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Police Encounter Leads To Cow Smuggler's Arrest In Nuh

Police Encounter Leads To Cow Smuggler's Arrest In Nuh

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Nuh police apprehended an alleged cow smuggler, identified as Aslam, following a brief encounter on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. The accused sustained gunshot injuries and was hospitalised, while an accomplice managed to flee. Police recovered five cattle, an illegal firearm, and cartridges from the scene.

BJP plans action against rebels after Datia bypoll loss

BJP plans action against rebels after Datia bypoll loss

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

The Bharatiya Janata Party's decision to replace six-time MLA Narottam Mishra with a rookie candidate in the Datia Assembly bypoll in Madhya Pradesh led to a significant defeat, with the Congress retaining the seat. This loss is seen as a major setback for the BJP's image of discipline, with the party indicating possible disciplinary action against those who defied the central leadership's choice.

Rahul Gandhi booked over Ram temple 'chanda chori' skit at Parl

Rahul Gandhi booked over Ram temple 'chanda chori' skit at Parl

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Bharatiya Janata Party leaders and seers have filed police complaints and FIRs against Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav, and Awadhesh Prasad for a skit performed in Parliament, alleging it mocked Sanatan culture and ridiculed Indian traditions concerning Ram Temple donations.

'Need to understand chronology': RSS leader on CJP protest

'Need to understand chronology': RSS leader on CJP protest

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

RSS leader Atul Limaye has sparked controversy by alleging that foreign and political elements infiltrated the Cockroach Janata Party's NEET-UG paper leak protest at Jantar Mantar.

Tata Chemicals Q1 Profit Dips 81% to Rs 60 Crore Due to Increased Expenses

Tata Chemicals Q1 Profit Dips 81% to Rs 60 Crore Due to Increased Expenses

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Tata Chemicals reported an 81 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 60 crore for the quarter ended June, primarily attributed to higher expenses, despite an increase in total income.

Ancelotti's Brazil reboot leaves Neymar, Casemiro and Danilo out of future plans

Ancelotti's Brazil reboot leaves Neymar, Casemiro and Danilo out of future plans

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Neymar, Casemiro and Danilo will no longer be in Brazil's plans as they look to build a younger squad for the 2028 Copa America, coach Carlo Ancelotti told Brazilian broadcaster ge.

Passenger Vehicle Sales in India Soar 33% in July, Driven by Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai's Record Performance

Passenger Vehicle Sales in India Soar 33% in July, Driven by Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai's Record Performance

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Passenger vehicle dispatches in the domestic Indian market are estimated to have surged by 33 per cent to approximately 4.7 lakh units in July, with market leaders Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai reporting record sales, alongside significant growth from Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra.

Lovepreet wins weightlifting silver; Seema discus bronze

Lovepreet wins weightlifting silver; Seema discus bronze

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Heavyweight weightlifter Lovepreet Singh secured a record-breaking silver medal at the Commonwealth Games, while Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra and two other Indian javelin throwers advanced to the final, marking an eventful day for India.

Commonwealth Games 2026: India kick off campaign with bowls fixtures

Commonwealth Games 2026: India kick off campaign with bowls fixtures

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

The Glasgow Games will be held across four venues. India's campaign opens with two bowls matches before the opening ceremony later in the day.

Mbappe says World Cup exit will hurt despite record-breaking campaign

Mbappe says World Cup exit will hurt despite record-breaking campaign

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Kylian Mbappe has admitted France's failure to win the FIFA World Cup 2026 will "hurt for a while", despite finishing as the tournament's top scorer and becoming the competition's all-time leading goalscorer.

Nirmal Purja among 10 mountaineers missing in avalanche in Pakistan

Nirmal Purja among 10 mountaineers missing in avalanche in Pakistan

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Veteran Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja and nine other climbers are missing after an avalanche struck their expedition on Pakistan's Broad Peak. Rescue efforts are underway but are being hampered by adverse weather conditions, raising concerns for the safety of the renowned climber and his team.

R Ashwin Wants Bhuvneshwar Kumar in India's 2027 ODI World Cup Squad

R Ashwin Wants Bhuvneshwar Kumar in India's 2027 ODI World Cup Squad

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Ashwin wants Bhuvneshwar Kumar in India's 2027 World Cup squad, saying the veteran seamer's swing bowling could be crucial in South African conditions.

CWG 2026: Can This Sri Lankan Spoil the Neeraj-Nadeem Show?

CWG 2026: Can This Sri Lankan Spoil the Neeraj-Nadeem Show?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage has emerged as the favourite for gold in the Commonwealth Games javelin final, potentially overshadowing the much-anticipated rivalry between India's Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem. Pathirage, the world leader with a stunning 92.62m throw, has been in exceptional form this season, while Chopra and Nadeem are returning from injuries. The final also features other strong contenders, including former world and Olympic champions, promising a high-quality contest.

