Man Dies by Chinese Manjha, Family Left with Rs 35 Lakh Debt
A 35-year-old medical representative in Lucknow died after his throat was slit by a kite string, leaving his wife and two daughters burdened with Rs 35 lakh in loans and no income.
Category : Politics
Mohali Road Project Halted Over 251 Trees, High Court Steps In
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has intervened to halt the construction of three roundabouts on Mohali's Airport Road, citing concerns over the planned removal of 251 trees. The project, aimed at reducing traffic congestion and accidents, now faces lega
Male Cook's Job Cancelled, Gujarat HC Seeks State Explanation
Gujarat High Court demands state government explanation after Mahesh Bhabhor's appointment as mid-day meal cook was cancelled solely because he is male, despite being top merit candidate.
Army Veteran Hurt by Kite String in Lucknow, Second Incident in Days
A retired army personnel sustained deep facial injuries after a banned Chinese kite string slit his throat while riding a scooter in Lucknow. This follows another fatal incident just a day earlier.
Man Killed by Nylon Kite String in Lucknow, Police Probe
A 34-year-old motorcyclist in Lucknow bled to death after a sharp nylon kite string slit his throat on a bridge. Police have registered an FIR for culpable homicide and launched an investigation.
Gurgaon Police Seize Bike with 41 Unpaid Traffic Challans
Gurgaon traffic police impounded a motorcycle with 41 pending challans totaling Rs 5 lakh near Dundahera Border. The vehicle, driven by Sumit of Jind, was seized under MV Act for unpaid fines exceeding 90 days.
Chandigarh MC Fines Firm for Littering in Manimajra
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation Chief Amit Kumar imposed a hefty fine on sanitation agency Bhumika Pragati JV after an employee was caught dumping C&D waste during a surprise inspection near Sukhna choe.
Telangana HC Notices BRS Leader in CM Revanth Reddy Defamation Cases
Telangana High Court issues notices to BRS leader Gandra Venkata Ramana Reddy in criminal petitions by CM Revanth Reddy seeking to quash defamation cases. Hearing adjourned to Feb 21.
Congress Heavy Rush for Panchkula Mayor, Councillor Tickets
Over a dozen Congress leaders applied for Panchkula mayor nomination, with 250 seeking councillor tickets. A five-member committee led by Bhupinder Singh Hooda will decide final candidates.
No Proof Missing Mother of Savannah Guthrie Is Alive, Hope Remains
Authorities in Arizona have no proof that Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie, is still alive but maintain hope she is 'still out there.' Blood evidence and ransom notes add chilling details to the investigation.
HAL to Bid for AMCA Fighter Jet Licence Manufacturing
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will bid for the licence manufacturing of India's indigenous fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), set to begin in 2035, even if not shortlisted for prototype development.
Sitharaman Slams Rahul Gandhi for Using General Naravane's Name
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarifies government respects former Army chief General MM Naravane, accuses Rahul Gandhi of misusing his unpublished memoir to mock the administration during Parliament session.
Meghalaya HC Orders Arrests After Fatal Coal Mine Blast
The Meghalaya High Court has directed authorities to arrest those responsible for illegal mining after an explosion killed at least 18 people in East Jaintia Hills. The court summoned top officials to explain enforcement failures.
Surat Police Book Five in Dowry Death Case
Varachha police in Surat have registered a case against five individuals, including a diamond company manager, for allegedly abetting the suicide of 44-year-old Seema Vaghani following years of domestic harassment and dowry demands.
Ludhiana Hawker, 67, Attacked and Robbed by Masked Duo
A 67-year-old newspaper hawker in Ludhiana's New Shimlapuri was brutally assaulted and robbed by two masked motorcycle-borne men early Thursday. The victim suffered severe injuries and required surgery.
Suspended Lecturer's Family Refuses Body, Alleges Police Harassment
The family of a suspended government lecturer who died by suicide refuses to claim his body, alleging harassment by the Special Operations Group drove him to take his own life in Jaipur.
Kannur Murder-Suicide: Woman, Neighbor Found Dead in Separate Locations
In a tragic incident in Kannur, a woman and her male neighbor were found dead in separate locations in a suspected murder-suicide case. Police suspect strangulation and hanging.
Stalin Inaugurates Rs 597 Cr Coimbatore Drainage Project
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin virtually inaugurated the Kurichi-Kuniyamuthur underground drainage project in Coimbatore, a Rs 597.14 crore initiative under the AMRUT scheme designed to serve 3.92 lakh residents.
Kerala Assembly Passes Resolution to Scrap VB-G RAM G Act
Kerala's state assembly unanimously passed a resolution urging the central government to withdraw the VB-G RAM G Act 2025 and reinstate MGNREGA, citing financial burdens and federal concerns.
Brother Among Four Arrested for Advocate's Murder in Hyderabad
Police in Hyderabad have arrested four individuals, including the victim's elder brother, for the murder of advocate G Swapna Kumari. The crime was allegedly motivated by a dispute over ancestral agricultural land valued at 2-3 crore rupees.
Kerala School Guard Booked for Blocking Headmistress Over Dress
Police in Kollam registered a case against a security guard for allegedly preventing the headmistress from entering her school campus, citing her churidar attire as the reason, sparking a dispute over dress code enforcement.
Kerala Assembly Session Ends in Chaos Over Sabarimala Gold Theft
Phase I of the Kerala assembly session concluded dramatically with disruptions over Sabarimala gold theft cases, opposition protests, and disputes over aided school appointments, leading to cancelled proceedings and heated demonstrations.
Stalin Launches 183 Projects Worth Rs 3,511 Crore in Chennai
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin inaugurated 183 completed infrastructure projects and launched 10 new ones, focusing on water supply, sewage treatment, and urban amenities across Chennai and suburbs.
Gujarat HC Dismisses Asaram Ashram Land Petitions
The Gujarat High Court dismissed petitions challenging the state government's decision to reclaim over 45,000 sq m land for the Sardar Patel Sports Complex.
UP Govt Launches Health Yatra 6.0 with Compact ECG Machines
Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak inaugurated Guru Gorakhnath Swasthya Seva Yatra 6.0, deploying mobile medical teams with innovative Spandan ECG devices to remote border districts.
Lucknow Police Crackdown on Banned Chinese Manjha After Fatalities
Following CM Yogi Adityanath's directives, Lucknow Police initiates a 3-day special enforcement drive against the storage, sale, and use of banned Chinese manjha, aiming to curb fatal accidents involving two-wheeler riders and pedestrians.
Global Photo Roundup: Drought, Protests, Olympic Torch
A visual journey across continents: Maasai drought in Kenya, political protest in Chennai, Greenpeace demonstration in Milan, and scenes from Gaza and New Delhi.
Cartoon Mocks Politics Over Cricket in India
A Deccan Herald cartoon critiques how political events overshadow cricket, highlighting the clash between sports and governance in India's busy schedule.
India's Strategic Diplomacy in Global Geopolitical Shifts
India navigates complex global alliances, strengthening ties with the US and Europe while maintaining strategic autonomy with Russia and China, amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.
Modi Malaysia Visit: Trade, Defense & Zakir Naik Extradition
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kuala Lumpur focuses on boosting trade, defense ties, and semiconductor cooperation, while India continues to press for Zakir Naik's extradition under the bilateral treaty.
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