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India, US strike landmark critical minerals deal amid China concerns

India, US strike landmark critical minerals deal amid China concerns

Rediff.com1 days ago

A readout by the US said the agreement marked a milestone in the strategic partnership between the two nations to ensure that the foundational elements required for advanced technology and energy are available within trusted networks.

Coimbatore Girl's Body Handed Over Amidst Family Dispute

Coimbatore Girl's Body Handed Over Amidst Family Dispute

Rediff.com1 days ago

The body of a 10-year-old girl, who was sexually assaulted and murdered near Sulur, has been handed over to her father amidst allegations from the mother that the cremation occurred without her consent, revealing a domestic dispute.

'Mehangai manav strikes again': Rahul slams Modi on fuel price hike

'Mehangai manav strikes again': Rahul slams Modi on fuel price hike

Rediff.com3 days ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the latest fuel hike, saying mehangai manav has struck again and he has just one job of making promises during elections and attacking people's pockets at other times.

India Explores 2036 Olympic Bid During CWG Review

India Explores 2036 Olympic Bid During CWG Review

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A meeting to review India's Commonwealth Games preparations included discussions on advancing the country's bid for the 2036 Olympic Games, with Gujarat's Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi participating online.

Saini Criticises AAP's Governance in Punjab, Highlights BJP's Development Agenda

Saini Criticises AAP's Governance in Punjab, Highlights BJP's Development Agenda

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini criticised the Aam Aadmi Party's governance in Punjab, citing issues such as drug addiction, crime, and financial instability. He promoted the BJP as an alternative, highlighting their development agenda and commitment to fulfilling promises.

Why TMC Leader Santanu Sen Resigned As Party Spokesperson

Why TMC Leader Santanu Sen Resigned As Party Spokesperson

Rediff.com11 minutes ago

Former Rajya Sabha MP and TMC leader Santanu Sen resigned as the party's national spokesperson, citing the R G Kar rape and murder case controversy and the recent election defeat as reasons for his decision. His resignation highlights the internal dissent and organisational challenges facing the TMC.

Modi's Austerity Push Faces Reality Test

Modi's Austerity Push Faces Reality Test

Rediff.com3 days ago

Following through announcements with enforcement of measures is key, as a run through recent Indian economic history shows, points out A K Bhattacharya.

US-Iran Negotiations, Crude Oil Prices to Dictate Indian Stock Market Trends

US-Iran Negotiations, Crude Oil Prices to Dictate Indian Stock Market Trends

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian stock markets are set to be influenced by developments in US-Iran negotiations, crude oil prices, and foreign investor activity in the upcoming holiday-shortened week, according to market analysts.

Why Left Leaders Were Detained During ED Protest

Why Left Leaders Were Detained During ED Protest

Rediff.com19 hours ago

CPI(M) General Secretary M A Baby and other Left leaders were detained by Delhi Police during a protest against ED searches at former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's residence. The CPI(M) alleges excessive force was used, while police state around 50 protesters were detained and released.

Punjab Governor Highlights Aadhaar's Role in Governance and Welfare

Punjab Governor Highlights Aadhaar's Role in Governance and Welfare

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria emphasised the importance of Aadhaar in promoting good governance, transparency, and ease of living, highlighting its role in ensuring welfare benefits reach the intended recipients and strengthening the rural economy through Direct Benefit Transfer.

New India Foundation Book Fellowship To Be Annual

New India Foundation Book Fellowship To Be Annual

Rediff.com1 days ago

The New India Foundation (NIF) Book Fellowship, previously awarded every two years, will now be an annual event, offering consistent support to nonfiction writers exploring post-1947 India.

Delhi Court Grants Bail In 'Jai Bhim' Scheme Scam

Delhi Court Grants Bail In 'Jai Bhim' Scheme Scam

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A Delhi court has granted bail to six individuals accused in a scam related to the Delhi government's 'Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana'. The court cited the principle that bail is the rule and denial is an exception.

Modi Assures Support To New Kerala Chief Minister

Modi Assures Support To New Kerala Chief Minister

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated VD Satheesan on becoming the Chief Minister of Kerala and pledged central government support.

