Massive gathering in Tamil Nadu explores tree-based farming for income security. Sadhguru and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan advocate for policy change. Learn how this model can transform agriculture.
A Bangalore mall's dedicated parking for pregnant women is winning hearts online. While many hail the thoughtful gesture, some raise questions about implementation and necessity.
Explore the critical discussions from Deccan Herald's Speak Out column on December 27, 2025, covering governance, public policy, and pressing national issues. Read the key arguments now.
A major ropeway accident was averted in Sasaram as a tower collapsed during testing. No lives lost. IIT Patna audit ordered. Read the full report on the safety concerns.
Gumla district launches a 15-day campaign to revamp 495 Anganwadi centres, focusing on child hygiene, safety, and smart learning. Officers ensure cleanliness and personal upkeep for toddlers.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat asserts science and dharma are not contradictory but seek truth via different methods. He spoke at the Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan in Tirupati. Read his full vision.
In 2025, women's safety remains a critical challenge in India. While official data shows 51 complaints per hour, a vast majority of violence goes unreported due to social stigma and systemic barriers. Explore the gap between statistics and lived experienc
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat asserts India's global rise is certain but must be guided by responsibility to offer a meaningful, humane model to the world, not just material advancement. Read his full vision.
The National Green Tribunal has pulled up Noida Authority for repeated pollution violations during construction. It noted a massive gap between imposed and recovered penalties. Read the full story.
Residents of Medavakkam endure stagnant sewage and mosquito menace due to an incomplete stormwater drain project stalled for over six years. Authorities' blame game continues as health hazards rise.
Residents of Jaipur's Mahesh Nagar face severe traffic chaos and blocked emergency access due to an illegal weekly market. Read their urgent plea to the municipal corporation.
Explore key opinions from Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' on December 26, 2025, covering governance, public policy, and India's pressing issues. Read the insights now.
Bhopal's crucial 1.8-km SOS to Awadhpuri road-widening project, worth Rs 3 crore, is under fire for poor planning and unshifted electric poles, creating accident risks and chaos for residents. Read about the civic failure.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation's cleaning of Manjalpur water tanks will disrupt supply on Friday evening. Service to resume gradually from Saturday morning. Details inside.
The crucial Mumbai-Goa highway expansion faces major delays due to four flyovers and two bypasses. Travel time remains 8-9 hours instead of promised 6. Key completion dates revealed.
NHAI cuts down nearly 1500 trees in Bhopal for Ayodhya bypass project. BMC auctions the wood from Chuna Bhatti depot. Commissioner Sanskriti Jain explains the process.
Chakradharpur division cancels 9 passenger trains from Dec 25-28 due to dense fog threatening elephant corridors. This marks the fourth consecutive cancellation wave, disrupting commuters.
Delhi Development Authority opens the 11-acre Sadbhavana Park along Mahatma Gandhi Road. Named after former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, it features lawns, sculptures, and aims to decongest Kartavya Path. Read more.
Union Minister Amit Shah promotes organic farming in Rewa, claiming it boosts farmers' income, saves water, and prevents diseases caused by chemical fertilisers. Read his full address.
NHAI plans a second toll gate within 22 km on NH-66, doubling costs for commuters. Activists & an MLA have moved Kerala HC against it. Will bus fares rise?
The Indian Army has revised its social media guidelines, permitting all ranks to sign up on Instagram as passive observers. The new policy, effective from December 2025, aims to enhance digital awareness while maintaining security protocols.
Discover why Kerala is earning the nickname 'Finland of India.' From a literacy rate exceeding 94% to social welfare and water-rich landscapes, explore the striking parallels.
West Bengal government submits a detailed action plan to NGT to address the saturated Belgachia dumpyard. The ₹196 crore strategy includes bio-mining, a new plant, and ward-level segregation. Read the full roadmap.
Explore how Luxembourg, Malta, Tallinn & others are eliminating fares to fight congestion & boost sustainability. Is free public transit the future?
Explore India's dry states like Gujarat, Bihar, and Nagaland where alcohol is banned. Learn about the constitutional directive, historical bans, and unique state laws shaping prohibition.
Northern Railway announces a special 2-minute stoppage for 12 long-route trains at Sirhind from Dec 25-27 for pilgrims attending Shaheedi Jor Mela. Check the full list of trains and the historical significance.
Northern Railway announces a special 2-minute stoppage for 12 trains at Sirhind from Dec 25-27 for pilgrims attending Shaheedi Jor Mela. Check the full list of trains and the historical significance.
A staggering 16% of Earth's land is controlled by a few entities, including the British Royal Family and the Catholic Church. Discover the world's top landowners and their vast holdings.
Barwan Kalan in Bihar's Kaimur, known as the 'hamlet of bachelors,' faces isolation due to no roads, water, or power, halting marriages for decades. Read the full story.
Maharashtra govt allows hotels, clubs, and bars to operate until 5 AM on Christmas & New Year's Eve to ease crowd pressure and boost tourism. Wine shops can stay open till 1 AM. Read more.