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Company Director Commits Suicide In Noida Society

Company Director Commits Suicide In Noida Society

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A 37-year-old man allegedly died by suicide after jumping from the 22nd floor of a residential society in Noida, police said.

J-K doctor braves snow, rides atop excavator to reach hospital

J-K doctor braves snow, rides atop excavator to reach hospital

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

A doctor in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, braved heavy snowfall and used an excavator to reach his hospital and attend to patients.

Mother And Son Among Three Killed In Ajmer Road Accident

Mother And Son Among Three Killed In Ajmer Road Accident

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Three people, including a mother and her son, died after an SUV collided with their motorcycle in the Arain area of Ajmer district, Rajasthan. Police are searching for the driver of the SUV who fled the scene after the accident.

Medical Negligence Allegations: Ayodhya Hospital Sealed After Deaths

Medical Negligence Allegations: Ayodhya Hospital Sealed After Deaths

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A private hospital in Ayodhya, India, has been sealed and is under investigation following the deaths of a woman and her newborn, allegedly due to medical negligence during childbirth.

Ex-Official Accused Of Swiss Francs Scam Granted Bail: Here's Why

Ex-Official Accused Of Swiss Francs Scam Granted Bail: Here's Why

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A Delhi court granted bail to a former accounts officer accused of swindling more than 2 lakh Swiss francs from India's Permanent Mission in Geneva to fund his crypto-gambling ventures.

The NEET Math That Encourages Cheating

The NEET Math That Encourages Cheating

Rediff.com15 May 2026

'22 students are fighting over 35,000 seats. In that situation, when someone tells a desperate parent there is a shortcut, and the shortcut costs Rs 3 to Rs 5 lakh versus Rs 1.5 crore -- the maths is seductive.'

'One Operation Sindoor Won't End Terror'

'One Operation Sindoor Won't End Terror'

Rediff.com10 May 2026

'India's security challenges are no longer confined to the Line of Control or the Line of Actual Control.'
'They also span cyber networks, economic systems, information warfare, technology ecosystems, maritime routes, and internal social cohesion.'

Three Die After Toxic Gas Leak At Pune Mushroom Farm

Three Die After Toxic Gas Leak At Pune Mushroom Farm

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Three workers died in Pune after inhaling toxic gas inside a drainage tank at a mushroom farming unit. The incident occurred when one worker entered the tank to clear a wastewater line, and two others followed when he didn't return.

Jharkhand Woman Murdered By Husband Over Dowry Demands

Jharkhand Woman Murdered By Husband Over Dowry Demands

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A 19-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death by her husband in Jharkhand's Sahibganj district over dowry demands, police said.

Woman Hacked To Death By Husband In Bundi Village

Woman Hacked To Death By Husband In Bundi Village

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A woman in Bundi district was allegedly murdered by her husband with an axe while she slept next to her daughters. Police are searching for the absconding husband, with domestic dispute cited as the likely motive.

Supreme Court Says Minor Cannot Be Forced To Carry Pregnancy

Supreme Court Says Minor Cannot Be Forced To Carry Pregnancy

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that a minor child cannot be forced to carry a pregnancy to term, urging the government to amend laws to allow rape survivors to terminate unwanted pregnancies beyond 20 weeks.

Triple Murder Accused Killed In Bulandshahr Police Encounter

Triple Murder Accused Killed In Bulandshahr Police Encounter

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

An accused in a triple murder case was killed in a shootout with police in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. The accused, who had a bounty of Rs 50,000 on his head, was wanted for the murder of three youths during a birthday party. Two police personnel were injured in the encounter.

Delhi Woman Dies After Husband's Alleged Assault

Delhi Woman Dies After Husband's Alleged Assault

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A 26-year-old woman in Delhi died after allegedly being beaten by her husband following a domestic dispute. The husband has been arrested and an investigation is underway.

NCB Officers Suspended After Custody Death Of BSF Constable

NCB Officers Suspended After Custody Death Of BSF Constable

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Two Narcotics Control Bureau officers have been suspended following the death of a Border Security Force constable in custody. The constable, arrested in connection with a narcotics case, died of cardiac arrest after experiencing chest pain while being transported from Jammu to Amritsar.

The King Cobra Case That Shocked Doctors

The King Cobra Case That Shocked Doctors

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

In a first for Assam, a man has survived a confirmed king cobra bite, thanks to rapid medical intervention despite the absence of species-specific antivenom.

'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.

Man Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances At UP Medical College

Man Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances At UP Medical College

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The body of a 35-year-old man was discovered under suspicious circumstances at Maharshi Devaraha Baba Medical College in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the incident to determine the cause of death and how the body ended up on the medical college premises.

Delhi Man Arrested For Murder After Phone Argument

Delhi Man Arrested For Murder After Phone Argument

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 25-year-old man for allegedly killing his co-worker after a dispute over using the victim's phone in the Begumpur area of south Delhi.

Jeweller Murdered In UP, Assailant Nabbed After Encounter

Jeweller Murdered In UP, Assailant Nabbed After Encounter

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A 42-year-old jeweller was shot dead in Baberu town, Uttar Pradesh, by a neighbour. The accused was arrested following a police encounter.

UP Farmer Couple End Lives Due To Debt, Family Dispute

UP Farmer Couple End Lives Due To Debt, Family Dispute

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A farmer couple in Uttar Pradesh allegedly died by suicide due to mounting debt and a family dispute over land. Santosh Kumar, 66, and his wife Radha Devi, 60, were found unconscious near Adurpur village after consuming a poisonous substance.

