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Outrage In Bhopal After Girl's Murder, Crowd Tries To Storm Police Station

Outrage In Bhopal After Girl's Murder, Crowd Tries To Storm Police Station

Rediff.com1 days ago

An angry crowd attempted to storm a police station in Bhopal on Saturday, demanding justice after a 12-year-old girl was found murdered in an abandoned building on Friday. Police have arrested a 23-year-old suspect and are awaiting the postmortem report to determine further details, including potential sexual assault.

Hammer Throwers Shine With New Records At U23 Athletics Meet

Hammer Throwers Shine With New Records At U23 Athletics Meet

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Nirbhay Choudhary and Haqikat Grewal set new meet records in hammer throw at the Indian Open U23 Athletics Competition in Jaipur. Other records were also broken in men's 400m hurdles and 10,000m track race on the concluding day of the three-day event.

Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins bullish on India, plans to expand chip design team

Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins bullish on India, plans to expand chip design team

Rediff.com4 days ago

Cisco Chairman and CEO Chuck Robbins announced plans to expand the company's silicon design team in India, citing the country's pro-growth strategy, scale, ambition, and engineering focus as key reasons for its strategic importance.

Maha students end 10-day stir as Tukaram Mundhe gets key role

Maha students end 10-day stir as Tukaram Mundhe gets key role

Rediff.com6 days ago

MPSC aspirants in Maharashtra have ended their 10-day protest after the state government formed a committee, led by ex-judge Dilip Bhosale and senior IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe, to investigate alleged irregularities, including paper leaks, within the recruitment body. Following this, MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar announced he has proceeded on leave until the inquiry is completed.

Goa Cricket Association refutes Rs 50 crore audit mismatch, blames previous committee

Goa Cricket Association refutes Rs 50 crore audit mismatch, blames previous committee

Rediff.com1 days ago

The current Managing Committee of the Goa Cricket Association (GCA) has rejected allegations of a Rs 50 crore accounting mismatch flagged by an audit report, asserting that the discrepancies occurred during the tenure of the previous committee.

Speeding Vehicle Kills Three Including MLA's Cousin In Mungeli

Speeding Vehicle Kills Three Including MLA's Cousin In Mungeli

Rediff.com3 days ago

Three men, including Adhin Das Mohle, cousin of BJP MLA Punnu Lal Mohle, were killed in Mungeli district on Thursday when a speeding mini goods vehicle ran over them during their morning walk. Police have registered a case and are searching for the unidentified driver.

Chacarra Triumphs At Delhi Golf Club

Chacarra Triumphs At Delhi Golf Club

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Spain's Eugenio Chacarra won the DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club by two shots, finishing 21-under 267. His victory, achieved despite a broken toe, showcased strategic course management and precise play. This win strengthens his bid for the Race to Dubai crown against top players like Patrick Reed and Rory McIlroy, marking another significant achievement in his career resurgence.

How A Mobile Technician Hacked A Phone To Steal Rs 2 Lakh

How A Mobile Technician Hacked A Phone To Steal Rs 2 Lakh

Rediff.com3 days ago

A mobile technician was arrested in Punjab for allegedly hacking a customer's phone using an APK file and fraudulently withdrawing nearly Rs 2 lakh from their bank account. The accused, identified as Rohit, was apprehended following a complaint lodged in Gurugram.

Ranji Trophy: Gill's return for Punjab, Mumbai without Jaiswal, Mhatre

Ranji Trophy: Gill's return for Punjab, Mumbai without Jaiswal, Mhatre

Rediff.com1 days ago

The second round of the Ranji Trophy will see India's Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill return to action for Punjab, while Mumbai will be without key players Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ayush Mhatre due to India A duties and injury, respectively, setting the stage for crucial encounters across the country.

Court Denies Bail To Nirav Modi Aide Sandeep Mistry In PNB Fraud

Court Denies Bail To Nirav Modi Aide Sandeep Mistry In PNB Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

A special CBI court in Mumbai denied bail to Sandeep Mistry, an associate of fugitive businessman Nirav Modi, in the multi-million-dollar Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam. The court cited Mistry's history of destroying evidence and his absconding for seven years as reasons for the denial, expressing concerns about securing his presence during the trial if released.

