Four people have been booked in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly abducting and assaulting a man, tying him to a tree, and beating him. The incident, captured in a viral video, occurred under the Kunda police station limits, prompting a police investigation and condemnation from political figures.
West Bengal Police have appealed for peace in North 24 Parganas after the murder of a BJP leader's aide. Security has been increased in sensitive areas following protests by BJP supporters demanding the arrest of the assailants.
Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly providing logistical support and shelter to foreign members of the Jaish-e-Muhammad's Saifullah group in Kishtwar district.
Akeal Hosein explains his strategy to dismiss KL Rahul and highlights powerplay discipline as Chennai Super Kings beat Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League.
Dehradun Police and the STF have arrested another person allegedly involved in the daylight killing of Jharkhand gangster Vikram Sharma three months ago.
The Trinamool Congress has launched a sharp attack on the Narendra Modi government over rising fuel prices, economic concerns, and exam irregularities, accusing the Centre of betraying citizens.
rediffGURU Nayagam PP, career counsellor and founder of EduJob360 explains why cracking the UPSC exam is a dream for lakhs of young Indians.
Indian-born Canadian golfer Sudarshan Yellamaraju finished tied for 19th at the Truist Championship, while Kristoffer Reitan secured his first PGA Tour win.
Vinesh Phogat has alleged that the Wrestling Federation of India wants her to quit wrestling, but she refuses to give in. She insists she is eligible to compete and questions the WFI's actions against her.
'PM Modi is trying to reduce the volume of fuel consumed instead of raising prices sharply.'
Chanmari FC secured a 2-0 victory against Dempo SC in an Indian Football League match, with goals from Lalruatsanga and Jota. The win moved Chanmari to fifth place, while Dempo dropped to sixth.
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty displayed resilience and skill to reach the men's doubles final at the Thailand Open Super 500 badminton tournament, overcoming Malaysia's Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin in a thrilling three-game match.
The only thing that might make the BJP stop trying to isolate Muslims completely will be if substantial numbers of the community vote for the party that flaunts its animosity towards it, notes Jyoti Punwani.
Venkatesh Iyer's explosive innings of 73 not out off 40 balls propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a formidable 222 for four against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal also made significant contributions.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has directed civil and police authorities to collaborate in curbing organised crime, instilling fear among criminals, and restoring public confidence. This follows a review of the law and order situation in the wake of recent crimes, including a mob-lynching and a murder in Mayurbhanj district.
If current trends persist, the Congress risks becoming increasingly regionally concentrated, dependent on a handful of states rather than functioning as a truly pan-India political force.
Sakshi Chaudhary overcame a series of setbacks, including a loss at the World Championships and missing out on Asian Championships selection, to secure her place at the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games after a strategic shift to the 51kg category.
'At the first sign of real trouble, that money will move. There will be a run.'
The Indian women's recurve team, consisting of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and Kumkum Mohod, secured a dramatic shoot-off victory against China to win the gold medal at the Archery World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai.
UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned from the Cabinet, citing a loss of confidence in Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership, potentially triggering a Labour leadership contest.
Six terrorists were killed in an intelligence-based operation in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The operation was conducted by the Counter Terrorism Department and the Kohat district police department. The terrorists were allegedly planning a large-scale attack in the Lachi tehsil district.
Donald Trump says several issues were settled during the final day of talks with Xi Jinping covering trade, tariffs, and diplomacy.
Counting is underway for municipal corporations in Ambala, Panchkula, and Sonipat, with BJP mayoral candidates leading. Elections were held on Sunday for various municipal bodies across Haryana.
Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar praised David Miller's match-winning innings against Punjab Kings, highlighting his ability to dominate both sides of the field. Bangar criticised Punjab's bowling attack for their lack of variation, which allowed Miller to score freely and guide Delhi Capitals to a crucial victory in their IPL 2026 playoff chase.
Four Myanmar nationals were arrested in Manipur's Churachandpur district for alleged drug trafficking, with heroin seized in two separate operations.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya discusses how the increased power-hitting in the IPL is forcing bowlers to evolve and adapt their strategies to stay competitive.
A new study suggests that airborne micro- and nanoplastic particles may contribute to global warming, potentially accounting for over 16 per cent of the impact of black carbon.
Virat Kohli achieves another historic milestone by becoming the first Indian batter with 10 T20 centuries and fastest to 14,000 runs.
Police in Kozhikode arrested three individuals and seized over one kilogram of MDMA, estimated to be worth more than Rs 30 lakh, during a routine vehicle inspection.
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty displayed resilience to reach the men's doubles final at the Thailand Open Super 500 badminton tournament, overcoming Malaysia's Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin in a thrilling three-game match.
Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground, a historic venue for political rallies and demonstrations, is set to host the swearing-in ceremony of Bengal's first BJP government, marking a significant shift in the state's political landscape. The ground has been a stage for political heavyweights and pivotal moments in Bengal's history.
Top seeds Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty overcame a tough challenge to defeat their Indonesian opponents in the first round of the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament.
Nikhat Zareen expresses her disappointment over the administrative issues between the Boxing Federation of India and the Sports Authority of India, which she believes negatively impacted the boxers' preparations for major events.
Eight civilians, including women and children, were injured in cross-border shelling allegedly carried out by Afghan Taliban forces at a residential border area in Pakistan's northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, police said on Thursday.
The Supreme Court granted bail to the wife of the alleged 'kingpin' of a Rs 3,700-crore scam and directed that no court shall de-freeze the assets attached by the probe agencies in the case till the trial in the FIRs against the accused are concluded.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has suspended three senior IPS officers for alleged mishandling and dereliction of duty during the initial investigation into the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case.
A top Iranian official has blamed the US and Israel for the disruption of global supply chains due to the West Asia conflict, stating that Tehran is not happy about the consequences faced by countries like India.
Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay-led TVK government successfully won the trust vote in the Tamil Nadu assembly, securing 144 votes in favour, with support from the Congress, VCK, and an AIADMK rebel faction.
UK police have made several arrests as part of an investigation into serious offences alleged to have involved members of an Ahmadi sect in north-west England.
A personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, triggering political tensions and a police investigation.
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