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CBI Arrests Railway Inspector for Alleged Bribery in Ranchi

CBI Arrests Railway Inspector for Alleged Bribery in Ranchi

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested a chief commercial inspector (CCI) of the South Eastern Railway in Ranchi for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000.

Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP Of Being 'Anti-Women'

Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP Of Being 'Anti-Women'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav criticised the BJP government's record on women's safety, alleging increased crimes and discrimination.

IRCTC Bets Big on Payments Play

IRCTC Bets Big on Payments Play

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

IRCTC is expanding its payments arm, IRCTC Payments, to handle transactions across its ticketing platform and tap government clients, aiming to scale its annual payment processing to approximately 1 trillion.

Recipes: Zelda's Hearty Cool-Down Salads

Recipes: Zelda's Hearty Cool-Down Salads

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Arm yourself with these two salads this summer.

IPL 2026, GT vs RCB: Gujarat Titans stave off Royal Challengers fightback for 5th win

IPL 2026, GT vs RCB: Gujarat Titans stave off Royal Challengers fightback for 5th win

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Skipper Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler played useful knocks to help Gujarat Titans chase down defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru's modest total, securing a four-wicket win in their Indian Premier League match in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Fake Life-Saving Drugs Racket Busted in Delhi

Fake Life-Saving Drugs Racket Busted in Delhi

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an organised interstate racket involved in manufacturing and distributing counterfeit life-saving medicines, arresting six individuals and seizing fake drugs worth approximately Rs 2 crore. The investigation also revealed a network of fake GST firms used for generating bogus invoices and laundering money.

West Asia Conflict Deepens India's Economic Challenges

West Asia Conflict Deepens India's Economic Challenges

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Even if there is an early agreement on a cessation of hostilities in West Asia, the price shock will not go away easily, points out A K Bhattacharya.

I-PAC Director's Representative Assists ED With Data Extraction

I-PAC Director's Representative Assists ED With Data Extraction

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A legal representative of I-PAC director Rishi Raj Singh assisted the Enforcement Directorate in Delhi with data extraction from seized electronic devices. This follows raids and the arrest of another director, Vinesh Chandel, amid allegations of financial irregularities and money laundering.

Centre notifies Women's Reservation Act for J-K, other UTs

Centre notifies Women's Reservation Act for J-K, other UTs

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Centre has notified the implementation of the Women's Reservation Act 2023, providing a 33 per cent quota for women in legislatures, Jammu and Kashmir, and Union Territories, with the provisions set to come into force on April 17, 2026.

Why BJP Claims TMC Rule Is On 'Borrowed Time' In Bengal

Why BJP Claims TMC Rule Is On 'Borrowed Time' In Bengal

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The BJP's West Bengal unit chief, Samik Bhattacharya, criticised the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government, accusing it of crushing democracy and fostering lawlessness in the state. He highlighted alleged political violence, economic decline, and disrespect for constitutional posts under the TMC's rule.

Rs 501 Phone: Odisha High Court Quashes Complaint Against Mukesh Ambani

Rs 501 Phone: Odisha High Court Quashes Complaint Against Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

'Courts are not moved by spectacle. They act when the facts, as they stand, call for the law to step in.'

California Hospice Fraud: FBI Arrests Eight in $50 Million Healthcare Scheme

California Hospice Fraud: FBI Arrests Eight in $50 Million Healthcare Scheme

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The FBI has arrested eight individuals in California for allegedly defrauding the national healthcare system of over USD 50 million through fraudulent hospice care facilities.

California Hospice Fraud: FBI Arrests Eight in $50 Million Scheme

California Hospice Fraud: FBI Arrests Eight in $50 Million Scheme

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The FBI has arrested eight individuals in California for allegedly defrauding the national healthcare system of over $50 million through fraudulent hospice care facilities.

How Modi's Jhalmuri Purchase Could Influence Bengal Elections

How Modi's Jhalmuri Purchase Could Influence Bengal Elections

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

BJP MP Anurag Thakur believes PM Modi's purchase of 'jhalmuri' in Jhargram will influence the West Bengal Assembly polls, contrasting it with CM Mamata Banerjee's actions. He also criticised the TMC government for blocking central schemes and failing to ensure women's safety.

