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Living for oneself

The many realisations while gaining in age

The Hindu 17 May 2026 4:50 am

Escape the loop

Happiness is not found in a single thing. It is fragmented, fleeting, and multiple

The Hindu 17 May 2026 4:47 am

The final draft

An effective self-written obituary will aim to be honest

The Hindu 17 May 2026 4:45 am

Mute the phone

Take up one task at a time, gather focus back

The Hindu 17 May 2026 4:37 am

Charging McIlroy grabs share of the PGA lead

Midway co-leaders Maverick McNealy and Alex Smalley were preparing to tee off when McIlroy joined them atop the leaderboard at four-under par with a five-foot birdie putt at the 13th after blasting out of a bunker

The Hindu 17 May 2026 4:35 am

Delhi Capitals runs into Rajasthan Royals in a must-win game

Under the lights at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on May 17, these two sides and their desperation will take centre stage.

The Hindu 17 May 2026 3:50 am

Why is the Prime Minister advocating austerity?

What are the seven set of suggestions that Prime Minister Narendra Modi made for the public? How has the war in West Asia impacted various sectors in India and how will these cutbacks help? What measures is the government taking?

The Hindu 17 May 2026 3:17 am

Canadian cruise passenger gets presumptive positive hantavirus test result after ship outbreak

Results from the National Microbiology Lab in Winnipeg to confirm the case are expected to come over the weeken

The Hindu 17 May 2026 3:16 am

S.P. Velumani | From loyalist to rebel

Once seen as Edappadi Palaniswamys trusted lieutenant, the AIADMK legislator and former Minister is now leading a revolt within the party following its electoral defeat

The Hindu 17 May 2026 2:20 am

Centre to roll out pilot programme for linking out-of-school adolescents to open school

The initiative will include app-based mapping of out of school children in the age group of 14-18 years, monitoring systems, incentive mechanisms, and district-level convergence strategies

The Hindu 17 May 2026 2:14 am

Former mayor shot dead in central Colombia during election campaign

Rogers Devia died in an attack by gunmen in the rural area of Cubarral, a city he governed between 2020-2023 lying 170 kilometres (105 miles) south of the capital Bogota

The Hindu 17 May 2026 1:47 am

TMC sends fact-finding teams across Bengal, alleges attacks and killings after poll defeat

Party claims over 3,000 workers were attacked and at least 10 killed in post-poll violence; BJP dismisses exercise as drama whileCalcuttaHigh Court orders safe return of victims

The Hindu 17 May 2026 1:10 am

Odishas urban department advises vehicle pooling, ride-sharing practices

The shortage of fuel in rural pockets has severely impacted the agriculture and fisheries sectors

The Hindu 17 May 2026 12:54 am

IPL 2026: Allen, Raghuvanshi and Narine help Knight Riders stay alive

The opener slams a 35-ball 93; the No. 3 batter adds 108 off just 52 deliveries for the unbroken third wicket with Green to take the home team to 247; poor catching hurts Titans; the wily spinner returns figures of two for 29 to thwart the visitor

The Hindu 17 May 2026 12:47 am

School buses inspected at Meenambakkam RTO

The Hindu 17 May 2026 12:29 am

AIADMKs rebel camp in no mood to seek early convening of general council

A key leader from the camp says: For the time being, all our focus is on getting the issue of the legislature party resolved at the earliest.

The Hindu 16 May 2026 11:48 pm

Madras HC grants relief to police personnel who were part of task force formed to catch Veerappan

It holds that the appellants participated in risky operations, and says the State govt. should not recover the benefits derived by them during their service as SIs from the date of their promotion

The Hindu 16 May 2026 11:46 pm

Guntur civic chief orders strict vigil against contamination of drinking water

Officials told to conduct special audit of drinking water pipelines near the drainage channels and ensure proper documentation of quality test results

The Hindu 16 May 2026 11:43 pm

Man City beats Chelsea 1-0 in FA Cup final after audacious Antoine Semenyo goal

Ghana's Semenyo turned and back-heeled the ball past Robert Sanchez in the Chelsea goal from an Erland Haaland cross.

