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If You Are In New York On March 20 Don't Miss Ravi Shankar Ensemble

If You Are In New York On March 20 Don't Miss Ravi Shankar Ensemble

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The multi-generational ensemble of world-class musicians dedicated to the masterful compositions and enduring legacy of the legendary sitar-musician.

Police Uncover Prostitution Ring in Jammu, Arrest Three

Police Uncover Prostitution Ring in Jammu, Arrest Three

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police busted a prostitution racket operating in Jammu, rescuing three girls and arresting three individuals, including a woman, following a raid on a house allegedly used for trafficking activities.

2 kids among 4 injured as Pak intercepts Taliban drones

2 kids among 4 injured as Pak intercepts Taliban drones

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

The Pakistan Army intercepted and destroyed Afghan Taliban drones targeting civilian areas, resulting in injuries. This incident has further strained relations between the two countries, with Pakistan reiterating its commitment to combating terrorism emanating from Afghanistan.

'Geopolitical Realities Have Turned Afghanistan And Pakistan Into Enemies'

'Geopolitical Realities Have Turned Afghanistan And Pakistan Into Enemies'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

'Islamabad feels it has no alternative, but to address the challenges from the Afghan-Taliban through an open war.'

Indian Women's Hockey Team Secures World Cup Berth Despite Loss to England in Qualifiers

Indian Women's Hockey Team Secures World Cup Berth Despite Loss to England in Qualifiers

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

The Indian women's hockey team qualified for the FIH Hockey World Cup despite losing to England in the qualifiers final.

Weight Loss Drugs Set to Flood India

Weight Loss Drugs Set to Flood India

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

While the introduction of branded generics is likely to accelerate volumes for GLP-1 agonists, value growth may moderate because of price erosion.

Iran's Consul-General: 'We Hold The Upper Hand'

Iran's Consul-General: 'We Hold The Upper Hand'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

'Despite the large number of missiles and drones we have already launched, we still possess reserves and missile cities whose doors have not yet been opened,' says Iran's Consul-General Saeid Reza Mosayeb Motlagh.

Thane Hospital Owner Claims 10 Lakh Cheating by Former Partners

Thane Hospital Owner Claims 10 Lakh Cheating by Former Partners

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Police in Thane have registered a case against two individuals accused of cheating a hospital owner of 10 lakh following a partnership dispute.

Myanmar insurgent training: 7 foreigners' phones sent for analysis

Myanmar insurgent training: 7 foreigners' phones sent for analysis

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) 11-day custody of several foreign nationals accused of training Myanmar-based Ethnic Armed Groups (EAGs) known to support insurgent groups in India.

Delhi Police Arrests 27 in Pan-India Cyber Fraud Operation

Delhi Police Arrests 27 in Pan-India Cyber Fraud Operation

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Delhi Police arrested 27 individuals across 11 states for involvement in cyber fraud cases exceeding Rs 1.5 crore, uncovering a network engaged in various scams including investment fraud and social media impersonation.

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Chandhok step into married life

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Chandhok step into married life

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, married Saaniya Chandhok in a high-profile ceremony in Mumbai, attended by prominent figures from sports, entertainment, and politics.

Karur stampede: CBI to quiz TVK chief Vijay again on Sunday

Karur stampede: CBI to quiz TVK chief Vijay again on Sunday

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The CBI has summoned actor Vijay for questioning in connection with the 2025 Karur stampede case, which resulted in numerous fatalities and injuries. The investigation follows a Supreme Court order emphasizing impartiality and thoroughness.

Pak forces kill around 600 Afghan Taliban in ongoing border clashes

Pak forces kill around 600 Afghan Taliban in ongoing border clashes

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Pakistan's security forces claim to have killed hundreds of Afghan Taliban operatives in an ongoing military operation along the border, launched in response to attacks on Pakistani locations.

