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RBI mandates faster credit of inward remittances

RBI mandates faster credit of inward remittances

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced stricter timelines for banks to process inward cross-border remittances, aiming to reduce delays in crediting funds to beneficiaries by mandating immediate customer intimation and more frequent nostro account reconciliation.

Three held over death of teenage domestic worker in Ranchi

Three held over death of teenage domestic worker in Ranchi

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Three individuals have been arrested in Ranchi, Jharkhand, following the death of a 16-year-old girl who worked as a domestic helper. The arrests were made after the girl's body was found with multiple injuries, suggesting she was beaten to death.

How the Jan Vishwas Bill Aims to Boost Ease of Business

How the Jan Vishwas Bill Aims to Boost Ease of Business

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, has been passed by the Indian Parliament, decriminalising minor offences across 79 central laws to improve the business environment and reduce harassment. Ministers highlight the bill's role in promoting trust-based governance and ease of doing business.

Punjab Police Busts ISI-Backed Terror Module, Averting Potential Attacks

Punjab Police Busts ISI-Backed Terror Module, Averting Potential Attacks

Rediff.com3 days ago

Punjab Police have successfully dismantled an ISI-backed Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terror module, arresting two operatives and seizing a significant cache of arms and explosives, averting potential high-impact terror attacks in the state.

Jaipur Police Arrest Four in Motorcycle Molestation Case After Viral Video

Jaipur Police Arrest Four in Motorcycle Molestation Case After Viral Video

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Jaipur police have arrested four men for allegedly molesting a woman on a motorcycle after a video of the incident circulated widely on social media, sparking public outrage.

Pakistan Drone Strike Eliminates Three Terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan Drone Strike Eliminates Three Terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Rediff.com6 days ago

Security forces in Pakistan killed three terrorists in a drone strike targeting a hideout in the Orakzai district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

Kerala Police Investigate Bombing at BJP Worker's Residence

Kerala Police Investigate Bombing at BJP Worker's Residence

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Kerala have launched an investigation after an explosive was thrown at the residence of a BJP worker in Kathirur. Forensic experts are examining the explosive to determine its nature.

Khalin Joshi Leads Andhra Open After Second Round

Khalin Joshi Leads Andhra Open After Second Round

Rediff.com4 days ago

Khalin Joshi's consistent performance propels him to the lead at the Andhra Open golf tournament, while Dhruv Sheoran slips to second place after a challenging round.

PM Modi Blasts Mamata Banerjee Government, Urges Voters to Oust TMC

PM Modi Blasts Mamata Banerjee Government, Urges Voters to Oust TMC

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal, accusing it of misrule and hindering the state's progress. He appealed to voters to remove the TMC from power in the upcoming assembly elections, promising development and a corruption-free government under the BJP.

Andhra Pradesh Launches Drone Delivery for Healthcare in Tribal Regions

Andhra Pradesh Launches Drone Delivery for Healthcare in Tribal Regions

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Andhra Pradesh government has launched a drone delivery initiative to provide healthcare services to remote tribal regions of Alluri Sitarama Raju district, transporting diagnostic samples, essential medicines, and critical medical supplies.

Woman and Lover Held in Karnataka for Ayurvedic Therapist's Murder

Woman and Lover Held in Karnataka for Ayurvedic Therapist's Murder

Rediff.com2 days ago

A woman and her alleged lover have been arrested in Belagavi, Karnataka, for the murder of her husband, an Ayurvedic therapist, after attempting to disguise it as a natural death.

Iran Claims 'Historic Victory' After US Ceasefire Agreement

Iran Claims 'Historic Victory' After US Ceasefire Agreement

Rediff.com4 days ago

Following a US agreement to a ceasefire, Iran claims victory and outlines conditions for a lasting peace deal, including control over the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of sanctions.

Delhi Murder: Two Arrested After Man Found Dead Near Shrine

Delhi Murder: Two Arrested After Man Found Dead Near Shrine

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 21-year-old man was found dead near a shrine in Delhi, leading to the arrest of two individuals and the apprehension of a juvenile. The suspects confessed to the crime, citing a grudge against the deceased.

Three Arrested in Delhi for Rs 10 Lakh Online Investment Scam

Three Arrested in Delhi for Rs 10 Lakh Online Investment Scam

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for their alleged involvement in an online investment fraud of Rs 10 lakh. The accused lured a complainant with promises of high returns on stock market investments before ceasing communication after receiving the funds.

