Baby Do Die Do movie review: In the mood for Mumbai
Theres more heart in Huma Qureshis well-composed noir than the combined range of some of the other monotonous films that have come out in recent times
Someshwara beach in Byndoor in Udupi district is ready to welcome tourists with a host of facilities
One of the spectacular locations with shallow water on the west coast, the beach attracts thousands of tourists every day
Congress MP says Vizhinjam project had failed to secure bidders several times under both UPA and NDA governments due to concerns over possible involvement of Chinese companies
Ram temple donation theft: RSS calls incident unfortunate, urges patience and strict action
It is essential to ensure that whoever is found guilty in the investigation receives strict punishment, says RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale
Rao Bahadur movie review: Venkatesh Maha crafts an imaginative fantasy with a social conscience
Satya Dev delivers a career-best performance as director Venkatesh Maha experiments with magical realism and an edgy narrative that offers plenty to unpack
AI in healthcare, OCD, and the mystery of hospital bills | The Health Wrap
In todays episode of The Health Wrap, we unpack Indias push toward AI-driven healthcare following the Delhi AI Summit and what ethical, people-centric AI really means. We examine how social media is reshaping mental health, including the rise of digital-age OCD behaviours and also spotlight the persistent issue of opaque private healthcare pricing and why transparency matters.
Nipah virus alerts, water contamination concerns, new research on obesity - and more
This weeks we covers the recent Nipah virus alert in West Bengal, a diarrhoea outbreak in Indore, weight-loss drugs and why BMI alone may not reflect obesity risk.
Watch: Cough syrup deaths, Nobel Prize and antimicrobial resistance
In this weeks episode of Health Wrap, we cover the tragic deaths linked to contaminated cough syrup in Madhya Pradesh,
VB-G RAM G scheme launched in Puducherry; workers to get minimum of 347 as daily wage
Launching the scheme, Chief Minister N. Rangasamy said it would ensure more wages as well as man-days of work
Interview | Meena Kandasamy on her new novel, Fieldwork As a Sex Object
The author explores misogyny, the Indian manosphere and the caste dynamics of online abuse in her novel
Digital arrest scam: CBI arrests three accused after searches in Odisha and Rajasthan
The accused have been identified as Bibekananda Dixit and Jayant Kumar Acharya from Balasore, Odisha; and Kanhaiya Lal from Nagaur, Rajasthan
Watch: Post-COVID heart risks, mens health, and whats the new WHO update on essential meds?
We unpack the hidden cardiovascular risks that linger after COVID-19, explore mens health issues from Peyronies Disease to Testicular Torsion in children and examine what the World Health Organizations addition of diabetes and weight-loss drugs to its essential medicines list could mean for India. We also highlight the role of lifestyle in healthy ageing and why preventive care is key as lifestyle diseases continue to rise
Eastern heat threatens FIFA World Cup players and fans
Forecasters say the hottest World Cup tournament match so far this year could hit Saturday afternoon, during the knockout round game between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia
Watch: Genetics, brain science, AI in medicine, better diabetes care at workplaces and more
In this weeks episode of The Health Wrap by The Hindu, we trace the story of modern medicine -- from the discovery of DNAs double helix to todays breakthroughs in genetics, organ transplants, and AI-powered healthcare.
How rising heat Is changing Indias health: Womens risks, climate diseases & gut health
In the 15th episode of Health Wrap by The Hindu, we examine how rising heat and environmental stressors are reshaping health risks across India -- from womens wellbeing and climate-linked disease patterns to the hidden ways heat affects gut health. We discuss a major study on womens health and heat exposure, the growing urgency of heart-resilient urban planning, the climate connection to vector-borne illnesses, and how the gut responds to stress and hydration changes. The episode ends with an expert conversation on constipation and bowel habits with robotic colorectal surgeon Dr. Venkatesh Munikrishnan Presentation: Ramya Kannan and Zubeda Hamid Video and Editing: Thamodharan B Production Coordination: Athira Elssa Johnson
Watch: What are the urgent health issues India should pay attention to in 2026? | Health Wrap
Indiashealthin 2025 has been shaped by rising diseases, fragile systems, and mounting environmental risks. From funding shortfalls and weakhealthprogrammes to drug safety lapses and pollution-driven illness, these challenges are deeply interconnected.
