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Chhattisgarh Declares Naxalism 'Completely Eliminated' Ahead of Deadline

Chhattisgarh Declares Naxalism 'Completely Eliminated' Ahead of Deadline

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma announces the complete elimination of armed Naxals in the state, attributing the success to strategic planning and security operations. He highlights the rehabilitation efforts for remaining cadres and future plans for security camps.

Pawan Khera Accuses CPI(M) and BJP of Collusion in Kerala Polls

Pawan Khera Accuses CPI(M) and BJP of Collusion in Kerala Polls

Rediff.com4 days ago

AICC leader Pawan Khera has accused the CPI(M) and BJP of having a tacit understanding in the Kerala Assembly elections, alleging that both parties are deliberately fielding weak candidates to help each other. Khera expressed confidence in the Congress-led UDF's victory due to strong anti-incumbency sentiment.

Father Allegedly Tortures Daughter to Death Over Theft Suspicion in Sangli

Father Allegedly Tortures Daughter to Death Over Theft Suspicion in Sangli

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 10-year-old girl died in Sangli district, Maharashtra, after allegedly being tortured by her father, who suspected her of stealing money. Her sister was also subjected to similar treatment and is hospitalised. The father has been apprehended and a case has been registered.

MP Student Attempts Suicide After Molestation Complaint Ignored

MP Student Attempts Suicide After Molestation Complaint Ignored

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 21-year-old college student in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly attempted suicide after claiming that no action was taken against a professor she accused of molesting her. The student alleges the college principal ignored her complaint, leading to her distress and suicide attempt.

Drug Trafficking Arrests: Indian and Thai Nationals Nabbed in Nepal

Drug Trafficking Arrests: Indian and Thai Nationals Nabbed in Nepal

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Nepal police have arrested an Indian and a Thai national in separate drug trafficking cases. The Thai national was caught at the airport with marijuana, while the Indian national was arrested with brown sugar outside Kathmandu.

Nepal Police Nab Indian and Thai Nationals in Separate Drug Cases

Nepal Police Nab Indian and Thai Nationals in Separate Drug Cases

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Nepal police have arrested an Indian and a Thai national in separate incidents related to drug trafficking. The arrests occurred at Tribhuvan International Airport and in Balaju Chowk, Kathmandu.

IPL 2026: Mukesh Kumar credits Mohammed Shami for guiding his development

IPL 2026: Mukesh Kumar credits Mohammed Shami for guiding his development

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian pacer Mukesh Kumar has acknowledged the significant role veteran Mohammed Shami plays in his ongoing development, highlighting Shami's constant guidance and support.

Jharkhand Court Demands Answers in Hazaribag Rape-Murder Case

Jharkhand Court Demands Answers in Hazaribag Rape-Murder Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Jharkhand High Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Hazaribag district, demanding responses from state officials and police regarding the ongoing investigation and lack of arrests.

Woman Tehsildar, 'KBC' Fame, Arrested in Flood Relief Scam

Woman Tehsildar, 'KBC' Fame, Arrested in Flood Relief Scam

Rediff.com6 days ago

Amrita Singh Tomar, a woman tehsildar known for her appearance on 'Kaun Banega Crorepati', has been arrested in connection with a Rs 2.5 crore flood relief scam in Madhya Pradesh.

Agra Girl Found Dead: Police Investigate Tenant's Role

Agra Girl Found Dead: Police Investigate Tenant's Role

Rediff.com6 days ago

The body of an eight-year-old girl, who went missing from outside her house in Agra, was found inside a flour drum in a tenant's room. Police are searching for the absconding tenant, who is the primary suspect in the case.

Rajasthan Police Crack Down on Drug Trafficking, Seize MDMA

Rajasthan Police Crack Down on Drug Trafficking, Seize MDMA

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Rajasthan police seized nearly 1 kg of MDMA, valued at approximately 1 crore, and arrested one person as part of 'Operation Sankalp - Nasha Mukt Nagaur'.

Two Detained for Drone Use Over Puri's Jagannath Temple

Two Detained for Drone Use Over Puri's Jagannath Temple

Rediff.com7 days ago

Odisha Police have detained two individuals from West Bengal for allegedly flying a drone over the Jagannath Temple in Puri, violating restrictions. The drone and related equipment have been seized, and an investigation is underway.

Shooter Arrested After Panjab University Student Leader Attack

Shooter Arrested After Panjab University Student Leader Attack

Rediff.com6 days ago

Punjab Police, in collaboration with Chandigarh Police, have arrested a shooter involved in the attack on a student leader at Panjab University. The accused, linked to the Bambiha gang, was apprehended after an exchange of fire.

Delhi Police Investigate Murder After Man's Body Found Near Metro

Delhi Police Investigate Murder After Man's Body Found Near Metro

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The body of a 39-year-old man, identified as Aqeel Ahmed, was discovered near the Jafrabad metro station in northeast Delhi with visible injuries. Police have launched a murder investigation and are analysing CCTV footage to identify and apprehend the suspects.

Doctor's Suicide in Dehradun Sparks Harassment Allegations

Doctor's Suicide in Dehradun Sparks Harassment Allegations

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 25-year-old postgraduate medical student was found dead in her car in Dehradun, with her family alleging mental harassment by a department head. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Saini Criticises AAP's Governance in Punjab, Highlights BJP's Development Agenda

Saini Criticises AAP's Governance in Punjab, Highlights BJP's Development Agenda

Rediff.com3 days ago

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini criticised the Aam Aadmi Party's governance in Punjab, citing issues such as drug addiction, crime, and financial instability. He promoted the BJP as an alternative, highlighting their development agenda and commitment to fulfilling promises.

Family Alleges Gurugram Hospital Inflated Bill After Accident Victim's Death

Family Alleges Gurugram Hospital Inflated Bill After Accident Victim's Death

Rediff.com6 days ago

A private hospital in Gurugram is under investigation after a road accident victim died, with his family alleging the hospital concealed his death to inflate the medical bill. Protests erupted as the family accused the hospital of extortion and demanded answers.

Mathura Jail Inmate Dies After Suspected Suicide Attempt

Mathura Jail Inmate Dies After Suspected Suicide Attempt

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 57-year-old inmate at Mathura district jail died after allegedly attempting suicide inside his barrack. Preliminary investigations suggest the inmate was stressed due to delays in his case proceedings and disappointment over not getting bail.

BJD Calls for Dismissal and Arrest Over Alleged Law Violations

BJD Calls for Dismissal and Arrest Over Alleged Law Violations

Rediff.com4 days ago

The BJD is demanding the dismissal of Odisha's Health minister and the arrest of a BJP MLA for allegedly violating laws during Ram Navami processions. The allegations include riding a motorbike without a helmet and firing a gun in public.

Delhi Court Convicts Man in 2015 Attempted Murder Case

Delhi Court Convicts Man in 2015 Attempted Murder Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Delhi court has convicted a man in a 2015 attempted murder case, stating that the prosecution successfully proved the case against him beyond reasonable doubt.

Himachal Pradesh Government Addresses Concerns Over Inflated Smart Meter Bills

Himachal Pradesh Government Addresses Concerns Over Inflated Smart Meter Bills

Rediff.com5 days ago

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has assured the Vidhan Sabha that discrepancies in electricity bills following smart meter installations will be addressed. The government also plans to amend regulations to curb excessive fees charged by private schools.

Over 3,000 J&K Schools Report Low Enrolment Since 2022

Over 3,000 J&K Schools Report Low Enrolment Since 2022

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Jammu and Kashmir government reports that over 3,000 schools have experienced low or zero enrolment since 2022, prompting school closures and mergers. The report details the financial implications and district-wise breakdown of the affected schools.

Manipur Shooting: Woman Wounded in Ukhrul District

Manipur Shooting: Woman Wounded in Ukhrul District

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

A woman sustained a gunshot wound in Manipur's Ukhrul district after suspected miscreants allegedly opened fire. The incident occurred in Mongkot Chepu village, a Kuki habitation, raising tensions in the region.

Iran sends back Pakistan-bound food ship from Strait of Hormuz

Iran sends back Pakistan-bound food ship from Strait of Hormuz

Rediff.com7 days ago

The container ship SELEN, en route to Karachi, was denied passage by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy due to lack of permission and failure to coordinate with Iranian maritime authorities.

Professor at Anna University Arrested for Alleged Sexual Harassment and Stalking

Professor at Anna University Arrested for Alleged Sexual Harassment and Stalking

Rediff.com5 days ago

A professor at Anna University in Chennai has been arrested following allegations of sexual harassment and stalking, sparking student protests and calls for improved campus safety measures.

Trinamool Congress Counters Amit Shah's Allegations, Raises Concerns Over BJP's Governance

Trinamool Congress Counters Amit Shah's Allegations, Raises Concerns Over BJP's Governance

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has responded to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's 'chargesheet' against the West Bengal government, accusing the BJP of attempting to polarise voters and evade accountability on issues such as women's safety and infiltration.

Three Arrested in Vijayawada Over Extremist Social Media Activity

Three Arrested in Vijayawada Over Extremist Social Media Activity

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Three men have been arrested in Vijayawada, India, for allegedly promoting extremist ideology on social media and suspected links to terror networks. The arrests were made following surveillance of online activities linked to radical content and propaganda.

Court Acquits Haryana Police in 2016 Gangster Encounter Case

Court Acquits Haryana Police in 2016 Gangster Encounter Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Mumbai court has acquitted five Haryana police personnel and two others who were accused of staging a fake encounter that resulted in the death of gangster Sandeep Gadoli in 2016.

14 UNLF (Koireng) Cadres Arrested in Manipur, Arms Seized

14 UNLF (Koireng) Cadres Arrested in Manipur, Arms Seized

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Manipur Police arrested 14 cadres of the banned United National Liberation Front (Koireng) outfit in Thoubal district and seized a cache of arms and ammunition.

Mumbai Teenager Dies After Santacruz Stabbing: What We Know

Mumbai Teenager Dies After Santacruz Stabbing: What We Know

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

A 16-year-old boy was fatally stabbed and another person injured during a dispute in the Santacruz West area of Mumbai. Police are searching for the suspect, Faizan, who is accused of murder and other offences.

Urged Modi in 2010 to conserve Great Indian Bustard: Jairam Ramesh

Urged Modi in 2010 to conserve Great Indian Bustard: Jairam Ramesh

Rediff.com3 days ago

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh recalls writing to Narendra Modi in 2010 about conserving the Great Indian Bustard, amid recent announcements of successful conservation efforts.

Himanta Biswa Sarma: 'Infliltration A Long-Standing Challenge For Assam'

Himanta Biswa Sarma: 'Infliltration A Long-Standing Challenge For Assam'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Our government is committed to addressing it firmly while protecting the rights of genuine citizens.'

Ranchi Police Intercept LSD Shipment from Netherlands

Ranchi Police Intercept LSD Shipment from Netherlands

Rediff.com7 days ago

Ranchi police seized fifty LSD patches allegedly imported from the Netherlands via the dark web, marking the second such recovery in the city. The consignment was intercepted at the Hehal post office following leads obtained from two individuals arrested in February.

Over 1,500 Missing Persons Cases Reported in Himachal Pradesh

Over 1,500 Missing Persons Cases Reported in Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com5 days ago

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reports over 1,500 missing persons cases in Himachal Pradesh over the past three years, with Solan district reporting the highest number of cases. The government also addresses healthcare scheme liabilities and illegal tree felling.

Professor Arrested in Chennai Following Sexual Harassment Claims

Professor Arrested in Chennai Following Sexual Harassment Claims

Rediff.com5 days ago

A professor at Anna University in Chennai has been arrested following allegations of sexual harassment and stalking, sparking student protests and calls for improved campus safety measures.

Delhi Police Nab Suspected LeT Handler with ISI Links

Delhi Police Nab Suspected LeT Handler with ISI Links

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) handler, Shabir Ahmed Lone, from the Ghazipur area. He is believed to have links with Pakistan's ISI and was allegedly involved in a terror module planning attacks in India.

2 more Indian LPG carriers cross Hormuz safely amid tensions

2 more Indian LPG carriers cross Hormuz safely amid tensions

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The vessels are carrying around 92,600 metric tonnes of LPG and have 33 and 27 Indian seafarers onboard, respectively. Visuals showed Pine Gas crossing the critical chokepoint.

Wrong to claim one religion as only true religion: HC

Wrong to claim one religion as only true religion: HC

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that claiming a particular religion is the 'only true religion' is inappropriate in a secular country like India and could violate laws against disparaging other faiths. The court dismissed a petition filed by a Reverend Father, stating that such claims could fall under Section 295A of the IPC, which addresses acts intended to outrage religious feelings.

Iran Allows 'Friendly Nations' to Use Strait of Hormuz Amid War: India, Pakistan Among Few

Iran Allows 'Friendly Nations' to Use Strait of Hormuz Amid War: India, Pakistan Among Few

Rediff.com6 days ago

Iran has reportedly allowed select "friendly nations" including India and Pakistan limited access to the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict, easing some energy supply concerns. Here's what the move means for global trade and oil routes.

Maharashtra Minister Refutes Claims of FIR Delay in Ajit Pawar Air Crash Case

Maharashtra Minister Refutes Claims of FIR Delay in Ajit Pawar Air Crash Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

Maharashtra minister Yogesh Kadam refuted allegations of delay or laxity in registering an FIR related to the air crash involving former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, following claims by NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar.