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Delhi University Staff Fight College Name Change

Delhi University Staff Fight College Name Change

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The staff association of Dyal Singh Evening College is protesting the proposed renaming of the college to Banda Singh Bahadur, following a decision made in December 2025. They met with the Governing Body chairman to voice their concerns and request a staff council meeting to discuss the matter.

India thrash Korea in U-18 Asia Cup Hockey, brighten semifinal prospects

India thrash Korea in U-18 Asia Cup Hockey, brighten semifinal prospects

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The Indian men's hockey team secured a 4-1 victory against Korea in their third Pool A match of the U-18 Asia Cup, with Ketan Kushwaha scoring twice.

New Punjab BJP Chief Dhillon Sets Sights On 2027 Assembly Elections

New Punjab BJP Chief Dhillon Sets Sights On 2027 Assembly Elections

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Newly appointed Punjab BJP chief Kewal Singh Dhillon has outlined his plans to strengthen the party in the state, aiming for a majority in the 2027 assembly elections. He criticised the ruling AAP government and promised to address key issues such as crop diversification and law and order.

How NDTL And SGT University Are Shaping Clean Sport's Future

How NDTL And SGT University Are Shaping Clean Sport's Future

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) and Shree Guru Govind Singh Tricentenary (SGT) University have signed an MoU to promote clean sport through joint research, knowledge exchange, and capacity building. This partnership aims to advance scientific research in anti-doping, forensic analysis, and healthcare diagnostics, while also shaping the next generation of professionals in these fields.

Abhay Singh Stuns World No 13 Aly Abou Eleinen At El Gouna Open

Abhay Singh Stuns World No 13 Aly Abou Eleinen At El Gouna Open

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

India's Abhay Singh defeated Egypt's Aly Abou Eleinen in the first round of the El Gouna Open, but Anahat Singh lost to Hania El Hammamy.

Gill, Suryakumar excluded; Sooryavanshi in 30-man list for Asian Games

Gill, Suryakumar excluded; Sooryavanshi in 30-man list for Asian Games

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill are missing from the list of probables for the Asian Games, while Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been included in the 30-member squad submitted by the BCCI to the IOA.

Madhya Pradesh Woman And Daughters Die After Consuming Pesticide

Madhya Pradesh Woman And Daughters Die After Consuming Pesticide

Rediff.com31 May 2026

A woman and her three daughters died after allegedly consuming pesticide in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol district, police said.

Now, Watch Dhurandhar 2 On OTT

Now, Watch Dhurandhar 2 On OTT

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Ranveer's revenge, Karisma's return, royal romance, office romance, biopic of a watch, warmth of a Gullak, OTT has truckloads of surprises to offer this week.

Shahjahanpur Encounter: Two Chain Snatchers, Police Constable Injured In Firing

Shahjahanpur Encounter: Two Chain Snatchers, Police Constable Injured In Firing

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Two alleged chain snatchers from Uttarakhand and a police constable were injured in an exchange of fire in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The suspects, wanted for a May 25 chain-snatching incident, were apprehended after a police chase and retaliatory firing, subsequently confessing to the crime.

Twisha Sharma Death: Husband Arrested, Remanded For Questioning

Twisha Sharma Death: Husband Arrested, Remanded For Questioning

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Samarth Singh, the husband of model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma, has been arrested in connection with her death and brought to Bhopal. Police are seeking his custodial remand for questioning. Sharma was found dead at her home on May 12, with her family alleging dowry harassment.

India's U-18 Hockey Teams Gear Up For Asia Cup

India's U-18 Hockey Teams Gear Up For Asia Cup

Rediff.com28 May 2026

India's Under-18 boys and girls hockey teams, mentored by Sardar Singh and Rani Rampal, are set to compete in the Asia Cup in Kakamigahara, Japan, after intensive training and exposure matches.

Truck driver killed, cop hurt in militant attack on convoy in Manipur

Truck driver killed, cop hurt in militant attack on convoy in Manipur

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A truck driver was killed and a police constable injured in Manipur's Ukhrul district when suspected militants attacked a convoy of goods vehicles. The Chief Minister condemned the attack and vowed to restore peace.

UP Engineer Arrested For Taking Bribe

UP Engineer Arrested For Taking Bribe

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A junior engineer and a driver from the Uttar Pradesh State Construction Corporation were arrested for accepting a bribe to clear a contractor's pending payment in Meerut.

