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EdTech firm moves SC against grace marks to 1500 NEET-UG students

EdTech firm moves SC against grace marks to 1500 NEET-UG students

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

The plea challenges the alleged award of grace marks on account of loss of time apparently due to several reasons. The petition is yet to be listed for hearing.

1 killed, 2 injured as Nepal police opens fire on Indian nationals

1 killed, 2 injured as Nepal police opens fire on Indian nationals

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

An Indian national, Laagan Yadav, 45, has been taken into custody by the Nepal border police, they said. Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) Director General (DG) Kumar Rajesh Chandra told PTI in Delhi that the incident took place around 8.40 am 'deep inside Nepalese territory'.

5 more held in Bihar over NEET-UG irregularities; total arrests rise to 18

5 more held in Bihar over NEET-UG irregularities; total arrests rise to 18

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

The statement implicated members of the Mukhiya gang, accused of orchestrating multiple interstate paper leaks, as the source of the leaked answer sheet.

Bomb threat mails sent to Ahmedabad schools traced to Pak

Bomb threat mails sent to Ahmedabad schools traced to Pak

Rediff.com10 May 2024

"The emails were sent from 'mail.ru' domain, in which a man impersonating himself as Tauheed Liaquat sent them to all the schools with the aim of spreading fear among voters and Indian citizens," the Ahmedabad crime branch said in a press statement.

Feline-y to purr-fection, Delhi police's cat-echism to Elon Musk breaks the net

Feline-y to purr-fection, Delhi police's cat-echism to Elon Musk breaks the net

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

The Twitter owner on Thursday had posted: "Lil X just asked if there are police cats, since there are police dogs."

Terrorism in J-K in decisive phase, reduced to mere proxy war: Amit Shah

Terrorism in J-K in decisive phase, reduced to mere proxy war: Amit Shah

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

The home minister also reviewed the preparations for the annual Amarnath pilgrimage scheduled to begin on June 29.

Arms, ammunition found in CBI raid in Bengal's Sandeshkhali

Arms, ammunition found in CBI raid in Bengal's Sandeshkhali

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

The CBI during its probe got inputs of a large cache of arms hidden in Sandeshkhali. On Friday morning, a CBI team started a search operation during which the arms, including foreign-made pistols, were seized, the officials said.

Mahayuti Or MVA? Which Way Will Jarange Patil Tilt?

Mahayuti Or MVA? Which Way Will Jarange Patil Tilt?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

If Maratha activist Manoj Jarange Patil drops a hint of supporting or opposing a particular coalition on the eve of polling on November 20, things may change overnight.

Navlakha owes Rs 1.64 cr towards house arrest security: NIA in SC

Navlakha owes Rs 1.64 cr towards house arrest security: NIA in SC

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Senior advocate Nitya Ramakrishnan, appearing for Navlakha, contested the figure of Rs 1.64 crore saying the agency's calculation of the amount payable was wrong and contrary to the relevant rules.

NIA raids several places in UP, Bihar in Maoist conspiracy case

NIA raids several places in UP, Bihar in Maoist conspiracy case

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

An NIA spokesperson said several digital devices, including mobile phones, SIM cards and memory cards, along with incriminating documents like pamphlets of the proscribed Naxal outfit were seized during the searches.

NIA chargesheets 14th accused in 2022 Coimbatore car bomb case

NIA chargesheets 14th accused in 2022 Coimbatore car bomb case

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

Naseer and his associates had conspired to wage war against the government of India and also to kill Indians in order to destabilise the country and create communal disharmony, it said.

What led to basement flooding which killed 3 students

What led to basement flooding which killed 3 students

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

According to the officials, the three-storey coaching institute, surrounded by residential and commercial establishments, had permission to use the basement as a store room, but it was being used as library in violation of the rules.

'Jamaat Wants To Be Nitish, Naidu In Kashmir'

'Jamaat Wants To Be Nitish, Naidu In Kashmir'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

'We want to ensure that no government in J&K will be formed without our support.'

SC seeks Delhi police's chargesheet in hate speeches case, to hear matter in April

SC seeks Delhi police's chargesheet in hate speeches case, to hear matter in April

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

The Supreme Court on Monday took note of the submission of the Delhi police that the probe in a case of hate speeches made at religious assemblies in the national capital in 2021 was at an advanced stage, and asked them to place on record the charge sheet to be filed in the matter.