Kochi Woman Arrested For Allegedly Killing Husband Over Daughter's Harassment Claim

Kochi Woman Arrested For Allegedly Killing Husband Over Daughter's Harassment Claim

Rediff.com1 days ago

An Odisha-native woman has been taken into custody in Kochi for allegedly murdering her husband, Ajeeta Naik, and dumping his body near a railway track. The woman claims she attacked Naik after he allegedly attempted to sexually harass her 16-year-old daughter. Police are investigating the incident, including potential charges under the POCSO Act.

Tata Trusts plans 40-50 not-for-profit hospitals, disbursed Rs 1,556 crore in FY26

Tata Trusts plans 40-50 not-for-profit hospitals, disbursed Rs 1,556 crore in FY26

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Tata Trusts, India's largest philanthropic group, disbursed Rs 1,556.31 crore in the year to March 2026 and announced plans to establish a network of 40 to 50 not-for-profit general hospitals, with funding from paying patients supporting care for those who cannot afford it.

BCCI to hold stakeholder meeting for IPL 2027 planning

BCCI to hold stakeholder meeting for IPL 2027 planning

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The Indian cricket board (BCCI) has scheduled a joint stakeholder meeting in Mumbai on October 15 to review past seasons and plan for the Indian Premier League's landmark 20th season in 2027, inviting franchise owners, CEOs, state associations, and broadcasters.

AI Firm RapidCanvas Raises $29 Million For Global Expansion

AI Firm RapidCanvas Raises $29 Million For Global Expansion

Rediff.com2 days ago

AI-managed services firm RapidCanvas, with a significant employee base in India, announced on Friday that it has raised USD 29 million (approximately Rs 275 crore) in Series B funding. The round was led by Vertex Ventures SEA and India, with participation from Hitachi Ventures and existing investors. The company plans to use the funds to expand its go-to-market teams, partner network, and grow its employee base and engineering teams in India, the US, and Brazil, while also investing in product development.

Sikkim Kicks Off 2026 Zabarvan Extreme Legends Series

Sikkim Kicks Off 2026 Zabarvan Extreme Legends Series

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sikkim has hosted the inaugural leg of the 2026 Zabarvan Extreme Legends Series, an international downhill mountain biking competition. The event, featuring riders from eight countries, aims to bolster the state's adventure tourism profile. Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang flagged off the competition and highlighted plans for infrastructure development to support tourism in the region.

Thane Police Arrest Man Who Threatened To Destroy India's Economy

Thane Police Arrest Man Who Threatened To Destroy India's Economy

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 27-year-old man was arrested by Kashigaon Police in Thane for allegedly calling the Delhi Police control room and threatening to destroy India's economy. The accused, Nikhil Sudarshan Sharma, who appeared mentally unstable, was apprehended after tracking his mobile number.

SC questions Jantar Mantar protest site change, seeks govt reply

SC questions Jantar Mantar protest site change, seeks govt reply

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court on Thursday sought responses from the Centre and Delhi Police regarding an October 11 order that de-notified Jantar Mantar as a protest site and designated three alternative venues. The court will examine the rationale behind the relocation, especially concerning the efficacy of Jantar Mantar and the impact on the fundamental right to protest.

Cabinet approves Fairfax's Rs 52,878-cr bid for IDBI Bank; largest FDI ever in India's financial sector

Cabinet approves Fairfax's Rs 52,878-cr bid for IDBI Bank; largest FDI ever in India's financial sector

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Indian Cabinet has approved Fairfax Financial Holdings' Rs 52,878 crore bid to acquire a 60.72 per cent stake in IDBI Bank, marking the country's largest foreign direct investment in the financial sector.

Insufficient Evidence Leads To Acquittal In Bahraich Poisoning Death

Insufficient Evidence Leads To Acquittal In Bahraich Poisoning Death

Rediff.com1 days ago

A local court in Bahraich has acquitted Ankita Jaiswal and Dilip Kumar Patel in a 2021 poisoning case that led to the death of a two-year-old and illness of four others. The court found circumstantial evidence insufficient. Ankita had been jailed since August 2021 and received free legal aid.

Gujarat High Court Grants Temporary Bail To Jailed AAP MLA Chaitar Vasava

Gujarat High Court Grants Temporary Bail To Jailed AAP MLA Chaitar Vasava

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jailed Aam Aadmi Party MLA Chaitar Vasava was granted one-day temporary bail by the Gujarat High Court after his stepbrother was hospitalised following a suicide attempt. The MLA's stepbrother, Shantilal Vasava, consumed poison on October 12 and is in critical condition. Chaitar Vasava had initially sought bail for an examination but changed his plea to care for his stepbrother. He was previously sentenced to seven years in jail for extortion and assault.

