Puducherry Drugs Control department warns against use of Almont-kid syrup
MGMGH super-speciality block replaces broken staff lift
Police launch investigation, as three Belagavi youths escape from cyber slavery in Cambodia
The youths escaped from Cambodia with help from the Belagavi Police, the CBI and the law enforcement authorities in Cambodia
MP says the construction of the flyover would prove to be a milestone for Mysuru, as it would help reduce road accidents, cut travel time, ease congestion, and ensure smoother entry and exit to the city. The NHAI Chief Secretary reportedly responded positively to the proposal
Pongal rush sees sharp fare hike by private omni buses in Tiruchi
Samathuva Pongal celebrated in all panchayats in Virudhunagar district
Govinda Rao takes charge as TUDA Vice-Chairman
The 2018 batch IAS officer also assumes full additional charge as Joint Collector of Tirupati district
Ambalappuzha Petta Thullal group alleges mistreatment by police at Sabarimala
According to a complaint lodged, Periyon Gopalakrishna Pillai, Ambalappuzha Petta Thullal groups leader, fell and sustained injuries after being pushed by the police near the holy 18 steps
Water level in Mettur dam stands at 97.32 feet
Congress leader courts controversy over alleged support to Rahul Mamkootathil
Sreenadevi Kunjamma, who represents the Pallickal division in the Pathanamthitta district panchayat, appeared live on her social media page, questioning some of the claims made by a woman who filed a rape case against the MLA
CPI (M) launches week-long campaign for Hosur Metro
Dog show to be held at Karavali Utsava ground on January 25
Prizes will be awarded by breed, age, and based on health, agility and growth
Devotees witness annual Mailara fair in Yadgir
The idol of the main deity was brought in a palanquin for a holy dip amid continuous chanting of Elu Koti Elu Kotige by devotees and then, taken back
Applications invited for State Film Awards
Coimbatore Corporation collects 85.43 tonnes of bulk household waste in four days
Aditya Sahu elected new president of Jharkhand BJP, seeks to protect tribal rights
Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram, the party's in-charge for the organisational elections of the state unit, officially announced Aditya Sahu's appointment
ISRO Chairman attributes NARLs success to visionary guidance by former Directors
During the half-hour meeting, Kappan is learnt to have requested the IUML leader to consider swapping the Elathur seat with Perambra.
Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 124.80 feet
18 films to screen at Karavali Film Festival from January 19 to 21
The film festival aims at promoting native films, screening six films daily with free entry on a first-come, first-served basis
After rally, Kuki-Zos stick to union territory demand
The apex civil body of the tribes also warned against resettling internally displaced persons belonging to the Meitei community close to the Kuki-Zo areas
NCP staying with NDA in 2029: Praful Patel breaks silence on speculation
Praful Patel speaks exclusively with The Hindu on the future of the NCP factions, why the party is firmly with the NDA till 2029, the impact of the 2026 Maharashtra elections, and what the Pune-Pimpri alliance really means.
Indian envoy dismisses Canada's allegations in 2023 on killing of Sikh separatist leader
Dinesh Patnaik also pointed out how the investigation into the Air India bombing (of June 1985) has still not yielded anything
Over 1,400 college students receive laptops in Salem
Delayed flowering cycle worries mango growers in Chittoor
Field officials of the Horticulture department attribute the adverse conditions to unseasonal rains in eastern side of the district, and prolonged winter conditions and erratic temperature fluctuations in the western mandals
SUV catches fire in Sholinghur
Before firefighters from Sholinghur doused the fire, the vehicle got completely gutted
State Cabinet leases land to K.M. Mani Foundation amid speculations of KC(M) leaving LDF
Earlier in the day, KC(M) chairperson Jose K. Mani had rejected speculations about the party leaving the LDF
Zubeen Garg's death: Singer was drunk, had declined life jacket, Coroners court told in Singapore
Zubeen Garg was severely intoxicated and several witnesses saw him trying to swim back to the yacht when he went limp and began floating with his face in the water
Congress election manifesto for Karimnagar Municipal Corporation released
The deadline for withdrawal of candidacy is January 20. Returning officers will publish the final list of candidates and allocate electoral symbols on January 21
Lokpal scraps corruption complaint against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey
ex-IPS officer Amitabh Thakur had in May last year filed a complaint against Mr. Dubey alleging acquisition of disproportionate assets by him
Emergency era mindset of Congress govt.: BJP
Chennai Corporation celebrates Samathuva Pongal
The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) celebrated 'Samathuva Pongal' across all 15 zones of the city
MLC urges government to expedite Jal Jeevan Mission works
The slow execution is denying thousands of rural households an assured drinking water connection, MLC Kishor Kumar Puttur says
Can adaptive testing break the coaching cartel? Rethinking JEE Advanced and the future of fair merit
Any high-stakes selection system creates a potential business for test preparation. But adaptive testing can avoid the trends of rote drilling and pattern memorisation and shift training toward conceptual understanding and critical thinking.
