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Manoj Kumar's Son: 'He Was Unwell For A Long Time'

Manoj Kumar's Son: 'He Was Unwell For A Long Time'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

'He has overcome everything with great intensity.'

Navy officer's wife bids heart-wrenching adieu to husband

Navy officer's wife bids heart-wrenching adieu to husband

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

'Let his soul rest in peace...We should all be proud of him in every way. And we will make him proud in every way'

Air India cancels 8 flights; bookings decline by up to 20%

Air India cancels 8 flights; bookings decline by up to 20%

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Air India has cancelled eight flights, including four international services, on Friday due to enhanced maintenance and operational reasons, the airline said.

'My Conscience Does Not Permit Me To Watch This Match'

'My Conscience Does Not Permit Me To Watch This Match'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'Operation Sindoor is still ongoing. The Prime Minister himself said that blood and water cannot flow together, that talks and terrorism cannot go together. So how can we have a cricket match with a country that indulges in terrorism?'

'Kaanta Laga' girl Shefali Jariwala dead; cause of death 'reserved'

'Kaanta Laga' girl Shefali Jariwala dead; cause of death 'reserved'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Shefali featured in popular Salman Khan-hosted reality show Bigg Boss 13 (2019), alongside winner Sidharth Shukla, who died in 2021.

Sea of people in Saifai for Mulayam Singh Yadav's last rites

Sea of people in Saifai for Mulayam Singh Yadav's last rites

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Frequent chants of "netaji amar rahe, amar rahe amar rahe (long live netaji!)" by lakhs of people rent the air.

Vatican releases Pope Francis's images, announces funeral

Vatican releases Pope Francis's images, announces funeral

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

The Pope's funeral is scheduled for Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter's Square, to be led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals.

Plane crash: 9 days on, process to identity victims continues

Plane crash: 9 days on, process to identity victims continues

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Ahmedabad-based filmmaker Mahesh Jirawala, who was reported missing following the June 12 air crash, the matching of DNA samples confirmed that he died in the catastrophe, following which his mortal remains were handed over to his family.

RCB, KSCA, event management firm booked over Bengaluru stampede

RCB, KSCA, event management firm booked over Bengaluru stampede

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Following a complaint by a police inspector, the case was registered at Cubbon Park station, they said.

Teenagers Beware: Hidden Danger Behind 'Dusting'

Teenagers Beware: Hidden Danger Behind 'Dusting'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'She didn't think she'd die. It was just a trend -- a video. But it took her away in seconds.'

Newly-married UP bizman killed in Pahalgam cremated with state honours

Newly-married UP bizman killed in Pahalgam cremated with state honours

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Shubham Dwivedi, a 31-year-old businessman from Kanpur who was killed in the Pahalgam terror attack, was cremated at his native village with full state honours on Thursday morning. The cremation was attended by Uttar Pradesh Cabinet ministers Yogendra Upadhyay and Rakesh Sachan, who placed wreaths on Dwivedi's mortal remains and offered their condolences to the bereaved family. A guard of honour was also presented to the departed soul. Dwivedi, who got married to Ashanya on February 12, was among the 26 persons, mostly tourists, who were killed on Tuesday at Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam in Anantnag district in one of the most gruesome attacks targeting civilians in Kashmir in a long time.

'Saw terrorists shoot 6 people right in front of me'

'Saw terrorists shoot 6 people right in front of me'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

'The terrorists included underage boys around 15 years old. There were at least four of them. They were taking selfies during the attack and had cameras mounted on their heads'

Floods, landslides kill 8 as heavy rains batter Assam

Floods, landslides kill 8 as heavy rains batter Assam

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Eight persons have been killed in floods and landslides in Assam as incessant rainfall caused massive inundation in 17 districts, affecting over 78,000 people, officials said on Saturday.

Violence being instigated after Waqf Bill passage: Adityanath slams Oppn

Violence being instigated after Waqf Bill passage: Adityanath slams Oppn

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday condemned the violence in West Bengal's Murshidabad district following the passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, accusing the opposition of instigating the violence. He also criticized the opposition for their alleged silence over the persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh and emphasized the BJP's commitment to protecting Hindus.

