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Sarpanch Murdered in Punjab: Personal Rivalry Suspected

Sarpanch Murdered in Punjab: Personal Rivalry Suspected

Rediff.com6 days ago

A village sarpanch was shot dead in Punjab's Moga district, with police suspecting personal rivalry as the motive. This marks the third such killing in the state in recent months, raising concerns about law and order.

T20 World Cup win is fulfilment of a personal promise: Hardik Pandya

T20 World Cup win is fulfilment of a personal promise: Hardik Pandya

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's flamboyant all-rounder Hardik Pandya has described winning his second successive T20 World Cup title as fulfilment of a personal promise and declared that "this is just the start" of the team's dominance.

'Personal Milestones Mean Nothing': Gambhir After T20 WC Win

'Personal Milestones Mean Nothing': Gambhir After T20 WC Win

Rediff.com4 days ago

Gautam Gambhir says individual milestones don't matter and urges focus on trophies after India's T20 World Cup triumph over New Zealand.

SC to hear pleas against Digital Personal Data Protection Act

SC to hear pleas against Digital Personal Data Protection Act

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court of India has agreed to examine petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, focusing on concerns about its impact on the Right to Information Act.

Satire should be protected in personality rights cases, X tells HC

Satire should be protected in personality rights cases, X tells HC

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Social media platform X argues that satire, fair comment, and public speech should be protected from takedown orders in personality rights cases during a Delhi High Court hearing involving Baba Ramdev's lawsuit.

Indian Travel Gets Personal in 2026

Indian Travel Gets Personal in 2026

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Ultra-personalisation is the new standard for Indian tourists.

Maharashtra civic polls: Personal campaign allowed after deadline

Maharashtra civic polls: Personal campaign allowed after deadline

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The Maharashtra State Election Commission has prohibited civic poll candidates from using microphones and moving in large groups during door-to-door canvassing after the end of the public campaign. Opposition parties have criticised the decision.

How Many Indians Live In The Middle East?

How Many Indians Live In The Middle East?

Rediff.com58 minutes ago

Based on figures currently listed on the ministry of external affairs web site, a large number of Indians reside across West Asia.

Boy Dies, Another Injured in West Bengal LPG Cylinder Blast

Boy Dies, Another Injured in West Bengal LPG Cylinder Blast

Rediff.com18 hours ago

A young boy was killed and another person critically injured in an LPG cylinder explosion at a garage in Budge Budge, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal.

Kuldeep Yadav Wedding: Chahal Promises a Big Dance

Kuldeep Yadav Wedding: Chahal Promises a Big Dance

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal arrived in Dehradun to attend the wedding celebrations of fellow cricketer Kuldeep Yadav, who is set to marry his fiancee, Vanshika, in Mussoorie. The wedding is expected to be a private affair with several prominent cricket personalities in attendance.

Pooja And Her Multiple Personalities!

Pooja And Her Multiple Personalities!

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

If fashion had a personality switch button, Pooja Hegde would be pressing it every day and winning every single time.

Why Kritika-Gaurav's Wedding Was So Special

Why Kritika-Gaurav's Wedding Was So Special

Rediff.com1 days ago

Ranjini Iyengar of Pink Whistle Man explains how she accomodated Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur's brief to design the black and white illustrated wedding card and invitation video.

Odisha Police Arrest Five in Connection with Attack on BJD Leader

Odisha Police Arrest Five in Connection with Attack on BJD Leader

Rediff.com1 days ago

Odisha Police have arrested five individuals in connection with the attack on a BJD leader and chairperson in the Ganjam district. The incident sparked political reactions and protests, with investigations ongoing to determine the exact cause.

Man Arrested in Rajasthan Luxury Car and Crypto Investment Fraud

Man Arrested in Rajasthan Luxury Car and Crypto Investment Fraud

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Rajasthan Police have arrested a man allegedly involved in a large-scale fraud that collected crores in funds from people under the pretext of luxury car sales, cryptocurrency, and social media-based investment schemes.

