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Outlay for general education goes up in Kerala Budget

Total allocation is 1,477.57 crore. Of this, 1,032.28 crore has been earmarked for improving quality and academic standards. Former Education Minister V. Sivankutty says the Budget lacks vision

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:56 pm

All parties in T.N. Assembly back resolution against Karnatakas Mekedatu project

LoP Udhayanidhi Stalin said that when Karnataka pursued the project, the DMK government under then Chief Minister M.K. Stalin had strongly opposed it

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:54 pm

Aham Pravahini: Tracing a rivers journey through Bharatanatyam

Conceived and choreographed by Shobana Bhalchandra, the production was premiered recently at Kalakshetra in Chennai.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:51 pm

Rajnath Singh stresses defence self-reliance at Nagpur facility launch

He was speaking at the ground-breaking ceremony for a 10,000-tonne aluminium extrusion press at the state-owned Yantra India Limited (YIL) in Ambajhari, Nagpur.The new facility will help reduce dependence on imports of critical aluminium components

Mid Day 19 Jun 2026 4:44 pm

Theatre stampede case: Court issues summons to actor Allu Arjun, others

The Hyderabad police had earlier filed a charge sheet against 23 persons in the court in connection with the case

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:42 pm

Operation Tiger: Aaditya Thackeray calls six dissident Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs shameless and ungrateful

Meanwhile, Sanjay Raut claimed that there was disagreement among the party's dissident MPs over who from among them would become a Union minister

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:32 pm

Thousands attend Youth Congress job fair on Rahul Gandhi's 56th birthday

The job fair was organised jointly by the Indian Youth Congress and the Delhi Congress

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:29 pm

The Draft UGC Curriculum: Education or Politics?

To discuss the details of this Learning Outcomes-based Curriculum Framework (LOCF), The Hindu organised a webinar on September 20, at 5 p.m. titled, The Draft UGC Curriculum: Education or Politics?.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:28 pm

How AI can be a tool to train students on critical thinking

The Hindu hosted a live webinar titled, How AI can be a tool to train students on critical thinking, on August 30 at 5:00 p.m.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:28 pm

Andhra Pradesh Government schools tie up with Canva for free design tool

Canva for Education will be free for students, teachers and officials, and is proposed to link with the States LEAP app and Chromebook system

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:27 pm

Gen Z attitude? Or outdated work culture? What takes the blame?

The Hindu hosted a live forum titled Gen Z attitude? Or outdated work culture? What takes the blame? on Friday, August 9, at 5:00 p.m. This interactive forum had voices from different generations and professional backgrounds to examine how Indias work culture is being reshaped and what it means for both employers and employees.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:26 pm

How to bounce back from career breaks with confidence?

The Hindu hosted a live webinar, titled How to bounce back from career breaks with confidence?, on July 26 at 5:00 p.m. The panellists included Sarabjeet Sachar, Founder & CEO, Aspiration; Gauri Das, Senior Vice President at India Factoring & Finance Solutions; and Shourya K. Chakravarty, CHRO, Aptech Limited.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:26 pm

Why do Indian students go abroad for MBBS?

To understand this economic dynamic of medical education in India, The Hindu hosted a live webinar on July 19, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. The panellists included Dr. Sunil Sharma, Director, The MD House; Ayushi Sharma, Student, Orenburg State Medical University; Kadwin Pillai, Managing Director, Transword Educare.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:25 pm

Is the new draft B.Pharm syllabus making graduates market-ready?

The Hindu hosted a webinar titled, Is the new draft B.Pharm syllabus making graduates market-ready?, to look at what value additions have happened in the syllabus and how it is being implemented. The panellists were Dinesh Madan, Chairman, Retail and Distribution Chemists Alliance, RDCA; Prof. Ramesh K. Goyal, Vice-Chancellor, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research University; Dinesh Dua, Managing Director of DRIPK Enterprises; and Javed Ali Jamia, Head, the Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:25 pm

