An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in Bihar's Darbhanga district was injured after unidentified miscreants opened fire on a police team during patrolling on Thursday. ASI Randhir Kumar sustained a bullet injury to his left leg and is undergoing treatment. Police are conducting raids to apprehend the accused and ascertain the motive.
A Mumbai court has granted bail to Ukrainian actor Armen Ataian, who was arrested last year for allegedly using a forged birth certificate to claim Indian citizenship. The court ruled that his foreign national status alone is not grounds to deny bail, setting a bond of Rs 25,000 and ordering him not to leave India without permission. The genuineness of his birth certificate will be examined during the trial.
The Enforcement Directorate has frozen assets valued at approximately Rs 103 crore after conducting searches at 12 locations connected to Bharath Lajhna Multi State Housing Co-operative Society Ltd (BLM) and its founder, R Premkumar, in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The action is part of an ongoing money laundering investigation, revealing diversion of public funds for personal gain and acquisition of luxury assets.
A family in Maharashtra's Beed district has been booked for allegedly obstructing a windmill installation project by Avaada Energy and demanding Rs 30 lakh, despite having received prior compensation for their land. They also sought jobs for their children and threatened company officials.
Defence officials confirmed on Thursday that all serving Agniveers will be absorbed as regular soldiers after six years of service, provided they meet specific criteria. This clarification follows the government's announcement of a two-year extension for Agniveers completing their four-year tenure, allowing for subsequent permanent recruitment. The move effectively ensures a pathway for all Agniveers to join the regular cadre, addressing previous concerns about the 75% who were not initially retained.
Carlos Alcaraz has progressed to the quarter-finals of the Paris Masters after his opponent, Matteo Berrettini, pulled out of their third-round match on Thursday due to an arm injury. Berrettini cited ongoing arm pain, while Alcaraz, the second seed, now awaits his next opponent as he chases his fifth title of the season.
A 57-year-old man from Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, identified as Rajendra Singh, was arrested in Faridabad for allegedly posing as a vigilance officer. He reportedly threatened doctors and staff at the National Health Mission (NHM) office in the Civil Hospital, claiming to be investigating an ambulance fuel scam on behalf of a Rashtrapati Bhavan official. Police stated that Singh attempted to leverage an ongoing Rs 50 lakh diesel scam investigation at BK Hospital. He was arrested after the Chief Medical Officer alerted authorities and was subsequently remanded to judicial custody on Thursday.
Defending champions India started their SAFF Championships journey with a 3-2 victory over arch-rivals Pakistan. Suhail Ahmad Bhat scored a brace and Manglenthang Kipgen added another, giving India a 3-0 lead at half-time. Pakistan mounted a late comeback with two goals in stoppage time, but India held on for the win despite fielding a second-string side due to ISL player availability issues.
The ODI series opener between India and Sri Lanka on December 13, 2026, has been moved from Delhi's Feroz Shah Kotla to Visakhapatnam. The shift was requested by the DDCA due to concerns over potential weather disruption, high air pollution, and ongoing renovation work at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
The candidate list for the election of eight Sportspersons of Merit (SOMs) for the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) polls has been trimmed to 23 from 27 after scrutiny. IOA president PT Usha and several Olympic medallists are among those still in the fray, while some prominent names like Sardar Singh missed out. The elected SOMs will participate in the IOA General Assembly and vote in the December 5 Executive Council polls.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday asked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to disclose details of his foreign trips to the public, saying they have a right to know since he was the leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha.
A momo stall owner was allegedly stabbed to death by unidentified assailants in Mangolpuri, outer Delhi, on Thursday. Police have initiated an investigation, with preliminary inputs suggesting personal enmity as a possible motive.
Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan paid an emotional tribute to football legend Cristiano Ronaldo as the Portuguese star announced his farewell to the national team. Satheesan highlighted Ronaldo's inspiring legacy of hard work and determination, particularly for football lovers in Kerala, and acknowledged his impact on millions of young minds.
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has taken significant action in a case involving the alleged illegal sale of foreign liquor and tax evasion amounting to over Rs 10 crore. Raids were conducted across Delhi-NCR, Haryana, and Punjab, leading to seizures of cash and crucial documents. The investigation targets a syndicate accused of misusing bond-to-bond transfer systems to sell imported liquor without paying applicable duties, primarily through 'The Theka' in Gurugram.
