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CBI Raids Uncover Trafficking Of Indians To Southeast Asia

CBI Raids Uncover Trafficking Of Indians To Southeast Asia

Rediff.com6 May 2026

The CBI has raided multiple locations across India, arresting one person in Lucknow, as part of an investigation into the trafficking of Indian nationals to Southeast Asian countries for forced cyber fraud operations.

Dawood's associate Salim Dola extradited to India from Turkiye

Dawood's associate Salim Dola extradited to India from Turkiye

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Salim Dola, a close associate of mafia kingpin Dawood Ibrahim and a key figure in his drug empire, has been deported to India from Istanbul following an intelligence operation.

Women's Rugby Premier League To Kick Off In June

Women's Rugby Premier League To Kick Off In June

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

The Rugby Premier League (RPL) will launch its first women's edition in June, featuring four franchise teams competing in Hyderabad.

Ian Bishop decodes the Sooryavanshi storm at IPL 2026

Ian Bishop decodes the Sooryavanshi storm at IPL 2026

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's impressive batting in the IPL has caught the attention of cricket commentator Ian Bishop, who attributes the young player's success to his strong mental and technical abilities.

'I Don't Want To Be Like My Mother'

'I Don't Want To Be Like My Mother'

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Esha Sandhu, Dr D S S Srinivas Prasad, Ipninder Singh pay tribute to their mothers.

Nigerian National Nabbed for Duping Delhi Resident in Online Scam

Nigerian National Nabbed for Duping Delhi Resident in Online Scam

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a Nigerian national for allegedly defrauding a Rohini resident of Rs 65,700 through an online scam involving a fake foreign traveller persona.

India appoints new Chief of Defence Staff, Naval Chief

India appoints new Chief of Defence Staff, Naval Chief

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani (retd) has been appointed as India's next Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding Gen Anil Chauhan. Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan has been named the next Chief of the Naval Staff, succeeding Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi. Lt Gen Subramani's primary mandate will be to implement the military theaterisation plan and bolster tri-services synergy.

IPL 2026: Jayawardene reveals MI game plan ahead of DC showdown

IPL 2026: Jayawardene reveals MI game plan ahead of DC showdown

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene acknowledges the challenge posed by Delhi Capitals, emphasising the importance of home advantage in the IPL as MI prepares to face DC at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

IPL 2026 Week 4 Review: PBKS complete record chase; LSG, MI spiral continues

IPL 2026 Week 4 Review: PBKS complete record chase; LSG, MI spiral continues

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Sanju Samson's century, Punjab Kings' record 265 chase, Rinku Singh's Super Over heroics and standout knocks from KL Rahul, Abhishek Sharma and Virat Kohli headline an action-packed Week 4 of IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Bumrah's IPL Record: What 5 Years Show

IPL 2026: Bumrah's IPL Record: What 5 Years Show

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Explore the reasons behind Jasprit Bumrah's unexpected struggles in IPL 2026, analysing his past performances and the factors contributing to his current disappointing streak.

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals keep 200+ chase record alive

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals keep 200+ chase record alive

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals (RR) demonstrated their strength in chasing big totals in the ongoing IPL 2026 season with a victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS).

IPL 2026: Big boost for MI: Santner arrives before DC game

IPL 2026: Big boost for MI: Santner arrives before DC game

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

New Zealand T20I captain Mitchell Santner has joined the Mumbai Indians squad in New Delhi, strengthening the team ahead of their IPL match against Delhi Capitals.

IPL 2026: Inconsistent KKR fight to stay alive as GT chase top-two finish

IPL 2026: Inconsistent KKR fight to stay alive as GT chase top-two finish

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Back home after nearly a month on the road and with their campaign hanging by a thread, Kolkata Knight Riders will look to stay alive in the IPL when they face a rampaging Gujarat Titans side chasing a top-two finish in Kolkata on Saturday.

IPL 2026: Bowlers need a defensive mindset in T20 cricket, says Bhuvneshwar Kumar

IPL 2026: Bowlers need a defensive mindset in T20 cricket, says Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Bhuvneshwar Kumar believes that with modern T20 batters constantly attacking, bowlers must adopt a defensive, tactical mindset even when the ball swings in the powerplay.

