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Himachal Pradesh: Five arrested for assault, forcing man to transfer money via UPI

Himachal Pradesh: Five arrested for assault, forcing man to transfer money via UPI

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Police in Himachal Pradesh have arrested five individuals for allegedly assaulting a man and forcing him to transfer money via UPI.

Budgam Man Faces Charges for Allegedly Inciting Unrest via Social Media Videos

Budgam Man Faces Charges for Allegedly Inciting Unrest via Social Media Videos

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man in Budgam district, Jammu and Kashmir, has been booked by police for allegedly circulating provocative videos on social media platforms, potentially inciting public unrest and disturbing communal harmony.

Battle Axe Division fosters drone tech advancements via Military-Civil Fusion initiative.

Battle Axe Division fosters drone tech advancements via Military-Civil Fusion initiative.

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Battle Axe Division of the Army's Southern Command organised an academia-industry interaction on drone innovation in Jaisalmer, promoting collaboration for emerging defence technologies.

Mourning Children Killed In US Strike

Mourning Children Killed In US Strike

Rediff.com1 days ago

Heartbreaking scenes unfolded in Minab, Iran, as mourners gathered to bid farewell to the victims of the Israeli strike on a school on February 28, 2026.

Stranded West Indies, South Africa players to leave India on Tuesday

Stranded West Indies, South Africa players to leave India on Tuesday

Rediff.com20 hours ago

The West Indies and South Africa cricket teams are scheduled to leave India after being stranded due to travel restrictions caused by the Middle East conflict following their T20 World Cup campaigns.

When US, Israel Attacked Iran

When US, Israel Attacked Iran

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

On Saturday, February 28, the United States and Israel launched coordinated military strikes on Iran marking a significant escalation in Middle East tensions.

Rajasthan Police Investigate Bomb Threats Targeting Post Offices

Rajasthan Police Investigate Bomb Threats Targeting Post Offices

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Rajasthan Police conducted thorough checks of post offices across the state following bomb threats received via email. No suspicious objects were found during the searches in Banswara, Bikaner, and Barmer.

Iranians Rally Behind New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Iranians Rally Behind New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Rediff.com8 hours ago

On Monday, March 9, Mojtaba Khamenei was appointed Iran's new supreme leader, succeeding his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Mayhem Continues In The Middle East

Mayhem Continues In The Middle East

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tensions escalated dramatically on March 5, 2026, as the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran, triggering retaliatory explosions across Tehran, Sanandaj, and beyond.

Amritsar Police Smash Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Operation

Amritsar Police Smash Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com3 days ago

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling operation in Amritsar, arresting six individuals and seizing weapons linked to Pakistan-based smugglers.

Man Accused of Leaking Navy Secrets to Pakistan Denied Bail

Man Accused of Leaking Navy Secrets to Pakistan Denied Bail

Rediff.com2 days ago

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, has denied bail to a junior service engineer accused of leaking sensitive information about warships and submarines to Pakistani nationals, citing the serious nature of the offence.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Ranbir, Alia & little Raha cheer for Team India!

T20 World Cup semifinal: Ranbir, Alia & little Raha cheer for Team India!

Rediff.com4 days ago

As India put on a powerful batting display in the second semifinal of the T20 World Cup at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, several prominent faces from cricket and Bollywood watched the action from the stands.

Iran moves closer to naming Khamenei's successor

Iran moves closer to naming Khamenei's successor

Rediff.com2 days ago

Quoting assembly of experts member Mirbaqeri, the report stated that while a "majority consensus over Khamenei's successor has been reached," the transition process is not yet fully complete as "some obstacles regarding the process need to be resolved."

Apple Introduces MacBook Neo With 13-Inch Liquid Retina Screen

Apple Introduces MacBook Neo With 13-Inch Liquid Retina Screen

Rediff.com7 hours ago

The MacBook Neo starts at Rs 69,900 for the entry version with 8 GB integrated RAM and 256 GB capacity, while the 512 GB model costs Rs 79,900.

Over 1,000 Indians stranded in Doha evacuated in 3 days

Over 1,000 Indians stranded in Doha evacuated in 3 days

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Qatar Airways operated a Doha-New Delhi flight on Monday on which more than 300 Indian passengers stranded in Doha travelled to India, the Embassy of India in Doha, Qatar, said on its X handle.

Gangsters Hold Mexico To Ransom After El Mencho's Death

Gangsters Hold Mexico To Ransom After El Mencho's Death

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Mexico experienced unprecedented cartel violence following the reported death of drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', in a military operation in Jalisco.

Australia grants humanitarian visas to five Iranian women footballers

Australia grants humanitarian visas to five Iranian women footballers

Rediff.com7 hours ago

The visas were granted to the five Iranian players after US President Donald Trump spoke to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese following reports that the players had requested asylum.

26 Countries US Bombed Since 1945

26 Countries US Bombed Since 1945

Rediff.com4 days ago

Since 1945, the United States has carried out aerial bombing operations in an alarming number of countries.

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.

T20 World Cup: Sakshi's Epic Jump Has Dhoni In Splits

T20 World Cup: Sakshi's Epic Jump Has Dhoni In Splits

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sakshi Singh Dhoni's over-the-top excited reaction became a huge hit with the fans on social media during the T20 World Cup semi-final between India and England at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai on Thursday.

Should You Invest In Multi-Asset Funds?

Should You Invest In Multi-Asset Funds?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Their assets under management (AUM) rose from Rs 1.04 trillion (January 31, 2025) to Rs 1.75 trillion (January 31, 2026), an increase of 68.3 per cent.

