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Keralas election outcome could redefine IUMLs political path

In the event of a UDF defeat or a hung Assembly, theIUML is likely to keep its options open. While it has been a steadfast ally of the Congress in Kerala for decades, its historical willingness to engage with the Left reflects a pragmatic approach to power-sharing and political survival

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 7:19 pm

Comply with directives on vacation classes: child rights panel

Wants academic support classes for State school students to end by 10.30 a.m.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 7:18 pm

Andhra Pradesh rolls out Pashu Kisan Credit Card scheme for livestock farmers

Loans up to 1.60 lakh without collateral at 7% interest, reducible to 4% with prompt repayment; move aims to curb reliance on moneylenders and boost animal husbandry sector

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 7:16 pm

Watch: IndiaSouth Korea to upgrade CEPA, deepen strategic partnership

India and South Korea have agreed to upgrade their economic partnership, signalling a major strategic move amid global trade disruptions.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 7:10 pm

A Malayalam blockbuster film reignites debate over efficacy of Ayurvedic drugs

A section of Ayurveda doctors have objected to the portrayal of a character in Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 7:01 pm

Delink quota from delimitation, says CPI(M)

The party State secretary urges K. Ram Mohan Naidu to clarify Centres stand, calls for womens reservation by 2029 and flags concerns over Andhra Pradesh representation

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 7:00 pm

Core sector activity contracts 0.4% in March 2026 on West Asia impact, worst in 19 months

Data released by the government shows that four out of the eight core sectors of the economy contracted in March 2026; growth in the full year of 2025-26 was the lowest since the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:59 pm

Mediation training programme begins at DSNLU

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:58 pm

U.K.'s Starmer to face grilling from MPs over Mandelson scandal

Mr. Starmer has insisted that he and other ministers were not told until last week that Mr. Mandelson had failed the independent vetting process, which he has branded unforgivable

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:56 pm

Uncertainty prevails over second round of U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan

The two sides are expected to meet in the coming days in Islamabad, for which Pakistani authorities have taken elaborate security measures

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:51 pm

Jaws at 50: Still has bite

Watching the 4K restored version of Jaws to celebrate 50 years of Steven Spielbergs 1975 iconic film was an unmitigated thrill ride and a chance to marvel at the blockbuster template set by the 26-year-old auteur

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:48 pm

Skill drive to boost economy, stabilise population in Andhra Pradesh

Health Minister outlines multi-level training plan; focus on jobs, digital literacy and womens participation as fertility dips to 1.50

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:44 pm

Cashless medical treatment sought for wildlife attack victims

It can be set up on the lines of the one for snakebite victims, says conservationist Giridhar Kulkarni

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:43 pm

Congress, BRS in fixed politics, claims BJP

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:41 pm

The Rearview Podcast | How two Indian mathematicians were denied credit for inventing fingerprinting w/ Anand and Sheetal Ranganathan

In the latest episode, the hosts uncover how Indian mathematicians Hem Chandra Bose and Aziz Ul-Haque were overshadowed by Edward Henry, featuring insights from Anand and Sheetal Ranganathan.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:39 pm

Y.Gee. Mahendras new play is a sequel to Sivaji Ganesans popular film Paritchaikku Neramachu

The play picks up from where the film left off, combining politically-charged dialogue with wit and strong performances.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:39 pm

Photo gallery of Dravidian stalwarts at a tea-shop in interior Dindigul

Jain Allaudin says, There should be dynastic politics; look at what happened after the death of MGR and Jayalalithaa; If a party has to survive for generations then dynastic politics helps in its growth

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:29 pm

Basaveshwaras teachings still showing the path to establishing a just society,says Minister

Sharanprakash Patil was speaking after inaugurating the 893rd Basava Jayanti celebrations organised at Jagat Circle in Kalaburagi

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:27 pm

Indias butterfly boom: How Nature walks, parks, and trails are sparking a new conservation movement

From Bengalurus urban forests to the Northeasts biodiversity hotspots, enthusiasts and experts are turning butterfly-watching into a powerful gateway to ecology, education, and sustainable travel

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:18 pm

With no official order on RTE quota for Class 9 and 10 SC/ST students in Karnataka, private schools demand hefty fees

The State government has announced in the 2026-27 budget that it will allow SC/ST students to get free education in the same school for classes 9 and 10 under the RTE Act.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:15 pm

A.P. Minister P. Narayana leaves for eight-day Singapore visit to train in governance practices

Andhra Pradesh Minister P. Narayana and his Cabinet colleagues have left for Singapore for training in governance, as part of the States Swarna Andhra Vision 2047

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:09 pm

Cherry blossoms fade in Japan with climate change

The Hindus weekly Science for All newsletter explains all things Science, without the jargon.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:07 pm

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Kancheepuram constituencys sheen overshadowed by rising traffic congestion, civic issues

Improved traffic management, additional parking spaces and better solid waste management are some of the immediate needs of residents; farmers oppose the Parandur airport project fearing loss of livelihood and damage to the environment

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:07 pm

What are higher-order thinking skills?

