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KTR accuses Congress of weakening SCCL

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 10:01 pm

Watch: Why is Tamil Nadu forced to buy emergency power at record prices?

Tamil Nadu is purchasing electricity at over 30 per unit to meet record power demand.

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 10:01 pm

Rahul, Revanth rise to the occasion again, thwart Karnatakas victory push

The two young Andhra batters come to teams rescue a second time; veteran Karun Nair bails out the visiting side after an early wobble

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:58 pm

CMFRIs STI hub helps set up 84 micro-enterprises in eight districts

Initiative directly benefits 469 people, including 220 women and six transpersons; household incomes of beneficiaries rise by 30% to 35%, according to CMFRI communication

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:57 pm

Three rebel SP MLAs join BJP at event in Uttar Pradeshs Amethi

Even after years of waiting, they received nothing more than a membership slip, Akhilesh said

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:56 pm

BJP Mahila Morcha approaches NCW over sexual harassment case against Congress MP

The delegation submitted a memorandum to NCW chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar seeking action against former JNU professor Akoijam, over complaints filed by 11 female students

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:54 pm

Ukraine accuses U.S. of helping Russia as missiles hit Kyiv

A senior official in Kyiv confirmed that the United States had in recent days threatened to stop providing intelligence about Russian missile launches that Ukraine uses to thwart attacks. Donald Trump denied doing so

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:50 pm

ISL: Boulis brace helps Punjab edge Odisha

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:50 pm

Questions over publicly unavailable prohibitoryorders amid Delhi protest detentions

Delhi Police claim hoardings put up and announcements being made informing people about curbs; petition in Supreme Court alleges police mischievously failed to upload prohibitory order on their website

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:50 pm

Watch: SIR protest: Rahul Gandhi, Oppn leaders condemn CJP leaders arrest | Above the Fold | Oct 14, 2026

Abhijeet Dipke announces Lehra Do Tiranga gathering after Ranka, Das sent to judicial custody

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:49 pm

UNESCO team to visit Hampi on Oct. 24

It will carry out inspection with focus on conservation and management of heritage monuments

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:45 pm

Gauhati Press Club condemns attack on journalists, calls rally

Shillong, Oct 14: The Gauhati Press Club has condemned the alleged assault on journalists by police during an anti-CEC protest coverage in New Delhi. The club said visuals show journalists were targeted despite showing press ID cards, with digital media journalists allegedly singled out and harassed, raising serious concerns over press freedom and safety. Condemning [] The post Gauhati Press Club condemns attack on journalists, calls rally first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 14 Oct 2026 9:43 pm

Anish Gawande warns of larger protests after CJP leaders are sent to five-day judicial custody

Protests against SIR and demands for CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation continued in Delhi for a fifth day, with SFI, DYFI and Youth Congress members detained. A new platform, People Against SIR, has announced a nationwide march for October 23.

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:40 pm

Meghalaya delegation finds 3 more Garo WWI graves in Malta

Shillong, Oct 14: A Meghalaya delegation has discovered graves of three more Garo men of the 69th Garo Labour Company at Pieta Military Cemetery in Malta. Led by Assembly Speaker Thomas A. Sangma, the delegation paid homage to four Garo Hills men buried there. Till now, only the grave of Khew Marak (died June 15, [] The post Meghalaya delegation finds 3 more Garo WWI graves in Malta first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 14 Oct 2026 9:37 pm

Google DeepMinds Hassabis calls AI hacks early warning shots

Demis Hassabis said there was a lot of work to do to adopt the kind of best practices that other fields such as biology or the nuclear sector use to secure critical systems and that some sort of international standards body would eventually be needed.

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:35 pm

KHADC rolls out biometric attendance

Shillong, Oct 14: The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) has rolled out biometric attendance to check late-coming and ensure accountability. Chief Executive Member Winston Tony Lyngdoh told the House today that the system came into effect from September 1, 2026, replying to a question by UDP MDC Titosstarwell Chyne during the Winter Session. Judicial [] The post KHADC rolls out biometric attendance first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 14 Oct 2026 9:29 pm

IIT-B student death case: Around 30 detained over protest outside Powai campus; delegation submits letter to director

The director said I dont see caste, a student representative said, adding that the delegation expressed its lack of confidence in the institutes internal inquiry committee amid probe over Sahil Wakodes death

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:26 pm

Lord Malayappa Swamy, as Yoga Narasimha, rides Simha Vahanam during Brahmotsavams

17 troupes, comprising 491 artistes from 10 States, present an impressive array of classical and folk performances along the four mada streets

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:25 pm

Israeli settlers set fire to mosque in occupied West Bank

Israels military said that soldiers were dispatched to Mikhmas following a report of graffiti and arson at the mosque, as well as damage to a vehicle

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:25 pm

Watch: Why the world needs Indias diesel | Business Matters

The world is facing a diesel shortage as disruptions to oil supplies, attacks on Russian refining infrastructure and shipping constraints tighten global fuel markets. India, the worlds fourth-largest refiner, saw diesel exports hit a one-year high in September 2026, with rising overseas demand creating new opportunities for Indian refiners. How has India emerged as a key supplier of the refined fuel?

