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Did Sonam marry Raj Kushwaha after killing Raja?

Did Sonam marry Raj Kushwaha after killing Raja?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

The brother of an Indore man murdered during his honeymoon in Meghalaya suspects his wife, the main accused, may have married her accomplice while in hiding after the crime.

Flash floods devastate Uttarkashi village; 4 killed, houses buried

Flash floods devastate Uttarkashi village; 4 killed, houses buried

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

A cloudburst in the high altitude villages of Dharali in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand led to flash floods, causing damage to houses and sweeping away structures. Several people are feared buried under debris.

Parliament logjam ends, discussion on Pahalgam next week

Parliament logjam ends, discussion on Pahalgam next week

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Opposition parties have agreed to the agenda of taking up a special discussion on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor on Monday in Lok Sabha and the next day in Rajya Sabha, brightening up the prospect of normalcy returning to Parliament after the virtual washout of first-week proceedings.

Rumour, overcrowding, narrow passage spark U'khand temple stampede

Rumour, overcrowding, narrow passage spark U'khand temple stampede

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

A large crowd of devotees came to visit the temple, which is atop the Shivalik Hills at an elevation of over 500 feet, and a rumour about an electricity current leak triggered panic among them that led to pushing and shoving.

'The Problem With Quick Fixes Is...'

'The Problem With Quick Fixes Is...'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'...they always address problems superficially, never tackling root causes.' 'Currently, the policy response will focus on immediate relief -- getting people to safety, providing facilities, clearing debris.' 'This is necessary, but once immediate relief operations end, everything returns to 'normal' without addressing underlying vulnerabilities.'

Trump signs 'One Big Beautiful Bill' into law

Trump signs 'One Big Beautiful Bill' into law

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Trump signed the bill during a military family picnic at the White House on US Independence Day. The administration had aimed to have the legislation finalised by July 4.

Life Hill Gayi Review: Groan-Worthy

Life Hill Gayi Review: Groan-Worthy

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Vinay Pathak, Divyenndu Sharma and Kusha Kapila are comfortable enough in their comic skins to play their parts with ease, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Major stampede at religious events, other gatherings in India

Major stampede at religious events, other gatherings in India

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

This is not the first time that a large number of people have died in stampedes at temples and other religious gatherings over the years in India.

Honeymoon murder: Meghalaya cops visit Sonam's maternal home, quiz kin

Honeymoon murder: Meghalaya cops visit Sonam's maternal home, quiz kin

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

The Meghalaya police team was at Sonam's house for around two hours, they said.

'Will cross that...: Jaishankar on US' 500% tariff threat for Russia ties

'Will cross that...: Jaishankar on US' 500% tariff threat for Russia ties

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

After the war erupted between Russia and Ukraine, the US and Western nations imposed sanctions on Moscow. However, India has continued to purchase Russian oil.

Sonam misled probe, withheld murder details: Raghuvanshi's brother

Sonam misled probe, withheld murder details: Raghuvanshi's brother

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

He reiterated the demand for a narco test of Sonam's entire family, alleging that her relatives and friends might also have played a role in the conspiracy to murder his brother.

No radiation leak from any nuclear facility in Pakistan: IAEA

No radiation leak from any nuclear facility in Pakistan: IAEA

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Global nuclear watchdog International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has said there was no radiation leak or release from any nuclear facility in Pakistan during the country's recent military conflict with India.

Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan Review: Turn A Blind Eye To It

Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan Review: Turn A Blind Eye To It

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

For all its preoccupation with blindness, the only people Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan deems blind is the audience to think they cannot see what poppycock unfolds, sighs Sukanya Verma.

Russian woman found living in Karnataka cave: Ex-husband wants...

Russian woman found living in Karnataka cave: Ex-husband wants...

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

An Israeli man is seeking shared custody of his two daughters after his ex-wife, a Russian woman, was found living with them in a cave in Karnataka, India. He expresses concern about their well-being and access to them if they are deported to Russia.

The Best Part About Sholay Is...

The Best Part About Sholay Is...

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'I wouldn't change a single shot even if I could, the film is just perfect even with a supposedly flawed script!' Celebrating Sholay's 50th anniversary on August 15 with a special series, where contemporary film folk analyse the cult classic.

Who's mastermind? Sonam, Kushwaha trade blame in honeymoon murder

Who's mastermind? Sonam, Kushwaha trade blame in honeymoon murder

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

On the other hand, Kushwaha, Sonam's suspected boyfriend, put the blame for orchestrating the murder on her, deputy inspector general of police DNR Marak said on Thursday.

Meghalaya murder: Accused Raj Kushwaha drove people to victim's funeral

Meghalaya murder: Accused Raj Kushwaha drove people to victim's funeral

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Meanwhile, Sonam's father Devi Singh Raghuvanshi claimed Kushwaha's name was being wrongly linked to his daughter and threatened to send a legal notice to the Meghalaya police.

When Guru Dutt Demolished His House...

When Guru Dutt Demolished His House...

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

'The pain of not having a home is bearable, but the pain of having one -- and not finding peace in it -- is far worse.'

Sonam offered Rs 20 lakh to Raja's killers: Reports

Sonam offered Rs 20 lakh to Raja's killers: Reports

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam were reported missing on May 23 and days later, the body of the newlywed groom was discovered on June 2 in a deep gorge near a waterfall in Sohra, also known as Cherrapunji, in the East Khasi Hills district.

Team India pacer set for County stint

Team India pacer set for County stint

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

India pacer Khaleel Ahmed on Saturday signed a deal with Essex to play for the remainder of the English County Championship and the entirety of the One-Day Cup.