Watch: Are you dead? Chinese app for single living goes viral
Blast in Jharkhand's Hazaribag kills at least two; one injured
Reason behind explosion could not be immediately ascertained; forensic team has been rushed to the spot
Security arrangements in place for Pongal festival
Trump says anything less than having Greenland in U.S. hands unacceptable
Donald Trump reiterated his argument that the U.S. needs Greenland for the purpose of National Security
Water level in Mullaperiyar dam stands at 129.40 feet
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Nothings phone prices to go up due to rising memory costs, says CEO Carl Pei
With huge demand in AI data centers, the cost of memory modules is expected to go up by 5x by the year end for the top tier phones
Kumaragiri lake park inaugurated in Salem
Why global museums like LACMA are turning their attention to Indias art market
From Art Mumbai to major acquisitions, the Los Angeles County Museum of Arts India visit signals growing global interest in Indian and South Asian contemporary art
Markets, bus stands and railway stations in Erode witness heavy crowd ahead of Pongal
The rise and riseof GLP-1 medications, why lived experiences are important in the context of mental health and why the new US dietary guidelines should be taken with a pinch of salt panellists at The HinduLit for Lifes 2026 editionunpack some important health trends
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Girls in North India told to stay in kitchen, bear children: DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran
In Tamil Nadu, we tell women to study, said the DMK MP at an event in Chennai
After SC relief to others, another Delhi riots accused files bail plea in city court seeking parity
According to Delhi Police, Athar Khan allegedly participated in secret meetings, in which he said ime has come to burn Delhi; court listed bail application for hearing on January 19
Protest erupts against demolition drive at Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi
Officials said that the drive was carried out under a redevelopment plan of Manikarnika Ghat
The ED has arraigned the State of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, the States Director General of Police, the Kolkata Police Commissioner and the Deputy Commissioner of Police South Kolkata along with the CBI
Delhi blast near Red Fort: court extends NIA custody of five accused till January 16
The agency, in its remand paper, said that the accused persons are required to be confronted with other co-accused, suspects and witnesses on certain contradictory points
In Focus Podcast | Why India struggles with cadaver organ donation
In India, thousands await organ transplants despite a strong willingness to donate. In this episode of In Focus, Dr. Amalorpavanathan joins us to discuss systemic barriers and surprising gender dynamics in donations.
Avoid travelling to Iran: India issues fresh advisory
T.N. CM Stalin participates in Pongal celebrations at Secretariat
Kohli reclaims top spot in ODI rankings following brilliant half-century against New Zealand
At 37, this marks his return to number one position for the first time since July 2021
Chiranjeevis Telugu film becomes the first to move court against malicious ratings
Telugu film production houses take the legal route to tackle bot-led malicious ratings and reviews of their Sankranti films
UDF councillors halt railway compound wall work citing obstruction to Kannur road development
Railway authorities began building a compound wall by digging a trench, which civic representatives says would impede the road development works of the Kannur Corporation
Stock markets extend losses for 2nd day; Sensex drops 245 points
The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 244.98 points, or 0.29%, to settle at 83,382.71. During the day, it fell 442.49 points or 0.52% to 83,185.20
Hyderabad Hot Air Balloon festival tickets sell out in minutes; more to be released on January 14
Ticket for morning flight near Golconda Fort is priced at 2,000. The vertical rides at Parade Ground costs 15
How Loyola College bought the soul of Tamil Nadu with its Pongal festivities
Mann Manam, Loyola Colleges official Pongal Festival, featured activities, cultural performances and games that would pay tribute to the celebration of Pongal in the traditional times
Gauhar: Music to ones ears and eyes
Theatre personality Lillete Dubey talks about Gauhar, Mahesh Dattani adaptation of Vikram Sampaths book, My Name is Gauhar Jaan which will be staged in Bengaluru on January 17
Park Medi World Steps Up National Expansion, Targets 5,000+ Beds by FY28
Why Huli Banthu Huli still matters: The lost legacy of celluloid cinema
Though Huli Banthu Huli,directed by C Chandrashekar was shot in 1975, it remains relevant today and its unavailability underscores the fragile fate of celluloid films
Tamil Nadu Commissions Integrated Reservoir Management Centre for Chennai
SBI Life- Smart Platina Advantage is designed to seamlessly support financial needs across life stages with assured, long-term savings and protection
Studies link small improvements in physical activity with longevity, fewer deaths in population
The findings should not be taken as personalised advice or exercise recommendations for an individual, the researchers said
I-PAC raids: ED prays for adjournment, TMC seeks protection of data before Calcutta High Court
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees lawyer Kalyan Banerjee objected to the ED's plea for adjournment. The CM has been made a party by the central probe agency in its petition before the High Court.
