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Tathastu Realty to Build 3,354 Affordable Homes in Rewari

Tathastu Realty to Build 3,354 Affordable Homes in Rewari

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Tathastu Realty is investing 500 crore to develop an affordable housing project in Rewari, Haryana, featuring 3,354 flats priced around 30 lakh each.

Nikkhil Advani On Freedom At Midnight: 'Jinnah Thought He Would Rule Pakistan From Malabar Hill'

Nikkhil Advani On Freedom At Midnight: 'Jinnah Thought He Would Rule Pakistan From Malabar Hill'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Nikkhil Advani, a master of long-form storytelling, reflects on Freedom At Midnight and what it was to make a two-part series on the most difficult period of India's history in these polarised times.

Man kills younger brother over 'inappropriate gaze' at wife

Man kills younger brother over 'inappropriate gaze' at wife

Rediff.com2 days ago

In a shocking incident in Mathura, a man allegedly murdered his brother following his wife's accusations of inappropriate behaviour, sparking a police investigation and raising concerns about domestic disputes.

Street vendor murdered in Mumbai; CCTV footage surfaces

Street vendor murdered in Mumbai; CCTV footage surfaces

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

A 28-year-old street vendor was stabbed to death in Mumbai's Mankhurd area, with CCTV footage of the incident circulating online. Police are investigating the murder.

Murder Accused Arrested in Jharkhand While Planning Tamil Nadu Escape

Murder Accused Arrested in Jharkhand While Planning Tamil Nadu Escape

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Jharkhand Police arrested a murder suspect, Laxman Hessa, in West Singhbhum district as he allegedly planned to flee to Tamil Nadu. The arrest follows an investigation into the death of Sridhar Bari, who was killed after an altercation at Hessa's home.

Rupee breaches 93/dollar for the first time, down 19 paise

Rupee breaches 93/dollar for the first time, down 19 paise

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian rupee weakened to a record intra-day low against the US dollar due to a strengthening greenback, continuous foreign capital outflows, and elevated global crude oil prices amidst the West Asia conflict.

'In Love With A Divorcee. My Parents Are Against Him'

'In Love With A Divorcee. My Parents Are Against Him'

Rediff.com3 days ago

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, mind coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, suggests how you discuss your feelings with your parents without offending them.

Stock markets extend winning run to 3rd day; Sensex, Nifty climb nearly 1%

Stock markets extend winning run to 3rd day; Sensex, Nifty climb nearly 1%

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian stock market indices Sensex and Nifty closed nearly 1 per cent higher, marking their third consecutive day of gains, supported by a slight decrease in crude oil prices and positive global market trends.

'Wife and I Don't Have Sex. Daughter Sleeps With Us'

'Wife and I Don't Have Sex. Daughter Sleeps With Us'

Rediff.com2 days ago

rediffGURU Ravi Mittal counsels a young couple how to communicate physical and emotional needs in a relationship.

Chhattisgarh Official Arrested in Road Project Compensation Scam

Chhattisgarh Official Arrested in Road Project Compensation Scam

Rediff.com3 days ago

A suspended revenue department official has been arrested in Chhattisgarh in connection with an alleged compensation scam related to the Bharatmala road project, which caused a loss of Rs 32 crore to the exchequer.

Sapna Bhavnani: 'Virat Was Everything Mahi Was Not But...'

Sapna Bhavnani: 'Virat Was Everything Mahi Was Not But...'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

From styling icons like M S Dhoni and Virat Kohli to launching India's first horror film festival, Sapna Bhavnani's journey stretches far beyond cricket and Bollywood -- into fearless self-expression, bold filmmaking and unapologetic reinvention.

Gurugram Woman's Death Sparks Poisoning Allegations Against Husband

Gurugram Woman's Death Sparks Poisoning Allegations Against Husband

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 23-year-old woman in Gurugram died under suspicious circumstances, with her family accusing her husband of injecting her with a toxin. Police have registered a dowry murder case and are investigating the matter.

Ranchi Police Nab Four in Connection with Restaurant Employee's Murder

Ranchi Police Nab Four in Connection with Restaurant Employee's Murder

Rediff.com3 days ago

Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of a restaurant employee in Ranchi, Jharkhand, linked to an extortion attempt. The arrests followed a gunfight with police, and the investigation has uncovered a network of bank accounts used for illicit transactions.

