A local TMC leader was allegedly hacked to death in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, triggering political tension ahead of the assembly elections.
An Assistant Police Inspector in Mumbai has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1.5 lakh to submit a favourable report in a property dispute case.
The Chhattisgarh government has introduced a bill in the state assembly to prevent religious conversions carried out through force, inducement, fraud, or misrepresentation. The bill, titled the Chhattisgarh Dharm Swatantraya Vidheyak, 2026 (Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026), aims to curb conversions achieved through coercion or undue influence.
A youth was seriously injured after being shot in Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the suspect.
Young Kolkata golfer Aryav Shah takes the lead after the first round of the DP World PGTI NexGen 2024 tournament in Gurugram, with a score of four-under 68.
Police in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, are investigating the discovery of a headless woman's body found near a canal in a forest area. Authorities are working to identify the woman, believed to be in her early 30s, and have launched a probe into the incident.
Police in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, have detained 14 people after a violent clash erupted at an HP gas agency due to a dispute over gas bookings.
A 31-year-old man was shot dead in Chandigarh by two unidentified assailants outside a gym, marking the second shooting incident in the city within 24 hours.
A gang of armed dacoits targeted two houses in Kavadgaon village in Beed district of Maharashtra, making off with valuables and cash worth over Rs 2.16 lakh and brutally attacking a resident.
A 42-year-old insurance consultant from Mumbra, Thane, was allegedly defrauded of over 71 lakh by cyber criminals through a cryptocurrency investment scheme.
The Central Drugs Laboratories identified 60 drug samples as 'not of standard quality' in February, while state labs found 134 substandard samples. Investigations are underway for spurious drugs manufactured by unauthorised companies.
The Supreme Court of India has stated that husbands must equally participate in household chores, such as cooking, cleaning, and washing, as marriage is a partnership, not an employer-employee relationship. The observation was made during a hearing regarding a divorce petition.
Wipro has launched its AI-Data Centre solution, integrating NVIDIA's AI Enterprise platform, to accelerate enterprise-scale AI adoption and modernise data centre environments.
Jharkhand Police arrested a murder suspect, Laxman Hessa, in West Singhbhum district as he allegedly planned to flee to Tamil Nadu. The arrest follows an investigation into the death of Sridhar Bari, who was killed after an altercation at Hessa's home.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has released its manifesto for the West Bengal Assembly polls, outlining 10 key pledges focused on expanding welfare schemes, improving healthcare access, and developing infrastructure.
A 20-year-old pregnant YouTuber was allegedly murdered by her husband in Telangana's Jagtial district. Police have arrested the husband and are investigating allegations of dowry harassment.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has released its manifesto for the West Bengal Assembly polls, outlining 10 key pledges focused on expanding welfare schemes, improving healthcare access, and developing infrastructure.
Two men were robbed of 1 crore in Hyderabad after being attacked with chilli powder. Police have arrested three suspects and recovered some of the stolen cash.
A special task force (STF) personnel and two gangsters were killed in a gunfight in Bihar's East Champaran district on Tuesday, officials said.
Police in Himachal Pradesh are investigating a suspected double suicide after a man and a woman were found dead in a forest area near Parwanoo in Solan district.
Amit Sapru recorded a dominant 4-0 victory over Vivek Shah at the CCI Snooker Classic, while Aditya Agrawal secured a narrow 4-3 win against Mayur Garg. Other winners included S Ananth and Aashit Pandya.
Imran Khan and Vishal Gehani secured victories in their respective matches at the CCI Snooker Classic, showcasing strong performances and strategic gameplay.
Thrissur Rural Police in Kerala have arrested over 100 convicts who had been absconding for years after being sentenced by courts for various crimes. The arrests were made during a special operation called 'Operation Iron Grip'.
A 28-year-old man was killed by a tiger while working in his sugarcane field in Nandlalpurva village, Uttar Pradesh. Forest officials have advised locals to be alert and are attempting to capture the tiger.
A 24-year-old man in Delhi was arrested with his friend for allegedly staging a burglary at his own home to repay debts incurred from stock market trading.
The Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) arrested four passengers at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai for allegedly smuggling 64.394 kilograms of hydroponic ganja worth over Rs 64 crore.
Meghalaya Police in East Khasi Hills distributed helmets to riders transporting children without headgear, focusing on education and safety over fines.
Excise officials in Kochi arrested a woman and a man for alleged drug trafficking, seizing over 37 grams of MDMA. The woman, a college dropout, is suspected of leading the operation and procuring drugs from Bengaluru.
Excise officials in Kochi arrested an 18-year-old girl and a 24-year-old man for alleged drug trafficking, seizing over 37 grams of MDMA. The girl, a college dropout, is suspected of leading the operation and procuring drugs from Bengaluru.
The India women's Under-20 football team has arrived in Bangkok for a pre-tournament acclimatisation camp ahead of the AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup in Thailand.
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in Gurugram for allegedly raping a woman over several months after befriending her on a matrimonial website under the false pretense of marriage.
Odisha's Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari informed the Assembly that 416 people have died in fire accidents across the state in the last three financial years. The government is providing ex gratia and financial assistance to the victims and their families.
Households should moderate large discretionary expenses for the time being.
'They should prioritise essential spending. They should maintain an emergency fund covering 6 to 12 months of expenses.'
Diamond Harbour FC secured a 2-0 victory over Aizawl FC in their Indian Football League match, with Antonio Moyano scoring both goals. Diamond Harbour now leads the league table.
Two shooters involved in the murder of a property dealer in Chandigarh were arrested in Haryana following a shootout with police. The suspects, Rajan alias Piyush Pehalwan and Pritam Shah, were traced to Kaithal and sustained bullet injuries during the exchange of fire. Police recovered weapons and a motorcycle from the accused. Gangster Lucky Patial claimed responsibility for the murder.
Four individuals have been arrested in Shravasti, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly dumping non-vegetarian food waste near a freshwater drain used by an ashram temple. The incident sparked outrage and led to charges of hurting religious sentiments and promoting disharmony.
Anahat Singh and Tanvi Khanna secured spots in the women's singles semifinals of the JSW Indian Open, while Joshna Chinappa was defeated. Singh will face Khanna in the semifinals, while Hana Moataz will play Nadien El Hammamy.
A momo stall in Delhi's Sultanpuri area was vandalised, and gunshots were allegedly fired in the air, reportedly due to a feud between two groups. Police are investigating the incident and have registered a case.
Police in Kerala have launched an investigation into the death of a woman who delivered a baby at home in January, allegedly due to inadequate medical care. The woman, Muhseena, died after developing sepsis and organ failure. Authorities are investigating the husband and family, focusing on allegations of denied medical treatment and improper postnatal care.
Punjab Police have arrested two men in Bathinda and seized two hand grenades, averting a major terror threat. The grenades are believed to be linked to cross-border elements aiming to disrupt peace in the state.
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