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.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's special drive removes unauthorized stalls from parks & green belts, issuing 47 challans. Action aims to ease congestion for morning walkers.
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.
Heavy traffic and illegal parking plague Ludhiana schools despite police orders. Parents and authorities struggle to find a solution. Read more about the ongoing safety crisis.
Maharashtra govt forms 7 divisional vigilance squads to probe complaints against revenue officials, aiming for faster, more accountable investigations. Learn about the new framework.
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.
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.
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.
Delhi High Court imposes Rs 1 lakh fine on Citibank for harassing a lawyer over unauthorized transactions. Court orders RBI to strengthen complaint redressal system and protect credit card customers from unfair charges.
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.
Shikarpura police file case against 15 for organizing illegal 'Hela Takkar' buffalo fight along Utawali River. Event caused chaos and injuries despite prior warnings. Read full details.
Chandigarh's Samadhan camp addresses citizen complaints immediately. Five grievances resolved on the spot by Deputy Commissioner Vinay Pratap Singh. Read how local governance is improving.
American food giant Campbell's terminates CISO Martin Bally after secret recording reveals insulting remarks about Indians, customers and company products. Full story inside.
A Class 9 student found dead in Jashpur school hostel. Principal detained over sexual harassment allegations. Police recover handwritten note detailing 'bad touch' incidents.
Goodwill International School in Dhadiala, Natt, Punjab ordered to close immediately due to multiple safety violations and unauthorized operations. Authorities take strict action.
Supreme Court issues notice to Centre and BCI regarding POSH complaint mechanism for women lawyers. Read the latest developments in this landmark case.