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Dalit Families Face Eviction After Court Order In Kerala

Dalit Families Face Eviction After Court Order In Kerala

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A Munsiff court in Kerala has ordered the eviction of Dalit families living at Pariyathukavu near Kizhakkambalam by May 23, following a Supreme Court order recognising private ownership of the land.

Delhi Police Bust Cyber Fraud Ring, Arrest Two

Delhi Police Bust Cyber Fraud Ring, Arrest Two

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a cyber fraud racket involving malicious mobile applications, arresting two individuals, including the alleged mastermind from Uttar Pradesh. The accused developed and supplied 'FUD' APK files to cyber fraudsters across the country, enabling them to gain remote access to victims' phones and siphon off money.

NCERT row: Author stands by 'controversial' chapter

NCERT row: Author stands by 'controversial' chapter

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Michel Danino, one of the NCERT academics previously barred by the Supreme Court over a controversial chapter on the judiciary, maintains the content was 'correct' and defends its inclusion in the textbook.

10 Everyday Habits That Harm Your Gut

10 Everyday Habits That Harm Your Gut

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Dr Rishikesh Malokar, senior consultant gastroenterologist, hepatologist, and therapeutic GI endoscopist at the Zynova Shalby Hospital, explains how habits such as unmonitored consumption of processed foods, skipping meals, and lack of fibre in the diet can quietly create havoc on the gut.

ED Arrests Gameskraft Founders In Money Laundering Probe

ED Arrests Gameskraft Founders In Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested three founders of online gaming platform Gameskraft in connection with a money laundering case linked to alleged fraud.

Police Injured As BJP, CPI(M) Workers Clash In Kerala

Police Injured As BJP, CPI(M) Workers Clash In Kerala

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Three police officers were injured in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, following a clash between BJP and CPI(M) workers over a property dispute. Police have registered cases against workers from both parties.

US, Israel responsible for what's happening to India: Iran

US, Israel responsible for what's happening to India: Iran

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A top Iranian official has blamed the US and Israel for the disruption of global supply chains due to the West Asia conflict, stating that Tehran is not happy about the consequences faced by countries like India.

FIFA To Offer Reassurance To Iran Over World Cup Participation

FIFA To Offer Reassurance To Iran Over World Cup Participation

Rediff.com16 May 2026

FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom will meet Iranian FA officials in Istanbul to offer reassurance over Iran's participation in the World Cup, amidst concerns raised by recent geopolitical tensions and visa issues.

Father And Son Stabbed To Death In Delhi Money Row

Father And Son Stabbed To Death In Delhi Money Row

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A father and his son were stabbed to death in Delhi's Chittaranjan Park following a dispute over money. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the absconding accused.

Ahmedabad Man Killed Over Family Dispute: Police Investigate

Ahmedabad Man Killed Over Family Dispute: Police Investigate

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A 52-year-old man was allegedly killed in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, following a brutal attack stemming from a family dispute. Police have registered a case of murder and are investigating the incident.

Delhi Man Shot Dead; Police Suspect Revenge Killing

Delhi Man Shot Dead; Police Suspect Revenge Killing

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A 22-year-old man was shot dead in northeast Delhi, with police suspecting the killing to be a revenge attack related to his brother's murder case.

Man Tries To Set Daughters Ablaze In Beed Over Family Feud

Man Tries To Set Daughters Ablaze In Beed Over Family Feud

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A man in Maharashtra's Beed district allegedly poured diesel over his two minor daughters and attempted to set them ablaze following a family dispute, according to police reports.

Congress Leader Booked For Hurting Religious Sentiments In Goa

Congress Leader Booked For Hurting Religious Sentiments In Goa

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Two FIRs have been registered against Congress leader Girish Chodankar and tribal leader Govind Shirodkar in Goa for allegedly hurting religious sentiments, following protests by the Hindu Ekta Samiti.

Key Witnesses Fail To Support Prosecution In Thane Murder Case

Key Witnesses Fail To Support Prosecution In Thane Murder Case

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A Thane court acquitted 10 accused in a 2014 murder and rioting case due to key witnesses failing to support the prosecution's claims.

