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Ankit Balyan murder: Wife threatens self-immolation if killers not held

Ankit Balyan murder: Wife threatens self-immolation if killers not held

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

The wife of slain Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan on Friday threatened to self-immolate if the police fail to arrest her husband's killers within four days.

I'm Game Review: Squanders Killer Premise

I'm Game Review: Squanders Killer Premise

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

I'm Game starts with a wickedly fun possessed-hand premise and plenty of style, only to lose its grip in a predictable second half.

Anti-drug activist murder: Medical shop owner arrested

Anti-drug activist murder: Medical shop owner arrested

Rediff.com3 days ago

The alleged killer of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Punjab's Mansa district has been arrested from Rajasthan. Jhota was murdered on Tuesday after confronting the accused, a medical store owner, for allegedly selling drugs. The incident, captured on Facebook Live, led to widespread condemnation and protests against the state government.

Two children among 9 killed in Pennsylvania mass shooting

Two children among 9 killed in Pennsylvania mass shooting

Rediff.com6 days ago

A mass shooting and hours-long standoff in Erie, Pennsylvania, left nine people dead, including two children. CBS News, citing local media reports, indicated that law enforcement was dispatched to Perry Street around 5 PM on Friday following witness accounts of an armed man firing shots before entering a residence.

Kanpur Police Arrest Son In Trader Murder Probe

Kanpur Police Arrest Son In Trader Murder Probe

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Police in Kanpur have arrested Subrat Manocha, son of pharmaceutical dealer Vineet Manocha, in connection with his father's murder. The arrest follows allegations by an alleged contract killer, Vishal Gautam, who claimed Subrat hired him for Rs 6 lakh to commit the crime. Investigators are verifying evidence, including call records, as Subrat denies the charges.

Key Suspects In Shiv Sena Leader Murder Remanded To Police Custody

Key Suspects In Shiv Sena Leader Murder Remanded To Police Custody

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Thane court has extended the police custody of Subhash Shinde, the first arrested accused in the murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar, and sent two recently apprehended suspects from Uttar Pradesh, Santosh Kanojia and Amit Singh, to seven-day police remand. The Special Investigation Team is probing the funding for the suspects' stay in UP and the broader conspiracy behind the "calculated and meticulously planned" September 29 murder.

Jailer 2: Meet The New Players

Jailer 2: Meet The New Players

Rediff.com3 days ago

From Mithun Chakraborty and Vidya Balan to S J Suryah and Hrithik Roshan, Jailer 2 boasts an eclectic new cast. Here's a look at the fresh faces joining Rajinikanth's Tiger Muthuvel Pandian and the films you know them from.

Tom Cruise's 10 Best Movies

Tom Cruise's 10 Best Movies

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Looking at the best Tom Cruise films outside the Mission: Impossible franchise that proves just how versatile the superstar can be.

VisionQuest Review: Artificial Emotions

VisionQuest Review: Artificial Emotions

Rediff.com3 days ago

Paul Bettany and James Spader bring plenty of personality to VisionQuest, but the Marvel's latest series struggles to find the emotional soul its story needs.

How A Wanted Contract Killer Met His End In Ayodhya

How A Wanted Contract Killer Met His End In Ayodhya

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A wanted contract killer, Bhanu Pratap Singh, who had over 40 cases against him and carried a reward of Rs 1 lakh, died after being injured in a police encounter with the Special Task Force (STF) in Ayodhya. He succumbed to his injuries at Medical College, Ayodhya.

Showbiz Will Miss The Sound Of Nana Patekar's Irritation

Showbiz Will Miss The Sound Of Nana Patekar's Irritation

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Never a crowd pleaser in the conventional sense, Nana Patekar's knack for not mincing words, if anything his brusque, take it-or-leave it persona -- which made his eccentricity a guilty pleasure of sorts -- contributed to his eminence, observes Sukanya Verma.

Suvendu Adhikari Accuses 'Bhaipo Gang' In Chandranath Rath Murder Case

Suvendu Adhikari Accuses 'Bhaipo Gang' In Chandranath Rath Murder Case

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has accused the "bhaipo gang," allegedly linked to TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee, of involvement in the murder of his personal assistant, Chandranath Rath. The allegations come as Rath's mother, Hasirani Rath, was nominated by the BJP for the Nandigram by-election. Adhikari claimed Rs 2 crore was spent on the murder and that the CBI investigation is progressing, with phone records and a money courier identified.

Police Investigate Murder Of Elderly Man In Kannauj

Police Investigate Murder Of Elderly Man In Kannauj

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

A 62-year-old man, Pravesh Dubey, was found murdered in his home in Behrin village, Kannauj. Police are investigating the incident, working to identify the killers and determine the motive.