The Hindu 16 May 2026 11:38 pm

Reselling vs. Private Labelling: Strategic Implications for Businesses

The choice between reselling and private labelling is not merely operational but deeply strategic, shaped by a firms resources, risk appetite, and long-term vision DR. SHAHID AMIN In todays dynamic, highly competitive business environment, entrepreneurs and businesses are continually exploring efficient models to enter and expand in markets. Among the prominent approaches are reselling and private labelling, both of which have gained significant traction with the rapid growth of e-commerce and digital marketplaces. While these models enable firms to sell products without necessarily engaging in manufacturing, they differ fundamentally in terms of control, investment requirements, branding opportunities, and long-term value creation. A clear understanding of these differences is essential for informed strategic decision-making. Understanding Reselling- It is one of the simplest and most accessible business models. It involves purchasing products from manufacturers, wholesalers, or distributors and selling them directly to consumers at a markup, which represents the resellers profit margin. In this model, the reseller does not significantly alter the product and typically markets it under the original brand name. For instance, selling branded products such as smartphones, apparel, or consumer goods falls within this category. The primary appeal of reselling lies in its low entry barriers. Entrepreneurs can initiate operations with minimal capital investment, often utilising online marketplaces and social media platforms to reach a wide customer base. Since the products are already established in the market, resellers benefit from existing brand recognition, reputation, and customer trust. Furthermore, operational complexities remain limited, as there is no requirement for product design, manufacturing, or extensive quality assurance processes. However, despite its accessibility, reselling presents several limitations. The market is often characterised by intense competition, with multiple sellers offering identical products. This leads to price-based competition, reduced profit margins, and minimal scope for differentiation. Additionally, resellers are highly dependent on suppliers for pricing, inventory availability, and product quality, making the business vulnerable to external uncertainties. Consequently, reselling is generally considered a short- to medium-term strategy rather than a sustainable long-term growth model. Amazon India and Flipkart operate as marketplaces where sellers offer branded products such as electronics, books, and apparel, leveraging existing brand value and the platforms reach. Meesho focuses on social commerce, enabling individualsespecially small entrepreneursto resell products through WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram with minimal investment. Snapdeal functions as a value-oriented marketplace, allowing sellers to offer both branded and unbranded goods across categories. IndiaMART serves as a B2B platform where traders and wholesalers supply industrial products, raw materials, and consumer goods to businesses. Offline retail follows a similar model. Stores like Reliance Smart Bazaar and Reliance Digital sell branded items such as Coca-Cola beverages or Samsung phones. Likewise, selling packaged goods like Maggi or Surf Excel at DMart is an example of reselling. Understanding Private Labelling- In contrast, private labelling involves sourcing generic or unbranded products from manufacturers and selling them under a firms own brand name. Businesses often customise product features, packaging, and branding elements to create a unique identity in the marketplace. This model offers significantly greater control over both the product and the brand. By establishing a distinct market presence, firms can differentiate themselves in competitive environments, foster customer loyalty, and command higher profit margins. Private labelling also enables businesses to tailor products according to specific customer needs and preferences, thereby enhancing overall value creation. Nevertheless, private labelling requires a higher level of investment and strategic commitment. Entrepreneurs must allocate resources to branding, packaging design, marketing, and, sometimes, product development. In addition, risks related to inventory management, quality assurance, and supplier reliability must be carefully managed. Unlike reselling, where demand can be tested quickly, private labelling involves longer lead times and greater financial exposure, making it a more complex but potentially rewarding approach. Reliance Retails grocery businesses primarily market products of third-party FMCG players; they also sell in-house brands. Reliance Retail owns names such as Snactac (snacks), Puric (hygiene), Enzo (laundry), Glimmer (beauty), and Get Real (personal care), among other private labels in apparel, footwear, and electronics, which were launched over the years as part of its private label push into retail. Similarly, retail formats like Star Bazaar by the Tata Group sell in-house products such as Klia (hygiene), Fabsta (food/snacks), and Skye (personal care) under their own store brands, reflecting a private-label strategy. Private Label Brands Fresho and BB Royal are the private labels of BigBasket, under which it offers various products to consumers. Fresho offers everything fresh, including milk, bread, cheese, eggs, fruits, and vegetables. In e-commerce, Amazon sells products under its own brand, AmazonBasics, which is a classic example of private labelling. Amazon Basics, one of Amazons most notable private labels, was created to provide customers with high-quality products at competitive prices. Launched in 2009, Amazon Basics offers a wide range of everyday items. Likewise, Flipkarts in-house brands, such as MarQ, represent private labels developed and sold exclusively on its platform. Insights from Research- Empirical research further strengthens the understanding of these business models. A 2017 study examining the impact of brand image, product quality, and self-efficacy on purchase decisions regarding private-label rights (PLR) products found that product quality plays a significant role in shaping consumer behaviour. The study concluded that maintaining and enhancing product quality leads to a more positive perception of private label products, thereby increasing consumers willingness to try and purchase them. Another study conducted in 2022 explored the strategic decisions of a small manufacturer entering a market dominated by a larger competitor. Due to the lack of technological superiority, the small firm had to choose between producing imitation products (copycats) and engaging in private labelling. The findings revealed that consumer purchasing decisions are influenced not only by price but also by product quality, brand value, and consumer patience. The analysis further suggested a dynamic strategic pattern. As the production costs of genuine products increase, the small manufacturer initially adopts a passive strategy of producing copycats, then shifts to an active acceptance strategy by engaging in private labelling, and eventually moves to an active rejection strategy, reverting to copycat production

