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Punjab pilgrims' boat capsizes near Mathura, 11 dead, 4 missing
The death toll in the Mathura boat capsize incident has risen to 11, with four people still missing. The boat operator has been arrested following the tragedy.
Madhya Pradesh village Borsar fines abusers ₹500 or community service
Borsar, a village in Madhya Pradesh's Burhanpur district, has declared itself "swear-free", imposing a ₹500 fine or community service on those using abusive language.
Uttar Pradesh ATS arrests 2 men linked to terror network
Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad has apprehended two individuals, allegedly part of a terror network operated via social media by a Pakistan-linked handler.
Justice Yashwant Varma resigns, cites unfair inquiry into burned cash
Justice Yashwant Varma resigned, criticising the inquiry process into allegations linked to unaccounted burnt cash found at his residence as unfair and lacking legal grounding.
UIDAI updates Aadhaar to list Ladakh as separate union territory
In a move to uphold regional identity, residents of Ladakh will now have "Ladakh" instead of "Jammu & Kashmir" on their Aadhaar cards, mitigating previous inconveniences.
Jewar airport may boost Noida property values, experts say
The inauguration of the Noida International Airport at Jewar has significantly accelerated property price growth in Noida, transforming it into a major real estate hub.
Nashik BPO arrests: Nine held over sexual and religious harassment
Nine individuals, including an HR manager, have been arrested in Nashik following allegations of sexual and religious exploitation at a local BPO unit, sparking a communal row.
CBI brings gangster Sahil Chauhan from Thailand into Haryana custody
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully facilitated the return of wanted gangster, Sahil Chauhan, from Thailand to India.
Vikram Misri meets US officials to boost trade defense energy
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met US ambassador Sergio Gor at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, discussing future India-US engagements.
PM Modi announces 2L, 50k compensation after Vrindavan boat accident
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakh each from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the families affected by the Mathura boat tragedy.
Vikram Misri to Paris Berlin for trade energy defense talks
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri embarks on a three-day visit to Paris and Berlin for high-level talks amid the ongoing West Asia conflict.
Sanjay arrested in Tankara for allegedly killing 2nd wife Shakuben
A man in Gujarat has been apprehended for allegedly killing his second wife, Shakuben, following a dispute over his first marriage and subsequently discarding her body.
UPSC opens 16 vacancies, apply via ORA by May 1
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced direct recruitment for multiple government posts, with applications open until May 1, 2026.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw approves Vande Bharat Sleeper Bengaluru Mumbai
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has approved the Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat sleeper train service, aimed at enhancing overnight travel experience.
Mild earthquake hits Maharashtra's Hingoli, no reports of casualties
An earthquake of 4.7 magnitude struck the Hingoli district in Maharashtra's Marathwada region on Saturday morning. The tremors were felt in the neighboring Nanded and Parbhani districts as well.
Earthquake of 4.7 magnitude hits Hingoli district with no injuries
An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 jolted Hingoli district in Maharashtra, causing minor structural damage but no reported casualties.
Uttarakhand Police arrest Vikrant Kashyap over alleged defense leaks
Vikrant Kashyap was arrested by Uttarakhand Police's STF for allegedly working with a Pakistan-based terrorist and planning to avenge the death of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala.
India expresses concern over civilian casualties in Lebanon
India has expressed "deep concern" over the large number of civilian casualties in Lebanon.
Pune Municipal Corporation mulls water holiday amid 15% cut order
Pune residents may face weekly water holidays or alternate-day supply cuts due to a 15% reduction order by the irrigation department.
Bajrang Setu glass footbridge damaged at 1 end in Rishikesh
Unidentified individuals have damaged the glass of the under-construction Bajrang Setu, India's first foot glass bridge, in Uttarakhand.
Chennai parent Narayani Kamla reveals ₹37.8L fees for expat students
A viral post by a Chennai parent about the exorbitant fee of an international school has ignited discussions on regulating education costs in India.