From WHO to GLP1: The weeks biggest health debates & Indias malaria challenge
In this episode of Health Wrap, we track major shifts in global health governance following the United States formal withdrawal from the World Health Organization, a move that could reshape international public health coordination. We also examine fresh developments in obesity treatment, as Indian drugmakers receive regulatory clearance to manufacture and sell generic versions of semaglutide, raising questions around access, affordability, and competition in the obesity-treatment market. The episode also looks at rising scrutiny of social media platforms over their impact on children and adolescents, with courts and lawmakers in the United States and Europe assessing whether stronger, enforceable protections are needed. We end with Indias progress toward eliminating malaria by 2030 -- reviewing gains made so far, state-level advances, and the challenges that remain in meeting this long-standing public health goal. Presentation: Ramya Kannan and Zubeda Hamid Production: Athira Elssa Johnson Video and editing: Thamodharan B
Indias services PMI drops to 17-month low of 57.4 in June 2026 as demand softens
The loss of momentum points to more challenging market conditions and weaker demand, particularly at home, says Pranjul Bhandari, Chief India Economist at HSBC
Bringing his magical touch to long-form storytelling, Rajkumar Hiraniturns a cold, clinical cyber-thriller into a heartwarming buddy-cop comedy where old-school muscle beautifully collides with modern computer code.
Venezuela's Acting President Rodrguez angrily defends earthquake response
Acting President Rodrguez defends governement response amid criticism on the earthquake in Venezuela
Heart disease at 36? Stress is the hidden enemy, says Surgeon
In this episode of HealthWrap, Ramya Kannan, Health Editor, The Hindu, speaks with Dr. Vinayak Shukla, Senior Consultant, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Naruvi Hospitals, Vellore, about stress, its impact on health, and ways to manage it. Interview: Ramya Kannan Video: Johan Sathya Das J and Venkatachalapathy C Editing: Johan Sathya Das J Production: Athira Elssa Johnson
Ahead of Amazon Prime Day sales, beware of delivery scams
As Amazons annual Prime Day comes up, be on the alert for delivery scams targeting you or those you live with
DMK moves SC to bar TVK leaders from making threatening public statements on Karur stampede
The DMK petition has pointed out that Chief Minister Vijays proposed visit to Karur has the potential to give rise to an apprehension, regarding the fairness and independence of the investigative process.
Signed by leaders of 23 Opposition parties, including independent MP Kapil Sibal, it detailed concerns over the SIR in West Bengal and Bihar; the leaders also made a direct accusation, alleging that they believed recently conducted elections in Delhi, Haryana, and Maharashtra had been manipulated
Watch: Falling fertility rate, antibiotic resistance and a rare brain infection in Kerala
We unpack Indias falling fertility rate and its far-reaching social and economic consequences, examine the growing threat of antibiotic resistance, and assess the impact of recent GST reforms on healthcare. Our Kerala correspondent reports on the challenges of covering cases of amoebic meningoencephalitis, and psychiatrist Dr. Lakshmi Vijayakumar highlights the urgent need for open conversations on youth and mental health.
Woman found dead at hotel room in Hyderabads Langar Houz
Watch: Heat crisis, health system gaps, microplastics & more | Health Wrap
This week, the focus is on the intensifying heat crisis and the gaps in preparedness and what it reveals about how India is responding to health risks that are no longer isolated, but layered and interconnected. From uneven health system readiness to emerging research on environmental exposures, the episode explores how climate, infrastructure, and everyday environments are shaping long-term health outcomes.
Watch: Cleft Care explained: Treatment, challenges & surgical training
Cleft lip and palate affect nearly 1 in 700 births requiring early detection, staged treatment, and long-term care. This episode looks at cleft care and how simulation-based training is improving surgical outcomes.
Six sluggishmonths later, ISRO looks to reset withsatellite launches
Indias first privately developed orbital-class rocket is all set for its maiden launch
Watch: Discussing reproductive rights, hantavirus outbreak, snakebites and more
In this weeksHealth Wrap, Ramya Kannan, Health Editor,The Hindu, and Zubeda Hamid, Senior Assistant Editor,The Hindu, discuss reproductive autonomy, unequal healthcare access, snakebite deaths, outbreaks and the rise of lifestyle diseases.
Keralas Hindu Aikya Vedi president booked for alleged anti-Muslim comments over Operation Toofan
Case registered based on complaint by PDP leader Ashraf Vazhakkala following Babus alleged remarks in a social media post
DMK MLA Anitha Radhakrishnan arrested over objectionable remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
The arrest came shortly after the Madras high court dismissed an anticipatory bail field by Mr. Anitha Radhakrishnan in a case booked by Authoor police.
Indian delegation pays respect to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Kumaresh R. on expanding the violins rhythmic potential in Carnatic music
The well-known violinist shares how his music series Tala Pravaham, rooted in the Sapta Sooladi talas, evolved into a unique repertoire for violin.
