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Kejriwals release exposed high handedness of investigative agencies: Mehbooba Mufti

The Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) welcomed the decision of aDelhi court. The verdict reaffirms faith in the judiciary and the principle that truth ultimately prevails, said AIP spokesperson Inam Un Nabi.

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 4:32 am

IPL 2026 set to begin on March 28, final on May 31

The Hindu understands that the IPL authorities have informally informed multiple stakeholders about the rejig in a bid to begin IPL 2026 over the weekend.

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 2:55 am

District panchayat Budget proposes jobs for 5,000 women

Focus on comprehensive development of agricultural sector with an allocation of 18 crore; projects in housing and health sectors get 18 crore and 16 crore respectively

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 2:32 am

Former Minister Vellamandi Natarajan rejoins AIADMK

Was an associate of O.Paneerselvam; says the former Chief Ministers decision to join DMK was unacceptable to him

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 2:15 am

Freeze Mango symbol: S. Ramadoss to ECI

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 2:14 am

Anbumani lauds makers of Marathi film Asha

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 2:13 am

14 JNU students arrested day after protest against V-Cs remarks, secure bail

Bail conditions state that they will be released only after verification of permanent address; process will prolong punishment, states JNUSU; SFI calls for a protest today in solidarity with the students

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 2:03 am

Ladki Bahin grant putting fiscal strain on other depts. but will continue: Minister

There are administrative challenges as implementation of scheme is creating stress on funds, says Ganesh Naik; adds assets of Forest Dept. can be used to generate revenue to execute its projects

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 1:47 am

14 JNU students arrested over protest granted bail, JNUSU says bail conditions stringent

Student protesters on Thursday had attempted to march to the Ministry of Education but were halted at the main gate in JNU; their demands, among other things, were the resignation of the Vice Chancellor over casteist comments she made during a podcast interview earlier

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 1:35 am

Keralas paradox can spark its global vision

The State must look across the oceans to chart a bright future

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 1:24 am

International law is not dead, its rules stay resilient

Proclaiming the death of international law aids world tyrants

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 1:21 am

SC/ST medical students pressured to pay for internship year

In several colleges, fourth-year students are being pressured to pay the fifth-year tuition fee, and are not being permitted to write their fourth-year examinations unless the fee is paid

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 1:17 am

Six arrested for midnight rampage in Puzhal

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 1:16 am

Amit Shah concludes his three-day visit to Bihars Seemanchal

Mr. Shah directed strict enforcement of a zero-tolerance policy against illegal constructions, particularly in forest and uninhabited areas, and ordered the immediate removal of encroachments identified on No Mans Land.

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 1:06 am

Up in the air: On non-scheduled operators, aviation safety

Flights by non-scheduled operators need better enforcement

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 1:02 am

Warner Bros signs $110 billion deal with Paramount, its executive discloses in townhall

Netflix had the legal right to match the PSKY offer. As you all know, they ultimately decided not to do that. That then resulted in a signed agreement with PSKY as of this morning, says Bruce Campbell, Warner Bros chief revenue and strategy officer

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 12:56 am

MCC would be strictly implemented in Tamil Nadu against poll inducements, says CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Out of 5.67 crore electors, only 216 appeals have been filed till day, points out CEC; SIR in TN was a model for the country, great success, he says

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 12:47 am

Trump says hes not happy with Iran nuclear talks but awaits further rounds

Tensions between the United States and Iran remain high after their latest nuclear talks in Geneva on Thursday failed to reach and breakthrough, and as American forces gather in the region.

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 12:44 am

Railways run shuttle services to ease woes of suburban train commuters

An official says 26 shuttle services have been launched along with hiring 20 buses of the MTC to compensate the reduced services; ten EMU services with 15-car rakes have been introduced along with 20 special fast EMU services on the up and down directions from Beach to Tambaram

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 12:43 am

India to share info on cybercrime investigation, call centre scams with U.K.

India flags breach of security of Indian dignitaries and diplomatic missions in U.K

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 12:22 am

'Limited influence': BJP downplays OPS move, accuses Stalin of political opportunism

O Panneerselvam has joined the DMK, a significant shift in Tamil Nadu politics. This follows the DMDK's alliance with the DMK. The BJP, which sought to unite anti-DMK parties, now faces a changed scenario. Panneerselvam's move comes after his expulsion from AIADMK and previous interactions with the BJP. The BJP views his impact as limited.

