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Teenage Girl Dies After Stabbing in Delhi; Accused Kills Himself

Teenage Girl Dies After Stabbing in Delhi; Accused Kills Himself

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 16-year-old girl died after being stabbed in Delhi's Seemapuri area. The accused, identified as Jatin, allegedly died by suicide in a cylinder blast at his house after the attack. Police are investigating the motive and possible involvement of others.

Fraudsters Exploit MHADA Scheme, Cheat Thane Residents

Fraudsters Exploit MHADA Scheme, Cheat Thane Residents

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Fraudsters in Thane, Maharashtra, allegedly duped 11 residents by promising low-cost housing under a government scheme and forging their credentials to open bank accounts for larger financial transactions.

Abhishek Banerjee Alleges Centre Starving West Bengal by Blocking Funds

Abhishek Banerjee Alleges Centre Starving West Bengal by Blocking Funds

Rediff.com6 days ago

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee accuses the central government of withholding funds from West Bengal to punish voters for supporting the TMC, while highlighting state-led initiatives to support the population.

Bengaluru Police Bust Drug Racket, Arrest Eight Including Foreign National

Bengaluru Police Bust Drug Racket, Arrest Eight Including Foreign National

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bengaluru police have arrested eight individuals, including a foreign national, for allegedly selling drugs in the city. The operation resulted in the seizure of drugs, vehicles, and other items worth Rs 27.42 crores.

Mathura Police Nab Two Suspects After Encounter in BJP Leader Shooting Case

Mathura Police Nab Two Suspects After Encounter in BJP Leader Shooting Case

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Police in Mathura have arrested two individuals following an encounter related to the shooting at a local BJP leader's residence last month. The suspects were apprehended after allegedly opening fire on police, who returned fire in self-defence.

Multiple airstrikes reported across Iran as US deadline looms

Multiple airstrikes reported across Iran as US deadline looms

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tensions between Washington, DC and Tehran have reached a boiling point, as a heavy barrage of aerial strikes was reported across multiple locations in Iran on Tuesday.

Manipur violence: 2 kids killed in blast, two shot dead in CRPF camp attack

Manipur violence: 2 kids killed in blast, two shot dead in CRPF camp attack

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two people were killed and five others injured after a mob stormed a CRPF camp in Manipur's Bishnupur district following a protest against a bomb attack that killed two children.

Rajasthan Couple Found Dead in Home; Robbery Suspected

Rajasthan Couple Found Dead in Home; Robbery Suspected

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

An elderly couple was allegedly murdered in their home in Beawar, Rajasthan, with police investigating a possible robbery motive. Four suspects, including two minors, have been detained.

Banerjee Hits Back at Modi's Claims on Bengal's Fish Production

Banerjee Hits Back at Modi's Claims on Bengal's Fish Production

Rediff.com2 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has refuted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claims about the state's fish production, accusing him of misrepresenting facts and alleging restrictions on non-vegetarian food consumption in BJP-ruled states.

'Silenced, not defeated': Raghav Chadha after AAP removes him as deputy leader in RS

'Silenced, not defeated': Raghav Chadha after AAP removes him as deputy leader in RS

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

AAP MP Raghav Chadha claims he was silenced after being removed as the party's deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha, alleging his own party sought to prevent him from speaking in Parliament.

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

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

Rediff.com3 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.

Manipur Reels After Bomb Attack and Protest Deaths

Manipur Reels After Bomb Attack and Protest Deaths

Rediff.com4 days ago

Violence erupted in Manipur's Bishnupur district following a bomb attack that killed two children and subsequent protest deaths at a CRPF camp. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and prompted a government investigation.

Trump Warns of 'Intense Strike' if Iran Talks Fail

Trump Warns of 'Intense Strike' if Iran Talks Fail

Rediff.com23 hours ago

US President Donald Trump warned that the United States is prepared to launch a military strike on Iran if peace negotiations in Islamabad fail, while Vice President JD Vance departed for talks in Pakistan.

