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Kerala HC grants bail to suspected LTTE member over delayed trial

Kerala HC grants bail to suspected LTTE member over delayed trial

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Kerala High Court granted bail to a Sri Lankan refugee suspected of being an LTTE member in a UAPA case, citing prolonged judicial custody without trial commencement.

Professor Suspended Over Modi-Hitler Comparison

Professor Suspended Over Modi-Hitler Comparison

Rediff.com4 days ago

An associate professor at OP Jindal Global University has been suspended for allegedly comparing Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Adolf Hitler, following a complaint by a student's father to the Haryana Human Rights Commission.

Fuel switch moves from 'run' to 'cut off', Air India grounds jet

Fuel switch moves from 'run' to 'cut off', Air India grounds jet

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Air India grounded a Boeing 787-8 after a pilot reported a potential fuel control switch defect. The incident occurs amidst an ongoing investigation into the airline's Dreamliner crash last June.

ED attaches Anil Ambani's Rs 3,716-crore house 'Abode'

ED attaches Anil Ambani's Rs 3,716-crore house 'Abode'

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate attached Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani's Mumbai house, 'Abode', worth Rs 3,716 crore under the anti-money laundering law, official sources said on Wednesday.

Kerala HC allows release of 'The Kerala Story 2'

Kerala HC allows release of 'The Kerala Story 2'

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Kerala High Court has overturned a single judge's order that had put a 15-day hold on the screening of 'The Kerala Story 2-Goes Beyond,' paving the way for the film's release.

Good news for India! Tilak Varma regains match fitness

Good news for India! Tilak Varma regains match fitness

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Tilak Varma set to be cleared by CoE, will join Indian team on Feb 3 in Mumbai

Health Expert Cautions Against AI Self-Diagnosis

Health Expert Cautions Against AI Self-Diagnosis

Rediff.com4 days ago

A senior health expert warns against the growing trend of using AI for self-diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing that these tools should not replace human clinical judgment.

T20 WC: No India-Pak clash? ICC stares at massive losses

T20 WC: No India-Pak clash? ICC stares at massive losses

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

An India-Pakistan fixture in an ICC event generates revenue to the tune of a staggering 'USD 250 million (over Rs 2200 crore', as per some estimates and the absence of the cash-cow fixture from the upcoming T20 World Cup is certain to cause heavy losses to all stakeholders.

T20 World Cup: India vs USA: I felt the pressure but I had the belief: Suryakumar Yadav

T20 World Cup: India vs USA: I felt the pressure but I had the belief: Suryakumar Yadav

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Captain Suryakumar Yadav didn't hesitate to accept that the batting unit could have been "smarter and better" during India's hard-earned 29-run win against USA.

'Our finest hour': J&K celebrates Ranji Trophy triumph

'Our finest hour': J&K celebrates Ranji Trophy triumph

Rediff.com3 days ago

Political parties and residents in Jammu and Kashmir celebrate the Union territory's Ranji team's first-ever title win, praising the team's resilience and unity.

T20 WC: India will travel to Sri Lanka despite Pakistan boycott

T20 WC: India will travel to Sri Lanka despite Pakistan boycott

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Despite Pakistan deciding to boycott their group stage T20 World Cup clash against India on February 15, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) sources have said that that the Men in Blue will travel to Sri Lanka for the match as per ICC protocol and wait for the match referee to call off the match.

Bangladesh Grants Travel Permits To 18 Shillong Detainees

Bangladesh Grants Travel Permits To 18 Shillong Detainees

Rediff.com7 days ago

The handover is expected to be coordinated through the Dawki-Tamabil sector, where Indian and Bangladeshi border agencies regularly conduct such transfers.

Accused Review: Underwhelming

Accused Review: Underwhelming

Rediff.com5 days ago

Accused's greatest lure is its queer couple at the centre of storm but by sidestepping their camaraderie for polite affection, the drama does itself immense disservice, observes Sukanya Verma.

