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PSG edge past Bayern to reach Champions League final

PSG edge past Bayern to reach Champions League final

Rediff.com4 days ago

Paris St Germain drew 1-1 with Bayern Munich, securing a 6-5 aggregate victory and a place in the Champions League final against Arsenal.

Akhilesh Yadav meets Mamata, extends support after Bengal poll rout

Akhilesh Yadav meets Mamata, extends support after Bengal poll rout

Rediff.com3 days ago

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav met TMC leader Mamata Banerjee to express solidarity after the TMC's defeat in the West Bengal assembly elections. The meeting highlights efforts by opposition parties to strategise and strengthen unity against the BJP.

Amit Shah Praises Operation Sindoor's Success

Amit Shah Praises Operation Sindoor's Success

Rediff.com4 days ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed Operation Sindoor as a landmark mission, commemorating its first anniversary and underscoring India's military strength and resolve against cross-border terrorism.

Adhikari Confident Police Will Solve Rath Murder Case

Adhikari Confident Police Will Solve Rath Murder Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has expressed confidence that the police will solve the murder of his executive assistant, Chandranath Rath, stating that investigators are making progress.

Unincorporated Sector Drives Job Growth, Digital Divide Persists

Unincorporated Sector Drives Job Growth, Digital Divide Persists

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's unincorporated non-agricultural sector, excluding construction and corporate enterprises, added approximately 7.5 million workers in a single year, reaching 128.1 million employed in 2025, according to the NSO's ASUSE 2025 report.

Four Booked For Abduction And Assault In Pratapgarh

Four Booked For Abduction And Assault In Pratapgarh

Rediff.com4 days ago

Four people have been booked in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly abducting and assaulting a man, tying him to a tree, and beating him. The incident, captured in a viral video, occurred under the Kunda police station limits, prompting a police investigation and condemnation from political figures.

Bengal on edge as Suvendu Adhikari's close aide shot dead; driver critical

Bengal on edge as Suvendu Adhikari's close aide shot dead; driver critical

Rediff.com4 days ago

A personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, triggering political tensions and a police investigation.

How Sawan Barwal Shattered a Decades-Old Marathon Record

How Sawan Barwal Shattered a Decades-Old Marathon Record

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Sawan Barwal broke the 48-year-old national marathon record at the NN Marathon Rotterdam, clocking 2 hours 11 minutes and 58 seconds.

'He should definitely play Tests': Pujara on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'He should definitely play Tests': Pujara on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com4 days ago

Cheteshwar Pujara says teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should aim for Test cricket despite his explosive IPL success with Rajasthan Royals.

Teenager Murdered In Nagpur Love Triangle

Teenager Murdered In Nagpur Love Triangle

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death by two minors in Nagpur over a love affair, police said on Wednesday. The incident occurred late Tuesday night in Vajpayee Nagar area under the jurisdiction of Kalamna police station.

Mother's Day Special Bollywood Quiz

Mother's Day Special Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

FedEx And ServiceNow Collaborate On AI-Powered Supply Chain

FedEx And ServiceNow Collaborate On AI-Powered Supply Chain

Rediff.com3 days ago

FedEx and ServiceNow have expanded their collaboration to develop an AI-powered supply chain solution aimed at optimising workflows and enhancing customer experiences. The partnership was announced at the Knowledge 2026 AI conference in Las Vegas.

Delhi Sees Rise In Crimes Against Foreigners: NCRB Data

Delhi Sees Rise In Crimes Against Foreigners: NCRB Data

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi recorded the highest number of crimes against foreigners in India in 2024, according to the latest NCRB data. The city reported 64 cases, a rise from 63 in the previous year, and accounted for almost the entire share of crimes against foreigners reported in union territories.

Indian Super League: Punjab FC edge Chennaiyin FC, move to sixth spot

Indian Super League: Punjab FC edge Chennaiyin FC, move to sixth spot

Rediff.com4 days ago

Punjab FC secured a 1-0 victory over Chennaiyin FC in their Indian Super League encounter, thanks to a late own goal. The win moves Punjab FC into sixth place, while Chennaiyin FC remain at the bottom of the table.

