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'Sorry boys, I let you down': Hamilton's costly mistake

'Sorry boys, I let you down': Hamilton's costly mistake

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Lewis Hamilton apologised to Ferrari after missing a crucial pit entry during a Virtual Safety Car period at the Singapore Grand Prix, which prevented the team from securing a double podium. His decision to stay out led to significant tyre degradation and a drop to sixth place, costing valuable points. Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur confirmed there was no miscommunication and acknowledged the missed opportunity.

Police Unravel Bishnoi Gang's Role In Tiger Shroff Firing

Police Unravel Bishnoi Gang's Role In Tiger Shroff Firing

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mumbai Police revealed actor Tiger Shroff was allegedly fired upon at the behest of Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Anil Pandit. The probe has expanded, leading to the arrest of five more individuals, including two women who allegedly smuggled weapons. Three key accused were brought to Mumbai and remanded to police custody as investigators seek to uncover the full conspiracy and recover weapons.

Stepson Arrested For Allegedly Murdering Mother's Husband Over Remarriage

Stepson Arrested For Allegedly Murdering Mother's Husband Over Remarriage

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A 22-year-old man, Avdeep Singh, allegedly shot dead his 30-year-old stepfather, Navjot, at his car service centre in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh. The murder, which occurred on October 10, was reportedly motivated by Avdeep's resentment over his 49-year-old mother Kamal Kaur's decision to remarry after her first husband's death. Avdeep, who had returned from New Zealand, conspired with his cousin Rajandeep Singh, 23. Both accused were arrested within 48 hours, and police recovered the car and weapons used in the crime.

Tiger Shroff firing: Trio remanded for conducting recce, supplying arms

Tiger Shroff firing: Trio remanded for conducting recce, supplying arms

Rediff.com1 days ago

Three individuals from Haryana, Ankit Khatak, Sameer Khatri, and Jatin Panchal, have been remanded in police custody until October 28 in connection with the firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff. Police allege their involvement in reconnaissance, logistics, weapons supply, and a conspiracy to help the primary shooters escape, with investigations exploring potential links to organised crime and the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

Grindr Lure Leads To Knifepoint Robbery, Three Arrested In Faridabad

Grindr Lure Leads To Knifepoint Robbery, Three Arrested In Faridabad

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Faridabad police have arrested three individuals for robbing a man of Rs 32,500 at knifepoint after luring him through the dating app Grindr. The victim was taken to a secluded spot, assaulted, and robbed, with the extorted money later deposited into an online betting site.

Shots fired at Tiger Shroff, Bishnoi gang claims attack

Shots fired at Tiger Shroff, Bishnoi gang claims attack

Rediff.com6 days ago

Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff escaped unhurt after gunmen opened fire at his car in Mumbai's Juhu area, injuring his driver and an autorickshaw driver. Police have formed 15 teams to investigate the incident, which a viral social media post attributed to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, though authenticity is unverified. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured Shroff of swift action against the assailants.

ICMR's Nationwide Study On Car Chemicals To Conclude By May 2027

ICMR's Nationwide Study On Car Chemicals To Conclude By May 2027

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) that its nationwide study investigating cancer-causing chemicals in car interiors is projected to be completed by May 2027. This study follows a media report highlighting the presence of flame retardants like TCIPP, TDCIPP, and TCEP in car cabin air, which are considered potential carcinogens.

Mumbai to Surat by taxi, train to Kota: Tiger Shroff shooters' escape trail

Mumbai to Surat by taxi, train to Kota: Tiger Shroff shooters' escape trail

Rediff.com5 days ago

New CCTV footage from Surat station purportedly shows two suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case boarding a Pune-Jaipur express train, hours after the attack in Mumbai. Three individuals were later nabbed from a train at Kota station on Monday morning, following a coordinated police operation.