Modi pays tribute to Holocaust victims at Yad Vashem memorial

Modi pays tribute to Holocaust victims at Yad Vashem memorial

Rediff.com5 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Yad Vashem memorial in Jerusalem, accompanied by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, to pay tribute to the victims of the Holocaust and reaffirm the commitment to peace and human dignity.

Nabi's Five-For Puts J&K on Brink of Historic Ranji Glory

Nabi's Five-For Puts J&K on Brink of Historic Ranji Glory

Rediff.com4 days ago

Jammu & Kashmir extend their commanding lead to 477 runs, now 186/4 after 57 overs.

KSCA To Name Hubballi Pavilion After Sunil Joshi

KSCA To Name Hubballi Pavilion After Sunil Joshi

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

KSCA to name Pavilion Block at Hubballi's Rajnagar Cricket Grounds after former India cricketer Sunil Joshi during Ranji Trophy final.

How Parents Can Deal With Child's Gaming Addiction

How Parents Can Deal With Child's Gaming Addiction

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Look at what kind of sites the child is visiting, what kind of games they are playing and then tell them about the pitfalls.' 'After the child sleeps, parents can check the history of sites visited and block sites that could be dangerous or inappropriate.'

7 Countries Facing A Toilet Shortage

7 Countries Facing A Toilet Shortage

Rediff.com7 days ago

In several parts of the world, access to proper sanitation remains a serious challenge. Many communities still lack household toilets or safe waste disposal systems, often due to water shortages, economic hardship or limited infrastructure.

T20 World Cup: 'Why Is Axar Sitting Out?'

T20 World Cup: 'Why Is Axar Sitting Out?'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

India's loss to South Africa in the T20 World Cup Super 8s has sparked outrage among fans, who are questioning Coach Gautam Gambhir's decision to bench Axar Patel in favour of Washington Sundar.

Man Nabbed with Smuggled Cigarettes in Delhi

Man Nabbed with Smuggled Cigarettes in Delhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 51-year-old man was arrested in Delhi's Kashmere Gate area for possessing illegal imported cigarettes worth approximately Rs 40 lakh. The accused, identified as Sanjay Aggarwal, was found with three lakh sticks of imported cigarettes that lacked mandatory health warnings.

The Lady Who Got A Dreaded Maoist To Surrender

The Lady Who Got A Dreaded Maoist To Surrender

Rediff.com5 days ago

'They are not abandoning their ideology. They now believe it is better to pursue their goals through the Constitution rather than from the barrel of a gun -- even if the ideology itself remains intact.'

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Markram powers South Africa into last four

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Markram powers South Africa into last four

Rediff.com5 days ago

Clinical South Africa hammer West Indies by nine wickets, seal semifinal spot

'AI-Assisted Surgery Will Be Reality Soon'

'AI-Assisted Surgery Will Be Reality Soon'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'Artificial Intelligence-assisted surgery is expected to shape the future of operating theatres in India.'

'Stay tuned' for Modi-Trump meet: US envoy

'Stay tuned' for Modi-Trump meet: US envoy

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

The US President had hosted Modi for an official working visit in Washington, DC, on February 13 last year.

T20 World Cup, India vs Pak: 'If Salman wants...': SKY's big Abhishek hint

T20 World Cup, India vs Pak: 'If Salman wants...': SKY's big Abhishek hint

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav playfully addresses Abhishek Sharma's fitness ahead of the highly anticipated T20 World Cup match against Pakistan, hinting at his likely participation.

India will buy oil from Venezuela, not Iran: Trump

India will buy oil from Venezuela, not Iran: Trump

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

The Indian government has not yet responded to Trump's comments yet.

'Blatant assault on public order': Court slams IYC protest at AI Summit

'Blatant assault on public order': Court slams IYC protest at AI Summit

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

A Delhi court has criticized the conduct of Indian Youth Congress workers who protested at the AI Impact Summit venue, stating their actions were not legitimate dissent but a 'blatant assault on public order' that also harmed the country's diplomatic image.

Guess Which State's Sweepers Earn Rs 2 Lakh Salary?

Guess Which State's Sweepers Earn Rs 2 Lakh Salary?

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Telangana government's salary structure reveals surprising figures, with senior sweepers earning up to 2 lakh and chief engineers drawing 7 lakh monthly.

'There Is Pressure': Surya On Home World Cup Expectations

'There Is Pressure': Surya On Home World Cup Expectations

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav admits pressure of playing T20 World Cup 2026 at home but says India are staying present ahead of Super 8 clash vs South Africa.

T20 World Cup: Cricket Fans Threaten Pakistan Captain Salman Agha's Family

T20 World Cup: Cricket Fans Threaten Pakistan Captain Salman Agha's Family

Rediff.com6 days ago

Pakistani cricket fans posted threatening messages directed at the family of captain Salman Agha after Pakistan's defeat against England in the T20 World Cup Super 8s match.

U-19 WC: India eye revenge against Pakistan in Super Six

U-19 WC: India eye revenge against Pakistan in Super Six

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

India face arch-rivals Pakistan in a high-stakes U-19 World Cup Super Six clash, seeking revenge for their crushing Asia Cup final defeat in Bulawayo.

Air India crash probe: 'Nothing has been ruled out'

Air India crash probe: 'Nothing has been ruled out'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) team probing last year's fatal Air India plane crash is examining certain components of the aircraft and assessing various aspects, and 'nothing has been ruled out' in terms of the factors that could have led to the accident that killed 260 people, according to a source.

Ranji Trophy Final, Karnataka vs Jammu and Kashmir: Mayank Agarwal hits century to keep Karnataka's hopes alive

Ranji Trophy Final, Karnataka vs Jammu and Kashmir: Mayank Agarwal hits century to keep Karnataka's hopes alive

Rediff.com5 days ago

Mayank Agarwal stroked a fluent century to lead Karnataka's fightback after Auqib Nabi's three-wicket haul had put Jammu and Kashmir in control, on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy final.

ICC T20 World Cup: India game not in our control, it's government's decision: Pakistan captain Salman

ICC T20 World Cup: India game not in our control, it's government's decision: Pakistan captain Salman

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha on Thursday stressed that the decision to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India was taken by their government and is "not in our control."

India, US in talks for mutually beneficial trade agreement

India, US in talks for mutually beneficial trade agreement

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The Indian government informed Parliament that India and the US are engaged in negotiations for a mutually beneficial multi-sectoral bilateral trade agreement. The two countries also cooperate on strategic, economic, and defense matters, managing divergences through high-level dialogues.

Assam Seeks Fast-Track Court in Zubeen Garg Death Case

Assam Seeks Fast-Track Court in Zubeen Garg Death Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Assam government has requested the Gauhati High Court to establish a fast-track court to expedite the trial in the Zubeen Garg death case, a move welcomed by the singer's wife, who seeks stringent punishment for those responsible.

Delhi-Himachal face-off over arrest of YC activists in AI protest case

Delhi-Himachal face-off over arrest of YC activists in AI protest case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police arrested three Youth Congress activists in Himachal Pradesh in connection with a shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit. The arrests led to a face-off with local police over procedural issues, but Delhi Police maintained that the operation was conducted legally.

Modi meets AI startups' CEOs, global leaders at AI Summit

Modi meets AI startups' CEOs, global leaders at AI Summit

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a roundtable with AI startup CEOs and held bilateral meetings with global leaders at the India AI Impact Summit, focusing on AI's potential across sectors and international cooperation.

U19 World Cup: India knock out Pakistan, storm into semis

U19 World Cup: India knock out Pakistan, storm into semis

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

India Under-19 sealed their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 U-19 World Cup on Sunday, knocking arch-rivals Pakistan out of contention with a disciplined all-round performance at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.

Stock Market Today Feb 26, 2026: Sensex, Nifty End Mixed In Volatile Trade

Stock Market Today Feb 26, 2026: Sensex, Nifty End Mixed In Volatile Trade

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian equity markets experienced a volatile trading day, with the Sensex and Nifty closing almost flat. Market sentiment was influenced by global cues, US-Iran talks, and profit-booking activities.