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Builder Arrested in Chhattisgarh for Odisha DMF Fraud

Builder Arrested in Chhattisgarh for Odisha DMF Fraud

Rediff.com5 days ago

Odisha Police's Economic Offence Wing (EOW) has arrested a builder from Chhattisgarh for his alleged involvement in swindling Rs 9.6 crore from the District Mineral Foundation (DMF) in Mayurbhanj.

Congress Alleges CPI(M)-BJP Deal in Kerala Election

Congress Alleges CPI(M)-BJP Deal in Kerala Election

Rediff.com3 days ago

Congress leader K C Venugopal has accused the CPI(M) and BJP of forming a nexus in the ongoing Kerala election, alleging a deal to help each other, while also highlighting the UDF's promises, including free bus travel for women and increased welfare pensions.

India U20 Women's Team Confident Ahead of AFC Asian Cup

India U20 Women's Team Confident Ahead of AFC Asian Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

India U20 women's team head coach Joakim Alexandersson expresses confidence in his team's progress ahead of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup in Thailand, highlighting improvements in ball movement, passing, and defensive organisation.

Odisha Rice Van Accident: Two Dead, Several Injured

Odisha Rice Van Accident: Two Dead, Several Injured

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A rice-laden van overturned in Odisha's Rayagada district, resulting in two fatalities and seven serious injuries. The accident occurred near Kachapaju village, and investigations are underway.

Elderly Woman Murdered Over Witchcraft Allegations in Birbhum

Elderly Woman Murdered Over Witchcraft Allegations in Birbhum

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A 70-year-old tribal woman was allegedly murdered in West Bengal's Birbhum district after being accused of witchcraft. Police have arrested five people in connection with the crime.

Bengaluru: Man on the Run After Allegedly Killing Wife in Domestic Dispute

Bengaluru: Man on the Run After Allegedly Killing Wife in Domestic Dispute

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A 45-year-old woman in Bengaluru was allegedly murdered by her husband following a domestic dispute. Police have launched a manhunt for the accused, who fled the scene after the incident.

Indian Archers Shine in Asia Cup Stage 1 Qualifications

Indian Archers Shine in Asia Cup Stage 1 Qualifications

Rediff.com20 hours ago

India's recurve and compound archers showcased their skills at the Asia Cup World Ranking Tournament Stage 1, securing top qualification spots in multiple events despite fielding a relatively inexperienced team.

Jasmine Shekar Takes Commanding Lead in Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour

Jasmine Shekar Takes Commanding Lead in Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour

Rediff.com5 days ago

Jasmine Shekar leads the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour after a strong third round, while Ridhima Dilawari remains in contention.

Key Member of Dhingra Gang Arrested in Delhi

Key Member of Dhingra Gang Arrested in Delhi

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Javed alias Kallu Dada, a 29-year-old member of the Sheikh Firoz alias Saiful alias Dhingra gang, who was wanted in connection with an armed assault case in Jahangir Puri.

Indian Companies Outpace Global Peers in AI Implementation, Reveals Deloitte Report

Indian Companies Outpace Global Peers in AI Implementation, Reveals Deloitte Report

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Deloitte report reveals that Indian enterprises are leading the world in large-scale AI adoption, but are facing a significant skills gap in AI expertise.

Indian Pickleball Association Sanctions Hyderabad Open as PWR 1000 Event

Indian Pickleball Association Sanctions Hyderabad Open as PWR 1000 Event

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Indian Pickleball Association has sanctioned the fourth edition of the Indian Open, to be held in Hyderabad, as a PWR 1000 event, marking a significant step for the sport in India.

Upset in Men's Doubles at National Table Tennis Championships

Upset in Men's Doubles at National Table Tennis Championships

Rediff.com5 days ago

The men's doubles competition at the 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships saw top-seeded West Bengal crash out, with Tamil Nadu's M.R. Balamurugan and Siddhesh Pande causing a major upset.

Russian air defences repel large-scale Ukrainian drone assault on Moscow

Russian air defences repel large-scale Ukrainian drone assault on Moscow

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Russian air defences reportedly intercepted and destroyed 250 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow over the weekend, according to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin. The drone attack led to temporary curtailment of operations at major airports in the capital.

Delhi Court: Lack of Witnesses Leads to Acquittal in Heroin Case

Delhi Court: Lack of Witnesses Leads to Acquittal in Heroin Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Delhi court acquitted two men accused of possessing heroin, citing the prosecution's failure to prove its case due to a lack of independent witnesses and contradictions in police testimonies.

