Delhi Police have arrested two members of a gang known as the 'Doodh Chor' (Milk Thief) gang after a video surfaced online showing them stealing dairy products. The accused are linked to multiple thefts of milk and curd in the Uttam Nagar area.
Senior Congress leader Arun Yadav has criticised the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh, alleging neglect of farmers and the enabling of mafia activities.
Assam Police conducted a search operation at the residence of Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) president Lurinjyoti Gogoi following an incident on polling day in the Khowang constituency. The search was related to allegations against the BJP and a subsequent physical altercation between AJP and BJP workers.
Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed nearly 1 per cent lower following the collapse of US-Iran negotiations, which heightened concerns of a prolonged conflict in West Asia and drove crude oil prices sharply higher.
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is shifting its focus from individual athletes to the criminal networks that supply performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), recognising that athletes are often victims of sophisticated doping operations.
While this is not the admit card, it is a crucial pre-exam document that is vital for candidates appearing for the NEET-UG 2026 exam.
India's services sector growth moderated in December, as the rates of expansion in incoming new work and output eased to the slowest in 11 months, and companies refrained from recruiting additional staff, a monthly survey said on Tuesday. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Services PMI Business Activity Index fell from 59.8 in November to 58.0 in December, indicating the slowest rate of expansion since January.
Iran has announced the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial vessels, coinciding with a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel.
Indian bank credit expanded by 16.08 per cent year-on-year in FY26, marking its fastest pace since FY24, while deposits grew by 13.47 per cent, according to RBI data. Experts caution that year-end figures may be inflated due to reporting date changes, but acknowledge strong momentum in corporate, MSME, and retail segments.
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is investigating the Reliance Anil Ambani Group for alleged bank loan frauds totalling 73,000 crore across seven cases. The Supreme Court is monitoring the investigation, which also involves the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
A member of the Nasir-Danish Pahalwan gang, wanted in over 20 criminal cases, was arrested following a brief exchange of fire with the police in the Badarpur area of southeast Delhi.
Activist Anjali Damania used AI to analyse call data records of a self-styled godman, claiming potential links to political figures and unusual financial activity.
A 22-year-old man in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, died by suicide while streaming live on Instagram. Police are investigating the incident and examining his social media activity.
Andhra Pradesh is set to launch India's first indigenously built, open-access quantum computers, marking a significant step towards building a sovereign quantum hardware ecosystem. The initiative aims to position the state as a global hub for quantum technology and enable applications in various sectors.
Gangster Sahil Chauhan, wanted in multiple cases and subject to an Interpol Red Notice, has been deported from Thailand to India. This marks the fifth deportation secured by Haryana Police this year as they crack down on organised crime.
A man allegedly involved in an international network trafficking job seekers from Jharkhand to cyber scam operations in Myanmar has been arrested in Mumbai.
Delhi Police have dismantled a major international cyber fraud syndicate using illegal 'SIM Box' technology to defraud people through digital arrest scams and fake investment schemes. Two individuals have been arrested, and the investigation revealed links to handlers in Cambodia and other Southeast Asian countries.
Gurugram police arrested a man for allegedly extorting money after constructing illegal structures on government land in the IMT Manesar area.
Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has issued a chilling ultimatum to 18 major American corporations, warning that their regional infrastructure will be targeted following allegations of their involvement in hostile operations.
Andhra Pradesh is set to inaugurate India's first indigenously developed, open-access quantum computer test beds, Amaravati 1S and 1Q, at SRM University, marking a significant advancement in the nation's quantum computing capabilities.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is pushing for a Formula 1 race in India in 2027 by addressing tax hurdles that led to the event's departure in 2013.
Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.
Delhi Police in Najafgarh prosecuted 154 vehicles and impounded four during a special drive against tinted windows, citing safety concerns and potential concealment of criminal activities.
Overall economic activity continued to hold up in November with demand conditions remaining robust, thanks to strengthening urban demand, but manufacturing and rural demand showed some signs of deceleration even as services remained strong, according to an article on the State of the Economy written by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) officials in the central bank's December bulletin.
A special court in Thane, Maharashtra, has sentenced the mastermind of an investment fraud to rigorous imprisonment and ordered the auction of his properties to repay duped investors.
The Sports Ministry has issued an advisory to state governments in India to improve safety at playgrounds and sports facilities following fatal accidents.
A joint Pakistan-Afghanistan jirga in Peshawar has called for an immediate ceasefire to de-escalate tensions between the two countries, emphasising dialogue and mutual respect.
The Indian government has extended the deadline for implementing SIM-binding rules for mobile messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to December 31, following requests from the industry. The Department of Telecom has also relaxed the mandatory six-hour log-out rule for web versions of these apps.
A simple routine of cleansing, moisturising and sunscreen is more effective than piling up products, advises Dr Rupika Singh, dermatologist and founder of Akiya Aesthetics.
A CRPF jawan was injured in an IED blast during an anti-Maoist operation in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district. The IED was planted by CPI (Maoists) in the Saranda forest.
Three people died in a gas leak in Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, while allegedly attempting to steal iron scrap. The incident occurred in Munidih, with authorities investigating the cause of the leak.
Lapid said the Israeli military carried out everything that was asked of it, but Netanyahu failed politically and strategically.
'They use the word curry in derogatory terms but I use it with pride. It's something which our grandmothers fed us and our body and brain functions on that.'
The Indian government and opposition parties are set for a showdown in Parliament over a Constitution amendment bill concerning the implementation of the women's quota law and the delimitation exercise. The Opposition is concerned about the potential impact of delimitation on the political representation of southern states.
Financial year 2025-26 (FY26) saw a significant shift in corporate fundraising, with rights issues more than doubling to a multi-decade high of 51, raising 44,290 crore, while qualified institutional placements (QIPs) more than halved to 29 issues, mobilising 62,954 crore, driven by sharp equity market corrections and regulatory changes.
The Rajasthan High Court has banned night safaris and drone use in the Jawai Leopard Reserve to protect wildlife from disturbance due to unregulated tourism.
A man of Indian origin, identified as 27-year-old Jasman Sekhon, was killed in a shooting in Surrey, Canada, suspected to be linked to organised crime. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) is investigating the incident, which involved a dark SUV and a burning vehicle found nearby.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of deleting over 9 million names from voter lists in an attempt to win the upcoming Assembly elections. She vowed to fight the alleged manipulation legally and politically.
Delhi Police have arrested a 28-year-old man wanted in connection with multiple murder and attempted murder cases following an interstate operation in Dehradun.
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