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'Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran': US

'Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran': US

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Despite the escalation in US military action, the War Secretary noted that Iran's missile response has declined in the last 24 hours.

Karur stampede: CBI to quiz TVK chief Vijay again on Sunday

Karur stampede: CBI to quiz TVK chief Vijay again on Sunday

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The CBI has summoned actor Vijay for questioning in connection with the 2025 Karur stampede case, which resulted in numerous fatalities and injuries. The investigation follows a Supreme Court order emphasizing impartiality and thoroughness.

'US Won't Repeat China Trade Mistake With India'

'US Won't Repeat China Trade Mistake With India'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'India should understand that we are not going to make the same mistakes with India that we made with China 20 years ago.'

Vimal Kumar Hails Lakshya Sen's 'Bravest' Performance at All England Open

Vimal Kumar Hails Lakshya Sen's 'Bravest' Performance at All England Open

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former mentor Vimal Kumar praises Lakshya Sen's resilience and courage in reaching the All England Open final, highlighting his determination despite physical challenges.

Etah Road Accidents: Uncle-Nephew Duo Among Three Killed

Etah Road Accidents: Uncle-Nephew Duo Among Three Killed

Rediff.com4 days ago

Three people were killed and one infant injured in two separate road accidents in the Etah district of Uttar Pradesh, India. The incidents involved a hit-and-run and a motorcycle accident.

India Coach Gautam Gambhir Dedicates T20 World Cup Victory To These Two Greats

India Coach Gautam Gambhir Dedicates T20 World Cup Victory To These Two Greats

Rediff.com2 days ago

Head coach Gautam Gambhir dedicated India's T20 World Cup victory to Rahul Dravid and V V S Laxman.

More Arrests Made in Delhi Holi Clash Case; Police Warn Against Misinformation

More Arrests Made in Delhi Holi Clash Case; Police Warn Against Misinformation

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested seven more people and apprehended a minor in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families in Uttam Nagar on Holi. The police are also warning against the spread of AI-generated misinformation about the incident.

Ishan Kishan Hopes T20 WC Success Inspires Young Cricketers

Ishan Kishan Hopes T20 WC Success Inspires Young Cricketers

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ishan Kishan hopes his impressive run in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup will inspire young cricketers after finishing as India's second-highest run-scorer in the title-winning campaign.

Jasprit Bumrah to focus on ODIs ahead of 2027 World Cup

Jasprit Bumrah to focus on ODIs ahead of 2027 World Cup

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Bumrah Workload: With focus on 2027 World Cup, pace spearhead to play more ODIs than T20Is

Youth Arrested in Meerut for Alleged Murder of Aunt

Youth Arrested in Meerut for Alleged Murder of Aunt

Rediff.com6 days ago

An 18-year-old has been arrested for allegedly shooting his aunt dead in Ganeshpur village, Meerut, following frequent arguments.

Kerala Opposition Questions CM's Silence on Minister's Allegations

Kerala Opposition Questions CM's Silence on Minister's Allegations

Rediff.com19 hours ago

The Leader of Opposition in Kerala is demanding answers from the Chief Minister regarding allegations against Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar made by his wife, questioning the government's commitment to women's safety.

Main Contractor Arrested After Fatal Janakpuri Pit Incident

Main Contractor Arrested After Fatal Janakpuri Pit Incident

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested the main contractor responsible for the unsecured sewage pit in Janakpuri, which led to the death of a 25-year-old bank employee last month. The contractor, Himanshu Gupta, was apprehended in Udaipur, Rajasthan, after a month-long search.

Maharashtra Sees Drop in Dowry Crimes Amidst Increased Vigilance

Maharashtra Sees Drop in Dowry Crimes Amidst Increased Vigilance

Rediff.com2 days ago

Maharashtra Minister Pankaj Bhoyar reports a decline in dowry-related crimes over the past five years, attributing it to intensified government efforts through vigilance committees and special probe teams.

