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India must use current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home: Amitabh Kant

India must use current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home: Amitabh Kant

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

India should resist knee-jerk responses to tariff volatility in the US and instead use the current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home, former G20 Sherpa and former chief executive officer of NITI Aayog Amitabh Kant said on Wednesday.

IPL 2026: Bumrah's advice key to recovery after surgery, says Mayank Yadav

IPL 2026: Bumrah's advice key to recovery after surgery, says Mayank Yadav

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Indian fast bowler Mayank Yadav discusses his injury recovery process and the valuable guidance he received from Jasprit Bumrah during rehabilitation.

Bombay HC Grants Bail in BEST Bus Accident, Highlights Lack of Electric Bus Training

Bombay HC Grants Bail in BEST Bus Accident, Highlights Lack of Electric Bus Training

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The Bombay High Court granted bail to a BEST bus driver involved in a fatal accident, citing a lack of practical training for operating electric buses.

Arunachal Police Foil Trafficking Attempt, Rescue Three Minor Girls

Arunachal Police Foil Trafficking Attempt, Rescue Three Minor Girls

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Arunachal Pradesh police rescued three minor girls suspected of being trafficked to Assam after they were lured through social media. A juvenile boy has been apprehended in connection with the case.

Stray Dog Beaten to Death in Thane Society; Police Investigate

Stray Dog Beaten to Death in Thane Society; Police Investigate

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Thane, Maharashtra, are investigating the death of a stray dog at a housing society after a complaint was filed. This follows a separate incident where a resident was accused of threatening to poison stray dogs.

Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi Secure Wins at Sub-Junior Hockey Championship

Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi Secure Wins at Sub-Junior Hockey Championship

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi recorded significant victories on the second day of the 16th Sub-Junior Men's National Hockey Championship in Rajgir.

Amritsar Man Killed in Targeted Shooting; Police Investigate

Amritsar Man Killed in Targeted Shooting; Police Investigate

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man was shot dead at close range by unidentified assailants in a border village in Amritsar. Police have launched an investigation.

The Rediff Podcast: Stay Invested When Markets Fall: Swati Khemani

The Rediff Podcast: Stay Invested When Markets Fall: Swati Khemani

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Portfolios built in these phases often deliver the strongest outcomes over time.'

Trinamool Congress Counters Amit Shah's Allegations, Raises Concerns Over BJP's Governance

Trinamool Congress Counters Amit Shah's Allegations, Raises Concerns Over BJP's Governance

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has responded to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's 'chargesheet' against the West Bengal government, accusing the BJP of attempting to polarise voters and evade accountability on issues such as women's safety and infiltration.

Raigad Engineer Nabbed for Allegedly Accepting Bribe

Raigad Engineer Nabbed for Allegedly Accepting Bribe

Rediff.com2 days ago

A junior engineer from the Public Works Department in Raigad district, Maharashtra, has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 2.5 lakh from a contractor.

Navy officer chops lover into pieces, burns parts, keeps remains at home

Navy officer chops lover into pieces, burns parts, keeps remains at home

Rediff.com3 days ago

An Indian Navy officer has been arrested in Visakhapatnam for allegedly murdering and dismembering a 31-year-old woman after meeting her on a dating app.

Bengaluru Police Probe Missing Mobile Phones at IPL Opener

Bengaluru Police Probe Missing Mobile Phones at IPL Opener

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bengaluru police have launched an investigation following reports of multiple mobile phones going missing during an IPL match at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

7 Foods To Boost Your Daily Iodine Intake

7 Foods To Boost Your Daily Iodine Intake

Rediff.com3 days ago

How to add iodine to your diet.

Inter-state Drug Smuggling Ring Busted in Jammu, Four Arrested

Inter-state Drug Smuggling Ring Busted in Jammu, Four Arrested

Rediff.com1 days ago

Four inter-state narcotics smugglers were arrested and around 10 kg of cannabis worth over Rs 30 lakh was seized by the anti narcotics task force in outskirts of Jammu city on Wednesday, officials said.

Shivshankar Menon: 'Pakistan's Insider Threat Is Serious'

Shivshankar Menon: 'Pakistan's Insider Threat Is Serious'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Pakistan's is the only military-controlled nuclear weapons programme in the world.' 'As people get radicalised, the risk of a brigadier or pilot taking matters into their own hands is a real concern.'

Anil Ambani, Reliance Communications Face New CBI Case Over Alleged Rs 3,750 Crore LIC Loss

Anil Ambani, Reliance Communications Face New CBI Case Over Alleged Rs 3,750 Crore LIC Loss

Rediff.com1 days ago

The CBI has registered a new case against Anil Ambani and Reliance Communications Ltd for allegedly causing a loss of Rs 3,750 crore to the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India.

Shah plotting to spark unrest, impose President's rule in Bengal: Mamata

Shah plotting to spark unrest, impose President's rule in Bengal: Mamata

Rediff.com8 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has criticised the Election Commission for allegedly failing to protect judicial officers involved in electoral roll revisions in Malda district. She accused the EC of lacking control over law and order and enabling the BJP's alleged attempts to disrupt the election process.

Gurugram Student Suspected Suicide: Family Cites Study Stress

Gurugram Student Suspected Suicide: Family Cites Study Stress

Rediff.com2 days ago

A class 10 student was found dead in a suspected suicide in Gurugram, with family citing study stress as a potential factor.

Guardiola vows to use his voice for victims of conflict

Guardiola vows to use his voice for victims of conflict

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he will continue speaking out on global violence and humanitarian crises, using his platform to advocate for victims from Palestine to Ukraine.

Bareilly Man Found Dead After 30-Hour Drain Rescue

Bareilly Man Found Dead After 30-Hour Drain Rescue

Rediff.com7 days ago

The body of a 30-year-old man was recovered from an open drain in Bareilly after a 30-hour rescue operation. The man fell into the drain while trying to board a bus.

Two Delhi Police Officers Suspended, Arrested for Robbing Businessman

Two Delhi Police Officers Suspended, Arrested for Robbing Businessman

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two Delhi Police personnel have been suspended and arrested for allegedly robbing a businessman of Rs 8.4 lakh in central Delhi. The accused, a sub-inspector and a constable, are now in judicial custody.

Parliament Budget Session: LS debates FCRA amendment; Oppn raises flag

Parliament Budget Session: LS debates FCRA amendment; Oppn raises flag

Rediff.com1 days ago

Lok Sabha takes up FCRA Amendment Bill amid opposition protests.

Police Halt Cremation After Suspicious Death in Ambala

Police Halt Cremation After Suspicious Death in Ambala

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Ambala, India, have launched an investigation into the death of a 33-year-old woman after her brother alleged foul play. The woman reportedly died after consuming tea at her home.

Cybercrime Ring Busted: Delhi Police Uncovers Digital Arrest and Fake IPO Scams

Cybercrime Ring Busted: Delhi Police Uncovers Digital Arrest and Fake IPO Scams

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested six individuals linked to interstate cybercrime syndicates involved in digital arrest, fake IPO, and trading scams, recovering millions of rupees.

Shimla Man Arrested After Confessing to Brother's Murder

Shimla Man Arrested After Confessing to Brother's Murder

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 34-year-old man has been arrested in Shimla for allegedly murdering his 35-year-old brother after a drunken argument. The accused confessed to the crime and dumping the body near a cremation ground.

Mapara, Yadnik, and Dandekar Secure Fourth Consecutive Wins at Chess Master's

Mapara, Yadnik, and Dandekar Secure Fourth Consecutive Wins at Chess Master's

Rediff.com2 days ago

Palaash Mapara, Pratik Yadnik, and Ameya Dandekar each secured their fourth consecutive victories in the fourth round of the All India Chess Master's tournament in Mumbai.

Right-Wing Lawyers Accused of Attacking Youths in Jammu Court

Right-Wing Lawyers Accused of Attacking Youths in Jammu Court

Rediff.com1 days ago

Four youths accused of mocking a Hindu deity were allegedly attacked by lawyers inside a court in Jammu, leading to a police investigation and conflicting claims from both sides.

Counterfeit Watch Racket Busted in Bengaluru: Five Arrested

Counterfeit Watch Racket Busted in Bengaluru: Five Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Bengaluru police have seized counterfeit watches and spare parts of leading brands worth approximately 25 lakh and arrested five individuals involved in selling them as genuine.

Praggnanandhaa defeats Giri in stunning start to Candidates Tournament

Praggnanandhaa defeats Giri in stunning start to Candidates Tournament

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa defeated Anish Giri in the first round of the Candidates chess tournament. Other notable results included Javokhir Sindarov's win and draws in the women's section featuring Divya Deshmukh and R Vaishali.

Indian Shooters Struggle at ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier

Indian Shooters Struggle at ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Indian shooters had a disappointing outing at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, with both mixed team pairs finishing low in the standings.

Indian Squash Stars Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh Named ASF Players of the Year

Indian Squash Stars Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh Named ASF Players of the Year

Rediff.com2 days ago

Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh have been recognised as the Asian Squash Federation's outstanding players of the year, while the Indian boys team received the men's team award.

Customs Officials Arrest Six in Bengaluru Airport Drug Bust

Customs Officials Arrest Six in Bengaluru Airport Drug Bust

Rediff.com2 days ago

Customs officials at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru seized large quantities of hydroponic ganja from passengers arriving from Bangkok, leading to the arrest of six individuals.

Traffic Police Personnel Face Bribery Charges in Maharashtra

Traffic Police Personnel Face Bribery Charges in Maharashtra

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two traffic police officers in Maharashtra, including an inspector, have been booked for allegedly demanding a bribe from a female colleague in exchange for favourable night duty assignments.

Odisha Official Nabbed in Bribery Case Over Land Conversion

Odisha Official Nabbed in Bribery Case Over Land Conversion

Rediff.com4 days ago

An Odisha revenue inspector was arrested for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 13,000 for facilitating land conversion.

Aurangabad Man Kills Niece and Nephews Over Family Feud

Aurangabad Man Kills Niece and Nephews Over Family Feud

Rediff.com6 days ago

A man in Aurangabad, Bihar, allegedly murdered his two nephews and a niece due to a family dispute. The accused is receiving medical treatment after attempting suicide.

Two Operation Theatre Technicians Arrested in Kanpur Kidney Transplant Racket

Two Operation Theatre Technicians Arrested in Kanpur Kidney Transplant Racket

Rediff.com40 minutes ago

Police in Kanpur have arrested two operation theatre technicians in connection with an illegal kidney transplant racket, bringing the total number of arrests to eight. The investigation has revealed links to a multi-city network, with authorities widening their action against hospitals allegedly involved.

Delhi boy, 16, stabbed to death for allegedly bullying attacker

Delhi boy, 16, stabbed to death for allegedly bullying attacker

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 16-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed to death in Delhi's Dayalpur area for bullying one of the accused. Three juveniles have been apprehended in connection with the murder.

Khelo India Tribal Games: Chhattisgarh Sheds 'Backward' Image

Khelo India Tribal Games: Chhattisgarh Sheds 'Backward' Image

Rediff.com1 days ago

Minister of State for Sports Raksha Khadse highlights the positive impact of the Khelo India Tribal Games on Chhattisgarh, shifting its image from a region associated with naxalism to one with opportunities for tribal youth through sports.

Mangaluru Police Seize MDMA, Arrest Three in Drug Raid

Mangaluru Police Seize MDMA, Arrest Three in Drug Raid

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Three individuals have been arrested in Mangaluru, Karnataka, following a raid by the City Crime Branch police, resulting in the seizure of MDMA and other items.

Messi's Argentina Football Team Accused Of Cheating Kerala

Messi's Argentina Football Team Accused Of Cheating Kerala

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman has accused the Argentina football team of deceiving the state by failing to play a match after allegedly receiving payment.