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Bombay High Court Slams FRRO for Obstructing US Citizen's Travel Despite Court Order

Bombay High Court Slams FRRO for Obstructing US Citizen's Travel Despite Court Order

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Bombay High Court has criticised the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) for failing to process the exit permit of a US national facing religious conversion charges, despite a court order allowing him to travel.

India's energy security 'bartered' to US influence: Rahul Gandhi

India's energy security 'bartered' to US influence: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com7 days ago

Rahul Gandhi accuses the government of compromising India's energy security by allowing the US to dictate oil supply relationships, raising concerns about the impact of global conflicts on India's energy access.

Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Supreme Court Quashes Snake Venom Case

Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Supreme Court Quashes Snake Venom Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

YouTuber Elvish Yadav expresses relief and questions the impact of harassment after the Supreme Court quashes the snake venom case against him, citing procedural flaws.

Maharashtra Sees Drop in Dowry Crimes Amidst Increased Vigilance

Maharashtra Sees Drop in Dowry Crimes Amidst Increased Vigilance

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Maharashtra Minister Pankaj Bhoyar reports a decline in dowry-related crimes over the past five years, attributing it to intensified government efforts through vigilance committees and special probe teams.

Deepika Padukone Can't Breathe!

Deepika Padukone Can't Breathe!

Rediff.com7 days ago

Deepika Padukone has raised concerns about the deteriorating air quality in Mumbai, India, highlighting the impact on residents, especially children. Her comments come amid growing concerns about pollution levels in the city, which have worsened in recent years due to construction, vehicular emissions, and industrial pollution.

Ranchi Man Injured After Contacting High-Tension Wire on Train Roof

Ranchi Man Injured After Contacting High-Tension Wire on Train Roof

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 28-year-old man in Ranchi sustained severe burn injuries after jumping onto a train roof and contacting a high-tension overhead wire. The incident occurred at Ranchi railway station, and the man is currently receiving treatment at a railway hospital.

Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt's Song Faces Legal Trouble

Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt's Song Faces Legal Trouble

Rediff.com3 days ago

An advocate has filed a complaint with the CBFC seeking a ban on the song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke, alleging obscenity and harmful content for minors.

Assam polls: Congress, Raijor Dal finalise alliance

Assam polls: Congress, Raijor Dal finalise alliance

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The Congress and Raijor Dal have finalised a seat-sharing agreement for the Assam assembly elections, with Congress leaving 11 constituencies for Raijor Dal and a friendly contest in two others. The alliance aims to defeat the BJP government.

Samajwadi Party Leader Faces Charges Over Eid Protest Appeal

Samajwadi Party Leader Faces Charges Over Eid Protest Appeal

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Samajwadi Party leader has been booked for allegedly urging Muslims not to celebrate Eid as a protest against a US attack on Iran, claiming it was an appeal from jailed leader Azam Khan.

Delhi Man's Suicide Caught on Camera During Pistol Loading

Delhi Man's Suicide Caught on Camera During Pistol Loading

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 28-year-old man in Delhi died after accidentally shooting himself while his cousin filmed him loading a pistol. The video, which went viral, shows the man handling the weapon before the fatal incident.

ED Intensifies Probe, Attaches 581 Crore in Reliance Group Assets

ED Intensifies Probe, Attaches 581 Crore in Reliance Group Assets

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached fresh assets worth over 581 crore belonging to Reliance Group companies, RHFL and RCFL, as part of its ongoing money laundering investigation.

Delhi Bike Taxi Driver Arrested After Woman Alleges Molestation

Delhi Bike Taxi Driver Arrested After Woman Alleges Molestation

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 34-year-old bike taxi driver has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly molesting a female passenger during a ride. The woman reported the incident to the police, leading to the driver's arrest and the seizure of his motorcycle.

Gujarat Assembly Bomb Threat Email Deemed a Hoax After Search

Gujarat Assembly Bomb Threat Email Deemed a Hoax After Search

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Gujarat assembly complex received a bomb threat via email during the budget session, leading to an evacuation and police investigation. The threat was later declared a hoax.

