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Man in Delhi court custody for ex-girlfriend's murder in US

Man in Delhi court custody for ex-girlfriend's murder in US

Rediff.com16 hours ago

A Delhi court has taken into custody Arjun Sharma, a man wanted in connection with the alleged murder of his former girlfriend, Nikitha Godishala, in the United States. Sharma was arrested on non-bailable warrants as part of an extradition request under the India-US Extradition Treaty.

Apple's Mac Mini: Mini In Size, Bigger In Performance -- And Price

Apple's Mac Mini: Mini In Size, Bigger In Performance -- And Price

Rediff.com16 hours ago

The new Mac mini stays true to its reputation: It is small on the outside but surprisingly powerful on the inside. But is it worth the price tag?

Boom in EV two-wheeler demand creates supply bottleneck in India

Boom in EV two-wheeler demand creates supply bottleneck in India

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's electric two-wheeler market has seen record penetration, exceeding 11.2 per cent, driven by crude oil price fluctuations. This surge has led to an unexpected crisis for Indian OEMs, with unfulfilled customer demand reaching 20-30 per cent and average waiting periods exceeding four weeks, a situation expected to intensify during the upcoming festival season.

What Caused Chinese Ship To Sink In 8 Minutes In Bay Of Bengal?

What Caused Chinese Ship To Sink In 8 Minutes In Bay Of Bengal?

Rediff.com20 hours ago

The MV Ocean Winner sank within about eight minutes with 24 crew aboard; experts say excess moisture in its iron ore fines cargo may have caused liquefaction.

Why Is Asim Munir in Tehran?

Why Is Asim Munir in Tehran?

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Pakistan's army chief held a series of engagements with Iranian leaders in Tehran as regional diplomacy remained in focus.

Kriti Gives It Back To Kangana: 'Culture is in heart, not in neckline'

Kriti Gives It Back To Kangana: 'Culture is in heart, not in neckline'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kangana Ranaut has criticised Kriti Sanon's outfit choice in a recent Raksha Bandhan jewellery ad, calling it 'intentionally creepy'.

Raheem Sterling in trouble after Lamborghini crash

Raheem Sterling in trouble after Lamborghini crash

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Former England winger Raheem Sterling has been charged by Hampshire Police with dangerous driving, possession of nitrous oxide for wrongful inhalation, and failing to provide a specimen following a motorway crash involving his Lamborghini on the M3 in May. No other vehicles were involved, and no injuries were reported.

Mohan Bhagwat Receives Warm Welcome in New York

Mohan Bhagwat Receives Warm Welcome in New York

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat has arrived in New York.

Moto G Max Unveiled In India

Moto G Max Unveiled In India

Rediff.com1 days ago

Motorola has expanded its smartphone line-up with the Moto G Max, featuring a 6.72-inch 120 Hz display and a massive 7,000 mAh battery. Priced at Rs 27,999.

Top International Archers To Compete In APL Season 2 In Hyderabad

Top International Archers To Compete In APL Season 2 In Hyderabad

Rediff.com4 days ago

The second season of the Archery Premier League (APL) will commence in Hyderabad on October 8, featuring 12 international archers, including Olympic bronze medallist Casey Kaufhold and other Olympic medallists like Mete Gazoz and Alejandra Valencia. The 11-day tournament aims to establish India as a key destination on the global archery calendar.

Govt employee among 6 UPPK militants arrested in Manipur

Govt employee among 6 UPPK militants arrested in Manipur

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Manipur police have arrested six militants, including a minor, from the banned United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) across Imphal Valley districts. The arrests were made in connection with extortion, intimidation, and kidnapping. Security forces also conducted a separate operation, seizing arms and ammunition and destroying bunkers in Kangpokpi and Senapati districts.

6 drown to death in Karnataka lake, probe on

6 drown to death in Karnataka lake, probe on

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Six bodies, including those of four women and two boys, were discovered floating in Bhutnal Lake in Vijayapura, Karnataka. Police are investigating the mysterious circumstances surrounding the deaths, considering possibilities like accidental drowning or suicide, and are checking missing persons reports.

8 overground workers of terrorists arrested in Kashmir

8 overground workers of terrorists arrested in Kashmir

Rediff.com1 days ago

Security forces in Kashmir have arrested eight overground workers (OGWs) of terror outfits in three separate operations across Shopian and Pulwama districts. The arrests led to the recovery of grenades, AK magazines, mobile phones, pistols, and other incriminating materials, significantly disrupting terror networks in the region.

