Nepal police have arrested an Indian and a Thai national in separate incidents related to drug trafficking. The arrests occurred at Tribhuvan International Airport and in Balaju Chowk, Kathmandu.
A cricket fan was initially denied entry to the Sheffield Shield final for wearing a 'Free Imran Khan' T-shirt, but Cricket Australia later reversed its decision, classifying it as a humanitarian issue.
The Chhattisgarh government has suspended Inspector General of Police Ratan Lal Dangi following a complaint of harassment and financial irregularities. An inquiry has been ordered into the allegations.
The 16th Census of India in 2026 will treat stable live-in relationships as marriages, according to the self-enumeration portal's FAQ section. The portal provides guidance on various housing and household-related questions for self-enumeration.
An adjunct professor at a private university in Bengaluru has been suspended and faces an FIR after allegedly calling a student a 'terrorist' during a class. The incident has sparked outrage and raised questions about accountability and transparency.
Congress leader K Muraleedharan has dismissed the BJP's influence in Kerala ahead of the Assembly elections, accusing the party of failing to fulfil its promises to the state.
The government has mandated that cooking gas LPG supply to households will be discontinued if consumers fail to switch to piped natural gas where such connectivity is available, under a new order aimed at accelerating gas network expansion and reducing reliance on a single fuel.
A nursing assistant in Kerala has been booked for allegedly exposing himself at a local temple and attempting suicide when confronted by temple authorities. He is currently in the ICU after undergoing surgery for self-inflicted wounds.
An explosion outside the Punjab BJP headquarters in Chandigarh caused panic, with a social media post claiming responsibility as retaliation for the killing of Sikh youths. Police suspect a crude device was used, and an investigation is underway.
Stage artist, actor, and director Sobi George was arrested in Kochi on Tuesday in connection with a cheque bounce case and faces additional allegations of fraud and cheating.
A new study suggests a link between high consumption of ultra-processed foods and reduced fertility in men, slower embryo growth, and smaller yolk sacs.
A 21-year-old college student in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly attempted suicide after claiming that no action was taken against a professor she accused of molesting her. The student alleges the college principal ignored her complaint, leading to her distress and suicide attempt.
Odisha Police have detained two individuals from West Bengal for allegedly flying a drone over the Jagannath Temple in Puri, violating restrictions. The drone and related equipment have been seized, and an investigation is underway.
A jeweller was shot dead in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, by two assailants who fled with jewellery. The incident sparked protests, with police assuring swift action.
Two individuals have been arrested in Patna, India, following a raid that uncovered approximately 25 crore worth of drugs. The operation revealed a sophisticated drug processing and distribution network, with investigations ongoing to identify further individuals involved.
The wife of a state employee who allegedly committed suicide due to harassment by ex-minister Laljit Singh Bhullar is demanding a CBI probe into his death. The deceased, Gagandeep Singh Randhawa, claimed harassment in a video before his death.
Tension gripped parts of Murshidabad district in West Bengal after clashes broke out during Ram Navami processions, with stone-pelting, vandalism and arson reported.
The complainant in a Rs 71.6 lakh cheating case involving CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal has withdrawn his grievance after recovering his invested amount. The arrests were made following an FIR registered on March 16 at Mumbra police station against Gupta, Khandelwal and four others on charges of cheating, criminal breach of trust and fraud.
The Bombay High Court has criticised the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) for failing to process the exit permit of a US national facing religious conversion charges, despite a court order allowing him to travel.
The Chhattisgarh government has suspended Inspector General of Police Ratan Lal Dangi following a complaint of harassment and financial irregularities. The suspension is due to alleged violations of service conduct rules and unbecoming behaviour.
A 10-year-old girl died in Sangli district, Maharashtra, after allegedly being tortured by her father, who suspected her of stealing money. Her sister was also subjected to similar treatment and is hospitalised. The father has been apprehended and a case has been registered.
An Air Canada Express flight collided with a fire truck while landing at New York's LaGuardia airport late on Sunday night, killing the pilot and co-pilot and injuring at least 13 people, including firefighters.
Suresh Sallay, former intelligence chief, has been ordered to appear in a Sri Lankan court next month as the third suspect in the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks probe. He is currently detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
A key mistake would be continuing to rely on provisions of the Income-Tax Act, 1961, where the new law now applies, and vice versa.
Nineteen people have been arrested for allegedly blocking the Delhi-Agra National Highway and engaging in violence following the death of cow vigilante Chandrashekhar Das.
A 57-year-old inmate at Mathura district jail died after allegedly attempting suicide inside his barrack. Preliminary investigations suggest the inmate was stressed due to delays in his case proceedings and disappointment over not getting bail.
Flight bookings for Halwara airport in Punjab are scheduled to begin in April, with the first commercial flight expected between May 10 and 15. The airport's opening is anticipated to significantly enhance air connectivity and boost economic growth in the region.
Thane police have arrested CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal in connection with an alleged fraud of Rs 71.6 lakh. The company claims the FIR is false and a conspiracy against them.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis clarifies the separation of powers between the legislature and executive branches following a directive to suspend a Satara Superintendent of Police. He emphasised that while the executive is accountable to the legislature, the legislature cannot assume the executive's role.
The latest seizure adds to a series of drug hauls reported from Assam and other northeastern states in recent months, indicating the persistence of trafficking routes across the region.
A new analysis by the Institute for the Study of War has warned that Iran could escalate its attacks on Israel by launching large missile salvos aimed at maximising psychological pressure on civilians.
A Mumbai sessions court has directed a magistrate to issue summonses to former Maharashtra DGP Satish Mathur and other senior officers for allegedly not registering an FIR in a MHADA fraud case.
A 60-foot iron bridge collapsed in Delhi's Roop Nagar, resulting in the death of a woman. Rescue teams responded to the scene.
A college professor in Hathras, India, has been acquitted of sexually exploiting female students after a court cited a lack of evidence and corroboration from the alleged victims.
The body of a 17-year-old boy, identified as Zaid, was discovered in a park in the New Usmanpur area of northeast Delhi. Police have launched a murder investigation and are exploring all possible angles, including personal enmity and the victim's past involvement in criminal activities.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a record-breaking half-century, leading his team to victory against Chennai Super Kings.
Police are investigating the death of a female student at a private university hostel in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. The student, identified as Priya, was found dead in her hostel room. While initial findings suggest a possible suicide, a full investigation is underway.
'Pakistan's is the only military-controlled nuclear weapons programme in the world.' 'As people get radicalised, the risk of a brigadier or pilot taking matters into their own hands is a real concern.'
'When there is such an elaborate and a strong process, one would have expected anyone to either place the issues so that they can be addressed or go to the regulator and probably tell them rather than creating a kind of uncertainty for the stakeholders.
A professor at Anna University in Chennai has been arrested following allegations of sexual harassment and stalking, sparking student protests and calls for improved campus safety measures.
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