Baranica Elangovan smashes national pole vault record
Bhubaneswar, March 24: Seasoned Tamil Nadu athlete Baranica Elangovan smashed the overall national record in womens pole vault event in a stunning performance, clearing a height of 4.22m on the opening day of the National Indoor Championships here on Tuesday. The 29-year-old Baranica, a three-time national outdoor champion, cleared 4.22m to better the earlier national []
AIADMK Unveils Welfare Schemes Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections
Chennai, March 25: Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections scheduled for April 23, the AIADMK has made significant electoral promises. On Tuesday, the partys General Secretary, Edappadi K. Palaniswami, announced several welfare measures aimed at the electorate. Among the key promises is the distribution of free refrigerators to all holders of rice ration cards ... Read more AIADMK Unveils Welfare Schemes Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections
Kamal Haasans Bold Move: MNM to Support DMK in 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections
Chennai, March 25: Kamal Haasan, the founder of Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) and a prominent actor, made a significant announcement on Tuesday. He declared that his party will not contest any seats directly in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections and will provide unconditional support to candidates from the DMK-led alliance. In his statement, Haasan ... Read more Kamal Haasans Bold Move: MNM to Support DMK in 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections
Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: DMDK allotted 10 seats, DMK likely to contest in 175 seats
DMDK allocated 10 seats in SPA; Makkal Needhi Maiam founder Kamal Haasan opted out of the poll fray but extended full support to the DMK-led SPA
The distribution of free refrigerators to women beneficiaries of thePDS, the revision of electricity tariff on common facilities in multi-storey apartments, and the increase in horizontal reservation for government school students in admission to the medical courses from 7.5% to 10.5% are among the highlights of the manifesto
Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Kamal Haasans Makkal Needhi Maiam decides not to contest in polls
DMK Alliance Secures 10 Seats for DMDK Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections
Chennai, March 25: Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) has secured 10 seats within the Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) led by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). This development is seen as a significant step towards the partys political revival. The seat allocation was finalized during a meeting between ... Read more DMK Alliance Secures 10 Seats for DMDK Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections
Bicycles for girls to 3 free cylinders: Delhi CM Guptas pro-women announcements
Looking back at the lockdown, lessons in leadership
Tamil Nadus COVID-19 response showcased leadership, coordination, determination, and a commitment to protect lives
56 free tests for newborns,750 new Arogya Mandirs: Delhi govt. earmarks 13,034 crore for health
Inflated, misleading, detached: AAP, Congress criticise budget
With 1.03 lakh crore, BJP govt. bets big on infra again
Education, health, and transport sectors get highest allocation in Rekha Guptas second budget;Chief Minister says her govt. infused Prime Minister Modis mantra of infrastructure push based on scope, scale, speed, and skill into Delhis development
Deepening global corruption as a pointer for India
Transparency must become a national priority as governance credibility has become a competitive economic variable
Statues of Kakori martyrs razed in U.P.; Oppn. terms it insult to freedom fighters
Cowardly bully: On Donald Trump and the Iran war
Trump should end the war and ask Israel to leave Iran alone
Political poker: On the Puducherry Assembly election, the political players
Confusion prevails among all the main players in Puducherry
Plans to set upDITIAayogsoon, push for EV policy, says Delhi CM
Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections: MK Stalin objects to 2011 Census basis for women's quota
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has raised concerns over the use of the 2011 Census for women's reservation in legislative bodies, asserting that this tactic appears to be politically charged as elections loom. While he is an advocate for women's representation, he argues for a more equitable delimitation process tied to the 2026 Census.
Ryan Williams likely for India debut; Jamil names squad for Hong Kong qualifier
Williams was included in the squad after FIFA cleared his change of association, paving the way for the 31-year-old winger to represent India at the senior international level
Health of Delhis economy: fiscal deficit widens by 62% in 2025-26 as revenue falls
Pasupati Acrylon temporarily shuts plant after war delays raw material supplies
The company said the reopening of the plan will depend on the arrival of vessel of raw materials
Kamal Haasans Party MNM Will Not Contest Tamil Nadu Elections
Chennai, March 25: Actor-politician Kamal Haasan announced on Tuesday that his party, Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM), will not participate in the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections. Instead, the party will offer unconditional support to the DMK-led coalition. He cited broader political priorities and the interests of the state as reasons for this decision. Addressing party ... Read more Kamal Haasans Party MNM Will Not Contest Tamil Nadu Elections
Anganwadi workers call off protest after Karnataka government agrees to fulfil demands
Anganwadi workers called off their protest on Tuesday evening after the government reportedly promised to fulfill their demands, including the release of gratuity of about 183 crore to retired anganwadi workers.
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: On rebels and mini-screen actors
Defectors dominate headlines in Kerala as it gears up for a high-stakes election
JICA funds Bengaluru Metro phase 3
The project is scheduled to be completed by January 2032, with invitations for consulting services expected to be issued in April 2026. The tender announcement for the initial procurement package for civil works for the viaduct portion is planned for May 2026.
