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Man Arrested For Setting Fire To Woman's Home After Marriage

Man Arrested For Setting Fire To Woman's Home After Marriage

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A 24-year-old man was arrested in Gorakhpur for allegedly setting fire to a woman's house after learning about her marriage. The accused, previously in contact with the woman, was angered when she stopped communicating with him after her marriage was arranged elsewhere. He allegedly arrived with two associates, sprinkled petrol inside the house, and set it ablaze. Family members escaped safely, and police are searching for the other two suspects.

'Job Market Is Collapsing Like Pack Of Cards'

'Job Market Is Collapsing Like Pack Of Cards'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

'You have seen the retrenchments by big corporates in the IT industry because they are not getting enough offers.' 'MSMEs in the manufacturing sector are really struggling. They do not know what to do. They are not able to predict what will happen tomorrow.'

Monfils warms up for final French Open with star-studded farewell party

Monfils warms up for final French Open with star-studded farewell party

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Gael Monfils brought the party to Roland Garros on Thursday, teaming up with his wife Elina Svitolina to win a lively, star-studded exhibition match as he prepared for his final appearance at his home Grand Slam.

Tu Yaa Main: Shanaya Kapoor-Adarsh Gourav's Music Night

Tu Yaa Main: Shanaya Kapoor-Adarsh Gourav's Music Night

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Adarsh Gourav makes his playback singing and rap debut with Tu Yaa Main, Shanaya Kapoor cheers on.

Ex-Life Insurance Manager Convicted In Investment Fraud Case

Ex-Life Insurance Manager Convicted In Investment Fraud Case

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A former life insurance manager in Thane has been sentenced to two years in jail for defrauding people of over Rs 3.51 crore with false promises of high returns on stock market investments.

Delhi hotel fire: Initial probe reveals major safety lapses

Delhi hotel fire: Initial probe reveals major safety lapses

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The establishment had permission for only six rooms under the Delhi government's bed-and-breakfast policy but was allegedly operating around 25 rooms, including some in the basement, police sources said.

36-YO Cirstea scripts French Open fairytale; Zverev storms into quarters

36-YO Cirstea scripts French Open fairytale; Zverev storms into quarters

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Romanian veteran Sorana Cirstea reached the quarter-final of the French Open, while Matteo Berrettini is rediscovering his confidence after a win.

Hindi Cinema Is Incomplete Without The Muslim

Hindi Cinema Is Incomplete Without The Muslim

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

As time went by, different facets of the Hindi cinema started showing the complicated identity of Muslim -- sometimes tendentious and at other times perverse and unreliable.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Anand Parbat Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Anand Parbat Murder Case

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested the prime suspect and apprehended a juvenile in connection with the murder of a 21-year-old man in Delhi's Anand Parbat area. The victim, Sagar, was allegedly killed due to a past rivalry.

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Review: David Dhawan Recycles Himself!

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Review: David Dhawan Recycles Himself!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai faithfully recreates the chaos, clichs and comic sensibilities of a vintage David Dhawan entertainer, for better and often for worse, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Teenager Dies After Stabbing In Ghaziabad, India

Teenager Dies After Stabbing In Ghaziabad, India

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A Class 11 student in Ghaziabad, India, died after being stabbed during an altercation. Police have arrested three of the five accused and are searching for the remaining two. The incident has sparked outrage, with officials promising strict action.

India Gears Up To Celebrate Commonwealth Games Day

India Gears Up To Celebrate Commonwealth Games Day

Rediff.com21 May 2026

India is set to celebrate Commonwealth Games Day on May 24 across 8,000 locations, with a main event in Ahmedabad, featuring sporting stars and a focus on fitness and national pride.

Bengaluru Man Arrested For Attacking Bus Driver

Bengaluru Man Arrested For Attacking Bus Driver

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A man has been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly assaulting a BMTC bus driver with deadly weapons after a road rage incident. The incident, which occurred on May 13, gained attention after visuals went viral on social media. Police are continuing efforts to apprehend the remaining two suspects.

