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Third Doctor Arrested In Surat Medical College Ragging Case

Third Doctor Arrested In Surat Medical College Ragging Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police in Surat have arrested a third resident doctor, Anuj Maheshwari, in connection with the alleged ragging and harassment of a first-year postgraduate medical student, Harsh Pandya, who died by suicide in August. Two other doctors, Dikshita Ghewaria and Hina Bhut, were arrested earlier. The accused face charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the SC/ST Act, based on an anti-ragging committee report which found evidence of mental harassment and humiliation.

Abhinav Bindra: Questioning Is Key To Sporting Excellence

Abhinav Bindra: Questioning Is Key To Sporting Excellence

Rediff.com2 days ago

Abhinav Bindra, India's first individual Olympic gold-medallist, emphasised the importance of athletes questioning their coaches, methods, and systems for growth and sporting excellence, stating that free speech and curiosity are vital, even if perceived as indiscipline.

India vs West Indies 4th T20I: India Eye Series Win in Hyderabad

India vs West Indies 4th T20I: India Eye Series Win in Hyderabad

Rediff.com5 days ago

India face West Indies in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad, needing one more win to seal the series as Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan lead the batting charge.

'Every Time The Rains Fail, We Talk About Drought; By Next June We Have Forgotten About It'

'Every Time The Rains Fail, We Talk About Drought; By Next June We Have Forgotten About It'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Without that one critical irrigation, the entire crop can be lost.'

Dipke, Neha among 150 detained; flash protests continue in Delhi

Dipke, Neha among 150 detained; flash protests continue in Delhi

Rediff.com1 days ago

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leader Abhijeet Dipke and AISA chief Neha Bora were preventively detained by Delhi Police on Friday, preventing their participation in the 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protests amidst heightened security in the national capital.

Hockey Star Savita Punia's Biopic Dream: Priyanka Chopra Is Her Choice

Hockey Star Savita Punia's Biopic Dream: Priyanka Chopra Is Her Choice

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian Hockey goalkeeper Savita Punia, known as the 'Wall of Indian hockey', expressed her desire for Priyanka Chopra Jonas to portray her in a biographical film. Punia, who recently led India to significant achievements, shared her inspiration from Priyanka's journey and her own life story, including early responsibilities and personal interests.

Morkel's message to India's bowlers after run fest

Morkel's message to India's bowlers after run fest

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's fast bowling coach Morne Morkel has acknowledged the difficulties faced by bowlers on flat pitches in the T20I series against West Indies, where high scores have been common. He advised his bowlers to learn from the experience, make smart decisions under pressure, and praised young pacer Prince Yadav for his skill and calm demeanour in tough situations.

Meghalaya Unveils High-Performance Sports Science Centre

Meghalaya Unveils High-Performance Sports Science Centre

Rediff.com1 days ago

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Friday inaugurated a high-performance sports science centre in Shillong, aiming to provide scientific training, injury prevention, and recovery support to athletes ahead of the National Games. Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra praised the state's investment in athlete development, highlighting the importance of supporting athletes before they achieve recognition. The centre, operational since September, is part of Meghalaya's long-term strategy to strengthen its sporting ecosystem and promote wider youth participation.

Gujarat hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 13 as two more die; 13 arrests so far

Gujarat hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 13 as two more die; 13 arrests so far

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

The death toll due to the consumption of spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district went up to 13 on Sunday after two more victims succumbed during treatment, officials said.

'Brutal day': Why Man City's Anfield trip could be unlike any other

'Brutal day': Why Man City's Anfield trip could be unlike any other

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Manchester City's highly anticipated Premier League clash against Liverpool at Anfield is set to be overshadowed by the fallout from the club's landmark financial verdict, with City appealing the guilty decision for over 100 breaches of financial rules.

Indian Equities Extend Gains, IT Sector Leads Rally on Strong Earnings

Indian Equities Extend Gains, IT Sector Leads Rally on Strong Earnings

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher for the second consecutive day, primarily driven by robust buying in IT stocks following strong quarterly results and positive global trends. Tech Mahindra notably surged over 8% after reporting a significant jump in net profit.

