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IPL 2026: Why Bhuvneshwar Kumar Deserves His India Cap Back

IPL 2026: Why Bhuvneshwar Kumar Deserves His India Cap Back

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's impressive performance in IPL 2026 has sparked debate about his potential return to the Indian T20I squad.

High Court Orders Release of Man Jailed for Unpaid Maintenance

High Court Orders Release of Man Jailed for Unpaid Maintenance

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has ordered the immediate release of a man sentenced to 22 months in civil prison for failing to pay maintenance to his wife, highlighting legal interpretations of maintenance enforcement.

The Cricket Series Aamir Khan Is Making A Film On

The Cricket Series Aamir Khan Is Making A Film On

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Aamir Khan's upcoming film, aims to shed light on the 1952-1953 India-Pakistan series, which occurred just five years after Partition and marked Pakistan's first official Test series.

Abhishek Banerjee Condemns Arrest of I-PAC Co-founder as Election Intimidation

Abhishek Banerjee Condemns Arrest of I-PAC Co-founder as Election Intimidation

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has criticised the arrest of Vinesh Chandel, co-founder of I-PAC, alleging it's a politically motivated attempt to intimidate the opposition and undermine the fairness of the upcoming West Bengal elections.

Bombay High Court Examines Legality of Furlough Restrictions for MCOCA and POCSO Convicts

Bombay High Court Examines Legality of Furlough Restrictions for MCOCA and POCSO Convicts

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has referred to a larger bench the question of whether the state can deny furlough to prisoners convicted under special statutes like MCOCA and POCSO, citing potential violations of fundamental rights.

Keralam dental student's suicide sparks storm, college faculty under fire

Keralam dental student's suicide sparks storm, college faculty under fire

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating Kannur Dental College faculty after a first-year student died in a suspected suicide, with allegations of emotional harassment and discrimination.

Delhi Police Busts Illegal Arms Unit, Arrests UAPA-Accused Supplier

Delhi Police Busts Illegal Arms Unit, Arrests UAPA-Accused Supplier

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Delhi Police dismantled an illegal arms manufacturing unit in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, arresting two individuals, including a supplier previously charged under the UAPA for supplying weapons to Khalistani terrorists.

Two Arrested in Punjab for Planning Robbery with Illegal Firearms

Two Arrested in Punjab for Planning Robbery with Illegal Firearms

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Punjab Police have arrested two men in Bathinda who were allegedly planning a robbery and were found in possession of illegal weapons.

Sajjan Kumar acquitted in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case

Sajjan Kumar acquitted in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

A Delhi court acquitted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar in a case related to inciting violence in Janakpuri and Vikaspuri areas during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.

Court cannot judge religious beliefs, Sabarimala board tells SC

Court cannot judge religious beliefs, Sabarimala board tells SC

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB), managing the Sabarimala temple, argued in the Supreme Court that religious beliefs should be judged subjectively by the community, as the court hears petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places.

Journalist Rana Ayyub's tweets derogatory, communal, says Delhi HC

Journalist Rana Ayyub's tweets derogatory, communal, says Delhi HC

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Delhi high court is reviewing a petition to remove journalist Rana Ayyub's tweets, and seeks her stand on a petition seeking the removal of the allegedly objectionable content from social media.

Lashkar co-founder Amir Hamza wounded in Lahore gun attack

Lashkar co-founder Amir Hamza wounded in Lahore gun attack

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Lashkar-e-Taiba co-founder Amir Hamza was injured in a gun attack in Lahore. Unidentified gunmen targeted his vehicle, raising concerns about security and potential implications for the region.

Delhi Shooting: Police Investigate Gangster Connection in Chhawla Murder

Delhi Shooting: Police Investigate Gangster Connection in Chhawla Murder

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A man was shot dead in Delhi's Chhawla area, with police investigating a possible connection to a foreign-based gangster.

Nationwide terror module busted; toy car IED plot foiled

Nationwide terror module busted; toy car IED plot foiled

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four men from Maharashtra, Odisha, and Bihar for allegedly planning terror activities and attempting to recruit others online. An IED and related materials were seized during the operation.

