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Uttarakhand STF Nab Mastermind In SSC Exam Cheating Case

Uttarakhand STF Nab Mastermind In SSC Exam Cheating Case

Rediff.com5 May 2026

The Uttarakhand Special Task Force has arrested the alleged mastermind of a cheating racket in an SSC recruitment examination from Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh. The accused, Shubham Bhatnagar, allegedly provided remote access to candidates to solve papers illegally.

IFL: Diamond Harbour Rally To Down Rajasthan United In Seven-Goal Thriller

IFL: Diamond Harbour Rally To Down Rajasthan United In Seven-Goal Thriller

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Diamond Harbour FC recovered from a two-goal deficit to defeat Rajasthan United FC 5-2 in the Indian Football League Championship, strengthening their position at the top of the table.

Astrologer who predicted Vijay's win appointed OSD to CM

Astrologer who predicted Vijay's win appointed OSD to CM

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has appointed Radhan Pandit Vettrivel, an astrologer and spokesperson for the Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), as his Personal Secretary. The appointment has sparked controversy, with questions raised about the need for an astrologer in such a role.

Rat poison killed Mumbai family, not watermelon

Rat poison killed Mumbai family, not watermelon

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The deaths of four members of a family in Mumbai last month were caused by rat poison, specifically zinc phosphide, and not by consuming watermelons as initially suspected, officials have confirmed.

Another Arrest In Jharkhand Gangster Vikram Sharma Murder Case

Another Arrest In Jharkhand Gangster Vikram Sharma Murder Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

Dehradun Police and the STF have arrested another person allegedly involved in the daylight killing of Jharkhand gangster Vikram Sharma three months ago.

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

CBI Uses 3D Scanners In Probe Of Bengal Politician's Aide Murder

Rediff.com7 days ago

The CBI revisited the crime scene in North 24 Parganas as part of its investigation into the death of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The agency is using advanced 3D scanners to reconstruct the events leading to Rath's death.

J-K Police Demolish Shop Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Baramulla

J-K Police Demolish Shop Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Baramulla

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Police in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir demolished a shop linked to an alleged drug peddler and attached other structures belonging to him.

Rioting Case Filed After Ink Attack On NCP Leader In Pune

Rioting Case Filed After Ink Attack On NCP Leader In Pune

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Police in Pune have registered a rioting case against a religious preacher and his supporters after an ink attack on an NCP (SP) spokesperson, following accusations of targeting spiritual leaders.

Maharashtra Excise Department Seizes Illicit Liquor Worth 1.43 Crore In Thane

Maharashtra Excise Department Seizes Illicit Liquor Worth 1.43 Crore In Thane

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Maharashtra excise department seized Indian-Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) manufactured in Goa, valued at Rs 1.43 crore, in Thane city and arrested two persons.

Two Arrested For Aiding Jaish Terrorists In Kishtwar

Two Arrested For Aiding Jaish Terrorists In Kishtwar

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly providing logistical support and shelter to foreign members of the Jaish-e-Muhammad's Saifullah group in Kishtwar district.

Gurugram doctor under scanner in NEET-UG paper leak probe

Gurugram doctor under scanner in NEET-UG paper leak probe

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Police sources indicate a physical copy of the NEET-UG paper was allegedly leaked from a Nashik printing press and brought to a doctor in Gurugram, prompting an investigation. The NEET (UG) 2026 exam was cancelled amid paper leak allegations, triggering nationwide outrage.

Animal Rights Activists Condemn Cruel Culling Of Stray Dogs In Lahore

Animal Rights Activists Condemn Cruel Culling Of Stray Dogs In Lahore

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Animal rights activists in Lahore have condemned the Punjab government's culling of stray dogs, citing cruel methods and violation of animal welfare policies.

Mulayam Singh Yadav's younger son Prateek Yadav dies at 38

Mulayam Singh Yadav's younger son Prateek Yadav dies at 38

Rediff.com7 days ago

Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and step brother of Akhilesh Yadav, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 38 after suddenly falling ill.

Property Row: Man Kills Mother, Brother In UP

Property Row: Man Kills Mother, Brother In UP

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A man in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly shot and killed his mother and younger brother following a dispute over ancestral property. Police have launched a search for the accused, who is currently absconding.

