A 37-year-old engineer from Tamil Nadu, Sarath Subramanian, has been arrested in Kerala for allegedly sending fake bomb threat emails to various government offices, including the Secretariat and court complexes. He confessed to 34 of 36 registered cases, stating his motive was revenge against a Tamil Nadu political party. The emails were sent via the dark web, and investigations are ongoing.
The advisory, issued on Wednesday, urges Indian nationals to avoid large gatherings and crowded places where protests are occurring and to follow local authorities' instructions.
Delhi is under an unprecedented security clampdown with 25,000 police and paramilitary personnel deployed, 45 metro stations shut, and mobile internet suspended in parts of the city, as authorities deny permission for a protest by the Cockroach Janta Party against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
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Jammu Police arrested two alleged drug peddlers, Sonu Kumar and Anmol Arora, on Saturday in the Bishnah area. Authorities recovered 22 grams of heroin, a pistol, over Rs 1.48 lakh in cash, an electronic weighing machine, and two mobile phones. This arrest follows a recent bust of a cross-border narcotic smuggling racket in the Arnia sector on October 5. An investigation under the NDPS and Arms Act is ongoing to determine the source and destination of the contraband and potential linkages.
Barcelona's 4-2 defeat to Paris St Germain in the Champions League, despite a perfect record this season, highlighted that Hansi Flick's side are not yet among Europe's elite, though they showed signs of closing the gap.
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Following a tragic stampede at the Chorebagan Durga Puja in north Kolkata that killed 19 and injured 24, police have detained 12 people, including event organisers. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has promised strict action against those responsible for crowd mismanagement and announced an SIT investigation into the incident.
Young Delhi opener Priyansh Arya scored a magnificent 199 against Gujarat in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match, helping Delhi secure a crucial first-innings lead in the drawn game. Captain Ayush Badoni also contributed with 217, while Hrithik Shokeen took five wickets for Delhi. Arya expressed satisfaction with his knock and highlighted the importance of domestic cricket.
Police in Hansi district recovered over Rs 1.5 crore in cash from a car during a checking operation. Three occupants of the car, from Sirsa and Fatehabad, could not explain the source of the funds or provide documentation. The Income Tax Investigation Directorate has been informed for further investigation.
Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested four individuals, including two women, in connection with the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai. The suspects are believed to have acted under the instructions of Anil Pandit, a US-based gangster with alleged ties to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The arrests involved a complex operation spanning multiple states, with the accused now in transit remand to Mumbai Police for further investigation.
Power, patronage and money fuel politics in drought: And the ruling party controls all of those, points out Aditi Phadnis.
Gangster Anil Pandit, allegedly operating from the US, has emerged as a key suspect in the firing incident involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff. Police are investigating his links to over a dozen extortion and targeted attack cases across Haryana and Delhi, and his network's use of messaging apps to coordinate shooters. Pandit also allegedly claimed responsibility for the incident and issued threats related to Salman Khan.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has claimed that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was detained for three hours at the Delhi airport upon his return from Paris and subsequently fined Rs 50,000. AAP media in-charge Baltej Pannu alleged that the incident was due to "tremendous pressure from above" and linked it to the Centre's repeated denial of permission for Mann's foreign visits, accusing the central government of obstructing Punjab's progress.
A self-proclaimed healer has been arrested in Kanker, Chhattisgarh, for allegedly raping and impregnating a 14-year-old tribal girl. The incident came to light when the girl, an inmate of a tribal girls' hostel, was found to be five months pregnant during a medical examination. The accused, Ramesh Kumar Pisda, allegedly exploited the girl under the pretext of curing her ailment, administering intoxicating substances to facilitate the abuse.
Former captain Harmanpreet Kaur scored an unbeaten 91 off 41 balls, and Shafali Verma added 69, guiding India to a commanding 92-run victory over Zimbabwe in the third and final T20I. This win secured a 3-0 series sweep for India, with Harmanpreet finding her form ahead of crucial assignments.
The Delhi High Court has upheld a police notice requiring All India Students' Association president Neha Bora to execute a peace bond, stating there was sufficient material for the Special Executive Magistrate to take such action against her.
India will take on Pakistan in the table tennis men's and women's team event at the Asian Games on Monday.
Fashion model Shraddha Dubey, a prime suspect in the alleged murder of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma, has been arrested in Nagpur by a joint police team. Dubey, who was on the run for 11 days, denies involvement, claiming Sharma died by suicide due to financial distress, while his family alleges murder.
Tamil Nadu is experiencing heavy rainfall due to the active northeast monsoon, leading to severe inundation in Chennai and southern districts, significant waterlogging, and rising water levels in reservoirs. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay reviewed preparedness, while the IMD predicts continued moderate to heavy rainfall across the state until October 26, with two low-pressure systems forming. The rains have also impacted agriculture and infrastructure.
