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Parliament Budget Session: 19 hours, 13 minutes wasted due to disruptions, Lok Sabha Speaker informs the House

Speaker Om Birla said people have elected the members to raise their issues and not to shout slogans, reprimanding Opposition MPs for their protests

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 11:56 am

SCR to run 160 Holi special trains

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 11:56 am

Amazon shares plunge as AI costs climb

Amazon reported a profit of $21.2 billion on net sales of $213.4 billion in the recently ended quarter as its AWS businesses thrived

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 11:52 am

Badminton Asian Team championship: Indian women knocked out after quarterfinal loss to China

India had won a historic gold medal in the previous edition in 2024, but the absence of the talismanic P.V. Sindhu due to a niggle made the task of defending the title a tough one

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 11:50 am

How fashion is taking the stage at concerts in India

Alongside Indias booming concert economy, fan pits have emerged as a playground for bold fashion experiments. From corsets and saris to DIY gowns, we ask concertgoers how they craft the perfect look

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 11:50 am

T.N. CM Stalin unveils Karl Marxs statue at Egmore Museum in Chennai

Mr. Stalin, on April 2 last year, announced that the State government would install a statue of the German philosopher in the city

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 11:48 am

Private sleeper bus catches fire on Bengaluru outskirts, all passengers and crew are safe

According to police sources, the bus crashed into an electric pole near Hanumanthapura around 12.15 a.m., following which all the passengers were evacuated

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 11:39 am

Starlink fuels SpaceX growth with potential phone, more internet services

Elon Musk says each future Starship launch carrying Starlink satellites will expand the constellations capacity by more than 20 times

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:57 am

Josh Hazlewood ruled out of T20 World Cup, another major setback for Australia

Australia would not be naming any replacement for the 35-year-old bowler

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:53 am

Berlinale 2026: Arundhati Roys cult film In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones and the lunatic fringe goes to Berlin

After 37 years, Arundhati Roy and Pradip Krishens filmIn Which Annie Gives It Those Oneswill premiereatBerlinale Classicsunderliningfreer times anda disregard forhomogenisation

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:53 am

The Hindu Editorial | Intent and outcome On Indias climate budget for 2026 27 | 06.02.2026

Indias Union Budget 202627 marks another step in the countrys green transition but with a familiar pattern of big intentions and cautious allocations. The government has announced a 20,000crore, fiveyear outlay for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS), signalling Indias shift into the pilot and demonstration phase of this complex technology. While CCUS is crucial for hardtoabate sectors like steel, cement and aluminium, global experience from Norway, Canada and the U.S. shows that scaling it remains costly and uneven.

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:47 am

Karnataka High Court notice to SEC on plea to notify schedule in 15 days for elections to Shivamogga City Corporation

The petitioner has pointed out that the SEC and the government of Karnataka have violated provisions of the Constitution of India in not holding timely elections to the council of SCC, the term of which ended on August 30, 2023

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:47 am

FIFA reports a record of 5,973 international transfers in January window

The transfer marks a 3% increase from the previous year in cross-border deals between clubs in different countries, where the transactions are processed by FIFA

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:41 am

Meghalaya coal mine explosion: Two mine owners arrested, rescue operations ongoing

The CM has assured of stringent action against those responsible for the explosion

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:40 am

RBI MPC keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.5%

RBI Governor Malhotra said that domestic inflation and growth outlook remain positive and added that the Indian economy remains resilient.

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:26 am

Parliament Budget Session Day 8 LIVE: Lok Sabha to hold general discussion on Union Budget 2026-27

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on the Motion of Thanks on the Presidents address in the Rajya Sabha

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:23 am

Ukraine and Russia swap over 300 prisoners after productive Abu Dhabi talks

Ukraine and Russia have carried out a major prisoner exchange following U.S.-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi, marking the first such swap in five months.

