News for 'wedding called off'

Chhattisgarh woman calls off wedding after finding groom drunk

Chhattisgarh woman calls off wedding after finding groom drunk

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 22-year-old woman in Chhattisgarh refused to marry her groom after he arrived heavily intoxicated at their wedding ceremony, leading to a scuffle. Her decision, made despite a prior warning to the groom about his drinking, has been widely praised and led to her felicitation by local police for taking a stand against alcohol addiction. The groom's family has agreed to compensate the bride's family for wedding expenses.

UP Wedding Turns Sour After Dispute Over Music

UP Wedding Turns Sour After Dispute Over Music

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A wedding celebration in Uttar Pradesh turned violent after a dispute over music selection led to a shooting and the cancellation of the wedding.

Wedding preps turn to funeral as Lucknow fire kills engaged couple

Wedding preps turn to funeral as Lucknow fire kills engaged couple

Rediff.com3 days ago

An engaged couple, Neelesh Kumar and Anamika Samant, who were planning their wedding, became victims of a devastating fire at a commercial building in Lucknow, turning their families' wedding preparations into funeral arrangements.

Call records reveal how fiancee planned Ketan Agarwal's murder

Call records reveal how fiancee planned Ketan Agarwal's murder

Rediff.com1 days ago

Pune police have revealed that Ketan Agarwal's fiancee, Siya Goyal, and her lover, Chetan Chaudhary, exchanged 2,004 calls and spent 238 hours on the phone in the six months leading up to Agarwal's alleged murder at Lohagad Fort, suggesting extensive planning for the crime.

Fiancee, lover made 2,004 calls before Lohagad Fort murder plot: Police

Fiancee, lover made 2,004 calls before Lohagad Fort murder plot: Police

Rediff.com2 days ago

In a deadly twist to what would have been a dream wedding, police on Tuesday said 26-year-old Ketan, who died while on a trek on June 18, was allegedly pushed into the gorge by his fiancee Siya (20) and her lover Chetan (22).

Cocktail 2 Review: My Best Friend's Wedding Meets Judaai

Cocktail 2 Review: My Best Friend's Wedding Meets Judaai

Rediff.com7 days ago

As long as its purpose of throwing everyone on the dance floor as they flaunt their toned abs in fancy clothes is served, Cocktail 2 doesn't feel obliged to make any sense, notes Sukanya Verma.

3rd ODI: Afghanistan coach Mooney calls for batting resilience against India

3rd ODI: Afghanistan coach Mooney calls for batting resilience against India

Rediff.com7 days ago

Afghanistan fielding coach John Mooney has urged his team's batters to focus on building longer innings and avoiding soft dismissals against India. He also called for bowlers to be more disciplined, while expressing hope for spin assistance from the Chennai pitch in the upcoming third ODI.

Police Personnel Assaulted In UP Wedding Payment Row

Police Personnel Assaulted In UP Wedding Payment Row

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Two police personnel were assaulted in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after intervening in a payment dispute between a wedding band owner and the groom's family. Five people have been arrested following the incident.

Siya killed Ketan because he wore a wig? Father says...

Siya killed Ketan because he wore a wig? Father says...

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The ongoing investigation into the murder of Pune realtor Ketan Agarwal suggests that his fiance, Siya Goyal, was instigated by co-accused Chetan Chaudhary to commit the crime. Goyal and Chaudhary, who were in a relationship, are accused of pushing Agarwal off Lohagad Fort. The probe also addresses reports about Agarwal wearing a wig and details about the planned wedding expenses.

Rajasthan Man Shoots Wife At Wedding, Then Kills Himself

Rajasthan Man Shoots Wife At Wedding, Then Kills Himself

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A 31-year-old man allegedly shot his wife during a wedding function and then died by suicide in Rajasthan's Bharatpur district on Friday, police said.

Avoid destination weddings, prefer online classes: Modi continues austerity push

Avoid destination weddings, prefer online classes: Modi continues austerity push

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to citizens to adopt austerity measures, including avoiding destination weddings abroad and reducing edible oil consumption, to mitigate the impact of the West Asia crisis on India's economy.

