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Husband on the Run After Allegedly Killing Wife Over Drinking Dispute

Husband on the Run After Allegedly Killing Wife Over Drinking Dispute

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A 45-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her husband in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, following an argument about his drinking habits. Police have registered a case and are searching for the suspect.

Mumbai Man Faces Charges for Alleged Ambedkar Abuse During Altercation

Mumbai Man Faces Charges for Alleged Ambedkar Abuse During Altercation

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A man in Mumbai has been booked for allegedly abusing Babasaheb Ambedkar during a fight in the Dharavi area, leading to charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

Signs of tension in MI camp after Pandya-Bumrah exchange

Signs of tension in MI camp after Pandya-Bumrah exchange

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians slump to a fourth straight defeat in IPL 2026 as a viral on-field exchange between Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah raises questions.

Ehsan Malinga: The quiet match-winner in IPL's batting storm

Ehsan Malinga: The quiet match-winner in IPL's batting storm

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Ehsan Malinga shines amid a record SRH chase against MI, claiming the Purple Cap with a disciplined spell and continuing his impressive rise in IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Injury scare? Why Virat Kohli didn't take the field vs MI

IPL 2026: Injury scare? Why Virat Kohli didn't take the field vs MI

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Mumbai Indians faced injury concerns to key batters during their high-scoring IPL clash, with Virat Kohli sparking worry after not fielding in the second innings.

Spiritual preacher aplogises over Shivaji Maharaj remarks

Spiritual preacher aplogises over Shivaji Maharaj remarks

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Dhirendra Shastri, head of Bageshwar Dham, has apologised for his remarks on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj after facing backlash in Maharashtra. He claimed his comments were twisted on social media and clarified his stance on dedicating children to the RSS.

How India Secured Victory Over Canada In Thomas Cup

How India Secured Victory Over Canada In Thomas Cup

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

India secured a 4-1 victory against Canada in their opening Group A tie of the Thomas Cup Finals, with wins from Ayush Shetty and the doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty.

Arrests Made in Ballabhgarh Bar Manager Murder Case

Arrests Made in Ballabhgarh Bar Manager Murder Case

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 30-year-old bar manager in Ballabhgarh. The suspects, identified as Abhishek and Rohit, confessed to the crime, which stemmed from an argument over alcohol purchase after a wedding celebration.

Teenager Arrested in Jalna Over Suspicions of Friend's Affair with Mother

Teenager Arrested in Jalna Over Suspicions of Friend's Affair with Mother

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A 17-year-old boy has been detained in Jalna, Maharashtra, for allegedly murdering his 25-year-old friend due to suspicions of an illicit relationship between the victim and the boy's mother.

Lawyer, Wife And Daughter Held In Employee Murder

Lawyer, Wife And Daughter Held In Employee Murder

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A lawyer in Pune, along with his wife and daughter, have been arrested in connection with the murder of his 32-year-old female employee. The victim's body was found in the lawyer's office, leading to the arrest and investigation of the family.

Akola Additional Collector Accused of Extortion, Threatening Stone Crusher Owners

Akola Additional Collector Accused of Extortion, Threatening Stone Crusher Owners

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

An additional collector in Akola, Maharashtra, has been booked for allegedly extorting money from a stone crusher owner and threatening others. The official denies the allegations, and an investigation is underway.

Haryanvi singer booked over offensive language at U'khand college event

Haryanvi singer booked over offensive language at U'khand college event

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Haryanvi singer Masoom Sharma has been booked by police for allegedly using indecent and offensive language during a performance at a DAV College event in Dehradun. A police investigation has been launched following complaints from student representatives.

'Give priority to Hindus in jobs': Maha min flags 'corporate jihad'

'Give priority to Hindus in jobs': Maha min flags 'corporate jihad'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane sparks controversy by alleging 'corporate jihad' and urging companies to prioritise hiring Hindu candidates to combat perceived religious conversion efforts.

