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Fadnavis Praises Indian Cricket Team's T20 World Cup Victory in Assembly

Fadnavis Praises Indian Cricket Team's T20 World Cup Victory in Assembly

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly congratulated the Indian men's cricket team for their T20 World Cup victory, acknowledging the team's discipline, teamwork, and confidence.

Terms Relaxed For Chinese Investment, But India Wary About Security

Terms Relaxed For Chinese Investment, But India Wary About Security

Rediff.com2 days ago

'It's a changing world and the opening up doesn't mean that concerns with regards to security have gone away.'

Conrad Sangma Urges Action After Northeast Residents Attacked in Delhi

Conrad Sangma Urges Action After Northeast Residents Attacked in Delhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has condemned the alleged assault of two people from Manipur and Assam in Delhi, calling for stringent action against racial bullying.

Banerjee Questions President's Silence on Tribal Issues, Alleges Political Interference

Banerjee Questions President's Silence on Tribal Issues, Alleges Political Interference

Rediff.com6 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused President Droupadi Murmu of acting on the advice of the BJP and questioned her silence on issues affecting tribal communities in other states. This comes after Murmu raised concerns about the pace of tribal development in West Bengal.

T20 World Cup: 'Sanju Samson's redemption story is incredible'

T20 World Cup: 'Sanju Samson's redemption story is incredible'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar praises Sanju Samson's remarkable transformation in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his match-winning performances after facing earlier setbacks.

Bomb Threats Trigger Evacuations in Gujarat, Later Deemed Hoax

Bomb Threats Trigger Evacuations in Gujarat, Later Deemed Hoax

Rediff.com3 days ago

A private university in Vadodara was evacuated following a bomb threat email, while similar messages were received by multiple passport and post offices across Gujarat. All threats were later deemed a hoax after extensive searches found nothing suspicious.

Bomb Scare: Rajasthan Passport Offices Searched After Threat

Bomb Scare: Rajasthan Passport Offices Searched After Threat

Rediff.com3 days ago

Passport offices, seva kendras, and post offices across Rajasthan were searched following a bomb threat email, leading to evacuations and security operations.

Court Acquits Two Men in 2018 Attempted Murder Case

Court Acquits Two Men in 2018 Attempted Murder Case

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has acquitted two men accused of attempting to murder their cousin in 2018, citing insufficient evidence and discrepancies in the prosecution's case.

UP man critical after being set on fire over handpump argument

UP man critical after being set on fire over handpump argument

Rediff.com4 days ago

A watchman in Uttar Pradesh was critically injured after being allegedly set on fire by the son of a village head following a dispute over a malfunctioning handpump.

Man Held in Massive GST Fraud Case

Man Held in Massive GST Fraud Case

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The Uttar Pradesh STF has arrested a man in connection with a Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud estimated at Rs 15,000 crore. The accused allegedly used fraudulently obtained GST registrations to create fake firms and generate bogus invoices.

Indian Duo Puligilla and Sherif Target WRC3 Podium at Safari Rally Kenya

Indian Duo Puligilla and Sherif Target WRC3 Podium at Safari Rally Kenya

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian rally driver Naveen Puligilla and co-driver Musa Sherif are set to compete in the WRC Safari Rally Kenya, aiming for a podium finish in the WRC3 category.

Punjab Police Arrest 167 in Anti-Gangster Campaign, 75 in Anti-Drug Drive

Punjab Police Arrest 167 in Anti-Gangster Campaign, 75 in Anti-Drug Drive

Rediff.com4 days ago

Punjab Police have arrested 167 people in an anti-gangster campaign and 75 drug smugglers, seizing weapons and drugs as part of ongoing efforts to combat crime.

MP Urges Centre to Enact Law Against Discrimination Towards North-Eastern Citizens

MP Urges Centre to Enact Law Against Discrimination Towards North-Eastern Citizens

Rediff.com4 days ago

BJP MP Tapir Gao has called on the central government to enact a law to protect people from the northeast from discrimination and atrocities outside their home states, following an alleged assault on a Manipuri woman in Delhi.

