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All you need to know about Salman's blackbuck case

All you need to know about Salman's blackbuck case

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

How many such cases are there against Salman Khan? What is their status?

China's Siang power project will impact India, warns Arunachal CM

China's Siang power project will impact India, warns Arunachal CM

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday expressed concern over China's proposed mega hydropower project on the upstream of Siang River in Tibet, stating it will have a cascading effect on India and Bangladesh in the near future.

The curious case of the smoking elephant

The curious case of the smoking elephant

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

The mystery of the viral video has been solved.

Poaching case: Trouble for Salman Khan

Poaching case: Trouble for Salman Khan

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

Admitting Rajasthan government's request for an urgent hearing against actor Salman Khan's acquittal in the twin cases of Chinkara poaching, the Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to the Bollywood superstar.

ED allowed to share information about economic offenders with 15 more agencies

ED allowed to share information about economic offenders with 15 more agencies

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

The government has allowed the Enforcement Directorate to share information about economic offenders with 15 more agencies, including SFIO, CCI and NIA, a move that will expedite nailing of law-breakers. The finance ministry notified changes to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, on November 22. Through the notification, the Enforcement Directorate (ED), which deals primarily with cases of money laundering and violations of foreign exchange laws, would be able to share data with a total of 25 agencies, including the 10 specified earlier.

Assam's eviction drive in forest land hits over 12,000 people

Assam's eviction drive in forest land hits over 12,000 people

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

The Assam government on Tuesday began clearing nearly 1,900 hectares of forest and government land in Sonitpur district, affecting 12,000-odd people who were allegedly staying there illegally for decades, a senior official said.

10 Women Achievers You Must Watch On OTT

10 Women Achievers You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Kangana Ranaut plays an Air Force pilot in Tejas, joining an increasing list of films and shows centered around women playing significant roles in their careers.

ISI terror module: All 3 arrested accused have BTech degrees

ISI terror module: All 3 arrested accused have BTech degrees

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

According to the police, one of the accused had made IEDs and later tested them at several places in Delhi, Rajasthan and Haldwani in Uttarakhand.

Salman Khan jailed for 5 years in blackbuck poaching case

Salman Khan jailed for 5 years in blackbuck poaching case

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

His co-accused actors -- Saif Ali Khan, Sonali Bendre, Tabu and Neelam - were acquitted in the 20-year-old case.

BAFTAs: Cate Blanchett, Austin Butler Win

BAFTAs: Cate Blanchett, Austin Butler Win

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

The BAFTAs saw a swish set of Hollywood on the red carpet, as they came up to make their presence felt, and in some cases, collect their awards.

Poaching case against RJD MP Shahabuddin

Poaching case against RJD MP Shahabuddin

Rediff.com6 Feb 2008

The case was filed by the forest department following recovery of a live cheetal and cheetal and tiger skins along with some photographs depicting Shahabuddin posing with a rifle over a dead cheetal from his house at Pratappur in Siwan.

ED attaches chimpanzees, marmosets under PMLA in Bengal

ED attaches chimpanzees, marmosets under PMLA in Bengal

Rediff.com21 Sep 2019

The agency said the first-of-its-kind attachment under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act "enabled" the zoo authorities to retain the animals as the smuggler was making attempts to take them away.

The Elephant Who's A TV & SM Star

The Elephant Who's A TV & SM Star

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

As media phenomenon, Arikomban is in a different league. Efforts to capture the elephant were telecast live. Local three-wheeler drivers started a fans association for the pachyderm. A film has now been announced based on Arikomban's life.

'Chest measurement is outrageous'

'Chest measurement is outrageous'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

'It is a clear dent on a lady's dignity and right of privacy guaranteed under Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution of India.'

Verdict on Arms Act case against Salman today

Verdict on Arms Act case against Salman today

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

While the Rajasthan high court has acquitted him in two cases of poaching of chinkara, trial in the third case of alleged poaching of two blackbucks is on.

Blackbuck case: More charges against Salman

Blackbuck case: More charges against Salman

Rediff.com20 Feb 2006

The case will come up for hearing in the Judicial Magistrate's court today.

Salman, Saif set to stand trial in black buck killing case

Salman, Saif set to stand trial in black buck killing case

Rediff.com24 Jul 2012

Disposing of a state government plea against a sessions court order dropping some of the charges against the accused, the high court has held that Khan will be charged under Section 51 of Wildlife Act and Section 149 of IPC (Unlawful assembly), said Hastimal Saraswat, counsel for Salman Khan.

Atram get bail in chinkara case

Atram get bail in chinkara case

Rediff.com8 Sep 2008

A Sessions court in Pune granted bail on Monday, to former Maharashtra minister Dharmarao Baba Atram, charged with killing a Chinkara under the Wildlife Act.

Tribal eviction: 'SC order a setback for conservation in India'

Tribal eviction: 'SC order a setback for conservation in India'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

Calling the Supreme Court order 'unjust' to the tribals as well as against the interest of wildlife conservation in India scientists have demanded cancellation of SC order

Rajasthan moves SC against Salman's acquittal in poaching case

Rajasthan moves SC against Salman's acquittal in poaching case

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

The Rajasthan government has moved the Supreme Court challenging the high court verdict acquitting Bollywood actor Salman Khan in a case of Chinkara poaching in Jodhpur on the ground that the judgment suffered from "legal infirmities".