Mural expert Saju Thuruthil restores three historic Fort Palace murals in Thiruvananthapuram
Mural expert and art researcher Saju Thuruthil restored three dilapidated mural paintings discovered at the historic Karuvelippura Malika in Thiruvananthapuram
Anaganaga Oka Raju movie review: Naveen Polishetty strikes again in an uneven yet fun ride
Naveen Polishetty and director Maari give a hilarious spin to a wafer-thin story. Though the gag-fest feels overdrawn and uneven, the lead actors make it watchable
Four die in accident near Tirthahalli in head-on collision while overtaking on curve in Karnataka
According to the police, the driver of the car overtook another vehicle on a curve without noticing an oncoming KSRTC bus, leading to the accident around 9.30 p.m.
Your questions about coronary angioplasty or bypass surgery, answered
It is important to remember is that heart treatments are not only beneficial but are also preventative. A patients chances of living a longer and better life are greatly increased when the appropriate intervention is chosen at the right time
The Hindu Lit For Life| A dramatised reading of Nirmala Lakshmans The Tamils, takes the stage
Edited and directed by Prasanna Ramaswamy, a dramatised reading The Tamils by Nirmala Lakshman, Chairperson, The Hindu Group, will delve into the expansive history and stories of a community
NEET PG-2025 cutoffs lowered after two rounds of counselling
Official sources said the revision aims to ensure optimal utilisation of available seats, which are vital for expanding Indias pool of trained medical specialists
Teacher working as BLO ends life in school in Shikaripur in Karnataka
His wife stated that her husband had complained of work pressure and expressed a wish to give up the job
Mercedes-Benz India to focus on value over volume, sees 3% de-growth in 2025 sales at 19,007 units
To introduce 12 new cars in 2026, unveils special editions of EQS SUV starting 1.34 crore and Mercedes-Maybach GLS starting 4.10 crore.
The Hindu Lit for Life to host five workshops
They will cover a range of topics, from fitness to wealth management
Scientists urged to rethink smoking gun signals in topological physics
When scientists study materials at small scales, things can get messy in ways they may not anticipate; these materials can produce signals that look like the exotic phenomena scientists are searching for but are actually caused by ordinary effects; the authors of a new review have called this the smoking gun problem
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday hit out at National Security Advisor Ajit Doval over his call for Indias youth to avenge history, saying the NSA was not good at history.
Watch: India prepares for 5 Assembly elections in 2026. What can we expect?
Four States - Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam and West Bengal - and one Union Territory - Puducherry - will go to the polls this year. What impact could the Special Intensive Revision have on Tamil Nadu and West Bengal? Can the BJP make further inroads in Kerala? Is fatigue beginning to show in Assam?
Nurses with Nipah infection shifted to Kolkata hospital, condition remains critical
One was brought to the hospital on Tuesday (January 13, 2026) night, while the other, a house staff member, was shifted from Burdwan Medical College and Hospital early Wednesday (January 14, 2026), a health department official said
IOC, BPCL arm announce oil discoveries in Abu Dhabi onshore block
MTC offers retro rides to commuters in Chennai with its vintage bus fleet
The MTC has readied five vintage roadies, which have been upgraded with present-day technological features, for its city tour services, called Chennai Ula, for a standard fare of 50
Security forces intensify search operation in J&Ks Kathua
Several gunshots were heard when the security forces launched the operation in the Najote forest area in Billawar tehsil based on information about the presence of a terrorist there
Adhikari warns Mamata of legal action over coal scam allegation
By her conduct, the Chief Minister has made it clear that her imaginary allegations pertaining to me being involved in a coal scam were a product of her insalubrious mindset
Disaster losses drop in 2025, picture still 'alarming': Munich Re
Around 17,200 lives were lost in natural disasters worldwide, significantly higher than about 11,000 in 2024, but below the 10-year average of of 17,800, the reinsurance firm said
