News for 'New Year'

'21-Point System Has Worked Well': Saina Nehwal Cautions BWF On Proposed Scoring Changes

'21-Point System Has Worked Well': Saina Nehwal Cautions BWF On Proposed Scoring Changes

Rediff.com2 days ago

Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal has urged the Badminton World Federation to exercise caution regarding proposed scoring changes, maintaining that the current 21-point system preserves the sport's essential intensity and endurance.

Aman Raj Leads IGPL Season Opener After Injury Struggles

Aman Raj Leads IGPL Season Opener After Injury Struggles

Rediff.com4 days ago

Aman Raj, after battling injuries, takes a commanding lead at the IGPL season-opener in Chandigarh, with Gaganjeet Bhullar trailing behind.

Trump seeks allies' help in Strait of Hormuz; Japan, Australia say NO

Trump seeks allies' help in Strait of Hormuz; Japan, Australia say NO

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Amid escalating tensions with Iran, President Trump is urging nations dependent on Middle Eastern oil to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz to safeguard critical global energy supplies.

IPL 2026: 'I want to learn': Samson on playing with Dhoni

IPL 2026: 'I want to learn': Samson on playing with Dhoni

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Sanju Samson expresses his excitement about joining Chennai Super Kings and learning from MS Dhoni, while also reflecting on India's T20 World Cup victory and his personal journey.

Rashid Khan Takes Early Lead at Indorama Ventures Golf Championship

Rashid Khan Takes Early Lead at Indorama Ventures Golf Championship

Rediff.com4 days ago

Rashid Khan fired a six-under 66 to take the lead in the Indorama Ventures Golf Championship, followed by Jhared Hack and a group of five golfers.

Cyber Criminals Blackmail Man to Suicide in Thane

Cyber Criminals Blackmail Man to Suicide in Thane

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 45-year-old man in Thane, Maharashtra, died by suicide after being blackmailed by cyber criminals who threatened to circulate morphed obscene photographs of him on social media. The victim had been forced to transfer large sums of money before his death.

Woman Dies After Fall From 13th Floor in Greater Noida

Woman Dies After Fall From 13th Floor in Greater Noida

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 25-year-old MBA student died after falling from her apartment in Greater Noida. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds in Hundred auction

Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds in Hundred auction

Rediff.com4 days ago

In February, the BBC reported that Manchester Super Giants, MI London, Southern Brave, and Sunrisers Leeds would not consider signing Pakistani players for the United Kingdom-based competition amid tensions between neighbours India and Pakistan.

Street vendor murdered in Mumbai; CCTV footage surfaces

Street vendor murdered in Mumbai; CCTV footage surfaces

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 28-year-old street vendor was stabbed to death in Mumbai's Mankhurd area, with CCTV footage of the incident circulating online. Police are investigating the murder.

K Sudhakaran breaks down during tribute to Congress worker

K Sudhakaran breaks down during tribute to Congress worker

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress MP K Sudhakaran became emotional while paying tribute to a party worker, Kappadan Ramesh, at a function in Kannur. The event was organised to hand over the key of a house built for Ramesh's family. Sudhakaran also addressed speculation about his candidature in the upcoming Assembly elections.

Couple Arrested After Kidnapping 8-Month-Old Boy in Delhi

Couple Arrested After Kidnapping 8-Month-Old Boy in Delhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police have rescued an eight-month-old boy and arrested a couple in connection with his kidnapping from Khajuri Khas in northeast Delhi. The infant was safely recovered and reunited with his mother.

Alia Bhatt: The Forever Sunshine Girl

Alia Bhatt: The Forever Sunshine Girl

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Sukanya Verma celebrates Alia Bhatt, who turned 33 years around the sun on March 15 with 33 snapshots of her basking in it.

Indian Wells: Jannik Sinner survives scare; Sabalenka too hot for Osaka

Indian Wells: Jannik Sinner survives scare; Sabalenka too hot for Osaka

Rediff.com5 days ago

World number two Jannik Sinner survived a stern test from Joao Fonseca on Tuesday to reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals.

