The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court ruled that under current law, no person or party can be barred from elections solely for influencing voters based on caste or religion, stating this is a legislative matter.
A 65-year-old property dealer was brutally murdered in his Hansi office. Police are investigating the robbery angle as his gold chain and bracelet were missing. The assailants used sharp weapons and firearms.
A Bombay High Court-appointed lawyers' committee in Nagpur reported 528 trees trapped in concrete across the city, breaching tree-protection rules. The court has demanded explanations from the civic body.
Odisha has provided tap water connections to 68.45 lakh rural households, achieving 77.21% coverage. Minister V Somanna detailed initiatives including PMKSY projects and Rs 7,712 crore funding under JJM.
A Delhi court has summoned Congress leaders Jairam Ramesh, Pawan Khera, and Ragini Nayak in a criminal defamation case filed by India TV's Rajat Sharma over allegations of using a tampered video.
Chinese Consul General in Kolkata Xu Wei calls for more direct flights between India and China, especially Kolkata-Kunming route, and announces cultural expansion plans beyond Kolkata Book Fair.
A Bengaluru ambulance driver was arrested for illegally using emergency sirens and lights while driving home without a patient. Police caught him after a tip-off from the hospital.
Former Behror MLA Baljit Yadav, known for his anti-corruption run in Jaipur, has been arrested by ED for allegedly embezzling Rs 3.7 crore from MLA Local Area Development funds meant for school sports equipment.
The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a PIL seeking demolition of the Koramangala Passport Seva Kendra, ruling the land was lawfully allotted to the Centre after correcting survey number errors.
Kerala's PWD minister reveals public works rest houses converted to 'people's rest houses' generated Rs 32 crore revenue with over 5 lakh bookings, boosting tourism infrastructure.
Kerala State Human Rights Commission directs residents to submit written grievances about the coastal highway project to the district collector, clarifying it cannot cancel government notifications.
A 65-year-old man's fall caused by a loud motorbike in Coimbatore has exposed the city's growing problem with altered silencers. Police have seized vehicles, filed cases, and are targeting shops that install illegal exhausts.
Vattiyoorkavu police register case against BJP councillor R Sugathan after MLA V K Prasanth complains of obstruction at Mahila Mandir inauguration in Vazhottukonam, highlighting ongoing political tensions.
An 18-year-old youth was arrested in Berhampur for allegedly kidnapping and attempting to rape a 14-year-old girl in Kandhamal district's forest area. Police are searching for his accomplice.
Gangster Subham Lonkar allegedly paid Rs 40,000 to arrange the scooter used in the firing at filmmaker Rohit Shetty's Juhu bungalow. Four Pune youths arrested, Lonkar still at large.
Deccan Herald's Speak Out forum on February 4, 2026, featured diverse public opinions on governance, economy, and social issues, reflecting citizen engagement in democratic discourse.
A Deccan Herald cartoon depicting India beating the US 18-0 has ignited discussions on global power dynamics, diplomatic relations, and media representation in international affairs.
Following the tragic air crash that claimed Ajit Pawar's life, Sunetra Pawar is expected to assume the role of NCP national chief, with party leaders expressing unanimous support for her leadership.
Chhattisgarh High Court upholds family court order denying maintenance to a woman living separately from husband without sufficient reason, citing her refusal to return despite conjugal rights petition.
A ground incident at Mumbai airport involved two Airbus A320 aircraft whose wingtips brushed during taxiing operations. No injuries reported, DGCA investigating.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee demands impeachment of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over SIR exercise, plans to discuss with INDIA bloc parties and personally argue case in Supreme Court.
Sheikh Nasimuddin, a waiter at Kolkata's iconic Olypub, was granted bail after being arrested for allegedly serving beef instead of mutton. The restaurant reopened to larger crowds showing solidarity.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk suggests Jeffrey Epstein may have been a Russian intelligence asset, citing documents showing Epstein's extensive Russian connections and possible kompromat operations.
Supreme Court expresses shock over Jharkhand HC judge reserving verdict for two years, highlighting systemic delays in justice delivery and calling for urgent reforms.
Indian Railways has regularized the Trichy-Tambaram special train into a permanent express service with new numbers 16807 and 16808, operating five days a week with multiple halts.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Punjab government to suspend election notifications for nine municipal corporations and over 100 municipal councils and committees. The court's order came in response to petitions challenging the legality
A Mohali trial court has rejected the Punjab vigilance bureau's application seeking to bar SAD functionary Bikram Singh Majithia from entering Punjab as a bail condition, citing his residency and constitutional rights.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin announced DMK's alliance seat-sharing panel formation soon, criticized Union Budget for neglecting TN, and paid tribute to Annadurai on his death anniversary.
A tragic road accident in Hisar's Dhandhoor village claimed the life of Head Constable Shamsher and injured driver Jasbir Singh from Fatehabad CIA team. The incident occurred during a night operation.
Rajasthan High Court grants bail to Shaitan Singh, arrested in 2019, citing gross violation of his right to speedy trial under Article 21. Court flags prolonged custody without trial progress as unjustified.