Three individuals have been arrested in Ranchi, Jharkhand, following the death of a 16-year-old girl who worked as a domestic helper. The arrests were made after the girl's body was found with multiple injuries, suggesting she was beaten to death.
An eight-year-old boy in Gurugram died after being struck by a reversing school van. Police have registered a case against the driver, who is yet to be arrested.
A teenage boy and girl allegedly died by suicide near a railway station in Rajasthan's Alwar district. Police are investigating a possible love affair as the motive.
A YouTuber in Uttar Pradesh is facing legal action after allegedly desecrating the national flag in a video posted online. The video reportedly showed the flag being altered and misused, leading to a police investigation and a search for the accused.
Faridabad police have busted a fake call centre operating from Delhi and arrested six individuals involved in defrauding people by offering bogus bonuses on insurance policies.
The Allahabad High Court has stayed the arrest of suspended Banda Jail Superintendent Anil Kumar Gautam in connection with the alleged illegal release of a Noida-based gangster from jail without a court order.
Former India leg-spinner Piyush Chawla identifies Rishabh Pant's dismissal as the turning point in the IPL 2026 match between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals.
Delhi Police busted a fake cosmetic manufacturing racket in northwest Delhi, arresting four individuals involved in the production and distribution of counterfeit hair removal cream and other products.
Ayush Shetty's silver medal at the Asia Championships has positioned him as a potential men's singles contender for India, boosting the nation's badminton prospects as they prepare for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Two cyber fraudsters have been arrested for allegedly defrauding a resident of East Delhi of over 20,000 by posing as electricity officials.
Workers at an automotive components factory in Haryana, India, protested for two days demanding the implementation of a minimum wage hike announced by the state government. The protests led to detentions and police action, highlighting tensions over wages and working conditions.
A police constable in Jharkhand is under investigation for allegedly defrauding people of Rs 39.60 lakh by promising cheap auctions of seized vehicles.
Jaipur police have arrested four men for allegedly molesting a woman on a motorcycle after a video of the incident circulated widely on social media, sparking public outrage.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly strangling his eight-month pregnant wife after she refused to return to his home.
Delhi Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly participating in illegal betting activities during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Delhi and Gujarat. The arrests were made following a raid in Karol Bagh, where authorities seized mobile phones used for placing and recording bets.
Three people, including an elderly man, were killed by wild elephants in two separate incidents in the Ramgarh district of Jharkhand. The incidents occurred in Banda and Murpa villages within the Gola police station limits. Immediate relief has been provided to the victims' families.
A man was shot dead after an argument at a roadside eatery in Rajasthan's Dausa district. The victim, identified as Dharmendra alias Yogendra Meena, had multiple criminal cases against him. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused.
The Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) has criticised Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma after its Guwahati Central candidate, Kunki Chowdhury, was summoned by police in connection with an election-related case. The AJP alleges the ruling BJP is using intimidation tactics due to Chowdhury's strong performance.
A Trinamool Congress delegation reported a contentious meeting with the Election Commission, alleging the chief election commissioner dismissed them abruptly, while the EC has accused the TMC of disruptive behaviour.
Sixteen people, including two gold appraisers, have been booked for allegedly securing loans worth lakhs of rupees against counterfeit gold from a bank in Prayagraj.
Delhi Police have filed a chargesheet in the Janakpuri pit death case, naming three accused and detailing alleged lapses in the execution of a construction project that led to the death of a man who fell into an uncovered pit.
Sunrisers Hyderabad's pace bowling coach Varun Aaron praised debutants Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain after their outstanding performance against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi falls for a duck and Irfan Pathan's theory on the youngster targeting big bowlers gains attention.
The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB), managing the Sabarimala temple, argued in the Supreme Court that religious beliefs should be judged subjectively by the community, as the court hears petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places.
Gurugram Police have arrested six individuals, alleging a planned conspiracy behind the recent unrest at factories in the IMT-Manesar area. Investigations suggest external elements incited workers to riot and engage in arson over salary hike demands.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee accuses political rivals of being BJP agents and promises to restore voting rights to disenfranchised citizens in West Bengal. He also criticises the BJP's poll promises and highlights the TMC's Lakshmir Bhandar scheme.
A truck accident in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, resulted in the deaths of two people, including a minor, and injuries to four others after the truck hit a scooter and crashed into a roadside shop.
Impact substitute Sameer Rizvi continued his red-hot form with another fine half-century as an all-round Delhi Capitals outclassed Mumbai Indians by six wickets in their first home game of the 2026 IPL season
Punjab Police have dismantled an illegal arms smuggling network with the arrest of one individual in Jalandhar. The accused was found in possession of several illegal firearms, and further investigation is underway to apprehend other members of the network.
A man arrested for robbery was found dead in a police lockup in Katihar, Bihar, leading to the suspension of two officers and sparking local protests.
Sonam Maskar finished fifth in the women's 10m air rifle final at the World Cup in Granada, as India concluded their campaign with one gold medal. Wang Zifei of China won gold in the event.
The hearing in a defamation suit filed against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on the 2020 Hathras gangrape case has been deferred to May 2. The case, heard in an MP-MLA court, was delayed due to the presiding judge's transfer. The defamation complaint stems from Gandhi's alleged remarks about the accused 'roaming free' while visiting the victim's family.
A 70-year-old man in Jharkhand's Palamu district died by suicide at his home after an argument with his wife, according to police reports.
A 30-year-old man in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested after confessing to killing his wife with an iron rod and dumping her body in a forest.
The Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) has criticised Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma after its candidate, Kunki Chowdhury, was summoned by police in connection with an election-related case, alleging political harassment and misuse of power by the ruling BJP.
Dhurandhar dominated the March theatre scene, but April offers much more variety. Joginder Tuteja lists the threatrical releases for the month.
The Rajasthan Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) conducted coordinated raids across multiple districts, seizing large quantities of narcotics and arresting seven individuals as part of 'Operation Ganjajuli'.
Chennai Super Kings face Delhi Capitals in the IPL, seeking their first win of the season. Pressure is on the opening duo of Sanju Samson and Ruturaj Gaikwad to perform.
Three academics involved in drafting a controversial NCERT textbook chapter on corruption in the judiciary have approached the Supreme Court to defend their work, stating it was a collective effort and not the view of any single individual.
A man has been arrested in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, for allegedly murdering a 19-year-old girl. The incident has sparked outrage, with authorities promising swift justice.
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