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SC bars stem cell therapy for autism outside clinical trials

SC bars stem cell therapy for autism outside clinical trials

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that stem cell therapies for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can only be offered within approved and monitored clinical trial settings, deeming any other use unethical and potentially malpractice.

Hyderabad Man Held in Mother-in-Law Murder Case Stemming from Relationship Dispute

Hyderabad Man Held in Mother-in-Law Murder Case Stemming from Relationship Dispute

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A 22-year-old man was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly murdering his minor wife's mother, who opposed their relationship due to caste differences and the girl's age. The body was exhumed from the victim's residence after the man confessed to the crime.

All Suspects Arrested in Retired Brigadier's Crossfire Death in Dehradun

All Suspects Arrested in Retired Brigadier's Crossfire Death in Dehradun

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Dehradun police have arrested the final suspect in the killing of retired Army Brigadier Mukesh Joshi, who was caught in a crossfire between rival groups. With this arrest, all ten individuals involved in the March 30 incident are now in custody.

Jhansi Man Arrested After Allegedly Killing Wife with Axe Due to Alcoholism Dispute

Jhansi Man Arrested After Allegedly Killing Wife with Axe Due to Alcoholism Dispute

Rediff.com9 hours ago

A 40-year-old man in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife with an axe after she objected to his alcoholism.

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 270 Crore in Assets Linked to Rajendra Lodha

Enforcement Directorate Attaches 270 Crore in Assets Linked to Rajendra Lodha

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached land parcels and other immovable assets worth over 270 crore as part of its money laundering investigation against Rajendra Lodha, former director of Lodha Developers.

Delhi Family Attacked After Dispute; Police Arrest Suspects

Delhi Family Attacked After Dispute; Police Arrest Suspects

Rediff.com3 days ago

A family in Delhi's Rohini area was allegedly assaulted following a dispute, leading to arrests and the apprehension of juveniles.

Land Dispute Leads to Double Stabbing at Wardha Wedding

Land Dispute Leads to Double Stabbing at Wardha Wedding

Rediff.com1 days ago

A teenager has been detained after allegedly stabbing his uncle and cousin to death during a wedding procession in Wardha district, Maharashtra, due to a long-standing land dispute.

Delhi Police Investigates Officer Over Alleged Assault on Shopkeeper

Delhi Police Investigates Officer Over Alleged Assault on Shopkeeper

Rediff.com1 days ago

A woman sub-inspector with the Delhi Police is under investigation after allegedly slapping a 78-year-old shopkeeper during a parking dispute in Rohini, northwest Delhi.

Drug Network Busted in Delhi: Medical Store Owner Arrested

Drug Network Busted in Delhi: Medical Store Owner Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a 26-year-old medical store owner and dismantled a drug supply network operating in the outer Delhi area. The arrest followed a raid in Paharganj, prompted by information obtained during the interrogation of three individuals previously arrested with contraband.

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kolkata Knight Riders' high-profile acquisition Cameron Green has resumed bowling in the nets and is "not far away" from doing so in an IPL match, bowling coach Tim Southee said.

15,000 Crore Restored to Investors in PACL Ponzi Scheme

15,000 Crore Restored to Investors in PACL Ponzi Scheme

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate has restored assets worth over 15,000 crore to a Supreme Court-appointed committee for distribution to investors defrauded in the PACL (Pearls Group) Ponzi scheme.

Jharkhand Police Arrest Four Suspects in Jamshedpur Shooting Case

Jharkhand Police Arrest Four Suspects in Jamshedpur Shooting Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, have arrested four individuals in connection with a shooting incident that seriously injured a man. The suspects were apprehended with firearms and ammunition, and the motive appears to be a long-standing dispute.

Wife Thinks I'm Dating My Co-worker

Wife Thinks I'm Dating My Co-worker

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sometimes, in marriages, people start to feel less valued and trust issues can stem from that same feeling, observes rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of Quack Quack, an online dating web site, and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.

Delhi man killed over brother's alleged affair

Delhi man killed over brother's alleged affair

Rediff.com11 hours ago

An 18-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri by four people over his elder brother's 'friendship' with one of the accused's wife, police said.

