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Gurugram man shoots at married woman for refusing proposal

Gurugram man shoots at married woman for refusing proposal

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

A 25-year-old woman was shot inside a club in Gurugram after she allegedly refused a marriage proposal. Police have arrested two suspects and are investigating the incident.

Noida techie death: Accident site draws curious crowds

Noida techie death: Accident site draws curious crowds

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The site where a 27-year-old techie drowned in Noida has become a focal point of public concern, with residents questioning the role of civic authorities and demanding accountability for the tragedy.

Faridabad woman gang-raped in moving car, thrown on road

Faridabad woman gang-raped in moving car, thrown on road

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

A 25-year-old married woman was allegedly gang-raped in a moving van in Faridabad and later thrown onto the road, sustaining serious head injuries, police said on Wednesday.

Biker death: Sub-contractor held for failing to report fall

Biker death: Sub-contractor held for failing to report fall

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Delhi government suspends officials suspected of negligence after a motorcyclist died falling into a pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board in Janakpuri. An investigation is underway, and FIRs have been filed against the DJB and the contractor.

'I Only Watch Dharmendra's Films. I Don't Watch Anyone Else's Films'

'I Only Watch Dharmendra's Films. I Don't Watch Anyone Else's Films'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Dharmendra's fans gathered outside his Juhu, northwest Mumbai, residence to celebrate his 90th birth anniversary.

Ranji Trophy: MP trounce Maharashtra, enter quarters

Ranji Trophy: MP trounce Maharashtra, enter quarters

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Ranji Trophy: MP enter quarterfinals; Saurashtra on brink of qualification

India's Problem: Strong Power, Weak Resistance

India's Problem: Strong Power, Weak Resistance

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

This new year will bring, once again, a repetition of both intent and apathy, expects Aakar Patel.

'For Them, A Woman Is A Body. Nothing More'

'For Them, A Woman Is A Body. Nothing More'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

''Women are coming into public spaces in larger numbers than ever before. They are educated, capable, opinionated, and determined.' 'But the more women push for access to public space, the harder they are pushed back -- through attacks like this, through discrimination, through the glass ceiling, through the deliberate denial of recognition.'

The dangers of doing business in Uttar Pradesh

The dangers of doing business in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

Growth and expansion of business has little or no possibility in UP, especially when the government is involved or policy changes are needed.

VHP protests over conversion allegations at Lucknow medical varsity

VHP protests over conversion allegations at Lucknow medical varsity

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) staged a protest in Lucknow alleging illegal religious conversion activities at King George's Medical University (KGMU), following the arrest of a KGMU intern in a rape and blackmail case. The VHP demanded swift action against those involved, claiming an organized attempt at religious conversion.

BJP needs a tsunami to conquer Uttar Pradesh

BJP needs a tsunami to conquer Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

If the BJP wants to win 60 out of UP's 80 seats, it will need a jump of 30 percent in its vote share -- which is a mammoth task.

iPod left in Thar helps Delhi police solve theft case

iPod left in Thar helps Delhi police solve theft case

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

A 25-year-old man was arrested from Bihar after he stole an SUV from Delhi's South Patel Nagar, police said on Monday.

Hazare Trophy: Uttar Pradesh beat Saurashtra by 5 wickets

Hazare Trophy: Uttar Pradesh beat Saurashtra by 5 wickets

Rediff.com16 Dec 2015

A summary of the day's play in the Vijay Hazare One-day tournament.

'Amit Shah incited communal violence in Uttar Pradesh'

'Amit Shah incited communal violence in Uttar Pradesh'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav in an interview with CNN-IBN hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party saying there is ample evidence to show that BJP leaders are stoking communal divide in the state.

UP shocker: Madrassa demands 'virginity test' from 13-yr-old girl

UP shocker: Madrassa demands 'virginity test' from 13-yr-old girl

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

The institute, which functions both as a madrassa and an inter college, is affiliated with the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Board and the Basic Shiksha Department.

Uttar Pradesh turns around its infamous health scheme

Uttar Pradesh turns around its infamous health scheme

Rediff.com7 Apr 2013

Over 53 lakh poor families are expected to avail the health insurance cover provided under this scheme, reports Sharat Pradhan

SC Orders NBCC to Complete Supertech Housing Projects, Protecting Homebuyers

SC Orders NBCC to Complete Supertech Housing Projects, Protecting Homebuyers

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court of India has upheld an order directing NBCC to complete 16 delayed housing projects of Supertech Limited, providing relief to thousands of homebuyers who have been waiting for nearly two decades.

SC Orders NBCC to Complete Supertech Housing Projects, Protecting Homebuyers

SC Orders NBCC to Complete Supertech Housing Projects, Protecting Homebuyers

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court of India has upheld an order directing NBCC to complete 16 delayed housing projects of Supertech Limited, providing relief to thousands of homebuyers who have been waiting for nearly two decades.

Inflation rises to 3-month high of 1.33% in Dec; remains below RBI tolerance band

Inflation rises to 3-month high of 1.33% in Dec; remains below RBI tolerance band

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Retail inflation rose to a three-month high of 1.33 per cent in December 2025 mainly due to higher prices of kitchen essentials, including vegetables and protein-rich items.

