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Delhi Man Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances Before Divorce Hearing

Delhi Man Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances Before Divorce Hearing

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A 30-year-old man, Munesh, was found dead in Delhi under suspicious circumstances, just days before a hearing in his divorce case. His family suspects foul play, noting he went missing after attending a Dussehra fair on October 20 and had received threats recently.

Rubio's India visit: Trade deal, West Asia top agenda amid strained ties

Rubio's India visit: Trade deal, West Asia top agenda amid strained ties

Rediff.com6 days ago

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is on a three-day visit to India to discuss bilateral ties in energy, trade, investment, defence, and critical technologies, as well as the West Asia crisis. His visit aims to strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership amidst existing friction, with a focus on finalising a proposed bilateral trade deal.

Audacious Kolhapur Teen Steals Uncle's Gold For SUV, Then Invites Him To Puja

Audacious Kolhapur Teen Steals Uncle's Gold For SUV, Then Invites Him To Puja

Rediff.com9 hours ago

A 19-year-old man in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, was arrested for stealing 15 tolas of gold from his uncle to purchase a luxury SUV. The accused, Samar Chavan, even invited his uncle, Umesh Chavan, to the vehicle's 'puja'. The theft came to light after Umesh filed a complaint, leading to the arrest of Samar and the jeweller who bought the stolen gold.

Interstate Wildlife Smuggling Gang Member Leads To Turtle Recovery In Indore

Interstate Wildlife Smuggling Gang Member Leads To Turtle Recovery In Indore

Rediff.com4 days ago

An anti-poaching unit in Indore recovered 21 protected turtles, including Indian Pond turtles and Star Tortoises, based on information from an arrested member of an interstate wildlife smuggling gang. Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the case, and a total of 54 turtles and a Rose-ringed Parakeet have been recovered as the investigation continues.

'That's life': Robert Vadra pens note for son Raihan amid photo exhibition row

'That's life': Robert Vadra pens note for son Raihan amid photo exhibition row

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Businessman Robert Vadra expressed support for his son Raihan Vadra after Raihan's photo exhibition faced controversy over images of "vote chori" protests. Vadra stated that his son faces headwinds but will emerge stronger, while Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticised the suppression of expression.

Social Media Threat To MLA Leads To Arrest

Social Media Threat To MLA Leads To Arrest

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 45-year-old man named Joby was arrested in Kochi for allegedly threatening and abusing Aluva MLA Anwar Sadath via a live social media video. The arrest followed a complaint by the Congress MLA after Joby's remarks, which were made in response to Sadath's statement on taking action against theft in his constituency. Police confirmed Joby has a history of criminal cases.

Semwal, Rathi Advance In Maharashtra State Open Squash

Semwal, Rathi Advance In Maharashtra State Open Squash

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Top seed Om Semwal outplayed Vir Beri, while Aarav Rathi also secured an easy victory in their respective matches at the 49th Bombay Gymkhana Maharashtra State Open Squash Tournament, advancing to the next rounds.

Manager Held After Cow Deaths At UP Shelter

Manager Held After Cow Deaths At UP Shelter

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested the manager of a cow shelter, Rahul Yadav, following the deaths of approximately six cows on October 19. The deaths are allegedly due to negligence, prompting protests from Hindu activists who demanded strict action.

Mathura Shocker: Elderly Woman Found Murdered, Jewellery Missing

Mathura Shocker: Elderly Woman Found Murdered, Jewellery Missing

Rediff.com11 hours ago

An 80-year-old woman was found murdered in her Mathura home on Sunday, with police suspecting a robbery as her jewellery was missing. The incident came to light when her domestic help discovered the body.

SC directs Centre, states to expedite special courts for NDPS, NIA cases

SC directs Centre, states to expedite special courts for NDPS, NIA cases

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Centre, states, and Union Territories to swiftly establish dedicated courts to handle the "alarming rise" in cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The directive aims to set up all 449 required NDPS courts within six weeks. Additionally, the court noted progress in establishing special courts for cases probed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), with several states committing to expedite their operationalisation.

Major Drug Bust In Mumbai: Rs 4.5 Crore Worth Of Cannabis, Mephedrone Seized

Major Drug Bust In Mumbai: Rs 4.5 Crore Worth Of Cannabis, Mephedrone Seized

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Mumbai police have seized cannabis and mephedrone valued at Rs 4.5 crore in two separate operations, leading to the arrest of four individuals. Three of the arrested suspects are repeat offenders, one of whom is involved in a murder case. The drugs were sourced from Nalasopara for distribution in Mumbai, and investigations are ongoing under the NDPS Act.