BCCL halts Dhanbad mining operations after workers' protest over wages

BCCL halts Dhanbad mining operations after workers' protest over wages

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Bharat Coking Coal Ltd (BCCL) has suspended coal mining and dispatch operations at its ABOCP mine in Dhanbad since April 2, following a protest by local workers demanding full-time wages and benefits.

Court Cross-Examines Investigating Officer in Sanjay Singh's Model Code Violation Case

Court Cross-Examines Investigating Officer in Sanjay Singh's Model Code Violation Case

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A court in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, conducted cross-examination of the investigating officer in a case involving AAP MP Sanjay Singh related to an alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct during the 2021 panchayat elections. The next hearing is scheduled for April 20.

ED Intensifies Coal Scam Probe with Raids on I-PAC Executives

ED Intensifies Coal Scam Probe with Raids on I-PAC Executives

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids on executives of political consultancy firm I-PAC and others in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged coal scam in West Bengal.

Woman Dies After Brother-in-Law Attacks Her Over Money

Woman Dies After Brother-in-Law Attacks Her Over Money

Rediff.com3 days ago

A woman in Uttar Pradesh died from injuries sustained after being attacked by her brother-in-law over a money dispute. The accused is currently at large.

CALM-Brain: India's First Psychiatric Data Repository Launched

CALM-Brain: India's First Psychiatric Data Repository Launched

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

India has launched its first repository of data on major psychiatric disorders, CALM-Brain, in Bengaluru. This initiative aims to systematically document details of patients with mental illness to improve diagnosis and treatment.

Muzaffarnagar Man Allegedly Murders Family Over Eid Gift Dispute, Then Takes His Own Life

Muzaffarnagar Man Allegedly Murders Family Over Eid Gift Dispute, Then Takes His Own Life

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 32-year-old man in Muzaffarnagar allegedly poisoned his wife and two young children before taking his own life, reportedly triggered by a dispute over an Eid gift.

Karnataka Man Arrested in Fatal Pathway Dispute

Karnataka Man Arrested in Fatal Pathway Dispute

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Karnataka for allegedly murdering his relative following a dispute over access to a pathway. The incident occurred in Dodawad village, where a long-standing feud culminated in a fatal attack with an agricultural weapon.

London Property Seized in Indian Bank Fraud Probe

London Property Seized in Indian Bank Fraud Probe

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A property near Heathrow Airport, London, worth Rs 7.5 crore has been attached by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a bank loan fraud case involving Neo Corp International Ltd.

Tiger Woods Steps Down as 2027 Ryder Cup Captain to Focus on Health

Tiger Woods Steps Down as 2027 Ryder Cup Captain to Focus on Health

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tiger Woods steps down as 2027 Ryder Cup captain to focus on his health following a DUI case, with the PGA of America backing his decision and updates on leadership to follow.

Gujarat AAP Leader Gadhvi Booked After Police Station Protest

Gujarat AAP Leader Gadhvi Booked After Police Station Protest

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gujarat AAP chief Isudan Gadhvi and 30 others have been booked for alleged rioting at Khambhalia police station after protesting the arrest of an AAP worker.

BJP MLA Sanjay Pathak Ordered to Appear in Court Over Contempt Case

BJP MLA Sanjay Pathak Ordered to Appear in Court Over Contempt Case

Rediff.com3 hours ago

BJP MLA Sanjay Pathak issued an unconditional apology in a criminal contempt case but has been directed to appear in person at the next hearing.

UP Women's Commission Considers Reviewing Acquittal in Sexual Exploitation Case

UP Women's Commission Considers Reviewing Acquittal in Sexual Exploitation Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Uttar Pradesh State Women Commission is open to reviewing the acquittal of a college professor accused of sexually exploiting female students if the complainant or aggrieved parties formally approach the panel.

TMC Leader Accuses BJP's Shankar Ghosh of Discrepancies in Injury Claims

TMC Leader Accuses BJP's Shankar Ghosh of Discrepancies in Injury Claims

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused BJP MLA Shankar Ghosh of inconsistencies in his claims of injury during protests, urging voters to verify the truth. Banerjee also criticised the BJP's neglect of Siliguri and the CPI(M)'s alleged support for the BJP.

