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At sixes and sevens, the ECIs growing credibility crisis

The Election Commission of Indias actions and questions around Forms 6 and 7 deepen doubts about its impartiality and transparency

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 2:00 am

Warming Himalayas demand a rethink on development

The cement is melting retreating glaciers and thawing permafrost are heightening disaster risks in the Indian Himalayan Region

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 1:51 am

Winning, differently: On the by-election results in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

Ruling parties sweep by-elections, but defections mar Tamil Nadu results

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 1:38 am

Realising Lohias vision among top posts

Lohia had warned that when more than four-fifths of a nations vital leadership is drawn from only one-fifth of its population, atrophy follows

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 1:19 am

A common language for justice

Perhaps, the way forward is not to replace one language with another, but to make the work of the court accessible in more Indian languages

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 1:08 am

Delhis winter action plan hit as new road sweeping machines delayed until November-end

Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa told The Hinduthat order has been issued for 70 large Mechanical Road Sweepers (MRS) machines and at least some of them are expected arrive by November.

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 1:04 am

India poised to woo global investments amid US curbs: INMECC

Urging the Central and State governments, along with private-sector stakeholders, to explore the emerging opportunity, the INMECC said it is actively engaged in facilitating investment opportunities in India.

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 1:03 am

Investigation reveals collection of party fund during Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhis tenure as School Education Minister, CCB tells Madras High Court

It makes the submission in a counter affidavit filed before Justice V. Lakshminarayanan in response to the former Ministers plea to quash the FIR against him

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 12:52 am

Osteoporosis awareness, detection camp on Oct. 20

Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them more susceptible to fractures. Early assessment, appropriate physical activity and timely medical advice can help people take steps to protect their bone health

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 12:37 am

27 relief camps readied for residents of flood-prone areas in Sholinganallur and Perungudi

Minister K.Vignesh inspects monsoon preparedness in some of the most flood prone areas in the southern part of the city

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 12:34 am

President appoints 6 Governors

New Delhi, Oct 12: The President of India has approved the appointment of six Governors across different states, according to a press communiqu issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday. The appointments include changes in the governorships of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand and Sikkim. The new appointments will take effect from the dates on [] The post President appoints 6 Governors appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 13 Oct 2026 12:27 am

YSRCP to focus on digital outreach, organisational strength for local body polls in A.P.

Sajjala instructs various wings of the party to identify alternative candidates for every seat

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 12:20 am

Low pressure over Bay of Bengal may bring rain to Andhra Pradesh from October 15

All three regions of the State may receive moderate showers from October 15 to 19, says IMD

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 12:18 am

No more protests at Jantar Mantar: Delhi Police names three new alternative venues | Ground Report

The Delhi Police de-notified Jantar Mantar as a designated venue for protests and demonstrations on October 12, 2026, replacing one of the capitals longest-established sites of public dissent with three alternative grounds farther from the seat of power.

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 12:11 am

Power Cuts Hit TN Secretariat, Ministers' Offices, Alleges PMK Chief

Ramadoss attributed the power cuts primarily to a significant gap between Tamil Nadu's electricity demand and power availability.

Deccan Chronicle 13 Oct 2026 12:03 am

People Will Not Accept DMK Blaming SIR Voter Deletions For Poll Defeat

But Stalin, who was the then chief minister, had himself given a confession statement in the Madurai meeting on how the voter list revision work had been conducted in Tamil Nadu.

Deccan Chronicle 12 Oct 2026 11:55 pm

Minister Distributes 42 Lakh Welfare Aid To Unorganised Sector Workers

Highlighting Tamil Nadus role as a pioneer in ensuring social security for the unorganised workforce, the department noted that the welfare boards provide comprehensive benefits.

Deccan Chronicle 12 Oct 2026 11:53 pm

By-poll debacle signals deep crisis for AIADMK in TN

The AIADMK suffered a significant blow in the recent Madurantakam and Dharapuram by-polls, seeing a sharp decline in its traditional vote base. The party came in a distant third in both seats, which were previously its strongholds, raising concerns about its leadership, strategy, and future in Tamil Nadu's political landscape, especially with the rise of the TVK.

Rediff 12 Oct 2026 11:51 pm

Visakh Refinery to get six new reactors

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 11:47 pm

Congress Seva Dal seeks case against Bhaskar Rao over fake news on Dhruv Rathee

In a representation dated October 10, Junaid P.K., president of the Brigade, alleged that Mr. Rao had created doubts about Mr. Rathees nationality by suggesting that he could be a foreign national.

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 11:42 pm

Police to step up surveillance on airport stretch

The stretch covering areas including Athani Junction and Airport Junction has come under heightened surveillance following the car-two-wheeler collision that claimed the lives of three youths on October 11.

