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Goa MLA, 28 Others Booked for Alleged File Theft During Protest

Goa MLA, 28 Others Booked for Alleged File Theft During Protest

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Revolutionary Goans Party MLA Viresh Borkar and 28 others have been booked for allegedly stealing files and other items from the Goa Town and Country Planning Department office during a protest against Section 39A of the Town and Country Planning Act.

Controversial Graffiti Appears on Delhi-Dehradun Highway

Controversial Graffiti Appears on Delhi-Dehradun Highway

Rediff.com20 minutes ago

Police in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have launched an investigation after graffiti reading 'This road is not for Muslims' appeared on the Delhi-Dehradun National Highway. Authorities are also verifying a video purportedly showing two women spray-painting the message.

'Trump administration will use new laws to replace IEEPA tariffs'

'Trump administration will use new laws to replace IEEPA tariffs'

Rediff.com6 days ago

Trump administration will use "alternative legal authorities" to enforce tariffs on the countries, assuring that the tariff revenue will remain unchanged.

Marriage refusal after sex citing kundli mismatch can attract BNS charges: HC

Marriage refusal after sex citing kundli mismatch can attract BNS charges: HC

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Delhi High Court has ruled that refusing marriage based on a 'kundali' mismatch after establishing a physical relationship can attract legal consequences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, specifically Section 69, addressing sexual intercourse obtained through deceptive means.

Father, Son Held with 48 Kg of Ganja in Jharkhand

Father, Son Held with 48 Kg of Ganja in Jharkhand

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A man and his son were arrested in Jharkhand's Gumla district for possessing 48 kg of ganja, estimated to be worth Rs 40 lakh.

US Commerce Secretary's Surprise Delhi Visit

US Commerce Secretary's Surprise Delhi Visit

Rediff.com6 hours ago

'Engaged in very fruitful discussions to expand our trade and economic partnership.'

Prague Chess Festival: Gukesh draws again, Aravindh stuns Niemann

Prague Chess Festival: Gukesh draws again, Aravindh stuns Niemann

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Indian Grandmasters D Gukesh and Aravindh Chithambaram had contrasting results in the second round of the Prague International Chess Festival, with Gukesh drawing and Aravindh winning his game.

Gujarat ATS Arrests Smuggling Suspect

Gujarat ATS Arrests Smuggling Suspect

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The Gujarat Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) has apprehended a man wanted in connection with a cross-border smuggling operation involving heroin, grenades, and pistols in Punjab. The suspect, Rehmat Ali Sheikh, was arrested in Ahmedabad after fleeing from Punjab.

Court orders FIR against Swami Avimukteshwaranand under POCSO

Court orders FIR against Swami Avimukteshwaranand under POCSO

Rediff.com5 days ago

Avimukteshwarananda has been in the headlines for his confrontation with the organisers of the Magh Mela in Prayagraj.

Gukesh draws with Hans Niemann in Prague International Chess; Chithambaram loses

Gukesh draws with Hans Niemann in Prague International Chess; Chithambaram loses

Rediff.com1 days ago

World champion D Gukesh drew with Hans Moke Niemann in the first round of the Prague International Chess Festival.

Modi flags off India's fastest metro system in Meerut

Modi flags off India's fastest metro system in Meerut

Rediff.com5 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat train, enhancing urban and regional connectivity in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.

Man Booked for Allegedly Abetting Suicide of College Student in Palghar

Man Booked for Allegedly Abetting Suicide of College Student in Palghar

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A 20-year-old man has been booked for allegedly abetting the suicide of a 19-year-old college student in Palghar, Maharashtra, after she became pregnant and he refused to marry her, according to police reports.

Two booked in Thane for allegedly duping investors

Two booked in Thane for allegedly duping investors

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Police in Thane have registered a case against two men accused of defrauding 12 people of Rs 1.78 crore through a bogus share market scheme.

Bomb Thrown at Kerala Student Activist's House After Minister's Injury

Bomb Thrown at Kerala Student Activist's House After Minister's Injury

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Unidentified individuals attacked the residence of a KSU activist in Kerala with an explosive device, following his arrest related to a protest where the Health Minister was allegedly injured.

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A newly married man was killed in a suspected honor killing by his wife's brothers in Dwarapudi village, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. The attack occurred after the couple's wedding, reportedly due to the wife's brothers' disapproval of the marriage.

Police Freeze Assets in Cough Syrup Trafficking Case

Police Freeze Assets in Cough Syrup Trafficking Case

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Kanpur police have frozen assets worth Rs 9.5 crore, including properties, vehicles, and bank accounts, as part of an investigation into an interstate racket involved in trafficking codeine-based cough syrups.

Bomb Thrown at Kerala Student Activist's House After Minister Protest

Bomb Thrown at Kerala Student Activist's House After Minister Protest

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Unidentified individuals attacked the residence of a KSU activist in Kerala with an explosive device, following his arrest related to a protest where the Health Minister was allegedly injured.

Court Acquits Man in 2016 Robbery Case

Court Acquits Man in 2016 Robbery Case

Rediff.com23 hours ago

A Delhi court acquitted a man in a 2016 robbery case, citing the complainant's failure to identify him during a test identification parade (TIP) as creating 'serious doubt' about his involvement.

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Andhra Pradesh: Man Killed in Suspected Honor Killing

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A newly married man was killed in a suspected honor killing by his wife's brothers in Dwarapudi village, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. The attack occurred after the couple's wedding, which was not approved by the woman's family.

Khair Smugglers Try to Crush Forest Team in Bilaspur

Khair Smugglers Try to Crush Forest Team in Bilaspur

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A group of khair smugglers in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, attempted to crush a forest department team after being intercepted. The smugglers were arrested and a case has been registered against them.

