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T.N. CM Vijay announces Kuruvai Special Package for paddy cultivation at a cost of 134.83 crore

Due to the delay in Southwest monsoon, the Mettur dam was not opened on the customary date of June 12; a release stated the CM has announced the Kuruvai Special Package to protect farmers livelihoods and encourage paddy cultivation

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 11:02 am

Kerala HC acquits woman sentenced for killing her baby; says she was under severe mental stress

Mental Healthcare Act, which came into effect in 2018, was earlier held by Kerala High Court to have retrospective effect. In the present case, High Court said the Act was in force when the trial began in 2021 and therefore, the Sessions Court ought to have taken it into account

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 11:00 am

A palpable grief looms over Visakhapatnam Steel Plant tragedy

A massive explosion in the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant on June 8 has claimed the lives of nine persons and severely injured six others, triggering demands from the victims kin for accountability and long-term support, while sparking a nationwide debate on industrial safety, management accountability and privatisation. V. Kamalakara Rao reports on how the accident unfolded and how it has further aggravated the suffering of workers who have been on the warpath ever since the Union Government announced its proposal for 100% disinvestment of the plant.

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 10:23 am

Blueprint for first phase of PM MITRA Textile Park in Kalaburagi is ready

The park will be equipped with underground high-tension and low-tension power distribution lines, and energy-efficient solar street lighting

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 10:22 am

How does drop shipping on Instagram affect users? | Explained

As e-commerce and AI-enabled shopping surge in India, buyers should understand how their products are being procured and whether they are being fairly charged

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 10:20 am

When monsoon clogs Hyderabads tech heart

A billion-year-old terrain, a 25-year-old master plan and decades of urbanisation later, the citys IT corridor still dreads the rain. On June 9, a brief but intense downpour exposed the fault lines beneath Cyberabads gleaming skyline, trapping more than three lakh vehicles in a massive gridlock and raising fresh questions about drainage, planning and infrastructure.Serish Nanisetti, Siddharth Kumar SinghandLavpreet Kaurdecode why Cyberabad remains so vulnerable to flooding

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 10:01 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: South Korea snatches 2-1 win over Czechia

South Koreans substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu scored the winning goal in the 80th minute

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 9:42 am

Why is Nicobar debating elections? | Explained

Why are Nicobarese tribal councils wary of the administrations proposed election rules? How are Nicobarese leaders chosen today, and what changes do the draft rules propose? Why does the administration want formal elections for tribal councils? How could the proposed rules change Nicobarese self-governance?

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 9:35 am

Haryana accepts key Anganwadi workers demands after protests: CITU

Following the protests, a union delegation held a nearly three-hour meeting with the government chaired by Additional Chief Secretary Shekhar Vidyarthi at the Irrigation Department Headquarters in Panchkula

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 9:26 am

Judgement, prejudice, misunderstandings: what trans men face when they access healthcare

The healthcare system for trans men and gender-diverse people remains constrained by limited research, poor understanding of their identities, and a one-size-fits-all model of care, say experts

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 9:21 am

Canva Offline allows users to continue projects even with poor quality internet

Canva said that its newly unveiled Offline mode is available at no additional cost to all Canva users

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 9:18 am

Authors and publishers weigh in on the use of AI amid the Granta-Commonwealth Prize AI scandal

For many young students and professionals, AI is becoming tutor, editor, writing coach and translator

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 9:13 am

FIFA World Cup: Mexico wins opening game for the first time

Some of the interesting stats about the Mexican football team which started their campaign on a winning note

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 9:10 am

No guarantee of right to work?

Hailed as one of the most important social welfare laws for making the State accountable for providing dignified livelihoods, MGNREGA 2005, is set to be replaced by VB-G RAM G, 2025. Sections of workers argue that the new Act strips the scheme of its core promise, the Right to Work backed by a guarantee, writes Rishita Khanna

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 8:38 am

Aguirre says Mexico beat cramps and stage fright in World Cup opener

Mexico had never won their opening game of World Cup in seven attempts, registering five defeats and two draws during their previous appearances at the tournament

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 8:38 am

Government bars bulk industrial petrol, diesel purchases through petrol pumps

While bulk users such as telecom towers and industries using diesel for power generation and other feedstock needs are charged market price, the retail pump rates are way lower than cost

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 8:27 am

Dan Jarvis named new U.K. Defence Minister

Mr. Jarvis was a junior Minister for Security within the Home Office in embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour government

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 8:22 am

Wataru Endo, Japans captain, is out of World Cup and retires from international duty

The 33-year-old Endo posted his decision on his X account in Japanese three days before his team's Group F opener against the Netherlands

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 8:16 am

JW Marriott Luxury Hotel Announced for Siliguri, Major Boost for Tourism and Hospitality

Siliguri, June 12: Siliguri is set to witness a major boost in its hospitality sector with the announcement of a new JW Marriott luxury hotel [] The post JW Marriott Luxury Hotel Announced for Siliguri, Major Boost for Tourism and Hospitality appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 12 Jun 2026 8:11 am

