A second-year engineering student at the Indian Institute of Information Technology Nagpur allegedly committed suicide by jumping from his hostel terrace. Police are investigating the incident and have registered a case of accidental death.
The Telangana Prisons Department is set to launch a Jail Museum in Hyderabad, offering visitors a unique 'life in prison' experience and insights into the history and functioning of prisons.
A wedding celebration in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, turned tragic after a dispute over DJ music and food led to a violent clash between the bride's and groom's families, resulting in one death and another injury.
Police in Kerala are investigating the potential involvement of hospitals in a racket that forged documents for organ donations. Six people have been arrested in connection with the scam, and the investigation is expanding to examine how hospital procedures may have been bypassed.
Delhi has seen an increase in crimes committed by foreigners, with 201 cases registered in 2024 compared to 130 in 2023, according to NCRB data. Delhi accounted for the highest number of such cases among union territories. West Bengal recorded the highest number of such cases among states.
Arjun Singh and Aditya Singh emerged victorious in the pro men's doubles category at the Maharashtra Pickleball Open, while Mihika Yadav and Snehal Patil won the pro women's doubles. Arjun Singh also secured the pro mix doubles title with Naomi Amalsadiwala. Aahana Punjabi and Atharva Khisti won the singles titles.
CPI(M) general secretary M A Baby criticised the Congress-led UDF over internal divisions and the leadership race in Kerala, mocking the frequent consultations between Kerala and Delhi.
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries' acquisition of US-based Organon & Co. for $11.75 billion, the largest overseas acquisition by an Indian pharma company, has been met with mixed reactions from brokerages, who see strategic entry into women's health and biosimilars but also flag potential integration challenges and debt concerns.
A man was killed and his hand chopped off in Odisha's Nayagarh district following a dispute over illegal mining of laterite stone. Police have arrested four people in connection with the incident.
Security forces in Manipur have seized a large cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives in joint operations in the Senapati and Churachandpur districts, disrupting illegal arms supply networks and deterring insurgent activities.
Himachal Pradesh Police have arrested two major interstate suppliers of 'chitta' (adulterated heroin) from Chandigarh and Punjab, following investigations into separate drug cases.
A court in Gurugram has sent Punjab's Industries Minister Sanjeev Arora to seven days of ED custody in a money laundering case, officials said on Sunday.
The Jan Suraaj Party has requested a meeting with Bihar's Chief Minister to discuss the murder of a Bihar resident in Delhi and to ensure a fair investigation and support for the victim's family.
A court in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced seven people to life imprisonment for the murder of a man and his son in 2020.
Jharkhand Police seized narcotics and illicit liquor worth over Rs 2.54 crore and arrested seven persons in separate operations across five districts.
A man died and another was injured, allegedly after being assaulted by the ANTF during a raid in Rajasthan's Jhalawar. Protests erupted after the incident, with villagers blocking roads and demanding action.
Delhi Police busted an illegal LPG refilling and hoarding racket in Nangloi, seizing 96 domestic gas cylinders, vehicles, and equipment. Three people were arrested for diverting LPG cylinders meant for delivery and illegally refilling and selling them in the open market.
An analysis of 138 Indian cities reveals that urban greening should consider humidity and airflow for effective cooling, emphasising climate-responsive strategies over one-size-fits-all approaches.
A suspected shooter from gangster Deepak Nandal's gang was killed, and another was injured, during an encounter with Gurugram police. The incident occurred while the police were recovering weapons from the accused, who had been arrested in connection with a shooting at an event organiser's house.
Police have arrested four individuals and apprehended two juveniles in connection with a violent assault at a hotel in Katra, Reasi district. The accused are allegedly involved in an attack at the R K Palace hotel on May 2, which resulted in serious injuries to one man.
Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in a black-marketing racket selling IPL match tickets at inflated prices. The accused were caught selling complimentary passes and regular tickets near Delhi Gate.
Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district detained two alleged drug peddlers under the PITNDPS Act and lodged them in Central Jail Kot Bhalwal.
A court in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced a domestic help to life imprisonment for the murder of his employer nearly two years ago. The accused, Wasim, confessed to the crime, citing a financial dispute as the motive.
The CBI arrested two middlemen and another person in a Rs 13-lakh bribery case involving senior officers of the Punjab Vigilance department, following a late-night raid and chase.
A man was killed and his hand severed in Odisha's Nayagarh district following a dispute over illegal laterite stone mining. Police have arrested two suspects and are searching for others involved.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh as part of a money laundering investigation against certain builders and real estate companies in an alleged land fraud case.
Three Indian-origin men have been found guilty of first-degree murder in Canada in connection with the killing of a couple in Abbotsford in May 2022. The British Columbia Supreme Court ruled that the men played a willing and integral role in the couple's murder, which was financially motivated.
Neeru Dhanda and Vivaan Kapoor won a bronze medal in the trap mixed team event at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun in Almaty, Kazakhstan, marking their first World Cup podium finish in the Olympic event.
A new pilot study demonstrates how wearable devices, combined with smartphone location data and real-time surveys, can effectively capture environmental exposures and their immediate physical and emotional effects on individuals.
Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil has criticised the Maharashtra government over farmer suicides and crimes against women, alleging widespread corruption within the ruling alliance.
Rajasthan's Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has identified a Punjab-based suspect for allegedly sharing pro-Khalistan and pro-Pakistan content on social media platforms.
The Supreme Court has permitted the filing of a special investigation team (SIT) probe report before a Gurugram court regarding the rape of a three-year-old girl. The court is also considering the role of doctors and compensation for the victim.
A man in Greater Noida allegedly murdered his 13-year-old son to implicate his family members in a property dispute, according to police reports.
A 13-year-old boy was allegedly strangled to death in south Delhi's Bhati Mines area, police said on Wednesday. The incident has triggered protests in the area.
Pakistan has strongly condemned Afghanistan for allegedly harbouring terrorists responsible for a deadly attack on a police post, issuing a stern warning and demanding action against terrorist groups operating from Afghan soil.
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy has directed the DGP to form special teams and expedite the investigation into the POCSO case against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar's son, following allegations of sexual harassment of a minor girl. The CM has sought an explanation for the delay in action despite the complaint being registered earlier.
A suicide bomb attack at a police station in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province resulted in the death of at least three policemen and injuries to several others, followed by a gunfight between security forces and militants.
The CBI has registered an FIR in the alleged murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, taking over the investigation from the state police following a request from the state government.
Himachal Pradesh Police detained 19 habitual drug traffickers under the PIT-NDPS Act as part of an intensified crackdown on narcotics trade, particularly involving chitta (smack) and heroin.
Delhi Police arrested two alleged shooters wanted in connection with a Karol Bagh firing case after a brief exchange of fire in the Kamla Market area. The accused, identified as Deepanshu alias Sahil Bouncer and Avinash, were apprehended during an anti-gangster operation.
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