The Economic Times 28 Feb 2026 12:22 am

Tamil Nadu: Parties seek single-phase election; ECI to decide soon

Political parties have proposed holding the Tamil Nadu assembly elections in a single phase. The Election Commission will soon announce its decision. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar expressed confidence in high voter turnout, especially among young voters. He anticipates Tamil Nadu will surpass Bihar's recent election performance. Candidates can file nominations online or physically.

The Economic Times 28 Feb 2026 12:18 am

DMK Youth Wing Member Arrested For Alleged Sexual Assault, Murder Of Toddler

A functionary of the youth wing of the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has been arrested for the alleged sexual assault and murder of a two-and-a-half-year-old girl in Tamil Nadu's Krishnagiri district, police said.

NDTV 28 Feb 2026 12:16 am

Fino Payments Bank MD, CEO arrested under GST Act

Investigation is relating to business partner(s) of the Bank and not relating to the GST compliance of the Bank, the bank said in a filing with stock exchanges.

The Hindu 28 Feb 2026 12:14 am

'EPS behaving like an autocrat': OPS joins DMK, backs Stalin's leadership

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O Panneerselvam has joined the DMK. He expressed happiness joining the 'mother party' founded by Perarignar Anna. Panneerselvam stated that Chief Minister MK Stalin is providing good governance. He criticized AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami's autocratic style. Panneerselvam aims to work as a cadre for the DMK's development.

The Economic Times 28 Feb 2026 12:04 am

O. Panneerselvam: A man undone by his own decisions

When he joined the DMK in the presence of Chief Minister M.K.Stalin, Mr. Panneerselvam was accompanied by only one legislator, P. Ayyappan. After his expulsion from the AIADMK in July 2022, Mr Panneerselvam had the support of two prominent leaders - R. Vaithilingam and P.H. Manoj Pandian. They joined the DMK recently.

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 11:56 pm

Formula Ones radical new era: leaner and cleaner, sure; but meaner?

Motor-racings most prestigious championship takes a brave step into the unknown in 2026. Sweeping changes to both the engine and chassis mean the cars will be unlike anything seen before. They will be smaller, nimbler and more eco-friendly than last year, but will they race better? Here is everything you need to know ahead of next weekends season opener

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 11:55 pm

Belgium hockeys golden boys still want everything the sport has to offer

Arthur Van Doren and Alexander Hendrickx have a trophy cabinet filled with the games top honours, but arent satisfied. In their 30s, they remain an important part of the Red Lions plans of reclaiming their dominance. They hope to cap a decade-long partnership by winning the World Cup at home later this year and Olympic gold at LA28

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 11:54 pm

Cohere Health opens GCC, plans to hire more

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 11:51 pm

Women to move from drudgery to decision-making in agriculture: Union Agriculture Secretary

The senior bureaucrat inaugurated businesslines fifth Agri and Commodity Summit in New Delhi where he spoke about how almost 50% of the rural workforce in the agricultural sector comprises women

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 11:30 pm

ISL: Effiongs brace powers Punjab FC past BFC

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 11:29 pm

DMK - Cong Alliance Talks To Begin Today

The proposed visit of Rahul Gandhi to Tamil Nadu has also been reportedly postponed for the alliance talks to get over and the Congress clinches a deal with the DMK: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 11:25 pm

Tribal Affairs Ministry set to revamp forest rights cells, form one-stop project monitoring units

Govt. expands mandate of FRA cells to coordinate on all policies; Odisha shuts 50 FRA cells, Chhattisgarh officials say exploring the way forward

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:56 pm

Allahabad High Court grants interim protection to Swami Avimukteshwaranand in POCSO case

The matter is scheduled for further hearing on March 12

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:54 pm

A man undone by his own decisions

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:52 pm

PM Modi to launch nationwide HVP vaccination drive on February 28

The campaign aims to protect 14-year-old girls across the country from cervical cancer, a disease that remains a significant health concern in India

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:51 pm

SC Collegium recommends Justice Lisa Gill as Chief Justice of A.P. High Court

She enrolled as an advocate in 1990 and practised at the Punjab and Haryana High Court, before being elevated to the Bench of the same court in March 2014

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:49 pm

'Congress, Its Allies Have Never Done An Honest Day's Work': PM Modi's Swipe At TMC, DMK Ahead Of Polls

Invoking poll-bound West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, PM Narendra Modi said the TMC and DMK want nothing to do with the pain and troubles of the underprivileged

News18 27 Feb 2026 10:48 pm

I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong: Bill Clinton testifies to U.S. Congress committee about Epstein

The former Presidents testimony follows that of his wife, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, who told the House of Representatives Oversight Committee that she did not remember ever meeting Epstein and had nothing to share about his sex crimes.