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 11:41 pm

My Olympics preparation is not going to change much: Pranavi Urs

The golfer says the experience in Hangzhou helped her in Aichi-Nagoya where she won the individual gold and the team silver; feels that she benefitted by playing on the Ladies European Tour

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 11:35 pm

President appoints Governors for six states

President Droupadi Murmu has appointed governors for six states. President Droupadi Murmu made the following appointments of Governors: Om Prakash Mathur, Governor of Sikkim, has been appointed as Governor of Keralam. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Governor of Keralam appointed as Governor of Tamil Nadu. Braj Mohan Ram appointed as Governor of Odisha. Dr. Sudha Yadav appointed [] The post President appoints Governors for six states appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 12 Oct 2026 11:26 pm

Rajendra Arlekar Appointed Tamil Nadu Governor, Om Prakash Mathur to Head Keralam

Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has been appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu, as part of a major gubernatorial reshuffle effected by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday.

Deccan Chronicle 12 Oct 2026 11:26 pm

HC upholds striking down of G.O. cancelling enhanced pension to retired government doctors in T.N.

The judges held there cannot be a reduction of pension just to satiate the pleasure of Executive Officers deciding these issues

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 11:21 pm

T.N. achieves target of National AIDS Control Programme-Phase V: Health Minister

The Minister, while participating in an event on a State-level intensified IEC campaign on HIV/AIDS, says the prevalence of HIV/AIDS has been down by half in the State; it has dropped from 0.40% in 2010 to 0.19% in 2023 as a result of sustained and intensive awareness efforts by the State government and NGOs

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 11:12 pm

Restrictions on firecrackers: Supreme Court urges balance between religious sentiments and public health

Justice Joymalya Bagchi questions religious basis for bursting firecrackers; CJI cautions against restrictions which cannot be enforced on the ground, says people should be educated to reject harmful cracker varieties

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 11:09 pm

Seer held on charge of sexually exploiting woman on promise of marriage

The case was registered on October 8, based on a complaint by the victim.

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 11:08 pm

Over 3.85 lakh cases pending in 28 information commissions as of June 2026: report

The Report Card on the Performance of Information Commissions in India, 2025-26 says the number of appeals and complaints pending on June 30, 2026, in 28 information commissions stood at 3,85,716; in 2025, it was 4,13,972

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 11:04 pm

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna Meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thalapathy Vijay Ahead of

Telugu actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna recently paid a visit to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and former superstar Thalapathy Vijay in Chennai. The meeting, which took place ahead of the theatrical release of the duos upcoming multi-lingual film Ranabaali, left a lasting impression on the stars. A Warm Reception and Heartfelt Notes Sharing moments [] The post Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna Meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thalapathy Vijay Ahead of Ranabaali Release appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 12 Oct 2026 10:53 pm

Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna meet Tamil Nadu CM Vijay; 'Virosh meets Vijay,' say fans

Telugu actor Vijay Deverakonda, accompanied by popular actress Rashmika Mandanna, met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay. The meeting between Rashmika, Deverakonda and the Chief Minister was quite special. Deverakonda shared photos of the encounter on social media and penned a note praising Thalapathy.

India TV 12 Oct 2026 10:44 pm

INDIA bloc marches through Delhi, takes SIR protest to SC

Opposition presents a united front amid heavy police deployment but little interruption; Congress says 2.5 lakh people took part in the four-hour-long March for Democracy; most protesters Congress supporters who travelled from across the country

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 10:43 pm

Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, 3 Other States Get New Governors

Om Prakash Mathur, Governor of Sikkim, will be the new Governor of Kerala in place of Arlekar, a communique issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan said.

NDTV 12 Oct 2026 10:39 pm

France braces for fresh student demonstrations as Macron calls for respect

Students have blocked entrances to hundreds of lycees high schools for children 15 to 18 since late September to rail against poor classroom conditions, with squads of riot police deployed and occasionally violent clashes erupting

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 10:25 pm

Murmu reshuffles governors, makes some fresh appointments too

New Delhi: Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has been appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu as part of a major gubernatorial reshuffle effected by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday, October 12. Om Prakash Mathur, Governor of Sikkim, will be the new Governor of Keralam in place of Arlekar, a communique issued by the Rashtrapati Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 12 Oct 2026 10:19 pm

CIEL HR posts 19% growth in PAT, revenue up 27%

The Times of India 12 Oct 2026 10:17 pm

President Murmu Approves Appointments and Transfers of Governors in Six States

President Droupadi Murmu has approved new appointments and transfers for governors in six Indian states, including Kerala and Tamil Nadu. President Murmu Approves Appointments and Transfers of Governors in Six States

