The Jharkhand Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested three individuals in Deoghar and seized a US-made pistol during an operation in the Town police station area.
Three police personnel in Uttar Pradesh, including a station house officer (SHO), have been suspended following the emergence of an audio clip on social media in which they allegedly demanded a bribe of Rs 1.85 lakh.
A humanoid robot performing at a university dance event in China startled the crowd when it unexpectedly hugged a female student, prompting a debate about AI safety and autonomous behaviour.
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.
Three people were shot dead following a dispute at a gym in the Khurja Nagar area of Bulandshahr district. Police have arrested two suspects and are searching for others involved in the incident.
A dispute over song selection at an orchestra dance event in a village in Uttar Pradesh, India, escalated into arson, resulting in the destruction of motorcycles and a shanty.
Activist Anjali Damania has called for the questioning of Rupali Chakankar, former chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women, regarding her alleged connections with Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman accused of sexual assault.
Director Shashant Shah counters online chatter around Chiraiya, saying the show tells an honest story with utmost sensitivity.
The couple had stopped on their way to a relative's house due to the intense heat when two men allegedly approached them. The accused allegedly assaulted the fiance, held him captive and raped the woman for three hours.
Varun Chakravarthy, the Kolkata Knight Riders' mystery spinner, overcame a difficult start to the IPL season, battling injury and form to rediscover his wicket-taking ability and boost KKR's chances in the tournament.
'Do you really want to live with a man who has no respect for you or the marriage?' asks rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of online dating web site Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.
A court in Kannur dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of a doctor accused in connection with a student's death at Kannur Dental College, while granting bail to another faculty member. The student was found dead after allegedly being harassed by faculty members.
Bollywood is gearing up for a romantic May, with a diverse slate of films including romcoms, historical epics and family dramas.
Under the TMC, Bengal has seen expansion of welfare, but not big-ticket private investment.
Rishabh Pant and Ajinkya Rahane face increasing pressure as captains in the IPL, with their teams, Lucknow Super Giants and Kolkata Knight Riders, struggling to find form and consistency.
Himachal Pradesh DGP Ashok Tiwari has recommended a detailed examination and action against the SDM of Solan for alleged misuse of official position, conflict of interest, and possible involvement in benami transactions related to land deals.
Police in Kedarnath have arrested two men believed to be part of an organised gang that steals from pilgrims. Purses, ATM cards, and other belongings were recovered from the suspects, who are residents of Ludhiana, Punjab.
The Bombay High Court has discharged four men accused in the 2006 Malegaon serial bomb blasts, overturning charges including terror-related offences. The ruling raises questions about who was responsible for the explosions that resulted in 31 fatalities.
A joint team of police and SSB seized over Rs 85 lakh in Indian and Nepalese currency and detained six persons along the Indo-Nepal border in Bahraich district.
Sapne vs Everyone is dark, and often depressing. At the same time, it is not completely hopeless, notes Deepa Gahlot.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei claims a new chapter is emerging in the Persian Gulf due to the 'shameful failure' of the United States in the region, citing shifting regional dynamics and weakening foreign influence.
Several incidents of post-poll violence have been reported across West Bengal, with tension escalating in various districts following the recent assembly elections. Clashes between political party supporters have led to injuries, arrests, and heightened security measures.
Telangana's newly appointed DGP C V Anand announced that the state police will implement measures to address cyber crimes, drug issues, and road accidents, involving district-level officials. He also mentioned reviewing the phone-tapping case linked to the previous BRS regime and prioritising rehabilitation programmes for surrendered Naxals.
The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) has voiced its support for V D Satheesan as the potential Chief Minister of Kerala if the Congress-led UDF alliance wins, drawing criticism from SNDP Yogam general secretary Vellappally Natesan, who suggests this indicates the IUML would effectively rule the state.
Sashastra Seema Bal arrested a man near the Indo-Nepal border in Maharajganj district with over 327 kg of marijuana worth over Rs 20 crore.
An accused in the Bulandshahr triple murder case was injured in a police encounter after allegedly attempting to escape custody and open fire on officers.
The family of Raja Raghuvanshi, an Indore resident murdered during his honeymoon, is demanding a CBI investigation into the case after his wife, Sonam, was granted bail by a Meghalaya court. The family alleges Sonam is the mastermind behind the murder and plans to challenge the bail in the Meghalaya High Court.
Nuh police apprehended a wanted history-sheeter after a brief encounter near a village. The criminal and a constable sustained leg injuries during the exchange of fire. Police recovered an illegal pistol and cartridges from the scene.
Kara had the makings of a fine heist thriller anchored by a superlative Dhanush, but a slack screenplay in crucial stretches and an overdose of melodrama ensure it only works in patches, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
A fire in a Delhi residential building resulted in nine deaths, with central locking systems and iron grills hindering escape efforts. The fire, suspected to have been triggered by an air-conditioner blast, trapped residents and complicated rescue operations.
'As re-industrialisation gathers pace across regions like Asia, Europe and the US, a wide range of products and inputs will see demand.'
'If the Opposition associates itself too much with the minorities, then it becomes easy for the BJP to get Hindu consolidation votes.'
The Bombay High Court has overturned the acquittal of a man in a 2015 murder case, citing failures in the original trial and ordering a retrial to ensure justice is served.
'After this, I'll just be Varun's father.'
Political parties in Kerala, including the ruling LDF, opposition UDF, and BJP-led NDA, have reacted to the exit poll predictions for the Assembly elections, with varying degrees of confidence and skepticism.
'The real fault line in Assam is not Hindu versus Muslim. It is Assamese versus Bengali -- and within that, the specific anxiety about undocumented Bangladeshi settlers claiming land and altering the demographic balance of the state.'
Rahul Gandhi accuses Mamata Banerjee of not directly fighting the BJP, alleging that this indirect approach benefits the ruling party. He also criticised her government's performance on job creation and handling of corruption.
A one-year-old boy was kidnapped in Uttar Pradesh after his mother was hit by a car. Police swiftly rescued the child and detained two suspects.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of misleading the nation regarding the women's quota bill and plotting to push through the delimitation exercise by using women as a shield.
A woman in Faridabad allegedly killed her 18-month-old daughter by throwing her into a drain, claiming poverty drove her to the act.
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