An idol of Lord Hanuman was allegedly vandalised by unidentified miscreants in a temple in Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, police said.
Authorities in Ghaziabad intensified verification drives and sealed three unrecognised madrassas in the Khoda area following the murder of a 17-year-old boy. The incident has led to heightened security measures and political reactions.
The US Treasury Department is exploring the possibility of featuring Donald Trump's portrait on a new $250 note, pending congressional approval to amend the law that prohibits living individuals from being depicted on US currency.
Punjab Police conducted raids on the residence of Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia and others in connection with an incident where they allegedly stormed a police station and attempted to forcibly release a detainee. Police have also issued a lookout circular against Majithia to prevent him from leaving the country.
Punjab Police conducted raids at the residence of SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia and others for allegedly storming a police station and attempting to free a detainee. The Akali Dal alleges political vendetta, while police assert that action will be taken regardless of status.
An Iraqi national, Ali Amer Mosa, died in a devastating hotel fire in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar, where 21 people lost their lives. His brother-in-law recounted the rapid spread of smoke, forcing desperate escapes, and noted that Ali died attempting to use the smoke-filled stairs. Police have sealed the area, arrested the hotel owner, and are investigating fire safety compliance and evacuation procedures.
Haryana's Director General of Police, Ajay Singhal, chaired a review meeting to assess law and order, NEET exam security, and the progress of the drug-free campaign in the state.
About 30 Indian nationals living illegally in the US and working as commercial truck drivers have been arrested and will be deported as part of 'Operation Checkmate'.
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a divorce under Mohammedan Law is effective from the date 'talaq' is pronounced, with a court decree simply confirming the divorce.
Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has condemned the violent attack on Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials' vehicles, alleging a CPI(M) conspiracy to disrupt law and order. He asserted that those involved will face stringent legal action, regardless of their status.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini criticised the AAP government in Punjab, alleging unfulfilled promises, deteriorating law and order, and a failed anti-drug campaign. He also highlighted the welfare initiatives of Haryana's 'double-engine' government and expressed confidence in the BJP's future prospects in Punjab.
A Delhi court has convicted a man and his mother in a dowry death case after his wife died by suicide within seven years of marriage, citing a pattern of dowry-related harassment and demands.
A man wanted for nearly nine years in connection with the murder of a woman for an alleged Rs 50 lakh insurance claim and property has been arrested in Bihar, Delhi Police said. Another accused in the case was found to have died in 2018.
BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh has criticised the AAP government in Punjab, citing failures in tackling drug trafficking, mafia activities, and a deteriorating law and order situation. He urged party workers to launch awareness campaigns against drugs and assist in the Special Intensive Revision exercise for upcoming elections, envisioning a drug-free, fear-free, and development-oriented Punjab.
US Vice President JD Vance has stated that immigrants who become US citizens should prioritise the interests of the United States above their country of origin. He emphasised the importance of allegiance to the US for the effective functioning of the American system.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has criticised Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia for allegedly storming into a police station in Amritsar to forcibly release a detainee.
The CBI has arrested former judge Giribala Singh in connection with the death of her daughter-in-law, Twisha Sharma, following the quashing of her anticipatory bail by the Madhya Pradesh High Court. Singh's son, Samarth, is also in custody, and the CBI plans to confront them with each other's statements.
The CBI has registered an FIR in the death of Twisha Sharma, booking her husband and mother-in-law.
Gurugram police detained 226 people for allegedly consuming alcohol in public places during a special late-night drive aimed at curbing crime and tightening security across the city.
A court in Bhopal has remanded Samarth Singh, the husband of deceased model-actor Twisha Sharma, to CBI custody as the agency takes over the investigation into her death.
A 22-year-old woman and her two-year-old son were found dead in Soro village, Garhwa district, Jharkhand. Police suspect suicide and are investigating all angles.
A woman and her live-in partner have been arrested in Thiruvananthapuram in connection with the death of her one-and-a-half-year-old son, with allegations of abuse surfacing against the male accused.
A grenade attack at a private hospital in Punjab's Gurdaspur district resulted in damage to the emergency ward, but no injuries. Police swiftly arrested a suspect with links to a foreign-based handler, and an investigation is underway to uncover the entire network behind the attack.
IndiGo, India's largest airline, reported a net loss of Rs 2,536.9 crore in the March quarter of fiscal year 2025-26, primarily attributed to a significant foreign exchange loss of approximately Rs 8,100 crore, the impact of December flight disruptions, and expenses related to new labour laws.
An 82-year-old woman, Laxmi Jain, allegedly died by suicide after jumping from her 14th-floor flat in Jaipur's Harmada area. Her family had reportedly locked the flat from outside as she was unwell and had poor eyesight. Police are investigating the incident, which prima facie appears to be a suicide.
A man named Azmat Abad was arrested in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly posting an objectionable comment on a social media post depicting Lord Shiva. Police stated that the comment had the potential to disrupt communal harmony and create tension in the area. He was apprehended during a crime-curbing drive and is being produced before a competent court.
The CBI arrested former judge Giribala Singh in connection with her daughter-in-law's death, a day after her anticipatory bail was quashed by the Madhya Pradesh High Court.
The Centre had asked the Gymkhana Club in Lutyens' Delhi to hand over the premises, citing that the 27.3-acre plot was required for "strengthening and securing defence infrastructure".
Former model and actor Twisha Sharma, who died in Bhopal due to alleged dowry harassment, was cremated after a second postmortem. Her family accuses her in-laws of dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, while the in-laws claim she suffered from drug addiction.
The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over media reporting in the death case of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma, urging restraint to ensure a fair and impartial investigation.
Union minister Ravneet Singh Bittu has launched a strong attack on Punjab AAP chief Aman Arora, accusing him of lowering the standards of political discourse by resorting to personal attacks against his family instead of answering questions on governance.
The Supreme Court has asked the media to exercise restraint while reporting developments in the death of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma, observing that it was pained by the handling of the case.
The Assam Assembly has passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill, aiming to establish a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships, irrespective of religion. This makes Assam the third state in India to pass such a bill, following Uttarakhand and Gujarat.
A Delhi court has granted bail to six individuals accused in a scam related to the Delhi government's 'Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana'. The court cited the principle that bail is the rule and denial is an exception.
A man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested and jailed for allegedly circulating objectionable remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on social media.
A 32-year-old daily wage labourer in Odisha's Ganjam district has died allegedly after being tortured in police custody, prompting a high-level investigation.
The Delhi Police is facing significant staffing shortages, with a considerable number of posts vacant at various levels, potentially impacting law enforcement and public safety.
Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia has sent a video clip linked to the killing of an assistant sub-inspector to the Punjab director general of police. The video allegedly shows the officer being shot at point-blank range.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has directed police to promptly register cases, investigate expeditiously, and ensure stringent punishment for those involved in sexual crimes, following a series of incidents including the murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore.
The Delhi government's Women and Child Development Department (WCD) has introduced a new internship and research framework, offering students in social work, psychology, and related fields structured field exposure at child care institutions and welfare centres.
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