BNP's Tarique Rahman returns after 17-year exile
BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman returns to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile, delivering a unifying speech and positioning himself as PM candidate ahead of February elections.
Category : Politics
Ujjain: Rs 1.85 Crore Partnership Scam, Two Booked
Two men defrauded a Ujjain woman of Rs 1.85 crore by promising a stake in a machine repair firm. Police have registered a case. Read the full details of the investment fraud.
Indore man arrested for cannabis trafficking, Rs 60k seized
Indore Crime Branch arrested a daily wage labourer with 2.30 kg of cannabis. The narcotics, valued at Rs 60,000, were seized during a surveillance drive. Read more on the police crackdown.
Indore woman murdered, husband suspected, police search on
A 45-year-old woman was found murdered in her Indore home. Police confirm husband as prime suspect after autopsy reveals head injuries. Search operation launched.
Illegal Thursday Market Cripples Jaipur's Mahesh Nagar
Residents of Jaipur's Mahesh Nagar face severe traffic chaos and blocked emergency access due to an illegal weekly market. Read their urgent plea to the municipal corporation.
Missing Chandigarh Children Found at Lucknow Railway Station
Two children missing from Chandigarh's Raipur Khurd village were traced to Lucknow railway station by GRP. Reunited with families after police search. Read the full story.
Gurgaon: Two held for vandalism over loan recovery dispute
Two men arrested in Gurgaon for vandalising a house and catering office over a disputed loan recovery. The complainant had borrowed Rs 10 lakh. Read the full details of the incident.
Indore jewellery theft solved, Rs 16 lakh recovered
Indore police crack Silicon City jewellery shop burglary, arresting a graphics designer and a NEET aspirant. Stolen ornaments worth Rs 16 lakh recovered. Details inside.
Tenant kills landlord in Pithampur, arrested
A 33-year-old tenant in Pithampur, Dhar district, allegedly killed his 23-year-old landlord during a late-night dispute and threw him from the second floor. Read the full details of the shocking crime.
Fire at Khandwa Church Father House, No Injuries Reported
A fire broke out at Father House in Khandwa's Saint Mary's Church. Quick action by police and locals prevented injuries. Initial probe points to a short circuit. Read the full report.
Dhankhar in Jaipur, Reminisces About Vajpayee-Led Europe Tour
Former Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar visited Jaipur, recalling a 1990 parliamentary tour of Europe with Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He met family, sparking political speculation. Read the full story.
Indore: MIT Ujjain student found dead in Saikripa Colony
Jagruti Karma, a 22-year-old student from Rewa, was found dead in Indore's Saikripa Colony. Police are investigating the circumstances and questioning her friend Harsh Mishra. Read for details.
TMC's Derek O'Brien questions PM Modi's Christmas message
Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien questions PM Modi's Christmas message of peace, citing attacks on Christian communities. Read about the political clash and church leaders' appeal.
DH Cartoon Satirizes Good Governance Day on Christmas
A Deccan Herald editorial cartoon offers a sharp, visual critique of Good Governance Day coinciding with Christmas, highlighting political messaging and public sentiment. Read the full analysis.
Deccan Herald Speak Out: December 26, 2025 Opinions
Explore key opinions from Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' on December 26, 2025, covering governance, public policy, and India's pressing issues. Read the insights now.
Rajasthan Proposal: Class 10 Must for Sarpanch, Sparks Debate
A Rajasthan minister's proposal to reintroduce minimum educational qualifications for local body representatives has triggered a major debate. Could 20-30% of candidates be disqualified? Read the full story.
Three Undertrials Escape Khachrod Sub-Jail in Ujjain
Three undertrial prisoners, facing serious charges like rape and murder, escaped from Khachrod sub-jail in Ujjain using a folding ladder. Police launch massive manhunt. Read the full story.
Barwani: Minor's baby abandoned, man arrested for exploitation
A 17-year-old girl in Barwani, exploited by a 27-year-old man, abandoned her newborn in a field. Police traced the mother and arrested the accused from Maharashtra. Read the full investigation details.
Bangladesh Hindus Seek Refuge in India Amid Rising Fear
Following brutal lynchings of Dipu Chandra Das and Amrit Mondal, Hindus in Bangladesh send an SOS to India to open borders. Fears escalate with Tarique Rahman's return.
Punjab Speaker to SGPC: Stop Politics on Missing 328 Holy Saroops
Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan urges SGPC to cooperate with govt on 328 missing Guru Granth Sahib saroops case, not play politics. Get the full story.
Major IAS Reshuffle in Telangana, GHMC Expanded
Telangana government transfers 27 IAS officers in a major reshuffle, appoints new zonal commissioners for the expanded GHMC. Key postings include Jayesh Ranjan and new collectors. Read the full list of appointments.
Editorial Cartoon Marks Good Governance Day in India
A powerful editorial cartoon by Deccan Herald on Good Governance Day highlights the core principles of transparency and public service. See the visual commentary that's got everyone talking.
Encroachment on Waqf, Temple Land Flagged in Himachal
Congress leader Harish Janartha raises alarm over illegal encroachment on properties belonging to the Waqf Board and a temple in Shimla. Calls for immediate government action to reclaim the land.
Balloon Seller Dies in Mysuru Palace Cylinder Blast
A tragic explosion of a helium cylinder near Mysuru Palace's main gate leaves one dead and four injured, including tourists. Police rule out foul play. Read the full details.
Top Maoist Ganesh Uike Killed in Odisha Security Op
Senior Maoist commander Ganesh Uike, carrying a Rs 1.1 crore bounty, was killed in a Kandhamal operation. A key suspect in the 2013 Jhiram Ghati attack, his death is a major blow to the banned outfit in Odisha. Read the full details.
Illegal Gurgaon restaurant on govt land razed, owner a habitual criminal
Gurgaon police demolished an illegal restaurant built on PWD land by a habitual offender. The accused, Rajat alias Rikki, has over 10 criminal cases. Read about the crackdown on crime-linked properties.
Chandigarh: Lock repairmen steal jewellery, cash in two sectors
Two separate incidents in Chandigarh's Sectors 7 and 37 see thieves posing as key makers steal gold, diamond jewellery, and over ₹2 lakh cash. Police have registered cases but no arrests yet. Read for details.
Interstate Gang Cheats Jeweller with Fake Gold Pellets
Khargone police arrest two from an interstate gang for cheating a jeweller of Rs 20 lakh using fake gold pellets. Full recovery made. Read the full investigation details.
Jaipur E-Rickshaw Drivers Protest Walled City Traffic Ban
Hundreds of e-rickshaw drivers protested in Jaipur's Brahmpuri against a daytime ban in the Walled City, citing financial distress and unfair fines. Read about their demands and planned large-scale action.
School teacher shot dead on AMU campus, killers at large
A 43-year-old teacher was shot dead on Aligarh Muslim University campus. Police have formed six teams to hunt the killers who fled after a chilling verbal exchange. Read the latest updates.
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