An Odisha woman has appealed to the state and central governments for assistance in rescuing her daughter, who she claims was kidnapped and taken to Bangladesh five years ago. The daughter reportedly contacted her mother recently, alleging captivity and forced religious conversion.
'Whether it is an Indian entity or an overseas subsidiary of the entity that is making the payment, if the owner is Indian, then he or she is contributing to the Indian casualties.'
New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell says Kiwis focus on winning 'little moments' as they prepare for South Africa semi-final showdown.
India is set to host its first-ever National Indoor Athletics Championship in Bhubaneswar, marking a significant step towards hosting the World Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028. The event will feature a 200m track and various field events, providing a novel experience for Indian athletes.
India and Israel share a deep historical bond, and Prime Minister Modi's visit to the Knesset marked a bold shift from past diplomatic hesitation to open strategic partnership.
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 move follows demands for a CBI probe by the victim's family.
Israel has for more than two decades and several US presidencies worked to draw the United States into a full-scale war with Iran. Having finally achieved that, the last thing it wants is Trump declaring victory and going home, as he is prone to do. Ali Larijani was the figure most capable of handing Trump a negotiated exit with something to show for it. Without Larijani, the road to an exit gets considerably narrower. Prem Panicker continues his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.
The Allahabad High Court has requested records from the central government regarding a complaint alleging dual citizenship against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. The order follows a petition challenging the rejection of an FIR request against Gandhi.
The Supreme Court of India has upheld the conviction of a man for murdering his wife by setting her on fire in 2000, citing the victim's dying declaration and eyewitness testimony from their daughter as crucial evidence.
Former Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested following the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official who accused the AAP MLA of harassment. The arrest follows public outcry and political pressure for accountability in the case.
Punjab Police have arrested 167 people in an anti-gangster campaign and 75 drug smugglers, seizing weapons and drugs as part of ongoing efforts to combat crime.
Delhi Police apprehended three individuals, including a juvenile, after a shootout in the Narela Industrial Area. The suspects were wanted in connection with attempted murder and Arms Act violations.
Kite makers and workers across India are busy preparing colourful kites and specialised manjha threads ahead of the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad and the Lohri festival.
Shaheed Diwas 2026: India observes Martyrs' Day on March 23, marking 95 years since Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev were hanged by the British in 1931. PM Modi leads tributes. History, significance, quotes and how the nation is remembering the martyrs today.
The Maharashtra government has revoked provisional licences issued to motorbike aggregators like Rapido, Ola, and Uber due to non-compliance with the Maharashtra E-bike Taxi Rules 2024, including the mandatory use of electric vehicles and submission of required documents.
Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have invoked the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against four individuals accused of assaulting a man and injuring a police officer.
The ongoing T20 World Cup has broken all broadcasting records with viewership surpassing 500 million, the highest ever in the tournament's history, according to ICC chairman Jay Shah.
The International Cricket Council confirmed that stranded players from the South Africa national cricket team and West Indies cricket team have finally left India after Gulf airspace closures during the West Asia conflict disrupted travel following the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of distributing leaflets at her sit-in protest in Kolkata, leading to the detention of two individuals. Banerjee alleges the BJP is attempting to undermine her protest against the SIR exercise.
Tension remains high in Manipur's Ukhrul district after Tangkhul Naga civilians were allegedly detained by villagers of another community. The incident follows recent ethnic clashes between the Kuki and Tangkhul Naga communities, prompting appeals for calm and the safe release of those detained.
The Congress and Raijor Dal have finalised a seat-sharing agreement for the Assam assembly elections, with Congress leaving 11 constituencies for Raijor Dal and a friendly contest in two others. The alliance aims to defeat the BJP government.
Two Bangladeshi nationals were arrested in Meghalaya's West Jaintia Hills district for entering India without valid travel documents. A local driver was also apprehended for allegedly facilitating their illegal entry.
Delhi Police have arrested a Delhi University graduate and seized over 5,000 pirated NCERT textbooks from a godown in outer Delhi, dismantling a syndicate involved in the distribution of counterfeit educational material.
Experts and global leaders have called on the United Nations to declare a dedicated 'World Day for the Elimination of Child Marriage', highlighting that a child marriage still occurs every three seconds globally.
Saiteja Mukkamalla's attractive 79 and a four-wicket haul by former India Under-19 star Harmeet Singh powered United States to a comfortable 93-run victory over the Netherlands.
The TMC has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of presenting a misleading picture of employment and development in West Bengal during his recent rally, alleging that the central government owes the state significant dues.
A father and son were killed, and four other family members were injured when their car fell off a bridge in Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. The accident occurred near Vijay Gaushala under Gulabpura police station limits. The family was returning from Sanwaliya Seth temple in Chittorgarh when the driver lost control of the vehicle.
Odisha Police rescued a girl from a central government-run residential school in Bhadrak district after she ran away following alleged sexual harassment by a teacher. The class 7 student escaped by scaling the boundary wall and sought refuge in a nearby village.
A petrol pump worker died in Gurugram after being hit by a speeding SUV. The driver fled the scene, and police are investigating the incident.
Delhi Police have dismantled an illegal operation involving the storage of over 600 LPG cylinders and arrested an individual for illegally refilling gas cylinders, highlighting concerns over safety and black market activities.
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.
A 24-year-old dental student in Mumbai allegedly committed suicide, leaving a note accusing her boyfriend of mental harassment. The boyfriend has been arrested.
Kerala Police have issued a warning about a new cyber fraud where scammers are using the image of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in fake social media advertisements to trick people into making online payments through PhonePe.
Photos from Kuldeep Yadav's Haldi ceremony with bride-to-be Vanshika in Mussoorie have gone viral. Rinku Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal and Piyush Chawla attended the pre-wedding celebrations ahead of the March 14 wedding.
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has announced a series of welfare measures, including free refrigerators for rice ration cardholders, if the party wins the 2026 Assembly election in Tamil Nadu.
Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate drug supply network, arresting two individuals and seizing narcotics valued at over Rs 2 crore. The operation followed intelligence about drug trafficking, leading to the arrest of Sarthak Tyagi and Kulpreet Singh. The investigation is ongoing to identify other members of the supply chain.
A mob in Alirajpur, Madhya Pradesh, attacked a Gujarat police vehicle investigating a liquor smuggling case, fueled by local anger over a youth's death in Gujarat.
The inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) commenced in Chhattisgarh, providing a national stage for tribal athletes to showcase their abilities. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted the event's significance in promoting sports culture and identifying talent from remote areas.
Delhi Police have arrested a 26-year-old drug trafficker and seized nearly 800 grams of heroin worth over Rs 5 crore.
Opposition parties in Assam are questioning the state police's handling of the Zubeen Garg death case after a Singapore coroner ruled out foul play, contradicting the Assam police's murder charges against several accused. The conflicting findings have sparked controversy and calls for further investigation.
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