Kerala HC: Body Donation Choice Stands Despite Family Objections
Kerala High Court upholds a woman's right to donate her body after death, ruling that family objections cannot override her explicit consent given during her lifetime.
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Delhi Govt Withdraws BNB Policy After Malviya Nagar Fire
Delhi government has decided to withdraw its Bed and Breakfast (BNB) policy following a tragic fire in Malviya Nagar. The policy, which allowed residential properties to operate as BNB accommodations, faced scrutiny after a fire incident raised safety con
Malviya Nagar fire owner claims no NOC needed
The owner of the Malviya Nagar guest house where a fire killed 21 people told police the building didn't need a fire NOC due to its height. Investigations continue.
Delhi Fire: 8 Family Members Die in Hotel Tragedy
Eight members of a family died in a fire at a hotel in Delhi's Malviya Nagar. The elderly man was hospitalized; the rest perished.
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Massive Fire at Muzaffarpur Hospital Kills Three
A massive fire broke out in the ICU of Prasad Hospital in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, resulting in at least three fatalities. Firefighting teams brought the blaze under control.
Delhi Fire Tragedy Exposes Repeated Safety Oversight Failures
A fire in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, kills 14, raising questions about enforcement of safety norms despite previous directives after the Saket collapse and Goa fire.
Karnataka Fund Leakage Demands Independent Probe
The transfer of Gruha Lakshmi funds to ineligible beneficiaries in Karnataka calls for an independent investigation, not just a bureaucratic lapse.
Delhi Fire Tragedy Highlights Lapses in Building Approvals
The Flourish Stay fire in Malaviya Nagar, claiming 21 lives, reveals the building operated without a fire safety certificate, exposing systemic failures in Delhi's regulatory framework.
Delay in Punjab Criminal Justice Report for 1924 Criticized
The publication of the 1924 Punjab criminal justice report faced a year-long delay, reducing its value. The report shows an increase in reported offences and true cases.
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SC Collegium Recommends 10 HC Judges for 3 States
The Supreme Court collegium led by CJI Surya Kant has recommended 10 advocates and judicial officers for appointment as judges in Karnataka, Himachal Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh high courts.
DH Speak Out: June 4, 2026 – Public Voices on Key Issues
Readers share diverse opinions on current affairs, governance, and social issues in the June 4, 2026 edition of DH Speak Out.
Pimpri Chinchwad Police Seize Illicit Liquor Worth Rs 40 Lakh
Pimpri Chinchwad police seized and destroyed illicit liquor worth Rs 40 lakh, registered 181 cases, and acted against 190 suspects between May 28 and June 2.
UP Cabinet Clears 5 New Jails for Rs 1,466 Crore
The Uttar Pradesh cabinet approved five new district jails in Moradabad, Kanpur Nagar, Auraiya, Lalitpur, and Bhadohi at a cost of over Rs 1,466 crore, adding capacity for 6,212 inmates to address overcrowding.
UP Cabinet Approves Compensation for Unnatural Prisoner Deaths
Uttar Pradesh cabinet approves compensation policy for dependents of prisoners who die unnatural deaths in state prisons, ensuring prompt relief and compliance with Supreme Court and NHRC directives.
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Court Grants Bail to Workers, Says Wage Demand Not Offence
A Gurgaon court granted bail to three workers accused of violent clashes in Manesar, ruling that demanding higher wages due to rising costs is not an offence.
GMDA Removes Over 400 Damaged Jersey Barriers in Gurgaon
GMDA has removed over 400 damaged jersey barriers from major Gurgaon roads to improve safety. The move comes after 478 road fatalities in 2024, with monsoon preparations underway.
ORRCA blames poor drain upkeep for Bengaluru IT corridor floods
Outer Ring Road Companies Association faults poor drainage maintenance as heavy rains flood Bengaluru's IT corridor, causing severe waterlogging and traffic congestion.
Elderly Woman Dies in Truck-Car Collision Near Binola Flyover
A 76-year-old woman traveling for dialysis died after a truck hit her car near Binola flyover. Her husband escaped with minor injuries. Police registered an FIR for rash driving.
Chandigarh Committee Inspects Vending Zones in Multiple Sectors
A committee led by MC Joint Commissioner Himanshu Gupta conducted a field inspection of vending zones in Chandigarh, addressing concerns raised by the Town Vending Committee.
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Man declared dead in govt database struggles to prove he is alive
A Faridabad man's application for marriage aid was rejected because the state database lists him as dead. He has been running from office to office since February to correct the error.
Rajasthan CM Orders Strict Action Against Drug Gangs
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma directs strict legal action against narcotics gangs, orders coordinated crackdown on illegally modified vehicles, and calls for dismantling drug networks' financial infrastructure.
2005 Varanasi Clash Case: All 14 Accused Acquitted
A Varanasi court acquitted all 14 accused in a 2005 communal clash case near Gyanvapi mosque, citing lack of evidence and benefit of doubt.
Gujarat Plans Dynamic Parking Fees to Ease Congestion
Gujarat government considers dynamic parking fees for private vehicles on public roads to reclaim space, boost mobility, and reduce congestion in Ahmedabad and other major cities.
Kashi Station Remodeling: Railways Clear Encroachments, Remove Mosque
Railways, district admin, and police cleared railway land for Kashi Station remodeling project, removing decades-old Azgaib Shahid mosque and other encroachments in a mega drive.
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HC Seeks Report on Panchayat Elections in UP
The Lucknow Bench of Allahabad High Court has sought the Backward Classes Commission's report on panchayat elections and directed the SEC to clarify the election schedule.
Vidyanagar water crisis after NHAI pipeline damage
Hundreds in Vidyanagar and MES College area face acute water shortage after an underground pipeline was damaged by NHAI machinery during flyover construction.
Sion School Declared Unauthorised, Parents Panic
Over 400 students face uncertainty as Sion's Orchids International School is declared unauthorised due to missing OC. Parents demand clarity on refunds and placement.
Ghaziabad Demolishes Illegal Madrasa, Recovers Land Worth Rs 20 Crore
Ghaziabad district administration demolished an illegal madrasa in Masuri, recovering nearly one hectare of government land valued at Rs 20-25 crore. An FIR was filed against the operator.
Chandigarh MC orders repair of service road, lighting in Sector 26
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation ordered urgent repair of rear service road and lighting upgrades in Sector 26 showroom belt after chief engineer Sanjay Arora inspected the area following trader complaints.
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Consumer Not Liable for Insurer's Lapse: Chandigarh Commission
Chandigarh consumer commission rules insurer must pay surrender value with interest, holding that policyholders cannot be penalized for administrative errors.
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