Privilege versus free speech case in Supreme Court disposed of in half an hour after two-decade wait
Supreme Court quickly disposes a 20-year privilege vs. free speech case after the Tamil Nadu Assembly resolution was withdrawn
CM announces 10 lakh, govt. jobs for members of national blind womens cricket team from Karnataka
World No. 1 Jannik Sinners 2026 season ends with knee injury
Sinners absence could open the door for Alexander Zverev to finish the year at the top of the world rankings
Indias Asian Games 2026 medal stars: From Kumkum Mohod to Pranavi Urs
Eleven of Indias 21 gold medals came in the final two days, with 17-year-old archer Kumkum Mohod and golfer Pranavi Urs scripting history
Why are States divided over the mining amendment?
Amendment curbs States fiscal powers, but their responses vary with dependence and political alignment
Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi lead protest demanding CECs resignation
Tata Sierra gets new Legend series and Dark Edition: Key features explained
Tata Motors has added two new variants to the Sierra line-up in India, expanding the SUVs choice of specifications and styling. The Legend Series focuses on equipment, bringing features from higher variants to more accessible versions, while the Dark Edition gets a distinct exterior and interior treatment without any mechanical changes
India, Switzerland sign key agreements on visas, defence and technology
India and Switzerland have signed five agreements covering migration, mobility, transport, research and technology. The new mobility partnership provides for multiple-entry visas valid for up to five years and renewable one-year student permits. The two countries also discussed expanding cooperation in defence, military exchanges, defence production and nuclear energy.
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav detained as INDIA bloc MPs marched from Parliament to the ECI HQ
Delhi Police detained SP chief Akhilesh Yadav on October 6, as INDIA bloc MPs marched from Parliament to the Election Commission HQ, demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation.
One more FIR over alleged fake Form-7 applications to delete 136 voters at Malleswaram in Bengaluru
The FIR was registered on October 5 based on a complaint by Anoop Iyengar, 47, a Congress leader and the partys candidate from Malleswaram in the 2023 Karnataka Assembly elections
Delhi Police wear body cameras at INDIA bloc protest, days after sexual harassment allegations
Three women journalists, including one who has accused Assistant Commissioner of Police Vivek Bhagat of assault, alleged sexual harassment by police personnel during an earlier Opposition protest at Jantar Mantar
Vote chor Gyanesh should resign: Kalyan Banerjee
An incessant flow of music from Indudhar Nirodi displayed the latitude of the singer's riyaz and sadhana
VMPL Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 6: What began as an after-hours travel initiative while its founder was working in the Maldives has developed into a South India-based travel company with a 20-plus-member team, physical offices and a growing portfolio of domestic and international destinations. Founded by Kalaiarasan Loganathan on September 20, 2021, TheTourist360 today operates across honeymoon travel, international holidays, group tours, customised travel, resort holidays, domestic tourism and celebrity and influencer-led travel experiences. The company's origins are closely linked to Kalaiarasan's professional experience in the Maldives. Born and brought up in Vellakovil in Tamil Nadu's Tiruppur district, Kalaiarasan entered the tourism industry after completing his engineering education. He subsequently worked in the Maldives, including as an Airport Representative at Velana International Airport. His work there exposed him to international travellers, airport operations,...
