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Bologna Stun Roma In Europa League Thriller; Aston Villa, FC Porto Enter Quarters

Bologna Stun Roma In Europa League Thriller; Aston Villa, FC Porto Enter Quarters

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Bologna advanced to the Europa League quarter-finals after a thrilling 4-3 win against AS Roma.

IPL 2026: Rs 13 Crore for Livingstone: Price too high?

IPL 2026: Rs 13 Crore for Livingstone: Price too high?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has questioned the high price tag of English all-rounder Liam Livingstone in the Indian Premier League (IPL), citing his inconsistent performance over the past few years. Chopra also highlighted the opportunities for Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan to shine in the upcoming IPL season.

13 Must-Visit Indian Literary Festivals

13 Must-Visit Indian Literary Festivals

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Lit fests in India have become vibrant cultural celebrations across India, bringing together celebrated authors, emerging voices, poets, thinkers and passionate readers, many of them very young, under one lively roof.

Pakistan Hires Colin Batch as Hockey Head Coach Ahead of World Cup

Pakistan Hires Colin Batch as Hockey Head Coach Ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Pakistan Hockey Federation has appointed Australian Colin Batch as the new head coach of the national side ahead of this year's FIH men's World Cup.

Bharat Taxi Surpasses 2 Million Users, Focuses on Driver Welfare

Bharat Taxi Surpasses 2 Million Users, Focuses on Driver Welfare

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Cooperation Minister Amit Shah announces Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, has reached 2.13 million users and 231,000 drivers. The platform operates on a zero-commission model, prioritising driver welfare and expansion into Tier 2 and 3 cities.

Elderly man attacks estranged wife with acid in court, attempts suicide

Elderly man attacks estranged wife with acid in court, attempts suicide

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A 75-year-old man allegedly attacked his estranged wife with an acid-like liquid at a family court in Surat, India, before attempting to take his own life by swallowing poison. The incident occurred during a court appearance related to a maintenance case.

Navi Mumbai Police Uncover Mephedrone Operation Disguised as Goat Farm

Navi Mumbai Police Uncover Mephedrone Operation Disguised as Goat Farm

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Navi Mumbai Police arrested a wanted criminal and his accomplice for allegedly selling narcotics under the guise of running a goat farm, seizing mephedrone valued at Rs 5.39 lakh.

Argument in Delhi's Wazirpur leads to fatal assault

Argument in Delhi's Wazirpur leads to fatal assault

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A man was killed and another seriously injured in Wazirpur, Delhi, following an argument that escalated into an assault. Police have arrested four individuals in connection with the incident.

RBI takes measured steps on liquidity amid tax outflows

RBI takes measured steps on liquidity amid tax outflows

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

To meet liquidity pressure because of advance tax outflows this month, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has adopted a measured approach with its latest announcement of open-market operations (OMOs), worth Rs 1 trillion.

Exclusive! She Helped Aishwarya, Sushmita, Priyanka Win

Exclusive! She Helped Aishwarya, Sushmita, Priyanka Win

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Sathya Saran, the woman behind many of India's international pageant wins, reveal why India is no longer bringing the crown home.

Opposition Calls for CBI Investigation into Punjab Officer's Death

Opposition Calls for CBI Investigation into Punjab Officer's Death

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Political leaders in Haryana and Punjab are demanding a CBI investigation into the suicide of a Punjab government officer, who allegedly accused a minister of harassment. The minister has resigned, but opposition parties are calling for his arrest and a thorough investigation.

Former Punjab Minister Bhullar Arrested in Suicide Case

Former Punjab Minister Bhullar Arrested in Suicide Case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Former Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested in connection with the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official who accused the AAP MLA of harassment. The arrest follows demands for a CBI probe and political uproar.

'No Fuel Shortage, Only Panic'

'No Fuel Shortage, Only Panic'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

'There is no shortage of fuel whatsoever.' 'India is stock surplus as far as petrol and diesel are concerned.'

