A man has been arrested for allegedly shooting a nine-year-old boy dead after he refused to bring water for mixing with alcohol during a naming ceremony in Uttar Pradesh's Kasganj district, police said on Saturday.
Trisha Krishnan worshipped at the Tirumala Venkateswara temple in Tirupati on her birthday on Monday, May 4.
'If a floor test happens, one group of MLAs may abstain to allow the confidence vote to pass. So theoretically, he can run a minority government as long as the others won't join each other to vote him out.'
Police in Uttar Pradesh discovered the body of a woman in a drain, who was the mother of four children found murdered in their home. The investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
Shoojit Sircar reveals Irrfan Khan's romantic sensibilities almost altered the ending of 'Piku'. Sircar shared this anecdote at a special screening of a documentary on Irrfan's film 'Paan Singh Tomar'.
Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, has died at the age of 38 due to cardiac-lung complications. The news has prompted condolences from across the political spectrum in Uttar Pradesh.
India is preparing its athletes for the upcoming Asian Games by installing makeshift container housing units at SAI centres to familiarise them with the unique accommodation arrangements in Japan.
An elderly man in Pune has been detained by police after allegedly molesting his nine-year-old granddaughter. The incident sparked outrage and protests in the Parvati area.
A man in Jaisalmer has been arrested for allegedly murdering his neighbour while attempting to steal cumin seeds from her home to repay a debt. He initially tried to mislead investigators by staging a robbery.
BJP leader Himanta Biswa Sarma has been appointed as the Chief Minister of Assam, marking the NDA's third consecutive government in the state. Sarma's swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for May 12, with key political figures expected to attend.
A key associate of gangster Kapil Sangwan, known as Kaptan alias Tanna, has been arrested in connection with an extortion demand of Rs 2 crore. Kaptan, a member of the Nandu gang, was apprehended after evading arrest for over a year. He is accused of supplying illegal arms and facilitating plans to intimidate the victim.
Unidentified motorcycle-borne men allegedly opened fire at a house in Delhi's Farsh Bazar area. Police are investigating the incident, exploring motives such as old enmity, ransom, and possible threats.
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay is scheduled to take the oath of office as the state's new Chief Minister on May 7. The swearing-in ceremony is expected to take place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor stadium in Chennai.
India is preparing its athletes for the unique accommodation arrangements at the upcoming Asian Games, which will feature repurposed shipping containers as housing units.
Himanta Biswa Sarma has been elected as the leader of the BJP-led NDA in the Assam assembly, paving the way for his second consecutive term as chief minister. The NDA secured a two-thirds majority in the recent assembly polls, with the BJP winning 82 seats and its allies AGP and BPF securing 10 seats each.
A married woman in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras district climbed a mobile tower, creating a dramatic scene for nearly three hours, allegedly to be with her lover. Police and fire officials successfully brought her down after counselling.
Suvendu Adhikari's rise within the BJP in West Bengal has been marked by strategic victories and relentless opposition to the TMC, culminating in his leadership role within the party's legislative wing.
Unidentified motorcycle-borne men allegedly opened fire at a house in east Delhi's Farsh Bazar area. Police are investigating the incident, exploring motives such as old enmity, ransom, and possible threats.
Kulgam Police dismantled an interstate narcotics network, seizing illegally obtained assets worth Rs 92.73 lakhs linked to the accused in Jammu.
Thousands of teaching job aspirants in Bihar have been booked and several arrested following protests over delays in the BPSC TRE-4 examination notification, leading to clashes with police and political accusations.
Two Bangladeshi women staying illegally in India have been arrested in Karyavattom, Kerala, suspected of involvement in a prostitution racket. The arrests followed a raid by Kazhakoottam police, acting on a tip-off from the Kerala Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS).
Two Bangladeshi women staying illegally in India have been arrested in Karyavattom, Kerala, suspected of involvement in a prostitution racket. The arrests followed a raid by Kazhakoottam police, acting on a tip-off from the Kerala Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS).
The 100-day 'drug-free J-K campaign' has achieved significant success across the Union Territory, leading to numerous arrests, seizures of narcotics, and demolition of properties linked to drug peddlers.
President Donald Trump and other top White House officials were evacuated unharmed from the annual White House Correspondents' dinner after a gunman opened fire outside the hotel ballroom. The suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, has been arrested. World leaders have expressed relief that Trump and other guests were unharmed, emphasising that political violence has no place in a democracy.
The Indian government has notified final rules under four labour codes, potentially enabling a four-day workweek in certain sectors by capping weekly working hours at 48 while allowing daily flexibility. This move also introduces significant changes to wage fixation, compliance obligations, and social security norms.
Seven Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MPs have officially merged with the BJP in the Rajya Sabha, reducing AAP's strength in the Upper House. The move increases the BJP's presence and has been criticised by AAP as unconstitutional.
Amid mounting speculation over his position within the Trump administration, FBI director Kash Patel reportedly could be the next senior official to exit Trump's cabinet in recent times, according to a Politico report.
The world watches the Met Gala for the celebrities and the couture. But, for the last few years, one Indian brand from Kerala has quietly been creating the carpet that fashion's biggest stars pose on.
A much-anticipated board meeting of the Sir Ratan Tata Trust, intended to reconsider nominations to the board of Tata Sons, was cancelled for unspecified reasons, despite the Bombay High Court declining to stay the meeting.
US President Donald Trump and other top officials were evacuated unharmed from the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association after a man armed with multiple weapons fired shots outside the hotel ballroom.
Four police personnel, including an SHO, have been suspended for dereliction of duty in connection with the murder of three members of a family following an argument over smearing cake during a birthday party in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh.
US President Donald Trump will visit China from May 13 to 15 at the invitation of President Xi Jinping. The visit occurs amidst global tensions, including the war in West Asia and trade disputes between the US and China. Discussions are expected to cover China-US relations, world peace, and economic issues.
Former Maharashtra home minister Anil Deshmukh calls for the immediate implementation of the Shakti Act following the rape and murder of two minors in Pune district, criticising the government's failure to ensure the safety of women and children.
A birthday celebration in Bulandshahr turned deadly after an argument over smearing cake led to the murder of three family members. One of the accused was injured while attempting to escape police custody.
We journey to 10 famous Maa temples, each devoted to a different form of Devi or the female force...
An initial report has ruled out bacterial infection in the deaths of four Mumbai family members who consumed watermelon. Further investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of death.
A newly married couple were found dead in their Hyderabad home in a suspected suicide. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding their deaths.
Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha claims that leaders are leaving the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) due to disappointment and disgust, not fear. He cites the 'Sheesh Mahal' row as a key factor in AAP's potential defeat in future Delhi Assembly elections.
A sub-zonal commander of the banned Tritiya Sammelan Prastuti Committee (TSPC) was arrested with arms and ammunition from Jharkhand's Latehar district, police said.
A man and his sister-in-law were found dead inside his house in Odisha's Balasore district. Police suspect suicide linked to an alleged illicit relationship, pending post-mortem and investigation.
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