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Moderate rain in north A.P. barely enough to bridge deficit in State
Published: August 6, 2026 23:48
The north Andhra districts have recorded rain deficit, ranging between 40% and 60%
Justice for AgriGold victims brooks no delay, Naidu officials
Published: August 6, 2026 23:47
The government will deal firmly with those trying to obstruct relief measures by approaching courts, he says, and instructs officials to speed up the auction of properties so that compensation can be disbursed to victims at the earliest
FCRA Bill is âreligion-neutralâ, Shah assures Christian bodies
Published: August 6, 2026 23:07
Delegation meets Amit Shah; member says Home Minister has told them that the government has âno intention to harass the Christian communityâ; forum flags âdeemed cessation of assetsâ clause; Bill could be taken up for discussion in Parliament on August 12
CBI arrests four accused persons in tech-support fraud case
Published: August 6, 2026 23:01
The CBI raided 10 locations across Punjab and Delhi, including a call centre operated from the premises of the main accused in Mohali in the intervening night of August 5 and 6
Gurumurthy delivers YGP Centenary Year Memorial Lecture on Indian Civilisation
Published: August 6, 2026 22:56
Telangana extends industrial land conversion applications under HILTP till October
Published: August 6, 2026 21:55
Announcing reopening of the application portal for three months from August 1, the government said the SRO rates prevailing prior to June 5 will apply
Collaboration, not blame game, needed to tackle floods, says Nagaland Minister
Published: August 6, 2026 21:28
There are allegations that illegal mining activities in Nagaland contributed to the devastating floods in parts of Assam, claiming 95 lives so far
PM urges people to mark National Handloom Day
Published: August 6, 2026 21:11
Posting on his Instagram account, Mr. Modi was seen handling various pieces of handloom material from different parts of the country
Government spent âš557.51 crore in PM Modiâs 77 foreign visits: MEA in Rajya Sabha
Published: August 6, 2026 20:39
These visits and subsequent MoUs helped in international partnerships 'across the sectors', says govt.
Congress rebel leader Naresh Meena surrenders in Tonk after bail cancellation
Published: August 6, 2026 20:09
Bihar dept. to form dedicated force to check illegal mining, transportation of minerals
Published: August 6, 2026 20:02
IIT Madras incubated deep tech firm Solinas Integrity raises funds for expansion
Published: August 6, 2026 19:38
68 kg of ganja seized from express train at Jolarpet railway station
Published: August 6, 2026 19:33
RJD dissolves organisational units after Bankipur loss amid calls to âget rid of sycophantsâ
Published: August 6, 2026 19:33
VIT Chancellor calls on Union Civil Aviation Minister; seeks opening of new airport in Vellore
Published: August 6, 2026 19:32
Farmers oppose land acquisition for proposed Nandan Link Canal project in Tiruvannamalai
Published: August 6, 2026 19:31
Online liquor orders will curb overcharging at Tasmac counters, says Minister
Published: August 6, 2026 19:29
QR codes will be used; No Home delivery
Poikkal Kuthirai to join Tamil Naduâs cultural icons in the skies
Published: August 6, 2026 19:26
The language of obscenity in Tamil Nadu politics
Published: August 6, 2026 19:21
The arrest of the LoP for his allegedly crude remarks has rekindled memories of a time when leaders would scathingly attack their rivals
Karnataka High Court asks Stateâs response to plea complaining about impact of tunnel road project to Hebbal lake
Published: August 6, 2026 19:19
Court warns authorities of staying the project if they failed to respond by August 24
SC allows interim bail to cyber-security researcher in case relating to unauthorised accessing of computer networks
Published: August 6, 2026 19:16
CITU to hold protest in Kalaburagi seeking implementation of revised minimum wages
Published: August 6, 2026 18:59
AIUTUC demands immediate implementation of revised minimum wages
Published: August 6, 2026 18:41
Contract workers protest in Kalaburagi, urge State to reject proposal to keep wage notification in abeyance
CM urges PM to expedite Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar river link project
Published: August 6, 2026 18:32
It is a crucial long-term opportunity to augment Tamil Naduâs surface water resources, Vijay tells Modi
GVMC steps up measures to tackle drinking water scarcity in Vizag
Published: August 6, 2026 18:28
FCRA Bill is âreligion neutralâ, Shah assures Christian bodies
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national//article71314671.ece
Published: August 6, 2026 18:28
Delegation meets Amit Shah; member says Home Minister has told them that the government has âno intention to harass the Christian communityâ; forum flags âdeemed cessation of assetsâ clause; Bill could be taken up for discussion in Parliament on August 12
Govt. reconstitutes Cusat Syndicate
