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Tragedy Strikes Kerala Resort: Receptionist Murdered

Tragedy Strikes Kerala Resort: Receptionist Murdered

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

A 20-year-old receptionist, Dilsha, was allegedly stabbed to death by a man identified as Jithu at a resort in Kozhenchery, Kerala. Police suspect the killing is linked to a failed relationship. The accused was apprehended at the scene and handed over to the police.

Air India Pilot Fails Drug Test Following Mid-Air Hydraulic Failure

Air India Pilot Fails Drug Test Following Mid-Air Hydraulic Failure

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

An Air India Airbus A320 experienced a near-simultaneous loss of all three hydraulic systems mid-flight, causing an altitude upset and injuring 24 people. A preliminary investigation revealed the pilot-in-command tested positive for a psychoactive substance post-flight, leading to their termination, while the technical aspects of the incident are still under scrutiny.

FIFA President's Position 'Untenable' After World Cup Rights Sale Fails

FIFA President's Position 'Untenable' After World Cup Rights Sale Fails

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

Gianni Infantino's position as FIFA president is deemed 'untenable' by the head of Europe's professional football leagues following his failed plan to sell a stake in the World Cup's commercial rights, a move that triggered widespread protest and a loss of confidence from regional confederations.

India's Ayush Sector Looks Beyond Primary Care

India's Ayush Sector Looks Beyond Primary Care

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Dedicated Ayush dispensaries increased from 26,130 in 2013-2014 to 37,804 in 2024-2025, while hospitals rose much more slowly, from 3,605 to 3,885.

Ranji Trophy: Thyagarajann stars as Hyderabad Secure Innings Win Over Tripura

Ranji Trophy: Thyagarajann stars as Hyderabad Secure Innings Win Over Tripura

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Hyderabad secured an innings and 40-run victory over Tripura on the third day of their Ranji Trophy 2026-27 Elite Group B match. Pacers Tanay Thyagarajan and Mohammad Siraj led the bowling attack, bundling out Tripura for 120 in their second innings. Hyderabad earned seven points from the match, including a bonus point.

India Must Prioritise Child Safety In AI Education: WEF Expert

India Must Prioritise Child Safety In AI Education: WEF Expert

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Cathy Li, Head of the Centre for AI Excellence at the World Economic Forum, advocates for integrating AI literacy into India's education curriculum and incentivising AI companies to prioritise child safety. She stresses the need for localised solutions that account for India's linguistic and cultural diversity, as well as varying levels of connectivity and digital literacy, to ensure AI systems are safe and beneficial for children.

Gaganjeet Bhullar Dominates To Win Krishna Invitational 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar Dominates To Win Krishna Invitational 2026

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Seasoned golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar secured his fifth AM Green IGPL title by winning the Krishna Invitational 2026 Hyderabad on Friday. He finished with an aggregate score of 14-under-par 196, beating Karandeep Kochhar by three strokes. Bhullar's performance also led Chennai Lions GC to the team title.

RGV On Nana Patekar: 'Feel Like Killing GOD...'

RGV On Nana Patekar: 'Feel Like Killing GOD...'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

'I still can't believe this can so suddenly happen to a man, as strong as him.'

Delhi Police Busts Rs 50 Lakh Honey-Trap Extortion Plot

Delhi Police Busts Rs 50 Lakh Honey-Trap Extortion Plot

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals, including the alleged mastermind, for orchestrating a honey-trap and extortion scheme. The accused attempted to frame a man in a false rape case to extort Rs 50 lakh, a plot reportedly linked to a family property dispute.

Zidane's unbeaten France start fuels optimism despite lingering questions in attack

Zidane's unbeaten France start fuels optimism despite lingering questions in attack

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Zinedine Zidane began his France reign unbeaten across four Nations League matches, combining encouraging results with squad experimentation while admitting his team must improve its attacking penetration and cutting edge.

Delhi riots: Tahir Hussain gets second conviction; sentence on Nov 16

Delhi riots: Tahir Hussain gets second conviction; sentence on Nov 16

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

A Delhi court has convicted former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain for abetment to rioting in a case related to the 2020 northeast Delhi riots in the Dayalpur area. While Hussain was convicted, 12 other co-accused were acquitted of all charges. Sentencing for Hussain is scheduled for November 16.

Ranji Trophy: How India's Big Names Fared on Day 1

Ranji Trophy: How India's Big Names Fared on Day 1

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Mohammed Shami claimed a four-wicket haul and Ravindra Jadeja scored an unbeaten half-century, while Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul were dismissed cheaply for a duck and four runs respectively on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season.

Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam Review: Honest Film

Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam Review: Honest Film

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Avinash Arun's Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam emerges as a rare honest film in contemporary Bollywood, skillfully navigating the sensitive narrative of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and the prosecution of Ajmal Kasab without succumbing to propaganda, observes Prasanna D Zore.

