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It's official: Merger talks between NCP factions over

It's official: Merger talks between NCP factions over

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil has ruled out the possibility of a merger between the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party, stating that talks ceased following the death of Ajit Pawar.

India, Scotland share spoils in FIH World Cup Qualifiers

India, Scotland share spoils in FIH World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Indian women's hockey team played to a 2-2 draw against Scotland in their second match of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, maintaining their lead in Pool B.

Karnataka Urges Centre to Protect Stranded Indians in West Asia Amid Conflict

Karnataka Urges Centre to Protect Stranded Indians in West Asia Amid Conflict

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has urged the central government to protect Indians, especially Kannadigas, stranded in West Asia due to the ongoing conflict, assuring that all efforts are being made to ensure their safety.

Theegala and Bhatia Ready for Arnold Palmer Invitational

Theegala and Bhatia Ready for Arnold Palmer Invitational

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Sahith Theegala and Akshay Bhatia are set to compete at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, a Signature Event of the 2026 PGA season, with top players like Scottie Scheffler and Justin Thomas also participating.

Man Kills Wife, Then Himself, Over Inability to Have Children

Man Kills Wife, Then Himself, Over Inability to Have Children

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A man in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, killed his wife and then died by suicide, allegedly due to their inability to have children after nine years of marriage.

ESMA invoked to ramp up LPG production amid fuel crisis

ESMA invoked to ramp up LPG production amid fuel crisis

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Indian government has directed oil refineries to increase LPG production to ensure a stable supply of domestic cooking gas, amidst concerns over potential disruptions from the escalating Middle East conflict and its impact on imports.

PV Sindhu Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

PV Sindhu Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu recounts a tense experience at Dubai Airport following an explosion, as she and her coach were stranded due to airspace closures.

LPG cylinder price hiked by Rs 60 amid Iran war

LPG cylinder price hiked by Rs 60 amid Iran war

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Domestic LPG and commercial cylinder prices in India have seen a significant increase, driven by rising global energy costs linked to the conflict in West Asia. This marks the second price hike in less than a year, impacting households and businesses.

Farhan Akhtar: 'I've Made My Share Of Mistakes'

Farhan Akhtar: 'I've Made My Share Of Mistakes'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

'The important thing is to TRY and do the right thing.' 'To remember that the public's eyes are on us all the time. So try to be on your best behaviour as much as possible. One may not always succeed.'

Govt Rejigs Gas Allocation: LPG, CNG, piped cooking gas get top priority

Govt Rejigs Gas Allocation: LPG, CNG, piped cooking gas get top priority

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The Indian government has revised its natural gas allocation priorities, placing LPG production alongside CNG and piped cooking gas at the top, due to disruptions in imported gas supplies caused by the conflict in West Asia.

Jabalpur: Man Injured in Group Clash, Police Deployed

Jabalpur: Man Injured in Group Clash, Police Deployed

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A 20-year-old man was injured in a clash between two groups in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, leading to a large police deployment. The incident stemmed from an old rivalry, and police are investigating the matter, including examining CCTV footage and a viral video.

BJP Leader Alleges West Bengal Government Depriving Citizens of Central Welfare Benefits

BJP Leader Alleges West Bengal Government Depriving Citizens of Central Welfare Benefits

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has accused the West Bengal government of deliberately withholding central allocations for social welfare projects, including Ayushman Bharat and PM Awas Yojana, impacting millions of citizens. He also criticised the state's handling of farmer support and public distribution systems.

Two More Stranded Odisha Workers Return from Thailand

Two More Stranded Odisha Workers Return from Thailand

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Two more workers from Odisha who were stranded in Thailand have returned home after the state government intervened. This follows the return of four other workers last week. The workers had faced hardships including non-payment of wages.

Lakshya Sen Stuns Li Shi Feng to Reach All England Open Semifinals

Lakshya Sen Stuns Li Shi Feng to Reach All England Open Semifinals

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen defeated China's Li Shi Feng to reach the semifinals of the All England Open, continuing his impressive run in the tournament.

