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Villagers tie telecom technician to mobile tower over 5G poor 5G network

Villagers tie telecom technician to mobile tower over 5G poor 5G network

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Six villagers in Fatehpur district were arrested after allegedly tying a telecom technician to a mobile tower. The incident occurred following prolonged 5G network outages, with residents demanding resolution to connectivity issues. Police rescued the technician and subsequently arrested six individuals who were later released on bail.

Australia retain Marnus Labuschagne for South Africa Tests despite poor form

Australia retain Marnus Labuschagne for South Africa Tests despite poor form

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Australia has announced its 16-member squad for the upcoming three-Test tour of South Africa, with top-order batsman Marnus Labuschagne retaining his place despite recent poor form.

CJP activist holds 'Sadak Satyagraha' hunger strike in Maha over poor roads

CJP activist holds 'Sadak Satyagraha' hunger strike in Maha over poor roads

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Cockroach Janta Party activist Vivek Tiwari's "Sadak Satyagraha" hunger strike in Palghar, Maharashtra, protesting poor road conditions and inadequate infrastructure, has entered its sixth day, drawing support from various political parties.

Bollywood Movie Shoot Blamed For English County Club Leicestershire's Pitch Penalty

Bollywood Movie Shoot Blamed For English County Club Leicestershire's Pitch Penalty

Rediff.com5 days ago

Leicestershire County Cricket Club has been docked 27 points and fined 5,000 after their pitch was rated 'poor' during a match against Glamorgan, with the head groundsman attributing the conditions to a Bollywood film shoot and extreme heat.

Why Start-up Employees May Retire Poor

Why Start-up Employees May Retire Poor

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

An employee whose financial future is 60-80 per cent dependent on a single company's growth trajectory has no genuine safety net.

Asian Games: India's Equestrian Campaign Off To Disappointing Start

Asian Games: India's Equestrian Campaign Off To Disappointing Start

Rediff.com10 hours ago

India's equestrian team experienced a disappointing start at the Asian Games, finishing seventh in the eventing team dressage and being eliminated from the team jumping competition. Individual performances also saw Indian riders placed lower down the ranks.

Can India Fix Its Growing Student Housing Crisis?

Can India Fix Its Growing Student Housing Crisis?

Rediff.com17 hours ago

India's student housing shortage is widening, but high land costs, weak rental yields and regulatory hurdles are keeping organised developers away.

Daayra, Vibe Falter At Box Office, Hanuman Ansh Is A Big Hit

Daayra, Vibe Falter At Box Office, Hanuman Ansh Is A Big Hit

Rediff.com1 days ago

Hanuman Ansh continues its phenomenal run at the box office, cementing its status as an all-time mega blockbuster, even as new releases Daayra and Vibe struggle.

Organisational Chaos Greets Indian Chess Champions At Samarkand Olympiad

Organisational Chaos Greets Indian Chess Champions At Samarkand Olympiad

Rediff.com7 days ago

Defending champions India faced significant organisational issues upon arrival in Samarkand for the Chess Olympiad, experiencing a five-hour delay in hotel room allotment. Players and coaches, including Grandmasters Srinath Narayanan and Vidit Gujrathi, expressed frustration over the poor arrangements for the prestigious FIDE tournament.

Two goals up, Manchester United dumped by Brighton in League Cup

Two goals up, Manchester United dumped by Brighton in League Cup

Rediff.com6 days ago

Manchester United suffered a historic 3-2 home defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion in the League Cup, despite taking a two-goal lead. This loss marks the first time in nearly 50 years United have lost at home after being two goals up, adding to their recent struggles including a Premier League loss to Manchester City and a poor start to the season.

Marnus Labuschagne backs himself for Australia's No. 3 Test spot

Marnus Labuschagne backs himself for Australia's No. 3 Test spot

Rediff.com5 days ago

Marnus Labuschagne remains confident he is Australia's best No. 3 Test option, despite facing criticism for a prolonged century drought and a recent average of 25.43 since the 2023 Ashes.

CBI books US missionary group The Timothy Initiative for FCRA breach

CBI books US missionary group The Timothy Initiative for FCRA breach

Rediff.com6 days ago

The CBI has registered a case against USA-based Christian missionary group The Timothy Initiative (TTI) and its associates for allegedly misusing Rs 92.55 crore in foreign funds for missionary activities, violating the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010. The case, based on a Union Home Ministry complaint and ED investigation, highlights the alleged use of foreign debit cards and attempts to conceal identities.

Fire in Telangana hospital's newborn unit kills three infants

Fire in Telangana hospital's newborn unit kills three infants

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Three infants tragically died after a fire erupted in the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) of the state-run RIMS hospital in Adilabad, Telangana. A preliminary inquiry suggests a short circuit in the air-conditioning unit caused the blaze, leading to thick smoke. State Health Minister C Damodar Rajanarasimha has ordered a comprehensive inquiry into the incident, promising strict action against any negligence.