IPL 2026: Why Did CSK Drop Hosein Against LSG?

IPL 2026: Why Did CSK Drop Hosein Against LSG?

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings suffered a damaging defeat to Lucknow Super Giants as Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran and Akash Singh exposed tactical flaws and pushed CSK to the brink of IPL 2026 playoff elimination.

IPL 2026: Will Rohit, Dhoni play? Training clips fuel big debate

IPL 2026: Will Rohit, Dhoni play? Training clips fuel big debate

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni participated in a training session ahead of the Mumbai Indians versus Chennai Super Kings IPL match, despite concerns about their availability due to injuries.

Shashank Jain to Take Over as Brookfield India REIT CEO

Shashank Jain to Take Over as Brookfield India REIT CEO

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Brookfield India Real Estate Trust has appointed Shashank Jain as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director of the firm managing the REIT, effective July 1.

Punjab Kings pull off record chase, beat DC by 6 wkts to continue winning run

Punjab Kings pull off record chase, beat DC by 6 wkts to continue winning run

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings chase down 265 in a record-breaking run-fest against Delhi Capitals as KL Rahul smashes 152 and Shreyas Iyer seals historic win in IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: 'Surya Isn't Out of Form But...'

IPL 2026: 'Surya Isn't Out of Form But...'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Former cricketer Wasim Jaffer suggests Suryakumar Yadav needs a 'Plan B' as opposition teams are successfully restricting his scoring areas.

Ticket controversy casts shadow on Bengaluru hosting IPL 2026 final

Ticket controversy casts shadow on Bengaluru hosting IPL 2026 final

Rediff.com5 May 2026

IPL 2026 final venue remains uncertain as political issues in Bengaluru force BCCI to consider alternative cities, with playoffs likely split between Punjab and Karnataka.

IPL 2026: GT vs PBKS: Sudarshan, Washington power GT to thrilling win

IPL 2026: GT vs PBKS: Sudarshan, Washington power GT to thrilling win

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Gujarat Titans held their nerve in a tense finish to beat Punjab Kings by four wickets in Ahmedabad, sealing their third straight win after a see-saw chase that went down to the final over.

KL Rahul eyes IPL glory, inspired by MS Dhoni's success

KL Rahul eyes IPL glory, inspired by MS Dhoni's success

Rediff.com1 May 2026

KL Rahul prioritises team success and IPL titles over personal milestones, aiming to emulate MS Dhoni's trophy haul. He also acknowledges the fearless approach of India's new-generation batters in T20 cricket.

'Oil Is Not The Problem. The Bigger Problem Is Gold'

'Oil Is Not The Problem. The Bigger Problem Is Gold'

Rediff.com18 May 2026

'Every year we import approximately $70 billion worth of gold -- closer to $72 billion in 2025-2026, an all-time record.' 'There is no parallel for this anywhere in the world. And this love for gold will not disappear overnight.'

'Modi's Concerned About India's Economic Vulnerabilities'

'Modi's Concerned About India's Economic Vulnerabilities'

Rediff.com14 May 2026

'...especially pressure on the rupee, the current account deficit, and foreign exchange outflows.' 'The key question over the next several months is whether the government can prevent external turbulence from feeding into domestic economic pessimism.'

IPL 2026:How Mukesh Kumar turned powerplay into MI nightmare

IPL 2026:How Mukesh Kumar turned powerplay into MI nightmare

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals pacer Mukesh Kumar discusses his attacking mindset and how it led to early wickets against Mumbai Indians in their recent IPL match. He also comments on the pitch conditions and the importance of taking wickets in the powerplay.

Axar Patel explains how DC stay ahead in IPL 2026

Axar Patel explains how DC stay ahead in IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel credits the team's flexibility and strong bench strength for their recent victory against Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2026 season.