After SC jolt, Trump signs order for global 10% tariff on all countries

After SC jolt, Trump signs order for global 10% tariff on all countries

Rediff.com6 days ago

The official also advised all the trade partners to abide by the trade deals. The new 10 percent global tariff is part of Trump's protectionist trade agenda, aimed at addressing balance-of-payments issues and unfair trade practices.

MP Student Delivers Baby During Class 10 Exam; POCSO Act Invoked

MP Student Delivers Baby During Class 10 Exam; POCSO Act Invoked

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A 17-year-old student gave birth to a premature baby boy in a school washroom during a Class 10 board examination in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district, leading to a police investigation under the POCSO Act.

Cloth Shop Owner Arrested in Jalna, Swords Seized

Cloth Shop Owner Arrested in Jalna, Swords Seized

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Police in Jalna, Maharashtra, seized 21 swords from a cloth shop and arrested the owner, Manish Nilhani, for possessing the weapons. An investigation is underway to determine the source and intended use of the swords.

Security Forces Search After Suspected Drone Activity in Poonch

Security Forces Search After Suspected Drone Activity in Poonch

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Security forces launched a search operation in the Gulpur belt of Poonch district after a suspected drone movement was detected along the Line of Control (LoC).

Punjab Police Nab Two with Illegal Weapons; Pakistan Link Suspected

Punjab Police Nab Two with Illegal Weapons; Pakistan Link Suspected

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Moga police arrested two individuals and recovered illegal weapons from their possession. Preliminary investigation suggests a possible link to a Pakistan-based handler.

Shankaracharya Alleges Conspiracy Behind Sexual Abuse Charges

Shankaracharya Alleges Conspiracy Behind Sexual Abuse Charges

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati claims the sexual abuse case against him is a conspiracy to defame him and suppress discussion of the Epstein files in India.

Couple Nabbed for Selling Same Flat Multiple Times

Couple Nabbed for Selling Same Flat Multiple Times

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A couple has been arrested in Greater Noida for allegedly defrauding multiple people by selling the same flat multiple times after mortgaging it to a bank.

Chandigarh Schools Receive Bomb Threat Emails

Chandigarh Schools Receive Bomb Threat Emails

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Two private schools in Chandigarh received bomb threat emails, leading to security checks and heightened alert. Similar threats have recently targeted schools and government buildings in the region, all of which have been hoaxes.

Body of Unidentified Man Recovered from River in Nanded

Body of Unidentified Man Recovered from River in Nanded

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Police in Nanded are investigating after the body of an unidentified man was found in a river in Ardhapur tehsil. The body was discovered floating near Degao village and is believed to be of a man in his 40s. Authorities are working to identify the deceased and determine the cause of death.

Ranchi Student Found Dead in Hostel Room

Ranchi Student Found Dead in Hostel Room

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A 20-year-old B.Com student was found dead in her hostel room in Ranchi, with police investigating the possibility of suicide.

Men threaten judge after sentencing in UP murder case

Men threaten judge after sentencing in UP murder case

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Two men allegedly threatened a judge in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, after being sentenced to life imprisonment for a murder conviction. Security for the judge has been enhanced following the threat.

Missing Girl Found Dead in Odisha's Angul District

Missing Girl Found Dead in Odisha's Angul District

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A 12-year-old girl who had been missing for two days was found dead in Odisha's Angul district. Police are investigating the cause of death.

ED wants speedy trial against P Chidambaram in PMLA cases

ED wants speedy trial against P Chidambaram in PMLA cases

Rediff.com22 hours ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is seeking an expedited trial against Congress leader P Chidambaram in the Aircel-Maxis and INX Media money laundering cases, having submitted the required prosecution sanction to the court.

Man Killed in Palghar Over WhatsApp DP Argument

Man Killed in Palghar Over WhatsApp DP Argument

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A 24-year-old man was stabbed to death in Palghar district following a dispute over a WhatsApp display picture.

Indian Shuttler Ruparelia Advances at Dutch Junior International

Indian Shuttler Ruparelia Advances at Dutch Junior International

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Indian shuttler Dev Ruparelia progressed to the round of 32 after defeating Pranit Somani at the Dutch Junior International. Other Indian players, including Samuel Tamang and Durga Esha Kandrapu, also advanced.

Swami Avimukteshwaranand files counter-case against accuser under POCSO Act

Swami Avimukteshwaranand files counter-case against accuser under POCSO Act

Rediff.com1 days ago

Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, accused of sexual abuse, has filed a case against his accuser under the POCSO Act, claiming the law allows action against false accusations. He has also sought anticipatory bail from the Allahabad High Court.

Three Die in Aurangabad Road Accident

Three Die in Aurangabad Road Accident

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Three people died and seven were injured in a head-on collision between an SUV and a truck in Aurangabad district, Bihar. The SUV was carrying ten people returning from a wedding.

Srikanth crashes out of German Open

Srikanth crashes out of German Open

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Kidambi Srikanth's campaign at the German Open Super 300 tournament ended after a straight-game defeat to Lin Chun-Yi in the second round.

Gukesh targets first success of year at Prague Chess Festival

Gukesh targets first success of year at Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com3 days ago

World champion D Gukesh aims for a strong performance at the Prague International Chess festival after an early World Cup exit and underwhelming Tata Steel Masters showing.

History-Sheeter Detained Under MPDA Act in Latur

History-Sheeter Detained Under MPDA Act in Latur

Rediff.com21 hours ago

A history-sheeter with 15 cases against him has been detained under the Maharashtra Prevention of Dangerous Activities (MPDA) Act for one year in Latur.