Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay ordered the suspension of a deputy jail superintendent and initiated action against prison personnel following a major jailbreak on October 26 in Theni district. Seventeen prisoners escaped but were later recaptured. The CM has directed stringent disciplinary actions, including suspensions and transfers, to address dereliction of duty and security lapses, emphasising zero tolerance for complacency.
Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri is participating in the FIFA Player Impact Programme, an initiative designed to empower footballers to drive positive social change. Chhetri, the first male participant, aims to apply lessons learned to address causes like education, mental health, and equitable access to sport, with participants set to present their projects in December.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has concluded that former Kerala Health Minister Veena George was not assaulted by KSU activists at Kannur railway station, contrary to earlier claims. The report, submitted to the State Police Chief, could lead to disciplinary action against George's former gunman and the initial police investigation team.
A man clung to a moving Mahindra Thar's window in Gurugram as traffic police tried to impound the vehicle after its occupants caused a disturbance during an inspection. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday evening, involved the vehicle being stopped for lacking a number plate and having tinted windows, with occupants failing to produce documents and allegedly misbehaving with police. The vehicle has since been seized.
West Bengal authorities arrested 378 individuals and seized narcotics worth approximately Rs 64 crore during a week-long anti-drug operation. The drive, conducted between October 31 and November 7, also led to the destruction of illegal ganja cultivation and the attachment of properties, reinforcing the state's zero-tolerance policy against illicit narcotics.
A woman employed as a cleaning staff member at a clinic in Patna was fatally shot near her workplace on Thursday evening. She succumbed to her injuries at a hospital, and police have registered an FIR.
Gokulam Kerala FC defeated 10-man Rajasthan United FC 1-0 in an Indian Football League match, with Crislan da Silva scoring the decisive goal in the 68th minute. The win propelled Gokulam Kerala to the top of the table with six points from two matches, while Rajasthan United remained at the bottom. Rajasthan United's task was made harder when Novin received a straight red card in the 78th minute.
Agartala police arrested two youths from outside Tripura on Wednesday, seizing three sophisticated pistols and 50 cartridges. The arrests, made at Bhutani Market following intelligence on an arms handover, occurred amidst heightened security for the civic elections on November 27. Police suspect an interstate arms smuggling gang is involved, with the youths having travelled to the state by train.
Delhi Police have registered an FIR regarding alleged graffiti found on a police vehicle during the INDIA bloc's November 1 rally at Ramlila Maidan, with videos of the incident going viral.
Kochi police arrested two men and seized 192 grams of MDMA, valued at approximately Rs 7.5 lakh, following a tip-off. The drugs were reportedly trafficked from Tamil Nadu hidden in a banana bunch and intended for sale in Ernakulam and Aluva. An investigation is underway to trace the source and distribution network.
A woman travelling from Delhi airport to Gurugram in an Uber cab reported a harrowing experience where the driver allegedly misbehaved, locked her inside the car, and demanded an inflated fare. The incident, shared on X, prompted public safety concerns and led Uber to remove the driver's access to the app, while police are investigating.
A 23-year-old man was killed and another seriously injured in a knife attack at a Ramlila fair in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred late Saturday night following a dispute over payment for toys. Police have apprehended one accused, a toy seller, and are searching for another. The injured victim is reportedly a relative of a BJP MLA.
The Delhi High Court has criticised the police's "total disinterest" in taking action against a POCSO case survivor who allegedly lied in court, despite agencies often blaming hostile witnesses for acquittals. The court made these observations while granting bail to an accused, noting the prosecutrix's "blatant lie" about not appearing before a judge.
Jannik Sinner targets an Australian Open return after a knee injury layoff but insists on following recovery protocols without rushing, while welcoming Magnus Norman into his coaching team.
A 67-year-old advocate, Gayadeen Ahirwar, was kidnapped from Jalaun and later found murdered in Kanpur's Sachendi area. Police suspect a land-related dispute as the motive and have detained three suspects, with investigations ongoing to recover evidence.
Delhi Police has invoked the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against the alleged Mukesh Bhola gang, accused of various organised crimes including murder, kidnapping, and extortion in Jahangirpuri. Three members, including Mukesh alias Bhola, Vipin, and Suraj alias Dhela, have been arrested, with police actively identifying other syndicate members.
The Supreme Court has mandated urgent action from Delhi and three neighbouring states (Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana) to tackle the sharp increase in vehicular emissions contributing to air pollution in the National Capital Region. The court has sought detailed responses on measures to prevent over-age vehicles, enforce emission standards, and improve inter-state coordination, highlighting the critical need for intervention despite a decline in stubble burning.
Jharkhand police have seized a total of 441 kg of ganja worth Rs 2.2 crore in two separate operations. In Garhwa, 426 kg of ganja was found in a truck, while the RPF arrested four interstate drug peddlers with 15 kg of ganja at Tatisilway Railway station.
A dawn-to-dusk shutdown in Itanagar Capital Region, called by the Public Rights Action Committee (PRAC) over the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), ended peacefully on Wednesday. The bandh was called off after the Arunachal Pradesh government responded positively to demands, including the release of detained activists. The Siang Indigenous Farmers' Forum (SIFF) is now leading negotiations with the Chief Minister's Office regarding the controversial hydropower project.
Far-right activists, led by Jake Lang, stormed Diwali celebrations in Seattle, displaying racist placards and sparking widespread condemnation from US lawmakers and community leaders.
