News for 'SAFE'

How Safe Is Your State's Food?

How Safe Is Your State's Food?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

India's Food Safety Index 2023-2024 shows state-wise scores (out of 100) released by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.

Putin attends dinner hosted by President Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Putin attends dinner hosted by President Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin attended dinner hosted in his honour by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday evening.

DGCA chief urges pilots to help stabilise flight ops

DGCA chief urges pilots to help stabilise flight ops

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)'s chief Faiz Ahmed Kidwai on Friday requested the cooperation of all pilots to ensure smooth flight operations amid massive IndiGo flight disruptions.

Goa nightclub fire: BJP MLA Lobo calls for safety audit of all clubs

Goa nightclub fire: BJP MLA Lobo calls for safety audit of all clubs

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Michael Lobo on Sunday called for a safety audit of all clubs in Goa following a fire in Arpora that killed 25 people, including three women and 20 men.

Amid IndiGo chaos, Hyd-bound flight diverted over bomb threat

Amid IndiGo chaos, Hyd-bound flight diverted over bomb threat

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

An IndiGo flight from Kuwait to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai following a bomb threat email. The flight landed safely, and security checks were conducted.

Kabaddi player shot dead at tournament venue in Punjab

Kabaddi player shot dead at tournament venue in Punjab

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

A kabaddi player was shot dead at a tournament in Mohali, Punjab, leading to criticism of the state government's law and order situation.

Gold, silver rally to extend record run

Gold, silver rally to extend record run

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

Gold and silver prices are poised to maintain their record-setting rally in the coming week as investors focus on global inflation data and key macroeconomic indicators that shape central bank policy paths, analysts said.

Stuck Flying IndiGo? Tell Us What Happened

Stuck Flying IndiGo? Tell Us What Happened

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

If you travelled on IndiGo in the last few days -- or if you were stranded at an airport because of these delays -- share your experience with us at getahead@rediff.co.in.

Trainer aircraft crashes after hitting power line in MP, 2 injured

Trainer aircraft crashes after hitting power line in MP, 2 injured

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

A trainer aircraft crashed in Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, after hitting a power line, injuring the pilot and flight instructor. The aircraft belonged to Redbird Flight Training Academy.

Pilots blame IndiGo's manpower policy for flight delays

Pilots blame IndiGo's manpower policy for flight delays

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Pilots' body the Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has alleged that IndiGo, despite getting a two-year preparatory window before the full implementation of new flight duty and rest period norms for cockpit crew, "inexplicably" adopted a "hiring freeze."

Black Caps in crisis: West Indies eye rare NZ win

Black Caps in crisis: West Indies eye rare NZ win

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

New Zealand will pin their hopes on a rookie attack and field a new wicketkeeper when they take on the West Indies in the second Test in Wellington starting on Wednesday following a slew of injuries.

What Parents Must Know About Child Sexual Abuse

What Parents Must Know About Child Sexual Abuse

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Understanding that sexual abuse can be prevented and healing from abuse is possible helps parents respond with calm and confidence rather than react in fear or panic, says Psychologist Namrata Joshi.

'Dhurandhar Is Not Just A Project For Me'

'Dhurandhar Is Not Just A Project For Me'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

'It feels like the universe gently whispered, 'Pause, don't rush away yet, there's a story waiting for you here'.'

Malaika, Sunny Turn The Runway Red Hot

Malaika, Sunny Turn The Runway Red Hot

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Malaika Arora and Sunny Leone understood that the assignment wasn't just to 'look amazing' (which they did). They were lending their star power to something that genuinely matters.

Green to set off bidding war at IPL Auction

Green to set off bidding war at IPL Auction

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Pace bowling all-rounders always come at a premium and therefore, the troika of Green, Venkatesh Iyer and West Indies' Jason Holder, all coming at the highest base price of Rs 2 crore (US$220,000), are set to headline the bidding war.

Is India Standing Alone in 2025?

Is India Standing Alone in 2025?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

The 2025 US National Security Strategy marks a major pullback, with America turning backward and effectively allowing China greater dominance in Asia. while long-time partners like India are left to face an increasingly unstable global order largely on their own, observes Rajeev Srinivasan.

Digital Scams Are Getting Smarter

Digital Scams Are Getting Smarter

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

'Just like oral hygiene, cyber hygiene must become a daily habit,' says Beena Vaheed, executive director, Bank of Baroda. 'It is not enough to rely only on banks, companies, or the government. Each of us must play our part.'

Rs 1.3 cr and counting: Donations pour in for Babri-style mosque

Rs 1.3 cr and counting: Donations pour in for Babri-style mosque

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Donation boxes kept for the proposed Babri masjid-style mosque by suspended Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir in West Bengal's Murshidabad district are nearly full, with cash-counting machines whirring through the night as donations continue to pour in both physically and online.

'Nehru did vote chori', Shah defends SIR; Oppn walks out

'Nehru did vote chori', Shah defends SIR; Oppn walks out

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday challenged Home Minister Amit Shah to debate with him on his three press conferences in which the Congress leader alleged 'vote chori' by the Bharatiya Janata Party in collusion with the Election Commission.

Not Delhi, but this Indian city tops pollution chart: Report

Not Delhi, but this Indian city tops pollution chart: Report

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Noida, Bahadurgarh, Delhi, Hapur, Greater Noida, Baghpat, Sonipat, Meerut and Rohtak joined Ghaziabad among the 10 most polluted cities, the report by think tank Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air said.

Goa fire: Dream trip turns fatal for 4 of Delhi family

Goa fire: Dream trip turns fatal for 4 of Delhi family

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

A Delhi family is in mourning after four of its members died in a massive fire that tore through a nightclub in Goa. The victims were part of a group of five who had traveled to Goa for a vacation.

