A Bhopal court rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Samarth Singh, the husband of deceased model and actress Twisha Sharma, in a case alleging dowry death and harassment. The police have announced a reward for information leading to his arrest, while the family of the deceased alleges foul play and demands a thorough investigation.
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai faithfully recreates the chaos, clichs and comic sensibilities of a vintage David Dhawan entertainer, for better and often for worse, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
Discover the inspiring journey of Komal Prabhu, called the Queen of GSB Cuisine, that saw her switch professions -- a Bharata Natyam dancer became a celebrated chef devoted to preserving traditional Gaud Saraswat Brahmin food traditions.
A 38-year-old woman advocate in Delhi is fighting for her life after being attacked by her husband, with her family alleging years of domestic violence and a property dispute as contributing factors.
The Allahabad High Court has quashed an FIR lodged against a married couple, criticising the police for interfering in consensual marriages and emphasising the right of adults to choose their partners.
The Allahabad High Court has quashed an FIR against a married couple, criticising the police for interfering in consensual marriages and emphasising the rights of adults to make their own choices.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has overturned the anticipatory bail of former judge Giribala Singh, who is accused in the death of her daughter-in-law, Twisha Sharma, citing factual aspects of the case and allegations against her.
Police in Jharkhand's Koderma district rescued an abducted boy and arrested three kidnappers. The abduction was orchestrated by the boy's brother-in-law, who wanted to marry the boy's elder sister.
The Supreme Court of India dissolved a marriage, instructing the couple to prioritize their child's well-being and set aside personal differences.
Explore Bollywood's enduring fascination with infidelity as new films like Pati Patni Aur Woh Do and Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai continue a cinematic tradition of depicting adultery through various classic tropes and evolving narratives.
Police in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against four members of a family for alleged dowry harassment, assault, and criminal intimidation following the victim's miscarriage.
When Bangalore-based Arjun* agreed to an arranged marriage, he believed he had found the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. But a quiet conflict over religion at home soon began to test the relationship.
A 14-year-old girl from Maharashtra's Palghar district has alleged that she was forcibly married to a man, sexually assaulted and made to undergo an abortion, police said on Tuesday.
Fifteen-year-old Sangita Bauri never feared her parents and society when she opposed her forcible marriage in a remote village in West Bengal but she trembled when she was honoured in New Delhi by President Pratibha Patil for her feat.
Justices Urmila Joshi Phalke and Nandesh Deshpande of the HC's Nagpur bench, in the order passed on September 26, refused to accept the man's contention that he was in a consensual relationship with the 17-year-old girl and had registered the marriage only when she turned 18.
In a departure from social norms, a family in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, celebrated their daughter's divorce with joy, challenging the stigma surrounding divorce and promoting women's dignity and independence.
A Nashik court denied pre-arrest bail to a TCS employee accused of sexual harassment and forcible conversion, citing a 'systematic plan' to brainwash the victim and send her to Malaysia. The court emphasised the need for custodial interrogation to uncover the root of the case, highlighting the multi-dimensional nature of the alleged offence.
Who were the mothers who shaped Mahatma Gandhi, Sachin Tendulkar, Narendra Modi and other well-known Indians?
Bihar leads the pack with more than 30,000 girls below the age of 15 years married off that year, according to census figures released on Thursday.
'We should want Saiyaara, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, Animal and Dhurandhar to coexist. Let the audience decide what they connect with.'
A man in Rampur, India, has been arrested along with two associates for allegedly murdering his wife, a police constable, and their three-year-old son to fraudulently claim insurance money and other benefits.
A Delhi court acquitted a man and his family of charges related to domestic cruelty and dowry death, citing text messages indicating the wife's history of suicidal tendencies.
Singer-rapper Badshah is reportedly married to Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi, with photos from what appears to be their wedding ceremony circulating widely on social media.
The Maharashtra government has announced a flexible work time initiative for women state government employees working in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The 'Come Early, Go Early' initiative will allow women employees flexible reporting times and earlier departure times.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has submitted a comprehensive set of recommendations to various central ministries, outlining a survivor-centric framework to enhance care, justice, and rehabilitation for acid-attack victims.
Girdhari Lal Sahu, husband of Uttarakhand minister Rekha Arya, has caused a controversy after allegedly saying that girls from Bihar are available for marriage at a low price. The statement has drawn criticism from the opposition Congress and the Bihar State Women Commission.
A Delhi court has acquitted a man and his parents in a dowry death case, citing the prosecution's failure to establish allegations of cruelty or dowry harassment. The case involved the suicide of a woman within seven years of marriage, but key witnesses denied any dowry demands or harassment.
A fire in a Delhi residential building resulted in nine deaths, with central locking systems and iron grills hindering escape efforts. The fire, suspected to have been triggered by an air-conditioner blast, trapped residents and complicated rescue operations.
'Our government is committed to addressing it firmly while protecting the rights of genuine citizens.'
A man in Kanpur, India, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 11-year-old twin daughters after giving them food laced with sleeping pills. Police are investigating the motive behind the crime, with initial findings suggesting the father was mentally disturbed.
A Gujarat-based couple's 23-year marriage ended in divorce due to a long-standing dispute over the wife's dietary choice of not consuming onion and garlic. The Gujarat High Court upheld the divorce verdict.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized the need for Hindu unity, vigilance, and social harmony, advocating for family values and addressing concerns about infiltration and social divisions.
The Maharashtra assembly has passed the Freedom of Religion Bill 2026, introducing strict measures to prevent religious conversions through coercion, fraud, or marriage, sparking debate over constitutional rights and religious freedom.
It is impossible to discuss Asha Bhosle without mentioning the word 'versatility', notes Dinesh Raheja.
In the rush to complete tax-saving investments at the end of the financial year, many taxpayers choose instruments that do not match their long-term financial goals.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that merely asking a married woman to assist in caring for a family member does not constitute cruelty under criminal law, quashing cases against a husband and his family.
rediffGURU Shalini Singh, founder of andwemet, a matchmaking platform, explains how to convince your parents about marrying someone they may not approve of.
You have to decide whether you want to spend the rest of your life unhappily married or are brave enough to go it alone, counsels Rediff's Love Guru.
Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
The Delhi High Court has overturned the conviction and 24-year jail sentence of Geeta Arora, also known as Sonu Punjaban, in a case involving the alleged trafficking of a 12-year-old girl, citing inconsistencies and contradictions in the victim's testimony and gaps in the prosecution's case.
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