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'They went to jail smiling': Dipke rebuts Nepal, Bangladesh parallels

'They went to jail smiling': Dipke rebuts Nepal, Bangladesh parallels

Rediff.com5 days ago

Amid escalating debate comparing youth protests in India to political unrest and regime changes in Nepal and Bangladesh, Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) activist Abhijeet Dipke on Tuesday issued a video statement on X.

Three Family Members Held For Attempted Murder Of Woman Constable

Three Family Members Held For Attempted Murder Of Woman Constable

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Three members of a family were arrested in Beed district, Maharashtra, for allegedly attempting to murder and molest a woman police constable inside a police station on October 12. The accused reportedly tried to strangle her with a dupatta over a dispute.

Kerala CMRL Bribery Case: High Court Dismisses Vijayan's Plea, Political Fallout Ensues

Kerala CMRL Bribery Case: High Court Dismisses Vijayan's Plea, Political Fallout Ensues

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Kerala High Court dismissed pleas by former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas, challenging an order to register an FIR against them in the alleged CMRL bribery case. Current Chief Minister V D Satheesan defended the government's actions, stating they followed legal advice, while political parties reacted sharply, with BJP welcoming the verdict and CPI(M) alleging political motivation.

Indian Equities Extend Gains, IT Sector Leads Rally on Strong Earnings

Indian Equities Extend Gains, IT Sector Leads Rally on Strong Earnings

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher for the second consecutive day, primarily driven by robust buying in IT stocks following strong quarterly results and positive global trends. Tech Mahindra notably surged over 8% after reporting a significant jump in net profit.

Tiger Shroff shooting accused was out on bail in Arms Act case

Tiger Shroff shooting accused was out on bail in Arms Act case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Three individuals arrested in connection with the firing at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai have been identified, with one suspect, Rehan, found to be out on bail in an Arms Act case. Police investigations suggest a possible link to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, which claimed responsibility in an unverified social media post.

Ferguson, Henry miss Wellington T20I as New Zealand revamp squad for series fightback

Ferguson, Henry miss Wellington T20I as New Zealand revamp squad for series fightback

Rediff.com1 hour ago

New Zealand has announced several squad changes for the ongoing T20I series against India, with key pacers Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry managing niggles and workload. The adjustments aim to balance player fitness with a busy summer schedule, bringing in new players like Blair Tickner and Josh Clarkson while others like Kyle Jamieson will play domestic cricket before rejoining the national team.

Will Kartik Kick Like Bruce Lee, Punch Like Stallone?

Will Kartik Kick Like Bruce Lee, Punch Like Stallone?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Sandeep Modi's script afford Kartik never-before action opportunities wherein he would be doing a mix of Bruce Lee and Sylvester Stallone.

ISL: Kerala Blasters, Mumbai City FC squander chances to settle for goalless draw

ISL: Kerala Blasters, Mumbai City FC squander chances to settle for goalless draw

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Kerala Blasters FC and Mumbai City FC played out a goalless draw in a hard-fought Indian Super League match on Sunday. Despite numerous chances and strong attacking plays from both sides, neither team could find the back of the net, leading to a shared point.

Jharkhand: Four Arrested In Witchcraft-Related Murder Case

Jharkhand: Four Arrested In Witchcraft-Related Murder Case

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Four individuals, including a witch doctor, have been arrested in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district for the murder of a 46-year-old woman. The victim was allegedly killed on suspicion of practising black magic. Police found her body on Saturday morning and have registered a case under the BNS and Witchcraft Prevention Act.

Tragedy Strikes Jharkhand: Two Couples Die In Separate Incidents

Tragedy Strikes Jharkhand: Two Couples Die In Separate Incidents

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Two separate tragic incidents in Jharkhand saw couples die. In Lohardaga, a newly married couple died by self-immolation on Saturday, suspected due to mental stress. In Jamtara, an interfaith couple allegedly died by suicide on railway tracks on Saturday, reportedly due to family opposition to their relationship.

Pune Police Make More Arrests In Businessman Attack Case

Pune Police Make More Arrests In Businessman Attack Case

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Pune police have arrested two more individuals, Swapnil Bhagwan Kamble and Chaitanya Uttam Babar, in connection with the alleged contract attack on businessman Rana Suryavanshi near Baramati airport. A minor has also been apprehended, bringing the total arrests to four. The attack was reportedly a contract hit for Rs 2 lakh, with one accused, Dnyandev Mahadev Shinde, allegedly paying two youths to execute it. The motive behind the crime is yet to be established.

