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The Mumbai Crime Branch is tracing the alleged suppliers and investigating the wider distribution network to establish the roles of other people suspected of involvement, sources said
The woman was arrested by Mumbai Crime Branch's Unit 7 on October 18 after officers allegedly caught her accepting an extortion payment of Rs 5 lakh at a restaurant in Ghatkopar West
In a video statement, Dipke rejected attempts to link the activists protests with violent unrest and regime-change movements abroad. He said Das and Ranka had chosen to face imprisonment peacefully, maintaining their commitment to Gandhian Satyagraha despite what he described as unlawful detention
Ahead of Rubios visit, Jaishankar met a US Congressional delegation in Mumbai to discuss trade, energy, security and technology, as well as ways to strengthen India-US ties
The alleged fraud came to light after a divisional vigilance squad investigated a complaint and found irregularities in the sale of a piece of agricultural land to a resident of Pedgaon village, an official said
Addressing a Dussehra rally at the Narayangad pilgrimage site in Beed tehsil, Manoj Jarange also criticised the Maharashtra government over the Rs 5,000 drought relief announced for affected farmers
The initiative aims to provide assistance through both the state government and the Shiv Sena, with financial aid being credited to farmers bank accounts and festive essentials being delivered to their homes, an official statement said
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale backed RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats remarks on regime change, saying protests alone cannot bring down an elected government in India. He also welcomed the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement
Two people were injured after the gate of a Mixer Ride broke at a Dussehra ground in Vikaspuri, west Delhi, around 1.36 am on Tuesday. They were shifted to RML Hospital for treatment. Police registered a case, inspected the spot and are investigating possible negligence
Zelenskyy said the discussion centred on Ukraines urgent defence requirements as Kyiv continues diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia
BJP leader Guru Prakash Paswan questioned whether Raut was presenting the events in Albania as an example for India. He also referred to a social media post by the Congress in Kerala concerning the Chief Justice of India
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi criticised Sanjay Rauts remarks suggesting India should learn from unrest in Albania, stressing that violence undermines democracy and constitutional values
Investigators had been examining CCTV footage from the football ground and surrounding areas over the past several weeks to trace the accuseds movements and determine whether they had surveyed the location before the firing, a police official said
Acting on a tip-off, a police team raided the premises at around 4 pm on Monday and found workers assembling explosives under dangerous conditions, an official said
Ainul Haque, a West Bengal resident, has been arrested for allegedly claiming that 60 people died in the Kolkata Durga Puja stampede, against the reported toll of 19. Investigators are probing the post and suspected Bangladesh links
Union Home Minister Amit Shah visits Gurdaspur, Sangrur and Mansa to meet the families of Bikramjit Singh, Gulzar Singh and anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has announced a CBI probe into Jhota's murder amid a political row over drugs
France plans new targeted curfews after recent riots, with Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu saying existing restrictions helped maintain calm. Paris, Bordeaux and Nice have introduced measures, while the government prepares emergency talks and promises support for businesses affected by the unrest
The investigation has identified 24 accused, of whom 11 are listed as arrested or in custody and 13 remain absconding, according to an official statement
The case against the retired cops relates to allegations of fabricated evidence, false charges, wrongful confinement and assault, a senior police official said on Tuesday
CM Bhagwant Mann expressed solidarity with anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhotas family and said the state government remained committed to its fight against drug trafficking
Sheikh Hasina said the risks would not deter her from returning to Bangladesh, where she has faced legal proceedings since the collapse of her government in August 2024
Australian lawmaker Helen Haines reportedly lost a leg after being struck by a car outside her Wangaratta office. Critically injured, she underwent surgery in Melbourne. Police arrested the driver, and an investigation is underway as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the alleged attack
A 35-year-old man identified as Althaf died after allegedly attempting to jump off a moving train at Kerala's Aluva railway station between 3 am and 4 am on Tuesday. Police said he lost his footing and slipped under the train. Inquest proceedings are underway
The case came to light after a motorist reported that two mobile phones had been stolen from his car at Vakola Junction in Santacruz East, an official said
Congress general secretary in charge of communications Jairam Ramesh cited a media investigation into the implementation of the scheme in drought-hit Beed district of Maharashtra
Congress MP Manish Tewari, representing India at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) First Committee in New York, outlined the countrys position on nuclear weapons and related issues on Monday
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, addressing the organisations Vijayadashami gathering in Nagpur, said changing the government would not necessarily solve Indias problems. He alleged attempts to undermine the countrys progress and urged protesters, authorities and political leaders to uphold constitutional values
Mohan Bhagwat appealed to protesters, government representatives, administrative officials and political leaders to ensure that their actions did not fuel hatred, bitterness or divisions within society
Nine people were injured after a fire broke out in the electrical duct of Kohinoor HDIL Building No. 5 in Kurla West, Mumbai, on Tuesday morning. Eight suffered smoke inhalation and one sustained a leg injury. All nine were admitted to Rajawadi Hospital and are in stable condition
An Air India Express flight from Visakhapatnam to Bengaluru suffered a bird strike but landed safely at Kempegowda International Airport, with all 148 passengers unharmed. Engineers began inspecting the aircraft, while Indian airlines continued suspending selected Saudi Arabia services amid regional security concerns
Founded by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur, Maharashtra, on September 27, 1925, the RSS traditionally observes its Foundation Day on Vijayadashami, following the Hindu calendar
The Shiv Sena (UBT) rally will take place at Shivaji Park in Dadar, while the Shinde-led Shiv Sena has organised its gathering at the NESCO Centre in Goregaon
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting India for talks with S Jaishankar on trade, energy, defence and critical technologies. The meeting comes as both countries signal progress on a proposed trade deal amid tariff disputes and wider efforts to strengthen bilateral ties
Tiger Shroff has been provided police protection two days after three gunmen allegedly opened fire in Juhu. Three suspected shooters, including a juvenile, were detained in Kota, Rajasthan, while police questioned another person in Sonipat as the investigation continues
In a separate post, the Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit verse describing Lord Rama as the embodiment of righteousness, truth and valour
Delhi recorded Octobers lowest minimum temperature so far at 17.1 degrees Ceslius on Monday, 1.3 degrees below the seasonal average. Clear skies are forecast for Dussehra, while the citys AQI stood at 139 in the moderate category
The city recorded unusually high daytime temperatures on Tuesday, with the Colaba observatory registering a maximum of 37.3 degrees Celsius and Santacruz recording 37.1 degrees Celsius, according to reported IMD observations
A fire broke out at Amar Sons Store on Bhulabhai Desai Road near Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbais Mahalaxmi area on Tuesday morning, October 20. The Mumbai Fire Brigade declared it a Level 1 fire call, while multiple emergency agencies were mobilised. Further details were awaited
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The exact cause and circumstances of the explosion are yet to be ascertained.
The figures represent the administration's assessment and were not independently verified in the interview.
Rubio said Washington wanted to develop more secure supply chains for industries essential to economic growth and national security.
She left Bangladesh following the collapse of her government in August 2024.
The court directed a personal bond of '25,000 and two local sureties of the same amount
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Bhandaris parents and the Congress have been staging protests against Gautams appointment as the Sikkim governor.
Three others were also injured as militants opened fire on a group of firewood collectors on the border of Imphal East and Kangpokpi districts, officials said, adding that three more have gone missing
Dubey, Sharmas alleged live-in partner, has been on the run since the incident.

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