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The Hindu T.N. Governor cuts security convoy size after PM Modi’s austerity appeal

As many as 10 security vehicles accompanied the Governor when he participated in government and private functions; the number has now been reduced to four

The Hindu CBI arrests ‘mastermind’ linked to NEET-UG 2026 biology paper leak

A biology lecturer from Pune was appointed by the National Testing Agency as an expert and was involved in the examination process this year, the CBI says

The Hindu Israel confirms Hamas armed wing chief killed in Gaza strike

Two Hamas officials also said that Haddad had been killed in an Israeli strike on a residential apartment and a civilian vehicle in Gaza City on Friday (May 15)

The Hindu PM Modi arrives in Netherlands on second leg of five-nation tour

Mr. Modi said he would hold talks with Prime Minister Jetten and call on King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima

The Hindu PM Modi in Netherlands LIVE: 'India’s aspirations no longer confined to its borders,' Narendra Modi tells diaspora

Addressing the Indian community in The Hague, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also said India is dreaming big and its youth aspires to reach the sky

The Hindu A haven for hidden gems: new YouTube channel launched to showcase independent Tamil films

In this edition of Tubewatch, we discuss a new YouTube channel exclusively for movies that may have missed wider theatrical attention, as well as season 2 of Startup Singam

The Hindu PM Modi congratulates new Iraq PM Ali Falih Kadhim al-Zaidi on assuming charge

Ali Falih Kadhim Al-Zaidi emerged as a consensus candidate for Prime Minister after weeks of internal debate among the Coordination Framework's member parties

The Hindu Hindi & Malayalam version of ‘Drishyam 3’ will have different narratives, say makers

The crime thriller franchise, known for its taut narrative, sharp twists, and gripping performances, has over the years garnered a strong and loyal fan base across languages and demographics.

The Hindu Manoj Jarange warns of fresh agitation over Maratha quota issue from May 30

The activist claimed that the State government has completely halted the process of issuing Kunbi caste certificates to Marathas

The Hindu Submerged temple emerges as Bhavanisagar Dam level drops

Built during the Hoysala rule and later submerged during the construction of the Bhavanisagar Dam, remnants of Sri Madhava Perumal Temple resurface only when the water level drops

The Hindu Cyberabad police begin search for Bandi Bageerath in Hyderabad and Karimnagar after HC rejects pre-arrest bail plea

Surveillance and technical teams continue to analyse location coordinates, digital trails and other electronic data linked to the accused’s whereabouts

The Hindu Delhi Govt to soon notify city logistics plan: CM Rekha Gupta

The Chief Minister said the national capital has secured a place in the highest "Exemplary" category in the country's Logistics Ease Across Different States 2025 Index

The Hindu As Netanyahu spotlights Israel's ties to UAE, its rulers prefer to be discreet

Though the UAE normalised relations with Israel in 2020, its rulers like to keep the alliance somewhat quiet

The Hindu 20 extraordinary parents in the spotlight

Sri Arunodayam honours them for their unwavering commitment in raising intellectually disabled children

The Hindu Adhikari aide killing: CBI conducts searches at multiple locations

The search operation was conducted late at night on May 15 and continued till the early hours of May 16

The Hindu U.S. Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion pill, while lawsuit plays out

The court is dealing with its latest abortion controversy four years after its conservative majority overturned Roe v Wade and allowed more than a dozen states to effectively ban abortion outright

The Hindu PM Modi in Netherlands LIVE: Prime Minister lauds Dutch coach’s role in Indian women’s hockey success

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “India and the Netherlands can coordinate in the global arena and work on securing global projects”

The Hindu Is CSK in trouble after its loss against LSG? | IPL Show 2026

In this episode, we dissect what went wrong for the Chennai Super Kings. Kartik Sharma’s fine knock and how Anshul Kamboj and the rest of the bowlers were taken apart by the Mitchell Marsh storm. Also, we discuss about Punjab Kings’ fifth consecutive loss and how crucial is tonight’s game between KKR and GT and how it changes the points table in the race to the PlayOffs.

