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Court Denies Bail to IPS Officer in Unauthorised Raids Case

Court Denies Bail to IPS Officer in Unauthorised Raids Case

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of a senior IPS officer from Mizoram, accused of conducting unauthorised raids, illegal detentions, and demanding money from a foreign national in Delhi.

P V Sindhu Stranded In Dubai; Set To Miss All England Badminton Championships

P V Sindhu Stranded In Dubai; Set To Miss All England Badminton Championships

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu is likely to miss the All England Championships due to travel disruptions caused by airspace closures in the Gulf region.

'We Were All Over the Place': Pratika After India's Loss

'We Were All Over the Place': Pratika After India's Loss

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Pratika Rawal admits 'not even one department went our way' after India's crushing 185-run defeat to Australia in Hobart, sealing a 0-3 ODI series whitewash.

Nepal-bound flight returns to Bengaluru again, passengers protest

Nepal-bound flight returns to Bengaluru again, passengers protest

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

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.

T20 World Cup: Will Sahibzada Farhan Stay MVP?

T20 World Cup: Will Sahibzada Farhan Stay MVP?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of T20 World Cup 2026 after Game 52.

MP teen gives birth in school washroom during board exam

MP teen gives birth in school washroom during board exam

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A 17-year-old girl gave birth in a school washroom during her Class 10 board exam in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, leading to the discovery of a sexual assault case. The girl alleges she was assaulted by a boy she met at a dance program.

Nitish set to step down as Bihar CM, to contest RS poll

Nitish set to step down as Bihar CM, to contest RS poll

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Speculation is rife in Bihar about Chief Minister Nitish Kumar potentially moving to the Rajya Sabha, leading to discussions about a possible BJP chief minister and a role for Kumar's son, Nishant. Senior BJP leaders have dismissed the rumours.

Bihar Police Tightens Security Ahead of Holi Celebrations

Bihar Police Tightens Security Ahead of Holi Celebrations

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Bihar Police have announced increased security measures ahead of the Holi festival to prevent disturbances and maintain law and order.

UP Criminal Carrying Reward Killed in Police Encounter in Agra

UP Criminal Carrying Reward Killed in Police Encounter in Agra

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

A criminal carrying a reward of Rs 50,000 died following an encounter with police in Agra. The deceased, identified as Pawan alias Kallu, had a long criminal history including murder and extortion.

BJP chief Nitin Nabin to contest RS polls from Bihar

BJP chief Nitin Nabin to contest RS polls from Bihar

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

The BJP has announced its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections across multiple states, including Bihar, West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, and Haryana.

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.com25 Feb 2026

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.

Five Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Man in Odisha's Jajpur

Five Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Man in Odisha's Jajpur

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

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.

Congress Demands Apology from Kerala Health Minister Over Attack Claims

Congress Demands Apology from Kerala Health Minister Over Attack Claims

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The Congress party in Kerala has demanded an apology from Health Minister Veena George and the CPI(M) leadership for allegedly spreading false claims about an attack by KSU activists. The KPCC president alleges that the minister's claims led to violence against Congress offices and workers.

Modi makes history in Israel with Knesset's highest award

Modi makes history in Israel with Knesset's highest award

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the 'Speaker of the Knesset Medal' in recognition of his contribution to strengthening strategic relations between India and Israel, making him the first leader to receive this honor.

Nitish allows son to join politics, RS nomination likely

Nitish allows son to join politics, RS nomination likely

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, is set to enter politics, with a formal announcement expected from the JD(U). Party leaders express enthusiasm and anticipate a significant role for Nishant within the party.

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, which was not approved by the woman's family.

Pradhan Accuses TMC of Protecting 'Infiltrators' for Votes

Pradhan Accuses TMC of Protecting 'Infiltrators' for Votes

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accuses the TMC of objecting to the omission of names from electoral rolls due to fears of losing the 'infiltrator' vote bank in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly polls.

Delhi Excise Constable, Driver Kidnapped and Assaulted

Delhi Excise Constable, Driver Kidnapped and Assaulted

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A Delhi excise department constable and his driver were allegedly kidnapped, thrashed, and threatened at gunpoint by a group of unidentified men while investigating illegal liquor activities.

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.

Three Acquitted in 2015 Janakpuri Murder Case Due to Inconsistencies

Three Acquitted in 2015 Janakpuri Murder Case Due to Inconsistencies

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A Delhi court acquitted three men accused of a 2015 murder, citing material inconsistencies in the prosecution's case and unreliable witness testimonies.

Chargesheet Filed in Doctor Sexual Exploitation, Conversion Case in Lucknow

Chargesheet Filed in Doctor Sexual Exploitation, Conversion Case in Lucknow

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

A chargesheet has been filed against a former King George's Medical University resident and three others for the alleged sexual exploitation and religious conversion of a female doctor in Lucknow.

Karnataka Govt Assures Safety of Kannadigas Amid Middle East Conflict

Karnataka Govt Assures Safety of Kannadigas Amid Middle East Conflict

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has assured the safety of Kannadigas residing in the Middle East amid escalating conflict, directing officials to take proactive measures and operationalize a dedicated helpline.

