DH Cartoon: Satire on SEAL Legal Immunity Case
A Deccan Herald cartoon critiques the legal immunity of SEALs, using satire to highlight accountability issues in military operations and sparking public debate.
A Deccan Herald cartoon critiques the legal immunity of SEALs, using satire to highlight accountability issues in military operations and sparking public debate.
Deccan Herald's Speak Out column on March 25, 2026, features diverse public opinions on governance, economy, and social policies, highlighting civic engagement in India.
The commissioning of Gurgaon's Sector 72 water boosting station faces another delay, now expected by mid-April. The project, crucial for SPR sectors, has been plagued by setbacks since 2019.
The Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon has imposed fines totaling Rs 1.8 crore through 9,002 challans for sanitation and environmental violations between March 2025 and March 2026, with polythene use being the most common offence.
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RecommendedThree men accused of loot were arrested in Ballia district after an exchange of fire with police, leaving two with leg injuries. Police recovered firearms, cartridges, and stolen jewellery.
North Central Railway implements indigenous Kavach Automatic Train Protection system on 190 km Prayagraj-Kanpur section, enabling speeds up to 160 km/h on eight train pairs initially.
The Pune Traffic Police app launched in June 2025 has received 240,000 complaints, resulting in 170,000 challans. Citizens report violations like triple-seat riding and tinted windows, aiding police in managing traffic across the city's 518 sq km area.
Pune Municipal Corporation finalizes eight locations for dedicated roadside markets with parking, inspired by Delhi's Palika Bazaar, to relocate illegal vendors and ease footpath congestion.
A Tirunelveli court has sentenced three individuals to life imprisonment for the 2021 murder of a temple priest amid a community dispute over temple administration and revenue sharing in Seevalaperi village.
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RecommendedIndore bench sentences four health officials to two months imprisonment for contempt in Mandsaur ward boy regularization case, with compliance issues spanning years.
A 38-year-old labourer died and another was injured after an old building collapsed in Prayagraj's South Malaka area. Rescue operations by police and fire department saved one worker.
Madhya Pradesh's metropolitan development plan for Bhopal will encompass 2,523 villages across 12,000 square kilometres, with adjoining districts included. The project aims to address unplanned urbanisation while preserving local body powers.
Retired professor Jaidev fights for ex-gratia after son Flight Lieutenant Varun Kumar's 2009 death declared battle casualty. Haryana govt ignores high court orders.
Tennis legend Leander Paes met BJP national president Nitin Nabin in Kolkata, fueling speculation about his potential entry into West Bengal politics ahead of the 2026 elections.
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RecommendedOver 200 people gathered in Panaji's Azad Maidan to protest the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill 2026, which replaces self-identification with medical certification. Protesters called the bill regressive and harmful to community rights.
A male tiger was successfully rescued from Gundlupet in Karnataka by the Forest Department after it strayed into human settlements, highlighting wildlife conservation efforts.
Delhi's budget includes a state-level gig workers' welfare board and restrooms linked to Atal canteens, but unions raise implementation concerns over accessibility and clarity.
Pune's traffic police face severe challenges with only 675 personnel on ground, outdated infrastructure, and delayed projects. DCP Himmat Jadhav discusses solutions and the urgent need for systemic improvements.
Pune's standing committee proposes a 50% discount on PMPML bus fares for citizens above 60, alongside plans for Metro integration, new parking spaces, and road maintenance with private firms.
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RecommendedTwo separate fires broke out in Indore at a cattle feed factory and a scrap warehouse, causing significant damage but no injuries. Firefighters used over 70,000 liters of water to control the blazes.
Pune Municipal Corporation's budget offers no blanket tax waiver for properties up to 500 sqft, despite BJP manifesto promises. Only a 50% discount for women owners announced, sparking criticism from civic activists.
Police in South Delhi have arrested six individuals, including a woman, following a violent road rage incident in Sangam Vihar. A family traveling from Faridabad was assaulted and their car vandalized after a dispute over right of way.
Rumors of petrol shortage triggered panic buying across Indore, Ujjain, Dhar, and other Madhya Pradesh districts, leading to long queues and temporary disruptions. Authorities assure adequate fuel supplies.
Maharashtra minister Madhuri Misal announced that while 10 villages have agreed to merge into Kolhapur Municipal Corporation, the actual expansion will likely occur only after the 2027 Census, addressing long-standing civic challenges.
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RecommendedMP High Court dismisses petition challenging Rs 972 crore contract for 112 emergency police vehicles, citing no procedural flaws in the award to a Secunderabad-based firm.
A violent clash erupted between Naam Tamilar Katchi and DMK functionaries in Karaikudi after NTK's Idumbavanam Karthik made offensive remarks against Congress MLA Mangudi during a TV debate.
Pune's civic budget proposes a major riverfront development with attractions like a sky wheel and zipline, but environmentalists warn it could worsen river pollution and encroachment issues.
The Pune Municipal Corporation's standing committee presented a Rs 15,669 crore budget for 2026-27, featuring a 50% property tax waiver for women homeowners and a London Eye-style riverfront park project.
The UK is set to lead a multinational naval coalition, including the US, to secure the Strait of Hormuz against threats like naval mines, aiming to protect global oil shipping amid the Iran conflict.
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RecommendedMohali Police files a 350-page chargesheet against eight accused in the murder of Kabaddi promoter Kanwar Digvijay Singh alias Rana Balachauria, with arrest warrants for five absconding suspects and Bambiha gang claiming responsibility.