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Pak man with Iran ties convicted for plotting to kill Trump

Pak man with Iran ties convicted for plotting to kill Trump

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A Pakistani man with ties to Iran has been convicted in a US court for plotting to assassinate former US President Donald Trump and other American politicians.

Oscars 2026: The Most Interesting Bits

Oscars 2026: The Most Interesting Bits

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The 98th Academy Awards was a mix of high fashion, subdued politics, flashes of humour and emotions running high.

Congress Calls for End to Violence Over Kerala Minister's Injury

Congress Calls for End to Violence Over Kerala Minister's Injury

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Senior Congress leaders V D Satheesan and Ramesh Chennithala criticize the CPI(M) and Health Minister Veena George over alleged violence and a 'shameless drama' surrounding the minister's reported injury during a KSU protest. They demand an end to the violence and withdrawal of charges against KSU activists.

10 Hard Hitting Movies On Rape

10 Hard Hitting Movies On Rape

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

As Assi gets ready for release this week, Deepa Gahlot lists 10 films that deal with rape in different ways.

The Day Indrani Mukerjea Was Missed

The Day Indrani Mukerjea Was Missed

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

'On August 22, 2015, Shyamvar Rai disclosed to you that he had committed the murder of Sheena Bora along with Rahul Mukerjea.' How would Indrani have reacted to this?

Chouhan Accuses Bengal Government of Sheltering Infiltrators

Chouhan Accuses Bengal Government of Sheltering Infiltrators

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticised the West Bengal government over law and order and accused the TMC of sheltering infiltrators and manipulating demographics.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei killed in US-Israel strikes

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei killed in US-Israel strikes

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in a US-Israeli attack, sparking celebrations in Iran and raising questions about the future of the regime.

Israel has near-total control of Tehran skies: Netanyahu

Israel has near-total control of Tehran skies: Netanyahu

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has affirmed that the United States and his administration have achieved nearly total dominance over Iranian airspace following a series of coordinated military strikes.

Shirtless protest at AI meet: Youth Cong chief held, rioting charges invoked

Shirtless protest at AI meet: Youth Cong chief held, rioting charges invoked

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Indian Youth Congress President Uday Bhanu Chib was arrested after a disruptive shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit in Delhi, leading to further investigation into potential conspiracy and funding.

Firing at Rohit Shetty's home: 4 held in Pune; Bishnoi gang link probed

Firing at Rohit Shetty's home: 4 held in Pune; Bishnoi gang link probed

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Heavy security was deployed outside the building and the forensic science team also reached the spot to collect evidence, the official said.

Vadh 2 Review: Sanjay Mishra-Neena Gupta Lead Gripping Crime Tale

Vadh 2 Review: Sanjay Mishra-Neena Gupta Lead Gripping Crime Tale

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta bring their A-game to roles that naturally suit their age, and this lived-in quality makes Vadh 2 even more convincing, notes Mayur Sanap.

Delhi police invoke new law to try absconding murder accused

Delhi police invoke new law to try absconding murder accused

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Delhi Police have invoked Section 356 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita for the first time, allowing the trial of an absconding accused in a murder case to proceed.

How Many Candidates In Bihar Have Criminal Records?

How Many Candidates In Bihar Have Criminal Records?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

33 candidates face cases of murder, 86 candidates face cases related to attempted murder, 42 candidates have cases related to crimes against women with two of them facing rape cases.

Maha court acquits wife, lover of man's murder for want of proof

Maha court acquits wife, lover of man's murder for want of proof

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

A Thane court acquitted a woman and her paramour accused of murdering her husband in 2018, citing insufficient evidence and failure by the prosecution to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt.

'Killed him over personal grudge': Delhi cafe shooter in video confession

'Killed him over personal grudge': Delhi cafe shooter in video confession

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

A man accused of fatally shooting a 24-year-old at a cafe in northeast Delhi confessed to the crime in a social media video, citing a grudge over a past altercation. Police are investigating the incident and the claims made in the video.

'Record the phone call, I am killing your sister': Husband to Delhi commando's brother

'Record the phone call, I am killing your sister': Husband to Delhi commando's brother

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

A Delhi Police SWAT commando died after allegedly being brutally assaulted by her husband, who reportedly announced the killing during a phone call with the victim's brother. The family alleges prolonged torture and dowry harassment.

Australian charged with attempted murder of Indian man

Australian charged with attempted murder of Indian man

Rediff.com23 May 2013

A 21-year-old Australian has been charged with the attempted murder of an Indian-origin man after he allegedly hit the victim thrice while driving a car, dragging him up to 50 metres.

'Drishyam model' murder in Kerala: Bengal man held for killing wife

'Drishyam model' murder in Kerala: Bengal man held for killing wife

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

A West Bengal native was arrested in Kottayam, Kerala for allegedly murdering his wife and burying her body near an under-construction house. The accused, Soni SK, confessed to the crime, citing suspicion of an extramarital affair.

London police treating Brar attack as attempted murder

London police treating Brar attack as attempted murder

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

The British police on Wednesday confirmed that they are treating the attack on Lt Gen (retd) K S Brar as an attempted murder and described the four attackers as of Asian appearance.

Juvenile found guilty of rape, murder of 60-year-old using iron rod

Juvenile found guilty of rape, murder of 60-year-old using iron rod

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The court said that the accused "inserted this metallic rod inside the private parts of the deceased so mercilessly that even the flesh/ body part separating vagina and anus also got torn." Further, the doctor had also opined that the injuries were sufficient to cause death, the court said.