Honeymoon murder: Man who concealed Sonam's box arrested

Honeymoon murder: Man who concealed Sonam's box arrested

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

The Meghalaya police have arrested a property dealer from Indore for allegedly concealing crucial evidence in the case of murder of local businessman Raja Raghuvanshi, an official said on Sunday.

Special Ops 2 Review: Dizzyingly Fast

Special Ops 2 Review: Dizzyingly Fast

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Special Ops 2 captures the spirit of the modern-day spy thriller and runs with it, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Tea Stall To Mt Everest: 'Dream Big, Make It Happen'

Tea Stall To Mt Everest: 'Dream Big, Make It Happen'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'Someday I will summit all peaks, but right now I want to complete my BSc.'

Kamboj shines but 2nd unofficial Test ends in draw

Kamboj shines but 2nd unofficial Test ends in draw

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Earlier, Tanush Kotian (90 not out) and Anshul Kamboj (51 not out) brought up their respective half-centuries to take India A to 417 for 7 at tea on the fourth day of their second unofficial Test in Northampton on Monday.

Honeymoon murder: Owner of flat where Sonam stayed held

Honeymoon murder: Owner of flat where Sonam stayed held

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

The Meghalaya Police on Monday arrested the owner of a flat where Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused in the murder of her husband during their honeymoon, stayed in Indore after fleeing the northeastern state following the crime last month, an officer said.

How Sonam stopped Raja from consummating their marriage

How Sonam stopped Raja from consummating their marriage

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Raja Raghuvanshi, the Indore resident killed while honeymooning in Meghalaya, was told by his wife Sonam that she would let him consummate the marriage only after making an offering at the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, investigators said on Wednesday.

Why 500,000 Indians Visited Vietnam

Why 500,000 Indians Visited Vietnam

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Stunning landscapes, natural beauty, clean beaches, cultural wealth, mouth-watering food, shopping options, safety for solo travellers, warm hospitality, easy visas, and connectivity make Vietnam a must-visit destination, discovers Ramesh Menon.

Honeymoon murder: Cops recreate crime scene with killers; SIT in Indore

Honeymoon murder: Cops recreate crime scene with killers; SIT in Indore

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Raja was hacked to death on May 23 while honeymooning in the northeastern state. His wife Sonam, her alleged boyfriend Raj and three hitmen have been arrested in connection with the murder.

Honeymoon murder: Cops recover suspected weapon from Indore drain

Honeymoon murder: Cops recover suspected weapon from Indore drain

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

The police officials got down into the drain in Palasia area along with real estate businessman Shilom James who has been arrested in the case, said an eyewitness.

Honeymoon murder: Sonam's motive may go beyond love triangle, say police

Honeymoon murder: Sonam's motive may go beyond love triangle, say police

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

All those arrested will be taken to Sohra around 12 pm on Tuesday for the reconstruction of the crime scene, the police said.

Easwaran, Rahul build India A's lead on Day 3

Easwaran, Rahul build India A's lead on Day 3

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Abhimanyu Easwaran and K L Rahul hit half-centuries to build India's A lead on Day 3 of the second unofficial Test against England Lions at County Ground, Northampton, on Sunday.

Diwali celebrated on US Capitol Hill on grand scale

Diwali celebrated on US Capitol Hill on grand scale

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

More than two dozen lawmakers and prominent Indian Americans gathered at the US Capitol for the annual Diwali celebration, highlighting the contributions of the Indian American community and the strong US-India relationship. The event, organized by the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, also featured addresses from several Congressmen and Senators who expressed support for Indian Americans and emphasized the importance of the US-India partnership.

NIA to disclose identities of Pahalgam attackers soon

NIA to disclose identities of Pahalgam attackers soon

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday said that it has gathered a substantial body of evidence regarding identities of the terrorists involved in Pahalgam terror attack.

Honeymoon murder: Meghalaya cops trace Sonam's Indore hideout

Honeymoon murder: Meghalaya cops trace Sonam's Indore hideout

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

They also recorded statements of Raghuvanshi's family members.

BCCI slammed for Bumrah blunder

BCCI slammed for Bumrah blunder

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

'Why let England know what's coming and what's not? Why not keep it under wraps and make them guess?'

Forces claim huge blow to Maoists in Chhattisgarh's 'Black Forest' op

Forces claim huge blow to Maoists in Chhattisgarh's 'Black Forest' op

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Chiefs of Central Reserve Police Force and Chhattisgarh police, GP Singh and AD Singh respectively, along with senior commanders of the two forces addressed the media in this district, about 450 km from state capital Raipur, to assert that the top armed Maoist leadership was "either eliminated or injured".

Kerala: Hundreds shifted to relief camps as rains intensify

Kerala: Hundreds shifted to relief camps as rains intensify

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Hundreds of people were shifted to relief camps from low-lying areas of Kerala as flood water entered their houses with monsoon rains gaining further strength in the state.

Days after Munir's visit, Pak air chief goes to US

Days after Munir's visit, Pak air chief goes to US

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Pakistan's Air Force Chief Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu visited the US to enhance bilateral defence cooperation, following a similar visit by the Army Chief. The visit included meetings with US military and political leaders to discuss regional security, counter-terrorism efforts, and future cooperation.

'I Don't Believe Guru Dutt's Death Was Suicide'

'I Don't Believe Guru Dutt's Death Was Suicide'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'Abrar uncle said he had started drinking from the afternoon on that fateful day. And he continued drinking till late at night.' 'Thereafter, he must have consumed some sleeping pills, as was his habit.' 'I think that combination went fatally wrong.'

Why Go To China? Nepal's Got Its Own Great Wall

Why Go To China? Nepal's Got Its Own Great Wall

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Nestled among 108 scenic hillocks, the 500 metre Mini Great Wall in Shailung, Nepal offers breathtaking views and a peaceful escape at 3,200 metres above sea level.