CBI Files Closure Report In Hindustan Zinc Disinvestment Case

CBI Files Closure Report In Hindustan Zinc Disinvestment Case

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The CBI has filed a closure report in the 2002 disinvestment of Hindustan Zinc Ltd, stating that allegations of irregularities could not be substantiated. This comes despite a 2022 Supreme Court directive by then-CJI D Y Chandrachud to register a regular case, citing sufficient material and concerns over undervaluation and the role of a global advisor. The special court will now decide on the report.

How Crypto Fraudsters Duped 500 Investors Of Rs 10 Crore

How Crypto Fraudsters Duped 500 Investors Of Rs 10 Crore

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Telangana police have arrested two individuals from Andhra Pradesh in connection with a large-scale cryptocurrency investment fraud. The accused allegedly operated a Ponzi scheme through a fake website, cheating around 500 victims of over Rs 10 crore by promising to double investments and offering commissions for recruiting new members.

Football Friendly: How Brazil Tamed India In Kolkata

Football Friendly: How Brazil Tamed India In Kolkata

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Brazil, with eight changes to their starting line-up, defeated India 4-0 in a football friendly, with Samuel Lino scoring a brace and Estevao and Pedro also finding the net.

Paul Bettany Expresses Trepidation Over AI's Rapid Advancements

Paul Bettany Expresses Trepidation Over AI's Rapid Advancements

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Hollywood actor Paul Bettany, known for voicing J.A.R.V.I.S. and playing Vision in the MCU, expresses trepidation about the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence. He discusses potential dystopian futures and the need for democratised AI, while promoting his new series "VisionQuest" which started streaming on JioHotstar on Tuesday.

Bihar alcohol ban failed, govt should revoke it: Study

Bihar alcohol ban failed, govt should revoke it: Study

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

A research paper by the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) recommends that Bihar revoke its alcohol ban, citing its failure to reduce violence against women and a rise in illicit drug and alcohol consumption. The report suggests that reinstating the liquor excise tax would significantly increase state revenues and decrease enforcement costs.

Rahul Gandhi's Anti-BJP Battle Faces A New Challenge

Rahul Gandhi's Anti-BJP Battle Faces A New Challenge

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Unless the Congress stops seeing a CIA and RSS in everyone who disagrees with it, many well-meaning people will find it difficult to rub shoulders with Rahul Gandhi, notes M R Narayan Swamy.

How India Can Counter Trump's Tariff Threat

How India Can Counter Trump's Tariff Threat

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Navigating this geopolitical minefield requires a cold-blooded blend of immediate tactical pleading, structural domestic diversification, and aggressive collective resistance, suggests Ambassador Rajasekhar.

Indian Paddlers Face Setbacks At Asian Games Canoe Slalom

Indian Paddlers Face Setbacks At Asian Games Canoe Slalom

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Indian canoe slalom athletes Pradhyumna Singh Rathod and Pallavi Jagtap experienced mixed results at the Asian Games. Rathod secured a sixth-place finish in the men's single kayak final, while Jagtap faced disqualification in the women's canoe single final. Other Indian participants, Hitesh Kewat and Rina Sen, did not advance to their respective finals.

Murder Probe After Woman's Body Found In Karnataka Canal

Murder Probe After Woman's Body Found In Karnataka Canal

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

The body of a 67-year-old woman, Lakshmamma, was discovered stuffed in a plastic bag and dumped in the Hemavathi canal in Hassan, Karnataka. Police have registered a murder case and are investigating potential motives, including robbery or the involvement of an acquaintance, after she went missing on October 3.

Punjab activist murder: Accused held, house razed, mob torches his shop

Punjab activist murder: Accused held, house razed, mob torches his shop

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The owner of a medical store, Ashwani Kumar, accused of fatally shooting anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Punjab's Mansa, has been arrested from Rajasthan. Following his arrest, angry mobs set his medical store ablaze and authorities razed a portion of his house, while Jhota's father has called for a statewide bandh on October 15.

Karnataka DIG held over release of life convict by forging SC order

Karnataka DIG held over release of life convict by forging SC order

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

A Deputy Inspector General (Prisons) in Karnataka, M Somashekar, has been arrested for allegedly facilitating the release of a life convict in 2018 by forging a Supreme Court order. The convict's wife, also arrested, accused Somashekar of sexual exploitation. The case came to light after a complaint from the Bengaluru Central Prison Superintendent, revealing a complex conspiracy involving a prison assistant who forged the order.

High Speed Driving: Delhi Court Upholds Conviction In Fatal Accident Case

High Speed Driving: Delhi Court Upholds Conviction In Fatal Accident Case

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A Delhi court has upheld the conviction of Yatin Sharma in a 2013 fatal road accident case in Hauz Khas, rejecting his appeal and plea for probation. The court emphasised that high-speed vehicular negligence resulting in death warrants custodial sentences to ensure public safety and deterrence, directing Sharma to surrender within 30 days.