Memorising facts and important statements in your textbooks may help you score good grades. However, rote learning is not enough to prepare you for the real world.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:03 pm

With no official order on free education for Class 9 and 10 SC/ST students in Karnataka, private schools demand hefty fees

The State government has announced in the 2026-27 budget that it will allow SC/ST students to get free education in the same school for classes 9 and 10 under the RTE Act.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:56 pm

CBI arrests two Reliance Communications executives in bank fraud case

The accused, D. Vishwanath and Anil Kalya, are linked to a case registered by the CBI in August 2025 against RCom, its former director Anil Ambani and others, following a complaint lodged by the SBI.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:42 pm

Traffic curbs announced for IPL matches at Hyderabads Uppal stadium

Five major parking locations were identified for spectators on April 21. The police advised people to use public to use RTC buses and the Hyderabad Metro Rail to reach the stadium.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:40 pm

Black panther to return to Vizag zoo after 40 years; formal release on April 21

A female black panther from the Assam State Zoo in Guwahati will be released into an enclosure at the Indira Gandhi Zoological Park, Visakhapatnam, on April 21

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:39 pm

TVK chief Vijays youth appeal: charisma or desire for change?

Conversations with a cross-section of voters in Madurai and its surroundings reveal a clear age divide in the political landscape

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:38 pm

Businesses can claim refunds for Trump tariffs ruled unconstitutional from April 20

Importers and their brokers will be able to begin claiming refunds through an online portal beginning at 8 a.m., according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the agency administering the system.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:27 pm

National seminar at CPCRI Kayamkulam to address biosecurity threats in horticultural crops

Seminar aims at raising awareness within the scientific community of invasive plants, pests, and diseases

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:25 pm

Pradhan claims chaos, corruption in Trinamool Congress-led West Bengal

Days ahead of polling for the first phase on April 23, the BJP leader alleges that law and order has collapsed in the State and that corruption and the syndicate raj have weakened administrative structures, hindering development

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:22 pm

Kochi Chander Kunj apartment owners file contempt plea against Army Welfare Housing Organisation over rent default

A total of 200 owners are waiting for the second tranche of rent for the six months beginning March, 2026, say the Chander Kunj Army Towers Apartment Owners Association president

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:08 pm

Watch: One year after Pahalgam attack, Kashmir tourism shows signs of revival

One year on, after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians and shook Kashmirs tourism industry, the Valley is once again showing signs of revival

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:03 pm

Raja Shivaji trailer: Riteish Deshmukh as the valiant Maratha warrior battles the Mughals

The film also stars Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Genelia Deshmukh, Jitendra Joshi, Fardeen Khan and Vidya Balan in pivotal roles

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:53 pm

Congress obstructing womens empowerment, hurting souths representation: Lanka Dinakar

Congress obstructing womens empowerment, hurting souths political representation says Andhra Pradesh BJP leader, Lanka Dinakar

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:49 pm

First Day First Show | Jana Nayagan row, The Raja Saab review

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:43 pm

First Day First Show | Wonder Man review, Gautham Menon interview

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:40 pm

Kerala Assembly polls: Returning Officer rejects reports of opening strongroom in Perambra

Officer says an unsealed room in a college, where polling records of Perambra constituency were kept, was opened in presence of candidates poll agents for the purpose of updating information in software related to election process

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:39 pm

Rupee falls 19 paise to settle at 93.10 against U.S. dollar

The dollar index, which gauges the greenbacks strength against a basket of six currencies, rose 0.14% to 98.03

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:39 pm

It's all drama: Mamata on PM making pit stop to buy jhalmuri during Bengal poll campaign

Mamata Banerjees comment came a day after PM Modi made a pit stop during his campaign tour in Jhargram to buy jhalmuri, a popular Bengali street food

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:38 pm

First Day First Show | Golden Globes 2026, Happy Patel review

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:36 pm

Madras High Court stays case against BJP leader Annamalai over Muthuramalinga Thevar remarks

Justice M. Nirmal Kumar grants the interim stay and also dispenses with the petitioners personal appearance before a judicial magistrate court in Salem

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:33 pm

Tired of political turmoil, Bulgarians give ex-President a convincing mandate for change

Boyko Borissov conceded defeat and congratulated the election winner ex-President Rumen Radev

