The alleged suicide of a first-year BDS student in Kerala has sparked outrage and prompted investigations into claims of caste-based harassment. The Chief Minister has condemned the incident, and various organisations are offering support to the student's family and calling for measures to prevent future occurrences.
The owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, have been granted bail in connection with the fire that killed 25 people last December. However, they will remain in jail due to a separate forgery case.
A court in Toronto has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the murder of Indian student Kartik Vasudev, rejecting his plea of not being criminally responsible due to a mental disorder.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has pledged to resolve the long-standing Gorkha issue within six months if the BJP wins the West Bengal elections. He criticised previous governments for failing to address the aspirations of the Gorkha people and promised a solution acceptable to them.
A couple in Haryana's Kurukshetra allegedly killed their three-year-old daughter before committing suicide, citing the child's poor health as the reason, police said.
Godrej Industries Group announces Pirojsha Godrej as the new chairperson, succeeding Nadir Godrej in August, marking a significant leadership transition within the conglomerate.
An Iranian delegation, led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, concluded high-level meetings in Islamabad, delivering an 'official list of demands' to Pakistani leaders for the US and Israel. This comes as President Trump cancelled his envoys' visit to Islamabad amid ongoing efforts to facilitate peace talks between Iran and the US.
A 30-year-old man was stabbed to death by his brother-in-law after a family dispute in Nand Nagri, Delhi. Police have arrested the accused and recovered the weapon.
Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran has accused the party of engaging in caste-based campaigning in the Ambalapuzha constituency, leading to a heated exchange with party officials.
A food delivery agent was allegedly shot dead by a Delhi Police head constable following an altercation in Jaffarpur Kalan village. The victim, Pandav Kumar, was returning from a birthday celebration when the incident occurred. The accused, identified as Neeraj, allegedly fired at point-blank range after an argument, according to police reports.
Vijay Varma continues to impress critics and fans with his performance in 'Matka King', prompting a look back at his most defining roles, from the conflicted cop in 'Monsoon Shootout' to the chilling antagonist in 'Darlings'.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's government has provided a house to the family of Syed Adil Hussain Shah, a victim of the Pahalgam terror attack. The gesture is seen as honouring his sacrifice and supporting his family.
Police in Ambala, India, have launched an investigation into the death of a 33-year-old woman after her brother alleged foul play. The woman reportedly died after consuming tea at her home.
He was childlike with a camera in his hands -- not nave, but wonderstruck, as though the world were always on the verge of delivering something unrepeatable. Pulitzer Prize nominee Namas Bhojani recalls his long association with Raghu Rai, the legendary photographer who passed into the ages on Sunday.
An art exhibition in New Delhi showcased drawings by children killed in a school bombing in Iran, offering a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict.
A 50-year-old man was shot dead in a village in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday morning, allegedly due to a long-standing land dispute. Police have launched an investigation and taken two people into custody.
Police in Jajpur, Odisha, have arrested five individuals, including a woman and her lover, in connection with the murder of her husband. The investigation revealed a complex web of relationships, leading to a planned execution.
Telangana Police are pursuing the extradition of a UK-based pharmacist, Ajith Kumar Mupparapu, wanted for trial in India on charges of murder related to alleged arsenic poisoning of his ex-wife's family. The case is currently being heard in a London court.
A young man was allegedly murdered following an argument over a single run during a cricket match between two local teams in Visakhapatnam. The dispute, initially resolved by the umpire, reignited later, leading to a fatal stabbing.
A young man was allegedly murdered following an argument over a single run during a cricket match between two local teams in Visakhapatnam. The dispute, initially resolved by the umpire, reignited later, leading to a fatal stabbing.
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 30-year-old bar manager in Ballabhgarh. The suspects, identified as Abhishek and Rohit, confessed to the crime, which stemmed from an argument over alcohol purchase after a wedding celebration.
A man in Jharkhand has been arrested for allegedly strangling his 13-year-old sister to death after becoming enraged by her social media contact with his brother-in-law. The incident highlights the tragic consequences of honour-based violence and social media disputes within families.
A five-year-old boy was found dead with his throat slit at a school hostel in Bihar's Jehanabad district. Police are investigating the incident, while a political party has demanded a judicial probe.
A 45-year-old woman in Bengaluru allegedly smothered her 13-year-old daughter before committing suicide at their home in Whitefield. Police are investigating the tragic incident, with preliminary findings suggesting the woman suffered from psychiatric issues and worried about her daughter's future.
Sachin Tendulkar broke down in tears while paying tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle in Mumbai, as Mohammed Siraj bid her an emotional farewell.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is facing controversy after Valanka Alemao, head of the women's committee, accused AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey of harassment and intimidation during a recent meeting.
A 20-year-old man was stabbed to death in northwest Delhi following a quarrel. The accused then posted a video on social media boasting about the murder. Police have apprehended two men and a juvenile in connection with the incident.
Vishnu Aravind's Madhuvidhu is a family entertainer that works in parts but falters when its drama turns unconvincing, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
A woman in Delhi has been booked for allegedly filing a false complaint under the POCSO Act against her father, with police indicating the allegation stemmed from a property dispute.
A State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) jawan was allegedly killed by his daughter's boyfriend and his associates in Nagpur, leading to the arrest of five individuals.
Priya Ghanghas's journey from a small boxing academy in Haryana to becoming the Asian Boxing Champion is a testament to dedication, talent, and a coach's unwavering belief.
The family of a BDS student who died after falling from a building at Kannur Dental College in Kerala, in a suspected suicide, met with the City Police Commissioner seeking swift action against those accused of abetment.
Grandmaster R Vaishali emerged victorious at the Women's Candidates Tournament, earning the right to challenge Ju Wenjun for the World Championship title.
A woman's husband and in-laws in Uttar Pradesh have been booked for allegedly causing the death of her unborn children twice by assaulting her over dowry demands during her pregnancies.
Two separate road accidents in Jharkhand's Godda district resulted in the deaths of four people, including a four-year-old girl and her aunt, and two brothers.
A 28-year-old man died under suspicious circumstances in Rajasthan's Banswara district, prompting a police investigation into multiple angles, including a possible affair.
Indian Grandmaster R Vaishali defeated Aleksandra Goryachkina in the 11th round of the Women's Candidates tournament, extending her lead in the competition. Her brother, R Praggnanandhaa, struggled in the open section.
A supervisor at a sugarcane research institute in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has alleged that he was abducted and assaulted by a group of men due to a family dispute. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the incident after a video surfaced on social media.
Avinash Tiwary reveals how filmmaker Imtiaz Ali challenged him to transcend physical vanity in their upcoming Netflix romantic-drama series, O Saathi Re, marking it as one of his most demanding roles to date.
Three individuals, including the brother of a former BSP district president, have been booked in Bhadohi for allegedly defrauding a man with promises of a government job and subsequently threatening him.
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