2 held for Vishu poster showing Lord Krishna with non-veg food

2 held for Vishu poster showing Lord Krishna with non-veg food

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in Kerala for sharing a WhatsApp poster depicting Lord Krishna with a non-vegetarian dish, sparking outrage and prompting police intervention.

Six Juveniles Apprehended In Delhi Murder Case

Six Juveniles Apprehended In Delhi Murder Case

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have apprehended six juveniles in connection with the murder of a 19-year-old man in the Samaypur Badli area. The victim, Rajeev, was attacked following a heated exchange and later died in hospital. The investigation is ongoing to identify any other individuals involved.

Accused apprehended in Mandi district after 19-year-old woman found murdered

Accused apprehended in Mandi district after 19-year-old woman found murdered

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A man has been arrested in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, for allegedly murdering a 19-year-old college student. The victim was attacked with a sharp weapon while on her way to college.

Delhi Advocate Battles For Life After Husband's Attack

Delhi Advocate Battles For Life After Husband's Attack

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A 38-year-old woman advocate in Delhi is fighting for her life after being attacked by her husband, with her family alleging years of domestic violence and a property dispute as contributing factors.

BJP MLA In Madhya Pradesh Embroiled In Controversy After Son's Accident

BJP MLA In Madhya Pradesh Embroiled In Controversy After Son's Accident

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A BJP MLA in Madhya Pradesh is facing criticism after his son was accused of injuring five people in a car accident. The MLA allegedly made disparaging remarks against an IPS officer who took action in the case, further escalating the controversy.

Delhi Couple Arrested For Murder Of Retired RBI Staff

Delhi Couple Arrested For Murder Of Retired RBI Staff

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A husband and wife have been arrested in Delhi for allegedly murdering a retired Reserve Bank of India employee after he refused to lend them money.

'China, India or other hellhole': Trump reposts anti-India rant

'China, India or other hellhole': Trump reposts anti-India rant

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Donald Trump has amplified a critique of birthright citizenship by sharing a video of Michael Savage, who claimed the legal system allows immigrants to exploit American laws.

Rybakina routs Muchova to win Stuttgart Open - and a Porsche

Rybakina routs Muchova to win Stuttgart Open - and a Porsche

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Elena Rybakina defeated Karolina Muchova to win the Stuttgart Open, securing her second title of the season and driving away with a Porsche car.

Rishikesh Camp Operator Arrested After Tourist Assault

Rishikesh Camp Operator Arrested After Tourist Assault

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A camp operator and three associates have been booked for allegedly assaulting a group of tourists from Delhi at a camp in Shivpuri, near Rishikesh, after a noise complaint.

Lessons that opposition party needs to learn after Bengal elections

Lessons that opposition party needs to learn after Bengal elections

Rediff.com5 May 2026

What lessons opposition parties need to learn post defeat of Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal elections? The election saw spectacular victor of BJP which rose from 3 seats in 2016 to 206 seats in 2026 assembly elections.

Toaster Review: Rajkummar Rao Can't Save This Unfunny Comedy

Toaster Review: Rajkummar Rao Can't Save This Unfunny Comedy

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Toaster is neither a laugh-out-loud comedy nor the kind of satire you would expect from a premise like this, notes Mayur Sanap.

IPL 2026: Fit-again Shubman Gill Set To Play Against Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026: Fit-again Shubman Gill Set To Play Against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has recovered from a muscle spasm and will play against Delhi Capitals on Wednesday.

Ex-UP Constable Arrested in Hathras for Alleged Murder and Arson Plot

Ex-UP Constable Arrested in Hathras for Alleged Murder and Arson Plot

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A dismissed Uttar Pradesh Police constable has been arrested for allegedly murdering a beggar and attempting to fake his own death by burning the body and planting his belongings at the scene.

Cong moves privilege notice against Modi over address to nation

Cong moves privilege notice against Modi over address to nation

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Congress MP K C Venugopal has submitted a privilege notice to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging breach of privilege during a recent address to the nation.

