Advancing the women-led development model
The NCWs consultation on womens access to social and economic justice calls for a rethink of the concept of womens empowerment
Shifting global focus towards more comprehensive assessment of threats to human health and survival
Launched at the recent World Health Summit in Berlin, a new report has flagged 17 interlinked catastrophic threats including pandemics, antimicrobial resistance, AI, and urges global leaders to stop treating these issues in isolation, and start viewing them as deeply interconnected economic, environmental, and national security challenge
The debate over immunity to CEC, ECs
The SC has issued a notice to the Centre on a plea challenging Section 16 of the 2023 law, which grants CEC and ECs lifelong immunity for actions taken in discharge of official duties; the provision is more expansive than constitutional immunities provided to the President and Governors; as well as Parliamentary privileges granted to legislators
Meterless autos leave passengers at drivers mercy in Kozhikode
Drivers allegedly disconnect fare meters and demand arbitrary fares from passengers; night surcharge reportedly levied after 9 p.m., though rules permit it only from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
In a first-of-its-kind collective religious initiative, more than 70 major Friday congregations across Kashmir, Jammu and Ladakh responded to the call of the the MMU and delivered the sermon on the common theme of imaan (faith) on Friday, October 16, says a spokesman of the MMU
Build globally competitive media and entertainment companies: I&B Secretary
Position India as a leading source of creative content, technology, talent, the senior official says
Fifty years ago | Widespread heavy rain in Tamil Nadu
War of words in Haryana: CM Saini pitches prosperity, Congress alleges rising crime, debt
The Chief Minister said that while Congress leaders frequently claimed to have made Haryana a leading State during their tenure, the reality was that the State had emerged as number one in corruption, nepotism, fear, favouritism and regional discrimination under Congress rule
Mystikos primed to deliver in the main event
Letters to The Editor October 16, 2026
Manasi-Thulasimathi make semis, assure India of para badminton medal
With both losing semifinalists assured of bronze, the victory guaranteed India a place on the podium
Amruta wins silver as Indian women end U23 Worlds with two medals
Amruta was trailing 0-6 when Zablotska managed a decisive pin to seal the gold medal
Tamil Nadu BJP President Criticizes Minister Over Non-Hindu Entry at Arunachaleshwar Temple
BJP leader Nayinar Nagendran condemns Minister S. Ramesh for allowing a non-Hindu into a sacred temple, sparking controversy in Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu BJP President Criticizes Minister Over Non-Hindu Entry at Arunachaleshwar Temple
Union Minister meets start-up leaders over NCR pollution
Forcibly removed: Jamia students staging hunger strike face rustication, campus ban
How has the SC strengthened arrest safeguards? | Explained
What makes written grounds of arrest mandatory, and what happens if they are not provided?
Law student pens down concise history of AIADMK
The writer says he relied on the news reports published in The Hindu for verifying information that he came across
Crazy Mohan one of the greatest talents in India: Kamal Haasan
Zelenskyy says Trump could lift more Russia sanctions
Mr. Trump heightened a battle with Mr. Zelenskyy on Friday (October 16, 2026) when he signed an executive order that waived sweeping U.S. sanctions targeting Russias energy revenues
Amend Constitution to ensure quota for religious converts: Anbumani Ramadoss
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Fifty years ago | Nobody for President campaign in U.S.
