A mother in Kerala has been taken into custody after her one-year-old daughter was found dead under suspicious circumstances at their home. Police are investigating the cause of death and the mother's mental state.
The 87th Inter-State Sub-Junior and Cadet National Table Tennis Championships begin in Gandhidham, with 32 teams competing for the boys U-15 title. West Bengal enters as the favourite, while other states like Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra are expected to challenge.
Five school students, including two girls, drowned in separate incidents in the Koraput and Mayurbhanj districts of Odisha. Three class 10 students drowned in a reservoir after completing their board exams, while two class 2 girls drowned in a pond near their village.
We have a new fashion girlie to obsess over. Zoya Afroz, who is suddenly all over everyone's screens thanks to Taskaree, is not just a Miss India International 2021 titleholder but also a style star in making.
She first won hearts as the sweet, sanskari bahu in Swaragini but Helly Shah is clearly ready for a new take-off.
An Indian Air Force personnel has been acquitted of molestation charges after his sister-in-law admitted her allegations stemmed from a dream and a misunderstanding.
A 21-year-old woman in Jodhpur has successfully annulled her child marriage, which took place when she was only 12 years old. The court emphasized the adverse impact of child marriage and the importance of eliminating the practice.
Pratibha Rannta is making waves for her performance in her latest film, Accused, but off-screen, she's accused of only one thing -- being a total fashionista.
India U20 women's team head coach Joakim Alexandersson expresses confidence in his team's progress ahead of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup in Thailand, highlighting improvements in ball movement, passing, and defensive organisation.
China has condemned the attack on an elementary school in Iran and pledged USD 200,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance.
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.
A female suicide bomber, allegedly trained by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), has been arrested in Pakistan, highlighting the group's tactics of brainwashing young individuals for terror attacks.
The Haryana State Commission for Women has issued an arrest warrant for rapper Badshah after he failed to appear before the commission regarding alleged objectionable lyrics and visuals in his Haryanvi music video, 'Tateeree'. The commission has also requested a ban on Badshah's shows nationwide.
From sporty cloth bands to jewel-studded statement pieces, fashionistas are proving that this simple hair accessory can completely transform a look.
DMK leader Dayanidhi Maran sparked controversy by contrasting women's education in Tamil Nadu with the situation in North India, claiming that women in the North are encouraged to stay home and bear children.
Guess who has been cheering cricketer Ishan Kishan from the stands during the India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup final? His girlfriend, Aditi Hundia.
Muslims in Uttam Nagar, West Delhi, offered Eid-ul-Fitr prayers under heavy security following recent tensions. Despite a subdued atmosphere, residents expressed gratitude for the police presence and emphasised the community's commitment to peace.
A grieving father in Delhi alleges systemic negligence after a fire claimed the lives of nine family members in Palam, raising questions about emergency response times and building safety.
If you've just had a breakup, don't you dare be sad this Valentine's Day. This year, it's all about dressing hotter than the sun, taking yourself out on a fabulous solo date, and posting picture so fiery that your ex has no choice but to cry themselves to sleep.
PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has criticised the DMK government over the law and order situation in Tamil Nadu, citing the Tuticorin rape and murder case and other incidents as evidence of police failure to monitor and prevent crimes.
Andhra Pradesh police have dismantled a child trafficking syndicate in Eluru district, uncovering the illegal sale of infants following an investigation into suspicious child registration records.
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A 41-year-old man in Kerala has been sentenced to 53 years in prison for the aggravated penetrative sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl. The Nadapuram Fast Track Special Court Judge Devan K Menon sentenced Muhammed Reyhan under various provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the IPC.
Nagaland Minister C L John has called for stronger collective efforts to address gender-based violence and unequal opportunities, highlighting the need for women's empowerment at the International Women's Day celebration in Kohima.
There were Test cricketers and actors at the Kritika-Gaurav wedding.
Five people have been arrested in connection with the suicide of an intern doctor at AIIMS Rajkot, who left a note alleging assault by classmates.
It's not the clothes or the rebellion that invites violence, but the mindset that continues to police and condition girls and encourages the perpetrator, instead of punishing the criminals. This lack of empathy is what ultimately brings The Kerala Story 2 down, observes Divya Nair.
The girl suffered fatal wounds due to the impact, while her parents also sustained injuries, he said.
A Samajwadi Party leader has been booked for allegedly urging Muslims not to celebrate Eid as a protest against a US attack on Iran, claiming it was an appeal from jailed leader Azam Khan.
A United States missile strike has reportedly hit an educational facility in Khomeyn in central Iran, according to a report by Al Jazeera citing Iran's Mehr news agency. The site was identified as the Dr Hafez Khomeyni School.
A government primary school teacher in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district has been arrested after being accused of molesting three young girls.
A tragic fire in a Delhi residential building near Palam Metro Station claimed the lives of seven family members, including three children, prompting a large-scale rescue operation by the Delhi Fire Service.
A girl's shoe closet says more about her than her entire wardrobe.
Two minors, a boy and a girl, were found hanging from a tree in a field in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh. Police suspect a relationship and potential social pressures led to the tragic event, pending post-mortem results.
The Ministry of External Affairs has confirmed that nearly 880 Indian nationals, including students, have been evacuated from Iran via Armenia and Azerbaijan due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
A 17-year-old girl gave birth in a school washroom during her Class 10 board exam in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, leading to the discovery of a sexual assault case. The girl alleges she was assaulted by a boy she met at a dance program.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's interaction with a young landslide survivor during a township inauguration has ignited a political debate, with CPI (M) leaders contrasting it with PM Modi's earlier interaction with the same girl.
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Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's interaction with a young landslide survivor during a township inauguration has ignited a political debate, with CPI (M) leaders contrasting it with PM Modi's earlier interaction with the same child.
Joya, a 14-year-old striker, scored a dramatic late goal to secure a 3-2 victory for the India U-17 Women's team against Myanmar in a friendly match, as part of their preparations for the upcoming AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup.
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