Authorities in Ghaziabad intensified verification drives and sealed three unrecognised madrassas in the Khoda area following the murder of a 17-year-old boy. The incident has led to heightened security measures and political reactions.
Tripura Police's Crime Branch has filed a charge sheet against six individuals in connection with a Phensedyl smuggling case, following the seizure of a large quantity of the banned substance last year.
Finn Allen smashed a 47-ball 100 not out as Kolkata Knight Riders thrashed Delhi Capitals by eight wickets to register their fourth win on the trot in the IPL, in New Delhi, on Friday.
Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten century to fire Royal Challengers Bengaluru to an emphatic six-wicket victory against Kolkata Knight Riders.
India's National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has provisionally suspended 24 athletes across various sports, including cricketer Bhupen Lalwani, weightlifter Ajith Narayana, wrestler Sahil Jaglan, and national record holder runner KM Deeksha, for failing dope tests. The suspensions highlight ongoing challenges with doping in Indian sports.
Fuel prices have risen by about Rs 7.5 per litre since May 15, as global crude oil prices surged due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia and supply concerns around the Strait of Hormuz.
Delhi Police have dismantled a honey-trap and extortion racket where gang members impersonated police officers to extort money from victims met through dating apps.
A married man and his parents have been booked for allegedly abducting a girl student from Kolkata, forcing her to convert to another religion, and then marrying her, a senior police officer said on Friday.
A timely unbeaten 53 from vice-captain Rinku Singh and a fine spell from Varun Chakravarthy powered former champions Kolkata Knight Riders to their first win of IPL 2026.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was crowned the Most Valuable Player of the 2026 IPL season, achieving an unprecedented MVPI of 1071, significantly ahead of his closest competitor, Shubman Gill. His exceptional strike rate of 236 was a key factor in this achievement, making him only the third player in IPL history to surpass an MVPI of 1000 in a single season.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to rediscover their batting form against Kolkata Knight Riders, whose in-form bowling attack has revived their IPL 2026 playoff hopes.
Police in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against six individuals for allegedly abducting a Dalit woman five days before her wedding. The case has been registered under relevant sections of the BNS and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
Saif Ali Khan may have delivered several iconic performances, but some of his fascinating roles still do not get the appreciation they truly deserve.
CPI(M) General Secretary M A Baby and other Left leaders were detained by Delhi Police during a protest against ED searches at former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's residence. The CPI(M) alleges excessive force was used, while police state around 50 protesters were detained and released.
Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a commanding 29-run win over Gujarat Titans at Eden Gardens, powered by a blazing batting display from Finn Allen and Angkrish Raghuvanshi, despite strong resistance from GT's top order.
Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2026 after the league stage.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, riding high on a five-match winning streak, will face a resurgent Kolkata Knight Riders in an IPL match. SRH's strong batting line-up, featuring in-form players like Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen, will challenge KKR's bowling attack. KKR, led by Ajinkya Rahane, aims to continue their comeback after consecutive wins.
KKR arrived in IPL 2026 with big signings and high expectations. But instead of another title push, the season unravelled into a frustrating mix of injuries and missed opportunities.
Kolkata Knight Riders will aim for nothing less than a win when they clash against Delhi Capitals in the season's final league match of IPL 2026.
Police in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against four members of a family for alleged dowry harassment, assault, and criminal intimidation following the victim's miscarriage.
Kolkata Knight Riders remain optimistic about Cameron Green's potential despite his slow start in the IPL, as the team grapples with injuries and seeks a turnaround in their performance.
Spinner Noor Ahmad excelled with the ball as a clinical Chennai Super Kings outclassed Kolkata Knight Riders by 32 runs.
Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate drug supply network, arresting two individuals and seizing narcotics valued at over Rs 2 crore. The operation followed intelligence about drug trafficking, leading to the arrest of Sarthak Tyagi and Kulpreet Singh. The investigation is ongoing to identify other members of the supply chain.
Kuldeep Yadav marked his return in stunning three-wicket haul to complement K L Rahul's blazing half-century at the top as Delhi Capitals outclassed a lacklustre Kolkata Knight Riders by 40 runs.
Delhi Police have arrested two men in connection with separate cyber investment fraud cases involving over Rs 74 lakh. The accused were involved in luring victims into investing in fake stock trading and IPO platforms.
Uttarakhand Police have arrested two more individuals involved in the murder of a retired Brigadier following an encounter. This brings the total number of arrests to nine, with one suspect still at large.
Kolkata Knight Riders face Mumbai Indians in a crucial IPL match, needing a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Their fate also depends on other match results.
Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2026 after Game 62.
Mamla Legal Hai 2 draws humour from its assorted characters, crafting quirky storylines inspired by newspaper headlines, and anchored by consistently strong performances, led by an ever-reliable Ravi Kishan, applauds Sreeju Sudhakaran.
A woman's husband and in-laws in Uttar Pradesh have been booked for allegedly causing the death of her unborn children twice by assaulting her over dowry demands during her pregnancies.
Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Lucknow Super Giants in a dramatic Super Over finish in the Indian Premier League.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured their second consecutive win in the IPL, defeating Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 32 runs. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad highlighted the team's improving dynamics and adaptability, while key performances from players like Noor Ahmad and Kartik Tyagi were also noted.
Faridabad Police have dismantled a workshop producing counterfeit Harpic toilet cleaner, arresting one individual and seizing a large quantity of fake products and manufacturing equipment.
Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive by defeating Mumbai Indians by four wickets in a rain-affected IPL match on Wednesday.
Vijay Varma continues to impress critics and fans with his performance in 'Matka King', prompting a look back at his most defining roles, from the conflicted cop in 'Monsoon Shootout' to the chilling antagonist in 'Darlings'.
Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2026 after Game 29.
Back home after nearly a month on the road and with their campaign hanging by a thread, Kolkata Knight Riders will look to stay alive in the IPL when they face a rampaging Gujarat Titans side chasing a top-two finish in Kolkata on Saturday.
Abhishek Sharma continues to lead the IPL 2026 MVPI table, highlighting a worrying trend where batters overwhelmingly dominate the top positions and only one bowler features in the top 20. Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2026 after Game 54.
A court in Uttar Pradesh sentenced former MLA Mohammad Tabish Khan and his brother to three years' imprisonment for assaulting a police constable in 2016.
Skipper Rishabh Pant conceded Lucknow Super Giants 'definitely need a break' after they succumbed to a Super Over loss to Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League.
