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AAI pushes for constructing airport in Rameswaram

In a letter to the T.N. government, it asks the State government to identify the site and acquire land for the project

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 11:27 pm

Counterfeit military combat uniform racket comes to light in Rajasthan

Armys intelligence units and Rajasthan Police seize 1,000 metres of unauthorised Army-pattern combat cloth

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 11:16 pm

Vijay must visit Karnataka on August 3, says Premallatha Vijayakant

She was leading the partys protests against the proposed dam by Karnataka

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 11:09 pm

Centre to release its share of over 2,117 crore for disaster relief in advance to seven flood-hit States

Of the affected States, Himachal Pradesh, Odisha, and Nagaland have already received the first instalment of the Central share for the financial year 2026-27.

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:59 pm

BJP, CPI stage protests against Karnataka government on Cauvery water dispute

They seek immediate water release from the Cauvery to save the standing kuruvai crop and prevent people from facing drinking water shortage in the months to come

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:53 pm

Over 3,000 serving CAPF officers move Supreme Court against CAPF Act

Petitioners include gallantry awardees and women officers; new law makes it harder for CAPF cadre officers to be promoted to leadership position; paves the way for more IPS officers on deputation in senior roles

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:52 pm

Amid row with Philippines, China issues new rules to assert control over South China Sea shoal

Under the rules, a routine patrol system will be established to promptly investigate and handle violations in accordance with the law

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:51 pm

Antilia bomb scare: Charges framed; ex-cops Waze, Sharma & eight others to face trial for murder

The accused will face trial for offences under the Indian Penal Code related to murder, extortion, destruction of evidence and criminal conspiracy, as well as under relevant provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and the Explosive Substances Act

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:51 pm

Saiva Tirumurais democratised Tamil literature, says Nirmala Sitharaman

The Union Finance Minister was speaking at the 34th annual Deiva Sekkizhar Festival in Chennai, jointly organised by the Sekkizhar Research Centre and Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:49 pm

TISS postpones convocation with CJI as chief guest; students on visit for ceremony affected

In an email to students on Friday, the institute said the decision was taken under unforeseen circumstances and in the best long-term interests of the institute. Affected students say they spent on non-refundable flight and train tickets and hotel bookings.

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:44 pm

ICFLoco Works bridge derails intodangerous disrepair

The central part of the bridge is battered

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:37 pm

On this section ofAshokNagar, Metro water trickles in

Residents of LGGS Colony point out that the irregular water supply hit the nadir over the last month, and the improvement in the last few days have been too negligible to inspire confidence. They want CMWSSB to shore up and expedite whatever remedial work they might have initiated now

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:30 pm

We The Leaders release a policy paper for a clean and sustainable Tamil Nadu

All sectors of the economy, along with agriculture, coastal livelihoods, and urban infrastructure, are currently severely affected by changing weather patterns and climate impact, it says

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:28 pm

Watch: Cauvery water row: D.K. Shivakumar urges protesters not to obstruct Kabini water release

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar appealed to farmers organisations and Kannada groups not to obstruct the flow of water in the Kabini river as the State issued a flood alert. He said Karnataka would decide on releasing Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu only after consultations at an all-party meeting in Bengaluru.

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:18 pm

10 years of service to kin ofwar heroes

Four war widows were honoured with financial assistance at the 43rd anniversary celebration of Humour Club International - Triplicane chapter

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:17 pm

Vodafone Idea gets 26.8 crore DoT notice for alleged default in spectrum-related rollout obligations

The company said it is reviewing the notice received on Friday (July 31, 2026) and evaluating next steps

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:16 pm

Delimitation is a design to take away the power of people of Tamil Nadu, says Rahul Gandhi

Any party supporting the Delimitation Bill in Parliament would be considered betrayer of the people of Tamil Nadu, says the Congress leader; he meets grieving families of NEET aspirants who ended their lives, says the students are working in a system that is not honest with them

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:13 pm

Centre releases additional instalment of tax devolution of 1.09 lakh crore to States

Currently, 41% of taxes collected by the Centre is devolved in 14 instalments among States during a fiscal year.

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:07 pm

IIM-B to start maiden UG school in August

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:06 pm

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke advised to take rest after falling sick

Dipke, who was diagnosed with typhoid during the protests in Jantar Mantar seeking the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan as Union Education Minister, had said he had been unwell for the past few days and was currently undergoing treatment

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 10:00 pm

India will be the biggest destination for Japanese capital in a decade: AMFI chairman Sandeep Sikka

`The countrys booming systematic investment plan (SIP) culture has fundamentally reshaped the equity market by creating a strong domestic buffer against foreign capital outflows

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:54 pm

Trawling ban end fails to cheer coasts as adverse weather spoils plans

The IMD had warned fishers against venturing out into the sea off Kerala, Karnataka, and Lakshadweep in view of possible gusty winds and inclement weather

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:51 pm

BNS Does Not Permit Publication of Unverified Family Disputes on Social Media, News Portals

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 does not grant social media users, journalists, or digital news platforms any special exemption to publish unverified allegations arising [] The post BNS Does Not Permit Publication of Unverified Family Disputes on Social Media, News Portals appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 1 Aug 2026 9:44 pm

Eight killed as extremely heavy rain batters Kerala

Two children drowned in swollen stream, one fell into waterlogged pit; four people killed by landslides hitting their homes; one electrocuted; six fishermen missing at sea, two people missing after falling into a river

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:43 pm

Heavy rain batters Keralas Wayanad, forcing evacuations

Fifteen relief camps were opened across the district, and 461 people from 169 families in Vythiri, Mananthavady and Sulthan Bathery taluks have been shifted to the camps

