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Delhi Sees Rise In Crimes Against Foreigners: NCRB Data

Delhi Sees Rise In Crimes Against Foreigners: NCRB Data

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Delhi recorded the highest number of crimes against foreigners in India in 2024, according to the latest NCRB data. The city reported 64 cases, a rise from 63 in the previous year, and accounted for almost the entire share of crimes against foreigners reported in union territories.

WFI Issues Notice To Vinesh Phogat Over Indiscipline

WFI Issues Notice To Vinesh Phogat Over Indiscipline

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has issued a show-cause notice to Vinesh Phogat, citing indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations, rendering her ineligible for domestic competitions until June 26, 2026.

SBI's Q4 Profit Jumps 6% to Rs 19,684 Crore as Bad Loans Decline

SBI's Q4 Profit Jumps 6% to Rs 19,684 Crore as Bad Loans Decline

Rediff.com8 May 2026

State Bank of India (SBI) reported a 6 per cent increase in standalone net profit to Rs 19,684 crore for the fourth quarter ended March 2026, driven by a significant decline in bad loans.

Markets to Track West Asia Situation, Crude Oil Prices This Week

Markets to Track West Asia Situation, Crude Oil Prices This Week

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian stock markets are expected to remain highly sensitive to geopolitical developments, particularly the US-Iran situation, and crude oil prices this week, with analysts also highlighting the influence of the rupee-dollar trend, foreign investor activity, and upcoming inflation data.

Stock Markets Plunge as West Asia Tensions, High Oil Price Fuel Sell-Off

Stock Markets Plunge as West Asia Tensions, High Oil Price Fuel Sell-Off

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian equity benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, tumbled nearly 2 per cent for the fourth consecutive session, driven by elevated crude oil prices, escalating US-Iran tensions, unabated foreign fund outflows, and a depreciating rupee.

Stock Markets Plunge as West Asia Tensions, High Oil Price Fuel Sell-Off

Stock Markets Plunge as West Asia Tensions, High Oil Price Fuel Sell-Off

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian equity benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, tumbled nearly 2 per cent for the fourth consecutive session, driven by elevated crude oil prices, escalating US-Iran tensions, unabated foreign fund outflows, and a depreciating rupee.

Should You Fall In Developers' Flexible Payments Trap?

Should You Fall In Developers' Flexible Payments Trap?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Deferred payment plans may come with a cost, which may not be immediately visible.

Unincorporated Sector Drives Job Growth, Digital Divide Persists

Unincorporated Sector Drives Job Growth, Digital Divide Persists

Rediff.com7 May 2026

India's unincorporated non-agricultural sector, excluding construction and corporate enterprises, added approximately 7.5 million workers in a single year, reaching 128.1 million employed in 2025, according to the NSO's ASUSE 2025 report.

How To Plan Urban Greenery For Cooling Effect

How To Plan Urban Greenery For Cooling Effect

Rediff.com5 days ago

An analysis of 138 Indian cities reveals that urban greening should consider humidity and airflow for effective cooling, emphasising climate-responsive strategies over one-size-fits-all approaches.

ED Arrests Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora In Money Laundering Case

ED Arrests Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Punjab Industries Minister Sanjeev Arora in connection with a money laundering case involving alleged fake GST purchases and round-tripping of funds. Raids were conducted at multiple locations, and Arora was taken into custody under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). This follows previous actions against Arora and other politically connected individuals in Punjab.

Heatwave sweeps North India, UP on alert; relief in J-K, Himachal

Heatwave sweeps North India, UP on alert; relief in J-K, Himachal

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Many places across northern states including Delhi recorded above-normal temperatures crossing 40 degrees Celsius, while the India Meteorological Department warned of heatwave conditions in parts of Uttar Pradesh in the coming days. Jammu and Kashmir saw a dip in temperatures with fresh snowfall in the higher reaches and rainfall in the plains.