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his international retirement after more than two decades representing Portugal, a career marked by record-breaking achievements including 234 appearances and 146 goals. His farewell, delivered via social media, follows a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over his place in the team. Ronaldo led Portugal to their first major title at Euro 2016 and two Nations League trophies, but the World Cup remained elusive. His departure contrasts sharply with Lionel Messi's recent international embrace, leaving a melancholic end to an unparalleled career.
Mumbai secured a dramatic 106-run victory over a resilient Railways in the Ranji Trophy Group D clash. Despite centuries from Railways' Eshaan Goyal and Zubair Ali, Mumbai's exceptional fielding and crucial breakthroughs in the final hour, spearheaded by Sarfaraz Khan and Musheer Khan, ensured their fourth outright win, taking their points tally to 27.
A decomposed body of an unidentified man was discovered in a luxury car parked in a garage in Kolkata's Kasba area on Thursday. Police were alerted by a foul smell and found the body on the driver's seat of a dust-covered, number-plate-less vehicle. The Homicide Squad has launched an investigation to identify the deceased and determine the circumstances of death.
The Jammu and Kashmir Football Association (JKFA) is set to hold fresh elections on November 25, mandated by a court order. This move aims to align the football governing body with the AIFF constitution and the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, following a petition by former office-bearers.
The Indian government has announced significant relaxations in passport and visa regulations for various foreign nationals residing in the country. These amendments, outlined in the Immigration and Foreigners (Exemption) (Amendment) Order, 2026, benefit specific Pakistani citizens, minority refugees from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, Sri Lankan Tamils, Tibetans, and people of Indian origin from Malaysia/Singapore. The new rules also streamline travel protocols for Indian, Nepalese, and Bhutanese citizens travelling between their respective nations, and provide exemptions for military personnel and foreign military vessel crews.
Mumbai is set to host two significant professional golf tournaments, including the inaugural Shri Shashi Ruia Memorial Golf Championship from January 12 to 15, 2027, at Willingdon Sports Club. This new event, with a Rs 2 crore prize purse, is part of a five-year partnership between the DP World PGTI and Essar Foundation, honouring late Essar co-founder Shashi Ruia. It will be preceded by the Rs 1 crore CIDCO Open in December 2026, collectively offering a Rs 3 crore prize purse and boosting opportunities for Indian golf professionals.
A court in Kochi dismissed appeals seeking to cancel the bail granted to a 17-year-old boy, son of an Additional District Sessions Court judge, who was allegedly driving a Mercedes-Benz involved in a fatal accident. The court highlighted procedural lapses by the investigation team and directed police to strictly adhere to the Juvenile Justice Act. The victim's family expressed deep disappointment with the verdict, questioning public confidence in the judiciary.
A 31-year-old CRPF constable, Sudhir Swami, allegedly died by suicide using his service rifle while on duty at the Mizoram Governor's official residence in Aizawl on Thursday. Police have registered an unnatural death case and are investigating the motive, seizing his rifle and mobile phone. His body is being transported to Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Leaders of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka, and Ajinkya Shinde, were questioned by the Delhi Police Crime Branch for four hours on Thursday. The questioning pertained to two FIRs filed against them concerning their protest at Jantar Mantar on October 13, where they allegedly trespassed and violated protest site restrictions.
A special PMLA court in Mumbai has accepted the Enforcement Directorate's closure report in a 2022 money laundering case against Maharashtra minister Hasan Mushrif and his sons. This decision follows the Bombay High Court quashing the linked predicate offenses, which are essential for a PMLA case to proceed.
Delhi Police has filed a 638-page chargesheet against six individuals, including the building owners and two paying guest (PG) operators, in connection with the September 6 Satya Niketan building collapse that resulted in seven deaths. The accused face charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder and negligence.
Star Indian shooters Manu Bhaker and Suruchi Inder Singh failed to secure individual Olympic quota places for the 2028 Los Angeles Games at the ISSF World Championships in Doha. Both finished outside medal positions in the women's 10m air pistol event. While they contributed to a team silver, individual quotas remain elusive for India at the championships.
