The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple has submitted its preliminary report to the Uttar Pradesh government. The SIT, formed on June 13 following requests from the temple trust, is continuing its investigation and expects to submit a final report within 10-15 days. Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav had previously raised concerns about missing donations and demanded transparency in the probe.
Ayodhya Police have taken Ram Shankar Yadav into custody following an FIR alleging embezzlement of donations at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. The complaint, lodged by a member of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, names nine individuals and others for systematic theft and misappropriation of funds. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) was formed, and its preliminary findings led to the FIR. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has vowed a 'zero-tolerance' policy and urged evidence submission to the SIT.
Police have arrested the alleged mastermind, Vijayendrakumar alias Bijendra Kumar Gupta, and an associate in the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026 paper leak case, bringing the total number of arrests to 14. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) tracked Gupta, identified as the chief coordinator of an inter-state network, to Samastipur, Bihar. The arrests are expected to help uncover the financial aspects of the racket, which involved an organised criminal syndicate within a printing press.
Police in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested four individuals, including the wife and her alleged lover, in connection with the murder of a 45-year-old utensil trader. The victim, Umashankar Kaushal, was found dead near a canal on Thursday. Investigations revealed a conspiracy stemming from the wife's relationship, which the trader opposed.
A 40-year-old tribal woman in Madhya Pradesh's Alirajpur district was allegedly gang-raped by robbers who broke into her home, sustaining severe injuries. The incident has led to the opposition Congress demanding a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe and financial assistance for the victim. Police are investigating the case and searching for the culprits.
The Delhi Police have arrested Mursaleen alias Gullu (25) and Naveen (20), alleged operatives of the Himanshu Bhau gang. They are accused of facilitating financial transactions, arranging fake identities, and providing logistical support to shooters, acting on instructions from the gang's leaders based abroad. A pistol and five live cartridges were recovered during the operation.
Police in Meghalaya have arrested a man for the murder of a seven-year-old orphan boy, solving a case that remained unsolved for six months. The accused, a neighbour of the victim, allegedly smothered the child after an argument.
A Delhi-based content creator, Amir Shokeen, has been arrested for allegedly racially abusing and humiliating a youth from Tripura in a viral video. Delhi Police took suo motu cognisance of the incident, which has drawn widespread condemnation from political leaders including Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and Tripura CM Manik Saha. The Tripura Students Forum Delhi also filed a complaint seeking urgent investigation into the alleged sexual assault and derogatory remarks.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has filed a charge sheet against self-proclaimed godman Ashok Kharat in two of the 17 cases registered against him, accusing him of sexual harassment. The SIT cyber team has removed thousands of objectionable videos related to the cases, and multiple police departments are investigating the various charges against Kharat.
A Delhi court has convicted a woman, Asma, under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act for possessing over 2 kg of ganja, rejecting her defence that the contraband was planted by police. The court found the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, despite defence arguments regarding lack of independent witnesses and procedural lapses.
A Delhi court has convicted a woman, Asma, under the NDPS Act for possessing over 2 kg of ganja, rejecting her defence that the contraband was planted by police. The court found the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, with the matter now listed for arguments on the quantum of sentence.
Two more cases have been registered against self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, police said on Saturday, adding that the Special Investigation Team which conducting a probe against him has received more than 100 complaints over phone.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing alleged embezzlement at the Ram temple in Ayodhya will conduct a re-audit of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust's accounts for the past five years, following preliminary findings of large-scale irregularities.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has issued a stern warning against gang wars and vowed a strong response after Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's car was fired upon in Mumbai.
The family of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, who was shot dead last week in Mansa, is refusing a post-mortem examination until their demands are met. They are seeking a trauma centre in Jhota's name and compensation for the injured, despite the CBI taking over the murder investigation. Protests are ongoing, and a joint action committee has called for resignations and dismissals of officials.
A man in Bengaluru has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 25-year-old wife, Ruksana, over suspicion of an illicit relationship and then dumping her body in a stormwater drain. The decomposed body was found on October 13, and the husband, Mohammed Irfaz, confessed to the crime after initial denials.
Six individuals have been arrested across two districts in Bihar for their alleged involvement in a murder case and an attack on Special Task Force (STF) personnel. Three of the accused sustained bullet injuries during an exchange of fire with police while attempting to flee in Sitamarhi, while three others were arrested in Vaishali for assaulting STF members.
A Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) in Bhutan's Lemthang has caused water to flow towards India's Sankosh River, leading to a high alert in North Bengal. Authorities have advised evacuations, activated disaster management teams, and relocated thousands of residents as they monitor the situation closely for potential flooding.
Rahul Jaiswal, detained in connection with a police officer's death during an illicit liquor crackdown in Madhya Pradesh, has reportedly admitted to Congress party association and managing a liquor shop. The incident involved SHO Dilip Puri being run over by a truck smuggling illicit liquor. Police have detained two others, Keram Singh Changod and Vijay Rao. The case has sparked a political war of words between Congress and BJP, with BJP alleging Congress involvement in the illegal trade.
