The Hindu NiE schools excel in CBSE results in Bengaluru
The topper was Chinmayee A.V. with 99% andsecondtopper was Abhijit S. Kamateiyh98.6% in JSS Public School
Eight-year-old dies after snakebite while asleep at home in Keralas Thrissur; brother critical
It is suspected that the snake may have entered the house seeking relief from the intense heat outside and remained unnoticed as it hid beneath the pillow
Thieves loot passengers in Bengaluru-Narsapur special train
The GRP, RPF and the Law and Order police launched a hunt to nab the thieves, said Senior Divisional Security Commissioner Shanmuga Vadivel
Tamil Nadu Assembly election: CEO flags off marathon for awareness
About 3,000 people took part in the event aimed at creating awareness to ensure a 100% polling percentage in the April 23 Assembly election in Tamil Nadu
Total value of election-related seizures in Villupuram district reach 89.48 lakh
While conducting vehicle checks, the teams had been seizing cash found carried without valid documents at various places in seven Assembly constituencies across Villupuram
One arrested for hurling a glass bottle at the convoy of TVK candidate in Saidapet
Sampath, a car mechanic, hurled an empty liquor bottle at TVK members when the partys Saidapet candidate Arul Prakasam was canvassing votes in the locality
DMKs defeat of Womens Reservation Bill akin to foeticide, says PMK president Anbumani
There is no connection between population and the Delimitation exercise, said the PMK chief
DMK and its allies shattered womens dreams, says Edappadi K. Palaniswami
The DMK alliance does not want to give reservation for women, the AIADMK general secreatary Palaniswami charged
Watch | This election is about Bengals identity; TMC agenda dangerous: PM Modi
Thunderstorm forecast in 13 Telangana districts on April 20
Hyderabad and its surrounding areas for the next 24 hours will see a partly cloudy sky
Iran says final deal still far off as Strait of Hormuz remains closed
A two-week ceasefire is set to end on Wednesday (April 22, 2026) unless it is renewed
Operating nuclear plants was lifetime committment: Experts
The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act, 2025, is to help India raise its installed nuclear power capacity from the existing 8.7 gigawatt (GW) to 100 GW by 2047
A.P. records weakest MGNREGA performance since bifurcation; work, income, workforce shrink sharply
Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe households bore a substantial share of the income loss; together, they accounted for 484 crore, or about 40% of the total decline in wage expenditure
IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals wins toss, opts to bat against Kolkata Knight Riders
The Royals have made a couple of changes with Shimron Hetmyer coming back into the side, replacing Lhuan-dre Pretorius while Brijesh Sharma steps in for Tushar Deshpande
Jana Sena Party eyes expansion in Kerala
MLC Nagababu emphasised that though politics in Kerala might differ from that in A.P., the JSPs core ideologies remain the same regardless of region or language
Watch: Tamil Nadu election 2026: DMK Minister-candidate Ma. Subramanian interview
Streamlining Kalaignar Kaappittu Thittam for better coverage, next phase of Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam, including cancer screening, are also on his list of things to do
All India Chess Federation aims to host World Chess Championship matches, says Verma
Verma said FIDE had initially been open to awarding the event to Tamil Nadu, with full backing from both the All India Chess Federation (AICF) and the State government
Watch: Uthiramerur: Ancient democracy, modern struggles in Tamil Nadus key constituency
From the 10th-century Kudavolai system to todays electoral battleground, Uthiramerur reflects both democratic legacy and present-day challenges
Watch: Womens reservation is baby of Congress: Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar
Naidu to anchor NDAs Tamil Nadu push with rallies and roadshows
N. Chandrababu Naidus visit is aimed at energising party cadre, strengthening voter engagement, and reinforcing the NDAs development-oriented narrative.
Ajit Agarkar to continue as chairman of selectors as BCCI renews contract for one year
During his tenure, the committee has taken several tough calls, including overseeing the Test retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, and gradually phasing out senior pacer Mohammed Shami from international cricket.
Andhra Minister NMD Farooq flags off final batch of Haj pilgrims from Vijayawada
The Minister conveyed his best wishes and expressed hope that their sacred journey to Mecca and Medina would be completed safely and successfully
IPL 2026: Ayush Mhatres dismissal set us back a little bit, says CSK batting coach Mike Hussey
Mike Hussey said he is happy with Dhonis batting at nets and had encouraging update on the former CSK captain
Congress, DMK opposition to Womens Reservation Bill wont be tolerated: Amit Shah
Women have been denied crucial opportunities due to the actions of the Congress and the DMK, and such practices will not be tolerated, Amit Shah said
Actor Parthiban moves Madras High Court seeking no caste, no religion certificate
The actor says the Tamil Nadu government is sleeping over the matter despite an order passed by a Division Bench of the High Court on June 10, 2025
Beef Season 2 review: Too many cooks, not enough meat on the bone
Lee Sung Jins sharp, simmering class feud has swelled into a crowded, overworked spread that loses the very bite that made Beef worth chewing on in the first place
Tirukkoyilur Assembly Constituency is witnessing a generational shift with sitting MLA and DMK strongman K. Ponmudi having been been denied seat and replaced by his son and former MP Gowtham Sigamani. For now, the DMK treads a tricky path of battling anti-incumbency while the AIADMK hopes to cash in on it
Punjab governor gives assent to anti-sacrilege Bill
The Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposes stricter punishments to deter incidents of 'beadbi' (sacrilege) and uphold the sanctity of the Guru Granth Sahib.
Telangana Heatwave: Ten districts exceed 44C; Kerameri hits 44.6C
The data from the Telangana Development Planning Society showed that 10 districts recorded temperatures exceeding 44C, while 13 districts experienced temperatures between 43C and 44C
Soldier found dead in Jammu camp, investigation under way
The exact cause of death will be ascertained after the completion of the investigation, the officials said
Four feared dead in major chain accident on NH-50 in Karnatakas Vijayanagara district
Preliminary reports indicate that a garlic-laden lorry from Haryana, allegedly driven in a rash and negligent manner, first struck two motorcycles about three kilometres before the main accident site
Mahavatar Parshuraam: After Narsimha, Hombale Films announces next Mahavatar Cinematic Universe film
The film, which is a part of a planned seven-part Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, will release in theatres on December 2027
Elderly woman killed in suspected leopard attack at Malakkappara
Body found partially eaten near Sholayar dam area as residents raise alarm over rising wildlife threats
Watch: Opposition slams Narendra Modi over speech, alleges poll code violation
Opposition leaders led by Mallikarjun Kharge have accused PM Modi of violating the Model Code of Conduct by politicising his April 18 national address.
After TVKs nomination rejection in Edappadi, Vijay backs independent candidate
TVK chief urged people to vote for Mr. Premkumar under the Television symbol; Mr. Vijay announced his support for an independent candidate after his partys candidates nomination was rejected.
Watch: People have realised that nothing has changed, says AIADMK candidate Gokula Indira
Humanoid robots race past humans in Beijing half-marathon, showing rapid advances
The winning robot, developed by Chinese smartphone brand Honor, finished the race in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, several minutes faster than the half-marathon world record set by Ugandan runner Jacob Kiplimo in Lisbon last month
Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: PM Modi to address four rallies in Bengal today
Chief Minister M K Stalin has warned that Tamil Nadu's progress will be affected if people vote for NDA in the upcoming Assembly elections.
ED conducts raids at residences of senior cop, businessman in Kolkata over money laundering
The Enforcement Directorate is searching locations linked to Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner Shantanu Sinha Biswas and businessman Joy Kamdar in the Sona Pappu case under the PMLA
Iran-Israel war LIVE: 'Bold and loyal', Trump praises Israel as 'great ally' of U.S.