Man Axes Wife and Children in Pakistan Honour Killing

Man Axes Wife and Children in Pakistan Honour Killing

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man in Pakistan's Punjab province murdered his wife and five children with an axe, claiming it was an 'honour killing' due to suspicions of infidelity.

Delhi Police Bust Gang Staging Firing to Extort Money

Delhi Police Bust Gang Staging Firing to Extort Money

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for staging a firing incident in Paschim Vihar, Delhi, to extort financiers and evade loan repayment by falsely portraying themselves as victims of foreign-based gangsters.

Remittances from West Asia see 20-30% jump in March due to conflict

Remittances from West Asia see 20-30% jump in March due to conflict

Rediff.com1 days ago

Remittances from West Asia in March rose sharply amid the conflict in the region, with industry insiders estimating inflows to be 20-30 per cent higher than what is usual in a month.

Debt-ridden man kills grandfather over monetary dispute

Debt-ridden man kills grandfather over monetary dispute

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A young man in Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly murdered his grandfather with a sharp weapon following a monetary dispute and a previous attempt to poison him, police said.

India mcap slips below $5 trn for first time in 10 months

India mcap slips below $5 trn for first time in 10 months

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

India has lost its $5 trillion market capitalisation (mcap) tag following Monday's sharp selloff in equities and a simultaneous slide in the rupee.

Manali: Woman Held in Connection with Partner's Death

Manali: Woman Held in Connection with Partner's Death

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

A woman has been arrested in Manali, India, following the death of her live-in partner, a government employee, in their rented accommodation. The deceased was found with injury marks, leading to a murder investigation.

India Cracks Down on Illegal Online Gambling, Blocking 300 Websites and Apps

India Cracks Down on Illegal Online Gambling, Blocking 300 Websites and Apps

Rediff.com19 hours ago

The Indian government has blocked 300 websites and applications involved in illegal gambling and betting activities, including online sports betting platforms, online casinos, and satta/matka networks, as part of its efforts to create a safe and responsible online gaming ecosystem.

Aurionpro to Build AI-Ready Green Data Centre in Southern India

Aurionpro to Build AI-Ready Green Data Centre in Southern India

Rediff.com7 days ago

Aurionpro Solutions has secured a multi-year contract worth approximately Rs 350 crore to develop a large, AI-ready green data centre in southern India for a hyperscale operator.

Kochi Cyber Police Recovers Majority of Funds Stolen in Digital Arrest Scam

Kochi Cyber Police Recovers Majority of Funds Stolen in Digital Arrest Scam

Rediff.com6 days ago

Kochi city cyber police have recovered over 1 crore stolen from an 81-year-old man through a 'digital arrest' online fraud. The incident occurred in November when the man was defrauded of around 1.30 crore. Police intervention led to the recovery of 1.06 crore from a bank in Jammu and Kashmir.

How Kochi Police Recovered 1 Crore in Online Fraud Case

How Kochi Police Recovered 1 Crore in Online Fraud Case

Rediff.com6 days ago

Kochi cyber police recovered over 1 crore stolen from an 81-year-old man through a 'digital arrest' online fraud. The police froze the funds in a bank account in Srinagar and returned the money to the victim.

Maharashtra Teacher Arrested for Molesting Primary School Girls

Maharashtra Teacher Arrested for Molesting Primary School Girls

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

A teacher in a Zilla Parishad school in Maharashtra has been arrested for allegedly molesting girl students over several months. The incidents came to light after a student confided in a school cook.

Bengaluru School Faces Inquiry Over Alleged Punishment of Student

Bengaluru School Faces Inquiry Over Alleged Punishment of Student

Rediff.com6 days ago

A private school in Bengaluru is under investigation after a class one student was allegedly forced to stand in the sun for two hours as punishment for being late. Police have registered a case under the Juvenile Justice Act.

Man Awarded 47 Lakh After 'Life-Altering' Motorcycle Accident

Man Awarded 47 Lakh After 'Life-Altering' Motorcycle Accident

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded 47.28 lakh in compensation to a man who sustained severe injuries and physical disability after being struck by a speeding motorcycle in 2017.

Thane Man Loses 62,000 in Share Market Fraud

Thane Man Loses 62,000 in Share Market Fraud

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A 36-year-old man from Thane, Maharashtra, was allegedly defrauded of Rs 62 lakh (62,000) by an acquaintance who enticed him to invest in the stock market with promises of high returns.

