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Former BDO Arrested For Drunken Driving, Wanted In Murder Case

Former BDO Arrested For Drunken Driving, Wanted In Murder Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Former Rajganj block development officer Prashant Barman was arrested in New Town near Kolkata for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and is wanted in connection with a businessman's murder in 2025.

How India Dominated The U23 Asian Wrestling Championships

How India Dominated The U23 Asian Wrestling Championships

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Indian wrestlers showcased their dominance at the U23 Wrestling Asian Championships, securing multiple gold medals in both freestyle and women's categories.

Two Arrested In Ulhasnagar Firing Case

Two Arrested In Ulhasnagar Firing Case

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Police in Thane have arrested two individuals, Shekar Birajdar and Ajay Rao, in connection with a firing incident in Ulhasnagar that resulted in the deaths of two siblings and serious injury to their uncle. The suspects have been remanded in police custody until May 28 as the investigation into the motive continues.

21, mostly foreigners, killed in massive fire at Delhi hotel

21, mostly foreigners, killed in massive fire at Delhi hotel

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The building suffered extensive damage in the fire, with debris, shattered glass and burnt materials strewn in the vicinity. A large crowd gathered near the site as authorities cordoned off the spot and diverted traffic to facilitate rescue operations.

Five Arrested After Ruckus At Samajwadi MLA's Residence In Amethi

Five Arrested After Ruckus At Samajwadi MLA's Residence In Amethi

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Amethi have arrested five individuals following a disturbance at the residence of a Samajwadi Party MLA, involving allegations of death threats and assault.

Two Arrested In Delhi Revenge Killing Case

Two Arrested In Delhi Revenge Killing Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men in connection with the revenge murder of a 22-year-old man in the Welcome area. The victim was shot dead earlier this month near Shyam Lal College. The accused confessed to their involvement, revealing the murder was retaliation for a previous killing.

Indian Players Shine At Asian Junior Squash Championships

Indian Players Shine At Asian Junior Squash Championships

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Aryaveer Dewan leads a strong Indian contingent into the finals of the Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships in Panzhihua, China, with Shiven Agarwal, Anika Dubey, and Amarya Bajaj also competing for titles in their respective categories.

Motorcyclist Dies After Collision With Bus In Beed

Motorcyclist Dies After Collision With Bus In Beed

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A 22-year-old man died after his motorcycle was struck by a Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) bus in Beed. The accident occurred near Neknoor on the Ahilyanagar-Ahmedpur highway. Police are investigating the incident.

India knocked out of AFC U-17 race after 2nd loss

India knocked out of AFC U-17 race after 2nd loss

Rediff.com11 May 2026

India's chances of qualifying for the FIFA U-17 World Cup suffered a major blow after losing to Uzbekistan in their AFC U-17 Asian Cup group match.

Man Arrested For Allegedly Molesting Minor In Uttar Pradesh

Man Arrested For Allegedly Molesting Minor In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A 24-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly abducting and molesting a minor girl after she rejected his marriage proposal. The victim was allegedly beaten, molested, and held captive after refusing the proposal.

French Open 2026 chaos: New champion set to emerge

French Open 2026 chaos: New champion set to emerge

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Iga Swiatek and Alexander Zverev are set to compete in their fourth-round matches at the French Open, while Casper Ruud and Elina Svitolina will also be in action.

How Gukesh Reignited Norway Chess Campaign

How Gukesh Reignited Norway Chess Campaign

Rediff.com31 May 2026

D Gukesh defeated R Praggnanandhaa in a classical battle at the Norway Chess tournament, while Divya Deshmukh leads the women's section after a victory over China's Zhu Jiner.

Woman Held For Allegedly Killing Daughter After Fight With Husband

Woman Held For Allegedly Killing Daughter After Fight With Husband

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A woman in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly strangling her four-year-old daughter to death after a dispute with her husband.

How grit and patience got PSG the Champions League crown

How grit and patience got PSG the Champions League crown

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Paris St Germain retained the Champions League title after a penalty shootout victory over Arsenal, showcasing resilience and determination.

Rasikh Salam Dar: IPL 2026's Most Under-Rated Hero

Rasikh Salam Dar: IPL 2026's Most Under-Rated Hero

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

How Rasikh Salam Dar, the unsung hero from Kashmir, became a pivotal bowler for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026, contributing significantly to their championship victory.

Man Strangles Girlfriend After She Refuses To Leave With Him

Man Strangles Girlfriend After She Refuses To Leave With Him

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly strangling his girlfriend to death after she refused to leave with him. The incident occurred at the victim's home in Shamli district, with an associate also arrested for assisting in the crime.

Faridabad Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Shootout

Faridabad Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Shootout

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Faridabad police arrested a wanted criminal, Sandeep alias Chenta, after a brief encounter in which he sustained a bullet injury to his leg. The arrest followed a tip-off that the accused was planning another crime.

Man Murdered In Thane Over Dispute; Accused Arrested

Man Murdered In Thane Over Dispute; Accused Arrested

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A 30-year-old man was brutally attacked and killed by three persons over a dispute in Thane district, Maharashtra. Police arrested the accused shortly after the incident in the Mharalgaon area of Kalyan taluka.

Olympian Anish Bhanwala Wins Gold At Shooting Championship

Olympian Anish Bhanwala Wins Gold At Shooting Championship

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Olympian Anish Bhanwala won gold in the men's 25m rapid fire pistol event at the 24th Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship. Suraj Sharma won silver and Vijayveer Sidhu took bronze.

India Women Beat England In T20I Series Opener

India Women Beat England In T20I Series Opener

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Jemimah Rodrigues and Yastika Bhatia scored half-centuries, and debutant Nandani Sharma impressed with the ball as India defeated England by 38 runs in the first T20I.

