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Bhagwant Mann Slams BJP's Divisive Politics In Punjab

Bhagwant Mann Slams BJP's Divisive Politics In Punjab

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has accused the BJP of engaging in divisive politics and attempting to incite violence in Punjab for electoral gains, while reaffirming his government's commitment to peace and communal harmony.

Gurugram Flat Fire: Blaze Engulfs Home In Anant Raj Estate

Gurugram Flat Fire: Blaze Engulfs Home In Anant Raj Estate

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A fire broke out in a flat in Gurugram's Anant Raj Estate, Sector 63A, on Wednesday. Five fire tenders took three hours to extinguish the blaze, which gutted the flat. No casualties were reported.

Six Injured in Tri Nagar Building Fire, Short Circuit Suspected

Six Injured in Tri Nagar Building Fire, Short Circuit Suspected

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A fire in a four-storeyed building in Delhi's Tri Nagar area injured six people, including a child. Police suspect a short circuit in the electric water motor caused the blaze.

Rs 10 Crore Money Trail Uncovered In Jharkhand Treasury Scam

Rs 10 Crore Money Trail Uncovered In Jharkhand Treasury Scam

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Jharkhand Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has uncovered a money trail of Rs 10 crore related to the Bokaro treasury scam, freezing several fixed deposits and arresting multiple individuals, including police personnel and an accountant.

UP Man Faces Charges for Derogatory Social Media Post Against Ambedkar

UP Man Faces Charges for Derogatory Social Media Post Against Ambedkar

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A man in Uttar Pradesh has been booked for allegedly posting objectionable remarks against Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and using casteist slurs in a video shared on social media.

Woman And Accomplice Get Life For Husband's Murder

Woman And Accomplice Get Life For Husband's Murder

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A woman and her accomplice have been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Kullu District and Sessions Court for the murder of her husband in 2018.

Semwal edges Salazar in thrilling five-set squash match at JSW Indian Open

Semwal edges Salazar in thrilling five-set squash match at JSW Indian Open

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

India's Om Semwal defeated Mexico's Sebastian Salazar in a five-set thriller at the JSW Indian Open squash tournament. Other results included wins for players from Egypt, Switzerland, and Hong Kong, and a loss for India's Suraj Kumar Chand.

Assam election: BJP ahead in most Barak Valley seats

Assam election: BJP ahead in most Barak Valley seats

Rediff.com4 May 2026

The BJP is currently leading in eight out of the 13 seats in Assam's Barak Valley, while the Congress is ahead in the remaining five constituencies, according to the latest Election Commission data.

Ultimate Table Tennis Season 7: Key Players And Auction Highlights

Ultimate Table Tennis Season 7: Key Players And Auction Highlights

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Manav Thakkar joins UP Prometheans with Yang Liu, while Divya Chitale remains the highest-valued Indian player at the UTT auction. Bernadette Szocs tops the auction, joining Dempo Goa Challengers. The seventh season will be held in Goa from July 9-26.

Three Dead After Birthday Party Altercation In Uttar Pradesh

Three Dead After Birthday Party Altercation In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A birthday celebration in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, turned violent, resulting in the deaths of three individuals following an altercation. Police have arrested three suspects and are investigating the incident.

Ruparelia, Nishchal advance at YONEX Dutch Junior International

Ruparelia, Nishchal advance at YONEX Dutch Junior International

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Dev Ruparelia and Nishchal Chand secured victories in the men's singles category at the YONEX Dutch Junior International 2026, while Shaina Manimuthu advanced in the women's singles.

Abhay Singh, Nipam Shine At National Junior Athletics

Abhay Singh, Nipam Shine At National Junior Athletics

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Abhay Singh and Nipam set new meet records at the National Junior U-20 Athletics Championships, with several athletes achieving Asian Junior qualification marks.

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.

'He was not in uniform, yet he served like a frontline soldier'

'He was not in uniform, yet he served like a frontline soldier'

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The family of Dr Raj Kumar Thapa, a JKAS officer killed in Pakistan shelling in Rajouri, remembers his sacrifice and dedication to duty a year after his death.

