News for 'August 15'

Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah Exit Orleans Masters in Semifinals

Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah Exit Orleans Masters in Semifinals

Rediff.com5 minutes ago

Indian shuttlers Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah were defeated in the women's singles semifinals of the Orleans Masters Super 300 badminton tournament.

Delhi man held over fake police arrest in 40,000 robbery

Delhi man held over fake police arrest in 40,000 robbery

Rediff.com14 minutes ago

A 48-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly orchestrating a fake police arrest in west Delhi, leading to the kidnapping and robbery of two brothers who were relieved of Rs 40 lakh in cash and valuables.

Iran warns US-Israel of prolonged conflict

Iran warns US-Israel of prolonged conflict

Rediff.com15 minutes ago

A spokesperson for the Central Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters said that Iran's armed forces are prepared to intensify their response if aggression continues.

Irfan Pathan gives Mumbai Indians edge over CSK in greatest IPL team debate

Irfan Pathan gives Mumbai Indians edge over CSK in greatest IPL team debate

Rediff.com50 minutes ago

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes Mumbai Indians have an edge over Chennai Super Kings in the debate over the greatest IPL franchise.

Indian Man Dies in Suspected Missile Strike in Riyadh, Family Appeals for Help

Indian Man Dies in Suspected Missile Strike in Riyadh, Family Appeals for Help

Rediff.com51 minutes ago

A 26-year-old Indian man working in Riyadh has reportedly been killed in a suspected missile attack, according to his family. They are seeking official confirmation and assistance from the Indian government to repatriate his body.

Mumbai Woman Dies After Argument Over Husband's Drinking

Mumbai Woman Dies After Argument Over Husband's Drinking

Rediff.com51 minutes ago

A 29-year-old woman in Mumbai died after allegedly being assaulted by her husband during an argument about his alcohol consumption. The husband is currently absconding and has been charged with murder.

Eid celebrated in India with prayers, protests

Eid celebrated in India with prayers, protests

Rediff.com52 minutes ago

Eid al-Fitr was celebrated across India with prayers for peace and brotherhood, alongside protests condemning US-Israel actions in West Asia.

Opposition Calls for CBI Investigation into Punjab Officer's Death

Opposition Calls for CBI Investigation into Punjab Officer's Death

Rediff.com53 minutes ago

Political leaders in Haryana and Punjab are demanding a CBI investigation into the suicide of a Punjab government officer, who allegedly accused a minister of harassment. The minister has resigned, but opposition parties are calling for his arrest and a thorough investigation.

BJP Candidates in Kerala Polls Face Criminal Cases, Asset Declarations Revealed

BJP Candidates in Kerala Polls Face Criminal Cases, Asset Declarations Revealed

Rediff.com54 minutes ago

Several BJP candidates contesting in the Kerala Assembly elections face pending criminal cases, primarily related to protests and agitations, according to their nomination papers. The affidavits also reveal details of their assets and liabilities.

Cow Vigilante's Death Triggers Uproar in Mathura

Cow Vigilante's Death Triggers Uproar in Mathura

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A cow vigilante, known as 'Farsa wale Baba', died after being hit by a truck near the Haryana border, leading to protests and a traffic blockade in Mathura during President Murmu's visit.

BJP Candidates in Kerala Polls Face Criminal Cases, Asset Declarations Revealed

BJP Candidates in Kerala Polls Face Criminal Cases, Asset Declarations Revealed

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Several BJP candidates contesting in the Kerala Assembly elections face pending criminal cases, primarily related to protests and agitations, according to their nomination papers. The affidavits also reveal details of their assets and liabilities.

Cyber Criminals Impersonate Company Owner, Swindle Accountant in Hyderabad

Cyber Criminals Impersonate Company Owner, Swindle Accountant in Hyderabad

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Cyber criminals impersonated a company owner to defraud an accountant of a substantial sum in Hyderabad.

Rajesh Ramesh clocks personal best, dominates 400m at Indian Open

Rajesh Ramesh clocks personal best, dominates 400m at Indian Open

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Tamil Nadu's Rajesh Ramesh won gold in the 400m men's Race A at the Indian Open, clocking a personal best. Vithya Ramraj won the women's 400m Race A.