Dowry Death Case: Delhi Woman's Frantic Calls Before Death

Dowry Death Case: Delhi Woman's Frantic Calls Before Death

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A 25-year-old woman's family alleges dowry harassment and foul play after she died from a fall in Delhi. Her final calls for help haunt them as police investigate.

Odisha Man Stabbed To Death Over Wedding Music Dispute

Odisha Man Stabbed To Death Over Wedding Music Dispute

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A man was allegedly stabbed to death during his brother's marriage procession in Odisha's Ganjam district after a dispute over the music being played.

Delhi Woman Shot During Wedding Celebration: Police Investigate

Delhi Woman Shot During Wedding Celebration: Police Investigate

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A woman was injured by a stray bullet during a celebratory firing at a wedding in Delhi's Dayalpur area. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the shooter.

Delhi Man Attacked With Grinder Over Unpaid Wedding Bill

Delhi Man Attacked With Grinder Over Unpaid Wedding Bill

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A confectioner in Delhi was attacked with an electric grinder over a financial dispute related to an unpaid wedding bill. Police have arrested one man and apprehended two minors in connection with the assault.

Wedding Party Brawl Turns Fatal: Tavern Worker Killed in Faridabad

Wedding Party Brawl Turns Fatal: Tavern Worker Killed in Faridabad

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A tavern employee in Faridabad was allegedly beaten to death by members of a wedding procession after he refused to serve them alcohol. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the suspects.

What Colour Will Rashmika Wear For Her Wedding?

What Colour Will Rashmika Wear For Her Wedding?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

As Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda confirmed their wedding rumours, calling it The Wedding of Virosh, fans are already manifesting mandap visions.

FIRST PICTURES: Rashmika Mandanna Weds Vijay Deverakonda

FIRST PICTURES: Rashmika Mandanna Weds Vijay Deverakonda

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

'Let's have the bestestest life ever together! I love you!'

Iran-Israel Conflict Halts Dubai Weddings

Iran-Israel Conflict Halts Dubai Weddings

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

With Gulf countries emerging as popular destinations for Indian weddings and pre-wedding shoots, the March-April season had seen a flurry of bookings.

Himanshu Patel: The Engineer Who Shot Arjun Tendulkar's Wedding

Himanshu Patel: The Engineer Who Shot Arjun Tendulkar's Wedding

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

'The best photographs usually happen in between the big moments -- a quiet smile, a nervous laugh, a parent watching from the corner of the room. Those are the moments you can't script,' says Himanshu Patel, celebrated wedding photographer and founder of Epic Stories.

At Vijay-Rashmika's Wedding Venue

At Vijay-Rashmika's Wedding Venue

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, fondly known as 'Virosh', are getting married at Mementos by ITC in Udaipur, Rajasthan.

Twist in Pune fort death: Fiancee, male friend held for realtor's fatal fall

Twist in Pune fort death: Fiancee, male friend held for realtor's fatal fall

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Pune have detained the fiancee and a male friend of trekker Ketan Vishal Agarwal, who was initially believed to have died in an accidental fall at Lohagad fort. The case is now being investigated as a murder, with allegations that the two suspects pushed Agarwal into a deep gorge.

Heer Sara Review: This Road Trip Needed More Danger!

Heer Sara Review: This Road Trip Needed More Danger!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Heer Sara needed a lot more fizz, humour, and maybe even some stranger danger, suggests Deepa Gahlot.

From Queen to Manikarnika: Revisiting Kangana Ranaut's Top 10 Performances

From Queen to Manikarnika: Revisiting Kangana Ranaut's Top 10 Performances

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Explore Kangana Ranaut's remarkable cinematic journey from her impactful debut in Gangster to her career-defining role in Queen.

Man Injects Woman With HIV-Infected Blood After Wedding Cancelled

Man Injects Woman With HIV-Infected Blood After Wedding Cancelled

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A 24-year-old man in Hyderabad allegedly injected a 22-year-old woman with HIV-infected blood after her parents called off their wedding due to his HIV-positive status. He has been arrested and charged with attempted murder.

17-year-old stabbed to death in Delhi during scuffle at wedding

17-year-old stabbed to death in Delhi during scuffle at wedding

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

A 17-year-old boy died and another was injured after a stabbing incident at a wedding in Delhi's Rani Bagh area, triggered by a dispute over food arrangements.