TTV Dhinakaran Demands Strict Action In Coimbatore Murder Case

TTV Dhinakaran Demands Strict Action In Coimbatore Murder Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

AMMK chief TTV Dhinakaran has urged the Tamil Nadu government to take severe action against those responsible for the murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore district, highlighting concerns over rising crimes against women and children.

Experts Urge Ethical AI Governance and Indigenous Development for India

Experts Urge Ethical AI Governance and Indigenous Development for India

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Experts at a discussion in Delhi emphasised the importance of ethical governance and indigenous capability in India's pursuit of becoming a global artificial intelligence power, ensuring technology serves the public good and maintains strategic autonomy.

Trinamool Congress Counters Amit Shah's Allegations, Raises Concerns Over BJP's Governance

Trinamool Congress Counters Amit Shah's Allegations, Raises Concerns Over BJP's Governance

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has responded to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's 'chargesheet' against the West Bengal government, accusing the BJP of attempting to polarise voters and evade accountability on issues such as women's safety and infiltration.

Who will win UP, Punjab in 2027? Pollster Pradeep Gupta predicts

Who will win UP, Punjab in 2027? Pollster Pradeep Gupta predicts

Rediff.com7 days ago

With Uttar Pradesh assembly elections approaching, an analyst suggests the BJP is in a strong position. Meanwhile, Punjab's political landscape is described as fluid with mixed public satisfaction towards the ruling AAP.

Bounty Carrying Criminal Arrested After Shootout In Khagaria

Bounty Carrying Criminal Arrested After Shootout In Khagaria

Rediff.com1 days ago

A man with a bounty of Rs 50,000 on his head was arrested after a gunfight with police in Bihar's Khagaria district. The accused, Buddin Mian, was wanted in 14 criminal cases and sustained a leg injury during the exchange of fire.

Netrasemi's Indigenous AI Chipset A2000 Nears Commercial Launch

Netrasemi's Indigenous AI Chipset A2000 Nears Commercial Launch

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Netrasemi, an Indian semiconductor start-up, has announced that its flagship AI chipset, A2000, has achieved silicon bringup and is preparing for commercial production this year. The A2000 SoC, supported by Zoho and the government's DLI programme, will enable smart vision and real-time video analytics for smart cameras and edge AI platforms.

CPI(M) Condemns ED Raids On Kerala CM As Political Attack

CPI(M) Condemns ED Raids On Kerala CM As Political Attack

Rediff.com1 days ago

CPI(M) leaders have strongly criticised the ED raids on former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and others, alleging political motivation and a conspiracy by the BJP and Congress. They claim the raids are an attempt to intimidate the party and its leaders, and have vowed to fight back against what they see as a politically fabricated case.

Mariamma Oommen Claims Conspiracy in Kerala Government's Decision on Husband's Medical Board

Mariamma Oommen Claims Conspiracy in Kerala Government's Decision on Husband's Medical Board

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Mariamma Oommen, wife of the late former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, has alleged a conspiracy behind the Kerala government's decision to form a medical board to investigate her husband's illness in 2023.

Maharashtra Revenue Official Arrested In Bribery Case

Maharashtra Revenue Official Arrested In Bribery Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

A revenue official in Palghar district, Maharashtra, was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 45,000.

Man Killed After Altercation In Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradesh

Man Killed After Altercation In Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 38-year-old man was stabbed to death in the Pahadi area of Chitrakoot district following an altercation, police said on Tuesday. Police have registered a murder case and are searching for the accused.

West Asia conflict: Modi urges states to guard supply chains, curb panic

West Asia conflict: Modi urges states to guard supply chains, curb panic

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a virtual meeting with chief ministers to review preparedness and plans in light of the West Asia conflict, emphasising the importance of national unity and enhanced security measures.

Nagaland Aims To Adapt Juvenile Justice Act To Local Customs

Nagaland Aims To Adapt Juvenile Justice Act To Local Customs

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Nagaland is seeking to implement the Juvenile Justice Act and Adoption Regulations in a way that respects the state's customary laws and traditional systems of care, while remaining legally sound.