RisingKashmir 16 May 2026 11:36 pm

Sabka sath, Sabka vikas, Sabka hisab..What PM meant by this!

ASHWANI KUMAR CHRUNGOO FRAGRANCE OF IDEAS We have recently come across, during the election campaigning in West Bengal, the specific changed statement of PM Narendra Modi in the shape of a slogan as Sabka sath, Sabka vikas, Sabka hisab. This is a very loaded statement and has a number of meanings and connotations. It is for the interpreter to interpret those in his or her choicest manner. Generallyspeaking, PM Modi doesnt speak words or sentences that have double or different meanings. But this time, after due thought, he has done so; therefore, it needs to be decoded here and interpreted in its fuller perspective. In an ordinary course of events, when the election campaigning in any area takes place, the politicalparties and their leaders primarily speak keeping in view the elections and the connected issues incidentalthereto. Most of the things said are election-specific, and they usuallylose their relevance once the campaigning is done. However, sometimes it happens that the leaders speak about the policy of the future governmentsin case theyget elected in the state or the centre. These statementsset a template for the future governments to implement their policy, which they mention about in their campaigning. These become so important for all that they hardly ignore its implications, and if they do so, they do it only at their own peril. PM Modi, while referringto the slogan sabka sath, sabka vikas, sabka hisab during the campaigning, knew that the statement could be given different interpretationsby the opposition parties and leaders and might bounce back. Despite this, he reiteratedthe same to convey a very important message. In the common parlance, these words can have meaning to the effect that the opposition members who were involved in illegal activities or who might have done wrong acts before, during or after the elections earlier would be taken to task once the results go in favour of the BJP. However, PM Modi had his own targets while he delivered these statements, besides the usual meaning of the term. Long before the elections in the five states that were held in the month of April this year, PM Modi talked about the growing demographic imbalancein the country and also referred to its consequences at a social and political level thereof. B.L. Santhosh, General Secretary (Org.) of the BJP, in an exclusive interview to Panchajanya some four months ago, classified the elections in West Bengal as a civilizational challenge. He was also categoricalabout the issue of illegal infiltration in the country, and particularly in the states like Assam and Bengal. The issue of the illegal infiltration in West Bengal was raised by Mamta Bannerji herself in the parliament during the NDA government headed by Atal Bihari Vajpayee. At that particular time, she was not influenced by their vote-bank attraction as they used to be on the side of the Left-front political erena ensuring their consistent victory in their contentionfor power. During the tenure of Inderjit Gupta as the Union Home Minister, who was also from the Left Front, the figures in regard to the illegal infiltrators in the country were tabled in the house, and they referred to their number as around one crore. These infiltrators were also involved in anti-national, illegal and immoral activities in various parts of the country. Now their number is suggested as three crore in the country, living primarily in West Bengal and Assam. The Congress party is responsible for the settlement of illegal infiltrators in the country. They did it initially in Assam. Faqruddin Ali Ahmed, a Congress leader and the then prominent Minister in Assam who later also became the President of India during his tenure as the Minister, made statements saying that the population influx in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) would affect the north eastern and the eastern states of India. He is held primarily accountable for opening gates to the illegal infiltrators in Assam. West Bengal, before and after the 1971 war with Pakistan, became the centre of Bangladeshi refugees, and many of them didnt go back to their country after the liberation of Bangladesh. The issue assumed alarming proportions when the political parties, for their own undue interests, encouraged this infiltration and used these infiltrators as their captive vote-bank. It was done earlier by the Congress, later by the Left parties and in the current context by the TMC headed by Mamta Bannerji. Then there is also the infiltration issue of Muslim Rohangyas from Myanmar, coupled with the illegal infiltration of Muslim Bangladeshi infiltrators in the country. They were issued identity certificates/cards and voter cards by various governments in the past, and most of them couldnt prove their citizenship in India, while a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voters list was done in certain states, including West Bengal. They were thus deleted by the Election Commission of India as genuine voters in India. Mamta Bannerji, during her tenure as the Chief Minister of West Bengal, took this issue to the next level and made attempts to pit the original inhabitants of West Bengal against these illegal Muslim infiltrators and did everything to appease them at the cost of the local population and the national ethos and identity. She provided all sorts of security and facilities to these infiltrators who were/are involved in all kinds of anti-national activities. She went to the extent of refusing to accept the Union Home Ministrys proposal to acquire and allot land to the BSF to build permanent border infrastructure there to stop infiltrations. She also defied the Calcutta High Court verdict in this connection in regard to the deadline set by the court, and thus her government was also penalised by the High Court. Mamta Bannerji took no action in this regard up to her last day in the office. The issue of border fencing around 600 kms with the Indo-Bangladesh border is a very serious and sensitive issue of national security for which the whole amount of expenditure was to be borne by the government of India. Mamta

