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Priyanka Gandhi Alleges LDF-BJP Alliance in Kerala

Priyanka Gandhi Alleges LDF-BJP Alliance in Kerala

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi has accused the ruling LDF in Kerala and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of being Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "B-team" and of secretly joining hands with the BJP, alleging a compromised leadership and lack of accountability.

Chhattisgarh Doctor Sentenced in Sterilisation Deaths Case

Chhattisgarh Doctor Sentenced in Sterilisation Deaths Case

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A surgeon in Chhattisgarh has been sentenced to two years in jail in connection with the deaths of 12 women following sterilisation surgeries he performed in 2014.

UP launches crackdown on illegal coaching centres, several sealed

UP launches crackdown on illegal coaching centres, several sealed

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

In a bid to provide students with a safe, transparent and quality educational environment, a special drive is being conducted across Uttar Pradesh to strengthen the regulation of coaching institutes and against illegal coaching centres.

Kerala Doctor Assaulted: Four Women Arrested in Connection with Patient Death

Kerala Doctor Assaulted: Four Women Arrested in Connection with Patient Death

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Four women have been arrested for allegedly attacking a gynaecologist at a government hospital in Perinthalmanna, Kerala, following the death of a patient. The Kerala Government Medical Officers' Association (KGMOA) has condemned the attack and called for better resources in delivery centres.

Woman Delivers Baby at Hospital Gate After Ambulance Driver Leaves Her

Woman Delivers Baby at Hospital Gate After Ambulance Driver Leaves Her

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

A 28-year-old woman delivered a baby girl at the main gate of a Raisen district hospital after a Janani Express ambulance driver allegedly left her outside. Hospital staff assisted the woman and her newborn, and the hospital is investigating the incident.

Odisha family takes woman's body on bicycle to police station over inaction

Odisha family takes woman's body on bicycle to police station over inaction

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A family in Odisha's Balasore district carried the body of a woman on a bicycle for 12 km to a police station, alleging inaction in arresting those accused of her murder. The incident stemmed from a dispute between neighbours during construction work. Police have arrested one person and are searching for two others.

Abduction Accused Dies By Suicide In Police Station; Officers Suspended

Abduction Accused Dies By Suicide In Police Station; Officers Suspended

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A 28-year-old man, accused of abducting a minor girl, allegedly died by suicide inside a toilet at the Chandpa police station in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, leading to the suspension of two police officers.

One Dead, Five Injured As Car Rams E-Rickshaw In Delhi

One Dead, Five Injured As Car Rams E-Rickshaw In Delhi

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A speeding car collided with an e-rickshaw in Delhi's Model Town, resulting in one death and injuries to five others. The driver of the car has been taken into custody, and a medical examination is being conducted.

'Amrit kaal has turned into vish kaal': Rahul on NEET leak

'Amrit kaal has turned into vish kaal': Rahul on NEET leak

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticised the Modi government following the cancellation of the NEET (UG) 2026 examination, citing paper leaks and corruption.

KSU activists walk free after arrest in Kerala Health Minister attack case

KSU activists walk free after arrest in Kerala Health Minister attack case

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Five KSU activists arrested for allegedly attempting to murder Kerala Health Minister Veena George were released on bail and received a warm reception. They allege political vendetta by the CPI(M) government.

Congress Calls for End to Violence Over Kerala Minister's Injury

Congress Calls for End to Violence Over Kerala Minister's Injury

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Senior Congress leaders V D Satheesan and Ramesh Chennithala criticize the CPI(M) and Health Minister Veena George over alleged violence and a 'shameless drama' surrounding the minister's reported injury during a KSU protest. They demand an end to the violence and withdrawal of charges against KSU activists.

Stray dog goes on biting spree at UP wedding venue, 60 injured

Stray dog goes on biting spree at UP wedding venue, 60 injured

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

More than 60 people, including wedding guests and family members, were injured after a stray dog went on a biting spree during a bride's farewell ceremony at a banquet hall in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, leading to panic and a stampede-like situation.

