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J&K govt. blacklists Reliance General Insurance Company Limited for 2 years

According to the government, theinsurance company failed to issue health insurance cards,provide the list of empanelled hospital, web-based application platform and also failed to finalize performance parameters and penalty framework forming part of the contractual obligations

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:57 pm

EC asks NIA to ensure bombs not used to disrupt Bengal polls on April 29

The directive comes after recovery of crude bombs in the poll-bound State and reports of a minor blast

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:40 pm

CITU petitions ILO over suppression of workers rights by Centre and Uttar Pradesh governments

Government of India and the Uttar Pradesh Government are in violation of fundamental ILO principles

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:23 pm

CBI Joint Director, former ACP get three months jail in 26-year-old case related to assault on IRS official

The complaint suggested that the raid was motivated by personal vendetta rather than legitimate investigative grounds and alleged that the officers assaulted his gatekeeper, confined family members to a room, and forcibly dragged him out of his bedroom, causing injuries

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:22 pm

ED provisionally attaches 1,113-crore assets in Raheja Developers case

The ED is conducting an investigation against Raheja Developers Ltd., its director Navin M. Raheja, and other associated persons

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:19 pm

Baby boy found in Ammathottil in Keralas Thiruvananthapuram

The boy was received in the electronic cradle set up by the Kerala State Council for Child Welfare for safely receiving abandoned newborns

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:13 pm

SC/ST communities in Karnataka continue to face land-related issues, finds study

Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Karnataka continue to suffer in land-related issues, despite legislations being in place, a study has said

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:10 pm

Internal quota: Karnataka govt. notifies new ratio

While the Karnataka government has notified the new ratio slicing up 15% reservation among the 101 Scheduled Castes in the State, doubts have been expressed over how the roster points system and introduction of Scheduled Castes General would practically work out

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:09 pm

PDP protests over Urdu, says dropping language as eligibility an attack on Kashmirs identity

A Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) verdict stayed the operation of provisions of the J&K Revenue (Subordinate) Service Recruitment Rules of 2009, which made knowledge of Urdu as the minimum qualification, in the Revenue department; Opposition PDP criticises NC govt. over the decision

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:04 pm

Explosions rock Kyiv, six killed in Russia, Ukraine

Kyiv and Moscow have stepped up their aerial attacks over recent months, with both sides mainly targeting energy infrastructure

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:03 pm

Fact File on Green Polymer released

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:03 pm

Shillong court grants bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi

She is the prime accused in the murder of her Indore-based businessman-husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, during their honeymoon trip to Meghalaya

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:01 pm

Karnataka High Court notice to CBI on Vinay Kulkarnis appeal against conviction in murder case

The High Court of Karnataka on Tuesday ordered issue of notice to the Central Bureau of Investigation on a petition filed by Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni challenging a special courts order of convicting him in a murder case

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 11:00 pm

March crude oil imports slip by 2 MT over Jan.; 50% more costly

Amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, India paid 1.2 lakh crore for the March importsas opposed to 86,000 crore in January, representing a 40% increase overall, PPAC data showed

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:57 pm

On TCS harassment and conversion case

Concerns have been raised about the Tata Consultancy Services sexual exploitation and alleged forcible conversions case that involves nine FIRs, related to complaints of alleged sexual exploitation, rape and forcible conversion at the companys office in Nashik, Maharashtra, between 2022 and 2026

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:57 pm

Karnataka Chief Minister ready to sacrifice power or continue depending on high commands decision, says Rajanna

Amid speculation over a leadership change in Karnataka, K.N. Rajanna, a close aide of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has said the latter was willing toeither sacrifice power or continue in office as directed by the Congress high command and Rahul Gandhi

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:56 pm

Odisha acts fast after tribal man carries sisters remains to bank

Asked by the bank to submit proof of his sisters death to withdraw money from her account, the tribal man walked the streets carrying her skeletal remains on his shoulder, a disturbing image that went viral and sparked widespread outrage

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:54 pm

IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma was not on ECs initial observer list for West Bengal

Trinamool Congress has accused 2011-batch IPS officer of Uttar Pradesh cadre, also a trained dental surgeon, of intimidating and threatening locals in Falta under West Bengals Diamond Harbour constituency.

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:54 pm

Israel using water access as 'weapon' in Gaza: MSF

The charity documented several incidents where its clearly identified water trucks and boreholes had been shot at or destroyed

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:52 pm

Pariwarvaadi parties not willing to permit Indian women to reach Assembly, Parliament: PM

PM vows he will leave no stone unturned to ensure that womens right to reservation in legislative bodies is implemented

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:49 pm

Police help elderly man get govt. benefits

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:48 pm

Working Group formed to study impact of scrap supplies, suggest remedies

At present, India levies at 2.5% import duty on scraps

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:47 pm

Eternal Q4 PAT jumps to 174 crore

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:40 pm

Watch: UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in huge blow to global oil producers group

The UAE has exited OPEC and OPEC Plus, marking a major shift in global oil politics.

