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Violence spikes in West Bengal campaign as CISF jawan shot
In the final hours before the West Bengal elections, a TMC MP's car was vandalised and a CISF jawan was shot at, marking a tense pre-polling atmosphere.
India's power demand hits 255.8 GW amid brutal heatwave
India's peak power demand soared to 255.8 GW on Monday due to severe heatwave conditions, marking a significant increase from the previous day's 237 GW.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says India already a 'Hindu Rashtra'
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that India is already a Hindu Rashtra, negating the need for any formal declaration.
Probe into Nida Khan at Nashik TCS widens to Malaysia
New evidence suggests key accused Nida Khan attempted forced religious conversion and name change, with links to Malegaon and Malaysia, in the ongoing TCS Nashik case.
Eighth Central Pay Commission in Delhi discusses pay and pensions
Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, a former Supreme Court judge, currently chairs the Eighth Central Pay Commission, tasked with revising pay structures for central government employees.
FNPO urges pay commission to boost salaries, expects ₹3.6L-₹15L backpay
The Federation of National Postal Organisations (FNPO) has proposed significant pay scale transformations and improved working conditions to the 8th Pay Commission.
Nashik court considers Nida Khan custody to probe financial links
Nashik police informed the court that Nida Khan, accused in a sexual exploitation and forced conversion case, has financial links to Malaysia and requires custodial interrogation.
Mahalingapuram prefab factory crane collapse kills 5, injures 12
A crane collapse at a prefabricated structure manufacturing unit in Shankarpally, Telangana, resulted in the death of five migrant labourers and injured 12 others.
IMD issues yellow alert as storms bring relief to Delhi-NCR
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts light rainfall and thunderstorms in Delhi, offering a potential respite from the ongoing heatwave.
Multiple crashes across Uttar Pradesh kill 12 people overnight
Twelve individuals lost their lives in four separate road accidents across Uttar Pradesh. Several others were injured in these tragic incidents.
Minnesota crash kills Rep Liz Conmy, Dr Joseph Cass
North Dakota State Rep. Liz Conmy and pilot Dr. Joseph Cass died following a small plane crash in Minnesota. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from Crystal Airport.
BJP minister Nitesh Rane sentenced to 1 month for protest
Maharashtra BJP minister Nitesh Rane has been sentenced to one month in jail for assaulting a government engineer by pouring mud on him in 2019.
Activists allege flawed clearances for Google Visakhapatnam centers, seek reevaluation
Activists are questioning the environmental clearances granted for Google-led data centre projects in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, demanding a fresh review before commencement.
IMD: Cyclonic system brings dust storms, high winds to Delhi
New Delhi experienced dust storms and rain due to a cyclonic circulation over Pakistan and Rajasthan, disrupting temperatures and IPL matches.
FIR filed against 14 students after Hansraj College festival clash
Following a series of disciplinary actions and suspensions, Delhi University's Hansraj College has registered an FIR against 14 students amid escalating campus tensions.
Petroleum Ministry: India doesn't need gasoline or diesel imports soon
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas assures there's no need to import petrol or diesel due to sufficient domestic stocks, despite occasional panic buying.
Jeetu Munda brought sister's skeleton to Keonjhar bank for ₹20,000
A tribal man from Odisha's Keonjhar district brought his deceased sister's skeleton to a bank, in an attempt to withdraw money from her account.
Sonam Wangchuk released urges dropping charges against 83 in Ladakh
Sonam Wangchuk, released after six months of detention under the National Security Act, discusses his hopes for Ladakh and responds to being labeled 'anti-national'.
Delhi breaks April power demand record at 7,078 MW
Delhi's peak power demand hit a record 7,000 MW in April due to intense heatwave conditions, marking the first time such levels have been reached this early in the year.
Andhra Pradesh midday meal workers protest 'Smart kitchen' centralizing meals
The Andhra Pradesh Mid-Day Meal Workers Union protests the government's proposal to privatise the mid-day meal scheme, fearing it will lower food quality and threaten jobs.
Maharashtra pauses autorickshaw drivers' Marathi test, sets August 15 review
The Maharashtra government has temporarily suspended the enforcement of Marathi language testing for autorickshaw drivers, with a decision on extending the deadline expected soon.
Union Health Ministry warns of intense heatwave April-June 2026
India's Union Health Ministry issues a nationwide alert for a potentially severe heatwave season in 2026, urging immediate preparedness across all states and territories.
Brahmaputra Mail passenger Chandan Kumar Mandal dies, train safety questioned
A 24-year-old man tragically died after falling from a moving train in West Bengal, with co-passengers alleging that the emergency chain failed to halt the locomotive.
Pune deaths add to 622 sanitation worker fatalities since 2017
Three migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh died in Pune district on Saturday while cleaning a drainage tank at a mushroom processing unit.
