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J&K Police Book 12 Drug Kingpins Under NDPS Act

J&K Police Book 12 Drug Kingpins Under NDPS Act

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police have booked 12 narco kingpins under the NDPS Act in Anantnag district, as part of a sustained crackdown against drug abuse and trafficking.

Man Kills Wife's Sisters After Dispute In Raipur

Man Kills Wife's Sisters After Dispute In Raipur

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, has been arrested after allegedly shooting dead his wife's two sisters following a domestic dispute. The accused surrendered to police after the incident.

Noida Man Killed By Neighbour Over Waste Burning Row

Noida Man Killed By Neighbour Over Waste Burning Row

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 25-year-old man was allegedly shot dead by his neighbour in Greater Noida's Sakipur village following a dispute over burning of drain waste. The main accused was arrested after an encounter with police.

Mission Drishti Marks Space Tech Breakthrough

Mission Drishti Marks Space Tech Breakthrough

Rediff.com4 days ago

Weighing 190 kg, Mission Drishti is India's heaviest privately developed Earth observation satellite.

Criminal Arrested After Police Encounter In Amethi

Criminal Arrested After Police Encounter In Amethi

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A man with approximately 20 cases against him was arrested in Amethi after an encounter with police, during which he sustained a gunshot wound. Police fired in self-defence after the accused allegedly fired at them with intent to kill.

Why Lakshya Sen Is Missing Thomas Cup Semifinal

Why Lakshya Sen Is Missing Thomas Cup Semifinal

Rediff.com6 days ago

Lakshya Sen's swollen elbow forces him to miss India's Thomas Cup semifinal against France, with Kidambi Shrikant stepping in. India aims for a spot in the final after a strong quarterfinal win.

World Earth Day 2026: History, Significance, Quotes & Why It Matters More Than Ever

World Earth Day 2026: History, Significance, Quotes & Why It Matters More Than Ever

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

World Earth Day 2026 is celebrated on April 22 to promote environmental protection. Know its history, significance, theme, inspiring quotes, and why it matters more than ever today.

Delhi Police Arrest Truck Driver In Fatal Hit-And-Run Case

Delhi Police Arrest Truck Driver In Fatal Hit-And-Run Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a truck driver in connection with a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the deaths of two cousins returning home from an IPL match. The accused, identified as Tuntun alias Titu, was apprehended in Bihar after an investigation involving CCTV footage and technical surveillance.

Deadly storms claim seven lives in UP; power supply disrupted

Deadly storms claim seven lives in UP; power supply disrupted

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Seven people, including two minors and an elderly person, were killed and 21 were injured in storm-related incidents in separate areas of Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The storm also disrupted power supply, damaging transformers and electricity poles.

Bengal Ministers Skip ED Summons In Recruitment Scam

Bengal Ministers Skip ED Summons In Recruitment Scam

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two outgoing West Bengal ministers, Sujit Bose and Rathin Ghosh, under scrutiny in a recruitment scam case, did not appear before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) as scheduled, citing health and post-election duties.

DMart valuation cart full: Little room for upside

DMart valuation cart full: Little room for upside

Rediff.com3 days ago

Shares of Avenue Supermarts, operator of DMart, fell 5.2 per cent after reporting mixed Q4 FY26 results, with brokerages offering divergent 'sell', 'buy', and 'hold' ratings based on factors like valuation, competitive intensity, and store expansion strategies.

Three Die In Separate Road Accidents In Jharkhand's Godda District

Three Die In Separate Road Accidents In Jharkhand's Godda District

Rediff.com4 days ago

Three people died in two separate road accidents in Jharkhand's Godda district on Sunday. Two men were killed when a truck hit their motorcycle, and another man died in a head-on collision between two motorcycles.

Assam Verdict: Why BJP Won, Congress Lost

Assam Verdict: Why BJP Won, Congress Lost

Rediff.com4 days ago

'The BJP successfully merged governance with identity. That's a powerful combination in Assam's political context.'

Tempo Driver Set On Fire After Party Refusal

Tempo Driver Set On Fire After Party Refusal

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A 40-year-old tempo driver in Delhi was allegedly set on fire by an acquaintance after refusing to host a party and provide more liquor. The victim sustained severe burn injuries and is receiving treatment.

