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Asian Games 2026: Sindhu, Ayush, Unnati advance; Lakshya bows out in second round

World No. 11 Sindhu, who won her maiden Super 750 title at Japan a few months back, saw off Chinese Taipeis world no. 17 Chiu Pin-chian 21-19 21-14 in the womens singles second round

26 Sep 2026 1:50 pm
Dakshina Kannada Congress to take out rally on September 28 demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation

Democracy would perish if Gyanesh Kumar continues as the CEC, Mr. Padmaraj said demanding his immediate resignation and arrest for electoral malpractices.

26 Sep 2026 1:49 pm
Science quiz | Vivid displays in the wild

Test your knowledge with The Hindus live, vivid in-field visuals and engaging puzzle embeds.

26 Sep 2026 1:45 pm
Strait of Hormuz could reopen within seven days if US accepts plan: Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the Strait of Hormuz could be reopened within seven days if the United States accepts Tehrans proposed roadmap. Speaking in New York on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly, Araghchi said Washington would need to take certain steps within four to five days, allowing the strategic waterway to reopen on the sixth day. He said talks on a final agreement with the U.S. would begin on the seventh day.

26 Sep 2026 1:45 pm
Residents feel vindicated as CM calls for demolition of P&T apartments

The families were shifted from the erstwhile waterlogging-prone P&T Colony in the Gandhi Nagar division of the Kochi Corporation

26 Sep 2026 1:45 pm
CPI seeks removal of outside leaders camping in Thattanchavady for bypoll

In a petition to the District Collector, CPI candidate for the Thattanchavady bypoll A.M. Saleem said numerous leaders from Tamil Nadu, under the guise of campaigning for the DMK candidate, were camping in the constituency

26 Sep 2026 1:41 pm
Police gag media from asking questions to CM Satheesan in Kochi, ACP cites security aspect

In a video aired on TV channels, the officer is heard saying that the Chief Minister is someone in the Z Plus security category

26 Sep 2026 1:35 pm
Supreme Court orders sealing of over 16,000 properties, demolition of illegal structures in Meerut

A Bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K.V. Viswanathan also formed a judicial commission, led by former Supreme Court judge Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia, to conduct a thorough inquiry in Uldepur, on the outskirts of Meerut, regarding the nature of land where these illegal residential colonies have developed

26 Sep 2026 1:35 pm
Maintain constant vigil, step up intelligence-led ops in J-K: Army chief General Seth

General Seth also underscored the importance of seamless synergy and close coordination with all stakeholders to enhance situational awareness and strengthen the overall counter-terror response

26 Sep 2026 1:34 pm
Stray dog bites 10 people in Angamaly

According to municipality Vice-Chairperson Wilson Mundadan, the dog has been caught and is being kept in captivity under observation

26 Sep 2026 1:24 pm
Four PFI members get life imprisonment for 2016 murder of Hindu Munnani leader C. Sasikumar

On September 22, 2016, Sasikumar was hacked to death in Coimbatore

26 Sep 2026 1:23 pm
Pakistan governments security costs set to rise after Imran Khans party delays protest march to October 4

Imran Khans Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) announced a long march to Islamabad on Tehreek-e-Insaf, primarily demanding the release of the party founder

26 Sep 2026 1:22 pm
PM Modi attended Bhajan Clubbing on Deendayal Upadhyayas birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a Bhajan Clubbing programme at Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park in New Delhi on Friday, September 25, to mark the 110th birth anniversary of Bharatiya Jana Sangh leader Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya.

26 Sep 2026 1:21 pm
VIT conducts Run Fest marathon during Gravitas 2026

The marathon was inaugurated by VIT registrar T. Jayabharathi in the presence of Gravitas convenor Sudhakar and physical education director Mangeyrkarasi Arun

26 Sep 2026 1:20 pm
Maharashtra declares drought in 265 talukas, covering 74% of State

Overall, the State recorded an 18.8% rainfall deficit, receiving actual rainfall of 755.9 mm from June to September 18

26 Sep 2026 1:19 pm
Woman dies after childbirth in cut-off tribal village in Andhras ASR district; floods blocked road to health centre

Lavanya of Gangavaram in G.K. Veedhi mandal could not be taken to the Darakonda health centre, just 6 km after streams overflowed and a bridge washed away

26 Sep 2026 1:18 pm
In Haryana, villages are fighting back against drugs

The drug menace has spread from the borders of Haryana to the States agricultural and semi-urban heartland, forcing khaps, gram panchayats, and community groups to step in where police action alone has failed to contain it. Communities are resorting to night patrols, fines, and direct action against peddlers.Ashok Kumarreports on the efforts of the people and the widening gap in de-addiction and rehabilitation facilities

26 Sep 2026 1:17 pm
Iraq seeks exemption from U.S. ban on Iran airlines

All Iraqi airports enforced the ban this week, resulting in major disruption at the airport of the holy city of Najaf, the main destination for Iranian flights to Iraq

26 Sep 2026 1:08 pm
Belagavi youth drowns during Ganesh idol immersion

The 20-year-old B.Sc student had entered the tank along with his friends for the immersion.

