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Kaziranga Turtle Conservation Milestone

Kaziranga Turtle Conservation Milestone

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's first satellite-tagged Ganges soft-shell turtle released in Kaziranga.

EC orders probe into foreigners voting in Tamil Nadu

EC orders probe into foreigners voting in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Election Commission has ordered an investigation into allegations that foreign nationals fraudulently voted in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. The probe was initiated after police arrested ten foreign nationals with indelible ink on their fingers at Chennai and Madurai airports.

Trump backtracks on Taiwan independence after China visit

Trump backtracks on Taiwan independence after China visit

Rediff.com3 days ago

Following his visit to China, US President Donald Trump has suggested a potential shift in Washington's approach to Taiwan, expressing reluctance to engage in military conflict over Taiwan's independence and cautioning against unilateral moves.

How TCS Is Building The 'Infrastructure Of Intelligence'

How TCS Is Building The 'Infrastructure Of Intelligence'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is focusing on building AI infrastructure, including India's first AI-focused data centre, as AI becomes a core operating foundation for enterprises globally.

J-K Cop Kills Wife In Rage, Attempts Suicide

J-K Cop Kills Wife In Rage, Attempts Suicide

Rediff.com3 days ago

A police officer in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district allegedly shot his wife dead in a fit of rage before attempting suicide, according to officials.

AAP Leader Urges Assurance After NEET Aspirant's Death

AAP Leader Urges Assurance After NEET Aspirant's Death

Rediff.com3 days ago

AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj met the family of a NEET aspirant who allegedly died by suicide in Delhi, urging the government to ensure exam integrity and prevent future tragedies.

PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi invited for IPL 2026 final

PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi invited for IPL 2026 final

Rediff.com2 days ago

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi has been invited to attend the ICC Board meeting and IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad, with Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif expected to decide on the visit amid ongoing India-Pakistan tensions.

Police Investigate Bishnoi Gang Link In Furniture Mall Firing

Police Investigate Bishnoi Gang Link In Furniture Mall Firing

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Pimpri Chinchwad are investigating a potential link to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang after a furniture mall was attacked by two unidentified men on a motorcycle. The assailants fired multiple rounds at the AJ Furniture Mall, and a social media post claiming responsibility has surfaced.

Thane Man Gets Life For Wife's Brutal Hammer Murder

Thane Man Gets Life For Wife's Brutal Hammer Murder

Rediff.com3 days ago

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, sentenced a man to life imprisonment for murdering his wife with a hammer in front of their children, relying on his daughter's testimony.

Inspector Avinash Season 2 Review: Muddled Cop Drama

Inspector Avinash Season 2 Review: Muddled Cop Drama

Rediff.com3 days ago

Randeep Hooda returns as the titular supercop in Inspector Avinash Season 2, but the series struggles to maintain narrative coherence and pacing, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Day after HC verdict, devotees offer prayers at Bhojshala complex

Day after HC verdict, devotees offer prayers at Bhojshala complex

Rediff.com3 days ago

Devotees entered the Bhojshala complex in Dhar district on Saturday to offer prayers after the Indore Bench of the Madhya Pradesh high court declared the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex a temple and granted the Hindu side the right to worship at the site.

Rajasthan Man Arrested After Wife Dies Following Forced Abortion

Rajasthan Man Arrested After Wife Dies Following Forced Abortion

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man in Rajasthan has been arrested after allegedly beating his pregnant wife and forcibly administering abortion pills, leading to her death. The incident occurred in Bhilwara district, and the couple's daughter reported the abuse to the police.

Senthilkumar And Chinappa Win National Doubles Squash Title

Senthilkumar And Chinappa Win National Doubles Squash Title

Rediff.com3 days ago

Top seeds Velavan Senthilkumar and Joshna Chinappa won the mixed doubles title at the 3rd HCL National Doubles Squash Championships. Senthilkumar and Joshna also secured the men's and women's doubles titles respectively with their partners.

