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Delhi Smoking Row: Man Shot As Argument Turns Violent

Delhi Smoking Row: Man Shot As Argument Turns Violent

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A dispute over smoking escalated into a violent clash between two groups in Delhi's Patel Nagar, resulting in one man being shot and two others injured.

Man Throws Acid On Family After Marriage Proposal Rejected

Man Throws Acid On Family After Marriage Proposal Rejected

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A man in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly threw acid on a woman and her family while they were asleep after she refused his marriage proposal, police said.

Players wilt, fans stay away as heat wallops Australian Open

Players wilt, fans stay away as heat wallops Australian Open

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The day session attendance of 51,048 was some 10,000 short of day six on Friday and even less than last year's corresponding session.

Man City parade turns into Guardiola goodbye party

Man City parade turns into Guardiola goodbye party

Rediff.com26 May 2026

A day after Guardiola's final game in charge after a trophy-laden decade, thousands lined the streets in searing 31 degrees Celsius heat and clouds of sky-blue confetti, climbing street lights and crowding every vantage point for a glimpse of the Spaniard who had defined an era.

At 89, My Father Chose Ayodhya, Varanasi, Sikkim

At 89, My Father Chose Ayodhya, Varanasi, Sikkim

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Sacred spots and soaring peaks: Bucket-listing across the heartland. Roopa Unnikrishnan and her father journey through the heart of India.

US-Iran draft deal proposes immediate ceasefire, sanctions relief

US-Iran draft deal proposes immediate ceasefire, sanctions relief

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A potential agreement between the United States and Iran, including a comprehensive ceasefire and gradual lifting of US sanctions, may be announced soon, according to reports. The agreement aims to de-escalate tensions and establish a framework for resolving disputes.

Siddaramaiah seeks guv's appointment, to make way for Shivakumar

Siddaramaiah seeks guv's appointment, to make way for Shivakumar

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is likely to resign, potentially paving the way for his deputy DK Shivakumar to take over. The move follows reported pressure from the Congress high command, though the party has denied any official decision. Speculation is rife as political tensions rise in the state.

Punjab AAP Accuses BJP Leader Bittu Of Hooliganism

Punjab AAP Accuses BJP Leader Bittu Of Hooliganism

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Punjab's AAP president, Aman Arora, has criticised Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu for alleged misconduct and objectionable behaviour towards police personnel in Dhuri, while Bittu accuses the AAP government of misusing the police to target BJP workers.

Praggnanandhaa Held In Super Chess Classic; Title Race Intensifies

Praggnanandhaa Held In Super Chess Classic; Title Race Intensifies

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Maxime Vachier-Lagrave at the Super Chess Classic, while other matches intensified the title race. Fabiano Caruana and Vincent Keymer drew, and Javokhir Sindarov secured a victory. The final round promises high stakes with multiple players in contention for the title.

French Open: Nishesh Basavareddy knocks out 7th seed Fritz; Zverev cruises

French Open: Nishesh Basavareddy knocks out 7th seed Fritz; Zverev cruises

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Seventh seed Taylor Fritz was stunned by fellow American Nishesh Basavareddy in the first round of the French Open on Sunday.

Odisha Doctor Killed In Family Property Row

Odisha Doctor Killed In Family Property Row

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A homoeopathic doctor was allegedly killed by his elder brother and other family members over a property dispute in Odisha's Kendrapara district, police said on Friday.

ISL Title Race Heats Up as Jamshedpur FC Host Mumbai City FC

ISL Title Race Heats Up as Jamshedpur FC Host Mumbai City FC

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Jamshedpur FC and Mumbai City FC are set to clash in a crucial Indian Super League match, with Jamshedpur looking to leverage their home advantage and close the gap on the league leaders.

India likely to witness above-normal rainfall in May: IMD

India likely to witness above-normal rainfall in May: IMD

Rediff.com1 May 2026

India is likely to witness a mixed temperature pattern along with wetter-than-usual conditions in May, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) indicating that rainfall across the country is "most likely to be above normal" at over 110 per cent of the long period average (LPA).

