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Mumbai Metro Line 3 to run overnight during Ganpati Visarjan
Mumbai enhances public transport for Anant Chaturdashi with overnight Metro Line 3 services and 22 special local trains to accommodate Ganpati visarjan devotees.
MP Gaikwad detained outside IIT Bombay protesting Sahil Wakode death
Congress MP Varsha Gaikwad and NSUI activists were detained during a protest outside IIT Bombay, expressing solidarity with the family of student Sahil Wakode.
Telangana probes restricted land records tied to K. Chandrasekhar Rao
The Telangana government has launched an inquiry into alleged land irregularities involving former Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao and other BRS leaders.
El Nino monsoon trims India's hydropower, sparks 7.7GW nighttime shortages
India faces increased power shortages as El Nino-induced dry conditions reduce hydropower output, forcing coal plants to meet rising demand and depleting coal inventories.
Bhathtlan man attempts suicide in police station after bribe claim
A Bhathtlan village resident consumed poison at Dhanaula police station, alleging officers demanded bribes and withheld documents related to his car fire incident.
IIT Bombay postpones midsemester exams after Sahil Wakode suicide
IIT Bombay has postponed mid-semester exams to October 10-11 following student protests after a student's suicide, prompting a review of academic misconduct procedures.
Two men arrested after allegedly harassing Delhi University students
A Delhi student and her friend were allegedly followed and abused by men in a car, who attempted to drag them inside; two arrests have been made following the incident.
SC hears Cauvery dispute as Tamil Nadu claims 20 TMC
Tamil Nadu accused Karnataka of monopolizing Cauvery water in the Supreme Court, as both states argued over a significant shortfall affecting Tamil Nadu's agricultural needs.
Brothers accused in Aastha Kunj gang-rape deleted phone data
Two brothers accused in the Delhi gang-rape case deleted their phone search histories, photos, and videos before being arrested, according to police reports.
Trekkers caught in snowfall on Satopanth route near Badrinath
Uttarakhand's Chamoli district witnessed its first snowfall of the season, marking a transition from monsoon to colder weather as fresh snow covered the high Himalayan peaks.
Teenager, 17, gang-raped at Astha Kunj Park, 3 arrested
Police are investigating whether complaints against Hemant, removed from a gym for alleged misconduct with women, are linked to the recent gang-rape case in Delhi.
PM-KISAN prepares 24th payout for October 2026, date pending
PM-KISAN provides ₹6,000 annually to eligible farmers in three instalments; the next payment is expected in October 2026.
Gautam Adani and Suvendu Adhikari kick off Kolkata 2,000-bed hospital
Gautam Adani and West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari laid the foundation for a 2,000-bed hospital in New Town near Kolkata, with half the beds reserved for poor patients.
Supreme Court asks EC timeline to decide TMC name symbol
The Supreme Court has requested the Election Commission to provide a timeline for resolving Mamata Banerjee's plea challenging the freezing of TMC's name and symbol.
IIT Bombay suicide: Family alleges police tried to relocate them
The family of Sahil Wakode, an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay student who died by suicide, has alleged that Mumbai Police attempted to forcibly take them out of the city.
Hyderabad firefighters extinguish bus and plastic bottle factory fires safely
Two separate fires occurred in Hyderabad early Thursday, involving a private travel bus and a plastic water bottle manufacturing unit, with no reported injuries or casualties.
Kerala to raise human-wildlife compensation after Kozhikode farmers lose ₹1.35cr
The Kerala government plans to enhance compensation for victims of human-wildlife conflicts, as crop damage in Kozhikode exceeds ₹1.35 crore this year.
Yamuna Expressway bus fire kills 9 after ignored warnings
An FIR claims the driver ignored warnings of a burning smell and refused to stop the bus, leading to a fire that killed nine passengers on the Yamuna Expressway.
Gurugram cab operator arrested allegedly killing wife in Palam Vihar
A 30-year-old cab operator was arrested in Gurugram for allegedly killing his wife with a metal rod after discovering her with another man in their Palam Vihar home.
Bus blaze in Greater Noida on Yamuna Expressway kills 9
The bus that caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway, killing nine passengers, had accumulated 19 traffic challans totaling Rs 1.75 lakh, including one for an underage driver.
Driver rescues 14 after Udaipur-Pune bus fire on Mumbai-Pune Expressway
A passenger bus caught fire on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, but all 14 passengers escaped unharmed after the driver noticed smoke and evacuated them safely.
