Pocso invoked 8 yrs after FIR: HC slams probe agency for 'casual approach'

Lost & found, found and lost: ‘Reunited son’ a fraud? Cops detain him

Newborn thrown off bridge and stuck on tree survives 50 wounds

Kharge's remarks on PM Modi distasteful, disgraceful: Amit Shah

Three senior ministers rebuked Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for his comment about outliving PM Narendra Modi and removing him from office. Despite his criticism, Modi checked on Kharge's health after his dizziness at a rally, showcasing a theme of political rivalry intertwined with personal interactions.

Swiggy Instamart launches 24/7 free delivery service in these cities

Swiggy Instamart launches 24x7 free delivery in Delhi-NCR, offering rapid 10-15 minute delivery of groceries, festive treats, electronics, and more. This new service addresses late-night demand spikes, particularly during festive season preparations, with future expansion to other cities planned.

Bangladesh may review, scrap non-beneficial MoUs & projects signed with India: Reports

Under the leadership of Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh's interim government is contemplating a review of MoUs and infra projects with India. If these MoUs are found to be non-beneficial, they might be cancelled. The feasibility of projects funded by Indian loans is also under consideration, reflecting a potential shift in bilateral relations.

Kerala Congress expels AICC ex-member Simi after 'casting couch' allegations

Congress's Kerala unit president K Sudhakaran expelled former AICC member Simi Rosebell John after she claimed a 'casting couch' culture within the party. Susan alleged that women had to 'impress' men for positions, sparking complaints from several women functionaries. The party considered her remarks defamatory and expelled her for insulting its women members.

How Mossad planted bomb, used AI and remote control to kill Ismail Haniyeh

Ismail Haniyeh, a senior Hamas leader, was assassinated on Wednesday by an explosive device that had been covertly smuggled into the Tehran guesthouse where he was staying. The incident, confirmed by seven Middle Eastern officials and a US official, revealed that the bomb had been planted approximately two months prior.

War of words: Sarcastic comment sparks Dhankhar-Kharge spat

Maldives moves to ban Israeli citizens from entering country

The Maldives will now prohibit Israeli passport holders from entering the country in response to Israel's retaliatory bombardments and ground offensive in Gaza, as reported by Maldives news organization Edition.mv, quoting the President's office. Ali Ihusan said that during a cabinet meeting, President Mohamed Muizzu decided to initiate the necessary legal changes to enforce this ban.

PM Modi guaranteed, predict exit polls, give BJP & allies 353 to 415 seats

Amid suspense, Rahul veering towards fighting from Rae Bareli

Congress delays announcing Amethi and Rae Bareli candidates. Rahul may contest from Rae Bareli instead of Amethi. Priyanka is unlikely to run, as per the sources. Indecision due to Wayanad's victory and concerns about Kerala optics. Party leaders like KC Venugopal, and Kharge are said to have discussed the subject in Shimoga in Karnataka after a public rally Thursday afternoon

'Violent stir not protected': US Prez breaks silence on college protests over Gaza conflict

Kejriwal must stay on as CM, run govt from jail, party MLAs tell wife Sunita

AAP MLAs met her at the CM's residence hours before she was to speak to him via video conferencing. He was sent to Tihar Jail on Monday, in judicial custody, for 15 days. "All MLAs requested her to give the message to Kejriwal that he was, is and will always be Delhi CM as 2 crore people were standing with him," minister Saurabh Bharadwaj said.

Exclusive: 'Shreyas & Ishan should have played Ranji matches...'

The BCCI has announced its list of centrally-contracted players, with Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja remaining in the top tier. However, Shreyas Iyer and wicket-keeper Ishan Kishan have been excluded from the list. Kishan has not been part of the Indian team since December and Iyer was excluded from the team after second Test against England.

'Woman paraded nude': Cops swing into action after viral video

A video of a woman allegedly being paraded naked in Belagavi has gone viral, prompting an investigation by the police. The incident occurred on July 31, 2023, when the survivor and her son were attacked by their rivals for questioning land encroachment. The survivor's family was also beaten, and she was threatened with dire consequences. The survivor's daughter filed a complaint, leading to a probe by senior officers from the Belagavi district administration. This incident is reminiscent of a similar attack in Vantamuri village in Belagavi.

Lunch diplomacy: Pawar invites Maha CM Shinde, deputies to Baramati home for meal

In a surprise development, Sharad Pawar has invited Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and his two deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar over lunch at his Baramati residence on Saturday. The invite is being seen as a move to blunt the impact that Pawar senior's estranged nephew, Ajit Pawar, plans to generate by announcing projects for Baramati LS constituency that he wants to wrest from his cousin, Supriya Sule.

Nairs, Hoysalas genetically closer to Gujjars

Dawood mom’s 4 agri plots set to be auctioned

Four properties in Khed taluka, Ratnagiri district, belonging to fugitive terrorist Dawood Ibrahim's mother Amina Bi, will be auctioned by the competent authority and administrator of the Smugglers and Foreign Exchange Manipulators (Forfeiture of Property) Act. The properties, located in Mumbake village, have a total reserve price of Rs 19.2 lakh. The auction will be held through e-auction, public auction, and tender in sealed envelope. This marks the 12th auction of properties belonging to Dawood or his kin in the past nine years.

Jaishankar on how Modi govt made Pakistan's terror policy irrelevant

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar sheds light on India's global diplomatic strategies under the Modi government, emphasizing the country's approach to dealing with Pakistan. He highlights India's success in neutralizing Pakistan's policy of using cross-border terrorism as leverage in diplomatic dialogues. Jaishankar states that India is open to dealing with Pakistan but not under conditions where terrorism is seen as a legitimate tool for diplomacy. He also discusses India's foreign policy in relation to the United States, criticisms about India's democracy, and the evolving relationship with Gulf countries.

Irfan Pathan wants Rohit Sharma to replace Ashwin with this player

In the opening Test of the two-match series at Centurion's SuperSport Park, India faced a defeat by an innings and 32 runs, concluding within three days. Historically, India hasn't clinched a bi-lateral Test series win in South Africa, having made attempts on eight occasions, resulting in seven losses and one drawn series. Despite posting 245 in their first innings, India's batting lineup faltered, managing only 131 runs across 34.1 overs in the second innings. South Africa set a strong foundation with a commanding 408 in their initial outing.

7.6 magnitude earthquake hits Japan: What we know so far

In a significant event on Monday, a 7.6 magnitude earthquake shook north central Japan, as per NHK, the public broadcaster. In reaction, the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued tsunami warnings for Ishikawa, Niigata, and Toyama prefectures. Anticipating waves up to 5 meters in Noto, Ishikawa Prefecture, authorities remain on high alert. NHK reports waves over 1 meter hitting Wajima City's coast in Ishikawa Prefecture. Hokuriku Electric Power is inspecting nuclear facilities for safety post-quake, NHK reveals.