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Gulf War: Indian Airlines Face Rs 2,500 Cr Losses

Gulf War: Indian Airlines Face Rs 2,500 Cr Losses

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The broader conflict in West Asia, the largest international market for Indian carriers, has forced a sharp reduction in daily flights relative to the summer schedule.

Indian Engineer Investigated for Corruption After Discovery of 14 Crore in Assets

Indian Engineer Investigated for Corruption After Discovery of 14 Crore in Assets

Rediff.com3 days ago

An Assistant Executive Engineer in Belagavi, India, is under investigation after the Lokayukta discovered disproportionate assets worth over 14 crore, including gold, silver, bank deposits, and properties.

Indian Engineer Investigated for Alleged Corruption After Discovery of Disproportionate Assets

Indian Engineer Investigated for Alleged Corruption After Discovery of Disproportionate Assets

Rediff.com3 days ago

An Assistant Executive Engineer in Belagavi, India, is under investigation after authorities discovered disproportionate assets worth over Rs 14 crore, including gold, silver, bank deposits, and properties.

Nitish calls key Cabinet meet on Tuesday; exit likely, new CM on April 15

Nitish calls key Cabinet meet on Tuesday; exit likely, new CM on April 15

Rediff.com2 days ago

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to chair a crucial Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, April 14.

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Ashok Kharat for Money Laundering

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Ashok Kharat for Money Laundering

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids across multiple cities in Maharashtra as part of a money laundering investigation against self-styled godman Ashok Kharat and his associates.

Search Operation Underway in Samba District After Suspicious Movement Reported

Search Operation Underway in Samba District After Suspicious Movement Reported

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Security forces have launched a search operation in the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of suspicious individuals moving through the area.

No talks with US until...: Iran denies sending negotiators to Pak

No talks with US until...: Iran denies sending negotiators to Pak

Rediff.com4 days ago

Iranian news agencies have denied reports of Iranian officials travelling to Pakistan for negotiations with the United States, even as Pakistan prepares for potential talks and faces criticism from Israel.

India U20 Women Secure First AFC Asian Cup Win Since 2004

India U20 Women Secure First AFC Asian Cup Win Since 2004

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Indian U20 women's team defeated Chinese Taipei 3-1 in their final Group C match of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup, boosting their chances of qualifying for the knockout stage.

Suspected Teen Burglar Rescued After Botched Clinic Robbery

Suspected Teen Burglar Rescued After Botched Clinic Robbery

Rediff.com2 days ago

A suspected juvenile burglar was rescued after getting trapped between a shutter and a wall while allegedly attempting to rob a clinic in Ghaziabad. The fire department conducted a hours-long rescue operation to free the boy, who is now receiving treatment.

Kusha Kapila And Badshah's Wife Isha Rikhi Have THIS In Common

Kusha Kapila And Badshah's Wife Isha Rikhi Have THIS In Common

Rediff.com4 days ago

They have the exact same outfit in their wardrobes and no, it's not your basic dress.

Keralam: Police probe sexual harassment claim after road accident

Keralam: Police probe sexual harassment claim after road accident

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Kerala are investigating a sexual harassment allegation made by a woman who was injured in a road accident and subsequently assisted by a local man. The woman claims the man sexually harassed her while she was being transported to the hospital.

Hockey India Asked To Send Separate Hockey Teams For Asian Games, World Cup

Hockey India Asked To Send Separate Hockey Teams For Asian Games, World Cup

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Sports Ministry wants Hockey India to pick its best teams for the Asian Games, sparking debate about managing player burnout with the World Cup also on the horizon.

Subodh Agarwal in Police Custody Over Jal Jeevan Mission Corruption Allegations

Subodh Agarwal in Police Custody Over Jal Jeevan Mission Corruption Allegations

Rediff.com4 days ago

A court in Jaipur has remanded former IAS officer Subodh Agarwal to three days of police custody in connection with the alleged multi-crore Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) scam. Agarwal denies surrendering and claims he is cooperating with the investigation.

Ayush Shetty Claims Silver After Loss to Shi Yu Qi in Badminton Asia Championships Final

Ayush Shetty Claims Silver After Loss to Shi Yu Qi in Badminton Asia Championships Final

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ayush Shetty of India won a silver medal at the Badminton Asia Championships after losing to China's Shi Yu Qi in the final. Despite the loss, it was a successful tournament for the young player, who defeated several top-ranked opponents.

