Abishek Porel, 23, Bengal and Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper-batter, arrested in connection with a rape case filed by a medical student alleging physical relationship under promise of marriage, criminal intimidation, and recording intimate moments.
Health officials in Bengaluru and Mumbai raided numerous luxury hotels and food establishments, seizing tons of expired, rotten, and unhygienic food products, highlighting widespread food safety and kitchen hygiene lapses.
The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to provide details on electoral roll appeals in West Bengal following a plea by Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury.
West Bengal's 7th Pay Commission seeks pay parity with central government employees, increased annual increments (from 3% to at least 5%), restored commuted pension after 11 years, and enhanced healthcare benefits with cashless treatment, effective from January 1, 2026.
Sai Sudharsan has been ruled out of India's two-Test series against Sri Lanka due to a toe injury, joining other injured players like Jasprit Bumrah, Washington Sundar, and Harshit Rana.
Former India fast bowler Karsan Ghavri has urged selectors to recall Mohammed Shami and Bhuvneshwar Kumar following Jasprit Bumrah's knee injury ruling him out of the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka.
Former Gujarat captain Priyank Panchal questioned the appointment of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as East Zone vice-captain for the Duleep Trophy, citing potential pressure, while selectors defended the long-term developmental move.
Bengaluru startup Aule Space is developing 'jetpack' satellites designed to dock with ageing spacecraft, take over propulsion duties, and extend their operational lives by up to five years using AI-powered computer vision.
West Bengal government accelerates land acquisition for the Chalsa-Naxalbari railway line, a strategic project enhancing connectivity near the India-China-Bhutan tri-junction, expected to boost tourism and regional access post-monsoon survey.
Padma Shri awardee, former Governor, and renowned educationist D Y Patil has passed away at the age of 91 in Kolhapur following a prolonged illness. He is survived by his children.
Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra cancelled his scheduled shows in Whitefield, Bengaluru, after Hindutva activists petitioned police, citing threats to law and order and religious harmony due to alleged disrespect to Hindu deities. The shows were rescheduled to Koramangala.
Kunal Kamra cancelled his Bengaluru shows in Whitefield after Hindutva activists petitioned police, citing threats to harmony and religious disrespect. Kamra informed police of his decision. His shows were rescheduled to a Koramangala venue, with BookMyShow handling refunds and new bookings.
Ecommerce major Flipkart is reportedly planning to launch its food delivery services in Bengaluru by mid-August, proposing a commission structure of up to 11%, which is significantly lower than the rates charged by existing players like Swiggy and Zomato.
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay postponed his Bengaluru visit for Cauvery water talks with Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar, following Shivakumar's request due to protests in Karnataka over a water release directive. Vijay accepted to maintain cordial inter-state relations.
West Bengal Police STF arrested Arpita Sarkar, girlfriend of suspected terrorist Hamim Mondal, from Jharkhand. She is probed for planning disturbances at Jantar Mantar and involvement in a honey-trap network targeting influential people, with alleged links to Pakistan-based handlers.
Bengal's STF arrested Arpita Sarkar, a 22-year-old influencer, for allegedly aiding her boyfriend, suspected Jaish operative Mohammad Hamim Mondal, in a Pakistan-linked terror module. She reportedly helped him honey-trap influential figures and took instructions from Pakistani handlers.
West Bengal Police STF arrested Arpita Sarkar, girlfriend of suspected terrorist Hamim Mondal, from Jharkhand. They are investigating their alleged plot to create disturbance at Jantar Mantar and Hamim's links to Pakistan-based handlers for intelligence gathering and recruitment.
Bei der 19. Etappe der Tour de France auf dem Weg nach Alpe d’Huez kämpfen drei Ausreißer um den Sieg, während Tadej Pogačar keine Gnade zeigt. Das Rennen wird als harte Auseinandersetzung beschrieben.
The Durand Cup Trophy Tour concluded in Kolkata, with organizers, the Indian Armed Forces, expressing enthusiasm for introducing a women's competition in future editions. The 135th men's tournament will feature 24 teams across five venues, including new host Ranchi, with the opening derby between Mohun Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal FC.
The Bengaluru Cooperative Milk Union (BAMUL) has increased retail prices for Nandini ghee and butter, effective from Friday. Ghee prices saw a modest hike, while butter prices increased by about eight percent across various pack sizes.
Three semiconductor veterans, Sujoy Chakravarty, Ravi Mehta, and Biman Chattopadhyay, founded Quanfluence in Bengaluru, India, to build one of the country's first commercial quantum computers after selling their previous company. They focused on photonic quantum computing, attracting experts and commercializing cloud access for enterprise customers.
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Kunal Ghosh was suspended from the West Bengal Assembly for the remainder of Wednesday after disrupting a budget debate. Ghosh interrupted rebel TMC Chief Whip Akhruzzaman and refused to return to his seat, leading to marshals forcibly removing him amid protests and an escalating internal power struggle within the party.
Milhares de manifestantes, liderados pelo movimento satírico CJP e apoiados pela oposição, protestam em Déli contra o governo Modi, exigindo reformas educacionais e a renúncia do ministro Dharmendra Pradhan após um exame cancelado e repressão policial.
England's Jacob Bethell shared his "unforgettable" experience opening the batting with Virat Kohli for Royal Challengers Bengaluru at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, describing intense nerves and an electric atmosphere. He also revealed Kohli's relaxed off-field demeanor, contrasting his competitive on-field persona.
