Three members of a family were killed in Faridabad after being hit by a speeding truck. The victims were walking towards the highway when the incident occurred. Police have registered an FIR and are searching for the truck driver.
A 32-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly strangling his wife following a domestic dispute at their home in Thane, Maharashtra.
Fresh tension gripped Bhangar and adjoining areas of South 24 Parganas during the second and final phase of West Bengal Assembly elections, with the ISF alleging intimidation of polling agents and attempts to influence voters by TMC workers.
India women's cricket team head coach Amol Muzumdar said the team would return richer in 'learnings' despite a 1-4 defeat against South Africa women. He identified the team's inability to strike in the powerplay and lapses in finishing with the bat as key areas of concern.
Sheikh Yousaf Afridi, a key Lashkar-e-Taiba figure and close associate of Hafiz Saeed, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, police said.
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.
Three suspected members of an inter-state gang involved in theft were arrested following an encounter with police in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh. The suspects sustained bullet injuries during the exchange and were apprehended with weapons and stolen cash.
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Agra Police swiftly responded to a distress alert on X (formerly Twitter) and arrested four individuals for allegedly harassing a woman and a girl on a bus travelling from Kanpur to Ahmedabad.
Agra Police responded swiftly to a distress alert posted on X (formerly Twitter) by a passenger and arrested four people for allegedly harassing two girls on a moving bus.
Sheikh Yousaf Afridi, a key Lashkar-e-Taiba figure and a close associate of Mumbai terror attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, police said.
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.
Shiva Narwal secured gold in the men's 10m air pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup, with Chirag Sharma winning bronze.
Akshay Bhatia and Sahith Theegala experienced setbacks on the third day of the RBC Heritage golf tournament, while Matt Fitzpatrick maintained his lead.
The second phase of the Indian Women's League 2025-26 is scheduled to begin in Kolkata on April 27, following a break for international competitions. East Bengal FC currently leads the league standings.
A 45-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh allegedly died by suicide due to financial stress related to his daughter's upcoming wedding. Police investigations suggest the man was under significant pressure due to his inability to afford the marriage expenses.
Two individuals sustained injuries after a shooting incident occurred in a salon in Pune's Warje area. Police have detained one suspect and are searching for others involved in the attack, which stemmed from a prior dispute.
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.
A 40-year-old man in Jhansi allegedly killed his three-year-old son before committing suicide by hanging himself after an argument with his wife.
Delhi Police have arrested Arbaaz Ali, a 20-year-old man wanted in connection with a murder case in Adarsh Nagar. Ali was apprehended following specific inputs about his movement. He confessed to attacking a couple with his associates, resulting in the death of the wife.
Incidents of violence and vandalism were reported from parts of West Bengal during the early hours of voting in the second phase of the assembly elections on Wednesday, police said. The incidents were reported from multiple locations, including Chapra, Shantipur, Nimtala and Bhangar, they said.
Two police personnel were assaulted in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after intervening in a payment dispute between a wedding band owner and the groom's family. Five people have been arrested following the incident.
Sporadic incidents of violence were reported in Howrah and Haroa areas of West Bengal in the run-up to the second phase of polling. Clashes broke out between Trinamool Congress and BJP supporters in Howrah, while a police sub-inspector was injured in Haroa during a clash between TMC and ISF supporters.
An eight-year-old boy's timely intervention helped prevent the child marriage of his friend from Class 5, scheduled on the night of Akshaya Tritiya, highlighting both the persistence of the social evil and the strength of awareness among children.
A 55-year-old security guard was beaten to death during a robbery attempt at a temple in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Police are investigating the incident and have recovered an iron rod used in the crime.
Police in Odisha have recovered the decomposed body of a real estate businessman who was allegedly kidnapped for ransom a week ago. The victim, Sudhir Patra, was abducted on April 15, and a ransom of Rs 2 crore was demanded. Police suspect he was killed shortly after the kidnapping.
The body of a 35-year-old man was discovered under suspicious circumstances at Maharshi Devaraha Baba Medical College in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the incident to determine the cause of death and how the body ended up on the medical college premises.
An unidentified man was found dead inside a locked women's washroom at Inderlok Metro Station in northwest Delhi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
Grammy-winning superstar Rihanna has made a high-profile return to Mumbai, captivating fans at the airport.
Sara Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandok were spotted in the VIP box during the LSG vs GT IPL match in Lucknow, cheering from the stands.
A suspect in the murder of three family members in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, was injured in a police encounter after attempting to escape custody. The murders stemmed from an argument over smearing cake at a birthday party.
Two farmers in Bidar district, Karnataka, were killed by a lightning strike while taking shelter under a tree during a thunderstorm, prompting police to issue safety warnings.
Two men from Tamil Nadu drowned in the Bhavani river near Attappady, Kerala. The deceased were identified as Sathyam (18) and Nitheesh (19), both from Coimbatore. The incident occurred when they ventured into a deeper section of the river at a tourist destination.
East Bengal FC showcased a dominant performance, securing a 3-0 victory over Odisha FC in the Indian Super League. Bipin Singh Thounaojam's early goal and Youssef Ezzejjari's second-half brace sealed the win, propelling East Bengal up the league table.
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda made their first public appearance as a married couple after their wedding in Udaipur, with photos and videos going viral.
A Delhi Police head constable has been arrested for allegedly shooting dead a delivery agent and injuring his friend after an argument in Jaffarpur Kalan, southwest Delhi. The arrest occurred within 24 hours of the incident, and investigations are ongoing.
A 33-year-old taxi driver in Gurugram allegedly strangled his wife to death before taking his own life at their residence. Police investigations suggest alcohol abuse and marital discord as potential factors.
Manchester United secured a dramatic 3-2 Premier League victory over Liverpool, clinching their return to the Champions League after a two-year absence, thanks to a late goal from Kobbie Mainoo.
'Cinema is such a powerful medium. It is not just the emotional impact, but some of these films are so strong that your entire body cannot help but react.'
BJP's Panihati candidate Ratna Debnath faced protests by TMC workers when she visited a booth in the assembly constituency in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district where polling was underway. She also accused the ruling party activists of preventing her from leaving the booth premises, following an altercation with them over an allegation of influencing voters.
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