Three held in Rajkot over alleged abduction and murder of Dalit man

Three held in Rajkot over alleged abduction and murder of Dalit man

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Rajkot, Gujarat, have arrested three individuals in connection with the abduction and murder of a 32-year-old Dalit man, Bhavesh Vanvi. The arrests follow protests by the Scheduled Caste community demanding justice for Vanvi's death.

YouTuber Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Snake Venom Case Quashed

YouTuber Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Snake Venom Case Quashed

Rediff.com1 days ago

YouTuber Elvish Yadav expresses relief and questions accountability after the Supreme Court quashes the FIR against him in the snake venom case, highlighting the impact of media coverage and the harassment faced by his family.

UP ATS Arrests Dentistry Student Over Alleged ISIS Online Module Connection

UP ATS Arrests Dentistry Student Over Alleged ISIS Online Module Connection

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a 19-year-old dentistry student for allegedly having links with an online module of the banned terror outfit ISIS.

Petrol Prices Stay Put For Now

Petrol Prices Stay Put For Now

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

If the conflict continues for a prolonged period, State-run oil companies may have to review retail fuel prices accordingly.

Kerala HC Rejects Antony Raju's Plea to Suspend Conviction

Kerala HC Rejects Antony Raju's Plea to Suspend Conviction

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Kerala High Court has dismissed former state Transport Minister Antony Raju's plea seeking suspension of his conviction in an evidence tampering case, preventing him from contesting in the upcoming Assembly polls.

Bomb Threat Disrupts Maharashtra Budget Session: What We Know

Bomb Threat Disrupts Maharashtra Budget Session: What We Know

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai received a bomb threat via email during the budget session, leading to a security search and evacuation. Authorities deemed the threat a hoax after finding nothing suspicious.

Refreshed Buttler ready to bounce back in IPL after T20 WC struggles

Refreshed Buttler ready to bounce back in IPL after T20 WC struggles

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jos Buttler, who travels to India this week to join Gujarat Titans ahead of the new Indian Premier League season, which begins on March 28, hopes to return to the England side despite a poor T20 World Cup, backing the team's leadership and targeting the India series.

Kadakampally Surendran Claims Sabarimala Accused Plotting Against Him

Kadakampally Surendran Claims Sabarimala Accused Plotting Against Him

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

CPI(M) MLA Kadakampally Surendran alleges that Unnikrishnan Potty, the prime accused in the Sabarimala gold loss case, is conspiring to tarnish his image ahead of the state Assembly election.

Tata Trusts Back Chandra's Third Term

Tata Trusts Back Chandra's Third Term

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The government is closely watching the fast-paced developments at the salt-to-semiconductor conglomerate.

Gulf War: How To Manage Investments, Household Budget

Gulf War: How To Manage Investments, Household Budget

Rediff.com3 days ago

Households should moderate large discretionary expenses for the time being.
'They should prioritise essential spending. They should maintain an emergency fund covering 6 to 12 months of expenses.'

193 Oppn MPs sign notice seeking CEC's removal, submission on Friday

193 Oppn MPs sign notice seeking CEC's removal, submission on Friday

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Over 130 Lok Sabha and 63 Rajya Sabha MPs have signed notices seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging partisan conduct and obstruction of electoral fraud investigations.

'Barbaric': India condemns Pak airstrike on Kabul rehab centre

'Barbaric': India condemns Pak airstrike on Kabul rehab centre

Rediff.com2 days ago

India has strongly condemned Pakistan's airstrike on a drug treatment centre in Kabul, Afghanistan, calling it a blatant assault on Afghanistan's sovereignty and a threat to regional peace and stability.

Uttarakhand HC Demands Status Reports in 'Mohammad Deepak' Case

Uttarakhand HC Demands Status Reports in 'Mohammad Deepak' Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Uttarakhand High Court has directed state authorities to provide status reports on FIRs related to the 'Mohammad Deepak' incident, where a gym operator confronted Bajrang Dal activists harassing a Muslim shopkeeper.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh ODIs: Why Was Babar Azam Excluded For Bangladesh ODIs?

