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Dowry Dispute Turns Wedding Into Tragedy, Bride's Father Dies

Dowry Dispute Turns Wedding Into Tragedy, Bride's Father Dies

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A wedding ceremony in Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar, turned tragic when a dispute over dowry and the 'mehr' amount led to the bride's father suffering a fatal heart attack. Following his death, angry relatives and locals held the groom's party hostage and assaulted them, prompting police intervention to control the situation. An investigation is currently underway.

Want To Be A Mounjaro Bride: Is It Worth It?

Want To Be A Mounjaro Bride: Is It Worth It?

Rediff.com26 May 2026

'Don't chase unrealistic expectations or compare yourself to social media transformations.' 'Focus on your health first, not just the number on the scale before the wedding.'

Bride Rejects Groom At Wedding After Online Mix-Up

Bride Rejects Groom At Wedding After Online Mix-Up

Rediff.com14 May 2026

A wedding in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, turned violent after the bride refused to recognise the groom, claiming he was not the man she had been speaking to online.

Watch: Aamir Khan Kisses Bride Gauri Spratt

Watch: Aamir Khan Kisses Bride Gauri Spratt

Rediff.com4 days ago

Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt tied the knot in a registered marriage ceremony in Mumbai.

Bridesmaids Janhvi-Khushi Flank Pretty Bride Anshula Kapoor

Bridesmaids Janhvi-Khushi Flank Pretty Bride Anshula Kapoor

Rediff.com3 days ago

Producer Boney Kapoor's daughter Anshula Kapoor has tied the knot with Rohan Thakkar, sharing heartwarming glimpses of their traditional wedding ceremony.

Indian-origin groom among two killed, bride critical in US helicopter crash

Indian-origin groom among two killed, bride critical in US helicopter crash

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

An Indian-origin groom and a pilot have died in a helicopter crash in Georgia shortly after the groom's wedding. The bride survived and is receiving treatment.

'Felt insulted': Dalit bride forced to get off horse, sparks outrage

'Felt insulted': Dalit bride forced to get off horse, sparks outrage

Rediff.com9 May 2026

A Dalit bride in Rajasthan was forced to dismount from a mare during her wedding procession, sparking outrage and protests. The incident has led to demands for a fair investigation and action against those responsible.

Janhvi-Shanaya Look Stunning At Anshula's Wedding Reception

Janhvi-Shanaya Look Stunning At Anshula's Wedding Reception

Rediff.com2 days ago

Boney Kapoor's oldest daughter Anshula Kapoor got married to boyfriend Rohan Thakkar on July 6, and her large family made sure it was a grand celebration.

Bride-to-be Attacked with Acid by Groom's Girlfriend in Delhi

Bride-to-be Attacked with Acid by Groom's Girlfriend in Delhi

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A 21-year-old bride-to-be in Delhi was attacked with acid, allegedly by the groom's girlfriend, during her pre-wedding celebrations. The victim is hospitalised with burns, and the attacker has been arrested.

Chhattisgarh woman calls off wedding after finding groom drunk

Chhattisgarh woman calls off wedding after finding groom drunk

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

A 22-year-old woman in Chhattisgarh refused to marry her groom after he arrived heavily intoxicated at their wedding ceremony, leading to a scuffle. Her decision, made despite a prior warning to the groom about his drinking, has been widely praised and led to her felicitation by local police for taking a stand against alcohol addiction. The groom's family has agreed to compensate the bride's family for wedding expenses.

Mother marries lover days before daughter's engagement

Mother marries lover days before daughter's engagement

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

In a bizarre incident in Jalgaon, Maharashtra, a mother married her lover just days before her daughter's engagement. The bride's father sought police intervention after the new husband posted their wedding status on social media, leading to mixed reactions.

Which Celeb Bride Rocked The Wedding Outfit? VOTE

Which Celeb Bride Rocked The Wedding Outfit? VOTE

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

From custom-made saris to designer lehengas, star brides have been serving major wedding fashion goals lately.