Chhattisgarh Plant Blast: Death Toll Climbs To 21

Chhattisgarh Plant Blast: Death Toll Climbs To 21

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The death toll from the April 14 blast at Vedanta's power plant in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district has risen to 21, with several others hospitalised. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the explosion, with preliminary findings pointing to excessive fuel accumulation in the boiler furnace.

Jharkhand Health Department Investigates Hospital Over Newborn's Body Transport

Jharkhand Health Department Investigates Hospital Over Newborn's Body Transport

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Jharkhand health department has launched an investigation into allegations that a hospital in Chakradharpur failed to provide an ambulance to a parent to transport his dead newborn, forcing him to carry the body in a box.

Delhi Cop Arrested After Woman Killed in Punjabi Bagh Accident

Delhi Cop Arrested After Woman Killed in Punjabi Bagh Accident

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

A Delhi Police sub-inspector has been arrested after his SUV allegedly struck and killed a woman labourer at a construction site in Punjabi Bagh. The officer, identified as Lucky, has been charged with rash driving and causing death by negligence.

MACT Awards 64.75 Lakh to Family of Pune Businessman Killed in Road Accident

MACT Awards 64.75 Lakh to Family of Pune Businessman Killed in Road Accident

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded a compensation of 64.75 lakh to the family of a Pune-based businessman who died in a road accident in 2022.

Woman loses baby at Palghar govt hospital, family alleges neglect

Woman loses baby at Palghar govt hospital, family alleges neglect

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

The family of a woman from Maharashtra's Palghar district has alleged that she lost her baby during delivery at a government hospital as there was no doctor for several hours, a claim rejected by the authorities.

Man dies in RG Kar hospital lift; political blame game begins

Man dies in RG Kar hospital lift; political blame game begins

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A man died after becoming trapped in a lift at a Kolkata hospital, leading to accusations of negligence and corruption against the state government.

Mumbai Concert Drug Deaths: Bouncer Arrested For Aiding Peddlers

Mumbai Concert Drug Deaths: Bouncer Arrested For Aiding Peddlers

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A bouncer has been arrested in connection with the drug overdose deaths at a Mumbai concert, accused of allowing drug peddlers into the venue without tickets.

Delhi Police To Investigate Hospitals Denying Treatment To Assault Victim

Delhi Police To Investigate Hospitals Denying Treatment To Assault Victim

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Delhi Police has formed a team to investigate allegations that two government hospitals and a private hospital refused immediate treatment to a woman advocate who was allegedly assaulted by her husband.

Gujarat MLA, Relative Clash Over Factory Fire Compensation

Gujarat MLA, Relative Clash Over Factory Fire Compensation

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Aam Aadmi Party MLA Chaitar Vasava and a relative of a deceased factory worker in Gujarat's Bharuch district slapped each other amidst tensions over compensation for the victims of a recent factory fire.

A doctor can be held liable for negligence only when....: SC

A doctor can be held liable for negligence only when....: SC

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

A bench of Justices PS Narasimha and Pankaj Mithal said when reasonable care, expected of the medical professional, was extended or rendered to the patient unless contrary was proved, it would not be a case for actionable negligence.

Five Odisha Students Drown in Koraput and Mayurbhanj Districts

Five Odisha Students Drown in Koraput and Mayurbhanj Districts

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Five school students, including two girls, drowned in separate incidents in the Koraput and Mayurbhanj districts of Odisha. Three class 10 students drowned in a reservoir after completing their board exams, while two class 2 girls drowned in a pond near their village.

Student Rampage at Karnataka School Leaves One Dead, Several Injured

Student Rampage at Karnataka School Leaves One Dead, Several Injured

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A class nine student allegedly attacked fellow students at a private residential school in Ballari, Karnataka, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused student.

Student Rampage at Karnataka School Leaves One Dead, Several Injured

Student Rampage at Karnataka School Leaves One Dead, Several Injured

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A class nine student allegedly attacked fellow students at a private residential school in Ballari, Karnataka, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused student.

