The Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested a woman from Haryana, bringing the total number of arrests to 13 in connection with the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff. The incident occurred on October 18, where Shroff's car was targeted, injuring his driver and a bystander. Police are continuing raids across multiple states to apprehend all individuals involved.
The death toll from a three-storey building collapse in Old Delhi's Hauz Qazi area has risen to six. Police have arrested the building owner and three contractors involved in the incident. The structure, allegedly constructed without proper approval, collapsed on Thursday, trapping labourers. An FIR has been registered under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Neelam Sirohi and Kajal Dhochak secured historic silver medals for India at the World Wrestling Championships in Astana on Wednesday, marking the first time two Indian women reached the finals in the same edition. Neelam faced a formidable opponent in five-time world champion Yui Susaki, while Kajal narrowly lost a hard-fought bout against three-time European champion Anastasiya Alpyeyeva. Despite the disappointment of missing gold, these achievements represent a significant milestone for Indian women's wrestling. Other Indian wrestlers, including Rajnita, Nishu, Srishti, Neha Sangwan, and Tanu Sharma, faced defeats in earlier rounds.
A West Bengal native, Jownal Abeed, was arrested on Sunday in Angamaly, Kerala, after police seized eight kg of ganja from his possession. The contraband was reportedly procured from Odisha, transported via Bengaluru, and intended for sale in the Perumbavoor area of Ernakulam district.
Four individuals have been arrested in connection with three separate firing incidents that occurred in the Nalagarh-Baddi area of Himachal Pradesh's Solan district. The arrests were made during a special operation in Mohali, Punjab, following investigations into the incidents that took place on October 14, October 23-24, and October 25.
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested four more individuals in connection with an ongoing money laundering investigation into a call centre scam that defrauded US nationals. The scam involved callers posing as US agency officials to intimidate victims into transferring money or assets, with proceeds laundered through cryptocurrency and hawala channels.
Indian top-order batter Jemimah Rodrigues has announced her full recovery from a hamstring injury sustained in August, making her available for upcoming assignments, including the multi-format tour of South Africa in December.
The Bombay high court criticised actor Imran Khan, an OCI cardholder, for participating in a political protest, stating that foreign nationals do not have the fundamental right to protest. Khan tendered an unconditional apology, leading the court to urge magnanimity from the government regarding his 'Leave India' notice. The court extended the stay on the notice and asked authorities to file affidavits.
Kolkata Police's Detective Department questioned Avery Sen, daughter of former minister Indranil Sen, regarding an alleged multi-crore scam involving Durga Puja pass distribution. An associate, Dhruvajyoti Basu, was arrested and remanded to police custody. Investigators are examining financial transactions between Sen's organisation, his daughter's company, and his wife's accounts.
A court in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, has sentenced Faisal Lakhani to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of Kajal Baraiya at a bus station. The verdict was delivered within two months of the crime, which had sparked public outcry and led to a swift police investigation and trial.
A minor fire occurred on the terrace of North Block in New Delhi on Monday, which was quickly extinguished by authorities. No casualties were reported, and internal dismantling work is suspected to be the cause.
Sandeep Modi's script afford Kartik never-before action opportunities wherein he would be doing a mix of Bruce Lee and Sylvester Stallone.
India's food regulator, FSSAI, has issued notices to Nestle India, Abbott Healthcare, Nutricia International, Mead Johnson Nutrition (India), and social media influencer Ira Fathima for 'illegal' advertising and promotion of infant milk substitutes on Instagram.
Telangana's anti-narcotics unit, EAGLE Force, has arrested K Nithu Bai, 51, for her alleged involvement in an extensive ganja trafficking network operating since 2017. She had been absconding for two years, evading arrest in 13 cases. The investigation has revealed significant assets, including multiple properties, allegedly acquired through the proceeds of drug trafficking.
A 17-year-old son of an Additional Sessions Judge was taken into custody after his Mercedes-Benz car allegedly hit and killed a 54-year-old man in Kerala. The initial release on bail sparked protests, leading to graver charges and a re-arrest.
The Delhi High Court has directed the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to decide on show-cause notices issued to wrestler Vinesh Phogat within two weeks, acknowledging concerns that pending disciplinary proceedings could hinder her preparations for upcoming competitions.
Pakistan's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has conducted extensive raids on illegal call centres in Karachi, leading to the arrest of 273 individuals this week. These centres are accused of defrauding foreign nationals and local citizens through credit card scams and Ponzi schemes. The NCCIA faces challenges in tracing these operations and prosecuting workers, despite identifying hundreds of such centres.
Lucknow police have arrested two individuals for allegedly smuggling cow meat. Seven sacks of meat, an Omni van, and equipment suspected of being used for illegal slaughter were seized. The arrests followed a tip-off, leading to the apprehension of Mohammad Faizul and later Mohammad Rizwan. A case has been registered under the Uttar Pradesh Prevention of Cow Slaughter Act, 1955.
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 case has been registered against B M Swamy, Shivamogga Regional Director of Karnataka State Open University (KSOU), for alleged exam malpractice and mass copying during recent examinations. He has been relieved of his duties, and an investigation is underway following a complaint by the KSOU Registrar.
Four bodies of Tamil Nadu fishermen have been recovered after their boat capsized off the Andhra Pradesh coast during Cyclone Murasu. Nine fishermen had gone missing when their boat, which had initially sought shelter, attempted to move between ports without informing authorities and was caught in severe winds. Search operations are ongoing for the remaining five missing fishermen.