Maharashtra Revenue Official Caught Taking Bribe For Land Title Entry

Maharashtra Revenue Official Caught Taking Bribe For Land Title Entry

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Revenue department official in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 5,000 to make an entry in a 7/12 land title extract. The official, Jitendra Khetade, was caught on Friday.

ICC Confirms Early 2028 Window for LA Olympics Cricket Qualifiers

ICC Confirms Early 2028 Window for LA Olympics Cricket Qualifiers

Rediff.com2 days ago

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that the qualifiers for the Los Angeles Olympics' cricket competition will take place in January-February 2028, according to a media report.

Alphia, Pallavi's historic Asian Para bronze wins CM's praise

Alphia, Pallavi's historic Asian Para bronze wins CM's praise

Rediff.com4 days ago

Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan congratulated Alphia James and Pallavi Kaluvehalli for securing India's first-ever bronze medal in wheelchair badminton at the 2026 Asian Para Games. The CM praised their resilience and determination, while James shared her personal journey and hopes for government support.

'Win matters': INDIA bloc seat-sharing finalised, says SP leader

'Win matters': INDIA bloc seat-sharing finalised, says SP leader

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Lok Sabha MP Ramashankar Rajbhar 'Vidyarthi' announced that the INDIA bloc's seat-sharing formula has been finalised for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, with the Samajwadi Party's manifesto set for release on November 26. He emphasised a unified strategy for victory, while Congress leaders have claimed 175-200 seats, with final decisions to be made by top leadership. The article also touches upon the political landscape in UP, considering past election results and the 2027 contest.

Man Impersonating Cyber Officer Arrested For Nude Video Extortion

Man Impersonating Cyber Officer Arrested For Nude Video Extortion

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A Kollam-native, Lijo Felix, has been arrested at Thiruvananthapuram airport for allegedly impersonating a cyber cell officer. He is accused of intimidating a young woman via WhatsApp call in February this year, claiming she was under surveillance for watching sexual videos, and then coercing her into sending nude videos as part of a supposed "counselling process." The arrest was made by Thrissur Rural Cyber Crime officers upon his arrival from Germany.

Woman Found Dead After Threatening Suicide Over Marriage During Video Call

Woman Found Dead After Threatening Suicide Over Marriage During Video Call

Rediff.com14 hours ago

A 29-year-old woman in Hyderabad was found dead at her flat on Sunday morning after she allegedly threatened to end her life during a video call with a colleague over marriage. The woman, who was in a four-year relationship with the colleague, reportedly made the threat when he was attending a function with his mother. Police found her hanging after forcibly opening the door.

16 killed, 76 injured as magnitude 7 quake hits Tibet; over 12,000 evacuated

16 killed, 76 injured as magnitude 7 quake hits Tibet; over 12,000 evacuated

Rediff.com2 days ago

A powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck China's Tibet region on Thursday, resulting in at least 16 fatalities and 54 injuries. The quake, with its epicentre east-northeast of Nagqu city, caused significant damage, including the collapse of 339 houses, and led to the suspension of train services. Rescue operations are underway, with Chinese President Xi Jinping calling for all-out relief efforts.

Parents Arrested In Kozhikode For Infant Daughter's Murder

Parents Arrested In Kozhikode For Infant Daughter's Murder

Rediff.com2 days ago

A couple in Kozhikode, Kerala, has been arrested in connection with the murder of their four-month-old daughter in 2025. The father allegedly assaulted the infant for crying, leading to her death, while the mother is accused of concealing the crime. The arrests followed a prolonged investigation after a post-mortem revealed internal injuries.

US-returned TN engineer held for sending fake bomb threats to Kerala offices

US-returned TN engineer held for sending fake bomb threats to Kerala offices

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 37-year-old engineer from Tamil Nadu, Sarath Subramanian, has been arrested in Kerala for allegedly sending fake bomb threat emails to various government offices, including the Secretariat and court complexes. He confessed to 34 of 36 registered cases, stating his motive was revenge against a Tamil Nadu political party. The emails were sent via the dark web, and investigations are ongoing.

