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EV Adoption Rises As West Asia Crisis Makes Fuel Costly

EV Adoption Rises As West Asia Crisis Makes Fuel Costly

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Fuel prices have risen by about Rs 7.5 per litre since May 15, as global crude oil prices surged due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia and supply concerns around the Strait of Hormuz.

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Indian racer Arjun Maini delivered a standout performance in Qualifying 2 for the 24 Hours of Nurburgring, finishing ahead of four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen in one of the toughest GT3 grids in world motorsport.

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Indian racer Arjun Maini delivered a standout performance in Qualifying 2 for the 24 Hours of Nurburgring, finishing ahead of four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen in one of the toughest GT3 grids in world motorsport.

Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past Review: More Laughs Than Scares

Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past Review: More Laughs Than Scares

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past has no real scares, no real acting, no real sets, no real drama, no real crows and no real 3D effects, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Gujarat Official Held In Disproportionate Assets Case

Gujarat Official Held In Disproportionate Assets Case

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A senior Gujarat government official has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in a disproportionate assets case after searches revealed valuables worth over Rs 2.64 crore.

MEA assures help to Indians hit in Kuwait attack

MEA assures help to Indians hit in Kuwait attack

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that an Indian national was killed and 13 others injured in an attack on Kuwait International Airport. The MEA is providing assistance to the victims' families and monitoring the situation amidst escalating US-Iran tensions, also advising Indian nationals against travel to Iran and facilitating evacuations.

Madurai Teen Murder: Five Arrested; CM Vijay Orders Swift Action on Heinous Crimes

Madurai Teen Murder: Five Arrested; CM Vijay Orders Swift Action on Heinous Crimes

Rediff.com25 May 2026

A 17-year-old boy was murdered in the car parking area of the Sri Meenakshi Amman temple in Madurai, leading to the arrest of five suspects, including two juveniles. Concurrently, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay directed police to promptly register and expedite cases related to sexual crimes and other heinous offences, ensuring stringent punishment for culprits.

Delhi Teenager Arrested After Restaurant Shooting Incident

Delhi Teenager Arrested After Restaurant Shooting Incident

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A 16-year-old boy was apprehended for shooting a 17-year-old student at a restaurant in Amar Colony after an argument. The victim is in critical condition, and police are investigating the incident and searching for the remaining suspects.

Five Arrested In Latehar For Illicit Liquor Smuggling

Five Arrested In Latehar For Illicit Liquor Smuggling

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Jharkhand police arrested five people in Latehar for allegedly transporting over 50,000 bottles of illicit liquor from Haryana to Bihar.

London Woman Charged With Murder After Body Found In Van

London Woman Charged With Murder After Body Found In Van

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A 39-year-old woman from London has been charged with murder after a man's body was discovered in the back of a van in Leicester. Harinder Kaur is also charged with perverting the course of justice and will appear in court this week.

Gurugram: Youths Held For Ruckus, Assaulting Security Guard

Gurugram: Youths Held For Ruckus, Assaulting Security Guard

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Three people were arrested in Gurugram for allegedly creating a ruckus and assaulting a security guard at a housing society after playing loud music from their SUV.

Norris Laughs Off Verstappen Jibe Over 2026 Cars

Norris Laughs Off Verstappen Jibe Over 2026 Cars

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

World champion Lando Norris says he was amused by reactions to his comments on the new 2026 Formula One cars after rival Max Verstappen criticised them during pre-season testing in Bahrain.

Verbal Spat Led To Watchman's Murder In Delhi, Four Arrested

Verbal Spat Led To Watchman's Murder In Delhi, Four Arrested

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Four people have been apprehended in connection with the murder of a 60-year-old watchman in Outer Delhi's Peeragarhi village. Police say the 'well-planned' murder was carried out following a verbal altercation. The accused removed the number plate of the SUV used in the crime to avoid identification.