'This is why...': India slams UN report on youth protests

'This is why...': India slams UN report on youth protests

Rediff.com1 days ago

India has strongly rejected a report by a UN human rights expert, Gina Romero, which claimed that young people in India face retaliation or stigmatisation for discussing mental health or gender justice. India's First Secretary Anuj Swarup labelled the report as "hearsay" based on "anonymous and unverified claims," asserting that it does a disservice to the expert's mandate. Swarup highlighted India's constitutional freedoms, independent judiciary, and government's proactive engagement with youth, citing examples like the amendment to the Public Examinations Act and the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue.

Badosa's inspiring comeback leads to new Laureus role

Badosa's inspiring comeback leads to new Laureus role

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Spanish tennis player Paula Badosa has been announced as a Laureus Ambassador, reinforcing her long-standing connection with the movement. Badosa expressed her honour and shared a message of perseverance for young participants in Laureus programmes worldwide, while tennis legend Martina Navratilova welcomed her to the Laureus family.

Global Factors Drive Rs 44,166 Crore FPI Outflow from Indian Equities in October

Global Factors Drive Rs 44,166 Crore FPI Outflow from Indian Equities in October

Rediff.com7 days ago

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have withdrawn Rs 44,166 crore from Indian equities in October, pushing the total outflows for the year past Rs 3 lakh crore, driven by elevated crude oil prices, a stronger US dollar, higher US bond yields, and the allure of AI-led rallies in North Asian markets.

West Indies' India tour a huge confidence booster: Chanderpaul

West Indies' India tour a huge confidence booster: Chanderpaul

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Former West Indies skipper Shivnarine Chanderpaul believes the team's strong performance against India in white-ball cricket will significantly boost their confidence. He hopes this momentum translates into success in Test cricket, acknowledging their recent struggles but seeing a spark. Chanderpaul praised Shai Hope's leadership and batting, and discussed the balance between T20 freelancing and the enduring challenge of Test cricket.

Lokayukta Police Uncover Rs 6.27 Crore Disproportionate Assets Of MP Head Constable

Lokayukta Police Uncover Rs 6.27 Crore Disproportionate Assets Of MP Head Constable

Rediff.com4 days ago

Madhya Pradesh's Lokayukta police raided 15 premises linked to head constable Firoz Khan in Indore and Dewas, uncovering assets worth Rs 6.27 crore. This amount is more than three times his legitimate income over 24 years of service. Khan is accused of misusing his position in property dealings, and an FIR has been registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act, with a woman associate also named as an accused.

Lokayukta Police Unearth Rs 29.73 Crore Assets From Head Constable

Lokayukta Police Unearth Rs 29.73 Crore Assets From Head Constable

Rediff.com3 days ago

Lokayukta Police in Indore raided a head constable and his associates, uncovering properties worth approximately Rs 29.73 crore. The head constable, Firoz Khan, is accused of using his position to acquire disproportionate assets, significantly exceeding his legitimate income over 24 years of service. The investigation has identified 33 immovable properties, vehicles, bank accounts, and links to private companies.

YouTuber Dhruv Rathee detained from Gurugram residence

YouTuber Dhruv Rathee detained from Gurugram residence

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

YouTuber Dhruv Rathee was detained by Delhi Police in Gurugram on Saturday, prior to a planned protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar. Delhi Police had denied permission for the protest, leading to increased security and preventive detentions across the capital.

Study Uncovers Widespread Citation Manipulation By Research Paper Mills

Study Uncovers Widespread Citation Manipulation By Research Paper Mills

Rediff.com2 days ago

A new study analysing over 33,000 cancer journal articles has uncovered widespread citation manipulation by "research paper mills". These fraudulent organisations artificially inflate citation counts, a key academic performance metric, for thousands of articles. The suspect papers show unusually high citations but low readership, distorting scientific evidence and potentially slowing progress.