Kerala CM's New Secretary Faces Political Firestorm

Kerala CM's New Secretary Faces Political Firestorm

Rediff.com24 May 2026

The appointment of senior IAS officer Rathan U Kelkar as secretary to Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan has ignited a political controversy, drawing criticism from the CPI(M), CPI, and BJP.

Kerala Teen Stabbed For Giving Chocolate To Girl

Kerala Teen Stabbed For Giving Chocolate To Girl

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A 17-year-old boy in Kerala was allegedly stabbed by a friend and another person for giving a chocolate to the friend's sister, police said.

Dowry Demand Sparks Violent Clash At Palghar Wedding

Dowry Demand Sparks Violent Clash At Palghar Wedding

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A wedding ceremony in Palghar district turned violent after a dispute over dowry erupted between the families of the bride and groom, resulting in several injuries.

The Jasmine Murders: The Deadliest Thing in This Novel Isn't The Killer

The Jasmine Murders: The Deadliest Thing in This Novel Isn't The Killer

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Roopa Unnikrishnan's The Jasmine Murders is a novel that understands that the most unsettling mysteries are not solved in police files, but in the silences people learn to live with, notes Ragashree D Nair.

EPL: Title race heats up as Arsenal return with slim margin for error

EPL: Title race heats up as Arsenal return with slim margin for error

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Arsenal resume their Premier League title push with a nine-point lead after a morale-boosting win in Europe, but a resurgent Manchester City and an intense race for Champions League spots ensure a thrilling run-in.

Injuries And Errors Mar India's World Athletics Relays Campaign

Injuries And Errors Mar India's World Athletics Relays Campaign

Rediff.com3 May 2026

India's World Athletics Relays campaign ended in disappointment as athletes sustained injuries and faced coordination issues, hindering their chances of qualifying for the 2027 World Championships.

Mumbai Indians' Coach Explains Team's IPL 2026 Struggles

Mumbai Indians' Coach Explains Team's IPL 2026 Struggles

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene reflects on the team's disappointing I_L 2026 season, citing a lack of individual brilliance and collective effort.

Property Row: Man Kills Mother, Brother In UP

Property Row: Man Kills Mother, Brother In UP

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A man in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly shot and killed his mother and younger brother following a dispute over ancestral property. Police have launched a search for the accused, who is currently absconding.

Indian Quartets Aim For World Athletics Championships Spot

Indian Quartets Aim For World Athletics Championships Spot

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Five Indian relay teams are set to compete in the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, aiming to secure qualification for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing.

Youth Held In Indore For Murder Over Gaming Loan Dispute

Youth Held In Indore For Murder Over Gaming Loan Dispute

Rediff.com12 May 2026

A 19-year-old has been arrested in Indore for allegedly murdering a man over a financial dispute related to online gaming.

Mumbai Mephedrone Network Busted, Chemicals And Equipment Seized

Mumbai Mephedrone Network Busted, Chemicals And Equipment Seized

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Mumbai police have dismantled a mephedrone drug manufacturing network, seizing chemicals and equipment worth Rs 4 lakh from three locations in the city, following an initial raid in Mira Road that led to the arrest of 13 people and the seizure of mephedrone worth Rs 2.66 crore.

Water Tankers Supply 119 Marathwada Villages Amidst Heatwave

Water Tankers Supply 119 Marathwada Villages Amidst Heatwave

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Over 100 villages in Marathwada, India, are now dependent on water tankers due to severe water shortages amid peak summer. A total of 194 tankers are supplying water to 119 villages and 55 settlements across six districts, with Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar facing the most acute shortages.

Argument Over Laundry Turns Violent In South Delhi

Argument Over Laundry Turns Violent In South Delhi

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A dispute between a man and a laundry worker in Delhi's Kotla Mubarakpur escalated into a physical fight, resulting in injuries.

