News for 'DRUM'

Son, 21, kills father; chops body parts; hides torso in drum

Son, 21, kills father; chops body parts; hides torso in drum

Rediff.com15 hours ago

In a shocking crime in Lucknow, a 21-year-old man allegedly murdered his father and dismembered the body in an attempt to conceal the homicide, prompting a police investigation.

7-yr-old girl raped, murdered by neighbour; body found in drum

7-yr-old girl raped, murdered by neighbour; body found in drum

Rediff.com6 days ago

The accused, who resides opposite the victim's house, was identified after CCTV footage confirmed the murder, prompting police to launch a special investigation.

Punjab: Couple kills friend, cuts body into six pieces and stuffs in drum

Punjab: Couple kills friend, cuts body into six pieces and stuffs in drum

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Investigation into the dismembered body of a 35-year-old man found in Ludhiana reveals the victim may have been injected with a substance before being killed. Police are investigating a money dispute as a possible motive.

Blue drum murder: Muskan gives birth, victim's family seeks DNA test

Blue drum murder: Muskan gives birth, victim's family seeks DNA test

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Muskan, who is in Meerut jail for the gruesome murder of her husband Saurabh Rajput and stuffing his body in a blue drum, has named her newborn daughter Radha even as her in-laws demanded a DNA test of the child, officials said on Wednesday.

UP boy killed father, dismembered body over 'pressure to clear NEET'

UP boy killed father, dismembered body over 'pressure to clear NEET'

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A 21-year-old man in Lucknow has been arrested for allegedly murdering and dismembering his father after an argument about the NEET medical entrance exam.

First Jobs Of 9 World Leaders

First Jobs Of 9 World Leaders

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Before they commanded nations, commanded armies... or commanded headlines, these world leaders once led lives that were unexpectedly ordinary.

Boong, The Manipur Film That Won A BAFTA

Boong, The Manipur Film That Won A BAFTA

Rediff.com1 days ago

'This story has been always there since my childhood because of missing people.' 'I remember a family member who disappeared and I kept wondering what happened to him.'

Suspecting infidelity, man stuffs wife's body into drum

Suspecting infidelity, man stuffs wife's body into drum

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Thirty-year-old man was arrested for allegedly murdering his wife, whose body was found stuffed in a drum and buried near a burial ground in neighbouring Tiruvallur district, police said on Wednesday.

Drums vs dread: Patna splits on verdict day

Drums vs dread: Patna splits on verdict day

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

As the Bihar assembly results swept in, Patna's Veerchand Patel Marg, the city's political artery, split into two starkly different worlds, with celebrations at the BJP and JD(U) offices and disappointment at the RJD headquarters.

Football returns to Gaza scarred by war

Football returns to Gaza scarred by war

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

On a worn-out five-a-side pitch in a wasteland of ruined buildings and rubble, Jabalia Youth took on Al-Sadaqa in the Gaza Strip's first organised soccer tournament in more than two years.

T20 World Cup:Jai Gorkhali! Nepal's Fans Steal The Show At Wankhede

T20 World Cup:Jai Gorkhali! Nepal's Fans Steal The Show At Wankhede

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Nepalese cricket fans transformed Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium into a vibrant 'Kathmandu away from home' during their T20 World Cup match against England, creating an electrifying atmosphere that fueled the team's spirited performance.

'God Has Given Me A Theek-Thaak Face'

'God Has Given Me A Theek-Thaak Face'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'I am happy showing my age. I don't want to look 20 years younger than my age. Neither have I done any cosmetic surgery nor do I want to.'

Vijay Chowk to echo with Vande Mataram at Beating Retreat ceremony

Vijay Chowk to echo with Vande Mataram at Beating Retreat ceremony

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The dominant theme at this year's ceremonial parade at the Kartavya Path, and other associated celebrations, has been the sesquicentenary of the national song, 'Vande Mataram.'

