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Rupee Falls as Investors Await RBI Decision and Monitor US-Iran Standoff

Rupee Falls as Investors Await RBI Decision and Monitor US-Iran Standoff

Rediff.com10 minutes ago

The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar due to geopolitical tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy review.

Manipur Reels After Bomb Attack and Protest Deaths

Manipur Reels After Bomb Attack and Protest Deaths

Rediff.com12 minutes ago

Violence erupted in Manipur's Bishnupur district following a bomb attack that killed two children and subsequent protest deaths at a CRPF camp. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and prompted a government investigation.

Alfred Moya's Double Secures Win for Inter Kashi Against Chennaiyin FC

Alfred Moya's Double Secures Win for Inter Kashi Against Chennaiyin FC

Rediff.com14 minutes ago

Inter Kashi FC defeated Chennaiyin FC 2-1 in an Indian Super League match, with Alfred Moya scoring twice. The win moves Inter Kashi up the table, while Chennaiyin remains lower in the standings.

Gurugram Police Nab Extortionist Building Illegal Structures

Gurugram Police Nab Extortionist Building Illegal Structures

Rediff.com15 minutes ago

Gurugram police arrested a man for allegedly extorting money after constructing illegal structures on government land in the IMT Manesar area.

Bombay High Court Orders Trial for Police in 2014 Custodial Death

Bombay High Court Orders Trial for Police in 2014 Custodial Death

Rediff.com29 minutes ago

The Bombay High Court has upheld a trial court's decision to frame murder charges against eight police personnel in connection with the alleged custodial death of Agnello Valdaris in 2014, citing inconsistencies in police records and evidence of custodial torture.

Pakistan-backed drug smuggling ring busted in Punjab, four arrested

Pakistan-backed drug smuggling ring busted in Punjab, four arrested

Rediff.com30 minutes ago

Punjab Police have dismantled a Pakistan-backed narcotics smuggling module, arresting four individuals and seizing 16.8 kg of heroin in Kapurthala's Phagwara. Investigations reveal the drug trafficking was orchestrated by handlers in Pakistan and Dubai, with the consignment originating from the Amritsar border area and destined for Chandigarh.

PFBR milestone: Kalpakkam reactor achieves first criticality

PFBR milestone: Kalpakkam reactor achieves first criticality

Rediff.com32 minutes ago

India's 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam in Chennai has achieved first criticality, marking a significant advancement in the country's nuclear energy capabilities and long-term energy security.

Adanis Challenge US Securities Fraud Lawsuit, Claiming Lack of Jurisdiction

Adanis Challenge US Securities Fraud Lawsuit, Claiming Lack of Jurisdiction

Rediff.com42 minutes ago

Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani are contesting a US securities fraud lawsuit, arguing lack of jurisdiction and failure to establish wrongdoing in a 2021 bond sale.

Allahabad HC Acquits Man After Flawed Rape Investigation

Allahabad HC Acquits Man After Flawed Rape Investigation

Rediff.com43 minutes ago

The Allahabad High Court acquitted a man who served 11 years in prison for a rape conviction, citing significant flaws in the police investigation and a lack of conclusive evidence linking him to the crime.

IPL 2026: Fearless Sooryavanshi clobbers Jasprit Bumrah for first-ball six!

IPL 2026: Fearless Sooryavanshi clobbers Jasprit Bumrah for first-ball six!

Rediff.com47 minutes ago

Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stunned Jasprit Bumrah with a first-ball six and smashed a fearless 39 off 14 in a rain-shortened IPL clash.

Two Arrested in Gurugram Liquor Store Theft: Police Investigation Unveiled

Two Arrested in Gurugram Liquor Store Theft: Police Investigation Unveiled

Rediff.com47 minutes ago

Gurugram police arrested two individuals in connection with the theft of Rs 5.20 lakh and liquor from a shop on MG Road. The accused, identified as 'notorious thieves,' have numerous cases registered against them in Haryana and Rajasthan.

Shopian Police Seize 1.44 Crore Worth of Property from Alleged Drug Dealer

Shopian Police Seize 1.44 Crore Worth of Property from Alleged Drug Dealer

Rediff.com47 minutes ago

Police in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, have attached property worth 1.44 crore belonging to an alleged drug dealer, Mohammad Ayoub Malik, as part of a crackdown on narcotics-related activities.