Bengaluru Police Nab 16 Drug Peddlers, Seize 5.24 Crore Worth of Drugs

Bengaluru Police Nab 16 Drug Peddlers, Seize 5.24 Crore Worth of Drugs

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Bengaluru City Police arrested 16 individuals, including two women, for alleged drug peddling and seized contraband worth 5.24 crore. The Narcotics Wing of the Central Crime Branch made the arrests, seizing MDMA ecstasy pills, MDMA crystal, ganja, and hydro ganja. Nine foreign nationals overstaying their visas and allegedly involved in drug peddling were also taken into custody.

AIFF Opens Bidding for Club Competition Commercial Rights

AIFF Opens Bidding for Club Competition Commercial Rights

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has invited bids for the commercial rights of men's and women's club competitions, offering two packages for a minimum of 15 years starting from the 2026-2027 season.

Karnataka Urges Centre to Protect Stranded Indians in West Asia Amid Conflict

Karnataka Urges Centre to Protect Stranded Indians in West Asia Amid Conflict

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has urged the central government to protect Indians, especially Kannadigas, stranded in West Asia due to the ongoing conflict, assuring that all efforts are being made to ensure their safety.

Protests Erupt After Undertrial Prisoner Dies in Buxar Jail

Protests Erupt After Undertrial Prisoner Dies in Buxar Jail

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The death of an undertrial prisoner in Buxar Central Jail, Bihar, led to protests by family members and locals alleging foul play. The prisoner, Rajendra Kumar Singh, was lodged in jail for allegedly selling liquor. Relatives claimed there were injury marks on his body and alleged he was beaten to death, prompting demands for an investigation and action against jail officials.

Kerala Congress Alleges Conspiracy in MLA Heckling Incident

Kerala Congress Alleges Conspiracy in MLA Heckling Incident

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The Congress party in Kerala has strongly condemned the heckling of its MLA, T Siddique, during the inauguration of a government township project in Wayanad, alleging a conspiracy by the CPI(M). The party claims that hired individuals disrupted the event, and criticizes the Chief Minister's silence during the incident.

Who prepared the controversial NCERT textbook?

Who prepared the controversial NCERT textbook?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

An explainer on the process of how NCERT textbooks are prepared, in light of a recent controversy over a class 8 textbook chapter on 'judicial corruption' that led to a Supreme Court ban.

Nagpur Factory Blast: Negligence Suspected, Minister Says

Nagpur Factory Blast: Negligence Suspected, Minister Says

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Maharashtra minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule suspects negligence and safety lapses at SBL Energy Limited in Nagpur, where a blast killed 19. An investigation is underway to determine accountability.

Modi pays tribute to Holocaust victims at Yad Vashem memorial

Modi pays tribute to Holocaust victims at Yad Vashem memorial

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

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.

Iranians take to streets to mourn killing of supreme leader Khamenei

Iranians take to streets to mourn killing of supreme leader Khamenei

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

In the central Iranian city of Isfahan, residents gathered at Imam Square to protest the strikes and to mourn what state media termed the martyrdom of Ayatollah Khamenei. Demonstrators raised slogans including "God is great" as the airstrikes continued.

TMC to Connect with Voters in SC/ST-Majority Areas

TMC to Connect with Voters in SC/ST-Majority Areas

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has announced a 60-day mass outreach program targeting Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe-majority assembly constituencies in West Bengal, accusing the BJP of depriving the state of funds and disrespecting marginalized communities.

T20 WC: There's been a battle inside me to separate captain and batter, says Markram

T20 WC: There's been a battle inside me to separate captain and batter, says Markram

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Aiden Markram discusses his strategy for separating his captaincy duties from his batting in T20Is, which has led to improved performance in the T20 World Cup. He emphasises focusing on his role as a batter to contribute to the team's success.

I've learnt from watching greats like Kohli, Rohit: Sanju Samson

I've learnt from watching greats like Kohli, Rohit: Sanju Samson

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

'I've seen around 100 games and I've seen how the greatest people have finished the games and how do they change their game according to the game.'

Hashish oil worth Rs 225 cr seized in Odisha's Koraput

Hashish oil worth Rs 225 cr seized in Odisha's Koraput

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Police in Odisha's Koraput district seized hashish oil worth approximately 225 crore from a forest manufacturing unit. Over 1,800 litres of hashish oil were recovered, and equipment was confiscated. In a separate operation, 1,143 kg of ganja worth 5 crore was seized, leading to four arrests.

Man Allegedly Murders Parents, Grandmother and Sister Over Money Dispute

Man Allegedly Murders Parents, Grandmother and Sister Over Money Dispute

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A man in Uttar Pradesh, India, is accused of hacking to death four family members following a dispute over money. Police have arrested the suspect, while a family member alleges a different person committed the crime.

Kerala CM's Interaction with Landslide Survivor Sparks Political Debate

Kerala CM's Interaction with Landslide Survivor Sparks Political Debate

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's interaction with a young landslide survivor during a township inauguration has ignited a political debate, with CPI (M) leaders contrasting it with PM Modi's earlier interaction with the same girl.

200 on the Cards as India Face West Indies on Batting Belter

200 on the Cards as India Face West Indies on Batting Belter

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

India's virtual T20 World Cup quarterfinal against West Indies at Eden Gardens will be played on the same pitch that produced the tournament's first 200-plus total, with dew and spin likely to play key roles.

Parliament's lawmaking power absolute: SC on BNS sedition plea

Parliament's lawmaking power absolute: SC on BNS sedition plea

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The observations came from a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi which was hearing pleas questioning the validity of Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).