South Korea vs Czechia LIVE, FIFA World Cup: Second Group A match underway

South Korea eyes a strong start against Czechia; Son Heung-Min relishes his fourth FIFA World Cup

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 7:59 am

Virginia Evans and Lyse Doucet win Womens Prize 2026

Evans has won the fiction prize for her epistolary novel The Correspondent, while Canadian journalist Doucet takes home the nonfiction award for her book on Afghanistan

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 7:57 am

U.S. Navy attacked 3 merchant vessels with Indian seafarers; these strikes must stop: India's firm message to Washington

We attach high importance to the welfare and well-being of our seafaring community. When this particular attack on the ship Settebello occurred, we lodged a strong protest with the American side, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 7:48 am

West Asia War LIVE: Trump cancels Iran strikes, touts imminent deal

Iran said it had not reached a final decision on a deal with Washington after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a great settlement to end the war

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 6:56 am

ED files protest petition against DVACs attempt to close 27.90 crore bribery case against former Minister Vaithilingam

The central agency says money laundering investigation conducted by it had revealed proceeds of crime to the tune of 100 crore and so the State agency must not be allowed to close the corruption case

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 6:45 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Goals, greats, and the golden boot

From Miroslav Klose's record 16 World Cup goals to Just Fontaine's unmatched 13 in a single tournament, the numbers behind football's biggest stage tell a story of changing eras and the evolution of the game

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 6:13 am

Himachal wants high level committee to assess financial impact; Punjab wants Special Category Status

They were speaking at the 11th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog held under the theme Inclusive human development for Viksit Bharat, chaired by the Prime Minister in New Delhi.

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 4:22 am

No undue interference, no support to divisive politics, says DCM Sunetra Pawar in her first foundation day address

Ms. Pawar said that the party remained committed to creating a harmonious social environment and was willing to make political adjustments for upholding it.

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 4:06 am

Maharashtra govt takes cognisance of aggregated cab drivers arm-twisting customers for tips

Over the past few days, incidents of drivers demanding additional tips or extra payments after accepting rides and cancelling the trips if such payments were not made, were being reported, the officials said.

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 3:55 am

FIFA World Cup 2026 | Mexico beats South Africa to kick off World Cup

Julian Quinones scored the opening goal of the tournament and veteran striker Raul Jimenez added a second as the co-hosts' bid for qualification from Group A got off to smooth start.

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 3:14 am

Will remove AFSPA from Northeast barring one or two States next year: Shah

Amit Shah terms MoU signed between Centre, Assam, and Nagaland on mineral oil explorations a historic moment and says it removes the last hurdle in Prime Minister Modis vision of a developed Northeast.

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 2:15 am

FCRA Bill expanding state control over civil society

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, raises concerns that asset confiscation powers could disrupt welfare services relied upon by thousands in India

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 2:06 am

Implementation complete, but workers still vulnerable

Labour Code Rules leave workers concerns unaddressed

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 2:02 am

The hunger for stability

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 1:57 am

Visakhapatnam chief engineer among three Indians killed in attack on tanker off Oman

He was the sole earning member of our family, says Sureshs wife Bhargavi, a homemaker, who has two children studying in Classes IX and VI and expresses concern about their education and future

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 1:53 am

To err is human; one can only accept, learn and get on with it

We never forget our first mistake at work and while it may certainly not be the last, we become better versions of ourselves over time

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 1:26 am

FIFA World Cup 2026, Mexico vs South Africa LIVE: Julian Quinones scores tournament's first goal

The opening match of the 2026 edition is under way at the iconic Azteca stadium in Mexico City

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 1:25 am

Residents of three zones will not receive piped water supply on June 13 and 14

However, Chennai Metrowater would continue supply to unserved streets and tail-end areas with low water pressure

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:58 am

Impose fine on those littering beaches, NGT directs local bodies

It asks urban local bodies to regulate vending during mass gatheringsand make periodic public disclosures on waste generation, collection

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:57 am

Two held for luring job seekers into cyber scam network

The Cyber Crime Wing issued an advisory to the public asking them to verify all overseas job offers only through authorised recruitment agencies and official government channels

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:56 am

Shakira and Burna Boy warm up spectators in World Cup opening ceremony

While there was a festive atmosphere inside the stadium, there were chaotic scenes in the centre of Mexico City where thousands of fans pushed and shoved as they attempted to enter the official World Cup fan zone shortly before the 1800 GMT kickoff.

