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IRIS Dena sinking: 22 Iranian sailors discharged from Lankan hospital

IRIS Dena sinking: 22 Iranian sailors discharged from Lankan hospital

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

At least 22 Iranian sailors from the IRIS Dena, which sank after being torpedoed, have been discharged from a Sri Lankan hospital. Another 10 remain under treatment, while arrangements are being made to repatriate the bodies of 84 sailors recovered after the incident.

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Rediff.com6 days ago

Curfew and mobile internet suspension imposed in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district following violence related to the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election nomination process.

Pakistan shuts 50 border schools after drone strike

Pakistan shuts 50 border schools after drone strike

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Over 50 educational institutions in districts bordering Afghanistan were shut down following a drone attack on a school in northwest Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

'Trump administration will use new laws to replace IEEPA tariffs'

'Trump administration will use new laws to replace IEEPA tariffs'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Trump administration will use "alternative legal authorities" to enforce tariffs on the countries, assuring that the tariff revenue will remain unchanged.

We are 'breaking Iran's bones' and still active: Netanyahu

We are 'breaking Iran's bones' and still active: Netanyahu

Rediff.com6 days ago

Netanyahu asserts that Israel can play a role in helping Iranians achieve political change and cast off tyranny, while acknowledging that the ultimate decision lies with the Iranian people.

NCERT apologises for chapter on judiciary after SC rap

NCERT apologises for chapter on judiciary after SC rap

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The NCERT has apologised for 'inappropriate content' in a Class 8 textbook chapter discussing judicial corruption, following Supreme Court criticism. The textbook will be rewritten, and its circulation has been put on hold.

Sikh man kidnapped, killed in US in mistaken-identity attack

Sikh man kidnapped, killed in US in mistaken-identity attack

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

A 57-year-old Sikh man, Avtar Singh, was found dead in California days after being kidnapped. Authorities believe he was not the intended target of the crime, and an investigation is underway.

Four Men Get Life for 2017 Delhi Murder: Justice Served

Four Men Get Life for 2017 Delhi Murder: Justice Served

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Delhi court sentenced four men to life imprisonment for the 2017 murder of a 17-year-old boy in Kirti Nagar, West Delhi, finding they acted with common intention.

Iranian missile hits Israeli town, 9 killed

Iranian missile hits Israeli town, 9 killed

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

An Iranian missile strike targeted the town of Beit Shemesh, located west of Jerusalem, resulting in significant casualties and structural devastation, as reported by Al Jazeera. The strike caused extensive damage earlier Sunday to several buildings, with one structure completely collapsing under the impact.

Middle East War: Why Strait Of Hormuz Is Iran's Trump Card

Middle East War: Why Strait Of Hormuz Is Iran's Trump Card

Rediff.com1 days ago

If the oil infrastructure is attacked by the United States, the whole area could be flooded with oil, spilling into the Persian Gulf.

Court Denies Bail to IPS Officer in Unauthorised Raids Case

Court Denies Bail to IPS Officer in Unauthorised Raids Case

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of a senior IPS officer from Mizoram, accused of conducting unauthorised raids, illegal detentions, and demanding money from a foreign national in Delhi.

Mumbai Legislature Complex Searched After Bomb Threat Email

Mumbai Legislature Complex Searched After Bomb Threat Email

Rediff.com4 days ago

An email threatening missile and bomb attacks on the Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan and other key locations in Mumbai prompted a security alert and extensive searches.

Counterfeit Protein Supplement Ring Busted in Delhi, Two Arrested

Counterfeit Protein Supplement Ring Busted in Delhi, Two Arrested

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men involved in manufacturing and supplying counterfeit protein supplements in Delhi and the National Capital Region.

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda At Their Reception

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda At Their Reception

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Newlyweds Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda hosted a grand reception on March 4, and invited prominent figures from the film industry.

Migrant Workers Held in Kochi for Ganja Possession

Migrant Workers Held in Kochi for Ganja Possession

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Police in Kochi arrested five migrant workers from West Bengal and seized 30 kilograms of ganja from them at Puthencruz.

