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Haryana, Himachal Police Recreate Tutor's Murder Scene

Haryana, Himachal Police Recreate Tutor's Murder Scene

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Haryana and Himachal Pradesh police teams recreate the murder of an Ambala tutor in a Himachal forest, with the accused taken to the scene where he allegedly tried to burn the body.

Former Cricketer Kiran Powar to Open World-Class Sports Complex

Former Cricketer Kiran Powar to Open World-Class Sports Complex

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Former first-class cricketer and coach Kiran Powar is set to launch a multi-sports facility near Mumbai and Pune, aiming to nurture young talent and promote active lifestyles.

Siya kept fianc Ketan's phone with her after his murder: Police

Siya kept fianc Ketan's phone with her after his murder: Police

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Pune police are investigating whether Siya Goyal, fiancee of allegedly murdered realtor Ketan Agarwal, deleted or tampered with evidence on his mobile phone while it was in her possession after his death.

What's Ranveer Singh's Connection With Danny Boyle?

What's Ranveer Singh's Connection With Danny Boyle?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Ranveer Singh's zombie survival thriller Pralay is set to elevate its horror quotient by engaging the world-class prosthetic makeup artists behind Danny Boyle's iconic 28 Days Later.

Delhi Budget 2026-27 Focuses on Social Welfare, Launches 'Vayo Anand' Scheme

Delhi Budget 2026-27 Focuses on Social Welfare, Launches 'Vayo Anand' Scheme

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Delhi government's 2026-27 budget prioritises social welfare, introducing the 'Vayo Anand' scheme for senior citizens' recreational activities and constructing an integrated complex for children in juvenile reform homes.

From Snow Passes To Shikara Rides

From Snow Passes To Shikara Rides

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

Himachal Pradesh's snow-covered mountain passes and Kashmir's iconic lakes attract tourists yearning to escape the hot summer.

Teen dies after zipline cable snaps at Agra amusement park

Teen dies after zipline cable snaps at Agra amusement park

Rediff.com25 May 2026

A 16-year-old boy, Kunal Agrawal, died after a zipline cable snapped at an amusement facility in Agra, causing him to fall nearly 45 feet. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, and an FIR has been registered as police investigate the private company operating the zipline.

Beware Of A Push-Pull Relationship

Beware Of A Push-Pull Relationship

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

What keeps many people stuck in a push-pull relationship is not happiness, says Counselling Psychologist Arouba Kabir. It is the hope that the version of the relationship they occasionally experience will one day become permanent.

Why Modi Should Watch Japan's Transformation Under Sanae Takaichi

Why Modi Should Watch Japan's Transformation Under Sanae Takaichi

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

History may remember Takaichi Sanae not as the leader who simply accelerated Japanese rearmament, but as one who governed during Japan's transition from an industrial-age security model to a post-industrial strategic member of the global order, points out Varun Arya.

Tata IPL Fan Park to Bring Live Match Action to Margao

Tata IPL Fan Park to Bring Live Match Action to Margao

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Tata IPL Fan Park will be held at SGPDA Ground in Margao on May 16 and 17, featuring live match screenings, music, food stalls and fan activities.

International Women's Day Carnival Promotes Fitness and Empowerment

International Women's Day Carnival Promotes Fitness and Empowerment

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Fit India Movement launched a three-day International Women's Day Carnival at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, celebrating women's strength and leadership through fitness activities and sport.

Pakistan's Mohammad Nawaz in trouble after alleged drug test

Pakistan's Mohammad Nawaz in trouble after alleged drug test

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz is under investigation after allegedly testing positive for recreational drug use during the T20 World Cup 2026, raising concerns about player conduct and anti-doping standards.

Delhi Gymkhana seeks alternate land amid takeover row

Delhi Gymkhana seeks alternate land amid takeover row

Rediff.com26 May 2026

Delhi Gymkhana Club members call takeover "illegal" and highlight heritage and social value.

Telangana's Jail Museum To Offer 'Life In Prison' Experience

Telangana's Jail Museum To Offer 'Life In Prison' Experience

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Telangana Prisons Department is set to launch a Jail Museum in Hyderabad, offering visitors a unique 'life in prison' experience and insights into the history and functioning of prisons.

Odisha Honour Killing: Wife and Lover Arrested in Murder Plot

Odisha Honour Killing: Wife and Lover Arrested in Murder Plot

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Police in Jajpur, Odisha, have arrested five individuals, including a woman and her lover, in connection with the murder of her husband. The investigation revealed a complex web of relationships, leading to a planned execution.

Karnataka unveils draft policy to address digital addiction in students

Karnataka unveils draft policy to address digital addiction in students

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Karnataka government has introduced a draft policy to address the growing concerns surrounding excessive and unsafe digital technology use among students, focusing on mental health, cyber safety, and responsible digital behaviour.

Pickleball debuts in North Kashmir with new courts in Baramulla

Pickleball debuts in North Kashmir with new courts in Baramulla

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

North Kashmir took a significant step in promoting fitness and inclusive recreational activities with the inauguration of its first Pickleball courts at SSM College, Parihaspora, in Baramulla district.

'Filmmakers Need To Be Brave'

'Filmmakers Need To Be Brave'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Farhan Akhtar is going the Karan Johar way.

'Congress Eyeing 2036 Polls'

'Congress Eyeing 2036 Polls'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

'It is clear they have accepted that the next two elections belong to the BJP.'

How Parents Can Deal With Child's Gaming Addiction

How Parents Can Deal With Child's Gaming Addiction

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

'Look at what kind of sites the child is visiting, what kind of games they are playing and then tell them about the pitfalls.' 'After the child sleeps, parents can check the history of sites visited and block sites that could be dangerous or inappropriate.'

