Nepal flash flood: At least 50 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu stranded as landslips disrupt route
As per initial information, the pilgrims were on board three vehicles and occupants of one of the vehicles have taken refuge in a Armed Police Force outpost at Timure, about 150 km north of Kathmandu
Simran Congratulates Weightlifter Raja Muthupandi on Silver Medal Achievement
Chennai, August 26: South Indian actress Simran is currently in the spotlight for her upcoming film. Recently, she met with Tamil Nadu weightlifter Raja Muthupandi, who won a silver medal in the mens 65-kilogram category at the Commonwealth Games. During their meeting, Simran congratulated Raja on his remarkable achievement. Simran praised Rajas hard work and ... Read more Simran Congratulates Weightlifter Raja Muthupandi on Silver Medal Achievement
Chennais The Dipshit Ladies are turning everyday life into silly songs
Led by Nyma Singh Merchant, Neerja Ramnath and Radha Sunder, their upcoming performance on August 29 at Kat and Kin Coffee Roasters promises a mix of old and new material, along with musings from everyday life
Massive flood sweeps through Northern Nepal
Union Budget: Customs duty cuts to facilitate domestic battery, solar cells manufacturing
Customs exemptions for lithium-ion batteries, solarglass;renewable energy outlay rises
Watch: From Jolene to 9 to 5: Dolly Parton dies at 80 after six decades in music
Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at 80, leaving behind a six-decade career spanning music, films and philanthropy.
Raids under way to trace Odisha police ex-Inspector-in-Charge Sujit Kumar Das accused in rape case
Watch: Trump tightens immigration screening as U.S. puts visa appointments on hold
The U.S. has paused visa appointments worldwide as the Trump administration tightens immigration screening.
U.S. targets four Indian firms over Iran oil imports
WhatsApp beefs up security with call context and stronger verification
WhatsApp, the instant messaging service owned by Meta, noted that more than 1 billion people had a passkey
Who is Anaya Bangar? Athlete gets Cricket Australia approval to play domestic cricket
Anaya Bangar formerly trained and played as a top-order batter and all-rounder in Mumbais youth divisions, alongside notable names including Indian Test cricketer Sarfaraz Khan
The integration should be a springboard for active development with push for new projects, speeding up stalled works and ensuring fair budgetary support
CENTAC releases revised UG NEET draft merit list
Objections/certificates to be uploaded, if any, may be submitted using dashboard login under a link marked as objections before 10 a.m. on August 27
From sacred fire to darkness: Navia Natarajans choreographic exploration of Agni
Navia Natarajan combined mythology and Tamil literature to depict fire as a creator, destroyer and purifier at Natyarangams Pancha Bhootha Bharatham festival in Chennai.
Father-son duo injured in group clash near Srivilliputtur
Armed gang attacked father-son duo in Kansapuram; In retaliation, 20 bikes, three autos, car were damaged
Tibet's Gyirong suffers 'major casualties' from mudslide, Xinhua reports
President Xi Jinping urged all-out efforts to search for the missing, and called for strengthening monitoring and early warning systems to prevent secondary disasters
Netanyahu says no diplomatic deal possible with Iran savages
Recounting a recent meeting with Mr. Trump, Mr. Netanyahu told an event late on Tuesday (August 25, 2026) that they had discussed the possibility of diplomacy with Iran
RHINOSHIELD AirX Sets GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Title in Record-Breaking Near-Space Drop Challenge
RHINOSHIELD AirX Sets GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Title in Record-Breaking Near-Space Drop Challenge
Bhavan's College MSEED and Reliance Animation Academy Enter into a Strategic Agreement to Launch Graphics & Animation Programs
Gajapayana flags off Dasara elephant journey; Abhimanyu accorded ceremonial farewell
Nine specially decorated Dasara elephants were accorded a traditional welcome at Veeranahosahalli before embarking on their journey to Mysuru.
