News for '-united'

Tanveer Singh Bajwa New President Of Ski And Snowboard India

Tanveer Singh Bajwa New President Of Ski And Snowboard India

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ski and Snowboard India (SSI) elected Tanveer Singh Bajwa as its president and Mohammad Arshad as secretary general following elections conducted under the supervision of an Election Officer in accordance with directions of the Delhi High Court.

DRI Busts Ivory Trafficking Ring In Mysuru

DRI Busts Ivory Trafficking Ring In Mysuru

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a wildlife trafficking syndicate involved in the illegal trade of Indian elephant tusks (ivory) in Mysuru, leading to the seizure of 4.058 kg of tusks and the apprehension of three individuals.

Zee Entertainment in talks to stream 2026 FIFA World Cup in India

Zee Entertainment in talks to stream 2026 FIFA World Cup in India

Rediff.com27 May 2026

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just weeks away, uncertainty over India's broadcast rights continues amid legal intervention and concerns over free-to-air access for football fans.

London Woman Charged With Murder After Body Found In Van

London Woman Charged With Murder After Body Found In Van

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 39-year-old woman from London has been charged with murder after a man's body was discovered in the back of a van in Leicester. Harinder Kaur is also charged with perverting the course of justice and will appear in court this week.

Army Apprehends Three Trying To Cross LoC Into PoK

Army Apprehends Three Trying To Cross LoC Into PoK

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian Army apprehended three individuals attempting to cross the Line of Control (LoC) into Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir. In a separate incident, a PoK resident was also apprehended after crossing the LoC.

'In Situation Room, to make final determination': Trump on Iran truce

'In Situation Room, to make final determination': Trump on Iran truce

Rediff.com6 days ago

In a development that could reshape West Asia's security landscape, US President Donald Trump announced Friday that he will convene an emergency meeting in the White House Situation Room to make a final decision on a broad, multi-part peace deal with Iran.

UK Sikh man's conviction sparks riots, scrutiny of kirpan laws

UK Sikh man's conviction sparks riots, scrutiny of kirpan laws

Rediff.com1 days ago

Large crowds gathered in Southampton on Tuesday evening as officers from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary stood in riot gear near the home of Vickrum Digwa, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for stabbing 18-year-old Henry Nowak to death.

Army Set To Boost Ballistic Missile Arsenal

Army Set To Boost Ballistic Missile Arsenal

Rediff.com18 hours ago

'DRDO has been directed to license missile technologies to the private sector.'

Delhi Police Bust Illegal Fake Protein Supplement Unit

Delhi Police Bust Illegal Fake Protein Supplement Unit

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a man and dismantled an illegal operation manufacturing counterfeit protein supplements in Rani Khera village. The arrest follows an investigation that began with the seizure of 150 kg of spurious supplements and counterfeit stickers earlier this month.

Auto Sales Surge In Punjab, Gujarat

Auto Sales Surge In Punjab, Gujarat

Rediff.com21 May 2026

About 181,750 units were sold in FY26 in Punjab, marking a 16.29 per cent year-on-year increase.

US Tightens Sanctions On Iran's 'Shadow Oil Economy'

US Tightens Sanctions On Iran's 'Shadow Oil Economy'

Rediff.com6 days ago

The United States has announced new sanctions targeting Iran's 'shadow oil economy,' accusing Tehran of using illicit oil revenues to fund the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its regional activities.

Backlift crucial for modern batters to thrive in all formats: Sachin Tendulkar

Backlift crucial for modern batters to thrive in all formats: Sachin Tendulkar

Rediff.com1 days ago

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar said adaptability is the key to succeeding across all formats of cricket, stressing that a batter's backlift plays a crucial role in adjusting to the demands of the game.

Delhi fire: Mother holding child among many who jumped to escape

Delhi fire: Mother holding child among many who jumped to escape

Rediff.com1 days ago

A devastating fire at a South Delhi bed-and-breakfast claimed at least 21 lives, prompting heroic efforts from locals who spread mattresses to save panic-stricken occupants jumping from the burning building.

