Three people, including two children, were killed and two others seriously injured after a trailer truck collided with a motorcycle in Rajasthan's Rajsamand district.
Police seized weapons and mobile phones after inmates clashed in Kapurthala jail. Tear gas and cane charges were used to restore order. Political leaders criticise the state government over the incident.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a record surplus transfer of Rs 2.87 trillion to the central government for FY26, driven by increased income and an expanded balance sheet, despite a reduction in the contingent risk buffer (CRB) to 6.5 per cent.
India's Pranati Nayak won a silver medal in the women's vault event at the FIG World Challenge Cup 2026 in Tashkent. The 31-year-old gymnast secured an average score of 13.025. Vietnam's Thi Quynh Nhu Nguyen won gold, and Uzbekistan's Shakhinabonu Yusufova took bronze.
A court in Odisha's Nabarangpur district sentenced nineteen people to life imprisonment for their involvement in a 2016 clash over land cultivation that resulted in three deaths.
A high-stakes memorandum for a 60-day ceasefire between the United States and Iran is in its final stages, with negotiators working to close remaining gaps and avert further escalation in the region, including reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the resumption of Iranian oil sales, according to an Axios report citing US officials.
World champion D Gukesh is set to compete in the prestigious Norway Chess tournament, facing a strong field including Magnus Carlsen and R Praggnanandhaa. The event, held in Oslo, features top players in both Open and Women's sections, with India having four representatives.
Delhi Police have arrested three alleged sharpshooters and two weapon suppliers linked to the Kapil Sangwan gang, thwarting an extortion plot targeting a clinic in southwest Delhi.
A powerful explosion ripped through a shuttle train in Pakistan's Balochistan province, resulting in numerous fatalities and injuries. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Terrorists ambushed and killed four members of a local peace committee in northwest Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, police said. The attack occurred in Dera Ismail Khan District, with terrorists also abducting a member and seizing weapons. Security forces have launched a search operation.
Pranavi Urs finished T17 and Diksha Dagar was T20 at the Lalla Meryem Cup. Canadian Teen sensation Anna Huang secured the title.
Saptak Talwar of India experienced a setback in the third round of the Danish Golf Challenge, carding a 3-over 75, which resulted in him dropping to Tied-56th place. Finland's Tapio Pulkkanen took the lead with a second consecutive 9-under-par 63.
The 75th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle drew massive participation across more than 8,000 locations nationwide as the initiative commemorated Commonwealth Games Day and built momentum towards the historic 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad.
Unidentified assailants fired at the house of a deceased ex-serviceman in Manolian village, Punjab. No casualties were reported, and police are investigating the incident.
Four security personnel have been killed and seven injured in an intelligence-based operation against terrorists in Pakistan's northwestern Balochistan province, an official said Sunday.
Tamil Nadu government is taking proactive measures to curb crime against children, following the sexual assault and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore. The government is focusing on strict policing, public awareness, and swift justice through fast-track courts.
A Thane court acquitted Raj Thackeray and others in a 2008 case of alleged assault on Railway Recruitment Board examinees, citing lack of evidence and failure to prove Thackeray's presence or incitement.
A 17-year-old tourist from Sonbhadra died after an alleged scuffle with private security guards at the Namo Ghat in Varanasi. Police have detained four people in connection with the incident and are reviewing CCTV footage.
A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi has begun a second autopsy of former model and actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following a Madhya Pradesh High Court order. The family alleges dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, while the in-laws claim drug addiction. The family has raised concerns about the initial post-mortem and seeks a thorough investigation.
Police in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against a postal assistant after suspicious transactions worth approximately Rs 4.5 crore were allegedly detected in his bank accounts.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan celebrated her 24th year at Cannes with a stunning appearance in a custom soft baby pink Sophie Couture gown at the L'Oral Paris 'Lights On Women's Worth' gala.
Tripura Police's Crime Branch has filed a charge sheet against six individuals in connection with a Phensedyl smuggling case, following the seizure of a large quantity of the banned substance last year.
A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi has started a second autopsy of former model and actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following a request from her family who allege inadequacies in the initial post-mortem.
A look into the tragic deaths of three young women in India, allegedly due to dowry-related harassment, highlights the persistent social and legal challenges in addressing this issue.
The appointment of Rathan U Kelkar as secretary to Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan has sparked a political controversy, with the CPI(M) accusing the Congress of double standards regarding appointments of election officials.
An assistant sub-inspector of Punjab Police was shot dead by two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants near Hamja village in Amritsar. The officer, Joga Singh, was found with a gunshot wound near the Fatehgarh Churian-Majithia road. Police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage to identify the attackers.
Security forces have intensified search operations and strengthened the cordon in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district to track down suspected terrorists believed to be hiding in the area.
Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten century helped Punjab Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants and keep their hopes of reaching the IPL playoffs alive, according to assistant coach Brad Haddin.
A 24-year-old man has been arrested in Jharkhand's Giridih district on charges of rape after a 14-year-old girl delivered a baby at a government hospital.
A tiger strayed into a residential area near the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, killing a woman and injuring four others. The incident sparked protests by villagers who accused forest officials of negligence.
A man in Jharkhand's Chatra district allegedly killed his mother's boyfriend and buried the body in a forest. Police have arrested three accomplices and are searching for the main accused, with the murder allegedly triggered by a dispute over the relationship.
A powerful explosion ripped through a railway line in Pakistan's Balochistan province on Sunday, injuring at least 20 people, authorities said.
Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling module, arresting four individuals in Ferozepur and seizing a significant quantity of heroin and cash.
Lucknow Super Giants are considering a leadership change after two disappointing IPL seasons. Director of Cricket Tom Moody admitted that captain Rishabh Pant has struggled with the pressures of captaincy, impacting his performance. The team finished seventh in 2025 and is set to end the 2026 season near the bottom of the table.
Donald Trump claims a peace deal with Iran is 'largely negotiated' after calls with Israel and other allies, but Iran rejects Trump's claim on Strait of Hormuz.
Tamil Nadu minister Rajmohan has asserted the state government is taking proactive measures to curb crime against children, following the sexual assault and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore. The minister detailed the government's approach of strict policing and public participation to prevent such crimes, while also hinting at the revival of student union elections in colleges across the state.
DMK Youth Wing chief Udhayanidhi Stalin has launched a scathing attack on the Congress, accusing the former ally of 'stabbing the DMK in the back' and blaming them for the BJP's consecutive national victories. He exhorted party cadre to 'never trust the Congress again'.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann congratulated athlete Gurindervir Singh for breaking the men's 100m national record at the Federation Cup athletics meet in Ranchi.
A tiger strayed into a residential area near the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, killing a woman and injuring four others. The incident sparked protests by villagers who accused forest officials of negligence.
Novak Djokovic begins his quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title at the French Open, while Alexander Zverev hopes to finally break through and win his first major. The tournament starts amid tensions over prize money and player influence.
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