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Heartbreak for Anahat Singh in Silicon Valley Open semi-finals

Heartbreak for Anahat Singh in Silicon Valley Open semi-finals

Rediff.com16 hours ago

India's squash prodigy Anahat Singh was defeated by Malaysia's Sivasangari Subramaniam in the semi-finals of the Silicon Valley Open, despite winning the first game. This marks her second loss to Subramaniam, who praised Anahat's talent.

Bullied over caste, beef eating, TN student ends life

Bullied over caste, beef eating, TN student ends life

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Class XI Dalit student in Coimbatore allegedly died by suicide after facing caste-based harassment and bullying from classmates over his caste and food choices, including beef. Police have registered cases against the principal, a teacher, and two classmates for abetment of suicide and under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, with the class teacher already arrested.

Punjab Shuts Down After Anti-Drug Activist's Murder

Punjab Shuts Down After Anti-Drug Activist's Murder

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A 'Punjab Bandh' was observed on Thursday, leading to widespread closures of shops and private schools and road blockades across several districts, following the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa on Tuesday. Jhota was shot by a chemist owner for questioning the sale of addictive drugs. The incident has triggered significant political backlash against the Aam Aadmi Party government, with various organisations and opposition parties demanding accountability and a CBI probe.

Nagpur Woman Murdered By Lover Over Marriage Pressure

Nagpur Woman Murdered By Lover Over Marriage Pressure

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A 38-year-old married woman in Nagpur was allegedly murdered by her lover, Javed Sheikh Shahid Manyar, after an argument over marriage. The accused reportedly hit her on the head with a heavy object and inflicted burns on her body using a room heater before fleeing. He was later arrested from Jalgaon.

Nagpur Woman Murdered By Lover Over Marriage Pressure

Nagpur Woman Murdered By Lover Over Marriage Pressure

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

A 38-year-old married woman in Nagpur was allegedly murdered by her lover, Javed Sheikh Shahid Manyar, after an argument over marriage. The accused reportedly hit her on the head with a heavy object and inflicted burns on her body using a room heater before fleeing. He was later arrested from Jalgaon.

Sheetal Devi Leads India's Gold Rush At Asian Para Games

Sheetal Devi Leads India's Gold Rush At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's medal tally at the Asian Para Games reached 88, with armless archer Sheetal Devi securing two gold medals. The para-athletics contingent was the largest contributor, while medals also came from swimming, badminton, and table tennis, showcasing a strong performance across multiple disciplines.

Provider turns Predator: Fernandes 'trick' at Old Trafford

Provider turns Predator: Fernandes 'trick' at Old Trafford

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick to lead Manchester United to a 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town, securing their first Premier League win of the season. The captain's performance underscored his dual role as a prolific goalscorer and elite playmaker, reaffirming his indispensable value to Michael Carrick's side.

Caste Bullying Allegations After Dalit Student's Suicide In Coimbatore

Caste Bullying Allegations After Dalit Student's Suicide In Coimbatore

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Class XI Dalit student in Coimbatore died by suicide on October 21, allegedly due to caste-based harassment and bullying by classmates over his caste and food choices, including beef. Police have registered cases against the principal, a teacher, and two classmates, with the teacher already arrested. The incident has led to protests and calls from political leaders for stringent action and measures to eliminate caste discrimination in schools.

Barca vs Real: Camp Nou braces for Clasico carnage as new stars step into spotlight

Barca vs Real: Camp Nou braces for Clasico carnage as new stars step into spotlight

Rediff.com1 days ago

El Clasico returns to Camp Nou with 14 potential debutants, Barcelona chasing a nine-point lead, Real Madrid seeking revival, and Jose Mourinho's return intensifying football's fiercest rivalry.

New Zealand Ready to Challenge India's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in T20 Series

New Zealand Ready to Challenge India's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in T20 Series

Rediff.com4 days ago

New Zealand paceman Jacob Duffy has acknowledged India's 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as an 'incredible talent' but expects home conditions to challenge the power-hitter in the upcoming Twenty20 series.

Thane Police Nab Accused In Elderly Robbery Spree

Thane Police Nab Accused In Elderly Robbery Spree

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Thane Police's Crime Branch has arrested Dinesh Babu Manjrekar, a key accused in a series of robberies targeting elderly citizens through distraction and impersonation. Police recovered 212 grams of gold jewellery and are searching for his accomplices. Manjrekar has a history of 29 previous cases across various cities.

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde fined, faces warrant threat in 2016 assault case

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde fined, faces warrant threat in 2016 assault case

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has been fined Rs 1,000 by a city court for her repeated non-appearance in a 10-year-old assault case. The court warned that failure to appear at the next hearing on November 2 for framing of charges could lead to a warrant and cancellation of bail bonds. The case stems from a 2016 incident at a BMC school.

Manchester City's new head coach Maresca faces a monumental EPL challenge

Manchester City's new head coach Maresca faces a monumental EPL challenge

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Manchester City enter a challenging post-Guardiola era, with Enzo Maresca tasked with preserving their dominance, managing squad changes and meeting immense expectations in a fiercely competitive Premier League.

