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Morena Administration Halts Sand Mining Following Supreme Court Intervention

Morena Administration Halts Sand Mining Following Supreme Court Intervention

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The Morena administration in Madhya Pradesh has banned sand mining and transportation from the Chambal River, along with restricting fuel sales to unregistered vehicles, following criticism from the Supreme Court regarding illegal mining activities.

Gurugram Taxi Driver Dies by Suicide After Argument with Partner

Gurugram Taxi Driver Dies by Suicide After Argument with Partner

Rediff.com5 hours ago

A 24-year-old taxi driver in Gurugram died after allegedly setting himself on fire following a dispute with his live-in partner. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.

Akasa Air, SpiceJet planes damaged after taxiway collision at Delhi airport

Akasa Air, SpiceJet planes damaged after taxiway collision at Delhi airport

Rediff.com5 hours ago

An Akasa Air and a SpiceJet plane collided on the taxiway at Delhi airport, resulting in both aircraft being grounded due to damage. The incident occurred at Terminal 1, with investigations underway.

Modi 'guarantees' no injustice in delimitation, seeks Opposition support

Modi 'guarantees' no injustice in delimitation, seeks Opposition support

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to the opposition to support the government's bills for implementing the women's reservation law, cautioning against politicisation and assuring that delimitation will be fair to all states.

Local Conditions, Not Distant Air, Fuel Indo-Gangetic Plain Heatwaves: IIT Bombay Study

Local Conditions, Not Distant Air, Fuel Indo-Gangetic Plain Heatwaves: IIT Bombay Study

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Researchers at IIT Bombay have discovered that heatwaves in the Indo-Gangetic Plains are primarily caused by local land and weather conditions, rather than hot air originating from elsewhere, emphasising the need for location-specific early warning systems.

Sensex, Nifty dip in volatile trade as profit-taking hits banking stocks

Sensex, Nifty dip in volatile trade as profit-taking hits banking stocks

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower in a volatile session due to profit-taking in banking and financial shares, despite earlier gains driven by easing geopolitical tensions. Analysts suggest investors remain cautious and are not aggressively chasing the recent rally.

West Bengal Polls: Nearly a Quarter of Candidates Face Criminal Charges

West Bengal Polls: Nearly a Quarter of Candidates Face Criminal Charges

Rediff.com5 hours ago

A report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and West Bengal Election Watch reveals that nearly 23% of candidates in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections have declared criminal cases against themselves.

India, New Zealand FTA to be signed on April 27

India, New Zealand FTA to be signed on April 27

Rediff.com5 hours ago

India and New Zealand are poised to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) on April 27 in New Delhi, aiming to provide tariff-free access for Indian goods to New Zealand's market and attract USD 20 billion in investment over the next 15 years.

Tendulkar Joins Support Group As Kambli's Health Worsens

Tendulkar Joins Support Group As Kambli's Health Worsens

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Former cricketer Vinod Kambli is facing ongoing health challenges, including memory issues, despite improvements in his physical condition. Sachin Tendulkar and friends have formed a support group to provide financial and emotional assistance.

SRH's David Payne ruled out of IPL 2026 with ankle injury

SRH's David Payne ruled out of IPL 2026 with ankle injury

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer David Payne has been ruled out of the remainder of the Indian Premier League 2026 season due to an ankle injury, the franchise confirmed on Thursday.

Mumbai Student Arrested for Alleged Drug Supply at Goregaon Music Concert

Mumbai Student Arrested for Alleged Drug Supply at Goregaon Music Concert

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A 22-year-old student has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly supplying drugs at a music concert in Goregaon, following the deaths of two people from suspected drug overdoses.

Kerala Driver Faces Action for Blocking Fire Engine En Route to Hospital

Kerala Driver Faces Action for Blocking Fire Engine En Route to Hospital

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Police in Kerala have seized a car and registered a case against a driver for allegedly obstructing a fire engine responding to a major fire at a hospital, sparking outrage and prompting authorities to suspend the driver's license and mandate responsible driving training.

S&P: India to maintain robust 6.3% growth even with $130/barrel crude

S&P: India to maintain robust 6.3% growth even with $130/barrel crude

Rediff.com6 hours ago

S&P Global Ratings projects India's economy to grow at 6.3 per cent even if crude oil prices average USD 130 per barrel in the current fiscal year, highlighting the nation's resilience amidst the West Asia crisis and strong commitment to fiscal consolidation.