UPI at Ten: A Decade That Rewired How India Pays
Blue-coloured babysocks in ad prompts action against IVF centre in Rajasthan
As blue colour is associated with a male child, the Health Department views this as a prima facie indication of promoting sex selection services, says Principal Medical and Health Secretary Gayatri Rathore
H1N1 surge: IMA urges caution, warns against self-medication with antibiotics and antivirals
The IMA advised people to follow preventive measures including frequent handwashing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or using an alcohol-based hand sanitiser
Chinas Xi to visit Kyrgyzstan, Egypt from Sunday: Foreign Ministry
The tour, which lasts until September 3, will be Xi Jinpings second overseas trip this year following a visit to North Korea in June.
Six bodies found in Vijayapura lake
While the exact cause of the deaths was not known, police suspect they must have slipped into the water body while visiting it.
Haiwaan trailer: Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan tackle each other in Priyadarshans twisted thriller
The film also stars Boman Irani, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Saiyami Kher, Rajpal Yadav, Sharib Hashmi, Rajesh Sharma, Pahal Chaudhary and Manoj Joshi
A new right of way: What APs Pedestrian Policy means for the public
For millions of people who walk to bus stops, schools, markets, workplaces and other public places every day, Andhra Pradeshs new Pedestrian Safety and Universal Accessibility Policy could bring a fundamental change
Murder accused shot in leg by police during arrest bid in Neyveli
When the history-sheeter who was in hiding was confronted, he allegedly attacked two police constables with a machete.
Deletions in Karnatakas draft SIR rolls alarming | Data
Five constituencies in core Bengaluru region see more than 50% of its electoral rolls getting deleted, unseen in other major States. Despite concerning levels of deletions, the office of Karnataka CEO has neither made the deletions lists easily accessible nor has it made public the gender-wise deletions in each constituency
India wanted red flags on chip packets and soda. Big Food fought back.
Multinational food producers often make different versions of the same products to comply with local regulations, tastes and spending capacity
India must reassess its differential treatment of international criminals
No government, in good faith, should allow its land to become a safe haven for enemies of all humankind
Prepare for crude prices above $100
Watch out for tanker movement through Hormuz, marine war-risk insurance and tanker freight, pricing of Gulf and Asian physical crude relative to global benchmarks, and inventory drawdown and product-market stress
Revising the Indus Water Treaty
India and Pakistan should codify principles of equitable and reasonable utilisation, offering scope for mutual benefits and flexibility to incorporate changing conditions related to climate change
While Supreme Court has decided that legal personhood status cannot be extended to non-humans, the Madras High Court, by categorising the Tamirabharani river as a deity, held that it can be treated as one
Sonya Gill, AIDWA leader and womens rights activist, dies at 70
Co-founder of the Peoples Archive of Rural India (PARI), Sonya was dedicated to uplifting women in marginalised communities
Islamabad hospital fire kills 14 newborn babies
At least 14 newborn babies were killed after a fire broke out in the mother and child ward of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad on August 26. One baby was rescued. Authorities suspect a short circuit caused the fire. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered an immediate investigation into the incident.
When Chennais sea food edged out catch from rivers, estuaries in the city
The Media Ant Launches Ant10, an AI Tool That Builds Ready-to-Book Media Plans
Manjrekar slams ICC, BCCI for going soft on disciplinary violations by youngsters
Dear @icc & @bcci Vaibhav for Ind A recently & now Jaiswal... if you keep letting them get away with such behaviour, you train them to repeat such behaviour. It's not good for the sport & crucially their own future too, Manjrekar wrote on 'X'
Deloitte to pay $21.5 million to settle U.S. government probe over DEI
U.S. President Donald Trump has cracked down on DEI during his second term; DOJ said Deloitte tracked demographic goals, impacted promotion decisions
RoboCop: Dan Stevens cast as Alex Murphy in Prime Videos live-action series
Dan Stevens has been cast as Alex Murphy and his cyborg alter ego RoboCop in Prime Videos upcoming live-action series based on the 1987 sci-fi classic
Youth vote and its electoral impact
The byelection results in Bankipur and Datia, where the BJP lost, as well as the Jantar Mantar protests, have drawn considerable attention to the youth vote. In light of these developments, it may be appropriate to examine how young people have behaved politically over the past decade
Nepal flash flood washes away villages, damages roads, power projects
We have reports of villages and infrastructure project sites being washed away, District Administrator Narendra Pariyar said.
Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan also direct the CJM to submit the list of advocate commissioners appointed so far in SARFAESI cases
Leaders Extend Warm Wishes for the Vibrant Festival of Onam
New Delhi, August 26: The Onam festival, celebrated for its cultural significance in Kerala, has received warm wishes from various leaders, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, and Chief Ministers of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, shared his greetings on X, stating, ... Read more Leaders Extend Warm Wishes for the Vibrant Festival of Onam
North Chennais neighbourhood bookstores
For the longest time, North Chennai lacked bookstores that doubled up as spaces that sparked literary discussions. Two new stores in Thiruvottriyur and Old Washermanpet are looking to filling that gap
Brothers trailer: Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson discover they might actually be brothers
Apple TV has released the first trailer for Brothers, a new comedy starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson as fictionalised versions of themselves whose longtime friendship is thrown into chaos by a family secret
Chennai Canvas: Madras Week Episode 1 | Citys changing skyline, coastline and memories
Chennai Canvas: Madras Week, a week-long series by The Hindu, explores the many stories that have shaped Chennai and its identity as Madras. The first episode looks at the citys transformation from a largely flat landscape to a skyline of skyscrapers, the evolution of its coastline through ports, urbanisation and erosion, and the cultural memory of Safire Theatre. The series revisits the citys changing landscapes, iconic places and enduring memories
Justice Sandeep Mehta, in one of his letters, said the Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma who is due to retire on September 26 has exhibited conduct unbecoming of a leader of the institution on more than one occasion
Told Vijay Mekedatu dam is in Tamil Nadu's best interest: Shivakumar on Cauvery row
Told Vijay Mekedatu dam is in Tamil Nadus best interest Shivakumar on Cauvery row
MoEFCC urges NGT to direct States to submit annual plan of operation for Neelakurinji conservation
Achche din keep wrecking common persons budget: Congress slams Modi Govt
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said that the BJP wants to dodge accountability for its misdeeds
Parandur airport project: What happens now to the land acquired? | Explained
What options does a State have to pull out of a project? What happens when a government reverses course mid-acquisition?
Tamil Nadu: Parandur Raises A Storm For 2nd Day
Scrapping of the new airport project at Parandur raised a storm for the second day in the Legislative Assembly.
Seven killed, nine Chinese workers missing in Russia gas complex fire
The fire, which broke out on Tuesday (August 25), was extinguished, the plants press service said.
LuLu flies in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka marigolds to Gulf for Onam amid West Asia crisis
With more than two million Malayalis living across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, the availability of flowers for Onam has become an important seasonal logistics operation
Gulf ship traffic via the Strait of Hormuz hovers below 10-day average, data shows
The figures could change as some ships typically switch off their location transponders during the voyage
Typhoon Saudel heads west after pounding Japan's southwestern remote islands, injuring 2
Typhoon Saudel was about 180 kilometres northwest of Okinoerabu island, packing winds of up to 144 kph as of late morning Wednesday as it headed toward China's eastern coast, the Japan Meteorological Agency said
IntelliDB Enterprise Partners With Yotta To Deliver Sovereign & AI Database Infrastructure In India
IntelliDB Enterprise Partners With Yotta To Deliver Sovereign & AI Database Infrastructure In India
Embark Recognised as a Major Contender in Everest Group's GCC Setup Capabilities in India PEAK Matrix Assessment 2026
Hanur encounter fallout: Provocative audio sparks concern
Chamarajanagar: The controversy surrounding the killing of three suspected poachers in an alleged forest department encounter in Hanur has taken a fresh turn, with a purported audio clip circulating on social media triggering concerns over attempts to create tension along the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border. The audio clip, allegedly featuring a person identified as Divyananda, described 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 .
