Two foreign nationals, a Yemeni and a Palestinian, have been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly peddling drugs. Police seized 150 grams of MDMA from the individuals, who were operating a drug distribution network between Hyderabad and Bengaluru.
The Jharkhand government has decided to release 23 convicts serving life sentences in prisons across the state, focusing on their rehabilitation and reintegration into society.
An auto-rickshaw driver was allegedly hacked to death with an axe by a man near a court in Odisha's Ganjam district over suspicion of an extramarital affair.
A pistol, allegedly found by a delivery person in an abandoned scooter near Rajghat, has been linked to a shooting incident targeting an advocate associated with jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to a doctor arrested for allegedly tampering with blood samples in the Pune Porsche crash case, where a minor is accused of killing two people.
Police in Saharanpur have arrested four individuals for allegedly plotting to fake the death of one of them to avoid a rape trial, involving the murder of a debtor and burning the body in a car.
'In the past 20 days, I've received everything from kids' piggy banks to Rs 1 crore (Rs 10 million) through social media. I want to thank them for their sympathy. I also want to ask them to send their bank details. I just need time, but will pay them all back with respect.'
Over 4.4 million devotees have visited Mathura, Vrindavan, and other sites in the Braj region to celebrate Holi, with more expected to arrive. Police have increased security and taken action against miscreants to ensure peaceful festivities.
Nancy Grewal, a 45-year-old social media influencer of Punjabi origin, was stabbed to death in Canada. Her mother claims she had been receiving threats. Police are investigating the homicide.
A special court in Mumbai has issued notices to Nirav Modi's brothers, Neeshal and Nehal, asking them to explain why they should not be declared fugitive economic offenders in connection with the Punjab National Bank scam.
The Lok Sabha rejected a resolution seeking the removal of Om Birla as Speaker by a voice vote amidst opposition protests and demands for an apology from Home Minister Amit Shah.
A Delhi court upheld the conviction of a man for property fraud but granted him probation due to his age and the lengthy trial, ordering compensation to the complainant.
Two medical students were arrested in Pithoragarh for allegedly snatching a gold chain and mobile phone from a woman. The students, identified as Sunny Singh and Himani Bora, were apprehended while attempting to flee.
A Delhi court has reserved its order on the bail plea of a couple accused of hurling racial slurs at their neighbours from Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur. The arguments were presented by both parties, with the court set to deliver its decision on Tuesday.
The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench has ruled that an FIR's credibility is not automatically compromised if it's prepared with a lawyer's assistance, upholding a conviction in an acid attack case while reducing the sentence.
A Kerala court has sentenced 25-year-old Muhammad Riyas to 30 years in prison for the sexual assault of a 16-year-old girl in a Tiruppur theater. Convicted under the POCSO Act and IPC, the accused lured the victim with a false job promise. Read more on the verdict and the court's compensation order.
A man in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly setting fire to two vehicles belonging to a government official, reportedly due to his anger over his girlfriend's employment as a cook at the official's residence.
Police in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh have ordered a fresh investigation into a 2005 double murder case where a listed gangster and five others were named as accused.
Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and 12 other former international captains have written to Pakistan's government expressing concern over jailed ex-PM Imran Khan's health and calling for proper medical care and dignified treatment.
What Subedaar lacks is that element of surprise that makes a film worth the viewer's time and willingness to engage, observes Deepa Gahlot.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and his wife Shwetambari Bhatt in a cheating case involving alleged misappropriation of funds. The court ordered their release from Udaipur jail and issued notices to the complainant and the Rajasthan government.
The Congress-led UDF in Kerala has criticised the ruling LDF over the Sabarimala gold loss cases, the issue of women's entry to the shrine, and the state's health sector, where government doctors and private nurses are striking over wages.
V K Sasikala, a close aide of the late J Jayalalithaa, has announced the launch of a new political party in Tamil Nadu, potentially leading to a four-way contest in the upcoming state Assembly elections.
A court in Kollam, Kerala, has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the aggravated sexual assault and torture of a four-year-old girl, highlighting the severity of child abuse cases and the legal consequences.
Even with its convoluted plot and a bit of a mid-series sag, Young Sherlock is tremendous fun, applauds Deepa Gahlot.
The Jharkhand government will provide financial assistance to victims of crime or their dependents under the Jharkhand Victim Compensation Scheme, 2016. Minimum compensation amounts have been fixed for various crimes, with applications submitted to the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA).
Delhi Police have arrested key conspirators and a shooter involved in the attack on advocate Deepak Khatri, who is associated with gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The arrests include Rohit Solanki, an alleged member of the Rohit Godara gang, and Sagar Malik, who provided logistical support.
Activist and scientist Sonam Wangchuk, currently lodged in Jodhpur Central Jail, was taken to AIIMS Jodhpur for a medical examination following concerns about his declining health. The Supreme Court has requested his medical report.
'Everybody has stood by Rajpal Yadav. The industry has been supportive.'
Sengar, however, will remain in jail since he is also serving 10 years' imprisonment in the custodial death case of the victim's father and has not been granted bail in that case.
Additional Sessions Judge Amit Bansal directed the stay after the Delhi Police challenged the bail order by Duty Magistrate Vanshika Mehta, and listed the matter on March 6 for further proceedings.
Police in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested five individuals, including a woman and her lover, in connection with the murder of her husband. The accused confessed to the crime, which was motivated by an affair and financial incentives.
Pakistani authorities have dismissed rumours circulating on social media regarding the health of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, stating he is in 'completely good health' inside Adiala Jail.
Unidentified individuals attacked the residence of a KSU activist in Kerala with an explosive device, following his arrest related to a protest where the Health Minister was allegedly injured.
'The unexpected turn of events and assertion of sovereignty by the Taliban has baffled the Pakistan security establishment.'
Unidentified individuals attacked the residence of a KSU activist in Kerala with an explosive device, following his arrest related to a protest where the Health Minister was allegedly injured.
The Assam government has requested the Gauhati High Court to establish a fast-track court to expedite the trial in the Zubeen Garg death case, a move welcomed by the singer's wife, who seeks stringent punishment for those responsible.
The Delhi High Court has suspended actor Rajpal Yadav's sentence in a cheque bounce case until March 18, allowing his release from jail after he deposited Rs 1.5 crore.
Tarique Rahman is Bangladesh's first male prime minister in more than three decades, ending an era of female leadership that began in 1991.
The Assam Cabinet has decided to request the Gauhati High Court to establish a fast-track court to expedite the trial in the Zubeen Garg death case, following a request from the singer's family.
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