Rajasthan Police Uncover Illegal MD Drug Manufacturing Unit

Rajasthan Police Uncover Illegal MD Drug Manufacturing Unit

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Police's Anti-Narcotics Task Force dismantled an illegal MD drug manufacturing unit in Jodhpur, arresting six individuals and seizing a large quantity of raw materials.

Williamson back as New Zealand name strong squad for England tour

Williamson back as New Zealand name strong squad for England tour

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kane Williamson and Kyle Jamieson return to New Zealand's Test squad for tours of Ireland and England, with Jamieson back after a long injury layoff.

Nurse Arrested In Telangana For Selling Newborn, Claiming Death

Nurse Arrested In Telangana For Selling Newborn, Claiming Death

Rediff.com2 days ago

Four individuals, including a nurse, have been arrested in Telangana for allegedly selling a newborn baby after falsely informing the mother that the child died after birth.

Prominent Cleric Killed In Targeted Attack In Pakistan

Prominent Cleric Killed In Targeted Attack In Pakistan

Rediff.com3 days ago

A prominent cleric, Sheikh-ul-Hadith Maulana Muhammad Idrees, was shot dead in a targeted attack in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The incident occurred in the Utmanzai area of Charsadda district, also injuring two security guards. The killing has sparked protests, with demonstrators demanding the arrest of those responsible.

Villages Attacked Near Myanmar Border, Residents Flee

Villages Attacked Near Myanmar Border, Residents Flee

Rediff.com1 days ago

Heavily armed militants attacked villages in Manipur's Kamjong district near the India-Myanmar border, torching houses and forcing residents to flee. The attack targeted Tangkhul Naga villages, with allegations pointing to Myanmar-based militant groups.

The Only Desi Designer At The Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week

The Only Desi Designer At The Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Indian fashion just had another big moment as Vaishali S Studio became the first Indian designer to showcase at Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week and she didn't just show up, she made it a moment.

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Boxer Vikas Dagar Murder Case

Delhi Police Nab Suspect In Boxer Vikas Dagar Murder Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested Sumit Rana, a suspect in the murder of national-level boxer Vikas Dagar, who was killed in outer Delhi last year. Rana, a member of the Sonu gang, had been evading arrest for eight months.

Haryana Man Arrested In Connection With Uklana Shooting

Haryana Man Arrested In Connection With Uklana Shooting

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man has been arrested in Uklana, Haryana, following the death of a youth in a shooting incident. The accused, identified as Pradeep, allegedly opened fire during an altercation, resulting in the death of Shubham. Police are investigating the incident and have recovered significant information.

Why Mirabai Chanu Is Skipping Asian Championships

Why Mirabai Chanu Is Skipping Asian Championships

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Mirabai Chanu will miss the Asian Championships due to a shoulder injury sustained during the National Championships. Komal Kohar is expected to replace her in the Indian team.

Four Arrested For Robbing Cash Agent In Delhi's Burari

Four Arrested For Robbing Cash Agent In Delhi's Burari

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly robbing a cash collection agent of Rs 4.18 lakh in Burari. The suspects were apprehended after an investigation involving extensive CCTV footage analysis and technical surveillance.

Bengal cops examine CCTV clips to trace killers of Suvendu aide

Bengal cops examine CCTV clips to trace killers of Suvendu aide

Rediff.com1 days ago

West Bengal Police are investigating the murder of a close aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, Chandranath Rath, who was shot dead in North 24 Parganas district. The police are examining CCTV footage, have formed multiple teams to trace the assailants, and are probing whether contract killers were involved.

How Badminton's 15-Point Format Will Change The Game...

How Badminton's 15-Point Format Will Change The Game...

Rediff.com2 days ago

Top men's doubles player Chirag Shetty and veteran H. S. Prannoy share their perspectives on badminton's new 15-point format, approved by the BWF, discussing its potential impact on the game's dynamics and spectator experience.

