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Japan issues emergency alert as North Korea fires missile

Japan issues emergency alert as North Korea fires missile

Rediff.com4 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.'

Rodriguez Double Propels NorthEast United to Victory Over Jamshedpur

Rodriguez Double Propels NorthEast United to Victory Over Jamshedpur

Rediff.com3 days ago

NorthEast United FC secured their first win of the Indian Super League season with a 2-1 victory over Jamshedpur FC, thanks to two goals from Andy Rodriguez.

MP Urges Centre to Enact Law Against Discrimination Towards North-Eastern Citizens

MP Urges Centre to Enact Law Against Discrimination Towards North-Eastern Citizens

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

BJP MP Tapir Gao has called on the central government to enact a law to protect people from the northeast from discrimination and atrocities outside their home states, following an alleged assault on a Manipuri woman in Delhi.

Punjab FC fight back to split points with NorthEast United FC in Indian Super League

Punjab FC fight back to split points with NorthEast United FC in Indian Super League

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Punjab FC and NorthEast United FC played to a 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League match, with second-half goals from both sides.

North East Insurgents Go High-Tech, Boost Arsenal

North East Insurgents Go High-Tech, Boost Arsenal

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

The same technologies that enable State forces to monitor and strike insurgent camps are now being mirrored by non-State actors with increasing sophistication.

ISL: NorthEast United hold Bengaluru FC; Mumbai City down Kerala Blasters

ISL: NorthEast United hold Bengaluru FC; Mumbai City down Kerala Blasters

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Bengaluru FC and NorthEast United FC played a 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League match.

Kim Ju Ae, The Teenager Who Will Rule North Korea One Day

Kim Ju Ae, The Teenager Who Will Rule North Korea One Day

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un frequently appears in public with his daughter Kim Ju Ae, signaling her potential role as his successor.

60-foot iron bridge collapses into drain in Delhi, woman dies

60-foot iron bridge collapses into drain in Delhi, woman dies

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 60-foot iron bridge collapsed in Delhi's Roop Nagar, resulting in the death of a woman. Rescue teams responded to the scene.

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

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

Rediff.com4 days ago

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

In fresh reshuffle, EC transfers 19 senior police officers in poll-bound Bengal

In fresh reshuffle, EC transfers 19 senior police officers in poll-bound Bengal

Rediff.com1 days ago

In a significant move before the West Bengal assembly elections, the Election Commission has ordered a major reshuffle of the state's police force, transferring 19 senior officers to ensure fair and secure elections.

OTT Shows Are Driving North East Tourism

OTT Shows Are Driving North East Tourism

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Cities across the north east have recorded significant year-on-year growth in air traffic, pointing to a clear link between screen exposure and travel intent.

BJP Protests Arrests Following Clash Before Modi's Kolkata Rally

BJP Protests Arrests Following Clash Before Modi's Kolkata Rally

Rediff.com3 days ago

BJP workers protested in Baranagar, Kolkata, demanding the release of party members arrested in connection with a clash that occurred before Prime Minister Modi's rally. The protest disrupted traffic and led to allegations of false implication and political motivation.

Suryakumar Yadav, Devisha Expecting Their First Child

Suryakumar Yadav, Devisha Expecting Their First Child

Rediff.com1 days ago

World Cup winning captain Suryakumar Yadav and his wife Devisha Shetty are expecting their first child, almost a decade after their wedding. A video from Devisha's baby shower has surfaced online, with fans congratulating the couple.

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Three individuals of Indian origin have been killed in Canada in separate incidents, raising concerns about potential hate crimes and prompting investigations by Canadian authorities.

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Three individuals of Indian origin have been killed in Canada in separate incidents, raising concerns about potential hate crimes and prompting investigations by Canadian authorities.

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

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

Rediff.com7 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.

Shilpa Shetty, Huma Qureshi, Sargun Mehta Mingle

Shilpa Shetty, Huma Qureshi, Sargun Mehta Mingle

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ektaa Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms has announced the launch of Hoonur, a new talent management company aimed at nurturing artists and strengthening storytelling in the entertainment industry.

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Rediff.com7 days ago

'In Manipur, we have this thing called shaman where you get possessed. Making Boong possessed us.'

Air India tickets to get costlier as airline levies fuel surcharge

Air India tickets to get costlier as airline levies fuel surcharge

Rediff.com7 days ago

Air India and Air India Express are introducing a fuel surcharge on domestic and international flights due to rising jet fuel prices, impacting travel costs for passengers.

Girls in North India told to stay home, bear children: Tamil Nadu MP

Girls in North India told to stay home, bear children: Tamil Nadu MP

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

DMK leader Dayanidhi Maran sparked controversy by contrasting women's education in Tamil Nadu with the situation in North India, claiming that women in the North are encouraged to stay home and bear children.

DU Student Arrested for Murdering Woman Over Marriage Pressure

DU Student Arrested for Murdering Woman Over Marriage Pressure

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a 24-year-old Delhi University student for allegedly strangling a woman to death in a hotel room in Old Delhi after she pressured him to marry her.

Delhi Police Seize Hundreds of LPG Cylinders in Black Market Bust

Delhi Police Seize Hundreds of LPG Cylinders in Black Market Bust

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have registered multiple FIRs and seized hundreds of LPG cylinders in a crackdown on illegal storage, refilling, and black marketing operations amid concerns of potential supply shortages.

