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Karur stampede: TVK's Vijay grilled by CBI for over 7 hours

Karur stampede: TVK's Vijay grilled by CBI for over 7 hours

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Actor Vijay faces intense CBI questioning regarding the tragic stampede at his rally in Tamil Nadu, as the investigation seeks to uncover the truth behind the incident that claimed 41 lives.

Child Trafficking Syndicate Busted in Andhra Pradesh: Infants Illegally Sold

Child Trafficking Syndicate Busted in Andhra Pradesh: Infants Illegally Sold

Rediff.com1 days ago

Andhra Pradesh police have dismantled a child trafficking syndicate in Eluru district, uncovering the illegal sale of infants following an investigation into suspicious child registration records.

Cyber Criminals Blackmail Man to Suicide in Thane

Cyber Criminals Blackmail Man to Suicide in Thane

Rediff.com23 hours ago

A 45-year-old man in Thane, Maharashtra, died by suicide after being blackmailed by cyber criminals who threatened to circulate morphed obscene photographs of him on social media. The victim had been forced to transfer large sums of money before his death.

Axis Bank Fined for Poor Service After Failed ATM Withdrawal

Axis Bank Fined for Poor Service After Failed ATM Withdrawal

Rediff.com1 days ago

A consumer commission in Nagpur, Maharashtra, has penalised Axis Bank for deficiency in service, ordering a refund and compensation to a customer over a failed ATM transaction from 2018.

Pakistan Confirms Military Action Against Terrorist Hideouts in Afghanistan

Pakistan Confirms Military Action Against Terrorist Hideouts in Afghanistan

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Pakistan confirms its armed forces targeted terrorist hideouts and military installations in Afghanistan's Kandahar province, claiming the action was in response to attacks by the Afghan Taliban. The strikes, part of Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, targeted technical support infrastructure and equipment storage used by terrorists, according to Pakistani officials.

Politician Among Six Detained After Hyderabad Drug Party Raid

Politician Among Six Detained After Hyderabad Drug Party Raid

Rediff.com1 days ago

A TDP MP and former BRS MLA are among six people detained in Hyderabad after testing positive for drug consumption following a raid on a farmhouse party.

K Sudhakaran breaks down during tribute to Congress worker

K Sudhakaran breaks down during tribute to Congress worker

Rediff.com1 days ago

Congress MP K Sudhakaran became emotional while paying tribute to a party worker, Kappadan Ramesh, at a function in Kannur. The event was organised to hand over the key of a house built for Ramesh's family. Sudhakaran also addressed speculation about his candidature in the upcoming Assembly elections.

Jammu and Udhampur Police Crack Down on Drug Trafficking, Arresting Five

Jammu and Udhampur Police Crack Down on Drug Trafficking, Arresting Five

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Police in Udhampur and Jammu districts arrested five suspected drug peddlers and seized heroin in separate operations. The accused have been booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.

Thane Lok Adalat Awards 1 Crore Compensation in Motor Accident Claim

Thane Lok Adalat Awards 1 Crore Compensation in Motor Accident Claim

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Lok Adalat in Thane has awarded 1 crore in compensation to the family of an assistant security manager who died in a road accident in 2024.

Soccer: Inter held by Atalanta; 9-man Bayern drop points

Soccer: Inter held by Atalanta; 9-man Bayern drop points

Rediff.com1 days ago

A summary of results from football leagues across Europe.

Gambhir Highlights Samson's Ability to Dominate Powerplay Overs

Gambhir Highlights Samson's Ability to Dominate Powerplay Overs

Rediff.com1 days ago

India head coach Gautam Gambhir praises Sanju Samson's explosive batting and ability to win games in the powerplay overs.

Manipur Police Arrest Woman Accused of Recruiting for Banned PLA

Manipur Police Arrest Woman Accused of Recruiting for Banned PLA

Rediff.com1 days ago

A woman militant has been arrested in Manipur's Imphal East district for allegedly recruiting cadre for the banned outfit, People's Liberation Army (PLA), police said.

Govt bars LPG for households with piped gas connections

Govt bars LPG for households with piped gas connections

Rediff.com1 days ago

India restricts subsidised LPG connections for households with piped natural gas (PNG) to ensure equitable distribution and address global energy supply concerns, pushing for faster PNG adoption.