Gurugram Police Arrest Three Suspects in Child Sexual Assault Case After Supreme Court Intervention

Gurugram Police Arrest Three Suspects in Child Sexual Assault Case After Supreme Court Intervention

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Gurugram police have arrested three individuals, including two female domestic helpers and their male accomplice, in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a 3-year-old girl. The arrests follow a Supreme Court decision to hear a plea for a CBI or SIT investigation into the case.

Rain lashes several areas in north; fog returns in Delhi

Rain lashes several areas in north; fog returns in Delhi

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Several states in north India, including Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh, experienced varied weather conditions, including light to moderate rainfall, fog, and temperature fluctuations.

Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar declares assets worth Rs 93 crore

Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar declares assets worth Rs 93 crore

Rediff.com1 hour ago

BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar, contesting from Nemom, Kerala, declares assets exceeding 93 crore, including movable and immovable properties, ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.

Haryana Secures Top Spot at National Para Athletics Championships

Haryana Secures Top Spot at National Para Athletics Championships

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Haryana emerged as the top performer at the 24th National Para Athletics Championships, held in Bhubaneswar, India, securing an impressive 95 medals. Tamil Nadu and Gujarat followed in second and third place respectively.

Kadian Crushes Razmi with Century Breaks in CCI Snooker Classic Semifinal

Kadian Crushes Razmi with Century Breaks in CCI Snooker Classic Semifinal

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Punjab's Digvijay Kadian showcased his snooker prowess with two century breaks, securing a dominant 6-1 victory over Shahyan Razmi in the CCI Snooker Classic semifinal.

How Cyber Criminals Impersonated Company Owner to Scam Accountant

How Cyber Criminals Impersonated Company Owner to Scam Accountant

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Cyber criminals impersonated a company owner to deceive an accountant into transferring a large sum of money.

Opposition Leader Urges Probe into Meghalaya's Garo Hills Violence

Opposition Leader Urges Probe into Meghalaya's Garo Hills Violence

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Meghalaya's opposition leader, Mukul Sangma, has called for an independent inquiry into the Garo Hills violence, citing the need for accountability and due process to restore public confidence.

Why a Punjab Minister Resigned: Understanding the Allegations

Why a Punjab Minister Resigned: Understanding the Allegations

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Punjab Cabinet Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar resigned following allegations related to the suicide of a Warehouse Corporation district manager. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has ordered a probe into the matter.

Vaishno Devi Yatra Halted Amidst Pilgrim Surge

Vaishno Devi Yatra Halted Amidst Pilgrim Surge

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Vaishno Devi Yatra was temporarily suspended due to a heavy influx of pilgrims during the Chaitra Navratri festival. Over 39,000 devotees visited the shrine, leading to overcrowding and the suspension of the yatra for safety reasons.

Nihang Sikhs assault toll booth employee in MP over payment dispute

Nihang Sikhs assault toll booth employee in MP over payment dispute

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A group of Nihang Sikhs are accused of assaulting a toll booth employee in Seoni, Madhya Pradesh, after a disagreement over toll payment. Police have registered a case against five individuals following the incident.

Iran reports attack on nuclear site, no radiation leak

Iran reports attack on nuclear site, no radiation leak

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Natanz nuclear facility is one of Iran's key nuclear installations and has previously been at the centre of international concerns over Tehran's nuclear programme.

IPL 2026: Uthappa doubts SRH's title chances despite strong batting line-up

IPL 2026: Uthappa doubts SRH's title chances despite strong batting line-up

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has said former champions Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are not serious contenders for the IPL title this season, despite having an ultra-aggressive batting lineup.

Modi speaks to Iranian President, seeks to 'safeguard navigation'

Modi speaks to Iranian President, seeks to 'safeguard navigation'

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, condemning attacks on critical infrastructure in West Asia and emphasising the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation and ensuring secure shipping lanes.

Telangana Set to Surpass National Urbanisation Average by 2026

Telangana Set to Surpass National Urbanisation Average by 2026

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Telangana is experiencing rapid urbanisation, projected to exceed the national average by 2026. The state government's Socio Economic Outlook highlights the role of cities as economic engines and the use of AI and other technologies to modernise urban administration.