'Keralites Accept BJP As A Mainstream Contender For Power'

'Keralites Accept BJP As A Mainstream Contender For Power'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'When Narendra Modi was here, he spoke only about development and what the BJP wanted to do in Kerala. That kind of sober rhetoric or argument is acceptable to the people here.'

Odisha Police Target Cattle Smuggling Rings in Coordinated Raids

Odisha Police Target Cattle Smuggling Rings in Coordinated Raids

Rediff.com4 days ago

Odisha police conducted coordinated raids across multiple districts targeting individuals involved in illegal cattle transportation and smuggling, resulting in significant seizures and detentions.

Boy Dies After Alleged Beating Over Mobile Theft in Varanasi

Boy Dies After Alleged Beating Over Mobile Theft in Varanasi

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A 16-year-old boy in Varanasi, India, died after allegedly being beaten with sticks over suspicion of mobile theft. Police have registered a case and are investigating.

Indian HNIs maintain grip on Dubai luxury real estate despite West Asia tensions

Indian HNIs maintain grip on Dubai luxury real estate despite West Asia tensions

Rediff.com5 days ago

Ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia have slowed deal momentum in Dubai's luxury residential market, but Indian high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) are not exiting their marquee assets, with any 'discounted' resale deals attributed to investor liquidity stress rather than geopolitical flight.

Abhishek Banerjee Alleges BJP Conspiracy Against Citizens Through Electoral Roll Deletions

Abhishek Banerjee Alleges BJP Conspiracy Against Citizens Through Electoral Roll Deletions

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused the BJP government of conspiring against Indian citizens by deleting names from electoral rolls and diverting attention from core issues.

CBI Files Chargesheet in Rs 23 Crore Digital Arrest Scam

CBI Files Chargesheet in Rs 23 Crore Digital Arrest Scam

Rediff.com1 days ago

The CBI has filed a chargesheet against a man accused of defrauding a retired banker of Rs 23 crore in a sophisticated digital arrest scam involving impersonation of law enforcement and judicial authorities.

Census kicks off in Delhi with President, PM leading digital count

Census kicks off in Delhi with President, PM leading digital count

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

This will be India's 16th Census and the eighth since Independence. For the first time, citizens will also have the option of self-enumeration.

Abhishek Banerjee Accuses BJP of Misusing Institutions and Fueling Communal Discord

Abhishek Banerjee Accuses BJP of Misusing Institutions and Fueling Communal Discord

Rediff.com7 days ago

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused the BJP of misusing democratic institutions and stoking communal discord in Bengal, criticising their 'double engine' governance model.

Iran confirms participation in Pak-hosted peace talks with US

Iran confirms participation in Pak-hosted peace talks with US

Rediff.com3 days ago

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has confirmed Tehran's participation in Pakistan-facilitated peace talks with the US in Islamabad, according to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. This development follows a conditional ceasefire agreement and aims to address regional tensions.

Amit Shah Blasts Banerjee's Rule, Promises Change in West Bengal

Amit Shah Blasts Banerjee's Rule, Promises Change in West Bengal

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her of playing the 'victim card' and pushing the state towards destruction. He promised to end the TMC's 'syndicate raj' and ensure justice for women if the BJP is voted to power.

Family of Five Found Dead in Kochi, Investigation Underway

Family of Five Found Dead in Kochi, Investigation Underway

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Five individuals, including three children, were discovered dead in a rented house in Kochi. Police are investigating the circumstances, suspecting a possible suicide pact.

Second Prisoner Recaptured After Odisha Jail Escape During Durga Puja

Second Prisoner Recaptured After Odisha Jail Escape During Durga Puja

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Odisha Police have arrested Raja Sahani, an undertrial prisoner who escaped from Choudwar Circle Jail in Cuttack during last year's Durga Puja celebrations. He was apprehended in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, after months on the run.

Abhishek Banerjee Accuses Rivals of Aiding BJP in West Bengal

Abhishek Banerjee Accuses Rivals of Aiding BJP in West Bengal

Rediff.com10 hours ago

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee addressed a rally in Murshidabad, accusing political rivals of working for the BJP and promising to restore voting rights to disenfranchised citizens if his party returns to power.