Uttar Pradesh Police, CRPF personnel arrested over Amroha gang rape
Two Uttar Pradesh Police and two CRPF personnel have been arrested for allegedly gangraping a woman from Haryana at a farmhouse in Amroha district.
Sonam Wangchuk leads Leh march for 2025 protest victims
Sonam Wangchuk led a march in Leh with civil society members, commemorating the anniversary of a protest for statehood and constitutional safeguards.
Udaipur to Pune bus catches fire near Panvel, all safe
A bus traveling from Rajasthan to Pune caught fire on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, but all passengers evacuated safely without injuries. The fire was due to an AC system snag.
Maharashtra names Shatrughna Singh UCC adviser after RC Chavan resigns
Two days after Justice RC Chavan's resignation, the Maharashtra government appointed retired IAS officer Shatrughna Singh as a member-cum-senior adviser to the UCC committee.
After Jamui, another girl molested by 4 men in Bihar
Four men have been arrested in Samastipur, Bihar, after a video of them allegedly molesting a girl went viral.
Haryana woman gang-raped by 3 cops at MLA's farmhouse
A 24-year-old woman from Haryana was allegedly raped by three uniformed personnel at a farmhouse in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, after she was lured with promises of visiting religious places.
70,000-page chargesheet filed in Ram Temple donation theft case
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has submitted a nearly 70,000-page chargesheet in the Ram Temple donation embezzlement case.
Applying for a marriage certificate? Don't make these blunders
Obtaining a marriage certificate is an important step for couples looking to formalize their union.
9 killed after sleeper bus catches fire in Greater Noida
Nine people, including one woman and eight men, were killed after an AC sleeper bus caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida late Wednesday night.
Mizoram soldier returning home on vacation killed in road rage
A 29-year-old Army soldier, Zakaria Lalhriattluanga, was allegedly killed in a road rage incident in Mizoram's Kolasib.
UP man who shot wife, 2 priests, killed in encounter
A man accused of shooting his wife, two priests and taking three children hostage in Uttar Pradesh's Azamgarh was killed after a seven-hour standoff with the police on Wednesday.
Modi likely to attend G20 Summit, hold bilateral with Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend the G20 Leaders' Summit in Florida, United States, in December.
How to easily retrieve your lost learner's license
Losing a learner's license can be a hassle, but the process of retrieving it is not as difficult as it seems.
IIT-Bombay suicide: Professor at center of row sent on leave
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has placed Professor Suryanarayana Doolla on leave amid an ongoing probe into BTech student Sahil Wakode's suicide.
After Bihar groping horror, Odisha couple assaulted on camera
A video of a young couple being assaulted in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has surfaced online.
'Don't fall for...': India warns tourists in Malaysia
The High Commission of India in Kuala Lumpur has issued a warning to Indian nationals visiting Malaysia on a 30-day visa-free entry.
India is running out of groundwater, says report
India's freshwater reserves are under severe stress, according to a new report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
Ex-justice resigns from Maharashtra UCC panel, flagging concerns over functioning
Former Bombay High Court Justice RC Chavan has resigned from the drafting committee of Maharashtra's Uniform Civil Code (UCC).
Bombay HC takes cognizance of pollution caused by festivals
The Bombay High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the issue of noise and air pollution caused by festival celebrations.
Can't penalize those objecting 'Vande Mataram' on religious grounds: SC
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said that while 'Vande Mataram' is no doubt the national song, "nobody who feels an infraction of Article 25 and 26 rights" or is a conscientious objector would be subjected to penal consequences.
Bihar molestation case: Prime accused Nandan Yadav arrested
Nandan Yadav, the prime accused in the molestation of a minor girl in Jamui, Bihar, was arrested on Tuesday.
No record of student complaining to SC/ST cell: IIT-Bombay professor
IIT Bombay professor Rajkumar Pant has rejected allegations against his colleague, Professor Suryanarayana Doolla, in connection with the suicide of second-year BTech student Sahil Wakode.
IIT Bombay to replace ceiling fans with wall-mounted ones
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has decided to replace ceiling fans with wall-mounted ones on its campus in the wake of a student's suicide incident that took place recently, NDTV reported.
Delhi weather: IMD predicts clear skies, no rain
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted clear skies for Delhi on Tuesday, September 22, with no rain expected.
IIT Bombay suicide case: 1st footage shows professor questioning student
Details from the first CCTV footage being examined by the Mumbai Crime Branch in relation to the suicide of second-year Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay BTech student Sahil Ravindra Wakode have surfaced.