SC Closes 22-Year-Old TN Privilege Case, Leaves Free Speech Questions Open
The proceedings concerned a reference arising out of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly's action against journalists, including N Ravi, in 2003 over articles and editorials published in The Hindu and Murasoli relating to proceedings in the assembly
Cross-border drug racket busted in Jammu; two arrested
Rahul Kumar and Ajay Kumar were arrested with a pistol and one kg of narcotics after admitting links to Pakistan-based handlers and receiving drone-dropped consignments
Tamil Nadu: DMK MP Kanimozhi inspects flyover work; Raises GST revenue, nurses' protest issues
DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Tuesday inspected the ongoing flyover construction work at Keela Eral near Ettayapuram in Thoothukudi district. She enquired with officials about the progress of the project and received petitions from members of the public. Vilathikulam MLA G V Markandeyan was also present during the inspection. Speaking to reporters, Kanimozhi said,
Karnataka hikes Asian Games medal cash awards; gold medallists to get 1 crore
For the first time, the government has also sanctioned a 5 lakh incentive for each of the 20 Karnataka athletes who qualified for and participated in the Asian Games
4 students injured as protest erupts at Central University of Kerala during Vande Mataram seminar
Students allege that police assaulted them during confrontation and tore their clothes while trying to control protesters
From Iraq to Gaza: A Long Trail of Damage
Drop Shot EP 12 | Inside Ghamasaan, Bar Stormy, 1960s Madras rock & Yuvan symphonic journey
In this episode of Drop Shot, we bring you four stories from cinema and cocktails to the musical history of Madras and the world of symphonic film scores, explore four stories from The Hindu. Tigmanshu Dhulia and Pratik Gandhi discuss their characters and the minimalistic approach behind Ghamasaan. Take a look inside Bar Stormy, Yangdup Lamas new cocktail bar in Hyderabad. Travel back to 1960s Madras and discover its rock n roll scene through musicians, memories and archival photographs. Yuvan Shankar Raja also speaks about his first symphonic concert, his background scores and bringing his film music to a symphonic setting.
Drop Shot EP 11 | A singer, an exhibition, a film and a festival
In this episode of Drop Shot, we bring you four stories spanning music, art, cinema and culture. Carnatic singer Sikkil Gurucharan explores the connection between Carnatic music and pop culture, while a Bengaluru exhibition traces the evolving image of mother and child across cultures. We also look at the making of Kannada found-footage horror film Video and meet Bengali artisans in Visakhapatnam shaping clay Ganesha idols ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Far-right election win leaves migrants questioning their future in eastern Germany
Many immigrants in Saxony-Anhalt fear deportations and restrictions on asylum after the Alternative for Germanys best-ever regional election result put it in a strong position to form the state government
Man stabbed to death in Madurai over previous enmity
Watch: Supreme Courts verdict on Preamble of the Constitution
In a crucial verdict, the Supreme Court of India on November 25th upheld the inclusion of the words socialist and secular in the Preamble of the Constitution through the 42nd Constitutional Amendment in 1976
Drop Shot Ep. 08 | New Tamil Rom-Com, Sunflower Fields, Crazy Mohan & Kargils Food Stories
Drop Shot Ep. 08 | New Tamil Rom-Com, Sunflower Fields, Crazy Mohan & Kargils Food Stories
Four arrested in Andhras Nellore after video of youth being attacked with beer bottle goes viral
Jharkhand SIR: ECI to hold camps at every polling station on October 10 for eligible voters
ECI to hold polling-station camps on October 10, 2026 in Jharkhand to assist eligible voters, including vulnerable groups, with SIR-2026 enrolment
All arrangements in place for Thattanchavady bypoll in Puducherry on Tuesday
As per the final count, the constituency had 26, 921 voters, which is 305 electors more than those registered during the Assembly elections held in April 2026
This Bengaluru engineer has built an AI-powered app to report potholes
Pothole Reporter uses AI to detect potholes, map their locations, identify the responsible civic body and contractor, and send complaints to municipal authorities
Jeffrey Archer: A collection of interviews and book reviews
The Hindu has followed Jeffrey Archers oeuvre extensively over the years, featuring interviews with the best-selling author and reviews of his books
Video clip of Dharapuram TVK candidate saying she spent 31 crore on poll submitted to ECI
In the video, it is unclear whether P. Sathyabama was referring to the 2026 Assembly election or the subsequent bypoll
Indian fishermen participate in Rosatoms unique International Fishing Tournament
Rosatom organised an International Fishing Tournament near Russias Kalinin Nuclear Power Plant in the Tver region, bringing together 22 amateur anglers and 28 journalists and experts from 11 countries, including India. The Indian team comprised Tamil Nadu fishing enthusiasts Ziegen Joseph and Chandrasekar Ravi.
A look at the first Model Peace Summit held at Kings College India
Supreme Court agrees to hear urgently Punjabs plea against CBI probe linked to CM Manns office
The allegations raised by the ED against public servants and private individuals linked to the AAP government include corruption in transfers and postings, policy manipulation, cash for tenders, and other serious irregularities
Tamil Nadu bypolls: Madurantakam and Dharapuram record 35.55% and 37.28% polling as of 11 a.m.