TMC Demands CBI Investigation Into BJP Leader's PA Murder

TMC Demands CBI Investigation Into BJP Leader's PA Murder

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Trinamool Congress has condemned the murder of Chandranath Rath, personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, and demanded a court-monitored CBI probe into the incident.

Delhi sees surge in crimes against Scheduled Tribes in 2024

Delhi sees surge in crimes against Scheduled Tribes in 2024

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi recorded four cases of 'crimes and atrocities against Scheduled Tribes (STs)' in 2024, up from two reported in 2023, according to the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data.

Defensive Errors Cost India In U-17 Asian Cup Loss

Defensive Errors Cost India In U-17 Asian Cup Loss

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's Under-17 AFC Asian Cup campaign began with a 0-4 defeat to Australia, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities and missed opportunities.

Trio Arrested In Ahmedabad For Illegal Cow Slaughter

Trio Arrested In Ahmedabad For Illegal Cow Slaughter

Rediff.com4 days ago

Three individuals have been arrested in Ahmedabad's Vejalpur area for allegedly slaughtering cows in violation of Gujarat's strict laws against cow slaughter. The arrests followed a police raid on an open field where the act was reportedly taking place.

IPL 2026, SRH vs PBKS: Klaasen, Kishan star in SRH's commanding win over Punjab Kings

IPL 2026, SRH vs PBKS: Klaasen, Kishan star in SRH's commanding win over Punjab Kings

Rediff.com4 days ago

Heinrich Klaasen (69) and Ishan Kishan (55) made Punjab Kings pay dearly for their sloppy fielding, powering Sunrisers Hyderabad to a handsome 41-run win to jump to the top of the table in the IPL, in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

IPL 2026: 'Dropped catches cost us': Iyer slams PBKS fielding

IPL 2026: 'Dropped catches cost us': Iyer slams PBKS fielding

Rediff.com4 days ago

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledges his team's recent slump after a loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad, highlighting dropped catches and missed opportunities as key factors.

10 Smart Ways Make Your Job Loss A Career Advantage

10 Smart Ways Make Your Job Loss A Career Advantage

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Venkat Lakshminarasimha, executive director, DISC, at Dexian, an AI and tech staffing firm, recommends how a positive, proactive approach can help you overcome setbacks and reposition yourself as an adaptable asset.

Man detained for threatening to bomb two Mumbai hotels

Man detained for threatening to bomb two Mumbai hotels

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mumbai police have detained a man for allegedly threatening to blow up two prominent hotels in south Mumbai, including the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel.

Lashkar operative's property seized in J-K narco-terror probe

Lashkar operative's property seized in J-K narco-terror probe

Rediff.com4 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir Police's State Investigation Agency (SIA) has attached a property belonging to a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operative in a narco-terror case in Kupwara district.

Bengaluru Police Attacked After Asking Youths To Stop Drinking In Public

Bengaluru Police Attacked After Asking Youths To Stop Drinking In Public

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two police officers in Bengaluru were allegedly abused and assaulted by a group of four youths after asking them to stop consuming alcohol in a public place. Two suspects, including an engineering student and a software engineer, have been arrested, and efforts are underway to apprehend the remaining two.

Suvendu Adhikari's PA Shot At In West Bengal

Suvendu Adhikari's PA Shot At In West Bengal

Rediff.com4 days ago

Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant, Chandranath Rath, was shot at by unidentified assailants in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. He sustained multiple bullet injuries and is currently hospitalised. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

Udaan Operations Disrupted By Fraudulent SMS Scam: All You Need To Know

Udaan Operations Disrupted By Fraudulent SMS Scam: All You Need To Know

Rediff.com4 days ago

An FIR has been registered against unknown individuals for allegedly sending fraudulent messages in the name of e-commerce platform Udaan, promising cash rewards and disrupting its operations.

