Madhurima Sawant and Sonal Patil secured upset victories over seeded opponents in the first round of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Open Endurance ITF tennis tournament. Other Indian players also advanced to the next round.
Zeel Desai, Madhurima Sawant, and Jennifer Luikham qualified for the quarterfinals of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Open Endurance. Top seed Zhibek Kulambayeva also advanced, along with other seeded players.
Mumbai police have detained a man for allegedly threatening to blow up two prominent hotels in south Mumbai, including the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel.
Top seeds Justina Mikulskyte, Zuzanna Pawlikowska, Vaidehee Chaudhari, and Zeel Desai advanced to the singles quarterfinals of the Tumakuru Open ITF W35. In doubles, Indian and international pairs also secured spots in the semifinals after intense matches.
The chief minister fielded a volley of questions from the Opposition benches regarding the fire that broke out at Birch by Romeo Lane, a nightclub at Arpora village in North Goa that claimed 25 lives last month.
A joint operation by local police and the STF in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, resulted in the seizure of over 15 quintals of cannabis and the arrest of two individuals involved in smuggling the contraband from Odisha to Lucknow.
A 34-year-old woman, reportedly suffering from depression, allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Thane district, Maharashtra. The woman, identified as Varsha Tushar Sawant, was found hanging at her home in Dombivli West. Police investigations suggest she was struggling with mental distress following the deaths of her parents and siblings.
A Mumbai court has denied bail to a BEST bus driver involved in a fatal accident, citing his lack of training on electric vehicles and negligence.
Indian players showcased impressive performances at the ITF W15 Tumakuru Open, with several securing victories in both singles and doubles matches. However, eighth seed Akanksha Dileep Nitture faced an early exit in the women's singles.
Goa Police are planning to issue a Look Out Circular (LOC) against right-wing activist Gautam Khattar, who has been untraceable since an FIR was registered against him over remarks on St Francis Xavier.
Goa police have formed teams to trace right-wing activist Gautam Khattar after his remarks against St Francis Xavier created a stir. Complaints have been filed against Khattar in multiple locations across Goa.
Goa Police are initiating a Look Out Circular (LOC) against Gautam Khattar after alleged objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier. Khattar is accused of hurting religious sentiments and creating communal discord. The move aims to prevent him from fleeing the country as police search for him.
The Maharashtra Congress has alleged that sensitive information related to the Ashok Kharat case is being leaked, questioning whether the state government is misusing its machinery to settle personal scores.
Controversy escalates in Goa over alleged objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier, with protests and police complaints filed. The Congress demands the sacking of a minister, while the CM calls for maintaining communal harmony.
Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte has called for police action and accountability after videos showing alleged drug dealing and solicitation at Calangute beach went viral. He emphasised the need to protect Goa's image as a safe and preferred tourist destination.
Right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar, wanted by Goa police for alleged offensive remarks against St Francis Xavier, has been arrested in Himachal Pradesh. The arrest follows a non-bailable warrant and a search operation after Khattar's speech sparked controversy.
A local court has issued a non-bailable warrant against right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar, wanted by Goa Police for allegedly making offensive remarks against St Francis Xavier.
A man was injured in a shooting in Navi Mumbai after an unidentified assailant on a motorcycle opened fire. Police are investigating the incident as attempted murder.
Goa Police have issued a Look Out Circular against right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar for alleged objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier and arrested his brother in Uttarakhand. The arrest follows widespread condemnation and protests over Khattar's remarks at an event in Goa.
Imran Khan and Vishal Gehani secured victories in their respective matches at the CCI Snooker Classic, showcasing strong performances and strategic gameplay.
Indian tennis player Zeel Desai progresses to the semifinals of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Open Endurance Women's ITF tournament after defeating Jennifer Luikham. Other quarterfinal results and doubles semifinal outcomes are also reported.
Film folk hoped to end their week with a laugh, and lined up for the special screening of Mastiii 4 in Mumbai.
NDA leaders have defended proposed amendments to the Women's Reservation Act and the Delimitation Bill, 2026, arguing women have waited long enough for reservation, while opposition parties allege the process could undermine India's federal and democratic structure, particularly impacting southern states.
Four Indian players progressed to the second round of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Open Endurance Women's USD 15,000 ITF tournament. Other international players also secured victories in the first round.
The Indian government and opposition parties are set for a showdown in Parliament over a Constitution amendment bill concerning the implementation of the women's quota law and the delimitation exercise. The Opposition is concerned about the potential impact of delimitation on the political representation of southern states.
Several opposition parties on Wednesday decided to jointly oppose the delimitation provisions in the Constitution amendment bill in Parliament, even as they reiterated support for women's reservation, with Mallikarjun Kharge alleging the move is politically motivated.
The Goa BJP has accused the Congress party of attempting to downplay the involvement of a councillor's son in a sex scandal, citing photographs of the councillor with Congress leaders.
A court in Thane district granted bail to CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal, who were arrested in connection with an alleged cheating case involving Rs 71.60 lakh. The court cited a lack of prima facie evidence against them.
Mumbai-based caretaker Suchita Sawant tells us how she raised her son, funded his education and continues to support herself financially and brings smiles and comfort in the lives of several elderly and helpless patients.
A court in Thane district granted bail to CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal in an alleged Rs 71.60 lakh cheating case, citing a lack of prima facie evidence against them. The case involves allegations of impersonation and misuse of the CoinDCX brand by fraudsters.
'The jail staff told me Kasab was served only jail food and not biryani.' 'They told me that Kasab was beaten regularly after court proceedings.' 'And they filled Kasab's bottle with urine so that whenever he felt thirsty he used to drink urine.'
The Indian government addressed opposition concerns regarding the West Asia crisis in an all-party meeting, outlining its strategy for ensuring the security of the Indian diaspora, fulfilling energy needs, and maintaining diplomatic relations with key partners. The government also dismissed Pakistan's reported mediation efforts.
Amanpreet Singh wins 25m centre fire gold as India sweep the podium and finish with 33 medals at the Asian Championship in New Delhi. Sift Kaur Samra and Tejaswini Sawant also shine.
BJP and Congress workers clashed in Pune following controversial remarks equating Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj with Tipu Sultan, leading to injuries and police intervention.
Seven individuals, including a local outfit president, have been booked for unlawful assembly and creating public nuisance after allegedly offering namaz inside the Malegaon Municipal Corporation's electricity department office. The incident has sparked controversy and led to protests.
UP Prometheans and Rajasthan Regals maintain their lead in the DP World PGTI 72 The League after winning all their matches in the third round.
'Lovemaking involves your partner's brain, imagination, emotions, tuning in to you, and your response to your partner.' 'If you look at it as something transactional or something that's a part of a relationship formula as determined by society, then it's fornication, not lovemaking.'
Thousands of supporters gathered to pay their last respects, chanting slogans in his memory. The large turnout and emotional farewell highlighted Ajit Pawar's strong grassroots connect and his significant influence in Maharashtra politics.
Maharashtra minister's announcement regarding the disbursement of financial aid under the Ladki Bahin Yojana before Makar Sankranti has triggered a controversy, with the Opposition alleging a violation of the Model Code of Conduct ahead of municipal elections. The State Election Commission has sought a report on the matter.
Investigation into the Mumbai BEST bus accident suggests human error as the cause, with the vehicle appearing mechanically sound. The accident resulted in four fatalities and several injuries.
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