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Delhi College Election Campaign Turns Violent, Students Injured

Delhi College Election Campaign Turns Violent, Students Injured

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Two students from Satyawati College were injured and two SUVs damaged during an altercation in northwest Delhi's Bharat Nagar area, near the college, while campaigning for student union elections. Police are investigating the incident, which involved reports of assault and firing, and are examining potential links to college rivalries or personal disputes.

Bihar Molestation: Two Main Accused Arrested After Encounter, Political Blame Game Intensifies

Bihar Molestation: Two Main Accused Arrested After Encounter, Political Blame Game Intensifies

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Police in Jamui, Bihar, have arrested two main accused in the molestation of a minor girl, bringing the total arrests to five. The arrests followed an encounter where the accused were injured. The incident, captured in a viral video, has ignited a fierce political debate between the ruling NDA and opposition parties over law and order in the state.

Alex Eala Wins, But Rain Leaves Filipino Fans Gutted at Asian Games

Alex Eala Wins, But Rain Leaves Filipino Fans Gutted at Asian Games

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

'It really sucks': Filipino fans were left frustrated by rain as Alex Eala's Asian Games opener was moved indoors in Nagoya.

India Assured Of Wushu Medal As Roshibina Devi Advances To Semifinals

India Assured Of Wushu Medal As Roshibina Devi Advances To Semifinals

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Roshibina Devi Naorem has secured a medal for India in the women's 60kg wushu category at the Asian Games by reaching the semifinals. She defeated Chu Man Sin of Macau. Other Indian wushu athletes, Hanjabam Langlentombi Devi and Aryan, did not advance as far in their respective events.

Asian Games Hockey: India women crush Singapore, set up Korea semis

Asian Games Hockey: India women crush Singapore, set up Korea semis

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

The Indian women's hockey team secured their spot in the Asian Games semifinals by defeating Singapore 7-0 in their final Pool B match. Sunelita Toppo scored two goals, leading India to top their pool with a perfect record.

Indian Golfer Pranavi Urs Leads Asian Games Women's Event After Stellar Round

Indian Golfer Pranavi Urs Leads Asian Games Women's Event After Stellar Round

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India's Pranavi Urs has taken a three-stroke lead in the Asian Games women's golf competition after a superb four-under 66 in the third round. She is now in strong contention for an individual gold medal, with a total of 15-under 195. Her performance also propelled the Indian women's team into second place, four shots behind China.

Bangladesh stand between India and Asian Games final

Bangladesh stand between India and Asian Games final

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

Defending champions India's women's cricket team is set to face Bangladesh in the Asian Games semifinal. With a dominant head-to-head record, India aims to continue their winning streak, while Bangladesh will rely on their spinners to challenge the strong Indian batting lineup for a spot in the final.

Asian Games: India's Full Schedule For September 29

Asian Games: India's Full Schedule For September 29

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

A comprehensive schedule detailing the events and timings for Indian athletes participating in the Asian Games on Tuesday, September 29, across various sports including archery, athletics, boxing, shooting, tennis, and more, with numerous medal events highlighted.

Asian Games Hockey: India Face Pakistan In High Stakes Semi-final Clash

Asian Games Hockey: India Face Pakistan In High Stakes Semi-final Clash

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Defending champions India are set to face arch-rivals Pakistan in a high-stakes men's hockey semifinal at the Asian Games. The winner of the gold medal will secure a direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Asian Games: Anahat Singh, Abhay Singh enter squash singles finals

Asian Games: Anahat Singh, Abhay Singh enter squash singles finals

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Indian squash prodigy Anahat Singh, 18, achieved a career-defining victory by defeating world number 6 Satomi Watanabe of Japan in a thrilling five-game semi-final at the Asian Games.

Investigation Underway After Woman Found Dead In Kasganj

Investigation Underway After Woman Found Dead In Kasganj

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A 23-year-old woman, Neha, who went missing from her home in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh, was found dead with her throat slit near a railway crossing. Her family alleges she sedated her sister and took Rs 3 lakh cash and jewellery before disappearing. Police are investigating, detaining suspects, examining her phone, and reviewing CCTV footage.

Teen Girl Abused By Social Media Friend, Accused Arrested

Teen Girl Abused By Social Media Friend, Accused Arrested

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

A 19-year-old man was arrested in Chennai for allegedly sexually abusing a 16-year-old girl he befriended on social media. Police acted swiftly on the mother's complaint. The article also mentions a separate arrest of a school principal under the POCSO Act and clarifies another ongoing investigation.

Delhi slap row: NCR against minister Verma, FIR against AAP MLA Jarnail

Delhi slap row: NCR against minister Verma, FIR against AAP MLA Jarnail

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Delhi Police have filed a non-cognisable report against PWD Minister Parvesh Verma for slapping a man during a road inspection in Tilak Nagar, while an FIR has been registered against AAP MLA Jarnail Singh for obstructing public servants. The incident, captured on video, occurred amidst a dispute over road quality, with the slapped individual, Sahib Singh, having a prior assault case.

Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai Review: Muddled Fantasy

Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai Review: Muddled Fantasy

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai has the makings of a fascinating existential fable, but Ram's surreal experiment gets lost in its own muddled storytelling.

