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Malicious actors staged DOS attacks on re-evaluation portal: CBSE

Malicious actors staged DOS attacks on re-evaluation portal: CBSE

Rediff.com7 days ago

The CBSE reported that its re-evaluation portal faced a series of cyberattacks, including a denial-of-service attack, while students accessed the platform for verification and re-evaluation of answer books.

How To Check The NEET-MDS 2026 Result Online

How To Check The NEET-MDS 2026 Result Online

Rediff.com7 days ago

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Master of Dental Surgery (NEET-MDS) 2026 result on its official websites, natboard.edu.in and nbe.edu.in.

NIA charges 31 accused in SIR-linked road blockade cases in Bengal

NIA charges 31 accused in SIR-linked road blockade cases in Bengal

Rediff.com7 days ago

The NIA has filed chargesheets against 31 individuals in connection with road blockades and illegal detention of judicial officers in West Bengal's Malda district.

Tanveer Singh Bajwa New President Of Ski And Snowboard India

Tanveer Singh Bajwa New President Of Ski And Snowboard India

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Ski and Snowboard India (SSI) elected Tanveer Singh Bajwa as its president and Mohammad Arshad as secretary general following elections conducted under the supervision of an Election Officer in accordance with directions of the Delhi High Court.

Reliance Infra seeks review of surveillance framework linked to IBC

Reliance Infra seeks review of surveillance framework linked to IBC

Rediff.com1 days ago

Reliance Infrastructure (Reliance Infra) has submitted a representation to Sebi, NSE, and BSE, seeking a review of the Additional Surveillance Measure (ASM) framework and related trading restrictions on its shares, arguing they adversely impact its 700,000+ public shareholders and hinder fair price discovery.

Kerala man gets govt job after 18 years, but only after retirement age

Kerala man gets govt job after 18 years, but only after retirement age

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

In a shocking case, a candidate who appeared for a Kerala PSC examination and secured a place in the rank list received his appointment order only after 18 years. By then, however, he had already crossed the retirement age.

Gurugram Police Cracks Down On Illegal Bangladeshi Residents

Gurugram Police Cracks Down On Illegal Bangladeshi Residents

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Gurugram police have launched a special verification drive to identify and take legal action against Bangladeshi nationals residing unlawfully in the city. The campaign involves checking documents in various residential and commercial areas, with an appeal for public cooperation.

Rajesh Exports denies financial irregularities, blames 'communication gap' for Sebi action

Rajesh Exports denies financial irregularities, blames 'communication gap' for Sebi action

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rajesh Exports has refuted allegations of financial irregularities, stating that its reported revenues are accurate and attributing the Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi) interim action to a 'communication gap' between the regulator and the company.

6 detained during CJP protest for 'attempting to create disturbance'

6 detained during CJP protest for 'attempting to create disturbance'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police detained six people at Jantar Mantar to prevent clashes during a protest organised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). The protest, involving hundreds of students and young professionals, demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in examinations and recruitment tests, including NEET and CUET. Heavy security was deployed to ensure peace.

How GeM Is Revolutionising Government Procurement With AI

How GeM Is Revolutionising Government Procurement With AI

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The government's e-marketplace platform, GeM, is significantly enhancing public procurement through the integration of AI, advanced analytics, and digital monitoring systems. This strategic adoption has led to substantial savings for the exchequer and improved transparency, while also playing a crucial role in health sector procurement.

Odisha Government Acts To Rescue Stranded Workers In Thailand

Odisha Government Acts To Rescue Stranded Workers In Thailand

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Odisha government has begun efforts to rescue five migrant workers from Kendrapada district who are reportedly stranded in Thailand. The workers, who travelled on tourist visas but were employed in a plywood company, claim they are being held against their will, denied wages, and subjected to harassment.

Gujarat High Court Bans AI in Key Judicial Processes

Gujarat High Court Bans AI in Key Judicial Processes

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Gujarat High Court has issued a policy prohibiting the use of Artificial Intelligence in judicial decision-making, reasoning, and judgment preparation, emphasising human oversight and limiting AI to administrative support roles.

Overseas Education Loans Get Riskier

Overseas Education Loans Get Riskier

Rediff.com1 days ago

Students and families must stress test repayment capacity based on Indian salary standards.

'Severe' blast kills 8 workers at Vizag Steel Plant in Andhra Pradesh

'Severe' blast kills 8 workers at Vizag Steel Plant in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com1 days ago

An industrial accident at the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (Vizag Steel Plant) in Visakhapatnam resulted in the deaths of at least six workers after molten iron spilt on them. Authorities are investigating the incident, and rescue operations are underway.

