The mayor of Arcadia, California, Eileen Wang, has agreed to plead guilty for acting as an illegal agent of China, according to the US Department of Justice. Wang, along with her then-fiance, Yaoning 'Mike' Sun, were charged with promoting pro-China propaganda in the US at the behest of Chinese government officials.
Odisha Police's Crime Branch has arrested two more individuals in connection with the lynching of a GRP constable, bringing the total number of arrests to 15. The incident occurred after the constable was accused of attempted rape.
Rajasthan's Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has identified a Punjab-based suspect for allegedly sharing pro-Khalistan and pro-Pakistan content on social media platforms.
Heinrich Klaasen has emerged as the cornerstone of Sunrisers Hyderabad's batting lineup in IPL 2026, consistently delivering impactful performances and justifying his hefty price tag.
A Delhi court sentenced four men to life imprisonment for the 2017 murder of a 17-year-old boy in Kirti Nagar, West Delhi, finding they acted with common intention.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered a CBI probe into the death of a trainee doctor at R G Kar Medical College, following allegations of evidence destruction and attempts to downplay the incident.
The family of Twisha Sharma, who died last week, is demanding an independent probe into phone calls made by one of the accused to influential figures and CCTV technicians after her death.
The Supreme Court has permitted the filing of a special investigation team (SIT) probe report before a Gurugram court regarding the rape of a three-year-old girl. The court is also considering the role of doctors and compensation for the victim.
A man was arrested after an encounter with police in connection with the murder of his eight-year-old niece in Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. The accused, Arun Kumar, was attempting to flee to Nepal when he was apprehended. He allegedly confessed to the crime and was shot in the leg during an attempt to escape from police custody.
The Enforcement Directorate has opposed Robert Vadra's petition in the Delhi High Court, challenging a trial court order that summoned him in a money laundering case linked to a land deal in Haryana's Shikohpur.
The Allahabad High Court has criticised the Uttar Pradesh Police's approach to citizen security, emphasising that preserving human life should be the state's top priority, not just prosecuting murderers. The court was hearing a petition from a Badaun resident who sought police protection due to a land dispute.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has permitted a second postmortem of Twisha Sharma, a Noida woman who allegedly died due to dowry harassment. The family sought the second autopsy citing discrepancies in the first postmortem report.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in the Pune district of Maharashtra, following widespread outrage over the heinous crime.
US authorities have shut down an India-based call centre operation that allegedly defrauded hundreds of elderly Americans of millions of dollars through tech support scams, following a years-long investigation.
The upcoming Tata Sons board meeting in June could possibly throw some light on several critical issues that may have a bearing on the future of the corporate behemoth.
The Chhattisgarh High Court has dismissed an appeal by the state government, upholding the acquittal of all 10 accused in the 2010 Tadmetla Maoist attack case due to lack of direct evidence and procedural lapses in the investigation.
The Bombay High Court has overturned the acquittal of a man in a 2015 murder case, citing failures in the original trial and ordering a retrial to ensure justice is served.
The Supreme Court granted bail to Mohammad Kashif, accused of posing as a close aide of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union ministers to extort money. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had registered a case against him based on forgery and cheating.
Bengaluru's Hemanth Muddappa of Mantra Racing has been declared the 2025 National Champion in the premier unrestricted class after the Indian Motor Sports Appeals Court (IMSAC) restored his title from the final round of the MMSC FMSCI Indian National Motorcycle Drag Racing Championship.
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, has strongly dissented on the selection process for the next CBI director, alleging bias and lack of transparency in the government's approach.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has alleged that the people of Diamond Harbour have been unable to exercise their voting rights for a decade. He assured people that the scenario has now changed, and the May 21 repolling in the Falta Assembly seat will re-establish voter rights.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah congratulated V D Satheesan on being named as the Kerala CM and expressed his desire to work together to protect the shared interests of both states.
The Madras High Court has restrained TVK MLA R Srinivasa Sethupathi from voting, including in the upcoming confidence motion, due to a petition challenging his one-vote victory.
Chand Mera Dil flickers like an LED bulb in an artificial sky instead of a real chand, sighs Mayur Sanap.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that Bangladeshi infiltrators detained in the state will be directly handed over to the BSF for deportation, bypassing court appearances, following a new rule.
The Twisha Sharma dowry death case has seen significant developments, including the arrest of her husband and a court order for a second autopsy by AIIMS Delhi. The family alleges dowry harassment, while the in-laws claim drug addiction.
Actor Vijay, president of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The ceremony included a selfie with Rahul Gandhi and a 360-degree video of the cheering crowd. Vijay's party achieved a historic debut, ending the duopoly of DMK and AIADMK.
The Calcutta High Court dismissed a plea challenging the Election Commission's directive to deploy central government and PSU employees for vote counting in the West Bengal Assembly elections.
The Chhattisgarh High Court has upheld the acquittal of ten accused in the 2010 Tadmetla Maoist attack case, citing lack of direct evidence and procedural lapses in the investigation.
The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to rationalise airfares and provide relief to flyers, highlighting discrepancies in pricing for the same routes and airlines. The court is addressing a plea seeking a robust regulator to ensure transparency and passenger protection in the civil aviation sector.
The Kerala government has assured Dalit residents of a disputed land in Ernakulam district that it will seek more time from the court regarding their eviction. The assurance was given by State Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, who stated the government will do everything necessary to help them and that further action will be taken only as per court directions.
DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has clarified his Sanatan Dharma eradication remark, stating that he meant to abolish the caste system that divides people into upper and lower castes, advocating for equal rights for all in temples and society.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence on the NEET paper leak controversy, demanding the sacking of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and questioning the government's handling of the situation.
The Maharashtra government has proposed a posthumous Padma Vibhushan award for wrestler Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav, India's first individual Olympic medalist, to the Bombay High Court.
Indian stock markets rallied in early trade after US President Donald Trump announced a halt to planned military strikes on Iran, citing requests from Gulf leaders and ongoing "very big discussions" that could lead to a deal. This de-escalation, coupled with foreign fund inflows and gains in IT and Adani group stocks, contributed to the positive market sentiment. Track Sensex and Nifty on May 19, 2026.
The Delhi High Court has granted interim bail to Baramulla MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid, who is accused in a terror-funding case, following the death of his father. The bail is effective until June 2, with strict conditions including police escort and restricted movement.
Delhi Police have requested the Delhi High Court to cancel the bail granted to a staff member accused of raping a three-year-old girl in a private school in Janakpuri.
With Saif Ali Khan and Randeep Hooda donning the cop uniform on OTT this week, we take a look at 10 memorable police portrayals in Hindi OTT series over the years.
A 22-year-old Indian national has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a scheme to smuggle individuals from Canada into the United States, coordinating operations to illegally transport people across the US-Canada border into New York.
The Supreme Court closed a plea by Goa Congress leader Ketan Bhatikar, who died from a snakebite, challenging the cancellation of the Ponda assembly bypoll by the Bombay High Court.