Major Arms Cache Recovered In Anti-Naxal Operation

Major Arms Cache Recovered In Anti-Naxal Operation

Rediff.com7 days ago

Arms and explosives, along with manufacturing equipment, were recovered from a forested area along the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border during an anti-Naxal operation.

US-China Rivalry Enters New Phase

US-China Rivalry Enters New Phase

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Beijing summit may have reduced immediate diplomatic uncertainty, but it did not resolve the deeper structural contest between the United States and China. That contest appears likely to define the coming decade, notes Varun Arya.

Ronaldo and Portugal chase elusive FIFA World Cup title

Ronaldo and Portugal chase elusive FIFA World Cup title

Rediff.com2 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo, playing his 6th FIFA World Cup, headlines the Portugal squad that has a glittering supporting cast that includes Vitinha, Joao Neves, Bruno Fernandes and Nuno Mendes.

TACC, NUS Join Hands To Advance Material Science

TACC, NUS Join Hands To Advance Material Science

Rediff.com2 days ago

Graphite electrode maker TACC has signed an initial agreement with the Institute for Functional Intelligent Materials to collaborate in the fields of advanced materials science, nanotechnology, and related disciplines.

How 'Bromocriptine' Made A Champion

How 'Bromocriptine' Made A Champion

Rediff.com5 days ago

Glimpses from the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee finals, where precision, preparation and perseverance shaped a memorable contest.

Cabinet approves Rs 24,249 crore highway projects, including Odisha coastal road

Cabinet approves Rs 24,249 crore highway projects, including Odisha coastal road

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved national highway projects worth approximately 24,249.6 crore across Odisha, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar, aiming to enhance connectivity, reduce travel times, and stimulate economic growth.

Iran's nuclear dust can be turned over to US or destroyed: Trump

Iran's nuclear dust can be turned over to US or destroyed: Trump

Rediff.com26 May 2026

Trump's comment marks a shift in his repeated statements that Iran hand over its enriched uranium to the US as a sticking point of any potential deal.

'Job Market Is Collapsing Like Pack Of Cards'

'Job Market Is Collapsing Like Pack Of Cards'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'You have seen the retrenchments by big corporates in the IT industry because they are not getting enough offers.' 'MSMEs in the manufacturing sector are really struggling. They do not know what to do. They are not able to predict what will happen tomorrow.'

Crystal Palace down Rayo Vallecano to win Conference League title

Crystal Palace down Rayo Vallecano to win Conference League title

Rediff.com7 days ago

Crystal Palace claimed their first European trophy as Jean-Philippe Mateta's second-half goal secured a 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano in the final of the Conference League

Champions Arsenal end season on high; Man City lose

Champions Arsenal end season on high; Man City lose

Rediff.com25 May 2026

A summary of the concluding matches of the Premier League season on Sunday.

The Rubios Visit Taj Mahal, Amber Fort

The Rubios Visit Taj Mahal, Amber Fort

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Jeanette and Marco Rubio spent some time at the Taj Mahal in Agra on Monday, May 25, 2026 three days before the United States secretary of state turns 55.

West Asia crisis fuels EV boom, Tatas ramp up output by 50%

West Asia crisis fuels EV boom, Tatas ramp up output by 50%

Rediff.com6 days ago

"There is a sharp jump that we have seen in bookings of EVs... The jump, at least in our case, in just two months, it is about 2 to 2.5 times of what it used to be"

Nepal PM's 'encroaching' Indian land remark triggers controversy

Nepal PM's 'encroaching' Indian land remark triggers controversy

Rediff.com4 days ago

Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah addressed parliament on the ongoing border dispute with India, stating both countries have agreed to seek resolution through diplomatic means and expert consultation. Shah's remarks about Nepal also encroaching on Indian territories have sparked controversy.

Telangana Cyber Security Officer Arrested In Bribery Case

Telangana Cyber Security Officer Arrested In Bribery Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

A police inspector with the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe to protect the family and friends of an individual booked in a cyber fraud case.

Bajaj Finserv To Invest In AI, Tech Startups Over Five Years

Bajaj Finserv To Invest In AI, Tech Startups Over Five Years

Rediff.com7 days ago

Bajaj Finserv announced a strategic initiative to invest up to Rs 2,000 crore in artificial intelligence and technology-led startups over the next five years, along with a collaboration with IIT-Bombay for joint research.