Distressed Man Found Dead in Beed Sugarcane Field; Suicide Suspected

Distressed Man Found Dead in Beed Sugarcane Field; Suicide Suspected

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

The charred remains of a 60-year-old man were discovered in a sugarcane field in Beed, Maharashtra. Police suspect suicide due to the man's illness and mental distress.

Life Imprisonment for Two in Thane Fruit Seller Murder Case

Life Imprisonment for Two in Thane Fruit Seller Murder Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, sentenced two men to life imprisonment for the 2017 murder of a fruit seller in Mira Road over a monetary dispute. The court cited strong circumstantial evidence and established motive in the case.

Man Allegedly Poisons 'Friend' After She Refuses to Break Off Engagement

Man Allegedly Poisons 'Friend' After She Refuses to Break Off Engagement

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man in Faridabad allegedly poisoned a woman after she refused to break off her engagement to another man. Both are now in stable condition, and police have registered a case against the accused.

Chennithala Slams CPI(M) for 'Insulting' Former Leader, Dismisses UDF Deal

Chennithala Slams CPI(M) for 'Insulting' Former Leader, Dismisses UDF Deal

Rediff.com4 days ago

Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala criticises the CPI(M)'s treatment of former leader G Sudhakaran and discusses the UDF's support for him as an independent candidate.

Nearly 18,000 Young Adults Died of Heart Issues in Haryana Since 2020

Nearly 18,000 Young Adults Died of Heart Issues in Haryana Since 2020

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Haryana Assembly was informed that nearly 18,000 people aged 18-45 died due to heart attacks or heart failures between January 2020 and January 2026. The government stated that no survey was conducted to ascertain if these deaths had any correlation with COVID-19 infection or vaccinations.

Man held after jail guard assault and firecracker display in Thane

Man held after jail guard assault and firecracker display in Thane

Rediff.com6 days ago

A man has been arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, for allegedly bursting firecrackers outside a district jail and assaulting a constable who tried to intervene. Police are searching for two other suspects involved in the incident, which occurred during a celebration of the release of one of the men on bail.

Tribal Protest Over Arrests Disrupts Normal Life in Odisha's Rairangpur

Tribal Protest Over Arrests Disrupts Normal Life in Odisha's Rairangpur

Rediff.com4 days ago

Normal life in Odisha's Rairangpur area was disrupted due to a bandh called by the Mayurbhanj Adivasi Ekata Manch, protesting the arrest of 34 tribals following a clash with police during a protest on March 13. The bandh was supported by several political parties and tribal organisations, affecting shops, transport, and educational institutions.

Indian Court Annuls Marriage of Woman Married at Age 12

Indian Court Annuls Marriage of Woman Married at Age 12

Rediff.com3 days ago

A woman in Jodhpur, India, successfully annulled her marriage, which was solemnised when she was 12 years old, after a court battle, highlighting the ongoing issue of child marriage and the importance of legal intervention.

Jodhpur Woman Annuls Child Marriage, Resumes Education After Court Victory

Jodhpur Woman Annuls Child Marriage, Resumes Education After Court Victory

Rediff.com3 days ago

A woman in Jodhpur, India, successfully annulled her child marriage through a court battle, highlighting the ongoing issue of child marriage and the importance of legal intervention and social support.

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Illegal Call Centre Operations in West Bengal

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Illegal Call Centre Operations in West Bengal

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in West Bengal as part of an investigation into the operations of an alleged illegal call centre.

Election Commission Seeks Clarity on Attack at Shashi Panja's Home Before Modi Rally

Election Commission Seeks Clarity on Attack at Shashi Panja's Home Before Modi Rally

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Election Commission has requested a detailed report from Kolkata Police regarding the alleged attack on Trinamool Congress leader Shashi Panja's residence before a rally by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The initial police report was deemed incomplete, prompting the EC to seek further clarity on the incident, police response, and utilisation of central forces.

Private Water Supplier's Drilling Causes Breach in Mumbai Metro Line

Private Water Supplier's Drilling Causes Breach in Mumbai Metro Line

Rediff.com6 days ago

An unauthorised borewell drilling incident in Mumbai led to a breach in the Aqua Line Metro tunnel, prompting a police complaint and highlighting the importance of adhering to construction guidelines near the Metro corridor.

Harish Rana, India's First Passive Euthanasia Recipient, Passes Away

Harish Rana, India's First Passive Euthanasia Recipient, Passes Away

Rediff.com1 days ago

Harish Rana, the first person in India to be granted passive euthanasia, has died at AIIMS-Delhi after being in a coma for over 13 years. His case led to a landmark Supreme Court judgment allowing passive euthanasia and sparked discussions about the right to die with dignity in India.