RisingKashmir 16 May 2026 11:34 pm

BJP-PDP Diverting Attention From Omar Govts Agenda: Sagar

RK News Service Srinagar, 16 May: A one-day convention of the Working Committee of District Budgam comprising delegates, working committee members and block functionaries was held on Saturday at the partys district headquarters, Mujahid Manzil, Budgam. The convention was presided over by General Secretary Ali Mohammad Sagar. During the convention, organisational matters and issues of public importance were discussed in detail. Speakers highlighted the governance and welfare initiatives undertaken by the Omar-led government and stressed the need to strengthen the party at the grassroots level by taking the achievements of the elected government to every doorstep. Addressing the gathering, Ali Mohammad Sagar said the National Conference government remains firmly committed to fulfilling the aspirations of the people and ensuring inclusive and people-centric development across Jammu and Kashmir. He said party workers must actively engage with the public and counter the false and politically motivated propaganda being spread by the BJP and PDP.

RisingKashmir 16 May 2026 11:32 pm

Congress Launches Sangathan Srijan Abhiyan-II in Srinagar

RK News Service Srinagar, May 16: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee on Friday formally launched the second phase of the Sangathan Srijan Abhiyan (SSA)-II in Srinagar as part of its organisational strengthening drive. The programme was held at the PCC headquarters in Srinagar in line with the directions of the All India Congress Committee and JKPCC leadership. The meeting witnessed participation of senior party leaders, office bearers, block presidents, workers and grassroots cadre. The initiative aims to identify committed and disciplined leadership for different organisational responsibilities within the party structure. JKPCC President Tariq Hameed Karra attended the meeting as an ordinary participant, which party leaders described as a reflection of collective leadership and organisational commitment. The committee constituted for the exercise was headed by Observer and MLA Kreeri-Wagoora Irfan Hafeez Lone along with coordinators Fayaz Ahmad Mir, Prof. Danish Jhangir, Danish Khan, Molvi M. Maqbool and District Congress Committee Srinagar President Audil Farooq Mir. During the meeting, discussions were held on strengthening booth and block-level structures, cadre mobilisation, coordination mechanisms and organisational discipline. Addressing a press conference after the meeting, party leaders said the outreach programme under SSA-II would continue across all blocks, wards and Assembly constituencies of Srinagar district from May 17 onward to further strengthen the party at the grassroots level.

