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SC asks dog lovers, NGOs to deposit Rs 25K, Rs 2 lakh

SC asks dog lovers, NGOs to deposit Rs 25K, Rs 2 lakh

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court has asked 'dog lovers' and NGOs opposing the permanent relocation of stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to deposit funds to be heard in the matter. The funds will be used for stray dog infrastructure.

Two quakes in 2 days rattle Delhi, Haryana; no reports of damage, injuries

Two quakes in 2 days rattle Delhi, Haryana; no reports of damage, injuries

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

An earthquake of magnitude 3.7 struck near Jhajjar in Haryana, sending tremors across parts of Delhi-NCR for the second consecutive day, raising concerns among residents.

Cow vigilante accused ends life; blames Bajrang Dal men in video

Cow vigilante accused ends life; blames Bajrang Dal men in video

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

A suspected cow vigilante, accused in the Nasir-Junaid murders, allegedly committed suicide by jumping in front of a train. He left a video alleging harassment by Bajrang Dal members.

Asian shooting: Indian men grab air pistol team silver

Asian shooting: Indian men grab air pistol team silver

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Indian shooters' quest to better their medal tally at the Asian Championships (rifle/pistol/shotgun) began with the men clinching the 10m air pistol team silver, while Faridabad marksman Anmol Jain missed out on an individual medal in the event, finishing sixth in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, on Monday.

Key takeaways from SC's modified order on stray dogs

Key takeaways from SC's modified order on stray dogs

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court on Friday modified its August 11 direction prohibiting release of stray dogs from pounds in Delhi-NCR and said the picked up canines should be sterilised, vaccinated and released back in the same area.

SC alters order, bars feeding of stray dogs on streets

SC alters order, bars feeding of stray dogs on streets

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Its August 11 direction, which prohibits the release of stray dogs from dog shelters, shall be kept in abeyance for the time being, the apex court said.

PHOTOS: When netas roll out mats for Yoga Day

PHOTOS: When netas roll out mats for Yoga Day

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Take a look at our leaders taking to the yoga mats on this special day.

Tata Harrier.ev Is A Silent Beast With Roaring Statement

Tata Harrier.ev Is A Silent Beast With Roaring Statement

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

The Tata Harrier.ev is a car that makes you feel safe and powerful within a luxurious cocoon, raves Rajesh Karkera/Rediff after a gruelling test drive.

Stray dog problem due to inaction, says SC; reserves order

Stray dog problem due to inaction, says SC; reserves order

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

A two-judge bench of the top court had on August 11 directed authorities in Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) to start picking up stray dogs from all localities "at the earliest" and relocate the animals to dog shelters.

Stray dogs: Judiciary must remind people of hard truths, says SC

Stray dogs: Judiciary must remind people of hard truths, says SC

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court has directed authorities in Delhi-NCR to relocate stray dogs to shelters, emphasizing public safety and addressing concerns about dog bites, particularly among vulnerable populations.

India's next big javelin star after Neeraj Chopra?

India's next big javelin star after Neeraj Chopra?

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Sachin Yadav, who will be competing in his first international competition in the Asian Championships, is considered the next big thing in men's javelin after Neeraj Chopra.

PHOTOS: Surat goes under water after 100 mm of rains

PHOTOS: Surat goes under water after 100 mm of rains

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Various parts of Surat were flooded after incessant rainfall in the region. Over 100 mm of rain has blocked roads and led to waterlogging in several low-lying areas.

Man jumps before train with 4 kids after fight with wife

Man jumps before train with 4 kids after fight with wife

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

The loco pilot kept blowing the horn from a distance but the man did not move from the track. When the train came close to them, he jumped in front of the train with the children -- Pawan (10), Karu (9), Murli (5) and Chotu (3).

No fuel for overaged vehicles in Delhi from July 1 in pollution fight

No fuel for overaged vehicles in Delhi from July 1 in pollution fight

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

These cameras will detect vehicles older than 10 years (diesel) or 15 years (petrol) and an alert will be sounded to the command centre and enforcement teams comprising traffic and transport department officials which will impound the vehicles.