Illegal Firecracker Godown Busted In Delhi, Two Booked

Illegal Firecracker Godown Busted In Delhi, Two Booked

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Delhi Police seized 2,375 kg of green firecrackers from an illegal godown in Haiderpur village, northwest Delhi. Two individuals, Rohan Gaba and Bhavya Jaggi, were booked for unauthorised storage as they lacked valid licences, despite intending to sell the crackers after obtaining one.

Police Nab Three Over Rs 2.37 Crore Suspicious Transactions Linked To Satya Sanatan Trust

Police Nab Three Over Rs 2.37 Crore Suspicious Transactions Linked To Satya Sanatan Trust

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Sonbhadra police have arrested three individuals in connection with suspicious transactions worth Rs 2.37 crore linked to the Satya Sanatan Trust's bank account. The arrests followed 35 complaints received on the national cybercrime reporting portal, with an ongoing investigation into the roles of those involved.

Bengaluru Police Arrest Man Over AI-Generated Vidhana Soudha Blast Video

Bengaluru Police Arrest Man Over AI-Generated Vidhana Soudha Blast Video

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 25-year-old man, Hazarat Ali, has been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly uploading an AI-generated video falsely showing an explosion at Vidhana Soudha, the Karnataka legislature building. Police have registered a case and the investigation is ongoing.

Currency in Circulation Growth Hits 5-Year High, Driven by FCNR(B) Deposits

Currency in Circulation Growth Hits 5-Year High, Driven by FCNR(B) Deposits

Rediff.com1 days ago

Growth in India's currency in circulation (CiC) has reached a five-year high, primarily due to deposits under the Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank), or FCNR(B), scheme, leading to a robust increase in reserve money, according to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) 'State of the Economy' report.

Man Held In Ranchi For Alleged Rape And Murder Of Teen Girl

Man Held In Ranchi For Alleged Rape And Murder Of Teen Girl

Rediff.com4 days ago

A 23-year-old man has been arrested in Ranchi, Jharkhand, for allegedly raping and strangling a 17-year-old girl to death. The girl's body was found on Sunday, and the accused confessed to the crime after his arrest on Monday.

Bihar Police Sub-Inspector Found Hanging In Government Quarters

Bihar Police Sub-Inspector Found Hanging In Government Quarters

Rediff.com1 days ago

A sub-inspector named Yogesh Kumar was found dead by hanging at his government quarters in Bihar's Bhagalpur district on Saturday morning. Police are investigating the incident, which prima facie appears to be a suicide possibly due to family matters.

India To Host Maiden Senior Weightlifting World Championships In 2029

India To Host Maiden Senior Weightlifting World Championships In 2029

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Ahmedabad, India, has been selected to host the senior Weightlifting World Championships in 2029, marking the first time India will host this prestigious event. The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) announced the decision after its executive board meeting, also awarding the 2030 championships to Moscow and youth events to Kosovo and Venezuela.

Pak refused to accept bodies of its own soldiers in Kargil: India at UN

Pak refused to accept bodies of its own soldiers in Kargil: India at UN

Rediff.com2 days ago

India strongly criticised Pakistan at the United Nations, accusing it of hypocrisy regarding religious freedom and funeral rights. India's First Secretary Bhavika Mangalanandan highlighted Pakistan's refusal to accept the bodies of its own soldiers killed in the 1999 Kargil war, contrasting it with Pakistan's current criticism of India. She also pointed to Pakistan's poor record on minority rights and criticised a UN report for selectively targeting India.

India's Aditya Secures Historic Medal At World U-19 Boxing Championships

India's Aditya Secures Historic Medal At World U-19 Boxing Championships

Rediff.com1 days ago

Aditya has become the first Indian male boxer to secure a medal at the World Boxing U-19 Championships by reaching the semifinals in the men's 55kg category. He defeated Italy's Tommaso Orlando and will now face Nihat Gasimov of Azerbaijan. Two Indian women boxers, Megha Sheokand and Prachi Tokas, have also reached the semifinals.

'Protests achieve nothing': Shah slams Oppn

'Protests achieve nothing': Shah slams Oppn

Rediff.com3 days ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticised Opposition parties, including Congress and AAP, stating that protests are futile and asserting that the NDA will form the next government in Punjab. He also spoke about Yamuna cleaning projects and accused previous Delhi governments of pollution.

