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Delhi protest: Pak social media handles under scanner

Delhi protest: Pak social media handles under scanner

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Delhi Police have registered four FIRs against social media handles allegedly spreading false narratives and rumours regarding protests in the capital, with several Pakistan-based accounts under scrutiny for disseminating misleading information and attempting to create an 'anti-India narrative'.

Eligibility, not identity, key for public service selection: SC judge

Eligibility, not identity, key for public service selection: SC judge

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Supreme Court Justice Vikram Nath stated that eligibility and merit, not personal identity, should be the sole criteria for selection in public service. Speaking at the UPPSC premises, he highlighted the constitutional safeguards for impartiality in public service commissions and the far-reaching impact of their selections. His visit marked a historic first for the commission.

2nd Test: Bavuma's career-best ton puts South Africa in the driving seat against Australia

2nd Test: Bavuma's career-best ton puts South Africa in the driving seat against Australia

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Temba Bavuma's career-best 179 powered South Africa to 425 for nine declared, with record partnerships alongside Marco Jansen and Simon Harmer before Kagiso Rabada struck early against Australia.

RBI MPC: Rate cuts off the table as inflation concerns mount

RBI MPC: Rate cuts off the table as inflation concerns mount

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has indicated that rate cuts are improbable in the near term, with headline inflation projected to reach 6 per cent in the third quarter. Minutes from the October meeting reveal growing concerns among members about inflation spreading beyond food and fuel, leading to a shift in policy stance towards calibrated tightening.

Online Shopping Scams: How To Stay Safe

Online Shopping Scams: How To Stay Safe

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Fake web sites, counterfeit goods, bogus delivery charges and fraudulent customer support agents are common warning signs.

Man City 'More United' After Premier League Charges, Arsenal's Zubimendi Set for Return

Man City 'More United' After Premier League Charges, Arsenal's Zubimendi Set for Return

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Manchester City's head coach Enzo Maresca stated that the club's players and supporters have grown closer following the Premier League's financial rule breach charges, while Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta provided an update on player injuries, with Martin Zubimendi potentially returning and Piero Hincapie still sidelined.

CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka walk free after peace bond, protest pledge

CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka walk free after peace bond, protest pledge

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were released from Tihar Jail on Wednesday after furnishing personal and surety bonds of Rs 50,000 each. They provided written undertakings not to breach peace or call for protests at Jantar Mantar as long as the site remains denotified. Their release followed a court order despite police seeking an extension of their judicial custody.

Captain Cummins applauds Australia's ruthlessness after dominant South Africa win

Captain Cummins applauds Australia's ruthlessness after dominant South Africa win

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Pat Cummins hailed Australia's grit and ruthlessness in their 214-run win over South Africa, praising Matt Renshaw's rescue act, Josh Hazlewood's six-wicket haul and the selectors' decisions.

Neha Bora released, Dipke to be produced in SEM court today

Neha Bora released, Dipke to be produced in SEM court today

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

All India Students' Association (AISA) president Neha Bora was released early Saturday morning after preventive detention, while Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke is set to be produced before the Special Executive Magistrate (SEM) court in Delhi for breach of peace following the 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest march.

CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka move HC for urgent hearing on custody

CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka move HC for urgent hearing on custody

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have approached the Delhi High Court for an urgent hearing to challenge the extension of their judicial custody. They were initially detained on October 13 for allegedly protesting at Jantar Mantar, a denotified site. The CJP claims bail proceedings are being deliberately delayed and argues that the special magistrate's order extending custody violates their 'Right to Liberty' and legal procedure, especially regarding surety acceptance.

Mandhana's first captaincy test begins against Zimbabwe with Champions Trophy on radar

Mandhana's first captaincy test begins against Zimbabwe with Champions Trophy on radar

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Newly-appointed India captain Smriti Mandhana outlined her team's strategy to utilise the upcoming six T20Is, including a series against Zimbabwe, as crucial preparation for the inaugural Women's Champions Trophy early next year. She emphasised setting high standards and improving in the shortest format.

