The Natural History Museum's 62nd Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has announced its winners, showcasing breathtaking images from around the globe. The winning photographs capture diverse aspects of the natural world, from animal behaviour and environmental issues to intricate details of plants and fungi, highlighting the planet's beauty and fragility.
The Supreme Court advised actor Rajpal Yadav to make good movies and entertain people to rebuild his image, as it acknowledged his payment of Rs 1.15 crore in a long-running cheque-bounce case. The court also noted a prospective buyer for his property willing to deposit Rs 85 lakh. Yadav expressed financial losses from his film 'Ata Pata Laapata' and the impact on his career.
The Vivo V80 brings together a high-resolution AMOLED display, Zeiss-powered cameras and a large 7,200 mAh battery, making it a feature-packed option in the premium smartphone segment.
The Women's Golf Association of India (WGAI) is advocating for increased government support and improved grassroots infrastructure to make golf more accessible to young players in India. WGAI president Kavita Singh and Hero MotoCorp executive vice-president Sanjay Bhan challenged the perception of golf as an elitist sport, highlighting the need for public facilities and resources to foster talent and change mindsets. They stressed that government intervention is crucial for developing the sport and creating career opportunities beyond playing.
As younger generations grow up without personal memories of 9/11, the 25th anniversary serves as a powerful reminder of loss, resilience, bravery and America's enduring promise to never forget.
Ladakh can be as tiring as it is fascinating -- it's not just the high altitude that takes the breath away, but the beauty in every turn of the road.
From richly embroidered ghararas to statement silk saris, Rakul Preet Singh has a festive wardrobe that deserves a spot on your mood board.
Jammu Police arrested a man with a pistol, a magazine, and two live rounds in the Bishnah area. An investigation is ongoing to determine the weapon's source and any criminal connections.
Kolkata police arrested 592 people and seized 238.6 kg of banned firecrackers on Kali Puja night. Arrests were made for bursting banned crackers, disorderly conduct, and various traffic violations, including helmet offences, rash driving, and drunken driving.
A college principal and lecturer in Hyderabad were arrested for allegedly abetting the suicide of a 20-year-old hotel management student. The student took his own life after his phone, confiscated for allegedly creating a morphed AI image of the lecturer, was not returned for a week despite his apologies, leading him to feel insulted and upset.
An 11-year-old boy has been detained in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly sexually assaulting a three-and-a-half-year-old child. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, and a case has been registered under the POCSO Act based on the victim's mother's complaint.
Delhi Police arrested three Nigerian nationals in Dwarka for allegedly overstaying in India without valid documents. They were identified as Bartholomew Uwaebuka Iloegbunem, Konan Okocha alias Konan Brice Kousaai, and Ndubuisi Charles Nwabufor, and have been sent to a detention centre.
New photographic evidence and a Pentagon inspector general's report confirm extensive damage to US military installations across the Middle East due to Iranian missile and drone strikes. The report details billions in financial costs, structural losses to hundreds of buildings, and damage to dozens of aircraft, contradicting previous assertions about US military readiness and ordnance stockpiles. The conflict also led to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global oil prices.
Former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara, Ravindra Jadeja, Yuzvendra Chahal, Suresh Raina and Irfan Pathan share Diwali greetings with fans on social media.
A young doctor, Abhijit Sarkar, was found dead in his hostel room in Kolkata, with police reporting he had posted a cryptic WhatsApp status. His family has rejected suicide, filing a police complaint alleging murder and citing his recent social media posts about feeling unsafe. An investigation is underway, examining his phone and awaiting the post-mortem report.
A police constable was killed in an explosion in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Sunday. The remote-controlled bomb targeted Constable Qayyum Khan in Shangla district. No group has claimed responsibility, and a search operation is underway. The region has a history of militant violence, with Pakistan often blaming the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan.
A violent clash erupted in Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday over cemetery land, injuring 26 people. The dispute involved stone-pelting, stick assaults, and reported "sounds of firing" between two groups. Police have booked 39 individuals following complaints from both sides.
A 21-year-old petrol pump employee in Lucknow was injured after being dragged by a car whose occupants allegedly drove off without paying for Rs 4,000 worth of fuel. Police have registered a case and formed three teams to identify and arrest the suspects using CCTV footage.
Police in Srinagar have arrested Junaid Ahmad Band, son of a retired deputy superintendent of police, for allegedly brandishing an AK-47 rifle to threaten a neighbour. The incident came to light via a social media post, and an FIR has been registered. Investigations are ongoing into the role of the PSO whose official weapon was allegedly used.
Three train passengers were arrested on Saturday night in Jhansi for allegedly assaulting an on-duty Train Ticket Examiner (TTE) and damaging his Hand-Held Terminal (HHT). The incident occurred after the TTE intervened to resolve a dispute in a coach, leading to a 54-minute delay for the Ahmedabad-Asansol train.
An SSB jawan, Manjeet Kumar, allegedly died by suicide using his service rifle at a border outpost in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred on Saturday, and preliminary information suggests he was distressed after his elder brother's death two and a half months ago.