India, Japan to celebrate 2027 as the Year of Shared Horizons
The four from Giddaluru had come to attend a wedding and had stopped at a roadside temple when the lorry struck their auto in the early hours of Friday; seven others were hurt
Karnataka app-based workers union to legally oppose attempt to strike down Gig Workers Act
The Union contended that the petitioners argument claiming that the law is repugnant to Centres Code on Social Security (COSS), 2020,is merely a delay tactic to evade corporate responsibility.
Arunachal Minister urges Centre to hand over strategic road project to BRO
Kento Jini He said the road was originally constructed, managed, and maintained by the BRO before being transferred to the NHIDCL during 2014-15
Watch: Organ donation gaps, Supreme Court ruling on stray dogs, HIV testing debate
Also: senior neonatologist Dr. Deepa Hariharan on why breastfeeding and lactation support deserve urgent attention, and reporter Siddharth Kumar Singh on the chikungunya surge in Telangana
Jana Sena extends deadline to July 5 for party posts in Vizianagaram
The party has received about 1,200 applications in five days, many from doctors, lawyers and engineers, and expects the number to cross 1,500 by Sunday
Watch: New rare blood group, mental health fallout of IT layoffs
Also: Toxic groundwater contamination, Dr. Ajit Yadav of Gleneagles Hospital, Chennai,shares insights on osteoporosis prevention, diagnosis and treatment, as India observes National Bone and Joint Day
40 killed after bus falls into ravine in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
The incident took place when the Peshawar-bound bus entered Dera Ismail Khan district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province after crossing Balochistans Sherani district
Claims that he has no connection whatsoever with the case and that he had been roped into the matter with a political motive
Govt lens on e-rickshaw remote shutdown issue; two apps removed from app stores
The issue drew public attention after reports surfaced that some e-rickshaws were being rendered inoperable through a remote shutdown feature linked to the Chinese smartphone application BAT-BMS
The Vikram-1 launch vehicle is Indias first privately developed orbital-class rocket designed to carry small satellites weighing up to 350 kg to Low Earth Orbit
Myanmar ex-junta chief makes first ASEAN outing as civilian leader
Consensus in ASEAN is fraying over how to treat Myanmar's new administration, analysts say
Authorities issue arrest warrant, Interpol red notice for Monaco blast suspect
Suspect of the June 29 blasts in Monaco subject to an arrest warrant.
Ireland will be more acceptable as opposition after series win over India: CI chief O'Donnell
Ireland stunned India 2-0 recently at Belfast to register their first ever series win over the reigning T20 world champions in any format.
US envoy says Cook Islands minerals are a top priority
U.S. ambassador to New Zealand, the Cook Islands, said that critical minerals had moved rapidly up his agenda over the last year
Bengaluru quarry accident: Son finds father crushed under boulder
Fishermen warned off Andhra Pradesh coast as heavy rain, strong winds forecast
The Cyclone Warning Centre has forecast heavy rain in Srikakulam, Vizianagaram and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts, and winds up to 65 kmph off the coast, over the next four days
Projected super typhoon barrels towards U.S. Pacific islands
Current forecast tracks continue to indicate a grim outlook for the Marianas, the U.S. National Weather Service said.
Science meets theatre at Hyderabads Fifth Wall theatre festival
Two plays, a science-art showcase and interactive experiences aim to make science more accessible
Australian Prime Minister condemns delay of changes to child social media ban
Parliament passed the initial legislation with overwhelming support in 2024
France deaths rose by 30% during heatwave
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Inaugurates Muzhiyan Kulam, Restored by Lumina Datamatics and Community Stakeholders in Puducherry
Microsoft, AWS deploy engineer armies to help make AI profitable
Despite strong growth in its cloud business, Microsoft has disappointed markets and its shares have shed nearly a quarter of their value since January
Ammonia gas leak: Death toll rises to 18
Currently, 14 women are undergoing treatment one each on ventilator support and oxygen support, and 12 stable
Google disrupts NetNut proxy network used in malware operations
We believe our coordinated actions have caused significant degradation to NetNuts proxy network and its business operations, reducing the available pool of devices for the proxy operator by millions, Google said
Lokesh lays foundation for 6.30-crore works at Mangalagiri Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple
The works include a new Yagasala and the renovation of the Vahanasala, Ghanta Mandapam and Sri Krishna Devaraya Mandapam; the Minister asked officials to draw up a master plan for the Mangalagiri temple
Iranians gather to mourn late Supreme Leader Khamenei
Science meets theatre at Hyderabads Fifth Wall festival
Two plays, a science-art showcase and interactive experiences aim to make science more accessible
The observation was made by a Division Bench of Justice J.J. Munir and Justice Arun Kumar while dismissing a petition filed by six Muslim shopkeepers from Varanasis Dalmandi area challenging the proposed road-widening project linked to the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor
Meghalaya honeymoon murder: Supreme Court seeks Sonam Raghuvanshis reply on bail plea
The Bench issued notice on the States plea and posted the matter for further hearing on July 9.
