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UP boy killed in accidental shooting at birthday party

UP boy killed in accidental shooting at birthday party

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A 13-year-old boy was killed in Lucknow, India, during a birthday party after allegedly being shot by another minor with a licensed revolver. Police are investigating the incident, which the victim's family disputes as accidental.

'Everyone has become heroes': J&K coach Ajay Sharma hails team

'Everyone has become heroes': J&K coach Ajay Sharma hails team

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Head coach Ajay Sharma said the Ranji Trophy triumph has helped Jammu and Kashmir to unearth new cricketing heroes.

Class 12 student on joyride mows down 6-year-old, injures 4

Class 12 student on joyride mows down 6-year-old, injures 4

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The speeding Swift car hit an autorickshaw before ploughing into people walking along the roadside.

SC allows Indore student barred over meme to write Class 10 exam

SC allows Indore student barred over meme to write Class 10 exam

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has allowed a minor boy, rusticated from an Indore school for circulating an objectionable meme, to appear for his Class 10 examination, directing the CISCE to issue an admit card.

India Inc lauds Budget for bold bets on AI, data centres

India Inc lauds Budget for bold bets on AI, data centres

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

India Inc on Sunday hailed the Union Budget 2026-27 as a 'structural shift' in the country's technology landscape, noting that the government is moving beyond fragmented pilots to build foundational layers where AI serves as a 'horizontal enabler' for the entire economy.

AI adoption in MSMEs can unlock over $500 bn value: BCGX-FICCI report

AI adoption in MSMEs can unlock over $500 bn value: BCGX-FICCI report

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in India's 64 million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) alone could unlock over $500 billion in economic value, but the country must pivot from an "adopt-first" to an "invent-first" mindset to realise this potential, according to a new report.

SC to hear statutory age of consent issue on Nov 12

SC to hear statutory age of consent issue on Nov 12

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing for November 12 to address the statutory age of consent for adolescents, emphasizing the need for a continuous and comprehensive examination of the issue. The Centre defends the current age of consent, while an amicus curiae suggests lowering it.

'Solver' Exam Scam: AI Apps, Fake Facial ID

'Solver' Exam Scam: AI Apps, Fake Facial ID

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The Lucknow police have uncovered a cheating racket that mimicked the style of exam fraud seen in the first Munnabhai film, where real candidates were replaced by professional impersonators to sit for competitive exams.

Nipun Mehta's commencement address at The Harker School

Nipun Mehta's commencement address at The Harker School

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

In his commencement address to the class of 2013 at the Harker University, Nipun Mehta spoke of the importance of gratitude and other human values.

15 killed, 16 hurt after bus hits van on Agra-Aligarh NH in UP

15 killed, 16 hurt after bus hits van on Agra-Aligarh NH in UP

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Thirteen people have also been injured in the accident and admitted to a government hospital.

Promoter dilution in small, midcaps surges

Promoter dilution in small, midcaps surges

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

The controlling shareholders of smaller and mid-sized companies are reducing their stakes at levels seldom seen since the 2008 global financial crisis. Over 20 per cent of companies listed on BSE MidCap and BSE SmallCap have seen a decline in promoter holdings for five consecutive quarters, reveals data from DSP Mutual Fund, shared with Business Standard. In the latest June quarter, the figure stood at 22.6 per cent.

Govt asks social media firms to remove Kolkata victim's details

Govt asks social media firms to remove Kolkata victim's details

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Seeking prompt removal of identifiable references of the deceased from all social media platforms, the IT ministry warned that failure to comply with the apex court's order may result in legal consequences and further regulatory action.

'We Will See Rise Of Four New Stars'

'We Will See Rise Of Four New Stars'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Amid much fanfare, the makers and star cast of Ishq Vishk Rebound unveiled the trailer for their coming teen romance.

Guess Who 'Can't Wait' To See Pashmina's Debut?

Guess Who 'Can't Wait' To See Pashmina's Debut?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Hrithik Roshan's cousin Pashmina Roshan is all set to make her debut in Ishq Vishk Rebound, and now, the film has got a release date.

Internet joke backfires miserably on Yuvraj and Co.

Internet joke backfires miserably on Yuvraj and Co.

