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Satheesan Calls Chennithala 'Brother' After CM Selection

Satheesan Calls Chennithala 'Brother' After CM Selection

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kerala's Chief Minister-designate V D Satheesan visited senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala, emphasising their close relationship and seeking blessings for his new role.

Shocking! 8 In 10 Indian Women Skip Jobs Because...

Shocking! 8 In 10 Indian Women Skip Jobs Because...

Rediff.com1 days ago

According to Indeed's Mother's Day 2026 Survey, 83 per cent Indian women said they had chosen not to apply for a job because the role felt difficult to manage alongside caregiving responsibilities.

Lawyer Found Murdered In Chhattisgarh, Bar Association Demands Justice

Lawyer Found Murdered In Chhattisgarh, Bar Association Demands Justice

Rediff.com1 days ago

The body of a woman lawyer was discovered in a forest area in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district, with police investigating her alleged murder using a sharp-edged weapon. The District Bar Association has staged protests, demanding immediate arrests.

Device with low-grade explosives found at Pune hospital; ATS begins probe

Device with low-grade explosives found at Pune hospital; ATS begins probe

Rediff.com2 days ago

A device containing low-grade explosives was found inside a private hospital in Pune, prompting a response from the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) and an investigation by multiple agencies.

21 Children Rescued From Railway Station In Bihar

21 Children Rescued From Railway Station In Bihar

Rediff.com6 days ago

Twenty-one children were rescued from a railway station in Bihar's East Champaran district, and a suspected trafficker was detained.

Elderly Man Dies In Elephant Attack In Nawada

Elderly Man Dies In Elephant Attack In Nawada

Rediff.com4 days ago

An elderly man was trampled to death by a wild elephant in Bihar's Nawada district. The elephant also damaged several houses, causing panic among local residents. Forest officials are working to drive the tusker back into the forest.

Rs 10 Crore Money Trail Uncovered In Jharkhand Treasury Scam

Rs 10 Crore Money Trail Uncovered In Jharkhand Treasury Scam

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Jharkhand Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has uncovered a money trail of Rs 10 crore related to the Bokaro treasury scam, freezing several fixed deposits and arresting multiple individuals, including police personnel and an accountant.

East Bengal overcome Mumbai City in thrilling ISL clash

East Bengal overcome Mumbai City in thrilling ISL clash

Rediff.com5 May 2026

East Bengal FC rallied from behind to secure a 2-1 victory against Mumbai City FC, propelling them to the summit of the Indian Super League standings.

Cognizant to spend up to $320 million on AI-led restructuring, workforce impacted

Cognizant to spend up to $320 million on AI-led restructuring, workforce impacted

Rediff.com8 May 2026

IT services giant Cognizant is embarking on a significant AI-led restructuring programme, Project Leap, involving an investment of up to $320 million, which will lead to workforce reductions across geographies and a strategic shift towards AI capabilities to boost productivity and margins.

Man Held After Software Engineer Falls From Bridge During Robbery

Man Held After Software Engineer Falls From Bridge During Robbery

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 20-year-old man was arrested in Dehradun for allegedly robbing a software engineer who fell from a bridge during a scuffle. The incident occurred after the victim and the accused consumed alcohol together. Police are searching for a second suspect.

Audit Flags Irregularities At Delhi Medical Council

Audit Flags Irregularities At Delhi Medical Council

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Delhi government's Health Department has received an audit report highlighting alleged financial and administrative irregularities within the Delhi Medical Council (DMC) between 2019 and 2025.

When Isha, Janhvi, Kareena Chose Heirloom Fashion...

When Isha, Janhvi, Kareena Chose Heirloom Fashion...

Rediff.com4 days ago

In a world of fast fashion and trend cycles that last shorter than an Instagram reel, heirloom fashion still hits different.

Three Die In Separate Road Accidents In Jharkhand's Godda District

Three Die In Separate Road Accidents In Jharkhand's Godda District

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Three people died in two separate road accidents in Jharkhand's Godda district on Sunday. Two men were killed when a truck hit their motorcycle, and another man died in a head-on collision between two motorcycles.