Maharashtra Sees Drop in Dowry Crimes Amidst Increased Vigilance

Maharashtra Sees Drop in Dowry Crimes Amidst Increased Vigilance

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Maharashtra Minister Pankaj Bhoyar reports a decline in dowry-related crimes over the past five years, attributing it to intensified government efforts through vigilance committees and special probe teams.

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty suffer major meltdown as West Asia crisis intensifies

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty suffer major meltdown as West Asia crisis intensifies

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant crash in early trade, triggered by a sharp increase in crude oil prices and escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Man Killed in Palghar Over WhatsApp DP Argument

Man Killed in Palghar Over WhatsApp DP Argument

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A 24-year-old man was stabbed to death in Palghar district following a dispute over a WhatsApp display picture.

Man Gets Life Sentence for Murdering Security Guard in Thane

Man Gets Life Sentence for Murdering Security Guard in Thane

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A 31-year-old man in Thane, Maharashtra, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of a security guard following a dispute over a vulgar message. His brother was acquitted due to lack of evidence of shared intent.

Pakistan pick six uncapped players for Bangladesh ODI tour

Pakistan pick six uncapped players for Bangladesh ODI tour

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 15-member squad, including six uncapped players, for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Bangladesh.

BJP Kisan Morcha Leader Questioned Over Illegal Opium Farm in Chhattisgarh

BJP Kisan Morcha Leader Questioned Over Illegal Opium Farm in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A BJP Kisan Morcha leader has been detained for questioning in connection with the alleged cultivation of illegal opium on a farm in Durg district, Chhattisgarh. The leader has been suspended from the party amid the controversy.

India's T20 World Cup Win: From Samson to Bumrah: The men who made India invincible

India's T20 World Cup Win: From Samson to Bumrah: The men who made India invincible

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A review of the key contributions from each player in India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign, highlighting individual brilliance and teamwork.

EaseMyTrip Co-founder Advises Flexibility Amid Flight Disruptions

EaseMyTrip Co-founder Advises Flexibility Amid Flight Disruptions

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

EaseMyTrip co-founder Rikant Pitti advises travelers to stay flexible and monitor airline updates due to airspace closures and route diversions following strikes on Iran.

T20 World Cup: Rinku Singh Returns Home After Father Hospitalised; Doubtful For Zimbabwe Match

T20 World Cup: Rinku Singh Returns Home After Father Hospitalised; Doubtful For Zimbabwe Match

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Middle-order batter Rinku Singh has returned home from Chennai due to a family emergency, raising concerns about his availability for India's crucial Super 8s match against Zimbabwe.

Iran attack: PV Sindhu among hundreds of Indians stranded in Dubai

Iran attack: PV Sindhu among hundreds of Indians stranded in Dubai

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Following attacks in West Asia, hundreds of Indians, including prominent personalities, are stranded in Dubai and other key hub airports due to flight disruptions, prompting appeals for government assistance.

Indian Runner Twinkle Chaudhary Receives Four-Year Ban for Doping Violation

Indian Runner Twinkle Chaudhary Receives Four-Year Ban for Doping Violation

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Indian middle-distance runner Twinkle Chaudhary has been banned for four years by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) after testing positive for a banned substance. She was cleared of breaching her provisional suspension.

Four Family Members Die Cleaning Septic Tank in Bihar

Four Family Members Die Cleaning Septic Tank in Bihar

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Four members of a family in Bihar's Sitamarhi district died after inhaling toxic gases while cleaning their septic tank.

YouTuber critical of some Islamic practices stabbed in Ghaziabad

YouTuber critical of some Islamic practices stabbed in Ghaziabad

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

YouTuber Salim Ahmed, known as Salim Wastik, was stabbed in his Ghaziabad office after allegedly posting controversial videos. Police are investigating the attack and have filed an FIR.

