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Pakistan-backed terror behind continued Indus treaty suspension: MEA

Pakistan-backed terror behind continued Indus treaty suspension: MEA

Rediff.com3 days ago

As India marks the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, its decisive military action against the terror hotbeds in Pakistan, the ministry of external affairs sharply rebuked Islamabad's policy of terrorism.

Four Arrested Over Rs 4 Lakh Daylight Robbery In Delhi

Four Arrested Over Rs 4 Lakh Daylight Robbery In Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested four individuals in connection with a daylight robbery near Azadpur Mandi, recovering a car purchased with the stolen money. The arrests followed an inter-state manhunt across Uttar Pradesh.

Rajasthan Police Station Attacked After Youths Detained

Rajasthan Police Station Attacked After Youths Detained

Rediff.com3 days ago

A police station in Rajasthan's Alwar district was allegedly attacked by a mob late Wednesday over the detention of two youths, leaving four police personnel injured.

Two Cow Smugglers Arrested After Gurugram Encounter

Two Cow Smugglers Arrested After Gurugram Encounter

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two cow smugglers were arrested in Gurugram after a brief encounter with police, resulting in injuries to the smugglers and a police officer.

Dowry Harassment Case Filed After Woman's Miscarriage

Dowry Harassment Case Filed After Woman's Miscarriage

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against four members of a family for alleged dowry harassment, assault, and criminal intimidation following the victim's miscarriage.

Pukhraj Singh Gill In Strong Position At ADT Players Championship

Pukhraj Singh Gill In Strong Position At ADT Players Championship

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's Pukhraj Singh Gill is in a strong position to win his first Asian Development Tour title at the ADT Players Championship after a superb performance.

Bengal: Tensions flare in Howrah after clashes between TMC, BJP workers

Bengal: Tensions flare in Howrah after clashes between TMC, BJP workers

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Chaurabasti area of Shivpur turned into a flashpoint of political violence on Thursday as supporters of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) reportedly engaged in a violent face-off.

Rat Poison Suspected In Mumbai Family Deaths

Rat Poison Suspected In Mumbai Family Deaths

Rediff.com3 days ago

Four members of a family in Mumbai died last month due to rat poison, police officials said. The Forensic Science Laboratory report confirmed the presence of zinc phosphide in the deceased's viscera and a watermelon sample.

TVK meets CPI for support; Left party to decide on Friday

TVK meets CPI for support; Left party to decide on Friday

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam joint general secretary CTR Nirmal Kumar, accompanied by party leaders, met with the Communist Party of India leaders at the CPI office in Chennai on Thursday, to garner the support for making goverment in Tamil Nadu.

Governor dissolves Bengal assembly amid Mamata's refusal to resign

Governor dissolves Bengal assembly amid Mamata's refusal to resign

Rediff.com3 days ago

The West Bengal State Legislative Assembly has been dissolved by Governor R N Ravi, marking the end of its term after the recent elections where the Trinamool Congress was defeated by the BJP.

Drake enters football with 100M Euros power move

Drake enters football with 100M Euros power move

Rediff.com3 days ago

Italian second-tier soccer club Venezia has secured a significant minority investment from sports industry heavyweight Tim Leiweke, thanks in part to Canadian rapper Drake.

CBI Files Chargesheet Against CHD Developers For Fraud

CBI Files Chargesheet Against CHD Developers For Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

The CBI has filed a chargesheet against CHD Developers Ltd and its directors for alleged fraudulent activities in a Gurugram-based project, officials said.

Interstate Spurious Drug Racket Busted In Delhi

Interstate Spurious Drug Racket Busted In Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested four individuals involved in an interstate racket manufacturing and distributing counterfeit prescription drugs, uncovering an illegal processing unit in Delhi.

India U17 Women Must Beat Lebanon To Advance

India U17 Women Must Beat Lebanon To Advance

Rediff.com3 days ago

India U17 Women's team face Lebanon in a must-win game in the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup, with a chance to qualify for the knockout stage for the first time.

