A 16-year-old boy was apprehended in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly sexually assaulting a one-year-old toddler. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon, and the teenager was sent to a juvenile observation home on Sunday following court proceedings.
Kimi Antonelli secured victory at the US Grand Prix, bringing him to the verge of becoming Formula One's youngest-ever champion. The Mercedes driver now needs only two points in Mexico to clinch the title, despite efforts from rivals Lewis Hamilton and George Russell to delay his triumph. Charles Leclerc finished second, with Max Verstappen third.
'If the temperature remains very high, which is likely to be the case because of El Nino, it may lead to a shortfall in wheat production.' 'If that happens, we will be in a very, very difficult situation as far as food security is concerned.'
The Allahabad High Court has admitted an appeal filed by Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, challenging their death sentence in the notorious blue drum murder case. The duo was convicted by a Meerut court for the murder of Saurabh Rajput and attempting to conceal his body. The High Court has fixed November 30 for hearing the appeal, where the convicts argue the trial court's verdict was illegal and based on circumstantial evidence without sufficient proof.
Three individuals arrested for allegedly forcing a teenage boy, his father, and a friend to walk naked in Kolkata after the boy kissed his girlfriend, were paraded by police to reconstruct the incident. The accused, including the girl's father, uncle, and elder brother, were taken through the locality shirtless and in shorts, mirroring the humiliation they allegedly inflicted. The incident, stemming from vigilantism, led to public outrage and a police investigation into assault and alleged firearm use.
Jammu and Kashmir Police seized a pistol and 9.22 grams of heroin in a border village near Jammu. The recovery was based on information from an arrested drug peddler, Gagandeep Singh, who was previously caught with heroin. A probe is ongoing to determine the source of the contraband and identify other individuals involved.
Ritesh Batra has commenced principal photography for his new comedy-drama Long Years Ago in Mumbai, featuring a stellar cast including Saif Ali Khan, Vidya Balan, and French actor Melanie Laurent.
Ten individuals have been arrested in connection with the alleged sale of illicit liquor in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district, following claims that several villagers died after consuming spurious alcohol. The arrests include managers and salesmen from licensed shops, and a high-level team is investigating the deaths.
SAP has announced new programmes to train two million people in India with AI-ready skills by 2030, as part of its global initiative to upskill 12 million individuals worldwide. The company will collaborate with academic institutions, industry partners, and government bodies to expand access to AI, cloud, data, and enterprise technologies, leveraging India's significant role in the global tech workforce.
A 60-year-old farmer, Ramkhelawan alias Suwalal, was killed in alleged celebratory firing during a traditional Tesu-Jhanjhiya event in a Kanpur village on Monday. Police have arrested Guddu Singh, 28, who allegedly fired the fatal shot while intoxicated, and detained two other suspects. Celebratory firing is prohibited in Uttar Pradesh.
Amritsar Rural Police have dismantled four illegal arms and narcotics supply networks, arresting seven individuals, including an Army soldier. The operations led to the recovery of 14 sophisticated pistols and over 20 kg of heroin, with investigations pointing to foreign-based handlers facilitating cross-border smuggling.
Three men have been arrested in Bengaluru for their alleged involvement in a fatal road rage incident where a man was hit by a car and dragged for nearly 150 metres in Electronic City. The victim, Ranjith Kumar Sahu, succumbed to his injuries after intervening in an altercation. Police are searching for a fourth absconding accused.
Kylian Mbappe apologised to China after a Mao Zedong meme sparked backlash and commercial fallout, contrasting with his previous outspoken stance against extremism, racism and police violence.
A 24-year-old man, Harsh, was fatally stabbed in Sultanpuri, Delhi, in an alleged revenge attack. He managed to drag himself to his front door before collapsing and later died. His companion, Jatin, was also injured. Police have arrested one accused, Deepak, and are searching for others. Preliminary investigations suggest the attack was retaliation for an earlier clash between the groups.
A tragic incident in Udupi, Karnataka, saw a 40-year-old woman, Netravati, allegedly kill her 14-year-old physically disabled daughter, Suprati, before dying by suicide. The police are investigating the motive behind the deaths, which occurred on Sunday while Netravati's husband was at work.
Assam Police has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate a fatal shooting at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati. Five people, including four members of a family, were killed and one injured on Monday night following a dispute between the hotel owners and its leaseholder, Ghanakanta Gogoi, who has been arrested. The incident stemmed from disagreements over a lease agreement and property management.
Four individuals, including a witch doctor, have been arrested in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district for the murder of a 46-year-old woman. The victim was allegedly killed on suspicion of practising black magic. Police found her body on Saturday morning and have registered a case under the BNS and Witchcraft Prevention Act.
Chinese brands have ended partnerships with Kylian Mbappe after a video containing an apparent reference to Mao Zedong sparked a backlash.
A 34-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death in southwest Delhi's Bindapur area on Saturday night. Police found the victim, Vikram Singh, with stab wounds and he was later declared dead at DDU Hospital. A murder case has been registered, and efforts are on to apprehend the accused.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the 15-year-old opener, bludgeoned 45 runs off just 19 balls in the 3rd T20I against New Zealand, setting up India's six-wicket victory and sealing the series 3-0 with two matches remaining.
