Three individuals have been arrested in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar district following raids that uncovered over 22,000 litres of suspected adulterated ghee, valued at approximately Rs 1.60 crore. The seizures were made from two firms as part of a statewide campaign against food adulteration ahead of Diwali, with police suspecting repackaging of expired ghee and use of palm oil.
Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) chairperson Sonia Gandhi explained that giving up her Italian passport and adopting Indian citizenship felt more difficult, as it was a part of herself that she had brought from Italy.
Top Uttar Pradesh police and home department officials visited the family of three men murdered in Lucknow over a parking dispute, assuring them of a fast-tracked investigation and swift punishment for the accused. The incident involved an RSS functionary, leading to political assurances and arrests, with authorities also sealing the accused's property for illegal construction.
A class 9 student in Tumakuru, Karnataka, died by suicide. Her mother alleges the girl was sexually and mentally harassed by a school teacher, who sent obscene messages. The mother had informed the school management, but no immediate action was taken. A case has been registered against the teacher, principal, and school management under POCSO and for abetment of suicide, and the teacher has been arrested.
'Once I became a film director, I realised that in our male-dominated industry, there is no question of having a female superstar.'
India has lost 23 nationals in the ongoing conflict in West Asia, including 15 Indian seafarers, while five Indian nationals have been killed in attacks on commercial shipping in the Black Sea region and two others remain missing, ministry of external affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Tuesday.
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.
The family of Khategaon SHO Dilip Puri, who was killed early on Monday while intercepting an illicit liquor truck in Madhya Pradesh, has demanded a CBI probe, capital punishment for the accused, and a ministerial staff job for his wife. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav had announced a sub-inspector post and financial aid, but the family seeks a different position.
The 2018 'Sandpapergate' ball-tampering controversy has resurfaced following claims by former Australia batter Usman Khawaja in his autobiography. Khawaja alleges that the entire Australian team was aware of ball-tampering practices, including lifting the quarter seam during the 2017-18 Ashes and using sandpaper before the Cape Town Test. England Test captain Joe Root has declined to speculate on the revelations, while Australia batter Peter Handscomb also refused to comment, emphasizing the need to move on from off-field discussions.
Lawyers at the Allahabad High Court vandalised Justice Ajay Bhanot's courtroom in protest against his alleged humiliation of an advocate, leading to Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal ordering identification of those involved for disciplinary and contempt proceedings.
Two police personnel in Lucknow have been suspended following the murder of three family members, including an RSS functionary, over a car parking dispute. The accused has been arrested, and an FIR has been registered against eight people under murder and rioting charges. The incident led to protests by BJP leaders demanding action against the police.
A CISF jawan was allegedly assaulted, stripped, and filmed by four individuals in Bhadohi, then subsequently arrested in a molestation case after being held at a police station. A court has now ordered the registration of an FIR against the four accused, leading to a police investigation.
Former India captain Suryakumar Yadav opens up about the challenges he faced after being dropped from the national team following the T20 World Cup triumph. He shares how the birth of his daughter helped him shift focus and rediscover his passion for cricket, leading to a renewed determination to play for Mumbai and eventually for India.
Police have arrested Dhanesh S Nair, known as 'Danny', the alleged main accused in a large-scale MDMA drug smuggling operation transporting drugs from Bengaluru to Kerala. His arrest in Angamaly followed an investigation triggered by the earlier arrest of Harikrishnan KS, revealing a sophisticated distribution network using social media and disguising operations through banana plantations.
The constructors' title is where the team gets its reward, a greater share of the sport's prize pot and prestige for sponsors, and is the trigger for staff bonuses that affect everyone working long days at the Brackley and Brixworth factories in England.
A Delhi court has directed the city police to provide seven working days' prior notice to Congress MP and dismissed JNU professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam before taking any coercive action, including arrest, in a sexual harassment case. The court noted that while police are not currently contemplating arrest, they must serve a physical notice if circumstances change. This comes after JNU dismissed Akoijam based on an internal committee's findings, a decision later stayed by the Delhi High Court.
A fast-track court in Saharanpur has convicted a former Station House Officer (SHO) and a sub-inspector for raping a woman 11 years ago at Deoband police station. The incident occurred in 2015 when the victim visited the station regarding her husband's arrest. The court found former SHO Braj Mohan Yadav and sub-inspector Vedpal Singh guilty, and they were arrested post-verdict. Arguments on the quantum of sentence are scheduled for November 6.
Uttar Pradesh Police successfully rescued 453 Nepalese citizens from an international fraud syndicate operating in Kushinagar. The syndicate lured victims with false promises of jobs, higher education, and lucrative earnings. Ten members of the gang were arrested, and the Nepalese Embassy in New Delhi expressed its appreciation for the UP Police's swift action.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered immediate action against those who allegedly attacked a Bihu troupe in Sribhumi district, stating that any insult to the state's culture will not be tolerated. Following his directive, 13 people have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and AASU president Utpal Sarma also condemned the incident, emphasising the importance of Bihu to Assamese identity.
Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Klassiker, with Fabio Silva snatching a late equaliser for Dortmund. Meanwhile, AC Milan secured a dominant 3-1 derby victory over Inter Milan in Serie A, and AS Roma thrashed Udinese 5-2.