Recipe: Hitesh's Dhaba-Style Chicken

Recipe: Hitesh's Dhaba-Style Chicken

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

The perfect Sunday recipe. Note: It's cooked in mustard oil.

BSF Jawan Held For Discharging Firearm After Road Ruckus

BSF Jawan Held For Discharging Firearm After Road Ruckus

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan has been arrested in Gondia, Maharashtra, after allegedly firing a pistol during a road rage incident while under the influence of alcohol.

Baisakhi Recipe: Roopa's Zarda Pulao

Baisakhi Recipe: Roopa's Zarda Pulao

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

A sweet pulao is a yum way to bring in Baisakhi.

Recipe: Sakshi's Grated Karela With Coconut

Recipe: Sakshi's Grated Karela With Coconut

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Try making bitter gourd a different way -- grated, with onions and coconut adding extra body to the preparation.

New Wearable Polygraph System Senses Hidden Stress

New Wearable Polygraph System Senses Hidden Stress

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Researchers have developed a lightweight, wearable polygraph system that adheres to the chest and measures heart activity, breathing patterns, sweat response, blood flow, and temperature to provide a real-time, whole-body view of stress.

Delhi Government To Conduct Structural Audits Of Schools

Delhi Government To Conduct Structural Audits Of Schools

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Delhi government has announced it will conduct structural audits of its government schools following an inspection by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who noted a lack of facilities at a school in Rupnagar.

Bengaluru deluge turns roads into rivers, brings city to a standstill

Bengaluru deluge turns roads into rivers, brings city to a standstill

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Heavy rains and a hailstorm lashed Bengaluru, providing relief from the summer heat but also disrupting normal life with waterlogging, traffic chaos, and uprooted trees.

Medha Shankr Is The Perfect Mix Of...

Medha Shankr Is The Perfect Mix Of...

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

If there's one person who truly embodies 'I'm the perfect mix of Saturday night and the rest of your life,' it's Medha Shankr.

Man Dragged On Car Bonnet For 2 Km After Argument

Man Dragged On Car Bonnet For 2 Km After Argument

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A middle-aged man was dragged on a car bonnet for approximately 2 km in Meerpet, Hyderabad, following a dispute over a U-turn signal. The incident occurred after an argument between the man's son, who was driving a two-wheeler, and the car driver, who then drove off with the man clinging to the bonnet.

Rishabh Pant's Role As Test Vice-Captain Under Review

Rishabh Pant's Role As Test Vice-Captain Under Review

Rediff.com17 May 2026

The Indian Test team selection meeting in Guwahati will likely involve discussions about Rishabh Pant's future as vice-captain, Jasprit Bumrah's workload, and Suryakumar Yadav's form.

All Accused Arrested In Delhi Molestation Case

All Accused Arrested In Delhi Molestation Case

Rediff.com13 May 2026

All four men detained in connection with the alleged molestation and assault of two women outside a hotel in southeast Delhi's Nehru Place have now been formally arrested, police said on Tuesday.

Odisha To Formulate SOP After Census Officials Attacked

Odisha To Formulate SOP After Census Officials Attacked

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Four Census officials were assaulted in Odisha's Dhenkanal district, prompting the state government to formulate a standard operating procedure (SOP) to safeguard census officials from physical harm and heat-related risks.

Inside GSB Cuisine Queen Komal Prabhu's Kitchen

Inside GSB Cuisine Queen Komal Prabhu's Kitchen

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Discover the inspiring journey of Komal Prabhu, called the Queen of GSB Cuisine, that saw her switch professions -- a Bharata Natyam dancer became a celebrated chef devoted to preserving traditional Gaud Saraswat Brahmin food traditions.

Sekar Patchai, Arthi Win Big at Little Andaman Pro

Sekar Patchai, Arthi Win Big at Little Andaman Pro

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Sekar Patchai and Arthi emerged victorious in stand-up paddling at the Little Andaman Pro, while intense surfing action unfolded in the Men's and Women's Open categories.