A birthday celebration in Bulandshahr turned deadly after an argument over smearing cake led to the murder of three family members. One of the accused was injured while attempting to escape police custody.
The youth took the woman at gunpoint to a nearby field when she was returning from the market and raped her, police said.
The government has dismissed speculation of an imminent increase in petrol and diesel prices, assuring citizens that there are no plans for a hike despite rising crude oil costs.
A delivery worker in Gurugram died after his motorcycle was allegedly struck by a speeding Mahindra Thar. Police are investigating the hit-and-run and searching for the driver.
Gurugram police have arrested two individuals, including a director of an infra firm, for allegedly defrauding investors through fake real estate projects linked to Dhirendra Shastri's 'Aparna Ashram' in Silokhera village.
Gurugram police have arrested two individuals, including a director of an infra firm, for allegedly defrauding investors through fake real estate projects connected to Dhirendra Shastri's 'Aparna Ashram'.
A statue of B R Ambedkar was vandalised in Loni, Ghaziabad, leading to protests and traffic disruption on the Delhi-Saharanpur Highway. Police have detained suspects and are investigating the incident.
Mumbai police have filed a chargesheet against 17 accused in the Rohit Shetty house firing case, revealing the motive was to establish gang supremacy.
A court in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, sentenced six individuals to life imprisonment for a murder that occurred during a wedding procession in 2017 following a dispute over loud music.
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The Thane Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) has awarded a compensation of 38.74 lakh to the family of a father and son who died in a road accident in 2020, caused by a speeding truck in Uttar Pradesh.
Mohammed Kaif backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar for an India comeback after a vintage spell for RCB, saying the veteran pacer still has the swing and control to trouble top batsmen.
A Samajwadi Party delegation visited the family of a 17-year-old girl found dead in the Ganga River in Ghazipur, offering condolences and financial support amid allegations of sexual assault and murder.
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 30-year-old bar manager in Ballabhgarh. The suspects, identified as Abhishek and Rohit, confessed to the crime, which stemmed from an argument over alcohol purchase after a wedding celebration.
Three jail personnel, including a deputy jailor, have been suspended following the death of an inmate at the district jail in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh. The inmate, an undertrial prisoner facing rape and POCSO charges, died from burn injuries sustained under suspicious circumstances.
Police in Odisha's Ganjam district have arrested six individuals for allegedly selling stolen items, including TVs, scooters, and mobile phones, at discounted prices to villagers.
A convicted absconder in a 1989 murder case has been arrested nearly nine years after the Delhi High Court upheld his conviction. The accused, Sushil Kumar, had been evading arrest since 2017 after failing to surrender despite court orders.
Opener Tanmay Srivastav scored 105 as Uttar Pradesh posted 292 for 7 on Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy final against Delhi.
A newly-married woman disappeared from a bus stop in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, while her husband was buying her snacks. Police have registered a missing person report and are investigating the incident.
Police in Shravasti, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested six more individuals in connection with an Iftar party held near the Sonpathri Ashram Temple, bringing the total number of arrests to ten. The arrests stem from allegations of cooking non-vegetarian food and improperly disposing of the leftovers, which allegedly hurt religious sentiments and violated forest regulations.
Lucknow Super Giants revealed a bold new logo on Tuesday ahead of the 2026 IPL season, swapping their familiar blue colours for a striking shade of red in a fresh new look.
Delhi Police have arrested a shooter associated with the Rohit Godara-Goldy Brar-Virender Charan gang, recovering a pistol and ammunition. The arrest follows investigations into multiple extortion cases across several states.
The annual Magh Kumbh Mela 2026 is underway at Prayagraj from January 3 to February 15.
A 23-year-old woman in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, consumed pesticide at the superintendent of police's office after a man allegedly refused to marry her despite a long courtship and her complaints to the local police allegedly eliciting no action.
Tamil Nadu's Rajesh Ramesh won gold in the 400m men's Race A at the Indian Open, clocking a personal best. Vithya Ramraj won the women's 400m Race A.
A key accused in the double murder case at a Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) ethanol plant in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, has surrendered to authorities along with his brother.
Uttarakhand is set to host the UTT 87th Inter-State Junior and Youth National Table Tennis Championships for the first time, marking a significant milestone for sports in the region. The event will feature teams from across the country competing for top honours.
A TADA court in Jamnagar convicted 12 individuals in connection with the 1993 arms landing case, linked to Dawood Ibrahim, intended to avenge the Babri Masjid demolition. Ten of the convicted were sentenced to five years rigorous imprisonment.
A supervisor at a sugarcane research institute in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has alleged that he was abducted and assaulted by a group of men due to a family dispute. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the incident after a video surfaced on social media.
Bhuvanesh Kumar (19) and Amir Khan (4) ensured no further damage was done as U.P. ended the day at 154 for six, ahead by 206 runs with four of their second innings wickets remaining and Delhi bowlers know exactly what their job will be in the first session on Saturday.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticised the TMC government in West Bengal, accusing it of appeasement policies and urging voters to elect a BJP government for inclusive governance and development.
Police in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against a petrol pump manager for allegedly denying fuel to a private ambulance, resulting in the death of a 50-year-old patient.
Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested four people after a clash between two groups from the same community in Aminagar village. The clash, which involved stone-pelting, stemmed from a minor dispute that escalated after a quarrel between children.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee accuses the BJP of attempting to alter West Bengal's demography by importing voters from other states ahead of the 2026 assembly elections, alleging a conspiracy to undermine the democratic rights of local residents.
The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 due to alleged paper leaks has led to widespread outrage among aspirants, who are questioning the competence of the National Testing Agency (NTA) and demanding that AIIMS-Delhi conduct the medical entrance exam.
A 61-year-old man and his son died after their CNG-fitted car crashed into a garage and caught fire in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. Police suspect the driver fell asleep at the wheel.
Praveen Kumar's brilliant six wicket-haul helped Uttar Pradesh defeat Hyderabad by 132 runs in the Ranji Trophy Super League Group B match in Hyderabad on Friday.
Uttar Pradesh gained a 33-run first innings lead over Haryana and then reduced the visitors to 135 for nine
A 33-year-old man in Gurugram allegedly committed suicide after an argument with his wife over her job in Mumbai. The man's body was discovered by his wife and family after they were unable to reach him.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has pledged to introduce more initiatives focused on women's education, safety, and welfare if his party regains power in 2027, highlighting the importance of women's status in assessing a society's condition.
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