Three workers injured as sidewall collapses in SCCLs SRP-3 coal mine in Mancherial
Peddapalli MP enquires about the incident
CPI(M) leader Puthalath Dinesan admits partys lapses led to Kerala Assembly poll defeat
In a Facebook post, Puthalath Dinesan says several shortcomings in partys election campaign, including candidate selection, delay in taking action in Sabarimala gold loss row and failure to effectively counter UDFs campaign, contributed to LDFs defeat
Death toll from massive strikes on Kyiv rises to 30
In the morning, locals stood on the rubble of destroyed apartment blocks ripped apart by the barrage, as smoke poured over the Kyiv skyline
Eight arrested in U.K. probe into international network of men drugging, raping partners
The crime agency said it found a truly international network with group members identified in dozens of countries spanning every continent
CPI(M) alleges trade union leader was arrested to stop protest before CMs visit
Party State secretary V. Srinivasa Rao said the police detained Ch. Chandrasekhar to prevent protests against the Centres proposed employment scheme before the visit of the Chief Minister and a Union Minister
7th International Thirukkural Conference in Bengaluru on July 5
The conference aims to celebrate the timeless wisdom of Thiruvalluvar and promote scholarly discussions on the literary, ethical, social, cultural, and contemporary relevance of the Thirukkural
ChinaASEAN Cultural Heritage Dialogue Held in Dunhuang, China
ChinaASEAN Cultural Heritage Dialogue Held in Dunhuang, China
India' s GCCs are increasingly leading the AI mandate for global enterprises, driving global value creation: Nasscom - Zinnov Report
Do not hide data on crime like previous regime: West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari tells Police
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari inaugurated a dedicated help desk for women as well as a cybercrime help desk across all police stations in the State
Watch: EC asks both TMC factions to respond in party control dispute
The battle for control of the Trinamool Congress has reached the Election Commission, which has asked both the Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee factions to respond to competing claims over the partys organisational elections and authorised signatories by July 6.
Stock markets surge in early trade; Sensex jumps 546 points
The Sensex jumped 0.75%, to end at 77,502.12. The Nifty rallied 0.71%, to settle at 24,175.70
Madrasa teacher convicted to 20 years rigorous imprisonment in POCSO case
According to the complaint lodged by a man on 23 March 2022 with Balapur Police Station, his 11-year-old son was regularly attending Madrasa Jamia Noorul Anwar at Shaheen Nagar
FIFA World Cup 2026: Slick Switzerland sweep past Algeria into World Cup last 16
Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scored to ensure Switzerland advances; the team will meet Ghana or Colombia in the next round
AI race weakens climate pledges at Google, Amazon
Another sign that the problem is getting worse: both companies now pollute more for every dollar they generate in revenue
Iran holds funeral for Ali Khamenei: Who is attending?
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed on February 28, 2026, in joint precision strikes by the US and Israeli militaries. The airstrikes killed Khamenei as well as other members of his family.
How migratory birds find their way
These birds use magnetoreception to help them fly around the world with incredible accuracy.
Rupee rises 19 paise to 95.16 against US dollar in early trade
On July 2, the Rupee pared initial gains and settled for the day on a negative note, lower by 19 paise at 95.35 against the U.S. Dollar
Can space oncology revolutionise cancer treatment?
Space oncology is a rapidly emerging field, investigating how microgravity and cosmic radiation impact cancer progression and treatment. Space-based environments are studied to accelerate tumour modelling and drug discovery
Nagabandham movie review: Abhishek Namas mythological fantasy is a loud, VFX-heavy bloodbath
Virat Karrna suits his part well and the Telugu film is visually arresting, but it cannot make up for its divisive core
Trump says 'ridiculous' for U.S. to maintain current support for NATO
They were not there for us!!! and Washington's relationship with NATO is not reciprocal, says U.S. President Donald Trump
Mach Travel Solutions Limited to Voluntarily Publish Quarterly Financial Results
Mach Travel Solutions Limited to Voluntarily Publish Quarterly Financial Results
iQIYI Strengthens China's Comedy Ecosystem as The King of Stand-Up Comedy Returns for Season 3
iQIYI Strengthens China's Comedy Ecosystem as The King of Stand-Up Comedy Returns for Season 3
Adani-MSC Vizhinjam port deal controversy | Explained
The move by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited to divest its 49% stake in Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited to Switzerland-based MSC Group has courted controversy, with Kerala govt conveying its displeasure to APSEZ on being kept in the dark
