Police in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district have arrested five people for allegedly abducting two employees of a construction company and demanding a ransom of Rs 10 lakh.
Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take measures to protect Indian citizens in the Middle East due to escalating geopolitical tensions, including initiating evacuation plans and enhancing diplomatic efforts.
The UK government has announced new youth justice reforms, including tougher fines for parents whose children commit crimes or engage in anti-social behaviour. The reforms aim to address the root causes of youth crime through earlier intervention and targeted support.
Lucknow University has formed a disciplinary committee to investigate assistant professor Paramjeet Singh following allegations of misconduct, including inappropriate conversations with a student and leaking examination papers.
A 28-year-old man with mental health issues allegedly killed two people with a sharp weapon in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced significant progress in combating Maoist insurgency, stating it will soon be a thing of the past. He also addressed concerns about crimes against women, highlighting the government's commitment to justice and a zero-tolerance policy.
Police have arrested four individuals and apprehended two juveniles in connection with a violent assault at a hotel in Katra, Reasi district. The accused are allegedly involved in an attack at the R K Palace hotel on May 2, which resulted in serious injuries to one man.
An explosion at a firecracker factory in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, prompting investigations and government action.
The NIA has filed its investigation report against five juveniles in a case relating to a Pakistan-linked terror conspiracy to spy on sensitive locations with the intent of endangering India's safety and security.
A 21-year-old BJP youth wing activist was stabbed to death in Surat, Gujarat, due to a prior dispute. Police have identified the suspects and are investigating the incident.
A 13-year-old hearing-impaired boy, missing from his West Bengal home for two years, was reunited with his family through the efforts of a government shelter home in Lucknow, with Aadhaar playing a crucial role in tracing his identity.
An elderly man was trampled to death by a wild elephant in Bihar's Nawada district. The elephant also damaged several houses, causing panic among local residents. Forest officials are working to drive the tusker back into the forest.
A digital profiling exercise by the Delhi government has revealed significant infrastructure deficiencies in government schools, including shortages of drinking water taps, lack of facilities for children with special needs, and structurally unsafe buildings.
A man and his female friend were assaulted in Berhampur, Odisha, leading to political condemnation and allegations of deteriorating law and order under the BJP government.
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.
A Mumbai automobile dealer was arrested after setting fire to a public road to create a social media reel for his 33rd birthday, police said.
A woman and her two brothers were attacked in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, by the family members of a man who allegedly attempted to outrage her modesty.
A 19-year-old worker died after a steel frame fell on him during the construction of the Sewri-Worli Connector in Mumbai. This is the fourth fatality involving infrastructure projects in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region in recent days, raising concerns about construction safety.
A collision between a state transport bus and an SUV in Thane district, Maharashtra, has resulted in the death of four people. The accident occurred in Murbad taluka, and an FIR has been registered against the bus driver.
Police in Noida have invoked the National Security Act against two individuals accused of inciting labour unrest and violent protests in April. The accused, identified as members of 'Mazdoor Bigul Dasta', allegedly played a significant role in the demonstrations and spreading disorder.
The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jammu, Joginder Singh, chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the prevailing security scenario and review the effectiveness of intelligence-gathering mechanisms across the district.
Jammu and Kashmir Police have booked 12 narco kingpins under the NDPS Act in Anantnag district, as part of a sustained crackdown against drug abuse and trafficking.
At least 38 pilgrims have died due to health-related reasons in the first 26 days of the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand. The pilgrimage began on April 19, with Kedarnath recording the highest fatalities.
Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal criticised the state government over the law and order situation, alleging a rise in crimes against women and questioning the administration's priorities.
The Maharashtra government has issued a circular directing authorities to invoke the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against individuals, gangs, and organisations repeatedly involved in cattle smuggling.
India has condemned the killing of a French soldier serving with the UN peacekeeping mission in South Lebanon and called on all parties to ensure the safety of peacekeepers.
The death of a 17-year-old boy in Delhi, who was shot after objecting to the harassment of a girl, has triggered widespread protests and demands for justice. Family and community members are calling for swift action against those responsible.
The Delhi Police have dismantled several illegal LPG refilling and black-marketing operations across Delhi, arresting 16 individuals and seizing a large number of cylinders and equipment.
Two individuals lost their lives and two others were injured in separate road accidents in the Beed district of Maharashtra, according to police reports.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of reports related to the murder of a teen girl from Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, whose body was found in a train coach in Lucknow, suspecting a possible honour killing or hate crime.
The TMC has dispatched fact-finding teams to investigate alleged post-poll violence against its workers in West Bengal, accusing BJP-backed individuals of carrying out attacks and intimidation.
Microblogging platform X has implemented technological measures to prevent its Grok AI chatbot from generating images of real people in revealing clothing in jurisdictions where it is illegal, following government pressure over obscene deepfakes.
Delhi Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly defrauding a man of approximately Rs 4.35 lakh in an online gas bill booking scam. The victim was tricked into installing a malicious mobile application that allowed the fraudsters to siphon off funds.
The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to provide details of arms licences held by 19 individuals, including politicians Brij Bhushan Singh and Raja Bhaiya, citing concerns over the public display of weapons and its impact on social harmony.
A powerful explosion ripped through a shuttle train in Pakistan's Balochistan province, resulting in numerous fatalities and injuries. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for the attack.
A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi has begun a second autopsy of former model and actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following a Madhya Pradesh High Court order. The family alleges dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, while the in-laws claim drug addiction. The family has raised concerns about the initial post-mortem and seeks a thorough investigation.
Police in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, are investigating a case of alleged child marriage and sexual exploitation after hospital staff raised concerns during a medical examination of two girls.
The Indian Embassy in Bamako has issued an advisory urging Indian nationals in Mali to remain vigilant and exercise caution due to recent security developments and reported attacks.
A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan has been arrested in Gondia, Maharashtra, after allegedly firing a pistol during a road rage incident while under the influence of alcohol.
Four students were injured when a ceiling collapsed in a government school in Rajasthan's Banswara district. The school building was reportedly in a dilapidated condition, and complaints had been raised with authorities.
