SENSEX
NIFTY
GOLD
USD/INR

Weather

image 33    C

The Hindu

States / The Hindu

Asian markets cautious, oil dips after Trump holds off on Iran attack

Energy markets held centre stage after U.S. President Donald Trump signalled serious negotiations with Tehran and called off planned strikes, boosting optimism that tensions could

19 May 2026 9:19 am
NEET goes for CBT. Genuine reform or panic-driven damage control?

As recurring paper leaks, inflated scores, coaching linkages, and institutional failures deepen the credibility crisis, the sudden shift from PnP to CBT raises questions over whether the move reflects long-term reform or a quick attempt to contain public distrust.

19 May 2026 9:13 am
Anthropic to let partners share Mythos cybersecurity findings with others

The protections were included in agreements with participating companies under which the model is provided, after partners sought assurances before sharing sensitive findings

19 May 2026 9:05 am
Beethoven up close: NCPAs ambitious two-year quartet project marks the 200th anniversary of the composers death

Cellist Gauthier Herrmann and NCPA chairman Khushroo Suntook curate the series, which features Beethovens quartets alongside masterpieces by Mozart and other western greats.

19 May 2026 9:03 am
Iran-Israel war LIVE: Trump says 'very positive development' in Iran talks

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said internet fibre optic cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz could be brought under a system of permits as Tehran tightens control over the waterway.

19 May 2026 8:45 am
Voting patterns of government employees in recent elections | Data

In the three States where the ruling parties lost the elections, their vote share among postal votes came down compared with their performance in 2021

19 May 2026 8:29 am
Hope PM Modi will use channels to Russia to help bring ceasefire in Ukraine: Norway PM Store

Speaking to Indian journalists, Mr. Store says he hopes India will put pressure on Russia by cutting oil imports

19 May 2026 7:58 am
Stalins son-in-law says he accepts peoples verdict in Assembly polls

PEN is committed to listening deeply, understanding our shortcomings honestly, and moving forward with a renewed sense of purpose and growth, he said

19 May 2026 7:14 am
Maharashtra Congress to hold training camp for 7,000 office-bearers

The training programme is intended to familiarise new functionaries with party organisation, election procedures, and administrative responsibilities

19 May 2026 6:18 am
Lawyers abstain from work at Rouse Avenue Court over judges remarks to advocate

The protest, led by members of the Bar, affected regular proceedings in parts of the court complex, with several cases being adjourned or delayed owing to the absence of legal representation

19 May 2026 6:15 am
U.S. to screen for Ebola at airports, one American in Democratic Republic of Congo infected

The measures shared by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) come as the World Health Organisation has declared the deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) an international health emergency

19 May 2026 5:01 am
NTK will go it alone in the next Lok Sabha elections: Seeman

Seeman urged his party cadre not to get disheartened by the recent Assembly election results, which saw the partys vote share drop by 50

19 May 2026 4:52 am
19 May 2026 3:34 am
Barcelona wins in Lewandowski's farewell, Sevilla avoids relegation despite loss to Real Madrid

Barcelona announced May 16 that the 37-year-old Lewandowski was leaving after four seasons.

19 May 2026 3:21 am
Neymar picked for Brazils World Cup squad despite doubts on fitness

Neymar is Brazil's all-time top goal-scorer with 79 but has struggled to return to top fitness since he tore his left ACL in October 2023

19 May 2026 3:06 am
Two suspects in shooting at San Diego mosque dead, police source says

Authorities earlier said they believe multiple people have been shot at the Islamic Centre about 9 miles (14 km) north of downtown San Diego

19 May 2026 2:59 am
New emblem of Rajasthan Assembly reflects constitutional values, cultural identity

The emblems launch marked the completion of 75 years of establishment of the State Assembly

19 May 2026 2:42 am
19 May 2026 2:21 am
Trump says delaying Iran attack at request of Gulf leaders

Donald Trump said he had further instructed them to be prepared to go forward with a full, large scale assault of Iran, on a moments notice, in the event that an acceptable Deal is not reached

19 May 2026 1:48 am
Gender, caregiving, the law in Indian research funding

The structural gender gaps in Indias research ecosystem must be addressed

19 May 2026 1:41 am
Strategic spark in India-South Korea defence ties

Expanding defence cooperation will reflect shared regional security priorities

19 May 2026 1:35 am
Remainder of the term after fall of governments under One Nation, One Election will be decided in consultation with parties: JPC Chairman

P.P. Choudhary, Chairman of Joint Parliamentary Committee on One Nation, One Election, says Presidents Rule can also be applied for the remainder of the term.

19 May 2026 1:28 am
Waiting for the storm: On weather events, Indias vulnerability

Despite the predictability of weather events, India remains vulnerable

19 May 2026 1:24 am
Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India

The more fertilizers we use, the more they deplete the soils organic matter and its holding capacity for water and nutrients, threatening crop yields and pushing farmers to add more fertilizers

19 May 2026 1:14 am
A new political trajectory in Bihar

All is not well among the NDA allies in the State

19 May 2026 1:09 am
Elections to 17 Maharashtra Council seats on June 18

The newly elected members will serve a full six-year term while the Nagpur MLC will serve the remaining term till January 1, 2028

19 May 2026 1:04 am
Haryana Cabinet clears industrial policy, rules to curb vehicular pollution

The policy aims to draw fresh investments worth 5 lakh crore, create 10 lakh jobs, and boost the States export figures over the next five years

19 May 2026 1:00 am
The Titanmaker

Control with the ball, crucial lower-order runs, and composure under pressure Holder has changed the rhythm of Titans season. Now, they look like one of the most complete teams in the tournament and are gathering momentum going into theplayoffs

19 May 2026 12:59 am
Inquiry committee probing allegations against Justice Varma submits report to Speaker

Report to be presented to both Houses of Parliament in due course, say officials

19 May 2026 12:52 am
Man arrested in Madurai for trafficking Indian nationals to cyber scam compounds in Cambodia

The accused, identified as Madhan Vadivel, received commissions for each recruitment. He even ran restaurants inside the compounds in Cambodia and supplied Indian food to the victims

19 May 2026 12:50 am
CM, Ministers use metro, electric bus to promote govt.s austerity campaign

Efforts are on to strengthen last-mile connectivity, says Gupta,urges residents to use public transport; Oppn. criticises move, calls it gimmick intended to mislead people

19 May 2026 12:35 am
IPL 2026 CSK vs SRH: Cummins and Kishan show the way as Sunrisers march into playoffs

Klaasen, too, plays a big role in the Hyderabad outfits win; the result also confirms Titans qualification while Super Kings hopes hang by a thread

19 May 2026 12:23 am
IPL 2026 | Win toss and field first the dominant trend

Of the 62 matches played so far this season (till the Delhi Capitals-Rajasthan Royals clash on Sunday), toss winners have elected to field in 52

19 May 2026 12:18 am