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Twisha Sharma Death: Family Wants Detailed Second Autopsy

Twisha Sharma Death: Family Wants Detailed Second Autopsy

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The family of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma, who died allegedly due to dowry harassment, has requested a thorough second post-mortem examination by AIIMS Delhi, raising concerns about the initial autopsy and seeking clarity on the cause of death.

Serena Williams Set For Wimbledon Singles Comeback

Serena Williams Set For Wimbledon Singles Comeback

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

American tennis great Serena Williams has been granted a wildcard to play singles at this year's Wimbledon, marking her highly anticipated return to the tournament after a four-year absence.

Delhi Man Arrested After Fleeing 1998 Murder Conviction

Delhi Man Arrested After Fleeing 1998 Murder Conviction

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A 52-year-old man convicted of killing a rickshaw puller in 1998 was arrested by Delhi Police after failing to surrender following the dismissal of his appeal by the Delhi High Court in 2025.

India Open Super 750 Dates Shift In New BWF Calendar

India Open Super 750 Dates Shift In New BWF Calendar

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has announced its World Tour Calendar for 2027 and 2028, featuring a 35-tournament global circuit. The India Open Super 750 will see its dates shifted to February 2027 and January 2028, while the Syed Modi India International has been downgraded to a Super 100 event. The new calendar also introduces a 3x15 scoring system and extended competition windows to enhance player welfare and global reach.

India Open Super 750 Dates Shift In New BWF Calendar

India Open Super 750 Dates Shift In New BWF Calendar

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has announced its World Tour Calendar for 2027 and 2028, featuring a 35-tournament global circuit. The India Open Super 750 will see its dates shifted to February 2027 and January 2028, while the Syed Modi India International has been downgraded to a Super 100 event. The new calendar also introduces a 3x15 scoring system and extended competition windows to enhance player welfare and global reach.

No RCB Victory Parade In Bengaluru

No RCB Victory Parade In Bengaluru

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru cancelled their victory parade in Bengaluru following their IPL title win to avoid a repeat of last year's deadly stampede and due to police restrictions.

TMC crisis: After Kalyan's 'arrogance' attack, Abhishek extends olive branch

TMC crisis: After Kalyan's 'arrogance' attack, Abhishek extends olive branch

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Under attack from senior Trinamool Congress lawmaker Kalyan Banerjee amid turmoil within the party, its national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Friday struck a conciliatory note, describing the Serampore MP as an elder who has "brought him up" and therefore had every right to criticise him.

Supreme Court Orders Probe Into Attack On Woman Advocate

Supreme Court Orders Probe Into Attack On Woman Advocate

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi Police to investigate the brutal assault on a woman advocate, allegedly by her husband, and has asked for a senior officer to lead the probe. The court also addressed concerns about hospitals refusing the victim admission and directed financial assistance.

SC questions need for quota for children of well-to-do OBC families

SC questions need for quota for children of well-to-do OBC families

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The Supreme Court of India has questioned the continued provision of reservation benefits to children from economically and educationally advanced families within backward classes, highlighting concerns about social mobility and fairness.

When Raakh Reminded Me Of Horrific College Memory

When Raakh Reminded Me Of Horrific College Memory

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Ramesh is not in our class group photo. He had already vanished from school by the time it was taken. We didn't know why then. A few weeks later, we did, recalls Binu Alex.

Court Orders Trial Against Lawrence Bishnoi Under MCOCA

Court Orders Trial Against Lawrence Bishnoi Under MCOCA

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has ordered the framing of charges under MCOCA against gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and 19 others, citing a prima facie case against them. The order follows an FIR registered by the Delhi Police's special cell in March 2021 against an alleged organised crime syndicate led by Sandeep alias Kala Jathedi and his associates.

Delhi HC Denies Christian Michel's Bail in AgustaWestland Case

Delhi HC Denies Christian Michel's Bail in AgustaWestland Case

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Delhi High Court has dismissed Christian Michel James's petition for release in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam case, upholding his continued detention.

SC dismisses plea on AI171 crash probe, questions petitioner

SC dismisses plea on AI171 crash probe, questions petitioner

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition related to the preliminary investigation report on the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, questioning the petitioner's motives and agenda.

