News for 'SPECIAL'

'My Mother Was Way Ahead Of Her Time'

'My Mother Was Way Ahead Of Her Time'

Rediff.com2 days ago

We'd love to know about your mother too. What makes her truly special? What's that one memory that captures her spirit, her strength or even her quirks? Write in to us at getahead@rediff.co.in (Subject: Mother's Day) and share your story. Do mention your full name, your mother's full name and where you are from. Don't forget to share photographs -- your mother's, you with your mother...

1993 Gujarat Arms Landing: Court Convicts 12 In Dawood Ibrahim Case

1993 Gujarat Arms Landing: Court Convicts 12 In Dawood Ibrahim Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

A special TADA court in Jamnagar convicted 12 individuals in connection with the 1993 arms landing case linked to Dawood Ibrahim, while acquitting 17 others. The case involves a conspiracy to smuggle weapons into India to avenge the Babri Masjid demolition.

Indrani Mukerjea Asks Court To Allow Foreign Travel

Indrani Mukerjea Asks Court To Allow Foreign Travel

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indrani Mukerjea, accused in the Sheena Bora murder case, has filed a plea in a Mumbai court seeking permission to travel abroad while out on bail. The court has partly heard her arguments, following a Supreme Court directive to decide on her application within four weeks.

Court Rejects Indrani Mukerjea's Plea To Travel Abroad

Court Rejects Indrani Mukerjea's Plea To Travel Abroad

Rediff.com2 days ago

A special court in Mumbai has denied Indrani Mukerjea, an accused in the Sheena Bora murder case, permission to travel to Spain and the United Kingdom, citing concerns about her being a flight risk and the trial nearing its conclusion.

Delhi Police Nets Hundreds In Organised Crime Crackdown

Delhi Police Nets Hundreds In Organised Crime Crackdown

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police arrested 482 alleged gangsters and associates, including nine operatives linked to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti, during a 48-hour pan-Delhi operation.

Delhi Police Investigate Death Threats To Defence Firm MD

Delhi Police Investigate Death Threats To Defence Firm MD

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have launched an investigation into fresh death threats received by a defence entrepreneur, allegedly from an international extortion network. The threats target Sahil Luthra, MD of Vijayen Trishul Defence Solutions, who reported receiving a threatening voice note.

Uttarakhand STF Nab Mastermind In SSC Exam Cheating Case

Uttarakhand STF Nab Mastermind In SSC Exam Cheating Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Uttarakhand Special Task Force has arrested the alleged mastermind of a cheating racket in an SSC recruitment examination from Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh. The accused, Shubham Bhatnagar, allegedly provided remote access to candidates to solve papers illegally.

India's Forex Reserves Drop by $7.79 Billion to $690.69 Billion

India's Forex Reserves Drop by $7.79 Billion to $690.69 Billion

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's foreign exchange reserves saw a significant drop of USD 7.794 billion, settling at USD 690.693 billion for the week ending May 1, as reported by the RBI, reflecting the impact of global events and central bank interventions.

Dog Trainer Jailed For Harassing Teen Online

Dog Trainer Jailed For Harassing Teen Online

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 21-year-old man has been sentenced to five years in prison by a special POCSO court in Thane for sexually harassing and threatening a teenage girl after befriending her on social media while posing as a female.

Ex-MLA Booked In Farmer Suicide Abetment Case

Ex-MLA Booked In Farmer Suicide Abetment Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Madhya Pradesh have registered a case against BJP leader and former MLA Shashank Bhargava for allegedly abetting the suicide of a farmer in Vidisha district.

'My Mother Never Allowed Hardships To Define Her'

'My Mother Never Allowed Hardships To Define Her'

Rediff.com1 days ago

We'd love to know about your mother too. What makes her truly special? What's that one memory that captures her spirit, her strength or even her quirks? Write in to us at getahead@rediff.co.in (Subject: Mother's Day) and share your story. Do mention your full name, your mother's full name and where you are from. Don't forget to share photographs -- your mother's, you with your mother...

Aaron Rai Takes Lead At Myrtle Beach Classic

Aaron Rai Takes Lead At Myrtle Beach Classic

Rediff.com1 days ago

Aaron Rai carded a 4-under 67 to take a one-shot lead over Brandt Snedeker and Mark Hubbard in the Myrtle Beach Classic.

At Saba Ali Khan's 50th Birthday Celebration

At Saba Ali Khan's 50th Birthday Celebration

Rediff.com3 days ago

Saba Ali Khan celebrated her 50th birthday with a special lunch hosted by her sister Soha Ali Khan, attended by Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Kunal Kemmu, and their children.

