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Gujarat ATS Seizes Huge Cocaine Haul Off Mundra Port

Gujarat ATS Seizes Huge Cocaine Haul Off Mundra Port

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Gujarat ATS and the Indian Coast Guard seized 115 kg of cocaine valued at nearly Rs 1,150 crore from a vessel off Mundra port and apprehended three foreign nationals.

TCS To Modernise SKF's IT Infrastructure In Multi-Year Deal

TCS To Modernise SKF's IT Infrastructure In Multi-Year Deal

Rediff.com1 days ago

TCS has secured a multi-year deal with Swedish bearings manufacturer SKF to modernise its IT infrastructure and leverage AI for industrial manufacturing.

Couple Found Dead In UP, Suspected Suicide Due To Childlessness

Couple Found Dead In UP, Suspected Suicide Due To Childlessness

Rediff.com1 days ago

A couple in Uttar Pradesh was found dead, suspected to have committed suicide due to the stress of not having children after 14 years of marriage.

West Bengal To Boost Border Security With Land Transfer To BSF

West Bengal To Boost Border Security With Land Transfer To BSF

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The West Bengal government will hand over land to the Border Security Force for international boundary fencing and security infrastructure, starting with a 27 km stretch. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said more land would be provided wherever required to strengthen border management in the state.

India Women Aim For Series Lead Against Australia

India Women Aim For Series Lead Against Australia

Rediff.com15 hours ago

The Indian women's hockey team aims to take the lead in their four-match series against Australia in Perth. After a loss and a shootout win, India looks to improve their penalty corner conversion rate and secure a victory ahead of major upcoming tournaments.

Pregnant Woman Dies In Delhi; Dowry Harassment Alleged

Pregnant Woman Dies In Delhi; Dowry Harassment Alleged

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 25-year-old pregnant woman died after allegedly falling from a building in Delhi. Her family has accused her husband and in-laws of dowry harassment, prompting a police investigation.

Two Deaths In Greater Noida: Man Found Hanging, Transgender Person Found Dead

Two Deaths In Greater Noida: Man Found Hanging, Transgender Person Found Dead

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 32-year-old man was found hanging in a park, and a 35-year-old transgender person was found dead with head injuries in a rented room in separate incidents in Greater Noida, police said.

Indore Man Kills Wife Over Affair, Then Dies By Suicide; Lover Ends Life

Indore Man Kills Wife Over Affair, Then Dies By Suicide; Lover Ends Life

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly killed his wife and then died by suicide due to her extramarital affair. The woman's alleged lover also ended his life after learning about the couple's deaths.

Himachal Pradesh Police Freeze Drug Dealers' Assets

Himachal Pradesh Police Freeze Drug Dealers' Assets

Rediff.com1 days ago

Himachal Pradesh Police have frozen assets worth Rs 1.13 crore belonging to major drug peddlers in two separate cases registered in the Shimla district.

Man On The Run After Allegedly Killing Wife In Mathura

Man On The Run After Allegedly Killing Wife In Mathura

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, is accused of murdering his wife following frequent arguments and domestic violence. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect, who is currently absconding.

Unidentified Man Found Dead In Old Delhi; Police Investigate

Unidentified Man Found Dead In Old Delhi; Police Investigate

Rediff.com1 days ago

An unidentified man was found dead on a pavement in the Chitli Kabar Market area of Old Delhi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death and seeking public assistance to identify him.

China tells Quad to stay out of its maritime backyard

China tells Quad to stay out of its maritime backyard

Rediff.com1 days ago

China on Wednesday reacted strongly to the Quad Ministerial meeting that voiced serious concerns over the situation in the East and South China Sea, saying they should stop meddling in maritime affairs in its neighbourhood.

Delhi Police Arrests Gang For Robbery, Kidnapping

Delhi Police Arrests Gang For Robbery, Kidnapping

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Delhi Police arrested four men and apprehended two juveniles for allegedly abducting and robbing a man on Urban Extension Road-II in Outer North Delhi. The accused committed the crime to fund their partying and lavish spending.

11 Arrested After Statue Installation Sparks Clash

11 Arrested After Statue Installation Sparks Clash

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Police in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested 11 people following a clash over the alleged unauthorised installation of a Lord Buddha statue. The incident escalated into stone-pelting on police and revenue officials, prompting the registration of two FIRs.

