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3 US nationals get 'Leave India' notice for 'propagating religion'

3 US nationals get 'Leave India' notice for 'propagating religion'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Police in Pune have issued 'Leave India' notices to three American nationals for allegedly engaging in religious propagation activities and violating tourist visa norms.

Ahmedabad To Host IPL Final On May 31

Ahmedabad To Host IPL Final On May 31

Rediff.com6 May 2026

IPL final moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad; Dharamsala will host Qualifier 1, as announced by the BCCI.

AAP Protests Alleged Police Intimidation In Janakpuri Case

AAP Protests Alleged Police Intimidation In Janakpuri Case

Rediff.com20 hours ago

AAP leaders protest outside Raj Bhavan in Delhi over the alleged rape of a three-year-old at a Janakpuri school, demanding action against police for allegedly intimidating the victim's family and questioning the handling of the case.

Punjab BJP Seeks Action Over Attacks On Party Offices

Punjab BJP Seeks Action Over Attacks On Party Offices

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar has demanded action against those who orchestrated attacks on the party's offices in the state, also criticising the Aam Aadmi Party and warning against creating Bengal-like conditions in Punjab.

Temple Elephant Beats Summer Heat In Style

Temple Elephant Beats Summer Heat In Style

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rameswaram temple elephant enjoys refreshing pool bath amid intense summer heat.

How BJP Secured a Foothold In Kerala

How BJP Secured a Foothold In Kerala

Rediff.com5 May 2026

The BJP has made significant gains in the Kerala Assembly elections, securing three seats and marking a potential breakthrough in a state where it has traditionally struggled.

Sri Lanka Arrests Hundreds Of Foreigners In Cybercrime Crackdown

Sri Lanka Arrests Hundreds Of Foreigners In Cybercrime Crackdown

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Sri Lankan police have arrested over 600 foreigners, including Indian nationals, this year for involvement in cybercrime operations, highlighting the country's vulnerability to international syndicates.

North 24 Parganas tense after Suvendu aide's murder

North 24 Parganas tense after Suvendu aide's murder

Rediff.com7 days ago

Tension prevailed in parts of West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district after a BJP leader's close aide was shot dead, prompting increased security measures and protests.

Bhopal Religious Violence: Arrests Made After Assault

Bhopal Religious Violence: Arrests Made After Assault

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Police in Bhopal have arrested two individuals, including a juvenile, in connection with the assault on a Muslim man who was found with a woman from another community. The incident sparked protests and stone-pelting, leading to further police intervention.

DII holdings in Nifty 500 hit record 20.9%, FPIs' slid to a new low in Q4

DII holdings in Nifty 500 hit record 20.9%, FPIs' slid to a new low in Q4

Rediff.com1 days ago

Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) have significantly increased their holdings in Nifty 500 companies, reaching a record 20.9 per cent by the end of March, while Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) reduced their ownership to an all-time low of 17.1 per cent, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

Delhi Man Arrested In Rs 1.2 Lakh UPI Fraud Case

Delhi Man Arrested In Rs 1.2 Lakh UPI Fraud Case

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 32-year-old man in connection with a mobile phone theft case linked to fraudulent UPI transactions worth over Rs 1.2 lakh.

The Swanand Kirkire Podcast: The Bawra Mann From Indore To Bollywood

The Swanand Kirkire Podcast: The Bawra Mann From Indore To Bollywood

Rediff.com1 days ago

From selling vacuum cleaners to Bollywood's poetic soul, Swanand Kirkire reveals the grit, heartbreaks, and coincidences behind his most iconic songs and life's journey.

How Delhi And J&K Police Nabbed Robbery Suspects

How Delhi And J&K Police Nabbed Robbery Suspects

Rediff.com6 days ago

Three individuals wanted in connection with multiple robbery cases in Delhi have been apprehended in Kathua district following a joint operation by Delhi Police and Jammu and Kashmir Police.

