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Karnataka CM won't be changed 'for now': Kharge

Karnataka CM won't be changed 'for now': Kharge

Rediff.com5 days ago

AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge addressed speculation about a change in Karnataka's Chief Minister, stating that there would be no change 'for now' and that the leadership issue would be resolved soon. The statement comes amid rumours of a possible leadership change and cabinet reshuffle after the results of assembly elections in other states are announced.

Amend law to let rape survivors terminate pregnancy: SC to govt

Amend law to let rape survivors terminate pregnancy: SC to govt

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Supreme Court has taken exception to AIIMS' plea to set aside its order allowing a 15-year-old rape survivor to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, urging the Centre to amend the law to permit abortion beyond 20 weeks in such cases.

I-T Department Asks Brokers To Remit Excess STT

I-T Department Asks Brokers To Remit Excess STT

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The tax is collected by brokers on behalf of the government and forms a key component of the Centre's tax revenues.

Tensions flare as Palestinian FA chief snubs Israeli official at FIFA Congress

Tensions flare as Palestinian FA chief snubs Israeli official at FIFA Congress

Rediff.com4 days ago

Palestinian soccer federation President Jibril Rajoub refused to stand alongside Israel FA Vice-President Basim Sheikh Suliman in a heated moment at the FIFA Congress on Thursday.

Babar hints at Pakistan captaincy comeback

Babar hints at Pakistan captaincy comeback

Rediff.com3 days ago

Babar Azam has indicated he would consider accepting the Pakistan captaincy again if the opportunity arises, emphasising that his decisions are always driven by the best interests of Pakistan cricket. He is currently focused on the Pakistan Super League final.

Odisha man was made to walk 3km to re-bury sister's skeleton: BJD

Odisha man was made to walk 3km to re-bury sister's skeleton: BJD

Rediff.com6 days ago

An administrative inquiry has been ordered after a man in Odisha was allegedly forced to carry his sister's skeleton to a bank to withdraw money. The BJD has alleged further mistreatment, claiming he was made to re-bury the remains. The bank denies asking for the corpse, stating they only required a death certificate.

Man Arrested For Shooting Boy Who Refused To Fetch Water

Man Arrested For Shooting Boy Who Refused To Fetch Water

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man has been arrested for allegedly shooting a nine-year-old boy dead after he refused to bring water for mixing with alcohol during a naming ceremony in Uttar Pradesh's Kasganj district, police said on Saturday.

Iran asks citizens to form 'human chains' around power plants as Trump deadline nears

Iran asks citizens to form 'human chains' around power plants as Trump deadline nears

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Facing escalating threats from the US, Iran is mobilizing its citizens to form 'human chains' around power plants as a defensive measure against potential airstrikes, raising concerns about international law and civilian safety.

Punjab On High Alert After Amritsar, Jalandhar Blasts

Punjab On High Alert After Amritsar, Jalandhar Blasts

Rediff.com19 minutes ago

Punjab is on high alert following two explosions in Amritsar and Jalandhar. Police suspect the involvement of Pakistan's ISI in the Amritsar blast, while the Khalistan Liberation Army (KLF) has claimed responsibility for the Jalandhar explosion. Investigations are underway.

Maharashtra Government To Seek Death Penalty In Pune Rape-Murder Case

Maharashtra Government To Seek Death Penalty In Pune Rape-Murder Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured that the government will push for a death penalty for the accused in the Pune child rape-murder case, asserting that the state will fast-track the trial to ensure justice in 'record time'.

Sack Hardik, Mahela! What Mumbai Indians MUST FIX URGENTLY

Sack Hardik, Mahela! What Mumbai Indians MUST FIX URGENTLY

Rediff.com1 days ago

After a disappointing IPL 2026 season, Mumbai Indians face critical decisions to rebuild their team and restore their legacy. From captaincy changes to squad adjustments, here are the key steps they must take to revive their fortunes.

Congress Has Many Qualified CM Candidates, Says P J Kurien

Congress Has Many Qualified CM Candidates, Says P J Kurien

Rediff.com3 days ago

Veteran Congress leader P J Kurien stated that the party has several qualified candidates for the Kerala CM post if the UDF wins the upcoming Assembly elections, but only three names are currently under consideration.

SC refuses to intervene in TMC plea on vote counting deployment in Bengal

SC refuses to intervene in TMC plea on vote counting deployment in Bengal

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court has declined to interfere with the Election Commission's circular regarding the deployment of central government personnel for vote counting in West Bengal, dismissing a plea by the TMC.

