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Gangtok police deploys drones for traffic management

Gangtok police deploys drones for traffic management

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gangtok Traffic Police has introduced two high-tech drones to improve traffic management and public safety in the city. The drones will monitor traffic, identify bottlenecks, and assist in crowd management during public events.

15 Naxalites Surrender in Chhattisgarh, Crippling Maoist Operations

15 Naxalites Surrender in Chhattisgarh, Crippling Maoist Operations

Rediff.com2 days ago

Fifteen Naxalites, including a veteran ultra with a significant bounty, surrendered in Chhattisgarh, effectively dismantling the Maoist movement in the Raipur-Sambalpur region.

At Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda's Haldi Ceremony

At Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda's Haldi Ceremony

Rediff.com5 days ago

Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna shared glimpses of their pre-wedding celebrations ahead of their reported wedding in Udaipur on February 26.

Ex-Navy Officer Held with Ganja and Cannabis Plants in Kerala

Ex-Navy Officer Held with Ganja and Cannabis Plants in Kerala

Rediff.com9 minutes ago

A retired Navy officer has been arrested in Kerala after excise officials seized ganja and cannabis plants from his residence.

Two Arrested After Daylight Firing in Himachal's Solan

Two Arrested After Daylight Firing in Himachal's Solan

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two individuals have been arrested in connection with a daylight shooting in the Makhanumaajra area of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, where a local resident was injured.

Car Accident in Bhilwara Claims Two Lives

Car Accident in Bhilwara Claims Two Lives

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two people died and five were injured when a car lost control and fell off a bridge on National Highway-148 in Bhilwara district, Rajasthan.

Youth Held for Alleged Attempt to Run Over Kochi Police

Youth Held for Alleged Attempt to Run Over Kochi Police

Rediff.com5 days ago

Two youth were arrested in Kochi for allegedly attempting to run over police personnel with a car during a late-night vehicle inspection. An Assistant Sub-Inspector sustained serious injuries in the incident.

Woman, Sister-in-Law Found Hanged in Bikaner Nursery

Woman, Sister-in-Law Found Hanged in Bikaner Nursery

Rediff.com1 days ago

A woman and her sister-in-law were found hanging in a forest nursery in Bikaner, Rajasthan, with initial investigations suggesting a domestic dispute as the cause.

Accused Wife Killer Dies by Suicide in Raisen Hospital

Accused Wife Killer Dies by Suicide in Raisen Hospital

Rediff.com17 hours ago

A 60-year-old man, accused of murdering his wife, allegedly died by suicide in a hospital bathroom in Raisen, Madhya Pradesh. He was facing charges related to his wife's death and had a history of suicide attempts.

NTT DATA, Ericsson Join Forces on Private 5G

NTT DATA, Ericsson Join Forces on Private 5G

Rediff.com4 days ago

NTT DATA and Ericsson have announced a multi-year partnership to promote the adoption of private 5G networks and develop advanced edge AI applications for enterprises.

Court Official Assaulted During Foreclosure

Court Official Assaulted During Foreclosure

Rediff.com23 hours ago

A case has been registered against five people, including an 85-year-old man, for allegedly assaulting a woman court official during a flat foreclosure procedure in Thane, Maharashtra.

Delhi Police Increase Security for Holi Festival

Delhi Police Increase Security for Holi Festival

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Delhi Police have heightened security measures for Holi, deploying over 15,000 personnel to maintain law and order and curb traffic violations, including drunken driving.

Delhi Excise Constable, Driver Kidnapped and Assaulted

Delhi Excise Constable, Driver Kidnapped and Assaulted

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Delhi excise department constable and his driver were allegedly kidnapped, thrashed, and threatened at gunpoint by a group of unidentified men while investigating illegal liquor activities.

Man Shoots Sister's Lover in Mathura Over Relationship Disapproval

Man Shoots Sister's Lover in Mathura Over Relationship Disapproval

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A man in Mathura, India, allegedly shot and killed his sister's lover due to his disapproval of their relationship. The sister attempted suicide upon learning of her lover's death and is in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident as a possible honour killing.