Polling was halted in a booth in Dharapuram; technical glitches in EVMs were reported at two polling stations in Madurantakam
Tamil Nadu bypolls: Madurantakam and Dharapuram record 35.55% and 37.28% polling as of 11 a.m.
Polling was halted in a booth in Dharapuram; technical glitches in EVMs were reported at two polling stations in Madurantakam
Rebel AAP MLAs poser on education revolution in Punjab: a reality check
AAP has since made school education a central part of its political identity. Its initiatives include the Schools of Eminence scheme, teacher training, foundational-learning programmes, and larger parent-teacher meetings.
Forum condemns Delhi Police over inaction against ACP
As many as 30% of Praja Seva applications resolved, says Belagavi DC
According to the DC, most of the grievances were about the Forest Department, Public Works Department, Revenue Department, and matters related to the allocation of cremation grounds and school building construction
Harmanpreet Kaur steps down as captain of India women's team
The 37-year-old led the Indian T20 side for a decade, taking over the position in 2016, and was elevated to ODI captaincy in 2022 before becoming the all-format leader in 2023
GHMC town planning official caught taking 4 lakh bribe, 2.5 lakh unaccounted cash seized
Tulasiram Sunitha allegedly demanded 8 lakh to ignore speaking orders issued by the GHMC Deputy Commissioner, allow the complainant to continue with the building construction and refrain from causing further harassment
Odisha to create additional storage for rice to accommodate paddy glut
The Odisha government proposes to develop 10 lakh metric tonnes of additional storage capacity under the Odisha State Private Entrepreneur Scheme (OSPEG) framework
Review | Paul Zacharias 50 Stories is a rich blend of the ordinary and the bizarre
The veteran Malayalam author remains as wild and fearless as ever, his writing stirring a complex mix of emotions while retaining a deeply human core
Venkateshs Aadarsha Kutumbam - AK 47 postponed; new release date to the announced
Producer Naga Vamsi confirms that the film directed by Trivikram Srinivas, slated for October 9, is facing delay in post-production work. Sree Vishnus Comrade Kalyan releases on the same day as planned
Jeffrey Archer, best-selling U.K. author and politician, dies aged 86
The author led a life as colourful as the characters in his novels, which sold over 300 million copies, according to his website
Bengal bypoll: AJUP chief Humayun Kabir detained in Rejinagar after verbal altercation with police
The police reached the AUJP office in Rejinagar and told him that he cannot be present in the office in view of polling day
Heavy Rainfall Expected in Five Tamil Nadu Districts
Tamil Nadu forecasts heavy rainfall and strong winds in five districts due to a low-pressure system affecting the region. Heavy Rainfall Expected in Five Tamil Nadu Districts
Tamil Nadu, Puducherry Bypolls Record Brisk Voting, Turnout Tops 15% By 9 AM
Madurantakam, Dharapuram And Thattanchavady Record Strong Early Turnout
Chief Minister S. Joseph Vijay will honor the 14th batch of Deputy Superintendents of Police at a graduation ceremony in Chennai. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister to Attend Graduation Ceremony for 14th Batch of Deputy Superintendents of Police
Heavy security, barricades in Delhi ahead of INDIA blocs SIR protest
Madras High Court Rejects PIL Against TVK Govt
The Madras High Court on Monday, 5 October 2026, dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the Tamil Nadu governments Vettri Payanam scheme, which provides free bus travel for women and transgender persons in mofussil government buses, as reported in Times of India. The PIL was filed by N Kalamani, a private bus operator who [] The post Madras High Court Rejects PIL Against TVK Govts Vettri Payanam Scheme, Tells Private Bus Operator To Challenge GO appeared first on The Commune .