'Tamil Nadu Has Produced Most Dramatic Political Debut'

'Tamil Nadu Has Produced Most Dramatic Political Debut'

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'This is a major rupture in Tamil Nadu's political order.' 'For the Dravidian parties, the message is clear: The old DMK-AIADMK binary is no longer guaranteed a future.'

Indian exporters may not get US tariff refunds

Indian exporters may not get US tariff refunds

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian exporters are unlikely to receive direct tariff refunds from the US's $166 billion payout, but the rollback of reciprocal duties is enhancing their pricing power and improving order prospects, particularly in textiles, apparel, and engineering goods.

Actress And Family Accused Of Cheating Software Engineer

Actress And Family Accused Of Cheating Software Engineer

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

An actress and her family have been booked for allegedly cheating a London-based software engineer of Rs 9.35 crore under the pretext of marriage. The complaint was filed by the engineer's father, alleging that his son was duped over several years.

Trinamool dares BJP after repoll order in Falta

Trinamool dares BJP after repoll order in Falta

Rediff.com2 days ago

The TMC has challenged the BJP to win the Falta assembly seat in West Bengal, where a re-election has been ordered due to electoral offences. The TMC has dared the BJP to deploy its full resources, including top leaders and central forces, while expressing confidence in the electorate's support.

LTM to introduce 'Blueverse Credit' AI-linked pricing model in FY27

LTM to introduce 'Blueverse Credit' AI-linked pricing model in FY27

Rediff.com2 days ago

IT services major LTM is set to introduce a new pricing framework, 'Blueverse Credit', in the first quarter of FY27, aiming to align monetisation with the growing adoption of agentic artificial intelligence.

Woman Found Murdered At Home In Meerut; Husband Questioned

Woman Found Murdered At Home In Meerut; Husband Questioned

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 27-year-old woman was found murdered in her Meerut home, with police investigating the possibility of a family member's involvement due to the lack of forced entry.

Former F1 driver and Paralympic champ Alex Zanardi passes away

Former F1 driver and Paralympic champ Alex Zanardi passes away

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former Formula One driver Alex Zanardi, who lost both legs in a racing crash and went on to win Paralympic gold medals, has died at the age of 59.

What I Expect From A BJP Government In Bengal

What I Expect From A BJP Government In Bengal

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The BJP must respect Bengal's pluralistic ethos and with this historic mandate give the state the constructive change it truly deserves, expects Kolkata native Payal Singh Mohanka.

TMC moves EC over unauthorised postal ballot sorting at EVM strongroom

TMC moves EC over unauthorised postal ballot sorting at EVM strongroom

Rediff.com4 days ago

The TMC has filed a complaint with the Election Commission, alleging unauthorised sorting of postal ballot covers at an EVM strongroom in Kolkata. TMC workers protested outside the Khudiram Anushilan Kendra, claiming that postal ballots were taken to a room without CCTV coverage. Similar protests occurred at a strongroom in North 24 Parganas, while the BJP shared a video from Purba Bardhaman district.

How Sanjay Dutt Came Up With Khalnayak Returns

How Sanjay Dutt Came Up With Khalnayak Returns

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

'Khal Nayak is a film that is close to my heart and even today, it is remembered with fondness.' 'It has been a long-cherished dream of mine to be able to revive this film.'

Vijay's TVK falls short of majority: What might unfold next?

Vijay's TVK falls short of majority: What might unfold next?

Rediff.com19 hours ago

The TVK has ended the nearly six-decade dominance of DMK and AIADMK in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, securing 108 out of 234 constituencies in its debut, but falls short of the 118 seats needed for an absolute majority, prompting discussions on coalition options and the governor's role.

I'm not a rapist, pedophile: Trump on shooter's 'manifesto'

I'm not a rapist, pedophile: Trump on shooter's 'manifesto'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

President Donald Trump described the chaotic moments after a gunman opened fire at the Washington Hilton hotel during the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, leading to his evacuation by the Secret Service.

Supreme Court Appoints Mediator In Surat Siphoning Case

Supreme Court Appoints Mediator In Surat Siphoning Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court has appointed former Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna as the sole mediator to resolve a dispute involving businessman Ashokbhai Haribhai Gajera and others in a case linked to textile market projects in Surat. The case involves allegations of siphoning off Rs 1,900 crore and forging documents.

School Teacher Loses Lakhs In Rare Bank Note Scam

School Teacher Loses Lakhs In Rare Bank Note Scam

Rediff.com5 days ago

A school teacher in Ajmer was defrauded of Rs 3.66 lakh by cyber criminals who lured her with a fake online offer to buy a rare Rs 5 note for Rs 48 lakh.