Man Arrested After Stabbing Woman For Rejecting Advances In Nanded

Man Arrested After Stabbing Woman For Rejecting Advances In Nanded

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

A 19-year-old woman in Nanded, Maharashtra, was seriously injured after being stabbed multiple times by a 21-year-old man for rejecting his advances. The accused, Rohit Pohare, had allegedly been pursuing her for two years. He has been arrested and charged under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Arms Act, and POCSO Act. The victim is reported to be stable.

Bihar Woman Beaten To Death On Witchcraft Suspicion

Bihar Woman Beaten To Death On Witchcraft Suspicion

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A 52-year-old woman was allegedly beaten to death by her neighbours in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, on Sunday, suspected of practising witchcraft. Police are investigating the incident, and an FIR is expected after the victim's son submits a written complaint.

Lawyer Killed In Property Dispute In Prayagraj

Lawyer Killed In Property Dispute In Prayagraj

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A 52-year-old lawyer and college lab attendant, Satish Kumar Srivastava, was allegedly shot dead in Prayagraj by another advocate, Devendra Nath Mishra, on Thursday. The incident occurred during an altercation over a disputed Nazul land. Police have taken some individuals into custody and are investigating, with an FIR registered against Mishra and others.

Sara Hits The Teer When It Comes To...

Sara Hits The Teer When It Comes To...

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Fresh off the buzz of her latest espionage comedy Udta Teer, Sara Ali Khan is proving that her target isn't just box office success; she is absolutely nailing her style game too.

Nitesh Kumar, Naveen Sivakumar Clinch Gold At Asian Para Games

Nitesh Kumar, Naveen Sivakumar Clinch Gold At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar secured gold medals in men's singles SL3 and SL4 badminton events, respectively, at the Asian Para Games. Nitesh defeated compatriot Pramod Bhagat, while debutant Naveen overcame Indonesia's Fredy Setiawan. India also secured silver medals through Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan and Pramod Bhagat, with Thulasimathi Murugesan still in contention for two more golds.

Police Detain Suspects In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Police Detain Suspects In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Three individuals, including a minor, allegedly involved in the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, were detained in Kota, Rajasthan. Police intercepted them on a train, revealing a connection to an alleged associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and a plan to flee to Nepal. Mumbai Police are now taking custody of the suspects for further investigation.

Dhami calls Daler Mehndi after minister's on-stage rebuke

Dhami calls Daler Mehndi after minister's on-stage rebuke

Rediff.com1 days ago

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami spoke to singer Daler Mehndi and his brother Mika Singh, expressing regret over a recent incident where cabinet minister Subodh Uniyal publicly reprimanded Mehndi during a performance. Dhami emphasised Uttarakhand's tradition of respecting artists and sought to move past the controversy, assuring Mehndi of a warm welcome and mutual dialogue.

Police Hunt For Masked Man After Bhubaneswar Rape

Police Hunt For Masked Man After Bhubaneswar Rape

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

A 26-year-old woman in Bhubaneswar reported being raped at gunpoint by a masked man who entered her rented flat. Police have launched an investigation, conducted a medical examination, recorded her statement, and are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the accused. The opposition BJD has also raised concerns about women's safety in the city.

Vadodara Corporator Seeks Land For Radha Yadav After Yusuf Pathan's Plot Proposal

Vadodara Corporator Seeks Land For Radha Yadav After Yusuf Pathan's Plot Proposal

Rediff.com1 days ago

A former Vadodara corporator has requested land for Indian spinner Radha Yadav to establish a cricket academy, following the Gujarat government's proposal to allocate a civic plot to former cricketer Yusuf Pathan. The request for Yadav aims to promote cricket and develop Vadodara as a sports city, contrasting with Pathan's decade-long dispute over a residential plot.

Deepak Sandhu Found Guilty Of Murdering Ex-Partner In London

Deepak Sandhu Found Guilty Of Murdering Ex-Partner In London

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Deepak Sandhu, an Indian-origin man, has been convicted of murdering his former partner, Xiaoqing Ke, in London. Sandhu, 23, was found guilty at the Old Bailey Court after a brief relationship ended, leading him to become "increasingly angry" and ultimately commit the fatal attack. He was arrested while attempting to flee to Mumbai.

Clayface Review: Bloody Good Fun!

Clayface Review: Bloody Good Fun!

Rediff.com1 days ago

There are enough queasy thrills in Clayface to keep horror fans happy, raves Mayur Sanap.

Teen Girl Abused By Social Media Friend, Accused Arrested

Teen Girl Abused By Social Media Friend, Accused Arrested

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

A 19-year-old man was arrested in Chennai for allegedly sexually abusing a 16-year-old girl he befriended on social media. Police acted swiftly on the mother's complaint. The article also mentions a separate arrest of a school principal under the POCSO Act and clarifies another ongoing investigation.

Tiger Shroff firing: 3 suspects caught on train in 15-minute Kota op

Tiger Shroff firing: 3 suspects caught on train in 15-minute Kota op

Rediff.com5 days ago

Three suspects have been detained in Kota, Rajasthan, in connection with the recent firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, as police investigate the alleged involvement of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

Hema Malini: 'Who Is That Pretty Girl On Screen?'

Hema Malini: 'Who Is That Pretty Girl On Screen?'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

'I've never been conscious of my looks. Even in my heydays, I never looked at myself and gasped, 'My God, what a beauty'.'

Kolkata stampede: 'My mother died before my eyes'

Kolkata stampede: 'My mother died before my eyes'

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 25-year-old survivor, Sonu Pal, recounts the tragic stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata where his mother died. The incident, which occurred on Saturday evening during a sudden downpour, claimed 19 lives and injured 25 others. Relatives of the victims are demanding accountability from authorities and organisers for the poor crowd management.

Arteta: Arsenal 'hungry' for Community Shield against Man City

Arteta: Arsenal 'hungry' for Community Shield against Man City

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed his squad's hunger and motivation to win the Community Shield against Manchester City, aiming to start the new season with a trophy after a busy recruitment period.

Hope returns to Old Trafford as Carrick plots Manchester United's rise back to the top

Hope returns to Old Trafford as Carrick plots Manchester United's rise back to the top

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Michael Carrick aims to build on Manchester United's revival, balancing renewed confidence, squad reinforcements and Champions League demands while pushing the club toward sustained success among England's Premier League elite.

Model Shraddha Dubey, sister, driver held in Lucknow cafe owner murder case

Model Shraddha Dubey, sister, driver held in Lucknow cafe owner murder case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Fashion model Shraddha Dubey, a prime suspect in the alleged murder of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma, has been arrested in Nagpur by a joint police team. Dubey, who was on the run for 11 days, denies involvement, claiming Sharma died by suicide due to financial distress, while his family alleges murder.

Bengaluru Father Held For Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Hearing-Impaired Daughter

Bengaluru Father Held For Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Hearing-Impaired Daughter

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

A man has been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly sexually assaulting his eight-year-old hearing-impaired daughter. The incident came to light after the girl complained of stomach pain, leading to a medical examination and police investigation under the POCSO Act.

Zverev secures year-end top ranking as Alcaraz crashes out of Shanghai Masters

Zverev secures year-end top ranking as Alcaraz crashes out of Shanghai Masters

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

German tennis star Alexander Zverev has secured the ATP's year-end world number one ranking, a 'dream come true' for the 29-year-old, following Carlos Alcaraz's shock defeat to Zizou Bergs at the Shanghai Masters.

Top Seed Janice Tjen Returns To Defend Chennai Open Title

Top Seed Janice Tjen Returns To Defend Chennai Open Title

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Indonesian tennis star Janice Tjen will return as the top seed to defend her title at the Chennai Open International Women's Tennis Championships 2026, a WTA 250 event. The tournament, India's highest international women's ranking event, will feature players from 22 countries, with Tjen being the first Asian top seed.

'So tired': Haaland's gruelling schedule taking its toll

'So tired': Haaland's gruelling schedule taking its toll

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Norway striker Erling Haaland is reportedly suffering from physical fatigue due to a demanding schedule for both club and country. His manager and teammates have noted his exhaustion, and the Norwegian players' union has expressed serious concerns over the increasing workload on top athletes, calling for clearer guidelines.

Kochi Police Uncover Suspected Conspiracy After Synagogue Arson Arrest

Kochi Police Uncover Suspected Conspiracy After Synagogue Arson Arrest

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A 32-year-old man, Ebin B Paul, has been arrested in Kochi for allegedly setting fire to a plant nursery in front of a synagogue. Police suspect a wider conspiracy and have seized various narcotic substances from his residence during the investigation. The incident occurred on September 12.

15 killed as speeding truck ploughs into devotees near MP temple

15 killed as speeding truck ploughs into devotees near MP temple

Rediff.com6 days ago

At least 14 persons were killed and several others injured after an out-of-control truck ran over devotees gathered near the Sheetla Mata Temple in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior late on Saturday night, breaking through a police checkpoint and damaging the temple's gate and outer wall.

Maharashtra Teacher Found Dead After Suicide Note

Maharashtra Teacher Found Dead After Suicide Note

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

A 49-year-old teacher, Sandeep Vilasbuwa Joshi, who went missing from Beed, Maharashtra, was found dead in a well near a temple on Saturday. He had left a digital suicide note on Friday, prompting a search by his family. Police have registered a case of accidental death, and the motive remains unclear.

Man Held For Wielding Sickle In Latur Public Place

Man Held For Wielding Sickle In Latur Public Place

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Police in Latur, Maharashtra, have arrested a 25-year-old man, Krishna alias Pappu Subhash Ahe, for allegedly wielding an iron sickle in a public area on Thursday night. The man was apprehended in the LIC Colony area after police were alerted, and a case was registered under the Arms Act and the Maharashtra Police Act.

Mikel Arteta Signs Landmark Arsenal Contract Extension

Mikel Arteta Signs Landmark Arsenal Contract Extension

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has signed a new contract, extending his tenure until 2030. The deal, reportedly worth 20 million annually, solidifies his position as the longest-serving coach in England's top flight. Arteta led Arsenal to a Premier League title last season and a Champions League final, with the club aiming for sustained success amidst rival Manchester City's financial sanctions.