'Cricket gives me happiness': Harmanpreet accepts reality of life beyond captaincy

'Cricket gives me happiness': Harmanpreet accepts reality of life beyond captaincy

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Harmanpreet Kaur scored her eighth ODI century, leading India to a 121-run victory over Zimbabwe and clinching the series. The veteran batter expressed her desire to enjoy batting, moving past captaincy, while captain Smriti Mandhana praised the team's recovery and individual performances, including Deepti Sharma's century and Vaishnavi Sharma's four-wicket haul.

Farmer Found Dead In Nanded Finance Firm Office; 3 Detained

Farmer Found Dead In Nanded Finance Firm Office; 3 Detained

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A farmer was found dead inside a private finance company's office in Nanded, Maharashtra, with his family alleging he was forcibly taken, confined, and assaulted over a disputed loan amount. Police have detained three individuals and registered a case of murder, kidnapping, and wrongful confinement. A similar case of loan recovery harassment has also emerged in the area, prompting the Nanded Superintendent of Police to urge farmers to report such incidents.

Assam Leaders Condemn Attack On Bihu Troupe, 13 Arrested

Assam Leaders Condemn Attack On Bihu Troupe, 13 Arrested

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered immediate action against those who allegedly attacked a Bihu troupe in Sribhumi district, stating that any insult to the state's culture will not be tolerated. Following his directive, 13 people have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and AASU president Utpal Sarma also condemned the incident, emphasising the importance of Bihu to Assamese identity.

EPL: Manchester United sink to 16th after Bournemouth humiliation; Liverpool rise to 4th

EPL: Manchester United sink to 16th after Bournemouth humiliation; Liverpool rise to 4th

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Bournemouth thrashed Manchester United 3-0 to intensify pressure on Michael Carrick, while Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 to claim their first home league win and climb to fourth.

Man Impersonating Cyber Officer Arrested For Nude Video Extortion

Man Impersonating Cyber Officer Arrested For Nude Video Extortion

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A Kollam-native, Lijo Felix, has been arrested at Thiruvananthapuram airport for allegedly impersonating a cyber cell officer. He is accused of intimidating a young woman via WhatsApp call in February this year, claiming she was under surveillance for watching sexual videos, and then coercing her into sending nude videos as part of a supposed "counselling process." The arrest was made by Thrissur Rural Cyber Crime officers upon his arrival from Germany.

Mother Alleges Murder After Newlywed Woman Found Dead In Amethi

Mother Alleges Murder After Newlywed Woman Found Dead In Amethi

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A 23-year-old newlywed woman was found dead at her marital home in Amethi on Tuesday. Her mother has alleged that her daughter was murdered by her in-laws, claiming she was lured into marriage and subsequently killed. Police have sent the body for post-mortem and further action will be taken based on the report.

J&K Police Recover Pistol And Heroin In Border Village

J&K Police Recover Pistol And Heroin In Border Village

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Jammu and Kashmir Police seized a pistol and 9.22 grams of heroin in a border village near Jammu. The recovery was based on information from an arrested drug peddler, Gagandeep Singh, who was previously caught with heroin. A probe is ongoing to determine the source of the contraband and identify other individuals involved.

Delhi Man Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances Before Divorce Hearing

Delhi Man Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances Before Divorce Hearing

Rediff.com3 hours ago

A 30-year-old man, Munesh, was found dead in Delhi under suspicious circumstances, just days before a hearing in his divorce case. His family suspects foul play, noting he went missing after attending a Dussehra fair on October 20 and had received threats recently.

India's Kabaddi Teams Secure Double Victory

India's Kabaddi Teams Secure Double Victory

Rediff.com3 hours ago

India's men's and women's kabaddi teams continued their strong performance at the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The women's team defeated Uganda 41-18, led by Captain Nidhi Sharma, while the men's team secured a 37-23 victory over Malaysia, with Neeraj Narwal as the top scorer.

