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Auto-driver thrashed on camera for 'insulting' Marathi

Auto-driver thrashed on camera for 'insulting' Marathi

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

A video showing an auto-rickshaw driver being beaten up allegedly by Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray workers in Maharashtra's Palghar district for 'anti-Marathi' remarks has gone viral on social media, further fuelling controversy over the language issue in the state.

India-Pakistan Conflict Takes Toll On Punjab Trade

India-Pakistan Conflict Takes Toll On Punjab Trade

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

'Those who call for war from far-off places should realise the repercussions it has on the people who are actually affected.'

Roads waterlogged, trains delayed as heavy rains disrupt Mumbai

Roads waterlogged, trains delayed as heavy rains disrupt Mumbai

Rediff.com26 May 2025

The IMD issued a "Nowcast" warning, forecasting thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and intense spells of rain with gusty winds reaching 50-60 kmph at isolated places in Mumbai in the next three to four hours.

'Shocked by verdict': Mumbai police ex-chief defends 7/11 blasts probe

'Shocked by verdict': Mumbai police ex-chief defends 7/11 blasts probe

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Former Mumbai police commissioner A N Roy expressed shock over the Bombay High Court's acquittal of all 12 accused in the 7/11 train blasts case, defending the police investigation and expressing confidence in an appeal to the Supreme Court.

The Sword Of Vigilance Hangs Over Bankers

The Sword Of Vigilance Hangs Over Bankers

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'Vigilance' is a dreaded term for PSB employees and there are instances where this fear is misused by the higher authorities to tame their subordinate officials. This fear always deters PSB executives from making decisions -- the fewer the decisions, the less the chance of falling into trouble, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Arunachal CM warns of China's 'water bomb'

Arunachal CM warns of China's 'water bomb'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has expressed grave concerns over China's mega dam project near the Arunachal border, calling it a 'water bomb' and an existential threat.

HC acquits all 12 accused in 2006 Mumbai blasts case

HC acquits all 12 accused in 2006 Mumbai blasts case

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

The Bombay High Court acquitted all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case, citing a failure by the prosecution to prove their guilt and raising serious concerns about the investigation and evidence presented.

'Justice got killed': 7/11 Mumbai train blasts survivors on verdict

'Justice got killed': 7/11 Mumbai train blasts survivors on verdict

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'No one got punished for the irreparable damage and pain suffered by thousands of families'

Shastri's Fab 5: Icons Who Redefined Indian Cricket

Shastri's Fab 5: Icons Who Redefined Indian Cricket

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

On the podcast, Shastri named Gavaskar, Kapil Dev, Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and Virat Kohli in his top five.

Shinde blames early arrival of monsoon for Mumbai flooding

Shinde blames early arrival of monsoon for Mumbai flooding

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday attributed early arrival of the southwest monsoon and heavy rainfall in a short span for the inundation of low-lying areas in Mumbai, which disrupted road and railway traffic.

Public life likely to be hit as over 25 crore workers call 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday

Public life likely to be hit as over 25 crore workers call 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

More than 25 crore workers engaged in sectors ranging from banking, insurance, postal to coal mining, highway and construction are expected to go on a nationwide general strike on Wednesday, potentially disrupting services across the country. A forum of 10 central trade unions and their associates has called for a general strike or 'Bharat Bandh' to "oppose the anti-worker, anti-farmer and anti-national pro-corporate policies of the government".

'India Should Reduce Tariffs For All Countries'

'India Should Reduce Tariffs For All Countries'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'That way you're not hostage just to US sort of exports to India.'

Rename Churchgate station after...: Dhangar leader

Rename Churchgate station after...: Dhangar leader

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Talking about the demand for renaming Churchgate station, Shendage asked, "There is neither any church nor any gate here, so why retain the name Churchgate?"

Man jumps before train with 4 kids after fight with wife

Man jumps before train with 4 kids after fight with wife

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

The loco pilot kept blowing the horn from a distance but the man did not move from the track. When the train came close to them, he jumped in front of the train with the children -- Pawan (10), Karu (9), Murli (5) and Chotu (3).

