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Couple Garlands With Shoes Over Land Dispute, Conversion Rumours

Couple Garlands With Shoes Over Land Dispute, Conversion Rumours

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A couple in Uttar Pradesh were allegedly humiliated and forced to wear garlands made of shoes following a family dispute over land and rumours of religious conversion. Police have denied the conversion allegations, stating the issue is related to a land dispute.

Delhi Police Uncover Rs 3.6 Crore Cyber Fraud Operation

Delhi Police Uncover Rs 3.6 Crore Cyber Fraud Operation

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men for allegedly running a cyber fraud racket involving over Rs 3.60 crore. The accused used mule bank accounts and a social media application to defraud victims. The investigation revealed links to an international cyber fraud network and training in Cambodia.

Badass Entertainment Coming Up On OTT!

Badass Entertainment Coming Up On OTT!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

This week's OTT releases feature a diverse range of genres, from the adult entertainment platform-focused Margo's Got Money Troubles starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Nicole Kidman, to the Hindi crime drama Matka King with Vijay Varma, exploring Bombay's gambling culture.

Court Awards 26 Lakh To Man Injured In 1997

Court Awards 26 Lakh To Man Injured In 1997

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has awarded Rs 26.65 lakh as compensation to a man who lost both his hands in an electrical accident 29 years ago, holding the Uttar Pradesh State Electricity Board liable for negligence.

Agra Welcomes Home World Cup Hero Deepti

Agra Welcomes Home World Cup Hero Deepti

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Agra welcomes home hero Deepti Sharma with 10km roaring roadshow

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

He was childlike with a camera in his hands -- not nave, but wonderstruck, as though the world were always on the verge of delivering something unrepeatable. Pulitzer Prize nominee Namas Bhojani recalls his long association with Raghu Rai, the legendary photographer who passed into the ages on Sunday.

Heatwave sweeps North India, UP on alert; relief in J-K, Himachal

Heatwave sweeps North India, UP on alert; relief in J-K, Himachal

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Many places across northern states including Delhi recorded above-normal temperatures crossing 40 degrees Celsius, while the India Meteorological Department warned of heatwave conditions in parts of Uttar Pradesh in the coming days. Jammu and Kashmir saw a dip in temperatures with fresh snowfall in the higher reaches and rainfall in the plains.

Nashik Police Nab Four for Blackmailing Senior Citizen with Stolen Data

Nashik Police Nab Four for Blackmailing Senior Citizen with Stolen Data

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Four individuals have been arrested in Nashik, Maharashtra, for allegedly stealing a tablet from a senior citizen and attempting to extort 12 lakh by threatening to leak private photos and videos on social media.

Daughter-in-law not legally bound to maintain parents-in-law: HC

Daughter-in-law not legally bound to maintain parents-in-law: HC

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a daughter-in-law is not legally obligated to maintain her parents-in-law under Section 125 of the CrPC, now Section 144 of the BNSS, clarifying the scope of maintenance laws in India.

Muttaqi's Agra trip called off amid escalating Afghan-Pak tensions

Muttaqi's Agra trip called off amid escalating Afghan-Pak tensions

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

The scheduled visit of Afghanistan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to Agra has been cancelled. The cancellation was confirmed by officials, though no reason was provided. Muttaqi is currently on a six-day trip to India, the first such visit by a senior Taliban minister in four years.

Inter-state Arms Supply Module Busted in Punjab, Two Arrested

Inter-state Arms Supply Module Busted in Punjab, Two Arrested

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled an inter-state illegal weapons supply module, arresting two individuals from Uttar Pradesh and recovering a cache of country-made pistols and magazines.

Jammu and Udhampur Police Crack Down on Crime

Jammu and Udhampur Police Crack Down on Crime

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Police in Jammu and Udhampur districts arrested a hardcore criminal and two drug peddlers in separate incidents, seizing heroin and a weapon.

Contractor Arrested for Allegedly Killing Labourers Over Unpaid Wages in Mathura

Contractor Arrested for Allegedly Killing Labourers Over Unpaid Wages in Mathura

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A contractor in Mathura has been arrested for allegedly killing two labourers after they demanded their pending wages. The incident sparked protests and tension in the village.

