Saurabh Chandrakar, alleged kingpin of the Rs 6,000-crore Mahadev online betting app scam, has been granted to CBI custody for eight days by a special court in Raipur. Chandrakar was recently extradited from Oman and brought to Raipur. His defence lawyer raised objections regarding extradition laws, stating he was extradited for an ED case, not a CBI case. The CBI alleges the Mahadev app was a large illegal betting syndicate operating from outside India, routing proceeds via hawala and paying protection money. The case involves high-ranking politicians and bureaucrats, with former CM Bhupesh Baghel also named in an EOW FIR.
The Meerut district court has convicted Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla for the murder of Muskan's husband, merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput, in the sensational "Blue Drum" case. The court found them guilty of murder and body concealment, with sentencing to be announced in 15 days.
A jawan from the President's Bodyguard was critically injured after being shot in the head during a dispute over bursting firecrackers on Diwali in Baghpat. He underwent surgery and is in ICU. Police have registered an FIR against two villagers involved in the altercation.
Police in Baghpat have announced a Rs 10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of two absconding accused involved in the shooting of a President's Bodyguard (PBG) jawan. The incident occurred on November 8 during a clash over firecrackers, where the jawan, Saurabh, was hit in the head by a ricocheting bullet. He is currently stable.
A Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student was severely injured, losing vision in one eye, after allegedly being attacked with a meat cleaver by a fellow student. The incident, which occurred in the Barak Hostel, was reportedly over the victim's friendship with a woman student. Police have registered an FIR for attempted murder, and the university has rusticated four students pending an inquiry.
The Drishyam: The Conclusion team celebrated the film's success with a grand party, which doubled as a Diwali bash.
A Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student has been arrested for allegedly attacking a fellow student with a meat cleaver in the Barak Hostel. The victim sustained severe injuries, including loss of vision in one eye, due to the assault which stemmed from the attacker's objection to the victim's friendship with a woman student.
Saurabh Chandrakar, alleged kingpin of the Rs 6,000-crore Mahadev online betting app scam, has been remanded to judicial custody by a special CBI court in Raipur until November 19. Chandrakar, extradited from Oman earlier this month, was produced after his eight-day CBI remand expired. The CBI did not seek further custody. The Enforcement Directorate's application for a non-bailable warrant execution was dismissed, and they now plan to approach the PMLA court for his arrest in the money laundering aspect of the case.
India achieved significant success at the ISSF World Championships in Doha, securing a silver medal in the women's 10m air rifle team event and a gold medal in the men's 50m pistol team competition. Ravinder Singh also won an individual silver in the men's 50m pistol. Elavenil Valarivan reached the individual final but finished sixth. India currently stands second in the medal tally.
Four individuals were arrested in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly defrauding a Gurugram resident of Rs 1.90 lakh through a fake credit card reward points link. The victim lost money after clicking a fraudulent link, leading to a police investigation and the subsequent arrests.
The Allahabad High Court has admitted an appeal filed by Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, challenging their death sentence in the notorious blue drum murder case. The duo was convicted by a Meerut court for the murder of Saurabh Rajput and attempting to conceal his body. The High Court has fixed November 30 for hearing the appeal, where the convicts argue the trial court's verdict was illegal and based on circumstantial evidence without sufficient proof.
A Meerut court sentenced Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla to death for the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput, invoking the Mahabharata in its decision. The court deemed the crime "extremely cruel and grave," with the verdict bringing satisfaction to the victim's family and eliciting strong public emotion. Police had registered an FIR in March 2025, and the conviction came in September 2026 for the "blue drum" murder case.
The search for N Chandrasekaran's successor as Tata Sons Chairman has reportedly narrowed to Tata Steel CEO T V Narendran, Tata Sons Executive Director Saurabh Agrawal, and NSE MD & CEO Ashish Chauhan, with Chauhan emerging as a potential 'dark horse' candidate.
A Meerut court has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla to death for the murder of Muskan's husband, merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput. Rajput's dismembered body was found concealed in a cement-filled blue drum. The verdict, delivered after a 13-month trial, was welcomed by the victim's family, though it raises questions about the future of Muskan's infant daughter, Radha, who is currently in jail with her mother.
Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, sentenced to death for the murder of Muskan's husband Saurabh Rajput, spent a distressed first night in jail and are now preparing to challenge the verdict in the Allahabad High Court.
A Meerut court has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and her partner Sahil Shukla to death for the brutal murder of her husband, merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput, whose dismembered body was found concealed in a blue drum filled with cement.
Ten-month-old Radha's future is uncertain after her mother, Muskan Rastogi, was sentenced to death for the murder of her husband, Saurabh Rajput, in the 'blue drum' case. Radha has been living with Muskan in Meerut district jail since birth, and jail authorities state there will be no immediate change due to the appeals process. The case also involves questions about Radha's paternity.
Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, sentenced to death for the murder of Muskan's husband Saurabh Rajput, spent a distressed first night in Meerut jail. Both are preparing to appeal the verdict in the Allahabad High Court. Jail authorities are providing counselling and medical support, while the victim's family has expressed satisfaction with the verdict but refused to adopt Muskan's infant daughter.
Maharashtra, powered by Tanay Sanghvi's maiden fifty and a crucial last-wicket stand with Pradeep Dadhe, secured a 64-run first-innings lead against Bengal on day two of their Ranji Trophy Group C match. Despite being reduced to 64 for six, Maharashtra's lower order showed resilience to surpass Bengal's total of 143.
