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IIT Roorkee student death: 70 exams postponed, to be held on November 22

The exams were originally scheduled to be held on Friday (November 13, 2026).

14 Nov 2026 4:20 pm
Three phase gram panchayat polls in Bapatla district from November 26

Elections would be held for 3,362 wards through 3,770 polling stations. The district has 8,67,954 voters, including 4,23,910 men, 4,43,995 women and 49 others

14 Nov 2026 4:20 pm
Six-month traffic disruption ahead as Ranigunj railway underpass work to begin in Hyderabad

The existing 13-metre carriageway will be widened to 22 metres, allowing four-way traffic movement, with an additional three metres of road space sought at Karbala Maidan to facilitate one-way movement during diversions.

14 Nov 2026 4:18 pm
Can India broker a Black Sea deal between Russia and Ukraine? | The View from India podcast

In this episode, Suhasini Haidar, examines Indias diplomatic push to facilitate a Black Sea shipping corridor, its leverage with Moscow and Kyiv, and the prospects of a breakthrough in the Russia-Ukraine war.

14 Nov 2026 4:10 pm
Women must get adequate representation in Parliament, legislatures: Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar

Government to extend full support to Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians India region conference in Bengaluru

14 Nov 2026 4:10 pm
Can India refuse to serve summons in the Pannun case?

A U.S. court has allowed Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun to pursue serving summons on National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and former RAW chief Samant Goel through Indian courts. The order raises several legal questions

14 Nov 2026 4:03 pm
MangaluruMadgaonMangaluru Vande Bharat Express does its final run on November 14

The service will be discontinued from Sunday (November 15) following the regular run of Yeshwantpur-Madgaon-Yeshwantpur VB Express via Mangaluru Junction

14 Nov 2026 4:01 pm
Four earthquakes recorded in J-K, Ladakh

Of the four tremors, three were recorded in the Chenab Valley region of Jammu and Kashmir, while one struck Leh in the Union Territory of Ladakh, according to NCS updates shared on X

14 Nov 2026 4:00 pm
Women must get adequate representation in Parliament, legislatures: CM

Government to extend full support to Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians India region conference in Bengaluru

14 Nov 2026 4:00 pm
SIT searches for remains of minor girl allegedly buried at Gem Granites Veeramanis house

The search was based on a statement given by one of the victims in the sensational case in the court, that a minor girl was buried in the house of Veeramani a few years ago

14 Nov 2026 3:59 pm
Cyclone may bring isolated heavy rain to Andhra Pradesh from November 18 to 20

According to the IMDs afternoon bulletin, heavy rain is likely at one or two places in coastal Andhra Pradesh and gusty winds, with speed reaching 40-50 kmph, on November 18, 19 and 20.

14 Nov 2026 3:59 pm
Hindus should learn unity from Islam: Uttar Pradesh MLA Raja Bhaiya

He accused that all political parties except one or two do not want unity among Hindus

14 Nov 2026 3:49 pm
Mekedatu is Karnatakas right, we will build dam and release Tamil Nadus share of water: D.K. Shivakumar

CM invites Tamil Nadu delegation to visit project site and understand its benefits rather than oppose it

14 Nov 2026 3:46 pm
Ensure all wards of Government Rajaji Hospital in Madurai have mosquito nets: Madras HC to T.N. govt.

During the course of the hearing, the State submitted an undertaking before the court that mosquito nets would be provided in all the wards of the hospital in six months

14 Nov 2026 3:42 pm
KVASU signs MoU with UAE university for veterinary education, research

The MoU provides for faculty exchanges for teaching, research and healthcare management, besides joint continuing veterinary education programmes, workshops and conferences in areas of mutual interest

14 Nov 2026 3:30 pm
Microsoft says services fully restored after hourslong global outage

The technology giant said it was monitoring the backlog of email messages accrued during this event before considering the issue with the enterprise services resolved.

14 Nov 2026 3:28 pm
Karnataka Deputy CM Parameshwara writes to Modi, Shah seeking inclusion of States SC/ST reservation law in Ninth Schedule on the lines of Tamil Nadu

Citing Tamil Nadus 69% reservation framework as a precedent, Mr. Parameshwara said Karnataka deserved equal consideration and a constitutional amendment to safeguard the rights and opportunities of SC/ST communities.

14 Nov 2026 3:27 pm
Keralam Government to buy new vehicles for Ministers and Chief Secretary

The General Administration Department has issued orders for the purchase of 24 Toyota Innova Hycross ZX(O) Strong Hybrid vehicles which include 22 for the use of the Ministers and Chief Secretary Bishwananth Sinha and two for the use of State guests

14 Nov 2026 3:17 pm
Avian influenza confirmed in Tamil Nadus Cuddalore, over 1,500 chickens culled

On November 5, a carcass sample was despatched to NIHSAD Bhopal, which confirmed H5N1 on November 13

14 Nov 2026 3:16 pm
USFDA concludes inspection at Zydus LiqMeds in U.K. with four observations

The inspection was conducted from November 9-13, the company said in a regulatory filing to stock exchanges

14 Nov 2026 3:13 pm
From glory to gloom: Manchester United's fall leaves Keralam fans heartbroken

Once a refuge from lifes hardships, Manchester United has become a test of endurance for its Keralam fans

