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

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

Rediff.com1 hour ago

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.

Drug Kingpin Arrested in Shimla, Interstate Network Busted

Drug Kingpin Arrested in Shimla, Interstate Network Busted

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Shimla have arrested the alleged kingpin of an interstate drug trafficking network involved in the 'chitta' (adulterated heroin) trade. The accused, Hardeep Singh, was apprehended following a raid, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the network.

Pakistan denies halting military operation against Afghan Taliban

Pakistan denies halting military operation against Afghan Taliban

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Pakistan minister refuted social media reports about the conclusion of the operation against Afghan Taliban, stating that the operation is continuing with full intensity.

Nepal-bound flight returns to Bengaluru again, passengers protest

Nepal-bound flight returns to Bengaluru again, passengers protest

Rediff.com4 days ago

Passengers traveling from Bengaluru to Kathmandu faced significant disruptions and protested at Kempegowda International Airport after their flight failed to land in Kathmandu on two consecutive days, leading to frustration and accusations of mismanagement by the airline.

Five Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Man in Odisha's Jajpur

Five Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Man in Odisha's Jajpur

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Odisha's Jajpur district have arrested five people in connection with the poisoning death of a 39-year-old man, Santosh Malik, following a property dispute and subsequent conspiracy.

TV volume row turns deadly, Andhra woman stabs husband to death

TV volume row turns deadly, Andhra woman stabs husband to death

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

A 27-year-old man died after his wife allegedly stabbed him following a dispute over the volume of the television in their home in Andhra Pradesh.

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.com3 days ago

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.

Odisha FC Earns Draw Against Chennaiyin FC in ISL Clash

Odisha FC Earns Draw Against Chennaiyin FC in ISL Clash

Rediff.com2 days ago

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.

EPL: Manchester City go second; Liverpool whip West Ham

EPL: Manchester City go second; Liverpool whip West Ham

Rediff.com3 days ago

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.

Rs 24 Crore Worth of Ganja Seized at Delhi Airport

Rs 24 Crore Worth of Ganja Seized at Delhi Airport

Rediff.com5 days ago

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.

Nadda Alleges West Bengal Government Sheltering Infiltrators, Threatening Original Inhabitants

Nadda Alleges West Bengal Government Sheltering Infiltrators, Threatening Original Inhabitants

Rediff.com2 days ago

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

GST Collections Rise by 8.1% in February

GST Collections Rise by 8.1% in February

Rediff.com2 days ago

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.

Gangtok police deploys drones for traffic management

Gangtok police deploys drones for traffic management

Rediff.com6 days ago

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.

Dhoni Faces Notice Over Alleged Misuse of Residential Plot

Dhoni Faces Notice Over Alleged Misuse of Residential Plot

Rediff.com4 days ago

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.

Kailash Satyarthi Foundation Office Burglarized in Delhi

Kailash Satyarthi Foundation Office Burglarized in Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

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.com3 days ago

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.

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.com5 days ago

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.

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.com6 days ago

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.

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Rediff.com4 days ago

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.

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.com1 days ago

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.

Dakar Rally: De Mevius takes lead as champion Al-Rajhi penalised

Dakar Rally: De Mevius takes lead as champion Al-Rajhi penalised

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Qatar's five-times winner Nasser Al-Attiyah was in second place for the Dacia Sandriders team, 40 seconds behind de Mevius.

Indian runner Pooja Aatmaram banned for evading tests

Indian runner Pooja Aatmaram banned for evading tests

Rediff.com7 days ago

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.

PV Sindhu Stranded at Dubai Airport Amid Middle East Tensions

PV Sindhu Stranded at Dubai Airport Amid Middle East Tensions

Rediff.com3 days ago

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.com3 days ago

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.

Protest Turns Violent in Siliguri Over Assault of Pregnant Tribal Woman

Protest Turns Violent in Siliguri Over Assault of Pregnant Tribal Woman

Rediff.com5 days ago

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 Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

PV Sindhu Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

Rediff.com3 days ago

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.

Gold, Silver Prices Poised for Rally Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

Gold, Silver Prices Poised for Rally Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

Rediff.com2 days ago

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.

Should You Invest In Multi-Asset Funds?

Should You Invest In Multi-Asset Funds?

Rediff.com1 days ago

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.

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Rediff.com5 days ago

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.

Gurugram Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Encounter

Gurugram Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Encounter

Rediff.com4 days ago

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.

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

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

Rediff.com1 days ago

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.

Employee and Friend Nabbed for Alleged Theft from Bengaluru Company

Employee and Friend Nabbed for Alleged Theft from Bengaluru Company

Rediff.com4 days ago

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.

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.

Pvt-funded highway construction model highest priority: Gadkari

Pvt-funded highway construction model highest priority: Gadkari

Rediff.com6 days ago

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.

Khair Smugglers Try to Crush Forest Team in Bilaspur

Khair Smugglers Try to Crush Forest Team in Bilaspur

Rediff.com4 days ago

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 Investors Consider Money Market Funds?

Should Investors Consider Money Market Funds?

Rediff.com2 days ago

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.

T20 World Cup: India Keeps Semi-Final Dreams Alive

T20 World Cup: India Keeps Semi-Final Dreams Alive

Rediff.com5 days ago

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

Canteen Owner Murdered, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna

Canteen Owner Murdered, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna

Rediff.com1 days ago

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.

Sindhu to Miss All England Championships Amid Travel Chaos

Sindhu to Miss All England Championships Amid Travel Chaos

Rediff.com1 days ago

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.

'Virat Kohli will forever be the icon and hero of RCB'

'Virat Kohli will forever be the icon and hero of RCB'

Rediff.com1 days ago

RCB director Mo Bobat calls Virat Kohli's 18-year IPL record "ridiculous", says building a championship-winning team around him was a priority, and backs Rajat Patidar's leadership as the franchise eyes back-to-back titles.