In a significant show of diplomatic support, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a robust endorsement of Israel, characterising the nation as a premier strategic partner during periods of heightened regional instability
Trevor Noah: Joy in the Trenches review: Noah asks the tough questions, but makes you laugh anyway
Who will you be when history calls? In his latest Netflix special Joy in the Trenches, Trevor Noah finds laughter in war, loss, and the messy business of being human.
Anoon meetingin Jeth Nagar: residents have a chat with sitting Mylapore MLA
Uttar Pradesh implements advanced unified command system under Jal Jeevan Mission
The system, managed through the Unified Command and Control System (UCCS), will enable real-time monitoring and control of water supply systems, covering parameters related to water quality, distribution efficiency, and asset performance across rural areas.
Vice-President embarks on two-day visit to Sri Lanka
This marks the first bilateral visit by an Indian Vice-President to Sri Lanka, his office said
Andhra Pradesh CM wishes Pawan Kalyan speedy recovery
He expressed hope on X that Mr. Kalyan would regain his strength quickly and come back healthier than ever
Modi Apologises, Opposition Slammed: The Night the Womens Reservation Bill Died in Lok Sabha
Gangtok, April 18 : In a rare and emotionally charged address to the nation on The post Modi Apologises, Opposition Slammed: The Night the Womens Reservation Bill Died in Lok Sabha appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
APTF members stage protest in Ongole demanding to resolve teachers issues
The Coalition government has failed to fulfil the promises made during the elections to take steps to resolve the long pending issues of employees and teachers even after two years of coming to power
Residents want creation of separate Arani district for better civic amenities
They say the creation of Arani district will attract government funds for infrastructure facilities
Daylight bank heist in Singrauli: One accused held; M.P. police launch manhunt in four States
According to the police, the accused was detained by the Railway Protection Force (RPF) from an express train near Aurangabads Nabinagar station when he was found in suspicious condition and was arrested after questioning
TCS Nashik case: Door locked, Nidas neighbours say they barely saw the family
Nida Khan is named in one of the nine FIRs. In the FIR registered at Deolali Camp police station, she has been accused of speaking ill about Hinduism
This is the month for assessing candidates;meet three heavyweights
Here are three candidates for Autism Acceptance Month. In fact, everyone on the spectrum is qualified to represent the month. But sadly, this twisted world sits up and takes notice only when extraordinary achievements are on the horizon; and Rupak Rajendra Munje, Ashwath Radha Mohan and M. Ramanathan are doing things that are anything but ordinary
Construction on Trumps White House ballroom can continue for now, U.S. Appeals Court says
A U.S. appeals court is allowing construction to continue on President Donald Trumps $400 million ballroom
BJP will never understand the self-respect of Telangana: Ponnam Prabhakar
Trump vs Pope | Two Americans, two paths
The 70-year-old pontiff, leader of 1.4 billion Catholics, has spoken out against the American President over the U.S.-Israel war on Iran, saying that in a world being ravaged by a handful of tyrants, peace is everyones responsibility
Mass shooting in Kyiv leaves 6 dead before police kill gunman
The mass shooting unheard of in wartime Kyiv took place in a busy central district of the city
J&K L-G Sinha dedicates memorial to officer Thapa killed in Pakistan shelling during 2025 conflict
Census portal shows Chinese name for Arunachal Pradesh town; issue fixed, say officials
A resident of Pasighat in Arunachal Pradesh flagged the issue after the map for self-enumeration for the Census 2027 showed the name of a Chinese town beyond the LAC for his hometown
Mr. Rashids father Khazir Mohammad Sheikh, according to the family, has been put on a ventilator
Dream moment to play in World Championship, says R. Vaishali after Chess Candidates title
Reflecting on the Candidates closing stages, Vaishali described the event as intensely competitive
Why has Punjab introduced a new law on sacrilege?
Why does the State government say stricter punishment is needed?
Is Indias Maoist insurgency finally over?
What remains of the CPI (Maoist) after recent setbacks? How did security operations weaken the Maoist movement so sharply? What internal divisions and ideological shifts weakened the organisation? Is there any chance of a Maoist revival in the future?
