Bengal polls: TMC seeks removal of Bhabanipur RO, alleges proximity with BJP's Suvendu
According to the complaint, the RO had earlier served as block development officer in Nandigram-II, where his proximity to Mr. Adhikari was allegedly visible in public engagements
Cultures converge as Andhra University marks its centenary
The celebrations have become a platform for international students to showcase their cultures, traditions, languages, and cuisines. The festivities highlight the universitys long-standing international relations, reaffirming its role as a hub where local heritage meets global exchange. In the lead-up to its Foundation Day on April 26, 2026, the university has been organising a series of programmes to celebrate its academic and cultural heritage.
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HC permits private colleges to collect fees from students under fee reimbursement scheme
Describing the order as an interim measure, the judge made it clear that the private colleges should refund the tuition fees to the respective students if the writ petitions filed by them were dismissed during the final adjudication.
WHO warns about attacks on Iran health facilities, regional threat
The WHO cited 116 verified attacks on healthcare in the countries concerned and reported that he escalating crisis is sharply increasing the risk of communicable disease outbreaks
Up to 75 women expected to benefit from Bank of America settlement in Epstein sex abuse, say lawyers
Lawyers for women abused by Epstein had sued the bank, saying it ignored suspicious financial transactions involving Epstein that occurred while he was abusing girls and women from June 2008 to his arrest in early July 2019 on federal sex trafficking charges.
Iran-Israel war LIVE: Iran hunts crew member of crashed U.S. jet after one reported rescued
President Donald Trump has been briefed about the downing of a U.S. warplane in Iran that has triggered a major search and rescue operation for the crew, the White House said on March 3
K. Annamalals roadshow energises NDA campaign in Kannur
The event drew enthusiastic crowds, reflecting heightened campaign momentum in the constituency
Congress MLA disqualified from Assembly hours after sentence; Congress slams hasty move
In a notification issued, the Assembly Secretariat disqualified Mr. Bhartis legislative membership and declared Datia constituency as vacant
On Kharats call list, DCM Eknath Shinde, Minister Shirsat, Uddhavs close aide Milind Narvekar
The maximum number of calls was between NCP leader Rupali Chakankar and Ashok Kharat. There were 177 calls between the duo. Ms Chakankars sister too spoke with Kharat 236 times
Bahrain postpones vote on UN resolution aimed at ending Iran's stranglehold on Strait of Hormuz
The diplomats, speaking on condition of anonymity because council consultations have been private, said the vote will now be held sometime next week
U.S.-Iran cease-fire talks have stalled, WSJ reports
Iran has officially told mediators that it is unwilling to meet U.S. officials in Islamabad in the coming days and considers U.S. demands unacceptable, says the report
14 dead as Russia launches new daytime attacks on Ukraine
Moscow has been firing aerial broadsides at Ukraine throughout its more than four-year invasion, mostly at night, but in recent weeks it has stepped up daytime attacks
Fire breaks out at ONGC Mumbai High platform, 10 injured
In a post on X, the company said the fire broke out at around 5:45 P.M. at the ONGC's Mumbai High oilfield platform. Emergency response measures were immediately activated, ensuring that the situation was contained without escalation
NSUI workers clash with police over RSS-linked event in Rajasthan University
The student wing of the Opposition Congress took exception to a programme being organised by Marudhara Nari Sashaktikaran Sangathan at the humanities auditorium on the university campus, saying it was meant to promote the RSS ideology on the pretext of deliberating on womens empowerment
POK will reintegrate into India soon: All India Imam Organisation chief Umer Ahmed Ilyasi
Standing in Kashmir, I want to convey to our neighbouring country that POK, an integral part of India, will witness ghar wapsi and rejoin India. People of POK want to have a referendum there after witnessing the current development pace in Kashmir, says Mr. Ilyasi
Pednekar Withdraws Proposal to Include Manache Shlok in BMC Schools After MIM Opposition
Uddhav Sena leader faces criticism after drawing a connection between the 17th-century text and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkars formative years
No right to choose particular school under RTE: Delhi High Court
Fadnavis demands SIR in Maharashtra, says problems with electoral rolls
We want SIR (Special Intensive Revision) in Maharashtra. There are problems with the electoral rolls, and we have even been raising them. But while the Opposition says there are problems, it opposes SIR, Fadnavis said
In poll-bound Assam, Adityanath stresses U.P. model of dealing with rioters
The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister says drew a parallel between rioters in his home State and infiltrators in Assam
Shiv Sena (UBT) open to alliance with MNS for Maharashtras benefit, says Sanjay Raut
There is no political ego in it, says the Rajya Sabha MP, as speculation grows about a reconciliation between Uddhav and Raj Thackeray
U.P. ATS arrests four members of terror network linked with Pakistani handlers
The Uttar Pradesh ATS received intelligence that a group was in constant contact with a Pakistani handler through various social media platforms and was doing anti-national activities, says official statement
Not a one-year thing, we are here to dominate: RCB's Jitesh Sharma on building a legacy
This is not a one-year thing. We are here to dominate. I want to prove that what happened last season was not a one-off, says Sharma
Spain is tolerant, not racist, says Real Madrid coach Arbeloa
Sections of the crowd at Spain's friendly against Egypt on April 7, sang whoever doesn't jump is Muslim during the game at Espanyol's RCDE Stadium in Cornella
Napoli and AC Milan face off as Italy licks its World Cup wounds
Leading Milan by six points with eight matches remaining in the season, Inter would ordinarily be confident of claiming a 21st league crown ahead of the visit of Champions League chasers Roma on April 5
Great Nicobar Project: Draft orelocateaffectedNicobaresefamiliescreates confusion
Absence of clarity on relocation sites, numbers, consent process raises concern among tribal communities.
