A fire in Kishtwar town, Jammu and Kashmir, has destroyed a municipal council office and two residential houses, prompting a police investigation into the cause.
BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla said the BCCI cannot intervene as the signing is related to a foreign league and it is up to the franchise to take a call.
A 13-year-old boy was injured by a bullet during celebratory firing at an engagement ceremony in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
The CBI has arrested a chief electrical distribution engineer with the Central Railway and two private individuals in connection with an alleged bribery case involving Rs 10 lakh.
Two police officers in Maharashtra's Beed district have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe to allow illegal sand transportation.
Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district have arrested three individuals for alleged drug peddling and recovered cannabis from their possession during a routine patrol.
Delhi Police have arrested two members of the Chhenu gang wanted in connection with a Rs 70 lakh jewellery burglary case in Rajasthan. The suspects were apprehended near a hospital while allegedly scouting for a new target.
Authorities in Chhattisgarh have uncovered illegal opium cultivation, leading to seizures and political accusations. The discovery follows a previous incident involving a BJP leader, raising questions about the state government's role.
Family members in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, allege that the body of a deceased man kept in a hospital mortuary was gnawed by rats, prompting an investigation into potential negligence.
A farmer and his son died by electrocution in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh district after coming into contact with a live wire while working in their field.
Two men who went missing in Manipur's Kamjong district were found dead, prompting a National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe and compensation for the families.
Three people were killed and two others critically injured in a head-on collision between a car and a bus in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, due to dense fog.
Star Indian batter Virat Kohli has already switched into preparation mode for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.
Bengaluru police have arrested eight people, including two minors, in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman. The investigation is ongoing, with a possible motive involving business rivalry and allegations of black magic.
Iran has launched a fresh wave of missile attacks against Israeli and United States-linked targets as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it fired some of its heaviest missiles in the latest phase of its retaliatory campaign, while Israel Defence Forces alleged that many of the projectiles carried cluster bomb warheads.
A man in Odisha's Deogarh district is accused of killing his wife, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter, prompting a police manhunt.
India has condemned the escalating attacks on commercial shipping in West Asia, particularly after a Thai-flagged vessel en route to India's Kandla Port was targeted in the Strait of Hormuz. The attacks have disrupted global oil and gas supplies, impacting India's energy imports.
Nepal is actively involved in rescuing its citizens from Gulf countries due to escalating tensions in West Asia, with thousands registering to return home. The government is committed to ensuring the safety of Nepalese citizens in the region and has formed an Emergency Response Team to manage the crisis.
A 24-year-old dental student in Mumbai allegedly committed suicide, leaving a note accusing her boyfriend of mental harassment. The boyfriend has been arrested.
A private university in Vadodara was evacuated following a bomb threat email, while similar messages were received by multiple passport and post offices across Gujarat. All threats were later deemed a hoax after extensive searches found nothing suspicious.
Delhi is set to begin trial runs of 22 innovative solutions aimed at tackling air pollution, following an 'innovation challenge' that received 284 applications. The trials will assess the effectiveness of various devices in reducing particulate pollution at identified hotspots across the city.
In February, the BBC reported that Manchester Super Giants, MI London, Southern Brave, and Sunrisers Leeds would not consider signing Pakistani players for the United Kingdom-based competition amid tensions between neighbours India and Pakistan.
Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame during the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, sought police protection in Thiruvananthapuram to stay with her boyfriend and marry him, alleging her father was trying to forcibly take her back home.
Pakistan claims significant casualties inflicted on Afghan Taliban operatives during a recent military operation along the border, while diplomatic efforts are reportedly underway to find a negotiated solution.
Delhi Police have arrested two suspects wanted in connection with the murder of a businessman in Bawana, following a shootout in Rohini. The suspects, Mohammad Irfan and Aishwarya Pandey, were apprehended after exchanging fire with police, resulting in injuries to both suspects and damage to a police officer's bulletproof vest.
A 25-year-old MBA student died after falling from her apartment in Greater Noida. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
Odisha Police have arrested five individuals in connection with the attack on a BJD leader and chairperson in the Ganjam district. The incident sparked political reactions and protests, with investigations ongoing to determine the exact cause.
An Indian Air Force Su-30 MKI fighter jet crashed in Assam during a training mission, prompting an immediate search operation for the missing pilots.
A fugitive gangster wanted in connection with a triple murder and narcotics trafficking cases has been deported and arrested in Punjab, India, marking a significant breakthrough in the fight against cross-border organised crime.
A five-month-old tribal girl was killed and her mother injured after a wild elephant attacked their home in Gumla district, Jharkhand, highlighting the ongoing human-wildlife conflict in the region.
Delhi Police have refuted rumours of a missing juvenile linked to the Uttam Nagar murder case, confirming that two juveniles have been apprehended along with 14 adults in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man during Holi celebrations.
Priyansh Sehrawat, L Ambekar, and Sahil Duhan secured dominant victories for India at the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok, while Aman Siwach faced a setback.
Union Minister J P Nadda criticised the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government in West Bengal, accusing it of disregarding democratic procedures, the judiciary, and the Election Commission of India. He alleged that the rule of law has been compromised in the state, particularly concerning the special intensive revision of electoral rolls.
Two suspects wanted in connection with the murder of a businessman in Bawana, Delhi, have been arrested after a shootout with police in Rohini. The suspects, Mohammad Irfan and Aishwarya Pandey, were apprehended after exchanging fire with the police, during which both sustained leg injuries.
A Thai cargo vessel was struck by missiles near the Strait of Hormuz, leaving three crew members missing and prompting a rescue operation by the Royal Navy of Oman.
A 31-year-old man, identified as Puspendra, was found dead in a vacant Delhi Development Authority (DDA) plot in east Delhi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, with no immediate signs of foul play.
Haryana Police have launched an investigation into an attack on a Meghalaya Police team who were transporting an ATM robbery suspect. The incident involved an attempt to free the accused, resulting in a confrontation and injuries.
Jasmine Shekar leads the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour after the first round, followed closely by amateur Lavanya Gupta.
A first-year law student at Himachal Pradesh University has been arrested for allegedly stabbing a person during a fight between two groups on campus.
A 26-year-old man was stabbed to death in northeast Delhi's Seemapuri area following a quarrel over a monetary dispute. Police have arrested the accused and launched an investigation.
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