A man has been arrested in Latur, Maharashtra, for allegedly impersonating a police officer and cheating people by promising to recover stolen property. The accused tracked theft cases in newspapers, used fake documents, and extracted money from victims.
A 28-year-old man and his two minor sons were found dead in a canal in Nashik district, Maharashtra, with police investigating a possible suicide. The man had left home after a dispute with his wife, and one child remains missing.
Harish Rana, the first person in India to be granted passive euthanasia, has died at AIIMS-Delhi after being in a coma for over 13 years. His case led to a landmark Supreme Court judgment allowing passive euthanasia and sparked discussions about the right to die with dignity in India.
Delhi police have arrested three individuals, including a minor, in connection with the assault of a family and the vandalisation of their car in Sangam Vihar following a road rage incident.
The Supreme Court has criticised the Gurugram Police's handling of a three-year-old rape victim's case, citing an 'insensitive' approach and ordering key officials to appear before the court with all investigation records.
Senior police officials in West Bengal are visiting police stations to ensure free and fair polling for the upcoming Assembly elections, focusing on maintaining law and order and preventing electoral malpractice.
A fire broke out at a five-storey guest house in Gurugram, India, trapping several residents. Emergency services and locals successfully rescued all those trapped, averting a major tragedy.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asserted that Iran is no longer capable of enriching uranium or producing ballistic missiles, following a joint military campaign with the US.
India will host the World Indoor Athletics Championships for the first time in 2028 in Bhubaneswar. The decision was made at the World Athletics Council meeting in Torun, Poland.
A gym owner in Dwarka, India, was targeted in an extortion attempt by Hari Chant Jatt alias Harry Boxer, an associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, who demanded Rs 2 crore. The gym was later attacked with gunfire.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir as part of its investigation into the Red Fort car bomb blast case.
An inmate in Neemka jail, Haryana, threw hot oil on another prisoner, causing severe burns and eye damage. The incident follows a recent murder in the same jail, raising concerns about security.
An engineering student died following a clash between two groups of students at a private institute in Dehradun. Police have arrested three suspects and are investigating the cause of the brawl.
The Delhi government's 2026-27 budget prioritises social welfare, introducing the 'Vayo Anand' scheme for senior citizens' recreational activities and constructing an integrated complex for children in juvenile reform homes.
A gym owner in Dwarka, India, was targeted in an extortion attempt by Hari Chant Jatt alias Harry Boxer, an associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, who demanded Rs 2 crore. The gym was attacked with gunfire, and police are investigating the incident.
A special CBI court in Mumbai has convicted a retired bank manager and nine others in connection with a 2004 loan fraud case, sentencing them to prison terms ranging from one to five years.
A man was arrested in Gorakhpur for allegedly impersonating an IAS officer to marry a woman and defrauding her family of Rs 15 lakh.
Police in Indore have booked unidentified operators of five social media accounts for circulating a fake video on Instagram claiming a scuffle at Punjabi singer Karan Aujla's recent event.
Matter Motor's CEO discusses the increasing role of data and intelligent systems in the automotive industry, highlighting the shift towards software-defined mobility and AI-defined vehicles.
Top Indian athletes, including Animesh Kujur and Praveen Chithravel, are set to compete in the inaugural National Indoor Championships, using the event as preparation for the Asian Games later this year.
A 16-year-old boy in Kanpur, India, allegedly stabbed his 15-year-old classmate to death at a wedding venue over an unpaid debt of Rs 500.
Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran, now an independent candidate, has denied claims by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan that the CM attempted to contact him, sparking a political controversy.
A veterinarian at the Tavarekoppa Lion and Safari Zoo in Shivamogga, India, died after being attacked by a hippopotamus while providing medical care.
Two 17-year-old boys were detained in Surat for possessing cannabis valued at Rs 4.54 lakh. The teenagers, who came from Bihar, were intercepted by police near L N Park Society in the Udhana Bhathena area.
The mother of the RG Kar Medical College victim is entering West Bengal politics as a BJP candidate to fight against the TMC government and seek justice for her daughter's case in the upcoming Assembly election.
The son of a councillor in Goa has been arrested for allegedly shooting and circulating obscene videos of local minor girls, sparking protests and an ongoing police investigation.
Addressing the 36th extraordinary session of the Council of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) held on Thursday in London, the Indian envoy said, "India remains deeply concerned about the evolving situation and continues to call for de-escalation through dialogue and diplomacy, with utmost restraint and priority being given to the safety of civilians."
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Delhi for allegedly stealing gold and diamond jewellery worth approximately Rs 90 lakh to fund his drug addiction. Police recovered the stolen jewellery and revealed the accused had previously engaged in petty thefts.
A clash between priests and devotees at the Jotiba Temple in Kolhapur led to charges against both parties after a palanquin was obstructed during a religious procession.
The Congress party has criticised the Maharashtra government in the legislative assembly following an alleged acid attack on a Class 6 girl student in Sangamner, raising concerns about law and order in the state.
Police in Arunachal Pradesh have arrested four individuals in connection with drug trafficking, seizing heroin worth over Rs 1.6 lakh in Naharlagun.
Inspections conducted across 49 entities including pharmacies, wholesalers, and clinics to detect violations and misleading marketing practices.
DBS Bank India has launched a direct tax payment facility after authorisation from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). Utkarsh Small Finance Bank partners with Mumbai Indians as banking partner for T20 League 2026.
Ajit Pawar, 66, and four other persons were killed after an aircraft carrying them crashed in Maharashtra's Pune district on Wednesday morning
The Cyprus Chess Federation president has criticised Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy's withdrawal from the Candidates Tournament, citing unfounded security concerns and disrespect for organisers and players.
The Garo Hills Autonomous District Council in Meghalaya has approved an amendment restricting participation in council elections to only Scheduled Tribe members, following weeks of unrest and ethnic tensions.
A UK-based doctor, Sangram Patil, is challenging an FIR filed against him in India for alleged objectionable remarks against BJP leaders, claiming it's an attempt to criminalise political speech and dissent.
The Pakistan Cricket Board is adapting the 2026 Pakistan Super League due to a fuel shortage, with matches played without fans and at only two venues.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is developing digital public infrastructure and payments intelligence platforms using artificial intelligence and application programming interfaces to improve customer experience and strengthen the payments ecosystem.
A special NIA court in Mumbai has denied Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case accused Hany Babu permission to visit Kerala, citing previous similar rejections and readily available medical facilities in Mumbai.
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