EPL: Liverpool 'Lacked Freshness' As They Drop Points

EPL: Liverpool 'Lacked Freshness' As They Drop Points

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Liverpool's underwhelming start to the Premier League season continued with a drab 0-0 home draw against Fulham, leaving new coach Andoni Iraola unbeaten but with his side struggling to find form.

EPL: Aston Villa register first win as Spurs' misery deepens

EPL: Aston Villa register first win as Spurs' misery deepens

Rediff.com3 days ago

Aston Villa secured their first Premier League victory of the season with a 3-2 win against Tottenham Hotspur, who remain in the relegation zone after another disappointing performance.

Aastha Kunj Park Security Lapses Exposed After Horrific Incident

Aastha Kunj Park Security Lapses Exposed After Horrific Incident

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Aastha Kunj Park in southeast Delhi is under intense scrutiny following the alleged gangrape of a 17-year-old girl by men posing as police personnel. The incident has brought to light significant security deficiencies, including broken boundary walls, unmanned gates, and poor lighting, raising serious concerns about public safety in the sprawling green space.

BRICS summit to have unexpected visitor: Rains

BRICS summit to have unexpected visitor: Rains

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Delhi is experiencing heavy rainfall and strong winds, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert, which is impacting ongoing preparations for the crucial BRICS Summit.

Chess Olympiad: Indian Team Stranded Without Hotel Rooms In Samarkand

Chess Olympiad: Indian Team Stranded Without Hotel Rooms In Samarkand

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian chess team, including defending champions, faced significant delays and were left without hotel rooms for over five hours upon arrival in Samarkand for the 46th Chess Olympiad, prompting captains to voice their frustration on social media.

The Long Road To Viksit Bharat

The Long Road To Viksit Bharat

Rediff.com7 days ago

The question for the next 20 years is not whether India can become a $5 trillion or $10 trillion economy. Those are attractive targets, but the real question is whether India can create enough productive jobs, educate its children properly, make its cities liveable, and give hundreds of millions of people a substantially better life, asserts Ramesh Menon.

Dhoni-Zaheer reunion at CSK: Former pacer named successor to Stephen Fleming

Dhoni-Zaheer reunion at CSK: Former pacer named successor to Stephen Fleming

Rediff.com1 days ago

Five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings have announced former India pace bowler Zaheer Khan as their new head coach for the IPL 2027 season, replacing long-serving Stephen Fleming.

Newborn dies after ambulance stuck on damage road for 2 hours

Newborn dies after ambulance stuck on damage road for 2 hours

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

A newborn girl tragically died in Agra after the ambulance transporting her mother got stuck for two hours on a severely damaged road in Gadhwar village. The family has filed a complaint, prompting an investigation, while Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has criticised the incident, blaming corruption.

Law And Order Review: Criminally Bad!

Law And Order Review: Criminally Bad!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Law And Order not only delivers an outdated and amateurish gangster drama, but also manages to drag Mammootty's iconic Black character into the mess.

'Were you there to sell chickpeas?' Akram slams Babar Azam's captaincy in England Tests

'Were you there to sell chickpeas?' Akram slams Babar Azam's captaincy in England Tests

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has strongly criticised current skipper Babar Azam following Pakistan's disastrous Test series against England. Akram questioned Babar's awareness of team changes and suggested he should not have taken on the captaincy again, especially after the team's poor performance and subsequent sanctions.

Brobbey 'tricks' for Sunderland, but Manchester City win eight-goal thriller

Brobbey 'tricks' for Sunderland, but Manchester City win eight-goal thriller

Rediff.com2 days ago

Manchester City secured their position at the top of the Premier League table with a thrilling 5-3 victory over Sunderland. Despite a hat-trick from Sunderland's Brian Brobbey, City maintained their 100% start to the season, with Antoine Semenyo scoring a double and Erling Haaland sealing the win late on. Elsewhere, Liverpool secured a 1-0 win against Bournemouth, while Leeds United drew 0-0 with Crystal Palace.

Why Did Akshay, Saif Skip Haiwaan Screening?

Why Did Akshay, Saif Skip Haiwaan Screening?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Despite receiving poor reviews, the cast and crew of Haiwaan gather in Mumbai for a star-studded screening.

'Ashamed' Gadkari won't attend Mumbai-Goa highway opening

'Ashamed' Gadkari won't attend Mumbai-Goa highway opening

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has expressed his determination to blacklist contractors and suspend officials responsible for delays and shoddy execution of infrastructure projects. He plans to personally inspect the delayed Mumbai-Goa Highway in October and urged the Goa government to develop roadside amenities and promote green initiatives along the route. Gadkari also highlighted the importance of infrastructure for economic growth and sustainable development.

Is Chess Olympiad Winner's Curse Catching Up With India?

Is Chess Olympiad Winner's Curse Catching Up With India?

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Indian chess teams, both Open and Women's, face a significant challenge to defend their Chess Olympiad titles in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, after crucial losses and a historical 'winner's curse' where no Open section champion has successfully defended their title in the last five editions.

India's Shooting Campaign Hits A Snag At Asian Games

India's Shooting Campaign Hits A Snag At Asian Games

Rediff.com15 hours ago

India's shooting campaign at the Asian Games faced a setback as Elavenil Valarivan and Parth Mane finished fourth in the 10m air rifle mixed team final, extending the country's wait for a gold medal. Despite strong qualification, the Indian pair struggled in the final, while China secured gold with a world record. This follows other near-misses for India, highlighting the intense competition and the need to convert strong starts into medals. The focus now shifts to upcoming events, including Manu Bhaker's participation.

The Real Reason You May Be Feeling Fat, Angry, Tired...

The Real Reason You May Be Feeling Fat, Angry, Tired...

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Dr Pooja Chaudhary, consultant-obstetrics, gynaecology and laparoscopic surgery at Motherhood Hospitals, explains how you can manage your thyroid-related health problems.

10 CV Tips To Get Hired

10 CV Tips To Get Hired

Rediff.com4 days ago

Weak verbs and poor language can make even impressive achievements seem ordinary, points out Nayagam PP, a career coach and founder of EduJob360.

How To Pick The Right Broker

How To Pick The Right Broker

Rediff.com7 days ago

Investors opening new brokerage accounts must choose a broker suited to their style.

Asian Games: Shafali blitz, Charani magic send India into semis

Asian Games: Shafali blitz, Charani magic send India into semis

Rediff.com4 days ago

Shafali Verma produced a stunning 15-ball blitz as India crushed Japan by eight wickets with 15 overs to spare and stormed into the Asian Games semi-finals.

Why I Refuse To Romanticise The 1980s

Why I Refuse To Romanticise The 1980s

Rediff.com14 Sep 2026

Some decades are worth remembering exactly as they were, unfiltered, because that's the only way the people who survived them get to be seen at all, points out Binu Alex.

AFI Trims Asian Games Athletics Team To 74 Members

AFI Trims Asian Games Athletics Team To 74 Members

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

India's Asian Games athletics team has been reduced from 77 to 74 members, with javelin thrower Annu Rani, long jumper Shahnavaz Khan, and sprinter Nithya Gandhe dropped due to performance and medical reasons after a confirmatory trial.

How Social Media Is Destroying Your Retirement

How Social Media Is Destroying Your Retirement

Rediff.com4 days ago

Urban Indian millennials are caught in an algorithmically amplified consumption spiral where social media normalises spending patterns that systematically undermine retirement security.

LaLiga: Raphinha hits hat-trick as Barcelona thrash Racing

LaLiga: Raphinha hits hat-trick as Barcelona thrash Racing

Rediff.com5 days ago

Hansi Flick has become the first Barcelona manager to win the club's opening seven competitive matches of a season after a dominant 7-2 victory over Racing Santander.

Why is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi still warming the bench?

Why is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi still warming the bench?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian cricket fans and former players questioned India's decision to leave Vaibhav Sooryavanshi out of the XI for the second T20I against Afghanistan.

The Daily Wager Who May Go To The Oscars

The Daily Wager Who May Go To The Oscars

Rediff.com1 days ago

'The FFI jury said Gondhal is the best film in terms of overall quality -- the sound, background music and cinematography.' 'In every aspect, I don't think this film can be compared to other Indian films. This may sound like overconfidence, but we know what we have done.'

16-year-old Dowman steals Arsenal's League Cup show

16-year-old Dowman steals Arsenal's League Cup show

Rediff.com6 days ago

Arsenal's 16-year-old Max Dowman scored twice in a 4-2 League Cup victory over Ipswich Town, continuing their perfect season start. Liverpool also advanced to the fourth round, beating Tottenham Hotspur 3-1 at Anfield. Other Premier League teams Fulham and Brentford also secured wins, while third-tier Peterborough progressed via a penalty shootout.

Niki Prasad's all-round show in vain as India A women lose to Australia

Niki Prasad's all-round show in vain as India A women lose to Australia

Rediff.com7 days ago

Australia Women 'A' defeated India 'A' by 30 runs in Mullanpur, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match unofficial T20I series, largely thanks to Katie Mack's unbeaten 83.