Indian-Origin Players In Australian Squad For MRF Academy Training

Indian-Origin Players In Australian Squad For MRF Academy Training

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Two Indian-origin players, Aryan Sharma and Jason Sangha, are part of the Australian men's development squad heading to Chennai for the MRF Pace Academy program. The squad will undergo training and play multi-day matches on spin-friendly pitches from August 1-13, aiming to provide valuable development opportunities.

Four Women Now Lead High Courts

Four Women Now Lead High Courts

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

There has never been a woman Chief Justice of India, although Justice B V Nagarathna is expected to become the first -- in 2027 if the convention of seniority is followed.

GSTN Postpones E-Way Bill Changes

GSTN Postpones E-Way Bill Changes

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

GSTN has put on hold its planned enhancements to the e-way bill system, providing businesses with crucial time to adapt to the proposed changes amid widespread industry concerns.

India's Women's Wheelchair 3x3 Basketball Team Exits Commonwealth Games

India's Women's Wheelchair 3x3 Basketball Team Exits Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

India's women's wheelchair 3x3 basketball team was eliminated from the Commonwealth Games after a narrow 6-7 loss to Nigeria. This defeat marked their third consecutive loss, placing them at the bottom of Pool B in their debut appearance at the Games.

Indian Markets Outperform Global Peers in July

Indian Markets Outperform Global Peers in July

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

The Nifty and Sensex outperformed Asian peers in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan and China.

The Kishore Kumar Song That Has Become Gen Z's Voice

The Kishore Kumar Song That Has Become Gen Z's Voice

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

How did a melancholic Kishore Kumar classic from 1964, remixed decades later, become the unlikely soundtrack to a Gen Z protest?

India Women Aim For Series Lead Against Australia

India Women Aim For Series Lead Against Australia

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The Indian women's hockey team aims to take the lead in their four-match series against Australia in Perth. After a loss and a shootout win, India looks to improve their penalty corner conversion rate and secure a victory ahead of major upcoming tournaments.

Indian Men And Women Secure Finals Berth At Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships

Indian Men And Women Secure Finals Berth At Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

India's men's and women's table tennis teams have both advanced to the finals of the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships after defeating England in their respective semifinals. The men's team secured a dominant 3-0 victory, while the women's team overcame a tougher challenge with a 3-1 win. Both teams are set to face Malaysia in the championship matches.

Can VinFast Sustain Its Blistering India Start?

Can VinFast Sustain Its Blistering India Start?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

VinFast has gone from an unknown brand to India's fifth-largest EV carmaker in just seven months, but its toughest battle is only beginning.

Bypolls: Prashant Kishor breaches BJP bastion of Bankipur, Cong wins Datia, BJP retains Manjalpur

Bypolls: Prashant Kishor breaches BJP bastion of Bankipur, Cong wins Datia, BJP retains Manjalpur

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Former poll strategist Prashant Kishor made a stunning electoral debut by winning Bihar's Bankipur assembly seat, a long-held BJP bastion. Concurrently, the Congress retained the Datia assembly seat in Madhya Pradesh, while the BJP successfully held onto the Manjalpur seat in Gujarat, showcasing mixed results for the ruling and opposition parties in these crucial by-elections.

Indian lawn bowlers secure key wins at Commonwealth Games 2026

Indian lawn bowlers secure key wins at Commonwealth Games 2026

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

India has made a confident start to their Commonwealth Games campaign in Glasgow, with Putul Sonowal stunning 2023 world champion Ryan Bester in the Men's Singles Lawn Bowls. Additionally, the Indian Women's Pairs team, comprising Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh, secured a hard-fought victory against Malta. These early wins highlight India's strong presence in the Lawn Bowls competition.

CWG 2026: India's wait for men's shot put medal continues as Toor, Gill miss podium

CWG 2026: India's wait for men's shot put medal continues as Toor, Gill miss podium

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

India's long wait for a maiden Commonwealth Games medal in men's shot put continued as Asian Games champion Tajinderpal Singh Toor and Samardeep Singh Gill finished fifth and seventh respectively in the final in Glasgow on Thursday.

Can Santhosh deliver India's next CWG athletics medal?

Can Santhosh deliver India's next CWG athletics medal?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Indian hurdler Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan is heading to the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with high confidence, following impressive performances at the Paris Olympics and Asian Athletics Championships. He attributes his success to consistent training at the Inspire Institute of Sport and is focused on delivering his best performance while representing India.

