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Telangana digitised 71.14% of enumeration forms ahead of August 10 deadline for electoral roll revision

Telangana completes 78.14% of enumeration forms digitization with one day left for August 10 deadline

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 10:00 pm

What does Netanyahus rejection of Trumps Gaza plan mean for the conflict?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected US President Donald Trumps 15-point plan for Gaza, saying Israel will not withdraw until Hamas is genuinely disarmed. The move follows weeks of disagreement between Israel and the Trump administration over the plan.

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 9:48 pm

Iran Guards say won't reopen Hormuz without U.S. meeting Tehran's demands

Iran's security chief Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr had laid out on Saturday a list of conditions for reopening the strait, including an end to the war and aggression against Iran and its allies in Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen and Iraq

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 9:44 pm

ED Director Rahul Navin gets one-year extension

A 1993-batch Indian Revenue Service officer of the Income Tax cadre, 59-year-old Navin has been leading the federal anti-money laundering agency as its full-time chief since August 14, 2024

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 9:25 pm

Adivasi-Dalit convention seeks justice for Jogi, victims of Muthanga violence

Adivasi-Dalit convention and Declaration of Rights held at Sulthan Bathery in Wayanad on Sunday. Bommi Amma of Cheeral, the oldest surviving participant in the Muthanga struggle, inaugurated the gathering

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 9:21 pm

Jharkhand exam stir: Hemant Soren asks student protesters to not be misguided by political parties

Addressing the Jharkhand Adivasi Mahotsav in Ranchi, the Chief Minister says strictest action would be taken against those responsible for the irregularities in recruitment exams, and the individuals involved have already been identified

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 9:16 pm

Scheme to build houses for members of SC/ST communities on the anvil, says Kerala CM

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan assures welfare measures for SC/ST communities; promises rehabilitation of fishers displaced by development projects

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 9:14 pm

NP 51: Nivin Paulys next announced; Rukmini Vasanth to make Malayalam debut

Rukmini Vasanth and Nivin Pauly will star in a Malayalam movie to be directed by debutant Nashid Famy

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 9:10 pm

There is a need to start Quit Vote Chori movement, says Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar

Appealing to party workers to set aside all their work and fight against vote theft, the Chief Minister said that efforts were being made to delete one crore voters in the Special Intensive Revision.

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 9:02 pm

Victim compensation should be independent of fine imposed on offenders: Kerala High Court

Court says in an acid attack case, the criminal court is under a statutory obligation to consider the question of awarding adequate compensation to the survivors

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 9:01 pm

Wildfire forces 20,000 evacuations in western Canada

We know there have been significant losses of homes and property. We also know that some people became trapped as conditions changed quickly, says British Columbia Premier David Eby

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:57 pm

DPR study begins for road safety works on NH 66 between Talapady and Kundapura

Study scope includes assessment and provision of service roads, flyovers, and underpasses, Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari says

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:54 pm

Toxic: Yash gave me a chance when everyone doubted me, says an emotional Geetu Mohandas

Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, starring Yash and directed by Geetu Mohandas, is a father-son revenge saga

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:40 pm

Mamata Banerjee faces chor slogans, protesters smear mud on car

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee faced protests in North 24 Parganas, with protesters raising chor slogans and allegedly hurling stones and mud at her car while she was visiting the family of a deceased TMC worker.

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:37 pm

SIR: Karnataka completes 100% digitisation

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:31 pm

Patna High Court transfers habeas corpus case to CBI citing police inaction

The court observed that two of the accused, being ASIs, were in a position to influence the investigation

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:25 pm

Why distance from crime scene matters in criminal law

A Prayagraj courts summons to Independent MP Pappu Yadav for his skit at Parliament complex over the alleged theft of donations at Ram Temple raises the question of territorial jurisdiction

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:25 pm

Durand Cup | TRAU weathers a barrage from Navy to post a win

Afridi Buyamayum scores twice to eke out the win as the loser peppers the rival goal with 26 attempts; both sides crash out of the tournament

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:23 pm

Chartered accountants urged to embrace AI, quantum technology to realise Viksit Bharat goals

Addressing the closing ceremony of a two-day conference, the Twenty Points Programme (Viksit BharatSwarna Andhra Pradesh) Implementation Chairman says the future CAs cannot remain confined to traditional accounting and taxation practices

