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How Delhi Police Nabbed A Habitual Burglar And Recovered Stolen Goods

How Delhi Police Nabbed A Habitual Burglar And Recovered Stolen Goods

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police arrested a 34-year-old habitual burglar, Jahagir alias Bhaku alias Shahid, recovering stolen cash and jewellery worth approximately Rs 30 lakh. The accused, known for targeting locked houses and evading detection, was apprehended following an investigation into multiple house burglaries.

IPL 2026: Sundar steals show as Ashwin hails GT strategy

IPL 2026: Sundar steals show as Ashwin hails GT strategy

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ravichandran Ashwin lauded the Gujarat Titans for their composed approach in their IPL victory over the Punjab Kings, highlighting their tactical brilliance and Washington Sundar's crucial innings.

SC refuses delay in poll panel case, says it outweighs Sabarimala hearing

SC refuses delay in poll panel case, says it outweighs Sabarimala hearing

Rediff.com10 hours ago

The Supreme Court has declined the Centre's request to postpone the hearing on petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the 2023 law, which excludes the CJI from the committee responsible for appointing election commissioners, stating the matter is of utmost importance.

No respite for LSG, hit rock bottom after Super Over loss to KKR

No respite for LSG, hit rock bottom after Super Over loss to KKR

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants lose to Kolkata Knight Riders in a Super Over, suffering an 8th straight home defeat as Rinku Singh shines with bat and in the field.

Left parties face existential crisis after Kerala drubbing

Left parties face existential crisis after Kerala drubbing

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Left Democratic Front's defeat in Kerala marks a historic moment as Left parties are without power in any state for the first time in decades, highlighting their diminishing political influence across India.

Four Injured In Karimnagar Jewellery Store Robbery

Four Injured In Karimnagar Jewellery Store Robbery

Rediff.com3 days ago

Four employees of a jewellery showroom in Karimnagar, Telangana, were injured after unidentified men opened fire during a robbery. The value of the stolen gold ornaments is being ascertained, and police are investigating the incident.

Punjab Kings Aim To Arrest Slide Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Punjab Kings Aim To Arrest Slide Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com1 days ago

Punjab Kings will be under pressure to halt a worrying slide when they face a confident Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League here on Wednesday.

Toddler among 9 killed in massive Delhi fire as locked door blocks exit

Toddler among 9 killed in massive Delhi fire as locked door blocks exit

Rediff.com3 days ago

A fire in a residential building in Delhi's Vivek Vihar area resulted in the deaths of nine people. Rescue operations were carried out, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Sabalenka stunned as Baptiste saves 6 match points at Madrid Open

Sabalenka stunned as Baptiste saves 6 match points at Madrid Open

Rediff.com7 days ago

World number one Aryna Sabalenka suffered a shock defeat by Hailey Baptiste at the Madrid Open, with the American saving six match points to reach the semi-finals.

Ticket controversy casts shadow on Bengaluru hosting IPL 2026 final

Ticket controversy casts shadow on Bengaluru hosting IPL 2026 final

Rediff.com1 days ago

IPL 2026 final venue remains uncertain as political issues in Bengaluru force BCCI to consider alternative cities, with playoffs likely split between Punjab and Karnataka.

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians turn their fortunes against Sunrisers Hyderabad?

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians turn their fortunes against Sunrisers Hyderabad?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians will be looking to turn their fortunes around against Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL clash. MI's campaign is at stake after a string of defeats, while SRH are in good form and aiming to continue their winning momentum.

Five Arrested in Pratapgarh Murder Case

Five Arrested in Pratapgarh Murder Case

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Police in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested five individuals, including a woman and her lover, in connection with the murder of her husband. The accused confessed to the crime, which was motivated by an affair and financial incentives.

TVK: 34.91%. DMK: 24%. AIADMK: 21%.

TVK: 34.91%. DMK: 24%. AIADMK: 21%.

Rediff.com1 days ago

One of the standout stories of the TVK victory was that of 30-year-old R Sabarinathan, the son of Vijay's driver from Virugambakkam.

Indian Archers Miss Podium At Archery World Cup Stage 2

Indian Archers Miss Podium At Archery World Cup Stage 2

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Indian compound men's and women's teams, considered strong medal contenders, endured a disappointing outing in Stage 2 of the Archery World Cup, failing to secure a podium finish after crumbling in crunch situations.

