TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee has urged BJP candidate Ratna Debnath to appeal to PM Modi to ensure the Aparajita Bill, aimed at time-bound punishment for rape convicts, is enacted.
A court in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, has directed police to register an FIR regarding the Bargi Dam cruise boat tragedy that resulted in 13 deaths. The court cited the crew's failure to rescue passengers as potential culpable homicide.
The BJP-led government in Bihar secured a vote of confidence in the state assembly, with Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary pledging economic development and significant investments. The motion was passed amidst heated debates and accusations between the ruling NDA and the opposition, highlighting political tensions and differing views on issues like women's reservation.
Initial vote counting in the Kerala Assembly elections indicates a significant lead for the Congress-led UDF, suggesting a potential shift in power.
Karan Johar discusses the success of 'alpha-driven' films like Animal and Dhurandhar, noting a shift in audience preference for 'front footed machismo' and 'alpha energy'. He also touches upon the appeal of emotional identification, particularly among male viewers, and expresses conflict over the cultural signals these films send.
'This is indeed a historic sporting achievement, a shining example of hardwork, team work and determination'
From a side that promised much after a fourth-place finish in the Tokyo Olympics, the Indian women's team has collapsed into a seemingly direction-less outfit.
In the IPL, losing your wicket is forgivable; but losing your integrity isn't, asserts K R Nayar.
The Indian government and opposition parties are set for a showdown in Parliament over a Constitution amendment bill concerning the implementation of the women's quota law and the delimitation exercise. The Opposition is concerned about the potential impact of delimitation on the political representation of southern states.
Vijay's TVK is poised to win its debut Assembly polls in Tamil Nadu, drawing parallels to Arvind Kejriwal's AAP's rise in Delhi. Both parties capitalised on public disenchantment with established political structures, promising change and fighting corruption.
The electorate did not vote for the BJP as much as they voted against the TMC. This is an important distinction that the new government will ignore at its own peril, points out Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).
The 18th edition of the TCS World 10K Bengaluru is set to welcome a record number of participants, with elite athletes and a substantial prize purse adding to the excitement.
India's unincorporated non-agricultural sector, excluding construction and corporate enterprises, added approximately 7.5 million workers in a single year, reaching 128.1 million employed in 2025, according to the NSO's ASUSE 2025 report.
Deepti Sharma's stellar all-round performance, including a maiden five-wicket haul, led India to a 14-run victory over South Africa in the fourth women's T20I. Despite South Africa already securing the series, Deepti's contributions with both bat and ball proved decisive.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 11.4 kg of crystal meth worth Rs 11.4 crore at Secunderabad railway station and arrested two women passengers.
Special police observer Ajay Pal Sharma toured West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district during the second phase of Assembly elections, facing political controversy and allegations of intimidation from TMC leaders.
'They will have to adjust themselves to the new reality. Because if they don't understand this changed political perception, their future will be difficult.'
We journey to 10 famous Maa temples, each devoted to a different form of Devi or the female force...
Indian women's team captain Salima Tete can't wait for the upcoming Hockey India League as she feels that the event will help shape the careers of young players and build a strong bench strength for the national team.
Pranavi Urs was the only Indian golfer to make the cut at the Joburg Ladies Open, while Tvesa Malik and Diksha Dagar narrowly missed out. Celine Herbin and Brianna Navarrosa share the lead.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the ruling TMC in West Bengal, alleging corruption and appeasement politics, while promoting the BJP's development agenda ahead of the assembly elections.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha urged athletes and sportspersons to promote the 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan' and inspire youth to reject drugs and embrace sports during the All India Inter-University Wushu Championship at the University of Kashmir.
Australia defeated India by 19 runs in the second T20I to level the three-match series, powered by a record opening stand between Georgia Voll and Beth Mooney.
India's junior shooters continued their impressive performance at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo, securing four more medals, including three silver and one bronze, bringing their medal tally to third place.
The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has announced the qualification standards for athletes aiming to compete in the Asian U20 Championships in Hong Kong next month. Athletes must meet these standards at the upcoming age group competition in Tumkur, Karnataka.
The Indian women's national football team has lodged a formal complaint with the AIFF regarding ill-fitting kits received just before their opening AFC Women's Asian Cup match in Australia, citing a lack of professionalism and disruption to their preparations.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who made "number 16" jibe at the treasury benches during his speech in Lok Sabha on Friday on three new bills, refused to elaborate on it in his brief interaction with reporters and said "it is a puzzle" and he "won't tell the answer just like that".
A BJP government in Bengal inherits more problems than it might care to admit at its moment of triumph, points out Ramesh Menon
India finished on top of the ISSF Junior Shooting World Cup in Cairo with a total of 16 medals, including five gold, six silver, and five bronze. Hemant Burman won silver in the men's 50m rifle 3 positions, and Zuhair Khan and Addya Katyal won bronze in the trap mixed team event.
Veer Chotrani progresses to the quarterfinals of the Hamburg Open squash tournament, while other Indian players face defeat in the second round.
Janneke Schopman resigned on Friday, days after creating a furore by claiming that she was not valued
Pranavi Urs, the only Indian golfer to make the cut, improved her position at the Joburg Ladies Open, while several French golfers lead the competition.
The Supreme Court questioned the chief priest of the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple regarding the constitutionality of preventing believers from touching the deity, during hearings on discrimination against women at religious sites.
A woman in Jodhpur, India, successfully annulled her marriage, which was solemnised when she was 12 years old, after a court battle, highlighting the ongoing issue of child marriage and the importance of legal intervention.
The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) will conduct SRY Gene tests at the Federation Cup in Ranchi to ensure only biological females compete in the women's category. The AFI will also start DNA testing of Indian athletes to collect data for research, injury prevention, and training methods.
Young Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty progressed to the men's singles quarterfinals of the Badminton Asia Championships, while PV Sindhu was eliminated in the women's event.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed poll rallies in West Bengal, promising jobs for youths and an 'infiltrator-free' state if the BJP wins the assembly elections. He also pledged to restore industrial glory, end syndicate raj, and ensure women's safety.
Indian women's team pacer Renuka Singh Thakur has been ruled out of the one-off Test against Australia due to workload management, with Kashvee Gautam named as her replacement.
He joins ahead of a demanding 2026 season packed with major events, including the Asian Games and Commonwealth Games. One of the first things on his agenda will be "tackling" the selection policy.
'If you read the TVK manifesto, it is doles and much more doles. But the state has been habituated to this.' 'In no way is he distinct or different from the DMK regime.'
