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Delhi Man Held For Stabbing Co-Worker To Death

Delhi Man Held For Stabbing Co-Worker To Death

Rediff.com19 hours ago

A man has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly stabbing his co-worker to death following an argument at their workplace.

Woman Beaten To Death In Jharkhand; Suspect Detained

Woman Beaten To Death In Jharkhand; Suspect Detained

Rediff.com19 hours ago

A 70-year-old woman was allegedly beaten to death in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district by a man suspected to be mentally unstable. The incident occurred in a forest near Kundrukocha village when the victim was collecting mahua seeds. The accused is currently under police custody and undergoing treatment.

Bengal CM Denies Vendetta In Signature Forgery Probe

Bengal CM Denies Vendetta In Signature Forgery Probe

Rediff.com19 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari denies political vendetta in the signature forgery probe involving TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee, stating the investigation stems from complaints by TMC MLAs.

Why Shiv Sena (UBT) Wants President's Rule In West Bengal

Why Shiv Sena (UBT) Wants President's Rule In West Bengal

Rediff.com19 hours ago

The Shiv Sena (UBT) has demanded the imposition of president's rule in West Bengal, citing alleged attacks on Trinamool Congress MPs and accusing the BJP government of sponsoring violence and undermining democracy.

Punjab Police Raid Akali Leader's Home In Arrest Attempt

Punjab Police Raid Akali Leader's Home In Arrest Attempt

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Punjab Police conducted raids at the residence of SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia and others for allegedly storming a police station and attempting to free a detainee. The Akali Dal alleges political vendetta, while police assert that action will be taken regardless of status.

Mamata Banerjee Vows To Protest Despite Police Refusal

Mamata Banerjee Vows To Protest Despite Police Refusal

Rediff.com19 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has declared that the TMC will proceed with its planned sit-in protest against alleged attacks on party leaders and workers, as well as the Railways' hawker eviction drive, despite the police denying permission for the event.

How Uttar Pradesh's Crime Policy Achieved 93% Conviction Rate

How Uttar Pradesh's Crime Policy Achieved 93% Conviction Rate

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajeev Krishna announced a conviction rate of over 93 per cent due to the state's 'zero tolerance' policy against crime. Authorities seized properties worth nearly Rs 788.38 crore linked to criminal activities.

Bengal To Investigate Fake Beneficiaries In Cash Transfer Scheme

Bengal To Investigate Fake Beneficiaries In Cash Transfer Scheme

Rediff.com20 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has ordered a special investigation into alleged fake beneficiaries of the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme, a women's cash transfer programme from the previous government, also initiating a money laundering probe.

Won't let our soil be used against India: Myanmar Prez

Won't let our soil be used against India: Myanmar Prez

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Myanmarese territory would not be allowed to be used against India's security interests, as the two leaders held wide-ranging talks to boost bilateral ties in trade, defence, and energy.

ICC suspends Cricket Canada's membership over governance breaches

ICC suspends Cricket Canada's membership over governance breaches

Rediff.com20 hours ago

The International Cricket Council has suspended Canada over breaches of the national board's membership obligations, weeks after the global governing body's anti-corruption unit launched an investigation into Cricket Canada.

UP Man Arrested For Tying, Beating Dalit Girl Over Theft

UP Man Arrested For Tying, Beating Dalit Girl Over Theft

Rediff.com20 hours ago

A man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly tying a Dalit girl to a tree and beating her after accusing her of stealing from his shop. The incident came to light after a video went viral on social media.

How Goa Police Busted Interstate Heroin Smuggling Network

How Goa Police Busted Interstate Heroin Smuggling Network

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Goa police have dismantled an interstate heroin smuggling network, arresting four individuals, including the primary suspect from Uttar Pradesh. The investigation began after a raid near the Betim jetty, leading to the apprehension of Nepali nationals with a significant quantity of heroin.

Maruti, Kia hit record sales in May, defying fuel price surge

Maruti, Kia hit record sales in May, defying fuel price surge

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Indian carmakers, including Maruti Suzuki and Kia India, reported robust sales growth in May 2026, with both companies achieving their highest-ever monthly sales despite rising fuel prices. Maruti Suzuki's domestic sales surged to 1,93,535 units, while Kia India recorded 27,586 units, driven by strong demand in mini and compact segments and a shift towards electric and CNG vehicles.