Bypoll elections: Voting begins in 5 seats across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu & Puducherry
Voting begins in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Puducherry bypolls
Polling began Tuesday for five Assembly and one Lok Sabha bypoll across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam and Puducherry, with counting scheduled for October 9
Wipro Circle in Hyderabads Financial District to be renamed Dr. Manmohan Singh Circle
Ganesh procession organiser held a month after 19-year-old died amid crowd commotion
YSRCPs new Bheemunipatnam coordinator Botcha Anusha vows to bring Jagan back to power in 2029
The daughter of MLC Botcha Satyanarayana says she has bought a flat at Rushikonda to stay close to the cadre and people, and alleges the NDAs Super Six promises have failed
Indian states seek extra power to avoid outages as nighttime supply tightens, officials say
NEW DELHI, Oct 6 (Reuters) Several Indian states are seeking additional power allocations from the federal government to avoid outages as weak hydropower output and maintenance at some plants have reduced electricity supply during the night, two federal government officials said. Rajasthan and Gujarat, among Indias leading renewable-energy states, have sought additional supplies, along with other states including Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Union Territory Delhi, the officials said. The federal government typically has access to about 14 to 15 gigawatts of electricity from coal and hydropower plants that it can allocate to
CM Vijay to attend passing out parade of 14th batch of DSPs on Wednesday
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 6 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister S. Joseph Vijay will attend the passing-out parade and graduation ceremony of the 14th batch of Deputy Superintendents of Police at the Tamil Nadu Police Academy on Wednesday. The ceremony will begin at 4 p.m. at the Tamil Nadu Police higher training ground at Unamancheri, near Vandalur, on the outskirts of Chennai. It will mark the completion of training by the batch of officers preparing to take up their responsibilities in the police force. CM Vijay, who will be the chief guest, will watch the passing-out parade and present trophies and medals to officers who distinguished themselves in different categories during their training. He will also deliver an address congratulating the graduating officers. The programme brings together the formal graduation ceremony and the parade, with the presentation of awards recognising achievement among members of the batch. The honours will acknowledge officers who excelled in the respective training categories. An invitation issued by Tamil Nadu Director General of Police and Head of the Police Force, Mahesh Kumar Agarwal, said ministers, Members of Parliament, Members of the Legislative Assembly and representatives of local bodies would attend the function. Senior government officials and other prominent invitees are also expected to be present, according to the invitation. Their participation will accompany the recognition of the officers completion of training at the academy. The graduating officers will be the focus of the evenings proceedings, which will include the parade, the distribution of medals and trophies, and the Chief Ministers congratulatory address. The event will celebrate both the completion of the batchs training and the achievements of its award-winning members. The academy has scheduled the ceremony for the afternoon, with the higher training ground at Unamancheri serving as the venue for the parade and related proceedings. The location is near Vandalur in Chennai. The invitation also records the occasion according to the Tamil calendar, identifying it as the 20th day of Purattasi in Thiruvalluvar Year 2057. For the 14th batch of Deputy Superintendents of Police, the October 7 function will mark a formal milestone as they graduate from the academy. The presence of the Chief Minister, the head of the state police force and other invited dignitaries will form part of the ceremony honouring the officers and their training achievements.
Pretty in pink, but Malarikkals lilies worry ecologists
A two-year study for the Kerala State Biodiversity Board finds the water lily, which appeared in Malarikkal after the 2018 floods, has shown unprecedented and uncontrolled growth; ecologists flag its impact on local aquatic plants, water flow and sunlight penetration, besides concerns over methane emissions from decaying plant biomass; the seasonal bloom has transformed Malarikkal into a tourism hotspot, bringing additional income to farmers, boat operators and local residents
Between empathy and social dominance: sensitising the IITs
Why thinking matters more than speed in Maths
Finishing first is not always a sign of being good at Maths. What is important is the time taken to question, explore, make connections, and arrive at an answer
15 MPs representing India's political, geographic diversity at UN General Assembly
