Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of Fostering New Mafias in UP
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticizes BJP government for creating 'new mafias' and failing infrastructure in Kanpur, promising development if SP returns to power.
Category : Politics
Geneva Talks: Iran Nuclear Deal and Ukraine Conflict Discussions
U.S. delegation with envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to meet Iranian officials in Geneva on Tuesday, mediated by Oman, alongside separate Ukraine-Russia talks.
SC Warns Himachal HC, Extends Local Body Poll Deadline
Supreme Court criticizes Himachal Pradesh High Court for interfering with state government decisions while upholding timely local body elections. Deadline extended to May 31 due to logistical challenges.
HC Stays CAT Order on Chandigarh Power Employee Transfers
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has stayed a Central Administrative Tribunal interim order that maintained status quo for employees transferred from EWEDC to CPDL, following UT Chandigarh's challenge.
Jaipur Heritage Controversy Over Second IPD Tower Plan
The Rajasthan state budget's proposal for a second IPD Tower at J K Lon Hospital faces opposition from experts and locals, who warn it threatens the UNESCO World Heritage site's aesthetic and historical integrity along JLN Marg.
TN Mandates Online Applications for Marriage Assistance
Tamil Nadu government mandates online applications for marriage assistance schemes to ensure transparency and timely processing, eliminating manual submissions and middlemen.
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.
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.
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