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PM Modi has our full support: US State Department

PM Modi has our full support: US State Department

Rediff.com2 May 2025

The United States stands strong with India against terrorism and Prime Minister Narendra Modi 'has our full support', the State Department said underlining that Secretary of State Marco Rubio urges India and Pakistan to work towards a responsible resolution that maintains long-term peace and regional stability in South Asia.

Excise Department Busts Liquor Smuggling Racket in Palghar, Three Arrested

Excise Department Busts Liquor Smuggling Racket in Palghar, Three Arrested

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The Maharashtra excise department seized Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) worth Rs 11.39 lakh in Palghar district, leading to the arrest of three persons. Three vehicles worth Rs 21 lakh were also seized in the operations.

Jharkhand Health Department Investigates Hospital Over Newborn's Body Transport

Jharkhand Health Department Investigates Hospital Over Newborn's Body Transport

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Jharkhand health department has launched an investigation into allegations that a hospital in Chakradharpur failed to provide an ambulance to a parent to transport his dead newborn, forcing him to carry the body in a box.

Delhi Drug Department Seizes Insulin Stocks Over Storage Violations

Delhi Drug Department Seizes Insulin Stocks Over Storage Violations

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Delhi Drugs Control Department seized insulin stocks worth over Rs 20 lakh from wholesale drug firms for allegedly violating storage and regulatory norms.

Inter-state Liquor Racket Busted in Thane, Maharashtra: Rs 32 Lakh Seized

Inter-state Liquor Racket Busted in Thane, Maharashtra: Rs 32 Lakh Seized

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The Maharashtra Excise Department dismantled a major inter-state illicit liquor racket operating in Thane district, seizing contraband valued at Rs 32 lakh after conducting multiple raids.

US pulls non-essential staff from consulates in Pakistan

US pulls non-essential staff from consulates in Pakistan

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The United States has ordered the withdrawal of non-emergency staff from its consulates in Karachi and Lahore, Pakistan, citing security concerns amid regional tensions and protests.

Guess Which State's Sweepers Earn Rs 2 Lakh Salary?

Guess Which State's Sweepers Earn Rs 2 Lakh Salary?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Telangana government's salary structure reveals surprising figures, with senior sweepers earning up to 2 lakh and chief engineers drawing 7 lakh monthly.

SC Orders States to Develop Protocol for Open Prisons

SC Orders States to Develop Protocol for Open Prisons

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed all states and Union territories in India to develop a time-bound protocol for improving the functioning of open prisons, ensuring they serve as effective institutions for reformation and rehabilitation.

US urges citizens to leave 12 Middle East nations; 6 American troops killed

US urges citizens to leave 12 Middle East nations; 6 American troops killed

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged its citizens to immediately depart from several Middle Eastern countries, citing "serious safety risks."

Noida techie death: Irrigation department raised flag in 2023

Noida techie death: Irrigation department raised flag in 2023

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

A software engineer's death in Noida after his car plunged into a water-filled pit has sparked allegations of negligence against local authorities. An Irrigation Department letter warning about the need for head regulators to manage water accumulation in the area was allegedly ignored.

Nitish distributes new departments, retains civil aviation

Nitish distributes new departments, retains civil aviation

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has allocated portfolios of newly created departments among ministers, keeping Civil Aviation with himself, an official notification said.

How the Middle East crisis has affected sporting events and athletes

How the Middle East crisis has affected sporting events and athletes

Rediff.com3 days ago

The escalating conflict involving the U.S. and Israel with Iran has led to widespread disruption in the world of sports, with events postponed, travel plans thrown into chaos, and athletes seeking asylum.

Ajit Pawar's death: Maharashtra announces 3-day state mourning

Ajit Pawar's death: Maharashtra announces 3-day state mourning

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Ajit Pawar, 66, and four other persons were killed after an aircraft carrying them crashed in Maharashtra's Pune district on Wednesday morning

Gangsters Hold Mexico To Ransom After El Mencho's Death

Gangsters Hold Mexico To Ransom After El Mencho's Death

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Mexico experienced unprecedented cartel violence following the reported death of drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', in a military operation in Jalisco.

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.com1 days ago

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.

Tiger Attack Claims Life Near Maharashtra Tiger Reserve

Tiger Attack Claims Life Near Maharashtra Tiger Reserve

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 48-year-old man was killed by a tiger in the buffer zone of the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) in Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, while collecting firewood.

Six Terrorists Neutralised in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province

Six Terrorists Neutralised in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province

Rediff.com19 hours ago

The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of Pakistan police killed six terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

'El Mencho', Mexico's most wanted drug lord killed in military raid

'El Mencho', Mexico's most wanted drug lord killed in military raid

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Mexico is facing widespread violence and travel advisories after the death of drug lord 'El Mencho,' the notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, during a military operation.

'I really don't care' if Iran play in World Cup': Trump

'I really don't care' if Iran play in World Cup': Trump

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Amid an escalating regional war, questions deepen over whether Iran's soccer team will compete at this year's FIFA World Cup to be jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.

US to pause visa for Russia, Iran among 75 countries from Jan 21

US to pause visa for Russia, Iran among 75 countries from Jan 21

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The pause will begin on January 21 and will remain in effect indefinitely until the State Department completes a reassessment of visa processing, the report said.

Leopard Enters Rajasthan Town, Injures Elderly Woman

Leopard Enters Rajasthan Town, Injures Elderly Woman

Rediff.com2 days ago

A leopard entered a residential area in Sikar, Rajasthan, attacking and injuring a 65-year-old woman before being tranquillised by forest officials.

Iran hits American embassy in Riyadh, US pulls staff

Iran hits American embassy in Riyadh, US pulls staff

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

The US Embassy acknowledged the attack in a post on X, urging Americans to avoid the facility 'until further notice' and announcing that all appointments had been cancelled.

Bengal polls: CEC warns of action over law and order lapses

Bengal polls: CEC warns of action over law and order lapses

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Election Commission has warned against any lapses in maintaining law and order ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, questioning the absence of a Narcotics Advisory Committee in the state and directing strict monitoring of financial transactions.

Elephant Tramples Pregnant Woman to Death in Jharkhand Village

Elephant Tramples Pregnant Woman to Death in Jharkhand Village

Rediff.com1 days ago

A pregnant woman was trampled to death by a wild elephant in the Goilkera area of Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district. The incident occurred when the woman went outside her home after suspecting elephant movement nearby.

IDFC Bank Fraud Case: 11 Arrested in Haryana Government Funds Diversion Probe

IDFC Bank Fraud Case: 11 Arrested in Haryana Government Funds Diversion Probe

Rediff.com1 days ago

Haryana State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests 11 individuals, including bank employees and a government official, in connection with a fraud case involving IDFC First Bank and the illegal diversion of government funds.

40,000+ Government Posts Vacant in Jammu and Kashmir: What's Being Done?

40,000+ Government Posts Vacant in Jammu and Kashmir: What's Being Done?

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Jammu and Kashmir government is working to fill over 40,000 vacant posts across various departments, with a focus on health, education, and general administration.

Odisha Man Arrested for Arson in Similipal Wildlife Sanctuary

Odisha Man Arrested for Arson in Similipal Wildlife Sanctuary

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man has been arrested for allegedly setting fire inside the Similipal Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha, India.

Chhattisgarh Intensifies Fight Against Illegal Opium Cultivation After Recent Cases

Chhattisgarh Intensifies Fight Against Illegal Opium Cultivation After Recent Cases

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has ordered strict action against illegal opium farming after several cases surfaced in the state. The government has instructed departments to investigate and ensure stringent action against those involved.

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.

Never required permission to buy Russian oil: Officials

Never required permission to buy Russian oil: Officials

Rediff.com7 days ago

A senior government official asserts India's independence in purchasing Russian oil, stating that US sanctions waivers merely remove friction but do not dictate India's energy policy. The official highlights India's commitment to energy security and affordability for its citizens.

Chandigarh Police Probe 116 Crore Fraudulent Fixed Deposits

Chandigarh Police Probe 116 Crore Fraudulent Fixed Deposits

Rediff.com4 days ago

Chandigarh Police have launched an investigation into a fraud involving fake fixed deposit receipts (FDRs) worth 116.84 crore, allegedly issued by a private bank manager, impacting the Chandigarh municipal corporation's funds.

Bear Attack Claims Life in Chhattisgarh's Korba District

Bear Attack Claims Life in Chhattisgarh's Korba District

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A 26-year-old man was killed in a bear attack in Chhattisgarh's Korba district. The victim had gone to the forest to graze his goats and did not return home. The forest department has provided immediate relief to the family and urged villagers to be cautious.

Illegal Shop of BJP Leader's Brother Demolished in Chhattisgarh Opium Probe

Illegal Shop of BJP Leader's Brother Demolished in Chhattisgarh Opium Probe

Rediff.com3 days ago

Authorities in Chhattisgarh's Durg district demolished an illegally constructed shop belonging to the brother of a suspended BJP leader arrested in connection with opium cultivation.

US loses aircraft during Iran op, IRGC claims it was shot down

US loses aircraft during Iran op, IRGC claims it was shot down

Rediff.com1 days ago

Iran's state media cited the spokesperson for the Central Headquarters of Iran's military to claim that a United States military refuelling plane was shot down by a missile fired by resistance groups in western Iraq. The spokesperson further told Press TV that all six service members on board had been killed.

Tragedy in Gumla: Wild Elephant Kills Baby, Injures Mother

Tragedy in Gumla: Wild Elephant Kills Baby, Injures Mother

Rediff.com4 days ago

A five-month-old tribal girl was killed and her mother injured after a wild elephant attacked their home in Gumla district, Jharkhand, highlighting the ongoing human-wildlife conflict in the region.

Rajasthan Hospital Performs First AI-Powered Cochlear Implant

Rajasthan Hospital Performs First AI-Powered Cochlear Implant

Rediff.com6 days ago

A three-year-old girl in Rajasthan has received an artificial intelligence-based smart cochlear implant, marking a first for government hospitals in the state and offering new hope for treating hearing impairment.

Pak man with Iran ties convicted for plotting to kill Trump

Pak man with Iran ties convicted for plotting to kill Trump

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Pakistani man with ties to Iran has been convicted in a US court for plotting to assassinate former US President Donald Trump and other American politicians.

Pakistan Security Forces Neutralise TTP Terrorists in Punjab

Pakistan Security Forces Neutralise TTP Terrorists in Punjab

Rediff.com5 days ago

Pakistani security forces killed four Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in Punjab province, thwarting a planned attack on police checkpoints and government installations.

Bengaluru Police Detain Two Illegal Bangladeshi Residents During Verification Drive

Bengaluru Police Detain Two Illegal Bangladeshi Residents During Verification Drive

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two Bangladeshi nationals, including a minor, were detained in Bengaluru for residing illegally in the city following a police verification drive.

LPG crisis: Restaurants cut menu, increase prices

LPG crisis: Restaurants cut menu, increase prices

Rediff.com2 minutes ago

Indian eateries are adapting to the LPG crisis by cutting menus, increasing prices, and switching to alternative fuels like coal, as LPG supplies are disrupted due to global events. State authorities are cracking down on hoarding and black marketing of LPG cylinders.