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Amputated Arm Of ITBP Jawan's Mother Sent For Examination: Here's Why

Amputated Arm Of ITBP Jawan's Mother Sent For Examination: Here's Why

Rediff.com1 days ago

The amputated arm of an ITBP jawan's mother, which was stored at a police station after a hospital allegedly handed it to the family, has been sent for examination as part of a medical negligence investigation in Uttar Pradesh.

48 hours after rout, revolt brews in TMC, leaders blame top brass

48 hours after rout, revolt brews in TMC, leaders blame top brass

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Following a significant defeat to the BJP, Trinamool Congress leaders are openly criticising the party leadership, citing mismanagement and lack of support as key factors in the election outcome.

Young Shooter Parth Mane Impresses At ISSF World Cup

Young Shooter Parth Mane Impresses At ISSF World Cup

Rediff.com6 days ago

Young Parth Rakesh Mane finished seventh in the men's 10m air rifle competition at the ISSF World Cup in Munich. The 18-year-old shooter from Maharashtra also broke the junior national record in qualification. Other Indian shooters participated in the event, with mixed results.

French crowd roars as Parry shocks 6th seed at Roland Garros

French crowd roars as Parry shocks 6th seed at Roland Garros

Rediff.com3 days ago

Diane Parry defeated Amanda Anisimova in a thrilling three-set match to advance to the fourth round of the French Open, marking her first time reaching this stage in a Grand Slam tournament.

Norway Chess: Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa suffer defeats; Divya beats Humpy

Norway Chess: Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa suffer defeats; Divya beats Humpy

Rediff.com6 days ago

D Gukesh surrendered to Wesley So in Armageddon, while red-hot Frenchman Alireza Firouzja tore past R Praggnanandhaa to storm to the top.

Dushara Vijayan Is So Unpredictable!

Dushara Vijayan Is So Unpredictable!

Rediff.com7 days ago

Dushara Vijayan's fashion game lives in that sweet spot between sharp tailoring and artsy drama. From embroidered jackets and statement blazers to fluid Indo-Western silhouettes, the Kattalan wardrobe feels experimental without trying too hard.

How Mahesh Bhatt Alerted Kangana Ranaut To 2008 Mumbai Attacks

How Mahesh Bhatt Alerted Kangana Ranaut To 2008 Mumbai Attacks

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut shared her experience during the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, revealing that director Mahesh Bhatt was the first to alert her and her Bollywood peers while they were at a party.

SC orders eviction plan for 118 govt servants encroaching on TN's Agasthyamalai

SC orders eviction plan for 118 govt servants encroaching on TN's Agasthyamalai

Rediff.com16 hours ago

The Supreme Court has directed the preparation and implementation of a time-bound eviction plan to address encroachments within the protected areas of the Agasthyamalai ecological landscape in Tamil Nadu, also ordering action against government servants involved.

IPL 2026: 'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi doesn't give a damn about any bowler'

IPL 2026: 'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi doesn't give a damn about any bowler'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless batting approach in the IPL has impressed teammates and opponents alike, with his ability to take on world-class bowlers without hesitation.

Why Gukesh Is Favoured To Retain World Chess Title

Why Gukesh Is Favoured To Retain World Chess Title

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Anemone Kulczak, the chief arbiter at Norway Chess, believes reigning world champion D Gukesh remains the clear favourite to defend his crown later this year.

Siddaramaiah declines Rajya Sabha seat, to complete term as MLA

Siddaramaiah declines Rajya Sabha seat, to complete term as MLA

Rediff.com5 days ago

Siddaramaiah has resigned from his position as Chief Minister of Karnataka, following instructions from the Congress high command. D K Shivakumar is expected to succeed him. The decision follows internal discussions and political manoeuvring within the Congress party.

IPL 2026: Sai Sudharsan reveals GT's real playoff strategy

IPL 2026: Sai Sudharsan reveals GT's real playoff strategy

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Gujarat Titans opener B Sai Sudharsan said they are focused on sealing a top-two finish rather than obsessing over net run-rate going into their final IPL league match.

Tendulkar hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 'He's truly special'

Tendulkar hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 'He's truly special'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sachin Tendulkar has praised Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, urging coaches and mentors not to interfere with the youngster's natural instincts.