FIRs against 120 internet profiles for sharing Bihar groping video
The Bihar Police have filed an FIR against around 120 social media users for sharing a video of minors being harassed.
Fire at Telangana RIMS's newborn care unit kill 2 infants
Two newborns were killed after a fire broke out in the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) at the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) hospital in Adilabad, Telangana, on Tuesday.
Protests not to justify cheating: IIT-Bombay students
Students of the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (IIT-B) have clarified that their recent protests were not to justify cheating, but to highlight systemic issues and demand reforms.
How to apply for a marriage certificate in India
Applying for a marriage certificate in India can be a daunting task, but it does not have to be.
3 men posing as cops gang-rape minor inside Delhi park
A 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by three men impersonating police officers in a park near Kalkaji Mandir, Delhi.
Mumbai: Deceased BMW driver had previous cases against him
The Tardeo police in Mumbai have uncovered a disturbing past of Shanay Falgun Gajjar, the 21-year-old driver who died in a BMW crash on Sunday.
BMW that plunged off Mumbai bridge hit couple earlier
A speeding BMW that crashed off a bridge on Mumbai's Coastal Road, killing three students, was involved in another incident earlier this year.
Almost 40% of India's coal power plants low on fuel
Around 40% of India's coal-fired power plants are running on critically low fuel stocks, government data revealed.
CCTV caught Ram Temple donation theft 105 times, SC told
The Supreme Court was informed on Monday that 105 cases of donation theft at Ayodhya's Ram Mandir were captured on the temple's CCTV.
2012 Dharmasthala rape-murder back in spotlight as SC orders reinvestigation
The Supreme Court has ordered a fresh investigation into the 2012 rape and murder of Sowjanya, a 17-year-old girl from Karnataka's Ujire.
Environmental parties had 0% success rate in January-June NGT appeals
A recent assessment has revealed that environmental and public-interest parties have had a dismal record in appeals at the National Green Tribunal (NGT) from January to June 2026.
Cockroach joins cardiologist's dinner at JW Marriott; he shares video
Dr. Ashok Seth, a prominent cardiologist, was left horrified after he discovered a baby cockroach on his dinner table at Romano's, an Italian restaurant in the JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar.
Who is IIT Bombay professor who resigned amid suicide case?
Professor Suryanarayana Doolla of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has resigned amid controversy over the suicide of second-year student Sahil Wakode.
IIT Bombay issues apology over student suicide statement
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has issued an apology for its earlier statement regarding the death of 22-year-old student Sahil Wakode.
Bihar minor couple harassed, girl molested in viral 'moral-policing' video
A viral video has surfaced from Bihar that captures the horror two minor students faced at the hands of a group of men in Jamui on Saturday evening.
Late economist Bibek Debroy's name appears in Delhi draft rolls
The name of late economist Bibek Debroy has appeared in the draft electoral rolls of Delhi, nearly two years after his death.
Heavy rainfall forecast in Telangana; 5 dead in Kerala landslides
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a multi-day warning for Telangana, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over the next few days.
IIT Bombay director signs 18-point charter after 3-day student protest
IIT Bombay Director Professor Shireesh Kedare has signed an 18-point charter of demands after three days of student protests.
How to speed up your Indian passport application
Applying for an Indian passport can feel daunting, but understanding the process can make it much easier.
IIT Bombay to hold special meeting amid student protests
The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) has called a special meeting of its Board of Governors on Monday.
Tehseen Poonawalla claims detention during E20 petrol protest
Political commentator Tehseen Poonawalla was allegedly detained by Delhi Police during a protest against E20 petrol at Jantar Mantar on Sunday.
Japan's fighter jets operate from Indian soil for 1st time
For the first time, Japanese fighter aircraft have operated from Indian soil during a bilateral air exercise.
Uttarakhand glaciers receding at 23m annually, study reveals
Uttarakhand's glaciers are receding at an average rate of 23.23 meters annually, a new study has found.
Telangana man kills brother-in-law who murdered his pregnant sister
A man was arrested in Telangana's Nizamabad for allegedly murdering his brother-in-law, who had killed his pregnant sister.
Mumbai: Speeding BMW plunges off bridge, 3 killed
A tragic accident occurred on Mumbai's Coastal Road early on Sunday, killing three people.
Thunderstorms, rain likely across much of the country on Sunday
Inclement weather is expected across much of the country on Sunday. The forecast includes rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds in several states.