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Hyderabad Police Apprehend Seven Bangladeshi Nationals For Illegal Residency

Hyderabad Police Apprehend Seven Bangladeshi Nationals For Illegal Residency

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Hyderabad police apprehended seven Bangladeshi nationals, including four women, for illegally residing in India without valid documents. The individuals, some living in India for years, were found in a rented house in Jeedimetla and were working petty jobs. Their deportation process has been initiated.

No rollback of E20 petrol, no selling pure petrol: Govt

No rollback of E20 petrol, no selling pure petrol: Govt

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

It, however, conceded that 20 per cent blending of ethanol with petrol leads to 3-5 per cent lower mileage in vehicles than conventional petrol, but said the blend offers a significantly higher octane rating, superior anti-knock properties, faster combustion, better pickup, smoother acceleration, and cleaner engine operation.

Queen Maxima Praises India's Digital Infrastructure For Financial Health

Queen Maxima Praises India's Digital Infrastructure For Financial Health

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

Queen Maxima of the Netherlands, the UN Secretary-General's Special Advocate for Financial Health, visited Mumbai to understand India's digital public infrastructure, including UPI and AI, in improving financial health for salaried individuals. She interacted with healthcare professionals and SalarySe leaders, praising India's advancements in financial inclusion and technology's role in empowering individuals.

NEET re-exam: NTA issues advisory, sends reminders to students

NEET re-exam: NTA issues advisory, sends reminders to students

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is sending reminders for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination admit cards while cautioning candidates against fraudulent messages and fake communications, urging them to use only official channels for information.

Maneka Gandhi vs Jains: Peacock feather remarks spark row; complaints filed

Maneka Gandhi vs Jains: Peacock feather remarks spark row; complaints filed

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

A row has erupted over former Union minister Maneka Gandhi's appeal to the Jain community to stop using 'picchis' (sacred broom) made of peacock feathers, claiming that their demand fuels illegal wildlife trade.

Cosmoserve Mission to Test Space Debris Tech

Cosmoserve Mission to Test Space Debris Tech

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Mission Embrace aims to perform the world's first in-orbit demonstration of soft robotic capture for future active debris removal missions

Govt allots 2 million more tonnes of broken rice for E20

Govt allots 2 million more tonnes of broken rice for E20

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The Indian government has allocated an additional 2 million tonnes of surplus broken rice from FCI stocks for its ethanol blending programme, while simultaneously issuing a detailed rebuttal to widespread misinformation regarding the E20 fuel, addressing concerns from water consumption to engine damage and environmental impact.

Asus ProArt PZ14: Unveiling The Snapdragon X2 Elite-Powered 2-in-1 Laptop

Asus ProArt PZ14: Unveiling The Snapdragon X2 Elite-Powered 2-in-1 Laptop

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The Asus ProArt PZ14, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite processor and featuring a 3K OLED touchscreen, is now available for pre-order in India, offering a versatile 2-in-1 design and exclusive benefits.

Mumbai Police Nab Nigerian National With Cocaine Worth Rs 2 Crore

Mumbai Police Nab Nigerian National With Cocaine Worth Rs 2 Crore

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A 46-year-old Nigerian national, Eze Samuel Nweze, has been arrested in Mumbai by the Anti-Narcotics Cell with 203 grams of cocaine valued at Rs 2.03 crore. Nweze, who was reportedly living illegally in Nalasopara without a valid visa, was apprehended in Worli after attempting to flee and confessed to supplying drugs.

NFRA Probes Rajesh Exports Over Rs 15.5 Lakh Crore Revenue Discrepancies

NFRA Probes Rajesh Exports Over Rs 15.5 Lakh Crore Revenue Discrepancies

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) has initiated a probe into Rajesh Exports following capital markets regulator Sebi's findings of Rs 15.5 lakh crore in revenue misstatements. NFRA chairperson Nitin Gupta also emphasised the critical need for genuine board independence in promoter-driven companies and human oversight in financial reporting, especially with the increasing integration of AI.

NFRA Probes Rajesh Exports Over Rs 15.5 Lakh Crore Revenue Discrepancies

NFRA Probes Rajesh Exports Over Rs 15.5 Lakh Crore Revenue Discrepancies

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) has initiated a probe into Rajesh Exports following capital markets regulator Sebi's findings of Rs 15.5 lakh crore in revenue misstatements. NFRA chairperson Nitin Gupta also emphasised the critical need for genuine board independence in promoter-driven companies and human oversight in financial reporting, especially with the increasing integration of AI.

Swiss, Myanmar Nationals Held For Illegal Entry Into India

Swiss, Myanmar Nationals Held For Illegal Entry Into India

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Police in Bihar's East Champaran district have arrested a Swiss woman and a Myanmarese boy for illegally entering India from Nepal without valid travel documents. Legal action is underway, though their identities remain undisclosed.

