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Prime Minister Modi To Meet Asian Para Games Medal Winners

Prime Minister Modi To Meet Asian Para Games Medal Winners

Rediff.com4 Nov 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet and interact with India's medal-winners from the recent Asian Para Games on Thursday at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex. India achieved its best-ever performance at the Games, securing 114 medals.

Sen, Srikanth Secure Wins At Kumamoto Masters

Sen, Srikanth Secure Wins At Kumamoto Masters

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian shuttlers Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth have advanced to the second round of the Kumamoto Masters Japan Super 500 badminton tournament. Sen defeated Chinese Taipei's Chi Yu Jen in straight games, while Srikanth made a comeback to beat Denmark's Rasmus Gemke. However, India faced defeats in the doubles matches.

Delhi Police Secures Extradition Of Rape Accused From UAE

Delhi Police Secures Extradition Of Rape Accused From UAE

Rediff.com7 days ago

A senior manager of a jewellery firm, Sajeer Palli Mooppan, wanted in a rape case, has been extradited from the UAE to India. The extradition followed extensive coordination between Delhi Police, Interpol, CBI, and Indian ministries. The accused allegedly sexually assaulted a woman in October 2025, fled to Dubai in January 2026, and was brought back to Delhi on Wednesday after a Red Corner Notice was issued.

InsuranceDekho and RenewBuy merge to create India's largest AI-powered insurance platform

InsuranceDekho and RenewBuy merge to create India's largest AI-powered insurance platform

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

InsuranceDekho and RenewBuy have merged to establish India's largest artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled insurance distribution platform, targeting a significant premium book and extensive reach across the country.

Head Clerk Caught Red-Handed Accepting Bribe In Kerala

Head Clerk Caught Red-Handed Accepting Bribe In Kerala

Rediff.com31 Oct 2026

A head clerk of Ayroor Grama Panchayat in Kerala was arrested by the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a Rs 5,000 bribe from a fish trader. The clerk had demanded money to avoid penalising the trader for operating an unlicensed business, despite the trader's pending licence transfer application.

Police Thwart Major Crime, Seize AK-56 In Gumla Operation

Police Thwart Major Crime, Seize AK-56 In Gumla Operation

Rediff.com30 Oct 2026

Police in Gumla, Jharkhand, have arrested one man and seized a significant cache of illegal weapons, including an AK-56 rifle, following an operation to thwart a planned major crime. The operation led to the recovery of various firearms and ammunition from a vehicle whose occupants fled upon police arrival. Authorities are continuing their search for other suspects and investigating the source of the weapons.

MCOCA Court Remands 12th Accused In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

MCOCA Court Remands 12th Accused In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Rediff.com31 Oct 2026

A special MCOCA court in Mumbai has remanded Amar Mundiya, the 12th accused in the Tiger Shroff firing case, to police custody until November 6. Mundiya is accused of transferring money to co-accused, and his custody is deemed essential for further investigation into the financial transactions and digital applications used by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang members involved in the October 18 incident.

Why Delhi Court Acquitted 5 In 2020 Riots Mosque Arson Case

Why Delhi Court Acquitted 5 In 2020 Riots Mosque Arson Case

Rediff.com3 Nov 2026

A Delhi court has acquitted five men accused of vandalising and setting fire to a mosque during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, citing non-credible police witnesses and inadmissible CCTV footage as reasons for its decision.

Proving Domestic Violence: Delhi Court Dismisses Complaint

Proving Domestic Violence: Delhi Court Dismisses Complaint

Rediff.com3 Nov 2026

A Delhi court dismissed a woman's domestic violence complaint against her husband and in-laws, stating that mere allegations are insufficient and proof of abuse is required for relief under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act. The court noted the woman failed to provide evidence despite multiple opportunities.

Conflicting Accounts Emerge After Woman Shot In Bihar

Conflicting Accounts Emerge After Woman Shot In Bihar

Rediff.com28 Oct 2026

A married woman sustained a gunshot injury in Bihar's Vaishali district on Wednesday. Police are investigating conflicting accounts from her family regarding the incident's location and circumstances, as the victim is currently unable to give a statement.

Tata Consumer Q2FY27: Strong Revenue, Margin Growth Amidst Price Hikes

Tata Consumer Q2FY27: Strong Revenue, Margin Growth Amidst Price Hikes

Rediff.com4 Nov 2026

Tata Consumer Products Ltd (TCPL) reported strong Q2FY27 results, with consolidated revenue up 14% year-on-year to ~5,661 crore and profit after tax growing 16% to ~470 crore, driven by price hikes and a strategic pivot towards high-growth segments.

