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Gurugram Police Seize Motorcycle Over Rs 2.29 Lakh In Unpaid Fines

Gurugram Police Seize Motorcycle Over Rs 2.29 Lakh In Unpaid Fines

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gurugram Traffic Police impounded a motorcycle with 93 unpaid traffic challans amounting to Rs 2.29 lakh during a special enforcement drive. The violations primarily included riding without a helmet and breaching zebra crossing rules. Police are also raising awareness and targeting vehicles with challans pending over 90 days, while urging compliance with HSRP plates.

Heer Sara Review: This Road Trip Needed More Danger!

Heer Sara Review: This Road Trip Needed More Danger!

Rediff.com5 days ago

Heer Sara needed a lot more fizz, humour, and maybe even some stranger danger, suggests Deepa Gahlot.

TMC leader Jahangir Khan taken to Falta in 2021 post-poll violence probe

TMC leader Jahangir Khan taken to Falta in 2021 post-poll violence probe

Rediff.com5 days ago

TMC leader Jahangir Khan, a close aide to Abhishek Banerjee, was made to walk through areas of Falta as part of an investigation into the 2021 post-poll violence. Khan, currently in police custody, was arrested while allegedly trying to flee and is being investigated for his role in the alleged violence.

Delhi Court Delays Verdict In IB Officer Ankit Sharma Murder Case

Delhi Court Delays Verdict In IB Officer Ankit Sharma Murder Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Delhi court has deferred its verdict in the murder case of Intelligence Bureau officer Ankit Sharma, who was killed during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, to July 7. Former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and 10 others are accused in the case, facing charges including murder, rioting, and criminal conspiracy.

Why France are favourites to win the World Cup

Why France are favourites to win the World Cup

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

With Kylian Mbappe's depth and experience, economists predict France are tipped to edge Spain to lift World Cup.

Age is just a number as veterans take centre stage at FIFA World Cup

Age is just a number as veterans take centre stage at FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com7 days ago

A record eight players aged 40 or older have been selected to play at the tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States - one more than at all the past 22 tournaments combined.

AI171 crash: Life is 'far more difficult' for lone survivor

AI171 crash: Life is 'far more difficult' for lone survivor

Rediff.com4 days ago

Viswashkumar Ramesh, the lone survivor of Flight 171 which crashed a year ago in Ahmedabad, has spoken out about his ongoing struggles with 'sleep, anxiety and difficult memories,' highlighting the profound and lasting impact of the disaster.

Flipkart Strengthens Tech Leadership With Strategic AI And Fintech Appointments

Flipkart Strengthens Tech Leadership With Strategic AI And Fintech Appointments

Rediff.com4 days ago

E-commerce major Flipkart has announced significant appointments to its technology leadership team, bringing in experts in artificial intelligence, data science, fintech, and core engineering. These strategic hires, including Goda Ramkumar, Mohan Palisetti, and Nitesh Jain, are aimed at strengthening Flipkart's capabilities in these critical areas to better serve India's expanding digital consumer and seller base.

Flipkart Strengthens Tech Leadership With Strategic AI And Fintech Appointments

Flipkart Strengthens Tech Leadership With Strategic AI And Fintech Appointments

Rediff.com4 days ago

E-commerce major Flipkart has announced significant appointments to its technology leadership team, bringing in experts in artificial intelligence, data science, fintech, and core engineering. These strategic hires, including Goda Ramkumar, Mohan Palisetti, and Nitesh Jain, are aimed at strengthening Flipkart's capabilities in these critical areas to better serve India's expanding digital consumer and seller base.

Trump calls off Iran strikes hours after threat; cites breakthrough in talks

Trump calls off Iran strikes hours after threat; cites breakthrough in talks

Rediff.com5 days ago

Hours after warning that the United States could strike Iran "very hard tonight", President Donald Trump announced to halt planned military action, despite earlier threats to target Kharg Island and other key Iranian oil facilities.

Manav Suthar Signs For Warwickshire After Stunning Test Debut

Manav Suthar Signs For Warwickshire After Stunning Test Debut

Rediff.com6 days ago

After a dream debut in the one-off Test against Afghanistan recently, India spinner Manav Suthar signed a short-term deal with English county side Warwickshire.

Surya's axing will set precedent: Ashwin

Surya's axing will set precedent: Ashwin

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

R Ashwin has questioned India's decision to drop T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav, calling it a significant selection precedent and suggesting the star batter deserved more time to rediscover form.

Croatia bank on Modric for one last World Cup push

Croatia bank on Modric for one last World Cup push

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Luka Modric is expected to lead Croatia at what could be his final World Cup as Zlatko Dalic's side aim to continue their remarkable record of success on football's biggest stage despite fitness concerns over their captain.

