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Role of TV journalists in effecting global response pertinent in view of attacks against Iran

Speaking at the 25th anniversary celebrations of the Light and Life Academy in Udhagamandalam, N. Ram, Director of The Hindu Group, highlights pivotal role played by television journalists in effecting the global response to the Ethiopian famine between 1983 and 1985

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:55 pm

Id-ul-Fitr celebrated in Kalaburagi and Bidar

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:53 pm

Kerala Assembly polls: Gandhi siblings recast Wayanad politics, but local fault lines persist

Despite Rahul Gandhis 2019 LS victory, the UDF won only four of seven Wayanad Assembly segments in 2021, with slimmer margins; key regional issues include tribal development, corruption allegations, and landslide recovery

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:47 pm

Kerala Assembly elections 2026: A Congress fortress with rare LDF breaches

The constituency comprises divisions of the Kochi Corporation and Cheranalloor panchayat. In last years local body polls, the LDF managed to secure only four of the 25 divisions under the CPI(M)s Ernakulam area committee, while Cheranalloor too went to the UDF

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:43 pm

Devotional fervour marks Ramzan celebrations

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:43 pm

Id-ul-Fitr celebrated with fervour in Mysuru

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:43 pm

Challenges persist, but Kerala at pivotal juncture for transition to electric cooking, notes new study

With near-universal electrification and a robust policy environment, the State has the foundational pillars for such a shift, although it would not be automatic, says the study

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:43 pm

Across the loom: Yarn, dyes, and logistics costs surge amid West Asia tensions

As many of the materials used across the textile chain, including polyester, nylon and several dyeing chemicals, are derived from petrochemicals, the impact has been felt across multiple stages, with processing units raising their charges

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:33 pm

Modi govt has neither direction nor strategy, just empty rhetoric: Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday accused the Modi government of lacking both direction and strategy necessary to manage the current economic situation facing the nation. Gandhi also expressed concern that the government will raise the prices of petrol, diesel and LPG following the elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and 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 21 Mar 2026 7:32 pm

Vendors group calls street vending ban anti-poor, seeks rollback

This comes a day after Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, during apre-GBAbudget meetingon Friday (March 20), said a footpath policy will beintroduced.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:24 pm

Malnad villagers fear school merger will further isolate remote places

Given the nature of their hilly terrain with isolated villages, people of Malnad argue that the schools there have to be treated as special cases

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:23 pm

School girlattempts to end life in Salem

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:23 pm

Special prayers mark Id-ul-Fitr celebrations

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:22 pm

Restless Legs Syndrome can turn rest into discomfort: what is it, and how is it treated

An uncomfortable urge to move the legs while resting, often accompanied by crawling or tingling sensations may be a sign of Restless Legs Syndrome, a neurological condition that can significantly disrupt sleep and affect daily functioning

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:21 pm

Preliminary works for SIR exercise started in Tripura: CM Manik Saha

Tripura is surrounded by Bangladesh on three sides. We have to ensure all the eligible voters get a fair chance to exercise their democratic rights, Manik Saha said

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:52 pm

Human-wildlife conflict in Kodagu: Ponnanna seeks more Central funding

Being a serious and challenging issue, mitigation efforts have been stepped up amidst higher number of deaths reported due to the conflict in the district

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:52 pm

Biogas produced from urban wet waste fuels 400 city buses in Indore

The plant, set up in PPP mode, processes 500 tonnes of wet waste daily to produce 21 tonnes of Compressed Bio Gas, with over 95 per cent methane purity

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:52 pm

T.N. Assembly election: Thirumavalavan defends electoral strategy, says VCK acting with clear long-term perspective

The party is accepting applications from cadre seeking to contest the Assembly election between March 21 and 24, he adds

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:52 pm

Protection of forests not an option, but a collective responsibility, says Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan

On the International Day of Forests, he says Andhra Pradesh is committed to increasing green cover to 50%, and is taking decisive steps towards a greener, healthier, and more sustainable future

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:43 pm

BWSSB rolls out OTS scheme, waives interest on water bill arrears, for residents of Bengaluru

