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Three questions student should ask before choosing a university

The task is not to find the institution with the highest rank but to find the environment that will expose students to diverse ways of thinking and engage with real-world issues

The Hindu 9 May 2026 1:24 pm

Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as first BJP CM of West Bengal; five others sworn in as Ministers

Governor R.N. Ravi administered the oath of office and secrecy to Suvendu Adhikari and five others in the presence of PM Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, Chief Ministers of NDA-ruled States and senior BJP leaders

The Hindu 9 May 2026 1:14 pm

Hyderabads Gachibowli IT corridor chokes under 15-lakh-tonne waste mountain

Nearly 15 lakh tonnes of construction and demolition waste may have accumulated in the area over the years, so much that even under ideal conditions, clearing it could take more than a year

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:56 pm

Governor should be convinced that single largest party can win a majority

Supreme Court has held that the single largest party should be given an opportunity to stake its claim with the support of other parties and that any drastic steps envisaged under Article 356(1) should be a last resort

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:48 pm

There are very few players in world cricket who can strike the ball like Finn Allen: Boucher

Allen's explosive knock kept KKR alive in the playoff race

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:44 pm

Magyar to become Hungarys regime change PM

The former government insider-turned-critic scored a landslide victory last month, pledging wide-ranging reforms to fight corruption

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:42 pm

Suvendu Adhikari: All you need to know about West Bengals first BJP CM

Known for his leadership in protests and opposition to the previous government, Suvendu Adhikaris journey from the Trinamool Congress to the BJP has reshaped the political landscape of Bengal

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:00 pm

Kochi Corporation plans cloud kitchen for Indira Canteens

Indira Canteen, which is nearing two months of operation, has reportedly proved viable through cross-subsidy.

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:58 am

Handwriting on new Epstein note matches one found after his death, say experts

They are written by the same person, said Bart Baggett, who founded the forensic analysis firm Handwriting Experts Inc. and has testified in court as an expert witness more than 130 times

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:58 am

POCSO case booked against Minister Bandi Sanjays son after minors complaint

Police said the complainant, a Class 10 dropout, alleged that the incident took place during a visit to the farmhouse and that a case was registered after her family approached the police

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:58 am

This Bengaluru railway station now houses a new silk museum

The restored Avatihalli railway station in Bengaluru now houses a silk museum.

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:57 am

Jewar MLA expresses concern over proposed high UDF and passenger charges at Noida International Airport, seeks reassessment

Dhirendra Singh has sent a detailed representation to the Prime Minister, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Union Civil Aviation Minister and Chief Secretary of the Government of Uttar Pradesh seeking reassessment of charges

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:46 am

Aakhri Sawal: Sanjay Dutts political-drama gets new release date; trailer unveiled

The film also stars Amit Sadh, Neetu Chandra, Tridha Choudhary, and Sameera Reddy in pivotal roles

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:44 am

Top Sri Lankan Buddhist monk arrested over alleged sex abuse

Pallegama Hemarathana, 71, was arrested at a private hospital in the capital Colombo, where he had sought treatment over the weekend amid an investigation into the alleged abuse of the 11-year-old girl in 2022

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:43 am

Class 12 results: Pass percentage in Chennai Corporation schools rises to 92.26%

The overall pass percentage has increased steadily over the last four years, rising from 86.86% in 2023 to 87.13% in 2024, 88.12% in 2025, and 92.26% in 2026

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:34 am

Meet Salma Shaker, Saudi Arabias record-breaking freediver

Saudi freediver Salma Shaker is redefining depth both, in the ocean and in public perception as she breaks records and challenges stereotypes

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:33 am

IPL 2026: Axar Patel shifts focus to next season after KKR crushes DCs playoff hopes

With eight points from 11 matches, DC are eighth on the table, while KKR revived their playoff hopes, moving to seventh with nine points from 10 outings, though their road to the knockouts still remains difficult

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:32 am

Think before you throw: This event in Bengaluru will teach you how to use scraps in your kitchen for zero waste cooking

