News for 'New Year'

Distressed Man Found Dead in Beed Sugarcane Field; Suicide Suspected

Distressed Man Found Dead in Beed Sugarcane Field; Suicide Suspected

Rediff.com1 days ago

The charred remains of a 60-year-old man were discovered in a sugarcane field in Beed, Maharashtra. Police suspect suicide due to the man's illness and mental distress.

Suryakumar Yadav on Test Cricket Dreams and T20 Mastery

Suryakumar Yadav on Test Cricket Dreams and T20 Mastery

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Suryakumar Yadav discusses his desire to play Test cricket, his challenges with the ODI format, and his comfort and mastery in T20 cricket in an exclusive interview.

Lucknow Man and Wife Arrested in Son's Death: Property Dispute Suspected

Lucknow Man and Wife Arrested in Son's Death: Property Dispute Suspected

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man and his second wife have been arrested in Lucknow for allegedly murdering his four-year-old son. The child's maternal grandmother filed a complaint, alleging the couple killed the boy out of greed for property. Police recovered several items allegedly used in the crime.

Five Arrested in Connection with AIIMS Rajkot Doctor's Suicide

Five Arrested in Connection with AIIMS Rajkot Doctor's Suicide

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Five people have been arrested in connection with the suicide of an intern doctor at AIIMS Rajkot, who left a note alleging assault by classmates.

Bengaluru: Man on the Run After Allegedly Killing Wife in Domestic Dispute

Bengaluru: Man on the Run After Allegedly Killing Wife in Domestic Dispute

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A 45-year-old woman in Bengaluru was allegedly murdered by her husband following a domestic dispute. Police have launched a manhunt for the accused, who fled the scene after the incident.

History at Emirates: Dowman, 16, becomes youngest EPL scorer

History at Emirates: Dowman, 16, becomes youngest EPL scorer

Rediff.com1 days ago

Arsenal teenager Max Dowman made Premier League history by scoring at 16 years and 73 days in a 2-0 win over Everton, becoming the youngest scorer in the competition.

Key Member of Dhingra Gang Arrested in Delhi

Key Member of Dhingra Gang Arrested in Delhi

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested Javed alias Kallu Dada, a 29-year-old member of the Sheikh Firoz alias Saiful alias Dhingra gang, who was wanted in connection with an armed assault case in Jahangir Puri.

Right-Wing Groups Protest Delhi Murder, Seek Justice for Victim

Right-Wing Groups Protest Delhi Murder, Seek Justice for Victim

Rediff.com1 days ago

Members of right-wing Hindu organisations protested in Delhi's Uttam Nagar over the killing of a 26-year-old man, demanding strict action against those responsible and support for the victim's family.

Isha Ambani's STUNNING Oscar Debut!

Isha Ambani's STUNNING Oscar Debut!

Rediff.com10 hours ago

The managing director of Reliance Retail Ventures Limited turned heads in a vintage Valentino for her debut at the Oscars 2026.

Aryna Sabalenka edges Rybakina in final to end Indian Wells hoodoo!

Aryna Sabalenka edges Rybakina in final to end Indian Wells hoodoo!

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Aryna Sabalenka finally conquered her Indian Wells demons on Sunday, defeating Elena Rybakina 3-6, 6-3, 7-6(6) in a breathless final to claim the desert title for the first time.

Three Die in Suspected Suicides Across Etawah District

Three Die in Suspected Suicides Across Etawah District

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh are investigating three separate incidents in which individuals allegedly died by suicide. The victims include a 21-year-old woman, a 27-year-old woman, and a 35-year-old man.

India's January power demand hits 16-year high at 143 billion units

India's January power demand hits 16-year high at 143 billion units

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

India's power demand rose 4.5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to 143 billion units (BUs) in January, marking the highest consumption for the month since 2010, primarily on the back of severe cold wave conditions across northern and eastern regions of the country.

