Customs officials at Delhi's IGI Airport seized 26.67 kg of hydroponic weed, valued at Rs 9.33 crore, from two Indian passengers arriving from Bangkok. The seizure occurred on October 28, leading to the arrest of the individuals under the NDPS Act.
Manisha Bhanwala became India's first woman wrestling world champion, dedicating her historic gold medal victory to her late father, Suresh, whose dream it was for her to achieve this feat. Her journey was marked by personal tragedy and immense resilience, culminating in a powerful display of dedication.
A privately run helicopter carrying five pilgrims from Badrinath and its pilot crashed into a hillside in Joshimath, Uttarakhand, killing all six on board. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has launched a probe into the incident.
Manisha Bhanwala has made history by becoming India's first woman World Champion in wrestling, securing a gold medal in the women's 59kg final at the World Championships. She achieved a remarkable comeback, overcoming a six-point deficit against American Abigail Nette to win 8-6 on Friday. This triumph marks a significant milestone for Indian wrestling, following only legendary Sushil Kumar's feat in 2010.
Rickelton and Mulder struck centuries to set Australia a challenging 288-run target at Newlands, with the series decider also offering the winner the No. 1 spot in Test rankings.
Bengaluru FC secured a dramatic 1-1 draw against NorthEast United FC in their Indian Super League encounter. Substitute Vinith Venkatesh scored in the 93rd minute to cancel out Jithin MS's earlier goal for NorthEast. Both teams had multiple chances, with goalkeepers Gurmeet Singh and Gurpreet Singh Sandhu making crucial saves throughout the match.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted extensive search operations across 11 locations in Maharashtra and Gujarat, targeting an international narcotics syndicate involved in money laundering. The raids, stemming from an NCB complaint, led to the seizure of incriminating materials and digital devices, revealing a network dealing in various illicit drugs and using crypto assets to launder proceeds of crime.
A Class 7 dropout in Hyderabad was arrested for allegedly forging Aadhaar and PAN cards. The accused, Ch Mahadev, ran a photocopy centre and used online software to alter identity documents for customers seeking jobs, SIM cards, and government schemes. Police seized fake cards, cash, and equipment.
A man in Nanded has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his brother in 2023. The crime occurred due to a dispute over a farm plot, where the accused bludgeoned his brother to death with a stone.
Two individuals have been arrested and a minor detained in connection with the murder of a man in Nanded district, Maharashtra. The victim, Siddharth alias Dheeraj Vaijnath Thorat, was stabbed to death on October 28 following an argument with three persons on a motorcycle.
The Supreme Court has appointed former top court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai as the sole mediator in the Krishna-Godavari basin gas migration dispute involving Reliance Industries and others, after parties failed to find a solution.
Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh highlighted patience and composure as crucial factors in their 4-1 victory against Japan in the Asian Champions Trophy. Despite a tough first half, India dominated the final quarter, scoring three goals. Coach Craig Fulton also praised the team's patience and Harmanpreet's world-class performance.
Indian tourists can now use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to book tickets online for Dubai's Burj Khalifa and major attractions in Singapore, including Universal Studios. This initiative, facilitated by NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL) through strategic partnerships, aims to simplify international travel payments for Indians and strengthen digital and economic links with these countries.
Five-time champions India secured their third consecutive win at the men's Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament, defeating Japan 4-1. Striker Abhishek Nain scored two field goals, while captain Harmanpreet Singh and Vishnukant Singh also found the net. Japan's lone goal came from Shota Yamada via a penalty stroke. India will next face Malaysia on Sunday.
West Bengal and Assam have initiated high alert measures, including the evacuation of 12,000 people, following a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in Bhutan's Gasa region. The incident caused a significant rise in the Sankosh River's water level, prompting authorities to deploy disaster response teams and monitor vulnerable areas.
Indian badminton stars P V Sindhu, Anmol Kharb, and Lakshya Sen have all reached the semifinals of the Hylo Open Super 500 tournament in Germany. Sindhu and Kharb will face each other in an all-Indian women's singles semifinal, guaranteeing an Indian finalist, while Sen will compete in the men's singles last four.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested Sandeep Kumar Sinha in Bihar for his alleged involvement in smuggling AK-47 rifles from Nagaland. The arrest follows the recovery of an AK-47 in Muzaffarpur and the NIA taking over the investigation in August 2024.
Four Indian boxers, including Commonwealth Games gold medallist Arundhati Choudhary, advanced to the semifinals of the 46th International Tammer tournament in Tampere, Finland, on the opening day. Aarti Dhariyal, Ankushita Boro, and Hussam Uddin Mohammed also secured wins, while World Champion Jaismine and Hitesh are scheduled to compete later on Friday.
The Indian golf trio of Anshul Mishra, Arkesh Bhatia, and Ribhav Verma failed to make the 36-hole cut at the Asia-Pacific Amateur golf tournament in New Zealand. Defending champion Fifa Laopakdee of Thailand maintained his lead despite windy conditions, positioning himself well for the weekend.
India has announced a 28-member U23 squad for the upcoming SAFF Championships in Dhaka, led by coach Naushad Moosa. The defending champions are sending a second-string team due to international friendlies for the main squad and ISL club reluctance to release players. India aims for its 10th title in the tournament, which runs from November 5 to 17.
R Premkumar, chairman of BLM credit society, faces a new cheating case of Rs 1.6 crore in Kothamangalam, even as he secured bail in a separate fund diversion case in Kozhikode. The new FIR alleges he induced a woman to invest with promises of high commission. Premkumar claims all cases are false, while BLM representatives deny allegations and assert the society's financial stability.
Four individuals were arrested in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly defrauding a Gurugram resident of Rs 1.90 lakh through a fake credit card reward points link. The victim lost money after clicking a fraudulent link, leading to a police investigation and the subsequent arrests.
Eight individuals have been booked in Mumbai for their alleged involvement in an organised theft network that stole iron rods from trailers transporting construction materials. Police have recovered stolen goods valued at Rs 1.6 crore, and further investigation is ongoing to uncover the full extent of the racket and identify more culprits.
IT services giant Cognizant has established its 'OpenAI Frontier Capability Group', comprising over 25,000 professionals. This new group aims to deliver OpenAI products like Codex and ChatGPT to clients, helping enterprises integrate advanced AI models into their core operations. Cognizant is also scaling OpenAI internally across its sales and customer success functions.
A special CBI court in Mumbai on Friday acquitted gangster Chhota Rajan and four others in a 2009 case involving an attempt on the life of Shiv Sena leader Ajay Bhosale in Pune. The attack, which saw assailants open fire on Bhosale's vehicle, was reportedly linked to a property dispute.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled an interstate drug trafficking network, seizing 3.01 kg of amphetamine valued at Rs 2.4 crore. Two bus passengers were arrested in Nagpur district after DRI officials intercepted a Bengaluru-bound bus from Delhi.
India has announced a 23-member squad for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, scheduled from November 11 to 20. The Blue Colts will play against Singapore, Guam, Palestine, and hosts Malaysia in Group E, aiming for qualification to the 2027 tournament in Uzbekistan. The team will also play two friendly matches against the UAE as part of their final preparations.
A 38-year-old Ivory Coast national, Abou Tarore, has been arrested in Gurugram with 4.86 grams of cocaine. He was apprehended near the Sector 17/18 turn and also had a scooter. Tarore, who entered India on a tourist visa in 2021, intended to sell the cocaine and faces charges under the NDPS Act. He reportedly has a previous NDPS case in Ambala.
Gurugram police arrested two men, Deepak and Rahul, seizing five pistols and 11 magazines. Deepak, wanted in eight criminal cases including murder and kidnapping, was allegedly forming a new gang after being released on bail. He reportedly procured weapons to settle disputes and avenge a past murder, and has an extensive criminal record across multiple regions.
Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has expressed his belief that talented young players like Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi are not being given due justice by not being regularly picked for the ODI squad. He acknowledged the challenge posed by senior players but hopes their performance will soon earn them a spot.
Indian golfer Pranavi Urs carded an impressive 4-under 68 in the second round of the Wistron Ladies Open, moving to 6-under par overall. This strong performance saw her gain 21 positions to T-12, positioning her for a potential third top-10 finish of the season. The leaderboard is currently led by Cheng-Hsuan Shih, with other top contenders close behind.
The Mizoram government has initiated the second phase of its anti-drug campaign, 'Operation Jericho-2', to curb narcotics movement ahead of the festive season. Led by DGP Sharad Agarwal, the operation involves multiple police battalions and focuses on border districts, intelligence-led enforcement, and community participation to dismantle trafficking networks. This follows a successful first phase that saw significant drug seizures and arrests.
Yuvraj Singh expects his iconic six-sixes record to fall soon while crediting Abhishek Sharma's exceptional work ethic for his rise to the top of T20I batting rankings.
Former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai has been appointed by the apex court as the sole mediator in the high-stakes Krishna-Godavari basin gas migration dispute involving Reliance Industries. This appointment comes as Justice Desai has also been a prominent figure in leading committees for drafting Uniform Civil Code (UCC) legislation across several Indian states, including Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and West Bengal.
India's spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule addressed the limited opportunities for Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy in the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand, stating they understand the team's preferred combination. Despite a heavy defeat in the fourth T20I, Bahutule highlighted the spinners' readiness and the team's attacking approach, while also discussing challenges at Eden Park and the potential for changes in the next game.
The Indian Football League (IFL) 2026-27 season has secured broadcast and streaming partnerships with Zee Entertainment Enterprises (ZEEL) and DD Sports, ensuring wide accessibility across television and digital platforms. All matches will be telecast on DD Sports and streamed on Z5, WAVES, and Unite8 Sports' YouTube channel.
Malaysia secured their third consecutive victory in the Asian Champions Trophy by defeating Bangladesh 6-1, with Abu Kamal Azrai scoring a brace. In another match, South Korea registered their first win of the tournament, narrowly beating China 2-1 after coming from behind. Bangladesh and China remain winless.
A Delhi court has convicted a woman, Asma, under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act for possessing over 2 kg of ganja, rejecting her defence that the contraband was planted by police. The court found the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, despite defence arguments regarding lack of independent witnesses and procedural lapses.
A Delhi court has convicted a woman, Asma, under the NDPS Act for possessing over 2 kg of ganja, rejecting her defence that the contraband was planted by police. The court found the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, with the matter now listed for arguments on the quantum of sentence.
Mumbra Police in Thane have seized mephedrone worth over Rs 1.50 crore from four foreign nationals, including three Tanzanians and one Nigerian, following a raid on Thursday. The accused have been booked under the NDPS Act, and authorities have urged residents to conduct tenant verification for foreign nationals.