Sujit Bose Arrested In West Bengal Recruitment Scam

Sujit Bose Arrested In West Bengal Recruitment Scam

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged municipality recruitment scam.

Farmer, Accountant Killed In Separate Haryana Attacks

Farmer, Accountant Killed In Separate Haryana Attacks

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Two men, a farmer and an accountant, were murdered in separate incidents in Haryana. The farmer was ambushed and shot in Yamunanagar, while the accountant was killed in Ambala following a dispute.

India's Astronomy Community Gathers In Guwahati

India's Astronomy Community Gathers In Guwahati

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The 44th annual meeting of the Astronomical Society of India (ASI) was inaugurated at IIT Guwahati, bringing together astronomers, researchers, and students to discuss the future of astronomy in India.

Study Finds AI Chatbots Provide Inaccurate Health Advice

Study Finds AI Chatbots Provide Inaccurate Health Advice

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A new study reveals that AI chatbots often provide inaccurate and incomplete medical information, raising concerns about their use in healthcare communication.

Court Discharges Rohit Pawar In MSCB Scam Case: Here's Why

Court Discharges Rohit Pawar In MSCB Scam Case: Here's Why

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A special court in Mumbai discharged NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar and others in a case registered by the Enforcement Directorate concerning an alleged Rs 25,000 crore scam at the Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank (MSCB). The court stated that the money laundering case could not proceed without a predicate offence.

Five Killed In Pakistan Over Property Disputes

Five Killed In Pakistan Over Property Disputes

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

At least five people were killed and seven injured in separate incidents allegedly stemming from a property dispute and longstanding enmity in Pakistan's northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, police said.

Man Gets Life Sentence For Killing Wife's Alleged Rapist

Man Gets Life Sentence For Killing Wife's Alleged Rapist

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A local court in Muzaffarnagar sentenced a man to life imprisonment for fatally shooting a person accused of raping his wife, officials reported.

Nashik TCS case: Accused claims victim had 'one-sided feelings'

Nashik TCS case: Accused claims victim had 'one-sided feelings'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

An accused in the TCS Nashik sexual harassment case has filed for bail, claiming the complaint arose from the victim's frustration over unrequited feelings or parental pressure. He denies making remarks that hurt religious sentiments.

Ranchi Couple Arrested For Murdering Man Over Illicit Affair

Ranchi Couple Arrested For Murdering Man Over Illicit Affair

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Police in Ranchi have arrested a couple and an accomplice for allegedly murdering a man due to an illicit affair gone sour. The victim, Kamlesh Singh, was allegedly killed by Shivnath Kumar Singh and his wife Angita Devi after Angita claimed the victim had tried to molest her. The trio attempted to make the murder look like a road accident.

Rajasthan High Court Grants Divorce, Criticises 'Aata-Sata' Marriage Custom

Rajasthan High Court Grants Divorce, Criticises 'Aata-Sata' Marriage Custom

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Rajasthan High Court overturned a family court's decision, granting a woman a divorce and strongly criticising the 'Aata-Sata' marriage custom, highlighting the need to assess matrimonial disputes based on the 'preponderance of probabilities' rather than criminal law standards.

Rajasthan High Court Condemns 'Inhuman Barter System', Grants Divorce

Rajasthan High Court Condemns 'Inhuman Barter System', Grants Divorce

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Rajasthan High Court has overturned a family court's decision and granted a divorce to a woman, criticising the 'Aata-Sata' marriage custom and stating that cruelty in matrimonial disputes does not require proof 'beyond reasonable doubt'.

Raj Thackeray Acquitted In 2008 Railway Exam Assault Case

Raj Thackeray Acquitted In 2008 Railway Exam Assault Case

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A Thane court acquitted Raj Thackeray and others in a 2008 case of alleged assault on Railway Recruitment Board examinees, citing lack of evidence and failure to prove Thackeray's presence or incitement.

ED Conducts Raids In Punjab Over Realty Fraud Case

ED Conducts Raids In Punjab Over Realty Fraud Case

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an official in the CMO, as part of a money laundering probe against realty groups accused of fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.