Relatives Vandalise Thane Hospital After Patient Dies

Relatives Vandalise Thane Hospital After Patient Dies

Rediff.com3 days ago

Relatives of a deceased patient vandalised the Central Hospital in Ulhasnagar, Thane, leading to a strike by medical staff. The incident occurred after the death of Bhagwan Nimbore, who was admitted with severe organ damage. Authorities have registered a case and are investigating the matter.

Jharkhand Police Seize Brown Sugar Worth Lakhs, Several Arrested

Jharkhand Police Seize Brown Sugar Worth Lakhs, Several Arrested

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jharkhand police have arrested multiple individuals and seized significant quantities of brown sugar in two separate incidents in Seraikela-Kharsawan and Chatra districts.

AAP Accuses BJP Of Plotting Punjab Blasts, BJP Denies

AAP Accuses BJP Of Plotting Punjab Blasts, BJP Denies

Rediff.com3 days ago

Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh has accused the BJP of orchestrating bomb blasts in Amritsar and Jalandhar to destabilise Punjab ahead of elections, a claim strongly refuted by the BJP.

Police Investigate Killing Of Suvendu Adhikari's Aide

Police Investigate Killing Of Suvendu Adhikari's Aide

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Kolkata are investigating the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. Multiple special investigation teams have been formed, and CCTV footage is being examined to trace those involved. The probe includes the possibility of contract killers being hired for the crime.

Kanpur Police Nab Mastermind Of Rs 3,200 Crore Fake Firm Racket

Kanpur Police Nab Mastermind Of Rs 3,200 Crore Fake Firm Racket

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Kanpur have arrested a suspected mastermind behind a network of fake firms, forged documents, and suspected hawala transactions worth over Rs 3,200 crore.

Kerala assembly election results an example of communal harmony: Tharoor

Kerala assembly election results an example of communal harmony: Tharoor

Rediff.com3 days ago

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor cited the Kerala Assembly election results as an example of communal harmony, highlighting instances where voters looked beyond caste and religion.

Missing Persons In Delhi: What The NCRB Data Reveals

Missing Persons In Delhi: What The NCRB Data Reveals

Rediff.com3 days ago

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data for 2024 reveals that thousands of people were reported missing in Delhi, with a significant number remaining untraced by the end of the year.

Gambhir's 'my way or highway' style under fire

Gambhir's 'my way or highway' style under fire

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former India cricketer Atul Wassan has criticised Gautam Gambhir's aggressive leadership style, suggesting it may be overbearing and create tension within the India cricket team.

How Mizoram Police Rescued Women From Trafficking Racket

How Mizoram Police Rescued Women From Trafficking Racket

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mizoram police, in collaboration with Uttarakhand police, rescued five Mizo women, including two minors, from a sex trafficking racket operating under the guise of a spa in Rudrapur. Six individuals have been arrested, including the alleged mastermind and spa owner.

Rat poison killed Mumbai family, not watermelon

Rat poison killed Mumbai family, not watermelon

Rediff.com3 days ago

The deaths of four members of a family in Mumbai last month were caused by rat poison, specifically zinc phosphide, and not by consuming watermelons as initially suspected, officials have confirmed.

How Sports Can Positively Impact Young People

How Sports Can Positively Impact Young People

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya highlights the transformative role of sports in shaping young minds and fostering community spirit at a documentary screening.

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings eye big turnaround in Dharamshala

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings eye big turnaround in Dharamshala

Rediff.com3 days ago

Punjab Kings aims to regain winning momentum as they move to their home base in Dharamshala for a crucial three-match stint, following a loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Chhattisgarh HC Upholds Acquittal In 2010 Maoist Attack Case

Chhattisgarh HC Upholds Acquittal In 2010 Maoist Attack Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Chhattisgarh High Court has dismissed an appeal by the state government, upholding the acquittal of all 10 accused in the 2010 Tadmetla Maoist attack case due to lack of direct evidence and procedural lapses in the investigation.

