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Delhi Police Busts Rs 30 Crore Cyber Fraud Network In Greater Noida

Delhi Police Busts Rs 30 Crore Cyber Fraud Network In Greater Noida

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have busted a cyber fraud network in Greater Noida, arresting seven individuals involved in supplying bank accounts opened through fake firms to cybercriminals. The network facilitated over Rs 30 crore in credit transactions and is linked to 27 cyber fraud complaints across various states. The investigation began after a Delhi University student was defrauded of Rs 6,450.

Only second player! Paras Dogra reaches Ranji milestone

Only second player! Paras Dogra reaches Ranji milestone

Rediff.com1 days ago

Veteran batter Paras Dogra has become only the second player to feature in 150 Ranji Trophy matches, joining Wasim Jaffer. Dogra achieved this milestone during his side's match against Baroda on Monday. He has been a prolific run-scorer in domestic cricket, also having played in the IPL.

IIT Guwahati Uncovers Plant Drought Survival Secrets

IIT Guwahati Uncovers Plant Drought Survival Secrets

Rediff.com1 days ago

Researchers at IIT Guwahati have conducted a study on how plants' internal plumbing systems respond to drought conditions. Their findings, published in "Applied Physics Reviews journal," reveal that plants narrow their microtubes and pits during water shortages to conserve water and maintain internal balance, offering crucial insights for developing drought-tolerant crops.

Gardner Opens Up After Marriage Breakdown, Thanks Teammates For Support

Gardner Opens Up After Marriage Breakdown, Thanks Teammates For Support

Rediff.com1 days ago

Australia vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner has revealed that cricket has been a "fantastic escape" during a challenging period in her personal life, following the breakdown of her marriage and subsequent scrutiny over her relationship with teammate Georgia Voll.

Teenager Apprehended For Alleged Sexual Assault Of Toddler In UP

Teenager Apprehended For Alleged Sexual Assault Of Toddler In UP

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 16-year-old boy was apprehended in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly sexually assaulting a one-year-old toddler. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon, and the teenager was sent to a juvenile observation home on Sunday following court proceedings.

Fire erupts at North Block in Delhi; 6 fire trucks rushed

Fire erupts at North Block in Delhi; 6 fire trucks rushed

Rediff.com1 days ago

A minor fire occurred on the terrace of North Block in New Delhi on Monday, which was quickly extinguished by authorities. No casualties were reported, and internal dismantling work is suspected to be the cause.

Mourinho Warns Real Madrid: 'We Play to Win the League'

Mourinho Warns Real Madrid: 'We Play to Win the League'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jose Mourinho warns Real Madrid against complacency after their 2-1 El Clasico win over Barcelona, insisting the goal is to win LaLiga, not just at Camp Nou.

Netanyahu faces a big test as Israel votes on Tuesday

Netanyahu faces a big test as Israel votes on Tuesday

Rediff.com1 days ago

As Israel prepares for parliamentary elections on Tuesday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a critical test of his leadership amidst the fallout from the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, the ongoing Gaza war, and significant domestic challenges.

Satellite data, Google Trends can estimate state economic growth: RBI report

Satellite data, Google Trends can estimate state economic growth: RBI report

Rediff.com1 days ago

A report in the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) monthly bulletin suggests that satellite-based night-time lights data and Google search trends can significantly improve quarterly economic growth estimates for Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, reducing errors by up to 62 per cent.

Why There Is Unrest In Arunachal Pradesh

Why There Is Unrest In Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indigenous communities fear that a large reservoir could submerge ancestral land and settlements, disrupt traditional livelihoods and damage forests, wildlife habitats and river ecosystems in a seismically active Himalayan region.

Bengaluru Customs Seize Hydroponic Ganja From Bangkok Passenger

Bengaluru Customs Seize Hydroponic Ganja From Bangkok Passenger

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bengaluru Customs officials arrested a passenger arriving from Bangkok at Kempegowda International Airport after seizing 500 grams of hydroponic ganja, valued at Rs 17.50 lakh, concealed in their shoes. The arrest was made on October 23 under the NDPS Act.

Punjab Firing: Two Killed, Opposition Alleges Law And Order Collapse

Punjab Firing: Two Killed, Opposition Alleges Law And Order Collapse

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two individuals were killed and three injured in a firing incident in Moga, Punjab, on Sunday evening. Police suspect old enmity as the motive and have arrested five people in connection with the case, though the assailants remain at large. The incident has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties, who allege a complete collapse of law and order under the current state government.

Shriram Finance targets Rs 20,000 crore gold loan portfolio, significant EV financing expansion

Shriram Finance targets Rs 20,000 crore gold loan portfolio, significant EV financing expansion

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shriram Finance, a leading Indian NBFC, is aggressively expanding its gold loan and electric vehicle (EV) financing segments, targeting a Rs 20,000 crore gold loan portfolio within two years and expecting significant growth in EV disbursements.

