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India, Russia hold Foreign Office Consultations, discuss schedule of upcoming contacts

Both sides reviewed the full spectrum of Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership and shared perspectives on bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswa says

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 10:27 pm

Poomedai Ramaiah: a lone voice amid the electoral cacophony

A short story by writerJeyamohanseeks to capture the character ofPoomedaiRamaiah, an Independent candidate in many elections, who would move around the streets ofNagercoilon his bicycle, putting up posters that minced no words about local politics. He died in 1996

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 10:19 pm

Nifty 50 marks worst month in six years as it dips 11.4% in March

Nifty fell 2.14% to22,331.4 points on March 30, 2026, extending the six weeks of continuous declines. Sensex fell 2.22% to 71,947.5 points

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 10:17 pm

On the implications of euthanasia in India

The Supreme Court reaffirmed the right to die with dignity under Article 21, allowing withdrawal of life support and emphasising patient autonomy; it shows a shift towards dignity and relief from suffering, while raising concerns about misuse and social inequality

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 10:17 pm

Karnataka MLAs to get three free IPL tickets and two free tickets for international matches

MLAs cutting across partylines had demanded tickets for IPL matches being held in Bengaluru

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 10:17 pm

Lok Sabha passes insolvency law amendments: What are the key changes?

The Lok Sabha has passed a key bill to amend Indias insolvency law, aimed at speeding up resolution processes and strengthening the overall framework.

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 10:17 pm

Rangasamy, Puducherrys longest serving Chief Minister and ace strategist, in race for fifth term

He has held his ground in the National Democratic Alliance by blocking the precedent of creating a Deputy CM post for BJP and preserving his prerogative to determine Cabinet berths

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 10:07 pm

TVK president Vijaydeclares nearly 625crorein assets and loans to family members

According to his election affidavit, the movable assets include 883 grams of gold, five cars, and a two-wheeler in his name and 3,132 grams of gold and 134.91karatsof diamond in the name of his spouse. He has 2lakhin cash, while his spouse has 1lakh

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:57 pm

Press Club of India issues election reporting advisory to media

The PCI has advised print media to follow the Guidelines on Election Reporting and Norms of Journalistic Conduct-2022

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:57 pm

Opposition seeks discussion on impact of West Asia crisis

Members point to how the war has affected LPG, crude supplies and fertilizer production;Rijijusaysgovt. was ready to work with Opposition, but noted that PM had made statement on the issue

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm

Bike taxi rider arrested for alleged molestation of woman passenger

The police said the 25-year-old complainant, a resident of Indiranagar, had booked the ride around 8.10 p.m. on March 26

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm

13 police officers conferred with IPSin T.N.

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm

Peenya, Hennur among pockets emerging as heat islands; GBA plans cooling measures

Urban heat islands occur when dense construction, asphalt roads, andreducedgreenery trap heat during the day and release it at night, making these areas hotter than their surroundings

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm

Container Road remains dark, after installing 1,100 lights

On its part, the NHAI responded on March 23, saying that the supervision consultant had accorded the highest priority to the matter and that discussions were under way with the KSEB and other authorities concerned

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm

Spain denies U.S. permission to use its airspace for illegal war on Iran

The country has already barred U.S. from using jointly-operated military bases; Defence Minister calls the war profoundly illegal and unjust

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm

Tamil Nadu polls: CM M K Stalin declares assets worth Rs 6.26 cr

DMK President M.K. Stalin filed his nomination for the Kolathur constituency, declaring assets worth over Rs 6.26 crore. His affidavit revealed movable assets valued at Rs 3.30 crore and immovable assets at Rs 2.96 crore. Stalin reported an income of Rs 30.94 lakh for FY 2024-2025, with no criminal cases pending against him.

The Economic Times 30 Mar 2026 9:42 pm

A.P. govt. aims to construct 17 lakh houses for poor by 2029, says CM Naidu

More than 2.5 lakh houses built under APTIDCO and PMAY schemes have been handed over to the beneficiaries across the State

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:27 pm

Stalin,Vijayand other leaders file nominations asECIissues Assembly election notification

The DMK president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister submits his papers to the Returning Officer for theKolathurconstituency. TVK president C. JosephVijay, who is making his debut in electoral politics, files his nomination forPerambur

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:27 pm

Former Madurai AIADMK MLA joins DMK

AIADMK members say, after he was denied ticket to contest, he had quit the party; the AIADMK is an institution built by its cadres over the last several years, therefore one person quitting will in no way affect the organisation

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:25 pm

CM, Ministers, Top Leaders File Nominations

Stalin reiterated his claim of the elections being fought between Tamil Nadu and New Delhi: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 30 Mar 2026 9:22 pm

No OPD at Jipmer on Tuesday

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:17 pm

Yatnal should ensure BJPs defeat in bypolls, suggests M.B. Patil

If the expelled BJP leader has any self-respect and honour, now is the time for him to do it, the Minister says

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:17 pm

Civility stands out in parts of Assam amid bitter poll campaign

Jorhat, Tamulpur, and two Guwahati constituencies are among the few where candidates are demonstrating mutual respect rather than bitterness raging elsewhere