14 Nov 2026 3:06 pm
SC/ST quota enhancement: Karnataka recommends inclusion of law in 9th Schedule

Chief Secretary VanditaSharma has written to the Home Secretary, Government of India

14 Nov 2026 3:03 pm
Mangaluru Madgaon Mangaluru Vande Bharat Express does its final run on Saturday

The service will be discontinued from Sunday (November 15) following the regular run of Yeshwantpur-Madgaon-Yeshwantpur VB Express via Mangaluru Junction

14 Nov 2026 2:58 pm
Will contest from Chamkaur Sahib at any cost, says dropped AAP MLA Charanjit Singh

AAP leader Charanjit Singh had emerged as a giant slayer after he defeated former Punjab Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Charanjit Singh Channi by a margin of over 7,900 votes from the seat in the 2022 Assembly elections

14 Nov 2026 2:55 pm
Trump, Putin and Xi to hold trilateral talks at APEC summit in China

US President Donald Trump is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Shenzhen, China. The trilateral talks are expected to focus on nuclear arms control, the US war with Iran and ongoing geopolitical tensions. The meeting comes months after the expiry of the New START treaty between the US and Russia.

14 Nov 2026 2:54 pm
Students among 24 killed in bus-truck collision near Kaziranga in Assam

At least 24 people, including college students, were killed after a minibus collided head-on with a container truck near Kaziranga National Park in Assam on November 13. Several others were injured in the accident on National Highway 715 in Golaghat district. Officials suspect overspeeding may have caused the collision.

14 Nov 2026 2:51 pm
Sacred Buddha relics arrive in Arunachals Namsai for exposition

Abhidhamma Divas is an important occasion in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition commemorating the Buddha's descent from the heavenly realm.

14 Nov 2026 2:47 pm
South Sudan postpones first national elections until February

The legislative and presidential elections had been scheduled for December 22, after already being delayed several times. The United Nations had warned that a vote could set off widespread conflict

14 Nov 2026 2:40 pm
Riots in France: How anti-Government protests spiralled out of control

The French authorities heavy-handed response, including thousands of arrests, police beatings and curbs on marches, has added to the volatile mix of grievances fuelling an anti-Government groundswell that shows no sign of abating before next years presidential election

14 Nov 2026 2:30 pm
Tanker carrying 40,000 litres of ethanol to Kochi overturns near Coimbatore

According to the police, the driver lost control of the tanker, which veered off the road and overturned on vacant land. Ethanol leaked from the tanker and spilled onto the surrounding area

14 Nov 2026 2:24 pm
Series of security lapses led to burglary at Tanishq showroom in Madurai

A burglary attempt was made earlier this month as well, but it went unnoticed by the showroom authorities

14 Nov 2026 2:00 pm
CFTRI initiative aims to standardise micronutrient testing in fortified rice

NutriQA-2026 focuses on reducing variations in laboratory results and strengthening quality assurance across the country

14 Nov 2026 1:58 pm
Mumbai weather: Cooler mornings, warm afternoons likely over next few days

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the Santacruz weather station forecasts a minimum temperature of 19 Celsius and a maximum of 33 Celsius

14 Nov 2026 1:51 pm
Nehru: Builder of Modern India | A Documentary series by The Hindu | Promo

What kind of nation did Jawaharlal Nehru envision, and how much of that vision survives today? As Indias first Prime Minister, Nehru played a defining role in shaping the countrys political, economic and social foundations. From economic planning and secularism to socialism and non-alignment, his ideas influenced the direction of a newly independent nation. But decades later, many of his policies and decisions are being questioned. Was Nehru a visionary statesman or a leader who made costly mist

14 Nov 2026 1:49 pm
Samsung announces Google co-developed smart glasses pricing and sale details

Equipped with a high-definition camera, open-ear speakers, and directional microphones, the eyewear helps users interact naturally with the world around them

14 Nov 2026 1:49 pm
Framing life from the margins

Coming soon at C.P. Arts Centre in Alwarpet: an exhibition of photographs by residents of The Banyan battling the double whammy of a mental condition and homelessnes

14 Nov 2026 1:46 pm
Are schools equipping students for higher education or merely training them to ace exams?

Education should empower young people with choices that broaden their futures, not decisions that limit them before their journeys have begun

14 Nov 2026 1:38 pm
TMCs Abhishek appears at police station for questioning over social media post

An FIR was registered against the TMC MP following a complaint about his social media post in May that allegedly targeted Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Gujaratis during the Assembly poll period

14 Nov 2026 1:28 pm
Why corporal punishment persists in Indian classrooms despite the ban

A WHO report found that corporal punishment causes overloading of biological systems, including the nervous, cardiovascular, and nutritional systems, and changes in brain structure and function. It also causes mental health issues and impairs cognitive and socio-emotional development in children

14 Nov 2026 1:26 pm
Media access order puts MG University on collision course with Minister

Calling the order undemocratic, Higher Education Minister Roji M. John said that restricting media access to a public institution would undermine transparency and the publics right to know

14 Nov 2026 1:26 pm
V-Xpress building key logistics hubs in Karnataka (Pic saved)

Under Southern expansion, the company will cover cities like Mangalore, Davangere, Gulbarga, Bijapur, Sirsi, Bagalkot, and Devanahalli, alongside industrial zones in Harohalli, Jigani, Bidadi, and Hindupur

14 Nov 2026 1:22 pm