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Bombay HC rules community health volunteers entitled to minimum wage

The order had ruled that these volunteers are entitled to the notified minimum wage and directed the corporation to pay the difference between the existing honorarium and the statutory minimum wage

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 3:49 pm

Watch: Sports is my religion: Aadhav Arjuna after inaugurating All India Services cricket meet in Chennai

Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Aadhav Arjuna inaugurated the All India Services Cricket Tournament in Chennai and said, Sports is my religion.

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 3:39 pm

Watch: Ennore fisherfolk protest over mass fish deaths, seek samples analysis

Large quantities of fish and other aquatic life were found dead in the Kosasthalaiyar river near Ennore on August 16. Fisherfolk from eight villages staged a road blockade, alleging that no government officials had visited the affected area.

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 3:37 pm

Watch: Jharkhand students seek Sorens resignation, ask Rahul Gandhi to withdraw support from JMM govt

Jharkhand students protesting alleged irregularities in recruitment exams have demanded Chief Minister Hemant Sorens resignation and asked Congress to withdraw support from the JMM-led government.

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 3:34 pm

Temporary Ban on Liquor Brands Revoked in Tamil Nadu

A temporary ban to stop the sale of 11 brands - ten varieties of brandy and a variety of rum - was issued on August 11. However, the ban order was revoked with immediate effect from August 14

Deccan Chronicle 16 Aug 2026 3:31 pm

Watch: Bangladesh claim first test win in Australia as Green ton in vain

Bangladesh have pulled off one of the biggest upsets in Test cricket, defeating Australia by nine wickets in Darwin to secure their first-ever Test victory on Australian soil.

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 3:26 pm

Man dies after being allegedly punched by son-in-law over online gaming in Chittoor

The police said Subramanyam had reprimanded his son-in-law for spending excessive time on online games; the man allegedly fled after the assault and a search is on

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 3:23 pm

Why Indian Astronomy education needs a makeover

As astronomy becomes increasingly driven by data, coding, and simulations, India needs to move from theory-heavy classrooms to hands-on undergraduate learning

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 3:14 pm

Union government following anti farmers policies, says Minister

Farmers are facing a serious crisis. The state is facing a severe drought. Farmers have sown two or three times, but lost money and inputs. In such a situation, cooperative societies are supporting farmers'', M. B. Patil, said.

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 3:10 pm

Cummins won't rule out changes to outplayed Australia for second Test

Bangladesh pulled off one of the greatest upsets in Test cricket history when they beat Australia in the Northern Territory capital

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 2:52 pm

Congress should apologise for insulting Vande Mataram on Independence Day: Amit Shah

Home Minister Amit Shah alleged that during the Independence Day programme at the Congress headquarters, Sonia Gandhi asked Vande Mataram to be stopped midway through the song

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 2:45 pm

Pune court remands 'drug kingpin' Virender Singh Basoya to NCB custody till August 21

The prosecution told the court that the accused stayed abroad for a long time. His name has surfaced in several drug-related cases and there is a possibility that he is a key figure in a major drug trafficking racket.

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 2:43 pm

In one of its largest aerial attack, Ukraine kills atleast six in Russia

Russia's Ministry of Defense said that it had destroyed 822 drones overnight, with 600 headed toward the Russian capital

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 2:21 pm

Telanganas electric conversion scheme for autos takes shape

The scheme seeks to provide financial assistance of up to 1.50 lakh, either retrofitting their existing autos, or purchasing new electric ones; those who wish to retrofit their autorickshaws can do so by converting their vehicles using an AIS-123-approved electric kit installed by empanelled vendors.

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 2:19 pm

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay condoles death of police constable on I-Day, announces 30 lakh relief

A. Dharmaraj was a Grade-I police constable attached to the Drums Bagpiper band of the Tamil Nadu Special Police Training Centre in Avadi, who fainted while on parade duty

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 2:18 pm

Tamil Nadu Government Releases Water from Bhavanisagar Dam for Farmers Relief

Erode, August 16: The Tamil Nadu government has taken a significant step to support farmers by ordering the release of water from the Bhavanisagar Dam into the Lower Bhavani Project (LBP) canal system for a duration of 15 days. This decision comes as a relief to farmers who have been urgently requesting water for irrigation. ... Read more Tamil Nadu Government Releases Water from Bhavanisagar Dam for Farmers Relief

Morningstar 16 Aug 2026 2:10 pm

Supreme Court to hear on Monday Tamil Nadu's plea for directions to Karnataka to release Cauvery water

The Supreme Court will hear Tamil Nadu's plea for Cauvery water release on Monday. Tamil Nadu seeks immediate release of its due share from Karnataka. The state government claims Karnataka is releasing significantly less water than allocated. Reservoir levels in Karnataka are sufficient to meet Tamil Nadu's water needs.

