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SC judge recuses from plea on judicial appointment delays

SC judge recuses from plea on judicial appointment delays

Rediff.com1 days ago

Supreme Court Justice PS Narasimha has recused himself from hearing a Public Interest Litigation concerning the prolonged delay in finalising the revised Memorandum of Procedure for appointing judges to the Supreme Court and High Courts. The PIL highlights that the MoP has remained unfinalised for nearly 11 years and criticises the absence of clear selection criteria. Justice Narasimha's recusal stems from his previous involvement as Additional Solicitor General in the NJAC proceedings.

Kolkata Police Question Former Minister's Daughter In Durga Puja Pass Scam

Kolkata Police Question Former Minister's Daughter In Durga Puja Pass Scam

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kolkata Police have summoned Avery Sen, daughter of former West Bengal minister Indranil Sen, for questioning in connection with the Durga Puja preview pass scam and the alleged unauthorised use of the UNESCO name and logo. This follows the arrest of Indranil Sen and the questioning of his wife, Madhuchhanda Sen, as investigators trace financial transactions linked to the case.

Assam Police Attacked By Drunk Driver, Handyman At Station

Assam Police Attacked By Drunk Driver, Handyman At Station

Rediff.com1 days ago

Four police personnel in Assam's Nagaon district were injured after being attacked by a drunk truck driver and his handyman inside Samaguri Police Station. The duo was brought in for questioning following a hit-and-run incident on Sunday night.

Karnataka Tennis Association Leads Way In Sports Governance Reform

Karnataka Tennis Association Leads Way In Sports Governance Reform

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) has become the first state tennis body in India to adopt the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. This move, following AITA's earlier adoption of constitutional amendments, aims to promote transparency, accountability, and ethical administration in sports.

My dad didn't want me to race in F1: Kimi Antonelli

My dad didn't want me to race in F1: Kimi Antonelli

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kimi Antonelli, the 20-year-old Mercedes driver, has become Formula One's youngest champion, a culmination of a lifelong passion for racing shared with his father and significant investment from Mercedes in his generational talent.

Reliance-led rally, falling crude oil prices drive Sensex up 1,233 points

Reliance-led rally, falling crude oil prices drive Sensex up 1,233 points

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed significantly higher, with the Sensex rallying 1,233 points and the Nifty climbing to 23,440.80. This surge was primarily fuelled by a sharp increase in Reliance Industries' share price following strong quarterly earnings and a notable decline in crude oil prices.

Manisha Bhanwala Credits Pro Wrestling League For World Championship Gold

Manisha Bhanwala Credits Pro Wrestling League For World Championship Gold

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's first woman Senior World Wrestling Championships gold medallist, Manisha Bhanwala, attributes her mental toughness and success to the rigorous schedule and international exposure gained from the Pro Wrestling League (PWL). She highlights how PWL's back-to-back bouts and shared training with global stars prepared her for high-pressure situations, especially after her Asian Games disappointment. Manisha also looks forward to PWL Season 6 for Olympic qualification practice and believes the league helps popularise wrestling's technical aspects.

Proteas look to strengthen their hold atop Test rankings as Bangladesh beckon

Proteas look to strengthen their hold atop Test rankings as Bangladesh beckon

Rediff.com1 days ago

South Africa have recalled batters Tony de Zorzi and Zubayr Hamza to their squad for the upcoming two-match home Test series against Bangladesh, while seamer Lungi Ngidi remains sidelined due to injury.

Apple TV 4K Arrives At Rs 39,900

Apple TV 4K Arrives At Rs 39,900

Rediff.com1 days ago

Apple's new Apple TV 4K (4th Generation) brings Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, 128 GB of storage and an upgraded Siri Remote to home entertainment.

Arshdeep Defends Girlfriend Against Trolls

Arshdeep Defends Girlfriend Against Trolls

Rediff.com1 days ago

Fast bowler Arshdeep Singh defends girlfriend Samreen Kaur after she fiercely responded to online trolls criticising their relationship.

Ramayana's Laxman Celebrates Diwali With Rakul, Ajay Devgn

Ramayana's Laxman Celebrates Diwali With Rakul, Ajay Devgn

Rediff.com1 days ago

The guest list in Producer Anand Pandit's Diwali bash includes the who's who of Bollywood.

Suspected Murder-Suicide Rocks Bhopal Family

Suspected Murder-Suicide Rocks Bhopal Family

Rediff.com1 days ago

Four members of a family were found dead with their throats slit at their home in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Police suspect a male relative killed them before dying by suicide on a railway track.

Court Denies Bail To Man Accused Of Heroin, MDMA Possession

Court Denies Bail To Man Accused Of Heroin, MDMA Possession

Rediff.com1 days ago

A local court in New Delhi has denied bail to Abhishek Singh, who was arrested for possessing heroin and MDMA. The court cited the serious nature of the allegations and the ongoing investigation to ascertain the source and supply chain of the seized narcotics. The prosecution highlighted the risk of flight and the need for further investigation, while the defence argued false implication and procedural discrepancies.

