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Auto Driver Murder: Gurugram Police Arrest Two Over Contract Dispute

Auto Driver Murder: Gurugram Police Arrest Two Over Contract Dispute

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Gurugram police have arrested two individuals, Mukesh Mandal and Ganesh Kumar, in connection with the murder of auto-rickshaw driver Arvind. The motive appears to be a dispute over a transport contract and alleged abusive language, leading Mukesh to hold a grudge against Arvind. The victim's body was found on Saturday, and the arrests were made on Monday.

Ranji Trophy: Star power meets fresh ambition as new season gets under way

Ranji Trophy: Star power meets fresh ambition as new season gets under way

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

The Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season is set to begin on Sunday, featuring several prominent India cricketers like KL Rahul, Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Their participation aims to provide valuable red-ball practice and fine-tune skills, while also offering a platform for players like Mohammed Shami to impress selectors. The tournament will also highlight emerging young talents from various states.

Chita Andolan Should Shake Us All Up

Chita Andolan Should Shake Us All Up

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Adivasi communities stage symbolic funeral pyre protests against the Ken-Betwa River Link Project in Madhya Pradesh.

SC halts execution in 2024 Madhya Pradesh child sexual assault and murder case

SC halts execution in 2024 Madhya Pradesh child sexual assault and murder case

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court of India has stayed the execution of a man convicted of sexually assaulting and murdering a five-year-old girl in Madhya Pradesh in 2024, pending further investigation and review of the case.

Why MP Fuel Pumps Will Stop Accepting High-Value UPI Payments

Why MP Fuel Pumps Will Stop Accepting High-Value UPI Payments

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Fuel pump dealers in Madhya Pradesh plan to stop accepting UPI payments exceeding Rs 2,000 for petrol and diesel from October 16, citing concerns over the proposed Merchant Discount Rate (MDR). The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has urged the government to reconsider the MDR imposition, warning it could hinder digital payment adoption and impact traders' profits.

Major Drug Bust: NCB Intercepts Myanmar-Origin Methamphetamine In Guwahati

Major Drug Bust: NCB Intercepts Myanmar-Origin Methamphetamine In Guwahati

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 43 crore in Guwahati, arresting two individuals from Manipur. The consignment, originating from Myanmar, was found hidden in specially fabricated cavities in fuel tanks of two trucks. The NCB is investigating to dismantle the trafficking network and has also apprehended six other persons in separate NDPS cases.

Police Make Key Arrest, Recover Firearms In Tiger Shroff Case

Police Make Key Arrest, Recover Firearms In Tiger Shroff Case

Rediff.com24 Oct 2026

Mumbai Police have arrested a 22-year-old man in Indore and recovered two firearms from Surat in connection with the shooting incident targeting Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's car. The total number of arrests in the case has now reached 11, with police also revealing that assailants received real-time updates on the investigation via news channels.

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A retired 70-year-old IAS officer, Rakesh Agarwal, was found dead with his throat slit at his Bhopal residence. Police suspect his househelp, Varun, who joined two days prior and is now missing. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has assured strict action, while the Congress party has criticised the state's law and order situation following the incident.

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A retired 70-year-old IAS officer, Rakesh Agarwal, was found dead with his throat slit at his Bhopal residence. Police suspect his househelp, Varun, who joined two days prior and is now missing. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has assured strict action, while the Congress party has criticised the state's law and order situation following the incident.

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Househelp Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Brutal Murder

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A retired 70-year-old IAS officer, Rakesh Agarwal, was found dead with his throat slit at his Bhopal residence. Police suspect his househelp, Varun, who joined two days prior and is now missing. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has assured strict action, while the Congress party has criticised the state's law and order situation following the incident.

Why L Murugan Quit The Modi Ministry

Why L Murugan Quit The Modi Ministry

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Murugan's resignation comes amid speculation over an impending ministerial reshuffle.