Can India end 44-year wait for women's hockey gold?

Can India end 44-year wait for women's hockey gold?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The Indian women's hockey team, unbeaten in the Asian Games, is set to face South Korea in the semifinal, aiming to end a 44-year wait for a gold medal. With a strong performance in the pool stage and a superior world ranking, India enters the match as favourites, relying on key players like Deepika and Navneet Kaur, and solid goalkeeping.

Asian Games: Sreeja-Syndrela, Yashaswini-Diya, Manush Shah advance in TT

Asian Games: Sreeja-Syndrela, Yashaswini-Diya, Manush Shah advance in TT

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Indian women's doubles pairs Sreeja Akula-Syndrela Das and Yashaswini Ghorpade-Diya Chitale have advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the table tennis competition at the Asian Games after securing dominant wins over their respective opponents.

Pranavi Urs's Stellar Performance Propels India In Asian Games Golf

Pranavi Urs's Stellar Performance Propels India In Asian Games Golf

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Pranavi Sharath Urs delivered an exceptional 7-under 63 at the Asian Games golf competition, placing her in sole second position individually and elevating the Indian women's team to bronze medal contention. Her performance, marked by clean ball-striking and aggressive play, has created significant momentum for India's medal aspirations in both individual and team events.

Lalremsiami's strike powers India women to hockey gold, LA Olympics berth

Lalremsiami's strike powers India women to hockey gold, LA Olympics berth

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

The Indian women's hockey team defeated defending champions China 1-0 to win their first Asian Games gold medal in 44 years, securing a direct berth for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Lalremsiami scored the winning goal, and goalkeeper Savita Punia made crucial saves.

How India's Women's Hockey Team Secured Olympic Berth

How India's Women's Hockey Team Secured Olympic Berth

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India's women's hockey team secured a historic gold medal at the Asian Games, defeating defending champions China 1-0. This victory, marked by Lalremsiami's early goal and a resilient defensive performance led by goalkeeper Bichu Devi, also earned India direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, ending a 44-year wait for the title.

India's late gold rush: Kumkum, Pranavi script Asian Games history

India's late gold rush: Kumkum, Pranavi script Asian Games history

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

India concluded its Asian Games campaign in Nagoya with a creditable fourth place, securing 85 medals, including 21 golds. The final days saw a surge in gold medals, notably from the cricket and hockey teams, and historic individual wins by 17-year-old archer Kumkum Mohod and golfer Pranavi Urs.

PIX: Atletico down 10-man Real in fiery Madrid derby

PIX: Atletico down 10-man Real in fiery Madrid derby

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Atletico Madrid defeated 10-man Real Madrid 2-1 in a heated LaLiga derby at the Metropolitano. Goals from Alejandro Grimaldo and Jonathan David secured the win, moving Atletico above Real in the standings. Real's Dean Huijsen was sent off, and Antonio Ruediger scored a late consolation goal.

Archery shock: 14-YO Korean stuns Jyothi Vennam in Asiad

Archery shock: 14-YO Korean stuns Jyothi Vennam in Asiad

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Defending champion Jyothi Surekha Vennam was eliminated from the Asian Games individual compound archery competition by 14-year-old Korean Kang Yeonseo. Despite this setback, Indian debutants Chikitha Taniparthi and Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru successfully advanced to the quarterfinals in their respective women's and men's events, showcasing strong performances including a shoot-off victory and an all-Indian clash.

Political Fallout After Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader's Murder In Thane

Political Fallout After Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader's Murder In Thane

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

The son of slain Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar has accused former Thane mayor Meenakshi Shinde and her husband of orchestrating his father's murder. While Shinde denies the allegations, calling them politically motivated, Thane police have arrested one suspect and detained another. The incident has sparked protests and intensified political rivalries ahead of the 2026 Thane Municipal Corporation elections.

How India Fared on Day 7 of the Asian Games

How India Fared on Day 7 of the Asian Games

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

India continued its strong performance at the Asian Games, securing gold medals in both men's and women's Kabaddi, a historic silver in marathon by Sawan Barwal, and advancing to squash finals. The day also saw mixed results in shooting, athletics, and badminton, contributing to India's growing medal tally.

India Survives Pakistan Scare To Reach Asian Games Hockey Final

India Survives Pakistan Scare To Reach Asian Games Hockey Final

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

India's head coach Craig Fulton expressed relief after the defending champions secured a dramatic 4-3 victory against Pakistan in the Asian Games hockey semifinal. Despite leading 3-0, India allowed Pakistan to equalise before clinching a late winner. Fulton highlighted defensive lapses, missed opportunities, and a loss of composure, stressing the need for improvement before the final.

India A dominate Day 3, set 363-run target for Australia A

India A dominate Day 3, set 363-run target for Australia A

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

India A, led by skipper Devdutt Padikkal's fifty and Kumar Kushagra's unbeaten 46, set Australia A a challenging target of 363 runs on day three of their four-day match in Puducherry. Australia A ended the day at 55/2, needing 308 more runs to win.