Education Now Travels On Wheels

Education Now Travels On Wheels

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Run by the government, these mobile schools ensure that the children of the Agariya salt workers -- who migrate for months through the Little Rann of Kutch to harvest salt under extreme conditions -- don't miss out on their education.

Five Arrested in Gadag for Student Bank Account Fraud

Five Arrested in Gadag for Student Bank Account Fraud

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Gadag, Karnataka, have arrested five men for allegedly luring students with false promises of scholarships to open bank accounts for illegal transactions.

Life Sentence for Teacher in Dr Vandana Das Murder Case; Prosecution to Appeal for Death Penalty

Life Sentence for Teacher in Dr Vandana Das Murder Case; Prosecution to Appeal for Death Penalty

Rediff.com1 hour ago

A teacher convicted of murdering Dr Vandana Das in a Kerala hospital has been sentenced to life imprisonment. The prosecution plans to appeal for the death penalty.

Man Arrested in Rajasthan Luxury Car and Crypto Investment Fraud

Man Arrested in Rajasthan Luxury Car and Crypto Investment Fraud

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Rajasthan Police have arrested a man allegedly involved in a large-scale fraud that collected crores in funds from people under the pretext of luxury car sales, cryptocurrency, and social media-based investment schemes.

Why India is Poised to Lead in AI Enablement

Why India is Poised to Lead in AI Enablement

Rediff.com2 days ago

Cognizant's Chief AI Officer, Babak Hodjat, discusses India's unique position in AI enablement due to its strong technology foundation and skilled workforce, emphasising the continued importance of developers in the age of AI-generated code.

I-T Department Asks Brokers To Remit Excess STT

I-T Department Asks Brokers To Remit Excess STT

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The tax is collected by brokers on behalf of the government and forms a key component of the Centre's tax revenues.

International Cyber Fraud Racket Busted in J&K: Seven Arrested

International Cyber Fraud Racket Busted in J&K: Seven Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Jammu and Kashmir Police's Counter Intelligence Wing (CIK) has dismantled a sophisticated international cyber fraud racket, arresting seven individuals in Srinagar. The operation targeted victims in the USA, UK, and Canada, using advanced techniques to steal funds through deceptive online schemes.

West Asia Conflict and US Fed Decision to Steer Equity Market This Week

West Asia Conflict and US Fed Decision to Steer Equity Market This Week

Rediff.com5 days ago

Analysts predict that the ongoing conflict in West Asia, crude oil price fluctuations, and the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision will significantly influence the Indian equity market this week.

Delhi Woman Arrested for Duping Resident with Fake Loan Offer

Delhi Woman Arrested for Duping Resident with Fake Loan Offer

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 40-year-old woman has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly defrauding a resident of Rs 20,000 under the guise of arranging a loan through social media. The accused, Satvinder Kaur, was apprehended after a technical investigation revealed her involvement in the scam.

Nirav Modi's Extradition Appeal Hearing Concludes in London

Nirav Modi's Extradition Appeal Hearing Concludes in London

Rediff.com3 days ago

The UK High Court has concluded the hearing for Nirav Modi's application to reopen his extradition appeal, focusing on claims of potential torture during interrogations in India. The court has reserved its judgement.

Iran war: Fiscal pressures on govt may mount next FY, say experts

Iran war: Fiscal pressures on govt may mount next FY, say experts

Rediff.com1 days ago

Revenue collection next financial year may be affected, and, along with this, subsidies on food and fertilisers can go up if the war in West Asia drags for long, according to experts.

Interpol Warns of Soaring Financial Fraud Fueled by AI

Interpol Warns of Soaring Financial Fraud Fueled by AI

Rediff.com4 days ago

Interpol's latest report reveals a significant surge in global financial fraud, driven by the increasing use of artificial intelligence by scamsters, resulting in losses of over USD 442 billion in 2025.

Swadeshi Jagran Manch Urges End to Moratorium on Digital Product Tariffs

Swadeshi Jagran Manch Urges End to Moratorium on Digital Product Tariffs

Rediff.com21 hours ago

The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) is advocating for the termination of the moratorium on customs duties for electronically transmitted digital products, arguing that it hinders self-reliance, causes revenue losses, and restricts India's ability to tax emerging technologies like AI.