Rs 18.63 Crore Worth of Narcotics Destroyed in Navi Mumbai

Rs 18.63 Crore Worth of Narcotics Destroyed in Navi Mumbai

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Narcotics worth Rs 18.63 crore were destroyed in Navi Mumbai as part of the 'Nasha Mukt (Drug Free) Navi Mumbai' campaign. The destruction involved drugs seized in 55 cases and is part of a larger effort that has seen drugs worth Rs 38.45 crore seized in 114 cases. Recent crackdowns include busting a gang from Punjab involved in heroin and opium peddling.

Never required permission to buy Russian oil: Officials

Never required permission to buy Russian oil: Officials

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A senior government official asserts India's independence in purchasing Russian oil, stating that US sanctions waivers merely remove friction but do not dictate India's energy policy. The official highlights India's commitment to energy security and affordability for its citizens.

Gunman Apprehended After Shooting at Influencer's Home in Thane

Gunman Apprehended After Shooting at Influencer's Home in Thane

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A social media influencer's home in Thane, Maharashtra, was attacked in a shooting. Police apprehended one suspect after a chase, during which two bystanders were injured.

Arunachal Pradesh Launches Child Rights Awareness Initiative for Child-Friendly Environment

Arunachal Pradesh Launches Child Rights Awareness Initiative for Child-Friendly Environment

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Women and Child Development Minister Dasanglu Pul launched a child rights awareness initiative to promote a safe, child-friendly environment across the state. The initiative includes pamphlets educating children, parents, and teachers on key child protection laws.

India Plans to Revive Formula One with Driver Development Program

India Plans to Revive Formula One with Driver Development Program

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is pushing to revive Formula One racing in the country, focusing on creating a strong pipeline of drivers and technicians. Discussions with the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) have centered on developing a comprehensive framework to integrate motorsports with India's automotive and engineering sectors.

Who prepared the controversial NCERT textbook?

Who prepared the controversial NCERT textbook?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

An explainer on the process of how NCERT textbooks are prepared, in light of a recent controversy over a class 8 textbook chapter on 'judicial corruption' that led to a Supreme Court ban.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect in Uttarakhand Double Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Suspect in Uttarakhand Double Murder Case

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A 38-year-old Nepalese man has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly murdering his live-in partner and her daughter in Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand. The suspect was apprehended near New Delhi Railway Station while attempting to flee to Mumbai.

Two Assaulted in Jharkhand Amid Childlifting Rumours

Two Assaulted in Jharkhand Amid Childlifting Rumours

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Two individuals were allegedly assaulted in Jharkhand's Deoghar and Koderma districts following rumours of childlifting. Authorities have launched an awareness campaign to combat the spread of misinformation and prevent further incidents.

Anti-Drone, Bomb Squads Guard India Vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Final In Ahmedabad

Anti-Drone, Bomb Squads Guard India Vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Final In Ahmedabad

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Authorities have implemented heightened security measures at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final, including increased police presence, anti-drone systems, and holding areas to prevent stampedes.

Family Pleads for Repatriation of Odisha Worker's Body from Qatar

Family Pleads for Repatriation of Odisha Worker's Body from Qatar

Rediff.com7 days ago

The family of an Odisha migrant worker who died in Qatar is appealing to the government for assistance in bringing his body home. The 25-year-old was the sole earner for his family.

Haryana Woman, Daughters Die by Suicide: Dowry Harassment Claim

Haryana Woman, Daughters Die by Suicide: Dowry Harassment Claim

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 28-year-old woman and her three daughters allegedly committed suicide by jumping into a well in Haryana's Nuh district. The woman's family alleges dowry harassment and mistreatment for not bearing a son as the cause.

India and New Zealand Explore Enhanced Sports Collaboration

India and New Zealand Explore Enhanced Sports Collaboration

Rediff.com7 days ago

India and New Zealand are set to strengthen their sports collaboration through joint training camps, coaching exchanges, and knowledge sharing in sports science, analytics, and athlete performance systems, marking 100 years of sporting ties in 2026.

