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State professional drama competition to begin in Thrissur on April 19

Five-day festival by Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi to feature 10 plays at K.T. Muhammed Theatre

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:28 pm

Delimitation Bill aimed at 2029 poll advantage: Thomas Isaac

CPI(M) leader accuses BJP of using electoral revisions and seat redrawing to favour itself

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:26 pm

4,100 kg seized ganja destroyed in Tirupati

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:15 pm

Probe into sexual abuse case against filmmaker Ranjith in final stage, say police

Special investigation team questions actor Bobby Kurian who was with the director when he was taken into custody on March 31

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:13 pm

BMRCLs electrical and mechanical staff submit representation over operational and administrative concerns

The representation notes that managers and assistant managers are frequently engaged in multiple meetings, reducing their availability for core operational responsibilities

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:12 pm

District Collector orders probe into ration shortage at Edamalakkudy in Idukki

A shortage of over 64,000 kg of rice reported. Massive deficit in food grains unearthed after Edamalakudy panchayat president alerted Civil Supplies department officials that Devikulam Girijan Co-operative Society had exhausted its rice stock, leaving tribal residents struggling to access food

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:11 pm

Discussions with Anand and Pragg helped at Candidates, says Vaishali

The 24-year-old became the first Indian woman to win the prestigious tournament and thus qualified for the World title match against Ju of China later this year; a superb victory in her final-round game against Lagno ensured her the title

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:09 pm

Not grades, marks will be awarded for SSLC third language: State govt tells Karnataka High Court

HC says that rules of the game cannot be changed midway while asking govt to adhere to October, 2025, circular on evaluation

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:08 pm

United Opposition defeats Constitutional Amendment Bill for womens quota

While 298 votes were polled in favour of the Bill, 230 were polled against, failing to meet the necessary two-thirds majority mark needed for a constitutional amendment Bill

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:04 pm

Major parties fail to nominate women in some key constituencies in Tiruchi district

Parties have promised several sops for women, but fall short when it comes to ensuring proportional representation in candidate selection

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:04 pm

Medical Education Minister warns hospital heads over drug shortage, ICU gaps

On complaints of a shortage of intensive care facilities, the Minister sought an explanation from officials of Victoria Hospital

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 8:02 pm

Polls, political parties, and flowers

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:56 pm

Rhythm of resilience: Hows BRC band is striking a new note

In a quiet corner of Kollam, adults with intellectual disabilities are transforming lives through music

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:55 pm

Water level in Idukki reservoir drops to 36% of capacity

Power generation continues at near-maximum capacity at Moolamattom power plant

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:55 pm

Six-day traffic curbs at old Chalakudy bridge in Thrissur to trigger diversions

Bridge to be closed for urgent repair works and load testing

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:54 pm

Probiotics and heart health: hype or real benefit?

The research on probiotics and cardiovascular health is real, growing, and worth taking seriously. However, it is not at a stage where broad claims about heart protection are clinically justified. For most people, yogurt, buttermilk and fermented vegetables that have been part of traditional Indian diets for generations will provide beneficial bacteria alongside broader nutritional value

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:53 pm

Coimbatore North: candidates focus on MSMEs

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:48 pm

Menstrual leave: Karnataka to implement law with penal provisions

A majority of manufacturing industries have failed to implement the provision of one day of paid menstrual leave per month for female employees aged 18 to 52

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:42 pm

ADG visits NCC units in Kozhikode, Malappuram

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:41 pm

Sri Lankas Energy Minister resigns amid corruption allegations, sub-standard coal imports

The indictment triggered sharp criticism from members of the political Opposition and civil society, who reminded the Dissanayake government and the ruling National Peoples Power administration of their key pre-poll promise of wiping out corruption

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:38 pm

CPI(M) flays silence of TDP, YSRCP over delimitation process

Linking the womens reservation Bill with delimitation will adversely impact the SCs and STs, and the southern States that have effectively controlled population growth, asserts party leader Srinivasa Rao