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 9:16 pm

Sensodyne India rolls out Know Your Dental Age Campaign - An Oral Health Awareness initiative supported by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and Indian Dental Association

Strengthens its mission to advance better everyday oral health with a nationwide campaign urging people across India toprioritize oral hygiene as part of overall wellbeing

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:57 pm

K.N. Nehru among candidates to file their nominations on the first day

The DMK candidate for Manachanallur constituency S. Kathiravan and NTK candidates for all nine constituencies in the district file their papers

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:57 pm

CPI flays Centre over weakening of rural job scheme, plans padayatra in Rayalaseema

Ramakrishna says funding cut from 90% to 60% burdens States; G. Eswaraiah flags neglect of Rayalaseema irrigation projects and seeks 32,000 crore for Polavaram

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:57 pm

Why do so many patients delay seeking help for urological symptoms

A significant number of patients presenting with urological symptoms report delaying consultations by 24 weeks, often relying on home remedies or over-the-counter medication: education and awareness is needed to overcome this

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:57 pm

Armed Forces Tribunal faces 11,097 pending cases; vacancies across Benches raise concern

Defence Ministry informs Rajya Sabha 44,622 cases have been filed before AFT between 2021 and January 2026, of which 33,525 cases disposed of.

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:56 pm

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The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:48 pm

Dr NTRUHS unveils initiatives to enhance medical research and student welfare

Vice-Chancellor of the university announces the establishment of a Disease Monitoring and Decision Support Centre under the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme on the premises.

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:47 pm

Better public awareness, physician training, and clear labelling on salt crucial to preventing hypertension, survey finds

Even among individuals with normal blood pressure, reducing daily salt intake remains one of the most effective ways to prevent hypertension, but this message is not being consistently communicated due to gaps in awareness among both the public and physicians, a recent survey has found

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:47 pm

Madras Diabetes Research Foundation partners with Premas Life Sciences to strengthen genomics research

The collaboration aims to advance precision medicine and improve understanding of diabetes

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:47 pm

I do not want votes of those who drink, says Seeman

Can 8,000 coupons buy back the lost honour, or the mountains and the sand that have been cut and sold, or the lives of those who died after consuming liquor?, asks NTK chief coordinator

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:47 pm

Census Phase 1 schedule announced for Kerala

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:47 pm

Chief Justice given warm welcome at Madurai Bench

We must always bear in mind that behind every case in this court there is a person seeking hope, redress, or peace; Our true measure of success is not found in the number of cases disposed of, but in the trust the common citizen places in us, says Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:47 pm

AFC Asian Cup qualifier | Jamils men vie for consolation win against Hong Kong

The Blue Tigers are lying at the bottom of Group C with just two points; Australian-born Williams may make his India debut, though the head coach was non-committal about the wingers inclusion

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:38 pm

M.R. Vijayabhaskar files nomination in Karur

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:37 pm

Housing Census in Andhra Pradesh from May 1; self-enumeration to start on April 16

House listing runs till May 30; citizens submit details online April 16-30; 1.08 lakh enumerators deployed, says official as Census goes digital for first time

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:37 pm

BDA calls tender for Peripheral Ring Road-1 project

The peripheral ring road will be 23 km in length, of which only a 19.80 km stretch has been taken up for construction in package-1

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:37 pm

Andhra Pradesh Lokayukta recovers 15.29 crore, disposes of 3,654 complaints in 2025

As per the annual report, the office of the Lokayukta remained vacant, with Upa-Lokayukta P. Rajani discharging all responsibilities under the provisions of the Andhra Pradesh Lokayukta Act, 1983.

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:27 pm

IN-SPACe invites applications for student competition

The national level finales for both competitions are expected to take place between October and November 2026 in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:24 pm

Prologis commences 1.1 million sq ft logistics park in North Chennai

Redhills marks Prologis third location in Tamil Nadu, alongside projects in Hosur and Sriperumbudur

The Hindu Businessline 30 Mar 2026 8:20 pm

Devotee from Magadi dies in Nanjangud

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:17 pm

Andhra Pradesh govt. to launch QR-coded rice bags to honour farmers, ensure transparency

Food and Civil Supplies Minister says rice from SPSR Nellore district will be supplied to 41,000 schools and 400 hostels, with QR codes revealing the cultivators name and place of origin; State targets 51 lakh tonnes of paddy procurement this Kharif

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:17 pm

Diabetology Institute to come up in Kalaburagi

The State government is in the process of establishing such institutes to strengthen specialised care for diabetes patients, says Minister

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:17 pm

Theosophical Society land row triggers political controversy in Chittoor

YSRCP senior leader and Andhra Pradesh State Mudaliyar Sangham president alleges that some members within his own party carried out encroachment, sparking sharp reactions

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:17 pm

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Any attack on any community in the name of religion will not be tolerated, says Brinda Karat

The CPI(M) leader says theBharatiyaJanataPartygovernment at the Centre is targeting minority community members in a systematic manner

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 8:17 pm