Tamil Nadu prison authorities have authorised personnel to use firearms to prevent escapes, following a major security breach at Theni District Jail where 17 inmates fled. While 15 have been recaptured, a manhunt continues for two. The new directives include deploying armed guards at watchtowers across 125 state prisons.
Three members of a family were killed in Lucknow's Saadatganj area on Monday after a man allegedly opened fire during a dispute over car parking. The accused has been detained, and an FIR has been registered against eight individuals.
Harmanpreet Kaur smashed a scintillating 126, while all-rounder Deepti Sharma struck an unbeaten 106 as India thrashed Zimbabwe by 121 runs in the second women's ODI in Vadodara.
Abhishek Sharma praised Sanju Samson for giving up his batting position for teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the third T20 International against New Zealand. Sooryavanshi, promoted to open, scored 45 off 19 balls, partnering with Abhishek who hit 113. Samson's selfless act highlighted team spirit, while Sooryavanshi also shared a humorous take on Abhishek's explosive innings.
A 13-year-old girl in Kolkata was allegedly drugged and gang-raped, with the accused filming the act and using the video to blackmail her family for money. Police have launched an investigation based on the mother's complaint, though no arrests have been made till Tuesday.
The Supreme Court has deferred the hearing on journalist Siddique Kappan's plea to release his passport until November 2. Kappan, arrested in 2020 in the Hathras conspiracy case, had deposited his passport as a bail condition set by the top court in September 2022.
A former local journalist, Palash Tiwari, was arrested in Raipur for allegedly firing shots in the air and threatening individuals inside the Raipur Press Club. The incident occurred on Saturday evening, leading to his swift apprehension and the recovery of a pistol and cartridges.
A 41-year-old man from Mangaluru, employed in Israel, has been missing since October 16, prompting his family to seek urgent intervention from the Indian embassy in Tel Aviv and Israeli police.
France football captain Kylian Mbappe has issued an apology after Chinese brands severed ties with him over a comment referring to late Chinese leader Mao Zedong, highlighting the swift repercussions international celebrities face in the crucial Chinese market.
A West Bengal native, Jownal Abeed, was arrested on Sunday in Angamaly, Kerala, after police seized eight kg of ganja from his possession. The contraband was reportedly procured from Odisha, transported via Bengaluru, and intended for sale in the Perumbavoor area of Ernakulam district.
A joint team of Sonauli police and SSB seized 1,503 vials of restricted injectable drugs and arrested a man, Premchand (29), near the India-Nepal border in Maharajganj district on Sunday. A car used for transportation was also seized, and a case has been registered under the NDPS Act.
Every six was a mixture of power, timing, sometimes mischief, and even sheer audacity.
Twenty-six individuals, including five juveniles, have been apprehended in connection with violence during a bandh in Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh, on October 23. The protests were against the proposed mega dam over the Siang river, leading to property damage and clashes. Police have registered eight criminal cases and detained six others for questioning.
Indian squash player Anahat Singh has withdrawn from the Canadian Women's Open quarterfinal due to an unspecified injury. The 18-year-old, who has had a successful year on the PSA Tour, was set to face top seed Fayrouz Aboelkheir.
Police in Kolkata have arrested the parents and maternal uncle of a 13-year-old girl after they allegedly paraded a 17-year-old boy, his father, and a friend naked through the streets. The incident occurred after the boy was caught kissing the girl. The boy's father claimed he was given a gun and forced to choose between shooting his son or walking naked. Public outrage followed the incident, leading to arrests and a police investigation under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
The Delhi High Court has criticised the police's "total disinterest" in taking action against a POCSO case survivor who allegedly lied in court, despite agencies often blaming hostile witnesses for acquittals. The court made these observations while granting bail to an accused, noting the prosecutrix's "blatant lie" about not appearing before a judge.
The Madras High Court has ruled that non-Hindus must pledge reverence and abide by traditional customs to enter Agamic temples, stating that failure to do so would compromise religious sanctity. The court criticised political figures for performative displays of faith and directed authorities to strictly enforce temple entry rules.
A Mumbai court has extended the police custody of four individuals arrested for allegedly aiding shooters in the Tiger Shroff firing case until October 28. Investigators require more time to collect voice samples and verify recovered evidence, including weapons and digital communications. The accused are implicated in procuring and smuggling firearms, with two women booking a hotel using fake IDs.
A 30-year-old man, Munesh, was found dead in Delhi under suspicious circumstances, just days before a hearing in his divorce case. His family suspects foul play, noting he went missing after attending a Dussehra fair on October 20 and had received threats recently.
Five people were shot dead at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati on Monday night following a dispute between the hotel owner and its leaseholder. The accused, Ghanakanta Gogoi, was apprehended, and a .32-bore licensed pistol was seized. The incident, stemming from a property dispute, has led to concerns about law and order.
