A woman sub-inspector posted at Bihta police station in Patna has been suspended after a video showing her slapping a young man went viral. The incident occurred during a police response to a 112 call regarding a land dispute.
A 43-year-old truck driver died instantly after his vehicle struck a transformer and contacted high-tension wires in Gill village, Ludhiana. This marks the third such incident in the area since late 2023.
Police in Rourkela arrested a 55-year-old man for allegedly sexually assaulting an eight-year-old girl in Sundargarh district. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon when the child was alone at home.
Residents of Chandigarh are calling on local authorities to ensure proper upkeep of infrastructure to prevent monsoon-related issues like waterlogging and road damage.
Two unidentified men on a motorcycle snatched a bag containing Rs 7.9 lakh from a transport driver near Yavat, Pune. The incident occurred as the victim was heading to a puncture repair shop after a bank visit. Police have registered a case under BNS and
A 26-year-old woman labourer died by suicide at Sabarmati Ashram in Ranip, while a teenage construction worker fell to his death in Sola. Police investigations ongoing.
Ahmedabad Crime Branch registers FIR against 120 online entities for running solicitation-prostitution rackets, circulating obscene content, and cheating citizens through online payments using AI-generated explicit material.
A 75-year-old woman died and her 74-year-old friend was injured after being hit by a PMPML bus on Aundh Road in Pune. Police have registered a case against the driver.
Union Budget 2026 announces duty exemption for fish caught by Indian vessels in EEZ/high seas, boosts seafood export inputs limit to 3%, and scales up veterinary professionals by over 20,000 to formalize animal husbandry.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026-27 shows a slight increase in Jal Jeevan Mission allocation to Rs 67,670 crore, while Namami Gange Mission-II faces a reduction to Rs 3,100 crore from current year's Rs 3,400 crore.
A tragic incident in Badami, Karnataka, where a woman allegedly killed her three children before attempting suicide. Police investigation is ongoing into the shocking family tragedy.
A comprehensive overview of the key opinion pieces featured in Deccan Herald's Speak Out section on February 2, 2026, covering diverse perspectives on current affairs and societal issues.
Madhya Pradesh BJP leaders including Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and State Finance Minister Jagdish Dewda praised Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2026-27, highlighting its focus on Vikasit Bharat, welfare schemes, and infrastructure deve
Housing Minister Krushna Mahapatra's inspection leads to rapid park makeover in Bhubaneswar. In Cuttack, a mother bites son over studies. Deputy CM Parvati Parida enjoys religious tourism.
A woman in Ludhiana suffered a miscarriage after being brutally assaulted by her husband, police said. The accused has been booked under relevant sections of the BNS.
Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 517 crore for Pune Metro project. Funds to prioritize Phase-I completion including Pimpri-Nigdi line and Swargate-Katraj tunneling. Phase-II expansion planned for 2026-27 fiscal year.
Former CM Kamal Nath and PCC chief Jitu Patwari criticize the Union Budget 2026, calling it directionless and ignoring common people, farmers, youth, and middle-class families.
A transgender woman was stabbed to death near Uttara Chowk in Puri district. Police are investigating, while the community protests at Capital Hospital demanding immediate arrest.
Residents and leaders in Prayagraj praise the Union Budget 2026-27 for its focus on religious tourism, MSME investment, and Tier-2 city development, calling it a step toward a self-reliant India.
The 16th Finance Commission's recommendations shift tax allocations, giving southern states Rs 18,330 crore more while Hindi heartland states face a Rs 17,338 crore dip in 2026-27.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes Union Budget 2026-27 as 'Humpty Dumpty' budget with nothing for common people. Details on new tax slabs, price changes, and political reactions.
Karnataka state government employees' association plans a major protest rally to pressure Congress-led government for restoration of old pension scheme, with venue and date to be announced soon.
A four-month-old foetus was discovered abandoned near a residential flat in Penta Homes society, Zirakpur, sparking panic. Police have registered a case and are reviewing CCTV footage to identify those responsible.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced seven high-speed rail corridors in Budget 2026, including Siliguri-Varanasi-Delhi, to transform travel and boost regional integration.
Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya praises Union Budget 2026-27 as a roadmap for developed India, focusing on women empowerment, rural development, and economic growth.
Bhubaneswar is set to benefit from the City Economic Regions initiative announced in the Union Budget, with Rs 5,000 crore allocated per CER over 5 years to boost urban infrastructure in Tier II and III cities.
Political parties in Chandigarh have issued sharply divided responses to the Union Budget and UT Budget for 2026-27, with Congress and AAP criticizing allocations while BJP praises growth focus.
Karnataka LoP R Ashoka supports Union Budget 2026, saying it addresses everyday issues and encourages sandalwood cultivation, while criticizing CM Siddaramaiah's tax approach.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah criticizes Union Budget 2026, accusing the Centre of neglecting state's irrigation projects and financial needs in a strong political rebuke.
Panchkula Municipal Corporation initiates a comprehensive behavior change communication campaign to improve waste management and sanitation following a sharp decline in Swachh Survekshan rankings.