Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused the BJP of instigating violence during Ram Navami rallies in West Bengal, alleging the party is disrupting the state's tradition of communal harmony. He also criticised the BJP's governance record and promises in other states.
Three juveniles have been apprehended in Delhi for the murder of a 16-year-old boy, who was stabbed to death near his home in Dayalpur. Police investigations suggest the attack was motivated by alleged bullying by the victim.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Rajya Sabha to honour 59 retiring members, emphasising their contributions to national life and urging them to continue their service.
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) claimed that Iran has asked US for a ceasefire. He said that Washington would consider it once the Strait of Hormuz is open.
Lenders are actively monitoring gold price volatility, prompting them to ask borrowers for additional gold collateral or partial principal repayment when loan-to-value (LTV) thresholds are breached, particularly for loans disbursed in February.
A man in Mysuru has been arrested by Delhi Police for allegedly sending fake bomb threat messages to government offices, schools, and courts, causing widespread alarm.
Indian refiners have access to only limited Iranian volumes compared with Russian oil, and even the barrels on offer come with 'too many hassles'.
An autorickshaw driver in Palghar, Maharashtra, was arrested after brutally assaulting a four-year-old boy following an argument with the child's father. The incident, captured on CCTV, shows the driver slamming the boy to the ground and hitting his head with an iron rod. The child is in critical condition.
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'The jail staff told me Kasab was served only jail food and not biryani.' 'They told me that Kasab was beaten regularly after court proceedings.' 'And they filled Kasab's bottle with urine so that whenever he felt thirsty he used to drink urine.'
A 20-year-old woman in Odisha's Ganjam district allegedly attempted self-immolation, suffering severe burns, a day after filing a rape complaint. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
A 17-year-old girl was allegedly murdered by her fianc in Bengaluru. Police are searching for the suspect, who is currently absconding. The motive for the crime is under investigation.
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee accuses the BJP of instigating violence during Ram Navami rallies in West Bengal, alleging the party uses the festival to create unrest and division.
Two individuals have been arrested in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, after a video surfaced showing a 22-year-old man being tied to an electricity pole and brutally beaten, allegedly for visiting his girlfriend in the village.
The Delhi Assembly has received its third bomb threat email in three days, prompting a police investigation and increased security measures.
Jharkhand police have seized a significant quantity of opium and poppy husk in separate incidents across Ranchi and Palamu districts, leading to the arrest of three individuals involved in drug trafficking.
Opposition MPs in India have moved notices in Parliament seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of bias, misconduct, and acting under the influence of the executive.
The Vivo V70 FE will hit the Indian market probably in early April. It is expected to feature a 200 MP main rear camera with OIS and slim screen borders.
A 57-year-old woman was killed by a leopard while working in a field with her husband near a forest in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh. The incident has sparked outrage among local residents.
Police in Samba district attached a house belonging to a notorious drug peddler, Masoom Ali, under the NDPS Act. The property, valued at approximately Rs 40 lakh, was allegedly purchased with proceeds from illegal activities.
The 'rescue' operation occurred within kilometres of Iran's underground tunnel complex at Isfahan, assessed by the IAEA and US intelligence as holding a substantial portion of the country's 60 per cent enriched uranium stockpile. Retired senior US military officers have highlighted that the mission's footprint -- hundreds of special operators, multiple heavy-lift aircraft deep inside Iran -- appears outsized for recovering a single airman. Prem Panicker continues his must read blog on the Iran War.
A 45-year-old man in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly beating his wife to death with a stick after she failed to answer his phone call. The incident occurred in Sewra Charthai village, and the accused has admitted to the assault.
Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests a station house officer and a constable in Udaipur for allegedly accepting an Rs 8 lakh bribe to avoid naming complainants in registered cases.
A Congress leader was murdered in Punjab's Ludhiana district, prompting strong reactions and raising concerns about the state's law and order situation.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee criticised the Union government over the hike in commercial LPG prices, accusing the Centre of taking from the people while the Mamata Banerjee administration provides relief. He challenged the Prime Minister to release a white paper detailing central funds allocation in Cooch Behar.
Assam minister Nandita Garlosa has joined the Congress party after being denied a BJP ticket for the upcoming assembly elections. She will contest from the Haflong constituency.
Odisha Police visited the residence of BJD MLA Manorama Mohanty in connection with a case against her husband for allegedly threatening a tehsildar. The MLA alleges political vendetta and misconduct by the police, while the BJP calls for due process.
A 22-year-old man in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, died by suicide while streaming live on Instagram. Police are investigating the incident and examining his social media activity.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has offered to host talks between the US and Iran to help resolve the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, following reports of Pakistan's involvement in backchannel diplomacy.
A 16-year-old boy has been detained in Beed, Maharashtra, for allegedly sexually abusing a six-year-old girl. The incident occurred when the boy lured the girl into his house with the offer of fruit, after which he allegedly sexually abused her. He has been booked under the POCSO Act.
Two senior Bihar government officers are under investigation after the Economic Offences Unit (EOU) discovered property documents, cash deposits, and valuable items allegedly disproportionate to their known income.
In West Bengal's assembly elections, fish has become a potent symbol of Bengali identity, with the Trinamool Congress and BJP clashing over food habits and cultural representation.
Although extensive air attacks have been carried out to destroy most of Iran's defence capabilities, the latter's resilience and sustenance during the war clearly indicate that the US landing force would encounter severe resistance in the operation, explains Commodore Venugopal Vengalil (retd).
A combination of security pressure and rehabilitation efforts has significantly weakened Naxalism in India, leading to numerous surrenders and the elimination of key leaders.
Samsung has unveiled a pair of fresh Galaxy handsets for the Indian market, expanding its A-range with the A57 5G alongside the A37 5G.
A man was killed and three others injured in a shooting in Delhi's Bawana area. Police suspect gang rivalry as the motive behind the attack.
The Delhi government's 2026-27 budget prioritises social welfare, introducing the 'Vayo Anand' scheme for senior citizens' recreational activities and constructing an integrated complex for children in juvenile reform homes.
A special CBI court in Mumbai has convicted a retired bank manager and nine others in connection with a 2004 loan fraud case, sentencing them to prison terms ranging from one to five years.
Delhi Police have arrested a suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) handler, Shabir Ahmed Lone, in Delhi, uncovering a terror module with links to Pakistan's ISI. Lone is accused of running a network involved in pasting anti-national posters and planning terror activities across India.
The big question is whether Trump is any longer in command of the situation. For all practical purposes, the war seems set to cascade as the US is preparing for a potential ground operation in Iran and threatens to destroy 'bridges next, then electric power plants', points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
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