Afghanistan climb to 6th in ICC ODI Rankings, surpass Sri Lanka

Afghanistan climb to 6th in ICC ODI Rankings, surpass Sri Lanka

Rediff.com1 days ago

Afghanistan has achieved its highest-ever position in the ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings, climbing to 6th spot and surpassing Sri Lanka, following impressive performances including a 4-0 series win over Ireland and an unbeaten tri-series campaign.

Minor Victim Identifies Granite Baron In Sexual Harassment Case

Minor Victim Identifies Granite Baron In Sexual Harassment Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

A minor victim has identified granite baron R Veeramani, the main accused in an alleged sexual harassment case, during an identification parade at Puzhal Central Prison. Veeramani is among eight individuals arrested by the Greater Chennai Police's Anti-Vice Squad for multiple cases involving minors. Authorities are also taking steps to prevent suspects from fleeing and to bring back an alleged accomplice from abroad.

Shuchita Patel is fighting polls in former KKK territory

Shuchita Patel is fighting polls in former KKK territory

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shuchita Patel, an Indian-American Democrat, is making a historic bid for Forsyth County Commissioner in Georgia, a region with a dark racial past. Running against a 16-year unopposed incumbent, Patel aims to bring change and stand up to what she calls a "bully" opponent, driven by a desire to create a better community for future generations amidst a deeply divided American political landscape.

Pakistan Camp Sees Drone Attack, Police Injured

Pakistan Camp Sees Drone Attack, Police Injured

Rediff.com1 days ago

A drone attack on an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Bannu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, northwest Pakistan, injured three police personnel on Sunday. The quadcopter drone targeted Tower No. 3 of the camp. Security forces fired upon the drone, forcing it to retreat. No group has claimed responsibility for the incident, which has raised security concerns.

Prannoy Leads Indian Charge At Korea Open As Sen Withdraws

Prannoy Leads Indian Charge At Korea Open As Sen Withdraws

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's badminton contingent, led by HS Prannoy, is set to compete at the USD 500,000 Super 500 Korea Open. Newly-crowned Hylo Open champion Lakshya Sen has withdrawn, placing more responsibility on Prannoy. Young talents like Tanvi Sharma, Malvika Bansod, and Anmol Kharb will also feature, alongside Indian doubles pairs.

Meet F1's Youngest 5 World Champions

Meet F1's Youngest 5 World Champions

Rediff.com1 days ago

Italy's Kimi Antonelli, who turned 20 last August 25, became Formula One's youngest world champion at the Mexico City Grand Prix on Sunday.

Manufacturing Sector Sees Softer Growth in October, PMI at 54.7

Manufacturing Sector Sees Softer Growth in October, PMI at 54.7

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's manufacturing sector activity saw a moderated growth in October, with the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) falling to 54.7 from 55.1 in September, driven by softer increases in output and new orders, though strong international demand provided some support.

Sanjay Gupta's Wife: 'Nothing Can Ever Fill The Void'

Sanjay Gupta's Wife: 'Nothing Can Ever Fill The Void'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Having grown up away from the glare of the limelight and the intrusive nature of paparazzi culture, the children were deeply distressed by the sudden intrusion into their privacy at such a difficult time.' 'In their grief and anguish, some of their reactions may have been directed towards certain members of the media. I sincerely regret any hurt this may have caused.'

Govt gets power to intervene in airline fares amid high prices

Govt gets power to intervene in airline fares amid high prices

Rediff.com1 days ago

The government has introduced new aviation rules, the Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, granting it the power to intervene in airline ticket pricing during extraordinary situations.

Amitabh Bachchan Gets Bulletproof Shield For Sunday Darshan

Amitabh Bachchan Gets Bulletproof Shield For Sunday Darshan

Rediff.com1 days ago

Amitabh Bachchan has implemented a new security protocol for his weekly Sunday darshan, greeting fans from within a bulletproof shield.

2027 won't be a two-horse race, says Carlos Alcaraz

2027 won't be a two-horse race, says Carlos Alcaraz

Rediff.com1 days ago

'I don't like to say it's going to be Jannik and me and the rest. Let's see who's going to be there. I'm pretty sure that a lot of players are going to show up.'

Ahmedabad Crime Branch Detains 61 Illegal Immigrants Ahead Of Diwali

Ahmedabad Crime Branch Detains 61 Illegal Immigrants Ahead Of Diwali

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has detained 61 illegal immigrants, mostly from Bangladesh, in a city-wide operation aimed at enhancing public safety before Diwali. This crackdown follows previous detentions of hundreds of illegal Bangladeshi nationals in Ahmedabad, highlighting ongoing efforts to identify and deport foreign nationals residing illegally.

Mumbai Gets A New Cultural Destination

Mumbai Gets A New Cultural Destination

Rediff.com1 days ago

Readers expecting the familiar sensory experience of the smell of books, rows of paperbacks, and the quiet satisfaction of browsing without an agenda will find something different.

Is Bigg Boss Favouring Love Gill?

Is Bigg Boss Favouring Love Gill?

Rediff.com1 days ago

The same Salman Khan who once called out Nehal Chudasama and Baseer Ali's fake romance seems to be conveniently encouraging Scout OP and Love Gill's confused bhai-behen relationship on Bigg Boss 20.