RBI Proposes AI Risk Management Framework

RBI Proposes AI Risk Management Framework

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Recognising the growing use of AI/ML models by regulated entities across business and decision-making processes, the RBI said weaknesses in governance, oversight, risk management, and controls could expose institutions to financial, operational, compliance, and reputational risks.

5 diamonds weighing 1.22 carats found during exploration in Chhattisgarh

5 diamonds weighing 1.22 carats found during exploration in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

Five diamonds, including two of gem quality, have been discovered during scientific exploration in Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district. This significant find in the Baloda-Belmundi Diamond Block could establish a new diamond-bearing region, promising future investments, revenue generation, and employment opportunities for the state and strengthening India's domestic diamond resources.

IISc Study Reveals Ultrasound Can Selectively Attack Oral Cancer

IISc Study Reveals Ultrasound Can Selectively Attack Oral Cancer

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru have discovered that oral cancer cells are vulnerable to low-frequency ultrasound, a technique that can selectively destroy them while leaving healthy cells unharmed. This vulnerability is linked to reduced levels of the mechanosensory protein Tropomyosin 2.1. The study suggests ultrasound mechanostimulation could offer a safer, more targeted treatment for oral and other accessible cancers.

Odisha Textbooks Found With 1,678 Errors

Odisha Textbooks Found With 1,678 Errors

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

How did hundreds of errors slip through multiple stages of drafting, editing, proofreading, expert review and final approval before making their way into classrooms?

Sebi Cuts Paperwork for Investor Heirs

Sebi Cuts Paperwork for Investor Heirs

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

These new provisions are expected to help heirs access securities faster.

15 Documents Insufficient To Prove Citizenship Claim

15 Documents Insufficient To Prove Citizenship Claim

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

The Gauhati high court observed that merely producing a number of documents does not automatically establish citizenship unless they are legally admissible and capable of proving the person's linkage to Indian ancestors.

Six Uddhav MPs set to jump ship, Raut threatens action

Six Uddhav MPs set to jump ship, Raut threatens action

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

Six of the nine Shiv Sena-UBT Lok Sabha MPs skipped a crucial parliamentary meeting, signalling a likely split and potential merger with the Eknath Shinde-led faction, which could trigger disqualification proceedings under the anti-defection law.

LS speaker to decide on defections in TMC, Sena-UBT before monsoon session

LS speaker to decide on defections in TMC, Sena-UBT before monsoon session

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is set to make crucial decisions regarding the status of rebel factions from the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Shiv Sena (UBT) before the Monsoon session of Parliament begins on July 20, following demands for their disqualification by their parent parties.

25 Year Old Building India's Spaceplane

25 Year Old Building India's Spaceplane

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

'ISRO is planning to build a Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2030. So, our goal is to create a vehicle that can supply modules to the Bharatiya Antariksh Station and bring the products back.'

Had no role in daily donation collection at Ram Temple: Trust treasurer

Had no role in daily donation collection at Ram Temple: Trust treasurer

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Under the lens over serious lapses in the donation management system at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, the treasurer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, Govind Dev Giri, has said that all audit reports were "safe" and that he had no role in the daily donation collection process at the temple.

Gurugram Police Cracks Down On Illegal Bangladeshi Residents

Gurugram Police Cracks Down On Illegal Bangladeshi Residents

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Gurugram police have launched a special verification drive to identify and take legal action against Bangladeshi nationals residing unlawfully in the city. The campaign involves checking documents in various residential and commercial areas, with an appeal for public cooperation.

Zomato, Zepto, Swiggy, Urban Company, Porter Challenge Karnataka Gig Workers Act

Zomato, Zepto, Swiggy, Urban Company, Porter Challenge Karnataka Gig Workers Act

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

'If there are different laws governing the same subject, it can increase the compliance burden on platforms. The process would be easier and more transparent if there were a singular national-level law.'

Denied US Entry, Somali Referee Gets UEFA Super Cup Role

Denied US Entry, Somali Referee Gets UEFA Super Cup Role

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup despite a valid visa, has been appointed to officiate the upcoming UEFA Super Cup match between Paris St Germain and Aston Villa. This appointment follows a cooperation agreement between UEFA and CAF.

Six Foreign Nationals Detained In Delhi For Visa Overstay

Six Foreign Nationals Detained In Delhi For Visa Overstay

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Delhi Police have detained six foreign nationals, including five Nigerians and one from Ivory Coast, for allegedly residing in India without valid visa documents.