How Police Unravelled The Murder Of A Missing Woman

How Police Unravelled The Murder Of A Missing Woman

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Kanpur police have solved the case of a missing 21-year-old woman, revealing she was allegedly murdered by a private hospital owner, Devkant Uttam, and his nephew, Vivek Patel. The victim had previously filed a harassment complaint against Uttam. Patel confessed to strangling the woman and dumping her body in Bulandshahr. Both accused are in custody, and investigations are ongoing, with a possible relationship angle being explored.

Delhi Man Killed in Road Accident Involving Scooter, Car, and Bus

Delhi Man Killed in Road Accident Involving Scooter, Car, and Bus

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A 30-year-old man died in Delhi after his scooter collided with an open car door and he was subsequently run over by a DTC bus. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Disclosure Day Review: Close Encounters of The Tiresome Kind

Disclosure Day Review: Close Encounters of The Tiresome Kind

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Steven Spielberg's latest sci-fi offering Disclosure Day attempts to blend political thriller elements with an alien narrative, but despite strong performances and moments of suspense, it ultimately leaves viewers with too many unanswered questions and a somewhat unearned climax laments Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Man Arrested in Rajasthan Luxury Car and Crypto Investment Fraud

Man Arrested in Rajasthan Luxury Car and Crypto Investment Fraud

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Rajasthan Police have arrested a man allegedly involved in a large-scale fraud that collected crores in funds from people under the pretext of luxury car sales, cryptocurrency, and social media-based investment schemes.

BSF Jawan Held For Discharging Firearm After Road Ruckus

BSF Jawan Held For Discharging Firearm After Road Ruckus

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan has been arrested in Gondia, Maharashtra, after allegedly firing a pistol during a road rage incident while under the influence of alcohol.

Delhi Police Arrest Man For Airport Metro Cable Theft

Delhi Police Arrest Man For Airport Metro Cable Theft

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 29-year-old man for allegedly stealing copper cables and damaging security equipment along the Airport Express Metro Line near Buddha Jayanti Park.

'Great cricket fan': Lalit Modi on PM Modi's vision

'Great cricket fan': Lalit Modi on PM Modi's vision

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Former Indian Premier League chairman and cricket administrator Lalit Modi described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a 'great cricket fan' and said his interactions with the Prime Minister were largely centred around the development of cricket infrastructure in Ahmedabad.

Karnataka: Four Arrested For Robbery In Chikkaballapura

Karnataka: Four Arrested For Robbery In Chikkaballapura

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Four men have been arrested in Chikkaballapura, Karnataka, for allegedly robbing a man of Rs 7.5 lakh after throwing chilli powder in his eyes and threatening him with a machete.

Four Held For Dangerous Stunts On Ganga Expressway

Four Held For Dangerous Stunts On Ganga Expressway

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Four men were arrested in Meerut for allegedly performing dangerous stunts, driving on the wrong side, and misbehaving with toll plaza staff on the Ganga Expressway.

Delhi Watchman Killing: Police Investigate Planned Murder

Delhi Watchman Killing: Police Investigate Planned Murder

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Delhi suspect the killing of a 60-year-old watchman was a planned murder, not a spontaneous act of road rage. The victim was repeatedly run over by an SUV with no number plate, and investigators are exploring possible motives including attempted theft and previous enmity.

How NIA Uncovered The Red Fort Blast Conspiracy

How NIA Uncovered The Red Fort Blast Conspiracy

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The NIA's investigation into the Delhi Red Fort blast case has revealed that the main accused used a false identity to obtain chemicals for making explosives.

Law Student Rams Police Officers With Thar In Delhi

Law Student Rams Police Officers With Thar In Delhi

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A Delhi Police constable and a police mitra were injured after a law student allegedly rammed his Thar into their motorcycle and ran over them while trying to flee from public ire in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri area, police said on Tuesday.

'Too many mistakes': Pant gets brutal advice

'Too many mistakes': Pant gets brutal advice

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is playing too many horizontal shots and throwing his wickets away, according to his formative coach Devender Sharma, who has advised him to play more vertical and more on the off-side.

Two Die In Road Accidents In Maharashtra's Beed

Two Die In Road Accidents In Maharashtra's Beed

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Two individuals lost their lives and two others were injured in separate road accidents in the Beed district of Maharashtra, according to police reports.