Tiger Shroff firing: 3 suspects caught on train in 15-minute Kota op

Tiger Shroff firing: 3 suspects caught on train in 15-minute Kota op

Rediff.com5 days ago

Three suspects have been detained in Kota, Rajasthan, in connection with the recent firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, as police investigate the alleged involvement of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

Delhi teen crashes rented Audi into pedestrians, 1 killed

Delhi teen crashes rented Audi into pedestrians, 1 killed

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

A 17-year-old boy driving a rented Audi car allegedly crashed into three vehicles in southwest Delhi's Kishangarh, resulting in the death of a 45-year-old pedestrian. Police have apprehended the juvenile, seized the vehicles, and are investigating the car rental company for leasing the luxury car to a minor.

Mini Cooper Crash: Suhail Recreates Accident Scene

Mini Cooper Crash: Suhail Recreates Accident Scene

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Police took prime accused Suhail to the accident spot in Nedumbassery near Kochi for evidence collection in the high-profile Mini Cooper crash case. Three youngsters died on October 11 when Suhail, allegedly driving under the influence, hit their scooter. The accused were also taken to bars where they reportedly consumed alcohol, and will be produced before the court later on Thursday.

Five Alleged Drug Peddlers Arrested With Heroin In J&K Operations

Five Alleged Drug Peddlers Arrested With Heroin In J&K Operations

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Jammu and Kashmir arrested five alleged drug peddlers in separate operations in Samba and Reasi districts on Wednesday. Three individuals were apprehended in Samba with 10.06 grams of heroin and a weighing machine, while two others were arrested in Reasi with 10 grams of heroin. All five have been booked under the NDPS Act, and further investigation is ongoing.

Why was Tiger Shroff targeted? Salman Khan link emerges in audio clip

Why was Tiger Shroff targeted? Salman Khan link emerges in audio clip

Rediff.com5 days ago

Three individuals were arrested in Kota for allegedly firing at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai. The incident, which injured Shroff's driver and a bystander, is being investigated for links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, which purportedly claimed responsibility due to Shroff's alleged association with Salman Khan. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis confirmed the arrests and vowed strict action.

Ayesha Shroff Visits Injured Vlogger, Offers Help

Ayesha Shroff Visits Injured Vlogger, Offers Help

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ayesha Shroff -- whose father Air Vice Marshal Ranjan Dutt was awarded a Vir Chakra for gallantry in the 1948 War -- met with Chauhan's friends and family in the ICU, sharing her phone number and asking to be kept updated regarding his medical needs.

'Lured and trapped', alleges Tiger Shroff shooting accused's mother

'Lured and trapped', alleges Tiger Shroff shooting accused's mother

Rediff.com5 days ago

The mother of Rehan, one of the three accused arrested in connection with the firing at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, claims her son was lured and trapped into the incident. She stated he had been out of contact for 20 days and suspected he was intoxicated and taken away. Rehan's father also revealed his son's past arrest under the Arms Act.

Fadnavis calls Tiger Shroff, assures swift arrest of shooters

Fadnavis calls Tiger Shroff, assures swift arrest of shooters

Rediff.com6 days ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called actor Tiger Shroff and spoke to him following the firing incident and assured him that the accused would be traced and apprehended at the earliest.

India issues advisory for pilgrims stranded in Saudi

India issues advisory for pilgrims stranded in Saudi

Rediff.com21 hours ago

India has issued a fresh advisory for its nationals, particularly Umrah pilgrims, in Saudi Arabia due to ongoing flight cancellations and regional tensions. The Indian Consulate in Jeddah is providing assistance, coordinating with Saudi authorities, and helping facilitate the early return of affected individuals amidst disruptions caused by drone and missile attacks.

Kochi Arson: SIT Probes Suspect's Online Searches For Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi

Kochi Arson: SIT Probes Suspect's Online Searches For Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Kochi is probing a possible terror link in an arson case near a synagogue, where the accused, Ebin Paul, was found to have searched online for gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and exchanged related messages on Telegram. Paul was arrested for setting fire to Blossom Nursery on October 12 and has been remanded to judicial custody. Investigators have not found direct evidence linking him to the Bishnoi gang but have uncovered previous arson attempts by Paul in Muvattupuzha. Central agencies, including the NIA, are also involved in the ongoing probe.