Click & Commit Campaign launched on World TB Day
The event was organised by a Chennai-based non-profit
Residents want the government to implement social welfare measures for the economically disadvantaged. Other demands include redevelopment of dilapidated TNUHDB houses, establishment of a maternity hospital, and flood mitigation measures, particularly in areas along the coastline
Katpadi residents seek solution to heavy traffic congestion, lack of jobs for local youth
Fire put out at Vellore Corporation landfill site
Justice C. Saravanan rejects the 2023 writ petition filed against an assessment order passed in 2022 by treating the 7 crore as unexplained expenditure
While one condition was a guarantee on the demand for Statehood for Puducherry, the other was against the inclusion of Latchiya Jananayaka Katchi (LJK) in the alliance
Sharmila questions massive concessions for AMNS steel plant
Farmers bodies plan protests from March 30 in A.P., demand MSP for crops
Minister warns officials over delay in irrigation projects
NDA Allocates 5 Seats to Tamil Manila Congress Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections
Chennai, March 25: Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the NDA coalition, led by the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), has allocated five seats to the Tamil Manila Congress (Moopanar). This agreement was finalized in the presence of Piyush Goyal, the BJP in-charge for Tamil Nadu, effectively resolving the uncertainty surrounding seat ... Read more NDA Allocates 5 Seats to Tamil Manila Congress Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections
CPI(M) demands rollback of G.O. on smart prepaid power meters
Interview | Im trying to win every tournament I play and learn asmuch as I can: Anahat Singh
The 18-year-old Indian squash star aims to crack the top-10 as early as possible; she hopes to win gold at the Asian Games and take a decisive step towards LA 2028
Dravidian Model 2.0 a necessity, says Kamal Haasan
Modi, Dissanayake discuss energy cooperation over telephone call
PM, Sri Lankan President discuss the war in West Asia, and the disruption in global supply chains
Trinamool claims that police observer appointedin West Bengals Malda is husband of BJP leader
The Trinamool Congress claimed that that ECI appointed police observer to Malda is husband of an active, card-holding BJP leader from Bihar. The ECI has appointed 84 police observers to WB for the upcoming elections, a move that has been opposed by the TMC
Manipur village attacked for second time, students also fired upon
Armed extremists fire at Mongkot Chepu village in Ukhrul district for the second successive day on Tuesday
Three absconding accused arrested
Protest against Sunrisers Hyderabad team management for neglecting Telangana players
Experts guide entrepreneurs on funding and resources at ALEAP exhibition
Health Minister inaugurates Heart Lung machine at KGH
When the Chief Justice steps away
The recusal of CJI Surya Kant from the Chief Election Commissioner appointment law challenge case raises important questions about conflict of interest, the doctrine of necessity, and the limits of pre-emptive judicial direction, as well as the need for a statute governing judicial recusal
BaranicaElangovanvaults to a new mark in National Indoor championships
Kerala Assembly Polls 2026: Strict action to be taken against fake, misleading social media content
IPL 2026 Countdown: Tackling resource crunch a big task for Kolkata Knight Riders
The bowling department looks depleted after injuries to medium-pacers Harshit and Akash Deep; the strong batting unit has the wherewithal to make up lost ground
Illegal pickle unit busted in Hyderabad, one arrested; unhygienic stock worth 3 lakh seized
Court cannot sit in judgment on a communitys belief, says Travancore Devaswom Board
Temple board files submissions in Supreme Court regarding entry of women of all ages into Sabarimala shrine; courts review hearing to start on April 7; Kerala govt. had softened its stance on the issue
Kamal Haasan's MNM Won't Contest Tamil Nadu Polls, Backs DMK Unconditionally
Sources indicate that the DMK had offered MNM just two to three seats, insisting the party fight under its symbol.
Interlopers & Tamil-Stalin Pride: What will decide results of 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly polls
As Tamil Nadu heads into its 17th Assembly election, Chief Minister M K Stalin appears confident of retaining power, leaning on a strong alliance network and an expansive welfare agenda that targets key voter groups, especially women. However, the political landscape has grown more complex with actor-turned-politician Vijay emerging as a disruptor, drawing significant youth attention and potentially splitting anti-DMK votes.
NHRC issues notice to Delhi govt. over Palam fire incident
NHRC notice stated fire Brigade teams hydraulic crane developed some technical snag resulting in delayed rescue operation
NHAI-sponsored InvIT gets listed on the BSE
The public InvIT, regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), is aimed at widening investor participation in the countrys highway infrastructure sector
Tamil Nadu election 2026: DMK allots 10 seats to DMDK, eight to VCK
Karnataka High Court issues notice on PIL over hardships caused by Rajajinagar private school
The petitioner has also claimed that the school has constructed a new building, allegedly in the buffer area of a stormwater drain sans any approval
Belagavi district administration urges people to use fuel judiciously
RCB acquired by consortium for 166 billion
It has been sold to a consortium comprising Aditya Birla Group, The Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstones perpetual private equity strategy, BXPE for a total consideration of 166.6 billion
Unlocking the Engine of Growth: Why Indias Sovereign AI Revolution is the CEOs New Best Friend
HDFC Life Insurance gets I-T order for 172 crore
Consisting of 126.46 crore tax demand, 45.55 crore interest, and nil penalty, the order from the Income Tax authorities in Mumbai is for Assessment Year 2023-24 (financial year 2022-23) and related to multiple alleged violations
2026 polls: AIADMK announces free refrigerator to ration cardholders
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami announced free refrigerators for all rice category of ration cardholders if his party is voted to power in the 2026 Assembly election.