Forum for Good Governance urges Telangana CM to prioritise Musi clean-up over construction projects
Ugandas cricket grannies bat away the loneliness
The so-called cricket grannies are bound together by a growing love of a game they initially knew nothing about but is now helping them manage age-related health conditions, stress and loneliness
Despite a structurally discriminatory federal fiscal architecture, it is a journey marked by unprecedented human development gains and economic growth
Coming from Manchester, there were no culture shocks for me in India: Ashley Westwood
The Englishman takes the reins at Kerala Blasters with the team floundering in the ISL. But he knows what it takes to succeed in India, thanks to his experience with Bengaluru FC. In this conversation, he discusses his managerial stints around the world, his formative years in the Manchester United Academy and what he picked up from Alex Fergusons methods
Iran may be losing the battles, but it might still win the war
The U.S. and Israel appear to be struggling strategically as Iran demonstrates resilience and retaliatory capacity
The IPLs Impact Player rule: a disruptor that needs disrupting?
The regulation came under scrutiny during a captains meeting ahead of the season, with most leaders not in favour of it. While it widens the opportunities for Indian players, it can arrest aspects of their development. And over the long term, it subtly alters the narrative towards favouring specialists and diminishes the all-rounder
Gas supply under control, PNG uptake growing: govt.
Control room launched to curb black marketing and hoarding, says govt.;registered LPG users get cylinders, unregistered ones face problems: official; police seize 75 cylinders in raids, arrest one
Bail conditions cant invade the privacy ofaccusedsfamily: DelhiHC
Curbs on entry of goods vehicles from Nov. 1: DelhiCMO
Fear of the foreign: On the FCRA amendments
The FCRA amendments are unfair in principle and procedure
CPCLs first retail outlet opens at Nemam in Tiruvallur district
Private hospitals should mandatorily report minor pregnancy cases under POCSO Act: Health Department
Doctors at Chennai hospital remove brain cyst with gastric characteristics
The Hindu EducationPlus Career Counselling fair to be heldin Chennai on April 11,12
Private bank locker custodian arrested for stealing over 1 crore worth of gold jewellery
Andhra man arrested for cheating visually impaired person at ATM
Bhupinder Hooda, AJL discharged in Panchkula land allotment case
The special court order follows a February 25 ruling by Punjab and Haryana High Court, which set aside a 2021 order that had framed charges against former Haryana Chief Minister and others in the case
Metro Rail and bridges in place, but R.K Nagar residents still wait for safe drinking water
YSRCP seeks suspension of police CI over remark against party leader
BJP office-bearer files nomination in Thanjavur, expelled
Guntur woman cracks civil judge exam
Teachers federation plans to stage protests on April 18
APTF urges thegovernment to constitute the 12th PRC with effect from July 2023, announce 30% interim relief and appoint a HM and a PET in every high school, irrespective of student strength
Anbumani flags rising crimes against children in State
Congress renominates 12 MLAs in its list of 27; Melur nominee yet to be decided
Palaniswami has no right to comment on my relationship withKalaignar, says Stalin
CMs family acting as power centres in ruling T.N., says EPS
A rapidly growing urban spread in Coimbatore needs focus on civic amenities
Tamil Nadu missed out on Central government schemes becauseDMKsawBJPas an enemy, says G.K. Vasan
This is an election for the safety of the people of Tamil Nadu, especially women. TheDMKdoes not want any development from the Centre because of vote bank politics. It should be a double-enginesarkar;the Central and State governments should work together, says theTMC(M) president
Candidates chess: No stoppingSindarov;Praggheld to a draw
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie movie review: All action, little imagination
Frenetic action, bright colours and competent voice work manage to rescue the animated adventure from plumbing the depths of tedium
Palanivel Thiaga Rajan kick-starts campaign in Madurai Central constituency
Campaign to heat up in Puducherry over next four days
Why offices are starting to look like boutique hotels
As employee experience gains importance, companies borrow hospitality design ideas to reshape the workplace
When an unknown 29-year-old took on K.Kamarajin 1962
