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PM Modi Addresses Massive Rally in Hooghly, Calls for Change Amid Corruption Concerns

Hooghly, April 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a large public gathering in Hooghly on Sunday. He sharply criticized the Trinamool Cong

Reading habit guides children towards success, says tax official

Provide fixed fund of at least 1 crore for academic chairs in universities: Prof. Baraguru Committee to government

While some academic chairs have a capital of 5 lakh, others have been given up to 5 crore. There is no uniformity in the amount of capital given

Long queues, closed petrol bunks spark fuel shortage fears in Andhra Pradesh

LSG Wins Toss Against KKR, Opts to Bowl First in IPL 2026 Clash

Lucknow, April 26: In the 38th match of IPL 2026, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) faced off against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Bharat Ratna Sh

Advertorial tracing Ramesh Chennithalas political odyssey raises eyebrows in UDF circles

Advertorial, which risked being perceived as a political hagiography, appeared close on the heels of the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee presid

H-FAST directs oil traders told to stop loose sales within 15 days

Delayed Films Caught in Limbo!

The film industry is in shuffle mode, with film releases being rescheduled as studios rethink strategies amid an uncertain box office climate. Se

Congress will be in disarray if it loses Siddaramaiah, warns Vatal; bats for his continuation beyond 2028

Amit Shah vows to implement UCC, end goonda raj in Bengal if BJP comes to power

Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledged to end 'goonda raj' and 'syndicate raj' in West Bengal if the BJP wins. He stated the party will identify a

IPL 2026: Rabada, Sai Power Gujarat Titans To 8-Wicket Win Over CSK

Gujarat cruised to 82 for one in 10 overs and swiftly brought the equation down before accomplishing the chase with 20 balls to spare

Telangana reels under intense heat as eight districts cross 44C

Temperatures in Rayalaseema Reach Alarming Levels; Region Like a Virtual Furnace

The region feels like a virtual furnace, with residents struggling to cope with daytime temperatures

Workshops, rallies to mark AHINDA silver jubilee celebrations

Minister Satish Jarkiholi says issues concerning State Congress, including change in Chief Minister, will be resolved soon

Gujarat Titans Dominate Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026 Match

Chennai, April 26: The Gujarat Titans (GT) triumphed over the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 8 wickets in the 37th match of the Indian Premier Leag

International delegates witness polling process in T.N. Assembly election

Civic officials clear encroachments, free up space for vehicles on the busy NSB Road in Tiruchi

The Town Vending Committee unanimously resolved to designate NSB Road as a no-vending zone and identify alternative locations for traders as per

Goyal To Meet EPC Members, Industry On Monday

Merchandise exports posted the steepest fall in five months, declining 7.44 per cent in March to $38.92 billion due to trade uncertainty and geop

Heat wave to persist over parts of northwest, central India for next 3 days: IMD

Scorching heat wave conditions are set to grip northwest and central India for the next three days. The India Meteorological Department has issue

KSRTC fined 30,000 for denying seat to sick passenger

Osmania University celebrates 109th Foundation Day,reflecting on its legacy and future in higher education and innovation

Two highway defects in Karnataka over three years: Debarment, repairs ordered

Data from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, accessed by The Hindu, revealed that 67 projects across the country recorded major deficie

Ambedkar Porata Samithi calls for health survey in rural areas of Bobbili

NIA arrests prime accused in West Bengal bomb blast case

The accused, Ahidul Islam Molla of Bijoyganj Bazar area in South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, was arrested following detailed examination

Fuel Scarcity Artificial, No Shortage in AP: Malakondaiah

He alleged that some people were spreading rumours with the intention of tarnishing the image of the Central and state governments

Pneumonia continues to be among the leading causes of infant deaths in Karnataka: Economic survey

Tirupati 5K rally promotes self-enumeration for Census 2027 success

Telangana Government to Provide Sewing Machines for Self-Employment of Women from Backward Classes

Hyderabad, April 26: The Telangana government has announced a plan to provide automatic sewing machines to skilled women from backward classes, a

Release 2 tmcft water from Narayanpur to tide over acute scarcity in Kalyana Karnataka

Congress MLA B.R. Patil says Aland and Afzalpur taluks, apart from other areas in the region, are reeling under severe heatwave conditions

Bhoomi Pooja for BSY Abhimanotsava held in Chitradurga

Gujarat local body polls voting: Three people, including a candidate, die amid high heat

Gujarat conducted local body elections on Sunday. Amid temperatures as high as 44 degrees Celsius, three individuals, including a Jamnagar Munici

15-year-old boy electrocuted

5K Runs Held in Three Godavari Districts for Census Awareness

To create awareness on the Census self-enumeration programme in their respective district headquarters

Massive Crowd Welcomes PM Modi During Kolkata Road Show, Women Express Hope for Change

Kolkata, April 26: A tremendous wave of enthusiasm swept through Kolkata on Sunday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a road show amid the West

Adaikala Madha Shrine car festival celebrated with grandeur

Collector warns against tomato farmers exploitation

Karnataka transport operators welcome V2V communication technology, but seek support for smooth implementation

The V2V communication system allows vehicles to share real-time data such as position, speed, and direction with nearby vehicles.

