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High-Performance Rifle Coach Faces SAI Inquiry Over Private Sessions

High-Performance Rifle Coach Faces SAI Inquiry Over Private Sessions

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

A High Performance national coach for rifle shooters, Manoj Kumar, is under inquiry by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) for allegedly conducting private coaching at a government facility and discriminating against non-attendees. Complaints from shooters and guardians detail pressure to name him as their official coach and unequal distribution of ammunition. The National Rifles Association of India (NRAI) secretary general has refuted the charges.

19-year-old NEET aspirant commits suicide in Maharashtra

19-year-old NEET aspirant commits suicide in Maharashtra

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

A 19-year-old medical aspirant, Ankita Suresh Sangle, allegedly died by suicide in Jalalpur after being disheartened by her NEET re-examination score of 166 marks, while the family of another aspirant, Akanksha Chaturvedi, who died earlier, demanded justice and compensation, calling for top government leadership resignations amidst the ongoing NEET paper leak controversy.

Ghaziabad Man's Death Investigated After Mother Found Dead

Ghaziabad Man's Death Investigated After Mother Found Dead

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A 42-year-old man in Ghaziabad allegedly died by suicide after jumping from a building, while his elderly mother was found dead in their flat. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding both deaths.

Youth Protest: The Lasting Lessons

Youth Protest: The Lasting Lessons

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

At the end of this journey, no matter now it ends, these youngsters will know something essential about the Indian government, the Indian judiciary, the Indian media, the Indian police, the Indian laws and indeed about Indian society, asserts Aakar Patel.

Teenager Arrested in Jalna Over Suspicions of Friend's Affair with Mother

Teenager Arrested in Jalna Over Suspicions of Friend's Affair with Mother

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A 17-year-old boy has been detained in Jalna, Maharashtra, for allegedly murdering his 25-year-old friend due to suspicions of an illicit relationship between the victim and the boy's mother.

Twisha Sharma death: CBI grills mother-in-law

Twisha Sharma death: CBI grills mother-in-law

Rediff.com28 May 2026

A CBI team questioned former judge Giribala Singh in Bhopal following the revocation of her anticipatory bail in connection with her daughter-in-law Twisha Sharma's death. The High Court quashed the bail, leading to the CBI's action in the dowry harassment case.

Assam Floods: The Village The Dikhow River Wiped Out

Assam Floods: The Village The Dikhow River Wiped Out

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

The water rose from knee level to chest height within minutes before climbing even higher. Homes crumbled, cattle sheds collapsed and everything that could be carried away by the current vanished.

Friendship Day: The Art Of Letting Building Friends Go

Friendship Day: The Art Of Letting Building Friends Go

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

There are friends you make because life brings you together. And then there are friends who become part of the place you call home. Mine lived across my building.

Jharkhand Mother Accused of Strangling Daughter, Initially Claimed Abduction

Jharkhand Mother Accused of Strangling Daughter, Initially Claimed Abduction

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

A four-year-old girl was allegedly strangled to death by her mother in Jharkhand's Seraikela-Kharswan district. The mother has been arrested and remanded to judicial custody after the father filed a complaint. The woman initially claimed her daughter was abducted, but police investigation revealed the truth.

Why Preeti almost quit boxing before winning CWG gold

Why Preeti almost quit boxing before winning CWG gold

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

Following her Commonwealth Games 2026 gold medal win, Indian boxer Preeti Pawar reflected on the learning experience that the event gave her ahead of the Asian Games this year and the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, the boxing culture in her hometown Bhiwani, known as 'Mini Cuba' for producing world-class talent and the fulfillment of her baklava promise after her medal win in Glasgow.

How Sharmila Dhankar Overcame Adversity To Win India's First Para-Athletics Gold In 20 Years

How Sharmila Dhankar Overcame Adversity To Win India's First Para-Athletics Gold In 20 Years

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Sharmila Dhankar, overcoming polio and an abusive marriage, made history by winning India's first para-athletics gold medal in 20 years at the Commonwealth Games in the women's shot put F57 event. Her compatriot Shilpa Shyla also secured a bronze after a protest. Dhankar's inspiring journey from Haryana to international success, supported by her family and second husband, highlights her remarkable resilience and dedication to para-athletics.

Delhi Man Killed by Teenager Opposed to Mother's Relationship

Delhi Man Killed by Teenager Opposed to Mother's Relationship

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

A 22-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death in Delhi's Paschim Vihar by an 18-year-old who opposed the victim's relationship with his mother. The accused has been arrested, and police are investigating the motive.

