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HC questions DU's blanket ban on campus protests, seeks explanation

HC questions DU's blanket ban on campus protests, seeks explanation

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Delhi High Court has questioned the blanket ban on protests and demonstrations on the Delhi University campus, seeking justification from the university and Delhi Police. The court acknowledged the need for balance but emphasized that a complete prohibition is likely untenable.

Himanta Warns Bangladesh Over Threats To North East

Himanta Warns Bangladesh Over Threats To North East

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Bangladesh needed to be clearly told that New Delhi would respond firmly if such rhetoric continued.

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Rediff.com7 days ago

'In Manipur, we have this thing called shaman where you get possessed. Making Boong possessed us.'

Air India tickets to get costlier as airline levies fuel surcharge

Air India tickets to get costlier as airline levies fuel surcharge

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Air India and Air India Express are introducing a fuel surcharge on domestic and international flights due to rising jet fuel prices, impacting travel costs for passengers.

'Nitish May Have Been Moved Aside, But Nitishism Is Not Over'

'Nitish May Have Been Moved Aside, But Nitishism Is Not Over'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Nitish Kumar may be marginalised as an office-holder, but that is not the same thing as the disappearance of Nitish Kumar's politics.'

Air India Delhi-New York flight suffers engine damage at Delhi airport

Air India Delhi-New York flight suffers engine damage at Delhi airport

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

An Air India Airbus A350 sustained engine damage after ingesting a baggage container while taxiing at Delhi airport. The incident occurred after the flight returned to Delhi due to the unexpected closure of Iranian airspace. The DGCA is investigating.

North India reels under near-freezing temperatures

North India reels under near-freezing temperatures

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

A severe cold wave has gripped North India, with temperatures plummeting to near-freezing levels in several areas. The cold wave has disrupted daily life, with dense fog affecting visibility and forcing people to stay indoors.

Bhopal man dies after speeding Thar rams his car in Goa

Bhopal man dies after speeding Thar rams his car in Goa

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

A tourist from Bhopal died in a road accident in North Goa after his car was hit by an SUV allegedly driven by a 19-year-old. Police are investigating the incident and have arrested the driver for rash and negligent driving.

Urban India likely to account for 70% of GDP in FY26

Urban India likely to account for 70% of GDP in FY26

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

India's urban areas are projected to contribute 70 per cent of gross domestic product in 2025-26, up from 45 per cent in the 1990s, according to a report by Dun & Bradstreet.

Canteen Owner Murdered, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna

Canteen Owner Murdered, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A 29-year-old man and his accomplices allegedly murdered a canteen owner in Delhi, dismembered his body, and disposed of the remains in the Yamuna River, motivated by greed for gold and cash.

Oil tanker with 15 Indian crew members attacked near Oman; 4 hurt

Oil tanker with 15 Indian crew members attacked near Oman; 4 hurt

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A Palau-flagged oil tanker with 15 Indian crew members was attacked off the coast of Oman, resulting in injuries. The incident occurred amidst rising tensions in the Middle East following attacks between Iran, the US, and Israel.

Rajaji's statue to replace Lutyens' at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rajaji's statue to replace Lutyens' at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the replacement of Edwin Lutyens' statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan with one of C Rajagopalachari, emphasizing a move away from colonial symbols and towards honoring Indian leaders.

Scuffle at DU: YouTuber alleges assault; AISA denies charges

Scuffle at DU: YouTuber alleges assault; AISA denies charges

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

A YouTuber claims she was assaulted at a Delhi University protest, sparking controversy as a student group refutes the allegations, leading to police investigation and calls for social harmony.

Arjun Rao, general partner at Speciale Invest: 'India Must Play to Its AI Strengths'

Arjun Rao, general partner at Speciale Invest: 'India Must Play to Its AI Strengths'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'There are certain sovereign AI domains where we must build capabilities using our own data, our own language models, and make our own attempts at global models.'

Biker death: Sub-contractor held for failing to report fall

Biker death: Sub-contractor held for failing to report fall

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Delhi government suspends officials suspected of negligence after a motorcyclist died falling into a pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board in Janakpuri. An investigation is underway, and FIRs have been filed against the DJB and the contractor.

Man Killed, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna Over Money Dispute

Man Killed, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna Over Money Dispute

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A man was killed, his body chopped into pieces and dumped in the Yamuna River by his friend and his associates after he refused to give them money, according to police. Four people, including a woman, have been arrested in connection with the killing.

25 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested In Mumbai

25 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested In Mumbai

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Investigations reveal that many of them had been residing in the country for the past six to eight years.

Modi attends Christmas morning service at Delhi Church

Modi attends Christmas morning service at Delhi Church

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a Christmas morning service at the Cathedral Church of the Redemption in Delhi, joining a large congregation. The service included prayers, carols, and a special prayer for the Prime Minister. The Vice President also extended Christmas greetings.

Trump Is Caught Between Two Bad Options

Trump Is Caught Between Two Bad Options

Rediff.com2 days ago

Fight on toward goals that keep receding, or exit with most objectives unmet. Trump is agitated, his poll numbers falling below the Plimsoll line, his base fractured between those who back the war and those who remember that he campaigned on ending them.

Inside Jadeja's proud moment with PM Modi

Inside Jadeja's proud moment with PM Modi

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Parliament House in New Delhi, calling it a moment of pride and inspiration.

Baramulla Express: How Auqib Nabi Sparked Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy Triumph!

