A 57-year-old inmate at Mathura district jail died after allegedly attempting suicide inside his barrack. Preliminary investigations suggest the inmate was stressed due to delays in his case proceedings and disappointment over not getting bail.
India's handling of the Iran crisis reflects a growing strain between strategic autonomy and geopolitical alignment, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
A Delhi court has convicted a man in a 2015 attempted murder case, stating that the prosecution successfully proved the case against him beyond reasonable doubt.
The pause gives the US time to breathe, to regroup, to move its expeditionary force into position without risk of interception along the way. It gives Iran nothing -- on the ground, attacks against its infrastructure continue apace. Prem Panicker in his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has achieved a remarkable feat by crossing 1000 crore in worldwide box office collections within just seven days, joining the ranks of Bollywood's biggest blockbusters.
A tourist from Bengaluru was seriously injured after allegedly being attacked by employees of a Goa beach shack following a dispute over a beach bed.
Police in Bengaluru have arrested an autorickshaw driver after the body of a woman was found in a garbage heap. Investigation revealed the driver hit the woman with his vehicle and disposed of her body after she died.
The family of Ravi Gopal, a 26-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh killed in Riyadh, is seeking compensation and a government job for his widow to support their livelihood.
Delhi Police arrested a gas agency owner for allegedly hoarding and black marketing LPG cylinders, seizing 459 cylinders in a raid.
Despite a government ban, Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) in Mysuru proceeded with a lecture series on RSS ideologue Deendayal Upadhyay, featuring virtual and physical attendance by high-profile figures, sparking political controversy and raising questions about university autonomy and ideological influence.
The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch in Kashmir conducted searches at multiple locations in Srinagar and Budgam districts concerning the alleged siphoning of government funds during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A 54-year-old man allegedly died by suicide in Gurugram, jumping from a building. Police suspect depression as a contributing factor. The deceased, identified as Anand Subroto, resided in Vatika City and was reportedly staying in an Airbnb apartment.
Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring has called for a probe by a sitting high court judge into the suicide of a warehousing corporation official in Amritsar, differing from other Congress MPs who want a CBI investigation. The case involves allegations of harassment against a former minister.
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will virtually deliver the keynote address at the Harvard Kennedy School's AI symposium, focusing on the global AI landscape.
An Air India A350 aircraft en route to London Heathrow returned to Delhi due to a technical issue after being airborne for nearly seven hours. This is the same aircraft that faced a technical issue on March 15, leading to a diversion to Shannon, Ireland.
A college professor in Hathras, India, has been acquitted of sexually exploiting female students after a court cited a lack of evidence and corroboration from the alleged victims.
A 42-year-old businessman was killed in Thane after being hit by a speeding car allegedly driven by a 17-year-old boy. The incident occurred on an incomplete stretch of the Kalyan Ring Road, prompting calls for improved road safety measures.
Researchers have developed an AI algorithm capable of generating intricate 'sikku' kolam patterns, traditionally drawn by hand in South India. This innovative approach transforms a cultural art form into a complex computational challenge, with potential applications in various fields.
A 17-year-old boy, identified as Zaid, was discovered dead in a park in the New Usmanpur area of northeast Delhi. Police have launched an investigation into the death, registering a case of murder and forming teams to apprehend those involved.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP and LDF in Kerala of colluding, citing the lack of action by central agencies against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan despite corruption allegations.
A 16-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed to death in Delhi's Dayalpur area for bullying one of the accused. Three juveniles have been apprehended in connection with the murder.
Punjab Police have dismantled an inter-state illegal weapons supply module, arresting two individuals from Uttar Pradesh and recovering a cache of country-made pistols and magazines.
The London High Court has rejected Nirav Modi's petition to reopen his extradition case, citing the Indian government's assurances regarding his treatment in India as a key factor in their decision.
Researchers have developed an AI algorithm capable of generating intricate 'sikku' kolam patterns, an ancient Indian art form traditionally drawn by hand. The algorithm transforms this cultural practice into a complex computational challenge with potential applications in various technical fields.
Soft, bite-sized baby idlis are layered with a spiced minced meat mixture as they steam and the result is a delightful north-South fusion teatime treat.
Senior Congress leader P J Kurien has asserted that the UDF will return to power in Kerala after the April 9 Assembly polls, with Ramesh Chennithala as Chief Minister.
'Was the five-day pause ever meant to hold, or was it simply another instrument of signaling, of positioning, of buying time in a war where even the pauses are tactical?' asks Prem Panicker in his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.
A 33-year-old woman in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly stabbed to death by her neighbour following a long-standing dispute involving the circulation of obscene photos on social media.
Indian pacer Mukesh Kumar has acknowledged the significant role veteran Mohammed Shami plays in his ongoing development, highlighting Shami's constant guidance and support.
A 59-year-old woman in Bengaluru was seriously injured after allegedly being attacked by her brother and his family over a dispute related to a marriage proposal.
Taking Kharg would give the US control over virtually all of Iran's oil exports and thus provide significant leverage, notes Prem Panicker in his must read daily blog on the Gulf War. It would also put American troops within range of Iran's remaining missiles, drones, and artillery on a piece of real estate that is just eight square miles in size, and just 15 miles from the Iranian mainland.
A 60-year-old woman was allegedly murdered in a forest in Jharkhand's Chatra district while collecting Mahua flowers, prompting a police investigation.
Odisha Police have detained two individuals from West Bengal for allegedly flying a drone over the Jagannath Temple in Puri, violating restrictions. The drone and related equipment have been seized, and an investigation is underway.
Security forces in Manipur dismantled multiple bunkers in Ukhrul district following a series of gunfights between armed groups, resulting in injuries. The operation targeted bunkers in Lengiangching and Mongkot Chepu villages, aiming to de-escalate tensions between Kuki and Tangkhul Naga communities.
A jeweller was shot dead in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, by two assailants who fled with jewellery. The incident sparked protests, with police assuring swift action.
Iran's national football team is training in Turkey for upcoming friendlies as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup, facing heightened attention due to geopolitical tensions.
NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) and Nxtra Data have signed an agreement to explore renewable energy project opportunities for Nxtra's data centres across India.
Two co-founders of the cryptocurrency exchange platform CoinDCX have been arrested by Thane police in connection with an alleged fraud of Rs 71.6 lakh. The arrests follow an FIR filed against the founders for cheating, criminal breach of trust, and fraud.
Jharkhand CID arrests a man from Bihar for allegedly extorting over Rs 10 lakh from an elderly person through 'digital arrest'.
In an official statement, the embassy criticised remarks by the Russian foreign ministry, alleging that Moscow was attempting to manipulate information and interfere in India's internal processes.
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