A 62-year-old tribal woman was allegedly killed by a villager in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district who suspected her of practicing witchcraft.
Security forces launched a search operation in the Gulpur belt of Poonch district after a suspected drone movement was detected along the Line of Control (LoC).
Moga police arrested two individuals and recovered illegal weapons from their possession. Preliminary investigation suggests a possible link to a Pakistan-based handler.
Manipur Police arrested three militants from two proscribed outfits for alleged extortion activities in Imphal East and Imphal West districts.
Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati claims the sexual abuse case against him is a conspiracy to defame him and suppress discussion of the Epstein files in India.
Five kittens died at a housing complex in Thane, India, allegedly due to poisoned food. Police have registered a case under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and are investigating.
A man in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly stabbed his sister-in-law before taking his own life, according to police reports.
A couple has been arrested in Greater Noida for allegedly defrauding multiple people by selling the same flat multiple times after mortgaging it to a bank.
JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha has appealed to the External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to ensure the safety and well-being of the Bihari diaspora in West Asia, following escalating tensions in the region.
A police constable in Mau, Uttar Pradesh, was injured when a car allegedly rammed his motorcycle and dragged it for approximately 5 km while attempting to flee. Police have seized the vehicle and are searching for the driver.
A man in Mathura, India, allegedly shot and killed his sister's lover due to his disapproval of their relationship. The sister attempted suicide upon learning of her lover's death and is in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident as a possible honour killing.
A man in Mathura, India, allegedly shot and killed his sister's lover due to his disapproval of their relationship. The sister attempted suicide upon learning of her lover's death and is in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident as a possible honour killing.
Maharashtra minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule suspects negligence and safety lapses at SBL Energy Limited in Nagpur, where a blast killed 19. An investigation is underway to determine accountability.
Over 4.4 million devotees have visited Mathura, Vrindavan, and other sites in the Braj region to celebrate Holi, with more expected to arrive. Police have increased security and taken action against miscreants to ensure peaceful festivities.
Union Minister JP Nadda accuses the West Bengal government of aiding infiltrators, claiming it will lead to original inhabitants becoming a minority. He also criticizes the TMC for alleged corruption and failure to implement the Ayushman Bharat scheme.
A sub-inspector was found dead at his residence in Nadia district, West Bengal. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
A 13-year-old boy in Thane, Maharashtra, allegedly died by suicide due to fear of being scolded by his parents for his behavior at school.
Odisha Police searched the Sambalpur district court building after receiving an email threatening a bomb blast. This is the third such threat in two months.
The All India Football Federation has fined Mohun Bagan Super Giants and ordered their next Indian Super League (ISL) match to be played in an empty stadium due to alleged spectator misconduct.
Mumbai Police have launched an investigation after a foreign tourist shared a video on social media showing two men stalking her and persistently asking for photos despite her repeated refusals.
A man wanted in several criminal cases was arrested in Patna after a brief exchange of fire with police.
A man was arrested in Gujarat after being on the run for 10 months in connection with a job fraud case in Mumbai. The accused allegedly defrauded a retired railway officer of Rs 17 lakh by promising his son a job in ONGC.
Gurugram police have announced special security arrangements for the Holi festival, including checkpoints and increased patrols, to maintain law and order and crack down on anti-social behaviour.
Two individuals were allegedly assaulted in Jharkhand's Deoghar and Koderma districts following rumours that they were childlifters.
Assam Police seized drugs worth Rs 5.93 crore and arrested three individuals in two separate operations in Guwahati and Patharkandi, signaling a strong stance against drug trafficking in the state.
Two private schools in Chandigarh received bomb threat emails, leading to security checks and heightened alert. Similar threats have recently targeted schools and government buildings in the region, all of which have been hoaxes.
Two individuals from Madhya Pradesh were apprehended at Imphal airport while attempting to smuggle 4.8 kg of suspected heroin.
UP Prometheans and Rajasthan Regals have secured their places in the final of the DP World PGTI 72 The League, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown at the Qutab Golf Course.
A man in Kerala is accused of strangling his wife to death following marital issues and later attempting suicide by crashing his motorcycle into a bus. He is currently hospitalized, and police are investigating the murder.
Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawans allegedly died by suicide in separate incidents in Srinagar and Shopian districts of Jammu and Kashmir, according to officials.
A man in Bengaluru allegedly killed his wife following a domestic dispute and then died by suicide. The couple, originally from Odisha, were found dead in their rented home in Anekal taluk. Police investigation revealed a fight preceded the wife's death, after which the husband recorded a video and left a suicide note before taking his own life.
Rakshit Tyagi, son of slain gangster Vikki Tyagi, and an associate were arrested in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, following a shootout with police. Illegal arms were seized from their possession.
A 35-year-old woman inmate in Betul district jail attempted suicide by swallowing bangle pieces and was rushed to Bhopal for medical care.
Delhi Police have arrested a 21-year-old man in connection with an attempted murder case in Shalimar Bagh, following a knife attack on two teenage brothers at a school.
A 26-year-old man was killed in a bear attack in Chhattisgarh's Korba district. The victim had gone to the forest to graze his goats and did not return home. The forest department has provided immediate relief to the family and urged villagers to be cautious.
A 27-year-old tech professional in Bengaluru allegedly committed suicide after an astrologer predicted marital problems, leading to distress and the tragic event.
A woman was allegedly beaten to death by her husband in Patna's Danapur locality. The accused has been taken into custody and is being interrogated.
Two Bangladeshi nationals were arrested in Meghalaya's West Jaintia Hills district for entering India without valid travel documents. A local driver was also apprehended for allegedly facilitating their illegal entry.
A classroom roof collapsed at a government school in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, but no one was injured as the teacher evacuated the students in time after hearing cracking sounds from the ceiling.
A man in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly stabbed his sister-in-law over a past dispute before taking his own life. The woman is in critical condition.
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