'Workers are being pushed into 12- to 14-hour shifts under poor conditions. These largely leaderless protests are likely to continue.'
Police in Odisha's Ganjam district have arrested six individuals for allegedly selling stolen items, including TVs, scooters, and mobile phones, at discounted prices to villagers.
Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for their alleged involvement in facilitating a 'digital arrest' fraud racket, which resulted in a Paschim Vihar resident being defrauded of Rs 14.2 lakh.
Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate network involved in the illegal supply of psychotropic medicines, arresting four individuals and seizing a significant consignment of banned drugs.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlights India's transformation in sports, moving beyond cricket and hockey to achieve global recognition, driven by government investment and initiatives like the Khelo India programme.
Uttarakhand Police have announced a reward of Rs 25,000 for information leading to the arrest of seven individuals accused in the death of an engineering student in Dehradun. The accused are currently absconding, and non-bailable warrants have been issued.
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.
...reopen for up to six months. Until then, the Strait stays nearly closed. The world pays. And no one, including the man who started this, can say when it ends, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War.
Police in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh are investigating three separate incidents in which individuals allegedly died by suicide. The victims include a 21-year-old woman, a 27-year-old woman, and a 35-year-old man.
Lathmar Holi in Nandagaon begins the colourful week-long Holi celebrations in Mathura with sticks, shields, music and deep-rooted traditions of Krishna and Radha.
A mining inspector and his team were allegedly attacked by a petrol pump owner, staff, and truck drivers during a checking drive against overloaded sand-laden vehicles in the Pipri area of Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh.
Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien has challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claims about India's progress, citing poverty statistics and West Bengal's economic growth.
Tension flared outside the Chief Electoral Officer's office in Kolkata following a confrontation between Trinamool Congress supporters and police over alleged voter list manipulation, with accusations of illegal voter enrolment from other states.
A 46-year-old man has been arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, for allegedly possessing ganja worth 4.27 lakh. The arrest was made by the Bhiwandi police crime branch, and the accused has been booked under the NDPS Act.
Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have booked five individuals after a pet puppy was allegedly beaten to death for entering a graveyard. The incident, captured on video, led to charges under animal cruelty laws.
Three people died and four others were critically injured in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, when two motorcycles collided with a stationary truck while attempting to avoid a speeding vehicle.
Authorities in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, demolished shops belonging to the prime suspect in the murder of two HPCL officials, citing illegal construction on government land. The demolition follows the murder of two HPCL officials allegedly by a terminated vendor.
A court in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced eight people to life imprisonment and five others to ten years in jail for the killing of two individuals during a clash over a boundary wall demarcation in 2015.
Animesh Kujur of Odisha emerged as the star of the Indian Athletics Series, winning both the 100m and 200m races. Hima Das also made her return to the track after a two-year absence.
Gurugram police have dismantled a cyber-fraud racket with links to the Philippines and Cambodia, arresting five individuals involved in the use and distribution of illegal SIM boxes.
Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested four people after a clash between two groups from the same community in Aminagar village. The clash, which involved stone-pelting, stemmed from a minor dispute that escalated after a quarrel between children.
The family of the man responsible for the Delhi Assembly security breach claims his actions were driven by frustration over the delayed information regarding his nephew's disappearance and a perceived lack of police action.
A 27-year-old man was killed after being run over by an excavator in Delhi's Shakurpur area. The driver has been arrested, and the family alleges negligence.
A 52-year-old man was allegedly shot dead in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, due to a decades-old family rivalry. Police have detained a suspect and are investigating the incident.
Muslims in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, observed Alvida Jumma, the last Friday prayers of Ramadan, at Shahi Jama Masjid amidst tight security arrangements. Devotees prayed for peace and harmony across the country as they prepare to celebrate Eid.
A court in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, sentenced six individuals to 10 years in jail for culpable homicide related to a 2014 land dispute that resulted in the death of one man.
A 45-year-old man in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly killed his two young children before taking his own life in a rented house. Police are investigating the motive behind the tragic incident.
Delhi Police have busted a Pakistan-linked terror module recruiting Indian youth through social media, arresting a key operative and uncovering plans for potential attacks.
Farmer leader Rakesh Tikait led a 'Mahapanchayat' in Dehradun demanding justice for Divyanshu Jatrana, a student who died in a clash at a private university. The event highlighted concerns over student safety and drug trafficking in the region.
Mubassina Mohammed won the long jump gold at the fifth Indian Open Jumps Competition held at the Anju Bobby George Foundation Campus.
Kota City Police have arrested an alleged mastermind of an inter-state employment racket accused of defrauding over 8,500 people by promising work-from-home opportunities.
Delhi Police have arrested a 27-year-old man in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a canteen operator in Dwarka after extortion demands went unmet.
The 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women's National Championship is set to commence in Ranchi, featuring 29 teams competing across three divisions in a promotion and relegation format.
Lucknow Super Giants revealed a bold new logo on Tuesday ahead of the 2026 IPL season, swapping their familiar blue colours for a striking shade of red in a fresh new look.
A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan allegedly committed suicide inside a camp in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir, prompting a police investigation.
Animesh Kujur of Odisha emerged as the star of the Indian Athletics Series, winning both the 100m and 200m races. Tajinderpal Singh Toor won the shot put, and Hima Das returned to the track after a two-year absence.
A 51-day national rowing camp for women has commenced in Gorakhpur to strengthen the team's preparations for the Asian Games in Japan later this year. The camp, organised by the Sports Authority of India, focuses on training rowers for the continental event.
The body of an 18-year-old man was found hanging from a tree in a village in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, prompting a police investigation amid suspicions of foul play.
Two suspects wanted in connection with the murder of a businessman in Bawana, Delhi, have been arrested after a shootout with police in Rohini. The suspects, Mohammad Irfan and Aishwarya Pandey, were apprehended after exchanging fire with the police, during which both sustained leg injuries.
The Allahabad High Court has criticised Uttar Pradesh officials for restricting the number of people allowed to pray at a mosque in Sambhal, stating that officials should resign if they cannot enforce the rule of law.
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