BJP Leader Alleges 50 Lakh Land Scam, Files FIR

BJP Leader Alleges 50 Lakh Land Scam, Files FIR

Rediff.com7 days ago

A BJP politician in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, has filed a police complaint alleging he was defrauded of 50 lakh in a land deal. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.

How Security Forces Recovered Maoist Arms, Cash In Bijapur

How Security Forces Recovered Maoist Arms, Cash In Bijapur

Rediff.com7 days ago

Security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district have recovered a significant amount of cash, arms, ammunition, and explosives from Maoist hideouts in the forests during search operations.

TMC MP Alleges BJP Involvement In NEET Paper Leak

TMC MP Alleges BJP Involvement In NEET Paper Leak

Rediff.com7 days ago

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has accused the BJP of being linked to the alleged NEET paper leak, claiming that individuals associated with the ruling party are involved in the scandal. He alleges the BJP is an 'expert in theft,' citing previous instances of 'vote theft' and 'job theft'.

Can Starc Stop Sooryavanshi In Crucial IPL 2026 Clash?

Can Starc Stop Sooryavanshi In Crucial IPL 2026 Clash?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals face off in a crucial IPL match with significant playoff implications, highlighting the anticipated battle between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggressive batting and Mitchell Starc's seam bowling.

Suvendu aide murder: Driver still critical after multiple surgeries

Suvendu aide murder: Driver still critical after multiple surgeries

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The driver of the car targeted in the attack that killed a BJP leader's aide is in critical condition in a Kolkata hospital, having sustained bullet injuries and undergone multiple surgeries.

Leaders Mourn The Untimely Death Of Prateek Yadav

Leaders Mourn The Untimely Death Of Prateek Yadav

Rediff.com7 days ago

Political leaders across party lines have expressed their condolences following the death of Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav. Prateek Yadav passed away at the age of 38 under mysterious circumstances.

Babar Azam Likely To Replace Shan Masood As Pakistan's Test Captain

Babar Azam Likely To Replace Shan Masood As Pakistan's Test Captain

Rediff.com7 days ago

Pakistan is reportedly considering replacing Shan Masood with Babar Azam as Test captain following a heavy defeat to Bangladesh. The Pakistan Cricket Board is under pressure to reinstate Azam.

Indian crew member dies in Dubai maritime incident: Indian mission

Indian crew member dies in Dubai maritime incident: Indian mission

Rediff.com9 May 2026

An Indian crew member was killed in a maritime incident in Dubai, according to the Indian Consulate.

How UP Boosted Sugarcane Farmers' Income

How UP Boosted Sugarcane Farmers' Income

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Uttar Pradesh government announced it has paid a record Rs 3,21,963 crore to sugarcane growers since 2017, emphasising on-time payments and direct transfers to farmers' accounts. The government highlighted initiatives like farm loan waivers and the 'Smart Ganna Kisan' system for online sugarcane management.

AI Chatbots Learn From State-Controlled Media: Analysis

AI Chatbots Learn From State-Controlled Media: Analysis

Rediff.com6 days ago

An analysis reveals that content from state-controlled media can significantly influence the information environments that AI chatbots learn from, shaping their responses to user requests.

Bhopal Religious Violence: Arrests Made After Assault

Bhopal Religious Violence: Arrests Made After Assault

Rediff.com7 days ago

Police in Bhopal have arrested two individuals, including a juvenile, in connection with the assault on a Muslim man who was found with a woman from another community. The incident sparked protests and stone-pelting, leading to further police intervention.

Trump to meet Xi Jinping on Wednesday to discuss Iran conflict, trade issues

Trump to meet Xi Jinping on Wednesday to discuss Iran conflict, trade issues

Rediff.com12 May 2026

US President Donald Trump is set to visit China for talks with President Xi Jinping on trade, global issues, and the Gulf war. The visit aims to address trade frictions and other key issues, with high expectations for progress.

St Stephen's College To Focus On AI Under New Principal

St Stephen's College To Focus On AI Under New Principal

Rediff.com12 May 2026

St Stephen's College is set to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) under its newly-appointed principal, Susan Elias, the first woman to hold the position in the college's 145-year history. Elias aims to equip students with AI and quantum computing skills, introducing certification courses for students and alumni.

