A man in Chhattisgarh allegedly murdered his cousin's four-year-old son and removed his kidneys, lungs and eyes in a bid to sell the organs online after searching social media for ways to earn quick money, the police said.
President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Vice President C P Radhakrishnan attended Dussehra celebrations in New Delhi on Tuesday. Effigies of Ravan, Kumbhkaran, and Meghnath were burnt at various Ramleela grounds, with dignitaries delivering messages on truth, righteousness, and fighting social evils. One committee also burnt a cockroach effigy to symbolise filth, leading to a complaint from AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj.
Delhi Police have dismantled a large-scale illegal network involved in the storage and distribution of banned e-cigarettes and conventional cigarettes across the national capital. Ten individuals, including seven pan-shop owners, have been apprehended. The operation uncovered a three-tier supply chain, with products allegedly reaching students near schools and colleges, and revealed potential cross-border links.
The Supreme Court has protected journalist Abhishek Upadhyay from coercive action by Ghaziabad Police, who had filed an FIR against him in a road rage case. Upadhyay alleges the FIR is retaliatory for his reporting on alleged irregularities in donations at Ayodhya's Ram temple. The court has sought a copy of the FIR and asked Upadhyay to approach the Allahabad High Court.
Superstar Ram Charan underwent complex right wrist surgery in Coimbatore, performed by a team of expert surgeons.
Delhi Police have arrested four men for their alleged involvement in a cyber fraud case where a victim lost Rs 44,000. The accused facilitated the use of a bank account linked to the fraud through a chain of account sharing, and five mobile phones have been recovered as evidence.
Residents of Sammoo village in Himachal Pradesh have not celebrated Diwali for over 100 years due to a belief in a curse. Villagers fear misfortune, including fires, disasters, and deaths, if they attempt to observe the festival, a tradition stemming from a woman's 'sati' and subsequent curse.
A star-studded evening as the cast of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 1 comes together for a grand screening in Mumbai.
Mumbai struck twice late in the final session to restrict Railways to 116/2, trailing by 280 runs, on day two of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match.
Mumbai secured a dramatic 106-run victory over a resilient Railways in the Ranji Trophy Group D clash. Despite centuries from Railways' Eshaan Goyal and Zubair Ali, Mumbai's exceptional fielding and crucial breakthroughs in the final hour, spearheaded by Sarfaraz Khan and Musheer Khan, ensured their fourth outright win, taking their points tally to 27.
A month after Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar was shot dead in Thane, his family accuses the police of shielding the real culprits and ignoring evidence, despite five arrests. The killing has heightened political tensions, with protests and opposition leaders expressing solidarity, while police maintain they are conducting a comprehensive investigation to establish the motive.
Far-right activists, led by Jake Lang, stormed Diwali celebrations in Seattle, displaying racist placards and sparking widespread condemnation from US lawmakers and community leaders.
'The universe has brought Salman and me together.'
Jeetu, as he is known in the IAF, is known for his high intellect, ability to quickly grasp the essentials of complex situations and the readiness to articulate his views clearly and unambiguously. An excellent professional in every sense of the word, he has a well-trained military mind, honed by extensive operational flying and flight testing experience, avers Air Marshal B Manikantan (retd).
The Supreme Court has directed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to expeditiously complete its probe into the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The court also mandated the SIT to submit a sealed status report and consider suggestions from litigants for improving transparency and investigation quality.
Police in Mangaluru are investigating the deaths of Mohammed Zunaid and Mohammed Afraz, initially reported as a road accident, as a murder case. An FIR suggests an altercation escalated, leading to a pickup vehicle allegedly ramming their scooter, causing fatal injuries.
Indian-Americans have achieved significant victories in state legislative races across the US midterm elections, with several individuals securing key positions and making history in various states like Michigan, Arizona, Illinois, and Texas, further solidifying their growing political influence.
As CEC Gyanesh Kumar faces protests over electoral roll revisions, a 20-year-old Kerala corruption case resurfaces.
The Allahabad High Court has granted bail to Ram Singh, driver of late gangster Vikas Dubey and an accused in the Bikru massacre case. The bail was granted on the grounds that other co-accused in similar situations have also been released. Ram Singh faces charges of murder and attempt to murder related to the July 2020 ambush where eight police personnel were killed.
Four people died and three were seriously injured in Varanasi after a speeding truck collided with their SUV on an overbridge. The group of friends had stopped to take selfies when the accident occurred on Monday morning.