Thane Engineer Gets 10 Years For Pregnant Wife's Dowry Death

Thane Engineer Gets 10 Years For Pregnant Wife's Dowry Death

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Thane court has sentenced a mechanical engineer to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for the dowry death of his pregnant wife in 2021. The court found that the wife was subjected to violence and harassment for money and a car, with injuries on her body corroborating witness accounts of assault. The accused was also found to have attempted to conceal the truth after the incident.

Ahmedabad Man Kills Son In Alleged Sacrifice

Ahmedabad Man Kills Son In Alleged Sacrifice

Rediff.com2 Nov 2026

A mentally disturbed man in Ahmedabad district allegedly killed his 10-year-old son by smashing his head against a goddess's altar, claiming it was a sacrifice to prevent anyone else in the family from becoming a "bhuva." The incident occurred on Sunday night, and the man was found sleeping beside the body. Police have arrested the accused and are investigating.

Hyderabad SI Arrested For Alleged Bribe Demand

Hyderabad SI Arrested For Alleged Bribe Demand

Rediff.com28 Oct 2026

A Sub Inspector of Police in Hyderabad was caught by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly demanding a bribe of Rs 1 lakh from a complainant. The bribe was sought to avoid arrest, accept replies to notices, and prevent new cases. A case of criminal misconduct has been registered, and the matter is under investigation.

Indian Airlines Prioritise Domestic MRO Amidst Fleet Expansion

Indian Airlines Prioritise Domestic MRO Amidst Fleet Expansion

Rediff.com4 Nov 2026

Indian airlines are increasingly focusing on developing in-house maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities to support their rapidly expanding fleets and reduce reliance on overseas facilities. This strategic shift is driven by market growth projections, with India's MRO market expected to triple to USD 9.5 billion by 2035, and recent geopolitical challenges highlighting the need for domestic capacity.

IOA Elections: Understanding The Electoral College And Exclusions

IOA Elections: Understanding The Electoral College And Exclusions

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has announced the electoral college for its executive council elections on December 5. Thirty National Sports Federations (NSFs) will nominate two representatives each, forming a significant portion of the 71 total voters. Notably, the national governing body for boxing, along with the Table Tennis Federation of India and the Indian Golf Union, have been excluded from participating in the polls. The notification also outlines the eligibility criteria for the nominated representatives.

Supreme Court Upholds Conviction Of Conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar

Supreme Court Upholds Conviction Of Conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar

Rediff.com2 Nov 2026

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a plea by alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar seeking a stay on his conviction in a criminal case. Chandrasekhar was previously convicted and sentenced to eight years in jail by a Delhi court for impersonating a Supreme Court judge to influence a special judge for bail in a 2017 corruption case. The Delhi High Court had also dismissed his application for a stay on his conviction.

Six Arrested In Bengaluru Drug Bust

Six Arrested In Bengaluru Drug Bust

Rediff.com29 Oct 2026

Bengaluru police have arrested six individuals, including two from other states, for allegedly selling narcotic substances to the public and college students. The arrests, made in separate operations, led to the seizure of 9.89 kg of ganja and 16 grams of MDMA, valued at Rs 6.52 lakh. The accused confessed to procuring drugs cheaply and selling them at higher prices, and cases have been registered under the NDPS Act as investigations continue to trace suppliers.

Microsoft rolls out voluntary exit scheme for employees in India, 3 other nations

Microsoft rolls out voluntary exit scheme for employees in India, 3 other nations

Rediff.com26 Oct 2026

Microsoft has announced a voluntary exit programme for eligible employees in India, the US, the UK, and Canada, providing financial support and career planning resources to those who choose to leave the company. The offer, available to employees at level 70 and below in participating teams, aims to offer flexibility and allow businesses to adjust their workforce.

U-19 Asia Cup: Aaryavir Sehwag's 160-run blitz powers India into last four

U-19 Asia Cup: Aaryavir Sehwag's 160-run blitz powers India into last four

Rediff.com2 days ago

Aaryavir Sehwag, son of former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, scored a magnificent 160 runs to lead India to a 70-run victory over the UAE in the U-19 Asia Cup. This win secured India's spot in the semifinals, where they will face Afghanistan on Thursday.

