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South Korea's PM, Trump discuss possible talks with Norths Kim Jong Un

Mr. Kim did not say what specific suggestions he made to Mr. Trump but said he told Mr. Trump that recent comments by Pyongyang indicated Mr. Kim may be open to dialogue with the U.S.

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 8:26 am

What are the changes being proposed to Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 | Explained

How is the government proposing to alter the definition of transgender person? Why has it argued for the omission of the right to self-perceived gender identity? What about the proposed changes have raised concerns among the trans community? What has the Supreme Court laid down in the landmark 2014 judgement recognising a third gender beyond male and female and the right to self-determination of gender identity?

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 7:51 am

Sugar mills to report 5-8% revenue growth in FY26 on better cane supply: ICRA Report

However, margins are likely to remain broadly stable as cane prices have increased, while ethanol prices have remained largely stagnant, rating agency ICRA said in the report

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 7:14 am

Benchmark indices slip 2% as crude oil prices remain high

Nifty opened at 23,462.50 and touched 23,492.40 before slipping to 23,112.00 and settling at the days close. The decline was broad-based, with all sectoral indices falling as much as 4.8%

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 7:04 am

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. bombs targets on Irans oil export hub Kharg Island

The American military earlier ordered 2,500 Marines and an amphibious assault ship to West Asia, in a major addition of forces in the region after nearly two weeks of war with Iran.

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 6:52 am

Congregationalprayers, rallies held in Kashmir on Ramzans last Friday; Jamia Masjid closed

The Mirwaiz said its for the seventh consecutive year that the rulers have denied Muslims the right to offer prayers at Jama Masjid on this auspicious day

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 5:28 am

Tecumseh Products plans to bring new compressor platforms to India

The company eyes higher double digit growth over five years

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 5:23 am

3 construction labourers held for gang rape

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 5:02 am

Plea to stall Auroville land use for housing binned

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 4:59 am

Seven dead, 92 inmates infected with herpes virus at overcrowded Jalpaiguri correctional home

About 92 inmates have been infected in the outbreak of the Herpes Simplex Virus between August 20, 2025 and March 9, 2026. Seven persons infected by the virus have passed away. The number of inmates at correctional home with a capacity 700 is over 1200

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 4:33 am

Darjeeling DM transferred days after protocol lapse row during President Murmus visit

The administrative reshuffle came hours after reports surfaced that the Home Ministry was considering seeking the services of the two officers in connection with the controversy surrounding the Presidents visit

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 4:28 am

Uttam Nagar clash: Delhi police issue takedown notices against inflammatory content

During the course of the probe, authorities also found that some individuals were allegedly attempting to mobilise funds by circulating misleading narratives about the incident

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 4:20 am

Abu Dhabi police arrest 45 people of various nationalities for filming, spreading misinformation on Iran attacks

They were also accused of spreading inaccurate and misleading information, which could incite public opinion and spread rumours within the community, the police said

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 3:48 am

IPL 2026: CSK will stop using Rajinis film songs

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 3:33 am

Pentagon elevates investigation into Iran school strike

The head of U.S. Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper, ordered the 15-6 probe last week after the initial review was completed. The outside officer was appointed on March 12, one official said

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 3:26 am

Chennai corp to begin happiness & recreation wing

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 3:17 am

Exercise LAMITIYE-2026: India and Seychelles carry out joint military exercise

A series of professional interactions, tactical discussions and practical drills have been conducted as part of the exercise. Operational demonstrations have been a key component of LAMITIYE-2026.

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 3:16 am

Aide of key suspect in Armstrong murder case held

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 3:00 am

2 held for stealing gold, phone from woman

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 2:59 am

Madras HC slams TN for allotting sand dune land to school

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 2:45 am

U.S. offers $10 million reward for information on Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, senior officials

In addition to the supreme leader, the U.S. is seeking information about Irans security chief Ali Larijani, Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib, Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni and two officials in Khameneis office

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 2:19 am

Former NTK functionary Kaliammal joins AIADMK

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 2:04 am

Security stepped up outside gas agencies in Delhi; leaves of police personnel cancelled

Delhi police cancelled routine leave for personnel with immediate effect to maintain law and order, with LPG supply concerns triggering widespread anxiety among households and businesses

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 1:43 am

IndiGo to levy fuel charge for domestic and international flights from March 14

IndiGo said it would continue to monitor the situation and make relevant adjustments as and when appropriate.

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 1:42 am

Opposition leaders press government, Lok Sabha Speaker to revoke the suspension of 8 MPs

The eight MPs, including seven from the Congress, have been barred from attending the remainder of the Budget Session

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 1:40 am

Maharashtra govt. tables Bill to ban unlawful conversions

It proposes stringent provisions for conversions carried out through coercion, fraud, inducement, or marriage; objective to protect right to freedom of religion, says Minister while introducing Bill

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 1:30 am

Fight for rights continues, say workers back at IOCLs Panipat refinery after 5-day strike

Many contract labourers claim that as the project nears completion their key demands have only been partly implemented by the countrys largest government-owned oil company

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 1:25 am

ParivartanYatrato end with PMs rally in Kolkata today, campaign a huge success:BJP

The 5000-kmyatrahas touched 237 Assembly constituencies,

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:58 am

DMK district secretaries to meet on March 16

The Times of India 14 Mar 2026 12:54 am

Indian LPG carrier crosses Strait of Hormuz: marine traffic website

The ship haddepartedfrom Ras Laffan, Qatar,onMarch 7 and was originally destined for the U.S.