Eat Raja, the zero-waste juice shop, and Beautiful Bharat citizens volunteer group, team up for this sustainable cooking event and workshop, called Kitchen Secrets

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:21 am

PM Modi pays homage to Tagore, terms him timeless voice of Indias civilisational soul

Tagore's birth anniversary is celebrated on 'Pochishe Boishakh' or the 25th of the Bengali month of Boishak, known as Rabindra Jayanti

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:13 am

U.S. tanker strikes deepen tensions as Iran weighs peace proposal

A fragile ceasefire in West Asia faces fresh uncertainty after the United States struck two Iranian-flagged tankers in the Gulf of Oman, prompting retaliatory attacks from Tehran.

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:07 am

NCRB data testifies to UPs strong law and order: DGP

Against the national crime rate of 252.3, Uttar Pradesh recorded a crime rate of only 180.2.

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:54 am

Tamil Nadu government formation: IUML denies reports of support to Vijays TVK

We have been part of the DMK alliance for several decades and there is no question of leaving it. If Mr. Vijay needs support, he should approach DMK president M.K. Stalin, since he, too, has urged the Governor to take steps to expedite formation of a new government, Kader Mohideen told The Hindu.

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:49 am

Bihar Government offers One Time Traffic Challan Settlement Scheme for violators

They will get 50% relaxation in depositing the challan fee. Facility can be availed at the Lok Adalat held in every district from May 09. Road accident victims, under the PM RAHAT scheme, can avail cashless treatment of up to 1.5 lakh

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:42 am

HONO Launches the Worlds First Headless HRMS, Introducing a New Category of Enterprise HR Technology

HONO.AI replaces traditional interfaces with a single conversational layer, enabling enterprises to execute HR operations through natural language

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:40 am

Hope for pancreatic cancer as new drug, daraxonrasib, shows promise

Data presented in April suggest daraxonrasib may be far more effective than previous treatments for pancreatic cancer

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:26 am

Cricket gives special dimension to India-Trinidad and Tobago ties: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Port of Spain from Paramaribo on May 8, 2026 on the concluding leg of his three-nation tour of Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:24 am

Government launches Road RADAR to identify air pollution sources

As part of the programme, one field surveyorhas been deployed in each of the 13 districts to systematically survey roads across Delhi and identify pollution hotspots in real time

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:15 am

Supreme Court asks West Bengal Governor to appoint VCs to three state-aided universities

A dispute was going on between the governor and Banerjee over the appointment of VCs in 36 state-aided universities

The Hindu 9 May 2026 9:51 am

Census 2027: Sindhudurg village becomes first in Maharashtra to complete self-enumeration

The village in Vengurla taluka, which comprises 36 houses and a population of 144, achieved the milestone recently under the guidance of Collector Tripti Dhodmise, officials said

The Hindu 9 May 2026 9:46 am

Stop demolitions, sealing houses under garb of anti-drug campaign in Kashmir: J&K Minister Sakina Itoo

The Minister also expressed concern over more demolitions and attachment of properties in the Kashmir valley compared to Jammu

The Hindu 9 May 2026 9:45 am

Stone by stone, Hanamkondas Kakatiya-era dance pavilion rises again

After a 42-year conservation effort, the Archaeological Survey of India has rebuilt the sunken dance pavilion of Hanamkondas Thousand Pillar Temple using Kakatiya-era sandbox technology. The reconstruction of the temples iconic Nandi sculpture, brings back the grandeur of the 12th century monument

The Hindu 9 May 2026 9:24 am

Volatile raw mango prices cloud pickle season

The story of Telanganas mango season this year is not just about taste and tradition

The Hindu 9 May 2026 9:21 am

Government appoints Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani (Retd) as next Chief of Defence Staff

Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani is currently Military Adviser, National Security Council SecretariatfromSeptember 1, 2025

The Hindu 9 May 2026 8:41 am

Government appoints Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan as next Chief of Naval Staff

The present Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, PVSM, AVSM, NM will be retiring from service on May 31, 2026

The Hindu 9 May 2026 8:23 am

FIFA to stage separate World Cup opening ceremonies in Mexico, Canada and U.S.

