In crowded Mumbai trains, passengers, despite being crushed and unable to breathe, watch the IPL action on their phones. Oxygen may be optional, but the live score is not.
A man in Jharkhand has been arrested for allegedly strangling his 13-year-old sister to death after becoming enraged by her social media contact with his brother-in-law. The incident highlights the tragic consequences of honour-based violence and social media disputes within families.
Ravichandran Ashwin discusses his reasons for retiring from the IPL, citing a disappointing and mentally taxing experience with the Chennai Super Kings in 2025.
A notorious criminal, Mohammad Salim alias 'Ganja', with numerous murder and burglary cases against him, was arrested in Delhi after a brief shootout with the Special Task Force (STF).
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded sharply on Monday, driven by a correction in crude oil prices due to ceasefire efforts in West Asia and strong buying in bank stocks.
A 30-year-old man in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested after confessing to killing his wife with an iron rod and dumping her body in a forest.
The death toll in the East Champaran hooch tragedy has risen to nine, prompting arrests and a special investigation into the consumption of spurious liquor in the Turkauliya and Raghunathpur areas of Motihari.
Donald Trump has extended the deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating tensions between the two countries. Trump issued a harsh warning to Tehran, threatening to target Iran's energy and civil infrastructure if the Strait is not opened.
Thousands of West Bengal residents whose names were deleted from electoral rolls are awaiting decisions from tribunals, the final recourse after initial appeals were rejected. The fate of around 2.3 million people hinges on these adjudications, raising concerns about voting rights and citizenship.
The glimpses from NASA's Artemis II mission capture a historic moment -- preparations for humanity's return to the Moon for the first time since the Apollo 17 Moon landing in 1972.
The Iranian military has asserted that its forces successfully targeted and downed a US A-10 aircraft, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
Indian equities on Dalal Street declined in early trade on Monday as crude oil prices climbed amid fears of further escalation in the West Asia the war. Track Sensex, Nifty50 movement and key market drivers for Apr 6, 2026.
Tim David credits Dinesh Karthik's coaching for his explosive innings against CSK, while Rajat Patidar praises David as the best finisher he's ever seen. CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad laments his own performance after the loss.
Chennai Super Kings are hopeful that Dewald Brevis will recover from his side strain in time for their match against Delhi Capitals on April 11, 2026.
Delhi Police have uncovered a racket involving the illegal diversion and sale of government-supplied medicines intended for free distribution in hospitals, seizing drugs worth Rs 70 lakh and arresting five individuals.
A pro-Kannada organisation protested against the Governor of Karnataka over a letter asking the state government to reconsider its decision to replace the marks system with a grading system for the third language in the SSLC exam.
Delhi Police have arrested a man allegedly associated with the Surender Fauji gang and recovered a pistol along with ammunition from his possession. The accused, Rakesh Banjara, has a history of criminal activity.
"The world might face a food crisis if the war continued till the end of April, as it could have a dramatic impact on planting in Europe and North America," said Matt Simpson, CEO of Brazil Potash.
US President Donald Trump has asserted that the destruction of an American military aircraft will have no bearing on diplomatic discussions with Iran, according to a report by NBC News.
A court in Madurai, India, has sentenced nine police officers to death for the custodial deaths of a father and son in Sathankulam, Tamil Nadu, in 2020. The victims, P Jayaraj and J Bennix, were killed after being arrested for violating COVID-19 lockdown rules.
Police in Manipur, India, have arrested four militants from various groups near the Myanmar border in the Tengnoupal district, as part of ongoing efforts to combat extortion and criminal activities.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies are closely monitoring crude oil prices and considering low single-digit price increases, while consumer durables firms have already begun passing on significant price hikes to consumers due to rising input costs exacerbated by the West Asia conflict.
An excise department team seized a container in northwest Delhi's Samaypur Badli area that was being used as a godown of illicit liquor, recovering 187 cartons worth over Rs 5 lakh.
Police in Meerut have arrested three individuals, including a woman, following the deaths of three men who consumed liquor from the same bottle. Investigations suggest the incident was a planned poisoning, not a case of toxic alcohol.
Police in Meerut have arrested three individuals, including a woman, following the deaths of three men who consumed liquor from the same bottle. Investigations suggest the incident was a planned poisoning, not a case of toxic alcohol.
Aditi Ashok of India experienced a setback in the third round of the Aramco Championship, carding a four-over 76, which resulted in her falling to T-20. Other Indian golfers, Pranavi Urs and Avani Prashanth, also faced challenges during the round.
Telangana's anti-narcotics unit arrested six individuals, including a model-actor and a DJ, for alleged drug consumption at a resort party in Hyderabad. The raid was conducted based on intelligence, and those arrested tested positive for various drugs.
A Middle East expert claims that President Trump's approach to Iran is endangering US interests in the Gulf region, with support for the Iranian regime growing amid US-Israel tensions.
The Supreme Court has directed the CBI to investigate contracts awarded to Arunachal Pradesh CM's family, prompting criticism from the Congress party.
US President Donald Trump on Monday said that Iran could be "taken out" in a single night, suggesting that such a move could come as early as Tuesday amid rising tensions in West Asia.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump used unusually harsh language to convey his message, reminding Tehran of his deadline to 'make a deal' or 'open the Strait'.
A clash erupted between two groups in Odisha's Malkangiri district over a prayer meeting, leading to police intervention and arrests.
Rajasthan Royals won the toss and chose to bat first against Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
A 19-year-old student from Odisha drowned in the sea near Varkala, Kerala, after being swept away by strong currents. Police have launched an investigation into the tragic incident.
Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran has accused the party of engaging in caste-based campaigning in the Ambalapuzha constituency, leading to a heated exchange with party officials.
Jindal Steel has successfully deployed syngas in its galvanising and colour coating line furnaces to combat shortages of natural gas, LPG, and propane. This innovative approach allows the company to sustain operations and promotes energy self-reliance.
Veteran industrialist Venu Srinivasan has resigned from the Bai Hirabai Jamsetji Tata Navsari Charitable Institution, following a challenge to his appointment by a former trustee.
'Nearly 80 of 85 JD-U MLAs are not in favour of a CM from the BJP.'
Security agencies in Rajasthan have detained four individuals and seized approximately 12 kg of heroin, suspected to have been smuggled from across the Indo-Pak border using drones. The operation involved a joint effort by CID, local police, and the Border Security Force (BSF).
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