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Mohammad Anwar arrested after new Seemapuri building collapse in Delhi
Mohammad Anwar, owner of the collapsed New Seemapuri building in east Delhi, has been arrested after evading capture since the incident that killed at least four people.
Ramleela fair money dispute kills 3, injures 1 in Pilibhit
A violent dispute over previous Ramleela fair accounts in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, left three people dead and one injured after an assault involving sticks and gunfire.
Two FIRs against INDIA bloc opposition leaders after Delhi march
Two FIRs were registered against the INDIA Bloc for conducting a protest march to the Supreme Court without permission, during which they allegedly broke police barricades.
Monish, known for multiple criminal cases, shot dead in Delhi
A history-sheeter named Monish, with 10 criminal cases against him, was shot dead by four assailants on motorcycles in Vikas Nagar, Ranhola, on October 11.
Maharashtra forms 5 member MPSC probe, names Tukaram Mundhe secretary
A five-member committee, led by ex-judge Dilip Bhosale, will investigate alleged paper leaks and irregularities involving current and past MPSC chairpersons and members.
Delhi police denotified Jantar Mantar, designated 3 protest grounds
Ramlila Maidan, now a designated protest site in Delhi, requires an initial booking outlay of ₹1.21 lakh per day, with no available dates until late December.
Mumbai hits 38.2°C, 5.1°C above normal, IMD calls heat wave
Mumbai recorded its highest October temperature in over ten years at 38.2°C, surpassing the previous record set in 2015, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Supreme Court orders SOP verifying caste claims for 2027 census
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to outline the verification process for caste claims in Census 2027, emphasizing the need to protect genuine entitlements.
Delhi Police asks Home Ministry to keep 273 CAPF companies
Delhi Police has requested an extension for 27,000 CAPF personnel due to potential protests, with 2,800 troops yet to report for duty.
Pune Municipal Corporation orders Thursday water outage from October 15
Starting October 15, Pune will experience a complete water supply shutdown every Thursday due to low dam storage levels and concerns over El Niño and rainfall deficits.
Gurugram traffic cops issued over 37,000 challans, levied ₹4.1cr fines
Gurugram traffic police issued 37,657 challans during a special drive from October 5 to 11, imposing fines worth ₹4.1 crore through on-ground enforcement and camera surveillance.
Binain Khap sets October 14 deadline over arrested Haryana journalist
The Binain Khap has announced a protest starting October 15 if the Haryana government does not withdraw the FIR against a woman journalist and secure her release by October 14.
Delhi Police constable Amit Yadav killed by truck in Farrukhnagar
Amit Yadav, a 33-year-old Delhi Police constable, was killed when a truck hit his motorcycle in Gurugram while he was returning from duty at the Jantar Mantar protest site.
Greater Noida GIMS nurse Neetu Chapprana, relatives booked for assault
A nurse and her family members have been booked for allegedly assaulting a doctor at the Government Institute of Medical Sciences in Greater Noida following a patient care dispute.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta launches 4 education and skills projects
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated four education and technical training projects in New Delhi, enhancing infrastructure and skill development under the Seva Sankalp Campaign.
Garhwa council orders meat, chicken, fish shops closed for Navratri
A directive from Garhwa Municipal Council in Jharkhand to close meat, chicken, and fish shops during Navratri has ignited a debate over religious sentiment and civic authority.
Delhi's Rekha Gupta announces 100,000 smart streetlights for women's safety
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced plans to install 100,000 smart streetlights across the city to address safety concerns raised by female college students.
Delhi records 41.6mm October rainfall, air quality improves
Delhi experienced 41.6 mm of rainfall on Monday, significantly improving air quality to an AQI of 83 and reducing temperatures by up to 6.1 degrees Celsius below normal.
Maharashtra FDA revokes licenses of Brijwasi and Zepto over hygiene
The Maharashtra FDA has revoked licences for Krishnam Retails' Brijwasi unit in Malad and a Zepto warehouse in Bhandup due to alleged hygiene violations and food safety concerns.
CAQM tells MCD to clear dust and garbage across Delhi
Delhi's pollution watchdog has mandated the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to remove road dust and garbage by October 31, warning of possible prosecution for non-compliance.
Rahul Gandhi moves Supreme Court October 13 over 2 cases
The Supreme Court is set to hear Rahul Gandhi's challenges in the "Chowkidar Chor Hai" defamation case and a disproportionate assets complaint on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Lucknow hotel fall kills 24-year-old woman as boyfriend reportedly left
A 24-year-old woman died after falling from the 10th floor of a Lucknow hotel, while her boyfriend allegedly fled the scene, prompting a police investigation into the incident.
S Jaishankar urges preservation of ancient manuscripts in Delhi
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the importance of preserving ancient Indian manuscripts as symbols of cultural memory and called for increased protection efforts.
India seeks CCS approval to build 3 Kalvari-class subs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has prioritized the construction of three additional Kalvari class submarines at Mazagon Dockyards Limited, with French Naval Group support.
