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Why JPC Deferred Constitution Amendment Bill Report

Why JPC Deferred Constitution Amendment Bill Report

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

The dramatic postponement came while members were voting on the committee's five principal recommendations, making it an unprecedented moment in the functioning of a parliamentary committee.

Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart face Maha FDA heat as 14 licences suspended

Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart face Maha FDA heat as 14 licences suspended

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the licences of 14 food business establishments linked to online platforms such as Blinkit, Zepto and Instamart after a state-wide inspection drive found safety and hygiene violations, officials said on Friday.

Russia challenges World Athletics ban at CAS

Russia challenges World Athletics ban at CAS

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

The Russian Athletics Federation has lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport against the World Athletics Council's decision to extend the suspension of Russian athletes from international competitions, citing discrimination.

Maha FDA suspends licences of Domino's outlets over hygiene

Maha FDA suspends licences of Domino's outlets over hygiene

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the food business licences of four Domino's Pizza outlets, including three in Mumbai, and several other chain restaurants like KFC and Pizza Hut, citing alleged violations of food safety and hygiene norms during a special drive.

Colombia earthquake kills 132, injures 570; over 1500 buildings damaged

Colombia earthquake kills 132, injures 570; over 1500 buildings damaged

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake has devastated parts of Colombia, claiming at least 132 lives and injuring 570 others, with the city of Pereira reporting 60 deaths alone. The quake caused widespread destruction, including collapsed buildings and suspended airport operations, prompting emergency response efforts led by President Abelardo de la Espriella.

'Where is the consistency?': Ex-referee slams FIFA World Cup ban row

'Where is the consistency?': Ex-referee slams FIFA World Cup ban row

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

FIFA is facing renewed scrutiny over its inconsistent handling of two World Cup red-card cases involving England's Jarell Quansah and the USA's Folarin Balogun. While Quansah received a two-match ban, Balogun's one-match suspension was controversially suspended, leading to accusations of external interference and a lack of transparency from the governing body.

Karnataka KPSC chief suspended over allegations of nepotism in officer selection

Karnataka KPSC chief suspended over allegations of nepotism in officer selection

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has suspended KPSC Chairman Shivashankarappa S Sahukar following allegations that he facilitated the illegal selection of his two daughters as Industrial Extension Officers. The Governor has also recommended to the President that the matter be referred to the Supreme Court for an inquiry under Article 317(1) of the Constitution.

Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala apologises for World Cup final brawl

Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala apologises for World Cup final brawl

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala has apologised for his altercation with Spain midfielder Dani Olmo following the chaotic World Cup final, an incident now under investigation by FIFA.

Rishikesh's Glass Bridge Draws Tourists

Rishikesh's Glass Bridge Draws Tourists

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Bajrang Setu, India's first glass-floor cable suspension bridge, a new landmark in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. It is a modern replacement for the iconic Lakshman Jhula, which was shut down due to safety concerns.

Oppn seeks urgent debate on police brutality at Gen Z protests

Oppn seeks urgent debate on police brutality at Gen Z protests

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Opposition parties have submitted notices in the Rajya Sabha demanding an urgent discussion on the alleged use of force, including pellet guns, against students protesting the NEET paper leak issue. They are seeking accountability from the Home Minister and Prime Minister regarding the police action and alleged assault on protesters and journalists.

World Cup Shock: Belgium Furious as FIFA Rejects Appeal

World Cup Shock: Belgium Furious as FIFA Rejects Appeal

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

FIFA has rejected a request from the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) for a copy of the decision that made U.S. striker Folarin Balogun eligible for a World Cup match, treating Belgium's inquiry as an inadmissible appeal. This decision follows U.S. President Donald Trump's personal intervention with FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review Balogun's red-card ban.

Why Bhavani Devi Is Appealing Her Two-Month Fencing Ban

Why Bhavani Devi Is Appealing Her Two-Month Fencing Ban

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

India's top fencer, Bhavani Devi, has issued an unconditional apology and appealed the two-month suspension she received after being shown a Black Card at the Asian Fencing Championships. The Fencing Association of India is supporting her appeal to the FIE, citing her clean disciplinary record and the upcoming World Championships.

East Bengal Face Crucial AFC Champions League Two Qualifier

East Bengal Face Crucial AFC Champions League Two Qualifier

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Reigning Indian Super League champions East Bengal are set to face Kuwaiti league runners-up Al Arabi SC in a critical AFC Champions League Two preliminary-stage knockout fixture. The single-leg qualifier will determine a spot in the group stage, with East Bengal navigating squad challenges under new coach Antonio Lopez Habas.