Janhvi-Khushi Enjoy Anshula's Wedding Celebrations

Janhvi-Khushi Enjoy Anshula's Wedding Celebrations

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

'For Punjabi brides, Phulkari has long been part of life's most meaningful milestones, and I couldn't think of a more fitting way to begin this new chapter with Ro. '

IAS Impersonator Flees with Bride's Dowry in Alleged Marriage Scam

IAS Impersonator Flees with Bride's Dowry in Alleged Marriage Scam

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

A newly married man in Uttar Pradesh, India, allegedly fled with a substantial dowry after deceiving the bride's family by posing as an IAS officer. Police are investigating the incident as a potential serial scam.

Jealous Woman Arrested After Acid Attack on Boyfriend's Bride-to-Be in Delhi

Jealous Woman Arrested After Acid Attack on Boyfriend's Bride-to-Be in Delhi

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A 26-year-old woman has been arrested for allegedly attacking her boyfriend's prospective bride with acid in the Gokalpuri area of northeast Delhi. The victim is hospitalised, and police are investigating the source of the acid.

What The 2026 Bride Really Wants

What The 2026 Bride Really Wants

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

'She understands her body, comfort level and personal style and no longer dresses to impress others.'

Dowry Dispute Leads To Father's Death, Wedding Chaos

Dowry Dispute Leads To Father's Death, Wedding Chaos

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A wedding in Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar, turned tragic when a dispute over dowry and the 'mehr' amount led to the bride's father suffering a fatal heart attack. The incident sparked anger among relatives and locals, who held the groom's party hostage and assaulted them, prompting police intervention to control the situation. An investigation is currently underway.

Bride shot at on wedding stage by lover in Bihar

Bride shot at on wedding stage by lover in Bihar

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

A bride was critically injured after being shot by her alleged lover during her wedding ceremony in Buxar, Bihar, sparking a police investigation into the shocking incident.

Saptapadi essential for Hindu marriage, not just registration: HC

Saptapadi essential for Hindu marriage, not just registration: HC

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

The Gujarat High Court has ruled that the performance of customary rites and ceremonies, particularly 'saptapadi', is essential for the validation of a Hindu marriage, stating that registration alone is insufficient. The court emphasised that marriage is a sacrament and not merely a social occasion, highlighting the spiritual and legal significance of traditional rituals.

Kritika Kamra, Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Beautiful Intimate Bridal Looks

Kritika Kamra, Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Beautiful Intimate Bridal Looks

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Big fat weddings may never fully go out of style, but intimate weddings are officially having their moment. More and more brides today are choosing ceremonies that feel personal, meaningful and stress-free over exhausting multi-day spectacles. And naturally, bridal fashion is changing too.

Pune groom-to-be killed in 400-foot plunge from fort during birthday trip

Pune groom-to-be killed in 400-foot plunge from fort during birthday trip

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

A man celebrating his fiance's birthday tragically fell 400 feet to his death from Maharashtra's historic Lohagad fort while attempting to take photographs amidst strong winds.

Runaway bride: Bride elopes with lover after Varmala ceremony

Runaway bride: Bride elopes with lover after Varmala ceremony

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Police said, when the two families got to know that the woman had fled with a local youth, her father called the man on the phone. The bride spoke to him directly and conveyed that she wished to marry her lover and live with him.

Groom showers bride with Rs 10 crore? Video goes viral

Groom showers bride with Rs 10 crore? Video goes viral

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

A video of a wedding in Punjab's Tarn Taran has gone viral showing the groom and guests showering the bride with cash. While some claim crores were involved, a DJ at the event says the amount was much less.

UP Wedding Turns Sour After Dispute Over Music

UP Wedding Turns Sour After Dispute Over Music

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A wedding celebration in Uttar Pradesh turned violent after a dispute over music selection led to a shooting and the cancellation of the wedding.

'Pressure To Bear A Son Is More In The City'

'Pressure To Bear A Son Is More In The City'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

'Even lower middle class parents in cities opt for just one child. A son is a must.'

Dowry Demand Sparks Violent Clash At Palghar Wedding

Dowry Demand Sparks Violent Clash At Palghar Wedding

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A wedding ceremony in Palghar district turned violent after a dispute over dowry erupted between the families of the bride and groom, resulting in several injuries.

