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Samrat Choudhary set to become next Bihar CM, State to gets its first BJP-led government

Bihar to get its first BJP-led government after Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is set to become the States new Chief Minister on April 15, 2026.

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 11:46 pm

Centre seeks inter-State redistribution of Lok Sabha seats based on 2011 Census

Government circulates drafts of Constitution (131st) Amendment Bill and Delimitation Bill; says they are aimed at expediting the implementation of 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies; if these proposals are enacted, the Hindi heartland States will see their share of Lok Sabha seats rise, while the southern States will see theirs shrink

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 11:46 pm

Cabinet Secretary calls for sovereign AI, resilient supply chains at Army Commanders Conference

Dr. Somanathan called for stronger civil-military cooperation, asserting that a whole-of-nation approach is vital to achieving optimal outcomes in both conflict and peacetime scenarios

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 11:45 pm

Trinamool paved way for BJP in West Bengal, says Rahul Gandhi

Addresses rallies in Uttar Dinajpur, Malda and Murshidabad districts, seeking support for party candidates; this marks his first campaign in State since 2021 Assembly polls

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 11:43 pm

GE Aerospace, HAL near final deal on co-production of F414 jet engines

The two sides, which have been in talks for nearly three years since signing an agreement on the co-production of F414 fighter jet engines, are now close to concluding key elements of the programme

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 11:29 pm

Lebanese and Israeli envoys to meet as Israel presses war on Hezbollah

The meeting comes at a critical juncture in the crisis in West Asia, a week into a fragile ceasefire between the United States, Israel, and Iran. The parallel war between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon has been a complicating factor in Pakistans mediation to end the wider conflict

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 11:23 pm

Rajnath Singh to visit Germany from April 21; submarine deal likely high on the agenda

German defence major Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) is close to finalising the deal, estimated to be worth over $8 billion; the submarines are expected to be built primarily in India by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited in Mumbai, in collaboration with TKMS

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 11:18 pm

Sonia Gandhi on the real danger behind the delimitation push

In an opinion piece, Sonia Gandhi warns that the governments rush to hold a special Parliament session risks pushing through farreaching constitutional changes. She argues that delimitation not womens reservation is the real issue, and cautions against bypassing consensus and debate.

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 11:15 pm

Matka King team interview | Vijay Varma | Siddharth Jadhav

In this conversation, actors Vijay Varma and Siddharth Jadhav and co-writer and co-creator Abhay Koranne discuss their upcoming period-drama series, Matka King, how Varma prepared for the role, his effortless approach to acting, collaborating with Nagraj Manjule, and more

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 11:11 pm

Tamil Nadu Elections: Where even the powerful can lose

In Tamil Nadu, even the most powerful leaders have faced defeat at the ballot box. From Chief Ministers to national icons, voters have repeatedly asserted their authority. This video looks at key electoral moments that prove one truth of Tamil Nadu politics: no leader is bigger than the voter.

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 11:09 pm

Delimitation is the BJPs tool to divide Bengal and India, says Mamata

Trinamool Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee, said that the BJP is attempting a delimitation exercise without a full majority

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 10:58 pm

Intense contests brewing inthe Cauverydelta, the rice bowl of Tamil Nadu

TheDMK, which had won 37 of the 41 constituencies in nine districts in 2021, is looking to better its performance. The AIADMK, which had suffered heavy losses owing to a split in the votes caused by theAMMKand theNTKin several constituencies last time, is hoping that the anti-incumbency factor will turn the tide in its favour

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 10:51 pm

Xi calls for closer ties with Spain in face of global 'chaos'

Both China and Spain are principled countries that stand for justice. They should strengthen communication, consolidate mutual trust, and cooperate closely to oppose the world's regression to the law of the jungle, Mr. Xi said during talks in the Great Hall of the People

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 10:44 pm

Govt. committed to values espoused by Ambedkar, says Minister

Participating in 135th birth anniversary celebrations of Dr. Ambedkar in city, Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy says that Dr. Ambedkar proved that discrimination cannot hinder intellectual progress

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 10:17 pm

Realme launches Narzo 100 Lite 5G in India for budget buyers

Realme Narzo 100 Lite 5G holds a 7,000 mAh battery and supports 15W charging and reverse charging

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 10:15 pm

Higher vote share forVijaycould work to theDMKsadvantage, says the CPI Tamil Nadu secretary

Within theTVK, there is an educated group of people keen on defeating theBJPfront which, they believe, is acting against Tamil Nadus interests. Many of them recognise that voting forVijaymay not yield benefits. They understand that theDMK-led alliance has an edge over theAIADMK-led front, says M. Veerapandian

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 10:01 pm

Opposition support crucial to pass womens reservation and delimitation Bills

Parties across the Opposition, and even some allies, flag concerns over ambiguity on delimitation and federal balance

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 10:01 pm

Watch: The Hindus new show - Above the Fold | 14.04.2026

Above the Fold is The Hindus weekday news show, bringing you the most important stories of the day with clarity, depth, and context. Each episode also spotlights exclusive reporting, sharp analysis, and on-ground stories from The Hindu that you shouldnt miss.