US report calls for 'targeted sanctions' against R&AW, RSS

US report calls for 'targeted sanctions' against R&AW, RSS

Rediff.com8 hours ago

A US federal government commission has raised concerns about the state of religious freedom in India, recommending its designation as a 'Country of Particular Concern' and suggesting targeted sanctions.

Delhi Police Investigate Alleged Kidnapping of BSF Jawan's Daughter

Delhi Police Investigate Alleged Kidnapping of BSF Jawan's Daughter

Rediff.com5 days ago

The 12-year-old daughter of a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was allegedly kidnapped from outside her residential society in Delhi's Rohini. Police have launched an investigation and are scanning CCTV footage to locate the missing girl.

Cops probe background of man who attacked Farooq Abdullah

Cops probe background of man who attacked Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Jammu have launched a detailed investigation into the background and motives of Kamal Singh Jamwal, who allegedly attempted to assassinate former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah at a wedding function.

Mussoorie gears up for Kuldeep Yadav's star-studded wedding

Mussoorie gears up for Kuldeep Yadav's star-studded wedding

Rediff.com4 days ago

Preparations are in full swing in Mussoorie for the wedding of Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav and his fiancee Vanshika, with the Savoy Hotel booked for the event and expected to host numerous VIP guests.

'My Wife Didn't Want To Have Kids. I Respected Her Choice'

'My Wife Didn't Want To Have Kids. I Respected Her Choice'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pune-based Atharva* tells us how he learned to accept and let go, choosing love over his desire to have children.

Kemp FC Aims for Top Tier Promotion in Indian Women's League 2

Kemp FC Aims for Top Tier Promotion in Indian Women's League 2

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bengaluru-based Kemp Football Club is set to begin its Indian Women's League 2 campaign against Suruchi Sangha FC, with the aim of securing promotion to the top tier of the league.

Hathras Man Accused of Killing Son While Intoxicated

Hathras Man Accused of Killing Son While Intoxicated

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 22-year-old man in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly beaten to death by his father while the father was intoxicated. Police are investigating the incident.

IndiGo stock may face more downgrades due to Middle East crisis

IndiGo stock may face more downgrades due to Middle East crisis

Rediff.com4 days ago

IndiGo operator InterGlobe Aviation had a mildly encouraging third quarter in financial year 2026 (Q3FY26).

Ranchi Man Suffers Severe Burns After Train Roof Electrocution

Ranchi Man Suffers Severe Burns After Train Roof Electrocution

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 28-year-old man in Ranchi sustained serious burn injuries after climbing onto the roof of a train and coming into contact with a high-tension overhead wire.

'Vijay Is Not Accessible Even To His Parents'

'Vijay Is Not Accessible Even To His Parents'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'He is not accessible even to his family, his wife or his mother or his father. No one.' 'He has created a barrier so that nobody can go and talk to him.' 'This kind of a mentality is a big question mark in politics.'

Rabies Confirmed in Stray Dog That Fatally Attacked Bedridden Woman in Kerala

Rabies Confirmed in Stray Dog That Fatally Attacked Bedridden Woman in Kerala

Rediff.com3 days ago

A stray dog that allegedly fatally attacked an 84-year-old bedridden woman in Vellarakad, Kerala, has been confirmed to be rabies-infected after a postmortem examination. The incident has raised concerns about stray dog populations and public health in the region.

Samantha-Salman Film: Real or Rumour?

Samantha-Salman Film: Real or Rumour?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Will Samantha star with Salman Khan in her husband Raj Nidimoru's proposed film that begins shooting at the year-end?

After engagement, Prithvi Shaw seeks Mahakal blessings

After engagement, Prithvi Shaw seeks Mahakal blessings

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw and his fiancee Akriti Agarwal visited Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain to offer prayers. Shaw expressed his joy and optimism for future World Cup wins for India, following their recent T20 World Cup victory. He is set to play for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season.

Indian Wells: Alcaraz, Medvedev set up blockbuster clash; Swiatek shocked

Indian Wells: Alcaraz, Medvedev set up blockbuster clash; Swiatek shocked

Rediff.com3 days ago

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the semifinals of the Indian Wells tournament, along with Daniil Medvedev and Elina Svitolina, after a series of compelling matches.

