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Harish Rana, allowed passive euthanasia by SC, passes away after 13-year coma

Harish Rana, allowed passive euthanasia by SC, passes away after 13-year coma

Rediff.com3 days ago

Harish Rana, the first person in India to be granted passive euthanasia, has died at AIIMS-Delhi after being in a coma for over 13 years. His case led to a landmark Supreme Court judgment allowing passive euthanasia and sparked discussions about the right to die with dignity in India.

Agra Girl Found Dead: Police Investigate Tenant's Role

Agra Girl Found Dead: Police Investigate Tenant's Role

Rediff.com1 days ago

The body of an eight-year-old girl, who went missing from outside her house in Agra, was found inside a flour drum in a tenant's room. Police are searching for the absconding tenant, who is the primary suspect in the case.

Rajasthan Jeweller Killed in Robbery Attempt; Protests Erupt

Rajasthan Jeweller Killed in Robbery Attempt; Protests Erupt

Rediff.com2 days ago

A jeweller was shot dead in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, by two assailants who fled with jewellery. The incident sparked protests, with police assuring swift action.

Dhurandhar The Revenge Is Angrier, Bloodier, Messier

Dhurandhar The Revenge Is Angrier, Bloodier, Messier

Rediff.com2 days ago

Despite all the bumps along the way, the finale of Dhurandhar The Revenge lands perfectly, giving the protagonist and the story a sense of closure. In the current landscape of stretching the narrative for blockbuster appeal, Aditya Dhar wisely opts for a proper ending. And that deserves respect, applauds Mayur Sanap.

Agra: 8-yr-old missing girl found dead inside flour container

Agra: 8-yr-old missing girl found dead inside flour container

Rediff.com1 days ago

An eight-year-old girl, missing since March 24th, was found dead inside a flour container in a rented room in Agra. Police are searching for the tenant, who is the primary suspect.

Kanpur Teenager Murders Classmate Over Rs 500 Debt at Wedding Venue

Kanpur Teenager Murders Classmate Over Rs 500 Debt at Wedding Venue

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 16-year-old boy in Kanpur, India, allegedly stabbed his 15-year-old classmate to death at a wedding venue over an unpaid debt of Rs 500.

Doctor's Suicide in Dehradun Sparks Harassment Allegations

Doctor's Suicide in Dehradun Sparks Harassment Allegations

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 25-year-old postgraduate medical student was found dead in her car in Dehradun, with her family alleging mental harassment by a department head. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

UP boy gives away family jewellery worth lakhs to buy momos

UP boy gives away family jewellery worth lakhs to buy momos

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

A Class 7 student in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly traded family jewellery worth approximately Rs 85 lakh for momos. Police have arrested two suspects and are searching for the third.

'Vijay Is Not Accessible Even To His Parents'

'Vijay Is Not Accessible Even To His Parents'

Rediff.com15 hours ago

'He is not accessible even to his family, his wife or his mother or his father. No one.' 'He has created a barrier so that nobody can go and talk to him.' 'This kind of a mentality is a big question mark in politics.'

YouTuber Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Snake Venom Case Quashed

YouTuber Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Snake Venom Case Quashed

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

YouTuber Elvish Yadav expresses relief and questions accountability after the Supreme Court quashes the FIR against him in the snake venom case, highlighting the impact of media coverage and the harassment faced by his family.

Speeding Tanker Kills Three Funeral Attendees in Kanpur, Sparking Protest

Speeding Tanker Kills Three Funeral Attendees in Kanpur, Sparking Protest

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Three men were killed in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, when a speeding milk tanker struck their motorcycle while they were on their way to attend a funeral. The incident sparked protests and traffic disruption.

BJP Demands CBI Investigation into Punjab Official's Suicide, Alleges Government Cover-Up

BJP Demands CBI Investigation into Punjab Official's Suicide, Alleges Government Cover-Up

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Punjab BJP delegation has requested a CBI investigation into the suicide of a Punjab State Warehousing Corporation official, alleging harassment and a cover-up by the state government.

Actress Claims Director Abused Her, Fears for Her Life

Actress Claims Director Abused Her, Fears for Her Life

Rediff.com3 days ago

A young Indian actress has publicly accused a film director of abuse and claims she and her husband are receiving death threats. She is seeking protection from the central and state governments.