Delhi police warn of diversions for protests and Bloomberg forum
Traffic in Delhi faces disruptions due to ongoing protests and the Bloomberg New Economy Forum, with authorities implementing dynamic diversions and restrictions.
New low over Bay of Bengal brings rain to India
Rain is expected across northern India as a low-pressure area forms over the Bay of Bengal, with unsettled weather forecast for Delhi-NCR and neighboring states.
US Ambassador Sergio Gor joins Durga Puja celebrations in Kolkata
US Ambassador Sergio Gor visited Kolkata to experience Durga Puja, admiring the creativity of pandals and the community spirit, highlighting why the festival is so special.
INDIA alliance alleges mass voter deletions, marches to Supreme Court
The INDIA bloc rallied to the Supreme Court over SIR protests, while allegations surfaced against Delhi police for assaulting detainees during recent demonstrations.
Delhi SIR verification: BLO home visits, 20L small errors fixed
Over 60% of the 33 lakh voters in Delhi who received SIR notices have been verified, following the Election Commission's streamlined verification process initiated last month.
Three killed, including 3-year-old, as Unnao SUV crashes in Lucknow
Three people, including a three-year-old girl, died when an SUV crashed into a divider in Lucknow; ten others sustained injuries and are receiving treatment.
NMC tells hospitals to appoint safety officers after 52L injuries
An estimated 52 lakh injuries occur annually in India due to medical errors, prompting the National Medical Commission to enhance patient safety measures in medical institutions.
Delhi Traffic Police warns Tuesday disruptions over Gyanesh Kumar protests
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for October 13, warning of disruptions across 22 key junctions amid protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Morcha says Bhagwant Mann promised AG will seek Hawara transfer
The Morcha claims that after a positive meeting with Bhagwant Mann, there is hope for Jagtar Singh Hawara's transfer to a Punjab jail and potential release.
Driver Daljeet, 29, dies after Delhi nightclub altercation with bouncers
A 29-year-old driver, Daljeet, died after being brutally beaten by bouncers at a Delhi nightclub following an argument over spilled beer. Police have arrested several suspects.
Appellate tribunals in West Bengal hold 37L+ pending voter appeals
Seventeen Appellate Tribunals in West Bengal have resolved 126,194 cases, but over 37 lakh appeals remain pending, primarily due to disputes over electoral roll revisions.
IMD warns Andhra Pradesh of rain from October 15
A low-pressure area forming over the Bay of Bengal is expected to bring rain to Andhra Pradesh from October 15, with possible heavy rainfall in coastal districts and Rayalaseema.
ED raids 8 Kolkata sites in suspected chit fund laundering
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at eight locations in Kolkata, targeting a money laundering case involving a chit fund scheme linked to 'Amrit Project Limited'.
Akal Takht criticizes DSGMC over police entry at Bangla Sahib
Akal Takht criticized the Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Management Committee for allowing police entry into Bangla Sahib amid controversy over an alleged protest violating Sikh principles.
Karnataka High Court voids 2022 quota increases exceeding 50% limit
The Karnataka High Court invalidated provisions of a 2022 law increasing SC-ST reservations beyond the 50% ceiling, citing violations of constitutional equality principles.
Air India suspends Riyadh flights until Oct 15 after attack
Air India has extended the suspension of its flights to and from Riyadh until October 15 due to repeated attacks on Saudi Arabia's capital airport by Houthi rebels.
20,000 paramilitary personnel to remain in Delhi for a month
Around 20,000 paramilitary personnel deployed in the national capital amid protests by opposition bloc INDIA and other groups against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral irregularities will continue to be stationed in Delhi for at least a month, sources told NDTV.
Mumbai faces 500 MLD daily water shortfall amid stalled projects
Mumbai is currently facing a water supply shortfall of over 500 million liters per day (MLD), a situation that could worsen by 2041 if long-pending supply projects remain unimplemented.
Goa nightclub fire: HC orders interim compensation for victims' families
The Bombay High Court has ordered Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the "Birch by Romeo Lane" nightclub in North Goa, to pay ₹20 lakh each in interim compensation to the families of 25 victims who died in a fire at their establishment last December.
Jantar Mantar is no longer a protest venue
The Delhi Police has officially denotified Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site. The decision was announced in a standing order dated October 11, 2026.
CJP gives Delhi Police 24-hour ultimatum for Jantar Mantar protest
Members of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) approached the Parliament Street Police Station in New Delhi on Monday.
Dad will 'handle everything': Teen after speeding Mini kills 3
A speeding Mini Cooper rammed into a scooter near Kochi airport in Kerala's Ernakulam district on Sunday, killing three people.
'Don't drag us into politics': CJI amid Delhi protests row
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Monday said that there should be no impediment to the movement of lawyers and court staff amid the curbs in Delhi due to the protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
'SC doors open to everyone': CJI amid INDIA bloc protest
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Surya Kant has said that every Indian citizen has the right to approach the courts.
Journalists covering anti-CEC protests detained despite producing IDs
Several journalists were detained on the second day on Sunday while covering protests by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) in Delhi despite having valid IDs.
Tukaram Mundhe appointed panel secretary to overhaul MPSC
The Maharashtra government on Sunday formed a committee to recommend reforms in the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC).
