Madhya Pradesh police have issued a final notice to ex-judge Giribala Singh in connection with her daughter-in-law's death, allegedly due to dowry harassment. The government has also initiated a probe into whether Singh can continue as chairperson of the consumer court.
A woman and her teenage son were found murdered in their home in southeast Delhi. Police suspect robbery as the motive and are investigating the case.
India's consumption stocks, which have outperformed the broader market, are now facing significant pressure due to a gradual rise in fuel prices and the potential for higher inflation. Analysts warn that companies may be forced to pass on increased input costs to consumers, potentially hurting demand across both staples and discretionary categories, with a looming threat of deficient monsoon rainfall further exacerbating inflationary concerns.
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap is surprised by a non-bailable warrant issued against him in Surat, concerning an 'objectionable' social media post from last year.
About 181,750 units were sold in FY26 in Punjab, marking a 16.29 per cent year-on-year increase.
Aaron Rai emerged victorious at the PGA Championship, becoming the first Englishman since 1919 to win the prestigious title. Rai's impressive performance, including a remarkable back-nine surge and clutch putting, secured his victory at Aronimink Golf Club.
India's Avani Prashanth faced a challenging third round at the 2026 Amundi German Masters, carding an 81 and slipping down the leaderboard. Despite a strong recovery in the second round, difficult weather conditions impacted her performance.
Young Vaishnavi Adkar's impressive win against Aishi Das gives India a 1-0 lead against New Zealand in the Billie Jean King Cup. This victory follows India's 1-2 defeat to Thailand, where Adkar faced challenges in her debut match.
A man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly strangling his girlfriend to death after she refused to leave with him. The incident occurred at the victim's home in Shamli district, with an associate also arrested for assisting in the crime.
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Wesley So in the fifth round of the Super Chess Classic, part of the Grand Chess Tour, while Vincent Keymer of Germany maintained his lead.
A 14-year-old girl, missing for a month, has been found in Gurugram. Police have arrested an individual from Rajasthan and charged him under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act.
A 24-year-old man in Nagpur was arrested for allegedly murdering his grandmother after a dispute over money he withdrew from her bank account.
A 30-year-old man was brutally attacked and killed by three persons over a dispute in Thane district, Maharashtra. Police arrested the accused shortly after the incident in the Mharalgaon area of Kalyan taluka.
The World No 3, who last won a clay court title at the French Open final in 2024, targets success on the red dirt with a new coach and renewed zeal.
An anti-encroachment drive in Mumbai's Bandra area turned violent after authorities demolished an alleged illegal religious structure, leading to stone-pelting by residents and a police lathi-charge.
Unidentified individuals, suspected to be drug addicts, vandalised approximately 10 cars parked on a road in Thane's Kalwa area, prompting protests from local residents.
A new study suggests that complex strategic decisions may be better when made with less thinking time, highlighting the role of intuition in decision-making.
Security forces have arrested a terrorist associate in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, recovering hand grenades during the operation.
India's organised gold jewellery retail sector is projected to experience a 13-15 per cent year-on-year decline in sales volumes this fiscal, following an 8 per cent drop last year, due to elevated gold prices and a recent import duty hike, according to a Crisil report.
Assam Rifles and the Excise and Narcotics Department seized methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 17.10 lakh in Champhai district, Mizoram. The suspected drug traffickers fled towards Myanmar, leaving behind the consignment.
A woman in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly strangling her four-year-old daughter to death after a dispute with her husband.
Crispin Chettri is expected to be reappointed as the head coach of the Indian women's football team, succeeding Amelia Valverde, following a recommendation from the AIFF's Technical Committee.
A new study in Phoenix, USA, reveals that waste heat from data centres can significantly increase air temperatures in nearby neighbourhoods, exacerbating urban heat island effects.
Faridabad police arrested a wanted criminal, Sandeep alias Chenta, after a brief encounter in which he sustained a bullet injury to his leg. The arrest followed a tip-off that the accused was planning another crime.
Salima Tete will lead India's 24-member women's hockey squad for the Argentina tour, with Deepika and Savita returning to the team.
Kerala Blasters FC defeated FC Goa 2-1 in their final Indian Super League (ISL) match, with goals from Kevin Yoke and Fallou Ndiaye securing the victory.
Eternal University in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmour district is under investigation following allegations that a sanitation worker filmed girl students inside a bathroom. Students reported the incident to the university administration, who alerted the police after protests. The accused was apprehended by students while allegedly attempting to flee.
Four members of a family were killed and one was critically injured after a speeding dumper truck ran over them while they were sleeping outside their house in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh.
Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Chanmari FC 2-1 in a closely contested Indian Football League match, maintaining their chances of winning the title.
A government official in Telangana is under investigation for allegedly acquiring assets through corrupt practices. The Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) conducted searches at multiple locations and found significant property documents, cash, and gold ornaments.
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty displayed resilience and skill to reach the men's doubles final at the Thailand Open Super 500 badminton tournament, overcoming Malaysia's Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin in a thrilling three-game match.
A young man has been arrested in Jharkhand's Pakur district for allegedly murdering a 53-year-old man over a land dispute. The accused confessed to the crime and has been sent to judicial custody.
Suicides in India have increased one-and-a-half times since 2000, with daily wage earners and family problems being the leading causes.
Pranavi Urs emerged as the best-placed Indian after the opening round of the Amundi German Masters, carding a 3-over 76 to be tied 83rd. Leonie Harm set a new course record with a bogey-free 8-under 65.
Aditi Ashok posted a 2-over 72 in the first round of the Kroger Queen City Championship, placing her in a tie for 72nd, six shots behind the leaders Rio Takeda, Ina Yoon, and Chella Choi.
A woman in Khammam district allegedly died by suicide due to domestic violence by her husband. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, including allegations of abuse and an illicit affair.
French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday announced that France and the United Kingdom will jointly lead a multinational initiative to restore free and secure navigation in the Strait of Hormuz amid uncertainty over the virtual control of the strategic waterway between the US and Iran.
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has been in Tehran meeting with Iranian officials in an attempt to mediate and resolve the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran. This marks Naqvi's second visit in less than a week as Pakistan seeks to bridge the differences between the two nations and establish long-term stability in the region.
A young man in Uttar Pradesh died after allegedly setting himself on fire during a dispute with his brother over a motorcycle. The incident occurred after the elder brother, allegedly intoxicated, insisted on riding the motorcycle against their father's wishes.
A 25-year-old nurse was allegedly strangled to death in Meerut, and her body was found outside the emergency ward of the medical college where she worked. Police have booked a hospital ward attendant and his sister in connection with the murder.
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