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BJP's Assam Sweep Redrew Political Map

BJP's Assam Sweep Redrew Political Map

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The 2026 election appears to have reinforced a new political formula in Assam: Strong organisation, continuous grassroots engagement, effective alliance management and welfare-based voter outreach.

No plans for fuel rationing, supply adequate: Oil ministry official

No plans for fuel rationing, supply adequate: Oil ministry official

Rediff.com11 May 2026

India has no plans to ration fuel supplies despite ongoing disruptions in global energy markets, according to a top oil ministry official. The country has maintained adequate inventories of crude products and LPG while diversifying imports to manage supply risks.

Nagaland Opens Cultural Centre To Preserve Indigenous Heritage

Nagaland Opens Cultural Centre To Preserve Indigenous Heritage

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Nagaland Indigenous Tribes Cultural Resource Centre has been inaugurated in Kohima to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of the state's indigenous tribes.

New TN cabinet vows break from Dravidian-era governance

New TN cabinet vows break from Dravidian-era governance

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Following the swearing-in of C Joseph Vijay as Tamil Nadu's chief minister, the new cabinet has pledged a 'white paper' audit of all state departments and a 'zero-interference' policy in administration, signalling a significant shift in governance.

Bombay HC Upholds Denial Of Autorickshaw Permit To 26/11 Accused

Bombay HC Upholds Denial Of Autorickshaw Permit To 26/11 Accused

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has upheld the police's decision to deny a clearance certificate to Fahim Ansari, acquitted in the 26/11 terror attack case, preventing him from driving an autorickshaw for livelihood, citing public safety and national security concerns.

Supreme Court Orders Probe Into Attack On Woman Advocate

Supreme Court Orders Probe Into Attack On Woman Advocate

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi Police to investigate the brutal assault on a woman advocate, allegedly by her husband, and has asked for a senior officer to lead the probe. The court also addressed concerns about hospitals refusing the victim admission and directed financial assistance.

Bombay HC Shocked By Demolition Of Ambedkar's Printing Press

Bombay HC Shocked By Demolition Of Ambedkar's Printing Press

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Bombay High Court has expressed shock over the demolition of a printing press set up by Dr B R Ambedkar in Mumbai in 2016 and has criticised the city police for their inaction despite complaints.

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Fraud Allegations

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Fraud Allegations

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an alleged associate of a Punjab Aam Aadmi Party functionary, as part of a money laundering probe against two realty groups accused of fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.

AFI Denies Formal Athletics Tie-Up With Russia

AFI Denies Formal Athletics Tie-Up With Russia

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has denied signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Russian athletics federation, amidst ongoing sanctions and the conflict in Ukraine.

India's M&A market resilient, poised for $200 billion annual run-rate

India's M&A market resilient, poised for $200 billion annual run-rate

Rediff.com11 May 2026

India's mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market is projected to maintain an annual run-rate of approximately $200 billion, evenly split between domestic, inbound, and outbound transactions, despite global geopolitical turbulence, according to Rajesh Singhi, global co-head, M&A Advisory, Standard Chartered Bank.

NEET-UG 2006 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

NEET-UG 2006 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Rather than thinking it as an unfortunate event, experts urge students to see it as 'another opportunity to improve your score. Focus on improving in your weak chapters/units.'

Increasing strength of Parliament to 850 a 'joke': Tharoor

Increasing strength of Parliament to 850 a 'joke': Tharoor

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor criticised the proposal to increase the Lok Sabha's strength to 850, while BJP leaders defended delimitation as a democratic necessity at the Stanford India Conference 2026.

ED Conducts Raids In Punjab Over Realty Fraud Case

ED Conducts Raids In Punjab Over Realty Fraud Case

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an official in the CMO, as part of a money laundering probe against realty groups accused of fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.

NEET-UG 2026 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

NEET-UG 2026 Cancellation: Dos And Don'ts For Students

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Rather than thinking it as an unfortunate event, experts urge students to see it as 'another opportunity to improve your score. Focus on improving in your weak chapters/units.'