Cheers! Kingfisher rolls out Smooth for beer aficionados

Cheers! Kingfisher rolls out Smooth for beer aficionados

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

The new beer's rollout has begun in Rajasthan. Under a phased expansion strategy, Karnataka is expected to follow, with more states to be added based on early response.

Lakshita-Sharvan win National Air Pistol mixed team gold

Lakshita-Sharvan win National Air Pistol mixed team gold

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

The Army pair of Lakshita Bishnoi and Sharvan Kumar produced a commanding performance to overcome the challenge of Haryana's Suruchi Singh and Samrat Rana and clinch the 10m Air Pistol mixed team gold in the National Shooting Championships, in Delhi, on Saturday.

Ketan Malik win's women's 10m air pistol gold; Bhaker 7th

Ketan Malik win's women's 10m air pistol gold; Bhaker 7th

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Gulia topped the qualification with 582-24x. She was joined at the top by Bhaker, who also shot 582, finishing second on inner-10 count with 19x.

In a first, women Agniveers to join Republic Day Parade

In a first, women Agniveers to join Republic Day Parade

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Nine women Agniveer will be part of the Indian Air Force's band contingent that will march down the Kartavya Path during the 77th Republic Day Parade, marking a historic first. Flt Lt Akshita Dhankar will unfurl the national flag alongside President Droupadi Murmu.

Shah Rukh should apologise for signing Mustafizur: Ilyasi

Shah Rukh should apologise for signing Mustafizur: Ilyasi

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

"Shah Rukh Khan should apologise to nation": Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi on KKR picking Bangladesh player

Uttar Pradesh tops the list for most riots in India

Uttar Pradesh tops the list for most riots in India

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

With 247 incidents of communal violence, Uttar Pradesh has earned the dubious distinction of topping the list of states that witnessed riots in 2013 and the situation is no different in 2014 too.

India Set for Colder Plains, Warmer Hills

India Set for Colder Plains, Warmer Hills

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

The winters could be cooler in the plains due to the prevailing La Nina conditions though it does not have a direct relationship and also due to influence of the polar vortex.

3 teenaged sisters, addicted to 'Korean lover game', die by suicide

3 teenaged sisters, addicted to 'Korean lover game', die by suicide

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

The police said the exact circumstances that led the sisters to take the extreme step are being investigated, and statements of family members are being recorded as part of the probe.

Indo-US deal 'wholesale surrender': Rahul vs govt in LS

Indo-US deal 'wholesale surrender': Rahul vs govt in LS

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Rahul Gandhi said that had an INDIA Bloc government negotiated the trade agreement with the US, it would have told US President Donald Trump that he should treat India as an equal.

The real story behind Uttar Pradesh's development

The real story behind Uttar Pradesh's development

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

'Favourable treatment to selected areas has been a pattern throughout the state.'

Why the Uttar Pradesh violence escalated

Why the Uttar Pradesh violence escalated

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

The UP government, if it manages to remain in power now, must take immediate steps to ensure that no violence takes place as the country gears up for the elections. Action has to be taken to prevent this, not just through the law and order machinery, but through a secular campaign in which all non-communal political parties participate, says Seema Mustafa.

UP man kills elderly bizman who taunted him over marriage

UP man kills elderly bizman who taunted him over marriage

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

A 30-year-old man in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly beat a 62-year-old senior citizen to death after being taunted about his inability to get married. The accused, Brijesh Yadav, has been arrested.

Uttar Pradesh Phase 1: The battle for Western UP

Uttar Pradesh Phase 1: The battle for Western UP

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

73 constituencies will vote on Saturday.

Yogi warns over 'fake' Manikarnika Ghat posts; 8 FIRs filed

Yogi warns over 'fake' Manikarnika Ghat posts; 8 FIRs filed

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said strict action would be taken against those misleading the public on social media about the ongoing work at Manikarnika Ghat.

Gaya's Tilkut Awaits GI Tag

Gaya's Tilkut Awaits GI Tag

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

'The day tilkut gets the GI tag, it will be a big hit for its health benefits during the cold season in the USA, Canada and Europe.'

Priyanka, Rahul intensify poll campaign in Uttar Pradesh

Priyanka, Rahul intensify poll campaign in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra, the Congress' star campaigners, have intensified their public contact programmes in different parts of Uttar Pradesh as the election dates draw near in the politically crucial state.

Uttar Pradesh has the most criminal, richest MLAs

Uttar Pradesh has the most criminal, richest MLAs

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

Here are some thoughts for the voter to ponder over

Trinamool to test poll waters in Uttar Pradesh

Trinamool to test poll waters in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com4 Jan 2012

After demolishing the Left bastion in West Bengal, Trinamool Congress led by Mamata Banerjee is all set to make its electoral debut in the Hindi heartland of Uttar Pradesh in the coming assembly polls.

Arvind Kejriwal kicks off road show in Uttar Pradesh

Arvind Kejriwal kicks off road show in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com1 Mar 2014

Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday kick-started his three-day-long road show in Uttar Pradesh.

A Muslim voter in Uttar Pradesh has very few options

A Muslim voter in Uttar Pradesh has very few options

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

The bleakness of being a Muslim in Uttar Pradesh depresses both its youth and community leaders alike, says Archis Mohan