The Election Commission has intensified preparations for the West Bengal Assembly elections by reshuffling senior officers and deploying IAS and IPS officers in key poll management roles.
Two youths from Rajasthan were killed in drone attacks in Oman amid the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran.
Two teenage cousins were killed in a tractor accident in Saharanpur while they were out shopping for Eid. The driver has been arrested.
Political parties in West Bengal react to the Election Commission's reshuffle of senior administrative and police officials ahead of upcoming elections, with TMC criticising the move and BJP and CPI(M) welcoming it.
Following the death of Iranian sailors in the Indian Ocean, Iran's navy has threatened 'deadly retaliation,' accusing the US of attacking its warship off the coast of Sri Lanka, escalating tensions in the region.
A 31-year-old man died after his motorcycle caught fire in Nanded, Maharashtra. Authorities are investigating, including the Anti-Terrorism Squad, due to reports of firecracker sounds during the incident.
'Our diplomacy should have been focused on preventing war and avoiding the inevitable disruptions it would cause, posing a real risk to India's growth story,' asserts former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized a large consignment of illegal walkie-talkies and second-hand hard drives at Nhava Sheva Port, leading to the arrest of two individuals.
The Election Commission's move to transfer West Bengal's chief secretary and DGP soon after the announcement of Assembly poll dates triggered a political slugfest.
Andhra Pradesh MLA C Balaraju lost 12 lakh after clicking on a malicious APK file, leading to a police investigation into a potential organised cyber fraud gang.
Delhi Police have arrested a 54-year-old woman in connection with the alleged murder of her two daughters in Malviya Nagar. The woman, who reportedly attempted suicide, was arrested after medical evaluation.
Police in Agar Malwa district of Madhya Pradesh seized 613.6 kg of poppy husk, valued at Rs 1.22 crore, from a truck and arrested a man.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized a large consignment of prohibited walkie-talkies and second-hand hard disk drives (HDDs) at Nhava Sheva Port, leading to the arrest of a father-son duo involved in the illegal import.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in West Bengal as part of an investigation into the operations of an alleged illegal call centre.
Delhi Police have arrested a man accused of posing as a property dealer, defrauding buyers and sellers, and then absconding. The suspect, Rahul Paswan, was apprehended after being on the run for nearly a year.
Indian security agencies have arrested seven foreign nationals, including a US security analyst and six Ukrainians, for allegedly entering India illegally from Myanmar and suspected of training insurgent groups. The arrests have raised concerns about security vulnerabilities along the India-Myanmar border and triggered diplomatic friction.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized approximately 8.3 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine worth Rs 8.3 crore in Bengaluru and arrested three individuals involved in the drug trafficking network.
A labourer has been arrested for allegedly murdering a man in a fish market in Badlapur East, Thane district. The motive for the crime is currently under investigation.
Four CID personnel in Himachal Pradesh have been arrested for their alleged involvement in drug trafficking, following the seizure of LSD strips and subsequent investigation.
Delhi Police arrested three men in Mahipalpur for illegally hoarding LPG cylinders and selling them at inflated prices. The raid uncovered a large number of domestic and commercial cylinders, along with refilling equipment.
A recent report reveals that a significant percentage of CCTV cameras installed in Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) schools are non-functional, raising concerns about safety and surveillance.
India's plans to ration the consumption of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) - in response to reduction in their import owing to war in West Asia - may fall short of what is needed to meet domestic needs.
A social media influencer in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, was arrested after allegedly making derogatory remarks against the Valmiki community in a video posted online, leading to protests and road blockades.
'Nitish Kumar may be marginalised as an office-holder, but that is not the same thing as the disappearance of Nitish Kumar's politics.'
Delhi Police arrested over 60 people in Rohini during a four-day anti-crime drive targeting organised and street crime, recovering illegal arms, illicit liquor, and stolen property.
Punjab's Digvijay Kadian showcased his snooker prowess with two century breaks, securing a dominant 6-1 victory over Shahyan Razmi in the CCI Snooker Classic semifinal.
The Uttarakhand High Court has directed state authorities to provide status reports on FIRs related to the 'Mohammad Deepak' incident, where a gym operator confronted Bajrang Dal activists harassing a Muslim shopkeeper.
According to a statement issued by the Turkish ministry of defence, search and rescue operations were launched immediately after the crash, leading to the recovery of the wreckage and the bodies of those onboard.
Opposition MPs in the Rajya Sabha criticised the Modi government's economic policies, citing the LPG crisis, lack of energy security, and concerns over the Economic Stabilisation Fund.
Five individuals, including three children, were discovered dead in a rented house in Kochi. Police are investigating the circumstances, suspecting a possible suicide pact.
Digvijay Kadian of Punjab showcased exceptional form to defeat Brijesh Damani and win the CCI Snooker Classic 2026, marking his first senior title.
A newly married man in Uttar Pradesh, India, allegedly fled with a substantial dowry after deceiving the bride's family by posing as an IAS officer. Police are investigating the incident as a potential serial scam.
A police inspector in Mangaluru has been suspended following the emergence of audio and video clips suggesting inappropriate behaviour towards a woman. An inquiry is underway, with the Karnataka State Women's Commission also involved.
A 14-year-old girl from Sikkim was rescued after allegedly staging her own kidnapping and demanding a ransom from her parents.
Delhi Police have arrested three men for allegedly robbing a transport company employee of Rs 23 lakh at gunpoint near Shastri Nagar Metro station. The robbery was executed based on an insider tip-off, and a significant portion of the stolen cash has been recovered.
The Opposition had the numbers to win one Rajya Sabha seat from Bihar. As it turned out, four MLAs skipped the voting, helping the NDA to sweep the polls.
The central government has approved additional financial assistance of 1,912.99 crore to five states and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, which were affected by various natural disasters in 2025.
A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Karnataka for allegedly murdering his relative following a dispute over access to a pathway. The incident occurred in Dodawad village, where a long-standing feud culminated in a fatal attack with an agricultural weapon.
Three women were killed in separate lightning strikes in Jharkhand's Chatra district. One woman died while collecting mahua flowers, while two sisters were killed near their home. Several others were injured.
Thousands of Naga students and citizens rallied in Kohima, Nagaland, opposing the central government's directive to mandate the singing of Vande Mataram in official functions and educational institutions, citing concerns over secularism and religious freedom.
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