BRS working president KT Rama Rao claims municipal election results reflect growing public dissatisfaction with Congress government and renewed confidence in BRS as principal opposition force.
A Deccan Herald editorial cartoon titled 'Let India Awake' offers a satirical perspective on contemporary political and social issues in India, using visual metaphors to provoke thought and discussion.
A summary of the key opinion pieces from Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' section on February 14, 2026, focusing on governance, public policy, and national issues.
The Union government has informed Tamil Nadu that it cannot approve the Rameswaram passenger terminal project under Sagarmala due to current fiscal constraints, halting plans to resume ferry services to Sri Lanka.
Kolkata Municipal Corporation presents a Rs 111 crore deficit budget with Rs 6,000 crore expenditure, emphasizing road repairs, waste management, and water supply upgrades ahead of assembly polls.
The BRS party secured around 717 of 2,582 municipal wards in Telangana's urban local bodies, winning 13 municipalities outright and emerging as the single largest party in 10-15 others.
Congress secured a landslide victory in Telangana's urban local body elections, winning 83 of 116 municipalities. BJP emerged as single largest party in Karimnagar and Nizamabad corporations, while BRS faced major setbacks.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived at Trichy International Airport late Friday night for BJP events in Karaikal, marking his second visit to Tamil Nadu in a month amid election preparations.
A 20-year-old college student in Gurgaon was arrested for allegedly raping his 16-year-old neighbor, filming the assault, and attempting to extort money by threatening to share the video. The incident occurred a year ago, with police filing charges under
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated BNP chief Tarique Rahman on his party's decisive victory in Bangladesh's parliamentary elections, pledging to strengthen bilateral ties while navigating security concerns.
Former Tamil Nadu minister M R Vijayabaskar and an AIADMK functionary face charges for illegal transport and possession of Cauvery river sand in Karur district, following police complaints and protests.
Nagpur police's anti-narcotics cell seized over 0.5 kg of mephedrone worth Rs 1 crore and arrested Sanjay Gangwani near Agyaram Devi temple in a significant drug bust operation.
Following a High Court directive, a ground reality check reveals Hyderabad's footpaths have disappeared under encroachments, forcing pedestrians into traffic lanes and creating daily safety hazards across the city.
AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami criticizes Tamil Nadu's 5,000 cash credit to women, calling it a move driven by fear of electoral defeat, with opposition parties echoing concerns over timing and governance.
TVK president Vijay condemns DMK's alleged vote-buying through cash schemes, framing the upcoming assembly election as a battle between his 'pure force' and the ruling party's 'evil force'.
Less than two months after returning from 17 years of exile in London, BNP chief Tarique Rahman has emerged as Bangladesh's new political leader following a landmark election. The 60-year-old, who faced legal battles abroad, now pledges to dismantle monar
Police in Yavatmal register FIR against headmaster and teacher of municipal Urdu school for allegedly playing a Pakistani patriotic song during a Republic Day cultural program, sparking controversy over anti-national sentiments.
The Congress party has consolidated its urban electoral dominance in Telangana, sweeping municipal bodies in districts represented by its senior ministers and turning ministerial strongholds into electoral victories.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin inaugurated a Rs 3.06 crore multipurpose memorial hall for former Madras Presidency CM Dr P Subbarayan in Namakkal via video conference. The hall features a bust and honors his legacy.
A former teenage tech prodigy who excelled in programming has now become a saint after topping the UPSC exam, showcasing a unique blend of modern skills and spiritual devotion.
Jalandhar witnessed a major security operation as over 100 police personnel were deployed to ensure safety during Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's overnight visit, highlighting heightened vigilance.
Experts laud BNP's landslide victory in Bangladesh, calling it a new chapter and emphasizing that resetting ties with India is a key priority for regional stability and economic growth.
Nikhil Gupta has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for his role in a foiled assassination plot against designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The case highlights international legal cooperation and counter-terrorism efforts.
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has achieved a sweeping electoral victory, marking its return to power after years in opposition. The win reshapes the political landscape of Bangladesh.
Shoaib Kidwai, a lawyer from Lucknow, was attacked and killed while driving to Barabanki district court. His family denies any criminal involvement, and his son was left devastated at the postmortem house.
District Magistrate Thiyagarajan S M conducted a public grievance redressal session in Patna, hearing 66 cases on revenue, agriculture, and land disputes. The meeting is part of Bihar's 'ease of living' initiative held weekly.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation inducts 40 new garbage collection vehicles, including 20 electric ones, to address waste collection gaps in expanding areas. The city generates 1,500-1,600 metric tonnes of solid waste daily.
An FIR was lodged against a lift maintenance agency after a lift carrying Lucknow Development Authority vice-chairman Prathamesh Kumar and senior engineers malfunctioned during an inspection at CSI Towers in CG City, briefly trapping them and raising safe
A Salem court has sentenced P Saravanan to double life imprisonment for murdering an elderly couple in 2019 after they refused to give him money for alcohol. The verdict includes a fine of Rs 2000.
Congress, VCK, CPM, and other DMK allies praised the Tamil Nadu government for crediting ₹5,000 to KMUT beneficiaries' accounts, calling it crucial inflation relief amid alleged Union government attempts to block the scheme.