A new study reveals that neuron networks in the brain's hippocampus, the memory centre, become sparser but more structured and refined as animals mature.
India's unemployment rate for individuals aged 15 and older increased to 5.1 per cent in March 2026, up from 4.9 per cent in February, primarily due to a rise in joblessness in urban areas, according to government data.
Supreme Court judge Justice B V Nagarathna stated that judicial independence in the modern era is not just freedom from external power, but also from algorithmic influence, while speaking at a conference in Bengaluru.
An 18-year-old was allegedly stabbed by three juveniles in Delhi's Sultanpuri after a dispute. Police have apprehended one suspect and are searching for the others.
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Police in Dombivli, Maharashtra, rescued three young children found abandoned on the roadside. The children, aged 3 to 4, were discovered near a bungalow and have been placed in a child care centre while authorities investigate their origins and circumstances.
Authorities in Beed, Maharashtra, intervened to prevent the marriage of a 17-year-old girl to a 28-year-old man, leading to the registration of a case against the groom and family members under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act.
Police have arrested four individuals and apprehended two juveniles in connection with a violent assault at a hotel in Katra, Reasi district. The accused are allegedly involved in an attack at the R K Palace hotel on May 2, which resulted in serious injuries to one man.
Authorities in Madhya Pradesh's Indore district intervened to stop a marriage between a 13-year-old girl and a 42-year-old man, after discovering a fake marksheet was used to falsely claim the girl was of legal marriageable age.
Gautam Adani, chairman of Adani group, emphasised that energy and intelligence are inseparable national priorities, asserting that India must build its own capabilities in these sectors rather than relying on external sources, especially in the context of global conflicts and shifting supply chains.
A newly married couple were found dead in their Hyderabad home in a suspected suicide. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding their deaths.
The Punjab Assembly has passed the Punjab Prisons and Correctional Services Bill, 2026, to modernise the prison system, and the Societies Registration (Punjab Amendment) Bill 2026, to enhance transparency and accountability of societies.
Police in Delhi are investigating after a decomposed body was found buried at an under-construction building in Shahdara. The circumstances suggest a possible murder, and authorities are working to identify the victim and determine the cause of death.
The Supreme Court of India has dismissed the use of information from 'WhatsApp University' as evidence in a case concerning religious freedom and discrimination against women at religious sites, including the Sabarimala Temple.
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Rapid growth in personal gold loans has raised concerns over borrower leverage, large-ticket exposure and volatility in gold prices, points out Swaminathan J, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India.
A foetus was discovered in a government hospital bathroom in Nahan, Himachal Pradesh, leading to an investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl who suffered a miscarriage on the premises.
The Punjab Prisons and Correctional Services Bill, 2026, aims to transform prisons into centres of reform, rehabilitation, and social reintegration, focusing on inmates' human rights, transparency, and security.
Police in Sahibganj, Jharkhand, rescued multiple minors from suspected trafficking operations at a railway station, arresting two individuals and placing the children under protective custody.
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A 10-year-old girl was allegedly shot at by three boys while travelling in an e-rickshaw in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh. Police have detained one juvenile and are searching for the other two.
Tamil Nadu table tennis player I.M. Louis Raj died after collapsing on court during a match at the 32nd National Masters Table Tennis Championships in Pune. The cause of death was cardiac arrest.
Police in Pune have issued 'Leave India' notices to three American nationals for allegedly engaging in religious propagation activities and violating tourist visa norms.
A woman and her two minor daughters were found dead at their residence in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.
Bengaluru police have arrested six individuals from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, in connection with a dacoity case. The accused allegedly trespassed into a house, threatened the occupants, and stole valuables.
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While being in an air-conditioned room can make you feel pleasant and comfortable, it also has its disadvantages, says Dr Manjusha Agarwal, consultant-internal medicine at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai.
John Abraham's 1986 film Amma Ariyan, now heading to the 2026 Cannes film festival, remains one of Malayalam cinema's most politically charged and unsettling masterpieces.
A sub-adult tiger was found electrocuted and dumped in a well in Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. The farmer who owns the well has been arrested. This incident brings the total number of tiger deaths in the state to 25 since January, raising concerns about wildlife protection.
The brother of BJP MP Gyaneshwar Patil was found dead in a well in Madhya Pradesh, prompting a police investigation into the suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
Ashish R Mohan's Daadi Ki Shaadi, starring Neetu Singh and Kapil Sharma, offers an outdated plot that fails to deliver on humour or emotional depth.
A 19-year-old woman was allegedly raped by two unidentified men at an Army firing range near Mhow in Indore district. A manhunt has been launched to trace the absconding accused.
The Jharkhand High Court has given the state government two weeks to provide information on a missing minor girl from Gumla, warning that the case could be transferred to the CBI if no progress is made.
An eight-year-old boy's timely intervention helped prevent the child marriage of his friend from Class 5, scheduled on the night of Akshaya Tritiya, highlighting both the persistence of the social evil and the strength of awareness among children.
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Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh has petitioned the Punjab and Haryana High Court, seeking the restoration of his security cover after it was withdrawn following his defection from AAP to BJP. Singh cites a mob attack on his residence and potential threats as reasons for the plea.
Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Punjab government to ensure the safety of Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh and his family, following his defection from AAP to BJP and subsequent protests outside his residence.
IT services major LTM is set to introduce a new pricing framework, 'Blueverse Credit', in the first quarter of FY27, aiming to align monetisation with the growing adoption of agentic artificial intelligence.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini released over 2,115 crore directly into the bank accounts of beneficiaries under various welfare schemes, benefiting over 58 lakh eligible individuals.
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