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The Indian metal market is a promising sector to invest in as it provides a good balance between the prospects of growth and stability in dynamic economic conditions and a changing geopolitical environment. Metals such as gold, silver, copper, etc, have gained renewed significance in 2025, amidst growing inflation and India's push towards infrastructural growth and green energy initiatives.

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

How to Allocate Your Money in the Metal Market?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The Indian metal market is a promising sector to invest in as it provides a good balance between the prospects of growth and stability in dynamic economic conditions and a changing geopolitical environment. Metals such as gold, silver, copper, etc, have gained renewed significance in 2025, amidst growing inflation and India's push towards infrastructural growth and green energy initiatives.

Remembering 1971 In The Skies Of The East

Remembering 1971 In The Skies Of The East

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Returning to the Brahmaputra for Vijay Diwas was not just a journey across geography, but across memory of war, service, sacrifice, and the enduring bond between the Indian Air Force and the north east, asserts Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Goa fire: 'Are we beggars? Will Rs 2 lakh bring back my family?'

Goa fire: 'Are we beggars? Will Rs 2 lakh bring back my family?'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

A family in Delhi mourns the loss of four members in the Goa nightclub fire and demands justice, refusing compensation and calling for accountability.

Aware of people's pain due to violence: Prez in Manipur

Aware of people's pain due to violence: Prez in Manipur

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the people of Manipur, assuring them of the government's commitment to strengthening harmony and ensuring security in the wake of ethnic violence. She highlighted the state's resilience, contributions to the nation, and the government's initiatives for development and inclusivity.

Maruti Warns: CAFE-III Could Kill Small Cars

Maruti Warns: CAFE-III Could Kill Small Cars

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

'If the targets become unscientific and unjust, Then, just to meet CAFE-III regulation, a small car -- which produces a very low absolute carbon dioxide -- will have to be discontinued.'

'Goa Nightclub Fire Was Murder!'

'Goa Nightclub Fire Was Murder!'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'When an establishment operates despite demolition or closure orders, without proper fire exits, evacuation plans or safety audits, and yet is allowed to host large crowds, the state cannot hide behind the language of accident.' 'The authorities were aware of the risks and of the violations, but chose not to act decisively because doing so would have inconvenienced those with influence and financial stakes.' 'In such a scenario, the moral and legal responsibility for the resulting deaths moves from negligence towards culpability; calling it 'murder' is a way of underlining that these lives were sacrificed at the altar of greed and complicity, not fate.'

Ambulance driver abandons woman, newborn on road in Palghar

Ambulance driver abandons woman, newborn on road in Palghar

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

A woman was forced to walk 2 km with her newborn after an ambulance driver allegedly abandoned her on a road in Maharashtra's Palghar district, prompting authorities to launch a probe into the matter, officials said on Tuesday.

Rape survivor's father seeks cancellation of Asaram's bail in SC

Rape survivor's father seeks cancellation of Asaram's bail in SC

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

The father of a rape survivor has appealed to the Supreme Court to cancel the bail granted to Asaram, citing threats and concerns for his family's safety.

Coldrif syrup maker used industrial-grade materials: ED

Coldrif syrup maker used industrial-grade materials: ED

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

An Enforcement Directorate (ED) probe has revealed that the manufacturer of Coldrif syrup, linked to the deaths of at least 20 children in Madhya Pradesh, used industrial-grade raw materials without quality checks. The investigation also found that Tamil Nadu Drugs Control Department officials were in frequent contact with the company but failed to conduct mandated inspections.

Key Sandeshkhali witness injured in accident, son killed

Key Sandeshkhali witness injured in accident, son killed

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Ghosh's elder son, Biswajit, claimed that this was a planned attempt to murder his father, and alleged that Shahjahan pulled strings sitting in jail to carry out the crime.

Anoushka Shankar 'devastated' after sitar damaged on Air India flight

Anoushka Shankar 'devastated' after sitar damaged on Air India flight

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Anoushka Shankar reports damage to her sitar after an Air India flight, prompting an investigation by the airline. The incident has drawn reactions from fellow artists and highlights concerns about the handling of musical instruments.

How Juice Jacking Can Steal Your Phone's Data

How Juice Jacking Can Steal Your Phone's Data

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Exercise caution when charging your phone in public places or borrowing a charger from someone -- you might get hacked.

From 'Jais-Ball' to Calm Class: Jaiswal Wins Gambhir's Trust

From 'Jais-Ball' to Calm Class: Jaiswal Wins Gambhir's Trust

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Jaiswal ticked a box in the third ODI with his maidan ton and Ruturaj Gaikwad chipped in with a hundred at Raipur, leaving Gambhir pleased as punch.

Second Peacetime Incident Involving Tejas

Second Peacetime Incident Involving Tejas

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

This is the fourth peacetime crash of an IAF jet in 2025 so far.

Arpita to Salim Khan: 'Happiest 90th Birthday Daddy'

Arpita to Salim Khan: 'Happiest 90th Birthday Daddy'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'You are our Galaxy.'

India, Russia call for 'uncompromising' global fight against terrorism

India, Russia call for 'uncompromising' global fight against terrorism

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

India and Russia have called for an uncompromising global fight against terrorism without hidden agendas and double standards. Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that the menace is a direct attack on the values of humanity.

Security forces set up new camp in Chhattisgarh's Maoist stronghold

Security forces set up new camp in Chhattisgarh's Maoist stronghold

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Security forces have established a new camp in the Karregutta Hills along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border, a former Naxal stronghold, following a major anti-Naxal operation.

'Conspiracy Was To Destroy My Career'

'Conspiracy Was To Destroy My Career'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Ernakulam Principal Sessions Judge Honey M Varghese acquitted Dileep of the offences charged against him in the case after the trial that lasted around eight years.