Odisha's Director General of Prisons, Susanta Kumar Nath, has been booked for alleged sexual harassment of a subordinate staff member and subsequently transferred to an inconsequential post. A case was registered against Nath and a friend, Kudleep Rath, based on a complaint by a jailor who alleged unwelcome messages and invitations, followed by retaliatory actions including false implication in a prisoner escape case and suspension. The matter has also drawn the attention of a Parliamentary Standing Committee.
An independent inquiry committee formed by the Indian Olympic Association to investigate harassment allegations by former women's hockey captain Asuntha Lakra against Hockey India secretary Bholanath Singh has not yet met. The delay, two months after its formation, is reportedly due to Hockey India's failure to release necessary funds for the proceedings, despite directives from its president. Lakra has expressed deep disappointment and appealed to top officials for immediate action.
The Bombay High Court has granted interim relief to Bollywood actor and US citizen Imran Khan, keeping a Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) notice in abeyance until November 2. The notice had directed Khan to leave India by October 28, failing which deportation procedures would be initiated. The court deferred the hearing after the Solicitor General sought time, with an assurance that no coercive action would be taken against Khan until the next hearing.
On the third day of the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad, Canada secured a dominant 74-28 victory over Australia, becoming the first men's team to score over 70 points. Other men's matches saw Sri Lanka narrowly defeat Uganda and England comfortably beat Nigeria. In the women's division, Nigeria achieved their historic first win against Singapore, while Sri Lanka women decisively beat England women.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has boldly predicted the Modi government's defeat in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, urging citizens to prepare for a change while demanding electoral reforms.
Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 1 visually impresses but struggles with emotional depth, particularly in its portrayal of Lord Ram. Yash's charismatic performance as Ravana, however, stands out as the film's most compelling aspect, offering a nuanced anti-hero depiction.
Jenny, a resident of Assam, has reignited a nearly 23-year-old controversy by reiterating rape allegations against former Uttarakhand minister Harak Singh Rawat, demanding a fresh CBI investigation and a DNA test for her son. Rawat has denied the claims, citing a previous CBI clean chit, and threatened defamation suits against those making or supporting the allegations, including Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The case has stirred political circles ahead of upcoming assembly polls.
IIT Delhi Director Rangan Banerjee has warned students of disciplinary action for "disrupting the peaceful functioning of the campus" with "threatening slogans" during protests over an alleged student suicide. The protests escalated to faculty residential areas, prompting the institute to reconstitute its probe panel into the student's death.
The BJP is increasingly integrating its digital outreach with on-ground mobilisation, using social media attacks, political songs, marches, rallies, and public meetings to amplify its political messaging and counter opposition narratives. This evolving strategy, exemplified by the 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' campaign, aims to take political contests beyond online platforms to streets and campuses, especially in response to the INDIA bloc's recent rally and accusations against the Election Commission.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant drop in early trade, primarily due to a sell-off in IT stocks, a surge in crude oil prices, and investor caution ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision.
Nine alleged animal smugglers from Bihar and Jharkhand were arrested in Uttar Pradesh's Ghazipur district on Thursday. Police rescued 17 animals being transported in a cruel manner in three pickup vans and recovered mobile phones and cash from the accused. A case has been registered under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.
Former US President Donald Trump has once again claimed he prevented a war between India and Pakistan by threatening them with steep tariffs, expressing disappointment that his efforts have not earned him a Nobel Peace Prize. India, however, maintains that any de-escalation was a direct agreement between the two nations.
Double Olympic medallist P V Sindhu and India's top-ranked men's singles player Lakshya Sen have both secured spots in the quarterfinals of the Hylo Open Super 500 badminton tournament. Sindhu delivered a dominant performance, while Sen won a hard-fought match. However, compatriots Malvika Bansod and Isharani Baruah were eliminated.
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh raised concerns with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh regarding the sealing of the Indian Air Force's sports complex within the Race Course Air Force Station by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. The move, which led to the cancellation of a farewell event, is part of a broader government drive to reclaim prime land parcels in the area, despite the IAF citing operational importance and a 2014 joint survey.
The Haryana government has ordered a probe into the assault of a six-year-old girl with special needs by an eight-year-old boy inside a government school classroom in Panchkula. Police have registered an FIR against the school administration for alleged negligence, while the Haryana State Commission for Protection of Child Rights also took suo motu cognisance. The government will cover the girl's treatment costs and conduct a safety audit of schools.
Mumbai police arrested two individuals in Andheri East with 1.896 kg of high-grade hydroponic cannabis valued at Rs 66.36 lakh. The arrests followed a tip-off, leading to a trap near an industrial estate. The accused, from Satara district, have been booked under the NDPS Act, and an investigation into their supply network is ongoing.
Kartik Aaryan is set to headline Vivek Agnihotri's military drama Operation Sindoor, a film based on India's deep strikes inside Pakistan.
The Pro Kabaddi League faces a year-long break after its broadcast deal negotiations hit a roadblock. A reported 50% cut in the media rights offer has left Season 13 delayed until 2027.
An alleged liquor smuggler was arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, with Daman-manufactured liquor and a vehicle, totalling Rs 9.81 lakh in seized items. The arrest was made on October 28, and a case has been registered under relevant acts, with further investigation into the smuggling network ongoing.
