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Kerala govt. introduces special HR cell in Health department

Health Minister K. Muraleedharan says the decision to form the special cell was taken as vacancies in the department were remaining unfilled as promotions were not taking place

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 9:02 pm

DPR likely soon for widening narrow bridge over Kondam Vari on Tiruchi-Namakkal highway

Perambalur MP K.N. Arun Nehru recently called on Nitin Gadkari and presented a petition seeking the widening of the bridge; the MusiriNamakkal section was identified as critical corridors and its widening sanctioned in 2021-22

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:59 pm

Karnataka High Court orders issue of notice to government on plea to restore 711-acre Kadugodi plantation area as forest land

The petitioner has claimed that survey number-1 in Kadugodi had been originally recorded as forest land in government records since 1896 through various notifications.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:59 pm

Har Ghar Tiranga rallies held in Ongole, Nellore

Ongole Trunk Road was packed with more than 3,000 participants, including students, government staff from various departments and locals, all carrying national flags, while a rally featuring a massive 275-foot national flag was organised near the Collectorate in Nellore

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:59 pm

Indias Q1 pharma exports up 6.8% to $8.1bn; U.S. remains largest export destination

NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement), Europe, Africa and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) continued to be the key destinations region-wise, accounting for nearly 75% of the export

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:56 pm

Digital push for tourist destinations through revamped IIDP

The platform provides a comprehensive resource for travellers and tourism stakeholders, Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat informs Rajya Sabha

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:49 pm

Holistic care, support and continuous interventions required for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: experts

Doctors at a national conclave point out that with ASD being a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition, a life-course approach that promotes continuous, coordinated, and person-centred support over the years into adulthood and beyond is needed

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:45 pm

Harish Rao writes to CM seeking to stop proposed land auction in Raidurg

He says the 10.63 acres land worth 2,000 crore has ownership issues, heritage precincts and pending resolution of completing title

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:44 pm

Plea in HC wants State to take over quarrying operations

The PIL plea said as the lease was granted to strong and financially influential private individuals, none of the conditions imposed by the authority was complied with

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:40 pm

CMRL floats bids to study feasibility of Water Metro between Ennore and Mamallapuram

The contract is likely to be awarded within two months. The line will run along the Buckingham Canal

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:39 pm

Despite opposition, B-SMILE awards nine elevated corridors, all above estimated cost

The list includes projects that have been virulently opposed by residents over concerns about loss of green cover, disruption toneighbourhoodsand the impact of elevated structures on existing roads.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:28 pm

Police identify suspect after woman found dead inside house in Coimbatore

The womans son found her dead when he returned home from work on Wednesday night; the body had injury marks on the head

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:27 pm

NHAI sets May 2027 deadline for six-laning of Edappally-Kodungalloor corridor

Five more underpasses, 5.60 km of additional service roads planned; 28 crore to be provided to local bodies for additional drainS; revised plan to add 180 metres to flyover-cum-underpasses at Edappally Junction

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:21 pm

New ration cards embedded with host of security features

Chief Minister to formally launch distribution of cards in Sangareddy on Independence Day

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:20 pm

Corporation steps up recovery of property tax from defaulting assessees

The civic body officials have also been imposing fines on buildings for violations/ deviations in construction, non-implementation of solid waste management system, delayed remittance of taxes, and others

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:20 pm

Karnataka opens power transmission sector for private companies through BOOT model

Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) has written to KERC to issue a transmission licence to the private companies who emerge as the lowest bidders.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:20 pm

Vote more valuable than gold, ensure its not lost: CM on SIR exercise

Hindus and Muslims are my eyes; what Hindus get, will ensure Muslims get too

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:17 pm

Doctors call for increased organ donation in Kurnool

KIMS Hospitals, Kurnool, organises a special awareness rally on the occasion of International Organ Donation Day

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:15 pm

AIDYO seeks extension of age limit by five years in teacher recruitment

In the memorandum, AIDYO welcomed the notification issued by the Department of Public Instruction for the recruitment of 15,000 teachers, stating that it came after a prolonged campaign by young job aspirants

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:13 pm

Kerala University recommends honorary doctorates for Madhu, Sreekumaran Thampi, K. Radhakrishnan, P.R. Sreejesh

Radhakrishnan will be awarded an honorary DSc degree, while the others will receive honorary DLitt degrees

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:12 pm

Calicut varsity students union polls on Aug. 14

Over 500 university union councillors elected from the affiliated colleges will exercise their voting rights to choose the five university union functionaries

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:10 pm

Tourism Department to implement Clean and Green Hampi campaign

The plan will involve the active participation of all stakeholders including officials, pourakarmikas, local people and tourists.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:08 pm

Fingerlings released in dam

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:08 pm

Fingerlings released in dam

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:08 pm

CM undermining police system for political gains, alleges YSRCP leader Perni Nani

