DH Speak Out: December 8, 2025 Edition Highlights
Explore the critical discussions from Deccan Herald's December 8, 2025 'Speak Out' section, covering public grievances on infrastructure, governance, and civic issues. Read the full analysis.
Explore the critical discussions from Deccan Herald's December 8, 2025 'Speak Out' section, covering public grievances on infrastructure, governance, and civic issues. Read the full analysis.
Dozens of former US Education Department staff return to tackle a growing backlog of over 25,000 civil rights complaints. The move follows legal disputes over mass layoffs under the Trump administration.
IGGMC's Internal Complaints Committee substantiates sexual harassment allegations against forensic HoD. Report confirms inappropriate touch, audio evidence. Key recommendations include transfer and high-level inquiry.
Bihar govt launches Chief Secretary Public Grievance Redressal System for faster complaint resolution. Citizens can now register grievances via WhatsApp or email with strict timelines.
The Trump administration recalls dozens of Education Department workers to address a growing backlog of over 25,000 civil rights complaints. A temporary fix amid ongoing layoff plans.
Indigo passengers face chaos at Nagpur airport with mass cancellations, lost luggage, and misinformation. Read about the travel ordeal and social media outrage.
Maharashtra govt reconstitutes High-Level Security & Review Committees for VIP protection. New GR overrides 2007, 2011, 2014 orders. Details inside.
Maharashtra govt forms 7 divisional vigilance squads to probe complaints against revenue officials, aiming for faster, more accountable investigations. Learn about the new framework.
A parliamentary committee has unanimously resolved to ask opposition parties for suggestions on a bill seeking removal of PMs, CMs arrested on serious charges. Get the full details.
After a five-year manhunt, FBI arrests Brian Cole, accused of planting pipe bombs before the Jan 6 Capitol riot. Details on the $500,000 reward and the evidence that led to his capture.
Maharashtra govt forms 7 divisional vigilance squads to probe complaints against revenue officials. Aim: boost public trust & accountability. Details inside.
A female student at IIM Indore has accused a placement cell member of sexual harassment, prompting an ICC investigation. The accused has stepped down. Read for details and institutional response.
Punjab State Election Commission mandates videography of Zila Parishad nomination process following opposition complaints of irregularities. Full details on the new directive.
Despite mounting evidence of public distress, the Election Commission of India insists complaints about the SIR are political. The human cost must not be overlooked. Read the full analysis.
Consumer complaints to RBI Ombudsman rose 13.55% in FY25, with banks facing most grievances. Learn the top complaint categories and how to file your complaint.
Borrower frustration over credit scores & data accuracy explodes. Complaints against Credit Information Companies surge nearly 400% as per India's financial ombudsman report. Dive into the data.
Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M halts salaries of eight senior officials for delays in resolving IGRS complaints. Sanitation supervisor also penalized. Read about the crackdown on laxity.
Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M halts salaries of eight senior officials due to pending public grievance cases. Action taken for laxity in IGRS complaint disposal. Details inside.
Harendra Singh steps down as chief coach of Indian women's hockey team following complaints from senior players to Sports Ministry about his high-handedness and poor results.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath personally listened to over 200 complaints during Janata Darshan in Gorakhpur, ensuring time-bound resolution and strict action against land grabbing.
Nandlal Ambwani, 50, died after his two-wheeler hit a damaged manhole in Kubernagar. Locals had filed multiple complaints with AMC, but no action was taken. Read this tragic story of civic negligence.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia takes a dig at Congress's internal conflict in Karnataka, saying some students aren't ready to learn. The leadership issue intensified after November 20.
A senior woman faculty at KGMU reported harassment by a male professor. After no internal action, she approached the State Women's Commission, prompting the university to initiate an immediate inquiry. Follow this developing story.
A Chennai traffic police writer is under investigation after an audio clip of him verbally abusing a bike taxi driver, who survived a fatal accident, went viral. The abuse ensued after the victim did not hire a lawyer recommended by the cop.
PMK founder S Ramadoss moves Delhi High Court against ECI's decision recognizing Anbumani as president. Father-son battle intensifies over party control. Read full details.
BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari states Congress workers are leading charge for Congress-free India amid internal conflicts in Karnataka, Bihar. Read more about the political turmoil.
Delhi University's Aryabhatta College imposes mobile phone restrictions to protect student privacy after complaints of unauthorized recording and meme creation. Learn about the new campus rules.
UK's FCA investigates potential market manipulation after OBR's accidental early budget release caused significant bond yield swings. Key details inside.
At least 10 students file sexual harassment complaints against guest speaker at St Xavier's College Mumbai. ICC investigation underway as college strengthens safety protocols.
Karnataka BJP considers no-confidence motion against Congress government over Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar power struggle. December 8 deadline set for resolution. Political crisis deepens.