Two men accused of attempted murder in Delhi's Chhawla area were arrested after a shootout with police. The accused, Rocky and Sumit, were allegedly involved in an attempted murder on April 17. During the arrest, Rocky opened fire at the police, who retaliated, injuring him.
India has overtaken Kenya to lead the Athletics Integrity Unit's list of ineligible persons due to doping violations, with 148 suspended track and field athletes.
In Rediff's new series on modern marriages, young couples from across India discuss how they deal with differences of opinion, lifestyle preferences and personal choices. Here, Megha* tells Rishika Shah/Rediff how she coped with the unexpected challenges that followed her impulsive marriage to her best friend.
The bodies of a teenager and his two relatives were found near a waterfall in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district three days after they went missing. The Jammu and Kashmir Congress has demanded a high-level investigation into the incident. The police have ruled out any terror angle, but the exact cause of death is unknown and will be determined by a postmortem.
Two habitual offenders wanted in an attempt to murder were arrested after an exchange of fire with the police in southwest Delhi's Dwarka, an official said on Friday.
'On August 22, 2015, Shyamvar Rai disclosed to you that he had committed the murder of Sheena Bora along with Rahul Mukerjea.' How would Indrani have reacted to this?
The investigation into Sheena Bora's murder, and, later, the case, leans heavily on the half-burnt body found in rural Maharashtra in 2012. Therefore, the very strange and notable differences -- like the Case Of The Rising Skeleton -- between both postmortems/their reports done on it have a critical bearing.
Police in Alappuzha, Kerala, have launched an investigation after human body parts were discovered under a train coach. The remains were found by cleaning staff during routine maintenance.
Sanju Samson's century, Punjab Kings' record 265 chase, Rinku Singh's Super Over heroics and standout knocks from KL Rahul, Abhishek Sharma and Virat Kohli headline an action-packed Week 4 of IPL 2026.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticised the BJP for allegedly attempting to divide people on religious and caste lines during a community outreach programme in her Bhabanipur constituency.
Taxpayers should consider ITR-U if they omitted income, wrongly claimed deductions or exemptions, or made reporting errors that led to a shortfall in tax payment.
'The entire party is centred around one man and that is Arvind Kejriwal.' 'Till the time you are in Kejriwal's good books you are powerful. The day you are not with him, you are no one in the party.'
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticised the BJP for allegedly deleting names from electoral rolls and attempting to divide people on religious and caste lines during a community outreach programme in her Bhabanipur constituency.
A Delhi court has granted bail to two accused in an alleged job scam-cum-kidnapping case, citing gaps in the investigation and raising concerns about pre-trial detention.
Four Census officials were assaulted in Odisha's Dhenkanal district, prompting the state government to formulate a standard operating procedure (SOP) to safeguard census officials from physical harm and heat-related risks.
'All terrorists are a blot on humanity.' 'No religion in the world teaches you to take the life of an innocent person.' 'Kashmiris have always been known for their hospitality. One moment of darkness cannot erase Kashmiriyat.'
'Today, if 50 songs are composed, one or two work. In the 1970s, all 50 would work.'
Young adults show alarming NCD trends, with high rates of obesity, prediabetes, and abnormal cholesterol levels.
The owner of VSR Ventures, whose aircraft carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar crashed, suggests the pilot initiated a 'missed approach' due to poor visibility. The owner vouches for the pilot's experience and the aircraft's maintenance.
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.
Tiger Woods is stepping away from golf to seek treatment and focus on his health after pleading not guilty to DUI charges stemming from a recent rollover crash in Florida.
Families of victims of the Pahalgam terror attack mark the first anniversary, recounting the horror and seeking justice and support for those affected.
'I cannot imagine that any NSA before Ajit Doval would have given us this kind of time and this kind of engagement. They would have offered slogans, or nothing at all. That, too, tells you something.'
A 31-year-old YouTuber and garment trader was found dead in Delhi, prompting his family to allege foul play and stage a protest, demanding a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
Pushpa R, founder of Radiant Yoga Vibes recommends three powerful postures to help reduce gas, bloating, and acidity.
A 17-year-old boy's body was discovered near a river in Jammu, leading to protests by family members who suspect foul play after his disappearance. Police have detained two individuals for questioning.
The Calcutta High Court has granted conditional bail to Sudipta Sen, the main accused in the multi-crore Saradha ponzi scheme, after 13 years of detention. The court cited the right to a speedy trial and Sen's prolonged detention as key factors in its decision.
A 57-year-old Sikh man, Avtar Singh, was found dead in California days after being kidnapped. Authorities believe he was not the intended target of the crime, and an investigation is underway.
Henrich Klaasen remains confident that Sunrisers Hyderabad will improve their performance in IPL 2024, despite a mixed start to the season.
Kolkata Knight Riders opener Finn Allen has urged his teammates to remain patient and give themselves time to settle, following a disappointing start to the IPL season. He also provided an update on Varun Chakravarthy's fitness.
'When young doctors see limited protection, unpredictable careers and an absence of institutional support, they hesitate.'
A man in Hyderabad has been arrested for allegedly murdering his cousin over a property dispute, dismembering her body, and disposing of the parts in a lake.
rediffGURU Anu Krishna, mind coach and co-founder, Unfear Changemakers explains how external interference can break a marriage.
April Fools' Day has amused pranksters for centuries, though no one can quite pin down where it truly began.
Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu is determined to win a medal at the Asian Games, the only major title missing from her collection. She also spoke about the importance of the Khelo India Tribal Games.
A Mumbai court has denied bail to a BEST bus driver involved in a fatal accident, citing his lack of training on electric vehicles and negligence.
Controversial pacer Yash Dayal will not join the Royal Challengers Bengaluru squad for the upcoming IPL season due to a personal situation, but remains under contract with the team.
'Today's girls are freer than the earlier generation. They perform more freely.'
Murali Sreeshankar won the men's long jump at the Indian Athletics Series, marking a successful return after knee surgery. Other winners included Ancy Sojan in the women's long jump, Reagan Ganesh in pole vault, and Tamil Arasu in the 100m sprint.
A Kerala court has sentenced 25-year-old Muhammad Riyas to 30 years in prison for the sexual assault of a 16-year-old girl in a Tiruppur theater. Convicted under the POCSO Act and IPC, the accused lured the victim with a false job promise. Read more on the verdict and the court's compensation order.
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