Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' Forum on January 23, 2026
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' opinion forum on January 23, 2026, featured diverse perspectives on current issues, fostering public discourse and democratic dialogue in India.
Category : Politics
Friend of Kilimanoor Accident Accused Arrested
Adarsh, 29, friend of main accused Vishnu, arrested for aiding evasion in Kilimanoor road accident that killed couple. Police extend probe to Tamil Nadu.
Ludhiana Park Shooting: Police Hunt Killers of Criminal Billa
Police in Ludhiana are investigating the fatal shooting of Pardeep Kumar 'Billa' in Jamalpur park. CCTV footage shows masked assailants fleeing on a scooter after the execution-style killing.
Kolkata Bus Crisis: Overcrowding, Digital Gaps Threaten Transport
Kolkata's bus network faces severe overcrowding, poor scheduling, and digital shortcomings, yet remains the most affordable daily transport for lakhs. Survey reveals 72% cite inadequate buses as top concern.
Bengaluru Showroom Fire Destroys 20 Vehicles, No Casualties
A fire at a Honda two-wheeler showroom in TC Palya, Bengaluru, gutted 20 vehicles including new bikes and customer vehicles. Fire officials suspect a short circuit caused the blaze, with no casualties reported.
Ludhiana Station: 1 Scanner for 55,000 Passengers Daily
Ludhiana Railway Station faces a severe security gap with only one functional luggage scanner handling 55,000 daily passengers, causing frequent breakdowns and manual checks during peak hours.
Jim Jordan Attacks Jack Smith in Trump Hearing
House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan launched a fiery attack on former Special Counsel Jack Smith, accusing him of political bias in the Trump investigation during a contentious Capitol Hill hearing.
Zelensky Slams EU's Greenland Troop Move at Davos
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky questioned Europe's Arctic security strategy at Davos, calling limited troop deployments in Greenland insufficient against Russia and China.
Trump's Peace Board Rejected by 8 NATO Nations Over Greenland
Eight NATO nations have rejected President Trump's newly launched Board of Peace initiative, raising questions about its legitimacy and impact on global diplomacy amid tensions over Greenland.
Trump Gets 'Total Access' to Greenland in NATO Security Pact
President Donald Trump announces negotiations for unlimited U.S. access to Greenland, calling it vital for Arctic security against Russia and China, with NATO confirming strategic deployment.
NATO Chiefs Face Davos Grilling Over Greenland, Arctic Security
Top NATO military leaders confronted intense questioning at Davos regarding Greenland, Arctic security, and alliance unity following President Donald Trump's comments. Officials denied active military planning for Greenland but emphasized NATO's readiness
Vijayasai Reddy Demands Jagan Withdraw Remarks, Denies Scam
Former YSRCP MP V Vijayasai Reddy demands Jagan Mohan Reddy retract critical comments, denies involvement in Andhra liquor scam, blames coterie for sidelining.
Bengaluru Traffic: Beyond Rankings to Systemic Solutions
Bengaluru ranks as world's second most congested city in TomTom-2025 report, but residents and experts say numbers understate reality. Urbanists call for holistic mobility solutions over road expansion.
Ludhiana MC Starts Door-to-Door Cow Dung Collection
The Municipal Corporation in Ludhiana has initiated door-to-door cow dung collection at Haibowal dairy complex to prevent pollution in Buddha Dariya, with a three-year tender awarded for waste management.
Ex-Sarpanch Surrenders in Goa Nightclub Fire Case After HC Rejects Bail
Roshan Redkar, the disqualified sarpanch of Arpora-Nagoa, surrendered before a Mapusa court in connection with the Birch by Romeo Lane fire that killed 25 people in December 2023, following Bombay High Court's anticipatory bail rejection.
Ludhiana Police Files Gangrape Case Against Three Men
Ludhiana police have registered a case against three men for allegedly gangraping a woman after luring her to an office near a religious place. The accused reportedly drugged her, recorded videos, and forced her to sign blank documents.
Patna Excise Dept. Ties Up with NeSL for Digital Docs
The Patna prohibition, excise and registration department has signed an MoU with National e-Governance Services Limited to implement digital document execution services, enabling electronic bank guarantees and e-stamp duty payments.
Bengaluru Traffic Crisis: Roads Static as Vehicles Double
Bengaluru's road network remains at 13,000km for a decade while vehicle registrations surge from 64.4 lakh to 1.2 crore, overwhelming inadequate public transport and causing city-wide congestion.
500 Kg Cannabis Seized, Two Arrested in Andhra Drug Bust
Munchangiputtu police in ASR district intercepted an SUV carrying 500 kg of dry cannabis, arresting two peddlers from Odisha while three others escaped in a major anti-narcotics operation.
Khanna Police Arrest Drug Peddler with 1 Kg Heroin
Khanna police arrested 23-year-old Gurmeet Singh, a Fazilka resident, with 1 kg heroin in Samrala. The accused, a driver addicted to drugs, was promised Rs 30,000 monthly as a drug courier.
Court to Frame Charges in Police Station Escape Case
A Merces court has ordered charges to be framed against three individuals, including a sentry guard, for their alleged roles in a 2024 escape from the crime branch police station in Ribandar.
Orissa HC Quashes OSSC Debarment of 58 JE Aspirants
Orissa High Court has overturned OSSC's order barring 58 junior engineer aspirants for 6 years over suspected paper leak, calling it unjust and disproportionate.
Court Rejects Bail in Mapusa Dacoity Case
A Merces court rejected bail to Safikul and Raju B, accused in a violent dacoity at Dr. Mahendra Ghanekar's Mapusa home. The court cited heinous crime, non-cooperation, and flight risk as reasons.
Goa Court Acquits Two in 2018 NCB Drugs Case
An additional sessions court in Goa acquitted two men accused in a 2018 narcotics case involving 2kg of charas near Dabolim airport. The NCB had alleged the drugs were intended for export.
Patna Municipal Corporation Empowers Women's Self-Help Groups
Patna Municipal Corporation held a review meeting to strengthen women's self-help groups, focusing on economic empowerment, financial aid, and technical training for sustainable livelihoods in urban areas.
Howrah Child Abduction: GRP Details Gang's Operation
Howrah GRP reveals how a three-year-old girl was abducted from Howrah station and trafficked to Rajasthan using advanced C5 technology evidence in court.
Revanth Reddy, Nara Lokesh Meet at Davos, Stress Telugu States Cooperation
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh met at Davos WEF summit, emphasizing mutual cooperation and healthy competition for development.
Kolkata Teen Missing After Family Confrontation
A 19-year-old student from Kolkata's Picnic Garden area has been missing since Monday evening after leaving home to buy biscuits following a family rebuke for skipping school.
Vance: US Missile Defense Needs Arctic Control, Greenland Vital
US Vice President J.D. Vance argues that controlling the Arctic, particularly Greenland, is essential for America's missile defense against potential threats from rivals like China and Russia.
Ludhiana Dairy Complex Flooded with Waste Water, Operations Halted
Ludhiana's Tajpur Road dairy complex faces severe waste water drainage crisis with flooded streets and choked roads. Dairy farmers and civic officials blame each other while operations remain paralyzed.
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