West Ham seal spot in FA Cup quarters

West Ham seal spot in FA Cup quarters

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

West Ham edged Brentford in shootout after Dango Ouattara to attempt a chipped "Panenka" penalty cost his side in their FA Cup fifth round tie on Monday.

Tourists Arrested For Attacking Bus Driver In Shimla

Tourists Arrested For Attacking Bus Driver In Shimla

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Four tourists from Haryana were arrested for allegedly assaulting a bus driver in Shimla after he overtook their vehicles on the National Highway.

Faridabad Woman, Baby Son Found Dead; Family Alleges Poisoning

Faridabad Woman, Baby Son Found Dead; Family Alleges Poisoning

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A 28-year-old woman and her infant son were found dead in a village in Faridabad, with the woman's family accusing her in-laws of poisoning her to death, according to police reports.

Ranchi Restaurateur Allegedly Dies By Suicide Due To Financial Strains

Ranchi Restaurateur Allegedly Dies By Suicide Due To Financial Strains

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A restaurateur in Ranchi, identified as Abhimanyu Bhatia, allegedly died by suicide due to financial strains. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death after he consumed poison at his restaurant.

AIFF Secretary Rubbishes Corruption Claims Against President Chaubey

AIFF Secretary Rubbishes Corruption Claims Against President Chaubey

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) secretary M Satyanarayanan has refuted allegations of corruption against president Kalyan Chaubey, stating that no concrete evidence has been found.

Swiatek, Andreeva, Kostyuk in French Open Round Of 16

Swiatek, Andreeva, Kostyuk in French Open Round Of 16

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Iga Swiatek, Mirra Andreeva, and Marta Kostyuk have all advanced to the fourth round of the French Open after winning their respective matches.

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Despite a recent slump, Sunil Gavaskar believes Punjab Kings still have a chance to qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs, citing the inconsistent performance of other teams.

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Despite a recent slump, Sunil Gavaskar believes Punjab Kings still have a chance to qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs, citing the inconsistent performance of other teams.

Three Killed In Rajasthan Road Accident Before Wedding

Three Killed In Rajasthan Road Accident Before Wedding

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Three men, including a groom-to-be, were killed in a road accident in Rajasthan's Sirohi district when a trailer truck collided with their motorcycle.

Himachal University Probed Over Filming Allegations

Himachal University Probed Over Filming Allegations

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Eternal University in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmour district is under investigation following allegations that a sanitation worker filmed girl students inside a bathroom. Students reported the incident to the university administration, who alerted the police after protests. The accused was apprehended by students while allegedly attempting to flee.

Punjab Police Raid Bikram Majithia's Home In Custody Case

Punjab Police Raid Bikram Majithia's Home In Custody Case

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Punjab Police conducted raids on the residence of Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia and others in connection with an incident where they allegedly stormed a police station and attempted to forcibly release a detainee. Police have also issued a lookout circular against Majithia to prevent him from leaving the country.

IPL 2026: RCB skipper Patidar flags bat-ball imbalance ahead of Qualifier 1 vs Titans

IPL 2026: RCB skipper Patidar flags bat-ball imbalance ahead of Qualifier 1 vs Titans

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Patidar highlights bowlers' plight in high-scoring IPL, stays guarded on Ahmedabad final shift

Woman And Brothers Attacked After Alleged Molestation Attempt In UP

Woman And Brothers Attacked After Alleged Molestation Attempt In UP

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A woman and her two brothers were attacked in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, by the family members of a man who allegedly attempted to outrage her modesty.

How Satwik-Chirag Overcame Challenge At Singapore Open

How Satwik-Chirag Overcame Challenge At Singapore Open

Rediff.com29 May 2026

PV Sindhu exited the Singapore Open after losing to An Se Young, while Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty progressed to the semi-finals.

Raj Thackeray acquitted in 2008 railway recruitment assault case

Raj Thackeray acquitted in 2008 railway recruitment assault case

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A court in Thane acquitted all the accused, including MNS chief Raj Thackeray, in a 2008 case related to the alleged assault on Railway Recruitment Board examinees at Kalyan railway station by MNS activists.

How Yastika Bhatia Overcame Injury To Star Against England

How Yastika Bhatia Overcame Injury To Star Against England

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Yastika Bhatia made a remarkable comeback from an ACL injury, scoring a match-winning half-century against England in the first women's T20I. Bhatia's resilience and partnership with Jemimah Rodrigues led India to a 38-run victory.

Punjab Police Raid Akali Leader's Home In Arrest Attempt

Punjab Police Raid Akali Leader's Home In Arrest Attempt

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Punjab Police conducted raids at the residence of SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia and others for allegedly storming a police station and attempting to free a detainee. The Akali Dal alleges political vendetta, while police assert that action will be taken regardless of status.

Engineering Student Dies In Suspicious Circumstances In Bihar Hostel

Engineering Student Dies In Suspicious Circumstances In Bihar Hostel

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A third-year engineering student was found dead in her hostel room in East Champaran district, Bihar, prompting a police investigation into the suspicious circumstances surrounding her death.

Chhattisgarh MLA Accused Of Assaulting Government Official

Chhattisgarh MLA Accused Of Assaulting Government Official

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A revenue official in Chhattisgarh has accused BJP MLA Ramkumar Toppo and his supporters of assault, following allegations of misbehaviour against the official by the MLA's cousin.

Delhi building collapse toll rises to 6; two MCD engineers suspened

Delhi building collapse toll rises to 6; two MCD engineers suspened

Rediff.com31 May 2026

A three-storey commercial building collapsed near Saket Metro station in south Delhi, resulting in four fatalities. Rescue operations have concluded, and an inquiry into the cause of the collapse has been initiated.