Search On After Cow Killed, Suspected Leopard Attack In Kerala

Search On After Cow Killed, Suspected Leopard Attack In Kerala

Rediff.com3 May 2026

The Forest Department in Palakkad, Kerala, has launched a search operation following the suspected killing of a cow by a leopard in Kanjikode. The incident occurred near forest land, prompting officials to investigate and consider further measures like camera traps and cage traps.

Delhi: Woman Allegedly Assaults Guard Over Stray Dog Beating

Delhi: Woman Allegedly Assaults Guard Over Stray Dog Beating

Rediff.com2 days ago

An animal lover allegedly assaulted a security guard in west Delhi following a dispute over the alleged beating of a stray dog, police said.

TCS case key accused Nida Khan sent to police custody till May 11

TCS case key accused Nida Khan sent to police custody till May 11

Rediff.com5 days ago

Nida Khan, a TCS employee accused of religious conversion and sexual harassment, has been arrested in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. An AIMIM corporator is alleged to have provided her shelter. The arrest has sparked political reactions and renewed focus on workplace harassment prevention.

KSCA disappointed as IPL 2026 final moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad

KSCA disappointed as IPL 2026 final moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com6 May 2026

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has expressed its disappointment after the BCCI shifted the IPL 2026 final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, despite Bengaluru being the defending champions' home ground. The BCCI cited unspecified requirements from local authorities as the reason for the change.

Cyber Fraud Suspect Nabbed After Forest Chase In Jharkhand

Cyber Fraud Suspect Nabbed After Forest Chase In Jharkhand

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 25-year-old man was arrested in Jharkhand after allegedly defrauding a Delhi resident of Rs 80,000 through a malicious APK link.

How AIMIM Corporator Sheltered TCS Employee Accused Of Conversion

How AIMIM Corporator Sheltered TCS Employee Accused Of Conversion

Rediff.com5 days ago

Nida Khan, a TCS employee accused of religious conversion and sexual harassment, has been arrested in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Police allege an AIMIM corporator provided her shelter. The arrest has sparked political reactions and renewed focus on workplace harassment prevention.

AI Chatbots Learn From State-Controlled Media: Analysis

AI Chatbots Learn From State-Controlled Media: Analysis

Rediff.com1 hour ago

An analysis reveals that content from state-controlled media can significantly influence the information environments that AI chatbots learn from, shaping their responses to user requests.

Youth's Suicide Attempt Turns Out To Be A Hoax

Youth's Suicide Attempt Turns Out To Be A Hoax

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 22-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh triggered a massive search operation after leaving a suicide note and belongings on a bridge, only to be found safe at home later. He confessed to faking his suicide due to family tensions and mental stress.

Deadly storms claim 31 lives in UP; houses damaged, trees uprooted

Deadly storms claim 31 lives in UP; houses damaged, trees uprooted

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Severe storms and heavy rains in Uttar Pradesh's Bhadohi and Budaun districts have resulted in 11 fatalities and widespread damage, disrupting rescue operations due to network outages.

Kriish Tyagi Advances To Pre-Quarters At Karnataka Open

Kriish Tyagi Advances To Pre-Quarters At Karnataka Open

Rediff.com1 days ago

Wildcard Kriish Tyagi progressed into the pre-quarterfinal of the Karnataka Open ATP Challenger, while Mukund Sasikumar and Manish Sureshkumar also advanced. However, other Indian players faced defeat.

Four Held With Heroin Worth Rs 1 Crore In Araria

Four Held With Heroin Worth Rs 1 Crore In Araria

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Police in Araria district, Bihar, arrested four individuals from West Bengal with heroin valued at Rs one crore. The suspects were apprehended in the Town police station area and confessed to transporting the drugs for a local dealer.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Boxer Vikas Dagar Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Boxer Vikas Dagar Murder Case

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Sumit Rana, a suspect in the murder of national-level boxer Vikas Dagar, who was killed in outer Delhi last year. Rana, a member of the Sonu gang, had been evading arrest for eight months.

West Bengal Police Investigate Killing Of BJP Leader's Aide

West Bengal Police Investigate Killing Of BJP Leader's Aide

Rediff.com7 days ago

West Bengal Police are investigating the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, and have formed multiple teams to trace the assailants.