NHRC issues notice to TN over attack on migrant worker

NHRC issues notice to TN over attack on migrant worker

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The NHRC has issued a show cause notice to the Tamil Nadu government regarding an attack on a migrant worker, identified as Suraj, demanding his tracing, medical treatment, and compensation.

Two Killed in Nanguneri Gang Attack

Two Killed in Nanguneri Gang Attack

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Two people, including a migrant worker, were allegedly hacked to death by a gang in Nanguneri, Tamil Nadu, sparking protests and political criticism.

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.

Train Shooting Accused Seeks Bail Citing 'Borderline Insanity'

Train Shooting Accused Seeks Bail Citing 'Borderline Insanity'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Former RPF constable Chetansinh Chaudhary, accused of killing his senior and three passengers on a train in 2023, has applied for bail, citing 'borderline insanity' and blaming railway authorities for not assessing his mental state.

Woman dies after drunk cop hits e-rickshaw, runs over her

Woman dies after drunk cop hits e-rickshaw, runs over her

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

A 24-year-old woman was killed in Ambala after being hit by a car allegedly driven by a police head constable. The incident occurred near Kali Paltan Bridge, and the driver has been apprehended.

'Mother waited for him': Groom-to-be among 2 killed in Delhi bus crash

'Mother waited for him': Groom-to-be among 2 killed in Delhi bus crash

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A late-night bus accident in Delhi, allegedly caused by reckless driving, resulted in two fatalities and numerous injuries, raising concerns about road safety and driver negligence.

Son killed by reckless driving for 'reels': Delhi road crash victim's mother

Son killed by reckless driving for 'reels': Delhi road crash victim's mother

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

The mother of a 23-year-old man killed in a road accident in Dwarka alleges her son was killed by a minor driving recklessly for social media stunts; police investigation is ongoing.

Nagpur explosives unit blast: Minister points to safety lapses; MD held

Nagpur explosives unit blast: Minister points to safety lapses; MD held

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A senior Maharashtra minister has alleged negligence on the part of SBL Energy Ltd following a fatal explosion at its Nagpur detonator-making unit that killed 19 workers. The government has promised compensation and a thorough investigation into safety lapses.

Nurse cuts infant's thumb while removing cannula at MP hospital

Nurse cuts infant's thumb while removing cannula at MP hospital

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

The nurse mistakenly cut off the infant's thumb with a pair of scissors while removing the IV cannula, he said.

Passenger claims rat bite at Indore airport; given medical care

Passenger claims rat bite at Indore airport; given medical care

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

A passenger at Indore airport claims to have been bitten by a rat, raising concerns about hygiene and pest control, especially after a recent incident at a local hospital.

Minor driver's sister shot Delhi crash video, now key to biker death probe

Minor driver's sister shot Delhi crash video, now key to biker death probe

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

A video has surfaced showing the moment of the collision in Dwarka that killed a 23-year-old biker. The video, allegedly filmed from inside the SUV driven by a 17-year-old, shows the moments leading up to the crash. The driver was later released on bail.

Teen dies after botched piles treatment by quack in Hyderabad

Teen dies after botched piles treatment by quack in Hyderabad

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

A 16-year-old boy died in Hyderabad after allegedly receiving negligent piles treatment from an unqualified practitioner. Police have registered a case of causing death by negligence.

Wife donates liver to husband, both die after transplant surgery

Wife donates liver to husband, both die after transplant surgery

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

The Pune hospital has been directed to submit all details pertaining to the transplant procedure by Monday, Deputy Director of Health Services, Dr Nagnath Yempalle, said on Sunday.

'Poison was distributed in Indore': Rahul Gandhi

'Poison was distributed in Indore': Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticizes the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh after at least 10 people died allegedly due to contaminated water in Indore, accusing them of negligence and insensitivity.

Three dead, over 100 hospitalised after drinking contaminated water in MP

Three dead, over 100 hospitalised after drinking contaminated water in MP

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

At least three people have died and over 100 hospitalized in Indore, India, after allegedly drinking contaminated water. Residents claim the death toll is higher. Authorities are investigating the source of the contamination and providing medical assistance.