Pakistani Forces Repel Terrorist Attack, Kill Six

Pakistani Forces Repel Terrorist Attack, Kill Six

Rediff.com7 days ago

Pakistani security forces killed six terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, repelling an attack on a police post in Bannu district.

IPL 2026: 'Relieve Pant Of LSG Captaincy'

IPL 2026: 'Relieve Pant Of LSG Captaincy'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'The pressure and responsibility of captaincy is slowly making us lose Rishabh Pant, the batter.'

Pat Cummins awestruck by Sooryavanshi's explosive batting

Pat Cummins awestruck by Sooryavanshi's explosive batting

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Australian skipper Pat Cummins has become a fan of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, praising the young batter's explosive pyrotechnics in the IPL.

Delhi Police Rescue Kidnapped Toddler, Arrest Suspect After Manhunt

Delhi Police Rescue Kidnapped Toddler, Arrest Suspect After Manhunt

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A one-and-a-half-year-old boy kidnapped from Chandni Chowk market in Delhi has been rescued, and a suspect arrested after a five-day search.

Cong snaps ties with DMK, offers 'conditional' support to Vijay's TVK

Cong snaps ties with DMK, offers 'conditional' support to Vijay's TVK

Rediff.com11 hours ago

The Tamil Nadu Congress Committee and the Congress Legislature Party have decided to extend its full support to the TVK to form the government, AICC Tamil Nadu in-charge Girish Chodankar said in a statement citing TVK chief Vijay's request seeking support.

Gurugram Man Kills Family, Attempts Suicide: What We Know

Gurugram Man Kills Family, Attempts Suicide: What We Know

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man in Gurugram allegedly killed his wife and four children before attempting suicide at their home in Wazirpur village, police said on Sunday.

From TMC insider to BJP face: How did Adhikari script this rise?

From TMC insider to BJP face: How did Adhikari script this rise?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Suvendu Adhikari's journey from a key figure in the Trinamool Congress to a leading BJP challenger in West Bengal is a remarkable transformation. His victories, particularly against Mamata Banerjee, have positioned him as a potential chief minister, marking a significant shift in the state's political dynamics.

Why ServiceNow Sees India As A Major Growth Engine

Why ServiceNow Sees India As A Major Growth Engine

Rediff.com13 hours ago

ServiceNow, a leading AI platform for business transformation, is highly optimistic about its growth prospects in the Indian market, according to President and Chief Product Officer Amit Zavery.

Why Delhi Saw A Sharp Rise In Fire Emergencies In April

Why Delhi Saw A Sharp Rise In Fire Emergencies In April

Rediff.com2 days ago

Fire-related emergencies in Delhi surged by 73% in April compared to March, with 32 deaths reported in fire accidents between January and April, according to official data from the Delhi Fire Services.

Interfaith marriage no ground to excommunicate Parsi women: SC

Interfaith marriage no ground to excommunicate Parsi women: SC

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court of India has observed that the practice of excommunicating Parsi women for entering into interfaith marriages is prima facie discriminatory, emphasising that the right of conscience is a birthright.

Sinner disposes of Jodar to reach Madrid Open semi-finals

Sinner disposes of Jodar to reach Madrid Open semi-finals

Rediff.com6 days ago

Jannik Sinner defeated Rafael Jodar in the Madrid Open quarter-finals, securing his spot in the semi-finals and becoming the sixth player to reach the semi-finals of all nine ATP 1000 Masters tournaments.

Kerala Speaker Defends Decision To Hospitalise Injured Minister

Kerala Speaker Defends Decision To Hospitalise Injured Minister

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Kerala Speaker A N Shamseer defends his decision to hospitalise Health Minister Veena George after she allegedly sustained injuries during a protest by KSU activists. He clarifies that he never claimed a weapon was used and that the decision was based on her condition.

Summer Travel Costs Soar For Indians

Summer Travel Costs Soar For Indians

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Airfares to Southeast Asia have surged 25 to 30 per cent, driven by high demand and limited airline seat capacity.

