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The Bahujan Samaj Party founders name is being invoked by the leaders in Uttar Pradesh across political lines over the past two weeks and his supporters say that the architect of Dalit consciousness is being resurrected for the States Assembly poll next year, finds Mayank Kumar

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 2:33 am

BJP holds training camps in 103 wards

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 1:53 am

Kerala Assembly elections 2026:Perumbavoor set for keen fight amid MLA rebellion, BJPTwenty20 tie-up

The constituency has kept shifting its allegiance between the Left Democratic Front and the United Democratic Front, though not very frequently

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 1:33 am

T.N. Assembly election: parties must avoid excessive freebies, focus on development, says ex-Minister Semmalai

Contending that these handouts being announced as part of electoral promises by major parties will not facilitate T.N.s development, he criticises the DMK government for not increasing the capital expenditure substantially over the last 5 years and frittering away funds for distributing freebies

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 12:53 am

New Mangalore Port to receive at least 72,700 tonnes of LPG in the coming week

An LPG tanker is scheduled to discharge 16,714 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas for Aegis Logistics Ltd. on March 22

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 12:33 am

For second time, Pottalurani residents to boycott polls over fish waste processing units

The residents have been demanding the closure of fish waste processing units near the village since 2019, and have submitted multiple petitions in this regard. However, the protest intensified in early 2024 ahead of the Lok Sabha election

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 12:26 am

Residents cite progress amid concerns over transport connectivity, contaminated water

Though waste management, flooding, and access to basic amenities have long been primary concerns, some residents of Perambur constituency in North Chennai cite the biomining and remediation of Kodungaiyur dump yard and upcoming Ganesapuram flyover as notable steps to tackle them

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 12:21 am

Government modifies Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme to support MSME manufacturers, exporters

According to the modified scheme, the credit guarantee would expire after 10 years, as compared to the unspecified period in the earlier scheme

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 11:53 pm

Experience Guuranda: Celebrated Narungga stories from Australia come to Chennai

Your weekend plans in Chennai ought to include a viewing of Guuranda, a unique show by Australian First Nations artist Jacob Boehme, KM Music Conservatorys choir, dancers, and Tholpaavai shadow puppeteers, as we learn Aboriginal fables and their relevance in todays world. The show is on till March 22 at Anna Nagar Tower Park

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 11:44 pm

Centre removes caps on airfares after three months

The removal of the caps, introduced when widespread cancellation of IndiGo flights triggered a spike in fares, comes at a time when West Asia conflict has lead to increase in aviation turbine fuel (ATF)

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 11:43 pm

Religious fervour and prayers for harmony mark Eid-Ul-Fitr

Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer conveys Eid greetings; Eidgah Committee calls for promotion of humanity over caste and religious differences

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 11:23 pm

Supreme Court concerned over cops uploading videos online, says poses threat to fair trial

The senior counsel flagged the recent trend of police posting the images of accused persons being handcuffed, tied by ropes, paraded, forced to kneel, etc, on social media, which, apart from causing an affront to personal dignity, adds to the public bias.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 11:23 pm

Tamil Nadu elections: From Delhi to Chennai, NDA push to seal deal on seats

Seat-sharing talks within the NDA in Tamil Nadu have intensified after the Assembly election announcement, with allies moving closer to a final deal. AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami and AMMK chief TTV Dhinakaran held separate meetings with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, while BJPs Piyush Goyal continued consultations in Chennai.

The Economic Times 21 Mar 2026 11:18 pm

Process of issuance of PRs to FMGs begins in Andhra Pradesh

Around 30 graduates who approached the High Court on the delay have received PRs from March 12 till date; uncertainty continues as the APMC asks for Indian Embassys apostille on compensatory certificates

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 11:13 pm

IIT Madras launches M.Tech and MA programmes in frontier technologies and governance

The programmes have been designed to equip students with interdisciplinary skills and knowledge to address challenges in the fields of governance, industry, and technology

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 11:13 pm

IPL 2026 Countdown: Rajasthan Royals has the task of filling Sanju Samsons big shoes

The young batters should fire in unison to ensure the former captains absence isnt felt; skipper Parag has a tough job on his hands; the addition of Jadeja and Bishnoi bolsters the spin department

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 11:13 pm

Trump eases oil sanctions on Iran, says Hormuz should be guarded by other nations

U.S. lifts sanctions on Iranian oil already loaded onto ships to increase the supply of oil and ease rocketing prices; Mr. Trump says U.S. is very close to meeting its objectives as Iran continues attacks on U.S. bases in the Gulf

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:55 pm

Tribals near Tirupattur town threaten to boycott polls due to lack of basic facilities

Lack of good roads affects bus services, ambulances and access to healthcare, say residents

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:53 pm

Three persons arrested for killing a trader in Tiruvannamalai

The victim was stabbed by the suspect after the two were disputing a financial issue

