Delhi must now purge the delusional hopes of being a 'counterweight' to China in the US calculus, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora has been sent to judicial custody for two weeks in connection with an alleged Rs 100-crore money laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate produced Arora before the court after completing his extended remand. The minister's next court appearance is scheduled for June 1st.
Novak Djokovic aims for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the French Open, but faces challenges due to a disrupted season and physical issues.
'India's security challenges are no longer confined to the Line of Control or the Line of Actual Control.'
'They also span cyber networks, economic systems, information warfare, technology ecosystems, maritime routes, and internal social cohesion.'
Heavily armed militants attacked villages in Manipur's Kamjong district near the India-Myanmar border, torching houses and forcing residents to flee. The attack targeted Tangkhul Naga villages, with allegations pointing to Myanmar-based militant groups.
A wanted criminal, Sunil alias Shetty alias Deva, was arrested in Delhi's Pul Prahladpur area after a brief exchange of fire with police. He was wanted in connection with a robbery and attempted culpable homicide case.
India's impressive run in the AFC Women's U17 Asian Cup concluded with a 3-0 defeat against China in the quarter-finals, ending their hopes for a historic qualification for the 2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup.
Salima Tete will lead the Indian women's hockey team in their upcoming tour of Australia, with Lalthantluangi and Shilpi Dabas receiving their first senior team call-ups.
A criminal wanted in connection with a robbery case and carrying a reward of Rs 25,000 was arrested after an encounter with police in Saharanpur. The accused, Shahjaan, was injured in the leg during the exchange of fire and has been admitted to a district hospital.
A joint attack by the United States and Israel on Iran has triggered a massive military confrontation in the Middle-East.
Samarth Singh, the husband of Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died due to dowry harassment, has filed an anticipatory bail application in the Madhya Pradesh High Court after failing to get relief from a lower court.
A man was arrested after an encounter with police in connection with the murder of his eight-year-old niece in Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. The accused, Arun Kumar, was attempting to flee to Nepal when he was apprehended. He allegedly confessed to the crime and was shot in the leg during an attempt to escape from police custody.
Pakistan's newly-appointed hockey team head coach, Manzur ul Hassan, believes the nation erred by not participating in the FIH Pro League's inaugural edition in 2019, depriving players of crucial experience against top-tier opponents.
Chanmari FC scored twice in stoppage time to secure a 2-2 draw against Rajasthan United FC in their final I-League Championship Phase match. Rajasthan United had led 2-0, but Chanmari's late surge earned them a point.
A man was detained at the swearing-in ceremony of the new Assam government after being found with live bullets during security screening. The incident occurred shortly before the oath-taking ceremony, attended by high-profile BJP leaders and other dignitaries.
Following through announcements with enforcement of measures is key, as a run through recent Indian economic history shows, points out A K Bhattacharya.
World champion D Gukesh defeated his challenger Javokhir Sindarov in the Super Rapid and Blitz event in Warsaw, signalling his readiness for the upcoming World Championship title defence.
India's defence expenditure surged to $92.1 billion in 2025, making it the world's fifth-largest military spender, according to SIPRI data. This 8.9 per cent year-on-year rise was primarily driven by operational and procurement needs following heightened regional tensions with Pakistan in May 2025.
A Nashik court has denied bail to a TCS site head, Ashwini Chainani, in a sexual harassment and conversion case, citing her failure to act on the victim's complaints. The court also rejected bail for other accused individuals in the case.
The CBSE has taken up on 'top priority' the cases related to alleged mismatched answer sheets and other concerns faced by students in the re-evaluation process, a source in the board said.
Lucknow University has formed a disciplinary committee to investigate assistant professor Paramjeet Singh following allegations of misconduct, including inappropriate conversations with a student and leaking examination papers.
Three Indian nationals were injured in a drone attack on the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone (FOIZ) in the UAE. The UAE has condemned the attack, attributing it to Iran.
A court in Latur, Maharashtra, sentenced three men to life imprisonment for the murder of two people over a land dispute from February 2021. Two women accused in the case were acquitted.
A new report alleges Pakistan shielded Iranian military aircraft from potential US airstrikes, raising questions about its role as a neutral mediator in the ongoing US-Iran tensions.
Businessman Robert Vadra has approached the Delhi High Court to challenge a trial court's decision to summon him in connection with a money laundering case related to a land deal in Shikohpur, Haryana.
US President Donald Trump is set to visit China for talks with President Xi Jinping on trade, global issues, and the Gulf war. The visit aims to address trade frictions and other key issues, with high expectations for progress.
The Supreme Court has directed a Bengaluru court to expedite the hearing in the Renukaswamy murder case involving actor Darshan and others, expressing concern over the slow progress of the trial.
The family of Twisha Sharma, who was found dead in her marital home in Bhopal, has issued a public appeal for a transparent investigation into her death and an end to what they call a 'posthumous character trial'. They allege attempts to divert attention from the investigation by targeting her reputation.
The Jerusalem District Court has postponed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's scheduled testimony in his ongoing corruption trial due to security and diplomatic considerations, as requested by the defence.
Bodies of two suspected Bangladeshi smugglers who were shot dead by Border Security Force in Tripura's Sepahijala district were handed over to their relatives through Kamalasagar BOP in the presence of BSF and BGB officials, police said on Saturday.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a virtual meeting with chief ministers to review preparedness and plans in light of the West Asia conflict, emphasising the importance of national unity and enhanced security measures.
For India, China's Indian Ocean power projection, maritime domain awareness, dual-use ports, underwater surveillance, antisubmarinewarfare, naval exercises with Pakistan, pose considerable pressure, depleted India's strategic depth and marginalises Indian role, points out Srikanth Kondapalli.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel to enhance defence and trade cooperation amid Middle East tensions. Discussions will include defence, security, and the situation in Gaza.
SC Delhi and Inter Kashi played to a 0-0 draw in their Indian Super League match, with both teams displaying strong defence and goalkeeping.
A robbery accused was shot and arrested in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after a confrontation with police. The accused and his associates had gathered to divide the stolen loot when authorities intervened.
The Telangana High Court will decide on the interim anticipatory bail petition of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar's son, Bandi Sai Bageerath, in a POCSO case. The court also directed the police to verify the victim's birth certificates.
Beijing has been wary of Sanae Takaichi's efforts to boost Japan's military profile since taking office six months ago, points out Dr Rajaram Panda.
Two suspected NSCN cadres were killed in an encounter with Assam Rifles in Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh, after security forces launched a counter-insurgency operation based on inputs about the movement of armed insurgents allegedly involved in extortion activities.
Former Delhi BJP president Adesh Gupta has announced that the Lokayukta has dismissed a corruption complaint filed against him. The complaint, which accused Gupta of availing luxury vehicles and encroaching public land, was rejected by the Lokayukta court.
A Delhi court has remanded five individuals to seven-day police custody in connection with the alleged NEET paper leak, citing the involvement of an organised gang.
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