Of the nearly 11 lakh water connections in the city, about 5.11 lakh have outstanding dues. As of the end of February 2026, total arrears stand at 851.33 crore, including 539.43 crore in principal and 311.90 crore in interest

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:43 pm

Approach is key

Uncertain about your career options? Low on self-confidence? This column may help

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:38 pm

Trumps Cuba actions: from blockade to asphyxiation

Cubas dependence on oil is structural: it accounts for 83% of total power generation, while oil products make up 56% of total energy consumption by industry, transport, agriculture, and households

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:34 pm

Tamil Nadu Assembly election: AIADMK-led NDA alone can defeat DMK, says Dhinakaran

He contends that people of the State were ready to throw out the DMK regime

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:23 pm

Swift police action saves victim whose throat was slit in an attack in west Bengaluru

Alert local residents immediately contacted the emergency helpline Namma 112.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:23 pm

LPG shortage forces eateries in Velankanni to scale down menu

With tourist operators offering only basic services, there has been sharp decline in the arrival of tourists at one of the most popular catholic pilgrim centres

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:22 pm

Environmental, citizen groups to stage protest over illegal felling of 46 trees

The groups are demanding a high-level probe into the felling of trees along the Kapila riverbank

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:22 pm

TTV Dhinakaran Clarifies No Plans to Reintegrate VK Sasikala into NDA Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections

Chennai, March 21: As political activities intensify ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, AMMK General Secretary TTV Dhinakaran made it clear on Saturday that there are no plans to reintegrate VK Sasikala into the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). This statement comes amid growing speculation regarding Sasikalas potential return to coalition politics. Earlier this week, ... Read more TTV Dhinakaran Clarifies No Plans to Reintegrate VK Sasikala into NDA Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections

Morningstar 21 Mar 2026 6:16 pm

How Cochlear implant enables Nivrritii Mahesh to perform Bharatanatyam

With the support of technology and her mothers guidance, the dancer has turned silence into a celebration of music and movement.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:12 pm

Industrialist joins BJP in Visakhapatnam

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 6:12 pm

Badshaah and Aherne impress

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 5:42 pm

Indian-origin county judge in U.S. convicted of money laundering, sentencing on June 16

According to prosecutors, George transferred over $46,000 from his campaign account into personal accounts and used the money for private purposes, including a home-related payment

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 5:32 pm

Why Indian professors are trading creativity for citations

As institutions chase global rankings, scholarly value is increasingly defined not by what is read or taught but by what can be indexed

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 5:28 pm

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Thrissur braces for a three-cornered thriller with no easy winner in sight

Assembly dominance, local body numbers and Lok Sabha momentum collide in a constituency that could redefine the political mood in Kerala

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 5:22 pm

NHRC mandates teams of doctors from multiple institutions for custodial death autopsies

Further, it has also mandated that: All doctors doing post-mortem must be holding a postgraduate degree in forensic medicine and must have at least an experience of five years in the specialty of post-mortem examination.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 5:10 pm

Tribal council chiefs enter Assam electoral fray

Sewli Mohilary, the wife of the Chief Executive Member of the Bodoland Territorial Council Hagrama Mohilary is the BPF candidate from Kokrajhar constituency

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 4:52 pm

Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia kills 2 as Ukraine seeks to move forward peace talks

Trilateral talks involving Russia, which have yet to produce any breakthrough on key issues, have been on ice while the Iran war has dominated international attention

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 4:42 pm

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu inaugurates food analysis laboratory in Tirumala

The facility routinely collects samples from multiple sources and conducts rigorous testing, including those used in the preparation of Srivari Prasadam and Anna Prasadam

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 4:42 pm

India achieves one billion tonne coal production for 2nd consecutive year

The Coal Ministry said it remains firmly focused on nurturing a stable, transparent and performance-oriented ecosystem.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 4:27 pm

Navy set to commission frontline stealth frigate 'Taragiri' on April 3

The ceremony in Visakhapatnam is scheduled to be presided over by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 4:25 pm

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu calls for transforming TTD temples into advanced spiritual hubs

The Chief Minister emphasised the importance of proactive governance in ensuring a seamless and hassle-free pilgrimage. He directed the officials to further strengthen systems capable of anticipating potential inconveniences to devotees and addressing them in real time

