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Drug And Arms Smuggling Module Unearthed In Punjab

Drug And Arms Smuggling Module Unearthed In Punjab

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Punjab Police have unearthed a drug and illegal arms smuggling module, arresting two individuals and recovering heroin, pistols, and cartridges.

And That's The Origin Of Sex On Earth!

And That's The Origin Of Sex On Earth!

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Canadian deep-sea fossils push the origin of animal sex and movement back 567 million years, rewriting early evolutionary timelines.

Recipe: Pratibha's Peanut And Sesame Bhindi Fry

Recipe: Pratibha's Peanut And Sesame Bhindi Fry

Rediff.com19 May 2026

An okra dish with peanuts and sesame that will win you over in a jiffy.

'You Are Killing Lakhs And Lakhs Of Citizenships'

'You Are Killing Lakhs And Lakhs Of Citizenships'

Rediff.com20 May 2026

'98 lakhs in Bengal, 97 lakhs in Tamil Nadu, 2.83 crores in Uttar Pradesh.'

Security Forces Nab Terrorist Associate In Jammu And Kashmir

Security Forces Nab Terrorist Associate In Jammu And Kashmir

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Security forces have arrested a terrorist associate in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, recovering hand grenades during the operation.

Gujarat Reviews Law And Order, Focuses On Cybercrime

Gujarat Reviews Law And Order, Focuses On Cybercrime

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Gujarat's Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi conducted a high-level review meeting to assess the state's security situation, with a focus on maintaining public safety and addressing cybercrime.

Two- and Three-wheeler EV Startups Petition PM For PLI Scheme Inclusion

Two- and Three-wheeler EV Startups Petition PM For PLI Scheme Inclusion

Rediff.com25 May 2026

India's home-grown EV startups say the government's auto PLI scheme is helping big players while shutting out innovators building electric two- and three-wheelers from scratch.

Harry Kane's 'trick' gives Bayern Munich German Cup and domestic double

Harry Kane's 'trick' gives Bayern Munich German Cup and domestic double

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Harry Kane scored a second-half hat-trick as Bayern Munich defeated VfB Stuttgart 3-0 in the German Cup final, securing their first domestic double in six years.

UP Woman And Daughter Thrashed In Property Dispute

UP Woman And Daughter Thrashed In Property Dispute

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A woman and her daughter were brutally attacked with sticks in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, over a property dispute. Police have arrested two individuals and are searching for the remaining suspects.

Yuki Bhambri And Michael Venus Finish Runners-Up At Geneva Open

Yuki Bhambri And Michael Venus Finish Runners-Up At Geneva Open

Rediff.com23 May 2026

India's Yuki Bhambri and his New Zealand partner Michael Venus finished runners-up at the Geneva Open after suffering a defeat in the ATP 250 doubles final.

Thailand Eyes Tourism Opportunities In Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Thailand Eyes Tourism Opportunities In Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Consul General of Thailand in Kolkata, Siriporn Tantipanyathep, met with the Lieutenant Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands to discuss tourism promotion and mutual cooperation in fisheries and other sectors.

Man Held In Thane For Goa Woman's Murder And Robbery

Man Held In Thane For Goa Woman's Murder And Robbery

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A man accused of robbing and murdering a 58-year-old woman in Goa has been arrested by police in Thane district.

Sikkim Man Drugged And Robbed Of 7 Lakh In Taxi

Sikkim Man Drugged And Robbed Of 7 Lakh In Taxi

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A man from Sikkim's Gyalshing district was allegedly drugged and robbed of Rs 7 lakh cash while travelling in a taxi for Tadaong.

Clay queen Swiatek seeks revival and fifth French Open crown

Clay queen Swiatek seeks revival and fifth French Open crown

Rediff.com21 May 2026

The World No 3, who last won a clay court title at the French Open final in 2024, targets success on the red dirt with a new coach and renewed zeal.