Treat singers promoting gang culture as criminals: Haryana DGP

Treat singers promoting gang culture as criminals: Haryana DGP

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Haryana DGP O P Singh has directed police officers to treat singers who promote gang lifestyles through music and videos as criminals and take strict legal action against them. This directive comes as part of an ongoing effort to curb the promotion of gun culture and violence in the state.

'We Can't Trust The Manipur Government'

'We Can't Trust The Manipur Government'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

'Whether we like it or not, we have been separated by the Meiteis and therefore we have put up our demand for a separate administration in the form of a Union territory with legislature.' 'For us lasting peace is the achievement of our demand.'

Noida techie death: Car pulled out of pit after 3 days

Noida techie death: Car pulled out of pit after 3 days

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The car of a 27-year-old software engineer who died after his vehicle plunged into a water-filled pit in Noida has been recovered after a three-day operation.

Another Hindu man crushed to death in Bangladesh

Another Hindu man crushed to death in Bangladesh

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

The UK government has condemned violence in Bangladesh and called for peaceful elections after reports of killings of Hindus and other religious minorities. Concerns were raised in the House of Commons, with calls for UK intervention to protect minorities.

Noida techie death: Real estate firm director arrested

Noida techie death: Real estate firm director arrested

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Police on Tuesday arrested the director of a real estate group in connection with the death of a 27-year-old software engineer, whose car had plunged into a water-filled pit at a construction site in Noida's Sector 150, officials said.

Iran moves UNSC after Trump's appeal to protesters

Iran moves UNSC after Trump's appeal to protesters

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Iran has formally appealed to the United Nations Security Council and the UN Secretary-General, accusing the United States of inciting violence, interfering in Iran's internal affairs, and threatening military action, according to an official letter circulated by Iran's Permanent Mission to the UN.

Best Bollywood Movies 2026: Releases And Complete Movies List

Best Bollywood Movies 2026: Releases And Complete Movies List

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Here's a quick look at the Bollywood movies list of 2026. Lots of interesting titles and genres coming right up!

Borussia Dortmund bomb suspect charged with attempted murder

Borussia Dortmund bomb suspect charged with attempted murder

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

The 28-year old suspect, a dual German and Russian national identified as Sergei V., had bought options on the day of the attack entitling him to sell shares in Borussia Dortmund at a pre-determined price.

25-year-old Hindu youth burnt to death in Bangladesh

25-year-old Hindu youth burnt to death in Bangladesh

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

He was sleeping in a garage when the fire broke out, and CCTV footage suggests foul play.

US rights body urges Sri Lanka to prosecute war crime perpetrators

US rights body urges Sri Lanka to prosecute war crime perpetrators

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Human Rights Watch urges Sri Lanka to prosecute perpetrators of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the civil war, citing a UN report on sexual violence against Tamil civilians.

Smitten man has woman knocked down, poses as saviour

Smitten man has woman knocked down, poses as saviour

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

A man in Kerala, India, was arrested after staging a scooter accident to injure his ex-girlfriend and then pose as her savior in an attempt to win her back.

Out on bail, molestation accused sets victim's husband ablaze

Out on bail, molestation accused sets victim's husband ablaze

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

A man in Maharashtra's Nanded district is fighting for his life after allegedly being set on fire by a molestation accused and his family members, following the accused's release on bail.

Chhattisgarh woman cop's clothes torn, 2 protesters held

Chhattisgarh woman cop's clothes torn, 2 protesters held

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

A woman constable was assaulted and had her clothes torn during an anti-mining protest in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district. Two men have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Ready For Shah Rukh's King?

Ready For Shah Rukh's King?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Coming up: The Ramayana, the Saiyara stars...

Charlie Kirk Murder: Jimmy Kimmel Show Off Air 'Indefinitely'

Charlie Kirk Murder: Jimmy Kimmel Show Off Air 'Indefinitely'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Disney's ABC has taken Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show off air 'indefinitely' following backlash over the host's comments about the motives behind conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's killing.

Sporadic violence in Bangladesh ahead of Hasina verdict

Sporadic violence in Bangladesh ahead of Hasina verdict

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Sporadic violence erupts across Bangladesh as the nation awaits a special tribunal verdict against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in a case of alleged crimes against humanity. Security is heightened, and authorities are on high alert.

Mandala Murders Review: BALONEY!

Mandala Murders Review: BALONEY!

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

There's an obvious attempt to startle with its gruesome imagery of severed heads skewered on chopped limbs and peeled-off faces but it's too tacky to elicit any real dread, observes Sukanya Verma.

Pak woman held for attempted murder of US soldiers

Pak woman held for attempted murder of US soldiers

Rediff.com5 Aug 2008

Thirty-six year old Aafia Saddiqui, a neuroscientist trained in US, who was arrested in New York after being brought from Afghanistan on Monday evening, will be produced before a court on Wednesday, South District of New York Attorney Michael J Garcia said.

The Man The LTTE Couldn't Kill

The Man The LTTE Couldn't Kill

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The Tigers refused to forgive Douglas Devananda and tried to assassinate him repeatedly. He later said: "(LTTE chief Velupillai) Prabhakaran cannot kill me." Destiny proved him right.

100 crore on this side won't watch silently if...., Suvendu warns B'desh

100 crore on this side won't watch silently if...., Suvendu warns B'desh

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Protests continue in Kolkata against attacks on minority Hindus in Bangladesh. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari threatens a large-scale protest if the attacks are not stopped.