Padikkal's 199 makes strong case for India Test No 3

Padikkal's 199 makes strong case for India Test No 3

Rediff.com1 days ago

Devdutt Padikkal made a strong case for the No. 3 spot in India's Test team with a superb 199 as India A fought back from a disastrous start to post 488 for 8 in their second innings against New Zealand A in the first unofficial Test on Monday.

Shilpa Shetty, Mrunal Lead Bollywood's Diwali Parties

Shilpa Shetty, Mrunal Lead Bollywood's Diwali Parties

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bollywood's biggest stars have already begun their Diwali celebrations, dazzling in traditional wear at the IBTIDA Ek Mehfil Diwali Party, setting a glamorous tone for the upcoming festival.

No SKY, Brook or Iyer! Pujara's ODI World XI

No SKY, Brook or Iyer! Pujara's ODI World XI

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has unveiled his current ODI World XI, notably omitting Suryakumar Yadav and Harry Brook, while naming Rohit Sharma as captain. His selection features a mix of players from India, England, South Africa, New Zealand, and the West Indies, ahead of the India-New Zealand ODI series.

India Has 160 Airports, But Where Are Passengers?

India Has 160 Airports, But Where Are Passengers?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two-thirds of India's 160 airports, approximately 120, have very low utilisation rates, with only 40 operating at 70-80 per cent capacity.

Nitish Reddy's all-round heroics key to India's T20I series lead

Nitish Reddy's all-round heroics key to India's T20I series lead

Rediff.com1 days ago

Nitish Kumar Reddy's crucial late burst with the bat and an important wicket with the ball helped India secure a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand, moving them 2-0 ahead in the five-match T20I series and strengthening his credentials as a pace-bowling all-rounder.

Varanasi's Grand IAF Air Show Over Ganga

Varanasi's Grand IAF Air Show Over Ganga

Rediff.com1 days ago

Glimpses of the Indian Air Force's spectacular aerial display over the Ganga in Varanasi.

Khushi Kapoor's HAWT Diwali Look

Khushi Kapoor's HAWT Diwali Look

Rediff.com1 days ago

Diwali parties are basically fashion week with better lighting, and Valentino's Mumbai celebration gave the guest list another reason to dress up.

Kriti Sanon Shows Us How To Be A Bride In Black

Kriti Sanon Shows Us How To Be A Bride In Black

Rediff.com1 days ago

Who says festive glamour has to come in shades of red, pink and gold? Kriti Sanon made a strong case for going dark as she closed Abhinav Mishra's couture showcase, Into The Wild 2026, under the stars in Chattarpur, Delhi.

When Can Home Loan EMIs Pause?

When Can Home Loan EMIs Pause?

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Borrowers may stop EMIs if the loan or tripartite agreement expressly permits suspension, including where disbursements or repayments are linked to specified construction milestones.'

Bhuvneshwar under pressure as India eye series win in New Zealand

Bhuvneshwar under pressure as India eye series win in New Zealand

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian cricket team is set to face New Zealand in the third T20 International on Tuesday, aiming for a series-clinching victory. The match, held in Wellington, will test India's bowling attack, particularly Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and the team's ability to handle challenging conditions and a resilient New Zealand side.

Ashwin dismisses Rohit Sharma's IPL retirement talk, backs Naman Dhir for MI captaincy

Ashwin dismisses Rohit Sharma's IPL retirement talk, backs Naman Dhir for MI captaincy

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has dismissed speculation about Rohit Sharma's imminent IPL retirement, drawing parallels with MS Dhoni's longevity, and also backed Naman Dhir as a potential future captain for Mumbai Indians.

Three Killed In Lucknow Over Car Parking Dispute

Three Killed In Lucknow Over Car Parking Dispute

Rediff.com1 days ago

Three members of a family were killed in Lucknow's Saadatganj area on Monday after a man allegedly opened fire during a dispute over car parking. The accused has been detained, and an FIR has been registered against eight individuals.

Carrick's Manchester United future in doubt after Bournemouth thrashing

Carrick's Manchester United future in doubt after Bournemouth thrashing

Rediff.com1 days ago

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick's future is in serious doubt following a humiliating 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth, extending the club's winless streak to eight games across all competitions and leaving them just one point above the Premier League relegation zone.

Baking Bread With Your Daughter-In-Law

Baking Bread With Your Daughter-In-Law

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sourdough bread, which is both yummier and healthier than regular bread, tastes far the best when baked at home.

Police Investigate Alleged Rape Of Teen Girl In Patna Guest House

Police Investigate Alleged Rape Of Teen Girl In Patna Guest House

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Patna are investigating the alleged rape of a 17-year-old girl at a guest house in Danapur. The incident occurred on Sunday, and a special investigation team has been formed to apprehend the accused.