Real estate giant DLF aims to launch Mumbai project by next quarter

Real estate giant DLF aims to launch Mumbai project by next quarter

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

DLF will officially launch its Mumbai housing project in the next quarter as the company has received the RERA approval a day before, while the real estate major sold out all 1,164 units in its luxury residential project Privana North securing Rs 11,000 crore revenue, DLF Homes joint managing director and chief business officer Aakash Ohri said.

Delhi govt urges Centre to suspend fuel ban on old vehicles

Delhi govt urges Centre to suspend fuel ban on old vehicles

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

The Delhi government has requested the Centre's air quality panel to suspend the fuel ban on older vehicles, citing implementation challenges and public discontent. The government is also seeking solutions to restrictions on end-of-life vehicles.

BJP sweeps Haryana civic polls, big setback for Cong

BJP sweeps Haryana civic polls, big setback for Cong

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

The BJP registered emphatic victories in seven municipal corporations in Haryana, while its nominees were leading in two other civic bodies in the recently held elections. The Congress, which was hoping to improve its electoral fortunes after a defeat in the 2024 Assembly polls, suffered another setback. The BJP candidates won with large margins in Faridabad, Gurugram, Hisar, Karnal, Rohtak, Sonipat, and Ambala. The BJP was also leading in Yamunanagar and Panipat. In Manesar, an Independent candidate, Inderjeet Yadav, won the mayoral election. The results are seen as a major setback for the Congress, which has been facing internal turmoil and factionalism.

Mary Kom Separates From Husband: Report

Mary Kom Separates From Husband: Report

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

According to a report in the Hindustan Times newspaper, the couple's relationship began to unravel following Onler's candidature in the 2022 Manipur assembly elections.

BJP And The Long-Standing Preamble Dream

BJP And The Long-Standing Preamble Dream

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

BJP and RSS leaders are once again pushing to remove the words 'secular' and 'socialist' from the Constitution's Preamble, showing a deeper effort to change India's identity from a diverse, multi-religious republic to a Hindu-first nation, even though they don't have the numbers in Parliament to officially change the Constitution, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Tremors felt in Delhi as 3.1-magnitude quake strikes Faridabad

Tremors felt in Delhi as 3.1-magnitude quake strikes Faridabad

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

An earthquake of magnitude 3.1 struck Faridabad in Haryana at 4.08 pm on Sunday, the National Centre for Seismology said.

ED grills Vadra for 5 hrs in land case; more quizzing on Wednesday

ED grills Vadra for 5 hrs in land case; more quizzing on Wednesday

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Vadra has been questioned multiple times by the federal probe agency in a different money laundering case.

Housing sales fall 19%, new supply drops 10% in Jan-Mar across top 8 cities: PropTiger

Housing sales fall 19%, new supply drops 10% in Jan-Mar across top 8 cities: PropTiger

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Housing sales declined 19 per cent annually in January-March across eight major cities to 98,095 units on high prices and lower launches, according to PropTiger. Real estate consultant PropTiger, which is part of REA India that also owns Housing.com, on Wednesday noted that rising property prices and slowing growth forced buyers to exercise caution.

Heavy rains kill 7 across north India; 200 flights delayed in Delhi

Heavy rains kill 7 across north India; 200 flights delayed in Delhi

Rediff.com2 May 2025

A three-hour heavy downpour accompanied by a dust storm hit Delhi-NCR early morning on Friday, causing flight delays and traffic disruptions as seven people were killed in rain-related incidents across north India.

Should You Take Possesion Of House Without An OC?

Should You Take Possesion Of House Without An OC?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Taking possession without an OC can lead to legal complications, denial of utilities such as water and electricity, hurdles in availing home loans or reselling the property, and even eviction.

Haryana CM vows action against 'dunki' agents

Haryana CM vows action against 'dunki' agents

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has vowed to take strict action against travel agents involved in sending youth from the state abroad through illegal routes. He said the government is identifying those involved and will introduce a law to control illegal immigration. Saini also commented on the recent Delhi elections, praising the BJP's victory and criticizing former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal.

Cow Hospitals And Wah Taj! in Agra

Cow Hospitals And Wah Taj! in Agra

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'Be it tourist guides, hotels, rickshaw drivers, all have a livelihood thanks to Shah Jahan.'

