Ajmer Sharif cleric Syed Sarwar Chishti has urged the Centre to declare the cow as the national animal and impose a nationwide ban on its slaughter and sale for sacrifice.
His last match for CSK was on May 25, 2025, but for everyone -- not just Chennai fans but the whole of India -- he is a towering, timeless presence.
Authorities used teargas and cane charge to restore order after a clash among inmates at Kapurthala jail. The incident occurred late Saturday night, with some inmates setting clothes on fire. The situation is now under control, with no injuries reported among jail staff.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad will both be eyeing a top-two finish when they square off in their final IPL 2026 league match.
DMK Youth Wing chief Udhayanidhi Stalin has launched a scathing attack on the Congress, accusing the former ally of 'stabbing the DMK in the back' and blaming them for the BJP's consecutive national victories. He exhorted party cadre to 'never trust the Congress again'.
Pakistani security forces have killed 35 members of Balochistan-based terrorist groups and arrested at least three senior commanders in intelligence-based operations in recent days, according to the provincial government.
A Pune school has suspended a teacher after her arrest by the CBI in connection with the NEET-UG paper leak case. The Vidya Prasarini Sabha, the educational institution, expressed shock and condemned the teacher's alleged involvement.
Assam Rifles and the Excise and Narcotics Department seized methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 17.10 lakh in Champhai district, Mizoram. The suspected drug traffickers fled towards Myanmar, leaving behind the consignment.
'Unfortunately the treasury is empty, in zero. So we have to first make money for the development activities of the state, and also to continue the welfare measures.'
Pakistani security forces killed 23 terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province during operations on Wednesday and Thursday, according to the military's media wing.
Gurugram Police have busted a gang involved in defrauding a person by mortgaging and selling his luxury vehicles, which they acquired under the guise of renting them for weddings and events. The alleged mastermind, Krishna Dixit, has been arrested.
Opposition parties in Punjab have criticised the AAP government following the killing of a police officer and a jail incident, alleging a breakdown of law and order in the state.
A 23-year-old man, recently released from Tihar Jail, was allegedly stabbed to death in Delhi's Uttam Nagar over a monetary dispute. Police have apprehended five suspects and are investigating the incident.
Overseas travel spending by Indians, including holiday trips, decreased by $212.43 million to $1.09 billion in March compared to February, according to the Reserve Bank of India's latest data.
The Uttarakhand Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) has stated that a Dehradun-based factory, allegedly involved in the production of the banned synthetic drug Captagon, is not registered in its official records. This follows reports of illegal Captagon production at the 'Green Herbal' factory in Sahaspur.
A Delhi court has remanded an accused in the NEET paper leak case to judicial custody until June 6, following a plea by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The accused is alleged to have been actively involved in leaking the NEET-UG 2026 examination questions prior to the exam.
Cockroach Janata Party, which according to Dipke had 201,000 followers on X, came about following a controversy over Chief Justice of India Surya Kant using "parasites" and "cockroaches" while pulling up a lawyer for his plea seeking senior designation.
A major fire swept through a furniture market in Shastri Park, northeast Delhi, destroying numerous shops and resulting in significant financial losses. Firefighting operations continued overnight, with locals alleging delays in response.
Kalyan police have dismantled a drug syndicate, seizing 9.7 kg of heroin worth Rs 34.18 crore and arresting five individuals, including a major interstate supplier.
A resident of Pathankot, Punjab, has been arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan-based handlers, transmitting live feeds of army and paramilitary movements.
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The Madhya Pradesh High Court has issued a notice to former judge Giribala Singh regarding the cancellation of her anticipatory bail in connection with the death of her daughter-in-law, who allegedly faced dowry harassment.
Uttar Pradesh is experiencing an intense heatwave, with Banda recording the highest temperature at 47.6 degrees Celsius. The IMD has issued a 'Red Colour Warning' for severe heatwave conditions. The extreme heat is disrupting daily life and economic activity, prompting government action to prevent heat-related illnesses.
The Delhi High Court has allowed wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the upcoming Asian Games trials, criticising the Wrestling Federation of India's selection policy for lacking discretion regarding iconic players returning from maternity leave.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a stunning appearance at Cannes 2026 in an exquisite custom sculptural gown by Designer Amit Aggarwal.
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.
'98 lakhs in Bengal, 97 lakhs in Tamil Nadu, 2.83 crores in Uttar Pradesh.'
The Beed Municipal Council has issued notices regarding an unauthorised construction linked to Prahlad Kulkarni, a key accused in the NEET-UG paper leak case.
A man, identified as Sona Pappu, who is allegedly involved in land grabbing and extortion, appeared before the Enforcement Directorate in Kolkata in connection with its probe into a money laundering case.
A case has been registered against DMK MLA P K Sekar Babu and his supporters under various charges, including attempt to murder, following a clash during the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) questioned IAS officer Ansar Shaikh regarding alleged illegal sand mining and trafficking from riverbeds in West Bengal's Jhargram district and adjoining areas.
A 60-year-old watchman was assaulted and killed in Peeragarhi village, Delhi, after being run over twice by an SUV. Police are investigating the hit-and-run incident and searching for the accused driver.
The main accused in the double murder of a woman and her teenage son in Delhi's Govindpuri has been arrested after a brief encounter with police. The accused, Saurabh, sustained a bullet injury during retaliatory firing.
A case has been registered against DMK MLA P K Sekar Babu and his supporters under various charges, including attempt to murder, following a clash during the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
A look into the tragic deaths of three young women in India, allegedly due to dowry-related harassment, highlights the persistent social and legal challenges in addressing this issue.
The main suspect in the double murder of a woman and her teenage son in Delhi's Govindpuri has been arrested after a brief exchange of fire with the police. The accused, Saurabh, sustained a leg injury during the encounter.
Fashion's favourite dramatic silhouette is having a full-blown comeback moment. Peplum tops with their cinched waists and flared hems are no longer just officewear staples from 2010s. Today's versions are sharper, cooler, more experimental, and honestly, far more flattering.
An underwhelming thriller that never quite hits a home run, despite a solid John Krasinski doing his best, observes Mayur Sanap.
The Democratic Republic of Congo plans to continue its preparations for the 2026 World Cup despite a warning from the United States about a potential Ebola outbreak.
Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh has called for a shift away from chemical fertilisers in Punjab, warning that their overuse was degrading soil quality across the state.
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