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Punjab Achieves Record Tax Enforcement, Recovering 1,137 Crore

Punjab Achieves Record Tax Enforcement, Recovering 1,137 Crore

Rediff.com3 days ago

Punjab's Finance Minister announces record tax enforcement outcomes for the financial year 2025-26, driven by intelligence-led actions and robust revenue protection, including significant penalties imposed and recovered from fraudulent networks.

Hubballi Gym Trainer Assault Case: Family Feud or 'Love Jihad'?

Hubballi Gym Trainer Assault Case: Family Feud or 'Love Jihad'?

Rediff.com6 days ago

A gym trainer in Hubballi was allegedly assaulted following a dispute related to his relationship with a girl. Police are investigating the incident and allegations of 'love jihad'.

Belgian Court Supports Extradition of Mehul Choksi to India on Fraud Charges

Belgian Court Supports Extradition of Mehul Choksi to India on Fraud Charges

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Antwerp Court of Appeal has advised the Belgian government to approve the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi to India on six of seven charges, including criminal conspiracy and fraud.

High Court Orders Retrial in 2019 Ludhiana Rape and Murder Case, Sets Aside Death Sentences

High Court Orders Retrial in 2019 Ludhiana Rape and Murder Case, Sets Aside Death Sentences

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has overturned the death sentences of two men convicted in the 2019 rape and murder of a seven-year-old girl in Ludhiana, citing procedural errors during the trial.

Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bengal and Arunachal Secure Victories at Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship

Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bengal and Arunachal Secure Victories at Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship

Rediff.com4 days ago

Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bengal, and Arunachal Pradesh recorded victories in their respective matches at the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship held in Rajgir.

Massive Turnout for PNB Soldierathon 2026 Honours Armed Forces

Massive Turnout for PNB Soldierathon 2026 Honours Armed Forces

Rediff.com4 days ago

Over 27,000 people participated in the PNB 'Soldierathon 2026', commemorating 'Operation Sindoor' and honouring the Indian armed forces. The event, organised in association with the Indian armed forces, featured half marathons and 10 km runs.

Modi Slams TMC Over Malda Incident, Promises Justice for Bengal's 'Atrocities'

Modi Slams TMC Over Malda Incident, Promises Justice for Bengal's 'Atrocities'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the TMC government in West Bengal of 'maha jungleraj' following an incident in Malda where judicial officers were allegedly held hostage. He framed the upcoming elections as a battle between the TMC's 'fear' and the BJP's 'trust', promising accountability for alleged atrocities and a focus on development.

Sub Junior Women's Hockey Nationals: Punjab, UP, Bengal & Arunachal Triumph

Sub Junior Women's Hockey Nationals: Punjab, UP, Bengal & Arunachal Triumph

Rediff.com4 days ago

Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bengal, and Arunachal Pradesh recorded victories in the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship.

Modi Slams TMC's 'Jungleraj' in Bengal, Cites Malda Incident

Modi Slams TMC's 'Jungleraj' in Bengal, Cites Malda Incident

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has criticised the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government in West Bengal, citing the Malda incident as evidence of lawlessness and accusing the party of 'maha jungleraj'. He framed the upcoming elections as a battle between the TMC's 'fear' and the BJP's 'trust', addressing issues such as infiltration, corruption, and demographic change.

19-Year-Old Dies After Being Hit by DTC Bus in Azadpur, Delhi

19-Year-Old Dies After Being Hit by DTC Bus in Azadpur, Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 19-year-old man died after being struck by a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus in the Azadpur area of northwest Delhi. The driver fled the scene, and police are investigating the incident.

Manipur Mob Violence: Suspected NSCN-IM Office Torched After Cadre Killings

Manipur Mob Violence: Suspected NSCN-IM Office Torched After Cadre Killings

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

An office allegedly used by NSCN(IM) was set on fire by a mob in Manipur's Ukhrul district following the killing of four NSCN Eastern Flank cadres. Tensions remain high as investigations continue.

How Jharkhand Police Cracked 'Digital Arrest' Extortion Case

How Jharkhand Police Cracked 'Digital Arrest' Extortion Case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Jharkhand CID arrests a man from Bihar for allegedly extorting over Rs 10 lakh from an elderly person through 'digital arrest'.

Delhi man killed in family row stabbing

Delhi man killed in family row stabbing

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A 30-year-old man was stabbed to death by his brother-in-law after a family dispute in Nand Nagri, Delhi. Police have arrested the accused and recovered the weapon.

