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SC Fines Centre for Challenging CISF Official's Dismissal

SC Fines Centre for Challenging CISF Official's Dismissal

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The Supreme Court has criticised the central government for engaging in unnecessary litigation, imposing a fine for challenging a High Court order regarding the dismissal of a CISF official.

Budget Session may be extended to increase Lok Sabha seats to 816

Budget Session may be extended to increase Lok Sabha seats to 816

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Indian Parliament is expected to extend its budget session to introduce a bill increasing Lok Sabha seats to 816, reserving 273 for women, and amending the women's reservation law.

Elon Musk joined Trump-Modi phone call on Gulf War: Report

Elon Musk joined Trump-Modi phone call on Gulf War: Report

Rediff.com4 days ago

Elon Musk reportedly participated in a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the Iran crisis, raising questions about his involvement in diplomatic discussions.

Udupi Police Crack Down on Cricket Betting Racket After Near-Fatal Encounters

Udupi Police Crack Down on Cricket Betting Racket After Near-Fatal Encounters

Rediff.com3 days ago

Five individuals have been arrested in Udupi, Karnataka, for allegedly attempting to run over police officers and for their suspected involvement in an organised cricket betting racket. The arrests followed two separate incidents in Karkala and Shirva.

Panchkula Civic Body Detects Major Discrepancies in Fixed Deposits

Panchkula Civic Body Detects Major Discrepancies in Fixed Deposits

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Panchkula Municipal Corporation has reported discrepancies in its Fixed Deposit Receipts (FDRs) with a private bank, amounting to approximately 150 crore. The matter has been reported to the State Vigilance for further investigation.

Odisha Police Visit BJD MLA's Residence Amidst Husband's Threat Allegations

Odisha Police Visit BJD MLA's Residence Amidst Husband's Threat Allegations

Rediff.com3 days ago

Odisha Police visited the residence of BJD MLA Manorama Mohanty in connection with a case against her husband for allegedly threatening a tehsildar. The MLA alleges political vendetta and misconduct by the police, while the BJP calls for due process.

Ex-Professor's Bomb Threat Spree Driven by Fury at Legal System

Ex-Professor's Bomb Threat Spree Driven by Fury at Legal System

Rediff.com1 days ago

An ex-assistant professor, Srinivas Louis, has been arrested for allegedly making over 1,100 hoax bomb threats across India and Pakistan. Police investigations revealed that Louis was motivated by resentment towards the legal system due to a family land dispute.

Should Karnataka Students Clean Schools? Assembly Debates Hygiene vs. Child Rights

Should Karnataka Students Clean Schools? Assembly Debates Hygiene vs. Child Rights

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Karnataka Legislative Assembly debated whether students should be encouraged to clean school premises to improve their hygiene habits, raising questions about child rights and skill development.

UP Court Sentences Five to Life in 2001 Dalit Murder Case

UP Court Sentences Five to Life in 2001 Dalit Murder Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

A court in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced five individuals to life imprisonment for the murder of a Dalit man in 2001. The verdict was delivered after the court found the accused guilty based on presented evidence.

458 Prisoners Benefit from Centre's 'Support to Poor Prisoners' Scheme

458 Prisoners Benefit from Centre's 'Support to Poor Prisoners' Scheme

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Centre's 'Support to Poor Prisoners' scheme has aided 458 prisoners unable to pay fines or secure bail. The scheme, launched in 2023, aims to provide financial assistance to those facing financial constraints.

LPG Ships Clear Hormuz, India Supply Stable

LPG Ships Clear Hormuz, India Supply Stable

Rediff.com2 days ago

18 Indian-flagged vessels with 485 Indian seafarers still remain in the western Persian Gulf region

Sensex jumps 944 points on value-buying in oil, auto, banking stocks

Sensex jumps 944 points on value-buying in oil, auto, banking stocks

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Bharat Electronics, Reliance Industries, Mahindra & Mahindra, Larsen & Toubro, InterGlobe Aviation, ICICI Bank and UltraTech Cement were among the other major gainers. Axis Bank, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, Trent and Titan were the laggards.

Gulf War: Modi to assess impact on India's critical supplies

Gulf War: Modi to assess impact on India's critical supplies

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will review the impact of the West Asia conflict on India's food, energy, and fuel security with senior cabinet ministers. The meeting follows previous discussions and concerns raised about global energy crises and supply chain disruptions.

Skip budget debate, face action, Maha Speaker warns bureaucrats

Skip budget debate, face action, Maha Speaker warns bureaucrats

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar warned senior bureaucrats against skipping important discussions in the House, especially debates on the state budget, emphasising the importance of their presence for providing administrative inputs to ministers.

Iran's football team trains in Turkey ahead of FIFA World Cup warm-ups

Iran's football team trains in Turkey ahead of FIFA World Cup warm-ups

Rediff.com6 days ago

Iran's national football team is training in Turkey for upcoming friendlies as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup, facing heightened attention due to geopolitical tensions.

Cyber Fraud Cases Surge in Himachal Pradesh: What's Being Done?

Cyber Fraud Cases Surge in Himachal Pradesh: What's Being Done?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Himachal Pradesh is experiencing a significant increase in cyber fraud cases, with hundreds of cases registered and substantial financial losses reported. The state government is taking measures to combat this rise, including establishing cyber help desks and providing specialised training to officers.

Iran bans teams from hostile nations, FIFA World Cup at risk

Iran bans teams from hostile nations, FIFA World Cup at risk

Rediff.com5 days ago

Iran has banned national and club sports teams from travelling to countries it considers hostile, citing concerns over the safety of its athletes.

Situation under control, energy security stable: Centre on West Asia crisis

Situation under control, energy security stable: Centre on West Asia crisis

Rediff.com6 days ago

There is no cause for concern, as the overall situation arising out of the crisis is firmly under control, the Centre informed while briefing political parties at the all-party meet.

Iran drop star striker Azmoun before World Cup warm-ups

Iran drop star striker Azmoun before World Cup warm-ups

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Iran striker Sardar Azmoun has been left out of the squad for World Cup warm-ups amid reports of expulsion over alleged disloyalty, sparking controversy.

Canada Police: No clandestine activities linked to India

Canada Police: No clandestine activities linked to India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Canada's police chief states there is no current evidence of clandestine activities or transnational repression linked to the Indian government within Canada, amidst improving diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Kerala Teacher's Death Sparks Suicide Claims Amidst Election Duty Stress

Kerala Teacher's Death Sparks Suicide Claims Amidst Election Duty Stress

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A Booth Level Officer (BLO) in Kasaragod, Kerala, was found dead in a river, prompting his family to allege suicide due to excessive work pressure related to election duties. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

SC Fines Centre for Challenging CISF Official's Dismissal

SC Fines Centre for Challenging CISF Official's Dismissal

Rediff.com3 hours ago

The Supreme Court has criticised the central government for engaging in unnecessary litigation, imposing a fine for challenging a High Court order regarding the dismissal of a CISF official.

Himanta Biswa Sarma Puts Assam First, Will Eye Delhi Later

Himanta Biswa Sarma Puts Assam First, Will Eye Delhi Later

Rediff.com5 days ago

'If I leave now, those whom I've acted against will regroup. Let me complete what I have started -- I will do that in the next five years.'

India's first-ever digital Census kicks off today

India's first-ever digital Census kicks off today

Rediff.com8 hours ago

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.

Delhi Man Dies After Being Run Over by Excavator; Family Alleges Negligence

Delhi Man Dies After Being Run Over by Excavator; Family Alleges Negligence

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 27-year-old man was killed after being run over by an excavator in Delhi's Shakurpur area. The driver has been arrested, and the family alleges negligence.

Why RCB Players Wore Black Armbands During IPL 2026 Opener

Why RCB Players Wore Black Armbands During IPL 2026 Opener

Rediff.com4 days ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will honour the memory of fans who tragically lost their lives during celebrations outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium last year. In their IPL 2026 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday, the players will wear black armbands as a mark of respect.

Why India Doesn't Track Hate Speech Against Northeast Citizens

Why India Doesn't Track Hate Speech Against Northeast Citizens

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Indian government has stated that it does not maintain centralised data on incidents of hate speech, racial slurs, harassment, and discrimination against people from the Northeast, emphasising that policing and public order are the responsibility of state governments.

