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Andhra Pradesh braces for very severe cyclonic storm; landfall likely between Bapatla and Vizag on October 28

Wind speed may go up to 130 kmph, say weather experts; IMD issues red alert for 13 districts on Otober 27 and 28

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 1:20 am

Social security, welfare fund board pensions in Keralam to be distributed from October 26

The Keralam government has sanctioned 1,081 crore for the distribution of the social security pensions and the welfare fund board pensions

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 1:10 am

Three injured after speeding car rams them in Otteri

The Kilpauk Traffic investigation police have filed a case and are searching for the driver of the car

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 1:02 am

Residents flag safety risk as silt removed from canals piles up along city roads

Residents complain of rats and snake skins found in sludge after desilting work; Mayor R. Priya had earlier said that leaving silt unattended on roadsides would defeat the purpose of desilting

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 12:51 am

BRS hits back at govt., terms as lies claims on energy, water for irrigation

Former energy minister Jagadish Reddy rejects Congress argument on YTPS location

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 12:45 am

Chennai Corporation readies drones, zonal control rooms ahead of heavy rain forecast

GCC is coordinating with other departments and monitoring reservoirs and waterbodies in the suburbs, including Poondi, Puzhal, Cholavaram, Kesavapuram and Thervoy Kandigai, in real time

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 12:36 am

Heavy rain to hit Chennai, northern, delta and western districts on Sunday: IMD

Isolated places in Theni, Dindigul and Madurai districts are likely to get extremely heavy rainfall and have been issued red alert; Till 8.30 a.m. on Saturday, rainfall occurred at around 80% places over Tamil Nadu

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 12:33 am

Eight KLE tech varsity researchers feature in global top 2% list of scientists

Eight researchers from KLE Technological University, Hubballi, have been featured in the 2026 single-year rankings of the worlds top 2% scientists, while five have been recognised for their career-long scientific impact

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 12:23 am

Law and order situation in T.N. is in an extremely dire state, says Palaniswami

Listing several incidents, he questions the inaction of the government

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 12:22 am

West Graduates Constituency: Counting staff told to ensure transparency

Returning Officer for the Karnataka Legislative Council West Graduates Constituency election K.M. Janaki has urged vote-counting supervisors and assistants to ensure transparency and accountability at every stage of the counting process

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 12:17 am

TN Seeks Industry Partnership In Healthcare

Tamil Nadu is seeking stronger partnerships with industry and healthcare institutions to develop technology: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 25 Oct 2026 12:06 am

Sumangala Steel commits 2.8 crore for scholarships for 70 engineering students

A total of 70 students received scholarships at the fourth edition of Sumangala Steels Ungal Kuzhandayum Aagalaam Engineer initiative

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 11:51 pm

Residents demand demolition of encroachments on pathway, hold protest

Panchayat officials said that District Collector N. Priya Ravichandran would be informed of their demand

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 11:50 pm

Teachers death in Pinakota vehicle blast exposes lack of transport in Agency villages

Teachers allege that they face difficulties in reaching schools located in interior villages, where transport facilities are inadequate and road connectivity is poor

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 11:47 pm

We only tried to make Thirumavalavan the Chief Minister, says Dhinakaran

He says they initiated this move because the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam did not have the support of enough MLAs

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 11:47 pm

Centre backs A.P.s semiconductor push, approves rail links for nine ports

Ashwini Vaishnaw assures support for chip-sector research, skilling and AI; agrees to a Vande Bharat sleeper train between Visakhapatnam and Bengaluru via Tirupati as Chandrababu Naidu seeks approval for key railway projects

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 11:46 pm

Women entrepreneurs urged to focus on attractive, quality packaging at SARAS Mela

Interacting with women entrepreneurs, Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution highlights the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in empowering Lakhpati Didis and enabling rural women to become financially independent and self-reliant

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 11:45 pm

Udhayanidhi alleges free ration rice being polished and sold at 30 per kg across T.N.

