Jharkhand CID arrests a man from Bihar for allegedly extorting over Rs 10 lakh from an elderly person through 'digital arrest'.
A local court in Madurai has found all nine accused policemen guilty in the 2020 Sathankulam custodial deaths case, where a father and son died following alleged torture.
It is time for India to step up and get Russia, China and Europe to agree to a joint appeal to all combatants. Time is of essence, tomorrow may be too late, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale, former head of the history division, ministry of defence.
Prithvi Shaw is determined to make a comeback to the Indian national team, putting in extra effort as he prepares for the IPL with Delhi Capitals. He discusses his renewed focus, personal life, and approach to competition.
Namdhari Sports Club defeated Real Kashmir FC 1-0 in the Indian Football League, securing their first win of the season thanks to a second-half goal by Seilenthang Lotjem.
A bomb threat at the district and sessions court complex in Sriganganagar, Rajasthan, caused panic and evacuation before being declared a hoax.
Indian batter KL Rahul has joined Delhi Capitals ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League season.
New beginnings call for fresh fits and what better way to ring in Gudi Padwa than in outfits that celebrate colour, culture and a whole lot of glam?
The body of a 17-year-old boy, identified as Zaid, was discovered in a park in the New Usmanpur area of northeast Delhi. Police have launched a murder investigation and are exploring all possible angles, including personal enmity and the victim's past involvement in criminal activities.
A 60-year-old farmer died and several villagers were injured after being attacked by a swarm of bees in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh. The farmer was working in his chilli field when the incident occurred.
A nursing assistant in Kerala has been booked for allegedly exposing himself at a local temple and attempting suicide when confronted by temple authorities. He is currently in the ICU after undergoing surgery for self-inflicted wounds.
Delhi Police have dismantled a book piracy operation, arresting a 67-year-old man allegedly involved in the illegal printing and distribution of counterfeit books. Over 20,000 pirated books and printing equipment were seized.
An eight-year-old boy died after being struck by a speeding car in Saharanpur. The driver fled the scene and police are investigating.
The container ship SELEN, en route to Karachi, was denied passage by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy due to lack of permission and failure to coordinate with Iranian maritime authorities.
Naushad Moosa announces the 24-member India U-23 squad for the upcoming Tri-Nation Friendlies in Arunachal Pradesh, featuring matches against Bhutan and Tajikistan.
A BPharma student and his friend were brutally beaten on Sohna Road in Gurugram. Police have registered a case and are investigating five suspects.
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in Ahmedabad for allegedly murdering a youth in his sleep, suspecting him of killing his brother. The accused confessed to the crime, citing revenge as the motive.
The demolition of statues honouring Kakori train action martyrs in Uttar Pradesh has ignited a political firestorm, prompting outrage and demands for accountability.
Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar has assured citizens that there is no shortage of fuel or LPG cylinders in the city, urging them to remain calm and avoid panic buying.
A cigarette vendor in Mumbai was allegedly dragged by a car for nearly 100 metres after a dispute over an unpaid bill. The driver has been arrested, and police are investigating the incident.
Police in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district discovered and defused 22 crude bombs at a house in the Haroa police station area. Bomb-making materials were also seized, and the house owner is missing as investigations continue ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
Three women in Meerut have been arrested for allegedly attacking a female police officer and attempting to free a family member who was in police custody on charges related to the Arms Act.
Lakme model Anushka Dhaka tells Rediff's Hitesh Harisinghani what makes the runway so thrilling for her, and the simple rituals that help her stay calm before the spotlight hits.
Sachin Tendulkar, Irfan Pathan and other sports stars extend Eid-ul-Fitr greetings on social media, wishing peace and prosperity.
Two individuals have been arrested in Gurugram for allegedly providing bank accounts to cyber fraudsters involved in an investment scam that defrauded victims of approximately Rs 1.09 crore.
Namdhari Sports Club secured their first win of the season against Real Kashmir FC, while Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Dempo SC in other I-League action.
A 22-year-old man in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, has been sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a minor in a swift trial under the POCSO Act.
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.
Nepal police have arrested an Indian and a Thai national in separate drug trafficking cases. The Thai national was caught at the airport with marijuana, while the Indian national was arrested with brown sugar outside Kathmandu.
Nepal police have arrested an Indian and a Thai national in separate incidents related to drug trafficking. The arrests occurred at Tribhuvan International Airport and in Balaju Chowk, Kathmandu.
South Africa sealed the T20I series against New Zealand with a convincing 33-run victory in the fifth and final game at Hagley Oval on Wednesday.
Maharashtra minister Yogesh Kadam refuted allegations of delay or laxity in registering an FIR related to the air crash involving former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, following claims by NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar.
An unverified video circulating on social media shows a delivery executive in Chandigarh, allegedly in an intoxicated state, prompting police investigation and public debate.
Delhi Police have arrested two individuals from Rajasthan for allegedly defrauding a Delhi resident of over 21 lakh through a high-return online investment scam. The accused lured the victim with promises of lucrative returns and prepaid tasks.
Unidentified assailants on a motorcycle opened fire at the house of a trader in Garhdiwala, Punjab, prompting a police investigation.
Police in Meerut have filed an FIR against Shaukat Ali, the president of AIMIM's Uttar Pradesh unit, following a video circulating on social media that allegedly shows him making a provocative speech.
A house in Delhi's Hari Nagar was burgled while the occupants were at a temple, with gold, silver, and cash worth lakhs stolen. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the suspects.
A 44-year-old woman in Kurukshetra allegedly committed suicide due to harassment by visa agents who took a large sum of money from her family with the promise of sending her son to Australia. The agents allegedly failed to deliver on their promise and refused to return the money and documents.
Ranchi police seized fifty LSD patches allegedly imported from the Netherlands via the dark web, marking the second such recovery in the city. The consignment was intercepted at the Hehal post office following leads obtained from two individuals arrested in February.
The Delhi Legislative Assembly received a bomb threat via email hours before the scheduled budget presentation, prompting heightened security measures and an investigation.
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