Review: 'Courtesans Don't Read Newspapers' Examines Social Rot
Chittajit Mitra reviews a satirical book that holds a mirror to India's hidden truths of hypocrisy and power. Read the full analysis of this sharp social commentary.
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DH Cartoon Mocks 'Emperor Trump' Amid Legal Battles
A sharp Deccan Herald cartoon depicts Donald Trump as a fallen emperor, symbolising his legal and political struggles. Explore the satire's commentary on power and accountability.
Major Bihar Bureaucratic Reshuffle: 92 Officers Transferred
The Bihar government executed a major administrative reshuffle, transferring 21 IAS and 71 IPS officers to strengthen governance and law enforcement. Key postings include new roles in districts, police departments, and the CMO.
Haryana CS Anurag Rastogi suffers cardiac arrest, in ICU
Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi suffered a cardiac arrest and underwent surgery at Fortis Mohali. The 1990-batch IAS officer is now in the ICU. Get the latest updates on his health.
Conan O'Brien, Elon Musk Criticise 'Angry' Anti-Trump Comedians
Conan O'Brien warns rage-driven comedy weakens satire. Elon Musk agrees, saying comedians 'stopped being funny long ago'. Full debate details inside.
Punjab's 14 IAS officers retire in 2026, deepening crisis
Punjab government grapples with a severe administrative crunch as 14 senior IAS officers retire in 2026, with many already without postings. Read about the impact on state governance.
Deccan Herald Cartoon Satirizes Political 'Big Deal'
Deccan Herald's latest editorial cartoon offers a sharp, visual critique of a recent high-profile political agreement. Explore the satire and its implications for governance.
DH Cartoon Mocks BJP's Parliamentary Time Fumble
A Deccan Herald editorial cartoon brilliantly lampoons the BJP's procedural misstep in the Rajya Sabha, sparking debate on parliamentary conduct. Read the sharp political satire.
Kimmel Takes Cognitive Test, Mocks Trump's 'Aced It' Claim
Jimmy Kimmel takes the same cognitive test as Donald Trump on his show, scoring perfectly. He questions why the President treats a basic screening as proof of genius. Read more.
Daily Show's Iraq-Venezuela Satire Clip Goes Viral in 2025
A sharp 2025 Daily Show clip where Jon Stewart compares the Iraq War to the Venezuela conflict goes viral online, reigniting debates on US foreign policy rhetoric. Read more.
DH Cartoon Takes Aim at 'Peace Doctrine' Hypocrisy
A sharp Deccan Herald editorial cartoon critiques the paradoxical 'peace doctrine' of global powers while conflicts rage. Explore the satire and its powerful message on international diplomacy.
Maduro-Diddy Jail Memes Flood Social Media
Social media explodes with satirical memes linking Venezuela's Maduro and Sean 'Diddy' Combs in a shared jail storyline. Explore the viral trend merging geopolitics and celebrity scandal. Dive into the details now!
Deccan Herald Cartoon Mocks 'Fixed It' Public Service Culture
A sharp Deccan Herald editorial cartoon critiques the 'fixed it' mentality in Indian public services. Explore the satire on bureaucratic solutions and public frustration. Read the full analysis here.
DH Toon Satirizes Inflation: Brace Up Indians
Deccan Herald's latest editorial cartoon delivers a sharp, satirical take on rising prices in India, urging citizens to prepare for economic challenges. Explore the powerful visual commentary.
Alex Jones' Satire Video on Owens & Kirk Sparks Row
Podcaster Alex Jones posted a satirical video making shocking claims about Candace Owens and the Kirk family. He later clarified it was a critique of spreading unverified information. Read the full story.
DH Cartoon Satirizes 'Acquired Immunity' Concept
Deccan Herald's latest editorial cartoon offers a sharp, satirical take on the concept of 'acquired immunity' in public life. Explore the artist's perspective and the broader conversation it ignites.
Nick Shirley's Viral Daycare Video Labelled 'Satire'
Irish journalist Caolan Robertson claims Nick Shirley admitted his work was 'satire,' not journalism, casting doubt on the viral Minnesota daycare fraud allegations. Full story inside.
Deccan Herald Cartoon Satirizes the Pursuit of Truth
Explore Deccan Herald's latest editorial cartoon, a powerful visual commentary on the enduring struggle for truth in contemporary discourse. Discover the satire's message.
Nandini Chakravorty is Bengal's First Woman Chief Secretary
IAS officer Nandini Chakravorty becomes West Bengal's first female chief secretary, succeeding Manoj Pant. Learn about her career and the bureaucratic reshuffle in an election year.
Two Odisha IAS Officers Promoted to Apex Grade
Arabinda Kumar Padhee and Sushil Kumar Lohani, senior IAS officers, have been promoted to the apex grade (Level-17) in Odisha. Get the latest updates on key bureaucratic appointments.
Haryana gets new DGP Shatrujeet Kapur, CS race next
Haryana appoints Shatrujeet Singh Kapur as new DGP. The focus now shifts to the appointment of the next Chief Secretary, with senior IAS officers in contention. Key bureaucratic reshuffle underway.
Nandini Chakraborty is West Bengal's First Woman Chief Secretary
Nandini Chakraborty creates history as West Bengal's first female Chief Secretary. Learn about her career and this landmark appointment's significance for the state's governance.
Nandini Chakravorty is West Bengal's First Woman Chief Secy
Nandini Chakravorty creates history by becoming West Bengal's first woman Chief Secretary. Jagdish Prasad Meena appointed as Home Secretary. Read the full story here.
Shrilal Shukla's Raag Darbari: A 50-Year-Old Classic Still Resonates
As Shrilal Shukla's 100th birth anniversary approaches, his Sahitya Akademi-winning novel 'Raag Darbari' continues to expose power structures and village politics with sharp satire, remaining a must-read for understanding contemporary India.
DH's New Year Cartoon Offers Satirical Glimpse into 2024
Deccan Herald's latest editorial cartoon for the New Year blends humor with sharp social commentary. Discover the themes and messages behind this satirical artwork as we step into 2024.
Jug Suraiya's Fable on Power and Permanent Tenancy
Jug Suraiya's December 2025 allegory depicts a temporary resident, Carrot Top, scheming for permanence in a stately mansion. Read this political fable and its implications.
J&K's paperless bureaucracy saves 62,000 tonnes CO2
Jammu & Kashmir's shift to e-office has prevented 62,000+ tonnes of CO2 emissions, saved 405 million paper pages, and set a green governance model for India. Discover the full impact.
Kerala Considers Mentoring for IAS, IFS Officers
Kerala's bureaucracy is formulating a voluntary mentoring system for young IAS and IFS officers, inspired by the IPS model. The aim is to provide guidance during their formative years. Read the full details.
Bihar IAS Officers Protest Against Deputy CM Vijay Sinha
IAS officers in Bihar demand action against Deputy CM Vijay Sinha for alleged threatening remarks. The officers' association seeks intervention from the Chief Minister and Chief Secretary. Read the full story.
Political Cartoon Sparks Debate on Raj Dharma and Governance
A recent political cartoon offers a sharp, satirical perspective on the concept of 'Raj Dharma' in contemporary Indian politics, highlighting the gap between principle and practice. Dive into the analysis.
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