Initial police data indicates a drop in POCSO cases in Bengaluru, but analysis under the new BNS law reveals a sharp 71% increase in rape cases in 2025, highlighting changes in legal definitions.
Fourteen people suffered severe neck injuries from kite strings during Uttarayan in Vadodara. Emergency services recorded 363 cases, a sharp rise from the daily average of 244, with trauma incidents leading the increase.
EMRI 108 services recorded 5,897 emergency cases on Uttarayan day, a 33% spike. Trauma cases soared 171%, with Ahmedabad hospitals reporting string injuries and falls.
Koraput vigilance division registered 41 criminal cases against 82 public servants and private persons in 2025, with significant cash and property seizures.
An Air India flight from Delhi to San Francisco was diverted to Jaipur due to a passenger's medical emergency. The flight safely landed, and the ill traveler received prompt medical care.
Indian cricketer Tilak Varma undergoes emergency surgery for testicular torsion, missing NZ series. Learn about this urgent medical condition, its risks, and the golden window for treatment.
A Vietnam Airlines flight from Frankfurt to Hanoi made an emergency landing at Kolkata airport after a 66-year-old German passenger suffered a brain haemorrhage mid-air. Read the full story.
A one-year-old boy tragically passed away after a severe medical crisis aboard an Air India Express flight, forcing an emergency landing in Indore. Read the full details of the in-flight emergency and response.
Over 3,000 terminated 108 emergency service employees in Assam protest recruitment flaws and patient safety risks as services resume with new staff. Demands include job security and better pay.
Indore's water contamination crisis deepens with 7 deaths and 110 hospitalisations. Officials report 38 new diarrhoea cases. Stay updated on the public health emergency.
Despite staff agitation, Assam's Mrityunjoy 108 ambulance service managed a record 23,631 emergency cases in December. Discover how they maintained operations and improved response times.
Uttar Pradesh accounts for one-third of India's pending Pocso cases. A new study reveals a high disposal rate but low convictions, highlighting systemic challenges.
EMRI 108 service in Ahmedabad received over 3 lakh calls in 2025, averaging 837 daily. Gujarat saw a 5% YoY rise, with Surat leading at 9%. Cardiac and accident emergencies spike. Read the full analysis.
A severe cold wave in Patna has caused a health emergency, with hospitals reporting a sharp rise in brain haemorrhage and heart attack cases. IMD warns of persistent 'cold day' conditions. Read more.
US federal injury data for 2025 details alarming cases of foreign objects lodged in rectums. Doctors warn against DIY removal. Read the full report and learn why early medical help is crucial.
Coimbatore sees a significant drop in serious crimes like murder and assault in 2025, though drug peddling cases rise. Police report higher conviction rates but struggle with burglaries. Read the full analysis.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu mandates weekly hearings for land partition cases and sets a March 31 deadline for corrections. Aiming for transparency, he orders a comprehensive land data compilation.
The Anti-Corruption Bureau in Vijayawada registered 115 cases in 2025, achieving a 46% conviction rate. DG Atul Singh outlines plans for 2026, including AI tools to fight graft. Read more.
Ernakulam Rural Police's special drive on New Year's Eve led to 8 narcotics cases & 116 for drunk driving. 1200 officers ensured peaceful celebrations. Read the full report.
Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha stated the state government could examine land-related cases against RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav if raised in public forums. Read the latest political developments.
Sri Lanka's President extends the state of public emergency, a measure requiring parliamentary ratification within a week. Read the latest developments and implications.
A 70-year-old man fell unconscious on an Air India Express flight from Bengaluru to Lucknow. Despite an emergency landing and swift medical response, he was declared dead on arrival. Read the full details.
A quick-thinking bus driver and conductor in Kochi turned their vehicle into an ambulance to rush a 75-year-old collapsed passenger to hospital. Read their heroic story.
Google's Emergency Location Service (ELS) is now active in India, first in Uttar Pradesh. It pinpoints 112 callers' locations with high accuracy to save crucial response time. Learn how this privacy-focused feature works.
Google activates its Emergency Location Service for Android in India, helping UP Police pinpoint distress callers with greater accuracy. Learn how this free feature works.
Chandigarh's estate office resolves 1,170 long-pending cases in a major drive. Over 500 cases were more than a decade old. Read about the cleanup effort.
Gujarat's 108 emergency service has handled 1.86 crore calls, saving over 18 lakh lives. Key achievements include 60 lakh maternity cases and 22 lakh road accident assists. Read the full report.
Karnataka Home Minister reveals 88 police personnel are facing criminal cases under BNS. 12 FIRs registered for 'Pakistan Zindabad' sloganeering in last 3 years. Get the full details.
Himachal Pradesh High Court flags a 408% surge in pending juvenile justice cases and the state's failure to provide child-friendly court premises as mandated by law. Details inside.
The Supreme Court directs all High Courts to submit details of pending acid attack cases within four weeks. This move aims to expedite justice for survivors and ensure strict enforcement of laws.