Odisha's Raja Parba: Honouring Womanhood

Odisha's Raja Parba: Honouring Womanhood

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The Raja Parba or Raja festival celebrates the enduring spirit of womanhood.

OpenAI Trains ChatGPT To 'Think in Indian'

OpenAI Trains ChatGPT To 'Think in Indian'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'The aim is to have curated datasets that create cultural and historical nuances that help us make our models understand these better.'

Raja Parba Special: Shristi's Poda Pitha

Raja Parba Special: Shristi's Poda Pitha

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Enjoyed best during Raja, it's a unique dessert from Odisha.

Have Your Kids Built A Diwali Killa?

Have Your Kids Built A Diwali Killa?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Diwali celebrations in Maharashtra would be incomplete without the making of the killa, a playful ritual rooted in tradition and creativity, where children and adults come together to craft miniature forts made using mud, sand and clay.

Fresh Air Becomes Real Estate Must-Have

Fresh Air Becomes Real Estate Must-Have

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Interest in green living is rising, with clean air and open spaces becoming key selling points for residential projects, particularly as Indian cities struggle with deteriorating air quality.

Kohli-backed World Bowling League to launch next year

Kohli-backed World Bowling League to launch next year

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

The first edition of the World Bowling League backed by celebrity cricketer Virat Kohli and baseball star Mookie Betts, will roll out with six franchises competing in iconic locations early next year.

Burnout Or Boredom? Know The Signs At Work

Burnout Or Boredom? Know The Signs At Work

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Even though both situations -- with their symptoms of detachment and fatigue -- may occur at the same time, the causes for both are quite different. Which means they need to be approached differently, points out Shruti Swaroop, founder, Embrace Consulting and co-founder, International Inclusion Alliance.

Indian Youth Spend More Time on Work

Indian Youth Spend More Time on Work

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

In 2019, out of the 1,440 minutes in a day, Indian youth spent 148 minutes on employment-related activities, which increased to 158 minutes in 2024.

Study Abroad: 4 SIMPLE TIPS To Save Money

Study Abroad: 4 SIMPLE TIPS To Save Money

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Aditya Mhatre shares some practical and actionable tips to save money and focus on what matters most when you are studying abroad

India vs Pakistan called off! All about WCL controversy

India vs Pakistan called off! All about WCL controversy

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

A veterans' cricket match involving India and Pakistan in the World Championship of Legends in London on Sunday has been cancelled after Indian players, including Shikhar Dhawan, refused to be a part of it citing the Pahalgam terror attack in April.

'Such Catastrophes Will Only Worsen'

'Such Catastrophes Will Only Worsen'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'There is a clear relationship between the Char Dham road widening and these landslides.' 'The situation has further worsened with the massive influx of tourists whose number are running into several lakhs per month.' 'No parameters have been laid down to control tourist inflow and the result is that the Char Dham yatra has seen a sharp escalation in accidents and loss of lives.'

Cops recreate conman Sukesh's meetings with Nikki Tamboli, Sofia Singh in Tihar

Cops recreate conman Sukesh's meetings with Nikki Tamboli, Sofia Singh in Tihar

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

The police said ever since Chandrasherkar has been jailed, the prison had become a hub of illegal activities which he carried out with the help of jail officials.

Man-made disaster: Gujarat HC on Rajkot game zone fire

Man-made disaster: Gujarat HC on Rajkot game zone fire

Rediff.com26 May 2024

Such gaming zones and recreational facilities have come up without the necessary approvals from competent authorities, the bench of Justices Biren Vaishnav and Devan Desai observed.

Khushi, Raashii Give Us Galentine Goals!

Khushi, Raashii Give Us Galentine Goals!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

When girlfriends decide to have fun...

From Alps To Underwater Vows, Weddings Turn Extravagant & Unique

From Alps To Underwater Vows, Weddings Turn Extravagant & Unique

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

There's clearly no limit to how dramatic a wedding can be.

Blue Economy Needs Strong Navy Protection

Blue Economy Needs Strong Navy Protection

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Naval assets take years to build, and therefore, not only is futuristic force planning essential, but indigenous projects must also be put into the pipeline, technologies developed and contracts for assets signed regularly so that the Indian Navy always remains a future-focussed force, asserts Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

How's The Josh At Amazon, Flipkart?

How's The Josh At Amazon, Flipkart?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

While war rooms are set up closer to the sales, warlike preparations go into it almost 12 months in advance to ensure that on D-day the firm gives its best to its customers.

After flak, J-K police say softer UAPA provisions slapped on 7 students

After flak, J-K police say softer UAPA provisions slapped on 7 students

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Several politicians, including the former J-K chief ministers Mehbooba Mufti and Omar Abdullah, have condemned the action by police, alleging that it will disaffect the youths with such an extreme punishment.

Biz activity grows to new high despite Omicron: Nomura

Biz activity grows to new high despite Omicron: Nomura

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Despite fears of the Omicron variant, business activity touched an all-time high since the onset of the pandemic for the week ended December 12, a Japanese brokerage said on Monday. The Nomura India Business Resumption Index (NIBRI), which compares the activity for a particular week as against the one before the onset of the pandemic, rose to 115.8 from the 112.9 for the previous week. "Despite Omicron risks, neither policy restrictions nor public fear factor appear to have had any impact on mobility so far, which is supporting a further normalisation in services," it said in a statement.

Zimbabwe cricketers caught in drug scandal, face suspension

Zimbabwe cricketers caught in drug scandal, face suspension

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Zimbabwe suspends two players over alleged drug use