A Gurugram court has convicted four individuals in a gang rape case involving a minor girl. Three of the convicts received 20-year prison sentences, while the fourth was sentenced to five years of rigorous imprisonment. The court also imposed fines on all convicted individuals. The case stemmed from a complaint filed in November 2021 regarding the rape of a 13-year-old girl.
The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered an FIR against a former Naib Tehsildar, a Patwari, and private individuals for allegedly encroaching upon and selling state land in Gurha Brahmana village. The case stems from a complaint revealing that a buyer was given state land (khasra number 96) instead of the purchased private land (khasra number 65), facilitated by corrupt officials.
FC Bengaluru United secured a dramatic 4-3 victory over Mohammedan SC in the Indian Football League, with substitute Akshunna Tyagi scoring a stoppage-time winner on Friday. Bengaluru initially led by two goals, but Mohammedan fought back to level the score before Tyagi's late header sealed their first-ever IFL win.
A 45-year-old man has been arrested in Panvel, Maharashtra, for allegedly strangling his 40-year-old younger brother, who suffered from a serious ailment. The accused initially tried to stage the death as natural, but vigilant neighbours noticed rope marks on the victim's neck, leading to police intervention and his confession.
Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed captain of Bihar's senior team for the initial two matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, starting November 14. Suraj Kashyap will serve as vice-captain. Sooryavanshi, known for his IPL and India T20I performances, will lead Bihar in Group B, with their first match against Saurashtra in Indore.
The Enforcement Directorate has filed a charge sheet against real estate firm Raheja Developers, its promoter Navin Raheja, and family members on money laundering charges. The case involves an alleged multi-crore fraud where homebuyers did not receive possession or refunds for flats and commercial units. The ED claims Rs 1,353.26 crore was diverted from construction funds, and seeks confiscation of assets worth Rs 2,399.65 crore.
The Congress party has called for the scrapping of the Agnipath scheme, claiming it has weakened national security and led to a shortage of soldiers. This demand follows the government's recent decision to extend Agniveers' tenure by two years and offer permanent recruitment to some. The Congress also seeks retrospective benefits for regularised Agniveers and criticises the scheme's impact on soldiers' welfare, citing reported suicides and discrimination.
A man has been arrested in Perumbavoor, Kerala, for allegedly murdering his three-year-old stepson. The child was initially brought to a hospital with head injuries, which the stepfather claimed were from a fall. However, doctors found multiple injury marks, leading to a police investigation that revealed the stepfather had allegedly assaulted the child and banged his head against a wall.
Police busted an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in Virar East, Palghar district, ahead of Diwali, seizing contraband and equipment worth approximately Rs 13 lakh. Three persons have been booked, and a probe is underway. The unit operated in a crowded residential area, employing 17 workers under dangerous conditions.
The Indian government has amended direct overseas listing norms, allowing companies to list convertible debentures and preference shares, in addition to equity shares, on international exchanges in the GIFT IFSC. Unlisted public companies and those with negative net worth can also list, subject to conditions.
A 22-year-old youth, Karuna Das, was arrested in Kendrapara, Odisha, for allegedly killing his 65-year-old maternal uncle, Giridhari Das, with a spear following a family altercation on Thursday night. The incident occurred after the accused, reportedly drunk, was reprimanded by his mother, leading to his uncle's intervention.
Indian tennis sensation Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi's impressive run at the Chennai Open concluded in the quarterfinals with a 3-6, 3-6 defeat to American Robin Montgomery. Despite the loss, the 17-year-old's performance, reaching the WTA Tour-level quarterfinals, has been hailed as a significant step forward for Indian women's tennis, showcasing her fearless approach and potential.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 6.64 kg of amphetamine valued at Rs 5.32 crore from a passenger bus on the Indore-Bhopal route, leading to one arrest. The arrested individual was already out on bail in another NDPS Act case.
