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A non-local man was found dead in the Waduna area of Zainapora, Shopian district, on Friday, with authorities confirming the incident as a terrorist attack. The victim’s bullet-riddled body was discovered by officials, who have since initiated an investigation to identify him and the circumstances surrounding his death.

A significant fire erupted at ESI Hospital in the Sealdah area of Kolkata around 6 AM on Friday morning, prompting an immediate response from the local fire department. At least 10 fire engines were dispatched to the scene to combat the blaze.

In a significant incident on Thursday, at least eight coaches of the Agartala-Lokmanya Tilak Terminus Express derailed at Dibalong station in Assam. The derailment occurred around 4 PM in the Lumding-Bardarpur Hill section of the Lumding division.

In a significant move aimed at modernizing the representation of justice, the Supreme Court of India has unveiled a new Lady Justice statue that discards the traditional blindfold. This striking change is designed to convey the message that "the law is not blind," symbolizing a more transparent and constitutionally driven approach to justice in the country.

In a shocking incident, the Ghaziabad police arrested a domestic help identified as Reena for allegedly mixing urine into flour dough while preparing food for her employers in the upscale locality of Crossings Republik. The arrest took place on October 15, following a complaint lodged by her employers the previous day.

In a remarkable tribute to India’s economic transformation, a handwritten letter penned by the late industrialist Ratan Tata in 1996 has surfaced, showcasing his deep respect for former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao’s pivotal role in reforming the nation’s economy. The letter, shared by RPG Group Chairman Harsh Goenka on social media, highlights Tata's admiration for Rao's visionary leadership that helped shape India's economic future.

A devastating fire broke out early Wednesday morning in a 14-storey residential building at Lokhandwala Complex in Andheri, Mumbai, claiming three lives. The blaze erupted around 8 am on the 10th floor of the Riya Palace building, located on 4th Cross Road, as confirmed by civic authorities.

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) sparked social media frenzy on Tuesday after expressing his admiration for the appearance of notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, hinting at a potential biopic. The director claimed that no film star is as “good looking” as Bishnoi, leading to a wave of reactions online.

A road rage incident in Malad turned deadly on Saturday when 28-year-old Akash Maeen, a worker for the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), was brutally beaten to death in front of his parents. The tragic event unfolded near Pushpa Park after an auto-rickshaw driver collided with Maeen’s car while attempting to overtake.

Tensions ran high in Bahraich following the violent death of 22-year-old Ram Gopal Mishra during a Durga idol immersion procession. The situation spiraled into chaos as protests erupted, resulting in shops being set ablaze and internet services suspended in the district.

Omar Abdullah, the leader of the National Conference (NC), is scheduled to take the oath of office as the new Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir on October 16. The announcement follows an invitation from Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, which Abdullah shared on social media platform X.

Delhi is grappling with rising pollution levels, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) of the national capital recorded a concerning figure of 234, marking two consecutive days of poor air quality. This spike in pollution comes in the wake of Dussehra celebrations, which often contribute to a temporary rise in air contaminants.

The shocking details behind the assassination of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique have emerged, revealing a meticulously planned plot orchestrated over 100 kilometers away in Pune. On October 12, Siddique was shot dead outside his son's office in Mumbai by three shooters identified as Gurmel Baljit Singh, Dharmaraj Kashyap, and Shivkumar Gautam, all hailing from Uttar Pradesh.

Three international flights from Mumbai faced significant disruptions on October 14 due to fake security threats, prompting urgent action from aviation authorities. The incidents involved two flights operated by IndiGo and one by Air India, affecting a total of 258 passengers.