The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has requested a special PMLA court in Mumbai to issue a production warrant against Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman-cum-astrologer, who is accused of rape and fraud and is currently in police custody in Nashik district, in connection with a money laundering case.
John Abraham's 1986 film Amma Ariyan, now heading to the 2026 Cannes film festival, remains one of Malayalam cinema's most politically charged and unsettling masterpieces.
IPL 2026 Week 6 featured Rohit Sharma's explosive return, Urvil Patel's record-equalling fifty, Finn Allen's maiden IPL ton and Rashid Khan's brilliant comeback spell.
The Bombay High Court has denied bail to retired DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar, arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information with a Pakistani intelligence operative, citing the passing of vital information during intimate chats and the potential to influence witnesses.
A man escaped unhurt after being shot at while driving on National Highway 44 near Phagwara. Police are investigating a possible connection to a previous drug case.
Akshay Kumar, joined by his mother-in-law Dimple Kapadia, sought divine blessings at the Shri Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain, praying for national prosperity and family well-being.
A 35-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding over 500 women across India of more than Rs 2 crore through fake social media and dating app profiles.
Khalin Joshi wins the Andhra Open Golf Championship, marking his seventh professional title with a dominant performance. Akshay Sharma finishes runner-up after a course-record final round.
Two men have been sentenced to life imprisonment for the robbery and murder of a taxi driver in Gurugram, while a third man received a three-year sentence for providing the weapon used in the crime.
Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies like Dabur India and Marico anticipate high single-digit growth in Q4FY26, driven by strong domestic demand in India, which is helping to offset the negative impact of geopolitical conflicts in West Asia on their international businesses.
Will Samantha star with Salman Khan in her husband Raj Nidimoru's proposed film that begins shooting at the year-end?
Chef Zubin D'Souza offers a simple, spicy, sexy way to serve luscious strawberries, which are just coming into season. He calls it Beriyon K Thal!
Devotees at Madurai's Sri Maha Periyava Temple offered special prayers and rituals seeking India's victory ahead of the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand in Ahmedabad.
Police in Rajkot, Gujarat, have arrested three individuals in connection with the abduction and murder of a 32-year-old Dalit man, Bhavesh Vanvi. The arrests follow protests by the Scheduled Caste community demanding justice for Vanvi's death.
A man in Meerut, India, allegedly staged the kidnapping of his 15-year-old son and demanded a ransom to pay off debts accumulated through online gaming. He has been arrested and the boy is safe.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut alleges that several Maharashtra ministers and government officials have been honey trapped, a claim refuted by BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule, who challenged Raut to provide evidence.
Four teams, including UP Prometheans and Rajasthan Regals, are in contention to reach the finals of the DP World PGTI's 72 The League after the fourth round at the Classic Golf & Country Club. The final round promises intense competition as teams vie for the top two spots.
A popular resort in Mumbai is under investigation after a joint raid by Customs and forest department officials revealed the alleged unauthorized possession of exotic animals, including marmoset monkeys and macaw parrots.
Many of our dishes need a dash of sweetness. Choose recipes that opt for honey as the sweetener, to add more honey to your diet.
Maha Shivratri, one of India's most revered Hindu festivals, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and celebrated with deep devotion across the country.
Not every fashion girl wants sequins, cutouts and thigh-high slits. Some of us just want clothes that feel like us. And that's exactly why Divya Pillai's style is such a breath of fresh air.
India has fully protected its sensitive sectors like dairy, rice, wheat, pulses, tea, genetically modified (GM) goods, and coffee by not granting any import duty concessions to the European Union (EU) under the bilateral free trade agreement, according to the Commerce Ministry.
Karnataka Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi has claimed that two unsuccessful "honey trap" attempts were made on a senior minister in the state. He has called for a police investigation into the matter, condemning the incident as a tactic used for political gains. Jarkiholi said that the concerned minister should file a complaint, allowing the police to investigate and bring those responsible to justice. Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar also backed the call for a police complaint, while former BJP minister V Sunil Kumar had earlier raised the issue in the assembly, accusing the Congress government of running a "honey-trap factory."
When one of the most adored voices of India decided to hang up his boots as far as playback singing is concerned, fans and fraternity went in a tizzy. Sukanya Verma tells you why.
On the eve of Saraswati Puja, devotees traditionally prepare a yellow-coloured prasad for the Goddess of Knowledge. The offering can vary from Kolkata's Bhoger Khichuri to Motichoor Ladoos -- each region having their own sacred bhog, but always something yellow, the goddess' fave rang.
Farhan Akhtar held the doors open for *everyone* at the special screening of his new film, 120 Bahadur.
This sweet that uses edible gum and nuts is a winter favourite.
Singh, who worked in a factory in Alwar, was known locally as a 'Siddh Purush' and often participated in religious events. This allowed him to build rapport with defence personnel and civilians alike, the officials said.
How the world dines on Christmas.
After Singer and Rapper Honey Singh's show concluded on Saturday, the Indore Municipal Corporation seized the concert goods over alleged entertainment tax evasion.
A complaint was filed against Salman Khan in the Kota consumer court, alleging that advertisements for a pan masala brand endorsed by him were 'misleading'.
India's shopping carts on Blinkit turned into quiet storytellers this year.
Dabur's business update for Q3FY26 indicated mid-single digit consolidated revenue growth. The guidance is that growth in operating and net profits will beat revenue growth. In the domestic business, home and personal care (HPC) revenue grew in double digits, while healthcare is likely to post a sequential growth in low-single digits.
The wedding took place on Monday morning at the Ling Bhairavi temple in Coimbatore.
It is difficult to make conveyor belt and baggage-scanning scenes thrilling -- which is how most people trying to sneak out through the Green Channel are caught -- but Neeraj Pandey and co-director Raghav M Jairath and co-writer Vipul K Rawal make sure there is enough going on to make the series watchable, raves Deepa Gahlot.
India has protected the interest of domestic farmers and MSMEs by not extending any duty concessions on products across several sectors, including agricultural items such as dairy, as well as chocolates, gold, silver, jewellery, footwear, and sports goods, under the trade pact with Oman.
While some of them were excellent, most were passable. But many were far superior to the theatrical releases.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu made a pretty bride next to Raj Nidimoru, in the pictures she posted on Instagram.
Dr Aarti Ullal, physician and diabetologist at the Gleneagles Hospital, explains why refrigerating certain foods can do more harm than good.
The court, however, found six others, including prime accused Sunil N S alias Pulsar Suni, who directly committed the crime, guilty.
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