News for 'Official Communication Is Key'

Sreejesh Voices Frustration Over Hockey India Coaching Decision

Sreejesh Voices Frustration Over Hockey India Coaching Decision

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Former India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh has publicly criticised Hockey India's decision to remove him as junior men's team coach after 17 months, questioning the preference for foreign coaches. Hockey India has rejected Sreejesh's claims, stating his contract ended as scheduled and a new coach was selected through a formal process.

Sreejesh Voices Frustration Over Hockey India's Coaching Decisions

Sreejesh Voices Frustration Over Hockey India's Coaching Decisions

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Former India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh has publicly criticised Hockey India for removing him from his role as junior men's team coach after just 17 months, questioning the organisation's preference for foreign coaches. Hockey India has rejected Sreejesh's claims, stating that his contract ended as scheduled and a new coach was selected through a formal process.

Vijay Must Demonstrate His Government Doesn't Engage In Theft

Vijay Must Demonstrate His Government Doesn't Engage In Theft

Rediff.com27 May 2026

If TVK MLAs and ministers are perceived as clean, or demonstrably cleaner than their predecessors, the credibility dividend will be enormous. The voter will feel rewarded, points out Ramesh Menon.

AIADMK rift deepens as rebel camp seeks EPS' disqualification as MLA

AIADMK rift deepens as rebel camp seeks EPS' disqualification as MLA

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The AIADMK is facing a deeper crisis as factions clash over the floor test of the TVK government, with accusations of defying party directives and demands for disqualification under the anti-defection law.

Khalistan terror module behind failed Patiala railway blast

Khalistan terror module behind failed Patiala railway blast

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A pro-Khalistan terror module was busted after a blast at a freight corridor railway track near Shambhu, Patiala. One member died while attempting to detonate explosives, and four others have been arrested. The incident marks the second blast at a freight corridor in three months, prompting a likely NIA investigation.

Vijay writes to governor staking claim, may run minority govt

Vijay writes to governor staking claim, may run minority govt

Rediff.com5 May 2026

'If a floor test happens, one group of MLAs may abstain to allow the confidence vote to pass. So theoretically, he can run a minority government as long as the others won't join each other to vote him out.'

Drishyam 3 Review: Georgekutty Finally Runs Out Of Tricks

Drishyam 3 Review: Georgekutty Finally Runs Out Of Tricks

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Drishyam 3, the latest installment in the popular Malayalam franchise, struggles to maintain the ingenuity and thrilling narrative of its predecessors, with Georgekutty's once-brilliant facade showing significant cracks, leading to a convoluted plot and a less engaging antagonist-driven conflict.

Election over, petrol, diesel prices hiked by Rs 3/litre

Election over, petrol, diesel prices hiked by Rs 3/litre

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Petrol and diesel prices in India have been increased by Rs 3 per litre each, marking the first rate hike in over four years. This decision follows a period of stable prices during recent state elections, despite rising global crude oil prices and significant losses for fuel retailers.

Iran offers deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz to end US blockade: Report

Iran offers deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz to end US blockade: Report

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Iran has submitted a fresh proposal to regional intermediaries offering to cease its military operations in the Strait of Hormuz, contingent upon a complete cessation of hostilities and the removal of the US blockade on Iranian maritime hubs.

Mishandling Taiwan issue could spark China-US clash, Xi Jinping warns Trump

Mishandling Taiwan issue could spark China-US clash, Xi Jinping warns Trump

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned US President Donald Trump that mishandling the Taiwan issue could trigger conflicts between the two countries during wide-ranging talks on trade, Iran, and energy security.

Tillu Tajpuria Gang Shooter Arrested After Delhi Encounter

Tillu Tajpuria Gang Shooter Arrested After Delhi Encounter

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A shooter from the Tillu Tajpuria gang, convicted of murder and absconding after jumping parole, was arrested by Delhi Police after an exchange of fire in Rohini. He was allegedly planning to target rival gang members with weapons arranged through encrypted communications with gang members abroad.

Iran reviews backchannel messages, warns it's ready for 'any attack'

Iran reviews backchannel messages, warns it's ready for 'any attack'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A spokesperson said the government is carefully assessing these communications in the context of the ongoing regional crisis.

Drug Kingpin Arrested in Delhi After Two-Month Operation

Drug Kingpin Arrested in Delhi After Two-Month Operation

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Kusum, an alleged kingpin of a multi-state drug syndicate, under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA). Kusum had been absconding and was declared a proclaimed offender in connection with an NDPS case.