Maharashtra CM Assures Swift Action In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Maharashtra CM Assures Swift Action In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured that Mumbai Police will track down those responsible for the firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff, including their handlers. The police have leads and believe the accused are operating from outside Maharashtra, possibly abroad. Fadnavis also criticised the Opposition's stance on law and order.

Kerala Mini Cooper Crash: Family Demands Murder Charge

Kerala Mini Cooper Crash: Family Demands Murder Charge

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Police in Kerala have arrested four individuals, including the driver, in connection with a fatal Mini Cooper crash that killed three youngsters. The driver, Suhail, was allegedly under the influence of alcohol and driving at high speed. The victims' family is demanding that murder charges be invoked against the accused, while the Excise Department has registered cases against three bars for serving alcohol to underage individuals.

Commercial Vehicle Loans See Rising Delinquencies, Used Car Finance Surges: CRIF

Commercial Vehicle Loans See Rising Delinquencies, Used Car Finance Surges: CRIF

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Commercial vehicle loans recorded the highest early-stage delinquency among vehicle finance products, with portfolio at risk (PAR) 31-90 at 4.1 per cent in June 2026, while used car loans emerged as the fastest-growing segment, according to a CRIF High Mark report.

How Bahraich Police And SSB Foiled A Major Cough Syrup Smuggling Bid To Nepal

How Bahraich Police And SSB Foiled A Major Cough Syrup Smuggling Bid To Nepal

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Security personnel in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, seized 1,275 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup suspected of being smuggled into Nepal. A 23-year-old man was arrested after his car was intercepted during a joint operation by the SSB and UP Police. The consignment lacked proper documentation, and an investigation is underway to trace the supply chain and identify the smuggling network.

Nana Patekar: 'Never Seen Rs 1 lakh In My Life'

Nana Patekar: 'Never Seen Rs 1 lakh In My Life'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

'People started fearing Nana Patekar's frankness. Kuchh bhi bol sakta hai yeh. He once pointed to a major respected politician's belly and asked 'Kya hai yeh?''

The Rescue Mission That Came Full Circle

The Rescue Mission That Came Full Circle

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

For nearly three decades, the two sides of the story had existed independently. One had been recorded in a pilot's logbook; the other carried in the memory of a young boy who had survived a terrible accident, recalls Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Tiger Shroff Unhurt In Shooting: Father Jackie Shroff

Tiger Shroff Unhurt In Shooting: Father Jackie Shroff

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Tiger was sitting in his car when the incident happened. He is not injured. Two people injured, his driver Firdaus and a passerby. 15 teams are working to arrest the culprits.'

Anti-Drone System Constable Arrested With 15 Kg Heroin In Tarn Taran

Anti-Drone System Constable Arrested With 15 Kg Heroin In Tarn Taran

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A Punjab Police constable, part of the state's anti-drone system in Tarn Taran, was apprehended by the Border Security Force with 15 kg of heroin. The Narcotics Control Bureau has been informed, and an investigation is underway.

Tiger Shroff shooters tracked real-time news to change escape plan

Tiger Shroff shooters tracked real-time news to change escape plan

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police sources reveal that the three shooters involved in the attack on actor Tiger Shroff on October 18 received real-time updates on the police investigation via news channel coverage from their handlers, allowing them to alter their escape routes. They were apprehended from a train in Kota on October 19. The investigation also points to gangster Anil Pandit, an alleged associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, claiming responsibility.

'Munna Bhai' actor Ashwin Mushran's car hits scooter in Goa; 2 injured

'Munna Bhai' actor Ashwin Mushran's car hits scooter in Goa; 2 injured

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Actor Ashwin Mushran's car was involved in an accident with a scooter in Goa's Quepem village, injuring two persons. A case has been registered against Mushran's driver, and a video of an argument at the scene has gone viral.

Gajab Raat Review: Manoj Bajpayee Saves The Day

Gajab Raat Review: Manoj Bajpayee Saves The Day

Rediff.com1 days ago

Manoj Bajpayee has the fluctuating mood graph of his character down path whether hustling away his quick-witted energy in good faith or greed. It's a tricky terrain but few understand balance like this man, observes Sukanya Verma.