Israel warns Iran's next supreme leader will be targeted

Israel warns Iran's next supreme leader will be targeted

Rediff.com1 days ago

This threat comes as the assembly of experts in Iran has reportedly reached a majority consensus regarding the successor to the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to the Tehran-based Mehr News Agency (MNA).

Middle East conflict delays Windies, Zimbabwe teams' return from T20 World Cup

Middle East conflict delays Windies, Zimbabwe teams' return from T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 days ago

The West Indies and Zimbabwe cricket teams have delayed their return from India after being eliminated from the Twenty20 World Cup due to international airspace closures amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Middle East conflict delays Windies, Zimbabwe teams' return from T20 World Cup

Middle East conflict delays Windies, Zimbabwe teams' return from T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 days ago

The West Indies and Zimbabwe cricket teams have delayed their return from India after being eliminated from the Twenty20 World Cup due to international airspace closures amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

IIT Mandi Develops Real-Time Landslide Monitoring System

IIT Mandi Develops Real-Time Landslide Monitoring System

Rediff.com4 days ago

Researchers at IIT Mandi have developed a real-time landslide monitoring and early warning system that has been deployed in landslide-prone areas of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. The system uses machine learning and sensors to detect ground movements and provide early warnings to authorities and the public.

Kerala's KITE Launches 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' for Schools

Kerala's KITE Launches 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' for Schools

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) has published the 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' to ensure a secure digital learning environment and robust cyber defences for students in Kerala's public school system.

Mumbai Man Nabbed for Fake Railway ID Scam

Mumbai Man Nabbed for Fake Railway ID Scam

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 29-year-old man was arrested at Chinchpokli railway station in Mumbai for allegedly impersonating a railway employee and presenting a forged identification card to a ticket inspector.

Two CAs Arrested in Cyber Fraud Money Laundering Case

Two CAs Arrested in Cyber Fraud Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two chartered accountants have been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to a cyber fraud involving Rs 641 crore.

UAE consulate in Iraq hit by drone strike

UAE consulate in Iraq hit by drone strike

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The UAE consulate in Erbil, located in Iraq's Kurdish region, suffered structural damage in the aerial attack. Officials said there were no casualties.

Bomb Threat at Telangana High Court Turns Out to Be Hoax

Bomb Threat at Telangana High Court Turns Out to Be Hoax

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Telangana High Court in Hyderabad received a bomb threat via email, prompting a thorough search by police and bomb disposal squads. The threat was later declared a hoax, and an investigation is underway.

US missile strike targets school, homes in Iran: Report

US missile strike targets school, homes in Iran: Report

Rediff.com5 hours ago

A United States missile strike has reportedly hit an educational facility in Khomeyn in central Iran, according to a report by Al Jazeera citing Iran's Mehr news agency. The site was identified as the Dr Hafez Khomeyni School.

We will determine end of war: Iran responds to Trump

We will determine end of war: Iran responds to Trump

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Iran has issued a defiant response to United States President Donald Trump's claims regarding the conclusion of hostilities, asserting that it alone will 'determine' the end of military actions against American and Israel targets.

Man Held Over Gujarat Bomb Hoax Emails

Man Held Over Gujarat Bomb Hoax Emails

Rediff.com6 days ago

Ahmedabad police have arrested a man from West Bengal for sending hoax bomb threat emails to schools and courts in Gujarat.

Pak forces kill around 600 Afghan Taliban in ongoing border clashes

Pak forces kill around 600 Afghan Taliban in ongoing border clashes

Rediff.com1 days ago

Pakistan's security forces claim to have killed hundreds of Afghan Taliban operatives in an ongoing military operation along the border, launched in response to attacks on Pakistani locations.

'War Is Brutal. At Sea, Even More Brutal'

'War Is Brutal. At Sea, Even More Brutal'

Rediff.com3 hours ago

'India was not obliged to protect the Iranian ship.' 'Once the Iranian ship left Indian waters, she was on her own.' 'Guilt tripping India is wrong.'

PV Sindhu's Coach Narrowly Escapes Explosion at Dubai Airport Amidst Middle East Tensions

PV Sindhu's Coach Narrowly Escapes Explosion at Dubai Airport Amidst Middle East Tensions

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Indonesian coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama, who trains P V Sindhu, had a narrow escape after an explosion occurred close to where they were stationed at Dubai Airport while travelling to Birmingham for the All England Championships.

13 Iran troops killed in airstrike; toll rises to 787

13 Iran troops killed in airstrike; toll rises to 787

Rediff.com6 days ago

The strike hit the Kerman Air Base, located about 800 km southeast of Tehran.

Tehran, Lebanon Hit By Israeli Bombs

Tehran, Lebanon Hit By Israeli Bombs

Rediff.com2 days ago

US-Israel air attacks intensified on the seventh day of war, striking Tehran and other Iranian cities.

iPhone 17e: Price, Features & Storage Options Revealed

iPhone 17e: Price, Features & Storage Options Revealed

Rediff.com4 days ago

Apple has launched the iPhone 17e, combining sleek design with cutting-edge technology. From its advanced camera system to all-day battery life, this model aims to impress both casual users and tech enthusiasts alike.

Will India Face Oil Shock from Iran Crisis?

Will India Face Oil Shock from Iran Crisis?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Will rising tensions between US-Israel and Iran threaten crude oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz, putting India's fuel prices, imports, and economic stability at risk?