TVK's Prabhakar unanimously elected Tamil Nadu assembly speaker

TVK's Prabhakar unanimously elected Tamil Nadu assembly speaker

Rediff.com5 days ago

JCD Prabhakar of the TVK party has been unanimously elected as the Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Assembly. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay emphasised the Assembly's role in transforming public expectations into effective policies and laws.

AI Adoption in India: Concentrated in Top Cities, But Potential Spreads

AI Adoption in India: Concentrated in Top Cities, But Potential Spreads

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

OpenAI reports India is a leading AI market with strengths in coding, data analysis, and reasoning, but adoption is heavily concentrated in top cities, highlighting a significant regional disparity.

Equity Mutual Fund Inflows See 5% Drop in April, SIP Contributions Also Decline

Equity Mutual Fund Inflows See 5% Drop in April, SIP Contributions Also Decline

Rediff.com6 days ago

Equity-oriented mutual fund schemes in India experienced a 5 per cent decline in net inflows in April, reaching Rs 38,440 crore, while monthly Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) contributions also saw a decrease.

NEET-UG 2026 exam cancelled over paper leak; CBI to probe

NEET-UG 2026 exam cancelled over paper leak; CBI to probe

Rediff.com5 days ago

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 exam, which was conducted on May 3, following allegations of irregularities. A CBI inquiry has been ordered, and a re-examination will be scheduled.

Amit Shah Praises Operation Sindoor's Success

Amit Shah Praises Operation Sindoor's Success

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed Operation Sindoor as a landmark mission, commemorating its first anniversary and underscoring India's military strength and resolve against cross-border terrorism.

10 Famous Maa Temples

10 Famous Maa Temples

Rediff.com6 days ago

We journey to 10 famous Maa temples, each devoted to a different form of Devi or the female force...

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli's Century Fires RCB To Victory Against KKR

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli's Century Fires RCB To Victory Against KKR

Rediff.com4 days ago

Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten century to fire Royal Challengers Bengaluru to an emphatic six-wicket victory against Kolkata Knight Riders.

Mamata Banerjee Shares Poem 'Brave' After Election Loss

Mamata Banerjee Shares Poem 'Brave' After Election Loss

Rediff.com5 days ago

Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee shared a poem titled 'Brave' after her party's defeat in the West Bengal Assembly polls. The poem invokes courage, dignity, and inner strength, serving as a message to the TMC cadre.

UPI payment at toll plaza emerges as key lead in Suvendu aide murder probe

UPI payment at toll plaza emerges as key lead in Suvendu aide murder probe

Rediff.com7 days ago

Investigators probing the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari, have found a key lead in the form of a UPI transaction made at a toll plaza in Howrah.

IPL 2026's Ruthless Lesson: Complacency Is Fatal

IPL 2026's Ruthless Lesson: Complacency Is Fatal

Rediff.com6 days ago

Every team circles its opponent like a hawk, waiting to expose the slightest weakness.

Maharashtra Minister Accuses AIMIM Leader Over Shelter To Accused

Maharashtra Minister Accuses AIMIM Leader Over Shelter To Accused

Rediff.com5 days ago

Maharashtra minister Sanjay Shirsat has accused AIMIM corporator Matin Patel of double standards for allegedly harbouring Nida Khan, who is accused in a Nashik TCS sexual harassment and forced conversion case.

Were The West Bengal Elections Fair?

Were The West Bengal Elections Fair?

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The extent of doubts over the fairness of this election can be assessed by juxtaposing two figures: Total votes polled by the two principal parties and the number of people who were disallowed from voting this time, observes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

WFI Blocks Vinesh Phogat's Wrestling Comeback

WFI Blocks Vinesh Phogat's Wrestling Comeback

Rediff.com6 days ago

Vinesh Phogat's attempt to compete in the National Open Ranking tournament was rejected by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), leading to a confrontation where she alleged a 'pre-planned conspiracy' to prevent her return to wrestling.

'Our 8-Month-Old Daughter Has Not Started Crawling'

'Our 8-Month-Old Daughter Has Not Started Crawling'

Rediff.com6 days ago

rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna, a pediatrician with 25 years of experience, answers health-related questions from parents and helps you make informed decisions for your child.

