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Indian Man Dies in Suspected Missile Strike in Riyadh, Family Appeals for Help

Indian Man Dies in Suspected Missile Strike in Riyadh, Family Appeals for Help

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A 26-year-old Indian man working in Riyadh has reportedly been killed in a suspected missile attack, according to his family. They are seeking official confirmation and assistance from the Indian government to repatriate his body.

Real friends can disagree: US envoy amid strained India ties

Real friends can disagree: US envoy amid strained India ties

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Gor also announced that India will be a member of the Pax Silica alliance.

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.

Thane Man Opens Fire on Youth Amidst Ongoing Feud

Thane Man Opens Fire on Youth Amidst Ongoing Feud

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A man allegedly opened fire at a youth in Thane, India, due to a long-standing dispute. The victim escaped unhurt, and police are searching for the suspect.

AIFF Women's Committee Alleges Lapses Led to Asian Cup 'Blunders'

AIFF Women's Committee Alleges Lapses Led to Asian Cup 'Blunders'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The All India Football Federation's women's committee chief, Valanka Alemao, has alleged procedural lapses by the body's technical committee led to a series of blunders during the national team's Asian Cup campaign, including ill-fitting jerseys.

'Indian Weddings Have Deep Meaning Behind Every Ritual'

'Indian Weddings Have Deep Meaning Behind Every Ritual'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

'Wedding photography is not just about cameras and equipment. It is about sensitivity and responsibility,' says Himanshu Patel, celebrated wedding photographer and founder of Epic Stories.

Tragedy in Greater Noida: Five-Year-Old Dies After Falling into Pit

Tragedy in Greater Noida: Five-Year-Old Dies After Falling into Pit

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A five-year-old boy drowned in a water-filled pit near his home in Greater Noida. The child, Devraj, was playing near his house when the tragic incident occurred.

Gattuso Resigns As Italy Manager Following World Cup Qualification Failure

Gattuso Resigns As Italy Manager Following World Cup Qualification Failure

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Gennaro Gattuso has resigned as Italy manager after the national team failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.

Why 6-7 Dating Trend Works!

Why 6-7 Dating Trend Works!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

In the age of dating apps, endless swiping and unrealistic expectations, a surprising relationship trend is gaining traction -- the 6-7 dating rule.

My Mom Mamta's Easy Dish That'll Make You Love Methi

My Mom Mamta's Easy Dish That'll Make You Love Methi

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Some recipes are learned. Some are inherited. And some, like my mother's Methi Lot Waalu Shaak, are lived.

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Three individuals of Indian origin have been killed in Canada in separate incidents, raising concerns about potential hate crimes and prompting investigations by Canadian authorities.

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Three individuals of Indian origin have been killed in Canada in separate incidents, raising concerns about potential hate crimes and prompting investigations by Canadian authorities.

Mitchell Marsh lauds Pant's leadership in thriving LSG camp

Mitchell Marsh lauds Pant's leadership in thriving LSG camp

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mitchell Marsh praises Rishabh Pant's leadership and the positive environment within the Lucknow Super Giants, highlighting the team's focus on consistency and adaptability.

Why Rassie van der Dussen Retired From International Cricket

Why Rassie van der Dussen Retired From International Cricket

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

South African batter Rassie van der Dussen, 37, has announced his retirement from international cricket after being left out of the centrally-contracted list. He will continue to play domestic cricket for the Lions.

Pritika Barman's Double Helps India U-17 Women Beat Myanmar

Pritika Barman's Double Helps India U-17 Women Beat Myanmar

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The Indian U17 women's team defeated Myanmar 2-0 in an international friendly match, with Pritika Barman scoring both goals. The match is part of India's preparation for the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup.

Himanshu Patel: The Engineer Who Shot Arjun Tendulkar's Wedding

Himanshu Patel: The Engineer Who Shot Arjun Tendulkar's Wedding

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

'The best photographs usually happen in between the big moments -- a quiet smile, a nervous laugh, a parent watching from the corner of the room. Those are the moments you can't script,' says Himanshu Patel, celebrated wedding photographer and founder of Epic Stories.

Three Booked After Journalist Assaulted in Phagwara

Three Booked After Journalist Assaulted in Phagwara

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Police in Phagwara, Punjab, have booked three individuals for allegedly assaulting a journalist, Amar Kishor Pasi, who sustained serious head injuries. The motive behind the attack is currently under investigation.

Police Investigate Circumstances Surrounding Actor's Drowning at Odisha Beach

Police Investigate Circumstances Surrounding Actor's Drowning at Odisha Beach

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

West Bengal Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of actor Rahul Arunodoy Banerjee, who allegedly drowned at Talsari beach in Odisha. Statements from eyewitnesses are being recorded and video footage is being sought from Odisha Police.

US-Iran: The Weekend Has Left The World In A More Dangerous Place

US-Iran: The Weekend Has Left The World In A More Dangerous Place

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The ceasefire is still technically holding, to the extent that no overt hostilities have been reported yet, but the rhetoric has hardened dangerously. The week ahead will also clarify whether the Islamabad failure was a negotiating tactic or whether Washington has genuinely locked itself into a position from which the only exits are climb-down, escalation, or the slow bleed of a new status quo that nobody chose and nobody controls. Prem Panicker continues his must read blog on the Iran War.

At Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda's Haldi Ceremony

At Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda's Haldi Ceremony

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Newlyweds Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda delight fans by sharing vibrant photos from their Haldi ceremony, offering an intimate look into their wedding celebrations in Udaipur.

Argument Over T20 World Cup Celebrations Turns Fatal in Bihar

Argument Over T20 World Cup Celebrations Turns Fatal in Bihar

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A teenager in Bihar, India, died after an argument with a friend during a viewing of the ICC T20 World Cup final. The dispute escalated into a physical altercation, resulting in fatal injuries.

