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Solar Month to boost rooftop adoption

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:59 pm

Visakhapatnam to get dedicated IPS officer for traffic management: DGP

Harish Kumar Gupta says separate officer will oversee future traffic planning as mounting vehicle density puts increasing pressure on city roads

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:59 pm

SC lets SpiceJet move HC for relief in time

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:59 pm

Country on brink of major economic crisis, says Rahul Gandhi in Rae Bareli

Says global tensions, particularly conflict involving Iran and U.S. and Israel, along with developments around Strait of Hormuz, could lead to a surge in inflation and supply shortages.

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:58 pm

AIADMK district secretaries, senior functionaries rally behind Palaniswami

In a press release, theAIADMKattributed to the victory of 53 candidates put up by the party and its allies in the recent election to Mr.PalaniswamisState-wide campaign. However, it did not mention the number of district secretaries who attended the meeting, as against the total of 82

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:57 pm

FOOTBALL | From drift to direction: Carricks United revival

The Red Devils, sixth in the Premier League table when he assumed charge, have since registered 11 victories from 16 matches and collected 36 points

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:54 pm

CMRL completes tunnel between Madhavaram High Road and Moolakadai after long delay

One of the reasons for this is the delay in building the shaft, a structure essential for the tunnel to launch and breakthrough, at the Moolakadai Metro Station

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:54 pm

Protest is a right as long as it does not break the peace: Supreme Court

The Chief Justice was responding to a petition seeking protection against registration of criminal cases against young people protesting the naming of newly operational Navi Mumbai International Airport

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:52 pm

Caste slurs in Census forms: SC Commission issues notice to Punjab Census office

Notice also issued to Punjab Social Justice Department, action taken reports sought in 15 days; these caste slurs are also used in multiple State lists in the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:50 pm

Agitators lock municipal offices as protest for Dharwad municipal corporation enters fifth day

The indefinite agitation demanding the bifurcation of the Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation intensifies

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:47 pm

India among economies driving carbon surge from construction boom

Buildings and construction now account for around 37% of global carbon emissions, nearly 50% of global material extraction the largest of any sector and 28% of global energy consumption

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:46 pm

Surveillance stepped up to prevent FL2 bars from selling liquor in sealed bottles at extra cost

The officials have warned the bars operating illegally with closure notice

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:41 pm

Seven persons arrested for murder of two gaana singers in Chengalpattu district

Investigations revealed that one of the victims was an associate of the prime accused, and had threatened and assaulted some of the latters friends

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:38 pm

Cannes 2026: Cristian Mungius Fjord draws emotional response at premiere

Cristian Mungius Fjord, starring Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve, made a splash at the Cannes Film Festival, leaving audiences impressed with its raw and emotional take on family, faith, and the struggles against authority

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:37 pm

IPL 2026 | We see ourselves as favourites against KKR: MI batter Naman Dhir

Naman Dhir said injuries to senior players was a reason behind the five-time champions struggles

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:33 pm

Scientific waste mgmt systems being implemented in State, says Deputy CM

Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka seeks Centres positive consideration to request for financial support to the State

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:29 pm

With new UDF government in power, crisis-ridden tea plantation sector in Peerumade expects urgent intervention

Salaries and other benefits remain outstanding in several companies

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:20 pm

LDF will return stronger, says Pinarayi Vijayan

He says CPI(M) had overcome many similar phases in the past and would regain the confidence of the people

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:18 pm

Cabinet picks trigger unease in UDF ranks in Central Travancore

Despite sweeping Kottayam and Idukki and dominating Pathanamthitta, the regions thin Cabinet representation has triggered sharp criticism

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:17 pm

CPI(M) Idukki district committee blames State leadership for poll debacle

Members state that the decision to drop veteran CPI(M) leader M.M. Mani from contesting his stronghold of Udumbanchola directly triggered the partys record defeat in the seat

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:15 pm

Farmers oppose Bengalurus new international cricket stadium

Farmers say that the area for the proposed stadium lies in proximity to the Karadikkal-Mahadeshwara wildlife corridor, and that building a huge stadium in this area will have a serious and adverse impact on the environment and wildlife

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:11 pm

5,000-cr. projects lined up for Visakhapatnam Economic Region in 3 years

Collector says 49 projects identified under Centres City Economic Region initiative; Bhogapuram airport expected to boost growth in surrounding areas

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:10 pm

IPL 2026 | Ruturaj needs to reinvent as a batter and a captain

His staid approach in the first six overs feels like an anachronism at a time when others are refining and redefiningPowerPlaybatting. It is reflected in his strike rate of 120.68, the lowest among batters with more than 200 runs

