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Linguistics over licences in Maharashtra

Maharashtras Transport Minister has made it mandatory for the States taxi and auto drivers to learn Marathi by August 15 or lose their licences.ChinmayR.Gaikwadreports on howRTOsare doubling as classrooms for migrant drivers who are struggling to learn the basics of a new language in just four days of classroom learning. He finds that some drivers are hopeful, while some others feel humiliated

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 5:55 am

David hat-trick as Canada crush nine-man Qatar 6-0 to earn first World Cup finals win

Canada close out the group stage against Switzerland on June 24 in Vancouver while Qatar face Bosnia and Herzegovina in Seattle

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 5:47 am

Womens T20 World Cup: Prema Rawat replaces injured Shreyanka Patil

India will next play South Africa at Old Trafford, Manchester, on June 21

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:51 am

Switzerland score 4 after 70th minute to rout Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnian substitute Ermin Mahmic scored on a thunderous volley in second-half stoppage time for Bosnia and Herzegovina (0-1-1, 1 point)

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:27 am

Canada vs Qatar, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Group B underway

Canada's Alphonso Davies will start on the bench when his side take on Qatar in their second World Cup Group B match

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 3:22 am

Abhay-Velavan pair off to a winning start

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 2:55 am

NFHS-6 reveals progress amid nutrition challenges

Better health care alone cannot overcome Indias nutrition challenges

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:40 am

The real barriers to trade are no longer tariffs

Tariffs dominate the headlines, but regulations increasingly determine trade outcomes

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:37 am

Lopsided solution: On syrup-based medicines, doctors prescription

Regulatory oversight for pharmaceuticals needs to improve in India

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:34 am

Essential upgrades: On upgrades to Indias statistical databases

The updates to Indias statistical system are welcome, albeit long overdue

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:22 am

Under a cloud

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:17 am

13 held in child-trafficking racketoperatingfrom hospital, 5 infants rescued

Police said the racket had been operating for nearly one-and-a-half years and may have trafficked at least 30 infants

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:17 am

PM Modi meets leading CEOs in France, discusses plans for India

The discussions with the CEOs of the French companies focused on strengthening cooperation across sectors ranging from shipping and logistics to railways, construction and artificial intelligence.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:15 am

Sikkims home-grown skincare brand enters Bhutan market

Founded in 2019, Agapi has been producing handcrafted natural skincare products inspired by the States rich biodiversity

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:12 am

Direct tax mop-up grows over 14% to over 5.21 lakh crore on higher advance tax payments

Net corporate tax collection rose 22% to 2.08 lakh crore, and mop-up from net non-corporate tax, which includes taxes paid by individuals, HUFs, firms, grew 8% to about 2.94 lakh crore till June 17

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:10 am

Mallathahalli residents say flooding fears are back as drain remains blocked

According to residents, the flooding started after a natural rainwater flow path in the area was disrupted, causing stormwater to accumulate during periods of intense rainfall

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:07 am

Notices issued to 30 wayside eateries in Kochi after inspection finds unhygienic conditions

The action followed a joint inspection drive by the district Health department, Kochi Corporation and the Food Safety department. Two outlets were ordered to shut down

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:02 am

Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Group B match underway

Switzerland take on Bosnia and Herzegovina today, with both nations hoping to secure their first victory at the 2026 World Cup

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:59 am

CM Omar Abdullah reviews preparations for annual Pandit pilgrimagein Kashmir

Officials said the administration expected an uptick in the number of devotees this year, after a recent successful tour of multiple groups of Pandits to Kashmir to assess the degree of normalcy and dip in militant violence

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:58 am

Keralas health machinery goes all out to keep Nipah in check

Nipah has once again struck the northern district of Kozhikode in Kerala, with one person testing positive for the zoonotic disease. An attempt to understand the complexities of the disease and the efforts to contain it through interactions with medical experts and relatives of the patient.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:57 am

Autorickshaw driver held for sexual harassment

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:56 am

Delhi Govt. tocreate Cooling Zones for parents waiting outside NEETcentres

Of the 97 examinationcentres, 69 are in government schools and 28 inKendriyaVidyalayas

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:55 am

Veritas Foundation offers UG scholarships to 100 students across T.N.