Assam Police Make Massive Yaba Tablet Seizure

Assam Police Make Massive Yaba Tablet Seizure

Rediff.com3 days ago

Assam Police have seized Yaba tablets valued at Rs 57.5 crore and arrested two individuals in Cachar district. The seizure involved 2.3 lakh tablets found in a truck's secret chamber, as announced by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday.

Before Prahaar, Legal Dramas That Put Real Life Lawyers In The Spotlight

Before Prahaar, Legal Dramas That Put Real Life Lawyers In The Spotlight

Rediff.com4 days ago

From Shahid to Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam, these films bring real-life lawyers, landmark courtroom battles and extraordinary fights for justice to the screen.

'Abhijeet Dipke, Cockroach Janata Party funded by US donors'

'Abhijeet Dipke, Cockroach Janata Party funded by US donors'

Rediff.com4 days ago

American singer Mary Millben has ignited a political debate by calling on 'young patriots' in India to protest the Cockroach Janata Party..

Kairana Court Hands Down 20-Year Sentence In Minor Rape Case

Kairana Court Hands Down 20-Year Sentence In Minor Rape Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

A special POCSO court in Kairana, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced Kapil Sharma to 20 years in prison and imposed a Rs 60,000 fine for raping a minor girl in February 2021.

Saptak Talwar Secures Coveted DP World Tour Card

Saptak Talwar Secures Coveted DP World Tour Card

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Saptak Talwar has topped the PGTI Order of Merit, securing a DP World Tour card for next season. His consistent performances, including a victory and eight top-10 finishes, along with lessons from senior pros and Asian Games experience, contributed to this significant career step. Talwar aims to build on his learnings and believes a major international breakthrough is crucial for Indian golf.

Anti-drug activist murder: Accused's house razed, shop torched

Anti-drug activist murder: Accused's house razed, shop torched

Rediff.com4 days ago

Public anger erupted in Mansa, Punjab, following the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh alias Jotha. Authorities demolished a portion of the accused medical store owner's house, while mobs set his shop ablaze. Jotha was shot on Tuesday after confronting the owner about selling addictive drugs, leading to widespread condemnation and protests.

Gold Robbery Suspect Shot In Leg During Evidence Recovery

Gold Robbery Suspect Shot In Leg During Evidence Recovery

Rediff.com1 days ago

A suspect in a Rs 1.53-crore gold robbery and murder case in Rajkot was shot in the leg by police after he opened fire on officers during evidence recovery. The accused, Anurag Singh Rajput, was among 10 arrested for the October 14 robbery where an employee was killed.

Yasin Malik no-show at virtual hearing over death penalty

Yasin Malik no-show at virtual hearing over death penalty

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought a report from jail authorities regarding the non-appearance of separatist leader Yasin Malik for a virtual hearing in a terror funding case. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is seeking the death penalty for Malik, who is currently serving a life term, arguing that his guilty plea should not preclude capital punishment for a terrorist. Malik had previously expressed a desire to argue in-person against the NIA's plea.

School Teacher Booked For Alleged Sexual Harassment Of Girl Students

School Teacher Booked For Alleged Sexual Harassment Of Girl Students

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Zilla Parishad school teacher in Georai tehsil, Beed, was booked under the POCSO Act on Thursday for allegedly sexually harassing four girl students between October 12 and October 14. The incidents came to light when parents were informed, leading to the teacher's arrest.

Punjab activist murder: Accused held, house razed, mob torches his shop

Punjab activist murder: Accused held, house razed, mob torches his shop

Rediff.com3 days ago

The owner of a medical store, Ashwani Kumar, accused of fatally shooting anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Punjab's Mansa, has been arrested from Rajasthan. Following his arrest, angry mobs set his medical store ablaze and authorities razed a portion of his house, while Jhota's father has called for a statewide bandh on October 15.

Can Imran Khan Be Deported For Taking Part In Protest?

Can Imran Khan Be Deported For Taking Part In Protest?

