DMK MLA G V Markandeyan was arrested for allegedly making defamatory remarks and threatening Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, leading to strong condemnation from DMK president M K Stalin, who accused the ruling TVK of political vendetta.
The Central Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday filed a charge sheet against 13 accused in the NEET UG 2026 paper leak case, including three paper experts, two associated with coaching centres, middlemen and a number of beneficiary candidates, officials said on Tuesday.
A Flipkart delivery executive has been arrested in Bengaluru after allegedly making an obscene gesture towards a woman, prompting a police investigation and Flipkart's termination of his engagement.
Delhi Police has registered an FIR against unidentified individuals following violence, stone-pelting, and vandalism of police vehicles during a protest near Regal Cinema in Connaught Place. The incident occurred a day after clashes during the "Sansad Chalo" march injured over 118 police personnel. Security has been heightened across the national capital, and efforts are underway to identify those involved using CCTV footage.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered the immediate arrest of Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper-batter Abishek Porel in connection with a rape case and instructed police to seize his electronic devices to safeguard the complainant's privacy during the investigation.
Former Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested for an alleged 'double-meaning' remark alluding to actor Trisha, leading to widespread protests by DMK cadres and condemnation from various political leaders.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a supplementary chargesheet naming Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) chief Hafiz Saeed as an accused in the Pahalgam terror attack, charging him with waging war against India and hatching a cross-border conspiracy.
The Jammu and Kashmir Police's Counter Intelligence wing has registered an FIR and conducted raids in connection with two controversial books allegedly glorifying separatists. The action follows objections from political groups and the suspension of education department officials.
A Nashik court has granted bail to TCS employee Nida Khan, arrested two months ago in connection with alleged sexual harassment and religious conversion cases at the company's unit. Her co-accused, Danish Shaikh, was denied bail. Khan's bail was sought on grounds of pregnancy, while the prosecution argued against it, citing evidence of sexual assault and religious coercion, including attempts to convert a Scheduled Caste victim. A Special Investigation Team is investigating nine such cases at the TCS Nashik unit, and TCS has stated a zero-tolerance policy.
Former India cricketer Rajesh Chauhan has been booked for allegedly cheating a man of over Rs 15 lakh by promising a transport contract with a steel company, a case registered on court orders under Section 316(2) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita.
Former DMK Minister Anitha R Radhakrishnan was arrested in Authoor after the Madras High Court rejected his anticipatory bail plea concerning defamatory remarks made against Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay. The arrest has sparked strong condemnation from DMK leaders, including M K Stalin and Kanimozhi, who allege political vendetta and question the urgency of the action amidst other unresolved issues.
Delhi Police arrested three men following a raid on a farmhouse in Siraspur where celebratory firing occurred during a birthday party. Authorities recovered illegal firearms, ammunition, liquor, and hookahs, and have registered cases under various acts.
A special NIA court in Jammu has issued a non-bailable warrant against Hafiz Saeed, the Pakistan-based chief of Lashkar-e-Taiba, in connection with the ongoing investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack. This action follows a supplementary chargesheet filed by the NIA, which also links Saeed to the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
Two Pakistani nationals, Farah Naz and her son Mohammed Fardeen, have been arrested in Karnataka's Chikkaballapura district for allegedly obtaining a ration card and voter identity card by concealing their nationality. The arrests followed an inquiry that revealed Farah Naz, married to an Indian national, and her son, born in Pakistan, had acquired these documents illegally. Both cards have since been cancelled, and a criminal case has been registered under various acts.
An explosion and subsequent fire at an unlicensed firecracker factory in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, resulted in the deaths of nine people and injuries to six others. The incident prompted condolences and financial aid from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, with authorities initiating an investigation into the illegal operation.
A 29-year-old man has been arrested in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly abducting and raping a five-year-old girl. The incident occurred when the girl was with her grandfather, and the accused fled with her on a motorcycle. Police rescued the girl and confirmed sexual assault, subsequently arresting the accused and seizing his vehicle.
Educator Faisal Khan, known as Khan Sir, along with three staff members and two security guards, has been granted anticipatory bail by a Patna court in connection with a firing incident at his coaching institute. The incident involved vandalism and alleged aerial firing by guards in self-defence, leading to counter-allegations between Khan Sir and a rival.
The Supreme Court has questioned the conduct of Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of killing her husband during their honeymoon in Meghalaya, suggesting she surrender and face trial. The court is also examining whether a typographical error in the arrest memo justifies her bail.
Former Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha member Vinayak Raut, his son, and five others have been booked for allegedly physically, mentally, and financially torturing his daughter-in-law, Girija Raut, and subjecting her to black magic. The complaint details allegations of abuse, medical negligence, and occult rituals, which the Raut family vehemently denies, stating the accusations are an attempt to pressure them amidst ongoing divorce proceedings.
