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SC to hear pleas challenging Waqf Act on April 16

SC to hear pleas challenging Waqf Act on April 16

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

A three-judge Supreme Court bench will hear petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, on April 16. The petitions, including those by politicians and the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) and Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, were filed in the top court challenging the validity of the newly-enacted law. The Centre has filed a caveat in the apex court, seeking a hearing before any order is passed.

Security beefed up for slain village guards' houses in J-K's Kishtwar

Security beefed up for slain village guards' houses in J-K's Kishtwar

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Security forces have cordoned off the area after the brutal attack by the terrorists.

Can Dhoni Get CSK Back On Track?

Can Dhoni Get CSK Back On Track?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

If CSK fails to win Friday's match against the Kolkata Knight Riders in Chennai, it could turn to be a historic new low for them. It could be the first time that CSK have lost three matches in a row at home.

SC to hear Owaisi's plea seeking to halt mosque surveys

SC to hear Owaisi's plea seeking to halt mosque surveys

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to consider a plea of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi seeking the implementation of the 1991 places of worship law, which asks to maintain the religious character of a place as it existed on August 15, 1947.

Rashid left out as India host Afghanistan-NZ Test

Rashid left out as India host Afghanistan-NZ Test

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The Afghanistan Cricket Board said the final 15-member squad will be announced at the end of a week-long preparatory camp in Greater Noida.

SA20: Sunrisers down Super Giants for first win of season!

SA20: Sunrisers down Super Giants for first win of season!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

Sunrisers Eastern Cape came up with a clinical performance with both bat and ball to register a 58-run bonus victory over Durban Super Giants in the SA20 match at Kingsmead.

Ladakh police solve quadruple murder case after 26 years; 3 held

Ladakh police solve quadruple murder case after 26 years; 3 held

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

Mohd Ali, Haji Anayat Ali of Kargil and their assistants Shero Ali and Nazir Ahmad of Kathua had gone to the higher reaches of Warwan in J-K's Kishtwar district to purchase livestock in August 1998 but did not return to their homes.

Indian Student fled US as immigration agents came knocking

Indian Student fled US as immigration agents came knocking

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Ranjani Srinivasan, an Indian student at Columbia University, has left the United States after her student visa was revoked over allegations of supporting Hamas. Srinivasan, a PhD student in Urban Planning, claims her visa was revoked for engaging in protected political speech. The Trump administration has been accused of targeting pro-Palestinian demonstrators through the use of federal immigration powers, and this case has drawn attention to the potential for free speech suppression in the United States.

Rajouri village declared containment zone after 17 mystery deaths

Rajouri village declared containment zone after 17 mystery deaths

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

A remote village in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district has been declared a containment zone after 17 people from three families died under suspicious circumstances. Prohibitory orders have been imposed on all public and private gatherings in the area. The village has been divided into three containment zones with varying levels of restrictions. The incident follows a visit by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to the village on Tuesday.

Kishtwar ops: Omar seeks 'transparent' probe against soldiers

Kishtwar ops: Omar seeks 'transparent' probe against soldiers

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

The alleged torture of five civilians by Army personnel in Kishtwar has triggered angry reactions from various political parties in Jammu and Kashmir, notably from Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who has demanded a transparent investigation and court martial for those found guilty.

Katrina-Vicky's London Break

Katrina-Vicky's London Break

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Bollywood stars are on their year end break already!

MVPI: Pooran Takes Early Lead

MVPI: Pooran Takes Early Lead

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff's first Most Valuable Player Index for IPL 2025.

JK: Bullet-ridden body of missing Territorial Army jawan found

JK: Bullet-ridden body of missing Territorial Army jawan found

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The body of Territorial Army jawan Hilal Ahmad Bhat, who was reported missing on Tuesday from Shah, was recovered from Sanglan forest area in Utrasoo area of Anantnag, the officials said.

JK polls: Mehbooba Mufti's daughter concedes defeat

JK polls: Mehbooba Mufti's daughter concedes defeat

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The 37-year-old is in the fray from the Srigufwara-Bijbehara seat in her first assembly polls.

BIG winners and losers in Maharashtra, Jharkhand

BIG winners and losers in Maharashtra, Jharkhand

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

As the verdict for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly elections is out, here is how some of the big faces fared in the contest.

Pulwama attack accused dies of heart attack in Jammu hospital

Pulwama attack accused dies of heart attack in Jammu hospital

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

A 32-year-old man chargesheeted in the deadly terror attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) convoy in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district five years ago has died of a heart attack in the Government Medical College Hospital in Jammu, officials said.

Pak train hijack: 21 passengers, 4 soldiers killed; all hostages freed

Pak train hijack: 21 passengers, 4 soldiers killed; all hostages freed

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

At least 27 terrorists were killed and 155 passengers rescued by the security forces after Baloch militants hijacked a passenger train in a tunnel in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province on Tuesday, security officials said.

Lebanon Reels from Israeli Airstrikes

Lebanon Reels from Israeli Airstrikes

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Lebanon is grappling with widespread devastation following Israeli airstrikes. The attacks have caused significant damage to infrastructure and civilian areas, displacing hundreds of Lebanese citizens.

Terrorists kill 2 village guards in J-K; Jaish outfit claims responsibility

Terrorists kill 2 village guards in J-K; Jaish outfit claims responsibility

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

They said police parties fanned out to find them amid reports that they had been abducted and killed by terrorists.

PIX: Rickelton hits century as South Africa trounce Afghanistan

PIX: Rickelton hits century as South Africa trounce Afghanistan

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

A flawless maiden hundred from opener Ryan Rickelton helped South Africa crush Afghanistan by 107 runs.