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:51 am

Three arrested for beating man to death

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:35 am

Three men arrested after woman alleges rape

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:26 am

Price pressures: On new series of Consumer Price Index, inflation

India must find sources of sustainable energy to curb inflation

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:25 am

Duty of care: On vaccine injury compensation programmes

The state must not evade responsibility when it pushes for vaccination

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:22 am

Study suggests protein in egg whites may provide scalable, effective solution against forever chemicals

Researchers found that ovalbumin acts as a natural carrier protein that binds to and wraps around PFAS molecules, trapping them in a stable complex

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:12 am

Researchers discover chemical reaction that opens new avenues in drug development, protein science

Scientists have discovered a new chemical reaction that can help modify medicines and support faster drug development by easily making and breaking sulphur bonds at room temperature

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:10 am

The fate of the Washington Consensus, once talisman

The Washington Consensus no longer fits a multipolar, digital and fragile world

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:09 am

The India-Canada turnaround is about deliverables

The Canadian Prime Ministers visit has strengthened India-Canada ties, with a focus on Indias needs

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:08 am

I want to play the next level; Im at the top of my game and definitely ready: Shreyas Gopal

The 32-year-old had an eye-catching Ranji season, claiming 48 wickets with his leg-spin and scoring valuable runs for Karnataka. In this chat, he talks about his ambitions, his evolution, the challenge of training two skills, and his upcoming IPL assignment with Chennai Super Kings

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:01 am

Farewell, Alyssa Healy keeper of Australias ever-burning flame

The 35-year-old set the tone, both in front of the stumps and behind them, for one of the most successful teams in sports history. She had a knack of producing the innings that mattered in the game that mattered. Cricket will miss her strokeplay, glovework and leadership, not to mention her cheeky sense of humour

The Hindu 14 Mar 2026 12:00 am

Around 100 Iranian sailors fly out of Kochi airport

A section of the crew is understood to have stayed back on the vessel

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 11:51 pm

Nitish Kumar hints at Samrat Choudhary as his successor in Bihar

During the ongoing Samriddhi Yatra in Saharsa, the Chief Minister placed his hands on Mr. Choudharys shoulders and urged the public to show their support to the Deputy CM

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 11:45 pm

Former MLA Ramulu passes away

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 11:42 pm

CM castigates the naysayers of Musi project

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 11:36 pm

Watch: Lok Sabha: Finance Minister announces 95,000 crore for G RAM G Bill; clarifies stance on LPG and supply chains

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while replying to the Supplementary Demands for Grants in the Lok Sabha, outlined the governments fiscal roadmap for rural employment and energy security.

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 11:36 pm

From streets to skies: How crude oil shapes the world

Crude oil prices, LPG concerns and petrol panic have been dominating the headlines amid the escalating West Asia conflict. But what exactly is crude oil? How is it refined into everyday fuels like LPG, petrol and diesel? And why does it have such a huge impact on Indias economy and daily life? We break it down.

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 11:31 pm

Fuel crisis: hoteliers advised to trim menus, cut operating hours

Finance Minister suggests alternate day operations as hotel bodies seek at least 50% quota of commercial LPG cylinders to sustain operations in the State

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 11:22 pm

Reliance Digital Launches Take The First Bite Campaign for Apples Latest Devices

New iPhone 17e, MacBook Air with M5, MacBook Neo, MacBook Pro and iPad Air with M4 now available with cashback, exchange benefits and special student offers.

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 11:14 pm

Given constraints in fuel availability plants running at a rationalised capacity: Jindal Stainless

Unlike conventional steel industry, which largely utilises blast furnace and coke oven gases as energy sources, the stainless steel industry follows the scrap-based production route where such gases are not generated internally

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 11:13 pm

Haryana Rajya Sabha polls: Congress MLAs reach Himachal Pradesh to prevent cross-voting

After CLP meet, about 30 MLAs leave for Shimla; party insiders say the move is meant to keep the flock together ahead of three-cornered election; Congress holds 37 seats and needs 31 votes to send its candidate

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 11:06 pm

27 Indian-flagged ships remain stranded in Persian Gulf, one starts moving: Government official

Jag Prakash, an oil tanker with a carrying capacity of 48,000 tonnes, is headed to Tanzania, the official says; three cargo ships with 76 seafarers aboard are located in the Gulf of Oman, while 24 ships are stranded in the Persian Gulf; there are 23,000 Indian nationals working in the region on merchant ships, ports and offshore vessels

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 10:59 pm