A court in Maharashtra's Nashik district on Monday fixed May 2 for giving its verdict on the anticipatory bail plea filed by TCS employee Nida Khan, an accused in a case related to alleged sexual harassment and forcible religious conversion at the IT firm's local unit.
The INDIA bloc faces a significant challenge as the Congress and DMK part ways, raising questions about the alliance's future and unity.
The Sirmour Forest Department's rapid response team raided a house in Ghutanpur village, recovering the remains of wild animals, including a leopard skin, leading to two arrests and highlighting ongoing poaching concerns in the region.
Former Maharashtra home minister Anil Deshmukh calls for the immediate implementation of the Shakti Act following the rape and murder of two minors in Pune district, criticising the government's failure to ensure the safety of women and children.
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Nagpur has arrested three members of a gang that recruited unemployed youths to commit thefts on trains, offering them fixed monthly salaries.
The United States has redirected 48 vessels in the Persian Gulf, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, over the past 20 days amid ongoing enforcement actions related to restrictions on Iranian maritime assets by the US Navy.
A political row has erupted over the twin blasts in Punjab, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann accusing the BJP of trying to create fear ahead of next year's assembly elections. The BJP has hit back, terming the remarks condemnable and alleging that Mann ignored preliminary investigation findings pointing towards possible ISI involvement.
'At the first sign of real trouble, that money will move. There will be a run.'
ServiceNow, a leading AI platform for business transformation, is highly optimistic about its growth prospects in the Indian market, according to President and Chief Product Officer Amit Zavery.
The newly-launched, well-priced POP X 5G arrives with a large battery and sturdy body.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an official in the CMO, as part of a money laundering probe against realty groups accused of fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.
The Maharashtra State Commission for Protection of Child Rights is recommending that the state government mandate the inclusion of the bride and groom's date of birth on wedding invitations to combat child marriages.
Croatia and AC Milan's Luka Modric sustained the injury following a clash of heads with Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli during their Serie A match on Sunday.
The Infinix Note 60 Pro is now on sale across India -- the entry model is equipped with 8 GB memory and 128 GB storage. It is priced at 31,999.
The Reserve Bank of India has updated its e-mandate framework, allowing card issuers to map existing mandates to reissued cards and clarifying rules around transaction limits and customer grievance redressal.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches in Punjab and Chandigarh, targeting realty groups and individuals linked to an official in the Chief Minister's Office, as part of a money laundering investigation into fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.
A rusticated student and his associates allegedly attacked staff members at Delhi University's Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, prompting a police investigation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence that the BJP would form the next government in West Bengal after the assembly polls, asserting that he would return to the state for the oath-taking ceremony after results are announced on May 4.
Understand your travel insurance policy before travelling abroad this summer. This article outlines what travel insurance covers, including trip cancellations, missed connections, and medical emergencies, and what it excludes, such as war-related disruptions and pre-existing conditions.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accuses the TMC of objecting to the omission of names from electoral rolls due to fears of losing the 'infiltrator' vote bank in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly polls.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Punjab government to ensure the safety of Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh and his family, following his defection from AAP to BJP and subsequent protests outside his residence.
The Delhi High Court has granted one-week interim bail to jailed Lok Sabha member Sheikh Abdul Rashid to visit his ailing father, under strict conditions including police escort and restrictions on visitors.
A polio vaccination team in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province was attacked, resulting in injuries to a police constable. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges in eradicating polio in the region.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) chairperson, Vijaya Rahatkar, conducted a review meeting with Rajasthan Police officials to assess the state's efforts in ensuring women's safety and addressing crimes against women.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced that drug traffickers in Jammu and Kashmir will be treated like terrorists under the law, as part of the 'Nasha Mukt J-K Abhiyan'. He highlighted the severity of drug abuse, calling it a form of silent terrorism, and urged public participation in the anti-drug campaign.
The Supreme Court has refused to entertain Congress leader Pawan Khera's plea seeking protection against possible coercive action until April 20 in a case lodged against him for levelling allegations against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife.
Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have registered a case against a company and its directors for allegedly defrauding investors of over Rs 4.31 crore through various investment schemes.
Vinesh Phogat has voiced concerns about potential biased officiating at the upcoming National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, citing the influence of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and the mental pressure of competing in a hostile environment.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of shielding infiltrators, promoting dynastic politics, and supporting the construction of a mosque resembling the Babri Masjid.
In Tamil Nadu, the political landscape is shifting as the TVK party's attempt to form a government faces challenges from its potential allies. Both the DMK and AIADMK are experiencing internal divisions regarding extending support to the TVK, leading to uncertainty and speculation about potential realignments.
The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi government to assess the well-being of a child in a disputed paternity case, ensuring access to basic necessities and a minimum standard of living.
The 2026's Dirty Dozen list identifies, globally, the 12 types of fruit and vegetables found to carry the highest levels of pesticide residue among 47 items assessed.
Police are searching for a TCS employee, Nida Khan, in connection with alleged forced conversions at the company's Nashik unit. This follows allegations of sexual harassment and religious coercion at the TCS facility, where several arrests have already been made.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 11.4 kg of crystal meth worth Rs 11.4 crore at Secunderabad railway station and arrested two women passengers.
The Sports Authority of India (SAI), in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), conducted a workshop on Good Clinical Practice (GCP) to strengthen ethical sports science research.
Traders and locals in Nainital protest outside Bhimtal Police Station, demanding the arrest of a man accused of exploiting several girls physically and financially by concealing his identity. BJP workers led the demonstration, warning of intensified action if the accused is not arrested promptly. Police have filed an FIR against the accused's mother for allegedly protecting him, and investigations are ongoing.
'This is a major rupture in Tamil Nadu's political order.' 'For the Dravidian parties, the message is clear: The old DMK-AIADMK binary is no longer guaranteed a future.'
The government plans to expand its central bank digital currency (CBDC)-based food subsidy programme to Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu by June, following its implementation on a pilot basis in Gujarat and Puducherry, official sources said.
More than 20 female staffers of a government school in Chandigarh have filed a harassment complaint against a male teacher, accusing him of creating a hostile work environment. An investigation is currently underway following the complaint lodged under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
Police in Punjab, India, have confirmed that a blast at a railway track near Shambhu was an attempted detonation, resulting in the death of the individual involved. Investigations are underway to uncover the full conspiracy behind the incident.
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