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Bank of India Held Liable for ATM Fraud, Ordered to Pay Compensation

Bank of India Held Liable for ATM Fraud, Ordered to Pay Compensation

Rediff.com16 hours ago

The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed Bank of India to compensate a senior citizen for losses incurred due to unauthorized ATM transactions, citing deficiency in service and failure to adhere to security protocols.

Diksha Dagar shines with top-5 finish at Australian Women's Classic amidst tough conditions

Diksha Dagar shines with top-5 finish at Australian Women's Classic amidst tough conditions

Rediff.com1 days ago

Diksha Dagar achieved her first top-5 finish of the season at the Australian Women's Classic, while Kelsey Bennett secured her maiden Ladies European Tour title.

Shankaracharya Alleges Conspiracy Behind Sexual Abuse Charges

Shankaracharya Alleges Conspiracy Behind Sexual Abuse Charges

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati claims the sexual abuse case against him is a conspiracy to defame him and suppress discussion of the Epstein files in India.

Saharanpur: Four held for conspiring to fake death

Saharanpur: Four held for conspiring to fake death

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Police in Saharanpur have arrested four individuals for allegedly plotting to fake the death of one of them to avoid a rape trial, involving the murder of a debtor and burning the body in a car.

Man Killed in Palghar Over WhatsApp DP Argument

Man Killed in Palghar Over WhatsApp DP Argument

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A 24-year-old man was stabbed to death in Palghar district following a dispute over a WhatsApp display picture.

UDF Criticises LDF Government Over Sabarimala Gold Loss and Health Sector Crisis

UDF Criticises LDF Government Over Sabarimala Gold Loss and Health Sector Crisis

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Congress-led UDF in Kerala has criticised the ruling LDF over the Sabarimala gold loss cases, the issue of women's entry to the shrine, and the state's health sector, where government doctors and private nurses are striking over wages.

Why taxis, autos, trucks in Maha are going off roads

Why taxis, autos, trucks in Maha are going off roads

Rediff.com4 days ago

Transporters across Maharashtra have announced a statewide strike to protest against e-challans and other issues, potentially disrupting transport services including school buses and commercial vehicles.

Delhi: Boy Found Dead, Family Alleges Mother's Involvement

Delhi: Boy Found Dead, Family Alleges Mother's Involvement

Rediff.com3 days ago

The body of a six-year-old boy was discovered in an under-construction building in Delhi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, with the family suspecting the mother's involvement due to an alleged extramarital affair.

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Apologises to Mammootty for Online Attacks

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Apologises to Mammootty for Online Attacks

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan publicly apologised to Malayalam actor Mammootty for online abuse following a controversy related to a visit to a Wayanad township.

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar Files Discharge Plea in MSCB Scam Case

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar Files Discharge Plea in MSCB Scam Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has filed a discharge application in connection with the Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank (MSCB) 'scam' case, claiming the predicate offence has been closed and no money laundering case is made out.

Boys never...: Swami Avimukteshwaranand on POCSO charges

Boys never...: Swami Avimukteshwaranand on POCSO charges

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati addresses sexual abuse allegations, asserting his innocence and claiming the charges are fabricated. An FIR was lodged against him and his disciple following a court order.

UK, France planning to arm Ukraine with nukes: Russia

UK, France planning to arm Ukraine with nukes: Russia

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

A Russian intelligence agency has claimed that the UK and France are covertly planning to transfer nuclear weapons to Ukraine, alleging a violation of international law.

BJP Promises to Replicate Assam Model in Bengal

BJP Promises to Replicate Assam Model in Bengal

Rediff.com7 days ago

BJP national president Nitin Nabin announced the party's plan to replicate Assam's 'detect, delete and deport' model to expel alleged Bangladeshi infiltrators in West Bengal if voted to power.

Nuh Police Expose Blackmailing Racket Targeting Local Resident

Nuh Police Expose Blackmailing Racket Targeting Local Resident

Rediff.com3 days ago

Nuh Police have arrested a brother and sister for allegedly attempting to extort Rs 5 lakh from a local resident by threatening to falsely accuse him of rape.

