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Rain Washes Out Ireland's Direct World Cup Qualification Dream

Rain Washes Out Ireland's Direct World Cup Qualification Dream

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

Ireland's aspirations for direct qualification to the 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup have been extinguished after the opening ODI against Afghanistan was abandoned due to persistent rain, mathematically ruling them out of contention for an automatic spot.

INDIA bloc's SC march: Nobody can browbeat judiciary, says CJI

INDIA bloc's SC march: Nobody can browbeat judiciary, says CJI

Rediff.com6 days ago

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant asserted that the judiciary cannot be browbeaten, during a hearing on a plea against a political march to the Supreme Court by Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders on October 12. The plea alleges an attempt to obstruct the judicial system and seeks a ban on political demonstrations within court premises. The court has issued notices to the leaders and ordered the preservation of CCTV footage from the incident.

Crime Branch Seizes Rs 10 Cr Heroin, Three Arrested In Major Bust

Crime Branch Seizes Rs 10 Cr Heroin, Three Arrested In Major Bust

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Mumbai crime branch has dismantled an interstate drug syndicate, seizing over two kilograms of high-grade heroin worth Rs 10.16 crore and arresting three individuals. The operation is part of a larger drive against narcotics networks in the city, with further investigations underway to trace the supply chain and apprehend more involved parties.

Sessions Court Backs FIR Against Former Lilavati Trust Official

Sessions Court Backs FIR Against Former Lilavati Trust Official

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A Mumbai sessions court has refused to overturn a magistrate's order directing police to register an FIR against an erstwhile trustee of the Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust. The FIR pertains to allegations of fund misappropriation and harassment that allegedly led to the death of trustee Kishor Mehta. The court found the magistrate's order to be "well within jurisdiction."

Asian Para Games: Sheetal Devi Equals World Record As India's Archers Shine

Asian Para Games: Sheetal Devi Equals World Record As India's Archers Shine

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian para-archer Sheetal Devi has equalled the world record in the women's compound qualification round at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, scoring 704 points.

US-China Ties: Why The World Should Worry

US-China Ties: Why The World Should Worry

Rediff.com1 days ago

The subtext here is that nobody else really matters to America today; only China, because nobody else can truly hurt them, points out Mihir S Sharma.

Kerala Government To Abide By High Court Order, File FIR Against Pinarayi Vijayan In CMRL Case

Kerala Government To Abide By High Court Order, File FIR Against Pinarayi Vijayan In CMRL Case

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan announced that his government will comply with the High Court's directive to register an FIR against former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas in the alleged CMRL bribery case. Satheesan stated there would be no appeal against the verdict. The High Court deemed the government's earlier decision to form an SIT without an FIR illegal and ordered immediate registration of a case based on ED's information.

Chwalinska overpowers Kartal to seal maiden WTA title in Wuhan

Chwalinska overpowers Kartal to seal maiden WTA title in Wuhan

Rediff.com3 days ago

Maja Chwalinska overcame early nerves and a first-set deficit to defeat Sonay Kartal 2-6, 6-4, 6-2, capturing her maiden WTA Tour title at Wuhan.

'Dismissal like death penalty': SC reinstates axed TN varsity official

'Dismissal like death penalty': SC reinstates axed TN varsity official

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court has ordered the reinstatement of R Saravanan, a deputy registrar of Periyar University, who was dismissed for alleged disproportionate assets. The court observed that dismissal is akin to a "death penalty" for a government servant and criticised the university's inquiry for lacking evidence, upholding the single-judge bench's decision.

Indian Navy's Rs 2.41 Trillion Warship Push

Indian Navy's Rs 2.41 Trillion Warship Push

Rediff.com1 days ago

Forty-two naval vessels are already on order, while the navy has the government's initial go-ahead to procure another 78 ships and submarines and 120 fast interceptor craft, worth approximately Rs 2.41 trillion.

SC questions Jantar Mantar protest site change, seeks govt reply

SC questions Jantar Mantar protest site change, seeks govt reply

Rediff.com6 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.