Meerut Couple's Death at Sewage Plant Investigated as Potential Murder-Suicide

Meerut Couple's Death at Sewage Plant Investigated as Potential Murder-Suicide

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A married couple was found dead at a sewage treatment plant in Meerut, India. Police suspect the husband killed his wife before hanging himself, following reported disputes between the couple.

Be alert, stay indoors: India to citizens in Israel, Iran

Be alert, stay indoors: India to citizens in Israel, Iran

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

India has issued an advisory for its citizens in Israel to exercise utmost caution and remain vigilant at all times, following a joint attack by Israel and the US against Iran.

'An opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment'

'An opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment'

Rediff.com7 days ago

Pakistan's white-ball coach Mike Hesson defends the exclusion of senior players from the ODI series in Bangladesh, stating it's an opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment for T20 World Cup performance. He also addresses reports of disagreements with selectors.

How Punjab Police Uncovered a Cyber Fraud Ring Preying on Women

How Punjab Police Uncovered a Cyber Fraud Ring Preying on Women

Rediff.com6 days ago

Punjab Police have arrested three members of a cyber fraud gang who used voice-changing software and fake social media profiles to extort money from women by threatening to circulate AI-generated objectionable videos.

Mourning Children Killed In US Strike

Mourning Children Killed In US Strike

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Heartbreaking scenes unfolded in Minab, Iran, as mourners gathered to bid farewell to the victims of the Israeli strike on a school on February 28, 2026.

Kuwait shoots down 3 US F-15Es by mistake; drone hits Qatari sites

Kuwait shoots down 3 US F-15Es by mistake; drone hits Qatari sites

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The military command clarified in a statement published on X that the aircraft were engaged in error during active combat operations on Sunday.

IIT Delhi and University of Exeter collaborate on sports tech innovations for injury prevention and real-time concussion detection.

IIT Delhi and University of Exeter collaborate on sports tech innovations for injury prevention and real-time concussion detection.

Rediff.com4 days ago

IIT Delhi, in collaboration with the University of Exeter, is developing cutting-edge sports technology, including wearable ultrasound sensors for injury prevention and helmets that can detect concussions in real-time, potentially revolutionising athlete safety and performance.

Five Odisha Students Drown in Koraput and Mayurbhanj Districts

Five Odisha Students Drown in Koraput and Mayurbhanj Districts

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Five school students, including two girls, drowned in separate incidents in the Koraput and Mayurbhanj districts of Odisha. Three class 10 students drowned in a reservoir after completing their board exams, while two class 2 girls drowned in a pond near their village.

Narendra Modi Stadium Under Tight Security for T20 World Cup Final

Narendra Modi Stadium Under Tight Security for T20 World Cup Final

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Authorities have implemented heightened security measures at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final, including increased police presence, anti-drone systems, and holding areas to prevent stampedes.

Sri Lanka recovers bodies of 80 Iranian sailors killed in US strike

Sri Lanka recovers bodies of 80 Iranian sailors killed in US strike

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The Sri Lanka Navy rescued 32 Iranian sailors from a sinking naval ship off the southern coast, while also recovering several bodies. The incident occurred outside Sri Lankan waters but within its search and rescue zone.

Mob Attacks Gujarat Police Vehicle in Madhya Pradesh Over Liquor Smuggling Probe

Mob Attacks Gujarat Police Vehicle in Madhya Pradesh Over Liquor Smuggling Probe

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A mob in Alirajpur, Madhya Pradesh, attacked a Gujarat police vehicle investigating a liquor smuggling case, fueled by local anger over a youth's death in Gujarat.

Exclusive! She Helped Aishwarya, Sushmita, Priyanka Win

Exclusive! She Helped Aishwarya, Sushmita, Priyanka Win

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Sathya Saran, the woman behind many of India's international pageant wins, reveal why India is no longer bringing the crown home.

T20 WC: Zimbabwe finally head home after travel chaos

T20 WC: Zimbabwe finally head home after travel chaos

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The members of the Zimbabwe cricket team, who were stranded in India after the T20 World Cup due to international airspace closures amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East, headed home on Wednesday after the International Cricket Council (ICC) made alternative travel arrangements for their safe journey.