A fast-track court in Saharanpur has convicted a former Station House Officer (SHO) and a sub-inspector for the gang-rape of a woman at Deoband police station 11 years ago. The victim had approached the police station regarding her husband's arrest when the incident occurred. The court will hear arguments on the quantum of sentence on November 6.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, addressing an INDIA bloc rally in New Delhi on Sunday, launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission and the BJP government, alleging "vote chori" in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. He asserted that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar would be removed and jailed for "treason," and that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah would face legal action. Gandhi claimed 13.5 crore voters were removed from electoral rolls, making the 2024 elections "illegal." The BJP, in response, accused Gandhi of creating anarchy and having a "dual mentality" regarding democratic outcomes.
From Student Of The Year: After Dark to Daayra and The Odyssey, November brings a fresh mix of thrillers, fantasy and action on OTT.
A book written by jailed activist Umar Khalid was removed from the library of the Pune-based Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) after a social media post objected to its listing as a new addition.
The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has detained 61 illegal immigrants, mostly from Bangladesh, in a city-wide operation aimed at enhancing public safety before Diwali. This crackdown follows previous detentions of hundreds of illegal Bangladeshi nationals in Ahmedabad, highlighting ongoing efforts to identify and deport foreign nationals residing illegally.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged for a global framework to combat cross-border cyber frauds and deepfakes, highlighting the need for governments, tech companies, telecom operators, and financial institutions to collaborate. Speaking at the India Mobile Congress 2026, Modi stressed that technology thrives on trust and that India is ready to share its expertise in tackling cyber threats. He also noted the rapid expansion of 5G and the success of digital governance initiatives like Direct Benefit Transfer.
A mature democracy like India has to decide who rules the country -- whether the people of India with their votes or Mark Zuckerberg and other social media moguls through their algorithms, asserts Dr Ashwani Mahajan.
US President Donald Trump has publicly defended Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, calling him a 'very high-quality person' amidst allegations of an affair with a suspected Chinese spy and an ongoing FBI probe. Trump stated that Huang denied any knowledge of the woman's alleged ties to Chinese intelligence, and the President believes him.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the licences of 105 food business outlets, including quick-commerce platforms Blinkit and Zepto, and ordered seven establishments to shut down. This action followed a special inspection drive ahead of Diwali, revealing multiple violations such as unhygienic conditions and improper food handling.
Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested the manager of a cow shelter, Rahul Yadav, following the deaths of approximately six cows on October 19. The deaths are allegedly due to negligence, prompting protests from Hindu activists who demanded strict action.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted multi-state searches in a money laundering case involving a Gurugram-based liquor vend, 'The Theka', for alleged illegal sale of foreign liquor without proper holograms and evasion of duties, generating over Rs 10 crore in proceeds of crime.
A suspended inspector of the Goa Crime Branch, Vikas Deykar, has been arrested along with a woman in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl. The incidents reportedly occurred on July 25 and October 27 inside Deykar's cabin, leading to charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act.
The elder sister of Uttar Pradesh Minister of State Krishna Paswan and her pregnant daughter-in-law were allegedly injured in a clash between two groups over a disputed piece of land in Fatehpur district. The incident involved alleged assault with sticks, fists, and kicks, and threats to kill, leading to an FIR under relevant sections, including the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
Five individuals wanted for attacking a revenue team trying to stop illegal mining in Sultanpur were arrested after two police encounters on Wednesday. Three of the accused sustained gunshot injuries. Police recovered illegal firearms and vehicles, and four police personnel were previously suspended for negligence related to the initial attack.
Senior IPS officer Prashakha Mathur has been placed on awaiting posting orders (APO) by the Rajasthan government. This action follows similar measures against her husband, IAS officer Shikhar Agrawal, who is under an Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) investigation for alleged irregularities in the purchase of 40 villas and cottages. Mathur also has some of these properties registered in her name. The ACB alleges Agrawal misused his position to benefit a private company from which the properties were bought at undervalued prices.
'A woman who changed the course of history. Or perhaps, one could say, set it upon the path it was always destined to take.'
Bengaluru Police Commissioner revealed that the mobile phone used in the alleged sting operation against former Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah was purchased in Delhi and handed over at Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy's official residence. An arrested accused, Ritesh Pandey, made this statement. Kumaraswamy has strongly reacted, accusing the police of acting under influence, while Home Minister Priyank Kharge stated the investigation is ongoing with significant leads.
Delhi Police's Operation CyHawk 6.0 led to the arrest of 944 people and registration of 1,032 cases in a two-day cybercrime crackdown. The operation investigated 4,002 complaints involving an alleged fraud of Rs 479 crore, targeting organised networks across 17 states and five Union Territories.
Police in Hyderabad have arrested four individuals and seized counterfeit currency worth Rs 6.78 crore. The gang allegedly printed fake notes after learning techniques from online videos and used a deceptive modus operandi, posing as police officers to rob customers.
A local court in Sirmaur district has remanded 11 individuals to judicial custody for 14 days following their arrest in connection with a violent clash between two communities on October 23. The incident at Valmiki Chowk involved a dispute over a welcome gate installation, resulting in injuries to 14 people, including police personnel, and damage to property. Police are investigating the incident, analysing footage, and maintaining strict security in the area.
