India's sole archer at the Youth Olympics, Gatha Khadake, was eliminated from the women's individual recurve U-18 competition after a narrow shoot-off loss to USA's Yeeun Whang in the quarterfinals on Monday. The third-seeded Indian fought hard through five sets, with the match ending 5-5 before Whang secured victory in the tie-breaker.
Police in Bhubaneswar have arrested eight people, including the prime accused, in connection with the shooting death of a 21-year-old man, Tapan Nayak. Initially reported as an interception at a flyover, investigations revealed the shooting occurred during a party in Sishupalgarh, where the prime accused, Pikun, allegedly fired a pistol. The accused then attempted to cover up the incident by taking the victim to the hospital and fabricating a story.
A professor at Delhi University's Daulat Ram College has been sent on leave following a complaint by a female student alleging sexual harassment and assault. The college's Internal Complaints Committee is investigating the matter, while the Students' Union demands swift and fair action.
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.
Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan paid an emotional tribute to football legend Cristiano Ronaldo as the Portuguese star announced his farewell to the national team. Satheesan highlighted Ronaldo's inspiring legacy of hard work and determination, particularly for football lovers in Kerala, and acknowledged his impact on millions of young minds.
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 Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing (EOW) has arrested Visarjan, a 51-year-old proclaimed offender, eight years after a case was registered against him. He is accused of cheating around 531 investors of Rs 3.23 crore through an unauthorised Ponzi scheme that promised attractive returns.
The Indian simulator racing unit has qualified for the prestigious Cup of Nations, a global championship held in Mumbai from November 7-9. Karl Verghese, the national champion, and Siddharth Sathgare will represent India in the 18-team event, organised by Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited in partnership with Formula 1.
The CBI successfully coordinated the extradition of Sajeer Palli Mooppam from the UAE, who was wanted by Delhi Police in an alleged sexual assault case. Mooppam was geolocated after a Red Corner Notice was issued, and he was brought back to New Delhi on Wednesday following due legal process.
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.
A man named Ravi was shot dead in north Delhi's Wazirabad area by an acquaintance, Kamal Goswami, over a revenge motive linked to a 2021 murder case. Police have arrested Kamal and another accused, Monu, in connection with the incident.
Punjab Police have busted an illegal arms module in Patiala, arresting three individuals and recovering nine .32-calibre pistols, 10 live cartridges, and 16 magazines. Investigations suggest the weapons were sourced from Madhya Pradesh, with further probes underway to identify the full network.
A Chennai court has granted the Central Crime Branch three days' custody of former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi in connection with an alleged private schools recognition scam. The police had sought five days to investigate the money trail in the multi-crore scam, and the court has set conditions for his medical examination and legal counsel's presence during interrogation.
A man in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, was arrested for allegedly murdering his wife by tying her to a chair, dousing her with petrol, and setting her on fire due to suspicion of an extramarital affair. The accused, Sukhbir Singh alias Monu, fled with their two children but was later apprehended. The victim, Sonam, 30, died in the blaze.
A 28-year-old woman was allegedly beheaded by her father-in-law and two brothers-in-law in Mahabubnagar district, Telangana, following a land dispute. The incident occurred on November 2, stemming from the transfer of 1.5 acres of land to her name, which was opposed by her in-laws. Police have registered a case against five absconding accused.
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.
Odisha Police has successfully dismantled a significant burglary racket, apprehending 12 individuals across Khurda, Ganjam, and Puri districts. The operation led to the recovery of 500 grams of gold and 11 kg of silver ornaments. The gang is linked to at least 15 burglaries over the past two years, primarily targeting jewellery shops in the region.
Chennai is on the verge of being confirmed as the host city for the 2029 Asian Athletics Championships, pending the submission of state government guarantees. This decision was made during the Asian Athletics Association council meeting in Tokyo on Tuesday, marking India's third time hosting the event.
An Odisha land acquisition officer, Ajay Kumar Garanaik, was arrested by the Vigilance Directorate on Monday for allegedly demanding and accepting a Rs 5 lakh bribe from a landowner. The bribe was sought to release compensation for land acquired for the Sambalpur-Talcher doubling rail line project.
A parliamentary committee on Monday reviewed the large number of pending sexual offence cases against children under the POCSO Act and the performance of fast-track courts in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Data reveals over 2.45 lakh such cases are pending nationally, with many trials exceeding the one-year deadline.
The Maharashtra Excise Department conducted two raids in Latur district, seizing illicit Goa-manufactured liquor and other materials valued at Rs 19.77 lakh. Cases have been registered under the Maharashtra Prohibition Act.
A doctor, previously accusing Malayalam actors Athulya Chandran and Bibin Perumpally of assault and robbery, is now suspected of sexually assaulting multiple women. This comes after a rape case was registered against him, and digital evidence from his phones revealed intimate moments with several women. The actors, arrested for allegedly assaulting the doctor to retrieve incriminating videos, had their bail petitions dismissed as the investigation continues.
A prominent Pakistani human rights lawyer couple, Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha, have filed appeals in the Islamabad High Court against their 10-year prison sentences in a security breach case. They were convicted for obstructing official duties during a cricket match in October 2024 and argue their trial was unfair, requesting suspension of sentences and bail.
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.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Thane, Maharashtra, has seized gutkha and pan masala worth Rs 42.96 lakh that were expired, banned, and improperly packed. The driver of the tempo transporting the illegal products was arrested, and authorities are searching for other individuals involved in the supply chain.
Four police personnel in Assam's Nagaon district were injured after being attacked by a drunk truck driver and his handyman inside Samaguri Police Station. The duo was brought in for questioning following a hit-and-run incident on Sunday night.
The India U17 football team is set to commence its AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers Group E campaign against Singapore on Wednesday in Kuala Lumpur, aiming for consecutive appearances in the continental tournament. The team, under new coach Mehrajuddin Wadoo, has undergone extensive preparation, including friendly matches in Myanmar and UAE.
Palwal police have successfully busted an inter-state gang involved in UPI fraud, arresting four members from Uttarakhand. The gang allegedly defrauded a resident of Rs 90,000. All four accused were produced in court and remanded to police custody for two days to aid in fund recovery and further investigation.
Four members of a family were found dead with their throats slit at their home in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Police suspect a male relative killed them before dying by suicide on a railway track.
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.
Indian American Pia Dandiya has won the election to the US House of Representatives from Florida's 22nd congressional district, defeating Marine veteran Casey Askar. Dandiya, a former high school principal, secured 51.9 per cent of the votes, becoming the newest Indian-American US congresswoman and turning a competitive district blue.
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.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has ordered an impartial probe into the death of police officer Dilip Puri, who was allegedly run over by a truck carrying illicit liquor in Dewas district. The CM also announced a job as sub-inspector for Puri's wife on compassionate grounds and financial assistance of Rs 1 crore for the family.
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.
The Indian cricketing community, including Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina, and Dinesh Karthik, took to social media to extend warm birthday wishes to batting maestro Virat Kohli as he turned 38 on Thursday. The celebration comes as Kohli marked his birthday with a stellar 74-run knock in a recent ODI against New Zealand and enters his 19th year in international cricket.
Delhi Police has arrested three men for operating an inter-state cyber fraud syndicate that targeted individuals, particularly in Tamil Nadu, by promising personal loans, insurance policies, and employment opportunities. The accused collected advance fees without delivering services, leading to a police investigation and arrests.
Three members of a family, including a woman, have been arrested in Patna for allegedly defrauding 27 investors of approximately Rs 3 crore. They promised to double investments within 20 months through an unregistered financial consultancy firm, offering 60% annual returns, but failed to deliver.
Indian AI company Sarvam has appointed Sashikumar Sreedharan, former Managing Director for India at Google Cloud, as its President and Chief Business Officer. He will lead business operations across enterprises and government, expanding Sarvam's reach with digital-native companies and partners, as the company grows its customer base and product development.
Notorious Chambal dacoit Kalli Gurjar, carrying an Rs 80,000 bounty and wanted in around 20 criminal cases, was arrested in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, on Thursday after an encounter where he sustained a leg injury. His associate Ajay Gurjar was also apprehended.
A Delhi court has granted bail to Mohammad Rustam, accused in a rioting incident where five people were allegedly attacked with a knife and a broken beer bottle. The court noted the trial's likely long duration and that no prosecution witnesses had been examined yet, leading to the decision.
