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Category : Politics
UAE FM Abdullah bin Zayed Holds Call with US Secretary Blinken
UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed regional stability and bilateral cooperation in a crucial phone call. Read the full details here.
Man booked for kidnapping teen girl in Amritsar
Amritsar police rescue a 17-year-old girl, book a man for kidnapping. Case filed under IPC section 363. Read the full details of the investigation.
Good Samaritans in Amritsar Denied Recognition Despite Law
Despite clear legal provisions, individuals rescuing accident victims in Amritsar receive no official recognition. Activists demand action to honor these lifesavers and encourage public help.
Mehsana man held at IGIA for fake passport, illegal US stay
A 30-year-old from Mehsana was arrested at Delhi's IGIA for returning from the US using a forged passport. The case highlights new immigration fraud trends amid US enforcement. Read the full investigation details.
Murders Drop in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Amid Drug Crackdown
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar records a significant drop in murders in 2025, attributed to a 209% surge in NDPS cases. Police break the drug supply chain's backbone to curb violent crime.
High Drama as BJP, AIMIM Face Fury Over Ticket Distribution
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar civic polls witness chaos as denied aspirants protest. BJP worker attempts self-immolation, AIMIM faces road blockades. Full details on the political backlash.
Pongal Film Releases Become Political Battleground in Tamil Nadu
The Pongal film releases in Tamil Nadu, featuring Vijay's 'Jananayagan' and the DMK-backed 'Parasakthi', have escalated into a political proxy war ahead of state elections. Discover the screen battle and the narratives at play.
Shiv Sena-BJP Alliance Collapses for Sambhajinagar Civic Polls
The Mahayuti alliance in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar crumbles ahead of municipal elections. Shiv Sena cites BJP arrogance, while BJP blames Sena's escalating seat demands. Read the full breakdown.
Telangana seeks toll-free Hyderabad-Vijayawada highway for Sankranti
Telangana government urges Nitin Gadkari for toll-free travel on Hyderabad-Vijayawada NH from Jan 9-18 to ease festival rush. State offers to pay nominal fee. Read about the traffic plan.
Assam STF arrests 11 IMK operatives linked to JMB
Assam Police's STF dismantles a Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh offshoot module, arresting 11. CM Sarma warns of persistent fundamentalist threat from across the border. Read the full investigation details.
Modi: 2025 a Landmark Year for Reforms, Focus on Trust & Facilitation
PM Modi reflects on 2025's major reforms, from labour codes to FDI, highlighting a shift from control to trust-based governance. Discover the key changes shaping India's future.
DH's New Year Cartoon Offers Satirical Glimpse into 2024
Deccan Herald's latest editorial cartoon for the New Year blends humor with sharp social commentary. Discover the themes and messages behind this satirical artwork as we step into 2024.
Bengaluru Teachers' Constituency final roll has 18,496 voters
The final electoral roll for Bengaluru Teachers' Constituency lists 18,496 voters from 28 assembly segments. Read details on the upcoming Legislative Council elections.
SGPC calls Punjab govt's FIR in missing saroops case 'hasty'
SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami criticizes the Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab government for registering an FIR over 328 missing Guru Granth Sahib saroops, calling it political interference. Read the full story.
Kolhapur: Man attacked, 3 arrested over burning cigarette row
A 28-year-old man was severely beaten in Kolhapur's Shirol after confronting youths who threw a burning cigarette at him. Police have arrested three based on CCTV footage. Read the full details.
BJP Dismisses SGPC's Explanation on Missing Guru Granth Sahib Saroops
BJP spokesperson Sarchand Singh terms SGPC's stance on 328 missing saroops 'meaningless & false'. Political row intensifies over sacred scriptures. Full details inside.
Amritsar police bust Pak-linked drug network, arrest 7
Amritsar police dismantle a Pakistan-based drug smuggling network, arresting 7 and seizing 5kg of heroin & methamphetamine along with a Glock pistol. Key details inside.
Chennai's Massive NYE Security: 19,000 Police Deployed
Chennai police roll out massive security for New Year's Eve with 19,000 personnel, beach bans, and traffic restrictions. Read the full safety guidelines here.
Amritsar jeweller overpowers armed robber, another flees
A daring jeweller in Amritsar overpowered one of two masked robbers who opened fire in his shop on Batala Road. Read the full details of the brave encounter.
Families blame EC officials after elderly voters' deaths
Families of two elderly voters who died after receiving hearing notices file police complaints against top election officials. The Election Commission faces scrutiny over a technical glitch affecting voter lists. Read the full report.
Court rejects bail for alleged Pak spy in Gujarat ATS case
Nadiad Sessions Court rejects bail for Rashmani Pal, accused of being a Pakistani spy who used fake identities to honey-trap Indian Army jawans. Details on the espionage network revealed.
DH Speak Out: Public Opinions on December 31, 2025
Explore the key public opinions and voices featured in Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' column on December 31, 2025. Read the diverse perspectives shaping the discourse.
CJI: Supreme Court to be accessible 24/7 for emergencies
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announces citizens can seek urgent hearings at night for rights protection. New rules enforce strict timelines for lawyers to ensure equal court time for all litigants.
Bengaluru NYE Buzz Fizzles: Bookings Down 30%
Bengaluru's New Year's Eve celebrations see a major slump with pub bookings down nearly 30%. High liquor prices, midweek date, and restrictions cited as key reasons. Discover why the city's party scene is unusually quiet.
Prison Main Gate Key Smuggling Route for Phones: DGP
Karnataka DGP Alok Kumar reveals prison main gates are the primary breach point for banned mobiles. Over 100 phones seized in recent drives. Read about the crackdown plan.
Drunk Bengaluru rider sets bike ablaze, flees police
A heavily intoxicated man in Bengaluru threatened police, refused a breathalyser test, and set his motorcycle on fire before escaping. His alcohol level was 367 mg/100ml. Read the full story.
Punjab CM Mann Slams VB-G RAM G Act as Anti-Poor
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann attacks the new VB-G RAM G Act, calling it a direct assault on SCs and women. He demands rollback, citing threats to MGNREGA's rights-based framework.
Server crash stalls Karnataka's e-Swathu property scheme
A major server outage and technical glitches in Karnataka's new e-Swathu software have slowed the regularisation of over 97 lakh rural properties. Officials promise a fix by mid-January. Read the full story.
Kogilu demolition triggers India-Pakistan diplomatic spat
The demolition of 167 hutments in Bengaluru's Kogilu escalates into an international issue, with Pakistan criticizing India and New Delhi issuing a sharp rebuttal. Read about the political fallout and rehabilitation plans.
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