How India Brought Back Notorious Drug Trafficker From Turkiye

How India Brought Back Notorious Drug Trafficker From Turkiye

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Narcotics Control Bureau secured the return of drug trafficker Mohammad Salim Dola from Turkiye, announced Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

Messi Event Chaos: Organiser Blames Political Interference

Messi Event Chaos: Organiser Blames Political Interference

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Sports event organiser Satadru Dutta alleges that political interference, security failures, and administrative lapses led to the chaotic Lionel Messi event at Salt Lake stadium in Kolkata last December, claiming he was made a scapegoat.

IPL 2026: MI Captain Hardik Pandya Returns to Nets Ahead of RR Clash

IPL 2026: MI Captain Hardik Pandya Returns to Nets Ahead of RR Clash

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Hardik Pandya has returned to training for the Mumbai Indians ahead of their IPL match against the Rajasthan Royals after missing the previous game due to illness.

Drug Trafficker Dola's Chemist Links Under Investigation

Drug Trafficker Dola's Chemist Links Under Investigation

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Investigators are probing the network of Mohammad Salim Dola, an alleged international drug trafficker, and have uncovered links with chemists and pharma dealers who allegedly aided his illicit trans-national racket.

Ashwin reveals Dhoni was 'annoyed' by his wild celebration

Ashwin reveals Dhoni was 'annoyed' by his wild celebration

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that his excessive celebration after dismissing Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the Challenger Trophy early in his career had annoyed the iconic former captain. Ashwin believed that dismissing Dhoni could give him a chance to play for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL.

'It's up to consumers to decide if IPL's run-fests are boring or not'

'It's up to consumers to decide if IPL's run-fests are boring or not'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Former New Zealand pacer James Franklin believes it is up to fans to decide if high-scoring IPL matches are boring, as the game remains heavily skewed in favour of batters.

IPL 2026: GT eye top 4 spot as RR fight to stop slide

IPL 2026: GT eye top 4 spot as RR fight to stop slide

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Gujarat Titans will be determined to continue their winning streak and leapfrog Rajasthan Royals in their mid-table Indian Premier League clash.

IPL 2026: Tim David joins elite IPL 1000-run club

IPL 2026: Tim David joins elite IPL 1000-run club

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Tim David became the second-fastest batter to score 1,000 Indian Premier League runs, achieving the milestone in 560 balls.

Over 1,000 Indians stranded in Doha evacuated in 3 days

Over 1,000 Indians stranded in Doha evacuated in 3 days

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Qatar Airways operated a Doha-New Delhi flight on Monday on which more than 300 Indian passengers stranded in Doha travelled to India, the Embassy of India in Doha, Qatar, said on its X handle.

Modi slams TMC over Messi Kolkata visit chaos, cites 'jungle raj'

Modi slams TMC over Messi Kolkata visit chaos, cites 'jungle raj'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Narendra Modi hits out at Trinamool Congress over chaos during Lionel Messi's Kolkata visit, promises boost to Bengal sports ecosystem.

Gorilla Technology Boosts AI Infrastructure Collaboration With Yotta

Gorilla Technology Boosts AI Infrastructure Collaboration With Yotta

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

UK-based Gorilla Technology Group is expanding its AI infrastructure collaboration with Yotta Data Services in India, deploying additional GPU cards to support large-scale AI compute infrastructure.

Ehsan Malinga: The quiet match-winner in IPL's batting storm

Ehsan Malinga: The quiet match-winner in IPL's batting storm

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Ehsan Malinga shines amid a record SRH chase against MI, claiming the Purple Cap with a disciplined spell and continuing his impressive rise in IPL 2026.

Record Number Of Participants Expected At TCS World 10K Bengaluru

Record Number Of Participants Expected At TCS World 10K Bengaluru

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The 18th edition of the TCS World 10K Bengaluru is set to welcome a record number of participants, with elite athletes and a substantial prize purse adding to the excitement.

Why Tim Cook Is 'Over The Moon Excited' About India

Why Tim Cook Is 'Over The Moon Excited' About India

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Apple CEO Tim Cook expresses strong optimism about the Indian market, citing its potential for growth and the company's recent successes in the region.