Rashid Khan: Gujarat Titans Succeed By Adapting Quickly

Rashid Khan: Gujarat Titans Succeed By Adapting Quickly

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Rashid Khan credits Gujarat Titans' success to their adaptability and ability to trust players in different situations, rather than dwelling on imperfections. He also praised the team's bowling attack and the leadership of Shubman Gill.

I-PAC Director's Representative Assists ED With Data Extraction

I-PAC Director's Representative Assists ED With Data Extraction

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A legal representative of I-PAC director Rishi Raj Singh assisted the Enforcement Directorate in Delhi with data extraction from seized electronic devices. This follows raids and the arrest of another director, Vinesh Chandel, amid allegations of financial irregularities and money laundering.

Sensex gains nearly 790 points, driven by telecom and banking sector buying

Sensex gains nearly 790 points, driven by telecom and banking sector buying

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Indian stock markets saw a significant rebound, with the Sensex jumping nearly 790 points, primarily fuelled by strong buying interest in telecom, pharma, and private banking shares, despite a volatile trading session and a weakening rupee.

ED Conducts Raids In Panchkula Municipal Corp Fraud Case

ED Conducts Raids In Panchkula Municipal Corp Fraud Case

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in a money laundering case linked to an alleged Rs 145 crore fraud involving fixed deposits of the Panchkula Municipal Corporation.

BRS Leader Arrested For Assaulting Congress Functionary Over Social Media Post

BRS Leader Arrested For Assaulting Congress Functionary Over Social Media Post

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

BRS social media coordinator Manne Krishank and seven others were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly assaulting and threatening a Congress functionary over a social media post.

Moradabad Couple Killed In Front Of Children Over Property Row

Moradabad Couple Killed In Front Of Children Over Property Row

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A couple was allegedly stabbed to death in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, in front of their three minor children due to a dispute over a house deal. Police have arrested two of the six accused, with one apprehended after a police encounter.

IPL 2026: Umesh explains why Bhuvneshwar is outperforming Bumrah

IPL 2026: Umesh explains why Bhuvneshwar is outperforming Bumrah

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Senior India pacer Umesh Yadav analyses Jasprit Bumrah's inconsistent IPL performance, attributing it to trying too many things, while praising Bhuvneshwar Kumar's clear planning and execution.

K L Rahul's Blitz, Kuldeep's Magic Help Delhi Capitals Sink KKR

K L Rahul's Blitz, Kuldeep's Magic Help Delhi Capitals Sink KKR

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Kuldeep Yadav marked his return in stunning three-wicket haul to complement K L Rahul's blazing half-century at the top as Delhi Capitals outclassed a lacklustre Kolkata Knight Riders by 40 runs.

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Land Use Violations

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Land Use Violations

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches in Punjab and Chandigarh, targeting realty groups and individuals linked to an official in the Chief Minister's Office, as part of a money laundering investigation into fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.

Man Dies After Attack In Uttar Pradesh; Village Head Accused

Man Dies After Attack In Uttar Pradesh; Village Head Accused

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A 28-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh died after being attacked, with his family alleging the involvement of the village head and others in the assault.

Three killed in gym shooting in UP's Bulandshahr after dispute

Three killed in gym shooting in UP's Bulandshahr after dispute

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Three people were shot dead following a dispute at a gym in the Khurja Nagar area of Bulandshahr district. Police have arrested two suspects and are searching for others involved in the incident.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Boxer Vikas Dagar Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Boxer Vikas Dagar Murder Case

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Sumit Rana, a suspect in the murder of national-level boxer Vikas Dagar, who was killed in outer Delhi last year. Rana, a member of the Sonu gang, had been evading arrest for eight months.

Delhi Clash Over Unrequited Love Leaves Two Dead

Delhi Clash Over Unrequited Love Leaves Two Dead

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Two people died and several were critically injured in a clash between two groups in Delhi's Zakhira area, allegedly triggered by a long-standing dispute linked to unrequited affection.