A 52-year-old man was allegedly shot dead in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, due to a decades-old family rivalry. Police have detained a suspect and are investigating the incident.
Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has accused the West Bengal government of deliberately withholding central allocations for social welfare projects, including Ayushman Bharat and PM Awas Yojana, impacting millions of citizens. He also criticised the state's handling of farmer support and public distribution systems.
Suvendu Adhikari, Leader of the Opposition in West Bengal, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiatives for women's empowerment, citing the Swachh Bharat Mission and PM Awas Yojana. He also criticised the Trinamool Congress government's handling of food distribution and women's security in the state.
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Police in Beed, India, have arrested four individuals involved in trafficking a 21-year-old woman from Latur district. The woman was forced into multiple marriages, with the accused earning commissions from the arrangements. The investigation began after the victim attempted suicide due to the pressure of a fourth marriage.
The two policemen were injured by "hard and blunt instruments", while "two protesters with firearm injuries" were also brought to JPMC, the surgeon told Dawn.
Former RPF constable Chetansinh Chaudhary, accused of killing his senior and three passengers on a train in 2023, has applied for bail, citing 'borderline insanity' and blaming railway authorities for not assessing his mental state.
A 31-year-old YouTuber and garment trader was found dead in Delhi, prompting his family to allege foul play and stage a protest, demanding a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
Seven labourers died and four were injured in Gurugram after a soil collapse at a construction site. An inquiry has been launched amid allegations of inadequate safety measures.
A 32-year-old man died after allegedly being beaten by staff at a de-addiction centre in Surat, Gujarat, for refusing to take medication. Four staff members have been arrested and charged with murder.
Over the past week in Bangladesh, two Hindu men were killed in separate incidents while four people, including a priest, sustained injuries after a crude bomb went off inside a temple in the country.
A village sarpanch was shot dead in Punjab's Moga district, with police suspecting personal rivalry as the motive. This marks the third such killing in the state in recent months, raising concerns about law and order.
The body of a six-year-old boy was discovered in an under-construction building in Delhi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, with the family suspecting the mother's involvement due to an alleged extramarital affair.
At least six people, including four minors, drowned in separate incidents across Odisha while bathing after celebrating Holi, police reported.
A 35-year-old farmer in Uttar Pradesh was allegedly lynched after asking a biker to slow down near his fields during Holi celebrations. Six people have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Karnataka Chief Minister announces a ban on social media for children under 16 and increased measures to prevent drug abuse in schools, colleges, and universities, alongside investments in education infrastructure and mental health support.
Families of the two men killed in a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus accident in west Delhi allege rash driving and negligence, demanding justice and compensation.
24 Indian-flagged vessels with 677 Indian seafarers were currently located west of the Strait of Hormuz, and four vessels with 101 Indian seafarers were stationed east of the strategic waterway.
Delhi Police have arrested seven more people and apprehended a minor in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families in Uttam Nagar on Holi. The police are also warning against the spread of AI-generated misinformation about the incident.
Rakshit Tyagi, son of slain gangster Vikki Tyagi, and an associate were arrested in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, following a shootout with police. Illegal arms were seized from their possession.
The death of an undertrial prisoner in Buxar Central Jail, Bihar, led to protests by family members and locals alleging foul play. The prisoner, Rajendra Kumar Singh, was lodged in jail for allegedly selling liquor. Relatives claimed there were injury marks on his body and alleged he was beaten to death, prompting demands for an investigation and action against jail officials.
A 55-year-old man was allegedly killed and his two sons injured after an attack related to a dispute over the poisoning of goats in Jharkhand's Garhwa district.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticised the West Bengal government over law and order and accused the TMC of sheltering infiltrators and manipulating demographics.
A woman and her sister-in-law were found hanging in a forest nursery in Bikaner, Rajasthan, with initial investigations suggesting a domestic dispute as the cause.
A 22-year-old man in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 5-year-old cousin to 'teach the boy's mother a lesson' due to frequent disputes with her husband.
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Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh announce ban social media for teens, sparking debate about its effectiveness, impact on education, and implications for advertisers targeting young audiences.
The Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) has welcomed the Karnataka Budget 2026-27, highlighting its focus on economic growth, support for MSMEs, and infrastructure development. Industry leaders have expressed optimism about the budget's potential to boost manufacturing, create jobs, and drive innovation in the state.
The Supreme Court of India has allowed passive euthanasia for a 32-year-old man who has been in a permanent vegetative state since 2013, highlighting the legal and ethical considerations surrounding the right to die with dignity.
A forest department patrol team in the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve was allegedly attacked by suspected timber smugglers and villagers, resulting in injuries to five forest officials. Villagers have accused the forest department team of assault.
Seven people have been apprehended in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man following a clash between two families in Delhi's Uttam Nagar during Holi celebrations. The incident, stemming from long-standing disputes, led to protests and heightened tensions in the area.
A 62-year-old tribal woman was allegedly killed by a villager in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district who suspected her of practicing witchcraft.
Five kittens died at a housing complex in Thane, India, allegedly due to poisoned food. Police have registered a case under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and are investigating.
A woman is in critical condition after her two daughters were found dead in their Malviya Nagar residence. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths, including the possibility of a suicide attempt by the mother.
A Delhi court acquitted three men accused of a 2015 murder, citing material inconsistencies in the prosecution's case and unreliable witness testimonies.
Police in Delhi have apprehended seven individuals, including a minor, following the death of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families in Uttam Nagar during Holi celebrations. The incident sparked tensions and protests in the area.
A dispute over dog walking in a Bengaluru apartment complex escalated into a physical altercation, with both a pet owner and a group of senior citizens filing assault complaints.
A man in Mathura, India, allegedly shot and killed his sister's lover due to his disapproval of their relationship. The sister attempted suicide upon learning of her lover's death and is in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident as a possible honour killing.
A man in Mathura, India, allegedly shot and killed his sister's lover due to his disapproval of their relationship. The sister attempted suicide upon learning of her lover's death and is in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident as a possible honour killing.
A man wanted in several criminal cases was arrested in Patna after a brief exchange of fire with police.
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