News for 'UP State'

Adityanath Blames Graft For UP's 'BIMARU' Status

Adityanath Blames Graft For UP's 'BIMARU' Status

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributed the state's 'BIMARU' (sick) status to corruption during previous governments, emphasising the need for transparency and meritocracy in recruitment processes. He highlighted improvements in medical facilities and increased government job opportunities for young people in Uttar Pradesh.

Woman Found Hanging In UP, Husband Questioned

Woman Found Hanging In UP, Husband Questioned

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A 30-year-old woman was found dead in her room in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, and her husband has been detained for questioning.

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah refuted claims that southern states will have reduced representation in the Lok Sabha after the implementation of women's reservation and delimitation of constituencies, assuring an increase in both the number of seats and percentage of power.

MIT-WPU Researchers Create Innovative Noise-Reducing Industrial Enclosure

MIT-WPU Researchers Create Innovative Noise-Reducing Industrial Enclosure

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Researchers at MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU) Pune have developed a new protective enclosure for industrial abrasive saw machines. This innovative technology significantly reduces noise levels by up to 20 dB(A) while also containing sparks, dust, and flying debris, enhancing worker safety and welfare.

BIT Mesra Teams Up With NESAC For Geospatial Tech

BIT Mesra Teams Up With NESAC For Geospatial Tech

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Birla Institute of Technology (BIT) Mesra has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC) to formalise cooperation in geospatial technologies.

Bengal LoP row: Mamata-led TMC moves HC against Speaker's decision

Bengal LoP row: Mamata-led TMC moves HC against Speaker's decision

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Trinamool Congress has moved the Calcutta High Court to challenge the West Bengal Assembly Speaker's decision to recognise Ritabrata Banerjee as the Leader of Opposition, citing that 58 of its 80 MLAs supported him over the party's official nominee. The court has scheduled an urgent hearing for June 11, ahead of the 18th Assembly session starting June 18.

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Amit Shah Counters Concerns Over Southern States' Representation After Delimitation

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah refuted claims that southern states will have reduced representation in the Lok Sabha after the implementation of women's reservation and delimitation of constituencies, assuring an increase in both the number of seats and percentage of power.

EC tells officials to flag suspected foreign nationals during SIR

EC tells officials to flag suspected foreign nationals during SIR

Rediff.com3 days ago

The EC also underlined that for electors whose enumeration forms have not returned, the Booth Level Officers (BLOs) would identify a probable cause, such as absent, shifted, dead and duplicate entry based on an inquiry from the nearby electors and would note the same.

UP Police Nab Drug Trafficker, Seize Cough Syrup Worth Crores

UP Police Nab Drug Trafficker, Seize Cough Syrup Worth Crores

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) has arrested an alleged drug trafficker in Mirzapur and seized over 13,000 bottles of illegal codeine-based cough syrup worth approximately Rs 1.6 crore.

Mamata's crisis deepens as another TMC leader arrested

Mamata's crisis deepens as another TMC leader arrested

Rediff.com1 days ago

Trinamool Congress leader and former Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation chairman, Sabyasachi Dutta, has been arrested in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district on charges of extortion and criminal intimidation following a businessman's complaint.

CM Vijay Honours Praggnanandhaa, Gets Checkmated In Friendly Chess Match

CM Vijay Honours Praggnanandhaa, Gets Checkmated In Friendly Chess Match

Rediff.com2 days ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay honoured Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa with a Rs 50 lakh incentive after his historic Norway Chess title win. The Chief Minister also played a friendly game of chess with the 20-year-old Grandmaster, where he was checkmated by the young prodigy.

Delhi Government Orders Audit Of Key Industrial Zones

Delhi Government Orders Audit Of Key Industrial Zones

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Delhi government has announced a comprehensive audit of the Narela and Bawana industrial areas, covering the period from 2011-12 to 2025-26. The audit, initiated by the DSIIDC, aims to identify financial irregularities, fund diversions, and their financial impact within these public-private partnership projects.

Ahead of World Cup 2026, Pope Leo XIV throws his support behind team USA

Ahead of World Cup 2026, Pope Leo XIV throws his support behind team USA

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pope Leo may have traded his life in Chicago for the ornate apartments at the Vatican's apostolic palace, but he still plans to root for his old national team at the World Cup this month.

West Bengal Transfers Land To BSF For India-Bangladesh Border Fencing

West Bengal Transfers Land To BSF For India-Bangladesh Border Fencing

Rediff.com7 days ago

The West Bengal government has transferred approximately 32 acres of land to the Border Security Force (BSF) for fencing along the India-Bangladesh border, a process that had been pending for several years. The state cabinet also approved proposals for additional land transfers for permanent border outposts and further fencing work in various districts.

