A CRPF jawan was injured in an IED blast during an anti-Maoist operation in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district. The IED was planted by CPI (Maoists) in the Saranda forest.
Two individuals have been arrested in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly carrying out unlawful religious conversions, sparking an investigation and legal proceedings.
A court in Thane, Maharashtra, acquitted eight men charged with the attempted murder of a police constable due to the victim's inability to identify his attackers and key witnesses turning hostile.
Uttar Pradesh's electorate has increased by over 84 lakh following the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), according to the final voter list. The revision exercise, conducted across all 75 districts, aimed to update and refine the electoral roll, resulting in a significant rise in both male and female voters, as well as an improved gender ratio.
Delhi Police have busted an examination cheating racket involving remote access to computer systems and outsourcing answers to college students, leading to arrests and detentions.
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad took responsibility for his team's loss to Royal Challengers Bangalore, while RCB's Tim David credited Dinesh Karthik for his match-winning performance.
Police in Assam have detained seven people in connection with election-related violence in Tamulpur and Sivasagar. Minor clashes also erupted at several polling booths, resulting in minor injuries. Authorities are investigating the incidents and monitoring the situation to ensure uninterrupted polling.
Delhi Police have arrested a 28-year-old man wanted in connection with multiple murder and attempted murder cases following an interstate operation in Dehradun.
Iran has reiterated that key preconditions must be met before negotiations with the United States can begin to resolve the conflict in West Asia, including a ceasefire in Lebanon and the release of blocked Iranian assets.
Heinrich Klaasen plays down his poor record against Chennai Super Kings ahead of SRH's Rivalry Week clash, backing his form and approach in spin-friendly conditions.
Faridabad police have busted a fake call centre operating from Delhi and arrested six individuals involved in defrauding people by offering bogus bonuses on insurance policies.
A court in Madurai on Monday sentenced nine police personnel to death for the brutal custodial torture and murder of a father-son duo in Sathankulam, Tuticorin.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge made a controversial statement during an assembly poll campaign speech in Kerala, referring to the people of Gujarat as 'illiterate' and claiming they are being 'fooled' by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Suspected Kuki militants launched a bomb attack in Manipur's Bishnupur district, killing two toddlers and injuring their mother. The incident occurred in Moirang Tronglaobi, an area close to Churachandpur, which has experienced ongoing ethnic conflict.
A notorious criminal, Mohammad Salim alias 'Ganja', with numerous murder and burglary cases against him, was arrested in Delhi after a brief shootout with the Special Task Force (STF).
IMAGES from the IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday
Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo announced that the Census 2027 will be a fully digital and paperless exercise, utilising mobile technology, AI, and cloud computing for accuracy and efficiency, marking a shift towards data-driven governance.
Sha'Carri Richardson wins the Stawell Gift from scratch, storming from the back to claim victory in Australia's iconic 120m handicap sprint.
Virat Kohli's heartwarming gesture after Sarfaraz Khan's dismissal during an IPL match has gone viral, winning fans' hearts and showcasing true sportsmanship.
The Allahabad High Court has overturned the death sentence of an accused in the 2016 murder of an NIA officer and his wife, citing doubts in the prosecution's case and questionable conduct of witnesses.
Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court has resigned amid impeachment proceedings sparked by the discovery of burnt currency at his residence, raising questions about judicial conduct and accountability.
Chandy Oommen, son of the late Oommen Chandy, protested against the LDF government while casting his vote in the Puthuppally Assembly election, citing harassment of his father and inadequate constituency funding.
Punjab Police have dismantled a Pakistan-backed narcotics smuggling module, arresting four individuals and seizing 16.8 kg of heroin in Kapurthala's Phagwara. Investigations reveal the drug trafficking was orchestrated by handlers in Pakistan and Dubai, with the consignment originating from the Amritsar border area and destined for Chandigarh.
In its list of 26 candidates for Thursday's assembly elections, 13 are from the Bengali-speaking Muslim community -- a demographic that was at the centre of the original Assam agitation.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has formally requested the Bhubaneswar police to hand over the investigation into a January explosion that resulted in two fatalities, citing concerns about a potential terror link.
The owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, have been granted bail in a forgery case related to the nightclub's operation. This follows their earlier bail in connection with the deadly fire at the club last December.
The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad and Delhi Police's Special Cell have jointly arrested two individuals allegedly linked to a terror group involved in online radicalisation.
Senior TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee criticises Union Home Minister Amit Shah over infiltration, terror attacks, and unfulfilled job promises, questioning the BJP's governance record.
The Telangana High Court has granted transit anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case filed against him by Assam police over allegations against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife.
Delhi Police have dismantled a fraudulent call centre in Pitampura, arresting 19 individuals for allegedly defrauding people nationwide by posing as representatives of a finance company offering fake loans and insurance schemes.
Police in Manipur, India, have arrested four militants from various groups near the Myanmar border in the Tengnoupal district, as part of ongoing efforts to combat extortion and criminal activities.
Delhi Police have filed a chargesheet in the Janakpuri pit death case, naming three accused and detailing alleged lapses in the execution of a construction project that led to the death of a man who fell into an uncovered pit.
The RSS has filed police complaints against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for allegedly comparing the organisation and the BJP to a 'poisonous snake' during an election rally in Assam.
Two cyber fraudsters have been arrested for allegedly defrauding a resident of East Delhi of over 20,000 by posing as electricity officials.
Five police personnel in Punjab's Tarn Taran have been booked for allegedly facilitating the release of the impounded passport of an international drug lord wanted by the US' Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Filming has commenced on 'Dada', the biographical movie about Indian cricket legend Sourav Ganguly, with Rajkummar Rao in the lead role and Vikramaditya Motwane directing.
Very often in cricket, a single run has revealed its importance, especially for a batter who has failed to get off the mark continuously for many matches.
BJP National President Nitin Nabin has criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly prioritising political games over sports and cultural activities, leading to the state's decline in these areas. He also accused the TMC government of using sports clubs for political purposes.
Cash payments will be discontinued at toll plazas on national highways from April 10, with FASTag as the primary mode of payment and UPI as a fallback option at a higher charge.
A forest guard in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, was killed after being run over by a tractor-trolley allegedly involved in illegal sand mining. The incident has sparked outrage and condemnation from political leaders, highlighting concerns about law and order and the power of illegal mining operations in the region.
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