Kallayi desilting project gathers pace, 45% work completed

Telanganas Welfare Model Sets a Benchmark at National Retreat

Hyderabad, April 26: Welfare Minister Adaluri Lakshman Kumar stated on Sunday that Telanganas comprehensive and visionary welfare model has set a

Sahyadri Engineering College, Christ (Deemed-to-be-Unviersity) sign MoU

BDL delivers the first indigenous wire-guided heavyweight torpedo to NSTL

Karnataka leadership change: Chief Minister and me will abide by high commands decision, says DKS

A day after returning from Delhi, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said that he and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah would abide by the Congress

Automatic sewing machines to 1,000 women each in 119 constituencies at 100% subsidy: Ponnam

Minister reviews implementation of the scheme

Pakistan eases restrictions on twin cities with no possibility of U.S.-Iran talks

The deployment of police and other law enforcement personnel remains active, but restrictions on the movement of regular commuters have been rela

Fatal Road Accident in Southern Afghanistan Claims Two Lives and Injures Five

Kabul, April 26: A tragic road accident in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left five others

Gunman believed to be targeting Trump administration officials: U.S. Attorney General

The suspect will be formally charged in federal court on Monday (April 27, 2026) with assault of a federal officer and discharging a firearm in a

Short Circuit Sparks Fire at Sri City Unit, None Hurt

Prompt action by workers helped avert a major mishap

Madurai Readers Mail

Microplastics Everywhere: Scientists Turn to Moringa for Relief

Meanwhile, researchers are concerned about the impact of ingesting microplastics in humans, as it has already been linked to digestive issues and

Language Debate Heats Up in Mumbai: Jay Madan Advocates Unity Through Marathi

Mumbai, April 26: The debate surrounding language, identity, and religious beliefs has intensified once again in Mumbai. During the Mumba Devi te

There is no disruption in issuing STs certificates to Talawar community, says MLC

This comes a day after JD(S) State secretary Shivakumar Natikar, who is from the Talawar community, said that certificates are not being issued

Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission allows KSEB to procure up to 250 MW to meet summer demand, but slams poor planning by utility

Contingency scenarios during summer not a new phenomenon in Kerala; KSEB should have gained sufficient experience from past years, says commissio

Indias Peak Power Demand Hits Record 256 GW as Heat Wave Intensifies

As per the power ministry data, peak power demand set a new high of 256.11 GW at 1538 hrs on Saturday, and it was fully met

Vikramjit Sahney called me to join Azaad group but I refused, claims AAP RS member Seechewal

He also claimed that he was never allowed to speak on any bill in the Upper House, as it was Mr. Chadha and Mr. Pathak who would always speak

Health Camps and OPDs Established Along Char Dham Yatra Routes

Rishikesh, April 26: Special Duty Officer Prajapati Nautiyal announced on Sunday that transit camps have been set up along the Char Dham Yatra ro

Where are Kaddu and Dholu? Delhi Airport faces heat over missing dogs

A Delhi court has also intervened, asking local police to explain why no FIR has been registered so far. The next hearing is scheduled for April

Police raid coffee plantation, 749kg ganja worth 80 lakh seized

ATHLETICS | Kwizera blazes to TCS World 10K Bengaluru record

Niyonkuru overcomes Jepchirchirs stiff challenge for the international womens title; Harmanjot and Sanjivani record best timings among Indian men

Sagar Mitras thank Nellore MP for six-month extension of PMMSY scheme

Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders Live Score Updates, IPL 2026

Thunderstorms likely in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh until May 3

IMD predicts hot and humid weather in the rest of the State, with temperature in Rayalaseema hovering around 42-44 Celsius until April 28; severe

Passengers douse minor fire in Charminar Express, no injuries reported

Krishna Hegde Predicts End of TMC Rule in Bengal, Foresees BJP Government

Mumbai, April 26: In a bold assertion regarding the West Bengal assembly elections, Shiv Sena leader Krishna Hegde claimed that the reign of Mama

