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Gangster on Bail Murdered in Broad Daylight in Kollam

Gangster on Bail Murdered in Broad Daylight in Kollam

Rediff.com4 days ago

A murder accused out on bail was killed in broad daylight in Kollam, Kerala, by a group armed with weapons. Police have arrested four people and are searching for others involved in the attack.

Fake Call Centre Busted in Navi Mumbai for Stock Market Investment Fraud

Fake Call Centre Busted in Navi Mumbai for Stock Market Investment Fraud

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Navi Mumbai have dismantled a fraudulent call centre accused of swindling individuals out of over Rs 1 crore by falsely promising high returns on share market investments. Two individuals have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing.

Cong MLAs face action after cross-voting in Rajya Sabha polls

Cong MLAs face action after cross-voting in Rajya Sabha polls

Rediff.com1 days ago

Rajya Sabha elections in Bihar, Odisha, and Haryana were marred by allegations of cross-voting and 'horse trading', leading to suspensions and warnings from the Congress party.

Arunachal Pradesh Lawmakers Unite Against Racial Discrimination, Demand Stricter Laws

Arunachal Pradesh Lawmakers Unite Against Racial Discrimination, Demand Stricter Laws

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly has strongly condemned racial discrimination against people from the Northeast and urged the central government to enact a stringent anti-racism law.

Chapter on judiciary: NCERT issues 'unconditional apology'

Chapter on judiciary: NCERT issues 'unconditional apology'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The NCERT has issued a public apology and withdrawn a social science textbook for Class 8 after the Supreme Court objected to a chapter on judicial corruption. The court imposed a ban on further publication of the book.

PSPB and RSPB Secure Early Wins at National Table Tennis Championships

PSPB and RSPB Secure Early Wins at National Table Tennis Championships

Rediff.com4 days ago

Traditional powerhouses PSPB and RSPB began their campaigns strongly at the 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships, securing dominant victories and moving closer to the knockout stage.

India Targets 200,000 Foreign Students by 2030

India Targets 200,000 Foreign Students by 2030

Rediff.com7 days ago

The government has intensified its Study in India programme and is working closely with universities and states to achieve this goal.

71 Bihar Monuments Under ASI Care: Details Revealed

71 Bihar Monuments Under ASI Care: Details Revealed

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is responsible for the maintenance of 71 monuments and archaeological sites of national importance in Bihar, according to information provided to Parliament.

Is US-Israel-Iran War Entering Endgame?

Is US-Israel-Iran War Entering Endgame?

Rediff.com23 hours ago

To be sure, Trump is furious, as the trajectory of the war is in a state of Zugzwang, as chess players call it. Trump and Netanyahu stare at two choices -- retreat in humiliation and concede Tehran's demands -- recognition of its rights, reparations, and binding security guarantees -- or perish in a quagmire, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Divyansh Panwar and Khyati Chaudhary Win National Shooting Selection Trials

Divyansh Panwar and Khyati Chaudhary Win National Shooting Selection Trials

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Divyansh Singh Panwar and Khyati Chaudhary emerged victorious in the 10m Air Rifle events at the National Selection Trials, while Anish Bhanwala won the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event.

Gary Kirsten to coach Sri Lanka until 2028

Gary Kirsten to coach Sri Lanka until 2028

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Gary Kirsten, the former India World Cup-winning coach, has been appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka cricket team on a two-year contract, aiming to strengthen the national side for major global events, including the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Suryakumar Yadav: India Can Field Multiple World-Class T20 Teams

Suryakumar Yadav: India Can Field Multiple World-Class T20 Teams

Rediff.com2 days ago

Suryakumar Yadav believes India's T20 talent pool is so deep that it could field multiple international-quality teams, crediting the IPL and domestic structure for this dominance.

Court acquits three accused of harbouring terrorists in BJP leader's murder case

Court acquits three accused of harbouring terrorists in BJP leader's murder case

Rediff.com5 days ago

A court in Bandipora district, Jammu and Kashmir, has acquitted three individuals accused of harbouring terrorists involved in the killing of a BJP leader and his family in 2020, citing insufficient evidence.