Pakistan vs Bangladesh ODIs: Why Was Babar Azam Excluded For Bangladesh ODIs?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Confusion surrounds Babar Azam's exclusion from the ODI series in Bangladesh, with conflicting statements from selectors, the coach, and Babar himself.

Prolonged Sanitary Pad Use Linked to Vaginal Issues: Experts Suggest Moringa Infusion

Prolonged Sanitary Pad Use Linked to Vaginal Issues: Experts Suggest Moringa Infusion

Rediff.com3 days ago

Experts warn that prolonged use of sanitary pads, especially in humid climates, can disrupt the vaginal microbiome, leading to bacterial vaginosis. Moringa-infused pads may offer a solution due to their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

Lok Sabha takes up resolution to remove Speaker

Lok Sabha takes up resolution to remove Speaker

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The Lok Sabha is debating an opposition resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla, citing alleged bias. The proceedings have been marked by heated arguments over who should preside during the debate.

Mob Attacks Police Dispersing Highway Blockade in Odisha, Injuring 12

Mob Attacks Police Dispersing Highway Blockade in Odisha, Injuring 12

Rediff.com7 days ago

A mob attacked police personnel attempting to disperse a highway blockade in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, resulting in injuries to at least 12 officers.

7 Foods With A Low GI Index

7 Foods With A Low GI Index

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The glycemic index ranks carbohydrate-containing foods by how quickly they raise blood sugar.

Iran confirms killing of intelligence minister Khatib in Israeli strike

Iran confirms killing of intelligence minister Khatib in Israeli strike

Rediff.com1 days ago

The West Asia conflict escalated sharply as Iran launched missiles towards Israel, while Tehran confirmed the killing of its intelligence minister in Israeli strikes, marking the third assassination of a senior Iranian official in two days.

Women Startup Founders Get Rs 4 Of Rs 100

Women Startup Founders Get Rs 4 Of Rs 100

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

When it comes to raising funds, women entrepreneurs receive a disproportionately small share.

Maha assembly passes anti-conversion Bill; CM says not against any religion

Maha assembly passes anti-conversion Bill; CM says not against any religion

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Maharashtra assembly has passed the Freedom of Religion Bill 2026, introducing strict measures to prevent religious conversions through coercion, fraud, or marriage, sparking debate over constitutional rights and religious freedom.

Why Anil Ambani's Son is Being Questioned in 228 Crore Fraud Case

Why Anil Ambani's Son is Being Questioned in 228 Crore Fraud Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jai Anmol Ambani, son of Anil Ambani, was questioned by the CBI in connection with a 228-crore fraud case involving Union Bank of India. He is expected to be questioned again.

Complaint Filed Against Anurag Sharma Over Alleged Election Rule Violations

Complaint Filed Against Anurag Sharma Over Alleged Election Rule Violations

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A complaint has been filed against Rajya Sabha member Anurag Sharma, alleging concealment of property details and violation of election rules during the nomination process.

1,000 Indians still in Iran: MEA to Parl panel

1,000 Indians still in Iran: MEA to Parl panel

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Ministry of External Affairs informed a parliamentary committee that nearly 1,000 Indians remain in Iran amidst the West Asia conflict, and 23,000 students in the Gulf region missed CBSE exams due to the turmoil.

Over 1.7 million tonnes of India's fuel stuck in Strait of Hormuz

Over 1.7 million tonnes of India's fuel stuck in Strait of Hormuz

Rediff.com2 days ago

Hundreds of Indian seafarers are stranded on vessels carrying crude oil, LPG, and LNG in the Persian Gulf due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, causing disruptions to India's energy supplies.

Aboobacker Clinches Gold in Thrilling Triple Jump Duel

Aboobacker Clinches Gold in Thrilling Triple Jump Duel

Rediff.com6 days ago

Abdulla Aboobacker won gold in the men's triple jump at the Indian Open Jumps Competition, while Sarvesh Anil Kushare secured victory in the high jump and Dev Meena won the pole vault.

EC chief ducks questions on Oppn move to remove him

EC chief ducks questions on Oppn move to remove him

Rediff.com5 days ago

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar declined to comment on the opposition's notice to move a motion in Parliament for his removal, amidst accusations of partisan behaviour.