RisingKashmir 16 May 2026 11:31 pm

AIP Criticises Congress Stand on Dialogue With Pakistan

RK News Service Srinagar, May 16: AIP Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has strongly criticised Congress leaders for opposing recent remarks advocating dialogue with Pakistan, terming the partys stand as politically convenient hypocrisy and a complete contradiction of its own historical position. Inam Un Nabi said it is ironic that Congress leaders are attacking calls for engagement and dialogue with Pakistan despite the fact that Congress governments and senior congress party leaders have themselves repeatedly advocated diplomatic engagement and confidence-building measures with Pakistan in the past. Referring to the criticism of RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabales remarks on dialogue with Pakistan, Inam said the Congress response exposes its selective political approach where the party changes its stand according to convenience and political atmosphere. Successive governments in India, including Congress-led governments, have engaged Pakistan diplomatically despite periods of hostility and tension. Dialogue between nations has always remained part of statesmanship and mature political thinking. It is unfortunate that Congress today is opposing what it itself advocated for decades, Inam said.

RisingKashmir 16 May 2026 11:30 pm

CM Omar Expresses Grief Over Pahalgam Road Accident

Srinagar, May 16: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic road accident in Pahalgam in which two tourists from Gujarat lost their lives while several others were injured. In a post on X, Office of CM wrote, Chief Minister has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic road accident at Pahalgam, in which two tourists from Gujarat lost their lives and others were injured. He conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wished speedy recovery to the injured, the post reads.

RisingKashmir 16 May 2026 11:28 pm

Social Activist Dr. Aafiqa Ali Joins Apni Party

RK News Service Srinagar, May 16: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari and other senior party leaders on Saturday extended a warm welcome to prominent social activist Dr. Aafiqa Ali, who joined the party along with her associates. She hails from Pampore. Dr. Aafiqa Ali and her associate activists formally joined Apni Party during a special event held at the party headquarters on Saturday. Welcoming the new entrants, Apni Party leaders assured Dr. Aafiqa Ali and her supporter activists that they would be provided ample opportunities to continue her social work and serve the people. Besides Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, the prominent party leaders present on the occasion included the partys General Secretary Rafi Ahmad Mir, Additional General Secretary Hilal Ahmad Shah, Media Advisor Farooq Andrabi, State Organiser and Spokesperson Dr. Harbaksh Singh, District President Pulwama Dr. Samiullah, and others.

RisingKashmir 16 May 2026 11:28 pm

Dy CM Stresses Quality Infrastructure in Educational Institutions

RK News Service JAMMU, MAY 16: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudharyon Friday stressed the need for developing quality infrastructure in educational institutions and directed authorities to ensure timely completion of projects and creation of modern academic facilities for students across Jammu and Kashmir. Choudhary on Sartudy conducted an extensive tour of Akhnoor and adjoining areas to review the progress of ongoing developmental works besides assessing the institutional infrastructure across several educational establishments. During detailed interaction with the faculty members and students regarding the academic activities, the Deputy Chief Minister called for speedy infrastructure development. The Deputy Chief Minister directed the concerned officers to ensure speedy execution of all ongoing works while strictly adhering to quality standards and timelines. The government is committed towards creating better educational infrastructure, providing a conducive learning environment for the students across Jammu and Kashmir, he said. During the visit, the Deputy Chief Minister inspected various projects and interacted with the students, faculty members and staff to take first-hand appraisal of the academic facilities, infrastructure development and overall functioning of the institutions. At the Government College of Engineering and Technology, Chak Bhalwal, Jammu, the Deputy Chief Minister reviewed the ongoing developmental works and inspected the institutional facilities. Later, the Deputy Chief Minister visited the Government Ayurvedic Medical College, Sangani, Akhnoor, where he reviewed the ongoing hostel construction works along with MLA Akhnoor, Mohan Lal Bhagat. During the visit, he interacted with the students and staff members and sought feedback regarding institutional facilities and accommodation needs. He emphasized timely completion of the hostel project with quality construction standards so that better facilities are provided to the students. The Deputy Chief Minister also inspected the ongoing works at Government Nursing College, Akhnoor along with MLA Akhnoor Mohan Lal Bhagat. Later, the Deputy Chief Minister also visited the Indripatten Bridge project site at Pragwal, Akhnoor and reviewed the progress of ongoing works. Terming the project as vital, he stressed upon timely execution and completion of the bridge to improve the connectivity and public convenience in the area.

