Delhi government introduces collateral-free loans up to Rs 10 crore for city-based entrepreneurs with Centre providing 75-90% guarantee. Scheme targets one lakh beneficiaries initially.
Delhi Transport department warns PUC centres to upload clear videos of pollution checks or face strict action. Over 12,000 defaulters found in January as part of pollution control measures.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's absence from a crucial Parliamentary Strategy Group meeting at Sonia Gandhi's residence has widened his rift with the party leadership, with senior leaders noting his non-attendance.
India and the European Union issue a joint statement supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, signaling a departure from past differences. The statement also addresses Gaza peace efforts and Indo-Pacific cooperation.
The Supreme Court has called for legislative intervention in acid attack cases, suggesting measures like shifting the burden of proof to the accused and attaching convicts' assets for victim compensation.
The Budget Session of Parliament commences with the government rejecting Opposition demands for discussions on SIR and the G RAM G Act. Opposition parties also criticize the lack of legislative business details ahead of the session.
Brendan Gunn, brother of viral Olympic breakdancer Rachael Gunn, pleads guilty to handling $181,000 in suspected crime proceeds from cryptocurrency investment fraud targeting Australian investors.
Patna police seized 13 kg of marijuana from a CNG autorickshaw near the six-lane bridge, arresting three individuals from Vaishali. The contraband was being transported to Gandhi Maidan.
Telangana Roads Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy pledges to close corporate schools to promote government education, citing teacher quality and student pressure issues during a school inauguration.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation has approved significant revisions to civic policies, including increased licence fees for commercial establishments, mutation charges, and rents for community halls and public venues to boost municipal revenue.
Bengaluru police are searching for five cash logistics employees accused of misappropriating Rs 1.4 crore meant for ATM deposits through systematic under-filling schemes over several months.
DMDK presses for 20 assembly seats and a Rajya Sabha berth in alliance talks, citing post-Vijayakant sympathy wave. DMK and AIADMK deem demands unrealistic given DMDK's 0.4% vote share in 2021.
Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani chaired an all-party meeting in Jaipur, calling for dignified debate. Opposition leader Tikaram Jully demanded time for Budget and CAG report discussions.
A Hyderabad-based businessman faces cheating and forgery charges after allegedly submitting a forged bank guarantee to ACC Limited, the cement arm of Adani Group, causing a loss of nearly Rs 2 crore.
Rajasthan CID Intelligence arrested a 28-year-old man in Jaisalmer for allegedly spying for Pakistan's ISI, transmitting confidential Indian Army information since 2024 after being honeytrapped.
The Rajasthan Assembly's Budget session begins Wednesday, featuring the state Budget presentation on Feb 11, three key Bills including the contentious Disturbed Areas Bill, 2026, and heated debates on exam irregularities and local elections.
Canadian PM Mark Carney confirms tense phone call with Donald Trump over Davos speech warning about superpowers, denies softening stance despite US claims.
The Deccan Herald Speak Out public forum on January 28, 2026, featured diverse opinions on governance, economy, and social policies, reflecting citizen engagement in national discourse.
A Deccan Herald cartoon humorously depicts former US President Donald Trump's nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize, sparking debate on global peace efforts.
India and the European Union have signed a landmark Security and Defence Partnership, their first comprehensive framework. The pact aims to enhance cooperation in maritime security, defence technology, cybersecurity, and counter-terrorism.
India and the EU have adopted the Joint Comprehensive Strategic Agenda towards 2030, focusing on technology, innovation, economic security, and supply chain resilience to elevate bilateral ties.
A woman from Karnataka eloped with her husband's relative, and both individuals ended their lives in a tragic incident that has shocked the local community.
The Telangana High Court expressed serious concern over official apathy in disbursing compensation to a 74-year-old whose land was acquired 15 years ago for the Mid Manair project in Rajanna Sircilla district.
A tragic accident occurred in Vadodara's Makarpura GIDC industrial estate where a man was crushed by a crane. The victim, Vinoo Bhabhor from Dahod, died on the spot. Police have registered a case against the crane driver for reckless driving causing death
Congress registers Nagpur Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance at divisional commissioner's office while mayoral elections remain unscheduled nearly four years after NMC dissolution, with BJP holding majority.
Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) has expressed interest in contesting the Srirangam assembly segment as part of the DMK alliance. The party seeks 12 constituencies and plans to expand its presence in rural areas ahead of the 2026 assembly elections.
The Karnataka Assembly witnessed a heated debate as BJP members demanded the resignation of the Excise Minister over alleged Rs 6,000 crore corruption, pressing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for answers.
A heated debate erupted in the Karnataka Legislative Council as Congress and opposition parties clashed over a motion of thanks, with opposition leader questioning procedural validity.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation addresses traffic congestion with 60 new parking facilities and daily anti-encroachment drives. Mayor Sushma Kharakwal directs officials for swift action on civic issues.
A Cambodian woman was detained at Lucknow's CCS International Airport after security found a banned satellite phone in her baggage. She was released after questioning revealed cultural differences in phone usage.