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Anna Hazare taking proper meals on doctor's advice: Aide

Anna Hazare taking proper meals on doctor's advice: Aide

Rediff.com3 days ago

Social activist Anna Hazare's health has improved after being admitted to Bombay Hospital in Mumbai for a renal infection. The 89-year-old is now taking proper meals and is expected to remain under observation for two more days.

Delhi bus in which minor was gang-raped had 8 challans

Delhi bus in which minor was gang-raped had 8 challans

Rediff.com4 days ago

Delhi Police are actively investigating the alleged gang-rape of a 16-year-old girl on a sleeper bus, mapping the vehicle's route using CCTV footage and mobile data, and uncovering multiple challans issued against the bus for violations, including operating without a permit. Forensic evidence is being processed, and the incident has drawn comparisons to the Nirbhaya case.

Footpaths for walking: SC asks states, UTs for update

Footpaths for walking: SC asks states, UTs for update

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court has declared the right to walk on demarcated footpaths a fundamental right, directing all states and Union Territories to ensure proper, encroachment-free pedestrian spaces. The court emphasised that footpaths are integral to human life and safety, and states must respond to advisories issued by central ministries regarding their implementation.

'Hindutva influencer' boasts of 'cracking skull' during CJP protest

'Hindutva influencer' boasts of 'cracking skull' during CJP protest

Rediff.com1 days ago

A self-styled Hindutva influencer, Swatantra Bhardwaj, accused of attacking a student agitator's father, purportedly claimed a phone call from Delhi minister Kapil Mishra helped him avoid jail. This sparked strong reactions from opposition parties, including Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal, who questioned the BJP's protection of such individuals. Delhi Police, however, clarified that the injuries were simple and legal action was taken, denying any undue influence.

Remembering Randhir Singh: Pioneer Of Indian Olympic Movement

Remembering Randhir Singh: Pioneer Of Indian Olympic Movement

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Randhir Singh, a prominent figure in Indian sports and the Olympic movement, has died at the age of 79. He was known for his contributions as an athlete, administrator, and advocate for Indian sports on the international stage.

LeT terrorist killed in J-K was behind 2024 attack on IAF convoy

LeT terrorist killed in J-K was behind 2024 attack on IAF convoy

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A Pakistani national and Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist, Yasir, involved in multiple terror incidents including the 2024 Poonch IAF convoy ambush, has been neutralised by the Indian Army in Yusmarg, central Kashmir. An extensive search operation is underway in the high-altitude Pir Panjal range for a second terrorist, Musa, amidst challenging weather conditions.

Weapons stolen from Army facility in Secunderabad, probe launched

Weapons stolen from Army facility in Secunderabad, probe launched

Rediff.com3 days ago

Five assault rifles, seven pistols, 21 magazines, ammunition, and a night vision binocular have been stolen from an Army facility in Secunderabad, prompting a detailed internal inquiry by Army authorities and a police investigation.

Elephants vs Rajdhani Express: Alert forest officials avert tragedy in Assam

Elephants vs Rajdhani Express: Alert forest officials avert tragedy in Assam

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

A major tragedy was averted in Assam's Hojai district on Wednesday when forest personnel alerted the Rajdhani Express after spotting a large herd of elephants crossing a railway track, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.

Ex-Maoist commander Bhupathi is now university coordinator in Gadchiroli

Ex-Maoist commander Bhupathi is now university coordinator in Gadchiroli

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mallojula Venugopal Rao, a former Naxal commander known as Bhupathi, has joined Gondwana University's 'Ekal' programme in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra. He will work as a coordinator to help tribal villagers secure their legal rights, including those under the PESA and Forest Rights Acts, marking a significant shift from his past as a feared Maoist strategist.

Delhi sets up 24x7 command centre for BRICS summit

Delhi sets up 24x7 command centre for BRICS summit

Rediff.com1 days ago

The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) is establishing a 24x7 command centre and implementing extensive civic preparations to ensure the smooth hosting of the 18th BRICS Summit. These measures include enhanced sanitation, beautification, traffic management, and coordination among various agencies to present a welcoming city for world leaders.

At Home With The Most Famous Indian

At Home With The Most Famous Indian

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

For 17 years, Mani Bhavan was Gandhi's Bombay home and nerve centre of the freedom movement.

Women's T20I rankings: Nandni climbs 38 places; Athapaththu reaches new highs

Women's T20I rankings: Nandni climbs 38 places; Athapaththu reaches new highs

Rediff.com4 days ago

Nandni Sharma surged 38 places after her three-wicket haul against Thailand, while Chamari Athapaththu reached career-best ratings in batting, bowling and all-round performance.

Jolt to Owaisi as close aide quits AIMIM, joins Cong ahead of UP polls

Jolt to Owaisi as close aide quits AIMIM, joins Cong ahead of UP polls

Rediff.com3 days ago

AIMIM national spokesperson Syed Asim Waqar has joined the Congress party, criticising his former party for allegedly fighting opposition parties instead of the BJP. Waqar stated that the AIMIM's actions on the ground contradict its stated goal of removing the BJP, suggesting it inadvertently aids the ruling party.

