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Mastermind Arrested In Interstate Robbery Gang Bust

Mastermind Arrested In Interstate Robbery Gang Bust

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Police in Haryana have arrested seven individuals, including the suspected mastermind, in connection with a robbery of gold and cash from a bullion trader's employees. The accused are part of an interstate gang involved in organised robberies across the NCR, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh.

Besides a packet of Melody, here's what Modi gifted to Meloni

Besides a packet of Melody, here's what Modi gifted to Meloni

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a range of culturally significant gifts during his recent five-nation tour, including a Muga silk stole for the Italian Prime Minister and Madhubani painting for the Dutch Prime Minister, showcasing India's rich artistic heritage.

AIIMS Delhi Achieves Rare Pancreas-Kidney Transplant After 18 Years

AIIMS Delhi Achieves Rare Pancreas-Kidney Transplant After 18 Years

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Doctors at AIIMS, Delhi, have successfully performed a simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplant after 18 years, marking a significant advancement in organ transplantation in India. The surgery was performed on a 30-year-old patient with end-stage renal disease caused by Type 1 diabetes.

Vedang Raina: 'I Am Attracted To Money More Than Fame'

Vedang Raina: 'I Am Attracted To Money More Than Fame'

Rediff.com27 May 2026

'I did not understand that if a film is released, what is the impact of its collection on my career and my life. For me, it was a big thing that I am coming on the silver screen.' 'Now, one-and-a-half years later, I am still processing its impact.'

IIT Kharagpur Student Death Raises Mental Health Concerns

IIT Kharagpur Student Death Raises Mental Health Concerns

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A 22-year-old M Tech student was found dead in his hostel room at IIT Kharagpur, marking the second such incident in 10 days and raising concerns about mental health support for students.

Vidya Balan, Urmila Matondkar Pay Respects To Asha Bhosle

Vidya Balan, Urmila Matondkar Pay Respects To Asha Bhosle

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

After news of Asha Bhosle's death shocked Bollywood, film folk rushed to her residence to pay their last respects.

1990 Kashmiri Pandit woman murder: SIA raids houses of JKLF ex-members

1990 Kashmiri Pandit woman murder: SIA raids houses of JKLF ex-members

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The State Investigation Agency (SIA) conducted raids in central Kashmir as part of its investigation into the 35-year-old murder of Sarla Bhat, a Kashmiri Pandit woman. The raids targeted individuals formerly associated with the banned Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF).

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Who were the mothers who shaped Mahatma Gandhi, Sachin Tendulkar, Narendra Modi and other well-known Indians?

Farhan Akhtar In Sam Mendes' Beatles Film, Plays Ravi Shankar

Farhan Akhtar In Sam Mendes' Beatles Film, Plays Ravi Shankar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

'The closure of Don 3 was the best thing to happen to Farhan. If he was committed to directing Don, he wouldn't have been able to take on Pandit Ravi Shankar's role in The Beatles.'

UP Statues of Freedom Fighters Reinstalled After Outrage

UP Statues of Freedom Fighters Reinstalled After Outrage

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Statues of freedom fighters demolished in Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, have been reinstalled within 24 hours following the Chief Minister's orders, prompting calls for a thorough investigation into the incident.

'Make A Hindu Kashmir And Declare It Union Territory'

'Make A Hindu Kashmir And Declare It Union Territory'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

'Kashmir needs to be divided and we need the land of Panun Kashmir in Kashmir.'

Shardul, Lad shine at MCA awards as Mumbai stars honoured

Shardul, Lad shine at MCA awards as Mumbai stars honoured

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Shardul Thakur and Siddhesh Lad were named Cricketers of the Year for seasons 2024-25 and 2025-26 respectively during the MCA Awards ceremony

The Cricket Series Aamir Khan Is Making A Film On

The Cricket Series Aamir Khan Is Making A Film On

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Aamir Khan's upcoming film, aims to shed light on the 1952-1953 India-Pakistan series, which occurred just five years after Partition and marked Pakistan's first official Test series.