Narcotics Control Bureau nabs two drug peddlers, seizes 2.6 crore worth of ganja in Assam

Narcotics Control Bureau nabs two drug peddlers, seizes 2.6 crore worth of ganja in Assam

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized over 500 kg of ganja worth 2.6 crore and arrested two peddlers in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The drugs were being transported from Manipur to West Bengal.

MLA's Son and Friends Face Charges Over Facebook Post Assault

MLA's Son and Friends Face Charges Over Facebook Post Assault

Rediff.com6 days ago

A case has been registered against the son of a Muslim League MLA and his friends for allegedly assaulting a man in Manjeri, Kerala, over a derogatory comment posted on the legislator's Facebook page.

Seven Held in Delhi After Holi Clash Turns Fatal

Seven Held in Delhi After Holi Clash Turns Fatal

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Delhi have apprehended seven individuals, including a minor, following the death of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families in Uttam Nagar during Holi celebrations. The incident sparked tensions and protests in the area.

Pakistan Security Forces Neutralise TTP Terrorists in Punjab

Pakistan Security Forces Neutralise TTP Terrorists in Punjab

Rediff.com5 days ago

Pakistani security forces killed four Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in Punjab province, thwarting a planned attack on police checkpoints and government installations.

Hindu Groups Protest Over Alleged Idol Desecration in Himachal Temple

Hindu Groups Protest Over Alleged Idol Desecration in Himachal Temple

Rediff.com6 days ago

Hindu organisations protested in Himachal's Chamba district after a boy allegedly set fire to a cloth covering an idol in the Jalpa temple. Police are investigating, and the boy's family has apologised.

Gurugram Woman Suffers Severe Burns After Hospital Corrosive Attack

Gurugram Woman Suffers Severe Burns After Hospital Corrosive Attack

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 24-year-old woman was attacked with a corrosive substance at a Gurugram hospital after being assaulted earlier in the day. She sustained severe burns and is currently receiving treatment.

Acid Attack at Gurugram Hospital Leaves Woman Severely Burned

Acid Attack at Gurugram Hospital Leaves Woman Severely Burned

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 24-year-old woman was attacked with acid at a Gurugram hospital after being assaulted earlier in the day. The attacker followed her to the hospital and threw acid on her, causing severe burns.

Delhi to Trial 22 Innovations in Air Pollution Fight

Delhi to Trial 22 Innovations in Air Pollution Fight

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi is set to begin trial runs of 22 innovative solutions aimed at tackling air pollution, following an 'innovation challenge' that received 284 applications. The trials will assess the effectiveness of various devices in reducing particulate pollution at identified hotspots across the city.

Bengaluru Dog Walking Row: Pet Owner and Senior Citizens Accuse Each Other of Assault

Bengaluru Dog Walking Row: Pet Owner and Senior Citizens Accuse Each Other of Assault

Rediff.com6 days ago

A dispute over dog walking in a Bengaluru apartment complex escalated into a physical altercation, with both a pet owner and a group of senior citizens filing assault complaints.

Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Economy

Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Economy

Rediff.com1 days ago

When missiles fly in this region, they are never just aimed at military targets.

Tensions High After Holi Brawl Turns Deadly in Uttam Nagar

Tensions High After Holi Brawl Turns Deadly in Uttam Nagar

Rediff.com5 days ago

A member of a Hindu right-wing organisation met with the family of a man killed in a brawl in Uttam Nagar following a Holi celebration, as tensions remain high in the area.

Scrap Dealer Found Dead in Faridabad; Three Arrested

Scrap Dealer Found Dead in Faridabad; Three Arrested

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 31-year-old scrap tools dealer from Delhi was found murdered in Faridabad after going missing with a large sum of money. Police have arrested three men in connection with the crime, which appears to be linked to a monetary dispute.

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Army columns deployed in Meghalaya district after 2 killed in police firing

Rediff.com3 days ago

Curfew and mobile internet suspension imposed in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district following violence related to the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election nomination process.

Turkmenistan Woman's Death in India: Police Confirm Identity

Turkmenistan Woman's Death in India: Police Confirm Identity

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Police in Meerut have confirmed that a woman found dead last month is a citizen of Turkmenistan, following initial misidentification. The investigation into her death continues, with several arrests made.

