Kerala's 2026 assembly election will see a three-cornered contest where religion and communalism have emerged as central themes for the first time, challenging the state's long-celebrated secular fabric.
Former South African captain Graeme Smith discusses the Indian Premier League's impact on global cricket, highlighting its role in discovering young talents like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and shaping T20 leagues worldwide.
An excise department team seized a container in northwest Delhi's Samaypur Badli area that was being used as a godown of illicit liquor, recovering 187 cartons worth over Rs 5 lakh.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has accused the TMC government in West Bengal of diverting central funds for party activities and destroying the state's education system. He also criticised the teacher recruitment process and expressed confidence in the BJP's victory in the upcoming assembly polls.
Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma has resigned, effectively halting impeachment proceedings initiated against him by the Lok Sabha following corruption allegations.
A poor monsoon could drag overall economic growth and compound the impact of the West Asia conflict on the Indian economy.
Police in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, have dismantled a sex determination racket operating from a hut in Hadvasi village. One man has been arrested, and two others are being investigated after a local resident reported suspicious activity.
Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana yet to take SLC-mandated fitness tests
A teacher's bike was stolen from outside a private school in Gurugram, with the incident captured on CCTV.
Delhi Police have arrested a 34-year-old man, allegedly a member of the Chenu gang, and recovered a country-made pistol and cartridges from him.
Puducherry witnessed a historic voter turnout of 89.87% in the recent Assembly elections, the highest since 1964. The election saw a contest between the NDA and Congress-led bloc, with other parties also vying for influence. Polling was largely peaceful, with a minor clash reported.
Two passengers were arrested at Ahmedabad airport for allegedly possessing hydroponic weed worth Rs 2 crore, after arriving from Bangkok. The drugs were discovered following a tip-off.
An FIR has been lodged against Trinamool Congress candidate Ratna Chattopadhyay for alleged vandalism in the Parnasree area of Kolkata during election campaigning.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal, promising development, accountability, and an end to corruption if the BJP wins the upcoming assembly elections.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her of playing the 'victim card' and pushing the state towards destruction. He promised to end the TMC's 'syndicate raj' and ensure justice for women if the BJP is voted to power.
A social media post by Shehbaz Sharif has triggered widespread debate after an apparent 'draft' message was mistakenly published on X and later edited.
Two individuals have been arrested in Gujarat for possessing 5 kg of methamphetamine, valued at Rs 25 crore, suspected to have been smuggled from Pakistan. The arrests were made by a joint operation of the Gujarat and Rajasthan Anti-Terrorist Squads (ATS).
A female sub-inspector with the Delhi Police has been booked after allegedly slapping a 78-year-old shopkeeper for objecting to her parking in front of his shop in Rohini Sector 7. The incident escalated after an argument over parking space, leading to police intervention and an ongoing investigation.
The Manipur government has suspended internet services in five valley districts following a bomb attack that killed two children and injured their mother in Bishnupur district. The incident triggered protests, leading to the suspension of internet services to prevent the spread of misinformation.
Punjab Police have dismantled an illegal arms smuggling network with the arrest of one individual in Jalandhar. The accused was found in possession of several illegal firearms, and further investigation is underway to apprehend other members of the network.
India's 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam in Chennai has achieved first criticality, marking a significant advancement in the country's nuclear energy capabilities and long-term energy security.
Former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has accused the state government of imposing arbitrary conditions on crop purchases, alleging anti-farmer policies and demanding compensation for weather-related crop damage.
The Enforcement Directorate has attached assets worth Rs 17.45 crore as part of its money laundering investigation against the promoters of a Goa-based nightclub where 25 people were killed in a fire in December 2025.
A 30-year-old man in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested after confessing to killing his wife with an iron rod and dumping her body in a forest.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has launched an investigation into the smuggling of arms and ammunition via drones across the India-Pakistan border, suspecting a larger conspiracy to carry out terror attacks in India.
A Delhi court has denied bail to an 18-year-old NEET aspirant accused of involvement in large-scale organised cyber fraud, citing substantial evidence against him and the seriousness of economic offences.
Veteran industrialist Venu Srinivasan has resigned from the Bai Hirabai Jamsetji Tata Navsari Charitable Institution, following a challenge to his appointment by a former trustee.
As the negotiations continued, the Iranian government said on social media that "talks between Iran and the US in Islamabad entered the expert-level stage as economic, military, legal, and nuclear committees joined in".
The Supreme Court is hearing petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places, including the Sabarimala temple. A nine-judge bench is examining the scope of religious freedom and the exclusion of women based on age and menstrual status.
Delhi Police have arrested a man allegedly associated with the Surender Fauji gang and recovered a pistol along with ammunition from his possession. The accused, Rakesh Banjara, has a history of criminal activity.
A court in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, conducted cross-examination of the investigating officer in a case involving AAP MP Sanjay Singh related to an alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct during the 2021 panchayat elections. The next hearing is scheduled for April 20.
Delhi Police have dismantled a fraudulent call centre operating a roadside assistance policy scam, arresting 12 individuals involved in deceiving customers.
A 14-year-old boy who went missing in Nagpur was found murdered, leading to public outrage and accusations of police inaction.
Air India group announces fuel surcharges on domestic and international flights due to rising Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices, following the government's decision to cap domestic ATF price hikes.
The Jammu and Kashmir government has terminated the services of two employees for their alleged links with terror outfits, including Lashkar-e-Taiba and Hizbul Mujahideen.
Former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has criticised the state government's crop procurement policies, alleging that new conditions are being imposed on farmers instead of procuring crops at MSP. Hooda plans to tour mandis to assess the problems faced by farmers.
Former India captain Anil Kumble criticises Mumbai Indians' lack of intent in their defeat to Rajasthan Royals.
A 14-year-old boy was seriously injured in a blade attack in Delhi's Sultanpuri area following a quarrel. Police have registered an FIR and detained one juvenile suspect.
The Indian government has doubled the daily quota of market-priced 5-kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers to ensure stable fuel supplies amidst global disruptions. This move prioritises household cooking gas and addresses the needs of migrant workers who often lack regular connections.
Aam Aadmi Party MLA Gopal Italia has accused the police of intimidating his family in Surat, while police officials state they were serving a court warrant related to a case in Mehsana.
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