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Two held after woman dies in acid attack in Kushinagar, India

Two held after woman dies in acid attack in Kushinagar, India

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested two individuals in connection with the death of a young woman who died after an acid attack. The woman and her mother were attacked in their home, and the woman later died from her injuries.

Mumbai: Elderly Man Killed in Bhandup Building Collapse

Mumbai: Elderly Man Killed in Bhandup Building Collapse

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 75-year-old man died after a portion of a slab collapsed on him in a two-storey building in Mumbai's Bhandup area.

Ayush Shetty Stuns Top Seed to Reach Badminton Asia Final

Ayush Shetty Stuns Top Seed to Reach Badminton Asia Final

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.

Indian Engineer Investigated for Corruption After Discovery of 14 Crore in Assets

Indian Engineer Investigated for Corruption After Discovery of 14 Crore in Assets

Rediff.com2 days ago

An Assistant Executive Engineer in Belagavi, India, is under investigation after the Lokayukta discovered disproportionate assets worth over 14 crore, including gold, silver, bank deposits, and properties.

Merchant Navy Sailor Killed in Hit-and-Run on Delhi-Dehradun Expressway

Merchant Navy Sailor Killed in Hit-and-Run on Delhi-Dehradun Expressway

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 24-year-old Merchant Navy sailor died after being struck by an unidentified vehicle on the Delhi-Dehradun expressway while on leave. His mother was seriously injured in the incident.

J-K Intensifies Crackdown on Drug Trafficking with Strict Punitive Measures

J-K Intensifies Crackdown on Drug Trafficking with Strict Punitive Measures

Rediff.com3 days ago

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced strict measures to combat drug trafficking in Jammu and Kashmir, including property confiscation and document revocation.

New truncated gas allocation regime still faces a large LNG shortfall

New truncated gas allocation regime still faces a large LNG shortfall

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

India's plans to ration the consumption of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) - in response to reduction in their import owing to war in West Asia - may fall short of what is needed to meet domestic needs.

Won't allow Bengalis to become minority in Bengal: Modi

Won't allow Bengalis to become minority in Bengal: Modi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Jangipur, West Bengal, promising to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and addressing concerns about infiltration and demographic changes in the state.

Indian Racer Atiqa Mir Achieves Top Ranking in FIA International Karting

Indian Racer Atiqa Mir Achieves Top Ranking in FIA International Karting

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian karting prodigy Atiqa Mir achieves a significant milestone, becoming the highest-ranked female racer in her category in the latest FIA International Kart Ranking (IKR).

Islamabad Talks: Look Out For Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf

Islamabad Talks: Look Out For Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf

Rediff.com3 days ago

Trump seems to have estimated that Ghalibaf is a pragmatic politician who is receptive to close relations with the US and is enthusiastic about fostering business and economic ties in particular, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Ravi Shastri: 'After 4th 6 I Thought Let's Go For The Full Monty'

Ravi Shastri: 'After 4th 6 I Thought Let's Go For The Full Monty'

Rediff.com3 days ago

In an era where today's cricketers seldom read reports or build personal bonds with journalists, these four belonged to a different, warmer time. They valued relationships. They acknowledged the storyteller.

Delhi Police Arrest Man in Bhubaneswar for Suspected Terror Links

Delhi Police Arrest Man in Bhubaneswar for Suspected Terror Links

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 22-year-old man from Bhubaneswar has been arrested by Delhi Police for his suspected links with a terror outfit. The arrest followed the scrutiny of social media posts of youths picked up in Delhi.

Modi Promises Action on Atrocities Against Women in West Bengal

Modi Promises Action on Atrocities Against Women in West Bengal

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a strong attack on the ruling TMC in West Bengal, accusing them of running the state through 'syndicates' and promising to address atrocities against women if the BJP gains power.

Autorickshaw Drivers in Thiruvananthapuram Protest Alleged Police Assault on Colleague

Autorickshaw Drivers in Thiruvananthapuram Protest Alleged Police Assault on Colleague

Rediff.com3 days ago

Autorickshaw drivers at Thampanoor railway station in Thiruvananthapuram briefly went on strike to protest the alleged assault of a colleague by a railway police officer.

