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Vehicle Dispute Sparks Violent Clash in UP Village, Leaving 10 Injured

Vehicle Dispute Sparks Violent Clash in UP Village, Leaving 10 Injured

Rediff.com4 days ago

A clash between two groups in Riyawli Nagla village, Muzaffarnagar, resulted in injuries to at least 10 people after a dispute over a vehicle escalated.

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian police have apprehended three more individuals, including a juvenile and a woman, allegedly involved in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket, bringing the total number of arrests to 18. The suspects are accused of sending sensitive information to Pakistan via parcels through Dubai and WhatsApp.

India pushing for dialogue, diplomacy to resolve West Asia crisis, Modi tells LS

India pushing for dialogue, diplomacy to resolve West Asia crisis, Modi tells LS

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed Parliament on the West Asia crisis, advocating for dialogue and diplomacy, ensuring the safety of Indians in the region, and addressing concerns about fuel and food security.

BJP Accuses TMC of Neglect as Farmers in West Bengal Face Crisis

BJP Accuses TMC of Neglect as Farmers in West Bengal Face Crisis

Rediff.com1 days ago

The BJP's West Bengal unit chief, Samik Bhattacharya, has alleged that at least five farmers have died by suicide in the state since February due to a potato price crisis, accusing the TMC government of negligence.

Theegala Finishes Tied 11th After Round 1 of Houston Open

Theegala Finishes Tied 11th After Round 1 of Houston Open

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Indian-American golfer Sahith Theegala started strong at the Texas Children's Houston Open, finishing tied for 11th after the first round. Sudarshan Yellamaraju, an Indian-born Canadian golfer, is also participating in the event.

PM Modi Highlights Worrisome West Asia Situation and Impact on India

PM Modi Highlights Worrisome West Asia Situation and Impact on India

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on the West Asia crisis, expressing concern over its impact on the global economy and assuring the safety of Indian citizens in the region.

PM Modi Highlights Worrisome West Asia Situation and Impact on India

PM Modi Highlights Worrisome West Asia Situation and Impact on India

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on the West Asia crisis, expressing concern over its impact on the global economy and assuring the safety of Indian citizens in the region.

Market Volatility: What Investors Must Do

Market Volatility: What Investors Must Do

Rediff.com1 days ago

Do not exit in panic or buy falling stocks without reassessing fundamentals; instead, build a watchlist and invest gradually with a disciplined, long-term approach.

Indian Relay Teams Target World Athletics Relays Berth in Botswana

Indian Relay Teams Target World Athletics Relays Berth in Botswana

Rediff.com18 hours ago

India's top sprinters are set to compete in the International Invitation Relay Competition in Chandigarh, aiming to qualify for the World Athletics Relays in Botswana. Several national relay teams are hoping to secure their place at the World Relays in Gaborone.

11 women booked for singing loudly on Bengaluru Metro

11 women booked for singing loudly on Bengaluru Metro

Rediff.com7 days ago

A group of eleven women were booked for allegedly creating a nuisance and disturbing other passengers on the Bengaluru metro by singing loudly. The incident occurred on March 15th, leading to delays and inconvenience for fellow commuters.

Delhi Rehab Centre Stabbing: Engineer Kills Fellow Inmate

Delhi Rehab Centre Stabbing: Engineer Kills Fellow Inmate

Rediff.com21 hours ago

A chemical engineer undergoing treatment at a de-addiction centre in Delhi allegedly stabbed a fellow inmate to death following a quarrel. Police have arrested the suspect and are investigating the incident.

Amritpal Singh's Absence Nears Limit: Court Reserves Order

Amritpal Singh's Absence Nears Limit: Court Reserves Order

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Punjab and Haryana High Court is considering a plea regarding incarcerated MP Amritpal Singh's absence from Parliament, which has reached 59 sittings. The court has been informed that Singh can apply for condoning his absence, as continuous absence for 60 sittings could lead to his seat being declared vacant.

2 more Indian LPG carriers cross Hormuz safely amid tensions

2 more Indian LPG carriers cross Hormuz safely amid tensions

Rediff.com3 days ago

The vessels are carrying around 92,600 metric tonnes of LPG and have 33 and 27 Indian seafarers onboard, respectively. Visuals showed Pine Gas crossing the critical chokepoint.

14 UNLF (Koireng) Cadres Arrested in Manipur, Arms Seized

14 UNLF (Koireng) Cadres Arrested in Manipur, Arms Seized

Rediff.com5 days ago

Manipur Police arrested 14 cadres of the banned United National Liberation Front (Koireng) outfit in Thoubal district and seized a cache of arms and ammunition.