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:33 pm

Police file FIR against viral video of pro-Pakistan posters put up in J&Ks Doda

Posters praising Pakistani PM, Army Chiefs role in U.S.-Iran peace talks were pasted on a Doda bridge; police trying to verify origin, authenticity of viral video

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:28 pm

West Bengal goes to the polls in the second phase of Assembly election

The 142 seats going to the polls in the second phase are spread across seven districts of south Bengal, including Kolkata; about 3.21 crore electors will determine the fate of 1,448 candidates in the fray

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:14 pm

Experts reflect on democracy and dissent at Bengaluru event on Umar Khalid

The event washeld under heavy security following protests by Bharatiya Janata Party workers outside the venue

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:06 pm

Noted oncologist Dr. K. Pavithran passes away

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 10:01 pm

Watch: UAE shocks world with dramatic OPEC exit | Above the Fold | 28.04.2026

From the UAEs OPEC exit to Indias heatwave, SCO meet updates and the Jakarta train crash, we bring you the top stories that matter with clarity and context.

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:53 pm

Starmers ex-chief of staff says sorry over Mandelson appointment as UK leader faces more pressure

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmers former chief of staff says that he made a serious mistake by recommending Peter Mandelsons appointment as U.K. ambassador to the United States

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:51 pm

Karnataka High Court stays CERCs new regulations imposing higher penalty for deviation on renewable energy firms

The petitioners argued that the new framework is draconian and scientifically unfounded, given the inherently unpredictable, weather-dependent nature of solar and wind power generation

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:51 pm

IPL 2026: Abhishek is meticulous in his preparation, says Franklin

The SRH assistant coach suggested that the openers strength lies in anticipation as much as execution

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:50 pm

Man found murdered in his house in Puducherry

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:40 pm

New office-bearers for World Veg Council

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:32 pm

Textile Ministry constitutes monitoring cell

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:21 pm

Devotees throng Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple to witness celestial wedding

The Thirukalyanam, the highlight of the annualChithiraifestival, took place at the flower-bedeckedThirukalyanaMandapam between 8.35a.m. and 8.59a.m.

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:18 pm

Harsh sun leaves traditional fishers in distress

Searing heat drives fish to deeper, cooler waters, escalating the cost of fishing. Warming waters lead to a surge in population of jellyfish, which tear nets and cause allergies to fishers. The working hours come down, the catch gets spoiled faster, and sun leaves the fish vendors perennially exhausted

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:18 pm

Norms must govern places of worship or risk anarchy, ChishtiNizami descendant says in Sabarimala case

Syed Altamash Nizami says the faith of a believer cannot yield to the whim of a third-party interloper or a tourist to walk into the sanctum sanctorum

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:07 pm

Nitish Kumars son Nishant to begin his political careerwith Sadbhav Yatra from West Champaran

Janata Dal (United) Bihar unit president Umesh Singh Kushwaha says the Yatra will shape the direction of the State politics for the next three-to-four decades.

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 9:05 pm

Hartal disrupts normal life in Idukki

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 8:57 pm

Education Department in a quandary over implementation of CBSE circular on third language this academic year

The Education department has communicated to CBSE the practical difficulties involved in implementing the directive as per the time schedule mentioned in the circular because of the Model Code of Conduct in force in the Union Territory and the absence of an elected government

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 8:56 pm

Hyderabad isnt short of roads, its short of smart mobility planning: experts

Evidence-based planning, public transport gaps shape debate at policy conclave

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 8:56 pm

Officials urged to enrol migrant, fishing community children in schools, hostels

State Commission for Protection of Child Rights member Gandhi Babu inspects anganwadi schools and PHCs in Eluru district and interact with the children, parents and the staff

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 8:51 pm

Advertorial on Chennithala: Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee issues show-cause notice to Prajin Babu

Both the All India Congress Committee and the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee had previously directed that Congress leaders and workers should not make public statements in print, visual, or social media or any other platform in a manner that brings disrepute to the organisation

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 8:49 pm

Sajjala alleges artificial fuel scarcity in Andhra Pradesh

YSRCP leader blames coalition government for supply disruption, says transport and public life hit across the State

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 8:45 pm

After objections, Hosaritti society decides to auction property

The management members have now decided to withdraw their earlier decision and also, those who have purchased sites will return them

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 8:26 pm

Holistic report cards for government school and PU students from this academic year

The card will be sent to the parents mobile number or email ID once in three months

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 8:25 pm

TMB Q4 net surges 28% to 374 crore

The board of directors of the bank has recommended the payment of final dividend of 12.50 per equity share of the face value of 10 each for the financial year 2025-26

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 8:19 pm