Law Student's Death Near Jhansi Railway Track Sparks Investigation

Law Student's Death Near Jhansi Railway Track Sparks Investigation

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 19-year-old law student was found dead near a railway track in Jhansi, India, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Nepal down Scotland to end 12-year winless run in T20 World Cup

Nepal down Scotland to end 12-year winless run in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Dipendra Singh Airee's quickfire fifty and Sompal Kami's three-wicket haul helped Nepal overpower Scotland to end their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign on a high, in Mumbai on Tuesday.

Sayali Satghare credits hard work for success, sets sights on bigger goals

Sayali Satghare credits hard work for success, sets sights on bigger goals

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sayali Satghare attributes her success to years of dedication and is eager to make a significant impact for India on the international stage and in T20 leagues. She played a key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's WPL victory and made her Test debut this month.

Passenger vehicle dispatches rise 10.6% in Feb to 4,17,705 units: SIAM

Passenger vehicle dispatches rise 10.6% in Feb to 4,17,705 units: SIAM

Rediff.com3 days ago

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India rose 10.6% in February, driven by utility vehicles and two-wheelers, but the industry remains cautious due to geopolitical tensions.

Sanju Samson foresees India's reign in global cricket after T20 World Cup win

Sanju Samson foresees India's reign in global cricket after T20 World Cup win

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Sanju Samson believes India is poised to dominate global cricket for years to come following their T20 World Cup victory. He also reflected on his pivotal role in the team's success.

Jannik Sinner wins first Indian Wells title to join Federer, Djokovic in elite list

Jannik Sinner wins first Indian Wells title to join Federer, Djokovic in elite list

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Jannik Sinner is only the third player in history to win all six ATP Masters 1000 hard-court titles, joining Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer

Nagpur Teenager's Death: Police Investigate Suicide at Empress Mall

Nagpur Teenager's Death: Police Investigate Suicide at Empress Mall

Rediff.com23 hours ago

An 18-year-old boy was found dead in a Nagpur shopping mall in a suspected suicide. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Salman Khan's Battle Of Galwan Retitled Maatrubhumi

Salman Khan's Battle Of Galwan Retitled Maatrubhumi

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The new title is likely inspired by the film's first track Maatrubhumi, sung by Arijit Singh.

Chennai History-Sheeter Thoppai Ganesan Dies in Police Encounter

Chennai History-Sheeter Thoppai Ganesan Dies in Police Encounter

Rediff.com11 hours ago

A notorious history-sheeter, Thoppai Ganesan, with over 30 criminal cases, including five murders, was killed in a police encounter in Chennai's Madhavaram area.

West Bengal elections: BJP, Left put out first list; Suvendu to take on Mamata again

West Bengal elections: BJP, Left put out first list; Suvendu to take on Mamata again

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The BJP has released its first list of candidates for the West Bengal assembly polls, featuring Suvendu Adhikari against Mamata Banerjee in a high-stakes electoral battle. The Left Front has also announced its initial list of candidates, setting the stage for a crucial election.

Punjab CM Accuses Centre of 'VIP Treatment' to Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi

Punjab CM Accuses Centre of 'VIP Treatment' to Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has accused the central government of providing 'VIP treatment' to gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, criticising perceived double standards in dealing with crime.

2 dead as car crashes at 150 kmph while filming reel

2 dead as car crashes at 150 kmph while filming reel

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 20-year-old man and his friend died in a car crash in Gujarat after he allegedly drove at 150 km/h while recording videos for social media. Police are investigating the incident and the car's ownership.

EPL PIX: Arsenal stretch lead as City held by West Ham

EPL PIX: Arsenal stretch lead as City held by West Ham

Rediff.com1 days ago

Arsenal moved nine points clear in the Premier League after beating Everton 2-0 as 16-year-old Max Dowman became the youngest scorer in league history, while Manchester City dropped points at West Ham.

Uthappa: Sooryavanshi riding luck, tougher tests ahead

Uthappa: Sooryavanshi riding luck, tougher tests ahead

Rediff.com1 days ago

Robin Uthappa says teenage IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may be riding his luck and faces tougher tests ahead, while Irfan Pathan backs the youngster to continue his stunning run.

