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Twisha Sharma Death: Court Denies Bail To Husband, Police Offer Reward

Twisha Sharma Death: Court Denies Bail To Husband, Police Offer Reward

Rediff.com1 days ago

A local 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 family alleges dowry-related harassment and murder.

Telangana Human Rights Body Transfers Thousands Of Cases To Andhra Pradesh

Telangana Human Rights Body Transfers Thousands Of Cases To Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Telangana State Human Rights Commission has transferred over 9,300 cases to the Andhra Pradesh State Human Rights Commission after verifying records and determining they fall under its territorial jurisdiction.

Bengal to enforce strict loudspeaker curbs at religious places, events

Bengal to enforce strict loudspeaker curbs at religious places, events

Rediff.com5 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Shubhendu Adhikari has directed police to take strict action against the use of loudspeakers beyond permissible sound limits at religious places and events across the state.

Harshita Brella's Family Campaigns For Justice In The UK

Harshita Brella's Family Campaigns For Justice In The UK

Rediff.com3 days ago

The family of Harshita Brella, an Indian woman murdered in London, held a prayer meeting and are campaigning for justice in the UK. Her husband, Pankaj Lamba, is charged with her murder and remains on the run.

Twisha Sharma's Family Seeks Justice, End To 'Character Trial'

Twisha Sharma's Family Seeks Justice, End To 'Character Trial'

Rediff.com1 days ago

The family of Twisha Sharma, who was found dead in her marital home in Bhopal, has issued a public appeal for a transparent investigation into her death and an end to what they call a 'posthumous character trial'. They allege attempts to divert attention from the investigation by targeting her reputation.

How Football Is Transforming A Rajasthan Village

How Football Is Transforming A Rajasthan Village

Rediff.com3 days ago

In a Rajasthan village, over 100 girls are embracing football, transforming a barren field into a vibrant playground and chasing dreams once considered unattainable.

Dubai Based Man Masterminded Betting Fraud: ED

Dubai Based Man Masterminded Betting Fraud: ED

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has identified a Grenadian man based in Dubai as the 'beneficial owner' of a Delhi-based company involved in a large-scale betting, gaming, and cyber fraud-linked money-laundering operation in India.

Andhra's population push: CM announces Rs 30,000 for 3rd child, Rs 40,000 for 4th

Andhra's population push: CM announces Rs 30,000 for 3rd child, Rs 40,000 for 4th

Rediff.com3 days ago

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced incentives for families to encourage larger families and reverse the state's declining population trend.

Lucknow University Teacher Under Investigation After Allegations

Lucknow University Teacher Under Investigation After Allegations

Rediff.com4 days ago

Lucknow University has launched an inquiry and filed a police report against a teacher following allegations of inappropriate conduct with a female student and claims of leaking examination papers. The teacher denies the accusations, citing internal politics.

Union minister's son arrested in POCSO case hours after lookout notice

Union minister's son arrested in POCSO case hours after lookout notice

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bandi Sanjay Kumar's son, Bageerath, has been arrested in connection with a Pocso case. The arrest follows a complaint alleging sexual harassment of a minor. The case has sparked political reactions, with calls for the minister's removal to ensure a fair investigation.

Elderly Man Dies In Elephant Attack In Nawada

Elderly Man Dies In Elephant Attack In Nawada

Rediff.com7 days ago

An elderly man was trampled to death by a wild elephant in Bihar's Nawada district. The elephant also damaged several houses, causing panic among local residents. Forest officials are working to drive the tusker back into the forest.

Fire breaks out in Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express, rail traffic hit

Fire breaks out in Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express, rail traffic hit

Rediff.com2 days ago

A fire broke out in an air-conditioned coach of the Thiruvananthapuram-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district, prompting a quick evacuation of passengers. While no casualties were reported, the incident disrupted rail traffic on the Delhi-Mumbai route.

India Explores 2036 Olympic Bid During CWG Review

India Explores 2036 Olympic Bid During CWG Review

Rediff.com5 days ago

A meeting to review India's Commonwealth Games preparations included discussions on advancing the country's bid for the 2036 Olympic Games, with Gujarat's Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi participating online.

