A 32-year-old daily wage labourer in Odisha's Ganjam district has died allegedly after being tortured in police custody, prompting a high-level investigation.
Two separate explosions near mosques in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province during Friday prayers resulted in at least two deaths and several injuries. One incident involved an IED in Bajaur, while a suspected suicide bombing in Lakki Marwat was largely averted by a local man's heroic intervention, saving numerous lives.
A court in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced Sanjay Prasad to life imprisonment for the murder of his wife, Pramila Devi, whom he killed with a spade in October 2023. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000.
A court in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced Sanjay Prasad to life imprisonment for the murder of his wife, Pramila Devi, whom he killed with a spade in October 2023. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his actions amid growing resentment over an emerging US-Iran deal, asserting that Iran would never possess nuclear weapons. He faced criticism from opposition figures like Naftali Bennett and addressed concerns about Israel's security zones and relations with the US.
A 26-year-old police constable, Abhay Shrivas, was killed and his friend seriously injured when their car was hit by an unidentified speeding vehicle on National Highway 39 in Panna, Madhya Pradesh. The accident occurred early Friday morning, and police are scanning CCTV footage to identify the culprit.
Police in Ambala, India, have launched an investigation into the death of a 33-year-old woman after her brother alleged foul play. The woman reportedly died after consuming tea at her home.
Delhi Police's Crime Branch has arrested two alleged members of the Tillu Tajpuria gang, Vishal Pandit and Deepanshu, in Outer Delhi. The arrests, which included the seizure of illegal firearms and a car, revealed their involvement in gathering intelligence on the rival Gogi gang and their connection to the ongoing gang war, intensified by Tillu Tajpuria's killing in Tihar jail.
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 an uncovered pit.
A 19-year-old migrant worker from Bihar has been arrested in Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, for the alleged sexual assault of a three-year-old girl, also from Bihar, who tragically died from her injuries.
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.
A Delhi court has acquitted Naushad and Kamruddin in a 2022 murder case, citing the prosecution's failure to establish their identity as the assailants, despite proving the victim died from assault injuries. Key witnesses, including an alleged eyewitness, could not identify the accused, leading the court to grant them the benefit of doubt.
A 22-year-old man in Fatehpur allegedly strangled his 20-year-old sister and dumped her body in a well after she insisted on living with her boyfriend following her recent marriage. The accused surrendered to the police and confessed to the crime.
A 42-year-old woman in Uttar Pradesh was allegedly killed by her nephew with a spade following a dispute between two families. Two children were also injured when they intervened. Police are investigating the incident and have detained two women for questioning.
Switzerland found the keys to break down a resolute Bosnia and Herzegovina defence with four late goals in a 4-1 win thanks to a brace from Johan Manzambi and further strikes from fellow substitute Ruben Vargas and captain Granit Xhaka with a penalty.
Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) President Devendra Jhajharia has urged Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya to initiate a CBI probe into the murder of para-athlete Chirag Tyagi, whose death has deeply affected the para-sports community. Police have detained another para-athlete, Yash Khatik, in connection with the case, citing revenge as a possible motive, while the Sports Ministry maintains law and order is a state subject.
A 23-year-old man, Deepak Jaiswal, was allegedly beaten to death in Thane over mobile phone theft and bullying. Police have arrested two main accused, Ajay Devkilal Giri and Shiva Sanjay Goswami, and detained 13 other suspects who were attempting to flee the state on the Gorakhpur Express. A murder case has been registered, and investigations are ongoing to determine the roles of all detained individuals.
The tragic hotel fire at Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, that killled 21, once more puts into focus India's high loss of life due to fires.
A court in Madurai on Monday sentenced nine police personnel to death for the brutal custodial torture and murder of a father-son duo in Sathankulam, Tuticorin.
Delhi Police have arrested two Haryana-based businessmen for allegedly impersonating members of the notorious Kala Jathedi gang. The accused issued extortion threats to a Delhi businessman over a financial dispute, demanding money and threatening dire consequences. Investigations revealed the duo had no actual links to the gang but used its name to intimidate the victim.