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:58 pm

IPL 2026: Moody backs Pooran to regain form soon

LSGs global director of cricket also hints that pace sensation Mayank Yadav could play his first game this season

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:51 pm

Constitution amendment Bill proposes fresh delimitation, possible change in size of State Assemblies

The proposed amendments in effect means that State Assemblies will see a change in their total number of seats depending on population changes and constituency boundaries within States will also be redrawn as part of the delimitation exercise

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:50 pm

Pope Leo issues warning on democracy after Trump criticism

Lacking this foundation, [democracy] risks becoming either a majoritarian tyranny or a mask for the dominance of economic and technological elites, says Pope in the letter

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:40 pm

Kerala polls: Cong leader criticises social media chatter on CM post, says high command will decide

Lok Sabha MP Benny Behanan describes ongoing debates on social media as painful and unnecessary, and urges party workers and supporters to wait for the election results and the leaderships decision

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:37 pm

Vishu fails to bring cheer to hotel and catering industry

Less than half the hotels have arranged to provide Vishu sadya, says KHRA president; the stifling heat is also not helping matters with footfall dropping

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:29 pm

Madhya Pradesh woman forced to carry husband on shoulders, cut her hair as punishment; four held

A video showing the alleged incident from Balawas village goes viral, after which officers locate the victim and the accused, according to the police

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:28 pm

A.P. government will leverage all emerging technologies, says CM

The focus will be on quantum deeptech, drones, space and green hydrogen technologies, Naidu says, adding that vision and foresight make wonders

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:26 pm

Nine killed in boiler explosion at Chhattisgarh power plant

Chief Minister expresses grief, promises impartial probe

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:01 pm

KWAs crucial projects in Kochi still await govt. nod

Kochis drinking water crisis continues as approval for a 190-MLD water treatment plant remains pending, while a 2,000-crore sewage treatment project aimed at improving the citys sanitation system is also awaiting clearance

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:00 pm

Ulundurpet set to witness a direct battle between Dravidian majors

Though a predominantly agrarian constituency, it suffers from serious traffic congestion and infrastructure related issues including road expansion, underground sewerage system and proper solid waste management

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 9:00 pm

For 33% quota for women before next parliamentary polls, Lok Sabha seats to be increased to up to 850

The seats reserved for women in Lok Sabha and legislative Assemblies shall be allotted by rotation to different constituencies in a state or Union territory, the Bill circulated among Lok Sabha members said

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:59 pm

Karnataka begins linking PUC data with VAHAN after out-of-state fines

Commuters have welcomed the move, citing long-standing inconvenience

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:52 pm

West Asia crisis-fuelled seller inflation fails to douse Vishu festival shopping spirit

People flock to the Chalai market in Thiruvananthapuram on the eve of the festival even as sellers say the business is not as good as it was last year

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:49 pm

Inside Indias deportation policy: timelines to speed up deportation of illegal migrants, holding centres with 10-ft.-high barbed wireboundary

The new deportation policy issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs asks all States to set up a special task force in each district to detect, identify and deport/send back illegal migrants from Bangladesh and Myanmar, and provide a monthly status report on foreigners who are missing or overstaying their visas

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:48 pm

PM Modi, Trump discuss bilateral co-operation

It was the third phone call between the two leaders this year and the first after the recent peace talks between Iran and the U.S.

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:46 pm

Payyavula rebuts YSRCPs claims on RLIS halt

Finance Ministe says National Green Tribunal stay led to stoppage of works, alleges YSR Congress Party neglected Rayalaseema irrigation during its five-year rule

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:43 pm

Exporters ordeal over watermelon shipment to UAE highlights depth of West Asian crisis in export sector

After shipping timeline was disrupted due to West Asian crisis, an exporter incurred unexpected costs totalling nearly 23 lakh, only to find his cargo spoiled upon arrival.

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:41 pm

Private nurses strike called off in Kozhikode

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:41 pm

IPL 2026 | RCB batters and Chinnaswamy pitch pose LSG bowlers their toughest test yet

The clash will be the first of three consecutive games in the Garden City over the next 10 days, and having already won its two fixtures here, RCB would want to continue in the same vein and maximise its chances

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:41 pm

BJP had stopped womens quota bill in past, says CPI State secretary

If the BJP really wants to give reservation to women, it should start a discussion in Parliament. The Centre should consult political parties, says Veerapandian

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:38 pm

Kudumbashree harvests success, captures Vishu market in Thrissur

Collective farming effort delivers bumper yields of safe, fresh produce amid harsh summer

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 8:37 pm