Power Of Beauty primed to deliver
Letters to The Editor October 15, 2026
The unprepared ground for white cane users
White Cane Day observed on October 15 demands the rehabilitation of the ecosystem, so that those who move one stride at a time have a place not merely to pass through, nor merely to be tolerated in, but to own the city
In a brief interaction with reporters at the Tiruchi airport, he urged the governments to keep in mind the welfare of ordinary people
Kerala High Court denies stay on government order reconstituting State Waqf Board
Court holds that the State government has the authority to cancel appointments made to the previous board. Petition by K.S. Hamza, former board chairperson, says government order is violative of an earlier High Court directive to fill vacancies on the previous board
Two persons held for pelting stones at a train near Katpadi
A case was registered and they were lodged at Central Prison in Vellore town
Daily Quiz | On Winnie-the-Pooh
A quiz on the much-loved bear and his world on the centenary of the publication of the evergreen childrens classic Winnie-the-Pooh
Fire breaks out at Cantonment House
Visakhapatnam GVMC polls to use pink ballot for Mayor, white for corporator
Molasses shortage halts alcohol production at Mohanur Cooperative Sugar Mill
Devas humility remained one of his most endearing qualities
AIADMK will rise like a phoenix, says EPS at event held to mark partys 55th founding day
The founding day was celebrated at the partys headquarters in Royapettah
Deva, the man who gave Gaana a place in cinema
T.N. government withdraws order to restrict interim pension payout to 10,000 plus dearness relief
The move comes after protests by college teachers and government employees against against the order, which was issued on September 11
One killed, four injured in Manipur violence
Armed men attacked Chassad, a Kuki village in the Naga-majority Kamjong district bordering Myanmar
Trump says Taiwan to buy 30% of gas from Alaska pipeline
Trump said Taiwan would also invest $4.4 billion into the project, and comes as Taipei seeks to secure Washington's favour amid tensions with China
NCB busts two synthetic drug labs in Greater Noida, arrests two accused
The accused have been identified as Destiny Abraham Dumbiri, who claimed to be Nigerian national, and Lallawmzuali alias, Olivia Lalchawimawii, a resident of Mizoram
Rediscover Satyajit Ray at this Durga Puja pandal in Nandanam
The 48th Sharadotsav of South Madras Cultural Association with a pandal themed around Satyajit Rays Magical Creations is the team work of its members
BJP wants to remain in power forever by capturing institutions, Opposition alleges
Capturing institutions violates democracy, Congress leader K.C. Venugopal alleges; AAP leader Sanjay Singh asks the BJP to declare it would never seek regime change in Opposition-ruled States
Govt. caps trade margins on 137 anti-cancer drugs
The revised prices will become effective from November 9
Poor diet may amplify genetic risk of high cholesterol in Indians, study
Jurisdictional gaps leave Porur, Poonamallee areas battling garbage dumping
Only 40% of work done, GCC food court in Adyar likely to open in 2027
El Nino and global warming set stage for early 2027 heat in India: Report
Turtle Wax in India to grow 100% YoY in next 5 years, says global CEO, Laurie King
Manufacturing locally is a key part of the companys strategy to support expansion, stay closer to consumer baseand reduce exposure to international freight costs and currency fluctuations
At least 17 dead in stampede-like situation at north Kolkata community Durga Puja pandal | LIVE
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said that the stampede broke out after a misleading announcement made at the puja pandal
London stop vote chori protest, Modi supporters stage counter-rally
Food safety officials inspect 100 sweet units on third day of drive, issue notices to 15
383 samples collected in three days; 7,000 fine imposed on two operators and 30 kg of misbranded khova seized
Central Bank of India Q2 net profit jumps 21% to 1,469 crore on higher core income
The bank's total income increased to 11,737 crore in the second quarter from 10,212 crore a year ago, Central Bank of India said in a regulatory filing
Delhi anti-CEC protests: Dipke released after signing peace bond, sporadic protests continue
AISA president Neha Bora released from detention; bond signed by CJP founder says he will not engage in activities that would breach peace or create a law-and-order situation; womens groups lead agitation, seek action against Delhi Police
Joy of Giving month: Residents drive collection campaigns
Goonj encourages more residents to come forward to volunteer a space in their community to store gently-used items that are either recycled or put to some other use
Williams, Perovic earn bragging rights for BFC
Fifty years ago | Inadequate library services in Asia and Africa
Several feared dead in stampede-like situation at north Kolkata community Durga Puja pandal | LIVE
While there are some casualties feared, the injured have been taken to the Calcutta Medical College and Hospital
Letters to The Editor October 14, 2026
Ranji Trophy | Accuracy was the best thing for me: Kukna
Revisiting Vijays Kushi: How Deva composed this superhit album
A look at the evolution of this superhit film directed by SJ Suryah and featuring Vijay and Jyotika
HC directs CIC to dispose of profs query on controller appointment in 2 months
Tamil Nadu BJP slams ministers for allowing Muslim aide in skull cap into temple
TVK will secure MPs in 2029 LS polls, extend full support to INDIA bloc: TN Minister P Viswanathan
Ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister P Viswanathan on Saturday highlighted the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's (TVK) national expansion plans, asserting that the party would win seats in the upcoming parliamentary polls and continue to grow its political footprint across the country. Speaking to reporters, Viswanathan reaffirmed TVK
Weather Tomorrow: IMD has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across parts of southern India, with Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu among the affected regions. Rain is expected to continue in several areas through October 23. Fishermen have also been advised to exercise caution along parts of the Arabian Sea coast.