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's cricketing greats Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj were honoured with BCCI's Lifetime Achievement Award, in New Delhi, on Sunday.

NHRC demands report on alleged assault and racial abuse of Manipuri woman in Delhi

NHRC demands report on alleged assault and racial abuse of Manipuri woman in Delhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to Delhi and Gurugram authorities regarding separate incidents of alleged assault and a construction site collapse, respectively, seeking detailed reports within two weeks.

Lohakare shines in javelin, Jena returns to podium at Indian Open Throws

Lohakare shines in javelin, Jena returns to podium at Indian Open Throws

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Shivam Lohakare won gold in the men's javelin throw at the Indian Open Throws Competition, while Kishore Kumar Jena secured bronze after returning from injury.

'Difficult days' ahead, Israel warns its citizens

'Difficult days' ahead, Israel warns its citizens

Rediff.com7 days ago

Israel extends nationwide restrictions and warns citizens of potential attacks from Iran and Hezbollah, with the Home Front Command maintaining current guidelines until further assessment.

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Felicitates T20 World Champions Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Felicitates T20 World Champions Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube

Rediff.com7 days ago

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis felicitated the Mumbai duo of Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube, who were part of India's T20 World Cup-winning team, in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Delhi Police Crackdown: Woman Detained Under Anti-Drug Trafficking Law

Delhi Police Crackdown: Woman Detained Under Anti-Drug Trafficking Law

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police have detained a 41-year-old woman, Sonia, under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act for alleged drug trafficking.

Manipur: NIA to Investigate Death of Two Missing Men in Kamjong District

Manipur: NIA to Investigate Death of Two Missing Men in Kamjong District

Rediff.com6 days ago

Two men who went missing in Manipur's Kamjong district were found dead, prompting a National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe and compensation for the families.

Shekhawat Takes Early Lead at National Shooting Trials

Shekhawat Takes Early Lead at National Shooting Trials

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Bhavesh Shekhawat leads the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event after Stage 1 at the National Selection Trials T3, held at the Dr Karni Singh Shooting Ranges.

5 Indians killed, 1 missing in West Asia conflict: MEA

5 Indians killed, 1 missing in West Asia conflict: MEA

Rediff.com4 days ago

Aseem Mahajan, Additional Secretary (Gulf) in the Ministry of External Affairs, on Saturday informed that five Indians have been killed and one is missing due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He added that Indian missions remain open round the clock and are constantly working to provide assistance.

Delhi Traffic Police Crackdown: How a Fake Sticker Racket Was Exposed

Delhi Traffic Police Crackdown: How a Fake Sticker Racket Was Exposed

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested two more members, including the alleged mastermind, of an organised traffic fraud and extortion syndicate, bringing the total arrests to 20. The syndicate sold fake stickers to commercial vehicle drivers, enabling them to evade traffic restrictions and extorted officials.

Toor to Fine-Tune Performance at Indian Open Throws

Toor to Fine-Tune Performance at Indian Open Throws

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Two-time Asian Games champion shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor is set to compete in the Indian Open Throws Competition in Patiala, aiming to evaluate his form ahead of major events like the Asian Games and Commonwealth Games.

Cops probe background of man who attacked Farooq Abdullah

Cops probe background of man who attacked Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com6 days ago

Police in Jammu have launched a detailed investigation into the background and motives of Kamal Singh Jamwal, who allegedly attempted to assassinate former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah at a wedding function.

Nand Kishore Yadav Takes Office as Nagaland's New Governor

Nand Kishore Yadav Takes Office as Nagaland's New Governor

Rediff.com5 days ago

Nand Kishore Yadav has been sworn in as the new Governor of Nagaland, succeeding Ajay Kumar Bhalla. He pledged to uphold the Constitution, promote development, and preserve the state's cultural heritage.