Indian woman on death row in UAE already executed: Govt

Indian woman on death row in UAE already executed: Govt

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

An Indian woman sentenced to death in Abu Dhabi for the alleged murder of a four-month-old child has been executed on February 15, the Delhi High Court was informed on Monday. The woman, Shahzadi Khan, was handed over to the Abu Dhabi police on February 10, 2023 and sentenced to death on July 31, 2023. Her father, Shabbir Khan, had filed a petition seeking information about her well-being. The court was informed that the woman's last rites will be held on March 5.

SC orders Chhattisgarh pastor's burial 20 km away

SC orders Chhattisgarh pastor's burial 20 km away

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court of India has ordered the burial of a pastor whose body has been lying in a mortuary since January 7th, after a dispute arose regarding the location of his burial. The court issued a split verdict, with one judge ruling for burial on the family's private land and the other for a designated place away from the village. The decision was made due to the prolonged delay in the burial and the potential for unrest. The court ordered the state government to provide security to prevent any further incidents.

Muslim neighbours help family with slain Kashmiri Pandit's last rites

Muslim neighbours help family with slain Kashmiri Pandit's last rites

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

A day after he was shot dead by terrorists, Kashmiri Pandit bank guard Sanjay Sharma was cremated in his native village in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district on Monday, with his Muslim neighbours lending a helping hand to his grief-stricken family.

Rahul Gandhi meets Pahalgam victim's family in UP

Rahul Gandhi meets Pahalgam victim's family in UP

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the family of Shubham Dwivedi, one of the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, and called for a special session of Parliament to ensure justice for the victims. Gandhi, along with the opposition, has demanded the government take strict action against the terrorists and provide justice to the bereaved families. He met with Dwivedi's family in Kanpur and expressed his condolences, emphasizing the need for a united front against terrorism. The Congress has also issued statements calling for a strong response to the attack and demanding accountability for the perpetrators.

Terrorist has no religion, but...: RSS message to Muslims

Terrorist has no religion, but...: RSS message to Muslims

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

'A terrorist has no religion -- they are nothing but the face of evil. When you offer namaz for a terrorist, attend their funeral, or give them a grave, you affirm that they belong to a religion. That must stop'

2 Indian nationals buried in UAE days after execution

2 Indian nationals buried in UAE days after execution

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Two Indian nationals, Shahjadi Khan and Muhammed Rinash Arangilottu, were executed in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and buried in the presence of their family members. Shahjadi, a caregiver from Uttar Pradesh, was executed for allegedly murdering a four-month-old toddler, while Rinash, from Kerala, was executed for allegedly killing a UAE national. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that the burials were conducted according to UAE regulations and that embassy officials assisted the families.

Sidda suspends Bengaluru police chief, orders RCB representatives' arrest

Sidda suspends Bengaluru police chief, orders RCB representatives' arrest

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Speaking to reporters after a cabinet meeting, the chief minister also announced a one-man judicial probe, headed by Justice Michael D'Cunha, a retired high court judge of Karnataka, into the tragic incident.

Flash floods claim 5 lives in Himachal, 3 in Jammu; red alert in Kerala

Flash floods claim 5 lives in Himachal, 3 in Jammu; red alert in Kerala

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

While two bodies were recovered on Wednesday, the death toll climbed to four on Thursday after the recovery of two more bodies from the Indira Priyadarshini Hydroelectric project site in Kangra district.

'This Will Haunt Us For A Long Time'

'This Will Haunt Us For A Long Time'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

The Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 tourists has shaken the world.

Pak shelling kills Poonch twins, crushing parents' educational dreams

Pak shelling kills Poonch twins, crushing parents' educational dreams

Rediff.com14 May 2025

The tragedy struck the family on May 7 when they found themselves in the middle of intense Pakistani shelling at their rented accommodation in Poonch which was badly hit by the cross-border shelling.

When an airport opened for longer hours for Pahalgam victims

When an airport opened for longer hours for Pahalgam victims

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

On Wednesday, Surat airport remained operational for an extra one hour waiting for the landing of an Air India Express flight that took off more than an hour late from the national capital.

Gambhir performs last rites of domestic help

Gambhir performs last rites of domestic help

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Lockdown prevents deceased woman's body from reaching family in Odisha.

Boxer Vijender's father Mahipal Singh passes away

Boxer Vijender's father Mahipal Singh passes away

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Olympic medal winning boxer Vijender Singh's father Mahipal Singh passed away on Thursday. He was not keeping well for the past few weeks.