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:53 pm

Indias gem, jewellery sector shows resilience

Mr. Bhansali said reaching 2.28 lakh crore in exports with over 4% growth between April 2025 and February 2026, despite a 44% dip in traditional markets like the U.S. was a testament to the industryssuccessful strategy of market diversification

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:43 pm

T.N. Assembly elections: Election observers appointed for Vellore, nearby districts

The officers are from the Indian Administrative Service and the Indian Revenue Service

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:43 pm

Rajesh Ramesh Shines with Gold at Indian Open 400m Race

Thiruvananthapuram, March 21: Rajesh Ramesh, a 27-year-old international quarter-miler from Tamil Nadu, showcased his dominance at the seasons first event held in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday. He clinched the gold medal in the 400-meter race with a personal best time of 45.26 seconds. During the seventh Indian Open 400-meter competition in Kerala, Rameshs performance surpassed his ... Read more Rajesh Ramesh Shines with Gold at Indian Open 400m Race

Morningstar 21 Mar 2026 10:36 pm

Government complains about backlog, but feeds it too as the biggest litigant, says Supreme Court judge Nagarathna

The state is expected to litigate with restraint and be a model litigator, but that does not happen. It goes on litigating until the end

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:33 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: UDF extends support to four rebel CPI(M) independents; inducts NJD

UDF would back G Sudhakaran, who is contesting in Ambalappuzha constituency, P K Sasi in Ottapalam, T K Govindan in Taliparamba, and V Kunhikrishnan in Payyannur

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:33 pm

TTV Dhinakaran Meets Amit Shah to Strategize for Tamil Nadu Elections

New Delhi, March 21: TTV Dhinakaran, the General Secretary of the Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK), met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday. The meeting focused on developing a comprehensive strategy for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) to defeat the ruling DMK in the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections. After the meeting, Dhinakaran ... Read more TTV Dhinakaran Meets Amit Shah to Strategize for Tamil Nadu Elections

Morningstar 21 Mar 2026 10:31 pm

Haryana Dominates National Para Athletics Championship with 39 Gold Medals

Bhubaneswar, March 21: The 24th National Para Athletics Championship 2026, held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha from March 17 to 21, showcased Haryanas dominance. The state emerged as the overall champion, securing a remarkable total of 95 medals, including 39 gold, 31 silver, and 25 bronze. Tamil Nadu followed in second place with 51 medals (14 gold, ... Read more Haryana Dominates National Para Athletics Championship with 39 Gold Medals

Morningstar 21 Mar 2026 10:26 pm

Kerala polls: 4 LDF Ministers declare assets of 2 crore each

Ministers K.N. Balagopal, V. Sivankutty, R. Bindu and Roshy Augustine declared assets, both movable and immovable, of over 1.94 crore, 2.29 crore, 2.14 crore and 1.84 crore, respectively

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:24 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Rahul Gandhi to launch Kerala poll campaign on March 25

To kickstart campaign with rally at Kozhikode

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:23 pm

Election Observers appointed for Theni district

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:23 pm

Indiaspora to host multiple events in Bengaluru

Its 4th Global AI Summit, scheduled for March 25, is expected to examine how AI is rapidly transforming industries and redefining the future of business

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:23 pm

Watch: Government raises commercial LPG allocation to 50% as supply normalises

The government on March 21 approved an additional 20% allocation of commercial LPG, taking the total supply to 50%, as domestic production stabilised after disruptions caused by the Iran-Israel conflict and US involvement.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:23 pm

Distribution of Form 12 D begins in Theni

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:23 pm

Iran fired missiles at joint U.S.-U.K. base in Indian Ocean: report

Neither missile hit the target, which is around 2,500 miles (4,000 kilometers) from Iranian territory, but the launch suggests that Tehran has missiles with longer ranges than previously thought

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:18 pm

Feminists, lawyers urge MPs to reject unconstitutional amendmentsto transgender Act

It narrows the definition of transgender people, takes away the right to self-perceived gender identity, introduces medical gatekeeping, and criminalises transgender peoples support systems, they say in a letter

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:13 pm

Gold jewellery worth 27 lakh seized

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:13 pm

Low awareness of Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram targeting adolescents impedes implementation

This programme is an initiative to address adolescent health beyond sexual and reproductive health including nutrition, sexual and reproductive health, mental health, injuries and violence

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 10:13 pm

Tamil Nadu viral video: Pet dog attacks mother and daughter, owners shut gate instead of helping

A viral video from Tamil Nadu shows a pet dog attacking a mother and daughter on a public road. The owners allegedly failed to intervene, instead shutting their gate, leaving the victims to defend themselves. The incident has sparked outrage, with users criticizing the owners' inaction and highlighting potential legal consequences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

The Economic Times 21 Mar 2026 10:07 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: 537 nomination papers filed till 7.30 p.m. on Saturday

With Sunday being a holiday, candidates have only one more day to file the papers