Heavy Rains Create Havoc In New Delhi

Heavy Rains Create Havoc In New Delhi

Rediff.com2 days ago

Heavy rains lashed Delhi, triggering waterlogging and traffic disruptions across several parts of the national capital.

Credit Card Spending in India Crosses Rs 2 Trillion Mark

Credit Card Spending in India Crosses Rs 2 Trillion Mark

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Credit card spending in India has consistently topped Rs 2 trillion for three consecutive months, with July 2026 recording Rs 2.08 trillion, indicating a new normal for consumer expenditure, according to the latest RBI data.

Like Akshaye Khanna's Shukracharya Look In Mahakali?

Like Akshaye Khanna's Shukracharya Look In Mahakali?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Akshaye Khanna makes a striking Telugu cinema debut as the formidable Shukracharya in the newly unveiled glimpse of Mahakali.

Surge in H1N1 cases: IMA warns against...

Surge in H1N1 cases: IMA warns against...

Rediff.com19 hours ago

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has issued a public health advisory on the seasonal surge in Influenza A (H1N1), or swine flu, urging people not to self-medicate with antibiotics and antivirals and advising immediate medical attention for severe symptoms.

Nearly 160 killed, over 750 missing in devastating Nepal flash floods

Nearly 160 killed, over 750 missing in devastating Nepal flash floods

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A massive flash flood originating in Tibet has devastated central Nepal, killing 17 people and leaving nearly 500 missing, including 105 Indians. The deluge, caused by a rock slide near the Nepal-Tibet border, swept through districts, washing away bridges and severely damaging at least a dozen hydropower projects.

Vijay's Tamil Nadu Attracts Rs 1 Trillion In Investment Commitment

Vijay's Tamil Nadu Attracts Rs 1 Trillion In Investment Commitment

Rediff.com19 hours ago

'If investors are trusting a new establishment in Tamil Nadu, it speaks a lot of the state's investment climate.'

India Ranks Fifth in GenAI Patents

India Ranks Fifth in GenAI Patents

Rediff.com2 days ago

India published 929 generative AI patents in 2024 and 2025 alone -- equating to nearly 70 per cent of the 1,350 patents it published over the entire previous decade (2014 to 2023).

SC directs Tarun Tejpal to surrender in 2 weeks

SC directs Tarun Tejpal to surrender in 2 weeks

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former editor of Tehelka, Tejpal, was convicted of raping a junior colleague inside a hotel elevator in 2013 during an event organised by the magazine in Goa.

RBI net bought $561 mn in June, first purchase since Feb

RBI net bought $561 mn in June, first purchase since Feb

Rediff.com15 hours ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) net bought $561 million in June, marking its first net purchase since February, following three consecutive months of net sales. This move coincided with a series of government and RBI measures to attract foreign capital, leading to a 0.36 per cent appreciation of the rupee against the dollar.

After Gen z, Gen Alpha steps out of classrooms in protest

After Gen z, Gen Alpha steps out of classrooms in protest

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Across India, Gen Alpha students (born between 2010 and 2024) are increasingly taking to the streets to protest against poor school infrastructure, lack of teachers, and unhygienic conditions, leading to some significant wins and drawing attention to the declining state of public education.

Praggnanandhaa to Face Caruana in Grand Chess Tour Final

Praggnanandhaa to Face Caruana in Grand Chess Tour Final

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has secured his spot in the finals of the Grand Chess Tour's last leg, defeating Germany's Vincent Keymer 19-9. He is set to compete against defending champion Fabiano Caruana of the USA for the title.

Will These Celebrities Feature In Bigg Boss 20?

Will These Celebrities Feature In Bigg Boss 20?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Looking at the unconfirmed list of contestants lining up for the 20th edition of Bigg Boss.

How Jurel's century changed the Test in Colombo

How Jurel's century changed the Test in Colombo

Rediff.com2 days ago

Dhruv Jurel's unbeaten 115, supported by Rishabh Pant's fifty, helped India declare at a commanding 503-9 on day two of the second Test against Sri Lanka. India then took two quick wickets, leaving Sri Lanka struggling at 8-2, still 495 runs behind, before rain and bad light stopped play.

India Set For Tough Test Against Panama In FIFA Friendly

India Set For Tough Test Against Panama In FIFA Friendly

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's national football team will host Panama in an international friendly on September 26, marking their first encounter. This match is part of a series of fixtures against 2026 World Cup participants, including Brazil and New Zealand, aimed at providing valuable exposure for the Blue Tigers.