15 Details You Missed In Spider-Man: Brand New Day

15 Details You Missed In Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

From comic-book recreations and Daredevil connections to hints about Silk and the X-Men, here are 15 details you may have missed in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

Pak woman, son held in Karnataka with voter ID, ration card

Pak woman, son held in Karnataka with voter ID, ration card

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

Two Pakistani nationals, Farah Naz and her son Mohammed Fardeen, have been arrested in Karnataka's Chikkaballapura district for allegedly obtaining a ration card and voter identity card by concealing their nationality. The arrests followed an inquiry that revealed Farah Naz, married to an Indian national, and her son, born in Pakistan, had acquired these documents illegally. Both cards have since been cancelled, and a criminal case has been registered under various acts.

Christopher Nolan's Odyssey Is 'Gimmicky', 'Abysmal'

Christopher Nolan's Odyssey Is 'Gimmicky', 'Abysmal'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

'None of the characters has convincing motivation for their actions or words. There are no sex scenes, and all the food looks horrible.'

Friendship Day: When Colleagues Become Family

Friendship Day: When Colleagues Become Family

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

Divya Nair remembers the work friendships that proved some of life's strongest bonds are built beyond the cubicle.

Sheeba Chaddha: 'Wish I Was Given Other Roles In Addition To Mothers'

Sheeba Chaddha: 'Wish I Was Given Other Roles In Addition To Mothers'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

'Each mother I have played is different, but the writing dictates the doing of it. If it's written well, that's half the work done for an actor.'

How To Steal A Recipe...

How To Steal A Recipe...

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Getting hold of a recipe requires a skill even James Bond cannot master.

'Escaped with only the clothes we were wearing': Assam flood survivors recount ordeal

'Escaped with only the clothes we were wearing': Assam flood survivors recount ordeal

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Septuagenarian couple Mukul and Bonti Bezbora, along with many others in Assam's Sivasagar district, survived the devastating floods but lost all their belongings, now facing an uncertain future amidst widespread destruction and the daunting task of rebuilding.

Meerut Man Arrested After Allegedly Strangling Mother Following Frequent Quarrels

Meerut Man Arrested After Allegedly Strangling Mother Following Frequent Quarrels

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

A 35-year-old man in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly strangling his 50-year-old mother to death following frequent quarrels and taunts. The accused, Sanjay Das, attempted to mislead authorities by claiming the death was due to a heart attack. He has been arrested and is in judicial custody.

Jana Nayagan: Why Thalapathy Fans Are 'Super Excited'

Jana Nayagan: Why Thalapathy Fans Are 'Super Excited'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

'We are super excited and very emotional as it is his last film. We have been waiting for two hours for the screen to open.'

Two Children Killed, Mother Injured in Manipur Bombing

Two Children Killed, Mother Injured in Manipur Bombing

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Suspected Kuki militants launched a bomb attack in Manipur's Bishnupur district, killing two toddlers and injuring their mother. The incident occurred in Moirang Tronglaobi, an area close to Churachandpur, which has experienced ongoing ethnic conflict.

JD Vance, wife Usha welcome fourth child

JD Vance, wife Usha welcome fourth child

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

The birth of Alec Neel Vance marks a historic event, being the first time in modern history a US Vice-President has had a child while in office.

Delhi fire: Mother holding child among many who jumped to escape

Delhi fire: Mother holding child among many who jumped to escape

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A devastating fire at a South Delhi bed-and-breakfast claimed at least 21 lives, prompting heroic efforts from locals who spread mattresses to save panic-stricken occupants jumping from the burning building.

'I've Seen Aamir Cry'

'I've Seen Aamir Cry'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

'Relationships are never as simple as outsiders imagine, and it's unfair to assume only one person is responsible when a marriage ends.'

Jharkhand Mother, Occultist Arrested in Teen Sacrifice Case: What We Know

Jharkhand Mother, Occultist Arrested in Teen Sacrifice Case: What We Know

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Police in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, have arrested a mother, an occult practitioner, and a man in connection with the sacrificial ritual killing of a teenage girl. The arrests follow an investigation into the girl's death, initially reported as a rape and murder.

10 Mothers-in-Law We Love

10 Mothers-in-Law We Love

Rediff.com10 May 2026

On Mother's Day this year, we celebrate the unsung mothers-in-law of Hindi movies who go all out to make life heaven for their bahus.

