News for 'New Year'

Study Shows Global Warming Accelerating Since 2015

Study Shows Global Warming Accelerating Since 2015

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A new study reveals that global warming has accelerated significantly since 2015, even after accounting for natural climate fluctuations. Researchers express concern that current efforts to curb emissions are insufficient to meet the Paris Agreement targets.

Trump Is Caught Between Two Bad Options

Trump Is Caught Between Two Bad Options

Rediff.com1 days ago

Fight on toward goals that keep receding, or exit with most objectives unmet. Trump is agitated, his poll numbers falling below the Plimsoll line, his base fractured between those who back the war and those who remember that he campaigned on ending them.

Ambala Police Arrest Three Youths with 2kg of Explosives

Ambala Police Arrest Three Youths with 2kg of Explosives

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ambala police arrested three youths and recovered nearly 2 kg of explosive material from them. An investigation is underway to determine the source and intended purpose of the explosives.

10 Jailed for Life in Rajasthan Over Cooperative Society Feud Murder

10 Jailed for Life in Rajasthan Over Cooperative Society Feud Murder

Rediff.com5 days ago

A special court in Kota, Rajasthan, sentenced ten individuals to life imprisonment for the 2019 murder of a police constable's brother, stemming from rivalry in a local cooperative society election.

Delhi Police Appeal for Peace Following Uttam Nagar Incident

Delhi Police Appeal for Peace Following Uttam Nagar Incident

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police have appealed to citizens to maintain peace and harmony following the death of a 26-year-old man during Holi celebrations in Uttam Nagar. The police are urging people not to spread rumours and misinformation on social media.

Lakshya Sen to focus on recovery and preparation after All England heartbreak

Lakshya Sen to focus on recovery and preparation after All England heartbreak

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen discusses the need to adapt his training and recovery strategies due to the physical demands of modern badminton, following his runner-up finish at the All England Open.

Kuldeep Yadav Wedding: Chahal Promises a Big Dance

Kuldeep Yadav Wedding: Chahal Promises a Big Dance

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal arrived in Dehradun to attend the wedding celebrations of fellow cricketer Kuldeep Yadav, who is set to marry his fiancee, Vanshika, in Mussoorie. The wedding is expected to be a private affair with several prominent cricket personalities in attendance.

Woman Found Dead in Delhi Hotel; Murder Investigation Launched

Woman Found Dead in Delhi Hotel; Murder Investigation Launched

Rediff.com4 days ago

A young woman was found dead in a Delhi hotel room under suspicious circumstances, leading police to launch a murder investigation and search for a male suspect.

Tejaswini Kolhapure: 'Today, People Look At Me Differently...'

Tejaswini Kolhapure: 'Today, People Look At Me Differently...'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'The challenge now is competition. There are so many actors competing for the same roles.'

Air Force Personnel Cleared in Molestation Case After 'Dream' Revelation

Air Force Personnel Cleared in Molestation Case After 'Dream' Revelation

Rediff.com5 days ago

An Indian Air Force personnel has been acquitted of molestation charges after his sister-in-law testified that the alleged incident was a dream. The court has also ordered proceedings against the complainant for presenting false evidence.

Assam Expels 12 Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants: Details Revealed

Assam Expels 12 Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants: Details Revealed

Rediff.com4 days ago

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the expulsion of 12 illegal immigrants from Bangladesh as part of the state's ongoing efforts to combat illegal immigration.

The Inspiring Journey Of Sreeja, UPSC AIR 57

The Inspiring Journey Of Sreeja, UPSC AIR 57

Rediff.com1 days ago

'India is at a critical juncture in this century. I want to be a part of the diplomatic team that works to make India great.'

Punjab Kings Unveil New Jersey For IPL 2026

Punjab Kings Unveil New Jersey For IPL 2026

Rediff.com5 days ago

Punjab Kings have unveiled their official match jersey for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), introducing a refreshed design while retaining the team's traditional red and blue colours.

Indian Teenager Shanker Heisnam Earns Maiden ATP Point at Kolkata ITF M25

Indian Teenager Shanker Heisnam Earns Maiden ATP Point at Kolkata ITF M25

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shanker Heisnam, a 19-year-old from Manipur, earned his first ATP ranking point by defeating Stijn Pel of the Netherlands at the Central Excise & CGST ITF M25 Kolkata. He will face top seed Luca Castelnuovo in the next round. Leo Borg, son of Bjorn Borg, also advanced.