Operation Sindoor: 'This Is Not Just A Film. It Is A Revelation'

Operation Sindoor: 'This Is Not Just A Film. It Is A Revelation'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

'What emerges is a reality far more complex, far more precise, and far more unsettling than what is available in the public domain.'

Kalki's Day Out With Farida Jalal

Kalki's Day Out With Farida Jalal

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The winners of the 8th Critics' Choice Awards 2026 were announced on Tuesday, March 24 at the J W Marriott Mumbai Juhu. Take a look at the winners at the guest at the award ceremony.

Tragedy in Godda: Two Young Brothers Drown in Pond

Tragedy in Godda: Two Young Brothers Drown in Pond

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Two brothers, aged 12 and 10, drowned in a pond in Jharkhand's Godda district after going out to play after school. Police have registered an unnatural death case and are investigating the incident.

Delhi University College Renaming Sparks Staff Protest

Delhi University College Renaming Sparks Staff Protest

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Staff at Delhi University's Dyal Singh Evening College stage a fresh protest against the proposed renaming of the institution, raising concerns about the legacy of Sardar Dyal Singh Majithia and the lack of consultation in the decision-making process.

Court Denies Bail To TCS Employee In Conversion Case

Court Denies Bail To TCS Employee In Conversion Case

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A Nashik court denied pre-arrest bail to a TCS employee accused of sexual harassment and forcible conversion, citing a 'systematic plan' to brainwash the victim and send her to Malaysia. The court emphasised the need for custodial interrogation to uncover the root of the case, highlighting the multi-dimensional nature of the alleged offence.

Samay Raina opens up on Latent row, hints at second season

Samay Raina opens up on Latent row, hints at second season

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Comedian Samay Raina discusses the controversy surrounding his show 'India's Got Latent' and hints at a second season in a new stand-up special.

'Nari Shakti': Vaishali's historic win draws praise from Pawan Kalyan

'Nari Shakti': Vaishali's historic win draws praise from Pawan Kalyan

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

India's R Vaishali wins the FIDE Women's Candidates 2026 in Cyprus, earning the right to challenge world champion Ju Wenjun and drawing praise for her historic achievement.

Iranian Art Exhibition Honours Children Killed In School Bombing

Iranian Art Exhibition Honours Children Killed In School Bombing

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

An art exhibition in New Delhi showcased drawings by children killed in a school bombing in Iran, offering a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict.

Exodus Day: Kashmiri Pandit Inspects Destroyed Homes

Exodus Day: Kashmiri Pandit Inspects Destroyed Homes

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Kashmiri Pandit Anita Chandpuri inspects the destroyed homes of community members on the 35th anniversary of the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits from the Kashmir Valley, January 19, 2025.

IPL 2026: LSG vs KKR: Rinku stars as Kolkata edge LSG in Super Over

IPL 2026: LSG vs KKR: Rinku stars as Kolkata edge LSG in Super Over

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders edged Lucknow Super Giants in a tense Super Over finish in Lucknow on Sunday, surviving a major batting collapse before holding their nerve in the decider to snatch a dramatic win in a clash between two struggling sides.

J-K doctor braves snow, rides atop excavator to reach hospital

J-K doctor braves snow, rides atop excavator to reach hospital

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

A doctor in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, braved heavy snowfall and used an excavator to reach his hospital and attend to patients.

Delhi Police Arrest Two Members of 'Doodh Chor' Gang Involved in Dairy Thefts

Delhi Police Arrest Two Members of 'Doodh Chor' Gang Involved in Dairy Thefts

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two members of a gang known as the 'Doodh Chor' (Milk Thief) gang after a video surfaced online showing them stealing dairy products. The accused are linked to multiple thefts of milk and curd in the Uttam Nagar area.

Protest against VC turns violent in JNU; student groups trade barbs

Protest against VC turns violent in JNU; student groups trade barbs

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Tensions escalated at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) following a clash between student groups aligned with the Left and Right, each accusing the other of violence during a protest march.

Kakori Martyrs' Statues Demolished in UP, Sparking Protests

Kakori Martyrs' Statues Demolished in UP, Sparking Protests

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Statues of Kakori train action martyrs were allegedly demolished during road beautification work in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, leading to widespread protests and an FIR being filed against the responsible company.

