A group of Indian sailors recount their harrowing experience of being detained in Iran on suspicion of smuggling, and their subsequent escape from the country as regional tensions escalated into open conflict.
Defending champions India look to do something they have never done in World Cups and retain the trophy.
A dispute over music at a club in Faridabad escalated into a violent scuffle, with allegations of assault and theft.
'Now when I see the forest, I don't just see trees -- I see a home that we must protect.'
The Chhattisgarh government is shifting its focus to the development of the Bastar region after claiming the elimination of armed Naxalism. The plan includes preserving tribal culture, creating economic opportunities for youth, and strengthening the economy through forest produce and women-led self-help groups.
Four astronauts from NASA's Artemis II mission have safely returned to Earth after completing a historic flyby of the moon, marking the first human journey to the moon in over 50 years.
In this new series on modern marriages, Payal* tells Divya Nair how she coped with the unexpected challenges that followed her impulsive marriage to her best friend.
India's Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie against Thailand is hanging in the balance after rain interrupted play. Vaishnavi Adkar lost her debut match, while Sahaja Yamlapalli's match was suspended.
UK police continue their investigation into allegations of misconduct in public office against Prince Andrew, including searching his former home at Royal Lodge. The investigation follows the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein and focuses on potential breaches during Andrew's time as UK Trade Envoy.
Police in Manipur have arrested three suspected members of a proscribed outfit in connection with a bomb blast in Bishnupur district that resulted in the deaths of two children. The arrests were made in Churachandpur district, and arms and ammunition were seized.
A man in Ghaziabad was allegedly murdered by his father-in-law and others following a marital dispute with his wife. The inter-faith marriage had been facing strains, leading to the wife's return to her maternal home. Two arrests have been made, and police are investigating the case.
Every week, hundreds of people line up to fill a plastic container with food in an unlikely place: the humble home where Argentine soccer legend Diego Armando Maradona was born.
A 17-year-old boy died and another was injured after a stabbing incident at a wedding in Delhi's Rani Bagh area, triggered by a dispute over food arrangements.
Despite recent share price dips, Bharti Airtel is strategically positioned for growth, driven by investments in data centres via Nxtra, a potential tariff hike, and strong performance in Africa, alongside efforts to deleverage and expand its subscriber base in underpenetrated rural markets.
Ryan Williams scored on his India debut as the home side defeated Hong Kong 2-1 in an Asian Cup qualifying match. Akash Mishra added another goal for India, while Everton Camargo scored for Hong Kong.
Italy coach John Davison hopes his team's maiden T20 World Cup win will grab front-page headlines back home and boost cricket's growth in the country.
Italy's World Cup drought continues after a playoff loss to Bosnia, while the Czech Republic and Sweden secured their spots in the tournament with dramatic victories over Denmark and Poland, respectively.
Jammu and Kashmir's Auqib Nabi reveals Dale Steyn's influence on his fast bowling career and his aspirations to play for India, while Irfan Pathan highlights Nabi's unique bowling skills.
A wedding celebration in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, turned violent after guests, upset at not being served liquor, allegedly assaulted the bride, groom, and their family members, leading to injuries and theft.
With Income Tax Act 2025 in force, your tax choice can quietly cost you big money if you're not paying attention. Ramalingam Kalirajan explains how
'Nearly 80 of 85 JD-U MLAs are not in favour of a CM from the BJP.'
Puducherry witnessed a historic voter turnout of 89.87% in the recent Assembly elections, the highest since 1964. The election saw a contest between the NDA and Congress-led bloc, with other parties also vying for influence. Polling was largely peaceful, with a minor clash reported.
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.
Australian-born striker Ryan Williams describes his emotions after scoring on his India debut in an Asian Cup qualifying match against Hong Kong.
A 17-year-old boy was killed and another injured after attempting to break up a fight at a wedding in Delhi. Police have apprehended five people in connection with the incident.
A wedding celebration in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, turned violent after guests, upset at not being served liquor, allegedly assaulted the bride, groom, and their family members. The incident occurred in Patai village, with the accused also allegedly stealing household items and money.
The Delhi government's 2026-27 budget prioritises social welfare, introducing the 'Vayo Anand' scheme for senior citizens' recreational activities and constructing an integrated complex for children in juvenile reform homes.
The Indian U20 men's team played out a 1-1 draw against Bangladesh in their second match of the SAFF U20 Championship 2026, securing their place as Group B toppers and advancing to the semi-finals.
The core issues to be settled -- access to Hormuz, Israel's aggression in Lebanon, the question of Iran's nuclear programme, sanctions relief and compensation -- are thorny enough to require weeks of patient negotiation. The most likely outcome of the opening sessions is that both sides take the measure of each other, establish what is and is not negotiable, and return home without having broken anything. That would count as progress.
Police in West Bengal have arrested 17 people, including an Indian Secular Front (ISF) candidate, in connection with the alleged confinement of judicial officials during a protest over voter list deletions in Malda district.
Mitchell Marsh praises Rishabh Pant's leadership and the positive environment within the Lucknow Super Giants, highlighting the team's focus on consistency and adaptability.
In 2026, after 17 years in professional cricket, his dream came true, but with a strange twist of fate. He appeared in the Twenty20 World Cup in the country of his birth, but wearing a Canadian jersey.
Aryaman Vikram Birla transitions from a promising cricket career to owning the Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL team.
Deniz Undav scored a late goal to secure a 2-1 victory for Germany against Ghana in a friendly match, enhancing his chances of being selected for the World Cup squad.
India U20 secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Pakistan in their opening Group B match of the SAFF U20 Championship, earning them a semifinal berth. Omang Dodum scored a brace, while Vishal Yadav added another goal for the Blue Colts.
Kosovo, Italy, Czech Republic, and Bosnia and Herzegovina have advanced to the World Cup playoff finals after securing victories in their respective semi-final matches. Thrilling encounters saw underdog triumphs and penalty shootout drama.
Indian golfer Karandeep Kochhar slipped to Tied-4th after the third round of the International Series Japan, while Korea's Hongtaek Kim maintained his lead.
A group of eleven women were booked for allegedly creating a nuisance and disturbing other passengers on the Bengaluru metro by singing loudly. The incident occurred on March 15th, leading to delays and inconvenience for fellow commuters.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has strongly criticised the Congress party for making what he claims are unverified allegations against him and his family, including accusations of undeclared assets and multiple passports held by his wife. Sarma has vowed to pursue legal action against Congress leaders, including Pawan Khera, and has accused them of spreading misinformation.
The USS Tripoli, carrying around 3,500 US Marines, has entered the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility, marking the deployment of one of America's largest amphibious assault ships into an active combat theatre in West Asia amid the ongoing conflict.
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