A 22-year-old man and his two minor nephews, aged 10 and 8, were found dead under suspicious circumstances in a field in Rajasthan's Dholpur district on Wednesday. Police are treating the case as a suspected murder, with the uncle found hanging and the children's bodies on the ground. An investigation is underway.
Idi Amin's grandson Aziz Abdul was disqualified and stripped of his silver medal at the African Boxing Championships after punching Egypt's Mohamed Hossen following the final bell.
A man has been arrested in Latur for the murder of a 55-year-old woman and the theft of gold jewellery worth Rs 65,000 from her home. The accused, Madhukar Bhimrao Chavan, allegedly assaulted Nirmala Sontakke on October 14 and stole her valuables. He was apprehended within 24 hours and has confessed to the crime.
A 19-year-old youth was arrested in Maharashtra's Beed district for allegedly creating panic at a medical college by roaming around with a sharp sickle. Police received information on Tuesday evening about a man with a sickle at Swami Ramanand Teerth Rural Government Medical College and Hospital in Ambajogai. The youth, Noman Jabbar Shaikh, was taken into custody, and the weapon was seized. A case has been registered under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act.
Daniel Sean James, 44, is charged with the murder of 24-year-old Indian national Kirandeep Kaur, who was fatally stabbed in her west London home in July. The trial is scheduled for April 2027. The incident sparked community concerns, with some groups suggesting it might be an anti-Sikh hate crime, especially following another recent conviction for a similar crime.
Indian recurve archer Dhiraj Bommadevara has won a historic gold medal at the Archery World Cup Final in Saltillo, Mexico.
A 27-year-old man was arrested by Kashigaon Police in Thane for allegedly calling the Delhi Police control room and threatening to destroy India's economy. The accused, Nikhil Sudarshan Sharma, who appeared mentally unstable, was apprehended after tracking his mobile number.
Delhi Police seized 167.94 kg of illegal firecrackers from a house in Sangam Vihar and arrested a 34-year-old man for storing them without a licence. The seizure was part of a drive against illegal firecracker storage ahead of Diwali.
India's top singles player Vaishnavi Adkar, Sahaja Yamalapalli, and Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy have been granted wild cards for the WTA Chennai Open. American Katherine Hui also received a wild card. Tamil Nadu Tennis Association president Vijay Amritraj expressed optimism about the Indian players' performance at the home event.
Delhi Police have arrested a 21-year-old man, Sujal alias Dhela, in connection with a case registered under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against the alleged Bhola Bhai gang. This arrest follows the earlier apprehension of the gang's leader, Mukesh alias Bhola, and another associate, Vipin. The gang is accused of serious offences including murder, robbery, and extortion, with the leader allegedly continuing to direct operations from jail.
Uttar Pradesh Transport Minister Dayashankar Singh has been issued a non-bailable warrant by a local court in Ballia in connection with a 23-year-old case. The case involves alleged obstruction of government work, abuse, and criminal intimidation. The next hearing is scheduled for October 25.
A man in Bengaluru has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 25-year-old wife, Ruksana, over suspicion of an illicit relationship and then dumping her body in a stormwater drain. The decomposed body was found on October 13, and the husband, Mohammed Irfaz, confessed to the crime after initial denials.
A man was stabbed to death in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu district by the husband of a woman with whom he was in a live-in relationship. The accused, Satish Jat, attacked Rajesh Kumawat alias Sonu alias Michael while he was sleeping. Satish was apprehended by family members and later taken into police custody.
A 37-year-old man in Kanpur was allegedly pinned to the roof of a car, driven for 1.5 km, and then fatally run over. The victim, Biru Singh Badauria, died on Wednesday. Police have arrested two of the three accused, Rajveer and Pintu, with investigations ongoing into the motive, which is believed to be an earlier dispute.
Indian powerlifter Kasthuri Rajamani secured a silver medal in the women's 67kg category at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya.
India spinner Saransh Jain delivered a career-best match haul of 13 wickets (7/14 and 6/49) to lead Madhya Pradesh to an innings and 174-run victory over Bihar in their Ranji Trophy Group A match. Madhya Pradesh declared their first innings at 407 for eight, with Saksham Purohit scoring 132 and captain Rajat Patidar adding 109. Bihar struggled in both innings, with Jain proving unplayable. In another match, Priyanshu Moliya scored an unbeaten 321 for Baroda.
A 50-year-old man died in Shahjahanpur after a clash between two families, allegedly stemming from a love affair. Five individuals, including two women, have been detained by police in connection with the incident.
13-year-old Ojaswani Saraswat has already created history by becoming the youngest Indian woman to make the cut at a Ladies European Tour (LET) event.
A couple was allegedly shot dead at their tea stall in Bhagalpur, Bihar, on Thursday morning. One person has been arrested, and police are investigating the motive. The incident has led to local protests, with concerns also raised about a missing child related to the victims' family.
