News for '2023'

Dawood Ibrahim Aide Dola In NCB Custody Till May 8

Dawood Ibrahim Aide Dola In NCB Custody Till May 8

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Notorious drug trafficker Mohammad Salim Dola, a close aide of fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim, has been remanded in the Narcotics Control Bureau's custody until May 8 in connection with a 2023 drugs seizure case.

Nepali Gang Ties Up, Robs Senior Citizens In Hyderabad

Nepali Gang Ties Up, Robs Senior Citizens In Hyderabad

Rediff.com10 hours ago

A Nepali gang allegedly tied up and robbed a senior citizen couple in Hyderabad, stealing gold, silver, and a two-wheeler worth Rs 16.5 lakh. Police suspect the gang administered sedatives to the couple before fleeing. This incident follows a similar crime where a retired IPS officer's wife was murdered, allegedly by another Nepali gang.

Sorana Cirstea stuns top seed Sabalenka at Italian Open

Sorana Cirstea stuns top seed Sabalenka at Italian Open

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sorana Cirstea defeated Aryna Sabalenka in their third-round clash at the Italian Open.

Ahmedabad To Host IPL Final On May 31

Ahmedabad To Host IPL Final On May 31

Rediff.com7 days ago

IPL final moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad; Dharamsala will host Qualifier 1, as announced by the BCCI.

India's Compound Team Shine At Archery World Cup

India's Compound Team Shine At Archery World Cup

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Former world champion Ojas Deotale led India's men's compound team to a top-10 finish in the qualification round of the Archery World Cup Stage 2, while Aditi Swami finished 13th in the women's section.

Record Alert: Urvil Patel Equals Fastest IPL Fifty

Record Alert: Urvil Patel Equals Fastest IPL Fifty

Rediff.com3 days ago

Chennai Super Kings batter Urvil Patel equalled the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history, reaching the milestone in 13 balls against Lucknow Super Giants.

Bangladeshi Nationals Top List Of Foreigners Arrested In India: NCRB

Bangladeshi Nationals Top List Of Foreigners Arrested In India: NCRB

Rediff.com6 days ago

Bangladeshi nationals topped the list of foreign nationals arrested in India in 2024, according to the latest NCRB data, followed by Nigerians and Nepalis. West Bengal recorded the highest number of crimes committed by foreigners among states, while Delhi topped union territories.

Shabnim Ismail Returns To South Africa Squad For T20 World Cup

Shabnim Ismail Returns To South Africa Squad For T20 World Cup

Rediff.com1 days ago

South African pacer Shabnim Ismail reverses her international retirement to join the squad for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in the UK, bringing valuable experience to the team.

Taxi Driver Gets Two Years For Outraging Woman's Modesty

Taxi Driver Gets Two Years For Outraging Woman's Modesty

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Mumbai court sentenced a taxi driver to two years in jail for outraging the modesty of a hotel professional by forcibly kissing her hand. The court rejected the defence's argument that it was a routine greeting, stating it occurred outside her official duties.

Elvish Yadav gets Rs 10 cr extortion threat; Bishnoi gang link suspected

Elvish Yadav gets Rs 10 cr extortion threat; Bishnoi gang link suspected

Rediff.com3 days ago

Elvish Yadav, winner of Bigg Boss OTT 2, has reported receiving an extortion threat for Rs 10 crore from an individual claiming ties to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the matter.

IPL 2026, CSK vs LSG: Chennai seek play-off push vs struggling Lucknow

IPL 2026, CSK vs LSG: Chennai seek play-off push vs struggling Lucknow

Rediff.com4 days ago

Chennai Super Kings will aim to boost their playoff chances as they take on Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial Indian Premier League match. CSK's campaign has been inconsistent, while LSG are struggling at the bottom of the table.

Delhi Police Bring Back Narcotics Fugitive From Azerbaijan

Delhi Police Bring Back Narcotics Fugitive From Azerbaijan

Rediff.com9 hours ago

A fugitive wanted in a major narcotics case was brought back from Azerbaijan by the Special Cell of Delhi Police, who secured his extradition in coordination with the CBI.

Kerala Organ Donation Fraud: Hospitals Under Investigation

Kerala Organ Donation Fraud: Hospitals Under Investigation

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Kerala are investigating the potential involvement of hospitals in a racket that forged documents for organ donations. Six people have been arrested in connection with the scam, and the investigation is expanding to examine how hospital procedures may have been bypassed.

