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Mukesh Chandrakar, a prominent Bastar journalist, was murdered and his body was found in a septic tank in Bijapur district. Known for his reports on local issues, Mukesh had recently exposed a road construction scam. His murder is suspected to be linked to this report. Authorities are investigating a local contractor in connection to the crime.

Photos of the Kangpokpi SP with injuries on forehead went viral on social media; the unrest stems from the resistance to Central forces taking possession of ‘community bunkers’ in Manipur’s Saibol

A three-month-old baby, Khushi Damor, was killed by a falling wheel from a truck at a construction site in Nadiad, highlighting the need for mandatory creche facilities. Her parents, laborers for nearly a decade, tried in vain to save her. Lack of safety measures and employer negligence are under scrutiny.

Shein is re-entering India via a partnership with Reliance Retail after a four-and-a-half-year ban. Shein aims to compete with Indian fast-fashion brands while ensuring data security through a locally developed e-commerce platform.

Advocate Kanav Sharma, president of Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha's Jammu wing, was injured after being shot by electricity department employee Harvinder Singh during a parking dispute in Roop Nagar. Sharma was hospitalized and is in stable condition. Police are investigating the incident to determine the motive behind the attack.

Isro is preparing to launch Mission ShakthiSAT in Sept 2026, featuring 12,000 talented girls from 108 countries. The mission aims to encourage young female participation in space exploration. Selected participants will gather in Chennai to build payloads for scientific experiments. This initiative highlights the potential of untapped talent among young girls worldwide.

Elon Musk emphasizes that Mars is crucial for human survival, envisioning it as a backup plan against Earth's fragility. His SpaceX's Starship aims for affordable interplanetary travel, with plans for uncrewed missions over the next two years. Musk predicts the first crewed mission to Mars could launch in the early 2030s.

Special public prosecutor argues that the charges of poisoning, murder, and misleading the investigation have been proven against the prime accused

An old chair placed on a 4ft sinkhole at Koramangala's 5th Main, 17th Cross Road, prompted BBMP officials to fix it immediately. The sinkhole, near a hospital, posed a danger as it reappeared frequently and was difficult to spot, especially during rain. Residents claim that only temporary fixes have been applied so far.

The dedication of 83-year-old Surya Narayana has kept a 50-meter stretch in HSR Layout Sector 2 clean for 24 years. Every morning, he spends hours maintaining the area, including sweeping and cleaning the drain, showcasing his commitment to cleanliness and community service.

An SP and others were injured in Manipur's Kangpokpi amid a mob's violent protest over central forces in Saibol village. The unrest follows a baton charge incident on December 31. CM N Biren Singh called for peace and dialogue between the warring communities after 20 months of violence.

Two-day fest to feature water adventure activities, food and kite festival, drone show, and cultural activities on Beypore marina, Chaliyam beach