Suspected militants set fire to five houses in a Kuki-Zo village in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, prompting condemnation and calls for investigation.
A bus caught fire in Mahipalpur, southwest Delhi, prompting a response from fire services. No casualties or injuries have been reported.
Perhaps no other cricketer has gone through so much turbulence and transformation between December 3, 2023 and June 6, 2026 as Shreyas Iyer, who took over the reins of India's T20 team from Suryakumar Yadav on Saturday.
The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that 13 foreign nationals were among the 21 people who died in a recent hotel fire in south Delhi. The MEA is coordinating with respective embassies to provide assistance.
Police in Odisha's Kendrapara district have launched an inquiry into allegations of custodial torture of a woman and her son by personnel of the Talachua Marine Police Station.
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 29-year-old bank employee was injured in a road rage incident in Delhi's Mangol Puri after a minor collision escalated into a violent confrontation. Police are investigating and searching for the accused.
An 18-year-old Sri Lankan Tamil refugee woman was killed in Chennai after a clash between two groups that started in a nightclub and ended in a fatal car crash. Police have arrested several suspects and are investigating the incident.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt says her recovery from a calf injury is progressing well as she targets a return for the Women's T20 World Cup opener against Sri Lanka next month.
Zverev, the 2020 Tokyo Olympic gold medallist and twice ATP Finals champion, has never won a Grand Slam trophy despite final appearances at the U.S. Open, French Open and Australian Open, with Paris now offering the German his clearest opportunity.
Three individuals, including two siblings, have been arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, for allegedly beating a 38-year-old man to death following a dispute over a minor road accident.
The building suffered extensive damage in the fire, with debris, shattered glass and burnt materials strewn in the vicinity. A large crowd gathered near the site as authorities cordoned off the spot and diverted traffic to facilitate rescue operations.
Two people were killed and eight others injured in separate road accidents in the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, according to police reports.
Ghaziabad authorities have sealed two illegal madrasas in Indirapuram and Loni, citing lack of registration, NOCs, and inadequate facilities. This action is part of an intensified crackdown on unrecognised institutions, which gained momentum following the recent killing of a teenager in the area.
A local court in Meerut has sentenced four men to life imprisonment for the murder of a man in 2015. The convicts were also fined Rs 28,000 each.
Former Italy under-20 international Cristian Volpato has decided to represent Australia and will join the Socceroos' training camp in Los Angeles ahead of the World Cup, Football Australia said on Friday.
A 24-year-old engineering student was killed in Bhubaneswar in what initially appeared to be a hit-and-run accident, but police investigation revealed it to be a premeditated murder linked to a love triangle. Six people have been arrested in connection with the case.
A woman village head (sarpanch) was killed and her niece seriously injured after a private school bus hit their motorcycle in Hoshiarpur, Punjab.
Kerala Minister Bindu Krishna has ordered a comprehensive investigation into allegations against Ashkar, arrested in connection with the death of a toddler, following claims of abuse by his first wife's family. The investigation was launched after a post-mortem examination revealed multiple injuries on the child's body, indicating severe physical abuse.
Former India captain Anjum Chopra believes the Indian women's cricket team are favourites for the upcoming T20 World Cup, highlighting their familiarity with English conditions and the return of key players.
Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Abhishek Nayar has praised Varun Chakravarthy's resilience and commitment to the franchise, highlighting his determination to play through multiple injuries this season.
Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull has backed Venkatesh Iyer to continue opening alongside Virat Kohli for Indian Premier League 2026 Qualifier 1 against Gujarat Titans. He said it would be difficult for Phil Salt to return from injury and perform immediately in such an important match.
Punjab Police, in a joint operation with Jammu and Kashmir Police, have arrested two shooters allegedly involved in the murder of a Ferozepur shopkeeper. The accused, identified as Vishnu Kumar and Rahul Mahawar, were apprehended in J&K following an extensive investigation and an operation named 'Hill Trap'. Police also recovered a pistol and are now probing the larger conspiracy behind the killing.
Indian gymnast Pranati Nayak is focusing on increasing her difficulty level for the Asian Championships after winning a silver medal at the FIG World Challenge Cup in Tashkent. She is balancing execution and difficulty in preparation for the Asian Championships, Commonwealth Games, and Asian Games.
A 12-year-old boy was killed in an elephant attack near Gudalur in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, prompting investigations and efforts to mitigate human-animal conflict.
A man with a bounty of Rs 50,000 on his head was arrested after a gunfight with police in Bihar's Khagaria district. The accused, Buddin Mian, was wanted in 14 criminal cases and sustained a leg injury during the exchange of fire.
Four members of a family, including a former sarpanch and his wife, were burnt alive inside a vehicle at a village in Rajasthan's Ajmer district on Thursday morning, police said.
A police constable and a Home Guard personnel in Beed, Maharashtra, were caught by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000. The bribe was sought from a man for providing documents needed to file an insurance claim after his father's death in a road accident. The accused are facing charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Deepak Punia's move to a higher weight category proved successful as he secured a spot in the Indian team for the Asian Games in the 97kg division. Aman Sehrawat and Sujeet Kalkal retained their places in the men's freestyle squad.
Police in Vijayapura, Karnataka, have arrested 12 people following a violent clash over a land dispute that resulted in the murder of six people, including four members of a family.
Al-Nassr coach Jorge Jesus confirmed that Ronaldo will head to Spain for rehab after suffering injury last weekend.
A 17-year-old girl, Jyoti Kumari, was allegedly beaten to death by her sister-in-law, Manu, during a family dispute in Nagla Chaube village, Kasganj district, Uttar Pradesh. Police have taken the accused into custody and are investigating the incident.
A CPI(M) leader has blamed the municipal corporation for the roof collapse at a government school in Kerala, alleging negligence in issuing a fitness certificate.
A 23-year-old man, Aman, has been arrested in Gurugram for allegedly murdering his elder brother, Ashish, following an argument about Ashish's drinking habit. The incident occurred on May 31, and Aman confessed to striking his brother with a brick and a spade.
Lionel Messi will lead defending champions Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after coach Lionel Scaloni named a 26-man squad featuring 17 players from the 2022 title-winning team.
Police in Sant Kabir Nagar district arrested three people, including the husband, in connection with the alleged dowry death of a 29-year-old woman.
Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has hailed Kartik Tyagi as one of the biggest comeback stories of Indian Premier League after the fast bowler bounced back strongly from injuries and inconsistent seasons.
Mumbai Indians' Quinton de Kock and Raj Angad Bawa have been ruled out of the remainder of the IPL season due to injuries.
A teenager, Ashu alias Lala, has been arrested in Delhi for the fatal stabbing of 25-year-old Sahil. The incident occurred after a minor dispute escalated into a physical altercation where Sahil allegedly slapped Ashu, leading to the fatal stabbing. Police tracked the accused, who later surrendered, and further investigation is underway.
Delhi Police have arrested Suman Kumar Jha, accused of murdering Ramesh Yadav in northwest Delhi. The arrest came after a two-month-long manhunt that involved tracking Jha across multiple states and to Nepal, where he had fled. Jha confessed to attacking Yadav with a stone after a quarrel.
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