Gen Subramani takes charge as CDS, seeks to implement theaterisation

Gen Subramani takes charge as CDS, seeks to implement theaterisation

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Gen NS Raja Subramani has taken over as India's new Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding Gen Anil Chauhan. His primary focus will be on implementing the military theaterisation plan and enhancing tri-services synergy.

Why Kolkata's Messi Statue Is Being Taken Down

Why Kolkata's Messi Statue Is Being Taken Down

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The 70-foot statue of Lionel Messi in Kolkata, West Bengal, is set to be dismantled due to safety concerns after being found unstable in the wind.

Shanaya On Tu Yaa Main: 'This Was A Wild Ride'

Shanaya On Tu Yaa Main: 'This Was A Wild Ride'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Tu Ya Main's Avni 'taught me how to be a complete BADASS.'

Ghaziabad Madrassas Sealed After Teen Murder Case

Ghaziabad Madrassas Sealed After Teen Murder Case

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Authorities in Ghaziabad intensified verification drives and sealed three unrecognised madrassas in the Khoda area following the murder of a 17-year-old boy. The incident has led to heightened security measures and political reactions.

Telangana Congress Leader Arrested In Advocate Murder Case: Here's Why

Telangana Congress Leader Arrested In Advocate Murder Case: Here's Why

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Hyderabad police have arrested six individuals, including a Telangana Congress leader, in connection with the murder of an advocate. The motive appears to stem from long-standing disputes over Waqf properties and management issues.

Satwik-Chirag End Title Drought At Singapore Open

Satwik-Chirag End Title Drought At Singapore Open

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the Singapore Open title, marking their first BWF World Tour crown since 2024. The victory held special significance for Satwik, who dedicated the win to his family after a period of personal challenges.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Universal Baby Boss: An Unfolding Fairy Tale

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Universal Baby Boss: An Unfolding Fairy Tale

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

What lies behind Vaibhav's amazing journey over the last couple of years is something beyond mere analysis. By any stretch of imagination, some of the shots he has played seem to remain in the realm of impossibility. Doubtless reams will be written about this and we will still not have a clue, because he would have moved on to newer peaks, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

10 Modern Hindi Love Triangles Worth A Watch

10 Modern Hindi Love Triangles Worth A Watch

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

These modern Hindi films proved that the love triangle still has enough heartbreak, passion and chaos left to captivate audiences.

Marathon Man Arnaldi Stuns Tiafoe To Enter French Open Quarters

Marathon Man Arnaldi Stuns Tiafoe To Enter French Open Quarters

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Matteo Berrettini reached the French Open quarterfinals by ousting giant-killer Juan Manuel Cerundolo, while Felix Auger-Aliassime and Flavio Cobolli sealed their last-eight spots with contrasting wins.

I worked hard to make it to Indian team: Harsh Dubey

I worked hard to make it to Indian team: Harsh Dubey

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Rookie spin bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey is focused on creating his own identity while representing India, following his maiden call-up for the Afghanistan Test and ODI series.

21, mostly foreigners, killed in massive fire at Delhi hotel

21, mostly foreigners, killed in massive fire at Delhi hotel

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The building suffered extensive damage in the fire, with debris, shattered glass and burnt materials strewn in the vicinity. A large crowd gathered near the site as authorities cordoned off the spot and diverted traffic to facilitate rescue operations.

From US to China to Lashkar: NIA traces GoPro camera trail in Pahalgam probe

From US to China to Lashkar: NIA traces GoPro camera trail in Pahalgam probe

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Indian investigators are tracing the supply chain of a US-manufactured GoPro camera found with Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists, revealing a potential external logistics network supporting terror outfits in Jammu and Kashmir.

Telangana BRS Leader Found Murdered, Body Dismembered

Telangana BRS Leader Found Murdered, Body Dismembered

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A local BRS leader was found murdered in Suryapet district, Telangana, with his body dismembered and placed in a gunny bag. Police suspect old rivalries as the motive behind the killing.

Telangana BRS Leader Found Murdered, Body Dismembered

Telangana BRS Leader Found Murdered, Body Dismembered

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A local BRS leader was found murdered, his body dismembered and placed in a gunny bag in the Suryapet district. Police suspect old rivalries as the motive.