Delhi Double Murder: Main Accused Detained By Police

Delhi Double Murder: Main Accused Detained By Police

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have detained the main accused in the double murder of a man and his son in Delhi's CR Park area. The victims, Rakesh Sood and Karan Sood, were stabbed to death, while their cousin Rahul sustained injuries. The incident stemmed from a long-standing dispute with the accused, Asad.

Influencer Breaks Silence on Kohli's Viral 'Like'

Influencer Breaks Silence on Kohli's Viral 'Like'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Virat Kohli's casual Instagram 'like' on a travel vlogger's post unexpectedly went viral, sparking social media buzz and bringing back his 'algorithm interaction' explanation.

Quantico To Citadel: Ranking Priyanka Chopra's Global Projects

Quantico To Citadel: Ranking Priyanka Chopra's Global Projects

Rediff.com4 May 2026

As Priyanka Chopra Jonas returns as the debonair spy Nadia in Citadel Season 2, we take look at how her Hollywood projects stack up against each other from underwhelming to standout.

Banks Review Cybersecurity Amid AI Threat Concerns

Banks Review Cybersecurity Amid AI Threat Concerns

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman convened a high-level meeting with bank heads to assess cybersecurity risks linked to advanced AI models, following concerns over Anthropic's Claude Mythos system and its potential impact on financial data security.

Maharashtra Man Kills Wife at Workplace After Remarriage Request Denied

Maharashtra Man Kills Wife at Workplace After Remarriage Request Denied

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A man in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife at her workplace after she refused his request for a divorce so he could remarry.

Telangana Woman Allegedly Tied to Tree Over Husband's Debt

Telangana Woman Allegedly Tied to Tree Over Husband's Debt

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A woman in Telangana was allegedly tied to a tree by five individuals due to a money dispute involving her husband, according to police reports.

Political Storm Brews Over Dalit Girl's Death In Uttar Pradesh

Political Storm Brews Over Dalit Girl's Death In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

The death of a Dalit girl in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, has ignited a political controversy as opposition parties demand justice and action against officials. Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav plans to visit the girl's family, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the state.

Tea Stall Owner Allegedly Assaults Customer Over Cold Tea Complaint in Thane

Tea Stall Owner Allegedly Assaults Customer Over Cold Tea Complaint in Thane

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A man in Thane was allegedly assaulted by a tea stall owner after complaining that the tea served to him was cold, leading to a police investigation and a viral video.

Saharanpur Woman Accuses Police Of Illegal Detention, Extortion

Saharanpur Woman Accuses Police Of Illegal Detention, Extortion

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A woman in Saharanpur district has accused police personnel of illegally detaining her husband, subjecting him to harassment, and extorting Rs 80,000 for his release. Police are investigating the allegations, stating they appear false based on initial findings.

Amended bill on rights of transgender persons gets President's assent

Amended bill on rights of transgender persons gets President's assent

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, which provides graded punishment for bodily harm to transgender persons, has been approved by the President of India. The bill has faced criticism from opposition MPs for excluding gays and lesbians and for the establishment of an authority to determine transgender status.

Sarma Accuses Mamata Of Diverting Funds To Infiltrators

Sarma Accuses Mamata Of Diverting Funds To Infiltrators

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee government of diverting resources to 'Bangladeshi Muslim infiltrators' and warned of losing Bengal if she remains in power.

Indian Engineer Investigated for Corruption After Discovery of 14 Crore in Assets

Indian Engineer Investigated for Corruption After Discovery of 14 Crore in Assets

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

An Assistant Executive Engineer in Belagavi, India, is under investigation after the Lokayukta discovered disproportionate assets worth over 14 crore, including gold, silver, bank deposits, and properties.

Indian Engineer Investigated for Alleged Corruption After Discovery of Disproportionate Assets

Indian Engineer Investigated for Alleged Corruption After Discovery of Disproportionate Assets

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

An Assistant Executive Engineer in Belagavi, India, is under investigation after authorities discovered disproportionate assets worth over Rs 14 crore, including gold, silver, bank deposits, and properties.