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BJD nominates Manas Mangaraj as its new leader in Rajya Sabha

The appointment follows the resignation of Sasmit Patra, who stepped down from the post recently

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:59 am

Parched again: On Bengalurus drinking water woes

Bengaluru is treating water supply as infinitely expandable

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:52 am

A long-awaited respite for Bastar village as it gets tap water

Narayanpur Collector Namrata Jain said that a water supply system had been set up in the village under the Jal Jeevan Mission

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:47 am

T.N. election 2026: Vaniyambadi constituency residents complain about delay in construction of ROB, illegal sand mining on Palar riverbed

They said that indiscriminate sand mining has affected the depth of the riverbed and recharge of groundwater

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:42 am

Supreme Court expresses shock at the impunity of Chambal sand miners

The Bench further suggested that a GPS system could be installed in heavy earth-moving machines in the area to keep a track of their movement

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:22 am

Tamil Nadu election 2026: If BJP were playing petty politics, State would not have got first PM Mitra Park, says Piyush Goyal

Union Minister accuses Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and his ilk of promoting a false narrative on the issue

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:21 am

Onus on Supreme Court to protect faith in democracy

In West Bengal, during the SIR of electoral rolls, ECI devised hurdles that many found impossible to cross and created a situation that risks making people apathetic towards the process.

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:20 am

Inventory of jewels in inner chamber of Jagannath Temple in Puri begins after 48 years

Team of goldsmiths, RBI representatives, priests carrying out exercise on orders of the Orissa HC after concerns were raised over safety of jewels

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:17 am

Punjab Assembly passes Bill with strict provisions against acts of sacrilege

Draft law to ensure swift probe, make offences non-bailable, impose punishmentup to life term in prison and fine up to 25 lakh, says CM; SGPC calls for effective implementation of legislation

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:14 am

T.N. Assembly election 2026: Slow progress of infrastructure work, unemployment frustrate voters of Mayiladuthurai constituency

Be it the 83.03-crore underground sewerage project, the 29.01-crore Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Bus Stand of the Sarangapani flyover, poor planning and execution remain the common factors; the government hospital in the district headquarters lacks basic facilities

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:13 am

DMK-Congress alliance: A flawed beginning and lack of cohesion

After tense seat-sharing talks with the DMK, Congress is lethargic in campaigning for T.N. polls

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 1:01 am

Residents associations flag ground-level problems in city as poll battle intensifies

They want the govt. to hold regular meetings to resolve issues such as poor waste management, faulty road re-laying methods, traffic violations, lack of public safety and coordination among civic authorities. They demand improved underground sewerage system and protection of waterbodies

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 12:53 am

T.N. Assembly election: Jayalalithaa would have opposed delimitation if she were alive, says Stalin

The Chief Minister reasons she would have taken firm action and opposed issues that deprive T.N. of its rights, as when she opposed GST and NEET. He criticises the present day AIADMK, which is the main Opposition party, for not raising its voice on such issues

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 12:52 am

Three-day parole for Savukku Shankar to attend mothers funeral

The parole was sanctioned after a petition was submitted by Mr. Shankars counsel on April 13, 2026, stating that the detenus mother had passed away on Monday

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 12:26 am

Elephant driven away from Doddabetta Peak

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 12:22 am

ED arrests I-PAC director in West Bengal coal 'scam' case

An official said Chandel was taken into custody under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in Delhi late evening

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 12:22 am

Viktor Orbn defeated: What does this mean for Hungary?

Hungary has voted out Prime Minister Viktor Orbn after 16 years in power. In a closely watched election, pro-European challenger Pter Magyar secured a decisive win, campaigning on corruption, public services and governance. What does this electoral outcome mean for Hungary?

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 12:11 am

60th Graduation Day of Lady Doak College held

The Hindu 14 Apr 2026 12:10 am

Casting of postal ballots for senior citizens, differently abled begins in Madurai district

In the 10 Assembly constituencies, a total of 2,405 senior citizens and 1,219 voters with disabilities have submitted their applications to cast their votes

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 11:48 pm

Trump deletes Jesus post of himself after outcry

Asked about the post, Mr. Trump denied that he was trying to look like Jesus Christ

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 11:45 pm

RTC employees to on strike from April 22

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 11:31 pm

Israeli fire kills three in Gaza following new ceasefire talks

Medics said the strike had hit a group of men outside a school in Deir al-Balah in the central Gaza Strip. There was no immediate comment by the Israeli military

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 11:30 pm

University faculty recruitment in A.P. to begin soon

The government has indicated that recruitment may commence in the third week of May, says Andhra University Vice-Chancellor G.P. Raja Sekhar

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 11:24 pm

Engineering student dies in explosive device blast during trek near Chennai

Police said the incident occurred around when a group of six students climbed a hill located near Anumanthapuram firing range without permission

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 11:21 pm

Living without power or phones: Life inside Andhras Kurma Gramam

Tucked away in the hills of Anthakapalli, Kurma Gramam is a rare Vedic village where life unfolds without electricity, mobile phones or modern technology. Home to 17 families, the community follows a disciplined routine rooted in agriculture, spirituality and simplicity, offering a glimpse into a way of life untouched by the rush of the modern world.

