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T20 World Cup Final: Motera turns blue as '1.4 billion fans' roar for India

T20 World Cup Final: Motera turns blue as '1.4 billion fans' roar for India

Rediff.com1 days ago

The atmosphere in Ahmedabad ahead of the T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand is markedly different from the previous final, with Indian fans confident of victory. New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner acknowledges the overwhelming support for India while rallying Kiwi fans back home.

Gangtok police deploys drones for traffic management

Gangtok police deploys drones for traffic management

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Gangtok Traffic Police has introduced two high-tech drones to improve traffic management and public safety in the city. The drones will monitor traffic, identify bottlenecks, and assist in crowd management during public events.

Mumbai Stock Broker Threatened with Death, Rs 5 Crore Extortion Demand

Mumbai Stock Broker Threatened with Death, Rs 5 Crore Extortion Demand

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Mumbai stock broker received a death threat and a demand for Rs 5 crore from an unidentified caller using an international number, prompting a police investigation.

Student Rampage at Karnataka School Leaves One Dead, Several Injured

Student Rampage at Karnataka School Leaves One Dead, Several Injured

Rediff.com1 days ago

A class nine student allegedly attacked fellow students at a private residential school in Ballari, Karnataka, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused student.

Student Rampage at Karnataka School Leaves One Dead, Several Injured

Student Rampage at Karnataka School Leaves One Dead, Several Injured

Rediff.com1 days ago

A class nine student allegedly attacked fellow students at a private residential school in Ballari, Karnataka, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused student.

Paralympics open with message of unity amid Middle East conflict

Paralympics open with message of unity amid Middle East conflict

Rediff.com2 days ago

Games open in Verona with calls for unity amid wars and athlete absences

Shiv Sena (UBT) Functionary's Car Attacked in Akola

Shiv Sena (UBT) Functionary's Car Attacked in Akola

Rediff.com7 days ago

Unidentified individuals allegedly attacked the car of a Shiv Sena (UBT) functionary in Akola, Maharashtra, prompting a police investigation and condemnation from party leaders.

Wankhede Stadium to Honour Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji

Wankhede Stadium to Honour Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai will honour cricket legends Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji by naming a stand and gates after them.

YouTuber Murdered in Bhubaneswar; Three Arrested

YouTuber Murdered in Bhubaneswar; Three Arrested

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A YouTuber was allegedly stabbed to death in Bhubaneswar, leading to the arrest of three suspects. Police are investigating the motive behind the murder.

Car Drags Police Motorcycle for 5km in Mau, Constable Injured

Car Drags Police Motorcycle for 5km in Mau, Constable Injured

Rediff.com6 days ago

A police constable in Mau, Uttar Pradesh, was injured when a car allegedly rammed his motorcycle and dragged it for approximately 5 km while attempting to flee. Police have seized the vehicle and are searching for the driver.

Delhi Police Increase Security for Holi Festival

Delhi Police Increase Security for Holi Festival

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Delhi Police have heightened security measures for Holi, deploying over 15,000 personnel to maintain law and order and curb traffic violations, including drunken driving.

Watch: Step Inside Sonakshi-Zaheer's Home

Watch: Step Inside Sonakshi-Zaheer's Home

Rediff.com5 days ago

In yet another beautiful episode of Asian Paints' Where the Heart Is Season 9, we get to step inside yet another gorgeous celebrity home. And this time, It's Sonakshi Sinha's spacious, sea-facing Mumbai penthouse, which she shares with husband Zaheer Iqbal.

T20 World Cup Final: Ahmedabad Turns Into A Pressure Cooker

T20 World Cup Final: Ahmedabad Turns Into A Pressure Cooker

Rediff.com1 days ago

Superstition is likely to rule the day with many believing that a small movement could result in the fall of a wicket.

The Girl From Bhandup Who Became Ms Universe USA

The Girl From Bhandup Who Became Ms Universe USA

Rediff.com2 hours ago

'Don't let the world put you in a box. If the world tries to put you in a box, don't stay in it. Step out of it. And if you have to, burn that box completely,' says Siddhata Patil.

After Keralam, chorus for renaming Delhi, West Bengal

After Keralam, chorus for renaming Delhi, West Bengal

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged the central government to approve West Bengal's request to rename the state, following the approval of a similar proposal for Kerala.

TMC makes U-turn, to back no-confidence motion against LS speaker

TMC makes U-turn, to back no-confidence motion against LS speaker

Rediff.com2 days ago

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday described Om Birla as an outstanding Member of Parliament and "excellent" Speaker of the Lok Sabha, praising him for functioning above party lines and carrying everyone along while presiding over the House.

The Akshay Kumar You Don't Know

The Akshay Kumar You Don't Know

Rediff.com5 days ago

The mood shifted the moment someone said, 'Akshay sir is outside.' And there he was, not in a tailored suit under dramatic lighting, but in casual, loose-fitting shirt and track pants, and sneakers, smiling like a college kid. Mayur Sanap reports from the Wheel Of Fortune set.

Bengaluru Man Dies by Suicide After Allegedly Killing Wife

Bengaluru Man Dies by Suicide After Allegedly Killing Wife

Rediff.com7 days ago

A man in Bengaluru allegedly killed his wife following a domestic dispute and then died by suicide. The couple, originally from Odisha, were found dead in their rented home in Anekal taluk. Police investigation revealed a fight preceded the wife's death, after which the husband recorded a video and left a suicide note before taking his own life.

Delhi Police Arrest Man in Shalimar Bagh Attempted Murder Case

Delhi Police Arrest Man in Shalimar Bagh Attempted Murder Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a 21-year-old man in connection with an attempted murder case in Shalimar Bagh, following a knife attack on two teenage brothers at a school.