Rs 7 Crore GST Fraud Uncovered In Pilibhit

Rs 7 Crore GST Fraud Uncovered In Pilibhit

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Police in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, have uncovered a GST fraud involving the misuse of a GST ID to misappropriate approximately Rs 7 crore. The investigation revealed 13 fake firms allegedly used to generate bogus bills.

Smartphone Prices Set for Sharp Surge

Smartphone Prices Set for Sharp Surge

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Manufacturers are planning a hike of over 15 per cent in the second quarter of calendar year 2026, as memory prices shoot through the roof.

No timeline to okay bills, no deemed consent by courts: SC

No timeline to okay bills, no deemed consent by courts: SC

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that no timelines can be imposed on governors and the president to grant assent to bills passed by state assemblies, clarifying the extent of their powers under Article 200 of the Constitution.

Punjab CM Orders Crop Loss Assessment, Promises Compensation to Farmers

Punjab CM Orders Crop Loss Assessment, Promises Compensation to Farmers

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced a crop loss assessment following recent inclement weather and promised compensation to affected farmers. The announcement came as Mann presented a report on the power department and addressed other issues including sacrilege laws and drug enforcement.

India Clears Nuclear FDI Policy

India Clears Nuclear FDI Policy

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

'The Atomic Energy Commission has approved the FDI policy and it is going in for ministerial consultations.'

US to end Russia, Iran oil waiver; India to feel heat

US to end Russia, Iran oil waiver; India to feel heat

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The United States has announced it will not renew sanctions exemptions for the purchase of Russian and Iranian oil, ending a 30-day waiver that allowed some countries, including India, to continue importing Russian oil despite sanctions related to the Ukraine war.

BJP Chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar Rejects Rahul Gandhi's Claims of BJP-CPI(M) Alliance in Kerala

BJP Chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar Rejects Rahul Gandhi's Claims of BJP-CPI(M) Alliance in Kerala

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

BJP state chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar dismisses Rahul Gandhi's charge of a BJP-CPI(M) understanding in Kerala as baseless, asserting the NDA is competitive and criticising Congress's performance.

Banerjee Retorts to Modi's Claims on Bengal's Fish Production

Banerjee Retorts to Modi's Claims on Bengal's Fish Production

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has refuted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claims regarding the state's fish production, accusing him of misrepresenting facts and alleging restrictions on non-vegetarian food consumption in BJP-ruled states.

CCPA warns restaurants against levying 'LPG charges'

CCPA warns restaurants against levying 'LPG charges'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The authority has termed it an unfair trade practice under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, pointing out that only applicable taxes can be added to the price mentioned in the menu.

Mastermind Of Rs 1,825 Crore GST Fraud Arrested

Mastermind Of Rs 1,825 Crore GST Fraud Arrested

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Kapil Chugh, accused of masterminding a Rs 1,825 crore GST refund fraud, has been arrested by DGGI officers upon his return from Dubai. He is alleged to have evaded investigation and is wanted in other economic criminal cases.

Banerjee Accuses BJP Of Dividing Bengal On Religious Lines

Banerjee Accuses BJP Of Dividing Bengal On Religious Lines

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticised the BJP for allegedly attempting to divide people on religious and caste lines during a community outreach programme in her Bhabanipur constituency.

Banerjee Accuses BJP Of Dividing Bengal On Religious Lines

Banerjee Accuses BJP Of Dividing Bengal On Religious Lines

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticised the BJP for allegedly deleting names from electoral rolls and attempting to divide people on religious and caste lines during a community outreach programme in her Bhabanipur constituency.

Rahul Gandhi Targets CPI(M) and BJP in Kerala Poll Campaign

Rahul Gandhi Targets CPI(M) and BJP in Kerala Poll Campaign

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi intensified the UDF's campaign for the Kerala polls, accusing the CPI(M) of stealing gold from the Sabarimala temple and questioning PM Modi's silence on the issue. He also addressed concerns about rubber prices and the FCRA amendments.

