A Mumbai sessions court denied anticipatory bail to alleged gangster Kumar Krushna Pillai, currently residing in Hong Kong, in a 2007 murder and attempt to murder case, citing the gravity of accusations and the need for custodial interrogation.
Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu secured her second title of the season by winning the Hylo Open Super 500 tournament in straight games against Denmark's Line Hojmark Kjrsfeldt. Sindhu displayed superior control and stroke-play, winning 21-12, 21-14 in the final, earning 9200 ranking points and staying on track for the season-ending World Tour Finals.
Police in Lohardaga, Jharkhand, arrested eight inter-district drug peddlers and seized 98 grams of brown sugar worth Rs 20 lakh. The arrests were made during a raid on an under-construction house, and an SUV was also confiscated. An FIR has been registered under the NDPS Act.
A dispute over a tractor-trolley brushing against a young man escalated into a violent clash between two groups in Kheda Hatana village, Baghpat district, on Saturday. The incident involved stone-throwing and gunfire, resulting in seven injuries, including one gunshot wound. Police have registered a case and deployed personnel to the village.
Police in Latur, Maharashtra, have busted an alleged prostitution racket, arresting two individuals and rescuing a 21-year-old woman. The operation involved a decoy customer, leading to a raid where the victim revealed she was forced into the illegal activity. A case has been registered under relevant laws.
The Supreme Court on Friday reaffirmed its March 11 verdict, stating that a parent's salary or income from PSU or private sector employment cannot be the sole factor for creamy-layer exclusion for OBCs. The court also rejected the Centre's plea for prospective application of the judgment, clarifying that it applies to the parties involved and will not reopen concluded selections or promotions.
Three individuals have been arrested in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar district following raids that uncovered over 22,000 litres of suspected adulterated ghee, valued at approximately Rs 1.60 crore. The seizures were made from two firms as part of a statewide campaign against food adulteration ahead of Diwali, with police suspecting repackaging of expired ghee and use of palm oil.
Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan paid an emotional tribute to football legend Cristiano Ronaldo as the Portuguese star announced his farewell to the national team. Satheesan highlighted Ronaldo's inspiring legacy of hard work and determination, particularly for football lovers in Kerala, and acknowledged his impact on millions of young minds.
The body of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, who was shot dead on October 13, has been moved to PGIMER for post-mortem after his family ended a 22-day agitation. The family's protest concluded following a meeting with Punjab government representatives, who agreed to several demands including compensation, a job for Jhota's wife, and the release of arrested protesters.
The Supreme Court has highlighted the need to adapt laws to changing demographic realities, stating that laws penalising more than two children have lost relevance due to declining fertility rates. The court referred a case challenging such a disqualification to a larger bench, emphasising the importance of guarding against irreversible fertility decline and considering reproductive autonomy in the context of electoral participation.
Katon Moyong, an engineer-turned-activist known as 'Abor Man', has rejected the Arunachal Pradesh government's offer for talks regarding the proposed 11,200-MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project. Moyong, who was recently detained for protesting the project, dismissed the government's national security argument as a tactic to overcome public resistance. The Adi community opposes the dam due to concerns over displacement, submergence of ancestral lands, and cultural impact, while the government cites water management and national security, particularly concerning China's upstream dam plans. Moyong alleges political motivation behind the project and calls for tribal unity against it.
Seven individuals, including a man, have been arrested in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district for the alleged murder of his mother and sister over a land dispute. The victims' bodies were reportedly burnt and buried in a cave.
A church inauguration in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district was allegedly disrupted by a group of 30-35 people who vandalised the premises, attacked priests and devotees, and smashed mobile phones. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, has led to a police investigation and condemnation from the Bangiya Christiya Pariseba, which called it an attempt to intimidate the minority community.
Police in Ludhiana have arrested Sandeep Singh in connection with a staged firing incident at Gurdwara Gopalsar Sahib. The event was allegedly orchestrated by Baba Amarjit Singh of the gurdwara to obtain police protection. Sandeep Singh fired two rounds and dropped a threatening letter on October 27, using an illegal weapon. Police are now searching for Baba Amarjit Singh.
Ghanakanta Gogoi, the accused in the Guwahati hotel firing that killed five, was taken to Hotel Bilas Inn for crime scene recreation on Monday morning. Police used dummies and videographed the process as Gogoi demonstrated the events of the October 26 shooting, which stemmed from a dispute over hotel management.
The Supreme Court of India has strongly condemned custodial violence as one of the worst forms of human rights violations, acknowledging it as an unfortunate reality in the country. The court clarified that the 24-hour constitutional deadline for producing an arrested person before a magistrate begins from the moment of detention, not formal arrest. This ruling aims to curb police abuse and ensure judicial oversight, referencing past cases like the Bhagalpur blindings and DK Basu guidelines.
Former Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has clarified his recent remarks on the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, stating that he believes responsibility should have been taken collectively by the team. He explained that his "all of us" comment was about collective accountability, not implicating specific players. Khawaja detailed his past attempts to encourage collective responsibility, including discussions with Steve Smith, Justin Langer, and Todd Greenberg, and why he remained silent for four years. He emphasised that Smith, David Warner, and Cameron Bancroft unfairly bore the brunt of the consequences, and his recent statements were not for book sales but to seek justice for his childhood friend Warner and the other two players.
Delhi Police has filed a chargesheet under the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against alleged Irani gang chief Nasir Hafiz Khan and two associates. The gang is accused of robberies, cheating, and other offences across multiple states, with Khan having 46 criminal cases against him. The MCOCA case stems from a robbery reported in October 2025, and investigations revealed an organised network using fake identities and routing crime proceeds.
