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Hathras stampede: Hunt on for preacher Bhole Baba

Hathras stampede: Hunt on for preacher Bhole Baba

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

'No one has been given a clean chit. The investigation is on and government agencies are searching for the main accused who is absconding'

7 killed in wall collapse in Delhi amid heavy rains

7 killed in wall collapse in Delhi amid heavy rains

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Seven people died after a wall collapsed near Mohan Baba Mandir in Jaitpur, Delhi, following heavy rainfall. Rescue operations were conducted by police, fire services, and NDRF teams. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the collapse.

How to Choose Right Home Insurance

How to Choose Right Home Insurance

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Understand policy inclusions and exclusions to avoid surprises during claims.

3rd accused in Baba Siddique murder case sent to police custody

3rd accused in Baba Siddique murder case sent to police custody

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

A Mumbai court on Monday remanded the third person arrested for the killing of Nationalist Congress Party leader and former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique to police custody till October 21.

Robots Kick Off!

Robots Kick Off!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Glimpses from India and around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Succession Vacuum Fuels Family Feuds In India Inc

Succession Vacuum Fuels Family Feuds In India Inc

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Unresolved succession plans and informal ownership structures are fuelling bitter family fights across India's corporate boardrooms.

Hathras satsang stampede: Police suspect 'political link' to Bhole Baba

Hathras satsang stampede: Police suspect 'political link' to Bhole Baba

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

The Hathras SP said the investigation also revealed that some political parties had contacted him some time back.

Baba Siddique killing: Cops hunt for 3rd shooter in MP

Baba Siddique killing: Cops hunt for 3rd shooter in MP

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Police scoured places of worship in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain and Khandwa in their hunt for the third shooter wanted for Nationalist Congress Party leader Baba Siddique's killing.

UP conversion racket: 'Kashmiri girls brainwashed my daughters'

UP conversion racket: 'Kashmiri girls brainwashed my daughters'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

The father of two sisters in Agra, whose missing persons complaint exposed an illegal religious conversion racket, claims his daughters were 'brainwashed' by some Kashmiri girls. Ten people have been arrested from six states in connection with the case.

When A Plane Crashes Into A School...

When A Plane Crashes Into A School...

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

32 Delhi schools receive hoax bomb threats; police assure serious probe

32 Delhi schools receive hoax bomb threats; police assure serious probe

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The schools included Delhi Public School, Modern Convent School, and Shree Ram World School, a senior police officer said, adding that the threats were received via e-mail.

Have You Seen These Cool Work Desks?

Have You Seen These Cool Work Desks?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Check out these cute and quirky work desk photographs!

'The Only Writer In India All Fascist Governments Listen To'

'The Only Writer In India All Fascist Governments Listen To'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

This was a soaring evening that sent hearts aflutter and for a few brief moments we tasted the breath of pure freedom that has been missing in this country for the past several years.

'I was scared to death for Baba's life'

'I was scared to death for Baba's life'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

'I don't know if he put up a front but he never let me feel his morale was down. He told me how he was tackling the problems he was facing, or if there was some way the lawyers could help, but he would always tell me not to worry with a big broad smile.'

Owners face ruin after kanwariyas vandalise UP dhaba

Owners face ruin after kanwariyas vandalise UP dhaba

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

A roadside eatery in Muzaffarnagar, India, was vandalized by a group of Kanwariyas after they allegedly found onions in their food. The owners are now facing financial ruin.

Shah Rukh, Suhana Pray At Sai Baba Temple

Shah Rukh, Suhana Pray At Sai Baba Temple

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

Shah Rukh Khan and daughter Suhana visited the Sai Baba temple in Shirdi on Thursday, December 14.

Tabu Bonds With Rekha At Umrao Jaan Screening

Tabu Bonds With Rekha At Umrao Jaan Screening

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Twenty four years after it first released in 1981, Rekha's Umrao Jaan re-releases in theatres on June 27.

Hathras stampede: 'Bhole Baba' not named in FIR; death toll rises to 121

Hathras stampede: 'Bhole Baba' not named in FIR; death toll rises to 121

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

The victims were part of the crowd of thousands that had gathered near Phulrai village in the Sikandrarau area for the 'satsang' by religious preacher Bhole Baba.

Non-locals will not be allowed to settle in J-K, says TRF

Non-locals will not be allowed to settle in J-K, says TRF

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

"More than 85,000 domiciles have been issued to non-locals, creating a pathway for demographic change in Jammu & Kashmir. These non-locals arrive posing as tourists, obtain domiciles, and then begin to act as if they own the land. Consequently, violence will be directed toward those attempting to settle illegally," TRF said in a statement which could not be independently verified by Rediff.

'Throughout The Day, There's Music Playing In My Head'

'Throughout The Day, There's Music Playing In My Head'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'I played five different versions of Woh Subah Kabhie Toh Aayegi for Raj Kapoor, only to be greeted with a totally blank reaction.' 'Thereafter, for 40 minutes, he disappeared, leaving us baffled.' 'But when he emerged, he couldn't stop appreciating our efforts!' 'He said Sahir Ludhianvi's writing was sheer poetry and since all my five tunes were equally wonderful, he would leave it to my discretion to chose the final tune.' 'What could be greater appreciation for an artiste?'

'These Are Not 'Strays' But Community Dogs'

'These Are Not 'Strays' But Community Dogs'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'Day by day we expose how soulless we have become as a society. Every day is a disappointment.'

