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Bandi Sanjay Kumar Expresses Faith In Justice System After Son's Arrest

Bandi Sanjay Kumar Expresses Faith In Justice System After Son's Arrest

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar has expressed his faith in the legal process after his son, Bageerath, was arrested in a POCSO case. Kumar has requested understanding and support during this difficult time for his family, while reaffirming their commitment to fighting the case legally.

Court Rejects Police Custody For NCP Leader Vikas Lawande

Court Rejects Police Custody For NCP Leader Vikas Lawande

Rediff.com5 days ago

A local court in Pune has remanded NCP (SP) spokesperson Vikas Lawande in judicial custody until June 6 over controversial statements he made about leaders of the Warkari sect. The court cited insufficient grounds for police remand. Police admitted to inadvertently mentioning the wrong crime number in an earlier reply opposing interim protection from arrest.

Aussie coach backs aging Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood for 2027 World Cup

Aussie coach backs aging Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood for 2027 World Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald backs the pace trio of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood to play the 2027 ODI World Cup, but admitted that Cricket Australia (CA) need to invest in their bodies to set the star pacers up for 2027.

Masoom Minawala, Ishita Mangal, Farhana Bodi Woo Cannes

Masoom Minawala, Ishita Mangal, Farhana Bodi Woo Cannes

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The 79th Cannes Film Festival 2026 wasn't just ruled by movie stars; influencers and digital creators took over the French Riviera as well. And TBH, they didn't come to play.

Bharti Airtel's Q4 net profit drops 33.5% to Rs 7,325 crore due to one-time provisions

Bharti Airtel's Q4 net profit drops 33.5% to Rs 7,325 crore due to one-time provisions

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Bharti Airtel reported a 33.5 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 7,325 crore for the March 2026 quarter, primarily attributed to one-time provisions for statutory and tax liabilities.

PharmEasy's parent has a new playbook: Profit first, growth second

PharmEasy's parent has a new playbook: Profit first, growth second

Rediff.com11 hours ago

API Holdings, the parent company of online pharmacy PharmEasy, has significantly reduced its debt from 1,800 crore to 1,050 crore and refinanced it at lower interest rates under CEO Rahul Guha, shifting its focus from 'growth at any cost' to profitability and aiming for a debt-free balance sheet before a potential stock market listing.

Belagavi Firm Owner Arrested Over Investment Fraud Allegations

Belagavi Firm Owner Arrested Over Investment Fraud Allegations

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The owner of Shivam Associates in Belagavi has been arrested following allegations of multi-crore investment fraud and unregulated financial activities. Authorities are investigating the firm's dealings with thousands of investors.

Shrinking Forests Fuel Deadly Elephant Encounters in Assam

Shrinking Forests Fuel Deadly Elephant Encounters in Assam

Rediff.com2 days ago

The incidents resulted in 1,468 human deaths and 337 injuries, making it one of the country's gravest wildlife-related crises.

IN-SPACe's PSLV EoI Triggers Debate in Indian Space Industry

IN-SPACe's PSLV EoI Triggers Debate in Indian Space Industry

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's move to privatise PSLV rocket production through IN-SPACe has triggered debate over national security, ageing technology and the agency's role.

Indian Techies Face Green Card Uncertainty

Indian Techies Face Green Card Uncertainty

Rediff.com2 days ago

This could come as a setback to thousands of Indian engineers who have waited for years for their work visas to pave the way for the coveted Green Card.

North India swelters under brutal heatwave; UP's Banda hottest

North India swelters under brutal heatwave; UP's Banda hottest

Rediff.com7 days ago

North India is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 48 degrees Celsius in some areas. Several states have issued warnings and advisories as the heatwave is expected to continue.

AI-171 crash: 'Saw captain's body in sitting position, gripping controls'

AI-171 crash: 'Saw captain's body in sitting position, gripping controls'

Rediff.com7 days ago

A man who lost family members in the 2023 Air India AI-171 crash has made claims about the pilot's position in the mortuary, prompting calls for an independent investigation.

Four Terrorists Killed In Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province

Four Terrorists Killed In Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province

Rediff.com6 days ago

Pakistani security forces killed four terrorists in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, while two children died in a suspected drone strike in Bajaur district.

Six Arrested After Man Shot Dead In Greater Noida

Six Arrested After Man Shot Dead In Greater Noida

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 28-year-old man was fatally shot in Greater Noida by assailants on a motorcycle, leading to the arrest of six suspects, police reported. Two of the accused were apprehended after a police encounter. The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation.