IPL 2026: How Riyan Parag turned hate into success

IPL 2026: How Riyan Parag turned hate into success

Rediff.com7 days ago

Riyan Parag has repaid the immense faith placed on him by Rajasthan Royals in his first full season as captain with a last minute play-off berth in the Indian Premier League.

Governor accepts Siddaramaiah's resignation

Governor accepts Siddaramaiah's resignation

Rediff.com4 days ago

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot accepted the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Siddaramaiah submitted his resignation, and the Governor dissolved the Council of Ministers. Siddaramaiah will continue as CM until alternative arrangements are made. D K Shivakumar is likely to succeed him, and both are in Delhi to discuss the transition with the Congress high command.

US, Iran reach tentative 60-day deal to ease tensions; awaiting Trump's nod

US, Iran reach tentative 60-day deal to ease tensions; awaiting Trump's nod

Rediff.com5 days ago

In a significant diplomatic development, US and Iranian negotiators have reportedly reached a tentative 60-day memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at extending a fragile ceasefire and paving the way for formal talks regarding Iran's nuclear programme.

World No. 1 Sabalenka shakes off injury woes ahead of French Open battle

World No. 1 Sabalenka shakes off injury woes ahead of French Open battle

Rediff.com22 May 2026

World number one Aryna Sabalenka insists she has fully shaken off the physical woes that derailed her French Open preparations, despite arriving at Roland Garros without a semi-final appearance on clay this season.

How Punjab Police Dismantled Drug Trafficking Networks

How Punjab Police Dismantled Drug Trafficking Networks

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab Police has dismantled the financial infrastructure of drug-trafficking networks, freezing assets worth Rs 300 crore linked to alleged drug smugglers.

Shreyansh Somaiya Off To Winning Start At Chess Masters

Shreyansh Somaiya Off To Winning Start At Chess Masters

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Top seed Shreyansh Somaiya and others started strong in the fourth season of the Mumbai FIDE Rated All India Chess Masters Season Four.

Bank Frauds Drop, Losses Soar

Bank Frauds Drop, Losses Soar

Rediff.com1 days ago

The highest number of frauds was reported under the card, Internet, and digital payments categories in FY24 and FY25. 'Advances' accounted for the largest share (85.5 per cent) in FY26.

Hopefully, we'll be able to get Sooryavanshi out early, says GT's Parthiv Patel

Hopefully, we'll be able to get Sooryavanshi out early, says GT's Parthiv Patel

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gujarat Titans' assistant coach Parthiv Patel defends their consistent approach to cricket, highlighting their success since 2022 despite criticism from rival teams. He acknowledges the threat posed by Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi but remains confident in GT's strategy.

Criminal law can't target every in-law in marital disputes: SC

Criminal law can't target every in-law in marital disputes: SC

Rediff.com25 May 2026

The Supreme Court on Monday said criminal law cannot be permitted to be set in motion against every relative of the husband in a matrimonial dispute merely on the basis of omnibus allegations lacking a specific factual foundation.

I'm a big, big fan of Modi, India can count on me: Trump

I'm a big, big fan of Modi, India can count on me: Trump

Rediff.com7 days ago

Taking to Truth Social on Monday evening, Trump reposted Gor's original Sunday night dispatch alongside a video snippet from the grand celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of America's independence, hosted at the iconic Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.

How Pranavi Urs Is Faring At Lalla Meryem Cup

How Pranavi Urs Is Faring At Lalla Meryem Cup

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Indian golfer Pranavi Urs is in the top 10 at the Lalla Meryem Cup, while Kelsey Bennett leads the field. Diksha Dagar also made the cut, while Hitaashee Bakshi and Avani Prashanth did not.

End Of An Era: Randhir Singh, Sports Icon, Dies At 79

End Of An Era: Randhir Singh, Sports Icon, Dies At 79

Rediff.com6 days ago

Veteran sports administrator and India's first shooting gold-medallist in Asian Games, Randhir Singh, died on Wednesday after battling age-related ailments. He was 79.