US-Iran ceasefire: 'Is Pakistan acting for China?'

US-Iran ceasefire: 'Is Pakistan acting for China?'

Rediff.com6 days ago

After the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire and expressed hope for lasting peace, Pakistan took much of the credit for playing mediator between the two countries. However, Jonathan Schanzer, Executive Director at the Foundation for Defence of Democracies and former US Treasury counterterrorism analyst, said Pakistan is deeply indebted to China.

Top Maoist Leader Killed in Chhattisgarh: What This Means

Top Maoist Leader Killed in Chhattisgarh: What This Means

Rediff.com1 days ago

A woman Maoist carrying a reward of Rs 5 lakh was killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district.

Made lot of progress, ball in Iran's court: Vance

Made lot of progress, ball in Iran's court: Vance

Rediff.com1 days ago

US Vice President J D Vance stated that while progress was made during peace talks in Islamabad, it is now up to Iran to further the discussions and address US concerns regarding its nuclear ambitions.

Sports Ministry Wants Hockey India to Field Strongest Teams for Asian Games

Sports Ministry Wants Hockey India to Field Strongest Teams for Asian Games

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Sports Ministry is encouraging Hockey India to nominate its best teams for the Asian Games, amidst discussions about fielding separate teams for the continental event and the World Cup to prevent player burnout.

IPL 2026: KKR vs LSG: Will Rain Ruin the Match Tonight at Eden Gardens?

IPL 2026: KKR vs LSG: Will Rain Ruin the Match Tonight at Eden Gardens?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rain is threatening the Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 match at Eden Gardens.

Late Goal Secures Draw for Jamshedpur FC Against Mumbai City in ISL Top-of-Table Battle

Late Goal Secures Draw for Jamshedpur FC Against Mumbai City in ISL Top-of-Table Battle

Rediff.com5 days ago

Jamshedpur FC and Mumbai City FC played to a 1-1 draw in a thrilling Indian Super League match, with a late equaliser from Sarthak Goloui cancelling out Brandon Fernandes' first-half goal.

Indian Women's 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball Team to Compete at Commonwealth Games

Indian Women's 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball Team to Compete at Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's 3x3 women's wheelchair basketball team has qualified for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, securing their spot through the Asia Oceania qualifiers.

Jharkhand Officials Arrested in Multi-Million Embezzlement Scheme

Jharkhand Officials Arrested in Multi-Million Embezzlement Scheme

Rediff.com5 days ago

Three treasury employees in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, have been arrested for allegedly embezzling Rs 15.41 crore from government bank accounts over eight years, prompting criticism from the opposition BJP.

How a Social Media Post Led Payal Nag to Para Archery Glory

How a Social Media Post Led Payal Nag to Para Archery Glory

Rediff.com1 days ago

Teenage quadruple amputee para archer Payal Nag wins gold at the World Para Archery Series in Bangkok, overcoming social stigma and defeating her idol Sheetal Devi.

Artemis II astronauts return after historic lunar flyby

Artemis II astronauts return after historic lunar flyby

Rediff.com3 days ago

Four astronauts from NASA's Artemis II mission have safely returned to Earth after completing a historic flyby of the moon, marking the first human journey to the moon in over 50 years.

India to Launch Campaign Featuring Athletes for 2030 Commonwealth Games

India to Launch Campaign Featuring Athletes for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announces plans for a nationwide campaign featuring iconic athletes and youth leaders to promote the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad.

India's 50m Rifle Team Fails to Qualify at Granada World Cup

India's 50m Rifle Team Fails to Qualify at Granada World Cup

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian shooters faced setbacks and successes at the ISSF World Cup in Granada, Spain, with the women's 50m rifle team missing qualification and the men's 25m rapid-fire pistol team advancing to the next stage.

What went wrong for Delhi Capitals against Chennai Super Kings?

What went wrong for Delhi Capitals against Chennai Super Kings?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Capitals' Director of Cricket, Venugopal Rao, identifies the loss of four quick wickets as the turning point in their IPL defeat to Chennai Super Kings, while also acknowledging fielding errors that contributed to the loss.

