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Family of Man in Delhi Assembly Security Breach Cites Mental Health Concerns

Family of Man in Delhi Assembly Security Breach Cites Mental Health Concerns

Rediff.com3 days ago

Uttar Pradesh Police questioned the family of Sarabjeet Singh, accused of breaching security at the Delhi Assembly. His family claims he suffers from mental health issues and was undergoing treatment.

Truck Driver Attacked After Key Dispute at Palghar Hotel

Truck Driver Attacked After Key Dispute at Palghar Hotel

Rediff.com5 days ago

A truck driver was seriously injured after being allegedly assaulted following a dispute at a hotel along the Mumbai-Ahmedabad highway in Palghar district.

Delhi Sub-Inspector Booked for Assaulting Elderly Shopkeeper Over Parking Dispute

Delhi Sub-Inspector Booked for Assaulting Elderly Shopkeeper Over Parking Dispute

Rediff.com4 days ago

A woman sub-inspector with the Delhi Police has been booked after allegedly slapping a 78-year-old shopkeeper for objecting to her parking in front of his shop in Rohini Sector 7.

NASA's Moon Rocket Ready For Launch: Artemis II Countdown Begins At Kennedy

NASA's Moon Rocket Ready For Launch: Artemis II Countdown Begins At Kennedy

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The glimpses from NASA's Artemis II mission capture a historic moment -- preparations for humanity's return to the Moon for the first time since the Apollo 17 Moon landing in 1972.

War, Elections Take Backseat As IPL Fever Reigns Supreme

War, Elections Take Backseat As IPL Fever Reigns Supreme

Rediff.com6 days ago

In crowded Mumbai trains, passengers, despite being crushed and unable to breathe, watch the IPL action on their phones. Oxygen may be optional, but the live score is not.

How Research and Applied Sciences Can Drive India's Sustainability Goals

How Research and Applied Sciences Can Drive India's Sustainability Goals

Rediff.com3 days ago

CSIR Director General N Kalaiselvi emphasised the importance of research and applied sciences in developing sustainable solutions for India's energy security and environmental challenges at an international conference on Sustainability Through Fundamental and Applied Sciences (STFAS), 2026.

IPL 2026: RCB's six-hitting machine Tim David hits the roof

IPL 2026: RCB's six-hitting machine Tim David hits the roof

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tim David's explosive hitting, including eight sixes and a monstrous 106m strike, powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a 43-run victory over Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Artemis II mission targets record distance from Earth

Artemis II mission targets record distance from Earth

Rediff.com3 days ago

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on Monday said the crew of Artemis II is preparing for a historic lunar flyby that will take humans farther from Earth than ever before.

Gaudium IVF Pioneers AI-Powered Infertility Treatment in India

Gaudium IVF Pioneers AI-Powered Infertility Treatment in India

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Gaudium IVF and Women Health Limited has introduced artificial intelligence-led infertility treatment in India, integrating advanced embryology tools into routine clinical practice. The AI integration includes systems such as SiD (Sperm Identification Device) and ERICA (Embryo Ranking Intelligent Classification Assistant) to improve precision in key stages of the in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) process.

Thane Inmate Assaults Constable After Meeting Request Denied

Thane Inmate Assaults Constable After Meeting Request Denied

Rediff.com5 days ago

A convict serving a life sentence in Thane Central Jail allegedly assaulted a jail constable after being denied an unauthorised meeting with his brother at a court. The incident has led to the registration of a case against the inmate.

Woman's Suicide Attempt Disrupts Kolkata Metro Services

Woman's Suicide Attempt Disrupts Kolkata Metro Services

Rediff.com6 days ago

Services on Kolkata Metro's North-South line were temporarily disrupted after a woman attempted suicide at Kalighat station. The woman was rescued and taken to hospital, and normal services resumed after 20 minutes.

Man held for trying to extort money from relative of IUML leader Sayyid Sadikkali Shihab Thangal

Man held for trying to extort money from relative of IUML leader Sayyid Sadikkali Shihab Thangal

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A man has been arrested in Kerala for allegedly attempting to extort money from a relative of IUML state president Sayyid Sadikkali Shihab Thangal by threatening to circulate defamatory images of the leader online.

Delhi Police Investigates Officer Over Alleged Assault on Shopkeeper

Delhi Police Investigates Officer Over Alleged Assault on Shopkeeper

Rediff.com4 days ago

A woman sub-inspector with the Delhi Police is under investigation after allegedly slapping a 78-year-old shopkeeper during a parking dispute in Rohini, northwest Delhi.

