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Prabhakar Kore selected for Padma Shri Award

KLE Society congratulates him for the achievement

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:24 pm

Padma Shri 2026 awardee Anke Gowda earns acclaim for lifelong service to librarianship

Through his dedicated librarianship, Anke Gowda has made a significant social impact by ensuring free access to knowledge for students, researchers and the general public

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:24 pm

Your brain can be trained, much like your muscles a neurologist explains how to boost your brain health

Your brain is not passively wearing down with age. It is constantly remodeling itself in response to how you use it

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:21 pm

One held with MDMA

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:20 pm

Retain policy address made by Governor in Assembly records: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

BJP Kerala president describes the amendments made by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to the Governors speech as unprecedented

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:18 pm

CM visits injured Hubballi workers

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:15 pm

Nandyal Collector gets recognition

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:11 pm

Kerala SIR: M.V. Jayarajan raises concern over high number of applications for enrolment, correction

CPI(M) State secretariat says while most districts have recorded around 1.5 lakh applications, districts such as Kannur, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thrissur, Ernakulam, Kottayam and Thiruvananthapuram have recorded more than two lakh applications, with some nearing six lakh

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:09 pm

Dialogue accommodates tolerance, agreement and dissent alike, says thinker

Bargur Ramachandrappa delivers a lecture organised by Jayadevitai Ligade Pratishtana along with Basavakalyan Engineering College

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:08 pm

Centre focused on Ram reference, not workers rights in newrural jobs law: Karnataka Minister

The Centre has had no conversation with the States before or after bringing the new rural employment law - Viksit Bharat- Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act 2025, Karnataka Rural Development Minister Priyank Kharge tellsThe Hindu in an interview.

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:07 pm

Boy ends life after stabbing his father

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:05 pm

What is behind the increasing number of heart attacks in pregnancy?

Heart attacks during pregnancy are rare, but are on the rise now due to factors such as increased age, diabetes and obesity; it is crucial for women to be aware of this phenomenon to ensure early diagnosis and timely treatment

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:03 pm

Gate closing timings at Pandeshwar railway level crossing unveiled

Gate is closed 11 times a day, four times in the forenoon and seven times in the afternoon and evening

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:58 pm

Only Bengali migrant Muslims being evicted from Assam: Himanta

Himanta Biswa Sarma said the Congress has become a threat to our religion, culture, and the more convincingly we defeat them, the more we can save our state and jati (community)

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:57 pm

Theatre festival in Kalaburagi from Feb. 21

It comes as part of an initiative to strengthen theatre activities in the district

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:56 pm

Yadgir ZP officials collect 3.12 cr. tax in one day

They recovered 2,68,82,350 in a single day during the previous drive in November 2025

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:54 pm

Chinnalapattis Sezhipu compost a game changer

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:51 pm

Study finds research by women may spend more time in peer review; could help understand gender gap

The team said that women are underrepresented in academia, especially in STEMM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, medicine), at top institutions and in senior positions

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:50 pm

Concerns over elongated tenure of government securities as yields harden

RBI report says TG tops the country with maturity of 28.2% of securities above 20 years

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:48 pm

Constable dies as service weapon misfires

The incident took place as he was depositing the weapon in the lock-up room at Dhone railway police station after returning from duty

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:45 pm

Harish Rao says site visit condition was for CHP plants in BRS rule

BRS leader says Deputy CM misled people by half information, omitting portions of tender conditions of the past

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:39 pm

45 injured in jallikattu

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:34 pm

Wildlife activist seeks CBI probe into irregularities at Delhi Zoo

Wildlife activist Ajay Dubey flagged a series of incidents at the Delhi Zoo, including the killing of wildlife, the illegal felling of trees, and the misuse of public funds

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:22 pm

Thalapathy Vijay says he wont bow down amid Jana Nayagan CBFC row

Thalapathy Vijay unveiled his party logo amid the Karur stampede and Jana Nayagan row, asserting he wont bow down to pressure. Addressing TVK cadres in Mamallapuram, he called the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections a high-stakes democratic battle

Mid Day 25 Jan 2026 6:21 pm

Presidential address LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu to address the nation on Republic Day eve

The address will be broadcast from 7 p.m. on the entire national network of Akashvani and telecast over all channels of Doordarshan in Hindi followed by the English version

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:15 pm

Siddaramaiah scoffs at JD(S) coming to power in Karnataka

Mr. Siddaramaiah questioned how the JD(S) could realistically secure power, when it had won only 17 seats in the last Assembly elections, while the Congress had secured 136 seats a number that has since risen to 140.