Goa Nightclub Owners Granted Bail In Health NOC Manipulation Case

Goa Nightclub Owners Granted Bail In Health NOC Manipulation Case

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub, have been granted regular bail by a Goa court in a case involving the alleged manipulation of a Health Department NOC to obtain an excise licence. The alleged forgery came to light after a devastating fire at the nightclub in December 2025 killed 25 people. Despite the bail, the brothers will remain in custody due to a separate High Court order in the fire tragedy case, with stringent conditions imposed by the court.

Faridabad Police Arrest Six In Rs 50 Lakh Cyber Fraud Case

Faridabad Police Arrest Six In Rs 50 Lakh Cyber Fraud Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

Faridabad police have arrested six individuals in connection with a cyber-fraud case where Rs 50 lakh was swindled using a company CMD's photograph on WhatsApp. The police managed to freeze Rs 29 lakh of the defrauded amount. The accused, from Mumbai and Gujarat, were produced in court and sent to judicial custody.

Fatal Hunting Expedition: Man Killed By Accomplice In SGNP

Fatal Hunting Expedition: Man Killed By Accomplice In SGNP

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Two individuals have been arrested following the death of a 60-year-old man during an illegal hunting expedition within the Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Thane. The victim, Vijay Sapte, was accidentally shot by an accomplice who mistook his mobile flashlight for an animal's eyes. The group attempted to conceal the crime by hastily cremating the body and involving a private practitioner for a fraudulent death certificate.

Nashik Court: Child Rape A 'Monstrous Burial Of Dignity'

Nashik Court: Child Rape A 'Monstrous Burial Of Dignity'

Rediff.com2 days ago

A fast-track court in Nashik, Maharashtra, has sentenced Vijay Sanjay Khairnar to death for the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl. The court described the crime as "rarest of the rare," stating that leniency would undermine public confidence in justice. The judge highlighted the extreme depravity of the act, committed on November 16, 2025, and ruled out life imprisonment, also directing Rs 10 lakh compensation to the victim's parents.

Karmayogi Bharat And OpenAI Partner For AI Capacity Building In Civil Services

Karmayogi Bharat And OpenAI Partner For AI Capacity Building In Civil Services

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Karmayogi Bharat and OpenAI have signed an MoU to enhance AI capacity development across India's civil services. This partnership aims to equip government personnel with AI skills through the iGOT Karmayogi platform, fostering confident and responsible AI use for improved public outcomes and a future-ready civil service under Mission Karmayogi.

'Salman Khan Is The Main Target, Not Tiger'

'Salman Khan Is The Main Target, Not Tiger'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'This incident will send a wave of fear through the entire Bollywood community.'

10 Married Couples And Their Onscreen Chemistry

10 Married Couples And Their Onscreen Chemistry

Rediff.com8 hours ago

From Alia Bhatt-Ranbir Kapoor to Nazriya Nazim-Fahadh Faasil, these real-life celebrity couples have continued their romance on screen after marriage, giving us everything from crackling chemistry to intriguing cinematic collaborations.

Rubio denies US withholding Ukraine intelligence, says Trump 'frustrated'

Rubio denies US withholding Ukraine intelligence, says Trump 'frustrated'

Rediff.com1 days ago

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during his visit to Mumbai, affirmed that the US policy on weapons aid and intelligence sharing for Ukraine remains unchanged. He stated that President Donald Trump is "frustrated and angry" over false accusations of deliberately harming Ukraine and is keen on a negotiated end to the conflict. Rubio also addressed concerns about missile interceptor supplies and intelligence sharing regarding recent air strikes, attributing any issues to technical matters rather than deliberate denial. He highlighted global concerns over fuel shortages and the risk of escalation, stressing the urgent need to end the war.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound on IT Sector Gains, Positive Global Sentiment

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rebound on IT Sector Gains, Positive Global Sentiment

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty rallied up to 1 per cent in early trade, driven by strong performance in IT stocks, Reliance Industries, and favourable global market sentiment, rebounding from previous losses.

Shraddha murder case: WhatsApp, Google, Bumble officials to testify online

Shraddha murder case: WhatsApp, Google, Bumble officials to testify online

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A Delhi court has permitted the prosecution to record the testimonies of four foreign-based nodal officers from WhatsApp, Google, and Bumble via video conferencing in the Shraddha Walkar murder case. This decision aims to prevent undue delays and exorbitant expenses associated with securing their physical presence, facilitating an expeditious trial. The testimonies are scheduled to begin in December 2026, with specific protocols for identity verification and secure proceedings.