Digital Desk | United Nations, Oct 6 (IANS) Fifteen members of Parliament, representing the political and geographic diversity of India have joined the India's delegation to General Assembly, showcasing the nation's democracy. They paid homage on Monday to Mahatma Gandhi at his statue on the UN campus before heading out to their General Assembly assignments. India's Permanent Representative P Harish, the senior diplomat who heads India's UN Mission, briefed the MPs on India's engagement with the UN. The MPs met with Assistant Secretary-General Kanni Wignaraja, who is also the regional director for Asia and the Pacific, and discussed the work of the UN Development Programme in India. During the meeting, they explored how parliamentarians can advance the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. The MPs plunged immediately into their assignments representing India. Two of the BJP MPs, Banshilal Gurjar from Madhya Pradesh and C P Joshi from Rajasthan, spoke in Hindi with simultaneous translation. Gurjar addressed the Assembly's Fifth Committee that deals with budgetary and administrative matters on the scale of assessments for the apportionment of UN expenses. C P Joshi, who heads the Parliament Committee on Petitions, addressed the Second Committee that deals with economic and financial matters. Gumma Thanuja Rani, a YSR Congress MP from Andhra Pradesh, spoke in English on the organisation of work at the Fifth Committee. Traditionally, MPs reinforce India's presence at the General Assembly during the months after its new session begins in September. There are six MPs from the BJP, and besides Joshi and Gurjar, they are Mahima Kumari Mewar from Rajasthan; Biplab Kumar Deb, BJP national general secretary from Tripura; Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri from Karnataka; and Sikander Kumar from Himachal Pradesh. The two Congress Party MPs in the delegation are Rahul Kaswan from Rajasthan and Anil Kumar Yadav from Telangana. The others, besides them, are LK Sudhish of Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam from Tamil Nadu; Asit Mal of the Trinamool Congress from West Bengal; Smajwadi Party's Priya Saroj from Uttar Pradesh; Lovely Anand of the Janata Dal (United) from Bihar; Sanjay Yadav of the Rashtriya Janata Dal also from Bihar, and Rajabhau Waje of the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) from Maharashtra.
TN bypolls: Voting underway in Madurantakam, Dharapuram amid tight security
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 6 (IANS) Polling commenced in the Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu on Tuesday amid extensive security arrangements, following an intensive campaign involving the states leading political figures and their respective party candidates. Voting began at 7 a.m. at 285 polling stations in Madurantakam, in Chengalpattu district, and 320 in Dharapuram, in Tiruppur district. Polling will continue until 6 pm, with counting scheduled for October 9. The bypolls were necessitated by the resignations of AIADMK legislators Maragatham Kumaravel and Sathyabama, who subsequently joined Chief Minister Vijays Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). Both are contesting to regain their seats as TVK candidates. Madurantakam has 27 candidates, including Kumaravel, the DMKs Paranthaman, the AIADMKs Ganitha Sampath, the CPI(M)s Sugandhi and Naam Tamilar Katchis Janakiraman. In Dharapuram, 22 candidates, including independents, are in the fray. The principal contestants include TVKs Sathyabama, AIADMKs Bhanumathi, DMKs Sukanya, Naam Tamilar Katchis Karthika and CPIs Lakshmanan. Madurantakam has 2,13,788 registered voters, while Dharapuram has 2,23,306. Together, the two constituencies account for 4,37,094 voters, with election officials completing preparations for polling after campaigning ended. Security deployment in Madurantakam includes 2,614 police personnel and 480 members of the Central Armed Police Forces. Around 1,000 police personnel have been deployed in Dharapuram to oversee security during voting. Electronic voting machines and associated equipment were dispatched to polling stations on Monday. In Madurantakam, distribution took place from the Agriculture Department office opposite the taluk office, with each vehicle carrying voting equipment accompanied by armed police. In Dharapuram, officials transported electronic voting machines, control units and voter-verifiable paper audit trail machines to polling locations. A total of 1,486 personnel, including polling officials and observers, are engaged in election duties in the constituency. Polling station No. 72 at the Government Higher Secondary School in Kallapiranpuram, Madurantakam, has been designated exclusively for women voters. The campaign saw CM Vijay canvassing for TVK candidates, while DMK president M.K. Stalin and Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin sought support for their partys nominees. AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami and Naam Tamilar Katchi chief coordinator Seeman also campaigned for their respective candidates. Polling is also being held on Tuesday in Puducherrys Thattanchavady Assembly constituency. Votes cast there will also be counted on October 9, when the results of all three bypolls are scheduled to be announced.