Big twist: Rajya Sabha nomination of Cong's Meenakshi Natarajan rejected

Big twist: Rajya Sabha nomination of Cong's Meenakshi Natarajan rejected

Rediff.com15 hours ago

A complaint was submitted by BJP candidate Mahesh Kewat, contesting the third Rajya Sabha seat, to the Returning Officer alleging that Natarajan deliberately hid information about a case filed against her in Telangana.

India Condemns Pakistan's Brutality In PoK, Seeks Global Accountability

India Condemns Pakistan's Brutality In PoK, Seeks Global Accountability

Rediff.com22 hours ago

India has strongly criticised Pakistan for its alleged brutality and human rights abuses in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), following reports of police violence against protesters. New Delhi has called on the international community to hold Pakistan accountable, while Pakistan's own human rights body has also expressed alarm over the situation.

Order rejecting Natarajan's RS nomination egregious: Cong after EC meet

Order rejecting Natarajan's RS nomination egregious: Cong after EC meet

Rediff.com32 minutes ago

The Congress party has formally appealed to the Election Commission, demanding an immediate reversal of the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination for the Rajya Sabha polls, labelling the decision as 'egregious' and a 'subversion of democracy'.

East Delhi Robbery: Woman Tied Up, Jewellery Worth Rs 8 Lakh Stolen

East Delhi Robbery: Woman Tied Up, Jewellery Worth Rs 8 Lakh Stolen

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Two unidentified men allegedly robbed a residence in east Delhi's Trilok Puri, stealing cash and jewellery worth approximately Rs 8 lakh after tying up a lone woman in the house.

Unidentified Robbers Target Elderly Man In Kerala Home

Unidentified Robbers Target Elderly Man In Kerala Home

Rediff.com3 days ago

Three unidentified individuals broke into an elderly man's home in Mullakkara, Thrissur, tying him up and stealing gold ornaments worth Rs 49.5 lakh and Rs 50,000 in cash. The police have launched an investigation, examining CCTV footage and tracking vehicles near the National Highway.

What Modi Govt Plans To Do About Illegal Immigration

What Modi Govt Plans To Do About Illegal Immigration

Rediff.com1 days ago

The NDA government has gradually nuanced its position on the issue of demographic challenge.

NCW Investigates Brutal Murder Of UP Teen As Possible Honour Killing

NCW Investigates Brutal Murder Of UP Teen As Possible Honour Killing

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of reports related to the murder of a teen girl from Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, whose body was found in a train coach in Lucknow, suspecting a possible honour killing or hate crime.

Lalu, Rabri's security cover withdrawn, RJD men guard home

Lalu, Rabri's security cover withdrawn, RJD men guard home

Rediff.com3 days ago

RJD spokesperson Shakti Yadav staged a protest outside Rabri Devi's residence after the Bihar government downgraded the security cover for the Lalu Prasad family. The RJD alleges this is an insult and a threat, while the ruling NDA maintains the decision is based on standard security protocols and should be respected. The move follows the allotment of Rabri Devi's long-occupied bungalow to a BJP minister.

Focus on your studies: Pradhan to NEET aspirants amid row

Focus on your studies: Pradhan to NEET aspirants amid row

Rediff.com20 hours ago

After reviewing the preparations at the headquarters of the National Testing Agency (NTA), Pradhan said meetings have been held under the Cabinet secretary, and all the states have been asked to cooperate.

Viral Video Incident: Man Retracts Police Assault Claim, Cites Misunderstanding

Viral Video Incident: Man Retracts Police Assault Claim, Cites Misunderstanding

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man in Chhattisgarh's Dhamtari district has retracted his accusation of assault against a police officer during a late-night vehicle check, stating it was a "misunderstanding." The incident, which involved a viral video, saw the man, S Kishor, initially alleging misbehaviour, but he has now clarified that police did not demand a bribe and he should have been more cooperative.

Sri Lanka Court Imposes Travel Ban On Gotabaya Rajapaksa Over Easter Attack Probe

Sri Lanka Court Imposes Travel Ban On Gotabaya Rajapaksa Over Easter Attack Probe

Rediff.com7 days ago

A Sri Lankan court has imposed an overseas travel ban on former president Gotabaya Rajapaksa and two former military officers in connection with ongoing investigations into the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks. The ban was issued after the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) raised concerns that their flight could hamper the probe into the coordinated suicide bombings that killed 270 people. The current government reopened the investigation in late 2024, alleging political influence led to an earlier cover-up.

Mumbai Bomb Threat Emails Target Key Offices

Mumbai Bomb Threat Emails Target Key Offices

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and other key Mumbai offices received email threats warning of explosions, prompting a major security alert and investigation by Mumbai Police. The emails allegedly referenced Khalistan and targeted the Mayor's office, CMO, and BSE building.