Jhansi Man Arrested After Allegedly Killing Wife with Axe Due to Alcoholism Dispute

Jhansi Man Arrested After Allegedly Killing Wife with Axe Due to Alcoholism Dispute

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 40-year-old man in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife with an axe after she objected to his alcoholism.

Ganjam District Offers Free Coaching for UPSC and OPSC Exams

Ganjam District Offers Free Coaching for UPSC and OPSC Exams

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Ganjam district administration in Odisha has launched a free coaching centre in Berhampur for aspirants preparing for the UPSC and OPSC examinations. Two more centres are planned for Bhanjanagar and Chhatrapur.

CBI to Probe 590 Crore Embezzlement from Haryana Government's IDFC Bank Accounts

CBI to Probe 590 Crore Embezzlement from Haryana Government's IDFC Bank Accounts

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is set to take over the investigation into the embezzlement of 590 crore from Haryana government accounts held with IDFC First Bank in Chandigarh. The Haryana government decided to hand over the probe to the central agency last month following allegations that funds were diverted for personal use through shell companies and real estate investments.

Volkswagen Taigun Facelift: Enhanced Styling, New Gearbox, and More Features

Volkswagen Taigun Facelift: Enhanced Styling, New Gearbox, and More Features

Rediff.com2 days ago

Volkswagen has unveiled a significant facelift for its Taigun compact SUV, introducing a new 8-speed automatic gearbox for the 1.0 TSI engine, a panoramic sunroof, and a host of design and interior enhancements to sharpen its competitive edge in the bustling SUV market. But is it enough?

Man Faces Charges for 'False' Social Media Claims Against Minister Bawankule

Man Faces Charges for 'False' Social Media Claims Against Minister Bawankule

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Police in Nagpur have registered a case against a man for allegedly posting false and objectionable content against Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule and his family members on social media.

Delhi Police Nab Murder Suspects After Gunfight in Rani Bagh

Delhi Police Nab Murder Suspects After Gunfight in Rani Bagh

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two men accused of murder were arrested in Delhi after a brief exchange of fire with police. One suspect was injured in the legs during the encounter.

Delhi Fake Call Centre Busted for Insurance Policy Fraud

Delhi Fake Call Centre Busted for Insurance Policy Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

Faridabad police have busted a fake call centre operating from Delhi and arrested six individuals involved in defrauding people by offering bogus bonuses on insurance policies.

Interstate Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted: Five Arrested in Delhi

Interstate Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted: Five Arrested in Delhi

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested five individuals for allegedly running an interstate cyber fraud syndicate that used mule bank accounts to launder money across India and abroad. The investigation revealed links to international handlers and the use of cryptocurrency to route funds.

Wipro's $1 bn Olam deal, Mindsprint acquisition marks major strategic win

Wipro's $1 bn Olam deal, Mindsprint acquisition marks major strategic win

Rediff.com5 days ago

Wipro, India's fourth-largest IT services company, has secured an eight-year deal with Singapore-based Olam group, valued at over $1 billion, and will also acquire Olam's IT and digital services arm, Mindsprint, for $375 million, marking one of its largest contracts to date.

US Vice President J D Vance Departs For Islamabad For Talks With Iran

US Vice President J D Vance Departs For Islamabad For Talks With Iran

Rediff.com2 days ago

J D Vance heads to Islamabad for high-stakes US-Iran talks, balancing cautious optimism with a warning against bad faith. negotiations.

How Punjab Police Busted a Cross-Border Drug Ring

How Punjab Police Busted a Cross-Border Drug Ring

Rediff.com7 days ago

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation, arresting two individuals and seizing 4.13 kg of heroin. The investigation revealed links to Europe-based handlers and jailed operatives.

Prayagraj Bank Hit by Loan Fraud Involving Counterfeit Gold

Prayagraj Bank Hit by Loan Fraud Involving Counterfeit Gold

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sixteen people, including two gold appraisers, have been booked for allegedly securing loans worth lakhs of rupees against counterfeit gold from a bank in Prayagraj.

Rajasthan Royals manager under scrutiny for using mobile phone in dugout

Rajasthan Royals manager under scrutiny for using mobile phone in dugout

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Rajasthan Royals' team manager Romi Bhinder is under investigation after being caught using a mobile phone in the team dugout during an IPL match, violating PMOA protocols.

Now On Sale: Lava Bold N2 Lite With 6.75-Inch Display

Now On Sale: Lava Bold N2 Lite With 6.75-Inch Display

Rediff.com2 days ago

Noida-based Lava has come out with the latest in their Bold N2 series -- the Bold N2 Lite.