Gauhati High Court Denies Bail In Zubeen Garg Death Case

Gauhati High Court Denies Bail In Zubeen Garg Death Case

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The Gauhati High Court has rejected bail for Shyamkanu Mahanta, the prime accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, citing risks of fleeing and tampering with evidence.

Turning 20: Gukesh embraces the pressure of being World chess champion

Turning 20: Gukesh embraces the pressure of being World chess champion

Rediff.com30 May 2026

D Gukesh, the 20-year-old Indian Grandmaster, discusses the pressures and expectations of being a world chess champion as he prepares to defend his title.

Air India cuts nearly 1000 domestic flights

Air India cuts nearly 1000 domestic flights

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Air India has temporarily reduced its domestic flights by 22 per cent due to the impact of high fuel prices, following a previous reduction in international flights. The airline is offering re-accommodation, date changes, or refunds to affected passengers.

Varun Dhawan's 10 Best Roles, Ranked

Varun Dhawan's 10 Best Roles, Ranked

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Before Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai hits the screens, we rank Varun Dhawan's best films from passably entertaining to outright fantastic.

Khushi Kapoor Cheers For Adarsh Gourav-Shanaya Kapoor's Tu Yaa Main

Khushi Kapoor Cheers For Adarsh Gourav-Shanaya Kapoor's Tu Yaa Main

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Family and film folk lined up to watch Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav's survival tale in the Friday the 13th release, Tu Yaa Main.

Odisha BJD Accuses BJP Of Poaching Leaders With Inducements

Odisha BJD Accuses BJP Of Poaching Leaders With Inducements

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Odisha's BJD has accused the BJP of luring its leaders with inducements after Rajya Sabha MP Debashish Samantaray resigned and joined the BJP. The BJD spokesperson criticised Samantaray for criticising the party after enjoying benefits during its tenure.

Why Estonian Tech Startups Are Keen On Partnering With India

Why Estonian Tech Startups Are Keen On Partnering With India

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Estonian tech startups in AI, cybersecurity, defence, and medicine are showing interest in collaborating with India, aiming to tap into its vast market. Latitude59, a prominent startup conference, is considering hosting a networking event in India next year to foster these partnerships.

RBI's forex gains jump 52% in FY26, balance sheet swells

RBI's forex gains jump 52% in FY26, balance sheet swells

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reported a significant 52 per cent year-on-year increase in gains from foreign exchange transactions, reaching 1.69 trillion in FY26. This surge occurred despite the central bank selling a gross $195 billion in the spot market to manage rupee volatility, which saw a 9.85 per cent depreciation.

Can Srini Pallia Revive Wipro?

Can Srini Pallia Revive Wipro?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

'Wipro's challenge is not lack of ideas. In fact, some of its recent structural moves are arguably bolder than peers.' 'The problem is proving it can operationalise these bets faster and more consistently.'

Djokovic survives Day 1 scare, breaks Federer record

Djokovic survives Day 1 scare, breaks Federer record

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Novak Djokovic began his latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title by crossing a milestone and a tricky hurdle with a 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 French Open first-round victory over local hope Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard on Sunday.

Army, BSF jawans acquitted in 2015 espionage case over probe lapses

Army, BSF jawans acquitted in 2015 espionage case over probe lapses

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A Delhi court recently acquitted five accused, including an army personnel and a Border Security Force personnel, in an espionage case. While acquitting the accused persons, the court flagged serious lapses in the investigation.

Supreme Court to hear Rs 500 cr UAE money decree case in July after mediation fails

Supreme Court to hear Rs 500 cr UAE money decree case in July after mediation fails

Rediff.com25 May 2026

The Supreme Court has scheduled a July hearing for the Rs 500 crore money decree case involving Ras Al Khaimah Investment Authority (RAKIA) and industrialist Nimmagadda Prasad, following the failure of a mediation process led by former Chief Justice of India U U Lalit.

RBI Revives Plan for Polymer Banknotes to Boost Durability, Cut Costs

RBI Revives Plan for Polymer Banknotes to Boost Durability, Cut Costs

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to introduce polymer banknotes to address the rising demand for currency, improve durability, and reduce production costs, with a pilot project expected soon.