News for 'car'

Norris Laughs Off Verstappen Jibe Over 2026 Cars

Norris Laughs Off Verstappen Jibe Over 2026 Cars

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

World champion Lando Norris says he was amused by reactions to his comments on the new 2026 Formula One cars after rival Max Verstappen criticised them during pre-season testing in Bahrain.

Why ICE Still Rules India's Car Market

Why ICE Still Rules India's Car Market

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Indian car buyers care more about affordability than technology, keeping ICE vehicles dominant while hybrids emerge as the preferred transition option and EVs struggle in the mass market.

Drive Review: 2026 Tata Punch.ev is no longer just a city car

Drive Review: 2026 Tata Punch.ev is no longer just a city car

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

With the 40kWh battery and 65kW faster charging, it is now a legitimate primary car for a small family that can handle weekend trips easily, says Rajesh Karkera.

Bhopal man dies after speeding Thar rams his car in Goa

Bhopal man dies after speeding Thar rams his car in Goa

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

A tourist from Bhopal died in a road accident in North Goa after his car was hit by an SUV allegedly driven by a 19-year-old. Police are investigating the incident and have arrested the driver for rash and negligent driving.

7 Priciest, Fanciest Cars Of 2026

7 Priciest, Fanciest Cars Of 2026

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The most expensive cars on the planet in 2026 got their price tag for their advanced engineering and bespoke craftsmanship. Produced in numbers so small they border on myth.

On Valentine's Day, man shoots girlfriend, then self in car

On Valentine's Day, man shoots girlfriend, then self in car

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

In a tragic incident in Noida, a man allegedly shot his girlfriend before taking his own life inside a car, prompting a police investigation into the suspected murder-suicide.

8 TopSelling Cars In India: Maruti Dominates The Charts

8 TopSelling Cars In India: Maruti Dominates The Charts

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

In 2025, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire has emerged as India's top-selling car, while sport utility vehicles continue to rule the broader passenger vehicle market, capturing almost 55 per cent of the segment.

Will Cheaper European Cars Hurt Indian Automakers?

Will Cheaper European Cars Hurt Indian Automakers?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Speculation about rising competition from global majors has led to shares of major Indian automobile manufacturers such as Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), Maruti Suzuki India, and Tata Motors taking a hit on the BSE.

Delhi: 6-yr-old on way to school killed as car hits e-rickshaw

Delhi: 6-yr-old on way to school killed as car hits e-rickshaw

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

A six-year-old girl died and her grandmother was injured after their e-rickshaw collided with a car in Janakpuri, Delhi. Police have arrested the driver and are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns about e-rickshaw safety in the city.

Jaguar Land Rover to start production of premium cars at Tamil Nadu unit

Jaguar Land Rover to start production of premium cars at Tamil Nadu unit

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Jaguar Land Rover will begin assembling premium cars at its new Tamil Nadu plant on February 9, marking a step towards full-scale luxury car manufacturing in India.

Food Delivery Rider Dies After Alleged Hit-and-Run by Mercedes in Faridabad

Food Delivery Rider Dies After Alleged Hit-and-Run by Mercedes in Faridabad

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Zomato food delivery agent died after being allegedly hit by a speeding Mercedes in Faridabad. The driver fled the scene, and police have seized the vehicle and are investigating the incident.

New F1 Rules Divide Drivers Ahead Of Five-Week Break

New F1 Rules Divide Drivers Ahead Of Five-Week Break

Rediff.com4 days ago

Formula One's new energy rules face criticism after the Japanese GP, with drivers questioning racing quality and safety ahead of a five-week break.

Pakistan Suicide Bombing: Police Station Targeted, Casualties Reported

Pakistan Suicide Bombing: Police Station Targeted, Casualties Reported

Rediff.com1 days ago

A suicide car bomb attack on a police station in northwest Pakistan resulted in five deaths and thirteen injuries. The banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has denied responsibility, alleging the attack was orchestrated by state institutions.

Man Survives Gun Attack on National Highway 44 in Phagwara

Man Survives Gun Attack on National Highway 44 in Phagwara

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man escaped unhurt after being shot at while driving on National Highway 44 near Phagwara. Police are investigating a possible connection to a previous drug case.