The Many Shades Of Nana Patekar

The Many Shades Of Nana Patekar

Rediff.com7 days ago

From angry young men and ruthless gangsters to comic dons and broken patriarchs, Nana Patekar made almost every shade of a character his own.

Pune Murder Plot: Fiancee Used Online Research To Kill Realtor

Pune Murder Plot: Fiancee Used Online Research To Kill Realtor

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

A chargesheet filed by Pune Rural police reveals how Siya Goyal and her alleged lover Chetan Chaudhary meticulously planned the murder of realtor Ketan Agarwal. The accused reportedly researched online about past deaths at Lohagad Fort and methods to conceal evidence, including studying a 2025 death at the same location, to make Agarwal's murder appear accidental.

Dhoomakethu Review: Fun But Flawed Comedy

Dhoomakethu Review: Fun But Flawed Comedy

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Dhoomakethu has a fun time-loop premise, a game Sajin Gopu and some genuinely funny moments, but runs out of steam long before Kuttan can break free.

'Psycho killer' poisons 8 men with borax powder, attends their funeral

'Psycho killer' poisons 8 men with borax powder, attends their funeral

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

A 46-year-old shopkeeper, Ram Sahay Jaiswal, has been arrested in Chhattisgarh's Balodabazar district for allegedly poisoning eight men with borax powder over four months, driven by revenge and grudges.

Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai Review: Muddled Fantasy

Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai Review: Muddled Fantasy

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai has the makings of a fascinating existential fable, but Ram's surreal experiment gets lost in its own muddled storytelling.

Man Accused Of Wife's Murder Hacked To Death By Brother-In-Law

Man Accused Of Wife's Murder Hacked To Death By Brother-In-Law

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

A 25-year-old man, C Haribabu, accused of murdering his pregnant wife, was hacked to death in Nizamabad, Telangana, allegedly by his brother-in-law. Haribabu was out on bail for his wife's murder, which police said involved strangulation and stabbing, and dowry harassment allegations. The brother-in-law reportedly confessed in a social media video, seeking public support for a lighter sentence.

Mammootty@75: His 10 Best Detective Dramas

Mammootty@75: His 10 Best Detective Dramas

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

From Yavanika to The Truth, these 10 Mammootty films prove that the superstar has always had a nose for gripping mysteries and unforgettable investigators.

Mumbai Man Beaten To Death By Friend Over Clothes Dispute

Mumbai Man Beaten To Death By Friend Over Clothes Dispute

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

A 26-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by his friend in Goregaon, Mumbai, following an argument over the victim using the friend's clothes and personal belongings without permission. The accused has been charged with murder, and police are searching for him.

Rejected Dara Singh's remission plea: Odisha govt tells SC

Rejected Dara Singh's remission plea: Odisha govt tells SC

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

The Odisha government has rejected the remission plea of Ravindra Pal alias Dara Singh, who is serving a life sentence for the 1999 murder of Australian missionary Graham Stuart Staines and his two minor sons. The Supreme Court has granted Singh's counsel two weeks to challenge this decision. Singh, 63, has been in jail for over 25 years and sought premature release, claiming repentance for his actions.

Meet Acer's Predator Gaming Laptop

Meet Acer's Predator Gaming Laptop

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Slim, powerful and built for serious gaming, Acer's Predator Helios Neo 16S AI packs high-end hardware into a remarkably sleek chassis.

Haiwaan Trailer: Akshay Kumar Goes Psycho

Haiwaan Trailer: Akshay Kumar Goes Psycho

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan reunite in Priyadarshan's dark thriller Haiwaan where Kumar portrays a psychopathic villain and Khan a visually impaired hero.

AirTag, duplicate key: Stalker kills Indian-origin woman in US

AirTag, duplicate key: Stalker kills Indian-origin woman in US

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

An Indian-origin woman, Shalini Thakur, was shot dead in California by Rohit, an undocumented immigrant from India, who had allegedly stalked her for months. Rohit later died by suicide after a police standoff. Thakur had previously reported the stalking and obtained a restraining order.

When Bhagat Singh Wrote About Love

When Bhagat Singh Wrote About Love

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Did love make Bhagat Singh a weaker revolutionary? In a heated argument once, Sukhdev accused him of allowing his fascination with a woman to come in the way of revolutionary duty. Bhagat Singh's answer, in a letter days later, was a defence of love as a revolutionary's strength, not a weakness. On Bhagat Singh's 119th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra looks at the friendship, arguments and ideas that bound him and Sukhdev together.

