Journalist Kuldip Nayar's autobiography recounts Pakistan founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah's despairing remark, "What have I done?", after witnessing the mass displacement during the 1947 Partition. The article also details Nayar's own grim experiences of the communal violence and human tragedy at the time, highlighting the immense upheaval that accompanied the division of the subcontinent, now commemorated as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day.
A 32-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her live-in partner in Jaipur, who then buried her body in the garden of their rented house and fled. The crime was discovered by the landlord when he found a hand protruding from freshly dug soil. Police are investigating and searching for the accused.
A 70-year-old mother in Azamgarh recounts the tragic loss of her second son, Arvind Singh, who allegedly shot dead his wife and two priests before being killed in a police encounter. The incident followed an argument during a religious ritual, leaving three children orphaned and traumatised.
The main accused in a viral video harassment case from Jamui, Bihar, Nandan Yadav, has been arrested after being shot in the leg by police. The incident involved the harassment of a boy and a girl, sparking widespread criticism and leading to a police investigation and multiple arrests.
Four individuals, including the homestay owner, have been arrested in Darjeeling after a young woman tourist sustained severe burn injuries during a barbecue session. The incident, which occurred due to a liquid being poured onto the grill, has led to allegations of negligence and inadequate safety measures by the victim's family.
Alia Bhatt shares a photo dump from the intimate wedding of her friend, actress Akansha Ranjan, to filmmaker Sharan Sharma.
A woman riding a sports bike on Gurugram's Golf Course Road was allegedly hit by a speeding car whose occupants had previously harassed her. The car dragged her bike for several metres, and the occupants fled. The incident was captured on camera, and police are investigating.
The devastating floods in Nepal have brought back memories of two major disasters in Uttarakhand in recent years, the Rishiganga tragedy of February 2021 and the Dharali disaster of August 2025, which caused extensive loss of life and property and left thousands struggling to rebuild their lives.
Bollywood is super busy this July. Joginder Tuteja lists the movies coming up in theatres.
Scenes from the aftermath of a shooting at the Debsirin Nonthaburi school in Bang Kruai district, Nonthaburi province, on the outskirts of Bangkok, Thailand, August 7, 2026. Three students and three teachers have died in the shooting. The killer, a 14-year-old Class 9 student, is believed to have died by suicide.
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil delivers a scary, bloody and surprisingly funny ride that mostly gets away with its bold choices.
From psychological mind-benders to folklore nightmares and zombie comedies, these 10 Hindi horror films prove Bollywood has produced far more than just things that go bump in the night.
From Tumbbad to Kantara, these folklore-fuelled films prove Indian cinema has plenty of strange, spooky and spectacular myths to bring to the big screen.
The father of a three-year-old boy, who allegedly endured hours of physical abuse inside his playschool in northeast Delhi, has claimed that CCTV footage showed his son tied to a chair for nearly three hours, beaten and kicked repeatedly, and, in one instance, a person placing hands on the child's private parts.
A 15-year-old Class 9 student was fatally stabbed in Delhi's Nangloi area by three juveniles following a dispute over his friendship with a girl. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon, and all three suspects were apprehended by police within hours.
The Vvaan weaves an old-fashioned yarn of spiritual beliefs against a theme of folklore horror that detours into an action-packed, bombastic Telugu supernatural territory concluding in a part harmless, part tedious watch, notes Sukanya Verma.
The pendency of rape cases in courts rose from 83 per cent in 2013 to 89 per cent in 2024, while the conviction rate fell from 27 per cent to 23 per cent in the same period.
A passenger travelling in an AC coach of the Una Himachal-Indore Express was allegedly bitten on the nose by a rat, leading to a complaint on X. Railway officials confirmed the incident, stating that first aid was provided and anti-rodent measures had been taken before departure.
From franchise finales and superstar sequels, Ajay Devgn and Rajinikanth are all set to lead the October charge.
This week's OTT releases feature a diverse range of films and series, including Huma Qureshi's Baby Do Die Do, Aneet Padda's Hunkaar: The Roar, Parineeti Chopra's OTT debut in Shaque: Trust No One, Nayanthara's romcom Hi, and the animated Toy Story 5.
This week's OTT releases offer a diverse range of genres, from the controversial sequel The Kerala Story 2 and the action-packed Man on Fire to the horror-comedy Raakaasa and the political satire TN 2026, ensuring there's something for every viewer.
A 36-year-old man, Mohammad Rizwan Ansari, was arrested within 12 hours after a video showing him assaulting a woman on a Mumbai suburban local train went viral. The incident, stemming from a seat argument, led to charges under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Tim Curry, celebrated for his unforgettable performances in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Clue, and Annie, has passed away at 80, prompting an outpouring of tributes from Hollywood and fans worldwide.
Hunkkaar: The Roar is a fairly familiar fight for justice that builds far too many flimsy narratives around its core conflict, runs out of ammunition and speaks out of turn in a needlessly cussing tone, notes Sukanya Verma.
From unexpected cameos to sneaky Easter eggs, these Hindi films have quietly created some wonderfully weird cinematic universes of their own.
Dhoomakethu has a fun time-loop premise, a game Sajin Gopu and some genuinely funny moments, but runs out of steam long before Kuttan can break free.
Immortal has a seductive premise and good performances, but this vampire tale could have used a lot more bite.
This week's OTT releases offer a diverse selection, from Suriya's family drama Vishwanath & Sons and Nikkhil Advani's historical series The Revolutionaries to thrillers like Ghamasaan and international mysteries.
This week's OTT releases offer a diverse range of entertainment, from a violent spin on the Devdas story in DC to the return of the Dhamaal gang in Dhamaal 4, and the latest intergalactic adventures of The Mandalorian and Grogu.
'When I was shooting the scene, I started welling up and I don't know why.'
Get ready for a packed September as Bollywood unveils a diverse slate of theatrical releases, promising a thrilling mix of drama, psychological thrillers, and supernatural tales for movie enthusiasts.
This Mummy is all sound and fury, signifying nothing, discovers Mayur Sanap.
From Pink and Thappad to Aadukalam and Game Over, these 10 films showcase Taapsee Pannu at her most powerful and versatile.
Its unresolved, noncommittal conclusion is exactly the sort of anticlimactic reality Daayra wants to bring our attention to. Neither justice nor revenge can undo the fate met by the world's Nirbhayas or Arushis, observes Sukanya Verma.
We revisit Saif Ali Khan's memorable two-hero film collaborations with stars like Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn, Aamir Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan, showcasing his versatility and unique acting prowess.
I'm Game starts with a wickedly fun possessed-hand premise and plenty of style, only to lose its grip in a predictable second half.
Actress Bipasha Basu has raised concerns over food safety and the quality of packaged food after claiming that she found several tiny worms inside a newly opened food container, prompting her to seek intervention from Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe.
Visitors Pakistan replaced seven players and their head coach on Monday, after suffering two heavy losses to England in their ongoing three-Test series.
A five-storey PG accommodation in Satya Niketan, South-West Delhi, collapsed, trapping numerous students and raising immediate concerns about building safety and construction standards in congested areas. Residents reported a "sudden tremor" and rushed to assist in rescue efforts, highlighting the precarious state of old buildings converted into student housing without proper maintenance or structural checks.
A five-storey building in South Delhi's Satya Niketan area collapsed, trapping an estimated 30 to 50 students under the debris. Rescue operations are ongoing, with locals reporting calls from those trapped inside. The building, a PG accommodation, was reportedly undergoing basement construction and had a weak foundation. Residents expressed concerns about the age and maintenance of buildings in the area.
