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New York Mayor Calls On King Charles To Return Koh-I-Noor

New York Mayor Calls On King Charles To Return Koh-I-Noor

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has called on King Charles III to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond, a contentious issue between India and the UK.

Heavy rains, hailstorm wreak havoc in Bengaluru; 10 dead

Heavy rains, hailstorm wreak havoc in Bengaluru; 10 dead

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Heavy rains in Bengaluru resulted in ten fatalities due to wall collapses, electrocution, and structural damage. The storm uprooted trees, flooded key areas, and disrupted traffic, prompting authorities to issue a rain alert for the next three days.

New York Mayor Calls On King Charles To Return Koh-i-Noor

New York Mayor Calls On King Charles To Return Koh-i-Noor

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has called on King Charles III to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond, a contentious issue between India and the UK.

Honour Killing Angle Probed After Bodies Of Woman, Newborn Found

Honour Killing Angle Probed After Bodies Of Woman, Newborn Found

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The bodies of an unidentified woman and a newborn were discovered in a dry drain in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, prompting a police investigation into a possible honour killing.

Drake enters football with 100M Euros power move

Drake enters football with 100M Euros power move

Rediff.com5 days ago

Italian second-tier soccer club Venezia has secured a significant minority investment from sports industry heavyweight Tim Leiweke, thanks in part to Canadian rapper Drake.

Deepika Kumari Leads India To Archery World Cup Gold

Deepika Kumari Leads India To Archery World Cup Gold

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian trio of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and Kumkum Mohod secured the women's recurve team gold medal at the Archery World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai, defeating China in a tense shoot-off. India finished the campaign with two medals, including a bronze in the men's individual compound section.

NEET aspirants lose faith in NTA after leak; seek AIIMS to conduct exam

NEET aspirants lose faith in NTA after leak; seek AIIMS to conduct exam

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 due to alleged paper leaks has led to widespread outrage among aspirants, who are questioning the competence of the National Testing Agency (NTA) and demanding that AIIMS-Delhi conduct the medical entrance exam.

Groom Killed In Jaunpur Wedding Procession Shooting

Groom Killed In Jaunpur Wedding Procession Shooting

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A 27-year-old groom was shot dead by unidentified assailants while on his way to his wedding in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, triggering panic and prompting a police investigation.

English Premier League: Chelsea end six-game losing streak with 1-1 draw at Liverpool

English Premier League: Chelsea end six-game losing streak with 1-1 draw at Liverpool

Rediff.com3 days ago

Enzo Fernandez's free kick secured Chelsea a 1-1 draw against Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday, ending the visitors' six-game losing run in the Premier League and earning caretaker manager Calum MacFarlane a first point in charge.

Meerut Man Kills Wife Over Extra-Marital Affair: Police

Meerut Man Kills Wife Over Extra-Marital Affair: Police

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A 28-year-old man in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife after she discovered his extra-marital affair. The accused used a paper cutter to commit the crime and has confessed to the police.

Nagpur: Woman, Daughter Found Hanged; Suicide Suspected

Nagpur: Woman, Daughter Found Hanged; Suicide Suspected

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A woman and her daughter were found dead at their home in Nagpur, India, in a suspected suicide. The daughter had recently lost her newborn baby.

Surendra Gadling Gets Bail In Elgar Parishad-Maoist Links Case

Surendra Gadling Gets Bail In Elgar Parishad-Maoist Links Case

Rediff.com4 May 2026

The Bombay High Court has granted bail to activist Surendra Gadling, who was arrested in 2018 in connection with the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case. The bail was granted due to his long incarceration and the unlikelihood of a trial commencing soon.

Woman Found Murdered At Home In Meerut; Husband Questioned

Woman Found Murdered At Home In Meerut; Husband Questioned

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A 27-year-old woman was found murdered in her Meerut home, with police investigating the possibility of a family member's involvement due to the lack of forced entry.