Parliamentary panel to review NEET paper leak, NTA reforms

Parliamentary panel to review NEET paper leak, NTA reforms

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A parliamentary panel has decided to review the implementation of reforms in the National Testing Agency (NTA) as well as the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case and has summoned NTA Chairperson Pradeep Kumar Joshi and other bureaucrats for deliberations.

Jharkhand Police Nab Five, Seize Narcotics Worth Lakhs

Jharkhand Police Nab Five, Seize Narcotics Worth Lakhs

Rediff.com5 days ago

Jharkhand Police arrested five individuals and seized narcotics worth over Rs 50 lakh in separate operations across Chatra and Hazaribag districts. Opium husks and brown sugar were recovered, and investigations are ongoing to apprehend further suspects.

ITC's Net Profit Up 6.1% in Q4FY26, Driven by Cigarettes and FMCG

ITC's Net Profit Up 6.1% in Q4FY26, Driven by Cigarettes and FMCG

Rediff.com5 days ago

ITC reported a 6.1 per cent year-on-year growth in its consolidated adjusted net profit from continuing operations, reaching ~5,469.74 crore in the January-March quarter (Q4FY26), primarily fuelled by strong performances in its cigarettes and non-cigarette fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) businesses.

Haryana Hospital Raided For Illegal Sex Determination Operation

Haryana Hospital Raided For Illegal Sex Determination Operation

Rediff.com6 days ago

Haryana health officials busted an alleged illegal sex determination operation at Aayu Hospital in Gurugram, leading to the arrest of a radiologist and the sealing of an ultrasound machine.

SC bail to man in 'hybrid terrorist' recruitment case post Art 370 repeal

SC bail to man in 'hybrid terrorist' recruitment case post Art 370 repeal

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court granted bail to Suhail Ahmad Thokar, arrested under UAPA for allegedly conspiring with terrorist groups to recruit terrorists and radicalise youth after the repeal of Article 370.

Ashwin Urges Patience As CSK Enter Post-Dhoni Transition

Ashwin Urges Patience As CSK Enter Post-Dhoni Transition

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has voiced his support for Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, acknowledging the pressures of IPL leadership and the team's transition phase after MS Dhoni's captaincy.

Jharkhand Police Recover Stolen Jain Idol, Arrest One

Jharkhand Police Recover Stolen Jain Idol, Arrest One

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Jharkhand have recovered a nearly 100-year-old Ashtadhatu idol stolen from a Jain temple and arrested one person in connection with the theft. The idol, valued at Rs 50 lakh, was recovered within two hours of the theft.

Meta, LinkedIn Announce Major Job Cuts Amid AI Restructuring Push

Meta, LinkedIn Announce Major Job Cuts Amid AI Restructuring Push

Rediff.com7 days ago

Major US technology companies, Meta and LinkedIn, are undergoing significant workforce restructuring, with Meta planning to lay off 8,000 employees while shifting 7,000 into AI-focused roles, and LinkedIn cutting over 600 jobs across various departments.

IPL 2026: Simon Doull backs Venkatesh Iyer over Phil Salt for opening role in Qualifier 1

IPL 2026: Simon Doull backs Venkatesh Iyer over Phil Salt for opening role in Qualifier 1

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull has backed Venkatesh Iyer to continue opening alongside Virat Kohli for Indian Premier League 2026 Qualifier 1 against Gujarat Titans. He said it would be difficult for Phil Salt to return from injury and perform immediately in such an important match.

Core Infrastructure Sector Output Rises 1.7% in April, Driven by Steel, Cement, Electricity

Core Infrastructure Sector Output Rises 1.7% in April, Driven by Steel, Cement, Electricity

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's eight core infrastructure sectors recorded a two-month high growth of 1.7 per cent in April, primarily boosted by strong performances in steel, cement, and electricity production, according to government data.

Three Arrested In Punjab Grenade Attack Case

Three Arrested In Punjab Grenade Attack Case

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Police in Punjab have arrested three individuals in connection with a grenade-hurling incident in Gurdaspur last month. The arrests were made following an investigation involving CCTV footage and intelligence gathering, with further investigation underway to uncover the network behind the attack.

Iqra Hasan Booked For Obstructing Government Work During Protest

Iqra Hasan Booked For Obstructing Government Work During Protest

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan and her supporters for allegedly obstructing government work, blocking traffic, and violating prohibitory orders during a recent protest.

