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Gujarat hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 13 as two more die; 13 arrests so far

Gujarat hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 13 as two more die; 13 arrests so far

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

The death toll due to the consumption of spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district went up to 13 on Sunday after two more victims succumbed during treatment, officials said.

Aneet Padda Plays Sexual Assault Survivor In Hunkkaar: The Roar

Aneet Padda Plays Sexual Assault Survivor In Hunkkaar: The Roar

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Aneet Padda's post-Saiyaara follow-up Hunkkaar: The Roar promises a dark, provocative thriller about a young survivor taking on a godman accused of sexual abuse.

Remember These Images From 25 Years Ago?

Remember These Images From 25 Years Ago?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

As younger generations grow up without personal memories of 9/11, the 25th anniversary serves as a powerful reminder of loss, resilience, bravery and America's enduring promise to never forget.

Nepal's Dead Are Laid To Rest

Nepal's Dead Are Laid To Rest

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

The August 26, 2026 flash flood and mudslides devastated Nepal, leaving homes destroyed, families grieving, and thousands unaccounted for.'Drone views reveal mud-covered villages while survivors search for belongings and mourn loved ones. Relief operations continue as military and police forces airlift survivors, transport victims, and assist communities in the aftermath of the disaster.

Gujarat: Pregnant woman accuses 4 men of rape, forced conversion

Gujarat: Pregnant woman accuses 4 men of rape, forced conversion

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The primary suspect in a case involving allegations of repeated rape and forced religious conversion of a pregnant woman in Gujarat's Banaskantha district has been arrested, with efforts ongoing to apprehend three other relatives.

Calcutta HC grants interim protection for Abhishek Banerjee in 3 cases

Calcutta HC grants interim protection for Abhishek Banerjee in 3 cases

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

The Calcutta High Court has extended interim protection for TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee until November 30, directing police not to take coercive steps in three criminal cases, stating that custodial interrogation is not necessary.

Modi 'most anti-youth' PM: Rahul slams police action against CJP protesters

Modi 'most anti-youth' PM: Rahul slams police action against CJP protesters

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday dubbed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the "most anti-youth" PM in the country's history as he accused the government of not just failing the youth but also pouncing on them.

SC prioritises probing sexual assault complaints in NEET protests

SC prioritises probing sexual assault complaints in NEET protests

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court has directed its High-Powered Enquiry Committee to prioritise and immediately submit an interim report on complaints of sexual assault faced by women protesters during the July 20 NEET agitation at Jantar Mantar.

World Cup Brings Increased Policing, Displacement For Vancouver's Homeless

World Cup Brings Increased Policing, Displacement For Vancouver's Homeless

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The FIFA World Cup in Vancouver has intensified concerns among locals regarding increased policing and displacement of homeless individuals and drug users. Residents report more aggressive sweeps and confiscation of belongings, despite city officials stating these are routine operations and not directly influenced by the tournament.

Mandaadi Review: Soori Rules The Waves

Mandaadi Review: Soori Rules The Waves

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Mandaadi may follow a familiar sports-drama rulebook, but its thrilling boat races, terrific performances and mass moments make the ride well worth taking.

'What May Be Justice For You May Be Injustice For Me'

'What May Be Justice For You May Be Injustice For Me'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

'What Daayra tries to do is explore the greys because everything is not black and white.'

'Will properly handle differences': China as Xi visits India

'Will properly handle differences': China as Xi visits India

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping is in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, where he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This visit, his first to India in nearly seven years, comes amidst efforts to normalise India-China relations following the 2020 Eastern Ladakh standoff and is expected to have significant implications for bilateral ties and BRICS cooperation.

Is Ajay Devgn's Crime Patrol Worth Watching?

Is Ajay Devgn's Crime Patrol Worth Watching?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

While Divya Nair misses Anup Soni, who was an exceptional host and the face of Crime Patrol for several years, Ajay Devgn has managed to entice her back into this drama based on true-crime with his unique style.

Police action ends 17-day Ken-Betwa protest, activist vows to continue fight

Police action ends 17-day Ken-Betwa protest, activist vows to continue fight

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

A 15-day protest against the Ken-Betwa Link Project and other development initiatives in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, concluded after police cleared the agitation site and dispersed protesters. While police denied arrests, protesters alleged their leader, Amit Bhatnagar, was detained amidst claims of project irregularities and corruption. The project aims to provide irrigation and drinking water to the drought-prone Bundelkhand region.

K'taka youth held for posting Tipu Sultan cutout reel with pro-Pak song

K'taka youth held for posting Tipu Sultan cutout reel with pro-Pak song

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

A 23-year-old youth was arrested on Monday for allegedly posting and circulating an edited social media reel featuring a 40-foot cutout of 18th-century Mysuru ruler Tipu Sultan with a pro-Pakistan song, the police said.

