Stories from India

Delhi Police have arrested two men from Goa in connection with an online cash transfer racket. The investigation revealed a financial trail amounting to Rs 40 lakh.

The Rajasthan High Court has issued a contempt notice regarding delays in Panchayat and local body elections. A response to the notice is required within four weeks. The notice was issued in Jaipur.

Member of Parliament Kanimozhi has provided clarification on the eligibility criteria for the ₹8,000 Homemaker Coupon. The explanation aims to inform the public about who can receive this financial assistance.

Local body elections in Gujarat, India, have been scheduled with voting to take place on April 26, 2026. The results will be published in readable formats to ensure integrity.

The Bharatiya Janata Party's Central Election Committee held a meeting to discuss candidate selection rules for the Gujarat election. This comes as the Indonesian government awaits a draft election law from the DPR. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held an election meeting in Gujarat. The meeting focused on upcoming elections.

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has launched a cybersecurity program aimed at industry experts. The program is a collaboration with Tata Motors to enhance cybersecurity skills within the industry. The program aims to train industry experts in cybersecurity, with potential penalties of up to 100 million Indian Rupees for non-compliance. Cybersecurity spending is predicted to remain strong in 2026, unaffected by economic downturns. This collaboration integrates cybersecurity expertise with the football club. This initiative aims to train industry experts in cybersecurity, aligning with the government's focus on the sector as Pakistan moves towards a digital economy. The program will equip professionals with advanced cybersecurity skills.

The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) has demanded a ban on pre-poll surveys for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections. This request aims to prevent potential violations of the election code. A case has also been filed against TVK leader Vijay for alleged election code violations.

The central government is accused of blocking the WhatsApp account of a major opposition party in Himachal Pradesh, causing a political uproar.

The Samajwadi Party (SP) and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) have launched an attack on the Uttar Pradesh government. Their criticism centers on the ongoing power crisis in the state.

India is experiencing an extreme heatwave, leading to a increase in temperatures. As a consequence of the heat, dead fish have been found washing up on the shores in New Delhi. India is experiencing a severe heatwave with temperatures exceeding 45°C in many cities.