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:07 pm

Plus Two results to be declared on May 26

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:06 pm

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesans mention of caste surname while taking oath invites criticism from Congress leader

Congress leader Jinto John says a Congress that doesnt carry the baggage of caste is a lot more inclusive

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:00 pm

Fishermans family refuse to take body; block highway demanding arrest of killers

The body of a 35-year-old fisherman was washed ashore on May 16 at Vellapatti in Naripaiyur block; post-mortem report revealed that he may have been murdered

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:58 pm

T.N. CM Vijay writes to PM Modi to ensure uninterrupted fertilizer supply for Kharif season

In his letter, Vijay says there has been a shortfall in the supply of fertilizers by manufacturers during April and May 2026

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:48 pm

Romanian jet shoots down suspected Ukrainian drone over Estonia

A Romanian military aircraft reportedly intercepted and shot down a suspected Ukrainian drone over Estonia, prompting an investigation into the drones origin and the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:46 pm

After JC Road nightmare in Bengaluru, Kengal Hanumanthaiah Road set for white-topping

As of now, the Bengaluru Traffic Police has agreed to allow the completion of drain, footpath, and utility works and B-SMILE is likely to take up whitetopping work for a 1-km stretch between KH Circle and Kreeda Junction within the next month.

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:45 pm

Recital of full version of Vande Mataram at UDF govt. swearing-in in Kerala kicks up a row

CPI(M) calls it a move that undermines secularism and pluralism while RSS hails it

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:44 pm

ASHAs to hold victory march in Thiruvananthapuram on May 20

KAHWA members express satisfaction at the positive manner in which the new Kerala government took up their demand for decent wages.

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:43 pm

Residents submit petition for motorable roads, sufficient drinking water supply

DMK councillor of ward 13 complains about erratic drinking water supply in his ward and residents did not get water supply for the past 10 days; State deputy secretary of Manithaneya Jananayaga Katchi complains about supply of contaminated drinking water to the residents of Melapalayam and poor garbage collection

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:41 pm

BCCI cannot interfere over player fitness during IPL: Saikia

As far as the IPL is concerned, the franchises take care of the injuries and the fitness of the players. Of course, our physios from the Centre of Excellence are also monitoring them, says BCCI secretary

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:28 pm

12 fake SCs, STs certificates cancelled in Vijayanagara district, says official

Commission for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes chairman says those who got jobs using them have been terminated from service

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:24 pm

FIFA World Cup 2026: U.S. visa and travel guide for fans

International fans with match tickets can fast-track their U.S. visa applications using the new FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System (FIFA PASS) for the 2026 World Cup.

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:23 pm

CM wants land acquisition for PRLIS to be completed on a war footing

Government committed to release compensation for acquired lands without any delay

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:15 pm

Hari Darshan Sankhya captures the silence and solitude of the mountains on canvas

The artist held an exhibition in Benaras featuring 21 paintings from a 108piece series developed over three years of Himalayan travel and study.

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:14 pm

Congress alone can ensure development of Andhra Pradesh, says Y.S. Sharmila

Both Chandrababu Naidu and Jagan Mohan Reddy failed to protect States interests as many promises made in the Reorganisation Act remain unfulfilled, says the APCC president

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:13 pm

Kanheri seer cautions people against infiltrators of Basava Dharma

They are using the name of Basavanna to defame Hindu gods and religion for their livelihood, though he never criticised any of them, says swami

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:12 pm

SC notice on plea that U.P. Police played agent provocateur in Noida workers violence

Rather than fulfilling its role as a welfare state, the petition says Uttar Pradesh had used its police officers to covertly become part of WhatsApp groups of the protestors; the entire prosecution was vitiated when the investigating agency itself acted as the architect of the unrest, it says

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:12 pm

TVK expands footprint in Kerala, holds meeting in Thrissur

A large number of Vijays fans attend the inaugural meeting in the district; party organisers say focus is on building a strong grassroots network

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:09 pm

Smaller cities producing more elite athletes in India: report

It is based on 1,323 athletes participating in the Indian Premier League, Womens Premier League, Indian Super League, Pro Kabaddi League, Hockey India League and Prime Volleyball League

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:08 pm

No room for privacy at Juvenile Justice Board and Child Welfare Committee offices in Krishnagiri

The two critical institutions, which are supposed to be safe spaces for children, have been functioning out of a commercial complex near the new bus stand for the past 14 years, exposing survivors and offenders alike to public eye

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:07 pm