NTA releases provisional JEE Main 2026 Session 2 answer key
The Provisional Answer Key for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 is now available on jeemain.nta.nic.in, following the completion of the Computer Based Test examination.
Thunderstorms, scattered rain likely in northeastern, southern India: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a stark contrast in weather conditions across India on Saturday.
Beed 16-year-old girl dies after alleged rape and suicide attempt
A 16-year-old girl from Maharashtra tragically died after consuming poison following a rape allegedly committed by her uncle. The main accused has been arrested.
Assam State School Education Board declares Class 10 results online
The Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB) has announced the Class 10th board exam results for 2026, accessible via sebaonline.org.
Kerala girl missing for 3 days found dead in Karnataka
A 15-year-old girl from Kerala, who had gone missing during a family trip to Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district, was found dead on Friday.
Viral X clip shows Siwan roadside exams in low-literacy Bihar
A video of children from Siwan, Bihar taking exams roadside has gone viral, highlighting the stark contrast in India's education infrastructure.
India raises LPG production to supply 60% of domestic demand
India's domestic production of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has surged from 40% to nearly 60% within a month, according to the country's petroleum ministry.
Yamuna pollution surged last month with sewage at 400,000 units
The Yamuna river experienced a surge in pollution levels in March, although the situation improved compared to the same period last year.
SBI and HDFC branches closed across India for 2nd Saturday
All major banks in India, including SBI, HDFC Bank, and PNB are closed today, 11 April due to the second Saturday holiday.
Over 8.4 million new registrations push Uttar Pradesh roll to 133.9 million
Uttar Pradesh's electorate grew by over 8.4 million, marking a 6.7% increase, in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise from draft to final electoral rolls.
Justice Yashwant Varma quits Delhi High Court, skips parliamentary hearing
Justice Yashwant Varma's resignation could prompt an investigation into alleged corruption, following the discovery of unaccounted money at his official residence.
Modi marks Mahatma Jyotirao Phule 200th birth celebrations, praises education
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the birth anniversary of social reformer Jyotirao Phule, praising his contributions to societal change and education.
Mumbai opens 1st Bhoiwada detention center for illegal foreign nationals
Two years after its proposal, Mumbai's first 'sthandbadhata kendra' (detention centre) for illegal foreign nationals has finally become operational in Bhoiwada.
India to propose restricting cough syrups for children under 2
India's health ministry is considering a ban on prescribing cough and cold medications to babies under two years old, following concerns over toxic contamination.
Retired Mumbai woman loses nearly ₹1.5cr to online share scam
A 63-year-old retired railway employee from Mumbai lost ₹1.49 crore to cyber fraudsters who promised high returns through an online share trading scheme.
Mumbai's RailOne app glitch lets passengers buy unreserved tickets
A geo-fencing error in Central Railway's new RailOne ticketing app allows passengers to book tickets while on a moving train, undermining efforts to prevent ticketless travel.
Vikram Misri visits US on nuclear power, clean coal, LPG
India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri ended his U.S. visit with talks on enhancing nuclear cooperation and exploring LPG exports.
Allahabad High Court keeps Pilibhit FIR against Noor Ahmed Azhari
The Allahabad High Court has rejected a plea to quash criminal proceedings against Noor Ahmed Azhari, UP chairman of the Muslim Personal Law Board.
Harshit Bhatt drowns in Noida water filled plot, murder case
Three friends face a murder case following the drowning of a 23-year-old college student in Noida, with the victim's family demanding a fair investigation.
Woman atop Allahabad HC Lucknow bench seeks FIR alleging gang-rape
A woman threatened to jump from Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench, alleging gang rape, forced religious conversion, and coercion into marriage.
Ghaziabad updates voter list, removes 5.7L names, 22.6L registered
The recent Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Ghaziabad has resulted in the elimination of approximately 5.74 lakh voters from the final electoral rolls.