India Targets 2027 for Formula 1 Grand Prix Comeback

India Targets 2027 for Formula 1 Grand Prix Comeback

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is advocating for a Formula 1 race in India by 2027, with potential interest from multiple companies to operate the Buddh International Circuit.

Buzz over AIADMK, DMK joining hands to stop Vijay

Buzz over AIADMK, DMK joining hands to stop Vijay

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Political circles in Tamil Nadu are rife with speculation about a potential alliance between rivals DMK and AIADMK to prevent the TVK from forming a government. This comes after the Congress party joined forces with TVK, further complicating the political landscape.

Vijay wins floor test with 144 votes; DMK walks out, AIADMK divided

Vijay wins floor test with 144 votes; DMK walks out, AIADMK divided

Rediff.com4 days ago

Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay-led TVK government successfully won the trust vote in the Tamil Nadu assembly, securing 144 votes in favour, with support from the Congress, VCK, and an AIADMK rebel faction.

NEET-UG 2006 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

NEET-UG 2006 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

Rediff.com4 days ago

Rather than thinking it as an unfortunate event, experts urge students to see it as 'another opportunity to improve your score. Focus on improving in your weak chapters/units.'

NEET-UG 2026 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

NEET-UG 2026 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

Rediff.com4 days ago

Rather than thinking it as an unfortunate event, experts urge students to see it as 'another opportunity to improve your score. Focus on improving in your weak chapters/units.'

Mother's Day: 10 Simple Rules To Live By

Mother's Day: 10 Simple Rules To Live By

Rediff.com7 days ago

This Mother's Day, Aditi Govitrikar, actor, supermodel, wellness expert and India's first Mrs World encourages all women to prioritise themselves and embrace self-care without guilt.

Gambhir's 'my way or highway' style under fire

Gambhir's 'my way or highway' style under fire

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Former India cricketer Atul Wassan has criticised Gautam Gambhir's aggressive leadership style, suggesting it may be overbearing and create tension within the India cricket team.

Cong claims Rahul's reel with Vijay 'blocked', govt responds

Cong claims Rahul's reel with Vijay 'blocked', govt responds

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Congress party has alleged that Instagram blocked a post by Rahul Gandhi featuring actor-politician Vijay due to government interference, a claim denied by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya wears his battle scars with pride

IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya wears his battle scars with pride

Rediff.com6 days ago

Krunal flaunted his battle wounds on Monday, a dafter after his valiant effort that pushed RCB to the top of the table while knocking the five-time champions out of the playoff race.

Indian Sports Officials Warned Against Treating Events As Holidays

Indian Sports Officials Warned Against Treating Events As Holidays

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Indian sports administrators have been warned against treating multi-sport events as 'paid holidays'. The ministry has also reiterated the need for videography of selection trials for transparency.

Are You Ready For Shekhar Suman 2.0?

Are You Ready For Shekhar Suman 2.0?

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Shekhar Tonite will critique the government, but it will not hit out. The show will nudge and point out what can be done better to bring change.'

AIADMK divided on backing Vijay; some MLAs want EPS to step down

AIADMK divided on backing Vijay; some MLAs want EPS to step down

Rediff.com6 days ago

The AIADMK is grappling with a deepening internal rift as factions vie for leadership, threatening the party's stability and future in Tamil Nadu politics.

Hampton Sky Realty Claims Innocence After Director's Arrest

Hampton Sky Realty Claims Innocence After Director's Arrest

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Hampton Sky Realty Limited, formerly directed by Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, has issued a statement asserting its innocence and cooperation with authorities following the arrest of Arora in connection with a money laundering probe.

Instagram Tightens Teen Content Controls in India

Instagram Tightens Teen Content Controls in India

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

The updated content settings will mean that teenagers in India will be able to view only content similar to what they would likely see in an age-appropriate movie.

NCRB Includes Animal Cruelty Cases In Crime Database

NCRB Includes Animal Cruelty Cases In Crime Database

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has included cases of crime and cruelty against animals in its annual 'Crime in India 2024' database, recording 9,039 cases under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act across the country.