Three church leaders killed in suspected militant attack in Manipur

Three church leaders killed in suspected militant attack in Manipur

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Three people were killed and four others injured in an attack by suspected militants in Manipur's Kangpokpi district. The victims were members of the Thadou Baptist Association returning from a religious gathering. The Chief Minister has condemned the violence and assured support for the injured.

IPL 2026's Ruthless Lesson: Complacency Is Fatal

IPL 2026's Ruthless Lesson: Complacency Is Fatal

Rediff.com1 days ago

Every team circles its opponent like a hawk, waiting to expose the slightest weakness.

Indian Golfers Aim To Shine At Amundi German Masters

Indian Golfers Aim To Shine At Amundi German Masters

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Pranavi Urs, Avani Prashanth, and Vani Kapoor are set to participate in the Amundi German Masters golf tournament, aiming to make a significant impact on the Ladies European Tour.

Mumbai Truck Driver Gets Life For Shopkeeper's Murder

Mumbai Truck Driver Gets Life For Shopkeeper's Murder

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A Mumbai court sentenced a truck driver to life imprisonment for the murder of a shopkeeper in Mulund in May 2023. The driver ran the victim over with his truck following a dispute.

Allahabad HC Issues Guidelines For Trials In Absentia

Allahabad HC Issues Guidelines For Trials In Absentia

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has issued a detailed procedure for conducting criminal trials in the absence of proclaimed offenders, as per section 356 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, aiming to ensure speedy justice.

Manpower Firm Executives Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Scam

Manpower Firm Executives Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Scam

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Seven individuals, including senior executives from manpower firms, have been arrested in connection with alleged irregularities in overtime payments within the Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corp Ltd (CSMCL) during the previous Congress administration. The arrests follow an investigation into fraudulent billing practices and misappropriation of funds.

3 yrs after Karnataka polls, Cong MLA loses votes in recount

3 yrs after Karnataka polls, Cong MLA loses votes in recount

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A recount of postal ballots in the Sringeri Assembly constituency has resulted in a reduction of votes for Congress MLA T D Raje Gowda, following a High Court order. The Election Commission has been notified for further action.

Centre notifies Women's Reservation Act for J-K, other UTs

Centre notifies Women's Reservation Act for J-K, other UTs

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Centre has notified the implementation of the Women's Reservation Act 2023, providing a 33 per cent quota for women in legislatures, Jammu and Kashmir, and Union Territories, with the provisions set to come into force on April 17, 2026.

Organ Donation Fraud: Kerala Police Nab Key Suspect

Organ Donation Fraud: Kerala Police Nab Key Suspect

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Kerala have arrested a key suspect in a racket involving the supply of forged documents for organ donors and recipients. The accused, identified as Najeeb, was apprehended in Uttar Pradesh and is believed to have been planning to escape to Nepal. The investigation has uncovered a network involved in forging various official documents required for organ donation.

Vijay mirrors NTR feat, races to power within two years of party launch

Vijay mirrors NTR feat, races to power within two years of party launch

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Vijay's TVK party is on the verge of forming a government in Tamil Nadu, drawing parallels to NTR's earlier success in Andhra Pradesh. Both achieved electoral success shortly after forming their parties, highlighting the potential for film popularity to translate into political gains.

How RBI Fights Rupee Fall

How RBI Fights Rupee Fall

Rediff.com1 days ago

The central bank is yet to consider actions such as a rate hike or mobilising dollar inflows from non-resident Indians to boost forex reserves as it cannot afford to continue with them for long when the rupee's internationalisation tops its agenda, explains Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Supreme Court Expresses Concern Over Lakhimpur Kheri Trial Delay

Supreme Court Expresses Concern Over Lakhimpur Kheri Trial Delay

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court has expressed disappointment over the delay in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case trial due to the non-production of witnesses, directing the presiding judge to ensure their presence and expedite the proceedings.

Why Delhi Leads In Theft Cases Across India

Why Delhi Leads In Theft Cases Across India

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi reported a staggering 1,80,973 theft cases in 2024, resulting in almost 3,480 cases per week, and roughly 497 cases per day, which is 73.3 per cent of the national total - a major lead over other metropolitan centres.

