Bengaluru PG Crackdown: 2 Sealed, Rs 58K Fines
GBA inspected 321 paying guest facilities in Bengaluru, sealing two for hygiene violations and imposing fines after a tragic cylinder blast. Details on the safety drive inside.
Category : Politics
Panchkula DC Launches Drive to Eliminate Child Labour
Panchkula DC Satpal Sharma directs officials for surprise checks at hotspots to eradicate child labour. A combined strategy of enforcement and public awareness is key. Read more.
Man Found Dead in Car at Chandigarh Motor Market
Sant Lal, 35, was discovered dead in a car at Manimajra motor market. Police have sent the body for autopsy and started inquest proceedings. Read for details.
HC suspends Prabhas' 'Raja Saab' ticket price hike order
Telangana High Court suspends govt memo hiking Prabhas' 'Raja Saab' ticket rates, calling it a blatant contempt of court. Read the full details of the legal clash.
Mohali's Rs 7 Crore Pipeline to Solve Waterlogging
Mohali Municipal Corporation greenlights a Rs 7 crore storm water drainage project from Mataur Chowk to N Choe, promising a permanent fix for chronic monsoon flooding in Phase 3B2, Phase VII, and adjoining areas. Read more.
India to Back Rules-Based Global Order Amid Geopolitical Shifts
India will support a rules-based global system while forging strategic partnerships for national interest, says PM's principal secretary. He highlights reforms and 'Atmanirbharta' as key to resilient growth. Read more.
Congress Panel Cites Political Jealousy in Ballari Violence
A Congress committee report holds 'political jealousy' and police failure responsible for the Ballari violence. The findings were submitted to KPCC chief D K Shivakumar.
Chandigarh Market Shut After Vendor Assaults Traders
Traders in Chandigarh's Sector 19 market shut shops in protest after a violent assault by a vendor. Police have registered a case as tensions rise over business disputes.
New SOPs for Religious Sites in Protected Forest & Wildlife Areas
The Indian government has established detailed Standard Operating Procedures for approving religious sites within protected forest and wildlife zones. Learn about the new rules and their implications.
SC Suggests 'Romeo-Juliet' Exception for POCSO Act
The Supreme Court proposes a 'Romeo-Juliet' clause in the POCSO Act to prevent criminalising consensual teen relationships. Read about the legal debate and its implications.
Congress Alleges Favouritism in Gujarat Tableaux Contracts
Congress accuses Gujarat government of favouritism in awarding Republic Day tableaux contracts to a BJP-linked firm. Demands probe into alleged irregularities and misuse of public funds.
SC Seeks Delhi Response on Stray Dog Attacks, Child Safety
Supreme Court asks Delhi authorities for action plan on stray dogs after videos show children being bitten. Lawyer flags 'attack on dogs', court balances safety concerns.
Bengaluru: BDA razes 36 structures in Thanisandra
BDA's early-morning demolition drive in Thanisandra's Gupta Layout leaves over 40 families homeless. Residents allege the action is to facilitate access to VIP land. Read the full story.
Ajit Pawar Vows Action on Social Unrest, Plans for Amravati
NCP chief Ajit Pawar cautions against forces creating social tension for political gain. He outlines a development vision for Amravati, promising funds if NCP wins civic polls. Read more.
Two Road Rage Incidents Shock Kolkata's Karaya Area
Two separate road rage incidents reported in Kolkata's Karaya within 48 hours. One involved a knife attack over parking, another a driver threatened with a firearm. Details inside.
Chandigarh MC Reviews Bulk Waste Management & Fire Safety
Chandigarh Municipal Commissioner Amit Kumar chaired a key meeting to enforce strict bulk waste management and fire safety norms. Non-compliance will lead to strict action. Read more.
Mohali gets Rs 6 crore for road upgrade under central scheme
Mohali Municipal Corporation approves a major Rs 6 crore road infrastructure project under the Govt of India's Special Assistance Scheme. Works to be completed by March 2026. Read more.
Mohali Councillors Accuse MC of Bias in Encroachment Drive
Mohali councillors allege selective action in MC's encroachment removal drive, demanding action against VVIPs & officers first. Heated debate highlights public resentment.
Nagpur Voter Awareness Bike Rally on Jan 11
Nagpur Municipal Corporation organizes a bike rally on January 11 to boost voter turnout for the January 15 civic elections. The rally will cover key city junctions.
4 Sabarimala Devotees Killed in Tumakuru Highway Crash
Four Ayyappa devotees, including a 7-year-old girl, died after their vehicle hit a parked truck on Bengaluru-Pune highway. Seven others were injured in the early morning tragedy.
Karnataka Notifies Reservations for 369 GBA Wards
Karnataka government announces reservation details for 369 GBA wards, mandating 50% seats for women across categories. Move comes ahead of crucial Supreme Court hearing. Read the full breakdown.
Nagpur Metro to Run Own Buses for Last-Mile Connectivity
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a key amendment to allow MahaMetro to operate its own buses, promising last-mile connectivity within four months. Plans for six-coach trains and action on stray dogs also revealed.
Wadettiwar Accuses Mahayuti of Undermining Democracy in Civic Polls
Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar attacks ruling Mahayuti alliance for money power, communal politics, and failing governance in Chandrapur. Read his full critique on democratic norms.
Court Orders Charges Against Lalu in Land-for-Jobs Scam
A Delhi court has ordered framing of charges against RJD chief Lalu Prasad and 40 others in the alleged land-for-jobs scam, citing a criminal conspiracy. Read the full details of the case.
DH Cartoon Satirizes India's Foreign Policy Tightrope
A new Deccan Herald editorial cartoon offers a sharp, visual critique of India's complex foreign policy challenges, balancing relations with global powers. Explore the nuanced commentary.
Ballari clash: 25 get bail, one gunman denied
A special court in Bengaluru granted bail to 25 men in the Jan 1 Ballari clash case but denied it to a gunman facing murder charges. One Congress worker was killed. Read the full details.
Ambernath Council: NCP Backs Sena, BJP Setback
In a major twist, four NCP councillors in Ambernath withdrew support from BJP and backed Shiv Sena, altering the council's power balance. Read the full political drama.
Karnataka Governor Returns SC Internal Reservation Bill
Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot returns Karnataka's internal reservation bill, seeking clarification. The move stalls Congress's social justice push and follows petitions calling the quotas 'unscientific'.
Tigress Rescued in Chamarajanagar, Cubs Search Continues
A tigress that caused panic in Chamarajanagar has been captured by forest officials. The search intensifies for her four missing cubs. Read the full story of the rescue operation.
Odisha Cuts Hotel Investment Threshold to 10 Rooms in New Policy
Odisha cabinet approves amended tourism policy, slashing minimum investment for hotels to 10 rooms and hiking capital subsidy to Rs 100 crore to boost sector growth. Read more.
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