The Election Commission has requested a detailed report from Kolkata Police regarding the alleged attack on Trinamool Congress leader Shashi Panja's residence before a rally by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The initial police report was deemed incomplete, prompting the EC to seek further clarity on the incident, police response, and utilisation of central forces.
An unauthorised borewell drilling incident in Mumbai led to a breach in the Aqua Line Metro tunnel, prompting a police complaint and highlighting the importance of adhering to construction guidelines near the Metro corridor.
A Delhi court acquitted two men accused of possessing heroin, citing the prosecution's failure to prove its case due to a lack of independent witnesses and contradictions in police testimonies.
A court in Thane, Maharashtra, sentenced two men to life imprisonment for the 2017 murder of a fruit seller in Mira Road over a monetary dispute. The court cited strong circumstantial evidence and established motive in the case.
Security forces have launched extensive search operations in Rajouri, Doda, and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of suspected terrorist activity, resulting in the recovery of illegal arms and ammunition.
A 28-year-old man in Ranchi sustained serious burn injuries after climbing onto the roof of a train and coming into contact with a high-tension overhead wire.
A man has been arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, for allegedly bursting firecrackers outside a district jail and assaulting a constable who tried to intervene. Police are searching for two other suspects involved in the incident, which occurred during a celebration of the release of one of the men on bail.
Mumbai's Inaara Mehta Luthria, a 15-year-old rider, has achieved top national and international rankings in dressage, including the No. 1 spot in FEI Zone 9 and a sixth-place world ranking in the FEI World Dressage Challenge.
Authorities in Patiala, India, seized 45 domestic LPG cylinders from eateries, restaurants, and hotels during a special drive to check the misuse of cooking gas cylinders.
A man has been arrested in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly attacking the home of an RSS functionary and his neighbour. The accused and his family are alleged to have vandalised property and looted cash and jewellery.
Police in Bidar, Karnataka, have arrested four individuals and seized 105 LPG cylinders in connection with the alleged black marketing of cooking gas.
A truck accident on the ITO flyover in Delhi resulted in one death and two injuries. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the truck driver.
Diksha Dagar will lead a strong five-member Indian contingent at this week's Australian WPGA Championship. Hannah Green, fresh off a major win, is also competing.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has emphasised the need for India to develop a robust drone manufacturing ecosystem, drawing lessons from recent global conflicts and highlighting the importance of self-reliance in drone technology.
The Maharashtra government has initiated action against those involved in an alleged job fraud targeting fresh graduates with the promise of jobs at Hinjewadi IT Park in Pune. The government is also working on regulations to address forced resignations and layoffs in the IT sector.
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has dismantled a mephedrone manufacturing unit in Uttar Pradesh's Ambedkar Nagar district, arresting two individuals and seizing significant quantities of drugs and precursor chemicals.
A 34-year-old civil engineer from Bhopal has been arrested in connection with an illegal arms supply racket in Bengaluru. Police seized pistols, revolver parts, and live rounds from the suspect, who allegedly supplied weapons to individuals in the city.
Senior JD(U) leader K C Tyagi has resigned from the party after a long association, stating his commitment to ideological principles and respect for Nitish Kumar remain unchanged. He plans to decide his future course of action soon.
A student in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly assaulted after protesting against the UGC Bill. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
Police in Thane district seized 84 illegally stored LPG cylinders worth Rs 2.22 lakh from a private premises in Bhiwandi, leading to a case against three individuals under the Essential Commodities Act. The raid comes amid increased vigilance to prevent hoarding and black marketing of domestic gas cylinders.
The Congress party has criticised the Maharashtra government in the legislative assembly following an alleged acid attack on a Class 6 girl student in Sangamner, raising concerns about law and order in the state.
A 25-year-old woman was found dead at her residence in Jaisalmer, India, less than a month before her scheduled wedding. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
Two individuals were arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, with a large quantity of charas valued at 4.31 crore. The arrests were made in the Ambernath area, and the suspects have been charged under the NDPS Act.
A hospital in Thane, India, has been found operating an unauthorised IVF centre, leading to its closure and a city-wide inspection of all IVF and sonography facilities.
IUML leader P K Kunhalikutty confirms the party will contest the same number of seats in the upcoming Assembly elections as in 2021, amidst ongoing seat-sharing discussions within the UDF alliance.
The seventh edition of Bengaluru GAFX, a major AVGC-XR conference and exhibition, will be held from February 27, showcasing advancements in animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality.
A 28-year-old woman in Kerala was allegedly hacked to death by her 70-year-old mother-in-law following a dispute over serving tea at their home.
A villager died and several police officers were injured after a mob attacked a police team in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, who were attempting to arrest a wanted man.
A court in Thane, Maharashtra, acquitted two men accused of murdering a shepherd due to lack of evidence and a key witness recanting their statement.
India's final match of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers against Hong Kong will be held in Kochi on March 31. Although India is out of contention for the AFC Asian Cup 2027, the match is still important for FIFA ranking points.
A 23-year-old woman in Gurugram died under suspicious circumstances, with her family accusing her husband of injecting her with a toxin. Police have registered a dowry murder case and are investigating the matter.
Police in Navi Mumbai have arrested three individuals suspected of breaking into a house and stealing gold and silver jewellery worth Rs 3.6 million. The arrests were made within 24 hours of the burglary.
Three gangsters were arrested in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, after a brief gunfight with police. Two of the gangsters sustained gunshot wounds to their legs during the encounter. The arrested individuals are reportedly associated with the Prince Khan gang and were wanted in connection with firing incidents in Dhanbad and Ranchi.
An RTO agent in Thane was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe from an individual seeking a two-wheeler learner's licence.
A 35-year-old man and his 18-year-old sister-in-law allegedly committed suicide by jumping in front of a train in Balasore district, Odisha. Police suspect an illicit relationship and the woman's pregnancy as potential motives.
Jaipur police arrested seven individuals and detained two minors for allegedly defrauding people through online gaming scams, luring victims with promises of cash prizes.
Police in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, arrested a criminal with a Rs 25,000 reward on his head after an encounter. The criminal sustained a gunshot wound to his left leg during the exchange.
A notorious history-sheeter, Thoppai Ganesan, with over 30 criminal cases, including five murders, was killed in a police encounter in Chennai's Madhavaram area.
The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of Pakistan police killed six terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, has launched a comic-style brochure featuring Professor Padarth to make materials engineering more accessible and engaging for students and the general public.
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