Vinesh Phogat Faces Warning After Missed Doping Test

Vinesh Phogat Faces Warning After Missed Doping Test

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been notified by the International Testing Agency (ITA) for a missed out-of-competition doping test dating back to December 18, 2025. This marks her first whereabouts failure in the last 12 months and triggers a warning under anti-doping regulations.

Why Vinesh Phogat Received Doping Test Warning

Why Vinesh Phogat Received Doping Test Warning

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been notified by the International Testing Agency (ITA) for a missed out-of-competition doping test dating back to December 18, 2025. This marks her first whereabouts failure in the last 12 months and serves as a warning under anti-doping rules.

Congress picks Satheesan as next Kerala CM; swearing-in on May 18

Congress picks Satheesan as next Kerala CM; swearing-in on May 18

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The Congress party has announced VD Satheesan as the next chief minister of Kerala, ending days of speculation. The decision was revealed at a press conference in New Delhi.

Iran refuses to send delegation for peace talks in Pakistan

Iran refuses to send delegation for peace talks in Pakistan

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Iran has denied sending a delegation to Islamabad for peace talks with the United States, contradicting Pakistan's claims of mediating the negotiations. The denial highlights a lack of confidence in Pakistan's ability to ensure security for high-level participants and underscores the fragile nature of diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran.

Bombay HC Upholds Denial Of Autorickshaw Permit To 26/11 Accused

Bombay HC Upholds Denial Of Autorickshaw Permit To 26/11 Accused

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has upheld the police's decision to deny a clearance certificate to Fahim Ansari, acquitted in the 26/11 terror attack case, preventing him from driving an autorickshaw for livelihood, citing public safety and national security concerns.

Three Arrested in Delhi for Rs 10 Lakh Online Investment Scam

Three Arrested in Delhi for Rs 10 Lakh Online Investment Scam

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for their alleged involvement in an online investment fraud of Rs 10 lakh. The accused lured a complainant with promises of high returns on stock market investments before ceasing communication after receiving the funds.

'He was not in uniform, yet he served like a frontline soldier'

'He was not in uniform, yet he served like a frontline soldier'

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The family of Dr Raj Kumar Thapa, a JKAS officer killed in Pakistan shelling in Rajouri, remembers his sacrifice and dedication to duty a year after his death.

Factory workers protest in Faridabad over wages for two days; 23 held

Factory workers protest in Faridabad over wages for two days; 23 held

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Workers at an automotive components factory in Haryana, India, protested for two days demanding the implementation of a minimum wage hike announced by the state government. The protests led to detentions and police action, highlighting tensions over wages and working conditions.

'95-96 To A Dollar Is Not A Healthy Sign At All'

'95-96 To A Dollar Is Not A Healthy Sign At All'

Rediff.com20 May 2026

'Once the currency goes out of the hand, then possibly your major challenge is that it will not come back.'

Stringent UAPA Applied in Pakistan Espionage Racket Case

Stringent UAPA Applied in Pakistan Espionage Racket Case

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Police have invoked the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) against 21 people apprehended for alleged involvement in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket. The suspects are accused of passing sensitive information to a Pakistan-based handler through social media and other means.

Two held after woman dies in acid attack in Kushinagar, India

Two held after woman dies in acid attack in Kushinagar, India

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Police in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested two individuals in connection with the death of a young woman who died after an acid attack. The woman and her mother were attacked in their home, and the woman later died from her injuries.

Another Arrest In Amravati Obscene Videos Case

Another Arrest In Amravati Obscene Videos Case

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Police in Amravati, Maharashtra, have arrested a second suspect in connection with the sexual exploitation and circulation of obscene videos involving minor girls, after a victim's family reported continued contact from the accused.

Easter Attacks: Will Sri Lanka Ever Nail The Guilty?

Easter Attacks: Will Sri Lanka Ever Nail The Guilty?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Sri Lanka's response to the Easter attacks has been slow and politically contested, unlike India's swift institutional reforms after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, observes Colonel R Hariharan (retd).

Ready to restart war, awaiting US approval: Israel

Ready to restart war, awaiting US approval: Israel

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz has stated that Israel is prepared to escalate military action against Iran, pending approval from the United States. This comes as US President Donald Trump says he would not use nuclear weapons in any conflict with Iran, while also claiming the US has 'total control' over the Strait of Hormuz.