How BJP Secured Victory In Haryana Municipal Corporation Polls

How BJP Secured Victory In Haryana Municipal Corporation Polls

Rediff.com1 days ago

The BJP has achieved significant victories in the Haryana municipal corporation elections, securing wins in Ambala and Sonipat, and leading in Panchkula. The party also won the president's post in Sampla, a stronghold of former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda, where the Congress did not field a candidate.

Saffron wave in Gujarat as BJP wins all 15 corporations, 33 dist panchayats

Saffron wave in Gujarat as BJP wins all 15 corporations, 33 dist panchayats

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The BJP has taken an early lead in the Gujarat local body elections, winning a significant number of seats as counting progresses. The Congress trails behind, while Independents and other parties, including AAP and AIMIM, have also secured seats.

Ahmedabad To Host IPL Final On May 31

Ahmedabad To Host IPL Final On May 31

Rediff.com6 May 2026

IPL final moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad; Dharamsala will host Qualifier 1, as announced by the BCCI.

Why An MP Was Booked For Calling Modi 'Anti-National'

Why An MP Was Booked For Calling Modi 'Anti-National'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Samajwadi Party MP Ajendra Singh Lodhi has been booked in Mahoba for allegedly assaulting a public official and promoting hate speech after referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as 'anti-national'. The BJP is staging protests across Uttar Pradesh in response to the remarks.

How Delhi Police Nabbed Kidnappers Who Robbed Accountant

How Delhi Police Nabbed Kidnappers Who Robbed Accountant

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 72-year-old chartered accountant was robbed, assaulted, and kidnapped from his home in Delhi. Police have arrested two suspects after a 36-hour chase.

How A Software Engineer Ran A Rs 100 Crore Online Trading Scam

How A Software Engineer Ran A Rs 100 Crore Online Trading Scam

Rediff.com2 days ago

A software engineer earning a high salary allegedly abandoned his career to run a fake online trading racket, duping investors of nearly Rs 100 crore.

Himachal Teen Commits Suicide After Failing Exam

Himachal Teen Commits Suicide After Failing Exam

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 15-year-old boy in Himachal Pradesh allegedly committed suicide after failing to clear a paper in his Class 10 board examinations. The boy was found hanging at his residence after the results were declared.

Man Held For Credit Card Fraud In Delhi

Man Held For Credit Card Fraud In Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a man from Bihar for allegedly committing credit card fraud of Rs 3.99 lakh. The accused used stolen credentials to make purchases through the victim's e-commerce account.

Robbery Accused Shot During Arrest In Sultanpur

Robbery Accused Shot During Arrest In Sultanpur

Rediff.com5 days ago

A robbery accused was shot and arrested in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after a confrontation with police. The accused and his associates had gathered to divide the stolen loot when authorities intervened.

Twin blasts rock BSF, Army camp in Punjab; police hint at ISI link

Twin blasts rock BSF, Army camp in Punjab; police hint at ISI link

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Two explosions near defence establishments in Punjab have triggered security concerns.

MP cruise tragedy: Toll rises to 9, six still missing

MP cruise tragedy: Toll rises to 9, six still missing

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A tragic cruise boat accident at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, has claimed nine lives after a sudden storm caused the vessel to capsize, prompting extensive rescue efforts.

Be Prepared For Fuel Price Hike!

Be Prepared For Fuel Price Hike!

Rediff.com1 days ago

'OMCs are incurring losses of Rs 1,000 crore per day due to the West Asia crisis.'

Opposition Slams BJP Over Odisha Law And Order Situation

Opposition Slams BJP Over Odisha Law And Order Situation

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Opposition parties in Odisha, including the BJD and Congress, have criticised the ruling BJP for failing to maintain law and order after a violent attack in Puri district. The incident, captured in a viral video, has sparked concerns about public safety and governance in the state.

Isha Ambani's Mango Accessory Cost A Whopping...

Isha Ambani's Mango Accessory Cost A Whopping...

Rediff.com7 days ago

Isha Ambani's mango accessory is definitely not for aam people and Ananya Birla's katori and chamcha mask probably costs more than both your kidneys combined.