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IPS officer's wife claims harassment led to his suicide

IPS officer's wife claims harassment led to his suicide

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The wife of a Haryana Police officer who allegedly died by suicide has claimed his death was the result of 'systematic persecution' by high-ranking officers and has filed a complaint requesting an FIR be registered.

Not open gate for appeals in 2008 Malegaon blast case acquittals, says HC

Not open gate for appeals in 2008 Malegaon blast case acquittals, says HC

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

"You (appellants) have to indicate whether they were witnesses or not. Give us details. This is not an open gate for everyone," the HC said and posted the matter for further hearing on Wednesday.

Kerala rapper arrested in rape case, likely to released on bail

Kerala rapper arrested in rape case, likely to released on bail

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Thrikkakara police formally recorded his arrest after an hour-long interrogation.

Jaipur hospital fire: Sacked official claims he warned authorities

Jaipur hospital fire: Sacked official claims he warned authorities

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Following a devastating fire at a Jaipur hospital that killed six, an official claims he warned authorities about safety issues prior to the incident, but no action was taken. Relatives allege negligence and abandonment by hospital staff during the fire.

Haryana IPS officer's suicide: Rohtak SP shunted out

Haryana IPS officer's suicide: Rohtak SP shunted out

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

The Haryana government transferred Rohtak Superintendent of Police Narendra Bijarniya after an IPS officer's suicide and allegations of caste-based discrimination.

AI crash: SC slams 'piecemeal' release of probe report

AI crash: SC slams 'piecemeal' release of probe report

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has criticized the selective publication of a preliminary report on the Air India crash, calling it 'unfortunate and irresponsible'. The court raised concerns about privacy, dignity of victims' families, and the potential for biased narratives.

How To Apply For The SBI Bank Clerk Exam

How To Apply For The SBI Bank Clerk Exam

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

The last date to submit your application for the SBI Bank Clerk Examination for Junior Associates is August 26.

SC seeks Centre's response on Wangchuk's detention

SC seeks Centre's response on Wangchuk's detention

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre and Union Territory of Ladakh regarding the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act. Wangchuk's wife filed a plea seeking his release. The court has scheduled the next hearing for October 14.

BMW crash: Accused tests -ve for alcohol, faces culpable homicide

BMW crash: Accused tests -ve for alcohol, faces culpable homicide

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Senior finance ministry official Navjot Singh, killed in a BMW crash, was cremated. The driver's alcohol test was negative, and an investigation is underway.

Alert as 3 suspicious containers wash ashore near Mumbai

Alert as 3 suspicious containers wash ashore near Mumbai

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

Authorities are treating the sightings as a serious security and environmental matter, putting coastal villages on alert and intensifying patrolling on beaches.

Delhi baba booked for sexually harassing 17 students at his institute

Delhi baba booked for sexually harassing 17 students at his institute

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Female students alleged that Saraswati used abusive language, sent obscene messages, and made unwanted physical advances.

Manipur ambush: Prime accused arrested, arms recovered

Manipur ambush: Prime accused arrested, arms recovered

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Two jawans of the Assam Rifles were killed and five others injured when a group of armed men ambushed a vehicle of the paramilitary force on September 19.

Mumbai train shooting accused to undergo mental examination

Mumbai train shooting accused to undergo mental examination

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

A Mumbai court has ordered the mental examination of Chetansinh Chaudhary, a former RPF constable accused of shooting dead his senior colleague and three passengers on a train in July 2023. The court's decision comes after prison authorities reported that Chaudhary is suffering from a mental disorder. He will be lodged in Thane jail during his medical examination at the Thane mental hospital.

Jane Street Officials To Meet Sebi Soon

Jane Street Officials To Meet Sebi Soon

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'The hearing is not adversarial but inquisitorial in nature -- it allows Sebi to examine the context, the strategy, and the intent behind the trades, particularly when algorithmic and expiry-day trading are involved.'

RPF constable shot 'bearded' man twice: Witness

RPF constable shot 'bearded' man twice: Witness

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

A witness in the July 2023 train shooting incident, where an RPF constable allegedly killed four people, testified in a Mumbai court, describing the events.

Man kills girlfriend, then witness, over affair suspicion

Man kills girlfriend, then witness, over affair suspicion

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The two women went missing on Friday, following which a police complaint was lodged, they said.

Nurse's death in Bengal sparks political clash, family alleges murder

Nurse's death in Bengal sparks political clash, family alleges murder

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The death of a 24-year-old nurse at a private nursing home in West Bengal's Hooghly district has triggered political unrest and allegations of a cover-up. Opposition parties are demanding a fair investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death, alleging foul play and potential sexual assault.

UP boy kills e-rickshaw driver while resisting sexual assault

UP boy kills e-rickshaw driver while resisting sexual assault

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

It was a textbook blind murder with scarce clues, no witnesses and no apparent motive.

Speeding Lamborghini crashes on Mumbai coastal road

Speeding Lamborghini crashes on Mumbai coastal road

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The 52-year-old driver, Atish Shah, lost control of the wheels, and as a result, the car skidded on the road and rammed into the divider, he said.

Amid quota row, OBC activist's car set on fire in Maha

Amid quota row, OBC activist's car set on fire in Maha

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The upper portion of the vehicle was damaged before locals rushed to the spot and helped douse the flames.

Baba Siddique's son criticises 'casual probe' into father's killing

Baba Siddique's son criticises 'casual probe' into father's killing

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

NCP leader Zeeshan Siddique alleges a 'casual' approach by Mumbai police in the investigation into his father, Baba Siddique's, murder. He cites procedural delays and reluctance to take decisive action.