West Asia Conflict and US Fed Decision to Steer Equity Market This Week

West Asia Conflict and US Fed Decision to Steer Equity Market This Week

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Analysts predict that the ongoing conflict in West Asia, crude oil price fluctuations, and the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision will significantly influence the Indian equity market this week.

LaLiga shock: Getafe's Abqar sent off for grabbing opponent's groin

LaLiga shock: Getafe's Abqar sent off for grabbing opponent's groin

Rediff.com1 days ago

Getafe defender Abdel Abqar was sent off after VAR spotted him grabbing Atletico Madrid striker Alexander Srloth during a LaLiga clash, as Atletico secured a 1-0 win.

Aakash Chopra flags Gujarat Titans' batting concerns ahead of IPL 2026

Aakash Chopra flags Gujarat Titans' batting concerns ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Former India opener Aakash Chopra has pointed out the real chink in the armour for Gujarat Titans ahead of the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), highlighting the Shubman Gill-led side's heavy dependence on their top-order and the poor form of star batter Jos Buttler.

From three ducks to T20 WC hero: Gambhir explains faith in Abhishek

From three ducks to T20 WC hero: Gambhir explains faith in Abhishek

Rediff.com1 days ago

Gautam Gambhir explains why India backed Abhishek Sharma despite three ducks early in the T20 World Cup, as the opener bounced back with a blazing fifty in the final against New Zealand.

Criminal Arrested After Shootout with Police in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh

Criminal Arrested After Shootout with Police in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, arrested a criminal with a Rs 25,000 reward on his head after an encounter. The criminal sustained a gunshot wound to his left leg during the exchange.

India's Final AFC Asian Cup Qualifier Against Hong Kong to be Held in Kochi

India's Final AFC Asian Cup Qualifier Against Hong Kong to be Held in Kochi

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's final match of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers against Hong Kong will be held in Kochi on March 31. Although India is out of contention for the AFC Asian Cup 2027, the match is still important for FIFA ranking points.

Sweet Shop Owner Extortion Case: Two Arrested in Thane

Sweet Shop Owner Extortion Case: Two Arrested in Thane

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Thane have arrested two individuals for allegedly extorting money from a sweets businessman. The suspects were caught accepting a reduced payment as part of the extortion scheme.

Sahith Theegala in Top 10 at Players Championship

Sahith Theegala in Top 10 at Players Championship

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian American golfer Sahith Theegala moves into the top 10 at the Players Championship, while other Indian and Indo-Canadian players also make significant strides.

Selva Prabhu leaps to silver and sets national indoor record at NCAA Championships

Selva Prabhu leaps to silver and sets national indoor record at NCAA Championships

Rediff.com1 days ago

With this podium finish in the triple jump event, Indian athlete Selva Prabhu qualifies for the Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, and the World Indoor Championships.

Six Arrested in Punjab for Cross-Border Smuggling Operation

Six Arrested in Punjab for Cross-Border Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com1 days ago

Punjab Police have arrested six individuals involved in cross-border arms and drug smuggling with links to Pakistan-based smugglers, seizing weapons and heroin.

EPL PIX: Arsenal stretch lead as City held by West Ham

EPL PIX: Arsenal stretch lead as City held by West Ham

Rediff.com1 days ago

Arsenal moved nine points clear in the Premier League after beating Everton 2-0 as 16-year-old Max Dowman became the youngest scorer in league history, while Manchester City dropped points at West Ham.

Pak terrorist killed as Army foils infiltration attempt in J-K's Uri

Pak terrorist killed as Army foils infiltration attempt in J-K's Uri

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian Army successfully foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the death of a Pakistani terrorist and the recovery of weapons and ammunition.

Jewellery, precious stones worth Rs 2 cr stolen from Travancore palace

Jewellery, precious stones worth Rs 2 cr stolen from Travancore palace

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Thiruvananthapuram have launched an investigation into the alleged theft of jewellery worth over Rs two crore from Kowdiar Palace, the official residence of the Travancore royal family.

Indian Wells: Medvedev stuns Alcaraz, sets up Sinner final

Indian Wells: Medvedev stuns Alcaraz, sets up Sinner final

Rediff.com1 days ago

Russian Daniil Medvedev will meet Italian Jannik Sinner in the final at the Indian Wells Tennis tournament in California.

