Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced cash prizes for the state's medal winners at the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games and promised future rewards for Olympic athletes.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) released footage of a maritime operation where Marines boarded an Iranian-flagged vessel, the Touska, in the Gulf of Oman, leading to heightened tensions and threats of retaliation from Iran.
Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is expected to make his bowling return for Kolkata Knight Riders in their upcoming IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants, providing a boost to the team's bowling attack.
Iran has reiterated that key preconditions must be met before negotiations with the United States can begin to resolve the conflict in West Asia, including a ceasefire in Lebanon and the release of blocked Iranian assets.
The first thing you notice about Bhutan is not the mountains, but the silence.
The Indian government has launched the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) with a total outlay of Rs 1 lakh crore, aiming to leverage private and market finance for urban infrastructure projects by providing state support in capacity building and credit guarantees.
Vishnu Aravind's Madhuvidhu is a family entertainer that works in parts but falters when its drama turns unconvincing, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iran if a deal is not reached before the ceasefire ends, while Pakistan urged both sides to extend the truce and pursue diplomacy.
Former chief secretary Vinit Chowdhary has criticised Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu over his handling of graft allegations in the Chester Hill housing project.
A 20-year-old youth was found dead at a government school in Gurugram. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, including a possible head injury.
The BJP will use Samrat Choudhary to make a dent into Nitish Kumar's traditional social support base of Kurmi and Koeri/Kushwaha communities.
The alleged suicide of a first-year BDS student in Kerala has sparked outrage and prompted investigations into claims of caste-based harassment. The Chief Minister has condemned the incident, and various organisations are offering support to the student's family and calling for measures to prevent future occurrences.
A forest official in Karnataka is under investigation after a video surfaced allegedly showing him demanding a bribe from a farmer who suffered crop damage due to a wild elephant attack.
The Andhra Pradesh government has launched a drone delivery initiative to provide healthcare services to remote tribal regions of Alluri Sitarama Raju district, transporting diagnostic samples, essential medicines, and critical medical supplies.
An Assistant Executive Engineer in Belagavi, India, is under investigation after the Lokayukta discovered disproportionate assets worth over 14 crore, including gold, silver, bank deposits, and properties.
An Assistant Executive Engineer in Belagavi, India, is under investigation after authorities discovered disproportionate assets worth over Rs 14 crore, including gold, silver, bank deposits, and properties.
Pakistani security forces killed six militants in an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan province. The militants, belonging to a banned outfit, were preparing an attack when security forces intervened.
US President Donald Trump on Sunday announced that the American Navy will henceforth block all maritime traffic entering the Strait of Hormuz.
The second edition of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) will be held in Hyderabad from June 16 to 28, featuring the Rugby 7s format and six franchises from the inaugural season.
A tractor-trolley collided with a three-wheeler in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, injuring two people, one critically. The tractor driver fled the scene, and the incident follows a recent death of a forest guard by a vehicle involved in illegal sand mining.
A youth in Kota has been booked for allegedly throwing firecrackers at crocodiles in the Chandralohi river to create a social media reel. The incident has raised concerns about wildlife protection and the dangers of social media stunts.
A Deputy Commissioner of the Commercial Tax Department in Karnataka was arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 6 lakh from a businessman related to an Input Tax Credit case.
Chief Justice of India expresses concern over the increasing number of digital arrest scams, highlighting a recent case where an elderly woman was defrauded of her retirement benefits.
An accountant in Bokaro district, India, has been arrested for allegedly embezzling over Rs 6 crore from the treasury's salary disbursement account. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the fraud.
The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) in India is actively integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into government processes to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accuracy. Initiatives include AI-enabled solutions for salary processing, grievance handling, and training content development, with a focus on data security and ethical use.
A Delhi court has granted transit remand to Telangana Police for two Delhi-based bank employees arrested in connection with a cyber fraud targeting a retired doctor in Hyderabad.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's remark calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a 'terrorist' has triggered strong reactions from the BJP, who have demanded an apology from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin.
Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien has challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claims about India's progress, citing poverty statistics and West Bengal's economic growth.
Delhi Police have frozen assets worth approximately Rs 5 crore belonging to a notorious criminal involved in organised crime, including illegal gambling, in northwest Delhi.
A Maharashtra Legislative Council official has demanded strict action against TCS employees in Nashik following allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion. An SIT has been formed and arrests have been made.
A Nashik police Crime Branch team arrived in Mumbra, Thane district, to track down a woman accused in a case related to alleged religious conversion and sexual harassment at a TCS unit. The absconding accused has been on the police radar following complaints in Nashik, where the scandal-hit TCS unit is based.
Shoolini University has launched a Centre for Robotics and AI in collaboration with Sirena Technologies to provide students with industrial-grade robotics training and bridge the gap between academia and industry.
US President Donald Trump warned that the United States is prepared to launch a military strike on Iran if peace negotiations in Islamabad fail, while Vice President JD Vance departed for talks in Pakistan.
Jammu and Kashmir has shown significant progress in addressing public grievances through the JK Samadhan portal, achieving an 88 per cent disposal rate. District administrations and key departments have played a crucial role in this achievement, with high disposal rates and positive citizen feedback.
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.
A private hospital in Ayodhya, India, has been sealed and is under investigation following the deaths of a woman and her newborn, allegedly due to medical negligence during childbirth.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating faculty members at Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student. The student's family alleges he was emotionally harassed by faculty, leading to a suspected suicide. The college has suspended two faculty members and is cooperating with the police investigation.
A former Congress leader from Himachal Pradesh's Mandi district has accused the Shimla Police of attempting to abduct him, alleging it was directed by high-ranking officials in the state government after he was stopped for traffic violations.
Mumbai Congress president Varsha Gaikwad has called for a thorough investigation into the Ashok Kharat case, focusing on the leak of victim videos and call detail records. She raised concerns about women's safety and potential political involvement.
HDFC Bank reports a 12% credit growth for the March quarter, alongside the unexpected resignation of its chairman, Atanu Chakraborty, due to ethical concerns.
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