Maharashtra row: NEP and three-language policy

The Hindu hosted a webinar titled, Maharashtra row: NEP and three-language policy, on July 12, at 5:00 p.m. The panellists included Laxmikant Deshmukh, Chairperson, Maharashtra government-appointed Language Consultation Committee; and Deepak Pawar, Founder-President, Marathi Study Center. The webinar was moderated by Vinaya Deshpande Pandit, Maharashtra Chief of Bureau, The Hindu.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:24 pm

Japanese government invites Indians for jobs, higher studies

The Hindu hosted a webinar titled Japanese government invites Indians for jobs, higher studies, on October 4, 2025. The panel had on-board Jenica Kalra, Assistant Director, JETRO; Sameer Arora, Principal, Shiv Nadar School, Gurgaon; Sagar Bahadur, Executive Director, Asia & Head of Regional Strategy, Acumen; Hargun Luthra, Senior Advisor, University of Tokyo.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:23 pm

The Hindu webinar explores competency-based approaches to Maths education

The Hindu hosted a webinar titled Teaching Maths for competency-based assessment, on November 1, at 5:00 p.m. The panellists included Parijat Jain, Author of S.M.A.R.T. Minds Mathematics Series; Vizhiyan, Mathematics populariser; Mathews K. Thomas, Mathematics Educator, Don Bosco School; and Geeta Mahashabde, Director, Navnirmiti Learning Foundation. The webinar was moderated by Ravina Warkad, Senior-Sub Editor with the education vertical of The Hindu.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:22 pm

Mid-segment housing emerges as Indias new wealth engine

Mid-segment housing is increasingly becoming the preferred route for buyers seeking a balance of homeownership

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:20 pm

Andhra Pradesh SSC supplementary results: pass rate climbs to 82.39%, says Nara Lokesh

The Minister said 78,261 of 94,990 students passed the May exams, crediting a 20-day coaching plan held after the SSC public examinations

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:17 pm

J&K's Bandipora Woman Delivers Baby on Roadside After Hospital Discharge, Probe Sought

A woman in J&K's Bandipora district allegedly gave birth on a roadside within 30 minutes of being discharged from a government hospital, triggering public outrage and demands for an inquiry into possible medical negligence. The incident comes amid an ongoing high-level investigation into the death of a pregnant woman at GMC Rajouri, further raising concerns about maternal healthcare services in the Union Territory.

IBTimes 19 Jun 2026 4:13 pm

Indian Army Repatriates Pakistani Youth Who Inadvertently Crossed LoC in Kashmir's Kupwara

The Indian Army on Friday repatriated a Pakistani national, Asad Khan, who had inadvertently crossed the Line of Control into Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district on June 12. After completing legal formalities, Khan was handed over to Pakistan Army officials at the Aman Setu in Teetwal. The Army described the move as a reflection of its commitment to humanitarian values and military professionalism.

IBTimes 19 Jun 2026 4:11 pm

How a simple two-minute walk can help both prevent hypertension and detect it early

While two-minute activity breaks taken every 3060 minutes can significantly reduce average blood pressure and improve vascular health, a two-minute walk test can be used to spot early signs of cardiovascular dysfunction, especially in asymptomatic or newly-diagnosed hypertensive individuals, say experts

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:11 pm

How better footpaths can decongest Indian cities and boost urban productivity

Pedestrian-first planning offers economic gains, cleaner air, smoother commutes, and healthier everyday movement

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:09 pm

Raigad ACB arrests revenue official, peon for accepting Rs 30,000 bribe

Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a revenue official and a peon in Raigad for allegedly demanding and accepting a Rs 30,000 bribe to process a land-related proposal. The duo was caught in a trap laid by the ACB after the complainant reported the alleged demand

Mid Day 19 Jun 2026 4:07 pm

India calls Pakistan 'Frankenstein state' at UN, accuses it of backing terrorism

Responding to remarks by Pakistan and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), India's First Secretary to the UN, Anupama Singh, rejected allegations against India and reiterated

Mid Day 19 Jun 2026 3:59 pm

Kerala Budget: Private investment the only way to boost States economy, says Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan

He dismisses Opposition allegations that the UDF is promoting privatisation and says that the government intends to introduce new economic models.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:59 pm

International Yoga Day 2026: Gujarat Targets Record Participation of 12.5 Million Citizens

Gujarat is set to celebrate International Yoga Day 2026 on a grand scale, with over 1.25 crore citizens expected to participate in yoga sessions across 24,000 events statewide.

