Budget Doubles Capital Transfers to Delhi, J&K, Puducherry
The Union Budget 2026-27 has more than doubled capital transfers to Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, and Puducherry under the SASCI scheme, boosting infrastructure funding.
Category : Politics
Lucknow School Assault: Minors Booked for Eye Injury
Two minor boys booked in Lucknow for allegedly assaulting a schoolmate, causing vision loss in his right eye. Family accuses school of inaction; police investigation underway.
Kolkata Gang Clash: 2 Injured, Police Van Attacked
Two persons were injured as rival gangs clashed violently in South Kolkata's Golpark area on Sunday night, with reports of bomb hurling, stone-pelting, and gunshots. A police van was vandalized during the confrontation.
Parvesh Mann Sentenced to 7 Years in Jail by Delhi Court
Delhi sessions court sentences gangster Parvesh Mann to seven years in jail under MCOCA, with five allies also convicted. The verdict follows a delay that drew criticism from the Delhi High Court.
Delhi CM Praises Budget; Opposition Criticizes Jobs, Pollution Plan
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta welcomes Union Budget 2026-27 as 'people-centric,' while opposition leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Devender Yadav criticize it for lacking employment generation and pollution control measures.
Delhi Police arrests 2 more in sticker extortion racket
Delhi Police has arrested two more individuals linked to a sticker extortion racket targeting traffic police and officials, bringing total arrests to 10. The gangs allegedly used manipulated videos for blackmail.
NRI Woman Murdered in Khanna, Police Probe Robbery Angle
An 81-year-old NRI woman was found murdered at her Khanna residence. Police suspect robbery, with CCTV footage being scanned and forensic evidence collected.
Chagos Islands: Maldives Shocks Trump With Strategic Offer
The Maldives has unexpectedly claimed the Chagos Archipelago, offering to maintain US-UK military operations at Diego Garcia. This move intensifies geopolitical tensions involving the US, China, and India.
Pune: Masked Youth Steals Rs 1.4 Lakh Bike During Test Ride
Kalepadal police are investigating a motorcycle theft in Pune's Hadapsar area where a masked youngster fled with a Rs 1.40 lakh bike after requesting a test ride from a used vehicle showroom.
19-Year-Old Dies in Pune Truck-Scooter Accident at Kalewadi Phata
A tragic road accident in Pune's Wakad area resulted in the death of a 19-year-old daily wage worker after his scooter was hit by a truck at Kalewadi Phata signal on Friday afternoon.
Prayagraj MP Criticizes Union Budget 2026 as Anti-People
Allahabad MP Ujjwal Raman Singh and Samajwadi Party leaders condemn Union Budget 2026-27, calling it a corporate budget that neglects common people, farmers, and Uttar Pradesh's development needs.
Ahmedabad SUV Rental Scam: Hirer Vanishes with Vehicle
Vastrapur police register cheating case after a self-drive SUV rented for 12 hours is not returned. The hirer switched off his phone and disappeared with the Rs 15 lakh vehicle.
Patna Policewoman Suspended Over Viral Slapping Incident
A woman sub-inspector posted at Bihta police station in Patna has been suspended after a video showing her slapping a young man went viral. The incident occurred during a police response to a 112 call regarding a land dispute.
Truck Driver Electrocuted in Ludhiana Transformer Accident
A 43-year-old truck driver died instantly after his vehicle struck a transformer and contacted high-tension wires in Gill village, Ludhiana. This marks the third such incident in the area since late 2023.
Man Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault of 8-Year-Old in Sundargarh
Police in Rourkela arrested a 55-year-old man for allegedly sexually assaulting an eight-year-old girl in Sundargarh district. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon when the child was alone at home.
Chandigarh Residents Demand Infrastructure Fixes Before Monsoon
Residents of Chandigarh are calling on local authorities to ensure proper upkeep of infrastructure to prevent monsoon-related issues like waterlogging and road damage.
Pune Robbery: Rs 7.9 Lakh Snatched from Driver
Two unidentified men on a motorcycle snatched a bag containing Rs 7.9 lakh from a transport driver near Yavat, Pune. The incident occurred as the victim was heading to a puncture repair shop after a bank visit. Police have registered a case under BNS and
Ahmedabad: Two Worker Deaths at Construction Sites
A 26-year-old woman labourer died by suicide at Sabarmati Ashram in Ranip, while a teenage construction worker fell to his death in Sola. Police investigations ongoing.
Ahmedabad FIR: 120 Online Entities Booked for Prostitution Rackets
Ahmedabad Crime Branch registers FIR against 120 online entities for running solicitation-prostitution rackets, circulating obscene content, and cheating citizens through online payments using AI-generated explicit material.
Pune Bus Accident: Elderly Woman Killed, Friend Hurt
A 75-year-old woman died and her 74-year-old friend was injured after being hit by a PMPML bus on Aundh Road in Pune. Police have registered a case against the driver.
Budget 2026: Duty-Free Fish in EEZ, 20,000+ Vets Plan
Union Budget 2026 announces duty exemption for fish caught by Indian vessels in EEZ/high seas, boosts seafood export inputs limit to 3%, and scales up veterinary professionals by over 20,000 to formalize animal husbandry.
Budget 2026-27: JJM Up Slightly, Namami Gange Reduced
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026-27 shows a slight increase in Jal Jeevan Mission allocation to Rs 67,670 crore, while Namami Gange Mission-II faces a reduction to Rs 3,100 crore from current year's Rs 3,400 crore.
Woman Kills 3 Kids in Badami, Survives Suicide Attempt
A tragic incident in Badami, Karnataka, where a woman allegedly killed her three children before attempting suicide. Police investigation is ongoing into the shocking family tragedy.
Deccan Herald Speak Out: February 2, 2026 Highlights
A comprehensive overview of the key opinion pieces featured in Deccan Herald's Speak Out section on February 2, 2026, covering diverse perspectives on current affairs and societal issues.
MP BJP Hails Union Budget 2026-27, CM Yadav & Dewda React
Madhya Pradesh BJP leaders including Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and State Finance Minister Jagdish Dewda praised Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2026-27, highlighting its focus on Vikasit Bharat, welfare schemes, and infrastructure deve
Odisha Minister's Park Visit Sparks Overnight Transformation
Housing Minister Krushna Mahapatra's inspection leads to rapid park makeover in Bhubaneswar. In Cuttack, a mother bites son over studies. Deputy CM Parvati Parida enjoys religious tourism.
Ludhiana: Miscarriage After Assault, Husband Booked
A woman in Ludhiana suffered a miscarriage after being brutally assaulted by her husband, police said. The accused has been booked under relevant sections of the BNS.
Pune Metro Receives Rs 517 Crore in Union Budget 2026-27
Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 517 crore for Pune Metro project. Funds to prioritize Phase-I completion including Pimpri-Nigdi line and Swargate-Katraj tunneling. Phase-II expansion planned for 2026-27 fiscal year.
Congress Slams Union Budget 2026 as 'Directionless'
Former CM Kamal Nath and PCC chief Jitu Patwari criticize the Union Budget 2026, calling it directionless and ignoring common people, farmers, youth, and middle-class families.
Transgender Stabbed to Death in Puri, Community Protests
A transgender woman was stabbed to death near Uttara Chowk in Puri district. Police are investigating, while the community protests at Capital Hospital demanding immediate arrest.
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