Rajasthan horror: Pregnant minor gang-raped, newborn dies after delivery

Rajasthan horror: Pregnant minor gang-raped, newborn dies after delivery

Rediff.com3 days ago

A pregnant minor girl was allegedly gang-raped in Dausa, Rajasthan. The incident came to light when she arrived at a hospital with her newborn, who was later declared dead. Police have registered a case, recorded the victim's statement, and detained a suspect for questioning. The investigation is ongoing.

Union Home Minister Assures Justice To Families Affected By Punjab's Drug Menace

Union Home Minister Assures Justice To Families Affected By Punjab's Drug Menace

Rediff.com5 days ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Punjab to meet families of individuals who died in incidents linked to the state's drug menace. He assured justice to the families of Gulzar Singh, Bikramjit Singh, and anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, who were victims of drug-related issues. The visit comes amidst a political slugfest ahead of upcoming Assembly elections, with opposition parties criticising the AAP government over the drug problem.

Delhi Police Arrest Man In Rs 2 Lakh Saudi Riyal Exchange Fraud

Delhi Police Arrest Man In Rs 2 Lakh Saudi Riyal Exchange Fraud

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested Sadiq Sheikh for allegedly cheating a taxi driver, Akhilesh Kumar, of Rs 2 lakh in a fake Saudi riyal exchange scam. The accused gained the driver's confidence through a smaller transaction before swapping his cash bag with one containing newspapers during a larger deal. Efforts are underway to apprehend his associates.

Alvarez apologises to Atletico fans for Barcelona comments after scoring winner

Alvarez apologises to Atletico fans for Barcelona comments after scoring winner

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez scored the winning goal against Deportivo La Coruna and then publicly apologised to fans for previous comments expressing his desire to play for Barcelona, acknowledging their anger and hoping to win them over with hard work.

Tragedy Strikes Jharkhand: Two Couples Die In Separate Incidents

Tragedy Strikes Jharkhand: Two Couples Die In Separate Incidents

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Two separate tragic incidents in Jharkhand saw couples die. In Lohardaga, a newly married couple died by self-immolation on Saturday, suspected due to mental stress. In Jamtara, an interfaith couple allegedly died by suicide on railway tracks on Saturday, reportedly due to family opposition to their relationship.

Pune Police Make More Arrests In Businessman Attack Case

Pune Police Make More Arrests In Businessman Attack Case

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Pune police have arrested two more individuals, Swapnil Bhagwan Kamble and Chaitanya Uttam Babar, in connection with the alleged contract attack on businessman Rana Suryavanshi near Baramati airport. A minor has also been apprehended, bringing the total arrests to four. The attack was reportedly a contract hit for Rs 2 lakh, with one accused, Dnyandev Mahadev Shinde, allegedly paying two youths to execute it. The motive behind the crime is yet to be established.

Why Southern States Want Families To Have More Kids

Why Southern States Want Families To Have More Kids

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Southern chief ministers fear population stabilisation could reduce their parliamentary representation and tax devolution benefits.

Cabinet Secretariat took no action on 2 ECs' complaints against poll panel officer: RTI

Cabinet Secretariat took no action on 2 ECs' complaints against poll panel officer: RTI

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Cabinet Secretariat declined to act on complaints from two Election Commissioners regarding a Senior Deputy Election Commissioner's conduct, citing that the communications were in an "individual capacity" and not an official stance from the Election Commission as a whole. This decision was based on concerns about potential interference in the constitutional body's functioning.

Tribal Woman Beaten To Death In Jharkhand Over Witchcraft Allegations

Tribal Woman Beaten To Death In Jharkhand Over Witchcraft Allegations

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 46-year-old tribal woman, Rendai Sumbrai, was allegedly beaten to death by unidentified persons in Koljomro village, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Police suspect the motive behind the killing is related to accusations of practising black magic. Two suspects have been detained, and a search is on for others involved.

Cyberbullying Allegations Lead To YouTuber's Arrest In Suicide Case

Cyberbullying Allegations Lead To YouTuber's Arrest In Suicide Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

YouTuber Jason Samuel Vijayakumar has been arrested in Chennai for allegedly abetting the suicide of financial content creator V Harish. Harish, who ran "Finance with Harish" with 1.3 million followers, reportedly faced cyberbullying and defamatory videos from Vijayakumar, leading to mental distress and his death by suicide on October 20, 2026. Vijayakumar denies the allegations, claiming he acted in consumer interest by questioning Harish's lack of a SEBI-registered license.