Groom Killed In Jaunpur Wedding Procession Shooting

Groom Killed In Jaunpur Wedding Procession Shooting

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 27-year-old groom was shot dead by unidentified assailants while on his way to his wedding in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, triggering panic and prompting a police investigation.

Pakistan: Over 115 Security Personnel Killed In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan: Over 115 Security Personnel Killed In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A police report indicates that over 115 security personnel and 85 militants were killed in various incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province during the first quarter of 2026.

IPL 2026: Ngidi's first message after nasty head injury

IPL 2026: Ngidi's first message after nasty head injury

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Lungi Ngidi says "all good" after head injury scare during Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 clash; pacer discharged from hospital.

Allahabad HC Convicts Two In 1984 Murder Case After Acquittal

Allahabad HC Convicts Two In 1984 Murder Case After Acquittal

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench has convicted two individuals in connection with a 1984 murder case, reversing their previous acquittal after more than four decades. The court found them guilty of culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

Financial chaos in PSL? PCB faces big crisis

Financial chaos in PSL? PCB faces big crisis

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Pakistan Cricket Board has initiated a strong campaign to recover billions in dues from defaulting franchises, broadcast, and business partners to improve its financial standing.

How Lakshya Sen's Injury Impacted India's Thomas Cup Performance

How Lakshya Sen's Injury Impacted India's Thomas Cup Performance

Rediff.com2 days ago

H S Prannoy believes Lakshya Sen's injury significantly impacted India's chances at the Thomas Cup, while Chirag Shetty expressed disappointment at the muted reception following their bronze medal win.

How BJP turned TMC's structural cracks into a sweeping mandate

How BJP turned TMC's structural cracks into a sweeping mandate

Rediff.com2 days ago

The BJP's landslide victory in West Bengal has not merely redrawn the electoral map but overturned the operating logic of politics in the state, breaching the TMC's entrenched fortress despite a decade-and-a-half of dominance, minority consolidation, and a sustained "outsider" narrative.

Two-Year-Old Dies In Hut Fire In Meerut

Two-Year-Old Dies In Hut Fire In Meerut

Rediff.com7 days ago

A two-year-old child died after being burnt in a fire that broke out in a hut in the Kankerkhera area of Meerut on Thursday evening, police said.

Triple Murder Suspect Injured In Custody Escape Attempt

Triple Murder Suspect Injured In Custody Escape Attempt

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A suspect in the murder of three family members in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, was injured in a police encounter after attempting to escape custody. The murders stemmed from an argument over smearing cake at a birthday party.

Man Accused Of Quintuple Murder Killed In Police Encounter In UP

Man Accused Of Quintuple Murder Killed In Police Encounter In UP

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man accused of killing four children and their mother in Ambedkar Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, was killed in a police encounter. The accused, Aamir, was the prime suspect in the killings, which police believe were triggered by obsessive affection and greed for property.

Temple Procession Attacked In Ghaziabad, Several Injured

Temple Procession Attacked In Ghaziabad, Several Injured

Rediff.com5 days ago

A procession of devotees returning from a Durga temple in Ghaziabad was allegedly attacked, with reports of stone-pelting, leading to tensions in the Kaila Bhatta area. Police have taken 10 people into custody and are investigating the incident.

Mahindra Unveils New ATV Designed For Security Forces

Mahindra Unveils New ATV Designed For Security Forces

Rediff.com2 days ago

Described by Mahindra as a vehicle with "no excess" and "no ornamentation," this machine is a stark departure from the polished SUVs found on Indian roads. Instead, it is a high-capability tool engineered for the most punishing environments on Earth.

Tigress Dies After Attacking Forest Guard In Maharashtra

Tigress Dies After Attacking Forest Guard In Maharashtra

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A tigress was found dead in Chandrapur, Maharashtra, shortly after critically injuring a forest guard during an operation to move her and her cubs away from a village.

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi to bolster Delhi Capitals' bowling attack vs Chennai Super Kings

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi to bolster Delhi Capitals' bowling attack vs Chennai Super Kings

Rediff.com3 days ago

Delhi Capitals' bowling coach Munaf Patel confirms Lungi Ngidi's return after recovering from a head injury, boosting the team's bowling attack ahead of their game against Chennai Super Kings.