The initiative is to support students from economically and socially disadvantaged families to pursue higher education

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:54 am

Maharashtra local authorities biennial election records 99.02% voter turnout

The highest turnout was recorded in Bhandara-cum-Gondia, where all 457 voters cast their ballots, achieving 100% polling.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:53 am

Free media cannot be free

Mainstream Media needs subscription-model based revenue in order to remain as a credible source of information

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:49 am

Woman ends life; husband, in-laws held for dowry harassment

The police investigation revealed that members of the grooms family allegedly began to demand 50 grams of gold from Vishakhas parents soon after the marriage

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:48 am

Students face technical glitches while applying for free bus passes in Karnataka

After assuming office as Chief Minister on June 3, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced a free bus travel scheme for students studying across Karnataka.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:48 am

Gill steering Indias fortunes

While the larger goal for the classy 26-year-old will be the 50-over World Cup next year, the more enervating battles on the horizon for the young captain would be acquitting himself well in the home and away series lined up as part of the World Test Championship

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:35 am

W.B. Assembly session begins with Governor address, Budget on June 22

Governor Ravi in his 20-page address, commended the State governments decision to strengthen border infrastructure and provide land to the BSF for erecting barbed-wire fencing along the W.B.- Bangladesh border

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:17 am

Guntur railway station subway to remain closed till June 30 for seepage mitigation works

Officials to take up expansion of the existing sump and allied infrastructure works designed to improve drainage and prevent water accumulation in the subway, particularly during the monsoon

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 12:01 am

Jagan promises greater role for party cadre when YSRCP comes to power in A.P.

Public dissatisfaction with the ruling coalition government is steadily increasing, says the YSRCP president

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:59 pm

Muslim Youth League urges Education Minister not to change stance on PM SHRI

MYL Malappuram constituency committee organises a protest programme

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:59 pm

A.P. govt. eyeing 20,000-crore investment in rare earth mineral processing sector, says Minister

With 13 tonnes of gold reserves, Jonnagiri project in Anantapur district will soon enter the commercial production phase, says Excise Minister Kollu Ravindra

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:57 pm

Diesel shortage is hurting farmers, aqua sector and auto drivers in A.P., alleges YSRCP

The diesel shortage is forcing farmers and transport operators to spend hours in queues at fuel stations, says Nagi Reddy

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:55 pm

Govt. will ensure remunerative prices for tobacco farmers in A.P., says Minister

The Chief Minister has advised companies to procure tobacco at a minimum price of 200 per kg, says Gottipati Ravi Kumar

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:51 pm

Tata Motors to increase CV prices from July 2026 by upto 2.5%

The price increase will vary depending on the model and variant

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:45 pm

Youth missing case: court orders preserving of CCTV footages of Krishnalanka police station

The court also directs production of Call Data Records of the mobile phones of the victim and his mother

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:45 pm

Another government employee sacked over terror links in Kashmir

J&K L-G Manoj Sinha began firing employees after provisions of Article 311 were amended in 2020; under the amended rules, no departmental inquiry is required to sack an employee; around 86employees have beenterminatedso far

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:16 pm

Prime Minister to disburse 2,400 crore worth incentives to new employees, employers

With an outlay of 99,446 crore, around 15 lakh beneficiaries will receive the incentive under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana as direct benefit transfer

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:13 pm

PM Modi to release next instalment of PM Kisan scheme on June 20

The PM is also launching a crop insurance scheme that will cover 1.10 crore farmers

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:12 pm

DGCA calls for immediate review of safety at uncontrolled airstrips

The aviation regulator expresses concern over inadequate maintenance of operational safety

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 11:04 pm

KERC proposes lower solar power tariffs for subsidy beneficiaries from July 2026

As per the revised tariffs, if the consumer is generating electricity by installing solar panels without receiving any subsidy from the government, the price at which the consumer sells the extra power generated to the grids is high

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:43 pm

T.N. Institute of Archaeology and Museology invites applications for PG diploma courses

The deadline for submission of filled applications is 5 p.m. on July 8

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:43 pm

Nripendra Misra backs Uttar Pradesh government action on Ram Temple donation irregularities

The Ram Temple Construction Committee chairman calls for a more professional management structure, including appointment of a CEO, to oversee the temples administration and transparency in use of every penny of devotees

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:25 pm

New Deputy Commissioner of Police Madurai North

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:22 pm

CBI arrests IAS official over alleged diversion of 79.46 crore from Panchkula municipality

The alleged conspiracy involved IDFC First Bank officials; Singh allegedly handed them signed cheques through middlemen ostensibly to open fixed deposits; funds were debited and no fixed deposits were ever created