YouTuber Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Snake Venom Case Quashed

YouTuber Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Snake Venom Case Quashed

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

YouTuber Elvish Yadav expresses relief and questions accountability after the Supreme Court quashes the FIR against him in the snake venom case, highlighting the impact of media coverage and the harassment faced by his family.

Trio Held for Instigating Public Disturbance in Jammu

Trio Held for Instigating Public Disturbance in Jammu

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Police in Jammu detained three individuals for allegedly instigating others and causing public disturbance at a bus stand, booking them under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita.

Goa nightclub owners booked Thailand tickets as fire raged

Goa nightclub owners booked Thailand tickets as fire raged

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

The owners of a Goa nightclub where a fire killed 25 people booked tickets to Thailand within an hour of learning about the blaze.

Opposition Parties to Gherao Punjab CM's Residence Over Suicide Allegations

Opposition Parties to Gherao Punjab CM's Residence Over Suicide Allegations

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Opposition parties in Punjab have announced a joint protest at Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's residence, demanding the arrest of former minister Laljit Singh Bhullar following the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official. The move follows allegations of harassment and demands for a CBI investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.

Alia Bhatt, Yami Gautam, Preity Zinta To Star in OTT Films

Alia Bhatt, Yami Gautam, Preity Zinta To Star in OTT Films

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Amazon Prime Video has many interesting web series and original films on its 2026 slate. A look at the films coming up.

'May harm India-Israel ties': Oscar-nominated film delayed

'May harm India-Israel ties': Oscar-nominated film delayed

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The India release of the Oscar-nominated film 'The Voice of Hind Rajab', based on the story of a five-year-old Palestinian girl killed by Israeli forces, is facing delays as the distributor awaits a censor certificate.

Drug Addict Arrested for Vande Bharat Express Vandalism

Drug Addict Arrested for Vande Bharat Express Vandalism

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A 23-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly throwing a stone at the Mumbai-Sainagar Shirdi Vande Bharat Express, causing damage and chaos among passengers.

Delhi Drug Department Seizes Insulin Stocks Over Storage Violations

Delhi Drug Department Seizes Insulin Stocks Over Storage Violations

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Delhi Drugs Control Department seized insulin stocks worth over Rs 20 lakh from wholesale drug firms for allegedly violating storage and regulatory norms.

Drug bust in Arunachal Pradesh: Man held with heroin worth 1.37 lakh

Drug bust in Arunachal Pradesh: Man held with heroin worth 1.37 lakh

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A man has been arrested in Arunachal Pradesh's Namsai district after being found in possession of heroin worth 1.37 lakh.

Meghalaya Cop Faces Charges for Storing Ammunition at Mosque Compound

Meghalaya Cop Faces Charges for Storing Ammunition at Mosque Compound

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Meghalaya Police have registered a case against one of their officers for storing ammunition at his rented accommodation within a mosque compound in Williamnagar. The officer is accused of unauthorisedly keeping bullets at a private location instead of depositing them in the police armoury during his leave period.

Argument turns fatal: Man dies after Wazirpur assault

Argument turns fatal: Man dies after Wazirpur assault

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A man died and another was seriously injured after being assaulted in Delhi's Wazirpur area following an argument. Police have arrested four people in connection with the incident.

NIA arrests 6 Ukrainians, 1 American for aiding insurgency in India

NIA arrests 6 Ukrainians, 1 American for aiding insurgency in India

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The NIA alleged that the accused were in touch with ethnic armed groups in Myanmar and supported proscribed Indian insurgent outfits by supplying weapons, drones and providing training.

Stock Market Today Feb 26, 2026: Sensex, Nifty End Mixed In Volatile Trade

Stock Market Today Feb 26, 2026: Sensex, Nifty End Mixed In Volatile Trade

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Indian equity markets experienced a volatile trading day, with the Sensex and Nifty closing almost flat. Market sentiment was influenced by global cues, US-Iran talks, and profit-booking activities.

Accused Found Guilty in Kerala Doctor Murder Case; Sentencing on March 19

Accused Found Guilty in Kerala Doctor Murder Case; Sentencing on March 19

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A Kerala court has convicted a man for the murder of Dr. Vandana Das, who was killed in a taluk hospital in May 2023. The accused was found guilty of murder and other offences, with sentencing scheduled for March 19.

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

India's World Cup-winning captains Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, alongside International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah, walked out at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, with the T20 World Cup trophy on Sunday.

Swadeshi Jagran Manch Urges End to Moratorium on Digital Product Tariffs

Swadeshi Jagran Manch Urges End to Moratorium on Digital Product Tariffs

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) is advocating for the termination of the moratorium on customs duties for electronically transmitted digital products, arguing that it hinders self-reliance, causes revenue losses, and restricts India's ability to tax emerging technologies like AI.

Afghanistan-Sri Lanka white ball series in UAE postponed amid Middle East crisis

Afghanistan-Sri Lanka white ball series in UAE postponed amid Middle East crisis

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The limited-overs series between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka scheduled for March in the United Arab Emirates has been postponed due to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.

What's Inside The Rs 3 Crore Oscar Swag Bag?

What's Inside The Rs 3 Crore Oscar Swag Bag?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Awarded to select nominees and winners, the 2026 Everyone Wins Oscar swag bag includes luxury vacation stays in Ibiza and Lapland worth $65,000, a $25,000 facial plastic surgery voucher from a New York-based surgeon, and even a custom prenuptial agreement service, among several other high-end gifts.

T20 World Cup Final: Ahmedabad Turns Into A Pressure Cooker

T20 World Cup Final: Ahmedabad Turns Into A Pressure Cooker

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Superstition is likely to rule the day with many believing that a small movement could result in the fall of a wicket.

'Israeli Assassinations In Iran Will Continue'

'Israeli Assassinations In Iran Will Continue'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

'Much will depend on the position of the United States.' 'It will have to be seen to what extent the US will be more interested in achieving some form of a deal and to what extent Israel will be allowed to continue to carry out both airstrikes and the killing of Iranian officials.'

Pilibhit Tiger Reserve: Forest Officials Attacked, Timber Smuggling Suspected

Pilibhit Tiger Reserve: Forest Officials Attacked, Timber Smuggling Suspected

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A forest department patrol team in the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve was allegedly attacked by suspected timber smugglers and villagers, resulting in injuries to five forest officials. Villagers have accused the forest department team of assault.

Indian Wells: Jannik Sinner survives scare; Sabalenka too hot for Osaka

Indian Wells: Jannik Sinner survives scare; Sabalenka too hot for Osaka

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

World number two Jannik Sinner survived a stern test from Joao Fonseca on Tuesday to reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals.

Delhi Police Increase Security for Holi Festival

Delhi Police Increase Security for Holi Festival

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

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.

Jeweller Arrested in Rs 250 Crore IDFC Bank Fraud Case: What We Know

Jeweller Arrested in Rs 250 Crore IDFC Bank Fraud Case: What We Know

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A jeweller has been arrested in Haryana in connection with a Rs 590 crore fraud at IDFC First Bank. The investigation revealed that over Rs 250 crore was routed to the jeweller's firm from companies linked to the accused.

SC takes cognisance of NCERT class 8 chapter on corruption in judiciary

SC takes cognisance of NCERT class 8 chapter on corruption in judiciary

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has initiated suo motu action regarding an NCERT class 8 textbook that references corruption in the judiciary, raising concerns about potential defamation and the integrity of the judicial system.

How Jaipur Police Recovered and Returned Overpaid Taxi Fare to Tourist

How Jaipur Police Recovered and Returned Overpaid Taxi Fare to Tourist

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Jaipur police swiftly recovered and returned Rs 27,000 to a Slovakian tourist who mistakenly overpaid for a taxi ride. The tourist, who was visiting India for a conference, realised the error after checking her bank account and sought help from the local police.

Businessman Gets Bail in Son's Fatal Car Accident Case

Businessman Gets Bail in Son's Fatal Car Accident Case

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

A Mumbai court granted bail to a businessman whose minor son was involved in a fatal car accident. The court cited a lack of evidence suggesting the father knew his son had taken the car.