Delhi Assembly Breach: Probing the Motives Behind Security Incident

Delhi Assembly Breach: Probing the Motives Behind Security Incident

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Investigation into the Delhi Assembly security breach focuses on the suspect's mental health history and potential links to the farmers' agitation.

5,000 Crore Assets Attached in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

5,000 Crore Assets Attached in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached fresh properties worth over Rs 5,000 crore as part of its money laundering investigation against Chandigarh-based PACL (Pearls Group), accused of orchestrating a Rs 48,000 crore ponzi scheme.

ED Freezes Assets Worth 22,000 Crore in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

ED Freezes Assets Worth 22,000 Crore in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth over Rs 22,000 crore in its money laundering investigation against PACL (Pearls Group), accused of running a Rs 48,000 crore ponzi scheme.

Man Arrested for Duping Over 500 Women in Online Romance Scam

Man Arrested for Duping Over 500 Women in Online Romance Scam

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A 35-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding over 500 women across India of more than Rs 2 crore through fake social media and dating app profiles.

Gangtok Police Nab Suspect in Death of Deaf and Dumb Traffic Assistant

Gangtok Police Nab Suspect in Death of Deaf and Dumb Traffic Assistant

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Police in Gangtok have arrested a 19-year-old youth in connection with the murder of a deaf and dumb man known as 'Traffic Laata,' who assisted with traffic management. The suspect confessed to robbery but claims the death was accidental.

UAPA Accused's Holiday Request Rejected by Court

UAPA Accused's Holiday Request Rejected by Court

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A Mumbai court has denied a UAPA case accused, Vaibhav Raut, permission to travel to Vietnam for a family vacation, deeming the reason for travel as 'too trivial'. Raut, out on bail, sought permission to spend 'happy moments with family'.

Kerala CM Condemns Student Suicide, Promises Action Against Harassment

Kerala CM Condemns Student Suicide, Promises Action Against Harassment

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The alleged suicide of a first-year BDS student in Kerala has sparked outrage and prompted investigations into claims of caste-based harassment. The Chief Minister has condemned the incident, and various organisations are offering support to the student's family and calling for measures to prevent future occurrences.

Dehradun Doctor Suicide: Family Alleges Harassment by HOD

Dehradun Doctor Suicide: Family Alleges Harassment by HOD

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A 25-year-old postgraduate medical student in Dehradun allegedly died by suicide in her car, prompting a police investigation into harassment allegations against her department head.

Mumbai Court Orders Mental Health Assessment for Train Shooting Suspect

Mumbai Court Orders Mental Health Assessment for Train Shooting Suspect

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A Mumbai court has directed prison authorities to shift Chetan Singh Choudhary, accused of a 2023 train shooting, to a mental hospital for evaluation to determine his fitness to stand trial.

Family of Man in Delhi Assembly Security Breach Cites Mental Health Concerns

Family of Man in Delhi Assembly Security Breach Cites Mental Health Concerns

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Uttar Pradesh Police questioned the family of Sarabjeet Singh, accused of breaching security at the Delhi Assembly. His family claims he suffers from mental health issues and was undergoing treatment.

Delhi Rehab Centre Stabbing: Engineer Kills Fellow Inmate

Delhi Rehab Centre Stabbing: Engineer Kills Fellow Inmate

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A chemical engineer undergoing treatment at a de-addiction centre in Delhi allegedly stabbed a fellow inmate to death following a quarrel. Police have arrested the suspect and are investigating the incident.

Malayalam Cinema's Biggest Blockbusters

Malayalam Cinema's Biggest Blockbusters

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Savin Sa's 'Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros' has officially joined the exclusive Rs 200 crore club, becoming the fifth Malayalam film to achieve this milestone and the first with rank newcomers in the lead, while also being ranked among the top five highest-grossing Malayalam films.

Justice Varma withdraws from inquiry for his impeachment

Justice Varma withdraws from inquiry for his impeachment

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma has resigned, effectively halting impeachment proceedings initiated against him by the Lok Sabha following corruption allegations.