Boxing Federation Agrees To Rework Selection Criteria After SAI Intervention

Boxing Federation Agrees To Rework Selection Criteria After SAI Intervention

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has agreed to rework its selection criteria after talks with the Sports Authority of India (SAI) following the suspension of an assessment camp due to alleged irregularities. The decision comes after concerns were raised about transparency and fair play in the selection process for the Commonwealth and Asian Games.

Injuries And Errors Mar India's World Athletics Relays Campaign

Injuries And Errors Mar India's World Athletics Relays Campaign

Rediff.com3 May 2026

India's World Athletics Relays campaign ended in disappointment as athletes sustained injuries and faced coordination issues, hindering their chances of qualifying for the 2027 World Championships.

Lucknow University Professor Arrested For Allegedly Leaking Exam Paper

Lucknow University Professor Arrested For Allegedly Leaking Exam Paper

Rediff.com43 minutes ago

An assistant professor at the University of Lucknow has been arrested after allegedly making inappropriate phone calls to a female student and claiming to have leaked examination papers.

'If people don't buy gold...': Jewellers protest against PM's appeal

'If people don't buy gold...': Jewellers protest against PM's appeal

Rediff.com4 days ago

Jewellers in Lucknow protest Prime Minister Modi's appeal to defer gold purchases for a year amid the West Asia crisis, fearing significant business losses and economic hardship for those involved in the trade.

Indian Boxers Secure 12 Medals At Asian U-17 Championships

Indian Boxers Secure 12 Medals At Asian U-17 Championships

Rediff.com7 May 2026

India's U-17 girls boxing team has secured at least 12 medals at the Asian Boxing U15 and U17 Championships in Tashkent, with several boxers achieving dominant victories.

IPL 2026, RCB vs MI: Can Royal Challengers batters snap two-match losing run vs Mumbai Indians?

IPL 2026, RCB vs MI: Can Royal Challengers batters snap two-match losing run vs Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be looking to improve their batting performance and end their two-match losing streak when they face Mumbai Indians. RCB's batting lineup needs to regain its form to secure a spot in the IPL playoffs.

How Delhi Police Apprehended Long-Absconding Offenders

How Delhi Police Apprehended Long-Absconding Offenders

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three long-absconding proclaimed offenders, including two wanted under the POCSO Act and one in an attempted murder case, following a multi-state operation across Bihar and Jharkhand.

Interstate Drug Smugglers Nabbed Near India-Nepal Border

Interstate Drug Smugglers Nabbed Near India-Nepal Border

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Police in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested three alleged interstate drug smugglers and seized banned narcotic tablets worth approximately Rs 1 crore near the India-Nepal border.

How BBMB Is Meeting Water And Power Needs Of Partner States

How BBMB Is Meeting Water And Power Needs Of Partner States

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar has lauded the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) for its effective management of water and power resources, catering to the needs of partner states. The event marked 50 years of the BBMB.

IPL 2026 Week 6: Record Chases, Stunning Centuries, Playoff Twists

IPL 2026 Week 6: Record Chases, Stunning Centuries, Playoff Twists

Rediff.com3 days ago

IPL 2026 Week 6 featured Rohit Sharma's explosive return, Urvil Patel's record-equalling fifty, Finn Allen's maiden IPL ton and Rashid Khan's brilliant comeback spell.

Youth Held In Indore For Murder Over Gaming Loan Dispute

Youth Held In Indore For Murder Over Gaming Loan Dispute

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 19-year-old has been arrested in Indore for allegedly murdering a man over a financial dispute related to online gaming.

IPL 2026: How Sunrisers Hyderabad Outsmarted Punjab Kings' Batters

IPL 2026: How Sunrisers Hyderabad Outsmarted Punjab Kings' Batters

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad assistant coach James Franklin discusses the team's strategy to counter aggressive batting in the IPL, highlighting Pat Cummins' plan against Priyansh Arya. He also praises the contributions of other bowlers and all-rounders.

Himanta Biswa Sarma: From AASU to BJP's Northeast face

Himanta Biswa Sarma: From AASU to BJP's Northeast face

Rediff.com4 days ago

Himanta Biswa Sarma's return as Assam's Chief Minister underscores the BJP's increasing dominance in the northeast, marked by both development and divisive policies.