UDF Criticises LDF Government Over Sabarimala Gold Loss and Health Sector Crisis

UDF Criticises LDF Government Over Sabarimala Gold Loss and Health Sector Crisis

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The Congress-led UDF in Kerala has criticised the ruling LDF over the Sabarimala gold loss cases, the issue of women's entry to the shrine, and the state's health sector, where government doctors and private nurses are striking over wages.

No shortage whatsoever of petrol, diesel, kerosene, assures govt in LS

No shortage whatsoever of petrol, diesel, kerosene, assures govt in LS

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Responding to concerns raised by Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri said it is the foremost priority of the government that the kitchens of over 33 crore families, especially the poor and the underprivileged, do not face any shortage of gas.

Akshay Bhatia in Pursuit at Arnold Palmer Invitational, Theegala Remains in Top 10

Akshay Bhatia in Pursuit at Arnold Palmer Invitational, Theegala Remains in Top 10

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Akshay Bhatia is two strokes behind leader Daniel Berger at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, while Sahith Theegala remains in the top 10.

Delhi Police Arrest Another Suspect in Uttam Nagar Holi Killing

Delhi Police Arrest Another Suspect in Uttam Nagar Holi Killing

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested another suspect in connection with the killing of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families in Uttam Nagar on Holi. A total of seven people have been arrested and a minor apprehended. Stringent provisions of the SC/ST Act have been invoked.

Amethi Residents Stranded in Iran Amidst Conflict

Amethi Residents Stranded in Iran Amidst Conflict

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Several residents of Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, including students, are stranded in Iran due to ongoing joint strikes by the United States and Israel, prompting calls for government assistance.

'He hugs and winks': Rijiju mocks Rahul, praises Priyanka; Cong MP hits back

'He hugs and winks': Rijiju mocks Rahul, praises Priyanka; Cong MP hits back

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju strongly defended Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla against a no-confidence motion, accusing the Congress party of attacking constitutional institutions and undermining parliamentary democracy.

Lok Sabha rejects Oppn motion to remove Om Birla as Speaker

Lok Sabha rejects Oppn motion to remove Om Birla as Speaker

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Lok Sabha rejected a resolution seeking the removal of Om Birla as Speaker by a voice vote amidst opposition protests and demands for an apology from Home Minister Amit Shah.

Champions League: Real Madrid's Mbappe Out Of Benfica Match; Prestianni Appeal Dismissed

Champions League: Real Madrid's Mbappe Out Of Benfica Match; Prestianni Appeal Dismissed

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Benfica will also be without head coach Jose Mourinho, who is suspended after receiving a red card in the first leg.

Allies in India have been good actors: White House

Allies in India have been good actors: White House

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The US has temporarily permitted India to accept Russian oil already on ships to ensure energy supplies amid the conflict with Iran. This short-term measure is not expected to significantly benefit Russia financially.

Stock Market Today March 6, 2026: Sensex, Nifty dive over 1% on boiling crude price

Stock Market Today March 6, 2026: Sensex, Nifty dive over 1% on boiling crude price

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Indian stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant decline, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East and rising crude oil prices.

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar Files Discharge Plea in MSCB Scam Case

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar Files Discharge Plea in MSCB Scam Case

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has filed a discharge application in connection with the Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank (MSCB) 'scam' case, claiming the predicate offence has been closed and no money laundering case is made out.

Fino Payments Bank Claims GST Compliance After CEO's Arrest

Fino Payments Bank Claims GST Compliance After CEO's Arrest

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Fino Payments Bank asserts its compliance with GST regulations following the arrest of its MD and CEO, Rishi Gupta, by the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI). The bank clarifies that the investigation pertains to program managers associated with multiple banks and not the bank's own GST compliance.

UK Calls for Negotiation After US-Israel Strikes on Iran

UK Calls for Negotiation After US-Israel Strikes on Iran

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The British government has called for a negotiated solution to prevent further escalation of conflict in the Middle East following joint strikes by the US and Israel on Iran, emphasizing the safety of UK nationals and the need to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.