Daughter's Tears of Joy as Kashmiri Separatist Shabir Shah Gets Bail

Daughter's Tears of Joy as Kashmiri Separatist Shabir Shah Gets Bail

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court granted bail to Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmad Shah, prompting an emotional response from his daughter, Sehar Shabir Shah, who described it as the end of a long wait for justice.

Delhi Police Disrupts Drug Network by Detaining Trafficker and Moving Him to Chennai

Delhi Police Disrupts Drug Network by Detaining Trafficker and Moving Him to Chennai

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police have detained a 44-year-old drug trafficker and moved him to a Chennai prison under the PITNDPS Act to disrupt narcotics supply chains.

SC halts execution in 2024 Madhya Pradesh child sexual assault and murder case

SC halts execution in 2024 Madhya Pradesh child sexual assault and murder case

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Supreme Court of India has stayed the execution of a man convicted of sexually assaulting and murdering a five-year-old girl in Madhya Pradesh in 2024, pending further investigation and review of the case.

Drug Addict Arrested for Vande Bharat Express Vandalism

Drug Addict Arrested for Vande Bharat Express Vandalism

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 23-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly throwing a stone at the Mumbai-Sainagar Shirdi Vande Bharat Express, causing damage and chaos among passengers.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Secures World Cup Berth Despite Loss to England in Qualifiers

Indian Women's Hockey Team Secures World Cup Berth Despite Loss to England in Qualifiers

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team qualified for the FIH Hockey World Cup despite losing to England in the qualifiers final.

Why World Cup Hero Shivam Dube Took Train Home

Why World Cup Hero Shivam Dube Took Train Home

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shivam Dube, fresh from winning the T20 World Cup, had to take a train home to Mumbai due to fully booked flights, disguising himself to avoid attention.

Sudipto Sen On Vipul Shah's Kerala Story Sequel Allegations

Sudipto Sen On Vipul Shah's Kerala Story Sequel Allegations

Rediff.com7 days ago

'No one can wipe-off our glorious collaboration in The Kerala Story and Bastar, from Indian cinema.' 'When we create history and are scrutiniSed in public, we must be extremely responsible in our behaviour and conduct.'

HC orders man to hand over child custody to mother

HC orders man to hand over child custody to mother

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Bombay High Court has ordered a man to hand over custody of his one-year-old daughter to his estranged wife, observing that the child's best interests lie with the mother as she is still being breastfed.

IAF man cleared in POCSO case as victim 'dreamt' of assault

IAF man cleared in POCSO case as victim 'dreamt' of assault

Rediff.com6 days ago

An Indian Air Force personnel has been acquitted of molestation charges after his sister-in-law admitted her allegations stemmed from a dream and a misunderstanding.

Super-Slim Xiaomi Pad 8 Debuts In India

Super-Slim Xiaomi Pad 8 Debuts In India

Rediff.com4 days ago

The device is one of the slimmest tablets, measuring a skinny 5.75 mm in thickness.

Gary Kirsten backs Gautam Gambhir's 'no superstar culture' stance

Gary Kirsten backs Gautam Gambhir's 'no superstar culture' stance

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former India coach Gary Kirsten backed Gautam Gambhir's call to move away from superstar culture, saying India's depth of talent -- driven by the Indian Premier League -- means the team should focus on winning trophies rather than individual milestones.

Indian Duo Withdraw from Swiss Open After Rankireddy's Shoulder Injury

Indian Duo Withdraw from Swiss Open After Rankireddy's Shoulder Injury

Rediff.com4 days ago

Top-seeded Indian men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty withdrew from the Swiss Open due to a shoulder injury sustained by Rankireddy.

India's T20 Team Aims for Olympic Gold After World Cup Triumph

India's T20 Team Aims for Olympic Gold After World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Following their T20 World Cup victory, the Indian cricket team, led by Suryakumar Yadav, is setting its sights on future tournaments, including the Olympics and the next T20 World Cup. Senior players like Hardik Pandya express their determination to continue India's dominance in the sport.