Three suspected criminals were killed in an exchange of fire with police in Patna's Maner locality on Friday. Family members of the deceased have alleged it was a "planned killing," while RJD MP Misa Bharti accused Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary of targeting a particular community through police encounters. Police stated the incident occurred during a patrol when a joint team was fired upon by individuals with criminal records. Separately, another wanted man was injured in a police encounter in Bhojpur district on Friday morning.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a strong counterattack against the INDIA bloc's 'vote chori' allegations, challenging Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to a special Parliament session debate on EVMs and infiltrators. Shah dismissed the INDIA bloc's rally as a "save infiltrator" event, questioning Congress's wins if EVMs are faulty and asserting the BJP's commitment to removing all infiltrators from electoral rolls.
At the Mumbai premiere of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, Alia Bhatt kickstarted Diwali dressing looking like a pataka herself. The actor arrived to support husband Ranbir Kapoor in a muted green linen sari paired with an extraordinary custom-made blouse by designers Rimple and Harpreet. While the sari kept things understated, the blouse was anything but ordinary. It featured antique jewellery elements, intricate metalwork, coloured stones and dangling charms, turning a traditional garment into a striking piece of wearable art.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met Ram Purnekar, son of murdered Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar, in Thane and assured him that justice would be served. Pradeep Purnekar was killed on September 29, and five arrests have been made in connection with the case.
A 50-year-old man was shot dead in Ranchi, Jharkhand, allegedly over a land dispute. Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the incident, which occurred on Thursday night, and are searching for other suspects.
'The fact that nearly Rs 1 trillion came through fresh capital issuance is particularly encouraging, as it represents resources being channelled directly into business expansion, capacity creation, and growth.'
Three individuals have been arrested in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar district following raids that uncovered over 22,000 litres of suspected adulterated ghee, valued at approximately Rs 1.60 crore. The seizures were made from two firms as part of a statewide campaign against food adulteration ahead of Diwali, with police suspecting repackaging of expired ghee and use of palm oil.
Eight individuals have been booked in Mumbai for their alleged involvement in an organised theft network that stole iron rods from trailers transporting construction materials. Police have recovered stolen goods valued at Rs 1.6 crore, and further investigation is ongoing to uncover the full extent of the racket and identify more culprits.
India's Pranav Soorma secured a gold medal with an Asian record in the men's discus throw combined F51/52/53 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Tuesday. Compatriot Ram Ratan Singh also earned a silver medal in the same event. The placings were determined using the Raza Point System, which accounts for different classifications among athletes.
Two men, Vakil Yadav (35) and Vinay Yadav (28), were stabbed to death by unidentified assailants near Badhaya Hardo village in Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred on Tuesday night as they returned from Lar town. Police have launched an investigation and formed three teams to apprehend the culprits.
From his extraordinary scholarship to his musical talents and complex family history, several fascinating traditions surround the legendary king of Lanka.
From grand mythological spectacles and monster mayhem to action-packed thrillers, November promises a packed big-screen line-up.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge sparked a major controversy on Sunday with his remark "Modi ka baap bhi jayega" during an event in Patna, in response to an audience member's comment about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The statement drew sharp condemnation from senior leaders of the BJP and other NDA allies, including Home Minister Amit Shah and Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, who criticised the use of "indecent and unparliamentary language" and demanded an apology from the Congress.
The Supreme Court will hear a plea from journalist Abhishek Upadhyay, who is challenging an FIR filed against him by Ghaziabad police in an alleged road rage case. Upadhyay claims the FIR is retaliatory, stemming from his reporting on alleged irregularities in donations to Ayodhya's Ram temple and corruption in Uttar Pradesh. He fears arrest and seeks quashing of the FIR or transfer of the investigation to an independent agency.
Some actors dress for the spotlight. Sai Pallavi, however, seems to bring a little bit of her character wherever she goes. As she steps out for the promotions of Nitesh Tiwari's much-awaited Ramayana, her sari choices are making quite the impression.
A 17-year-old Class 12 student was found hanging from a ceiling fan at her home in Wazirpur JJ Colony, northwest Delhi, on Tuesday. Her family suspects foul play, and police are investigating the incident, with no suicide note found.
The Uttar Pradesh government has introduced new guidelines for state government jobs, barring individuals involved in violent protests aimed at changing the "established social system" and those implicated in serious offences. The rules also clarify that political ideology alone won't disqualify candidates and outline procedures for character verification and provisional appointments. The move has drawn criticism from opposition parties.
'We connected because both us were passionate about films and photography. From those days, he was into tech and geeky stuff. We used to watch movies at his house.'
Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday dismissed concerns about the stability of the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government. His comments came after MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi resigned from the party, citing abandonment of key election promises, and amid reports of internal differences following a recent Cabinet expansion. Choudhary asserted the government's strength and criticised the BJP.
The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra trust has shortlisted 18 candidates for the Chief Executive Officer position from over 5,300 applicants. Interviews are scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, with the CEO's role focusing on temple administration and management. The selection follows allegations of embezzlement of temple donations, which led to an SIT probe and arrests.
