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A shooting incident in Punjab's Tarn Taran district resulted in one fatality and two injuries. Two individuals opened fire on three persons sitting in a car, leading to the death of Gursewak Singh. Police have identified the alleged shooters and are investigating the matter.
A CBI court in Ahmedabad has sentenced Satdhari Lal Sahu, a former archivist with the National Archives of India (NAI), to three years' rigorous imprisonment in a 14-year-old bribery case. Sahu was caught red-handed accepting Rs 15,000 for official documents.
A head clerk of Ayroor Grama Panchayat in Kerala was arrested by the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a Rs 5,000 bribe from a fish trader. The clerk had demanded money to avoid penalising the trader for operating an unlicensed business, despite the trader's pending licence transfer application.
A special MCOCA court in Mumbai has remanded Amar Mundiya, the 12th accused in the Tiger Shroff firing case, to police custody until November 6. Mundiya is accused of transferring money to co-accused, and his custody is deemed essential for further investigation into the financial transactions and digital applications used by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang members involved in the October 18 incident.
A 35-year-old woman was allegedly axed to death by her husband in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district following a domestic dispute. The accused, Mangil Sinku, has been arrested, and police are investigating the incident.
A 24-year-old alleged associate of the Mohit alias Baba gang, Harsh alias Nitish Thakur, has been arrested in New Delhi. He was apprehended on October 23 with a country-made pistol and was wanted in connection with an FIR from May 12 in Jahangirpuri. Thakur is believed to have supplied a pistol to gang leader Mohit Baba, who was arrested earlier.
Karnataka's final electoral roll, published on Tuesday, shows a significant reduction of nearly one crore voters following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, bringing the total count to 4.55 crore from 5.54 crore.
Delhi Police have dismantled an organised cyber fraud network responsible for duping individuals of over Rs 10 crore. Five individuals have been arrested across India in connection with 544 complaints. The fraudsters used a foreign-based application to send phishing messages, impersonating traffic challans and reward schemes, to steal money from victims.
The Maharashtra Animal Husbandry Department plans to implement solar energy projects across its buildings and land to achieve zero electricity bills and generate revenue by selling surplus power. A MoU was signed with MAHAPREIT to prepare a Detailed Project Report, with pilot projects starting in Pune and Beed.
Delhi Police arrested 62-year-old Vishwanath Singh alias Munna, who had been absconding for over 26 years in a murder case from 2000. The victim, Jai Prakash, was found injured in 1998 and later died. Investigations revealed Singh allegedly murdered Prakash with a hammer due to suspicion of an illicit affair with his wife, staging it as a hit-and-run. Singh was declared a proclaimed offender in 2001 and was traced through family members after years of changing residences and identities.
A retired accounts officer in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly defrauded of Rs 78 lakh by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI and IB officials. The fraudsters threatened him with 'digital arrest' and money laundering charges, coercing him into transferring funds from his bank accounts and selling property. An FIR has been registered, and police teams are investigating the case.
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.
A history-sheeter in Chennai was arrested for allegedly scribbling a fake contract murder advertisement on an MTC bus seat, intending to frame a rival gang member. The message included the rival's name and number, leading to an investigation that uncovered the perpetrator through CCTV footage. The accused confessed to the act, committed in an inebriated state due to a feud over a stolen mobile phone.
Police in Balod, Chhattisgarh, have apprehended three individuals, including a minor, for the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl. The incident occurred on October 14, and the arrests were made on Wednesday after the victim's parents reported the ordeal on October 27.
A man in Idukki, Kerala, allegedly attacked his wife with an iron rod at a post office before shooting himself dead with a revolver. The wife sustained serious head injuries and is in critical condition, while the husband died at the scene. Police are investigating the incident, which preliminary information suggests stemmed from family disputes.
A woman has filed a police complaint alleging that a fellow passenger secretly filmed her while she was travelling on a Namma Metro train in Bengaluru's Whitefield area. The incident occurred on Tuesday, leading to an FIR being registered and an ongoing investigation.
Gurugram police have dismantled an interstate illegal arms supply network, arresting four individuals and seizing a total of 13 illegal pistols and 27 magazines. The operation began with two arrests on October 29, leading to further arrests on Sunday of individuals transporting weapons from Madhya Pradesh for distribution in the Delhi-NCR region. The accused had been involved in arms trafficking for four years, earning significant commissions.
Police in Hyderabad are investigating a tragic incident where a 31-year-old man allegedly killed his two-year-old daughter before he and his wife died by suicide. Suicide notes were found, but the exact reasons remain unknown as of Tuesday.
Actress Athulya Chandra and two others were arrested in Kochi on Thursday for allegedly assaulting a doctor. The doctor claims he was lured to a flat under false pretences, accused of drugging and raping an aunt of one of the accused, and then beaten and robbed of valuables worth Rs 3.25 lakh. Police have registered an FIR and launched an investigation.
JK Tyre has signed 11-year-old racing sensation Atiqa Mir, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing young talent in Indian motorsport. Mir, who has already achieved significant success on the international karting circuit, including podium finishes and victories in Europe, is the first Indian supported by the F1 Academy and the highest-ranked female in her category. This sponsorship highlights her potential as an emerging talent and JK Tyre's legacy in supporting top Indian drivers.
Madhya Pradesh police have expanded their investigation into the killing of SHO Dilip Puri, who was run over by an illicit liquor truck on Monday. Three people, including an alleged kingpin, have been arrested, and teams are searching for the absconding truck driver, Gajendra alias Akku Rawat, in Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. The police aim to dismantle the entire illegal liquor smuggling network.
The body of a 32-year-old e-rickshaw driver, Birju Rai, was discovered in bushes in east Delhi's Mayur Vihar on Thursday, with police suspecting murder due to injury marks on his head. Rai, a resident of Noida and sole breadwinner for his family, had been missing since Wednesday. Authorities are investigating, scanning CCTV footage, and awaiting the post-mortem report to determine the exact cause of death.
A man was arrested by the Gujarat Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a Rs 2 lakh bribe on behalf of a sub-inspector. During a search of his car, authorities discovered Rs 49 lakh in cash, prompting an investigation into its source.
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.
Police in Gumla, Jharkhand, have arrested one man and seized a significant cache of illegal weapons, including an AK-56 rifle, following an operation to thwart a planned major crime. The operation led to the recovery of various firearms and ammunition from a vehicle whose occupants fled upon police arrival. Authorities are continuing their search for other suspects and investigating the source of the weapons.
Assam Police's Special Task Force has arrested six individuals for allegedly running an organised financial fraud racket using mule bank accounts. The operation, which began on October 28, uncovered suspicious transactions amounting to lakhs of rupees and revealed potential links to Pakistan Intelligence Operatives. Investigations are ongoing to dismantle the syndicate and trace the fraudulent funds.
The Palghar forest department is investigating a man's claim of a leopard attack on October 27. Initial findings at the site revealed electric poles and cut wires, but no leopard pugmarks, raising doubts about the claim. Compensation is contingent on proving a wild animal attack and adherence to wildlife protection laws.
India A showcased a dominant performance on the second day of the third unofficial Test against New Zealand A. Half-centuries from Dhruv Jurel, Tilak Varma, and Washington Sundar propelled India A to a strong total of 464 for five declared. Fast bowler Prasidh Krishna then made early inroads, claiming two wickets to leave New Zealand A struggling at 36 for 2 at stumps, with India A holding a substantial lead.
India's skeet mixed teams failed to secure a medal at the ISSF World Championships in Doha. The pair of Raiza Dhillon and Mairaj Ahmad Khan finished fourth, missing out on a podium finish after Raiza's five misses proved decisive in the final. This result adds to India's overall disappointing campaign, with only one individual medal and Olympic quota secured so far.
Indian men's hockey team chief coach Craig Fulton expressed his delight after defending the Asian Champions Trophy title at home. He emphasised that his primary focus remains on defence, a strategy that has consistently yielded positive results for the team. India secured their sixth overall ACT crown by defeating Japan 4-1 on Thursday.
A 32-year-old woman, Divya Shukla, carrying a Rs 25,000 reward, has been arrested in connection with the murder of three men over a parking dispute in Lucknow. This brings the total arrests to eight. The victims, including an RSS functionary, were killed on Monday. Police have also taken action against several officers and sealed an accused's house.
Police in Jharkhand have booked a missionary school principal for allegedly raping a tribal woman, forcing an abortion, and threatening her. The accused is currently absconding. In a separate incident, a man and his father were booked in Chatra for the alleged rape of a Scheduled Caste woman and casteist slurs, linked to a loan dispute.
Insurance claims from cyberattacks on Indian banks and businesses have surged, particularly in the first half of FY27, with bank claims alone exceeding 150 crore. Despite this, premiums remain soft due to abundant reinsurance capacity, though experts warn of potential rate hikes if claims continue to rise.
A woman, Aishwarya (21), has been arrested in connection with the murder of 17-year-old Abhiram in Thiruvananthapuram. She is accused of conspiring and helping the main accused, Umar Mufthar, evade arrest. Police allege she was aware of the murder plan and advised Mufthar on how to avoid detection. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala visited the victim's family and promised an impartial investigation, also raising concerns about juvenile involvement in serious crimes and potential amendments to the Juvenile Justice Act.
'Many women lose control of properties after their husband's death.'
Former Brazil international Douglas Maicon is set to visit Kolkata on November 13-14 as a global brand ambassador for King Sports Management. His visit aims to bolster grassroots football development, youth scouting, and provide technical insights to young Indian talent, including a talent hunt programme.
The Jammu and Kashmir Football Association (JKFA) is set to hold fresh elections on November 25, mandated by a court order. This move aims to align the football governing body with the AIFF constitution and the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, following a petition by former office-bearers.
Mumbai is set to host two significant professional golf tournaments, including the inaugural Shri Shashi Ruia Memorial Golf Championship from January 12 to 15, 2027, at Willingdon Sports Club. This new event, with a Rs 2 crore prize purse, is part of a five-year partnership between the DP World PGTI and Essar Foundation, honouring late Essar co-founder Shashi Ruia. It will be preceded by the Rs 1 crore CIDCO Open in December 2026, collectively offering a Rs 3 crore prize purse and boosting opportunities for Indian golf professionals.
District and sessions courts across several Maharashtra cities, including Pune, Thane, Hingoli, Beed, and Nanded, received email threats of bomb blasts on Monday. This led to evacuations and extensive searches by police and bomb disposal squads. All threats were later declared hoaxes, and investigations are underway to trace the source of these emails.
