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How Punjab Police Busted An International Drug Smuggling Module

How Punjab Police Busted An International Drug Smuggling Module

Rediff.com4 days ago

Punjab Police have dismantled an international drug smuggling operation, arresting two individuals and seizing 10 kg of ICE (methamphetamine) and 4 kg of heroin. The suspects were linked to a Dubai-based smuggler and trafficked narcotics in Punjab and Delhi.

How Delhi Police Busted Illegal Forex Trading Call Centre

How Delhi Police Busted Illegal Forex Trading Call Centre

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police busted an illegal forex trading call centre in Indore, arresting six individuals involved in defrauding victims nationwide through fake online investment schemes. The syndicate allegedly used a fake trading platform to lure people into investing in forex and online trading products, showing fabricated profits and gains.

Praveen Chakravarthy: Meet The Man Behind The Congress-TVK Alliance

Praveen Chakravarthy: Meet The Man Behind The Congress-TVK Alliance

Rediff.com3 days ago

'On the day of the results itself, Vijay personally requested Rahul Gandhi for support from the Congress.'

US ready to boost energy sales to India: Rubio ahead of New Delhi visit

US ready to boost energy sales to India: Rubio ahead of New Delhi visit

Rediff.com2 days ago

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that the US is ready to sell as much energy as India is willing to buy. He described India as a 'great partner' ahead of his visit to New Delhi.

Class 8-12 Students: Apply for vivo Tech Award

Class 8-12 Students: Apply for vivo Tech Award

Rediff.com4 days ago

vivo India is looking for class 8-12 students from across the country for fully sponsored innovation and product prototyping opportunities at its national tech development platform.

Huawei MatePad Pro Max: Unpacking New Tablet Features

Huawei MatePad Pro Max: Unpacking New Tablet Features

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Huawei MatePad Pro Max features a 13.2-inch flexible OLED PaperMatte display, runs on HarmonyOS 4.3 and boasts a 50 MP rear camera, making it a versatile device for productivity and entertainment.

How India U-18 Hockey Team Bounced Back To Beat Australia

How India U-18 Hockey Team Bounced Back To Beat Australia

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Indian U-18 men's hockey team secured a decisive 6-3 victory against Australia in the third match of their series, levelling the score at 1-1. India's strong first-half performance and solid defence secured the win, despite Australia's attempted comeback.

How Punjab Police Recovered Over 12,000 Lost Mobile Phones

How Punjab Police Recovered Over 12,000 Lost Mobile Phones

Rediff.com1 days ago

Punjab Police have successfully traced and returned over 12,000 lost mobile phones to their owners in the past year, utilising technical and data analysis. The recoveries, estimated to be worth between Rs 15 to Rs 20 crore, were made possible through initiatives like the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR).

Rida Tharana Pays Ode To The Ganga At Cannes 2026

Rida Tharana Pays Ode To The Ganga At Cannes 2026

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Rida Tharana made a striking red carpet debut at the 79th Cannes Film Festival 2026 and honestly, her outfit is more than just a gown, it was wearable art with a full-blown story attached to it.

T20 Mumbai League: 'A Team That Plays Smart Cricket, Fights Till The End'

T20 Mumbai League: 'A Team That Plays Smart Cricket, Fights Till The End'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Tushar Deshpande and Siddhesh Lad will lead defending champions MSC Maratha Royals into the new T20 Mumbai League season, with mentor Abhishek Nayar helping shape a balanced squad built on experience and young talent.

IPL 2026: Have We Seen The Last Of Thala Dhoni?

IPL 2026: Have We Seen The Last Of Thala Dhoni?

Rediff.com1 days ago

His last match for CSK was on May 25, 2025, but for everyone -- not just Chennai fans but the whole of India -- he is a towering, timeless presence.

Punjab Police Nab Suspect In Firearms And Narcotics Trafficking

Punjab Police Nab Suspect In Firearms And Narcotics Trafficking

Rediff.com6 days ago

Punjab Police have arrested a suspect linked to an alleged firearms and narcotics trafficking module, recovering seven sophisticated pistols and 2.1 kg of heroin.