Opposition to corner govt in Parl on 'police brutality' against students

Opposition to corner govt in Parl on 'police brutality' against students

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

The Congress-led Opposition is set to keep the pressure on the government in Parliament over the alleged police brutality against protesting students, demanding action against those responsible for the assault and an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sources said on Sunday.

Sena men attack hospital staff over medical bills to injured govindas

Sena men attack hospital staff over medical bills to injured govindas

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

More than a dozen Shiv Sena functionaries, including district and city unit chiefs and an MLA's son, have been booked for allegedly assaulting, abusing, and threatening hospital staff in Palghar. The incident occurred after 'govindas' injured during Dahi Handi celebrations were brought for treatment, and a dispute arose over medical bills. The NCP (SP) has condemned the incident, calling it an attack on the medical system and the rule of law, and demanded strict action.

Mammootty@75: His 10 Best Detective Dramas

Mammootty@75: His 10 Best Detective Dramas

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

From Yavanika to The Truth, these 10 Mammootty films prove that the superstar has always had a nose for gripping mysteries and unforgettable investigators.

Nepal-Tibet flood toll rises to 1,243; PM Shah flags climate change link

Nepal-Tibet flood toll rises to 1,243; PM Shah flags climate change link

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Nepal's devastating flash floods have claimed 1,127 lives, with thousands still missing a week after the disaster. Rescuers are intensifying efforts to find survivors and recover bodies across affected regions, while police work to identify victims and relocate families from high-risk areas.

India sends fresh relief materials to flood-hit Nepal; toll rises to 1,365

India sends fresh relief materials to flood-hit Nepal; toll rises to 1,365

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

India has dispatched a fresh tranche of 35 tonnes of humanitarian aid to flood-ravaged Nepal, marking the eighth special flight since devastating flash floods struck the Himalayan nation on August 26. The aid includes relief materials, specialised rescue equipment, and expert personnel, with Indian teams actively assisting in tunnel rescue operations and forensic identification of victims. The death toll has climbed to 1,365, and thousands remain missing as India reaffirms its commitment to supporting Nepal's recovery efforts.

Some Revealing Facts About India's States!

Some Revealing Facts About India's States!

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

As the world's most populous country, India's economy looks large in the aggregate even as its average incomes stay modest.

Kejriwal, Mann running syndicate to settle rape cases in Punjab: BJP

Kejriwal, Mann running syndicate to settle rape cases in Punjab: BJP

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

The BJP has accused AAP leaders, including Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal, of operating a corruption syndicate in Punjab. The allegations claim that middlemen, allegedly on behalf of Mann and his wife, demanded bribes of up to Rs 5 crore to settle rape cases. The National Human Rights Commission has ordered an inquiry into a complaint regarding these allegations.

Jharkhand protests: 3 FIRs filed against 39 named, 900 unnamed people

Jharkhand protests: 3 FIRs filed against 39 named, 900 unnamed people

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Three FIRs have been lodged against 39 named and more than 900 unnamed people in connection with clashes that broke out between the police and protesting job aspirants in Jharkhand's Giridih and Hazaribag, officials said on Sunday.

After 21 years of marriage, UP husband helps wife marry younger lover

After 21 years of marriage, UP husband helps wife marry younger lover

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

A man in Sant Kabir Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, helped solemnise the marriage of his wife, a mother of five, with her lover at a Shiva temple after she expressed her desire to live with the other man, ending marital discord.

Police Bust Gang Supplying Prohibited Medicines In UP

Police Bust Gang Supplying Prohibited Medicines In UP

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, have busted a gang involved in supplying prohibited medicines, seizing over 11 lakh Tramadol Hydrochloride capsules worth over Rs one crore. Three individuals have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing to identify other gang members and prospective buyers.

NEET-PG 2026: Chaos, protests in Jaipur as computers crash repeatedly

NEET-PG 2026: Chaos, protests in Jaipur as computers crash repeatedly

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Technical disruptions plagued the NEET-PG 2026 examination at two centres in Jaipur, leading to repeated computer shutdowns and widespread protests from candidates. Aspirants raised concerns about the fairness and confidentiality of the test, demanding an impartial inquiry into the technical failures.

Atlanta Police Brace for High-Risk Argentina-England World Cup Semi-Final

Atlanta Police Brace for High-Risk Argentina-England World Cup Semi-Final

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Atlanta Police are implementing enhanced security measures for the World Cup semi-final between Argentina and England, a match deemed high-risk due to the historical animosity between the two nations.

Rahul Gandhi's Politics Of The Street Wins New Fans

Rahul Gandhi's Politics Of The Street Wins New Fans

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Rahul Gandhi's aggressive street politics is giving him a fresh political edge, but overplaying his role could hurt his credibility with the wider opposition, predicts M R Narayan Swamy.