Delhi police at Rahul's home over Bharat Jodo speech; Cong alleges vendetta

Delhi police at Rahul's home over Bharat Jodo speech; Cong alleges vendetta

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

The police team headed by special commissioner of police (law and order) Sagar Preet Hooda arrived at Gandhi's 12, Tughlaq Lane residence, officials said.

Cops on toes to avert 'gang war' as 2 history-sheeters wed

Cops on toes to avert 'gang war' as 2 history-sheeters wed

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

With the setting up of doorframe metal detectors, CCTV cameras, drones and deployment of armed commandoes, a banquet in Delhi has turned into a fortress of sorts for the marriage of gangster Sandeep alias Kala Jathedi with 'history-sheeter' Anuradha Choudhary alias 'Madam Minz' on March 12, official sources said on Monday.

40 Years Later, Can The Wounds Ever Heal?

40 Years Later, Can The Wounds Ever Heal?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

As a consequence of prominence given to the brutality during those few days, a very important aspect of that episode got almost glossed over. This was the intervention by a very significant section of people who restored faith in humanity, and conveyed the message that only a small section of Indians, that too politically backed, were consumed by anti-Sikh majoritarianism. The overlooked facet of the events of 1984 was the story of significant sections of the city's populace, public figures and nondescript ones, stepping out hand-in-hand, to first stand with little but bravery in hands, in the way of attackers, and thereafter to provide immediate relief to those who lives were uprooted and who lost family members in the violence, recalls Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Over 300 drones sighted along Pak border in 2 yrs: Agencies

Over 300 drones sighted along Pak border in 2 yrs: Agencies

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

Over 300 drones and unidentified flying objects have been sighted along the sensitive border with Pakistan post the 2019 abrogation of Article 370, central security agencies have said, even as they grapple to find a suitable technology to check these lethal sky-floaters.

Pak boat carrying drugs worth Rs 600 cr seized off Guj coast, 14 held

Pak boat carrying drugs worth Rs 600 cr seized off Guj coast, 14 held

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

The overnight operation in the Arabian Sea was carried out in coordination with the Gujarat Anti-terrorism Squad and the Narcotics Control Bureau, it said.

'Why should I resign? I am no thief, there is no scam'

'Why should I resign? I am no thief, there is no scam'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

'In a complex situation a PM coming was not necessary'

Blast near Israel embassy: Cops find 'crucial proof' of conspiracy

Blast near Israel embassy: Cops find 'crucial proof' of conspiracy

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

After three days of investigation into the blast near the Israeli Embassy in New Delhi, the Delhi Police is planning to register a first information report (FIR) as they have found 'crucial evidence' pointing to a conspiracy to threaten the envoy, sources said on Friday.

'Baloch Believe Pakistan Will Break Up'

'Baloch Believe Pakistan Will Break Up'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

'The struggle of insurgents and pro-independence political activists is fuelled by a deep conviction that not only is a free Balochistan possible, but they also believe that Pakistan will inevitably break apart, leading to Balochistan's independence.'

Doctor's murder: Protest enters Day 3, hospital services remain affected

Doctor's murder: Protest enters Day 3, hospital services remain affected

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Long queues were seen at outpatient department ticket counters in government hospitals, where senior doctors joined their junior colleagues in the protest.

IS-linked accused worked for Caliphate, Sharia law in India: K'taka police

IS-linked accused worked for Caliphate, Sharia law in India: K'taka police

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Shivamogga superintendent of police BM Lakshmi Prasad said the arrested persons were working towards fulfilling these ideologies in the country.

Police stopping media from entering party HQ: Cong

Police stopping media from entering party HQ: Cong

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

The opposition party is set to stage protests across the country against the questioning of its chief and has slammed the agency's action against its top leadership as "political vendetta".

CBI grills Mumbai Police Commissioner in Deshmukh case

CBI grills Mumbai Police Commissioner in Deshmukh case

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

An immigrant to the US from Kashmir, Duggal, 50, has been raised in Cincinnati, Chicago, New York and Boston.

Bengaluru blast suspect caught on CCTV cameras of cafe, nearby shops

Bengaluru blast suspect caught on CCTV cameras of cafe, nearby shops

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

According to official sources, images of the suspect's movement have been captured by the CCTV cameras at the Rameshwaram cafe in Brookefield area and those nearby.