Gambling Raid at IAS Officer's Farmhouse Leads to Suspensions

Gambling Raid at IAS Officer's Farmhouse Leads to Suspensions

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Police raided the farmhouse of an IAS officer in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, detaining 18 people for alleged gambling and leading to the suspension of three police personnel.

AIU Enhances Tool for Anonymous Doping Violation Reporting

AIU Enhances Tool for Anonymous Doping Violation Reporting

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has enhanced its intelligence gathering tool to allow two-way communication with anonymous informers of doping and other ethical violations in athletics, while preserving their confidentiality.

Subedaar Review: Predictable

Subedaar Review: Predictable

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

What Subedaar lacks is that element of surprise that makes a film worth the viewer's time and willingness to engage, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Bengaluru Police Arrest Eight in Real Estate Businessman Kidnapping and Murder Case

Bengaluru Police Arrest Eight in Real Estate Businessman Kidnapping and Murder Case

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Bengaluru police have arrested eight people, including two minors, in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman. The investigation is ongoing, with a possible motive involving business rivalry and allegations of black magic.

Eight Held in Connection with Bengaluru Businessman's Kidnapping and Murder

Eight Held in Connection with Bengaluru Businessman's Kidnapping and Murder

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Police in Bengaluru have arrested eight people, including two minors, in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman. The victim, Gopal alias Gopi, was allegedly kidnapped after a car collision and his body was later found in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The investigation revealed a long-standing rivalry between the victim and the main conspirator, who believed Gopal was using black magic against him.

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Seek Lord Ganesha's Blessings

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Seek Lord Ganesha's Blessings

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

In a quiet and spiritual ceremony ahead of their wedding celebrations, Arjun Tendulkar visited Jamnagar with his fiance Saaniya Chandok to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha.

Women's Cricket Participation Doubles in India Since 2020: Report

Women's Cricket Participation Doubles in India Since 2020: Report

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A recent study reveals significant growth in women's cricket participation across India, highlighting increased interest, career aspirations, and the sport's rising popularity.

Karnataka Enhances Quantum Computing Capabilities with QpiAI System at IIIT Dharwad

Karnataka Enhances Quantum Computing Capabilities with QpiAI System at IIIT Dharwad

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Karnataka government has announced the installation of a 25-qubit quantum computing system at the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Dharwad and IIIT-Raichur, enhancing the state's quantum computing ecosystem.

Will Trump Send Troops To Iran By The Weekend?

Will Trump Send Troops To Iran By The Weekend?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Taking Kharg would give the US control over virtually all of Iran's oil exports and thus provide significant leverage, notes Prem Panicker in his must read daily blog on the Gulf War. It would also put American troops within range of Iran's remaining missiles, drones, and artillery on a piece of real estate that is just eight square miles in size, and just 15 miles from the Iranian mainland.

'Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran': US

'Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran': US

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Despite the escalation in US military action, the War Secretary noted that Iran's missile response has declined in the last 24 hours.

Probe into Foreigners' Activities Aims to Uncover Conspiracy Against India

Probe into Foreigners' Activities Aims to Uncover Conspiracy Against India

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Security agencies in India are investigating a potential conspiracy involving arrested foreigners, including a US mercenary, who allegedly aimed to exploit Indian ethnic groups to undermine national security. The investigation involves data extraction from mobile phones and scrutiny of social media accounts to uncover the full extent of the plot and identify all involved parties.

Why not engage with Hinduism too?: Hindu group to VP Vance

Why not engage with Hinduism too?: Hindu group to VP Vance

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

An American Hindu organisation has asked Vice President J D Vance to engage with Hinduism after he said that his wife, Usha, encouraged him "to re-engage with his faith." The request comes after Vance faced criticism over comments regarding his interfaith marriage.

Indian Exports See Marginal Decline in February Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Indian Exports See Marginal Decline in February Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

India's merchandise exports experienced a slight decrease in February, while imports surged due to increased gold and silver purchases, leading to a widened trade deficit. The West Asia crisis is expected to further impact trade in the coming months.