'We know everything': SC takes strong note of march, seeks CEC reply on SIR

'We know everything': SC takes strong note of march, seeks CEC reply on SIR

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Election Commission and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar regarding a plea filed by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and 12 other opposition leaders concerning alleged large-scale voter deletions and Special Intensive Revision (SIR) irregularities.

SC seeks ideas for permanent corpus to fund SMA treatment

SC seeks ideas for permanent corpus to fund SMA treatment

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court of India has sought proposals for establishing a permanent financial corpus to support patients suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic disorder requiring expensive treatment. This initiative follows an earlier case involving comedian Samay Raina, which led the court to examine broader systemic concerns for SMA patients.

LFW Day 4: Sara Arjun Turns Into Fairytale Bride

LFW Day 4: Sara Arjun Turns Into Fairytale Bride

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sara Arjun brought fairytale vibes to Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI 2026 as she turned showstopper for designer Anushree Reddy on October 16 at the Taj Palace, New Delhi.

Schaeffler India CEO Arrested Over Fatal Gas Leak Incident In Pune

Schaeffler India CEO Arrested Over Fatal Gas Leak Incident In Pune

Rediff.comJust in

Schaeffler India CEO Harsha Kadam has been arrested in connection with a fatal gas leak at the company's Pune facility in June, which resulted in the deaths of two workers. Kadam is the eighth person arrested in the case, facing charges including culpable homicide. The incident occurred during unauthorised maintenance work on a CO2 fire suppression system.

CJP stir: Ensure Metro, Internet; no illegal detentions, SC tells Centre

CJP stir: Ensure Metro, Internet; no illegal detentions, SC tells Centre

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court on Sunday directed that people gathering peacefully should not be illegally detained and issued a notice to the Centre regarding alleged violations of its earlier order during a CJP protest in Delhi. The court also asked the Solicitor General to ensure normal metro services and no internet disruption, while addressing concerns about widespread detentions and transport closures.

'Children have fundamental right to access internet': SC no to age-based ban

'Children have fundamental right to access internet': SC no to age-based ban

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Supreme Court has declared that children have a fundamental right to access and use the internet, directing the Centre to establish a national database for detecting and removing child sexually explicit visual content. The ruling, stemming from a plea by NGO Just Rights for Children Alliance, emphasises the internet's value for learning and expression while acknowledging the need for safeguards like parental consent and a "child mode" for accounts, rather than blanket restrictions.

Indian Equities Decline for Second Day as Banking, Financial Stocks Drag

Indian Equities Decline for Second Day as Banking, Financial Stocks Drag

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Indian equity benchmark indices extended losses for a second consecutive session, with the Sensex dropping 143 points, driven by a sell-off in power, banking, and financial stocks, coupled with elevated crude oil prices and persistent FII selling.

Wamiqa-Rajkummar Watch Prahaar

Wamiqa-Rajkummar Watch Prahaar

Rediff.com5 days ago

Cast and crew of Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam watch the film together.

CJP stir: SC to hear contempt plea on Sunday over Delhi Metro, train curbs

CJP stir: SC to hear contempt plea on Sunday over Delhi Metro, train curbs

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a plea on Sunday seeking contempt proceedings against authorities for allegedly violating its directive against a complete prohibition on metro and train services in Delhi during the CJP protest. The plea argues that the blanket shutdown and lack of transparent advisories constitute a deliberate disregard for the court's October 9 order, which had called for regulation rather than outright prohibition of public transport.

Dhruv Rathee faces warrants over 2018 defamation case

Dhruv Rathee faces warrants over 2018 defamation case

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Delhi court has issued bailable warrants against popular YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in a 2018 defamation case filed by a BJP IT Cell member, Vikas Pandey, after summons could not be served. The case stems from a video Rathee uploaded on his YouTube channel.