Stone Pelting Causes Minor Damage to Vande Bharat Train in Kerala

Stone Pelting Causes Minor Damage to Vande Bharat Train in Kerala

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Vande Bharat train operating from Ernakulam to Bengaluru sustained minor damage due to stone pelting near Parali in Palakkad district. No injuries were reported, and an investigation is underway.

Bhatia's Masters Hopes Dashed by Double Bogey Finish

Bhatia's Masters Hopes Dashed by Double Bogey Finish

Rediff.com3 days ago

Akshay Bhatia, the Indian-American golfer, missed the cut at the Masters after a disappointing second round, while Aaron Rai progressed to the weekend rounds.

Kerala Congress Leaders Unite to Avoid CM Candidate Disputes Before Election Results

Kerala Congress Leaders Unite to Avoid CM Candidate Disputes Before Election Results

Rediff.com3 days ago

Congress leaders in Kerala have decided to avoid naming preferred candidates for the chief minister's post to prevent internal disputes before the announcement of the Kerala Assembly election results on May 4.

Abhishek Banerjee Accuses Rivals of Aiding BJP in West Bengal

Abhishek Banerjee Accuses Rivals of Aiding BJP in West Bengal

Rediff.com3 days ago

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee addressed a rally in Murshidabad, accusing political rivals of working for the BJP and promising to restore voting rights to disenfranchised citizens if his party returns to power.

Odisha Bus Accident: One Dead, Several Injured After Bus Falls into Gorge

Odisha Bus Accident: One Dead, Several Injured After Bus Falls into Gorge

Rediff.com3 days ago

A state-run bus accident in Odisha's Koraput district resulted in one fatality and injuries to 20 passengers after the bus plunged into a gorge. The accident occurred in the Sunki ghat section of Pottangi block, with investigations underway to determine the cause.

Trump Has Forced The World Into New Reality

Trump Has Forced The World Into New Reality

Rediff.com3 days ago

America's population and its media and its democratic structures seem fine with this, which is why Trump continues as he does, asserts Aakar Patel.

Thiruvananthapuram Autorickshaw Drivers Protest Alleged Police Brutality

Thiruvananthapuram Autorickshaw Drivers Protest Alleged Police Brutality

Rediff.com3 days ago

Autorickshaw drivers in Thiruvananthapuram staged a brief strike following the alleged assault of a driver by a railway police officer. The strike was called off after assurances of action.

How Dhruv Jurel is thriving at No. 3 for Rajasthan Royals...

How Dhruv Jurel is thriving at No. 3 for Rajasthan Royals...

Rediff.com3 days ago

Dhruv Jurel discusses his successful transition to batting at No. 3 for Rajasthan Royals, highlighting his adaptability and partnership with teammates.

Indian Paddlers Sweep South Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships with 13 Golds

Indian Paddlers Sweep South Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships with 13 Golds

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian table tennis players showcased their dominance by securing 13 gold medals at the South Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships, also qualifying for the Asian Youth Championships.

Pakistani Handler Expanding India Network Through Social Media, Say Arrested Men

Pakistani Handler Expanding India Network Through Social Media, Say Arrested Men

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two men arrested in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly being in contact with a Pakistan-linked handler based in Saudi Arabia revealed that the handler was expanding his network in India via social media. The investigation has been handed over to the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS).

Randeep Hooda-Lin Laishram Reveal Daughter's Name

Randeep Hooda-Lin Laishram Reveal Daughter's Name

Rediff.com3 days ago

Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram, have announced the name of their newborn daughter as Nyomica, a name signifying 'Divine Grace, Freedom and limitless, like the sky'.

Mahout Dies After Being Gored by Elephant in Kerala

Mahout Dies After Being Gored by Elephant in Kerala

Rediff.com3 days ago

A mahout from Tamil Nadu died after being attacked by an elephant he was tending near Naruvamoodu in Kerala. The incident occurred when the elephant pulled a palm leaf, dragging the mahout closer and goring him with its tusk.

Police Open Fire on Accused Killer in Andhra Pradesh

Police Open Fire on Accused Killer in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Andhra Pradesh, India, shot a 19-year-old man accused of murdering a minor girl after he allegedly attacked them with a knife during an apprehension attempt. The suspect is currently receiving medical treatment.

