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Bombay HC flags Aadhaar, PAN card fraud by infiltrators

Bombay HC flags Aadhaar, PAN card fraud by infiltrators

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The Bombay High Court has identified a worrying trend of foreign nationals infiltrating India, fraudulently acquiring documents like Aadhaar and PAN cards to claim Indian citizenship. The court highlighted serious gaps in inter-agency coordination and document verification, noting that some individuals have engaged in anti-national activities. It urged the Centre to amend the Aadhaar Act to facilitate tracing and deportation, and to establish procedures for dealing with human trafficking and border infiltration. The ruling came during a case involving an Afghan national who overstayed his visa and obtained fake documents to secure an Indian passport.

Australia selectors ponder Lyon role amid pace push

Australia selectors ponder Lyon role amid pace push

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Nathan Lyon, Australia's second-highest Test wicket-taker, faces increasing pressure on his automatic selection in the Test squad.

Dolly Parton's Final Wish Was...

Dolly Parton's Final Wish Was...

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Dolly Parton, who passed away at 80, expressed a unique final wish to be laid to rest in a 'beautiful bed of plush cotton.'

Fashion Quick Commerce Gets Festive Boost

Fashion Quick Commerce Gets Festive Boost

Rediff.com2 days ago

Qcom platforms are prioritising convenience, selection, AI-driven inventory planning and loyalty rewards over deep discounting.

Mamdani opposes RSS chief's Madison Square event, but can't stop it

Mamdani opposes RSS chief's Madison Square event, but can't stop it

Rediff.com16 hours ago

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has voiced his opposition to the upcoming event at Madison Square Garden where RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is scheduled to address the Indian diaspora. Mamdani, however, noted that the city might lack jurisdiction to cancel the private event, which has also drawn protests from various interfaith and civil rights organisations.

Who Is Saransh Jain, India's Oldest Test Debutant?

Who Is Saransh Jain, India's Oldest Test Debutant?

Rediff.com3 days ago

Saransh Jain, the 33-year-old Madhya Pradesh all-rounder, made his India Test debut against Sri Lanka, replacing the injured Kuldeep Yadav, a testament to his consistent domestic performances.

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.

Check Out The IPL's Highest Earning Coaches

Check Out The IPL's Highest Earning Coaches

Rediff.com6 days ago

Ricky Ponting and Ashish Nehra are reportedly the highest-earning coaches in the Indian Premier League, each commanding approximately Rs 9.5 crore per season for their roles with Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans, respectively.

'Salman Makes A Scene Memorable'

'Salman Makes A Scene Memorable'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Even if it's just a short moment, he creates something that is pure cinema.'

'I can play cricket again': Anaya Bangar gets Cricket Australia eligibility boost

'I can play cricket again': Anaya Bangar gets Cricket Australia eligibility boost

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former Mumbai U-19 cricketer Anaya Bangar can play elite women's cricket in Australia from March 2027, subject to Cricket Australia's eligibility criteria.

AMI To Deploy 9,000 Nvidia Rubin GPUs

AMI To Deploy 9,000 Nvidia Rubin GPUs

Rediff.com12 hours ago

The Hyderabad AI factory is being designed to run some of the world's largest and most sophisticated AI models, including trillion-parameter models and next-generation agentic AI applications.

IIT steps in to ease queues at Puri Jagannath Temple

IIT steps in to ease queues at Puri Jagannath Temple

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Odisha government has roped in IIT-Bhubaneswar to introduce a queue management system at the Jagannath Temple in Puri, including setting up wooden ramps for a clearer view of the deities, law minister Prithiviraj Harichandan said on Tuesday.

India sees Rs 4,896 crore FDI in 29 projects after easing China stake norms

India sees Rs 4,896 crore FDI in 29 projects after easing China stake norms

Rediff.com4 days ago

India has attracted foreign direct investment (FDI) worth approximately 4,896 crore across 29 projects since May, following the government's relaxation of norms under Press Note 2 of 2026. The revised rules permit investment without government approval from entities with up to 10 per cent non-controlling ownership by land-bordering countries.

Shahana Goswami On The Rediff Podcast: 'If Someone Wants An Open Relationship...'

Shahana Goswami On The Rediff Podcast: 'If Someone Wants An Open Relationship...'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'...Because they want to sexually engage with multiple people, so be it.'

