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Protests erupt across Bengal over SIR 'harassment'

Protests erupt across Bengal over SIR 'harassment'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Protests erupted across several districts of West Bengal over alleged harassment of people in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, leading to road blockages and tyre burning. Demonstrations were held in South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas, Jhargram, and Purba Medinipur.

Revealed: CM Nitish poorer than ministers, assets put at Rs 1.65 cr

Revealed: CM Nitish poorer than ministers, assets put at Rs 1.65 cr

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's assets have increased slightly to Rs 1.65 crore, while several ministers are wealthier, according to the latest asset disclosure.

Kohli's 54th ODI ton in vain as NZ seal series 2-1

Kohli's 54th ODI ton in vain as NZ seal series 2-1

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Kohli's 124 in vain as New Zealand beat India by 41 runs in 3rd ODI to clinch series 2-1

Ahan Takes Over From Dad Suniel Shetty In Border 2

Ahan Takes Over From Dad Suniel Shetty In Border 2

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'When my character died in Border, I felt a strange sense of pride. But today, I sometimes feel that if my character had survived, perhaps I would have been a part of Border 2.'

HC quashes tax notices to Prannoy Roy, wife; imposes cost on I-T department

HC quashes tax notices to Prannoy Roy, wife; imposes cost on I-T department

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

The Delhi High Court quashed income tax notices issued to NDTV founders Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy, citing arbitrary proceedings and ordering the department to pay costs.

10 soldiers killed as Army vehicle plunges into 200-ft gorge in JK

10 soldiers killed as Army vehicle plunges into 200-ft gorge in JK

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

The bullet-proof Army vehicle, carrying a total of 17 personnel, was heading towards a high altitude post when its driver lost control and the vehicle plunged into a 200-foot-deep gorge.

Karisma-Kangana Give Us A Peek Into 2016

Karisma-Kangana Give Us A Peek Into 2016

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Film folk have been rewinding time and posting memories from 2016 on social media. That was certainly an interesting year, going by the many milestones these celebs are posting.

Why Is Nitish Reddy Sitting Out?

Why Is Nitish Reddy Sitting Out?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Aakash Chopra has questioned the India team management's handling of allrounder Nitish Kumar Reddy.

The former India opener asked if the selectors and team management are on the same page about how, or even when, Nitish should be used.

HIL: Kalinga Lancers edge Ranchi Royals to enter final

HIL: Kalinga Lancers edge Ranchi Royals to enter final

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers booked their spot in the final of the Men's Hockey India League with a 2-1 win against Ranchi Royals at the Kalinga Stadium, in Bhubaneswar, on Friday.

A Long-Term Portfolio Should Include...

A Long-Term Portfolio Should Include...

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'...a mix of asset classes.' 'Include equities for growth (across market caps), debt for stability and liquidity, gold as a hedge against macro and currency risk, and global assets for geographical and economic diversification.'

T20 WC: Ticket site crashes amid huge demand for India-Pak game

T20 WC: Ticket site crashes amid huge demand for India-Pak game

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Ticketing site crashes as sale opens for India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash

India's unbeaten home run on the line in NZ showdown

India's unbeaten home run on the line in NZ showdown

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

India's absolute dominance at home will come under examination when they meet a determined New Zealand in the decisive third ODI at the high-scoring Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday, with the three-match series locked at 1-1.

What Were Kareena-Malaika Doing In 2016?

What Were Kareena-Malaika Doing In 2016?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Alia Bhatt to Kareena Kapoor, Ananya Panday to Malaika Arora, have jumped on the viral Instagram trend, sharing nostalgic throwback pictures from 2016.

Man who tamed 19 bulls and won TN's Jallikattu

Man who tamed 19 bulls and won TN's Jallikattu

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Tamil Nadu's Jallikattu season draws to a close but not before acts of daredevilry by humans and animals.

Nitish Kumar's Education Reforms: Top Grades Then Slide

Nitish Kumar's Education Reforms: Top Grades Then Slide

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The story of Bihar's educational reform is a lesson for all reforms done halfway.

Maoist with Rs 2 cr bounty among 16 killed in Jharkhand

Maoist with Rs 2 cr bounty among 16 killed in Jharkhand

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Sixteen Maoists, including top leader Anal, were killed in a gunfight with security forces in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district on Thursday, Union home minister Amit Shah said.

Gavaskar explains where India lost the ODI series

Gavaskar explains where India lost the ODI series

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'India never began well, and that's one of the main reasons they weren't able to chase these big scores,'

WPL 2026: Can Gujarat Giants stop RCB's winning run?

WPL 2026: Can Gujarat Giants stop RCB's winning run?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will look to extend their winning run when they face Gujarat Giants in the WPL 2026 match in Vadodara on Monday.

Greater Noida: Several fall ill after drinking tap water

Greater Noida: Several fall ill after drinking tap water

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Several residents of Greater Noida's Delta 1 Sector fell ill after allegedly consuming contaminated drinking water, prompting health concerns and complaints of sewage mixing with the supply line, officials and residents said.

2026: Movies Coming Up For Release

2026: Movies Coming Up For Release

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Featuring Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Varun Dhawan, Emraan Hashmi...

Akshay, Rani Team Up For First Time

Akshay, Rani Team Up For First Time

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Rani and Akshay are coming together for the first time in Director Amit Rai's OMG 3.

BMC election: Colaba ward sees dismal 20.88% voter turnout

BMC election: Colaba ward sees dismal 20.88% voter turnout

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

The civic ward was unable to manage even half of Mumbai's overall voter turnout of 52.94 per cent, which means only 9,614 residents of the total 46,036 exercised their franchise.

