The West Bengal government has transferred the investigation into the murder of real estate developer Safiq Khan to the state CID following concerns from the victim's family about the lack of arrests.
India's manufacturing sector experienced a significant growth spurt in February, reaching a four-month high driven by strong domestic demand, according to the HSBC India Manufacturing PMI.
A 45-year-old man allegedly shot and critically injured four men following a dispute in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh. Police have detained four individuals and are searching for the main suspect.
A classroom roof collapsed at a government school in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, but no one was injured as the teacher evacuated the students in time after hearing cracking sounds from the ceiling.
It was a performance wrapped in authority and flair, one that re-instated the belief that they can remain T20 World Cup champions.
A police Station House Officer (SHO) in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, has been suspended after a video surfaced showing him dancing on the shoulders of a history-sheeter with bike theft cases at his birthday party held on police station premises.
A 62-year-old woman was allegedly hacked to death in Jharkhand's Gumla district over suspicion of practicing witchcraft. Police have arrested one man in connection with the murder and are searching for another.
Assam Police arrested three individuals in two separate operations for allegedly smuggling banned Yaba tablets and illegal liquor, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma praising the successful busts.
India's rail modernisation drive has reached a critical milestone. With electrification reaching 99.2 per cent, Indian Railways is among the world's leading rail systems.
The Shiv Sena secured a narrow victory over its ally BJP in the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) elections. With no party securing a clear majority, negotiations and strategic discussions are expected.
Inter Kashi FC secured their first-ever Indian Super League (ISL) victory by defeating Kerala Blasters 2-1 in a composed team performance. Alfred Planas was named Player of the Match as Inter Kashi climbed to sixth in the standings.
Jammu and Kashmir's historic Ranji Trophy win showcases a remarkable transformation in Indian cricket, fueled by Delhi's cricketing influence and strategic leadership.
The military command clarified in a statement published on X that the aircraft were engaged in error during active combat operations on Sunday.
Every lead character is nuts in Psycho Saiyaan, observes Deepa Gahlot.
This is just the beginning, said Sahil Lotra as Auqib Nabi's seventh five-wicket haul and Qamran Iqbal's unbeaten 94 put Jammu & Kashmir on the brink of a historic maiden Ranji Trophy title against Karnataka.
Even as Benedict and Sophie steal sultry glances and get intimate, one crucial thing is missing all throughout, notes Divya Nair.
Tamil Nadu, Chandigarh, Services, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh, Indian Railways and Bihar have qualified for the quarter-finals of the 72nd Senior men's National Kabaddi Championship.
Cricket magnifies the joy in the City of Joy. And with the stadium illuminated in World Cup colours, it seems to have lit up the soul of Kolkata.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated a new biotechnology facility and dedicated a national facility for recombinant cells and sensors at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology in Thiruvananthapuram, highlighting India's focus on biotechnology and its potential for economic growth.
Federico Cina of Italy defeated Felix Gill of Britain in a thrilling final to win the Maha Open ATP Challenger 75 Men's Tennis Championship in Pune.
The V-Class will be locally produced at the Mercedes facility in Chakan, near Pune, making it the second product, after the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, to begin local production.
Rachin Ravindra praised Mitchell Santner's leadership and performance after New Zealand's superb come-from-behind victory against Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup.
A sub-inspector was found dead at his residence in Nadia district, West Bengal. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
Following US and Israeli strikes in Iran, reports have surfaced questioning the wellbeing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, prompting a swift denial from Iranian officials and condemnation of the military action.
Three men were injured after being stabbed during a fight over a family dispute at a private hospital in central Delhi's Turkman Gate. The incident occurred when a man allegedly attacked his in-laws while visiting his ailing wife.
Precious metal prices surged in futures trading, with silver hitting Rs 2.93 lakh per kg and gold nearing Rs 1.68 lakh per 10 grams, driven by safe-haven demand following US-Israel strikes in Iran and retaliatory attacks.
A 20-year-old woman, Sreekutty, who was pushed from a moving train in Kerala, has been discharged from hospital after three months of treatment for severe injuries.
Unbeaten South Africa take on a dangerous New Zealand side in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Eden Gardens, with the Proteas wary of complacency in the knockout stage.
"There is an India that is embracing global luxury symbols and another which, as it evolves, is comfortable owning its 'Indian-ness'. We're deeply rooted in India, yet global," say Nicobar Design founders Simran Lal and Raul Rai.
Odisha Police formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate an illegal hashish oil trade operating from an island in Koraput district, following a major drug seizure and multiple arrests.
Gurugram Police arrested a wanted criminal, Ankit Kumar, after a brief encounter near Pachgaon chowk. The accused, who had escaped from a jail in Uttar Pradesh, was injured in the exchange of fire and is currently hospitalized.
Wildlife experts have cautioned that multiple tiger deaths within a short span may point to underlying ecological or management concerns.
Sanath Jayasuriya has decided to step down as Sri Lanka's head coach following the team's poor performance in the T20 World Cup. He cited injuries to key players and inconsistency as contributing factors.
Youth Congress office-bearers were questioned by police in Delhi regarding a protest held earlier in the week. The protest, staged without prior permission, led to an FIR against several women workers. Police recorded statements and granted bail at the station.
Auqib Nabi's journey from a small village in Baramulla to becoming a key player in Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy victory is a story of perseverance and dedication.
Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar has called for an impartial probe into the death of Ranjit Singh, an accused in the murder of two policemen in Gurdaspur, following questions raised about the police encounter.
'Moments like this remind us how fragile life really is.'
India's Karandeep Kochhar slipped to tied 23rd after shooting 70 in the third round of the New Zealand Open.
Former RPF constable Chetansinh Chaudhary, accused of killing his senior and three passengers on a train in 2023, has applied for bail, citing 'borderline insanity' and blaming railway authorities for not assessing his mental state.
The seventh edition of Bengaluru GAFX, a major AVGC-XR conference and exhibition, will be held from February 27, showcasing advancements in animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality.
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