Dalit Council Seeks Rs 10 Cr Compensation In Kerala Student Death Case

Dalit Council Seeks Rs 10 Cr Compensation In Kerala Student Death Case

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Dalit organisations in Kerala are demanding compensation and a High Court-monitored probe into the death of a BDS student, alleging 'institutional murder' and caste-based harassment.

Threat email triggers terror alert across Delhi, Uttarakhand

Threat email triggers terror alert across Delhi, Uttarakhand

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

Intelligence agencies have issued a security alert for Delhi and Uttarakhand due to a possible terror threat, prompted by an email warning of attacks. Key religious sites, government establishments, and police installations are under heightened surveillance. The alert follows incidents involving Nihang Sikhs in Uttarakhand, though the email's authenticity is under investigation.

SC judge recuses from hearing Jacqueline Fernandez's PMLA case

SC judge recuses from hearing Jacqueline Fernandez's PMLA case

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Supreme Court Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra has recused himself from hearing Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez's plea against a Delhi court order framing charges in a Rs 200-crore money laundering case, citing a conflict of interest.

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.

Ram Temple trust 'open to probe' after Akhilesh flags 'missing funds'

Ram Temple trust 'open to probe' after Akhilesh flags 'missing funds'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has alleged that crores of rupees from donations made to the Ram Temple are missing, calling the situation "extremely sensitive" and "highly embarrassing." He has urged the court to take suo motu cognisance, while a member of the temple trust has suggested an inquiry if doubts persist.

Supreme Court Grants Bail in Pune Porsche Crash Case

Supreme Court Grants Bail in Pune Porsche Crash Case

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has granted bail to a doctor arrested for allegedly tampering with blood samples in the Pune Porsche crash case, where a minor is accused of killing two people.

London Court Denies Bail to Nirav Modi in PNB Fraud Case

London Court Denies Bail to Nirav Modi in PNB Fraud Case

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The High Court of Justice in London has rejected a fresh bail petition filed by diamantaire Nirav Modi, who is wanted in India in connection with the Rs 13,000 crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud case.

Kerala Government Likely To Order CBI Probe Into Naveen Babu Death

Kerala Government Likely To Order CBI Probe Into Naveen Babu Death

Rediff.com31 May 2026

The UDF government in Kerala is likely to hand over the probe into former ADM Naveen Babu's death to the CBI, with a Cabinet decision expected soon in this regard.

HC upholds 'right to be forgotten', orders de-indexing of acquittal records

HC upholds 'right to be forgotten', orders de-indexing of acquittal records

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The Delhi High Court has recognised an individual's 'right to be forgotten', ruling that search engines cannot perpetually display judicial records in name-based searches for private cases or those ending in acquittal.

'Bail is rule even in UAPA': SC criticises own Umar Khalid order

'Bail is rule even in UAPA': SC criticises own Umar Khalid order

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The Supreme Court has reaffirmed that bail is the general rule, even in cases registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), while granting bail to an accused in a narco-terror case.

Why Supreme Court granted bail to Shabir Shah in terror funding case

Why Supreme Court granted bail to Shabir Shah in terror funding case

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court of India has granted bail to Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah, who has been in jail for over eight years in a terror funding case, citing the unlikelihood of a timely trial conclusion and the curtailment of personal liberty.

Bombay HC Sets Deadline for Probe Against Doctor Over BJP Leaders Social Media Posts

Bombay HC Sets Deadline for Probe Against Doctor Over BJP Leaders Social Media Posts

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has directed the police to conclude their investigation against a UK-based doctor accused of making objectionable social media posts targeting BJP leaders, setting a three-week deadline.

Serena Williams Faces Unknown Aussie On Wimbledon Return

Serena Williams Faces Unknown Aussie On Wimbledon Return

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Tennis legend Serena Williams is set to make her highly anticipated return to Wimbledon, facing Australia's Maya Joint in the first round.

Chhattisgarh HC Sentences Amit Jogi to Life Imprisonment in Murder Case

Chhattisgarh HC Sentences Amit Jogi to Life Imprisonment in Murder Case

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Chhattisgarh High Court has sentenced Amit Jogi, son of former chief minister Ajit Jogi, to life imprisonment for the 2003 murder of NCP leader Ramavatar Jaggi, overturning a previous acquittal.