Blue drum horror in Raj: Wife, lover held for man's murder

Blue drum horror in Raj: Wife, lover held for man's murder

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

A woman and her lover have been arrested in Kheirathal Tijara district, Rajasthan, in connection with the murder of her husband. The couple confessed to the crime after dumping the body in a plastic tank.

Man's body found stuffed in drum; wife, children missing

Man's body found stuffed in drum; wife, children missing

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The body, bearing a throat injury inflicted with a sharp weapon, was discovered after neighbours complained of a foul smell.

Bhupesh Baghel's son Chaitanya released from jail

Bhupesh Baghel's son Chaitanya released from jail

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Chaitanya Baghel, son of Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel, was released from jail after being granted bail in cases related to the alleged liquor scam in Chhattisgarh. The release was met with celebration by Congress supporters.

Forces opposing Somnath temple reconstruction still active: Modi

Forces opposing Somnath temple reconstruction still active: Modi

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that forces opposing the reconstruction of the Somnath temple after independence are still active and that India needs to be vigilant and united to counter them. He highlighted the temple's history of resilience against repeated attacks and emphasized the importance of remembering the sacrifices made to protect it.

How Moringa Sanitary Pads Can Help Women

How Moringa Sanitary Pads Can Help Women

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

'Natural ingredients like moringa, which have well-documented antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, can play a significant role in improving menstrual comfort and intimate hygiene.'

The Surgeon, The Designer & Their Band

The Surgeon, The Designer & Their Band

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

On stage, Sing And Tonic comes across as effortless with tight harmonies, confident vocals and a chemistry that feels instinctive. What the audience doesn't immediately see is that, once the lights go off, the band members step back into lives that are just as demanding.

Putin's aarti performed in Varanasi

Putin's aarti performed in Varanasi

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

A group in Varanasi organized an 'India-Russia Friendship March' to welcome Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of his visit to India for the annual summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The march highlighted the strong ties between the two nations and expressed hope for strengthened cooperation and global peace.

Messi Lands In Kolkata Amid Massive Fan Frenzy

Messi Lands In Kolkata Amid Massive Fan Frenzy

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Argentine superstar footballer Lionel Messi's touchdown in Kolkata in the early hours of Saturday sent the city into a frenzy.

Ashes: 'Australia must put Stokes under pressure'

Ashes: 'Australia must put Stokes under pressure'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

England's Ashes hopes rest largely on the all-round performance of talismanic captain Ben Stokes, who took 17 wickets against India in the recent home series.

'Dholak, gulal, firecrackers': NDA celebrates Bihar victory

'Dholak, gulal, firecrackers': NDA celebrates Bihar victory

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

"2005 se lekar aaj tak... logon ne dekha hai kaun sarkar chalata hai aur kaun sirf hawa banata hai, (From 2005 till today, people know who actually governs and who just makes noise)," said Ramesh Yadav, a booth worker from Nalanda who claimed he had attended every JD-U celebration since Nitish's debut win.

Woman, lover kill, chop husband; seal body in cement-filled drum

Woman, lover kill, chop husband; seal body in cement-filled drum

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

After committing the crime, the woman allegedly went on a vacation with her lover to a hill station, Singh said.

Ajith Fans Welcome Good Bad Ugly With Drums and Dance

Ajith Fans Welcome Good Bad Ugly With Drums and Dance

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Ajith's much-awaited film Good Bad Ugly releases in theatres across India today, and his fans marked the occasion with a grand celebration.

Trump dances his way to historic Thailand-Cambodia peace deal

Trump dances his way to historic Thailand-Cambodia peace deal

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Trump, 79, made a lively entrance in Malaysia's capital, dancing to the rhythm of drums on the airport tarmac near Air Force One, his energetic moves drawing smiles from onlookers.