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/govt-reconstitutes-cusat-syndicate/article71314526.ece
Published: August 6, 2026 18:24
Mohammed Shiyas and Najeeb Kanthapuram nominated to the Syndicate under the MLA category
Nod for Rahulâs U.P. meet revoked; Cong. says event still on
Published: August 6, 2026 18:07
Defamatory post against CM: suspect arrested
Published: August 6, 2026 17:59
HC stay on PCBâs closure notice to poultry waste rendering unit in Thamarassery
Published: August 6, 2026 17:58
Kerala Home department withdraws letter used by BJP councillor R. Sugathan to secure leave
Published: August 6, 2026 17:58
The letter, dated July 20 and signed by an under secretary on behalf of the Additional Chief Secretary, was sent to Sugathan in response to his request for an escort parole to take part in the council meeting on July 31
Enhance family income ceiling for availing scholarship by tribal students, Kerala Minister urges Centre
Published: August 6, 2026 17:57
In a memorandum submitted to Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram, Kerala Minister K.A. Thulasi says the change in the ceiling is necessary, given the rising living costs
Centre has taken care of Kashmirâs financial needs: Nirmala Sitharaman
Published: August 6, 2026 17:57
Responding to a demand for greater financial assistance to Jammu and Kashmir, the Finance Minister said the Union government bears the entire salary and pension of Jammu and Kashmir Police, amounting to approximately âš13,000 crore annually
Karnataka to set up urban policing innovation centre to future-proof city policing: Home Minister Priyank Kharge
Published: August 6, 2026 17:54
Karnataka postpones Agriculture Officersâ recruitment exam after student protests
Published: August 6, 2026 17:50
The Karnataka government on Thursday issued an order revoking the recruitment notification for 128 AO posts and 817 AAO posts.
Sonowal calls for technology-led overhaul of port security architecture
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national//article71314567.ece
Published: August 6, 2026 17:48
Mr. Sonowal said Indiaâs ports should be judged not only by cargo handling capacity and operational efficiency but also by their ability to withstand evolving security challenges
P.J. Kurien urges Speaker to ensure Home Ministerâs presence in Lok Sabha
Published: August 6, 2026 17:43
Veteran Congress leader says that he was disappointed over the 'non-functioningâ House and its âfailureâ to ensure the accountability of the government and avoid the âconsequent stalemateâ
House panel flags fertilizer shortage, calls for proper mechanism to address it
Published: August 6, 2026 17:33
Centreâs responses to scarcity created by West Asia war were largely reactive, parliamentary panel says; it calls for a permanent joint fertilizer command and monitoring cell, to provide âcontinuous, real-time coordinationâ on supply of fertilizers duringâŚ
Centre opposes pleas for income-based creamy layer in SC/ST quotas
Published: August 6, 2026 17:28
Union government argues that judicial precedent has laid down creamy layer concept does not apply to SCs and STs; the majority of welfare schemes, except quota for education and State services, already have a means test ensuring âbenefits of schemesâŚ
Two women killed, 18 injured as speeding private bus collides with four vehicles near Kunnamkulam in Keralaâs Thrissur
Published: August 6, 2026 17:19
Two people in critical condition. Deceased identified as Riya Fathima, 17, and Thankamani, 72
Ensure 25% interim crop insurance relief for drought-hit farmers: Tangadagi
Published: August 6, 2026 17:04
Tangadagi directs officials to expedite insurance claims as 80% crop damage reported across most taluks; asks administration to prioritise drinking water, fodder supply and rural employment
Ministers Tangadagi and Rayaraddi inspect drought-hit fields in Koppal
Published: August 6, 2026 17:01
ITI, polytechnic holders can join UG courses without Plus Two in Kerala
Published: August 6, 2026 17:00
Authorities review emergency preparedness as rain continues in Ernakulam
Published: August 6, 2026 16:59
Coordination among various departments and agencies has been stepped up, considering lessons learnt from the massive floods in 2018, says Aluva MLA
Idukki Collector orders closure of zipline run by M.M. Maniâs brother
Published: August 6, 2026 16:57
âThe order follows a case registered by the Adimaly police against Mr. Lambodaranâs wife, the official owner of the venture. The firm was allegedly operating illegally and accommodating tourists in direct violation of a ban imposed in light of harshâŚ
Hostel Workers Association seeks CID probe into food poisoning incidents at Dandoti, Karajagi residential schools in Kalaburagi
Published: August 6, 2026 16:56
PM Surya Ghar sees more than tripling of daily rooftop solar installations in 9 months: MNRE Minister Pralhad Joshi
Published: August 6, 2026 16:52
PM Surya Ghar has also crossed more than 50 lakh beneficiaries.