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 11:20 pm

Sainik School Korukonda hosts hockey tournament

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 11:17 pm

Resign as PM if you want to be BJPs face in West Bengal, CM Mamata tells Modi

At a public meeting in Siliguri, the Prime Minister had said all BJP candidates contesting the Assembly election were Modi; it was a counter to the Chief Ministers remark that she was the candidate on all 294 seats

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 11:16 pm

T.N. Assembly elections: DMK is using data obtained during Oraniyil Tamil Nadu to canvass votes, says Palaniswami

He also accuses Chief Minister M.K. Stalin of curtailing press freedom and targeting critics

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 11:00 pm

Russia offers to take in Iran's enriched uranium

Failed talks between Iran and the United States over the weekend dashed hopes of a swift deal to permanently end the war that has killed thousands and thrown the global economy into turmoil since it began in late February

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:59 pm

T.N. Assembly elections: Reach out to voters at grassroots level, Modi tells BJP cadre

Workers should also speak to beneficiaries of government schemes and record their experiences to build trust among voters, he says

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:58 pm

Will Panneerselvam turn over a new leaf under the Rising Sun in Bodinayakkanur?

While his supporters are at pains to highlight the circumstances that compelled him to switch to theDMK from the AIADMK, the ruling party workers are yet to embrace him in a big way. He is also facing criticism in his native Theni district for not bringing in big infrastructure projects

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:57 pm

Iran executed at least 1,639 in 2025, more hangings feared: NGOs

The number of executions represented an increase of 6% on the 975 people Iran put to death in 2024, and also included 48 women, Norway-based Iran Human Rights (IHR) and Paris-based Together Against the Death Penalty (ECPM) said in their joint annual report

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:48 pm

Supreme Court notice to Centre, EC on plea to bring in iris, biometric verification of voters at polling booths

A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant considers the financial implications of implementing such a mechanism, but says it will consider the plea before the next General Election

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:44 pm

If BJP were playing petty politics, Tamil Nadu would not have got first PM Mitra Park, says Piyush Goyal

The first such park was sanctioned in Tamil NadusVirudhunagar, and not in any State ruled by theBJPorNDA, says Union Minister for Commerce and Industry

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:44 pm

As blockade begins, 2 tankers arrive to pump in Iran crude

Felicity, a very large crude carrier, reached Sikka on Sunday night with 2 million barrels of oil;while Jaya, another tanker, reached Paradip with another 2 million barrels loaded at Kharg Island

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:39 pm

Bulge on dividers near metro pillars on ORR raise safety concerns

At several stretches along the ORR where metro construction is under way, the central divider appears to bulge outward around pillar bases, narrowing the usable carriageway

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:35 pm

Workers protest over wage hike leads to unrest, violent face-off in Noida

U.P. forms high-level committee to resolve industrial discord; U.P. CM Yogi Adityanath appeals to workers to be wary of those attempting to spread industrial unrest; trade unions see link between protests and the implementation of the governments four Labour Codes

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:23 pm

The final note: Asha Bhosle laid to rest

India bid an emotional farewell to legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle as she was laid to rest in Mumbai. Thousands lined the streets during her final journey, while political leaders and members of the film and music fraternity paid tribute to a voice that shaped Indian music for nearly eight decades.

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:23 pm

Kerala dental students death sparks outrage, caste bias allegations surface

The death of firstyear dental student R.L. Nithin Raj in Kerala has sparked widespread outrage, with his family alleging castebased discrimination at his college in Kannur. While police investigate the circumstances of his death, claims of harassment and an alleged audio message have intensified calls for an independent inquiry.

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:22 pm

Ensure hostels are fully equipped before schools reopen, Naidu directs officials

Chief Minister reviews the performance of various departments; instructs that crimes against women must be dealt with strictly and without delay; proposes pilot projects to deliver healthcare services through drones in agency areas to improve accessibility

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:21 pm

Consultation on mental health and technology

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:17 pm

Dolorblind to showcase latest EP No Signal at Bengaluru event

Music producer and visual artist Dolorblind concludes his India tour in Bengaluru this week

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:06 pm

India to see below normal monsoon, says India Meteorological Department

El Nino conditions are likely after June, the IMD said. Historically, six out of 10 El Nino years have been linked to depressed rainfall over India.

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:04 pm

RPF constable rescues passenger at Chengalpattu station

The passenger slipped while trying to get onto the moving train and was dragged along the platform, officials said

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 10:03 pm

State Census offices told to monitor online narratives

Officials and field staff should look into adverse comments about the ongoing exercise and counter false information, Census Commissioner tells State Directorates; first phase under way in eight States and Union Territories

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 9:58 pm

Most parts of T.N. likely to experience below normal rainfall during SW monsoon: IMD

Officials of the Regional Meteorological Centre said though the State falls in the rain shadow region, the SW monsoon contributes to an average of 33 cm rainfall

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 9:56 pm

LIC board okays 1:1 bonus share issue

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 9:55 pm

Police will extend all help to surrendered naxalites, says DGP

The Director General of Police interacted with Maoists who gave up arms and appreciated the surrendered extremists for leading a peaceful life

The Hindu 13 Apr 2026 9:52 pm