Speaking up takes courage: Miss Universe India Keziah Mejo praises protesting youth
Miss Universe India 2026 Keziah Liz Mejo has praised the courage of young people who recently participated in protests in Delhi, saying that raising one's voice for what is right reflects love and pride for the nation. Mejo said she feels proud to represent a generation that is confident, fearless and supportive of social causes. Speaking to PTI about the recent youth-led protests in Delhi, Mejo said, I salute each and every single one of those students, each soul that stepped out ready to protest what is right, everybody who joined hands for the betterment of our nation. She added, It takes a lot of courage to be able to speak up. It takes a lot of pride, a lot of love for your country. The protests at Delhis Jantar Mantar began on June 20 over alleged NEET paper leak. The movement, led by the satirical outfit Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), later spread to other parts of the country. The agitation concluded on July 25 after the government held discussions with CJP representatives and agreed to address several demands, including compensation for families of NEET aspirants who died by suicide and withdrawal of FIRs registered against protesters. Calling herself incredibly proud to be part of todays youth generation, Mejo said, That is the India that I represent. The 19-year-old from Kerala will now represent India at the 75th Miss Universe competition in Puerto Rico later this year. Despite her success in the pageant world, Mejo said she continues to pursue her dream of becoming a lawyer. She believes her legal ambitions and her pageant journey can work together to create a positive impact. I absolutely love law. I have wanted to become a lawyer since grade nine, and I am not ready to let that go. I do not believe you have to choose between your dreams. You can allow them to work together and amplify each other, she said. Mejo added that she hopes to use her knowledge of law along with the Miss Universe India platform to bring about meaningful change. She won the Miss Universe India 2026 title after competing against 51 contestants at the Jaipur grand finale. Vaishnavi Ganesh from Tamil Nadu was declared the first runner-up, while Gujarats Anushri Satavlekar secured the second runner-up position.
All you need to know about: scoliosis
Scoliosis treatment centres in the country estimate that around 2-3% of the population could be affected. While in Western countries screening of school children is routine, the same cannot be said of in India
K. Annamalai Launches Month-Long Womens Safety Campaign in Tamil Nadu
Chennai, August 26: Politician and former IPS officer K. Annamalai is set to launch a month-long awareness campaign focused on womens safety across Tamil Nadu in September. This initiative will be conducted under the banner of Annamalais organization, We the Leaders. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the challenges women face and the importance ... Read more K. Annamalai Launches Month-Long Womens Safety Campaign in Tamil Nadu
Fish market and beef export: Owaisis on BJPs double standards
All you need to know about: sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis is believed to be an exaggerated response of the immune system either due to a genetic disposition or due to environmental triggers
Psoriasis plaques occur because of an overactive immune system, resulting in faster skin cell growth, leading to skin cells piling up on the surface; new medications are helping patients, however, the rise in non-communicable diseases and exposure to chemicals is causing an increase in cases, say experts
The study was conducted by Aravind Eye Care System, analysing outcome of over 4.5 lakh cataract surgeries in its network of 14 regional hospitals in South India
Identifying stressors and acting on them early can prevent binge eating, say specialists
Why do people resort to binge eating? Can it be controlled? Can it be reversed? What kind of medical treatment are available and what are the modalities?
Instagram chief admits touting teen safety tool while omitting it was barely used
Meta's business model revolves around selling advertising, and the company earns more when users spend more time on its apps
All you need to know about: angioplasty
Angioplasty is a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure performed primarily in arteries supplying oxygenated blood to the heart, neck, legs or kidneys
Gurugram waterlogging sparks outrage; Residents, Opposition question government and MP
Videos and photographs of school buses stranded near Subhash Chowk, with children reportedly stuck inside for hours, went viral on social media, triggering widespread anger among residents.
