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How Bengaluru Will Use AI To Manage Water Better

How Bengaluru Will Use AI To Manage Water Better

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) is set to explore the use of AI, predictive analytics, and robotic inspection technologies to detect water theft, reduce leakages, and improve operational efficiency across Bengaluru's water distribution network.

Delhi to register only e-two-wheelers from April 2028

Delhi to register only e-two-wheelers from April 2028

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

The Delhi government has approved an ambitious electric vehicle policy that eliminates registration fees and road taxes for EVs priced up to Rs 30 lakh, offers a Rs 1 lakh incentive for purchasing new EVs while scrapping old vehicles, and mandates that only electric two-wheelers can be registered starting April 2028.

Delhi to get first underground nuclear and chemical command centre

Delhi to get first underground nuclear and chemical command centre

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Delhi is set to establish its first underground Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) command centre at the new Delhi Fire Services headquarters, a facility designed to ensure uninterrupted coordination and protection for personnel during nuclear warfare, radiological leaks, or chemical disasters.

Himachal CM Orders Removal of Officials on 'Doubtful Integrity' List

Himachal CM Orders Removal of Officials on 'Doubtful Integrity' List

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced that all government officials listed in the Officers of Doubtful Integrity (ODI) will be removed from sensitive positions. The decision follows concerns raised in the state assembly regarding officials with questionable integrity holding key posts and receiving extensions.

Gold Worth 9.17 Crore Seized In Chhattisgarh

Gold Worth 9.17 Crore Seized In Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Police in Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district seized 7.5 kilograms of gold worth Rs 9.17 crore from a car. The occupants of the car could not provide satisfactory answers about the gold's origin or produce relevant documentation.

DRI Busts Cigarette Smuggling Racket In Uttar Pradesh

DRI Busts Cigarette Smuggling Racket In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com24 May 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 3,00,000 sticks of foreign-origin cigarettes worth approximately Rs 45 lakh in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. The cigarettes were being smuggled from Myanmar into India and transported from Assam, concealed within a truck carrying bamboo cuts.

DRI Seizes Cocaine Worth 11.25 Crore At Mumbai Airport

DRI Seizes Cocaine Worth 11.25 Crore At Mumbai Airport

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 2.25 kg of cocaine valued at Rs 11.25 crore and arrested four foreign nationals at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai.

How Rajasthan Police Froze Rs 80 Lakh Assets Of Drug Trafficker

How Rajasthan Police Froze Rs 80 Lakh Assets Of Drug Trafficker

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Rajasthan Police in Pratapgarh has frozen assets worth approximately Rs 80 lakh belonging to an alleged drug trafficker, Asad Iqbal, under the SAFEMA and NDPS Act. The action, part of 'Operation Trinetra', followed a financial investigation into his illegal earnings from inter-state drug trafficking, after his arrest for opium possession.

DRI Busts Ivory Trafficking Ring In Mysuru

DRI Busts Ivory Trafficking Ring In Mysuru

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a wildlife trafficking syndicate involved in the illegal trade of Indian elephant tusks (ivory) in Mysuru, leading to the seizure of 4.058 kg of tusks and the apprehension of three individuals.

Uttar Pradesh Man Arrested With Marijuana At Ahmedabad Airport

Uttar Pradesh Man Arrested With Marijuana At Ahmedabad Airport

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A man from Uttar Pradesh was arrested at Ahmedabad airport for allegedly possessing over 20 kg of marijuana after arriving from Bangkok.

DRI Seizes Cocaine Worth 13.2 Cr At Mumbai Airport

DRI Seizes Cocaine Worth 13.2 Cr At Mumbai Airport

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized cocaine valued at 13.2 crore from two passengers in separate operations at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.

MP: Revenue official mowed down by illegal sand vehicle

MP: Revenue official mowed down by illegal sand vehicle

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

A patwari, a local revenue department official, was crushed to death by a tractor-trolley used for transporting sand illegally in Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, police said on Sunday.

UP govt seals two illegal madrasas in Ghaziabad amid intensified drive

UP govt seals two illegal madrasas in Ghaziabad amid intensified drive

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Ghaziabad authorities have sealed two illegal madrasas in Indirapuram and Loni, citing lack of registration, NOCs, and inadequate facilities. This action is part of an intensified crackdown on unrecognised institutions, which gained momentum following the recent killing of a teenager in the area.