The Hindu Cyberbad police begin search for Bandi Bageerath in Hyderabad and Karimnagar after Court rejects pre-arrest bail plea

Surveillance and technical teams continue to analyse location coordinates, digital trails and other electronic data linked to the accused’s whereabouts

The Hindu Can ECI ensure fair voter inclusion amid roll revision concerns?

The Election Commission’s electoral roll revision exercise has sparked debate over voter deletions, methodology and possible disenfranchisement. As Phase 3 begins, concerns are being raised about ensuring fair inclusion and transparency in the process.

The Hindu A guide to testing for sexually transmitted infections

How do you navigate the landscape of STI tests? What symptoms should you be on the look out for? How often must you get tested? And why is prevention key? Experts explain

The Hindu Submerged temple emerges as Bhavanisagar Dam level drops

Built during the Hoysala rule and later submerged during the construction of the Bhavanisagar Dam, remnants of Sri Madhava Perumal Temple resurface only when the water level drops

The Hindu Taiwan says is an ‘independent’ nation, after Trump’s warning

Taiwan depends heavily on U.S. security backing to deter China from carrying out its threat to annex the island by force

The Hindu Adhikari aide killing: CBI conducts searches at multiple locations

The search operation was conducted late at night on May 15 and continued till the early hours of May 16

The Hindu Israeli forces kill man in West Bank camp: Palestinian Ministry

The Palestinian Red Crescent said its teams in Jenin received a man "with no signs of breathing or pulse from inside Jenin camp after he sustained a live bullet wound to the thigh"

The Hindu Census 2027: Field visits for house-listing, household data collection begin in Jharkhand

The exercise will run till June 14, 2026, during which trained enumerators will undertake house-to-house visits

The Hindu Iran-Israel war LIVE: Israel, Lebanon say extending ceasefire despite new strikes

Hundreds of people have died in Lebanon due to Israeli strikes despite the truce announced on April 17

The Hindu Bhojshala Case: What did the High Court decide?

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled on the long-standing Bhojshala-Kamal Maula dispute, declaring the site a Hindu temple and granting full worship rights. The verdict has sparked reactions from both sides and may now head to the Supreme Court. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the case and why it matters.

The Hindu PM Modi in Netherlands LIVE: Prime Minister lauds Dutch coach’s role in Indian women’s hockey success

The Prime Minister said he would hold talks with Dutch PM Jetten and call on King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima

The Hindu As Netanyahu spotlights Israel's ties to UAE, its rulers prefer to be discreet

Though the UAE normalised relations with Israel in 2020, its rulers like to keep the alliance somewhat quiet

The Hindu NEET paper leak row: Youth Congress protests in Delhi, chief Uday Bhanu Chib detained

The protesters alleged that the education system had "collapsed" under the BJP-led NDA government

The Hindu Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by 45 days, but fresh strikes raise concerns

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their fragile ceasefire by 45 days, with the United States pushing for a long-term solution. However, fresh Israeli strikes and ongoing tensions with Hezbollah are raising concerns about how stable the truce really is. Watch the full update.

The Hindu Delhi Govt to soon notify city logistics plan: CM Rekha Gupta

The Chief Minister said the national capital has secured a place in the highest "Exemplary" category in the country's Logistics Ease Across Different States 2025 Index

The Hindu Kerala politics LIVE: All eyes on Congress equations in Satheesan’s home turf ahead of Cabinet formation

Differences over Kerala Chief Minister selection will be resolved smoothly, says K.C. Venugopal

The Hindu Fourteen illegal immigrants prevented from entering India: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

''A group of 14 illegals were identified and prevented from entering into India by brave jawans of @assampolice and @BSF_India,'' the CM posted on X on May 15

The Hindu Telangana HC denies pre-arrest bail to Bandi Sanjay’s son, reserves order

Justice T. Madhavi Devi of the HC, who heard contentions of the parties from 9 p.m. to close to midnight, said that she was “not inclined to grant any interim order at this stage”

The Hindu Why are Telugu cinema’s exhibitors and producers at loggerheads?

