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Water level in Mettur Dam stands at 104.52 feet
Watch: Two men seen dangerously close to erupting Kilauea volcano lava
Address technical, procedural and administrative issues related to SIR: Haris Beeran
The IUML MP says the EC website is restricted to India IP addresses, which creates a significant barrier for overseas Indians
Rewind 2025: Tamil cinema took comfort in middle-class melodies, social dramas and village tales
Stories that reflect the plight of the common man, tackle societal issues, or evoke manvasanai have always been integral to Tamil cinema. In a dull year like 2025, it becomes even more pronounced that these evergreen themes and settings make for some really interesting cinema
BMTC to run special metro-feeder bus services for Chitra Santhe on January 4
According to a press release issued by BMTC, the special services will operate from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the day of the annual art fair, which attracts thousands of visitors to the city.
Stock markets surge nearly 1% on last trading session of 2025; Nifty jumps 10.50% annually
After five days of decline, 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 545.52 points, or 0.64%, to settle at 85,220.60. During the day, it surged 762.09 points, or 0.90%, to 85,437.17
Sowmyas sensibility and classicism elevated rare kritis
At the Mylapore Fine Arts Club, the senior vocalist offered listeners profound insights through a tradition-rich repertoire
Gen Z leads a global wave of protest in 2025
The touchy-feely STEM: Why its future depends on culture, not just skills
Why the elbows bony tips matter more than you think
The bony tips of the elbow may be small, but they carry a disproportionate share of the arms workload. With better awareness, corrected wrist posture, gradual strengthening and early treatment, most elbow problems are preventable and fully treatable
Study finds physical activity may temporarily trigger back pain flare-ups without lasting damage
The results indicate that although some activities may trigger a flaring up of lower back pain in the short term, they are not associated with long-term functional limitations, the team said
Too good to last: On Novembers industrial data, the Indian economy | The Hindu Editorial
The headwinds facing the economy are not going away soon
Students from Northeast protest at Jantar Mantar against Anjel Chakmas killing in Dehradun
Bipul Chakma, vice-president of the All India Chakma Students' Union, alleged that the Uttarakhand administration delayed the investigation, prompting the students to gather at the Jantar Mantar demanding justice
Man gets life term for murdering wife in Chennai
2025, the year that was for Telangana
Indian economy to record high growth despite volatile external environment: RBI Governor
Maintaining financial stability and strengthening the financial system remains our north star, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said in his foreword in the latest edition of the RBI Financial Stability Report
He says his work is not a distortion of The Last Supper as alleged by those opposing it. A statement by the curators says the artwork depicts Mata Hari, a historically documented figure and a convicted spy
Two accused of witchcraft burnt alive in Assam
Police in Karbi Anglong said the couple died after their house was set on fire
Why fitness is key for musicians? Performers this Margazhi season elaborate
Move. Stretch. Breathe. It takes a lot more than practising ragas and notes for musicians to be in top form each concert season. As we usher in 2026, artistes tell us the secret to taking charge and keeping fit, physically and mentally
Guidelines for market access component of Export Promotion Mission notified
This is the first of 11 components of the Export Promotion Mission for which guidelines have been notified. The rest are expected to be notified by January 31, 2026
Iran appoints new central bank Governor after record currency fall and mass protests
The plummeting of the rial, Iran's currency, sparked the largest protests in the country in three years, with rallies that began Sunday (December 29) and continued until Tuesday (December 30).
Woman from Madhya Pradesh who stole gold jewellery in Chennai held in Delhi
Veteran South Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki hospitalised after cardiac arrest
The 71-year-old star collapsed while having a meal and is currently receiving treatment
What happened in 2025 to Indian fitness
Ozempic, protein-loading, holistic health and HYROX were amongst the biggest fitness trends in fitness this year
Completion of the project has fulfilled a key Rail demand of the coastal region, says the Dakshina Kannada MP
Telangana Govt releases 713 crore towards pending bills of employees
A call for education: How this Karnataka village is encouraging childrens study time
The Halaga gram panchayats experiment has not been easy to implement, but it says its intentions are in the interest of not just students but also their parents.
Gig workers nationwide strike: why are they protesting?
Nationwide protests by quick e-commerce delivery workers disrupted services in several cities on December 31, raising concerns over delays and reduced availability of app-based deliveries during New Year celebrations.
CSI Church says steps on to free Keralite priest, wife arrested in Maharashtra
Church authorities say South Kerala diocese has got in touch with Fr. Sudhir, the arrested priest
Unveiling Keeladi: Insights into an ancient Tamil urban settlement and cultural heritage
Excavations at Keeladi near Madurai have revealed crucial insights into an ancient settlement. Sowmiya Ashoks new book, The Dig, explores the intersection of these findings with contemporary socio-political issues in India
Farmers oppose Salem Yarn Colouring Park citing water contamination
They are demanding thatthe projectbe relocated, citing its adverse impact on farmers and the public
In its 11th edition, Poetry with Prakriti in association with The Hindu Lit for Life, insists on intimacy, bringing art, music, poetry and personality to the fore at various venues in Chennai with an air of lightness
Here is a list of articles from The Hindu that talk about the key newsmakers who burst onto the scene in 2025.