Court summons Uddhav, Shinde in 17-year-old defamation case

Court summons Uddhav, Shinde in 17-year-old defamation case

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Shiv Sena (UBT) head Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde have been directed by a Thane magistrate's court to appear in connection with a 17-year-old defamation complaint. The case, filed by late NCP leader Vasant Davkhare, relates to a controversial video screened during the 2009 Lok Sabha elections.

Indian Golfer Diksha Dagar Makes Cut At Scottish Open

Indian Golfer Diksha Dagar Makes Cut At Scottish Open

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar was the sole Indian player to make the cut at the Women's Scottish Open, finishing tied 35th after two rounds. While Pranavi Urs and Avani Prashanth missed the cut, Dagar's performance keeps her in contention and is crucial for her qualification for the AIG Women's Open. Korea's Jenny Shin leads the tournament.

Zidane takes over as France national team head coach

Zidane takes over as France national team head coach

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Former France midfielder and Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has been appointed as the new head coach of the French national football team, succeeding Didier Deschamps.

'I was in Russia': Bihar man challenges NEET protest FIR

'I was in Russia': Bihar man challenges NEET protest FIR

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

A resident of Bihar's Kishanganj district, Mohammad Sadaqat, claims he was wrongly booked for a NEET paper leak protest despite being in Russia for four months. His video has gone viral, prompting the state government to announce the withdrawal of all cases related to the protests and the release of those arrested.

Ryan ten Doeschate steps down as India assistant coach; returns KKR in new role

Ryan ten Doeschate steps down as India assistant coach; returns KKR in new role

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Former Netherlands batter Ryan ten Doeschate has been appointed as the head of cricket strategy for Kolkata Knight Riders, overseeing talent acquisition, development, and strategic direction across KKR's global teams, following the end of his tenure as assistant coach with the Indian team.

Birthday Special: Dhanush's 10 Best Films

Birthday Special: Dhanush's 10 Best Films

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

From intense gangster epics to tender slice-of-life dramas, these 10 films showcase why Dhanush remains one of Indian cinema's most versatile leading men.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty climb in early trade

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty climb in early trade

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw gains in early trade, driven by a decline in crude oil prices due to easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and strong buying interest in the IT sector.

Bargain Hunting Drives Indian Equities; Sensex Up 274 Points, Nifty Above 24,300

Bargain Hunting Drives Indian Equities; Sensex Up 274 Points, Nifty Above 24,300

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices closed higher on Thursday, with the Sensex gaining 273.55 points to 77,928.15 and the Nifty rising 66.95 points to 24,317.15, driven by bargain hunting and short-covering in IT and auto sectors.

PoK unrest: Over 30 civilians killed in brutal crackdown by Pak forces

PoK unrest: Over 30 civilians killed in brutal crackdown by Pak forces

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

A brutal crackdown by Pakistani security forces on protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) over the last two days has reportedly left more than 30 civilians dead and over 33 injured, government sources said on Wednesday.

After NEET backlash, BJP turns to Instagram to win back young voters

After NEET backlash, BJP turns to Instagram to win back young voters

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

The BJP is significantly increasing its digital engagement with young people on Instagram, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several Union ministers, in response to the NEET-UG paper leak controversy and subsequent student protests. This strategic shift aims to counter the narrative and communicate government actions on examination reforms.

Ajinkya Rahane's Top 5 Career-Defining Test knocks

Ajinkya Rahane's Top 5 Career-Defining Test knocks

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

From his iconic Melbourne centuries to Lord's heroics, revisit Ajinkya Rahane's five greatest Test knocks that shaped his remarkable India career.

P V Sindhu Suffers Gruelling Loss To Chen Yufei At China Open

P V Sindhu Suffers Gruelling Loss To Chen Yufei At China Open

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Indian badminton ace P V Sindhu was eliminated from the China Open after a tough three-game loss to local favourite and world number four Chen Yufei in the second round. Despite winning the first game, Sindhu couldn't maintain her lead, eventually losing 21-16, 20-22, 18-21 in a match lasting nearly 90 minutes.

Hardik Singh: 'Orange jersey is a team strategy, a tactic'

Hardik Singh: 'Orange jersey is a team strategy, a tactic'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Indian hockey vice-captain Hardik Singh stated that the new orange-coloured jersey for the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup is a 'team strategy' and a 'tactic' to avoid clashes with the blue Astroturf, a decision that has sparked controversy.

'Nims' Purja lived by the mountains, dies on one

'Nims' Purja lived by the mountains, dies on one

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Nirmal Purja, the Nepali-British climber famous for scaling all 14 of the world's 8,000-metre peaks in record time, has been confirmed dead after an avalanche on Broad Peak, located in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's Gilgit-Baltistan.