'For region to be secure....': Iran urges American exit from West Asia

'For region to be secure....': Iran urges American exit from West Asia

Rediff.com1 days ago

On Saturday, it was reported that a drone strike had targeted the Fujairah Port in the UAE, triggering a fire.

FPIs sell-off continues; pull out Rs 52,704 cr last fortnight amid West Asia conflict

FPIs sell-off continues; pull out Rs 52,704 cr last fortnight amid West Asia conflict

Rediff.com1 days ago

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) withdrew a substantial amount from Indian equities in the first half of March, driven by geopolitical tensions, rupee depreciation, and concerns about crude oil prices.

Pakistan's Salman Ali Agha reprimanded by ICC

Pakistan's Salman Ali Agha reprimanded by ICC

Rediff.com1 days ago

Pakistan's Salman Ali Agha breached Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct for abuse of cricket equipment during the 2nd ODI against Bangladesh in Dhaka on Friday.

Kerala Gangster Hacked to Death: Four More Arrested

Kerala Gangster Hacked to Death: Four More Arrested

Rediff.com1 days ago

Four more people have been arrested in connection with the murder of a gangster in Puthiyakavu, Kerala, bringing the total number of arrests to eight. The victim, Athul, was murdered in broad daylight, and police suspect gang warfare as the motive.

History at Emirates: Dowman, 16, becomes youngest EPL scorer

History at Emirates: Dowman, 16, becomes youngest EPL scorer

Rediff.com1 days ago

Arsenal teenager Max Dowman made Premier League history by scoring at 16 years and 73 days in a 2-0 win over Everton, becoming the youngest scorer in the competition.

'Iran ready for ceasefire talks but....', says Trump as oil prices surge

'Iran ready for ceasefire talks but....', says Trump as oil prices surge

Rediff.com1 days ago

Trump said he is unwilling to make a deal with Tehran at this stage despite indications the country wants negotiations.

Day after Trump call, UK weighs 'Octopus' anti-drone shield in Gulf

Day after Trump call, UK weighs 'Octopus' anti-drone shield in Gulf

Rediff.com1 days ago

Specifically, military experts are assessing if the 'Octopus' interceptor anti-drone system, produced in the UK to support Ukraine in countering Russian threats, could be repurposed to strengthen British protections against Iran's Shahed drones.

Macron's India visit gets a Bollywood twist with Dhurandhar track

Macron's India visit gets a Bollywood twist with Dhurandhar track

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron's recent state visit to India concluded with a tribute video featuring the title track from the Hindi blockbuster 'Dhurandhar,' sparking widespread social media buzz.

MCC has become 'Modi's Code of Campaigning': Cong's dig at EC

MCC has become 'Modi's Code of Campaigning': Cong's dig at EC

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The Congress party has accused the Modi government of abusing its power and distorting the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during the upcoming assembly elections in Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal and Puducherry. The party alleges that the MCC has become 'Modi's Code of Campaigning' filled with defamation and lies.

Nurses Extortion Case: Four Held in Imphal, Funds and Weapon Seized

Nurses Extortion Case: Four Held in Imphal, Funds and Weapon Seized

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Imphal have arrested four individuals for extorting contractual nurses at the Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS). The arrests followed an FIR lodged by the victims, leading to the seizure of a substantial amount of money and a pistol.

Fake Call Centre Busted in Navi Mumbai for Stock Market Investment Fraud

Fake Call Centre Busted in Navi Mumbai for Stock Market Investment Fraud

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Navi Mumbai have dismantled a fraudulent call centre accused of swindling individuals out of over Rs 1 crore by falsely promising high returns on share market investments. Two individuals have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing.

Car trouble keeps Norris, Piastri out of Chinese GP start

Car trouble keeps Norris, Piastri out of Chinese GP start

Rediff.com1 days ago

McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri failed to start the Chinese Grand Prix due to car issues, leaving empty grid spots as Mercedes locked out the front row with Kimi Antonelli on pole.

Moscow Reports Interception of 28 Ukrainian Drones

Moscow Reports Interception of 28 Ukrainian Drones

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Russian air defence units reportedly destroyed 28 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow, marking the second consecutive day of such incidents. Airport operations were temporarily suspended due to the drone attacks.