The Economic Times 16 Aug 2026 2:05 pm

Tamil Nadu, Delhi Weather Update: Heavy Rain Likely as IMD Monitors Low-Pressure Formation Over Bay of Bengal

Rain is expected to continue being a major concern over several parts of the country as Tamil Nadu witnesses showers and thunderstorms, while Delhi too receives some relief in the form of light rain, according to the latest India Meteorological Department

Oneindia 16 Aug 2026 1:42 pm

Why Commerce degrees need to add household budgeting to the syllabus

A B.Com. student reflects on what handling her household budget taught her that her degree did not

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 1:13 pm

Complaint against Tamil Nadu BJP chief over remarks on CM Vijay's mother

Complaint against Tamil Nadu BJP chief over remarks on CM Vijays mother

India Today 16 Aug 2026 1:13 pm

CM Satheesan proposes to elevate Thripunithura as a heritage town at Athachamayam event

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan called upon the elected representatives from the region to come together beyond political lines and get a proper proposal made with the help of experts to elevate the stature of Thripunithura to a heritage town.

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 1:11 pm

Shift the focus

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

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 1:11 pm

Rejuvenation of irrigation channels, ponds to begin in Tamil Nadu under VB-G RAM G scheme

According to sources, desilting of water bodies and irrigation channels ahead of the northeast monsoon will help store rainwater to its capacity, raise the groundwater table and improve irrigation facilities for agriculture

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 1:09 pm

SIT fast-tracks probe into suspected GST evasion on foreign remittances for hosting Messi and Argentine team in 2025

Officials said the investigation will likely lay the legal groundwork for a sweeping anti-corruption enquiry into the high-profile plan that turned into a fiasco amid a storm of hype, despite the previous Left Democratic Front (LDF) governments active backing

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 12:49 pm

VisionQuest trailer: Paul Bettanys Vision faces Ultron in a twisted MCU mindscape

Marvel Studios has released the first trailer for VisionQuest, bringing Paul Bettany back as Vision for an eight-episode Disney+ series that reunites him with James Spaders Ultron and serves as the final chapter in the WandaVision television trilogy

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 12:47 pm

IMD issues heavy rain alert for Odisha and Tamil Nadu, Delhi may see light showers

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a red warning for extremely heavy rainfall in parts of Odisha after a fresh low-pressure area formed over the Bay of Bengal. The weather system comes as several districts in the state continue to deal with a flood situation, with around one lakh people evacuated to relief centres from inundated areas.

India TV 16 Aug 2026 12:37 pm

G.K. Vasan condemns two Chennai students death; calls for crackdown on illegal drugs

Citing a media report of the incident, the TMC(M) leader said it was the duty of the Tamil Nadu government to get to the motive behind the murder, arrest those involved

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 12:34 pm

Percy Jackson Season 3 trailer: Percy faces the Titans Curse as Annabeth disappears

Disney has unveiled the first trailer for Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 3, bringing Rick Riordans The Titans Curse to the screen for the first time as Percy faces a dangerous new quest, a missing Annabeth and the growing threat of Kronos

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 12:34 pm

How Dhurandhar is a prime example of government-embedded filmmaking

Dhurandhar features Ranveer Singh as an Indian spy infiltrating a Pakistani terror network. While some viewers celebrate its patriotic themes as a necessary response to historical narratives about Pakistan, the film perpetuates a one-dimensional view of the country and reinforces divisive tropes

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 12:23 pm

Two injured after Air India passengers gun goes off at Varanasi airport

During the weapons check, the passenger fired a round, injuring two AAAI Cargo Logistics and Allied Services Company Limited (AAICLAS) screeners, read a statement by Varanasi Airport Authority

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 12:21 pm

Ahsoka Season 2 trailer: Anakin Skywalker returns as Thrawn declares war on the Galaxy

Disney has unveiled the first trailer for Ahsoka Season 2, bringing Rosario Dawson back as the former Jedi while Hayden Christensen returns as Anakin Skywalker and Grand Admiral Thrawn prepares to unleash a new war across the galaxy

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 12:13 pm

Global Clergy Abuse Watchdog ECA Petitions Tamil Nadu Governor Over Loyola College Principal On Don Bosco France Film Programme

Ending Clergy Abuse (ECA), an international network of survivors of clergy and institutional abuse, has petitioned the Governor of Tamil Nadu over a letter written by the Principal of Loyola College (Autonomous), Chennai, which twice drew a private individuals mother into official correspondence about an academic programme. The representation, dated 10 August 2026 and addressed [] The post Global Clergy Abuse Watchdog ECA Petitions Tamil Nadu Governor Over Loyola College Principal On Don Bosco France Film Programme appeared first on The Commune .