With exhibitors and producers at loggerheads over percentage revenue sharing system as opposed to a fixed rental model, the Telugu film industry is split wide open ahead of the release of Ram Charan’s ‘Peddi’. A sub committee has been constituted to address the issues and arrive at an amicable solution

The Hindu Changes in body fat due to obesity can contribute to Alzheimer's disease: Study

The ageing-related neurological disorder affects one's cognition, memory and speech, and can eventually interfere with daily functions

The Hindu Iran-Israel war LIVE: Israel, Lebanon say extending ceasefire despite new strikes

Hundreds of people have died in Lebanon due to Israeli strikes despite the truce announced on April 17

The Hindu Sri Lanka imposes 50% surcharge on car imports to protect currency from further slide

The rupee has seen over 3% depreciation against the dollar by mid this month due to prevailing external pressures — primarily the Iran war — which has led to a massive surge in fuel import bill

The Hindu Avadi police seize 140 kg of ganja, 2,000 narcotic tablets in two operations

Six people have been arrested and sent to judicial custody

The Hindu Kerala politics LIVE: All eyes on Congress equations in Satheesan’s home turf ahead of Cabinet formation

Differences over Kerala Chief Minister selection will be resolved smoothly, says K.C. Venugopal

The Hindu Superpower summit: On the Trump visit to China

As the U.S. and China renegotiate ties, India must reinforce its strategic autonomy

The Hindu Three IPS officers suspended in R.G. Kar doctor rape-murder case

The West Bengal government on Friday suspended three senior IPS officers, Vineet Goyal, Abhishek Gupta and Indira Mukherjee, in connection with the rape and murder of a doctor at Kolkata’s R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in August 2024. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the officers are accused of mishandling the initial investigation and allegedly offering financial inducements to the victim’s family.

The Hindu ​Juggernaut rolls on: On the third phase of SIR of electoral rolls

The anomalies of Phase 2 of the SIR demand a fresh approach from the ECI in Phase 3

The Hindu T.N. Governor cuts security convoy size after PM Modi’s austerity appeal

Until now, 10 security vehicles accompanied the Governor when he participated in government and private functions; the number has now been reduced to four

The Hindu Retired judge, son booked for dowry harassment after daughter-in-law found dead

The victim’s family has accused her husband and mother-in-law of mentally harassing and misbehaving with her and making financial demands.

The Hindu UN event highlights India-Oman maritime ties through maiden voyage of stitched sail vessel

The Indian Ambassador to the UN Parvathaneni Harish underlined that India and Oman share a maritime relationship of peaceful trade and commerce that goes back centuries

The Hindu PM Modi in Netherlands LIVE: Modi addresses Indian diaspora at The Hague, highlights Govt's achievements

The Prime Minister said he would hold talks with Dutch PM Jetten and call on King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima

The Hindu Maharashtra Govt mandates Marathi for revenue hearings and orders

The new SoP also makes it mandatory for all revenue officers to conduct hearings at least twice a week, preferably on Tuesdays and Fridays, while adjournments will be allowed only once

The Hindu First-ever consignment of Captagon drug worth ₹182 crore seized: Amit Shah

The Union Home Minister said the Modi government has resolved to make a "Drug-Free India"

The Hindu Why India should move towards tuition-blind admissions

Tuition-blind admissions are not about generosity but about ensuring that financial barriers do not stand in the way of talented students

The Hindu Scholarships: May 16, 2026

Information on financial aid for students

The Hindu Is there a “cobra effect” in India’s higher education system?