Plea in SC seeks seat-wise list of voter deletions in Bengal

Plea in SC seeks seat-wise list of voter deletions in Bengal

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A PIL has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a detailed constituency-wise disclosure of disenfranchisement caused by the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal.

L&T bets big on 'digital workers' to overcome manpower challenges in projects

L&T bets big on 'digital workers' to overcome manpower challenges in projects

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is significantly investing in automation, robotics, and technology-led solutions to scale up its construction activities, as increasing traditional manpower is no longer a viable growth option, according to CFO R Shankar Raman.

Drunk Son Allegedly Kills Elderly Mother With Brick In Banda

Drunk Son Allegedly Kills Elderly Mother With Brick In Banda

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 35-year-old man in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly killed his 75-year-old mother by striking her with a brick during a domestic dispute while he was in an inebriated state. The man, Pappu alias Radhacharan, was arrested following a complaint by the victim's husband.

Now, teen flags JEE data exposure; IIT acknowledges glitch

Now, teen flags JEE data exposure; IIT acknowledges glitch

Rediff.com6 days ago

Teen cybersecurity researcher alleges unauthorised access to nearly 1.8 lakh result records and 1.87 lakh admit card PDFs; institute says data was read-only and issue is being fixed.

NTA dismisses claims of leak or sale of NEET UG re-exam paper

NTA dismisses claims of leak or sale of NEET UG re-exam paper

Rediff.com3 days ago

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has strongly refuted social media claims regarding an alleged leak or sale of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination question paper, labelling them as 'false, fraudulent, and intended to mislead' by 'organised cheating rackets'.

'Focus on Process': Ponting Sets the Tone for Punjab Kings

'Focus on Process': Ponting Sets the Tone for Punjab Kings

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Ricky Ponting urges Punjab Kings to trust their process and not fear mistakes as they begin IPL 2026 preparations ahead of their opener against Gujarat Titans.

Check AIS Before Filing Tax Returns

Check AIS Before Filing Tax Returns

Rediff.com21 hours ago

'AIS helps taxpayers check whether all income streams and reportable transactions -- such as interest from old bank accounts, small dividend receipts or transactions across multiple brokers -- have been properly disclosed.' 'Mismatches between these transactions and declared income may trigger automated notices or scrutiny.'

Bengal to begin Census in August; CM blames previous regime for delay

Bengal to begin Census in August; CM blames previous regime for delay

Rediff.com29 May 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that census operations in the state would commence on August 1 and continue until the end of February next year. He criticised the previous government for delaying the process and highlighted the importance of the census for the state.

Iran blames 'shifting US positions' for stalled talks, demands Lebanon ceasefire

Iran blames 'shifting US positions' for stalled talks, demands Lebanon ceasefire

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei has accused the United States of frequently changing its positions and complicating efforts to reach an understanding, stating that these shifts disrupt diplomatic processes and prolong negotiations. He also linked any potential agreement with the US to an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon, accusing Israel of escalating conflict to derail diplomatic efforts.

MoSPI Upgrades Data Portal For AI Models To Ensure Credibility

MoSPI Upgrades Data Portal For AI Models To Ensure Credibility

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has upgraded its official data portal to be directly readable by AI models, aiming to prevent reliance on non-credible sources. This initiative includes standardising 288 priority datasets and addressing semantic interoperability challenges to improve public service delivery.

Lord's pitch fails ICC test after 33 wickets fall in 2 days

Lord's pitch fails ICC test after 33 wickets fall in 2 days

Rediff.com13 hours ago

The pitches used for the first Test between England and New Zealand at Lord's in London and the third ODI between Pakistan and Australia at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore have been rated as "unsatisfactory" under the ICC Pitch and Outfield Monitoring Process.

Caste Census: 'Government Is Scared Of The Numbers

Caste Census: 'Government Is Scared Of The Numbers

Rediff.com21 hours ago

'Once the numbers come out, they fear that the OBCs would start to demand, and articulate what they are lacking, why they are lacking and what should be done to go forward.'

HimClimX: New AI Platform For Himalayan Climate Insights

HimClimX: New AI Platform For Himalayan Climate Insights

Rediff.com1 days ago

BIT Mesra has launched 'HimClimX', an AI-powered platform designed for Himalayan climate intelligence and visualisation. It integrates over a century of climate data to offer trend analysis, anomaly detection, spatial visualisation, impact assessment, and AI-driven forecasting for the Himalayan region.

