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Pakistani Court Sentences PTI Leaders for May 9 Violence

Pakistani Court Sentences PTI Leaders for May 9 Violence

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

An anti-terrorism court in Pakistan has sentenced 47 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders and supporters to 10 years in prison for their involvement in vandalism and violence during a protest in May 2023.

Dalit Cong leaders meet Mayawati, get party notice

Dalit Cong leaders meet Mayawati, get party notice

Rediff.com38 minutes ago

A delegation of Dalit Congress leaders faces disciplinary action after an unscheduled visit to BSP chief Mayawati's residence in Lucknow, coinciding with Rahul Gandhi's visit and raising questions about party authorisation and alliance dynamics.

Rs 13 Lakh Stolen In Thane House Break-In

Rs 13 Lakh Stolen In Thane House Break-In

Rediff.com3 hours ago

An unidentified person allegedly stole cash and valuables worth Rs 13 lakh from a house in Thane district, Maharashtra, after breaking in during the night.

Former Army Chief Naravane supports RSS leader's push for talks with Pakistan

Former Army Chief Naravane supports RSS leader's push for talks with Pakistan

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former Army Chief General (retd) Manoj Naravane has supported RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale's stand for fostering dialogue and people-to-people connections with neighbouring Pakistan, saying that such engagements are 'important'.

Security Forces, Maoists Clash In Jharkhand Forest

Security Forces, Maoists Clash In Jharkhand Forest

Rediff.com1 days ago

An encounter occurred between security forces and Maoists in a forest in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district on Tuesday morning. No casualties were reported in the incident, which took place during a routine combing operation in the Porahat forest near Kedabir village.

Kanpur Man Accused Of Murdering Daughters Attempts Suicide In Jail

Kanpur Man Accused Of Murdering Daughters Attempts Suicide In Jail

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 48-year-old man, Shashi Ranjan Mishra, jailed for allegedly murdering his 11-year-old twin daughters, attempted suicide inside the district jail in Kanpur by slitting his throat with a sharpened steel plate. He is now stable and an inquiry has been ordered into the incident.

Punjab Kings set eyes on WPL team

Punjab Kings set eyes on WPL team

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman has expressed the franchise's interest in owning a team in the Women's Premier League at some point, despite the BCCI's current stance against immediate expansion.

Maharashtra Sends Samples For Avian Flu Testing

Maharashtra Sends Samples For Avian Flu Testing

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Maharashtra health department is sending samples from poultry workers in Nandurbar district to the National Institute of Virology for human avian flu testing as a precautionary measure after a bird flu outbreak.

Jharkhand Authorities Investigate Jail Sex Abuse Allegations

Jharkhand Authorities Investigate Jail Sex Abuse Allegations

Rediff.com17 hours ago

A team from the Jharkhand State Legal Services Authority (JHALSA) is investigating allegations of sexual exploitation of a woman inmate at Birsa Munda Central Jail. The investigation was prompted by claims of abuse, pregnancy, and forced abortion, leading to calls for strict action and a high-level probe.

Medical Student Found Dead At Indore College Hostel

Medical Student Found Dead At Indore College Hostel

Rediff.com1 days ago

A postgraduate medical student in Indore allegedly committed suicide by jumping from the sixth floor of his hostel. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Biswajit Poddar Arrested In Land Grab And Extortion Case

Biswajit Poddar Arrested In Land Grab And Extortion Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Biswajit Poddar, also known as Sona Pappu, on charges of land grabbing and extortion. This arrest follows the detention of a senior Kolkata Police officer in connection with the same case.

Police Search TMC MLA's Homes Over BJP Worker Threats

Police Search TMC MLA's Homes Over BJP Worker Threats

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in West Bengal have launched search operations at the homes of TMC MLA Dilip Mondal following allegations of him making threatening remarks against BJP workers in a purported video.

Unidentified Man's Body Recovered From Delhi Canal

Unidentified Man's Body Recovered From Delhi Canal

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Police in New Delhi recovered the body of an unidentified man from a canal in the New Ashok Nagar area. The body was found floating in the Kondli Canal near Kondli Pul, and an investigation has been initiated.

