A 36-year-old lawyer, Anuj Kumar Chaturvedi, was allegedly shot dead by Congress district general secretary Amol Dixit in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, on Diwali night. The incident stemmed from a dispute over political rivalry, with Dixit reportedly slapping Chaturvedi's cousin, leading to a confrontation. Dixit is currently absconding, and police have registered a case and formed multiple teams for his arrest.
The Tennis Premier League (TPL) is launching a grassroots initiative to support 36 promising junior players with scholarships worth Rs 75,000 each. This programme also offers two under-14 champions a chance to attend the 2027 Australian Open. The initiative includes regional "Race to Gold Masters" events in November and is supported by Kia India.
A 25-year-old man was stabbed to death and his mother seriously injured in Bhopal following a dispute over bursting firecrackers on Diwali night. Police have registered a murder case and detained suspects, while the family alleges delayed police response and staged a protest.
Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh announced that the case concerning the killing of two Kuki youths in Senapati district has been transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Singh met with the victims' families, offering condolences and assuring them of government support and eventual arrests. The families requested dialogue with CSOs for the last rites. The youths went missing on October 28 and their bodies were found on November 1.
Maharashtra Cyber has dismantled an inter-state racket involved in generating fraudulent Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) certificates, leading to five arrests. The operation uncovered a scheme where individuals obtained forged certificates to register with the Maharashtra Medical Council without passing the mandatory screening test.
Telangana's EAGLE Force has arrested a 30-year-old Bangladeshi woman and her live-in partner in Hyderabad, seizing synthetic drugs. The woman, who entered India on a tourist visa in December 2021, allegedly became involved in prostitution and drug peddling after facing financial hardship. She used false identities and established a drug supply network, eventually involving her partner.
A 19-year-old girl in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly died by suicide after being harassed and assaulted by her drunk uncle. Her family had previously filed a complaint against the uncle for frequent inappropriate behaviour and violence.
A Nepali woman and her Indian accomplice have been arrested in Nepal's Morang district for allegedly killing her husband with an iron rod. The victim, Budha Ram Soren, was killed on Sunday by his wife, Kamala Baske, and Sunil Mishra, a resident of Bihar.
Trinamool Congress MLA Paresh Ram Das was arrested from Kolkata airport on Monday in connection with multiple cases including rape, extortion, and post-poll violence. He had been absconding and was apprehended by Baruipur Police while attempting to board a flight to Mumbai. He will be produced in court on Tuesday.
Two brothers in Odisha's Ganjam district have been arrested for allegedly murdering an 80-year-old man whom they suspected of practising witchcraft against their family. The incident occurred on November 4 in Badangi village.
Three individuals have been arrested in Palghar's Dahanu taluka for the alleged murder of a 24-year-old man, Nitin Chandu Pagi. The victim was found dead on November 1 with severe injuries, and police believe an old quarrel from one year back led to the crime.
Wicketkeeper Bhavika Ahire and pacer Anaadi Tagde have been named captains for the India U-19 'A' and 'B' squads, respectively, for the upcoming women's T20 Tri-Series in Bengaluru. The tournament, also featuring Nepal, will serve as crucial preparation for the ICC U-19 Women's T20 World Cup early next year.
The Enforcement Directorate has attached 11 properties worth Rs 10.63 crore in Srinagar and Bandipora, Jammu and Kashmir, in connection with a money laundering case. The case involves alleged irregularities and misuse of funds under the Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP), with J&K Bank officials and brokers implicated in fraudulently availing loans and causing a Rs 32 crore loss to the bank.
A Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student has been arrested for allegedly attacking a fellow student with a meat cleaver in the Barak Hostel. The victim sustained severe injuries, including loss of vision in one eye, due to the assault which stemmed from the attacker's objection to the victim's friendship with a woman student.
Diwali celebrations in Maharashtra were marred by a series of fires, including a tragic incident in Dharashiv where six family members died from suffocation, and nearly 140 fire incidents in Mumbai, leading the Mumbai Disaster Management Authority to ban aerial firecrackers until November 25.
Kane Williamson revealed that a heartfelt conversation with Virat Kohli a day before retiring helped him find clarity, reassess his motivation and walk away after 16 years.
GMR Aero Technic is investing Rs 600 crore to expand its Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Hyderabad. The expansion aims to nearly double its capacity to around 18 lines by 2029, including for wide-body aircraft, and will introduce India's first wide-body aircraft painting service, addressing the growing demand from Indian airlines.
Delhi experienced its most polluted Diwali in five years, but the official air quality figures are under scrutiny. Several monitoring stations reportedly went offline during the peak firecracker period on Sunday night, leading to discrepancies between government and private agency data. Experts and opposition leaders have raised concerns about the reliability of the AQI tracking, with allegations of "data fraud" and calls for greater transparency and accountability.
Indian men's hockey chief coach Craig Fulton emphasizes continental dominance as a crucial step towards global success, despite the team's disappointing World Cup record. Under his leadership since May 2023, India has secured back-to-back Asian Games gold medals and three successive Asian Champions Trophy titles, laying a strong foundation. Fulton aims to leverage early qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics to systematically plan and expose younger players to international competition, with a long-term goal of podium finishes.
India's sole archer at the Youth Olympics, Gatha Khadake, was eliminated from the women's individual recurve U-18 competition after a narrow shoot-off loss to USA's Yeeun Whang in the quarterfinals on Monday. The third-seeded Indian fought hard through five sets, with the match ending 5-5 before Whang secured victory in the tie-breaker.