12 UP cops booked over 'fake' encounter, torture of BTech student

12 UP cops booked over 'fake' encounter, torture of BTech student

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Mathura resident Tarun Gautam has alleged in the court that police threatened his family and framed his son, a B.Tech student, in false cases under the Gangsters Act, and Arms Act.

As Scorching Temp Grips India, NDMA Drafts Heatwave Plan

As Scorching Temp Grips India, NDMA Drafts Heatwave Plan

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

With the summer approaching sooner than scheduled, Maharashtra, Telangana, Odisha, and West Bengal have already started experiencing heat waves with temperatures soaring above 40°C.

Elderly man killed, mob attacks family over bursting firecrackers

Elderly man killed, mob attacks family over bursting firecrackers

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Two incidents of violence over firecracker bursting on Diwali were reported from Haryana's Faridabad on Friday.

Worrying! 13 of world's top 20 most polluted cities in India

Worrying! 13 of world's top 20 most polluted cities in India

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Four cities in neighbouring Pakistan and one in China are among the world's top 20 polluted cities.

Haryana polls: Cow vigilante Bittu files nomination as independent

Haryana polls: Cow vigilante Bittu files nomination as independent

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Bajrangi has been an accused in the case of Nuh violence that had started in July last year after a procession organised by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad was attacked by a mob.

Viral video shows fitness influencer Rajat Dalal knocking down biker

Viral video shows fitness influencer Rajat Dalal knocking down biker

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

The Faridabad police on Friday intervened in the matter of a viral video which is creating outrage on social media and said they will take immediate action against Rajat Dalal.

Haryana records 67.90% voter turnout

Haryana records 67.90% voter turnout

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

Haryana has recorded a voter turnout of 67.90 per cent with Ellenabad assembly seat in Sirsa district witnessing the highest polling percentage at over 80 per cent, according to the updated figures of the Election Commission on Sunday.

Be Prepared! Heat Waves Coming!

Be Prepared! Heat Waves Coming!

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

'The intensity and frequency of heatwaves will be much higher than in previous years over Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha.'

Faridabad court convicts two in Nikita murder case

Faridabad court convicts two in Nikita murder case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

A fast-track court in Haryana's Faridabad on Wednesday convicted two men in connection with the murder of Nikita Tomar, five months after she was shot outside her college in a crime caught on camera.

Delhi schools get bomb threats for 5th time in 9 days

Delhi schools get bomb threats for 5th time in 9 days

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Bomb threats were received by a few schools in Delhi on Tuesday, making it the second such incident this week and the fifth in nine days in the national capital, officials said.

New beginning: 186 Pak Hindu refugees cast first-ever votes in Delhi polls

New beginning: 186 Pak Hindu refugees cast first-ever votes in Delhi polls

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

For the first time in their lives, 186 Pakistani Hindu refugees in Delhi cast their votes in the Delhi Assembly polls, marking a significant moment in their journey towards citizenship. Having received Indian citizenship under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, they expressed hope for a better future with permanent homes and stable livelihoods. The refugees, who have lived in makeshift shelters and struggled with daily wage work for decades, felt a sense of belonging and empowerment after exercising their voting right.

Haryana engineer held on digital arrest for 6 days, duped of Rs 3.46 lakh

Haryana engineer held on digital arrest for 6 days, duped of Rs 3.46 lakh

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

A mechanical engineer in Faridabad was held 'digitally' hostage for six days by cyber fraudsters who duped him of Rs 3.46 lakh. The fraudsters forced him to lock himself in a room and monitored his activities through his mobile camera. They convinced him that he was involved in a drug smuggling operation and threatened him with legal action. The victim eventually realized the scam when the fraudsters forgot to switch off their mics and started talking to each other. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the matter.

Recipe: Macher Jhol/Bengali Fish Curry

Recipe: Macher Jhol/Bengali Fish Curry

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

A classic fish curry from Bengal.

Superheroes Who Did The Impossible

Superheroes Who Did The Impossible

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

On Republic Day the President recognised the daring rescue of 41 workers trapped in a tunnel for 17 days in 2023 by humble rat-hole miners. The award hopefully will bring the forgotten superheroes back into the light.