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Madhya Pradesh Firecracker Factory Raid Leads to Arrests, NSA Booking

Madhya Pradesh Firecracker Factory Raid Leads to Arrests, NSA Booking

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

An illegal firecracker factory was discovered in Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, leading to arrests and the booking of the operator under the National Security Act.

Kerala Government Plans Official Reception for T20 World Cup Hero Sanju Samson

Kerala Government Plans Official Reception for T20 World Cup Hero Sanju Samson

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Kerala government will host an official reception for cricketer Sanju Samson to celebrate his pivotal role in India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory.

'Going By The BJP's Style, A Surprise Can't Be Ruled Out'

'Going By The BJP's Style, A Surprise Can't Be Ruled Out'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

'The BJP is keeping its options open and that the final decision is still tightly held.' 'That is consistent with the party's tendency to preserve suspense, avoid premature factional conflict, and use leadership selection as a way of resetting internal hierarchies.'

NVIDIA CEO: AI Driving Trillion-Dollar Infrastructure Boom and Blue-Collar Job Creation

NVIDIA CEO: AI Driving Trillion-Dollar Infrastructure Boom and Blue-Collar Job Creation

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang argues that Artificial Intelligence is driving the largest infrastructure buildout in human history, requiring trillions of dollars in investment and creating significant demand for skilled blue-collar labour.

Kerala to Honour Sanju Samson After T20 World Cup Heroics

Kerala to Honour Sanju Samson After T20 World Cup Heroics

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Kerala government will host an official reception for cricketer Sanju Samson to celebrate his pivotal role in India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory.

Maoist Surrenders Signal Insurgency's Endgame

Maoist Surrenders Signal Insurgency's Endgame

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

As the March 31 deadline arrives, a wave of Maoist surrenders suggests insurgency's end, but political and social concerns remain.

West Asia crisis: Modi asks Indians to 'be ready for every eventuality'

West Asia crisis: Modi asks Indians to 'be ready for every eventuality'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the Rajya Sabha, detailing India's strategies to navigate the global energy crisis sparked by the West Asia conflict, including securing diverse energy sources and expanding strategic oil reserves.

Minor Brothers Arrested for Stabbing in Delhi After Confrontation Over Slapping Incident

Minor Brothers Arrested for Stabbing in Delhi After Confrontation Over Slapping Incident

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two minor brothers for allegedly stabbing two men in Jahangirpuri after a confrontation over the boys slapping one of the victim's sons.

Is AI Really Boosting India's Economy?

Is AI Really Boosting India's Economy?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

'The real risk is not that AI will fail to transform India's economy.'
'The risk is that it already is -- while our measurement systems continue to look the other way,' observes Nishant Sahdev, a theoretical physicist at the University of North Carolina.

Nagpur explosives unit blast: Minister points to safety lapses; MD held

Nagpur explosives unit blast: Minister points to safety lapses; MD held

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A senior Maharashtra minister has alleged negligence on the part of SBL Energy Ltd following a fatal explosion at its Nagpur detonator-making unit that killed 19 workers. The government has promised compensation and a thorough investigation into safety lapses.

Argentina Steps Up LPG Supply To India

Argentina Steps Up LPG Supply To India

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Argentina has significantly increased its LPG exports to India to help mitigate shortages caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. This partnership is becoming increasingly important for India's energy security.

'Will double-check migrant workers': TN body after terror suspects' arrest

'Will double-check migrant workers': TN body after terror suspects' arrest

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

He said that TEA will also conduct a meeting to raise awareness among exporters and domestic manufacturers to verify the identity of workers.

Gurugram Inmate Serving Life Sentence Dies in Jail; Drug Overdose Suspected

Gurugram Inmate Serving Life Sentence Dies in Jail; Drug Overdose Suspected

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A 35-year-old convict serving a life sentence for rape died in Bhondsi Jail, Gurugram. Police suspect a drug overdose or heart attack as the cause of death, pending a post-mortem examination and magisterial inquiry.

Delhi Man Arrested for Murder in Revenge Attack Over Old Dispute

Delhi Man Arrested for Murder in Revenge Attack Over Old Dispute

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 20-year-old man for allegedly murdering a man as revenge for an old dispute involving an associate. The accused confessed to the crime, revealing he and others ambushed the victim.

Nagpur Factory Blast: Negligence Suspected, Minister Says

Nagpur Factory Blast: Negligence Suspected, Minister Says

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Maharashtra minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule suspects negligence and safety lapses at SBL Energy Limited in Nagpur, where a blast killed 19. An investigation is underway to determine accountability.

Delhi CM Unveils Projects to Enhance Drainage, Road Connectivity

Delhi CM Unveils Projects to Enhance Drainage, Road Connectivity

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Delhi Chief Minister inaugurated infrastructure projects focused on improving drainage, road connectivity, and traffic flow in Delhi, including stormwater drain remodelling, road construction, and a new healthcare facility.

Iran Ceasefire: Pakistan Was Reading From Washington's Script

Iran Ceasefire: Pakistan Was Reading From Washington's Script

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

By all available indications, the White House drafted a face-saving note and handed it, ready-made, to Islamabad. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was supposed to then post it in the guise of a plea urging Trump to extend the deadline by two weeks 'to allow diplomacy to run its course'. Trump would then graciously accept Pakistan's 'request' and declare a ceasefire. Sharif dutifully posted the message on X. Except that he, or whoever was handling the account, forgot to delete the tell-tale first line visible in the edit history: 'Draft - Pakistan's PM Message on X'. Prem Panicker's must read blog on the Iran War.

Remittances from West Asia see 20-30% jump in March due to conflict

Remittances from West Asia see 20-30% jump in March due to conflict

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Remittances from West Asia in March rose sharply amid the conflict in the region, with industry insiders estimating inflows to be 20-30 per cent higher than what is usual in a month.

'Mother waited for him': Groom-to-be among 2 killed in Delhi bus crash

'Mother waited for him': Groom-to-be among 2 killed in Delhi bus crash

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A late-night bus accident in Delhi, allegedly caused by reckless driving, resulted in two fatalities and numerous injuries, raising concerns about road safety and driver negligence.

Delhi Authorities Demolish Encroaching Structure Linked to Uttam Nagar Case

Delhi Authorities Demolish Encroaching Structure Linked to Uttam Nagar Case

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) demolished a portion of a house belonging to the family of an accused in the Uttam Nagar killing, citing encroachment on a drain. The demolition is part of an ongoing anti-encroachment drive in the area.

Maharashtra Announces 'Come Early, Go Early' Initiative for Women Government Staff

Maharashtra Announces 'Come Early, Go Early' Initiative for Women Government Staff

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The Maharashtra government has announced a flexible work time initiative for women state government employees working in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The 'Come Early, Go Early' initiative will allow women employees flexible reporting times and earlier departure times.

Dehradun Police Solve Sack Murder Case, Arrest Husband

Dehradun Police Solve Sack Murder Case, Arrest Husband

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Uttarakhand Police have arrested a man for the murder of his wife, whose body was found in a sack in a Dehradun forest. The investigation revealed the husband was living with another woman and had a motive for the crime.

Two More Stranded Odisha Workers Return from Thailand

Two More Stranded Odisha Workers Return from Thailand

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Two more workers from Odisha who were stranded in Thailand have returned home after the state government intervened. This follows the return of four other workers last week. The workers had faced hardships including non-payment of wages.

US tariff shock to hit Bengal's labour-intensive industries

US tariff shock to hit Bengal's labour-intensive industries

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

The additional 25 per cent tariff imposed by US President Donald Trump on India is set to deliver a major blow to West Bengal's export-driven economy, with the state's labour-intensive leather, engineering and marine sectors expecting losses ahead of the festive season, stakeholders said. The increased levies on Indian products for the country's purchases of Russian oil came into effect on Wednesday, bringing the total amount of tariff imposed on New Delhi to 50 per cent.

Delhi Police Nab Fugitive Accused of Killing Daughter in Jammu

Delhi Police Nab Fugitive Accused of Killing Daughter in Jammu

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A man accused of killing his 10-year-old daughter in Jammu in 2016, due to suspicions about her paternity, has been arrested in southeast Delhi after being on the run for several years.

'Bihar Supplies Labour To The World...'

'Bihar Supplies Labour To The World...'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'...yet struggles to convert that human capital into domestic productivity.'

Speeding Car Crash Claims Four Lives in Katni District

Speeding Car Crash Claims Four Lives in Katni District

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Four people were killed and five others seriously injured in a collision between a car and a motorcycle in the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh. The accident occurred on the Jagatpur-Umaria road, resulting in a traffic jam and chaos.

NCP Leader Faces Charges After Student Suicide in Nanded

NCP Leader Faces Charges After Student Suicide in Nanded

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A 25-year-old student in Nanded, Maharashtra, died by suicide, prompting police to book a local NCP leader for alleged abetment. The student's father claims the hostel owner repeatedly pressured her over unpaid fees.

Car Used in Rs 3 Crore Punjab Robbery Found Abandoned

Car Used in Rs 3 Crore Punjab Robbery Found Abandoned

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A car allegedly used by robbers who stole cash and jewellery worth over Rs 3 crore in Gurdaspur, Punjab, has been found abandoned near Tanda in Hoshiarpur. Police are investigating the vehicle for clues.

Trade union strike sees mixed response; normal life unaffected

Trade union strike sees mixed response; normal life unaffected

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

A nationwide strike called by central trade unions saw a mixed response across India, impacting various sectors and states differently, with some areas experiencing disruptions while others remained largely unaffected.

Why Ramzan Felt Different This Year

Why Ramzan Felt Different This Year

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

During this Ramzan, another religious practice was turned into an offence: Breaking the fast, or iftar.

UN Emphasises Gender Equality as Key to India's Development Goals

UN Emphasises Gender Equality as Key to India's Development Goals

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A top UN official has emphasised the critical role of women in India's development, highlighting that gender equality should be viewed as both a human right and a key factor in development effectiveness.

Delhi Man Murders Young Cousin to 'Teach Lesson' to Boy's Mother

Delhi Man Murders Young Cousin to 'Teach Lesson' to Boy's Mother

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A 22-year-old man in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 5-year-old cousin to 'teach the boy's mother a lesson' due to frequent disputes with her husband.

AI can help India achieve Viksit Bharat goal, but poses high risk to jobs: IMF chief

AI can help India achieve Viksit Bharat goal, but poses high risk to jobs: IMF chief

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva discusses the potential of artificial intelligence to boost global growth, particularly in India, while also addressing the significant risks of job displacement and financial instability.

Delhi: Boy Found Dead, Family Alleges Mother's Involvement

Delhi: Boy Found Dead, Family Alleges Mother's Involvement

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The body of a six-year-old boy was discovered in an under-construction building in Delhi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, with the family suspecting the mother's involvement due to an alleged extramarital affair.

Khaleda Zia laid to rest with state honour amid tight security

Khaleda Zia laid to rest with state honour amid tight security

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Funeral prayers were held for Bangladesh's former prime minister Khaleda Zia amid tight security. Millions joined the namaz-e-janaza of Zia, a three-time Prime Minister and political icon of Bangladesh.

Republican push to end H-1B visas sparks fresh immigration row

Republican push to end H-1B visas sparks fresh immigration row

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

US Representative Greg Steube, a Republican from Florida, introduced the 'Ending Exploitative Imported Labour Exemptions Act or EXILE Act', a bill that would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act by ending the H-1B visa programme.

Man Held for Allegedly Killing Family Over Gambling Debt

Man Held for Allegedly Killing Family Over Gambling Debt

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A 30-year-old man, allegedly burdened by gambling debts, has been arrested for the murder of his wife and three young daughters in Delhi. He was apprehended in Rajasthan and confessed to the crime, citing financial pressure as the motive.

Woman Delivers Baby at Hospital Gate After Ambulance Driver Leaves Her

Woman Delivers Baby at Hospital Gate After Ambulance Driver Leaves Her

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

A 28-year-old woman delivered a baby girl at the main gate of a Raisen district hospital after a Janani Express ambulance driver allegedly left her outside. Hospital staff assisted the woman and her newborn, and the hospital is investigating the incident.

19 US states sue Trump admin over new fee on H-1B visas

19 US states sue Trump admin over new fee on H-1B visas

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Nineteen United States states have sued the Trump administration over its 'unlawful' decision to impose a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions, warning that the move will worsen labour shortages in key sectors such as health care, education and technology.