At least 18 people were charred to death, and six others sustained grievous injuries following a massive explosion at a private firecracker manufacturing unit near Virudhunagar, the police said on Sunday.
Gujarat Titans assistant coach Parthiv Patel addresses concerns about the team's middle order, expressing confidence in their ability to perform in crucial situations. He also praises young pacer Ashok Sharma and acknowledges the threat posed by Mumbai Indians despite their recent losses.
After completing a power-packed schedule of four back-to-back rallies in Purulia, Jhargram, Medinipur and Bishnupur, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was seen unwinding in a light-hearted moment as he relished West Bengal's popular street snack "Jhalmuri" near a small local shop.
Eight of India's top-10 most valued firms saw their combined market valuation increase by Rs 1,87,497.45 crore last week, with Bharti Airtel emerging as the largest gainer, reflecting a positive trend in the equities market.
A political row has erupted in Goa after a right-wing speaker allegedly made objectionable remarks against St. Francis Xavier, Goa's patron saint, leading to a police complaint and demands for his arrest.
Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan says he has no plans to retire from T20 cricket despite recent struggles, vowing to regain his form and compete for a place in the national side.
A 21-year-old newly married woman was found dead under suspicious circumstances at her residence in Madhopur Bujurg village in Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the case and awaiting the post-mortem report.
Varun Chakravarthy defends his recent form, attributing his struggles to unhelpful pitches rather than any flaws in his bowling, after a match-winning performance for Kolkata Knight Riders.
US Vice President JD Vance is set to arrive in Islamabad on Monday evening to lead a high-level American delegation in a second round of ceasefire negotiations with Iran, CNN reported, citing White House on Sunday.
A man in Kanpur, India, has been arrested for allegedly drugging and murdering his twin daughters. Police are investigating the motive, considering factors such as psychological distress, depression, and financial strain.
Union Health Minister J P Nadda launched a scathing attack on the TMC in West Bengal, accusing it of appeasement politics, shielding infiltrators, and presiding over a corrupt and lawless regime.
Real Kashmir FC defeated Sreenidi Deccan FC 2-0 in their IFL match, boosting their hopes of avoiding relegation. Ahteeb Ahmad Dar and Oinam Sanatomba Singh scored the goals for Real Kashmir.
A 63-year-old retired Reserve Bank of India (RBI) employee was allegedly stabbed to death inside his residence in Delhi's Mandir Marg area. Police have launched an investigation and are exploring all possible motives.
Delhi Police are searching for six suspects involved in a Rs 25 lakh hostage-cum-robbery in Golf Links. The suspects, aided by a domestic worker, are believed to have fled the city in a light grey SUV after detailed planning and recce.
BJP president Nitin Nabin has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and opposition parties like the Congress for the setback in implementing women's reservation in legislatures.
Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly's explosive batting performance propelled Punjab Kings to a a huge total against Lucknow Super Kings.
The principal of a private school in Gurugram has been arrested for allegedly defrauding students by falsely claiming CBSE accreditation up to Class 10. This follows the earlier arrest of the school's chairman in the same case.
The principal of a private school in Gurugram has been arrested for allegedly defrauding students by falsely claiming CBSE accreditation up to Class 10. This follows the earlier arrest of the school's chairman in the same case.
Many places across northern states including Delhi recorded above-normal temperatures crossing 40 degrees Celsius, while the India Meteorological Department warned of heatwave conditions in parts of Uttar Pradesh in the coming days. Jammu and Kashmir saw a dip in temperatures with fresh snowfall in the higher reaches and rainfall in the plains.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered that Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh, currently detained in Dibrugarh jail, Assam, will appear virtually before a trial court in Amritsar for the 2023 Ajnala police station attack case.
Elena Rybakina defeated Karolina Muchova to win the Stuttgart Open, securing her second title of the season and driving away with a Porsche car.
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra has established a five-member committee to investigate recent student suicide cases on campus. This action follows a series of tragic incidents, including the alleged suicide of a 19-year-old B.Tech student, which sparked protests and raised concerns about student welfare and mental health support within the institution.
Laura Wolvaardt and Sune Luus shone as South Africa defeated India by eight wickets in the second women's T20I, taking a 2-0 lead in the five-match series.
A 22-year-old man has been arrested in Bihar's Nalanda district for allegedly causing a serious eye injury to a 13-year-old boy following a minor dispute.
Rinku Singh's unbeaten 53 helped Kolkata Knight Riders secure their first win of the season against Rajasthan Royals in a tense IPL clash.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday slammed the Congress and DMK over the defeat of the amendment bill regarding the Women's Reservation Act in Parliament but said the government was determined to implement it and that "no power in the world can stop us," from doing so.
A 26-year-old woman was found dead in a hotel room in Mau, Uttar Pradesh. Police suspect suicide. The woman, identified as Bhawna Sharma, was staying at the hotel with a male friend and her son. Investigations are underway.
A timely unbeaten 53 from vice-captain Rinku Singh and a fine spell from Varun Chakravarthy powered former champions Kolkata Knight Riders to their first win of IPL 2026.
Police in Odisha have arrested 10 people for allegedly attempting to run over a tehsildar with a tractor during a raid on illegal soil mining operations in the Jajpur district.
Pakistan has increased security measures in Islamabad and surrounding areas as the US and Iran prepare for another round of peace talks. The move follows an announcement by former US President Donald Trump that American negotiators would be in Pakistan for discussions aimed at resolving the conflict between the two nations.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of being 'anti-women' and obstructing the passage of the women's reservation bill in Lok Sabha. He criticised the TMC's opposition to the bill and defended the BJP's commitment to increasing women's representation in politics.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has defended its decision to ban Blessing Muzarabani from the Pakistan Super League for two years, despite admitting that no formal contract was ever sent to the Zimbabwean pacer.
Ahead of the expiry on Tuesday of the two-week ceasefire declared by US President Donald Trump in the conflict with Iran, US media outlets reported on Sunday that negotiators Steve Witkoff, special envoy for peace missions and Jared Kushner will head to Islamabad for talks with Iran.
A 22-year-old man has been arrested in Ganjam district, Odisha, for allegedly murdering his 19-year-old cousin brother. Police suspect a family dispute as the motive, and are searching for two other individuals believed to be involved in the crime.
A man in Kanpur, India, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 11-year-old twin daughters after giving them food laced with sleeping pills. Police are investigating the motive behind the crime, with initial findings suggesting the father was mentally disturbed.
Punjab's Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has announced that the newly enacted anti-sacrilege law in Punjab leaves no loopholes for offenders to escape justice. The law proposes stricter punishment, including life imprisonment and a fine of up to Rs 25 lakh, for any act of sacrilege against the Guru Granth Sahib.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Mamata Banerjee government of favouring infiltrators over the native population, asserting that the upcoming assembly election in West Bengal is a battle to save the state's identity.
A bouncer has been arrested in connection with the drug overdose deaths at a Mumbai concert, accused of allowing drug peddlers into the venue without tickets.
Hyderabad Police have dismantled a pan-India cyber fraud network, arresting 52 individuals across nine states in 'Operation Octopus 2.0'. The operation targeted bank officials, mule account holders, and middlemen involved in facilitating cyber frauds.
A 19-year-old newly married woman was found dead with strangulation marks at her home in Delhi. Her husband is missing and suspected of the crime.
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