Search Operations Launched in Rajouri, Doda and Poonch Following Terrorist Movement Reports

Search Operations Launched in Rajouri, Doda and Poonch Following Terrorist Movement Reports

Rediff.com6 days ago

Security forces have launched extensive search operations in Rajouri, Doda, and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of suspected terrorist activity, resulting in the recovery of illegal arms and ammunition.

Saurav Ghosal to Oversee Sporting Framework for World Premier Squash

Saurav Ghosal to Oversee Sporting Framework for World Premier Squash

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian squash star Saurav Ghosal has been appointed as the sports commissioner of World Premier Squash, a new global professional competition. He will oversee the league's sporting framework, including competition formats and player qualification.

Rajnath Singh Calls for Self-Reliance in Drone Manufacturing Amid Global Conflicts

Rajnath Singh Calls for Self-Reliance in Drone Manufacturing Amid Global Conflicts

Rediff.com6 days ago

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has emphasised the need for India to develop a robust drone manufacturing ecosystem, drawing lessons from recent global conflicts and highlighting the importance of self-reliance in drone technology.

Ahmedabad Driver Arrested After Elderly Man Clings to Car Bonnet in Viral Video

Ahmedabad Driver Arrested After Elderly Man Clings to Car Bonnet in Viral Video

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A 29-year-old man was arrested in Ahmedabad for allegedly driving recklessly while an elderly person was clinging to the vehicle's bonnet. The incident, captured in a viral video, occurred in the Nikol area.

Bomb Scare Disrupts Maharashtra Budget Session

Bomb Scare Disrupts Maharashtra Budget Session

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai was evacuated following a bomb threat received via email during the budget session, prompting security checks and a search operation.

Naxalite Apprehended in Nawada District, Bihar: Arms Cache Seized

Naxalite Apprehended in Nawada District, Bihar: Arms Cache Seized

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A Naxalite was arrested in Bihar's Nawada district, and a cache of arms, including an AK-47 rifle, was recovered from his possession.

Indian golfers ready for Australian WPGA Championship

Indian golfers ready for Australian WPGA Championship

Rediff.com7 days ago

Diksha Dagar will lead a strong five-member Indian contingent at this week's Australian WPGA Championship. Hannah Green, fresh off a major win, is also competing.

Delhi Court Grants Bail in Rape Case Due to Inconsistencies and Delay

Delhi Court Grants Bail in Rape Case Due to Inconsistencies and Delay

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Delhi court has granted bail to a 63-year-old man accused of rape, citing inconsistencies in the prosecution's case, a delay in filing the FIR, and the complainant's refusal to undergo a medical examination.

Vigilance Bureau Probes 150 Crore Discrepancies in Panchkula Municipal Funds

Vigilance Bureau Probes 150 Crore Discrepancies in Panchkula Municipal Funds

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Haryana's State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau has filed an FIR to investigate alleged discrepancies involving nearly 150 crore of Panchkula Municipal Corporation funds held in a Kotak Mahindra Bank branch.

Maharashtra Government Responds to IT Job Fraud Targeting Graduates

Maharashtra Government Responds to IT Job Fraud Targeting Graduates

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Maharashtra government has initiated action against those involved in an alleged job fraud targeting fresh graduates with the promise of jobs at Hinjewadi IT Park in Pune. The government is also working on regulations to address forced resignations and layoffs in the IT sector.

AIFF Women's Committee Alleges Lapses Led to Asian Cup 'Blunders'

AIFF Women's Committee Alleges Lapses Led to Asian Cup 'Blunders'

Rediff.com1 days ago

The All India Football Federation's women's committee chief, Valanka Alemao, has alleged procedural lapses by the body's technical committee led to a series of blunders during the national team's Asian Cup campaign, including ill-fitting jerseys.

Mephedrone Drug Manufacturing Unit Exposed in UP, Two Arrested

Mephedrone Drug Manufacturing Unit Exposed in UP, Two Arrested

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has dismantled a mephedrone manufacturing unit in Uttar Pradesh's Ambedkar Nagar district, arresting two individuals and seizing significant quantities of drugs and precursor chemicals.

Gurugram Woman's Death Sparks Poisoning Allegations Against Husband

Gurugram Woman's Death Sparks Poisoning Allegations Against Husband

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 23-year-old woman in Gurugram died under suspicious circumstances, with her family accusing her husband of injecting her with a toxin. Police have registered a dowry murder case and are investigating the matter.