IPL 2026: Heartbreaker for DC as GT snatch 1-run thriller

IPL 2026: Heartbreaker for DC as GT snatch 1-run thriller

Rediff.com1 days ago

IMAGES from the IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday

Gujarat ATS nabs suspect linked to Pakistani gangster and grenade smuggling

Gujarat ATS nabs suspect linked to Pakistani gangster and grenade smuggling

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Gujarat ATS and police have detained Bikramjit Singh alias Vicky, an accused linked to a grenade smuggling case in Punjab and suspected to be associated with a Pakistani gangster working for ISI, in Deesa town of the state.

Jammu Police Nab Hardcore Criminal, Recover Weapon

Jammu Police Nab Hardcore Criminal, Recover Weapon

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jammu police arrested a hardcore criminal in the RS Pura area and recovered a sharp-edged weapon from his possession. The accused has multiple FIRs registered against him across Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab.

Jammu & Kashmir Achieves High Rate of Public Grievance Resolution

Jammu & Kashmir Achieves High Rate of Public Grievance Resolution

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir has shown significant progress in addressing public grievances through the JK Samadhan portal, achieving an 88 per cent disposal rate. District administrations and key departments have played a crucial role in this achievement, with high disposal rates and positive citizen feedback.

Ex-CPI(M) Leader Accuses Party of Caste-Based Campaigning in Kerala

Ex-CPI(M) Leader Accuses Party of Caste-Based Campaigning in Kerala

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran has accused the party of engaging in caste-based campaigning in the Ambalapuzha constituency, leading to a heated exchange with party officials.

Jewellery Scam Unravelled: Man Arrested, Gold Bars Worth 2.3 Cr Recovered

Jewellery Scam Unravelled: Man Arrested, Gold Bars Worth 2.3 Cr Recovered

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 46-year-old man has been arrested in Thane for allegedly cheating jewellers. Gold bars worth 2.3 crore have been recovered from his possession following a multi-state probe.

Kerala CM Vijayan Predicts Stronger Mandate for LDF in Upcoming Elections

Kerala CM Vijayan Predicts Stronger Mandate for LDF in Upcoming Elections

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expresses confidence in the Left Democratic Front's (LDF) prospects in the upcoming Kerala elections, predicting a stronger mandate and criticising the Congress and BJP.

Rajasthan High Court Orders Tree Planting as Community Service for Accused in ATM Theft Case

Rajasthan High Court Orders Tree Planting as Community Service for Accused in ATM Theft Case

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

The Rajasthan High Court has granted bail to two accused in an ATM theft case, ordering them to plant trees as community service, emphasising a reformative approach to criminal justice.

Outrage as Madrassa Teachers Arrested for Beating Student in Viral Video

Outrage as Madrassa Teachers Arrested for Beating Student in Viral Video

Rediff.com5 days ago

Two madrassa teachers in Saharanpur have been arrested after a video surfaced showing them allegedly beating a 10-year-old student with a stick, sparking public outrage.

Punjab CM Orders Crop Loss Assessment, Promises Compensation to Farmers

Punjab CM Orders Crop Loss Assessment, Promises Compensation to Farmers

Rediff.com3 days ago

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced a crop loss assessment following recent inclement weather and promised compensation to affected farmers. The announcement came as Mann presented a report on the power department and addressed other issues including sacrilege laws and drug enforcement.

India's Shooting Contingent Faces Tough Competition at Granada World Cup

India's Shooting Contingent Faces Tough Competition at Granada World Cup

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian shooters are set to compete in the Rifle/Pistol World Cup in Granada, Spain, facing a strong international field in both 10m air rifle and air pistol events. The competition serves as a crucial assessment opportunity ahead of the Asian Games and the World Championships, where Olympic quotas will be awarded.

CBI Probes Reliance Anil Ambani Group Over 73,000 Crore Loan Fraud

CBI Probes Reliance Anil Ambani Group Over 73,000 Crore Loan Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is investigating the Reliance Anil Ambani Group for alleged bank loan frauds totalling 73,000 crore across seven cases. The Supreme Court is monitoring the investigation, which also involves the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

Kerala CM Vijayan Predicts Stronger Mandate for LDF Despite Criticism

Kerala CM Vijayan Predicts Stronger Mandate for LDF Despite Criticism

Rediff.com3 days ago

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed confidence in the Left Democratic Front's (LDF) victory in the upcoming Kerala elections, dismissing allegations of a CPI(M)-BJP understanding and criticising the Congress party's approach.

