Nida Rizvi, a private school director, died in a house fire in Lucknow's Indiranagar after jumping from her terrace to escape smoke. The blaze started from a candle lit for her daughter's departure ritual.
Rajamma, mother of Rashtra Sevika Samiti Pramukh Sanchalika Shantakka, passed away peacefully in Bengaluru at age 106. Political leaders including Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis offered condolences.
Residents in Nagpur report a surge in automated political calls and messages on the final day of campaigning, with many receiving multiple recorded appeals despite the silence period.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, at a school event in Nilgiris, claimed India's democratic system faces threats from the government. He urged youth to resist and highlighted education, jobs, and diversity.
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The Election Commission of India has started sending centrally-generated notices to electors flagged for having more than six siblings in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
The House Oversight Committee plans contempt proceedings against Bill Clinton for refusing a deposition in the Epstein investigation, sparking a legal battle with the Clintons.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led Centre, calling it a 'permanent coronavirus' affecting the state. He announced Alanganallur Jallikattu and Chennai Sangamam events.
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' column on January 14, 2026, ignites discussions on media freedom and democratic values in India, highlighting key opinions and public reactions.
Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh announced he will not seek re-election to the Rajya Sabha, making the statement at a convention in Bhopal. His current term ends April 9.
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Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar asserts India's democratic roots at book festival, citing ancient elections in Bihar and Tamil Nadu as proof of long-standing freedom.
TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee presented 10 individuals declared dead in electoral rolls at a Cooch Behar rally, accusing the Election Commission of being a BJP stooge and disenfranchising citizens.
The Delhi Assembly has extended the deadline for Punjab Police to submit their reply by three days. This decision follows a request from the police force.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah calls lamp lighting during Covid a social experiment to boost morale. He praises India's pandemic response and inaugurates a new BSL-4 lab in Gujarat.
General Upendra Dwivedi says the Army is ready to induct women into infantry roles, but societal acceptance is key. He outlines a sequential plan for expanding women's roles while detailing major modernization efforts.
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Former President Donald Trump responded with an expletive and middle finger to a protester shouting 'pedophile protector' during his Ford plant tour in Michigan.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accuses BJP-led government of attacking Tamil culture by blocking Vijay's film Jananayagan through censor process, drawing support from party MPs.
Pune Crime Branch visited DesignBoxed, the firm managing Ajit Pawar's NCP campaign, ahead of civic elections. Police called it a verification visit, while the party defended the firm.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha expressed gratitude to the BJP government for intervening in gig worker safety issues after his protest. Meanwhile, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited a village in Gujarat.
The Election Commission of India asserts before the Supreme Court that Electoral Registration Officers have the authority to examine citizenship status for voter list inclusion, citing constitutional provisions and laws.
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Ladakh Lieutenant Governor B.D. Mishra firmly rejects China's recent claim over the Shaksgam Valley, stating it is unacceptable. He emphasizes India's sovereignty and calls for peaceful resolution through dialogue.
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi details how coordinated tri-forces actions on May 10 signaled Pakistan to seek conflict suspension, refutes Trump's mediation claims, and provides updates on terror camps and J&K security.
Former MP Swapan Sadhan Bose and his family receive EC notice for SIR hearing on January 19. The wheel-chair-bound Bose may not attend due to poor health.
The BJP has relocated PM Modi's first NDA rally for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections to Chennai's outskirts on January 23, citing security and logistical reasons.
Donald Trump's fundraising email warning of impeachment if Republicans lose 2026 midterms goes viral, drawing criticism from Democrats and social media users.
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Former Haryana finance minister Sampat Singh accuses BJP-led government of turning education into a commodity, warns of long-term damage to academic standards.
Pune Crime Branch officials visited DesignBoxed, a political campaign management company working for Ajit Pawar's NCP, following suspicious activity information. No irregularities were found during the verification process.
Three recent incidents of authority abuse have led to action against offenders, yet systemic power imbalances continue to undermine effective deterrence in India.
An opinion piece critiques India's political landscape, questioning when the phrase 'enough is enough' will lead to tangible governance changes and real solutions for citizens.
Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta orders forensic probe into controversial video involving Atishi as BJP and AAP trade charges over alleged disrespect to Sikh Gurus.
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CBI has asked TVK president Vijay to appear for another round of questioning in the Karur stampede case on January 19. The party cited Pongal festival commitments for seeking a date change.
