News for '-alert'

Air India flight fell on ground right after take-off

Air India flight fell on ground right after take-off

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

The Air India plane AI-171 from Ahmedabad to London crashed immediately after take-off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, as per the Gujarat State Police Control Room.

Record Alert! Djokovic goes past Federer

Record Alert! Djokovic goes past Federer

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

This milestone underscores his longevity and commitment to the sport, especially considering the physical and mental demands of playing at the top level.

'Nobody Listened. The Bridge Collapsed'

'Nobody Listened. The Bridge Collapsed'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'Who will answer for these lives crushed under their neglect?'

Ship with 21 Pakistani crew members arrives in Odisha

Ship with 21 Pakistani crew members arrives in Odisha

Rediff.com14 May 2025

The Odisha Police on Wednesday beefed up security at port town Paradip after the arrival of a ship with 21 Pakistani crew members on board, officials said.

KKR-CSK match rocked by bomb threat

KKR-CSK match rocked by bomb threat

Rediff.com7 May 2025

A bomb threat email sent to the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) caused a security scare during the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings at Eden Gardens on Wednesday.

UP on high alert as Holi coincides with Friday namaaz; drones deployed

UP on high alert as Holi coincides with Friday namaaz; drones deployed

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Uttar Pradesh is on high alert as Holi coincides with Friday namaz, prompting authorities to implement additional security measures in the state, including enhanced patrolling, surveillance drones, and strict monitoring of social media. The decision follows controversial remarks made by some politicians and a police officer, raising concerns about potential incidents in mixed population localities. The administration has also decided to cover mosques to prevent them from being stained with colors, while several mosques have shifted the timing of Friday prayers.

Yoga Special, Day 3 Utthita Trikonasana, The Extended Triangle Pose

Yoga Special, Day 3 Utthita Trikonasana, The Extended Triangle Pose

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Today, learn about Utthita Trikonasana or the Extended Triangle Pose.

What Elon Musk's father said after visiting Ram Temple

What Elon Musk's father said after visiting Ram Temple

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Errol Musk, father of tech billionaire Elon Musk, visited the Ram temple in Ayodhya on Wednesday afternoon and described the experience as 'wonderful' and one of the 'best things' he has ever done.

Sirens, darkness, one meal... : Gavaskar recalls 1965 war

Sirens, darkness, one meal... : Gavaskar recalls 1965 war

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Gavaskar, widely regarded as one of the finest batters to have played the game, recalled how, as a teenager, life during the war was shaped by constant caution and national solidarity.

Indian pacer Shami receives death threat

Indian pacer Shami receives death threat

Rediff.com5 May 2025

A local police official confirmed that following the threat, both the Amroha police and the crime branch have been put on alert.

Fire on Singapore cargo ship off Kerala coast; 18 rescued, 4 missing

Fire on Singapore cargo ship off Kerala coast; 18 rescued, 4 missing

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Of the 22 crew members on board the ship, MV Wan Hai 503, 18 have abandoned the vessel and are being rescued by Indian Navy and Coast Guard assets, he said.

Pak intruder arrested along LoC in J-K's Poonch amid tension

Pak intruder arrested along LoC in J-K's Poonch amid tension

Rediff.com6 May 2025

The intruder, who is in his early 20s, was taken into custody by Army troops soon after he entered into this side from across the LoC.

Blackout imposed in Rajasthan's border areas

Blackout imposed in Rajasthan's border areas

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Blackout was imposed in Jaisalmer, Barmer and other border areas in Rajasthan on Sunday night as a precautionary measure in the wake of Saturday's violation by Pakistan of an understanding reached with India following four days of military confrontation.

Nearly 3,000 Covid cases, 7 deaths reported in India

Nearly 3,000 Covid cases, 7 deaths reported in India

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Kerala leads with 1,147 active cases, and reconciliation of mortality figures is ongoing. Bihar is awaiting daily Covid-19 updates.

BSF kills 7 infiltrating terrorists, destroys Pak Rangers post

BSF kills 7 infiltrating terrorists, destroys Pak Rangers post

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The Border Security Force on Friday said it has killed seven terrorists who were trying to infiltrate from across the India-Pakistan International Border in Jammu, and also destroyed a Rangers post.

Don't Want IT Notice? Read This NOW!

Don't Want IT Notice? Read This NOW!

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Tax evaders, BEWARE! The Income Tax department is using AI data analytics to bust fake deductions, flag HRA fraud, and trace digital footprints.

Schools shut, leaves cancelled, blackout in many states as tensions soar

Schools shut, leaves cancelled, blackout in many states as tensions soar

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Several Indian states bordering Pakistan have implemented stringent security measures, including school closures, blackouts, and cancellation of leave for police and administrative personnel, in response to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. These measures were taken after India conducted airstrikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam massacre. Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and West Bengal have all implemented these precautionary measures.

Crash Puts Spotlight On DGCA Warnings To Air India

Crash Puts Spotlight On DGCA Warnings To Air India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

The DGCA has issued multiple fines and warnings to Air India over the past three years, flagging serious concerns in flight operations, cockpit discipline, and internal accountability.

Discount Alert: For The New iPad Air

Discount Alert: For The New iPad Air

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

If you are thinking of upgrading to the new iPad Air, e-commerce platforms are offering a discount on the 2024 iPad Air with the M2 chip.

Discount Alert: For The New iPad Air

Discount Alert: For The New iPad Air

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

If you are thinking of upgrading to the new iPad Air, e-commerce platforms are offering a discount on the 2024 iPad Air with the M2 chip.