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:12 pm

Watch: Long marches | Has anything changed for tribals from 2018 to 2026?

The video highlights growing resistance against projects like the Vadhvan Port, which locals fear will lead to mass displacement and provide little to no benefit to the indigenous Bhumiputras

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 6:09 pm

Mamata accuses ECI of bulldozing Opposition, destroying foundation of India's democracy on BJP's behalf

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has been accusing the ECI of holding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal in undue haste

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 5:46 pm

Shiv Sena UBT questions Maharashtra Ministers call to drop King Edward from KEM Hospital name

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut cites Lodha Trump Tower in Worli to flag inconsistency

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 5:36 pm

Not an election its a democratic battle: TVK Vijay on Tamil Nadu Assembly polls

Mamallapuram (Tamil Nadu): TVK chief Vijay on Sunday, January 25, characterised the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections as a high-stakes democratic battle rather than a mere electoral contest, asserting his partys unique position to challenge established political powers. What is going to happen now is not just an election; it is a democratic battle. You 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 25 Jan 2026 5:29 pm

Veteran journalist Mark Tully passes away in Delhi at 90

The award-winning journalist, Mark Tully, had been ailing for some time and had been admitted to Max Hospital in Saket for the past week.

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 5:24 pm

CPI(M) will take disciplinary action against V. Kunhikrishnan, says M.V. Jayarajan

Kunhikrishnan will find no support within the party for his statements, says CPI(M) State secretariat member

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 5:19 pm

Jaishankar hosts U.S. lawmakers, discusses security, trade

The visit of the U.S. Congressional delegation to India came as both sides are looking to move forward in the negotiations for a bilateral trade deal

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 5:09 pm

Concerns over Malayalam Language Bill unfounded, textbooks prepared for linguistic minorities: General Education Minister V. Sivankutty

Advanced robotic kits will be distributed to all high schools through KITE to strengthen robotics education. As many as 2,500 robotics kits will be distributed through Little KITES units in February, says Minister

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 4:45 pm

Posters back V. Kunhikrishnan after fund diversion allegations in Payyannur

The posters were put up in the Thayineri area of Payyannur. Featuring photographs of V. Achuthanandan and Kunhikrishnan, the posters carry the slogan supporting the latter

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 4:41 pm

Governor is free to make changes to governments speech during Republic Day: CM Siddaramaiah

However, the CM said he was not aware whether the Governor would read the governments speech or make changes to it on Republic Day.

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 4:31 pm

PM to visit Assam on February 14 for third time in three months

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate several projects, including the Kumar Bhaskarvarman Bridge over the Brahmaputra, and address BJP workers.

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 4:30 pm

Activist writes to CJ of Bombay HC, seeks suspension of order in Chhagan Bhujbal PMLA case

Impugned order proceeds on incorrect assumption that foundation of the prosecution no longer exists, thereby it undermines purpose of PIL No. 23/ 2014, nullifying years of investigation ordered by Court and also setting a precedent that large-scale corruption can be defeated by piecemeal discharges, says an Social activist

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 4:24 pm

Suryaradhana performed at Srisailam temple

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 4:19 pm

'Not waking up on time for school': Tamil Nadu man brands his 10 year-old son with hot knife in Vellore; arrested

A father in Vellore has been arrested for branding his 10-year-old son with a hot knife after the child refused to wake up for school. The farmer, identified as N Poovarasan, allegedly used the heated knife on the boy's body to vent his anger. Neighbours reported frequent abuse, and the child is currently receiving treatment at Gudiyatham GH.

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 4:16 pm

Australian Open 2026: Novak Djokovic into quarterfinals after Mensik pullout

Djokovic, the 10-times Australian Open champion, will continue his quest for a 25th Grand Slam crown to surpass the record he currently shares with Margaret Court

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 4:01 pm

GRP announces three-tier security arrangements in all railway stations in Chennai

The police officials have been directed to have round-the-clock surveillance through the closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras monitored through the control centre to prevent any untoward incidents

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 3:54 pm

ED terms 22 crore revenue of Goa nightclub as proceeds of money laundering

This revenue, prima facie, suspected to constitute proceeds of crime, as the club was functioning without the necessary statutory licences and on the basis of forged No Objection Certificates/licences from various departments, the Enforcement Directorate alleges.

