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It's not like no one can shake me: Sujeet Kalkal on dominance in 65kg

Known for his strong defensive skills and sharp counter-attacks, Sujeet admitted that his focus now is on improving his offensive game, endurance and power.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:51 pm

Kara trailer: Dhanush stars in a gritty, violent drama

Directed by Vignesh Raja, the Tamil rural action drama Kara, headlined by Dhanush, will hit the screens on April 30, 2026

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:46 pm

Congress and allies committed injustice to women by opposing reservation for women, alleges Shivamogga MP

The MP noted that the women of the country would not forget the injustice committed by the opposition parties and would teach them a lesson in the coming days

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:39 pm

VACB launches Operation Earth Guard to curb illegal soil mining in Kerala

Move following intelligence inputs about widespread irregularities, violations and corruption in excavation and transportation of ordinary earth across the State, say officials

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:29 pm

SIR in West Bengal: Will call for report from Chief Justice of Calcutta HC today itself, says SC

The CJI expressed displeasure that almost everyday, the matters related to SIR in West Bengal were being mentioned before it

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:23 pm

Decide by May 4 on posthumous Padma Vibhushan for Olympian Khashaba Jadhav: High Court to Centre

The Court was hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the 'Kusteeveer Khashaba Jadhav Foundation', founded by his son Ranjeet Jadhav

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:20 pm

Akshaya Tritiya: gold purchases hit in Chennai amid high prices, anxiety over poll seizures

This combination of factors has led many buyers to defer or scale down big-ticket purchases during the auspicious occasion

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:20 pm

Fly91 Hyderabad to Hubbali flight diverted to Bengaluru after turbulence sparks panic onboard

The flight subsequently returned to Hubballi. Airline rules out technical snag.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:19 pm

4 held with over 9 kg heroin as narcotics, illegal arms module busted in Punjab's Hoshiarpur

Preliminary investigation revealed that the accused were acting as local handlers of foreign-based gangsters involved in drug trafficking and supply of illegal weapons, Mr. Yadav said

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:17 pm

IPL 2026, PBKS vs LSG: We take little things out of each other's books: Cooper Connolly on Punjab Kings' success

We all have discussions about what works for each other. We've enjoyed sort of taking little notes off each other, said Cooper Connolly

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:08 pm

Pati Patni Aur Wo Do teaser: Ayushmann Khurrana, Wamiqa Gabbi promise a quirky romantic-comedy

Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the film also stars Sara Ali Khan and Rakul Preet Singh in the lead

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:08 pm

Most popular Vande Bharat Express and other trains in India in 2026 in terms of occupancy

Southern Railway has secured the No.1 position in Vande Bharat train occupancy across the nation

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:00 pm

ED raids Karnataka Congress MLA 's sons, others in crypto-linked PMLA case

About a dozen premises in the city are being searched under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:00 pm

Row over Vishu poster showing Lord Krishna and chicken mandi prompts probe in Keralas Malappuram too

After Alappuzha incident earlier, police launch investigation into allegations involving a few restaurants at Edakkara and Kottakkal in Malappuram

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 11:54 am

U.S. funding helps Cyprus upgrade military bases for its role as a regional safe haven

Cyprus' main Evangelos Florakis naval base, just 142 miles (229 kilometres) from Lebanon's coast, will get a new, U.S. European Command-funded heliport that will be able to accommodate large, Chinook-type transport helicopters for airlifting evacuees out of conflict zones

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 11:46 am

Normal movie review: Bob Odenkirk powers a darkly comic small-town shootout

Odenkirk is a Sheriff unearthing a conspiracy in Ben Wheatleys twisted, self-aware actioner that thrives on your willingness to play along

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 11:41 am

Gold falls on stronger dollar amid renewed U.S.-Iran tensions

Gold prices are lower today after the U.S.-Iran war ceasefire that markets celebrated last week appeared to be breaking down, said Ilya Spivak, head of global macro at Tastylive

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 11:39 am

Confident PM Modi-President Lee talks will bolster our special strategic ties with South Korea: Jaishankar

The South Korean President began his three-day state visit to India on Sunday (April 19, 2026) to bolster bilateral ties in trade, defence and critical technologies

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 11:25 am

15 killed as Bus rolls down hill in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur

The bus met with the accident on the hilly road while negotiating a blind curve near Kagort village in Ram Nagar area around 10 a.m., says the officials

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 11:15 am

Watch: Deceptively benign: On retail inflation, oil-import-dependency

Indias retail inflation may look under control at 3.4%, but the real story is far more concerning. Wholesale inflation has surged to a 38-month high, fuel prices are rising, and the rupee is weakening. Is this the beginning of stagflation? Heres what the data really reveals about Indias economy.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 11:07 am

NSA Doval discusses bilateral relations, regional situation with Saudi leaders

Mr. Doval held meetings with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan, Energy Minister Abdulaziz bin Salman and National Security Advisor Musaed Al-Aiban