Dowry Death Case: Police Seek Cancellation Of Ex-Judge's Bail

Dowry Death Case: Police Seek Cancellation Of Ex-Judge's Bail

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Madhya Pradesh police have issued a final notice to ex-judge Giribala Singh in connection with her daughter-in-law's death, allegedly due to dowry harassment. The government has also initiated a probe into whether Singh can continue as chairperson of the consumer court.

Why WFI Allowed Vinesh Phogat To Wrestle In 53kg Trials

Why WFI Allowed Vinesh Phogat To Wrestle In 53kg Trials

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has reversed its decision and allowed Vinesh Phogat to compete in the 53kg category at the Asian Games selection trials.

Family Feud Ends In Tragedy: Teen Girl Killed By Sister-In-Law

Family Feud Ends In Tragedy: Teen Girl Killed By Sister-In-Law

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A 17-year-old girl, Jyoti Kumari, was allegedly beaten to death by her sister-in-law, Manu, during a family dispute in Nagla Chaube village, Kasganj district, Uttar Pradesh. Police have taken the accused into custody and are investigating the incident.

Auqib Nabi Dar Joins India Nets Before Afghanistan Test

Auqib Nabi Dar Joins India Nets Before Afghanistan Test

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi Dar, whose non-selection in the Indian Test squad caused controversy, has been summoned to bowl in the nets ahead of the Test against Afghanistan, along with six others.

SAFF Football: India women open campaign with emphatic win over Maldives

SAFF Football: India women open campaign with emphatic win over Maldives

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Title contenders India made an emphatic start in the SAFF Women's Football Championship as they pumped in goals for fun to notch a crushing 11-0 win over Maldives in the tournament opener in Margao on Monday.

Twisha Sharma death case: Absconding husband seeks bail

Twisha Sharma death case: Absconding husband seeks bail

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Samarth Singh, the husband of Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died due to dowry harassment, has filed a bail application in the Jabalpur High Court after his anticipatory bail was rejected by a magistrate court. Sharma was found dead at her home in Bhopal, and her family has accused her in-laws of causing her death.

How Punjab Police Busted A Cross-Border Drug Ring

How Punjab Police Busted A Cross-Border Drug Ring

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation, arresting four individuals in Ferozepur and seizing a significant quantity of heroin and cash.

Ex-Police Officer Commits Suicide At Jodhpur Home

Ex-Police Officer Commits Suicide At Jodhpur Home

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A retired Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) allegedly died by suicide at his residence in Jodhpur. The deceased officer, Dashrath Singh Charan, had retired from service nearly two years ago and had recently moved into a new house with his wife.

SC takes suo moto cognisance of Twisha Sharma case

SC takes suo moto cognisance of Twisha Sharma case

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the Twisha Sharma 'dowry' death case, citing alleged institutional bias and procedural discrepancies. The case involves the death of actor-model Twisha Sharma, who was found dead at her marital home, leading to an FIR against her husband and mother-in-law for alleged dowry harassment.

Court Orders Charges Against Jacqueline Fernandez In Money Laundering Case

Court Orders Charges Against Jacqueline Fernandez In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A Delhi court has ordered the framing of charges against actress Jacqueline Fernandez, Sukesh Chandrashekhar, and 15 others in connection with a Rs 200-crore money laundering case.

Dowry Death Accused Attempts Surrender After Bail Withdrawal

Dowry Death Accused Attempts Surrender After Bail Withdrawal

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Samarth Singh, accused in his wife's dowry death case, attempted to surrender in Jabalpur court after withdrawing his bail application. Twisha Sharma's family alleges dowry harassment and abetment to suicide.

CBI Nabs Key Suspect In Rath Murder Case In Uttar Pradesh

CBI Nabs Key Suspect In Rath Murder Case In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com21 May 2026

The CBI has arrested Naveen Kumar Singh in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an associate of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The arrest was made in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, and firearms potentially used in the murder have been recovered.

Man Arrested For Social Media Post Against Modi, Adityanath

Man Arrested For Social Media Post Against Modi, Adityanath

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested and jailed for allegedly circulating objectionable remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on social media.

IPL 2026 Dream XI: Sooryavanshi Opener; Patidar Captain

IPL 2026 Dream XI: Sooryavanshi Opener; Patidar Captain

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the limelight in his first full season of IPL with some dazzling performances for the Rajasthan Royals.

