Murshidabad Protests Over Migrant Death; 12 Injured
Violent protests in Murshidabad's Beldanga block NH-12 and railway tracks for 5 hours after a migrant worker's death in Jharkhand. 12 injured, including journalists. Political reactions pour in.
Category : Politics
Red Fort Blast: Five Sent to Judicial Custody Till Feb 13
A Delhi court has ordered five individuals accused in the Red Fort blast case to remain in judicial custody until February 13. The case involves a low-intensity explosion at the historic monument.
Gangsters Claim Miani Killing in Jalandhar
Criminal gangs have publicly taken responsibility for the recent killing in Miani, Jalandhar, raising concerns about law and order in the area.
National Lok Adalat Set for March 14 in SBS Nagar
The Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district will host a National Lok Adalat on March 14 to resolve pending cases efficiently. This initiative aims to reduce court backlogs and provide speedy justice to litigants.
Women as Growth Architects: India's Leadership Shift
India moves from viewing women as welfare beneficiaries to recognizing them as economic and political leaders driving social justice and democratic progress.
Sundargarh Normalizes After Clash, Internet Restored
Internet services resume in Sundargarh town as prohibitory orders lift after a violent group clash injured 12 people. Police arrest four and deploy 19 platoons to maintain peace.
Court Summons Ramdev, Balkrishna, Bezos in Patanjali Case
Ambala court issues summons to 14 including Baba Ramdev, Acharya Balkrishna, and Amazon's Jeff Bezos over alleged controlled substances in Patanjali's Bala Churna product sold online.
Navi Mumbai Landlords Booked for Renting to Nigerians
Kharghar and Taloja police have registered cases against four Navi Mumbai residents for renting apartments to Nigerian nationals without submitting mandatory C-forms. The landlords face charges under the Foreigners Act and Registration of Foreigners Act.
TN Adds National Liquor Brands for Tourist Choice
Tamil Nadu's Tasmac introduces award-winning national liquor brands like Amrut whiskies and Mansion House brandies, reducing prices to attract tourists seeking familiar drinks.
HC: Higher Education Not a Disqualification for Govt Jobs
Punjab and Haryana High Court rules a candidate cannot be disqualified for having higher qualifications than the minimum required for a government job. Justice Brar sets aside Moga MC's order.
Two More Held in Chennai Hospital Murder, Arrests Hit 10
Police arrested two more suspects in the murder of history-sheeter Adhi Kesavan at Kilpauk Medical College hospital. Total arrests now stand at 10. Five police personnel suspended for negligence.
Iranian Students in India Fear for Families Amid Protests
Iranian students in Delhi and Pune share their anguish as protests and internet shutdowns in Iran leave them unable to contact loved ones, with India preparing evacuations.
BJP to Name New President on Jan 20, Nabin Expected
The BJP has scheduled its national president election for January 19-20, with Nitin Nabin expected as the sole candidate. The national council will ratify the election and pass key resolutions.
BJP CMs Converge in Delhi for Nitin Nabin's Election
BJP chief ministers from multiple states will assemble in Delhi for the party president election on January 20, where Nitin Nabin is expected to win unopposed. Key leaders including Yogi Adityanath have confirmed travel schedules.
Karnataka to Amend Law for AI Regulatory Sandbox
The Karnataka government announces plans to amend state laws to establish a regulatory sandbox for AI, aiming to foster innovation while ensuring compliance.
West Bengal BDO Office Ransacked, 19 Arrested After Mob Violence
Violence erupted at a Block Development Office in Uttar Dinajpur as protesters ransacked the building, burning documents and equipment. Police arrested 19 people while SIR hearings remain uncertain.
Trump's Ozempic Story Goes Viral, Sparks Debate
Former President Donald Trump shared a personal anecdote about a friend's weight-loss drug costs, highlighting price disparities and drawing mixed reactions online.
Hyderabad Seniors Lose 60 Lakh to Fake Police Scams
Two senior citizens in Hyderabad lost approximately 60 lakh rupees to fraudsters posing as law enforcement officials. The criminals used fake documents and video calls to threaten victims.
Telangana CM Pledges to Fill Govt Jobs, Slams BRS
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy announced the Congress government's commitment to creating employment through public recruitment and private investment, while criticizing the previous BRS administration.
Man Arrested in Sundargarh for Murder of Woman
Police in Sundargarh district arrested Pradeep Pradhan for allegedly killing a woman with a stone. The naked body was discovered near a pond in Rourkela on Thursday.
Six Arrested in Chennai Burglary, 13.2 Lakh Cash Recovered
Vanagaram police arrested six individuals, including three women, for burglarizing a businessman's house. They stole 13.2 lakh in cash, 25 sovereigns of gold, and silver articles.
Chennai Man Held for Bus Harassment, Death Threats
A 36-year-old man from Perambur was arrested in Sembium for flashing women, misbehaving with passengers, and threatening a lawyer on a city bus.
Polite Robbers Wake Elderly Woman, Steal Cash & Jewellery in Kheda
In a bizarre burglary in Sevalia village, four men calmly woke a 76-year-old woman, tied her hands and feet, and stole Rs 15,000 and a gold ring before leaving politely.
Relative Attacks Doctor, Staff at Bhubaneswar Hospital
A patient's relative was arrested for allegedly assaulting a doctor and a plaster technician at Capital Hospital in Bhubaneswar on Friday, causing serious injuries.
Harish Rao Accuses CM of Stealing Credit for BRS Projects
Senior BRS leader T Harish Rao criticizes Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for taking credit for irrigation projects built under KCR's leadership, alleging zero progress in two years of Congress rule.
Water Panel's First Meeting on Telangana-AP Dispute in Delhi
A high-level committee led by CWC chairman will meet with Telangana and Andhra Pradesh irrigation officials on January 30 to address Krishna and Godavari water sharing issues.
NITI Aayog Praises Telangana's TS-iPASS as Top Industrial Policy
BRS leader KT Rama Rao highlights NITI Aayog's report praising TS-iPASS, Telangana's industrial policy that attracted Rs 2.6 lakh crore investments and created 25 lakh jobs.
Cartoon on Trump's Post-Shooting Reaction Sparks Debate
A Deccan Herald cartoon depicting Donald Trump as tranquilised after an assassination attempt has ignited discussions on political satire and media portrayal.
Deccan Herald Speak Out: Public Discourse on Key Issues
Deccan Herald's Speak Out column on January 17, 2026, features diverse opinions on national and local matters, highlighting public engagement in democratic dialogue.
Gujarat Budget Session: Feb 16-March 25, Budget on Feb 17
Gujarat's legislative assembly will hold its budget session from February 16 to March 25. Finance Minister Kanu Desai will present the 2026-27 state budget on February 17.
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