Modi In Kashmir: Security On High Alert

Modi In Kashmir: Security On High Alert

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

On Monday, January 13, Prime Minister Narendra D Modi will inaugurate the all weather Z-Morh tunnel in picturesque Sonamarg in central Kashmir.

'Flight Seemed To Descend 15 Seconds After Lift-Off'

'Flight Seemed To Descend 15 Seconds After Lift-Off'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

'Loss of thrust in both engines would have left the crew with minimal options for recovery.'

IPL: Punjab vs DC match called off, fans evacuated

IPL: Punjab vs DC match called off, fans evacuated

Rediff.com8 May 2025

IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala was abruptly halted midway due to escalating security concerns on Thursday.

This couldn't occur without money support: FATF on Pahalgam attack

This couldn't occur without money support: FATF on Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The FATF statement comes in the backdrop of Indian authorities highlighting Pakistan's persistent support for terrorism and its funnelling of multilateral funds for arms procurement.

India, Pakistan use military hotline to ease border tensions

India, Pakistan use military hotline to ease border tensions

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The Directors General of Military Operations of India and Pakistan firmed up the arrangement on stopping military actions on May 10 after four days of fierce offensives between the two sides that triggered fears of a wider conflict.

Rats chew toes of patient in Patna govt hospital

Rats chew toes of patient in Patna govt hospital

Rediff.com20 May 2025

The state-run Nalanda Medical College and Hospital (NMCH) in Bihar has landed in controversy, after a specially abled patient undergoing treatment at the medical facility claimed that rats had bitten toes of his right foot while he was asleep.

Teenagers Beware: Hidden Danger Behind 'Dusting'

Teenagers Beware: Hidden Danger Behind 'Dusting'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'She didn't think she'd die. It was just a trend -- a video. But it took her away in seconds.'

Alert Police, Army Avert Tragedy

Alert Police, Army Avert Tragedy

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Umar Ganie captures images of security personnel cordoning off the area and defusing an improvised explosive device, IED, on the Srinagar-Baramulla highway at Palhallan in the Pattan area of Baramulla district on Monday, December 9, 2024.

Rain fury wreaks havoc in Northeast; lakhs hit, toll at 36

Rain fury wreaks havoc in Northeast; lakhs hit, toll at 36

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

So far, over 30 people have died across Northeastern states due to heavy rainfalls, floods and landslides, according to media reports.

Ukraine's biggest air attack destroys 40 Russian warplanes

Ukraine's biggest air attack destroys 40 Russian warplanes

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Ukrainian forces conducted large-scale drone strikes on several air bases deep inside Russia, destroying multiple combat planes, Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) said on Sunday.

Massive security upgrade planned at Israeli embassy after alert

Massive security upgrade planned at Israeli embassy after alert

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

On July 31, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and his bodyguard were killed in an airstrike that hit a residence Haniyeh uses in Tehran.

Downpour in Mumbai, red alert issued, BMC schools shut

Downpour in Mumbai, red alert issued, BMC schools shut

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Heavy rains lashed Mumbai and its suburbs on Thursday, causing waterlogging on roads in some areas that led to traffic snarls and also delayed local train operations.

Fewer devotees turn up for Kashmir's Kheer Bhawani mela

Fewer devotees turn up for Kashmir's Kheer Bhawani mela

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

The usual rush of devotees was missing this year, presumably due to the Pahalgam terror attack and the military action between India and Pakistan following it.

IPL 2025 awaits govt's call to continue

IPL 2025 awaits govt's call to continue

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Friday's IPL game on as of now, we are reviewing the situation: Dhumal

4 killed after falling off overcrowded local trains in Thane

4 killed after falling off overcrowded local trains in Thane

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The incident occurred between Diva and Kopar railway stations when the overcrowded train was going towards Kasara, an official said.

Encounter in Kulgam, day after 26 killed in Pahalgam terror attack

Encounter in Kulgam, day after 26 killed in Pahalgam terror attack

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

The security forces are on high alert after Tuesday's terror attack in Pahalgam left 26 people, mostly tourists, dead.

Highest possible vigil along border, Op Sindoor continues: BSF

Highest possible vigil along border, Op Sindoor continues: BSF

Rediff.com27 May 2025

The Border Security Force (BSF) remains on high alert along the International Border (IB) and has not let its guard down, BSF Inspector General, Jammu Frontier, Shashank Anand said on Tuesday. Operation Sindoor, aimed at preventing infiltration attempts, continues as Pakistan cannot be trusted, he added. Anand highlighted the BSF's robust response after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, including destroying multiple terror launch pads and thwarting infiltration attempts.

Rain, thunderstorm batter Delhi; 180 flights delayed, 49 diverted

Rain, thunderstorm batter Delhi; 180 flights delayed, 49 diverted

Rediff.com25 May 2025

A thunderstorm accompanied by heavy rain battered Delhi overnight, disrupting flight operations, uprooting trees and electricity poles, and causing waterlogging in several areas while bringing relief from stifling heat. The sudden change in weather led to a sharp drop in mercury with the city recording a minimum temperature of 19.8 degrees Celsius, 6.9 notches below the normal. The India Meteorological Department said the city's primary weather station at Safdarjung recorded winds gusting up to 82 kmph and 81.2 mm of rain in six hours -- between 11.30 pm and 5.30 am.

'Such Crashes Are One-In-A-Million'

'Such Crashes Are One-In-A-Million'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

'A Mayday at 600-800 feet followed by descent to 450 feet suggests the pilot still had control.'

Why You May Get An I-T Notice

Why You May Get An I-T Notice

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'Most tax notices arise not from wrongdoing, but from unintentional mismatch or ignorance.'