The Indian Air Force's Russian-origin IL-76MD heavy-lift transport aircraft made a historic landing at the Nyoma air base in eastern Ladakh, at an altitude of over 13,600 feet. This marks the highest-altitude landing for the aircraft globally, showcasing its capability and the crew's professionalism. The Nyoma air base, operationalised last November, is strategically significant and enhances India's airlift capabilities near the LAC with China.
Far-right activists, led by Jake Lang, stormed Diwali celebrations in Seattle, displaying racist placards and sparking widespread condemnation from US lawmakers and community leaders.
The Maharashtra Excise Department conducted two raids in Latur district, seizing illicit Goa-manufactured liquor and other materials valued at Rs 19.77 lakh. Cases have been registered under the Maharashtra Prohibition Act.
Lucknow police have arrested two individuals for allegedly smuggling cow meat. Seven sacks of meat, an Omni van, and equipment suspected of being used for illegal slaughter were seized. The arrests followed a tip-off, leading to the apprehension of Mohammad Faizul and later Mohammad Rizwan. A case has been registered under the Uttar Pradesh Prevention of Cow Slaughter Act, 1955.
A Delhi court has acquitted a man, his parents, and a relative of charges of dowry death and abetment of suicide in connection with the death of a 20-year-old woman. The court found that the prosecution failed to prove dowry-related cruelty or that the accused instigated her suicide beyond reasonable doubt.
Three individuals, including two teenagers, have been arrested in Jamshedpur for allegedly supplying SIM cards to cybercriminals. The accused reportedly obtained multiple SIM cards using KYC documents of illiterate customers, providing only one to the customer and selling the others to criminals.
The Bombay High Court on Thursday cancelled the bail previously granted to dismissed police officer Sachin Waze, an accused in the 2021 'Antilia' bomb scare case and the killing of businessman Mansukh Hiran. The court allowed the National Investigation Agency's (NIA) appeal, overturning a special court's decision that had granted Waze bail in September. Waze, booked under the UAPA, will remain in Thane Central Prison.
Indian men's hockey chief coach Craig Fulton emphasizes continental dominance as a crucial step towards global success, despite the team's disappointing World Cup record. Under his leadership since May 2023, India has secured back-to-back Asian Games gold medals and three successive Asian Champions Trophy titles, laying a strong foundation. Fulton aims to leverage early qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics to systematically plan and expose younger players to international competition, with a long-term goal of podium finishes.
AC Milan's Europa League aspirations were significantly hampered after a 2-0 home defeat to Ferencvaros, leaving them outside the playoff places. Meanwhile, Olympique de Marseille secured their first win, and Juventus edged past AZ Alkmaar.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that the film "Doosra" prima facie violated cricketer Sourav Ganguly's personality rights. While refusing to halt the film's theatrical screening, the court ordered filmmakers to add disclaimers and furnish a Rs 2 crore bank guarantee as security. The court noted that the film commercially exploited Ganguly's identity without authorisation, extending beyond mere depiction of historical events.
'You have made a film which is rage bait so that more people will watch it and get incited.'
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reiterated India's commitment to becoming the world's artificial intelligence (AI) application capital. This focus comes amidst a global downturn in AI stocks, with Vaishnaw acknowledging the industry's rapidly changing environment. India aims to deploy AI across various sectors for large-scale transformation.
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde and six others have been formally charged by a court in connection with a 2016 assault case. The incident involved an alleged altercation and assault on school teachers at a civic-run Urdu Medium school over a teacher's transfer. Tawde had previously faced fines for non-appearance in court.
Indian tennis stalwarts Mahesh Bhupathi and Sania Mirza have been elected to the All India Tennis Association (AITA) Executive Committee, further solidifying their roles as Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOM) representatives. Their election is seen as a significant step towards bringing positive change and greater player involvement in the administration of Indian tennis.
From a nostalgic TV detective to scene-stealing turns in Laapataa Ladies and Mirzapur: The Movie, we look at 10 performances that showcase Ravi Kishan's remarkable range.
Amidst swirling political developments in Maharashtra, speculation about a potential merger between the NCP and NCP-SP factions is intensifying, with key leaders hinting at significant realignments and leadership role clarifications.
Police in Beed, Maharashtra, have registered a case against two suspected Nepalese women for allegedly blackmailing a man with intimate video calls and extorting Rs 52 lakh. The victim claims the women used forged documents and might be part of a human trafficking syndicate.
The body of a 27-year-old man, Brijendra Singh, missing for six days, was recovered from a pit in Uttar Pradesh's Pratapgarh district. Police suspect he was murdered by two 'friends' over a love affair, with one accused already confessing to the crime.
The viral 'Clicky Ponting' amateur cricketer received a two-year cricket ban for allegedly deceiving umpires, while Saltburn Cricket Club was fined, relegated and docked 60 points.
A 32-year-old woman, Radhika Sawaiyan, was stabbed to death by unidentified assailants on Sunday night in Seraikela-Kharswan district, Jharkhand, while returning home from a weekly market. Police are investigating the murder to identify the attackers and determine the motive.
Police in Jharkhand's Khunti and Chatra districts have arrested two individuals in separate incidents, seizing a total of over 2 kg of opium with an estimated market value of more than Rs 10 lakh. One arrest was made during an anti-crime drive, while the other occurred during a vehicle-checking drive, with two accomplices managing to escape in the latter case.