Rain Halts India's Billie Jean King Cup Tie Against Thailand

Rain Halts India's Billie Jean King Cup Tie Against Thailand

Rediff.com48 minutes ago

India's Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie against Thailand is hanging in the balance after rain interrupted play. Vaishnavi Adkar lost her debut match, while Sahaja Yamlapalli's match was suspended.

High Court Refuses to Dismiss Case of PhD Job Scam in Uttar Pradesh

High Court Refuses to Dismiss Case of PhD Job Scam in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com50 minutes ago

The Allahabad High Court has rejected a petition to dismiss a case against a woman accused of defrauding an aspirant of over Rs 22 lakh with false promises of a PhD degree and a university job.

'I know these conditions': Shami on Eden advantage vs KKR

'I know these conditions': Shami on Eden advantage vs KKR

Rediff.com51 minutes ago

Mohammed Shami says his familiarity with Eden Gardens gives him an edge as LSG prepare to face winless KKR in IPL 2026.

Maharashtra Police Seize Banned Tobacco Products in Latur Raid

Maharashtra Police Seize Banned Tobacco Products in Latur Raid

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Police in Latur, Maharashtra, seized scented tobacco and other banned products worth 3.75 lakh and arrested one person after raiding a godown in Chakur town.

Hooda Slams Haryana Government Over Crop Procurement Policies

Hooda Slams Haryana Government Over Crop Procurement Policies

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has criticised the state government's crop procurement policies, alleging that new conditions are being imposed on farmers instead of procuring crops at MSP. Hooda plans to tour mandis to assess the problems faced by farmers.

Cyber Crime Police Arrest Four in Noida for Tech Support Scam

Cyber Crime Police Arrest Four in Noida for Tech Support Scam

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Noida Cyber Crime Police arrested four individuals in Sector 76 for allegedly defrauding foreign nationals through a tech support scam. The accused posed as technical support agents, falsely claiming hacking incidents to extort money from victims.

IPL 2026: Sudharsan backs mindset over milestones as GT seek turnaround

IPL 2026: Sudharsan backs mindset over milestones as GT seek turnaround

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Gujarat Titans' opener Sai Sudharsan reveals that he puts in the same kind of preparation for ever game and invests considerable time in mental fitness.

Gurugram Police Crackdown: Illegal Structures Demolished in Anti-Mafia Operation

Gurugram Police Crackdown: Illegal Structures Demolished in Anti-Mafia Operation

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Gurugram Police demolished illegal structures built by the land mafia on government land in Sector 53 and Wazirabad, targeting criminals involved in violence, theft, drug trafficking, and extortion.

Grieving Mother Turns Detective, Forces Reopening of Son's Hit-and-Run Case

Grieving Mother Turns Detective, Forces Reopening of Son's Hit-and-Run Case

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A determined mother in Dehradun, India, solved her son's hit-and-run case after police closed it due to lack of evidence, leading to its reopening.

Enforcement Directorate Asks Court to Rule on Discharge Applications in MSCB Scam

Enforcement Directorate Asks Court to Rule on Discharge Applications in MSCB Scam

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Enforcement Directorate has requested a Mumbai court to decide on the discharge applications of Rohit Pawar and others in the alleged Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank (MSCB) scam, following the acceptance of a closure report in a related case.

IFL: Dempo secure first win of the season; Rajasthan United FC Snatch Late Win

IFL: Dempo secure first win of the season; Rajasthan United FC Snatch Late Win

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Naoba Meitei's dramatic stoppage-time goal gave Rajasthan United FC a 1-0 victory over Gokulam Kerala FC in a closely contested Indian Football League match.

Govt doubles daily quota of 5kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers

Govt doubles daily quota of 5kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Indian government has doubled the daily quota of market-priced 5-kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers to ensure stable fuel supplies amidst global disruptions. This move prioritises household cooking gas and addresses the needs of migrant workers who often lack regular connections.

AAP MLA Italia Alleges Police Harassment; Authorities Explain Visit as Warrant Service

AAP MLA Italia Alleges Police Harassment; Authorities Explain Visit as Warrant Service

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Aam Aadmi Party MLA Gopal Italia has accused the police of intimidating his family in Surat, while police officials state they were serving a court warrant related to a case in Mehsana.

Lalit Wins Silver, Nitesh Reaches Final at Asian Wrestling Championships

Lalit Wins Silver, Nitesh Reaches Final at Asian Wrestling Championships

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Lalit secured a silver medal in the 55kg Greco Roman category. Sunil Kumar added a bronze, while Nitesh advanced to the final of the 97kg competition at the Asian Wrestling Championships, marking a successful day for India.