Trump announces Russia-Ukraine 'energy ceasefire'

Trump announces Russia-Ukraine 'energy ceasefire'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

US President Donald Trump has announced an immediate "energy ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine, noting that both the warring nations have agreed to the truce.

4th T20I: Hope, Paul run riot as West Indies trump India to level series 2-2

4th T20I: Hope, Paul run riot as West Indies trump India to level series 2-2

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Keemo Paul's exceptional five-wicket haul led the West Indies to a 24-run victory over India in the fourth T20 International in Hyderabad. This win, built on Shai Hope's unbeaten century, levels the five-match series at 2-2, setting up a decider in Bengaluru. India's chase, despite a strong start from Sanju Samson, faltered against Paul's decisive bowling.

Imran Khan: From Bollywood fame to political crossfire

Imran Khan: From Bollywood fame to political crossfire

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Actor Imran Khan, an American citizen, has been served a notice by Mumbai Police directing him to leave India by October 28 for allegedly violating immigration laws. This comes after his participation in recent political protests. His lawyer plans to challenge the decision in the Bombay High Court.

Supreme Court asks Centre: Why not cap margins on all medicines?

Supreme Court asks Centre: Why not cap margins on all medicines?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court has questioned the Centre's decision to cap trade margins on anti-cancer drugs at 30 per cent, asking why similar restrictions could not be extended to other medicines and medical consumables, citing glaring disparities between procurement costs and maximum retail prices (MRPs).

Savings Account Fees You Should Know

Savings Account Fees You Should Know

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The goal is to ensure that your bank works for you, providing liquidity and convenience without charging you for the privilege of holding your own money.

'Drunk men all around': Last call by Assam woman found dead in Andhra

'Drunk men all around': Last call by Assam woman found dead in Andhra

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A tragic incident has unfolded as an Assam woman, Himashree Boro, was found dead near railway tracks in Andhra Pradesh, prompting her family to allege murder and question railway safety and RPF response after she reported feeling unsafe on the train.

Gambhir on India's Defeat: 'We Need to Find a Way to Defend Totals'

Gambhir on India's Defeat: 'We Need to Find a Way to Defend Totals'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

India head coach Gautam Gambhir acknowledged Roston Chase's disciplined bowling spell as a 'game-changing' factor in the second T20I, but stressed the need for India to improve their ability to defend large totals after West Indies successfully chased down 250.

Rahul, Revanth's heroics give Andhra crucial lead over Karnataka

Rahul, Revanth's heroics give Andhra crucial lead over Karnataka

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Teenager Seeram Rahul's unbeaten century and Revanth Reddy's 97 helped Andhra secure a crucial 57-run first-innings lead over last season's runner-up Karnataka in their Ranji Trophy Group B match.

Rohit Benedicton Misses Out On Asian Games 100m Butterfly Final

Rohit Benedicton Misses Out On Asian Games 100m Butterfly Final

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Indian swimmer Rohit Benedicton failed to qualify for the men's 100m butterfly event at the Asian Games, finishing 13th overall. Veteran swimmer Sajan Prakash did not participate in the event.

Law And Order Under Scrutiny After Punjab ASI Murder

Law And Order Under Scrutiny After Punjab ASI Murder

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of Punjab Police, Iqbal Singh, was shot dead by two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants in Tarn Taran on Sunday evening. This incident follows two other recent attacks on ASIs in Punjab, drawing strong criticism from opposition parties regarding the state's law and order situation.

'When Nature Declares War On Farmers, Govt Must Open Its Vault'

'When Nature Declares War On Farmers, Govt Must Open Its Vault'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

'The drought situation of Maharashtra is more severe than in 1972.'

Mourinho jokes Manchester City legal battle could outlive him

Mourinho jokes Manchester City legal battle could outlive him

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Jose Mourinho joked that he and Pep Guardiola may not live to see the end of Manchester City's legal battle after the club appealed its verdict.

Modi has 'good ideas' for settlement of Ukraine conflict: Putin

Modi has 'good ideas' for settlement of Ukraine conflict: Putin

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi possesses "very good ideas" for a mutual settlement of the Ukraine conflict and consistently raises the issue in their meetings. Putin also expressed appreciation for India's cultural diversity and unity, citing Modi's insights on the coexistence of various languages.

No swimming medal for India as Sajan, Rishabh struggle

No swimming medal for India as Sajan, Rishabh struggle

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Indian swimmers concluded their Asian Games campaign without securing any medals. Sajan Prakash finished seventh in the men's 200m butterfly final, while Rishabh Das and Utkarsh Patil placed sixth and seventh respectively in the men's 200m backstroke. Other Indian participants also failed to qualify for their respective finals.

Prem Keetanu Review: Muddled Messaging

Prem Keetanu Review: Muddled Messaging

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Prem Keetanu feels outdated for its 'boys will be boys' narrative and muddled messaging, failing to deliver a compelling modern romance, observes Deepa Gahlot.