Voting begins in six by-elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam and Puducherry
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Bypolls Election: Voting Begins In 6 Seats Across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Puducherry
Voting began at 7 am on Tuesday in six constituencies across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam and Puducherry, with voters deciding the next representatives in seats left vacant after the April elections. Polling is being held in Nandigram and Rejinagar in
Bypolls 2026: Four regions, six seats and a fresh test for Indias political map
Voting began in six constituencies across West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry on Tuesday morning. The results of the elections will be announced on October 9, carrying political significance for various parties. In West Bengal, the focus includes the symbolic Nandigram constituency and its contest involving various candidates. Assam's Nagaon constituency is experiencing a triangular contest among prominent parties, including the BJP and Congress.
The Election Commission (EC) will today hold bypolls for five Assembly seats and one Lok Sabha constituency across Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam and the Union Territory of Puducherry. Counting of votes will take place on Friday.
Stage Set For 6 Bye-Elections, Test For BJP In Bengal, TVK In Tamil Nadu
Polling will take place in Nandigram and Rejinagar in West Bengal, Madurantakam and Dharapuram in Tamil Nadu. Puducherry's Thattanchavady and Assam's the Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency are also due for polls.
Trump says his super PAC will pay for taxpayer-funded ads that sparked backlash for glorifying him
Donald Trump provided no details on reimbursing taxpayers for ads that had already aired, nor on how he would go about having his political organisation pay for such future advertising
DVAC launches probe into the alleged sand mining scam during the DMK government
A detailed inquiry was ordered on the basis of a complaint filed by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) which alleged serious irregularities in the mining of river sand across Tamil Nadu
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye agree on rapid deployment of forces in the Kingdom
The decision was taken at an emergency meeting of the Mecca Defence Alliance in Riyadh and would be carried out under approved arrangements and the national laws of the three countries, the statement said
Teenager loses hand picking up grenade in France school protests
France has been shaken by a wave of demonstrations by teenage students at high schools, or lycees, since late September demanding better classroom conditions
Voting in high-stakes bypolls in three States, one U.T. today | LIVE
In Assams Nagaon, where the Lok Sabha byelection will be held, the fight is expected to be between the ruling BJP, the Congress and the All India United Democratic Front
Students protest Cornells response to gang rape complaint
The Ivy League school has been trying to quell a firestorm on campus and beyond over its handling of the alleged 2024 gang rape
Shinde meets PM Modi over Maharashtra drought, says Centre assures support for farmers
The hour-long meeting focused on the situation facing farmers, including water availability, agricultural conditions and the availability of fodder for livestock
Legislative privilege vs free speech: Supreme Court 7-judge bench may close case
Nearly 23 years after the Tamil Nadu assembly's breach of privilege resolution, a Supreme Court hearing is scheduled. The resolution imposed a 15-day sentence on some journalists but has since been withdrawn. Senior advocates claimed that the writ petition's cause of action no longer exists and argued the matter has become academic. As a result, the Supreme Court is expected to dispose of the petitions.
Supreme Court quashes Bombay HC order directing Maharashtra FDA to pay 5 lakh compensation
The case dates back to June 12, when FDA food safety officers in Pune inspected the establishment following a complaint of food poisonining
First international cargo vessel leaves eastern Assam since 1947
Once one of Indias busiest river ports, Dibrugarh eyes greater movement of goods
DMKs Madurantakam candidate accuses CM Vijay of purchasing MLAs; TVK demands his disqualification
Mettur storage down, delta has barely 10 days of irrigation water
Jeffrey Archer, U.K. author and politician, dies aged 86
Mr. Archer was a best-selling author and sold over 300 million copies worldwide
The looming crisis of world unemployment
A widening jobs gap threatens the promise of demographic dividends; the Global South faces an unprecedented employment challenge
Americas new-age military populism takes shape
Americas military transformation under the Trump administration combines technological reform with the politics of populism
Good, not good enough: On India and the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026
Without raising sports standards, India should not bid for hosting Olympics
Construction of Vaduthala railway overbridge, Perandoor-Vaduthala bridge to begin on October 7
The new bridge, which is being constructed across the Perandoor Canal and will connect Vaduthala and Perandoor, will serve as a key transport link and enable people to travel quickly from Container Road via Vaduthala to Kaloor, thereby bypassing the congested National Highway