The Indian women's cricket team has announced its squads for the upcoming all-format tour of South Africa next month. Jemimah Rodrigues returns after injury, alongside Harmanpreet Kaur and Amanjot Kaur. The tour will feature one Test, three ODIs, and three T20s, with matches scheduled from December 9 to 30 across various South African cities.
A 42-year-old man, Munna, allegedly beat a juvenile to death with an iron rod in central Delhi's Anand Parbat area on Monday. The fatal assault occurred after an argument between the victim and Munna's minor son over bursting firecrackers escalated. Police have apprehended Munna and the other juvenile, registering an FIR under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
NetApp CEO George Kurian advocates for harmonised global AI regulations to simplify compliance and foster business growth. He highlights the complexities arising from diverse regulatory frameworks and the importance of a unified approach, similar to cyber resilience standards. Kurian also notes India's significant role as NetApp's fastest-growing market in Asia, driven by its Bengaluru global capability centre.
A 35-year-old man, identified as Deepak and an alleged history-sheeter with ties to the Ashok Rathi gang, was shot dead inside his car on the Delhi-Jaipur highway near Sidhrawali village on Monday. Passers-by discovered his body, and police are investigating the incident, including a potential gang war angle, after an FIR was registered.
Amitabh Bachchan dumps bulletproof shield to greet adoring fans on Sunday.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher, driven by a correction in crude oil prices and significant buying interest in blue-chip bank and financial stocks, despite some profit booking after a recent rally.
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt celebrate Diwali at the newly rebuilt Krishna Raj bungalow in Pali Hill.
Temple, a wearable startup by Zomato co-founder Deepinder Goyal, is facing significant scientific scrutiny from doctors regarding its Rs 85,000 forehead-worn device. Critics question the evidence behind its claims of measuring brain blood flow and providing insights into ageing, with prominent hepatologist Cyriac Abby Philips calling it a "scam." Goyal has defended the technology, stating it's a fitness and wellness device, not medical, and that metrics await clinical validation, while also addressing pricing and scientific methodology.
11-year-old Indian racing prodigy Atiqa Mir made an impressive debut at the FIA Karting World Championship in La Conca, Italy. Despite a qualifying setback that placed her 83rd, she showcased exceptional overtaking skills, gaining 16 places in Race 1 to finish sixth and an overall 43 places throughout the weekend, ranking 40th out of 87 drivers.
Delhi Police have arrested a 34-year-old truck driver, Innas Khan, in connection with a fatal hit-and-run accident on the Naraina flyover last month. The victim, a scooter rider, died after being hit by Khan's vehicle. The arrest followed an extensive investigation involving CCTV footage analysis and vehicle verification.
Badminton star PV Sindhu celebrated Diwali with cricketer Hardik Pandya and his girlfriend Mahieka Sharma, sharing a festive photograph on Instagram.
A recent study has uncovered a new natural process contributing to extreme heatwaves in mid-latitudes, including northwestern India. This process involves a complex interaction between soil moisture, atmospheric pressure, and temperature, which, once a critical temperature threshold is exceeded, creates a vicious cycle leading to even higher temperatures. The findings suggest that current climate models may underestimate future heatwave risks.
A 31-year-old man, Rajat Jaswel, has been charged with the murder of 26-year-old Indian-origin woman Navneet Kaur, who was found with gunshot wounds in a west London home last week. Jaswel appeared in court on Monday, and police are appealing for further information.
An absconding suspect, Manish Jaiswal, has been arrested from Gujarat in connection with the killing of Khategaon SHO Dilip Puri during an anti-liquor operation in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district earlier this month. This arrest brings the total number of arrests in the case to six, shedding more light on the illicit liquor syndicate involved.
A man from Raipur, Tikeshwar Sahu, who travelled to Russia for a job in September, has reportedly been detained there on "false" drug charges. His family alleges he is being pressured to join the Russian Army to fight in the war or face a long jail term. This incident follows a similar case last month involving another Chhattisgarh man. Sahu's family has sought intervention from the Chhattisgarh Chief Minister's Office and other authorities for his safe return.
A woman and her male friend were arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly conspiring to murder her husband and attempting to disguise his death as a heart attack. The crime came to light after a post-mortem report raised suspicions, leading to confessions from both accused about their relationship and the murder plot.
Insurance claims from cyberattacks on Indian banks and businesses have surged, particularly in the first half of FY27, with bank claims alone exceeding 150 crore. Despite this, premiums remain soft due to abundant reinsurance capacity, though experts warn of potential rate hikes if claims continue to rise.
Assam Police have dismantled an interstate financial fraud network that swindled a Guwahati-based company, Global Traders, out of over Rs 11.5 crore. The fraudsters impersonated Army suppliers and officers using forged documents. One alleged mastermind, Harsh Agarwal, has been arrested from Siliguri, West Bengal, and over Rs 2 crore has been frozen as investigations continue.
Bengaluru police have recovered all seven bodies of a family allegedly murdered by a cab driver over domestic disputes. The bodies were found in various locations across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, with the last two recovered from Shiradi Ghat forest. The accused, Indusekar alias Sekar, was arrested after a missing-person complaint led to his confession.
Magda Linette, winner of the Chennai Open singles title, supported the decision to postpone Sunday's final due to unhealthy air quality caused by firecracker pollution. She emphasised the health risks for players, ball kids, and spectators. While glad for the postponement, Linette suggested organisers could plan better for festive periods. Her victory marked her first title in over two years, ending a difficult run and boosting her confidence for upcoming tournaments.
