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India advises nationals to avoid travel to Venezuela

India advises nationals to avoid travel to Venezuela

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

India has advised its nationals to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela following the capture of President Nicols Maduro by the US. The Ministry of External Affairs has also asked Indians in Venezuela to exercise extreme caution and restrict their movements.

Delhi Bike Taxi Driver Arrested After Woman Alleges Molestation

Delhi Bike Taxi Driver Arrested After Woman Alleges Molestation

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 34-year-old bike taxi driver has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly molesting a female passenger during a ride. The woman reported the incident to the police, leading to the driver's arrest and the seizure of his motorcycle.

Cristiano Ronaldo's 'injury more serious than expected'

Cristiano Ronaldo's 'injury more serious than expected'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Al-Nassr coach Jorge Jesus confirmed that Ronaldo will head to Spain for rehab after suffering injury last weekend.

T20 World Cup: ICC working on alternate flight plans for players and officials after US strikes on Iran

T20 World Cup: ICC working on alternate flight plans for players and officials after US strikes on Iran

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is developing alternate flight plans for players and officials returning from the T20 World Cup following US strikes on Iran.

BJP Protests Arrests Following Clash Before Modi's Kolkata Rally

BJP Protests Arrests Following Clash Before Modi's Kolkata Rally

Rediff.com3 days ago

BJP workers protested in Baranagar, Kolkata, demanding the release of party members arrested in connection with a clash that occurred before Prime Minister Modi's rally. The protest disrupted traffic and led to allegations of false implication and political motivation.

Stranded Windies await flight home after T20 World Cup exit

Stranded Windies await flight home after T20 World Cup exit

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The West Indies cricket team remains stranded in Kolkata due to international airspace restrictions following the T20 World Cup, while South African players also face travel disruptions.

Three die after motorcycle hit by vehicle in Sitapur

Three die after motorcycle hit by vehicle in Sitapur

Rediff.com4 days ago

Three men were killed in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh, after their motorcycle was struck by an unidentified vehicle. The victims were on their way to a wedding when the accident occurred near Basura village.

IPL: Gudakesh Motie Linked With LSG After PSL Withdrawal

IPL: Gudakesh Motie Linked With LSG After PSL Withdrawal

Rediff.com2 days ago

West Indies spinner Gudakesh Motie is being linked with a possible move to Lucknow Super Giants as a replacement for injured Wanindu Hasaranga ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 season.

Three held in Rajkot over alleged abduction and murder of Dalit man

Three held in Rajkot over alleged abduction and murder of Dalit man

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Rajkot, Gujarat, have arrested three individuals in connection with the abduction and murder of a 32-year-old Dalit man, Bhavesh Vanvi. The arrests follow protests by the Scheduled Caste community demanding justice for Vanvi's death.

Pakistan Hires Colin Batch as Hockey Head Coach Ahead of World Cup

Pakistan Hires Colin Batch as Hockey Head Coach Ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Pakistan Hockey Federation has appointed Australian Colin Batch as the new head coach of the national side ahead of this year's FIH men's World Cup.

Delhi Court Seeks Clarification in Russian Woman's Child Custody Case

Delhi Court Seeks Clarification in Russian Woman's Child Custody Case

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has requested further information from the investigating officer in the child custody case involving Viktoriaa Basu, a Russian woman accused of illegally leaving India with her child.

Charter Arranged After Sammy's Plea for Update

Charter Arranged After Sammy's Plea for Update

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

The West Indies cricket team remains stranded in India due to international airspace restrictions following the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, causing frustration among players and officials.

UK Calls for Negotiation After US-Israel Strikes on Iran

UK Calls for Negotiation After US-Israel Strikes on Iran

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The British government has called for a negotiated solution to prevent further escalation of conflict in the Middle East following joint strikes by the US and Israel on Iran, emphasizing the safety of UK nationals and the need to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.

Three Iran footballers drop asylum bid, opt to return home

Three Iran footballers drop asylum bid, opt to return home

Rediff.com3 days ago

Iranian women footballers Mona Hamoudi, Zahra Sarbali and Zahra Meshkehkar, decided to return to their country days after seeking asylum in Australia.

