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U'khand avalanche: Bodies of two trekkers recovered; six still missing

U'khand avalanche: Bodies of two trekkers recovered; six still missing

Rediff.com15 hours ago

After five days of search to find eight trekkers missing on the Kedartal route in Uttarakhand, rescuers Tuesday recovered bodies of two persons buried in avalanche, officials said.

Slain MP Cop's Family Demands CBI Probe, Ministerial Job

Slain MP Cop's Family Demands CBI Probe, Ministerial Job

Rediff.com1 days ago

The family of Khategaon SHO Dilip Puri, who was killed early on Monday while intercepting an illicit liquor truck in Madhya Pradesh, has demanded a CBI probe, capital punishment for the accused, and a ministerial staff job for his wife. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav had announced a sub-inspector post and financial aid, but the family seeks a different position.

Santner reveals New Zealand's plan to counter Rohit, Kohli in ODI series

Santner reveals New Zealand's plan to counter Rohit, Kohli in ODI series

Rediff.com23 hours ago

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has outlined his team's bowling strategy to counter Indian batting stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the upcoming five-match ODI series, emphasising discipline and surface-specific tactics.

Muzaffarnagar Court Jails Four For Life In 2010 Dalit Farmer Attack

Muzaffarnagar Court Jails Four For Life In 2010 Dalit Farmer Attack

Rediff.com2 days ago

A special SC/ST Act court in Muzaffarnagar has sentenced four individuals, including a father and son, to life imprisonment for the attempted murder of a Dalit farmer during a 2010 land dispute. The convicts were also fined Rs 1,05,500 each for charges including attempt to murder and violations under the SC/ST Act.

Guwahati Hotel Firing Accused Dies In Police Encounter

Guwahati Hotel Firing Accused Dies In Police Encounter

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Ghanakanta Gogoi, the prime accused in the Guwahati hotel firing incident that claimed five lives, was killed in a police encounter in Assam's Sivasagar district early Wednesday. Police stated he was shot while allegedly attempting to escape from custody by snatching an officer's weapon.

ISRO's NavIC Gets New Lease Of Life

ISRO's NavIC Gets New Lease Of Life

Rediff.com23 hours ago

NavIC is India's independent, standalone navigation satellite system aimed at providing position, navigation and timing (PNT) services across India and around 1,500 km beyond the country's landmass.

Two Held For Alleged Cheetah Shooting In Sheopur

Two Held For Alleged Cheetah Shooting In Sheopur

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two men have been arrested in Madhya Pradesh's Sheopur district for allegedly shooting an Indian-born cheetah, KNG-22, last month. The cheetah was found injured on October 25 and died two days later. A special task force investigated the incident, leading to the recovery of the double-barrel muzzle-loading gun used in the crime and the arrest of the two siblings.

J&K Court Hands 20-Year Sentence In 2016 Minor Rape Case

J&K Court Hands 20-Year Sentence In 2016 Minor Rape Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Fast Track Court in Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, has sentenced Dawood Ahmad to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for the rape of a minor girl in a 2016 case. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 20,000. The case involved a 12-year-old victim who was sexually assaulted and threatened, subsequently giving birth to a child.

Seven Arrested In Jharkhand For Brutal Double Murder Over Land Dispute

Seven Arrested In Jharkhand For Brutal Double Murder Over Land Dispute

Rediff.com4 days ago

Seven individuals, including a man, have been arrested in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district for the alleged murder of his mother and sister over a land dispute. The victims' bodies were reportedly burnt and buried in a cave.

Maharashtra Credit Society Directors Face Cheating Charges

Maharashtra Credit Society Directors Face Cheating Charges

Rediff.com2 days ago

Six individuals, including three directors of Hingoli Urban Nidhi Ltd, have been booked for allegedly defrauding 61 depositors of Rs 1.69 crore. The credit society promised attractive returns and insurance cover but failed to repay investments made between May 2020 and March 2024, eventually shutting down its office. The Economic Offences Wing is investigating the case.