Hubballi Gym Trainer Assaulted After Dispute Over Relationship

Hubballi Gym Trainer Assaulted After Dispute Over Relationship

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A gym trainer in Hubballi was allegedly assaulted following a dispute related to his relationship with a girl. Police are investigating the incident and have refuted claims of 'love jihad'.

Hubballi Gym Trainer Assault Case: Family Feud or 'Love Jihad'?

Hubballi Gym Trainer Assault Case: Family Feud or 'Love Jihad'?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A gym trainer in Hubballi was allegedly assaulted following a dispute related to his relationship with a girl. Police are investigating the incident and allegations of 'love jihad'.

Iran Supreme Leader 'unconscious', receiving treatment in Qom: Report

Iran Supreme Leader 'unconscious', receiving treatment in Qom: Report

Rediff.com4 days ago

Reports indicate that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran's Supreme Leader and a potential successor, is reportedly unconscious and receiving medical treatment in Qom, according to intelligence assessments.

Smart Money Moves: From Home Loans To SIPs

Smart Money Moves: From Home Loans To SIPs

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Man killed in Faridabad over girlfriend dispute; suspects arrested

Man killed in Faridabad over girlfriend dispute; suspects arrested

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A 25-year-old man was stabbed to death at his girlfriend's house in Faridabad. Police have arrested five people in connection with the killing, while the main suspect remains at large. The incident stemmed from a previous dispute between the victim and the main accused.

Gurugram Police Uncover Cyber-Fraud Ring Linked to Philippines and Cambodia

Gurugram Police Uncover Cyber-Fraud Ring Linked to Philippines and Cambodia

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Gurugram police have dismantled a cyber-fraud racket with links to the Philippines and Cambodia, arresting five individuals involved in the use and distribution of illegal SIM boxes.

Accused in 2011 Mumbai Blasts Case Granted Bail After Prolonged Incarceration

Accused in 2011 Mumbai Blasts Case Granted Bail After Prolonged Incarceration

Rediff.com1 days ago

A special court in Mumbai granted bail to two accused in the 2011 Mumbai triple bomb blasts case, citing their prolonged incarceration of nearly 15 years and violation of their right to a speedy trial.

Manipur Rages: Protests Surge After Bombing Kills Children

Manipur Rages: Protests Surge After Bombing Kills Children

Rediff.com2 days ago

Thousands in Manipur defy curfew to protest the bombing that killed two children, leading to clashes with security forces and widespread unrest.

Iran will be decimated within 4 hours if...: Trump

Iran will be decimated within 4 hours if...: Trump

Rediff.com4 days ago

Trump also brushed off criticism of his expletive-laden references to causing destruction in Iran if they failed to make a deal to end the war.

Interstate LeT Module Busted, Pakistani Terrorist Arrested in J&K

Interstate LeT Module Busted, Pakistani Terrorist Arrested in J&K

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Jammu and Kashmir have dismantled a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) module, arresting five individuals, including a Pakistani terrorist who had been on the run for 16 years. The operation exposed a network spanning multiple states and involving forged documents and identities.

TMC Leader Banerjee Criticises Modi Government's Economic Policies

TMC Leader Banerjee Criticises Modi Government's Economic Policies

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Senior TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee criticised the Modi government's economic policies, citing rising prices and hardships caused by demonetisation and lockdown measures during an election rally in West Bengal.

Odisha Sees 416 Fire-Related Deaths in Past Three Years

Odisha Sees 416 Fire-Related Deaths in Past Three Years

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Odisha's Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari informed the Assembly that 416 people have died in fire accidents across the state in the last three financial years. The government is providing ex gratia and financial assistance to the victims and their families.

The Must Read Moon Moon Sen Interview

The Must Read Moon Moon Sen Interview

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Bombshell image helped me get out of being my mother's daughter.'

Why My Last Minute Concert Plan Was Totally Worth It

Why My Last Minute Concert Plan Was Totally Worth It

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

I had been eyeing Keinemusik (a German DJ trio) concert tickets ever since they dropped almost six months ago. The ticket prices started at Rs 3,000 and had reached Rs 6,000 on the week of the concert.