Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, head of Dera Sacha Sauda, has been acquitted by the Punjab and Haryana high court in the 2002 murder case of journalist Ram Chander Chhatrapati, a verdict that is being challenged in the Supreme Court.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju strongly defended Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla against a no-confidence motion, accusing the Congress party of attacking constitutional institutions and undermining parliamentary democracy.
If Iyer is cleared for international duty, Mumbai will need to appoint a new captain for the Vijay Hazare Trophy knockouts, which begin on January 12.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee escalates tensions ahead of assembly polls by accusing President Droupadi Murmu of political bias and criticising her stance on tribal welfare, sparking a major controversy.
The DGCA has revised air ticket refund norms, allowing passengers to cancel or change tickets without additional charges within 48 hours of booking, subject to conditions. The new rules also address name correction fees and medical emergency cancellations.
Seven Class X students of a hostel in Igatpuri, Nashik, have been booked for allegedly sexually abusing junior students. The hostel superintendent has also been booked for failing to take action after being informed of the abuse.
Katrina Kaif gets snapped in the city.
The England women's cricket team was forced to shift its T20 World Cup preparatory camp to South Africa after it had to call off its plans to travel to Abu Dhabi due to security concerns owing to the ongoing conflict in the region, involving United States, Israel and Iran.
Sanju Samson, fresh from India's T20 World Cup victory, reveals how a change in approach and crucial advice from Sachin Tendulkar helped him regain form and contribute to the team's success.
Federico Valverde scores a hat-trick as Real Madrid defeats Manchester City 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.
Noida Police arrested two individuals for allegedly defrauding over 100 people of more than Rs 70 lakh by promising fake overseas jobs through social media. The accused operated under a fictitious firm, luring victims with promises of high salaries and free visas.
A Delhi court has acquitted two men accused of attempting to murder their cousin in 2018, citing insufficient evidence and discrepancies in the prosecution's case.
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee challenged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to resign, citing hypocrisy in Shah's call for 'clean politics' given his past arrest. Banerjee also criticised the Election Commission and defended his party's record.
'The challenge now is competition. There are so many actors competing for the same roles.'
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's wedding is underway in Udaipur.
Nitish Kumar's decision to contest the Rajya Sabha elections signals the end of his long-standing tenure as Bihar's Chief Minister, paving the way for a potential BJP leader to take the helm.
The Iranian embassy also posted a video purportedly showing the aftermath of the strike, with plumes of smoke visible.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resignation, alleging manipulation of voter lists during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal. She also questioned the abrupt resignation of Governor C V Ananda Bose and accused the BJP of anti-women policies and spreading misinformation.
A man was found murdered in his Bengaluru home, and three individuals, including a woman involved in a relationship with the deceased, have been arrested in connection with the crime.
The inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games will be held in Chhattisgarh, featuring seven medal sports and aiming to empower tribal athletes and promote grassroots inclusion.
Kerala Police arrested 165 people and registered 455 cases in a statewide operation targeting cyber financial fraud, confiscating devices and disrupting criminal networks.
A BJP MLC in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has filed a complaint alleging he was held under 'digital arrest' by individuals posing as Mumbai ATS officers.
The inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games will be held in Chhattisgarh, featuring seven medal sports and aiming to empower tribal athletes and promote grassroots inclusion.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a prosecution complaint against Anil Nutrients Ltd, its director, and six others in connection with a money laundering case involving an alleged fraud of Rs 47.88 crore with Bank of India.
United States President Donald Trump on Friday declared that there would be 'no deal with Iran except unconditional surrender' amid the escalating West Asia conflict, asserting that Tehran must capitulate before any diplomatic negotiations can proceed.
A class nine student allegedly attacked fellow students at a private residential school in Ballari, Karnataka, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused student.
A class nine student allegedly attacked fellow students at a private residential school in Ballari, Karnataka, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused student.
History shows New Zealand are yet to lose to India in the T20 World Cup.
New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell says Kiwis focus on winning 'little moments' as they prepare for South Africa semi-final showdown.
Mumbai police have arrested a man from Gujarat for his alleged involvement in a cyber fraud case where a senior citizen was duped of Rs 2.25 crore after being threatened with arrest in a fake terrorism-related probe.
Underlining his growing stature as a key figure in India's bowling attack, pacer Arshdeep Singh on Thursday achieved a major personal milestone, surpassing senior pro Jasprit Bumrah to become India's highest wicket-taker in T20 World Cups.
Gautam Gambhir says individual milestones don't matter and urges focus on trophies after India's T20 World Cup triumph over New Zealand.
A female rhinoceros was killed in a tiger attack at the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve. Forest officials found the rhino's carcass with visible injury marks caused by the tiger. The incident occurred in the Rhino Rehabilitation Area-1 of the reserve.
Kerala Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar faces accusations of infidelity from his wife, Bindhu Menon, amidst ongoing marital issues and political tensions.
The Indian squad features a blend of experienced players and young talent across departments as the team looks to make a strong start to its Pro League campaign on home soil.
Odisha FC and Chennaiyin FC played to a 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League match at the Kalinga Stadium, with Carlos Delgado's header securing a point for Odisha.
Shivam Dube's consistent and crucial contributions often went unnoticed during India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign, despite his significant impact on the team's success.
Vaishnavi Adkar, following her recent success, has been selected for the Indian team participating in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie.
It is said that in Chennai, fans do not watch cricket -- they analyse and debate it and even outthink the experts. Cricket here is savoured like their favourite dish -- a hot bowl of rasam.
The ruling LDF in Kerala faces criticism after infidelity allegations against Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar surfaced, with the opposition UDF questioning the government's response and commitment to women's safety.
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