Sunil Gavaskar Launches Book On Former BCCI Secretary Sanjay Jagdale

Sunil Gavaskar Launches Book On Former BCCI Secretary Sanjay Jagdale

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Sunil Gavaskar launched "Sanjay Jagdale: Rag-Rag Mein Cricket," a book detailing the life and contributions of former BCCI secretary Sanjay Jagdale. Gavaskar praised Jagdale's dedication to cricket, highlighting his roles as player, coach, and administrator, and expressed hope that the book would inspire young cricketers.

Mob Attacks Gujarat Police Vehicle in Madhya Pradesh Over Liquor Smuggling Probe

Mob Attacks Gujarat Police Vehicle in Madhya Pradesh Over Liquor Smuggling Probe

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A mob in Alirajpur, Madhya Pradesh, attacked a Gujarat police vehicle investigating a liquor smuggling case, fueled by local anger over a youth's death in Gujarat.

Lokayukta Police Unearth Rs 29.73 Crore Assets From Head Constable

Lokayukta Police Unearth Rs 29.73 Crore Assets From Head Constable

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Lokayukta Police in Indore raided a head constable and his associates, uncovering properties worth approximately Rs 29.73 crore. The head constable, Firoz Khan, is accused of using his position to acquire disproportionate assets, significantly exceeding his legitimate income over 24 years of service. The investigation has identified 33 immovable properties, vehicles, bank accounts, and links to private companies.

Poor, Young, Disposable: How Bishnoi Gang Recruits

Poor, Young, Disposable: How Bishnoi Gang Recruits

Rediff.com4 days ago

'The shooters have no idea who hired them, who their target is until the last moment and have little idea of being used as utility and disposable items.'

Police Arrest Five In Dewas For Sham Marriage Fraud

Police Arrest Five In Dewas For Sham Marriage Fraud

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Dewas Police in Madhya Pradesh have arrested five members of a gang, including three women, for allegedly defrauding men seeking brides through sham marriages. The gang would arrange weddings, collect money, and then the 'bride' would flee. Preliminary investigations indicate at least four families were defrauded, with one victim losing Rs 1.50 lakh.

16th Hockey India Senior Men Nationals Begins In Jhansi

16th Hockey India Senior Men Nationals Begins In Jhansi

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship is set to commence in Jhansi from Saturday, featuring 29 teams across three divisions. The tournament will run until October 21, with Punjab as the defending champions. The article details the pool compositions for Division 'A', 'B', and 'C', along with the knockout stage schedule.

4th coal mine near MP's tiger corridor gets green nod

4th coal mine near MP's tiger corridor gets green nod

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

The Union environment ministry's expert panel has approved a fourth underground coal mining project in Madhya Pradesh's Umaria district, close to the vital Bandhavgarh-Achanakmar tiger corridor. These clearances, granted since July, raise concerns about biodiversity and tiger movement, despite conditions for wildlife conservation plans and compensatory afforestation. The projects involve significant forest land diversion and pose risks like land subsidence and habitat disturbance for Schedule-I species.

'Murugan Was Told To Quit'

'Murugan Was Told To Quit'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2026

'Murugan did not come back voluntarily. He was asked to leave. He had a lucky run as a minister.'

President Murmu appoints new Governors for 6 states; Arlekar new TN Guv

President Murmu appoints new Governors for 6 states; Arlekar new TN Guv

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

President Droupadi Murmu has announced a major gubernatorial reshuffle, appointing new governors for Tamil Nadu, Keralam, Sikkim, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, and Odisha. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar moves from Keralam to Tamil Nadu, while Om Prakash Mathur becomes the new Keralam Governor. Dushyant Gautam, Sudha Yadav, Dhal Singh Bisen, and Braj Mohan Ram are among the new appointees, bringing diverse political experience to their roles.

Key Arrests In Lucknow Cafe Owner Shiva Sharma Death Case

Key Arrests In Lucknow Cafe Owner Shiva Sharma Death Case

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Model Shraddha Dubey, her driver Danish, and sister Rashmi Dubey have been arrested in Nagpur in connection with the death of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma. Sharma's family alleges he was assaulted and tortured before his death, leading to a murder investigation. Dubey denies involvement, claiming Sharma jumped due to debt.