Modi plays drum, witnesses grand Jhumoir dance in Assam

Modi plays drum, witnesses grand Jhumoir dance in Assam

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Assam and participated in a grand Jhumoir dance performance, celebrating 200 years of the state's tea industry and the rich cultural heritage of the tea tribe community. He played a traditional drum of the tea tribe community, highlighting the government's efforts to support the tea industry and uplift the tea tribe community. The event, attended by dignitaries and ambassadors from around 60 countries, showcased Assam's vibrant traditions to a global audience.

PIX: Triumphant Richa Ghosh returns home to Siliguri's love

PIX: Triumphant Richa Ghosh returns home to Siliguri's love

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'My parents have the biggest role in what I have become. They always told me that if you dream, dream big.'

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Sri Lanka stays with you not just in memory, but gently reminds you what a society can achieve when heart and heritage guide the way.

NDA Tsunami Sweeps Away Mahagathbandhan In Bihar

NDA Tsunami Sweeps Away Mahagathbandhan In Bihar

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

The National Democratic Alliance was set to sweep the Bihar assembly polls, surging ahead in over 200 of 243 seats on Friday with the Bharatiya Janata Party emerging as single largest party with about 90 per cent strike rate, reaffirming the popularity and campaign clout of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was the face of the ruling alliance through the poll battle in the highly sensitive political state.

How are you getting money? Cong questions RSS registration, funding sources

How are you getting money? Cong questions RSS registration, funding sources

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge and Congress leader B K Hariprasad have raised concerns about the RSS not being a registered organization and questioned the sources of its funding, alleging that this lack of registration allows the RSS to evade government regulations. BJP leaders have defended the RSS, stating that registration is not mandatory for all organizations.

Will obliterate you if...: Pak warns Taliban after peace talks fail

Will obliterate you if...: Pak warns Taliban after peace talks fail

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued a strong warning to the Afghan Taliban following the collapse of peace talks, threatening military action in response to any future terror attacks originating from Afghanistan.

S D Burman's Magic Music For Guru Dutt, Dev Anand

S D Burman's Magic Music For Guru Dutt, Dev Anand

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

S D Burman enjoyed a productive partnership with Dev Anand's production house Navketan for two decades, but their collaboration reached its apogee with Guide.

'Farewell Zubeen! There Will Never Be Another You'

'Farewell Zubeen! There Will Never Be Another You'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Scenes from the heart-breaking funeral when Assam bid farewell to one of its most beloved sons, singer and composer Zubeen Garg.

India's Most Unusual Dussehra Celebrations

India's Most Unusual Dussehra Celebrations

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

These traditions have survived centuries, even as India has changed dramatically around them.

60,434 Ganesh Idols Immersed In Mumbai

60,434 Ganesh Idols Immersed In Mumbai

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

The count included 691 sarvajanik (public festivity) idols, 59,706 household idols, and 37 Hartalika idols.

Bathing, cooking: Maratha protesters turn SoBo into campsite

Bathing, cooking: Maratha protesters turn SoBo into campsite

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Thousands of Maratha community members have turned the area surrounding Azad Maidan in Mumbai into a camp during their agitation for quota, disrupting traffic and daily life.

After long delay, Lalbaugcha Raja idol immersed in Mumbai past 9 pm

After long delay, Lalbaugcha Raja idol immersed in Mumbai past 9 pm

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

Despite the delay, thousands of devotees, who came to bid farewell to Lalbaugcha Raja, continued to wait at the chowpatty.

10-day Ganeshotsav begins in Maharashtra

10-day Ganeshotsav begins in Maharashtra

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

The 10-day Ganesh festival has begun in Maharashtra, with devotees welcoming Lord Ganesha into their homes and public pandals. The state government has declared the celebrations a state festival for the first time.

Shubhanshu Shukla gets hero's welcome in his hometown

Shubhanshu Shukla gets hero's welcome in his hometown

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to visit the International Space Station, received a hero's welcome in his hometown of Lucknow. Celebrations included family, supporters, a roadshow, and recognition from government officials.