A tragic parking dispute in Faridabad escalated into a fatal shooting on Friday night, claiming the life of a 42-year-old man who had returned from Singapore for Diwali.
CCTV footage has emerged showing Youth Congress workers allegedly assaulting YouTuber Rajan Joseph inside Adoor police station in Keralam in July. The visuals, aired on Saturday, have prompted the CPI(M) to demand action against those involved, including Congress leader Sreena Devi Kunjamma, who had filed a complaint against Joseph. Youth Congress leaders deny any assault took place.
Two men have been arrested in Mathura for allegedly driving a car for nearly 2 km with a woman and her daughter on its bonnet. The incident occurred after a dispute over money related to a court case. A viral video of the incident led to police action, and an attempt to murder charge has been added to the FIR.
A minor victim has identified granite baron R Veeramani, the main accused in an alleged sexual harassment case, during an identification parade at Puzhal Central Prison. Veeramani is among eight individuals arrested by the Greater Chennai Police's Anti-Vice Squad for multiple cases involving minors. Authorities are also taking steps to prevent suspects from fleeing and to bring back an alleged accomplice from abroad.
A group of people allegedly forcibly entered a Ram Mandir in Mumbai's Aarey area, threatened a security guard, performed aarti, defaced a board, and tore down a religious banner. Police have arrested two individuals and registered an FIR against 15 persons for various charges, including inciting discord and outraging religious feelings.
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Ben Shelton 7-6(5), 7-5 to win the Paris Masters, securing his ninth ATP 1000 title and avenging his US Open quarter-final loss to the American.
Social media platform X has informed the Delhi High Court that an imposter attempted to have the accounts of Internet Freedom Foundation and Software Freedom Law Centre, India, taken down by sending fake requests purportedly from the Delhi Police. X stated it did not act on these requests and has filed a complaint with the police to identify the imposter.
Mathura authorities intercepted 2,500 kg of contaminated paneer from Rajasthan in a midnight raid, ordering its destruction and arresting the driver. The operation was prompted by intelligence about substandard food items entering the district, especially during the Diwali season. Samples have been sent for testing, and further action is expected against the businessman involved.
Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan stated that threatening students with punitive action for expressing different views or asking questions is unconstitutional and a misuse of power. He emphasised that universities should foster free thinking and disagreement, as tolerance and dissent are fundamental constitutional values essential for a liberal democracy.
Investments into gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) slowed in October, attracting an estimated net investment of about 3,300 crore, down from a seven-month high of 4,450 crore in September. This decline coincided with most asset management companies (AMCs) suspending subscriptions to their gold fund of funds (FoFs) in the latter half of the month, following a Sebi directive amid concerns over rising gold imports and pressure on the rupee.
A man accused of raping and murdering a 12-year-old girl in West Bengal's Uttar Dinajpur district was killed in a police encounter early on Monday. Dilip Roy allegedly opened fire at a police team attempting to arrest him, leading to police retaliation. This marks the fourth reported police encounter in West Bengal since the BJP came to power in May, with Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stating police are allowed to retaliate in self-defence in certain cases.
The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to hear senior Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan's bail application in a new money laundering case filed by the Enforcement Directorate. The apex court transferred the petition to the Allahabad High Court, requesting it to schedule a hearing before a division bench on November 16 and issue interim orders on the same day. Khan's lawyer, Kapil Sibal, alleged political motivation behind the ED's actions, stating his arrest was timed to keep him incarcerated during elections.
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 7-6(2) to reach his maiden Vienna Open final, extending his ATP 500 winning streak to 25 matches and ending Medvedev's seven-match run.
A 16-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted multiple times by a police inspector at the Crime Branch office in North Goa, with the assistance of a woman. Police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act against Inspector Vikas Deykar and Ranjini Palyekar. The DGP has stated a zero-tolerance policy and initiated action.
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.
Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Harichand Jat alias Hari Boxer has been detained in the US by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He faces multiple cases in Haryana, including murder, and is accused of operating criminal activities from abroad, supplying weapons, and being involved in extortion across several Indian states. Efforts are underway to bring him to India.
A police constable in Pune, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, rammed his car into the gate of Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar's official bungalow on Tuesday evening. The constable, who has a history of disciplinary issues and mental health concerns, was detained, with no injuries reported.
A shuddh desi epic told through the eyes of a Hollywood blockbuster -- the first instalment of Nitesh Tiwari's 195 minutes long yarn has more action than emotion on its mind, notes Sukanya Verma.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended licenses of 19 food businesses and seized food articles worth over Rs 9 crore during a special festive-season drive. This included Patanjali cow ghee from a super distributor due to suspected misbranding and adulteration. The drive also led to seizures from other major retailers and manufacturers, with 13 FIRs registered and 16 arrests. Additionally, the FSSAI issued show-cause notices to several companies, including Tata 1mg and Amazon, over alleged labelling and advertising violations.
The Supreme Court's High-Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC), tasked with investigating alleged violence and police excesses during CJP-led protests at Jantar Mantar, has reported receiving hardly any complaints from affected individuals. Despite extensive efforts to solicit complaints via a portal, email, and newspaper notices, the response has been minimal. The court has urged petitioners to forward materials and encourage victims to come forward, while also accepting a member's request to be relieved from the panel.