EC orders SSR of voter lists in 17 states, UTs; mandates 'readable' versions

EC orders SSR of voter lists in 17 states, UTs; mandates 'readable' versions

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

The Election Commission has announced a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in 17 states and Union territories, including those facing assembly polls next year. This initiative aims to enrol new voters, correct existing entries, and enhance the accuracy of voter lists, with January 1, 2027, set as the qualifying date.

Hammer Throwers Shine With New Records At U23 Athletics Meet

Hammer Throwers Shine With New Records At U23 Athletics Meet

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Nirbhay Choudhary and Haqikat Grewal set new meet records in hammer throw at the Indian Open U23 Athletics Competition in Jaipur. Other records were also broken in men's 400m hurdles and 10,000m track race on the concluding day of the three-day event.

Asian Games: Jay Meena Makes Soft Tennis History For India

Asian Games: Jay Meena Makes Soft Tennis History For India

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Jay Meena secured India's first-ever soft tennis medal at the Asian Games, winning a bronze after a hard-fought semifinal loss to Japan's Takuya Kurosaka. Meena, playing in his third Asian Games, showed resilience but ultimately settled for bronze.

Rakhi Sawant At Mushtaq Khan's Prayer Meet

Rakhi Sawant At Mushtaq Khan's Prayer Meet

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Mushtaq Khan, known for his versatile supporting roles, was remembered by the film fraternity at a prayer meet in Mumbai, following his passing on September 24.

Forest Guard Crushed to Death by Illegal Sand Mining Tractor in Madhya Pradesh

Forest Guard Crushed to Death by Illegal Sand Mining Tractor in Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A forest guard in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, was killed after being run over by a tractor-trolley allegedly involved in illegal sand mining. The incident has sparked outrage and condemnation from political leaders, highlighting concerns about law and order and the power of illegal mining operations in the region.

Kartik Yadav, Karan Sharma shine as Uttar Pradesh thrash Bihar in Ranji Trophy opener

Kartik Yadav, Karan Sharma shine as Uttar Pradesh thrash Bihar in Ranji Trophy opener

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Uttar Pradesh defeated Bihar by an innings and 267 runs in their Group A Ranji Trophy match in Rajgir. Impressive bowling from Kartik Yadav and Karan Sharma led UP to a comprehensive victory on the third day, dismissing Bihar for 141 and 132 in their two innings.

From cricketer to BCCI secretary: Book chronicles Sanjay Jagdale's remarkable journey

From cricketer to BCCI secretary: Book chronicles Sanjay Jagdale's remarkable journey

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Sunil Gavaskar launched 'Rag Rag Mein Cricket', chronicling Sanjay Jagdale's journey from cricketer to coach, selector and administrator, while praising his lifelong, invaluable contribution to Indian cricket.

Akhilesh Yadav Claims Lucknow Cafe Owner's Death Can Topple UP Govt

Akhilesh Yadav Claims Lucknow Cafe Owner's Death Can Topple UP Govt

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has alleged that the death of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma is "not an ordinary case" and could "bring down the Uttar Pradesh government," drawing parallels to the Vikas Dubey encounter. Yadav criticised the police and media's handling of the case, particularly regarding the absconding prime accused, Shraddha Dubey. The case involves allegations of assault and torture by Sharma's family, a reward for the accused's arrest, and recent transfers of police officials.

Punjab demolish Madhya Pradesh to enter Vijay Hazare semis

Punjab demolish Madhya Pradesh to enter Vijay Hazare semis

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Punjab came up with a clinical performance with both bat and ball to thrash Madhya Pradesh by 183 runs to storm into the semi-finals of the Vijay Hazare Trophy,

ED Files Chargesheet Against FIITJEE Directors Over Rs 85 Crore Student Fee Misappropriation

ED Files Chargesheet Against FIITJEE Directors Over Rs 85 Crore Student Fee Misappropriation

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet against FIITJEE and its directors, Dinesh Kumar Goel and Monila Goel, on money laundering charges. The case involves the alleged misappropriation of over Rs 85 crore collected from students for coaching programmes. The ED seeks their conviction under the PMLA and confiscation of properties worth Rs 71.88 crore.