2nd ODI: Harmanpreet, Deepti shine with centuries as India crush Zimbabwe to win series

2nd ODI: Harmanpreet, Deepti shine with centuries as India crush Zimbabwe to win series

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Harmanpreet Kaur smashed a scintillating 126, while all-rounder Deepti Sharma struck an unbeaten 106 as India thrashed Zimbabwe by 121 runs in the second women's ODI in Vadodara.

Tri-Series ODI: Shadab's heroics, Rauf's grit seal Pakistan's dramatic triumph over England

Tri-Series ODI: Shadab's heroics, Rauf's grit seal Pakistan's dramatic triumph over England

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Shadab Khan's unbeaten 113 and an unbroken 89-run last-wicket stand with Haris Rauf powered Pakistan to a thrilling one-wicket victory over England despite Ben Duckett's century.

Audacious Kolhapur Teen Steals Uncle's Gold For SUV, Then Invites Him To Puja

Audacious Kolhapur Teen Steals Uncle's Gold For SUV, Then Invites Him To Puja

Rediff.com4 hours ago

A 19-year-old man in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, was arrested for stealing 15 tolas of gold from his uncle to purchase a luxury SUV. The accused, Samar Chavan, even invited his uncle, Umesh Chavan, to the vehicle's 'puja'. The theft came to light after Umesh filed a complaint, leading to the arrest of Samar and the jeweller who bought the stolen gold.

Mulik Shatters Own National Record In 110m Hurdles

Mulik Shatters Own National Record In 110m Hurdles

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Yash Mulik of Maharashtra broke his own U18 national record in the 110m hurdles, clocking 13.29 seconds to win gold at the National Junior Athletics Championships on Sunday. The event also saw Fasalul Haque win gold in the men's U20 110m hurdles, with several other athletes achieving top honours across various categories.

Gangster Link In Najafgarh Firing: Six Arrested For Rs 5-Crore Extortion Bid

Gangster Link In Najafgarh Firing: Six Arrested For Rs 5-Crore Extortion Bid

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Six men have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a firing incident at a medical store in southwest Delhi's Najafgarh last month. Investigators suspect the attack was carried out over a Rs 5-crore extortion demand linked to gangster Kapil Sangwan. The arrested individuals played various roles in the conspiracy, from procuring firearms to executing the shooting.

Cheap IPOs Are Paying Off In 2026

Cheap IPOs Are Paying Off In 2026

Rediff.com4 days ago

Investors who bought attractively valued IPOs and held on have earned strong returns, particularly when the money raised went into companies rather than into the pockets of exiting shareholders.

Mahindra's Bristlecone Targets Billion-Dollar Valuation

Mahindra's Bristlecone Targets Billion-Dollar Valuation

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Mahindra Group's Bristlecone, a supply chain services provider, reported a 24 per cent year-on-year growth. The company is pursuing a "project unicorn" initiative to achieve a billion-dollar valuation in a few years, driven by expanded offerings, strategic investments in AI and IP, and a focus on resilient supply chains.

Sanathoi Singh's late strike secures Punjab FC's dramatic win over Churchill Brothers

Sanathoi Singh's late strike secures Punjab FC's dramatic win over Churchill Brothers

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Konsam Sanathoi Singh scored in the final minute of injury time to give Punjab FC a dramatic 3-2 victory over Churchill Brothers in an Indian Super League match. Raphael Messi Bouli and Alfred Planas Moya also scored for Punjab, while Sebastian Gutierrez netted twice for Churchill Brothers.

Medvedev claims fourth title of 2026, keeps ATP Finals qualification in sight

Medvedev claims fourth title of 2026, keeps ATP Finals qualification in sight

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Daniil Medvedev fought back to defeat Nikoloz Basilashvili in three sets, defend his Almaty Open title, claim his fourth trophy of 2026 and boost ATP Finals qualification hopes.

BJP questions Kerala CM over beef, Jinnah statue at Fort Kochi cafe

BJP questions Kerala CM over beef, Jinnah statue at Fort Kochi cafe

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Kerala BJP president Rajeev Chandrasekhar has accused Chief Minister VD Satheesan of "selective secularism" following the arrest of a YouTuber for allegedly making communal remarks about a Fort Kochi cafe. Chandrasekhar questioned the ruling Congress and CPI(M)'s political culture, which he claims disrespects religious sentiments, while other leaders like Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala and MP Hibi Eden condemned the communal remarks and defended Kerala's secular fabric and tourism.

