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SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide copies of charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and addressing concerns about the progress of investigations and victim support.

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide copies of charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and addressing concerns over investigation progress and victim support.

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and covering travel expenses for court appearances in Guwahati.

'Better to focus on...': India to Mamdani on Umar Khalid note

'Better to focus on...': India to Mamdani on Umar Khalid note

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

India has expressed its disapproval of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani writing a note to jailed activist Umar Khalid, emphasizing the importance of respecting the independence of the judiciary in other democracies.

Arundhati Roy Withdraws From Berlinale

Arundhati Roy Withdraws From Berlinale

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Arundhati Roy has withdrawn from the Berlin International Film Festival, as she was 'shocked and disgusted' by the comments of the jury members regarding their stance on Gaza.

AI to Reshape IT Services Sector, Says Report

AI to Reshape IT Services Sector, Says Report

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

A Jefferies report warns that the IT services sector is set for a structural shift due to AI, requiring talent and operating model overhauls and increasing cyclicality.

Supreme Court Clears Assam's Encroachment Drive

Supreme Court Clears Assam's Encroachment Drive

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The ruling comes against the backdrop of an intensified anti-encroachment campaign launched by the Assam government since May 2021.

'We Can't Trust The Manipur Government'

'We Can't Trust The Manipur Government'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

'Whether we like it or not, we have been separated by the Meiteis and therefore we have put up our demand for a separate administration in the form of a Union territory with legislature.' 'For us lasting peace is the achievement of our demand.'

Middle East Crisis: The New Fog of War

Middle East Crisis: The New Fog of War

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

When everyone has footage and no one can verify it, the loudest voice wins, notes Prem Panicker who begins a daily blog on the War in the Middle East.

Demolitions Double in 7 Years; Rehab Remains Scarce

Demolitions Double in 7 Years; Rehab Remains Scarce

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

In 2023, Delhi accounted for the highest share of evictions at 53 per cent, followed by Gujarat at 30 per cent and Assam at 4 per cent.

20 Arijit Singh Chartbusters For Your Playlist

20 Arijit Singh Chartbusters For Your Playlist

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

When one of the most adored voices of India decided to hang up his boots as far as playback singing is concerned, fans and fraternity went in a tizzy. Sukanya Verma tells you why.

Murshidabad returns to normal, displaced families come back

Murshidabad returns to normal, displaced families come back

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The state police said the situation in Murshidabad is gradually returning to normal, with shops reopening and displaced families starting to come back.

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Assam publishes final voters list, drops over 2.43 lakh names

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Election Commission of India has published the final voters list for Assam after a Special Revision, deleting over 2.43 lakh names from the draft roll. The final roll comprises nearly 2.49 crore voters, a decrease of 0.97 per cent from the draft roll.

New govt in Manipur likely soon, BJP appoints observer

New govt in Manipur likely soon, BJP appoints observer

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The Bharatiya Janata Party Parliamentary Board on Monday appointed party national general secretary Tarun Chugh as the central observer for the election of the legislature party leader in Manipur, indicating the possible formation of a popular government in the Northeastern state.

Manipur violence: SC seeks CBI status report in 2 weeks

Manipur violence: SC seeks CBI status report in 2 weeks

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI to submit a status report on the FIRs related to the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence and is considering having the Manipur or Gauhati High Courts monitor the trials.

ICC ODI Rankings: Kohli dethrones Rohit to become No 1

ICC ODI Rankings: Kohli dethrones Rohit to become No 1

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli has reclaimed the top spot in the ICC ODI batting rankings for the first time in five years.

At No 4, VinFast Racing Towards Podium Finish in India EV Market

At No 4, VinFast Racing Towards Podium Finish in India EV Market

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Six months after its India debut, the Vietnamese automaker has overtaken established players such as Hyundai Motor, BMW, Kia, and Chinese EV major BYD.

Khemchand Singh to be new Manipur CM, Kuki MLA named his deputy

Khemchand Singh to be new Manipur CM, Kuki MLA named his deputy

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Y Khemchand Singh has been elected as the leader of the BJP legislature party in Manipur, setting the stage for a new government in the state. The election took place at a BJP legislature party meeting, with endorsement from NDA constituents expected.

Bajaj Auto logs best quarterly earnings in Q3

Bajaj Auto logs best quarterly earnings in Q3

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Two-wheeler (2W) major Bajaj Auto on Friday posted its highest ever quarterly revenue and profit during the third quarter of 2025-26 (Q3FY26). Bajaj Auto's consolidated net profit for the quarter grew by 25 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to Rs 2,749 crore, with the revenue also growing 23 per cent to Rs 16,204 crore.

PM pressured to hand over people's data as part of US deal, alleges Rahul

PM pressured to hand over people's data as part of US deal, alleges Rahul

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Rahul Gandhi claims the Indo-US trade deal will compromise the data security of 1.5 billion Indians, alleging Prime Minister Modi is surrendering India's data resources to the US. He warns of potential job losses in the IT sector due to AI and the importance of controlling India's data pool.

'Govt In Manipur Before Feb 12'

'Govt In Manipur Before Feb 12'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

'President's Rule has already been extended twice and one cannot keep the assembly in suspension for much longer.'

