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Why Staying Invested During Wars Builds Wealth

Why Staying Invested During Wars Builds Wealth

Rediff.com2 days ago

Disciplined investors who ignore short-term fear build significant long-term wealth, notes Ramalingam Kalirajan

Jhon Arokiasamy Scripts TVK's Stunning Rise

Jhon Arokiasamy Scripts TVK's Stunning Rise

Rediff.com3 days ago

Building a party from scratch and leading it to electoral success is an entirely different challenge.

SEBI Court Convicts Harshad Mehta-Linked Firms For Non-Compliance

SEBI Court Convicts Harshad Mehta-Linked Firms For Non-Compliance

Rediff.com1 days ago

A special SEBI court convicted two directors and their five firms, linked to late stockbroker Harshad Mehta, for failing to provide information during a 1998 investigation into the manipulation of shares belonging to BPL and Videocon.

Kerala Man Held For Alleged Parricide, Fratricide

Kerala Man Held For Alleged Parricide, Fratricide

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A man in Kerala has been arrested for allegedly murdering his mother and brother following a property dispute and family issues.

60 Kg Ganja Seized At Northeast Frontier Railway Stations

60 Kg Ganja Seized At Northeast Frontier Railway Stations

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) announced the seizure of approximately 60 kg of ganja from various railway stations and the arrest of three individuals during operations aimed at curbing drug trafficking.

RJD MLA Osama Sahab Booked For Land Grabbing

RJD MLA Osama Sahab Booked For Land Grabbing

Rediff.com4 days ago

RJD MLA Osama Sahab has been booked for allegedly grabbing land in Bihar's Siwan district. The police conducted a raid and have initiated further legal action.

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

Rediff.com2 days ago

Cheteshwar Pujara expresses surprise at Rishabh Pant's inability to replicate his Test cricket success in the IPL, suggesting a need for greater clarity in his approach to T20 batting. Pujara also addresses Hardik Pandya's captaincy and defends Suryakumar Yadav's form.

Key Witnesses Fail To Support Prosecution In Thane Murder Case

Key Witnesses Fail To Support Prosecution In Thane Murder Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

A Thane court acquitted 10 accused in a 2014 murder and rioting case due to key witnesses failing to support the prosecution's claims.

Ranchi Couple Arrested For Murdering Man Over Illicit Affair

Ranchi Couple Arrested For Murdering Man Over Illicit Affair

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Ranchi have arrested a couple and an accomplice for allegedly murdering a man due to an illicit affair gone sour. The victim, Kamlesh Singh, was allegedly killed by Shivnath Kumar Singh and his wife Angita Devi after Angita claimed the victim had tried to molest her. The trio attempted to make the murder look like a road accident.

Court orders confiscation of arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari's assets

Court orders confiscation of arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari's assets

Rediff.com3 days ago

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.

Gurugram Authorities Demolish Drug Smuggler's Illegal Property

Gurugram Authorities Demolish Drug Smuggler's Illegal Property

Rediff.com3 days ago

Gurugram Police demolished an eight-story building allegedly used as a paying guest accommodation by convicted drug smuggler Satpal alias Kalu. The demolition was a joint effort with the municipal corporation, targeting properties acquired through drug trafficking proceeds. Authorities also demolished property illegally occupied by another alleged drug peddler.

How Delhi And J&K Police Nabbed Robbery Suspects

How Delhi And J&K Police Nabbed Robbery Suspects

Rediff.com1 days ago

Three individuals wanted in connection with multiple robbery cases in Delhi have been apprehended in Kathua district following a joint operation by Delhi Police and Jammu and Kashmir Police.

Police Investigate Fireworks Display Near Kedarnath Temple

Police Investigate Fireworks Display Near Kedarnath Temple

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Police have registered a case against unidentified individuals for allegedly setting off fireworks near the Kedarnath temple and sharing the video on social media. This action follows several incidents of controversial videos being filmed at the shrine since the Kedarnath Yatra began.