September 4 Start Confirmed for ISL, But AIFF Defers League Structure Decision

September 4 Start Confirmed for ISL, But AIFF Defers League Structure Decision

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

The AIFF has approved a September 4 start for the 2026-27 Indian Super League but deferred a final decision on the league's governance structure, with further discussions set to continue between the federation and ISL clubs.

Passengers Held At Mumbai Airport For Diamond Smuggling

Passengers Held At Mumbai Airport For Diamond Smuggling

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) apprehended two passengers at Mumbai airport attempting to smuggle diamonds worth Rs 5.70 crore to Bangkok by concealing them inside their bodies.

Ladakh relaxes liquor curbs, extends sales to 4 more districts

Ladakh relaxes liquor curbs, extends sales to 4 more districts

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Sunday approved a new Excise Policy, permitting the sale of hard liquor through retail vends, reducing documents to obtain a licence from 16 to six and extending the liquor availability to four more districts.

Maharashtra: Body Exhumed After Foul Play Suspected In Boy's Death

Maharashtra: Body Exhumed After Foul Play Suspected In Boy's Death

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Authorities in Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, exhumed the remains of a 12-year-old boy, Ganesh Naval Patil, after his family suspected foul play in his death, which occurred two-and-a-half months prior when he collapsed after being struck by a bat while playing cricket.

Adani Group And Embraer Choose Dholera For Regional Jet Assembly

Adani Group And Embraer Choose Dholera For Regional Jet Assembly

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Adani Group and Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer have selected Dholera, Gujarat, as the location for a final assembly line for Embraer's regional jets. This strategic collaboration, formalised by an MoU in January, aims to boost India's Regional Transport Aircraft programme and align with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and UDAN scheme. Embraer sees immense potential in the Indian market across various aviation segments.

Muslim board to launch movement against community's 'marginalisation'

Muslim board to launch movement against community's 'marginalisation'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) announced a nationwide movement against the 'deteriorating condition' and social and political marginalisation of Muslims in India, citing concerns over mob violence, demolition drives, and attempts to impose Vande Mataram.

Man Arrested In Telangana For Illegal Red Sand Boa Trade

Man Arrested In Telangana For Illegal Red Sand Boa Trade

Rediff.com18 May 2026

DRI officials apprehended a man in Warangal, Telangana, for attempting to sell two live red sand boas, a protected species under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

J-K Authorities Demolish Property Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Udhampur

J-K Authorities Demolish Property Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Udhampur

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district demolished an alleged illegal commercial property belonging to an alleged drug peddler as part of an ongoing crackdown against narcotics trafficking.

Why Is ED Investigating Illegal Sand Mining In West Bengal?

Why Is ED Investigating Illegal Sand Mining In West Bengal?

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) questioned IAS officer Ansar Shaikh regarding alleged illegal sand mining and trafficking from riverbeds in West Bengal's Jhargram district and adjoining areas.

Puri Jagannath Temple Secures Trademark Protection

Puri Jagannath Temple Secures Trademark Protection

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

This marks a significant step towards legally safeguarding the cultural and spiritual identity of one of Hinduism's most revered pilgrimage centres.

Airtel Defends Its Priority Postpaid Plans

Airtel Defends Its Priority Postpaid Plans

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Airtel, which upgraded all postpaid customers to priority plans, argued that the service did not throttle or degrade the experience for its prepaid customers, forming the majority of its 368 million customers in the country.

Man Arrested With Heroin Worth Over Rs 10 Crore In Lucknow

Man Arrested With Heroin Worth Over Rs 10 Crore In Lucknow

Rediff.com21 May 2026

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) arrested a man travelling from Kathmandu to Delhi in Lucknow and recovered over 5 kg of heroin worth more than Rs 10 crore.

How India plans to counter external risks facing its economy

How India plans to counter external risks facing its economy

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

The Indian government is set to accelerate reforms, including measures to enhance foreign direct investment, speed up divestment, and boost asset monetisation, to maintain economic growth despite rising fuel and fertiliser import costs driven by the West Asia crisis.

