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Safeguard for States with stable populations is being removed with immediate effect

Bills seek to start the reallocation of seats and delimitation immediately, without 2026 sunset proviso

16 Apr 2026 10:59 pm
Empowerment of BC leaders to strengthen party: TDP leader

TDP senior leader Muddada Madhu hailed the partys high command for providing several top posts to BC leaders of North Andhra region during the reshuffle of the party posts

16 Apr 2026 10:58 pm
EU planning to include 180 more products under CBAM

The commission has proposed to include selected steel- and aluminium-intensive downstream products in order to address the risk that emissions are shifted along the value chain rather than effectively reduced

16 Apr 2026 10:56 pm
World Book and Copyright Day | When translation keepsliterature alive across languages

The translating community, which also includes researchers, librarians, teachers and booksellers, plays a stupendous civilisational role

16 Apr 2026 10:56 pm
Ashok Leyland says 'no slack in demand' in Gulf markets; launches twin-fuel light commercial vehicles

Ashok Leyland has a good presence in the Middle East, which is anchored by its manufacturing facility in Ras Al Khaimah

16 Apr 2026 10:51 pm
T.N. Assembly election: Stalin seeks Modis assurance of delimitation based on 1971 population for next 25 years

The Chief Minister says the DMKs opposition to the exercise stems from concerns over federal balance and representation. He alleges that one nation, one government is the true intent behind delimitation

16 Apr 2026 10:50 pm
Brazilian President Lula says Trump has no right to threaten countries

His comments come after Mr. Trump this month warned that a whole civilisation will die in Iran if the country did not open up the Strait of Hormuz

16 Apr 2026 10:50 pm
India better placed to weather West Asia war impact: Former World Bank official

Prof. Keiko Honda of Waseda Business School cites Indias demographic strengths, renewable energy potential, and geopolitical stability as key buffers against spillover effect and global headwinds

16 Apr 2026 10:50 pm
Vijay unveils TVK manifesto, criticises Dravidian majors poll promises

He asserts that his party has only promised what was possible, practical, and implementable if voted to power

16 Apr 2026 10:43 pm
Bank earnings may face cuts on prolonged West Asia crisis

Analysts said that bank loans are expected to grow at a pace of 11% to 13% in fiscal 2027

16 Apr 2026 10:41 pm
Going back to the drawing board helped me bounce back:Tyagi

A recurring shin splint had stalled Tyagis progress just when he seemed to be finding his feet at the top level. The enforced breaks, though, turned into a period of reflection.

16 Apr 2026 10:37 pm
ISL: 10-man East Bengal fights back to hold Bengaluru in a thriller

Sojberg strikes deep into stoppage time to snatch a dramatic draw for the home team

16 Apr 2026 10:36 pm
Gujarat Titans eyes hat-trick of wins

Back-to-back away wins have lent a certain assurance to Shubman Gills men, and more importantly, their core has begun to click

16 Apr 2026 10:35 pm
Revanths hybrid model for delimitation enters national discourse

The suggestion entered the national discourse, particularly amid concerns among southern States over potential loss of parliamentary representation

16 Apr 2026 10:34 pm
Supreme Court asks Uttar Pradesh to consider plea flagging risk of liquor cartons in educational campuses

A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant directed the State government to accept a representation challenging the administrative decision made in February last year under the State excise policy allowing the manufacture, packaging and sale of liquor in small cartons

16 Apr 2026 10:33 pm
CAFE III norms near industry-wide consensus

Auto industry sources said there is a broad agreement over the latest version of CAFE-3 norms

16 Apr 2026 10:33 pm
Fascist BJP regime against Tamil, Tamil Nadu and its Rights

Udhayanidhi Stalin says there is a threat to the Tamil language, Tamil Nadu and its Rights by the fascist BJP regime; this Assembly election was to protect our rights and the people of Madurai know this

16 Apr 2026 10:29 pm
Priyanka Gandhi warns move towards delimitation is an open attack on democracy

The womens quota could be implemented now, the Congress leader says, accusing the Union government of using the Constitution amendment to reshape political representation

16 Apr 2026 10:29 pm
Watch: Delimitation row erupts in Parliament: What happened? | Above the Fold | 16.04.2026

In our new and third episode of Above the Fold, we look at the stormy session in the Lok Sabha as the Centre and Opposition clash over delimitation. Joshua Landis weighs in on the escalating West Asia conflict, while Donald Trump sparks controversy with a viral post. Also, a key Supreme Court of India observation on voting rights and R Vaishali clinches a major chess title.

16 Apr 2026 10:27 pm
Watch | Indias Best Places to Work 2026: Redefining workplace excellence

The winners of the inaugural The Hindu Best Places to Work Awards 2026, powered by WorkL, are setting new benchmarks for workplace culture in India.

16 Apr 2026 10:17 pm
Over 2,800 students from A.P. clear NPTEL exam on quantum computing

Qualified students can download their certificates through APSCHE portal https://apsche.ap.gov.in after entering their hall ticket numbers

16 Apr 2026 10:14 pm
Students death: Kannur Dental College terminates accused HoD from service

With this, students announce that they will withdraw their agitation and attend classes from Monday

16 Apr 2026 9:58 pm
Quantum computing has become a trillion dollar economy, says expert

Students should remain up-to-date on new trends, says VTU V-C

16 Apr 2026 9:56 pm
Heat stress poses serious risk to vulnerable populations in Kerala

The elderly and those with chronic kidney disease are at heightened risk of heat-related illnesses. Heat stress and dehydration can lead to severe complications for those on multiple medications. Medical experts warn that the elderly may struggle to regulate their body temperature effectively.

16 Apr 2026 9:51 pm
Government pushes for free MMTS travel to boost use of public transport

The high-level interaction primarily focused on resolving pending issues related to land acquisition, shifting of utilities and other bottlenecks hampering the construction of several proposed road overbridges and road underbridges (ROB/RUBs) within and outside the capital region

16 Apr 2026 9:43 pm
Housing for roadside dwellers and traffic solutions are top priorities for Harbour constituency, says Minister Sekarbabu

Minister P.K. Sekarbabu says 3,000 multi-storey housing units are planned to be built and a multi-level car parking facility being constructed at Broadway will reduce traffic congestion in areas like Sowcarpet. He also seeks to increase the number of educational institutions, learning centres, and libraries and provide uninterrupted electricity, safe drinking water, and proper sewer systems;

16 Apr 2026 9:41 pm
Ngidi credits Bravo for the development of slower ball

The 30-year-olds varied repertoire has continued to be effective for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026

16 Apr 2026 9:39 pm