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Morikawa ends title drought as Bhatia finishes tied sixth

After six players shared the lead at various stages in a dramatic final round, Collin Morikawa seized control with back-to-back birdies, including a decisive 4-iron from 235 yards on the par-5 18th

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 3:24 am

Unemployment in India rises slightly to 5% in January: Government survey

The UR (unemployment rate) or joblessness recorded a marginal increase in January in both rural and urban areas, showed the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS)

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 3:09 am

M.P. Assemblys Budget Session begins with uproar over Indore deaths during Governors address

The days proceedings commenced with the singing of six stanzas of the national song Vande Matram in accordance with the Union Ministry of Home Affairs January 28 directive

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 2:45 am

Advance of AI creating a governance responsibility

Ajay Kumar Sood noted that more evidence is needed to understand how these tools impact a childs development, mental health and education over time

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 2:10 am

Indias federalism is in need of a structural reset

There is a need for balanced federalism in the form of autonomous States, an efficient Union, and accountable governance

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:39 am

Only Stalin can consolidate INDIA bloc to help Rahul become PM: Mani Shankar Aiyar

The Congress leader quotes Dr. Ambedkar to explain his estrangement from the Congress. I am not a part of the whole; I am a part apart, he says. He criticises Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor, K.C. Venugopal and Pawan Khera.

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:34 am

Cities of debt: On the Urban Challenge Fund

ULBs need more administrative capacity before they can tap the market

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:30 am

Transatlantic strains: On Europe and the U.S.

Europe should engage with the wider world to reduce dependence on the U.S.

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:29 am

Transitioning to green steel

The technology exists, the green premium is manageable, and there is market readiness

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:27 am

Inclusive politics in an age of division

Voting is not only about endorsing ideas; it is also about ensuring representation

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:18 am

Greater Chennai Corporation unveils first Climate Budget, plans outlay of 7,200 crore

According to the report, the civic body has earmarked 3,190.61 crore towards capital expenditure for FY 2025-26; out of this amount, 1,341.2 crore has been identified as climate-relevant spending

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:17 am

With Indus Water Treaty in abeyance, Jammu and Kashmir plans to harness river waters

The J&K government hasmade aproposal to enable year-round navigation on the Wular lake by maintaining a minimum depth of water, which was not possible because of the Indus Water Treaty

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:05 am

Dispute over admit cards resolved: Education Minister Ashish Sood

Announcement after AAP stir over denial of admit cards to studentsdue to appear for Class 10, 12 exams starting today citing non-payment of fee

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 12:52 am

BJP seeks apology from Priyank Kharge for projecting coastal belt in poor light with communal tag

The party takes strong exception to Mr. Kharge likening the RSS and BJP to a devil and its shadow

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 12:51 am

Man held on charge of sexual assault

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 12:50 am

Woman who lost son in accident pleads for justice on social media

23-year-old died after his bike was allegedly hit by a car driven by a minor in Delhis Dwarka on February 3

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 12:47 am

Delhi L-G, CM inaugurate multi-level parking facility in Nehru Place

Developed by the Delhi Development Authority under the Nehru Place redevelopment plan, it aims to streamline parking in the area that records an average daily footfall of over 1.3 lakh

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 12:43 am

Annamalai cross-examines DMK leader T.R. Baalu

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:55 pm

Former Puducherry CM challenges Amit Shah to give proof of corruption during Congress government

Supporting Mr. Narayanasamys demand, V. Vaithilingam said the Home Minister has levelled unsubstantiated charges to hide the misdeeds of the AINRC-BJP government in the Union Territory

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:52 pm

Security beefed up as courts in Uttar Pradesh receive bomb threat emails

The 18 districts which received the threats include Lucknow, Varanasi, Moradabad, Meerut, Ayodhya among others

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:47 pm

Farmers in Villupuram, Puducherry call for early steps to repair Sornavur anicut across Thenpennai River

The anicut is a vital structure from where the water is diverted to the Bangaru Vaickal bringing water to several irrigation tanks in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry including the major tank of Bahour

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:47 pm

Power shutdown in parts of Puducherry today

Power supply will also be affected between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. in some areas due to maintenance work in 22 KV Villianur Sedharapet interlinking feeder

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:46 pm

Rat-hole mine blast: 57 FIRs and 15,000 tonnes illegal coal seized in Meghalaya

Conrad K. Sangma presents enforcement figures in a statement in the 60-member Assembly

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:44 pm

India vs. Pakistan a rivalry only in reams of newsprint

Matches between the sides were gripping affairs but that seems to be a thing of the past; the former holds a perfect 8-0 record in ODI World Cups and an 8-1 advantage in the T20 showpiece; Sundays contest in Colombo showed the increasing gulf in terms of quality

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:40 pm

Nepal launches campaigns for first post-uprising polls

The ousted former Prime Minister's bid to return to power 73-year-old Marxist leader K.P. Sharma Oli - is being challenged on his home turf by a rapper-turned-mayor casting himself as a symbol of youth-driven political change, 35-year-old Balendra Shah

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:40 pm

SRIHER sets up centre of excellence for craniofacial care

The Centre offers advanced and holistic treatment for patients with cleft lip, cleft palate, and complex craniofacial conditions

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:37 pm

Oath taking ceremony of new MPs, Constitution Reform Commission and new Bangladesh government on February 17

Oath for Constitution Reform Commission surprises new MPs

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:36 pm

Congress veteran Aiyar comes down on partys State, national leadership

He says he will retract his prediction of a third term for CM Pinarayi Vijayan if the Congress endorses Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan as the UDFs Chief Minister candidate. Aiyar also paints a grim picture of UDFs electoral prospects

