Telangana's Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a Disproportionate Assets (DA) case against N Lakshmi Bhasker, an Additional Medical Superintendent at NIMS, Hyderabad. Searches at his properties and associates' places revealed assets worth over Rs 6.13 crore, including apartments, plots, bank deposits, and gold, acquired through alleged corrupt practices. The investigation is ongoing.
An 18-year-old in Chandigarh has been arrested for allegedly shooting his father, a police head constable, dead. The accused, Armaan, reportedly had an argument with his parents over his immediate desire to marry his girlfriend, a demand they rejected until he turned 21. Armaan was previously out on bail in a case where he was involved in a fatal accident. Police recovered a countrymade pistol and are investigating the source of the weapon.
The Indian Pencak Silat Federation will host the 4th Junior & 11th Senior Asian Pencak Silat Championship in Goa from April 19 to 23 next year, bringing together top athletes from across Asia with endorsement from PERSILAT.
Police in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, have attached a residential house and seized cash, collectively valued at over Rs 21 lakh, allegedly acquired through the illegal trade of drugs and narcotics. The action was taken under the NDPS Act against an individual named Farooq Ahmad Shah.
A Palghar court has sentenced Madhu Dharma Govari to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a minor boy. The court rejected the defence's claim of improbability in a crowded locality, emphasizing that "bystander apathy" does not undermine a victim's testimony. Forensic evidence and the victim's credible account corroborated the conviction under POCSO Act and IPC.
The Congress-led UDF government in Kerala has ordered a police inquiry into the alleged CMRL bribery case, targeting former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas. This decision follows a report from the Enforcement Directorate and legal advice from the Advocate General.
Police in Kanpur have arrested Subrat Manocha, son of pharmaceutical dealer Vineet Manocha, in connection with his father's murder. The arrest follows allegations by an alleged contract killer, Vishal Gautam, who claimed Subrat hired him for Rs 6 lakh to commit the crime. Investigators are verifying evidence, including call records, as Subrat denies the charges.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has conducted multiple intelligence-led operations across India, seizing over 845 kg of various contraband substances including ganja/cannabis, charas, amphetamine, and cocaine. These operations led to the arrest of 15 individuals involved in illicit drug trafficking, disrupting several supply chains.
Shimla Police have seized assets worth Rs 4.13 crore from 19 drug traffickers and their associates, believed to be acquired through illegal drug trade. The action followed an arrest in August 2026, leading to a detailed financial investigation under the NDPS Act. This seizure is part of a larger effort in 2026, where assets worth Rs 12.52 crore have been confiscated in 15 NDPS cases.
Former Gujarat University Vice Chancellor Neerja Gupta resigned as Principal Investigator for the PMJVK scheme and returned over Rs 14 crore to the university. This comes amidst allegations of financial irregularities and a multi-crore rupee scam by the NSUI, which also led to the suspension of 10 temporary appointees made by Gupta. An audit is pending for the remaining Rs 2 crore.
India's women's skeet team, featuring Raiza Dhillon, Maheshwari Chauhan, and Parinaaz Dhaliwal, earned a bronze medal at the Asian Games with a combined score of 331, marking the nation's sixth shooting medal.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi cautioned against the 'weaponisation' of technology and critical minerals at the BRICS summit, advocating for cooperation to foster shared prosperity. Concurrently, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced plans for an open-source AI ecosystem for BRICS nations, positioning Beijing as a key technology partner amid global AI competition.
Veteran Indian squash player Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar have secured a medal in the mixed doubles event at the Asian Games by reaching the semifinals. They defeated David Pelino and Jemyca Aribado of the Philippines in a dominant quarterfinal match and will now face Hong Kong in the semifinals. This marks Joshna Chinappa's sixth Asian Games medal.
Indian table tennis players Manush Shah and Diya Chitale defeated Hong Kong's World No. 4 pair Doo Hoi Kem and Wong Chun Ting in the quarterfinals of the Asian Games mixed doubles event, assuring India of a medal. This marks India's first table tennis medal at the current edition and only the second mixed doubles medal in Asian Games history. They are set to face China in the semifinals.
The technology services sector in India will continue to remain relevant to global enterprises transformation in the artificial intelligence (AI) era, the Nasscom US CEO Forum said, even though there will be changes in how services are delivered and scaled up. Chief executive officers of Indian technology companies, who attended the discussion, also said AI will expand the addressable market opportunity across enterprise modernisation, data, AI governance and intelligent operations.
A Delhi court has sentenced three men, Sahil alias Ishmile, Mohit, and Vishal alias Vicky, to six years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 10,000 each for the attempted murder of a youth in Badarpur in 2019. The court found them guilty under Section 307 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code, noting their common intention in the stabbing incident where the victim, Mukul, sustained life-threatening injuries.
Delhi Police arrested Sanju Mishra alias Tuntun Mishra from Ranchi, Jharkhand, in connection with a financial cheating case. Mishra, who runs a power tools business, is accused of fraud involving his business partner, Anup Garg. An FIR was registered in Delhi, and his bail plea was rejected by the Delhi High Court. Police are investigating his bank accounts and the fraud's modus operandi.
Indian shot putter Manpreet Kaur secured a bronze medal at the Asian Games with a throw of 17.17m. This achievement adds to her recent international performances, including a bronze at the 2023 Asian Championships, highlighting her consistent form.
