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Pakistan Security Forces Face Mounting Terror Attacks

Pakistan Security Forces Face Mounting Terror Attacks

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Multiple terror attacks in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province during Ramazan have resulted in the deaths of security personnel, while security forces in Balochistan have killed several rebels in response.

Varanasi: 14 sent to custody for holding iftar on a boat in Ganga

Varanasi: 14 sent to custody for holding iftar on a boat in Ganga

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A Varanasi court has remanded 14 people to judicial custody after they allegedly held an Iftar party and consumed chicken biryani on a boat in the Ganga river, sparking outrage and accusations of hurting religious sentiments.

Rani Mukerji's Mardaani 3, Shahid Kapoor's O'Romeo Arrive on OTT

Rani Mukerji's Mardaani 3, Shahid Kapoor's O'Romeo Arrive on OTT

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Rani's cop, Shahid's crook and a whole lot of sinister threats raid OTT this week.

HP CM Sukhu Promises No Mercy for Police in Drug Trade

HP CM Sukhu Promises No Mercy for Police in Drug Trade

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has vowed to take strict action against any police personnel found involved in the drug trade, addressing concerns raised by the opposition regarding the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.

Tadka Series Review: Cringe Fest!

Tadka Series Review: Cringe Fest!

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

The quality of the series of JioHotstar's new microcontent platform, Tadka, is deplorable. When so much superior content is being created with the help of AI, Tadka shows are taking the content back to the tacky early days of television, both in the plots and subpar production values, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Must Watch Movies And Shows On OTT

Must Watch Movies And Shows On OTT

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Discover the latest OTT releases, streaming between February 23 and March 1.

Shirtless protest: Cops 'detain' cops in post-arrest drama

Shirtless protest: Cops 'detain' cops in post-arrest drama

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

A tense standoff erupted between Himachal Pradesh Police and Delhi Police following the arrest of Youth Congress activists involved in the protest at the AI Summit, escalating into allegations of kidnapping and obstruction of justice.

10 Iranian Films You Should Watch On OTT

10 Iranian Films You Should Watch On OTT

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Will these brilliant Iranian filmmakers reflect the turmoil in their country?

Five Convicted, 35 Acquitted in 2016 Una Dalit Flogging Case

Five Convicted, 35 Acquitted in 2016 Una Dalit Flogging Case

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A special court in Veraval, Gujarat, has convicted five individuals and acquitted 35 others in the 2016 Una flogging case, where four Dalit men were thrashed for skinning a cow carcass, sparking nationwide protests.

The Bigg Boss Actress Whose Son Was Kidnapped

The Bigg Boss Actress Whose Son Was Kidnapped

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Salman Khan was moved to tears on the latest episode of Bigg Boss 19.

Gujarat Court Jails Five in 2016 Dalit Flogging Case

Gujarat Court Jails Five in 2016 Dalit Flogging Case

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A special court in Gujarat has sentenced five individuals to five years in prison for the 2016 Una flogging case, where four Dalit men were thrashed for skinning a cow carcass.

8 Indians Arrested In California For Kidnapping

8 Indians Arrested In California For Kidnapping

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Eight gang members of Indian origin were arrested for kidnapping related incidents across San Joaquin county in California. In a major multi-agency operation, law enforcement officials executed five simultaneous search warrants across San Joaquin County and arrested these men. The operation resulted in the arrest of eight individuals: Dilpreet Singh, Arshpreet Singh, Amritpal Singh, Pavittar Singh, Gurtaj Singh, Manpreet Randhawa, Sarabjit Singh, and an individual identified only as Vishal. "All suspects were booked into the San Joaquin County Jail on a range of serious felony charges," said San Joaquin County Sherriff's office.

High Court Refuses to Suspend Sentence of Kathua Rape-Murder Mastermind

High Court Refuses to Suspend Sentence of Kathua Rape-Murder Mastermind

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed a plea from Sanji Ram, the mastermind behind the 2018 rape and murder of an eight-year-old in Kathua, refusing to suspend his life sentence.