Court Rejects CBI Custody Plea In West Bengal Murder Case

Court Rejects CBI Custody Plea In West Bengal Murder Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

A local court in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has rejected a plea by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) seeking custody of firearms recovered from a man arrested in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an associate of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

Four Arrested As Police Seize Ganja In Nashik

Four Arrested As Police Seize Ganja In Nashik

Rediff.com7 days ago

Police in Nashik, Maharashtra, seized 30 kilograms of ganja worth Rs 6 lakh and arrested four individuals involved in the illegal drug trade.

Boxing Selection Camp To Resume With Revised System

Boxing Selection Camp To Resume With Revised System

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The boxing selection camp for the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games will resume with a revised, trial-based system after the Sports Authority of India (SAI) directed the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) to ensure a fair and transparent assessment process.

Bengaluru Cyber Command Busts Fake US Call Centre Racket

Bengaluru Cyber Command Busts Fake US Call Centre Racket

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Karnataka State Cyber Command has uncovered a fake call centre racket operating in Bengaluru, where individuals impersonated a US-based accounting firm to defraud US citizens.

Bengaluru: Juveniles Apprehended For Assault And Robbery

Bengaluru: Juveniles Apprehended For Assault And Robbery

Rediff.com7 days ago

Three juveniles were apprehended in Bengaluru for allegedly assaulting and robbing a person of cash and a vehicle. The incident occurred on May 15, and the stolen vehicle was later found near Jayanna Circle. Police have seized a two-wheeler, a mobile phone, and cash from the juveniles, who confessed to the crime.

Man Posing As Modi Aide In Money Laundering Case Gets Bail

Man Posing As Modi Aide In Money Laundering Case Gets Bail

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The Supreme Court granted bail to Mohammad Kashif, accused of posing as a close aide of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union ministers to extort money. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had registered a case against him based on forgery and cheating.

Bengaluru: Three Juveniles Apprehended For Robbery

Bengaluru: Three Juveniles Apprehended For Robbery

Rediff.com7 days ago

Three juveniles were apprehended in Bengaluru for allegedly assaulting and robbing a person of cash and a vehicle. The incident occurred on May 15, and the stolen vehicle was later found near Jayanna Circle. Police have seized a two-wheeler, a mobile phone, and cash from the juveniles, who confessed to the crime.

Prime Accused Arrested In Meerut Woman's Murder

Prime Accused Arrested In Meerut Woman's Murder

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Police in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested the prime accused in the murder of a 20-year-old woman. The victim's body was found in a forest after she was reported missing.

Prime Accused Arrested In Meerut Woman's Murder

Prime Accused Arrested In Meerut Woman's Murder

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Police in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested the prime accused in the murder of a 20-year-old woman. The victim's body was found in a forest after she was reported missing.

How Haryana Family Achieved Double Mayoral Win In The UK

How Haryana Family Achieved Double Mayoral Win In The UK

Rediff.com3 days ago

In a remarkable achievement, a family from Haryana, India, now residing in the UK, celebrates as both the son, Tushar Kumar, and the mother, Parveen Rani, have been elected as mayors in their respective towns. Tushar has become the youngest Indian-origin mayor in the UK.

Police Investigate Death Threat To Samajwadi Party MP

Police Investigate Death Threat To Samajwadi Party MP

Rediff.com7 days ago

Police in Agra have registered a case regarding a death threat allegedly received by Samajwadi Party MP Ramji Lal Suman via WhatsApp. An investigation is underway.

Bihar DGP: Gang Rape Cases More Common Now

Bihar DGP: Gang Rape Cases More Common Now

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Bihar DGP Vinay Kumar expressed concern over the increasing frequency of gang-rape incidents in the state, attributing it to growing social tolerance and calling for stricter implementation of laws and a change in mindset.

Public Sector Banks clock fourth straight year of profit, hit record Rs 1.98 trillion

Public Sector Banks clock fourth straight year of profit, hit record Rs 1.98 trillion

Rediff.com7 days ago

Public-sector banks (PSBs) in India have reported an 11.2 per cent year-on-year rise in net profit, reaching a record 1.98 trillion in FY26, marking their fourth consecutive year of profitability, driven by sustained business growth, improved asset quality, and strong capital positions.

Meerut Police Bust Illegal Telephone Exchange, Online Loan Fraud

Meerut Police Bust Illegal Telephone Exchange, Online Loan Fraud

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, have dismantled an illegal telephone exchange allegedly used for revenue loss and an online fake loan racket, arresting three individuals and seizing a large quantity of equipment.