This incident follows a recent arrest of a couple in Malviya Nagar for racial slurs against women from Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting concerns about discrimination.
New Zealand's cricket team incorporates a unique training drill called 'Donny Ball,' combining elements of rugby and football, to enhance concentration and reflexes ahead of their T20 World Cup final against India.
Batting great Virat Kohli hailed the Indian team after they thumped New Zealand by 96 runs to become the first team to successfully defend the T20 World Cup title.
Arshdeep Singh fielded the ball on his follow-through and threw it aggressively and inappropriately, hitting batter Daryl Mitchell's on the pads as he tried to take evasive action.
The ICC said the South African contingent had begun departing for home on Wednesday with "four players and five family members having boarded the flight".
Smriti Mandhana retains her top position in the latest women's ODI batting rankings, while New Zealand players make significant gains after strong performances against Zimbabwe.
Veteran Odisha journalist Ashutosh Mishra has died at the age of 68. His death has been met with grief from political leaders and the journalism community.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday said that the United States has not ruled out the option of sending troops on the ground in Iran and that military operations in the Persian Gulf nation would end once the objectives of Operation Epic Fury are achieved.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee challenges Amit Shah to a debate on governance, accusing the BJP of political manipulation and misrepresenting West Bengal's financial situation. He also criticised the BJP's record on women's safety and alleged the Centre was withholding funds from West Bengal.
Games open in Verona with calls for unity amid wars and athlete absences
Sachin Tendulkar's son Arjun Tendulkar married longtime girlfriend and businesswoman Saaniya Chandhok in Mumbai on March 5, and invited prominent personalities from the worlds of cricket, business, politics and Bollywood.
The electrifying Dhurandhar 2 trailer promises a high-octane thriller set in Pakistan, blending intense action with a compelling spy narrative and hinting at major box office potential.
Gary Kirsten, the former India World Cup-winning coach, has been appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka cricket team on a two-year contract, aiming to strengthen the national side for major global events, including the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Netanyahu asserts that Israel can play a role in helping Iranians achieve political change and cast off tyranny, while acknowledging that the ultimate decision lies with the Iranian people.
Lamine Yamal's second-half goal secured a 1-0 victory for Barcelona against Athletic Bilbao, extending their lead in La Liga.
Punjab FC and NorthEast United FC played to a 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League match, with second-half goals from both sides.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi demonstrates his commitment to rural communities by attending the wedding of a farmer's daughter in Haryana, fulfilling a promise made during a visit to understand the challenges faced by farming families.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka debuted her engagement ring after defeating Himeno Sakatsume in straight sets at Indian Wells, revealing the surprise proposal from fianc Georgios Frangulis.
The Allahabad High Court has requested records from the central government regarding a complaint alleging dual citizenship against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. The order follows a petition challenging the rejection of an FIR request against Gandhi.
The Supreme Court has granted anticipatory bail to folk singer Neha Singh Rathore in connection with a case filed against her over a social media post related to the Pahalgam terror attack. The court's decision comes after Rathore appeared before authorities and cooperated with the investigation.
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Manchester was forced to return to its origin due to last-minute airspace restrictions related to the ongoing situation in West Asia. The flight was using a leased Boeing 787 aircraft.
Assam Police in Cachar district seized heroin worth 3.25 crore and arrested five individuals involved in drug trafficking, reaffirming the state's commitment to combating drug abuse.
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has confirmed that an Indian national was injured but no fatalities occurred in a projectile incident in Saudi Arabia. The injured individual is receiving treatment at a government hospital.
The 2026 Hero Indian Open in Gurugram will feature PGA Tour star Akshay Bhatia and a record prize purse of USD 2.55 million.
Meghalaya's Leader of the Opposition, Mukul Sangma, has filed a First Information Report (FIR) against former legislator Estamur Momin over an allegedly provocative speech concerning the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) elections.
India face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad as Suryakumar Yadav's side aim to become the first team to successfully defend the title.
Sachin Tendulkar praised the Indian cricket team's performance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand, highlighting key contributions from Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Sanju Samson.
In a significant victory for the government's anti-Naxal efforts, 108 Maoists, including 44 women, surrendered in Chhattisgarh's Bastar district, citing disillusionment and the appeal of rehabilitation programs. The surrender also led to the recovery of a large cache of weapons and valuables.
'The past week has felt a little different for many of us because of conflicts happening in the world. There is a sense of disturbance everywhere. 'But even during such times, I feel hopeful that everything will become better soon. 'One of the main reasons I feel this hope is my mother.'
Bihar police arrested three individuals in Patna and seized a significant quantity of 'dry drugs', including narcotic tablets and injectable substances, during an anti-drug operation.
A couple in Mandya, Karnataka, allegedly died by suicide after hanging themselves in their home following a family dispute. Their two-year-old daughter survived an apparent attempt on her life.
Responding to concerns raised by Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri said it is the foremost priority of the government that the kitchens of over 33 crore families, especially the poor and the underprivileged, do not face any shortage of gas.
The Delhi Police organised various awareness drives, self-defence training sessions, and community outreach programmes to commemorate International Women's Day, focusing on women's safety, legal literacy, and community involvement.
The FBI has significantly increased the reward to USD 1 million for information leading to the arrest of Bhadreshkumar Chetanbhai Patel, an Indian national wanted for allegedly murdering his wife in Maryland in 2015.
More than 500 filled LPG cylinders were allegedly stolen from a truck in Jhansi during the Holi festival, according to police reports.
Punjab Police have arrested 167 people in an anti-gangster campaign and 75 drug smugglers, seizing weapons and drugs as part of ongoing efforts to combat crime.
A woman in Goa has been booked for allegedly concealing her Portuguese nationality and fraudulently enrolling in the voter list.
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized over 500 kg of ganja worth 2.6 crore and arrested two peddlers in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The drugs were being transported from Manipur to West Bengal.
Abhishek Sharma played a memorable innings in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final, smashing a half-century in just 18 balls, providing India with early momentum.
'Without ground troops the US will not be able to oust the Iranian Islamic regime. Political change does not happen just by using bombs or planes.'
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