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Govt moves to shield trade as Iran war chokes sea routes

Govt moves to shield trade as Iran war chokes sea routes

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

With the Iran war escalating sharply and crisis deepening in the global energy market, India on Monday unveiled a coordinated plan to support exporters and shippers caught in the fallout.

Rs 24 Crore Worth of Ganja Seized at Delhi Airport

Rs 24 Crore Worth of Ganja Seized at Delhi Airport

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport seized 23.9 kg of suspected marijuana, valued at approximately Rs 24 crore, from two Indian passengers arriving from Krabi, Thailand.

T20 WC Semi-final: India Eye Complete Game as England Loom

T20 WC Semi-final: India Eye Complete Game as England Loom

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India face a tough spin challenge from England in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Wankhede Stadium, as both teams aim for a perfect game in the high-pressure knockout.

Gangtok police deploys drones for traffic management

Gangtok police deploys drones for traffic management

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Gangtok Traffic Police has introduced two high-tech drones to improve traffic management and public safety in the city. The drones will monitor traffic, identify bottlenecks, and assist in crowd management during public events.

BLO Allegedly Dies by Suicide After Leave Denied for Daughter's Wedding

BLO Allegedly Dies by Suicide After Leave Denied for Daughter's Wedding

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A Booth Level Officer (BLO) in Uttar Pradesh allegedly died by suicide after being denied leave for his daughter's wedding. Family members and villagers protested, accusing the administration of ignoring repeated pleas for leave.

EPL: Manchester City go second; Liverpool whip West Ham

EPL: Manchester City go second; Liverpool whip West Ham

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Liverpool secured a dominant win over West Ham, while other Premier League matches saw Brentford edge Burnley in a seven-goal thriller and Everton secure a late victory against Newcastle.

Odisha FC Earns Draw Against Chennaiyin FC in ISL Clash

Odisha FC Earns Draw Against Chennaiyin FC in ISL Clash

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Odisha FC and Chennaiyin FC played to a 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League match at the Kalinga Stadium, with Carlos Delgado's header securing a point for Odisha.

Dhoni Faces Notice Over Alleged Misuse of Residential Plot

Dhoni Faces Notice Over Alleged Misuse of Residential Plot

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The Jharkhand State Housing Board has issued a notice to former India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni regarding the alleged misuse of a residential plot in Ranchi for commercial purposes.

Four Held in Navi Mumbai for Man's Death Over Theft Suspicion

Four Held in Navi Mumbai for Man's Death Over Theft Suspicion

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Navi Mumbai police have arrested four individuals for allegedly killing a 31-year-old man suspected of theft. The victim, Sandeep Vishwakarma, was reported missing and later found dead with injuries sustained from an assault.

Court Orders Probe Against Ex-DGP R Sreelekha for Alleged Victims' Identity Reveal

Court Orders Probe Against Ex-DGP R Sreelekha for Alleged Victims' Identity Reveal

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

A court in Thiruvananthapuram has ordered a police probe against former DGP R Sreelekha for allegedly revealing the identity of victims in a sexual offence case through a video posted on social media.

Nadda Alleges West Bengal Government Sheltering Infiltrators, Threatening Original Inhabitants

Nadda Alleges West Bengal Government Sheltering Infiltrators, Threatening Original Inhabitants

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Union Minister JP Nadda accuses the West Bengal government of sheltering infiltrators, leading to demographic changes and hindering development.

Indian runner Pooja Aatmaram banned for evading tests

Indian runner Pooja Aatmaram banned for evading tests

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Indian long-distance runner Pooja Aatmaram has been handed a reduced three-year ban by the Athletics Integrity Unit after admitting she fled an in-competition doping test in Mumbai last year.

GST Collections Rise by 8.1% in February

GST Collections Rise by 8.1% in February

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

India's gross GST collection increased by 8.1 per cent to over Rs 1.83 lakh crore in February, driven by higher import revenues and improved domestic sales. Despite some states reporting negative or below-average growth, experts see the overall trend as a sign of a maturing tax ecosystem and a confident domestic market.

Kailash Satyarthi Foundation Office Burglarized in Delhi

Kailash Satyarthi Foundation Office Burglarized in Delhi

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The Kailash Satyarthi Children's Foundation office in Kalkaji, Delhi, was burglarized, prompting a police investigation and forensic probe.

Punjab Police Busts International Drug Network

Punjab Police Busts International Drug Network

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The Punjab Police's Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) has dismantled an international narcotics network operating across the Tricity region and Ludhiana, arresting six key operatives and seizing a large quantity of narcotics, MDMA tablets, and cocaine.

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A newly married man was killed in a suspected honor killing by his wife's brothers in Dwarapudi village, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. The attack occurred after the couple's wedding, reportedly due to the wife's brothers' disapproval of the marriage.

India Eye ODI Edge Over Aus as Healy Gears Up for Swansong

India Eye ODI Edge Over Aus as Healy Gears Up for Swansong

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

India take on Australia in the 1st Women's ODI in Brisbane after a historic T20I series win. Alyssa Healy returns for her farewell ODI series, while Smriti Mandhana leads India's charge.

Protest Turns Violent in Siliguri Over Assault of Pregnant Tribal Woman

Protest Turns Violent in Siliguri Over Assault of Pregnant Tribal Woman

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Protesters clashed with police in Siliguri, West Bengal, during a demonstration organized by the Janjati Suraksha Manch over the assault of a pregnant tribal woman. The demonstrators were demanding justice for the woman and the arrest of all individuals involved in the incident.

PV Sindhu Stranded at Dubai Airport Amid Middle East Tensions

PV Sindhu Stranded at Dubai Airport Amid Middle East Tensions

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu was stranded at Dubai airport due to flight suspensions caused by escalating tensions in the Middle East, casting doubt on her participation in the All England Open.