TMC's Jahangir Khan In Custody Over Extortion Charges

TMC's Jahangir Khan In Custody Over Extortion Charges

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Trinamool Congress leader Jahangir Khan has been remanded to five days police custody by a Diamond Harbour court on "extortion" and other charges. Khan was arrested near the India-Nepal border after seven FIRs were filed against him, and his interim protection from the Calcutta High Court was vacated.

Delhi Police Uncovers Fake Franchise Call Centre Scam

Delhi Police Uncovers Fake Franchise Call Centre Scam

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested Mohammad Shiraj, 30, for allegedly running a fake call centre that defrauded individuals by offering bogus business franchises and distributor IDs. The syndicate lured victims through social media advertisements and collected payments via QR codes before blocking communication.

How Ultra-Processed Foods May Impact Fertility and Embryonic Growth

How Ultra-Processed Foods May Impact Fertility and Embryonic Growth

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

A new study suggests a link between high consumption of ultra-processed foods and reduced fertility in men, slower embryo growth, and smaller yolk sacs.

Delhi CM Assures Uttarakhand Counterpart Of Impartial Malviya Nagar Fire Probe

Delhi CM Assures Uttarakhand Counterpart Of Impartial Malviya Nagar Fire Probe

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has assured Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami of an impartial probe into the Malviya Nagar hotel fire tragedy, which claimed 22 lives. Dhami had intervened regarding the arrest of Keshav Negi, a cook from Uttarakhand, seeking a fair investigation.

Nagpur Clerk Held For Taking Bribe Over Medical Claim

Nagpur Clerk Held For Taking Bribe Over Medical Claim

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A junior clerk in Nagpur was arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe to process a medical reimbursement claim, according to the Anti Corruption Bureau.

Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar explain RCB's winning formula

Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar explain RCB's winning formula

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru players attribute their consecutive IPL titles to a strong team core, meticulous planning, and Virat Kohli's anchoring performance.

How New Digital Module Will Help Expedite Prisoner Release

How New Digital Module Will Help Expedite Prisoner Release

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The National Legal Services Authority has launched a digital module to automate and expedite the process of remission and premature release of eligible prisoners across India.

30 Indian truck drivers arrested for living illegally in US, to be deported

30 Indian truck drivers arrested for living illegally in US, to be deported

Rediff.com7 days ago

About 30 Indian nationals living illegally in the US and working as commercial truck drivers have been arrested and will be deported as part of 'Operation Checkmate'.

Rajesh Exports dismisses 'speculative' claims of inflated revenue, LIC share placement

Rajesh Exports dismisses 'speculative' claims of inflated revenue, LIC share placement

Rediff.com4 days ago

Rajesh Exports has vehemently denied allegations of inflated revenues and preferential share placement to LIC, labelling them 'speculative inferences' and affirming its commitment to addressing concerns raised by Sebi.

HC pulls up Trinamool MP Yusuf Pathan over Vadodara land occupation

HC pulls up Trinamool MP Yusuf Pathan over Vadodara land occupation

Rediff.com1 days ago

No one can do this, the Gujarat high court said on Monday, questioning how former cricketer and Trinamool Congress MP Yusuf Pathan occupied public land in Vadodara without paying a single penny, even after the state government had refused the allotment proposal.

Parents' association slams CBSE's 'rushed' on-screen marking system

Parents' association slams CBSE's 'rushed' on-screen marking system

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Delhi Parents Association (DPA) has criticised the CBSE's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class 12 answer sheet evaluation, alleging it was rushed, lacked adequate preparation and training for teachers, and led to discrepancies in results. DPA president Aprajita Gautam claimed the trial run was too short and feedback from teachers was insufficient.

Jalna Tehsildar Arrested In Rs 6.4 Lakh Bribery Case

Jalna Tehsildar Arrested In Rs 6.4 Lakh Bribery Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

A tehsildar in Maharashtra's Jalna district, Vijay Chavan, was arrested by the Anti Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 6.40 lakh from a sand transporter. The bribe was demanded to avoid action against illegal sand excavation and transportation. Chavan had a previous suspension in 2014 for procedural irregularities.

Meerut Model Accuses Man Of Exploitation, Religious Conversion Pressure

Meerut Model Accuses Man Of Exploitation, Religious Conversion Pressure

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Meerut model has filed a complaint alleging a man exploited her physically and financially for nearly a decade on the promise of marriage, later pressuring her for religious conversion. Police have initiated an investigation into the matter, which also includes allegations of financial fraud and forced abortions.