No Impact, No Clarity: Dube's Tough IPL 2026

No Impact, No Clarity: Dube's Tough IPL 2026

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Shivam Dube's poor IPL 2026 form for Chennai Super Kings stems from role confusion and lack of impact, despite a decent strike rate.

Why Djokovic And Gu Are Hosting Laureus Awards Together

Why Djokovic And Gu Are Hosting Laureus Awards Together

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Novak Djokovic and Eileen Gu will co-host this year's Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid, marking a historic first for the prestigious event.

Sudha Murty Advocates for Mandatory School Counsellors to Support Child Sexual Abuse Victims

Sudha Murty Advocates for Mandatory School Counsellors to Support Child Sexual Abuse Victims

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Rajya Sabha member Sudha Murty urges mandatory counsellors in schools to support children facing sexual offences during a debate on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2024.

Shahjahanpur Officials Face Charges Over Disability Certificate Fraud

Shahjahanpur Officials Face Charges Over Disability Certificate Fraud

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have booked 12 district administration employees for allegedly issuing fraudulent disability certificates to 14 individuals without proper medical examinations. A separate case involves retired health department employees accused of siphoning funds through fake medical reimbursement claims.

Shahjahanpur Disability Certificate Scam: 12 Employees Booked

Shahjahanpur Disability Certificate Scam: 12 Employees Booked

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against 12 employees for allegedly issuing fake disability certificates to 14 beneficiaries without proper medical examination. A separate case involves retired health employees siphoning funds through fraudulent medical claims.

Modi Slams TMC, Says Bengal Election Is To Save State's Identity

Modi Slams TMC, Says Bengal Election Is To Save State's Identity

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Mamata Banerjee government of favouring infiltrators over the native population in West Bengal, asserting that the upcoming assembly election is a battle to save the state's identity.

Rashmika's Double Bill Drama On OTT

Rashmika's Double Bill Drama On OTT

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Rashmika's double bill drama, Tom Cruise on a deadly mission and lots more thrills on OTT this week.

Allahabad HC Grants Bail to Businessman in Rotomac 'Scam' Case

Allahabad HC Grants Bail to Businessman in Rotomac 'Scam' Case

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has granted bail to businessman Rajesh Bothra in connection with the Rotomac 'scam', citing the likelihood of a prolonged trial.

'Every Time Action Was Said I'd Run Away'

'Every Time Action Was Said I'd Run Away'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Avinash Tiwary reveals how filmmaker Imtiaz Ali challenged him to transcend physical vanity in their upcoming Netflix romantic-drama series, O Saathi Re, marking it as one of his most demanding roles to date.

Qlik and ServiceNow Join Forces to Integrate Data Analytics and AI into Enterprise Workflows

Qlik and ServiceNow Join Forces to Integrate Data Analytics and AI into Enterprise Workflows

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Qlik and ServiceNow have announced a partnership to integrate data analytics and AI into enterprise workflows, enabling faster and more informed decision-making.

Tata Power Teams Up with Databricks to Develop AI-Driven Energy Solutions

Tata Power Teams Up with Databricks to Develop AI-Driven Energy Solutions

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Tata Power has announced a collaboration with Databricks to develop a data and AI platform aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, decision-making, and innovation across its energy systems.

'Gaddars': Punjab CM Mann slams AAP MPs joining BJP

'Gaddars': Punjab CM Mann slams AAP MPs joining BJP

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has strongly criticised Aam Aadmi Party members who defected to the BJP, labelling them as 'traitors' and accusing the BJP of attempting to destabilise the AAP government in Punjab.

NCW Submits Recommendations For Acid Attack Victim Support

NCW Submits Recommendations For Acid Attack Victim Support

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has submitted a comprehensive set of recommendations to various central ministries, outlining a survivor-centric framework to enhance care, justice, and rehabilitation for acid-attack victims.