Fake Currency Racket Uncovered: Four Arrested in Bahraich

Fake Currency Racket Uncovered: Four Arrested in Bahraich

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested four individuals involved in printing and circulating counterfeit currency. The suspects were apprehended with fake notes and a colour printer used in the operation.

Chhattisgarh HC Sentences Amit Jogi to Life Imprisonment in Murder Case

Chhattisgarh HC Sentences Amit Jogi to Life Imprisonment in Murder Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Chhattisgarh High Court has sentenced Amit Jogi, son of former chief minister Ajit Jogi, to life imprisonment for the 2003 murder of NCP leader Ramavatar Jaggi, overturning a previous acquittal.

High Court Orders Retrial in 2019 Ludhiana Rape and Murder Case, Sets Aside Death Sentences

High Court Orders Retrial in 2019 Ludhiana Rape and Murder Case, Sets Aside Death Sentences

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has overturned the death sentences of two men convicted in the 2019 rape and murder of a seven-year-old girl in Ludhiana, citing procedural errors during the trial.

IDF strikes over 200 Iranian targets, 140 Hezbollah sites

IDF strikes over 200 Iranian targets, 140 Hezbollah sites

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have conducted a massive military operation targeting more than 200 infrastructure sites within Iran and an additional 140 Hezbollah assets across Lebanon.

Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble Ends Unveiled At Chinnaswamy Stadium

Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble Ends Unveiled At Chinnaswamy Stadium

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Karnataka State Cricket Association officially unveiled the Rahul Dravid and Anil Kumble Ends at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, honouring the cricket legends in a touching ceremony.

Delhi Police Nab 'Ganja' Salim After Brief Gunfight

Delhi Police Nab 'Ganja' Salim After Brief Gunfight

Rediff.com6 days ago

A notorious criminal, Mohammad Salim alias 'Ganja', with numerous murder and burglary cases against him, was arrested in Delhi after a brief shootout with the Special Task Force (STF).

UN chief 'deeply troubled' by Trump's Iran remarks, urges Hormuz freedom

UN chief 'deeply troubled' by Trump's Iran remarks, urges Hormuz freedom

Rediff.com2 days ago

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed deep concern over US President Donald Trump's warning to Iran and appealed for the re-establishment of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Congress Leader Venugopal Alleges Vijayan's Collusion with BJP in Open Letter

Congress Leader Venugopal Alleges Vijayan's Collusion with BJP in Open Letter

Rediff.com3 days ago

AICC General Secretary K C Venugopal has released an open letter to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, alleging secret deals with BJP leaders and the central government, raising questions about the LDF government's functioning ahead of the Assembly elections.

I've always been an attacking player: Ajinkya Rahane amid criticism

I've always been an attacking player: Ajinkya Rahane amid criticism

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ajinkya Rahane defends his batting approach amid criticism in IPL 2026, saying he has evolved into an attacking player while focusing on team roles for KKR.

Centre urges SC to reconsider adultery and same-sex relationship verdicts

Centre urges SC to reconsider adultery and same-sex relationship verdicts

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Centre has asked the Supreme Court to reconsider its judgements decriminalising adultery and same-sex relationships, arguing they were based on a subjective application of 'constitutional morality'.

Bengal SIR: Nearly 91 lakh names deleted from voter list

Bengal SIR: Nearly 91 lakh names deleted from voter list

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Election Commission reports a significant reduction in West Bengal's electoral rolls following a Special Intensive Revision, with nearly 9.1 million voters deleted.

KSCA Extends Pension Benefits to Veteran Women Cricketers

KSCA Extends Pension Benefits to Veteran Women Cricketers

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has announced a monthly pension for former women cricketers who represented the state in the Senior Women's National Championship, aiming to honour their contributions to the sport.

Ajit Pawar plane crash: Kharat link sparks fresh doubts

Ajit Pawar plane crash: Kharat link sparks fresh doubts

Rediff.com4 days ago

NCP-SP MLA Rohit Pawar has raised concerns about the 2024 plane crash that killed Ajit Pawar, following allegations of a link between a self-styled godman and unusual financial transactions.

France rise to top of FIFA rankings after wins over Brazil, Colombia

France rise to top of FIFA rankings after wins over Brazil, Colombia

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

France return to No.1 in FIFA rankings after wins over Brazil and Colombia, while Spain drop to second and Argentina slip to third in the latest standings.