Salim Khan's 1st Appearance On Eid After Hospital Stay

Salim Khan's 1st Appearance On Eid After Hospital Stay

Rediff.com4 days ago

Salim Khan, after a recent hospital stay, delighted fans by making a public appearance alongside son Salman Khan to celebrate Eid.

Court Acquits Haryana Police in 2016 Gangster Encounter Case

Court Acquits Haryana Police in 2016 Gangster Encounter Case

Rediff.com9 hours ago

A Mumbai court has acquitted five Haryana police personnel and two others who were accused of staging a fake encounter that resulted in the death of gangster Sandeep Gadoli in 2016.

Vet killed by hippo during treatment at Shivamogga zoo

Vet killed by hippo during treatment at Shivamogga zoo

Rediff.com7 days ago

A veterinarian at the Tavarekoppa Lion and Safari Zoo in Shivamogga, India, died after being attacked by a hippopotamus while providing medical care.

Ashok Kharat: Maharashtra 'Godman' In The Midst Of A Sex Scandal

Ashok Kharat: Maharashtra 'Godman' In The Midst Of A Sex Scandal

Rediff.com2 days ago

Self-styled 'godman' and numerologist Ashok Kharat has been arrested in Nashik on charges of sexual assault and black magic, setting off a political storm. How did he manage to operate undetected for so long?

Jharkhand Mother Accused of Strangling Daughter, Initially Claimed Abduction

Jharkhand Mother Accused of Strangling Daughter, Initially Claimed Abduction

Rediff.com3 days ago

A four-year-old girl was allegedly strangled to death by her mother in Jharkhand's Seraikela-Kharswan district. The mother has been arrested and remanded to judicial custody after the father filed a complaint. The woman initially claimed her daughter was abducted, but police investigation revealed the truth.

Kanpur Tragedy: Father and Son Die After Inhaling Toxic Fumes in Septic Tank

Kanpur Tragedy: Father and Son Die After Inhaling Toxic Fumes in Septic Tank

Rediff.com2 days ago

A father and son died in Kanpur after inhaling toxic gases while cleaning a septic tank. A third man survived after raising the alarm.

West Delhi Home Burgled, Valuables Worth Lakhs Stolen

West Delhi Home Burgled, Valuables Worth Lakhs Stolen

Rediff.com2 days ago

A house in Delhi's Hari Nagar was burgled while the occupants were at a temple, with gold, silver, and cash worth lakhs stolen. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the suspects.

Tragedy in Greater Noida: Five-Year-Old Dies After Falling into Pit

Tragedy in Greater Noida: Five-Year-Old Dies After Falling into Pit

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A five-year-old boy drowned in a water-filled pit near his home in Greater Noida. The child, Devraj, was playing near his house when the tragic incident occurred.

Teenager Arrested After Double Stabbing in Bengaluru Over Alleged Affair

Teenager Arrested After Double Stabbing in Bengaluru Over Alleged Affair

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 36-year-old woman and her brother were allegedly stabbed to death by a minor boy in Bengaluru following a quarrel over an alleged illicit relationship.

Supreme Court Dismisses Snake Venom Case Against Elvish Yadav

Supreme Court Dismisses Snake Venom Case Against Elvish Yadav

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has quashed the FIR against Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. Yadav expresses relief and questions who will compensate for the harassment he and his family faced.

Unborn child over 5 months a 'person', eligible for compensation: HC

Unborn child over 5 months a 'person', eligible for compensation: HC

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that an unborn child of more than five months' gestation is considered a 'person' under the law, entitling the family to separate compensation in the event of its death in an accident.

Five Dead, Including Three Children, Found in Kochi Home

Five Dead, Including Three Children, Found in Kochi Home

Rediff.com6 days ago

Five individuals, including three children, were discovered dead in a rented house in Kochi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths, suspecting a possible suicide.

Karbi Anglong: 600 Families Affected By Eviction

Karbi Anglong: 600 Families Affected By Eviction

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

'We have nothing left -- no land, no house. We have lived here for 40 years and have nowhere to go. We will put up temporary sheds and stay here unless the government provides some arrangement.'

Chiraiya Review: Thought-Provoking Yet Inconsistent

Chiraiya Review: Thought-Provoking Yet Inconsistent

Rediff.com7 days ago

Chiraiya could have been a powerful, hard-hitting series but it ends up feeling scattered and emotionally uneven, observes Divya Nair.