West Bengal and Assam have initiated high alert measures, including the evacuation of 12,000 people, following a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in Bhutan's Gasa region. The incident caused a significant rise in the Sankosh River's water level, prompting authorities to deploy disaster response teams and monitor vulnerable areas.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered a CBI probe into the death of a trainee doctor at R G Kar Medical College, following allegations of evidence destruction and attempts to downplay the incident.
A court in Kottayam has found former state DGP Tomin J Thachankary guilty of amassing wealth disproportionate to his known sources of income under the Prevention of Corruption Act. The sentence will be pronounced later, with the prosecution arguing against leniency despite Thachankary's health plea.
The Delhi High Court is set to hear a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) on October 16 concerning the right to peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar. The plea seeks directions to authorities to permit demonstrations and declare peaceful protest as part of free speech, following recent protests and alleged police actions. Another PIL regarding assaults on protesters was adjourned to November.
Fashion model Shraddha Dubey, a prime suspect in the alleged murder of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma, has been arrested in Nagpur by a joint police team. Dubey, who was on the run for 11 days, denies involvement, claiming Sharma died by suicide due to financial distress, while his family alleges murder.
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.
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay have developed an innovative, low-cost device capable of screening for anaemia and sickle cell disease using just a single drop of blood. This point-of-care approach measures blood smear length to detect differences in viscosity, which are indicative of these conditions. The patented device is designed for cost-effective manufacturing and ease of use, making it ideal for areas with limited access to conventional diagnostic laboratories. The technology is currently licensed to an IIT Bombay startup and is moving towards regulatory approval.
A 70-year-old woman was found strangled to death in her home in Hattipura village, Chittorgarh, with jewellery missing from her neck. Police suspect murder with intent to rob. An investigation is underway, and a forensic team has collected evidence.
Three individuals arrested in Uttar Pradesh in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, have been remanded to 13-day police custody.
Police in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested two alleged drug traffickers, including a woman, and seized over a kilogram of 'smack' (adulterated heroin) worth approximately Rs 2.05 crore. The arrests were part of "Operation Savera," with one of the accused, Shahzad alias Kallu, identified as a habitual offender with multiple prior cases.
The state government has directed the concerned officials in Jamui to ensure speedy punishment for the accused in the case to send a message that the government will not tolerate such incidents.
Former Ram temple trust chief Champat Rai has stated he will address all allegations of donation embezzlement against him only after the Special Investigation Team (SIT) submits its final report. Rai, who observed 'maun dharan' (silence) on the matter, highlighted that the SIT's preliminary report has already been made public. The trust has appointed an interim general secretary and acknowledged the theft from donation boxes, while also appreciating Rai's contributions.
A religious conversion case in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, has led to a police investigation and the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT). A man, Ayush Malik alias Mohammad Ali, claims he voluntarily converted to Islam, while his father alleges illegal conversion and forgery. Authorities have heightened security in the area as the probe continues and arrests have been made.
Police in Delhi have apprehended a 21-year-old youth and a juvenile in connection with the murder of 30-year-old history-sheeter Md Mohnish. The murder, which occurred on October 11, was allegedly motivated by multiple personal grudges, including revenge for a friend's killing and past altercations. Two other assailants remain at large, and weapons were recovered during the arrests.
Model Shraddha Dubey, her driver Danish, and sister Rashmi Dubey have been arrested in Nagpur in connection with the death of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma. Sharma's family alleges he was assaulted and tortured before his death, leading to a murder investigation. Dubey denies involvement, claiming Sharma jumped due to debt.
Ayodhya Police conducted simultaneous raids at the residences of eight individuals arrested in connection with the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple. The raids followed their remand to judicial custody, with police expected to seek custodial remand. The accused were involved in counting donations, and investigators have recovered Rs 79.85 lakh so far in a case registered under various sections including the Prevention of Corruption Act.
The CBI is investigating the murder of Suvendu Adhikari's aide, Chandranath Rath, suspecting it was a meticulously planned contract killing. The investigation involves forensic analysis and examination of potential interstate criminal links.
Police in Madhya Pradesh have registered a case against BJP leader and former MLA Shashank Bhargava for allegedly abetting the suicide of a farmer in Vidisha district.
Amritsar police have successfully dismantled a cross-border arms and explosives smuggling module, arresting five individuals, including a father and son. Authorities recovered a .30 bore assault rifle, two hand grenades, and 13 foreign-made sophisticated pistols, along with 25 live cartridges. The module was reportedly in contact with a foreign-based smuggler, using drones for consignments.
The Delhi High Court is set to hear petitions concerning the alleged closure of Jantar Mantar as a protest site and reported assaults on protesters. Lawyers argue that the closure infringes on the right to free speech, especially as no alternative sites were designated. Separately, Delhi Police have denotified Jantar Mantar and named three new protest locations.
A Nashik court has granted bail to TCS employee Nida Khan, arrested two months ago in connection with alleged sexual harassment and religious conversion cases at the company's unit. Her co-accused, Danish Shaikh, was denied bail. Khan's bail was sought on grounds of pregnancy, while the prosecution argued against it, citing evidence of sexual assault and religious coercion, including attempts to convert a Scheduled Caste victim. A Special Investigation Team is investigating nine such cases at the TCS Nashik unit, and TCS has stated a zero-tolerance policy.