Daily Kiran 12 Oct 2026 10:04 pm

DMK says no need for it to join Congress-led protests after exit from INDIA bloc

Reacting to Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president Manickam Tagores claim that the DMK had stayed away from protests demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar out of fear of the BJP, the DMK said he should question Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays absence from the agitation

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 9:59 pm

Two die in road accident in Sivaganga

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 9:52 pm

President Appoints Braj Mohan Ram as Odisha

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday appointed senior Jharkhand BJP leader Braj Mohan Ram as the new Governor of Odisha. He will take over from the incumbent Governor, Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati. The appointment was part of a larger reshuffle of Governors announced by Rashtrapati Bhavan for six states Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand [] The post President Appoints Braj Mohan Ram as Odishas New Governor, Succeeds Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 12 Oct 2026 9:51 pm

President appoints 4 new state governors; switches governors for 2 states

Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has been appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu, as part of a major gubernatorial reshuffle effected by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday. Om Prakash Mathur, Governor of Sikkim, will be the new Governor of Keralam in place of Arlekar, a communique issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan said. Dushyant Gautam has been appointed the Governor of Sikkim, it said. Senior BJP leader from Jharkhand, Braj Mohan Ram, has been appointed as the Governor of Odisha. Sudha Yadav has been named the Governor of Karnataka and Dhal Singh Bisen will be Uttarakhand Governor, the communique said. These appointments will take effect from the dates they will assume charge of their respective offices, it added.

Business Standard 12 Oct 2026 9:50 pm

Northeast monsoon likely to set in over south peninsula in the net two to three days

Its arrival will coincide with the withdrawal of Southwest monsoon from the remaining parts of the country, says the Regional Meteorological Centre

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 9:49 pm

Entries invited for Kolu Kondattam 2026

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 9:47 pm

Keralam, Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Sikkim get new Governors

Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, who had been serving as Governor of Keralam, and had been given additional charge of Tamil Nadu in March this year, was appointed as Governor of Tamil Nadu

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 9:36 pm

Watch: Jantar Mantar no longer protest site; CJP, Oppn march to SC

SIR row: Opposition, Neha Bora lead march to Supreme Court as protests demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar continue

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 9:27 pm

Will PMK Join Tamil Nadu's Ruling Aliance? What Vijay's Minister Said

If PMK comes into the TVK alliance, we will walk out. The ministerial post is less important to me than Thol Thirumavalavan and the VCK, Vanni Arasu said at a party meeting in Tindivanam on Sunday, reiterating that his party would not be part of an alliance that includes the PMK or the BJP.

NDTV 12 Oct 2026 9:24 pm

President appoints new governors in six states, Arlekar moves to Tamil Nadu, Om Mathur to Keralam

President Droupadi Murmu has appointed new Governors in six states, according to an official announcement. As per the appointments: Om Prakash Mathur, the Governor of Sikkim, has been appointed Governor of Kerala. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, the Governor of...

India TV 12 Oct 2026 9:22 pm

Donald Trump defends Russia diesel deal as lawmakers from both parties complain

Donald Trump said that Russia had agreed to supply diesel to global markets, and his administration temporarily lifted U.S. sanctions on Russian fuel designed to deprive Moscow of revenue for its war on Ukraine

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 9:21 pm

Govt appoints four new state governors; switches governors for two states

The President's office announced the appointment of new governors for multiple Indian states on Monday. Braj Mohan Ram, Dr Sudha Yadav, Dr Dhal Singh Bisen, and Dushyant Gautam were appointed as governors for Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, and Sikkim, respectively. Om Prakash Mathur was appointed as the new Governor of Kerala after serving in Sikkim. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar was appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu after serving in Kerala.

The Economic Times 12 Oct 2026 9:20 pm

Tamil Nadu MLA Seeks to Quash FIR Over Unauthorized Banner in Madras High Court

ECR MLA P. Saravanan petitions Madras High Court to dismiss FIR regarding unauthorized banners in Chennai. Tamil Nadu MLA Seeks to Quash FIR Over Unauthorized Banner in Madras High Court

Daily Kiran 12 Oct 2026 9:19 pm

BJP chief accepts Ministers challenge on SIR

The BJP leader also launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, accusing him of using references to Hindu deities for political gains

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 9:14 pm

CISF personnel at Mangaluru International Airport get Veer Sadan barracks

New facility accommodates bachelors in the Airport Security Group of CISF; it provides furnished accommodation

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 8:50 pm

Srisailam Project earns place in World Book of Records

Superintending Engineer of Srisailam Project attributes the award to the projects engineering features, which includes the massive crest gates measuring 60x55 feet, a unique engineering unmatched by any other project in South Asia

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 8:49 pm