Stampede at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal, 19 dead; govt orders probe

Stampede at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal, 19 dead; govt orders probe

Rediff.com9 hours ago

A stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata on Saturday evening resulted in 19 deaths and 25 injuries. The Chief Minister announced compensation and a SIT probe, while officials have been detained and crowd-pulling pujas advised to close.

IT Stocks Gain Rs 25,029 Crore

IT Stocks Gain Rs 25,029 Crore

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pharma stocks lost Rs 25,169 crore.

Give Nadia admin 24-hour notice before visit: SC to Mahua Moitra

Give Nadia admin 24-hour notice before visit: SC to Mahua Moitra

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed TMC MP Mahua Moitra to inform the Nadia district administration a day in advance of her visits to ensure proper arrangements. This comes after Moitra's plea against a circular requiring longer prior notice and her allegations of non-cooperation from the administration regarding accommodation and MPLADS projects. The court observed that such issues should ideally be resolved without judicial intervention.

Cabinet approves Fairfax's Rs 52,878-cr bid for IDBI Bank; largest FDI ever in India's financial sector

Cabinet approves Fairfax's Rs 52,878-cr bid for IDBI Bank; largest FDI ever in India's financial sector

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian Cabinet has approved Fairfax Financial Holdings' Rs 52,878 crore bid to acquire a 60.72 per cent stake in IDBI Bank, marking the country's largest foreign direct investment in the financial sector.

Nine Navratri Life Insurance Lessons

Nine Navratri Life Insurance Lessons

Rediff.com4 days ago

Here are nine lessons, one for each night of the Navratri festival, that can help any household think about protection clearly.

Review: Whalefall Leaves You Gasping!

Review: Whalefall Leaves You Gasping!

Rediff.com2 days ago

If only it had held its breath a little longer and resisted the urge to explain so much, Whalefall could have been a knockout, notes Mayur Sanap.

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

How Wadhwani AI Uses AI To Predict Disease Outbreaks

Rediff.com3 days ago

Wadhwani AI is working on a 'vulnerability mapping' project which determines the probability of a disease breaking out in a particular area during a particular season or time.

Aditya-L1 Gives ISRO A Solar Edge

Aditya-L1 Gives ISRO A Solar Edge

Rediff.com1 days ago

'It is to observe the Sun continuously that you have the Aditya L1 mission.' 'It is in a position from where it can observe the Sun continuously.'

Who will take custody of Muskan Rastogi's infant daughter?

Who will take custody of Muskan Rastogi's infant daughter?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ten-month-old Radha's future is uncertain after her mother, Muskan Rastogi, was sentenced to death for the murder of her husband, Saurabh Rajput, in the 'blue drum' case. Radha has been living with Muskan in Meerut district jail since birth, and jail authorities state there will be no immediate change due to the appeals process. The case also involves questions about Radha's paternity.

Yeh Jeevan Hai... Well Done Appa!!

Yeh Jeevan Hai... Well Done Appa!!

Rediff.com1 days ago

Some people leave behind a business. A rare few leave behind a place in people's hearts. Appa leaves behind both.

Three Killed In Violent Clash Over Ramlila Fair Finances In Pilibhit

Three Killed In Violent Clash Over Ramlila Fair Finances In Pilibhit

Rediff.com5 days ago

A dispute over the income and expenditure of a Ramlila fair in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, escalated into violence on Monday evening, resulting in the deaths of three people and one injury. Police have arrested the prime accused, Kaushal Gupta, following the incident in the Amariya area.

Shaunae Miller-Uibo's Comeback: Motherhood Fuels World Record Ambition

Shaunae Miller-Uibo's Comeback: Motherhood Fuels World Record Ambition

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two-time Olympic champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo is targeting the women's 400m world record next season, motivated by motherhood and overcoming injury setbacks. She aims to reclaim her elite status and inspire other female athletes, while also serving as International Event Ambassador for the Delhi Half Marathon.