'That's life': Robert Vadra pens note for son Raihan amid photo exhibition row

'That's life': Robert Vadra pens note for son Raihan amid photo exhibition row

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Businessman Robert Vadra expressed support for his son Raihan Vadra after Raihan's photo exhibition faced controversy over images of "vote chori" protests. Vadra stated that his son faces headwinds but will emerge stronger, while Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticised the suppression of expression.

India's Ayush Sector Looks Beyond Primary Care

India's Ayush Sector Looks Beyond Primary Care

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Dedicated Ayush dispensaries increased from 26,130 in 2013-2014 to 37,804 in 2024-2025, while hospitals rose much more slowly, from 3,605 to 3,885.

Kharge's 'Modi ka baap bhi jayega' remark courts controversy

Kharge's 'Modi ka baap bhi jayega' remark courts controversy

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge sparked a major controversy on Sunday with his remark "Modi ka baap bhi jayega" during an event in Patna, in response to an audience member's comment about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The statement drew sharp condemnation from senior leaders of the BJP and other NDA allies, including Home Minister Amit Shah and Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, who criticised the use of "indecent and unparliamentary language" and demanded an apology from the Congress.

Phatlum Dominates Hero Women's Indian Open, Vani Kapoor Finishes Strong Second

Phatlum Dominates Hero Women's Indian Open, Vani Kapoor Finishes Strong Second

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Thailand's Pornanong Phatlum secured her fourth Hero Women's Indian Open title, conquering the Gary Player Course with an impressive 11-under 277. India's Vani Kapoor put up a strong fight, finishing second, marking her best Ladies European Tour result. Defending champion Shannon Tan finished third, while other Indian golfers also made it to the top 10.

No room to 'stand still': IAF Chief on lessons from Op Sindoor

No room to 'stand still': IAF Chief on lessons from Op Sindoor

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh stated on Sunday that the Indian Air Force's Operation Sindoor demonstrated its capability to strike targets across the Western front, serving as a warning to adversaries. He highlighted the operation's validation of the IAF's capability-centric approach, indigenous weapon systems, and commitment to zero collateral damage, while also outlining the force's long-term vision for 2047 to become a multi-domain aerospace power.

Bollywood Asks The Question On Everyone's Mind: 'Why Target Tiger?'

Bollywood Asks The Question On Everyone's Mind: 'Why Target Tiger?'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'This is a never-before-seen phenomenon.' 'Instead of violence relating to extortion, contract killings, settlements etc for the first time ever, they seem to be wanting to kill for vanity and pride.'

School Headmaster Held For Alleged Sexual Harassment Of Class 6 Student

School Headmaster Held For Alleged Sexual Harassment Of Class 6 Student

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A government residential school headmaster in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, was arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a Class 6 girl student. The incident, which occurred on September 25, was reported to the police on Monday after the victim informed her parents. The headmaster, Srikrushna Patra, faces charges under BNS and the POCSO Act.

Jio IPO subscribed 3.01 times, draws Rs 66,500 cr bids after record 100-minute sellout

Jio IPO subscribed 3.01 times, draws Rs 66,500 cr bids after record 100-minute sellout

Rediff.com4 days ago

Jio Platforms Ltd's Rs 30,213-crore initial public offering was subscribed 3.01 times, attracting approximately Rs 66,500 crore in public bids, with qualified institutional buyers oversubscribing their portion by 9.02 times, while retail investor demand remained under-subscribed at 0.68 times.

Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship: Canada Dominates, Sri Lanka Women Shine

Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship: Canada Dominates, Sri Lanka Women Shine

Rediff.com6 hours ago

On the third day of the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad, Canada secured a dominant 74-28 victory over Australia, becoming the first men's team to score over 70 points. Other men's matches saw Sri Lanka narrowly defeat Uganda and England comfortably beat Nigeria. In the women's division, Nigeria achieved their historic first win against Singapore, while Sri Lanka women decisively beat England women.

Ex-Journalist Held For Firing Shots At Raipur Press Club

Ex-Journalist Held For Firing Shots At Raipur Press Club

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A former local journalist, Palash Tiwari, was arrested in Raipur for allegedly firing shots in the air and threatening individuals inside the Raipur Press Club. The incident occurred on Saturday evening, leading to his swift apprehension and the recovery of a pistol and cartridges.