IPL 2026: Arshdeep Singh Faces Ban Call For Alleged Racist Remark

IPL 2026: Arshdeep Singh Faces Ban Call For Alleged Racist Remark

Rediff.com3 days ago

Retired spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan demands strict action against Arshdeep Singh for the Punjab Kings pacer's alleged racist remarks directed at Mumbai Indians batter Tilak Varma.

Lewandowski set for Barcelona exit amid Saudi, MLS interest

Lewandowski set for Barcelona exit amid Saudi, MLS interest

Rediff.com2 days ago

Robert Lewandowski has confirmed he will leave Barcelona after four successful seasons in which he scored 119 goals and helped the club win three LaLiga titles.

Bhavish Aggarwal's Second Coming? Ola Bets Big On Electric Motorcycles

Bhavish Aggarwal's Second Coming? Ola Bets Big On Electric Motorcycles

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ola Electric is making a renewed push into the electric motorcycle market with aggressive pricing and in-house battery manufacturing, aiming to replicate its earlier success in electric scooters while addressing past quality and service issues.

Aditi Ashok Fails To Make The Cut At Queen City Championship

Aditi Ashok Fails To Make The Cut At Queen City Championship

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian golfer Aditi Ashok missed the cut at the Kroger Queen City Championship after a second round of 1-over 71, leaving her total score at 3-over par, while the cut was set at 2-over par. Amanda Doherty and Jin Young Ko lead the tournament at 7-under par.

Four-year-old Punjab boy rescued from borewell after nine-hour operation

Four-year-old Punjab boy rescued from borewell after nine-hour operation

Rediff.com3 days ago

A four-year-old boy was safely rescued from a borewell in Punjab's Hoshiarpur district after a nine-hour operation involving multiple rescue agencies and local volunteers.

Xi backs open Hormuz, opposes nuclear-armed Iran: Trump after China visit

Xi backs open Hormuz, opposes nuclear-armed Iran: Trump after China visit

Rediff.com3 days ago

United States and China have agreed that "Iran can't have nuclear weapons," and that the Strait of Hormuz must be opened, according to US President Donald Trump.

India's Astronomy Community Gathers In Guwahati

India's Astronomy Community Gathers In Guwahati

Rediff.com2 days ago

The 44th annual meeting of the Astronomical Society of India (ASI) was inaugurated at IIT Guwahati, bringing together astronomers, researchers, and students to discuss the future of astronomy in India.

TMC Claims Workers Attacked In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal

TMC Claims Workers Attacked In Post-Poll Violence In West Bengal

Rediff.com2 days ago

The TMC has dispatched fact-finding teams to investigate alleged post-poll violence against its workers in West Bengal, accusing BJP-backed individuals of carrying out attacks and intimidation.

Supreme Court Orders Swift Probe Into Advocate Assault Case

Supreme Court Orders Swift Probe Into Advocate Assault Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed Delhi Police to expedite its investigation into the assault of a woman advocate, allegedly by her husband, while ensuring the safety of the victim and her children.

'Whoever wants to quit may go': Mamata to rebels amid defection fears

'Whoever wants to quit may go': Mamata to rebels amid defection fears

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mamata Banerjee has urged Trinamool Congress candidates to rebuild the party organisation after facing an electoral setback in the recent assembly polls. She asserted that those wishing to leave the party are free to do so, and encouraged those remaining to revitalise the party's presence.

Jannik Sinner on brink of Italian Open history before rain halts semi-final

Jannik Sinner on brink of Italian Open history before rain halts semi-final

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jannik Sinner was two games away from the Italian Open final when heavy rain suspended his semi-final match against Daniil Medvedev, with Sinner leading 6-2, 5-7, 4-2.

EPL: Watkins punishes Liverpool as Aston Villa seal Champions League place

EPL: Watkins punishes Liverpool as Aston Villa seal Champions League place

Rediff.com3 days ago

Aston Villa defeated Liverpool 4-2, securing a Champions League qualification spot for next season. Ollie Watkins scored twice in the victory.

'Don't Know Whether Vijay Understands...'

'Don't Know Whether Vijay Understands...'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'...the enormous responsibility and faith the youth has put on his shoulders, that he is going to solve their problems.'