Speeding car kills 4-year-old girl student
The distribution of free refrigerators to women beneficiaries of thePDS, the revision of electricity tariff on common facilities in multi-storey apartments, and the increase in horizontal reservation for government school students in admission to the medical courses from 7.5% to 10.5% are among the highlights of the manifesto
CPI(M) leader Vellanad Sasi surrenders in porcupine killing case
A case had been registered against him under non-bailable sections of the Wild Life (Protection) Act
Baranika Elangovan Sets National Record in Pole Vault at Indoor Athletics Championship
Bhubaneswar, March 24: In a remarkable display of athleticism, Baranika Elangovan, a 29-year-old pole vaulter from Tamil Nadu, set a new national record during the first day of the National Indoor Athletics Championship. The event took place at the Indoor Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, where Baranika cleared a height of 4.22 meters in the ... Read more Baranika Elangovan Sets National Record in Pole Vault at Indoor Athletics Championship
Sports build character, career paths, says former international badminton player
Ahom heartland fight gets a friendly twist, as the BJP fields a candidate against ally AGP
Creating a triangular contest in Sibsagar, BJP gives a ticket to former ULFA leader Kushal Dowari to take on the AGPs Prodip Hazarika, as well as Raijor Dal president Akhil Gogoi, the incumbent MLA
General and Expenditure Observers appointed for Pudukottai
Plea to prevent dumping of waste in forest area
Towing to resume in Bengaluru soon
Weapons banned in Ernakulam in view of Assembly elections
Russia fires nearly 400 drones at Ukraine with signs its spring offensive has started
Moscow's army stepped up efforts to break through Ukrainian front-line defence in what could be the start of an anticipated spring ground offensive
India an essential U.S. partner in Indo-Pacific, says top Trump official
India and the U.S. desire an Indo-Pacific in which no one power can dominate, said a senior Pentagon official, but did not make any reference to the Quad while detailing the Trump administrations policy for the region.
Watch: Delhi Budget 2026 explained: Rekha Guptas big spending plan
Delhi Chief Minister and Finance Minister Rekha Gupta has presented a 1.03 lakh crore Budget for 2026-27, describing it as a green budget under the triple-engine government.
Freebies in Tamil Nadu politics: What the Supreme Court said
In this episode of Tamil Nadu Elections with The Hindu, D Suresh Kumar explains what the Supreme Court of India has actually said about election freebies, especially in cases linked to Tamil Nadu.
TN Elections 2026: The Hindu talks to Chennais Villivakkam constituency
Once Chennais largest constituency, Villivakkam reflects the citys evolving urban landscape as it heads into the Assembly elections. The video explores its political history, emerging new players, and residents voices on unresolved issues such as public transport disruptions, sanitation, cattle menace, inflation, and incomplete infrastructure projects. Despite recent improvements in flood mitigation and healthcare, voters say everyday challenges continue to shape their electoral choices.
How would you react if you were in power at Centre, and a rival CM did this? SC asks Mamata Banerjee
Courts query comes in reaction to submissions made by both Ms. Banerjee and State of West Bengal that Directorate of Enforcement (ED) cannot move Supreme Court directly under Article 32 of Constitution, crying violation of its fundamental rights.
Fuel shortage fears grip Hyderabad; panic buying chokes petrol pumps
Lok Sabha passes Transgender Rights Amendment Bill amid opposition uproar
The Lok Sabha on March 24, 2026 passed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, by voice vote.
An Alto car, gold and piggy banks: Why Kashmir is raising money for Iran
Irans war with Israel and the United States has triggered a wave of solidarity far beyond its borders and in Kashmir and Ladakh that support is now taking a strikingly personal form.
Karnataka past its demographic peak, job quality is key: Report
The median age for Karnataka, as per the report, is 32. The highest is recorded by Kerala at 39 while Bihar has the lowest median age of 22
Karnataka home to 274 springs; Belagavi district tops list with 59
States first Spring Census notes that Western Ghats and Malnad regions are primary hubs for spring formation due to high rainfall and favourable geological conditions
Karnataka received less than 50% of funds allocated by Centre under JJM: Audit report
The state received 11,189.37 crore about 45% of the total allocation of 24,819.48 crore due to poor engagement with the scheme
Examine ill-effects of Conocarpus trees before future plantation, Karnataka High Court directs GBA
It has been pointed out in the petition that the States of Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have already prohibited planting of saplings of Conocarpus species
DMDK allocated 10 seats in SPA; Makkal Needhi Maiam founder Kamal Haasan opted out of the poll fray but extended full support to the DMK-led SPA
The Minister reiterated that recovery could not be enforced immediately as the dues were under dispute