IMD issues red alert for Delhi, adjoining areas
Delhi and parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) were reeling under heavy rainfall on Monday morning.
Delhi braces for more protests; here's what is happening
Delhi is bracing for more protests on Monday as opposition parties have planned a march to the Supreme Court, demanding a halt to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar.
How to get a duplicate birth certificate in India
Getting a duplicate birth certificate in India is possible if your original document is lost, damaged, or misplaced.
DMRC shuts entry-exit gates at 6 stations for Congress protest
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced the closure of entry and exit gates at six metro stations from 6:00am till 4:00pm on Monday.
India condemns Hormuz vessel attacks after two seafarers go missing
India has strongly condemned recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Cockroach Janta Party leaders vow to continue protests
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has vowed to expand its protests across India after its leaders were released from Delhi police custody.
IndiGo flight diverted to Hyderabad after powerbank catches fire
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Chennai was diverted to Hyderabad after a fire broke out in the overhead luggage compartment.
'Your confidence is vital': SC on Kapil Sibal's 'no faith'
The Supreme Court on Sunday emphasized the importance of public confidence in the judicial system while addressing senior advocate Kapil Sibal's "no faith" remark.
Protesters, including CPI(M) MP, detained in Delhi despite SC order
The Delhi Police on Sunday continued to detain protesters, including Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader John Brittas.
'Abducted', phones seized: CJP leaders on detention at Delhi airport
Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das have accused the Delhi Police of high-handedness after their detention.
SC seeks response on illegal detentions, police excesses during protests
The Supreme Court has asked the government to respond to allegations of illegal detentions and police excesses during protests in Delhi.
'You don't let us go near F-35s,' IAF chief says
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh of Indian Air Force (IAF) has criticized the United States's F-35 program.
Remove barricades, metro to run normally: SC to Centre
The Supreme Court has ordered the removal of barricades in Delhi, unless "absolutely warranted." It also stated that Metro, train, and internet services should function normally, subject to law and order.
Video showing protester being assaulted goes viral: 4 arrested
The Delhi Police have arrested four men in connection with a viral video that allegedly shows a protester being assaulted.
Delhi Police file over 20 FIRs over SIR protests
The Delhi Police has registered over 20 cases in connection with attempts to hold protests against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise on Saturday.
Supreme Court to hear contempt plea against Centre, Delhi Police
The Supreme Court is set to hear a contempt plea against the central government, Delhi Police, and Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) over alleged violations of its October 9 order.
IMD warns of thunderstorms, lightning in parts of India today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms and rain in several parts of India on Sunday.
CJP leaders released from detention, can't breach peace for 1yr
Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were released from detention by an Executive Magistrate court in Delhi on Sunday.
India condemns missile attack on Saudi airport, calls it 'unacceptable'
India has condemned the recent missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
India slams UN rights body over Delhi protest detentions remarks
India has slammed the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) for its concerns over the recent mass detentions in New Delhi.
CJP says protests to continue daily until Gyanesh Kumar removed
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and several student organizations have vowed to continue their protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar every day until Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar resigns or is removed.
CJP leaders to remain in detention ahead of CEC protest
Three members of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das, and Ashutosh Ranka, were detained on Saturday morning.
SC to hear contempt, detention pleas over CJP protests tomorrow
The Supreme Court will hold a special hearing on Sunday over two petitions related to the police action and transport restrictions during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protests in Delhi.
Peaceful protests can't be a criminal offense: Calcutta HC
The Calcutta High Court has ruled that peaceful protests cannot be considered criminal offenses simply because they are unwelcome to those in authority.
Wangchuk warns of hunger strike, padyatra if protesters not released
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has declared the situation in India an "undeclared emergency" after a massive crackdown by Delhi Police.
NIA to probe attack on Indian pilot aboard flydubai flight
The central government has ordered the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to probe an attack on Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar on board flydubai Flight 1073.
Abhijeet Dipke's grandmother passes away; family informs him in detention
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has been informed about his grandmother's death while he remains in detention in Delhi.
Cockroach Janta Party appoints new protest leader after Dipke's detention
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has named its organization in-charge, Ajinkya Shinde, to lead a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.
Lawyers, SFI members detained trying to march to Jantar Mantar
The Delhi Police detained several members of the Students' Federation of India (SFI), other student organizations, and lawyers on Saturday.
SC contempt plea filed over metro train shutdowns
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court, seeking contempt proceedings against authorities for allegedly violating its order during a recent protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms in Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted unsettled weather conditions across several states in India on Saturday.
Abhijeet Dipke detained from plane ahead of CJP protest
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), was detained by Delhi Police on Saturday.
DMRC shuts entry-exit gates at 45 stations amid protest
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has shut entry and exit at 45 metro stations in the national capital.
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee detained ahead of CJP protest
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee was detained by the Delhi Police from his residence in Gurugram's Sector 56 on Saturday morning, News18 reported, citing sources.
Modi a 'dictator', 'scared' of youth: CJP's Abhijeet Dipke
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being a "dictator" and fearing the youth.