French Open Announces Significant Prize Money Increase for 2026

French Open Announces Significant Prize Money Increase for 2026

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The French Open will increase its prize money by 9.5% this year, bringing the total purse to 61.7 million euros. This increase reflects a broader trend of Grand Slam tournaments boosting player earnings, particularly in the early rounds, amid ongoing discussions about revenue distribution in tennis.

Prostitution Racket Busted in Bengaluru: Four Arrested, Women Rescued

Prostitution Racket Busted in Bengaluru: Four Arrested, Women Rescued

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Bengaluru police have dismantled a prostitution racket operating from rented houses across the city, arresting four individuals and rescuing four women.

Harmanpreet & Co keen to build momentum, squad depth ahead of T20 World Cup

Harmanpreet & Co keen to build momentum, squad depth ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 hours ago

India Women's cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur emphasises the importance of the T20I series against South Africa for World Cup preparation, highlighting the need to provide opportunities to all players and build momentum.

Banking liquidity surplus stays over Rs 5 trn

Banking liquidity surplus stays over Rs 5 trn

Rediff.com6 hours ago

India's banking system is grappling with a persistent liquidity surplus exceeding Rs 5 trillion, driven by significant government spending and bond redemptions, leading market participants to anticipate the Reserve Bank of India will step up Variable Rate Reserve Repo operations to manage the excess funds.

Police Seize Banned Tobacco Products in Beed Shop Raid

Police Seize Banned Tobacco Products in Beed Shop Raid

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Police in Beed, Maharashtra, seized banned tobacco products worth Rs 2.45 lakh from a shop in Rajuri Navgan following a tip-off. One person was detained, and a case is being registered.

Vikas Khanna: From 'Curry Boy' to TIME 100

Vikas Khanna: From 'Curry Boy' to TIME 100

Rediff.com6 hours ago

'They use the word curry in derogatory terms but I use it with pride. It's something which our grandmothers fed us and our body and brain functions on that.'

Jharkhand man kills alleged harasser of his sister with axe

Jharkhand man kills alleged harasser of his sister with axe

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A 22-year-old man in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district has been arrested for allegedly killing a man who repeatedly harassed his sister.

Wild Elephant Tramples Man to Death in Chhattisgarh Forest

Wild Elephant Tramples Man to Death in Chhattisgarh Forest

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A 28-year-old man was trampled to death by a wild elephant in Chhattisgarh's Surajpur district. The incident has sparked outrage among local villagers, who are demanding compensation and government jobs for the victim's family.

Education Crucial in Anti-Doping Efforts, Says NADA Chairman

Education Crucial in Anti-Doping Efforts, Says NADA Chairman

Rediff.com6 hours ago

NADA Chairman Anant Kumar highlights the importance of education in combating doping, acknowledging the evolving nature of the threat and the need for constant upgrades in monitoring mechanisms.

NDA lacks numbers to get women's quota bill passed, unless...

NDA lacks numbers to get women's quota bill passed, unless...

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The ruling NDA coalition in India faces a significant challenge in passing the women's reservation bill in Parliament due to insufficient numbers. The bill requires a two-thirds majority in both houses, and the NDA needs to secure additional support or abstentions from other parties to achieve this.

Tragedy in Gumla: Two Teenagers Drown While Bathing

Tragedy in Gumla: Two Teenagers Drown While Bathing

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Two teenage girls drowned while bathing in a river in Jharkhand's Gumla district on Thursday, police said.

Tax Official Sentenced to Jail for Accepting Bribe to Process TDS Refund

Tax Official Sentenced to Jail for Accepting Bribe to Process TDS Refund

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A senior tax assistant in the Income Tax department was sentenced to six months in jail and fined Rs 4000 in a bribery case by a special CBI court in Thane.

LIC unveils MyLIC and Super Sales Saathi apps for digital transformation

LIC unveils MyLIC and Super Sales Saathi apps for digital transformation

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) has launched two new mobile applications, MyLIC for policyholders and Super Sales Saathi for its sales intermediaries, aiming to enhance digital agility and cater to the younger generation's needs. The apps, part of LIC's DIVE digital transformation platform, offer features like policy management, premium payments, and personalised recommendations.