Nepal-bound flight returns to Bengaluru again, passengers protest

Nepal-bound flight returns to Bengaluru again, passengers protest

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Passengers traveling from Bengaluru to Kathmandu faced significant disruptions and protested at Kempegowda International Airport after their flight failed to land in Kathmandu on two consecutive days, leading to frustration and accusations of mismanagement by the airline.

Days after T20 World Cup win, Abhishek Sharma seeks blessings at Vaishno Devi

Days after T20 World Cup win, Abhishek Sharma seeks blessings at Vaishno Devi

Rediff.com5 days ago

Abhishek Sharma visited the Vaishno Devi Temple in Katra after India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory, days after his match-winning fifty in the final against New Zealand on Sunday, March 8.

'Contact with Iran difficult': Jaishankar outlines India's position on Middle East war

'Contact with Iran difficult': Jaishankar outlines India's position on Middle East war

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the Rajya Sabha on India's position regarding the escalating conflict in West Asia, emphasising the need for peace, dialogue, and the safety of civilians, while also prioritising India's energy security and trade interests.

Operation Muskan: Railway Police Find and Reunite Missing Children

Operation Muskan: Railway Police Find and Reunite Missing Children

Rediff.com5 days ago

Mumbai Railway Police's Operation Muskan successfully traced 305 missing children in a month, reuniting 247 with their families.

Law Student's Death Near Jhansi Railway Track Sparks Investigation

Law Student's Death Near Jhansi Railway Track Sparks Investigation

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 19-year-old law student was found dead near a railway track in Jhansi, India, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

YouTuber Anurag critically hurt after Delhi-Meerut Expressway accident

YouTuber Anurag critically hurt after Delhi-Meerut Expressway accident

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

YouTuber Anurag Dobhal, known for his appearance on 'Bigg Boss 17', was critically injured in a car accident on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway in Ghaziabad. The accident occurred near Hawa Hawai restaurant, and Dobhal is currently receiving treatment in the ICU at Max Super Speciality Hospital. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, including a possible suicide attempt.

Passenger booked for smoking beedi mid-air on Delhi-Goa Akasa Air flight

Passenger booked for smoking beedi mid-air on Delhi-Goa Akasa Air flight

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A passenger on an Akasa Air flight from Delhi to Goa was arrested for allegedly smoking a 'beedi' in the lavatory and possessing a lighter, endangering the safety of the flight.

Gulf War: How To Manage Investments, Household Budget

Gulf War: How To Manage Investments, Household Budget

Rediff.com1 days ago

Households should moderate large discretionary expenses for the time being.
'They should prioritise essential spending. They should maintain an emergency fund covering 6 to 12 months of expenses.'

'We're safe, but there is a bit of worry': Sindhu's coach Irwansyahh

'We're safe, but there is a bit of worry': Sindhu's coach Irwansyahh

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Indonesian coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama, who trains P V Sindhu, had a narrow escape after an explosion occurred close to where they were stationed at Dubai Airport while travelling to Birmingham for the All England Championships.

Sindhu's Coach Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

Sindhu's Coach Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Indonesian coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama, who trains P V Sindhu, had a narrow escape after an explosion occurred close to where they were stationed at Dubai Airport while travelling to Birmingham for the All England Championships.

Two Bangladeshis Held in Meghalaya for Entering Illegally

Two Bangladeshis Held in Meghalaya for Entering Illegally

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Two Bangladeshi nationals were arrested in Meghalaya's West Jaintia Hills district for entering India without valid travel documents. A local driver was also apprehended for allegedly facilitating their illegal entry.

IPL 2026 to open with RCB vs SRH in Bengaluru on March 28

IPL 2026 to open with RCB vs SRH in Bengaluru on March 28

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today announced the schedule for the first phase of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, to be played from March 28 to April 12, 2026.

Fake Indian wrestlers seek Hungary visas in suspected human trafficking bid

Fake Indian wrestlers seek Hungary visas in suspected human trafficking bid

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has alerted the Hungarian Embassy in New Delhi about forged documents submitted by individuals posing as wrestlers, raising concerns about a potential human trafficking attempt.