Alexander Zverev to become world number one after Vienna Open victory

Alexander Zverev to become world number one after Vienna Open victory

Rediff.com5 days ago

'...Sometimes you've got to wait for the best things in life': Alexander Zverev only second German after Boris Becker to become World No. 1.

Erik ten Hag: Relegation 'Certainly Possible' for Manchester United

Erik ten Hag: Relegation 'Certainly Possible' for Manchester United

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has warned that relegation is a 'real possibility' for the club, citing the Premier League's strength, after their recent 2-0 loss to Chelsea left them just one spot above the drop zone. United are currently 17th with seven points from nine games and are on their longest winless run since 1984.

Major Drug Bust In Lohardaga: Eight Peddlers Apprehended

Major Drug Bust In Lohardaga: Eight Peddlers Apprehended

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Lohardaga, Jharkhand, arrested eight inter-district drug peddlers and seized 98 grams of brown sugar worth Rs 20 lakh. The arrests were made during a raid on an under-construction house, and an SUV was also confiscated. An FIR has been registered under the NDPS Act.

Cash Gifts: How To Avoid Income Tax Trouble

Cash Gifts: How To Avoid Income Tax Trouble

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Gifts from parents, spouse, children, siblings, grandparents, uncles and aunts are exempt regardless of amount.

Meet F1's Youngest 5 World Champions

Meet F1's Youngest 5 World Champions

Rediff.com1 days ago

Italy's Kimi Antonelli, who turned 20 last August 25, became Formula One's youngest world champion at the Mexico City Grand Prix on Sunday.

Manufacturing Sector Sees Softer Growth in October, PMI at 54.7

Manufacturing Sector Sees Softer Growth in October, PMI at 54.7

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's manufacturing sector activity saw a moderated growth in October, with the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) falling to 54.7 from 55.1 in September, driven by softer increases in output and new orders, though strong international demand provided some support.

Noida Police Encounter: Wanted Criminal Shot Dead, Two Cops Injured

Noida Police Encounter: Wanted Criminal Shot Dead, Two Cops Injured

Rediff.com3 days ago

A wanted criminal, Aman Tyagi, carrying a reward of Rs 50,000, was killed in an encounter with Noida Police on Saturday night. Two police personnel were injured in the exchange of fire. Tyagi had over 20 criminal cases registered against him.

Autorickshaw Driver Jailed For Brutal Knife Attack On Wife

Autorickshaw Driver Jailed For Brutal Knife Attack On Wife

Rediff.com4 days ago

A court in Maharashtra's Thane district has sentenced a 32-year-old autorickshaw driver to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment for attempting to murder his estranged wife and stabbing a man who intervened. The attack, which occurred in November 2021, left his wife with a 40% permanent disability in both hands.

Kochi Man Kills Mother For Refusing Alcohol Money

Kochi Man Kills Mother For Refusing Alcohol Money

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 52-year-old man in Fort Kochi was arrested for allegedly murdering his 78-year-old mother after she refused to give him money to buy liquor. The accused, Kannan, reportedly frequently assaulted his mother for alcohol money and also had a dispute over an LPG cylinder.

Gurdwara Firing Staged For Police Protection, One Arrested

Gurdwara Firing Staged For Police Protection, One Arrested

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Ludhiana have arrested Sandeep Singh in connection with a staged firing incident at Gurdwara Gopalsar Sahib. The event was allegedly orchestrated by Baba Amarjit Singh of the gurdwara to obtain police protection. Sandeep Singh fired two rounds and dropped a threatening letter on October 27, using an illegal weapon. Police are now searching for Baba Amarjit Singh.

Police Open Fire To Apprehend Chainsaw Attacker

Police Open Fire To Apprehend Chainsaw Attacker

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, shot and apprehended a man accused of attacking two schoolgirls with a chainsaw. The suspect, Hemant, was nabbed after he allegedly attacked police personnel attempting to arrest him in a forest area, leading officers to open fire. He sustained serious injuries, while one of his victims remains critically injured.

