Court Slams CBI's 'South Group' Label in Liquor Policy Case
A Delhi court criticized the CBI's use of 'South Group' in its chargesheet, calling it arbitrary and raising fairness concerns under Article 21 of the Constitution.
Category : Politics
Shukla: Tax Reforms Key to Inclusive Development at Shimla Conference
Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla emphasized tax reforms as crucial for inclusive, sustainable development at an ICSSR conference in Shimla, praising GST and trust-based approaches.
BJP's Excise Policy Attack: First Blow to AAP's Image
The BJP leveraged Delhi's excise policy controversy to challenge AAP's anti-corruption credentials, using protests and court rulings to build a narrative of corruption, ultimately weakening the party's moral standing.
DH Toon Satirizes 'Sab Changa Si' Political Rhetoric
A recent editorial cartoon from Deccan Herald critiques the 'Sab Changa Si' narrative in Indian politics, using satire to highlight perceived gaps between government claims and public reality.
Deccan Herald Opinion: Governance, Economy, and Policy Insights
A comprehensive analysis of Deccan Herald's opinion section covering critical topics such as governance, economic reforms, public policy, and societal issues, offering unique perspectives and expert commentary.
Ahmedabad Police Bans Forced Holi Celebrations
Ahmedabad Police Commissioner G S Malik issues strict orders prohibiting forced application of colors during Holi celebrations from Feb 28 to March 7, ensuring public safety and consent.
Ahmedabad Traffic Cop Injured by Speeding Rider
A traffic head constable in Ahmedabad was seriously injured after a two-wheeler rider knocked him down during a routine check near Sanand bridge underpass. The rider has been booked for negligent driving.
Karnataka Bypolls: Congress, BJP Gear Up for Assembly Seat Battles
Karnataka's Congress and BJP are strategizing for bypolls in Davanagere South and Bagalkot assembly seats, with Congress aiming to retain control and BJP seeking to challenge. Both parties are forming committees and shortlisting candidates amid internal d
Badlapur School Bus Driver Arrested for Molesting Student
A 38-year-old school bus driver in Badlapur has been arrested for allegedly molesting a 12-year-old student, marking the fourth such case since September 2024. The incident has exposed ongoing negligence in child safety norms.
Shepherd Arrested for Murder of Elderly Woman in Farm Grazing Dispute
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar police arrest a shepherd for allegedly stoning a 75-year-old woman to death following a dispute over grazing animals. The crime occurred in Shekta shivar, with the victim found in a pool of blood with head injuries.
Kerala Health Minister Discharged Amid Injury Controversy
Kerala Health Minister Veena George discharged from hospital after injury during protest, sparking criticism from Congress over medical protocols and travel arrangements.
Nagpur: Teachers Charged Under POCSO for Tribal Girls Abuse
Two teachers at a Gadchiroli ashramshala face POCSO charges for alleged sexual advances and physical assault on 22 minor tribal girls, sparking calls for stricter school safeguards.
Kerala Police Bust Bengaluru Drug Racket, Arrest Delivery Agent
Kerala police raided a house in Bengaluru's Electronics City, seizing MDMA pills worth over Rs 1 crore and arresting a food-delivery agent from Assam. The bust highlights the ongoing trend of inter-state police operations targeting narcotics networks.
Kolkata BLOs Help Voters Re-Enroll After App Shows Deletions
Booth Level Officers in Kolkata are helping voters whose names were deleted from the electoral roll, as revealed by the BLO App 24 hours before the final list publication. They are assisting with Form 6 submissions for re-enrollment ahead of assembly elec
Madras HC Cancels Bail for 12 in BSP Leader Armstrong Murder
Madras High Court cancels bail for 12 accused in BSP leader K Armstrong murder case, orders surrender by March 6. Wife's plea and police petition cited investigation risks.
Bengaluru Man Arrested for Illegal Gun Purchase Over Love Dispute
A 26-year-old Jayanagar businessman was arrested by Bengaluru CCB for procuring a country-made pistol and 50 rounds from Bhopal, claiming he needed protection from his girlfriend's family.
Delhi Court Grants Bail to All 14 JNU Students in Clash Case
A Delhi court has granted bail to all 14 students arrested following a violent clash at Jawaharlal Nehru University. The incident involved alleged assault and vandalism on campus.
Sanjay Singh Jailed but Not in Chargesheets, Court Informed
AAP MP Sanjay Singh, who was in jail for six months, has informed the court that he is not named in any chargesheets related to the Delhi excise policy case, raising questions about his detention.
Armed Assailants Attack Man with Knife in Ludhiana Home Invasion
In a shocking incident in Ludhiana, armed assailants barged into a house and attacked a man with a knife, causing serious injuries. The victim was rushed to the hospital as police launched an investigation into the violent home invasion.
Shopkeeper Attacked in Ludhiana Over Old Rivalry
A shopkeeper was brutally attacked by three assailants in Ludhiana's Kirpal Nagar area, with police citing an old rivalry as the motive. The victim sustained serious injuries and is hospitalized.
HC Fines Woman Rs 10,000 for Delaying Divorce Proceedings
Karnataka High Court imposes a Rs 10,000 cost on a woman for repeatedly seeking adjournments in a 2019 divorce case, criticizing her for wasting court time and frustrating legal proceedings.
High Court Orders Sakaala Act Compliance in Tahsildar Offices
The Karnataka High Court has directed the revenue department to ensure notice boards display application statuses as per the Sakaala Act, following a petition over delayed khata transfer.
Gujarat HC Fines Govt Rs 1.5 Lakh Over Teacher Recruitment
The Gujarat High Court imposed a Rs 1.5 lakh fine on the state government for unfairly excluding three qualified candidates from physical education teacher posts, ordering their consideration and payment of compensation.
Kerala: Bomb Attack on KSU Leader's Home Triggers Political Row
Masked assailants hurled explosives at the residence of KSU district secretary Bithul Balan in Kozhikode, causing significant damage. The incident has ignited fierce political accusations between Congress and CPM in Kerala.
Vande Bharat Bengaluru-Mangaluru Route Faces Technical Delays
Technical hurdles in the Sakleshpur-Subrahmanya Road ghats section are delaying Vande Bharat trains on the Bengaluru-Mangaluru route. The RDSO has not cleared the train's operation due to braking system issues in the complex terrain.
Trump's Praise for Pakistan Hints at US Stance in Afghan Conflict
Former US President Donald Trump's recent praise for Pakistan's leadership is seen as a diplomatic tilt amid escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with both sides engaging in military strikes.
Body Left Outside Mortuary for Hours in Chennai Due to Police Delay
A 42-year-old driver's body lay outside a Chennai hospital mortuary for nearly two hours as police delayed filing an FIR and formal request for postmortem due to inspector's bandobast duty.
Kerala: Three Districts Get New Collectors in Reshuffle
Three districts in Kerala—Thrissur, Kasaragod, and Malappuram—have received new collectors as part of a routine administrative reshuffle following election-related norms.
No Forest Land Change for Mundra Port: Gujarat Govt
The Gujarat government informed the assembly that there has been no conversion of forest land for Mundra Port and SEZ in the past two years, addressing queries on Eco Zone classification charges.
SC to Examine Creamy Layer Criteria for Married OBC Women in Jobs
The Supreme Court will decide whether a married OBC woman's creamy layer status for government job reservations should be based on her husband's income or her parents' income, including pensions.
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