News for 'Vikram'

Stray menace: Protesters release puppies on officer's desk

Stray menace: Protesters release puppies on officer's desk

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

A Shiv Sena (UBT) functionary, Vikram Randhave, led an unusual protest in Nashik by releasing two puppies on a municipal chief officer's table to highlight the growing stray dog menace. Randhave claimed over 400 stray dogs and 100 monthly dog bite incidents in the area. Police have registered cases against Randhave and others for obstructing public duty and for the manner in which the dogs were handled.

ISRO Pensioners Urge Modi To Address Privatisation Concerns

ISRO Pensioners Urge Modi To Address Privatisation Concerns

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

'It seems the prime minister may not be given the real picture about the country's space sector and ISRO. So, we are having the seminar to bring the issues to his notice.'

Manipuri musician beaten to death for objecting to noise outside Delhi home

Manipuri musician beaten to death for objecting to noise outside Delhi home

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

A 54-year-old Manipuri musician, C Vikram Singh, tragically died in New Delhi after being allegedly assaulted by a group of delivery workers and dhaba staff. The incident occurred when Singh objected to their loud behaviour and drinking outside his Kilokari village apartment. Police have arrested seven men and apprehended one juvenile in connection with the case, which is currently under investigation.

SC stays Sena corporator's bail in hospital assault case

SC stays Sena corporator's bail in hospital assault case

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has stayed the Bombay High Court's order granting bail to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre, who is accused of assaulting doctors at a Thane hospital. The apex court emphasised that the medical fraternity must not be attacked, directing Mhatre to surrender within three days.

Indian Football Team Set For Tough Uruguay Test After Brazil Drubbing

Indian Football Team Set For Tough Uruguay Test After Brazil Drubbing

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

India faces a challenging FIFA international friendly against two-time world champions Uruguay in Kolkata, aiming to recover from a 0-4 defeat by Brazil.

'We always face racism here': Murder leads to fear among northeast community

'We always face racism here': Murder leads to fear among northeast community

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

A Manipuri musician, C Vikram Singh, was allegedly beaten to death by a group of delivery workers and dhaba staff in Delhi after he objected to their loud behaviour. The incident has led to the arrest of seven men and a juvenile. The local Northeastern community has expressed outrage, alleging that the incident highlights persistent racism and discrimination they face in the city, prompting calls for a thorough investigation into potential racist motives.

My Twin Won Gold, Silver, Bronze And Broke A Record

My Twin Won Gold, Silver, Bronze And Broke A Record

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Vithya Ramraj won three medals at the Asian Games and broke P T Usha's 42-year-old record. Her twin Nithya, an international athlete herself, ruled out of the Games by an injury, looks back at their journey from a rented home to a podium finish.

40 Years Since The Chennai Tied Test!

40 Years Since The Chennai Tied Test!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

The only previous tie had occurred at Brisbane back in December 1960 between Australia and the West Indies. In the 40 years since the Madras Test, there have been 1,583 Test matches. But there has never again been a tie.

Ankush to Natsamrat, Nana Patekar's Unforgettable Roles

Ankush to Natsamrat, Nana Patekar's Unforgettable Roles

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

No shade or genre was a roadblock for Nana Patekar. In fact, some of his movies only age well because we associate them with his terrific presence.

Brazil in Kolkata: India's biggest football test awaits

Brazil in Kolkata: India's biggest football test awaits

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India is set to host five-time world champions Brazil in a historic invitational football friendly in Kolkata. The match, while offering invaluable exposure for the Indian team, has also drawn criticism over its cost and the decision to withdraw from the FIFA ASEAN Cup. The event carries political significance and marks a key step in Brazil's rebuilding process.

Kolkata Gears Up For Historic India Vs Brazil Football Clash

Kolkata Gears Up For Historic India Vs Brazil Football Clash

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Five-time world champions Brazil are set to play India in an invitational friendly at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium, marking their first-ever international meeting. The match, while a spectacle for Indian fans, has drawn criticism regarding its cost and impact on Indian football development, with former captain Bhaichung Bhutia questioning its value over long-term investment. For Brazil, it's part of a rebuilding process, while India aims to gain invaluable experience against a top-tier team.

Pooja Meri Jaan Review: Well-Intentioned

Pooja Meri Jaan Review: Well-Intentioned

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Pooja Meri Jaan sometimes gets heavy-handed, but makes the point clear that any conversation around consent must begin with taking a 'no' seriously. That's a message worth reiterating, asserts Mayur Sanap.

Antibiotic Self-Medication Raises Kidney Risk

Antibiotic Self-Medication Raises Kidney Risk

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

India's apex drug regulator cautioned against antibiotic self-medication and their use for conditions where antibiotic treatment is not clinically indicated, particularly viral infections, the common cold and fever.