How RCB Went From Nearly Men To IPL's New Dynasty

How RCB Went From Nearly Men To IPL's New Dynasty

Rediff.com3 days ago

How Andy Flower, Mo Bobat, Rajat Patidar and Virat Kohli transformed Royal Challengers Bengaluru from IPL underachievers into back-to-back champions and potential dynasty builders.

Draft US-Iran truce deal eyes Hormuz reopening, American troop pullback

Draft US-Iran truce deal eyes Hormuz reopening, American troop pullback

Rediff.com27 May 2026

As tensions in the Middle East approach a critical juncture, reports have surfaced regarding a draft memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran aimed at de-escalating the ongoing conflict, Iranian state media reported on Wednesday.

'You're f***ing crazy, saving your a**': Trump blasts Netanyahu

'You're f***ing crazy, saving your a**': Trump blasts Netanyahu

Rediff.com2 days ago

Trump's phone calls with Netanyahu came after Iran threatened to end the negotiations with the US over Israel's attacks on Lebanon. Netanyahu had said Israel would hit "terror targets" in Beirut if Hezbollah did not stop attacking Israel.

Ex-Kotak Mahindra Executive Arrested In Rs 145 Cr Panchkula Fraud

Ex-Kotak Mahindra Executive Arrested In Rs 145 Cr Panchkula Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a former Kotak Mahindra Bank executive, Pushpinder Singh, alleged to be the mastermind of a Rs 145-crore fraud involving Panchkula municipal corporation officials, bank employees, and private individuals.

'Conversation going on': Trump rejects reports of breakdown in US-Iran talks

'Conversation going on': Trump rejects reports of breakdown in US-Iran talks

Rediff.com2 days ago

US President Donald Trump has dismissed media reports suggesting that diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran have stalled, maintaining that dialogue persists despite intensifying geopolitical friction across the Middle East.

Grand Venice Mall Owner Arrested In Money Laundering Case

Grand Venice Mall Owner Arrested In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested the promoter of a Noida-based realty company in a money laundering case linked to alleged duping of home buyers.

US, Iran forces clash near Strait of Hormuz amid ceasefire

US, Iran forces clash near Strait of Hormuz amid ceasefire

Rediff.com7 days ago

Iranian media reported an exchange of fire between Iranian and US forces near the Strait of Hormuz, amidst a shaky ceasefire between the two countries.

Can Srini Pallia Revive Wipro?

Can Srini Pallia Revive Wipro?

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Wipro's challenge is not lack of ideas. In fact, some of its recent structural moves are arguably bolder than peers.' 'The problem is proving it can operationalise these bets faster and more consistently.'

Iran reopens majority of underground missile sites: Report

Iran reopens majority of underground missile sites: Report

Rediff.com3 days ago

Iran has restored access to a significant portion of its underground missile infrastructure following months of excavation and repair work, highlighting the limits of US bombing strategy.

BJP rigged vote counting in 177 seats, alleges Mamata

BJP rigged vote counting in 177 seats, alleges Mamata

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mamata Banerjee alleges BJP rigged the West Bengal elections and announces plans for a nationwide anti-BJP alliance. She also protests against post-poll violence and arrests of TMC workers.

Maharashtra FDA Arrests 33 In Food Adulteration Crackdown

Maharashtra FDA Arrests 33 In Food Adulteration Crackdown

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted raids across the state, arresting 33 individuals and sealing 27 establishments for food adulteration, selling banned gutkha, and unhygienic food production.

Karnataka Leaders Laud RCB's Second IPL Title

Karnataka Leaders Laud RCB's Second IPL Title

Rediff.com4 days ago

Karnataka's chief minister-designate D K Shivakumar and outgoing chief minister Siddaramaiah congratulated Royal Challengers Bengaluru on winning their second consecutive Indian Premier League title. Shivakumar criticised IPL organisers for moving the final match venue to Gujarat, calling it an injustice to Karnataka and alleging political motivation.