The Supreme Court will hear a plea from the Meghalaya government challenging the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of murdering her husband during their honeymoon. The case hinges on a legal question regarding a typographical error in the arrest memo and whether it justifies bail in a murder case.
Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have registered an FIR against a man for allegedly filming two women through a bathroom window in Bhiwandi. The incident, reported by a 16-year-old, led to charges under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita and POCSO Act, with the accused currently absconding.
A 43-year-old man, Sanjay Mishra, accused of raping a minor girl in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, was arrested following a police encounter where he sustained a gunshot wound. He had allegedly lured the child under false pretences.
A 40-year-old priest in Muzaffarnagar was allegedly beaten to death by two men after he objected to them drinking alcohol on temple premises. Police have arrested the two accused, Aniket and Arun, following an encounter where they sustained gunshot injuries.
Kerala Police have dropped attempted murder charges against Kerala Students' Union (KSU) activists accused of assaulting former Health Minister Veena George, citing lack of evidence. The charge sheet, filed after a detailed investigation including CCTV footage review, retains other offences like unlawful assembly and voluntarily causing hurt.
An Indore court rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Congress councilor Fauzia Sheikh Alim, who is accused of refusing to sing 'Vande Mataram' during a municipal corporation meeting, citing a prima facie case under BNS section 196(1).
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly abducting and raping a five-year-old girl. The incident occurred on June 11 when the girl was with her grandfather. Police rescued the girl, confirmed sexual assault, and arrested the accused, Chandan Kumar Shah, under BNS and POCSO Act provisions.
A lavish midnight birthday celebration on Guwahati's Kumar Bhaskar Varma Bridge led to the detention of businessman Gautam Baruah, his wife Karabi Baruah, and 12 others, with four luxury vehicles seized, after viral videos prompted a police investigation into alleged traffic and public safety violations.
Mumbai Police have registered a second FIR against a construction company for allegedly blocking the Kalina-BKC Link Road with cranes and materials. The fresh case, filed under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, names the project manager and administrative head, following a previous penalty by MMRDA and viral videos of the obstruction.
The founders of the Rapido app have been booked in Nagpur for allegedly operating petrol-powered bike taxi services in Maharashtra without the necessary government permissions. A case was registered following a complaint from the Nagpur RTO after a special drive revealed private vehicles were being used commercially without proper licenses, raising concerns about passenger safety and revenue loss for the government.
A mosque cleric in Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh, has been booked under the POCSO Act and BNS Act for allegedly raping a minor. The accused, Imam Zakir Ali, is currently absconding, and police have launched a search operation following a complaint from the victim's family.
A Mumbai court granted anticipatory bail to a 21-year-old law student, Abhay Pratap, accused of selling obscene videos of self-styled godman Ashok Kharat online. The court noted the videos were already publicly available, deeming custodial interrogation unnecessary.
An app cab driver, Nishant Dhar Shukla, has been remanded to 14-day judicial custody in Thane for brutally assaulting a 70-year-old man, Sarosh Dastur, who objected to him spitting on the road. The incident, captured on video, sparked widespread outrage and prompted official intervention.
Two bouncers from a Gurugram club have been arrested for allegedly assaulting youths last month following a complaint filed by one of the victims. The arrests were made after an investigation into the incident, which stemmed from an argument that escalated into a physical altercation.
Four individuals involved in criminal activities were arrested in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district for allegedly pelting stones and firing at a rival group, injuring three people. Police seized arms and ammunition during the arrests, which followed an investigation into the June 10 incident.
The Supreme Court has criticised RTI activism, calling it a "new business," while denying anticipatory bail to an activist accused of obstructing road construction work and intimidating public servants in Punjab.
Delhi Police have initiated an investigation after an intellectually challenged woman was found injured in Trilokpuri. Multiple teams are working to identify and apprehend the accused following a physical assault.
Police in Meerut have arrested two individuals for allegedly running a fake Common Service Centre (CSC) to open fraudulent bank accounts using forged documents of unsuspecting, needy people. The accused used these accounts for online financial frauds, leading to the recovery of numerous fake IDs, bank cards, and other incriminating evidence.
An FIR has been registered against a scrap firm owner and two others in Thane for allegedly siphoning off 21,000 kg of aluminium material worth Rs 46.20 lakh from a prominent builder using a modified transport vehicle.
Delhi Police have registered a case against several individuals claiming to be advocates for allegedly threatening a police officer and obstructing him from duty inside Shakarpur police station.
A 22-year-old Uttar Pradesh resident, Ubaid, has been arrested in Shimla under the POCSO Act following a complaint from a minor's family alleging misbehaviour. Police have registered a case and warned against spreading misinformation after locals paraded two other individuals.