Bihar govt to give Rs 1,000 per month to unemployed graduates

Bihar govt to give Rs 1,000 per month to unemployed graduates

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The Bihar government will provide a monthly allowance of Rs 1,000 to unemployed graduate youths for two years under the 'Mukhyamantri Nishchay Swayam Sahayta Bhatta Yojana'. This scheme has been expanded from intermediate-passed youth to include graduates.

Officials hint at 'political interests' behind Manipur ambush

Officials hint at 'political interests' behind Manipur ambush

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Security forces in Manipur have launched a major crackdown on the banned People's Liberation Army (PLA) following an ambush on an Assam Rifles convoy. Fifteen cadres have been arrested, including suspects directly involved in the attack. Investigations are underway to determine if the PLA has political patronage and if weapons looted during ethnic clashes are being used against security forces.

Driver of former IAS officer Puja Khedkar's father held in abduction case

Driver of former IAS officer Puja Khedkar's father held in abduction case

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Navi Mumbai police have arrested the driver of former IAS probationer Puja Khedkar's father in connection with a road rage incident involving the abduction of a truck helper. Other family members are still at large.

Firing outside actor Disha Patani's home, Goldy Brar claims responsibility

Firing outside actor Disha Patani's home, Goldy Brar claims responsibility

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

According to the screenshots of his message circulating online, Brar stated that the firing was a protest against the alleged comments made by Disha and her sister about two religious figures: Sant Premanand Maharaj and Aniruddhacharya.

How To Save Money Under New Tax Regime

How To Save Money Under New Tax Regime

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Most think tax-saving deductions exist only in the old regime. But the New one quietly retains 40+ ways to ease your tax load

SC Nod For Green Crackers; Sale Restricted In Delhi-NCR

SC Nod For Green Crackers; Sale Restricted In Delhi-NCR

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has allowed certified manufacturers to produce green crackers, but restricted their sale in Delhi-NCR without approval. The court has asked the Centre to review the ban on firecracker manufacturing in the region.

SC to examine if verdict on TN governor covers Kerala

SC to examine if verdict on TN governor covers Kerala

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear on May 6 the pleas of the Kerala government against the governor over the delay in approving bills passed by the state assembly. The court will consider whether the issues raised in the Kerala petition are covered by a recent judgment on a similar plea by Tamil Nadu, which set timelines for governors and the President on granting assent to bills.

'Irreparable Harm If Govt Takes Over Waqf Properties'

'Irreparable Harm If Govt Takes Over Waqf Properties'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'Only because of the absence of a dedication record in writing, how can such properties be treated as located on misappropriated government land?'

40-kg plastic waste removed from cow's stomach in Odisha

40-kg plastic waste removed from cow's stomach in Odisha

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'Stray cows, which feed on leftovers discarded in plastic bags, consume plastic materials. This led to the animals' intestines getting blocked. If left unattended for long, they will die'

'This Election Commission Has To Go!'

'This Election Commission Has To Go!'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'The current Election Commission functions more like a government department than an autonomous body.'

Govt examines need for law to regulate digital content

Govt examines need for law to regulate digital content

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

The Information and Broadcasting Ministry is examining the existing statutory provisions and the need for a new legal framework to regulate 'harmful' content amid complaints of 'obscenity and violence' being shown on digital platforms.

Lookout notice issued against Zubeen Garg's manager

Lookout notice issued against Zubeen Garg's manager

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Saturday that lookout notices have been issued against North East India Festival organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta and Zubeen Garg's manager Siddharth Sharma in the singer's death case.

BCCI AGM: Ganguly, Harbhajan in draft electoral roll

BCCI AGM: Ganguly, Harbhajan in draft electoral roll

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Sourav Ganguly and Harbhajan Singh were confirmed as the representatives of the Full Members of the BCCI.

Disha Patani home firing: Two shooters killed in encounter, 4 cops hurt

Disha Patani home firing: Two shooters killed in encounter, 4 cops hurt

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Two active members of the Rohit Godara-Goldy Brar gang, allegedly involved in firing outside Bollywood actress Disha Patani's residence in Bareilly, were shot dead in an encounter near Tronica City in Ghaziabad. The encounter was carried out in a joint operation by Delhi Police Special Cell and Special Task Forces of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana.

S L Bhyrappa: The Journey Of A Unique Storyteller

S L Bhyrappa: The Journey Of A Unique Storyteller

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

S L Bhyrappa, who passed into the ages last week, remains an enigma, with his clear and unwavering voice resonating through his writings. Standing apart from the literary trends over the course of the last fifty years, he succeeded in establishing his own style, sensibility and creative tradition, points out Shridhar C R.

Cong to hold first CWC meet in Bihar post-1947

Cong to hold first CWC meet in Bihar post-1947

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Sources said a couple of resolutions are expected to be passed at the crucial meeting, with an eye on the upcoming Bihar polls.

Missing MP lawyer found on Nepal border after 12 days, but mystery remains

Missing MP lawyer found on Nepal border after 12 days, but mystery remains

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Cops are bringing her back to Bhopal and after recording her statement, details of the entire episode will be known, he said.

Father alleges foul play in JU woman student's death

Father alleges foul play in JU woman student's death

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

The father of a deceased Jadavpur University student is filing a police complaint, alleging foul play in her death after she was found unconscious in a pond on campus.

How India Got The MiG-21 63 Years Ago

How India Got The MiG-21 63 Years Ago

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The MiG-21 episode demonstrates that procurement is always strategic.
Choices about what aircraft to acquire, who builds them, who supplies the spares, who trains the pilots and technicians are decisions with political consequences lasting for decades.