Batting coach Reifer calls for greater responsibility from West Indies middle order

Batting coach Reifer calls for greater responsibility from West Indies middle order

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

West Indies batting coach Floyd Reifer has stressed the need for the middle order to show greater responsibility and regain consistency, especially as the team prepares for the ODI World Cup Qualifier. He acknowledged positives from the recent loss to India, including a strong opening partnership, and highlighted the potential of young batter Jewel Andrew.

Punjab cop firing case: Shooter killed, 5 nabbed; Pak links suspected

Punjab cop firing case: Shooter killed, 5 nabbed; Pak links suspected

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

The Amritsar Rural police on Saturday arrested five accused linked to the firing incident involving assistant sub-inspector Jaswant Singh, who was posted with the Amritsar commissionerate.

Manu's father slams 'gutter' near Asian Games range

Manu's father slams 'gutter' near Asian Games range

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Double Olympic medalist shooter Manu Bhaker concluded her Asian Games campaign without a medal, leading her father, Ram Kishan Bhaker, to heavily criticise the event's organisation, citing issues like travel distance, bus timings, and unsanitary conditions at the shooting range in Aichi-Nagoya.

Indian Squash Teams Secure Quarterfinal Berths At Asian Games

Indian Squash Teams Secure Quarterfinal Berths At Asian Games

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The Indian men's and women's squash teams have successfully advanced to the quarterfinals of the Asian Games. The women's team secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Japan, with crucial wins from Joshna Chinappa and Tanvi Khanna, despite Anahat Singh's loss. The men's team dominated South Korea with a 3-0 sweep to also seal their spot in the last eight.

Sigma Review: How Not To Make A Heist Movie

Sigma Review: How Not To Make A Heist Movie

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Sigma has the ingredients for a kickass heist thriller, but Jason Sanjay's debut gets hopelessly lost in its lazy writing and bland execution.

Tata Sierra #DARK Launched: Prices Start at 13.99 Lakh, Features & Variants Detailed

Tata Sierra #DARK Launched: Prices Start at 13.99 Lakh, Features & Variants Detailed

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

Tata Motors has officially launched the Tata Sierra #DARK in India, with prices starting from 13.99 Lakh (ex-showroom). This new edition features a Friesian Black exterior, a Violet Eclipse interior, and a range of engine and transmission options across multiple variants.

Indian Kabaddi Teams Advance To Asian Games Finals

Indian Kabaddi Teams Advance To Asian Games Finals

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

India's men's and women's kabaddi teams have secured their spots in the Asian Games finals, maintaining their unbeaten run. Both teams will face Iran in their respective gold medal matches, aiming to defend their titles.

Delhi College Election Campaign Sees Violence, Students Injured

Delhi College Election Campaign Sees Violence, Students Injured

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

A quarrel between two student groups during college union election campaigning in northwest Delhi's Bharat Nagar area resulted in two Satyawati College students being injured and two vehicles damaged. Police are investigating the incident, which reportedly involved firing and assault.

Student Safety Concerns Prompt LSR College To Go Online

Student Safety Concerns Prompt LSR College To Go Online

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Lady Shri Ram College for Women has moved classes online following the alleged rape of a 17-year-old girl near the campus, raising significant safety concerns among students and the college community. Three suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Delhi Robbery-Murder: Cousin's Betrayal Unravels Cash Collection Plot

Delhi Robbery-Murder: Cousin's Betrayal Unravels Cash Collection Plot

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Delhi Police have apprehended the cousin of a man stabbed to death during an armed robbery, along with other accused and a juvenile. The cousin allegedly tipped off assailants about the victim's cash movements. The police used extensive CCTV and ANPR analysis to trace the culprits, recovering a significant portion of the stolen cash. Three other accused remain at large.

Chess Olympiad: India Men Win Silver, Women Claim Bronze

Chess Olympiad: India Men Win Silver, Women Claim Bronze

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

The Indian men's chess team secured a silver medal on a tie-break after drawing with Hungary, while the women's team clinched a bronze medal by drawing with Georgia at the 46th Chess Olympiad.

India's Squash Contingent Dominates At Asian Games Quarterfinals

India's Squash Contingent Dominates At Asian Games Quarterfinals

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Indian squash players Anahat Singh, Tanvi Khanna, Abhay Singh, Veer Chotrani, Joshna Chinappa, and Velavan Senthilkumar have all advanced to the quarterfinals in their respective singles and mixed doubles categories at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, marking a highly successful day for the contingent.

'Clarity within the team': Prasidh reveals his success key

'Clarity within the team': Prasidh reveals his success key

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna discusses the factors behind his impressive performance, including team clarity, effective communication, and the healthy competition for World Cup spots. He highlights his rapport with fellow bowlers and the positive impact of pushing each other to improve.

Indian Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa Secures Third Spot In Croatia

Indian Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa Secures Third Spot In Croatia

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured a tied third-place finish at the Croatian leg of the Grand Chess Tour, bouncing back with a strong performance on the final day. France's Firouzja Alireza claimed the top honours after a tie-break, while Praggnanandhaa shared his position with Maxime Vachier-Lagrave. Compatriot D Gukesh finished sixth.