'They had...child together': SC decries rape allegation in live-in case
The Supreme Court has questioned the possibility of a criminal offense of sexual assault on a false promise of marriage in a long-term live-in relationship.
India may exit Iran's Chabahar port project over US sanctions
India is now considering selling its stake in the Chabahar port project in Iran, after the United States sanctions waiver expired on April 26.
'Chase real crimes, not missing cows': Karnataka HC scolds police
The Karnataka High Court on Monday slammed the state police for focusing on minor issues instead of serious crimes.
Heatwave alert pushes Delhi-NCR schools to revise timings, advance vacations
As a severe heatwave continues to grip several parts of India, schools in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) have changed their timings and advanced summer vacations.
Air India flight makes precautionary landing in Bhopal, passengers safe
An Air India flight from Mumbai to Bhopal made a precautionary landing on Sunday due to a suspected technical issue.
Jharkhand boy dies, 18 sick after eating roadside stall pani-puri
A six-year-old boy died and 18 others were hospitalized in Jharkhand's Giridih district after allegedly eating pani-puri from a roadside stall.
Centre's online content blocking orders double, over half on X
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has seen a dramatic increase in online content blocking orders over the past year.
India weather: Western disturbance to bring rain, cool temperatures
India is currently experiencing a dramatic weather shift, with some states expected to witness heavy rainfall while others are under a severe heatwave.
Modi to inaugurate UP's longest Ganga Expressway on April 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Ganga Expressway on April 29.
Delhi Police officer opens fire, killing 1, injuring another
A late-night altercation in the Jaffarpur Kalan area of Dwarka, Delhi, turned fatal when a head constable of the Special Cell allegedly opened fire.
Bengal potato prices crash to ₹8/kg, farmers dump crop
Farmers in Singur, West Bengal, are facing a crisis after a bumper potato harvest led to a price crash.
India's peak power demand hits all-time high of 256.11GW
India's peak power demand hit an all-time high of 256.11GW yesterday, as per the latest data from the Power Ministry.
UP: Birthday cake smear sparks shooting, 3 family members killed
A birthday celebration in Bulandshahr's Khurja Nagar area turned deadly when a minor dispute over cake-smearing led to three people being shot dead.
Delhi: 6 injured after Swiss Air flight's engine catches fire
A Zurich-bound Swiss Air flight, LX147, faced a major emergency at New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport on Sunday.
Telangana govt transfers over 30 IAS officers in reshuffle
The Telangana government has transferred over 30 Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers in a major bureaucratic reshuffle. The move was aimed at improving administrative efficiency and governance across the state.
Delhi sizzles at 42.8°C, records hottest day of 2026
Delhi recorded its hottest day of the year on Saturday, with Safdarjung observatory recording a maximum temperature of 42.8°C. This is 5.1 degrees above normal for this time of year.
Padma Shri awardee, photographer Raghu Rai passes away at 83
Raghu Rai, a legendary Indian photographer and photojournalist, has passed away at the age of 83.
'Relieved to learn' Trump, First Lady are safe: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his relief that United States President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance are safe after a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
Modi government overhauls NITI Aayog: Who are the new members?
The Indian government has given a major overhaul to NITI Aayog, by appointing noted economist Ashok Lahiri as its new Vice-Chairman.
India's peak power demand hits record high of 252.07GW
India's peak power demand has hit a record high of 252.07GW yesterday, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Power.
YouTuber 'Ex-Muslim' arrested for killing boy in 1995
Popular YouTuber Saleem Wastik, also known for identifying himself as an "ex-Muslim," was arrested for the murder of a 13-year-old boy in Delhi nearly 31 years ago.
Gurugram man dies of suspected 'sex-enhancing' drug overdose
A 29-year-old man was found dead in his rented flat in Gurugram's Sector 53 on Thursday morning.
Delhi records hottest day of the season, yellow alert issued
Delhi is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 41.9°C on Friday. The Ridge station in north Delhi recorded the highest temperature at 43.1°C.
3 dead as fresh Naga-Kuki gunfights erupt in Manipur's Ukhrul
Three people were killed and five others injured in fresh clashes between rival Naga and Kuki armed groups in Manipur's Ukhrul district on Friday morning.
New Delhi Metro Station to feature ixigo branding
Travel technology company ixigo has bagged the branding rights for New Delhi Metro Station.
Case filed after Coast Guard helicopter flies over Sabarimala temple
The Pampa Police in Kerala have registered a case after an Indian Coast Guard (ICG) helicopter flew over the Sabarimala temple.
India advises against travel to Iran amid resumption of flights
The Indian Embassy in Tehran has issued a fresh advisory, asking citizens to avoid traveling to Iran by air or land.
Indian Navy identifies Hormuz as 'primary' area of interest
The Indian Navy has identified the Strait of Hormuz as a "primary area" of strategic interest in its maritime security strategy.