Mumbai firm get Nadcap nod, boosts aircraft component sourcing from India

Mumbai firm get Nadcap nod, boosts aircraft component sourcing from India

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mumbai-based TCR Engineering Services has become the first independent company in India to receive Nadcap accreditation for materials testing at its Navi Mumbai and Vadodara laboratories, a crucial step for Indian suppliers to enter the global aerospace supply chain.

Tottenham Hotspur sign Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City

Tottenham Hotspur sign Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City

Rediff.com1 days ago

Tottenham Hotspur have significantly boosted their squad by signing Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City, pushing their close-season spending beyond 300 million under manager Roberto De Zerbi, following a narrow escape from relegation last season.

US halts visa interviews globally amid Trump's immigration crackdown

US halts visa interviews globally amid Trump's immigration crackdown

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The US State Department has paused visa appointments worldwide to conduct a 'global training initiative' for consular officers, aiming to ensure applicants are not likely to become a 'public charge' and are comprehensively evaluated, intensifying President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.

'If Earnings Growth Returns, Capital Can Flow Back To India'

'If Earnings Growth Returns, Capital Can Flow Back To India'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'India is vulnerable to the West Asia crisis in three ways: Energy costs, the business Indian companies conduct in the region, and remittances from the Indian diaspora.'

Praggnanandhaa to Face Caruana in Grand Chess Tour Final

Praggnanandhaa to Face Caruana in Grand Chess Tour Final

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has secured his spot in the finals of the Grand Chess Tour's last leg, defeating Germany's Vincent Keymer 19-9. He is set to compete against defending champion Fabiano Caruana of the USA for the title.

Motorola Edge 70 Max Has Android 16, 90W Charging

Motorola Edge 70 Max Has Android 16, 90W Charging

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a feature-packed smartphone that combines a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, a 144 Hz AMOLED display and a 7,100 mAh battery claiming to deliver up to 58 hours of battery life.

Google Asked To Urgently Remove Fake Bank Web Sites

Google Asked To Urgently Remove Fake Bank Web Sites

Rediff.com4 days ago

Phishing sites mimicked SBI, ICICI Bank and Axis Bank to steal card details and OTPs.

What Went Wrong For India At The Hockey World Cup

What Went Wrong For India At The Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's Hockey World Cup campaign ended in disappointment after a 5-3 defeat to Argentina, highlighting persistent defensive issues and a struggle to perform against top-ranked teams. The team's problems, including conceding early goals and a lack of intensity, had been building throughout the year.

Who are the other men's contenders to look out for at the US Open?

Who are the other men's contenders to look out for at the US Open?

Rediff.com2 hours ago

As the U.S. Open approaches, several top players are vying for the men's singles title, with Arthur Fils emerging as a strong contender after his Cincinnati Open victory, while Taylor Fritz, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Daniil Medvedev, and rising star Rafael Jodar also pose significant threats.

Like Akshaye Khanna's Shukracharya Look In Mahakali?

Like Akshaye Khanna's Shukracharya Look In Mahakali?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Akshaye Khanna makes a striking Telugu cinema debut as the formidable Shukracharya in the newly unveiled glimpse of Mahakali.

Arunachal BJP MP flags public concern over Chinese incursions

Arunachal BJP MP flags public concern over Chinese incursions

Rediff.com4 days ago

Arunachal Pradesh MP Tapir Gao underscores the critical importance of heeding local warnings regarding alleged Chinese incursions along the Line of Actual Control, amidst ongoing border tensions and official denials.

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold With 8-Inch Super Actua Flex Display, 4,806 mAh Battery

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold With 8-Inch Super Actua Flex Display, 4,806 mAh Battery

Rediff.com6 days ago

Google has added a new foldable to its premium Pixel line-up. The handset combines an expansive 8-inch Super Actua Flex display with a 120Hz refresh rate, Tensor G6 processing, a triple rear camera system.

TN assembly seeks TET exemption for 3.28 lakh teachers

TN assembly seeks TET exemption for 3.28 lakh teachers

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Tamil Nadu Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution urging the Union Government to grant a permanent exemption from the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for government teachers appointed before August 23, 2010. This move aims to protect the job security and benefits of over 3.28 lakh experienced educators who face the risk of losing their positions due to the mandatory TET requirement.