Marathon Man Arnaldi Stuns Tiafoe To Enter French Open Quarters

Marathon Man Arnaldi Stuns Tiafoe To Enter French Open Quarters

Rediff.com1 days ago

Matteo Berrettini reached the French Open quarterfinals by ousting giant-killer Juan Manuel Cerundolo, while Felix Auger-Aliassime and Flavio Cobolli sealed their last-eight spots with contrasting wins.

IPL 2026: What GT, RCB, RR, SRH Didn't Do To Reach The Play-Offs

IPL 2026: What GT, RCB, RR, SRH Didn't Do To Reach The Play-Offs

Rediff.com7 days ago

What these four teams truly mastered was the art of not inventing new ways to lose.

NEET paper leak: PM personally supervising situation, Centre tells SC

NEET paper leak: PM personally supervising situation, Centre tells SC

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Supreme Court has emphasised the need for accountability regarding the NEET paper leak issue, acknowledging the trauma experienced by students and their families. The court is hearing pleas related to the matter and has asked the Centre to file an affidavit.

End Of An Era: Randhir Singh, Veteran Sports Administrator, Dies

End Of An Era: Randhir Singh, Veteran Sports Administrator, Dies

Rediff.com6 days ago

Veteran sports administrator and India's first shooting gold-medallist in Asian Games, Randhir Singh, died on Wednesday after battling age-related ailments. He was 79.

Smallcap Schemes Lead Mutual Fund Rally

Smallcap Schemes Lead Mutual Fund Rally

Rediff.com1 days ago

Most actively-managed equity mutual fund schemes outperformed their benchmarks despite volatility across domestic equity markets during the past year.

Sriram Balaji, Yuki Bhambri Advance In French Open Doubles

Sriram Balaji, Yuki Bhambri Advance In French Open Doubles

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian tennis players N Sriram Balaji and Yuki Bhambri secured victories in the first round of the French Open men's doubles, advancing to the next stage with their respective partners.

Plea in SC seeks seat-wise list of voter deletions in Bengal

Plea in SC seeks seat-wise list of voter deletions in Bengal

Rediff.com1 days ago

A PIL has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a detailed constituency-wise disclosure of disenfranchisement caused by the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal.

Rupamoni Gorh Becomes First Assamese Woman To Scale Mount Everest

Rupamoni Gorh Becomes First Assamese Woman To Scale Mount Everest

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Rupamoni Gorh has become the first woman from Assam to scale Mount Everest as part of an all-women expedition team of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).

13 Terrific Movies That Rocked Cannes

13 Terrific Movies That Rocked Cannes

Rediff.com23 hours ago

13 films from the 2026 Cannes film festival, highlighting award-winning international cinema, unexpected gems, and restored classics that truly celebrated the art of filmmaking.

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen advance to Singapore Open quarterfinals; Prannoy bows out

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen advance to Singapore Open quarterfinals; Prannoy bows out

Rediff.com5 days ago

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarter-finals of the Singapore Open, while HS Prannoy exited the tournament after a defeat to Loh Kean Yew.

Why Vijay postponed meeting with Sonia, Rahul Gandhi

Why Vijay postponed meeting with Sonia, Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

Tamil Nadu Congress MP Christopher Tilak clarified that the postponement of Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's meeting with Sonia and Rahul Gandhi was due to the leaders' busy schedules and ongoing organisational matters.

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty discuss their Singapore Open victory, overcoming injuries, and their ambitions for future tournaments, including the World Championships and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty discuss their Singapore Open victory, overcoming injuries, and their ambitions for future tournaments, including the World Championships and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

India Emerges As A Leader In Digital Economy And AI

India Emerges As A Leader In Digital Economy And AI

Rediff.com4 days ago

A new report indicates India has become the world's fifth most digitalised economy and ranks fourth globally in AI performance, driven by increasing AI adoption and a strong digital infrastructure.

Praggnanandhaa falters in Round 7 of Super Chess Classic

Praggnanandhaa falters in Round 7 of Super Chess Classic

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa faced a setback in the Super Chess Classic, losing to Fabiano Caruana. Other key results saw Javokhir Sindarov defeat Vincent Keymer, while Jorden Van Foreest benefitted from Alireza Firouzja's withdrawal.