Mumbai Police Arrest Two In Rs 80 Lakh Extortion Case

Mumbai Police Arrest Two In Rs 80 Lakh Extortion Case

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Mumbai Police's Crime Branch has arrested two individuals, Machhinder Ankush Pashte and Vaibhav Vilas Harad, for allegedly extorting Rs 80 lakh from a businessman. The duo was caught red-handed accepting an instalment of Rs 30 lakh in Andheri (West), having previously collected Rs 40 lakh using forged documents and threatening the victim with a pistol.

'Miracle' Thieves Targeting Elderly Bus Passengers Arrested In Beed

'Miracle' Thieves Targeting Elderly Bus Passengers Arrested In Beed

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Three men were arrested in Beed, Maharashtra, for allegedly stealing from elderly bus passengers by pretending to perform miracles. The trio, identified as Asif Ajit Madari, Afzal Salim Madari, and Hussain Hasan Madari, were apprehended after a senior citizen reported the theft of his gold ring on September 29. Police recovered the stolen ring and seized two motorcycles used in the crimes.

LFW 2026: Vote For Your Favourite Showstopper!

LFW 2026: Vote For Your Favourite Showstopper!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI 2026 gave us dramatic silhouettes, experimental fashion and plenty of celebrity moments.

Why Parthiv Patel Rejected Chief Selector Post

Why Parthiv Patel Rejected Chief Selector Post

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Parthiv Patel turned down the opportunity to become the chairman of selectors, citing 'financial issues' related to the remuneration for the role compared to his existing commitments.

Tiger Attack Claims Woman's Life Near Tadoba Reserve

Tiger Attack Claims Woman's Life Near Tadoba Reserve

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

A 45-year-old woman, Usha Ankush Gurnule, was killed in a tiger attack on Friday while working in her field in Palasgaon, near the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in Chandrapur, Maharashtra. Forest officials are monitoring the tiger's movement with camera traps and have advised villagers to exercise caution.

Kerala CM Dismisses Opposition Claims On Nedumbassery Car Crash Probe

Kerala CM Dismisses Opposition Claims On Nedumbassery Car Crash Probe

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan has dismissed Opposition allegations of lapses in the investigation of a high-profile luxury car crash in Nedumbassery that killed three youngsters. Satheesan affirmed that the probe is on the right track, countering claims of foul play and attempts to protect the accused, Suhail, who was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol. The accused were remanded to a Borstal school, a decision the CM attributed to the court.

Punjab FC Snatch Late Draw Against Mumbai City FC With Gurkirat's Equaliser

Punjab FC Snatch Late Draw Against Mumbai City FC With Gurkirat's Equaliser

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Gurkirat Singh scored a dramatic 90th-minute equaliser against his former club to help Punjab FC secure a 1-1 draw against Mumbai City FC in their Indian Super League match. Leandro Otormin had put Mumbai City ahead from the penalty spot in the 63rd minute, but Punjab fought back to earn a crucial point at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

Stampede at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal, 19 dead; govt orders probe

Stampede at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal, 19 dead; govt orders probe

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

A stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata on Saturday evening resulted in 19 deaths and 25 injuries. The Chief Minister announced compensation and a SIT probe, while officials have been detained and crowd-pulling pujas advised to close.

4th T20I: Shreyas Iyer laments bowling failures as Windies set up Bengaluru decider

4th T20I: Shreyas Iyer laments bowling failures as Windies set up Bengaluru decider

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

India's captain Shreyas Iyer attributed the team's 24-run defeat against the West Indies in the fourth T20I to poor bowling execution. The loss levelled the five-match series 2-2, setting up a decider on Saturday. West Indies skipper Shai Hope and bowler Keemo Paul also shared their perspectives on the match and pitch conditions.