India launches Rs 62,500 crore mobile production scheme to boost local brands

India launches Rs 62,500 crore mobile production scheme to boost local brands

Rediff.com4 days ago

India has launched the ~62,500 crore Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS) to incentivise domestic production and strengthen Indian mobile phone brands, offering production-linked incentives and additional benefits for local component sourcing.

'Thank You, Dolly, For All Of It'

'Thank You, Dolly, For All Of It'

Rediff.com11 hours ago

'Dolly Parton managed to give the world the ultimate mystery and fantasy in some corners of her life, but to give full transparency in the ways that counted. Somehow she was true grace and true grit, all in one dazzling person.'

Irdai's crackdown on insurer operating costs signals stricter compliance

Irdai's crackdown on insurer operating costs signals stricter compliance

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India's (Irdai) recent actions against insurers for breaching expense of management (EoM) limits indicate a serious commitment to enforcing operating and distribution cost controls, according to industry experts.

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.com3 days ago

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.

Szoboszlai Penalty Earns Liverpool Dramatic Draw With Newcastle

Szoboszlai Penalty Earns Liverpool Dramatic Draw With Newcastle

Rediff.com2 days ago

Liverpool secured a dramatic 2-2 draw against Newcastle United at St James' Park, with Dominik Szoboszlai converting a stoppage-time penalty. The match also served as a tribute to the late Kevin Keegan, a shared hero for both clubs, with fans and former players honouring his legacy. Goals from Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock for Newcastle were cancelled out by Cody Gakpo and Szoboszlai's late equaliser for Liverpool.

When A Flight Fails, Airlines Must Respond

When A Flight Fails, Airlines Must Respond

Rediff.com12 hours ago

A flight may be cancelled for reasons beyond an airline's control. The chaos that follows need not be, points out Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Aditya Birla Capital targets 1,000 gold loan branches in three years

Aditya Birla Capital targets 1,000 gold loan branches in three years

Rediff.com6 days ago

Aditya Birla Capital has entered the gold loan business, aiming to establish 1,000 branches within three years, capitalising on the strong structural growth and surge in demand for gold-backed credit in India.

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Rediff.com5 days ago

Living away from home can be tough, especially if you have to cook on your own or rely on takeaways. Simple solutions for you!

Colombo Test: Rishabh Pant Walks Off Retired Hurt After Wrist Injury

Colombo Test: Rishabh Pant Walks Off Retired Hurt After Wrist Injury

Rediff.com3 days ago

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant retired hurt during the second Test against Sri Lanka after being hit on his left arm by a short ball from Lahiru Kumara. He received medical attention but was visibly in pain and left the field, with Ravindra Jadeja replacing him.

Calcutta HC grants interim protection for Abhishek Banerjee in 3 cases

Calcutta HC grants interim protection for Abhishek Banerjee in 3 cases

Rediff.com1 days ago

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.

Jio Prime Reintroduction Hints at Looming Tariff Hikes

Jio Prime Reintroduction Hints at Looming Tariff Hikes

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Reliance Jio's reintroduction of Jio Prime membership with a price lock until September 2027 and the retention of its entry-level daily unlimited data plan at ~299 rupees are seen by industry analysts as strong indicators of imminent tariff hikes across the Indian telecom sector.

Rishabh Pant 'badly bruised', India hope he will keep wickets on Day 4

Rishabh Pant 'badly bruised', India hope he will keep wickets on Day 4

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's bowling coach Morne Morkel provided an update on Rishabh Pant's shoulder injury, stating the wicketkeeper-batter is "badly bruised" but expressed hope for his return on day four of the second Test against Sri Lanka. Pant did not keep wickets on day three after sustaining a blow while batting. Morkel also commented on Kuldeep Yadav's absence due to viral fever and India's strategy to secure the remaining Sri Lankan wickets.

How Mathematical Biology Is Revolutionising Cancer Therapy

How Mathematical Biology Is Revolutionising Cancer Therapy

Rediff.com1 days ago

Professor Philip Maini, an Indian-origin academic at the University of Oxford, is pioneering the application of mathematical biology to understand and develop new cancer therapies. His work focuses on creating models that predict treatment outcomes and developing adaptive therapy strategies to combat drug resistance in tumours, offering a novel approach to improving patient care.