He alleges that people have also been returning the rice in several places

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 11:12 pm

Officials misguiding the Chief Minister on projects affecting environment, alleges PMK

Sowmiya Anbumani, floor leader of the PMK in the T.N. Assembly, inspects the land at Jagir Ammapalayam in Salem Corporation, where a waste-to-energy project has been proposed

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 11:09 pm

Arsenal sink Everton to join Manchester City at Premier League summit

Ezri Konsa bundled the ball into the net in the opening minutes for his first goal for the club since joining from Aston Villa in August

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 10:52 pm

Christian families in West Bengal get police protection after alleged attacks to renounce religion

An FIR was registered at the Chandrakona police station based on a complainant which accused 13 persons connected with the Bajrang Dal of attacking Christian families and pressured them to return to Hinduism

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 10:50 pm

Invitation Cup weekend: Royal Legacy runs to glory in the Mysore Derby

Rieko trumps the favourite Stud Poker for a stunning win in the Sprinters Cup; Dyf lives up to the billing in the Stayers Cup

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 10:40 pm

Boy dies of dengue in Coimbatore Medical College Hospital

The Times of India 24 Oct 2026 10:29 pm

Nilgiris hit by mudslides, bus buried and driver killed

Udhagamandalam (Tamil Nadu): Very heavy rains in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu triggered multiple mudslides on Saturday, October 24, and a bus was buried in one such incident, killing its driver, while over 100 students from Keralam had a providential escape as their vehicles halted about 300 metres behind. As mud, uprooted trees, 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 24 Oct 2026 10:24 pm

AU Small Finance Bank Q2 profit jumps 53% to 858 crore

Total income rose to 6,382 crore in the quarter under review from 5,224 crore in the same period a year ago, AU Small Finance Bank said in a regulatory filing

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 10:23 pm

Congress leader seeks action against Chief Secretaries of six States for skipping PAC hearing

Absence of officials despite being summoned amounts to breach of privilege, Congress leader and panel chair Venugopal tells Speaker seeking appropriate action

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 10:19 pm

Indian Army to train civil defence personnel in 12 States, UTs

600 mastertrainers to be trained in first phase; programme aims to equip 60,000 civil defence volunteers across 12 States and Union Territories with emergency response skills

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 10:08 pm

Four Philippine Air Force pilots killed in mid-air collision during training near Manila

Four pilots died after two Philippine Air Force SF-260 training aircraft collided mid-air and crashed at Fernando Air Base in Lipa City, south of Manila, on Saturday. The Air Force has temporarily grounded its remaining SF-260 fleet and launched an investigation to determine the cause of the accident.

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 9:51 pm

INDIA bloc to hold public impeachment proceeding of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, says K.C. Venugopal

After this Public Impeachment, we will hold a Dilli Chalo March against Vote Chori culminating at Ramleela Maidan on November 1st, where at least a million concerned citizens will participate, said K.C. Venugopal

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 9:51 pm

IRDAI extends distribution reforms feedback timeline to Oct 31

The consultation process has received an encouraging response, with over 650 comments received thus far.

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 9:50 pm

Commuters wait through multiple signal cycles at junctions along Old Madras Road

The length of traffic queues forces commuters to wait for at least two signal cycles to cross a signalised junction on Old Madras Road

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 9:49 pm

Why rooftop solar panels need regular maintenance

A recent study by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) found that only half of rooftop solar adopters monitor daily system performance and two-thirds clean their panels at least once a month

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 9:44 pm

India weather (October 25): Heavy rain alert for Tamil Nadu, Kerala; check IMD's state-wise forecast

India weather news: The India Meteorological Department has issued warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall across several states. Heavy rainfall is expected in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry over the next few days. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are forecasted in various regions, including Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Additionally, Odisha is preparing for the potential impact of cyclone Arnab approaching the coast.

The Economic Times 24 Oct 2026 9:39 pm

Pakistan protecting Kashmiris: Farooq Abdullahs remarks on Pakistan and Kashmir spark row

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah sparked a political controversy during a rally in Baramulla by suggesting that a neighbour is protecting Kashmir and urging residents to confront Delhi, prompting the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to demand a public apology.

