A man in Pakistan's Punjab province murdered his wife and five children with an axe, claiming it was an 'honour killing' due to suspicions of infidelity.
Diksha Dagar will lead a strong five-member Indian contingent at this week's Australian WPGA Championship. Hannah Green, fresh off a major win, is also competing.
'It's harder to attract women initially, but once they come in, retention is significantly higher.'
Five members of a family, including three children, were found dead in a rented house in Kochi. Police suspect a suicide pact involving poisoning and hanging.
The Congress party has criticised the Maharashtra government in the legislative assembly following an alleged acid attack on a Class 6 girl student in Sangamner, raising concerns about law and order in the state.
Members of an NGO were allegedly assaulted in Faridabad while intervening in a dog beating incident, sparking conflicting accounts from locals and an ongoing police investigation.
A consortium led by Kal Somani, a tech entrepreneur, has acquired Rajasthan Royals for $1.63 billion, marking a significant milestone in IPL's history.
Experts warn that prolonged use of sanitary pads, especially in humid climates, can disrupt the vaginal microbiome, leading to bacterial vaginosis. Moringa-infused pads may offer a solution due to their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
Iran's men's national soccer team wore black armbands and held schoolbags as their anthem played ahead of a match in Turkey on Friday, in what a team official said was a protest over the killing of schoolgirls on the first day of the Iran war.
A woman sustained a gunshot wound in Manipur's Ukhrul district after suspected miscreants allegedly opened fire. The incident occurred in Mongkot Chepu village, a Kuki habitation, raising tensions in the region.
'The important thing is to TRY and do the right thing.' 'To remember that the public's eyes are on us all the time. So try to be on your best behaviour as much as possible. One may not always succeed.'
Sayali Satghare attributes her success to years of dedication and is eager to make a significant impact for India on the international stage and in T20 leagues. She played a key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's WPL victory and made her Test debut this month.
'People have lost hope of finding justice in this state ... I want to give these victims, their families, the people of this state, a voice.'
Police in Arunachal Pradesh have arrested three individuals in connection with two separate cases of sexual assault against minors in Tawang and East Kameng districts.
A professor at Anna University in Chennai has been arrested following allegations of sexual harassment and stalking, sparking student protests and calls for improved campus safety measures.
A report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) reveals that a significant percentage of sitting MLAs in West Bengal, where assembly polls are scheduled, have declared criminal cases against themselves.
India lost to England in the final of the FIH Women's Hockey World Qualifier but still secured a spot in the World Cup, co-hosted by the Netherlands and Belgium.
Gulveer Singh, India's national record holder in 10,000m and 5,000m, will lead the Indian elite field at the 18th TCS World 10K Bengaluru, scheduled for April 26. The event, a World Athletics Gold Label Race, features top international and Indian distance runners.
Former Italy international Pamela Conti was on Sunday named head coach of the Indian women's U-17 team to take charge of the country's AFC Asian Cup campaign later this year, second such appointment of a national side this month made by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).
Aryna Sabalenka is looking to complete the coveted 'Sunshine Double' after her triumph in the Indian Wells final over Elena Rybakina.
A consortium led by the Aditya Birla Group emerged the lead bidder to acquire IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru for a whopping Aditya Birla Group-Led Consortium Acquire IPL Champions RCB for Rs Rs 16,660 crore.
Rahul Gandhi intensified the Congress campaign in Kerala, alleging collusion between the LDF and BJP, citing corruption cases and the drug issue in the state. He also criticised the LDF government's handling of the Sabarimala gold loss and unemployment.
Singer Sona Mohapatra has criticised rapper Badshah for using misogynistic tropes in his song 'Tateeree', which has faced backlash for its objectionable lyrics and visuals. Badshah has since apologised and removed the song from social media.
A professor at Anna University in Chennai has been arrested following allegations of sexual harassment and stalking, sparking student protests and calls for improved campus safety measures.
Anushka Sharma receives her first call-up to the Indian national team for the upcoming five-match T20I series against South Africa. The series is crucial preparation for the T20 World Cup in the UK.
A professor at Anna University in Chennai has been suspended and is under investigation following allegations of sexual harassment and stalking by a female student, sparking protests and calls for improved campus safety measures.
The latest QS World University Rankings reveal that several Indian institutions, including IITs, JNU, and BITS Pilani, have secured positions among the world's top 50 in various subjects.
A head-on collision between a bus and a pick-up vehicle in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, resulted in 10 fatalities and 31 injuries. The bus was returning from a public function attended by the chief minister.
Indian golfers Hitaashee Bakshi and Diksha Dagar are both tied for sixth place after the third round of the Australian WPGA Championship, while Hannah Green leads the field.
Radhikka Madan looked pretty in a multi-coloured check crop shirt paired with voluminous teal pleated pants.
Nagaland Minister C L John has called for stronger collective efforts to address gender-based violence and unequal opportunities, highlighting the need for women's empowerment at the International Women's Day celebration in Kohima.
Defending champions Indian women's team started its campaign at the Badminton Asia Team Championships on a resounding note, blanking Myanmar 5-0 in their opening Group Y tie in Qingdao, China on Wednesday.
The Jnanpith Award conferred upon lyricist Vairamuthu has ignited controversy within the Tamil literary community, with prominent figures like Jeyamohan and Charu Nivedita criticising the decision due to #MeToo allegations and questioning his literary merit.
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused the BJP of instigating violence during Ram Navami rallies in West Bengal, alleging the party is disrupting the state's tradition of communal harmony. He also criticised the BJP's governance record and promises in other states.
The Pakistan Cricket Board's policy regarding its employees working for Pakistan Super League franchises is unclear, causing confusion among staff and franchise officials.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed anger when a group of women left an event where he was speaking about government initiatives for women's empowerment.
Three juveniles have been apprehended in Delhi for the murder of a 16-year-old boy, who was stabbed to death near his home in Dayalpur. Police investigations suggest the attack was motivated by alleged bullying by the victim.
Indian badminton player Tharun Mannepalli advanced to the second round of the Swiss Open after his opponent Kenta Nishimoto retired due to injury. Malvika Bansod lost her match against Pornpawee Chochuwong.
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee accuses the BJP of instigating violence during Ram Navami rallies in West Bengal, alleging the party uses the festival to create unrest and division.
The India Under-17 women's national team suffered a 0-2 defeat against Bangladesh in the SAFF Under-19 Women's Football Championship 2026.
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