Netrasemi's Indigenous AI Chipset A2000 Nears Commercial Launch

Netrasemi's Indigenous AI Chipset A2000 Nears Commercial Launch

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Netrasemi, an Indian semiconductor start-up, has announced that its flagship AI chipset, A2000, has achieved silicon bringup and is preparing for commercial production this year. The A2000 SoC, supported by Zoho and the government's DLI programme, will enable smart vision and real-time video analytics for smart cameras and edge AI platforms.

Chandigarh, Bhubaneswar To Host Asian Athletics Events

Chandigarh, Bhubaneswar To Host Asian Athletics Events

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chandigarh and Bhubaneswar have been awarded the rights to host the Asian Relays in 2027 and the Asian Indoor Championships in 2028, respectively, marking a significant achievement for Indian athletics.

Pakistan Security Forces Eliminate 27 TTP Terrorists

Pakistan Security Forces Eliminate 27 TTP Terrorists

Rediff.com4 days ago

Pakistani security forces killed 27 terrorists belonging to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in multiple operations over the weekend in the country's northwest, officials said on Sunday.

'A little bit of movement' seen in Iran peace talks: Marco Rubio

'A little bit of movement' seen in Iran peace talks: Marco Rubio

Rediff.com6 days ago

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that discussions aimed at halting the conflict with Iran have shown "some slight progress," while simultaneously echoing Washington's dissatisfaction with its NATO allies.

DRI Seizes Cocaine Worth 11.25 Crore At Mumbai Airport

DRI Seizes Cocaine Worth 11.25 Crore At Mumbai Airport

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 2.25 kg of cocaine valued at Rs 11.25 crore and arrested four foreign nationals at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai.

India's Nipam Secures Bronze In Asian U20 Athletics Debut

India's Nipam Secures Bronze In Asian U20 Athletics Debut

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Nipam made a memorable international debut by winning the bronze medal in the 100m at the U20 Asian Athletics Championships. Other Indian athletes also showed promise in various events.

Why Mid-Tier BFSI Firms In India Face Heightened Cyber Risks

Why Mid-Tier BFSI Firms In India Face Heightened Cyber Risks

Rediff.com9 hours ago

A report indicates that mid-tier banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) entities in India are highly exposed to cyberattacks due to aggressive digitisation coupled with insufficient cybersecurity investments.

Delhi Government Focuses On Menstrual Hygiene In Schools

Delhi Government Focuses On Menstrual Hygiene In Schools

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has directed government school principals to ensure clean toilets, functional medical rooms, and proper maintenance of sanitary pad vending machines in schools, emphasising the importance of menstrual hygiene and awareness.

Bengaluru Cyber Command Busts Fake US Call Centre Racket

Bengaluru Cyber Command Busts Fake US Call Centre Racket

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Karnataka State Cyber Command has uncovered a fake call centre racket operating in Bengaluru, where individuals impersonated a US-based accounting firm to defraud US citizens.

Odisha Police Probe Custodial Torture Allegations

Odisha Police Probe Custodial Torture Allegations

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Odisha's Kendrapara district have launched an inquiry into allegations of custodial torture of a woman and her son by personnel of the Talachua Marine Police Station.

Bajaj Finserv To Invest In AI, Tech Startups Over Five Years

Bajaj Finserv To Invest In AI, Tech Startups Over Five Years

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Bajaj Finserv announced a strategic initiative to invest up to Rs 2,000 crore in artificial intelligence and technology-led startups over the next five years, along with a collaboration with IIT-Bombay for joint research.

Madhya Pradesh Refers Dowry Death Case To CBI

Madhya Pradesh Refers Dowry Death Case To CBI

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Madhya Pradesh government has proposed transferring the case of Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died due to dowry harassment, to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The notification has been issued by the Home Department, granting consent to extend the powers and jurisdiction of the Delhi Special Police Establishment for investigating the case.

Pakistan Security Forces Neutralise 11 Terrorists In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan Security Forces Neutralise 11 Terrorists In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Rediff.com4 days ago

Security forces in Pakistan have killed 11 terrorists in the North Waziristan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province during intelligence-based operations.