SC allows euthanasia for rabid, dangerous stray dogs

SC allows euthanasia for rabid, dangerous stray dogs

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Supreme Court of India has permitted euthanasia for rabid, incurably ill, or demonstrably dangerous stray dogs to mitigate the threat to human life. The ruling includes several directives to manage the rising stray dog population, emphasising public safety and animal welfare.

Congress Accuses BJP Of Exploiting Tribals For Political Gain

Congress Accuses BJP Of Exploiting Tribals For Political Gain

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Jharkhand Congress has accused the BJP of attempting to gain political advantage by organising large tribal gatherings while allegedly undermining the rights of tribal communities at the grassroots level.

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

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

Rediff.com6 days ago

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.

Vijay's cabinet expansion signals new coalition era in TN politics

Vijay's cabinet expansion signals new coalition era in TN politics

Rediff.com5 days ago

AM Shahjahan and Vanni Arasu from IUML and VCK respectively were sworn in as ministers in Tamil Nadu, increasing the number of allies in the TVK government. This marks the first time representatives from both parties have been inducted into the state cabinet, signifying a shift in Tamil Nadu's coalition dynamics.

Atanu Chakraborty Flags Governance Gaps at HDFC Bank

Atanu Chakraborty Flags Governance Gaps at HDFC Bank

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

'My resignation is a larger governance and governance-plus kind of an issue, which the board of directors of the bank should be introspecting.'

Chhattisgarh Government Suspends IG Over Misconduct Allegations

Chhattisgarh Government Suspends IG Over Misconduct Allegations

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

The Chhattisgarh government has suspended Inspector General of Police Ratan Lal Dangi following a complaint of harassment and financial irregularities. The suspension is due to alleged violations of service conduct rules and unbecoming behaviour.

Chandigarh, Bhubaneswar To Host Asian Athletics Events

Chandigarh, Bhubaneswar To Host Asian Athletics Events

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Chandigarh and Bhubaneswar have been awarded the rights to host the Asian Relays in 2027 and the Asian Indoor Championships in 2028, respectively, marking a significant moment for Indian athletics.

Punjab Police Uncovers Babbar Khalsa International Terror Plot

Punjab Police Uncovers Babbar Khalsa International Terror Plot

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Punjab Police have dismantled a terror module supported by the banned Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), arresting two individuals and seizing hand grenades intended for targeting government institutions.

India-US Trade Rift Deepens Over Section 301 Hearings

India-US Trade Rift Deepens Over Section 301 Hearings

Rediff.com6 days ago

American industry groups sought punitive tariffs on Indian goods at USTR hearings, while Indian officials defended the country's manufacturing growth as demand-led and WTO-compliant.

Former BDO Arrested For Drunken Driving, Wanted In Murder Case

Former BDO Arrested For Drunken Driving, Wanted In Murder Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former Rajganj block development officer Prashant Barman was arrested in New Town near Kolkata for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and is wanted in connection with a businessman's murder in 2025.

Doctor Attacked At Pulwama Hospital After Dispute

Doctor Attacked At Pulwama Hospital After Dispute

Rediff.com5 days ago

A doctor at a government hospital in Pulwama was injured after allegedly being assaulted by a patient's attendant following a dispute over examination timings.

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump's intelligence chief. Here's why

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump's intelligence chief. Here's why

Rediff.com5 days ago

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned from her position as Director of National Intelligence to support her husband, Abraham Williams, who has been diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer. Her resignation will take effect on June 30, with Aaron Lukas set to take over as acting intelligence chief.

Scorching days, restless nights: India battles intense heatwave

Scorching days, restless nights: India battles intense heatwave

Rediff.com4 days ago

Several parts of India are experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring past 44 degrees Celsius. States are issuing alerts and taking measures to protect people and animals from the extreme conditions.

Kerala Police Meet Ramesh Chennithala Amid Home Minister Speculation

Kerala Police Meet Ramesh Chennithala Amid Home Minister Speculation

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Top Kerala police officers met with Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala amid speculation he will be the next Home Minister, discussing security for the swearing-in ceremony.

Kerala Government Plans Official Reception for T20 World Cup Hero Sanju Samson

Kerala Government Plans Official Reception for T20 World Cup Hero Sanju Samson

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Kerala government will host an official reception for cricketer Sanju Samson to celebrate his pivotal role in India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory.