A 13-year-old tribal girl in Baran district was allegedly sexually abused, leading to critical injuries and emergency surgery at Kota's JK Lon Hospital. Despite her parents initially refusing a police report and medical examination, authorities registered a case under the POCSO Act against unidentified accused and proceeded with a medical examination. The girl is now stable and out of danger.
Samajwadi Party leader and former Uttar Pradesh minister Azam Khan was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday in a money laundering case. This arrest occurred shortly after he and his son were released on bail in a separate dual PAN cards case. Khan will be produced before a special PMLA court, as the ED investigates 58 FIRs against him, including allegations of diverting government funds for his private university.
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.
Delhi Police have dismantled an organised insurance-related cyber fraud syndicate in Janakpuri, west Delhi, apprehending 43 individuals, including 32 women. The operation, which followed a tip-off, revealed a call centre impersonating insurance company representatives to cheat policyholders. The alleged kingpin and four others have been arrested, with investigations ongoing to trace the source of policyholder data and identify affected customers.
A 32-year-old man, Vikram, was bludgeoned to death by his friend Sagar during a drunken altercation stemming from an old rivalry. The accused then tied bricks to the body and dumped it in the Najafgarh drain. Police recovered the body on Wednesday evening and arrested Sagar and Parveen alias Bholu on October 29.
Jabalpur Police and Uttar Pradesh Narcotics Wing jointly seized 871 kg of ganja, valued at Rs 4.35 crore, from a container truck in Jabalpur. Two individuals were arrested in connection with the drug bust, which involved a consignment being transported from Odisha to Maihar.
Preliminary post-mortem reports indicate that asphyxia due to intense chest pressure was the likely cause of death for most of the 19 victims in a Durga Puja pandal stampede in Kolkata. Reports also noted serious internal injuries, including damage to vital organs and fractures, in some victims.
Nanded police have filed a chargesheet within 48 hours against two men accused of assaulting and molesting a woman. The incident occurred on October 16 after an argument over sending a daughter to school escalated, leading to the woman being slapped and her modesty outraged.
The Cabinet Secretariat declined to act on complaints from two Election Commissioners regarding a Senior Deputy Election Commissioner's conduct, citing that the communications were in an "individual capacity" and not an official stance from the Election Commission as a whole. This decision was based on concerns about potential interference in the constitutional body's functioning.
Delhi Police arrested three men, Navdeep Goyat, Bunty, and Sandeep, with 1.279 kg of charas allegedly procured from Himachal Pradesh for sale in the national capital. The arrests were made near Yashobhoomi T-point in Dwarka on October 27, following an intelligence-based operation. The accused planned to sell the contraband in the Delhi-NCR region. One of the accused, Navdeep Goyat, has 17 previous criminal cases, including murder.
Israel's parliamentary election results have led to uncertainty in government formation, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc failed to secure a majority. The situation is further complicated by allegations of electoral fraud and foreign interference, which have been refuted by election officials and the Shin Bet security agency.
Bengaluru Police have arrested Ritesh Pandey, a Delhi-based man, in connection with the uploading of a purported sting operation video targeting former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on social media. This marks the first arrest in the case, which involves allegations of a political conspiracy and an ongoing investigation into the video's origin and circulation.
The accused in the Raptadu school girls attack case, Hemant, is conscious and stable, though doctors are working to save his severely injured right leg. Meanwhile, the other injured girl is recovering well, but has expressed anger and questioned why the accused is receiving medical treatment, demanding severe punishment for him.
Two men from Bihar have been arrested for allegedly blackmailing a 22-year-old IT employee in Pune through fake social media accounts, extorting Rs 1.77 lakh, and driving him to suicide. The victim's father lodged a complaint, leading to the arrests and seizure of electronic devices. Police are searching for other suspects involved in the case.
PAPs can reduce expenditure by 30 to 60 per cent for some expensive immunotherapies and targeted therapies.
The Nagpur Crime Branch has intercepted a truck carrying 39,000 bottles of spurious liquor, valued at Rs 15.60 lakh, intended for illegal supply to Gadchiroli. One person has been arrested, and another accused is on the run. A case has been registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Maharashtra Prohibition Act.
Security forces in Manipur's Kangpokpi district arrested three individuals on Tuesday in connection with an ambush that killed three Meitei men. Two of the arrested have admitted involvement, leading to the recovery of a significant cache of arms and ammunition. Separately, 17 individuals were detained near the SINAI camp.
The Delhi Traffic Police has intensified its enforcement drive under GRAP anti-pollution measures, issuing 433 challans for no-entry violations, checking 7,657 vehicles at city borders, and turning back 609 vehicles for not meeting prescribed emission standards, leading to massive traffic snarls.
Police in Ahmedabad have seized heroin and mephedrone worth nearly Rs 25 crore from the Ahmedabad-Vadodara Expressway, arresting three individuals with prior criminal records in connection with an inter-state drug trafficking network.
A three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed in Shimla to probe two cases against former SSP Sanjeev Kumar Gandhi. The allegations include misappropriation and misuse of government funds, cheating, and using forged documents, totalling over Rs 16 lakh. Gandhi denies the charges, claiming he is being targeted.
A faction of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), claiming support from 27 state units, met Union Minister of State for Sports Raksha Khadse to seek intervention regarding alleged governance lapses by president Ajay Singh. The group submitted a memorandum to the Sports Ministry, IOA, and World Boxing president, detailing accusations of power concentration, sidelining elected members, and lack of grassroots development. This comes after a planned no-confidence motion was put on hold by the Punjab and Haryana High Court until November 13. The BFI later issued a statement claiming unity among its state units.