Juveniles Held in Delhi Teen Stabbing: Bullying Motive Suspected

Juveniles Held in Delhi Teen Stabbing: Bullying Motive Suspected

Rediff.com1 days ago

Three juveniles have been apprehended in Delhi for the murder of a 16-year-old boy, who was stabbed to death near his home in Dayalpur. Police investigations suggest the attack was motivated by alleged bullying by the victim.

Passengers Drugged on Saryu Express Train in Uttar Pradesh

Passengers Drugged on Saryu Express Train in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com3 days ago

Three passengers, including an elderly couple, were allegedly drugged on the Saryu Express train in Uttar Pradesh. They were travelling from Prayagraj to Ayodhya when the incident occurred. The victims were hospitalised and are receiving treatment.

Tendulkar, Pathan, send Eid wishes to fans

Tendulkar, Pathan, send Eid wishes to fans

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sachin Tendulkar, Irfan Pathan and other sports stars extend Eid-ul-Fitr greetings on social media, wishing peace and prosperity.

Women Lawyers Face Steep Career Barriers

Women Lawyers Face Steep Career Barriers

Rediff.com1 days ago

Nearly two-thirds (63.7 per cent) said they had, at some stage, found the profession discouraging.

Thane Man Arrested Following Molestation Allegations

Thane Man Arrested Following Molestation Allegations

Rediff.com15 hours ago

A 28-year-old man from Thane district has been arrested for allegedly molesting girls after community members reported multiple incidents to the police.

Indian Court Annuls Marriage of Woman Married at Age 12

Indian Court Annuls Marriage of Woman Married at Age 12

Rediff.com5 days ago

A woman in Jodhpur, India, successfully annulled her marriage, which was solemnised when she was 12 years old, after a court battle, highlighting the ongoing issue of child marriage and the importance of legal intervention.

Jodhpur Woman Annuls Child Marriage, Resumes Education After Court Victory

Jodhpur Woman Annuls Child Marriage, Resumes Education After Court Victory

Rediff.com5 days ago

A woman in Jodhpur, India, successfully annulled her child marriage through a court battle, highlighting the ongoing issue of child marriage and the importance of legal intervention and social support.

Suryakumar Yadav on T20 Captaincy Success: 'Achieving What I Couldn't in Academics'

Suryakumar Yadav on T20 Captaincy Success: 'Achieving What I Couldn't in Academics'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Suryakumar Yadav reflects on his successful stint as T20 captain, joking about achieving an 80% win rate, a feat he couldn't manage in academics. He acknowledges his family's support for his cricketing ambitions despite his lack of interest in studies.

BJP Slams Rahul Gandhi's Response to Uttam Nagar Killing as 'Vote Bank Politics'

BJP Slams Rahul Gandhi's Response to Uttam Nagar Killing as 'Vote Bank Politics'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The BJP has criticised Rahul Gandhi for his delayed response to the killing of a 26-year-old man in Uttam Nagar, Delhi, accusing him of hypocrisy and pandering to vote bank politics. BJP leaders allege Gandhi is attempting to whitewash the incident and protect the perpetrators.

'Mother waited for him': Groom-to-be among 2 killed in Delhi bus crash

'Mother waited for him': Groom-to-be among 2 killed in Delhi bus crash

Rediff.com2 days ago

A late-night bus accident in Delhi, allegedly caused by reckless driving, resulted in two fatalities and numerous injuries, raising concerns about road safety and driver negligence.

Muzaffarnagar Couple Found Dead in Apparent Suicide Pact

Muzaffarnagar Couple Found Dead in Apparent Suicide Pact

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 26-year-old man and a minor girl, who had gone missing in Muzaffarnagar district, allegedly committed suicide by consuming poison in a hotel room in Saharanpur. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding their deaths.

Councillor's Son Arrested in Goa for Allegedly Exploiting Minor Girls

Councillor's Son Arrested in Goa for Allegedly Exploiting Minor Girls

Rediff.com4 days ago

The son of a councillor in Goa has been arrested for allegedly shooting and circulating obscene videos of local minor girls, sparking protests and an ongoing police investigation.

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli Laughs Off London Flight Rumours

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli Laughs Off London Flight Rumours

Rediff.com5 days ago

Virat Kohli used laughing emojis to dismiss rumours about chartered flights during IPL 2026, addressing claims of frequent London trips with a light-hearted Instagram response.