Bird strike on overhead wires disrupts Mumbai Harbour Line trains

Bird strike on overhead wires disrupts Mumbai Harbour Line trains

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Suburban train services on Mumbai's Harbour line were briefly disrupted at Kharghar station after a bird got stuck in a train's pantograph, causing overhead equipment to trip. The incident led to minor delays and panic among commuters before services resumed quickly.

'Ethanol Blending Has Not Led to Sugar's Price Rise'

'Ethanol Blending Has Not Led to Sugar's Price Rise'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'The ethanol blended with petrol programme should not be halted or reconsidered.' 'India is not experiencing a structural sugar shortage, and the ethanol blending roadmap does not compete with food security or drive domestic price increases.'

Wow! Robots Box, Dance, Do Everyday Tasks

Wow! Robots Box, Dance, Do Everyday Tasks

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Humanoid machines boxed, danced and tackled everyday tasks at the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing.

This Is How We Remember Our Heroes

This Is How We Remember Our Heroes

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Despite repeated demands over the years, the proposal to develop Khudiram Bose's cremation ground in Muzaffarpur into a martyr park has yet to see the light of day due to official apathy.

Khushi, Kriti Are Wearing Their Superwoman Capes

Khushi, Kriti Are Wearing Their Superwoman Capes

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The dupatta has officially met its match. Why spend half the evening pinning, pleating and desperately trying to keep a piece of fabric from slipping off your shoulder when you can simply throw on a cape and call it a day?

Flexi-Cap Funds Attract Nearly Rs 50,000 Crore Inflows, Investor Base Surges

Flexi-Cap Funds Attract Nearly Rs 50,000 Crore Inflows, Investor Base Surges

Rediff.com3 days ago

Flexi-cap mutual fund schemes have attracted nearly Rs 50,000 crore in net inflows during January-July 2026, a 27 per cent increase year-on-year, as investors increasingly favour dynamic equity strategies.

5 Signs that you should no longer be a spectator, but a shareholder

5 Signs that you should no longer be a spectator, but a shareholder

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Becoming a shareholder isn't about predicting markets perfectly. What matters more is recognising when you're financially and mentally prepared to participate in wealth creation. If you've been wondering when you should start investing, here are five signs that suggest you're already ready.

Tiangong Ultra: How China's humanoid robot shattered Usain Bolt's 100m record

Tiangong Ultra: How China's humanoid robot shattered Usain Bolt's 100m record

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

A made-in-China humanoid robot, Tiangong Ultra, has shattered Usain Bolt's 100-metre sprint world record, completing the distance in 8.64 seconds compared to Bolt's 9.58 seconds. While a significant technological advancement, experts note the robot's running style differs greatly from humans, highlighting both its strengths in speed and areas where it still lags, such as decision-making and perception.

Kanda Express To Lower Onion Prices

Kanda Express To Lower Onion Prices

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

The Centre has launched dedicated Kanda Express onion trains from Nashik to major cities, releasing buffer stocks at 35/kg to curb a sharp seasonal rise in onion prices.

Sensex tanks 539 points, Nifty drops below 24,100 on HDFC Bank, geopolitical woes

Sensex tanks 539 points, Nifty drops below 24,100 on HDFC Bank, geopolitical woes

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a sharp decline at the close of trade, with the Sensex dropping 539 points and the Nifty falling below 24,100, primarily due to selling pressure in HDFC Bank and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.

Chennai to Manipur: How cops cracked Odisha woman's murder case

Chennai to Manipur: How cops cracked Odisha woman's murder case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police have arrested Manik Uddin Laskar and Bhagabati Majhi, the prime suspects in the murder of a 38-year-old woman whose dismembered body was found in a suitcase on the Tamil Nadu Express in Agra. The couple was apprehended in Manipur after a multi-state search, following an investigation that traced their movements from Chennai and uncovered further gruesome details at their rented home.

Jail escapee visits police station for Aadhaar, flees again

Jail escapee visits police station for Aadhaar, flees again

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

An Assam native, Madhur Jya Sonowal, who escaped from Aluva Sub Jail, surprisingly went to the Perumbavoor police station to retrieve his Aadhaar card. Police have intensified their search for Sonowal, who fled the station after being recognised by officials. A detailed investigation into the security lapse has been launched.

How Ordinary Indians Brought A Mighty Empire To Its Knees

How Ordinary Indians Brought A Mighty Empire To Its Knees

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

What Every Indian Must Know About the Quit India Movement.

Operation Sindoor veteran is Ram temple trust's first CEO

Operation Sindoor veteran is Ram temple trust's first CEO

Rediff.com2 days ago

Air Marshal (retd) Jeetendra Mishra has been appointed as the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. His selection follows a rigorous process and comes amidst a recent controversy regarding alleged embezzlement of temple donations.