Sixty-four years ago, P.Ramamoorthy, now 92, volunteered to fight against the then all-powerful Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu inSattur, though he had nothing personal against him. The election did not generate any surprise.Kamarajwon hands down
U.S. experts say American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes
aise serious concerns about violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law, including potential war crimes Over 100 international law experts in the U.S. say
New Commissioner of Police for Madurai City
Two Coimbatore Corporation contract workers die after falling into sewage tank during repair work
Dharapuram constituency hit by water shortage for irrigation, groundwater depletion
Pinarayi Vijayan slams T.K. Govindan, backs P.K. Shyamala in Taliparamba
Mr. Vijayan alleged that Mr. Govindan had shifted his political stance purely out of seat ambitions, terming his move as an act that goes beyond mere breach of trust
M.M. Mani predicts a resounding third consecutive term for the LDF in the Assembly with over 100 seats
Farmers daughter wins four golds and tops
HPCL donates ultrasound machine to Lady Goschen Hospital
IPL 2026 GT vs RR | Rathour terms Suryavanshi a very, very special player
Vikram Rathour underlined the importance of the current season in Suryavanshis development. Its going to be an important season for him, but his mind is in the right space. Hes working really hard.
MHA replaces most affected tag with other LWE categories
Red Corridor shrinks to just two districts in 2026, reflecting a shift in the severity of Left Wing Extremism across affected regions
Patented drug tariffs: India more or less shielded, says GTRI
U.S. President Trump signed an executive order, announcing the imposition of a 100% ad valorem duty on the import of certain patented pharmaceuticals and associated pharmaceutical ingredients
IPL 2026 GT vs RR | Onus on Titans top-order as it meets Royals in first home fixture
GTs bowling, quietly efficient in the defeat to Punjab Kings, now meets a different kind of volatility, led by Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal. RR began its campaign with a thumping eight-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings.
Former SATS chairman leads protest at Sunrisers Hyderabad office
The decision of senior leaders to step aside was voluntary and aimed at creating space for new candidates, says Varughese George
Election petitions must be decided on the basis of material on record: Supreme Court
The order was based on an appeal challenging a February 2025 Punjab and Haryana High Court order on elections to the post of sarpanch of gram panchayat Khalila Majra at Panipat
Chennai Poll Canvas: Thousand Lights | The hidden problems behind urban growth
Chennai Poll Canvas is an election special programme from The Hindu, offering a comprehensive constituency roundup from in and around Chennai for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.
Theorising a third term for LDF, one couplet at a time
CPI (M)s M.A. Baby says the alternative model led by the Left should not be disrupted; he says BJPs communal politics is the biggest challenge for Kerala and that the Congress is yet to understand the threat of communal fascism
On the flip side, Karur district is no different from Tiruppur, Erode,and Coimbatore when it comes to the degradation of environment due to industrialisation and urbanisation; drinking water scarcity has been constant complaint of the people against the successive governments
Woman goes missing during trekking in Kodagu
Two killed, two others injured as car rams into stationary lorry in Karimnagar
102 Assam candidates face criminal cases: ADR
Of these candidates, 11% have declared serious criminal cases in their affidavit
One of the missing twin sisters found dead in open well in Karimnagar
Congress is politically incompetent and ideologically bankrupt, says D. Raja
The Left Democratic Front government in Kerala has been successful on many fronts and will win a third consecutive term, says the CPI general secretary; accusing the Congress of resorting to slanderous campaigns and allegations, he says it must criticise the government on the basis of issues
TRS name open for use, says Kavitha as she plans her new party launch
GBA, five corporations unveil logos
When Election Commissions transfer of officers changed electioneering in Madurai
Watch: G.K. Vasan: Tamil Nadu missed central schemes as DMK treated BJP as enemy
GK Vasan, president of the Tamil Maanila Congress (Moopanar), speaks about the upcoming Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu. He talks about his partys alliance with the BJP, why the country has rejected the Congress party and that the priority of the State should be safety, especially for women.
