A man in Uttar Pradesh, India, has been arrested for allegedly killing his nine-month-old son with an axe following an argument with his wife. Police are investigating the incident and suspect the accused may be mentally unstable.
Pankaj Advani continues his impressive form, reaching the semifinals of the 10-ball national championships after defeating reigning champion Shivam Arora. He will face Shahbaaz Adil Khan in the next round.
Three railway police officers in Mumbai have been dismissed from service after being found guilty of extorting money and gold from a jeweller at Mumbai Central station.
A 19-year-old woman was found dead in Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, raising suspicions of murder among villagers. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
Punjab Police have dismantled an inter-state illegal arms supply module, arresting four individuals and recovering sophisticated firearms. The investigation revealed a network sourcing weapons from Bihar and supplying them in Punjab for criminal activities, potentially linked to gang rivalry.
Nikhat Zareen, Priya, and Preeti Pawar have qualified for the semi-finals of the Asian Boxing Championships, guaranteeing India at least three medals.
A man was arrested in Beed for allegedly stealing a gold ring from a person after promising to show him magic. The incident occurred at the Kaij bus stand when the victim was approached by two men who convinced him to remove his ring for a 'miracle'.
Filming begins on Sourav Ganguly biopic 'Dada', with Rajkummar Rao in the lead and Vikramaditya Motwane directing the much-anticipated project.
A 15-year-old girl was found dead in Ramban district, Jammu and Kashmir, prompting a police investigation and murder allegations from her family.
A 20-year-old man was stabbed to death after a quarrel in northwest Delhi. Police have apprehended two men and a juvenile in connection with the incident.
Two Bengaluru Municipal Corporation officials were arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs three lakh in connection with pending 'Khata' work.
A fire broke out among several oil tankers in Jammu, India, but was quickly brought under control by fire services, preventing a major disaster. No casualties were reported.
Yuzvendra Chahal provides a reassuring update on Shreyas Iyer's wrist injury after a brief scare during a Punjab Kings match, calming concerns among fans and teammates.
Police in Hisar, Haryana, rescued 13 camels being illegally transported for slaughter and arrested three individuals on charges of animal cruelty after intercepting a truck carrying the animals from Rajasthan.
Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden was seen helping ground staff clean the Gujarat Titans' dugout after an IPL practice, earning praise for his humility and sportsmanship.
Iga Swiatek has hired Francisco Roig, formerly of Rafael Nadal's team, as her new coach after parting ways with Wim Fissette.
Two men were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly selling MDMA. Police seized 25.65 grams of the narcotic substance. The investigation revealed the accused were selling MDMA to make easy money, supplied by two individuals who procured the drug from Himachal Pradesh.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer has been fined Rs 24 lakh for a slow over-rate during their IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings. This marks the team's second over-rate offence this season, leading to enhanced penalties for the captain and other players.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer has been fined Rs 24 lakh for a slow over-rate during their IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings. This marks the team's second over-rate offence this season, leading to enhanced penalties for the captain and other players.
Jan William Langford was found unconscious in his room on Monday morning, following which he was rushed to Bombay Hospital by the hotel management. He was declared dead on arrival.
A stampede at the Shitala Mata temple in Bihar's Nalanda district resulted in the deaths of eight women due to a heavy rush of devotees.
Television folk had a glamorous night out, when they walked the red carpet for the Universal India Awards 2026, held at Mumbai's Hotel Sahara Star.
Security forces in Manipur have arrested three militants from two proscribed organisations for their alleged involvement in extortion activities in the Thoubal and Kakching districts.
Jewellery worth approximately 1.75 crore has been stolen from a Jain temple in the Lalbag area of central Mumbai. Police are investigating the theft and have identified a suspect through CCTV footage.
Three individuals have been apprehended in connection with the murder of a 78-year-old Buddhist monk in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. The suspects, all reportedly drug addicts, allegedly committed the crime to obtain money for drugs.
A couple in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, died after their motorcycle was hit by a speeding container truck. The driver fled the scene, and police have launched a search.
A man and his two children were killed in Muzaffarnagar after their motorcycle was hit by a school bus. The man's wife is critically injured. Police have arrested the bus driver and seized the vehicle.
A 10-month-old girl tragically died in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, after falling into a pot of hot milk that her mother had placed nearby to cool.
Sara Arjun, who sported a Mumbai Indians jersey, attended the match with her parents actor Raj Arjun and Kathak dancer Sanya Arjun.
The Indian Under-20 football team lost to Bangladesh in a penalty shootout in the SAFF men's U-20 Championship final after a goalless draw.
Delhi Police arrested a 42-year-old Nigerian national in Rohini and seized over 100 grams of cocaine worth approximately 1.25 crore.
Police in Mathura, India, arrested nine individuals, including four men and five women, for their alleged involvement in flesh trade operating from a roadside eatery on the Delhi-Agra National Highway.
A police sub-inspector in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, has been suspended after a video surfaced showing him allegedly assaulting a man at a roadside eatery. The incident sparked outrage and prompted an investigation.
Indian boxers Sachin Siwach and Vishvanath Suresh have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Asian Boxing Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
A violent clash over a long-standing property dispute in Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh, resulted in one death and six injuries. Police are investigating the incident and have registered a case.
An Assam native was beaten to death by six colleagues in Kerala after being suspected of stealing a phone. Police have taken the accused into custody and are investigating the incident.
Police in Shimla arrested a drug peddler from Haryana and seized 288 grams of adulterated heroin, marking the largest seizure in the district this year.
Five young men were arrested in Hyderabad for performing dangerous motorcycle stunts and riding with multiple passengers without helmets, after a video of their actions went viral on social media.
Two unidentified individuals fired shots at a plywood factory in Yamunanagar, Haryana, causing panic but no injuries. Police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage.
A 46-year-old man has been arrested in Thane for allegedly cheating jewellers. Gold bars worth 2.3 crore have been recovered from his possession following a multi-state probe.
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