A star-studded evening as the cast of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 1 comes together for a grand screening in Mumbai.
A murder accused, Saurabh Singh, was injured in an exchange of fire with police in Patna, Bihar, on Sunday during a weapon recovery operation. Singh, who faces multiple murder and Arms Act cases, opened fire at the police team, prompting a sub-inspector to retaliate in self-defence. He was later hospitalised, and two firearms were recovered from the scene.
Indian general insurers are facing significant underwriting pressure due to increased claims from natural catastrophes, particularly floods, leading to higher combined ratios and widening underwriting losses for major players like New India Assurance, ICICI Lombard, and Bajaj General Insurance.
Delhi experienced its most polluted Diwali in five years, but the official air quality figures are under scrutiny. Several monitoring stations reportedly went offline during the peak firecracker period on Sunday night, leading to discrepancies between government and private agency data. Experts and opposition leaders have raised concerns about the reliability of the AQI tracking, with allegations of "data fraud" and calls for greater transparency and accountability.
Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed captain of Bihar's senior team for the initial two matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, starting November 14. Suraj Kashyap will serve as vice-captain. Sooryavanshi, known for his IPL and India T20I performances, will lead Bihar in Group B, with their first match against Saurashtra in Indore.
Three young cricketers from Beed, Saurabh Navale, Sachin Dhas, and Rishikesh Sonawane, have been selected for the Maharashtra Ranji Trophy squad, marking a historic first for the district. Their selection highlights their hard work and talent despite limited local facilities, inspiring future generations. Prithvi Shaw will captain the Maharashtra team.
Sixty Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress leaders have been suspended for failing to attend a Rahul Gandhi rally in New Delhi on November 1. The decision has caused significant discontent within the state unit, with affected leaders claiming personal emergencies prevented their attendance and alleging the action was unilateral and undemocratic, providing ammunition for the BJP.
Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, convicted in the sensational blue drum murder case, have appealed their death sentence in the Allahabad High Court. They argue the trial court's verdict, based on circumstantial evidence, was illegal and arbitrary, citing lack of concrete proof and procedural lapses. The High Court is expected to hear the matter next week.
Indian judoka Khushbu Rajakbhai secured a silver medal in the women's 63kg category at the Youth Olympic Games, becoming the second Indian judoka to achieve this feat. Swimmer Dhinidhi Desinghu also earned a bronze medal in the women's 100m freestyle. Khushbu's journey to the final was impressive, though she lost to a strong German opponent. Dhinidhi's bronze marks another significant achievement in her young career.
In Mumbai, 24-carat gold was priced at Rs 1.49 lakh per 10 gm, while 22-carat gold was at Rs 137,500.
Indian jewellers reported robust demand for gold and silver on Dhanteras, with gold sales by value estimated to increase by 15-20 per cent to approximately Rs 60,000 crore, driven by a recent drop in prices. However, volumes are expected to remain flat compared to last year due to overall higher price levels.
In the latest episode of The Rediff Podcast, Saurabh Sachdeva gets candid about the years of struggle and the lessons he had to unlearn to find his place in cinema.
Noel Tata, chairman of Tata Trusts, has challenged the resolution to reappoint N Chandrasekaran as the chairman of Tata Sons, citing procedural irregularities and a lack of proper agenda for the September 17 board meeting.
The Meerut district court has convicted Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla for the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in the high-profile 'Blue Drum' case. The court, after a 13-month trial, found them guilty, emphasizing the need for strict punishment in heinous crimes. Sentencing will be announced after 15 days, with the prosecution seeking maximum punishment.
Delhi captain Ayush Badoni scored an unbeaten 210, his second consecutive double century in first-class cricket, against Jharkhand in the Ranji Trophy. This achievement places him alongside Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir in an elite list of batters. Badoni's monumental innings, alongside Sumit Mathur's 150 not out, helped Delhi declare at 515, putting them in a strong position.
A 16-year-old Dalit girl died and her 21-year-old boyfriend is critically ill after they allegedly consumed a poisonous substance in Bareilly. The couple reportedly married in Nainital after the girl went missing from Shahjahanpur. Police are investigating the incident.
Three young cricketers from Beed, Saurabh Navale, Sachin Dhas, and Rishikesh Sonawane, have been selected for the Maharashtra Ranji Trophy squad, marking a historic first for the district. Their selection highlights their hard work and talent despite limited local facilities, inspiring future generations. Prithvi Shaw will captain the Maharashtra team.
The Meerut district court has found Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla guilty of the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in the 'Blue Drum' murder case. The court will announce the punishment after 15 days, with the prosecution seeking the maximum penalty for the heinous crime.
The Meerut district court has convicted Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla for the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in the sensational 'Blue Drum' case. The court emphasised the need for strict punishment in serious crimes, with the order on sentencing to be announced in 15 days. The prosecution presented 22 witnesses, detailing the gruesome dismemberment and concealment of Rajput's body in a cement-filled blue drum.
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections soared by 23 per cent year-on-year to over Rs 2.31 lakh crore in October, marking the second-highest monthly mop-up ever, primarily driven by robust festive buying and strong domestic demand.
The Meerut district court has found Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla guilty of the murder of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in the infamous 'Blue Drum' case. The verdict concludes a 13-month trial, with sentencing scheduled in 15 days. The prosecution successfully presented evidence detailing how the couple killed Rajput and concealed his dismembered body in a cement-filled drum.
