Nushrratt Bharuccha, currently recuperating from a serious spinal injury, found a moment of joy and inspiration watching Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol's song Gerua from her hospital bed, sharing her journey of slow but steady healing with fans.
Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) officers seized over 9 kg of methamphetamine in Bhopal and arrested one person. The seizure occurred after intercepting a bus passenger travelling from Delhi to Bengaluru.
Union Minister Suresh Gopi announced that the Centre and Union Sports Ministry are fully supporting Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar's urgent surgery in London. Sreeshankar, who won a silver at the Asian Games but sustained an injury, will undergo ligament reconstruction on October 13, with the Centre covering all costs to ensure his return to competition and preparation for the Olympics. The athlete had previously expressed disappointment over the lack of support from the Kerala state government.
Sanju Samson has expressed hope that left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh will recover from a bouncer injury in time for India's crucial T20I series decider against the West Indies in Bengaluru.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher for the second consecutive day, primarily driven by robust buying in IT stocks following strong quarterly results and positive global trends. Tech Mahindra notably surged over 8% after reporting a significant jump in net profit.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca confirmed that forward Antoine Semenyo will be sidelined for up to eight weeks due to a knee injury, while star striker Erling Haaland remains a doubt for Tuesday's Champions League fixture against AEK Athens.
India's Shubhankar Sharma carded a four-under 67 in the third round of the Genesis Championship, moving to tied 15th overall. Japan's Yuto Katsuragawa leads the tournament after a course-record-equalling 63, holding a two-shot advantage heading into the final day.
Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra, recovering from an ankle injury sustained in August, expressed optimism about a strong comeback next year. He missed the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games and Diamond League final due to the injury but is now feeling much better. Chopra also lauded the performance of young Indian javelin throwers at the Asian Games.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, recovered early losses on Wednesday, driven by strong buying in IT stocks and HDFC Bank, sustaining the previous session's recovery despite FII outflows. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 14.
A 39-year-old man, Preethish P Prakash, was arrested in Kochi with 32 grams of MDMA after he allegedly rammed his car into two police personnel and attempted to flee during an anti-narcotics operation called Operation Toofan. He faces charges for attempting to kill police personnel and under the NDPS Act.
'A favourable base, last year's policy measures, the carryover impact of a good monsoon and improving earnings should all help.'
Seven people have been killed, while 34 were left injured in an attack in Jordan's Karak, where gunmen opened fire during a funeral at a church. The assault happened on a Greek Orthodox Church in the village of Hamoud.
Delhi Police have seized over 707 kg of illegal firecrackers in Trilokpuri, east Delhi, leading to the arrest of Vikas Jain. The consignment is suspected to have been procured from a supplier in Pataudi, Haryana, and further investigations are underway to trace the source and other individuals involved in the illegal supply network.
Devdutt Padikkal made a strong case for the No. 3 spot in India's Test team with a superb 199 as India A fought back from a disastrous start to post 488 for 8 in their second innings against New Zealand A in the first unofficial Test on Monday.
Pandurang Kumbhar, 41, from Pune, changed his eating habits, made walking and running part of his routine, and used a smart watch and AI to track his progress. Here, he shares how his weight dropped by 16.45 kg and several of his health and fitness markers improved.
Delhi Police apprehended Ajay Jarwal Torela, a convicted drug offender, who had been absconding since failing to surrender after his COVID-19 parole expired in 2021. Torela, convicted in a 2011 cannabis recovery case, was tracked and arrested in Chander Vihar, Delhi, where he was working as an auto-rickshaw driver to evade arrest.
A Delhi court has acquitted two men, Deepak alias Golu and Shanu alias Furkan, who were accused of robbing and shooting a man at a metro station in 2018. The court cited the prosecution's failure to establish their identity as assailants and inability to scientifically link the recovered pistol to the firing, highlighting a lack of evidence beyond reasonable doubt.
Three alleged members of an interstate gang were arrested in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh, leading to the recovery of 400 stolen mobile phones valued at Rs 1.5 crore and Rs 6 lakh in cash. The gang operated across multiple states and union territories, stealing phones from public places and facilitating their sale.
Maharashtra is grappling with an escalating drought crisis, with 305 talukas now declared drought-hit, prompting the state government to announce Rs 5,000 in financial aid for farmers before Diwali and extend comprehensive relief measures.
Nepal has condemned a drone attack on Saudi Arabia's Shaybah oilfield that resulted in the death of a Nepali migrant worker and injuries to others. The incident, which also killed a Filipino national and injured Indian and Pakistani nationals, occurred amid escalating tensions between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi rebels. Another attack on King Fahd International Airport also claimed an Indian life.
Indian equity benchmarks, the Sensex and Nifty, opened higher on Friday, driven by a strong rally in IT stocks, despite a significant overnight decline in US technology shares and broader Asian markets. Experts anticipate further market support from falling US bond yields, a strengthening rupee, and a substantial liquidity inflow following the Jio Platforms IPO allotment. Track
Indian stock markets are set to be influenced this week by a confluence of factors including quarterly corporate earnings, the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, fluctuations in crude oil prices, and ongoing geopolitical developments in West Asia.
