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DMK requests separate seating in Lok Sabha after ties with Congress end

Ms. Kanimozhi requested separate seating arrangements for DMK members to enable them to effectively discharge their parliamentary responsibilities

The Hindu 8 May 2026 6:27 pm

Heavy rain lashes Namakkal district

The Hindu 8 May 2026 6:26 pm

Bombay High Court gives BMC five weeks for hawker ID cards

A Division Bench of Justice Ajay Gadkari and Justice Kamal Khata said issuance of the ID cards will not create any equity in favour of the 99,435 hawkers. The cards are meant only to identify hawkers who are not permitted.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 6:25 pm

Why everyone loves a good Kerala meal

The Hindu 8 May 2026 6:19 pm

Uniforms, ID cards mandatory for power department staff across Karnataka

Decision follows a representation submitted to the Energy Minister highlighting rising incidents of impersonation and public concern over fake electricity department staff.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 6:18 pm

Hyderabad: Study shows rising snake rescues driven by urban expansion

The study provides the first empirical evidence of synanthropisation (the process by which wild animals or plants adapt to living in close association with humans), wherein snakes show adaptations to human-modified environments, said lead researcher

The Hindu 8 May 2026 6:14 pm

T.N. Government formation: IUML meeting to decide on its stand

The party had earlier announced it would not extended support to any formation

The Hindu 8 May 2026 6:08 pm

Gullak season 5: Anant Joshi joins the cast of Sony LIVs comedy series

The actor will replace Vaibhav Raj Gupta to play the character of Annu Bhaiya in the new season

The Hindu 8 May 2026 6:03 pm

In Focus podcast | India-UK FTA: Does it pack enough to increase bilateral trade?

Dame Susan Langley speaks to us about the IndiaUK FTA, financial services, and the opportunities for deeper economic cooperation.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 6:02 pm

Erode secures top rank in State with 98.87 pass percentage in Class 12 exams

Girls achieved a pass percentage of 99.27 and boys, 98.42; 128 schools produced centum results, including 47 government schools

The Hindu 8 May 2026 6:01 pm

Telangana CM says witnessing fast track development, seeks peoples support

Mr. Revanth Reddy addresses public meeting in his native Kodangal constituency

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:56 pm

Narcotics trade driving force behind Punjabs black economy, says study

Analysis shows that substance dependence is concentrated among younger, underemployed males with limited educational attainment, with initiation often occurring at an early age

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:53 pm

Oil companies bleed 30,000 crore as fuel prices held steady despite global energy shock

Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation have incurred 30,000 crore in under-recoveries since mid-March

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:38 pm

Delhi CM attack case: Court seeks report after accused allege assault, threats inside jail

The application sought directions for ensuring the safety and security of the two accused inside jail and requested that they be shifted to a separate barrack

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:32 pm

Bengaluru Metro to suspend Purple Line services for two hours on May 10

Train services will be curtailed between Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) and Cubbon Park Metro Station from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. for maintenance works.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:26 pm

The Sheep Detectives movie review: Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson and the rest of the flock charm in this sweet, smart fable

No one will call sheep simple-minded after meeting these woolly investigators as they are guaranteed to have Holmes, Poirot and the rest running for their magnifying glasses

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:26 pm

Tamil Nadu government formation: Vijays TVK close to majority mark | A timeline of events

Following inconclusive Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu that led to an unprecedented hung assembly in the State, government formation has been delayed amidst coalition discussions. Here is a timeline of events.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:25 pm

CPI letter to Tamil Nadu Governor says its support is for stable secular government

The letter was sent under the instruction of the party's State secretary, M. Veerapandian and the legislature party leader T. Ramachandran

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:25 pm

India faces no immediate public health threat from hantavirus: NIV chief

Hantaviruses are mainly transmitted to humans through contact with infected rodents or their excreta such as saliva, urine and faeces, he told PTI

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:22 pm

Clockwise sequence of traffic signal at Head Post Office junction puts unwary motorists at risk

Due to the change in the sequence, we often have to rush through the intersection before the vehicles from the left side start moving ahead; Often vehicles coming in two directions converge at the centre, which is quite dangerous, says a resident

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:21 pm

Regal Reality excels

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:17 pm

School for visually impaired continues to achieve 100% result in Plus Two exams

The school, one of the three institutions functioning in the State for visually impaired students, saw all 16 students who appeared for the examinations clear them

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:10 pm

Uttar Pradesh government scraps smart prepaid meter system; shifts all consumers to postpaid mode

Consumers will receive electricity bills after consumption, with bills for electricity used in May 2026 to be issued in June under the postpaid system

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:07 pm

Local holiday for Karur district on May 27

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:06 pm

From political defection to murder: Jayakanthans story on shifting loyalties

Jayakanthan writes that the poor, who become victims of politicians machinations, live with hungry stomachs, stoves that rarely burn and huts without roofs

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:02 pm

TVK and Congress cadres stage protest

The Hindu 8 May 2026 5:00 pm

Telangana Govt issues detailed guidelines for Musi rejuvenation Phase-I; December 2027 deadline for project completion