Bengaluru cafe explosion is a bomb blast, says Karnataka DGP

Bengaluru cafe explosion is a bomb blast, says Karnataka DGP

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, he said no one has suffered serious injuries and the injured -- both staff and customers -- are being treated in hospital.

Fissures in Mahayuti? Ajit Pawar shares stage with ex-minister Nawab Malik

Fissures in Mahayuti? Ajit Pawar shares stage with ex-minister Nawab Malik

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Malik used to criticise the BJP-led Central government and the then opposition leader in Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis, when he was a cabinet minister in the erstwhile MVA government led by Uddhav Thackeray.

Maulvi arrested in Guj over plot to kill Hindu leader

Maulvi arrested in Guj over plot to kill Hindu leader

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Surat police commissioner Anupam Singh Gehlot identified the arrested accused as Maulvi Sohel Abubakr Timol (27), who worked at a thread factory as a manager and offered private tuition on Islam to Muslim children.

Kathua ambush: Truck driver who sought pass, 50 others held

Kathua ambush: Truck driver who sought pass, 50 others held

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

The manhunt for the terrorists responsible for the ambush in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district, which resulted in the tragic death of five army personnel, has led to the detention of a truck driver and 50 others for questioning, officials said on Wednesday.

What Is Canada-US Game Plan?

What Is Canada-US Game Plan?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

It seems that the West is sending a signal to India that it can return to old hostilities unless India toes their line on Russia. It is no surprise that India is being compared with Putin's Russia in terms of targeting 'dissidents' as the West calls these Khalistani terrorists, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

UP to have SOPs in place to permit Hathras-like gatherings

UP to have SOPs in place to permit Hathras-like gatherings

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

A day after a stampede in Hathras claimed 121 lives, Uttar Pradesh minister Asim Arun on Wednesday said the state government has started work on standard operating procedures (SOPs) for granting permission for large gatherings to prevent such incidents in future.

NEET row: NTA DG shunted out; Centre orders CBI probe

NEET row: NTA DG shunted out; Centre orders CBI probe

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

The Centre on Saturday night announced that the probe into alleged irregularities in the medical entrance exam NEET will be handed over to the CBI for a comprehensive investigation.

Terrorist Pannun threatens to disrupt Ranchi Test

Terrorist Pannun threatens to disrupt Ranchi Test

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

According to the Press Trust of India, Pannun, who has been designated as a terrorist by the Home Ministry, has also appealed to the banned CPI (Maoist) through a video uploaded on social media to disrupt the match, officials said.

High explosive, not gas leak, triggered Shimla eatery blast: NBDC

High explosive, not gas leak, triggered Shimla eatery blast: NBDC

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

The report of the National Bomb Data Centre, under the National Security Guard, differs from that of the State Forensic Science Laboratory, Junga, and the police investigation according to which a gas leak had caused the blast.

Over 27k Delhi police personnel deployed for R-Day security

Over 27k Delhi police personnel deployed for R-Day security

Rediff.com23 Jan 2022

Delhi police commissioner Rakesh Asthana on Sunday said over 27,000 police personnel have been deployed for Republic Day security duties in the national capital and anti-terror measures intensified.

Hunt on for Lashkar terrorists behind J-K bus attack

Hunt on for Lashkar terrorists behind J-K bus attack

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

A massive manhunt is underway for three foreign terrorists, possibly of the Lashkar-e-Taiba, responsible for the deadly attack on pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi that resulted in the loss of nine lives, including a two-year-old, officials involved in the investigation said on Monday.

Political parties do not have higher immunity: SC in plea on misuse of probe agencies

Political parties do not have higher immunity: SC in plea on misuse of probe agencies

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a plea by 14 political parties led by the Congress alleging arbitrary use of central probe agencies against opposition leaders, asserting that laying down guidelines without facts of a criminal case will be "dangerous".

Ek Hasina Thi: End Of An Era In Bangladesh

Ek Hasina Thi: End Of An Era In Bangladesh

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

As news of Hasina's departure spread, hundreds broke into Hasina's residence, vandalising and looting the interiors, providing dramatic expression to the anti-government protests that have killed more than 100 people in the last two days. At the centre of people anger is the Hasina government's controversial quota system reserving 30 per cent jobs for families of veterans who fought the 1971 liberation war. With volatile crowds taking to the streets -- some clambering on Hasina's father and Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's statue and smashing it with hammers in a lasting image underscoring the fickleness of history -- Army chief General Waqar-uz-Zaman announced that the 76-year-old prime minister has resigned.