Planning A Beach Vacay? Manushi Chhillar Will Help You Pack

Planning A Beach Vacay? Manushi Chhillar Will Help You Pack

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Manushi Chhillar has mastered the art of looking like she permanently lives on a luxury island vacation.

Modi in Rome: Dines with Meloni, visits Colosseum

Modi in Rome: Dines with Meloni, visits Colosseum

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni in Rome to discuss ways to strengthen the India-Italy friendship, marking the final leg of his five-nation tour.

Want To Study In The UK With A Rs 9.6 Lakh Sports Scholarship?

Want To Study In The UK With A Rs 9.6 Lakh Sports Scholarship?

Rediff.com6 days ago

The University of Gloucestershire is looking for international student-athletes for funded study and training opportunities in the UK.

Nottingham Trent University Scholarship: 25-50% Fee Waiver For First Year

Nottingham Trent University Scholarship: 25-50% Fee Waiver For First Year

Rediff.com5 days ago

Nottingham Trent University is offering partially funded study opportunities at its UK campuses to global undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Clash Erupts During Anti-Encroachment Drive In Mumbai

Clash Erupts During Anti-Encroachment Drive In Mumbai

Rediff.com4 days ago

A demolition drive targeting an allegedly illegal mosque in Mumbai's Bandra East area led to clashes between residents and police, resulting in injuries and detentions.

Mixed Fortunes For Indian Shuttlers At Malaysia Masters

Mixed Fortunes For Indian Shuttlers At Malaysia Masters

Rediff.com4 days ago

Malvika Bansod, Ashmita Chaliha, and Devika Sihag progressed to the second round of the Malaysia Masters Super 500, while Lakshya Sen and H.S. Prannoy faced early exits.

Vivo, OnePlus, Oppo: Phones to Watch Out For in May

Vivo, OnePlus, Oppo: Phones to Watch Out For in May

Rediff.com5 May 2026

May is set to be a busy month for smartphone enthusiasts with Vivo, OnePlus, and Oppo all gearing up to launch new flagship devices, including the Vivo X300 Ultra with its advanced ZEISS camera, the OnePlus Nord CE6 featuring a powerful Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, and the Oppo Find X9 Ultra boasting a stunning flexible AMOLED display.

Punjab Police Uncovers Transnational Terror-Gangster Network

Punjab Police Uncovers Transnational Terror-Gangster Network

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Punjab Police have dismantled a transnational terror-gangster network, arresting two operatives and seizing illegal weapons. The suspects were allegedly acting on instructions from handlers based in Germany and Dubai, and were planning targeted shootings.

Dalit Cong leaders meet Mayawati, get party notice

Dalit Cong leaders meet Mayawati, get party notice

Rediff.com4 days ago

A delegation of Dalit Congress leaders faces disciplinary action after an unscheduled visit to BSP chief Mayawati's residence in Lucknow, coinciding with Rahul Gandhi's visit and raising questions about party authorisation and alliance dynamics.

How Doctors Rebuilt Girl's Cervix After Rare Cancer

How Doctors Rebuilt Girl's Cervix After Rare Cancer

Rediff.com5 days ago

Doctors in Ghaziabad successfully performed reconstructive surgery on an 11-year-old girl who survived a rare cervical cancer, creating a new cervix and vagina to restore bodily function and improve her quality of life.

Indian U-18 Hockey Teams Face Defeat Against Australia

Indian U-18 Hockey Teams Face Defeat Against Australia

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian U-18 men's and women's hockey teams were defeated by Australia in their second match of the series at the SAI Centre in Bhopal. The men's team lost 1-3, while the women's side suffered a 1-4 defeat. Both teams will be in action again on Monday for their third match of the series.

Social Media Influencer Ankush Bahuguna Faces Homophobia In London

Social Media Influencer Ankush Bahuguna Faces Homophobia In London

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian influencer Ankush Bahuguna shares his experience of facing homophobic abuse on the streets of London after attending a Huda Beauty event in a pink suit and makeup.

IPL 2026: Tense Preity Zinta-Ponting Chat Sparks PBKS Concern

IPL 2026: Tense Preity Zinta-Ponting Chat Sparks PBKS Concern

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A tense conversation between Preity Zinta and Ricky Ponting after Punjab Kings' defeat to Mumbai Indians has sparked concern, highlighting the team's fading momentum and mounting pressure after five consecutive losses.