Indian debutant Paritosh was eliminated from the Puyo Puyo Champions esports event at the Asian Games after a 0-5 loss to South Korea's Kang Dongshin in the quarterfinals. India also faced a defeat in the Pokemon UNITE event.
A 50-year-old man has been arrested in northwest Delhi's Rohini area for allegedly molesting a seven-year-old girl. The incident occurred when the girl went to a shop, leading to a police complaint and registration of a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act.
Police in Nuh, Haryana, have arrested two individuals and seized over 2 kg of heroin, valued at approximately Rs 4.30 crore. The accused were intercepted in a vehicle after a tip-off, and a case has been registered under the NDPS Act as investigations continue to dismantle the drug trafficking network.
Indian debutant Paritosh has qualified for the quarterfinals of the Puyo Puyo Champions esports event at the Asian Games. He finished third in Group B with two wins and two losses, securing his spot in the next round.
Indian sport shooter Rudrankksh Patil, a multiple medallist at the ongoing Asian Games, was given a grand civic reception in his hometown of Thane. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde praised his achievements, which include bronze and silver medals at the recent games, and highlighted his inspiring journey for young athletes. The article also notes his past and future successes, including a silver at the 2026 Asian Games.
The Lava Bold N4 Pro 5G sports a sleek flat back, with its dual-camera module neatly housed in a raised rounded-rectangle unit at the top-left.
Air India has suspended a pilot after he failed a breath analyser test at Zurich airport, prompting the airline to reinforce stringent regulatory compliance and accountability measures following recent safety incidents.
India's eFootball team, featuring Danial Patel and Chinmay Sahoo, commenced their Asian Games campaign with a walkover against Mongolia and a goalless draw against Uzbekistan in Group F matches, marking a positive start to the competition.
Tata Projects has forged a strategic partnership with Canada-based MDS Aero Support Corporation to develop advanced aero-engine testing infrastructure in India. This collaboration combines Tata Projects' infrastructure capabilities with MDS Aero Support's global expertise in gas turbine engine testing, aiming to support India's rapidly growing aerospace and propulsion ecosystem.
Two police officials in Hyderabad, an Inspector and a Sub-Inspector, were arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly accepting a Rs five lakh bribe. The bribe was reportedly taken to grant station bail and prevent harassment in an existing case.
An 18-year-old man, Sumit Giri, was allegedly stabbed to death in Naraina Village, West Delhi, following an argument among friends that began with a joke about calling someone "Papa". The incident escalated, leading to the fatal stabbing and subsequent assault by the accused's brother. Police have registered a murder case and are investigating the motive.
Long-distance runner Abhishek Pal, selected for the Asian Games, has received a notice from NADA for an alleged doping violation. While not yet provisionally suspended, a banned substance, possibly a female fertility drug, was found in his sample, raising concerns about his participation in the upcoming games.
A 35-year-old labourer, Pawan Ram, was allegedly beaten to death outside a residential society in Dwarka, southwest Delhi. Police are investigating the incident after CCTV footage showed a man attacking him with a wooden stick.
Indian cricketers were surprised with AI-generated 1980s avatars of themselves during a photo session before the Afghanistan T20I series, leading to humorous reactions from players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Axar Patel, and Ishan Kishan.
FATF Vice-President Vivek Aggarwal has urged the fintech industry to increase investments to combat emerging threats from AI, scam compounds, virtual digital assets, and quantum computing. He warned that these technological challenges pose a significant risk to India's rapid growth in the fintech sector, highlighting a current lack of adequate investment and risk realisation within the industry.
A 25-year-old woman, Sneha, succumbed to severe head injuries in Raichur, Karnataka. She was found injured near her parents' house, where she had been staying after leaving her husband due to domestic conflicts. Police have registered a murder case, with her husband and a friend named as suspects, and investigations are ongoing.
A 5053-page chargesheet has been filed in the Ketan Agarwal murder case in Pune. Realtor Ketan Agarwal died after being pushed off Lohagad Fort, leading to the arrest of his fiancee Siya Goyal, her alleged lover Chetan Choudhary, and Ritesh Hange. The chargesheet includes digital evidence and reveals online searches made by Goyal related to similar incidents and the Sonam Raghuvanshi case.
Bank of Baroda has launched 'bob World 2.0', an AI-powered mobile banking app featuring voice-command capabilities for payments and navigation. The updated app also includes a personal finance management module and a persona-based customer experience, aiming to offer intuitive, secure, and personalised banking services.
A doctor at Berhampur circle jail in Odisha has been suspended for allegedly facilitating a murder-accused BJD leader, Bikram Kumar Panda, to threaten a witness over the phone from inside the prison. The incident led to a fresh case against the doctor, the BJD leader, and his aide.
A bar owner in Pune's Shirur tehsil, Harish Dadabhau Gangawane, was shot dead following an escalation of a six-month-old dispute over a bill payment. Three individuals, Rohit Ravindra Sonawane, Aniket Vilas Gavhane, and Aditya Pawar, have been booked in connection with the murder. The incident occurred after a heated argument and a subsequent attack on Gangawane.
An undertrial inmate, Pradeep alias Mohinder, was allegedly stabbed to death by two fellow prisoners inside Delhi's Central Jail No. 10. His family has accused jail staff of failing to provide timely assistance and questioned the presence of a sharp weapon within the high-security prison. Police are investigating the incident.
Indian shooters Anant Jeet Singh Naruka and Parinaaz Dhaliwal clinched a bronze medal in the mixed team skeet event at the Asian Games, contributing to India's growing medal tally in shooting.
