India's Vaishnavi Adkar and Rutuja Bhosale finished as runners-up in the WTA 250 Chennai Open women's doubles final, losing to the Swiss combination of Simona Waltert and Naima Karamoko. Despite the loss, their achievement marks a significant milestone for Indian women's tennis, being the first all-Indian pair to reach a WTA Tour-level doubles final. The singles final was postponed to Monday due to rain and Diwali fireworks.
A fugitive prisoner, Sachin Singh Thakur, who had escaped from custody on October 21, was arrested in Bareilly on Wednesday after a police encounter. Thakur, carrying a Rs 25,000 reward, sustained a bullet injury, and a head constable was also injured during the exchange of fire. Police recovered an illegal pistol from him.
'China has built highways on its side and enjoys a geographical advantage. If we cannot build roads, how can we expect our forces to transport equipment and other essential supplies to defend the borders?'
A 23-year-old woman was found dead at her home in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh. Police have registered a dowry death case against her absconding husband and in-laws. The woman's family alleges she was strangled to death and her body was hung to stage a suicide, following persistent harassment over dowry demands since her marriage in December 2022.
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.
IT services giant Cognizant has established its 'OpenAI Frontier Capability Group', comprising over 25,000 professionals. This new group aims to deliver OpenAI products like Codex and ChatGPT to clients, helping enterprises integrate advanced AI models into their core operations. Cognizant is also scaling OpenAI internally across its sales and customer success functions.
Ghanakanta Gogoi, the prime accused in the Guwahati hotel firing incident that claimed five lives, was killed in a police encounter in Assam's Sivasagar district early Wednesday. Police stated he was shot while allegedly attempting to escape from custody by snatching an officer's weapon.
A special CBI court in Kochi is set to deliver its verdict on November 12 in the 2012 Ariyil Shukoor murder case. CPI(M) leaders P Jayarajan and T V Rajesh are among the accused in the killing of Muslim Youth League activist Shukoor, which the CBI alleges was in retaliation for an attack on Jayarajan. The case has garnered significant political attention.
Jaypal Malviya, a 31-year-old farmer and idol-maker from Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, has become the first Indian shooter to secure an Olympic quota for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. His journey is remarkable, starting from a casual interest in shooting at village fairs to winning a silver medal at the ISSF World Championships in Doha with a second-hand pistol. Despite financial challenges and a lack of formal coaching, Malviya's dedication has led him to this significant achievement, though his place in the Olympic squad will depend on future trials.
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.
A 17-year-old Class 12 student was found hanging from a ceiling fan at her home in Wazirpur JJ Colony, northwest Delhi, on Tuesday. Her family suspects foul play, and police are investigating the incident, with no suicide note found.
Amritsar Commissionerate Police has dismantled three distinct drug trafficking and illegal arms smuggling networks, leading to the arrest of eight individuals. Authorities recovered 11 pistols and 2.293 kg of heroin, with investigations revealing links to foreign-based handlers facilitating weapon supply.
Punjab Police have dismantled three separate drug trafficking and illegal arms smuggling networks in Amritsar, arresting eight individuals. The operations led to the recovery of 11 pistols and over 2 kg of heroin. Preliminary investigations suggest links to foreign-based handlers supplying illegal weapons.
The Caribbean Football Union (CFU) has announced its endorsement of Gianni Infantino for another term as FIFA president in the upcoming March election. This decision follows Infantino's recent visits to the Caribbean and FIFA's increased financial contributions and development investments, which are crucial for smaller nations. The CFU's support comes despite past controversies surrounding Infantino's aborted World Cup investment plan, with the union calling for continued transparency and good governance.
A 16-year-old girl was allegedly hacked to death by her uncle with an axe in Rajasthan's Didwana district on Tuesday after an argument. Her grandmother, who tried to intervene, was seriously injured. The accused later attempted suicide by consuming pesticide and is now undergoing treatment under police custody.
A court in Kochi dismissed appeals seeking to cancel the bail granted to a 17-year-old boy, son of an Additional District Sessions Court judge, who was allegedly driving a Mercedes-Benz involved in a fatal accident. The court highlighted procedural lapses by the investigation team and directed police to strictly adhere to the Juvenile Justice Act. The victim's family expressed deep disappointment with the verdict, questioning public confidence in the judiciary.
A new study reveals that volunteer dog-handler teams can be effectively trained to detect invasive alien plant species with high accuracy, offering a promising and cost-effective method for early detection and control of these biodiversity threats.
A passenger arriving from Sharjah was arrested at Ahmedabad airport on Tuesday after Customs officials found 495 grams of 24-karat gold paste, valued at over Rs 72 lakh, concealed in his luggage. The individual, Moin Sabin Vahora, faces charges under the Customs Act.
CCTV footage has emerged showing Youth Congress workers allegedly assaulting YouTuber Rajan Joseph inside Adoor police station in Keralam in July. The visuals, aired on Saturday, have prompted the CPI(M) to demand action against those involved, including Congress leader Sreena Devi Kunjamma, who had filed a complaint against Joseph. Youth Congress leaders deny any assault took place.
'A woman who changed the course of history. Or perhaps, one could say, set it upon the path it was always destined to take.'
Police in Kozhinjampara, Kerala, have arrested Martin Ignesimuthu, the male friend of Nivedya, in connection with the drowning deaths of her two children, Jennifer Juliet and Robin Christopher, on September 29. Nivedya was previously arrested, and further investigation, including digital evidence analysis, led to Ignesimuthu's arrest on Wednesday night, as police believe he had an active role in the crime.