'Women Are Far More Dangerous And Cruel'

'Women Are Far More Dangerous And Cruel'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

'Women in crime can turn on and off emotions like a tap.' 'Something that comes in the way of their goals can be eliminated without a second thought.'

3 Indians Feared Kidnapped In Iran

3 Indians Feared Kidnapped In Iran

Rediff.com28 May 2025

While the embassy did not release the names of the missing Indians, media reports cited their names as Hushanpreet Singh (from Sangrur district), Amritpal Singh (from Hoshiarpur district) and Jaspal Singh (from Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district).

When live-in relationships fail, rape FIRs are lodged: HC

When live-in relationships fail, rape FIRs are lodged: HC

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

According to the prosecution, the appellant enticed away the informant's minor daughter on the pretext of marriage, took her to Bangalore and established a physical relationship.

Inside Parineeti Chopra's Beautiful Nursery For Baby Neer

Inside Parineeti Chopra's Beautiful Nursery For Baby Neer

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Parineeti Chopra offers a peek into the nursery she and Raghav Chadha have lovingly designed for their son, Neer.

Oscar Fever Kickstarts On OTT This Week

Oscar Fever Kickstarts On OTT This Week

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The Oscar fever kickstarts with this week's OTT menu. Take your pick from Sukanya Verma's eclectic menu.

'Nationwide network?' SC asks Centre to probe missing children cases

'Nationwide network?' SC asks Centre to probe missing children cases

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the central government to investigate the possibility of a nationwide network or state-specific groups involved in the increasing number of missing children cases across India.

Masked men try to abduct 18 Congress corporators from bus in Maha

Masked men try to abduct 18 Congress corporators from bus in Maha

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

However, the timely arrival of party supporters and police intervention brought the situation under control, informed a senior Corporator who was traveling in the bus.

'Child needs mother's care': Court grants bail in kidnapping case

'Child needs mother's care': Court grants bail in kidnapping case

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

A Mumbai court granted bail to a woman arrested for kidnapping in 2013, emphasizing the importance of a child's access to their natural guardian. The court considered the accused's daughter, who has been in a children's home since her mother's arrest, and the lack of progress in the trial.

Manipur gang-rape survivor dies after 2 yrs of trauma

Manipur gang-rape survivor dies after 2 yrs of trauma

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Kuki organizations are demanding justice after a Kuki woman from Manipur died from an illness allegedly linked to the trauma she suffered after being gang-raped in 2023. They allege government inaction and demand an independent probe.

Heading home after a year, Bihar labourer falls to death in Delhi manhole

Heading home after a year, Bihar labourer falls to death in Delhi manhole

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

His death leaves behind an elderly mother, his wife and three children all under the age of five.

Maha: Two newly elected Uddhav Sena corporators go missing in Kalyan

Maha: Two newly elected Uddhav Sena corporators go missing in Kalyan

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Shiv Sena (UBT) in Kalyan files a police complaint after two newly-elected corporators go missing following the Kalyan Dombivali civic polls. The party suspects foul play and seeks a thorough investigation.

Man kills 6-yr-old daughter to contest panchayat polls

Man kills 6-yr-old daughter to contest panchayat polls

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

A man from Maharashtra, aspiring to contest local body elections, allegedly killed his six-year-old daughter by throwing her into a canal in Telangana to circumvent rules regarding the number of children allowed for candidates.

Video shows female BLA fighter in clash with Pakistani forces

Video shows female BLA fighter in clash with Pakistani forces

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has released videos and images highlighting the involvement of female fighters in its ongoing campaign in Balochistan.

Raj: Class 12 girl student gang-raped inside moving car in Rajasthan

Raj: Class 12 girl student gang-raped inside moving car in Rajasthan

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

The accused allegedly drove around for several hours, threatening and raping the girl turn by turn inside the moving vehicle, they said in the complaint.