Reigning World Chess Champion D Gukesh seeks divine blessings at the Tirumala temple as he prepares to defend his title against Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov.
Four individuals have been detained by police in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district following an alleged mosque vandalism incident. Officials have urged the public not to communalise the event and to avoid sharing unverified information. The incident involved stone-pelting during evening prayers on Sunday, causing minor damage.
The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached assets worth Rs 510 crore belonging to the Reliance Anil Ambani Group (RAAG) in connection with alleged bank fraud and money laundering cases involving Reliance Home Finance Limited, Reliance Commercial Finance Ltd., and Reliance Communication Ltd. The attached assets include aircraft, land parcels, windmills, and financial instruments.
Real Kashmir FC and Sreenidi Deccan FC played out a 1-1 draw in their Indian Football League match on Saturday. Thabiso Nelson Brown scored for Real Kashmir in the 19th minute, while David Castaneda Munoz equalised for Sreenidi Deccan in the 52nd minute. The result sees Sreenidi Deccan move to third, and Real Kashmir open their account in eighth position.
India's Vaishnavi Adkar and Rutuja Bhosale finished as runners-up in the WTA 250 Chennai Open women's doubles final, losing to the Swiss combination of Simona Waltert and Naima Karamoko. Despite the loss, their achievement marks a significant milestone for Indian women's tennis, being the first all-Indian pair to reach a WTA Tour-level doubles final. The singles final was postponed to Monday due to rain and Diwali fireworks.
Two individuals, including a 16-year-old boy, were burnt to death in Gujarat's Amreli district after their multi-utility vehicle was allegedly set on fire by two brothers following a financial dispute over vehicle repossession.
The Andhra Pradesh CID has successfully dismantled a transnational cryptocurrency investment fraud amounting to nearly Rs 15 crore, which targeted a woman from Tenali. The investigation involved tracing funds through multiple crypto wallets and international platforms, leading to the identification of eight accused and securing a court order for the return of the defrauded assets.
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham has received his first senior England call-up for the upcoming Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain, while Chelsea's Cole Palmer was omitted from the squad.
A Chennai court has granted the Central Crime Branch three days' custody of former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi in connection with an alleged private schools recognition scam. The police had sought five days to investigate the money trail in the multi-crore scam, and the court has set conditions for his medical examination and legal counsel's presence during interrogation.
Punjab Police have dismantled three illegal arms and drug supply networks in Amritsar, leading to the arrest of 11 individuals, including two juveniles. The operations resulted in the recovery of 12 pistols, two hand grenades, heroin, and live cartridges. Investigations suggest links to foreign-based handlers and gangsters using drones for consignments, with the accused involved in extortion.
Thane police have arrested a 28-year-old man and seized 1.3 kg of mephedrone (MD) powder, valued at Rs 40.68 lakh, from his possession. The arrest was made on October 30 in the Shil-Daighar area, and a case has been registered under the NDPS Act.
Temple, a wearable startup by Zomato co-founder Deepinder Goyal, is facing significant scientific scrutiny from doctors regarding its Rs 85,000 forehead-worn device. Critics question the evidence behind its claims of measuring brain blood flow and providing insights into ageing, with prominent hepatologist Cyriac Abby Philips calling it a "scam." Goyal has defended the technology, stating it's a fitness and wellness device, not medical, and that metrics await clinical validation, while also addressing pricing and scientific methodology.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has tasked opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot with forming the country's next government, marking a significant political setback for incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Eisenkot secured recommendations from 67 lawmakers, while Netanyahu received 46, highlighting a shift in parliamentary support.
Latur cyber police have arrested six individuals from Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, and Gurugram for allegedly defrauding a 66-year-old retired BSNL employee of Rs 28.51 lakh. The fraudsters used a 'digital arrest' tactic, posing as police, ATS, and ED officials, threatening the victim with false money laundering charges and public humiliation to coerce him into transferring funds.
Two individuals, including a truck driver accused of running over and killing an SHO in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas, were seriously injured in separate police encounters on Tuesday night. The driver, Gajendra alias Akku Rawat, and his accomplice, Dheeraj, both attempted to escape custody and fired at police before being shot in the leg during retaliatory action.
'I still remember when I gave three hits as a writer, back to back, Sanjay Gupta threw a party to celebrate me. He called the whole industry and the media. Which director throws a party for his writer?'
A woman, Aishwarya (21), has been arrested in connection with the murder of 17-year-old Abhiram in Thiruvananthapuram. She is accused of conspiring and helping the main accused, Umar Mufthar, evade arrest. Police allege she was aware of the murder plan and advised Mufthar on how to avoid detection. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala visited the victim's family and promised an impartial investigation, also raising concerns about juvenile involvement in serious crimes and potential amendments to the Juvenile Justice Act.
An Odisha land acquisition officer, Ajay Kumar Garanaik, was arrested by the Vigilance Directorate on Monday for allegedly demanding and accepting a Rs 5 lakh bribe from a landowner. The bribe was sought to release compensation for land acquired for the Sambalpur-Talcher doubling rail line project.
The mortal remains of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, whose murder last month sparked protests and a political controversy, were brought to his native Mansa for last rites on Sunday. His family had ended a 22-day agitation after meeting with Punjab government representatives, leading to a post-mortem. The murder, which occurred during a Facebook Live session, intensified political attacks on the Mann government over drug issues and law and order. The government has agreed to several family demands, including a CBI probe and compensation.