Kolkata Police have arrested a man in Dum Dum for allegedly posting derogatory comments and circulating false information about West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and other BJP leaders on social media. The arrest followed a complaint, and the accused is scheduled to appear in court later on Monday.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has concluded that former Kerala Health Minister Veena George was not assaulted by KSU activists at Kannur railway station, contrary to earlier claims. The report, submitted to the State Police Chief, could lead to disciplinary action against George's former gunman and the initial police investigation team.
A 17-year-old boy, Abhiram, was found dead, stuffed in a sack among banana plants in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday, after being reported missing on Sunday. Police suspect the murder is connected to a relationship, with several persons, including minors, taken into custody for questioning. The family seeks answers regarding the circumstances of his death.
Gurdial Singh Bhangu, the coach who led the Indian women's hockey team to a historic gold medal at the 2002 Commonwealth Games, has passed away at 86 in Surrey, Canada. His tactical brilliance, particularly his advice during the dramatic final against England, was crucial to India's victory. Bhangu's legacy also includes coaching the Nigerian women's team and winning a silver medal at the 1998 Bangkok Asian Games with India, earning him the Dronacharya Award in 2000.
A 24-year-old alleged member of the Himanshu Bhau gang, Yashpal, has been arrested in outer Delhi's Sultanpuri area. Police recovered two country-made pistols and three live cartridges from him during a raid. He was apprehended after attempting to flee from officers patrolling the area.
Indian shuttler Tanvi Patri secured a historic silver medal at the Youth Olympics, becoming the first Indian woman to achieve this feat in individual badminton. She fought valiantly in a three-game final against China's Zhang Yi Xin, showcasing immense potential.
Japan secured a 2-1 victory over Asian Games silver medallists Malaysia in their final round-robin match of the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament, finishing third in the standings. Kentaro Fukuda scored both goals for Japan. Earlier, China and Bangladesh drew 1-1, eliminating them from semi-final contention.
A court in Uttar Pradesh's Kaushambi district has sentenced a man's wife, mother-in-law, and brother-in-law to life imprisonment for his murder. The case dates back to June 24, 2009, when the victim, Shivlal Pasi, allegedly died by consuming poison after being harassed by his in-laws. The court convicted the three based on evidence and witness statements, also imposing a fine of Rs 10,000 on each.
A Delhi court has granted bail to Gassama Thomas, an African national accused in an international drug syndicate case, stating that merely being an African national does not presume conspiracy. The court noted insufficient evidence linking him to the larger syndicate or the commercial quantity of drugs recovered from other flats, as only an intermediate quantity was found in his shared flat without direct proof of his knowledge or sole occupancy.
A man in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has been booked for allegedly sharing objectionable photographs and videos of a 19-year-old married woman with her husband on Instagram. The accused, who knew the woman before her marriage, reportedly recorded the content during a WhatsApp video call in May 2024.
Meghalaya is making significant progress in its preparations for the 39th National Games next year, according to Sunaina Kumari, chairperson of the Games Technical Conduct Committee (GTCC). Following a four-day inspection, the GTCC expressed satisfaction with infrastructure development and inter-departmental coordination for the event, which proposes to host 39 sporting disciplines across Shillong, Jowai, and Tura.
A police officer was killed and a constable injured in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district while attempting to intercept a truck carrying illicit liquor. The incident has led to a major crackdown on the liquor mafia, with key suspects arrested and a larger network being investigated. The Chief Minister has ordered an impartial probe and announced financial assistance and a job for the officer's family, while the incident has also sparked political debate.
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.
An alleged altercation in Assam's Biswanath district on Monday led to a man from Arunachal Pradesh shooting one of his brothers-in-law dead and injuring another with a sharp weapon. The incident occurred at Rajgarh, near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, as the accused reportedly sought to take his wife home. Police are investigating and a hunt is on for the accused.
A 15-year-old girl with mental disabilities was allegedly raped in Bihar's Begusarai district. Villagers apprehended two accused individuals following the incident and handed them over to the police. The alleged crime occurred on Sunday evening at an abandoned house, and a forensic team has collected evidence.
Delhi Police arrested two alleged gangsters, Rahul Sharma and Gautam, near Rani Khera bus depot on October 20. They were found with Italian-made pistols and live cartridges, reportedly en route from Rohtak to Delhi to attack a rival gang. Both accused have extensive criminal records, including murder and robbery, and Sharma was operating in violation of an externment order.
A private clinic owner and the husband of a 26-year-old pregnant woman have been arrested in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, after the woman died during an alleged illegal abortion. Police investigations revealed the abortion was conducted illegally after a sex determination test, without a qualified medical professional present.
A police officer was killed and a constable injured in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district while attempting to intercept a truck carrying illicit liquor. The incident has led to a crackdown on the liquor mafia, with three suspects, including the alleged kingpin, taken into custody. The truck was reportedly transporting illegal alcohol to Gujarat. The Chief Minister has ordered an impartial probe and announced compensation, while political parties are trading accusations regarding the state's law and order situation.
Gurugram police arrested two men, Deepak and Rahul, seizing five pistols and 11 magazines. Deepak, wanted in eight criminal cases including murder and kidnapping, was allegedly forming a new gang after being released on bail. He reportedly procured weapons to settle disputes and avenge a past murder, and has an extensive criminal record across multiple regions.