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:20 pm

Kerala Farm Awards: farm tourism, wildlife protection initiatives win Koduvally State-level recognition

Block panchayat president Ambika Mangalath says the initiatives focused on making agriculture more remunerative and ensuring greater livelihood security for farmers

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:19 pm

Uzhavar Sandhai Amma Unavagam in Tiruchi to get a major upgrade with a new building

Following a survey of the 11 canteens, the Corporation has sanctioned 67 lakh for the redevelopment of 10 Amma Unavagams; the civic body allocates 1 crore a year for maintenance of these canteens

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:18 pm

World runs on stories, says KSOU Prasaranga Director

Broken Family autobiography released at IIET in Mysuru

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:15 pm

NTR Collector urges students to develop creative skills alongside academics

Participating as chief guest at a painting competition, G. Lakshmisha praises students for depicting themes such as the tricolour, national leaders, and the spirit of independence through their artwork

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:12 pm

Kerala State Farm Awards announced, Cheruvayal Raman wins first Oommen Chandy memorial award for contributions to farm sector

Anitha M. Kasim of Fathimapuram, Changanassery, selected as the best Urban rooftop farmer, another new award included on the list of 38 award categories

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:11 pm

NHAIfaces flak over shoddy service roads, carriageway onEdappally-AroorNH66 bypass

The situation is particularly bad on either side of the Edappally overbridge-Edappally Junction-Palarivattom stretch, where the agency has been constructing a pair of flyover-cum-underpasses for well over a year

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:11 pm

A strong peoples movement needed to protect Constitution, says Parakala Prabhakar

Economist and political analyst calls for collective effort to safeguard democracy, constitutional values and equal participation of citizens in the political process

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:08 pm

Government will try to release maximum compensation to farmers, says Minister M.B. Patil

The Union government may declare a drought situation at the end of August. We are preparing all necessary documents in this regard, says the Minister

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 8:07 pm

Naidu shines spotlight on tribal artisans rich craft

At an exhibition organised on International Day of the Worlds Indigenous Peoples, the Chief Minister walks through the stalls admiring the handicrafts displaying tribal heritage, sipping the famous Araku Valley Coffee, and sampling unfiltered wild harvest honey

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:59 pm

Three Jharkhand PSC members resign amid paper leak protests

Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar accepted the resignation of Ajeeta Bhattacharya, Anima Hansda and Jamal Ahmad, according to a statement issued by the Lok Bhavan

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:58 pm

Toxic: Self-belief fuels Yashs biggest ambition

With Toxic, Yash is once again betting on his instincts, taking ownership of his vision and refusing to take the conventional route to stardom

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:58 pm

Kumaraswamy warns Congress of electoral backlash

Congress using projects to make money, alleges Kumaraswamy

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:58 pm

The Hindu Lit For Life Unplugged: Chef Nilza Wangmo brings Ladakhi food to Zhouyu

Chef Nilza Wangmo of Alchi Kitchen brings a traditional Ladakhi feast to Chennai, with ingredients carried from Leh for and dishes shaped by the regions high-altitude landscape and food traditions

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:48 pm

AI will not cut jobs but will create more, says IIT-M Director

Says AI training is going for in several jobs; emphasises the importance of rural students joining higher education

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:38 pm

Delimitation is a political conspiracy: CPI

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:33 pm

Till Article 371-like safeguards, make Ladakh Resident Certificate mandatory for tourism registration: Ladakh hoteliers

Opportunities for the next generation could gradually diminish as better-capitalised external businesses enter the sector, say local hoteliers. Locals who understand the fragile environment and live with the consequences of development must have a meaningful stake in determining how tourism grows, they say

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:26 pm

Five held on charge of smuggling ivory

The arrests were made following a tip-off received by the Forest Intelligence Wing

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:26 pm

Heartening to see Godavari waters meeting irrigation needs of Krishna Delta, says Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu

Inspecting the Prakasam Barrage filled with Godavari waters diverted through the Pattiseema project, the Chief Minister asks officials to make effective use of the available water resources amid rainfall deficiency due to El Nino

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:26 pm

PM Modi meets CWG medallists, lauds their performances

PM Modi shared a short video clip of his interaction with the medallists on Instagram, describing the meeting as a special occasion and praising the athletes for making the country proud.

