Police in Indore have registered a case against 13 people, including the groom, after a 13-year-old girl was allegedly married off despite warnings from the local administration. The marriage occurred after an exchange agreement between families.
Punjab Police have dismantled an international drug smuggling operation, arresting two individuals and seizing 10 kg of ICE (methamphetamine) and 4 kg of heroin. The suspects were linked to a Dubai-based smuggler and trafficked narcotics in Punjab and Delhi.
A woman who went missing nearly two decades ago is set to reunite with her family in Jharkhand's Dhanbad district. Kabali Devi, now 58, disappeared from her home around 20 years ago, prompting her husband to remarry. She is currently residing at Asha Bhavan in Kozhikode, Kerala, and her son has expressed a strong desire to bring her back home.
Asking the parties to participate in the mediation proceedings with an open mind, the apex court said they may not make any statements in the public and may not go on social media about the dispute.
A Delhi court has ordered the immediate release of a man mistakenly arrested in connection with a fatal clash between two families during Holi in Uttam Nagar. The court criticised the investigating officer for not taking prompt action despite knowing about the wrongful arrest.
A case has been registered against the son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar under the POCSO Act following allegations of sexual harassment of a minor girl. The accused has alleged extortion and criminal intimidation by the teen and her parents.
A case under the POCSO Act has been registered against the son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar following allegations of sexual harassment. The minister's son has also filed a counter-complaint alleging extortion and criminal intimidation against the girl and her parents.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has refused to send a 10-year-old girl to Canada to join her father, stating that a child's welfare is paramount, even over a foreign court's order.
A 21-year-old BJP youth wing activist was stabbed to death in Surat, Gujarat, due to a prior dispute. Police have identified the suspects and are investigating the incident.
Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate narcotics syndicate, arresting nine individuals and seizing heroin and crude opium valued at approximately Rs 16 crore.
A 35-year-old IT professional in Bengaluru allegedly died by suicide following a domestic quarrel with her mother-in-law. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, including allegations of dowry harassment.
The family of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma, who died allegedly due to dowry harassment, has requested a thorough second post-mortem examination by AIIMS Delhi, raising concerns about the initial autopsy and seeking clarity on the cause of death.
The Delhi High Court has criticised the Wrestling Federation of India for declaring Vinesh Phogat ineligible for domestic events and has asked the Centre to form an expert panel to evaluate her participation in the upcoming Asian Games selection trials.
Bhopal police have urged the family of Twisha Sharma, who was found dead at her marital home, to claim her body from the AIIMS mortuary due to concerns about decomposition as they await a decision on a second autopsy.
A 24-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly abducting and molesting a minor girl after she rejected his marriage proposal. The victim was allegedly beaten, molested, and held captive after refusing the proposal.
A woman and her daughter were brutally attacked with sticks in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, over a property dispute. Police have arrested two individuals and are searching for the remaining suspects.
Police in Greater Noida have arrested two more individuals in connection with the alleged dowry death of a 24-year-old woman, Deepika Nagar. The victim's in-laws claim she died after falling from the terrace, but her family alleges she was murdered over dowry demands.
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A Bhopal court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Samarth Singh, the husband of deceased model and actress Twisha Sharma, who was found dead in her home. Police have announced a reward for information leading to his arrest as the investigation continues.
The Telangana High Court will decide on the interim anticipatory bail petition of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar's son, Bandi Sai Bageerath, in a POCSO case. The court also directed the police to verify the victim's birth certificates.
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The counsel for one of the arrested individuals, Raj Singh, has welcomed the CBI probe and criticised the West Bengal Police's handling of the arrest.
A Bhopal court rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Samarth Singh, the husband of deceased model and actress Twisha Sharma, in a case alleging dowry death and harassment. The police have announced a reward for information leading to his arrest, while the family of the deceased alleges foul play and demands a thorough investigation.
Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has moved to an ashram on the outskirts of Patna to continue his political activities ahead of the next assembly elections. He criticised Nitish Kumar and urged voters to prioritise their own interests.
The family of Twisha Sharma, who died last week, is demanding an independent probe into phone calls made by one of the accused to influential figures and CCTV technicians after her death.
An 11-year-old boy in Faridabad died by suicide after his mother reprimanded him for taking money without permission, leading to a police investigation.
The Centre has notified draft rules for the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, outlining the framework for the new rural employment programme replacing MGNREGA. The draft rules are open for public feedback until June 21, 2026.
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy has directed the DGP to form special teams and expedite the investigation into the POCSO case against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar's son, following allegations of sexual harassment of a minor girl. The CM has sought an explanation for the delay in action despite the complaint being registered earlier.
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Police in Greater Noida have arrested two more individuals in connection with the alleged dowry death of a 24-year-old woman. The victim's in-laws claim she died after falling from the terrace, while her family alleges she was murdered over dowry demands.
India's consumption stocks, which have outperformed the broader market, are now facing significant pressure due to a gradual rise in fuel prices and the potential for higher inflation. Analysts warn that companies may be forced to pass on increased input costs to consumers, potentially hurting demand across both staples and discretionary categories, with a looming threat of deficient monsoon rainfall further exacerbating inflationary concerns.
The Allahabad High Court overturned a single-judge ruling, asserting that a father does not have the right to transfer defacto custody of a minor child to another person.
A retired judge and her lawyer son have been booked for dowry-related offences after the daughter-in-law was found dead at their home in Bhopal.
The Supreme Court has taken exception to AIIMS' plea to set aside its order allowing a 15-year-old rape survivor to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, urging the Centre to amend the law to permit abortion beyond 20 weeks in such cases.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate allegations of dowry harassment against a former judge and his son, following the death of the son's wife in Bhopal. The SIT aims to investigate all angles, including dowry harassment, physical assault, and attempts to destroy evidence.
The daughter-in-law of a retired judge was found dead in her husband's Bhopal home, with her family alleging murder. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
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A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate allegations of dowry harassment against a former judge and his son, following the death of the son's wife in Bhopal.
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