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 3:52 pm

State Government to expand skill training, employment avenues: Minister V. Sivankutty announces projects in the labour sector

Under the Connect to Work scheme, students undergoing skill training and those preparing for competitive examinations will receive a monthly stipend of 1,000 during their study period

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 3:49 pm

CPI(M) accuses Satheesan of stoking minority communalism for votesby legitimising JIH

Satheesan bolstered Hindutva forces by seeking to legitimise the Islamist politics of the Jamaat-e-Islami-Hind (JIH)-Kerala, says CPI(M)

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 3:35 pm

Neither evil force nor corrupt force should rule Tamil Nadu, says TVK president Vijay

This was the first time the actor-politician spoke critically about the AIADMK, without explicitly naming the party but referring to it as the party that ruled Tamil Nadu earlier

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 3:18 pm

CPI(M) expresses concern on CJIs observation that judiciarys independence was at risk from Centres political over-reach

The Chief Justices worrying observation about the government whittling down the judiciarys independence should concern every citizen says CPI(M) State Secretary

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 3:18 pm

V.D.Satheesan slams attack on Congress protestors; expresses concerns about Vizhinjam port project

Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan expressed dissatisfaction with the ongoing SIT probe into the alleged misappropriation of gold from the Sabarimala temple.

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 3:12 pm

CPI(M)-AIKS march in Nashik to address agricultural and labour issues

The march led by the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and the All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS) addressed critical agricultural and labour issues

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 3:07 pm

Kurnool civic chief stresses on 100 % collection of garbage from households

The Commissioner Kurnool Muncipal Corporation said action will be taken against the official concerned in case of negligence or failure in regard to collection of garbage from the households

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 3:04 pm

Tamil Nadu hikes pension for noon meal organizers, Anganwadi workers

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a major increase in the pension and retirement benefits for noon meal organizers, Anganwadi workers, and panchayat secretaries.

NewsBytes 25 Jan 2026 2:53 pm

Tejashwi named RJD working president at national executive meeting

In a post on X, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) said the decision, which makes clear the line of succession in the party, was taken at its national executive meeting, which was attended by Mr. Yadav, Mr. Prasad and other senior leaders.

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 2:53 pm

Padma Awards 2026 LIVE: Anke Gowda, Othuvar Thiruthani Swaminathan among 45 Padma Shri awardees in unsung heroes category

The Padma Awards, one of the highest civilian honour of India, are announced every year on the eve of Republic Day

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 2:39 pm

NEET aspirant death case: FSL prepares DNA profile of semen collected, two policemen suspended

Bihar police has also taken action and suspended two police officials in the dereliction of the duty

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 2:16 pm

New electors get EPIC during Voters Day celebrations

The Puducherry Chief Electoral Officer also administered the Voters Day pledge to reaffirm commitment to ethical and responsible voting

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 1:55 pm

Three passengers killed as two omni-buses collide at Kottampatti near Madurai

20 injured persons admitted to Government Rajaji hospital

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 1:49 pm

Watch: Indonesia grapples with deadly West Java landslide amid heavy rains

Indonesian authorities have resumed search and rescue operations for at least 80 people missing after a deadly landslide struck a residential area in West Java. The landslip, triggered by heavy rainfall, killed at least 10 people and buried homes in Pasir Langu village, about 100 kilometres southeast of Jakarta. Rescue efforts have been hampered by unstable terrain and ongoing rain, preventing the use of heavy machinery.

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 1:30 pm

21 kg of ganja smuggled from Odisha seized, six held in Neyveli

The team nabbed the duo identified as Abilesh Guru, 28 and Alisha, 24 of Odisha

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 1:25 pm

ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan drops Haris Rauf from the squad

Shaheen Shah Afridi was declared fit and included in the squad with Naseem Shah and relatively inexperienced Salman Mirza the other fast bowlers

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 1:19 pm

No place for Hindi in Tamil Nadu Then, Now and Forever: CM Stalin

aying tributes on the occasion of Language Martyrs Day, he said, a state that loved its language like its life, unitedly struggled against Hindi imposition

Deccan Chronicle 25 Jan 2026 1:13 pm

Jyoti Nivas College launches Jyoti Path, an obstacle training range

The facility aims to strengthen practical training and enhance the physical preparedness of NCC cadets.

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 12:55 pm

Popular Odia singer Abhijit Majumdar dies after prolonged illness

Majumdar was admitted to the hospital on September 4 last year with hypertension, hypothyroidism, and chronic liver disease

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 12:48 pm

Rajya Sabha MP Dharmar, Panneerselvams associate, meets Palaniswami

The meeting was a courtesy call, according to the partys release

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 12:47 pm

BJP urges police to rescue 'abducted' son of industrialist in Jharkhand

A BJP delegation called on East Singhbhum Senior Superintendent of Police Piyush Pandey and expressed concern over the alleged abduction of industrialist Devang Gandhi's son Kairav on January 13

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 12:44 pm