Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's interaction with a young landslide survivor during a township inauguration has ignited a political debate, with CPI (M) leaders contrasting it with PM Modi's earlier interaction with the same girl.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's interaction with a young landslide survivor during a township inauguration has ignited a political debate, with CPI (M) leaders contrasting it with PM Modi's earlier interaction with the same child.
Former Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim faces serious allegations from ex-wife Sannia Ashfaq after announcing his marriage to influencer Nyla Raja, triggering a public war of words on social media.
Former Pakistan off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq has sparked controversy ahead of the India -Pakistan T20 World Cup game in Colombo, suggesting the pitch could be manipulated.
Following reports of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death, widespread protests erupted in Kashmir, with demonstrators expressing strong anti-US and anti-Israel sentiments.
An American lawmaker has voiced concern over the 'Islamisation' of areas in certain constituencies in the US state of Texas, saying visiting local malls there 'feels like you're in Pakistan, not Dallas.'
The trailer of the film, produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and directed by Kamakhya Narain Singh, released on Tuesday and landed straight into controversy. It tracks the stories of three Hindu women from three different states going against their families to marry Muslim men and then being forced to convert.
The upcoming Hindi film 'The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond' is embroiled in controversy, similar to its predecessor, with accusations of hate propaganda and defenses of legitimate concern over religious conversion.
Pakistan captain Salman Agha and Australia skipper Mitchell Marsh were spotted on a tuk-tuk ride near Gaddafi Stadium ahead of the T20I series opener in Lahore, triggering mixed reactions on social media.
Auqib Nabi's journey from a small village in Baramulla to becoming a key player in Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy victory is a story of perseverance and dedication.
Several soccer games in Mexico were postponed due to violence following a military operation and the reported death of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera, alias "El Mencho."
Months after the Asia Cup final ended in an unprecedented trophy snub, the controversy has resurfaced -- this time through a pointed comment from former Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi that has sparked sharp reactions across social media.
The trailer of The Kerala Story 2 has triggered widespread conversation with its intense and controversial messaging of religious conversion. Read reactions and key takeaways from the debate.
A controversy in Kotdwar, Uttarakhand, sparked by a Hindu outfit's protest against a shop named "Baba" owned by a person from a particular community, has been resolved through police intervention and dialogue.
Italy coach John Davison hopes his team's maiden T20 World Cup win will grab front-page headlines back home and boost cricket's growth in the country.
US Representative Greg Steube, a Republican from Florida, introduced the 'Ending Exploitative Imported Labour Exemptions Act or EXILE Act', a bill that would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act by ending the H-1B visa programme.
General Manoj Mukund Naravane's memoir has triggered a controversy by revealing behind-the-scenes decision-making during the 2020 India-China standoff in Ladakh. Its candid account of military and political responses at a critical moment has reignited debate over civil-military relations, accountability, and the limits of disclosure in matters of national security.
The selloff in domestic information technology stocks intensified on Friday, with the Nifty IT index sliding as much as 5.2 per cent during the session before paring losses to close 1.44 per cent lower.
The University Grants Commission's (UGC) new regulations on promoting equity in higher education institutions have sparked protests and legal challenges. This article explains the regulations, the concerns raised, and the government's response.
Silver and gold prices snapped a two-day rebound and declined sharply up to 10 per cent in the futures trade on Thursday amid weak trends in the international markets and a strong US dollar.
Indian security agencies have continued efforts to reinforce the Siliguri Corridor through improved infrastructure, faster mobilisation capability and diversified connectivity routes to the north east.
'To fill these seats, eligibility is being diluted. We are compromising merit and producing degree holders instead of good doctors.'
For a team that once struggled for basic infrastructure, the T20 World Cup is being viewed as a defining leap rather than just another appearance for Nepal.
According to reports, the order was translated into Gujarati for the convenience of motorists from Gujarat and was displayed in border villages, including areas near Acchad.
A Booth Level Officer (BLO) in Uttar Pradesh allegedly died by suicide after being denied leave for his daughter's wedding. Family members and villagers protested, accusing the administration of ignoring repeated pleas for leave.
A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly killing his wife with a stick after a dispute. The accused, Mithun Sahani, was apprehended following a complaint by the victim's father.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to a doctor arrested for allegedly tampering with blood samples in the Pune Porsche crash case, where a minor is accused of killing two people.
A newly-elected AIMIM corporator's victory speech, vowing to 'paint Mumbra green,' has sparked controversy, with rivals questioning its religious overtones. The corporator has since clarified her remarks.
A man in Jalgaon district allegedly shot and killed a married woman he was in love with before taking his own life, police said.
Two individuals were allegedly assaulted in Jharkhand's Deoghar and Koderma districts following rumours that they were childlifters.
A government primary school teacher in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district has been arrested after being accused of molesting three young girls.
Darren Sammy: 'We are most people's second favourite team, but we're playing against their favourite.'
A social organisation in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, staged a controversial protest during 'Holika Dahan', burning pictures of 11 women accused of murdering children, prompting a police investigation.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old man near the Samaypur Badli Metro station in Delhi, following an argument.
A man was shot dead and two others were injured in a firing incident in Patna following a monetary dispute.
'The wedding has already happened. You missed it.'
Aryna Sabalenka said the Australian Open should reconsider its policy on banning wrist-worn fitness trackers after several players were told to remove the devices before coming onto court.
A 35-year-old undertrial prisoner, Azad, died at GTB Hospital in Delhi after being found unconscious in Mandoli Jail. His family alleges he was assaulted, prompting an investigation.
Police in Varanasi have booked three women for allegedly stealing undergarments worth approximately Rs 10,000 from a shop in the Chetganj area. The theft was reported by the shop owner, who provided CCTV footage of the incident.
India's loss to South Africa in the T20 World Cup Super 8s has sparked outrage among fans, who are questioning Coach Gautam Gambhir's decision to bench Axar Patel in favour of Washington Sundar.
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