Jaisalmer Woman's Death Sparks Investigation Ahead of Wedding

Jaisalmer Woman's Death Sparks Investigation Ahead of Wedding

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A 25-year-old woman was found dead at her residence in Jaisalmer, India, less than a month before her scheduled wedding. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Want To Be A Mounjaro Bride: Is It Worth It?

Want To Be A Mounjaro Bride: Is It Worth It?

Rediff.com26 May 2026

'Don't chase unrealistic expectations or compare yourself to social media transformations.' 'Focus on your health first, not just the number on the scale before the wedding.'

A Double Dose Of Akshay Kumar

A Double Dose Of Akshay Kumar

Rediff.com3 days ago

Before Welcome to the Jungle, here's a look at the movies where Akshay Kumar tried to entertain us in double roles.

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda's Wedding Festivities Start

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda's Wedding Festivities Start

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's wedding is underway in Udaipur.

'Good night, take care of kids': Indian sailor's last message to wife

'Good night, take care of kids': Indian sailor's last message to wife

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

The family of Suresh, a 44-year-old marine engineer from Visakhapatnam, is grieving after he was among three Indian crew members killed in a US military strike on a commercial vessel off the Oman coast, shattering their dreams of a family reunion for their 15th wedding anniversary.

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda To Have 2 Wedding Ceremonies

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda To Have 2 Wedding Ceremonies

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are celebrating their wedding with dual ceremonies, honouring their Telugu and Kodava heritages.

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda Confirm 'The Wedding of VIROSH'

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda Confirm 'The Wedding of VIROSH'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are all set to marry on February 26 in Udaipur.

Mysuru Woman Found Hanging, Family Alleges Murder Amid Dowry Harassment

Mysuru Woman Found Hanging, Family Alleges Murder Amid Dowry Harassment

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A 30-year-old woman, Sandhya, was found dead by hanging at her home in Mysuru. Her parents and relatives allege she was murdered by her husband and in-laws due to ongoing marital disputes and dowry harassment, despite police initially reporting it as a suicide. An investigation is underway, and a post-mortem report is awaited to determine the cause of death.

The Last Trip With My Father

The Last Trip With My Father

Rediff.com16 hours ago

At Kolga Aabla, the closest beach to her grandmother's home, at the edge of a birch forest, we immersed her balance ashes. It was a sombre, precious day for both of us. But a day that also brought long-needed closure. My mother's spirit, chained for so many years in a Parkinson's-locked body, was free. But my father came back from the beach a visibly older man.

Mysuru Woman Found Hanging, Family Alleges Murder Amid Dowry Harassment

Mysuru Woman Found Hanging, Family Alleges Murder Amid Dowry Harassment

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

A 30-year-old woman, Sandhya, was found dead by hanging at her home in Mysuru. Her parents and relatives allege she was murdered by her husband and in-laws due to ongoing marital disputes and dowry harassment, despite police initially reporting it as a suicide. An investigation is underway, and a post-mortem report is awaited to determine the cause of death.

The Man Who Left Rashtrapati Bhavan To Live In A Hut

The Man Who Left Rashtrapati Bhavan To Live In A Hut

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

After living in India's most palatial residence for 12 years, India's first President Dr Rajendra Prasad returned to his simple hut on the banks of the Ganga. He never owned a house of his lifetime.

How Bollywood Celebrated Father's Day

How Bollywood Celebrated Father's Day

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bollywood celebrate Father's Day with memories, pictures and sweet messages on social media.

Is Cocktail 2 A Lesbian Love Story? Shahid, Kriti, Rashmika Tackle the Hot Rumour

Is Cocktail 2 A Lesbian Love Story? Shahid, Kriti, Rashmika Tackle the Hot Rumour

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna turn up the glamour, humour and chemistry at Cocktail 2's lively trailer launch, where the team addressed if their film is a 'queer' love triangle.

BJP eyeing 2/3rd majority to end reservations: Jairam Ramesh

BJP eyeing 2/3rd majority to end reservations: Jairam Ramesh

Rediff.com2 days ago

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh has alleged that the BJP's "real and ultimate target" in seeking a two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha is to amend the Constitution to end reservation, rather than genuinely implement women's reservation.