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Did ex-serviceman really boil his wife's body parts?

Did ex-serviceman really boil his wife's body parts?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

Hyderabad police are consulting experts from across the country to investigate the case of an ex-serviceman suspected of killing his wife, dismembering her body, and boiling the parts in a pressure cooker. Despite the suspect's arrest, the woman's remains have not been recovered. The police are treating the case as a missing person's case while investigating the gruesome allegations.

Nepali students fear returning to Odisha college after row over student's death

Nepali students fear returning to Odisha college after row over student's death

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Around 1,000 Nepalese students studying at KIIT were issued suspension notices and asked to leave the campus immediately on Monday following protests after the body of a student, Prakriti Lamsal, was found hanging from the ceiling of her hostel room on Sunday.

Spend Your Weekend With Urvashi Rautela!

Spend Your Weekend With Urvashi Rautela!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

From old favourites to brand new attractions, Sukanya Verma lists all the excitement OTT has laid out in its action-packed menu this week.

Sonia inaugurates Cong's new headquarters, Narasimha Rao honored

Sonia inaugurates Cong's new headquarters, Narasimha Rao honored

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

The Congress' new headquarters located at 9A, Kotla Road in New Delhi was inaugurated on Wednesday, as the grand old party turned a page in its history after operating from its iconic 24, Akbar Road premises for the last 47 years.

Dallewal's fast: SC holds rare hearing, gives ultimatum to Punjab govt

Dallewal's fast: SC holds rare hearing, gives ultimatum to Punjab govt

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

The Supreme Court on Saturday gave the Punjab government time till December 31 to persuade farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been fasting for over a month, to shift to hospital.

Petty politics of petty men: Sibal after Rahul asked to vacate bungalow

Petty politics of petty men: Sibal after Rahul asked to vacate bungalow

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

The Housing Committee of the Lok Sabha took the decision following which the secretariat of the House wrote to the former Congress president, a Z-plus protectee who has been living in the 12, Tughlaq Lane bungalow since 2005.

High drama as AAP leaders denied entry to PM, CM residences

High drama as AAP leaders denied entry to PM, CM residences

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

The Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday said Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh and Delhi minister Saurabh Bhardwaj would accompany the media on a tour of the chief minister's residence, which the Bharatiya Janata Party claims was turned into a 'Sheesh Mahal' during Arvind Kejriwal's tenure.

'Unapologetically Indian' In New York

'Unapologetically Indian' In New York

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

'I always cook from my heart,' says New York Chef Vijaya Kumar who won his third Michelin Star recently.

Kareena-Saif's Christmas Fun

Kareena-Saif's Christmas Fun

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan are already on vacation, getting ready to bring in the New Year.

'Fraud on society': Ex-IAS trainee Puja Khedkar denied pre-arrest bail

'Fraud on society': Ex-IAS trainee Puja Khedkar denied pre-arrest bail

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Khedkar is accused of misrepresenting information in her application for the UPSC Civil Services Examination, 2022, to get reservation benefits.

It's Family Time For Assembly Bypolls

It's Family Time For Assembly Bypolls

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Political parties have fielded sons, wives and daughters-in-law of legislators who quit after being elected to the Lok Sabha.

Trump Tariffs: How Must India Respond?

Trump Tariffs: How Must India Respond?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

India should convert the Trump threat to an India opportunity, re-embracing a more liberal trade regime as a way of reviving manufacturing output and exports.

ED moves Delhi HC for vacating interim protection to NewsClick, promoter

ED moves Delhi HC for vacating interim protection to NewsClick, promoter

Rediff.com11 Aug 2023

The HC had on July 29, 2021 extended the interim protection to the portal, represented through its holding company PPK NewsClick Studio Pvt. Ltd., and Purkayastha, uptill the next date of hearing.

6 Smart Ways To Negotiate For A Higher Salary

6 Smart Ways To Negotiate For A Higher Salary

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

If you're doing the work, if you're delivering results and contributing to the success of your team or organisation, you deserve to be compensated equitably, says Sonica Aron, founder of HR consultancy firm Marching Sheep.

The White Lotus 3: Hell Is Other People

The White Lotus 3: Hell Is Other People

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

It is said money doesn't buy happiness, and the show proves it -- there is romance, heartbreak, affairs and murder. A place that should be heavenly quickly turns into a hell of misery, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Why are tigers in Maharashtra dying?

Why are tigers in Maharashtra dying?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

'The true measure of Project Tiger's success is not just rising tiger numbers, but our ability to ensure harmonious human-wildlife coexistence'

I Am Grateful To Be Alive!

I Am Grateful To Be Alive!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Sometimes I run past a house where the owner has died. The children are abroad. The doors and windows are closed. That is the case with thousands of homes across Kerala.

Indian team for Champions Trophy to be picked on...

Indian team for Champions Trophy to be picked on...

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

India play their Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh on February 20.

My Favourite Oscar Moment

My Favourite Oscar Moment

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The balance was so perfect in that moment, the irony so rich. Those who cheered on Elia Kazan were cheering on the one quality that made him such a singular artist: He was his own man and not susceptible to groupthink. Those who protested Kazan's presence were protesting that very quality: They were saying that he was too much of an outlier, a wolf in a radical's clothing. Sreehari Nair captures his Kodak moment at the Oscars.

Manchester City's record-breaking splurge in January!

Manchester City's record-breaking splurge in January!

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Manchester City spent more than 180 million pounds ($223.58 million) -- more than the combined amount paid by the other 19 English top-flight clubs in a relatively quiet window.