Man Shoots Sister's Lover in Mathura Over Relationship Disapproval

Man Shoots Sister's Lover in Mathura Over Relationship Disapproval

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A man in Mathura, India, allegedly shot and killed his sister's lover due to his disapproval of their relationship. The sister attempted suicide upon learning of her lover's death and is in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident as a possible honour killing.

Over 4.4 Million Devotees Celebrate Holi in Braj Region

Over 4.4 Million Devotees Celebrate Holi in Braj Region

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Over 4.4 million devotees have visited Mathura, Vrindavan, and other sites in the Braj region to celebrate Holi, with more expected to arrive. Police have increased security and taken action against miscreants to ensure peaceful festivities.

Karnataka Govt Assures Safety of Kannadigas Amid Middle East Conflict

Karnataka Govt Assures Safety of Kannadigas Amid Middle East Conflict

Rediff.com3 days ago

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has assured the safety of Kannadigas residing in the Middle East amid escalating conflict, directing officials to take proactive measures and operationalize a dedicated helpline.

Father and Son Die in Car Fire After Crash in Chhindwara

Father and Son Die in Car Fire After Crash in Chhindwara

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 61-year-old man and his son died after their CNG-fitted car crashed into a garage and caught fire in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. Police suspect the driver fell asleep at the wheel.

YouTuber Murdered in Bhubaneswar; Three Arrested

YouTuber Murdered in Bhubaneswar; Three Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

A YouTuber was allegedly stabbed to death in Bhubaneswar, leading to the arrest of three suspects. Police are investigating the motive behind the murder.

Sreenidi Deccan FC Secures Narrow Victory Over Diamond Harbour

Sreenidi Deccan FC Secures Narrow Victory Over Diamond Harbour

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Diamond Harbour FC 1-0 in an Indian Football League match, with Fabrice Kah scoring the decisive goal and Aryan Niraj Lamba saving a penalty.

School Officials Arrested After Girl Dies in Bus Accident in Aligarh

School Officials Arrested After Girl Dies in Bus Accident in Aligarh

Rediff.com1 days ago

The manager and driver of a private school in Aligarh were arrested after a seven-year-old girl died falling through a hole in the school bus floor. The family had previously complained about the dangerous condition of the bus.

Delhi on alert over LeT terror plot to 'avenge' Pak mosque blast

Delhi on alert over LeT terror plot to 'avenge' Pak mosque blast

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

The alert comes in the backdrop of the deadly car explosion near the historic Red Fort on November 10, 2025, which killed at least 13 people.

PV Sindhu Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

PV Sindhu Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu recounts a tense experience at Dubai Airport following an explosion, as she and her coach were stranded due to airspace closures.

Two Minors Found Dead in Etawah Field

Two Minors Found Dead in Etawah Field

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two minors, a boy and a girl, were found hanging from a tree in a field in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh. Police suspect a relationship and potential social pressures led to the tragic event, pending post-mortem results.

Watch: Step Inside Sonakshi-Zaheer's Home

Watch: Step Inside Sonakshi-Zaheer's Home

Rediff.com49 minutes ago

In yet another beautiful episode of Asian Paints' Where the Heart Is Season 9, we get to step inside yet another gorgeous celebrity home. And this time, It's Sonakshi Sinha's spacious, sea-facing Mumbai penthouse, which she shares with husband Zaheer Iqbal.

Hashish oil worth Rs 225 cr seized in Odisha's Koraput

Hashish oil worth Rs 225 cr seized in Odisha's Koraput

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police in Odisha's Koraput district seized hashish oil worth approximately 225 crore from a forest manufacturing unit. Over 1,800 litres of hashish oil were recovered, and equipment was confiscated. In a separate operation, 1,143 kg of ganja worth 5 crore was seized, leading to four arrests.