Mother's Day: Dear Aai, We Want You To...

Mother's Day: Dear Aai, We Want You To...

Rediff.com4 days ago

We'd love to know about your mother too. What makes her truly special? What's that one memory that captures her spirit, her strength or even her quirks? Write in to us at getahead@rediff.co.in (Subject: Mother's Day) and share your story. Do mention your full name, your mother's full name and where you are from. Don't forget to share photographs -- your mother's, you with your mother...

Accused Acquitted In 2022 Robbery Case: Here's Why

Accused Acquitted In 2022 Robbery Case: Here's Why

Rediff.com5 days ago

A special court in Thane acquitted a 43-year-old man in a 2022 robbery case, citing the prosecution's failure to prove the accused's identity beyond reasonable doubt. The man was also booked under the Maharashtra Control of Organized Crime Act (MCOCA).

NCP Leader Rupali Chakankar Grilled Over Godman Links

NCP Leader Rupali Chakankar Grilled Over Godman Links

Rediff.com3 hours ago

NCP leader Rupali Chakankar appeared before a special investigation team (SIT) for questioning regarding her alleged association with self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, who is under arrest in rape and sexual exploitation cases. Chakankar, who resigned as the state women's panel chief, has pledged full cooperation with the probe.

EC bans victory rallies in Bengal after poll results

EC bans victory rallies in Bengal after poll results

Rediff.com6 days ago

West Bengal prohibits victory rallies following election result announcements and addresses concerns regarding agents' access to counting centres.

Two Arrested With Ivory Worth 1.5 Cr In Uttarakhand

Two Arrested With Ivory Worth 1.5 Cr In Uttarakhand

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Uttarakhand Special Task Force and the Forest Department have arrested two suspected wildlife smugglers with ivory worth Rs 1.5 crore in Udham Singh Nagar district.

Haryana's Child Crime Rate Highest Among States: NCRB Data

Haryana's Child Crime Rate Highest Among States: NCRB Data

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress leader Kumari Selja expresses concern over the NCRB report highlighting a surge in crimes against children in Haryana, urging the state government to take immediate action.

Gujarat Court Convicts 12 In 1993 Arms Landing Case

Gujarat Court Convicts 12 In 1993 Arms Landing Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

A TADA court in Jamnagar convicted 12 individuals in connection with the 1993 arms landing case, linked to Dawood Ibrahim, intended to avenge the Babri Masjid demolition. Ten of the convicted were sentenced to five years rigorous imprisonment.

Professor Gets Bail In Student Suicide Case: Here's Why

Professor Gets Bail In Student Suicide Case: Here's Why

Rediff.com1 days ago

A special court has granted anticipatory bail to a medical professor in connection with the suicide of a dental student, citing a lack of evidence linking the professor to the student's death.

West Bengal Police Intensify Probe Into Adhikari Aide's Murder

West Bengal Police Intensify Probe Into Adhikari Aide's Murder

Rediff.com2 days ago

West Bengal Police intensify their investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, recovering a second motorcycle and searching for a car suspected to be involved in the crime.

Mumbai Police Form Sit To Investigate Bogus Birth Certificates

Mumbai Police Form Sit To Investigate Bogus Birth Certificates

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Mumbai Police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate cases involving alleged bogus birth certificates obtained through forged documents in the city. The city's civic authorities have found that more than 87,000 bogus birth certificates were allegedly issued between 2024 and 2026 by manipulating official records.

TCS Employee Arrested In Religious Conversion, Harassment Case

TCS Employee Arrested In Religious Conversion, Harassment Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

A female employee of TCS in Nashik has been arrested in connection with a case involving alleged religious conversion and sexual harassment of female colleagues. Nida Khan was apprehended after weeks of being in hiding. The Nashik police are investigating multiple cases of molestation and harassment at the TCS unit.

NCW Calls For Complete Parole Ban For Rape Convicts

NCW Calls For Complete Parole Ban For Rape Convicts

Rediff.com2 days ago

The National Commission for Women (NCW) will soon submit recommendations to the Centre seeking a complete ban on parole for convicts in rape, aggravated sexual assault, and other serious offences against women and children.

Hyderabad Police Hunt For Suspects In IPS Officer's Wife Murder

Hyderabad Police Hunt For Suspects In IPS Officer's Wife Murder

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Police in Hyderabad are investigating the murder of Tanuja, the wife of retired IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray. Investigators suspect the culprits, possibly Nepali nationals aided by a domestic worker, fled the city by train. Multiple teams are working to apprehend the suspects, and police have alerted forces in other states and the Sashastra Seema Bal.