RPF Seizes Ganja Worth Rs 6.5 Lakh At Ranchi Railway Station

RPF Seizes Ganja Worth Rs 6.5 Lakh At Ranchi Railway Station

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) seized 13 kg of ganja, estimated to be worth Rs 6.50 lakh, from the Visakhapatnam-Banaras Express at Ranchi station.

Chhattisgarh HC Upholds Acquittal In 2010 Maoist Attack Case

Chhattisgarh HC Upholds Acquittal In 2010 Maoist Attack Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Chhattisgarh High Court has upheld the acquittal of ten accused in the 2010 Tadmetla Maoist attack case, citing lack of direct evidence and procedural lapses in the investigation.

Fake Currency Bundles With Genuine Notes Seized In Indore

Fake Currency Bundles With Genuine Notes Seized In Indore

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indore police seized 566 bundles of fake Rs 500 notes from abandoned bags. Only 84 notes were genuine, with the rest being plain paper designed to resemble currency. An investigation is underway to determine the source and intended use of the fake notes.

Delhi Court: Husband Can't Evade Duty To Maintain Family

Delhi Court: Husband Can't Evade Duty To Maintain Family

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Delhi court has upheld an interim maintenance order, directing a man to pay Rs 7,500 per month to his estranged wife and minor daughter in a domestic violence case.

ED Conducts Raids In Punjab Over Realty Fraud Case

ED Conducts Raids In Punjab Over Realty Fraud Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an official in the CMO, as part of a money laundering probe against realty groups accused of fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.

Tamannaah Bhatia, Shanaya Kapoor, Ananya Panday Look Fab For...

Tamannaah Bhatia, Shanaya Kapoor, Ananya Panday Look Fab For...

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Femina Beauty Awards turned into a full-blown fashion parade as Bollywood's best dressed stars arrived serving drama, sparkle and couture-level glam.

India Calls For Stronger Accountability In Rapid Urban Transformation

India Calls For Stronger Accountability In Rapid Urban Transformation

Rediff.com3 days ago

Comptroller and Auditor General of India K Sanjay Murthy highlighted the need for stronger accountability systems to support India's urban transformation and sustainable mobility push at the BRICS Supreme Audit Institutions Leaders' Summit in Bengaluru.

Tumakuru Open: Top Seeds Secure Quarterfinal Spots

Tumakuru Open: Top Seeds Secure Quarterfinal Spots

Rediff.com3 days ago

Top seeds Justina Mikulskyte, Zuzanna Pawlikowska, Vaidehee Chaudhari, and Zeel Desai advanced to the singles quarterfinals of the Tumakuru Open ITF W35. In doubles, Indian and international pairs also secured spots in the semifinals after intense matches.

Why Paytm Shares Soared After Profit Announcement

Why Paytm Shares Soared After Profit Announcement

Rediff.com3 days ago

Shares of One97 Communications, which operates the Paytm brand, experienced a significant jump after the company reported a consolidated profit for the January-March quarter.

Mandoli Jail Inmate Stabbed By Fellow Prisoners: What We Know

Mandoli Jail Inmate Stabbed By Fellow Prisoners: What We Know

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 41-year-old inmate at Mandoli Jail was allegedly stabbed by fellow prisoners, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the assault.

Delhi HC Directs ED To Remove FIITJEE Press Release

Delhi HC Directs ED To Remove FIITJEE Press Release

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Delhi High Court has directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to remove a press release containing 'judgemental aspersions' related to its investigation against the FIITJEE coaching institute.

WADA rule puts Vinesh Phogat comeback in trouble!

WADA rule puts Vinesh Phogat comeback in trouble!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Vinesh Phogat's eligibility to compete in the National Open Ranking Tournament is uncertain due to questions about her compliance with WADA's six-month notice rule for returning athletes.

Hearing Deferred In Sanjay Singh Model Code Violation Case

Hearing Deferred In Sanjay Singh Model Code Violation Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

A special MP-MLA court in Sultanpur deferred the hearing in a model code of conduct violation case involving AAP leader Sanjay Singh due to the investigating officer's absence. The next hearing is scheduled for May 14.