Venugopal Files Defamation Suit Over Election Accusations

Venugopal Files Defamation Suit Over Election Accusations

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress leader K C Venugopal has filed a defamation complaint against a Haryana-based man, alleging politically motivated accusations ahead of the Kerala Assembly elections.

Man killed in Faridabad over girlfriend dispute; suspects arrested

Man killed in Faridabad over girlfriend dispute; suspects arrested

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 25-year-old man was stabbed to death at his girlfriend's house in Faridabad. Police have arrested five people in connection with the killing, while the main suspect remains at large. The incident stemmed from a previous dispute between the victim and the main accused.

Mathura Police Nab Two Suspects After Encounter in BJP Leader Shooting Case

Mathura Police Nab Two Suspects After Encounter in BJP Leader Shooting Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Mathura have arrested two individuals following an encounter related to the shooting at a local BJP leader's residence last month. The suspects were apprehended after allegedly opening fire on police, who returned fire in self-defence.

Boy Dies After Alleged Beating Over Mobile Theft in Varanasi

Boy Dies After Alleged Beating Over Mobile Theft in Varanasi

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 16-year-old boy in Varanasi, India, died after allegedly being beaten with sticks over suspicion of mobile theft. Police have registered a case and are investigating.

Delhi Man Arrested in Deadly Loan Dispute Case

Delhi Man Arrested in Deadly Loan Dispute Case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

A 70-year-old man has been arrested in Delhi's Kanjhawala area for the murder of a 55-year-old man following a dispute over a loan of Rs 30,000.

Man held for firing at petrol pump over old dispute in Thane

Man held for firing at petrol pump over old dispute in Thane

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 39-year-old history-sheeter has been arrested for allegedly firing at a man at a petrol pump in Thane, Maharashtra, following a previous dispute. The accused was apprehended and is now in police custody.

Author Claims Mob Assault in Indore Over Shah Bano Book Research; Police Deny Attack

Author Claims Mob Assault in Indore Over Shah Bano Book Research; Police Deny Attack

Rediff.com3 hours ago

An author claims she was attacked in Indore after being mistaken for a 'child lifter' while researching a book on the Shah Bano case. Police deny the mob assault, citing a dispute over the book contract.

Infant Seriously Hurt in Thane Family Dispute Attack

Infant Seriously Hurt in Thane Family Dispute Attack

Rediff.com6 days ago

A one-and-a-half-year-old boy was seriously injured in Thane after a local goon attacked his parents following a family dispute. The incident occurred when the father was returning from the police station after lodging a complaint.

Delhi man killed in family row stabbing

Delhi man killed in family row stabbing

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 30-year-old man was stabbed to death by his brother-in-law after a family dispute in Nand Nagri, Delhi. Police have arrested the accused and recovered the weapon.

Thane Man Opens Fire on Youth Amidst Ongoing Feud

Thane Man Opens Fire on Youth Amidst Ongoing Feud

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A man allegedly opened fire at a youth in Thane, India, due to a long-standing dispute. The victim escaped unhurt, and police are searching for the suspect.

Proposed H-1B wage hike to impact Indian IT, favouring higher-skilled workers

Proposed H-1B wage hike to impact Indian IT, favouring higher-skilled workers

Rediff.com4 hours ago

The Trump administration's proposed H-1B wage structure aims to increase pay for skilled overseas workers in the US by an average of $14,000, with Level I wages potentially rising to $97,746. This move, coupled with a weighted selection process favouring higher-skilled workers, is intended to curb abuse of visa programmes and ensure parity with American workers, but has already led to a sharp decline in H-1B applications, particularly from Indian IT companies.

Court Denies Bail in Rs 117-Crore Money Laundering Case, Cites Threat to Financial Health

Court Denies Bail in Rs 117-Crore Money Laundering Case, Cites Threat to Financial Health

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

A special court in Mumbai has denied bail to Pune businessman Amit Thepade in a Rs 117-crore money laundering case, citing the serious threat economic offences pose to the country's financial health.

Iran rejects Pak mediation, shifts focus to Qatar as tensions escalate

Iran rejects Pak mediation, shifts focus to Qatar as tensions escalate

Rediff.com2 days ago

Islamabad's attempt to position itself as a mediator in the West Asia conflict has come to naught with the Iranian side refusing to meet any US-led delegation in Pakistan, reports the Wall Street Journal.