Vishwaguru stands exposed: Cong mocks Modi over Pak-brokered Iran truce

Vishwaguru stands exposed: Cong mocks Modi over Pak-brokered Iran truce

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Congress party has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's diplomatic efforts following the ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran, facilitated in part by Pakistan. The party claims this development undermines Modi's strategy and exposes his perceived failures in foreign policy.

Iran will be decimated within 4 hours if...: Trump

Iran will be decimated within 4 hours if...: Trump

Rediff.com3 days ago

Trump also brushed off criticism of his expletive-laden references to causing destruction in Iran if they failed to make a deal to end the war.

Abhishek Banerjee Criticises Modi's Response to Pakistan's Threat Against Kolkata

Abhishek Banerjee Criticises Modi's Response to Pakistan's Threat Against Kolkata

Rediff.com4 days ago

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his silence regarding Pakistan's defence minister's threat to attack Kolkata. Banerjee accuses Modi of prioritising election campaigns over national security concerns.

Iran rejects US ceasefire proposal, presents 10-point plan to end war

Iran rejects US ceasefire proposal, presents 10-point plan to end war

Rediff.com3 days ago

Iran on Monday formally rejected a US-proposed ceasefire deal amid the escalating conflict in West Asia, instead unveiling its own 10-point plan aimed at permanently ending the ongoing war, as reported by the Iranian state news agency Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).

Faridabad Man Ends Life on Video Call After Relationship Issues

Faridabad Man Ends Life on Video Call After Relationship Issues

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 28-year-old man in Faridabad, India, died by suicide while on a video call with his girlfriend after facing relationship difficulties. Police are investigating the incident.

Pentagon Purge Rocks Iran War

Pentagon Purge Rocks Iran War

Rediff.com7 days ago

The purge in Washington does not pause the war. Strikes continue, Hormuz remains closed, and Brent crude is still dancing around $109 a barrel. For India, the command chaos in the Pentagon is another layer of uncertainty piled on five weeks of conflict that was already straining every buffer Delhi has.

ISL: Alfred Moya's Double Secures Win for Inter Kashi Against Chennaiyin FC

ISL: Alfred Moya's Double Secures Win for Inter Kashi Against Chennaiyin FC

Rediff.com2 days ago

Inter Kashi FC defeated Chennaiyin FC 2-1 in an Indian Super League match, with Alfred Moya scoring twice. The win moves Inter Kashi up the table, while Chennaiyin remains lower in the standings.

Land Dispute Leads to Double Stabbing at Wardha Wedding

Land Dispute Leads to Double Stabbing at Wardha Wedding

Rediff.com5 days ago

A teenager has been detained after allegedly stabbing his uncle and cousin to death during a wedding procession in Wardha district, Maharashtra, due to a long-standing land dispute.

Belgian Court Supports Extradition of Mehul Choksi to India on Fraud Charges

Belgian Court Supports Extradition of Mehul Choksi to India on Fraud Charges

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Antwerp Court of Appeal has advised the Belgian government to approve the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi to India on six of seven charges, including criminal conspiracy and fraud.

Junior Engineer Arrested in Jammu Bribery Case

Junior Engineer Arrested in Jammu Bribery Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

A junior engineer in the Power Development Department in Jammu was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for accepting a bribe of Rs 75,000.

Sharad Pawar rebukes Parth, backs Cong right to contest Baramati bypoll

Sharad Pawar rebukes Parth, backs Cong right to contest Baramati bypoll

Rediff.com3 days ago

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar defends the Congress party's right to contest the Baramati assembly bypoll, criticising his grandnephew Parth Pawar's remarks against the Congress candidate. Pawar cites the importance of electoral contest and questions Parth's political maturity.

Strait of Hormuz changed irreversibly: Iran's big warning amid Trump's ultimatum

Strait of Hormuz changed irreversibly: Iran's big warning amid Trump's ultimatum

Rediff.com4 days ago

The naval command underlined recent regional developments, which have now established a new reality in which extra-regional powers, led by Washington, DC, can no longer dictate terms or project unchecked influence in Iran's immediate maritime environment.

Samay Raina opens up on Latent row, hints at second season

Samay Raina opens up on Latent row, hints at second season

Rediff.com2 days ago

Comedian Samay Raina discusses the controversy surrounding his show 'India's Got Latent' and hints at a second season in a new stand-up special.