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:35 pm

Kollam swelters as temperatures soar, yellow alert issued

The intense heat has turned daily commutes and outdoor labour into gruelling tasks. Many citizens have reported physical exhaustion and heat-related discomfort, as the cooling effect of the evening breeze remains elusive

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:25 pm

IPL 2026: High-flyingRCBaims to extend winningstreak against DC

On April 18, 2026, Delhi Capitals faces the arduous task of stopping Royal Challengers Bengalurus run at Chinnaswamy Stadium

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:20 pm

BJP slams Rahul Gandhis remarks on Prime Minister, armed forces

Opposing a Bill that is aimed at women empowerment reflects poorly on the Congress leader, says Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:17 pm

Vijay visits Perambur, interacts with local residents

He also holds meeting with partyworkers regarding election-related work

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:17 pm

Mild tremors felt in Anakapalli district of A,.P.

Epicentre of tremor, with a magnitude of 3.7 on the Richter scale, was located near Anakapalli

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:11 pm

Govt. hospitals to get advanced equipment to treat hearing impairments

Installation is nearing completion at a cost of 20 crore and access to the specialised services is expected to reduce dependence on private healthcare, say officials

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:03 pm

Iran declares Strait of Hormuz completely open for commercial vessels till remaining period of ceasefire

About 20% of the worlds crude oil supply passed through the Strait of Hormuz, which links the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, before the U.S. and Israel launched their war on Iran on February 28.

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 7:02 pm

Save Western Ghats Convention to be held in Hubballi in May

Environmental activists strongly oppose the attempts made by the State and Centre to clear and implement projects in the Western Ghats despite knowing the adverse impact they would cause to the biodiversity hotspot.

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:58 pm

Action against Muslim leaders: Karnataka Congress in damage control mode to keep support base intact

A meeting between Satish Jarkiholi and Shivakumar on Friday has fuelled speculation over the possible revocation of Abdul Jabbars suspension from the primary membership of the Congress to control

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:56 pm

BJP-AIADMK alliance should not be allowed to disturb Tamil Nadus communal harmony: Shanmugham

Despite the Constitution guaranteeing equal rights, attempts were being made to spread religious hatred and interfere in personal freedom, says the CPI(M) State Secretary

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:56 pm

GVMC speeds up ward delimitation process

Draft by April 24, wards to rise from 98 to 120, says Commissioner adding that public can submit objections before finalisation

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:53 pm

Garbage dumps choke public life in rural Erode

Many dump waste, around 60% of which is plastic, on roadsides, vacant plots, agricultural lands and even outside a government school; toxic fumes from burning waste causes eye and skin problems and respiratory illnesses, says residents

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:46 pm

Decisions on Karnataka leadership rests with Congress high command: Home Minister G. Parameshwara

Natural for Cabinet aspirants to approach the party leadership, says G. Parameshwara

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:44 pm

IIT Palakkad expands academic, research initiatives

Institute to introduce BTech programme in Materials Engineering from 202627 academic year; it sets up Madhava Supercomputing Facility, a high-performance computing centre, and a 500 MHz Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectrometer

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:40 pm

Lee Cronins The Mummy review: Vile, derivative franchise resurrection is wrapped in borrowed bandages

Cronin unearths plenty, though very little feels newly discovered. If this is what resurrection looks like, the tomb might be safer sealed for a while even monsters deserve better caretakers

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:39 pm

SPCSS-TN urges people to oppose VBSA Bill

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:37 pm

Death of BDS student in Kannur: accused teachers seek anticipatory bail

The Thalassery Sessions Court declines to grant them any interim protection from arrest

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:36 pm

EC assures High Court of action on complaint regarding distribution of 10,000 tokens in Harbour constituency

An advocate had complained about such tokens having been distributed on behalf of AIADMK candidate Royapuram Mano in Harbour constituency

The Hindu 17 Apr 2026 6:36 pm