The initial public offer (IPO) of SBI Funds Management Ltd was fully subscribed on the second day of bidding, receiving bids for 1.17 times the shares on offer, with strong interest from non-institutional investors and anchor investors.
'The Ayodhya incident has certainly hurt the faith of all of us, of Ram devotees like us.'
Director H Vinoth has finally broken his silence on the controversies surrounding Jana Nayagan, addressing allegations of the film's leak and the Censor Board's role in its delayed release, while also defending actor-politician Vijay's decision to remain silent.
The Ayodhya Development Authority has issued a notice to the wife of a Ram temple donation theft accused for alleged unauthorised construction, as police intensify their investigation into the embezzlement case. Recoveries of cash, gold, silver, and a "Ramrajya Kosh" donation box have been made, and eight people have been arrested.
In a bid to provide students with a safe, transparent and quality educational environment, a special drive is being conducted across Uttar Pradesh to strengthen the regulation of coaching institutes and against illegal coaching centres.
The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) has registered a case against former Tamil Nadu Highways Minister E V Velu, nine officials, and a private firm in connection with an alleged multi-crore road construction scam. The case involves fraudulent payments for unexecuted works in Karur and Erode districts, prompting political reactions from DMK Chief M K Stalin.
Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi has launched a scathing attack on the Modi government, accusing it of responding to student demands for accountability and educational reforms with 'cowardice and wanton cruelty,' treating them as 'enemies of the nation.' She further alleged that the government has degraded India's education landscape and routinely chooses violence over dialogue.
The Kerala High Court has vacated its order for police protection to a young woman, who gained fame during the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, after police reported they could not trace her. Her husband faces kidnapping charges, as her family claims she is a minor and opposed their marriage. The court stated protection would be provided if she approaches them.
'The final electoral roll will be published on October 7, 2026.' 'If someone who is otherwise eligible does not find his/her name in that electoral roll, they can fill Form 6 along with other necessary documents to enrol his/her name in the electoral roll after the final publication of the electoral roll also.'
The police sealed the room in the rented house of the accused. The police have taken the DVR of the CCTV camera installed at Mishra's rented house into their custody, official sources said.
India has lodged a 'strong protest' with Iran over recent strikes on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, which resulted in the death of one Indian sailor and injuries to several others, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to diplomatic engagement.
The EPF should remain a retirement nest egg, not be turned into an emergency fund.
The Delhi Police has moved a court to recall or modify an order allowing 2020 Delhi riots accused Shahrukh Pathan to receive raw eggs and a separate television in his prison cell. Pathan's counsel had argued for these provisions due to his client's frustration and depression from prolonged incarceration, but police are seeking reconsideration of the directions.
Two nannies at a daycare centre on an IT firm's campus in Bengaluru have been arrested for allegedly abusing toddlers. The arrests followed viral videos showing caregivers threatening and mistreating children, prompting a strong response from Karnataka's Home Minister and the IT firm, Capgemini.
Indian wedding bookings to Sri Lanka are projected to grow 20-25 per cent annually over the next few years.
How did hundreds of errors slip through multiple stages of drafting, editing, proofreading, expert review and final approval before making their way into classrooms?
Indore authorities have filed a criminal case against the operator of an illegal LPG warehouse after discovering 66 cylinders and refilling equipment.
A local BJP functionary, Vinod, was allegedly beaten to death in Dehradun's Bairagiwala village following an irrigation dispute, leaving three family members critically injured. Authorities have razed "illegal" structures belonging to the accused, and police have registered a case against 12 named suspects and others, deploying forces to maintain law and order.
A tragic fire in Lucknow that claimed 15 lives occurred in a commercial building that had a demolition order issued in 2016 due to unauthorised construction. The order was controversially revoked less than two months later, raising serious questions about the circumstances surrounding the decision. The building, originally allotted for residential use, was later found to have unauthorised commercial construction.
In a hit-and-run case, a scooter rider was killed after being struck by a Mercedes car in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri area, the police said on Tuesday. The driver of the luxury car was arrested on Tuesday in connection with the accident that took place on July 5 near the foot overbridge at the Jahangirpuri Bus Stand on the Outer Ring Road.
In essence, Tata Sons will continue to be a CIC, whether registered or unregistered. It will have to follow the 90:60 principle.
If it qualifies as belonging to the upper layer, public listing will be one of the regulatory requirements. However, if it qualifies as 'unregistered CIC', it will escape from prudential regulation, explains Tamal Bandyopadhyay.
