A 48-year-old real estate agent has been arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, for allegedly grabbing and illegally selling another person's land. The accused, Surendra Pratap Singh, faces multiple charges including cheating and criminal intimidation.
Suspected Kuki militants launched a bomb attack in Manipur's Bishnupur district, killing two toddlers and injuring their mother. The incident occurred in Moirang Tronglaobi, an area close to Churachandpur, which has experienced ongoing ethnic conflict.
An excise department team seized a container in northwest Delhi's Samaypur Badli area that was being used as a godown of illicit liquor, recovering 187 cartons worth over Rs 5 lakh.
A 39-year-old man was killed in Kadakkal, Kerala, after being attacked by a gang. Police are investigating a possible revenge motive and have taken two people into custody.
A six-year-old girl was allegedly killed by her father on a train at Silanibari station in Assam's Lakhimpur district. The father has been arrested, and an investigation is underway to determine the motive.
A 19-year-old student from Odisha drowned in the sea near Varkala, Kerala, after being swept away by strong currents. Police have launched an investigation into the tragic incident.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the Gujarat Director General of Police (DGP) following reports of a journalist being unlawfully apprehended and subjected to torture by the Rajkot Crime Branch police.
West Bengal Police have arrested the alleged mastermind behind the gherao of seven judicial officers in Malda district. The accused, advocate Mofakkarul Islam, was apprehended at Bagdogra airport while attempting to flee.
Delhi Police have arrested three men in connection with the murder of a 33-year-old man whose body was discovered in Mungeshpur. The victim, Pradeep, went missing on March 29 and was last seen with the accused.
Delhi, Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh, Jammu & Kashmir, Mizoram, and Bihar recorded victories on the fourth day of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship. Assam and Le Puducherry played to a draw.
A man in Jaipur, Rajasthan, allegedly murdered his wife by slitting her throat after a domestic dispute and then attempted to take his own life.
A Section Officer from Mantralaya, Mumbai, was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 6.37 lakh to approve development funds.
Dozens of girls from a hostel in Ahmedabad were hospitalised due to suspected food poisoning. An investigation is underway to determine the cause.
Three individuals have been arrested in Malda district after a drone was spotted flying near West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's helicopter during an election rally.
A 50-year-old shopkeeper was killed and two others injured in a clash with neighbours in Delhi's Shakurpur area. Police have detained three suspects and are investigating the incident.
Punjab Police have dismantled an illegal arms smuggling network with the arrest of one individual in Jalandhar. The accused was found in possession of several illegal firearms, and further investigation is underway to apprehend other members of the network.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has formally requested the Bhubaneswar police to hand over the investigation into a January explosion that resulted in two fatalities, citing concerns about a potential terror link.
Jammu police arrested a hardcore criminal in the RS Pura area and recovered a sharp-edged weapon from his possession. The accused has multiple FIRs registered against him across Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab.
An 18-year-old girl died after falling from a high-rise building in Ghaziabad, India, leading to protests by her family who allege foul play. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
The family of Savitha Shanmugasundaram, an Indian-origin student killed in a shooting in Austin, has launched a one-million-dollar scholarship in her memory to support students from low-income families.
A man arrested for robbery was found dead in a police lockup in Katihar, Bihar, leading to the suspension of two officers and sparking local protests.
Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation, arresting two individuals and seizing 4.13 kg of heroin. The suspects were connected to handlers in Europe and jailed operatives.
A 29-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her husband in Telangana after she eloped with her lover. The incident occurred while she was being escorted home by police.
Senior IPS officer Sharad Satya Chauhan has been appointed as the Punjab vigilance chief as the state government shifted six IPS officers in a reshuffle.
Ayush Shetty defeated world No. 7 Li Shi Feng at the Badminton Asia Championships, while PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy also advanced. Other Indian players faced setbacks in the opening round.
Khalin Joshi's consistent performance propels him to the lead at the Andhra Open golf tournament, while Dhruv Sheoran slips to second place after a challenging round.
Delhi Police have filed a chargesheet in the Janakpuri pit death case, naming three accused and detailing alleged lapses in the execution of a construction project that led to the death of a man who fell into a 15-foot-deep pit.
Chandigarh and Karnataka emerged victorious in their respective Division B matches, while Mizoram, Haryana, Odisha, and Jharkhand secured wins in Division A games at the Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship.
A 24-year-old man in Maharashtra's Beed district died by suicide after being excluded from a friend's birthday party, highlighting the impact of social isolation and strained relationships.
Two cyber fraudsters have been arrested for allegedly defrauding a resident of East Delhi of over 20,000 by posing as electricity officials.
Gaganjeet Bhullar, a seasoned golfer with multiple Asian Tour and IGPL titles, expresses his confidence and aims for a win at the AM Green IGPL Invitational 2026 in Mauritius, acknowledging the strong competition and the significance of the event for young Indian golfers.
A retired man in Thane was allegedly cheated of 22 lakh by three individuals who promised him a job in the Indian Railways, police said.
A truck driver was seriously injured after being allegedly assaulted following a dispute at a hotel along the Mumbai-Ahmedabad highway in Palghar district.
Young Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty progressed to the men's singles quarterfinals of the Badminton Asia Championships, while PV Sindhu was eliminated from the women's event.
Delhi Police have arrested a man suspected of leading an organised ATM fraud gang involved in over 50 cases of cheating. The arrest has resolved at least five cases, with the accused linked to numerous incidents across Delhi.
A court in Kochi has granted three-day police custody of director Ranjith, who was arrested following allegations of sexual harassment on a film set. The court will consider his bail plea later.
A family in Delhi's Rohini area was allegedly assaulted following a dispute, leading to arrests and the apprehension of juveniles.
A butcher in Thane district, Maharashtra, has been booked for allegedly violating the meat sale ban imposed on Mahavir Jayanti. The accused allegedly kept his shop open and sold meat despite the prohibitory order.
A 58-year-old veterinarian was found dead in a forest in Jharkhand's Chatra district. Police suspect murder due to injury marks on the victim's face.
India's Karandeep Kochhar finished fifth at the International Series Japan after a strong final round, while Australia's Travis Smyth won the tournament with a dramatic eagle on the last hole.
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