Lucknow University Professor: No Evidence Of Exam Leak Found

Lucknow University Professor: No Evidence Of Exam Leak Found

Rediff.com2 days ago

A preliminary police inquiry into allegations that an assistant professor at the University of Lucknow leaked examination papers has found no evidence of any leak so far, officials said. The accused teacher, Paramjeet Singh, was arrested and remanded to judicial custody after allegations surfaced that he pressured a student and offered her a leaked paper.

Greater Noida Dowry Death: Postmortem Reveals Gruesome Injuries

Greater Noida Dowry Death: Postmortem Reveals Gruesome Injuries

Rediff.com1 days ago

The postmortem report of a 24-year-old woman, whose family alleged she was murdered over dowry demands in Greater Noida, has revealed a brain bleed, rupture of internal organs, and multiple contusions on her body.

Dalit Girl Commits Suicide After Harassment In Madhya Pradesh

Dalit Girl Commits Suicide After Harassment In Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Class 10 Dalit student in Madhya Pradesh's Niwari district committed suicide after allegedly being pressured by a man against whom she had filed a harassment complaint.

BCCI May Switch Under-23 Tournament To T20 Format

BCCI May Switch Under-23 Tournament To T20 Format

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering changing the national Under-23 men's 50-over tournament to a T20 format from the upcoming domestic season.

Prateek Yadav, Mulayam Singh's Son, Dies Aged 38

Prateek Yadav, Mulayam Singh's Son, Dies Aged 38

Rediff.com7 days ago

Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and stepbrother of Akhilesh Yadav, has died in Lucknow at the age of 38 after suddenly falling ill. Despite his family's political prominence, Prateek remained outside active politics, while his wife, Aparna Bisht Yadav, is a member of the BJP.

Groups Clash In Hyderabad Over Cattle Transportation Suspicions

Groups Clash In Hyderabad Over Cattle Transportation Suspicions

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two groups in Hyderabad clashed and pelted stones following an altercation over suspected cattle transportation in a truck. The incident occurred after local 'gau rakshaks' stopped the vehicle, but it was found to be carrying plywood instead of cattle. Police used mild lathi charge to disperse the crowd, and an investigation is underway.

Ebola outbreak: India boosts surveillance; experts say no need to panic

Ebola outbreak: India boosts surveillance; experts say no need to panic

Rediff.com1 days ago

Following the Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa, Indian authorities are closely monitoring the situation and reinforcing surveillance measures to prevent the virus's potential spread into the country. Health experts emphasise the importance of vigilance and preparedness.

Couple Assaulted In Odisha; Incident Sparks Outrage

Couple Assaulted In Odisha; Incident Sparks Outrage

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man and his female friend were allegedly assaulted with sticks by a group of people in Odisha's Berhampur city, triggering outrage after a video of the incident went viral on social media.

Criminal Injured In Sambalpur Police Encounter

Criminal Injured In Sambalpur Police Encounter

Rediff.com19 hours ago

A man wanted in several criminal cases was injured in an exchange of fire with police in Odisha's Sambalpur district. The injured man, Bunty Suna, is involved in multiple cases of firearms offences, robbery and dacoity.

Teacher Accused Of Punishing Students; Inquiry Ordered

Teacher Accused Of Punishing Students; Inquiry Ordered

Rediff.com3 days ago

An inquiry has been ordered in Mathura after a teacher at a private school was accused of subjecting two children to corporal punishment.

Parking Row Turns Violent In Delhi, Man Injured

Parking Row Turns Violent In Delhi, Man Injured

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 26-year-old man was injured, including suffering a bite wound, during a parking dispute in Delhi's Vivek Vihar area.

How AI and data are creating cricket's deadliest bats

How AI and data are creating cricket's deadliest bats

Rediff.com1 days ago

The shift towards power-hitting in cricket has led to a revolution in bat manufacturing, with makers using scientific precision and customisation to meet the demands of modern batters.

Twisha Sharma case: Husband denied bail, bounty declared for info

Twisha Sharma case: Husband denied bail, bounty declared for info

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Bhopal court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Samarth Singh, the husband of deceased model and actress Twisha Sharma, who was found dead in her home. Police have announced a reward for information leading to his arrest as the investigation continues.

New TN cabinet vows break from Dravidian-era governance

New TN cabinet vows break from Dravidian-era governance

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Following the swearing-in of C Joseph Vijay as Tamil Nadu's chief minister, the new cabinet has pledged a 'white paper' audit of all state departments and a 'zero-interference' policy in administration, signalling a significant shift in governance.

