The Delhi Police organised various awareness drives, self-defence training sessions, and community outreach programmes to commemorate International Women's Day, focusing on women's safety, legal literacy, and community involvement.
A 27-year-old collection agent was robbed of cash by four men on motorcycles in northeast Delhi's Khajuri Khas area, according to police reports.
More than 500 filled LPG cylinders were allegedly stolen from a truck in Jhansi during the Holi festival, according to police reports.
Four people were killed and five others seriously injured in a collision between a car and a motorcycle in the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh. The accident occurred on the Jagatpur-Umaria road, resulting in a traffic jam and chaos.
A woman in Goa has been booked for allegedly concealing her Portuguese nationality and fraudulently enrolling in the voter list.
According to the Pentagon, the vessels were targeted as part of efforts to prevent the deployment of naval mines in the strategically vital passage through which a significant portion of global crude oil shipments transits.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to respond to the debate on the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, following allegations of partisan conduct. The motion, moved by opposition members, questions Birla's impartiality and handling of House proceedings.
A teenager in Bihar, India, died after an argument with a friend during a viewing of the ICC T20 World Cup final. The dispute escalated into a physical altercation, resulting in fatal injuries.
A couple was found dead in a rented house in Kottayam, Kerala, with police suspecting suicide due to financial difficulties. The couple's child was found unharmed at the scene.
Cognizant's research reveals that companies seeking AI adoption favour IT services firms offering custom, full-stack AI solutions, prioritising flexibility and expertise over cost and speed.
Jammu and Kashmir police have attached immovable property belonging to a Pakistan-based terror handler in the Manjakote area of Rajouri district.
The NCERT has issued a public apology and withdrawn a social science textbook for Class 8 after the Supreme Court objected to a chapter on judicial corruption. The court imposed a ban on further publication of the book.
Nuh Police have arrested a brother and sister for allegedly attempting to extort Rs 5 lakh from a local resident by threatening to falsely accuse him of rape.
A 24-year-old dental student in Mumbai allegedly committed suicide, leaving a note accusing her boyfriend of mental harassment. The boyfriend has been arrested.
A 35-year-old farmer in Uttar Pradesh was allegedly lynched after asking a biker to slow down near his fields during Holi celebrations. Six people have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has been stranded in Qatar for over a week due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, impacting flights and travel across the region.
An assistant executive engineer in Odisha was arrested by the Vigilance Department for allegedly possessing assets disproportionate to his known income sources.
A 44-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death with a wooden board after intervening in a dispute during Holi celebrations in Bhiwandi, Thane district.
Four individuals have been apprehended following a 48-day search in Rajasthan forests for allegedly stealing jewellery worth Rs 6.79 crore from a Mumbai shop.
Indian golfer Anirban Lahiri finished tied for 24th at the LIV Golf Hong Kong tournament, while Jon Rahm secured his first individual victory in 539 days.
India has launched digital tools for its upcoming fully digital Census 2027, including mobile apps and a self-enumeration portal, aiming for efficient and accurate data collection.
Veteran Odisha journalist Ashutosh Mishra has died at the age of 68. His death has been met with grief from political leaders and the journalism community.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has ordered the CID to investigate the alleged kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman from Anekal, whose body was found in Tamil Nadu. One person has been arrested, and the search is on for others involved in the crime.
S&P Global Ratings warns that Indian oil marketing companies like IOC, BPCL, and HPCL may face reduced profit margins due to rising crude oil prices and government pressure to maintain stable retail prices.
The Madhya Pradesh government has formed a committee to monitor gas and oil supplies amid concerns over the West Asia crisis, assuring citizens that there are adequate stocks and no need to panic. The government is also working to ensure the safe return of Indian citizens from Gulf countries.
A 22-year-old man in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 5-year-old cousin to 'teach the boy's mother a lesson' due to frequent disputes with her husband.
The England women's cricket team was forced to shift its T20 World Cup preparatory camp to South Africa after it had to call off its plans to travel to Abu Dhabi due to security concerns owing to the ongoing conflict in the region, involving United States, Israel and Iran.
Indian cricket star Virat Kohli uses a silent video campaign to urge people to speak out against domestic violence on International Women's Day.
A sanitation worker in Ulhasnagar was fatally stabbed while on duty, leading to his wife's suicide upon hearing the news. Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder.
Family members in Mirzapur, India, allege that the body of a deceased man kept in a hospital mortuary was gnawed by rats, prompting an investigation into possible negligence.
BJD leader Naveen Patnaik has criticised the BJP government in Odisha for its alleged failure to address the rising number of crimes against women, speaking on International Women's Day.
A Lenovo study reveals that Indian enterprises are planning to increase their investments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) at a higher rate than other countries in the Asia-Pacific region.
A 24-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bawana area of outer north Delhi. Police are investigating the incident and have launched a search for the suspect.
An Indian Air Force personnel has been acquitted of molestation charges after his sister-in-law testified that the alleged incident was a dream. The court has also ordered proceedings against the complainant for presenting false evidence.
The government has intensified its Study in India programme and is working closely with universities and states to achieve this goal.
Gurugram Police have arrested two individuals, including a woman, in connection with an acid attack on a patient at the Civil Hospital. The incident occurred after a man assaulted his live-in partner, who was then attacked with toilet cleaner by another woman who mistook her for her husband's girlfriend.
A 17-year-old boy in Lucknow has been detained by police after allegedly killing his father, who was reportedly a drug addict and abusive towards his family. The incident occurred after a dispute, and investigations revealed the father's substance abuse and mistreatment of family members as potential motives.
A 36-year-old man from Thane, Maharashtra, was allegedly defrauded of Rs 62 lakh (62,000) by an acquaintance who enticed him to invest in the stock market with promises of high returns.
A drunken youth's disturbance in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, escalated into stone pelting at police, resulting in injuries and property damage. Authorities are investigating the incident and appealing for calm.
A Delhi court has dismissed the bail plea of an alleged kingpin in an over Rs 8.94 crore bank fraud case, citing the gravity of the offence and its systematic execution through layered transactions.
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