Baramulla Express: How Auqib Nabi Sparked Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy Triumph!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Auqib Nabi's journey from a small village in Baramulla to becoming a key player in Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy victory is a story of perseverance and dedication.

T20 World Cup: How Dhoni Inspired UAE's Batting Star Sohaib

T20 World Cup: How Dhoni Inspired UAE's Batting Star Sohaib

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

UAE batter Sohaib Khan credits Mahendra Singh Dhoni's philosophy of staying calm under pressure for his match-winning innings against Canada in the T20 World Cup on Friday.

Why I Cycled From Kashmir To Kanyakumari

Why I Cycled From Kashmir To Kanyakumari

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

'That journey across India has changed me forever.'

Iran Plays Hardball With India's Hormuz Requests

Iran Plays Hardball With India's Hormuz Requests

Rediff.com5 days ago

'I suspect that Bangladesh being given permission stuck in India's official craw, and this story was an attempt to balance the scales by giving the impression that a similar waiver had been given to India as well.'

13 Must-Visit Indian Literary Festivals

13 Must-Visit Indian Literary Festivals

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Lit fests in India have become vibrant cultural celebrations across India, bringing together celebrated authors, emerging voices, poets, thinkers and passionate readers, many of them very young, under one lively roof.

Delhi woman, who witnessed husband's murder in 2023, shot dead

Delhi woman, who witnessed husband's murder in 2023, shot dead

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

A 44-year-old woman was shot dead in northwest Delhi. Police suspect the killing is related to the 2023 murder of her husband, in which she was a key witness.

Homemaker's labour enables earning spouse to function well: HC

Homemaker's labour enables earning spouse to function well: HC

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

The Delhi High Court has ruled that a homemaker's labor is essential for the earning spouse's success and that disregarding these contributions when determining maintenance is unjust. The court emphasized that a wife's non-employment should not be equated with idleness and that the economic value of her contributions must be recognized.

Govt moves to shield trade as Iran war chokes sea routes

Govt moves to shield trade as Iran war chokes sea routes

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

With the Iran war escalating sharply and crisis deepening in the global energy market, India on Monday unveiled a coordinated plan to support exporters and shippers caught in the fallout.

Is Congress-DMK alliance sliding towards collapse over power tussle?

Is Congress-DMK alliance sliding towards collapse over power tussle?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

The DMK leads the multi-party Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) in Tamil Nadu and the constituents include the Congress and the Left parties.

Can India Reset Ties With Bangladesh?

Can India Reset Ties With Bangladesh?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Sensitive issues remain. Water sharing of the Ganga and Teesta rivers. Treatment of minorities, particularly Hindus. Border management. Trade imbalances. Connectivity projects.What happens next will shape not just bilateral ties, but the balance of South Asia itself, points out Ramesh Menon.

Delhi shivers as cold day grips city, air quality plummets

Delhi shivers as cold day grips city, air quality plummets

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Delhi experiences a biting chill with 'cold day' conditions and dense fog, coupled with 'very poor' air quality. The IMD forecasts continued cold weather and potential light rain.

Modi To Land On Highway In Assam

Modi To Land On Highway In Assam

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The PM's landing will be followed by an IAF airshow featuring around 16 aircraft.

Taj Mahal To Dal Lake: North India's Winter Fog

Taj Mahal To Dal Lake: North India's Winter Fog

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Dense winter fog and smog have gripped several Indian cities, from Agra's Taj Mahal to the streets of New Delhi, Srinagar, Lucknow, and beyond. These chilling visuals capture how residents, commuters, and tourists are coping with poor visibility and biting cold. From washermen on the Gomti riverbank to Shikara rides in Dal Lake, the photographs highlight the impact of extreme weather on daily life across northern India.

Inside Jammu and Kashmir cricket's rise

Inside Jammu and Kashmir cricket's rise

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

BCCI president Mithun Manhas reflects on the journey of Jammu and Kashmir cricket, from overcoming mismanagement and corruption to reaching their first-ever Ranji Trophy final.

Where Is Sanya Coming From?

Where Is Sanya Coming From?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Sara Arjun at the airport... Manisha at Salman's office... Mrunal promotes film...

Swami Vs Yogi: The Showdown In Uttar Pradesh

Swami Vs Yogi: The Showdown In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Tensions between Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and the Uttar Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have drawn national attention in recent months.

Budget Gets a New Address

Budget Gets a New Address

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Nirmala Sitharaman moved into her Kartavya Bhavan office on October 2, in time to get the work on the Budget 2026-2027 going.

Dense fog threatens flight ops in North India, warning issued

Dense fog threatens flight ops in North India, warning issued

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) on Monday issued a travel advisory as dense fog gripped Northern India, urging passengers to check their flight status before leaving for the airport to avoid prolonged waiting periods at the airport in case of flight cancellations or delays.

Morkel Vs Morkel: Brothers In Rival Dugouts At T20 WC

Morkel Vs Morkel: Brothers In Rival Dugouts At T20 WC

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Albie and Morne Morkel find themselves in rival dugouts as South Africa face India in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash.

Rajiv Gandhi: 'I Can't Sack People'

Rajiv Gandhi: 'I Can't Sack People'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

'When I met the prime minister, he asked me, "Dr Ganguly, what do you do with people in your company who lie to you?"' 'I said, "Prime Minister, we counsel them and give them a gentle warning. If they lie again, they are sacked".' '"This is my problem,'" Rajiv responded. "I can't sack people in government".' A revealing excerpt from former Hindustan Lever Chairman Dr Ashok S Ganguly's We Are Our Future: Reflections On Life.