3rd T20I: India women aim to clinch series vs England, address batting concerns

3rd T20I: India women aim to clinch series vs England, address batting concerns

Rediff.com20 hours ago

The Indian women's cricket team will be looking to address their middle-order concerns in the final T20 International against England, aiming for a series-clinching victory ahead of the T20 World Cup.

Bromocriptine To Marocain: Scripps Bee Winning Words

Bromocriptine To Marocain: Scripps Bee Winning Words

Rediff.com20 hours ago

From marocain to bromocriptine, the Scripps National Spelling Bee has challenged young wordsmiths with some of the English language's most obscure and fascinating words over the past decade.

Study Reveals Dangers Of Herbal Cigarettes

Study Reveals Dangers Of Herbal Cigarettes

Rediff.com20 hours ago

A new study reveals that herbal cigarettes, often marketed as a safe alternative to tobacco, produce emissions that are comparably or even more damaging than regular tobacco cigarettes.

22 Rowers Join TOPS Development Group For Asian Games

22 Rowers Join TOPS Development Group For Asian Games

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Twenty-two rowers have been inducted into the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Development Group to prepare for the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The selection, made by the Mission Olympic Cell, includes prominent names like Balraj Panwar and Arvind Singh.

Shopkeeper Killed By Unidentified Assailants In Ferozepur

Shopkeeper Killed By Unidentified Assailants In Ferozepur

Rediff.com20 hours ago

A shopkeeper was shot dead by two unidentified attackers in Makhu town, Ferozepur district, Punjab. Police have launched an investigation and are examining CCTV footage to determine the motive.

CID notice to Abhishek over TMC MLAs' complaint: Suvendu on signature row

CID notice to Abhishek over TMC MLAs' complaint: Suvendu on signature row

Rediff.com20 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari denies political vendetta in the CID's investigation into alleged signature forgery by TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee, following complaints from within his own party.

Mining Contractor Injured In Shahabad Shooting

Mining Contractor Injured In Shahabad Shooting

Rediff.com20 hours ago

A mining contractor was shot and injured by unidentified assailants in Shahabad, Haryana. Police have launched an investigation to find the attackers and determine the motive behind the shooting.

How Gujarat Police Cracked Down On Cyber Fraud

How Gujarat Police Cracked Down On Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Gujarat police have uncovered cyber frauds worth Rs 2,289 crore and arrested 638 individuals as part of 'Operation Mule Account 1.0', a state-wide crackdown on online criminals launched in 2025.

How UP's Zero Tolerance Policy Cut Crime, Boosted Convictions

How UP's Zero Tolerance Policy Cut Crime, Boosted Convictions

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Uttar Pradesh's 'zero tolerance' policy against crime has resulted in a conviction rate of more than 93 per cent over the past year, according to the state's newly appointed DGP, Rajeev Krishna. Courts convicted 42,681 accused, and authorities seized properties worth nearly Rs 788.38 crore linked to criminal activities.

Rajasthan Villagers Attacked During Protest Against Illegal Mining

Rajasthan Villagers Attacked During Protest Against Illegal Mining

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Villagers protesting against alleged illegal mining in Rajasthan's Ajitpura-Kujeta were attacked with stones and fired upon by unidentified persons, leaving at least six people injured.

How Bengaluru Will Use AI To Manage Water Better

How Bengaluru Will Use AI To Manage Water Better

Rediff.com20 hours ago

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) is set to explore the use of AI, predictive analytics, and robotic inspection technologies to detect water theft, reduce leakages, and improve operational efficiency across Bengaluru's water distribution network.

Assam AASU Leader Killed By Teenager Over Rejection

Assam AASU Leader Killed By Teenager Over Rejection

Rediff.com20 hours ago

An All Assam Students' Union (AASU) leader was killed and his cousin sister critically injured in a machete attack by a teenager in Nalbari district of Assam. The attacker, who was later gunned down by police, was allegedly motivated by unrequited love.