Bengaluru: Students forced to remove sacred thread during CET; probe ordered

Bengaluru: Students forced to remove sacred thread during CET; probe ordered

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A controversy has erupted in Bengaluru after five Brahmin students were allegedly forced to remove their sacred thread at Krupanidhi College during the Common Entrance Test (CET). Students claim invigilators demanded the removal of the sacred thread despite previous government assurances that it would not be required.

23 lakh voters in limbo as Bengal sees massive rush to tribunals

23 lakh voters in limbo as Bengal sees massive rush to tribunals

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Thousands of West Bengal residents whose names were deleted from electoral rolls are awaiting decisions from tribunals, the final recourse after initial appeals were rejected. The fate of around 2.3 million people hinges on these adjudications, raising concerns about voting rights and citizenship.

Father Claims Son's Death at Bengaluru University Was Murder, Seeks CBI Investigation

Father Claims Son's Death at Bengaluru University Was Murder, Seeks CBI Investigation

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A central government official is alleging that his son's death at a university in Bengaluru was a murder and is demanding a CBI investigation, disputing the university's claim of suicide.

Ajit Pawar's death: Maharashtra announces 3-day state mourning

Ajit Pawar's death: Maharashtra announces 3-day state mourning

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Ajit Pawar, 66, and four other persons were killed after an aircraft carrying them crashed in Maharashtra's Pune district on Wednesday morning

Pakistani Gangster Charged in Grenade Attack on YouTuber's Home

Pakistani Gangster Charged in Grenade Attack on YouTuber's Home

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The NIA has filed charges against two accused, including Pakistani gangster Shehzad Bhatti, in connection with last year's grenade attack on YouTuber Roger Sandhu's house in Jalandhar.

BPCL Customers Face Charges Over Misappropriated Funds

BPCL Customers Face Charges Over Misappropriated Funds

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Seven customers of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) in Indore have been booked for allegedly misappropriating over Rs 5.7 crore that was wrongly deposited into their digital wallets. Police are investigating how Rs 129.55 crore was incorrectly credited to around 1,000 BPCL 'Smart Fleet' customers.

Pro-Khalistan Terror Module Busted; Pakistan ISI Link Suspected

Pro-Khalistan Terror Module Busted; Pakistan ISI Link Suspected

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A pro-Khalistan terror module, backed by Pakistan's ISI, carried out a blast at a freight corridor railway track near Patiala, resulting in the death of the suspect. Police have arrested four members of the group and suspect the module aimed to create terror and disrupt peace in the state.

International Cyber Fraud Racket Busted in J&K: Seven Arrested

International Cyber Fraud Racket Busted in J&K: Seven Arrested

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Police's Counter Intelligence Wing (CIK) has dismantled a sophisticated international cyber fraud racket, arresting seven individuals in Srinagar. The operation targeted victims in the USA, UK, and Canada, using advanced techniques to steal funds through deceptive online schemes.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect in Nationwide Bomb Threat Hoax

Delhi Police Nab Suspect in Nationwide Bomb Threat Hoax

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 47-year-old man from Mysuru, Karnataka, for allegedly sending over 1,100 hoax bomb threats to schools, high courts, and government offices across India.

Noida techie death: Builder sent to custody, SIT grills officials

Noida techie death: Builder sent to custody, SIT grills officials

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

A builder arrested in connection with the death of a software engineer in Greater Noida has been sent to judicial custody. An SIT is investigating the incident, questioning Noida Authority officials regarding alleged negligence.

Cong questions 'Vishwaguru's huglomacy' as Pak holds US-Iran talks

Cong questions 'Vishwaguru's huglomacy' as Pak holds US-Iran talks

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

The Congress party has criticised the Indian government's diplomatic efforts, questioning how Pakistan was able to secure a role as a mediator between the US and Iran despite India's attempts to isolate it after the Pahalgam attack. The party also raised concerns about India's standing on the global stage and its relationship with the US and China.

'Vijay Not Only Had Star Power. He Had Timing'

'Vijay Not Only Had Star Power. He Had Timing'

Rediff.com13 May 2026

'Vijay entered politics at a much better age compared to Rajnikanth and Kamal Haasan. His fans are young and he has at least 2-3 decades ahead of him.'

Nashik TCS case: 'He said women not wearing burqas are raped'

Nashik TCS case: 'He said women not wearing burqas are raped'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A woman engineer at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in Nashik has alleged harassment and religious coercion, including derogatory slurs and inappropriate touching. Police have arrested eight people and are searching for another accused. TCS has launched an internal probe and suspended employees allegedly involved.