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Dont drag national flag into politics: Ponnam Prabhakar counters Kishan Reddy

Mr. Prabhakar said the movements against the Nizams rule at the time were led by the Congress and Communist parties, and pointed out that the BJP did not exist then.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:58 pm

Centre in SC reduces NEET-SS qualifying percentile to 30%; TN to get 40 vacant seats back

Centre reduces NEET-SS qualifying percentile from 50% to 30% for special stray vacancy round; 40 vacant in-service seats to be returned to Tamil Nadu

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:56 pm

Tamil Nadu Minister Vanni Arasu counters Premallatha Vijayakants remarks on VCK-TVK alliance

Premallatha had said the VCK had joined the TVK alliance because it wanted a ministerial post

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:56 pm

Supreme Court expresses shock over deaths in relief camps in Manipur, asks Chief Secretary to respond

The Bench asked the Manipur State Legal Services Authority to see that the FIRs are investigated expeditiously and the safety of internally displaced persons staying in relief camps, besides their dignity, is ensured

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:55 pm

GpCC: New Operating Framework Enables Global Capability Centers to Extend Their Mandate into Global Payroll

GpCC: New Operating Framework Enables Global Capability Centers to Extend Their Mandate into Global Payroll

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:31 pm

Hexaware Recognized Among TIME's World's Best Companies 2026

Hexaware Recognized Among TIME's World's Best Companies 2026

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:31 pm

HUAWEI eKit Launches Intelligent Office Solution 2.0, Making Intelligent Office Accessible to All

HUAWEI eKit Launches Intelligent Office Solution 2.0, Making Intelligent Office Accessible to All

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:30 pm

Mirae Asset Capital Markets (India) Marks Strategic Expansion into GIFT City with Launch of Mirae Asset GIFT Sharekhan

New offering underscores the Groups commitment to enabling wealth creation and advancing participation in Indias growing international financial services ecosystem

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:25 pm

Naidu joins Yogi, Rajnath at Kashi Vishwanath to mark Modis birthday; 25 years in office

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu says India will be a developed nation in another 25 years under the Prime Minister

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:24 pm

21-year-old woman found dead in lodge at Doddaballapur, police suspect husband

The deceased had checked into the lodge in Bengaluru Rural district with her husband on September 15

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:23 pm

Vigilance seizes unaccounted 44,000 in raids at sub-registrar offices in Thiruvananthapuram

Inspections based on information that officials were accepting bribes through document writers for services

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:16 pm

14,829 government primary schools have fewer than 30 students, claims Anbumani

Citing government enrollment data, he said 6,635 schools had fewer than 20 students and 3,027 had fewer than 10 students

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:16 pm

ContiTech to Showcase API 17K Certified Hose Solutions for Natural Gas Transfer at Gastech 2026

Bangkok, Thailand Business Wire India

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:13 pm

Daredevil: Ajith Kumars first look from Adhik Ravichandrans film out; filming begins soon

Daredevil reunites Tamil star Ajith Kumar with director Adhik Ravichandran after the 2025 blockbuster Good Bad Ugly

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:11 pm

Arunachal CM denies using might for proposed mega dam on Siang River

Pema Khandu clarifies government position days after the Central Bureau of Investigation registers a case against anti-dam activist Bhanu Tatak for allegedly receiving foreign funds in violation of the FCRA

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:02 pm

I have never met or known Disha Salian, says Aaditya Thackeray

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray said, Let the official re-investigation proceed without malicious distractions and character assassination for political motives.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 2:01 pm

Australia cracks down on student and backpacker visas to curb migration

Under the new measures, a ballot system will be introduced for backpackers seeking to extend their working holiday visas

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 1:59 pm

Union Minister Suresh Gopi praises Keralam CM, UDF govt for support to his projects

Thrissur MP says the support extended to him now was not available during previous Left front government

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 1:50 pm

Stem cell therapy for autism only in approved clinical trials: Centre

Stem cell interventions that have not been approved for routine clinical use, including those offered for autism, should not be provided as routine, standard or commercial clinical services, the advisory said

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 1:23 pm

Sacrifice trailer: Fading star Chris Evans is taken hostage by Anya Taylor-Joyin adventure-comedy

The film premiered at TIFF last year with Netflix later acquiring its domestic rights in May

