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Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Two friends in NTR District, Andhra Pradesh, were arrested for road rage after crashing their cars into each other following a dispute.

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Andhra Friends Arrested After Road Rage Car Crash

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Two friends in NTR District, Andhra Pradesh, were arrested for road rage after crashing their cars into each other following a dispute.

Maha FDA steps up food safety drive, shuts two IIT Bombay mess facilities

Maha FDA steps up food safety drive, shuts two IIT Bombay mess facilities

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Maharashtra Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) has issued notices to two mess facilities at IIT Bombay, ordering them to cease operations due to a lack of necessary permissions and registrations. This action is part of an ongoing state-wide food safety enforcement drive, which has also led to the suspension of licenses for several other restaurants and eateries across Mumbai and Navi Mumbai due to hygiene issues and non-compliance.

Uttar Pradesh Steps Up Road Safety Measures After Accidents

Uttar Pradesh Steps Up Road Safety Measures After Accidents

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government is conducting awareness and enforcement campaigns to reduce road accidents and promote responsible driving, issuing thousands of challans and seizing vehicles for traffic violations.

Three Arrested In Thane Road Rage Murder Case

Three Arrested In Thane Road Rage Murder Case

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Three individuals, including two siblings, have been arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, for allegedly beating a 38-year-old man to death following a dispute over a minor road accident.

Multiple road accidents in Bihar kill 9, leave dozens injured

Multiple road accidents in Bihar kill 9, leave dozens injured

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Nine people died and several others were injured in four separate road accidents across Bihar's Aurangabad district. The incidents involved a bus-truck collision, a car-tractor crash, a car-auto-rickshaw collision, and a motorcycle-pickup vehicle accident, with investigations ongoing into the causes.

Two Die In Separate Himachal Pradesh Road Accidents

Two Die In Separate Himachal Pradesh Road Accidents

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Two people were killed and eight others injured in separate road accidents in the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, according to police reports.

Woman Village Head Dies In Hoshiarpur Road Accident

Woman Village Head Dies In Hoshiarpur Road Accident

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A woman village head (sarpanch) was killed and her niece seriously injured after a private school bus hit their motorcycle in Hoshiarpur, Punjab.

Gurugram Road Rage: Woman Sexually Assaulted And Threatened After Accident

Gurugram Road Rage: Woman Sexually Assaulted And Threatened After Accident

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A 41-year-old woman in Gurugram was allegedly sexually assaulted and threatened by a group of drunken men after a multi-vehicle road accident near Rajiv Chowk. The men reportedly recorded her video, made sexually coloured remarks, and threatened to circulate the footage online. Police have arrested two accused, Kamal Verma and Sujal Verma, who were previously involved in criminal cases, and are searching for three others.

Elderly Couple Among Three Killed In Prayagraj Road Accident

Elderly Couple Among Three Killed In Prayagraj Road Accident

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Three people, including an elderly couple, died in a head-on collision in Prayagraj after a bus crossed over the divider and hit their car. The accident occurred on GT Road in the Ganga Nagar area. The bus driver fled the scene, and authorities are investigating.

Bakrid Tensions Flare In Mira Road Housing Society

Bakrid Tensions Flare In Mira Road Housing Society

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A dispute over the alleged construction of a temporary shed and the tying of sacrificial goats ahead of Bakrid triggered tensions at a housing society in Mira Road, Thane district, Maharashtra, leading to police intervention and protests.

Malda Violence: NIA Nabs Two For Road Blockades, Attacks

Malda Violence: NIA Nabs Two For Road Blockades, Attacks

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested Maulana Imran Ali and Rinku SK in connection with the April violence and protests in Malda, West Bengal. The arrests are part of 12 ongoing cases related to road blockades, illegal detention of judicial officers, and attacks on police during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

Road Rage Attack Leaves Bank Employee Injured In Delhi

Road Rage Attack Leaves Bank Employee Injured In Delhi

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A 29-year-old bank employee was injured in a road rage incident in Delhi's Mangol Puri after a minor collision escalated into a violent confrontation. Police are investigating and searching for the accused.

Electrifying! Olectra first co to deploy 4,000 e-buses in India

Electrifying! Olectra first co to deploy 4,000 e-buses in India

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Olectra Greentech Ltd has become the first company in India to deploy 4,000 electric buses on Indian roads, marking a significant milestone in the country's transition to sustainable public transport and reinforcing its leadership in electric mobility.

