A Delhi Police constable has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a racket producing fake Police Clearance Certificates (PCCs). The investigation uncovered a network charging individuals for forged documents, highlighting concerns about corruption and security.
The Maharashtra government is facing criticism after an acid attack on a Class 6 girl student in Sangamner. The Congress party has slammed the government in the legislative assembly, alleging a deterioration in law and order in the state. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of women and girls in Maharashtra.
A 45-year-old man in Thane, Maharashtra, died by suicide after being blackmailed by cyber criminals who threatened to circulate morphed obscene photographs of him on social media. The victim had been forced to transfer large sums of money before his death.
At the heart of this debate is Section 3(d) of the Patents Act, a safeguard designed to prevent drugmakers from extending monopoly protection through trivial modifications to existing medicines.
A couple in Mandya, Karnataka, allegedly died by suicide after hanging themselves in their home following a family dispute. Their two-year-old daughter survived an apparent attempt on her life.
The question is no longer whether the war will expand. It has. The next few days will tell us whether the war stabilises around Hormuz or whether the Strait itself becomes the trigger for a far larger rupture. What to watch for over the next 48 hours is simple: Any move by the US toward direct naval control of the Strait; any credible Iranian attempt to disrupt or mine shipping lanes and, critically, whether energy infrastructure in the Gulf continues to be targeted.If those lines are crossed in tandem, the war will no longer be containable within the region.
The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly congratulated the Indian men's cricket team for their T20 World Cup victory, acknowledging the team's discipline, teamwork, and confidence.
Rajasthan Police have initiated proceedings to attach properties worth approximately Rs 35 crore linked to an online betting racket in Karauli district, as part of 'Operation Shikanja'.
Cognizant's Chief AI Officer, Babak Hodjat, highlights India's unique position in AI enablement due to its strong technology foundation and large pool of digitally skilled people. He emphasises the continued importance of developers in the age of AI and Cognizant's focus on becoming an 'AI builder' company.
India has rejected a report by the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) that criticised India's record on religious freedom and called for linking US security assistance and trade to improvements in this area.
A 17-year-old boy in Lucknow has been detained by police after allegedly killing his father, who was reportedly a drug addict and abusive towards his family. The incident occurred after a dispute, and investigations revealed the father's substance abuse and mistreatment of family members as potential motives.
Patna Police arrested a major narcotics supplier and seized drugs worth approximately 7.5 crore during a raid in the Khagaul area. The operation uncovered heroin and brown sugar, along with evidence suggesting the suspect amassed significant wealth through illegal drug trade.
Navi Mumbai Police arrested a wanted criminal and his accomplice for allegedly selling narcotics under the guise of running a goat farm, seizing mephedrone valued at Rs 5.39 lakh.
An email threatening missile and bomb attacks on the Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan and other key locations in Mumbai triggered a security alert, prompting extensive searches and heightened security measures.
In yet another beautiful episode of Asian Paints' Where the Heart Is Season 9, we get to step inside yet another gorgeous celebrity home. And this time, It's Sonakshi Sinha's spacious, sea-facing Mumbai penthouse, which she shares with husband Zaheer Iqbal.
The Election Commission's move to transfer West Bengal's chief secretary and DGP soon after the announcement of Assembly poll dates triggered a political slugfest.
Cognizant's Chief AI Officer, Babak Hodjat, discusses India's unique position in AI enablement due to its strong technology foundation and skilled workforce, emphasising the continued importance of developers in the age of AI-generated code.
The pause gives the US time to breathe, to regroup, to move its expeditionary force into position without risk of interception along the way. It gives Iran nothing -- on the ground, attacks against its infrastructure continue apace. Prem Panicker in his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.
A gang posing as Income Tax officials robbed a contractor's home in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, stealing gold and cash.
Two juveniles have been apprehended by Delhi police after allegedly stabbing two young men near a metro station. The attack stemmed from a prior dispute where the victims allegedly bullied the accused.
The NIA alleged that the accused were in touch with ethnic armed groups in Myanmar and supported proscribed Indian insurgent outfits by supplying weapons, drones and providing training.
A Kerala court has convicted a man for the murder of Dr. Vandana Das, who was killed in a taluk hospital in May 2023. The accused was found guilty of murder and other offences, with sentencing scheduled for March 19.
A new report reveals that nearly half of West Bengal's MLAs have declared criminal cases against themselves, and over half are crorepatis. The report analyses the criminal, financial, and educational backgrounds of the state's legislators based on affidavits submitted during the 2021 elections.
A man and his second wife have been arrested in Lucknow for allegedly murdering his four-year-old son. The child's maternal grandmother filed a complaint, alleging the couple killed the boy out of greed for property. Police recovered several items allegedly used in the crime.
Police in Jaipur arrested a man after discovering 363 opium plants illegally cultivated in his field, concealed among an onion crop.
One person was killed and seven others injured after Afghan forces allegedly carried out mortar shelling on civilian areas near the Afghanistan border in northwestern Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Top Congress leaders are questioning whether the Election Commission's announced schedule for the Assembly polls unduly benefits the BJP, citing concerns over the timing and structuring of election phases.
A 20-year-old man and his friend died in a car crash in Gujarat after he allegedly drove at 150 km/h while recording videos for social media. Police are investigating the incident and the car's ownership.
Delhi Police have arrested another suspect in connection with the killing of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families in Uttam Nagar on Holi. A total of seven people have been arrested and a minor apprehended. Stringent provisions of the SC/ST Act have been invoked.
The Indian government is actively promoting manufacturing in the rapidly expanding aerospace sector, with collaborations between Indian and foreign companies leading to the establishment of new facilities.
Foreign brokerages have started to cut their year-end targets for the Nifty 50 index amid the ongoing West Asia conflict.
Tamil Nadu Petroleum Dealers' Association urged people not to panic-buy petrol or diesel, stating that 14 terminals in Tamil Nadu have enough stock to replenish 7,000-plus retail outlets as per their demand.
Nepalese citizens are voting in the general election, the first since protests toppled the previous government. Over 18.9 million are eligible to vote for the 275-member House of Representatives.
NCP (SP) leader Anish Gawande has urged the government to withdraw the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill, 2026, arguing that it undermines the right to self-determination of gender identity and was drafted without adequate consultation.
A 22-year-old man in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 5-year-old cousin to 'teach the boy's mother a lesson' due to frequent disputes with her husband.
A man in Jaipur, India, has allegedly killed his wife and eight-year-old daughter, with police suspecting financial distress as a possible motive. The accused surrendered to police after the incident.
Before Dhurandhar: The Revenge releases, let's take a look at Aditya Dhar's remarkable journey from being an assistant director to helming India's most successful film.
A man in Jaipur, India, has been arrested after allegedly killing his wife and eight-year-old daughter. Police suspect financial distress as a possible motive.
Ukraine has lodged a formal protest with India regarding the detention of six Ukrainian nationals in Mizoram, alleging unauthorised entry and unlawful activities. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry is seeking consular access and immediate release of its citizens.
President Trump asserts the US military has decimated Iran's forces and no longer requires assistance from NATO allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz, despite earlier requests for support.
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