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Monsoon Halts, Heatwave Threatens Southern and Eastern Uttar Pradesh

The Southwest Monsoon's progress into Uttar Pradesh has been impeded due to current weather patterns. Southern and eastern parts of the state are now anticipating a spell of heatwave conditions.

17 Jun 2026

Delhi Braces for Rain; Northeast and Bihar on High Alert for Heavy Downpour

The Indian Meteorological Department has forecast rain for the national capital, Delhi. Meanwhile, several northeastern states and Bihar are bracing for significant rainfall.

17 Jun 2026

DH Speak Out: A Glimpse into June 17, 2026 Discussions

Deccan Herald's 'DH Speak Out' initiative is scheduled for June 17, 2026. Further details regarding the event's content are exclusively available to paid subscribers.

17 Jun 2026

NDDB and MCD Partner to Clean Yamuna by Managing Dairy Waste

The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to redirect the city's dairy waste. This initiative aims to prevent organic pollution in the Yamuna River by channeling waste into biogas and fertilizer production facilities.

17 Jun 2026

NCERT Faces Criticism for Altering Indus Valley Figurine in Textbooks

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has drawn criticism for altering a famous Indus Valley Civilisation artefact, the bronze figurine, by adding clothing to it in textbooks.

17 Jun 2026

Census 2027 Policy Shift Could Address Kashmir's Education and Employment Woes

India's upcoming Census 2027 presents an opportunity to simultaneously improve classroom education and generate employment for educated youth in Kashmir through a minor policy adjustment.

17 Jun 2026

Tarik Anwar Slams Govt Over NEET Irregularities, Other Issues

Congress MP Tarik Anwar has voiced strong criticism against the BJP-led central government and the Uttar Pradesh administration. His concerns encompass alleged irregularities in the NEET exam, the functioning of the RSS, and the state government's policies regarding madrasas.

17 Jun 2026

NTA's Telegram Ban Questioned Ahead of NEET-UG Retest

Experts suggest the National Testing Agency's ban on Telegram might prove ineffective as millions of students prepare to retake the NEET-UG exam on June 21 following widespread paper leak allegations.

17 Jun 2026

Delhi Police Dismantle Pakistan-Backed Terror Network, Seven Arrested

Delhi Police have apprehended seven individuals suspected of belonging to a Pakistan-backed terror syndicate. The arrests are believed to have thwarted planned attacks and disrupted illegal arms trafficking operations.

17 Jun 2026

ED Summons 9 Gulmarg Hoteliers in Roshni Scheme Land Scam Probe

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned nine prominent hoteliers in Gulmarg, including Mushtaq Ahmad Ganai alias Chaya, in connection with alleged money laundering related to the erstwhile Roshni scheme. The investigation focuses on irregularities in government land transfers.

17 Jun 2026

Elderly Neglect Persists Despite Legal Safeguards

A significant gap exists between the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, and its effective implementation, as awareness of the law remains low.

17 Jun 2026

Anand Police Reject Plea for Bangladeshi Woman Facing Deportation

Authorities in Anand have ruled out any relief for a Bangladeshi woman detained and facing deportation. Her husband has appealed for leniency for the mother of two.

17 Jun 2026