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:21 am

Illicit poppy plantations on 200 acres destroyed in Manipur

Illegal poppy plantations on 185 acres of land were destroyed in Khamashom and Leingangching hill ranges in Ukhrul district, says police

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:21 am

Documents on anti-Hindi agitation wiped out on Bhaktavatsalamsorder

On February 24, 1967, a month before losing power to theDMK, the last Congress Chief Minister ordered the Public Department to destroy recordson the anti-Hindi agitation that rocked the State. After assuming office,Annaduraisought an explanation from the Chief Secretary and wanted to know whether the papers could be reconstructed

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:20 am

Death by cyberchondria

Filicide by a mother of two in Rajasthans Bhilwara district has shown the extremes to which health misinformation amplified by social media algorithms can lead in a country especially vulnerable to spurious medical advice

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:20 am

Sri Chidambaram Garu movie review: A refreshing, earnest tale of self-discovery

Director Vinay Ratnams simple story comes alive with its delectable imagery, soothing music and impressive performances

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:18 am

Bangladesh elections: Key dates, result declaration and primary contestants

Bangladesh will hold its 13th Parliamentary elections, an event keenly watched by its citizens and the world.

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:18 am

A living laboratory of art on view at the India Art Fair 2026

The 17th edition of one of Indias premier art events is being held in the capital, with a record 133 exhibitors and landmark programming

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:17 am

NITK offers alternative to mobile network during emergency, links schools and colleges in coastal Karnatakathrough HAM radio network

The projectcombines disaster communication, technical education and community outreach using an amateur wireless communication system that does not rely on mobile phone networks or internet connectivity

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:13 am

The sale of xAI comes with tax, financial and legal benefits for xAI and SpaceX investors

Instead of combining the two companies into one and fully integrating operations, Musk decided to retain xAI, which runs social media platform X and created the Grok chatbot, as a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX, said sources

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:11 am

25 years of Bharat Rang Mahotsav: A journey through Indias soulful theatre

As the 25th edition of the National School of Dramas Bharat Rang Mahotsav celebrates theatre in all its forms, we speak to seasoned theatre practitioners about the mission, memories, and magic of stagecraft

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:10 am

Rupee rises 11 paise to 90.23 against U.S. dollar

However, FII outflows, rise in crude oil prices, and a marginally stronger greenback capped sharper gains in the local unit, according to forex traders

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 10:04 am

AAP leader Lucky Oberoi shot dead in Punjabs Jalandhar

Lucky Oberoi arrived at the gurdwara in his Thar vehicle when the assailants, who were on a two-wheeler, opened fire at him

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 9:54 am

Bitcoin on the cusp of $60,000 as investors flee risky bets

The worlds largest cryptocurrency was last up 1.64% at $64,153.24 in volatile trade, swinging between gains and losses after having hit a low of $60,008.52

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 9:52 am

Kerala actor Maniyanpillai Raju involved in hit-and-run; two youths on motorcycle injured

Police register case for rash driving and failure to ensure medical assistance to the injured. The incident occurred near Trivandrum Club in Thiruvananthapuram city late Thursday

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 9:44 am

US software stocks slammed on mounting fears over AI disruption, lose$1 trillion in a week

Precious metals gold and silver resumed their slide on Thursday after a historic rout earlier this week, and bitcoin fell 13% to $62,890

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 9:38 am

Hong Kong ex-media tycoon Jimmy Lai will be sentenced on February 9 after national security conviction

Jimmy Lai, the 78-year-old founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper, could face up to life in prison in the case that has stirred criticism from some foreign governments

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 9:38 am

Iran, U.S. set for talks in Oman over nuclear programme after Tehran shaken by nationwide protests

The two countries have returned to Oman, a sultanate on the eastern edge of the Arabian Peninsula, months after rounds of meetings turned to ash following Israel's launch of a 12-day war against Iran back in June

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 9:32 am

2026 Winter Olympics: Italy set for star-studded opening ceremony

While details of the ceremony remain secret, the theme of harmony runs through it, threading together different elements from the financial hub of Milan to the snow-capped mountains of Cortina dAmpezzo