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 9:53 pm

Omar, Mehbooba slam closure of Jama Masjid on Id, Hazratbal prayer omission for Iran, Palestine

Peaceful congregational prayers held across Jammu and Kashmir amid heightened security

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 9:53 pm

Piyush, Sahil hog the limelight

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 9:53 pm

LPG crisis continues to affect hotel industry in Kochi

Experts warn that if the situation persists, many more businesses may close, deepening the crisis in the sector

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 9:53 pm

HYDGEN dispatches eight multi-skid green hydrogen systems to Surat

HYDGEN with its facility in Mangaluru designs and deploys modular on-site hydrogen generation systems for industrial applications

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 9:43 pm

Irans President says immediate cessation of U.S.-Israeli aggression needed to end war; calls on BRICS to play independent role

Mr. Pezeshkian spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi by phone earlier in the day

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 9:43 pm

Welding, forging units flag LPG shortage

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 9:23 pm

Distribution of Form 12 D begins in Madurai

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 9:23 pm

Barashaheed Dargah will be developed at cost of 9.8 crore, says A.P. Minister

An international school for minorities is coming up in Nellore at a cost of 20 crore, says Narayana

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:53 pm

BJP candidate from southern Assam faces Bangladeshi barb ahead of April 9 poll

Bijoy Malakar says opponents hurl the accusation before every election to try to rattle him

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:53 pm

Watch: Keralas fishing community issues to play key role in its upcoming elections

The fishing community in Kerala says political parties across the spectrum have largely ignored their demands for decades. A large number of fishing families belong to the Latin Catholic community. According to some estimates, there are around 20 lakh people from this community, and analysts say the Church does influence their political decisions.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:53 pm

Trans and queer groups take out march in Thrissur against proposed law amendment

Protesters say Bill introduced in Lok Sabha curbs rights and targets community-led support systems

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:53 pm

EC forms 19 appellate tribunals in West Bengal for appeals on electoral rolls

Around22lakhunder-adjudication cases have been disposed of, but the supplementary list yet to be published

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:46 pm

We need an agriculturecentred economy, not freebie politics: NTK chief Seeman

Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) chief coordinator Seeman, in an interview with The Hindu in Chennai, outlines his partys Assembly election manifesto, arguing for an agriculturecentred economy, disciplined governance through what he terms benign authoritarianism, and rejecting electoral alliances rooted in Dravidian ideology.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:43 pm

Sacred frenzy: throngs and trance at Kodungallurs Kavutheendal ritual

Hundreds of oracles and devotees descend on Sree Kurumba Bhagavathy temple for the charged Kavutheendal ceremony, one of Keralas most intense ritual spectacles

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:43 pm

Husband arrested in connection with death of woman after delivery at home in Thrissur

Chavakkad police book Ibrahim under culpable homicide after 37-year-old woman dies two months post-delivery

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:43 pm

Id-ul-Fitr observed across India with prayers, unity and peace messages

Muslims across India are celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramzan, with prayers, gatherings, and a message of unity and devotion. After 30 days of fasting from dawn to dusk, Eid is a time people come together to offer prayers and share meals with family, friends and the wider community.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:43 pm

Nitish Kumar skips namaz at Patnas Gandhi Maidan for first time in 20 years

He deputed his son Nishant Kumar, who joined the Janata Dal (United) recently, to visit the place and interact with the people celebrating the festival.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:43 pm

Bride in a bomb shelter: Tel Aviv woman dons wedding dress to seek love amid war

As missile sirens echo across Tel Aviv, 34yearold Maayan Marom walks between bomb shelters in a flowing wedding dress attending yoga classes, sitting with families and reclaiming joy amid war. What began as a personal act of selfexpression has turned everyday refuge sites into quiet stages of resilience, hope and defiance against fear.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:43 pm

Will the Suresh Gopi effect work again in Thrissur?

The actor won the 2024 Lok Sabha election from Thrissur with a massive margin of 74,840 votes, giving BJP its first MP from the State. The key question for the party is whether his vote-pulling ability can transfer to another candidate; this time, Padmaja Venugopal in the Assembly election. Critics argue that the sheen of the LS poll victory has since faded

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:43 pm

Former TDP MLA passes away

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:43 pm

Indias creative community is uniting to devise meaningful responses to growing censorship

From literature festivals to film screenings, artists flag rising pressure on creative voices The dismantling of a publishers stall at a childrens literature festival in Patna recently has become a flashpoint for concerns among authors, publishers and other creatives

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:35 pm

Nilgiri tahrs thrive in Chokramudi hills after govt. takeover of land

Once a hub for encroachers, these hills near Munnar in Idukki are now a thriving natural habitat for the endangered species and Neelakurinji

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:33 pm

Key issues and important players in West Bengal Assembly elections 2026

Shiv Sahay Singh and Shrabana Chatterjee from The Hindus West Bengal bureau analyse the crucial issues of the upcoming Assembly polls in the State.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 8:33 pm