Indore Water Contamination Probe: Commission Seeks Evidence
A judicial commission in Indore investigates the Bhagirathpura water contamination incident that caused multiple deaths, inviting submissions from stakeholders until February 28.
Category : Politics
BNS Case Filed Over Jain Flags on Sacred Girnar Peak
Junagadh police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita after flags of the Digambar Jain community were allegedly planted on the fourth peak of Mount Girnar, a site sacred to the Nath community. The complaint alleges an attempt to create
CGST Officer Caught Taking Rs 5,000 Bribe in Rajkot
The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested CGST Class-II officer Dharmendra Yadav red-handed while accepting a Rs 5,000 bribe near Racecourse Ground. A case under the Prevention of Corruption Act has been registered.
Surat Police Reunite Stolen Dog After 6-Day CCTV Search
Varachha police in Surat successfully recovered an 11-month-old Labrador named Jax, stolen six days earlier, by meticulously analyzing footage from 70 CCTV cameras. The dog was found 10km away in Dindoli, bringing immense relief to its owner.
Punjab ASI Arrested for Bribery in Mohali
Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrested ASI Jasvir Singh for allegedly accepting a Rs 15,000 bribe to file a court challan in an assault case. A trap was laid after the complainant recorded the demand.
Kutch Minor Gangrape: 3 Booked, Hunt for 3 Others
Three farm laborers have been booked and a search is underway for three others for the alleged gangrape of a 15-year-old girl in Bhachau taluka, Kutch. The accused threatened to kill her brother if she spoke.
Punjab to Set Up State-Level Water Testing Lab in Mohali
Mohali Municipal Corporation plans a state-level water quality testing laboratory at Sector 79 Water Works to enhance monitoring and support urban local bodies across Punjab under AMRUT 2.0.
Gujarat Soap Brand Owner Dies by Suicide Before Train
Mukesh Maru, a 48-year-old businessman and owner of a well-known soap brand in South Gujarat, died by suicide after jumping in front of the Lok Shakti Express near Billimora railway station early Monday morning. Police have registered a case and are inves
Jabalpur Man Killed in Road Rage Stabbing Over Car-Bike Collision
A 35-year-old furniture trader, Ekant Sahu, was fatally stabbed in Jabalpur after a minor car-motorcycle collision escalated into a violent assault near Gokulpur Durga Mandir. Police have registered a murder case and are pursuing crucial leads to apprehen
Congress Alleges BJP Plot to Remove Voters in Vadodara
Vadodara Congress alleges BJP members filed over 46,000 Form 7 objections to remove genuine voters from electoral rolls, with false EPIC numbers used in many applications.
SC Warns States on Electoral Roll Revision, Extends Bengal Deadline
The Supreme Court issued a stern warning to states, vowing not to allow any impediments to the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. It extended the scrutiny deadline in West Bengal by a week and addressed allegations of state interference.
Cartoon on Gandhi Obeisance Sparks Controversy in Media
A Deccan Herald cartoon portraying homage to Mahatma Gandhi has drawn criticism for its depiction, highlighting ongoing debates over political symbolism and media representation in India.
PMKVY Blacklist: Empty Centers, FIRs, and Skill Scheme Flaws
A blacklist of 178 PMKVY training centers reveals empty labs, FIRs for fraud, and systemic issues in India's flagship skill development scheme, with claims of wrongful penalties and operational challenges.
Tax Nudge Campaign: 60% of 1.11 Crore Respondents Were Non-Filers
India's Income Tax NUDGE campaign, using targeted e-mails and SMS, saw 1.11 crore responses, with 60% from non-filers, generating Rs 8,800 crore in additional revenue and improving tax compliance through behavioral insights.
Life Sentence for Brothers in 2016 Surat Ganpati Murder Case
A Surat sessions court has sentenced two brothers to life imprisonment for murdering two young men during Ganpati immersion in 2016. The third accused remains absconding after jumping bail.
BJP's Muslim Candidate in Karimnagar Breaks 50-Year Trend
In a historic move, BJP nominates Muslim flower shop owner Inayath Ali for Karimnagar municipal elections, aiming to penetrate AIMIM's decades-long dominance in a Muslim-majority ward.
Kutch Formalizes 910 Ponds to Fight Water Scarcity
The Kutch district administration has officially registered 910 previously unrecorded ponds across 281 villages, a major conservation effort to protect water bodies in the semi-arid region.
Terror Accused Killed in Faridabad Jail by Inmate
Abdul Rahman, a 20-year-old terror suspect arrested for plotting an attack on Ayodhya's Ram Temple, was murdered in Faridabad district jail by another inmate, Arun Chaudhary, using a sharp object. Police have registered a murder case and launched a judici
Deccan Herald Speak Out: Public Forum on Governance Debates
Deccan Herald's Speak Out section for February 10, 2026, features diverse public opinions on governance, policy, and societal issues, highlighting democratic discourse in India.
Jalandhar FCC Meeting to Discuss Civic Contract Extensions
The Fatehgarh Churian Committee in Jalandhar will hold a key meeting on February 12, with extensions for civic infrastructure contracts as the top agenda item, aiming to address urban development needs.
US Ambassador Hosts Reception with Diplomats, Business Leaders
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor hosted a significant reception in New Delhi, bringing together key diplomats and business leaders to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss economic cooperation.
India's Energy Sourcing Guided by National Interest
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri states India's energy sourcing will prioritize national interest, amid US claims on Russian oil imports. He emphasizes diversification for security and stable supply.
Jamaat's Rise as Major Force in Bangladesh Poll Battle
With Awami League out, Jamaat-e-Islami is poised to challenge BNP in Bangladesh's elections, marking a dramatic shift from its marginalized past to potential political prominence.
Ghaziabad Sisters' Korean Fantasy Life Revealed Before Deaths
Three sisters in Ghaziabad who died by suicide were living in an isolated Korean fantasy world, struggling with basic studies and telling their tutor they were adopted from Korea and China. Police recover crucial mobile phone for forensic examination.
MP Power Discoms Post Rs 71,395 Crore Loss, Fourth Worst in India
Madhya Pradesh's three electricity distribution companies have accumulated staggering losses of Rs 71,395 crore, placing the state fourth nationally in financial distress, per a Union Power Ministry report.
Bhopal Courier Employee Found Dead in Apparent Suicide
A 25-year-old courier company employee, Rambabu Lodhi, was found dead in his rented Kiran Nagar house in Bhopal's Piplani area. Police recovered the body after neighbours broke in, suspecting foul play. No suicide note was discovered.
Temple Roof Collapse in Morena Kills 3 Children, Injures 7
A tragic temple roof collapse in Ahrauli village, Morena, killed three young girls and injured seven others, including a couple, during Monday afternoon prayers. The incident occurred during construction work on the dome.
Bhopal: Two Fatal Accidents Involving Heavy Vehicles
A 20-year-old biker and a security guard were killed in separate incidents in Bhopal after being run over by speeding heavy vehicles. Police have registered cases and are searching for the drivers involved.
Jabalpur: Rs 2.27 Crore Investment Fraud Busted, Two Arrested
Jabalpur Crime Branch arrested two men from J&K and UP for allegedly cheating a woman of Rs 2.27 crore with fake high-return share market promises. Police probe reveals wider network.
Life Sentence for Man Who Stabbed Girlfriend 30 Times in Gujarat
A Gujarat court has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for murdering his 16-year-old girlfriend by stabbing her 30 times while his new girlfriend watched. His father received a 5-year sentence for destroying evidence.
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