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SC steps in to fast-track acid attack cases nationwide

SC steps in to fast-track acid attack cases nationwide

Rediff.com3 minutes ago

The Supreme Court of India has directed all high courts to establish timelines for trial courts to expedite the conclusion of acid attack cases across the country, emphasising the need for a more proactive approach and adequate compensation for victims.

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.com4 minutes 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.

Family Pleads for Repatriation of Odisha Worker's Body from Qatar

Family Pleads for Repatriation of Odisha Worker's Body from Qatar

Rediff.com8 minutes ago

The family of an Odisha migrant worker who died in Qatar is appealing to the government for assistance in bringing his body home. The 25-year-old was the sole earner for his family.

Assam: NCB Busts Drug Trafficking Ring Ahead of Elections

Assam: NCB Busts Drug Trafficking Ring Ahead of Elections

Rediff.com15 minutes ago

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized 524.9 kg of ganja worth approximately Rs 2.6 crore in Assam and arrested two individuals as part of increased operations before the upcoming Assembly elections in Assam and West Bengal.

BJP Official's Suicide Attempt Over Councillor Nomination Sparks Controversy

BJP Official's Suicide Attempt Over Councillor Nomination Sparks Controversy

Rediff.com26 minutes ago

A BJP functionary in Latur, Maharashtra, attempted suicide after being passed over for a nominated corporator position in the municipal corporation, highlighting internal party tensions.

71 Bihar Monuments Under ASI Care: Details Revealed

71 Bihar Monuments Under ASI Care: Details Revealed

Rediff.com30 minutes ago

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is responsible for the maintenance of 71 monuments and archaeological sites of national importance in Bihar, according to information provided to Parliament.

Stock Market Today March 9, 2026: Sensex tanks 1,353 points

Stock Market Today March 9, 2026: Sensex tanks 1,353 points

Rediff.com35 minutes ago

Indian equity markets experienced a significant downturn, with the Sensex and Nifty plummeting due to rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions in West Asia, and continuous foreign fund outflows.

Haryana Woman, Daughters Die by Suicide: Dowry Harassment Claim

Haryana Woman, Daughters Die by Suicide: Dowry Harassment Claim

Rediff.com39 minutes ago

A 28-year-old woman and her three daughters allegedly committed suicide by jumping into a well in Haryana's Nuh district. The woman's family alleges dowry harassment and mistreatment for not bearing a son as the cause.

Stranded West Indies, South Africa players to leave India on Tuesday

Stranded West Indies, South Africa players to leave India on Tuesday

Rediff.com47 minutes ago

The West Indies and South Africa cricket teams are scheduled to leave India after being stranded due to travel restrictions caused by the Middle East conflict following their T20 World Cup campaigns.

Middle East conflict: No fuel price hike for now despite crude spike

Middle East conflict: No fuel price hike for now despite crude spike

Rediff.com48 minutes ago

Despite international crude oil rates crossing USD 100 per barrel due to Middle East tensions, the Indian government plans to maintain current petrol and diesel prices, ensuring uninterrupted fuel supply across the country.

Abhishek Banerjee Dares Amit Shah to Resign Amidst 'Clean Politics' Debate

Abhishek Banerjee Dares Amit Shah to Resign Amidst 'Clean Politics' Debate

Rediff.com1 hour ago

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee challenges Amit Shah to resign, questioning his commitment to clean politics, citing Shah's past arrest and criticising the BJP's actions against allegedly corrupt leaders.

India and New Zealand Explore Enhanced Sports Collaboration

India and New Zealand Explore Enhanced Sports Collaboration

Rediff.com1 hour ago

India and New Zealand are set to strengthen their sports collaboration through joint training camps, coaching exchanges, and knowledge sharing in sports science, analytics, and athlete performance systems, marking 100 years of sporting ties in 2026.

VHP Calls for Stringent Action in Uttam Nagar Holi Clash Death

VHP Calls for Stringent Action in Uttam Nagar Holi Clash Death

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has condemned the killing of Tarun Khatik during a Holi clash in Delhi and demanded strict action against the culprits, invoking the 'Yogi model' of justice.