How Delhi Police Apprehended Long-Absconding Offenders

How Delhi Police Apprehended Long-Absconding Offenders

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested three long-absconding proclaimed offenders, including two wanted under the POCSO Act and one in an attempted murder case, following a multi-state operation across Bihar and Jharkhand.

48 hours after rout, revolt brews in TMC, leaders blame top brass

48 hours after rout, revolt brews in TMC, leaders blame top brass

Rediff.com4 days ago

Following a significant defeat to the BJP, Trinamool Congress leaders are openly criticising the party leadership, citing mismanagement and lack of support as key factors in the election outcome.

Mumbai family deaths: No bacterial infection detected in initial report

Mumbai family deaths: No bacterial infection detected in initial report

Rediff.com4 days ago

An initial report has ruled out bacterial infection in the deaths of four Mumbai family members who consumed watermelon. Further investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of death.

Man Killed After Family Dispute In Maharashtra's Beed

Man Killed After Family Dispute In Maharashtra's Beed

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 55-year-old man was beaten to death in Maharashtra's Beed district following a dispute between his family and another, police said.

Hyderabad Man Arrested For Fake Police Videos

Hyderabad Man Arrested For Fake Police Videos

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 27-year-old man in Hyderabad has been arrested for allegedly impersonating a police official and uploading fabricated videos on social media platforms using AI to gain followers.

Why Overall Crime Rate In India Dipped In 2024

Why Overall Crime Rate In India Dipped In 2024

Rediff.com4 days ago

India recorded a 6% dip in overall crime in 2024, with 58.85 lakh cases registered compared to 62.41 lakh in 2023, according to the National Crime Records Bureau. Crime rates per lakh population also decreased, with Kerala, Puducherry, and West Bengal leading in solving crimes. While some crimes like those against women and SC/STs saw declines, cybercrime and crimes against senior citizens increased.

Faridabad Interior Decorator Found Dead After Altercation

Faridabad Interior Decorator Found Dead After Altercation

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 26-year-old interior decorator was found dead in a Faridabad guest house after an argument with his girlfriend. The family alleges foul play and suspects murder.

Shikhar Dhawan Formally Registers Marriage In Gurugram

Shikhar Dhawan Formally Registers Marriage In Gurugram

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan and his wife Sophie Shine formally registered their marriage in Gurugram, completing the formalities at the registrar's office.

AIADMK legislators moved to Puducherry amid TVK push for majority

AIADMK legislators moved to Puducherry amid TVK push for majority

Rediff.com4 days ago

AIADMK MLAs have been moved to Puducherry amid TVK's efforts to secure a majority in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, according to an AIADMK spokesperson.

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

Rediff.com4 days ago

Cheteshwar Pujara expresses surprise at Rishabh Pant's inability to replicate his Test cricket success in the IPL, suggesting a need for greater clarity in his approach to T20 batting. Pujara also addresses Hardik Pandya's captaincy and defends Suryakumar Yadav's form.

Suvendu Adhikari's PA Murdered: What We Know

Suvendu Adhikari's PA Murdered: What We Know

Rediff.com4 days ago

Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant, Chandranath Rath, was shot dead in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. The incident has heightened political tensions in the state.

Gurugram: Four Arrested In Kidnapping Case Linked To Grindr App

Gurugram: Four Arrested In Kidnapping Case Linked To Grindr App

Rediff.com4 days ago

Gurugram police have arrested four individuals for allegedly kidnapping, assaulting, and forcibly transferring money from a 22-year-old man after contacting him through the Grindr app.

Family Demands Compensation For Retired Brigadier Killed In Crossfire

Family Demands Compensation For Retired Brigadier Killed In Crossfire

Rediff.com4 days ago

The family of retired Brigadier Mukesh Joshi, who died in a crossfire in Rajpur, Dehradun, is seeking Rs 1 crore compensation from the Uttarakhand government, citing his distinguished military service and the state's responsibility to protect its citizens.

IPL 2026: 'RCB can defend title': Raina backs Bengaluru

IPL 2026: 'RCB can defend title': Raina backs Bengaluru

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are the favourites to defend their Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2026. He also acknowledged Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans as strong contenders.