A food delivery agent was fatally shot in Delhi following a late-night argument, with his friend also injured. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused, who is allegedly a Delhi Police head constable.
Odisha Police have arrested a former banking correspondent for allegedly misappropriating around Rs 27 lakh of depositors' money in Jajpur district.
A group of 22 people dressed as monks has been arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka for allegedly carrying Kush and Hashish narcotics upon arrival from Thailand.
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.
Raghu Rai, one of India's most celebrated photographers, passed away at a private hospital in New Delhi at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife, son, and three daughters.
Gujarat Titans' bowlers exploited a lively pitch to restrict Chennai Super Kings, who struggled to adapt and ultimately posted a below-par total despite Ruturaj Gaikwad's half-century.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the TMC of sheltering goons who torture women and promised citizenship to refugees in West Bengal. He highlighted the BJP's commitment to women's security by giving poll tickets to victims of violence.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru mentor Dinesh Karthik says the ever-escalating scoring trends in the Indian Premier League have forced teams to constantly reinvent.
A one-year-old boy was kidnapped in Uttar Pradesh after his mother was hit by a car. Police swiftly rescued the child and detained two suspects.
Police in Kedarnath have arrested two men believed to be part of an organised gang that steals from pilgrims. Purses, ATM cards, and other belongings were recovered from the suspects, who are residents of Ludhiana, Punjab.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a prime accused in the West Bengal bomb explosion case, which resulted in one fatality and three serious injuries last month. The accused, Ahidul Islam Molla, was apprehended following investigations into his role in the explosion.
Sanju Samson becomes the 10th batter to reach 5,000 IPL runs, achieving the milestone in quick time against Gujarat Titans.
Sporadic incidents of violence were reported in Howrah and Haroa areas of West Bengal in the run-up to the second phase of polling. Clashes broke out between Trinamool Congress and BJP supporters in Howrah, while a police sub-inspector was injured in Haroa during a clash between TMC and ISF supporters.
Narendra Modi hits out at Trinamool Congress over chaos during Lionel Messi's Kolkata visit, promises boost to Bengal sports ecosystem.
The Election Commission has announced a stringent security plan for the second phase of the West Bengal assembly polls, ensuring voters can exercise their franchise without fear. Security personnel will be deployed constituency-wise, and area domination exercises will be stepped up in sensitive neighbourhoods. CCTV cameras will be installed at every polling station, and central forces will remain deployed at booths.
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) announced the seizure of approximately 60 kg of ganja from various railway stations and the arrest of three individuals during operations aimed at curbing drug trafficking.
A woman in Faridabad allegedly killed her 18-month-old daughter by throwing her into a drain, claiming poverty drove her to the act.
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal has accused the BJP of conspiring to delete 2.7 million voters from West Bengal's electoral rolls, urging support for the Trinamool Congress to protect citizenship rights.
A joint team of the Anti-Narcotics Task Force and police arrested an alleged drug smuggler along the Indo-Nepal border and seized 6.77 kg of charas, valued at around Rs 1.50 crore.
A passenger has been booked for allegedly using his phone to photograph female cabin crew on a flight from Coimbatore to Udaipur.
A builder in Dehradun has been booked under the Goonda Act and may be expelled from the district after allegedly assaulting a DRDO scientist who protested illegal construction.
The Congress party has alleged that the death of a party worker in Asansol, West Bengal, was a political murder, while police say it was the result of an altercation over car parking.
Indian golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar finished the International Series Singapore at Tied-26th after a disappointing final round. Korea's Jeongwoo Ham secured a wire-to-wire victory, earning a spot in the Open Championship.
World leaders have expressed their relief and condemnation following a shooting incident near the White House Correspondents' Dinner, emphasising that political violence has no place in a democracy. Leaders including Narendra Modi, Mark Carney, and others have voiced their support and concern for President Trump and all attendees.
Sabastian Sawe wins the London Marathon in record time, while Tigst Assefa sets a new women's mark and Marcel Hug extends dominance.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah promised to end 'goonda raj' and 'syndicate raj' in West Bengal if the BJP wins the state elections. He also pledged to identify and take action against infiltrators and stop cattle smuggling.
Delhi Police have arrested two individuals and dismantled a significant interstate drug trafficking operation, confiscating approximately five kg of high-quality cocaine worth over Rs 5 crore.
Lungi Ngidi says "all good" after head injury scare during Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 clash; pacer discharged from hospital.
A humanoid robot performing at a university dance event in China startled the crowd when it unexpectedly hugged a female student, prompting a debate about AI safety and autonomous behaviour.
The Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC) has denied an RTI request for data on oil imports from Russia, citing its 'commercial and confidential' nature and exemptions under the RTI Act. The Central Information Commission supported this decision, referencing strategic and economic interests.
Indian golfer Diksha Dagar experienced a challenging day at the Investec SA Women's Open, slipping down the leaderboard due to unfavourable weather conditions. Other Indian players, Pranavi Urs and Avani Prashanth, managed to improve their positions slightly, while several others missed the cut. Pia Babnik and Esme Hamilton are tied for the lead.
Param Foundation inaugurates 'ParSEC Whitefield', a 30,000 sq ft experiential science and innovation centre in Bengaluru, designed to engage visitors through interactive exhibits, innovation workshops and public programmes.
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has launched a sharp attack on the Uttar Pradesh government over the recovery of a teenage girl's body in Ghazipur, alleging attempts to change statements and calling the incident a repeat of the Hathras case.
A Swiss International Air Lines flight bound for Zurich aborted its takeoff at Delhi airport due to an engine issue, prompting an emergency evacuation of 232 passengers.
World leaders have expressed relief and condemnation following a shooting incident outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where US President Donald Trump and other top officials were present. Leaders from various countries reiterated that political violence has no place in a democracy.
A builder in Dehradun has been booked under the Goonda Act and may be expelled from the district after allegedly assaulting a DRDO scientist who protested against illegal construction.
Delhi Police have busted an illegal arms supply network operating between Delhi and western Uttar Pradesh, arresting three people, including a key supplier from Meerut.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya released the Srinagar Khel Sankalp document, outlining a national vision to strengthen sports culture through cooperative federalism, focusing on athlete-centric development and infrastructure expansion.
Air India is significantly embracing artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency, improve customer services, increase revenues, and reduce costs as part of its ambitious transformation plan under the Tata Group.
Delhi Police arrested three men involved in an illegal network supplying banned pharmaceutical drugs across Delhi and the NCR. The accused, working as medical representatives, were caught with substantial quantities of psychotropic substances and controlled medicines.
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