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

A video showing Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, and Raina mimicking physical discomfort by limping and holding their backs has resulted in a police complaint

Hathras stampede: On grilling Baba, probe panel says...

Hathras stampede: On grilling Baba, probe panel says...

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

The judicial commission set up by the Uttar Pradesh government will speak to anyone required for its inquiry into the July 2 Hathras stampede, a probe panel member said on Sunday when asked if self-styled godman Bhole Baba will also be questioned.

Hathras stampede: Hunt on for preacher Bhole Baba

Hathras stampede: Hunt on for preacher Bhole Baba

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

'No one has been given a clean chit. The investigation is on and government agencies are searching for the main accused who is absconding'

Ready For Kartik, Prabhas, Dhanush?

Ready For Kartik, Prabhas, Dhanush?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Many interesting films with A-Listers line up for release in June.

Hathras stampede main accused surrenders in Delhi

Hathras stampede main accused surrenders in Delhi

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

In a video message, Madhukar's lawyer AP Singh claimed that his client had surrendered in Delhi, where he was undergoing treatment.

Ishq Vishk Rebound Review: Flat Rom-Com

Ishq Vishk Rebound Review: Flat Rom-Com

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Ishq Vishk Rebound is a drab romance and dull comedy that even the intended teen audience might have a hard time keeping up with, sighs Mayur Sanap.

Hathras satsang stampede: Police suspect 'political link' to Bhole Baba

Hathras satsang stampede: Police suspect 'political link' to Bhole Baba

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

The Hathras SP said the investigation also revealed that some political parties had contacted him some time back.

Air India, TASL to invest Rs 2,300 crore in Karnataka

Air India, TASL to invest Rs 2,300 crore in Karnataka

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Air India and Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL), a player in aerospace and defence solutions, on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Karnataka government for an investment of ~2,300 crore in the state's aerospace and defence sector. The strategic move is expected to enhance Karnataka's aerospace ecosystem and help create over 1,600 direct and 25,000 indirect jobs in the state.

'Love Keeps Evolving But That Simplicity Has Gone'

'Love Keeps Evolving But That Simplicity Has Gone'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

'Love in today's time is very fast-paced, whereas I seek calmness in love.'

MF IPO anchor bigger than foreign investors for 2nd yr

MF IPO anchor bigger than foreign investors for 2nd yr

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Mutual funds (MFs) are likely to surpass foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) in terms of anchor investments in initial public offerings (IPOs) for the second consecutive year. In calendar year 2023 so far, MFs have invested Rs 5,577 crore as anchor investors, compared to the Rs 5,417 crore invested by FPIs this year. In 2022, MFs put in Rs 9,026 crore as anchor investment, 21 per cent higher than the FPI tally of Rs 7,105 crore. This marked the first time since 2014 that MFs had outpaced FPIs in anchor investments.

Conversion accused found with 30 Pak numbers in phone: UP police

Conversion accused found with 30 Pak numbers in phone: UP police

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

The police have seized Khan's two mobile phones and also his CPU for further investigation.

Air India acquires first A350 aircraft through GIFT City

Air India acquires first A350 aircraft through GIFT City

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Air India on Friday said it has completed the acquisition of its first A350-900 aircraft by way of a finance lease transaction with HSBC through the GIFT City. This is also the first wide body aircraft to be leased through the GIFT City, the country's first International Financial Services Centre (IFSC). In a release, the airline said the transaction was facilitated by its wholly-owned subsidiary AI Fleet Services Ltd (AIFS) and is also the first financing transaction from the orders for 470 aircraft that were made earlier this year.

Himachal: IAF rescues over 780 people in 48 hrs

Himachal: IAF rescues over 780 people in 48 hrs

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Choppers belonging to the Western Air Command carried out over 50 sorties over the last 48 hours, rescuing over 780 citizens in the flood-affected areas of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, Indian Air Force officials said.

Equity capital market league tables see a significant reshuffle at the top

Equity capital market league tables see a significant reshuffle at the top

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Jefferies, IIFL, and JM Financial - none of which were in the top five last year - have now claimed the top spots in the league tables for equity capital markets (ECM) during the first nine months of calendar year 2023 (CY23), a period characterised by small- and mid-sized transactions. This shift marks a significant change, with these firms outperforming the bulge-bracket investment banks. According to data provided by Refinitiv, Jefferies leads the domestic ECM market, having handled share sales worth $2.3 billion, representing 12.4 per cent of the total volume of $18.4 billion for ECM transactions.