The biggest World Cup in history kicks off on June 11 in Mexico City, where Grammy Award-winning Mexican pop band Mana will be performing as part of a lineup that also includes Alejandro Fernandez and Belinda

The Hindu 9 May 2026 8:09 am

Super 30 fame Anand Kumar launches Super Infinity

In 2023 Mr. Kumar was conferred with the Padma Shri

The Hindu 9 May 2026 8:02 am

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Trump says expecting Iran response to latest proposal soon

A U.S. fighter jet disabled two Iranian-flagged tankers to enforce a port blockade, Iranian officials accused the United States of violating the ceasefire with the tanker strikes and hampering diplomatic efforts to end the conflict

The Hindu 9 May 2026 7:30 am

Why U.S. Project Freedom couldnt secure free navigation in Strait of Hormuz

Though U.S. President Donald Trump cited progress in negotiations with Iran as the reason for calling off the initiative project

The Hindu 9 May 2026 7:16 am

Ahmedabads Studio Alt combines Brutalist architecture, ceramic art and sound design

Rushnaiwala Architects reinterpret Henri Labroustes Bibliothque Nationale de Paris for a mixed-use creative space in Gujarat, Studio Alt

The Hindu 9 May 2026 6:59 am

Tamil Nadu government formation LIVE: TVK, AMMK lock horns, as Vijay looks to shore up numbers

AMMK chief T.T.V. Dhinakaran accused the TVK of submitting to the Governor the photocopy of a forged letter claiming it has the support of his partys lone MLA-elect Kamaraj

The Hindu 9 May 2026 6:55 am

As India heats up, designers rethink summer dressing

With rising temperatures and harsher summers, SS/26 collections turn to mulmul, kala cotton and Chanderi, pairing them with silhouettes built for airflow, comfort and wearability

The Hindu 9 May 2026 6:48 am

U.S. plans evacuation flight for Americans on hantavirus ship

The U.S. State Department said it was coordinating with the Spanish government as well as other U.S. federal agencies.

The Hindu 9 May 2026 6:47 am

This new museum in Shivamogga educates people about bees and beekeeping

Beekeeper Apoorva BV, who built the museum from scratch, discusses the rationale behind its establishment, how beekeeping can be such a good vocation and why it is important to treat domesticated bees well

The Hindu 9 May 2026 6:11 am

Want to live in India? sing Vande Mataram, says Haryana Minister Anil Vij

Vande Mataram is our national song and holds the same importance as the national anthem. Singing and respecting it is just as essential as respecting Jana Gana Mana If one wants to live in India, one must sing Vande Mataram, Mr. Vij said

The Hindu 9 May 2026 5:12 am

Nitish and BJP have no moral right to speak on dynastic politics, says Tejashwi Yadav

Tejashwi Yadav pointed out that without contesting any elections or holding membership in any house, Nitish Kumars son, Nishant, and Upendra Kushwahas son, Deepak Prakash, have been appointed Ministers

The Hindu 9 May 2026 5:05 am

U.S. fire on Iran tankers sparks reprisals as deal hangs in balance

Iranian officials accused the United States of violating the ceasefire with the tanker strikes and hampering diplomatic efforts to end the conflict

The Hindu 9 May 2026 4:52 am

Jabalpur cruise boat tragedy: Nightmare on the Narmada

Of the 41 passengers and crew members onboard a cruise vessel on the Narmada River, 13 died when it capsized during a violent storm in the Bargi Dam reservoir on April 30. The tourism department-operated cruise had been carrying families seeking respite from the summer heat.Mehul Malpanireports on the tragedy in Jabalpur and the questions it has raised over safety protocols and preparedness for inland vessel operations

The Hindu 9 May 2026 4:40 am

Ancelotti set for Brazil contract extension

Italian legend Ancelotti took over as Brazil coach last year and oversaw the five-time world champions successful qualification for next months World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico

The Hindu 9 May 2026 4:34 am

U.S. imposes sanctions on 10 individuals, companies for aiding Irans weapons sector

Treasury said it remains ready to take economic action against Irans military industrial base so Tehran cannot reconstitute its production capacity and project power outside its borders

The Hindu 9 May 2026 4:28 am

Real Madrid fines Valverde and Tchouamni half a million euros each for altercation

On social media, Valverde initially called it a meaningless fight with a teammate and said everything has been blown out of proportion

The Hindu 9 May 2026 4:20 am

India scripts history, trounces Lebanon to make U17 Asian Cup quarterfinals

India will face hosts China in the quarterfinal; Indias entry was confirmed after the Philippines and Chinese Taipei failed to win their final head-to-head Group C match by a margin of 12 goals or more

The Hindu 9 May 2026 2:55 am

U.P. Minister: prepaid smart meters tobe discontinued with immediate effect

All Smart Meters installed under RDSS Scheme to shift to Postpaid Mode with immediate effect

The Hindu 9 May 2026 2:03 am

AMMK chief Dhinakaran slams TVK for submitting forged letter to Governor claiming his partys backing

Mr. Dhinakaran said his party will lodge a police complaint against the incident

The Hindu 9 May 2026 1:18 am

3,352 candidates forfeit deposit in T.N. Assembly polls

Among the major political parties, the AIADMK candidates lost their deposit in 19 constituencies, while the BJP candidates lost their deposits in five

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:59 am

Wet spell and easterlies likely to bring relief from peak summer heat in State for a week

According to the RMC, many places over South T.N. and a few places in the northern districts are likely to receive light to moderate rainover the weekend; prevailing weather systems will also bring light to moderate rainfall in some areas of Chennai on Saturday and reduce day temperature

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:57 am

Prisons report 98.33% pass in Class 12 State board exams

Of the 240 inmates who sat for the examination, including many life convicts, 236 passed

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:53 am

SC/ST representation beyond reserved seats still remains limited, show T.N. Assembly election results

Barring the AIADMK front, the other 3 fronts fielded SC/ST candidates in general constituencies. In such contests, the lone MLA elect was P. Viswanathan of the Congress, who won from Melur

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:53 am

Autorickshaw drivers daughter gets 595 marks

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:52 am

Two traffickers held

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:51 am

Diamonde in the rough: why Europes big clubs covet the Leipzig winger

The 19-year-old has turned heads in Germany with his catalogue of spectacular goals and dazzling dribbles. His game isnt fully formed yet, but his breakthrough season in the Bundesliga suggests that there are seemingly no limits to just how good he can get

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:42 am

The quiet rise of a reticent giant: Ayush Shettys slow-burn ascent

The 64 shuttler isnt the quintessential prodigy. He did not win a National Championship in any age category. But he has beaten the worlds best in recent weeks, showing he belongs on the big stage. What does the 21-year-old need to contend for badmintons most prestigious tournaments?

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:35 am

A watershed moment in Indias defence posture

Indias strategic doctrine has evolved sharply after Operation Sindoor

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:35 am

The elephant in Indias data room

India must ensure data standardisation for better governance outcomes

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:34 am

Tamil Nadu Congress MLAs camping in Hyderabad amid uncertainty in government formation

The five MLAs reportedly arrived on Thursday (May 7, 2026) and planned to leave after reports came in that Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar had asked Mr. Vijay to form the government

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:20 am

Take east: On the BJP government in West Bengal

The BJPs priority must be to end the violence in West Bengal

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:18 am

Political banners reappear on Chennai roads, barricades and medians

Regarding permission for banners and flags, officials said applications were processed at the Corporation headquarters and would be reviewed on May 8

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:17 am

Calcutta High Court to hear pleas against Great Nicobar project in June; overrules Centres objections

HC dismisses Centres claim that petitioner has no locus standi, noting that she is espousing the cause of vulnerable tribals; says project of national importance and high cost must still follow the law

The Hindu 8 May 2026 11:42 pm

RINL gets new CMD

The Hindu 8 May 2026 11:37 pm