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Mephedrone Drug Manufacturing Unit Exposed in UP, Two Arrested

Mephedrone Drug Manufacturing Unit Exposed in UP, Two Arrested

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has dismantled a mephedrone manufacturing unit in Uttar Pradesh's Ambedkar Nagar district, arresting two individuals and seizing significant quantities of drugs and precursor chemicals.

IIT Delhi Uses Comic Book to Explain Materials Science

IIT Delhi Uses Comic Book to Explain Materials Science

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, has launched a comic-style brochure featuring Professor Padarth to make materials engineering more accessible and engaging for students and the general public.

Odisha Secures Hosting Rights for 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships

Odisha Secures Hosting Rights for 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships

Rediff.com1 days ago

Odisha, India, will host the World Athletics Indoor Championships in 2028, marking a significant milestone for the state and the nation in becoming a global sporting hub.

Delhi Police Arrest 40 in Rohini Crime Crackdown

Delhi Police Arrest 40 in Rohini Crime Crackdown

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Delhi Police arrested 40 people and apprehended a juvenile in Rohini during an overnight drive targeting organised and street crime, seizing illegal arms, narcotics, and illicit liquor.

Engineer Arrested for Alleged Illegal Arms Supply in Bengaluru

Engineer Arrested for Alleged Illegal Arms Supply in Bengaluru

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 34-year-old civil engineer from Bhopal has been arrested in connection with an illegal arms supply racket in Bengaluru. Police seized pistols, revolver parts, and live rounds from the suspect, who allegedly supplied weapons to individuals in the city.

Bengaluru: Man on the Run After Allegedly Killing Wife in Domestic Dispute

Bengaluru: Man on the Run After Allegedly Killing Wife in Domestic Dispute

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 45-year-old woman in Bengaluru was allegedly murdered by her husband following a domestic dispute. Police have launched a manhunt for the accused, who fled the scene after the incident.

Kazakhstan Hockey Team Sharpen Skills in India for Asian Games

Kazakhstan Hockey Team Sharpen Skills in India for Asian Games

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Kazakhstan senior men's hockey team is currently in India for a high-performance training camp at the Sports Authority of India's Northern Regional Centre, Sonipat, Haryana, from March 10 to 21 as part of its preparations for the upcoming Asian Games Qualifiers.

Sekulic Defeats Singh to Win Central Excise & CGST - ITF M25 Kolkata

Sekulic Defeats Singh to Win Central Excise & CGST - ITF M25 Kolkata

Rediff.com6 days ago

Australian Philip Sekulic defeated India's Karan Singh in straight sets to win the men's singles title in the Central Excise & CGST - ITF M25 Kolkata.

Key Member of Dhingra Gang Arrested in Delhi

Key Member of Dhingra Gang Arrested in Delhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested Javed alias Kallu Dada, a 29-year-old member of the Sheikh Firoz alias Saiful alias Dhingra gang, who was wanted in connection with an armed assault case in Jahangir Puri.

Congress Slams Maharashtra Government Over Sangamner Acid Attack Case

Congress Slams Maharashtra Government Over Sangamner Acid Attack Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Congress party has criticised the Maharashtra government in the legislative assembly following an alleged acid attack on a Class 6 girl student in Sangamner, raising concerns about law and order in the state.

Indian Pickleball Association Sanctions Hyderabad Open as PWR 1000 Event

Indian Pickleball Association Sanctions Hyderabad Open as PWR 1000 Event

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Indian Pickleball Association has sanctioned the fourth edition of the Indian Open, to be held in Hyderabad, as a PWR 1000 event, marking a significant step for the sport in India.

PMK Leader Criticises DMK Government Over Tamil Nadu Law and Order

PMK Leader Criticises DMK Government Over Tamil Nadu Law and Order

Rediff.com1 days ago

PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has criticised the DMK government over the law and order situation in Tamil Nadu, citing the Tuticorin rape and murder case and other incidents as evidence of police failure to monitor and prevent crimes.

Khargone Trader Targeted in Extortion Attempt, Bishnoi Gang Link Investigated

Khargone Trader Targeted in Extortion Attempt, Bishnoi Gang Link Investigated

Rediff.com2 days ago

A trader in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh, was targeted in a firing incident at his house, followed by a Rs 10 crore extortion demand. A social media post claimed links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, prompting a police investigation.

Russian air defences repel large-scale Ukrainian drone assault on Moscow

Russian air defences repel large-scale Ukrainian drone assault on Moscow

Rediff.com5 days ago

Russian air defences reportedly intercepted and destroyed 250 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow over the weekend, according to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin. The drone attack led to temporary curtailment of operations at major airports in the capital.

Thane Hospital Found Running Unauthorised IVF Centre; Probe Ordered

Thane Hospital Found Running Unauthorised IVF Centre; Probe Ordered

Rediff.com3 days ago

A hospital in Thane, India, has been found operating an unauthorised IVF centre, leading to its closure and a city-wide inspection of all IVF and sonography facilities.

Mob Violence Erupts in Muzaffarpur: One Dead, Several Police Injured

Mob Violence Erupts in Muzaffarpur: One Dead, Several Police Injured

Rediff.com4 days ago

A villager died and several police officers were injured after a mob attacked a police team in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, who were attempting to arrest a wanted man.

Thane Court Acquits Two in Shepherd Murder Case Citing Insufficient Evidence

Thane Court Acquits Two in Shepherd Murder Case Citing Insufficient Evidence

Rediff.com4 days ago

A court in Thane, Maharashtra, acquitted two men accused of murdering a shepherd due to lack of evidence and a key witness recanting their statement.

Mumbai Teen Inaara Mehta Luthria Tops FEI Zone 9 in Dressage

Mumbai Teen Inaara Mehta Luthria Tops FEI Zone 9 in Dressage

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mumbai's Inaara Mehta Luthria, a 15-year-old rider, has achieved top national and international rankings in dressage, including the No. 1 spot in FEI Zone 9 and a sixth-place world ranking in the FEI World Dressage Challenge.

Sikkim Man Accused of Cheating Woman with False Marriage Promise

Sikkim Man Accused of Cheating Woman with False Marriage Promise

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A 44-year-old man in Sikkim has been booked by police for allegedly defrauding a woman under the guise of marriage. The woman claims the man took money and concealed a prior relationship, leading to significant financial and emotional distress.

Patiala Authorities Seize 45 LPG Cylinders in Misuse Crackdown

Patiala Authorities Seize 45 LPG Cylinders in Misuse Crackdown

Rediff.com4 days ago

Authorities in Patiala, India, seized 45 domestic LPG cylinders from eateries, restaurants, and hotels during a special drive to check the misuse of cooking gas cylinders.

India Advances to Hockey World Cup Despite Final Loss to England

India Advances to Hockey World Cup Despite Final Loss to England

Rediff.com7 days ago

India lost to England in the final of the FIH Women's Hockey World Qualifier but still secured a spot in the World Cup, co-hosted by the Netherlands and Belgium.

Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah Exit Orleans Masters in Semifinals

Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah Exit Orleans Masters in Semifinals

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Indian shuttlers Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah were defeated in the women's singles semifinals of the Orleans Masters Super 300 badminton tournament.

Bidar Police Crack Down on LPG Black Market Ring, Arrest Four

Bidar Police Crack Down on LPG Black Market Ring, Arrest Four

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Bidar, Karnataka, have arrested four individuals and seized 105 LPG cylinders in connection with the alleged black marketing of cooking gas.

Jammu and Udhampur Police Crack Down on Drug Trafficking, Arresting Five

Jammu and Udhampur Police Crack Down on Drug Trafficking, Arresting Five

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Udhampur and Jammu districts arrested five suspected drug peddlers and seized heroin in separate operations. The accused have been booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.

T20 World Cup: Did Hardik Pandya Disrespect the National Flag?

T20 World Cup: Did Hardik Pandya Disrespect the National Flag?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A complaint has been filed against Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya for allegedly disrespecting the national flag during T20 World Cup celebrations. The complaint alleges inappropriate behaviour with the flag while celebrating with his girlfriend.

West Bengal Parties React to Election Commission's Official Transfers

West Bengal Parties React to Election Commission's Official Transfers

Rediff.com5 days ago

Political parties in West Bengal react to the Election Commission's reshuffle of senior administrative and police officials ahead of upcoming elections, with TMC criticising the move and BJP and CPI(M) welcoming it.

Delhi Police Cracks Down on Social Media Rumours in Uttam Nagar Murder Case

Delhi Police Cracks Down on Social Media Rumours in Uttam Nagar Murder Case

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Delhi Police has initiated legal action against social media accounts spreading rumours and misleading content related to the Uttam Nagar murder case, including a viral video seeking financial donations. Authorities have frozen a suspect bank account containing nearly Rs 37 lakh and are working with social media platforms to remove inflammatory content.

Odisha Rice Van Accident: Two Dead, Several Injured

Odisha Rice Van Accident: Two Dead, Several Injured

Rediff.com6 days ago

A rice-laden van overturned in Odisha's Rayagada district, resulting in two fatalities and seven serious injuries. The accident occurred near Kachapaju village, and investigations are underway.

Elderly Woman Murdered Over Witchcraft Allegations in Birbhum

Elderly Woman Murdered Over Witchcraft Allegations in Birbhum

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 70-year-old tribal woman was allegedly murdered in West Bengal's Birbhum district after being accused of witchcraft. Police have arrested five people in connection with the crime.

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Illegal Call Centre Operations in West Bengal

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Illegal Call Centre Operations in West Bengal

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in West Bengal as part of an investigation into the operations of an alleged illegal call centre.

Pune Gas Agency Under Scrutiny for Illegally Stocking LPG Cylinders Amid Shortage Fears

Pune Gas Agency Under Scrutiny for Illegally Stocking LPG Cylinders Amid Shortage Fears

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A gas agency in Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune, is under investigation after authorities discovered 57 illegally stocked LPG cylinders, amidst concerns about potential shortages due to the West Asia crisis.

Bengaluru Teacher Faces Charges for Allegedly Hitting Student

Bengaluru Teacher Faces Charges for Allegedly Hitting Student

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A school teacher in Bengaluru has been booked for allegedly assaulting a class two student for failing to answer a maths question. The incident occurred at a private school, and the parent filed a complaint with the police. The teacher has been called in for questioning and has apologised to the parents.

Faridabad Police Nab Two in BJP Leader's Office Shooting and Extortion Case

Faridabad Police Nab Two in BJP Leader's Office Shooting and Extortion Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

Faridabad Police arrested two men, including a student, after a shootout for allegedly firing at a BJP leader's office and demanding extortion money.

Man Arrested for Killing Father with Axe in Palghar District

Man Arrested for Killing Father with Axe in Palghar District

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A 22-year-old man has been arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, for allegedly killing his father with an axe after claiming he was fed up with frequent harassment.

Uttarakhand Man Drowns in Maharashtra Lake

Uttarakhand Man Drowns in Maharashtra Lake

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

A 23-year-old man from Uttarakhand drowned in Ravanwadi lake in Bhandara district after a boating accident.

Distressed Man Found Dead in Beed Sugarcane Field; Suicide Suspected

Distressed Man Found Dead in Beed Sugarcane Field; Suicide Suspected

Rediff.com6 days ago

The charred remains of a 60-year-old man were discovered in a sugarcane field in Beed, Maharashtra. Police suspect suicide due to the man's illness and mental distress.

Pakistan: Karachi Hit by Deadly Rainstorms, Leaving 19 Dead

Pakistan: Karachi Hit by Deadly Rainstorms, Leaving 19 Dead

Rediff.com3 days ago

At least 19 people have died in Karachi, Pakistan, due to severe rainstorms, thunderstorms, and strong winds, causing building collapses and electrocution.

ATS Investigates Fake Religious Trust Receiving Funds from Abroad

ATS Investigates Fake Religious Trust Receiving Funds from Abroad

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) is investigating a bogus religious trust in Beed that received funds from a controversial international organisation, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced.

Diksha Dagar Makes Strong Start at Australian WPGA Championships

Diksha Dagar Makes Strong Start at Australian WPGA Championships

Rediff.com2 days ago

Diksha Dagar carded a 4-under 67 to be placed Tied-8th after the first round of the Australian WPGA Championships. Kelsey Macdonald leads the field after setting a new course record.

Haryana Irrigation Officials Sentenced in Corruption Case

Haryana Irrigation Officials Sentenced in Corruption Case

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A Gurugram court has sentenced an irrigation department executive engineer and a computer operator to four years' imprisonment each in a corruption case registered by the Anti-Corruption Bureau in December 2022.