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Supreme Court Addresses Legal Representation for Manipur Violence Victims

Supreme Court Addresses Legal Representation for Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has requested a response from the Manipur State Legal Authority regarding the appointment of legal aid counsel for two women allegedly paraded naked during the 2023 ethnic clashes in Manipur. This follows a plea from the CBI against the Gauhati High Court's decision to grant bail to two accused in the case.

Sivagiri Mutt Head Calls for Equal Political Representation for Backward Communities in Kerala

Sivagiri Mutt Head Calls for Equal Political Representation for Backward Communities in Kerala

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Sivagiri Mutt head Swami Satchidananda has voiced concerns over the lack of adequate representation for backward communities in elections by political parties in Kerala, India. He also welcomed the Kerala High Court decision disqualifying the leadership of the SNDP Yogam.

Bombay High Court Orders Retrial in 2017 Rape and Murder Case Due to Lack of Legal Representation

Bombay High Court Orders Retrial in 2017 Rape and Murder Case Due to Lack of Legal Representation

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Bombay High Court overturned the conviction and death sentence of a man in a 2017 rape and murder case, citing a violation of his fundamental right to a fair trial due to lack of legal representation. The court ordered a fresh trial, emphasising the need for a fair process for both the accused and the prosecution.

KSCA Extends Pension Benefits to Veteran Women Cricketers

KSCA Extends Pension Benefits to Veteran Women Cricketers

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has announced a monthly pension for former women cricketers who represented the state in the Senior Women's National Championship, aiming to honour their contributions to the sport.

Government Puts Airline Seat Rule on Hold After Industry Pushback

Government Puts Airline Seat Rule on Hold After Industry Pushback

Rediff.com19 hours ago

The government has suspended its directive requiring airlines to offer at least 60% of seats on flights without additional charges, following industry concerns about the impact on fares and pricing structures.

The Quiz You Absolutely Must Take

The Quiz You Absolutely Must Take

Rediff.com2 days ago

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Bait Review: Brown Bond For The Win!

Bait Review: Brown Bond For The Win!

Rediff.com4 days ago

Riz Ahmed's new series Bait delivers a bitingly humorous, and topical commentary on a British-Pakistani actor's audacious journey auditioning for James Bond, challenging traditional casting norms and exploring complex themes of identity and representation.

Actor Vijay faces scrutiny over discrepancies in affidavits

Actor Vijay faces scrutiny over discrepancies in affidavits

Rediff.com1 days ago

Discrepancies in actor Vijay's election affidavits regarding pending criminal cases and bank accounts have surfaced, potentially leading to legal and political challenges.

Anil Ambani, Reliance Communications Face New CBI Case Over Alleged Rs 3,750 Crore LIC Loss

Anil Ambani, Reliance Communications Face New CBI Case Over Alleged Rs 3,750 Crore LIC Loss

Rediff.com3 days ago

The CBI has registered a new case against Anil Ambani and Reliance Communications Ltd for allegedly causing a loss of Rs 3,750 crore to the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India.

Bengal: Lawyer who 'masterminded' judicial officers' gherao held

Bengal: Lawyer who 'masterminded' judicial officers' gherao held

Rediff.com1 days ago

West Bengal Police have arrested the alleged mastermind behind the gherao of seven judicial officers in Malda district. The accused, advocate Mofakkarul Islam, was apprehended at Bagdogra airport while attempting to flee.

Passed Class 8? You Can Apply For This Scholarship

Passed Class 8? You Can Apply For This Scholarship

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Kiran Pratibha Scholarship 2026 is an opportunity provided by the Kiran Foundation to students who have passed Class 8 or are at least 14 years of age.

Govt Extends SIM-Binding Deadline for WhatsApp, Telegram Till Dec 31

Govt Extends SIM-Binding Deadline for WhatsApp, Telegram Till Dec 31

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian government has extended the deadline for implementing SIM-binding rules for mobile messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to December 31, following requests from the industry. The Department of Telecom has also relaxed the mandatory six-hour log-out rule for web versions of these apps.

UP man bites off wife's nose, cheek in brutal attack over domestic dispute

UP man bites off wife's nose, cheek in brutal attack over domestic dispute

Rediff.com2 days ago

A woman in Uttar Pradesh was severely injured after her husband allegedly bit off parts of her nose and cheek during a domestic dispute. Police have registered a case and are searching for the accused.