A 27-year-old man has been arrested in Malappuram, Kerala, for allegedly assaulting two police officers who were on surveillance duty as part of an anti-narcotics operation. The incident occurred on Thursday when the accused, along with an absconding accomplice, attacked the officers after they tried to note down their scooter's registration number for making derogatory remarks. One officer sustained serious injuries, including a nasal bone fracture.
Pakistan's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has conducted extensive raids on illegal call centres in Karachi, leading to the arrest of 273 individuals this week. These centres are accused of defrauding foreign nationals and local citizens through credit card scams and Ponzi schemes. The NCCIA faces challenges in tracing these operations and prosecuting workers, despite identifying hundreds of such centres.
Former Delhi captain Nitish Rana has been dropped from the state's 16-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which begins on November 14. The Ayush Badoni-led team will see the inclusion of India pacer Mayank Yadav, alongside Harshit Rana and Ishant Sharma. Delhi is in Elite Group B and will play their matches in Indore, starting their campaign against Jammu and Kashmir.
The viral 'Clicky Ponting' amateur cricketer received a two-year cricket ban for allegedly deceiving umpires, while Saltburn Cricket Club was fined, relegated and docked 60 points.
The Supreme Court on Friday reaffirmed its March 11 verdict, stating that a parent's salary or income from PSU or private sector employment cannot be the sole factor for creamy-layer exclusion for OBCs. The court also rejected the Centre's plea for prospective application of the judgment, clarifying that it applies to the parties involved and will not reopen concluded selections or promotions.
Two-time Olympic-medallist PV Sindhu has been named chairperson of the Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) Athletes' Commission, with Indian men's hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh as vice-chairperson. Star weightlifter Mirabai Chanu and swimmer Sajan Prakash were elected as athlete representatives to the IOA General Body. All appointments were unopposed, meaning no elections were held for these posts. These athletes will serve a four-year tenure from 2026-2030 and will be part of the IOA's executive council.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that the film "Doosra" prima facie violated cricketer Sourav Ganguly's personality rights. While refusing to halt its theatrical screening, the court ordered the filmmakers to add a disclaimer and furnish a bank guarantee of Rs 2 crore, noting the film commercially exploited Ganguly's identity.
A fire erupted in the Karmabhoomi Express near Sarai Banjara railway station in Patiala, Punjab, on Friday, affecting three coaches and partially damaging a fourth. Over 1,500 passengers had a narrow escape as the train was halted, and affected coaches were detached. No casualties or injuries were reported, and an inquiry into the cause of the fire has been initiated.
The Kerala government has initiated an internal inquiry into four police personnel from Pathanamthitta district. They are accused of maintaining close ties with a history-sheeter, Sarath, and assisting him in illegal activities, including unauthorised soil transportation. The inquiry follows a Crime Branch report submitted in February 2026.
A special court in Latur has sentenced Govind Sadhu Naikwade to five years in jail and fined him Rs 5000 for sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl. The incident occurred on October 21, 2024, leading to his arrest and conviction under the POCSO Act and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Speculation about a merger between the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has intensified following a viral video of Praful Patel meeting NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar in hospital. This comes as ruling NCP president Sunil Tatkare revealed that a merger would have occurred in February this year if Ajit Pawar were alive. The meeting and Tatkare's comments have reignited discussions about the future of the NCP.
A special MCOCA court in Mumbai has directed police to investigate the claim of juvenility made by Phool Singh, an alleged shooter in the firing case involving actor Tiger Shroff. The court extended Singh's police custody along with four others until November 11, questioning why the claim was not made earlier and declining to send him to a juvenile home due to the possibility of avoiding custodial interrogation.
Marc Marquez heads to Qatar with an opportunity to equal Giacomo Agostini's eight-title record, but security concerns over the regional conflict have overshadowed the MotoGP championship battle.
Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested Gaurav Yadav, a 31-year-old alleged inter-state snatcher, who was a proclaimed offender in multiple cases across Delhi and Haryana and wanted in a Gangster Act case in Uttar Pradesh. Yadav, involved in 54 cases, was apprehended near Machchi Market, Vikaspuri-Nilothi Nala Road, with a semi-automatic pistol and live cartridges.
The Election Commission has provided a fresh opportunity for voters in seven states marked as Absent, Shifted, Dead, or Duplicate (ASDD) to be included in the final electoral rolls. This decision comes amidst allegations of disenfranchisement and aims to facilitate the inclusion of electors whose enumeration forms were not returned during the Special Intensive Revision exercise.
Punjab Police have dismantled a significant cross-border narcotics smuggling operation, apprehending four individuals, including a juvenile, and seizing 36 kg of heroin. The network was allegedly operating under the direction of a foreign-based handler, receiving drone-smuggled consignments near the India-Pakistan border and distributing them further. Two motorcycles used in the operation were also impounded.
Only one body has been recovered so far, and efforts were underway to trace the remaining six.
Bollywood actor Nora Fatehi testified in a Delhi court, detailing her introduction to alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar by his wife, Leena Paulose, in December 2020. She recounted meeting Leena at a Chennai event and subsequently being introduced to Sukesh via phone, where a car was offered as a gift. Fatehi also addressed her previous court summons and the court's admonition for her absence.
Police in Saharanpur have arrested a man, Rohit alias Buddhu, in connection with the murder of 32-year-old Priyanka, whose body was found on October 29. The investigation is ongoing, and legal proceedings have commenced.
Indian golfer Pranavi Urs successfully made the cut at the 2026 Aramco China Championship, finishing 36 holes at 1-under par. She shot a 72 on Friday, securing her place for the weekend action. China's Liqi Zeng leads the tournament at 12-under par, with several players tied for second.
A new study reveals significant disparities in the return on investment (ROI) of COVID-19 vaccines across countries, with high-income nations reaping far greater economic and health benefits than low- and middle-income countries. While the global investment in vaccine development and delivery was USD 79.4 billion, the benefits ranged from USD 6.43 trillion to USD 64.3 trillion, showing a massive overall ROI. However, early access and faster rollouts in wealthier nations led to disproportionate gains.
Police in Ramgarh, Jharkhand, have busted a motorcycle theft gang, arresting seven individuals and recovering 20 stolen motorcycles. The bikes were stolen from various districts including Ranchi, Ramgarh, Bokaro, and Hazaribagh. The gang allegedly altered the appearance of stolen vehicles and tampered with identification numbers before selling them or dismantling them for parts.
A prominent Pakistani human rights lawyer couple, Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha, have filed appeals in the Islamabad High Court against their 10-year prison sentences in a security breach case. They were convicted for obstructing official duties during a cricket match in October 2024 and argue their trial was unfair, requesting suspension of sentences and bail.
The CBI has registered an FIR against Future Retail Ltd and its promoters, including Kishore Biyani, for an alleged bank fraud of Rs 904.32 crore. The case involves criminal conspiracy and diversion of funds from a consortium of nine banks, leading to searches at premises linked to Biyani in Mumbai.
Indian endurance athlete Kavita Chand sets a historic record on Mount Kilimanjaro, completing the Uhuru Peak round trip in 22h 36m via the Mweka route.
India-born urban planner Nithya Raman, who made history by unseating incumbent Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral election, developed her political philosophy through grassroots activism in Chennai. From 2010 to 2013, she led Transparent Chennai, mapping public sanitation, advocating for waste pickers, and opposing slum evictions, using data-driven approaches that later informed her successful mayoral campaign focused on housing affordability and homelessness. She is set to take office on December 14, 2026, as the first Indian-American and South Asian mayor of Los Angeles.
Indian cricketer Surya Kumar Yadav, accompanied by his family, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Friday. The meeting included a special moment where Yadav's niece sang a Kannada song, which PM Modi appreciated, linking the visit to Deepavali festivities.