Sanitation staff perform last rites of COVID-19 victims

Sanitation staff perform last rites of COVID-19 victims

Rediff.com4 May 2020

In the wake of guidelines to check the spread of coronavirus, only a few family members of the victims are being allowed to attend their last rites. At such a difficult time, the sanitation workers are helping these families by performing the last rites of the deceased.

Family nod for Manmohan memorial at Rashtriya Smriti Sthal

Family nod for Manmohan memorial at Rashtriya Smriti Sthal

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

The family of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has approved the proposed site for his memorial at the Rashtriya Smriti Sthal in New Delhi. The memorial, measuring around 900 square metres, will be located adjacent to the memorial of former President Pranab Mukherjee. A trust will be set up to oversee the construction of the memorial, which will be funded by a government grant of Rs 25 lakh.

Asad Ahmad's maternal uncle to collect his body for last rites

Asad Ahmad's maternal uncle to collect his body for last rites

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

A police official said a large number of policemen be deployed during the last rites of Asad to avoid any untoward incident.

Pahalgam attack: 'My father collapsed beside us'

Pahalgam attack: 'My father collapsed beside us'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Arathi Menon, a native of Kochi, recounts the terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam that killed her father, N Ramachandran, and 25 others. Menon, her father, and her six-year-old twin sons were walking through a fenced grassland in Baisaran when the attack happened. The family crawled under the fence to escape, but a man emerged from the woods and opened fire. Menon's father collapsed, and she fled with her sons into the forest. Despite the trauma, Menon found compassion from strangers who helped her, including her driver Musafir and another man, Sameer. Menon concealed the tragedy from her mother, pretending that Ramachandran was injured and receiving treatment. She only told her mother the truth after they landed in Kochi. The mortal remains of Ramachandran were brought to Kochi airport on Wednesday, and his final rites will be held at the Edappally public crematorium on Friday.

Wife arrested in ex-K'taka DGP's murder case, reveals motive

Wife arrested in ex-K'taka DGP's murder case, reveals motive

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

The body of the former Karnataka police chief, a 1981 batch IPS officer hailing from Bihar, was found in a pool of blood on the ground floor of his three-storey house in the posh HSR Layout in the city on Sunday.

Under huge debt, Haryana family's horrific suicide pact

Under huge debt, Haryana family's horrific suicide pact

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Six members of a family were found dead inside a car parked in Haryana's Panchkula, while one more died on the way to a hospital, police said on Tuesday, suspecting a suicide pact. Police are investigating the incident from all angles.

SC reserves order on Chhattisgarh pastor's burial, but hopes for amicable solution

SC reserves order on Chhattisgarh pastor's burial, but hopes for amicable solution

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court of India is set to rule on the case of a pastor whose body has been lying in a mortuary for 15 days due to a dispute over his burial site in a Chhattisgarh village. The court expressed concern over the delay and urged for an amicable settlement, while the Chhattisgarh government insisted on the designated burial area for Christian tribals being 20-30 kilometers away from the family's village. The court will deliver its verdict after hearing arguments from both sides.

Pahalgam attack: 'Nazakat bhai' saves BJP leader's family

Pahalgam attack: 'Nazakat bhai' saves BJP leader's family

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Risking his own life, a Kashmiri tourist guide saved the lives of children from a group of tourists from Chhattisgarh when terrorists struck in Pahalgam on Tuesday.

Cong, BJP spar over Manmohan Singh's funeral site

Cong, BJP spar over Manmohan Singh's funeral site

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

The Congress on Saturday accused the Centre of insulting Dr Manmohan Singh, the country's first Sikh prime minister, by carrying out his last rites at the Nigambodh Ghat instead of a designated spot that could later become his memorial.

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Virat Kohli: The one who forced Gen-Z to fall in love with Red and Whites

Moosewala's last rites to be held amid heavy security, fans raise slogans

Moosewala's last rites to be held amid heavy security, fans raise slogans

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Accompanied by some relatives, Moosewala's father received his son's body from Mansa Civil hospital, where it was kept for post-mortem, around 8.15 am.

Ranbir performs last rites at Rajiv Kapoor's funeral

Ranbir performs last rites at Rajiv Kapoor's funeral

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Raj Kapoor's youngest son Rajiv Kapoor passed away on February 9, and his funeral was held later the same evening.

'Mumbai Cricket Was His Life'

'Mumbai Cricket Was His Life'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'Nobody could question his love and commitment to Mumbai cricket.'