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Wife In Haryana

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Wife In Haryana

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A man has been arrested in Yamunanagar, Haryana, for allegedly strangling his wife to death following a domestic dispute. The accused was apprehended after wandering for two days with his children and allegedly planning to commit suicide.

Delhi Police Nab Fugitive In Apple Consignment Fraud Case

Delhi Police Nab Fugitive In Apple Consignment Fraud Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a man from Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, for allegedly defrauding a Delhi-based man of over Rs 5 lakh under the guise of supplying Kashmiri apple consignments. The accused had been evading arrest for nearly a decade.

Four Injured In Karimnagar Jewellery Store Robbery

Four Injured In Karimnagar Jewellery Store Robbery

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Four employees of a jewellery showroom in Karimnagar, Telangana, were injured after unidentified men opened fire during a robbery. The value of the stolen gold ornaments is being ascertained, and police are investigating the incident.

'There's not an ounce of fear in his body': Rabada hails Sooryavanshi

'There's not an ounce of fear in his body': Rabada hails Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Kagiso Rabada, the Gujarat Titans' fast bowler, has been impressed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless six-hitting in the IPL. Rabada acknowledged Sooryavanshi's talent and X-factor, noting his fast hands and lack of fear.

India likely to rest Bumrah for key Afghanistan series

India likely to rest Bumrah for key Afghanistan series

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Jasprit Bumrah's participation in the upcoming series against Afghanistan is under consideration as the selection committee assesses his workload.

Man Murders Family In Jamshedpur Over Dispute

Man Murders Family In Jamshedpur Over Dispute

Rediff.com5 days ago

A man in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, allegedly murdered his wife, pregnant daughter, and son with an axe following a family dispute.

'He was not in uniform, yet he served like a frontline soldier'

'He was not in uniform, yet he served like a frontline soldier'

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The family of Dr Raj Kumar Thapa, a JKAS officer killed in Pakistan shelling in Rajouri, remembers his sacrifice and dedication to duty a year after his death.

Five Arrested For Running IPL Betting Racket In Delhi

Five Arrested For Running IPL Betting Racket In Delhi

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Delhi Police busted an online betting racket on Indian Premier League (IPL) matches, arresting five people from the Vivekanand Camp area. The accused were caught betting on a match between Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants. Laptops, mobile phones, and cash were seized, and further investigation is underway.

Man Gets Life Sentence For Killing Wife's Alleged Rapist

Man Gets Life Sentence For Killing Wife's Alleged Rapist

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A local court in Muzaffarnagar sentenced a man to life imprisonment for fatally shooting a person accused of raping his wife, officials reported.

Rajasthan Police Seize Key Mephedrone Precursor, Arrest Two

Rajasthan Police Seize Key Mephedrone Precursor, Arrest Two

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Rajasthan Police's Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) has arrested two individuals and seized approximately 234 kg of 2-Bromo-4-Methyl Propiophenone, a crucial precursor used in the production of the synthetic drug mephedrone.

Haryana Municipal Elections: Vote Counting Begins For Key Cities

Haryana Municipal Elections: Vote Counting Begins For Key Cities

Rediff.com3 days ago

Counting of votes is underway for municipal corporations in Ambala, Panchkula, Sonipat, and other civic bodies in Haryana. Polling was held on Sunday for mayor and ward councillor elections.

Youth Arrested For Shooting At BJP Member In Lucknow

Youth Arrested For Shooting At BJP Member In Lucknow

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 25-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly shooting a Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) member in Lucknow. The victim is receiving medical treatment, and police have recovered the weapon.

RJD MLA Osama Sahab Booked For Land Grabbing

RJD MLA Osama Sahab Booked For Land Grabbing

Rediff.com4 May 2026

RJD MLA Osama Sahab has been booked for allegedly grabbing land in Bihar's Siwan district. The police conducted a raid and have initiated further legal action.

Indian Boxers Secure 27 Medals At Asian Youth Championships

Indian Boxers Secure 27 Medals At Asian Youth Championships

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Indian boxers have secured 27 medals at the Asian Boxing U15 & U17 Championships in Tashkent, with the U-15 girls securing 14 medals and the U-15 boys confirming 13 medals.