Sri Lanka Easter Attack Victims Demand Unhindered Probe

Sri Lanka Easter Attack Victims Demand Unhindered Probe

Rediff.com5 days ago

Kin of 2019 Easter Sunday attack victims in Sri Lanka protested against alleged opposition attempts to obstruct ongoing investigations. The protests follow the arrest of former intelligence chief Suresh Sallay and accusations of political conspiracy related to the attacks. The current government has reopened the probe, citing past political interference.

SUV Driver Under Alcohol Influence Kills Pedestrian In Delhi

SUV Driver Under Alcohol Influence Kills Pedestrian In Delhi

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

A 55-year-old pedestrian was killed in Delhi's Rajouri Garden after being hit by an SUV whose 27-year-old driver was allegedly under the influence of alcohol. The victim remains unidentified, while the driver has been arrested and his vehicle seized.

Want To Own Ultra-Exclusive Cars?

Want To Own Ultra-Exclusive Cars?

Rediff.com1 days ago

'I own a few cars that I have had specified minutely to my taste, and it does feel nice to know that there are no other vehicles like them anywhere in the world.'

North India Grapples With Intense Heatwave Conditions

North India Grapples With Intense Heatwave Conditions

Rediff.com6 days ago

Punjab and Haryana are experiencing severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures soaring several notches above normal. Bathinda recorded the highest temperature at 46.2 degrees Celsius, while Rohtak reached 44.5 degrees Celsius, impacting daily life across the region.

FIFA World Cup controversy? Senegal explains airport security video

FIFA World Cup controversy? Senegal explains airport security video

Rediff.com6 days ago

Videos circulated online showed Senegal players being screened by airport security before travelling from Raleigh, North Carolina to San Antonio, Texas for a warm-up friendly against Saudi Arabia ahead of the tournament.

Injury-riddled Brazil face Morocco test in World Cup opener

Injury-riddled Brazil face Morocco test in World Cup opener

Rediff.com5 days ago

Carlos Ancelotti's Brazil commence their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against plucky Morocco, who come into the mega event on the back of some pre-tournament turbulence.

Unnao Woman Dies Post-Marriage, In-Laws Accused Of Dowry Harassment

Unnao Woman Dies Post-Marriage, In-Laws Accused Of Dowry Harassment

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 20-year-old woman, Chandni, died under suspicious circumstances in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, less than a month after her marriage. Her family has accused her husband and in-laws of dowry harassment and murder, claiming they demanded a car despite receiving a motorcycle at the wedding. Police are investigating the matter, questioning the in-laws, and awaiting the post-mortem report.

Geopolitical Tensions, AI Risks Prompt Citi to Cut Nifty Target to 26,000

Geopolitical Tensions, AI Risks Prompt Citi to Cut Nifty Target to 26,000

Rediff.com4 days ago

Global brokerage Citi has reduced its Nifty 50 index target to 26,000 from 27,000, citing persistent geopolitical tensions, risks to corporate earnings growth, and concerns about India's role in the global artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem.

Mahant Brutally Murdered In Kota Over Trust Dispute

Mahant Brutally Murdered In Kota Over Trust Dispute

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A 35-year-old Mahant of Chandrasel Math in Kota was brutally stabbed to death by unidentified assailants. Police suspect the motive behind the murder is a dispute over the ownership of the Math's trust and the Mahant's position. Religious leaders and family members are refusing to perform last rites until the culprits are apprehended, drawing condemnation from the Leader of Opposition.

ODI series: MI's Ghazanfar eager to test his skills against India's star batters

ODI series: MI's Ghazanfar eager to test his skills against India's star batters

Rediff.com7 days ago

Having observed Rohit Sharma up close during his stint with Mumbai Indians, Afghanistan's rising spin star AM Ghazanfar is eager to put those learnings to the test when he takes on the Indian batting great in the upcoming ODI series.

BJP's 'Operation Lotus' has failed: TMC's Kirti Azad

BJP's 'Operation Lotus' has failed: TMC's Kirti Azad

Rediff.com4 days ago

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has accused the BJP of orchestrating 'Operation Lotus' to induce defections from the Mamata Banerjee-led party, citing recent resignations and meetings of dissident MPs as evidence of an organised attempt to weaken the TMC.

Hindi Cinema Is Incomplete Without The Muslim

Hindi Cinema Is Incomplete Without The Muslim

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

As time went by, different facets of the Hindi cinema started showing the complicated identity of Muslim -- sometimes tendentious and at other times perverse and unreliable.

India's Golf Team Set For Asian Games Challenge

India's Golf Team Set For Asian Games Challenge

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

The Indian Golf Union has announced a six-member team for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, featuring experienced players like Aditi Ashok and Yuvraj Sandhu, with high hopes for podium finishes given India's strong history in the sport at the Games.

CRPF Jawan's Family Attacked: A Call For Justice

CRPF Jawan's Family Attacked: A Call For Justice

Rediff.com6 days ago

A CRPF jawan has sought protection for his family in Kanpur after a local history-sheeter allegedly attacked his home while he was on duty. The jawan's viral video highlights concerns for soldiers' families, prompting police to register an FIR and initiate action against the accused.