Recipe: Sunita's Carrot Halwa Laddoos

Recipe: Sunita's Carrot Halwa Laddoos

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sunita Harisinghani tranforms traditional carrot halwa into bite-sized Gajjar Halwa Laddoos that will make your sweet tooth dizzy with excitement.

'Nitish May Have Been Moved Aside, But Nitishism Is Not Over'

'Nitish May Have Been Moved Aside, But Nitishism Is Not Over'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Nitish Kumar may be marginalised as an office-holder, but that is not the same thing as the disappearance of Nitish Kumar's politics.'

Mumbai Man Stabbed to Death After Parking Argument; Suspect Arrested

Mumbai Man Stabbed to Death After Parking Argument; Suspect Arrested

Rediff.com5 days ago

A man was stabbed to death in Dahisar, Mumbai, following a dispute over motorcycle parking. The accused was arrested within an hour of the incident.

Licious bets big on micro mkts within cities

Licious bets big on micro mkts within cities

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Direct-to-consumer meat and seafood platform Licious is betting big on "micro markets" within cities as the next lever of growth.

Narcotics Control Bureau nabs two drug peddlers, seizes 2.6 crore worth of ganja in Assam

Narcotics Control Bureau nabs two drug peddlers, seizes 2.6 crore worth of ganja in Assam

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized over 500 kg of ganja worth 2.6 crore and arrested two peddlers in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The drugs were being transported from Manipur to West Bengal.

Himanta Warns Bangladesh Over Threats To North East

Himanta Warns Bangladesh Over Threats To North East

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Bangladesh needed to be clearly told that New Delhi would respond firmly if such rhetoric continued.

Recipe: Ruchira's Stuffed Shimla Mirch

Recipe: Ruchira's Stuffed Shimla Mirch

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jazz up green bell peppersto make a special accompaniment to your rotis or bhakri or bhaath.

Moscow Reports Interception of 28 Ukrainian Drones

Moscow Reports Interception of 28 Ukrainian Drones

Rediff.com3 days ago

Russian air defence units reportedly destroyed 28 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow, marking the second consecutive day of such incidents. Airport operations were temporarily suspended due to the drone attacks.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect in Bawana Murder Linked to Property Feud

Delhi Police Nab Suspect in Bawana Murder Linked to Property Feud

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a 24-year-old man in connection with the murder of a 24-year-old man in Bawana, outer north Delhi. The murder was allegedly motivated by a property dispute.

Gogi Gang Shooters Arrested After Shootout in Delhi

Gogi Gang Shooters Arrested After Shootout in Delhi

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police arrested two alleged shooters linked to the Gogi gang after a brief exchange of fire in Narela. One suspect was injured and hospitalised. Both suspects are linked to multiple criminal cases.

Iran begins new 'heavy strikes' in region: IRGC

Iran begins new 'heavy strikes' in region: IRGC

Rediff.com20 hours ago

The IRGC had announced earlier that it was carrying out an intense wave of attacks on US and Israeli positons throughout the region since dawn, using missiles as well as drones.

Odisha Man Arrested for Arson in Similipal Wildlife Sanctuary

Odisha Man Arrested for Arson in Similipal Wildlife Sanctuary

Rediff.com7 days ago

A man has been arrested for allegedly setting fire inside the Similipal Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha, India.

Egg White Protein Shows Promise in Removing PFAS from Water

Egg White Protein Shows Promise in Removing PFAS from Water

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A new study reveals that ovalbumin, the main protein in egg whites, can effectively bind and remove per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from contaminated water, presenting a sustainable solution for tackling these persistent chemicals.

One Killed, 19 Injured in Pakistan Suicide Bombing

One Killed, 19 Injured in Pakistan Suicide Bombing

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A suicide bombing at a checkpost in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has resulted in one death and 19 injuries, including security personnel. The attack, claimed to be targeting civilians by the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), has prompted a security response and condemnation from the Chief Minister.

India's Boxing Stars Shine at World Boxing Futures Cup, Advancing to Finals

India's Boxing Stars Shine at World Boxing Futures Cup, Advancing to Finals

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian boxers Chandrika, Gunjan, Joyshree Devi, and Ambekar Meetei have advanced to the finals of the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok after winning their semifinal matches. Radhamani Longjam secured a bronze medal.

Assam: NCB Busts Drug Trafficking Ring Ahead of Elections

Assam: NCB Busts Drug Trafficking Ring Ahead of Elections

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized 524.9 kg of ganja worth approximately Rs 2.6 crore in Assam and arrested two individuals as part of increased operations before the upcoming Assembly elections in Assam and West Bengal.

Gogi Gang Shooters Apprehended After Shootout in Delhi

Gogi Gang Shooters Apprehended After Shootout in Delhi

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police arrested two alleged shooters linked to the Gogi gang after a brief exchange of fire in Narela industrial area of outer north Delhi.

Trump livid as NATO allies refuse help on Hormuz Strait

Trump livid as NATO allies refuse help on Hormuz Strait

Rediff.com22 hours ago

President Trump asserts the US military has decimated Iran's forces and no longer requires assistance from NATO allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz, despite earlier requests for support.