At least 16 dead in strikes as Chernobyl anniversary highlights nuclear risks of Russia-Ukraine war

Recent strikes across Ukraine and Russia have claimed at least 16 lives. Attacks hit Dnipro, Sevastopol, and Luhansk. Ukraine also struck an oil

Stay Away From Drugs, Take to Sports: EAGLE Chief

He said the Andhra Pradesh government had constituted EAGLE as a dedicated mechanism to safeguard the future of youth and build a drug-free socie

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Orders Action Plan to Address Fuel Shortage

Amaravati, April 26: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed district collectors to implement an immediate action plan to

Vizag Has Adequate Fuel Stocks, Say Officials

They urged citizens to avoid panic buying, warning that unnecessary hoarding could strain the distribution system

Mali Defence Minister killed, fresh fighting between army and rebels

Defence Minister Sadio Camara, his second wife and two of his grandchildren died after a car bomb attack on his home in the junta stronghold of K

Shot fired at advocates house in Belagavi

Right to safe travel on National Highways part of right to life: Supreme Court order

NHs contribute 30% of accidents in India; SC prohibits construction/operation of dhabas, eateries on right of way of any NHs

TVK chief Vijays assets: Another case in Madras High Court questions loan extended to estranged wife Sangeetha

The litigant, a voter from Perambur, says the actor-turned-politician had not properly explained large amounts of loan extended by him to various

The Hindu NiE schools excel in SSLC exams in Bengaluru

Goa Board Announces Class 10 Results with 94.51% Pass Rate

Panaji, April 26: The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education has released the Class 10 examination results. This year, a total of

Kanyaka Parameswari Jayanti celebrated with religious fervour in Vizianagaram

BJP will end 'goonda raj', 'syndicate raj' if it comes to power in Bengal: Shah

Mr. Shah said if the BJP is voted to power in West Bengal, it would implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), end polygamy and enforce the ban on t

Bangladeshs Startup Ecosystem Faces Crisis Amid Funding Decline

New Delhi, April 26: Bangladeshs once-thriving startup ecosystem is under pressure due to a significant decline in funding. According to a recent

Thiruvananthapuram native scripts history with Ironman feat across six continents

Suresh Sam Chandy completes global endurance milestone with a landmark finish at Ironman South Africa in Port Elizabeth on April 19

Amit Shah vows implementation of UCC, end polygamy, triple talaq ban in Bengal if BJP wins

Acting US attorney general says shooting likely targeted Trump administration officials

A man opened fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated the suspect targeted Trump administratio

Over 5.18 Million Domestic LPG Cylinders Distributed in a Day, Supply Remains Normal: Government

New Delhi, April 26: According to an update released by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Sunday, over 5.18 million domestic LPG cylin

Iran Drops Lego-Style Clip Mocking Trump Over White House Dinner Shooting

The video refers to the White House dinner chaos after reports of gunfire led to a sudden evacuation of Trump and other top leaders.

Google Data Centre is a catalyst for North Andhras growth: Palla

The $15 billion project in Vizag will generate large-scale employment and strengthen digital infrastructure, paving the way for a global AI hub b

NIA arrests prime accused in West Bengal bomb explosion case

The bombs had exploded while being assembled as part of the conspiracy in March, killing one of the accused

Railways to build underpass at Chinabhogili near Parvatipuram, says MLA Vijaya Chandra

Waltair Divisional Railway Manager Lalit Bohra has assured that a new underpass will be built at Chinabhogili in Parvatipuram-Manyam district, TD

Israel Orders Residents Of 7 Lebanese Towns To Evacuate, Blames Hezbollah

An Israeli military spokesperson said that Lebanese armed group Hezbollah was violating the ceasefire and that Israel would act against it

Nepal Faces Growing Trade Deficit with China, BRI Projects Worsen Economic Inequality

New Delhi, April 26: Nepal is grappling with a continuously expanding trade deficit with China. The country imports a vast array of goods from it

Life convict dies at Tiruchi govt. hospital

Tornado warning: Severe storms predicted in parts of Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri on Sunday. Details here

Tornado warning: Elevated storms with large hail will be possible today from Northern Kansas into northwest Missouri. The more substantial severe

For Rs 3 LPA job, Noida techie endures 8-hour interview marathon, only to be insulted by CEO in final round

A Noida-based software developers eight-hour ordeal at a walk-in interview has gone viral, highlighting concerns over poor hiring practices and l

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