This is the first visit by S. Jaishankar to Dhaka since the interim government took charge on August 5, 2025
Secunderabad GRP records rise in molestation and POCSO cases in 2025; overall crime dips by 8%
A total of 500 children were rescued by the GRP in 2025, compared to 84 in 2024
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor from The Wire, Veep and Spike Lee films, dies at 71
Whitlock was best known for playing openly corrupt state Sen. Clay Davis on 25 episodes across the five seasons of The Wire
33-year-old man fatally stabbed in northeast Delhi
The deceased was identified as Wasim. Preliminary inquiry revealed that Wasim had sustained stab injuries in the Shastri Park area, a police officer said.
Watch: Top 5 film trends that redefined Indian movies in 2025
In this year-end conversation, filmmaker and critic Sudhish Kamath speaks with producer and movie blogger Sethumadhavan N (MadAboutMoviez) about the Top 5 defining trends in Indian cinema in 2025 a year where films stopped behaving, tones wobbled, and audiences stopped consuming quietly. From politically incorrect characters and impulsive, morally messy narratives to the rise of script-led coming-of-age stories that trusted discomfort, 2025 belonged to cinema that chose conviction over calibration.
Poland urges Brussels to probe TikTok over AI-generated content
A TikTok profile showing videos of young women dressed in Polish national colours and calling for Poland to leave the EU has gained popularity in recent weeks
HZICC: Hangzhou and the World: 10 Paired Conversations
The work in question is a painting by artist Tom Vattakuzhy displayed as part of Edam exhibition at Garden Convention Centre in Kochi. The venue was shut down temporarily on Tuesday after protests by various groups
Indias status as worlds rice leader augurs water crisis
Producing a single kilogram of rice consumes 3,000-4,000 litres of water
West Bengal in 2025: a year of religious polarisation
If year 2024 was the year of the protests over the gruesome rape and murder of a doctor at Kolkatas R.G. Kar Medical College, the year 2025 saw an increase in politics of polarisation with construction of a temple, foundation stone for a mosque, and communal riots in Murshidabad
At Sivagiri, Kerala CM says those who create communal schisms betray Sree Narayana Gurus teachings
Pinarayi Vijayan says communally divisive messaging plays into the hands of revanchist forces seeking to recreate the oppressive and hierarchical caste-based feudal society that Gurus teachings helped dismantle
Maam, I dont know: Understanding what students are really saying
Woman 'gang-raped', thrown out of car in Faridabad; 2 held
The duo, who hail from Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh and are currently living in Faridabad, has been arrested, police said
With authorities expecting a massive turnout of over 10 lakh people this year, extensive crowd control and security measures have been put in place in high-footfall zones in Bengaluru city
Hemant Dhome interview: On Krantijyoti Vidyalay and reinvigorating Marathi cinema
The writer-director reflects on the genesis of his upcoming Marathi film, why he emphasizes on viewing filmmaking as a business and more
Chennai traffic police to impose traffic restrictions for New Years celebrations
Swabhimani Party extends support to MVA in Maharashtra civic polls
Sources within the Congress told The Hindu, There are a few places where the MVA is fighting together. Wherever there is a united MVA candidate, Swabhimani Paksha will support it.
BJP slams Mamata for 'threatening' Amit Shah
Mamata Banerjee has threatened the Home Minister of India in words which cannot even be thought of. We have seen it. She said that you (Shah) are hiding in a hotel. If we want, you cannot step out of the hotel, says BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra
Xs Grok AI used to undress Bollywood actors, female social media users through photos
AI chatbot Grok on X complied with numerous user demands to put real life women in bikinis or make them engage in explicit acts, with photos visible to the public via its profile
China will push more proactive macro policies in 2026, Xi Jinping says
Our countrys economy is expected to move forward under pressure...showing strong resilience and vitality, says President Xi Jinping
Injured Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi to return home from BBL; doubtful for T20 World Cup
Shaheen has been called by the PCB for treatment and rehabilitation at the High Performance Centre in Lahore after he sustained a knee injury while fielding for Brisbane Heat in the BBL
Toxic: First look of Nayanthara from Yashs magnum opus unveiled
Toxic, directed by Geetu Mohandas, also stars Kiara Advani and Huma Qureshi as the female leads
iBomma piracy probe widens as police uncover use of forged identity
As part of the ongoing probe, authorities have frozen assets worth about 3 crore linked to the accused
A look at the newsmakers who burst onto the scene in 2025 and shaped narratives across various spheres of life
Tripura student death: SIT takes over probe; Dehradun police say no evidence so far of racial abuse
Uttarakhand Police has increased reward announced on accused Yagyraj Awasthi from 25,000 to 1 lakh and a non-bailable warrant has been issued
Denmark shuts its 400-year-old postal service
Roughly 1,500 mailboxes throughout Denmark were taken down, and an estimated 1,500 of PostNords 4,600 employees were decided to be laid off