Rains or glacier lake outburst? What triggered Nepal floods

Rains or glacier lake outburst? What triggered Nepal floods

Rediff.com5 days ago

A new scientific report reveals that the recent devastating floods in Nepal's Bhotekoshi-Trishuli corridor were triggered by a massive ice-rock avalanche from the high Himalayas, challenging initial assumptions of rainfall or glacial lake outburst floods.

Tennis pros weigh in on Carlos Alcaraz's US Open comeback after wrist injury

Tennis pros weigh in on Carlos Alcaraz's US Open comeback after wrist injury

Rediff.com5 days ago

Carlos Alcaraz is set to return to the US Open after a nearly five-month absence due to a wrist injury, with fellow professionals expressing confidence in his ability to quickly regain form despite the layoff.

Noida airport waterlogging sparks row as BJP, SP clash over infra

Noida airport waterlogging sparks row as BJP, SP clash over infra

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Waterlogging at the newly-built Noida International Airport in Jewar after heavy rains has ignited a political dispute between the Samajwadi Party and the BJP government. While SP chief Akhilesh Yadav criticised the infrastructure, airport authorities stated the temporary water accumulation was cleared within 30 minutes without disrupting operations. BJP MLA Dhirendra Singh defended the development, accusing the opposition of politicising the issue.

Why Bank CEOs Are Walking Away

Why Bank CEOs Are Walking Away

Rediff.com5 days ago

'There is mis-alignment in strategic thinking of the board and management.' 'As the business environment and customer behaviour evolve rapidly, boards are increasingly looking for leaders who can bring new ideas and challenge legacy approaches.'

Kanda Express brings 453 tonnes of onion to Delhi, aims to cool prices

Kanda Express brings 453 tonnes of onion to Delhi, aims to cool prices

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The first 'Kanda Express', a dedicated rail rake carrying 453.65 tonnes of onion from Nashik, Maharashtra, has arrived in Delhi to boost supplies and help rein in soaring prices, with the onion to be sold at a subsidised rate of Rs 35 per kg.

Gurnoor Brar Credits Bumrah, Siraj For Improved Consistency

Gurnoor Brar Credits Bumrah, Siraj For Improved Consistency

Rediff.com4 days ago

India pacer Gurnoor Brar discusses how bowling alongside senior quicks Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj has improved his consistency in lengths.

Nepal flash floods: Villagers in Bihar-UP anxious after alert

Nepal flash floods: Villagers in Bihar-UP anxious after alert

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Villages along the Uttar Pradesh-Bihar border are on high alert following devastating flash floods in Nepal, with authorities monitoring the Gandak River for potential downstream surges and the NDRF deploying 20 teams for preparedness.

10 injured as crane collapses on houses in Mumbai

10 injured as crane collapses on houses in Mumbai

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Ten people, including a 3-month-old baby, were injured when a hydraulic crane toppled onto houses in Mumbai's Kurla East during preparations for demolition work, affecting goods train movement and damaging vehicles.

India-Bangladesh white-ball series likely in January 2025

India-Bangladesh white-ball series likely in January 2025

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The white-ball cricket series between India and Bangladesh is now expected to be rescheduled for January next year, as discussions between the BCCI and the Indian government continue, with the Bangladesh Cricket Board seeking an early 2025 window.

Man arrested 36 years after attacking cricket umpire in Mumbai

Man arrested 36 years after attacking cricket umpire in Mumbai

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Mumbai Police have finally apprehended Omprakash Lalta Pasi, 36 years after he allegedly attacked a cricket umpire with a bat in Borivali in 1990, following a decades-long pursuit.

Air India sacks pilot of Phuket flight hours after AIIB report

Air India sacks pilot of Phuket flight hours after AIIB report

Rediff.com1 days ago

An Air India Airbus A320 experienced a near-simultaneous loss of all three hydraulic systems at 36,000 feet on a Phuket-Delhi flight, injuring 24 people. The pilot-in-command was subsequently terminated after testing positive for banned psychoactive substances, though the AAIB has not linked this to the technical failure.

Tight security at Jantar Mantar ahead of 'Reservation Hatao' protest

Tight security at Jantar Mantar ahead of 'Reservation Hatao' protest

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

The New Delhi police has heightened security at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to prevent an anti-reservation protest.

Air India Pilot Fails Drug Test Following Mid-Air Hydraulic Failure

Air India Pilot Fails Drug Test Following Mid-Air Hydraulic Failure

Rediff.com1 days ago

An Air India Airbus A320 experienced a near-simultaneous loss of all three hydraulic systems mid-flight, causing an altitude upset and injuring 24 people. A preliminary investigation revealed the pilot-in-command tested positive for a psychoactive substance post-flight, leading to their termination, while the technical aspects of the incident are still under scrutiny.