Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham has received his first senior England call-up for the upcoming Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain, while Chelsea's Cole Palmer was omitted from the squad.
Punjab Police have dismantled three illegal arms and drug supply networks in Amritsar, leading to the arrest of 11 individuals, including two juveniles. The operations resulted in the recovery of 12 pistols, two hand grenades, heroin, and live cartridges. Investigations suggest links to foreign-based handlers and gangsters using drones for consignments, with the accused involved in extortion.
Thane police have arrested a 28-year-old man and seized 1.3 kg of mephedrone (MD) powder, valued at Rs 40.68 lakh, from his possession. The arrest was made on October 30 in the Shil-Daighar area, and a case has been registered under the NDPS Act.
Latur cyber police have arrested six individuals from Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, and Gurugram for allegedly defrauding a 66-year-old retired BSNL employee of Rs 28.51 lakh. The fraudsters used a 'digital arrest' tactic, posing as police, ATS, and ED officials, threatening the victim with false money laundering charges and public humiliation to coerce him into transferring funds.
On October 31, 2026, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, the hugely popular outgoing Chief of the Air Staff, inspected the ceremonial guard of honour and paid homage at the National War Memorial in New Delhi.
'I still remember when I gave three hits as a writer, back to back, Sanjay Gupta threw a party to celebrate me. He called the whole industry and the media. Which director throws a party for his writer?'
Two individuals, including a truck driver accused of running over and killing an SHO in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas, were seriously injured in separate police encounters on Tuesday night. The driver, Gajendra alias Akku Rawat, and his accomplice, Dheeraj, both attempted to escape custody and fired at police before being shot in the leg during retaliatory action.
An Odisha land acquisition officer, Ajay Kumar Garanaik, was arrested by the Vigilance Directorate on Monday for allegedly demanding and accepting a Rs 5 lakh bribe from a landowner. The bribe was sought to release compensation for land acquired for the Sambalpur-Talcher doubling rail line project.
A parliamentary committee on Monday reviewed the large number of pending sexual offence cases against children under the POCSO Act and the performance of fast-track courts in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Data reveals over 2.45 lakh such cases are pending nationally, with many trials exceeding the one-year deadline.
India's bowling attack, featuring several inexperienced players, is a major concern ahead of the five-match ODI series against New Zealand, with key pacers rested for upcoming Test matches and the World Test Championship.
The Supreme Court has adjourned the hearing on journalist Tarun Tejpal's plea challenging the Bombay High Court's judgment in a 2013 rape case to November 5. The Goa government sought an adjournment, while Tejpal's counsel requested his release for Diwali, which was opposed.
A woman, Aishwarya (21), has been arrested in connection with the murder of 17-year-old Abhiram in Thiruvananthapuram. She is accused of conspiring and helping the main accused, Umar Mufthar, evade arrest. Police allege she was aware of the murder plan and advised Mufthar on how to avoid detection. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala visited the victim's family and promised an impartial investigation, also raising concerns about juvenile involvement in serious crimes and potential amendments to the Juvenile Justice Act.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has tasked opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot with forming the country's next government, marking a significant political setback for incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Eisenkot secured recommendations from 67 lawmakers, while Netanyahu received 46, highlighting a shift in parliamentary support.
Customs officials at Ahmedabad airport arrested two passengers from Surat, Mohammed Akeel Sheikh and Kaniz Zahera Momin, for allegedly smuggling over 13 kg of hydroponic ganja. The contraband, valued at approximately Rs 13 crore in the illicit market, was discovered in their trolley bags after their arrival from Bangkok. The duo faces charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, with further investigation ongoing.
Temple, a wearable startup by Zomato co-founder Deepinder Goyal, is facing significant scientific scrutiny from doctors regarding its Rs 85,000 forehead-worn device. Critics question the evidence behind its claims of measuring brain blood flow and providing insights into ageing, with prominent hepatologist Cyriac Abby Philips calling it a "scam." Goyal has defended the technology, stating it's a fitness and wellness device, not medical, and that metrics await clinical validation, while also addressing pricing and scientific methodology.
Indian golfer Pranavi Urs finished the first round of the 2026 Aramco China Championship with an even par 72, placing her T-68. Three players, Annabell Fuller, Charlotte Heath, and Liqi Zeng, share the lead at eight-under-par.
Three men were arrested in Bengaluru for a road rage incident where they allegedly abused a woman, damaged her car, and attempted to assault her after their two-wheeler hit her vehicle. The incident, which occurred on October 28, led to a police complaint and subsequent arrests under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
The mortal remains of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, whose murder last month sparked protests and a political controversy, were brought to his native Mansa for last rites on Sunday. His family had ended a 22-day agitation after meeting with Punjab government representatives, leading to a post-mortem. The murder, which occurred during a Facebook Live session, intensified political attacks on the Mann government over drug issues and law and order. The government has agreed to several family demands, including a CBI probe and compensation.
TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee's residence in Kolkata was allegedly attacked by BJP supporters, leading to clashes and accusations of law and order failure. Mamata Banerjee condemned the incident, challenging the BJP and criticising police inaction, while the BJP denied the allegations, claiming provocation by TMC supporters. An investigation is underway.