Higher input costs, price hikes may play spoilsport for HUL

Higher input costs, price hikes may play spoilsport for HUL

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Hindustan Unilever (HUL) exceeded consensus estimates in Q4FY26, driven by lower overheads and 6 per cent consolidated volume growth. However, the company anticipates further price hikes to counter an expected 8-10 per cent material cost inflation, while maintaining a mid-term margin guidance of 22.5-23.5 per cent.

Govt Not Complacent, More Reforms In The Pipeline: Shaktikanta Das

Govt Not Complacent, More Reforms In The Pipeline: Shaktikanta Das

Rediff.com12 May 2026

'Policy consistency combined with timely and calibrated reforms are expected to ensure that India not only maintains macroeconomic stability, but also emerges as a globally competitive and inclusive economy.'

Kota Hospital Deaths: Infection Source Remains A Mystery

Kota Hospital Deaths: Infection Source Remains A Mystery

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The condition of three women remains critical after contracting a kidney infection following caesarean deliveries at a government hospital in Kota. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the infection, which has already resulted in two deaths.

How Paytm Can Benefit From PPBL Licence Cancellation

How Paytm Can Benefit From PPBL Licence Cancellation

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Bernstein brokerage firm maintains 'Outperform' rating for Paytm, stating the PPBL licence cancellation will not impact Paytm's business and may open new regulatory opportunities.

No terror sanctuary is safe: India warns Pak on Op Sindoor anniv

No terror sanctuary is safe: India warns Pak on Op Sindoor anniv

Rediff.com7 May 2026

On the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, the Indian military issued a stern warning to Pakistan, stating that no terror sanctuary across the border is safe and that India will continue to dismantle terrorist infrastructure.

'He's just built differently': Ryan Rickelton on batting with Rohit Sharma

'He's just built differently': Ryan Rickelton on batting with Rohit Sharma

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Ryan Rickelton praises Rohit Sharma's class and calmness after their 143-run stand powers Mumbai Indians' chase, while also giving an update on Hardik Pandya's fitness.

Bhagwant Mann: BJP Creating Fear In Punjab Ahead Of Polls

Bhagwant Mann: BJP Creating Fear In Punjab Ahead Of Polls

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has accused the BJP of attempting to destabilise the state and create an atmosphere of fear ahead of upcoming elections, following twin blasts in Amritsar and Jalandhar.

Bandar Teaser: Come For Anurag Kashyap, Stay For Bobby Deol

Bandar Teaser: Come For Anurag Kashyap, Stay For Bobby Deol

Rediff.com7 May 2026

With all the talent involved, Bandar does look like it's aiming for something wild and exciting, notes Mayur Sanap.

Mumbai Concert Tragedy: Court Denies Bail To Organisers

Mumbai Concert Tragedy: Court Denies Bail To Organisers

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A special court in Mumbai has denied bail to the key organisers of a concert where two people died of suspected drug overdose. The court cited poor management and greed for money as factors that turned the event into a tragedy.

Mumbai family deaths: No bacterial infection detected in initial report

Mumbai family deaths: No bacterial infection detected in initial report

Rediff.com7 May 2026

An initial report has ruled out bacterial infection in the deaths of four Mumbai family members who consumed watermelon. Further investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of death.

Kerala Nursing Student Found Dead In Bengaluru Hostel

Kerala Nursing Student Found Dead In Bengaluru Hostel

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A 19-year-old nursing student from Kerala was found dead in his hostel room in Bengaluru, with police investigating the possibility of suicide and allegations of foul play.

Court orders confiscation of arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari's assets

Court orders confiscation of arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari's assets

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A Delhi court has ordered the confiscation of several properties belonging to UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari under the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, following his declaration as a fugitive in a money laundering case.