India widens nuke arsenal lead over Pak: SIPRI report

India widens nuke arsenal lead over Pak: SIPRI report

Rediff.com2 days ago

A new report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) indicates that India has expanded its nuclear arsenal and is developing long-range weapons capable of reaching targets across China, while also maintaining focus on its rivalry with Pakistan.

How J&K Police Are Dismantling Drug Networks In Samba

How J&K Police Are Dismantling Drug Networks In Samba

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district have arrested two alleged drug peddlers in separate operations, recovering over 113 grams of heroin-like substance valued at more than Rs 50 lakh. The arrests are part of an ongoing drug-free campaign, with one accused identified as a notorious peddler. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to continuing anti-narcotics operations to curb drug smuggling.

Police Encounter Leads To Cow Smuggler's Arrest In Nuh

Police Encounter Leads To Cow Smuggler's Arrest In Nuh

Rediff.com1 days ago

Nuh police apprehended an alleged cow smuggler, identified as Aslam, following a brief encounter on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. The accused sustained gunshot injuries and was hospitalised, while an accomplice managed to flee. Police recovered five cattle, an illegal firearm, and cartridges from the scene.

Nepalese National Arrested With Illegal Charas In UP

Nepalese National Arrested With Illegal Charas In UP

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A Nepalese national was arrested near the Indo-Nepal border in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich district with 4.66 kilograms of illegal charas worth about Rs 2.5 crore.

What's Rajendra Arlekar Up To?

What's Rajendra Arlekar Up To?

Rediff.com9 May 2026

By asking Vijay to produce letters of majority support before inviting him to form the government, the governor risks overstepping established Constitutional principles, notes Harishchandra.

Karnataka CM Shivakumar Announces Student Bus Passes, Job Exchange

Karnataka CM Shivakumar Announces Student Bus Passes, Job Exchange

Rediff.com6 days ago

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar announced several welfare schemes, including free bus passes for students, a private employment exchange, and initiatives for youth and farmers, shortly after assuming office.

Negligence Alleged After Father Dies In Udaipur Road Accident

Negligence Alleged After Father Dies In Udaipur Road Accident

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 50-year-old man died and his son was injured in Udaipur, Rajasthan, when their motorcycle crashed into a cement pipe at an under-construction culvert. They were rushing to a hospital where the man's daughter was admitted after an alleged suicide attempt. Villagers have protested, citing negligence at the construction site.

Negligence Alleged After Father Dies In Udaipur Road Accident

Negligence Alleged After Father Dies In Udaipur Road Accident

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 50-year-old man died and his son was injured in Udaipur, Rajasthan, when their motorcycle crashed into a cement pipe at an under-construction culvert. They were rushing to a hospital where the man's daughter was admitted after an alleged suicide attempt. Villagers have protested, citing negligence at the construction site.

Car used in Suvendu aide's murder purchased in UP: Police

Car used in Suvendu aide's murder purchased in UP: Police

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Police and eyewitnesses have revealed that the car used in the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, was purchased in Ballia. The CBI and Uttar Pradesh STF are intensifying raids to locate Gyanendra Pratap Singh, a key figure in the case.

What Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Is Doing For Kangana Ranaut's Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata

What Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Is Doing For Kangana Ranaut's Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata

Rediff.com1 hour ago

'The real Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata are the citizens of our country.' 'The Delhi government will make the film tax-free in the city so that every citizen is able to watch it.'

PSU External Borrowings May Top $15 Billion in FY27 Amid RBI Incentives

PSU External Borrowings May Top $15 Billion in FY27 Amid RBI Incentives

Rediff.com2 days ago

State-owned enterprises in India are projected to significantly increase their overseas borrowings, potentially exceeding $15 billion in FY27, driven by the Reserve Bank of India's new concessional forex swap facility which offers a 3 per cent funding-cost advantage.

Dacoits In Underwear Rob UP Villages, Beat Women For Cooking Chicken

Dacoits In Underwear Rob UP Villages, Beat Women For Cooking Chicken

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Dacoits dressed only in undergarments terrorised villages in Uttar Pradesh, holding families hostage and assaulting them, including beating women for cooking chicken.

EC may roll out SIR in 22 states, UTs after 5-state assembly polls

EC may roll out SIR in 22 states, UTs after 5-state assembly polls

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Election Commission of India is considering launching the final phase of its special intensive revision of voters' lists in the remaining states and Union territories after the assembly elections conclude.

Govt may give fresh push to delimitation with Oppn in disarray

Govt may give fresh push to delimitation with Oppn in disarray

Rediff.com18 hours ago

As more opposition MPs are now aligning with the ruling NDA, sources in the government indicated that possibilities are being explored to give a fresh push to the delimitation legislation in Parliament.