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Delhi: Tarot card reader raped by friend, suspect on run
A 36-year-old tarot card reader was raped allegedly by an acquaintance in Delhi's Neb Sarai area, police said on Tuesday, PTI reported.
SC to hear pleas against Citizenship Amendment Rules today
The Supreme Court on Tuesday will hear a clutch of over 230 petitions seeking a temporary stay on the enforcement of the Citizenship Amendment Rules, 2024 until the court can determine their constitutionality.
'We aren't police': Gujarat HC over attack on foreign students
Gujarat High Court on Monday chose not to initiate suo motu cognizance in Sunday's attack on students hailing from foreign countries at a university hostel in Ahmedabad.
Ponmudi's appointment: SC to consider TN government's plea against governor
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear a plea from the Tamil Nadu government in response to Governor RN Ravi's refusal over a minister's appointment.
ECI orders removal of Bengal DGP, 6 states' home secretaries
In a major administrative shake-up, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has reportedly ordered the removal of West Bengal's director general of police (DGP) and home secretaries from six states.
Explained: Elvish could face 20-year jail term under NDPS Act
Elvish Yadav, a renowned YouTuber and winner of the Big Boss OTT, is embroiled in grave allegations under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985.
SC refuses to stay disqualification of 6 Himachal Congress MLAs
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to stay the disqualification of six dissenting Congress MLAs from the Himachal Pradesh Assembly.
Assam cop arrested for raping 15-year-old domestic help
A senior police official in Assam was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor who was employed as a domestic help in his home.
SC denies Satyendra Jain's bail plea, asks him to surrender
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected the bail application of Satyendar Jain, a former Delhi minister.
Indians stuck in Russia seek PM's help in video appeal
A group of men from Punjab and Haryana have issued a fresh video plea seeking help from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging they were deceived into enlisting in the Russian Army and engaging in the Ukraine conflict.
'Don't be selective': SC slams SBI over electoral bonds data
The Supreme Court pulled up the State Bank of India again on Monday directing it to disclose "full details" related to electoral bonds received by political parties without being "selective."
Rajasthan: 4 coaches of Sabarmati-Agra superfast train derail in Ajmer
Several passengers suffered injuries after the engine and at least four coaches of the Sabarmati Superfast Express derailed after colliding with a goods train in Rajasthan's Ajmer in the early hours of Monday.
18 Hindu refugees from Pakistan granted Indian citizenship
Days after the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), 18 Hindu refugees from Pakistan—long-term residents of Gujarat's Ahmedabad—have been granted Indian citizenship.
'Questioning their understanding': Jaishankar reacts to US envoy's CAA remark
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar defended the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) on Saturday, following criticism from the United States and other countries.
Election Commission releases more data on electoral bonds
The Election Commission of India (ECI) uploaded more data on electoral bonds on Sunday.
Counting of votes for Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim assembly elections changed
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has changed the date of counting of votes for the Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim assembly polls.
ED summons Kejriwal in another money laundering case: Know details
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Delhi Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal, in connection with a money laundering case linked to irregularities in the Delhi Jal Board (DJB).
Sheikh Shahjahan's brother, 2 others arrested in ED attack case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) apprehended three more suspects on Saturday for their alleged involvement in the January 5 attack on Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal.
Foreign students attacked at Gujarat University over namaz; 5 injured
An unidentified mob assaulted foreign students at Gujarat University (GU) on Saturday for offering namaz in a hostel, according to NDTV.
BRS leader Kavitha sent to ED custody till March 23
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha has been placed in Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody until March 23 in connection with the Delhi liquor policy case.
2% commission system exists within BJP, reveals party MLA
In a recent public forum, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Rameshbhai Chhotubhai Patel from Gujarat's Jalalpore reportedly confirmed the existence of a "2 percent" commission system within the party on Tuesday.
Lok Sabha election dates out; to be held from April-June
After months of twists and turns, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has finally announced the dates for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
J&K government approves 10% quota for Paharis; increases OBC quota
The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday approved a 10% job quota for newly added scheduled tribe (ST) communities—Paharis, ethnic tribes, Paddaris, Kolis, and Gadda Brahmins.
Delhi liquorgate: Arvind Kejriwal granted bail in ED summons case
Delhi's Rouse Avenue court on Saturday granted bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the complaints filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for not complying with the summonses issued to him.
ED takes KCR's daughter Kavitha to Delhi for remand
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha, arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) from her Hyderabad residence on Friday in the Delhi liquor policy case, was flown to Delhi around midnight, NDTV reported.
Election Commission to announce Lok Sabha election schedule today
The 2024 Lok Sabha election schedule will be announced on Saturday at 3:00pm, the Election Commission of India (ECI) confirmed on Friday.
Delhi court denies stay on ED summons for CM Kejriwal
A Delhi court has denied a request to halt two orders summoning Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in complaints filed by the Enforcement Directorate.
Bengaluru water crisis: Residents shift to online classes, disposable utensils
India's Silicon Valley, Bengaluru, is grappling with a severe water crisis.
'Misinformed, unwarranted': India after US says 'concerned about CAA'
India has responded to the United States (US)'s remarks that it is concerned about the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), calling them "misplaced, misinformed, and unwarranted."
'Lottery King': Meet the highest electoral bonds donor, Santiago Martin
A 40-year-old man, Santiago Martin, has emerged as the largest purchaser of electoral bonds, according to the data by the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday.
SC refuses to stay appointment of election commissioners
The Supreme Court on Friday decided not to halt the appointment of two Election Commissioners, Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, whose names were finalized a day earlier.
Yediyurappa booked for sexually assaulting minor; former CM denies allegation
Former Karnataka Chief Minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader BS Yediyurappa (81) has been booked under the Prevention of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, for allegedly sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl at his Bengaluru residence on February 2.
SC pulls up SBI for 'incomplete data' on electoral bonds
The Supreme Court on Friday pulled up the State Bank of India for not disclosing "complete data" on electoral bonds—which allowed individuals and businesses to donate anonymously to political parties.
Lok Sabha elections: ECI to announce poll schedule tomorrow
The Election Commission of India will announce the voting schedule and results date for the Lok Sabha elections on Saturday.
Election Commission uploads electoral bonds data on website
In a significant step toward transparency in political funding, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has made public the data on electoral bonds provided by the State Bank of India.
Jharkhand police summon ED officials in Hemant Soren harassment case
Jharkhand Police on Thursday summoned Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials for questioning next Thursday regarding a case filed by former Chief Minister Hemant Soren.
'Was called monkey': African footballer attacked, racially abused in Kerala
A footballer from Ivory Coast, West Africa, has filed a police complaint, alleging he was racially abused and attacked by a mob in Kerala.
Former President Pratibha Patil hospitalized in Pune, condition stable
Former President Pratibha Patil was admitted to Bharti Hospital in Pune late on Wednesday night due to a chest infection and fever.
PM Modi-led panel selects 2 new election commissioners
Bureaucrats Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Gyanesh Kumar have been chosen to fill two vacant positions in the Election Commission of India, Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury announced on Thursday.
Delhi excise policy: Arvind Kejriwal moves sessions court against summons
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday filed a petition in the Sessions Court challenging the summons issued to him by a magisterial court.