Dumper Truck Kills Four MGNREGA Workers In Andhra Pradesh

Dumper Truck Kills Four MGNREGA Workers In Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com3 days ago

Four MGNREGA workers were killed and two others injured in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, after a dumper truck hit them from behind on Saturday.

Jharkhand Police Crackdown: Eight Arrested In Narcotics Bust

Jharkhand Police Crackdown: Eight Arrested In Narcotics Bust

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jharkhand Police seized narcotics worth approximately Rs 50.30 lakh and arrested eight individuals across three districts in a coordinated operation targeting drug trafficking.

Tripura Police Probe Woman Displaying Cash In Viral Video

Tripura Police Probe Woman Displaying Cash In Viral Video

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Tripura have launched an investigation after a video surfaced online showing a woman displaying bundles of cash. Authorities are questioning individuals connected to the woman to determine the source and purpose of the money.

UN cuts India's 2026 GDP forecast to 6.4%, cites global uncertainties

UN cuts India's 2026 GDP forecast to 6.4%, cites global uncertainties

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The United Nations has revised downward India's economic growth forecast for 2026 to 6.4 per cent from an earlier 6.6 per cent, attributing the change to global uncertainties and economic shocks stemming from the ongoing West Asia crisis.

Ex-Servicemen Demand Fair Probe In Dowry Death Case

Ex-Servicemen Demand Fair Probe In Dowry Death Case

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Ex-servicemen in Bhopal rally, demanding justice for Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died due to dowry harassment, and seek a fresh post-mortem examination and transfer of the investigation outside Madhya Pradesh.

Bengal sanctions prosecution of RG Kar ex-principal in graft case

Bengal sanctions prosecution of RG Kar ex-principal in graft case

Rediff.com1 days ago

The West Bengal government has sanctioned the prosecution of Sandip Ghosh, former principal of R G Kar Medical College and Hospital, in connection with a case of financial irregularities. The decision follows a Calcutta High Court order and subsequent investigations by the CBI and Enforcement Directorate.

Lucknow University Professor Suspended For Alleged Student Harassment

Lucknow University Professor Suspended For Alleged Student Harassment

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Lucknow University has suspended an assistant professor following allegations of inappropriate behaviour and attempted enticement of a female student with a leaked question paper.

Kolkata Businessman Arrested In Land Grab Case

Kolkata Businessman Arrested In Land Grab Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Biswajit Poddar, also known as 'Sona Pappu', following an extensive interrogation related to a money laundering investigation. The probe is linked to alleged illegal land dealings and extortion activities in south Kolkata.

West Bengal Approves Prosecution Of Former Medical College Principal

West Bengal Approves Prosecution Of Former Medical College Principal

Rediff.com1 days ago

The West Bengal government has sanctioned the prosecution of Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, in connection with a case of financial irregularities.

Kerala Gears Up For New UDF Government Swearing-In

Kerala Gears Up For New UDF Government Swearing-In

Rediff.com3 days ago

Congress MP Shafi Parambil announced the swearing-in of the Kerala chief minister and council of ministers, marking the launch of 'Team UDF'. He highlighted the swift decision-making process and the commitment to fulfilling promises made to the people.

Court Denies Bail To Model's Husband In Dowry Death Case

Court Denies Bail To Model's Husband In Dowry Death Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Bhopal court rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Samarth Singh, the husband of deceased model and actress Twisha Sharma, in a case alleging dowry death and harassment. The police have announced a reward for information leading to his arrest, while the family of the deceased alleges foul play and demands a thorough investigation.

Govt's fertiliser subsidy bill may rise by Rs 70K cr in FY27

Govt's fertiliser subsidy bill may rise by Rs 70K cr in FY27

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's fertiliser subsidy bill is projected to increase by approximately 70,000 crore, reaching around 2.41 trillion in FY27, primarily due to rising import costs exacerbated by the ongoing West Asia crisis.

Students report glitches on CBSE Class 12 re-evaluation portal

Students report glitches on CBSE Class 12 re-evaluation portal

Rediff.com1 days ago

The CBSE has responded to complaints of technical glitches in its Class 12 re-evaluation portal, asserting that the system is functioning properly and attributing reported issues to login problems and weak internet connections.