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:24 pm

Two persons drown in Velankanni sea

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:20 pm

Reliances Jio Platforms files final IPO prospectus; offer to open on October 21

The offer opens for subscription on Wednesday, October 21, and closes on Friday, October 23. Anchor investor bidding is on Monday, October 19

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:20 pm

History-sheeter ends life in hospital

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:18 pm

Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra condole the death of Cheruvayal Raman

Renowned conservationist of traditional paddy seeds Cheruvayal Raman passed away at the age of 74 on October 14. He was undergoing treatment at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital for age-related ailments

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:16 pm

Pro-tem Speaker administers oath to newly-elected MLA in Puducherry

Party sources attribute the delay in conducting the Speaker election to the claims made by both the AINRC and the BJP for the post within the NDA fold. In the absence of election to the Speakers post, the Pro-tem Speaker chaired the entire Budget session held in August and now administered the oath of office to the newly-elected Thattanchavady MLA

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:16 pm

No consensus yet on seat-sharing between NDA partners in local body elections

Negotiations hit a roadblock over Mayor posts with parties remaining firm on their respective positions on the number of seats and posts to be contested; decision likely in two days

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:15 pm

No consensus yet on seat-sharing between NDA partners in local body elections

Negotiations hit a roadblock over Mayor posts with parties remaining firm on their respective positions on the number of seats and posts to be contested; decision likely in two days

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:15 pm

APEPDCLs solar capacity reaches 589 MW

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:14 pm

APEPDCLs solar capacity reaches 589 MW

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:14 pm

Use mining money to build sustainable future: CM

Shillong, Oct 14: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma today said that mining money must build a sustainable future, not just fill coffers. Addressing a function to celebrate 10 years of District Mineral Foundation (DMF) at the State Convention Centre here, he said while mining remains a vital pillar of Meghalayas economy, revenue from it must [] The post Use mining money to build sustainable future: CM first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 14 Oct 2026 9:09 pm

Amendment Bill aimed to empower maritime board, says Keralam Chief Minister

Satheesan says the amendment will establish a centralised decision-making mechanism for the maritime sector

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:09 pm

Amendment Bill aimed to empower maritime board, says Keralam Chief Minister

Satheesan says the amendment will establish a centralised decision-making mechanism for the maritime sector

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:09 pm

CM invites investments from UK, assures policy continuity and support

Mr. Revanth Reddy interacts with high level delegation from the UK

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:01 pm

Final instalment of ST post-matric scholarship released

Shillong, Oct 14: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma today released the second and final instalment of the Umbrella Post-Matric Scholarship for ST students for 2025-26 at St. Anthonys College, Shillong. Sangma also inaugurated the renovated PG Block Biotechnology Department & Bio-Informatics Lab and Computer Lab under CMs Skills Mission and RUSA 2.0. The CM said [] The post Final instalment of ST post-matric scholarship released first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 14 Oct 2026 9:01 pm

Ankita Bhandari case: Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi meet parents protesting at Delhis India Gate

Parents of the woman killed at a Uttarakhand resort are demanding that Dushyant Kumar Gautam's appointment as the Sikkim Governor be put on hold until the ongoing CBI probe into the 2022 murder case is complete

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:00 pm

Boat that capsized in Bihar had a hole and was overloaded, say police

Police say the ill-fated boat was dilapidated and could carry around five passengers; it had set sail after sunset, violating the rules; District Magistrate says it is the responsibility of the circle officer and the station house officer to prevent such activities

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:58 pm

Boat that capsized in Bihar had a hole and was overloaded, say police

Police say the ill-fated boat was dilapidated and could carry around five passengers; it had set sail after sunset, violating the rules; District Magistrate says it is the responsibility of the circle officer and the station house officer to prevent such activities

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:58 pm

Kapra Lake set for revival with farmers support

Local farmers voluntarily hand over 70 acres within its Full Tank Level area for restoration; HYDRAA is spending 35 crore on the project; the 112.80-acre wetland is a key habitat for migratory birds

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:58 pm

Kapra Lake set for revival with farmers support

Local farmers voluntarily hand over 70 acres within its Full Tank Level area for restoration; HYDRAA is spending 35 crore on the project; the 112.80-acre wetland is a key habitat for migratory birds