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 1:17 pm

Keralam power crisis: Electricity consumption soars in September

Consumption so far in September has averaged 93.6 mu, which is arguably unprecedented for Keralam which is accustomed to cooler weather and lower State-wide electricity usage during June-September southwest monsoon season

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 1:13 pm

Lets Write TVM is a community in Thiruvananthapuram that nurtures creative writing

Lets Write TVM, the community of writers, has brought out an anthology and a magazine since its formation in 2023

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 1:04 pm

Trump hopes Iran war nearing end as Houthi-Saudi fighting escalates

U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to meet Gulf leaders on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly on September 22

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:57 pm

Polypharmacy: why taking multiple medicines needs close monitoring

Polypharmacy can be necessary for people with multiple chronic conditions, but regular medication reviews can help ensure that each medicine remains appropriate and safe

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:53 pm

Semicon India 2026: Indias semiconductor ecosystem expanding, opening new opportunities, says Modi

Speaking at the inauguration of the SEMICON India 2026, Narendra Modi said that the semiconductor ecosystem is expanding rapidly, opening new opportunities for innovation, investment and growth

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:52 pm

Graham Staines murder case: Rejected convict Dara Singhs remission plea, Odisha tells Supreme Court

The Orissa High Court commuted his death sentence to life imprisonment in 2005, and it was upheld by the Supreme Court in 2011.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:52 pm

Deboning technology by ICAR-CIBA to popularise milkfish

M. Kailasam, Director, ICAR-CIBA, said the removal of fine intermuscular bones would make milkfish more acceptable to consumers and encourage wider consumption

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:52 pm

Leaders greet PM Modi on 76th birthday, hail his 25-year public life

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi also wished PM Modi a long and healthy life

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:48 pm

At just a gram and eight millimetres, Srikakulam researchers wind turbine enters International Book of Records

Maheswaram Bhanu Chandhar builds the silent turbine from copper sheets, a small DC motor and enamel paint, and sees a future for it in space and robotics

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:47 pm

Jaipur Rugs new Mumbai store is so big, customers expected a tennis court

The 20,000-square-foot space at Empire Mills combines carpets, art and craft, with Jaipur Rugs positioning it as a gallery as much as a store

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:34 pm

NAZA: Netanyahu moves to revoke citizenship of Venice-winning documentarys directors

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has backed legislation to strip citizenship from people who defame Israeli soldiers, escalating the governments campaign against NAZA directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:29 pm

CMRL-Exalogic pay-off case: Sasidharan Kartha too retracted statement to ED

CMRLs former Chief Financial Officer and Chief General Manager P. Suresh Kumar, along with current Chief General Manager, had similarly submitted retraction affidavits to ED in 2024

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:28 pm

Andhra leaders greet Modi at 76; Naidu in Varanasi to mark PMs 25 years in office

Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, Lokesh and Jagan Mohan Reddy wish the Prime Minister on X as the BJP opens its month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:25 pm

Why was the former President of Kosovo convicted by The Hague? Explained

Swiss politician Dick Marty authored a Council of Europe report, known as the Marty report, in 2010, which alleged that the KLA placed many Serbians in secret detention centres where they were subjected to inhuman and degrading treatment, before ultimately disappearing

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:23 pm

Why was the former President of Kosovo convicted by The Hague? Explained

Swiss politician Dick Marty authored a Council of Europe report, known as the Marty report, in 2010, which alleged that the KLA placed many Serbians in secret detention centres where they were subjected to inhuman and degrading treatment, before ultimately disappearing

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:23 pm

Phoolan: Richie Mehtas film gets standing ovation at TIFF world premiere

The biographical action-drama was showcased at the iconic Princess of Wales Theatre as part of Special Presentation section at the festival

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:15 pm

E.M. Sudarsana Nachiappan, former Union Minister and senior Congress leader, passes away at 79

Sudarsana Nachiappan had defeated P. Chidambaram in Sivaganga during the 1999 Lok Sabha elections

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:12 pm

Dengue spread neither unusual nor alarming this year: Tamil Nadu Directorate of Public Health

Every year, seasonal variations in dengue cases occur naturally during the monsoon due to changes in climatic conditions, the DPH said

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:12 pm

Dengue spread neither unusual nor alarming this year: Tamil Nadu Directorate of Public Health