WFI President Guarantees Vinesh Phogat's Safety Amid Concerns

WFI President Guarantees Vinesh Phogat's Safety Amid Concerns

Rediff.com5 days ago

Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh has guaranteed Vinesh Phogat's safety at the National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, addressing her concerns about potential bias and security issues related to the venue's connection to former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

KL Rahul eyes IPL glory, inspired by MS Dhoni's success

KL Rahul eyes IPL glory, inspired by MS Dhoni's success

Rediff.com7 days ago

KL Rahul prioritises team success and IPL titles over personal milestones, aiming to emulate MS Dhoni's trophy haul. He also acknowledges the fearless approach of India's new-generation batters in T20 cricket.

WFI President Guarantees Vinesh Phogat's Safety Amidst Venue Concerns

WFI President Guarantees Vinesh Phogat's Safety Amidst Venue Concerns

Rediff.com5 days ago

Wrestling Federation of India president Sanjay Singh has guaranteed Vinesh Phogat's safety at the National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, dismissing concerns about the venue's association with former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Jharkhand Man Killed Over Alleged Land Dispute

Jharkhand Man Killed Over Alleged Land Dispute

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

A 32-year-old man was shot dead in Jharkhand's Palamu district over an alleged land dispute, police said.

Over 3,000 Kg Poppy Husk Seized In Madhya Pradesh

Over 3,000 Kg Poppy Husk Seized In Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Central Narcotics Bureau (CBN) in Madhya Pradesh seized over 3,000 kilograms of poppy husk from a truck in Ratlam district, where it was being smuggled under a cover of potato chips.

Two Arrested In UP Over Surat Bank Robbery

Two Arrested In UP Over Surat Bank Robbery

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two individuals have been apprehended in Uttar Pradesh in connection with the Rs 50 lakh robbery at a State Bank of India branch in Surat.

Two Arrested In Ex-NSG Commando Murder Case In Gurugram

Two Arrested In Ex-NSG Commando Murder Case In Gurugram

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two individuals have been apprehended in Gurugram for the alleged murder of a former National Security Guard (NSG) commando in Kasan village, Manesar. The accused, identified as Gulshan and Kartik Chauhan, were arrested, and the firearms used in the crime were recovered. The murder was reportedly motivated by revenge for the killing of Kartik Chauhan's father in 2018.

TCS Employees Remanded In Custody Over Conversion Allegations

TCS Employees Remanded In Custody Over Conversion Allegations

Rediff.com3 days ago

A court in Nashik, Maharashtra, has remanded four Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) employees to judicial custody until May 18 in connection with allegations of religious conversion and sexual harassment of colleagues.

Seven Drug Peddlers Held In Jammu And Kashmir

Seven Drug Peddlers Held In Jammu And Kashmir

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Samba and Udhampur districts of Jammu and Kashmir arrested seven alleged drug peddlers as part of an intensified anti-drug campaign.

Mumbai Court Grants Bail To Techno Concert Organiser

Mumbai Court Grants Bail To Techno Concert Organiser

Rediff.com1 days ago

A special court in Mumbai granted bail to an organiser of a techno concert where two MBA students died due to a suspected drug overdose. While organiser Akash Samal was granted bail, three other accused were denied relief. The concert, held at the NESCO Exhibition Centre, saw attendees allegedly consuming MDMA pills, leading to hospitalisations and fatalities.

TMC moves EC over unauthorised postal ballot sorting at EVM strongroom

TMC moves EC over unauthorised postal ballot sorting at EVM strongroom

Rediff.com6 days ago

The TMC has filed a complaint with the Election Commission, alleging unauthorised sorting of postal ballot covers at an EVM strongroom in Kolkata. TMC workers protested outside the Khudiram Anushilan Kendra, claiming that postal ballots were taken to a room without CCTV coverage. Similar protests occurred at a strongroom in North 24 Parganas, while the BJP shared a video from Purba Bardhaman district.

Padmini Kolhapure: 'A World That Feels So Empty Without Asha Atya'

Padmini Kolhapure: 'A World That Feels So Empty Without Asha Atya'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'She brought to life every song she sang, whether it was a soft, romantic track, a swinging, cabaret number or a heart-wrenching song.' 'There were so many emotions in her voice, so many variations.'

'Win 4 in 4': Coach Badani urges DC to fix inconsistencies

'Win 4 in 4': Coach Badani urges DC to fix inconsistencies

Rediff.com3 days ago

Hemang Badani calls for collective improvement from Delhi Capitals after loss to Chennai Super Kings, backing Axar Patel as the team faces a must-win IPL run.