26 Sep 2026 1:05 pm
Harish Rawat appears before ED for questioning in 2016 recruitment case

On September 12, Mr. Rawat announced his decision to step down from all party posts after the Enforcement Directorate recovered cash and jewellery from his personal assistant's house

26 Sep 2026 12:53 pm
PM Modi pays homage to ex-PM Manmohan Singh on birth anniversary

Manmohan Singh assumed charge as India's 14th Prime Minister on May 22, 2004 and for the second consecutive term on May 22, 2009

26 Sep 2026 12:52 pm
Unverified claims of suicide by two students spark protests at Patiala private university

It also said the local administration and police authorities are working closely to address the unsubstantiated claims of some students

26 Sep 2026 12:40 pm
India criticises Pakistans falsehoods and deceit at UN; warns terrorism will have consequences

India used its Right of Reply after Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif credited U.S. President Donald Trump for a timely intervention in the 2025 conflict and raised the Kashmir issue

26 Sep 2026 12:32 pm
Woman accused in MDMA case stabbed near police station at Vadakara

Her partner was taken into custody as part of the continuing investigation into the incident

26 Sep 2026 12:25 pm
LED hoarding, jaywalking, and traffic violations pose safety concerns near Tirusulam

Motorists say the sharp brightness from the large LED screen can distract them, particularly while approaching the signal

26 Sep 2026 12:22 pm
Bus overturns in central Iran, killing 11 and injuring 24

Provincial traffic police said driver fatigue and drowsiness caused the crash

26 Sep 2026 12:17 pm
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkiye defence officials resolve to assist Riyadh in wake of Houthi attacks

Top defence officials strongly affirmed their commitment to collective defence, thereby demonstrating the resolve of the three countries in defending the security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Saudi Arabia

26 Sep 2026 12:14 pm
Temple priest arrested for alleged derogatory remarks against Sree Narayana Guru

He was booked after receiving a complaint about a YouTube video in which the accused allegedly made derogatory remarks earlier this month

26 Sep 2026 12:13 pm
Speeding car allegedly racing rams into two vehicles in southeast Delhi, kills auto-rickshaw driver

The auto-rickshaw driver died on the spot, while one or two other persons were reportedly injured in the incident, according to officials

26 Sep 2026 12:10 pm
U.S. appeals court upholds Pentagons blacklisting of Anthropic

Anthropic said in a statement that it respectfully disagrees with the decision but remains confident in its position and is considering its options, including further judicial review.

26 Sep 2026 12:07 pm
Health Ministry orders crackdown on nicotine pouches, citing health risks, letter shows

Nicotine pouches remain illegal and unapproved, with a government source saying they are often smuggled into India for sale online and through local tobacco stores

26 Sep 2026 12:01 pm
Meghalaya delegation identifies three World War 1 graves of Garo men in Malta

Till now, the grave of Khew Marak, who died on June 15, 1918, was understood to be the only known grave of a Garo member of the 69th Garo Labour Company at the cemetery

26 Sep 2026 11:56 am
Asian Games 2026: Anahat Singh stages stunning comeback to reach squash final

Anahat Singh won the duel 9-11 11-13 12-10 11-6 11-3, exacting sweet revenge for losing to the same player in another five games earlier this year

26 Sep 2026 11:56 am
Odisha Police cracks theft case, secures conviction in just 17 days

The investigation was completed expeditiously; the charge-sheet was submitted on September 19, and charges were framed on September 21.

26 Sep 2026 11:53 am
Delhi protests: Around 90 detained over Gyanesh Kumar resignation demand

Protests demanding the resignation and arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar were held at multiple locations in Delhi on September 25. AISA protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar, while Delhi Congress workers marched towards Nirvachan Sadan. Several protesters, including political and student leaders, were detained by the Delhi Police.

26 Sep 2026 11:49 am
Yamuna Expressway Tragedy: 9 Killed In Sleeper Bus Fire

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26 Sep 2026 11:45 am
iPhone 18 Pro Max Review: Marginal, yet meaningful refinement

If the iPhone 17 Pro was Apple changing what a pro-grade iPhone looked like, the 18 Pro is Apple making that new design work harder

26 Sep 2026 11:45 am
Uddhav Thackeray seeks sacking and imprisonment of Gyanesh Kumar; re-election for Maharashtra, TN, West Bengal

These elections should be held on ballot paper; Gyanesh Kumar should be jailed immediately; all the wrong decisions of the Election Commission should be revoked, said Uddhav Thackeray

26 Sep 2026 11:43 am
Five youths assault girl in Bihars Kishanganj; SIT arrests one

This is the fifth case within a week after incidents of harassment and molestation of minor girls have been reported from Jamui, Banka and Samastipur districts.

26 Sep 2026 11:41 am
Non-recovery of train ticket from deceased passenger can't defeat compensation claim: Supreme Court

The Bench noted that after the parents of the deceased filed the claim application before the tribunal, the authorities prepared the investigation report

26 Sep 2026 11:41 am