Matter to unveil 2 new e-mobikes in 2 years

Matter to unveil 2 new e-mobikes in 2 years

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

At present, e-mobike penetration in India is close to negligible, unlike the scooter segment, where electric scooters account for nearly 20 per cent of sales.

Sindhu Pulls Out of Swiss Open; Prannoy, Srikanth to Lead Indian Challenge

Sindhu Pulls Out of Swiss Open; Prannoy, Srikanth to Lead Indian Challenge

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two-time Olympic medallist P V Sindhu will miss the Swiss Open as she recovers from travel disruptions in Dubai. H S Prannoy and Kidambi Srikanth will lead the Indian challenge.

London Surgeon Completes First UK Remote Robotic Surgeries in Gibraltar

London Surgeon Completes First UK Remote Robotic Surgeries in Gibraltar

Rediff.com4 days ago

A London-based surgeon of Indian origin has made medical history by successfully completing the UK's first remote robotic surgeries on patients in Gibraltar, approximately 2,400 km away.

Punjab Murder Suspect Apprehended in Maharashtra After Tip-Off

Punjab Murder Suspect Apprehended in Maharashtra After Tip-Off

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 34-year-old man, wanted in connection with a murder in Punjab, was arrested in a joint operation by the police in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra.

Family Demands Justice After Holi Clash Claims Life of Delhi Digital Marketing Student

Family Demands Justice After Holi Clash Claims Life of Delhi Digital Marketing Student

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 26-year-old man, Tarun, died following a clash during Holi celebrations in Delhi's Uttam Nagar. His family is demanding strict action against the accused, stating the incident was triggered by a minor dispute.

IPL schedule suspense to end soon

IPL schedule suspense to end soon

Rediff.com1 days ago

Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Devajit Saikia said the first 20-day schedule of the Indian Premier League 2026 season will be announced in two to three days, with the tournament set to begin on March 28.

Rivalry Turns Deadly: Arrests Made in Jahangirpuri Murder Case

Rivalry Turns Deadly: Arrests Made in Jahangirpuri Murder Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a man and apprehended a juvenile in connection with the murder of an 18-year-old in Jahangirpuri, following a violent clash between rival groups.

Scrap Dealer Found Dead in Faridabad; Three Arrested

Scrap Dealer Found Dead in Faridabad; Three Arrested

Rediff.com17 hours ago

A 31-year-old scrap tools dealer from Delhi was found murdered in Faridabad after going missing with a large sum of money. Police have arrested three men in connection with the crime, which appears to be linked to a monetary dispute.

Haryana Irrigation Officials Sentenced in Corruption Case

Haryana Irrigation Officials Sentenced in Corruption Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Gurugram court has sentenced an irrigation department executive engineer and a computer operator to four years' imprisonment each in a corruption case registered by the Anti-Corruption Bureau in December 2022.

Delhi Man Killed by Train While Pursuing Mobile Phone Thief

Delhi Man Killed by Train While Pursuing Mobile Phone Thief

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 22-year-old man was killed by a train in Delhi while chasing a snatcher who allegedly stole his mobile phone. Police are investigating the incident and reviewing CCTV footage to identify the suspect.

FMCG growth slows in Q3 as GST transition impacts pricing

FMCG growth slows in Q3 as GST transition impacts pricing

Rediff.com5 days ago

A NielsenIQ report indicates that the FMCG industry's sales growth moderated to 7.8% in the December quarter of 2025, with volume growth also dipping due to GST rationalisation and a high base from the previous year's festival season.

T20 World Cup: Dhoni's Sweet Message For 'Coach Sahab'

T20 World Cup: Dhoni's Sweet Message For 'Coach Sahab'

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's T20 World Cup triumph compelled the usually social media shy Mahendra Singh Dhoni to post on Instagram after a nearly two-year hiatus.

Ex-Serviceman and Brother Found Dead in Faridabad Car: Police Investigate

Ex-Serviceman and Brother Found Dead in Faridabad Car: Police Investigate

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two brothers, one a retired army personnel, were found dead inside a parked car in Faridabad. Police are investigating the cause of death.