Journalist murder: HC explains why Dera chief was acquitted

Journalist murder: HC explains why Dera chief was acquitted

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has acquitted Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in the 2002 murder of a journalist, citing a failure by the prosecution to prove its case and questioning the CBI's investigation.

Sanju Samson credits Sachin Tendulkar's advice for World Cup turnaround

Sanju Samson credits Sachin Tendulkar's advice for World Cup turnaround

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Sanju Samson, fresh from India's T20 World Cup victory, reveals how a change in approach and crucial advice from Sachin Tendulkar helped him regain form and contribute to the team's success.

Accused in Rohit Shetty Firing Incident Requests Bail to Attend Agra Wedding

Accused in Rohit Shetty Firing Incident Requests Bail to Attend Agra Wedding

Rediff.com1 hour ago

An accused in the Rohit Shetty house firing case has requested temporary bail to attend his wedding in Agra, scheduled for March 11. The court will hear the plea on Tuesday.

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Apologises to Mammootty for Online Attacks

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Apologises to Mammootty for Online Attacks

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan publicly apologised to Malayalam actor Mammootty for online abuse following a controversy related to a visit to a Wayanad township.

UP man critical after being set on fire over handpump argument

UP man critical after being set on fire over handpump argument

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A watchman in Uttar Pradesh was critically injured after being allegedly set on fire by the son of a village head following a dispute over a malfunctioning handpump.

Bumrah, Samson, Kishan, Pandya named in ICC T20 World Cup team

Bumrah, Samson, Kishan, Pandya named in ICC T20 World Cup team

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Jasprit Bumrah, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, and Hardik Pandya have been named in the ICC's Team of the 2026 T20 World Cup after India's record-breaking victory.

Punjab Police Arrest 167 in Anti-Gangster Campaign, 75 in Anti-Drug Drive

Punjab Police Arrest 167 in Anti-Gangster Campaign, 75 in Anti-Drug Drive

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Punjab Police have arrested 167 people in an anti-gangster campaign and 75 drug smugglers, seizing weapons and drugs as part of ongoing efforts to combat crime.

Bengal polls: CEC warns of action over law and order lapses

Bengal polls: CEC warns of action over law and order lapses

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Election Commission has warned against any lapses in maintaining law and order ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, questioning the absence of a Narcotics Advisory Committee in the state and directing strict monitoring of financial transactions.

India to Host World Para Athletics Grand Prix

India to Host World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com1 hour ago

India is set to host the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, featuring athletes from eight nations competing in various track and field events. The event provides a crucial platform for both established and emerging para-athletes.

MP Urges Centre to Enact Law Against Discrimination Towards North-Eastern Citizens

MP Urges Centre to Enact Law Against Discrimination Towards North-Eastern Citizens

Rediff.com1 hour ago

BJP MP Tapir Gao has called on the central government to enact a law to protect people from the northeast from discrimination and atrocities outside their home states, following an alleged assault on a Manipuri woman in Delhi.

Wild Elephant Attack Claims Woman's Life in Karnataka Village

Wild Elephant Attack Claims Woman's Life in Karnataka Village

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A 55-year-old woman was killed in Kodagu district, Karnataka, after being attacked by a wild elephant while walking to work. Forest officials are working to capture the elephant amid rising concerns over human-wildlife conflict in the region.

West Asia conflict: Afghanistan-Sri Lanka white-ball series faces postponement

West Asia conflict: Afghanistan-Sri Lanka white-ball series faces postponement

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Afghanistan-Sri Lanka white-ball series likely to be postponed indefinitely as West Asia conflict deepens

Narcotics Control Bureau nabs two drug peddlers, seizes 2.6 crore worth of ganja in Assam

Narcotics Control Bureau nabs two drug peddlers, seizes 2.6 crore worth of ganja in Assam

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized over 500 kg of ganja worth 2.6 crore and arrested two peddlers in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The drugs were being transported from Manipur to West Bengal.

Jai Ram Thakur Accuses Himachal Pradesh Government of Corruption, Illegal Tree Felling

Jai Ram Thakur Accuses Himachal Pradesh Government of Corruption, Illegal Tree Felling

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur accuses the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh of corruption and political patronage, citing illegal tree felling and financial irregularities.

Assets of Former Assam Excise Secretary Attached in Money Laundering Probe

Assets of Former Assam Excise Secretary Attached in Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached immovable assets worth over Rs 5 crore belonging to former Assam excise secretary Indreswar Kalita in connection with a money laundering investigation.

Visa Forgery Gang Busted in Noida, One Arrested

Visa Forgery Gang Busted in Noida, One Arrested

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Noida Police have arrested one person and busted a gang allegedly involved in forging visas and duping people with promises of overseas jobs.

Kerala Minister's Infidelity Allegations Put Ruling LDF on Defensive

Kerala Minister's Infidelity Allegations Put Ruling LDF on Defensive

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The ruling LDF in Kerala faces criticism after infidelity allegations against Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar surfaced, with the opposition UDF questioning the government's response and commitment to women's safety.

Gary Kirsten to coach Sri Lanka until 2028

Gary Kirsten to coach Sri Lanka until 2028

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Gary Kirsten, the former India World Cup-winning coach, has been appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka cricket team on a two-year contract, aiming to strengthen the national side for major global events, including the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Bengaluru Businessman Found Dead After Alleged Kidnapping

Bengaluru Businessman Found Dead After Alleged Kidnapping

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A real estate businessman from Bengaluru was found dead in Tamil Nadu a day after being allegedly kidnapped. Police have arrested a suspect believed to be the mastermind behind the crime.

Bengaluru Businessman Found Dead After Alleged Kidnapping

Bengaluru Businessman Found Dead After Alleged Kidnapping

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A real estate businessman from Bengaluru was found dead in Tamil Nadu a day after being allegedly kidnapped. Police have arrested a suspect believed to be the mastermind behind the crime.

Badal Accuses AAP of Deteriorating Punjab Law and Order

Badal Accuses AAP of Deteriorating Punjab Law and Order

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal has criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, alleging a decline in law and order and accusing them of using financial schemes to sway voters ahead of elections.

Bengaluru Businessman Found Dead After Alleged Kidnapping

Bengaluru Businessman Found Dead After Alleged Kidnapping

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A real estate businessman from Bengaluru was found dead in Tamil Nadu a day after being allegedly kidnapped. Police have arrested a suspect believed to be the mastermind behind the crime.

School Faces Protest After Teacher Allegedly Tonsures Student Over Hair Length

School Faces Protest After Teacher Allegedly Tonsures Student Over Hair Length

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A private school in Hyderabad faces protests after a teacher allegedly forcibly tonsured a student for having long hair, which the family says was part of a religious vow.

Amit Shah likely to reply to debate on motion against Speaker Birla

Amit Shah likely to reply to debate on motion against Speaker Birla

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to respond to the debate on the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, following allegations of partisan conduct. The motion, moved by opposition members, questions Birla's impartiality and handling of House proceedings.

Maharashtra cancels bike taxi licences for Uber, Ola, Rapido

Maharashtra cancels bike taxi licences for Uber, Ola, Rapido

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Maharashtra government has revoked provisional licences issued to motorbike aggregators like Rapido, Ola, and Uber due to non-compliance with the Maharashtra E-bike Taxi Rules 2024, including the mandatory use of electric vehicles and submission of required documents.

Complaint Filed Against Anurag Sharma Over Alleged Election Rule Violations

Complaint Filed Against Anurag Sharma Over Alleged Election Rule Violations

Rediff.com2 hours ago

A complaint has been filed against Rajya Sabha member Anurag Sharma, alleging concealment of property details and violation of election rules during the nomination process.

Govt unlikely to allow West Asia debate in Parl after Jaishankar's reply

Govt unlikely to allow West Asia debate in Parl after Jaishankar's reply

Rediff.com2 hours ago

The Indian government is unlikely to allow a parliamentary debate on the West Asia crisis, citing prior briefings by the External Affairs Minister. This decision comes amid opposition protests and a pending no-confidence motion against the Speaker.