Every year, seasonal variations in dengue cases occur naturally during the monsoon due to changes in climatic conditions, the DPH said

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:12 pm

Supreme Court agrees to give precedence hearing to plea against Delhi SIR

Advocate Prashant Bhushan said the electoral authorities have not disclosed, though the rules require, the names of the people to whom they are disclosing notices.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:11 pm

Supreme Court agrees to give precedence hearing to plea against Delhi SIR

Advocate Prashant Bhushan said the electoral authorities have not disclosed, though the rules require, the names of the people to whom they are disclosing notices.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:11 pm

ED widens scrutiny of possible irregularities in IBC proceedings | Explained

Enacted in 2016, the Code provides a time-bound framework for resolving insolvency and maximising the value of a distressed companys assets

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:10 pm

ED widens scrutiny of possible irregularities in IBC proceedings | Explained

Enacted in 2016, the Code provides a time-bound framework for resolving insolvency and maximising the value of a distressed companys assets

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:10 pm

Architects of 9/11 were not hiding in caves, India tells UNSC in scathing attack at Pakistan

Indias Permanent Representative Harish Parvathaneni listed the names of al-Qaeda leaders who had planned and perpetrated the September 11, 2001, attacks and who were captured in Pakistani cities

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:09 pm

Architects of 9/11 were not hiding in caves, India tells UNSC in scathing attack at Pakistan

Indias Permanent Representative Harish Parvathaneni listed the names of al-Qaeda leaders who had planned and perpetrated the September 11, 2001, attacks and who were captured in Pakistani cities

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 12:09 pm

Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu to participate in Seva Sankalp Abhiyan in Varanasi

Seva Sankalp Abhiyan is planned in Varanasi to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modis 25 years in public service

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:56 am

Investor finalised to get Dhruva Natchathiram released before Oct. 31: Gautham Vasudev Menon tells Madras High Court

Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy extends the time limit for releasing the movie after directing Mr. Menon to submit records to prove payment of 10.57 crore to actor Vikram

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:55 am

Trump threatens EU over hostile Canada association plan

Canadian leader Mark Carney has been pursuing closer ties with the European Union as Canada gets drawn ever deeper into a trade war with the United States.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:55 am

YSRCP accuses A.P. government of reneging on welfare promises

TDP-led coalition government is misleading people by making new promises on welfare schemes ahead of the local body elections, alleges Gadikota Srikanth Reddy

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:54 am

R.J. Kalpana comes up with the English translation of the Divya Prabandham verses

R.J. Kalpanas 27-volume book takes Azhwars verses even to the non-Tamil speaking readers.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:51 am

Currency conundrum: On the BRICS New Delhi Declaration | The Hindu Editorial

Boosting local currency trade in BRICS is not a simple choice for India

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:50 am

Avnet and The University of Hong Kong Open EMUS Lab to Accelerate AI Innovation and Commercialization in Hong Kong

Avnet and The University of Hong Kong Open EMUS Lab to Accelerate AI Innovation and Commercialization in Hong Kong

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:31 am

Tianjin University Leads World's 1st ISO Standard for Single-Herb TCM Formula Granules

Tianjin University Leads World's 1st ISO Standard for Single-Herb TCM Formula Granules

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:31 am

Agentic AI is not a magic wand | Arundhati Bhattacharya, President and CEO at Salesforce, South Asia

Arundhati Bhattacharya, President & CEO at Salesforce, South Asia, discussed the factors that leaders need to consider, regardless of whether they are deploying human talent or AI agents in their workplaces

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:28 am

Column by Devdutt Pattanaik | India has many Krishnas

Must god represent just one idea? In medieval times, every region and its people had their own versions of the divine

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:28 am

Keesara SHO, SI caught in ACB case over 5 lakh bribe

According to the ACB, Mr. Reddy was caught around 11.25 p.m. on September 16 by its City Range-I unit while allegedly accepting 5 lakh from the complainant on Anjaneyulus instructions.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:28 am

Parliament Standing Committee didnt discuss MDR charges on UPI transactions, says Gaurav Gogoi

The Congress MP said that government representatives did not provide any specific or satisfactory answers on the need for the new UPI charges

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:24 am

Stock markets trade marginally higher after U.S. Fed rate hike; NSE IPO in focus

Foreign fund outflows and muted trend in Asian markets also capped the gains in the domestic equities during initial trading.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:21 am

'KCR Came From Bihar To Loot Telangana': Revanth Reddy's Remark Sparks Row

Referring to Telangana's former chief minister K Chandrashekar Rao, commonly known as KCR, and his family, Revanth Reddy said they had attempted to loot the wealth left behind from the Nizam era.