Smriti Mandhana solidifies top spot in ODI batting charts; Jemimah drops to 12th

Smriti Mandhana solidifies top spot in ODI batting charts; Jemimah drops to 12th

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Smriti Mandhana retains her top position in the latest women's ODI batting rankings, while New Zealand players make significant gains after strong performances against Zimbabwe.

CBI Arrests Long-Absconding Suspect in Rajasthan Double Murder Case

CBI Arrests Long-Absconding Suspect in Rajasthan Double Murder Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

The CBI has arrested Paras Ram, a proclaimed offender wanted in connection with the 2010 murder of relatives of an additional sessions judge in Rajasthan, after a 16-year manhunt.

Rashtra Sevika Samiti Chief on Reasons for Continued Women's Safety Concerns

Rashtra Sevika Samiti Chief on Reasons for Continued Women's Safety Concerns

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief V Shantha Kumari highlights the erosion of traditional values and delays in legal action as key factors contributing to ongoing concerns about women's safety in India.

Which Celeb Bride Rocked The Wedding Outfit? VOTE

Which Celeb Bride Rocked The Wedding Outfit? VOTE

Rediff.com1 days ago

From custom-made saris to designer lehengas, star brides have been serving major wedding fashion goals lately.

Gurugram Police Arrest Two in Civil Hospital Acid Attack Case

Gurugram Police Arrest Two in Civil Hospital Acid Attack Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

Gurugram Police have arrested two individuals, including a woman, in connection with an acid attack on a patient at the Civil Hospital. The incident occurred after a man assaulted his live-in partner, who was then attacked with toilet cleaner by another woman who mistook her for her husband's girlfriend.

Argument Over T20 World Cup Celebrations Turns Fatal in Bihar

Argument Over T20 World Cup Celebrations Turns Fatal in Bihar

Rediff.com1 days ago

A teenager in Bihar, India, died after an argument with a friend during a viewing of the ICC T20 World Cup final. The dispute escalated into a physical altercation, resulting in fatal injuries.

MACT Awards 24 Lakh Compensation in 2010 Tanker Accident Case

MACT Awards 24 Lakh Compensation in 2010 Tanker Accident Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded 24.05 lakh compensation to the family of a tanker driver who died in a road accident in 2010. The insurance company's claim that the petition was time-barred was dismissed.

Agarkar's Big Calls Shape India's White-Ball Success

Agarkar's Big Calls Shape India's White-Ball Success

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ajit Agarkar's tenure as India's chief selector has been defined by bold decisions, tough calls and India reaching multiple ICC finals during his three-year stint.

Petrol Prices Stay Put For Now

Petrol Prices Stay Put For Now

Rediff.com1 days ago

If the conflict continues for a prolonged period, State-run oil companies may have to review retail fuel prices accordingly.

Woman Beaten to Death in Kasganj, UP

Woman Beaten to Death in Kasganj, UP

Rediff.com5 days ago

A woman was fatally assaulted in her home in Uttar Pradesh by her brother-in-law and other family members while her young son witnessed the attack.

India Look to Secure Semifinal Berth in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

India Look to Secure Semifinal Berth in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com1 days ago

India needs at least a draw against Wales to qualify for the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semifinal, with their fate also depending on the Scotland vs. Uruguay match.

AI Skills Enter Employee Performance Reviews

AI Skills Enter Employee Performance Reviews

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The message is becoming clearer: Employees who fail to meaningfully integrate AI into their work risk falling behind in performance assessments.

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.

14-year-old Sooryavanshi's 175 steers India to U-19 World Cup crown

14-year-old Sooryavanshi's 175 steers India to U-19 World Cup crown

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lit up the grand stage with a jaw-dropping 175 to power India to a record-extending sixth ICC Under-19 World Cup title after a 100-run victory over England in the final in Harare on Friday.