Kakori Martyrs' Statues Demolished in UP, Sparking Political Fury

Kakori Martyrs' Statues Demolished in UP, Sparking Political Fury

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Statues of Kakori train action martyrs in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, were allegedly demolished during road beautification work, sparking outrage and demands for action against those responsible.

What The Opposition Must Learn From Mamata's Defeat

What The Opposition Must Learn From Mamata's Defeat

Rediff.com6 May 2026

'If the Opposition associates itself too much with the minorities, then it becomes easy for the BJP to get Hindu consolidation votes.'

Illegal Shops of Accused in HPCL Officials' Murder Demolished in Budaun

Illegal Shops of Accused in HPCL Officials' Murder Demolished in Budaun

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Authorities in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, demolished shops belonging to the prime suspect in the murder of two HPCL officials, citing illegal construction on government land. The move follows demands for a CBI probe by the victim's family.

Lessons that opposition party needs to learn after Bengal elections

Lessons that opposition party needs to learn after Bengal elections

Rediff.com5 May 2026

What lessons opposition parties need to learn post defeat of Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal elections? The election saw spectacular victor of BJP which rose from 3 seats in 2016 to 206 seats in 2026 assembly elections.

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

He was childlike with a camera in his hands -- not nave, but wonderstruck, as though the world were always on the verge of delivering something unrepeatable. Pulitzer Prize nominee Namas Bhojani recalls his long association with Raghu Rai, the legendary photographer who passed into the ages on Sunday.

Chhattisgarh to Host Khelo India Tribal Games Annually After Successful Inaugural Edition

Chhattisgarh to Host Khelo India Tribal Games Annually After Successful Inaugural Edition

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced that the Khelo India Tribal Games will be held annually in the state following the success of the inaugural edition. The event aims to provide a platform for tribal athletes to showcase their talent and gain national recognition.

Pak-linked terror module targeting key infra busted in UP, 4 nabbed

Pak-linked terror module targeting key infra busted in UP, 4 nabbed

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested four members of a suspected terror module allegedly operating at the behest of Pakistani handlers for planning attacks on key installations, including railway infrastructure.

Aviation firm director, dhaba owner held in Delhi Brigadier assault case

Aviation firm director, dhaba owner held in Delhi Brigadier assault case

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The director of an aviation firm and a dhaba owner have been arrested in Delhi for assaulting an Army brigadier and his son after the officer objected to them drinking alcohol in public.

IFL: Dempo secure first win of the season; Rajasthan United FC Snatch Late Win

IFL: Dempo secure first win of the season; Rajasthan United FC Snatch Late Win

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Naoba Meitei's dramatic stoppage-time goal gave Rajasthan United FC a 1-0 victory over Gokulam Kerala FC in a closely contested Indian Football League match.

Aviation Firm Director, Dhaba Owner Arrested in Delhi Brigadier Assault Case

Aviation Firm Director, Dhaba Owner Arrested in Delhi Brigadier Assault Case

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men, including an aviation firm director and a dhaba owner, in connection with the assault on an Army brigadier and his son after the officer objected to them drinking alcohol in a car outside his residence.

Statues of Kakori martyrs razed in UP, FIR filed

Statues of Kakori martyrs razed in UP, FIR filed

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The demolition of statues of Kakori train action martyrs in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has sparked widespread outrage and political condemnation, leading to an FIR and government action.

UP Authorities Demolish Shops of Accused in HPCL Official Murder Case

UP Authorities Demolish Shops of Accused in HPCL Official Murder Case

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Authorities in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, demolished shops belonging to the prime suspect in the murder of two HPCL officials, citing illegal construction on government land. Two more individuals were arrested for allegedly aiding the accused in the crime.

Asha Bhosle: The Voice That Had No Expiry Date

Asha Bhosle: The Voice That Had No Expiry Date

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Words can barely capture the depth and beauty of Asha Bhosle's voice, at once ethereal and ineffable. Her demise has created a void but the songs she sang will never die.