Rediff.com4 days ago

The controversy surrounding actor Imran Khan's participation in a Mumbai protest, and BJP leader Kirit Somaiya's demand for his deportation, raises critical questions about the legal rights of Overseas Citizen of India cardholders to engage in political dissent and the grounds for their expulsion from India.

SIT Questions Former Thane Mayor In Pradeep Purnekar Murder Probe

SIT Questions Former Thane Mayor In Pradeep Purnekar Murder Probe

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has summoned former Thane city mayor Meenakshi Shinde for questioning in connection with the murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar last month. Her husband, Rajendra Shinde, was previously questioned. The Purnekar family has accused the Shinde couple of orchestrating the killing, which Meenakshi Shinde denies. Five individuals have been arrested in the ongoing probe.

Ulhasnagar Murder: Man Shot Dead Near Railway Station

Ulhasnagar Murder: Man Shot Dead Near Railway Station

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man named Harish Gajwani was shot dead near Ulhasnagar railway station complex in Thane district on Wednesday night. Police suspect an old rivalry as the motive, though the identities of the assailants are yet to be established. The incident occurred at 8.30 p.m.

Trump rules out nuclear attack on Iran, but ground invasion possible

Trump rules out nuclear attack on Iran, but ground invasion possible

Rediff.com2 days ago

Donald Trump has ruled out using nuclear weapons or ground troops against Iran, despite the US military developing strike options including the "mother of all bombs" (MOAB) for Iranian energy and nuclear facilities. Trump clarified the MOAB is not nuclear and expressed confidence in non-nuclear options. He also discussed nuclear disarmament talks with Russia and China and his determination to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, even as questions arise about MOAB's effectiveness against deeply buried targets.

Husband Found Guilty Of Shooting Wife In Delhi

Husband Found Guilty Of Shooting Wife In Delhi

Rediff.com14 hours ago

A Delhi court has convicted a man, Sushant, for attempting to murder his wife, Pinki, by shooting her in the stomach outside a hospital in Connaught Place in 2018. The conviction was based on the credible testimony of the injured woman and corroborating evidence, including CCTV footage and forensic analysis.

Yogi renames Atiq Ahmed's former stronghold, plans 1,200 homes for poor

Yogi renames Atiq Ahmed's former stronghold, plans 1,200 homes for poor

Rediff.com3 days ago

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the renaming of Kasari-Masari, a former stronghold of gangster Atiq Ahmed, to Shrikrishnapuri. The area in Prayagraj will see the construction of 1,200 homes for poor families on land reclaimed from the mafia leader. Adityanath reiterated his government's "zero-tolerance" policy against criminals and highlighted development initiatives.

Delhi Teen Murdered Over School Uniform Shoes

Delhi Teen Murdered Over School Uniform Shoes

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 17-year-old class 12 student was allegedly stabbed to death outside a government school in southwest Delhi's Mohan Garden area. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday evening, stemmed from a dispute over school uniform shoes. Five individuals, including three juveniles, have been apprehended, and a murder case has been registered.

Archery Premier League: Chola Chiefs Topple Defending Champions

Archery Premier League: Chola Chiefs Topple Defending Champions

Rediff.com2 days ago

Chola Chiefs, already out of playoff contention, defeated defending champions Rajputana Royals 5-3 in the Archery Premier League Season 2. This loss jeopardises the Royals' chances of defending their title, leaving them with eight points and one match remaining. Chiefs' victory was attributed to a tactical change in their shooting order, with archers like Alejandra Usquiano and Rajat Chauhan playing crucial roles.

SIT Summons Former Thane Mayor's Husband In Pradeep Purnekar Murder Probe

SIT Summons Former Thane Mayor's Husband In Pradeep Purnekar Murder Probe

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has summoned Rajendra Shinde, husband of former Thane mayor Meenaxi Shinde, for questioning in connection with the murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar. Purnekar's son accused the couple of orchestrating the killing. Police have already arrested several alleged assailants in the case.

Kerala Police Officer Raided Over Alleged Bribery Via Proxy Account

Kerala Police Officer Raided Over Alleged Bribery Via Proxy Account

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kerala's Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau conducted a surprise inspection at the Vaikom Circle Inspector's office following allegations of bribery. The officer is accused of using a bank account opened in an Assam native's name to receive illicit payments from the soil mafia, lorry operators, and criminal accused, with Rs 2.28 lakh reportedly credited within a month.