Bengali and Assamese chicken curry now available on Kamakhya-Howrah Vande Bharat sleeper train after political controversy over vegetarian-only menu. Railway minister announces non-veg option limited to chicken dishes.
The Deccan Herald Speak Out forum for February 3, 2026, features diverse public opinions on critical national and regional matters, including governance, economy, and social policies.
General MM Naravane's memoir is under official review, highlighting the scrutiny of military publications in India. This process ensures national security and protocol adherence.
A Maharashtra barber, aspiring for panchayat elections, allegedly murdered his 6-year-old daughter in Telangana to bypass the two-child norm. The crime was uncovered through a WhatsApp status appeal by police.
A wedding celebration in Jalalabad, Fazilka district turned deadly when gate-crashers clashed with the groom's family, resulting in the fatal shooting of a DJ's assistant. Police have arrested one suspect.
The National Green Tribunal has ordered the Punjab Pollution Control Board to submit a comprehensive freshwater balance assessment regarding alleged chemical effluent discharge by a pharmaceutical unit in Mohali's Sundran village.
A Maharashtra barber allegedly drowned his 6-year-old daughter in Telangana to become eligible for panchayat elections under the two-child norm, with police solving the case through WhatsApp.
Indian Railways introduces chicken curry on Kamakhya-Howrah Vande Bharat sleeper trains, reversing a controversial veg-only menu. The curry features regional Assamese and Bengali flavors.
EC officials state voters submitting non-notified documents during SIR hearings may be excluded from final rolls. EROs and AEROs uploading wrong documents could face disciplinary action.
A 12-year-old boy died after falling from the 15th floor of Tulip Violet society in Gurgaon's Sector 69. Police are investigating how he reached the society alone and whether it was an accident or suicide.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan invites state agriculture ministers for a national consultation on pulses in Vidisha village, diverging from usual Delhi venues.
The Indian Newspaper Society condemns Jammu and Kashmir Police's oral summons to journalists, calling it intimidation that bypasses due process and threatens press freedom.
Panchkula Municipal Corporation finally activates the 2008 Haryana Municipal Citizens' Participation Act by establishing area sabhas in every ward to enhance local governance and public involvement in development works.
A woman and her boyfriend were arrested in Gurgaon for murdering her husband in Faridabad. The crime was planned after the husband discovered their extramarital affair.
Patna traffic sub-inspector Pankaj Kumar suspended for dereliction of duty after failing to manage illegally parked sand trucks causing severe congestion on NH-139 near AIIMS Golambar.
The Enforcement Directorate's Hyderabad office has provisionally attached four properties worth Rs 2.9 crore under PMLA in a bank fraud case involving Subbaiah Korrapati, accused of cheating Syndicate Bank of over Rs 12 crore.
Punjab government informs NGT that contaminated drinking water in Zirakpur-Banur-Rajpura belt stems from ageing infrastructure. Show-cause notices issued to officials, while comprehensive AMRUT 2.0 project aims to replace old pipelines by December 2026.
Punjab Police's 'Gangstran Te Vaar' campaign results in 4,233 arrests, 14,382 raids, recovery of 116 weapons, and 283 proclaimed offenders nabbed in two weeks.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia in a disproportionate assets case, noting his seven-month custody and filed charge sheet. The ruling follows high court refusal and political allegations.
Markhel police night patrol team thwarted a burglary at Achyare Jewellers in Hannegaon village, arresting one suspect and recovering jewellery worth Rs 7.45 lakh in Nanded district.
Jalgaon health department cancels approximately 3,000 delayed birth and death certificates after investigation reveals illegal generation from Bhatpuri village. FIR registered against unknown persons.
A serious accident involving an electric SUV, scooter, and two sedans occurred on Dumas Road in Surat, leaving three injured. The driver faces charges under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Motor Vehicles Act.
A drunk driver lost control of his SUV at the Krushnamai festival near Ganapati temple in Sangli, hitting multiple vehicles and injuring 11 people including police personnel and minors. The driver was beaten by an angry mob before police intervention.
A 27-year-old man, Jagdeep Paswan, allegedly murdered his father in Surat's Pandesara area after being refused Rs 2 lakh for an autorickshaw. The incident occurred during a video call with his brother.
An assistant sub-inspector in Nagpur suspended for dereliction of duty after a 21-year-old woman was murdered at a hotel with expired licence. The victim's jilted lover arrested.
NDA MLAs from Manipur have arrived in Delhi for a crucial meeting to elect a legislature party leader, aiming to form a government before President's Rule completes one year on February 13.
The Enforcement Directorate has identified WhatsApp conversations as crucial digital evidence in the Andhra Pradesh skill development scam, revealing how 151.6 crore in proceeds of crime were physically moved through layered transactions.
Modern governance faces unprecedented challenges from pandemics, climate shocks, and disruptive technologies. Success now depends on wise judgment amid uncertainty, not prediction and control.
After Indore's water contamination deaths, the government reports 12,634 leakages repaired and 3,109 overhead tanks cleaned in Madhya Pradesh to ensure safe drinking water.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal criticized Congress for policy paralysis and corruption during UPA rule, praising Modi government's decisive leadership and economic progress.