Hearing Deferred In Sanjay Singh Model Code Violation Case

Hearing Deferred In Sanjay Singh Model Code Violation Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

A special MP-MLA court in Sultanpur deferred the hearing in a model code of conduct violation case involving AAP leader Sanjay Singh due to the investigating officer's absence. The next hearing is scheduled for May 14.

Woman Found Murdered In Sultanpur Village

Woman Found Murdered In Sultanpur Village

Rediff.com12 hours ago

An elderly woman was found murdered in her village in Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the case, with multiple teams formed to find the perpetrator.

ED Moves To Take Custody Of Godman In Money Laundering Probe

ED Moves To Take Custody Of Godman In Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com2 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has approached a special PMLA court in Mumbai seeking a production warrant against Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman and astrologer, in connection with a money laundering case linked to rape and fraud allegations.

Pune Child Rape-Murder: SIT To Investigate Brutal Crime

Pune Child Rape-Murder: SIT To Investigate Brutal Crime

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in the Pune district of Maharashtra, following widespread outrage over the heinous crime.

UPI Transaction Emerges As Key Lead In West Bengal Murder Probe

UPI Transaction Emerges As Key Lead In West Bengal Murder Probe

Rediff.com47 minutes ago

Investigators probing the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari, have found a key lead in the form of a UPI transaction made at a toll plaza in Howrah.

India Audits 101 Cities To Assess Ease Of Living

India Audits 101 Cities To Assess Ease Of Living

Rediff.com3 days ago

India is conducting a special audit of 101 cities to assess ease of living from the citizen's perspective, Comptroller and Auditor General K Sanjay Murthy said.

Man Gets Life For Sexually Assaulting Minor Girl

Man Gets Life For Sexually Assaulting Minor Girl

Rediff.com6 days ago

A speech-and-hearing impaired man was sentenced to life imprisonment by a Gondia court for sexually assaulting a seven-and-half-year-old girl in May 2024.

Mother's Day: 10 Simple Rules To Live By

Mother's Day: 10 Simple Rules To Live By

Rediff.com3 hours ago

This Mother's Day, Aditi Govitrikar, actor, supermodel, wellness expert and India's first Mrs World encourages all women to prioritise themselves and embrace self-care without guilt.

ED Moves To Take Custody Of Godman Ashok Kharat

ED Moves To Take Custody Of Godman Ashok Kharat

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has requested a special PMLA court in Mumbai to issue a production warrant against Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman-cum-astrologer, who is accused of rape and fraud and is currently in police custody in Nashik district, in connection with a money laundering case.

TCS Employees Remanded In Custody Over Conversion Allegations

TCS Employees Remanded In Custody Over Conversion Allegations

Rediff.com5 days ago

A court in Nashik, Maharashtra, has remanded four Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) employees to judicial custody until May 18 in connection with allegations of religious conversion and sexual harassment of colleagues.

Bombay High Court Upholds Acquittal In Sohrabuddin Shaikh Case

Bombay High Court Upholds Acquittal In Sohrabuddin Shaikh Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Bombay High Court has upheld the acquittal of 22 accused in the 2005 Sohrabuddin Shaikh fake encounter case, citing a lack of evidence and broken links in the prosecution's case.

Vijay's unconventional journey from 'Thalapathy' to 'Muthalvan'

Vijay's unconventional journey from 'Thalapathy' to 'Muthalvan'

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Actor Vijay's journey from a shy film star to a political leader is explored, highlighting his unconventional methods and the key moments that shaped his transformation.

Maharashtra minister seeks probe into AIMIM's role in TCS case

Maharashtra minister seeks probe into AIMIM's role in TCS case

Rediff.com1 days ago

Maharashtra minister Sanjay Shirsat has called for a police investigation into the alleged involvement of AIMIM and its ex-MP Imtiaz Jaleel in the Nashik TCS case, following the arrest of accused Nida Khan. Shirsat alleges AIMIM is encouraging religious conversions and that Khan is part of a larger network.

Kerala Professor Hand Chopping Case: Court To Frame Charges

Kerala Professor Hand Chopping Case: Court To Frame Charges

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A special court in Kochi will complete proceedings for framing charges against the prime accused in the 2010 hand-chopping case involving professor T J Joseph. PFI activists are accused of attacking him at Muvattupuzha.