Delhi SIR: Advani, Jaishankar, Dhankhar get notices over voter discrepancies

Delhi SIR: Advani, Jaishankar, Dhankhar get notices over voter discrepancies

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

The Delhi Chief Electoral Officer's office has issued notices to over 33 lakh voters, including former deputy prime minister LK Advani, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, and former vice-president Jagdeep Dhankhar, over discrepancies in their electoral roll details. These notices are part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, primarily due to details not matching with the 2002 SIR. Despite concerns raised by some politicians, officials assure that no names will be deleted without due verification and an opportunity for voters to respond.

'Carnage': SC on 10x markup on cancer drugs, bats for 16pc margin

'Carnage': SC on 10x markup on cancer drugs, bats for 16pc margin

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has strongly criticised the exorbitant markup on cancer drugs by hospitals, calling it "carnage" and "broad daylight dacoity." The court highlighted a case where a cancer drug was marked up ten times its retail price and urged the Centre to implement a uniform 16% margin on all medicines. It also raised concerns about hospitals forcing patients to buy medicines from their in-house chemists.

Vikram Bhatt: 'The Spirits Left Me To Rot In Jail Alone'

Vikram Bhatt: 'The Spirits Left Me To Rot In Jail Alone'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

'Horror keeps me safe. When I tried to do something else and abandoned the spirits, I landed up in prison.'

Another Arrest In Jharkhand Gangster Vikram Sharma Murder Case

Another Arrest In Jharkhand Gangster Vikram Sharma Murder Case

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Dehradun Police and the STF have arrested another person allegedly involved in the daylight killing of Jharkhand gangster Vikram Sharma three months ago.

Don't let Putin drag you into this war: Zelenskyy to India, others

Don't let Putin drag you into this war: Zelenskyy to India, others

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the UN General Assembly, accusing Russia of using citizens from over 40 countries, including India, to fight in its war against Ukraine. He urged these nations to prevent their citizens from being drawn into the conflict, highlighting that Ukraine has taken prisoners of war from these countries and that many have perished. Zelenskyy also called for limiting trade with Russia to cut off its war funding and criticised the weakening of sanctions.

Snubbed by South Zone, Karun Nair responds with century for KSCA Secretary's XI

Snubbed by South Zone, Karun Nair responds with century for KSCA Secretary's XI

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Karun Nair, despite scoring a century in a local tournament, was controversially excluded from the South Zone squad for the Duleep Trophy final. This decision has drawn attention given South Zone's struggles against East Zone. Coach Vikram Verma cited team combination and "personal reasons" for Nair's absence, but his subsequent participation in another match suggests deeper issues.

How India's Football Team Aims To Gain Experience Against World-Class Opponents

How India's Football Team Aims To Gain Experience Against World-Class Opponents

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

The Indian football team is set to play a series of international friendlies against Panama, Brazil, and Uruguay, offering valuable experience against world-class opponents. These matches are crucial for the team to assess its current standard and gain confidence, despite facing significantly more accomplished sides.

Buy A Mature Rocket Or Design A New One?

Buy A Mature Rocket Or Design A New One?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Buying a mature rocket technology gives companies the designs and hardware know-how, but not necessarily the decades of engineering wisdom needed to make it work.

ONGC strikes gas off Odisha coast, discovery boosts India's energy security

ONGC strikes gas off Odisha coast, discovery boosts India's energy security

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

State-run Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has made a significant gas discovery in the deep waters of the Mahanadi Basin off the Odisha coast, recording encouraging flow and sustained reservoir pressure, a breakthrough for India's deepwater exploration programme.

Saif Ali Khan's Iconic Partners-In-Crime

Saif Ali Khan's Iconic Partners-In-Crime

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

We revisit Saif Ali Khan's memorable two-hero film collaborations with stars like Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn, Aamir Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan, showcasing his versatility and unique acting prowess.

Tahir Raj Bhasin: 'My Dad Flew The Mirage 2000. I Was The Black Sheep'

Tahir Raj Bhasin: 'My Dad Flew The Mirage 2000. I Was The Black Sheep'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

'My parents were crying because they were so excited that I was on screen, that it was an YRF film, and it was opposite Rani Mukerji.'

Supreme Court Halts Death Sentence For Man In POCSO Case

Supreme Court Halts Death Sentence For Man In POCSO Case

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has stayed the execution of a man sentenced to death for the repeated sexual assault of three minor girls. The apex court's decision comes after the Madras High Court confirmed his conviction and death penalty. The Supreme Court has sought reports from probation officers, jail authorities, and a psychological evaluation of the appellant, posting the matter for hearing after 20 weeks.

What Drishyam, Singham, Dhamaal Have In Common

What Drishyam, Singham, Dhamaal Have In Common

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

From Hera Pheri to Krrish and Drishyam, these Bollywood franchises took their sequels in wildly different directions from the films that inspired them.