Over 250 Indians claiming biblical tribe heritage arrive in Israel
Israel has launched "Operation Wings of Dawn," an initiative to relocate the Bnei Menashe community from India's northeastern states of Manipur and Mizoram.
Odisha: Stray dog kills cobra, saving 30 children's lives
A stray dog, Kali, has become a local hero in Dhirakula village of Odisha's Mayurbhanj district after she sacrificed her life to save over 30 kindergarten children from a venomous snake.
Coast Guard chopper flies over Sabarimala temple, raises security concerns
A Coast Guard helicopter flew over the Sabarimala Temple in Kerala on Thursday, raising security concerns.
'We aren't Indian version of Ku Klux Klan': RSS leader
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has dismissed comparisons between his organization and the American white supremacist group, Ku Klux Klan (KKK).
IMD warns of 44.5°C heatwaves, heavy rainfall in different parts
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has predicted extreme weather conditions across different parts of the country over the next few days.
'If didi had given...': Accused in IRS daughter's murder remorseless
Rahul Meena, the 23-year-old accused of murdering and raping the 22-year-old daughter of an Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer in Delhi, has shown no remorse during interrogation, according to ANI.
'Uninformed, inappropriate': India reacts to Trump's 'hell-hole' remark
India has reacted strongly to United States President Donald Trump's recent social media post.
MEA's 10-word response after Trump reshares post calling India 'hellhole'
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has reacted to US President Donald Trump's controversial social media post, which referred to India and China as "hellholes."
'It just happened': What IRS officer daughter's rapist told cops
The Delhi Police have sought four days of custodial interrogation of accused Rahul Meena in the alleged rape and murder case of a 22-year-old Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer's daughter.
Can't accept 'WhatsApp university' information: SC judge during Sabarimala hearing
During the Sabarimala reference hearing on Thursday, Justice BV Nagarathna quipped that information from "WhatsApp University" can't be accepted.
36 injured as 'rabid' dog creates chaos at UP wedding
As many as 36 people were injured after a stray dog, suspected to be rabid, entered a wedding venue in Badaun district of Uttar Pradesh on Monday and went on a biting spree.
Man who raped-murdered IRS's daughter raped another woman hours earlier
A former house help who raped a 22-year-old Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) graduate and murdered her at her home in East of Kailash, Delhi, is believed to have raped another woman hours before committing the crime.
Government mint finds toxic metal in Vaishno Devi's 'silver' donations
A government mint recently processed silver offerings from devotees at the Mata Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu and Kashmir and discovered that over 90% of the silver articles were fake, ET reported.
How IAF saved Delhi from Pakistan's ballistic missile attack
A year after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, new revelations have surfaced about the Indian Air Force (IAF) foiling a potential attack on Delhi.
Senior IRS officer's daughter found murdered in Delhi
A 22-year-old daughter of an Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer was found murdered at her residence in Delhi's Amar Colony on Wednesday.
'We reiterate outright condemnation of terrorism': EU honors Pahalgam victims
The European Union (EU) marked the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack by paying tribute to its victims on Wednesday.
Drink spiked, Wi-Fi disconnected, US woman raped at Karnataka homestay
A United States national was allegedly raped at a homestay in Kutta village, Kodagu, Karnataka.
Bengaluru 'BDSM' murder: Woman stages proposal, binds lover, burns him
A 27-year-old woman, Prema, has been arrested for allegedly murdering her boyfriend by setting him on fire after staging a BDSM role-play.
'Will never bow to terror': PM on Pahalgam attack anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has paid tribute to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack on its first anniversary.
India should aim for 100% ethanol blending: Nitin Gadkari
Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has advocated for 100% ethanol blending in India.
VHP to raise 'love jihad' concerns in corporate India
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) plans to take up alleged workplace harassment and religious coercion of Hindu women with corporate and industry bodies across India.
Kedarnath Temple bans mobile phones to preserve its sanctity
In a bid to preserve the sanctity of the Kedarnath Temple, authorities have imposed a complete ban on mobile phone usage within its premises, ANI reported.
MP shocker: Boy, 11, killed, body hidden in blue drum
In a shocking incident, an 11-year-old boy was found murdered and his body stuffed in a drum in Satna, Madhya Pradesh.
IMD warns of heatwaves, thunderstorms across India till April 25
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has forecast a mix of weather conditions across the country for the ongoing week, up to April 25.
400-plus guests fall ill after wedding feast in Gujarat
A wedding celebration in Abhlod village, Dahod district of Gujarat, turned into a health crisis as over 400 guests reportedly fell ill with suspected food poisoning.
India in touch with Iran over Hormuz safe passage: MEA
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that India is in contact with Iran and other relevant nations to ensure the safe passage of its vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.