Why A Teenager Allegedly Hacked His Father To Death In Alwar

Why A Teenager Allegedly Hacked His Father To Death In Alwar

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 17-year-old boy has been detained in Alwar, Rajasthan, for allegedly murdering his father with a sharp-edged weapon while he was asleep. The incident followed a verbal altercation and the father's recent alcohol consumption, with police investigating further.

Half of Indian companies to adopt AI payroll in a year, ADP report finds

Half of Indian companies to adopt AI payroll in a year, ADP report finds

Rediff.com4 days ago

A new report by ADP reveals that one in two Indian companies plan to adopt AI-powered payroll systems within the next 12 months, driven by the need for automation in workforce management, compliance, and compensation decisions. However, firms are increasingly cautious about data protection risks, especially with the implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.

Why TMC Leader Jahangir Khan Is Under Police Scrutiny For Post-Poll Violence

Why TMC Leader Jahangir Khan Is Under Police Scrutiny For Post-Poll Violence

Rediff.com5 days ago

TMC leader Jahangir Khan, a close aide to Abhishek Banerjee, was made to walk through areas of Falta as part of an investigation into the 2021 post-poll violence. Khan, currently in police custody, was arrested while allegedly trying to flee and is being investigated for his role in the alleged violence.

World Cup 2026: Watch Out For These 6 Dark Horses!

World Cup 2026: Watch Out For These 6 Dark Horses!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Morocco, Norway, Turkey, Colombia, Mexico and Japan are among the leading dark horses for FIFA World Cup 2026, with each side possessing the talent and momentum to challenge football's traditional powers.

HC pulls up Trinamool MP Yusuf Pathan over Vadodara land occupation

HC pulls up Trinamool MP Yusuf Pathan over Vadodara land occupation

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

No one can do this, the Gujarat high court said on Monday, questioning how former cricketer and Trinamool Congress MP Yusuf Pathan occupied public land in Vadodara without paying a single penny, even after the state government had refused the allotment proposal.

Rishabh Pant must check his flamboyance and work on 'vulnerable' temperament: Kirmani

Rishabh Pant must check his flamboyance and work on 'vulnerable' temperament: Kirmani

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former India cricketer Syed Kirmani says wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant needs to check his flamboyance, work on his physical fitness and "vulnerable" temperament if he wishes to play all formats for the country again.

Is A Woman's Consent Only Worth Rs 370?

Is A Woman's Consent Only Worth Rs 370?

Rediff.com4 days ago

I have spent the last couple of days trying to understand what exactly is making me so angry about the viral controversy surrounding comedian Pranit More's crowd-work show. At first, I thought it was because of the audience member whose story has now sparked outrage across social media. Then I thought it was because of the comedian's response.

India: World's Biggest Plastic Polluter

India: World's Biggest Plastic Polluter

Rediff.com6 days ago

India generates 9.3 million tonnes of plastic waste annually, nearly 20 per cent of the world's total.

3rd vessel with Indians hit by US Navy, all crew members evacuated

3rd vessel with Indians hit by US Navy, all crew members evacuated

Rediff.com5 days ago

India has expressed 'deep worry' and strongly protested to the US after three merchant ships carrying Indian crew members came under attack from the American military off the coast of Oman in four days, resulting in the deaths of three Indian seafarers.

War with Iran ended, declares Trump; Tehran says 'nothing' finalised

War with Iran ended, declares Trump; Tehran says 'nothing' finalised

Rediff.com4 days ago

US President Donald Trump announced that a peace deal with Iran, which includes a commitment from Iran to abandon nuclear weapons, is nearly complete and expected to be signed in Europe this weekend. This development follows Trump's decision to call off military strikes against Iran hours after threatening to take control of its oil industry.

Delhi Police Personnel Swiftly Rescue Man From Suicide Attempt In Ghazipur

Delhi Police Personnel Swiftly Rescue Man From Suicide Attempt In Ghazipur

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Delhi Police personnel swiftly intervened to rescue a 22-year-old man who attempted suicide by hanging himself in Ghazipur. The man was found locked in his room, and officers broke in to prevent the tragedy, later arranging medical care and counselling.

CPI(M) Alleges Sabotage In Sabarimala Gold Case Over Lawyer Appointment

CPI(M) Alleges Sabotage In Sabarimala Gold Case Over Lawyer Appointment

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Congress-led UDF government's decision to appoint a defence lawyer for the accused in the Sabarimala gold loss case as a Devaswom advocate has drawn strong criticism from the opposition CPI(M), which alleges the move is an attempt to sabotage the ongoing probe and protect political figures.

Goodbye, Shastri Bhawan

Goodbye, Shastri Bhawan

Rediff.com4 days ago

As Shastri Bhawan nears demolition, one of Delhi's most iconic government buildings leaves behind six decades of stories, power, journalism and public life.