Major stampede at religious events, other gatherings in India

Major stampede at religious events, other gatherings in India

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

This is not the first time that a large number of people have died in stampedes at temples and other religious gatherings over the years in India.

'People Think A Famous Mom Is A Gold Card'

'People Think A Famous Mom Is A Gold Card'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'When you are someone's kid, you get easier access to the industry.' 'People will meet you, maybe even give you a first opportunity out of goodwill.' 'But at the end of the day, it's business.'

Israel, Syria agree to US-brokered ceasefire amid Suwayda turmoil

Israel, Syria agree to US-brokered ceasefire amid Suwayda turmoil

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

The ceasefire follows Israeli airstrikes on Syria on Wednesday, which Israel said were carried out to protect the Druze, a minority Arab religious group.

Lawrence Bishnoi gang's sharpshooter killed in police encounter

Lawrence Bishnoi gang's sharpshooter killed in police encounter

Rediff.com29 May 2025

The deceased has been identified as Naveen Kumar, who was wanted in multiple cases, including for murder and under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), a senior police officer said.

The Bhootnii Review: Senseless!

The Bhootnii Review: Senseless!

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The Bhootnii is just never thrilling, frightening or funny enough to pass itself off as a horror comedy, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Time to reconsider 'socialist', 'secular' tags in Preamble: RSS

Time to reconsider 'socialist', 'secular' tags in Preamble: RSS

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

He said discussions were held on this issue later but no effort was made to remove them from the preamble.

Amid hunt for him, Bhole Baba says those behind Hathras chaos won't be spared

Amid hunt for him, Bhole Baba says those behind Hathras chaos won't be spared

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

In a video statement, Suraj Pal who also goes by the name of Narayan Sakar Hari expressed his grief and condoled the deaths at the tragedy that took place earlier this week during a 'Satsang' in Fulari village in Hathras district.

Ma Vaishno Devi: The Power Of The Goddess

Ma Vaishno Devi: The Power Of The Goddess

Rediff.com30 May 2025

As we continue our climb, I meet 59-year-old Pushpa Devi from Banaras. I stare at her in wonderment when she tells me this is her 45th visit to the temple. She is equally bewildered to hear this is my first visit!What is it that draws her here each year? 'Bas ek shabd hai. Shraddha. (There is just one word. Faith.)'

SEE: 'Are you happy?': Kohli breaks silence after Test exit

SEE: 'Are you happy?': Kohli breaks silence after Test exit

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Virat Kohli visited Vrindavan on Tuesday with his wife, Anushka Sharma, to seek blessings from spiritual leader Shri Premanand Govind Sharan Ji Maharaj.

Why Home Insurance Is A Must

Why Home Insurance Is A Must

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

A home insurance policy covers damage from earthquakes, fires, explosions, floods, landslides, cyclones, storms, aircraft damage, and acts of terrorism.

Aditi-Siddharth's Glamorous Outing

Aditi-Siddharth's Glamorous Outing

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Bollywood stars added glamour to the second edition of MAMI Select, held in Mumbai on April 15.

'It Was A Trial By Bajrang Dal Workers'

'It Was A Trial By Bajrang Dal Workers'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

'The nuns were subjected to abusive language and all types of mental torture.'

Ground Zero Review: Doesn't Break Any New Ground

Ground Zero Review: Doesn't Break Any New Ground

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Ground Zero is a respectful biopic but a story like this needed more heart to make an actual impact, feels Mayur Sanap.

No need for socialism, secularism in India: Shivraj

No need for socialism, secularism in India: Shivraj

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday said 'there is no need for socialism in India', adding 'secularism is not the core of our culture'.

He Carried Me With a Broken Arm: Sara's Post Melts Hearts

He Carried Me With a Broken Arm: Sara's Post Melts Hearts

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Sachin Tendulkar turned 52, and marking the special day, his daughter Sara Tendulkar shared a deeply personal and heartwarming message on social media

Ramdev pledges no more Rooh Afza remarks, HC closes case

Ramdev pledges no more Rooh Afza remarks, HC closes case

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Yoga guru Ramdev has pledged not to pass any further disparaging remarks against Hamdard's Rooh Afza, leading the Delhi High Court to close a case filed by Hamdard National Foundation India against Ramdev and his Patanjali Foods Ltd. The court ordered the removal of controversial online content and accepted Ramdev's assurance to not make any further disparaging statements. Ramdev had previously made controversial remarks about Rooh Afza, claiming that the money earned from its sales was used to build madrasas and mosques. The court deemed his statements as 'indefensible' and 'shook its conscience'.

Maharashtra ex-minister Baba Siddique quits Congress, to join Ajit Pawar's NCP

Maharashtra ex-minister Baba Siddique quits Congress, to join Ajit Pawar's NCP

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Congress leader and former Maharashtra minister Baba Ziauddin Siddique, popularly known as Baba Siddique, on Thursday said he had resigned from the party and will be joining the Ajit Pawar led-Nationalist Congress Party.

Janhvi-Khushi Get Emotional At Grandmother's Funeral

Janhvi-Khushi Get Emotional At Grandmother's Funeral

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Boney Kapoor, Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Kapoor's mother Nirmal Kapoor passed away aged 90 on Friday, May 2.

At Jeh Baba's Grand Birthday Party

At Jeh Baba's Grand Birthday Party

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan hosted a birthday bash for their little munchkin Jeh Baba as he turned two on February 21.