Court Denies Bail To TCS Employee In Conversion Case

Court Denies Bail To TCS Employee In Conversion Case

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A Nashik court denied pre-arrest bail to a TCS employee accused of sexual harassment and forcible conversion, citing a 'systematic plan' to brainwash the victim and send her to Malaysia. The court emphasised the need for custodial interrogation to uncover the root of the case, highlighting the multi-dimensional nature of the alleged offence.

India's Manufacturing growth sees mild recovery in Apr

India's Manufacturing growth sees mild recovery in Apr

Rediff.com4 May 2026

India's manufacturing sector experienced a mild recovery in April, with the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rising to 54.7 from 53.9 in March. However, inflationary pressures intensified, with input costs increasing at the fastest pace since August 2022, largely attributed to the Middle East conflict.

Wedding Procession Delayed: Consumer Commission Orders Compensation

Wedding Procession Delayed: Consumer Commission Orders Compensation

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A Delhi consumer commission has directed a transport service provider to refund money and pay compensation to a man whose wedding procession was delayed after a hired bus broke down.

Dehydrated At Work? Blame Your Office AC!

Dehydrated At Work? Blame Your Office AC!

Rediff.com6 May 2026

While being in an air-conditioned room can make you feel pleasant and comfortable, it also has its disadvantages, says Dr Manjusha Agarwal, consultant-internal medicine at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai.

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Land Use Violations

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Land Use Violations

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches in Punjab and Chandigarh, targeting realty groups and individuals linked to an official in the Chief Minister's Office, as part of a money laundering investigation into fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.

How Cricket Strengthens India-Jamaica Relations

How Cricket Strengthens India-Jamaica Relations

Rediff.com4 May 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the unifying role of cricket between India and Jamaica, dedicating a digital scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park in Kingston.

India likely to witness above-normal rainfall in May: IMD

India likely to witness above-normal rainfall in May: IMD

Rediff.com1 May 2026

India is likely to witness a mixed temperature pattern along with wetter-than-usual conditions in May, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) indicating that rainfall across the country is "most likely to be above normal" at over 110 per cent of the long period average (LPA).

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings eye big turnaround in Dharamshala

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings eye big turnaround in Dharamshala

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Punjab Kings aims to regain winning momentum as they move to their home base in Dharamshala for a crucial three-match stint, following a loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Ian Bishop decodes the Sooryavanshi storm at IPL 2026

Ian Bishop decodes the Sooryavanshi storm at IPL 2026

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's impressive batting in the IPL has caught the attention of cricket commentator Ian Bishop, who attributes the young player's success to his strong mental and technical abilities.

NCB Officers Suspended After Custody Death Of BSF Constable

NCB Officers Suspended After Custody Death Of BSF Constable

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Two Narcotics Control Bureau officers have been suspended following the death of a Border Security Force constable in custody. The constable, arrested in connection with a narcotics case, died of cardiac arrest after experiencing chest pain while being transported from Jammu to Amritsar.

Mizoram: Forged Documents Used To Free Prisoners

Mizoram: Forged Documents Used To Free Prisoners

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Seventeen prisoners in Mizoram were allegedly fraudulently released from jail using forged court documents and fake release orders. Police have arrested two people in connection with the racket.

Agniveers can't claim parity with regular soldiers: Govt

Agniveers can't claim parity with regular soldiers: Govt

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Union government has informed the Bombay High Court that Agniveers are not "similarly situated" as regular soldiers and hence, cannot claim parity in pensionary benefits for their next of kin in the event of death in action.

CM Vijay resigns from Tiruchurapalli East seat, retains Perambur

CM Vijay resigns from Tiruchurapalli East seat, retains Perambur

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Before assuming office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay submitted his resignation letter from the post of member of the legislative assembly representing the Tiruchirappalli East constituency.

ED Arrests Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora In Money Laundering Case

ED Arrests Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora In Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Punjab Industries Minister Sanjeev Arora in connection with a money laundering case involving alleged fake GST purchases and round-tripping of funds. Raids were conducted at multiple locations, and Arora was taken into custody under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). This follows previous actions against Arora and other politically connected individuals in Punjab.