Massive Cannabis Farm Destroyed in Arunachal Pradesh Operation

Massive Cannabis Farm Destroyed in Arunachal Pradesh Operation

Rediff.com3 days ago

Authorities in Arunachal Pradesh destroyed a large illegal cannabis cultivation spread over 20,000 square meters in the Pakke Kessang district, signalling a continued crackdown on narcotic plants.

Investment Advisors Heavily Concentrated in Five Metros, Hindering Financial Inclusion

Investment Advisors Heavily Concentrated in Five Metros, Hindering Financial Inclusion

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

A significant majority (57%) of India's investment advisors are concentrated in just five metro cities, leading to concerns about financial inclusion and the spread of financial market products beyond urban centres, according to a Business Standard analysis of Sebi data.

Crackdown on Cough Syrup Racket: Kingpin's Son Arrested

Crackdown on Cough Syrup Racket: Kingpin's Son Arrested

Rediff.com7 days ago

The son of a jailed kingpin has been arrested in connection with a large-scale codeine-based cough syrup trafficking network. The investigation has uncovered a multi-state racket involving shell companies and fake billing, with transactions worth crores of rupees.

Pakistan-backed drug smuggling ring busted in Punjab, four arrested

Pakistan-backed drug smuggling ring busted in Punjab, four arrested

Rediff.com5 days ago

Punjab Police have dismantled a Pakistan-backed narcotics smuggling module, arresting four individuals and seizing 16.8 kg of heroin in Kapurthala's Phagwara. Investigations reveal the drug trafficking was orchestrated by handlers in Pakistan and Dubai, with the consignment originating from the Amritsar border area and destined for Chandigarh.

Allahabad HC Acquits Man After Flawed Rape Investigation

Allahabad HC Acquits Man After Flawed Rape Investigation

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Allahabad High Court acquitted a man who served 11 years in prison for a rape conviction, citing significant flaws in the police investigation and a lack of conclusive evidence linking him to the crime.

Aarit Kapil, 10, youngest Indian to hold an IM norm

Aarit Kapil, 10, youngest Indian to hold an IM norm

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Delhi's Aarit Kapil, a 10-year-old chess player, has become the youngest Indian to achieve an International Master norm after a strong performance at a tournament in Spain.

Fugitive in Kerala Murder Case Recaptured After Mumbai Escape

Fugitive in Kerala Murder Case Recaptured After Mumbai Escape

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 26-year-old man, accused in a murder case, who had escaped from a mental health centre in Kozhikode three months ago, was apprehended in Mumbai on Saturday, police said.

Widow of Train Shooting Victim Opposes New Mental Health Review for Accused

Widow of Train Shooting Victim Opposes New Mental Health Review for Accused

Rediff.com4 days ago

The widow of a victim in the 2023 railway firing incident has urged the sessions court to revoke its order directing a fresh mental health evaluation for the accused former RPF constable Chetan Singh Chaudhary, claiming he is attempting to stall the trial.

Karnataka Man Arrested for Killing Teacher Over Rs 13 Lakh Debt

Karnataka Man Arrested for Killing Teacher Over Rs 13 Lakh Debt

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 27-year-old man in Karnataka has been arrested for allegedly murdering a teacher who repeatedly demanded repayment of a Rs 13 lakh loan. The accused allegedly attacked the victim with a sharp weapon and attempted to destroy evidence by setting the body on fire.

Injury Forces Wanindu Hasaranga to Withdraw from IPL 2026

Injury Forces Wanindu Hasaranga to Withdraw from IPL 2026

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sri Lankan leg-break bowler Wanindu Hasaranga has been ruled out of the ongoing Indian Premier League due to a persistent hamstring injury, his franchise Lucknow Super Giants announced.

Man Impersonated Army Officer to Deceive Woman: Delhi Court Rejects Bail Plea

Man Impersonated Army Officer to Deceive Woman: Delhi Court Rejects Bail Plea

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Delhi court has rejected the bail plea of a man who impersonated an Army officer to deceive a woman, citing a lack of free consent and the seriousness of privacy violations.

Multi-City Air Ticket Scam Busted: Mastermind Arrested

Multi-City Air Ticket Scam Busted: Mastermind Arrested

Rediff.com3 days ago

Four individuals have been arrested for allegedly running a sophisticated cyber fraud operation, duping people with fake discounted air tickets across multiple cities. Police recovered a substantial amount of cash and luxury items from the accused.