Amit Shah likely to reply to debate on motion against Speaker Birla

Amit Shah likely to reply to debate on motion against Speaker Birla

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to respond to the debate on the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, following allegations of partisan conduct. The motion, moved by opposition members, questions Birla's impartiality and handling of House proceedings.

Sri Lanka Completes Post-Mortem on Iranian Sailors After Frigate Sinking

Sri Lanka Completes Post-Mortem on Iranian Sailors After Frigate Sinking

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sri Lanka has completed the post-mortem examination of Iranian sailors recovered from the frigate IRIS Dena, which allegedly sank after a US submarine attack. Eighty of the 84 bodies have been identified by survivors, and an opposition protest was held against military aggression against Iran.

'Trump ka naya khel': Cong after 30-day waiver on Russian oil purchase

'Trump ka naya khel': Cong after 30-day waiver on Russian oil purchase

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Congress has strongly criticised the US government's temporary waiver allowing India to purchase Russian oil, raising concerns about continued 'American blackmail' and its impact on India's energy policy.

HC Stays Arrest of Swami Avimukteshwaranand in POCSO Case

HC Stays Arrest of Swami Avimukteshwaranand in POCSO Case

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The Allahabad High Court has stayed the arrest of Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati in a POCSO case, with the seer claiming the charges are false and his supporters celebrating the decision.

Auto Driver Dies After Being Set on Fire in Agra

Auto Driver Dies After Being Set on Fire in Agra

Rediff.com4 days ago

An auto-rickshaw driver in Agra, India, died from severe burns after allegedly being doused in petrol and set on fire by a woman and her accomplices, according to police reports.

Three Drown in Hooghly River After Dol Bathing

Three Drown in Hooghly River After Dol Bathing

Rediff.com5 days ago

Three people drowned and one went missing in the Hooghly river in West Bengal after bathing following Dol celebrations. The incident occurred at Balaram Sarkar Ghat in Bhatpara.

Customs Busts Bhutan Car Smuggling Racket, Arrests Five

Customs Busts Bhutan Car Smuggling Racket, Arrests Five

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian Customs officials have arrested five individuals from West Bengal and Assam for their involvement in smuggling high-end used cars from Bhutan. The investigation revealed a widespread network of forged documents and illegal vehicle registrations.

Union Minister Majumdar Criticises Banerjee's Protest, Outlines BJP's Promises for West Bengal

Union Minister Majumdar Criticises Banerjee's Protest, Outlines BJP's Promises for West Bengal

Rediff.com3 days ago

Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's dharna and outlined the BJP's promises for the upcoming assembly elections, including job creation, increased financial assistance for women, and proper DA for state government employees.

Rajnath Singh Vows to Tackle Crime, Joblessness in West Bengal

Rajnath Singh Vows to Tackle Crime, Joblessness in West Bengal

Rediff.com7 days ago

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed a rally in West Bengal, promising to tackle crime and joblessness if the BJP comes to power. He criticised the current government for allegedly favouring criminals and failing to protect women.

Man Dies After Fall; Family Alleges Police Misconduct

Man Dies After Fall; Family Alleges Police Misconduct

Rediff.com4 days ago

A young man in Indore died after falling from a building, with his family alleging police misconduct. Police deny the allegations and are investigating the death.

Is Your Meta Glass Data Safe?

Is Your Meta Glass Data Safe?

Rediff.com3 days ago

'We take steps to filter this data to protect people's privacy and to help prevent identifying information from being reviewed.'

Six Drown in Odisha After Holi Celebrations

Six Drown in Odisha After Holi Celebrations

Rediff.com5 days ago

At least six people, including four minors, drowned in separate incidents across Odisha while bathing after celebrating Holi, police reported.