Entry-level Sedans Gain Traction While Midsized Models Continue To Struggle

Entry-level Sedans Gain Traction While Midsized Models Continue To Struggle

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

India's sedan market is experiencing a notable divergence: affordable entry-level sedans are gaining market share, while midsize sedans are seeing a significant decline as buyers increasingly opt for SUVs in higher price brackets.

Car Thieves Killed in Assam Encounter After High-Speed Chase

Car Thieves Killed in Assam Encounter After High-Speed Chase

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Two suspected vehicle thieves were killed in an exchange of fire with Assam Police near Sonapur after a high-speed chase involving a vehicle allegedly stolen from Guwahati's Fancy Bazar area. A third suspect managed to escape into a nearby forested area.

'Where are Dipke, Neha Bora?' CJP, AISA question Delhi police

'Where are Dipke, Neha Bora?' CJP, AISA question Delhi police

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and AISA have raised concerns over the detention of their leaders, Abhijeet Dipke and Neha Bora, by Delhi Police during protests. Both parties allege their leaders are being held at undisclosed locations and denied access to lawyers, while police confirm detentions were made to maintain law and order.

'Our Bodies Are Wild Beings'

'Our Bodies Are Wild Beings'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

'Growing up in Bangladesh, I always felt that I was a piece of meat. As soon as I walked down the street, I could be the president of Bangladesh and I would still be a piece of meat because I am a woman.'

'Salman Khan Is The Main Target, Not Tiger'

'Salman Khan Is The Main Target, Not Tiger'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'This incident will send a wave of fear through the entire Bollywood community.'

Belgian car salesman becomes prince after DNA test confirms ancestry

Belgian car salesman becomes prince after DNA test confirms ancestry

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Clement Vandenkerckhove, a 26-year-old Belgian car salesman, has been formally recognised as the son of Prince Laurent of Belgium, ending a long-standing paternity dispute. This recognition grants him royal status and a share of his father's estate, though he plans to keep his mother's surname.

Palghar Son Murders Father With Grinder Over Financial Dispute

Palghar Son Murders Father With Grinder Over Financial Dispute

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 28-year-old man in Palghar, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 55-year-old father. The son reportedly used an electric stone-cutting grinder to slit his father's throat following a financial dispute over property sale proceeds and demands for money. The crime was discovered when an acquaintance checked on the father, and the son was apprehended in Gujarat.

Three Arrested In Gurugram For Aiding E-Challan Cyber Fraud

Three Arrested In Gurugram For Aiding E-Challan Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gurugram police have arrested three men from Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, for allegedly providing bank accounts to cybercriminals involved in a fake e-challan SMS fraud. The arrests followed a complaint where a man lost Rs 1.35 lakh after clicking on a fraudulent link. The accused received Rs 7,500 for facilitating the transfer of Rs 70,000 from the victim's account.

High Speed Driving: Delhi Court Upholds Conviction In Fatal Accident Case

High Speed Driving: Delhi Court Upholds Conviction In Fatal Accident Case

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A Delhi court has upheld the conviction of Yatin Sharma in a 2013 fatal road accident case in Hauz Khas, rejecting his appeal and plea for probation. The court emphasised that high-speed vehicular negligence resulting in death warrants custodial sentences to ensure public safety and deterrence, directing Sharma to surrender within 30 days.

Hamilton's 'Mixed Emotions' After Bahrain GP Tyre Gamble Pays Off

Hamilton's 'Mixed Emotions' After Bahrain GP Tyre Gamble Pays Off

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Lewis Hamilton expressed 'mixed emotions' after a risky tyre strategy at the Bahrain Grand Prix saw him drop to 18th before an incredible comeback secured a third-place podium finish in a chaotic, rain-affected race.

Apple's new iPhone Duo pre-booked entirely in India for first week

Apple's new iPhone Duo pre-booked entirely in India for first week

Rediff.com2 days ago

Apple's highly anticipated and most expensive foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, has completely sold out its first week's stock in India through pre-bookings, ahead of its official sale date of October 23. This strong demand, particularly at Apple Stores in Mumbai and New Delhi, signals a significant entry into the premium foldable market.