Gurugram enacts rules curbing dumping and littering April 1 2026
Gurugram administration has enforced the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, imposing penalties up to ₹50,000 for illegal dumping and littering.
Preacher Rampal released from Hisar jail on bail with conditions
Controversial preacher Rampal has been released from a Haryana jail after the Punjab and Haryana High Court granted him bail in a 2014 violence case.
Uttar Pradesh: 10 dead, several missing as Mathura boat capsizes
A tragic boating accident occurred in the Yamuna River at KC Ghat, Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh's Mathura district, on Friday afternoon.
'Mahakumbh viral girl' Monalisa a minor; POCSO case against husband
Monalisa, popularly known as the "Mahakumbh viral girl," has once again made headlines after her marriage to a Muslim man.
No 'zombie drug': Bengaluru police debunk viral video
The Bagalur police in Bengaluru have arrested a 29-year-old man for spreading misinformation about a "zombie drug" through a viral video.
'26 Indians forced into Ukraine war': SC seeks Centre's response
The Supreme Court has sought a response from the Union Government on a habeas corpus petition seeking directions for the safe repatriation of 26 Indian nationals allegedly detained in Russia and forced to fight in the Ukraine war.
'Kaale' husband doesn't deserve me: MP woman stages robbery-gone-wrong murder
In a shocking case from Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, a spice trader was murdered in a meticulously planned conspiracy by his wife and her lover.
Justice Yashwant Varma submits resignation to President
Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court has submitted his resignation to the President.
Andhra Pradesh: 3 girls drown while taking selfies at waterfall
Three teenage girls drowned while taking selfies at the Mullungummi waterfall in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitharama Raju district on Thursday, NDTV reported.
Lieutenant Colonel Purohit, acquitted in Malegaon blast, cleared for promotion
The Indian Army has cleared Lieutenant Colonel Prasad Shrikant Purohit for a promotion to the rank of Brigadier.
Foreign Secretary Misri meets FBI, Pentagon officials during US visit
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is on a visit to Washington, United States, where he has held several high-level meetings. The talks are aimed at strengthening India-US cooperation in security, defense, and economic spheres.
Fire breaks out at Terminal 1 of Mumbai international airport
A fire broke out at Terminal 1 of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai on Thursday.
Copyright for AI artwork? Delhi HC seeks Copyright Office's decision
The Delhi High Court has ordered the Copyright Office to decide on a copyright application for an AI-generated artwork within eight weeks.
Nashik techies allege workplace sexual-harassment; HR says some gestures 'common'
The Nashik police have arrested six employees of an IT company following multiple complaints of sexual harassment and exploitation.
Manesar: Salary hike protest turns violent; vehicles vandalized, workers lathi-charged
Tensions flared up in Gurugram's IMT Manesar as police lathi-charged thousands of protesting contractual workers on Thursday.
Pune woman permanently paralyzed after water slide accident at park
A day of fun turned into a nightmare for 37-year-old Ashwini Sandeep Napte at the Jai Malhar Agro Tourism Centre's water park in Maharashtra's Pune district.
Indian vessel carrying over 15,000 tons of LPG reaches Mumbai
An India-flagged liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker, Green Asha, has arrived at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) in Navi Mumbai.
Multiple landslides hit North Sikkim; over 1,000 stranded
The Indian Army has successfully rescued 135 tourists stranded in North Sikkim after multiple landslides cut road connectivity.
Heavy rain expected in Jammu, Assam, Himachal, other states
An active western disturbance is likely to trigger a spell of rain with thunderstorms, hail and strong winds across several parts of India.
Celebrations across Kashmir valley after Iran ceasefire announcement
The Kashmir Valley erupted in celebrations after a ceasefire was announced between Iran, the United States, and Israel.
Constable, key witness in TN father-son custodial killings, reveals everything
Nine police officers from Tamil Nadu were sentenced to death this week for the custodial deaths of P Jayaraj and his son, J Bennix.