RisingKashmir 16 May 2026 11:27 pm

Man arrested, 13 electric motors seized

The Hindu 16 May 2026 11:27 pm

Inclusive Development Across J&K Govts Priority: Sakeena Itoo

Urges officers to maintain close coordination with public RK News Service KULGAM, MAY 16: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today visited Nihama area of district Kulgam, and held a mega public durbar to listen the grievances, issues and demands of the local residents and other adjoining areas. During the Darbar, the locals highlighted several issues related to healthcare infrastructure, road connectivity, drinking water supply, electricity, educational facilities, social welfare schemes, irrigation, employment opportunities and other developmental concerns affecting the area. They also demanded upgradation of PHC Nihama, upgradation of schools, establishment of a Tehsil, macadamization of various roads, augmentation of safe drinking water supply, installation of street lights in the market and other public welfare issues. While addressing the gathering, Sakeena Itoo reiterated the Omar Abdullah led Governments commitment towards equitable and inclusive development of all regions, particularly rural and far-flung areas. The present Government is focused on strengthening public service delivery as well as ensuring that the benefits of welfare and developmental schemes reach every deserving household of Jammu and Kashmir, she stated. The Minister added that the government is continuously strengthening the healthcare sector in all areas, particularly in rural regions, to ensure better medical facilities and improved healthcare services for the people. She further stated that sustained efforts are also being made for the development of roads and infrastructure across J&K to improve connectivity and public amenities. The Minister assured the people that all genuine issues and demands raised during the durbar would be addressed on priority. She also gave onspot directions to concerned officers for resolution of various grievances and public issues. Sakeena Itoo also assured the locals that such Public Darbars will be held on a routine basis as they provide an important platform for understanding grassroots concerns and formulating responsive governance mechanisms. The Minister also urged the officers to maintain close coordination with the public and work with dedication, accountability and transparency for overall public welfare. Senior officers from various departments accompanied the Minister during the visit and responded to several grievances on the spot, while many issues were resolved immediately through on-site directions issued by the Minister. The locals, while interacting with the Minister, appreciated her for conducting this massive public Darbar, highlighting that it provided them an opportunity to directly project their concerns and developmental aspirations before the Government.

RisingKashmir 16 May 2026 11:26 pm

Over 1.76 lakh students register for TNEA 2026

Over 1.02 lakh among them have completed payment, while 62,863 of them have uploaded their certificates on the portal

The Hindu 16 May 2026 11:09 pm

PWD identifies 448 waterlogging hotspots

The Hindu 16 May 2026 11:05 pm

Bus driver suspended in Tirupattur for talking over phone while driving

A few commuters shot a video of the incident and shared it on social media, inviting public outcry

The Hindu 16 May 2026 11:03 pm

Solar-powered blinkers installed at 51 identified hotspots in Ranipet to prevent accidents

Narrowness of the carriageway, curves with poor visibility, lack of road markings, pothole-ridden stretches, and a lack of better streetlights are found to be reasons for fatal accidents

The Hindu 16 May 2026 11:02 pm

Satellite-tagged Amur falcons returning from Africa, set to cross India

These birds were tagged in Manipur in 2025 and had migrated to Somalia in winter

The Hindu 16 May 2026 11:00 pm

Vignan University gets 20 new NSS units

The Hindu 16 May 2026 10:59 pm

Village-wise crop planning needed for sustainable farming: Pemmasani

Union Minister calls for seed villages, crop diversification and technology-driven awareness programmes for farmers in Guntur district

The Hindu 16 May 2026 10:51 pm

IPL 2026 | When Jaiswal enjoys his batting, he does well: Sangakkara

Beyond the soaring sixes and growing hype around the teenagers batting, RR head coach and director of cricket Kumar Sangakkara offered a glimpse of how the set-up balances Sooryavanshis bursts with Yashasvi Jaiswals struggles.