Max Verstappen slams 'joke' Formula One after Chinese Grand Prix retirement

Max Verstappen slams 'joke' Formula One after Chinese Grand Prix retirement

Rediff.com1 days ago

Verstappen slams 'joke' F1 after Chinese GP retirement

Delhi: Two Juveniles Held in Shalimar Bagh Stabbing Over Old Feud

Delhi: Two Juveniles Held in Shalimar Bagh Stabbing Over Old Feud

Rediff.com5 days ago

Two juveniles have been apprehended for allegedly stabbing a 30-year-old man in Delhi's Shalimar Bagh area due to a long-standing feud.

Swiss Open: Kiran George knocked out; Tharun Mannepalli marches on

Swiss Open: Kiran George knocked out; Tharun Mannepalli marches on

Rediff.com4 days ago

Kiran George was defeated in the pre-quarterfinals of the Swiss Open, while Tharun Mannepalli advanced after his opponent retired. Other Indian players also faced setbacks in the tournament.

Six Arrested in Meghalaya ATM Theft Case Involving Rs 1 Crore

Six Arrested in Meghalaya ATM Theft Case Involving Rs 1 Crore

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Meghalaya have arrested six individuals, including two from Haryana, in connection with a series of ATM thefts in the East Khasi Hills district, where approximately Rs 1 crore was stolen from three locations over the past year.

Teenager Shot During Engagement Party Celebratory Firing in Uttar Pradesh

Teenager Shot During Engagement Party Celebratory Firing in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 13-year-old boy was injured by a bullet during celebratory firing at an engagement ceremony in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Delhi Bike Taxi Driver Arrested After Woman Alleges Molestation

Delhi Bike Taxi Driver Arrested After Woman Alleges Molestation

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 34-year-old bike taxi driver has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly molesting a female passenger during a ride. The woman reported the incident to the police, leading to the driver's arrest and the seizure of his motorcycle.

Water Dispute Turns Deadly: Man Bludgeoned to Death in Thane

Water Dispute Turns Deadly: Man Bludgeoned to Death in Thane

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 34-year-old man was allegedly murdered by his neighbour in Thane, Maharashtra, following a dispute over fetching water from a shared tap.

Arjun Maini to Race for HRT Ford Racing in 2026 DTM Season

Arjun Maini to Race for HRT Ford Racing in 2026 DTM Season

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian driver Arjun Maini will continue to race for HRT Ford Racing in the 2026 DTM season, the team announced.

Bhambri and Goransson Reach Indian Wells Semifinal

Bhambri and Goransson Reach Indian Wells Semifinal

Rediff.com4 days ago

Yuki Bhambri and his partner Andre Goransson have advanced to the semifinals of the Indian Wells Masters 1000 tournament after defeating Alexander Erler and Andrea Vavassori.

10 patients killed, 11 staff injured after massive fire at Odisha hospital

10 patients killed, 11 staff injured after massive fire at Odisha hospital

Rediff.com18 hours ago

A major fire at the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha resulted in the deaths of ten patients in the ICU. The Chief Minister has ordered a judicial probe and announced compensation for the victims' families.

India Boosts Disaster Relief: Centre Approves 1,912 Crore Aid

India Boosts Disaster Relief: Centre Approves 1,912 Crore Aid

Rediff.com3 days ago

The central government has approved additional financial assistance of 1,912.99 crore to five states and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, which were affected by various natural disasters in 2025.

Students Urged to Embrace AI Wisely, Not Fear It

Students Urged to Embrace AI Wisely, Not Fear It

Rediff.com1 days ago

At the D Y Patil International University's Foundation Day, experts advised students to embrace AI wisely, highlighting its potential and the importance of critical thinking in the digital age.

Woman's Body Recovered After Alleged Drowning of Daughters in Odisha Well

Woman's Body Recovered After Alleged Drowning of Daughters in Odisha Well

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Sambalpur, Odisha, recovered the body of a woman suspected of throwing her two young daughters into a well before taking her own life. An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.