RBSE Class 12 Results Declared; Girls Outperform Boys in Key Streams

RBSE Class 12 Results Declared; Girls Outperform Boys in Key Streams

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education has announced the Class 12 results for Arts, Commerce, and Science streams. The results were announced by Education Minister Madan Dilawar, with multiple students topping each stream. Girls outperformed boys in Arts and Science, while boys had a higher pass percentage in Commerce.

IPL 2026: Who Needs B'day Cake? Sooryavanshi Smashes IPL Fifty Instead

IPL 2026: Who Needs B'day Cake? Sooryavanshi Smashes IPL Fifty Instead

Rediff.com5 days ago

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the Rajasthan Royals' young talent, celebrated his 15th birthday by smashing the second-fastest fifty in the team's IPL history, leading them to a dominant victory over Chennai Super Kings.

Kochhar One Shot Off Lead at International Series Japan

Kochhar One Shot Off Lead at International Series Japan

Rediff.com1 days ago

Karandeep Kochhar is one shot off the lead after a second consecutive bogey-free round at the International Series Japan. Jeev Milkha Singh also made the cut, while other Indian golfers did not.

Rajasthan Opposition Alleges Conflict of Interest in Adarsh Credit Society Scam Case

Rajasthan Opposition Alleges Conflict of Interest in Adarsh Credit Society Scam Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

Rajasthan's Leader of Opposition, Tika Ram Jully, has accused the state government of a 'double game' in the Adarsh Credit Cooperative Society scam, alleging a conflict of interest involving the Additional Advocate General.

HC closes Celina Jaitly plea on brother's UAE detention

HC closes Celina Jaitly plea on brother's UAE detention

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Delhi High Court has closed proceedings on Celina Jaitly's petition regarding her brother Vikrant Jaitly's detention in the UAE, directing the Centre to continue providing legal assistance.

'Identity of a true player': PM Modi hails Sanju Samson's T20 World Cup heroics

'Identity of a true player': PM Modi hails Sanju Samson's T20 World Cup heroics

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Sanju Samson's performance in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his focus and intensity during crucial matches.

Delhi man, son held for honour killing of 19-year-old woman

Delhi man, son held for honour killing of 19-year-old woman

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a man and his son for allegedly murdering his 19-year-old daughter in what appears to be an honour killing case in Hari Nagar, west Delhi. The victim was allegedly killed for being in a relationship her family disapproved of.

Verushka Singh, first Indian-origin Mrs South Africa, quits after 4 months

Verushka Singh, first Indian-origin Mrs South Africa, quits after 4 months

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Verushka Singh, the first Indian-origin Mrs South Africa, has resigned from her position after four months, citing personal and family reasons. Her reign was marked by advocacy for environmental sustainability and women's empowerment.

IDF strikes over 200 Iranian targets, 140 Hezbollah sites

IDF strikes over 200 Iranian targets, 140 Hezbollah sites

Rediff.com47 minutes ago

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have conducted a massive military operation targeting more than 200 infrastructure sites within Iran and an additional 140 Hezbollah assets across Lebanon.

Matthew Hayden lauds Shubman Gill's leadership and batting prowess

Matthew Hayden lauds Shubman Gill's leadership and batting prowess

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gujarat Titans batting coach Matthew Hayden praises Shubman Gill's clarity, confidence, and leadership skills ahead of their IPL 2026 opener against Punjab Kings.

Indian-Origin Tech Leader Mangala Kuppa Named CIO of US Department of Labour

Indian-Origin Tech Leader Mangala Kuppa Named CIO of US Department of Labour

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mangala Kuppa, an Indian-origin technology leader, has been appointed as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the US Department of Labour, after serving in an acting capacity since October. She also serves as the department's Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer.

SC dismisses plea on AI171 crash probe, questions petitioner

SC dismisses plea on AI171 crash probe, questions petitioner

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition related to the preliminary investigation report on the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, questioning the petitioner's motives and agenda.

Himachal Pradesh Government Reopens Inquiry into Solan Land Deal Amidst Opposition Pressure

Himachal Pradesh Government Reopens Inquiry into Solan Land Deal Amidst Opposition Pressure

Rediff.com12 hours ago

The Himachal Pradesh government has ordered a fresh inquiry into the Chester Hill land case in Solan, following opposition allegations of a 'benami' land deal and violations of land laws. This decision comes after the withdrawal of a previous order that had questioned the initial inquiry's legality.