Delhi HC to hear Neha Bora's plea against 'peace' bond tomorrow

Delhi HC to hear Neha Bora's plea against 'peace' bond tomorrow

Rediff.com5 hours ago

All India Students' Association (AISA) President Neha Bora has challenged a Delhi Police notice requiring her to execute a 'peace' bond, arguing it is vague and an attempt to suppress peaceful dissent.

Contempt plea in SC against security clampdown in Delhi

Contempt plea in SC against security clampdown in Delhi

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

A contempt petition has been filed in the Supreme Court against Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar, and DMRC chairperson D Thara. The plea alleges that authorities violated the apex court's October 9 order by imposing a "blanket shutdown" on metro and train services in Delhi on October 10, despite the court's directive for only regulated movement during a protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). The petitioner claims personal experience of metro station closures and seeks immediate revocation of prohibitory orders.

Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam: ED Claims Rs 880 Crore Delivered To Congress Office

Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam: ED Claims Rs 880 Crore Delivered To Congress Office

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has claimed that Rs 860-Rs 880 crore generated from an alleged liquor scam in Chhattisgarh during the previous Congress regime was delivered to the Pradesh Congress Committee office in Raipur. The agency filed a supplementary chargesheet against former PCC treasurer Ramgopal Agrawal and provisionally attached his properties worth Rs 9.06 crore. The ED alleges a liquor syndicate controlled the state excise department, generating over Rs 2,883 crore in illegal proceeds.

Seriousness Of Allegation Not Sole Reason For LOC, Rules Delhi Court

Seriousness Of Allegation Not Sole Reason For LOC, Rules Delhi Court

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A Delhi court has rescinded a Look-Out Circular (LOC) against Akash Gupta, an accused in a Rs 247-crore Punjab National Bank fraud case, stating that the seriousness of an allegation cannot be the sole reason for its continued operation. The court noted Gupta's cooperation and previous adherence to travel conditions.

NAN Silox GreenMet Names Vijay Pasupathy CEO, Eyes Major Recycling Plant

NAN Silox GreenMet Names Vijay Pasupathy CEO, Eyes Major Recycling Plant

Rediff.com7 days ago

Lithium-ion battery recycling firm NAN Silox GreenMet Pvt Ltd has appointed Vijay Pasupathy as its Chief Executive Officer. The company is advancing plans to establish a Rs 1,400-crore critical metals recycling facility in Naidupeta, Andhra Pradesh, aiming to boost domestic capabilities in processing recovered critical metals and reduce reliance on imports.

High Speed Driving: Delhi Court Upholds Conviction In Fatal Accident Case

High Speed Driving: Delhi Court Upholds Conviction In Fatal Accident Case

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

A Delhi court has upheld the conviction of Yatin Sharma in a 2013 fatal road accident case in Hauz Khas, rejecting his appeal and plea for probation. The court emphasised that high-speed vehicular negligence resulting in death warrants custodial sentences to ensure public safety and deterrence, directing Sharma to surrender within 30 days.

Delhi-Guangzhou direct flights to resume after 6 years as Modi-Xi meet

Delhi-Guangzhou direct flights to resume after 6 years as Modi-Xi meet

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

China Southern Airlines is set to resume its Guangzhou-New Delhi passenger service from September 21, ending a six-year suspension. This move is part of a broader normalisation of India-China relations, following recent high-level diplomatic meetings and previous flight resumptions by other carriers.

Abhishek Banerjee Alleges Police Crackdown Amid Puja Stampede Probe

Abhishek Banerjee Alleges Police Crackdown Amid Puja Stampede Probe

Rediff.com22 hours ago

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee has questioned the lack of arrests of BJP leaders associated with the Chorbagan Durga Puja committee following a stampede that killed 19 people. He alleged that police are instead targeting citizens who question the government, while Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari warned against "fake narratives" and police made an arrest for spreading misinformation. Banerjee accused the police administration of being exploited for political gain and protecting BJP leaders.

Security beefed up at Disha Patani's UP home after Tiger Shroff shooting

Security beefed up at Disha Patani's UP home after Tiger Shroff shooting

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Security has been tightened at the Bareilly residence of retired DSP Jagdish Singh Patani, father of actor Disha Patani, following a recent firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff. This precautionary measure comes after Patani's residence was also targeted in firing incidents in September last year, which led to arrests and the killing of alleged shooters.