An Additional District and Sessions Judge has been arraigned as an accused after his 17-year-old son allegedly drove a Mercedes-Benz and killed a scooterist in Kochi. The incident led to protests, a transfer of the probe to the District Crime Branch, and a debate in the Keralam Assembly, highlighting concerns over police handling and parental responsibility.
A 73-year-old man in Kota has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 70-year-old wife in July. He initially fabricated a story of an intruder attack, even self-inflicting minor wounds, but forensic evidence and police investigation, including call detail records and neighbour testimonies, exposed his deception and led to his arrest.
A female sub-inspector with the Delhi Police has been booked after allegedly slapping a 78-year-old shopkeeper for objecting to her parking in front of his shop in Rohini Sector 7. The incident escalated after an argument over parking space, leading to police intervention and an ongoing investigation.
Ankush Panghal secured a gold medal in boxing at the Asian Games, contributing to India's best-ever gold medal performance in boxing at the event, alongside Lovlina Borgohain and Parveen Hooda. This achievement follows a strong showing at the recent Commonwealth Games.
The Women's Premier League (WPL) mini-auction in Kochi on Wednesday will see 146 players, including capped Indian and international cricketers, go under the hammer. Teams like UP Warriorz, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, and Mumbai Indians will bid for 27 available spots, with a focus on Indian talent and strategic backups for the WPL 2027 season.
A criminal case has been registered against five individuals in Mumbra, Thane, for allegedly murdering a 54-year-old man. The victim was reportedly attacked with sticks, pipes, and belts on Tuesday evening following a dispute over a mobile phone. Police have filed charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, but no arrests have been made yet as investigations continue.
A 17-year-old Class 12 student was found burnt to death on her school premises in east Delhi's Krishna Nagar. Police are investigating a suspected breakup as a possible reason, after recovering a three-page purported suicide note from her bag. The family, however, alleges a conspiracy.
Police are investigating the death of a 17-year-old Class 12 student found burnt on her school premises in east Delhi's Krishna Nagar on Saturday. A three-page purported suicide note was recovered, and a suspected breakup is being probed as a possible reason. The family, however, alleges a conspiracy, and all angles, including foul play, are under examination.
The wife and three children of an Indian Navy employee in Faridabad allegedly attempted suicide by ingesting rat poison on Sunday, citing physical abuse and character questioning by the husband/father. They were rushed to a hospital in Delhi for treatment, and police are awaiting a formal complaint to take action.
A 17-year-old class 12 student was allegedly stabbed to death outside a government school in southwest Delhi's Mohan Garden area. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday evening, stemmed from a dispute over school uniform shoes. Five individuals, including three juveniles, have been apprehended, and a murder case has been registered.
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Bangladesh's Siddikur Rahman shot a three-under 69 to lead the first round of the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. Four Indian golfers are tied for second place. The tournament will see the top 48 players earn full cards for the 2026-27 PGTI season after four rounds.
India's medal tally at the Asian Para Games reached 88, with armless archer Sheetal Devi securing two gold medals. The para-athletics contingent was the largest contributor, while medals also came from swimming, badminton, and table tennis, showcasing a strong performance across multiple disciplines.
A 22-year-old social media influencer and gym trainer, Arif Ayub Shaikh, has been arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, on charges of rape, physical abuse, and attempting to force a woman to convert her religion under the guise of marriage. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has labelled the case as "love jihad," alleging a larger network exploiting young Hindu girls in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Police recovered over 100 explicit video clips from Shaikh's phone, with some potentially distributed abroad.
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A 17-year-old Class 12 student was allegedly stabbed to death outside a government school in southwest Delhi's Mohan Garden area. The incident, which occurred on October 14, stemmed from an altercation over school shoes. Police have apprehended five individuals, including three minors, in connection with the murder.
Nine people have been killed in fresh clashes between two communities in Manipur's hill districts of Kamjong, Ukhrul, and Kangpokpi. Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh has appealed for peace and restraint, and additional security forces have been deployed. The violence began on Friday night with the killing of a woman, leading to further attacks and exchanges of fire. This comes after earlier ethnic violence in the state that killed over 300 people.
Delhi Police have arrested four juveniles in connection with the murder of a 17-year-old boy in northeast Delhi. The suspects confessed to the crime, citing an old enmity with the victim.
Indian Paralympian Karamjyoti Dalal won a bronze medal in the women's discus F55 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Wednesday, achieving a personal best throw of 21.60 metres. This marks a significant achievement for the athlete who transitioned to para sports after an accident in 2008.
A six-year-old boy, Aditya Kumar, ended his protest in Patna against alleged police excesses on his parents after Independent MP Pappu Yadav assured him of taking the matter to court. The boy had gained attention for his participation in BPSC exam aspirants' protests.
A 30-year-old man, Manish Yadav, was injured after being shot multiple times in northeast Delhi's Sonia Vihar area on Tuesday. Police are investigating the incident, scanning CCTV footage, and working to ascertain the motive and identify the assailants.