US shuts India-based call centre defrauding elderly Americans

US shuts India-based call centre defrauding elderly Americans

Rediff.com3 days ago

US authorities have shut down an India-based call centre operation that allegedly defrauded hundreds of elderly Americans of millions of dollars through tech support scams, following a years-long investigation.

Aryaveer Dewan To Lead India At Asian Junior Squash Championships

Aryaveer Dewan To Lead India At Asian Junior Squash Championships

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Aryaveer Dewan will lead India's challenge at the Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships in Panzhihua, China, with a 32-member contingent aiming to surpass their previous medal haul.

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy is strategically balancing junior and professional tournaments as she prepares to transition to the senior circuit. Training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, the 16-year-old aims to build confidence and secure a strong junior ranking before fully committing to professional events.

Probe panel submits report on allegations against Justice Varma

Probe panel submits report on allegations against Justice Varma

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Judges Inquiry Committee, formed to investigate allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma, has submitted its report to the Lok Sabha Speaker. The report, concerning allegations that led to impeachment proceedings, will be presented before both Houses of Parliament.

Fashion Trends The Devil Wears Prada's Miranda Priestly Would Approve Of

Fashion Trends The Devil Wears Prada's Miranda Priestly Would Approve Of

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Two decades later and The Devil Wears Prada still hasn't aged a day. With Part 2 finally here, one thing's clear -- Miranda Priestly (played by Meryl Streep), remains the ultimate fashion authority.

Isha Ambani And Manish Malhotra Take Over NYC

Isha Ambani And Manish Malhotra Take Over NYC

Rediff.com4 May 2026

At the Vogue Met Gala pre-party held in New York City, Isha Ambani and Manish Malhotra served a masterclass in how to take Indian craftsmanship global without losing its soul.

Prajakta Koli, Sharvari Wagh Ace Maharashtrian Style

Prajakta Koli, Sharvari Wagh Ace Maharashtrian Style

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Maharashtra Day isn't just about pride, it's about celebrating a culture that shows up so strongly through its fashion.

Himanta Sarma's Son Completes Gruelling Vietnam Ironman

Himanta Sarma's Son Completes Gruelling Vietnam Ironman

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Nandil Sarma, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's son, successfully completed the Ironman Vietnam challenge.

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis Circuit

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis Circuit

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy is strategically balancing junior and professional tournaments as she prepares to transition to the senior circuit. Training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, the 16-year-old aims to build confidence and secure a strong junior ranking before fully committing to professional events.

Indian killed in Moscow drone strike from Odisha; joined job 2 months ago

Indian killed in Moscow drone strike from Odisha; joined job 2 months ago

Rediff.com5 days ago

An Indian worker from Odisha was killed and two others were injured in a drone attack by Ukraine in the Moscow region. The deceased, A Rameya, was working at an oil refinery. Efforts are underway to repatriate his body.

Avani Prashanth Cards Bogey-Free Round At Amundi German Masters

Avani Prashanth Cards Bogey-Free Round At Amundi German Masters

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian golfer Avani Prashanth finished the Amundi German Masters in T-49 place after carding a bogey-free round of 2-under 71. Germany's Leonie Harm secured her first title.

Self-Styled Godman Arrested In Money Laundering Case

Self-Styled Godman Arrested In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, already jailed for alleged rape and fraud, has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a Rs 70-crore money laundering case. The arrest follows court approval and is part of an ongoing investigation into a large-scale extortion racket.

Three Arrested In Punjab Grenade Attack Case

Three Arrested In Punjab Grenade Attack Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

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.

Miraculous Escape For Tourists From Rhino

Miraculous Escape For Tourists From Rhino

Rediff.com5 days ago

The incident took place during a routine jungle safari inside the UNESCO World Heritage site in Assam.

India U-18 Hockey Teams Draw, Lose Against Australia

India U-18 Hockey Teams Draw, Lose Against Australia

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The India U-18 men's hockey team drew with Australia, while the women's team lost their opener in a closely contested match.