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Kochi Corporation weighs fresh options as KSINC faces criticism over ro-ro service

Move comes after councillors across party lines voiced sharp criticism of KSINC over mounting losses and urged the civic body to identify a new operator to ease its financial burden

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 1:19 am

LPG crisis: PM Modi hits out at those creating panic; asks States to monitor black marketers, hoarders

The prime minister also said the government is actively working on multiple fronts, and in the past few days, he spoke with the leaders of several countries about the developments in West Asia

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 1:18 am

Kerala nurses on the warpath over long-overdue wage revision

Hundreds of nurses working in private hospitals across Kerala are on an indefinite strike in pursuit of their demands, including a wage revision. Aathira Haridas listens to the grievances of the protesters

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 1:11 am

HC disqualification of SNDP Yogam director boarda test of Kerala govt.s mettle

Given Vellappally Natesans close ties with the ruling establishment, the Kerala government will have a tough task abiding by the High Courts directive to temporarily take charge of the Yogam and to set up a provisional board to oversee affairs till elections are held

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 1:07 am

Teams deployed in Maharashtra to prevent hoarding of LPG cylinders

Residents were seen standing in long queues outside LPG cylinder supplying agencies in Solapur, Amravati, and Thane districts, and the State capital, Mumbai

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 1:05 am

West Bengal govt. frames SOP to avert fuel crisis, ensure continuity of critical public services

Authorities have been tasked with undertaking inspections to prevent diversion, hoarding, illegal storage, black marketing, and overpricing of domestic LPG cylinders

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 1:01 am

LDFs development narrative in Kollam constituency will face a stiff challenge from UDF

While the constituency has traditionally leaned towards the left, the Congress sprang a major surprise by winning Kollam Corporation in the recent local body elections. The BJP too has steadily raised its vote share

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 1:01 am

Dismantling the biological tax in Indian legal system

India must transition from menstrual hygiene to menstrual justice, which is served when the biological reality of half the population is no longer viewed as an exigency but as a standard to be met

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 12:51 am

MSM could be a war casualty

As Western mainstream media toes the state line during wars, social media and independent journalists challenge propaganda, filling the information gap

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 12:51 am

War lays a political and diplomatic minefield for Modi

Possible support to either of the parties will be used by political opponents to challenge PM

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 12:43 am

Modulating gut microbiome may help reverse ageing-related memory loss: Study

The study in mice,showed that composition of the naturally occurring bacterial population living in the gut, known as the gut microbiome, changes with age favouring some species of bacteria over others

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 12:42 am

A reality check on Indian ambition for internationalising higher education

While the country aims to become an education hub, addressing many existing gaps such as poor basic infrastructure is essential to transform the sector

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 12:33 am

Man beaten to death in city during quarrel

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 12:29 am

PM Modi speaks to Iranian President, discusses 'serious' situation in West Asia

The Prime Minister told Masoud Pezeshkian that the safety and security of Indian nationals, along with the need for unhindered transit of goods and energy, remain India's top priorities

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 12:23 am

GVMC readies for Swachh Survekshan assessment

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:50 pm

Speaker forms committee for best MLA award

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:40 pm

Bumrah the pace king and the master of the slower one

Its impossible to imagine what it must be like to carry so many expectations every time he has the ball in his hand; to his credit, he has managed to distance himself from the outside noise, retain his focus and concentrate on what is in his control

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:36 pm

Lacking long-term storage, India must rely on imports to manage LPG supply

In 2024-25, Indias LPG production was some 13 million tonnes as per government data; LPG consumption was around 31 million tonnes that year. Broadly, there is a 60-40 import-export split

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:27 pm

Active shooter at Michigan synagogue: authorities

FBI, police at the scene; all Jewish organisations in the area asked to go into lockout protocol nobody in or out of your building

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:25 pm

FDA finds little evidence that a drug touted by Trump can help people with autism

The Food and Drug Administation is approving a generic drug for a very rare genetic disorder, but not for autism

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:22 pm

Blood biomarker may help predict woman's dementia risk 25 years before symptoms: Study

Women who developed memory or thinking problems, including dementia, were identified during follow-up

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:21 pm

Transgender people, men having sex with men, sex workers cannot donate blood, Centre insists in Supreme Court

Public health perspective must trump individual rights, says Ministry, noting that the right of the recipient to receive a safe blood transfusion far outweighs the right of an individual to donate blood

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:20 pm

Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan to tour Paderu tomorrow

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:20 pm

Cabinet clears Eva Nammava Eva Nammava Bill

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:10 pm

Watch: IAF chief AP Singh flies MiG-29 UPG sortie from western sector airbase

A. P. Singh flew a sortie in a Mikoyan MiG-29 from a frontline airbase under Western Air Command, flying in a two-aircraft formation led by Flight Lieutenant Parvinder Singh.

