The United States has encouraged India to purchase Russian oil already at sea to mitigate supply shortages and price increases amid the West Asia conflict, according to Energy Secretary Chris Wright. This move is described as a short-term effort to stabilise the market without altering Washington's policy towards Russia.
Delhi Police have arrested a man accused of posing as a property dealer, defrauding buyers and sellers, and then absconding. The suspect, Rahul Paswan, was apprehended after being on the run for nearly a year.
Opposition parties in Assam are questioning the police investigation into the death of singer Zubeen Garg after a Singapore coroner ruled it an accidental drowning, contradicting the Assam police's murder charge.
The Central government has assured the Bombay High Court that it is taking steps to address the LPG shortage caused by the conflict in West Asia. The court accepted the submission and disposed of a petition filed by LPG distributors.
Police in Rajkot, Gujarat, have arrested three individuals in connection with the abduction and murder of a 32-year-old Dalit man, Bhavesh Vanvi. The arrests follow protests by the Scheduled Caste community demanding justice for Vanvi's death.
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a petition by Christian Michel James, an alleged middleman in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam, seeking his release from jail. The court found no merit in his challenge to the India-UAE extradition treaty and a trial court order.
Rupali Chakankar, chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women, has resigned following criticism over her association with rape-accused 'godman' Ashok Kharat. The resignation comes after opposition parties highlighted Chakankar's links with Kharat, who is accused of sexual assault and fraud.
Maharashtra MLA Prakash Bharsakle has filed a breach of privilege notice, alleging a conspiracy to defame him through false allegations and blackmail attempts, including claims of ties to a gangster.
The Supreme Court of India has stayed the execution of a man convicted of sexually assaulting and murdering a five-year-old girl in Madhya Pradesh in 2024, pending further investigation and review of the case.
Fourteen individuals have been arrested in Varanasi for allegedly defiling a place of worship and hurting religious sentiments after a video surfaced showing them consuming chicken biryani during an Iftar party on a boat in the Ganga river.
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A Delhi court has granted bail to a 63-year-old man accused of rape, citing inconsistencies in the prosecution's case, a delay in filing the FIR, and the complainant's refusal to undergo a medical examination.
An assistant teacher in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, is under investigation following allegations of molesting a Class seven student. The teacher is also accused of inappropriate behaviour towards other female students.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating Kannur Dental College faculty after a first-year student died in a suspected suicide, with allegations of emotional harassment and discrimination.
The Supreme Court has deferred the hearing on the CBI's petition challenging the suspension of Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life imprisonment in the 2017 Unnao rape case.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused the Congress party of indirectly supporting the BJP in West Bengal, urging voters to reject them in the upcoming elections. He alleged a nexus between the Congress, BJP, and Left parties, claiming that votes for Congress would split the opposition and benefit the BJP.
The Maharashtra legislative council has unanimously passed the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (Maharashtra Amendment) Bill 2026, incorporating provisions from the Shakti Bill to protect acid attack victims' identities and penalise digital sexual harassment.
A 40-year-old man, detained following a complaint by his wife, allegedly died by suicide inside a police station in Jharkhand's Koderma district. An inquiry has been launched to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
Tension gripped parts of Murshidabad district in West Bengal after clashes broke out during Ram Navami processions, with stone-pelting, vandalism and arson reported.
Former NCB Mumbai zonal director Sameer Wankhede has denied demanding or accepting a bribe from Shah Rukh Khan to exonerate his son Aryan Khan in the 2021 cruise ship drugs case. His counsel argued before the Bombay High Court that the CBI lacks evidence to support the bribery allegations.
Police in Shravasti, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested six more individuals in connection with an Iftar party held near the Sonpathri Ashram Temple, bringing the total number of arrests to ten. The arrests stem from allegations of cooking non-vegetarian food and improperly disposing of the leftovers, which allegedly hurt religious sentiments and violated forest regulations.
A former Indian Army captain, who had been on the run for four years after being convicted of his wife's murder, has been arrested after police traced him through an LPG cylinder booking.
Six female students have gone missing in the Bijnor district of Uttar Pradesh after taking their class 12th board examinations. Police have launched a search operation and are using phone surveillance to locate the students.
TVK chief Vijay declared assets worth 603.20 crore in his election affidavit, including luxury cars and significant bank deposits, ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.
Delhi Police sealed the office of news agency UNI following a high court order, leading to allegations of media suppression and manhandling of staff.
The Delhi High Court has dismissed Christian Michel James's petition for release in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam case, upholding his continued detention.
A Delhi court acquitted a man accused of sexual harassment and criminal intimidation, citing inconsistencies and lack of credibility in the complainant's testimony.
The accused, a resident of Shantinagar in Bhiwandi, was booked under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code for rape and criminal intimidation, as the alleged crime occurred when the IPC was in force.
Haryana Police have launched an investigation into an attack on a Meghalaya Police team who were transporting an ATM robbery suspect. The incident involved a crowd attempting to free the accused, resulting in a confrontation and a youth being injured.
In its list of 26 candidates for Thursday's assembly elections, 13 are from the Bengali-speaking Muslim community -- a demographic that was at the centre of the original Assam agitation.
A woman in Jodhpur, India, successfully annulled her child marriage through a court battle, highlighting the ongoing issue of child marriage and the importance of legal intervention and social support.
A Delhi court acquitted a man accused of kidnapping a minor in 2014 due to the prosecution's failure to present sufficient evidence and the untraceable status of the alleged victim.
A Border Security Force (BSF) convoy, including a vehicle carrying a DIG, was attacked in the Garo Hills region of Meghalaya, resulting in injuries and the burning of a vehicle. The incident occurred amidst ongoing unrest and clashes related to local elections, leading to the suspension of internet services and imposition of curfews.
The Supreme Court has quashed the FIR against Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. Yadav expresses relief and questions who will compensate for the harassment he and his family faced.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has quashed a rape FIR against an Army officer, stating the relationship with the complainant policewoman was consensual and the case appeared to be a pressure tactic.
The Uttarakhand High Court reprimanded Deepak Kumar, known as 'Mohammad Deepak', for seeking police protection while being investigated in connection with a clash over a shop name.
Prince Andrew vacates his Royal Lodge residence as scrutiny over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein intensifies. UK police investigate new information, while a former UK ambassador faces investigation over his relationship with the convicted sex offender.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of being 'afraid' of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, citing corruption allegations and a desire to protect his children.
A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and N V Anjaria said it would issue whatever orders or clarifications are required in the matter.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of being 'afraid' of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging corruption and a compromise of governance to protect his children.