Accident at bullet train construction site disrupts trains

Accident at bullet train construction site disrupts trains

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

A segmental launching gantry used for construction at a bullet train project site near Ahmedabad accidentally skid from its position and affected the adjoining railway line, disrupting the movement of several trains, officials said on Monday.

Modi sounds poll bugle in Bihar, promises Mumbai-like growth

Modi sounds poll bugle in Bihar, promises Mumbai-like growth

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday sounded the poll bugle in Bihar, where assembly elections are due this year, calling for 'an NDA government, once again', which would protect the state from the 'evil intentions' of the Rashtriya Janata Dal-Congress combine.

Oppn's Chakka Jam Hits Normal Life In Bihar

Oppn's Chakka Jam Hits Normal Life In Bihar

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Wednesday's joint protest march in Patna marked a significant moment, with Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, and Tejashwi Yadav, the Leader of Opposition in the Bihar assembly, leading a unified demonstration -- perhaps a first in the state's recent political history.

Red alert in many states as monsoon covers India; 2 killed U'khand

Red alert in many states as monsoon covers India; 2 killed U'khand

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

The labourers, who are said to be of Nepali origin, were engaged in the construction of a hotel.

'Marathis Are Anxious About Survival'

'Marathis Are Anxious About Survival'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'Maharashtrians are facing a dual battle -- numerical battle with North Indians and financial battle with Gujaratis and Marwaris.' 'This has created anxiety about survival and ownership over Mumbai and Maharashtra.'

Fire, clouds of smoke, debris...: Eyewitness recounts Guj plane crash

Fire, clouds of smoke, debris...: Eyewitness recounts Guj plane crash

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Speaking about the building in which the plane crashed, the eyewitness said, "It is a residential building, doctors live there."

Kavach system not in place on Bengal crash route: Railway Board

Kavach system not in place on Bengal crash route: Railway Board

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Chairperson of the Railway Board Jaya Varma Sinha said that Kavach, an automatic anti-collision train protection system, is being planned for the route.

After Srikanth, actor Krishna held in Chennai drug trafficking case

After Srikanth, actor Krishna held in Chennai drug trafficking case

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

This follows an earlier incident on May 22, 2025, in which a large quantity of drugs was seized near the Nungambakkam railway station, according to a Greater Chennai Police press release.

What Makes J&K's Vande Bharat One Of A Kind

What Makes J&K's Vande Bharat One Of A Kind

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

The new Vande Bharat train is custom-built for Himalayan winter conditions, includes heated windscreens, thermally insulated lavatories, and advanced sub-zero heating systems.

Modi launches India's first vertical lift sea bridge in TN, Stalin opts out

Modi launches India's first vertical lift sea bridge in TN, Stalin opts out

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Pamban sea bridge, providing rail link between Rameswaram island and the mainland and flagged off the new Rameswaram-Tambaram (Chennai) train service. The bridge is India's first vertical sea-lift bridge, spanning 2.08 kilometers, and includes a 72.5-meter-long vertical lift span that can be raised up to 17 meters, allowing the smooth passage of large ships while ensuring seamless train operations. Built at a cost of over Rs 550 crore, the bridge features stainless steel reinforcement, high-grade paint, and fully welded joints, enhancing durability while reducing maintenance requirements. The bridge is a remarkable blend of tradition and technology.

1 killed, 3 injured as Kamakhya Express derail in Odisha

1 killed, 3 injured as Kamakhya Express derail in Odisha

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

The train was heading to Kamakhya station in Assam's Guwahati from Bengaluru.

High drama at 'Marathi asmita' march near Mumbai; Sena minister heckled

High drama at 'Marathi asmita' march near Mumbai; Sena minister heckled

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Police detained MNS leader Avinash Jadhav ahead of a rally planned in Thane to counter a protest staged by traders against the slapping of a food stall owner for not speaking in Marathi.