Tragic Loss For Indian Journalism As Jasvinder Sidhu Passes Away

Tragic Loss For Indian Journalism As Jasvinder Sidhu Passes Away

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Veteran sports journalist Jasvinder Sidhu, known for his work with multiple media organisations, has tragically died in a road accident in East Delhi.

SC directs Centre to formulate national SOP for Kanwar Yatra safety

SC directs Centre to formulate national SOP for Kanwar Yatra safety

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre and several states on a plea demanding a comprehensive national Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the safe and orderly conduct of the annual Kanwar Yatra, including inter-state coordination and effective traffic management.

Glimpses Of Monsoon Mayhem

Glimpses Of Monsoon Mayhem

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

The southwest monsoon has intensified across India, bringing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and prompting red alerts for several states, alongside concerns over landslides and urban flooding.

Delivery Executive Dies After Road Accident In Nagpur

Delivery Executive Dies After Road Accident In Nagpur

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A 21-year-old delivery executive died in Nagpur after his scooter was hit by a speeding motorcycle. The biker and pillion rider sustained injuries. Police have registered a case and are investigating.

Students still throng Jantar Mantar protest site to click selfies

Students still throng Jantar Mantar protest site to click selfies

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Two days after a 36-day student agitation concluded at Jantar Mantar, the iconic protest site in New Delhi is already witnessing new demonstrations, including calls for Gorkhaland and women's reservation, alongside curious visitors documenting the aftermath.

Tabu Plays Cop, Vijay Sethupathi Blind Beggar In SlumDog: 33 Temple Road

Tabu Plays Cop, Vijay Sethupathi Blind Beggar In SlumDog: 33 Temple Road

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Puri Jagannadh dropped the intense teaser for his action drama SlumDog: 33 Temple Road, showcasing Vijay Sethupathi in a mysterious role as a visually-impaired beggar with hidden combat skills alongside Tabu as a formidable police officer.

BJP leader seeks ban on Namaz on Mumbai roads, cites traffic disruption

BJP leader seeks ban on Namaz on Mumbai roads, cites traffic disruption

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has written to Mumbai authorities, urging them to stop the offering of namaz on public roads, claiming it causes traffic disruption and inconvenience. Trinamool Congress leader Majeed Memon agreed that namaz on roads should not be allowed due to inconvenience but attributed it to a lack of mosque space.

Three Killed In Road Accident In Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh

Three Killed In Road Accident In Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Three people died in a road accident near Salempur Buddha Vihar in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, after a speeding truck collided with a tractor and a motorcycle.

How Two Were Charred To Death In Jabalpur Road Accident

How Two Were Charred To Death In Jabalpur Road Accident

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Two individuals were charred to death in Jabalpur after their SUV was trapped between two dumpers and caught fire. The accident occurred on Saturday evening, and the driver of one dumper fled the scene.

Gujarat Rain Fury: Cities Under Water

Gujarat Rain Fury: Cities Under Water

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Relentless monsoon rains have submerged roads, homes and public spaces across various cities of Gujarat bringing normal life to a standstill.

NIA charges 31 accused in SIR-linked road blockade cases in Bengal

NIA charges 31 accused in SIR-linked road blockade cases in Bengal

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

The NIA has filed chargesheets against 31 individuals in connection with road blockades and illegal detention of judicial officers in West Bengal's Malda district.

Man Arrested In Connection With Tughlak Road Dacoity

Man Arrested In Connection With Tughlak Road Dacoity

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A man has been arrested in connection with a dacoity in New Delhi's Tughlak Road area, where a businessman and his family were held hostage. The crime was allegedly facilitated by a newly hired domestic servant.

70-year-old woman dies after collision between Mercedes, WagonR in Delhi

70-year-old woman dies after collision between Mercedes, WagonR in Delhi

Rediff.com1 days ago

A tragic head-on collision between a Mercedes and a Maruti WagonR in Delhi's Narela area resulted in the death of a 70-year-old woman, prompting a detailed police investigation into the fatal road accident.

8 Outstanding Monsoon Travel Ideas

8 Outstanding Monsoon Travel Ideas

Rediff.com2 days ago

Make the most of the monsoon with these hatke experiences.

AIMIM corporator held for sheltering TCS conversion case accused Nida Khan

AIMIM corporator held for sheltering TCS conversion case accused Nida Khan

Rediff.com2 days ago

Nashik police have arrested an AIMIM corporator, Mateen Patel, for allegedly providing shelter to an accused, Nida Khan, in the ongoing TCS "sexual harassment and religious conversion" case. Patel's arrest is part of a larger investigation into nine cases related to alleged exploitation and forceful conversion at a TCS branch.