NDTV 17 Sep 2026 11:16 am

Bhuvan Bam interview: Nobody wants to cast a YouTuber

Actor and YouTuber Bhuvan Bam speaks about his journey from YouTuber to actor, staying true to his massive fanbase, balancing creativity and strategy, and playing Rash Behari Bose in Prime Videos The Revolutionaries

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:10 am

Maharaja: Vijay Sethupathi-starrer to be remade in Hollywood

The film is reportedly going to go on floors next year with Matthew McConaughey in talks to play the lead

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 11:05 am

ED raids ex-Haryana Minister Gopal Kanda in PMLA case linked to real estate 'fraud'

The four projects under investigation involved the collection of 248.46 crore from 661 investors, without handing over possession or executing the promised sale deeds till date, an ED official said.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:58 am

Influenza, leptospirosis emerge as major killers this season in Keralam

As on September 15, the State has reported 10,244 cases of influenza and 109 deaths due to the infection. Confirmed leptospirosis deaths touch 100, apart from 78 probable deaths

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:57 am

Exercise restraint: Mirwaiz on reported drone attack near Mecca

He said all sides must exercise restraint and urgently return to dialogue and diplomacy, as the region was already reeling under prolonged conflict

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:56 am

AI doomsday debate: What are AI researchers and critics afraid of?

Critics fall into two camps. One warns that future, more capable AI systems could go rogue and act against human interests. The other flags harm already caused by AI systems deployed today, regardless of whether AI ever escapes human control at all

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:52 am

After 17 Years, Grand Spiritual Renewal At Madurai's Meenakshi Temple

Madurai was also given a local holiday for the occasion, as the city effectively transformed itself into one vast viewing area around the temple

NDTV 17 Sep 2026 10:51 am

In Hyderabads Karkhana, a neem tree stands in the way of change, and devotees dont want translocation

A decades-old neem tree at Karkhana has become the unlikely centre of a tussle between devotees opposing its translocation and authorities seeking to ease traffic for upcoming infrastructure project.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:40 am

Global powers that themselves violate international law sit in Security Council: Guterres

We have geopolitical divides, and in these geopolitical divides, we have powers that themselves violate international law and sit in the Security Council; that has been paralysing the Security Council, as we know, said Antnio Guterres

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:40 am

Dinto Solar and JJ Energy Form Exclusive HJT Module Partnership for Thailand's Solar Market

Dinto Solar and JJ Energy Form Exclusive HJT Module Partnership for Thailand's Solar Market

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:31 am

NeoGreens Unveils 'Daily Greens': World's First Microgreens Blend Redefining Daily Nutrition

NeoGreens Unveils 'Daily Greens': World's First Microgreens Blend Redefining Daily Nutrition

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:30 am

Global Beverage Brand 'MALAYALI' Achieves Rare 100% Award-Winning Portfolio Recognition

Global Beverage Brand 'MALAYALI' Achieves Rare 100% Award-Winning Portfolio Recognition

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:30 am

North Karnataka associations seek second capital, international airport

The Federation of North Karnataka Associations has urged the State Government to designate a city in the region as the second capital of Karnataka, and also establish an international airport

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:23 am

What King Charles said in response to Charles Spencers claims about Princess Diana in his memoir

A Buckingham Palace spokesperson responded to Charles Spencers allegations saying that grief could affect reason, judgement and memory

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 10:20 am

BIS Standard Club Students Organize Awareness, Outreach Activities on E-Waste Management under Swachhata Abhiyan

