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.

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.

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.

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.

Ladakh Bodies Call for Bandh, Rally on June 23

Ladakh Buddhist Association and Ladakh Gonpa Association announce a bandh and peaceful rally on June 23, citing delays in MHA meeting minutes, liquor policy, and religious conversion concerns.

ED Summons PSIEC Officer in Minister Arora Land Case

The Enforcement Directorate has summoned PSIEC's Chief General Manager in connection with the allotment of 40 acres of land to a company linked to Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, who is currently in judicial custody.

J&K Chief Secy Reviews Flood Restoration Projects

J&K Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo reviews flood restoration projects under SASCI and PDNA, directing departments to expedite execution and ensure full utilisation of Rs 1,431 crore allocated for rebuilding infrastructure damaged in 2025 floods.

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