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Asian Games 2026 LIVE: Packed September 28 awaits India as Sable, Lovlina, Nagal, Bhaker lead medal hopes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated the Indian athletes, including silver medalists Ancy Sojan, Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh, for their stupendous performance.

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 5:14 am

Trump expects new Iran talks despite rejecting deal offer

Iran's plan called for a cessation of all hostilities in West Asia, including in Lebanon, according to Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, and a return to the conditions in the ceasefire deal that fell apart a few months ago

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 4:32 am

PM Modi pays tribute to organisational genius Ashok Singhal on his birth centenary

In an OpEd, Prime Minister recalls his interactions with former VHP leader and highlights his organisational skill, ability to energise youth, and pivotal role in Ram Janmabhoomi movement

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 12:45 am

Letters to The Editor September 28, 2026

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 12:39 am

Kashmir as Indias gateway to Eurasian opportunity

Reconnecting Kashmirs historic routes could unlock economic opportunities for its youth

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 12:34 am

The pitfalls of mandatory FIRs

A week or fortnight could allow the police to filter cases where there is credible information that the person reported missing was neither abducted nor trafficked

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 12:28 am

Form 26 and the statutory mandate

The case involving Meenakshi Natarajan raises important questions about the scope of the disclosure obligations imposed on electoral candidates and the constitutional remedies available when nomination papers are rejected

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 12:22 am

Work on storm-water drain near Virugambakkam canal to be completed in 2 weeks

GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran inspects development works under way at the canal, including the construction of retaining walls and removal of silt and waste, at an estimated cost of 30 crore

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 12:17 am

MSSRF sets up water ATM at Perungudi heat study site

The foundation is conducting a four-year longitudinal study across four sites in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka to assess the impact of heat on physical and mental health

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 12:15 am

No load-shedding for now, says K.J. George

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 12:15 am

In need of an overhaul: on the Election Commission of Indias press note

The Election Commission of Indias response is mere damage control, the Special Intensive Revisions ill-effects must be undone

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 12:10 am

New equilibrium: on the recalibration of U.S.-China ties

As the United States and China recalibrate ties, implications for other nations are huge

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 12:06 am

Bank unions defer three-day nationwide strike after understandings reached with IBA

A high-level committee of the Indian Banks Association and UFBU will be formed immediately to deliberate on the issue of declaring the remaining Saturdays as holidays, the statement said

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 11:49 pm

4 shops damaged as blaze breaks out on GS Road

Shillong, Sep 27: A major fire was averted on Sunday after firefighters brought under control a blaze that broke out near Ajmera on GS Road, which damaged four shops including a restaurant. No loss of life or injuries were reported. Officer in charge of the Fire Station at Bara Bazar, Dinesh Rai, said the fire [] The post 4 shops damaged as blaze breaks out on GS Road first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 27 Sep 2026 11:29 pm

Banks shuttered as Sunday opening perceived as threat to Christianity

Shillong, Sep 27: Bank branches across Meghalaya remained shut today after several pressure groups and civil society organisations enforced closure of banks that were asked to operate on Sunday. The protest follows a directive for public sector banks and regional rural banks to work today ahead of the three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 [] The post Banks shuttered as Sunday opening perceived as threat to Christianity first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 27 Sep 2026 11:27 pm

17th Pandit Iswar Chandra Vidyasagar lecture held

Shillong, Sep 27: The 17th Pandit Iswar Chandra Vidyasagar Endowment Lecture was held in Womens College Shillong auditorium. A presentation on the topic Indian Knowledge system, Iswar Chandra Vidyasagar and todays world , an exploratory analysis was delivered by invited guest Prof Shobhonlal Datta Gupta, Retired SN Banerjee Chair Professor, Department of Political Science, Calcutta [] The post 17th Pandit Iswar Chandra Vidyasagar lecture held first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 27 Sep 2026 11:24 pm

Rymbui opens Thangbuli library

Shillong, Sep 27: Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui yesterday laid foundation stones for the Thangbuli Government LP School building and improvement of Thangbuli village playground, besides inaugurating the Children and Adolescents Library and Digital Infrastructure at Thangbuli. The minister said education should not be confined to textbooks and classroom learning but should equip children with knowledge [] The post Rymbui opens Thangbuli library first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 27 Sep 2026 11:23 pm

Research by Ganga Hospital doctors wins North American Spine Society Outstanding Research Paper Award