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:26 pm

PM Modi inaugurates Viveka Smaraka in Mysuru

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:22 pm

Incessant downpour disrupts life in Keralas Kozhikode

Eight relief camps opened in district accommodating 214 persons from 72 families evacuated from vulnerable areas

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:20 pm

One inmate killed, six wounded in Sri Lanka prison riot, says police

The violence at the Mahara Prison outside Colombo came about a month after clashes at another overcrowded jail killed 10 guards and 21 inmates in Sri Lankas worst prison riot in years

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:16 pm

Hardik Pandyas trade gains traction as Mumbai Indians plans to hit reset button

Chennai Super Kings has emerged as a possible next stop for the India all-rounder and, given his profile, there would be no shortage of suitors if he does become available while Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals have also been understood to be considering the Hardik option

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:13 pm

SC/ST dept. begins drive to clear 50,000 pending files

4,970 files were disposed of through adalats held over the past two days, says the Minister

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:13 pm

Delhi High Court restrains misuse of cricketer Yuvraj Singhs identity

Court orders the takedown of AI-generated deepfakes and fake merchandise; the plea says several social media accounts had circulated images and videos falsely depicting the cricketer in fabricated situations

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:13 pm

Forum stages protest seeking clearance for Kalasa-Banduri drinking water in Hubballi

Condemning what they termed as stepmotherly treatment of Karnataka by the Union government, members of the Mahadayi Kalasa-Banduri Horata Samiti staged a protest outside Union Minister Pralhad Joshis office in Hubballi on Saturday and courted arrest

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:12 pm

Most parts of the State likely to receive normal or above normal rainfall in August: RMC

The RMC has predicted that several places in the State and Puducherry may experience either normal or slightly above normal maximum temperature this month

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:09 pm

Heavy rain hits Keralas Malappuram, relief camps opened

A review meeting chaired by District Collector Vinay Goyal assessed the rain situation and instructed departments to complete emergency preparations

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 9:08 pm

Kerala floods 2026: cloudburst-like event exposes gaps in States weather forecasting, disaster preparedness

While the IMD failed to issue a red alert in advance despite the impending extreme rainfall event, the State disaster management authorities failed to recognise the unfolding crisis in the ghat regions due to the absence of timely warnings

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:59 pm

Sloth bear kills watchman

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:54 pm

24,000 people affected as Godavari, Sabari rivers remain in spate in Polavaram district

No casualties reported as 1,683 people are evacuated, 44 road links remain cut off and relief operations continue amid rising floodwaters in the Godavari and Sabari rivers

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:52 pm

Dharani transactions under fast-track scrutiny, illegal land transfers wont be spared: Ponguleti

Large-scale irregularities, including illegal mutations and unauthorised transfers of government land, had taken place during the previous Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) governments tenure, the Minister said

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:50 pm

Trial begins in K.M. Basheer death case

Basheer, the Thiruvananthapuram bureau chief ofMalayalam daily Siraj, was killed on August 3, 2019, after his motorcycle was knocked down by thecar allegedly driven by Mr. Venkitaraman.

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:50 pm

Bharat Biotech MD calls on students to contribute meaningfully to society

Addressing students of IIIT, Sri City, Suchitra Ella urges them to become persons of value rather than merely pursuing success

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:50 pm

Peoples Plan in Kerala turns 30, celebratory event on August 16

The conference is envisioned as a meeting of people who worked for strengthening the Peoples Plan and the local self-government mechanism in general

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:47 pm

During visit to Mysuru, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi credits countrys youth for driving growth and innovation

While India was under colonial rule during Vivekanandas lifetime and its youth were shackled by slavery, todays young Indians were shaping the countrys future across diverse sectors, he said.

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:42 pm

Kunadpur murder accused arrested

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:40 pm

Commonwealth Table Tennis | Syndrela, Sutirtha, and Ankur stage upsets to enter semifinals

The Bengal trio upset higher-ranked Australian opponents in the quarterfinals, ensuring all eight semifinal berths across the mens and womens singles belonged to India

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:40 pm

Durand Cup: Ajaraie scores hat-trick in NorthEast Uniteds rout of Bodoland

The defending champion scores five in the second period of play after the Moroccan striker put it ahead on the stroke of half-time

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:36 pm

Construction debris dumping continues to choke Coimbatore roads, waterbodies

Construction debris dumped on roadsides creates dusty wind and, during rain, mud that flows onto roads, endangering lives of motorists; dumped into waterbodies, it reduces their carrying capacity and damages their ecosystems, say residents and environmental experts

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:30 pm

Mahatma Gandhi University in Kerala withdraws funding for conference by students union over cockroach-themed poster

Vice-Chancellor directs the reimbursement of the advance of 2.81 lakh released for organising the national conference, scheduled to be held on the university campus from August 3 to 6, to the University Fund

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:26 pm

Protection for certain royal estates from succession law still valid despite abolition of privy purses and privileges: Karnataka High Court

The court holds that while the purport and object of the Gaddi or ceremonial throne has lost its relevance, from the customary practical perspective, it is still a relevant subject

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:26 pm

Chalachitra Academy activities to be popularised more, says Kerala Minister

Says exhibition hall on the second floor of academy building will be named after Shaji N. Karun

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:22 pm

5,839 patients await life-saving organ transplants in A.P.

Ahead of National Organ Donation Day, Health Minister urges families to discuss organ donation and make informed decisions; State currently ranks sixth in the country for organ donation from brain-dead donors

The Hindu 1 Aug 2026 8:22 pm