Madurai Teen Murder: Five Arrested; CM Vijay Orders Swift Action on Heinous Crimes

Madurai Teen Murder: Five Arrested; CM Vijay Orders Swift Action on Heinous Crimes

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 17-year-old boy was murdered in the car parking area of the Sri Meenakshi Amman temple in Madurai, leading to the arrest of five suspects, including two juveniles. Concurrently, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay directed police to promptly register and expedite cases related to sexual crimes and other heinous offences, ensuring stringent punishment for culprits.

How Kapil Dev Is Transforming Indian Golf

How Kapil Dev Is Transforming Indian Golf

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kapil Dev's efforts to attract sponsors and increase prize money in Indian golf are creating better opportunities for players to qualify for the Olympics and compete globally, according to DP World PGTI CEO Amandeep Johl.

Key Manipur Insurgent Commander Arrested In Delhi: Details

Key Manipur Insurgent Commander Arrested In Delhi: Details

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Security forces have arrested Haobijam Dilip Singh, a key commander of the banned Manipuri insurgent outfit Kangleipak Communist Party, in Delhi. The arrest led to the seizure of a large cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives in Manipur's Kakching district.

US used half of THAAD missile stockpile defending Israel: Report

US used half of THAAD missile stockpile defending Israel: Report

Rediff.com6 days ago

The US has reportedly depleted nearly half of its advanced missile-defence interceptors while defending Israel during recent hostilities with Iran, raising concerns about future readiness.

Sisters Found Dead In Ambala Residence, Cause Unknown

Sisters Found Dead In Ambala Residence, Cause Unknown

Rediff.com6 days ago

Two sisters were found dead in their Ambala residence under mysterious circumstances. Police are investigating after neighbours reported a foul odour emanating from the house, where the women had lived in isolation for many years.

NEET paper leak: Parl panel summons NTA, CBI over exam conduct

NEET paper leak: Parl panel summons NTA, CBI over exam conduct

Rediff.com10 hours ago

A parliamentary panel has summoned officials from the Union Education Ministry, the National Testing Agency (NTA), and the CBI to address concerns regarding the conduct of examinations.

Punjab CM Hails Gurindervir Singh's Historic Sprint

Punjab CM Hails Gurindervir Singh's Historic Sprint

Rediff.com4 days ago

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann congratulated athlete Gurindervir Singh for breaking the men's 100m national record at the Federation Cup athletics meet in Ranchi.

Delhi Police Investigate Death Of Two Elderly Women

Delhi Police Investigate Death Of Two Elderly Women

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Two elderly women were found dead in their New Rajinder Nagar residence in Delhi. Police suspect age-related ailments as the cause of death, with no signs of forced entry.

Punjab Gears Up To Host Asian Champions Trophy Hockey

Punjab Gears Up To Host Asian Champions Trophy Hockey

Rediff.com7 days ago

Punjab is set to host the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in October, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann assuring full support to Hockey India for organising the event. The tournament will be played in Jalandhar and Mohali, featuring the top six men's teams from the Asian Games.

FIR against Mamata for remarks 'hurting religious sentiments'

FIR against Mamata for remarks 'hurting religious sentiments'

Rediff.com1 days ago

An FIR has been lodged against former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly hurting religious sentiments based on a complaint by a lawyer.

Habitual Offender Arrested In Rs 1 Crore Delhi Burglary Case

Habitual Offender Arrested In Rs 1 Crore Delhi Burglary Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

A habitual offender has been arrested for carrying out a Rs 1 crore burglary at a house in south Delhi's Greater Kailash area. Stolen jewellery, luxury watches and cash were recovered from the accused.

Why Spielberg Is Wary Of AI's Role In Creative Industries

Why Spielberg Is Wary Of AI's Role In Creative Industries

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Steven Spielberg voices concerns about AI's role in filmmaking, advocating for its use as a tool but cautioning against it replacing human creativity.

IIT-Guwahati To Commercialise Bio-Methanol Production

IIT-Guwahati To Commercialise Bio-Methanol Production

Rediff.com11 hours ago

IIT-Guwahati has partnered with Kaashyap Cleantech Innovations to commercialise bio-methanol production technology, which converts greenhouse gases into a versatile liquid fuel, offering environmental and performance benefits.