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:59 am

45-year-old man killed by nephew after dispute over chicken curry in Keralas Palakkad

Police say both had consumed liquor. FIR states the victim had prepared chicken curry at home which was not shared with the accused, triggering the altercation

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:53 am

Iran accuses U.S. of ceasefire breach, vows to soon respond after U.S. destroyer hits cargo ship

The United States has seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first interception since it imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports last week. Iran has called the move an act of piracy and a violation of the ceasefire, warning of a swift response. The development has raised fresh concerns over the stability of the truce and pushed oil prices higher amid fears of a prolonged disruption in global energy supply.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:53 am

Oil prices, stocks climb as U.S.-Iran standoff keeps Strait of Hormuz in limbo

U.S. benchmark crude gained 5.6% to $87.20 a barrel, while Brent crude, the international standard, was up 5.3% at $95.16 a barrel.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:50 am

Five children rescued from bakery in Belagavi

Officials took them to the district hospital to determine their age

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:48 am

Right-wing activist booked for 'objectionable' remarks against Goa's patron saint

Congress functionary Peter D'Souza had lodged a complaint against Mr. Khattar at Vasco police station

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:45 am

Hundreds of BJP supporters homeless in violence post TTAADC result

Several houses were set on fire, BJP party offices were vandalised and vehicles damaged in a series of attacks over the past two days

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:39 am

Bengaluru research institutes unlock temperature controlled nanomaterials for future electronics

Their study highlights how understanding nanoscale molecular behaviour can influence the design of next-generation functional materials

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:30 am

France summons Elon Musk over X probe

In early February, French prosecutors searched the Paris offices of X, in what the social media giant, which has denied any wrongdoing, slammed as politicized raids

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:30 am

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Need support on polling day?

Free transport facilities have been arranged for persons with disabilities and senior citizens in Chennai

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:26 am

Rupee rises 13 paise to 92.78 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading 5.34% down at $95.21 per barrel in futures trade

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:13 am

Differentiating welfare and development

The confusion between welfare and development arises from their frequent overlap in political and policy discourse.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:13 am

China seeks to rein in risks from AI 'digital humans'

Xinhua reported last year that the country's digital human industry was worth around 4.1 billion yuan ($600 million) in 2024, having grown a huge 85% year-on-year

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 10:09 am

Woman complains that in-laws killed her daughter in Belagavi district

The deceased had come back to her maternal home, and complained of cruel treatment by her husband and in-laws.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 9:49 am

Ukrainian drones kill man in southern Russian city: governor

On Thursday, a 14-year-old girl and a young woman were killed the governor said in an earlier statement.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 9:31 am

Lessons from Hungarys vote and Orbns defeat

Hungarians have defeated a national autocrat and challenged a broader illiberal international alliance

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 9:23 am

On delimitation and Parliament seats | Explained

What is delimitation, and how does it work in India? What changes were proposed in the 131st Constitutional Amendment Bill? Why was an increase in Lok Sabha seats proposed? What concerns did the Opposition raise against the Bills? What is the way forward?

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 9:16 am

Pardeshi receives honour from Dr. Date at Jnana Prabodhini Competitive Examination Centres 30th anniversary

Dr. Pardeshi, in his address, spoke about his work in student verification, campaigns against illegal construction, projects during the COVID-19 period, and training of administrative staff

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 9:16 am

Ashok Kharat remanded to police custody till April 23

Kharat was arrested on March 18 after a 35-year-old woman filed a rape complaint at the Sarkarwada police station

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 9:09 am

Costs and wages: On the Noida labour unrest

Governments must not view labour unrest as a law-and-order problem

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 8:27 am

Kanpur man kills twin daughters by slitting their throats; arrested

The crime took place at Kidwai Nagars Trimoorti Apartment in the Naubasta area

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 7:30 am

Iran-Israel war live: Iran accuses U.S. of ceasefire breach, vows to 'soon respond' after U.S. destroyer hits cargo ship

Iran is not currently planning to attend talks with the United States on Monday

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:53 am

U.S. Navy seizes Iranian-flagged ship near Strait of Hormuz, Tehran vows swift response

It was the first interception since the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports began last week

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 6:48 am

Congress committed to 33% quota for women: Sharmila

Sharmila accused the Central Government of linking the issue with delimitation for political gain, and described the Prime Minister as an opportunist

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 5:25 am

North Koreas Kim Jong Un oversees ballistic missile tests

Kim Jong Un expressed satisfaction with the test results, calling them proof that years of work by a specialised missile warhead research group had not been in vain

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 4:32 am

Canada PM Carney calls U.S. economic ties a weakness that needs correction

Mark Carney said tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump have affected workers in the auto and steel industries