Hyderabad SI faces action after video shows his granddaughter driving car

Hyderabad SI faces action after video shows his granddaughter driving car

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

A sub-inspector in Hyderabad has been booked after a video went viral showing him allowing his minor granddaughter to drive a car. The incident led to a case being registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Motor Vehicles Act, with the Telangana DGP calling for the officer's suspension and a departmental enquiry.

Harsh Tokas eyes India's first Commonwealth Games judo gold

Harsh Tokas eyes India's first Commonwealth Games judo gold

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Indian judoka Harsh Tokas, inspired by Olympic champion Lasha Bekauri, is determined to win India's first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medal in judo at his debut in Glasgow, competing in the men's 81kg category.

Phuket flight incident: Air India pilot tests positive for marijuana

Phuket flight incident: Air India pilot tests positive for marijuana

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

The pilot-in-command of an Air India Phuket-Delhi flight that experienced a sudden 300-foot altitude drop last week has tested positive for a psychoactive substance, identified by sources as marijuana, in a confirmatory test. This development comes as Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu met with Air India executives to discuss the serious incident, which left 24 people injured.

Russian Athletes Closer To Full Return In International Sports

Russian Athletes Closer To Full Return In International Sports

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has provisionally lifted the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee, easing restrictions on Russian athletes. This move, welcomed by the Kremlin, allows Olympic sports bodies to consider reintegrating Russian athletes as neutrals, though some sports like track and field are not following suit.

Pune: How Siya, Chetan planned Ketan Agarwal's murder

Pune: How Siya, Chetan planned Ketan Agarwal's murder

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary meticulously planned the murder of Goyal's fiance, Ketan Agarwal, after initially considering injuring him to delay their wedding. The couple allegedly watched suspense films, browsed the internet, and scouted multiple locations before deciding to push him off Lohagad Fort, driven by the urgency of an upcoming Bali trip.

SC defers hearing on CBI's plea against Sengar's suspension in Unnao rape case

SC defers hearing on CBI's plea against Sengar's suspension in Unnao rape case

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has deferred the hearing on the CBI's petition challenging the suspension of Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life imprisonment in the 2017 Unnao rape case.

Suspension of 8 Lok Sabha MPs revoked, Speaker says 'no more banners'

Suspension of 8 Lok Sabha MPs revoked, Speaker says 'no more banners'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Lok Sabha has revoked the suspension of eight opposition MPs after assurances of maintaining order and decorum in the House. The decision follows a period of disruption and debate over parliamentary conduct.

Cricket Club of India, MIG Cricket Club lose food licences after FDA action

Cricket Club of India, MIG Cricket Club lose food licences after FDA action

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the food business licences of the Cricket Club of India (CCI), MIG Cricket Club in Bandra East, and three other clubs in the city for alleged violations of food safety and hygiene norms, officials said on Tuesday.

RBI Keeps Tata Sons Waiting

RBI Keeps Tata Sons Waiting

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

The RBI once again said the Tata group holding company's application for deregistration as an NBFC remains under examination.

Before Awarapan 2, Emraan Hashmi's 10 Best Films, Ranked

Before Awarapan 2, Emraan Hashmi's 10 Best Films, Ranked

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Before Awarapan 2 tests his comeback, we revisit the 10 films that made Emraan Hashmi the ultimate frontbencher favourite.

Ex-Wimbledon champion Vondrousova Banned For Four Years Over Doping Test Refusal

Ex-Wimbledon champion Vondrousova Banned For Four Years Over Doping Test Refusal

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

Former Wimbledon women's champion Marketa Vondrousova has been suspended for four years by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) for refusing an out-of-competition anti-doping test in December.

IPL schedule suspense to end soon

IPL schedule suspense to end soon

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Devajit Saikia said the first 20-day schedule of the Indian Premier League 2026 season will be announced in two to three days, with the tournament set to begin on March 28.

Trump intervention sparks storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium

Trump intervention sparks storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

The United States' World Cup campaign took an extraordinary turn on Sunday when FIFA made the unprecedented decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's automatic red-card ban, clearing the striker to face Belgium in Monday's last-16 clash after US President Donald Trump personally urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review the case.