Bank of Baroda and Reliance Jio Team Up to Expand Mobile Banking for Feature Phone Users

Bank of Baroda and Reliance Jio Team Up to Expand Mobile Banking for Feature Phone Users

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Bank of Baroda has partnered with Reliance Jio to provide access to its mobile banking application, 'bob World Lite', for users of Jio feature phones, aiming to promote financial inclusion and digital payments.

Punjab Governor Highlights Aadhaar's Role in Governance and Welfare

Punjab Governor Highlights Aadhaar's Role in Governance and Welfare

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria emphasised the importance of Aadhaar in promoting good governance, transparency, and ease of living, highlighting its role in ensuring welfare benefits reach the intended recipients and strengthening the rural economy through Direct Benefit Transfer.

Aadhaar Racket Busted In Rajasthan, One Arrested

Aadhaar Racket Busted In Rajasthan, One Arrested

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A man has been arrested in Rajasthan for his alleged involvement in an illegal Aadhaar enrolment racket, where fake Aadhaar cards were generated using manipulated biometric data.

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.

How Delhi Police Busted Cyber Lottery Fraud Racket

How Delhi Police Busted Cyber Lottery Fraud Racket

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a cyber fraud operation that swindled a railway employee out of approximately Rs 60,000 under the guise of an online lottery. The investigation led to multiple arrests and uncovered a network using fake identities to open bank accounts for illicit transactions.

Manesar factory unrest a conspiracy with external links, 6 held: Police

Manesar factory unrest a conspiracy with external links, 6 held: Police

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Gurugram Police have arrested six individuals, alleging a planned conspiracy behind the recent unrest at factories in the IMT-Manesar area. Investigations suggest external elements incited workers to riot and engage in arson over salary hike demands.

Agricultural shift from subsidies to sustainability may be the way ahead

Agricultural shift from subsidies to sustainability may be the way ahead

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

India is already a heavyweight in global farm trade in pockets such as rice exports, but experts are urging a pivot from a subsidy- and procurement-driven mindset to a productivity and nutrition strategy that still shields farmers from volatility.

Accountant Embezzles Over Rs 6 Crore from Bokaro Treasury

Accountant Embezzles Over Rs 6 Crore from Bokaro Treasury

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

An accountant in Bokaro district, India, has been arrested for allegedly embezzling over Rs 6 crore from the treasury's salary disbursement account. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the fraud.

Punjab's New Anti-Sacrilege Law: No Escape For Offenders, Says Minister

Punjab's New Anti-Sacrilege Law: No Escape For Offenders, Says Minister

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Punjab's Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has announced that the newly enacted anti-sacrilege law in Punjab leaves no loopholes for offenders to escape justice. The law proposes stricter punishment, including life imprisonment and a fine of up to Rs 25 lakh, for any act of sacrilege against the Guru Granth Sahib.

National Sports Awards Delayed: Ministry Re-evaluating Arjuna Award Recommendations

National Sports Awards Delayed: Ministry Re-evaluating Arjuna Award Recommendations

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The National Sports Awards in India have been delayed due to a re-evaluation process aimed at ensuring only deserving athletes receive the honour. The Sports Ministry is reassessing Arjuna Award recommendations to maintain the award's value and avoid controversies.

Inter-state Drug Smuggling Ring Busted in Jammu, Four Arrested

Inter-state Drug Smuggling Ring Busted in Jammu, Four Arrested

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Four inter-state narcotics smugglers were arrested and around 10 kg of cannabis worth over Rs 30 lakh was seized by the anti narcotics task force in outskirts of Jammu city on Wednesday, officials said.

Asha Bhosle: 'Dum Maro Dum Was Banned By The Government'

Asha Bhosle: 'Dum Maro Dum Was Banned By The Government'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

'Today, if 50 songs are composed, one or two work. In the 1970s, all 50 would work.'

'Thank You For Being My True Chand'

'Thank You For Being My True Chand'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Bollywood couples celebrated Karwa Chauth on October 10 and made many loved-up pictures on social media.

Sports Ministry Re-evaluates National Sports Awards to Ensure Deserving Athletes Are Honoured

Sports Ministry Re-evaluates National Sports Awards to Ensure Deserving Athletes Are Honoured

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The National Sports Awards have been delayed due to a re-evaluation process by the Sports Ministry to ensure only deserving athletes are honoured. The ministry aims to establish clearer criteria to avoid controversies and ensure deserving athletes are recognised without unnecessary hurdles.

Street signs: Bank-backed brokers may regain edge, IPO pipeline stalls

Street signs: Bank-backed brokers may regain edge, IPO pipeline stalls

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

India's market landscape is undergoing significant shifts, with bank-backed brokerages potentially regaining dominance over discount platforms due to regulatory changes and increased taxes, while the IPO pipeline faces a slowdown amid heightened global volatility.

How Punjab Schools Are Joining The Fight Against Drug Abuse

How Punjab Schools Are Joining The Fight Against Drug Abuse

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria has called upon schools to play a proactive role in safeguarding youth from drug abuse. He emphasised the role of educational institutions in the statewide anti-drug campaign and criticised the neighbouring country for allegedly pumping drugs into Punjab.

5.9 earthquake shakes Delhi, other north Indian cities; no injuries, damage

5.9 earthquake shakes Delhi, other north Indian cities; no injuries, damage

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

A 5.9 magnitude earthquake with its epicentre in Afghanistan jolted several parts of north India, including Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Haryana, on Friday night. While tremors were felt, no immediate reports of damage or casualties have emerged.

Jharkhand Officials Arrested in Multi-Million Embezzlement Scheme

Jharkhand Officials Arrested in Multi-Million Embezzlement Scheme

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Three treasury employees in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, have been arrested for allegedly embezzling Rs 15.41 crore from government bank accounts over eight years, prompting criticism from the opposition BJP.

Why Uttarakhand Police Didn't Invoke UCC in Triple Talaq Case

Why Uttarakhand Police Didn't Invoke UCC in Triple Talaq Case

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A triple talaq case in Uttarakhand's Haridwar district has sparked controversy after police did not register it under the state's Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Legal experts are questioning the failure to enforce the UCC, which prohibits practices like triple talaq and halala, citing potential issues with the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS).

Why Uttarakhand Police Didn't Invoke UCC in Triple Talaq Case

Why Uttarakhand Police Didn't Invoke UCC in Triple Talaq Case

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A triple talaq case in Uttarakhand's Haridwar district has sparked controversy as police did not initially file it under the state's Uniform Civil Code (UCC) due to reported technical issues, raising concerns about the UCC's enforcement.

Court Acquits Nine in 2020 Delhi Riots Case Citing Lack of Specificity in Testimonies

Court Acquits Nine in 2020 Delhi Riots Case Citing Lack of Specificity in Testimonies

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has acquitted nine men in a case related to the 2020 Delhi riots, citing unreliable and general testimonies from witnesses.

Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur bag Hockey India Player of the Year Awards

Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur bag Hockey India Player of the Year Awards

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Hardik Singh and Navneet Kaur were named Hockey India Player of the Year in the men's and women's categories, respectively, at a ceremony in New Delhi. Several other players, officials, and member units were also recognised for their contributions to Indian hockey.

When Asha Bhosle Left Her Home, Never To Return

When Asha Bhosle Left Her Home, Never To Return

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The last Mughal has passed away into ages on April 12, leaving a huge void in all our lives.

Delhi CM Unveils Projects to Enhance Drainage, Road Connectivity

Delhi CM Unveils Projects to Enhance Drainage, Road Connectivity

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Delhi Chief Minister inaugurated infrastructure projects focused on improving drainage, road connectivity, and traffic flow in Delhi, including stormwater drain remodelling, road construction, and a new healthcare facility.

Dinesh Khanna Sees Echoes of His 1965 Triumph in Ayush Shetty's Badminton Asia Championship Run

Dinesh Khanna Sees Echoes of His 1965 Triumph in Ayush Shetty's Badminton Asia Championship Run

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Former champion Dinesh Khanna sees similarities between his 1965 Badminton Asia Championships win and Ayush Shetty's current run in the tournament.

Gurugram Woman's Death Sparks Poisoning Allegations Against Husband

Gurugram Woman's Death Sparks Poisoning Allegations Against Husband

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A 23-year-old woman in Gurugram died under suspicious circumstances, with her family accusing her husband of injecting her with a toxin. Police have registered a dowry murder case and are investigating the matter.