West Bengal Church Vandalised, Priests And Devotees Attacked

West Bengal Church Vandalised, Priests And Devotees Attacked

Rediff.com1 Nov 2026

A church inauguration in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district was allegedly disrupted by a group of 30-35 people who vandalised the premises, attacked priests and devotees, and smashed mobile phones. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, has led to a police investigation and condemnation from the Bangiya Christiya Pariseba, which called it an attempt to intimidate the minority community.

Jharkhand Police Rescue 73 Cattle, Arrest Six For Illegal Transport

Jharkhand Police Rescue 73 Cattle, Arrest Six For Illegal Transport

Rediff.com27 Oct 2026

Police in Jharkhand's Palamu district rescued 73 cattle and arrested six individuals involved in their illegal transportation on Tuesday. The animals were found in two container trucks following a tip-off.

Maharashtra Farm Labourer Ends Life Due To Debt From Private Lenders

Maharashtra Farm Labourer Ends Life Due To Debt From Private Lenders

Rediff.com27 Oct 2026

A 28-year-old farm labourer in Latur, Maharashtra, allegedly died by suicide on Monday due to distress over unpaid loans from private finance companies. He left a note naming the companies and expressing inability to repay his mounting debt.

Deadly Attacks Target Polio Vaccination Teams In Pakistan

Deadly Attacks Target Polio Vaccination Teams In Pakistan

Rediff.com3 Nov 2026

Two police personnel were killed and another injured while guarding an anti-polio vaccination team in Pakistan's Mohmand district on Tuesday. In a separate incident, four polio workers were abducted in Tank district on the same day. These attacks occurred on the first day of a four-day nationwide anti-polio drive, highlighting the ongoing security challenges faced by vaccination efforts in Pakistan, one of two countries where polio remains endemic.

Delhi To Host Ramayana-Themed Drone Show For Diwali

Delhi To Host Ramayana-Themed Drone Show For Diwali

Rediff.com3 Nov 2026

The Delhi government is organising a drone show at Central Park, Connaught Place, for Diwali this year. The show, expected to depict episodes from the Ramayana, will be a major attraction and a technology-driven alternative to traditional celebrations. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is slated to lead the festivities, which are planned for November 6 and 7.

Brahampuri Firing: Two Arrested, Weapon Recovered

Brahampuri Firing: Two Arrested, Weapon Recovered

Rediff.com28 Oct 2026

Two men have been arrested in northeast Delhi's Brahampuri area for allegedly firing a shot in the air and threatening a man. Police recovered a country-made pistol and a scooter used in the incident, and one of the accused has a prior record.

Mira Bhayandar Police Bust Prostitution Ring, Rescue Two Women

Mira Bhayandar Police Bust Prostitution Ring, Rescue Two Women

Rediff.com29 Oct 2026

Police in Mira Bhayandar-Vasai Virar have busted an alleged prostitution racket, rescuing two women and arresting one female agent. The accused reportedly supplied women to various locations including Mumbai, Thane, and Goa. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend a second absconding agent and identify other individuals involved.

Fit-again Jemima Rodrigues returns for India Women's South Africa Tour

Fit-again Jemima Rodrigues returns for India Women's South Africa Tour

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian women's cricket team has announced its squads for the upcoming all-format tour of South Africa next month. Jemimah Rodrigues returns after injury, alongside Harmanpreet Kaur and Amanjot Kaur. The tour will feature one Test, three ODIs, and three T20s, with matches scheduled from December 9 to 30 across various South African cities.

Indian Badminton Players Face Setbacks At Korea Open

Indian Badminton Players Face Setbacks At Korea Open

Rediff.com3 Nov 2026

Indian badminton players Sonali Singh and Ritika Thaker withdrew from the Korea Open Super 500 women's doubles event on Tuesday, while Achutaditya Rao Doddavarapu and Arjun Reddy Pochana lost in men's doubles qualification. HS Prannoy, Tanvi Sharma, Anmol Kharb, Dhruv Rawat, and K Maneesha are set to compete in other categories.

Deepinder Goyal's Temple Wearable Sparks Scientific Credibility Debate

Deepinder Goyal's Temple Wearable Sparks Scientific Credibility Debate

Rediff.com3 days ago

Temple, a wearable startup by Zomato co-founder Deepinder Goyal, is facing significant scientific scrutiny from doctors regarding its Rs 85,000 forehead-worn device. Critics question the evidence behind its claims of measuring brain blood flow and providing insights into ageing, with prominent hepatologist Cyriac Abby Philips calling it a "scam." Goyal has defended the technology, stating it's a fitness and wellness device, not medical, and that metrics await clinical validation, while also addressing pricing and scientific methodology.