Tommy Fleetwood Faces Heightened Expectations At Delhi Golf Club

Tommy Fleetwood Faces Heightened Expectations At Delhi Golf Club

Rediff.com4 days ago

Defending champion Tommy Fleetwood is back at the Delhi Golf Club for the DP World India Championship. He acknowledges that managing his own "heightened expectations" will be his biggest challenge, drawing on positive memories from last year's win while also noting the tougher rough this year.

Indian Golfers Battle For Cut At DP World India Championship

Indian Golfers Battle For Cut At DP World India Championship

Rediff.com1 days ago

The second round of the DP World India Championship was suspended on Friday due to weather delays, leaving several Indian golfers, including Anirban Lahiri, Saptak Talwar, and Om Prakash Chauhan, in contention to make the cut. Angel Hidalgo, Joost Luiten, and Adrian Meronk share the clubhouse lead, with many players yet to complete their rounds. The cut is expected to be decided on Saturday afternoon as the tournament plays catch-up.

Punjab Government Forms SIT To Probe Rape Case Against Ex-SGPC Member

Punjab Government Forms SIT To Probe Rape Case Against Ex-SGPC Member

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The Punjab government has established a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe a rape case in Anandpur Sahib involving former SGPC member Amarjit Singh Chawla. The SIT, headed by Gurbans Singh Bains, aims to answer critical questions surrounding the woman's arrival from Bahrain, her stay at an SGPC lodge, and the circumstances of the alleged incident. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann assured a transparent and time-bound investigation.

SIT To Probe Ex-SGPC Member Rape Case In Anandpur Sahib

SIT To Probe Ex-SGPC Member Rape Case In Anandpur Sahib

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The Punjab government has constituted a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe a rape case in Anandpur Sahib involving former SGPC member Amarjit Singh Chawla. The SIT aims to address several unanswered questions regarding the alleged incident, including the complainant's arrival from Bahrain and her stay at an SGPC-managed lodge. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has assured a swift, transparent, and in-depth investigation.

Fenesta Open: Top Seed Deepthi Venkatesan Knocked Out In U-16

Fenesta Open: Top Seed Deepthi Venkatesan Knocked Out In U-16

Rediff.com4 days ago

Top seed Deepthi Venkatesan was defeated in the Girls' U-16 singles event at the 31st Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship by Unnathi Muralidhar on Tuesday. Other seeded players experienced mixed results, with some advancing and others facing early exits across various age categories.

Isha Ambani On How A Failed Assignment Sparked Jio's Birth

Isha Ambani On How A Failed Assignment Sparked Jio's Birth

Rediff.com2 days ago

Isha Ambani, a director on the board of Jio Platforms, revealed that a failed attempt to upload a college assignment in 2009-10 due to poor internet connectivity in Mumbai sparked the idea and subsequent conversations that led to the creation of Jio.

Captain Cummins applauds Australia's ruthlessness after dominant South Africa win

Captain Cummins applauds Australia's ruthlessness after dominant South Africa win

Rediff.com4 days ago

Pat Cummins hailed Australia's grit and ruthlessness in their 214-run win over South Africa, praising Matt Renshaw's rescue act, Josh Hazlewood's six-wicket haul and the selectors' decisions.

Will Jatin Pratap Singh Enter Bigg Boss 20 As A Wild Card?

Will Jatin Pratap Singh Enter Bigg Boss 20 As A Wild Card?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi-based travel influencer Jatin Pratap Singh posted a cryptic picture with a caption hinting that he may be a potential wild card contestant for Bigg Boss 20.

NSE gets regulatory nod for Rs 30,000 cr IPO, the biggest so far

NSE gets regulatory nod for Rs 30,000 cr IPO, the biggest so far

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

The National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE) has received regulatory approval from SEBI for its long-awaited Rs 30,000-crore initial public offering (IPO), positioning it to potentially become the country's largest-ever public issue.