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:21 pm

Karnataka High Court upholds Premium FAR scheme; says it is not violation of right to property

The Premium FAR scheme, introduced under Section 18-B of the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act, 1961, does not violate Articles 14, 21, or 300A of the constitution, says the Bench

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:21 pm

Cross voting helps BJP-backed Independent candidate in Jharkhand win Rajya Sabha polls

Parimal Nathwani won the election after Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) (Liberation) legislators cross voted, sources said

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:16 pm

Meeran award presented to G. N. Panicker

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:16 pm

45 mountain rescue teams deployed for Amarnath yatra this year

The specialised teams have been strategically positioned to provide rapid response in the event of accidents, adverse weather conditions, or other emergencies during the annual yatra, DGP Nalin Prabhat says

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:16 pm

Peace process sustainability rests heavily on mutual accountability: Iranian envoy Mohammad Fathali

New Delhi [India], June 18 : Addressing the long-term durability of the recent diplomatic breakthrough, Iranian envoy Mohammad Fathali has stated that the sustainability of the peace process rests heavily on mutual accountability, noting that the current accord possesses the unique potential to establish lasting regional stability if all global signatories uphold their responsibilities in good faith. In an exclusive interview with ANI, Fathali asserted that while Tehran remains fully committed to its international obligations, the ultimate success of the agreement will depend on whether all parties maintain strict adherence to their diplomatic promises. Ultimately, any judgment regarding the sustainability of this agreement depends on the extent to which all parties adhere to their commitments, Fathali said. These observations follow a highly anticipated diplomatic breakthrough on Thursday, where US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a historic peace deal aimed at bringing an end to the months-long war in the Middle East. Trump put his signature to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during a dinner with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palace of Versailles following a G7 summit. The 14-point US-Iran agreement provides for an immediate cessation of military operations, including in Lebanon, and commits both countries to pursuing a final agreement within 60 days. It also includes provisions for the removal of the US naval blockade, safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, phased sanctions relief, the release of frozen Iranian assets, and a US-backed economic development programme for Iran worth at least USD 300 billion. Furthermore, the memorandum states that Iran has reaffirmed it will not develop or acquire nuclear weapons and envisages future discussions regarding enriched uranium stockpiles under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Reflecting on past diplomatic friction to contextually frame this newly signed peace process, the Iranian envoy drew a sharp historical contrast regarding compliance, highlighting that Tehran has a proven track record of honouring its international covenants. The Islamic Republic of Iran has consistently demonstrated its commitment to its international obligations and has never violated its agreements. By contrast, it was the United States that unilaterally withdrew from the 2015 agreement (the JCPOA), he stated. Despite these historical challenges and deep-seated geopolitical hurdles, Fathali described the current accord as a potential watershed moment that could fundamentally transform international diplomacy and build mutual trust across the region. Nevertheless, we believe that the current agreement has the potential to become a historic turning point in the region and in international relations, provided that all parties uphold their commitments in good faith and with a full sense of responsibility. If such an approach prevails, this agreement can serve as a foundation for lasting stability, cooperation, and mutual trust. However, if commitments are disregarded, it is only natural that its continuity and success will face significantchallenges, Fathali said. (ANI)

RisingKashmir 18 Jun 2026 10:13 pm

Smriti keeps me calm, says Shafali

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:01 pm

IAEA ready to help define 'concrete steps' to implement U.S.-Iran deal

Now it's for us to sit down with our American colleagues, our Iranian colleagues, and start formulating the concrete steps that will have to be taken, says IAEA chief Rafael Grossi

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 10:01 pm

Born visually impaired, he is now opening the world of books for others

Pon Sakthivel, a visually impaired Tamil teacher from Tamil Nadu, is helping blind students access education by digitising printed books into accessible formats. Through technology, a readers club and his passion for learning, he is opening the world of books to visually challenged readers.

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 9:58 pm

Operation Tiger triggers panic in Sena (UBT) as six MPs skip emergency Delhi meet

Speculation of a fresh rebellion within Shiv Sena (UBT) intensified after six Lok Sabha MPs skipped a crucial parliamentary party meeting in New Delhi. The party had issued a mandatory whip, and the absence of the MPs has fueled rumours of a possible switch to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction. Party leaders have warned of disciplinary and legal action, while Congress has accused the BJP of engineering defections for political gain. The political battle over the alleged Operation Tiger has now sparked a major showdown in Maharashtra politics.

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 9:55 pm