WADA Targets Criminal Kingpins in Anti-Doping Strategy

WADA Targets Criminal Kingpins in Anti-Doping Strategy

Rediff.com7 hours ago

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is shifting its focus from individual athletes to the criminal networks that supply performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), recognising that athletes are often victims of sophisticated doping operations.

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi reveals how he mastered the dipping slower ball

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi reveals how he mastered the dipping slower ball

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Lungi Ngidi discusses the development and effectiveness of his dipping slower ball in the IPL, highlighting its importance in T20 cricket and the mental fortitude required to execute it under pressure.

Adityanath Slams TMC, Alleges West Bengal Faces 'Identity Crisis' Under Their Rule

Adityanath Slams TMC, Alleges West Bengal Faces 'Identity Crisis' Under Their Rule

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticised the ruling TMC in West Bengal, alleging corruption, extortion, and the rise of 'mafia rule' have led to an 'identity crisis' in the state.

Banerjee Accuses BJP of Religious Division and Unfulfilled Promises

Banerjee Accuses BJP of Religious Division and Unfulfilled Promises

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee criticised the BJP over the proposed Uniform Civil Code and the delay in recognising the Kurmali language, accusing the party of dividing people and making false promises.

Rousey hails Carano bout as 'biggest fight in MMA history'

Rousey hails Carano bout as 'biggest fight in MMA history'

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Ronda Rousey calls her comeback fight against Gina Carano the biggest in MMA history, dismissing critics and promising a landmark moment for the sport.

Indore Man Found Dead in Home; Rat Bites Suspected

Indore Man Found Dead in Home; Rat Bites Suspected

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A 65-year-old man was discovered dead in his Indore home, with rat bite marks on his body. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, including examining CCTV footage and interviewing family and neighbours.

Lashkar co-founder Amir Hamza wounded in Lahore gun attack

Lashkar co-founder Amir Hamza wounded in Lahore gun attack

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Lashkar-e-Taiba co-founder Amir Hamza was injured in a gun attack in Lahore. Unidentified gunmen targeted his vehicle, raising concerns about security and potential implications for the region.

Liverpool University and IISc Partner to Boost Research and Innovation

Liverpool University and IISc Partner to Boost Research and Innovation

Rediff.com7 hours ago

The University of Liverpool and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have established a joint seed fund to promote research and innovation collaborations in areas such as AI, biomedicine, quantum technology, and space.

EPL Preview: Title race on edge as Arsenal face must-win test at Man City

EPL Preview: Title race on edge as Arsenal face must-win test at Man City

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Manchester City and Arsenal face off in a crucial Premier League clash, with the title race hanging in the balance as City look to seize momentum.

Shubhankar Sharma Leads Boulders Classic by Seven Shots After Exceptional Round

Shubhankar Sharma Leads Boulders Classic by Seven Shots After Exceptional Round

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Shubhankar Sharma fired an eight-under 64 to take a commanding lead at the Boulders Classic golf tournament in Hyderabad.

WADA To Evaluate India's Dope Testing Lab

WADA To Evaluate India's Dope Testing Lab

Rediff.com7 hours ago

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will assess the performance of India's National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) in the coming months, a process described as routine by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA). WADA President Witold Banka expressed satisfaction with the facility after a recent visit, while India is also in the running to host the next WADA Global Education Conference.

MP Police Probe Marriage of Woman Who Met Muslim Man at Kumbh Mela

MP Police Probe Marriage of Woman Who Met Muslim Man at Kumbh Mela

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Madhya Pradesh Police are in Kochi investigating the marriage of a young woman and a Muslim man, amid claims she is underage and seeking police protection.

Civilians Killed in Cross-Border Attack by Afghan Taliban

Civilians Killed in Cross-Border Attack by Afghan Taliban

Rediff.com7 hours ago

At least three civilians, including two children, were killed in an attack by the Afghan Taliban in northwest Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

Virat Kohli Smashes His Way To IPL Sixes Record

Virat Kohli Smashes His Way To IPL Sixes Record

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Virat Kohli surpassed K L Rahul to become the Indian opener with the most sixes in IPL history.