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:46 pm

Hindu Sindhis Serve Iftar at Chennai Mosque for 40 Years

For 40 years, Sindhi Hindus have been serving vegetarian iftar meals at Chennai's Walajah Big Mosque during Ramzan. This tradition, started by their guru, emphasizes service to mankind, with funding solely from the Sufi Dar Trust.

The Times of India 27 Feb 2026 10:41 pm

Restoration of Domakonda palace fuels weaving, literature and community life

Once filled with debris and snakes, the Domakonda palace complex has been restored into a vibrant cultural hub. Blending architectural conservation, literary heritage and handloom revival, the initiative led by the Kaminenis is rekindling poetry and traditional weaving breathing new life into a historic village

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:36 pm

Need to find balance between visible national interest and hypothetical loss in case of nuclear accident, says SC on SHANTI Act

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, heading the Bench, pointed out that bringing nuclear power to India was a necessity to meet the nations energy requirements

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:34 pm

Grey areas persist as key audit gaps surface in Hyderabad Metro PhaseI buyout

With only preliminary audit reports in hand, State governments proposed 15,000-crore takeover of Hyderabad Metro Phase I remains uncertain. Final findings on financial records, technical condition and contractual liabilities will determine the contours of the deal and shape the future of Phase II expansion

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:30 pm

Kalamassery municipality told to complete biomining at dumping yard in a time-bound manner

Once the waste is completely removed and the land levelled, the prime real estate, valued at over 50 crore, will be available for various projects of the civic body

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:26 pm

Didnt pay influencers to oppose AI Summit, says Congress

Congress says the BJPs allegations that the party paid influencers to malign the AI summit is a fabricated story circulated by the BJPs IT cell

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:24 pm

ASHA workers protest seeking honorarium hike and halt to retrenchment

Leaders of the Karnataka Rajya ASHA Karyakarteyara Sangha says Chief Minister had, during a protest in January 2025, assured them of a minimum monthly guarantee of 10,000 and a 1,000 hike

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:18 pm

Karnataka launches action plan on snakebite and rabies; aims to cut snakebite deaths by half, end dog-related rabies deaths by 2030

The objective is to ensure that no life is lost due to delay in treatment or lack of access to medicines, says Minister for Health Dinesh Gundu Rao

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:13 pm

Ranji Trophy Final: Five-star Nabi helps J & K secure a massive lead

The pacers two blows hasten the end of Karnatakas innings despite Mayanks defiant century; opener Qamran comes to the visitors rescue after early setbacks to extend the advantage

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:13 pm

Apple farmers demand protection against import of fruits from U.S., to hold protest outside Parliament

Apple Farmers Federation of India will mobilise apple farmers from Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand and hold a demonstration outside Parliament in March 2026

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:10 pm

House used as abattoir sealed in Belthangady

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 10:06 pm

Mangaluru-Muscat direct flight to resume from Sunday, says Capt. Brijesh Chowta

Air India Express will operate two flights a week as per the current schedule

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 9:56 pm

Farm Guard wins first prize at Agri Rural Ideathon 2026

Farm Guard, as per its creators, is a portable device meant for intelligent and non-lethal deterrence. It has been designed keeping in mind farmers in regions prone to human-wildlife conflict

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 9:55 pm

U.S. military used laser to take down Border Protection drone, say lawmakers

The FAA, CBP and the Pentagon acknowledged that the military employed counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities to mitigate a seemingly threatening unmanned aerial system operating within military airspace

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 9:53 pm

Return Social Science textbook, delete online posts, NCERT tells public

NCERT advisory comes a day after Supreme Court banned the Class 8 textbook over a controversial section on corruption in judiciary; court had also ordered seizure of copies

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 9:49 pm

Singareni likely to explore 19 BCM of coal-bed methane

Officials of the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas advise SCCL to participate in the upcoming auction

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 9:43 pm

Telangana Chief Minister meets recently surrendered former Maoist leaders

Violence cannot provide a lasting solution and that public aspirations can be addressed only through democratic means, Chief Minister told the former CPI (Maoist) leaders

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 9:40 pm