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 8:46 am

Adani Foundation marks one year of Mangal Seva programme

The programme supports divyang women through financial assistance, a statement issued by the Adani Group stated

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 8:45 am

Tejashwi slams government, Nitish calls him child; Jan Suraaj Party moves SC over cash inducement to women voters in Bihar poll

While slamming the NDA government in Bihar under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav charged that it was running on false praise and complete negligence

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 8:43 am

India Stonemart starts with emphasis on marble, sandstone as emerging investment sectors

Rajasthan had 85 types of minerals and each district had its own unique stone identity, CM said

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 8:42 am

Healthcare industry needs to functionally readjust to meet challenges posed by climate change: Experts

Healthcare delivery systems contribute substantially to carbon emissions through resource-intense operations and high energy use, the conference found

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 8:35 am

How are dating apps turning on AI for their users?

Dating apps are deploying AI features to learn more about their users and their desires, even as those looking for connection try to differentiate between human and chatbot matches

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 8:25 am

APJAC Amaravati seeks official recognition, passes 16 resolutions at State conference

It demands appointment of a PRC Commissioner, announcement of Interim Relief and a clear roadmap for settling pending arrears

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 8:15 am

Tiger tale: Life in the territory of fear in Andhra Pradesh

The ongoing human-animal conflict in Andhra Pradesh, where a sub-adult male tiger killed 20 heads of cattle in East Godavari and Eluru districts, has upended the livelihoods of many tobacco growers, dairy farmers and agricultural workers. Nellore Sravani writes about the panic prevailing among the people and the Forest departments race to find out why an apparently healthy tiger is killing livestock in human habitats

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 8:10 am

Transplanted lives: Organ donation in Kerala gains traction

Organ donation from live donors and harvested from brain-dead patients is often mired in controversies and misconceptions. Aathira Haridas meets some of the organ recipients and donors to understand the complex emotional and medical aspects of the life-saving process, which is slowly gaining ground in the State

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 7:40 am

The Lighthouse Bar opens at The Park Visakhapatnam

The Lighthouse Bar at The Park returns to a familiar address in the city with quiet confidence and sharp flavours

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 7:39 am

Migrant hands rooted across Telanganas farms

From grape farms on Hyderabads fringes to paddy fields deep in the countryside, Telanganas agriculture is being sustained by workers from other States. Farmers, activists and government officials say the migrants have become indispensable to farm operations here even as local youth step away from fieldwork. K. Shiva Shankertraces the forces reshaping farm labour in the State

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 7:35 am

This new video series explores Indias past through food

Indian History, Thali by Thali, an initiative of the Historically Tempered Collective, allows experts to talk about a number of things food touches on, including gender, class, caste and hierarchies

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 6:48 am

Several people arrested, detained at liquor party near Ahmedabad

The action followed a raid conducted shortly after midnight at Safal Nirvana Greens near Sanand, where a Mumbai-based man had organised a party to mark his brother-in-laws 25th wedding anniversary, officials said

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 4:50 am

Uttar Pradesh CM orders State-wide campaign, action against Chinese kite string

Chinese kite string is completely banned and its continued availability is a matter of serious concern. All police officials across the State should launch intensive raid operations, Mr. Adityanath said

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 4:37 am

Delhi HC rules prohibition on transfer of medical student to another college invalid

A Bench of Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia said Regulation 18 of the Graduate Medical Education Regulation, 2023 was against the Constitution for being manifestly unreasonable and arbitrary.