Banerjee Slams BJP, Alleges Plot to Snatch Voting Rights

Banerjee Slams BJP, Alleges Plot to Snatch Voting Rights

Rediff.com2 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led central government, accusing it of attempting to suppress voting rights and polarise the electorate ahead of the assembly elections.

Tanvi Sharma falls to Okuhara in Orleans Masters semifinal

Tanvi Sharma falls to Okuhara in Orleans Masters semifinal

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Indian shuttler Tanvi Sharma lost to Nozomi Okuhara in the women's singles semifinals of the Orleans Masters Super 300 tournament.

Kochi Tragedy: Five Family Members Dead in Suspected Suicide Pact

Kochi Tragedy: Five Family Members Dead in Suspected Suicide Pact

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Five members of a family, including three children, were found dead in a rented house in Kochi. Police suspect a suicide pact involving poisoning and hanging.

'Modi biggest infiltrator': Mamata at Eid congregation

'Modi biggest infiltrator': Mamata at Eid congregation

Rediff.com3 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP-led central government of attempting to suppress voting rights through voter roll revisions, describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the 'biggest infiltrator'.

Uttar Pradesh STF Assists in Arrest of Key Suspect in Rohit Shetty Firing

Uttar Pradesh STF Assists in Arrest of Key Suspect in Rohit Shetty Firing

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A key accused in the Rohit Shetty house firing case has been arrested in Uttar Pradesh, bringing the total number of arrests to 14. The arrest was made with the assistance of the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force.

IPL 2026: Dhoni set for likely final IPL season with CSK, says Uthappa

IPL 2026: Dhoni set for likely final IPL season with CSK, says Uthappa

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Mahendra Singh Dhoni is set to play for Chennai Super Kings once again in IPL 2026, but former India cricketer Robin Uthappa believes this could be his final season in glitzy league.

Congress Calls for Thorough Probe in Ashok Kharat Case

Congress Calls for Thorough Probe in Ashok Kharat Case

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Following the resignation of Maharashtra State Women's Commission chairperson Rupali Chakankar, Congress MP Varsha Gaikwad calls for a comprehensive probe into the Ashok Kharat case, demanding investigation of all individuals allegedly linked to the self-styled godman arrested for rape.

Aditi Ashok in contention at Fortinet Founders Cup after impressive second round

Aditi Ashok in contention at Fortinet Founders Cup after impressive second round

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Aditi Ashok carded a second round of 6-under 66 to move into tied third alongside world number one Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand at the Fortinet Founders Cup.

Bakshi and Dagar in Top 10 at Australian WPGA Championship

Bakshi and Dagar in Top 10 at Australian WPGA Championship

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Indian golfers Hitaashee Bakshi and Diksha Dagar are both tied for sixth place after the third round of the Australian WPGA Championship, while Hannah Green leads the field.

Manav Thakkar, Yashaswini Ghorpade triumph at National Table Tennis Championships

Manav Thakkar, Yashaswini Ghorpade triumph at National Table Tennis Championships

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Manav Thakkar and Yashaswini Ghorpade secured their first senior national table tennis titles at the championships held in Indore, while Ankur Bhattacharjee and Suhana Saini won the mixed doubles final, and Divyanshi Bhowmick received the D Vishwa Trophy.

Ashwin questions KKR's bowling depth ahead of IPL 2026

Ashwin questions KKR's bowling depth ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns over the bowling strength of Kolkata Knight Riders, saying opposition teams may no longer feel threatened by their attack.

Patnaik Condemns Attack on BJD Leader's Home, Calls for Action

Patnaik Condemns Attack on BJD Leader's Home, Calls for Action

Rediff.com4 hours ago

BJD chief Naveen Patnaik has called for Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's intervention to restore law and order after an attack on the residence of senior BJD leader Pratap Jena. The incident has sparked a political row, with allegations of internal conflict within the BJD.

Haryana Police Unveils 'Abhedya' App to Tackle Cyber Threats

Haryana Police Unveils 'Abhedya' App to Tackle Cyber Threats

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Haryana Police have launched 'Abhedya', a mobile application designed to curb cybercrime, extortion, and threatening calls. This initiative makes Haryana the first state in India to introduce such a measure, aiming to protect citizens from various forms of digital harassment.