1.3 Lakh Matua Voters Face Electoral Roll Scrutiny
Over 1.3 lakh voters in Bengal's Matua heartland may get hearing notices due to missing ancestry links in draft rolls. Many lack CAA documents, sparking fear in the community. Read the full report.
Category : Politics
Ahmedabad AMC Appoints 25 Officers to Tackle Stray Dogs
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation appoints 25 nodal officers and forms task forces to implement Supreme Court's stray dog management order across public buildings. Read the full plan here.
Sonia Poonia, convicted in 2001 family murder, released on bail
Sonia, daughter of ex-MLA Reluram Poonia, released from Karnal jail after 24 years in a high-profile murder case. Her husband was released earlier. Read the full story of the bail and the 2001 crime.
Bengal Minister Quits Over Messi Event, Sparks Political Row
West Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas resigns amid Lionel Messi event controversy. TMC calls it 'Raj Dharma', BJP dubs it 'Vote Dharma'. Full details on the political clash.
Dehradun road network crippled by unplanned digging
Dehradun residents face severe inconvenience as multiple agencies dig up major roads simultaneously without coordination. District administration suspends UPCL's work permits for two months.
Mann Criticises BJP's MGNREGA Rebrand, Focus on Wages
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann criticises Centre's move to rename MGNREGA, urges focus on wages & weeding out fake beneficiaries. Also addresses kabaddi violence. Read more.
Maharashtra Minister Kokate's 2-Year Jail Term Upheld
Nashik sessions court upholds conviction of Maharashtra sports minister Manikrao Kokate in EWS flat scam. His political future now hinges on a High Court stay. Read the full details.
GHMC Ward Delimitation Faces Political Backlash
GHMC's delimitation of 300 wards faces criticism for anomalies. Political leaders demand re-examination, citing uneven representation and administrative concerns. Details inside.
Deccan Herald Speak Out: December 17, 2025 Opinions
Explore the key opinions from Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' column on December 17, 2025, covering political discourse, social issues, and governance in India. Read the diverse perspectives shaping public debate.
Political Cartoon on 'Hey Ram' Triggers Online Debate
A Deccan Herald editorial cartoon referencing 'Hey Ram' has ignited a fierce online debate about political symbolism and historical narratives in India. Explore the controversy and its implications.
War Veterans Call for India-Bangladesh Restraint at Vijay Diwas
Bangladeshi Muktijoddhas at Kolkata's Vijay Diwas celebrations stress dialogue over tensions. They call for patience and renewed cooperation between the two nations. Read more.
HC Orders Relief for 4,000 Dhanwantari Foundation Victims
Telangana High Court directs auction of DFI's ₹500+ crore properties to repay investors. Over 4,000 victims across Telugu states to get justice. Read the full order details.
Kolkata Messi Event Refunds: State Targets 10-Day Process
West Bengal govt initiates refund process for 34,000 fans after Messi's no-show. CM's committee steps in, but procedural hurdles may cause delays. Get the full story.
Delhi BS-VI Vehicle Ban Reopens Old NCR Planning Wounds
Delhi's new ban on non-BSVI private vehicles from NCR states reignites debate over the failed concept of a seamless National Capital Region. Experts call the move a crude pollution fix, highlighting decades of planning paralysis.
SC to Manimajra Vendors: Vacate Public Spaces in 48 Hours
Supreme Court directs unauthorized vendors in Chandigarh's Manimajra to clear public spaces within 48 hours. Administration must submit compliance report by Thursday. Details inside.
Delhi Rolls Out Plan for 62 Traffic Hotspots
Delhi authorities deploy traffic personnel, clear encroachments, and plan infrastructure upgrades at 62 identified congestion hotspots. Read about the comprehensive strategy to fix Delhi's traffic woes.
SC Examines Plea Against Lok Sabha Speaker's Impeachment Panel
Supreme Court questions procedural lapse in forming impeachment committee against Allahabad HC judge. Notices issued to Parliament secretariats. Read the full legal challenge.
Punjab Teachers Protest Over Election Duty Deaths, Injuries
Teacher organisations in Punjab held protests demanding justice & ₹2 crore compensation for colleagues who died on election duty. Read about their demands for safety reforms.
Omar Abdullah on J&K's Power Structure & Public Expectations
J&K CM Omar Abdullah discusses the complex dual power structure and administrative limitations in the UT at Express Adda. Read his insights on governance challenges.
Nandigram Voters List Draft Sees 10,599 Names Missing
The draft electoral roll for Nandigram shows 10,599 fewer voters. With 3,317 'unmapped' electors, parties monitor the process to ensure no genuine voter is excluded. Details inside.
BRS's KTR Alleges Congress Threatens Sarpanches by Stalling Funds
BRS leader KT Rama Rao accuses the Congress government of intimidating party-backed sarpanches by withholding panchayat funds. He asserts public money is not Congress leaders' personal property. Read more.
Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate convicted in EWS case
Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate convicted in EWS flat allocation case. Opposition demands immediate disqualification, citing Rahul Gandhi precedent. Read the full story.
Ex-Maharashtra CM Chavan: Congress Failed on Key Issues
Former Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan admits Congress failed to address unemployment, farmers' crisis, and inflation. He says party's yatras lacked public appeal. Read his full critique.
Bombay HC allows Gautam Navlakha to shift to Delhi home
The Bombay High Court has indicated it will allow activist Gautam Navlakha, accused in the Elgar Parishad case, to shift to his Delhi home until trial begins. The court noted he is not a 'flight risk'. Read the full details.
Farmer Sells Kidney to Repay Rs 74 Lakh Debt in Maharashtra
A marginal farmer from Chandrapur was forced to sell his kidney after illegal moneylenders charged 40% monthly interest, trapping him in a Rs 74 lakh debt. Police have registered a case and arrested six accused. Read the full story.
Jailed MP Amritpal Singh Seeks Parole in HC Hearing
Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh argued for parole via video conference to attend Parliament's winter session, citing constituency issues. Hearing adjourned to Wednesday.
Siddaramaiah: Will remain CM till Congress high command decides
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah firmly states he will serve a full term, dismissing BJP's queries on leadership tussle. He highlights fund allocation disparities and predicts Congress win in 2028. Read more.
Congress Protests Renaming MGNREGA, Alleges BJP Erasing Gandhi
Telangana Congress leaders criticise Centre's proposal to rename MGNREGA, calling it an attempt to erase Gandhi's legacy. Protests announced for Dec 17 & 28. Read more.
PoA Holder Remanded in Pune Land Stamp Duty Fraud Case
A Pune court remands Sheetal Tejwani in police custody till Dec 23 in a Rs 6 crore stamp duty evasion case involving a 40-acre Mundhwa land deal. Key accused include a suspended sub-registrar and a business partner linked to Ajit Pawar's son. Read the ful
Two brothers killed in Delhi, cousin main suspect
Two brothers were shot dead in Delhi's Jafrabad. Police suspect their cousin, linked to a gang, carried out the attack, believing the victims were police informers. Read the full story.
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