Seen Dhoni's Railways Appointment Letter?

Seen Dhoni's Railways Appointment Letter?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

This simple document encapsulates a pivotal juncture in Dhoni's life when he served as a ticket collector

Every passenger gets 55% concession: Railway minister

Every passenger gets 55% concession: Railway minister

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Every passenger gets 55 per cent concession on train journeys, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said regarding demands to restore pre-Covid fare concessions for senior citizens and media persons.

Odisha police's 30-hr op to rescue missing minor girl

Odisha police's 30-hr op to rescue missing minor girl

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The police have rescued an 11-year-old girl, who went missing from her home following a heated exchange of words with her mother, after conducting a 30-hour-long search operation in Bhubaneswar.

When The Wife Turned Murderer

When The Wife Turned Murderer

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Recent cases where the wife turned murderer.

26/11 accused Rana seeks court's permission to talk to family

26/11 accused Rana seeks court's permission to talk to family

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a jailed accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has moved a court in New Delhi seeking permission to speak to his family. The 64-year-old Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman is currently in judicial custody and is accused of conspiring with David Coleman Headley and operatives of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Harkat-ul-Jihadi Islami (HUJI) to carry out the terror attacks. Rana was brought to India after the American Supreme Court dismissed his review plea against his extradition.

Be Prepared For Another War!

Be Prepared For Another War!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

India needs to be technologically and militarily prepared to defend itself from both Pakistan and China, alerts Ramesh Menon.

'Competition in India is Absolutely Fierce': Uber GM

'Competition in India is Absolutely Fierce': Uber GM

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'Unless we consistently show up with the right cars, at the right time, priced fairly, we risk becoming irrelevant very quickly.'

Delhi govt to suspend officials for Minto Bridge flooding

Delhi govt to suspend officials for Minto Bridge flooding

Rediff.com25 May 2025

The Delhi government is likely to take disciplinary actions against officials responsible for waterlogging at the Minto Bridge underpass after overnight showers. A junior engineer and pump operator responsible for the underpass will be suspended and the assistant engineer will be issued a show cause notice for supervisory lapses.

A cricket book that tells stories beyond 22 yards...

A cricket book that tells stories beyond 22 yards...

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Book to tell 500 years of cricketing stories beyond the scorecards

'IIFCL book can grow to Rs 4 trn by FY28'

'IIFCL book can grow to Rs 4 trn by FY28'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

'Although we are facing constraints related to lending and resource mobilisation, the government is aware of these.'

Wah! Holi@Taj

Wah! Holi@Taj

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Holi celebrations have begun. Glimpses from Agra, Varanasi, New Delhi and Patna...

BJP leader's obscene video: Woman alleges she slipped, files FIR

BJP leader's obscene video: Woman alleges she slipped, files FIR

Rediff.com27 May 2025

A woman in India has filed a police complaint claiming that a video showing BJP Gonda district president Amar Kishore Kashyap engaging in inappropriate behavior with her was distorted and circulated to malign her and Kashyap. The woman stated that Kashyap is like an elder brother to her and that there is no inappropriate relationship between them. The video, which has been circulating on social media for the past two days, purportedly shows Kashyap engaging in inappropriate behavior with a woman party worker at the party office. A fellow party worker allegedly recorded and circulated the video, sending it to senior party leadership with a request for investigation and action.

Any proof of 200 deaths in Delhi stampede, asks SC; dismisses petition

Any proof of 200 deaths in Delhi stampede, asks SC; dismisses petition

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

The Supreme Court of India dismissed a plea seeking directions on crowd management at the New Delhi railway station, following a stampede that resulted in the deaths of at least 18 people. The court questioned the claim of 200 deaths and suggested the petitioner approach the Delhi High Court.

'Pakistan Navy Is Partnering Dawood'

'Pakistan Navy Is Partnering Dawood'

Rediff.com23 May 2025

'The Pakistan establishment keeps him well protected.'