Faridabad Interior Decorator Found Dead After Altercation

Faridabad Interior Decorator Found Dead After Altercation

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 26-year-old interior decorator was found dead in a Faridabad guest house after an argument with his girlfriend. The family alleges foul play and suspects murder.

Leena Paulose's Bail Plea Rejected In Extortion Case

Leena Paulose's Bail Plea Rejected In Extortion Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Delhi High Court has denied bail to Leena Paulose in a Rs 200 crore extortion case involving her husband, Sukesh Chandrasekhar, but granted her reprieve in a related money laundering case.

Haryana leads informal job growth, Gujarat sees sharp contraction in 2025

Haryana leads informal job growth, Gujarat sees sharp contraction in 2025

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Haryana recorded the fastest growth in unincorporated non-agricultural employment among major Indian states in 2025, with a 29.8 per cent increase to 3.1 million workers, while Gujarat experienced the sharpest contraction, declining by 12.6 per cent to 8 million.

Hundreds of Vijay fans who came for 'swearing-in' leave disappointed

Hundreds of Vijay fans who came for 'swearing-in' leave disappointed

Rediff.com2 days ago

Hundreds of TVK supporters gathered in Chennai, hoping to see their leader Vijay become chief minister, only to find the venue closed and the event cancelled, leading to disappointment and confusion.

How A Blood Test Could Predict Your Illness Trajectory

How A Blood Test Could Predict Your Illness Trajectory

Rediff.com1 days ago

A new study suggests a blood test called 'VeloCD' can predict the trajectory of an illness and how well a patient might respond to treatment by measuring key markers in the blood.

ED Raids Punjab Police DIG, Seizes Crores In Money Laundering Probe

ED Raids Punjab Police DIG, Seizes Crores In Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized Rs 1.4 crore and incriminating documents during raids related to money laundering against suspended Punjab Police DIG H S Bhullar and his associates.

Villages Attacked Near Myanmar Border, Residents Flee

Villages Attacked Near Myanmar Border, Residents Flee

Rediff.com1 days ago

Heavily armed militants attacked villages in Manipur's Kamjong district near the India-Myanmar border, torching houses and forcing residents to flee. The attack targeted Tangkhul Naga villages, with allegations pointing to Myanmar-based militant groups.

Uttarakhand STF Nab Mastermind In SSC Exam Cheating Case

Uttarakhand STF Nab Mastermind In SSC Exam Cheating Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

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.

High drama outside TN Lok Bhavan, Vijay's house amid uncertainty

High drama outside TN Lok Bhavan, Vijay's house amid uncertainty

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Supporters of TVK chief Vijay gathered in large numbers outside his residence, demanding he be invited to take the oath as Chief Minister amid ongoing political uncertainty in Tamil Nadu. The gathering highlights the pressure on the TVK leadership to clarify its roadmap for the upcoming elections and its position on the ongoing government formation deadlock.

Naveen Patnaik Seeks Action In Odisha Woman's Murder Case

Naveen Patnaik Seeks Action In Odisha Woman's Murder Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

BJD president Naveen Patnaik has written to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, seeking his intervention in the killing of a pregnant woman in Odisha's Ganjam district and demanding action against the culprits.

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.com3 days ago

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.

'We are targeting a combined ratio of around 107% in FY27,': SBI General CEO

'We are targeting a combined ratio of around 107% in FY27,': SBI General CEO

Rediff.com4 days ago

SBI General Insurance aims to achieve a 10 per cent market share among private and standalone health insurers within approximately five years, up from its current 7.17 per cent, said Naveen Chandra Jha, managing director and chief executive officer, SBI General Insurance.

Sri Lanka U-19 cricketers held over filming in hotel bathrooms

Sri Lanka U-19 cricketers held over filming in hotel bathrooms

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Two Sri Lanka U-19 cricketers were arrested in Colombo over allegations of filming women in hotel bathrooms, released on bail as police probe possible online circulation of videos.

It's Action! Action! Action! On OTT This Week

It's Action! Action! Action! On OTT This Week

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Pump up the adrenalin in an action packed OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists your options.