Kerala HC grants divorce, citing cruelty in marriage
Published: August 6, 2026 16:51
Question paper leak more heinous than murder, says Chhattisgarh High Court
Published: August 6, 2026 16:48
The court order noted that the action of the accused persons is a clear example of âfence eating the cropâ
Faced with Bangladeshi outrage, officials reiterate that India was not involved in Hasinaâs press event
Published: August 6, 2026 16:45
Bangladesh warns of âlikely ramificationsâ on bilateral ties, terming Sheikh Hasinaâs accusations âan affront to the sovereignty of Bangladesh and a grievous insultâ to those who died in the July uprising
Protesting students form 11-member team to hold talks with Jharkhand government
Published: August 6, 2026 16:38
The protest enters 13th day; students say the agitation will continue until government takes concrete decision on their demands
Kerala CM launches Stateâs first âLab on Wheelsâ mobile technology laboratory
Published: August 6, 2026 16:32
The lab, an initiative of ASAP Kerala initiative and Infosys Springboard, aims to introduce school and college students in Kerala to emerging technologies, including AI and robotics.
Efforts on to convince Horatti to step down
Published: August 6, 2026 16:32
BMC MARD calls off doctorsâ protest after Bombay High Courtâs direction
Published: August 6, 2026 16:26
The association said the withdrawal was a mark of respect to the courtâs directive and the decision was without prejudice to its demands and legal rights
13th BRICS Education Ministersâ meeting in Odisha to discuss key priorities
Published: August 6, 2026 16:22
The meeting will deliberate on key priorities including early childhood care and education (ECCE), skill development, research and innovation, mutual recognition of qualifications and academic leadership
Panakkad landslip: traffic reopening put off to Friday amid rain alert
Published: August 6, 2026 16:19
Officials say the road is motorable. However, experts warn that the slope can become unstable if heavy rain continues as the waterlogged soil may lose strength
Death of two tigers: one was poached, the other died of natural causes, says high-level panel
Published: August 6, 2026 16:15
Seven persons hunted the animal using a country-made firearm and removed its four legs to extract claws, finds committee; all the accused have been arrested and sent in remand
Laggard States need handholding to improve: Sitharaman
Published: August 6, 2026 16:11
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says that while all States need to be strong, India needs a Centre that sets âall the clear tonesâ to handle issues such as defence, exports, and manufacturing
Armed men attempt robbery at jewellery shop, shoot at owner after resistance
Published: August 6, 2026 16:10
The two men then allegedly pulled out a gun, threatened him and attempted to rob the shop. When the owner resisted, they fired four rounds inside the shop.
Congress intensifies outreach to disgruntled MLAs fearing their absence from Monsoon Session
Published: August 6, 2026 16:09
There could be outreach from the government through offers of party positions or posts in boards and corporations to mollify disgruntled legislators upset over being denied a place in the Cabinet
Form-7 misuse: Supreme Court to consider Congress MPâs plea alleging targeted deletions in U.P.
Published: August 6, 2026 16:07
There is documented evidence to show the Form-7 process was utilised to facilitate bulk, fraudulent and targeted deletion attempts against eligible electors, âparticularly of those belonging to minority and marginalised sections of societyâ, theâŚ
Bengaluru: IISc student ends life in hostel room
Published: August 6, 2026 16:05
Panel of senior citizens to be formed to provide mentorship to entrepreneurs, says Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan
Published: August 6, 2026 16:00
This initiative aims to bridge the gap between technical know-how and management skills among startups, leveraging the wealth of experience from seasoned professionals to foster growth in the stateâs Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
Upa Lokayukta directs action against illegal homestays, resorts in Hampi
Published: August 6, 2026 15:59
Justice Veerappa told The Hindu that he found several violations of guidelines with respect to core zone, buffer zone and periphery zone owing to the allowance of commercial activities and homestays in the prohibited area of the Hampi World Heritage Area.