Karur stampede: CBI grills TVK chief Vijay for 6 hrs; no fresh summons

Karur stampede: CBI grills TVK chief Vijay for 6 hrs; no fresh summons

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

TVK chief Vijay was questioned by the CBI for six hours in connection with the Karur stampede case. The investigation is ongoing, with the CBI gathering evidence and analyzing statements to determine responsibility.

SC observations on ED raids a 'serious indictment' of Mamata: BJP

SC observations on ED raids a 'serious indictment' of Mamata: BJP

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

The BJP has criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee following Supreme Court observations regarding obstructions during ED raids at I-PAC premises, alleging abuse of power and shielding of those accused of corruption.

Facial recognition tech, drones to guard R-Day celebrations in Delhi

Facial recognition tech, drones to guard R-Day celebrations in Delhi

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

According to the police, the entire Kartavya Path area has been placed under constant electronic surveillance through an extensive network of CCTV cameras integrated with advanced facial recognition system (FRS) technology.

Protests erupt over demolition at Varanasi's Manikarnika Ghat

Protests erupt over demolition at Varanasi's Manikarnika Ghat

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

A demolition drive at the Manikarnika Ghat was met with protests from locals, who alleged that the city's heritage was being destroyed in the name of redevelopment, a charge rejected by the district administration.

Cash row: SC junks Justice Varma's plea against parliamentary probe

Cash row: SC junks Justice Varma's plea against parliamentary probe

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

The remarks were made by the bench which refused to agree with the submission made on behalf of Justice Varma that the deputy chairman of Rajya Sabha had no power to reject a motion and, under the Judges (Inquiry) Act of 1968, only the Speaker and the chairman have the power to accept or reject a motion against a judge.

When Will RoKo Return To Action?

When Will RoKo Return To Action?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are expected to return to international duties in June when India host Afghanistan for a three-match ODI series.

If help had reached...: Delivery agent who tried to rescue drowning techie

If help had reached...: Delivery agent who tried to rescue drowning techie

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Police, however, rejected allegations of negligence. Additional Commissioner of Police (Law and Order) Rajeev Narayan Mishra said police and fire department teams made efforts to save the youth and deployed a crane, ladder, makeshift boat and searchlights, but visibility was near zero due to fog.

About 50% turnout in Maha civic polls; 41% polling in BMC

About 50% turnout in Maha civic polls; 41% polling in BMC

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

A BMC spokesperson said the average voter turnout stood at 29.96 per cent till 1.30 pm in the metropolis, which has more than 1 crore eligible electors.

SC calls ED obstruction claim against Mamata serious; stays FIR

SC calls ED obstruction claim against Mamata serious; stays FIR

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court has expressed serious concern over the Enforcement Directorate's allegations of obstruction by the West Bengal government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during raids related to a coal-pilferage scam. The court intends to examine the matter and has also taken note of the commotion at the Calcutta High Court during hearings related to the case.

Rupee sees worst single-day fall in 2 months on importer dollar demand

Rupee sees worst single-day fall in 2 months on importer dollar demand

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

The rupee witnessed its worst single-day decline in around two months since November 21, 2025, due to demand for dollars among importers, said dealers. The maturing short positions in the non-deliverable forwards market further weighed on the local currency.

88 hurt as loco trains collide inside U'khand hydel tunnel; probe ordered

88 hurt as loco trains collide inside U'khand hydel tunnel; probe ordered

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

A loco train carrying workers for tunnel excavation during the night shift was about two kilometres inside the tunnel when another loco train coming from the opposite direction lost control and collided with it.

Pressure on Suryakumar ahead of NZ T20 series

Pressure on Suryakumar ahead of NZ T20 series

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Skipper Suryakumar Yadav would want the attacking batter in him to front up and bolster his leadership against New Zealand when the five-match T20I series gets underway in Nagpur on Wednesday, serving as a final dress rehearsal for India's World Cup title defence in less than three weeks' time.

Aamir Khan Casts His Vote

Aamir Khan Casts His Vote

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Film stars arrived at polling booths in Mumbai to cast their votes in the ongoing Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. The elections are seen as crucial for major cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Nashik, and Pimpri-Chinchwad.

Realty moves to the core of conglomerates' biz strategy

Realty moves to the core of conglomerates' biz strategy

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

India's leading conglomerates are stepping up investments in real estate, recasting what was once a peripheral activity into a core growth driver. Supported by strong balance sheets, established brands and access to long-term capital, major business houses including Aditya Birla, Tata, Godrej, L&T, Raymond, Wadia, Shapoorji Pallonji, Mahindra and Adani are positioning realty as a strategic pillar within their diversified portfolios.

Rishabh Pant ruled out, Jurel gets India ODI call

Rishabh Pant ruled out, Jurel gets India ODI call

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Dhruv Jurel on Sunday replaced an injured Rishabh Pant in India's ODI squad for the three-match series against New Zealand in Vadodara.

Vijay Hazare Semis: All eyes on Padikkal vs Vidarbha

Vijay Hazare Semis: All eyes on Padikkal vs Vidarbha

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Devdutt Padikkal, who appears to have found a magic bat of sorts and is scoring runs at will, will hold the key to Karnataka's chances as they take on Vidarbha in the first semifinal of the Vijay Hazare Trophy in Bengaluru on Thursday.

Punjab: Couple kills friend, cuts body into six pieces and stuffs in drum

Punjab: Couple kills friend, cuts body into six pieces and stuffs in drum

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Investigation into the dismembered body of a 35-year-old man found in Ludhiana reveals the victim may have been injected with a substance before being killed. Police are investigating a money dispute as a possible motive.

Two-wheeler Industry hits speed bump over ABS mandate

Two-wheeler Industry hits speed bump over ABS mandate

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

India's two-wheeler industry is seen growing 6-9% in 2026, though a proposed ABS mandate for sub-125cc models could push up prices and temper volumes.