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Jhansi fire: DNA test may be needed to identify 3 newborns

Jhansi fire: DNA test may be needed to identify 3 newborns

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Hours after a fire claimed the lives of at least 10 newborn children in Jhansi district, the Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday announced a financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh each to the parents of the deceased, an official said.

Ashwin's big advice for struggling Sanju, SKY

Ashwin's big advice for struggling Sanju, SKY

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Former India spinner Ravichandrean Ashwin expressed concern at Sanju Samson's recent poor showing with the bat in the T20I series against England.

Delhi hospital firing victim was not the target, 2 held

Delhi hospital firing victim was not the target, 2 held

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

The Delhi Police has arrested two people in connection with the fatal shooting of a 32-year-old man inside a ward in the GTB Hospital, officials on Monday said.

32 wards designated as COVID-19 hotspots in Bengaluru

32 wards designated as COVID-19 hotspots in Bengaluru

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Bengaluru tops the list with 71 positive cases so far, followed by Mysuru where 58 cases have been reported. Kalaburagi district is also among the hotspots with 17 positive cases including three deaths.

How BJP Brought Down Kejriwal

How BJP Brought Down Kejriwal

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

The BJP coined a new word for AAP, 'Aapda (crisis)', which Modi repeated constantly during the election campaign to show how Delhi residents's lives had become miserable under AAP's 11-year rule.

Rickelton, Bavuma score tons as SA dominate vsPak

Rickelton, Bavuma score tons as SA dominate vsPak

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Ryan Rickelton struck a career-best unbeaten 176 and his captain Temba Bavuma scored 106 as South Africa pummelled Pakistan's seamers at Newlands to finish the first day of the second and final Test on 316 for four on Friday.

Delhi govt suffered Rs 2,000 cr losses due to liquor policy: CAG report

Delhi govt suffered Rs 2,000 cr losses due to liquor policy: CAG report

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The report on the alleged liquor scam, a hot button issue in the run-up to the elections, claimed a loss of revenue to the tune of Rs 941.53 crore, saying timely permissions were not taken for opening the liquor vends in non-conforming municipal wards.

Forest log sixth straight Premier League win

Forest log sixth straight Premier League win

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Forest's tally is the same number as Leicester City had accumulated by the same point of the 2015/16 campaign when they went on to become shock Premier League champions.

Parliament scuffle: Injured BJP MPs under observation

Parliament scuffle: Injured BJP MPs under observation

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

The health condition of two Bharatiya Janata Party MPs, who suffered head injuries in a face-off between opposition and National Democratic Alliance members in Parliament premises, is much better now and they remain under observation in the ICU of the Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in New Delhi, authorities said on Friday.

Kolkata: Severed human head found in garbage dump

Kolkata: Severed human head found in garbage dump

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

A severed human head, suspected of that of a woman, was recovered from a garbage dump in Kolkata's Tollygunge area on Friday morning, police said.

'Dead' man wakes up on pyre, dies again; doctors suspended

'Dead' man wakes up on pyre, dies again; doctors suspended

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

A man declared dead by doctors woke up just as he was placed on the pyre much to the shock of those around but breathed his last a few hours later, the dramatic life and death story unfolding in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu area over Thursday and Friday.

Rinku's 6 that shattered press box still stands unrepaired

Rinku's 6 that shattered press box still stands unrepaired

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Rinku Singh maximum smashed the window glass of St George Park's press box and with a repair unlikely anytime soon

BEST bus crash: 'It was her first day at work'

BEST bus crash: 'It was her first day at work'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Afreen Shah, a 20-year-old woman, was one of seven people killed in a bus accident in Mumbai's Kurla on Monday night. The bus rammed into pedestrians and vehicles on the SG Barve Road, leaving 42 others injured. The accident occurred as Afreen was waiting for an autorickshaw after her first day at a new job. Her father, Abdul Salim Shah, spoke to her last at 9:09 pm, advising her to walk towards the highway to find an autorickshaw. He received a call from Bhabha Hospital at 9:54 pm, informing him of his daughter's death. Shah has called for government action to prevent similar accidents, citing congestion due to illegal parking, hawking, and metro rail work. The bus driver has been arrested and charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

Under-construction building collapses at UP railway station, several feared trapped

Under-construction building collapses at UP railway station, several feared trapped

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

A building under construction at the Kannauj railway station in Uttar Pradesh collapsed on Saturday, trapping around two dozen workers under the rubble. Six workers have been rescued and rushed to hospital. Rescue efforts are ongoing with teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) deployed at the site. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to ensure the safe recovery of those trapped and their proper medical treatment.

PR Sreejesh chosen for Padma Bhushan; Ashwin to get Padma Shri

PR Sreejesh chosen for Padma Bhushan; Ashwin to get Padma Shri

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

Former hockey captain P R Sreejesh was chosen for the Padma Bhushan, while Ravichandran Ashwin was among the Padma Shri winners.

'2.5 Inch Knife Removed From Saif's Spine'

'2.5 Inch Knife Removed From Saif's Spine'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

'A surgery was performed to remove the knife and repair the leaking spinal fluid.'

Medic rape: 19 arrested for vandalism at Kolkata hospital

Medic rape: 19 arrested for vandalism at Kolkata hospital

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Kolkata Police on Friday said it has so far arrested 19 people in connection with the vandalism and violence at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital in the metropolis.

UP hospital fire: Dy CM orders action over 'VIP welcome'

UP hospital fire: Dy CM orders action over 'VIP welcome'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

In a video doing the rounds on social media, some workers are seen making marks on the road with lime powder.

I'm always in contention: Shardul eyes India comeback

I'm always in contention: Shardul eyes India comeback

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Shardul Thakur remains optimistic about his India chances following yet another stellar performance for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy.