Thudakkam Review: Uneven Start For Vismaya Mohanlal

Thudakkam Review: Uneven Start For Vismaya Mohanlal

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

Thudakkam gives Vismaya Mohanlal a physically demanding debut where her fighting skills land the punches, even if her acting doesn't.

FULL TEXT: President Murmu's address to the nation on eve of 80th I-Day

FULL TEXT: President Murmu's address to the nation on eve of 80th I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

In her address to the nation on the eve of the country's 80th Independence Day, the president stressed that just as government and society remain united to ensure national security, everyone must contribute through joint and concerted efforts to safeguard the present and future of students.

JPC defers bill to remove PM, CMs in the midst of voting

JPC defers bill to remove PM, CMs in the midst of voting

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

A Joint Committee of Parliament has deferred the adoption of a draft report on a bill proposing the suspension, not permanent removal, of the prime minister, Union ministers, and chief ministers if detained for 30 days on serious criminal charges, opting for more consultations.

'Rats, flies': FDA suspends licence of Mumbai's iconic Rustom ice cream over hygiene

'Rats, flies': FDA suspends licence of Mumbai's iconic Rustom ice cream over hygiene

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Maharashtra FDA has suspended the license of Mumbai's renowned 'Rustom' ice cream outlet due to serious food safety and hygiene violations, including live rats, houseflies, and expired food items.

UP doctor suspended over solitary march in support of Wangchuk

UP doctor suspended over solitary march in support of Wangchuk

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Dr. Roopak Ikhe, an anaesthesiology diploma student, undertook the protest alone.

Sports Ministry Grants Conditional Recognition To Interim Judo Federation

Sports Ministry Grants Conditional Recognition To Interim Judo Federation

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

The Sports Ministry has granted conditional recognition to the interim Executive Committee of the Judo Federation of India (JFI), which was elected following a Delhi High Court order. The recognition is subject to the outcome of ongoing court cases and strict compliance with the National Sports Governance Act, with warnings of suspension or revocation for irregularities. The JFI is required to amend its constitution, conduct final elections, and submit monthly compliance reports.

NADA Imposes Fresh Bans On Athletes For Doping Violations

NADA Imposes Fresh Bans On Athletes For Doping Violations

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

India's National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has issued a second three-year suspension to sprinter Shashikesh Kumar for competing while already banned. Several other track and field athletes, weightlifters, and wrestlers have also received bans ranging from one to five years for doping violations.

Jana Nayagan Review: Mass-y For Fans, Messy For Others

Jana Nayagan Review: Mass-y For Fans, Messy For Others

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

C Joseph Vijay's Jana Nayagan is not just a film but a potent political statement, strategically crafted to align with his political aspirations and claim the legacy of M G Ramachandran, notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Gen Z, Watch Out: 10 Digital Traps to Avoid

Gen Z, Watch Out: 10 Digital Traps to Avoid

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Whether you're politically active or simply an everyday internet user, these are ten digital traps worth understanding.

10 Questions Men Hate Hearing From Wives

10 Questions Men Hate Hearing From Wives

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

Married men reveal the everyday questions from their wives that leave them feeling awkward, guilty or annoyed.

Infantino's FIFA future in jeopardy after World Cup stake sale gamble backfires

Infantino's FIFA future in jeopardy after World Cup stake sale gamble backfires

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's ambitious plan to sell a 20% stake in a commercial entity managing the World Cup and other tournaments to private investors has been abandoned following widespread opposition, including a boycott threat from UEFA.

'Red cards are not overturned by political phone calls'

'Red cards are not overturned by political phone calls'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Thierry Henry, including the UEFA, Belgium and several football figures questioned FIFA's late decision to suspend USA's Folarin Balogun's World Cup ban.

Supreme Court Allows Unnao Rape Survivor to Join Case Against Kuldeep Sengar's Sentence Suspension

Supreme Court Allows Unnao Rape Survivor to Join Case Against Kuldeep Sengar's Sentence Suspension

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has permitted the Unnao rape survivor to become a party in the CBI's petition challenging the suspension of Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life imprisonment, affirming the victim's right to be heard in the proceedings.

BCCI tightens no-ball rules, introduces new regulations for domestic cricket

BCCI tightens no-ball rules, introduces new regulations for domestic cricket

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

The BCCI has announced significant changes to domestic cricket playing conditions for the 2026-27 season, including stricter penalties for deliberate front-foot no-balls, new rules for day's closure, and restrictions on declarations.