Woman Killed in Jharkhand Witchcraft Attack

Woman Killed in Jharkhand Witchcraft Attack

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A 62-year-old woman was allegedly hacked to death in Jharkhand's Gumla district over suspicion of practicing witchcraft. Police have arrested one man in connection with the murder and are searching for another.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's Amir Trolled as India Prove Him Wrong

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's Amir Trolled as India Prove Him Wrong

Rediff.com7 days ago

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir faces trolling after his prediction that India wouldn't reach the T20 World Cup semi-finals proved wrong, despite his concerns about a controversial dismissal and India's overall performance.

Mamata Banerjee to Hold Dharna Against Electoral Roll Deletions

Mamata Banerjee to Hold Dharna Against Electoral Roll Deletions

Rediff.com4 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is set to hold a dharna in Kolkata against alleged arbitrary deletions in the state's electoral rolls, marking a return to her roots as a street fighter and signalling a key political battle ahead of Assembly elections.

Pakistan backs Chinese claim of mediation during Operation Sindoor

Pakistan backs Chinese claim of mediation during Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Pakistan has backed China's claim that Beijing played a role in defusing tension with India during Operation Sindoor, calling it 'diplomacy for peace' that was part of international efforts.

Assam CM Orders Action After Eviction Notice Attack

Assam CM Orders Action After Eviction Notice Attack

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered action and the arrest of 16 people following an attack on police and officials serving eviction notices to alleged encroachers in Azara, Guwahati. Sarma asserts that all encroachers will be evicted and a permanent police camp will be established in the area.

Iran quietly approaches CIA for talks: Report

Iran quietly approaches CIA for talks: Report

Rediff.com5 days ago

It remains unclear whether United States President Donald Trump or Iranian authorities will pursue the offer.

Man Dies After Holi Clash in Delhi's Uttam Nagar

Man Dies After Holi Clash in Delhi's Uttam Nagar

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 26-year-old man died following a clash between two families in Delhi's Uttam Nagar during Holi celebrations, reportedly triggered by a water balloon incident.

HC stays arrest of Avimukteshwaranand in POCSO case, order reserved

HC stays arrest of Avimukteshwaranand in POCSO case, order reserved

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati has stated his willingness to undergo a narco analysis test to help establish the truth in the sexual abuse case registered against him under the POCSO Act. He maintains his innocence and alleges the case is an attempt to defame him.

BJP Leader Mithun Chakraborty Criticises West Bengal's Fuel Taxes and Law & Order

BJP Leader Mithun Chakraborty Criticises West Bengal's Fuel Taxes and Law & Order

Rediff.com2 days ago

BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty has criticised the West Bengal government over high fuel taxes and alleged security lapses, particularly concerning women's safety and border control.

Princess Of Wales' Tryst With Bollywood

Princess Of Wales' Tryst With Bollywood

Rediff.com3 days ago

The princess of Wales gets a taste of India.

Gulf allies livid as US 'gave no notice' of Iran strike

Gulf allies livid as US 'gave no notice' of Iran strike

Rediff.com3 days ago

The United States is facing growing discontent from its Gulf allies after several countries in the region complained that they were not given advance notice of the US-Israel strike on Iran that triggered widespread retaliatory attacks, according to media reports.

Vikki Tyagi's Son, Associate Arrested After Shootout in Muzaffarnagar

Vikki Tyagi's Son, Associate Arrested After Shootout in Muzaffarnagar

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rakshit Tyagi, son of slain gangster Vikki Tyagi, and an associate were arrested in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, following a shootout with police. Illegal arms were seized from their possession.

Kerala minister in infidelity storm after wife's explosive allegation

Kerala minister in infidelity storm after wife's explosive allegation

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Kerala Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar faces accusations of infidelity from his wife, Bindhu Menon, amidst ongoing marital issues and political tensions.

Why China's Claim On Shaksgam Valley Is Baseless

Why China's Claim On Shaksgam Valley Is Baseless

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Today's situation in the Shaksgam Valley is the consequence of what happened in Gilgit in 1947. But is India ready to militarily get back its territories? asks Claude Arpi.