Staggered Jet Fuel Price Hike to Shield Passengers from Steep Fare Rises

Staggered Jet Fuel Price Hike to Shield Passengers from Steep Fare Rises

Rediff.com3 days ago

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu announced that public sector oil marketing companies will implement a partial and staggered increase in jet fuel prices for domestic airlines, aiming to protect passengers from steep fare hikes.

Pak-linked terror module targeting key infra busted in UP, 4 nabbed

Pak-linked terror module targeting key infra busted in UP, 4 nabbed

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested four members of a suspected terror module allegedly operating at the behest of Pakistani handlers for planning attacks on key installations, including railway infrastructure.

Court Acquits Nine in 2020 Delhi Riots Case Citing Lack of Specificity in Testimonies

Court Acquits Nine in 2020 Delhi Riots Case Citing Lack of Specificity in Testimonies

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Delhi court has acquitted nine men in a case related to the 2020 Delhi riots, citing unreliable and general testimonies from witnesses.

Population Foundation of India Urges Inclusive Approach to Digital Census

Population Foundation of India Urges Inclusive Approach to Digital Census

Rediff.com2 days ago

Population Foundation of India welcomes the digitisation of the Census but emphasises the need for inclusivity, data security, and addressing the under-reporting of women's contributions.

Israeli Firm Delivers First Batch of LMGs Under 'Make in India' Scheme

Israeli Firm Delivers First Batch of LMGs Under 'Make in India' Scheme

Rediff.com3 days ago

Israel Weapons Industries (IWI) has delivered the first batch of NEGEV 7.62x51 light machine guns to India under the 'Make in India' initiative, marking a significant step in India-Israel defence cooperation and indigenous defence manufacturing.

Jharkhand: Teen killed in sacrificial ritual; mother, tantrik arrested

Jharkhand: Teen killed in sacrificial ritual; mother, tantrik arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, have arrested a mother, an occult practitioner, and a man in connection with the ritualistic killing of a teenage girl. The girl was allegedly strangled as a sacrifice to cure the mother's son.

IPL 2026: 'Get lost!' Harbhajan's angry reply goes viral

IPL 2026: 'Get lost!' Harbhajan's angry reply goes viral

Rediff.com5 days ago

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh responded strongly to casteist and abusive remarks directed at him and other commentators during the opening night of the Indian Premier League 2026.

Parl to reconvene on Apr 16 to expand LS seats to implement women's quota

Parl to reconvene on Apr 16 to expand LS seats to implement women's quota

Rediff.com2 days ago

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju indicated that the government may bring a bill to increase seats in the Lok Sabha, potentially to implement reservation for women in the legislature. The Opposition has raised concerns about the timing and implications of the proposed bills.

Wife is absolute owner of 'streedhan', husband may use but...: HC

Wife is absolute owner of 'streedhan', husband may use but...: HC

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a wife cannot be subjected to a criminal trial for breach of trust for taking away her 'streedhan' property, as she is its absolute owner.

UPPSC PCS 2024 Results: What Salary Do Officers Get?

UPPSC PCS 2024 Results: What Salary Do Officers Get?

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) announced the final results of the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Examination 2024 (UPPSC 2024) late Sunday night.

CBIC Removes Rs 10 Lakh Cap on Courier Exports, Streamlines E-commerce Shipments

CBIC Removes Rs 10 Lakh Cap on Courier Exports, Streamlines E-commerce Shipments

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has eliminated the Rs 10 lakh value cap per consignment for courier-based commercial exports, effective April 1, aiming to significantly boost e-commerce shipments, particularly for MSMEs and artisans.

FCRA Bill likely in Parl today, Congress asks MPs to rush to Delhi

FCRA Bill likely in Parl today, Congress asks MPs to rush to Delhi

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Congress party has directed its MPs to attend Parliament and protest against the FCRA Amendment Bill, describing it as unconstitutional and a threat to minority organisations. The government asserts the bill aims to enhance transparency and prevent misuse of foreign funds.

AI, 3-Language Rule in CBSE Curriculum

AI, 3-Language Rule in CBSE Curriculum

Rediff.com1 days ago

Art education, physical education and wellbeing, vocational education and interdisciplinary studies will be compulsory.

Congress Leader Hacked to Death in Punjab, Sparking Outrage

Congress Leader Hacked to Death in Punjab, Sparking Outrage

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Congress leader was murdered in Punjab's Ludhiana district, prompting strong reactions and raising concerns about the state's law and order situation.