IIT Bombay bars questions on caste, admission category, JEE ranks

IIT Bombay bars questions on caste, admission category, JEE ranks

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has released 'anti-discrimination guidelines' advising students, faculty, and staff against inquiring about birth, admission category, or entrance exam ranks to prevent bias. This move follows the suicide of student Sahil Wakode, whose parents alleged caste discrimination. The guidelines also prohibit hateful messages and aim to foster inclusivity on campus.

MP Police Uncover Massive Cannabis Cultivation In Cotton Fields

MP Police Uncover Massive Cannabis Cultivation In Cotton Fields

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Police in Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, on Thursday seized approximately 100 quintals of illegally cultivated cannabis plants, valued at Rs 9.42 crore, from cotton fields in three separate cases. The cultivation was found in remote hilly areas, and cases have been registered under the NDPS Act.

PSG crush Barcelona in six-goal thriller; Liverpool, Manchester City win

PSG crush Barcelona in six-goal thriller; Liverpool, Manchester City win

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

Paris St Germain defeated Barcelona 4-2 in a Champions League clash on Tuesday, ending Barcelona's perfect season record. Liverpool also secured a 4-3 comeback win against Villarreal, while Manchester City thrashed AEK Athens 5-1.

ACB Nabs Tahsildar, Surveyor In Rs 20 Lakh Bribe Case

ACB Nabs Tahsildar, Surveyor In Rs 20 Lakh Bribe Case

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Telangana's Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested a Tahsildar and a Mandal Surveyor in Abdullapurmet Mandal, Ranga Reddy district, on Monday for allegedly accepting a Rs 20 lakh bribe. The officials had initially demanded Rs 30 lakh for a survey report related to a layout under HMDA guidelines.

Assam cop accused in Zubeen death case released from jail

Assam cop accused in Zubeen death case released from jail

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Suspended Assam Police officer Sandipon Garg, an accused in the death case of singer Zubeen Garg, has been released on bail by the Gauhati High Court after nearly a year in custody. Garg, who is the singer's cousin, expressed his desire for the truth about Zubeen's death in Singapore to emerge. The state government plans to challenge the bail decisions in the Supreme Court, while investigations by both Assam Police and Singapore authorities have yielded differing conclusions regarding foul play.

Asian Games Bronze A Stepping Stone For Diya Chitale

Asian Games Bronze A Stepping Stone For Diya Chitale

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Indian table tennis player Diya Chitale, fresh off winning an Asian Games mixed doubles bronze with Manush Shah, views the medal as a crucial step towards Olympic qualification. She highlighted the importance of mental preparation and an aggressive strategy, which helped them defeat a higher-ranked Hong Kong pair. Chitale aims to improve world rankings through upcoming WTT tournaments and the World Championships.

Reckless Truck Driver Apprehended After Fatal Dwarka Accident

Reckless Truck Driver Apprehended After Fatal Dwarka Accident

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

A man died and three others were injured in a truck-motorcycle collision in Dwarka, southwest Delhi, on Saturday. The truck driver has been apprehended, and police are investigating the incident.

Davidovich Fokina fights back to claim Shanghai crown, set for career-high ranking

Davidovich Fokina fights back to claim Shanghai crown, set for career-high ranking

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Alejandro Davidovich Fokina rallied from a set down to defeat Rafael Jodar in three sets, capture his biggest career title at Shanghai and secure a projected career-high ranking.

CII White Paper Outlines Path To $100 Billion Media & Entertainment Sector

CII White Paper Outlines Path To $100 Billion Media & Entertainment Sector

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A CII white paper released Thursday outlines a strategy for India's media and entertainment sector to achieve a USD 100 billion valuation by the early 2030s, requiring an annual growth rate of 15 per cent and significant policy reforms. The paper identifies key areas for growth, including broadcasting reform, anti-piracy measures, and investment in regional markets.