Electrocution Kills Woman And Nephew In Shahjahanpur

Electrocution Kills Woman And Nephew In Shahjahanpur

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A woman and her nephew died of electrocution while drawing water from a hand pump outside their house in Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, after a short circuit caused electric current to pass through the pump.

Nine Arrested For Abduction And Torture In Ajmer

Nine Arrested For Abduction And Torture In Ajmer

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Nine people have been arrested in Rajasthan's Ajmer district for allegedly abducting and torturing a man. The incident stemmed from a dispute related to the man's marriage to a woman whose former in-laws objected to the union.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Inducts New Ministers And Advisors

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Inducts New Ministers And Advisors

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Five new ministers, four advisors, and eight special assistants were inducted into Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, increasing the cabinet's strength to 30 members.

Two Youths Killed In Thane Highway Hit-And-Run Incident

Two Youths Killed In Thane Highway Hit-And-Run Incident

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Two youths were killed in a hit-and-run incident on a highway in Thane district after an unidentified vehicle crashed into their two-wheeler.

Sooryavanshi will break Gayle's sixes record and create history: Kumble

Sooryavanshi will break Gayle's sixes record and create history: Kumble

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Former India captain Anil Kumble believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has the potential to surpass Chris Gayle's record for the most sixes in a single IPL season, praising his range and temperament.

Biswajit Poddar Arrested In Land Grab And Extortion Case

Biswajit Poddar Arrested In Land Grab And Extortion Case

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Biswajit Poddar, also known as Sona Pappu, on charges of land grabbing and extortion. This arrest follows the detention of a senior Kolkata Police officer in connection with the same case.

Punjab Police Nab Suspect In Firearms And Narcotics Trafficking

Punjab Police Nab Suspect In Firearms And Narcotics Trafficking

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Punjab Police have arrested a suspect linked to an alleged firearms and narcotics trafficking module, recovering seven sophisticated pistols and 2.1 kg of heroin.

Young Man Dies In Delhi Hit-And-Run Incident

Young Man Dies In Delhi Hit-And-Run Incident

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A 20-year-old man died after being struck by a vehicle on Aruna Asaf Ali Road in southwest Delhi. Police are investigating the hit-and-run incident and searching for the driver.

How AI and data are creating cricket's deadliest bats

How AI and data are creating cricket's deadliest bats

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The shift towards power-hitting in cricket has led to a revolution in bat manufacturing, with makers using scientific precision and customisation to meet the demands of modern batters.

Bumrah would bounce back next season and could even win Purple Cap, says Dale Steyn

Bumrah would bounce back next season and could even win Purple Cap, says Dale Steyn

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Former South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn and ex-captain AB de Villiers have thrown their support behind Jasprit Bumrah after the India pacer endured a disappointing IPL 2026 season with Mumbai Indians.

Man Arrested For Matrimonial Fraud Across Telangana And Andhra Pradesh

Man Arrested For Matrimonial Fraud Across Telangana And Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A man allegedly involved in nearly 20 criminal cases across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh relating to cheating and matrimonial fraud was arrested, police said.

Senthilkumar And Chinappa Win National Doubles Squash Title

Senthilkumar And Chinappa Win National Doubles Squash Title

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Top seeds Velavan Senthilkumar and Joshna Chinappa won the mixed doubles title at the 3rd HCL National Doubles Squash Championships. Senthilkumar and Joshna also secured the men's and women's doubles titles respectively with their partners.

Varun Dhawan Gets Emotional At Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Trailer Launch And Kisses...

Varun Dhawan Gets Emotional At Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Trailer Launch And Kisses...

Rediff.com25 May 2026

'If there is one motto in my family, it is to make people laugh. My father only wants to make people laugh.'

Man And Woman Stabbed In Thane; Assailant Held

Man And Woman Stabbed In Thane; Assailant Held

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A man and a woman were stabbed in Thane's Khopat area and are hospitalised. The attacker, who was also injured, is in police custody. The motive is under investigation.