Web Dunia 19 Jun 2026 3:59 pm

India eyes return of Formula 1 by 2030: FMSCI president

India is aiming to host Formula 1 by 2030. The country also plans to bring MotoGP and a World Rally Championship round by 2028. The Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India is working with the Sports Ministry on this. The focus is on developing Indian drivers and motorsports infrastructure.

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 3:57 pm

Amaravati quantum facility cools home-built refrigerator to -269C

The State government said the cooling marked the first major milestone for its quantum hardware facility at Medha Towers

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:55 pm

Forget chatbots, Mukesh Ambani wants to own India's entire AI economy

Reliance Industries is set to transform artificial intelligence access in India. The company plans to build a sovereign AI backbone and offer AI services across various sectors. This initiative aims to make AI affordable and widely available to all Indians. Reliance is focusing on infrastructure and distribution, much like its successful Jio telecom venture.

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 3:55 pm

World's first trillionaire Elon Musk reveals SpaceX's biggest hiring challenge was convincing married engineers to relocate to Starbase near the Mexican border

Elon Musk has identified family relocation as one of SpaceX's biggest hiring challenges in Texas, saying many engineers and technicians hesitate to move to Starbase because employment opportunities for their partners are limited. Speaking on a podcast, Musk described it as the company's significant other problem and explained how the remote South Texas location differs from SpaceX's former base in California.

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 3:53 pm

Jharkhand RS polls: Cross voting allegations unwarranted, CPI(ML) Liberation leader writes to Congress chief Kharge

Jharkhand Congress in-charge K. Raju had blamed Rashtriya Janata Dal and CPI (ML) Liberation for the Congress candidates defeat in the Rajya Sabha polls

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:53 pm

Reliance Retail building garment manufacturing ecosystem: Mukesh Ambani

The company is also building a future-ready garment manufacturing ecosystem which will deliver better-quality garments to customers at the most competitive cost

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:49 pm

Lebanon says 18 killed in strikes, Israel reports deaths of 4 soldiers

With all due respect to the Americans, Israel must make it clear to the entire world that the blood of our sons and the security of our citizens are not up for bargaining, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir said in a statement.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:45 pm

Asia's richest man Ambani announces what could be India's biggest share sale

India's largest telecom operator is expected to raise around $4bn (3.02bn), according to media reports.

BBC 19 Jun 2026 3:43 pm

India initiates anti-dumping probe against a Chinese, Japanese chemical used in tyre, rubber items

India has launched an anti-dumping investigation into Resorcinol imports from China and Japan. This action follows a complaint alleging that cheap imports are harming the domestic industry. The Directorate General of Trade Remedies will determine if dumping has occurred and caused injury. If confirmed, duties may be recommended to ensure fair trade practices for Indian producers.

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 3:42 pm

Best parenting quote of the day by Immanuel Kant: 'If you punish a child for being naughty, and reward him for being good, he will do right just for the reward...' Why morality should not depend on rewards or fear explained by the German philosopher

Best Immanuel Kant Quote of the Day: Immanuel Kant argued that rewarding children for good behaviour can teach them to act for external rewards rather than from a genuine sense of morality. He believed this approach may encourage people to prioritise personal gain over ethical principles when rewards are absent. Instead, Kant's philosophy emphasises doing the right thing out of an inner sense of duty, regardless of rewards, punishments or consequences.

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 3:38 pm

India-UK FTA more than just about trade: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

The India-UK Free Trade Agreement will enter into force on July 15. This pact goes beyond trade and technology, promising to open doors for people in both nations. Annual bilateral trade is expected to significantly increase. Prime Minister Modi also discussed trade talks with the European Union, with an agreement anticipated by year-end.

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 3:36 pm

Shivpal once said SP has become party of thieves, mafias: OP Rajbhar doubles down attack on Samajwadi Party

Shivpal ji was betrayed. After Mulayam Singh ji, Shivpal Yadav should have been the CM, but instead, he was pushed out of the party. Shivpal ji once said the Samajwadi Party has become a party of thieves and mafias. He had warned that such a party cannot survive, Rajbhar, the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief, told ANI.