Samrat Rana, Gulveer Singh Among New Additions to TOPS Core Group

Samrat Rana, Gulveer Singh Among New Additions to TOPS Core Group

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated, with rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh joining, while underperforming athletes such as H.S. Prannoy and Deepak Punia have been dropped.

Fitch warns costlier oil could lift inflation, slow India's growth in H1FY27

Fitch warns costlier oil could lift inflation, slow India's growth in H1FY27

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Fitch Ratings on Friday said persistently higher oil prices could cause India's retail inflation to rise faster than the expected gradual pace, and lead to a slowdown in economic growth in the first half of financial year 2026-27 (FY27).

Heading home after a year, Bihar labourer falls to death in Delhi manhole

Heading home after a year, Bihar labourer falls to death in Delhi manhole

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

His death leaves behind an elderly mother, his wife and three children all under the age of five.

Samrat Rana, Gulveer Singh Among New Additions to TOPS Core Group

Samrat Rana, Gulveer Singh Among New Additions to TOPS Core Group

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated with the inclusion of rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh, while some established athletes have been dropped due to performance issues.

Weight Loss Drugs Set to Flood India

Weight Loss Drugs Set to Flood India

Rediff.com4 hours ago

While the introduction of branded generics is likely to accelerate volumes for GLP-1 agonists, value growth may moderate because of price erosion.

Man Injects Woman With HIV-Infected Blood After Wedding Cancelled

Man Injects Woman With HIV-Infected Blood After Wedding Cancelled

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 24-year-old man in Hyderabad allegedly injected a 22-year-old woman with HIV-infected blood after her parents called off their wedding due to his HIV-positive status. He has been arrested and charged with attempted murder.

Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma to lead India's charge at Orleans Masters after Prannoy injury

Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma to lead India's charge at Orleans Masters after Prannoy injury

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Young badminton players Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma will lead the Indian contingent at the Orleans Masters Super 300 tournament after HS Prannoy's withdrawal due to a shoulder injury.

Mayank Chakraborty Makes History As India's 94th Chess Grandmaster

Mayank Chakraborty Makes History As India's 94th Chess Grandmaster

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mayank Chakraborty, a 17-year-old from Assam, has become India's 94th Grandmaster in chess.

Why Hardik's leadership key to Mumbai Indians' IPL success

Why Hardik's leadership key to Mumbai Indians' IPL success

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh believes Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya needs to lead from the front if the team is to win the upcoming IPL.

Aakash Chopra flags Gujarat Titans' batting concerns ahead of IPL 2026

Aakash Chopra flags Gujarat Titans' batting concerns ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former India opener Aakash Chopra has pointed out the real chink in the armour for Gujarat Titans ahead of the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), highlighting the Shubman Gill-led side's heavy dependence on their top-order and the poor form of star batter Jos Buttler.

Oscars 2026: Zoe Saldana Looks Wow On The Red Carpet

Oscars 2026: Zoe Saldana Looks Wow On The Red Carpet

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Hollywood's A-listers added glamour and style on the red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Heartbreak for Yuki Bhambri In Indian Wells Doubles Semi-Final

Heartbreak for Yuki Bhambri In Indian Wells Doubles Semi-Final

Rediff.com2 days ago

Yuki Bhambri and Andre Goransson's impressive run at the Indian Wells Masters came to an end after a semi-final loss to Arthur Rinderknech and Valentin Vacherot.

West Bengal Election Watch: Criminal Cases Against Sitting MLAs

West Bengal Election Watch: Criminal Cases Against Sitting MLAs

Rediff.com33 minutes ago

A report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) reveals that a significant percentage of sitting MLAs in West Bengal, where assembly polls are scheduled, have declared criminal cases against themselves.

Teen Arrested, Juvenile Apprehended in Delhi Stabbing After Intervention

Teen Arrested, Juvenile Apprehended in Delhi Stabbing After Intervention

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested an 18-year-old and apprehended a juvenile for allegedly attacking a man with a knife in Jahangir Puri after he intervened in their assault on another boy.