Breakthrough: Indian Researchers Create Placenta-On-Chip For Pregnancy Study

Breakthrough: Indian Researchers Create Placenta-On-Chip For Pregnancy Study

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Indian researchers from ICMR-National Institute for Research on Women's Health and IIT Bombay have developed an indigenous "placenta-on-chip" platform. This microphysiological system mimics the human placental barrier, reproducing essential functions like hormone production and nutrient transfer. It offers a simple, scalable tool for studying placental biology, pregnancy complications, and drug effects, aiming to reduce reliance on animal experimentation.

22 lakh take NEET re-exam today, Pradhan urges calm

22 lakh take NEET re-exam today, Pradhan urges calm

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan urged 22 lakh students appearing for the NEET re-exam to do so "fearlessly and free of anxiety," while the National Testing Agency (NTA) reminded candidates to download fresh admit cards and adhere to entry guidelines.

NEET-PG 2026: What Happened To The Zero Percentile Policy?

NEET-PG 2026: What Happened To The Zero Percentile Policy?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

One of the most important provisions this year is that qualifying NEET-PG does not automatically guarantee participation in counselling.

EPF Scheme 2026: What's Changed for You?

EPF Scheme 2026: What's Changed for You?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

For members, the message is simple: don't be misled by headlines about '100% withdrawal'. The basic purpose of the EPF remains unchanged -- to help employees build a financial cushion for retirement while allowing limited access to savings for genuine needs during their working lives.

Get A Rs 20K Scholarship To Learn In-Demand Skills

Get A Rs 20K Scholarship To Learn In-Demand Skills

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

The Eastman Powerup Eduskill Scholarship Programme 2026-27 provides financial aid linked to the completion of industry-relevant skill development certifications.

RBI Imposes Penalties On Canara Bank, Puran Associates For Regulatory Breaches

RBI Imposes Penalties On Canara Bank, Puran Associates For Regulatory Breaches

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a penalty of Rs 41.8 lakh on Canara Bank for non-compliance with KYC norms and incorrect account classification, and Rs 3.1 lakh on Puran Associates Pvt Ltd for asset classification violations.

HC upholds death sentences for 38 IM men in 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts

HC upholds death sentences for 38 IM men in 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The Gujarat High Court has upheld the death sentences for 38 Indian Mujahideen operatives and life imprisonment for 11 others involved in the 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts, which killed 56 people. The court also directed the state government to pay significant compensation to victims' families and those grievously injured.

Passport-citizenship row: Govt says no new move in 12 yrs; Oppn hits out

Passport-citizenship row: Govt says no new move in 12 yrs; Oppn hits out

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Government sources have clarified that a passport has never been considered proof of citizenship in India, a stance consistent for the past 12 years and rooted in the Passport Act 1967. This clarification, reiterated by the Ministry of External Affairs, has drawn criticism from opposition leaders and public figures.

TMC crisis deepens, Mamata camp files fresh police complaints against rebels

TMC crisis deepens, Mamata camp files fresh police complaints against rebels

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

The Mamata Banerjee-led faction of the Trinamool Congress has filed fresh police complaints against dissident leader Ritabrata Banerjee and his associates. The complaints accuse the rebels of illegally using the party's name, symbol, and designations to mislead workers, marking a significant escalation in the month-long internal struggle following the assembly poll defeat.

TMC power battle explodes as Ritabrata-led rebel camp captures party HQ

TMC power battle explodes as Ritabrata-led rebel camp captures party HQ

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

A rebel faction of the Trinamool Congress, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, has taken control of the party's organisational headquarters in Kolkata. This move follows their claim to the party's name and symbol before the Election Commission, intensifying the power struggle with the Mamata Banerjee-led faction. Both sides are now preparing submissions for the Election Commission regarding the party's control.

Mamata dares 'treacherous' rebels to join BJP as another close aide quits

Mamata dares 'treacherous' rebels to join BJP as another close aide quits

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Mamata Banerjee, Trinamool Congress supremo, has launched a strong counterattack against rebel party members, accusing them of conspiring with the BJP to split the party. She dared them to formally join the BJP and defended her leadership amidst the worst organisational crisis for TMC, while also announcing leadership changes and criticising the rebels' past actions and attempts to seize party assets.

Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce's NYC Wedding: All The Details

Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce's NYC Wedding: All The Details

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Singer Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce are reportedly already married after a private ceremony, with their grand Madison Square Garden celebration now underway.

Maha makes free drinking water mandatory for customers at eateries

Maha makes free drinking water mandatory for customers at eateries

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has issued a comprehensive order mandating free drinking water for customers in all food establishments, banning food served in newspapers, and introducing rigorous operational standards. These new regulations aim to improve food safety, hygiene, and transparency across hotels, restaurants, and other food service providers in the state.

Mizoram's 'Red Card' Scheme To Drink Alcohol

Mizoram's 'Red Card' Scheme To Drink Alcohol

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Mizoram has long maintained one of the country's strictest prohibition regimes.