The Hindu 16 May 2026 10:49 pm

Average of 53% MPs attend meetings of 16 Parliamentary Standing Committees, PAC: data

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been raising the issue of ensuring that MPs attend parliamentary committees; since reconstituting the panels in September 2025, five meetings were postponed due to a lack of quorum

The Hindu 16 May 2026 10:16 pm

NCC annual training camp begins

The Hindu 16 May 2026 10:10 pm

Mayawati demands extensive relief for storm victims in Uttar Pradesh

The BSP president also criticised the Centre for increasing petrol and diesel prices by three rupees per litre, emphasising its detrimental effect on poor and middle-class families

The Hindu 16 May 2026 10:00 pm

Hindu groups perform puja at Bhojshala amid security; ASI issues directions to implement High Court order

While Hindu groups termed the High Court verdict historic and the result of a 700-year struggle, Muslim representatives say it is one-sided

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:54 pm

Handed over my son for police inquiry through lawyers with due respect for law: Bandi Sanjay

The lawyers, after examining the available evidence, said that the case will be quashed and bail will be granted. As a result, a slight delay occurred, Mr. Sanjay said

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:45 pm

Semenyo strikes as Man City beat Chelsea 1-0 to win FA Cup

Ghana's Semenyo turned and back-heeled the ball past Robert Sanchez in the Chelsea goal from an Erland Haaland cross.

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:41 pm

No coach, no problem for improving Pukhraj

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:32 pm

Robert Vadra secures pre-arrest bail in Shikohpur land transaction case

According to allegations, 3.53 acres was acquired by Vadra for 7.5 crore in 2008 and sold to a real estate firm for 58 crore in 2012; investigators allege the acquisition involved false declarations and that a commercial licence for the property was obtained using influence in the government.

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:23 pm

E-bike catches fire, rider escapes unhurt

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:23 pm

Bandi Bageerath arrested near Narsingi after week-long manhunt

The arrest had come a day after the Telangana High Court had rejected his pre-arrest bail plea

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:22 pm

IN-SPACe leads Indian space-tech delegation at Space Meetings Veneto 2026

Nine Indian companies were part of the delegation which strategic engagements with the Italian Space Industry Study Group in Venice, Italy. Three companies sign agreements for collaboration

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:20 pm

TENNIS | Clinical Smith proves too good for Sekulic

In doubles the unseeded Poonacha-Myneni notch up a first tournament win together by getting the better of Biryukov-Lomakin

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:19 pm

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu announces incentives for third and fourth children under new population management policy

He says a one-time incentive of 30,000 for the third child and 40,000 for the fourth will be given to encourage population growth and hints at increasing Thalliki Vandanam aid too

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:17 pm

Kuki-Zo protestors rally in Manipur, demanding justice for slain church leaders, release of hostages

Kuki-Zo groups call for re-imposition of Presidents Rule in memo to Home Minister; claiming 14 people are still hostages, Kuki Inpi Manipur chief says continued captivity is an act of terror against a people

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:16 pm

Migrant students enrolled under Roshni shine in SSLC exams in Ernakulam

Ninety migrant students from 14 schools in Ernakulam district enrolled under Roshni, a project for the educational uplift of migrant children, cleared the SSLC examination

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:16 pm

Global financial environment is extremely challenging, cautions Chief Economic Advisor Nageswaran

The country should act with urgency, strategic clarity and institutional confidence to secure its place in a rapidly changing global order. Trade skills such as electricians, skilled construction workers and technicians will remain among the most protected and essential jobs in the emerging economy

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:07 pm