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70% of India's elderly financially dependent: Report

70% of India's elderly financially dependent: Report

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

A new report highlights the financial dependence, health challenges, and social isolation faced by India's elderly population, calling for greater support and inclusion.

Prabhsimran Singh: Impact Player Rule a Boon for Young IPL Talents

Prabhsimran Singh: Impact Player Rule a Boon for Young IPL Talents

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings' Prabhsimran Singh supports the 'Impact Sub' rule in the IPL, highlighting its benefits for young players. He also discusses modelling his wicket-keeping after MS Dhoni and the importance of powerplay in modern cricket.

Sobha Surendran Responds to 'Cash-for-Vote' Claims in Kerala Assembly Polls

Sobha Surendran Responds to 'Cash-for-Vote' Claims in Kerala Assembly Polls

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

BJP leader Sobha Surendran appeared before the District Returning Officer in Kerala to address allegations of offering cash for votes during the recent Assembly polls. The controversy stems from a video allegedly showing money being exchanged, leading to complaints from both Congress and Surendran herself.

Hyderabad Duo Arrested in Connection with Belagavi 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Hyderabad Duo Arrested in Connection with Belagavi 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Two individuals from Hyderabad have been arrested in connection with a 'digital arrest' scam in Belagavi, where an 81-year-old businessman was defrauded of over Rs 15 crore.

Hyderabad Man Held in Mother-in-Law Murder Case Stemming from Relationship Dispute

Hyderabad Man Held in Mother-in-Law Murder Case Stemming from Relationship Dispute

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A 22-year-old man was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly murdering his minor wife's mother, who opposed their relationship due to caste differences and the girl's age. The body was exhumed from the victim's residence after the man confessed to the crime.

PM Modi Highlights Nagaland's Morung System for Holistic Education

PM Modi Highlights Nagaland's Morung System for Holistic Education

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the traditional Morung learning system of Nagaland, highlighting its role in preserving cultural heritage and fostering interest in subjects like mathematics and science among children. He also lauded the efforts of women in Chizami village for preserving traditional seeds.

Pak news channel gets notice for airing Indian content on Asha Bhosle's death

Pak news channel gets notice for airing Indian content on Asha Bhosle's death

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Pakistan's media regulatory authority, PEMRA, has issued a show-cause notice to GeoNews for allegedly violating a ban on Indian content by airing Indian songs and visuals while reporting on the death of legendary singer Asha Bhosle.

J&K Wrestler Hamam Hussain Wins Gold at Khelo India Tribal Games After Years of Struggle

J&K Wrestler Hamam Hussain Wins Gold at Khelo India Tribal Games After Years of Struggle

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir wrestler Hamam Hussain overcame years of hardship, including selling milk to support his family, to win a gold medal at the Khelo India Tribal Games.

Delhi Brothers Found Dead: Son a Prime Suspect in Uttam Nagar Case

Delhi Brothers Found Dead: Son a Prime Suspect in Uttam Nagar Case

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Two brothers were discovered dead in their rented flat in Uttam Nagar, Delhi. Police suspect the elder brother's son, who is currently missing, may be involved. A quarrel was reported the night before the discovery.

NIA To Investigate Manipur Civilian Killings After Ambush

NIA To Investigate Manipur Civilian Killings After Ambush

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) will investigate the killing of two civilians in Manipur's Ukhrul district, following an ambush by suspected militants. The incident occurred a day after the Chief Minister appealed for peace in the region.

Adi Godrej's Son Pirojsha to Succeed Nadir Godrej as Group Chairperson

Adi Godrej's Son Pirojsha to Succeed Nadir Godrej as Group Chairperson

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Godrej Industries Group announces Pirojsha Godrej as the new chairperson, succeeding Nadir Godrej in August, marking a significant leadership transition within the conglomerate.

Indian Court Annuls Marriage of Woman Married at Age 12

Indian Court Annuls Marriage of Woman Married at Age 12

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

A woman in Jodhpur, India, successfully annulled her marriage, which was solemnised when she was 12 years old, after a court battle, highlighting the ongoing issue of child marriage and the importance of legal intervention.