Delhi HC seeks action against journalist Rana Ayyub's X posts
The Delhi High Court has taken cognizance of a petition seeking action against journalist Rana Ayyub for allegedly posting derogatory content about Hindu deities on social media platform X.
IMD warns of thundersqualls, hailstorms across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a spell of intense weather across India over the next few days.
Anant Ambani pledges ₹18cr for temple, animal welfare in Kerala
Anant Ambani, the Executive Director of Reliance Industries Limited, has pledged ₹18 crore for the development of temple infrastructure as well as animal welfare in Kerala.
Manipur: 3 killed in firing during protest against kids' killings
At least three people were killed and several others injured when Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel opened fire at a protest in Bishnupur district's Tronglaobi Maning in Manipur, local media reported.
Aerobridge ceiling panel falls on flyer's head at Hyderabad airport
A United States citizen, Deepak Adoni, was injured after a metal panel from an aerobridge's ceiling fell on him at Hyderabad Airport.
Internet shut, curfew in Manipur after 2 kids killed
Violence erupted in Manipur's Bishnupur district on Tuesday as protests intensified over the death of two children in a suspected rocket attack.
Passenger finds cockroach-like insect in Vande Bharat meal
A passenger traveling on the Vande Bharat train from Ahmedabad to Mumbai claimed that they found an insect in their meal.
Amaravati officially declared as Andhra Pradesh's capital
Amaravati has been officially declared the capital of Andhra Pradesh, 12 years after the state was bifurcated.
Sabarimala case: Supreme Court begins hearing before 9-judge bench
The Supreme Court has started hearing the Sabarimala case before a nine-judge Constitution Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant.
Infant, 5-year-old boy killed in rocket attack in Manipur
A suspected rocket attack on a house in Manipur's Bishnupur district has left two children dead and their mother injured.
'Was looking for nephew': What Delhi Assembly breacher told cops
Sarabjit Singh, the man who drove his vehicle through Gate No. 2. of the Delhi Legislative Assembly on Monday, told cops that he was looking for his missing nephew and that someone had fed him opium, causing him to be disoriented.
Centre doubles LPG allocation for migrant workers amid cylinder crisis
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has doubled the allocation of 5kg Free Trade LPG (FTL) cylinders for migrant laborers across all states.
9 TN cops get death sentence for father-son custodial killing
A court in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district has sentenced nine police officers to death for their involvement in the custodial deaths of trader P Jayaraj and his son J Benicks.
Masked driver arrested after breaching Delhi Assembly, placing bouquet inside
The masked man who breached the security of the Delhi Assembly on Monday afternoon by ramming his car through Gate No. 2 has been arrested.
DRDO-linked offices get bomb threats; Udayanidhi Stalin's son also targeted
A major security operation has been launched at key defense establishments in Bengaluru after a series of bomb threat emails were sent to offices linked to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
Delhi toy car bomb plot: 2 JeM-linked men arrested
Two men, identified as Mossab Ahdam alias Kalam Kalyan and Mohammad Hamad Kollara, were arrested by the Delhi Police Special Cell and Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) in a joint operation.
Maharashtra police, IIT, Navy launch app to monitor coastal vessels
The Maharashtra police have partnered with the Indian Navy and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to launch a mobile application named Marine Domain Awareness (MDA).
Ladakhi buys single egg for ₹25,000 at Iran donation drive
Residents of Leh district in Ladakh have been collecting donations for the victims of the ongoing conflict in Iran.
Masked driver rams Delhi Assembly gate, places bouquet and flees
A car rammed through the main gate of the Delhi Assembly before entering the complex, sparking alarm among security personnel.
DU colleges evacuated after bomb threat emails: Delhi Police
Two colleges of the Delhi University, Ramjas College and Miranda House, were evacuated on Monday morning after receiving bomb threat emails.