Crispin Chettri Names India Women's Squad for FIFA Series in Kenya

Crispin Chettri Names India Women's Squad for FIFA Series in Kenya

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Crispin Chettri has announced a 22-member squad for the Indian women's football team to compete in the FIFA Series 2026 tournament in Kenya, marking his return as head coach.

IPL 2026: Fit-again Shubman Gill Set To Play Against Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026: Fit-again Shubman Gill Set To Play Against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has recovered from a muscle spasm and will play against Delhi Capitals on Wednesday.

Alana King Spins Her Way Back To The Top

Alana King Spins Her Way Back To The Top

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Australian leggie, Alana King's 5 for 19 against the West Indies in St Kitts, propelled her back to the top spot in the ICC ODI Rankings.

Mumbai Police Seize 7.69 Crore Worth of Hydroponic Weed, Arrest Man

Mumbai Police Seize 7.69 Crore Worth of Hydroponic Weed, Arrest Man

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A 24-year-old man was arrested in Mumbai with hydroponic weed valued at 7.69 crore. The accused, Adnan Nasir Khan, was apprehended in Vile Parle while attempting to deliver the consignment. Police are investigating the source and intended recipient of the drugs.

Billie Jean King Cup: Vaishnavi Adkar loses opening singles against Thailand's Chanta

Billie Jean King Cup: Vaishnavi Adkar loses opening singles against Thailand's Chanta

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Vaishnavi Adkar's unforced errors resulted in a straight-set defeat against Aunchisa Chanta, leaving India trailing 0-1 against Thailand in their Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie.

Delhi Assembly Security Breach: Missing Nephew Drove Man to Act, Says Family

Delhi Assembly Security Breach: Missing Nephew Drove Man to Act, Says Family

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The family of the man responsible for the Delhi Assembly security breach claims his actions were driven by frustration over the delayed information regarding his nephew's disappearance and a perceived lack of police action.

Odisha Man Dies by Suicide After Killing Wife Amid Domestic Dispute

Odisha Man Dies by Suicide After Killing Wife Amid Domestic Dispute

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A man in Odisha's Berhampur district killed his wife and then died by suicide by hanging himself from a tree following a domestic dispute.

Physically-Challenged Man Nabbed in Guna for Alleged Ganja Smuggling

Physically-Challenged Man Nabbed in Guna for Alleged Ganja Smuggling

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Police in Guna, Madhya Pradesh, arrested a 35-year-old disabled man for allegedly concealing over three kilograms of ganja in his electric tricycle.

Voluntary retirement a distinct employee right, not mere exit: SC

Voluntary retirement a distinct employee right, not mere exit: SC

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that voluntary retirement is a distinct right of employees upon completion of the required years of service, clarifying the process and employer obligations.

Tragedy in Ganjam: Two Schoolgirls Drown in Village Pond

Tragedy in Ganjam: Two Schoolgirls Drown in Village Pond

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Two schoolgirls drowned in a village pond in the Ganjam district of Odisha while bathing. A police investigation has been launched into the incident.

Kapila-Crasto Enter Second Round At Badminton Asia Championships

Kapila-Crasto Enter Second Round At Badminton Asia Championships

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto progressed to the second round of the Badminton Asia Championships, while Rohan Kapoor and Gadde Ruthvika Shivani exited in the first round.

Outrage as Labourer Arrested in Thane Rape Case; Political Parties Demand Worker Verification

Outrage as Labourer Arrested in Thane Rape Case; Political Parties Demand Worker Verification

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A labourer has been arrested in Thane for allegedly raping a seven-year-old girl at a construction site, sparking outrage and demands for stricter verification of migrant workers.

Delhi Capitals Await Mitchell Starc's Return In IPL 2026

Delhi Capitals Await Mitchell Starc's Return In IPL 2026

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Delhi Capitals' bowling coach Munaf Patel emphasises the importance of Mitchell Starc joining the squad, highlighting his experience and skill as crucial for their IPL 2026 campaign.

Grieving Mother Turns Detective, Forces Reopening of Son's Hit-and-Run Case

Grieving Mother Turns Detective, Forces Reopening of Son's Hit-and-Run Case

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A Dehradun woman, Lalita Chaudhary, whose son died in a hit-and-run accident, successfully tracked down the accused driver after police closed the case due to lack of evidence. Her persistence and evidence gathering led to the reopening of the case.