Jammu And Kashmir Achieves 93% Progress In Land Record Digitisation

Jammu And Kashmir Achieves 93% Progress In Land Record Digitisation

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir government has achieved significant progress in digitising revenue records, reaching 93.39 per cent completion with over 64 lakh records approved across the Union Territory.

Odisha Man Attempts Self-Immolation Over Road Grievance

Odisha Man Attempts Self-Immolation Over Road Grievance

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A 73-year-old man in Odisha's Jajpur district attempted self-immolation during a public grievance hearing, citing unaddressed appeals for an approach road to his house.

Illegal Mining Dispute Turns Deadly In Odisha: Man Killed

Illegal Mining Dispute Turns Deadly In Odisha: Man Killed

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A man was killed and his hand chopped off in Odisha's Nayagarh district following a dispute over illegal mining of laterite stone. Police have arrested four people in connection with the incident.

Illegal Mining Dispute Turns Deadly In Odisha's Nayagarh

Illegal Mining Dispute Turns Deadly In Odisha's Nayagarh

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A man was killed and his hand severed in Odisha's Nayagarh district following a dispute over illegal laterite stone mining. Police have arrested two suspects and are searching for others involved.

US, Iran forces clash near Strait of Hormuz amid ceasefire

US, Iran forces clash near Strait of Hormuz amid ceasefire

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Iranian media reported an exchange of fire between Iranian and US forces near the Strait of Hormuz, amidst a shaky ceasefire between the two countries.

Make Iran pay: US weighs using frozen assets for Gulf reconstruction

Make Iran pay: US weighs using frozen assets for Gulf reconstruction

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

A source familiar with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking revealed on Saturday that the department "intends to utilise all available authorities to make Iranian assets accessible for rebuilding and repair efforts related to any future damage inflicted by Iran."

Kerala To End Political Parole, Focus On Inmate Rights And Reforms

Kerala To End Political Parole, Focus On Inmate Rights And Reforms

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced that parole would not be granted or extended on political grounds, assuring that eligible prisoners' legitimate rights would be protected. He highlighted ongoing prison reforms aimed at improving rehabilitation, welfare measures, and administration, including plans to amend the prison manual and strengthen security.

Customs To Tighten Vigil Against Gold Smuggling After Duty Hike

Customs To Tighten Vigil Against Gold Smuggling After Duty Hike

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Revenue intelligence and customs officers are set to intensify surveillance and increase vigilance on international borders to combat potential gold smuggling following a significant increase in customs duty on gold.

'India Has Enough Oil And Gas Beneath The Soil'

'India Has Enough Oil And Gas Beneath The Soil'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

'Exploration should be made easier and companies should be given operational flexibility.'

Trump Is Coming For Immigrant Brothers, Sisters, Aunties, Uncles...

Trump Is Coming For Immigrant Brothers, Sisters, Aunties, Uncles...

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Immigrants' contribution to the US economy is disproportionate to their share of the population, meaning that losing them would shrink the economy even more than losing a random group of Americans, points out Sree Sreenivasan.

Tension escalates as US shoots down two Iranian attack drones in Hormuz

Tension escalates as US shoots down two Iranian attack drones in Hormuz

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

The United States military has intercepted and destroyed two Iranian attack drones that posed an immediate hazard to commercial shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz, according to an official statement by the US Central Command late Saturday.

Delhi doctor murders domestic help suspecting her of occult practices

Delhi doctor murders domestic help suspecting her of occult practices

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

A dermatologist allegedly killed his domestic help at his residence in an upscale south Delhi area Thursday morning by bludgeoning her with a cricket bat and stabbing her multiple times, suspecting that she practised black magic and was responsible for persistent discord in his family, the police said.

Maharashtra Authorities Destroy Illegal Sand Mining Boats In Jalna

Maharashtra Authorities Destroy Illegal Sand Mining Boats In Jalna

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Authorities in Maharashtra's Jalna district seized and destroyed four boats and extracting machines involved in illegal sand mining using gelatin sticks.

GST growth slipped to five-year low of 5.6% in FY26

GST growth slipped to five-year low of 5.6% in FY26

Rediff.com4 May 2026

India's like-for-like gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue growth slowed to a five-year low of 5.57 per cent in FY26, reaching Rs 23.32 trillion, primarily driven by a significant surge in import revenues.