A Lucknow man posing as a special secretary in the Uttar Pradesh government allegedly defrauded four individuals of Rs 48.60 lakh by promising commercial hall construction in Barabanki. Police are investigating his use of official-looking vehicles and acc
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu disclosed that he advised President Trump to dismantle Iran's nuclear infrastructure entirely, not just limit enrichment, and addressed Gaza war progress.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the state government to decide on implementing an optional online nomination system for elections within 60 days, aiming to enhance voter accessibility and modernize electoral processes.
Patwaris in Punjab's Muktsar district have refused to perform non-revenue duties, citing overwork and legal constraints, causing administrative disruptions.
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) will hold an important executive meeting on February 19 to discuss key religious and administrative matters affecting Sikh institutions.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico faces criticism from EU leaders for his meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, arguing dialogue is key to ending the Ukraine war.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced the Lok Sabha will debate and vote on the opposition's motion to remove Speaker Om Birla on March 9, with the NDA's majority likely to defeat the move.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated the 3rd Vikram Trade Fair in Ujjain, highlighting the city's surge in business, trade, and religious tourism, with Mahakal Jyotirlinga seeing record footfall and commercial revenue rising significantly.
A 26-year-old IT employee and his associate were arrested in Lucknow for allegedly operating a sophisticated ATM card-swapping racket across multiple states, cheating around 110 people of nearly ₹30 lakh.
A 57-year-old man and his wife died after a speeding car hit their two-wheeler on Mhow-Neemuch Highway in Mandsaur district. The driver fled but was later arrested by police.
A tragic road accident near Jindal Aluminium in Anchepalya claimed five lives, including two teenagers, when a speeding car collided head-on with a KSRTC bus late Saturday night.
A Maharashtra real estate agent's sensational claim of Rs 400 crore loot in Belagavi district has been proven false after technical investigations revealed major discrepancies, leading to court acquittal of all suspects.
A shocking abduction in Lucknow turned out to be a covert police operation from Rajasthan, targeting a constable wanted in a 1998 criminal case with a Rs 45,000 reward.
A Class 12 student in Lucknow, arrested for a hit-and-run that killed a 6-year-old, alleges brake failure caused the accident. Police have seized the vehicle for mechanical inspection.
In Bangladesh's recent election, the BNP secured a major victory, with four minority MPs, including two Hindus, elected to parliament, highlighting political shifts and minority representation.
Unverified rumors of child lifters in Noida villages have sparked panic, leading parents to quit jobs, change shifts, and keep children home from school despite police assurances of no evidence.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will represent India at the swearing-in of Bangladesh's new government led by Tarique Rahman on Feb 17, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri accompanying him.
Piyush Dhanotiyah, a 25-year-old MBA student, was produced in court and remanded to police custody for three days in connection with the murder of his girlfriend in Indore. The accused fled to Mumbai after the crime.
A post-Valentine's Day campaign by tax professionals in Madhya Pradesh encouraged writing wills as acts of love, distributing over 1000 formats and sparking estate planning conversations.
Police in Indore have arrested two men for the brutal murder of a 45-year-old man during a failed robbery attempt on MR-4 Road. The victim was stabbed repeatedly after resisting the attackers.
A 19-year-old college student in Indore's Dwarkapuri area filed an FIR against a neighbor for alleged molestation and criminal intimidation after he approached her house claiming to feed the family dog.
The Defence Ministry has transferred land to Railways for Dr Ambedkar Nagar station redevelopment, clearing encroachments to enable platform extension and line expansion for improved capacity.
Over 500 families in Madurai's Theerthakadu area, lacking electricity, water, and roads for decades, announce election boycott and plan to return land pattas in protest against systemic neglect.
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' forum on February 16, 2026, showcases diverse public opinions on key issues, fostering democratic dialogue and community engagement.
Over 20,000 candidates have gathered at Chandrapur police ground for 215 constable positions. Officials emphasize transparency, safety, and humane arrangements, with strict protocols and medical support in place.
A tragic head-on collision between a two-wheeler and a van near Karumathur in Madurai has claimed three lives, including a seven-year-old girl. The victims were on their way to a hospital when the accident occurred.
Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal alleges BJP twisted his comments on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Tipu Sultan to create communal tension and divert from key issues like trade and Epstein files.
A 65-year-old farmer from Pachgaon village in Maharashtra's Chandrapur district died after consuming pesticide, reportedly driven to despair by repeated crop failures and financial strain over three years.
A devastating head-on collision between a two-wheeler carrying five people and a tourist van near Vilathikulam in Tuticorin has resulted in five fatalities, including two young children. Chief Minister M K Stalin has announced compensation for the victims
Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar has strongly refuted allegations made by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut regarding a dispute in Alibaug, terming them a politically motivated 'cheap stunt' aimed at gaining mileage.