A police official in Nagpur has been issued a show cause notice for allegedly failing to attach the suicide note of a female NEET aspirant, Akanksha Chaturvedi, to the case papers. Chaturvedi, 18, died by suicide after the NEET-UG exam was cancelled due to paper leak allegations, expressing fears about a retest in her note. The incident has drawn national attention, and an inquiry into the police lapse is underway.
A Pre-University student in Koppal, Karnataka, allegedly stabbed his father and elder sister to death and critically injured his mother before attempting suicide. Police are investigating the role of excessive online gaming as a potential motive for the tragic incident.
The Bombay High Court has upheld a lower court's decision to frame murder charges against eight police officers in connection with the 2014 custodial death of Agnello Valdaris, citing inconsistencies in police records and evidence of custodial torture.
'I can feel people around me thinking that this guy was about to die, and now he's back.'
A local BJP functionary, Vinod, was allegedly beaten to death in Dehradun's Bairagiwala village following an irrigation dispute, leaving three family members critically injured. Authorities have razed "illegal" structures belonging to the accused, and police have registered a case against 12 named suspects and others, deploying forces to maintain law and order.
A Bhopal court has remanded Samarth Singh, husband of late model Twisha Sharma, and his mother Giribala Singh, in judicial custody for 14 days in connection with the dowry harassment case. The CBI is awaiting forensic reports and further investigation.
A 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death in northeast Delhi's New Usmanpur area, police said on Tuesday. The police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage.
A brick supplier in Gurugram allegedly murdered his wife with a hammer following a domestic dispute and then called the police to confess. The accused, Nayab, was taken into custody, and an investigation is underway.
The prime accused in the murder of a temple priest in Unnao, identified as Issrael, was killed in a police encounter early Monday. An SOG constable was injured during the exchange of fire. Issrael was wanted for the June 9 murder of Sant Ram Miland Das, which had caused tension in the area.
Two elderly women were found dead under mysterious circumstances inside their residence in central Delhi's New Rajinder Nagar on Thursday morning, with police saying there were no signs of forced entry into the house.
Suspected militants attacked Kultuh Kuki village in Manipur's Kamjong district, killing two people and burning 30 houses. This incident follows the recovery of six Naga civilians' bodies, believed to be hostages. Security forces are investigating, while the Kuki Baptist Convention and a Congress leader have condemned the violence and criticised the government's response.
A 17-year-old JEE aspirant was found dead by suicide in his paying guest accommodation in Kota, Rajasthan. Police are investigating the incident, and no suicide note has been found.
A 39-year-old woman, Madhuri Anand Solunke, allegedly committed suicide by jumping into a pond at the Kankaleshwar temple in Beed, Maharashtra, shortly after giving birth. Police are investigating the incident, and the reason for her extreme step remains unknown.
An 18-year-old student died in a school swimming pool in Amritsar under mysterious circumstances, prompting a police investigation and allegations of negligence.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has quashed the anticipatory bail of former judge Giribala Singh in connection with the death of Twisha Sharma. The CBI is now investigating the case, and the victim's husband has been sent to CBI custody.
An Indian national was killed in an attack on Kuwait International Airport, prompting the Indian Embassy to offer condolences and assistance. The attack, attributed to Iranian strikes, led to the suspension of air traffic and caused casualties and damage.
A 35-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her husband in northeast Delhi's Seelampur area. Police have registered a murder case and are searching for the absconding husband.
Trump further alleged that Iran was behind the attacks on three vessels carrying Indian seafarers near the Hormuz Strait, which resulted in the deaths of three, despite the US Central Command having confirmed that the strikes were carried out by American naval forces, calling the incident "totally unacceptable."
A woman and her live-in partner have been arrested in Thiruvananthapuram in connection with the death of her one-and-a-half-year-old son, with allegations of abuse surfacing against the male accused.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar lodged a strong protest with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio over US Navy attacks in the Gulf that killed three Indian mariners. India also summoned the US Charge d'Affaires in New Delhi regarding the incident.
