How much prize money will J&K get for winning maiden Ranji title?

Jammu and Kashmir won their maiden Ranji Trophy title after drawing the final against Karnataka but securing a huge 291-run first-innings lead. They scored 584 in the first innings and extended their overall lead to 633 runs, with centuries from Qamran Iqbal and Sahil Lotra. As champions, J&K will receive Rs 5 crore in prize money.

Why US-Israel has attacked Iran now - explained in 5 points

The United States and Israel have launched coordinated strikes on Iran. This marks a significant escalation in their long-standing confrontation with Tehran. The offensive has pushed the region closer to a full-scale war. Air and sea attacks were reported near Tehran and across Iran. Retaliatory missile launches rippled through Israel and the Gulf.

22-year-old walks into UP police station with nail hammered into head; father, brother booked

A 22-year-old man, Sunil Singh, walked into a police station with a three-centimetre iron nail in his head, alleging his father and brother assaulted him during a property dispute. He claims this is a repeat incident, with his family asserting he struggles with alcohol addiction and was sent for de-addiction treatment. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating.

Speed, social media and showboating: A teenage menace on wheels

Fatal crashes involving young motorists, including minors, are a disturbing trend across India. Incidents in Goa, Delhi, Pune, and other cities highlight issues of excessive speed, underage drivers, and weak supervision. These tragedies underscore the urgent need for stricter enforcement and parental accountability to prevent future loss of life.

Jammu and Kashmir script history, win maiden Ranji Trophy title

Jammu and Kashmir achieved a historic Ranji Trophy triumph, their first ever, after a draw against Karnataka in the final. Dominating the match, J&K secured the title on first-innings lead, thanks to stellar performances from Shubham Pundir and Auqib Nabi. Centuries from Qamran Iqbal and Sahil Lotra sealed their maiden championship.

Op Lion’s Roar: Netanyahu hails Israel–US strike in Iran; says aim is to block nuclear arms

‘She came to know about my marriage’: Woman mixes intoxicant in milk, cuts man’s genitals in Delhi

A 22-year-old man was allegedly attacked by his female friend in Wazirabad, Delhi, on February 25. He claims she drugged him and then severed his genitals with a sharp weapon while he was asleep. The victim suspects the motive was related to his upcoming marriage.

Class 10 boy assaulted inside school van after board exam in Meerut; other students held at gunpoint

A 15-year-old student was brutally assaulted inside his school van by armed assailants on the Meerut-Hapur highway. The attackers, who held other students at gunpoint, allegedly attempted to kill the boy over a six-month-old dispute. Police have registered an FIR and are searching for the accused.

Indian-origin woman in England loses all four limbs after dog lick

A Birmingham woman’s life was changed forever when a dog’s lick on a small cut led to a life-threatening sepsis infection. The 56-year-old endured multiple cardiac arrests and quadruple limb amputations.

‘Hungry, tired, incapacitated’: Allahabad high court judge hears 30 cases in 1 day

An Allahabad High Court judge reserved a verdict after hearing 30 cases until 7 pm, citing hunger, fatigue, and physical incapacity to dictate the judgment. The judge had a packed schedule with 235 cases listed, but only managed to hear 29 before a Supreme Court-remanded matter extended proceedings significantly.

US, Israel strikes in Tehran: India issues advisory, releases helpline number

India has issued an advisory for its citizens in Israel to exercise utmost caution and remain vigilant following Israeli and US attacks on Iran. Indian nationals are urged to follow safety guidelines, stay near shelters, and avoid non-essential travel. The embassy is monitoring the situation and providing updates.

YouTuber Saleem Wastik stabbed in Ghaziabad, in critical condition

A Ghaziabad businessman, Saleem Wastik, was critically injured after being repeatedly stabbed in his office by two helmet-clad assailants. Wastik, known for questioning religious fundamentalism on social media, was attacked by men who arrived on a bike. Police are reviewing CCTV footage and questioning neighbours to apprehend the suspects.

Son performs CPR in moving loader, father dies after ambulance fails to reach in time

A 65-year-old man died from a suspected heart attack in Chhatarpur district after an ambulance allegedly failed to arrive on time. His son rushed him to the hospital in a loader vehicle, but he succumbed to his condition en route. Doctors declared him dead on arrival at the district hospital.

Afghan Taliban shoots down Pakistani jet in Jalalabad, capture pilot alive

Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan, including capital Kabul on Friday, with Islamabad’s defence minister declaring the neighbours at “open war” following months of tit-for-tat clashes. Pakistan claimed to have killed more than 270 Taliban fighters and injured over 400 others in airstrikes while Afghanistan’s Taliban government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said its forces killed 55 Pakistani soldiers.

Israel attacks Iran: Explosions heard in central Tehran, sirens in Tel Aviv

Israel initiated a "preventative attack" on Iran Saturday, with the defense minister declaring a nationwide emergency. Explosions were reported in Tehran as sirens wailed across Israel, prompting a "proactive alert" for potential missile launches.