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 4:33 am

Orissa HC directs to stop movement of illegally raised minerals

Odisha government has been directed to file an affidavit on actions taken to contain illegal mining activities within three weeks

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 4:30 am

FIR over scuffle in BHU campus as UGC issue take centre stage

A physical altercation at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) on February 3, 2026, occurred after M.A. History student Adarsh Kumar reported being attacked for sharing a protest poster on new UGC regulations. While the FIR does not explicitly connect the violence to the UGC issue, he claims it stemmed from a WhatsApp debate on the topic

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 3:30 am

UT with Assembly model should be done away with from Constitution: J&K CM Omar Abdullah

Its very hard to work as CM of a UT with Assembly. I appeal to the Prime Minister to as a gift to this nation abolish this system from the Constitution. Either it should be a State or a UT without Assembly. Its like tying the hand of government from behind and is a fraud with the mandate of people, said Mr. Abdullah

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 3:14 am

Amit Shah embarks on two-day J&K visit

Senior Congress leader and legislator Tariq Hameed Karra said frequent visits by Amit Shah were an indication of the fact that things were not normal in J&K

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 3:02 am

A time for reflection

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 2:09 am

BOXAM Elite 2026: Lovlina starts with win, Hitesh marches on

In the womens 75kg category, Lovlina pips Ukraines Olha Pylypchuk 5:0; In the mens 70kg section, Hitesh wins Canadas Vincent Santoriello 5:0

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 2:06 am

Hockey India names 24-member squad for Pro League

While Pawan Malik gets a chance in the goal, defender and drag-flicker Amandeep Lakra has earned a call-up after an impressive outing in the Hockey India League, where he was adjudged the Player of the Tournament.

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 2:04 am

Four-star Kerala demolishes Punjab, sets up summit clash with Services

Riyas stars with a brace for the seven-time champion while Ajsal and Viknesh score one apiece; Harjit being sent off in the 72nd minute compounds the opponents woes: Abhisheks double seals the fate of Railways in the first last-four encounter; final to be played on Sunday

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 1:53 am

Should the Governors address be scrapped?

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 1:52 am

He always wanted us to attack: Shanaka on Rathour

Vikram Rathour being a good addition to our side, Shanaka said while addressing a captains day event alongside seven other skippers from participating teams

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 1:37 am

Reduction in air pollution isnt a victory, but a positive sign

Development and employment in NCR, home to eight crore people, must be balanced with the need for clean air, says Central pollution panel official Tarun Kumar Pithode

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 1:25 am

A hundred years ago | Control of Buddha Gaya

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 1:23 am

CM Stalin inaugurates citys secondpedestrian plaza on Khader Nawaz Khan Road

The GCC implemented the project at 19.81 cr. The plaza in Nungambakkam features play areas and walkway for persons with disabilities. Shop owners expect the number of visitors to increase

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 12:55 am

We've been able to build depth in squad: Australia captain Marsh on absence of Cummins, Hazlewood

Cummins was ruled out of the marquee event with a back strain and Hazlewood will miss a couple of matches in the group phase because of an Achilles niggle

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 12:52 am

India game not in our control, it's government's decision: Pakistan skipper Salman Agha

Salman Agha said in the event of India and Pakistan clashing in the knockouts, his team will again abide by the decision taken by the Pakistan government

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 12:42 am

I wanted a new challenge and a new opportunity to make an impact in a new league: David Harte

The Irish shot-stopper, who rates Tamil Nadu Dragons teammate Prince Deep highly, talks about the evolution of goalkeeping, the value of experience and enjoying the pressure moments

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 12:31 am

TMCgovt. hikes monthly aid for women, unveils scheme for unemployed

4.06-lakh-croreinterim budget tabled ahead of West Bengal Assembly election; under BanglarYubaSathi, monthly allowance of 1,500 will be given to jobless youth;BJPterms it a deception

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 12:20 am

Maoist killed, C-60 commando injured in encounter in Gadchiroli; two Maoist camps destroyed

The operation involving 14 C-60 units under SDPO Bhamragd began near Phodewada village on Gadchiroli-Narayanpur border after specific intelligence was received on Tuesday (February 3, 2026) evening about the presence of ultras of company number 10 of the outlawed Communist Party of India (Maoist), an official said

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 12:20 am

The fading of Indias environmental jurisprudence

The higher judiciary appears to be aiding a watering down of environmental protection

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 12:17 am

Global seminar on fireflies concludes

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 12:12 am