Rs 15.3 Lakh Fine on DCM Ltd for Illegal Tree Felling in Delhi
Delhi forest department fines DCM Limited Rs 15.3 lakh for illegal felling of three trees and damage to 67 others. Company ordered to plant 50 saplings and carry out soil treatment.
Category : Politics
Utility Worker Beaten by Drunk Mob for Refusing Power Check
A PSPCL employee in Ludhiana was attacked by a drunken mob after refusing to verify electricity restoration, resulting in a fractured nose. Police filed a case after 10 days.
UP Deputy CM: BJP to Win 2027, SP to Be Saifai Party
Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya predicts BJP victory in 2027 UP polls, dismisses SP defection rumors, defends Ram temple donations, and criticizes Akhilesh Yadav as anti-Ram.
SP Delegation Complains Over Defection Reel
Samajwadi Party MPs led by Anand Bhadauriya filed a complaint against a news group for a social media reel alleging 27 MPs were ready to defect, calling it defamatory.
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UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak on TB Eradication Efforts
Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak emphasized coordinated efforts and public participation to eradicate TB, highlighting UP's progress under PM TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and RCH programmes during a virtual review meeting.
UP Congress celebrates Rahul Gandhi's birthday with events
Uttar Pradesh Congress workers marked Rahul Gandhi's birthday with Rudrabhishek, cake-cutting, and community outreach in Lucknow, led by state chief Ajay Rai.
Delhi Heat Index Reaches 42.5°C, Yellow Alert Issued
Delhi's heat index hit 42.5°C on Friday. IMD forecasts max temps 37-39°C, yellow alert for rain. AQI at 142, slight improvement.
Defections and the Erosion of Trust in Politics
Frequent defections by politicians undermine democratic trust and stability, highlighting the need for stronger anti-defection laws and ethical governance.
Akhilesh Yadav questions CM Yogi's Ayodhya visit amid SIT probe
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized CM Yogi Adityanath's visit to Ram Temple in Ayodhya, questioning attempts to influence the SIT probe into donation irregularities.
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Ex-Punjab cop held for Rs 10 crore extortion bid
A former Punjab Police officer and two associates were arrested for conspiring to extort Rs 10 crore from a Delhi-based defence entrepreneur via death threats on a messaging app.
CM Yogi Launches Rs 290 Cr Projects, Wax Museum in Ayodhya
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated 245 development projects worth Rs 290 crore in Ayodhya, including a Ramayan Wax Museum, and highlighted the city's transformation.
Starmer Rocked by Cabinet Revolt, Calls to Quit Grow
UK PM Keir Starmer faces largest cabinet rebellion as Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander reportedly tells him to plan departure, sparking leadership crisis.
SIT Intensifies Ram Temple Donation Probe, Questions 24
The SIT probing Ram Temple donation irregularities has examined 24 individuals, reconstructed fund flow from donation boxes to bank deposits, and scanned CCTV footage and financial records.
Yogi approves 1,000 projects worth Rs 4,900 crore in Gonda
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath visited Gonda and approved over 1,000 development projects worth Rs 4,900 crore, including road repairs, bridges, and religious site connectivity.
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SC Proposes Fund for Young Lawyers, Better Infrastructure for Women
Supreme Court proposes statutory fund for young first-generation lawyers and better infrastructure for women in courts, citing financial and infrastructural challenges.
DHS: H-1B Fee Not Tax, Seeks Appeal Court Approval
The Department of Homeland Security argues in court that the $100,000 H-1B visa fee is not a tax, urging the First Circuit to reverse a judge's decision striking it down.
Court Acquits Two in Narcotics Case Over Police Lapses
A fast track court in Barabanki acquitted two men in a 13-year-old narcotics case, citing serious inconsistencies and procedural lapses in police investigation, including missing seizure date and NDPS Act violations.
Elderly business owner saves ₹9 lakh from cyber fraud
Lucknow cyber crime police froze ₹9 lakh after an elderly businessman reported a ₹15 lakh cyber fraud. The victim's quick action helped trace the suspect.
Tile worker beheaded in Sant Kabir Nagar over wedding dispute
A 30-year-old tile worker was allegedly beheaded with a sword in Sant Kabir Nagar over a dispute that began at a wedding. Three accused have been booked.
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Mining Officer Held for ₹24,000 Bribe in UP
UP vigilance team arrested mining officer Sanjay Pratap and Lakhan Singh for accepting a ₹24,000 bribe in Farrukhabad. The arrest followed a complaint about bribery for soil excavation permissions.
Elevated Corridors Bypass Ground Realities
Elevated corridors promise seamless travel but often ignore local needs, displacement, and environmental costs. A critical look at urban infrastructure.
DH Speak Out: June 20, 2026
A roundup of reader opinions and letters to the editor published in Deccan Herald on June 20, 2026, covering diverse topics from politics to social issues.
UP Govt Distributes Learning Materials for Bal Vatikas
Uttar Pradesh government distributes child-friendly learning materials in Bal Vatikas, including guides, workbooks, and progress cards, aligned with NEP 2020.
IAS Officer Remanded in CBI Custody in Rs 79.4 Crore Scam
IAS officer Ram Kumar Singh, arrested in the Rs 79.4 crore Panchkula MC scam, was remanded in police custody by a special CBI court. CBI cited missing phone data and potential witness influence.
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Mayawati Dismisses Financial Aid Allegations Against BSP
BSP chief Mayawati rejects allegations of seeking financial aid from candidates, calling them a conspiracy by opposition. She asserts party funds are lawful and used for electoral success.
Labourer dies of electric shock in Mohali's Aerocity
A 40-year-old labourer died from an electric shock near a streetlight in Aerocity, Mohali. Residents protested, blaming authorities for negligence and demanding a safety audit.
Landslide on Pavagadh Hill Route Kills 2 Pilgrims
Two pilgrims died and four were injured in a landslide on Pavagadh hill route near Maachi village. Heavy rainfall triggered the incident early Friday. Rescue operations were conducted, and vehicular movement is suspended.
Civil engineer arrested for SIM card theft to get loans
A 23-year-old civil engineer was arrested for stealing SIM cards from passengers' phones at Pune railway station to access bank accounts and obtain online loans.
Pune Software Engineer Suicide: Husband Booked
A 27-year-old software engineer died by suicide in Pune's Manikbaug after alleged harassment by husband and in-laws. Police registered a case under BNS Section 108.
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Pune fines Rs 80 lakh for illegal debris dumping in 2 years
Pune Municipal Corporation has imposed fines totaling Rs 80 lakh on 1,170 violators for illegal dumping of construction waste, raising flood risks. Activists demand stricter action.
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