Secret Ingredients 2025: Redefining Hospitality through Story, Space and Strategy
Pepsi & 7UP Team Up with Disney on Zootopia 2, Sparking Fresh Wave of Crossover Youthful Energy
Mach Conferences Secures 92 Crore Government Order from Punjab Government
16-Year-Olds Rehabilitation Programme Places 39 Acid Attack Survivors in Formal Employment
PLAN Y founderSamaya Chauhans Reappearance Protocol trains 68 survivors, achieves 80% job retention through Indias first three-tier reintegration model
More than 10,000 students, parents, teachers, eminent educationists and leaders in the Civil Services attend the event
ByteDance to spend about $14 billion in Nvidia chips in 2026: Report
ByteDance plans to spend about 100 billion yuan ($14.29 billion) on artificial intelligence chips from Nvidia in 2026, the South China Morning Post reported on Wednesday
Man gets life term for raising module of Pakistan based terror outfit in Assam
Md Kamruj Zaman alias Kamaruddin was awarded three separate punishments under provisions of an anti-terror law, with the maximum of life imprisonment, by an NIA special court in Guwahati, Assam
Thailand frees 18 Cambodian soldiers as ceasefire holds
Cambodian Defence Ministry spokesperson Maly Socheata said the soldiers were handed over at a border checkpoint at 10 a.m. (0300 GMT) on Wednesday after 155 days in Thai custody
Watch: India surpasses Japan to become worlds 4th largest economy
Mali, Burkina Faso impose retaliatory travel ban on U.S. nationals
The White House noted persistent attacks by armed groups as one of the reasons for the travel ban. Mali and Burkina Faso have struggled to contain armed groups that have spread rapidly in both countries
Indonesia raises alert for Mount Bur Ni Telong volcano following spike of activity
The increase in seismic activity has been ongoing since July and became more intense and shallow in the past two months
Rupee falls 15 paise to 89.90 against U.S. dollar in early trade
On the domestic equity market front, the Sensex opened 188.31 points higher at 84,863.39, while the Nifty rose 80.70 points to 26,009.55
Prem Anand Sinha is Avadi Police Commissioner
Before being posted to South Zone, Mr. Sinha served in Chennai city as Additional Commissioner of Police, South
Meta is sued by US Virgin Islands over ads for scams, dangers to children
Meta knowingly and intentionally exposes its users to fraud and harm. It does so to maximize user engagement and, in turn, its revenue, states the lawsuit
How Indian films rewrote the pan-India playbook in 2025
From massive cross-regional hits to small gems, heres how Indian cinema reinvented scale and storytelling in 2025
What is the Ironman Triathlon?
Welcome to the Ironman triathlon, an event which pushes athletes and sports enthusiasts to go the extra mile...
Meet-up groups to explore in 2026 in Hyderabad
In 2026, here are a few networking groups that can help you find a friend in the city
SoftBank has completed its $40 billion investment in OpenAI: Report
SoftBank has been building one of the largest private technology investment programmes in the world under founder and CEO Masayoshi Son
Panneerselvam slams DMK government over attack on Odisha man
Gig workers with platforms such as Swiggy, Zepto, Blinkit, Zomato, Amazon, and Flipkart are planning to take part in a nationwide strike on December 31
Taiwan stays on high alert as Chinese ships pull back after massive drills
About 35 military planes crossed Taiwan Strait median line that separates the two sides; drills began 11 days after U.S. announced a record $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan
U.S. court allows Trump-backed cuts to Planned Parenthood's Medicaid funding in 22 States
A provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act bars Medicaid funding for tax-exempt organisations that provide family planning and reproductive health services if they perform abortions and received more than $800,000 in Medicaid funds during the 2023 fiscal year
When a poster row strained Jayalalithaas relationship with sections of Christians
The controversy transpired when a functionary of her party, out of his desperation to demonstrate loyalty to the leader, got hoardings and posters put up in the State capital, depicting the Chief Minister as Virgin Mary, on the eve of her birthday in February 1995
Science quiz: Chemistrys foul fellows
Here is a select list of stories to start the day.
Ukraine called Russias accusations lies aimed at justifying more attacks on Ukraine, and its foreign minister said on Tuesday (December 30) that Russia had not provided any evidence because theres none
Dushyant Sridhar interview: On collaborations, Margazhi concerts and taking harikatha global
How this harikatha exponent is blending music, dance and storytelling during Margazhi to draw younger listeners
United in fear, divided in politics a view from Narva, an Estonian city bordering Russia
Some201 kmaway from capital Tallinn, Narva is the most Russian speaking town of Europe with over 96% Russian speakers among itsroughly 53,000residents.
MDMK MLA sentenced to 2-year jail term in cheque bounce case
Junta leader Gen. Mamdi Doumbouya declared winner of Guineas election, provisional results show
Junta leader Gen. Mamdi Doumbouya was declared the winner of Guineas election held over the weekend
Israel says it will halt operations of several humanitarian organisations in Gaza starting in 2026
Israel says the rules are aimed at preventing Hamas and other militant groups from infiltrating the aid organizations