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:19 pm

Isnt checking infiltration your job, Assam party asks Amit Shah

The Barak Democratic Front has requested the Home Minister to publish a White Paper on the number of illegal infiltrators detected and expelled during the last 10 years of the BJP rule

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:10 pm

Pongala: elaborate arrangements by railways for devotees

The Pongala Mahotsavam of Attukal Bhagavathi Temple will be conducted on March 3

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:56 pm

BDA revamps e-auction communication with the help of citizen collective

BDAsproperty e-auction platform nowfeatures an interactive interfacewith a map view, filters,andasearchoption. Information has beenreorganised,making key details easy to find. The new interface is alsooptimisedfor mobile viewing

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:54 pm

Japan protests China comments on reviving 'militarism'

Japanese people should no longer allow themselves to be manipulated or deceived by those far-right forces, or by those who seek to revive militarism, says Beijing's top diplomat

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:54 pm

Better for Congress to remain in DMK-ledfront for its own sake, says CPI(M) State secretary

The Congress has raised the issue of power-sharing in Tamil Naduat an inappropriate time, says P.Shanmugam. The CPI(M) will not take part in a coalition government, as its policy is not to be part of a government led by another party, he says

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:41 pm

ISL: Ezzejjaris brace wins it for East Bengal

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:34 pm

Unorganised workers launch indefinite hunger strike urging T.N. govt. to pass resolution in Assembly against labour codes

The UWF urged the State government to safeguard existing sector-specific labour welfare legislations and ensure the continued functioning of welfare boards for unorganised workers

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:31 pm

Congress says U.S. trade deal mortgages farmer interests, energy security and digital autonomy

Congress leader and ex-Commerce Minister Anand Sharma claimed UPA govt. negotiated trade deals as sovereign equals, calls the interim trade agreement with the U.S. as a sell-out

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:31 pm

Over 8 lakh students to appear for Class 12 Board Exam in T.N.

School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi holds meeting with School Education Department authorities to check the preparations for the upcoming public exams

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:30 pm

Watch: AI Summit 2026: PM Modi inaugurates India AI Impact Expo

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 16, inaugurated the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital, underscoring Indias commitment to responsible and inclusive Artificial Intelligence.

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:27 pm

Senior citizens federation seeks formation of a commission

Some of the demands include an increase of old age pension from existing 1,200 to 5,000, an old age home in every district, and self-help groups for elderly persons

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:17 pm

Oath taking ceremony of new MPs, Constitution Reform Commission and new Bangladesh government on Tuesday

Oath for Constitution Reform Commission surprises newly elected MPs of Bangladesh

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:16 pm

Shortage of coal shutters brick kilns in Tripura

Tripura has approximately 300 brick kilns; the problem has worsened in the past two weeks

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:16 pm

State has eliminated extreme poverty: Pinarayi

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:13 pm

Womens day: panel announces awards

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:06 pm

851 cases booked against auto drivers in enforcement drive

Major violations detected during the drive included obstructive parking, charging excess fares, zebra crossing violations, jumping traffic signals and parking in undesignated zones

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:06 pm

Delhi court frames charges against Lalu, Rabri Devi in land-for-jobs scam case

The CBI has alleged that no advertisements or public notices were issued for the appointments and the appointees sold or gifted land parcels to Lalu Prasad, his family members and a private firm

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 10:04 pm

Space Pioneers Rakesh Sharma and Shubhanshu Shukla Join Forces for Climate Action

Mumbai Climate Week, an initiative of Project Mumbai supported by the Maharashtra Government, MMRDA and BMC, is structured around three pillars: food systems, energy transition, and urban resilience

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:51 pm

Full Cabinet and Ministers portfolio will be decided soon: Manipur Deputy CM

Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho says the rehabilitation of people displaced by the long violence in the State is a priority for the new government; on his colleague Nemcha Kipgen, a Kuki-Zo leader, not being able to travel to Imphal, he says, She is supporting us to reach out to the people; the State government plans to hold a Cabinet meeting in Senapati, a Naga area, and go there via Kangpokpi, a Kuki-Zo area

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:45 pm

CPIs M. Ganesh elected as Kothagudem Mayor

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:45 pm

Satheesan calls for revised affidavit on womens entry to Sabarimala

Mr. Satheesan said that the government should notify the court that its earlier pro-womens entry stance has shifted

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:42 pm

High drama, clashes and postponements mark municipal chairman elections across Telangana

Authorities postponed elections in 11 civic bodies due to disputes, protests, lack of quorum, and allegations of political interference

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:41 pm

Supreme Court to take a fresh look at pleas on ex post facto eco clearance regime

Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant schedules the case for hearing on February 25 and says the court will not tolerate any adjournments on that day

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:39 pm

Release Sonam Wangchuk, says farmer group in Maharashtras Miraj

Members of the Shetkari Sanghatana condemned the Union governments decision to keep the environmental activist behind bars

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:36 pm

Two held with 2.1 kg ganja in Thoothukudi

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:34 pm

UPSC given a weeks time to file affidavit on software for visually impaired candidates

The apex court had on December 3, 2025, directed the UPSC to incorporate a provision allowing eligible candidates to request a change of scribe till at least seven days before the test

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:33 pm

Elderly woman murdered near Mayiladuthurai

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:30 pm

BJP condemns Puttur MLA for using derogatory word against Chalavadi Narayana Swamy

Satish Kumpala, president, Dakshina Kannada unit of the BJP, says politicians of the coastal belt do not subscribe to a culture of using demeaning and derogatory words against anybody.

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:28 pm

SBI to offer home loans at 7.1% interest at CREDAI FAIRPRO 2026

SBI which is the exclusive banking partner for this edition of Fairpro is targeting leads to the tune of Rs.3000 crore for disbursement of loans for home buyers in Chennai

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 9:28 pm