The former Minister accuses Chandrababu Naidu of directly interacting with field-level police officers, bypassing the DGP, in an attempt to influence the personnel ahead of the local body elections in A.P.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:07 pm

CM undermining police system for political gains, alleges YSRCP leader Perni Nani

The former Minister accuses Chandrababu Naidu of directly interacting with field-level police officers, bypassing the DGP, in an attempt to influence the personnel ahead of the local body elections in A.P.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:07 pm

Delhi University Students' Union elections on September 18; counting next day

Candidates will be allowed to withdraw their nominations till noon on September 11, while the final list of candidates will be published by 5 p.m. the same day

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:06 pm

Delhi University Students' Union elections on September 18; counting next day

Candidates will be allowed to withdraw their nominations till noon on September 11, while the final list of candidates will be published by 5 p.m. the same day

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:06 pm

Cybercrime awareness event for students

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:05 pm

Cybercrime awareness event for students

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:05 pm

Kanwar Yatra leaves 7,000 tonnes of waste in Haridwar; urine-filled bottles found at Har Ki Pauri

The municipal administration launches cleanup drive with around 1,000 additional sanitation workers and more than 80 vehicles. Religious outfit says it plans to launch an awareness drive next year to discourage pilgrims from leaving behind waste and bottles in the ghats

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:01 pm

Man killed in accident at Edappal

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:00 pm

Are traditional parties unable to understand the grammar of Gen Z politics? | In Focus Podcast

Youth-led protests are reshaping Indian politics, pushing traditional parties to adopt Gen Z slang. In the latest In Focus Podcast, experts N Sai Balaji and Kunal Purohit discuss this generational shift.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:00 pm

Woman robbed in early morning chain snatching in Peenya

The incident occurred around 5.15 a.m., when Vijiyamma, a milk vendor and resident of Gangamahime Layout, was walking towards her shop near Panchamukhi Ganesh Temple.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 8:00 pm

Gen Z, Vande Mataram to take centre stage at Red Fort on August 15

The 80th Independence Day celebrations will commemorate 150 years of the National Song and highlight the contribution of young Indians to the countrys journey towards Viksit Bharat@2047

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:58 pm

Welfare schemes for women, children should reach beneficiaries: DC

Deputy Commissioner Ikram Shariff says officials should take personal responsibility for ensuring effective implementation of the schemes at the grassroots level

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:58 pm

Truckers call 24-hour strike on NH-37 to Manipur

The stranded truckers say they will extend the strike if their demands for proper food, drinking water, or medical assistance are not met

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:56 pm

BMRCL to temporarily close Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Metro Station on Independence Day

The station will remain closed for both entry and exit from 10 a.m. to 9.30 p.m. as part of crowd management and public safety measures.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:55 pm

ED attack case: Kerala High Court upholds bail for ninth accused

Recently, the court allowed bail applications of 17 other accused as well

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:54 pm

Alleged abduction of youth: Mattannur native arrested

Five other suspects, including a woman, are still at large. The complainant was a 21-year-old youth from Kozhikode city

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:54 pm

Flood revives Malarikkals pink bloom

As visitors flock to witness the annual water lily season, which is expected to last until early October, local economies are benefiting, with increased demand for boat tours and homestays. By 6 a.m., boats carrying tourists begin heading into the lily-filled polders, where the flowers remain in full bloom until around 9 a.m.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:53 pm

Ahead of Onam, vegetable prices skyrocket in Keralas Kozhikode

Heavy rainfall and supply shortages drive up vegetable costs even as clamour for government subsidies grows

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:50 pm

App-based fertilizer distribution system yielding positive results, says official

Distribution is being carried out through an end-to-end tracking mechanism, enabling continuous monitoring and greater transparency, says Director of Agriculture Manazir Jeelani Samoon

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:49 pm

Bihar DGP bans use of automatic, assault weapons by policemen to control law and order

They can be used only in cases related to organised crime, militancy; directive comes after row over a policeman firing with AK-47 on protesting students

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:48 pm

Canadian citizen arrested for alleged job fraud in Kerala

He collected around 3.5 crore from several people after promising to arrange nursing and other jobs in Canada.

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:48 pm

Loco pilot suffers minor injury as stones pelted at PodanurMettupalayam MEMU

Police say three students were pelting stones at each other, standing on opposite sides of the track and they continued to do so even as the train approached them, and a stone struck the windshield

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:47 pm

Jagan Mohan Reddy accuses NDA govt. in Andhra Pradesh of pursuing vindictive politics

BC leaders from YSRCP are being targeted, victims are being shown as accused and false cases are being registered against them to gag the Opposition, alleges the party president

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:41 pm

Forward Bloc asks Modi to accept Mukherjee Commission report, halt move to bring Renkoji ashes to India

Party demands declassification of all Netaji files and a fresh probe into his disappearance

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 7:40 pm