The research will be published as a lead paper in The Spine Journal

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 11:22 pm

MIT University holds consultation on indigenous perspectives

Shillong, Sep 27: The Department of Social Work at MIT University, Shillong, organised a consultation conference at Nongjri Elaka on Friday, focusing on indigenous perspectives on development, environmental knowledge, community participation and social action. The consultation brought together community leaders, environmental activists, researchers and educators to deliberate on the question of who defines development in [] The post MIT University holds consultation on indigenous perspectives first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 27 Sep 2026 11:21 pm

Shillong College dominate AMKA

Shillong, Sep 27: Karatekas from Shillong College won five of the six titles at the 13th Inter-College Karate Tournament 2025, organised by the All Meghalaya Karate-Do Association (AMKA), in the one day event here yesterday. There were 30 karatekas who took part from 11 different institutions. The tournament was organised in collaboration with the Sports [] The post Shillong College dominate AMKAs Inter-College Karate Tournament 2026 first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 27 Sep 2026 11:19 pm

A silver in Japan sparks wild celebrations in Keralams Nattika

Though Ancy Sojan had to settle for silver for the second straight Asian Games, pride was writ large on every face at her hometown. Behind the medal lies years of persistence by an athlete and a family that kept choosing sports despite financial constraints

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 11:18 pm

Entries open for October

Shillong, Sep 27: True North is pleased to announce the return of its annual flagship aquatic event, the 2nd All Shillong Inter-School Swimming Championship 2026. The championship will take place on Saturday, 24 October, at the True North Fitness Centre and Swimming Academy in Lapalang. The competition invites passionate young swimmers across Shillong to display [] The post Entries open for Octobers 2nd All Shillong Inter-School Swimming Championship first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 27 Sep 2026 11:15 pm

Convoy of former Tripura Chief Minister attacked, opposition blames BJP

Both CPI(M) and Congress described the incident as a fallout of the BJPs frustration as the saffron party is fast losing its support base in the State, also linking the incident with recent controversies concerning the Election Commission of India

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 11:11 pm

Youth murdered over obscene messages in Chennais Mangadu; two held

The accused duo was arrested following confession and later lodged in prison

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 11:05 pm

Israeli Minister calls for West Bank war, annexation of Lebanon and Gaza areas

The yellow line demarcates the area of Gaza already under Israeli military control after the recent war triggered by Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7, 2023

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:52 pm

Pope says assisted dying not 'normal'

No human law should ever make you lose the certainty of your dignity, says Pope Leo XIV

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:44 pm

IndiGo A321 involved in another tail strike

It is at least the ninth known such incident involving Indigo airlines A321 fleet

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:40 pm

Students, right-wing consumer group members clash on SRFTI campus in Kolkata

Students of the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute objected to the auditorium being used for a meeting of the Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat; after violence broke out, each side accused the other of attacking them

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:26 pm

Former BSP Minister, others join Congress in run-up to Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls

Former BSP Lok Sabha candidate, student leaders, grassroots politicians, and workers of social and political groups join Congress; party says this is proof the winds of change are blowing against the BJP in U.P.

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:24 pm

Election Commission row: Mumbai Police deny permission for CJP's Oct. 2 protest at Shivaji Park

The Police cited High Court directives, lack of civic nod and possibility of traffic disruptions; advised the organiser to look for alternate venues within Mumbai

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:19 pm

Trump rejects Irans Strait of Hormuz proposal, Tehran awaits formal response

U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restarting negotiations to end the ongoing conflict in the region. The proposal, presented through Qatari mediators during the UN General Assembly in New York, offered to reopen the strategic waterway and resume talks within seven days if Washington met Tehrans conditions. Trump said the terms were unacceptable, while Irans Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran was still awaiting an official response from Washington and stressed that diplomacy remained the only way forward.

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:06 pm

HDK to tour villages along NICE stretch, meet affected families from October 2

Mr. Kumaraswamy interacted with farmers who lost their land for the NICE project and received their representations. He promised the farmers that he would fight against the project.

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:06 pm

HDK to tour villages along NICE stretch, meet affected families from October 2

Mr. Kumaraswamy interacted with farmers who lost their land for the NICE project and received their representations. He promised the farmers that he would fight against the project.