Muhammad Rizwan gets Pakistan board's nod to resume domestic cricket amid inquiry

Muhammad Rizwan gets Pakistan board's nod to resume domestic cricket amid inquiry

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Muhammad Rizwan has been allowed by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to resume playing domestic cricket, despite an ongoing inquiry into allegations of online betting and leaking dressing-room information. Rizwan, along with Imam-ul-Haq, was previously barred from playing and has appeared before the National Cyber Crime Cell (NCCA) for questioning, with his phone seized for forensic examination. A reliable source indicates the inquiry is cooling down and could conclude soon.

Tilak Varma discusses India's changing batting order, his preparation for the finisher's role and the positives from the West Indies T20I series ahead of New Zealand.

Tilak Varma discusses India's changing batting order, his preparation for the finisher's role and the positives from the West Indies T20I series ahead of New Zealand.

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Tilak Varma discusses India's changing batting order, his preparation for the finisher's role and the positives from the West Indies T20I series ahead of New Zealand.

AITA Organises Free All-Women Tennis Coaching Course In New Delhi

AITA Organises Free All-Women Tennis Coaching Course In New Delhi

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) is conducting a free, all-women coaching course in New Delhi from October 24 to 30. This initiative aims to create a structured pathway for women in tennis coaching, supported by MYAS, SAI, and DLTA, and has attracted 48 entries.

Fadnavis calls Tiger Shroff, assures swift arrest of shooters

Fadnavis calls Tiger Shroff, assures swift arrest of shooters

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called actor Tiger Shroff and spoke to him following the firing incident and assured him that the accused would be traced and apprehended at the earliest.

Who Owns A House When Parents Pay?

Who Owns A House When Parents Pay?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Property ownership disputes depend on the registered deed, the parties' intentions, financial contributions and available evidence.

AISA president Neha Bora moves HC, challenges police peace bond notice

AISA president Neha Bora moves HC, challenges police peace bond notice

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

All India Students' Association (AISA) President Neha Bora has approached the Delhi High Court challenging a Delhi Police notice requiring her to execute a bond for "keeping peace" under Section 126 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). Bora, who was previously detained, argues the notice is vague and an attempt to suppress peaceful dissent.

Why Tilak Varma is willing to give up his No 3 spot

Why Tilak Varma is willing to give up his No 3 spot

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

India's T20I vice-captain Tilak Varma discusses his adaptability to the middle-order batting position despite his preference for No. 3. He explains the mental adjustments required for different roles and clarifies the recent run-out incident in the third T20I against West Indies. India leads the series 2-1 ahead of the fourth T20I in Hyderabad.

Sebi confirms Rajesh Exports curbs, flags incomplete information in probe

Sebi confirms Rajesh Exports curbs, flags incomplete information in probe

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has confirmed its interim directions against Rajesh Exports and its chairman, Rajesh Mehta, due to unresolved concerns regarding financial disclosures, consolidation of overseas subsidiaries, and alleged fund routing through related parties.

Key Arrests In Lucknow Cafe Owner Shiva Sharma Death Case

Key Arrests In Lucknow Cafe Owner Shiva Sharma Death Case

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Model Shraddha Dubey, her driver Danish, and sister Rashmi Dubey have been arrested in Nagpur in connection with the death of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma. Sharma's family alleges he was assaulted and tortured before his death, leading to a murder investigation. Dubey denies involvement, claiming Sharma jumped due to debt.

Gurugram: Thai Woman Arrested For Expired Visa, Landlord Booked

Gurugram: Thai Woman Arrested For Expired Visa, Landlord Booked

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

A Thai woman was apprehended in Gurugram by the CM Flying Squad for overstaying her visa and entering India via Nepal. Her landlord was also booked for failing to file the mandatory 'C-Form' for foreign national accommodation.

Thane Police Arrest Man In Labourer Murder Case

Thane Police Arrest Man In Labourer Murder Case

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A 20-year-old man, Gaurav Waghe, has been arrested in Thane for allegedly murdering a 29-year-old labourer. The incident occurred after a heated argument in the Uttarshiv area on Thursday.