The National Commission for Women has taken suo motu cognisance of the brutal murder of an HR manager in Agra, directing UP DGP for a time-bound investigation. Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar strongly condemned the heinous crime in a letter to state police ch
Coimbatore police have intensified security measures for the Thaipoosam festival at Marudhamalai Subramaniaswamy Temple on February 1, expecting a large turnout with new crowd management systems in place.
Sunny Nana Waghchoure, a Pimpri-based businessman and film financer, receives extortion calls demanding Rs 5 crore from a caller claiming to be Shubham Lonkar of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court granted anticipatory bail to a wife accused of abetting her husband's suicide, stating that mere matrimonial discord without proximate instigation does not constitute abetment under criminal law.
Narcotics Control Bureau dismantles inter-state drug trafficking network, seizes narcotics worth Rs 10 crore and uncovers hidden manufacturing facility in Karnataka. Four arrested in major crackdown.
A Minnesota man faces federal charges after allegedly impersonating an FBI agent in a Hollywood-style jailbreak attempt at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center, triggering a major security response.
Two Indian jewelry stores in Texas raided in connection with a sophisticated gold scam targeting senior citizens, resulting in arrests and seizure of millions in cash and gold.
An IndiGo flight from Kuwait to Delhi was diverted to Ahmedabad airport due to a bomb threat, later declared a hoax. This marks the third such incident involving IndiGo aircraft at Ahmedabad in two months.
Guwahati sessions court rejects bail for musician Amritprava Mahanta in Zubeen Garg death case. Prosecution alleges she got him drunk, failed to alert others before fatal yacht outing in Singapore.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed petitions alleging irregularities in the 2024 senior assistant-cum-inspector recruitment exam, finding no credible evidence of paper leaks or mass cheating.
The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission overturned a 2014 compensation order after finding a fundamental misunderstanding of German labeling on dates. The phrase 'Mindestens Haltbar Bis' means 'best before,' not expiry date.
Two senior Wow! Momo employees arrested in Kolkata warehouse fire case as death toll reaches 25. Governor C V Ananda Bose condemns systemic neglect, while BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari leads protest demanding accountability.
The Calcutta High Court has directed the Staff Selection Commission to submit an affidavit detailing compliance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act in recruitment processes, following a petition alleging violations.
Uttarakhand High Court dismisses PIL challenging Sainya Dham war memorial construction in Dehradun, noting forest authorities certified the land as non-forest.
The Supreme Court has ruled that menstrual health is part of the fundamental right to life under Article 21, directing all states and UTs to provide free biodegradable sanitary pads in schools.
A 35-year-old man in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, died by suicide after alleged pressure for religious conversion. Police are investigating the case, which has sparked local concerns about coercion tactics.
Kerala High Court upholds cheque bounce conviction despite complainant's inability to identify accused in packed courtroom, ruling memory lapse after 4 years and crowded conditions don't invalidate evidence.
Naginder Gill, 47, receives 20-year sentence in UK court for role in firearms and drug trafficking conspiracy using EncroChat platform. Two co-conspirators get longer terms.
An Odisha Police DSP faces criticism for sporting red hair, prompting discussions on uniform decorum. A retired IPS officer clarifies that while police manuals don't specify hairstyles, personnel must uphold the force's professional image.
The Gujarat High Court has upheld a divorce granted to a couple whose marriage broke down over dietary differences. The husband cited mental cruelty due to his wife's strict sattvic diet excluding onion and garlic, leading to constant conflicts.
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India has mandated the provision of free sanitary pads for all girls in schools, declaring menstrual health as an integral part of the fundamental right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution.
Delhi Police apprehended a man impersonating an Intelligence Bureau officer, seizing fake government IDs, police-style equipment, and forged documents from his possession in a significant crackdown on identity fraud.
Delhi High Court expresses concern over prolonged vacancies in National Commission for Minorities, making it non-functional since 2024. Court seeks affidavit from Minority Affairs Ministry on appointment process.
A 28-year-old Army soldier was shot dead after trying to stop celebratory gunfire at a wedding in Punjab's Tarn Taran district. The incident occurred in Malmohri village.
An Indian-origin drug dealer operating under the alias 'IndianOcean' has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in the UK for large-scale cocaine trafficking and money laundering.
Seven individuals, including tourists from Delhi, have been arrested following a violent clash with local residents in Uttarakhand. The altercation erupted over a road access dispute, highlighting tensions between visitors and communities in the scenic st
Four people died instantly when a speeding truck collided with a car on Bhind Road highway in Gwalior during dense fog on Friday morning. The truck driver fled the scene.
Madras High Court disposed of a plea for meetings with freedom fighters, emphasizing India's debt to martyrs. The court recorded the district collector's commitment to hold regular meetings as per government directives.
Pakistan's government defends its legal actions against jailed former PM Imran Khan and activists as national security measures, while critics warn of shrinking democratic space under military influence.
A 4-km saree, the world's longest, is displayed at Mumbai's Kala Ghoda Arts Festival as a petition demanding legal reform of India's marital rape exception laws, gathering thousands of signatures.