Excited to bring world's biggest sporting spectacles to Indian audiences: Zee CEO

Excited to bring world's biggest sporting spectacles to Indian audiences: Zee CEO

Rediff.com21 hours ago

"Excited to bring world's biggest sporting spectacles to Indian audiences": Zee CEO Punit Goenka after securing FIFA broadcasting rights till 2034

Tmc Explains Expulsion Of Mlas Over Signature Complaint

Tmc Explains Expulsion Of Mlas Over Signature Complaint

Rediff.com21 hours ago

TMC spokesperson Kunal Ghosh explained the expulsion of two MLAs, stating they should have approached the party leadership before complaining to the Assembly speaker about a 'fake signature' case.

Two Die In Separate Accidents In Ballia

Two Die In Separate Accidents In Ballia

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Two individuals died in separate incidents in Ballia district, one involving a collision with a nilgai and the other a road accident with a trailer truck.

IPL 2026: MVPI Had To Be Vaibhav Sooryavanshi!

IPL 2026: MVPI Had To Be Vaibhav Sooryavanshi!

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was crowned the Most Valuable Player of the 2026 IPL season, achieving an unprecedented MVPI of 1071, significantly ahead of his closest competitor, Shubman Gill. His exceptional strike rate of 236 was a key factor in this achievement, making him only the third player in IPL history to surpass an MVPI of 1000 in a single season.

Delhi Police Bust Fake RO Filter Manufacturing Unit

Delhi Police Bust Fake RO Filter Manufacturing Unit

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Delhi Police busted a factory-cum-godown manufacturing and storing counterfeit RO water purifier filters of leading brands and arrested its owner.

How Indian Fans Can Watch The 2026 FIFA World Cup Live

How Indian Fans Can Watch The 2026 FIFA World Cup Live

Rediff.com21 hours ago

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be broadcast live in India after FIFA and 'Z' group reached an agreement. The tournament will be co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico.

How Indian Fans Can Watch The 2026 FIFA World Cup Live

How Indian Fans Can Watch The 2026 FIFA World Cup Live

Rediff.com21 hours ago

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be broadcast live in India after FIFA and 'Z' group reached an agreement. The tournament will be co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico.

How Shubham Kumar Topped JEE, India's Toughest Exam

How Shubham Kumar Topped JEE, India's Toughest Exam

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Gaya native Shubham Kumar topped the JEE exam by avoiding negative news and social media. He credited his parents, Kota faculties and hard work for his success. Gurugram's Kabeer Chillar secured the second rank. Both students attended the Allen Career Institute in Kota.

Zee To Broadcast 2026 Football World Cup In India

Zee To Broadcast 2026 Football World Cup In India

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Zee Entertainment said on Monday it had secured the rights to broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 38 other FIFA events through 2034.

Three Arrested With 61 Kg Of Ganja At Ranchi Railway Station

Three Arrested With 61 Kg Of Ganja At Ranchi Railway Station

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Three men from Bihar were arrested at Ranchi railway station with 61 kg of ganja, estimated to be worth Rs 30.5 lakh. The accused admitted to procuring the contraband from Odisha and transporting it to Bihar.

Two Arrested In Delhi Crypto Scam: How Social Media Was Used

Two Arrested In Delhi Crypto Scam: How Social Media Was Used

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Two men have been arrested for allegedly cheating a 19-year-old Delhi resident of cryptocurrency worth around Rs 2 lakh after gaining unauthorised access to his crypto wallet through social media.

Man's Severed Legs Found In Odisha Tiger Reserve

Man's Severed Legs Found In Odisha Tiger Reserve

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Severed legs of a man were discovered inside the Similipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district. Locals suspect a tiger attack, but forest officials are investigating the cause of death.

Vehicle Thieves Arrested In Delhi, Stolen Cars Recovered

Vehicle Thieves Arrested In Delhi, Stolen Cars Recovered

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested two vehicle thieves involved in stealing and selling cars across Delhi, Punjab, and Rajasthan. Eight stolen vehicles were recovered during the operation.

Satwik-Chirag Eye Thailand Open Crown After Singapore Triumph

Satwik-Chirag Eye Thailand Open Crown After Singapore Triumph

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Fresh from their Singapore Open victory, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are set to compete in the Thailand Open Super 1000 badminton tournament, while other Indian shuttlers including PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen will also participate.

Can reform in Mexican football break their FIFA World Cup 'curse'?

Can reform in Mexican football break their FIFA World Cup 'curse'?

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Mexico have failed to progress beyond the Round of 16 for the last 32 years. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil, they hope to finally end the 'quinto partido' curse.