Fist fights in J-K Assembly as CM moves statehood resolution

Fist fights in J-K Assembly as CM moves statehood resolution

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah introduced a resolution in the assembly demanding the urgent restoration of full statehood for the union territory. The resolution, which referenced previous autonomy resolutions, led to intense protests and "ugly scenes" from opposition BJP members, resulting in the adjournment of the House. Abdullah highlighted the unfulfilled promise by the Government of India regarding statehood after delimitation and elections.

Supreme Court Explains 'Rarest Of Rare' In Death Sentence Commutation

Supreme Court Explains 'Rarest Of Rare' In Death Sentence Commutation

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court commuted the death sentence of a man convicted of sexually assaulting and strangling his six-year-old step-daughter to life imprisonment for the remainder of his natural life. The court affirmed his conviction but cited mitigating circumstances and the state's failure to exclude the possibility of his reformation, while also highlighting issues with the trial court's sentencing procedure.

JAKSON Group Names Ivan Saha As Managing Director For Solar Business

JAKSON Group Names Ivan Saha As Managing Director For Solar Business

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

JAKSON Group has appointed Ivan Saha as the Managing Director of its integrated Solar Manufacturing business. Saha, with over 31 years of experience in the semiconductor, solar, and sustainable energy sectors, will oversee technology, operations, and business growth, supporting JAKSON's expansion and backward integration plans in the solar value chain.

Nithari accused Surendra Koli found hanging at his tea shop

Nithari accused Surendra Koli found hanging at his tea shop

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Surendra Koli, who was at the centre of the sensational Nithari killings and subsequently acquitted in all 13 cases, was found hanging at his tea stall in Haridwar, police confirmed, with investigations ongoing into the suspected suicide.

Hockey India DG Stripped Of Powers Amidst Jersey Row

Hockey India DG Stripped Of Powers Amidst Jersey Row

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Hockey India has issued a show-cause notice to its Director General, Cdr R K Srivastava, immediately stripping him of all powers. The notice lists eight charges, prominently featuring the controversial change in the Indian team's World Cup jersey and Srivastava's unauthorised travel to the event despite directives to focus on the Hockey India League. He has four weeks to respond, failing which further action will be taken.

Before The Paradise, Watch Nani's Best Movies

Before The Paradise, Watch Nani's Best Movies

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

As Nani gears up for the ambitious The Paradise, we look back at his most memorable performances, from a vengeful housefly to a fiery revolutionary and to a Saturday-only action hero.

'It Isn't About Noel Tata, It Isn't Even About Chandra'

'It Isn't About Noel Tata, It Isn't Even About Chandra'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

'You can't have a runaway board that takes decisions against the active disagreement of the 66 per cent shareholder.'

'It Isn't About Noel Tata, It Isn't Even About Chandra'

'It Isn't About Noel Tata, It Isn't Even About Chandra'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

'You can't have a runaway board that takes decisions against the active disagreement of the 66 per cent shareholder.'

Judicial officer cannot shout at judges in court: SC

Judicial officer cannot shout at judges in court: SC

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has refused to stay contempt proceedings initiated by the Bombay High Court against a judicial officer for an "unwarranted outburst" in court. The apex court observed that a judicial officer cannot shout at judges and deemed the officer's conduct as "gross indiscipline," advising him to tender an unconditional apology to the High Court. The High Court had initiated proceedings after the officer allegedly blamed the court administration in a high-pitched tone during a hearing on fast-track court posts.

The Importance Of Veer Guardian

The Importance Of Veer Guardian

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

The political confidence required to place high-end Japanese aircraft and personnel on Indian soil is itself a data point.
It indicates a level of trust that would have been difficult to imagine when India-Japan defence ties were largely symbolic, explains Varun Arya.

My Incredible Mother Vijaya Mehta

My Incredible Mother Vijaya Mehta

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

'She was not burdened by the knowledge of her craft and the world. She just was a child till her last days.' 'When she smiled, everybody in the room would light up.'

India name 26-member football squad for Brazil, Uruguay friendlies

India name 26-member football squad for Brazil, Uruguay friendlies

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

The Indian men's football team, led by head coach Khalid Jamil, will play high-profile friendlies against Panama, five-time world champions Brazil, and two-time world champions Uruguay in September and October.

Vikram Doraiswami appointed as India's ambassador to China

Vikram Doraiswami appointed as India's ambassador to China

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Vikram Doraiswami, a seasoned diplomat, has been appointed as India's new ambassador to China, succeeding Pradeep Kumar Rawat. This decision comes as both countries attempt to improve bilateral relations following a period of strain.

'You Can Spend 300 Cr, But You Can't Buy Audience Love'

'You Can Spend 300 Cr, But You Can't Buy Audience Love'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

'Hanuman Ansh has demonstrated that content is king, and the audience is the ultimate judge.'