Protest over Sangai festival in Manipur turns violent

Protest over Sangai festival in Manipur turns violent

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

The clash happened at Khurai Lamlong when security forces intercepted demonstrators, including several displaced persons, who were marching towards the venue of the festival, an official said.

Daryl Mitchell nudges No 1 Virat Kohli off his perch

Daryl Mitchell nudges No 1 Virat Kohli off his perch

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Mitchell, who was instrumental in New Zealand's historic ODI series win over India on January 18, is the new World No 1 batter in ODIs.

'I Won't Be Part of Manipur Govt': Kuki-Zo MLA

'I Won't Be Part of Manipur Govt': Kuki-Zo MLA

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

'Let's hope all other Kuki-Zo MLAs are also on the same page. But I will not be a part of this government unless our demands are met.'

The Dilemma Of A Missing Workforce For Climate Action

The Dilemma Of A Missing Workforce For Climate Action

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

This was perhaps a missed opportunity for India to spotlight a core domestic challenge: The scale of workforce preparation required for a young, populous, rapidly growing country seeking to reach net zero, points out Radha Roy Biswas.

2025 Marks India's Arrival As A Great Power

2025 Marks India's Arrival As A Great Power

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

In a world fractured by uncertainty, India stands out for its policy consistency, paired with sustained ambition, points out Pritam Banerjee.

'The Soldiers Ordered Us To Be Strip-Searched'

'The Soldiers Ordered Us To Be Strip-Searched'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

'...including my baby sisters, age three and one.' 'My dad was humiliated, and he started screaming at them.'

'AI poses highest risk to white-collar jobs'

'AI poses highest risk to white-collar jobs'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is placing professionals who rely on cognitive skills at the highest risk of job replacement, a fundamental change from previous technological shifts, MeitY Secretary S Krishnan said on Thursday.

Switch To LNG May Save India $1 Bn

Switch To LNG May Save India $1 Bn

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

India could save $1 billion in crude oil imports annually if the country switches 10 per cent of its diesel usage in the transport sector to liquefied natural gas.

'Miya Vs Indigenous' Politics Reshaping Assam Poll

'Miya Vs Indigenous' Politics Reshaping Assam Poll

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

'Once demographic fear becomes campaign language, it legitimises social targeting.'

Assam Intensifies Eviction Drives

Assam Intensifies Eviction Drives

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

'Losing a house is a terrible feeling... We were not given enough time to shift our belongings.'

At $4.18 tn, India overtakes Japan as 4th largest economy, says govt

At $4.18 tn, India overtakes Japan as 4th largest economy, says govt

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

India's real GDP grew 8.2 percent in the second quarter of 2025-26, up from 7.8 percent in the first quarter and 7.4 percent in the fourth quarter of the last fiscal.

Air India Express pilot arrested for hitting passenger; gets bail

Air India Express pilot arrested for hitting passenger; gets bail

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Delhi Police arrest an off-duty Air India Express pilot accused of assaulting a passenger at Indira Gandhi International Airport.

Bengaluru demolition: Rights panel flags lack of alternative housing

Bengaluru demolition: Rights panel flags lack of alternative housing

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

The Karnataka State Human Rights Commission (KSHRC) is investigating the demolition of 'illegal houses' in Bengaluru, focusing on whether proper alternative arrangements were made for residents. The probe was initiated after allegations of human rights violations arose following the demolition of houses in Kogilu.

'Next 48 hours crucial': 10 dead, hundreds displaced as rain lash Maha

'Next 48 hours crucial': 10 dead, hundreds displaced as rain lash Maha

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Heavy rains in Maharashtra have caused floods, road blockages, and widespread damage, resulting in casualties and displacement. The state government is monitoring the situation and coordinating rescue efforts.

Chhattisgarh woman cop's clothes torn, 2 protesters held

Chhattisgarh woman cop's clothes torn, 2 protesters held

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

A woman constable was assaulted and had her clothes torn during an anti-mining protest in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district. Two men have been arrested in connection with the incident.

In a first, UN chief issues New Year message in Hindi

In a first, UN chief issues New Year message in Hindi

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued his New Year's message for 2026 in Hindi, among other languages, urging world leaders to prioritize development over destruction. He highlighted the staggering scale of human suffering and the disproportionate global military spending.

EC tells SC it has power to conduct SIR of electoral rolls

EC tells SC it has power to conduct SIR of electoral rolls

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The Election Commission (EC) defended its power to revise electoral rolls and ensure no foreigners are registered as voters before the Supreme Court. The EC argued it has a constitutional duty to maintain the purity of electoral rolls and exclude those not eligible to vote.

Why Jitesh is suddenly ahead of Samson for T20 WC

Why Jitesh is suddenly ahead of Samson for T20 WC

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

If starting with Jitesh Sharma in the last three T20s in Australia felt like an experiment, his selection over fellow wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson in the series opener against South Africa provided ample clarity over team management's thought process going in to the World Cup at home.

SC denies bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam; releases 5 others

SC denies bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam; releases 5 others

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court has refused to grant bail to activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy matter, citing a prima facie case against them under the UAPA. However, bail was granted to other activists in the same case.