A 58-year-old man in Latur, Maharashtra, allegedly strangled his seven-year-old son to death, fearing the child from his second marriage would claim a share in his property. The decomposed body was found in a drain on Sunday, and the father confessed after being confronted with CCTV evidence.
Police in Aluva, Kochi, have arrested a 21-year-old man, Alex Robin, for allegedly sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl during a Halloween party at a resort. The incident came to light after parents discovered liquor being served at the party, which was initially believed to be an all-girls gathering. An investigation is ongoing, including into the illegal serving of alcohol.
A software engineer in Kolkata was allegedly hacked to death by his live-in partner following a quarrel at his rented accommodation. Police have arrested the accused woman and her mother in connection with the incident. The couple reportedly had an altercation on Saturday night, leading to the fatal attack.
Two individuals were arrested in Bihar's East Champaran district for cyber fraud and alleged connections to Pakistani contacts, following a raid that uncovered suspicious mobile communications and financial transactions.
An ex-serviceman was allegedly stabbed to death by his wife in Ahmedabad's Naroda area following a domestic dispute. The accused, Nirmala Kharadi, was apprehended by police shortly after the incident.
An absconding accused, Mohin Jaiswal, involved in the November 2 killing of a police station in-charge in Madhya Pradesh during an anti-liquor smuggling operation, has died of a suspected brain stroke in Gujarat. The police officer, Dilip Puri, was run over by a truck carrying illicit liquor. Mohin Jaiswal reportedly had a 30% stake in the illicit liquor business, and five other accused have been arrested.
Police in Hoshiarpur have arrested two individuals in connection with the September shooting of a cloth shop owner in Mahilpur. A .30-bore pistol and ammunition were recovered from one of the accused. The victim sustained life-threatening injuries in the incident.
Four police personnel, including a female constable, were injured when a group of people attacked a police team raiding premises involved in illegal liquor trade and gambling in Bihar's Lakhisarai district on Sunday. An FIR has been registered against 19 named accused and 20-25 unidentified individuals, with 12 arrests made so far.
Jharkhand police have seized a total of 441 kg of ganja worth Rs 2.2 crore in two separate operations. In Garhwa, 426 kg of ganja was found in a truck, while the RPF arrested four interstate drug peddlers with 15 kg of ganja at Tatisilway Railway station.
A man was allegedly stabbed to death by his roommate in Palghar district, Maharashtra, following an argument over kitchen chores. The accused has been apprehended, and a murder case registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Rabia Ahsan, a Pakistani anchorperson, was found shot dead at her home in Rawalpindi on Sunday. Police have taken her husband into custody and seized the suspected weapon, launching an investigation. First Lady Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari condemned the violence and called for a transparent inquiry, also noting a disturbing pattern of such killings in the area.
A 32-year-old man in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh, was arrested for allegedly killing his elder brother during an argument about caring for their ailing mother. The accused bludgeoned his brother with a stick, buried the body in a pit behind their house, and threatened family children to keep silent. Police exhumed the body after relatives reported suspicions, leading to the arrest.
Two teenagers were fatally stabbed in separate incidents in north and northeast Delhi just before Diwali. One 16-year-old was killed resisting a mobile phone snatching attempt in Wazirabad, while a 19-year-old died in Nand Nagri due to a dispute linked to personal enmity. Police are investigating both cases, collecting evidence, and questioning suspects.
A 37-year-old man in Pune was defrauded of Rs 3.49 lakh after clicking on a fake link for a traffic violation fine. The incident, which occurred between October 16 and 26, involved unauthorised withdrawals from his bank account. Police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Information Technology Act, with investigations ongoing.
An unidentified man has been booked by Pune police for making a false bomb threat call to emergency helpline 112 regarding the Pune international airport on November 5. A probe confirmed the information was false, and a case has been registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for endangering public safety and disturbing peace.
With bouncer at the back seat, Sachin Tendulkar posted a video
Beed Police's Local Crime Branch arrested Karan Durga Bhatnagar, a 42-year-old history-sheeter from Indore, Madhya Pradesh, on Saturday. He was found in possession of a country-made pistol and two live rounds. Bhatnagar has a criminal record, including an alleged attempt to murder case in 2020 and an Arms Act case in 2021. A new case under the Arms Act has been registered against him.
Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested four alleged drug peddlers in Anantnag and Kupwara districts on Sunday. Authorities recovered heroin and charas from their possession during separate naka checking operations. Cases have been registered under the NDPS Act, and investigations are ongoing to trace the forward and backward linkages of the drug trafficking network.
A final-year MBBS student in Nagpur lost Rs 12.33 lakh after falling victim to an online Ludo game scam. The student was lured by promises of high returns from an app called 'Try Players', initially making small profits before investing a large sum and subsequently suffering continuous losses. He later discovered the game was rigged and was blocked by the fraudsters. Police have registered a case under the Information Technology Act.