Celebrating Bollywood's Fierce Female Cops

Celebrating Bollywood's Fierce Female Cops

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

From Kareena Kapoor Khan's 'cop who wears lipstick' in Daayra to Rani Mukerji's relentless Shivani Shivaji Rao in the Mardaani series, Bollywood has seen a rise in powerful and nuanced portrayals of female police officers tackling brutal crimes and societal challenges.

The Very Best Of Kunal Kemmu

The Very Best Of Kunal Kemmu

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

From a scene-stealing child actor to a cult-comedy favourite and a director in his own right, Kunal Kemmu has delivered plenty of memorable turns across three decades.

Outrage In Gonda Over Trader's Murder, Protesters Seek Justice And Police Accountability

Outrage In Gonda Over Trader's Murder, Protesters Seek Justice And Police Accountability

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Following the murder of a trader in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, after a social media dispute, widespread protests have erupted. Demonstrators, led by Uttar Pradesh minister Sanjay Nishad, are demanding the death penalty for the accused, compensation for the victim's family, and action against negligent police personnel, three of whom have already been suspended.

Rajinikanth's Killer Look In Dharman!

Rajinikanth's Killer Look In Dharman!

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

The latest Dharman poster hints that the superstar is playing a doctor.

Before Haiwaan, Akshay Kumar's 'Bad Boy' Roles, Ranked

Before Haiwaan, Akshay Kumar's 'Bad Boy' Roles, Ranked

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

From Ajnabee to 2.0, Akshay Kumar has had plenty of fun playing the bad guy, but which of his villainous turns is truly khatarnaak?

Take a decision: SC raps Odisha over Dara Singh's remission plea

Take a decision: SC raps Odisha over Dara Singh's remission plea

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has expressed strong displeasure with the Odisha government for delaying a decision on the remission plea of Ravindra Pal alias Dara Singh, who is serving a life sentence for the 1999 murder of Australian missionary Graham Stuart Staines and his two sons. The court has directed the state to make a decision by September 17, warning of summoning officials if the delay persists. Singh, incarcerated for over 26 years, seeks premature release based on his time served and a 2022 state policy.

Taapsee Or Hrithik: Who Nailed The 'Blind' Act?

Taapsee Or Hrithik: Who Nailed The 'Blind' Act?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

From forgettable turns to award-worthy performances, these actors have brought visually impaired characters to life on screen in the last decade.

Did supari killers carry out hit on Suvendu's PA?

Did supari killers carry out hit on Suvendu's PA?

Rediff.com7 May 2026

West Bengal Police are investigating the murder of a close aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, Chandranath Rath, who was shot dead in North 24 Parganas district. The police are examining CCTV footage, have formed multiple teams to trace the assailants, and are probing whether contract killers were involved.

It's Time To Replace Gambhir As Test Coach

It's Time To Replace Gambhir As Test Coach

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

India have never looked so vulnerable in Test cricket in recent times. They need a complete reset of their approach to Test cricket, and perhaps a new coach with fresh ideas could revitalise Shubman Gill and his boys.

OTT Releases: Alpha, Bandar, I, Nobody

OTT Releases: Alpha, Bandar, I, Nobody

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Enjoy Alia-Sharvari's fighter fervour, back to back Bobby Deol and tons more on OTT this week.

Mammootty@75: His Top 10 Masala Potboilers

Mammootty@75: His Top 10 Masala Potboilers

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

We celebrate Mammootty's 75th birthday by revisiting blockbusters that shaped his superstar image without compromising his brilliance as an actor.

Batwara 1947's Kanikka Kapoor Is A Pretty Kudi

Batwara 1947's Kanikka Kapoor Is A Pretty Kudi

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Even before Batwara 1947 hit theatres, Kanikka Kapoor had everyone doing a double take thanks to her uncanny resemblance to Kiara Advani. But beyond the comparisons, she's carving out a style identity of her own.

Ankit Baliyan Murder: Police probe Gogi gang's involvement

Ankit Baliyan Murder: Police probe Gogi gang's involvement

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan was shot dead in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh. Police, including the UPSTF, are actively investigating, tracing the assailants to Haryana using CCTV footage. A gang has claimed responsibility, and the incident has sparked protests and political criticism over the state's law and order situation.

Babita Singh Reporting Review: Cop Movie With A Difference

Babita Singh Reporting Review: Cop Movie With A Difference

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Babita Singh Reporting goes past the messy homes and humming markets to reflect the daredevilry of a protagonist coming into her own. What ensues is a raw and thrilling marriage of momentum and meltdown across awkward inquiries made within junkie hideouts, suspicious relatives, battered classmates and Ravan's effigy, applauds Sukanya Verma.