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:58 am

Waiting for another take-off: Dealing with U.P.s stalled airports

Over the past few years, several airports have been inaugurated across second- and third-tier cities of Uttar Pradesh to boost regional connectivity. However, operations at a number of these have been discontinued within weeks of launch, prompting questions over planning, viability and the gap between infrastructure expansion and sustained services

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 3:35 am

Forecast of rain, winds in parts of Maharashtra from April 20

After days of high temperature, the Chief Ministers Office said in a tweet that weather patterns are likely to change in many parts of Maharashtra over the coming days

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 2:35 am

We know how to bring debt under control, improve finances of Tamil Nadu: Edappadi Palaniswami

On delimitation, the Union Minister for Home Affairs has clarified that not only Tamil Nadu but other States also will not be affected.I have also reiterated it. Tamil Nadus share will go up from 7.18% to 7.23%. This has disproved what Mr. Stalin has been saying: EdapaddiK.Palaniswami

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 2:15 am

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Unemployment, poor rainfall are major problems faced by Kunnam constituency voters

Cotton and maize farmers face problems in the absence of adequate rainfall, rapidly depleting water table; but for two cement plants, the constituency has no major industry

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 2:12 am

Will pendulum effect hold true for Krishnagiri constituency this election?

Krishnagiri has consistenty oscillated between the DMK and AIADMK in hustings since 1984, with the incumbent being an AIADMK MLA; the challenger this time around is from Congress; lack of rail connectivity, grievances of mango farmers and a toll plaza in the wrong place are some of the issues the electorate seeks answers to

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 2:09 am

Fifty years ago | Meteors used for radio link

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 2:00 am

A hundred years ago | Mill strike in Bengal

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 1:59 am

Congress hits streets over womens quota; CM dubs Oppn. party anti-women

Govt. should provide 33% reservation within the existing 543 Lok Sabha seats,says Oppn. party; Gupta, BJPs sole woman CM, terms defeat of Constitution Amendment Bill deeply disappointing

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 1:36 am

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Mannargudi constituency set for a tight contest

A predominantly agrarian, the constituency in the heart of the Cauvery delta, continues to suffer from a lack of infrastructure, with several panchayats still without proper link roads, complicating the movement of produce and isolating villages.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 1:28 am

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Gaps in road infrastructure, solid waste management core issues in Tiruppur South constituency

The major industrial hub is struggling to cater to the infrastructure needs, particularly adequacy of roads.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 1:12 am

Power play among the young and old

There have been signs of discord among the BJPs top leadership in Rajasthan

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:34 am

Deceptively benign: On retail inflation, oil-import-dependency

India must move from fossil fuel to avoid amplifying imported inflation

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:32 am

Delimitation a case of to be or not to be

The delimitation debate raises questions on representation and equity

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:24 am

Impact Player and the Domino effect

This is the fourth year of competition with the innovation; while there has been a strident appeal from the playing community to dispense with it, the IPL is insistent that there will be no rethink until after the 2027 edition

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:21 am

AIADMK looks to defend Melur and Usilampatti, its southern strongholds

Intra-party conflicts, which eroded the partys core base in the southern districts, do not have much impact on these two constituencies in Madurai;while the AIADMK has won from the Melur Assembly segment five times consecutively since 2001, Usilampatti has rarely elected a DMK candidate

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:12 am

New dementia care centre opened in Chennai

The centre will offer day-care services, cognitive engagement programmes and caregiver support, marking TDCFs third such facility in Chennai

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:10 am

BJP workers clash with police at Vattiyurkavu

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:10 am

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Thiruvadanai constituency faces water scarcity, administrative limbo

Local farmers and residents have highlighted a persistent need for more Direct Procurement Centres (DPCs) to streamline the sale of their produce.

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 12:08 am

Export disruption hits Bangalore Rose onion farmers; MP seeks urgent support

In a letter to Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, MP for Chickballapur Sudhakar has urged the Centre to step in with immediate market support measures. He has called for procurement interventions to prevent distress in sales and stabilise prices.

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 11:59 pm

Premier League | Man City's Haaland nets winner against Arsenal to close gap in title race; Van Dijk clinches derby for Liverpool

Manchester City are now three points behind Arsenal with a game in hand, as the Gunners once again slip up with just five games of the season remaining

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 11:58 pm

Bengaluru: Phase-2 elevated corridors likely to be delayed by two years

The two flyovers that will be delayed are the Nagawara Junction to Bagaluru Main Road, spanning 17.30 km, and the Mother Teresa Circle (Ulsoor Lake Junction) to Bagaluru Village stretch, spanning about 27.20 km.

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 11:55 pm

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Development, welfare, civic problems shape poll mood in Thiru. Vi. Ka. Nagar constituency

Residents say their struggle for basic amenities in some areas still persist; night food stalls and commercial activity have encroached road space and worsened traffic congestion; those living in railway lands in Rajiv Gandhi Nagar and Mangalapuram are also seeking alternate housing

The Hindu 19 Apr 2026 11:53 pm