Jodhpur Woman Annuls Child Marriage, Resumes Education After Court Victory

Jodhpur Woman Annuls Child Marriage, Resumes Education After Court Victory

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

A woman in Jodhpur, India, successfully annulled her child marriage through a court battle, highlighting the ongoing issue of child marriage and the importance of legal intervention and social support.

Delhi Woman Arrested After Daughters Found Dead in Suspected Murder-Suicide

Delhi Woman Arrested After Daughters Found Dead in Suspected Murder-Suicide

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 54-year-old woman in connection with the alleged murder of her two daughters in Malviya Nagar. The woman, who reportedly attempted suicide, was arrested after medical evaluation.

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

He was childlike with a camera in his hands -- not nave, but wonderstruck, as though the world were always on the verge of delivering something unrepeatable. Pulitzer Prize nominee Namas Bhojani recalls his long association with Raghu Rai, the legendary photographer who passed into the ages on Sunday.

Rhea Kapoor Shares First Glimpse of Sonam Kapoor's Newborn Son

Rhea Kapoor Shares First Glimpse of Sonam Kapoor's Newborn Son

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Rhea Kapoor shares the first glimpse of her sister Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja's newborn baby boy, who arrived on March 29.

Delhi Teenager Stabbed to Death Over Brother's Relationship

Delhi Teenager Stabbed to Death Over Brother's Relationship

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

An 18-year-old was allegedly stabbed to death in Jahangirpuri, Delhi, due to a dispute stemming from his brother's relationship with the wife of one of the accused.

Kerala Police Arrest Two Women After Decade-Long Manhunt in Kannur Murder Case

Kerala Police Arrest Two Women After Decade-Long Manhunt in Kannur Murder Case

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Two women, accused of the 2016 murder and robbery of an elderly woman in Kannur, Kerala, have been arrested after nearly a decade on the run. The suspects were apprehended in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, following an extensive investigation by the Crime Branch.

Two Women Arrested in Kerala After Decade on the Run in Murder Case

Two Women Arrested in Kerala After Decade on the Run in Murder Case

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Two women, accused of the 2016 murder and robbery of an elderly woman in Kannur, Kerala, have been arrested after nearly a decade on the run. The suspects, identified as Parveen Banu and Sakkeena Fathima, were apprehended in Madhya Pradesh after an extensive investigation by the Crime Branch.

Why BJP's Nabin Blames Mamata For Women's Bill Failure

Why BJP's Nabin Blames Mamata For Women's Bill Failure

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

BJP president Nitin Nabin has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and opposition parties like the Congress for the setback in implementing women's reservation in legislatures.

Urmila Matondkar, Kajol, Ajay Devgn Condole With Manish Malhotra

Urmila Matondkar, Kajol, Ajay Devgn Condole With Manish Malhotra

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Film folk attended the prayer service for Manish Malhotra's mother in Mumbai.

Three Killed in Jharkhand by Wild Elephant Attacks

Three Killed in Jharkhand by Wild Elephant Attacks

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Three people have been killed in separate incidents involving wild elephants in the West Singhbhum and Garwah districts of Jharkhand, India, within a 24-hour period.

Stars to Storytellers: 10 Best Hindi Films Directed by Actors

Stars to Storytellers: 10 Best Hindi Films Directed by Actors

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

As Riteish Deshmukh turns director again with Raja Shivaji, we look at past actors who stepped behind the camera and delivered some of Hindi cinema's most memorable films.

Parking Row Turns Deadly: Delhi Trader Shot Dead By Tenant

Parking Row Turns Deadly: Delhi Trader Shot Dead By Tenant

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A 34-year-old cloth trader was fatally shot by his tenant in Delhi's Preet Vihar following a dispute over parking. Police have arrested the accused and are investigating the involvement of his associates.

Gondia Villagers Block Road After Woman Killed by Sand Truck

Gondia Villagers Block Road After Woman Killed by Sand Truck

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Villagers in Gondia, Maharashtra, blocked a road to protest illegal sand mining after a woman was killed by a truck carrying illegally excavated sand. The protest highlights concerns about reckless driving and the dangers posed by illegal mining activities in the region.

Delhi man killed over brother's alleged affair

Delhi man killed over brother's alleged affair

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

An 18-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri by four people over his elder brother's 'friendship' with one of the accused's wife, police said.