What led to the Noida workers protest?
What are the key demands of Noida workers? Why are workers dissatisfied with current wages? How are minimum wages determined in Noida? How has the U.P. government responded? What steps has the government taken to address workers concerns?
Biomining at Vedimara in North Paravur in final stage
With a sizeable farming community, residents of Chengalpattu constituency call for water management projects; they demand that the authorities clean Kolavai Lake and complete a sewer line work; since the district has no minister, residents are unable to take up local issues with those in power
Former RS MP, senior BJP leader Balbir Punj passes away
Punj had a long career in public life in politics and policy circles, and in the media
Will tackle drug abuse, ensure pattas for long-time residents, says Porkodi Armstrong
AIADMKs Thiru.Vi.Ka Nagar candidate says she allied with the party to seek justice for the murder of her husband, BSP leader Armstrong
Justice is served in Sattankulam
The judgment in the Sattankulam custodial torture case arrived with the fragrance of justice. The court found nine policemen guilty of the torture and murder of Jayaraj and Benicks, and sentenced them to death. That the father-son duo were beaten to death for keeping their shop open 15 minutes after COVID curfew as claimed by the police but debunked by the CBI probe was horrific, but the process of law that followed was bone chilling. That injustice is what the Madurai First Additional District and Sessions judge corrected, activists and the victims kin tell C. Palanivel Rajan
Uptake rises but high entry cost limits workers access to 5-kg LPG
Most migrant workers say they use locally madecylinders and get them refilled from neighbourhood shops;govt. asks gas agencies to organisecamps in areas with large migrant populations; cylinders should be subsidised: CPI(M) Delhi secretary
This industrial hub stands as one of the key drivers of Tamil Nadus economic engine. But, from traffic congestion, inadequate public transport, deficiencies in access to basic amenities, and pollution, the gaps in infrastructure are far too many.
Tighter ASI rules on guides spark concern among city historians, walk curators
Why was 2023 womens reservation law kept in cold storage, asks Opposition after PMs address
Congress accuses Modi of using official machinery to attack Opposition ahead of Assembly polls
DMK has not fulfilled poll promises, says farmers association
10 CPI(M) workers sentenced to jail in Thimiri bomb attack case
Man from Kasaragod among 18 freed from alleged bonded labour in Karnataka
Vyasarpadi youth forum pitches key demands to Perambur constituency candidates
CJI to inaugurate additional building on Madurai District Court campus on April 19
Clashes mar Gargi College student polls; ABVP, SFI trade charges
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) describes the meeting as the Ambassador being called in, not summoned
Postal voting for police personnel begins in Madurai district
He says the BJPs criticism that the DMK is stalling the passage of the Women Reservation Bill will not hold water since the Bill was adopted during 2023 with the support of the Dravidian major
Siddhartha Academy students bagged 1,936 job offers in 2025-26 academic year, says V-C
Students of core branches have bagged the packages ranging between 9 LPA to 14.5 LPA, says Venkateswara Rao
153 stolen mobile phones returned to owners in Bapatla
The distribution marked the fourth phase of a special mobile recovery drive conducted at the district police headquarters
VIT-A.P. School of Business organises V-Launch Pad 2026 to promote innovation, startup culture
National Census: Bengaluru corporations warn absentees of strict action
Tiruvallur District: Rapid Growth, Basic Infrastructure Still Lagging
Chennai Poll Canvas is an election special programme from The Hindu, offering a comprehensive constituency roundup from in and around Chennai for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.
Mega Fire Service demo displays skills of firemen
New taluk, hospital upgrade, bus services prominent demands in Senthamangalam
Home to the famous Kolli Hills, Senthamangalamconstituency is considered an AIADMK stronghold, but the incumbent is from DMK; also in the fray are TVK and NTK candidates, who believe the people are ready for a change
A two-cornered contest but a tough act for DMK at Harur (R) constituency