Jammu: As part of the forthcoming Swachhata Abhiyan, wherein E-Waste Management has been identified as the theme, the BIS Standard Club of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sunjwan, Jammu, organized a Poster Making and Slogan Writing Competition on 16 September 2026 under the mentorship of Dr. Ajay Kumar, Mentor, BIS Standard Club. The activity was organized in coordination with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Jammu & Kashmir Branch Office (JKBO), with the objective of creating awareness among students about the importance of e-waste management, segregation, recycling, safe collection and responsible disposal of electronic waste. As part of the outreach activity, students also participated in a cleanliness drive within the school premises, contributing towards maintaining a clean and hygienic environment. The initiative aimed to reinforce the importance of cleanliness and responsible waste management practices in day-to-day life. A total of 40 students participated enthusiastically in the activities and showcased their creativity and awareness through posters and slogans highlighting the need for proper management of e-waste. Through the cleanliness drive, the students also demonstrated their commitment towards maintaining clean surroundings and adopting environmentally responsible practices. The activity highlighted the importance of segregation of e-waste at source, safe collection, responsible disposal, recycling and environmentally sound management of electronic waste. Students were encouraged to spread awareness among their families and communities and to adopt responsible practices for handling electronic waste. The initiative reflects the role of BIS Standard Clubs in promoting awareness about standards, quality, safety and environmentally sustainable practices among students, while encouraging them to become responsible citizens and ambassadors of quality and cleanliness.

RisingKashmir 17 Sep 2026 10:11 am

Uttar Pradesh deliberate on accelerating SDG targets focused on health, nutrition and education

Experts share innovations, experiences at the Empowering Futures programme in Lucknow

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 9:42 am

The Maharashtra Impact and Innovation Hub: Complementing Government of Maharashtra's Health for All Mission

The Maharashtra Impact and Innovation Hub: Complementing Government of Maharashtra's Health for All Mission

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 9:30 am

Two Terrorists Killed In Udhampur Encounter, Search Operation Continues

Udhampur, Sep 17 : Two terrorists have been killed in an encounter with security forces in Maljata area of Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Thursday. Officials told GNS that arms and ammunition have been recovered from the possession of the slain terrorists, whose identity is yet to be ascertained. Search operation by joint team of police and armys Para (Special Forces) is still underway in the area to rule out presence of any more terrorists, they said. The encounter broke out after gunshots were heard in Maljata area late Wednesday evening. Following the incident, security forces cordoned off the area and launched a massive search operation based on specific input about the presence of terrorists. Additional reinforcements have been rushed to the area and combing operation has been intensified, officials said, adding further details are awaited.(GNS)

RisingKashmir 17 Sep 2026 9:29 am

Why are moths attracted to bright lights?

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 9:22 am

Love in the time of algorithms: Chasing Rahul, a Bengaluru-based rom-com, highlights the challenges of modern dating

Munavar Zama, the film's director, shares his passion for 90s romantic comedies, discusses the challenges of contemporary dating, and explains why Bengaluru plays a vibrant role, akin to the main characters, in Chasing Rahul, which will premiere in the city on September 18.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 9:22 am

Outcry by aspirants over low-number of advertised teacher posts in U.P.

After eight years, the mere 12,000-odd posts will not work; the government should issue a joint advertisement for 60 thousand posts, including both urban and rural areas, said an aspirant based in Prayagraj

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 9:22 am

Tight-rope walk with a coveted resource

The soft-spoken Nitish Kumar with a ready smile is currently back in business again, and hopefully this time, it wont be just another cameo appearance

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 9:19 am

Encounter breaks out amid anti-terror operation in J&K's Udhampur

The security forces retaliated, triggering an encounter that was underway when the last reports were received, the officials said, adding that reinforcements were rushed to the area to neutralize the terrorists.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 9:18 am

Tamil Nadu | How the Museum of Chettinad keepsa communitys memoryalive

Housed in an ancestral home in Kanadukathan, the museum looks to connect the Chettiar communitys traditions, global journeys,craft and future generations

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 8:42 am

Weapons in orbit are forcing old space laws into new struggles for power

The U.S. and other major space powers have long developed counter-space capabilities; but why has this sparked a debate now?

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 8:36 am

Zhou Jianjun from Huawei: Building a Grid-Interactive AIDC Solution to Maximize Tokens Per Watt

Zhou Jianjun from Huawei: Building a Grid-Interactive AIDC Solution to Maximize Tokens Per Watt

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 8:30 am

Manoj Jarange calls off 20-day-old fast, gives three months ultimatum to government

Manoj Jarange announced talks with a government delegation which included Ministers Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, Dada Bhuse, MLC Prasad Lad and MLA Suresh Dhas and senior officials, at Patoda in Beed district.

The Hindu 17 Sep 2026 8:25 am