A man was apprehended in Mumbai for distributing suspicious tablets during a procession. One person who consumed a pill experienced adverse symptoms like vomiting and discomfort, though they are now out of danger. Police have registered a case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita section 123, and further investigation is ongoing.
The Lucknow Development Authority has served a notice to the owner of the Aliganj building where a recent fire claimed 15 lives, citing alleged building bylaw violations and unauthorised commercial use. The LDA is also investigating its own officials for previously withdrawing a demolition order against the same property in 2016, while police have arrested four individuals in connection with the tragedy.
Uttar Pradesh authorities have launched a statewide crackdown on black marketing of LPG and other essential commodities, resulting in FIRs against distributors and arrests.
Heavy monsoon rains have severely impacted Thane and Palghar, Mumbai's neighbouring districts, causing extensive waterlogging, tree and wall collapses, and prompting significant rescue efforts, including the tragic death of a six-year-old child.
A first-year MD student in Bareilly allegedly attempted suicide by jumping from a college building after enduring prolonged ragging and mental harassment from senior students. Police have registered an FIR against four senior doctors and others, including the college administration, following a complaint by the student's father, who claims earlier complaints to authorities were ignored.
Goa railway police successfully apprehended a man wanted in a murder case in Karnataka, acting on intelligence inputs about his travel on the Hazrat Nizamuddin Express. The suspect, Prashant Kumar Bhandari, was arrested at Margao railway station.
Capgemini has temporarily closed its Bengaluru on-campus daycare facility following reports and viral videos of alleged toddler abuse by caregivers. The IT firm is reassessing all its daycare providers across India and providing support to affected families. This action comes after Bengaluru police arrested two nannies in connection with the alleged abuse, which included threatening and mistreating children. Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge condemned the incident, highlighting its negative impact on 'Brand Bengaluru' and questioning the company's due diligence.
The Thane City Crime Branch has dismantled a drug trafficking network connected to the Kashmir Valley, arresting three individuals and confiscating charas and tramadol capsules worth over Rs 3.03 crore. The operation is part of a special anti-narcotics drive, with investigations ongoing into the supply chain and financial links.
Two juveniles have been apprehended in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri area for allegedly stabbing a man. The victim, identified as Love, sustained stab injuries and was admitted to a hospital. Police have registered a case and are investigating the motive behind the attack.
Forest authorities in Thane, Maharashtra, are investigating two incidents of monkeys being shot with arrows in the Yeoor forest and are offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of the culprits.
Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have registered an FIR against a man for allegedly filming two women through a bathroom window in Bhiwandi. The incident, reported by a 16-year-old, led to charges under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita and POCSO Act, with the accused currently absconding.
The Bombay High Court has quashed a year-long externment order against a political leader, ruling that involvement in agitations and protests against the government cannot be the sole basis for such orders. Justice Madhav Jamdar stated that externment for opposing government decisions affects fundamental rights, including freedom of speech and expression.
Rajasthan Police in Pratapgarh has frozen assets worth approximately Rs 80 lakh belonging to an alleged drug trafficker, Asad Iqbal, under the SAFEMA and NDPS Act. The action, part of 'Operation Trinetra', followed a financial investigation into his illegal earnings from inter-state drug trafficking, after his arrest for opium possession.
Pune police have dismantled a large online gaming racket that defrauded individuals by luring them to invest in fake gaming apps. Two key individuals have been arrested, and a case registered against 12 people. The operation involved a call centre with 120 employees, and police seized substantial amounts of cash, gold, silver, computers, mobile phones, and a pistol during raids.
The Chhattisgarh High Court has permitted a 21-year-old man, accused in a suicide abetment case and currently in jail, to appear for the NEET-2026 examination under police escort. The court also directed jail authorities to provide him with study material. This decision came after his plea for temporary bail to take the exam was heard, with the court opting for police custody over bail due to the seriousness of the alleged offence.
A 33-year-old prison official, Shiddaramappa Basappa Vaddar, was found dead by hanging in his official quarters in Dharwad. He had been suspended for two months in connection with a case involving the facilitation of prohibited items into the jail. Police are investigating the circumstances of his death and the disciplinary action against him.
The Supreme Court has criticised RTI activism, calling it a "new business," while denying anticipatory bail to an activist accused of obstructing road construction work and intimidating public servants in Punjab.
The Union Home Ministry has designated 23 individuals based in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) as terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for their involvement in infiltration, recruitment, logistics, financing, and operational planning targeting India.
WhatsApp is finally letting you hide your phone number behind a custom username. While it's a massive win for privacy, cybersecurity experts warn it could unleash a wave of identity scams. Here is what you need to know.