Why Congress-DMK split threatens INDIA bloc's existence

Why Congress-DMK split threatens INDIA bloc's existence

Rediff.com5 days ago

The INDIA bloc faces a significant challenge as the Congress and DMK part ways, raising questions about the alliance's future and unity.

Sanjeev Arora Challenges Arrest By ED In Money Laundering Case

Sanjeev Arora Challenges Arrest By ED In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora has challenged his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), claiming it is illegal and unconstitutional. The Punjab and Haryana High Court heard arguments and adjourned the matter to May 14. Arora was arrested in connection with an alleged Rs 100-crore GST fraud-linked money laundering case.

Kerala Police Bust Organ Donation Forgery Racket

Kerala Police Bust Organ Donation Forgery Racket

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police in Kochi have arrested five individuals and conducted raids following a tip-off about a racket allegedly providing forged documents for organ donors and recipients. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities looking into possible links to other states.

Probe Launched After Drone Spotted Over ISRO Campus

Probe Launched After Drone Spotted Over ISRO Campus

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Police in Bengaluru have launched an investigation after an unmanned aerial vehicle was allegedly spotted flying over the ISRO's ISITE campus, a designated 'No Drone Zone'. The incident occurred on May 2, prompting a complaint by a CISF sub-inspector.

Why Delhi Leads In Cognisable Offences Among Metro Cities

Why Delhi Leads In Cognisable Offences Among Metro Cities

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi recorded the highest number of cognisable offences among 19 metropolitan cities in India, according to the NCRB's 'Crime in India 2024' report, despite a decrease in cases compared to the previous two years.

Kerala Police Bust Organ Donation Forgery Racket: Key Details

Kerala Police Bust Organ Donation Forgery Racket: Key Details

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police in Kerala have arrested five individuals following searches at multiple locations, uncovering a racket allegedly providing forged documents for organ donors and recipients. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities looking into possible links to individuals in other states.

Self-Styled Godman Arrested In Cheating Case: Details

Self-Styled Godman Arrested In Cheating Case: Details

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Shirdi police have taken custody of self-styled godman Ashok Kharat as part of an investigation into a cheating case involving Rs 5 crore. The case was registered based on a complaint by a farmer, and Kharat will be produced in court. This is the ninth case against Kharat, who is also being investigated for sexual exploitation and money laundering.

Supreme Court Says Teesta Setalvad Can Reapply For Passport Release

Supreme Court Says Teesta Setalvad Can Reapply For Passport Release

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has disposed of Teesta Setalvad's plea for passport release, advising her to reapply with a travel itinerary. The case relates to alleged fabrication of documents in the 2002 Gujarat riots.

Sri Lanka Cricket chief Shammi Silva resigns amidst pressure

Sri Lanka Cricket chief Shammi Silva resigns amidst pressure

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Sri Lanka Cricket's chief Shammi Silva and his executive committee resigned following calls for a new administration from the country's President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Pak-China affairs expert Lt Gen Subramani is India's next CDS

Pak-China affairs expert Lt Gen Subramani is India's next CDS

Rediff.com4 days ago

The government has appointed Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) as the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), who shall also function as the secretary to the government of India, department of military affairs, with effect from the date of assumption of charge and until further orders.

Gandhinagar To Host Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships

Gandhinagar To Host Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships

Rediff.com4 days ago

The 2026 Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships, featuring athletes from 30 countries, will be held in Gandhinagar from May 11 to 17. The event serves as a qualifier for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Why Delhi Leads In Murders Linked To Love And Illicit Affairs

Why Delhi Leads In Murders Linked To Love And Illicit Affairs

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi recorded the highest number of murders linked to illicit relationships and love affairs among metropolitan cities, according to the latest figures of the NCRB.

Indian Origin Man Jailed For Molesting Minor

Indian Origin Man Jailed For Molesting Minor

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A 33-year-old Indian-origin man was sentenced to 19 months in jail by a Singapore court for molesting his friend's minor sister over a decade ago.

Bengal Ministers Skip ED Summons In Recruitment Scam

Bengal Ministers Skip ED Summons In Recruitment Scam

Rediff.com7 days ago

Two outgoing West Bengal ministers, Sujit Bose and Rathin Ghosh, under scrutiny in a recruitment scam case, did not appear before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) as scheduled, citing health and post-election duties.