Neeru Dhanda's borrowed gun story ends with Asian Games gold

Neeru Dhanda's borrowed gun story ends with Asian Games gold

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Neeru Dhanda made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win an individual shotgun gold at the Asian Games in women's trap. Her inspiring journey began with a borrowed gun and practice at a pond, overcoming financial hurdles and recent illness, culminating in a record-breaking triumph. She dedicated her medal to soldiers and late champion Raja Ranjit Singh.

How India's New Phygital Centre Aims to Transform Rural Life in Madhya Pradesh

How India's New Phygital Centre Aims to Transform Rural Life in Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

India has launched its first integrated phygital service centre in Umri village, Madhya Pradesh, aiming to provide online services and boost rural development through digital connectivity and various essential services.

Police Probe Murder Of Retired IAS Officer In Bhopal, Househelp Suspected

Police Probe Murder Of Retired IAS Officer In Bhopal, Househelp Suspected

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A 70-year-old retired IAS officer, Rakesh Agarwal, was found dead with his throat slit at his home in Bhopal. Police suspect his househelp, who has been missing since the incident. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has condemned the killing and assured swift action, while the opposition has criticised the state's law and order situation.

Student Stabbed In College After Rejecting Marriage Proposal

Student Stabbed In College After Rejecting Marriage Proposal

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

An 18-year-old female student was stabbed and injured in a government college in Barwani, Madhya Pradesh, after she rejected a marriage proposal from a fellow student. The accused, Ganesh Thakur, first attempted to shoot her with a country-made pistol, which misfired, before attacking her with a knife. He has been arrested by the police.

Rajasthan's Sahil Sets New 1000m Meet Record At National Youth Athletics

Rajasthan's Sahil Sets New 1000m Meet Record At National Youth Athletics

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Sahil of Rajasthan broke the boys' 1,000m meet record at the 21st National Youth Athletics Championships in Ludhiana, clocking 2:25.25. Haryana's Dev also surpassed the previous record, securing silver. The event also saw other notable performances across various categories for both boys and girls under 18.

Gangster Link In Najafgarh Firing: Six Arrested For Rs 5-Crore Extortion Bid

Gangster Link In Najafgarh Firing: Six Arrested For Rs 5-Crore Extortion Bid

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Six men have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a firing incident at a medical store in southwest Delhi's Najafgarh last month. Investigators suspect the attack was carried out over a Rs 5-crore extortion demand linked to gangster Kapil Sangwan. The arrested individuals played various roles in the conspiracy, from procuring firearms to executing the shooting.

MP hooch tragedy accused arrested after police encounter

MP hooch tragedy accused arrested after police encounter

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Shivanjay Rajput, a key accused in the Sagar hooch tragedy that killed 16, was arrested after a police encounter in Madhya Pradesh. Rajput, carrying a Rs 30,000 bounty, sustained a gunshot wound to his leg during the face-off. This arrest brings the total number of accused apprehended to 19, with FIRs against 30 individuals.

Government Employee in Madhya Pradesh Nabbed for Alleged Bribery in School Toilet Repair Funds Case

Government Employee in Madhya Pradesh Nabbed for Alleged Bribery in School Toilet Repair Funds Case

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A government employee in Madhya Pradesh's Barwani district was arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe to release funds for the repair of a girls' toilet at a school.

Curative plea filed over SC's split verdict on CEC selection

Curative plea filed over SC's split verdict on CEC selection

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

A curative petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the September 23 split verdict on the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023. The petition, filed by Jaya Thakur, alleges a "reasonable apprehension of bias" due to claims that Justice Satish Chandra Sharma's son is a standing counsel for the Election Commission, raising questions about judicial propriety.