Police in Kashmir have arrested 14 drug peddlers across multiple districts as part of a 100-day campaign to eliminate drug use in Jammu and Kashmir. Contraband substances and related paraphernalia were seized during the operations.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging that her leadership has led to the weakening of the state's institutions. The remarks follow Banerjee's criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's comments on Jadavpur University.
The US Navy seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, escalating tensions as ceasefire talks face uncertainty. The incident raises concerns about the fragile ceasefire and the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
The fourth season of Undekhi attempts to conclude the saga of the powerful Atwal family but struggles with an overcomplicated plot and a multitude of characters, observes Deepa Gahlot.
China has denied any links to the Iranian cargo ship seized by the US in the Gulf, which allegedly contained chemical materials for manufacturing missiles. The denial follows allegations by former US envoy to the UN Nikki Haley, who claimed the ship was headed from China to Iran.
Conflicting reports emerge regarding the effectiveness of the US blockade on Iranian ports, with Iran claiming successful transit of vessels and the US asserting complete maritime dominance.
Punjab Kings looked unstoppable after seven straight wins, but three defeats on the bounce have flipped the mood.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee government of diverting resources to 'Bangladeshi Muslim infiltrators' and warned of losing Bengal if she remains in power.
The Iranian delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, arrived in Islamabad for talks with the US, carrying images of victims from the Minab school attack on their official flight.
Fans of the high-octane spy thriller Citadel can mark their calendars as the highly anticipated second season, starring global icons Priyanka Chopra and Richard Madden, is officially set to premiere on Prime Video on May 6.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has accused the TMC government in West Bengal of diverting central funds for party activities and destroying the state's education system. He also criticised the teacher recruitment process and expressed confidence in the BJP's victory in the upcoming assembly polls.
US Vice President J D Vance is expected to travel to Islamabad for peace talks with Iran to end the seven-week war, amid a fragile ceasefire and ongoing tensions.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) released footage of a maritime operation where Marines boarded an Iranian-flagged vessel, the Touska, in the Gulf of Oman, leading to heightened tensions and threats of retaliation from Iran.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted India's unwavering stance against terrorism on the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack, vowing that the country will never bow to terror and that the designs of terrorists will never succeed.
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.
A court in Nashik has remanded self-styled godman Ashok Kharat to police custody until April 26 in connection with the sixth case of sexual exploitation registered against him. Kharat, already arrested on March 18, faces multiple accusations of sexually exploiting women and engaging in financial fraud by exploiting his claimed divine powers.
A fire in Kishtwar town, Jammu and Kashmir, has destroyed a municipal council office and two residential houses, prompting a police investigation into the cause.
A fire broke out in a flat in Gurugram's Anant Raj Estate, Sector 63A, on Wednesday. Five fire tenders took three hours to extinguish the blaze, which gutted the flat. No casualties were reported.
Bangladesh bounced back strongly to level the series with a six-wicket win over New Zealand in the second ODI in Dhaka on Monday, thanks to a five-wicket haul by Nahid Rana and solid half-centuries from Tanzid Hasan Tamim and captain Najmul Hossain Shanto.
Tensions escalate as Iranian forces attack a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz after Trump announced the ceasefire extension.
Mitchell Starc's return to the Delhi Capitals after an injury layoff proved pivotal as he delivered a match-winning performance against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026.
'The real fault line in Assam is not Hindu versus Muslim. It is Assamese versus Bengali -- and within that, the specific anxiety about undocumented Bangladeshi settlers claiming land and altering the demographic balance of the state.'
The Israeli military said the strike dismantled the bunker during ongoing operations against Iranian military infrastructure.
A dispute over song selection at an orchestra dance event in a village in Uttar Pradesh, India, escalated into arson, resulting in the destruction of motorcycles and a shanty.
A special court in Mumbai has denied bail to a cricket coach accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old trainee, citing the gravity of the offence and the risk of him re-offending or absconding.
A 34-year-old woman has been arrested in Chakur, Latur, for allegedly murdering her seven-year-old nephew due to a land dispute with his parents. The boy was found dead after a search, and the aunt was detained based on police investigation.
The Rajasthan Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) conducted coordinated raids across multiple districts, seizing large quantities of narcotics and arresting seven individuals as part of 'Operation Ganjajuli'.
Sunita Ahuja takes on Govinda: 'If I get a confirmation, I will never forgive Govinda.'
A new study suggests that damage to the brain's white matter can trigger features often associated with neurodegenerative diseases, such as inflammation in the grey matter.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the BJP and RSS for undermining the Constitution and accused the TMC of failing to deliver on job creation promises during rallies in West Bengal.
A controversy has erupted over remarks made by Maharashtra MLA Vijay Wadettiwar regarding the shooting incident at an event attended by former US President Donald Trump. The BJP has demanded a condemnation from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, alleging that Wadettiwar justified the incident and is hoping for a similar attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
A Bengaluru court has sentenced Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni to life imprisonment for the murder of BJP leader Yogeshgouda Goudar. The court also sentenced 15 others to life imprisonment in connection with the 2016 murder case.
The European Union (EU) expressed solidarity with the people of India in commemoration of the first anniversary of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of 26 people on April 22 last year.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi paid tribute to the victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack on its first anniversary, asserting India's unity against terrorism and its resolve to stand against forces of hatred and fear.
Delhi Police have arrested a shop owner near the Kapashera border for selling expired food and cosmetic products. A large quantity of expired goods, including groceries and dairy products, were seized.
An SUV was destroyed by fire on a flyover in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, with preliminary investigations suggesting that the poor condition of the vehicle's tyres and high summer temperatures contributed to the incident. No injuries were reported.
The Delhi High Court has closed a rape and POCSO Act case against a man due to his consensual relationship with a minor, considering the impact on their young family.
The Congress party has criticised the Modi government on the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack, stating that Pakistan has gained global respectability due to the failure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy.
'As result, Netanyahu 'convinced' Trump to go to war with the help of overoptimistic Israeli intelligence assessments, essentially explaining to him that they only need to bomb Iran for 3-4 days, and the regime would then collapse.' 'Rather unsurprisingly, Netanyahu is ever since blaming his own intel service for the entire operation failing.'
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed the implementation of a naval blockade on Iranian ports, enforcing strict measures on vessels entering or departing, significantly escalating tensions between the two nations.
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