Nanded Man Sentenced To Life For Fratricide Over Land Dispute

Nanded Man Sentenced To Life For Fratricide Over Land Dispute

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man in Nanded has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his brother in 2023. The crime occurred due to a dispute over a farm plot, where the accused bludgeoned his brother to death with a stone.

Manisha Bhanwala becomes India's first woman world wrestling champion

Manisha Bhanwala becomes India's first woman world wrestling champion

Rediff.com4 days ago

Manisha Bhanwala has made history by becoming India's first woman World Champion in wrestling, securing a gold medal in the women's 59kg final at the World Championships. She achieved a remarkable comeback, overcoming a six-point deficit against American Abigail Nette to win 8-6 on Friday. This triumph marks a significant milestone for Indian wrestling, following only legendary Sushil Kumar's feat in 2010.

Land Dispute Turns Violent: UP Minister's Family Members Injured

Land Dispute Turns Violent: UP Minister's Family Members Injured

Rediff.com1 days ago

The elder sister of Uttar Pradesh Minister of State Krishna Paswan and her pregnant daughter-in-law were allegedly injured in a clash between two groups over a disputed piece of land in Fatehpur district. The incident involved alleged assault with sticks, fists, and kicks, and threats to kill, leading to an FIR under relevant sections, including the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

Tractor-Trolley Dispute Leads To Baghpat Village Clash

Tractor-Trolley Dispute Leads To Baghpat Village Clash

Rediff.com3 days ago

A dispute over a tractor-trolley brushing against a young man escalated into a violent clash between two groups in Kheda Hatana village, Baghpat district, on Saturday. The incident involved stone-throwing and gunfire, resulting in seven injuries, including one gunshot wound. Police have registered a case and deployed personnel to the village.

How Latur Police Busted Prostitution Racket, Rescued Woman

How Latur Police Busted Prostitution Racket, Rescued Woman

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Latur, Maharashtra, have busted an alleged prostitution racket, arresting two individuals and rescuing a 21-year-old woman. The operation involved a decoy customer, leading to a raid where the victim revealed she was forced into the illegal activity. A case has been registered under relevant laws.

Supreme Court Upholds Conviction Of Conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar

Supreme Court Upholds Conviction Of Conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a plea by alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar seeking a stay on his conviction in a criminal case. Chandrasekhar was previously convicted and sentenced to eight years in jail by a Delhi court for impersonating a Supreme Court judge to influence a special judge for bail in a 2017 corruption case. The Delhi High Court had also dismissed his application for a stay on his conviction.

Gurugram Police Uncover Major Interstate Illegal Arms Supply Network

Gurugram Police Uncover Major Interstate Illegal Arms Supply Network

Rediff.com1 days ago

Gurugram police have dismantled an interstate illegal arms supply network, arresting four individuals and seizing a total of 13 illegal pistols and 27 magazines. The operation began with two arrests on October 29, leading to further arrests on Sunday of individuals transporting weapons from Madhya Pradesh for distribution in the Delhi-NCR region. The accused had been involved in arms trafficking for four years, earning significant commissions.

Maha FDA suspends licence of Patanjali super distributor

Maha FDA suspends licence of Patanjali super distributor

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended licenses of 19 food businesses and seized food articles worth over Rs 9 crore during a special festive-season drive. This included Patanjali cow ghee from a super distributor due to suspected misbranding and adulteration. The drive also led to seizures from other major retailers and manufacturers, with 13 FIRs registered and 16 arrests. Additionally, the FSSAI issued show-cause notices to several companies, including Tata 1mg and Amazon, over alleged labelling and advertising violations.

Unlimited Health Cover Sounds Great. What's The Catch?

Unlimited Health Cover Sounds Great. What's The Catch?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2026

Unlimited health insurance plans offer a financial cushion against mounting medical bills, but buyers must look beyond the coverage amount and understand the fine print, including exclusions, waiting periods, and co-payments, before committing to the high premiums.