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A tragic incident has unfolded as an Assam woman, Himashree Boro, was found dead near railway tracks in Andhra Pradesh, prompting her family to allege murder and question railway safety and RPF response after she reported feeling unsafe on the train.
Kolkata Police have launched an investigation into the stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal that resulted in 19 deaths on Saturday evening. The probe focuses on potential lapses in crowd management, confusion over entry/exit routes, and the impact of heavy rain. Eyewitnesses and locals have pointed to inadequate police presence and poor communication, while the Chief Minister also raised concerns about dimly lit pandals and the actions of private security.
Navratri is known for its vibrant colours, but Day 7 proves that sometimes, the coolest way to make a statement is to keep things grey. Associated with balance, composure and understated elegance in many Navratri colour traditions, grey offers a refreshing break from the usual festive brights.
Indian pilot Smit Machchhar bravely recounts his terrifying mid-air ordeal aboard a flydubai flight last month, detailing how his quick thinking and survival instinct thwarted a co-pilot's planned suicide attack and saved over 170 lives.
Indian digital certification authority eMudhra has reported a compromise of private keys for some of its global TLS and code-signing certificates, according to Cert-In. This incident, while eMudhra states it has limited impact on its Indian operations, could allow cybercriminals to impersonate websites. Separately, SBI has disclosed a suspected exposure of nearly 4,000 customer records on the dark web.
Navratri is all about dressing with devotion, and Day 5 brings a bright burst of yellow. Linked to happiness, warmth, optimism and new beginnings, it's the perfect mood-lifter for the festive season.
Amol Khune, a former associate of Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange, was allegedly assaulted by a group of youths in Pali village, Beed district, Maharashtra. Khune sustained injuries and claimed the attack was due to his criticism of Jarange and to prevent him from attending a Dussehra rally. Police have detained three suspects and are investigating the incident.
Goa Forward Party chief Vijai Sardesai has alleged that Nepalese nationals were added to the state's electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and that voters were illegally shifted between constituencies. He has demanded an impartial investigation into these alleged irregularities, calling for deletion of illegal entries and action against those responsible.
Two minors have been detained in Thane, Maharashtra, for allegedly murdering a 17-year-old boy. The motive behind the crime was to steal the victim's gold chain to fund a birthday party and purchase a motorcycle. The accused reportedly stabbed the victim, bludgeoned him with a stone, and later attempted to destroy evidence by burning the body and discarding the victim's mobile phone on a moving bus.
An IPO can create excitement, particularly when you see a new issue attracting strong interest from investors. But popularity alone does not make an IPO suitable for every investor. Before you apply, it's crucial to scrutinise the financial performance, risk profile, and valuation of the company. Ultimately, your objective should be choosing a company that aligns with your financial goals.
Cancer survivor Nic Maddinson returned to Test cricket after battling testicular cancer, but Marco Jansen dismissed the Australian opener for a duck against South Africa.
Four individuals, including a woman, were arrested in Hardoi district for allegedly smuggling 14 kg of ganja in a luxury car. Police intercepted the vehicle during a checking operation and are now investigating the source and destination of the contraband.
The Indian government, through the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has issued an advisory to Meta, urging the social media giant to prevent its recommendation systems from disproportionately exposing users to limited narratives and to enhance checks on content that could incite public disorder or unlawful activity. The advisory, dated October 10, also calls for Meta to provide adequate context for content related to ongoing public events and to review its content-ranking mechanisms to avoid amplifying misleading information.
From Alia Bhatt-Ranbir Kapoor to Nazriya Nazim-Fahadh Faasil, these real-life celebrity couples have continued their romance on screen after marriage, giving us everything from crackling chemistry to intriguing cinematic collaborations.
A 52-year-old lawyer and college lab attendant, Satish Kumar Srivastava, was allegedly shot dead in Prayagraj by another advocate, Devendra Nath Mishra, on Thursday. The incident occurred during an altercation over a disputed Nazul land. Police have taken some individuals into custody and are investigating, with an FIR registered against Mishra and others.
IBM India and South Asia MD Sandip Patel states that technology, especially AI, should not be "artificially paused." He advocates for vigilance and proactive governance to foster innovation while addressing potential risks. Patel also highlights IBM's India-specific initiatives like Bharat Core and a sovereign AI stack, and discusses the impact of AI on jobs and global supply chains.
Delhi Police launched a massive crackdown to prevent a protest against the Chief Election Commissioner at Jantar Mantar, detaining CJP leaders Abhijeet Dipke, YouTuber Dhruv Rathee, and nearly 500 others. The city was turned into a fortress with extensive security, metro closures, and barricades. Opposition parties, including AAP and Congress, condemned the actions, calling the situation "worse than the Emergency."
Dr Nisha Pansare, fertility specialist at Nova IVF Fertility, explains why women should avoid desi Chinese, excessive caffeine and detox juices in order to have a safe and healthy pregnancy.