Indian Women's Press Corps asked to vacate govt bungalow, pay Rs 18 lakh

Indian Women's Press Corps asked to vacate govt bungalow, pay Rs 18 lakh

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

A letter issued by the directorate of estates to the IWPC's president states that the bungalow at Windsor Place in Lutyens' Delhi has still not been vacated despite the fact that the women's journalist body was asked to leave the government facility by July 31, 2022.

'Abhi Series Khatam Nahi Hui Hai'

'Abhi Series Khatam Nahi Hui Hai'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Rohit Sharma, who joined the team on Day 3 of the Test, was present to witness the historic win and shared a heartwarming moment with Virat Kohli, who returned to form with a brilliant century.

Djokovic wants dancers to perform at tennis matches

Djokovic wants dancers to perform at tennis matches

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

"I think that we should try to look to connect more with the younger people and bring them in,'

The Lady Judge Who Heads Gujarat UCC Panel

The Lady Judge Who Heads Gujarat UCC Panel

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

On the basis of her committee's report, the UCC in Uttarakhand established mandatory registration for marriages and live-in relationships, banned polygamy, and provided equal inheritance rights for women.

'Rs 2 cr' vanity van near Prashant Kishor's hunger site sparks row

'Rs 2 cr' vanity van near Prashant Kishor's hunger site sparks row

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Prashant Kishor, founder of the Jan Suraaj Party, has been on a fast-unto-death protest in Patna, demanding the cancellation of the BPSC exam due to alleged question paper leaks. The presence of a luxury 'vanity van' near his protest site sparked controversy, with Kishor arguing that the focus should be on the future of the exam aspirants rather than his personal amenities. The district administration has declared the protest illegal and has threatened action against Kishor and his supporters.

SC protects ex-IAS trainee Puja Khedkar from arrest till Feb 14

SC protects ex-IAS trainee Puja Khedkar from arrest till Feb 14

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court has granted anticipatory bail to Puja Khedkar, a former IAS probationer, who is accused of cheating and wrongly availing OBC and disability quota benefits in the civil services examination. Khedkar is accused of misrepresenting information in her application for the UPSC civil services examination, 2022, to get reservation benefits. She has refuted all the allegations against her.

Katrina-Vicky's London Break

Katrina-Vicky's London Break

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Bollywood stars are on their year end break already!

Kohli's homecoming: Delhi aim to end on a high!

Kohli's homecoming: Delhi aim to end on a high!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

This will be Virat Kohli's first Ranji Trophy match in 12 years.

No SC benches to be available during winter vacation: CJI

No SC benches to be available during winter vacation: CJI

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

The CJI's announcement made in the apex court assumes significance in the wake of Union Law Minister Kiren Rijiju's statement in Rajya Sabha on Thursday in which he said there was a feeling among the people that long court vacations were not very convenient for justice seekers.

Inside Carlos Alcaraz's Dreamy Vacation

Inside Carlos Alcaraz's Dreamy Vacation

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

Carlos sought tranquility in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, accompanied by his brother Alvaro and friends.

Raha Steals Show At Kapoors' X-mas Brunch

Raha Steals Show At Kapoors' X-mas Brunch

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's little daughter Raha greeted the media with a cheerful 'Merry Christmas' that won everyone's heart!

Shammi Silva replaces Jay Shah as ACC head

Shammi Silva replaces Jay Shah as ACC head

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Silva's tenure begins at a pivotal time, with the ACC focusing on the upcoming Asia Cup and striving to strengthen Asia's position as a powerhouse in global cricket.

Sanjana's Gorgeous Vacation Styles

Sanjana's Gorgeous Vacation Styles

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

When you head for your next holiday, you know exactly what to wear.

Kejriwal shifts to party MP's house in Lutyens' Delhi

Kejriwal shifts to party MP's house in Lutyens' Delhi

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday vacated the 6, Flagstaff Road residence to move to his new address in the Lutyens' Zone.

Rahul Gandhi asked to vacate official bungalow by April 22

Rahul Gandhi asked to vacate official bungalow by April 22

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

The notice to Gandhi to vacate the 12, Tughlaq Lane bungalow was served by the Housing Committee of the Lok Sabha and follows the disqualification notice issued last week.

The major signings in the January transfer window

The major signings in the January transfer window

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Manchester City's spending of more than 180 million pounds ($223.58 million) was the second-biggest outlay ever worldwide by a club in the January transfer window.

Will ICC adopt a new system for Test cricket?

Will ICC adopt a new system for Test cricket?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

'I've been a firm believer in that if you want Test cricket to survive and be alive and thriving, I think that's the way to go.'

Maha Kumbh stampede: 'Everyone wanted to take a dip at 3 am'

Maha Kumbh stampede: 'Everyone wanted to take a dip at 3 am'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

A stampede at the Sangam area of the Maha Kumbh early Wednesday morning resulted in several deaths and injuries as devotees jostled for space to take a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya. Eyewitness accounts describe a sudden surge of pilgrims, leading to a chaotic situation where many were trampled as barricades collapsed. Scattered shoes, slippers, and clothes at the site speak to the intensity of the stampede. Authorities are investigating the incident and have urged devotees to prioritize their safety.

Collins taunts 'super drunk' Melbourne fans who booed her

Collins taunts 'super drunk' Melbourne fans who booed her

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

Danielle Collins will exit the Australian Open as public enemy number one after roasting a hostile crowd at the Grand Slam and the American said following her defeat on Saturday that it was up to the fans if they wanted to repair their relationship.

Aamir Goes On Vacation With Kiran, Azad

Aamir Goes On Vacation With Kiran, Azad

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Mumbaikars were in for a pleasant surprise when they saw Aamir Khan at the airport with his ex-wife Kiran Rao and their son Azad Rao Khan.