A Zilla Parishad executive engineer and an accountant were arrested in Nashik for allegedly soliciting and accepting a bribe to clear contractor bills.
CPI(M) state secretary M V Govindan has accused the Congress party of failing to deliver on its promise to construct houses for victims of the 2024 Wayanad landslide, alleging lack of transparency in funds collected and spreading misinformation about the state government's policies.
Police in Samba district attached a house belonging to a notorious drug peddler, Masoom Ali, under the NDPS Act. The property, valued at approximately Rs 40 lakh, was allegedly purchased with proceeds from illegal activities.
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in Ahmedabad for allegedly murdering a youth in his sleep, suspecting him of killing his brother. The accused confessed to the crime, citing revenge as the motive.
An eight-year-old boy died after falling into a water-filled construction pit in Mumbai. Police have booked a private contractor for negligence.
A former government officer in Srinagar has been sentenced to a year's imprisonment in a 16-year-old corruption case involving bribery.
Senior Congress leader V D Satheesan has declared assets worth around 3 crore, including movable and immovable properties, in his affidavit filed before the Election Commission for contesting the polls from North Paravoor. Kerala Congress (M) chairman Jose K Mani has also declared his assets.
Muslims in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, observed Alvida Jumma, the last Friday prayers of Ramadan, at Shahi Jama Masjid amidst tight security arrangements. Devotees prayed for peace and harmony across the country as they prepare to celebrate Eid.
An autorickshaw driver in Jaipur was arrested for allegedly tricking a German tourist into repeating abusive words without her knowledge and recording the incident.
A 22-year-old student was shot dead at Uday Pratap College in Varanasi following a dispute with another student. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the suspect.
A 17-year-old boy has been detained in Vashi, Navi Mumbai, after being found in possession of 10 kilograms of ganja worth Rs 12.66 lakh. A 22-year-old accomplice fled the scene and is currently being sought by police.
A gold chain worth Rs 2.37 lakh was stolen from a woman revenue official during a religious function in Beed, Maharashtra. Police suspect gangs targeting large gatherings.
The Gujarat assembly complex received a bomb threat via email, leading to the evacuation of staff and MLAs and a search operation by local police.
Bengaluru Traffic Police registered 634 cases of drunken driving and collected fines for over-speeding violations during a week-long special drive across the city.
Delhi Police, in collaboration with Bihar Police, have arrested the main shooter involved in the murder of a man in Delhi's Bawana area. The accused, Akash alias Bittu alias Khuddi, was apprehended in Begusarai, Bihar.
A 28-year-old man and his two minor sons were found dead in a canal in Nashik district, Maharashtra, with police investigating a possible suicide. The man had left home after a dispute with his wife, and one child remains missing.
Ranchi police seized fifty LSD patches allegedly imported from the Netherlands via the dark web, marking the second such recovery in the city. The consignment was intercepted at the Hehal post office following leads obtained from two individuals arrested in February.
A 31-year-old man died after his motorcycle caught fire in Nanded, Maharashtra. Authorities are investigating, including the Anti-Terrorism Squad, due to reports of firecracker sounds during the incident.
Police in Agar Malwa district of Madhya Pradesh seized 613.6 kg of poppy husk, valued at Rs 1.22 crore, from a truck and arrested a man.
Six individuals have been arrested in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, following an attack with sharp-edged weapons that left three people injured. Police suspect the incident stemmed from an ongoing dispute between the parties involved.
Delhi Police Special Cell arrests two alleged shooters of the Himanshu Bhau gang in Maharashtra. The accused were wanted in multiple criminal cases, including a firing incident in Delhi.
A government girls' school in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province was blown up by unidentified armed men, police said. The incident occurred in Ghora village, Baka Khel area of Bannu district. No group has claimed responsibility for the bombing so far.
A Naxalite carrying a bounty of Rs 5 lakh was killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, just days before the Centre's deadline to eliminate Left Wing Extremism.
Police in Kerala have launched an investigation into an alleged online attack targeting the state president of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), Syyid Sadiq Ali Shihab Thangal, after a defamatory post surfaced on social media.
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav announced the 'Stree Samman-Samriddhi Yojana' to empower women, emphasising their importance within the PDA social coalition and promising equal opportunities and economic security.
A 28-year-old delivery man was killed on the Western Express Highway in Dahisar, Mumbai, after his scooter was hit by a dumper truck. The driver was later arrested.
A 17-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed to death during a robbery attempt in Delhi's Bawana area. Police have apprehended three juveniles in connection with the crime.
Five individuals, including three children, were discovered dead in a rented house in Kochi. Police are investigating the circumstances, suspecting a possible suicide pact.
Unidentified individuals broke into a house in Beed, Maharashtra, stealing gold and silver jewellery valued at Rs 5 lakh. The incident occurred at the residence of a thermal power station employee in Parli Vaijnath.
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 police team in Indore was attacked with stones while confiscating illegal liquor, resulting in injuries to two officers. Authorities have seized a large quantity of liquor and are searching for the attackers.
A 21-year-old college student in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly attempted suicide after claiming that no action was taken against a professor she accused of molesting her. The student alleges the college principal ignored her complaint, leading to her distress and suicide attempt.
A six-year-old boy died after falling into an open sewage gutter in the Wathoda area of Nagpur. The incident occurred while the boy was playing near his home.
A 40-year-old man in Jharkhand, reportedly suffering from mental health issues, has been arrested for killing his mother and burning her body. Police are investigating the incident, and the accused has been remanded in judicial custody.
The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered a case against a former tehsil supply officer and others for alleged misappropriation of government ration and funds in the Reasi district.
Punjab will host the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in October, marking the first international hockey event in the state under FIH and AHF auspices. Matches will be held in Mohali and Jalandhar.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating potential links between police officers and illegal coal smuggling operations in West Bengal, seeking details of officers in charge of multiple police stations.
Kerala Blasters have appointed Ashley Westwood as their new head coach until the end of the current Indian Super League season, replacing David Catala.
The charred body of Raju Bolashetty, son of a former MLA, was discovered inside a car in a forest area of Dharwad district, Karnataka. Police suspect foul play and have launched an investigation.
Sheetal Devi, the armless archer from India, has been named 'Para Archer of the Year 2025' by World Archery, recognising her outstanding achievements, including a world championship title.
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