Mangala Kuppa, an Indian-origin technology leader, has been appointed as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the US Department of Labour, after serving in an acting capacity since October. She also serves as the department's Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer.
A statue of B R Ambedkar was vandalised in Noorpur Jattan village, Punjab, leading to protests and claims of responsibility by a pro-Khalistan leader. Police are investigating the incident, which is not the first of its kind in the area.
Defending champions India U20 will face Bhutan in the semi-finals of the SAFF U20 Championship, while Nepal will play Bangladesh in the other semi-final. India topped Group B after a win against Pakistan and a draw against Bangladesh. Coach Mahesh Gawli has praised his players' performance but stressed the need for more clinical finishing and defensive focus.
A 20-year-old man was arrested in Rajasthan for allegedly engaging in anti-national activities and communicating with a Pakistani terrorist through social media.
Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling operation, arresting two individuals and seizing a cache of foreign-made pistols intended for distribution among criminals in the state.
A woman was killed and another critically injured after being hit by a car during a protest in Indore. The incident occurred during a dispute over the commercial use of a penthouse.
Bengaluru police have seized drugs worth approximately 5.14 crore and arrested 11 individuals, including two foreign nationals, following raids across multiple police station jurisdictions.
Delhi Police have arrested four juveniles in connection with the murder of a 17-year-old boy in northeast Delhi. The suspects confessed to the crime, citing an old enmity with the victim.
A 17-year-old boy died and another was injured after being stabbed during a dispute over food arrangements at a wedding in outer Delhi's Rani Bagh area. Police have apprehended the main suspect and recovered the weapon.
A businessman in Patna, Bihar, was shot outside his home, prompting a police investigation to find the assailants and determine the motive.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of inciting conflict within Indian society and exploiting the resulting instability for financial gain. She also criticised Amit Shah and the BJP's governance.
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The National Stock Exchange (NSE) will launch Dated Brent Crude Oil (Platts) futures on April 13, offering a new hedging tool for market participants.
The CBI has arrested two directors of a Meerut-based company allegedly involved in a cyber fraud scheme using bulk SIM cards and SIM Box technology.
Around 2 million commercial and domestic LPG cylinders will be required to meet demand from hotels, restaurants, and roadside eateries during the upcoming Char Dham Yatra 2026, according to Prajapati Nautiyal, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) for the Char Dham Yatra Administration Organisation.
'In my experience of politics, I have seen political grips and political chokes are mostly hidden. The average person cannot see them,' Rahul Gandhi said.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has accused the BJP of attempting to manipulate the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections by submitting a large number of Form 6 applications to illegally register voters from outside the state.
A man and his two children were killed in Muzaffarnagar after their motorcycle was hit by a school bus. The man's wife is critically injured. Police have arrested the bus driver and seized the vehicle.
The BJD is demanding the dismissal of Odisha's Health minister and the arrest of a BJP MLA for allegedly violating laws during Ram Navami processions. The allegations include riding a motorbike without a helmet and firing a gun in public.
A woman sustained minor injuries after a daylight gold chain snatching attempt in Delhi's CR Park. CCTV footage shows the attackers trailing and assaulting the victim.
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa began his campaign at the Candidates Tournament with a win against Anish Giri, sharing the lead with Fabiano Caruana and Javokhir Sindarov. In the women's section, Indian Grandmaster Divya Deshmukh drew her game.
A statue of B R Ambedkar was vandalised in Punjab, leading to protests and political condemnation. A pro-Khalistan leader has purportedly claimed responsibility, prompting an investigation.
Delhi Police arrested a 42-year-old Nigerian national in Rohini and seized over 100 grams of cocaine worth approximately 1.25 crore.
Police in Rajasthan have seized approximately 10 kg of heroin, valued at 50 crore, after it was dropped by a drone from across the India-Pakistan border. Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the drug trafficking operation.
The Central Information Commission has ordered the disclosure of an investigation into a retired IRS officer's alleged acquisition of assets under different identities and subsequent name change to claim ownership, deeming the case a potentially significant revelation.
Indian boxers Sachin Siwach and Vishvanath Suresh have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Asian Boxing Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
An Assam native was beaten to death by six colleagues in Kerala after being suspected of stealing a phone. Police have taken the accused into custody and are investigating the incident.
Two men were killed in Jalna, Maharashtra, when the truck they were travelling in crashed into a tree. The truck, carrying cattle fodder, was reportedly speeding and entered the city instead of taking the bypass.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has strongly criticised the Congress party for including the issue of singer Zubeen Garg's death in its election manifesto, calling it a 'sin' and accusing the party of exploiting the singer's memory for political gain.
Police have registered a case against a self-styled godman from Maharashtra's Palghar district for allegedly raping a 35-year-old Pune-based woman after claiming to be an incarnation of Lord Shiva, officials said on Friday.
A 17-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed to death during a robbery attempt in Delhi's Bawana area. Police have apprehended three juveniles in connection with the crime.
Sheetal Devi, the world number one para archer, has been named 'Para Archer of the Year 2025' by World Archery, recognising her extraordinary achievements and unwavering dedication.
A Delhi court has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) a 45-day extension to complete its investigation into the blast near the Red Fort on November 10 of last year. The court also extended the judicial custody of several accused individuals.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in Kolkata as part of a money laundering investigation against an alleged criminal syndicate.
Chennai-based space start-up Agnikul Cosmos has successfully tested its 3D-printed booster engine, 'Agnite', marking a significant advancement in reducing production complexity and turnaround time for space missions.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of attempting to illegally include voters from outside the state in West Bengal's electoral rolls, alleging a coordinated effort to interfere with democratic rights.
Delhi Police in Najafgarh prosecuted 154 vehicles and impounded four during a special drive against tinted windows, citing safety concerns and potential concealment of criminal activities.
Two police constables in Hamirpur, India, have been suspended for allegedly mishandling a heroin seizure and demanding money from the accused.
Police in Mathura, India, arrested nine individuals, including four men and five women, for their alleged involvement in flesh trade operating from a roadside eatery on the Delhi-Agra National Highway.
Thane police have arrested two motorbike thieves and recovered 58 stolen two-wheelers in Maharashtra's Thane district, following a surge in theft cases in the Bhiwandi area.
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