CPM's G Ramakrishnan alleges BJP government fears Gandhi's ideals, linking removal of his name from MGNREGA to ideological opposition. Coimbatore event highlights communal resistance through art.
A special court in Thiruvananthapuram has sentenced a 56-year-old man to 43 years of rigorous imprisonment and fined him Rs 40,000 for sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl in 2021.
TVK chief coordinator KA Sengottaiyan criticizes AIADMK's Edappadi Palaniswami for commenting on actor Vijay, questioning his electoral defeats and dismissing AIADMK's relevance in upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly polls.
A devastating fire at two warehouses in Kolkata's Nazirabad has claimed at least 25 lives, with families searching for missing relatives. Investigations reveal safety lapses and political fallout amid ongoing recovery efforts.
Congress Muslim leaders express concern over party's measured silence on Muslim issues, fearing ceding space to AIMIM. Rahul Gandhi's avoidance of 'Muslim' in speeches highlighted.
A visual journey through January 31, 2026, featuring sunset at U.S. Capitol amid shutdown talks, electoral roll verification queues in Siliguri, and Arctic reflections in Greenland.
The chairman of CJ Roy Confident Group, along with his wife and son, were discovered at the Bowring Hospital mortuary in Bengaluru. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.
The US embassy in Bangladesh has issued a security alert for its citizens, warning of potential political violence and extremist attacks during the upcoming parliamentary elections on February 12.
North Central Railway achieves 100% installation of fire and smoke detection systems in all 730 AC coaches, setting a national safety record and enhancing passenger protection.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin accuses political rivals of recycling old accusations about dynastic politics, corruption, and being anti-Hindu, while questioning BJP on welfare issues.
BJP's Nagpur mayoral election remains uncertain as party leadership withholds candidate names despite core committee meeting. Final decision expected within days amid intense lobbying and regional pressure.
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a petition by former SP MLA Irfan Solanki challenging a charge sheet and summoning order in a Gangsters Act case related to a 2022 hut fire incident.
BJP leader H Raja was admitted to a private hospital in Chennai after collapsing during a media event. Former Telangana governor Tamilisai Soundararajan provided first aid. Doctors report his condition is stable.
A Gurgaon man allegedly strangled his wife to death in their Khandsa rented house, waited 12 hours, then called her brother claiming assault before fleeing. Police registered murder FIR.
Pune Municipal Corporation to reinstall 200 speed breakers removed for Grand Tour cycling event, with plans for raised pedestrian crossings. Opposition demands urgency near schools.
The Right to Information (RTI) Act is under scrutiny with calls for re-examination to address challenges in implementation and ensure transparency in governance.
The January 31, 2026 edition of DH Speak Out features diverse public opinions on current affairs, governance, and societal issues, reflecting citizen perspectives in India.
Upendra Kushwaha reshuffles Rashtriya Lok Morcha's Bihar leadership amid party unrest triggered by his son's cabinet entry, with three MLAs skipping events fueling split speculation.
Shamsher Singh and Preetpal Kaur, parents of gangster Goldy Brar, were sent to judicial custody in Bathinda after police didn't seek further remand in an extortion case. An audio clip allegedly from Brar threatens retaliation.
The January installment of Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin scheme faces delay until mid-February due to beneficiary verification and upcoming elections, affecting thousands of women.
A chilling audio recording from Hyderabad's Batcha furniture showroom fire reveals Mohammed Imtiyaz's desperate pleas for help before his death. The clip, now evidence, exposes blocked exits and trapped victims including children.
Khanna police dismantled four illegal de-addiction centers used by gangsters for recruitment and torture. Over 150 victims were rescued in Operation Prahaar raids across multiple locations.
Supreme Court rules that offering prayers by Muslims at premises not listed as auqaf doesn't confer mosque status, limiting waqf tribunal jurisdiction to properties specified in official lists.
Chandigarh BJP establishes a seven-member committee to ensure unanimous decisions in municipal affairs and maintain party cohesion ahead of the December MC elections.
Uttar Pradesh BJP's seven frontal units may undergo organizational changes to address caste and regional balance, with leaders from Gorakhpur and west UP dominating current positions.
A Khargone court has sentenced Yash Patel to life imprisonment for the abduction and murder of 17-year-old Abhinay Dabur, nephew of Congress MLA Kedar Dabur. The case involved a brutal killing after a dispute over a motorcycle.
Baramati witnessed an emotional outpouring as thousands gathered to bid farewell to Ajit Pawar. The town, known as the Pawar family stronghold, showed deep grief and shifting political winds, marking his transition from upstart to mentor.
Ram Madhav explores Mahatma Gandhi's internal conflict during India's Partition, drawing parallels with Buddha and Jesus, and examines Nathuram Godse's flawed rationale.
Rafiqul Biswas, a 32-year-old from Bengaluru, faces a legal ordeal as authorities question his nationality. While West Bengal certifies him as Indian, Karnataka High Court seeks verification from Bangladesh, highlighting complexities in immigration cases.
President Trump faces critical decisions on using U.S. forces near Iran, seeking quick strikes to pressure Tehran on nuclear program and dissident treatment without sparking prolonged war.