A large number of charas packets, estimated to be worth crores of rupees, have been recovered in Gujarat's Kutch and Devbhumi Dwarka districts, according to police reports.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee has questioned the credibility of the West Bengal assembly polls, accusing the Election Commission of partisan conduct and alleging large-scale irregularities during the elections.
A female employee of TCS in Nashik has been arrested in connection with a case involving alleged religious conversion and sexual harassment of female colleagues. Nida Khan was apprehended after weeks of being in hiding. The Nashik police are investigating multiple cases of molestation and harassment at the TCS unit.
Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district detained two alleged drug peddlers under the PITNDPS Act and lodged them in Central Jail Kot Bhalwal.
D Gukesh recovered from a shaky start in the blitz section of the Super Rapid and Blitz tournament with a victory over Jan-Krzysztof Duda. Hans Moke Niemann leads the tournament, followed by Wesley So and Fabiano Caruana.
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.
C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, marking the first non-DMK, non-AIADMK government in the state in 60 years. The ceremony was attended by Rahul Gandhi, and Vijay promised transparent governance and asserted his sole authority. He signed files to implement key promises, including free power for domestic consumers.
A man arrested for allegedly looting Rs 50 lakh from a State Bank of India (SBI) branch in Gujarat's Surat was shot in the leg by police after he opened fire at them in an attempt to escape.
A special court has granted anticipatory bail to a medical professor in connection with the suicide of a dental student, citing a lack of evidence linking the professor to the student's death.
Former Beed district collector Avinash Pathak has been remanded in police custody in connection with an alleged Rs 241 crore land acquisition and compensation scam.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh as part of a money laundering investigation against certain builders and real estate companies in an alleged land fraud case.
C Joseph Vijay, leader of the TVK, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, with the oath of office administered by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath in a ceremony held at Nehru Stadium. The event was attended by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.
Police have registered a case against the management of a private school in Bareilly after a six-year-old student drowned in an open well on the school premises.
A 17-year-old student in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, was found dead inside a library he owned. Police suspect suicide, possibly related to a love affair.
Fire-related emergencies in Delhi surged by 73% in April compared to March, with 32 deaths reported in fire accidents between January and April, according to official data from the Delhi Fire Services.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Mumbai Indians in a thrilling low-scoring match, thanks to a crucial six by Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the final over, eliminating Mumbai from playoff contention.
The United States and Iran could resume negotiations as early as next week in Islamabad, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal citing people familiar with the matter.
Tension arose in a Uttar Pradesh village after Dalit women allegedly objected to a Maharana Pratap Jayanti procession, leading to police intervention and a negotiated agreement.
FIFA has announced that the 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by Mexico, Canada, and the United States, will feature separate opening ceremonies in each of the three countries. The ceremonies will feature a diverse lineup of musical performers and cultural showcases.
Biocon is actively seeking in-licensing opportunities to expand its biosimilars portfolio, focusing on products that complement existing therapy areas, as the company shifts to a 'consolidate' phase with a strong emphasis on improving capacity utilisation, expanding margins, and driving return on capital employed.
A man in his late 50s was killed in a hit-and-run accident on MG Road in Bengaluru early Friday morning. Police are investigating the incident and analysing CCTV footage to identify the vehicle and driver involved.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has voiced his support for the TMC and DMK after their losses in recent assembly elections, while criticising the Congress party.
Two minor girls died of asphyxiation after their mother attempted self-immolation following an alleged family dispute in Shamli district, Uttar Pradesh.
A 17-year-old schoolgirl in Gurugram, India, allegedly died by suicide after being harassed, according to police reports. Investigations are underway, focusing on chats found on her mobile phone and a note indicating threats from a young man.
A recent NCRB report reveals that Delhi continues to have the highest number of crimes against women among 19 metropolitan cities in India, including rape, kidnapping, and dowry deaths.
Three people died in two separate road accidents in Jharkhand's Godda district on Sunday. Two men were killed when a truck hit their motorcycle, and another man died in a head-on collision between two motorcycles.
A college student died and approximately 45 passengers sustained injuries when a KSRTC bus overturned in the Davanagere district of Karnataka after the driver reportedly lost control.
Punjab Cabinet Minister Aman Arora has accused the Enforcement Directorate (ED) of defaming him by linking his name to a raid operation conducted on realty groups in Punjab and Chandigarh. Arora denies any wrongdoing and claims the ED's actions are politically motivated.
The wife of retired IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray was allegedly killed by a Nepali gang with the help of a domestic help in Hyderabad. Police are investigating the murder, which occurred in the early hours of Friday.
The Allahabad High Court has issued a detailed procedure for conducting criminal trials in the absence of proclaimed offenders, as per section 356 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, aiming to ensure speedy justice.
Delhi Police arrested 482 alleged gangsters and associates, including nine operatives linked to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti, during a 48-hour pan-Delhi operation.
A man accused of killing four children and their mother in Ambedkar Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, was killed in a police encounter. The accused, Aamir, was the prime suspect in the killings, which police believe were triggered by obsessive affection and greed for property.
An Indian crew member was killed in a maritime incident in Dubai, according to the Indian Consulate.
The wife of retired IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray was allegedly killed by a Nepali gang with the help of a domestic help in Hyderabad. Police are investigating the incident.
A Pakistani national, Avesh Khan, was apprehended by the Border Security Force (BSF) in Rajasthan's Barmer district after crossing the India-Pakistan border and handed over to the police for questioning.
Maharashtra minister Sanjay Shirsat has called for a police investigation into the alleged involvement of AIMIM and its ex-MP Imtiaz Jaleel in the Nashik TCS case, following the arrest of accused Nida Khan. Shirsat alleges AIMIM is encouraging religious conversions and that Khan is part of a larger network.
Vinesh Phogat's eligibility to compete in the National Open Ranking Tournament is uncertain due to questions about her compliance with WADA's six-month notice rule for returning athletes.
A senior US official has emphasised the importance of openness and security in the development of artificial intelligence between India and the US, urging both nations to avoid dependencies on adversarial countries.
Delhi recorded 64 cases of crimes against foreigners in 2024, the highest among all union territories, according to NCRB data.
Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan and his wife Sophie Shine formally registered their marriage in Gurugram, completing the formalities at the registrar's office.
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