Deepti Sharma's all-round show steers India to victory in 4th T20I vs South Africa

Deepti Sharma's all-round show steers India to victory in 4th T20I vs South Africa

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Deepti Sharma's stellar all-round performance, including a maiden five-wicket haul, led India to a 14-run victory over South Africa in the fourth women's T20I. Despite South Africa already securing the series, Deepti's contributions with both bat and ball proved decisive.

Police Investigate Casteist Abuse Allegations Against BJP MP's Son

Police Investigate Casteist Abuse Allegations Against BJP MP's Son

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against Raghavendra Singh and others for allegedly making casteist remarks and issuing threats against the son of BJP MP Arun Kumar Sagar. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute over a parked vehicle.

Ambadas Danve, not Uddhav, is Shiv Sena-UBT's legislative council nominee

Ambadas Danve, not Uddhav, is Shiv Sena-UBT's legislative council nominee

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance in Maharashtra is showing signs of strain as both Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress have announced their intention to field candidates for the upcoming legislative council elections.

IPL 2026: 'GT still not at best, yet keep winning': Holder

IPL 2026: 'GT still not at best, yet keep winning': Holder

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jason Holder believes Gujarat Titans are yet to play their best cricket but have still managed to find a way to win matches and remain in IPL play-off contention. Holder, who produced a match-winning four-wicket haul against Punjab Kings, is happy that every win has been based on collective effort rather than individual brilliance.

IPL 2026: Batting collapse, lack of partnerships hurt RCB's chances vs GT, admits Karthik

IPL 2026: Batting collapse, lack of partnerships hurt RCB's chances vs GT, admits Karthik

Rediff.com5 days ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting coach Dinesh Karthik praised his team's attitude and bowling effort despite a five-wicket loss to Gujarat Titans (GT) in Ahmedabad on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Jhon Arokiasamy Scripts TVK's Stunning Rise

Jhon Arokiasamy Scripts TVK's Stunning Rise

Rediff.com1 days ago

Building a party from scratch and leading it to electoral success is an entirely different challenge.

India's Crude Oil Imports Shift: Venezuela & Brazil Replace Iraq Amid West Asia Crisis

India's Crude Oil Imports Shift: Venezuela & Brazil Replace Iraq Amid West Asia Crisis

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian refiners are recalibrating their crude sourcing strategy due to supply disruptions in West Asia, leading to Venezuela and Brazil emerging as top five suppliers in April, replacing traditional sources like Iraq and the United States.

Never been so fearful of a 15-year-old: Jamieson on Sooryavanshi

Never been so fearful of a 15-year-old: Jamieson on Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com4 days ago

Kyle Jamieson admits feeling pressure facing 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as Delhi Capitals chase a record 226 to beat Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026.

Four Arrested In Amritsar Arms Smuggling Operation

Four Arrested In Amritsar Arms Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com3 days ago

Amritsar Police arrested four individuals linked to a cross-border arms smuggling module, recovering seven sophisticated pistols. The investigation revealed connections to Pakistan-based smugglers using drones for delivery.

How RSS Helped BJP Wrest Bengal

How RSS Helped BJP Wrest Bengal

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) conducted extensive voter awareness campaigns and small group meetings across West Bengal, encouraging people to vote without fear, while also providing valuable feedback to the BJP on public sentiment and rival strategies.

Yield-Generating Instruments Attract Investors as IPO Activity Dips

Yield-Generating Instruments Attract Investors as IPO Activity Dips

Rediff.com7 days ago

Yield-generating instruments like Infrastructure Investment Trusts (Invits), Real Estate Investment Trusts (Reits), and Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) are witnessing a surge in investor interest, contrasting with a notable slowdown in the equity primary market, which saw only one IPO in April.

Undekhi 4: The Final Battle's Chaotic Conclusion

Undekhi 4: The Final Battle's Chaotic Conclusion

Rediff.com5 days ago

The fourth season of Undekhi attempts to conclude the saga of the powerful Atwal family but struggles with an overcomplicated plot and a multitude of characters, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Archery Teams Miss Podium At World Cup Stage 2: What Went Wrong?

Archery Teams Miss Podium At World Cup Stage 2: What Went Wrong?

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Indian compound men's and women's archery teams faced disappointment at Stage 2 of the Archery World Cup in Shanghai, failing to secure a podium finish. Recurve archers showed signs of recovery, but the compound teams' struggles raise concerns ahead of the Asian Games.