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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.

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.

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.

Malaika Arora Shimmers At A Wedding

Malaika Arora Shimmers At A Wedding

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

There may have few guests at the wedding but Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur threw open the doors for their reception, inviting a happy mix of film and cricket folk.

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.

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.

Artemis II Ends With Pacific Splashdown After Historic Moon Mission

Artemis II Ends With Pacific Splashdown After Historic Moon Mission

Rediff.com3 days ago

Glimpses from Artemis II's dramatic return to Earth

UP ATS arrests cleric in Deoband over social media posts and Pakistan links

UP ATS arrests cleric in Deoband over social media posts and Pakistan links

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested a Muslim cleric from Deoband for allegedly sharing inflammatory content on social media and maintaining contacts with individuals in Pakistan.

Iranian delegation carries photos, belongings of Minab victims

Iranian delegation carries photos, belongings of Minab victims

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Iranian delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, arrived in Islamabad for talks with the US, carrying images of victims from the Minab school attack on their official flight.

Did Ranveer Singh Snub Shah Rukh Khan At Anant Ambani Bash?

Did Ranveer Singh Snub Shah Rukh Khan At Anant Ambani Bash?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bollywood is abuzz with reports of Ranveer Singh allegedly ignoring Shah Rukh Khan at Anant Ambani's star-studded birthday bash.

Won't allow Iran to impose tolls on Strait of Hormuz: Trump

Won't allow Iran to impose tolls on Strait of Hormuz: Trump

Rediff.com3 days ago

Trump criticised Iran for attempting to use international waterways for leverage, stating that the United States had restrained itself only to allow space for negotiations.

Modi vows to expedite citizenship for Matua, Namasudra refugees if BJP wins Bengal

Modi vows to expedite citizenship for Matua, Namasudra refugees if BJP wins Bengal

Rediff.com3 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Katwa, West Bengal, promising to expedite the process of granting citizenship to Matua and Namasudra refugee families if the BJP comes to power. He also criticised illegal immigration and the Trinamool Congress government.

Chennithala Accuses BJP of Trying to Intimidate Kerala Church Leaders

Chennithala Accuses BJP of Trying to Intimidate Kerala Church Leaders

Rediff.com3 days ago

Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has accused the BJP of attempting to intimidate bishops and church leaders in Kerala to gain their support, asserting that such tactics will not succeed in the state.

Iranian delegation reaches Islamabad for peace talks

Iranian delegation reaches Islamabad for peace talks

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delegations from the US and Iran have arrived in Islamabad for talks aimed at resolving the conflict between the two nations, following a ceasefire brokered by Pakistan. The negotiations are being closely watched due to their potential impact on regional security and global diplomacy.

ED Revisits Partha Chatterjee's Home in School Jobs Scam Investigation

ED Revisits Partha Chatterjee's Home in School Jobs Scam Investigation

Rediff.com3 days ago

Enforcement Directorate officials conducted a raid at the Kolkata residence of former West Bengal education minister Partha Chatterjee in connection with the ongoing school jobs recruitment scam investigation.

Enforcement Directorate Intensifies Probe in West Bengal Teachers' Scam

Enforcement Directorate Intensifies Probe in West Bengal Teachers' Scam

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate conducted fresh searches against former West Bengal education minister Partha Chatterjee and others as part of a money laundering investigation into an alleged teachers recruitment scam.

Instagram Tightens Teen Content Controls in India

Instagram Tightens Teen Content Controls in India

Rediff.com3 days ago

The updated content settings will mean that teenagers in India will be able to view only content similar to what they would likely see in an age-appropriate movie.

Drunken Brawl Turns Deadly: Delhi Labourer Killed, Two Arrested

Drunken Brawl Turns Deadly: Delhi Labourer Killed, Two Arrested

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 34-year-old labourer died after a drunken scuffle with co-workers at the Ghazipur poultry market in east Delhi. Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the case.

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshi smashes 15-ball 50 as RR crush RCB to extend winning streak

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshi smashes 15-ball 50 as RR crush RCB to extend winning streak

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rajat Patidar's aggressive innings helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru reach a total of 201 for 8 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match, after a shaky start.