Food Samples Analysed In Mumbai Family Death Case

Food Samples Analysed In Mumbai Family Death Case

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Samples of food consumed by a Mumbai family of four, who died of suspected food poisoning, have been sent for chemical analysis. Police are also investigating potential stress factors and the possibility of suicide.

Behind The Crown: Miss India Winners Show Their Real Side

Behind The Crown: Miss India Winners Show Their Real Side

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Femina Miss India World 2026 Sadhvi Sail, first runner-up Rajnandini Pawar and second runner-up Sree Advaita open up about breaking stereotypes and why pageantry is more than just the crown.

16 Die In Dhar District Road Accident

16 Die In Dhar District Road Accident

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Sixteen people have died in a collision between a pick-up van and an SUV in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district. The accident occurred when the van, carrying labourers, overturned and collided with the SUV on the Indore-Ahmedabad National Highway.

Horror Rules OTT!

Horror Rules OTT!

Rediff.com1 May 2026

This week's OTT releases offer a diverse range of genres, from the controversial sequel The Kerala Story 2 and the action-packed Man on Fire to the horror-comedy Raakaasa and the political satire TN 2026, ensuring there's something for every viewer.

Police probe AI-manipulated video targeting Maharashtra Minister Narhari Zirwal

Police probe AI-manipulated video targeting Maharashtra Minister Narhari Zirwal

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Mumbai police are investigating the circulation of an AI-doctored video featuring Maharashtra Minister Narhari Zirwal, following a complaint by a transperson alleging blackmail.

'Radhe Radhe': Raghu's IPL Breakthrough After 15-Year Grind

'Radhe Radhe': Raghu's IPL Breakthrough After 15-Year Grind

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Mumbai Indians spinner Raghu Sharma's 15-year journey of struggle, faith and persistence culminates in a memorable IPL breakthrough at age 33.

IIT Kharagpur Student Death Raises Mental Health Concerns

IIT Kharagpur Student Death Raises Mental Health Concerns

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A 22-year-old M Tech student was found dead in his hostel room at IIT Kharagpur, marking the second such incident in 10 days and raising concerns about mental health support for students.

Investment Disclosure Tightens Tax Scrutiny

Investment Disclosure Tightens Tax Scrutiny

Rediff.com7 May 2026

From the financial year 2025-2026, the government has introduced a new column in the tax return form for presumptive taxpayers, requiring them to disclose their year-end investments. This requirement was not present last year.

Names mix-up leads to 'wrong' surgery at BHU, woman dies

Names mix-up leads to 'wrong' surgery at BHU, woman dies

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A 71-year-old woman died after allegedly undergoing the wrong surgical procedure at the trauma centre of Banaras Hindu University (BHU). An inquiry has been launched to investigate the claims.

Indian Police Officer Dies After Accidental Firing

Indian Police Officer Dies After Accidental Firing

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A deputy superintendent of police (DSP) in Phagwara, India, died on Tuesday after an accidental firing from his service revolver while cleaning it at his residence.

Jharkhand offers job, flat to Bihar doctor after naqab row

Jharkhand offers job, flat to Bihar doctor after naqab row

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Ansari alleged that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar tried to demean naqab and the Muslim community by removing the veil of a woman.

Potholes Blamed After Truck Kills Couple In Madhya Pradesh

Potholes Blamed After Truck Kills Couple In Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A couple died in Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, after a truck overturned onto their motorcycle, allegedly due to potholes on the Seoni-Balaghat road.

Imran Khan Appeals For Release Due To Health Issues

Imran Khan Appeals For Release Due To Health Issues

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has appealed to the Islamabad High Court for release on humanitarian grounds, citing deteriorating health and prolonged solitary confinement. The appeal was made during a hearing regarding his conviction in a corruption case.

What I Expect From A BJP Government In Bengal

What I Expect From A BJP Government In Bengal

Rediff.com6 May 2026

The BJP must respect Bengal's pluralistic ethos and with this historic mandate give the state the constructive change it truly deserves, expects Kolkata native Payal Singh Mohanka.

RG Kar victim's mother alleges heckling by TMC workers at polling booth

RG Kar victim's mother alleges heckling by TMC workers at polling booth

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

BJP's Panihati candidate Ratna Debnath faced protests by TMC workers when she visited a booth in the assembly constituency in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district where polling was underway. She also accused the ruling party activists of preventing her from leaving the booth premises, following an altercation with them over an allegation of influencing voters.

One Dead, Five Injured As Car Rams E-Rickshaw In Delhi

One Dead, Five Injured As Car Rams E-Rickshaw In Delhi

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A speeding car collided with an e-rickshaw in Delhi's Model Town, resulting in one death and injuries to five others. The driver of the car has been taken into custody, and a medical examination is being conducted.

Man Arrested for Duping Over 500 Women in Online Romance Scam

Man Arrested for Duping Over 500 Women in Online Romance Scam

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A 35-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding over 500 women across India of more than Rs 2 crore through fake social media and dating app profiles.

Abduction Accused Dies By Suicide In Police Station; Officers Suspended

Abduction Accused Dies By Suicide In Police Station; Officers Suspended

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A 28-year-old man, accused of abducting a minor girl, allegedly died by suicide inside a toilet at the Chandpa police station in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, leading to the suspension of two police officers.

Congress Alleges Political Murder After Bengal Polls

Congress Alleges Political Murder After Bengal Polls

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

The Congress party has alleged that the death of a party worker in Asansol, West Bengal, was a political murder, while police say it was the result of an altercation over car parking.

Why Supreme Court Acquitted Accused In Assam Murder Case

Why Supreme Court Acquitted Accused In Assam Murder Case

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has acquitted accused persons in a murder case, highlighting the dangers of inept or scripted investigations in criminal prosecutions.