A revenue official and a middleman were arrested in Rajasthan's Alwar district for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1.5 lakh for land mutation.
Remittances from West Asia in March rose sharply amid the conflict in the region, with industry insiders estimating inflows to be 20-30 per cent higher than what is usual in a month.
The CBI has arrested a chief electrical distribution engineer with the Central Railway and two private individuals in connection with an alleged bribery case involving Rs 10 lakh.
Governance uncertainty and leadership visibility gap are likely to keep the stock under pressure in the near term, said Nomura in a report.
A special NIA court in Mumbai has denied Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case accused Hany Babu permission to visit Kerala, citing previous similar rejections and readily available medical facilities in Mumbai.
Opposition MPs have submitted notices in both Houses of Parliament seeking a motion for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, alleging partisan conduct and obstruction of electoral fraud investigations.
A 28-year-old man was killed by a tiger while working in his sugarcane field in Nandlalpurva village, Uttar Pradesh. Forest officials have advised locals to be alert and are attempting to capture the tiger.
Three individuals, including two sisters, have been arrested in connection with the murder of a man from Seraikela-Kharsawan district. The victim, Vijay Kumar Das, was allegedly murdered due to an illicit relationship and subsequent pressure to marry one of the accused.
Two men in Bengaluru have been arrested for allegedly defrauding people by offering electric vehicles at subsidised rates under a fake central government scheme.
The rupee plunged to a fresh low of 93.72 against the dollar on Friday, falling 1.15 per cent in a single session - its sharpest one-day decline since February 24, 2022 - as elevated crude oil prices and strong dollar demand from oil-marketing companies and foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) weighed on the currency.
Delhi Police arrested ten Bangladeshi nationals for illegally staying in India after their medical visas expired. They were apprehended during a verification drive and deportation proceedings have begun.
The Maharashtra government has taken steps to combat the rise in investment-related cybercrimes, including arrests, enhanced cybersecurity measures, and public awareness campaigns.
An 11-year-old girl was found dead in a wheat field in Kanpur, India, with signs of sexual assault, leading to a police investigation and the detention of a neighbour.
A teacher convicted of murdering Dr Vandana Das in a Kerala hospital has been sentenced to life imprisonment. The prosecution plans to appeal for the death penalty.
The Supreme Court of India will hear a suo motu case concerning victims of digital arrest, a growing form of cybercrime where fraudsters impersonate officials to extort money from victims.
The controversy involves mis-selling Credit Suisse AT-I bonds to NRIs as fixed-maturity instruments, later written off after collapse.
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Army officers share their experiences and details about the contingents and displays that will be part of the Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path.
Former Iranian water polo player Reza Soleimani expresses devastation over the execution of wrestler Saleh Mohammadi and voices support for Iranian athletes protesting against the government.
A 30-year-old man was fatally shot, and three others were injured in a shooting at a shop in Bawana, Delhi. Police suspect gang rivalry as the motive.
Delhi Police have arrested a 19-year-old man for allegedly stabbing a youth in Model Town after the victim's family confronted him about harassing a woman in the neighbourhood.
Office redevelopment is emerging as a key growth frontier for developers as India's commercial real estate market shifts towards quality, sustainability, and capital efficiency. With land parcels scarce in central business districts (CBDs) and demand for Grade A offices remaining strong, developers and investors are increasingly turning to ageing office stock in prime locations to unlock value.
At least 19 people have died in Karachi, Pakistan, due to severe rainstorms, thunderstorms, and strong winds, causing building collapses and electrocution.
Officials of the Goa Cricket Association met India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav at the BCCI Naman Awards in New Delhi.
A hospital in Thane, India, has been found operating an unauthorised IVF centre, leading to its closure and a city-wide inspection of all IVF and sonography facilities.
A teacher convicted of murdering Dr. Vandana Das in a Kerala hospital has been sentenced to life imprisonment, prompting the prosecution to seek the death penalty.
Clashes between TMC and BJP supporters erupted in Kolkata just before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally, resulting in injuries and heightened political tensions ahead of Assembly elections.
A man died and another was seriously injured after being assaulted in Delhi's Wazirpur area following an argument. Police have arrested four people in connection with the incident.
The opposition is likely to submit a notice in both Houses of Parliament to remove Gyanesh Kumar as the chief election commissioner, marking a historic first. This article details the legal procedure for removing a CEC, including the roles of Parliament, the Supreme Court, and the investigation process.
Jharkhand police arrested five members of the banned Maoist outfit Tritiya Sammelan Prastuti Committee (TSPC) in Chatra district and a PLFI area commander surrendered in Khunti.
Police in Bidar, Karnataka, have arrested four individuals and seized 105 LPG cylinders in connection with the alleged black marketing of cooking gas.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a statement assuring the public of HDFC Bank's stability and sound financial position following the resignation of its chairman, Atanu Chakraborty, citing ethical concerns.
The Odisha Assembly was temporarily adjourned due to a heated exchange between the opposition BJD and the ruling BJP regarding the state's law and order situation, sparked by allegations of rising crime and attacks on public officials.
Over 130 Lok Sabha and 63 Rajya Sabha MPs have signed notices seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging partisan conduct and obstruction of electoral fraud investigations.
Atanu Chakraborty has resigned as chairman of HDFC Bank, citing ethical concerns, marking an unusual departure and prompting the appointment of an interim chairman.
Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran predicts the LDF will not secure a third term in Kerala, citing political failures within the Left party's leadership. He also highlights the Congress and UDF's potential for victory.
A 25-year-old MBA student died after falling from her apartment in Greater Noida. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
Assam Police have arrested two individuals from the Barpeta district for their alleged connections to fundamentalist groups, following an operation by the Special Task Force (STF).
Six masked men looted Rs 13 lakh from a nationalised bank branch in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district, also snatching gold chains, mobile phones, and wallets of the staffers.
Delhi Police have rescued an eight-month-old boy and arrested a couple in connection with his kidnapping from Khajuri Khas in northeast Delhi. The infant was safely recovered and reunited with his mother.
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