Thirteen people were killed and 22 injured after a private bus collided with a tipper and caught fire in Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, with President Murmu and PM Modi expressing condolences and announcing ex-gratia payments.
Two teenagers drowned in the Ganga River in Patna, India, and a third is missing after they went to bathe in the river. Rescue efforts are underway to find the missing boy.
India has rejected a report by the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) that criticised India's record on religious freedom and called for linking US security assistance and trade to improvements in this area.
Two individuals have been arrested in Thane for allegedly defrauding a businessman of lakhs of rupees by promising a substantial investment in his company. The suspects used fake documents to gain the victim's trust before taking the money.
UEFA has fined Benfica 40,000 euros for racist behaviour by supporters during their Champions League match against Real Madrid.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has decided not to renew the contract of women's team head coach Amelia Valverde, opting to consider Indian coaches for the role following recommendations from its technical committee.
An Indian national was killed in a missile attack on Riyadh, bringing the total number of Indian fatalities in the West Asia conflict to six. The Indian embassy in Riyadh has expressed condolences and is providing assistance to the family.
Aseem Mahajan, Additional Secretary (Gulf) in the Ministry of External Affairs, on Saturday informed that five Indians have been killed and one is missing due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He added that Indian missions remain open round the clock and are constantly working to provide assistance.
A roof collapse at a government building in Pakistan's Punjab province has resulted in the deaths of eight women and injuries to over 30 others. The women were gathered at the building to receive financial assistance under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP).
A man wanted in connection with a 2022 murder case in Bihar has been arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, after being on the run for two years.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has released its manifesto for the West Bengal elections, focusing on welfare politics and women's empowerment with pledges to expand existing schemes, improve healthcare, and develop infrastructure.
President Trump asserts the US military has decimated Iran's forces and no longer requires assistance from NATO allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz, despite earlier requests for support.
An Assistant Police Inspector in Mumbai has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1.5 lakh to submit a favourable report in a property dispute case.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has released its manifesto for the West Bengal Assembly polls, outlining 10 key pledges focused on expanding welfare schemes, improving healthcare access, and developing infrastructure.
The wife of a state employee who allegedly committed suicide due to harassment by ex-minister Laljit Singh Bhullar is demanding a CBI probe into his death. The deceased, Gagandeep Singh Randhawa, claimed harassment in a video before his death.
Namdhari Sports Club defeated Real Kashmir FC 1-0 in the Indian Football League, securing their first win of the season thanks to a second-half goal by Seilenthang Lotjem.
The central government has approved additional financial assistance of 1,912.99 crore to five states and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, which were affected by various natural disasters in 2025.
Suresh Sallay, former intelligence chief, has been ordered to appear in a Sri Lankan court next month as the third suspect in the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks probe. He is currently detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
A Punjab BJP delegation has requested a CBI investigation into the suicide of a Punjab State Warehousing Corporation official, alleging harassment and a cover-up by the state government.
28 Indian vessels carrying 778 seafarers are stranded in the Persian Gulf, prompting government monitoring and coordination to ensure their safety and security.
The Regional Transport Office (RTO) in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, received an email threatening to detonate 15 cyanide gas bombs, prompting a thorough search and subsequent declaration of a hoax.
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the number of Indians exiting Iran through Armenia and Azerbaijan has increased since the previous update.
Rahul Gandhi intensified the Congress campaign in Kerala, alleging collusion between the LDF and BJP, citing corruption cases and the drug issue in the state. He also criticised the LDF government's handling of the Sabarimala gold loss and unemployment.
The two leaders also emphasised the importance of ensuring safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.
Yuki Bhambri and Sumit Nagal receive financial assistance to prepare for the 2026 Asian Games and Davis Cup, while Dhakshineswar Suresh joins the Target Asian Games Group.
The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered a case against a former tehsil supply officer and others for alleged misappropriation of government ration and funds in the Reasi district.
A woman in Jodhpur, India, successfully annulled her child marriage through a court battle, highlighting the ongoing issue of child marriage and the importance of legal intervention and social support.
Police in Pauri, Uttarakhand, are investigating the defacement of a statue of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar. The statue, located in a park near the Alaknanda river, was found smeared with red and black paint. A case has been registered, and authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and appealing to the public for information.
Jaipur police swiftly recovered and returned Rs 27,000 to a Slovakian tourist who mistakenly overpaid for a taxi ride. The tourist, who was visiting India for a conference, realised the error after checking her bank account and sought help from the local police.
At least 11 security personnel were injured in Nepal during a crackdown on a protest against alleged cross-border drug trade in the Lumbini province bordering India.
Police have invoked the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) against 21 people apprehended for alleged involvement in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket. The suspects are accused of passing sensitive information to a Pakistan-based handler through social media and other means.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir as part of its investigation into the Red Fort car bomb blast case.
Zinedine Zidane is expected to take over as France's head coach after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following the departure of Didier Deschamps after 14 years in charge.
A Mumbai court has directed prison authorities to shift Chetan Singh Choudhary, accused of a 2023 train shooting, to a mental hospital for evaluation to determine his fitness to stand trial.
After a landmark Supreme Court ruling, the family of Harish Rana, comatose for 12 years, prepares for his passive euthanasia, marking a significant moment in India's end-of-life care debate.
In a bid to de-escalate Middle East tensions, the US has presented Iran with a comprehensive 15-point peace plan focusing on nuclear disarmament and regional stability in exchange for sanctions relief.
Statues of freedom fighters demolished in Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, have been reinstalled within 24 hours following the Chief Minister's orders, prompting calls for a thorough investigation into the incident.
The Delhi High Court has closed proceedings on Celina Jaitly's petition regarding her brother Vikrant Jaitly's detention in the UAE, directing the Centre to continue providing legal assistance.
Before Dhurandhar: The Revenge releases, let's take a look at Aditya Dhar's remarkable journey from being an assistant director to helming India's most successful film.
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused the BJP government of conspiring against Indian citizens by deleting names from electoral rolls and diverting attention from core issues.
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