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 9:37 pm

IMD warns of heavy rainfall over several Tamil Nadu districts

Isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall patterns are anticipated across coastal, delta, and north-coastal Tamil Nadu

The Hindu Businessline 24 Oct 2026 9:24 pm

Kerala University VC says no move to ban student politics, stresses need to curb violence

V-C Mohanan Kunnummal said campuses should allow students to express differing opinions and engage in debate without resorting to violence

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 9:15 pm

IMD issues red alert for three districts in Keralam on October 25

Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad districts are under red alert on October 25, while Idukki and Palakkad are under red alert on October 26

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 9:10 pm

AISA president Neha Bora refuses to sign peace bond, next hearing on October 29

The High Court judge, however, says that he has passed certain directions to the special executive magistrate (SEM) on providing all material to the student leader in the proceedings

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:52 pm

Bharath urges Kurnool voters to back NDA for better infrastructure

Participating in a cycle rally, the Industries Minister stresses development projects in Kurnool city have gained significant momentum since the alliance government came to power

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:50 pm

Ensure timely completion of projects undertaken by GIDA: Chief Minister

The progress of various projects has to be evaluated regularly for timely completion of works, says Chief Minister. He suggests improvements in basic infrastructure facilities, including better connectivity to the islands.

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:49 pm

Back pain: Lancet review calls for clinical assessment over routine scans

Guidelines favour patient education, physical activity and exercise, with imaging reserved for cases where serious disease is suspected, say doctors

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:48 pm

Women voters in GVMC zones outnumber men in most wards

The women across the city claim that their voting choices are shaped by a combination of welfare benefits, household economics, civic infrastructure, performance, and the accessibility of local representatives

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:47 pm

NE monsoon turns play area at Nageswara Rao park into pond

The North East Monsoon has started a series of tests for the newly renovated Nageswara Rao Park in Mylapore, and in the first round, the indiscriminately concreted green facility has fared poorly in two sections: the childrens play area and, to some extent, in the pathways, say residents

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:47 pm

Road Ministry seeks forensic audit of its portals after vehicle data leak

A senior Ministry official says they have sought the intervention of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to review its data-sharing policy and suggest ways to strengthen it

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:45 pm

Chennai Coin Clubs exhibition ends on October 25

More than 50 numismatics from different states are taking part in this three-day event

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:40 pm

Two killed in road accident in Madurai

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:33 pm

Experts discuss entrepreneurship, technology development on first day of JNTUA Innovators Conclave

Conclave sees the participation of over 3,000 students, representatives from more than 300 startups, and over 80 industry leaders

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:22 pm

Heavy overnight rain triggers landslides, damages houses in Nilgiris, Coimbatore

The Nilgiris receives a cumulative rainfall of 2,152.6 mm across 31 rain gauge stations, with a district average of 69.44 mm; Coimbatore records a cumulative 672.80 mm across 23 stations, with an average of 29.25 mm

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:20 pm

Multiple mudslides bring Nilgiris to knees, bus buried

A government bus driver was killed and a conductor injured in a devastating mudslide in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris district on Saturday, triggered by very heavy rains. Over 100 students from Kerala narrowly escaped the incident, which caused widespread disruption, blocking highways, damaging property, and stranding hundreds of vehicles. Rescue and restoration efforts are underway, with authorities advising tourists to avoid the district for three days.

Rediff 24 Oct 2026 8:17 pm

CPI(M) book stalls sales cross 1 crore across 12 West Bengal districts amid targeted attacks

It became about bulldozers vs. books, and people showed up for the books, says senior CPI(M) leader Sujan Chakraborty.

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:14 pm

Kapil Sibal slams government on China border tension: You can remove statements, not the occupiers

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal strongly criticized the governments stance on the China-India border situation, reacting to the ITBP Director Generals statements. Sibal remarked that while official statements can be removed from platforms like YouTube, India cannot remove the people who have occupied its territory, adding that the situation is unfortunate due to a lack of bargaining capacity.

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:09 pm

Vizag TMT rebars make a market comeback as RINL resumes rolling operations

The revival swiftly addresses supply constraints, restoring the availability of the trusted Vizag TMT brand across commercial channels, says senior RINL official

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:09 pm

Pinarayi Vijayan steps up attack against Keralam govt. over SMA drug controversy

Pinarayi claims the controversy arose from lapses of the Keralam government and its failure to maintain transparency at all levels; he says the government did not adequately address concerns of the parents of SMA-afflicted children

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 8:08 pm