Bird flu outbreak reported in four states now

Bird flu outbreak reported in four states now

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Himachal Pradesh on Monday became the fourth state to report cases of bird flu after Rajasthan, Kerala and Madhya Pradesh, with officials confirming that migratory birds found dead at Pong Dam Lake in Kangra district have tested positive for the dreaded avian influenza.

The Woes Of Wayanad Continue

The Woes Of Wayanad Continue

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Away from the distraction of its new high-profile politics, Wayanad's worries seemed very down to earth, discovers Shyam G Menon.

Black buck case: Rajasthan government to appeal against Salman's acquittal in SC

Black buck case: Rajasthan government to appeal against Salman's acquittal in SC

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

The witness, driver of the vehicle in which the actor was travelling when the alleged incidents had taken place, surfaced after the high court verdict.

Nature Like Never Before

Nature Like Never Before

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Extraordinary award-winning photographs from more than 20,000 images from all over the world.

Cheetah deaths: Worst still to come, says S African expert

Cheetah deaths: Worst still to come, says S African expert

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Vincent van der Merwe cautioned that the reintroduction project is going to see even higher mortalities in the next few months when cheetahs try to establish territories and come face to face with leopards and tigers in the Kuno National Park.

Poaching: 3rd case against Salman opens

Poaching: 3rd case against Salman opens

Rediff.com19 Jun 2006

Saif Ali Khan, Neelam, Tabu and Sonali Bendre are also in the dock this time.

The bright and hilarious side of animal life

The bright and hilarious side of animal life

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

There's only one thing better than photos of animals, and that's funny photos of animals. The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards is back and they have announced its finalists. In addition to providing some light-hearted relief, the competition also aims to highlight the important message of wildlife conservation. From shopping responsibly by avoiding plastics and palm oil to restricting water use at home, this year's contest is aimed at making people think about the animals on the planet - as well as laughing at them. The winners will be announced on November 13.

Salman, 4 others, face verdict in black buck poaching case on Thursday

Salman, 4 others, face verdict in black buck poaching case on Thursday

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

All the five actors -- Salman Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Tabu Sonali Bendre and Neelam -- will be present in the court for the pronouncement of the verdict.

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Take a look at some of the jaw-dropping images.

Golfer Randhawa sent to 14-day judicial custody in poaching case

Golfer Randhawa sent to 14-day judicial custody in poaching case

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

Ace golfer Jyoti Randhawa was arrested on Wednesday on charges of poaching in the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve protected area in Uttar Pradesh.

Big relief for Salman Khan, acquitted in Arms Act case

Big relief for Salman Khan, acquitted in Arms Act case

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

A case against Khan was registered under the Arms Act earlier in October 1998 for alleged use and possession of arms with expired licence during alleged poaching of two black bucks in Kankani village of Rajasthan.

CBI probing all angles into Ishrat case: CBI director

CBI probing all angles into Ishrat case: CBI director

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

The Central Bureau of Investigation is probing "all angles" in the Ishrat Jahan case including the statements of some witnesses claiming knowledge of political conspiracy behind the fake encounter involving the Gujarat Police and the Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau.

Salman Khan acquitted by Rajasthan HC in poaching cases

Salman Khan acquitted by Rajasthan HC in poaching cases

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

The court held that the pellets recovered from the Chinkaras were not fired from Khan's licensed gun.

Every River Is Under Attack By The Sand Mafia

Every River Is Under Attack By The Sand Mafia

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

The demand for minerals, boulders and sand is so great that it has fueled a black market and the goons who control this trade do not hesitate to kill law enforcement officers and reporters who have tried to expose them.

Kerala elephant may have eaten cracker-filled fruit by accident: MoEF

Kerala elephant may have eaten cracker-filled fruit by accident: MoEF

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Primary investigation into the death of the pregnant elephant in Kerala has found that it may have accidentally consumed a cracker-stuffed fruit, the environment ministry said on Monday. The ministry also noted that many a time, locals resort to the illegal act of planting explosive-filled fruits to repel wild boars from entering plantation farms.

Verdict delayed in 16-year-old case against Salman in Jodhpur

Verdict delayed in 16-year-old case against Salman in Jodhpur

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

A local court in Jodhpur deferred the judgement in the Arms Act case against Bollywood actor Salman Khan related to the 1998 black buck poaching incident, saying four pending applications from the prosecution have come to light on which it will decide on March 3.

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104-year-old woman scores 89%!

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

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Lioness in Tamil Nadu zoo dies of coronavirus, 9 others infected

Lioness in Tamil Nadu zoo dies of coronavirus, 9 others infected

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

For the first time in Tamil Nadu, a lion has died of coronavirus while nine others in the pride have tested positive for the infection at a zoo near Chennai, an official said.

This monk offers shelter to snakes in monastery

This monk offers shelter to snakes in monastery

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

Make sure to visit this monastery-turned-snake sanctuary when you go to Myanmar.

'Tiger populations have boomed'

'Tiger populations have boomed'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

'Animal populations are increasing. Human populations are increasing. So there is no way the man-animal conflict going to go away.'