Odisha Police Arrest Nine In Jana Seva Kendra Owner Murder Case

Odisha Police Arrest Nine In Jana Seva Kendra Owner Murder Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Odisha's Keonjhar district have arrested nine individuals, including three juveniles, for the murder of Jana Seva Kendra owner Trilochan Mohant. The victim was attacked with sharp weapons and shot during a robbery attempt on Wednesday night while returning home with his day's earnings.

Shami strikes, but Maharashtra take crucial Bengal lead

Shami strikes, but Maharashtra take crucial Bengal lead

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Maharashtra, powered by Tanay Sanghvi's maiden fifty and a crucial last-wicket stand with Pradeep Dadhe, secured a 64-run first-innings lead against Bengal on day two of their Ranji Trophy Group C match. Despite being reduced to 64 for six, Maharashtra's lower order showed resilience to surpass Bengal's total of 143.

IOA Athletes' Commission Elections: Who Is In The Fray?

IOA Athletes' Commission Elections: Who Is In The Fray?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ace shuttler Kidambi Srikanth has withdrawn his candidature from the Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) Athletes' Commission polls, leaving 10 contestants for nine positions. Olympic medallists PV Sindhu and Mirabai Chanu are prominent candidates in the virtual elections scheduled for Tuesday. The commission's rules mandate specific representation for medallists and Olympians, with Manjeet Singh already elected unopposed.

Father Alleges Conspiracy In Teenager's Murder Case

Father Alleges Conspiracy In Teenager's Murder Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 17-year-old boy, Abhiram, was found murdered in Thiruvananthapuram, his body dumped in a sack. Police have arrested an 18-year-old girl, a teenage boy, and another man, Umar, in connection with the case. Abhiram's father has raised serious doubts about the investigation, alleging a larger conspiracy and questioning the role of the juvenile accused, suggesting he might be shielding others.

6 Benefits Of A Cold Shower

6 Benefits Of A Cold Shower

Rediff.com5 days ago

Consider opting for cold showers as often as you can. They are good for you.

Are Airport Scales Overweighing Your Luggage?

Are Airport Scales Overweighing Your Luggage?

Rediff.com2 days ago

6 out of 10 flyers had experienced higher baggage weights at airport check-in than at home.

Delhi Court Convicts Woman For 2 Kg Ganja Possession

Delhi Court Convicts Woman For 2 Kg Ganja Possession

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Delhi court has convicted a woman, Asma, under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act for possessing over 2 kg of ganja, rejecting her defence that the contraband was planted by police. The court found the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, despite defence arguments regarding lack of independent witnesses and procedural lapses.

Woman Convicted For Ganja Possession In Delhi

Woman Convicted For Ganja Possession In Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Delhi court has convicted a woman, Asma, under the NDPS Act for possessing over 2 kg of ganja, rejecting her defence that the contraband was planted by police. The court found the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, with the matter now listed for arguments on the quantum of sentence.

PSG hit Villarreal for six; Manchester Utd fight back

PSG hit Villarreal for six; Manchester Utd fight back

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Bayern Munich and Paris St Germain secured significant victories in the Champions League on Tuesday, while Manchester United staged a dramatic comeback against AS Roma. Barcelona and Inter Milan also recorded convincing wins, with matches across Europe observing a moment of silence for Jesus de Miguel.

Assam Police Uncovers Major Financial Fraud Linked To Pakistan Operatives

Assam Police Uncovers Major Financial Fraud Linked To Pakistan Operatives

Rediff.com1 days ago

Assam Police's Special Task Force has arrested six individuals for allegedly running an organised financial fraud racket using mule bank accounts. The operation, which began on October 28, uncovered suspicious transactions amounting to lakhs of rupees and revealed potential links to Pakistan Intelligence Operatives. Investigations are ongoing to dismantle the syndicate and trace the fraudulent funds.