Lavrov discusses Afghan-Pakistan tensions after strikes on Iran

Lavrov discusses Afghan-Pakistan tensions after strikes on Iran

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov discussed tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan with his Afghan counterpart, Amir Khan Mottaqi, following US-Israeli strikes on Iran, emphasising the need for political and diplomatic solutions.

President Witnesses IAF's Vayu Shakti

President Witnesses IAF's Vayu Shakti

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Vayu Shakti-2026 showcased the Indian Air Force's readiness for combat operations in both day and night conditions.

India-England T20 WC semi breaks global streaming record

India-England T20 WC semi breaks global streaming record

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The second semi-final of the T20 World Cup between India and England achieved a record-breaking peak concurrency of 65.2 million viewers on JioHotstar, marking a new global benchmark in digital sports viewership, according to the ICC.

Rinku Singh's Father Dies After Battle with Cancer

Rinku Singh's Father Dies After Battle with Cancer

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh's father, Khanchand Singh, passed away in Greater Noida after battling advanced-stage liver cancer. Rinku had returned home from the T20 World Cup to see his ailing father and rejoined the team before their match against Zimbabwe.

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

'In Manipur, we have this thing called shaman where you get possessed. Making Boong possessed us.'

Dream start for Mercedes as Russell wins Australian GP

Dream start for Mercedes as Russell wins Australian GP

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

George Russell secured a dominant victory for Mercedes at the Australian Grand Prix, leading teammate Kimi Antonelli and overcoming an early challenge from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.

Iran Army chief vows to avenge attack on IRIS Dena

Iran Army chief vows to avenge attack on IRIS Dena

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Major General Amir Hatami, commander-in-chief of the Iranian Army, condemned the attack on the vessel, one of the country's newest warships, which occurred while it was returning from a military exercise.

Trump's Pause Gives Iran NOTHING!

Trump's Pause Gives Iran NOTHING!

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The pause gives the US time to breathe, to regroup, to move its expeditionary force into position without risk of interception along the way. It gives Iran nothing -- on the ground, attacks against its infrastructure continue apace. Prem Panicker in his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.

Digital Architecture Key to Climate Transformation

Digital Architecture Key to Climate Transformation

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Experts at the Mosambi Climate Conference (MC2) emphasized the importance of incorporating digital architecture into the energy ecosystem for achieving significant climate transformation.

Online Cricket Betting Racket Busted in Delhi, Four Arrested

Online Cricket Betting Racket Busted in Delhi, Four Arrested

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly operating an illegal online cricket betting racket with connections to Dubai from Paschim Vihar.

Putin speaks with Iran Prez amid war, calls for de-escalation

Putin speaks with Iran Prez amid war, calls for de-escalation

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Amidst escalating tensions in West Asia, Russian President Vladimir Putin is actively calling for de-escalation and political resolution, engaging with Iranian and US counterparts to navigate the complex conflict landscape.

Jammu Police Boosts Electronic Surveillance Skills to Tackle Modern Crime

Jammu Police Boosts Electronic Surveillance Skills to Tackle Modern Crime

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Jammu Inspector General of Police (IGP) Bhim Sen Tuti highlighted the increasing importance of technology-driven investigation and electronic surveillance in addressing contemporary crimes, including terrorism, cyber offences, and organised criminal activities, during a training programme for police personnel.

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Curfew and mobile internet suspension imposed in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district following violence related to the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election nomination process.

Textile Recycling Market in India to Reach USD 3.5 Billion by 2030

Textile Recycling Market in India to Reach USD 3.5 Billion by 2030

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A new report indicates that India's textile recycling market is projected to reach USD 3.5 billion by 2030, potentially creating one lakh green jobs. The report highlights the current state of textile waste management and opportunities for circularity in the Indian textile industry.