Property Ownership Hinges On Funding

Property Ownership Hinges On Funding

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Taxability in property transactions depends on the actual source of funds and beneficial ownership, not on whose name appears in the purchase agreement.

Thane Court Acquits Man in Rape Case, Cites Weak Prosecution Evidence

Thane Court Acquits Man in Rape Case, Cites Weak Prosecution Evidence

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A Thane court acquitted a 53-year-old man of rape charges, citing weak prosecution evidence and inconsistencies in the victim's testimony.

Equestrian Federation And Olympian Anush Agarwalla Clash Over Asian Games Selection Process

Equestrian Federation And Olympian Anush Agarwalla Clash Over Asian Games Selection Process

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Olympian dressage rider Anush Agarwalla and the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) ad-hoc panel are engaged in a heated dispute over the selection process for the upcoming Asian Games. Agarwalla, a gold medallist and Paris Olympics representative, alleges a lack of transparency after being named a reserve member, while the EFI defends its process as compliant with selection criteria.

Massive Mahapanchayat In Bihar Against Encounter Killing

Massive Mahapanchayat In Bihar Against Encounter Killing

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Bharat Tiwari, a self-proclaimed social worker, was shot by an STF team after he surrendered near his Bilauti village but succumbed to injuries few hours later on June 17.

Delhi Court Upholds Acquittal in Domestic Cruelty and Marital Rape Case

Delhi Court Upholds Acquittal in Domestic Cruelty and Marital Rape Case

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

A sessions court in Delhi has upheld the acquittal of a man in a domestic cruelty and marital rape case, citing vague allegations and contradictions in the complainant's statements.

Selling Property? Tax Questions Answered

Selling Property? Tax Questions Answered

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

rediffGURU Vipul Bhavsar answers readers' personal income tax queries

Supreme Court: No personal hearing needed before banks tag loan accounts as fraud

Supreme Court: No personal hearing needed before banks tag loan accounts as fraud

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has ruled that borrowers are not entitled to a personal hearing before banks classify their loan accounts as "fraud" under RBI directions, clarifying that a written response to a show-cause notice and access to the forensic audit report (with redactions) are sufficient for natural justice.

Bengal Minister Grilled In Civic Body Recruitment Scam Probe

Bengal Minister Grilled In Civic Body Recruitment Scam Probe

Rediff.com1 May 2026

West Bengal minister Sujit Bose was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate for nearly nine hours in connection with the alleged civic body recruitment scam.

Sudipta Sen, Key Accused in Saradha Ponzi Scheme, Granted Bail After 13 Years

Sudipta Sen, Key Accused in Saradha Ponzi Scheme, Granted Bail After 13 Years

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Calcutta High Court has granted conditional bail to Sudipta Sen, the main accused in the multi-crore Saradha ponzi scheme, potentially leading to his release after 13 years in jail.

Sohrabuddin Case: Key Events In The Alleged Fake Encounter

Sohrabuddin Case: Key Events In The Alleged Fake Encounter

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A detailed timeline of the Sohrabuddin Shaikh alleged fake encounter case, from the initial abduction in 2005 to the Bombay High Court's dismissal of appeals in 2026.

SC orders eviction plan for 118 govt servants encroaching on TN's Agasthyamalai

SC orders eviction plan for 118 govt servants encroaching on TN's Agasthyamalai

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the preparation and implementation of a time-bound eviction plan to address encroachments within the protected areas of the Agasthyamalai ecological landscape in Tamil Nadu, also ordering action against government servants involved.

LPG Cylinder Booking Leads to Arrest of Ex-Army Captain in Wife's Murder Case

LPG Cylinder Booking Leads to Arrest of Ex-Army Captain in Wife's Murder Case

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A former Indian Army captain, who had been on the run for four years after being convicted of his wife's murder, has been arrested after police traced him through an LPG cylinder booking.

Mumbai Court Denies Return Of BMW In Fatal Hit-And-Run Case

Mumbai Court Denies Return Of BMW In Fatal Hit-And-Run Case

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A Mumbai court rejected a plea to return a BMW involved in a fatal hit-and-run, citing potential misuse. The car, allegedly driven by Mihir Shah, son of a former Shiv Sena leader, was deemed a 'weapon' in the 2024 incident that killed a 45-year-old woman.