India News Live: Low-pressure area over Bay of Bengal intensifies, set to become cyclone ‘Montha’ by October 27

Australian women cricketers molested in Indore, accused arrested; political outrage erupts

Two Australian women cricketers were inappropriately touched by a man on a motorcycle in Indore while heading to a cafe, prompting swift police action and the arrest of the accused, identified as Aqeel. The incident has sparked political uproar, with opposition leaders criticizing Madhya Pradesh’s law and order and calling for stronger deterrence. Security measures for players have been tightened ahead of Australia’s semifinal clash against South Africa at Holkar Stadium.

Over 40 passengers escape as bus catches fire on Ranchi-Lohardaga highway

A moving bus caught fire near Mandar Bazar, Ranchi, on Saturday evening, but all 45 passengers were safely evacuated; suspected short circuit may have triggered the blaze.

Maharashtra man kills twin daughters, confesses at police station

A man in Washim district, Maharashtra, slit the throats of his two-year-old twin daughters after a quarrel with his wife and later confessed at a police station, police said. The bodies, partially burnt, were recovered from a forested area in Buldhana district’s Ancharwadi, raising suspicion of an attempt to destroy evidence. Forensic examination and post-mortem are underway to determine the exact cause of death, officials including DySP Manisha Kadam.

PM Modi mourns Satish Shah’s death, calls him a ‘true legend of Indian entertainment’

Private electric bus overturns on Telangana’s outer Ring Road, seven injured

A private bus traveling from Miyapur to Guntur overturned under Abdullahpurmet police limits, injuring seven passengers, police said.

Post-Bihar polls, print media ad rates set to rise 27%, says I&B Ministry

Veteran Bollywood and TV actor Satish Shah passes away at 74

Satish Shah, renowned for his roles in Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro and Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, died in Mumbai at the age of 74, his family confirmed.

Delhi News Live: Aviation minister inaugurates newly refurbished Terminal 2 of IGI airport

Union Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu inaugurates newly refurbished Terminal 2 of IGI airport.

Delhi News Live: State BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva cleans Bhairav Ghat before Chhath Puja

Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva cleaned the Bhairav Ghat at Yamuna Bank before Chhath Puja.

He says, "For us, this is a festival of public faith. The Arvind Kejriwal government in Delhi had deceived and conspired against the people of Purvanchal. AAP had not allowed worship on the banks of the Yamuna for so many years. Now, the Chief Minister of Delhi is BJP's Rekha Gupta, so this restriction has now been lifted... The government of Delhi is ensuring that the brothers and sisters from Purvanchal face no inconvenience..."

Delhi News Live: Encounter breaks out between police, criminal Koku Pahadia in Mehrauli

A brief exchange of fire took place between Delhi Police and wanted criminal Koku Pahadia in the Mehrauli area, injuring the accused. During the encounter, two police personnel were hit on their bulletproof jackets, while one constable sustained an injury on his arm.

The accused opened fire on the team in an attempt to escape, prompting the police to retaliate. Pahadia was overpowered after being shot and was immediately taken to the hospital for treatment. His condition is stated to be stable. He was wanted in multiple cases, including Arms supply. Further investigation is underway: Delhi Police

Delhi News Live: AQI around Anand Vihar remains 'severe' at 412

The Air Quality Index (AQI) around Anand Vihar area recorded at 412, in the 'Severe' category, in Delhi this morning as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Bihar News Live: Four-day Chhath Puja begins

The four-day Chhath Puja began on Saturday. Devotees performed the rituals of 'Nahay Khay' on the first day today.

News Live: Nepal continues to remain in FATF's greylist

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) kept Nepal and 17 other countries on its 'greylist' and reviewed their progress in addressing strategic deficiencies in combating money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing.