Former Indian leg-spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has retired from the BCCI commentary panel, citing a lack of opportunities and expressing dissatisfaction with his role.
'Tamil Nadu has 42% of its population in the 18 to 39 age group. The bulk of the population in this age group voted for Vijay and women voters too voted for him in big numbers.'
A 22-year-old student has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly supplying drugs at a music concert in Goregaon, following the deaths of two people from suspected drug overdoses.
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.
It has now reached a stage where MI is a team living on its past glory with ageing stars. The game has moved on -- faster, younger and more fearless.
Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan has praised young Chennai Super Kings batter Kartik Sharma for his strong performance against spin bowling. The 20-year-old played a key role in CSK's eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in their Indian Premier League 2026 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
A recent NCRB report reveals that Delhi continues to have the highest number of crimes against women among 19 metropolitan cities in India, including rape, kidnapping, and dowry deaths.
Delhi Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly robbing a cash collection agent of Rs 4.18 lakh in Burari. The suspects were apprehended after an investigation involving extensive CCTV footage analysis and technical surveillance.
A 26-year-old proclaimed offender and alleged kingpin of a Mewat-based gang involved in targeting and uprooting mobile stores across Delhi-NCR has been arrested after evading arrest for over three years.
A 24-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her family in Belagavi, Karnataka, in a suspected case of honour killing after she eloped with a man. Three relatives have been arrested in connection with the crime.
Prince Yadav returned outstanding figures of 3/33 as RCB fell nine runs short of the target in the rain-curtailed match.
A 40-year-old government school teacher, Mukesh Meena, was found dead in his rented house in Pali, Rajasthan. Preliminary investigations suggest a possible heart attack, with the deceased having a history of heart ailment.
CSK opener Ayush Mhatre is out of IPL 2026 with a left hamstring injury.
India's rapidly ageing truck fleet, with 42% of vehicles over 12 years old, is set to trigger a replacement-driven growth of 3-5% annually over the next five years.
A woman and her two minor daughters were found dead at their residence in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.
A 50-year-old man was arrested in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, for possessing counterfeit Indian currency notes. Police recovered Rs 20,000 in fake currency and are investigating the source and any accomplices.
'I was so full of josh, with all my friends cheering me on, I gave it everything from the get-go.' 'By nightfall, the pain had set in. My legs were aching, my back was on fire and I was in tears.' 'I turned to my mom and said, "I can't do this."'
A 19-year-old youth in Amravati, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly sharing objectionable photos and videos of several women and girls online. A Rajya Sabha member has called for a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the matter.
A 27-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli district allegedly died by suicide after consuming poison. His family claims he was blackmailed from a Pakistan-based phone number after being lured into a suspected honey trap.
A 26-year-old Delhi High Court advocate, Rajesh Singh, died after allegedly jumping from the 15th floor of a hotel in New Delhi's Connaught Place area on Sunday night, according to police reports.
England have underachieved since winning the 2017 Women's World Cup and they are determined to put that right when they host the Twenty20 edition on home soil in June, captain Nat Sciver-Brunt said.
Odisha Police have arrested a 30-year-old man for the murder of a 24-year-old woman in Jagatsinghpur district. The accused, a former lover of the victim, was arrested in Jamshedpur and brought back to Odisha. He allegedly hired a contract killer after suspecting the woman was in a relationship with someone else and learning of her upcoming marriage.
A Mumbai court rejected a plea to return a BMW involved in a fatal hit-and-run, citing potential misuse. The car, allegedly driven by Mihir Shah, son of a former Shiv Sena leader, was deemed a 'weapon' in the 2024 incident that killed a 45-year-old woman.
Pune Police have arrested three recovery agents of a private financial institution for allegedly beating up a man in full public view over his credit card dues.
The CBI has registered a case and taken over the investigation of a Rs 10 crore 'digital arrest' scam in Delhi, where a retired engineer was allegedly cheated by cyber-criminals posing as courier company and police officials.
A 32-year-old man has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly stealing 27 LPG cylinders. The arrest comes amid rumours of cooking gas shortages.
Police in Manipur's Churachandpur district have arrested three individuals and seized 5 kg of heroin. The arrests were made in Bolkot, and the suspects have been identified as residents of Manipur and Haryana. This follows a previous seizure of raw opium in the same district.
A seven-year-old girl, missing since April 4th, was found dead near a relief camp in Imphal West district, Manipur. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death and have detained a man for questioning.
Police in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against a petrol pump manager for allegedly denying fuel to a private ambulance, resulting in the death of a 50-year-old patient.
Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta, frustrated by delays in receiving prize money for winning the Odisha Open, has been assured by the All India Chess Federation that the issue will be resolved and his dues cleared.
A 22-year-old man from Bhubaneswar has been arrested by Delhi Police for his suspected links with a terror outfit. The arrest followed the scrutiny of social media posts of youths picked up in Delhi.
Jannik Sinner, the world number one, showcased his dominance by defeating Alexander Zverev in straight sets to win the Madrid Open, marking his fifth successive ATP Masters 1000 title.
Police in Uttar Pradesh discovered the body of a woman in a drain, who was the mother of four children found murdered in their home. The investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
Punjab Kings all-rounder Suryansh Shedge attributes his improved performance in the Indian Premier League to a crucial mindset shift, crediting head coach Ricky Ponting and skipper Shreyas Iyer for their guidance.
A 45-year-old woman was found murdered in her home in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, with her body discovered in a bed box after her children reported her missing. Police are investigating the case.
Monaco's Valentin Vacherot beats world No.5 Lorenzo Musetti at the Monte-Carlo Masters, securing his second career win over a top-five player.
Maharashtra Day isn't just about pride, it's about celebrating a culture that shows up so strongly through its fashion.
INDIA bloc MPs protest against the Election Commission's voter roll revision in Bihar, alleging irregularities and disenfranchisement of voters.
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has lauded Sanju Samson's current form, particularly after his match-winning innings for Chennai Super Kings against Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. Pathan highlighted Samson's game awareness and ability to finish matches under pressure.
An 82-year-old woman in Thane, Maharashtra, was allegedly defrauded of 73.3 lakh in a 'digital arrest' scam after fraudsters posing as law enforcement officials threatened to implicate her in a fake terror case.
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