Air India, Sabre ink fare, seat access deal

Air India, Sabre ink fare, seat access deal

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Full service carrier Air India on Thursday announced a new multi-year global distribution services partnership with US-based Sabre Corporation. The collaboration enables travel agents and corporations around the world to access Air India fares and seats through Sabre's extensive global travel marketplace, Air India said in a statement. In addition to the distribution services, Air India said it is utilising Sabre's consultancy expertise to help determine optimal routes for its existing and new fleet.

'IPO market has bullish outlook in 2024'

'IPO market has bullish outlook in 2024'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

'A key reason for the strong interest in IPOs has been an increased focus on profitability and reasonable pricing of deals.'

Physically challenged stars take lockdown challenge

Physically challenged stars take lockdown challenge

Rediff.com7 May 2020

These talented youngsters prove that nothing is impossible.

New equipment boost Army's combat capability in Ladakh

New equipment boost Army's combat capability in Ladakh

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday handed over to the Army a raft of home-grown military hardware including unmanned aerial systems, quick reaction fighting vehicles, patrol boats and surveillance equipment for boosting its overall combat capability in eastern Ladakh.

What Shahid Finds 'Really Tough'

What Shahid Finds 'Really Tough'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Shahid Kapoor packs in a lot of blood and gore in his new film, Bloody Daddy, directed by Ali Abbas Zafar (Tiger Zinda Hai, Gunday).

UP doctor booked for alleging false 'beheading threat'

UP doctor booked for alleging false 'beheading threat'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Police on Sunday said they have booked a doctor for lodging a false complaint alleging that he was getting threat calls for supporting Hindu organisations, just to gain publicity.

Air India leases six A320 neo aircraft from Chinese bank

Air India leases six A320 neo aircraft from Chinese bank

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Air India has leased a fleet of six Airbus A320 neo aircraft from CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co Limited, to boost the Tata Group-owned company's transformation journey, a statement said on Wednesday. The leasing agreement was signed on the sidelines of the Airline Economics Growth Frontiers Asia Pacific 2022 conference, said the CDB Asia statement. CDB Aviation is among the first aircraft leasing companies to secure the placement of Air India's additional A320 neo aircraft under the recently announced multi-stage transformation plan since the purchase of the airline by Tata group, which aims to increase the carrier's fleet and help it boost both domestic and international operations.

Heavy rains kill 19 in UP in 24 hrs, schools shut

Heavy rains kill 19 in UP in 24 hrs, schools shut

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Nineteen people have been killed in rain-related incidents in Uttar Pradesh in the past 24 hours, the state relief commissioner's office said Monday evening.

'You can't crunch 2 years of learning into 2 or 3 months'

'You can't crunch 2 years of learning into 2 or 3 months'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

'There are large cohorts of students who cannot recognise the alphabet or numbers.' 'We are suggesting schools 'start early and end late'.'

Meet Hrithik's GORGEOUS Cousin

Meet Hrithik's GORGEOUS Cousin

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

There's a new star kid in town.

Air India places order for 840 aircraft; includes option to buy 370 planes: Official

Air India places order for 840 aircraft; includes option to buy 370 planes: Official

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Tata Group-owned Air India has placed an order for 840 planes with Airbus and Boeing, including the option to acquire 370 aircraft, with a senior airline official on Thursday saying the order is a "landmark moment" in the Indian aviation history. The announcement by Air India's Chief Commercial and Transformation Officer Nipun Aggarwal comes a day after the airline said it has placed a firm order for 470 aircraft -- 250 from Airbus and 220 from Boeing. In a LinkedIn post, Aggarwal said the airline is humbled by the excitement generated across the world by the airline's aircraft order.

Accused in Mumbai student's murder was not official guard, would harass her: Cops

Accused in Mumbai student's murder was not official guard, would harass her: Cops

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

The 35-year-old security guard who was the prime suspect in the rape and murder of an 18-year-old girl student of a government hostel in south Mumbai, was not officially appointed but was a laundry man who died by suicide after the crime, the police said on Wednesday.