Transgender Woman Wins Municipal Seat in Telangana
Nagilla Sudhakar, alias Kaveri, becomes the first transgender woman elected in Telangana municipal polls, winning as an independent candidate in Chityala.
Category : Politics
Ex-Officio Members Key to Telangana Municipal Control
As Telangana's urban local body results are declared, focus shifts to ex-officio members whose votes could decide mayors and chairpersons in closely-fought municipalities. The indirect elections scheduled for February 16 will see intense political maneuve
Revanth Meets Priyanka, Congress Wins Big in Telangana Municipal Polls
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy met Priyanka Gandhi in Delhi, discussing Congress's victory in municipal elections. The party won 83 municipalities and 5 corporations, with plans for alliances and infrastructure focus.
Chandigarh Court Rejects Bail in Surjeet Bouncer Murder Case
Chandigarh district court rejects bail application of Neeraj Gupta alias Chaska, main accused in 2020 Surjeet Bouncer murder case, citing seriousness of charges and witness safety concerns.
Allahabad HC Slams UP Police Over Non-Execution of Warrants
The Allahabad High Court has strongly criticized Uttar Pradesh police officials for repeated failures to execute non-bailable warrants issued by the court, threatening accountability and departmental action.
Jaipur Enforces E-Rickshaw Zone Policy for City Transport
Jaipur administration enforces e-rickshaw zone segregation, restricting vehicles to seven designated areas to ensure equal distribution and reduce congestion in the city.
Minors Held for Stabbing Teen in Chandigarh's Maloya
Three minors have been taken into custody by Maloya police for allegedly stabbing another minor in Chandigarh. The victim, Arman, was attacked on February 12 and is in critical condition at PGI.
BJP Nears First Mayoral Wins in Telangana Urban Politics
The BJP is on the brink of securing its first municipal corporation mayor posts in Telangana, leading in Karimnagar and competing closely in Nizamabad, marking a significant shift in the state's urban political landscape.
AAP Burns Effigy of Bajwa Over Remarks Against Minister's Father
The Aam Aadmi Party in Jalandhar staged a protest and burned an effigy of Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa for his alleged derogatory remarks against the father of Punjab Minister Harbhajan Singh Eto. The incident highlights rising political tensions in
BNP Welcomes Modi's Congratulations After Bangladesh Election Win
Bangladesh Nationalist Party's media cell expresses gratitude for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's congratulatory message following their landslide victory in the recent general elections.
Pothole Deaths Jump 53% in 5 Years; UP Leads with Half of Fatalities
Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari reveals a 53% increase in pothole-related deaths over five years, with Uttar Pradesh accounting for more than half of the 9,400 fatalities nationwide.
Allahabad HC Seeks Policy for Rape Survivors' Pregnancy Termination
The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to file an affidavit on implementing SOPs for medical termination of pregnancies up to 24 weeks, noting delays in rape survivors accessing care.
BMC's 2026-27 Budget Focuses on Roads, Water, and Lighting in Kolkata
The Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation presents a surplus budget of Rs 67.8 lakh for 2026-27, with major allocations for road development, water supply augmentation, street lighting, and sewerage system modernization in Salt Lake and Rajarhat areas.
Prayagraj GST Collections Jump 8.83% During Magh Mela
Prayagraj records impressive 8.83% GST growth during Magh Mela, surpassing national average. Collections rise from Rs 262.72 crore to Rs 285.91 crore year-on-year.
TN Govt's Retroactive Scheme to Legalize Illegal Quarrying
Tamil Nadu government introduces a one-time regularization scheme for excess and illegal quarrying, effective from 2015, with penalties up to five times seigniorage fee. Activists demand withdrawal and criminal action.
Kolkata's Rs 100 Crore Plan to Combat Winter Air Pollution
Kolkata Municipal Corporation allocates Rs 100 crore for advanced road-sweeping and litter-sucking machines to tackle winter air pollution, targeting congested areas and narrow lanes.
Mira-Bhayander Flyover Phase Opening After Safety Audit
The Mira-Bhayander flyover on Metro Line 9 will undergo a mandatory third-party road safety audit before phased opening. Initially, it will operate with one lane each way beyond Golden Nest Circle due to pending land acquisition.
HC Bar Challenges SC Collegium's Ad-Hoc Judge Appointments
The Allahabad High Court Bar Association has formally objected to the Supreme Court collegium's proposal to appoint five retired judges on an ad-hoc basis, citing concerns over merit and constitutional procedure.
Life Sentence for Man Who Killed 4-Year-Old Boy After Sodomy
A special Pocso court in Berhampur sentenced a 26-year-old man to life imprisonment for sodomising and murdering his four-year-old distant relative in Ganjam district in 2023.
Gurgaon Sewer Repair: MCG Fixes Most Critical Spots
MCG announces progress on Gurgaon's 40 worst sewer trouble spots, with 12 fully completed and 28 ongoing. Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya aims to finish all projects by April or May.
KTR: Municipal Polls Show Public Discontent with Congress
BRS working president KT Rama Rao claims municipal election results reflect growing public dissatisfaction with Congress government and renewed confidence in BRS as principal opposition force.
Editorial Cartoon: 'Let India Awake' Satire
A Deccan Herald editorial cartoon titled 'Let India Awake' offers a satirical perspective on contemporary political and social issues in India, using visual metaphors to provoke thought and discussion.
Deccan Herald Opinion: Governance and Policy Talks from Feb 14, 2026
A summary of the key opinion pieces from Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' section on February 14, 2026, focusing on governance, public policy, and national issues.
Centre Rejects Rameswaram Terminal Proposal Due to Fiscal Limits
The Union government has informed Tamil Nadu that it cannot approve the Rameswaram passenger terminal project under Sagarmala due to current fiscal constraints, halting plans to resume ferry services to Sri Lanka.
Kolkata's Rs 111 Crore Deficit Budget Focuses on Infrastructure
Kolkata Municipal Corporation presents a Rs 111 crore deficit budget with Rs 6,000 crore expenditure, emphasizing road repairs, waste management, and water supply upgrades ahead of assembly polls.
BRS Wins 27% of Urban Wards in Telangana Municipal Elections
The BRS party secured around 717 of 2,582 municipal wards in Telangana's urban local bodies, winning 13 municipalities outright and emerging as the single largest party in 10-15 others.
Congress Sweeps Telangana Urban Polls, BJP Gains in Corporations
Congress secured a landslide victory in Telangana's urban local body elections, winning 83 of 116 municipalities. BJP emerged as single largest party in Karimnagar and Nizamabad corporations, while BRS faced major setbacks.
Amit Shah in Trichy for BJP Events in Tamil Nadu
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived at Trichy International Airport late Friday night for BJP events in Karaikal, marking his second visit to Tamil Nadu in a month amid election preparations.
Gurgaon Man Held for Raping Teen, Filming, and Extortion
A 20-year-old college student in Gurgaon was arrested for allegedly raping his 16-year-old neighbor, filming the assault, and attempting to extort money by threatening to share the video. The incident occurred a year ago, with police filing charges under
Modi Congratulates BNP's Rahman on Bangladesh Election Win
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated BNP chief Tarique Rahman on his party's decisive victory in Bangladesh's parliamentary elections, pledging to strengthen bilateral ties while navigating security concerns.
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