Sreenidi Deccan FC Secures Narrow Victory Over Diamond Harbour

Sreenidi Deccan FC Secures Narrow Victory Over Diamond Harbour

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Diamond Harbour FC 1-0 in an Indian Football League match, with Fabrice Kah scoring the decisive goal and Aryan Niraj Lamba saving a penalty.

Four Teams Vie for Finals Berth in DP World PGTI's 72 The League

Four Teams Vie for Finals Berth in DP World PGTI's 72 The League

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Four teams, including UP Prometheans and Rajasthan Regals, are in contention to reach the finals of the DP World PGTI's 72 The League after the fourth round at the Classic Golf & Country Club. The final round promises intense competition as teams vie for the top two spots.

Bill Gates lauds Andhra's AI-driven growth

Bill Gates lauds Andhra's AI-driven growth

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Microsoft founder and Gates Foundation chairman Bill Gates on Tuesday hailed Andhra Pradesh's rapid development, saying it was exciting to see the state's growth being accelerated through AI and technology.

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A newly married man was killed in a suspected honor killing by his wife's brothers in Dwarapudi village, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. The attack occurred after the couple's wedding, which was not approved by the woman's family.

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.

Gurugram Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Encounter

Gurugram Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Encounter

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Gurugram Police arrested a wanted criminal, Ankit Kumar, after a brief encounter near Pachgaon chowk. The accused, who had escaped from a jail in Uttar Pradesh, was injured in the exchange of fire and is currently hospitalized.

Pvt-funded highway construction model highest priority: Gadkari

Pvt-funded highway construction model highest priority: Gadkari

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

On the back of an aggressive asset monetisation push, the government will press the throttle on the build-operate-transfer (BOT) model - under which private developers fund highway construction - for future highway development, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said.

Employee and Friend Nabbed for Alleged Theft from Bengaluru Company

Employee and Friend Nabbed for Alleged Theft from Bengaluru Company

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

An employee and his friend have been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly stealing Rs 91.76 lakh from a private firm where the employee worked as a cashier. Police have recovered a significant portion of the stolen cash and are continuing to investigate the case.

Gold, Silver Prices Poised for Rally Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

Gold, Silver Prices Poised for Rally Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Analysts predict a surge in gold and silver prices as investors seek safe-haven assets due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The impact on domestic prices will depend on the conflict's duration, with geopolitical factors and macroeconomic data also playing a role.

Khair Smugglers Try to Crush Forest Team in Bilaspur

Khair Smugglers Try to Crush Forest Team in Bilaspur

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A group of khair smugglers in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, attempted to crush a forest department team after being intercepted. The smugglers were arrested and a case has been registered against them.

Should You Invest In Multi-Asset Funds?

Should You Invest In Multi-Asset Funds?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Their assets under management (AUM) rose from Rs 1.04 trillion (January 31, 2025) to Rs 1.75 trillion (January 31, 2026), an increase of 68.3 per cent.

Man Killed, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna Over Money Dispute

Man Killed, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna Over Money Dispute

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A man was killed, his body chopped into pieces and dumped in the Yamuna River by his friend and his associates after he refused to give them money, according to police. Four people, including a woman, have been arrested in connection with the killing.

T20 World Cup: India Keeps Semi-Final Dreams Alive

T20 World Cup: India Keeps Semi-Final Dreams Alive

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

For India, a win against the West Indies will guarantee a semifinal spot, with four points making net run rate a non-issue.

Ola Electric hit by volume slump, market share loss as Q3 revenue plunges

Ola Electric hit by volume slump, market share loss as Q3 revenue plunges

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Shares of electric vehicle (EV) maker Ola Electric Mobility fell nearly 7 per cent to a fresh low on Monday after its revenue growth in the third quarter (October-December/Q3) of 2025-26 (FY26) slowed, with analysts warning that any turnaround could be prolonged.

Kirti Arrives With Boyfriend Rajeev at Kennedy Screening

Kirti Arrives With Boyfriend Rajeev at Kennedy Screening

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Stars arrive for the screening of Anurag Kashyap's Kennedy starring Sunny Leone and Rahul Bhat.

Should Investors Consider Money Market Funds?

Should Investors Consider Money Market Funds?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Investors with a 6 to 12 month horizon may consider them. They should align their holding period with the fund's maturity profile and prefer schemes with a lower expense ratio.

Canteen Owner Murdered, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna

Canteen Owner Murdered, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A 29-year-old man and his accomplices allegedly murdered a canteen owner in Delhi, dismembered his body, and disposed of the remains in the Yamuna River, motivated by greed for gold and cash.

Bhopal man dies after speeding Thar rams his car in Goa

Bhopal man dies after speeding Thar rams his car in Goa

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

A tourist from Bhopal died in a road accident in North Goa after his car was hit by an SUV allegedly driven by a 19-year-old. Police are investigating the incident and have arrested the driver for rash and negligent driving.

Hollywood Stars Hesitant to Act In American Psycho Remake

Hollywood Stars Hesitant to Act In American Psycho Remake

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Author Bret Easton Ellis reveals that major Hollywood actors were unwilling to star in the remake of 'American Psycho' due to its controversial nature. The article explores the reasons behind this hesitation and the legacy of the original film.

Sindhu to Miss All England Championships Amid Travel Chaos

Sindhu to Miss All England Championships Amid Travel Chaos

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu is set to miss the All England Championships after being stranded in Dubai due to travel disruptions. Other Indian shuttlers face challenges reaching the tournament.

Jammu erupts in celebrations after Ranji Trophy triumph

Jammu erupts in celebrations after Ranji Trophy triumph

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir won their maiden Ranji Trophy on the first innings lead after drawing the final against Karnataka.