DDCA Employees Face Questioning In IPL Ticket Black-Marketing Probe

DDCA Employees Face Questioning In IPL Ticket Black-Marketing Probe

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police have issued notices to two employees of the Delhi and District Cricket Association as part of an ongoing investigation into an IPL ticket black-marketing racket.

NEET paper leak: Maha police question coaching staff among 6 in Latur

NEET paper leak: Maha police question coaching staff among 6 in Latur

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Latur, Maharashtra, have questioned six individuals, including coaching class staff, regarding the alleged NEET (UG) paper leak. The investigation follows a complaint that a mock test's questions mirrored those in the actual exam, leading to the cancellation of the NEET (UG) 2024 examination.

NEET paper leak: Beautician among two held in Maha; handed over to CBI

NEET paper leak: Beautician among two held in Maha; handed over to CBI

Rediff.com6 days ago

The police detained two persons, including a female beautician, from parts of Maharashtra on Wednesday for their alleged connection to the NEET paper leak case, officials said.

Lucknow University Professor Arrested For Allegedly Leaking Exam Paper

Lucknow University Professor Arrested For Allegedly Leaking Exam Paper

Rediff.com3 days ago

An assistant professor at the University of Lucknow has been arrested after allegedly making inappropriate phone calls to a female student and claiming to have leaked examination papers.

20 Kg Charas Seized Off Gujarat's Kutch Coast

20 Kg Charas Seized Off Gujarat's Kutch Coast

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Gujarat's Kutch district seized 20 packets of charas, each weighing one kilogram, from an island off the Jakhau port. The contraband is estimated to be worth Rs 2.5 lakh per kilogram in the international market.

Hybrid Mutual Funds Attract Rs 1.55 Lakh Crore in FY26 as Investors Seek Diversified Strategies

Hybrid Mutual Funds Attract Rs 1.55 Lakh Crore in FY26 as Investors Seek Diversified Strategies

Rediff.com3 days ago

Hybrid mutual fund schemes attracted significant inflows of Rs 1.55 lakh crore in FY26, a 29 per cent increase, as investors increasingly opted for diversified investment strategies to navigate volatile market conditions and geopolitical tensions.

TMC Claims Workers Attacked In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal

TMC Claims Workers Attacked In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal

Rediff.com4 days ago

The TMC has dispatched fact-finding teams to investigate alleged post-poll violence against its workers in West Bengal, accusing BJP-backed individuals of carrying out attacks and intimidation.

Conrad Sangma Calls For Action After Northeast Woman Assaulted In Delhi

Conrad Sangma Calls For Action After Northeast Woman Assaulted In Delhi

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has expressed his concern over the alleged assault of a woman from the Northeast in Delhi and called for stringent legal action against the accused.

Woman Dies After Dowry Harassment Allegations: Husband Arrested

Woman Dies After Dowry Harassment Allegations: Husband Arrested

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 24-year-old woman died in Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly due to dowry harassment by her in-laws. Her husband and father-in-law have been arrested, and an investigation is underway following a complaint by the victim's family, who allege murder.

Why Deepika Kumari Will Miss The Asian Games

Why Deepika Kumari Will Miss The Asian Games

Rediff.com1 days ago

Four-time Olympian Deepika Kumari, along with Atanu Das and Abhishek Verma, failed to secure a spot in India's archery squad for the Asian Games in Japan after a selection trial. Teenagers Kirti Sharma and Kumkum Mohod emerged as notable gainers in the women's recurve section.

How Modi's Praise Fuels Indian Women's Hockey Team

How Modi's Praise Fuels Indian Women's Hockey Team

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian women's hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne expressed gratitude and motivation after Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised his contribution to the sport during a visit to the Netherlands, highlighting the team's World Cup aspirations.

Did 10,057 free tickets cost Bengaluru the IPL final?

Did 10,057 free tickets cost Bengaluru the IPL final?

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Karnataka State Cricket Association's request for additional complimentary tickets led to the shifting of IPL final and playoff matches from the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, according to a BCCI source.

Trainer aircraft crash lands in Baramati months after Ajit Pawar plane tragedy

Trainer aircraft crash lands in Baramati months after Ajit Pawar plane tragedy

Rediff.com7 days ago

A trainer aircraft operated by a private company made a crash landing in Baramati, Pune district, Maharashtra, due to a technical snag. The trainee pilot, the sole occupant, escaped safely with no serious injuries.