Scheduled Caste status only for Hindus, Buddhists and Sikhs, not converts, rules SC

Scheduled Caste status only for Hindus, Buddhists and Sikhs, not converts, rules SC

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that individuals converting from Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism cannot retain Scheduled Caste status, reinforcing existing constitutional provisions.

Supreme Court Asserts Right to Decide Superstitious Practices, Govt Disagrees

Supreme Court Asserts Right to Decide Superstitious Practices, Govt Disagrees

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court of India has asserted its jurisdiction to determine what constitutes a superstitious practice within a religion, during a hearing on petitions related to discrimination against women at religious sites.

ISI-Backed Module Suspected in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast: Two More Arrested

ISI-Backed Module Suspected in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast: Two More Arrested

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have arrested two more individuals allegedly involved in the recent blast outside the BJP headquarters in Chandigarh, bringing the total arrests to seven. The suspects are believed to be part of an ISI-backed module taking instructions from handlers in Germany and Portugal.

Kannur Dental College Faces Probe After Student's Alleged Suicide

Kannur Dental College Faces Probe After Student's Alleged Suicide

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Police in Kannur, Kerala, have launched an investigation into Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student, Nithin Raj R L, who allegedly died by suicide after facing emotional harassment from faculty members. The investigation includes allegations of caste-based discrimination and threats of academic repercussions.

Man Who Breached Delhi Assembly Security Sent to Police Custody

Man Who Breached Delhi Assembly Security Sent to Police Custody

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A man who breached security at the Delhi Assembly by driving an SUV into the complex has been remanded to eight days' police custody. The court cited the seriousness of the allegations and the accused's apparent awareness of his actions.

Kannur Dental College Under Investigation Following Student Suicide Allegations

Kannur Dental College Under Investigation Following Student Suicide Allegations

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Police in Kannur, Kerala, have launched an investigation into Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student, Nithin Raj RL, who allegedly died by suicide after facing emotional harassment from faculty members. The college has suspended two faculty members and is cooperating with the police investigation.

SC revokes wrongful termination of IAF officer after 32 years

SC revokes wrongful termination of IAF officer after 32 years

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has revoked the wrongful termination of a former Indian Air Force official, restoring his honour after more than three decades, in a case involving alleged criminal force against a junior colleague.

No Relief for Amritpal Singh as HC rejects NSA plea; Punjab seeks Assam stay

No Relief for Amritpal Singh as HC rejects NSA plea; Punjab seeks Assam stay

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Punjab government has filed a plea seeking the continued detention of MP Amritpal Singh in Dibrugarh jail, Assam, citing security concerns. The High Court dismissed Amritpal's plea challenging his detention under the National Security Act.

Karur stampede: CBI summons Vijay on March 10 for another round of questioning

Karur stampede: CBI summons Vijay on March 10 for another round of questioning

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The CBI has summoned actor Vijay for further questioning regarding the 2025 Karur stampede that resulted in 41 deaths. This follows previous questioning and the gathering of new evidence requiring clarification from the actor.

Delhi Man Arrested After Allegedly Killing Wife with LPG Cylinder

Delhi Man Arrested After Allegedly Killing Wife with LPG Cylinder

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A 32-year-old woman in Delhi was allegedly killed by her husband during a domestic dispute involving an LPG cylinder. The husband has been arrested, and police are investigating the incident.

NIA Court Denies Elgar Parishad Accused Hany Babu's Travel Request

NIA Court Denies Elgar Parishad Accused Hany Babu's Travel Request

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A special NIA court in Mumbai has denied Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case accused Hany Babu permission to visit Kerala, citing previous similar rejections and readily available medical facilities in Mumbai.

High Court: 'Talaq' Date Determines Divorce Under Muslim Law

High Court: 'Talaq' Date Determines Divorce Under Muslim Law

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a divorce under Mohammedan Law is effective from the date 'talaq' is pronounced, with a court decree simply confirming the divorce.

'Not okay': Yuvraj slams dad over Dhoni, Kapil comments

'Not okay': Yuvraj slams dad over Dhoni, Kapil comments

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Yuvraj Singh has apologised for his father Yograj Singh's critical comments directed at MS Dhoni and Kapil Dev, emphasising that his father's views do not reflect his own.