Student among 4 hurt as sound system collapses at Yash's 'Toxic' event

Student among 4 hurt as sound system collapses at Yash's 'Toxic' event

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Four individuals, including a student, were injured when a sound box system collapsed during the pre-release event for actor Yash's film 'Toxic' at Malla Reddy University in Hyderabad. The incident occurred after attendees climbed the structure, leading to a police case against the event organisers and university management.

Minor girl found guilty by UP JJB for five-year-old brother's murder

Minor girl found guilty by UP JJB for five-year-old brother's murder

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

A Juvenile Justice Board in Bareilly has found a minor girl guilty of murdering her five-year-old brother. The boy was allegedly killed after he caught his sister in a compromising position with a man and threatened to tell their mother. The girl's alleged lover has already been sentenced to life imprisonment in connection with the same case. The board will issue a separate order on the quantum of punishment for the juvenile.

Punjab: 2 unidentified gunmen open fire at Ludhiana pizza shop

Punjab: 2 unidentified gunmen open fire at Ludhiana pizza shop

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Two unidentified individuals opened fire at a pizza outlet in Ludhiana, Punjab, late Tuesday night. CCTV footage captured the incident, which police are investigating. A social media group has claimed responsibility, and authorities are verifying the post.

Andhra MP's son booked after speeding car kills woman

Andhra MP's son booked after speeding car kills woman

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Lingamaneni Sanjush, son of Andhra Pradesh Rajya Sabha MP Lingamaneni Ramesh, has been booked by Hyderabad police following a fatal car accident. Sanjush allegedly hit and killed a 26-year-old saleswoman, Bharati Mukhi, with his luxury car while she was crossing the road. A case of causing death by negligence has been registered, but Sanjush was not arrested as it is a bailable offence.

12 bootleggers detained, 21 others booked after Gujarat hooch tragedy

12 bootleggers detained, 21 others booked after Gujarat hooch tragedy

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Seven people have died and 30 others are hospitalised in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district after consuming spurious liquor. Police have detained 12 bootleggers and registered an FIR against 21 individuals. The victims reportedly consumed illicit liquor from duplicate bottles of an IMFL brand, with preliminary investigations suggesting the supply originated from Madhya Pradesh.

84 Indians rescued in Nepal floods, search ops continue: MEA

84 Indians rescued in Nepal floods, search ops continue: MEA

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The devastating flash floods wreaked havoc across Nepal, with the ministry of external affairs on Thursday stating that 84 Indian nationals have been rescued while 290 remain uncontactable as the Himalayan nation stepped up search, rescue and relief operations following the disaster that has claimed more than 390 lives.

BRICS ahead, Delhi rains put civic coordination under spotlight

BRICS ahead, Delhi rains put civic coordination under spotlight

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Heavy rainfall caused significant waterlogging in New Delhi, particularly near IGI Airport, just days before the BRICS Summit. The incident highlighted coordination issues among various city agencies, with PWD officials attributing some flooding to other departments, despite a recent review meeting by the Lieutenant Governor to ensure inter-agency synergy.

AAP MLA Kuldeep Kumar released after Delhi HC intervenes

AAP MLA Kuldeep Kumar released after Delhi HC intervenes

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

AAP MLA Kuldeep Kumar, who was allegedly 'picked up' by plainclothes police officers, has been released, police informed the Delhi High Court. His family had filed a habeas corpus petition alleging illegal detention, claiming he was taken from his home while leading a protest for a murdered sanitation worker.

Gaur kills Kerala man, kin dies of heart attack; villagers protest

Gaur kills Kerala man, kin dies of heart attack; villagers protest

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

A man was killed by a gaur in Kozhikode, Kerala, followed by the death of his relative from a heart attack. Villagers are refusing to cremate the bodies until the government assures action against wild gaurs, demanding compensation and elimination of the animals from residential areas.

UP nursery teacher brands boy with heated knife for urinating in trousers

UP nursery teacher brands boy with heated knife for urinating in trousers

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

A nursery teacher in Varanasi allegedly branded a five-year-old boy with a heated knife after he urinated in his pants, reportedly due to being denied restroom access. An FIR has been registered against the teacher, principal, and school management following a complaint by the child's father.

Ram Temple theft: Police seek custody of 2 accused after fresh disclosure

Ram Temple theft: Police seek custody of 2 accused after fresh disclosure

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

Police investigating the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya have requested seven-day custody for two jailed accused, Ram Shankar Yadav and Subhash Srivastava. This request follows new disclosures that necessitate further verification and recovery of evidence. The court is set to hear the remand application on July 14, as investigators scrutinise financial transactions and property purchases to trace the diverted funds.

Make HIV Tests Compulsory Before A Wedding

Make HIV Tests Compulsory Before A Wedding

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

We check horoscopes. We check family background. We check whether the boy has a 'government job' or the girl 'knows how to cook'. Somewhere in this elaborate audit, nobody thought to ask: Hey, are you both healthy?