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 11:04 pm

Reports of Iran allowing Indian ships through Strait of Hormuz premature: Centre

India has been expressing concern about the targeting of merchant navy ships that are stuck both inside the Gulf as well as in the Gulf of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:54 pm

Explained: LPG shortage: whats the cheaper option to cook?

As hotels, hostels, and community kitchens grapple with the unexpected shortage of LPG, those with electric cooking equipment feel they are in a safer position. But, is it the best option for you?

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:53 pm

Kochi Corporation to fast-track Konthuruthy compensation

Corporation secretary to initiate steps to distribute compensation to families residing on Konthuruthy river puramboke under the special rehabilitation package approved by the State Cabinet

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:43 pm

Watch: Rahul Gandhi says Centre compromised Indias energy security

Asserting that the foundation of every single nation is its energy security, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday alleged that the government has bartered to the US Indias right to determine its relationships with different oil suppliers due to a compromise.

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:40 pm

Defence Forces Vision 2047 calls for space, cyber command and drone force

The strategic road map document, accessed by The Hindu, outlines broad goals that the armed forces must aspire to achieve as India prepares its military for evolving security challenges and the centenary of Independence

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:37 pm

Watch: India monitoring West Asia crisis, FM Jaishankar in touch with Iranian counterpart: MEA

India said External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has held three recent calls with Irans Foreign Minister as West Asia tensions continue.

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:29 pm

Supreme Court to look into what constitutes personal data in DPDP laws

The DPDP laws in effect legalise disproportionate state surveillance, create a compensation vacuum for citizens, dilute the Right to Information, erode the ability of journalists to practice their profession, the petition said

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:29 pm

Shoukath, Sharafali begin outreach in Nilambur

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:23 pm

India co-sponsors resolution passed by UNSC condemning Iran attacks on Gulf

India prioritises safety of all civilians says MEA, but doesnt criticise U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran and Lebanon

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:23 pm

Dream trip for Kudumbashrees tribal leaders

The trip to Rashtrapati Bhavan was arranged in recognition of their efforts in tribal development

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:20 pm

Parental income alone cannot decide OBC creamy layer status: Supreme Court

Rules in favour of children of senior PSU officials selected as OBC candidates in civil service exams; creamy layer exclusion framework says income from salaries, farm land cannot be included for wealth test

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:19 pm

LPG shortage forces eateries to shut down, disrupts wedding catering in Bengaluru

The crisis has also begun to affect the citys wedding catering industry, with several caterers halting new bookings and scaling down elaborate wedding menus

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:15 pm

Watch: Jaishankar discussed shipping safety and energy security with Iran: MEA

India said External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has held three recent calls with Irans Foreign Minister as West Asia tensions continue.

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 10:15 pm

Watch: Iran sets out 3 conditions to end war with U.S.-Israel

As the war between Iran and the U.S.Israel alliance enters its twelfth day, Tehran has laid down three key conditions for ending the conflict.

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:59 pm

No shortage of petrol and diesel

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:53 pm

Trump says U.S. benefits from high oil prices; Iran, Israel continue to exchange fire

Ali Larijani, Secretary of Irans National Security Council, responded to Mr. Trump, saying if Irans electricity grid is targeted, the whole region will go dark

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:49 pm

ISRO, AIIMS sign MoU for cooperation in space medicine and research

The memorandum aims to promote joint research aligned with ISROs priority areas, with a shared objective of advancing human health, performance and safety during human space missions, says the space agency

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:48 pm

LPG shortage raises fears of illegal tree felling; Minister Eshwar Khandre directs officials to remain vigilant in forest areas

Minister warns that strict accountability will be enforced

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:47 pm

Nitish-led NDA government of 21 years failed in all parameters in Bihar, says Tejashwi Yadav

BJP leader Niraj Kumar hits back at the RJD leader, says NDAs double-engine government in Bihar had pulled the State out of deterioration since 2005 and firmly placed it on the path to development

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:46 pm

Fire at garbage dumping yard in Dharwad finally doused

Consequently, air quality also improved by evening

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:40 pm

Presidents secretariat declines TMC plea for appointment citing time constraints

The move comes days after President Droupadi Murmu expressed displeasure over arrangements during her West Bengal visit, triggering a political row

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:39 pm

CAPF officers demoralised that Centre is not giving them their due, Samajwadi MP tells Rajya Sabha

Calls for quick implementation of May 2025 SC order to grant Organised Group A Services status to CAPF officers, reduce IPS officers deputation in CAPFs; Centres review petition against ruling was rejected by the court

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:38 pm

HC pulls up home secy over delay in handing over compensation

Directs the official to appear before the court on Monday

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:34 pm

LPG shortage hits railway station kitchens; onboard catering continues

Hotel owners at the busy Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna Railway Station say the shortage has forced them to alter their menus and limit items that require continuous gas usage

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:33 pm