Mizoram Police Make Dual Seizures: Drugs And Foreign Cigarettes

Mizoram Police Make Dual Seizures: Drugs And Foreign Cigarettes

Rediff.com27 Oct 2026

Mizoram police arrested two individuals in separate operations, seizing 1 kg of methamphetamine in Aizawl and foreign cigarettes worth Rs 8 lakh at Seling's Zero Point.

Diwali tragedy in MP: Infant killed in mother's lap

Diwali tragedy in MP: Infant killed in mother's lap

Rediff.com3 days ago

Twelve people, including a two-month-old infant, were killed and four others injured in two separate fire incidents in Madhya Pradesh's Seoni and Katni districts during the Diwali festival. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has condoled the deaths and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh for each deceased family.

Delhi Police Uncovers Rs 10 Crore Cyber Fraud Ring

Delhi Police Uncovers Rs 10 Crore Cyber Fraud Ring

Rediff.com1 Nov 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an organised cyber fraud network responsible for duping individuals of over Rs 10 crore. Five individuals have been arrested across India in connection with 544 complaints. The fraudsters used a foreign-based application to send phishing messages, impersonating traffic challans and reward schemes, to steal money from victims.

How Delhi Police Nabbed Murder Accused After 26 Years

How Delhi Police Nabbed Murder Accused After 26 Years

Rediff.com1 Nov 2026

Delhi Police arrested 62-year-old Vishwanath Singh alias Munna, who had been absconding for over 26 years in a murder case from 2000. The victim, Jai Prakash, was found injured in 1998 and later died. Investigations revealed Singh allegedly murdered Prakash with a hammer due to suspicion of an illicit affair with his wife, staging it as a hit-and-run. Singh was declared a proclaimed offender in 2001 and was traced through family members after years of changing residences and identities.

Three Arrested In Pilibhit For Alleged Forced Conversion And Threats

Three Arrested In Pilibhit For Alleged Forced Conversion And Threats

Rediff.com29 Oct 2026

Three individuals have been arrested in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, on allegations of pressuring a man into religious conversion and threatening him. The arrests followed a complaint filed by Hitesh Kumar Saxena, who claimed he was coerced into conversion in 2023 and again on April 4, 2025, after being drawn into a relationship.

Maharashtra Government Embraces Indigenous AI For Digital Transformation

Maharashtra Government Embraces Indigenous AI For Digital Transformation

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

The Maharashtra government has approved the deployment of sovereign artificial intelligence solutions from Sarvam AI for its departments, with a two-year outlay of Rs 11.26 crore. This initiative includes the Indus AI workspace for 2,500 users, ensuring government data remains within India, along with citizen outreach agents and speech models for the MahaAI platform.

How UP Police Busted International Job Fraud Racket, Rescued 453 Nepalese

How UP Police Busted International Job Fraud Racket, Rescued 453 Nepalese

Rediff.com1 Nov 2026

Uttar Pradesh Police successfully rescued 453 Nepalese citizens from an international fraud syndicate operating in Kushinagar. The syndicate lured victims with false promises of jobs, higher education, and lucrative earnings. Ten members of the gang were arrested, and the Nepalese Embassy in New Delhi expressed its appreciation for the UP Police's swift action.

Police Arrest Four In CPI (M) Leader's Murder Case

Police Arrest Four In CPI (M) Leader's Murder Case

Rediff.com29 Oct 2026

Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of CPI (M) leader Samineni Rama Rao in Khammam, Telangana, which occurred in October last year. The arrests followed extensive investigation, including polygraph tests and forensic analysis, with intra-party differences and a financial dispute cited as motives.

Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme Price In India Starts At Rs 336,990

Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme Price In India Starts At Rs 336,990

Rediff.com21 Oct 2026

Designed for demanding work environments, the Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme combines a compact 13.3-inch touchscreen with powerful Intel processing, AI capabilities and flexible battery options.

Hyderabad To Host Eighth Khelo India Youth Games With New Sports

Hyderabad To Host Eighth Khelo India Youth Games With New Sports

Rediff.com3 days ago

The eighth Khelo India Youth Games will be held in Hyderabad from December 11, featuring 27 competitive sports and a sailing demonstration. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced the details, highlighting the inclusion of softball as a competitive sport and rowing replacing rugby. The event aims to promote a wider range of sports, aligning with PM Modi's vision for Olympic participation.