Thane Court Acquits Man In Kidnapping, Rape Case

Thane Court Acquits Man In Kidnapping, Rape Case

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A Thane court acquitted a 27-year-old man in a kidnapping and rape case, citing the victim's adult status and voluntary accompaniment. The court emphasised the victim's capacity to make her own decisions, leading to the acquittal.

Delhi Police Nab Driver In Fatal IPL Hit-And-Run Case

Delhi Police Nab Driver In Fatal IPL Hit-And-Run Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a truck driver in connection with a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the deaths of two cousins returning from an IPL match. The accused was apprehended in Bihar after fleeing Delhi.

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Fraud Allegations

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Fraud Allegations

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an alleged associate of a Punjab Aam Aadmi Party functionary, as part of a money laundering probe against two realty groups accused of fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.

NEET-UG 2026 Scrapped: What Students Must Do Now

NEET-UG 2026 Scrapped: What Students Must Do Now

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Based on the official NTA statement and government directives issued on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, here is a guide for students and parents about what they can do now.

Missing Mirzapur Youth Found Dead On Riverbank

Missing Mirzapur Youth Found Dead On Riverbank

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The body of a 19-year-old youth, who had been missing for three days, was discovered on the banks of the Karnavati river in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh. Police have launched an investigation into the death.

Man Dies After Stray Bullet Strike At Meerut Wedding

Man Dies After Stray Bullet Strike At Meerut Wedding

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A 45-year-old man was killed by a stray bullet during celebratory firing at a wedding ceremony in Khadauli village, Meerut. Police have registered a case and are searching for the suspect, the groom's uncle.

Thane Man Acquitted In Step Child Murder Case Due To Lack Of Evidence

Thane Man Acquitted In Step Child Murder Case Due To Lack Of Evidence

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Thane court acquitted a man accused of murdering his four-year-old stepson, citing the prosecution's failure to establish a conclusive chain of evidence and highlighting inconsistencies in witness testimonies.

Security Guard Murdered During Temple Robbery Attempt In Ranchi

Security Guard Murdered During Temple Robbery Attempt In Ranchi

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A 55-year-old security guard was beaten to death during a robbery attempt at a temple in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Police are investigating the incident and have recovered an iron rod used in the crime.

MP challenges validity of 1935 princely order in Bhojshala case

MP challenges validity of 1935 princely order in Bhojshala case

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Madhya Pradesh government has challenged the legal validity of a 1935 order from the former Dhar princely state concerning the religious status of the Bhojshala Temple-Kamal Maula Mosque, arguing it cannot be considered law.

Muslim Cleric's Body Found On Railway Tracks In Bareilly

Muslim Cleric's Body Found On Railway Tracks In Bareilly

Rediff.com2 May 2026

The body of a 35-year-old Muslim cleric was found on railway tracks in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. While police suggest he fell from a train, family members allege he was thrown off, prompting an investigation.

Property Dealer Shot Dead In Jabalpur; Land Dispute Suspected

Property Dealer Shot Dead In Jabalpur; Land Dispute Suspected

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A 32-year-old man involved in construction work and property dealings was shot dead in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, with police suspecting a land dispute as the motive.

UP Toddler Rescued After Kidnapping Following Car Accident

UP Toddler Rescued After Kidnapping Following Car Accident

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A one-year-old boy was kidnapped in Uttar Pradesh after his mother was hit by a car. Police swiftly rescued the child and detained two suspects.

India win women's recurve team gold at Archery World Cup

India win women's recurve team gold at Archery World Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian women's recurve team, consisting of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and Kumkum Mohod, secured a gold medal at the Archery World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai, defeating China in a tense shoot-off. This victory marks India's first World Cup women's team gold since 2021 and follows a stunning semi-final win against South Korea.

FIFA World Cup: Australia coach wants Trump at USA match

FIFA World Cup: Australia coach wants Trump at USA match

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Australia's coach, Tony Popovic, believes Donald Trump's potential attendance at their World Cup match against the United States would motivate his team. While midfielder Jackson Irvine voiced concerns about FIFA's Peace Prize to Trump and LGBT rights in the U.S., Popovic remains focused on the team's preparation and player fitness.