The Commune Mag 16 Aug 2026 11:59 am

Ahead of Amit Shahs visit to Alwar, students detained before proposed protest

The protestors had planned to raise the issues of lathicharge on students at Jantar Mantar, poor condition of roads, the alleged Matsya scam and demand the restoration of student union elections

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 11:54 am

Ranveer Singhs Pralay goes on floors: Jai Mehta to direct post-apocalyptic survival thriller

Ranveer Singh has begun filming Pralay, the ambitious post-apocalyptic survival thriller directed by Jai Mehta and produced by Ananya Birlas Birla Studios, True Story Films and Singhs Maa Kasam Films

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 11:53 am

Indian Independence Day celebrations in New York Tri-State area culminate in Guinness World Record

A Guinness World Record for the Largest Flagpole Number was set at Veterans Memorial Park in Parsippany, New Jersey, on Saturday

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 11:52 am

British Indian Amit Bhatia-led consortium agrees to acquire minority stake in Liverpool F.C.

We are incredibly proud to be investing in Liverpool Football Club and to be doing so alongside FSG, Amit Bhatia said

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 11:51 am

NLSIU students, alumni oppose CJI Surya Kant, BCI chairman attending convocation

In a statement dated August 15, the students and alumni condemned the now-withdrawn BCI order to halt the enrolment of students of NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, and expressed their solidarity with the students at NALSAR, who they said have shown exemplary courage and moral conviction in speaking truth to power.

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 11:49 am

Fadnavis, Pawar pay tribute to ex-PM Vajpayee on death anniversary, hail him as visionary leader

With his oratory, vision and unwavering commitment to democracy, Vajpayee enriched the direction of Indian public life, Sharad Pawar wrote on X

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 11:40 am

Major oil spill threatens Hara mangrove forests in Persian Gulf

The forests are a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and serve as an important nursery for marine life

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 11:21 am

Government sets LPG production targets for refiners; Reliance gets largest quota

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry has specified maximum LPG production levels for 21 refineries and upstream companies, with combined production potential set at 63,810 tonnes a day

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 11:14 am

Ennore fisherfolk protest over mass fish kill in Kosasthalaiyar river

Several species of fish and other aquatic life, including madavai, kizhangan, oodan, karuva and kelathi, besides prawns and crabs, were found dead in the river

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 10:48 am

Thousands evacuate after Indonesia earthquake kills 51, cuts roads

Thousands of evacuees waited for help on Indonesias Flores island; the quake, followed by some 341 aftershocks, is the Southeast Asian nations deadliest since a 2022 quake killed hundreds in West Java

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 10:43 am

Retrofitting Tamil Nadu to strike at drug menace

Governments across the world have struggled to curb the drug menace, driven by cartels. The situation is no different in Tamil Nadu. With the State going through the same classic signs of easy availability of drugs through a wide ground-level network and addiction beginning early among the youth, this report looks at what this governments Anti Narcotics Task Force will do differently as the State takes yet another stab at stamping out drugs

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 10:21 am

Teen boy among six dead including suspect in Michigan shootings; girl survived

This situation is heartbreaking for the community and challenging for the investigators involved, Lt. Ashley Miller said in a statement

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 10:20 am

Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan to attend two-day Tamil Nadu events

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The News Mill 16 Aug 2026 10:17 am

TVK Government Marks 100 Days in Office with Focus on Welfare Schemes and Investments

Chennai, August 16: The Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) government, led by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, is celebrating its first 100 days in power. This marks a significant political shift in Tamil Nadu after over five decades of alternating rule between the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK). ... Read more TVK Government Marks 100 Days in Office with Focus on Welfare Schemes and Investments

Udaipur Kiran 16 Aug 2026 10:00 am

Morocco arrests 111 migrants headed for Spains Ceuta in security crackdown

A source in Moroccos Interior Ministry told Reuters those detained included 109 migrants from sub-Saharan Africa and two Moroccan citizens arrested in or around Fnideq, the Moroccan city opposite Ceuta.