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:58 pm

KUHS Research Day: focus on geriatric care, indigenous medical devices, says ICMR official

Dr. Sanghamitra Pati urges young researchers to pursue socially relevant research; 428 undergraduate students receive Research Appreciation Awards

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:55 pm

Faith leaders join hands to save mothers and children in Meghalaya

Shillong, Oct 14: From church pulpits to temple gatherings, Meghalaya is now taking health messages through faith. A two-day workshop on Harnessing the Power of Faith for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health was held at the State Guest House here, which concluded today. The Mind-Heart Dialogue (MHD) workshop brought together faith leaders from Catholic Archdiocese, [] The post Faith leaders join hands to save mothers and children in Meghalaya first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 14 Oct 2026 8:53 pm

Siddaramaiah video row: CCB detains two for questioning

Police probe focuses on origin of alleged defamatory videos, social media accounts and possible wider conspiracy

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:53 pm

Delhi protests against SIR enter fifth day; hundreds detained as youth groups march

Protests enter Day 5 in Delhi demanding the rollback of SIR & the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar. Police detain SFI, DYFI & IYC workers at Patel Chowk and Firoz Shah Rd. Activists, actor Prakash Raj & farmer groups announce a nationwide march on Oct 23.

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:53 pm

Delhi HC seeks Centres response to PIL against Aadhaar mandate for subsidised LPG

Petitioner said biometric authentication, which includes iris scanning, poses significant difficulties for persons with visual impairments

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:53 pm

Heated Rivalry: A new book on the story behind the sensation

A new annotated scripts book reveals how Jacob Tierneys hockey romance, starring Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, became a global pop-culture sensation

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:49 pm

13 bonded labourers rescued in Tiruppur

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:39 pm

Double silver for Meghalaya at SKOCH awards

Shillong, Oct 14: Meghalaya bagged two SKOCH Silver Awards for agriculture and culture at the awards ceremony held in New Delhi. The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare won for its project Bioinputs Production Unit for Sustainable Agriculture: SBCL Meghalaya Initiative. The initiative, run by the State Biological Control Laboratory (SBCL), Upper Shillong, promotes biofertilisers, [] The post Double silver for Meghalaya at SKOCH awards first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 14 Oct 2026 8:36 pm

IOA Sets Up Committee For 2027 National Games In Meghalaya

The Indian Olympic Association has formed a five-member Games Technical Conduct Committee to oversee the technical aspects and sports programme of the 39th National Games, scheduled for Meghalaya in 2027. The committee, chaired by Sunaina Kumari, will ensure technical compliance and athlete-centred preparation for the event.

Rediff 14 Oct 2026 8:30 pm

Ranji 2026-27: Sikkim hold out for draw, Meghalaya

Shillong, Oct 14: Sikkim dug deep to hold out for a draw against Meghalaya on the fourth and final day of their Ranji Trophy 2026-27 plate group match in Rangpo, Sikkim, today. Resuming on 44/0, 106 runs away from making Meghalaya bat again, the hosts finished on 291/7, ensuring that the game ended in a [] The post Ranji 2026-27: Sikkim hold out for draw, Meghalayas Ram Gurung named POTM first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 14 Oct 2026 8:27 pm

Three Indians killed in Germany building fire: reports

Police have arrested a 41-year-old resident of the building on suspicion of murder; he is reportedly a Romanian national

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:26 pm

Moolathara lynching accused remanded

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:24 pm

Sugarcane farmers end rasta roko, launch march to Hubballi seeking justice

They announce that they are stopping the road blockade in public interest

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:22 pm

FRA title holders await clarity on an additional 50 days of work under new rural jobs law

No notification yet on whether Forest Rights Act beneficiaries will continue to receive additional employment entitlement provided under MGNREGA

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:21 pm

50,000 crore sanctioned for infrastructure development in Andhra Pradesh: Narayana

Municipal Administration Minister says all projects stalled by previous government have been resumed; underground drainage works worth 800 crore in Nellore to be completed by June 12, 2027, with tap connections to every household and Sangam Barrage water supply by year-end

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:21 pm

Security guard falls to death

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 8:18 pm

Klingson Marak in Japan for blind football at Asian Para Games 2026

Shillong, Oct 14: Klingson D Marak has been selected in the Indian blind football team that will participate in the 5th Asian Para Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. India will play South Korea on October 16, followed by Japan (October 17), Thailand (October 19), Iran (October 20) and China (October 21). The Meghalaya Blind Football [] The post Klingson Marak in Japan for blind football at Asian Para Games 2026 first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 14 Oct 2026 8:17 pm