R Praggnanandhaa drew with Andrey Esipenko, while Javokhir Sindarov defeated Hikaru Nakamura to maintain his lead in the Candidates Tournament. In the women's event, Divya Deshmukh drew, and R Vaishali faced a difficult position.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced cash prizes for the state's medal winners at the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games and promised future rewards for Olympic athletes.
Ayush Mhatre showcased his abundant talent with a 43-ball 73, powering Chennai Super Kings to a competitive 209/5 against Punjab Kings in the IPL 2026 match in Chennai on Friday.
A man in Uttar Pradesh, India, has been arrested for allegedly killing his nine-month-old son with an axe following an argument with his wife. Police are investigating the incident and suspect the accused may be mentally unstable.
A 24-year-old man died in a suspected cylinder blast at his home in Delhi's Seemapuri area, hours after he allegedly stabbed a teenage girl. Police are investigating the sequence of events and whether the blast was accidental or deliberate.
Haryana Labour Minister Anil Vij reveals a major scam in the labour department, with nearly 90% of work slips examined found to be fake. An investigation into the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board reveals potential losses of thousands of crores of rupees.
US forces have launched search and rescue efforts for a US fighter jet, which several news outlets, including the Wall Street Journal and CNN, said had been shot down over Iran.
A foreign brokerage warns that sustained crude oil prices above USD 100 per barrel could push India's inflation above the RBI's tolerance level, potentially triggering interest rate hikes.
Delhi Police have arrested a 22-year-old alleged gangster, Aryan, associated with the Sonu Dariyapur gang, who was wanted in connection with a recent firing incident in Sultanpuri.
The Allahabad High Court has ordered the immediate release of a man sentenced to 22 months in civil prison for failing to pay maintenance to his wife, highlighting legal interpretations of maintenance enforcement.
Delhi Capitals spinner Kuldeep Yadav downplays concerns over the team's top-order struggles, asserting that there is no need to 'press the panic button' after just one game.
A widening probe into an illegal kidney transplant racket in Kanpur has uncovered a shocking nexus involving unqualified individuals, private hospitals and a suspected multi-state and possibly international network.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced that the Khelo India Tribal Games will be held annually in the state following the success of the inaugural edition. The event aims to provide a platform for tribal athletes to showcase their talent and gain national recognition.
A 46-year-old man has been arrested in Thane for allegedly cheating jewellers. Gold bars worth 2.3 crore have been recovered from his possession following a multi-state probe.
Gennaro Gattuso has resigned as Italy manager after the national team failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.
The UN Security Council will vote on a Bahrain-proposed resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure freedom of navigation amid concerns and opposition from some members.
A Delhi court has acquitted a health club owner of sexual harassment charges, citing vague allegations, inconsistencies in the complainant's testimony, and a flawed police investigation.
Amidst global energy market volatility driven by the West Asia crisis, Russia has proposed increasing its crude oil and natural gas supplies to India, strengthening bilateral energy ties and aiming for USD 100 billion in annual trade by 2030.
South African batter Heinrich Klaasen has confirmed his retirement from international cricket, choosing to prioritise family time and T20 leagues despite briefly considering a comeback.
Seven individuals, including the son of an Andhra Pradesh IAS officer, were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly consuming narcotic drugs during a pub raid conducted by the Telangana's EAGLE Force.
Playing his first game in front of his home fans at the M A Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, Samson again disappointed with the bat as he was dismissed after scoring just seven.
The son of a senior IAS officer from Andhra Pradesh was among seven people arrested for allegedly consuming narcotic drugs during a raid on a pub in Hyderabad. The raid, conducted by the Telangana's EAGLE Force, targeted drug abuse in public areas.
Villagers in Gondia, Maharashtra, blocked a road to protest illegal sand mining after a woman was killed by a truck carrying illegally excavated sand. The protest highlights concerns about reckless driving and the dangers posed by illegal mining activities in the region.
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and Opposition All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam have allowed their allies in a direct duel in 21 constituencies in the April 23 assembly election to prove their strength in their respective strongholds.
A 20-year-old man was stabbed to death in northwest Delhi following a quarrel. The accused then posted a video on social media boasting about the murder. Police have apprehended two men and a juvenile in connection with the incident.
The Election Commission has issued a notice to LDF convener T P Ramakrishnan, contesting from Perambra, following a complaint about a recorded announcement from a campaign vehicle alleging communal campaigning by the IUML.
Three individuals have been apprehended in connection with the murder of a 78-year-old Buddhist monk in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. The suspects, all reportedly drug addicts, allegedly committed the crime to obtain money for drugs.
A teacher's bike was stolen from outside a private school in Gurugram, with the incident captured on CCTV.
Shriram Mhasane leads the All India Chess Masters FIDE Classical tournament after the seventh round, held in Mumbai. Mhasane secured a victory against Arjun Singh, giving him a clear lead as the tournament progresses.
Sunil Gavaskar suggests Kolkata Knight Riders consider adding a specialist batter due to Cameron Green's limited role.
The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) held a protest in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, against the alleged desecration of a B.R. Ambedkar statue, demanding immediate arrests and threatening further agitation.
A police inspector and constable in Udgir, Latur district, Maharashtra, have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 45,000. The officers are accused of demanding money to refrain from taking action against the complainant's brother-in-law in a case.
Pankaj Advani continues his impressive form, reaching the semifinals of the 10-ball national championships after defeating reigning champion Shivam Arora. He will face Shahbaaz Adil Khan in the next round.
Police in Indore have arrested three members of a 'honey trap' gang, including two women, for allegedly extorting money from a former soldier by threatening to file a rape case against him.
A 16-year-old girl was allegedly abducted by two men on a motorcycle in broad daylight from a village in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh. Police have launched an investigation and are searching for the missing girl.
A family in Delhi's Rohini area was allegedly assaulted following a dispute, leading to arrests and the apprehension of juveniles.
Three railway police officers in Mumbai have been dismissed from service after being found guilty of extorting money and gold from a jeweller at Mumbai Central station.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has expressed serious concerns regarding the deployment of police personnel to provide security to individuals allegedly connected to the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal ahead of the elections, directing the Director General of Police (DGP) to conduct a review and ensure impartiality.
The Election Commission has issued a notice to LDF convener T P Ramakrishnan following a complaint by the UDF regarding a recorded announcement from an LDF campaign vehicle, which allegedly made communal remarks against the IUML. The UDF claims the LDF is running a communal campaign, similar to a previous controversy during the 2024 general elections.
INOX Air Products has commissioned a new ultra-high purity liquid oxygen facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, to support India's growing semiconductor and solar manufacturing sectors, reducing reliance on imports.
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