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 3:31 pm

Kerala Budget: UDF govts plan to shift IFFK to Kochi may face technical hurdles, including losing accreditation

Capital Thiruvananthapuram has hosted the previous 30 editions of IFFK

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:30 pm

Mumbai chief selector Rajesh Pawar excited for the responsibility

It is an honour but even more importantly, a huge responsibility, Pawar told The Hindu after the Mumbai Cricket Association announced its selection panels for the 2026-27 season

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:29 pm

Everything We Know From the Latest Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer

Marvel Studios has just released the second trailer for their highly anticipated film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and it has quite a lot to unpack.

Deccan Chronicle 19 Jun 2026 3:26 pm

D.K. Shivakumar's Masterstroke? Cross-Voting Hands Congress a Big Win in Karnataka, NDA Stunned

Congress secured 5 of 7 Karnataka MLC seats after alleged cross-voting by BJP and JD(S) legislators. The result strengthens D.K. Shivakumar's position and deals a major blow to the NDA alliance.

Web Dunia 19 Jun 2026 3:22 pm

Mumbai transport crisis: Lakhs stranded stranded as BEST bus workers launch indefinite strike

Mumbai ground to a halt this morning as a massive, multi-union strike pulled BEST buses off the roads across all 27 depots.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:17 pm

SC flags brain drain in legal profession, directs creation of fund for young lawyers

The top court observed that the lack of a steady client base and limited remuneration in the early years of practice often result in acute financial hardship

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:16 pm

Conventional warfare and means relevant even today as they were in 1947, says Rajnath Singh

The Defence Minister noted that India's defence production surged to more than 1,78,000 crore in 2025-26, which was just 46,000 crore in 2014

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:16 pm

Affinidi and CardInfoLink Put the Missing Trust Layerfor AI Agents into Production

As businesses race to solve how AI agents transact, the layer that governs their behaviour has been missing. Affinidi and CardInfoLink have now put it into live production.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:09 pm

Malaysia Visit: Narayana Studies Safe Practices In Solid Waste Management, Low Cost Housing

Bukit Tagar is known as the largest sanitary land filling area. The minister studied the scientific method in which solid waste is being buried in soil to avoid harmful effects to the environment

Deccan Chronicle 19 Jun 2026 3:09 pm

MediThinQ and Synovis Micro Companies Alliance, Inc. Announce Strategic Global Distribution Agreement to Redefine Microsurgery with the SHIYA 3D Visualization Platform

Multi-year exclusive agreement to expand access to next-generation 3D surgical visualization worldwide

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:08 pm

Cision Launches AI Coverage Analysis in CisionOne to Help PR Teams Move from Coverage to Action

AI Coverage Analysis helps communicators understand the story behind their media coverage, surface key narratives, and identify what to do next

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:08 pm

Supreme Court declares the right to walk carefree on footpaths a fundamental right

The apex court judgment said walking powered the Freedom Struggle, politics and social reforms, but is yet to be recognised as a fundamental right; Asks government to frame a law to protect walkers on the footpath; Establish a regulator

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:04 pm

Nooru Sami movie review: Swasika elevates an uneven tale of widow remarriage

Swasika anchors director Sasis drama about widow remarriage, but excessive melodrama blunts its emotional impact

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:03 pm

Thousands Attend Youth Congress Job Fair, Revealing Scale of Unemployment

Calling the initiative a silent protest, IYC alleged that the BJP-led Centre had failed to generate adequate employment opportunities for the youth

Deccan Chronicle 19 Jun 2026 2:59 pm

Kerala Budget announces anti-ragging law, student distress app in memory of J.S. Sidharthan

Satheesan says ragging and campus violence continue to be major issues in colleges across the State and that such tendencies also act as barriers to student admissions

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 2:59 pm

Delhi HC Defers Hearing on Salman Khan's Plea Against 'Kala Hiran'

The actor contends that although his name is not expressly used, the posters, promotional content and public statements made by those associated with the project make him readily identifiable.