Telangana police rank first in tackling cybercrime nationwide
Published: August 6, 2026 15:50
TGCSB has launched a dedicated helpline, 8712665600, to assist people with grievances related to the Grievance Redressal Mechanism and Money Restoration Module
Gujarat HC grants bail to woman accused of daughterâs murder; cites poverty and starvation
Published: August 6, 2026 15:46
The judge stressed that the incident should not be viewed solely as an individual crime but as a reflection of systemic shortcomings in ensuring access to basic necessities
Supreme Court âhopefulâ of amicable settlement in Sunjay Kapur estate row
Published: August 6, 2026 15:45
The court had earlier appointed former Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud as mediator to facilitate a settlement in the inheritance dispute
HYDRAA to deploy sewage treatment in restored lakes
Published: August 6, 2026 15:45
State sets focus on development of new coal blocks and enhancing mine safety
Published: August 6, 2026 15:42
Deputy CM and Singareni officials visit Caterpillar and Komatsu facilities in the United States of America
Probe ordered into transportation of rescuer R. Rajeshâs body without freezer facility
Published: August 6, 2026 15:41
BirlaNu mulls âš167 crore fibre cement board plant in Telangana
Published: August 6, 2026 15:41
A.P. Cabinet clears Pedestrian Safety Policy bringing in audits, stricter accountability
Published: August 6, 2026 15:41
Key decisions on Amaravati, PPP Policy, Ease of Doing Business, and urban development get the nod
Sivankutty demands action against officials responsible for transport of Rajeshâs body without freezer facilities
Published: August 6, 2026 15:38
Rajeshâs relatives had to shift the body to a private ambulance with freezer facilities as a foul smell began to emanate from the decomposing body
YSRCP protests erupt in Rayalaseema demanding Lokeshâs resignation over DSC-2025 exam irregularities
Published: August 6, 2026 15:37
YSRCP launches three-day State-wide protest seeking CBI probe into âDSC irregularitiesâ
Published: August 6, 2026 15:37
Relay hunger strike in Vijayawada turns tense as scuffle breaks out between TDP and YSRCP activists, prompting police to take former MLA Vishnu into preventive custody and disperse protesters; YSRCP submits representation to DGP, alleging attacks on partyâŚ
DMK lays down conditions as government steps up efforts to pass delimitation Bill
Published: August 6, 2026 15:34
These conditions come amid renewed efforts from the government to reach out to the Opposition to secure numbers for the Bill; though the government doesnât have the two-thirds majority yet to push through a constitutional amendment, the situation hasâŚ
SCR, IIT Bombay sign MoU to develop rail yard congestion analysis tools
Published: August 6, 2026 15:31
Historic milestone: first coal rake from SCCLâs Naini Mine in Odisha reaches Singareni Thermal Power Plant in Mancherial district
Published: August 6, 2026 15:29
Kerala local body urges Tamil Nadu to prevent human waste flow into Mullaperiyar dam
Published: August 6, 2026 15:25
Problem due lack of toilet facilities in a bus stand in Tamil Nadu near the Kerala border
Ayurvedic medicine manufacturers in Kerala upbeat about amendments to Drugs and Cosmetics Rules
Published: August 6, 2026 15:24
Ayurvedic Medicine Manufacturers Organisation of India says the amendments are âa progressive leapâ for the sector as it will be positioned closer to global herbal medicine standards while some experts fear doing away with periodic licence renewal couldâŚ
Kerala rains: Kakkayam dam spillway gates closed as water inflow declines
Published: August 6, 2026 15:24
YSRCP leaders stage protest demanding CBI probe into irregularities in DSC exam in Anantapur
Published: August 6, 2026 15:22
Mother, son killed in car-LCV crash on Khammam-Devarapalli Greenfield Highway
Published: August 6, 2026 15:20
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams emphasises inter-departmental coordination for successful Brahmotsavams
Published: August 6, 2026 15:20
Assembly panel reviews tribal welfare measures in Agency areas
Published: August 6, 2026 15:19
Resolve shortcomings within three to four months, ahead of a follow-up visit, its Chairperson tells officials
Musi Riverfront Development Project gets Environmental Clearance
Published: August 6, 2026 15:18
MP Sribharat seeks early release of pending VRS dues for former RINL employees
Published: August 6, 2026 15:17
Notorious burglar linked to 80 thefts arrested in Tirupati, booty worth âš14.87 lakh recovered
Published: August 6, 2026 15:16
âTwo minutes are enoughâ, Chandrababu Naidu fires sharpest salvo yet against Jagan
Published: August 6, 2026 15:14
Accusing YSRCP leaders of engaging in unlawful activities and trying to disturb peace under the guise of political activity, Chief Minister says government has sufficient evidence to expose such leaders
Retired professor of Journalism passes away in Mysuru
Published: August 6, 2026 15:14
AU hosts lecture on higher education, semiconductor research
Published: August 6, 2026 15:13
Orange alert for eight districts in Kerala on August 7, 2026
Published: August 6, 2026 15:13
Car plunges in to river in idukki; one dies, three injured
Published: August 6, 2026 15:13
Local residents and migrant workers quickly mobilized for rescue, using sacks to transport the injured to a nearby hospital, while concerns were raised over the lack of a protective wall along the highway.
BJP unseated in Naranganam grama panchayat in Kerala
Published: August 6, 2026 15:12
DISCOMs told to accelerate solar rooftop installations under PMSGMBY
Published: August 6, 2026 15:09
Resolve all implementation-related issues on priority basis, says Special Chief Secretary Vijayanand, observing that easy access to low-cost loans is critical for success of the programme
TRS chief vows nationwide stir for 50% BC quota in legislatures
Published: August 6, 2026 15:09
Three booked for assault in Chikkamagaluru
Published: August 6, 2026 15:08
Cabinet expansion: Siddaramaiah recommended Mahadevappa and Sait, but not Zameer, says Yathindra
Published: August 6, 2026 15:03
AIUTUC stages protest in Mysuru over delay in revised minimum wages
Published: August 6, 2026 15:01
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