BJP Criticises Jharkhand Govt Over Minor Girl's Murder in Hazaribagh

BJP Criticises Jharkhand Govt Over Minor Girl's Murder in Hazaribagh

Rediff.com4 days ago

The BJP has launched a strong attack on the Jharkhand government following the murder of a minor girl in Hazaribagh, demanding swift action and compensation for the victim's family. The Congress party has also expressed concern over the incident and called for the immediate arrest of the culprits.

Maharashtra Opposition Alleges Deteriorating Law and Order, Farmer Neglect

Maharashtra Opposition Alleges Deteriorating Law and Order, Farmer Neglect

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Congress Legislature Party leader in Maharashtra raises concerns about law and order due to missing girls and the impact of unseasonal rains on farmers, criticising the government's response.

Pakistan Attempts to Broker Peace in West Asia with High-Level Summit

Pakistan Attempts to Broker Peace in West Asia with High-Level Summit

Rediff.com3 days ago

Foreign Ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkiye convene in Pakistan for a summit aimed at de-escalating the ongoing conflict in West Asia, with Pakistan actively seeking to broker peace through dialogue and diplomacy.

No IPL in Bangladesh! JioStar terminates broadcast deal

No IPL in Bangladesh! JioStar terminates broadcast deal

Rediff.com2 days ago

JioStar has terminated its broadcast deals in Bangladesh for IPL 2026, saying its local partner defaulted on payments.

Road Rage Incident Turns Fatal: Retired Brigadier Killed in Dehradun Crossfire

Road Rage Incident Turns Fatal: Retired Brigadier Killed in Dehradun Crossfire

Rediff.com2 days ago

A retired Army brigadier was killed in Dehradun after being caught in crossfire during a road rage incident between two vehicles. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the suspects.

Exam Cheating Ring Busted in Uttar Pradesh: How Fake Disability Certificates Were Used

Exam Cheating Ring Busted in Uttar Pradesh: How Fake Disability Certificates Were Used

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has dismantled a gang involved in facilitating cheating in competitive exams by using forged disability certificates and arranging illegal scribes.

MP Student Attempts Suicide After Molestation Complaint Ignored

MP Student Attempts Suicide After Molestation Complaint Ignored

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 21-year-old college student in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly attempted suicide after claiming that no action was taken against a professor she accused of molesting her. The student alleges the college principal ignored her complaint, leading to her distress and suicide attempt.

Annpurna Devi calls for swift action in Hazaribagh rape and murder case

Annpurna Devi calls for swift action in Hazaribagh rape and murder case

Rediff.com2 days ago

Union Minister Annpurna Devi has condemned the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Jharkhand and called for immediate arrests and strict punishment for the perpetrators. She also criticised the state government's response.

Moscow Expresses Concern Over Possible US Control of Bagram Airbase Amid Tensions

Moscow Expresses Concern Over Possible US Control of Bagram Airbase Amid Tensions

Rediff.com3 days ago

A senior Russian diplomat has expressed apprehension over the possibility of the US attempting to regain control of the Bagram airbase in Afghanistan, amidst escalating military tensions in the region.

New Income-Tax Act 2025: What Changes From April 1?

New Income-Tax Act 2025: What Changes From April 1?

Rediff.com1 days ago

A key mistake would be continuing to rely on provisions of the Income-Tax Act, 1961, where the new law now applies, and vice versa.

Haryana Inmate Assaults Prisoner with Hot Oil, Injuring Eye

Haryana Inmate Assaults Prisoner with Hot Oil, Injuring Eye

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

An inmate in Neemka jail, Haryana, threw hot oil on another prisoner, causing severe burns and eye damage. The incident follows a recent murder in the same jail, raising concerns about security.

IRGC threatens to destroy offices of 18 US tech giants from Apr 1

IRGC threatens to destroy offices of 18 US tech giants from Apr 1

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has issued a chilling ultimatum to 18 major American corporations, warning that their regional infrastructure will be targeted following allegations of their involvement in hostile operations.

Diego Maradona's childhood house transformed into soup kitchen

Diego Maradona's childhood house transformed into soup kitchen

Rediff.com1 days ago

Every week, hundreds of people line up to fill a plastic container with food in an unlikely place: the humble home where Argentine soccer legend Diego Armando Maradona was born.