Ashish Purti's hat-trick powers India to men's Under-18 Asia Cup hockey crown

Ashish Purti's hat-trick powers India to men's Under-18 Asia Cup hockey crown

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

India's men's Under-18 hockey team defeated hosts Japan 4-1 in the final to win the Asia Cup title, with Ashish Purti scoring a hat-trick. Captain Ketan Kushwaha also scored, while Hockey India announced cash awards for the gold-winning men's team and the bronze-winning women's U-18 team.

Yuvraj Singh On Why Cricketers Should Play Golf From Early Age

Yuvraj Singh On Why Cricketers Should Play Golf From Early Age

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh encourages cricketers to play golf from a young age to alleviate stress and enhance their primary sport, highlighting its accessibility and benefits.

Focus on your studies: Pradhan to NEET aspirants amid row

Focus on your studies: Pradhan to NEET aspirants amid row

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

After reviewing the preparations at the headquarters of the National Testing Agency (NTA), Pradhan said meetings have been held under the Cabinet secretary, and all the states have been asked to cooperate.

UP Minister's Nephew Allegedly Involved In Police Station Ruckus Over Illegal Mining

UP Minister's Nephew Allegedly Involved In Police Station Ruckus Over Illegal Mining

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A group, including the nephew of a Uttar Pradesh Cabinet minister, allegedly caused a disturbance at a Mathura police station following a raid on an illegal mining operation. Police seized a JCB machine and tractor-trolleys, leading to an FIR for obstructing official duties and illegal mining, though the minister's nephew is not yet named. The minister's nephew denies the allegations, claiming the excavation was for an Amrit Sarovar project.

Twisha's mother-in-law says police haven't contacted her yet

Twisha's mother-in-law says police haven't contacted her yet

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Former judge Giribala Singh, booked in connection with her daughter-in-law's death allegedly due to dowry harassment, claims Bhopal Police have not contacted her for her statement. This comes after the Madhya Pradesh High Court issued a notice to Singh regarding her anticipatory bail and the police issued a final notice for her to record her statement.

Bihar Implements UP-Style Encounters

Bihar Implements UP-Style Encounters

Rediff.com26 May 2026

Six police encounter in five days in Bihar, the first such action to deal with criminals in decades.

Govt may rope in IAF to transport NEET-UG retest papers on June 21

Govt may rope in IAF to transport NEET-UG retest papers on June 21

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The government is considering using the Indian Air Force to transport NEET-UG papers to ensure a secure retest on June 21, following allegations of malpractices in the original exam.

Punjab ASI Shot Dead By Unidentified Assailants In Amritsar

Punjab ASI Shot Dead By Unidentified Assailants In Amritsar

Rediff.com24 May 2026

An assistant sub-inspector of Punjab Police was shot dead by two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants near Hamja village in Amritsar. The officer, Joga Singh, was found with a gunshot wound near the Fatehgarh Churian-Majithia road. Police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage to identify the attackers.

BJP Appoints Archana Gupta As Haryana Unit President

BJP Appoints Archana Gupta As Haryana Unit President

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The BJP appointed Archana Gupta as the president of its Haryana unit, making her the second woman to hold the position in over four decades. Gupta, a doctor and state general secretary, succeeds Mohan Lal Badoli and aims to strengthen the party and increase women's participation.

Amritpal Singh's Absence Nears Limit: Court Reserves Order

Amritpal Singh's Absence Nears Limit: Court Reserves Order

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Punjab and Haryana High Court is considering a plea regarding incarcerated MP Amritpal Singh's absence from Parliament, which has reached 59 sittings. The court has been informed that Singh can apply for condoning his absence, as continuous absence for 60 sittings could lead to his seat being declared vacant.

Haryana Government Pledges To Fulfil Promises To Dhanak Community

Haryana Government Pledges To Fulfil Promises To Dhanak Community

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini affirmed the government's commitment to fulfilling its promises to the Dhanak community by 2029, highlighting welfare measures and initiatives already undertaken.

Court Rejects CBI Custody Plea In West Bengal Murder Case

Court Rejects CBI Custody Plea In West Bengal Murder Case

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A local court in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has rejected a plea by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) seeking custody of firearms recovered from a man arrested in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an associate of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

BJP Member Murdered In Jaipur; Probe Launched

BJP Member Murdered In Jaipur; Probe Launched

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A BJP member and scrap dealer was allegedly murdered in his godown in Jaipur. Police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage.