BJP Ends Congress Era in Nanded, Wins Civic Majority
BJP secures majority in Nanded-Waghala Municipal Corporation, breaking Congress's 27-year hold. MP Ashok Chavan's leadership credited for the historic win.
Category : Politics
Mysterious Projectiles Found in Mumbai Society Under Probe
Police in Mumbai are investigating the discovery of projectiles at a Lokhandwala housing society, with forensic tests pending to determine if they are bullets or pellets.
Haryana Minister Meets Gadkari, Discusses Road Projects
Haryana's Public Health Engineering Minister Ranbir Gangwa met Union Minister Nitin Gadkari in Nagpur. They discussed ongoing and proposed road, highway, and bridge projects in Haryana.
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' Platform Amplifies Public Voices
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' platform on January 20, 2026, showcases diverse public opinions on national and local matters, fostering democratic dialogue and community engagement.
DH Cartoon Sends Message to Trump
A Deccan Herald cartoon uses satire to send a pointed message to former US President Donald Trump, highlighting political commentary in Indian media.
Ladakh Shia March Backs Iran, Slams US-Israel
Hundreds of Shia protesters, including women, marched in Leh carrying placards of Iran's Supreme Leader. They expressed solidarity with Iran and accused the US and Israel of conspiring against the country.
Omar Govt Slams Jammu Statehood Demand as 'Pakistani Agenda'
The Omar Abdullah government strongly opposes calls for Jammu's separate statehood, calling it a Pakistani and ISI agenda. Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary says such demands are un-Indian.
Patna HC Grants Record 463 Bails in Liquor Cases
Patna High Court sets new record by granting 463 bails in prohibition cases in one day, criticizing poor implementation of liquor laws and incarceration for small quantities.
Hisar: Youth Murdered in Farm, Throat Slit with Spade
A 28-year-old man was brutally murdered in Hisar's Mahmadki village. His throat was slit with a spade. Police investigate as his marriage was recently fixed.
Merz: Europe Will Respond to Trump's Greenland Tariff Threats
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warns Trump's tariff threats over Greenland will harm transatlantic ties. He says Europe seeks talks but will respond if needed, backing Denmark and Greenland's sovereignty.
Kolkata Airport Has Highest Women CISF Staff in India
Kolkata airport now hosts 350 women CISF personnel, the highest at any Indian airport. This comes as CISF creates its first all-women battalion and commando unit to boost gender inclusion and security capabilities.
Haryana Police Chief Orders Crackdown on Organized Crime
Haryana DGP Ajay Singhal chairs high-level meeting, directs officers to intensify efforts against organized crime and maintain strict law and order across the state.
SC Directs BDO to Surrender in Kolkata Murder Case
The Supreme Court has directed Rajganj BDO Prashant Burman to surrender before a Salt Lake court by January 23 in connection with the murder of gold trader Swapan Kamilya.
Delhi Cops Stabbed, Still Arrest History-Sheeter
Two Delhi Police constables, Kuldeep and Neeraj, sustained stab wounds while chasing a history-sheeter in Shahbad Dairy but overpowered him, seizing a loaded pistol and knife. The accused, Ravi alias Panchi, faces multiple charges.
Mira-Bhayandar Metro Starts Next Month, Roads Concreted Soon
State Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announces Mira-Bhayandar metro service operational next month and road concreting within two years, boosting Thane's connectivity.
Mumbai Constable Injured by Fleeing Biker at Checkpoint
A police constable in Mumbai suffered injuries after a motorcyclist rode over his foot while attempting to escape a police check-post in Malad (E) early Sunday morning.
Kolkata Woman Assaulted in Hit-and-Run Near EM Bypass
A woman on a scooty was allegedly hit by a car, assaulted, and robbed of her gold chain by two men near Roy Dhaba on Chowbaga Road. Tiljala Police are investigating the incident.
Cuttack Jail Escape Sparks FIR War Between Officials
Two senior jail officials in Odisha have filed FIRs against each other over the escape of two murder accused from Choudwar circle jail, trading accusations of misconduct and negligence.
Nitin Nabin's BJP Nomination Hailed as Democratic Milestone
BJP leaders celebrate Nitin Nabin's nomination for national president, calling it a proud moment for Bihar and a testament to the party's internal democracy.
Odisha Plans New Land Management Act to Replace Old Laws
Odisha government prepares to introduce a comprehensive land management act in the upcoming assembly session, aiming to replace multiple outdated revenue statutes with a single streamlined law.
Nephew Kills Uncle in Vaishali Over Insult
A 50-year-old man died after his nephew slit his throat in Bahuara village, Vaishali. The accused confessed to attacking his uncle for calling him 'mad'.
Begusarai Farmer Shot Dead at Home, Police Investigate
A 58-year-old farmer was killed in his sleep in Begusarai's Lakhminia Sonar Tola. Police found evidence suggesting the assailant fled on a motorcycle.
Youth Found Dead in Patna Abandoned House, Probe On
Police discovered the body of 21-year-old Mehtab Alam in an abandoned house in Patna's Minhaj Nagar. Forensic teams and CCTV checks are underway to determine the cause of death.
Accused in Minor Girl Abduction Escapes Buxar Police
A man arrested for allegedly abducting a minor girl escaped from Buxar town police station lock-up on Monday morning, prompting protests by the victim's family over police lapses.
Bihar CS Reviews Agri Stack, Sets Kisan Registry Target
Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit reviewed the Agri Stack and Kisan Registry campaign, directing officials to achieve 50% target by 2026. He also assessed key infrastructure projects in Bihar.
Denmark Snubs Trump at Davos Amid Greenland Standoff
Denmark officials refuse Trump's Davos invite as US tariff threats over Greenland escalate tensions. EU considers retaliation, sparking protests at the forum.
Activist Files Petitions Over Student Death, Alleges Cover-Up
Human rights advocate Subodh Kumar Jha petitions national and state commissions, alleging inconsistencies in investigation of medical aspirant's death in Patna.
EU Responds to Trump's Greenland Tariff Threats
European leaders condemn US President Donald Trump's tariff threats over Greenland, preparing emergency meetings and potential use of the Anti-Coercion Instrument in Brussels.
Woman's Body Found with Injury Marks in Jamui
The body of a 42-year-old woman was discovered in a Mahadalit settlement in Jamui district. Police found multiple injuries on her body, raising suspicions of murder.
Delhi Buses in 150 Accidents, 41 Fatal, in 2024-25
Delhi Transport Corporation and cluster buses were involved in nearly 150 accidents, including 41 fatal ones, in 2024-25. Government data reveals overspeeding, poor training, and chaotic traffic as key factors.
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