Suneha Pandit, sister-in-law of wanted gang leader Anil Pandit, has been remanded to police custody until November 16 in connection with the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff. Police allege her bank account was used to distribute funds from an overseas cryptocurrency wallet, operated by her husband, to co-accused in the case.
'To see Ramayana being brought to life on such a grand scale is truly something else. Being part of a story that means so much to our country, and seeing it come together on such a scale, makes this journey even more special.'
The Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested a woman from Haryana, bringing the total number of arrests to 13 in connection with the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff. The incident occurred on October 18, where Shroff's car was targeted, injuring his driver and a bystander. Police are continuing raids across multiple states to apprehend all individuals involved.
A Delhi court has directed the Parliament Street police station to file an action-taken report on a woman's plea alleging sexual assault by a police officer and others during an October 3 protest. The court also ordered the preservation of CCTV footage and other digital evidence related to the incident, with a compliance report due within a week and the ATR by December 1.
Four police personnel in Assam's Nagaon district were injured after being attacked by a drunk truck driver and his handyman inside Samaguri Police Station. The duo was brought in for questioning following a hit-and-run incident on Sunday night.
The second One-Day International between New Zealand and India in Wellington faces a significant threat from rain, with India's practice session already cancelled and an 'overcast with spells of rain' forecast for Saturday's match.
Four members of a family were found dead with their throats slit at their home in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Police suspect a male relative killed them before dying by suicide on a railway track.
Ghanakanta Gogoi, the prime accused in the recent firing incident at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati that resulted in five deaths, has been sent to 14-day judicial custody by a court. Police had sought further remand but were denied. The incident on October 26 stemmed from a dispute over hotel management between the property owners and the leaseholder, Gogoi.
An FIR has been registered in Prayagraj against seven named individuals and 10-15 unidentified persons for allegedly assaulting a Municipal Corporation team, confining its employees, and taking away nine stray dogs meant for sterilisation. The incident occurred after the team caught dogs for sterilisation, leading to an alleged storming of the dog shelter, assault on staff, and theft of the animals.
A land dispute in Malda, West Bengal, resulted in one death and injuries to three others, including a Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) jawan. The clash occurred on Sunday afternoon when SSB personnel attempted to cultivate a disputed plot. Police have detained 13 people and are investigating the incident.
A Delhi court has directed the city police to provide seven working days' prior notice to Congress MP and dismissed JNU professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam before taking any coercive action, including arrest, in a sexual harassment case. The court noted that while police are not currently contemplating arrest, they must serve a physical notice if circumstances change. This comes after JNU dismissed Akoijam based on an internal committee's findings, a decision later stayed by the Delhi High Court.
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a commanding century, his second consecutive first-class hundred, to guide India A to 227 for two against New Zealand A on day one of the third unofficial Test. His aggressive knock, alongside Sai Sudharsan's steady innings, put India A in a strong position before rain stopped play. The match also features senior players like Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja preparing for the upcoming Test series.
A 35-year-old chef in Bhopal allegedly murdered his mother, wife, and two children before committing suicide by jumping in front of a train. Police suspect financial distress, as the man was reportedly under a debt of Rs 40 lakh. A case of four murders and a suicide has been registered, and an investigation is underway.
The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has detained 61 illegal immigrants, mostly from Bangladesh, in a city-wide operation aimed at enhancing public safety before Diwali. This crackdown follows previous detentions of hundreds of illegal Bangladeshi nationals in Ahmedabad, highlighting ongoing efforts to identify and deport foreign nationals residing illegally.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has ordered an impartial probe into the death of police officer Dilip Puri, who was allegedly run over by a truck carrying illicit liquor in Dewas district. The CM also announced a job as sub-inspector for Puri's wife on compassionate grounds and financial assistance of Rs 1 crore for the family.
Delhi experienced its most polluted Diwali in five years with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 376, and the day after the festival saw only a marginal improvement, remaining in the 'very poor' category at 371, accompanied by a thick blanket of smog and fog.
Fintech firm Razorpay has secured approval from markets regulator Sebi for its proposed initial public offering (IPO) of Rs 5,000-6,000 crore, targeting a valuation of around USD 5 billion. The company, founded in 2014, offers various financial services and attained unicorn status in 2020. This development follows its confidential IPO filing in June, while rival PhonePe's IPO is currently on hold.
Social media platform X has informed the Delhi High Court that an imposter attempted to have the accounts of Internet Freedom Foundation and Software Freedom Law Centre, India, taken down by sending fake requests purportedly from the Delhi Police. X stated it did not act on these requests and has filed a complaint with the police to identify the imposter.
'Nobody, even the government, cannot compel Gyanesh Kumar to resign. He can only be removed through a constitutionally laid down process of impeachment. If he does get impeached, there will be political fallout on Mr Modi's government.'
Former India football captain and Dhyan Chand Award recipient Shabbir Ali has been appointed Head of Delegation for the Indian team participating in the AFC U-17 2027 Qualifiers in Kuala Lumpur.
Delhi Police has arrested three men for operating an inter-state cyber fraud syndicate that targeted individuals, particularly in Tamil Nadu, by promising personal loans, insurance policies, and employment opportunities. The accused collected advance fees without delivering services, leading to a police investigation and arrests.