The key challenge is to move the system towards genuine excellence and global competitiveness

The Hindu Supreme Court-monitored judicial probe needed over leakage of NEET examination papers: CWC member Gidugu Rudra Raju

Speaking to The Hindu, Gidugu Rudra Raju said the 22,05,035 students who appeared for examinations in 5,432 centres had become victims with cancellation of NEET examinations

The Hindu PM Modi in Netherlands LIVE: Modi addresses Indian diaspora at The Hague, highlights Govt's achievements

The Prime Minister said he would hold talks with Dutch PM Jetten and call on King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima

The Hindu After Trump trip, Putin to visit China on May 19

The Russian leader will discuss with his Chinese counterpart how to "further strengthen the comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation" between Moscow and Beijing, Kremlin said

The Hindu Shekhar Kapur to direct ‘Foreign Bodies’, a film on vaccine pioneer Waldemar Haffkine

Shekhar Kapur is set to direct a biopic of Ukrainian-Jewish scientist whose work on cholera and plague vaccines in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries helped save millions of lives

The Hindu Tamil Nadu govt. may gradually increase women’s rights grant

The amount may initially be increased from ₹1,000 to ₹1,500,  given the State’s financial situation, says a government representative

The Hindu Trump says ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki ‘eliminated’ in joint U.S.-Nigerian mission

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu confirmed the operation and said Al-Mainuki was killed alongside “several of his lieutenants, during a strike on his compound in the Lake Chad Basin

The Hindu CPI(M) extended support to TVK to prevent BJP’s ‘backdoor rule’: P. Shanmugam

“Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has promised good governance. Our support will depend on the performance of the government,” the CPI(M) State secretary said

The Hindu Ratan Tata Trusts ‘not aware’ of Venu Srinivasan’s complaint, reviewing Charity Commissioner’s order

It is reiterated that the direction was issued ex parte, with no notice being given to the Sir Ratan Tata Trust and no hearing being afforded to it, before the direction was issued,” the Tata Trusts said in the statement

The Hindu BRICS is evolving with new members; differences will take time to resolve: Brazil FM Mauro Vieira

UAE-Iran tensions over the war hold up consensus at BRICS FM meet; could spell trouble for BRICS Summit in September

The Hindu IDFC First Bank case: Haryana govt. gives go-ahead to CBI to probe five IAS officers' role

Sixteen accused have so far been arrested in the case

The Hindu Governor’s secretariat writes to Karnataka government on timely conduct of Bengaluru civic elections

The Governor’s secretariat requested the Chief Secretary to take necessary steps to ensure that the SEC receives adequate financial and logistical support for holding the elections without delay

The Hindu UN event highlights India-Oman maritime ties through maiden voyage of stitched sail vessel

The Indian Ambassador to the UN Parvathaneni Harish underlined that India and Oman share a maritime relationship of peaceful trade and commerce that goes back centuries

The Hindu Kerala politics LIVE: All eyes on Congress equations in Satheesan’s home turf ahead of Cabinet formation

Differences over Kerala Chief Minister selection will be resolved smoothly, says K.C. Venugopal

The Hindu Trump warns against Taiwan independence after China visit

Under U.S. law, the United States is required to provide weapons to Taiwan for its defence, but it has been ambiguous on whether U.S. forces would come to the island’s aid

The Hindu NEET paper leak row: Youth Congress protests in Delhi, chief Uday Bhanu Chib detained

The protesters alleged that the education system had "collapsed" under the BJP-led NDA government

The Hindu Electoral participation has been on a steady rise in India

Voter turnouts have been increasing over decades across States, and is not a sudden phenomenon

The Hindu Bengal Government orders re-verification of caste certificates issued since 2011

Allegations of corruption and irregularities in the issuance of caste certificates had repeatedly surfaced during the previous government's tenure

The Hindu Census 2027: Field visits for house-listing, household data collection begin in Jharkhand

The exercise will run till June 14, 2026, during which trained enumerators will undertake house-to-house visits

The Hindu First-ever consignment of Captagon drug worth ₹182 crore seized: Amit Shah

The Union Home Minister said the Modi government has resolved to make a "Drug-Free India"

The Hindu Iran-Israel war LIVE: Israel, Lebanon say extending ceasefire despite new strikes

Hundreds of people have died in Lebanon due to Israeli strikes despite the truce announced on April 17

The Hindu Church in Ennore sets up pastoral desk for transgender people

The desk will cater to trans persons, particularly in Chennai, and aims to address the community’s spiritual needs, as well as concerns related to employment and mental health counselling.