McIlroy dominates Masters; holds six-stroke lead

McIlroy dominates Masters; holds six-stroke lead

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rory McIlroy takes a commanding lead at the Masters, setting the stage for an exciting weekend as he aims to become the fourth player to win back-to-back titles.

Quick Commerce Hits Saturation in Metros, Profitability Challenged

Quick Commerce Hits Saturation in Metros, Profitability Challenged

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's quick-commerce (qcom) industry is facing significant profitability challenges in metro markets due to saturation and intense competition, with the number of dark stores already exceeding profitable capacity, according to a Bernstein report.

Artemis II astronauts return after historic lunar flyby

Artemis II astronauts return after historic lunar flyby

Rediff.com3 days ago

Four astronauts from NASA's Artemis II mission have safely returned to Earth after completing a historic flyby of the moon, marking the first human journey to the moon in over 50 years.

West Ham maul Wolves; out of Premier League relegation zone

West Ham maul Wolves; out of Premier League relegation zone

Rediff.com3 days ago

West Ham United secured a crucial 4-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in a Premier League match, moving them out of the relegation zone. Konstantinos Mavropanos and Valentin Castellanos each scored twice in the dominant performance.

Muraleedharan Criticises Blaming Communities for Voting Choices in Kerala

Muraleedharan Criticises Blaming Communities for Voting Choices in Kerala

Rediff.com3 days ago

Congress leader K Muraleedharan criticises blaming communities for voting choices in Kerala, responding to BJP leaders' remarks about the Catholic church. He also expresses confidence in the UDF's prospects in the upcoming election and criticises the Election Commission's arrangements.

How Rashmika Celebrated Her 30th Birthday

How Rashmika Celebrated Her 30th Birthday

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rashmika Mandanna celebrates her birthday, and makes some lovely clicks.

ED Cracks Down on Real Estate Firm Earth Infrastructures Ltd. for Homebuyer Fraud

ED Cracks Down on Real Estate Firm Earth Infrastructures Ltd. for Homebuyer Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized significant assets from Earth Infrastructures Ltd., a Delhi-based real estate company, following accusations of defrauding homebuyers. The company is currently undergoing insolvency proceedings.

IPL 2026: Why Samson's Exit Is A 'Massive Loss' For Rajasthan Royals

IPL 2026: Why Samson's Exit Is A 'Massive Loss' For Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Faf du Plessis says Sanju Samson's move to CSK is a huge loss for Rajasthan Royals, calling him the franchise's identity ahead of IPL 2026.

JD Vance touches down in Pakistan; Munir welcomes him at airport

JD Vance touches down in Pakistan; Munir welcomes him at airport

Rediff.com3 days ago

High-level peace talks between the US and Iran, facilitated by Pakistan, aim to de-escalate the conflict in West Asia and potentially reshape regional stability.

Investment Fraudster Sentenced: Court Orders Asset Auction to Repay Victims

Investment Fraudster Sentenced: Court Orders Asset Auction to Repay Victims

Rediff.com3 days ago

A special court in Thane, Maharashtra, has sentenced the mastermind of an investment fraud to rigorous imprisonment and ordered the auction of his properties to repay duped investors.

Kerala: Car of CPI(M) Rebel Supporter Set Ablaze After Elections

Kerala: Car of CPI(M) Rebel Supporter Set Ablaze After Elections

Rediff.com3 days ago

A car belonging to a CPI(M) rebel supporter was partially burnt in Mathamangalam, Kerala, amid post-election violence. The incident follows other attacks, including the burning of a shed owned by a rebel leader and attacks on supporters.

Real Madrid's LaLiga title hopes dented after Girona draw

Real Madrid's LaLiga title hopes dented after Girona draw

Rediff.com3 days ago

Real Madrid were held to a 1-1 draw by Girona, allowing Barcelona to potentially extend their lead in LaLiga.

K V Thomas Predicts LDF Victory, Cites Congress Infighting

K V Thomas Predicts LDF Victory, Cites Congress Infighting

Rediff.com3 days ago

K V Thomas, Kerala's Special Representative in New Delhi, forecasts a third term for the CPI(M)-led LDF government, attributing the UDF's potential failure to internal conflicts and criticising the BJP for introducing 'consumerism' into Kerala politics.