Cybersecurity Expert Warns of AI-Driven Cyber Risk in New Book

Cybersecurity Expert Warns of AI-Driven Cyber Risk in New Book

Rediff.com3 days ago

A new book by cybersecurity expert Durga Prasad Dube explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the global digital landscape and creating new cyber risks.

Cleric Attacked in UP; Police Investigate

Cleric Attacked in UP; Police Investigate

Rediff.com5 days ago

A cleric was allegedly assaulted in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, prompting a police investigation and condemnation from religious organisations.

Vehicles torched, fake Maoist posters used in Odisha extortion bid

Vehicles torched, fake Maoist posters used in Odisha extortion bid

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Miscreants torched three vehicles of a local contractor and put up fake Maoist posters in Odisha's Kalahandi district. Police suspect the Maoist angle is fabricated and are investigating local involvement.

Cleric Attacked in UP: Police Launch Manhunt for Suspects

Cleric Attacked in UP: Police Launch Manhunt for Suspects

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 28-year-old cleric was allegedly assaulted by a group of men in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh. Police have registered a case and arrested one suspect, while efforts are underway to apprehend the remaining accused. The incident has sparked condemnation and calls for strict action.

India Secures Multiple Golds at World Para Athletics Grand Prix, Led by Sumit Antil

India Secures Multiple Golds at World Para Athletics Grand Prix, Led by Sumit Antil

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sumit Antil spearheaded India's impressive performance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing gold in the javelin throw. Indian athletes dominated various events, including the 400m and throwing disciplines.

'Quality Companies To Lead Next IPO Wave'

'Quality Companies To Lead Next IPO Wave'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'The next phase of India's IPO cycle will be defined by quality, pricing discipline and investor selectivity.'

Punjabi Food Like You Have Never Had Before!

Punjabi Food Like You Have Never Had Before!

Rediff.com2 days ago

Yes, Punjabi cuisine is definitely much more than just Dal Makhni and Paneer Butter Masala!

Yemeni and Palestinian Nationals Arrested for Drug Trafficking in Hyderabad

Yemeni and Palestinian Nationals Arrested for Drug Trafficking in Hyderabad

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Two foreign nationals, a Yemeni and a Palestinian, have been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly peddling drugs. Police seized 150 grams of MDMA from the individuals, who were operating a drug distribution network between Hyderabad and Bengaluru.

EAM Jaishankar to Brief Parliament on West Asia Developments

EAM Jaishankar to Brief Parliament on West Asia Developments

Rediff.com5 days ago

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will address the Lok Sabha on the situation in West Asia, as Parliament reconvenes for the Budget session amidst ongoing regional tensions.

Second All-India Police Kabaddi Cluster 2025-26 Begins in Jammu

Second All-India Police Kabaddi Cluster 2025-26 Begins in Jammu

Rediff.com5 days ago

The second All-India Police Kabaddi Cluster 2025-26 has commenced in Jammu, featuring 1,648 players from across the country competing in Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Fencing, and Gymnastics.

NCP Leader Raises Concerns Over VSR Ventures' Account of Fatal Plane Crash

NCP Leader Raises Concerns Over VSR Ventures' Account of Fatal Plane Crash

Rediff.com4 days ago

NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar has raised concerns about the statement given by VSR Ventures owner V K Singh to the Crime Investigation Department (CID) regarding the plane crash that killed former Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others. Pawar questions whether Singh is attempting to blame the pilot for the accident.

One Killed, 19 Injured in Pakistan Suicide Bombing

One Killed, 19 Injured in Pakistan Suicide Bombing

Rediff.com7 days ago

A suicide bombing at a checkpost in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has resulted in one death and 19 injuries, including security personnel. The attack, claimed to be targeting civilians by the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), has prompted a security response and condemnation from the Chief Minister.

Father Arrested in Delhi After 10 Years on the Run in Daughter's Murder Case

Father Arrested in Delhi After 10 Years on the Run in Daughter's Murder Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

A man wanted for allegedly killing his 12-year-old daughter in Jammu and Kashmir in 2016 has been arrested in Delhi after being on the run for almost 10 years.