Man Posing As Rahul Gandhi's Secretary Arrested For Fraud

Man Posing As Rahul Gandhi's Secretary Arrested For Fraud

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 42-year-old man has been arrested in Dehradun for allegedly defrauding Congress leaders of crores of rupees by impersonating Rahul Gandhi's personal secretary. He has been sent to judicial custody, and police are seeking further custody for questioning.

Man Killed In Mumbai Over Gangster's Death From 1997

Man Killed In Mumbai Over Gangster's Death From 1997

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Two men have been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly killing a 78-year-old man, suspecting him of being a police informant in a 1997 gangster encounter.

Security Guard Murdered During Temple Robbery In Ranchi

Security Guard Murdered During Temple Robbery In Ranchi

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A 60-year-old security guard was killed during a robbery attempt at a temple in Ranchi. Police have arrested three suspects who confessed to the crime.

POCSO Case Filed Against VHP Leader, Director After Complaint

POCSO Case Filed Against VHP Leader, Director After Complaint

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A POCSO case has been filed against a VHP leader and a film director, among others, following a complaint by a girl who gained attention during the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela and later married a Muslim man in Kerala.

UP Clerk Dies After Fight Over Scooty, E-Rickshaw Collision

UP Clerk Dies After Fight Over Scooty, E-Rickshaw Collision

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A 26-year-old clerk from Khatauli Nagar Palika died after being beaten by two men following an argument over a collision between his scooty and an e-rickshaw. Police have arrested the two accused and are investigating the incident.

CM Vijay begins welfare push, but Tamil Nadu's debt crisis looms large

CM Vijay begins welfare push, but Tamil Nadu's debt crisis looms large

Rediff.com2 days ago

TVK founder Vijay, upon becoming Chief Minister, approved free electricity units and special forces for women's safety and anti-drug efforts. He pledged a commitment to secularism and social justice, asserting his authority as the sole power centre.

Gelatin sticks found near Modi event venue in Bengaluru amid bomb threat

Gelatin sticks found near Modi event venue in Bengaluru amid bomb threat

Rediff.com2 days ago

Gelatin sticks were discovered near the venue of PM Narendra Modi's programme in Bengaluru, prompting a police investigation and heightened security measures.

Pay Loans Or Invest? What Should You Do?

Pay Loans Or Invest? What Should You Do?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Ask rediffGURU and PF, MF and insurance expert Purshotam Lal your mutual fund, insurance and personal finance-related questions.

How Deepfake Video Duped Belagavi Man Of Rs 7.9 Lakh

How Deepfake Video Duped Belagavi Man Of Rs 7.9 Lakh

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 76-year-old man in Belagavi was allegedly cheated of Rs 7.9 lakh in an online investment scam that used an AI-generated deepfake video misusing the name of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to lure investors.

The Kerala Couple Who Created The Met Gala Carpet

The Kerala Couple Who Created The Met Gala Carpet

Rediff.com17 hours ago

The world watches the Met Gala for the celebrities and the couture. But, for the last few years, one Indian brand from Kerala has quietly been creating the carpet that fashion's biggest stars pose on.

Man Arrested For Allegedly Strangling Wife In Thane

Man Arrested For Allegedly Strangling Wife In Thane

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A 32-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly strangling his wife following a domestic dispute at their home in Thane, Maharashtra.

Maharashtra Woman Arrested For Husband's Murder After 8 Months

Maharashtra Woman Arrested For Husband's Murder After 8 Months

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Police in Beed district, Maharashtra, have arrested a woman for allegedly murdering her husband with the help of her sister and brother-in-law, eight months after he was reported missing. Marital discord is believed to be the primary motive behind the crime.

Ranchi Teenager Kills Mother For Refusing Money

Ranchi Teenager Kills Mother For Refusing Money

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A teenager in Ranchi, Jharkhand, has been arrested along with her boyfriend for allegedly murdering her mother after she refused to give her money. The girl confessed to the crime, stating she suffocated her mother with a pillow with the help of her boyfriend and his friends.