Teen Dies by Suicide in Thane Over Fear of Parents' Scolding

Teen Dies by Suicide in Thane Over Fear of Parents' Scolding

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 13-year-old boy in Thane, Maharashtra, allegedly died by suicide due to fear of being scolded by his parents for his behavior at school.

Odisha Court Searched After Bomb Threat Email

Odisha Court Searched After Bomb Threat Email

Rediff.com1 days ago

Odisha Police searched the Sambalpur district court building after receiving an email threatening a bomb blast. This is the third such threat in two months.

Pakistan violates ceasefire in Kupwara, no casualties

Pakistan violates ceasefire in Kupwara, no casualties

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Pakistani forces allegedly violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Nowgam sector of Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Friday, according to officials.

Boy Dies After Villagers Accuse Him of Goat Theft in Odisha

Boy Dies After Villagers Accuse Him of Goat Theft in Odisha

Rediff.com17 hours ago

A 14-year-old boy died and another was injured after being thrashed by villagers in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district on suspicion of goat theft. Police have arrested 12 people in connection with the incident.

Man Allegedly Stabs Sister-in-Law, Commits Suicide

Man Allegedly Stabs Sister-in-Law, Commits Suicide

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly stabbed his sister-in-law before taking his own life, according to police reports.

Five Kittens Die in Thane, Poisoning Suspected

Five Kittens Die in Thane, Poisoning Suspected

Rediff.com3 days ago

Five kittens died at a housing complex in Thane, India, allegedly due to poisoned food. Police have registered a case under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and are investigating.

Several US jets crash, fire at embassy compound: Kuwait

Several US jets crash, fire at embassy compound: Kuwait

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Kuwaiti Defence Ministry said all crew members of the crashed aircraft ejected safely and were taken to a hospital for medical check-ups.

Four Get Life for Burning Three Alive in SUV Over Love Affair

Four Get Life for Burning Three Alive in SUV Over Love Affair

Rediff.com12 hours ago

A court in Seoni, Madhya Pradesh, sentenced four men to life imprisonment for the murder of three people who were burned alive in a sports utility vehicle (SUV) in 2015. The crime was motivated by a love affair and family rivalry.

Punjab Couple Nabbed in Vrindavan for 'Kabootarbaazi' Fraud

Punjab Couple Nabbed in Vrindavan for 'Kabootarbaazi' Fraud

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A couple from Punjab has been arrested in Vrindavan for allegedly running a 'kabootarbaazi' racket, defrauding people with promises of foreign travel using forged documents.

Fake GST Registration Racket Busted in Gurugram

Fake GST Registration Racket Busted in Gurugram

Rediff.com14 hours ago

CGST Gurugram busts a large-scale fake GST registration racket operating in North Delhi, involving fraudulent invoices and ITC availment.

Gunmen Open Fire at House in Delhi's Farsh Bazar

Gunmen Open Fire at House in Delhi's Farsh Bazar

Rediff.com5 days ago

Unidentified motorcycle-borne men allegedly opened fire at a house in east Delhi's Farsh Bazar area. Police are investigating the incident, exploring motives such as old enmity, ransom, and possible threats.

Cloth Shop Owner Arrested in Jalna, Swords Seized

Cloth Shop Owner Arrested in Jalna, Swords Seized

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Jalna, Maharashtra, seized 21 swords from a cloth shop and arrested the owner, Manish Nilhani, for possessing the weapons. An investigation is underway to determine the source and intended use of the swords.

Biotechnology Facility Foundation Laid in Thiruvananthapuram

Biotechnology Facility Foundation Laid in Thiruvananthapuram

Rediff.com3 days ago

Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated a new biotechnology facility and dedicated a national facility for recombinant cells and sensors at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology in Thiruvananthapuram, highlighting India's focus on biotechnology and its potential for economic growth.

Roof Collapse at Rajasthan School; Students Escape Injury

Roof Collapse at Rajasthan School; Students Escape Injury

Rediff.com2 days ago

A classroom roof collapsed at a government school in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, but no one was injured as the teacher evacuated the students in time after hearing cracking sounds from the ceiling.