Enforcement Directorate Investigates 590 Crore Fraud in Haryana Government Accounts

Enforcement Directorate Investigates 590 Crore Fraud in Haryana Government Accounts

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate has launched a money laundering investigation into the alleged embezzlement of 590 crore from Haryana government accounts held with IDFC First Bank, conducting searches across multiple locations.

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Rs 590 Crore Embezzlement from Haryana Government Accounts

Enforcement Directorate Investigates Rs 590 Crore Embezzlement from Haryana Government Accounts

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at 19 locations in Haryana and Chandigarh concerning the alleged embezzlement of Rs 590 crore from Haryana government accounts held with IDFC First Bank. The investigation focuses on identifying business entities involved in concealing the money trail and proceeds of the crime.

Homebuyers can't execute decree against promoters without personal liability: SC

Homebuyers can't execute decree against promoters without personal liability: SC

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court has clarified that a decree passed only against a real estate developer cannot be enforced against its directors or promoters in their personal capacity unless the original adjudication clearly finds them liable.

Kerala Man Seriously Injured in Hammer Attack Over Alleged Message to Neighbour's Wife

Kerala Man Seriously Injured in Hammer Attack Over Alleged Message to Neighbour's Wife

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 28-year-old man in Kerala was seriously injured after being attacked with a hammer by his neighbour, allegedly over a message sent to the neighbour's wife.

Bengaluru Police Nab Four in Narcotics Crackdown

Bengaluru Police Nab Four in Narcotics Crackdown

Rediff.com2 days ago

Bengaluru police arrested four individuals, including three from other states, for allegedly selling banned narcotic substances. The police seized a significant quantity of ganja, hydro ganja, and MDMA.

Nigerian National Nabbed for Duping Delhi Resident in Online Scam

Nigerian National Nabbed for Duping Delhi Resident in Online Scam

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Delhi Police have arrested a Nigerian national for allegedly defrauding a Rohini resident of Rs 65,700 through an online scam involving a fake foreign traveller persona.

The Mystery of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's Missing Cap

The Mystery of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's Missing Cap

Rediff.com4 hours ago

'My colleague Naveen Bamel -- he is an advocate of the Supreme Court -- went to the museum at the Red Fort specifically to look for the cap.' 'He inquired with the ASI officials there, and nobody had a clue.' 'So I thought this is not right. This must be brought to the notice of the prime minister.'

Congress-led UDF closely monitoring CPI(M) leader's independent election bid in Kerala

Congress-led UDF closely monitoring CPI(M) leader's independent election bid in Kerala

Rediff.com20 hours ago

The Congress-led UDF is closely monitoring CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran's decision to contest as an independent candidate in the upcoming Assembly election. UDF leaders are considering supporting Sudhakaran, while the CPI(M) expresses disappointment and denies mistreatment.

Reckless Driving Blamed in Fatal Mumbai Motorcycle Crash

Reckless Driving Blamed in Fatal Mumbai Motorcycle Crash

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two youths died and two others were injured in a motorcycle accident on the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai. Police are investigating the incident, citing reckless driving as a potential cause.

Assam Police Bust Interstate Cyber Crime Syndicate, Arrest Five

Assam Police Bust Interstate Cyber Crime Syndicate, Arrest Five

Rediff.com3 days ago

Assam police have arrested five individuals for their alleged involvement in an interstate cyber crime syndicate, focusing on SIM card fraud and identity theft.

Maharashtra Police Investigate Disappearance of 14-Year-Old Girl in Beed

Maharashtra Police Investigate Disappearance of 14-Year-Old Girl in Beed

Rediff.com18 hours ago

A 14-year-old girl has gone missing in the Beed district of Maharashtra, leading police to launch a kidnapping investigation. Separately, a 19-year-old woman missing since February 28 was found to have married.

Complainant in Swami Avimukteswaranand case attacked on train

Complainant in Swami Avimukteswaranand case attacked on train

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ashutosh Brahmachari, who accused Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati of sexual exploitation, was attacked on a train in Prayagraj; police are investigating.

Young Woman's Death in Old Delhi Sparks Investigation

Young Woman's Death in Old Delhi Sparks Investigation

Rediff.com17 hours ago

A 23-year-old woman was found dead under suspicious circumstances near a hotel in old Delhi, prompting a police investigation into the cause of death.