The Hindu BRICS is evolving with new members; differences will take time to resolve: Brazil FM Mauro Vieira

UAE-Iran tensions over the war hold up consensus at BRICS FM meet; could spell trouble for BRICS Summit in September

The Hindu PM Modi in Netherlands LIVE: Modi welcomed with cultural performances, meets Indian diaspora at The Hague

The Prime Minister said he would hold talks with Dutch PM Jetten and call on King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima

The Hindu Taiwan says is an ‘independent’ nation, after Trump’s warning

Taiwan depends heavily on U.S. security backing to deter China from carrying out its threat to annex the island by force

The Hindu Maharashtra Govt mandates Marathi for revenue hearings and orders

The new SoP also makes it mandatory for all revenue officers to conduct hearings at least twice a week, preferably on Tuesdays and Fridays, while adjournments will be allowed only once

The Hindu A haven for hidden gems: new YouTube channel launched to showcase independent Tamil films

In this edition of Tubewatch, we discuss a new YouTube channel exclusively for movies that may have missed wider theatrical attention, as well as season 2 of Startup Singam

The Hindu PM Modi in Netherlands LIVE: Modi welcomed with cultural performances, meets Indian diaspora at The Hague

The Prime Minister said he would hold talks with Dutch PM Jetten and call on King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima

The Hindu Bhalswa, Okhla landfills to be flattened this year; Ghazipur site to be cleared by 2027-end: Delhi Mayor

Mr. Wahi said the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is working continuously on biomining and remediation of the three legacy waste sites

The Hindu Trump says ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki eliminated

Nigeria had earlier come under scrutiny from ‌Mr. Trump, who had said that Christians there were being persecuted, which the African nation’s government denies

The Hindu Madras High Court appoints industrialist Vijayakumar Reddy as interim administrator of Chettinad Vidyashram school

Justice N. Senthilkumar passes the order following a few applications filed by industrialist M.A.M.R. Muthiah, his wife Geetha Muthiah, and five others

The Hindu CPI(M) extended support to TVK to prevent BJP’s ‘backdoor rule’: P. Shanmugam

“Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has promised good governance. Our support will depend on the performance of the government,” the CPI(M) State secretary said

The Hindu After Trump trip, Putin to visit China on May 19

The Russian leader will discuss with his Chinese counterpart how to "further strengthen the comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation" between Moscow and Beijing, Kremlin said

The Hindu U.S Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion pill, while lawsuit plays out

The court is dealing with its latest abortion controversy four years after its conservative majority overturned Roe v Wade and allowed more than a dozen states to effectively ban abortion outright

The Hindu Pakistan eyes PKR 100 billion defence hike in IMF-linked budget

The IMF projected Pakistan's total federal revenues for 2026-27 at PKR 17.144 trillion — that's more than PKR 2 trillion higher than the current fiscal year and represents a 13.5% increase, the report said

The Hindu Gunmen open fire at furniture mall in Pimpri Chinchwad; police suspect Bishnoi gang link

“The assailants fired multiple rounds at the AJ Furniture Mall in the Ravet area at around 9 p.m. on May 15,” a police official said

The Hindu Woman lawyer stabbing case: Supreme Court asks police to conclude probe quickly, ensure her protection

According to the allegations, the victim, a practising advocate at the Karkardooma district court, was stabbed with a sword by her husband

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