The BJP has announced its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections across multiple states, including Bihar, West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, and Haryana.
Over the past week in Bangladesh, two Hindu men were killed in separate incidents while four people, including a priest, sustained injuries after a crude bomb went off inside a temple in the country.
Two men have been arrested and a juvenile apprehended for allegedly stabbing a 35-year-old man to death and seriously injuring another following a drunken brawl in Delhi's Burari area.
Rajasthan Police have arrested a man allegedly involved in a large-scale fraud that collected crores in funds from people under the pretext of luxury car sales, cryptocurrency, and social media-based investment schemes.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) chairperson, Vijaya Rahatkar, conducted a review meeting with Rajasthan Police officials to assess the state's efforts in ensuring women's safety and addressing crimes against women.
Rao, who works in the housekeeping section at the airport, informed his parents that he and several others escaped with minor injuries.
Police in Jharkhand have arrested four more people in connection with the lynching of an elderly woman suspected of being a child-lifter, bringing the total number of arrests to eight. The incident occurred in Lagaba village, Gumla district, where the woman was beaten to death by villagers.
Aseem Mahajan, Additional Secretary (Gulf) in the Ministry of External Affairs, on Saturday informed that five Indians have been killed and one is missing due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He added that Indian missions remain open round the clock and are constantly working to provide assistance.
Six people were injured, one seriously, after a bus accident in Jharkhand's Chatra district. The bus, en route from Raipur to Gaya, crashed due to a burst tire.
Police in Meerut have confirmed that a woman found dead last month is a citizen of Turkmenistan, following initial misidentification. The investigation into her death continues, with several arrests made.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met and voiced his support for Deepak Kumar, dubbed 'Mohammad Deepak', an Uttarakhand gym owner who bravely confronted Bajrang Dal activists harassing a Muslim shopkeeper, symbolising unity and courage.
A first-year law student at Himachal Pradesh University has been arrested for allegedly stabbing a person during a fight between two groups on campus.
Police in Jammu and Kashmir have arrested three alleged drug peddlers in separate operations, including one who had been evading arrest for over two years. The arrests were made in Udhampur and Rajouri districts, with heroin and poppy straw recovered.
Patna Police arrested three individuals in two separate cyber fraud cases, involving share market investment scams and mule account operations.
The Union Home Ministry intervened to secure the release of 21 Tangkhul Naga civilians held hostage in Manipur's Ukhrul district, following tensions between Kuki and Naga communities.
A husband and wife have been arrested in Delhi for allegedly robbing a passenger on a bus after the wife falsely accused him of misbehaviour. The police were alerted by the bus conductor, leading to the couple's arrest and the recovery of the stolen items.
A special court in Kota, Rajasthan, sentenced ten individuals to life imprisonment for the 2019 murder of a police constable's brother, stemming from rivalry in a local cooperative society election.
Skye Air Mobility has raised USD 9 million in a Series B funding round to expand its hyperlocal drone delivery services across key metropolitan markets in India.
Three people died and four others were critically injured in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, when two motorcycles collided with a stationary truck while attempting to avoid a speeding vehicle.
28 Indian vessels carrying 778 seafarers are stranded in the Persian Gulf, prompting government monitoring and coordination to ensure their safety and security.
The Centre has directed the NCERT to review all textbooks after the Supreme Court raised concerns about 'offending' content on corruption in the judiciary in a Class 8 social science book.
Three individuals have been arrested in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly posting an objectionable video on Instagram, sparking police action and legal proceedings.
A young man in Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly murdered his grandfather with a sharp weapon following a monetary dispute and a previous attempt to poison him, police said.
A Delhi Police constable has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a racket producing fake Police Clearance Certificates (PCCs). The investigation uncovered a network charging individuals for forged documents, highlighting concerns about corruption and security.
Political observers said the announcement assumes significance as the state prepares for the assembly elections, with political parties stepping up outreach to various community groups.
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with a daylight shooting in the Makhanumaajra area of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, where a local resident was injured.
The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated with the inclusion of rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh, while some established athletes have been dropped due to performance issues.
The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated, with rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh joining, while underperforming athletes such as H.S. Prannoy and Deepak Punia have been dropped.
Four people have been arrested in Jharkhand's Gumla district for allegedly lynching an elderly woman, suspecting her of being a child lifter. The incident occurred after rumours spread in Lagaba village, leading to the woman being beaten to death.
Bitcoin has fallen from its peak of $1,26,251.3 on October 6, 2025, to $65,405.5, a decline of 48.2 per cent. Investors must recognise that sharp volatility is inherent to Bitcoin and avoid kneejerk reactions.
The Congress party in Odisha has moved its MLAs to Karnataka due to concerns about cross-voting in the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. Meanwhile, the BJD has called for meetings of its legislators.
'The city was not only a setting but also a major character in Sankar's stories, providing the readers insight into the ever-changing and complex nature of Calcutta,' observes Atanu Biswas.
Gurugram Police arrested a wanted criminal, Ankit Kumar, after a brief encounter near Pachgaon chowk. The accused, who had escaped from a jail in Uttar Pradesh, was injured in the exchange of fire and is currently hospitalized.
Scientists at the GraphIN 2026 conference highlighted the potential of ultra-sensitive graphene sensors for rapid disease detection and various other applications, including flexible heating pads for neonatal care and lightweight structures for unmanned aerial vehicles.
The death of an undertrial prisoner in Buxar Central Jail, Bihar, led to protests by family members and locals alleging foul play. The prisoner, Rajendra Kumar Singh, was lodged in jail for allegedly selling liquor. Relatives claimed there were injury marks on his body and alleged he was beaten to death, prompting demands for an investigation and action against jail officials.
Indian eateries are adapting to the LPG crisis by cutting menus, increasing prices, and switching to alternative fuels like coal, as LPG supplies are disrupted due to global events. State authorities are cracking down on hoarding and black marketing of LPG cylinders.
Two Indian ships carrying liquified petroleum gas (LPG) from the Gulf countries crossed the Strait of Hormuz early on Saturday morning, raising the number of Indian vessels safely passing through the war-hit, narrow shipping lane to three.
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has alerted the Hungarian Embassy in New Delhi about forged documents submitted by individuals posing as wrestlers, raising concerns about a potential human trafficking attempt.
Rajya Sabha member Sudha Murty urges mandatory counsellors in schools to support children facing sexual offences during a debate on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2024.
Odisha Police have arrested five individuals in connection with the attack on a BJD leader and chairperson in the Ganjam district. The incident sparked political reactions and protests, with investigations ongoing to determine the exact cause.
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