The CBI claims to have cracked the NEET paper leak case with the arrest of a Pune-based professor, identified as the source of the leak. The professor allegedly exploited his position to leak the paper to students in exchange for money.
An attempted burglary occurred at a Punjab National Bank branch in Uchi Bassi village near Dasuya, with the intruder failing to access the main safe but stealing a digital tablet.
An ICC team, including a BCCI official, is visiting Sri Lanka following the government's appointment of an interim committee to manage the cricket board after the resignation of the previous executive committee.
In a shocking case, a candidate who appeared for a Kerala PSC examination and secured a place in the rank list received his appointment order only after 18 years. By then, however, he had already crossed the retirement age.
Kannada actor Dileep Raj, known for his extensive work in both television and cinema over two decades, has passed away at the age of 47 due to a heart attack.
A forest guard in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 15,000.
An Indian-origin groom and a pilot have died in a helicopter crash in Georgia shortly after the groom's wedding. The bride survived and is receiving treatment.
Six Thai nationals, including three women, were arrested at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in Varanasi after customs officials seized hydroponic cannabis valued at over Rs 19 crore from their possession.
India's industrial production expanded at a slower pace of 4.9 per cent in April, primarily due to tepid growth in the energy sector amidst the West Asia crisis. This data marks the first release under the newly revised base year of 2022-23 for the Index of Industrial Production (IIP).
Punjab Police conducted raids on the residence of Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia and others in connection with an incident where they allegedly stormed a police station and attempted to forcibly release a detainee. Police have also issued a lookout circular against Majithia to prevent him from leaving the country.
The Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) held protests across Haryana against the fuel price hike, stating that inflation has severely impacted the common man. Protests were led by various INLD leaders across the state, with demonstrations including symbolic acts and confrontations with local authorities.
A 23-year-old British Sikh man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of a teenage student in Southampton, with the judge highlighting the racial tensions the case has ignited across the UK.
Former Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party president K Annamalai left for Delhi from Chennai on Monday amid growing speculation on social media over his political future and reports suggesting he may be planning to launch a new political platform.
A 70-foot statue of football legend Lionel Messi was removed from Kolkata's Lake Town area on Monday after concerns were raised about its safety.
Most north Indian states reported below-normal temperatures on Monday, with rain and thunderstorms lashing parts of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh. The southwest monsoon is expected to arrive in Kerala in the next two to three days.
The bodies of a missing girl and boy were recovered near a waterbody in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district, prompting a police investigation.
A demolition notice has been issued for the house of Asad, the main accused in the murder of a Class 11 student in Ghaziabad, following his death in a police encounter. Asad's father and two others have been arrested in connection with the case.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a gold smuggling syndicate at Mumbai's international airport, seizing 2.6 kg of gold in wax form, valued at approximately Rs 4.20 crore.
Nearly 150 Indian Super League players, including national team members, face an uncertain future as their contracts expire amid ongoing disputes between the AIFF and clubs over the league's structure.
Amidst ongoing controversy surrounding the NEET and CUET UG 2026 exams, the National Testing Agency (NTA) faced tough questions from a parliamentary standing committee regarding safeguards against paper leaks and hacking vulnerabilities.
A 73-year-old man in Odisha's Jajpur district attempted self-immolation during a public grievance hearing, citing unaddressed appeals for an approach road to his house.
Two individuals have been apprehended in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, concerning the murder of a 24-year-old man, allegedly a revenge killing for a previous murder.
Jai Inder Kaur, BJP leader and daughter of former Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh, met newly appointed state BJP chief Kewal Singh Dhillon to congratulate him on his appointment. The meeting is significant given Amarinder Singh's earlier concerns about Dhillon's appointment.
A daily wage labourer in Odisha has died in police custody, with his family alleging torture and hot water burns. The state police chief has ordered a high-level probe, and staff at the police station have been transferred.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has urged Pakistan to use its diplomatic influence to help de-escalate the current regional situation and support efforts to maintain the ceasefire.
Two men have been arrested following a firing incident in New Usmanpur, Delhi, which resulted in a 12-year-old boy sustaining a bullet injury. Police are searching for the third suspect involved in the shooting.
A five-year-old girl died after allegedly falling from a toy train at Mandore Garden in Jodhpur. The girl sustained fatal injuries after being run over by one of the train's wheels. Police are investigating the incident.
Delhi Police have registered a case against several individuals claiming to be advocates for allegedly threatening a police officer and obstructing him from duty inside Shakarpur police station.
Serena Williams will make her competitive tennis comeback at Queen's Club in London after nearly four years away from the WTA Tour, returning to action at the age of 44.
A woman was found murdered in her Saharanpur home with her throat slit. Police suspect the assailants intended to commit theft. The incident has sparked outrage among local traders.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has declared that the TMC will proceed with its planned sit-in protest against alleged attacks on party leaders and workers, as well as the Railways' hawker eviction drive, despite the police denying permission for the event.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that it processed 99.9 per cent of applications within the prescribed timeline under its Citizen's Charter in May 2026. The central bank handled 18,763 applications, showcasing efficient processing across various functions.
The Enforcement Directorate has attached properties worth over Rs 1,000 crore as part of its investigation into the alleged Chhattisgarh liquor scam, filing a fresh complaint against four additional accused.
Delhi Police have arrested the owner of the building that collapsed in Saket, resulting in six deaths and several injuries.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts the southwest monsoon to arrive in Kerala in the next two to three days, slightly delayed from the typical June 1 start. The department also predicts below-normal rainfall for the season due to emerging El Nino conditions.
A shoe store salesman in Gurugram has gone missing under suspicious circumstances, with his family suspecting kidnapping. Police are investigating the case after receiving a complaint.
A 17-year-old boy has died nearly a week after being shot in the head at an eatery in Delhi's Amar Colony. Police have arrested two people, including a juvenile, in connection with the case and are investigating the motive behind the shooting.
Thirty-five BJP MLAs were sworn in as ministers as part of an expansion of the Suvendu Adhikari-led cabinet in West Bengal. The oath-taking ceremony took place weeks after Adhikari was sworn in as chief minister.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a former Kotak Mahindra Bank executive, Pushpinder Singh, alleged to be the mastermind of a Rs 145-crore fraud involving Panchkula municipal corporation officials, bank employees, and private individuals.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a real estate businessman in connection with the alleged embezzlement of Rs 645 crore from bank accounts linked to the Haryana government, Chandigarh administration, and private schools.
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