Telangana Cabinet sub-committee on May 8, 2026, directs officials to start construction work of the initial phase spanning five km within 21 km stretch from Himayatsagar to Bapughat and Osmansagar to Bapughat with minimal impact

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:58 pm

Congress cadre stage demonstrations against Governor for not inviting TVK to form government

The demonstrators accuse Governor of acting as a puppet of the Centre

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:57 pm

Final decision on Kerala CM turns into political cliff-hanger as ball now in Congress High Commands court

The question of who among the three probables V.D. Satheesan, K.C. Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala will make the cut appears set to go down to the wire, with High Command reportedly scheduled to make pivotal announcement on Sunday

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:52 pm

CBI files chargesheet against Shubhkamna Buildtech and others

The CBI is currently investigating 50 cases registered pursuant to the directions of the Supreme Court against various builder companies and financial institutions across the country in matters concerning cheating and diversion of funds involving homebuyers

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:51 pm

Left Front to hold protest rally in Kolkata over 'attacks' on working people after poll results

The LF constituents will hold the protest in the Esplanade area of the City's central district, a Front functionary said

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:51 pm

Watch: Why Indias new car emissions rule may change nothing

This episode of The Climate Economy breaks down how Corporate Average Fleet Efficiency norms work, why automakers are divided over them, and how mechanisms like ethanol credits, super credits, credit trading, and block-period compliance could weaken the real impact of the policy.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:51 pm

Rajasthan man held in Byndoor house theft case; 6 lakh recovered

A complaint was filed by Raval Singh about burglars entering his locked house between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. on April 23 and decamping with 6 lakh kept in a cupboard.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:43 pm

Chandrababu Naidu directs officials to clear e-files within 24 hours, push digital governance

The Chief Minister says the speed of governance depends on the speed of file disposal, and asks departments to move almost entirely to e-office systems

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:42 pm

Main Actor Nahin Hoon movie review: Nawazuddin Siddiquis exhausting indie loses charm in excess

Written and directed by Aditya Kripalani, Main Actor Nahin Hoon is filled with some heavy-handed conversations that break the rhythm of its minimalistic design with the voice of the filmmaker often getting in way of letting the characters stay human

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:33 pm

Kerala filmmakers AI short film headed to AI Film Awards, Cannes

Sachu Mathew Kuruvilas AI animated short, The Light, explores loneliness and emotional connection

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:30 pm

Rupee falls 25 paise to close at 94.47 against U.S. dollar

Brent oil prices, which had fallen to $98 per barrel amid the U.S.-Iran peace deal, edged higher to around $100 per barrel as investors weighed the prospects for a West Asia peace deal.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:25 pm

Why simpler offices will define 2026

As employee burnout and workplace distractions rise, offices are shifting to calmer, productivity-focused spaces

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:24 pm

Pedestrian killed in early-morning hit-and-run on Bengalurus MG Road

A preliminary police probe suggested that the deceased had used the washroom near the MG Road boulevard walkway and was crossing to the other side of the road when a reportedly speeding car struck him.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:23 pm

Mortal Kombat II movie review: Combo-dropping sequel is a button-mashing dud

Simon McQuoids sequel finally delivers the tournament carnage fans demanded, although endless lore dumps and limp character work leave this blood-soaked arcade adaptation stuck in an eternal continue screen

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:22 pm

Excise policy: Delhi High Court to hear CBI plea against discharge of Kejriwal, Sisodia on May 11

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said she would pass the necessary order on the appointment on Monday (May 11) and begin hearing the matter on Tuesday (May 12).

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:22 pm

Super Rapid and Blitz: Gukesh beats Caruana in final round of Rapid event

Gukesh is tied fourth with 18 more rounds to come in the blitz section that follows the rapid event

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:21 pm

Elderly woman killed in staged road accident for robbery in Bengaluru; five arrested

In a cinematic-style plan, the accused intentionally rammed a motorcycle into the victim, and then admitted her to a hospital. Meanwhile, one of the accomplices stole her house keys in a an attempt to commit theft.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:20 pm

Former Kerala DGP P.J. Alexander passes away at 92

Known for his academic excellence alongside his policing career, the 1961-batch IPS officer earned a doctorate on the subject of law enforcement and public order

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:10 pm

Hyderabad galleries host long-duration exhibitions this summer

The ongoing exhibitions of Kalakriti and Srishti art galleries showcase contemporary and folk art

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:10 pm

AI + X is not enough; India needs its technology universities to solve for X + AI

Indias AI education strategy needs technology universities to bridge domain expertise and AI application for meaningful integration

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:09 pm

The Doomsday Clock shows the danger but not the way out

The clock banks on the idea that if you show people a sufficiently frightening picture of their future, they will demand change. But history is clear that this strategy is flawed

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:04 pm

Maharashtra Class 10 results out; over 92% students pass, girls outperform boys again

Girls secured an overall pass percentage of 94.96 as against boys' 89.56%, board chairman Trigun Kulkarni said