SpiceJet to Operate Special Flights from UAE Amid Middle East Conflict

SpiceJet to Operate Special Flights from UAE Amid Middle East Conflict

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

SpiceJet will operate 14 special flights from the UAE on Friday to bring passengers who have been stranded due to the Middle East conflict.

T20 World Cup final: Airfares skyrocket as fans rush to Ahmedabad

T20 World Cup final: Airfares skyrocket as fans rush to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Airfares to Ahmedabad have surged as cricket fans travel to the city for the T20 World Cup final. Indian Railways has introduced special trains to manage the increased demand.

Delhi Police Nab Two Drug Peddlers with Rs 12 Lakh Worth of Narcotics

Delhi Police Nab Two Drug Peddlers with Rs 12 Lakh Worth of Narcotics

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police arrested two drug peddlers in east Delhi, seizing over 21 kg of marijuana and 46 grams of smack worth approximately Rs 12 lakh.

HC orders removal of content linking Hardeep Puri's daughter to Epstein

HC orders removal of content linking Hardeep Puri's daughter to Epstein

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Delhi high court has ordered the removal of defamatory social media content falsely linking Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri's daughter to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, protecting her reputation from malicious online attacks.

New Air Ticket Refund Rules Will Help You

New Air Ticket Refund Rules Will Help You

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

While this doesn't mean that air travel is now a breeze, what it does mean is that you now have more rights and more control over your money.

One Dead, Four Injured in Gondia Wedding Bus Crash

One Dead, Four Injured in Gondia Wedding Bus Crash

Rediff.com6 days ago

A bus carrying a wedding party crashed in Gondia district, Maharashtra, resulting in one death and four injuries. The accident occurred early Thursday morning as the group was returning from a wedding in Madhya Pradesh.

Delhi CM Unveils Projects to Enhance Drainage, Road Connectivity

Delhi CM Unveils Projects to Enhance Drainage, Road Connectivity

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi Chief Minister inaugurated infrastructure projects focused on improving drainage, road connectivity, and traffic flow in Delhi, including stormwater drain remodelling, road construction, and a new healthcare facility.

2 dead as car crashes at 150 kmph while filming reel

2 dead as car crashes at 150 kmph while filming reel

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 20-year-old man and his friend died in a car crash in Gujarat after he allegedly drove at 150 km/h while recording videos for social media. Police are investigating the incident and the car's ownership.

NIA arrests 6 Ukrainians, 1 American for aiding insurgency in India

NIA arrests 6 Ukrainians, 1 American for aiding insurgency in India

Rediff.com1 days ago

The NIA alleged that the accused were in touch with ethnic armed groups in Myanmar and supported proscribed Indian insurgent outfits by supplying weapons, drones and providing training.

London Surgeon Completes First UK Remote Robotic Surgeries in Gibraltar

London Surgeon Completes First UK Remote Robotic Surgeries in Gibraltar

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A London-based surgeon of Indian origin has made medical history by successfully completing the UK's first remote robotic surgeries on patients in Gibraltar, approximately 2,400 km away.

Aiyar versus Tharoor: Congress's men of letters in war of letters

Aiyar versus Tharoor: Congress's men of letters in war of letters

Rediff.com6 days ago

A public exchange of open letters between Congress leaders Mani Shankar Aiyar and Shashi Tharoor reveals a significant rift over foreign policy, particularly concerning Israel and the Sabarimala temple issue.

Civilians Detained in Manipur: What's Behind the Rising Tensions?

Civilians Detained in Manipur: What's Behind the Rising Tensions?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Tension remains high in Manipur's Ukhrul district after Tangkhul Naga civilians were allegedly detained by villagers of another community. The incident follows recent ethnic clashes between the Kuki and Tangkhul Naga communities, prompting appeals for calm and the safe release of those detained.

Ambala Police Arrest Three Youths with 2kg of Explosives

Ambala Police Arrest Three Youths with 2kg of Explosives

Rediff.com5 days ago

Ambala police arrested three youths and recovered nearly 2 kg of explosive material from them. An investigation is underway to determine the source and intended purpose of the explosives.