Telangana's Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a Disproportionate Assets case against a Civil Supplies department official in Mahabubabad district. Searches at seven locations revealed assets worth approximately Rs 9.41 crore, including immovable and movable properties. The investigation is ongoing, with further verification of assets and their sources underway.
Unidentified assailants opened fire inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park in the early hours of Tuesday, killing one person and injuring others. Police and forest department personnel are investigating the incident, which occurred in the Chena beat of the Yeoor Range in Thane. The motive and identities are yet to be officially established as joint inquiries are underway.
Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed has claimed victory in Michigan's Senate race, making him the first Muslim elected to the United States Senate, a historic win amidst a nationwide Democratic sweep in the 2026 midterm elections.
Activists Prashant Bhushan, Anjali Bharadwaj, Yogendra Yadav, and Neha Bora have raised serious questions about the Election Commission's decision-making process for the nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. They allege contradictions in the EC's statements, lack of transparency regarding decisions, concerns over centralisation of the electoral database, and unauthorised changes to Form 6, calling for greater accountability and disclosure of records.
An assistant block education officer in Odisha's Jajpur district was raided by the Vigilance department on Monday in connection with a disproportionate assets case, leading to the unearthing of three buildings and 19 high-value plots. The search operation is ongoing.
The Punjab government has intensified its crackdown on illegal mining across Pathankot, Kapurthala, and Sri Anandpur Sahib. Operations led to the seizure of heavy machinery and vehicles, registration of cases, and one arrest. Mines and Geology Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal affirmed the government's commitment to eliminating illegal mining and ensuring strict legal action against violators.
A month after Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar was shot dead in Thane, his family accuses the police of shielding the real culprits and ignoring evidence, despite five arrests. The killing has heightened political tensions, with protests and opposition leaders expressing solidarity, while police maintain they are conducting a comprehensive investigation to establish the motive.
A deputy station manager in Kalyan, Thane, has been booked by railway police for allegedly sending inappropriate WhatsApp messages and making improper advances towards a woman colleague. The case was registered under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
The Indian Olympic Association has formed a five-member Games Technical Conduct Committee to oversee the technical aspects and sports programme of the 39th National Games, scheduled for Meghalaya in 2027. The committee, chaired by Sunaina Kumari, will ensure technical compliance and athlete-centred preparation for the event.
The BJP secured six of the 11 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council seats, while the Samajwadi Party won three, with counting ongoing for the remaining constituencies. Key wins for BJP included Agra Graduates' and Meerut Teachers' and Graduates' seats, while SP claimed Allahabad-Jhansi Graduates' and Varanasi Teachers' constituencies. The elections were marked by allegations of voter manipulation and irregularities, particularly in the Gorakhpur-Faizabad Teachers' constituency, and SP president Akhilesh Yadav also raised concerns about the treatment of a winning candidate.
A 24-year-old man, Harsh, was fatally stabbed in Sultanpuri, Delhi, in an alleged revenge attack. He managed to drag himself to his front door before collapsing and later died. His companion, Jatin, was also injured. Police have arrested one accused, Deepak, and are searching for others. Preliminary investigations suggest the attack was retaliation for an earlier clash between the groups.
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh raised concerns with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh regarding the sealing of the Indian Air Force's sports complex within the Race Course Air Force Station by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. The move, which led to the cancellation of a farewell event, is part of a broader government drive to reclaim prime land parcels in the area, despite the IAF citing operational importance and a 2014 joint survey.
Former Sports Minister Anurag Thakur has called for the inclusion of popular sports like arm wrestling and Mallakhamb in the Olympics, citing their growing global popularity. His remarks came during the opening of the 47th WAF World Armwrestling Championship in New Delhi, an event also attended by Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, who pledged full government support.
Mumbai Police conducted a two-day anti-narcotics operation, seizing drugs worth Rs 15.87 crore, arresting 21 absconding accused, and registering 72 cases. The drive, part of the 'Drug-Free Mumbai' and 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan' campaigns, also saw the invocation of MCOCA against a drug syndicate and the demolition of illegal structures.
Punjab Police's Counter Intelligence wing in Amritsar has dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling module, arresting three individuals and recovering 10 foreign-made .30 bore pistols. The accused were in contact with a foreign-based handler and intended to supply weapons to criminal elements.
A Delhi-based man, Ritesh Pandey, has been arrested in connection with an alleged sting operation targeting former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Police are investigating his links to a mobile phone used to upload the controversial videos and are examining the digital trail. Siddaramaiah has called the operation "totally concocted", while his son alleged involvement of Congress members. Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge has assured a transparent and thorough investigation, promising to expose those behind it.
Bangladesh's junior minister Ishraque Hossain resigned on Monday after facing controversy for personally leading an armed raid on a suspected drug den in Dhaka. He had uploaded a video of the raid on social media, which sparked public debate and led Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to ask for his resignation. Hossain defended his actions, citing his firearm licence and desire to combat drugs, but criticised media narratives.
The Delhi Police conducted 'shuddh prahar', a 10-day operation in northeast Delhi, leading to the arrest of 569 individuals for various criminal activities ahead of the festive season. The crackdown resulted in significant recoveries, including remote radio units worth Rs 4 crore, over 800 kg of firecrackers, and 221.5 kg of adulterated ghee, alongside arrests for murder, theft, drug peddling, and gambling.
Nineteen children, including five below the age of 14, were rescued from garment and artificial jewellery factories in east Delhi's Gandhi Nagar area. They were allegedly made to work for as little as Rs 10 a day. Nine factory owners have been apprehended and nine factories sealed following the crackdown.