Bahujan Samaj Party Protests Against Statue Desecration, Demands Arrests

Bahujan Samaj Party Protests Against Statue Desecration, Demands Arrests

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) held a protest in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, against the alleged desecration of a B.R. Ambedkar statue, demanding immediate arrests and threatening further agitation.

Police Inspector, Constable Nabbed for Accepting Bribe in Latur

Police Inspector, Constable Nabbed for Accepting Bribe in Latur

Rediff.com6 days ago

A police inspector and constable in Udgir, Latur district, Maharashtra, have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 45,000. The officers are accused of demanding money to refrain from taking action against the complainant's brother-in-law in a case.

How an Indore 'Honey Trap' Gang Extorted Money from a Former Soldier

How an Indore 'Honey Trap' Gang Extorted Money from a Former Soldier

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Indore have arrested three members of a 'honey trap' gang, including two women, for allegedly extorting money from a former soldier by threatening to file a rape case against him.

Election Commission Intervenes Over Security for TMC-Linked Individuals in West Bengal

Election Commission Intervenes Over Security for TMC-Linked Individuals in West Bengal

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has expressed serious concerns regarding the deployment of police personnel to provide security to individuals allegedly connected to the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal ahead of the elections, directing the Director General of Police (DGP) to conduct a review and ensure impartiality.

Goa, Uttarakhand and Arunachal secure victories at Hockey India Sub Junior Men's National Championship

Goa, Uttarakhand and Arunachal secure victories at Hockey India Sub Junior Men's National Championship

Rediff.com6 days ago

Goa, Uttarakhand, and Arunachal Pradesh emerged victorious in their respective matches on the third day of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men's National Championship.

Zeel Desai Secures Semifinal Spot at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Open

Zeel Desai Secures Semifinal Spot at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Open

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian tennis player Zeel Desai progresses to the semifinals of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Open Endurance Women's ITF tournament after defeating Jennifer Luikham. Other quarterfinal results and doubles semifinal outcomes are also reported.

Quite possible that rates will remain low in the near to medium term, says RBI Governor

"Quite possible that rates will remain low in the near to medium term," says RBI Governor

Rediff.com23 hours ago

"It is quite possible that the rates will remain low in the near to medium term, but that will depend on how conditions evolve," said RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.

India Sweeps New Zealand in Billie Jean King Cup After Thailand Loss

India Sweeps New Zealand in Billie Jean King Cup After Thailand Loss

Rediff.com1 days ago

India rebounded from a loss to Thailand with a dominant 3-0 victory over New Zealand in the Billie Jean King Cup, showcasing strong performances from Vaishnavi Adkar and Sahaja Yamalapalli.

Sharpshooter Arrested in Delhi: Police Crackdown on Naveen Khati Gang

Sharpshooter Arrested in Delhi: Police Crackdown on Naveen Khati Gang

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested an alleged sharpshooter, Sajjan alias Lala, from the Naveen Khati gang in the Najafgarh area. The arrest was made based on specific information, and a pistol and bullets were recovered from the suspect.

Israeli Firm Delivers First Batch of LMGs Under 'Make in India' Scheme

Israeli Firm Delivers First Batch of LMGs Under 'Make in India' Scheme

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Israel Weapons Industries (IWI) has delivered the first batch of NEGEV 7.62x51 light machine guns to India under the 'Make in India' initiative, marking a significant step in India-Israel defence cooperation and indigenous defence manufacturing.

US drops 2,000-pound bunker-buster bomb on Iran's Isfahan; Trump shares video

US drops 2,000-pound bunker-buster bomb on Iran's Isfahan; Trump shares video

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Donald Trump shared a video on Truth Social purportedly showing explosions in Isfahan, Iran, following reports of attacks in Tehran. The authenticity of the video is unverified, but reports suggest a joint US-Israeli strike on an ammunition depot.

'Tools Change, But The Role Of A Designer Doesn't'

'Tools Change, But The Role Of A Designer Doesn't'

Rediff.com3 days ago

At a time when artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, can it really replace a designer's instinct?

Maharashtra Butcher Faces Charges for Defying Meat Sale Ban on Mahavir Jayanti

Maharashtra Butcher Faces Charges for Defying Meat Sale Ban on Mahavir Jayanti

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A butcher in Thane district, Maharashtra, has been booked for allegedly violating the meat sale ban imposed on Mahavir Jayanti. The accused allegedly kept his shop open and sold meat despite the prohibitory order.

Behind The Runway: The Crisis Designers Are Facing Right Now

Behind The Runway: The Crisis Designers Are Facing Right Now

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Whether it's made-to-order fashion, reduced waste or tech-driven showcases, designers are being forced to slow down and think smarter.