Man Arrested For Cheating Delhi Resident In Visa Fraud

Man Arrested For Cheating Delhi Resident In Visa Fraud

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a man from Maharashtra for allegedly cheating a Delhi resident of Rs 9.25 lakh on the pretext of arranging a visa and overseas job.

Body Parts Found In Search For Missing Ranchi Toddler

Body Parts Found In Search For Missing Ranchi Toddler

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Body parts, suspected to be those of a missing 18-month-old girl, were discovered in an open drain in Ranchi during a search operation. Forensic analysis and DNA testing are underway to confirm the identity of the remains as the search continues.

'Oil Is Not The Problem. The Bigger Problem Is Gold'

'Oil Is Not The Problem. The Bigger Problem Is Gold'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Every year we import approximately $70 billion worth of gold -- closer to $72 billion in 2025-2026, an all-time record.' 'There is no parallel for this anywhere in the world. And this love for gold will not disappear overnight.'

Woman Dies In Pune Building Fall; Suicide Suspected

Woman Dies In Pune Building Fall; Suicide Suspected

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A 34-year-old woman died after falling from the eighth floor of a residential building in the Talegaon MIDC area of Pune. Police suspect suicide and are investigating a viral video of the incident.

Self-Styled Godman Arrested In Cheating Case: Details

Self-Styled Godman Arrested In Cheating Case: Details

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Shirdi police have taken custody of self-styled godman Ashok Kharat as part of an investigation into a cheating case involving Rs 5 crore. The case was registered based on a complaint by a farmer, and Kharat will be produced in court. This is the ninth case against Kharat, who is also being investigated for sexual exploitation and money laundering.

What We Know About Prateek Yadav's Death

What We Know About Prateek Yadav's Death

Rediff.com7 days ago

Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and stepbrother of Akhilesh Yadav, has died in Lucknow at the age of 38. Although not involved in active politics, his wife Aparna Bisht Yadav is a member of the BJP.

Seven Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Payment Scam

Seven Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Payment Scam

Rediff.com4 May 2026

The Anti-Corruption Bureau/Economic Offences Wing arrested seven individuals, including executives from manpower firms, in connection with alleged irregularities in overtime payments within Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corp Ltd during the previous Congress administration.

Modi touches feet of 98-year-old Makhanlal Sarkar in Bengal. Who is he?

Modi touches feet of 98-year-old Makhanlal Sarkar in Bengal. Who is he?

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi felicitated senior BJP worker Makhanlal Sarkar at a swearing-in ceremony in West Bengal. Sarkar, 98, is an early grassroots figure associated with the nationalist movement. Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the state's first BJP Chief Minister after defeating Mamata Banerjee.

Three Abandoned Children Rescued In Maharashtra's Thane District

Three Abandoned Children Rescued In Maharashtra's Thane District

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Police in Dombivli, Maharashtra, rescued three young children found abandoned on the roadside. The children, aged 3 to 4, were discovered near a bungalow and have been placed in a child care centre while authorities investigate their origins and circumstances.

Delhi Police Bust Illegal Cigarette Racket, Two Arrested

Delhi Police Bust Illegal Cigarette Racket, Two Arrested

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Delhi Police seized over 1.50 lakh prohibited imported cigarettes worth approximately Rs 15 lakh from Chawri Bazar, arresting two individuals involved in the illegal storage and supply.

Diamond Harbour Mount Stunning Comeback Against Rajasthan United

Diamond Harbour Mount Stunning Comeback Against Rajasthan United

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Diamond Harbour FC recovered from a two-goal deficit to defeat Rajasthan United FC 5-2 in the Indian Football League Championship, strengthening their position at the top of the table.

Man Booked For Kidnapping Of Minor Girl In Beed

Man Booked For Kidnapping Of Minor Girl In Beed

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A man has been booked for allegedly kidnapping a 17-year-old girl in Kaij tehsil, Beed district. The girl was abducted on April 26, and the accused, from the same village, faces kidnapping and other charges.

Ashok Gehlot Calls For Impartial Probe In BJP MLA Assault Case

Ashok Gehlot Calls For Impartial Probe In BJP MLA Assault Case

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot has called for a fair investigation into the alleged assault involving a BJP MLA from Sriganganagar, after police arrested three individuals in connection with the case.