Minor Mother's Newborn Sparks Legal Action Against Father in Pithoragarh

Minor Mother's Newborn Sparks Legal Action Against Father in Pithoragarh

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A 14-year-old girl gave birth to a son in Pithoragarh, leading to a case being registered against the newborn's father under the POCSO Act and other sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

Yami Gautam: 'National Award Is A Dream I Have Carried In My Heart For Years'

Yami Gautam: 'National Award Is A Dream I Have Carried In My Heart For Years'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Kartik Aaryan, Yami Gautam, Sanjay Mishra, and Tushar Hiranandani express their overwhelming emotions and gratitude after winning prestigious National Film Awards for their work in 'Chandu Champion', 'Article 370', 'Bhakshak', and 'Srikanth' respectively.

Karnataka Boy Allegedly Beaten by Mother Over School Attendance

Karnataka Boy Allegedly Beaten by Mother Over School Attendance

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A 10-year-old boy in Dharwad, Karnataka, was allegedly assaulted by his mother for irregular school attendance and lack of seriousness in studies, prompting a police investigation and intervention by child protection services.

Day after the violence: Protesters return to Jantar Mantar

Day after the violence: Protesters return to Jantar Mantar

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Hundreds of students and supporters returned to Jantar Mantar to protest alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG examination, asserting that police action on Monday had only strengthened their resolve. The demonstration, joined by parents, reiterated demands for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and called for greater transparency and fairness in competitive exams.

Grieving Mother Turns Detective, Forces Reopening of Son's Hit-and-Run Case

Grieving Mother Turns Detective, Forces Reopening of Son's Hit-and-Run Case

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A determined mother in Dehradun, India, solved her son's hit-and-run case after police closed it due to lack of evidence, leading to its reopening.

RG Kar victim's mother alleges heckling by TMC workers at polling booth

RG Kar victim's mother alleges heckling by TMC workers at polling booth

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

BJP's Panihati candidate Ratna Debnath faced protests by TMC workers when she visited a booth in the assembly constituency in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district where polling was underway. She also accused the ruling party activists of preventing her from leaving the booth premises, following an altercation with them over an allegation of influencing voters.

'Our Rotten-To-The-Core Education System Needs Shock Treatment'

'Our Rotten-To-The-Core Education System Needs Shock Treatment'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

'Let the world know that India's Gen Z has now moved out of their social media world and is ready to face the lathis, the tear gas shells or the spiked-dandas of cops.'

Major traffic curbs in Delhi ahead of Parliament session, CJP march

Major traffic curbs in Delhi ahead of Parliament session, CJP march

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for heavy vehicular movement and restrictions around the Parliament complex ahead of the Monsoon Session and a planned 'Chalo Sansad' march by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP). Security has been significantly intensified across New Delhi, with additional personnel, barricades, and checks to manage traffic and maintain law and order during the protest against alleged NEET irregularities.

Musafir Cafe Review: Fickle Face Of Modern Love

Musafir Cafe Review: Fickle Face Of Modern Love

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Vikrant Massey, Vedika Pinto and Mahima Makwana are persuasive enough to hold ground even when their on screen actions leave you more flummoxed than fascinated, notes Sukanya Verma.

'Ship has safely crossed Hormuz': Indian sailor's message before death in attack

'Ship has safely crossed Hormuz': Indian sailor's message before death in attack

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Herambh Karmarkar, a 30-year-old marine engineer from Pune, was killed in an attack on a Cyprus-flagged commercial vessel off Oman's coast amidst the West Asia conflict, with his family now awaiting the return of his mortal remains.

Rocafonda's Pride: Lamine Yamal's Journey To World Cup Final

Rocafonda's Pride: Lamine Yamal's Journey To World Cup Final

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Lamine Yamal's working-class neighbourhood, Rocafonda, is filled with pride as the Spanish forward prepares for the World Cup final against Lionel Messi's Argentina. The story highlights Yamal's deep connection to his roots, his admiration for Messi, and how he honours his community through gestures like his "304" hand sign and wearing a Rocafonda headband.

Rahul brings protester 'injured by pellet gun' before media

Rahul brings protester 'injured by pellet gun' before media

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has intensified his criticism of the government, demanding the immediate removal of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi following alleged pellet gun injuries to student protesters.

Indian Idol 16 Winner Jyotirmayee Nayak: 'I Never Planned To Participate'

Indian Idol 16 Winner Jyotirmayee Nayak: 'I Never Planned To Participate'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

'People usually send audition videos, but I didn't even send one because I never planned to participate.' 'I had gone there to prepare my students for the auditions.' 'Eventually, I ended up competing and became the winner.'