Kerala Police have issued a warning about a new cyber fraud where scammers are using the image of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in fake social media advertisements to trick people into making online payments through PhonePe.
Star Sports withdraws its controversial 'cupcake' promo targeting South Africa after India's 76-run loss in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash.
The Congress party in Kerala has strongly criticised the state government's Public Relations Department (PRD) for publishing advertisements in major newspapers that highlight alleged shortcomings of the previous Oommen Chandy administration, accusing the government of misusing public funds for political gain ahead of upcoming elections.
Overlap refers to the same stocks appearing across fund portfolios.
The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated, with rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh joining, while underperforming athletes such as H.S. Prannoy and Deepak Punia have been dropped.
Washington ruled out of T20I series against NZ; Bishnoi, Iyer added to squad
A woman in Madhya Pradesh, abandoned by her husband, allegedly killed her four daughters by throwing them into a well before committing suicide, according to police reports.
Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India rose 10.6% in February, driven by utility vehicles and two-wheelers, but the industry remains cautious due to geopolitical tensions.
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has responded to reports of suspected food poisoning in Eklavya Model Residential Schools by issuing new guidelines to ensure student health and safety.
Indian youth boxers Gunjan, Radhamani Longjam, and Chandrika Pujari secured victories at the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok, while Priyansh Sehrawat and Prachi faced defeats.
A 42-year-old man was shot dead at a wedding venue in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly by two young men due to an old dispute. One suspect has been arrested, and police are investigating the incident.
'Any promotional activity carried out under the pretext of disease awareness, influencer engagement, corporate campaigns, or similar activities that create brand recall/product visibility of the prescription shall also be treated as violations.'
The Jammu and Kashmir government has issued an order regulating courier companies, parcel services, and logistics operators in Jammu district to prevent the transport of contraband substances.
Shivam Dube, fresh from his T20 World Cup victory, travelled by train from Ahmedabad to Mumbai to be with his family, avoiding fully booked flights and potential fan frenzy.
A man in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly killing his 60-year-old mother during a domestic dispute. The incident occurred after the mother intervened in an argument between the man and his wife.
Delhi is set to begin trial runs of 22 innovative solutions aimed at tackling air pollution, following an 'innovation challenge' that received 284 applications. The trials will assess the effectiveness of various devices in reducing particulate pollution at identified hotspots across the city.
Six masked men looted Rs 13 lakh from a nationalised bank branch in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district, also snatching gold chains, mobile phones, and wallets of the staffers.
The Congress-led UDF is closely monitoring CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran's decision to contest as an independent candidate in the upcoming Assembly election. UDF leaders are considering supporting Sudhakaran, while the CPI(M) expresses disappointment and denies mistreatment.
The Indian rupee fell to a record low against the US dollar due to rising crude oil prices, foreign institutional investor selling, and weak domestic equity market sentiment.
Indian equity markets experienced a significant downturn as geopolitical tensions in West Asia, rising oil prices, and foreign fund outflows dampened investor confidence. The Sensex and Nifty both fell sharply in early trade, reflecting broader global market weakness.
Police in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir, rescued 20 bovine animals from smugglers in two separate operations, arresting two suspects and impounding two vehicles.
Responding to concerns raised by Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri said it is the foremost priority of the government that the kitchens of over 33 crore families, especially the poor and the underprivileged, do not face any shortage of gas.
Three people were killed and two others critically injured in a head-on collision between a car and a bus in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, due to dense fog.
New Zealand assistant coaches Jacob Oram and Luke Ronchi will join Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League, missing the Black Caps' series against South Africa and Bangladesh.
Three individuals, including two sisters, have been arrested in connection with the murder of a man from Seraikela-Kharsawan district. The victim, Vijay Kumar Das, was allegedly murdered due to an illicit relationship and subsequent pressure to marry one of the accused.
A 28-year-old man in Kerala was seriously injured after being attacked with a hammer by his neighbour, allegedly over a message sent to the neighbour's wife.
Monalisa Bhonsle, an Indian actress, has married a Muslim man in Kerala against her family's wishes, leading to controversy and allegations of 'love jihad'.
The government has intensified its Study in India programme and is working closely with universities and states to achieve this goal.
A Naxalite was arrested in Bihar's Nawada district, and a cache of arms, including an AK-47 rifle, was recovered from his possession.
Gurugram Police have arrested two individuals, including a woman, in connection with an acid attack on a patient at the Civil Hospital. The incident occurred after a man assaulted his live-in partner, who was then attacked with toilet cleaner by another woman who mistook her for her husband's girlfriend.
A 43-year-old man from Assam died after falling from a moving train in the Balasore district of Odisha. The incident occurred near Sabira rail station as he was returning home from Tamil Nadu.
Delhi Police have arrested the main contractor responsible for the unsecured sewage pit in Janakpuri, which led to the death of a 25-year-old bank employee last month. The contractor, Himanshu Gupta, was apprehended in Udaipur, Rajasthan, after a month-long search.
Sara Tendulkar shared unseen photos from her brother Arjun Tendulkar's wedding to Saaniya Chandhok, along with a heartfelt message expressing her love and blessings for the couple.
With Gulf countries emerging as popular destinations for Indian weddings and pre-wedding shoots, the March-April season had seen a flurry of bookings.
Scuderia Ferrari will trial an innovative 'flip-flop' rear wing at the Chinese Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton saying the upgrade could boost performance on Shanghai's high-speed circuit.
Singer Sona Mohapatra has criticised rapper Badshah for using misogynistic tropes in his song 'Tateeree', which has faced backlash for its objectionable lyrics and visuals. Badshah has since apologised and removed the song from social media.
The Union Home Ministry intervened to secure the release of 21 Tangkhul Naga civilians held hostage in Manipur's Ukhrul district, following tensions between Kuki and Naga communities.
A special court in Kota, Rajasthan, sentenced ten individuals to life imprisonment for the 2019 murder of a police constable's brother, stemming from rivalry in a local cooperative society election.
Belagavi police have arrested a woman accused of luring wealthy men through social media, engaging them in obscene chats, and then robbing them at a lodge. Her accomplice is currently absconding, and police are investigating the full extent of their scheme.
An RTO agent in Thane was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe from an individual seeking a two-wheeler learner's licence.
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