Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have filed a case against three individuals, including a safety manager, for causing death by negligence after a 22-year-old worker died in a wall collapse during construction in December 2024.
A 27-year-old man was arrested for allegedly stabbing his co-worker to death with scissors during a drunken altercation inside a garment factory in east Delhi's Gandhi Nagar. The victim initially left the hospital but later succumbed to his injuries, leading to a police investigation and the accused's arrest.
An inquiry has been initiated into the death of an anganwadi worker in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, following allegations that work pressure related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) contributed to her death. The investigation was ordered after a video surfaced on social media showing the deceased woman's daughter alleging harassment and undue pressure from officials.
A man has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly stabbing his co-worker to death following an argument at their workplace.
A 44-year-old worker died of suffocation while cleaning a drain in Thane, Maharashtra. Police have registered a case against a contractor and civic officials for alleged negligence.
Data reveals a disturbing trend of Indian worker deaths abroad, particularly in Gulf nations, alongside numerous complaints of exploitation and labour rights violations.
Three individuals have been arrested in Ranchi, Jharkhand, following the death of a 16-year-old girl who worked as a domestic helper. The arrests were made after the girl's body was found with multiple injuries, suggesting she was beaten to death.
Republican Party of India activists protested in Thane, Maharashtra, demanding the arrest of those involved in the attack on a party worker who died from his injuries.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has requested a detailed report from Odisha officials regarding the deaths of six people in a septic tank, raising concerns about human rights violations.
Palamu Deputy Commissioner Dilip Pratap Singh Shekhawat has directed an investigation into the deaths of a woman and her newborn child at Medinirai Medical College and Hospital (MMCH) in Jharkhand.
A BJP and a Trinamool Congress worker were killed in separate incidents of post-poll violence in West Bengal on Tuesday, police said.
A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi has begun a second autopsy of former model and actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following a Madhya Pradesh High Court order. The family alleges dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, while the in-laws claim drug addiction. The family has raised concerns about the initial post-mortem and seeks a thorough investigation.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has ordered strict action against those forcing people into manual scavenging after three sanitation workers died cleaning a septic tank at a hospital in Raipur. The CM has directed officials to ensure assistance to the victims' families and take legal action against those responsible.
A 19-year-old worker died after a steel frame fell on him during the construction of the Sewri-Worli Connector in Mumbai. This is the fourth fatality involving infrastructure projects in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region in recent days, raising concerns about construction safety.
A 40-year-old domestic help was found murdered in a flat in Thane district, Maharashtra, with police investigating the case as a possible homicide.
Tensions are escalating in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) following violent clashes between Pakistani security forces and protestors, resulting in civilian deaths and a communications blackout. The situation has drawn international condemnation, with over 50 British Parliament members expressing concern and a former Indian police chief criticising Pakistan's actions.
The death toll in the Vedanta power plant blast in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district has risen to 24, with one more worker succumbing to injuries. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the explosion, which occurred in a steel tube carrying high-pressure steam.
A protest march by KSU activists in Malappuram, Kerala, demanding justice for a BDS student's death in Kannur, turned tense as activists clashed with police and briefly blocked a national highway.
At least 18 people were charred to death, and six others sustained grievous injuries following a massive explosion at a private firecracker manufacturing unit near Virudhunagar, the police said on Sunday.
The death toll from the April 14 blast at Vedanta's power plant in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district has risen to 21, with several others hospitalised. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the explosion, with preliminary findings pointing to excessive fuel accumulation in the boiler furnace.
Two road construction workers died and two others were injured when their pickup van overturned in the Kendrapara district of Odisha. The accident occurred near Mugakani village, with preliminary investigations suggesting rash driving as the cause.
An Indian national was killed in an attack on Kuwait International Airport, prompting the Indian Embassy to offer condolences and assistance. The attack, attributed to Iranian strikes, led to the suspension of air traffic and caused casualties and damage.
An Indian national was killed and several others injured in a drone attack on Kuwait International Airport, leading to the suspension of air traffic and significant damage. This incident marks the tenth Indian fatality since hostilities between the US and Iran began in February, with other Indians also affected by regional conflicts in UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman.
A sanitation worker in Ulhasnagar was fatally stabbed while on duty, leading to his wife's suicide upon hearing the news. Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder.
Six men from Assam were arrested in Kerala for allegedly beating their colleague to death, suspecting him of stealing a phone.
Two delivery riders have been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly murdering a 38-year-old mason from Madhya Pradesh during a robbery attempt. The accused confessed to killing the victim after he resisted their attempt to steal his mobile phone and money.
An Indian worker from Odisha was killed and two others were injured in a drone attack by Ukraine in the Moscow region. The deceased, A Rameya, was working at an oil refinery. Efforts are underway to repatriate his body.
A labourer has been arrested in Thane for allegedly raping a seven-year-old girl at a construction site, sparking outrage and demands for stricter verification of migrant workers.
A member of actor-turned-politician Vijay-led Tamilaka Vettri Kazhagam on Friday moved the Supreme Court seeking directions to Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to invite his single largest political party to form the government in the state.
A petrol pump worker in Indore died after a car driver allegedly refused to pay for fuel, grabbed his hand, rolled up the window, and dragged him with the moving vehicle. Police are searching for the driver.
More than six decades after her passing, Marilyn Monroe's magnetic appeal and beauty continue to captivate fans worldwide, with her 100th birth anniversary on June 1 prompting a look back at her life and enduring legacy.
Trinamool Congress leader Swarup Biswas, brother of former West Bengal Sports minister Aroop Biswas, has been remanded to police custody in Kolkata. He was arrested in connection with an alleged extortion racket operating in the Tollygunge film and television industry, facing charges of sexual harassment, extortion, and attempt to murder.
An Indian worker was killed and three others were injured in a drone attack in the Moscow region, the Indian embassy in Russia said. The incident occurred amid escalating hostilities between Russia and Ukraine.
The Congress-led UDF government in Kerala has ordered an urgent inquiry into the parole granted to the accused in the Periya twin murder case, following political concern and scrutiny.
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 a 15-foot-deep pit.
The building suffered extensive damage in the fire, with debris, shattered glass and burnt materials strewn in the vicinity. A large crowd gathered near the site as authorities cordoned off the spot and diverted traffic to facilitate rescue operations.
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 family of an Odisha migrant worker who died in Qatar is appealing to the government for assistance in bringing his body home. The 25-year-old was the sole earner for his family.
At least 13 people have died in Pune after consuming suspected spurious liquor, leading to multiple arrests and a high-level investigation.
A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi completed the second postmortem of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following her death on May 12. Her family alleges dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, while her in-laws claim she suffered from drug addiction.
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