Police Rescue Abducted Boy, Arrest Accused In Thane

Police Rescue Abducted Boy, Arrest Accused In Thane

Rediff.com3 days ago

Thane police rescued a five-year-old boy and arrested the abductor within five hours of the crime. The accused, Iqbal Guddu Ansari, was arrested from a hideout in Mumbai. The boy was lured away from his home in Bhiwandi. Multiple police teams used technical surveillance to trace the suspect.

The Summers We Never Left Behind

The Summers We Never Left Behind

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mangoes, Thums Up, Ludo, Train journeys, Video cassettes, Wimbledon -- a love letter to the summers that raised us.

FIFA To Offer Reassurance To Iran Over World Cup Participation

FIFA To Offer Reassurance To Iran Over World Cup Participation

Rediff.com3 days ago

FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom will meet Iranian FA officials in Istanbul to offer reassurance over Iran's participation in the World Cup, amidst concerns raised by recent geopolitical tensions and visa issues.

UDF Government To Prioritise Ernakulam's Development

UDF Government To Prioritise Ernakulam's Development

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ernakulam DCC president Mohammed Shiyas criticised the previous LDF government's neglect of the district and expressed optimism for development under the UDF regime, citing sufficient representation in the state cabinet and a focus on addressing key issues.

Why Was An FIR Filed Against Abhishek Banerjee?

Why Was An FIR Filed Against Abhishek Banerjee?

Rediff.com3 days ago

West Bengal Police have registered an FIR against Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee for allegedly making inflammatory statements during the recent assembly elections, based on a complaint filed by a social activist.

Aryaveer Dewan To Lead India At Asian Junior Squash Championships

Aryaveer Dewan To Lead India At Asian Junior Squash Championships

Rediff.com3 days ago

Aryaveer Dewan will lead India's challenge at the Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships in Panzhihua, China, with a 32-member contingent aiming to surpass their previous medal haul.

Haryana Government Approves CBI Probe Into Bank Fraud Case

Haryana Government Approves CBI Probe Into Bank Fraud Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Haryana government has authorised the CBI to investigate the alleged involvement of five IAS officers in a Rs 590-crore fraud case involving IDFC First Bank. The CBI can now summon the officers for questioning.

How Atiqa Mir Achieved A Historic Karting Result

How Atiqa Mir Achieved A Historic Karting Result

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Atiqa Mir, an 11-year-old Indian racing prodigy, achieved a historic P2 finish at the World Series Karting (WSK) Euro Series in Italy, marking the highest-ever race finish by an Indian in her category.

When Love Turned Into Betrayal

When Love Turned Into Betrayal

Rediff.com3 days ago

An electric current passed through me, and I couldn't figure out what hit me. Aarti David explores love and betrayal in this short story.

Spying In football: Middlesbrough Want Southampton Banned From Playoff Final

Spying In football: Middlesbrough Want Southampton Banned From Playoff Final

Rediff.com3 days ago

Middlesbrough are demanding that Southampton be kicked out of the Championship playoff final after accusing their rivals of secretly filming their training session before their playoff semi-final.

'Only a matter of time': FBI chief Kash Patel next high-level Trump exit?

'Only a matter of time': FBI chief Kash Patel next high-level Trump exit?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Amid mounting speculation over his position within the Trump administration, FBI director Kash Patel reportedly could be the next senior official to exit Trump's cabinet in recent times, according to a Politico report.

Weight Loss Drugs Sales Surge!

Weight Loss Drugs Sales Surge!

Rediff.com3 days ago

'The innovators have been able to more or less stay where they are, in terms of revenue even as the generics are seeing exponential growth due to their affordability.'

'I am feeling good, I am happy, it's a day to remember for me'

'I am feeling good, I am happy, it's a day to remember for me'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Kenya's Sabastian Sawe made history by becoming the first person to run a marathon in under two hours at the London Marathon.

A year after Pahalgam attack, families still await closure

A year after Pahalgam attack, families still await closure

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Families of victims of the Pahalgam terror attack mark the first anniversary, recounting the horror and seeking justice and support for those affected.