'Every Test Feels Like a Final': Carey on Australia's WTC Stakes

'Every Test Feels Like a Final': Carey on Australia's WTC Stakes

Rediff.com1 days ago

Alex Carey says Australia must focus on preparation ahead of the South Africa Test, with their No. 1 ranking and World Test Championship hopes at stake.

'Thank God Ram didn't hit...': UP CEO's jibe in voter slip row

'Thank God Ram didn't hit...': UP CEO's jibe in voter slip row

Rediff.com1 days ago

Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa has responded to allegations of caste bias regarding erroneous voter slips, stating that computers and software are not inherently casteist. The controversy arose after an AAP MP highlighted a voter slip where "Ramhit Yadav" was translated to "Ram ne Yadav ko Maara." Rinwa explained that the software, designed for transliteration, sometimes incorrectly translated names, causing these errors. Authorities are investigating the issue and taking steps to prevent recurrence, while also cautioning against the circulation of forged voter slips.

Tragic End To Tesu-Jhanjhiya Event: Farmer Shot Dead

Tragic End To Tesu-Jhanjhiya Event: Farmer Shot Dead

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 60-year-old farmer, Ramkhelawan alias Suwalal, was killed in alleged celebratory firing during a traditional Tesu-Jhanjhiya event in a Kanpur village on Monday. Police have arrested Guddu Singh, 28, who allegedly fired the fatal shot while intoxicated, and detained two other suspects. Celebratory firing is prohibited in Uttar Pradesh.

Rahul Gandhi acquitted in defamation case against Amit Shah

Rahul Gandhi acquitted in defamation case against Amit Shah

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was acquitted by a special MP-MLA court in Sultanpur on Monday in a defamation case stemming from his 2018 remarks against then BJP president Amit Shah. The court ruled that Gandhi's statement was not defamatory and the complainant, Vijay Mishra, was not an aggrieved person. Mishra's lawyer plans to challenge the verdict.

HDFC Bank braces for significant leadership transition as key executives exit

HDFC Bank braces for significant leadership transition as key executives exit

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's largest private-sector lender, HDFC Bank, is undergoing a significant leadership transition with several long-serving executives, including Deputy Managing Director Kaizad Bharucha and outgoing MD & CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan, set to depart, leaving incoming MD & CEO Anup Bagchi to oversee a major overhaul.

Deepti ends 9-year wait for ODI ton, but...

Deepti ends 9-year wait for ODI ton, but...

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma scored her second ODI hundred against Zimbabwe, ending a nine-year wait. She emphasised the importance of her match-winning 153-run partnership with Harmanpreet Kaur, who also scored a century, over her personal milestone. Deepti also spoke about her mindset during the game and her faith.

Udta Teer Enjoys Decent Opening At Box Office

Udta Teer Enjoys Decent Opening At Box Office

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ayushmann Khurrana's Udta Teer managed a decent first week at the box office, navigating a crowded release schedule where several new Hindi films struggled to find an audience.

Why New Zealand can't crack India's death bowling

Why New Zealand can't crack India's death bowling

Rediff.com1 days ago

New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell has attributed India's 2-0 lead in the ongoing T20I series to their exceptional death bowling. Bracewell noted that the Indian bowlers effectively built pressure in the final overs, preventing the Black Caps from posting higher totals despite high-scoring games. He acknowledged the challenge posed by India's in-form openers and highlighted the need for New Zealand to deliver a complete performance to turn the tide.

NITI Aayog pushes for empowered city governments, elected mayors to tackle urbanisation challenges

NITI Aayog pushes for empowered city governments, elected mayors to tackle urbanisation challenges

Rediff.com1 days ago

NITI Aayog has called for a fundamental overhaul of urban governance in India, advocating for empowered city governments, directly elected mayors with five-year terms, and greater financial autonomy for urban local bodies to manage the country's rapidly growing urban population.

Arshdeep Could Make Test Debut as India Plans NZ Tour Rotation

Arshdeep Could Make Test Debut as India Plans NZ Tour Rotation

Rediff.com1 days ago

India bowling coach Morne Morkel reveals a 'bulletproof' workload management plan for the New Zealand tour, including rotation and backup bowlers ahead of the Tests.

Rahul Gandhi's car involved in collision on way to court

Rahul Gandhi's car involved in collision on way to court

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's convoy was involved in a minor collision on the Purvanchal Expressway on Monday while he was travelling to Sultanpur for a court hearing in a defamation case. Officials confirmed Gandhi was safe and no major injuries occurred. The incident happened around 10.15 am when a vehicle in front suddenly braked, causing a chain reaction. The convoy resumed its journey, heading to the court for a case related to remarks made against Amit Shah in 2018.

Amitabh Bachchan Continues Sunday Darshan Despite Bomb Threat

Amitabh Bachchan Continues Sunday Darshan Despite Bomb Threat

Rediff.com1 days ago

Amitabh Bachchan upheld his cherished Sunday darshan tradition, greeting a massive crowd of fans outside his residence, amidst significantly heightened security following a recent bomb threat email.