Over half of T.N.s youth hold a degree, have salaried jobs, finds survey
On the flip side, graduates make up two-thirds of the States unemployed. Forty per cent of young women and 10% of young men are neither working nor in education or training
AIADMK will rise like phoenix: EPS
85% water hyacinth cleared in Nanjarayan Bird Sanctuary lake; VETRY Trust offers 10-year support
Scrap SIR, return to ballot paper: DMK
Calls For Removal Of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
How the gaana tag overshadowed Devas melodic genius
Despite Devas songs becoming chartbusters, it caused him immense grief that the very listeners celebrating those tracks never realised that he was the composer behind them
Rebel leaders skip AIADMK foundation day event; EPS says party will rise like a phoenix
It brings excitement and drama: World Archery executive director lauds APL
Ranji Trophy: Gill, Prabhsimran boost for Punjab against Chhattisgarh
The former will be keen to make it count before leaving for New Zealand while the latter is back from India-A duty; the top-order needs to fire for the visiting side
Seven eyewitnesses testify in Abhimanyu murder trial
Archaeology dept officials to inspect Kurichi check dam
Tirunelveli administration conducts drill to prepare for monsoon disasters
Ticket ballot for WC 2027 receives 1.5 crore applications: ICC
The ICC said 1.5 crore ticket applications have come in from 142 countries since the ballot opened 12 days ago, ahead of the tournament in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia
Villagers oppose move to set up solar power plant by private player in Virudhunagar district
In Delhis Titarpur, Ravana mirrors the politics of the day
From Cockroach Janta Party protests and SIR to dengue and Spider-Man, Delhis Ravana-makers are getting a variety of requests and are giving the festivals most recognisable villain a contemporary makeover
Minister inspects monsoon preparedness in flood prone areas of Thoothukudi
Watch: Deva: The composer who took Chennais gaana from the streets to cinema
Why India needs to rethink what happens after a road crash
On World Trauma Day, October 17, India needs to think about stronger coordination between emergency services, hospitals, and public authorities, supported by reliable referral pathways and trauma-care protocols
Lord Malayappa Swamy rides Hanumantha Vahanam at Tirumalas Brahmotsavams
While the Stop Vote Chori protest cheered for activist Dhruv Rathee as the keynote speaker, chants of Modi, Modi rang out from a smaller group across the Gandhi statue, being kept apart by Metropolitan Police officers
Leopard trapped at Akathethara
The leopard was caught in a cage set up near the residential area
GVMC nominations: 265 for Ward members, 7 for Mayor on Day 2
Tyeb Mehtas Rickshaw Puller sells for 69.1 crore
The acrylic on canvas dates from 2002, in the final decade of Mehtas career, and depicts the rickshaw puller, a figure he returned to in his later work
DSC 2008: Telangana High Court upholds 30% reservation for D.Ed. candidates
Engineering student Lingampalli Himaja says she developed RUDHRA to help visually impaired people create Braille documents independently, eliminating the complexities involved in conventional Braille typing
Heavy rainfall to continue across T.N. till October 23
The RMC has issued yellow alert for 17 districts, particularly north and interior districts; many water-stressed delta and interior districts would continue to receive heavy rainfall till October 23
Channareddy Patil Tunnur campaigns for Congress candidate Sharanappa Mattur in MLC elections
Woman undertrial caught while trying to smuggle 11,500 cash into Parappana Agrahara Central Prison