A three-storey building under construction in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar area collapsed, killing two people and injuring four, with more feared trapped. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has ordered an inquiry and the immediate suspension of the concerned junior and assistant engineers.
Kimi Antonelli, at just 20 years and 68 days old, has become Formula One's youngest world champion, securing the title with a third-place finish for Mercedes in a dramatic Mexico City Grand Prix won by Red Bull's Max Verstappen.
A new study reveals significant disparities in the return on investment (ROI) of COVID-19 vaccines across countries, with high-income nations reaping far greater economic and health benefits than low- and middle-income countries. While the global investment in vaccine development and delivery was USD 79.4 billion, the benefits ranged from USD 6.43 trillion to USD 64.3 trillion, showing a massive overall ROI. However, early access and faster rollouts in wealthier nations led to disproportionate gains.
A Delhi court has summoned the Tihar Jail superintendent to explain measures taken for the safety of Aaftab Amin Poonawala, accused in the Shraddha Walkar murder case. Poonawala claims he is still receiving threats from fellow inmates despite previous court orders for his protection.
The Delhi government is organising a drone show at Central Park, Connaught Place, for Diwali this year. The show, expected to depict episodes from the Ramayana, will be a major attraction and a technology-driven alternative to traditional celebrations. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is slated to lead the festivities, which are planned for November 6 and 7.
Kolkata Police have summoned Avery Sen, daughter of former West Bengal minister Indranil Sen, for questioning in connection with the Durga Puja preview pass scam and the alleged unauthorised use of the UNESCO name and logo. This follows the arrest of Indranil Sen and the questioning of his wife, Madhuchhanda Sen, as investigators trace financial transactions linked to the case.
Unfancied Tripura secured a stunning 133-run victory over former champions Saurashtra in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match, marking their first win of the season and a historic moment for the team.
Jio Platforms, the digital services powerhouse backed by Reliance Industries, made a spectacular stock market debut on Thursday morning.
Uttar Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir secured three points each in their respective Ranji Trophy Group A matches against Baroda and Puducherry, both ending in draws. UP gained a first-innings lead over Baroda, while J&K did the same against Puducherry, impacting their group standings.
New Zealand opener Devon Conway has been ruled out of the first One-Day International against India after sustaining a head injury during a training session collision with fast bowler Matt Henry.
Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi has alleged "great damage" to India's fabric, democracy, and institutions over the last 12 years, expressing optimism for a return to proper governance. In an interview, she also discussed the resilience of the Congress party against challenges and provided insights into her upcoming memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', which covers her personal life and political journey.
The Delhi High Court has expressed concern over the tendency to implicate husband's relatives in matrimonial disputes with sweeping allegations of cruelty. The court also stressed the importance of timely support from a woman's family when she reports marital violence, stating that her concerns should not be dismissed and her return home should not be seen as shameful. These observations were made while discharging a husband from cruelty and abetment to suicide charges in a 2018 case.
Delhi Police have busted a large-scale counterfeit Rs 20 coin manufacturing and supply racket, arresting four individuals including the alleged kingpin. The operation led to the recovery of fake coins worth Rs 1 lakh and the dismantling of a manufacturing unit being shifted from Haryana to Uttar Pradesh. Further investigations are ongoing to identify other members of the network.
Indian shuttler Tanvi Patri has made history by becoming the first Indian woman to reach the badminton semifinals at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar. The 15-year-old defeated Thailand's Kungkaew Kakanik and will now face Japan's Yuzuno Watanabe in the last four.
The US Treasury Department has sanctioned a Chandigarh-based couple, Suniel Kumar Sharma and Jaspreet Preeti Shahid, and their network of companies. They are accused of providing false flags and certifications to support Iran's shadow fleet, enabling the transport of petroleum and evasion of international restrictions. Their operations involved defrauding maritime regulatory administrations and establishing fraudulent flagging registries across multiple jurisdictions.
Mohammed Shami retired from Test cricket after a 13-year career, finishing with 229 wickets in 64 matches, six five-wicket hauls and a legacy built on reverse swing.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog stated on Thursday evening that it is unclear who has the ability to form a government, despite Gadi Eisenkot receiving 67 recommendations and Benjamin Netanyahu 46. This uncertainty stems from mutual vetoes between and within political blocs, particularly concerning the inclusion of Arab parties due to their stance on Hamas. Herzog plans to hold personal talks with party leaders before tasking someone on Sunday.
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that a divorce decree granted by a foreign court based on the 'irretrievable breakdown of marriage' is not legally valid in India. This observation was made while dismissing a man's plea to quash bigamy charges, as his second marriage, contracted after a UK divorce, was deemed invalid due to the non-recognition of the foreign decree. The court emphasised that such foreign decrees contravene existing Indian matrimonial law.
Tenerife have mourned the death of striker Jesus de Miguel, 30, after he suffered a cardiac arrest following an on-field collision against FC Andorra.
rediffGURU Archana Deshpande advises a young reader to turn feelings of low confidence into inspiration and use them to identify and work towards what you want in your life and relationship.
A 17-year-old boy, Abhiram, was found dead, stuffed in a sack among banana plants in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday, after being reported missing on Sunday. Police suspect the murder is connected to a relationship, with several persons, including minors, taken into custody for questioning. The family seeks answers regarding the circumstances of his death.
Meghalaya Police arrested two individuals and seized heroin valued at approximately Rs 60 lakh in West Garo Hills. The operation, conducted by the Anti-Narcotics Task Force, also led to the seizure of cars and mobile phones, with officials suspecting an inter-state drug trafficking network.