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:32 pm

EU hosts Palestinian leader in conference about security and peace in Gaza and the West Bank

Gaza requires one state, one government, one law and one goal, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohamed Mustafa said in Brussels

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:30 pm

U.K. calls for 'toll-free' Strait of Hormuz

U.K. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper arrived in Japan for the final leg of what has been branded as an intensified shuttle diplomacy tour to advance coordination with key allies on shared geopolitical, economic and energy security priorities

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:28 pm

BJP to reintroduce Womens Reservation Bill, says Nagothu Ramesh; protests on April 24, 25

BJP to reintroduce Womens Reservation Bill, says BJP Andhra Pradesh general secretary Nagothu Ramesh; party to hold State-wide protests against Congress in Vijayawada on April 24, 25

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:28 pm

In Focus podcast | Can a cancer therapy help treat autoimmune diseases?

A cutting-edge cancer therapy is now showing promise against autoimmune diseases, but how far can it go?

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:25 pm

First Day First Show | Wuthering Heights review, Shilpa Rao interview

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:24 pm

Chain-snatching incident during Mathamangalam temple festival in Kannur: two held, two others flee

The stolen chain could not be recovered from those detained and the police suspect that it may be with the two women who escaped

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:23 pm

Russia arrests German woman in alleged bomb plot

Russia has arrested dozens of people throughout the four-year war, on allegations of working for Ukraine to carry out sabotage attacks

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:20 pm

First Day First Show | Priyanka Chopra interview, Kennedy review

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:18 pm

First Day First Show | Tamannaah Bhatia interview, The Bluff review

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:14 pm

Telangana 2026 summer temperature tracker

Adilabad recorded the highest of 44.5C on April 19, 2026

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:13 pm

World Athletics Integrity Unit designates India as country having extremely high risk of doping

In a decision taken recently by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) Board, Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has been re-categorised from Category B to Category A under Rule 15 of the World Athletics' Anti-Doping Rules

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:13 pm

First Day First Show | Reviews of The Bride! and Subedaar

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:10 pm

Lawrence of Punjab: ZEE5s upcoming docu-series sets premiere date

Directed by Raghav Darr, the show traces the journey of a criminal identity through the lens of culture, systems, and visibility

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:08 pm

DMK releases Chennai manifesto, promises major infrastructure push

Ahead of the polls, the DMK has unveiled its Chennai manifesto with a focus on infrastructure and urban services. Key promises include completing metro expansion by 2028, introducing 1,000 minibuses, easing traffic congestion, and improving water supply, roads and drainage across the city.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:08 pm

First Day First Show | Dhurandhar 2 review, Oscars 2026

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:04 pm

Mission Khapli helps farmers get better prices for Emmer wheat favoured by health conscious customers

Farmers band together to seek better price for Emmer wheat, which was grown as a subsistence crop by farmers on both banks of the Krishna river in Karnataka and Maharashtra

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:59 pm

Fire breaks out in Rajasthan HPCL refinery, a day before PM Modi was to inaugurate it

The HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL) refinery is a 79,459 crore joint venture between HPCL and the Government of Rajasthan

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:59 pm

Reading between the lines in CBSE results

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:55 pm

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Farmers and weavers of Thiruvidaimarudur constituency seek sustainability

Agriculture is the core activity in this old delta region, and handloom weaving too has thrived here for generations. Thirubhuvanam, located in this constituency, is well-known for its one-side border filature silk sarees.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:55 pm

Unemployment, environmental issues are major demands, says CPI(M) candidate for Tiruvottiyur constituency L Sundararajan

The only CPI(M) candidate of the DMK alliance in the Northern region of Tamil Nadu, and from the Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu and Tiruvallur district he speaks about the issues affecting his constituency. Speaking to The Hindu amid his election campaign Tiruvottiyur, Mr. Sundararajan contesting elections for the first time, speaks about his motivation and developments in the constituency.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:52 pm

Ahead of Thrissur Pooram in Kerala, Rajan Gurukkal calls for ban on high-decibel fireworks citing health risks, pollution

Warning of the impacts on air pollution, acoustic stress and public health, Prof. Gurukkal highlights the risks of conducting the event in the region with a high concentration of hospitals having labour wards and neonatal intensive care units

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:49 pm

Chandrababu Naidu has breakfast with workers at Vijayawada Anna Canteen on 76th birthday

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu had breakfast with workers at the Anna Canteen at Patamata in Vijayawada on his birthday

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:48 pm

Defence Chief General Anil Chauhan in U.K. for training, operations dialogue

Representatives of the British defence industry are scheduled to meet General Chauhan to progress talks on greater defence co-production between the two countries

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:38 pm