Tripura Forest Officer Probed After Cash Recovery

Tripura Forest Officer Probed After Cash Recovery

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A District Forest Officer in Tripura is under investigation after a large sum of cash was recovered at Agartala railway station from a relative, leading to a raid on the officer's residence.

Fashion Trends The Devil Wears Prada's Miranda Priestly Would Approve Of

Fashion Trends The Devil Wears Prada's Miranda Priestly Would Approve Of

Rediff.com6 days ago

Two decades later and The Devil Wears Prada still hasn't aged a day. With Part 2 finally here, one thing's clear -- Miranda Priestly (played by Meryl Streep), remains the ultimate fashion authority.

IPL 2026: Hardik rues lack of momentum as MI crash to 7th loss

IPL 2026: Hardik rues lack of momentum as MI crash to 7th loss

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya admitted their IPL 2026 campaign never really got off the ground after their eight-wicket defeat by Chennai Super Kings on Saturday.

Banks Advised To Use RBI's AI Tool To Combat Cyber Fraud

Banks Advised To Use RBI's AI Tool To Combat Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com5 days ago

Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju has urged banks to adopt the MuleHunter AI tool developed by RBI to identify and prevent mule accounts used in cyber financial frauds. The meeting also discussed 'Operation Octopus' by Hyderabad Police and emphasised coordinated efforts and intelligence sharing.

Jharkhand Minister Promises Justice In Forest Deaths Case

Jharkhand Minister Promises Justice In Forest Deaths Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jharkhand Health Minister Irfan Ansari met with the families of three individuals found dead in a forest in Hazaribag, assuring them of justice. The incident occurred after reporters were allegedly manhandled by family members following questions posed to the minister.

'I Miss Privacy; Relatives Walk Into Our Bedroom Without Knocking'

'I Miss Privacy; Relatives Walk Into Our Bedroom Without Knocking'

Rediff.com2 days ago

rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, a mind coach and founder of Let Us Talk Foundation, suggests how to adapt and find a middle ground in a relationship.

'BJP-flagged cars' spark ruckus at counting centre in Mamata's constituency

'BJP-flagged cars' spark ruckus at counting centre in Mamata's constituency

Rediff.com2 days ago

TMC workers allege that cars bearing the BJP's flag were allowed entry to the compound where EVMs are kept, a day ahead of the counting of votes in West Bengal. The Election Commission has denied any irregularities.

How BJP Plans To Win Punjab After West Bengal Victory

How BJP Plans To Win Punjab After West Bengal Victory

Rediff.com1 days ago

Following their success in the West Bengal assembly elections, BJP leaders are now focusing on winning the Punjab assembly polls in 2027, promising to rid the state of corruption and drugs under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Adityanath Blames Corruption For UP's 'BIMARU' Past

Adityanath Blames Corruption For UP's 'BIMARU' Past

Rediff.com2 days ago

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributed the state's past 'BIMARU' (sick) status to corruption during previous governments, highlighting improvements in recruitment processes and medical facilities under his administration.

BJP MP Alleges Casteist Abuse Against Son; No Complaint Filed Yet

BJP MP Alleges Casteist Abuse Against Son; No Complaint Filed Yet

Rediff.com4 days ago

A BJP MP from Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has alleged that his son was subjected to casteist abuse and misbehaviour. The MP claims the incident occurred on April 27, but no formal complaint has been filed. Police have arrested the accused's brother in connection with a separate case.

Lufthansa locates missing Oscar statuette of Russian filmmaker Talankin

Lufthansa locates missing Oscar statuette of Russian filmmaker Talankin

Rediff.com4 days ago

Lufthansa has located the Oscar statuette belonging to Russian filmmaker Pasha Talankin, which went missing after airport security at New York's JFK flagged it as a potential weapon. The airline will return the trophy to Talankin as quickly as possible.

No regrets: Ashwin stands firm on Buttler incident during IPL 2019

No regrets: Ashwin stands firm on Buttler incident during IPL 2019

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin spoke on running out Rajasthan Royals (RR) batter Jos Buttler from the non-strikers' end, saying that amid all the talks about it, questioning his character, he felt like "doing it even more" and added that other bowlers should also do it.

Women's Group Demands Inquiry Into Cricketer Vaping Incident

Women's Group Demands Inquiry Into Cricketer Vaping Incident

Rediff.com6 days ago

A women's group has demanded an inquiry into visuals purportedly showing cricketer Riyan Parag using a vape-like device during an IPL match, questioning whether the incident was an attempt to normalise banned products.