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:25 pm

Suvendu orders fresh probe into R.G. Kar rape-murder case

Ratna Debnath had written to me, requesting a fresh investigation. After extensive discussions with the chief secretary and a team of experts, I am announcing a fresh investigation under the Special Commission Act, 1952, says CM Suvendu Adhikari

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:23 pm

Mobile phones to be banned in Tamil Nadus major temples from September 1: Minister Ramesh

Dedicated counters for the safe deposit of mobile phones are to be established in order to prohibit the use of the device inside the temple premises across the State.

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:21 pm

History-sheeter Arjun Ayanki remanded, shifted to Thalassery jail in Keralas Kannur

The police, in the remand report, say granting bail to Arjun can lead to repetition of offences and that there is a possibility of him absconding and destroying evidence

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:18 pm

Shopping malls missing from the real estate landscape in Tiruchi

Despite its multicultural population of travellers, professionals, and students, shopping in Tiruchi is restricted to commercial districts of the city; a 140-crore shopping mall likely to be inaugurated in 2029

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:18 pm

Watch: More than 1.5 crore names deleted in third phase of SIR

More than 1.5 crore names have been deleted from voter lists in the third phase of the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) across 16 States and three Union Territories.

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:15 pm

Group flags online terror threat issued against Pandits in Kashmir, seeks probe

Panum Kashmir says a threat issued by United Liberation Council has specifically named members of the Kashmiri Pandit community and disclosed their telephone numbers

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:12 pm

Walkathon held in Chennai to raise awareness on vascular diseases

Experts at the event, stressed the importance of regular physical activity, lifestyle measures and timely vascular assessment in reducing the risk of serious limb complications

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:11 pm

KSRTC Budget Tourism Cell launches 31 tour packages for Onam season

Operating from August 19 to September 7, these trips cover a wide range of destinations

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:09 pm

August Kroghs Nobel winning discovery of oxygen supply to muscles

August Kroghs research showed how capillaries regulate blood flow to meet tissue oxygen needs

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:08 pm

Flood recovery in Keralas Poonjar turns into political battle over absence of local legislator

Controversy over absence of Poonjar MLA M.J. Sebastian, with the LDF and the UDF trading charges over his decision to travel to the U.S. on a personal visit

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:07 pm

Naidu promises alternative to G.O. 3 to protect employment opportunities for tribal youth

Government committed to protecting the rights and welfare of tribal communities and creating greater opportunities for their economic and social advancement, says the Chief Minister on International Day of the Worlds Indigenous Peoples

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:01 pm

Chittoor police intensify crackdown against underage driving amid rising accidents

Minor drivers were involved in nine fatal road accidents and four non-fatal accidents in the district between January and July this year, says SP

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:00 pm

AIISH to unveil PUNARJEEVAN neurorehabilitation unit on Monday

The 61st annual day of the premier speech and hearing institute will be inaugurated by Ms. Trishika Kumari Devi Wadiyar of erstwhile Mysuru royal family

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 7:00 pm

Two held on murder charges in Belagavi

Investigators arrested Bangari Gawade and Rama Rana, who were allegedly having an extramarital affair.

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 6:56 pm

Coastal food culture is aligned with nature

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 6:43 pm

An appointment with the Pen Doctor, who revives old fountain pens with love and expertise in Madurai

R Srinivasan has been repairing fountain pens from his small shop near the Meenakshi Amman Temple for over 50 years

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 6:35 pm

Netanyahu rejects U.S. Gaza plan, vows no pullout until Hamas disarms

After more than a week of gradually escalating criticism of the plan, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu explicitly opposed it as he faced pushback from his right-wing base ahead of elections

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 6:25 pm

Ensure VB-G RAM G jobs for all eligible workers to check migration: Eshwar Khandre

Officials will be held responsible if people migrate owing to lack of employment, says Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 6:25 pm

Jaiswal, Gill get batting practice as India beat Sri Lanka XI by six wickets in warm-up

Chasing 207 for victory, India completed the target in 45 overs, finishing on 214 for four with Siraj smashing 32 off just 15 balls, including three successive sixes, to bring the game to an emphatic end

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 6:24 pm

N R I Triple Power obliges in feature

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 6:20 pm

Power demand in Andhra Pradesh projected to grow at 6.90% CAGR over next decade

CEA projects energy deficit of up to 32,694 MU by 2035-36 with existing and planned capacity

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 6:19 pm

ED files complaints against RInfra, RCom

The Hindu 9 Aug 2026 6:14 pm