Puducherry records highest-ever turnout in assembly polls

Puducherry records highest-ever turnout in assembly polls

Rediff.com5 days ago

Puducherry witnessed a historic voter turnout of 89.87% in the recent Assembly elections, the highest since 1964. The election saw a contest between the NDA and Congress-led bloc, with other parties also vying for influence. Polling was largely peaceful, with a minor clash reported.

India Eyes Inclusion of Indigenous Sports in 2030 Commonwealth Games

India Eyes Inclusion of Indigenous Sports in 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com1 days ago

India is considering including indigenous sports like Kabaddi and Mallakhamb in the 2030 Commonwealth Games, alongside confirmed sports like hockey and cricket.

Geopolitical Tensions, Inflation Drive Foreign Investors to Sell Indian Equities

Geopolitical Tensions, Inflation Drive Foreign Investors to Sell Indian Equities

Rediff.com2 days ago

Foreign investors have aggressively sold off Indian equities, withdrawing over 48,213 crore in the first 10 days of April, following a record 1.17 lakh crore outflow in March, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, rising crude oil prices, and global inflation concerns.

Jharkhand Finance Minister Orders Investigation into Treasury Fraud

Jharkhand Finance Minister Orders Investigation into Treasury Fraud

Rediff.com4 days ago

Jharkhand's Finance Minister has ordered a statewide investigation into alleged fraudulent salary withdrawals from government treasuries, following reports of irregularities in multiple districts.

IPL 2026: Ganguly calls for Rinku Singh's promotion to fix KKR's batting woes

IPL 2026: Ganguly calls for Rinku Singh's promotion to fix KKR's batting woes

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sourav Ganguly urges Kolkata Knight Riders to promote Rinku Singh up the order as the team struggles for form in IPL 2026, with three matches yielding no wins.

More than 1,700 Indians return home from Iran via Armenia, Azerbaijan

More than 1,700 Indians return home from Iran via Armenia, Azerbaijan

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has facilitated the safe passage of over 1,700 Indian nationals from Iran through Armenia and Azerbaijan since the beginning of the West Asia conflict.

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen Tears Into Cameron Green's IPL Flop

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen Tears Into Cameron Green's IPL Flop

Rediff.com7 days ago

Cameron Green's struggles in the IPL 2026 continue, with his batting form and high price tag drawing criticism.

Atletico Madrid survive Barcelona scare to reach Champions League semis

Atletico Madrid survive Barcelona scare to reach Champions League semis

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Atletico Madrid reached their first Champions League semi-final in nine years, narrowly defeating Barcelona 3-2 on aggregate despite a 2-1 home defeat.

Zeel Desai's Debut Win Gives India Lead in Billie Jean King Cup Tie

Zeel Desai's Debut Win Gives India Lead in Billie Jean King Cup Tie

Rediff.com4 days ago

Zeel Desai secured a dominant victory in her Billie Jean King Cup debut, giving India a 1-0 lead against Mongolia in the Asia/Oceania Group I tie.

Nine held over Dharwad Youth Congress leader's murder

Nine held over Dharwad Youth Congress leader's murder

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Dharwad, Karnataka, have arrested nine men in connection with the murder of a Youth Congress leader, Fairoz Pathan, who was attacked at his residence.

Rahul Gandhi Criticises BJP's 'Hate-Filled Thinking' and TMC's Job Promises in Bengal

Rahul Gandhi Criticises BJP's 'Hate-Filled Thinking' and TMC's Job Promises in Bengal

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the BJP and RSS for undermining the Constitution and accused the TMC of failing to deliver on job creation promises during rallies in West Bengal.

'Iran begged for this ceasefire, and we all know it...,' claims US

'Iran begged for this ceasefire, and we all know it...,' claims US

Rediff.com6 days ago

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Wednesday claimed that Tehran "begged" for a truce, maintaining that Washington achieved a "decisive military victory" during 'Operation Epic Fury.'

IPL 2026 Preview: Blockbuster on cards as Rajasthan Royals face-off against RCB

IPL 2026 Preview: Blockbuster on cards as Rajasthan Royals face-off against RCB

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, both in good form, are set to clash in an IPL match. Rajasthan's explosive batting and Bengaluru's rejuvenated bowling are key factors.