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:56 am

Tinkering laboratory at school campus in Ranipet inaugurated

The laboratory will serve as a valuable platform and offer meaningful exposure to students not only within the school campus but also to those in the district

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:55 am

Water bells scheme forgottenby most govt. schools in city

The School Education Dept. introduced it last yearto ensure that students remained hydrated. The initiative was not taken seriously; it was not implemented properly last year too, say teachers

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:54 am

Delhi to formulate tighter norms for coaching centres

Multidisciplinary committee to frame rules on building compliances, fee structureand student safety; panel set up in the aftermath of Old Rajender Nagar tragedy identified systemic gaps: Sood

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:54 am

Cardboard recycling unit gutted in Ranipet

Fire fighters from SIPCOT, Ranipet, Katpadi, and Cheyyar reached the spot and doused the fire

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:54 am

Legislature panel visits K.R. Hospital

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:52 am

Farmers house near Chengam burgled

The police said that on their return from a temple festival, the family noticed damage to the main door of the house and valuables missing

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:52 am

NHAI tight-lipped about toll locations

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:47 am

Pozhichalur Thangal gets new lease of life after EFI-led restoration

NGO removes 11 tonnes of waste and desilts the twin ponds that suffered years of garbage dumping, sewage inflow, and neglect, raising storage capacity to over 8.6 crore litres. EFI founder Arun Krishnamurthy says restoration of the south pond began in September 2025, while work on the four-acre north pond was completed by March this year

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:47 am

CMs promise on vehicle modification in Kerala raises many doubts

V.D. Satheesans recent assurance that the Stategovt. will permit non-dangerous vehicle modifications was warmly welcomed byautomobileenthusiasts. However, when theMVDcame up with a list of permitted modifications, there was disappointment all around.A reality check on the legal and practical aspects of the proposal

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:46 am

FIFA World Cup 2026 | Of old warhorses, their longevity and last dance

While Messi, Ronaldo and Ochoa are appearing in their record-equalling sixth tournament, Modric and Neuer are going strong in their 40s; they are, however, set to bow out soon

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:31 am

Fair and square: On the Tamil Nadu Speaker, MLAs, disqualification proceedings

T.N. Assembly Speaker is going by the letter and spirit of Tenth Schedule

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:24 am

Gurugram to rename garbage pickup fee as sanitation charge; residents call it extra tax

Bills issued by the civic body over the past few months have included automated garbage collection charges ranging from 200 to 600

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:17 am

ISRO-AU to study rip currents along Vizag beach

The Hindu 12 Jun 2026 12:15 am

Can a framework for tapping, production and sale of toddy be devised in the State, asks HC

The court made the observation while transferring to the CB-CID the probe into the case pertaining to toddy tapper P. Manikandan being shot at by Sub-Inspector of Police Esakki Raja in Tenkasi district

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 11:35 pm

Torrential rain exposes bad condition of city roads

Officer-goers and school and college students who were returning home in the evening found it difficult to travel along the roads as vehicular movement had come to a grinding halt

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 11:25 pm

IT majors shares dip as Claudes new model poses risks to revenue

Anthropic, the American AI company that makes Claude, has been releasing new models with increasing efficiency , according to information in its own website

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 11:25 pm

Medical practice simplified in Andhra Pradesh

Those with recognised medical qualification and holding valid registration can practice in the State without the need for obtaining separate registration from the AP Medical Council or NOC from the State Medical Council or Union Territory Medical Council where they are registered

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 11:24 pm

40% surge in E4W volumes signals gear shift beyond West Asia: Crisil Ratings

Fuel price increases, triggered by the West Asia conflict, have improved the cost-competitiveness of electric vehicles

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 11:16 pm

Businesses along Bengaluru-Mysuru highway fear impact of proposed decentralised tolling system, new entry/exit points

The NHAI is planning to establish toll collection points at various entry and exit locations along the 119-km highway, replacing the existing system under which vehicles pay a fixed toll at designated toll plazas.

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 11:07 pm

Three NDA candidates are elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from northeast

The BJPs Tai Tagak and Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi were elected from Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur; the NPPs James P.K. Sangma was elected from Meghalaya

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 10:57 pm

APSRTC JAC demands cancellation of e-bus tenders awarded to private firms

The other major demands include filling 10,000 vacant posts, purchasing 4,000 new buses, resolving issues arising from Stree Shakti scheme, clearing pending PRC and DA arrears and immediate constitution of 12th PRC

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 10:55 pm

Indian Navy safely recovers unexploded missile warhead from oil tanker bound for Kochi

The ordnance recovered from MT Olympic Life has since been transported to a secure facility for safe storage and detailed examination, the Navy said

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 10:51 pm

Reliance, Vedanta, Adani join Indias drive to cut China rare earth dependence

Andhra Pradesh was among four states identified in Februarys federal budget for the development of rare earth corridors covering mining, processing and magnet production

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 10:50 pm

France backs Make in India in defence, signals new model for Rafale deal ahead of Modi visit

French diplomatic sources say future defence cooperation with India will be aligned with the Make in India initiative and based on an equal partnership. They express optimism about the prospects of enhanced cooperation in the nuclear sector, citing recent legislative reforms in India.

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 10:49 pm

Fans brace for sleepless World Cup madness

Supporters of several football giants are preparing for late-night and early-morning kick-offs as the World Cup gets under way

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 10:46 pm

Arjun, Niemann to feature in Chennai Grand Masters

According to the organisers, Uzbek GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov will also be in the fray along with M. Pranesh, the winner of the Challengers event last year

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 10:43 pm

Strike cuts power to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant: IAEA

No release of radioactivity was detected and radiation levels remained normal, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in a statement

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 10:40 pm