'Iran's supreme leader wounded, likely disfigured': US war secretary

'Iran's supreme leader wounded, likely disfigured': US war secretary

Rediff.com5 days ago

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Friday claimed that Iran's new supreme leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, is "wounded and likely disfigured" in strikes by the US on the country.

Tractor Accident Claims Three Lives in Uttar Pradesh

Tractor Accident Claims Three Lives in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com7 days ago

Three people were killed and one injured in a collision involving a tractor trolley and two motorcycles on National Highway 24 near Atara village in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh.

Krishna Nagar shines with double gold at National Para Badminton Championship

Krishna Nagar shines with double gold at National Para Badminton Championship

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Paralympic champion Krishna Nagar won two gold medals in the SH6 category at the 7th Senior National Para Badminton Championship.

Government Responds to Food Poisoning Concerns in Tribal Schools

Government Responds to Food Poisoning Concerns in Tribal Schools

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has responded to reports of suspected food poisoning in Eklavya Model Residential Schools by issuing new guidelines to ensure student health and safety.

Lokesh Sathyanathan Wins Long Jump Gold At NCAA Indoor Championships

Lokesh Sathyanathan Wins Long Jump Gold At NCAA Indoor Championships

Rediff.com4 days ago

Young Indian athlete Lokesh Sathyanathan won the gold medal in the men's long jump at the NCAA Indoor Championships, setting a new indoor national record.

Rohit Sharma hopes India's trophy run won't stop

Rohit Sharma hopes India's trophy run won't stop

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former India captain Rohit Sharma lauded the Indian men's and women's cricket teams for their recent World Cup victories, attributing their success to hard work and the momentum they have built. He expressed hope for continued success and acknowledged the contributions of those working behind the scenes.

India's energy security 'bartered' to US influence: Rahul Gandhi

India's energy security 'bartered' to US influence: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com6 days ago

Rahul Gandhi accuses the government of compromising India's energy security by allowing the US to dictate oil supply relationships, raising concerns about the impact of global conflicts on India's energy access.

NHRC Demands Report on Fatal Holi Clash in Delhi

NHRC Demands Report on Fatal Holi Clash in Delhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has requested a report from West Delhi authorities regarding the death of a 26-year-old man during a Holi celebration clash in Uttam Nagar.

KSU activists walk free after arrest in Kerala Health Minister attack case

KSU activists walk free after arrest in Kerala Health Minister attack case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Five KSU activists arrested for allegedly attempting to murder Kerala Health Minister Veena George were released on bail and received a warm reception. They allege political vendetta by the CPI(M) government.

'Trump told G7 leaders Iran was about to surrender'

'Trump told G7 leaders Iran was about to surrender'

Rediff.com5 days ago

The call came before Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed vengeance and urged citizens to continue their fight against the attacks by US and Israel.

AIFF Defends Women's Asian Cup Preparations After Group Stage Exit

AIFF Defends Women's Asian Cup Preparations After Group Stage Exit

Rediff.com6 days ago

The AIFF defends its preparation for the AFC Women's Asian Cup despite India's group-stage exit, citing extensive overseas exposure and matches. An inquiry has been ordered into a kit controversy.

NHRC Demands Report on Fatal Holi Clash in Delhi

NHRC Demands Report on Fatal Holi Clash in Delhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has requested a report from West Delhi authorities regarding the death of a 26-year-old man during a Holi celebration clash in Uttam Nagar.

Tension in Manipur as Missing Men Found Dead; NIA Investigation Ordered

Tension in Manipur as Missing Men Found Dead; NIA Investigation Ordered

Rediff.com6 days ago

Two men who went missing in Manipur's Kamjong district were found dead, leading to protests and demands for justice. The state government has ordered an NIA investigation and announced compensation for the families.

French soldier killed, several injured in attack in Iraq

French soldier killed, several injured in attack in Iraq

Rediff.com5 days ago

A French soldier was killed while several others were injured in an attack in the Erbil region of Iraq, French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed. Macron, in a post on X, confirmed that Chief Warrant Officer Arnaud Frion of the 7th Battalion of Chasseurs Alpins lost his life in the attack.