Fake Government Officials Rob Passengers Near New Delhi Railway Station: Three Arrested

Fake Government Officials Rob Passengers Near New Delhi Railway Station: Three Arrested

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three members of a robbery gang who posed as government officials to cheat and rob unsuspecting passengers near the New Delhi railway station.

Etah Road Accidents: Uncle-Nephew Duo Among Three Killed

Etah Road Accidents: Uncle-Nephew Duo Among Three Killed

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Three people were killed and one infant injured in two separate road accidents in the Etah district of Uttar Pradesh, India. The incidents involved a hit-and-run and a motorcycle accident.

MACT Awards 24 Lakh Compensation in 2010 Tanker Accident Case

MACT Awards 24 Lakh Compensation in 2010 Tanker Accident Case

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded 24.05 lakh compensation to the family of a tanker driver who died in a road accident in 2010. The insurance company's claim that the petition was time-barred was dismissed.

Man Shoots Sister's Lover in Mathura Over Relationship Disapproval

Man Shoots Sister's Lover in Mathura Over Relationship Disapproval

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A man in Mathura, India, allegedly shot and killed his sister's lover due to his disapproval of their relationship. The sister attempted suicide upon learning of her lover's death and is in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident as a possible honour killing.

Man Shoots Sister's Lover in Mathura Over Relationship Disapproval

Man Shoots Sister's Lover in Mathura Over Relationship Disapproval

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A man in Mathura, India, allegedly shot and killed his sister's lover due to his disapproval of their relationship. The sister attempted suicide upon learning of her lover's death and is in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident as a possible honour killing.

Railway Technician's Death in Kanpur Under Investigation

Railway Technician's Death in Kanpur Under Investigation

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A 28-year-old railway technician was found dead in her rented accommodation in Kanpur, India. Police recovered a suicide note and are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Police Reopen 2005 Double Murder Case Linked to Gangster

Police Reopen 2005 Double Murder Case Linked to Gangster

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Police in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh have ordered a fresh investigation into a 2005 double murder case where a listed gangster and five others were named as accused.

Double-Decker Buses Set To Boost Delhi Tourism

Double-Decker Buses Set To Boost Delhi Tourism

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The 63-seater open-top bus, manufactured by Ashok Leyland's arm Switch Mobility, was gifted to the city's tourism department as a corporate social responsibility initiative.

East India Company Shuts Down Again

East India Company Shuts Down Again

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The East India Company, revived by Indian businessman Sanjiv Mehta in 2010, has ceased operations and entered liquidation, marking the end of its modern incarnation.

10 Most-Visited Monuments Of India

10 Most-Visited Monuments Of India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Learn about the historical spots in India most visited by domestic tourists.

8 Monuments Most Visited By Foreign Tourists

8 Monuments Most Visited By Foreign Tourists

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Which were the most visited ASI sites by foreign tourists in 2024-2025 in India?

Rohit Shetty firing case: Shooter among 7 held; main accused at large

Rohit Shetty firing case: Shooter among 7 held; main accused at large

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

The crime branch had arrested Aditya Gayaki (19), Siddharth Yenpure (20), Samarth Pomaji (18), Swapnil Sakat (23) and Asaram Fasale, who had allegedly provided a scooter and other logistic support and weapons to the shooter, the official said.

US VP JD Vance, Usha Vance are expecting their 4th child

US VP JD Vance, Usha Vance are expecting their 4th child

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Usha, 40, and Vance, 41, who met while attending Yale Law School, have three kids -- Ewan, 8, Vivek, 5, and Mirabel, 4.

Fog crash: She saved her kids, then vanished in flames

Fog crash: She saved her kids, then vanished in flames

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

A pile-up involving multiple buses and smaller vehicles on the Yamuna Expressway due to dense fog resulted in at least 13 fatalities. Rescue efforts were hampered by poor visibility, and identification of the deceased is proving difficult.

Taj Mahal To Dal Lake: North India's Winter Fog

Taj Mahal To Dal Lake: North India's Winter Fog

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Dense winter fog and smog have gripped several Indian cities, from Agra's Taj Mahal to the streets of New Delhi, Srinagar, Lucknow, and beyond. These chilling visuals capture how residents, commuters, and tourists are coping with poor visibility and biting cold. From washermen on the Gomti riverbank to Shikara rides in Dal Lake, the photographs highlight the impact of extreme weather on daily life across northern India.

8 States Most Visited By Domestic Tourists

8 States Most Visited By Domestic Tourists

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

These 8 states emerged as the country's most-travelled destinations for local Indian visitors, according to Ministry Of Tourism's most recent statistics which are from 2024.

UP fog tragedy: 13 dead, 25 injured in Yamuna Expressway pile-up

UP fog tragedy: 13 dead, 25 injured in Yamuna Expressway pile-up

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

A major pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway in Mathura, India, resulted in four fatalities and numerous injuries due to dense fog and low visibility.

Donald Trump Jr spends an hour at Taj Mahal

Donald Trump Jr spends an hour at Taj Mahal

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Donald Trump Jr, son of United States President Donald Trump, visited the Taj Mahal in Agra on Thursday and spent nearly an hour exploring the monument under an elaborate security arrangement, officials said.

Gita, Assam tea, Kashmiri saffron: Modi's gifts to Putin

Gita, Assam tea, Kashmiri saffron: Modi's gifts to Putin

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

"Presented a copy of the Gita in Russian to President Putin. The teachings of the Gita give inspiration to millions across the world," PM Modi said in a post on X.

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Review: STALE!

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Review: STALE!

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Nothing about TMMTMTTM feels fresh. That includes the painfully uninspired romance between the leads, who lack both genuine chemistry as well as individual charm to make a romantic drama like this work, sighs Mayur Sanap.

Man booked for placing meat in Agra's Jama Masjid

Man booked for placing meat in Agra's Jama Masjid

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

A man has been booked for placing a piece of meat outside the Jama Masjid in Agra, India. Around 60 others who protested against the act after Friday prayers have also been named in the FIR. The incident triggered tension in the locality and police were deployed to maintain security. Authorities are investigating the intent behind the act and whether the accused acted alone.

Agra techie ends life, blames wife in suicide video

Agra techie ends life, blames wife in suicide video

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

A 30-year-old tech firm employee in Agra, India, has died by suicide, leaving behind a video accusing his wife of driving him to the extreme step. The incident bears striking similarities to the death of Atul Subhash in Bengaluru last December, where the techie also ended his life after recording a video alleging harassment by his estranged wife. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, including allegations of abuse from both sides, after registering a case of abetment of suicide.

Freight train derailment in UP hits traffic on busy Delhi-Mumbai line

Freight train derailment in UP hits traffic on busy Delhi-Mumbai line

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

A freight train derailment near Mathura disrupted train services on the Mathura-Delhi route. Restoration work is underway, and officials expect full operations to resume by Wednesday evening.

Fog envelopes northern states; cold wave grips Delhi, red alert in UP

Fog envelopes northern states; cold wave grips Delhi, red alert in UP

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The national capital was in the grip of a cold wave, with the sun largely obscured by clouds and pollutants lingering in the atmosphere, leading to reduced visibility. At least 129 flights were cancelled at the Delhi airport on Saturday due to dense fog, according to an official.

Chinese man detained in J-K, searched CRPF deployments, Art 370 on phone

Chinese man detained in J-K, searched CRPF deployments, Art 370 on phone

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The officials found that his browsing history indicated an interest in the deployment of paramilitary forces in the Kashmir valley, prompting them to ascertain the purpose of his visit to the strategically important Zanskar region in Ladakh late last month.

CSK's Youth Gamble Signals Post-Dhoni Thinking

CSK's Youth Gamble Signals Post-Dhoni Thinking

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Spending more than US$3 million (Rs 28.40 crore) and nearly 60 percent of their purse on players, who can proverbially be termed as wet behind the ears, does display a change in mindset.

Cow Hospitals And Wah Taj! in Agra

Cow Hospitals And Wah Taj! in Agra

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'Be it tourist guides, hotels, rickshaw drivers, all have a livelihood thanks to Shah Jahan.'