Bengaluru Man Kills Woman, Commits Suicide: What We Know

Bengaluru Man Kills Woman, Commits Suicide: What We Know

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A 46-year-old man in Bengaluru allegedly killed a woman lecturer by setting her car on fire before dying by suicide. Police investigations are underway to determine the motive and circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.

Sex Trafficking Racket Busted In Jharkhand, Girls Rescued

Sex Trafficking Racket Busted In Jharkhand, Girls Rescued

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Jharkhand's Giridih district have busted a sex trafficking racket, rescuing two girls and arresting three individuals. The girls were allegedly forced into prostitution after being lured with the promise of jobs.

Hand Grenade Recovered Near Kurukshetra After Gangster's Disclosure

Hand Grenade Recovered Near Kurukshetra After Gangster's Disclosure

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A hand grenade was recovered from a car near Kurukshetra following the interrogation of an arrested gangster, revealing a planned extortion plot.

Supreme Court to hear cases via video conference on 2 days a week

Supreme Court to hear cases via video conference on 2 days a week

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The Supreme Court has decided to hear cases exclusively through video conference on Mondays and Fridays. Judges have also resolved to encourage car-pooling arrangements amongst themselves in order to ensure optimum fuel utilisation.

Meerut Police Bust Illegal Telephone Exchange, Online Loan Fraud

Meerut Police Bust Illegal Telephone Exchange, Online Loan Fraud

Rediff.com21 May 2026

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.

7 Priciest, Fanciest Cars Of 2026

7 Priciest, Fanciest Cars Of 2026

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The most expensive cars on the planet in 2026 got their price tag for their advanced engineering and bespoke craftsmanship. Produced in numbers so small they border on myth.

Senior Lawyer Killed In Hyderabad, Murder Suspected

Senior Lawyer Killed In Hyderabad, Murder Suspected

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A senior lawyer in Hyderabad, Khaza Moizuddin, died after being hit by an SUV outside his home. Police are investigating a possible murder, with the lawyer's son alleging it was related to his father's work fighting encroachment on waqf properties.

As FIFA World Cup nears, homeless in US host city feel the heat

As FIFA World Cup nears, homeless in US host city feel the heat

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

When Atlanta hosted the 1996 Olympics, police were accused of arresting homeless people by the thousands. The crackdown resulted in a welter of lawsuits and news stories that caused long-term damage to the city's reputation. Now the Georgia state capital is looking to show the world that it has moved on, as it hosts World Cup games this summer.

Woman Dies After Dowry Harassment Allegations: Husband Arrested

Woman Dies After Dowry Harassment Allegations: Husband Arrested

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A 24-year-old woman died in Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly due to dowry harassment by her in-laws. Her husband and father-in-law have been arrested, and an investigation is underway following a complaint by the victim's family, who allege murder.

Why ICE Still Rules India's Car Market

Why ICE Still Rules India's Car Market

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Indian car buyers care more about affordability than technology, keeping ICE vehicles dominant while hybrids emerge as the preferred transition option and EVs struggle in the mass market.

Father and Son Die in Car Fire After Crash in Chhindwara

Father and Son Die in Car Fire After Crash in Chhindwara

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A 61-year-old man and his son died after their CNG-fitted car crashed into a garage and caught fire in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. Police suspect the driver fell asleep at the wheel.

How De Vries Clinched Victory For Mahindra Racing

How De Vries Clinched Victory For Mahindra Racing

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Nyck de Vries secured a maiden victory for Mahindra Racing in the Monaco E-Prix, marking their first win in nearly five years.

ED raids on Kerala ex-CM Vijayan's homes in CMRL case; violence erupts

ED raids on Kerala ex-CM Vijayan's homes in CMRL case; violence erupts

Rediff.com28 May 2026

CPI(M) workers clashed with security personnel outside former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's residence in Kerala during Enforcement Directorate (ED) searches related to the alleged CMRL monthly payment case involving his daughter.