Woman Allegedly Harassed by Visa Agents Dies by Suicide

Woman Allegedly Harassed by Visa Agents Dies by Suicide

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 44-year-old woman in Kurukshetra allegedly committed suicide due to harassment by visa agents who took a large sum of money from her family with the promise of sending her son to Australia. The agents allegedly failed to deliver on their promise and refused to return the money and documents.

Probe into Foreigners' Activities Aims to Uncover Conspiracy Against India

Probe into Foreigners' Activities Aims to Uncover Conspiracy Against India

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Security agencies in India are investigating a potential conspiracy involving arrested foreigners, including a US mercenary, who allegedly aimed to exploit Indian ethnic groups to undermine national security. The investigation involves data extraction from mobile phones and scrutiny of social media accounts to uncover the full extent of the plot and identify all involved parties.

DGCA sets stricter rules for VIP flights after Ajit Pawar plane crash

DGCA sets stricter rules for VIP flights after Ajit Pawar plane crash

Rediff.com15 hours ago

The DGCA has issued new guidelines for aircraft operators flying VIPs and VVIPs, including chief ministers and governors, emphasising safety and preventing undue pressure on flight crews.

IPL 2026: After Stampede, RCB spend Rs 7 Cr for fan safety

IPL 2026: After Stampede, RCB spend Rs 7 Cr for fan safety

Rediff.com3 days ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has invested significantly in upgrading crowd management and security at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium following a tragic stampede last year. The enhancements include AI-led CCTV, reworked entry points, and revised agreements with the KSCA.

Pilots Told To Refuse Unsafe Flights: No VVIP Pressure: DGCA Cracks Down

Pilots Told To Refuse Unsafe Flights: No VVIP Pressure: DGCA Cracks Down

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Pilots and aircraft maintenance engineers are responsible for planning and conducting flights, and these decisions must rely on technical judgment rather than external influence.

Sebi mulls allowing gift cards, prepaid instruments to invest in mutual funds

Sebi mulls allowing gift cards, prepaid instruments to invest in mutual funds

Rediff.com3 days ago

Markets regulator Sebi on Tuesday proposed introducing gift cards or gift prepaid payment instruments (PPIs) for investments in mutual funds to improve financial inclusion through onboarding of new investors in the space.

Islamabad Asian Team Squash Championship Delayed Due to Gulf Tensions

Islamabad Asian Team Squash Championship Delayed Due to Gulf Tensions

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Asian Team Squash Championship, scheduled to be held in Islamabad in April, has been postponed due to the ongoing conflict in the Gulf region.

FCC Aims to Incentivise Return of Call Centres to US, Improve Customer Service

FCC Aims to Incentivise Return of Call Centres to US, Improve Customer Service

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering proposals to encourage businesses to bring call centre jobs back to the US and require call-takers to be proficient in American Standard English.

Vaishno Devi Yatra Halted Amidst Pilgrim Surge

Vaishno Devi Yatra Halted Amidst Pilgrim Surge

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Vaishno Devi Yatra was temporarily suspended due to a heavy influx of pilgrims during the Chaitra Navratri festival. Over 39,000 devotees visited the shrine, leading to overcrowding and the suspension of the yatra for safety reasons.

Senior Maoist Leader Papa Rao to Surrender, Marking Progress in Chhattisgarh's Anti-Naxal Campaign

Senior Maoist Leader Papa Rao to Surrender, Marking Progress in Chhattisgarh's Anti-Naxal Campaign

Rediff.com4 days ago

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma announces the impending surrender of senior Maoist commander Papa Rao and his team, a significant step towards eradicating Naxalism in the state.

Myanmar insurgent training: 7 foreigners' phones sent for analysis

Myanmar insurgent training: 7 foreigners' phones sent for analysis

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) 11-day custody of several foreign nationals accused of training Myanmar-based Ethnic Armed Groups (EAGs) known to support insurgent groups in India.

Law Student Faces Charges for Allegedly Ragging Junior Roommate at MNLU

Law Student Faces Charges for Allegedly Ragging Junior Roommate at MNLU

Rediff.com16 hours ago

A fourth-year BA LLB student at Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU) in Nagpur has been booked for allegedly ragging her junior roommate, following a complaint filed by a professor.

