Punjab Cabinet Minister Aman Arora has accused the Enforcement Directorate (ED) of defaming him by linking his name to a raid operation conducted on realty groups in Punjab and Chandigarh. Arora denies any wrongdoing and claims the ED's actions are politically motivated.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledges his team's recent slump after a loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad, highlighting dropped catches and missed opportunities as key factors.
A special CBI court has upheld the framing of charges against a former Narcotics Control Bureau official accused of cheating the bureau by claiming subsistence allowance while suspended, despite working for three private companies.
China has confirmed providing on-site technical support to Pakistan during last year's conflict with India, according to official media reports.
Yes Bank has launched a salary account designed for working women, offering financial protection, healthcare benefits, lifestyle privileges, and wealth-creation opportunities.
A 47-year-old helper at a sweet shop was apprehended from Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior for allegedly stealing Rs 3.85 lakh from his employer in central Delhi.
A newly married couple were found dead in their Hyderabad home in a suspected suicide. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding their deaths.
Delhi will host the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship in 2026 at the Thyagraj Stadium, with players from more than 35 countries expected to participate, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Wednesday.
Delhi Police have arrested Sumit Rana, a suspect in the murder of national-level boxer Vikas Dagar, who was killed in outer Delhi last year. Rana, a member of the Sonu gang, had been evading arrest for eight months.
Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar expressed confidence in the party's future in the state, drawing parallels with the BJP's growth in West Bengal. He highlighted the party's focus on development and its commitment to addressing people's issues in the Assembly.
West Bengal Police intensify their investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, recovering a second motorcycle and searching for a car suspected to be involved in the crime.
Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar expressed confidence that the party would eventually capture power in the state, drawing parallels to the party's growth in West Bengal.
BJP workers celebrated in West Bengal as the party took an early lead in the state assembly elections, raising slogans and exchanging sweets.
A businessman in Gurugram was robbed of 11 lakh by two bike-borne robbers near Sector 10 market on Monday night. The incident was captured on CCTV, and police have registered an FIR and are investigating the case.
A 46-year-old man, a member of the Child Welfare Committee, has been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly blackmailing a woman using her explicit photos and videos to coerce her into a sexual relationship. The accused also allegedly impersonated a police officer and defrauded the victim of money.
If the outrageous looks at the Met Gala were art that made us look twice, there were the ones that felt like art you could sit with. The kind that soothe, that linger and quietly steal the moment.
A new study analysing millions of posts from underground cybercrime forums reveals that cybercriminals are struggling to effectively utilise AI tools, despite widespread experimentation since the launch of ChatGPT.
As Vijay is set to lead Tamil Nadu after a historic electoral win, we take a look back at films that built his mass appeal while affirming how cinema shaped his larger-than-life public persona.
NBA legend Vlade Divac expresses optimism about the growth of basketball in India, acknowledging cricket's dominance but highlighting the potential for Indian talent in the NBA.
Mizoram police, in collaboration with Uttarakhand police, rescued five Mizo women, including two minors, from a sex trafficking racket operating under the guise of a spa in Rudrapur. Six individuals have been arrested, including the alleged mastermind and spa owner.
Punjab Police are investigating a low-intensity explosion near the army cantonment boundary wall in Amritsar's Khasa. The DGP suspects Pakistan's ISI may be involved, coinciding with the Operation Sindoor anniversary. Investigations are underway with multiple teams utilising various intelligence resources to apprehend the perpetrators.
Kara had the makings of a fine heist thriller anchored by a superlative Dhanush, but a slack screenplay in crucial stretches and an overdose of melodrama ensure it only works in patches, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwra suggests commercial viability led to the IPL final being moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad. He denies that distributing tickets to MLAs was a factor. The BCCI cited unspecified requirements from local authorities as the reason for the change.
Lukkhe plunges into Chandigarh's dark underbelly, exploring a drug epidemic, political corruption, and a burgeoning rap scene, though its narrative often feels like a familiar crime drama, notes Deepa Gahlot.
The All India Tennis Association (AITA) has announced its commitment to transparency and inclusiveness following a Delhi High Court decision regarding its 2024 elections. The AITA plans to implement constitutional amendments and ensure player representation in its governance.
Padma Shri recipient and social worker Phoolbasan Bai Yadav was rescued from an alleged abduction attempt in Chhattisgarh's Rajnandgaon district. Police detained three individuals, including two women, in connection with the incident.
Lokayukta police arrested two employees of the Udaipura Municipal Council in Madhya Pradesh for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 2 lakh from a private company in exchange for releasing a security deposit and issuing a work-experience certificate.
Delhi Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly robbing a cash collection agent of Rs 4.18 lakh in Burari. The suspects were apprehended after an investigation involving extensive CCTV footage analysis and technical surveillance.
Oscar Bruzon has announced he will step down as head coach of East Bengal at the end of the current Indian Super League season, citing the absence of long-term planning and clarity over the club's future.
Gujarat police have arrested 10 individuals in connection with a cyber fraud racket involving over Rs 53 crore and spanning at least 20 states. The accused lured individuals into renting out their bank accounts, which were then used to receive and transfer funds obtained through various fraudulent schemes.
Ritwik Pareek's debut feature film, Dug Dug, offers a brilliant satirical and philosophical exploration of the fine line between faith and foolhardiness, observes Sukanya Verma.
Suvendu Adhikari and Dilip Ghosh are the top contenders for West Bengal Chief Minister.
A 22-year-old man was stabbed to death in Delhi's Mukherjee Nagar after allegedly making derogatory remarks against the sister of the accused, who is a juvenile.
The BJP must respect Bengal's pluralistic ethos and with this historic mandate give the state the constructive change it truly deserves, expects Kolkata native Payal Singh Mohanka.
The autopsy report of a four-year-old girl, allegedly sexually assaulted and murdered in Pune, indicates asphyxia as the cause of death. The accused, who has a criminal history, allegedly gagged the victim, leading to suffocation. The incident has sparked outrage and protests, with a SIT formed to investigate the case.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced the state's focus on improving girls' education through infrastructure development and quality education initiatives. The government is also prioritising development in sectors like power and water, and aims to generate jobs in both the private and public sectors.
'Workers are the people who create all the wealth in this country. How can you call them anti-national?'
The extent of doubts over the fairness of this election can be assessed by juxtaposing two figures: Total votes polled by the two principal parties and the number of people who were disallowed from voting this time, observes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.
Veteran Indian actor Bharat Kapoor, a familiar face across generations for his memorable supporting and villainous roles in films and television, has passed away at 80, with filmmaker Ashoke Pandit remembering his extraordinary talent for memorising extensive scripts.
Police in Sahibganj, Jharkhand, rescued multiple minors from suspected trafficking operations at a railway station, arresting two individuals and placing the children under protective custody.
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