Six militants involved in extortion, kidnapping arrested in Manipur
A total of 23 letterheads of UPPK were seized from the possession of the arrested militants, it said, adding that the insurgents confessed to their involvement in kidnapping, extortion and intimidation
U.S. pauses visa appointments worldwide amid Trump's immigration crackdown: Report
Applicants with interviews already scheduled were emailed that their appointments had been cancelled and that they would be informed of a new date and time
Meta, U.S. states have discussed settling teen social media harm case: Report
Meta has denied the allegations, saying it has worked hard to protect children on its platforms
The development comes a day after the Supreme Court agreed to hear Abhishek Banerjee's plea seeking an expeditious decision on the disqualification petitions.
Why India needs an empathy education for its loneliness crisis
As loneliness deepens among Indias elderly, the solution may begin not in old-age homes, but in the classroom
DuPont to Showcase PPE Innovation and Integrated Protection Solutions at OGA 2026
DuPont to Showcase PPE Innovation and Integrated Protection Solutions at OGA 2026
RBI's Proposed Shift from Revolving Credit to Term Loans: SwiffyLabs Lending Platform Already Supports the New Construct
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister to Release Water from Mettur Dam for Cauvery Delta
Salem, August 26: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay is expected to open the Mettur Dam on August 28. This action will allow water to flow into the Cauvery Delta districts for irrigation, as the water level in the reservoir continues to rise. Traditionally, water is released from the Mettur Dam every year on ... Read more Tamil Nadu Chief Minister to Release Water from Mettur Dam for Cauvery Delta
No one should engage in 'narrow politics': Mayawati on hijab row
The BSP is an Ambedkarite party that guarantees respect for all sections of society and the safety of their lives, property and religion, says BSP supremo Mayawati
'Phool Aur Kaante' director Kuku Kohli dies at 77
Kuku Kohli, whose real name was Avtar Kohli, worked under Raj Kapoor and other filmmakers before making his directorial debut with Phool Aur Kaante, which also marked the beginning of Ajay Devgn's career in the industry.
Stock markets open higher as crude oil prices drop
The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 285 points to 77,944.02 in early trade
Sobhita Dhulipala Reveals Why She Saw Naga Chaitanya Only Once A Month After Their Wedding
Sobhita said she spent more than 150 days shooting in Tamil Nadu soon after their December 2024 wedding.
Apple launches faster Mac mini, Mac Studio to tap AI boom
Pricing starts at $2,499 for the M5 Max version and $5,499 for the M5 Ultra model, up from $1,999 for the previous generation
Villagers in Telangana wage a war to protect 75-year-old Peepal tree
I got the platform demolished and constructed the compound wall around it, because the platform was attracting drunkards and vagabonds. Villagers who are protesting now had helped me construct the wall. Now, an issue is being made out of it purely due to personal rivalries, says owner who applied for felling permission
H1N1 in India: A seasonal surge, not a new strain, says ICMR
Delhi has reported 1,777 H1N1 cases this year, while Karnataka had recorded 4,212 laboratory-confirmed influenza cases across 32 districts by August 22. Maharashtra, too, has reported a rise in H1N1 infections
Brillio Recognized with Two Gold Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards for AI Native Talent Development
14 infants killed in fire at Pakistans Islamabad hospital, report says
According to reports, the fire was triggered by a fault in the air conditioning system.
Light to Moderate Rain Expected in Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu Over Next Six Days
Chennai, August 26: The Regional Meteorological Center has predicted light to moderate rain in the Western Ghats districts of Tamil Nadu over the next six days. According to the weather department, favorable conditions for rainfall are developing in the Western Ghats starting Wednesday. This rainy spell is expected to provide some relief from the current ... Read more Light to Moderate Rain Expected in Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu Over Next Six Days
