A 39-year-old Delhi woman, identified as Pinki, was arrested on September 28. Police apprehended her after allegedly finding her 14-year-old son carrying six pouches of suspected marijuana. The discovery was made during foot patrolling around 7 pm. Authorities accuse the woman of using her minor son to sell the drug.
Delhi Police have filed a chargesheet alleging the murder of DU student Muskan Sharma was premeditated. The accused, Imran Khan, reportedly purchased a knife online two days before the August 26 attack. The 21-year-old victim was a fashion content creator. The chargesheet was submitted in Delhi's Tis Hazari court.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma apologized on social media platform X. The incident occurred in Silchar where an ambulance was halted to let his convoy pass. Sarma stated that a chief minister's passage should never delay urgent medical care. He directly apologized to the affected patient and their family for the event.
The Karnataka government is proposing stricter penalties for repeated traffic violations. This includes fines up to Rs 5,000 and a demerit point system for habitual offenders. The state also plans to ban half-helmets for two-wheeler riders to improve safety. Discussions are underway to regulate low-speed e-scooters and promote carpooling initiatives.
Multiple global factors are impacting stock markets, including the Middle East conflict and fears of rising inflation. High global bond yields and sustained outflows by foreign portfolio investors have also weighed on equities. This has raised questions about whether India's recent market underperformance is part of a wider trend. Analysts are examining if the concerns affecting India are shared by other major markets worldwide.
A 15-year-old boy was attacked with a sharp object inside a classroom at Kolkata's South Point School. The incident occurred in front of a teacher, according to a statement from the school. The assault left the teenager bleeding from his injuries. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the violent attack.
The Indian government has proposed creating a $25 billion fund to support domestic deep tech startups. This initiative aims to boost investment in sectors like drones, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence. The proposal comes as India currently ranks fifth in a comparison of such investments among major nations. Its funding levels are significantly behind the US and China and are slightly below those of Germany.
A protected 1,000-plus acre property in Loudoun County, Virginia, has been listed for sale at $41.575 million. The estate features frontage along the Potomac River and includes vineyards, farmland, and a historic house from the 1700s. The land is divided across two tracts and is protected by conservation easements. The listing suggests potential for residential, agricultural, and hospitality development on the properties.
Amarinder Singh Warring has stepped down as the Punjab Congress chief following an internal report by Sachin Pilot. The report is believed to have assessed the party's performance in the recent Lok Sabha elections. Former minister Vijay Inder Singla is considered the leading candidate to replace him. Other contenders include Jalandhar Cantonment MLA Pargat Singh and Gurdaspur MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa.
The Bombay High Court has acquitted Rahul Raj Singh, the former boyfriend of actor Pratyusha Banerjee, in her 2016 suicide case. Singh had been facing charges of abetting the suicide of the Balika Vadhu actress. The court's decision comes over eight years after it initially granted him anticipatory bail in July 2016. The case dates back to the actor's death by suicide in April 2016. The acquittal concludes the prolonged legal proceedings surrounding the incident.
Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has resigned as the chief of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee. He had assumed the role in April 2022, shortly after the Congress party suffered a major defeat in the Punjab state elections that year. The party was beaten decisively by the Aam Aadmi Party in those polls, amid significant internal divisions within Punjab Congress. The party has indicated that a new president will be chosen in the near future.
Tangkhul Naga leaders have voiced serious concerns regarding civilian safety in vulnerable border areas of Manipur. They have criticized both the Manipur state government and India's central government for their inaction. This follows recent violent incidents that resulted in the deaths of several Naga civilians, heightening community fears. The group has called for immediate protective measures, warning that a continued failure to act could compel them to seek assistance from neighboring countries.
A couple and an aide named Ganeshan, linked to Tamil Nadu granite businessman Veeramani, were arrested on August 28 in connection with an alleged sexual assault case. Courts have denied bail to the accused. Police allege that the couple played an active role in facilitating and abetting the alleged sexual abuse. The incident is said to have taken place at a residence rented by Veeramani. Authorities continue to investigate the extent of involvement of all parties named in the case.
Multiple passengers on a Flydubai flight intervened to restrain the co-pilot during a mid-air incident. The event began when a struggle was heard from the cockpit, during which the pilot was reportedly attacked. This caused the aircraft to nosedive, prompting the immediate passenger response. The group managed to stabilize the plane and used headphones to subdue the co-pilot until landing.
A FlyDubai flight, FZ1073, was en route from Dubai International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv when an incident occurred in the cockpit. According to the airline, a fight broke out on the flight deck during the journey. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated in a video address that one of the pilots attempted to sabotage the aircraft's systems. The situation was brought under control, preventing a potential disaster aboard the flight.
Former Gujarat Chief Minister Shankarsinh Vaghela is likely to rejoin the Indian National Congress party. The Gujarat state unit of Congress has already approved his return to the party. A final decision on his re-entry is now awaiting clearance from the party's central leadership. Vaghela, a veteran politician from Gujarat, had previously parted ways with Congress before this potential reunion.
A man in Gujarat was publicly confronted by a woman and her female relatives after he allegedly harassed one of them. The accused, identified as an employee, was repeatedly slapped by one of the women in front of bystanders. The incident was captured on camera and the footage subsequently went viral on social media. The confrontation drew widespread attention online, sparking public discussion about street harassment.
A 31-year-old man from Mumbai, identified as Preet Pankaj Jain, was arrested in the United States on September 24 after allegedly stalking a minor. Police responded to a report in the Medlands Community area, where Jain was found allegedly pursuing the underage victim. The case reportedly stemmed from the minor blocking Jain online, after which he travelled from India to the US to locate her. His arrest followed a complaint filed with local law enforcement regarding his threatening presence in the area.
An Israeli passenger on a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv recounted how he physically restrained an assailant who had entered the cockpit. The passenger later described the incident directly to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The emergency forced the aircraft to divert to Saudi Arabia rather than continuing to its intended destination. The swift action by the passenger is credited with preventing a potentially catastrophic hijacking.
India achieved only the second successful chase of 400-plus runs in men's ODI history, defeating West Indies in a record-breaking match. Shubman Gill scored 223 and captain Rohit Sharma contributed 101 to anchor the run chase. India reached 406 for two in just 43.3 overs, completing the target with relative comfort. West Indies had earlier set a formidable total of 405 for seven, their highest-ever score in ODI cricket. The only previous instance of a 400-plus chase in men's ODIs was South Africa's 438-run chase against Australia in Johannesburg in 2006.