A Double Dose Of Akshay Kumar

A Double Dose Of Akshay Kumar

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

Before Welcome to the Jungle, here's a look at the movies where Akshay Kumar tried to entertain us in double roles.

Just Who Is Allu Sirish's Bride Nayanika Reddy?

Just Who Is Allu Sirish's Bride Nayanika Reddy?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Telugu actor star Allu Sirish's wedding celebrations is on full swing in Hyderabad. His bride Nayanika Reddy is not from the film industry, so just who is she? Namrata Thakker finds out.

Getting Engaged? Perfect Hair Style Tips From Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday

Getting Engaged? Perfect Hair Style Tips From Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Finding the perfect engagement outfit is one thing. Finding the hairstyle that survives the photos, dancing, humidity and your relatives constantly touching your hair? That's the real challenge.

10 Haunting Love Stories

10 Haunting Love Stories

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

From October to Saiyaara, these Hindi love stories proved that romance still has the power to break hearts, move audiences and create box office magic in the age of violent cinema.

Aditi, Sai Pallavi Love This Tiny Accessory

Aditi, Sai Pallavi Love This Tiny Accessory

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Whether you're into soft glam, full festive dressing or everyday minimalism, a nose ring can instantly change the vibe of a look.

How Cyber Police Uncovered A Major Cambodia-Based Online Fraud Network

How Cyber Police Uncovered A Major Cambodia-Based Online Fraud Network

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Cyber Police have arrested Abdu Rahman in Delhi, a key accused in a Cambodia-based online fraud network. This syndicate, which initially used online trading and loan scams, shifted to matrimonial platforms to defraud Indian citizens, including a Kochi doctor who lost Rs 37 lakh. The network recruits Indians to work in scam centres in Cambodia and has been responsible for numerous online frauds.

Mathura Wedding Violence: Police Book Over 300 After Dalit Procession Clash

Mathura Wedding Violence: Police Book Over 300 After Dalit Procession Clash

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Police have booked over 300 people in Mathura following violent clashes during a Dalit wedding procession. The incident occurred when the procession allegedly faced stone-pelting in an upper-caste locality, leading to counter-allegations of caste-based slurs and property damage.

Your Complete Guide to Women's T20 World Cup

Your Complete Guide to Women's T20 World Cup

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 is set to bring together the world's top teams for a month of fast-paced, high-stakes cricket, as they compete for the biggest prize in the shortest format of the game.

Delhi HC Denies Bail In Dowry Death Case: What It Means

Delhi HC Denies Bail In Dowry Death Case: What It Means

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Delhi High Court has denied bail to a mother-in-law in a dowry death case involving the suicide of her 19-year-old daughter-in-law, who allegedly faced harassment for not meeting dowry demands.

Priya Patil: The MensWear Designer Who Debuted At Paris Fashion Week

Priya Patil: The MensWear Designer Who Debuted At Paris Fashion Week

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Mumbai-based menswear designer Priya Patil who recently showcased at Paris Fashion Week 2026, talks about her inspiration to design and transform menswear fashion in India.

Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies: Aamir Khan's 10 Best Productions

Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies: Aamir Khan's 10 Best Productions

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

As Aamir Khan Productions celebrates 25 years, we rank the 10 best films produced by its star, from the iconic Lagaan to the recent critically-acclaimed Laapataa Ladies.

Newlywed bride seeks divorce, says groom 'physically incapable'

Newlywed bride seeks divorce, says groom 'physically incapable'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

The bride's family claims a subsequent medical report confirmed that the groom "cannot become a father", prompting them to demand the return of gifts and wedding expenses.

Gorakhpur Wedding Turns Violent Over DJ Music, Food; One Dead

Gorakhpur Wedding Turns Violent Over DJ Music, Food; One Dead

Rediff.com9 May 2026

A wedding celebration in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, turned tragic after a dispute over DJ music and food led to a violent clash between the bride's and groom's families, resulting in one death and another injury.

Man Dies After Stray Bullet Strike At Meerut Wedding

Man Dies After Stray Bullet Strike At Meerut Wedding

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A 45-year-old man was killed by a stray bullet during celebratory firing at a wedding ceremony in Khadauli village, Meerut. Police have registered a case and are searching for the suspect, the groom's uncle.