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 9:43 am

Heavy Rain Forecast for Four Districts in Northern Tamil Nadu

Chennai, August 16: The Regional Meteorological Centre has predicted heavy rainfall in four northern districts of Tamil Nadu, including Chengalpattu and Kanchipuram, on Monday. Meanwhile, moderate rain is expected in the western Ghats districts on Sunday. The departments latest weather bulletin indicates that isolated areas in the western Ghats may experience thunderstorms and strong winds ... Read more Heavy Rain Forecast for Four Districts in Northern Tamil Nadu

Morningstar 16 Aug 2026 9:20 am

Indian athletics team to have camp in Japan ahead of Asian Games

In June, Sports Authority of India signed an MoU with the University of Tsukuba to facilitate participation of Indian athletes, coaches, and sports scientists in specialised training and exchange programmes in Japan

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 9:10 am

CBI re-registers BSP leader Armstrong murder case

Investigators visit scene of crime in Perambur

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 9:08 am

North Koreas Kim, Russias Putin reaffirm ties on Korean Liberation Day

The North Korean leader expressed hope for the future of ties that had carried forward the history of common struggle for justice and precious traditions of friendship

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 8:51 am

Hamas chief heads to Cairo for talks ahead of Kushner visit

We continue to await pressure from the mediators and the U.S. side on Netanyahu and his government to compel him to abide by the roadmap, said Hamas political bureau member Bassem Naim

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 8:49 am

The 1990s experience

The generation has seen technologies emerge, change, adapt, and vanish

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 8:23 am

The riddle of trauma

Its a word with much greater meaning and depth, and should not be misused

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 8:23 am

Schooldays, punishments and the red stage

Schools have beem encouraged to adopt more constructive and child-friendly approaches to discipline

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 8:22 am

News in Frames | Keep calm and colour on

The Natural Dye Processing and Incubation Centre is developing biodegradable paints and colours from natural dyes as safer alternatives to synthetic dyes

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 8:15 am

Madras Day 2026: a 121-year-old bakery with a Gen Z heart

Established in 1905, The Crown Bakery at Bazaar Road inMylaporestill stays young thanks to suggestions coming in from GenZersin the family that runs the enterprise

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 7:43 am

Hurricane Lala leaves thousands without power in Hawaii amid life-threatening conditions

Earlier in the day, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said Lalas maximum sustained winds reached 75 mph (120 km/h), making it a Category 1 hurricane

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 7:34 am

West Asia war LIVE: Iran demands release of downed pilots as Qatar denies holding them

Javad Salehi, Abdolmajid Dashtian and Omran Behraveshian have been held by Qatari forces for six months, said General Mohammad Bagherzadeh of the Iranian armed forces

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 6:43 am

At least one student among five people shot at Virginia State University

The person confirmed to be a student was among those whose injuries were not life-threatening, and the student has been released from a hospital

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 6:41 am

Magnitude 6.0 earthquake strikes Minahassa Peninsula; third to strike Indonesia

This comes as a magnitude 6.5 quake struck Indonesia, hours after a devastating 7.7-magnitude quake in the morning killed more than 40 people, CBS News reported

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 2:30 am

Tamil Nadu Police Officers Honored with Presidents Service Medals

Chennai, August 16: Twenty officers from the Tamil Nadu Police have been selected for prestigious service medals announced by the central government on the occasion of Independence Day. Three police officials will receive the Presidents Medal for Distinguished Service, while 17 others have been chosen for the Commendation Medal. The Presidents Medal for Distinguished Service ... Read more Tamil Nadu Police Officers Honored with Presidents Service Medals

Morningstar 16 Aug 2026 2:14 am

Jharkhand students demand Congress to withdraw support from JMM coalition, CM Sorens resignation

The students accuse JMM-Congress of playing politics and also announce CMs residence gherao on August 20

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 2:11 am

Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant has generated over 1.30 million units of power

Reactors 1 and 2 of the nuclear power plant have prevented 11.22 crore tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions; both reactors are operated at capacity factors exceeding 101.5%, says Site Director

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 12:29 am

Astroturf Is Turning Kovai Into Hockey Capital of W. TN

Dr. P. Senthil Rajkumar, secretary of the Coimbatore district hockey association as well as the general secretary of the Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu, said the first synthetic hockey turf that came into being early this year in Coimbatore.

Deccan Chronicle 16 Aug 2026 12:28 am

Creating reels is 100-day achievement of TVK-led government, says Palaniswami

Alleging that the TVK did not consider the views of the CPI, CPI(M), and VCK, he says Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay does not know everything about the Cauvery issue

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 12:26 am

Two youth run over by car while making reels on National Highway

The police said the two youngsters were standing in the middle of the road and filming reels on their mobile phone when a car travelling at high speed from Bengaluru towards Chennai hit them. Both died on the spot

The Hindu 16 Aug 2026 12:22 am