Self-Styled Godman And Aide In Nashik Remanded To Custody

Self-Styled Godman And Aide In Nashik Remanded To Custody

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A self-styled godman, Ashok Kharat, and his aide, Namkarn Avare, have been remanded to 14-day judicial custody in Nashik following accusations of rape and alleged financial irregularities.

Former England captain and Warwickshire legend Mike Smith passes away

Former England captain and Warwickshire legend Mike Smith passes away

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Former England captain Mike Smith, known by his initials "MJK", has died at the age of 92, Warwickshire County Cricket Club said on Monday.

Srikanth And Sindhu Progress At Thailand Open

Srikanth And Sindhu Progress At Thailand Open

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Kidambi Srikanth and PV Sindhu progressed to the men's and women's singles second round with straight game wins in a mixed day for India at the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament.

Star Wars: The Mandalorian And Grogu Review: The Force Has Lost Its Spark!

Star Wars: The Mandalorian And Grogu Review: The Force Has Lost Its Spark!

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The Star Wars franchise as a whole has struggled creatively in recent years, and sadly, Grogu's cuteness alone is not enough to save the day, asserts Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Gurugram Police Nab Two In Kidnapping And Murder Case

Gurugram Police Nab Two In Kidnapping And Murder Case

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Gurugram Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly kidnapping and murdering a 42-year-old man following an altercation. The accused allegedly strangled the victim to death and dumped his body on the road. The police investigation led to the arrest of the suspects and the recovery of the vehicle used in the crime.

How Congress Resolved Portfolio Issues And Gained New Image

How Congress Resolved Portfolio Issues And Gained New Image

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Senior Congress leader K Sudhakaran stated that the amicable resolution of portfolio-sharing issues has given the party a 'new image'. Discussions on cabinet portfolios are underway within the Congress and among UDF allies in Thiruvananthapuram. The swearing-in ceremony of the CM and 20 other ministers is scheduled to be held on Monday.

Veer Ahlawat And Saptak Talwar Exit Challenge De Catalunya

Veer Ahlawat And Saptak Talwar Exit Challenge De Catalunya

Rediff.com16 May 2026

India's Veer Ahlawat and Saptak Talwar failed to make the cut at the Challenge de Catalunya despite improved performances in the second round.

Woman And Brothers Attacked After Alleged Molestation Attempt In UP

Woman And Brothers Attacked After Alleged Molestation Attempt In UP

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A woman and her two brothers were attacked in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, by the family members of a man who allegedly attempted to outrage her modesty.

Odisha Police Crackdown: 1,771 Arrested, Drugs And Arms Seized

Odisha Police Crackdown: 1,771 Arrested, Drugs And Arms Seized

Rediff.com17 May 2026

The Odisha Police have arrested 1,771 people and seized over 3,000 kg of ganja, 20 unlicensed guns and other illegal items during a special five-day drive across the state.

IPL 2026: How Sooryavanshi 'killed the game' and sealed it for RR

IPL 2026: How Sooryavanshi 'killed the game' and sealed it for RR

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals player, remains unfazed by the attention following his impressive performance in the IPL, focusing instead on his long-term cricketing journey. Rishabh Pant backs his team despite a defeat.

India's Badminton Future: BAI Seeks Partners For New League

India's Badminton Future: BAI Seeks Partners For New League

Rediff.com14 minutes ago

The Badminton Association of India (BAI) has invited Expressions of Interest (EOI) from various organisations to conceptualise, develop, and manage a new professional badminton league in India. The initiative aims to create a sustainable league structure focused on commercialisation, fan engagement, and long-term growth of the sport. Interested parties must demonstrate strong financial capability and experience in managing sports leagues, with proposals due by June 30.

India's Top Shuttlers Ready For Macau Open Challenge

India's Top Shuttlers Ready For Macau Open Challenge

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Indian badminton players, led by Isharani Baruah and Kiran, are set to compete in the Macau Open Super 300, with a strong contingent across singles, doubles, and mixed doubles categories. The tournament, starting Tuesday, will see several Indian shuttlers facing international opponents in their opening rounds.