Marine engineering student dies after basketball pole falls on him
A 20-year-old marine engineering student died after a dilapidated basketball pole collapsed on him at the Tolani Maritime Institute in Pune's Induri, Maval.
Traffic suspended on Jammu-Srinagar highway after heavy landslide in Ramban
Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway was suspended early Monday due to landslides and shooting stones triggered by rainfall in Ramban.
'Didn't feel scared': Kerala techie after being rescued from forest
A 36-year-old woman from Kerala, G S Sharanya, was found safe after going missing for four days in the Tadiandamol hills of Karnataka's Kodagu district.
Snakes, crocodiles to replace barbed wire on marshy India-Bangladesh border?
The Border Security Force (BSF) is mulling over an unconventional idea to tackle infiltration along the India-Bangladesh border.
IMD predicts widespread rain in several states on April 6-7
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall across several states in India on April 6 and 7.
Madhya Pradesh: 3 dead, several feared trapped in lodge collapse
A tragic incident occurred in Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh on Saturday evening when a four-storey lodge near the Kotma bus stand collapsed.
'Strait of Hormuz has to open': Former Indian diplomat
Former Indian Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Sanjay Sudhir, has warned that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is now a food security issue for millions.
UP man killed in Russia coercively recruited: Family
A 22-year-old man from Mawasi village in Uttar Pradesh's Rampur was killed while serving in the Russian army amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Why was India-bound oil shipment rerouted mid-voyage to China
An Iranian crude oil shipment, which was initially headed for India, was diverted mid-voyage to China.
ECI must be independent, insulated from political influence: Justice Nagarathna
Supreme Court judge Justice BV Nagarathna has emphasized the importance of the Election Commission of India (ECI) being independent and insulated from political influence.
Back-to-back western disturbances to cause thunderstorms, strong winds in Delhi
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a high alert for Delhi-NCR on Sunday. The warning comes as back-to-back western disturbances are expected to cause thunderstorms and strong winds of up to 50km/h.
Indian Ocean witnesses magnitude 4.2 earthquake
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake hit the Indian Ocean on Sunday, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).
Supreme Court forms 9-judge bench to review 2018 Sabarimala verdict
The Supreme Court has constituted a nine-judge bench to review its 2018 verdict on the Sabarimala temple in Kerala.
Govt ramps up LPG supply amid crisis amid Hormuz crisis
The Indian government has announced a series of measures to ensure an uninterrupted fuel supply and gas access in light of the ongoing crisis in West Asia. The measures also include support for Indians stranded abroad.
Maharashtra: Contractors threaten to halt work over ₹96,000cr payment delay
The Maharashtra State Contractors' Association (MSCA) has threatened to stop all development work across the state from April 7 if the government doesn't clear pending payments of over ₹96,000 crore.
Jaishankar thanks Armenia for helping evacuate Indian fishermen from Iran
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has thanked Armenia and its Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan for their help in evacuating Indian fishermen from Iran.
India's crude supplies fully secured, no payment hurdle: Petroleum ministry
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has assured that India's crude oil supplies are fully secured for the coming months.
PM Modi likely to inaugurate Delhi-Dehradun Expressway on April 14
The much-awaited Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is likely to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 14, 2026.
Seventh Indian LPG tanker crosses Hormuz; 17 ships still stranded
The Indian LPG tanker, Green Sanvi, has successfully crossed the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
Telangana: 3,699 illegal LPG cylinders seized, 1,275 cases registered
The Telangana civil supplies department has seized a total of 3,699 illegal domestic liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders between March 12 and April 3, news agency IANS reported.
Hyderabad police launch crackdown on illegal mango ripening agents
Hyderabad police and municipal authorities have intensified their crackdown on the use of illegal ripening agents in mangoes.
Dehradun cops nab 2 accused in retired Brigadier's murder
In a dramatic turn of events, Dehradun Police have arrested two suspects involved in the murder of retired Army brigadier Mukesh Kumar Joshi.