Japan issues emergency alert as North Korea fires missile

Japan issues emergency alert as North Korea fires missile

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tensions flared in East Asia on Saturday as the Japanese government issued an urgent warning following military activity from Pyongyang. The Prime Minister's Office of Japan, in a post on X, alerted the public to the developing situation, stating: '[Emergency alert] North Korea has launched a suspected ballistic missile. More updates to follow.'

Talwar and Sheoran Joint Leaders After Round Three of Indorama Ventures Open

Talwar and Sheoran Joint Leaders After Round Three of Indorama Ventures Open

Rediff.com3 days ago

Saptak Talwar and Dhruv Sheoran emerged as joint leaders after the third round of the DP World PGTI's Indorama Ventures Open Golf Championship, with Manu Gandas close behind.

Gary Kirsten to coach Sri Lanka until 2028

Gary Kirsten to coach Sri Lanka until 2028

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Gary Kirsten, the former India World Cup-winning coach, has been appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka cricket team on a two-year contract, aiming to strengthen the national side for major global events, including the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Indian Wells organisers apologise as Venus Williams misses out on doubles over draw error

Indian Wells organisers apologise as Venus Williams misses out on doubles over draw error

Rediff.com7 days ago

Organisers of the Indian Wells tennis tournament apologised to Venus Williams and her playing partner Leylah Fernandez after a clerical error ahead of the women's doubles draw denied the wildcard duo the opportunity to compete.

Holi Tragedy Unveiled: Teenager Allegedly Murders Friends in Nandgaon Pond

Holi Tragedy Unveiled: Teenager Allegedly Murders Friends in Nandgaon Pond

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 17-year-old boy is accused of murdering two friends by pushing them into a pond during Lathmar Holi celebrations near Nandgaon. CCTV footage revealed the crime, contradicting the initial report of accidental drowning.

Diksha Dagar, Vani Kapoor off to decent start at Women's Australian Open

Diksha Dagar, Vani Kapoor off to decent start at Women's Australian Open

Rediff.com5 days ago

Diksha Dagar and Vani Kapoor started well at the Women's Australian Open, while other Indian golfers struggled in the first round.

Tiger Attack Claims Life Near Maharashtra Tiger Reserve

Tiger Attack Claims Life Near Maharashtra Tiger Reserve

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 48-year-old man was killed by a tiger in the buffer zone of the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) in Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, while collecting firewood.

Government Boosts Kerosene Supply as LPG Alternative Amid West Asia Tensions

Government Boosts Kerosene Supply as LPG Alternative Amid West Asia Tensions

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Indian government has allocated an additional 40,000 kilolitres of kerosene to states as an alternative fuel to LPG, amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia. The government assures a comfortable crude oil supply situation in the country.

Man Killed at Wedding Over Old Dispute in Baghpat

Man Killed at Wedding Over Old Dispute in Baghpat

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 42-year-old man was shot dead at a wedding venue in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly by two young men due to an old dispute. One suspect has been arrested, and police are investigating the incident.

Man wanted in 2023 attempted murder and extortion case arrested at Mumbai airport

Man wanted in 2023 attempted murder and extortion case arrested at Mumbai airport

Rediff.com6 days ago

A history-sheeter, wanted in connection with a 2023 attempted murder and extortion case involving an organised crime syndicate, was arrested at Mumbai's international airport after arriving from Dubai.

Selectors question Hesson's control over Pakistan team

Selectors question Hesson's control over Pakistan team

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pakistani national selectors are reportedly unhappy with the level of authority given to white-ball head coach Mike Hesson in player selection, prompting calls for a review of the current selection structure.

Sonam Wangchuk released after govt revokes detention

Sonam Wangchuk released after govt revokes detention

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian government has revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was held under the National Security Act following protests in Ladakh.

Four More Arrested in Jharkhand Lynching Over Child-Lifter Suspicion

Four More Arrested in Jharkhand Lynching Over Child-Lifter Suspicion

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Jharkhand have arrested four more people in connection with the lynching of an elderly woman suspected of being a child-lifter, bringing the total number of arrests to eight. The incident occurred in Lagaba village, Gumla district, where the woman was beaten to death by villagers.