Handling fame: Gukesh prepares for increased scrutiny

Handling fame: Gukesh prepares for increased scrutiny

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Gukesh will have to carry with him the tag of world champion and along with it loads of expectations and increased scrutiny. But the 19-year-old is prepared to stand in the limelight.

No unusual HMPV surge in India but precautions must: Experts

No unusual HMPV surge in India but precautions must: Experts

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Amid growing concerns over the detection of human metapneumovirus cases in India, health experts have emphasised the virus is not new, and advised people to stay calm and take basic precautions.

ISL: NorthEast United FC held to a frustrating draw

ISL: NorthEast United FC held to a frustrating draw

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Despite having the ball possession of 60.6 per cent, the Highlanders were not able to go past the defence of the Mohammedan FC.

Localised campaign helped BJP dislodge AAP from power

Localised campaign helped BJP dislodge AAP from power

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

The BJP's hyper-local campaign targeting the AAP's loyal base among the poor, along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's depiction of Delhi's ruling party as "AAP-da" (disaster), proved decisive in the Delhi assembly elections. This victory marks the end of a 26-year drought for the BJP in the national capital. The BJP's campaign highlighted perceived failures in governance and corruption allegations against the AAP, while emphasizing its own welfare schemes. The party's focus on local issues resonated with voters, particularly the middle class and poor who were disenchanted with the AAP's performance. This win is a major setback for the AAP and the INDIA bloc, which has been on a losing streak after its strong performance in the Lok Sabha elections.

India thrash B'desh 13-1 in Jr Women's Hockey Asia Cup

India thrash B'desh 13-1 in Jr Women's Hockey Asia Cup

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

India took control of the match very early and converted their dominance into a goal in the seventh minute through Deepika who deftly converted a penalty corner with a neat flick to give her team the lead.

Many Delhi schools get bomb threat, 2nd time this week

Many Delhi schools get bomb threat, 2nd time this week

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Three schools in Delhi received bomb threats via email on Friday morning, prompting a multi-agency response, including searches by police and bomb detection teams. The threats come after at least 44 schools received similar emails on December 9, which were declared hoaxes by police. Authorities are currently conducting checks at the schools, and parents have been advised not to send their children to classes.

'Kohli is too good a player to be criticised'

'Kohli is too good a player to be criticised'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

'It will be unfair to say that he is out of form on the basis of two innings. He has already scored a hundred in this series. How many players have got a hundred in the series?'

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Vote! India's Best Wins Over Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

A look at some of India's best victories over Pakistan in ICC tournaments.

40 Delhi schools get bomb threat, $30,000 demand

40 Delhi schools get bomb threat, $30,000 demand

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Around 40 schools in Delhi received a bomb threat mail Monday morning with the sender demanding US

Had Bumrah not been there, BGT series would've been one-sided: McGrath

Had Bumrah not been there, BGT series would've been one-sided: McGrath

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah's incredible performance has prevented the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series from becoming completely lopsided in Australia's favour, said pace great Glenn McGrath, lauding the India spearhead for his ball-control and ability to adapt quickly.

'Ashwin Was Absolutely Fearless'

'Ashwin Was Absolutely Fearless'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

'The brain would always react first, he was an intelligent cricketer, a good thinking cricketer.'

EPL PIX: Liverpool demolish Spurs; United shocked

EPL PIX: Liverpool demolish Spurs; United shocked

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday night.

BMC to acquire 100 beds of pvt hospitals in each Mumbai ward

BMC to acquire 100 beds of pvt hospitals in each Mumbai ward

Rediff.com21 May 2020

This will facilitate availability of at least 2,400 more beds for patients in the city, the BMC said.

'I Said, 'I'm Fine. I'm Not Going To Die'

'I Said, 'I'm Fine. I'm Not Going To Die'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

'He had a knife in each hand.' 'And something just kind of took over and I just grabbed him.'

Fire at Mumbai's BKC metro basement, services suspended

Fire at Mumbai's BKC metro basement, services suspended

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

No injuries were reported in the blaze that erupted around 1.10 pm. It was confined to wooden sheets, furniture and construction material at a depth of 40-50 feet of the station located in Bandra East, causing heavy smoke in the area, they said.

Why Did Shreyas Bat with Sunglasses?

Why Did Shreyas Bat with Sunglasses?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Sporting sunglasses under his helmet, Iyer attempted to shield his eyes from the intense Anantapur sun. However, his unconventional approach failed to ward off the heat, as he was dismissed for a seven ball duck.

Israel Kills Hezbollah Commander

Israel Kills Hezbollah Commander

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Top Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Mohammed Kobeissi was killed in the Israeli strike on Beirut on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

Saif Ali Khan stabbed six times, is 'out of danger', say docs

Saif Ali Khan stabbed six times, is 'out of danger', say docs

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Khan, 54, was "out of danger" following an emergency surgery, said the doctors at the Lilavati Hospital where he was rushed following the incident that took place around 2.30 am at his apartment in `Satguru Sharan' building.

Fire in basement of Mumbai's BKC metro station hits services

Fire in basement of Mumbai's BKC metro station hits services

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

A fire broke out in the basement of the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) underground metro station in Mumbai on Friday afternoon, leading to suspension of rail services there for more than two hours as a precautionary measure, officials said.

Beleaguered Gambhir gets Shastri backing

Beleaguered Gambhir gets Shastri backing

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Gambhir was named India Head Coach in July after the end of Rahul Dravid's tenure.

Himachal mayor disqualified because of 'male bias': SC

Himachal mayor disqualified because of 'male bias': SC

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

The Supreme Court on Monday kept in abeyance the fresh election for the post of the mayor of Solan in Himachal Pradesh as it termed the disqualification of the incumbent, Usha Sharma, "a case of male bias".