Raghu Rai, one of India's most celebrated photographers, passed away at a private hospital in New Delhi at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife, son, and three daughters.
A court in Thane, Maharashtra, acquitted eight men charged with the attempted murder of a police constable due to the victim's inability to identify his attackers and key witnesses turning hostile.
He was childlike with a camera in his hands -- not nave, but wonderstruck, as though the world were always on the verge of delivering something unrepeatable. Pulitzer Prize nominee Namas Bhojani recalls his long association with Raghu Rai, the legendary photographer who passed into the ages on Sunday.
Suraj Kumar Chand was the only Indian player to advance to the semi-finals of the HCL Squash PSA Challenger Tour at the Indian Squash Academy.
Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka win top honours at the Laureus Awards 2026, headlining a star-studded winners list in Madrid after stellar seasons.
Delhi Police arrested three individuals and seized over 1 kg of imported hydroponic ganja, valued at more than Rs 25 lakh, dismantling an interstate and international drug syndicate with alleged connections to Thailand.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of deploying its entire machinery, including Union ministers and NDA-ruled state CMs, to defeat her party in the West Bengal assembly elections. She also criticised the BJP's promises to migrant workers and alleged the misuse of central forces during the polls.
Indian boxer Vishvanath Suresh defeated world champion Sanzhar Tashkenbay at the Asian Boxing Championships, while Ankushita Boro also advanced to the semi-finals.
Police in Kerala are investigating an alleged attempted murder following a dispute during a football match. A gang is accused of ramming a car carrying three young men, leading to serious injuries.
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty withdraw from the Badminton Asia Championships due to injury, leaving Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu to lead India's challenge.
Indian trap shooters Kynan Chenai and Aashima Ahlawat narrowly missed qualifying for the finals at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, Morocco, while other Indian participants also failed to advance.
'We kept our bags packed, ready to jump into the sea. Many times, I felt it could be my last day.'
Ayush Shetty of India won a silver medal at the Badminton Asia Championships after losing to China's Shi Yu Qi in the final. Despite the loss, it was a successful tournament for the young player, who defeated several top-ranked opponents.
Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Rajasthan United 2-1 in an Indian Football League match marked by two red cards. Brandon Vanlalremdika and Lalthankhuma scored for Sreenidi Deccan, while Issac Nortey scored for Rajasthan United.
A BJP MLA in Madhya Pradesh is facing criticism after his son was accused of injuring five people in a car accident. The MLA allegedly made disparaging remarks against an IPS officer who took action in the case, further escalating the controversy.
Pankaj Advani defeated Pushpender Singh to win the men's 10-ball pool event at the Pool Nationals. Chitra Magimairaj won the women's final against Neena Praveen.
Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto progressed to the second round of the Badminton Asia Championships, while Rohan Kapoor and Gadde Ruthvika Shivani exited in the first round.
Police in Nashik are investigating multiple cases of attempted religious conversion and sexual harassment at a local IT firm, with evidence suggesting an organised effort to target female employees. The investigation involves multiple agencies to determine if there are wider links.
Delhi Police arrested three individuals and seized over 1 kg of imported hydroponic ganja, valued at more than Rs 25 lakh, dismantling an interstate and international drug syndicate with alleged connections to Thailand.
Divya TS secured fourth place in the women's 25m pistol, and Gajanan Khandagale finished fifth in the men's 10m air rifle at the ISSF World Cup in Granada.
Police in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested two individuals in connection with the death of a young woman who died after an acid attack. The woman and her mother were attacked in their home, and the woman later died from her injuries.
India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.
Punjab Kings chase down 265 in a record-breaking run-fest against Delhi Capitals as KL Rahul smashes 152 and Shreyas Iyer seals historic win in IPL 2026.
Karnataka continues to lead the Khelo India Tribal Games with impressive performances in race walking and middle-distance running, while Chhattisgarh secures a spot in the football final.
India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated his government is confident of uncovering the module involved in the alleged sexual harassment and forcible religious conversion at a Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) unit in Nashik.
The Indian men's national football team will participate in the Unity Cup 2026, a four-nation friendly tournament held in London, marking their return to the UK for international matches after 24 years.
Delhi Police have identified two men suspected of attempting to set a house on fire in Adarsh Nagar, with arrests expected soon. The incident, which caused no injuries, is being treated as arson without provocation.
Indian boxers, including world champions Jaismine Lamboria and Meenakshi Hooda, have secured eight spots in the finals of the Asian Boxing Championships, showcasing India's strength in the sport.
Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate racket involved in assembling and selling counterfeit mobile phones, arresting two men and seizing a large quantity of fake devices and components.
India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.
Vishnu Aravind's Madhuvidhu is a family entertainer that works in parts but falters when its drama turns unconvincing, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
Kerala Blasters FC secured their first victory of the ISL 2025-26 season with a 2-1 win against Bengaluru FC, overcoming an early deficit and a red card for the home side.
A 38-year-old man died after being attacked during a drunken brawl in Vizhinjam, Kerala. Police have arrested four individuals in connection with the incident.
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Nagpur has arrested three members of a gang that recruited unemployed youths to commit thefts on trains, offering them fixed monthly salaries.
A Gurugram court sentenced two men to life imprisonment for the murder of Sunil Kumar in 2022. The accused, taxi drivers from Uttar Pradesh, were convicted based on evidence presented by the police.
Indian boxer Vishvanath Suresh defeated reigning world champion Sanzhar Tashkenbay of Kazakhstan to reach the semifinals of the Asian Boxing Championships in the men's 50kg category.
FBI director Kash Patel has escalated his war with the media by filing a massive $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick.
Five masked gunmen stormed a nationalised bank in Madhya Pradesh's Singrauli district, making off with Rs 14 lakh after threatening staff and customers at gunpoint.
The tomboy aesthetic isn't just about oversized fits and borrowing from the boys. It's about attitude.
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