Deccan Chronicle 19 Jun 2026 2:58 pm

Selfie Suicide Video Of A Man Alleging Krishna Lanka CI Of Torture Surfaces

A video surfaced online featuring a Dalit man, Perupogu Kranthi Kumar, who had accused Inspector Nagaraju of driving him to suicide through his alleged harassment and torture.

Deccan Chronicle 19 Jun 2026 2:57 pm

Farmers Report Skin Issues as TN Probes Tata iPhone Parts Factory Pollution

The health investigation opens a new front in an environmental dispute that has become a test case for India's push to become a major manufacturing hub for Apple iPhones

Deccan Chronicle 19 Jun 2026 2:55 pm

Top US Scientist Funded Wuhan Lab That Sparked Covid? A Big Expose

Tulsi Gabbard, who last month quit as Trump's intelligence chief, said Anthony Fauci funded dangerous gain-of-function research on bat coronaviruses at the Wuhan Institute of Virology.

NDTV 19 Jun 2026 2:54 pm

Visakhapatnam Collector inspects fertiliser outlets, electoral roll revision in Bheemunipatnam

M. Abhishikth Kishore reviewed urea distribution, the Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls and a schools AI lab during the visit

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 2:54 pm

Disabled, single and looking for love in India

Why romance remains one of the last taboos in Indias disability conversation, and how dating apps, families and society continue to fail disabled people

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 2:53 pm

Shiv Sena turns 60: Uddhav faction faces existential crisis, Shinde group battles for relevance

Mumbai's Shiv Sena marks 60 years with its factions facing significant challenges. Uddhav Thackeray's group confronts an existential crisis, while Eknath Shinde's faction battles for relevance against a dominant BJP. The party's historical alliance with BJP fractured, leading to the current division.

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 2:52 pm

People in their 40s suddenly realise their closest friends are no longer the same. Studies say the silent friendship breakup happens after adults lose this childhood habit

Why friendship ends: As people enter their forties, close friendships often quietly fade due to increased responsibilities and diverging life paths. The natural proximity that once fostered connections diminishes, requiring deliberate effort to maintain relationships. When one person consistently initiates contact, it can become emotionally exhausting, highlighting the need for reciprocal effort in friendships.

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 2:51 pm

World's highest-consuming 10 pc causing environmental damage of up to USD 5.7 trn annually: Study

The world's top consumers, mainly in the US and EU, cause trillions in environmental damage annually. Biodiversity loss and climate change are the biggest culprits. This study highlights the significant impact of a small percentage of the global population. Mitigation efforts focused on these high consumers can drive sustainability and improve equity.

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 2:49 pm

Jio mulls plans to get into Satellite Communications

Jio is evaluating the development of a sovereign Low Earth Orbit satellite constellation for India, he said

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 2:49 pm

Kerala Budget earmarks record outlay of 5,952 crore for road renovation

A Road Architecture Wing will be formed to upgrade and modernise the roads, bypasses and junctions in Kerala to international standards

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 2:48 pm

Ebola cases in DR Congo rise to 896, death toll reaches 232

Health authorities recorded 21 new confirmed cases, including six deaths in the eastern provinces of Ituri and North Kivu and said more than 6,300 contacts are being monitored

Mid Day 19 Jun 2026 2:44 pm

NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: NTA Changes Exam Centre in Prayagraj, Issues Fresh Admit Cards

NTA has shifted the NEET UG 2026 re-exam centre in Prayagraj due to construction work and power issues. Fresh admit cards have been issued for the June 21 examination.

NDTV 19 Jun 2026 2:42 pm

Revanth Reddy Thanks Rajnath Singh for Clearing Path for Gandhi Sarovar Project

The approval marks an important milestone in the Government of Telanganas vision for the comprehensive rejuvenation of the Musi River: CM

Deccan Chronicle 19 Jun 2026 2:40 pm

Board approves Jio IPO, DRHP to be filed on June 19 with SEBI: Mukesh Ambani

This is a deeply emotional moment for me, for the entire Reliance Family, and millions of its shareholders, Mukesh Ambani said

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 2:40 pm