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:06 pm

Outsiders buying land in Srinagar, NC must be held accountable for demographic changes: Altaf Bukhari

J&K Apni Party president urges Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate a direct dialogue with the people of J&K to address their issues and grievances, and says, The prevailing trust deficit will not end until direct talks are held between the Centre and the people, particularly the youth of J&K

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:05 pm

Outsiders buying land in Srinagar, NC must be held accountable for demographic changes: Altaf Bukhari

J&K Apni Party president urges Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate a direct dialogue with the people of J&K to address their issues and grievances, and says, The prevailing trust deficit will not end until direct talks are held between the Centre and the people, particularly the youth of J&K

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:05 pm

Ashutosh Ranka, CJP volunteers detained in Assam during peaceful meeting

CJP co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka and several party volunteers were detained by Assam Police in Guwahati on September 27. The CJP said the group was in Assam for a peaceful meeting with supporters and alleged that those detained were not informed about the grounds for their detention. NCP (SP) spokesperson Anish Gawande also demanded their immediate release and warned of legal action.

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 10:04 pm

Pakyong World Tourism Day Event Spotlights AI and Digital Innovation

Pakyong, September 27 : Pakyong World Tourism Day 2026 celebrations focused on the growing role of artificial intelligence and digital innovation in transforming tourism services, destination management and visitor experiences. The Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Pakyong District, Government of Sikkim, organised the programme at the Community Hall in Pakyong under the theme Digital Agenda [] The post Pakyong World Tourism Day Event Spotlights AI and Digital Innovation appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 27 Sep 2026 10:03 pm

56 dead as heavy rains lash Uttar Pradesh

Eight districts face flood-like situation; people from affected areas shifted to relief centres and shelter homes

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 9:58 pm

DGP lays emphasis on strengthening preventive policing in Tiruchi

Specific directions issued for intensified action against history sheeters and close monitoring of their activites and cases

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 9:58 pm

Keralam General Administration department website hacked, suspected Pakistani group claims responsibility

A message claiming that the website was hacked by Team Blackleets, along with a slogan hailing Pakistan, was also posted on the website

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 9:54 pm

Asian Games | Learnt a lot from my individual campaign: Anahat

I played my match yesterday, and there have not been many instances where I have come back from being down. Its always the other way around. I am just learning how to handle the pressure of playing against more experienced players,says Anahat

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 9:43 pm

Boeing finds software glitch in automated flight guidance system of MAX planes

Boeing has issued an advisory to operators to reset the system following a missed approach as a precautionary measure to address the issue

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 9:19 pm

CJP seeks to expand base in Keralam

Party announces plans to reach out to students and mobilise support for its protests

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 9:12 pm

Minor boy molested at Satlok Ashram in Haryana; accused held

Police swing into action on a complaint from Child Welfare Committee chairperson

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 9:11 pm

Amit Shah flags off India's first LNG train; claims Modi transformed railways, Congress known for scams

In 2015-16, the Railways used 293 crore litres of diesel. By 2030 it will be reduced to zero, the Home Minister said

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 9:10 pm

DMK MP raises concerns over amendments to FCRA

Participating in a meeting, P. Wilson claims the proposed changes could have significant implications for voluntary organisations and the communities they serve

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 8:51 pm

River Sabri recedes, Godavari rises, authorities on alert

Authorities have alerted residents of at least 160 villages about the rising water levels in the Godavari river; 134 women requiring antenatal care shifted to nearby hospitals and 105 relief centres opened

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 8:49 pm

Accidental Fall Claims Firemans Life at F&ES Sogam Station

Handwara, Sep 27 : A Selection Grade Fireman (SGFM) of the Jammu and Kashmir Fire & Emergency Services lost his life after sustaining critical injuries in an accidental fall from the third floor of the Fire & Emergency Services Station building at Sogam. The deceased has been identified as SGFM No. 1474 Mohammad Amin Khan, who was posted at F&ES Station Sogam. Officials while speaking to Rising Kashmir said that Khan accidentally fell from the third floor of the station building and was immediately rushed to Government Medical College (GMC) Handwara for treatment. However, he succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. Mohammad Amin Khan was a resident of Bandipora. The incident has sent shockwaves among colleagues and the Fire & Emergency Services fraternity, with condolences pouring in for the deceased firefighter and his bereaved family. Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident are awaited.

RisingKashmir 27 Sep 2026 8:48 pm

Keralam cultural icon Jayapala Menon passes away

He was one of the early leaders of Keralams film society movement and director of Janashakthi Films

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 8:44 pm

66,000 passengers book railway tickets digitally per day in Salem Division, says DRM

Railways launched the RailOne app as a comprehensive digital platform offering One App-Complete Rail Solution, says the DRM

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 8:41 pm