IIT steps in to ease queues at Puri Jagannath Temple

IIT steps in to ease queues at Puri Jagannath Temple

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Odisha government has roped in IIT-Bhubaneswar to introduce a queue management system at the Jagannath Temple in Puri, including setting up wooden ramps for a clearer view of the deities, law minister Prithiviraj Harichandan said on Tuesday.

Gunfight in Meerut over cow slaughter, two arrested

Gunfight in Meerut over cow slaughter, two arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Meerut arrested two men, Tasleem and Bhura, after an encounter where they were shot in the legs while allegedly preparing to slaughter a cow. A third suspect escaped. The police recovered weapons and a tied cow from the scene. Both arrested individuals have multiple prior cases, including for cow slaughter.

Prasidh Krishna: Aggression is in my bowling, not my demeanour

Prasidh Krishna: Aggression is in my bowling, not my demeanour

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian seamer Prasidh Krishna clarified that his aggression manifests through his intense and disciplined bowling, not his on-field behaviour, emphasising his adaptability to pitch conditions and team requirements.

Taapsee In Gandhari Mode: 'What Does It Mean To Lose Your Child?'

Taapsee In Gandhari Mode: 'What Does It Mean To Lose Your Child?'

Rediff.com21 hours ago

'When her child is in danger, I don't think a mother has any boundaries in her mind.'

LS secretariat issues notices to 20 rebel TMC MPs in defection row

LS secretariat issues notices to 20 rebel TMC MPs in defection row

Rediff.com21 hours ago

The Lok Sabha Secretariat has issued notices to 20 rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs, seeking their replies within seven days regarding petitions filed by TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee for their disqualification under the anti-defection law.

'Kept looking...': Father of infant killed in Amravati fire

'Kept looking...': Father of infant killed in Amravati fire

Rediff.com2 days ago

A father's joy at the birth of his son turned to crushing sorrow after a fire swept through the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of a government hospital in Amravati, Maharashtra, killing his newborn and two other infants. Swapnil Barge had been searching for his wife and day-old son, only to receive the devastating news hours later.

India Inc Sees Fastest Revenue Growth in 15 Quarters

India Inc Sees Fastest Revenue Growth in 15 Quarters

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian listed companies experienced their fastest revenue growth in 15 quarters during Q1FY27, with combined net sales rising 18.4% year-on-year, while net profit grew 16%, primarily driven by mining, metals, and banking sectors, despite a contraction in operating margins due to higher input costs.

Praggnanandhaa lets Keymer escape in grand finale opener

Praggnanandhaa lets Keymer escape in grand finale opener

Rediff.com3 days ago

Praggnanandhaa squandered a winning advantage against Vincent Keymer in the Grand Chess Tour opener, allowing the resilient German to survive and secure a hard-fought draw.

The Big Boom In Gold Loans

The Big Boom In Gold Loans

Rediff.com4 days ago

Gold loans accounted for 41 per cent of retail loan disbursements in FY26, up sharply from 18 per cent in FY23 and 20 per cent in FY24.

Colombo Test: Dinusha puts strong resistance but India in drivers' seat

Colombo Test: Dinusha puts strong resistance but India in drivers' seat

Rediff.com1 days ago

India retained a firm grip on the second and final Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, despite Sonal Dinusha's unbeaten 85, with the hosts still facing the prospect of a follow-on after rain and bad light ended play early on day three.

FPIs flock to financials, extend buying spree in IT sector in early August

FPIs flock to financials, extend buying spree in IT sector in early August

Rediff.com5 days ago

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) significantly increased their buying in Indian equities during the first half of August, with financial services attracting the largest inflows, reversing previous outflows. The IT sector also continued to see strong interest from overseas investors, driven by a reassessment of valuations and the role of Indian IT firms in AI deployment.

'Cannot be adjudicated in public': CJI on SC judge's charges against Raj HC judge

'Cannot be adjudicated in public': CJI on SC judge's charges against Raj HC judge

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has stated that allegations of "maladministration" and "favouritism" made by Supreme Court judge Justice Sandeep Mehta against Acting Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court Sanjeev Prakash Sharma cannot be adjudicated in the public domain, emphasising that Justice Sharma must be given a fair opportunity to respond.

NRI Deposit Inflows Drop 23% in Q1 FY27, RBI Data Reveals

NRI Deposit Inflows Drop 23% in Q1 FY27, RBI Data Reveals

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Inflows into non-resident Indian (NRI) deposit schemes decreased by 23.24 per cent to $2.78 billion during the first quarter of FY27, down from $3.61 billion in the previous year, according to Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data.