Kuldeep Sengar denied relief in Unnao rape survivor's father's death case

Kuldeep Sengar denied relief in Unnao rape survivor's father's death case

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

The judge observed that although Sengar had suffered a long incarceration, relief could not be given on grounds of delay, as it was partly because he filed multiple applications in his appeal against his conviction.

The Day Indrani Mukerjea Was Missed

The Day Indrani Mukerjea Was Missed

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

'On August 22, 2015, Shyamvar Rai disclosed to you that he had committed the murder of Sheena Bora along with Rahul Mukerjea.' How would Indrani have reacted to this?

Why Bha Bha Ba Scene Is So Controversial

Why Bha Bha Ba Scene Is So Controversial

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Malayalam movie star Dileep's latest film Bha Bha Ba has sparked controversy after a scene was widely criticised for appearing to reference a real-life criminal case linked to the actor. The sequence has drawn strong reactions online, with many viewers calling it insensitive and questioning the ethical responsibility of the filmmakers.

'His phone rang all night, but police didn't act': Delhi biker's kin

'His phone rang all night, but police didn't act': Delhi biker's kin

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The family of a 25-year-old man who died after falling into a pit in Delhi alleges negligence by authorities, claiming their pleas for help were ignored during a desperate overnight search.

Delcy Rodriguez Takes Charge Of Venezuela

Delcy Rodriguez Takes Charge Of Venezuela

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez has shared images on social media of her attending emergency meetings with a large group of officials.

Month after 3 senior citizens disappear from Delhi, HC steps in

Month after 3 senior citizens disappear from Delhi, HC steps in

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

A Division Bench of the Delhi high court, comprising Justice Vivek Chaudhary and Justice Manoj Jain, issued the direction on a petition moved by Ondrilla Dasgupta. The court has scheduled a further hearing on January 13, 2026.

China, Russia, Iran back Delcy Rodriguez as she takes charge of Venezuela

China, Russia, Iran back Delcy Rodriguez as she takes charge of Venezuela

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Delcy Rodriguez has officially taken office as Venezuela's acting president, just hours after Nicolas Maduro was captured by the United States, the CNN reported.

MP bizman's son kidnapped while waiting for school bus

MP bizman's son kidnapped while waiting for school bus

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

A six-year-old boy was kidnapped in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, after two men on a motorcycle threw chilli powder into his mother's eyes. The incident occurred in the Morar area while the mother was waiting for her son's school bus. Police have announced a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of the accused and the rescue of the boy.

Where You Can Watch 2026 Oscar Nominees

Where You Can Watch 2026 Oscar Nominees

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

You can watch some of the Oscar nominated films on OTT.

UP man fakes kidnapping for cash, dad pays for bail

UP man fakes kidnapping for cash, dad pays for bail

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

A 28-year-old man was arrested in Pune, Maharashtra for faking his own abduction to extort money from his father. Pradeep Chauhan sent a message to his father claiming he had been kidnapped and then switched off his phone. His father, Rama Shankar Chauhan, reported the matter to the police, who traced Pradeep's location to Pune. Pradeep admitted to faking the kidnapping and was arrested. He was granted bail after his father pleaded for his release.

Teen abducted, raped in Kanpur; cop's role under lens

Teen abducted, raped in Kanpur; cop's role under lens

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

A local journalist has been taken into custody and a police constable's role is also under investigation in connection with the alleged abduction and gang rape of a 14-year-old girl in Kanpur's Sachendi area, officials said on Wednesday amid allegations of police apathy by the victim's family.

'Kaal for us': Unnao rape survivor on suspension of Sengar's jail term

'Kaal for us': Unnao rape survivor on suspension of Sengar's jail term

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Sengar, however, will remain in jail since he is also serving 10 years' imprisonment in the custodial death case of the victim's father and has not been granted bail in that case.

OTT Films: 2025's Top 10 Female Performances

OTT Films: 2025's Top 10 Female Performances

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Talented actresses are still struggling to get challenging parts, but the advantage of OTT is that age or star status are not insurmountable hurdles.