Punjab: Couple kills friend, cuts body into six pieces and stuffs in drum

Punjab: Couple kills friend, cuts body into six pieces and stuffs in drum

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Investigation into the dismembered body of a 35-year-old man found in Ludhiana reveals the victim may have been injected with a substance before being killed. Police are investigating a money dispute as a possible motive.

Papa don't Worry: Prince Yadav's IPL story

Papa don't Worry: Prince Yadav's IPL story

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The story of Prince Yadav, a swing bowler from Najafgarh, who overcame obstacles to become an IPL sensation with the Lucknow Super Giants, showcasing his journey from tennis ball cricket to dismissing top Indian batsmen.

Delhi Wedding Turns Tragic: Teenager Killed in Food Dispute Stabbing

Delhi Wedding Turns Tragic: Teenager Killed in Food Dispute Stabbing

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

A 17-year-old boy died and another was injured after being stabbed during a dispute over food arrangements at a wedding in outer Delhi's Rani Bagh area. Police have apprehended the main suspect and recovered the weapon.

Max Verstappen Hints at Shock F1 Retirement Amid Growing Frustration

Max Verstappen Hints at Shock F1 Retirement Amid Growing Frustration

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Max Verstappen says he is considering F1 retirement after a frustrating start to the season, saying all options are open despite his Red Bull contract till 2028.

Tragedy in Patna: Two Drown, One Missing After Ganga Bathing Incident

Tragedy in Patna: Two Drown, One Missing After Ganga Bathing Incident

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Two teenagers drowned in the Ganga River in Patna, India, and a third is missing after they went to bathe in the river. Rescue efforts are underway to find the missing boy.

Mussoorie gears up for Kuldeep Yadav's star-studded wedding

Mussoorie gears up for Kuldeep Yadav's star-studded wedding

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Preparations are in full swing in Mussoorie for the wedding of Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav and his fiancee Vanshika, with the Savoy Hotel booked for the event and expected to host numerous VIP guests.

Kritika Kamra, Gaurav Kapur Tie the Knot

Kritika Kamra, Gaurav Kapur Tie the Knot

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

'We've always believed that the most meaningful moments in life are the ones shared with the people you love. As we begin this new chapter together, we're so grateful to celebrate our wedding surrounded by our families and closest friends at home in Mumbai.'

'I Was Blown Away By Sheeba Chadha'

'I Was Blown Away By Sheeba Chadha'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

This Hamlet and most of the film's characters are Hindus, so there is an elaborate wedding sequence with a baraat, dholki players, dancing baraatis, and a dance performance piece, set to the qawwali Mast Qalander.

20 Arrested Following Solan Stabbing Incident

20 Arrested Following Solan Stabbing Incident

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Police in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, have arrested twenty people following a violent attack in which three individuals were injured with sharp weapons. The incident is believed to be linked to an ongoing dispute between the parties involved.

Alpana, The Beauty From The North East

Alpana, The Beauty From The North East

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Alpana Bordoloi tells Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff about the fashion trend she feels should return.

War, Elections Take Backseat As IPL Fever Reigns Supreme

War, Elections Take Backseat As IPL Fever Reigns Supreme

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

In crowded Mumbai trains, passengers, despite being crushed and unable to breathe, watch the IPL action on their phones. Oxygen may be optional, but the live score is not.

India U-20 Women's Team Gears Up for AFC Asian Cup with Bangkok Camp

India U-20 Women's Team Gears Up for AFC Asian Cup with Bangkok Camp

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The India women's Under-20 football team has arrived in Bangkok for a pre-tournament acclimatisation camp ahead of the AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup in Thailand.

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Much, much, much before Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani fussed over What Jhumka, Asha Bhosle trilled in her alluring voice and teased us with tantalising details about the events leading to her precious Jhumka's loss.

Maa Ka Sum review: Mummy-1, Maths-0

Maa Ka Sum review: Mummy-1, Maths-0

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

When it's not spouting excessive maths jargon -- algorithm alone is uttered a zillion times -- too many characters with too little context crowd the scenes and turn Maa Ka Sum into a slog, observes Sukanya Verma.

Six Arrested After Sharp Weapon Attack in Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Six Arrested After Sharp Weapon Attack in Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Six individuals have been arrested in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, following an attack with sharp-edged weapons that left three people injured. Police suspect the incident stemmed from an ongoing dispute between the parties involved.

'Kasab Drank Urine, Didn't Eat Biryani'

'Kasab Drank Urine, Didn't Eat Biryani'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

'The jail staff told me Kasab was served only jail food and not biryani.' 'They told me that Kasab was beaten regularly after court proceedings.' 'And they filled Kasab's bottle with urine so that whenever he felt thirsty he used to drink urine.'

Knife Attack Near Delhi Metro: Juveniles Held for Stabbing Two Men

Knife Attack Near Delhi Metro: Juveniles Held for Stabbing Two Men

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Two juveniles have been apprehended by Delhi police after allegedly stabbing two young men near a metro station. The attack stemmed from a prior dispute where the victims allegedly bullied the accused.

Shibani-Farhan Mingle With Sachin

Shibani-Farhan Mingle With Sachin

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

After their beautiful wedding on March 11, Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur hosted a reception the next day, and invited their friends over. The guest list saw an enviable list of film stars and cricket legends mingling with each other.

Man's Suicide Note Blames Brothers and Wives for Harassment

Man's Suicide Note Blames Brothers and Wives for Harassment

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A 30-year-old man in Faridabad allegedly committed suicide, leaving a social media post accusing his brothers and their wives of harassing his family and driving him to take his own life.