The Hindu 8 May 2026 3:24 pm

Oil tanker arrives in South Korea after passing through Strait of Hormuz

The latest shipment of one million barrels reportedly equals 35-50% of South Korea's daily crude oil consumption

The Hindu 8 May 2026 3:23 pm

Akhilesh reaffirms support to TMC, DMK; takes dig at Congress

ad alleged that the Bengal polls witnessed multi-layered mafia tactics involving the BJP, the Election Commission and underground elements.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 3:00 pm

Amazon reports cloud outage at North Virginia data centre; CME, Coinbase face trading issues

AWS said its issue stemmed from increased temperatures within a single data centre and it was observing early signs of recovery

The Hindu 8 May 2026 2:52 pm

Kerala elections: CPI to stake claim for Deputy Opposition Leader post in Assembly

Binoy Viswam says Leader of Opposition in Kerala Assembly will be from CPI(M)

The Hindu 8 May 2026 2:27 pm

Much expected board meeting of Sir Ratan Tata Trust cancelled

No new date for the meeting has yet been informed. An emailed query to Tata Trusts did not elicit a response

The Hindu 8 May 2026 2:24 pm

'Bar has much to offer': CJI Kant shares anecdote as he dismisses lawyer's plea for revaluation

The CJI recounted his time as a final-year law student when he, too, wanted to become a judicial officer, had cleared the written test, and was to appear for the interview

The Hindu 8 May 2026 2:23 pm

India pavilion at Venice Biennale reimagines 'home'; resurrects it through artful warp and weft

The Pavilion of India is curated by Amin Jaffer and presented by the Ministry of Culture in partnership with NMACC and Serendipity Arts

The Hindu 8 May 2026 2:21 pm

CUET-UG advisory on dress code, permissible items released

The advisory further stated that white light clothing is preferred and candidates may wear woollens if required, subject to reporting early for frisking

The Hindu 8 May 2026 2:01 pm

Highest temperature in Telangana drops from 46C to 42C

The maximum temperature in Hyderabad was 40.7C

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:49 pm

Scope of legal fiction in party mergers

Henry Maine called legal fiction an agency by which law adapts to changing societies. In the Indian context, a 1955 ruling delineating the scope of legal fiction, reaffirmed by the Supreme Court in March, sets limits that the law on defections has yet to absorb.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:24 pm

Dont want money or grand parades, just want to know our country is watching: Satwik

The world No.4 pair of Satwik and Chirag Shetty, the Asian Games champions, were part of the Indian team that recently claimed a bronze medal in the Thomas Cup in Denmark

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:17 pm

New invasive moth threatens Ladakhs farm-based economy

The larvae of the Phaleracf.bucephala, commonly called the buff-tip moth, are voracious feeders, capable of stripping an entire tree bare in a few weeks

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:17 pm

West Bengal Board of Secondary Education declares Class X exam results; 86.83% students pass

A total of 131 students secured the top 10 ranks, of whom 28 were girls

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:07 pm

Why ovarian cancer needs a louder voice

Roughly 2,50,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer every year across the world. An estimated 1,40,000 will die from it. It is, by some measures, the deadliest of all gynaecological cancers and yet, it receives a fraction of the public attention given to breast cancer. This needs to change

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:01 pm

Chandranath Rath murder key updates: What we know about Suvendu Adhikaris aide murder

Police investigating the murder of Chandranath Rath, the personal assistant of senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, havesaid the attackers used vehicles with fake number plates to carry out the murderand escape from the scene. Hereswhat we know so far.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:00 pm

Delhi CM, Scindia inaugurate renovated Nehru Place Post Office

CM Rekha Gupta said that the redeveloped post offices would emerge as strong centres of modern facilities, digital services and reliable public outreach in the coming years

The Hindu 8 May 2026 1:00 pm

Father alleges foul play in daughters death at Krosuru police station in Palnadu district

The woman had filed a complaint in 2021 against a police constable. The Palnadu SP says she fell from the first floor of the building during the inquiry

The Hindu 8 May 2026 12:55 pm

Is inviting TVKs Vijay to form the government the right decision? | Data Point

Senior journalist K. Venkataramanan explains why Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar should invite TVK President C. Joseph Vijay, leader of the single largest party, to form the government, citing established conventions and legal precedents.

The Hindu 8 May 2026 12:52 pm

Supreme Court asks student arrested for violence during Noida workers protest to approach HC

There are 93,000 cases pending in the Supreme Court, the Bench observed

The Hindu 8 May 2026 12:45 pm

Malayalam short film Blue Lily explores domestic violences complex impact

The Malayalam short film Blue Lily is different take on the impact of domestic violence

The Hindu 8 May 2026 12:42 pm

Chennai musicians unite for fundraiser concert series supporting rapper Devoids recovery

Nearly 50 artistes across Chennais independent music scene are coming together at Aura Studios for a fundraiser to support rapper Devoid, who was critically injured in a recent road accident

The Hindu 8 May 2026 12:41 pm