A private school in Hyderabad faces protests after a teacher allegedly forcibly tonsured a student for having long hair, which the family says was part of a religious vow.
Authorities have implemented heightened security measures at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final, including increased police presence, anti-drone systems, and holding areas to prevent stampedes.
Quoting assembly of experts member Mirbaqeri, the report stated that while a "majority consensus over Khamenei's successor has been reached," the transition process is not yet fully complete as "some obstacles regarding the process need to be resolved."
Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden has been appointed as the batting coach of Gujarat Titans for the upcoming IPL season.
The BCCI has announced a Rs 131 crore cash reward for the Indian cricket team following their T20 World Cup victory, marking an increase from the previous reward in 2024.
Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have booked five individuals after a pet puppy was allegedly beaten to death for entering a graveyard. The incident, captured on video, led to charges under animal cruelty laws.
'The entire US ecosystem built over decades at the bases in the Gulf region, especially the UAE, costing trillions of dollars have been decimated, dealing a mortal blow to the US Central Command's war capability,' points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
here are the standout stats and records from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
'I don't want to do silly or meaningless work anymore.'
A 38-year-old man in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly committing an unnatural act with his 12-year-old nephew. The arrest follows a complaint filed by the boy's father, leading to a case registered under the POCSO Act.
A class nine student has been apprehended after allegedly attacking fellow students at a private residential school in Ballari, Karnataka, resulting in one death and multiple injuries.
A five-year-old boy, Prateek, who was allegedly abducted from a village in Prayagraj district, has been rescued from Varanasi after a day-long search, police said.
A 55-year-old woman was killed in Kodagu district, Karnataka, after being attacked by a wild elephant while walking to work. Forest officials are working to capture the elephant amid rising concerns over human-wildlife conflict in the region.
Olympian Manu Bhaker emerged victorious in the women's 10m pistol event at the national selection trials, showcasing her shooting prowess.
Three people died and four others were critically injured in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, when two motorcycles collided with a stationary truck while attempting to avoid a speeding vehicle.
A man in Delhi died after being hit by a train while chasing a snatcher who stole his mobile phone at Shahdara railway station. Police have arrested the accused and the receiver of the stolen phone.
Himachal Pradesh Police arrested eight individuals and seized 1.22 kg of charas and 7 grams of chitta during the second phase of an anti-drug campaign across the state.
A Manipuri woman was allegedly assaulted in Delhi after objecting to harassment by a group of men near the Saket District Court complex. Police are investigating the incident and attempting to identify the accused.
A five-month-old tribal girl was killed and her mother injured after a wild elephant attacked their home in Gumla district, Jharkhand, highlighting the ongoing human-wildlife conflict in the region.
Two people died in Meghalaya's Ri Bhoi district after their scooter was allegedly hit by a bus while attempting to overtake it.
The Chief Election Commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar, has stated that the primary goal of the Election Commission is to ensure all voters in West Bengal can participate in the upcoming assembly elections without violence or intimidation.
Shivam Dube's consistent and crucial contributions often went unnoticed during India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign, despite his significant impact on the team's success.
The Congress party in Kerala has strongly criticised the state government's Public Relations Department (PRD) for publishing advertisements in major newspapers that highlight alleged shortcomings of the previous Oommen Chandy administration, accusing the government of misusing public funds for political gain ahead of upcoming elections.
Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram delight fans with heartwarming maternity photos, marking a new chapter in their love story.
'People are talking about Vijay Crishna's roles in cinema, the few roles that he did, but his real body of work was on stage.'
A first-year law student at Himachal Pradesh University has been arrested for allegedly stabbing a person during a fight between two groups on campus.
Police in Arunachal Pradesh's Changlang district arrested two individuals and seized heroin valued at Rs 2.74 lakh. The arrests followed a vehicle interception based on intelligence, leading to the discovery of the drugs hidden in the vehicle.
Mercedes's George Russell lapped the circuit in one minute, 18.518 seconds to win the Australian Open F1 Grand Prix qualifying.
A court in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, sentenced six individuals to 10 years in jail for culpable homicide related to a 2014 land dispute that resulted in the death of one man.
Hardik Pandya celebrated India's victory over New Zealand with his signature pose, joined by teammates and acknowledged by the ICC.
An assistant sub-inspector of Rajasthan Police died after his service revolver accidentally discharged at his residence in Bhilwara.
Indian cricketer Varun Chakravarthy celebrated India's T20 World Cup victory with a humorous Instagram post, sipping tea while holding the trophy, reminiscent of a previous joke after the Asia Cup win.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) chairperson, Vijaya Rahatkar, conducted a review meeting with Rajasthan Police officials to assess the state's efforts in ensuring women's safety and addressing crimes against women.
The Kerala government will host an official reception for cricketer Sanju Samson to celebrate his pivotal role in India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory.
Unidentified individuals opened fire at the residence of a social media influencer in Thane, Maharashtra, prompting a police investigation. No injuries were reported, but a vehicle was damaged in the incident.
Yuki Bhambri and Andre Goransson secured a comfortable victory in the first round of the Indian Wells Masters, defeating David Pel and Fabrice Martin in straight sets.
Four people have been arrested in Jharkhand's Gumla district for allegedly lynching an elderly woman, suspecting her of being a child lifter. The incident occurred after rumours spread in Lagaba village, leading to the woman being beaten to death.
As India put on a powerful batting display in the second semifinal of the T20 World Cup at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, several prominent faces from cricket and Bollywood watched the action from the stands.
The IRGC said five missiles were launched at 'the headquarters of the US Army at the Harir Air Base in Erbil, located in Iraq's Kurdistan Region'.
India's T20 World Cup winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has announced his ambition to secure an Olympic gold medal for the country, following their recent World Cup victory.
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