West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari asserted that his government would adopt a 'zero tolerance' policy against vandalism carried out under the guise of religious slogans.
A gang of dacoits, dressed only in undergarments, committed a series of robberies in two villages in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, holding families hostage and assaulting residents.
Dacoits dressed only in undergarments terrorised villages in Uttar Pradesh, holding families hostage and assaulting them, including beating women for cooking chicken.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has directed police to promptly register cases, investigate expeditiously, and ensure stringent punishment for those involved in sexual crimes, following a series of incidents including the murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore.
Members of various tribal communities gathered in Delhi to demand the de-listing of converted tribals from the Scheduled Tribe category. The event, organised by the RSS affiliate Janajati Suraksha Manch, saw participation from around 1.5 lakh people from over 500 tribal communities.
A hand grenade was recovered from a car near Kurukshetra following the interrogation of an arrested gangster, revealing a planned extortion plot.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the unifying role of cricket between India and Jamaica, dedicating a digital scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park in Kingston.
Delhi Traffic Police issued 2,846 challans for traffic violations during a special two-hour drive to improve road safety in the capital city.
A man was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Haryana's Jhajjar, with police suspecting an old enmity to be the reason behind the murder.
The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has busted an alleged racket involved in rigging Staff Selection Commission (SSC) online recruitment examinations using proxy servers and dummy candidates, arresting seven people from Greater Noida.
Punjab's AAP president, Aman Arora, has criticised Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu for alleged misconduct and objectionable behaviour towards police personnel in Dhuri, while Bittu accuses the AAP government of misusing the police to target BJP workers.
Three transgender persons were arrested in Chennai for allegedly attacking members of a rival group with stones and beer bottles, following a dispute over territory and alms collection.
Passengers on an IndiGo flight from Vadodara to Delhi experienced a significant delay due to a malfunctioning ground power unit, leaving them in darkness and without air conditioning for approximately 30 minutes.
Two gardeners were found dead inside a room at an under-construction hostel in Greater Noida's Knowledge Park area on Friday, police said.
A 37-year-old man has been arrested in northeast Delhi's Maujpur area for allegedly opening fire during an argument with labourers. Police recovered a semi-automatic pistol and live cartridges from the accused, who has a prior criminal record.
In a remarkable achievement, a family from Haryana, India, now residing in the UK, celebrates as both the son, Tushar Kumar, and the mother, Parveen Rani, have been elected as mayors in their respective towns. Tushar has become the youngest Indian-origin mayor in the UK.
Rajat Patidar has the golden chance to emulate legends Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Rohit Sharma -- the only two captains to win back to back IPL titles.
A man was arrested in Kannur, Kerala, for allegedly stealing a police vehicle parked inside a police station compound. The accused, identified as Hamsath, allegedly trespassed into the cyber police station compound, stole an SUV, and was later apprehended after arousing suspicion at a local eatery.
Malvika Bansod, Ashmita Chaliha, and Devika Sihag progressed to the second round of the Malaysia Masters Super 500, while Lakshya Sen and H.S. Prannoy faced early exits.
Delhi Police arrested 16 criminals, including five women, and apprehended a juvenile during a 24-hour drive against illegal arms, illicit liquor, and narcotics in northwest Delhi.
A 20-year-old woman was found dead at her home in Delhi, and her family cremated her body without informing the police, leading to a police investigation.
Aston Villa defeated Freiburg 3-0 in the Europa League final, securing their first major trophy since 1996, with goals from Youri Tielemans, Emiliano Buendia and Morgan Rogers.
Aston Villa secured their place in the Europa League final with a dominant 4-0 victory over Nottingham Forest, setting up a clash with Freiburg in Istanbul.
A 61-year-old businessman, Ashok Jain, was found dead in a Pune hotel room, with police suspecting suicide due to financial and personal issues.
Delhi Police have arrested an 18-year-old and apprehended three juveniles for allegedly setting fire to five scooters in Ashok Vihar. The accused, Sagar, confessed to the crime, citing harassment by the scooter owner as the motive.
Saif Ali Khan may have delivered several iconic performances, but some of his fascinating roles still do not get the appreciation they truly deserve.
Bento blunder delays Al Nassr's title celebrations.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that Bangladeshi infiltrators detained in the state will be directly handed over to the BSF for deportation, bypassing court appearances, following a new rule.
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-offs after being found guilty of spying on opponents. Middlesbrough have been reinstated and will face Hull City in the final.
A government functionary, serving as an Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to a Maharashtra cabinet minister, has been booked for allegedly attempting to murder his wife and assaulting their son at their Pune residence.
A court in Navi Mumbai acquitted two individuals accused of a 2018 murder, citing insufficient forensic evidence and delays in filing the initial police report.
A study by IIT Gandhinagar researchers reveals that urban greening alone is insufficient to reduce heat stress in Indian cities, highlighting the need for climate-responsive planning that considers humidity, ventilation, and urban compactness.
A scooter fire near BSF Chowk in Jalandhar caused panic, with locals reporting a blast-like sound. Police are investigating the incident, while opposition parties criticise the AAP government over security concerns.
A businessman in Gurugram was robbed of 11 lakh by two bike-borne robbers near Sector 10 market on Monday night. The incident was captured on CCTV, and police have registered an FIR and are investigating the case.
Andhra Pradesh is spearheading an ambitious initiative to establish a fully integrated beach sand minerals, rare earth, and titanium ecosystem, aiming to attract over 50,000 crore in investments over the next decade. This move is part of India's broader strategy to reduce its reliance on China for strategic minerals and permanent magnets, with the state preparing a comprehensive rare earth policy and planning specialised industrial clusters.
Aston Villa defeated Liverpool 4-2, securing a Champions League qualification spot for next season. Ollie Watkins scored twice in the victory.
A tipper lorry driver was killed in Pathanamthitta, Kerala, after the vehicle overturned. The driver, identified as O T Mathai, was trapped beneath the vehicle and declared dead at the hospital.
Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in a mobile phone snatching and disposal racket, primarily targeting iPhone users. The operation led to the recovery of 66 stolen mobile phones and exposed a network involved in selling stolen devices in grey markets.
Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in a mobile phone snatching and disposal racket, primarily targeting iPhone users. The operation led to the recovery of 66 stolen mobile phones and exposed a network involved in selling stolen devices in grey markets.
A clash between two rival groups in Thane, Maharashtra, over a construction dispute resulted in injuries to four people. The incident involved stone-throwing and attacks with iron rods, leading to property damage and the registration of FIRs against 20 individuals.
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