Eighty-four Border Security Force (BSF) personnel in Manipur were hospitalised on Thursday due to suspected food poisoning after consuming breakfast. They had arrived in the state on Wednesday and were staying at a construction site. Their condition is stable, and tests are underway to determine the cause. Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh expressed concern and wished them a speedy recovery, highlighting the BSF's role in maintaining law and order amidst ongoing ethnic violence in the state.
A stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata on Saturday evening resulted in 19 deaths and 25 injuries. The Chief Minister announced compensation and a SIT probe, while officials have been detained and crowd-pulling pujas advised to close.
Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport seized 3.2 kg of gold rods, valued at approximately Rs 4.03 crore, from an Indian passenger arriving from Dubai. The gold was found concealed inside a floor spring in the passenger's baggage.
Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, convicted in the sensational blue drum murder case, have appealed their death sentence in the Allahabad High Court. They argue the trial court's verdict, based on circumstantial evidence, was illegal and arbitrary, citing lack of concrete proof and procedural lapses. The High Court is expected to hear the matter next week.
Mumbai Police revealed actor Tiger Shroff was allegedly fired upon at the behest of Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Anil Pandit. The probe has expanded, leading to the arrest of five more individuals, including two women who allegedly smuggled weapons. Three key accused were brought to Mumbai and remanded to police custody as investigators seek to uncover the full conspiracy and recover weapons.
A 45-year-old man, Pradeep Kumar Gangwar, has been arrested in Bareilly for allegedly creating and distributing fake marksheets and certificates. Police recovered 27 fake documents, 11 stamps, cash, and mobile phones from him. The case emerged after a complaint from a Punjab resident who was defrauded of Rs 50,000 for fake BA marksheets. Investigations are ongoing into the authenticity of the documents and potential accomplices.
An Indian national was killed and two others were injured in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. This incident follows another attack on the Shaybah oilfield where an Indian was also injured, amidst escalating strikes by Yemen's Houthi rebels on Saudi infrastructure.
Delhi Police seized approximately 570 kg of illegal firecrackers from a residential premises in Dwarka, southwest Delhi, ahead of Diwali. A 79-year-old man was booked for storing the firecrackers for clandestine sale without a valid licence.
The Indian government has approved the sale of a 60.72 per cent stake in IDBI Bank Ltd to Canadian billionaire Prem Watsa's Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd for approximately 52,878 crore, a move that reflects improving India-Canada ties and marks a significant turning point for the bank.
A 27-year-old man with severe brain injuries from a road accident underwent emergency surgery at Manipal Hospital, Dwarka. Doctors removed blood clots, relieved brain pressure, and later reconstructed his skull using a removed bone portion. The patient recovered and was discharged, highlighting the importance of timely medical intervention for accident victims.
Amritsar police have successfully dismantled a cross-border arms and explosives smuggling module, arresting five individuals, including a father and son. Authorities recovered a .30 bore assault rifle, two hand grenades, and 13 foreign-made sophisticated pistols, along with 25 live cartridges. The module was reportedly in contact with a foreign-based smuggler, using drones for consignments.
A special PMLA court in Mumbai has allowed the monetisation of attached assets worth over Rs 3,400 crore in the National Spot Exchange Limited (NSEL)-linked payment default case. This decision paves the way for the restitution of funds to thousands of investors who have been awaiting recovery for 13 years since the 2013 payment default.
A special PMLA court in Mumbai has allowed the monetisation of attached assets worth over Rs 3,400 crore in the National Spot Exchange Limited (NSEL)-linked money laundering case. This decision paves the way for the restitution of funds to thousands of investors who have been awaiting recovery for 13 years since the 2013 payment default. Up to Rs 1,950 crore from the monetisation will be paid to 63 Moons Technologies Ltd for specified creditors.
Arya Singh of Dark Don Racing won the LGB Formula 4 race at the opening of the 2026 CTR-JK Tyre FMSCI Indian National Car Racing Championship in Coimbatore. The event saw multiple close finishes and red-flag interruptions, with other categories like Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup, Levitas Cup, Super Saloon, and F1300 Novice Cup also crowning winners.
Union Minister Suresh Gopi announced that the Centre and the Sports Ministry are fully supporting Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar's urgent surgery in London. Sreeshankar, who won a silver at the Asian Games, sustained an injury and will undergo ligament reconstruction on October 13, with the Centre covering all costs for his treatment and rehabilitation.
The Mumbai crime branch has dismantled an interstate drug syndicate, seizing over two kilograms of high-grade heroin worth Rs 10.16 crore and arresting three individuals. The operation is part of a larger drive against narcotics networks in the city, with further investigations underway to trace the supply chain and apprehend more involved parties.
Jammu Police arrested three individuals, including a police follower, in two separate operations, recovering heroin and country-made pistols. The arrests highlight the ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and illegal arms in the region.
The Uttarakhand High Court has set aside a death sentence for a man convicted of triple murder, citing his mental illness. The court directed the state government to provide treatment and release him upon recovery, noting that the trial court had overlooked his mental condition.
