Delhi Police have dismantled an illegal LPG cylinder hoarding and black marketing operation in Bawana, arresting one individual and seizing 75 cylinders.
Formula One has cancelled the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix scheduled for April due to escalating Middle East tensions, reducing the 2026 F1 calendar from 24 to 22 races.
A three-year-old girl has died in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly after being beaten by her stepmother. Police have arrested the stepmother and are investigating the incident.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reviewed key cases with the Home department and directed the police to ensure thorough investigation and strong prosecution.
Facing escalating threats from the US, Iran is mobilizing its citizens to form 'human chains' around power plants as a defensive measure against potential airstrikes, raising concerns about international law and civilian safety.
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.
A new study by Toxics Link reveals widespread lead contamination in soil near battery recycling units across Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, posing significant public health and environmental risks.
One Indian oil tanker successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, while others turned back after Iran signalled the waterway's closure, amidst rising tensions and disruptions to global energy flows.
In a post on X, the embassy said such groups 'may intend to conduct attacks in central Baghdad in the next 24-48 hours', raising concerns over the safety of US citizens and installations in Iraq.
The wife of a man killed in a hit-and-run accident in Ghatkopar, Mumbai, is challenging the Juvenile Justice Board's decision to grant bail to the 17-year-old accused, citing concerns about justice and evidence tampering.
A young hotel employee tragically died in Goa after a high-speed collision involving a Mini Cooper allegedly driven by a businessman's son, prompting a police investigation and raising concerns about road safety.
A father and son died in Kanpur after inhaling toxic gases while cleaning a septic tank. A third man survived after raising the alarm.
Mumbai police are investigating three separate incidents of fatal assaults that occurred within 48 hours, resulting in the deaths of three individuals in Dadar, Matunga, and Kherwadi.
A 25-year-old vegetable vendor has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly molesting an 11-year-old girl. Police used CCTV footage to identify and apprehend the suspect.
A Shiv Sena worker was murdered in Nanded, marking the fifth such incident in the city in three days, raising concerns about escalating violence.
The Indian government has stated that it does not maintain centralised data on incidents of hate speech, racial slurs, harassment, and discrimination against people from the Northeast, emphasising that policing and public order are the responsibility of state governments.
An altercation involving the father of child spiritual content creator Abhinav Arora in Delhi's Tilak Nagar resulted in the arrest of three people under preventive provisions.
He added that opposition parties were assured that their concerns regarding the impact of the West Asia situation on India and the safety of Indian citizens were addressed in detail.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of the alleged suicide of a minor girl in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, following allegations of sexual harassment and intimidation by her teacher, prompting a police investigation and calls for increased safety measures in schools.
Two men were killed in Jalna, Maharashtra, when the truck they were travelling in crashed into a tree. The truck, carrying cattle fodder, was reportedly speeding and entered the city instead of taking the bypass.
CCTV footage of an alleged molestation incident in Jaipur has surfaced, sparking public outrage and political criticism of the BJP government. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred on March 25, based on the available footage.
Iran has denied sending a delegation to Islamabad for peace talks with the United States, contradicting Pakistan's claims of mediating the negotiations. The denial highlights a lack of confidence in Pakistan's ability to ensure security for high-level participants and underscores the fragile nature of diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's gunman and driver were allegedly attacked by a group in Kerala. Police have registered a case and taken one person into custody.
A policeman was injured in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, after a colleague's gun accidentally discharged at the district police office.
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee is urging voters in Murshidabad to support the TMC to thwart the BJP's influence in West Bengal. He criticised the Congress and other parties, accusing them of indirectly supporting the BJP, and highlighted the TMC's commitment to protecting minority voters and preventing the implementation of NRC in Bengal.
A polio vaccination team in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province came under attack, resulting in injuries to a constable. In a separate incident, polio workers were abducted, highlighting the ongoing challenges in the country's efforts to eradicate polio.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will honour the memory of fans who tragically lost their lives during celebrations outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium last year. In their IPL 2026 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday, the players will wear black armbands as a mark of respect.
The proposed solution is a one-hour delay for digital transactions exceeding Rs 10,000, particularly when the transfer is made to a new or unverified beneficiary. The idea is simple -- give users a window to reconsider, detect fraud or alert their bank before the funds are irretrievably transferred.
Four individuals have been arrested in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, following allegations of serving biryani made with beef at a local restaurant. The arrests were made after a complaint was filed, and the meat has been sent for testing.
A five-year-old boy was found dead with his throat slit at a school hostel in Bihar's Jehanabad district. Police are investigating the incident, while a political party has demanded a judicial probe.
A state-run bus accident in Odisha's Koraput district resulted in one fatality and injuries to 20 passengers after the bus plunged into a gorge. The accident occurred in the Sunki ghat section of Pottangi block, with investigations underway to determine the cause.
India's aviation sector is facing fresh turbulence, with rising fuel costs, the Ministry of Civil Aviation's free-seat directive, and geopolitical disruptions in West Asia clouding near-term earnings visibility.
A Delhi and District Cricket Association director has alleged that valid ticket-holders are being denied access to IPL matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium due to fraudulent duplicate tickets, a claim disputed by the DDCA's leadership.
An Army brigadier and his son were allegedly assaulted in Delhi after the officer objected to public drinking. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the incident.
Four people died and eight were injured in a collision between a multi-utility vehicle and a straw-laden truck on the Indore-Nemawar Road in Madhya Pradesh. The victims were returning from a wedding in Dewas district.
A year after the Pahalgam terror attack, the family of Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, the Indian Navy officer who was among those killed, continues to grieve and remember the young officer.
Akshay Kumar sustained an injury while performing a stunt on the set of Bhooth Bangla, raising concerns about on-set safety and the actor's commitment to real action over VFX.
With the Iran war escalating sharply and crisis deepening in the global energy market, India on Monday unveiled a coordinated plan to support exporters and shippers caught in the fallout.
Delhi Police are investigating an attempted arson incident in Adarsh Nagar, northwest Delhi, after CCTV footage revealed two individuals deliberately trying to set a residential property on fire.
Dozens of girls from a hostel in Ahmedabad were hospitalised due to suspected food poisoning. An investigation is underway to determine the cause.
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