Hizbul operative Mujeeb Ahmad gets lifer

Hizbul operative Mujeeb Ahmad gets lifer

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

Mujeeb Ahmad, a suspected Hyderabad-based operative of terrorist organization Hizbul Mujahideen was sentenced to life imprisonment by a court in Hyderabad on the charges of sedition and collecting arms to wage war against the country.

'I've Not Backstabbed Anybody'

'I've Not Backstabbed Anybody'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'They are attacking my wife; they are attacking our 13-month-old daughter. They are saying that I do drugs.' 'I'm giving an open challenge to Mr Nawab Malik and Ms Sana Malik let's go to the labs and let's do the medical test of our family and your family.'

Paralympics: India's schedule on September 2, 2024

Paralympics: India's schedule on September 2, 2024

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

India schedule for the fifth day of the Paris Paralympics on Monday.

Why J-K BJP chief Raina anticipates a tough battle for Nowshera

Why J-K BJP chief Raina anticipates a tough battle for Nowshera

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Jammu and Kashmir BJP chief Ravinder Raina, seeking re-election from Nowshera assembly constituency of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir, is facing a major challenge from his former party colleague Surinder Choudhary.

Separatist candidates face crushing defeat in Kashmir

Separatist candidates face crushing defeat in Kashmir

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The results of assembly elections in the Kashmir Valley have culminated in a significant rejection of separatist candidates, including those from Engineer Rashid-led Awami Ittehad Party and Jamaat-e-Islami, who failed to make a meaningful impact in the polls.

PIX: Zadran, Omarzai star as Afghanistan oust England

PIX: Zadran, Omarzai star as Afghanistan oust England

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

IMAGES from the ICC Champions Trophy Group B match between Afghanistan and England at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on Wednesday.

Hemant Soren to take oath as Jharkhand's 14th CM today

Hemant Soren to take oath as Jharkhand's 14th CM today

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

This will be the 49-year-old JMM leader's fourth stint as chief minister. Soren retained the Barhait seat, defeating BJP's Gamliyel Hembrom by a margin of 39,791 votes in the recent assembly polls.

Kerala crush J&K's hopes, set semis clash vs Manipur

Kerala crush J&K's hopes, set semis clash vs Manipur

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Kerala in Santosh Trophy semi-finals as Naseeb Rahman's lone strike seals J&K's fate

Champions Trophy: Will Australia, SA progress from Group B?

Champions Trophy: Will Australia, SA progress from Group B?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Australia will be without their premier pacers but their envious pedigree in ICC tournaments make them favourites to progress to the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy from Group B.

US investigates Ahmad Chalabi

US investigates Ahmad Chalabi

Rediff.com31 May 2004

The Iraq National Congress chief is suspected of revealing to Iran sensitive information about the intelligence inputs obtained by Americans in Iraq.

Plea filed in SC seeking statehood for J-K in 2 months

Plea filed in SC seeking statehood for J-K in 2 months

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The fresh application has been filed by Zahoor Ahmad Bhat, an academician, and Khurshaid Ahmad Malik, a socio-political activist, in Jammu and Kashmir seeking restoration of statehood.

All About IPL 2025: Dates, Format, Fixtures And Squads

All About IPL 2025: Dates, Format, Fixtures And Squads

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

All about IPL 2025 which kicks off on March 22, Saturday.

Oppn To Push For JPC On Adani Issue

Oppn To Push For JPC On Adani Issue

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Floor leaders of the Opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance met on Monday ahead of the start of Parliament's winter session and decided to raise the issue of alleged corruption in the Adani Group and demand a Joint Parliamentary Committee on the matter.11111111111111111111111111

Royals' Pretorius shines on SA20 debut

Royals' Pretorius shines on SA20 debut

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Durban's Super Giants pip Pretoria Capitals

DC Vs GT: Who Took Best Catch? Vote!

DC Vs GT: Who Took Best Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Who took the best catch at the Arun Jaitley stadium on Wednesday night?

In Kuwait, Modi meets Mahabharata, Ramayana's Arabic translator

In Kuwait, Modi meets Mahabharata, Ramayana's Arabic translator

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met two Kuwaiti nationals who translated and published India's two iconic epics, Mahabharata and Ramayana in Arabic during his two-day visit to Kuwait. Modi, who praised their work, said it highlights the popularity of Indian culture globally. His visit to Kuwait is the first by an Indian prime minister in 43 years.

IPL 2025: Meet The Chennai Super Kings Squad

IPL 2025: Meet The Chennai Super Kings Squad

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

At IPL 2025, expect nothing short of electric cricket from Thala Dhoni and his band of machas.

Afghanistan pack in T20 WC squad with all-rounders

Afghanistan pack in T20 WC squad with all-rounders

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Mujeeb-ur-Rahman and Noor Ahmad will join Rashid and Nabi in Afghanistan's formidable spin attack, which is likely to be key to their performance in the 20-team tournament.

Vande Bharat completes trial run in JK, reaches Srinagar

Vande Bharat completes trial run in JK, reaches Srinagar

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

The train, on its maiden trial run, arrived at Srinagar station in the Nowgam area on Srinagar's outskirts from Katra in Jammu.

J-K, Haryana polls: BIG winners and losers

J-K, Haryana polls: BIG winners and losers

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Results for assembly polls in Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir were declared on Tuesday, with the Bharatiya Janata Party scoring a hat-trick in Haryana while the National Conference-Congress alliance emerged victorious in J-K. Here's how some big names fared.