Activist Sharjeel Imam has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Delhi High Court's decision to deny him bail in a UAPA case related to the February 2020 northeast Delhi riots. Imam argues for bail due to the prosecution's failure to examine witnesses and the impending expiry of a one-year embargo set by the top court. He highlights that despite being an undertrial for over six years, no witnesses have been examined in a case involving 18 accused and over 900 witnesses.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met India's medal winners from the recently concluded Asian Para Games, praising their achievements and struggles as an inspiration for the country. India achieved its best-ever performance at the Games, securing 114 medals. Modi highlighted the government's commitment to supporting sports talent and improving the sporting ecosystem, urging athletes to aim for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.
A man in Surat, Gujarat, has been arrested for allegedly killing his co-worker over a wage dispute and later decapitating the body to conceal the victim's identity. The police recovered the severed head after the accused confessed to the crime.
A Delhi court has summoned the Tihar Jail superintendent to explain measures taken for the safety of Aaftab Amin Poonawala, accused in the Shraddha Walkar murder case. Poonawala claims he is still receiving threats from fellow inmates despite previous court orders for his protection.
Malaysia, the Asian Games silver medallist, defeated South Korea 5-2 to secure the bronze medal at the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament. Abu Kamal Arzai scored two crucial goals, helping Malaysia overcome an early deficit and dominate the match.
A Delhi court has directed the city police to provide seven working days' prior notice to Congress MP and dismissed JNU professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam before taking any coercive action, including arrest, in a sexual harassment case. The court noted that while police are not currently contemplating arrest, they must serve a physical notice if circumstances change. This comes after JNU dismissed Akoijam based on an internal committee's findings, a decision later stayed by the Delhi High Court.
The Bombay High Court on Thursday cancelled the bail previously granted to dismissed police officer Sachin Waze, an accused in the 2021 'Antilia' bomb scare case and the killing of businessman Mansukh Hiran. The court allowed the National Investigation Agency's (NIA) appeal, overturning a special court's decision that had granted Waze bail in September. Waze, booked under the UAPA, will remain in Thane Central Prison.
Indian benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, witnessed a significant rally, with the Sensex jumping 2,009 points and the Nifty surging 576 points. This surge is attributed to a sharp decline in crude oil prices, hopes for a resolution to the West Asia conflict, and the Democratic Party gaining control of the US Congress in the midterm elections.
The Odisha Forest Department arrested a man in Mayurbhanj district after recovering elephant tusks and deer antlers from his house. The discovery was made during an Enforcement Directorate raid related to a large-scale financial fraud investigation.
The Supreme Court has ruled that the 24-hour constitutional deadline for producing an arrested person before a magistrate begins from the moment of detention, not from the time of formal arrest. This judgment aims to prevent misuse of authority and custodial violence by ensuring judicial oversight from the initial curtailment of liberty.
Out-of-favour opener Prithvi Shaw admits an India comeback is always on his mind but stresses the importance of staying in the present. He reflected on his current Ranji Trophy season with Maharashtra, where he has struggled for consistency despite two half-centuries. Shaw also spoke about his comfort with the Maharashtra team and the challenge of facing veteran pacer Mohammed Shami.
Mehli Mistry has challenged Noel Tata's eligibility to continue as a trustee of the Bai Hirabai Jamsetji Tata Navsari Charitable Institution, alleging he holds Irish citizenship, a UAE Golden Visa, and is a tax resident of the United Arab Emirates, seeking an affidavit from Tata on his citizenship and tax residency status.
Tripura's cricket coach Satrajit Lahiri discusses the team's recent Ranji Trophy victory against Saurashtra, highlighting the challenges faced due to inadequate pre-season training and infrastructure. He emphasizes the need for improved red-ball cricket standards, particularly in batting, and expresses high hopes for his bowlers and key players like Sandip Sarkar and skipper Manishankar Murasingh, looking ahead to upcoming white-ball tournaments.
Three men were arrested in Etah following a police encounter after they allegedly stole a licensed gun. One accused sustained a bullet injury during the retaliatory firing. Police recovered the stolen gun and other weapons.
