A senior Punjab Police officer confirmed that explosive material was used in the blast outside the Border Security Force's Punjab Frontier headquarters in Jalandhar, triggering an investigation and heightened security measures.
Former Rajasthan minister Mahesh Joshi has been arrested in connection with the alleged Rs 960-crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam. The arrest follows that of a retired IAS officer and involves accusations of misuse of power and bribery.
Punjab Police have arrested a shooter allegedly involved in the murder of kabaddi promoter Kanwar Digvijay Singh, also known as Rana Balachauria, from Agartala, Tripura. The arrest was made in a joint operation with central agencies and Tripura Police.
An IndiGo flight was evacuated at Chandigarh airport after a passenger's power bank caught fire. All passengers and crew were safely evacuated, and no major injuries were reported.
Punjab Police have arrested an associate of gangster Arzoo Bishnoi, who was wanted in a murder case in Rajasthan and carried a bounty on his arrest.
Amritsar Police arrested four individuals linked to a cross-border arms smuggling module, recovering seven sophisticated pistols. The investigation revealed connections to Pakistan-based smugglers using drones for delivery.
A tanker carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for India has successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz and is en route to Visakhapatnam, India, carrying enough cargo to meet half a day's requirement for the country.
An expert from the ICMR's National Institute of Virology addresses concerns about hantavirus cases detected on a cruise ship, stating there is no immediate public health threat to India and that the cases appear isolated.
West Bengal Police are investigating the murder of a close aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, Chandranath Rath, who was shot dead in North 24 Parganas district. The police are examining CCTV footage, have formed multiple teams to trace the assailants, and are probing whether contract killers were involved.
The Special Operations Group (SOG) has uncovered a major fraud in the Rajasthan Government Health Scheme, involving doctors and a lab operator allegedly causing financial losses worth crores to the state exchequer.
Odisha Police Crime Branch investigates the lynching of a GRP constable accused of attempted rape, leading to suspensions and transfers within the police force.
Gujarat's in-charge DGP, Dr K L N Rao, awarded sports scholarships to four children of police personnel who excelled at the national level in various sports, aiming to promote sports awareness and encourage excellence within the police community.
China has confirmed providing on-site technical support to Pakistan during last year's conflict with India, according to official media reports.
Uttar Pradesh Police conducted 35 encounters across the state, resulting in the deaths of three alleged criminals, injuries to more than 36, and the arrest of over 60 suspects. The crackdown reflects the state government's zero-tolerance policy against crime and ongoing efforts to combat organised criminal networks.
Hampton Sky Realty Limited, formerly directed by Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, has issued a statement asserting its innocence and cooperation with authorities following the arrest of Arora in connection with a money laundering probe.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered a Crime Branch investigation into the mob lynching of a GRP constable accused of attempted rape. The incident occurred on May 7, and the investigation aims to identify and prosecute those responsible. The victim's father alleges police involvement in the assault.
Gujarat Police have achieved the third position among major states in India for recovering stolen mobile phones, returning 53,564 devices to their rightful owners in the 2025-26 financial year. The Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) system, implemented by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), enables the blocking and recovery of lost or stolen mobile devices across telecom networks nationwide.
Retail giant Walmart has announced that India has become one of its fastest-growing sourcing hubs globally, with the company having procured over $40 billion worth of goods from the country. This initiative aims to expand supplier capabilities, improve compliance standards, and help Indian manufacturers scale exports worldwide.
The Maharashtra Highway Traffic Police have launched a six-month camera-based speed enforcement pilot project on the Mumbai-Nashik highway to curb over-speeding and improve road safety.
Punjab Police have dismantled a gangster module operated by foreign-based individuals, arresting four suspects and seizing illegal firearms. The operation averted potential serious crimes in the region.
Punjab Police dismantled a cross-border drug and arms smuggling module, arresting two individuals and recovering over 4 kg of heroin and sophisticated pistols.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of a report on alleged large-scale sexual exploitation of women and minor girls in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, following the arrest of a man for allegedly coercing a young woman into physical relations. The NCW has directed the Maharashtra Director General of Police to take immediate action and submit a detailed report within seven days.
A political row has erupted over the twin blasts in Punjab, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann accusing the BJP of trying to create fear ahead of next year's assembly elections. The BJP has hit back, terming the remarks condemnable and alleging that Mann ignored preliminary investigation findings pointing towards possible ISI involvement.
Goa Police have arrested five Bangladeshi nationals, part of an inter-state gang, for their alleged involvement in dacoities reported last year in Goa. The arrests followed a year-long investigation across multiple states.
Two Tamil Nadu police personnel, a DSP and a Special Sub-Inspector, died due to sudden health complications while on election duty during the Assembly elections.
The investigation into the death of a student at a private dental college in Kannur, Kerala, has been handed over to the state Crime Branch following allegations of harassment and a statewide protest.
Patna High Court Chief Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo emphasised the importance of mock drills to instill a sense of safety and security among citizens during an Anti-Terrorist Squad demonstration at the court premises.
Punjab Police have busted two ISI-backed espionage modules using high-tech, China-made solar powered CCTV cameras to transmit live feeds of sensitive military locations to Pakistan-based handlers.
Punjab Police have arrested another individual, Gurjinder Singh, in connection with the freight corridor railway track blast in Shambhu, Patiala. He is a key associate of a man who died while attempting to detonate explosives on the track. The arrest has revealed links between multiple terror acts and a pro-Khalistan terror module backed by Pakistan's ISI.
Brijesh Singh, Principal Secretary (Information and Publicity), Maharashtra, highlighted the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in journalism and encouraged women journalists to embrace this technological shift to enhance their skills and drive positive change.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has emphasised the need for the state police to enhance their preparedness in addressing modern challenges such as cybercrime and financial offences. He highlighted the importance of the police force in maintaining law and order and contributing to the state's economic progress during the closing ceremony of the 36th Maharashtra State Police Sports Competition.
Karnataka's Home Minister announces stringent measures to curb the supply of contraband, including ganja and mobile phones, in prisons across the state, including the implementation of AI-powered surveillance systems.
Amritsar Police have dismantled a cross-border drug and arms smuggling module, arresting three individuals and seizing a significant quantity of methamphetamine and firearms.
The International Testing Agency (ITA) has voiced concerns regarding the high rate of doping cases in India and the alleged practice of athletes receiving advance notice before testing, potentially jeopardising the nation's bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games.
NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has alleged a link between a godman and the fatal plane crash involving his uncle, Ajit Pawar, and has demanded a CID interrogation.
A birthday celebration in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, turned violent, resulting in the deaths of three individuals following an altercation. Police have arrested three suspects and are investigating the incident.
The Himachal Pradesh Police have successfully shifted their Directorate of Communication & Technical Services office from Shimla to Hamirpur to decongest the capital city and improve operational efficiency.
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has successfully secured the return of Mohammad Salim Dola, a known international drug trafficker and associate of Dawood Ibrahim, from Turkiye.
The opposition BJP in Jharkhand has demanded the prompt payment of salaries to police personnel, which have been withheld following alleged irregularities in treasury funds across several districts. The police association claims that over 70,000 personnel have not received their salaries since March due to ongoing investigations into the matter.
The canteen at the Sports Authority of India's headquarters in Delhi has suspended operations, with the vendor citing LPG supply shortages, while sources suggest pricing disputes are the real issue.
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