When Riteish-Genelia Cried At Raja Shivaji Trailer Launch

When Riteish-Genelia Cried At Raja Shivaji Trailer Launch

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

'Creating a film on Maharaj is beyond my capability. I believe that even if the finest directors in the world came together, no single film could ever truly do justice to our Maharaj.'

Candidates Chess: Vaishali grabs sole lead; Praggnanandhaa loses to Sindarov

Candidates Chess: Vaishali grabs sole lead; Praggnanandhaa loses to Sindarov

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Javokhir Sindarov of Uzbekistan has significantly increased his lead in the Candidates chess tournament after defeating India's R Praggnanandhaa. In the women's section, R Vaishali leads after drawing with Anna Muzychuk.

Delhi: Brothers Found Dead in Uttam Nagar Flat, Son Missing

Delhi: Brothers Found Dead in Uttam Nagar Flat, Son Missing

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Two brothers were found dead in their rented flat in Uttam Nagar, Delhi. Police suspect the elder brother's son, who is currently missing, may be involved. A quarrel was reported at the flat the previous night.

Mumbai Court Refuses Bail to Cricket Coach Accused of Sexually Assaulting Minor Trainee

Mumbai Court Refuses Bail to Cricket Coach Accused of Sexually Assaulting Minor Trainee

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A special court in Mumbai has denied bail to a cricket coach accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old trainee, citing the gravity of the offence and the risk of him re-offending or absconding.

Delhi Man Shot Dead Over Parking Row: How It Happened

Delhi Man Shot Dead Over Parking Row: How It Happened

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A man was shot dead in Delhi's Preet Vihar following a parking dispute with a neighbour. The incident has left his pregnant wife and family in mourning.

UP Man and Family Accused of Killing Unborn Children Over Dowry Demands

UP Man and Family Accused of Killing Unborn Children Over Dowry Demands

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A woman's husband and in-laws in Uttar Pradesh have been booked for allegedly causing the death of her unborn children twice by assaulting her over dowry demands during her pregnancies.

Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam Review: Very Funny Sequel

Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam Review: Very Funny Sequel

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam emerges as a surprisingly superior sequel, boldly transitioning from a slice-of-life narrative to a dark comedy crime-thriller, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Shimla Man Arrested After Confessing to Brother's Murder

Shimla Man Arrested After Confessing to Brother's Murder

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A 34-year-old man has been arrested in Shimla for allegedly murdering his 35-year-old brother after a drunken argument. The accused confessed to the crime and dumping the body near a cremation ground.

Asha Bhosle Will Always Be First Among Equals

Asha Bhosle Will Always Be First Among Equals

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

It is impossible to discuss Asha Bhosle without mentioning the word 'versatility', notes Dinesh Raheja.

UP: Elderly Dalit man forced to lick spot where he urinated

UP: Elderly Dalit man forced to lick spot where he urinated

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

An elderly Dalit man was allegedly forced to lick the ground near a temple on the outskirts of Lucknow after being accused of urinating there. The accused has been arrested, and the incident has sparked political outrage.

UP Police Probe Delhi Assembly Security Breach Suspect's Mental State

UP Police Probe Delhi Assembly Security Breach Suspect's Mental State

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Uttar Pradesh Police are investigating the mental health of a man accused of breaching security at the Delhi Assembly after he drove an SUV onto the premises. The suspect's family claims he has mental health issues and is undergoing treatment.

Family of Man in Delhi Assembly Security Breach Cites Mental Health Concerns

Family of Man in Delhi Assembly Security Breach Cites Mental Health Concerns

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Uttar Pradesh Police questioned the family of Sarabjeet Singh, accused of breaching security at the Delhi Assembly. His family claims he suffers from mental health issues and was undergoing treatment.

UP Teen Killed by Boyfriend After Relationship Argument

UP Teen Killed by Boyfriend After Relationship Argument

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

An 18-year-old Dalit girl was allegedly murdered by her boyfriend and his associate in Uttar Pradesh following an argument related to their relationship. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

TMC Leader Banerjee Blames BJP for Ram Navami Clashes in Bengal

TMC Leader Banerjee Blames BJP for Ram Navami Clashes in Bengal

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused the BJP of instigating violence during Ram Navami rallies in West Bengal, alleging the party is disrupting the state's tradition of communal harmony.