Suvendu govt prioritises women's empowerment, welfare schemes

Suvendu govt prioritises women's empowerment, welfare schemes

Rediff.com6 days ago

West Bengal minister Agnimitra Paul announced the BJP government's commitment to women's empowerment and the continuation of welfare schemes. The 'Annapurna Bhandar' scheme will be accessible through an online portal, ensuring ease of application for all women in Bengal. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has directed officials to implement the scheme and free bus travel for women, while also assuring that existing social welfare schemes will continue.

Nikhat Zareen out of contention for CWG, Asian Games after shock loss

Nikhat Zareen out of contention for CWG, Asian Games after shock loss

Rediff.com5 days ago

Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen faced a surprising defeat at the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games trials, coinciding with widespread support among boxers for the reinstatement of the trial-based selection system.

Delhi University Stops St Stephen's Principal Appointment

Delhi University Stops St Stephen's Principal Appointment

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi University has instructed St Stephen's College to halt the appointment of a new principal, citing that the selection committee was not formed in accordance with the University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations, 2018.

Severe heatwave grips India, Banda in UP scorches at 48 deg C

Severe heatwave grips India, Banda in UP scorches at 48 deg C

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Large parts of India are experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring to dangerous levels. Authorities have issued alerts and health advisories as the heatwave intensifies across multiple states.

UP Men Held In Suvendu Adhikari Aide Murder Case

UP Men Held In Suvendu Adhikari Aide Murder Case

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Police in Kolkata have arrested three individuals from Uttar Pradesh in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The arrests mark a significant breakthrough in the investigation.

Professor Detained After Allegations Of Misconduct At Lucknow University

Professor Detained After Allegations Of Misconduct At Lucknow University

Rediff.com4 days ago

Lucknow University has launched an inquiry and police have detained an assistant professor following allegations of misconduct involving a female student, including claims of inappropriate conversations and offers to leak examination papers.

Bengal govt makes Vande Mataram mandatory in schools

Bengal govt makes Vande Mataram mandatory in schools

Rediff.com6 days ago

The West Bengal government has directed all state-run and aided schools to mandatorily include the singing of Vande Mataram during morning assemblies with immediate effect.

Nirbhaya again: Woman gang-raped inside sleeper bus in Delhi

Nirbhaya again: Woman gang-raped inside sleeper bus in Delhi

Rediff.com6 days ago

Based on the woman's statement, a first information report (FIR) has been registered and an investigation has been launched into the matter.

Four-year-old Punjab boy rescued from borewell after nine-hour operation

Four-year-old Punjab boy rescued from borewell after nine-hour operation

Rediff.com4 days ago

A four-year-old boy was safely rescued from a borewell in Punjab's Hoshiarpur district after a nine-hour operation involving multiple rescue agencies and local volunteers.

Man Dies After Road Rage Attack In Odisha

Man Dies After Road Rage Attack In Odisha

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A man was stabbed to death and another seriously injured in Odisha's Jharsuguda district following a road rage incident. Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the crime and are investigating further.

Kota Hospital Deaths: Infection Source Remains A Mystery

Kota Hospital Deaths: Infection Source Remains A Mystery

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The condition of three women remains critical after contracting a kidney infection following caesarean deliveries at a government hospital in Kota. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the infection, which has already resulted in two deaths.

Mulayam Singh Yadav's younger son Prateek Yadav dies at 38

Mulayam Singh Yadav's younger son Prateek Yadav dies at 38

Rediff.com7 days ago

Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and step brother of Akhilesh Yadav, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 38 after suddenly falling ill.

Why Indian Boxing May Shift To Performance-Based Selection

Why Indian Boxing May Shift To Performance-Based Selection

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian boxing is considering rewarding boxers who perform well at major international events like the Asian Games with direct entry to the Olympic qualifiers, according to women's head coach Santiago Nieva.

CBSE's abrupt 3-language policy for Class 9 sparks concerns

CBSE's abrupt 3-language policy for Class 9 sparks concerns

Rediff.com2 days ago

Educationists and parents are raising concerns about the CBSE's implementation of the three-language policy for Class 9, questioning the timing and preparedness of schools.