Doctor's Suicide in Dehradun Sparks Harassment Allegations

Doctor's Suicide in Dehradun Sparks Harassment Allegations

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A 25-year-old postgraduate medical student was found dead in her car in Dehradun, with her family alleging mental harassment by a department head. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Dehradun Doctor Suicide: Family Alleges Harassment by HOD

Dehradun Doctor Suicide: Family Alleges Harassment by HOD

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A 25-year-old postgraduate medical student in Dehradun allegedly died by suicide in her car, prompting a police investigation into harassment allegations against her department head.

Jr World Cup gold medallist shooter Sambhaji Patil killed in car accident

Jr World Cup gold medallist shooter Sambhaji Patil killed in car accident

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

International shooter Sambhaji Patil, a gold medallist in the 2016 Junior World Cup, was killed on Monday when his car hit a truck on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway in Palghar district of Maharashtra.

How Delhi Police Uncovered a High-Tech Extortion Racket

How Delhi Police Uncovered a High-Tech Extortion Racket

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested four individuals involved in a sophisticated roadside extortion scheme, posing as fake loan recovery agents and targeting vehicle owners with pending EMIs.

Gwalior: Woman Critically Injured in Road Rage Shooting

Gwalior: Woman Critically Injured in Road Rage Shooting

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A woman was critically injured in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, after unidentified individuals allegedly opened fire on her car following a road rage incident triggered by her son honking at their vehicle.

Gang rivalry suspected in Mangaluru rowdy-sheeter murder

Gang rivalry suspected in Mangaluru rowdy-sheeter murder

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A 46-year-old rowdy-sheeter, Arif alias Tablet Arif, was murdered in Mangaluru, Karnataka. Police suspect gang rivalry as the motive behind the attack.

Entry-level cars rebound, boost Maruti's quarterly sales to record high

Entry-level cars rebound, boost Maruti's quarterly sales to record high

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Maruti Suzuki sold more cars than ever before, earned more money, and saw many first-time buyers choosing small cars again.

UP Sharpshooter with Bounty Wounded in Police Encounter

UP Sharpshooter with Bounty Wounded in Police Encounter

Rediff.com2 days ago

An alleged sharpshooter, Ashu alias Monty, carrying a reward of Rs 50,000 on his head, was injured in an encounter with Uttar Pradesh police in Moradabad. He is wanted in connection with attempted murder and extortion.

Uttar Pradesh STF Encounter Kills Wanted Sharpshooter

Uttar Pradesh STF Encounter Kills Wanted Sharpshooter

Rediff.com2 days ago

A sharpshooter carrying a reward of Rs 50,000 was killed in an encounter with the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) and Moradabad police during a joint operation.

Teen Driver Kills Cyclist in Thane Hit-and-Run

Teen Driver Kills Cyclist in Thane Hit-and-Run

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A 42-year-old businessman was killed in Thane after being hit by a speeding car allegedly driven by a 17-year-old boy. The incident occurred on an incomplete stretch of the Kalyan Ring Road, prompting calls for improved road safety measures.

Gurugram BPharma Student and Friend Brutally Beaten on Sohna Road

Gurugram BPharma Student and Friend Brutally Beaten on Sohna Road

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A BPharma student and his friend were brutally beaten on Sohna Road in Gurugram. Police have registered a case and are investigating five suspects.

Kimi Antonelli wins Japanese GP; becomes youngest F1 Championship leader

Kimi Antonelli wins Japanese GP; becomes youngest F1 Championship leader

Rediff.com6 days ago

Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes wins the Japanese Grand Prix, becoming the youngest-ever championship leader. The race saw a high-speed crash involving Oliver Bearman, who was later cleared by doctors.

Two Arrested, 7kg Heroin Recovered in Amritsar Drug Bust

Two Arrested, 7kg Heroin Recovered in Amritsar Drug Bust

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Punjab Police arrested two individuals in Amritsar and seized 7 kg of heroin from their possession. The suspects were allegedly involved in transporting large quantities of heroin, and further investigation is underway to uncover the larger narcotics network.

Japanese F1 GP: Kimi Antonelli on pole as Mercedes lock out front row

Japanese F1 GP: Kimi Antonelli on pole as Mercedes lock out front row

Rediff.com7 days ago

Kimi Antonelli secured his second consecutive pole position at the Japanese Grand Prix, leading a Mercedes front-row lockout. Max Verstappen struggled, starting 11th.

Pune Businessman Accuses Godman of 600,000 Fraud

Pune Businessman Accuses Godman of 600,000 Fraud

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A Pune-based businessman has accused self-styled godman Ashok Kharat of defrauding him of Rs 6 crore (600,000) under the guise of helping him establish a logistics business abroad. This is the eighth case registered against Kharat, who is already in police custody on separate charges.

NIA Intensifies Red Fort Blast Investigation with J&K Raids

NIA Intensifies Red Fort Blast Investigation with J&K Raids

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir as part of its investigation into the Red Fort car bomb blast case.

Retired Army Brigadier killed in cross-firing during morning walk

Retired Army Brigadier killed in cross-firing during morning walk

Rediff.com4 days ago

A retired Army brigadier was killed in Dehradun during a crossfire between two groups following a dispute at a nightclub. Police have arrested four people in connection with the incident.

April Fools' Day: When World Comes Together To Be Silly

April Fools' Day: When World Comes Together To Be Silly

Rediff.com3 days ago

April Fools' Day has amused pranksters for centuries, though no one can quite pin down where it truly began.

Man Charged with Dangerous Driving After Pub Incident in Derby

Man Charged with Dangerous Driving After Pub Incident in Derby

Rediff.com2 days ago

An Indian-origin man has been remanded in custody after being charged with dangerous driving and causing grievous bodily harm following an incident outside a pub in Derby, UK, where seven people were injured.

Road Rage Turns Deadly: Retired Brigadier Killed in Dehradun Crossfire

Road Rage Turns Deadly: Retired Brigadier Killed in Dehradun Crossfire

Rediff.com4 days ago

A retired Army brigadier was killed in Dehradun after being caught in a crossfire between occupants of two cars following a road rage incident.

F1: Kimi Antonelli Breaks Hamilton Record, Targets Consistency

F1: Kimi Antonelli Breaks Hamilton Record, Targets Consistency

Rediff.com6 days ago

Kimi Antonelli becomes Formula One's youngest championship leader after Japanese GP win, breaking Lewis Hamilton's record and extending his dream start.

Etawah Road Accidents Claim Three Lives, Several Injured

Etawah Road Accidents Claim Three Lives, Several Injured

Rediff.com6 days ago

Three people were killed and three others injured in two separate road accidents in Etawah district, Uttar Pradesh, India. The incidents involved motorcycle collisions and a pedestrian being struck by a truck.

Max Verstappen Hints at Shock F1 Retirement Amid Growing Frustration

Max Verstappen Hints at Shock F1 Retirement Amid Growing Frustration

Rediff.com5 days ago

Max Verstappen says he is considering F1 retirement after a frustrating start to the season, saying all options are open despite his Red Bull contract till 2028.

Aurangabad Man Kills Niece and Nephews Over Family Feud

Aurangabad Man Kills Niece and Nephews Over Family Feud

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A man in Aurangabad, Bihar, allegedly murdered his two nephews and a niece due to a family dispute. The accused is receiving medical treatment after attempting suicide.

Najafgarh Police Impound Vehicles in Tinted Window Crackdown

Najafgarh Police Impound Vehicles in Tinted Window Crackdown

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Delhi Police in Najafgarh prosecuted 154 vehicles and impounded four during a special drive against tinted windows, citing safety concerns and potential concealment of criminal activities.

Akshay Kumar's Security Car Has An Accident

Akshay Kumar's Security Car Has An Accident

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

A car from Akshay Kumar's security entourage was hit by an autorickshaw after the three-wheeler was struck by another vehicle in Juhu area, northwest Mumbai, leaving one person injured, police said.