Punjab man sends son out, stabs wife to death; cleans knife

Punjab man sends son out, stabs wife to death; cleans knife

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 50-year-old man in Ludhiana allegedly stabbed his 49-year-old wife to death on suspicion of infidelity, just two days after returning from Australia. The victim, Kamaldeep Kaur, was found with multiple stab wounds by her son. The accused, Ravinder Singh, has been arrested, and police suspect the murder was premeditated.

MP CM Orders Probe After Police Officer Killed By Illicit Liquor Truck

MP CM Orders Probe After Police Officer Killed By Illicit Liquor Truck

Rediff.com1 days ago

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has ordered an impartial probe into the death of police officer Dilip Puri, who was allegedly run over by a truck carrying illicit liquor in Dewas district. The CM also announced a job as sub-inspector for Puri's wife on compassionate grounds and financial assistance of Rs 1 crore for the family.

Women Need A Year Of Emergency Savings

Women Need A Year Of Emergency Savings

Rediff.com1 days ago

Financial independence begins not only with earning or investing more but also with knowing what one owns, understanding where one's money is held and taking responsibility for managing it.

Mukesh, Siraj shine but New Zealand A take 78-run lead on Day 3

Mukesh, Siraj shine but New Zealand A take 78-run lead on Day 3

Rediff.com1 days ago

Pacers Mukesh Kumar claimed a five-wicket haul, while Mohammed Siraj bagged four wickets but New Zealand A managed to grab a vital 78-run first innings lead courtesy of their lower order batters on Day 3 of the second unofficial Test.

Bengaluru Police Intensify Probe Into Siddaramaiah Sting Operation

Bengaluru Police Intensify Probe Into Siddaramaiah Sting Operation

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bengaluru Police's Central Crime Branch conducted searches at the residence and office of Kannada news channel head Rakesh Shetty. This action is part of an ongoing investigation into an alleged sting operation targeting former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The probe involves videos uploaded to YouTube and the recent arrest of Ritesh Pandey, with further details emerging about the mobile phone used in the operation.

Bollywood Gets Into The Halloween Spirit

Bollywood Gets Into The Halloween Spirit

Rediff.com1 days ago

From spooky vampires and Wednesday Addams to Batman and princesses, Bollywood stars had plenty of fun celebrating Halloween 2026.

Gambhir hails India's T20 series win in New Zealand, sets tone for tour

Gambhir hails India's T20 series win in New Zealand, sets tone for tour

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has lauded the Shreyas Iyer-led T20 team for their impressive 3-2 series victory against New Zealand, achieved despite minimal preparation time and challenging conditions, setting a strong precedent for the upcoming ODI and Test matches.

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Cyber Fraud Ring

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Cyber Fraud Ring

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police has arrested three men for operating an inter-state cyber fraud syndicate that targeted individuals, particularly in Tamil Nadu, by promising personal loans, insurance policies, and employment opportunities. The accused collected advance fees without delivering services, leading to a police investigation and arrests.

IndiGo to receive A350s from 2028, eyes long-haul market with three-class configuration

IndiGo to receive A350s from 2028, eyes long-haul market with three-class configuration

Rediff.com1 days ago

IndiGo CEO Willie Walsh announced that the airline expects to begin receiving wide-body A350 aircraft from the second quarter of 2028, featuring a three-class configuration, as the airline sees significant opportunities in the long-haul market despite industry challenges like rising fuel costs.

Tatas Head For November Showdown

Tatas Head For November Showdown

Rediff.com1 days ago

N Chandrasekaran and Noel Tata are expected to attend the Tata Steel board meeting on November 7 to approve Q2 results and the Tata Sons board meeting in the second half of November.

Fulton Hints At Major Changes For India Hockey Squad With An Eye On LA 2028 Olympics

Fulton Hints At Major Changes For India Hockey Squad With An Eye On LA 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian men's hockey team chief coach Craig Fulton has indicated significant squad changes for the upcoming Pro League as the team enters a transition phase targeting the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Fulton plans to select a new squad for the February Pro League and will assess players after the New Zealand tour to form a core group for future assignments. He also highlighted the need for improvement against higher-ranked European teams despite recent Asian Games success.

Multiple Maharashtra Courts Receive Bomb Threat Emails

Multiple Maharashtra Courts Receive Bomb Threat Emails

Rediff.com1 days ago

District and sessions courts across several Maharashtra cities, including Pune, Thane, Hingoli, Beed, and Nanded, received email threats of bomb blasts on Monday. This led to evacuations and extensive searches by police and bomb disposal squads. All threats were later declared hoaxes, and investigations are underway to trace the source of these emails.

Velavan Senthilkumar Powers Into PSA Czech Open Final

Velavan Senthilkumar Powers Into PSA Czech Open Final

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian squash player Velavan Senthilkumar has reached the final of the USD 35,000 PSA Czech Open in Brno after defeating higher-ranked Frenchman Auguste Dussourd in straight games. Senthilkumar, ranked 42nd, will now compete against top seed Greg Lobban of Scotland for the title.