Why an IAF Officer in Raipur Allegedly Took His Own Life

Why an IAF Officer in Raipur Allegedly Took His Own Life

Rediff.com1 days ago

An Indian Air Force officer, Wing Commander Vipul Yadav, was found dead at his residence in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Police are investigating the alleged suicide, citing potential personal issues as a factor.

Sanjay Singh's Model Code Violation Case Adjourned

Sanjay Singh's Model Code Violation Case Adjourned

Rediff.com15 hours ago

The hearing in a case involving AAP MP Sanjay Singh, related to alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct, has been deferred by an MP/MLA court in Sultanpur due to the non-appearance of witnesses.

Railway Engineer Nabbed in Rs 10 Lakh Bribery Scandal

Railway Engineer Nabbed in Rs 10 Lakh Bribery Scandal

Rediff.com2 days ago

The CBI has arrested a chief electrical distribution engineer with the Central Railway and two private individuals in connection with an alleged bribery case involving Rs 10 lakh.

Social Media Star Monalisa Bhonsle Marries in Kerala After Seeking Police Protection

Social Media Star Monalisa Bhonsle Marries in Kerala After Seeking Police Protection

Rediff.com1 days ago

Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame at the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, married her Muslim friend in Kerala after seeking police protection from family pressure. The couple cited Kerala's support for interfaith relationships as their reason for choosing the state.

Karnataka CID to Probe Anekal Businessman's Murder After Kidnapping

Karnataka CID to Probe Anekal Businessman's Murder After Kidnapping

Rediff.com2 days ago

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has ordered the CID to investigate the alleged kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman from Anekal, whose body was found in Tamil Nadu. One person has been arrested, and the search is on for others involved in the crime.

Maha engineer nabbed by ACB for accepting bribe

Maha engineer nabbed by ACB for accepting bribe

Rediff.com2 days ago

An assistant engineer with the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) in Raigad has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1.5 lakh.

How the Middle East Conflict Has Stranded PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi

How the Middle East Conflict Has Stranded PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi

Rediff.com2 days ago

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has been stranded in Qatar for over a week due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, impacting flights and travel across the region.

Two Face Charges for Hazardous Waste Dumping in Navi Mumbai

Two Face Charges for Hazardous Waste Dumping in Navi Mumbai

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Navi Mumbai have registered a case against two individuals for allegedly disposing of hazardous chemicals in an open area, raising concerns about environmental and health risks.

Maharashtra Man Nabbed for Posing as Official and Defrauding Women

Maharashtra Man Nabbed for Posing as Official and Defrauding Women

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man from Beed, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly posing as a government official and defrauding women by promising them benefits under various government schemes. The accused used the money to fund his alcohol addiction.

How Punjab Police Uncovered a Cyber Fraud Ring Preying on Women

How Punjab Police Uncovered a Cyber Fraud Ring Preying on Women

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab Police have arrested three members of a cyber fraud gang who used voice-changing software and fake social media profiles to extort money from women by threatening to circulate AI-generated objectionable videos.

Conrad Sangma Urges Action After Northeast Residents Attacked in Delhi

Conrad Sangma Urges Action After Northeast Residents Attacked in Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has condemned the alleged assault of two people from Manipur and Assam in Delhi, calling for stringent action against racial bullying.

Delhi Police Arrest 40 in Rohini Crime Crackdown

Delhi Police Arrest 40 in Rohini Crime Crackdown

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Delhi Police arrested 40 people and apprehended a juvenile in Rohini during an overnight drive targeting organised and street crime, seizing illegal arms, narcotics, and illicit liquor.

Delhi Police's 'Operation Shastra' Leads to Multiple Arrests, Arms Seizure

Delhi Police's 'Operation Shastra' Leads to Multiple Arrests, Arms Seizure

Rediff.com14 hours ago

A 24-hour operation by the Delhi Police resulted in the arrest of 47 criminals and the seizure of illegal firearms and knives, aimed at curbing street crime and maintaining law and order in the northern districts.