Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has called for strengthening Naga unity across political, cultural and social spheres, emphasising the importance of preserving collective identity.
Rajasthan Police conducted thorough checks of post offices across the state following bomb threats received via email. No suspicious objects were found during the searches in Banswara, Bikaner, and Barmer.
A 34-year-old married woman in Bengaluru was stabbed to death by a man who had been stalking her after she repeatedly refused his advances. The accused has been arrested and a murder case has been registered.
A five-year-old boy drowned in a water-filled pit near his home in Greater Noida. The child, Devraj, was playing near his house when the tragic incident occurred.
Nikkhil Advani, a master of long-form storytelling, reflects on Freedom At Midnight and what it was to make a two-part series on the most difficult period of India's history in these polarised times.
The school girl aesthetic is not about looking like a young child. It's about playing with nostalgia and structure, then giving it a sharp, grown-up twist.
Delhi Police have arrested a 21-year-old man in connection with an attempted murder case in Shalimar Bagh, following a knife attack on two teenage brothers at a school.
The 12-year-old daughter of a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was allegedly kidnapped from outside her residential society in Delhi's Rohini. Police have launched an investigation and are scanning CCTV footage to locate the missing girl.
Rapper Badshah is facing legal scrutiny and a potential travel ban after his latest Haryanvi music video, Tateeree, sparked outrage over its lyrics and visuals, prompting police to investigate and issue a Look Out Circular.
A 14-year-old girl from Sikkim was rescued after allegedly staging her own kidnapping and demanding a ransom from her parents.
At the D Y Patil International University's Foundation Day, experts advised students to embrace AI wisely, highlighting its potential and the importance of critical thinking in the digital age.
Smriti Mandhana's growing influence goes beyond cricket as the India star features in a Class 5 textbook, inspiring young students while continuing to shine globally with major titles and awards.
Party cadres noted that the second iteration was significantly more organised than the Chennai debut, a shift partially attributed to the choice of venue and the ample parking space.
Like the best crowd-pleasers, Project Hail Mary makes you laugh, it makes you weep a little, it keeps you riveted and then leaves you with a big smile by the end, notes Mayur Sanap.
The LPG squeeze on India's restaurant sector is the quotidian face of a deeper crisis.
The Supreme Court of India has stated that husbands must equally participate in household chores, such as cooking, cleaning, and washing, as marriage is a partnership, not an employer-employee relationship. The observation was made during a hearing regarding a divorce petition.
Only biological females, determined by gene screening, will be allowed at Olympic Games female events, says IOC.
Karnataka Chief Minister announces a ban on social media for children under 16 and increased measures to prevent drug abuse in schools, colleges, and universities, alongside investments in education infrastructure and mental health support.
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has warned of a significant increase in cooking gas and fuel prices by the BJP-led central government following the West Bengal assembly elections. He accused the BJP of neglecting the fuel crisis and challenged them to pledge no price hikes for the next five years.
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee alleges the BJP-led government may increase fuel prices after the West Bengal assembly elections, accusing them of neglecting the common man and withholding funds from the state.
Political parties in Kerala are increasingly using AI-generated content to influence voters in the upcoming elections, raising concerns about the blurring lines between reality and fiction in political messaging.
'India's ties with Israel have to do with defence and general technology.' 'The war changes nothing in what India and Israel hope to get from the relationship.' 'It's not as though India will get significantly more benefits from Iran if India abandons Israel at this time.'
A 24-year-old man in Delhi was arrested with his friend for allegedly staging a burglary at his own home to repay debts incurred from stock market trading.
A disruption in the supply of LPG cylinders caused by tensions in the Strait of Hormuz is impacting Indian kitchens, leading to restaurant closures, price hikes and a surge in demand for electric cooktops.
A government primary school teacher in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district has been arrested after being accused of molesting three young girls.
Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, advocates for careful integration of AI in the judicial system, emphasising the importance of human judgement and oversight in delivering justice.
If the Iranian regime needs to be punished for promoting quasi-terrorist outfits like Hezbollah and Hamas, then what about Pakistan which has spent decades exporting terror around the world, killing thousands, particularly in Afghanistan and India? asks M R Narayan Swamy.
Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, advocates for the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the judicial system, emphasising that it should enhance efficiency without compromising core judicial functions and human oversight.
This weekend, Donald Trump has begun to say the quiet part out loud -- that he wants to take control of Iran's oil, a formulation more in line with his robber-baron style of international relations.
Former India A skipper Priyank Panchal shares anecdotes about Jasprit Bumrah's early cricket career, highlighting his talent and dedication from a young age.
A school teacher was shot dead by unidentified assailants on the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) campus, police said on Thursday.
An 18-year-old boy was found dead in a Nagpur shopping mall in a suspected suicide. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
Three people died and four others were critically injured in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, when two motorcycles collided with a stationary truck while attempting to avoid a speeding vehicle.
Run by the government, these mobile schools ensure that the children of the Agariya salt workers -- who migrate for months through the Little Rann of Kutch to harvest salt under extreme conditions -- don't miss out on their education.
A woman in Jodhpur, India, successfully annulled her child marriage through a court battle, highlighting the ongoing issue of child marriage and the importance of legal intervention and social support.
In the rush to complete tax-saving investments at the end of the financial year, many taxpayers choose instruments that do not match their long-term financial goals.
'There is a fortune in stolen money, counterfeit notes floating around, and political skullduggery afoot, along with treachery, double dealing, kidnapping and all manner of wickedness packing the series so densely that the pace never flags and a profusion of twists keeps the story engaging even when it strains credibility,' notes Deepa Gahlot.
Police in Thane have arrested two individuals for allegedly extorting money from a sweets businessman. The suspects were caught accepting a reduced payment as part of the extortion scheme.
The inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) commenced in Chhattisgarh, providing a national stage for tribal athletes to showcase their abilities. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted the event's significance in promoting sports culture and identifying talent from remote areas.
Several district courts in Madhya Pradesh were evacuated and searched after receiving email threats claiming the presence of 'poisonous gas bombs.' The threats turned out to be a hoax, and investigations are underway to identify the source of the emails.
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