25 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested In Mumbai

25 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested In Mumbai

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Investigations reveal that many of them had been residing in the country for the past six to eight years.

Mumbai student arrested for sharing terrorist propaganda

Mumbai student arrested for sharing terrorist propaganda

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Mumbai engineering student has been arrested by the Maharashtra ATS for allegedly sharing terrorist propaganda online related to banned organisations like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Islamic State, raising concerns about online radicalisation.

Qatar halts LNG production amid Iran attack, supply to India disrupted

Qatar halts LNG production amid Iran attack, supply to India disrupted

Rediff.com5 days ago

Qatar has halted liquefied natural gas (LNG) production after its facilities came under attack amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, disrupting supplies to India and squeezing feedstock availability for key domestic sectors.

Charter Arranged After Sammy's Plea for Update

Charter Arranged After Sammy's Plea for Update

Rediff.com4 days ago

The West Indies cricket team remains stranded in India due to international airspace restrictions following the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, causing frustration among players and officials.

Banerjee Alleges BJP Plot to Divide Bengal Through Voter Deletions

Banerjee Alleges BJP Plot to Divide Bengal Through Voter Deletions

Rediff.com2 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of manipulating voter rolls to divide the state, alleging a conspiracy to deprive Bengali-speaking people of their voting rights. She claims the Election Commission is complicit in deleting lakhs of names from voter lists.

Patna Police Nab Three in Separate Cyber Fraud Operations

Patna Police Nab Three in Separate Cyber Fraud Operations

Rediff.com7 days ago

Patna Police arrested three individuals in two separate cyber fraud cases, involving share market investment scams and mule account operations.

Engineering Student Held for Sharing Terror Propaganda

Engineering Student Held for Sharing Terror Propaganda

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Maharashtra ATS has arrested an engineering student from Mumbai for allegedly sharing online propaganda material linked to banned terrorist organisations. Two other individuals are also under investigation.

Migrant Workers Held in Kochi for Ganja Possession

Migrant Workers Held in Kochi for Ganja Possession

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Police in Kochi arrested five migrant workers from West Bengal and seized 30 kilograms of ganja from them at Puthencruz.

How the Open Quantum Institute Plans to Make Quantum Computing Accessible to All

How the Open Quantum Institute Plans to Make Quantum Computing Accessible to All

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Open Quantum Institute (OQI), a joint initiative by Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA) and CERN, aims to ensure equitable access to quantum computing when it becomes widely available, fostering international cooperation and addressing societal implications.

Austin Shooting Leaves Three Dead, Several Injured

Austin Shooting Leaves Three Dead, Several Injured

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A shooting at a nightlife venue in Austin, Texas, resulted in three deaths, including the gunman, and numerous injuries. The motive is currently unknown and the FBI is involved in the investigation.

Khamenei killing: 14 injured in J-K protests; curbs on convoy movement

Khamenei killing: 14 injured in J-K protests; curbs on convoy movement

Rediff.com7 days ago

Protests erupted in Kashmir following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, leading to restrictions on movement and mobile internet speeds.

HC says no to drivers' plea for namaaz near Mumbai airport

HC says no to drivers' plea for namaaz near Mumbai airport

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Bombay high court has refused to grant relief to taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers seeking to offer namaaz near the Mumbai airport, citing security concerns.

Tremors trigger panic in Kolkata after quake in Bangladesh

Tremors trigger panic in Kolkata after quake in Bangladesh

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Earthquake tremors were felt in Kolkata and adjacent districts of West Bengal after a 5.5 magnitude earthquake jolted parts of Bangladesh. People rushed out of buildings in panic, but there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

YouTuber Killed in Bhubaneswar Stabbing Incident

YouTuber Killed in Bhubaneswar Stabbing Incident

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A 32-year-old YouTuber was allegedly stabbed to death in Bhubaneswar following a minor altercation. Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the incident.

What Makes Sanju 'Chetta' Kerala's Darling

What Makes Sanju 'Chetta' Kerala's Darling

Rediff.com6 days ago

Whenever he has played a match-winning knock, the pride in Malayalees travels faster than the fastest delivery in world cricket.

Indian-American student among 4 killed in US shooting

Indian-American student among 4 killed in US shooting

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 21-year-old Indian-American student, Savitha Shan, was among four people killed in a shooting in Austin, Texas. The incident is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism due to evidence found at the scene and the suspect's residence.

Strict curbs in Kashmir as protests over Iran continue

Strict curbs in Kashmir as protests over Iran continue

Rediff.com6 days ago

Protests erupted in Jammu and Kashmir following events in Iran, leading to heightened security measures and appeals for peace.

Snoop Dogg sends Swansea crowd into a frenzy

Snoop Dogg sends Swansea crowd into a frenzy

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

American rapper and producer Snoop Dogg received a guard of honour and was greeted with twirling white towels on Tuesday on his first visit to Swansea City since becoming an investor with the Welsh side last year.

RS polls: Sharad Pawar to get fresh term; BJP fields 4 nominees in Maha

RS polls: Sharad Pawar to get fresh term; BJP fields 4 nominees in Maha

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Congress party has announced its support for Nationalist Congress Party (SP) chief Sharad Pawar as the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Maharashtra.

Kerala Police Officials Suspended After Custodial Torture Allegations

Kerala Police Officials Suspended After Custodial Torture Allegations

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Four police officials in Kerala have been suspended following allegations of custodial torture of two suspects in a motorcycle theft case. An inquiry revealed that arrest procedures were not properly followed.

8 killed in Iranian missile attack on Israel; UAE port targeted

8 killed in Iranian missile attack on Israel; UAE port targeted

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Expanding the scope of hostilities, Zayed Port in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, was also targeted by missile strikes launched by Iran, according to a report by the Iranian state broadcaster, Press TV.