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 4:22 pm

Fuel crisis deepens distress in hospitality, migrant sectors in Kerala

A significant number of migrant workers return to home States, several of which are heading into elections, as establishments shut down operations

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 4:22 pm

Wimbledon to introduce video review technology

The video reviews will be introduced on six show courts, including the Centre Court and Court One

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 4:12 pm

Temperatures to rise 2C to 3C above normal in Kerala, warns KSDMA

Hot and humid weather is very likely to prevail over several districts in the coming days

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 3:53 pm

Royal Enfields two-week ride, Unseen North East, opens the doors to a slow life

Twenty-five bikers from across the country discover the unique culture of North-East India on a 2,200 kilometre ride through winding roads, mud tracks and verdant forests

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 3:53 pm

Chennai soars above gridlock: Mega flyover surge set to rewrite city commute

Chennai is experiencing a significant flyover boom, with new elevated corridors like Anna Salai and Madhya Kailash aiming to reduce commute times and traffic congestion. While offering relief, these projects also raise concerns about construction quality, pedestrian safety, and the long-term effectiveness of flyovers in managing the city's growing traffic demands.

The Times of India 21 Mar 2026 3:49 pm

DGCAs 60% free seat rule may impact ticket pricing, says FIA

Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet have opposed the governments directive mandating 60% of seats on flights to be offered free for selection.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 3:42 pm

Sagar tahsildar files FIR against staff for attempting to alter records; Shivamogga DC appeals to public to be cautious

The tahsildar filed a complaint with the Sagar Town Police Station against the staff and sought an investigation into the allegations

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 3:42 pm

Five detained in connection with man's death in R.G. Kar Hospital lift malfunction

According to the victim's family, the deceased Arup Bannerjee, in his early 40s, got stuck inside the elevator when it suddenly malfunctioned.

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 3:37 pm

Kerala polls: Ex-CPI(M) Minister G. Sudhakaran files papers as peoples Independent in Ambalappuzha

G. Sudhakaran, who had broken his six-decade-old association with CPI(M) after feeling discriminated against that he was not given a term waiver accorded to other leaders for contesting Assembly polls, has set the stage for a riveting electoral battle with his one-time protege H. Salam

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 3:25 pm

U.S., Israel attack Iran's Natanz nuclear facility: Iran atomic energy organisation

Following the criminal attacks by the United States and the usurping Zionist regime against our country, the Natanz enrichment complex was targeted this morning, says Iran atomic energy organisation

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 3:23 pm

Untreated waste, poor civic infra mar Erode (East) Assembly constituency

Pollution, traffic congestion, and poor urban infrastructure remain key concerns for voters, who are looking for concrete outcomes

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 3:12 pm

VCK Leader Thol. Thirumavalavan Expresses Concerns Over Political Challenges After 25 Years

Chennai, March 21: Thol. Thirumavalavan, a prominent leader of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) party and Member of Parliament, has voiced his concerns regarding the challenges faced by his party in Tamil Nadus political landscape. Despite a 25-year political journey, he stated that the party continues to struggle for adequate electoral opportunities. During a Facebook ... Read more VCK Leader Thol. Thirumavalavan Expresses Concerns Over Political Challenges After 25 Years

Morningstar 21 Mar 2026 3:12 pm

Tamil Nadu Assembly election: CPI(M) meeting to decide on seat-sharing with DMK

The CPI(M), part of the DMK alliance, has not been able to finalise seat-sharing with the DMK, as the ruling party is not willing to increase the number of seats beyond five

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 2:56 pm

Eid at 2am: Inside Chennais midnight biryani economy

As Chennai celebrates Eid, its biriyani culture comes alive after midnight from firewood dum in Puliyanthope to smoky plates in Triplicane and Adambakkam. Undeterred by the LPG shortage, these kitchens use firewood to serve hundreds of kilos through the night. Heres a guide to where to eat

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 2:56 pm

Wont allow BJP to snatch voting rights, will fight till end: Mamata Banerjee

The TMC supremo alleged that the SIR exercise, which the ruling party claimed had led to large-scale deletions of voter names, was part of a roader attempt to influence the electoral process in the State

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 2:52 pm