India's captain Vishal Uppal reflects on the team's performance in the Billie Jean King Cup, highlighting missed opportunities and the need for improvement despite a strong finish.
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated that recent regulatory measures to address foreign exchange market volatility, such as capping banks' net open positions, are temporary and aligned with current market conditions, not signalling any structural shift in policy.
China is mediating talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan to address their ongoing military conflict, following Pakistan's operation against terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan and UN reports questioning Pakistan's evidence of militant presence in Afghanistan.
A statue of Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar was desecrated in Vehalna village, Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, leading to heightened security measures and a police investigation.
Ayush Shetty won a silver medal at the Badminton Asia Championships, losing to Shi Yu Qi in the final. Despite the loss, it was a remarkable achievement for the unseeded player.
Delhi Police have dismantled a major international cyber fraud syndicate using illegal 'SIM Box' technology to defraud people through digital arrest scams and fake investment schemes. Two individuals have been arrested, and the investigation revealed links to handlers in Cambodia and other Southeast Asian countries.
A 27-year-old GAIL engineer allegedly died by suicide in a Pilibhit hotel after a breakup with his long-term partner. Police investigations suggest the man was deeply distressed after the woman ended their five-year relationship.
Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa is a well-acted, smartly written murder mystery with a finely tuned performances from Vinay Pathak and the rest of the cast, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
An accountant in Bokaro district, India, has been arrested for allegedly embezzling over Rs 6 crore from the treasury's salary disbursement account. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the fraud.
A student at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra was found dead in his hostel room, with police investigating a possible suicide.
A special CBI court in Ahmedabad convicted eight individuals, including three retired Punjab National Bank (PNB) officials, in a 2016 loan fraud case that resulted in a loss of Rs 1.57 crore to the bank.
A man in Ajmer, Rajasthan, attempted self-immolation outside the Superintendent of Police office, alleging police inaction following his daughter's death by suicide. He claims his daughter was harassed and no action was taken despite complaints.
Indian stock market indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a decline in early trade due to surging crude oil prices and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in West Asia. Foreign fund outflows further contributed to the negative sentiment.
Dempo SC defeated Aizawl FC 3-0 in an Indian Football League match, securing their second consecutive victory.
The Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) has criticised Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma after its Guwahati Central candidate, Kunki Chowdhury, was summoned by police in connection with an election-related case. The AJP alleges the ruling BJP is using intimidation tactics due to Chowdhury's strong performance.
A Delhi court has denied bail to an 18-year-old NEET aspirant accused of involvement in large-scale organised cyber fraud, citing substantial evidence against him and the seriousness of economic offences.
The Bombay High Court has upheld a lower court's decision to frame murder charges against eight police officers in connection with the 2014 custodial death of Agnello Valdaris, citing inconsistencies in police records and evidence of custodial torture.
A 31-year-old man died after being struck by an unidentified vehicle in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the hit-and-run incident.
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Sanju Samson's unbeaten century helped Chennai Super Kings secure a 23-run victory over Delhi Capitals in the IPL, marking their first win of the season after a series of losses.
An assistant sub-inspector was allegedly assaulted inside a police station in Thane district, Maharashtra, leading to a case being registered against four individuals.
The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has mandated that track and field athletes must obtain prior approval from the federation before entering into sponsorship agreements with any entity. This decision aims to protect the interests of both athletes and sponsors amid increasing instances of athletes and coaches frequently changing sponsors.
Delhi Police arrested over 600 individuals and detained more than 8,000 suspects during Operation CyHawk 4.0, a major crackdown on cybercrime.
BJP national president Nitin Nabin has pledged to change place names deemed antithetical to West Bengal's culture and address Bangladeshi infiltration if the party wins the state election.
A 50-year-old man in Delhi died after being attacked by neighbours for objecting to them stealing petrol from parked motorcycles. The incident occurred in Narela, and police are investigating the case.
A court in Thane, Maharashtra, acquitted a speech-impaired woman accused of killing her would-be daughter-in-law, citing inconsistencies in the victim's dying declarations and failure of the prosecution to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt.
Jammu and Kashmir Police, in coordination with central intelligence agencies, have detained several people from Haryana and Rajasthan for allegedly facilitating the acquisition of fraudulent identities, including passports, by terrorists linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). The investigation uncovered an interstate module providing logistical support to terrorists by creating fake documents.
Customs officials at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi seized suspected ganja worth 12.91 crore from a passenger arriving from Bangkok.
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.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating Kannur Dental College faculty after a first-year student died in a suspected suicide, with allegations of emotional harassment and discrimination.
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.
Kerala's 2026 assembly election will see a three-cornered contest where religion and communalism have emerged as central themes for the first time, challenging the state's long-celebrated secular fabric.
The Congress party has criticised the Indian government's diplomatic efforts, questioning how Pakistan was able to secure a role as a mediator between the US and Iran despite India's attempts to isolate it after the Pahalgam attack. The party also raised concerns about India's standing on the global stage and its relationship with the US and China.
The canteen at the Sports Authority of India's headquarters in Delhi has suspended operations due to a vendor complaint about LPG supply shortages, though sources suggest pricing disputes are also a factor. This closure primarily affects staff, as athletes' meals are provided separately.
A 25-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death in Faridabad following an altercation with three youths outside a hotel. Police suspect the attack was prompted by a dispute over a love affair. One suspect has been arrested, and police are investigating.
A triple talaq case in Uttarakhand's Haridwar district has sparked controversy as police did not initially file it under the state's Uniform Civil Code (UCC) due to reported technical issues, raising concerns about the UCC's enforcement.
The 32nd edition of the GD Birla Memorial Masters Inter-Club badminton tournament will be held at the Bombay Gymkhana from April 10 to 12, featuring 26 teams and over 220 individual entries across various age categories.
Maharashtra's opposition leaders acknowledged a sense of discomfort within the ruling party, fueling speculation about the state's political stability.
A three-year-old girl has died in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly after being beaten by her stepmother. Police have arrested the stepmother and are investigating the incident.
Nobody takes Pakistan seriously and therefore Pakistan's sudden mediating with almost immediate results of a ceasefire seems more contrived than real, points out Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).
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