Iran allows 10 Pak-flagged ships through Hormuz Strait as a gift to US: Trump

Iran allows 10 Pak-flagged ships through Hormuz Strait as a gift to US: Trump

Rediff.com1 days ago

Speaking to reporters during a cabinet meeting at the White House on Thursday, Trump said the US had engaged in 'very substantial talks' with Iranian officials and described the tanker movement as proof of seriousness in the discussions.

8 Safest Countries To Flee To If WW3 Starts Tomorrow

8 Safest Countries To Flee To If WW3 Starts Tomorrow

Rediff.com1 days ago

Amid growing international instability, folks all over the world are wondering if there is any country that can be considered a secure refuge, should this conflict expand into a larger war, drawing in many more nations.

Santiago Nieva Focuses on Technique for Indian Women Boxers at Asian Championships

Santiago Nieva Focuses on Technique for Indian Women Boxers at Asian Championships

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Head coach Santiago Nieva is focusing on technical discipline and a tighter defensive guard for the Indian women's boxing team at the Asian Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

Search Operations Launched in Rajouri, Doda and Poonch Following Terrorist Movement Reports

Search Operations Launched in Rajouri, Doda and Poonch Following Terrorist Movement Reports

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Security forces have launched extensive search operations in Rajouri, Doda, and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of suspected terrorist activity, resulting in the recovery of illegal arms and ammunition.

We are not a dalal nation: Jaishankar at all-party meet

We are not a dalal nation: Jaishankar at all-party meet

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian government addressed opposition concerns regarding the West Asia crisis in an all-party meeting, outlining its strategy for ensuring the security of the Indian diaspora, fulfilling energy needs, and maintaining diplomatic relations with key partners. The government also dismissed Pakistan's reported mediation efforts.

EC releases Bengal's post-SIR supplementary list, silent on deleted voters

EC releases Bengal's post-SIR supplementary list, silent on deleted voters

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Election Commission is yet to disclose the number of voters whose names have been included or deleted following the SIR adjudication process in poll-bound West Bengal.

Iran signals 'turning point' in war as strikes hit Israel, US installations

Iran signals 'turning point' in war as strikes hit Israel, US installations

Rediff.com5 days ago

The operation reportedly extended to American assets, with the IRGC claiming that "US military bases in the region, namely Ali al-Salem in Kuwait, as well as al-Minhad and al-Dhafra in the United Arab Emirates, were also targeted."

Surat Yoga Teacher and Gang Circulated Fake Currency Worth Lakhs, Police Say

Surat Yoga Teacher and Gang Circulated Fake Currency Worth Lakhs, Police Say

Rediff.com3 days ago

A yoga teacher from Surat and six others have been arrested in Ahmedabad for circulating fake Indian currency notes (FICN). Police estimate they may have circulated Rs 10 to 12 lakh in counterfeit money.

Meet The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G

Meet The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Samsung has unveiled a pair of fresh Galaxy handsets for the Indian market, expanding its A-range with the A57 5G alongside the A37 5G.

Shivshankar Menon: 'Pakistan's Insider Threat Is Serious'

Shivshankar Menon: 'Pakistan's Insider Threat Is Serious'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Pakistan's is the only military-controlled nuclear weapons programme in the world.' 'As people get radicalised, the risk of a brigadier or pilot taking matters into their own hands is a real concern.'

Mumbai Press Club Targeted in Gas Bomb Hoax: Police Investigate

Mumbai Press Club Targeted in Gas Bomb Hoax: Police Investigate

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Mumbai Press Club received a threatening email claiming gas bombs were planted on the premises, prompting a thorough search by security agencies. The threat was later determined to be a hoax, and an investigation is underway to trace the email's origin.

Testing time, not just for us, but for world: India on Iran war

Testing time, not just for us, but for world: India on Iran war

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Amidst the escalating conflict in West Asia, India is actively engaged in diplomatic efforts to protect its energy security interests and ensure the safety of its diaspora in the region.

Centre calls all-party meet on West Asia crisis, Rahul to skip

Centre calls all-party meet on West Asia crisis, Rahul to skip

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian government has convened an all-party meeting to discuss the ongoing crisis in West Asia, following Prime Minister Modi's address to Parliament on the situation and its potential impact on India.

Panchkula Civic Body Detects Major Discrepancies in Fixed Deposits

Panchkula Civic Body Detects Major Discrepancies in Fixed Deposits

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Panchkula Municipal Corporation has reported discrepancies in its Fixed Deposit Receipts (FDRs) with a private bank, amounting to approximately 150 crore. The matter has been reported to the State Vigilance for further investigation.