Dilip Sardesai Gate Board Unveiled At Wankhede Stadium

Dilip Sardesai Gate Board Unveiled At Wankhede Stadium

Rediff.com18 hours ago

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has honoured the late batting great Dilip Sardesai by unveiling the 'Dilip Sardesai Gate No. 3 Board' at the Wankhede Stadium on his 86th birth anniversary.

Pune police parade murder accused on vehicle; rights panel orders probe

Pune police parade murder accused on vehicle; rights panel orders probe

Rediff.com4 days ago

Taking suo motu cognisance of the incident in which three murder accused were tied to the bonnet of a police vehicle and paraded through parts of Pune, the Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission has issued notices to the state government and senior police officials.

Mumbai grinds to a halt as BEST strike pulls 2,700 buses off roads

Mumbai grinds to a halt as BEST strike pulls 2,700 buses off roads

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Employees of Mumbai's BEST undertaking have launched an indefinite strike, severely impacting public transport and electricity services. The strike, called by a joint action committee, demands budget merger with BMC, settlement of dues, and implementation of the Seventh Pay Commission, among other issues. Despite court orders and MESMA invocation, the strike continues, causing widespread inconvenience to millions of commuters and electricity consumers.

How Haryana Is Using Drones For Smart Governance

How Haryana Is Using Drones For Smart Governance

Rediff.com6 days ago

Haryana is institutionalising drone technology as a key governance tool, deploying AI-powered surveillance and high-resolution geospatial mapping. This initiative aims to detect illegal constructions, monitor mining activities, map civic infrastructure, and track pollution across the state. The Chief Secretary reviewed progress on various projects, including an AI-powered Change Detection Application and digital mapping of municipal assets, highlighting the state's commitment to evidence-based governance and improved public service delivery.

Shooting at US restaurant leaves multiple dead, gunman killed

Shooting at US restaurant leaves multiple dead, gunman killed

Rediff.com7 days ago

A shooting at a newly opened fast-food outlet in Twin Falls, Idaho, resulted in multiple deaths and injuries. The gunman is confirmed deceased, and authorities are investigating the motive and identity of the suspect. The incident highlights the ongoing issue of public shootings in the United States.

Major traffic curbs in Delhi ahead of Parliament session, CJP march

Major traffic curbs in Delhi ahead of Parliament session, CJP march

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for heavy vehicular movement and restrictions around the Parliament complex ahead of the Monsoon Session and a planned 'Chalo Sansad' march by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP). Security has been significantly intensified across New Delhi, with additional personnel, barricades, and checks to manage traffic and maintain law and order during the protest against alleged NEET irregularities.

China issues red alert as Typhoon Dolphin hits its eastern coast

China issues red alert as Typhoon Dolphin hits its eastern coast

Rediff.com11 hours ago

China's national observatory issued a red alert -- the highest level in the country's typhoon warning system -- as Typhoon Dolphin hit Zhejiang province on the eastern coast on Sunday afternoon.

India counters China's renaming game, maps 27 Arunachal sites

India counters China's renaming game, maps 27 Arunachal sites

Rediff.com2 days ago

India has formally identified 27 places and features in Arunachal Pradesh by their standard names on the official Indian map, a move aimed at countering China's repeated attempts to rename locations in the state. This action reinforces India's stance that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of the country, despite China's "fictitious names" for the region it calls Zangnan.

Why Bank Frauds Keep Rising

Why Bank Frauds Keep Rising

Rediff.com2 days ago

'It's not about individuals operating the mule accounts being more or less skilled. Instead, 'lower-level' refers to the role the individual account plays in the broader mule network.'

Himachal Pradesh on red alert as rainfall triggers landslides, schools declare holidays

Himachal Pradesh on red alert as rainfall triggers landslides, schools declare holidays

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Himachal Pradesh is on high alert with schools and colleges shut in several districts as heavy rainfall triggers landslides, flash floods, and road closures, prompting authorities to issue warnings and activate emergency centres.

MCD Adds New Road Sweepers To Tackle Delhi's Dust Pollution

MCD Adds New Road Sweepers To Tackle Delhi's Dust Pollution

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has inducted eight new truck-mounted Mechanical Road Sweeping (MRS) machines into its sanitation fleet to strengthen mechanised cleaning and curb dust pollution in the national capital.