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The Hindu I am not a machine, says Shami after his match-winning performance
“Sometimes it happens that a very good ball leaves your hand. It’s important to hold that line and flow, and I did just that,” Shami said
The Hindu Poll promises for persons with disabilities and some concerns
Though some of the promises, like a dedicated cell at every government medical college hospital to allow all speciality doctors to examine patients with disabilities, are truly assuring, they often fail to go beyond the conceptual stage owing to lack of budgetary allocation and administrative willpower, says an activist
The Hindu New regular train brings Tirupati closer to North Andhra pilgrims
North Andhra’s direct rail link to Tirupati ends the ‘Vizag shuffle’
The Hindu IPL 2026 | We didn’t have the rhythm when bowling, admits GT’s Hayden
Hayden said that Kagiso Rabada (23 n.o.) “was magnificent with the bat,” and that he “showed, as a frontline bowler, that commitment to batting counts, especially in run chases”
The Hindu A debate on the tenure of Election Commission-appointed police chief
However, the EC order did not specify a tenure for him. The question is whether Mr. Rathore would be entitled to a minimum two-year tenure, as mandated by the Supreme Court in the landmark Prakash Singh case. However, this ruling applies only to appointments made through the UPSC-led process
The Hindu Iran-Israel war LIVE: Iranian minister dismisses Trump's threat, calls him 'unstable, delusional figure'
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday (April 5, 2026) said he would strike Iran’s power plants and bridges this Tuesday (April 7, 2026) if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed to marine traffic
The Hindu IPL 2026 | Rain threatens to disrupt Knight Riders-Kings clash
If the weather gods stay kind, Rahane’s men will look to open their account after suffering losses in both their matches; Shreyas’ side, on the other hand, will hope to notch up its third straight win
The Hindu Ganga water sharing, visas, energy cooperation likely on agenda for Bangladesh FM visit
Visit likely on April 7 and 8; first FM visit since fall of Hasina regime; newly elected BNP indicates more willingness to negotiate Ganga water sharing treaty renewal, compared to the interim government
The Hindu I do not see the Assembly election in Tamil Nadu as a close contest, says CM Stalin
The contest is essentially between the DMK-led front and the AIADMK-led alliance. Our achievements and electoral promises have captured the imagination of the people. The outcome will disprove the notion that the DMK cannot win two consecutive elections, says the DMK president
The Hindu Rajamahendravaram set to host international water sport event, to begin from May 30
International Dragon Boat League 2026 to attract talent from 25 countries, of which 12 countries have confirmed their participation in the three-day event; the event is part of a larger vision to make the city a global hub for water sports
The Hindu Israeli hit in Palestinian territory kills 4: Gaza civil defence agency
Israel’s military said it had “identified a terrorist cell that operated adjacent to the troops, posing an immediate threat to them”
The Hindu Iran-Israel war LIVE: Iranian minister dismisses Trump's threat, calls him 'unstable, delusional figure'
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday (April 5, 2026) said he would strike Iran’s power plants and bridges this Tuesday (April 7, 2026) if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed to marine traffic
The Hindu Christians in Kerala celebrate Easter with prayers, festivities
Special prayers and services were conducted in churches of various denominations, with bishops and senior clergy leading the liturgy
The Hindu The executive office without a limit
India has developed a convention limiting a third presidential term, but the Constitution places no such restriction on the Prime Minister’s tenure. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi completing 8,931 days in office, this asymmetry invites closer scrutiny.
The Hindu Price crash: Anxiety over slow liquidation of tobacco on auction platforms
Although the auction season commences in September–October and concludes by March every year, over 24 million kg of tobacco have remain unsold
The Hindu India-flagged LPG tanker Green Asha crosses Strait of Hormuz
Jag Vikram, carrying 20,000 tonnes of LPG, and three more foreign-flagged vessels cumulatively carrying 87,000 tonnes of LPG are awaiting a safe passage from the strait
The Hindu Bangladesh launches emergency vaccination campaign as measles outbreak spreads
Health Ministry figures show there have been 17 confirmed deaths from measles so far, with 113 suspected deaths and more than 7,500 suspected infections nationwide
The Hindu Why vocal about infiltration only in Assam: Manipur-based Naga group asks PM
The UNC hoped that the Prime Minister would keep the other northeastern States in mind when he visits poll-bound Assam on Monday (April 6, 2026)
The Hindu Two killed in accident
The Hindu Sabala food festival draws 50,000 visitors in Visakhapatnam
Focus on natural farming, traditional diets and sustainable living attracts large crowds over five days
The Hindu Iran attacks energy infrastructure across UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait
Iranian drones strike Kuwaiti oil and petrochemical facilities; two Kuwaiti power and water desalination plants sustain ‘significant damage’ from drone attacks; fire breaks out at petrochemical plant in the UAE
The Hindu ‘Vaazha 2’ movie review: Improves upon the original, with a theme that resonates
The film borrows part of its template from the successful first part, especially the story of youths losing their way and messing up their future, but it adds a lot more too
The Hindu Israel renews strikes on Lebanon, killing at least 11
Hezbollah claimed to have fired a cruise missile at an Israeli warship off the coast, but the Israeli military said it was “not aware” of such an incident
The Hindu Weapon of mass distraction: Congress slams Govt.’s delimitation proposal
Jairam Ramesh says the PM is ‘hoodwinking’ people by claiming that the strength of the southern States in the Lok Sabha will not go down. Siddaramaiah says five southern States together gain barely 63-66 additional seats, while just seven BJP-dominated States gain about 128-131 seats – nearly double
The Hindu Iran-Israel war LIVE: Trump believes deal with Iran possible by April 6, says 'they are negotiating now'
The OPEC+ agreed on Sunday to again increase oil production quotas, while warning that repairing damaged energy facilities is “costly and takes a long time”; At least 11 killed in Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon on Easter Sunday
The Hindu Modi pitches 33% reservation to win over women voters in West Bengal
Reiterates that States which have done well in population control would not lose seats during delimitation; calls gherao of judicial officers in Malda Trinamool Congress-sponsored “maha junglera”
The Hindu Iran-Israel war LIVE: Trump believes deal with Iran possible by April 6, says 'they are negotiating now'
The OPEC+ agreed on Sunday to again increase oil production quotas, while warning that repairing damaged energy facilities is “costly and takes a long time”; At least 11 killed in Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon on Easter Sunday
The Hindu Time to bring youth back to sports from drugs: CM Revanth Reddy
Mr. Reddy said he was determined to channel youth away from pub and drug culture and guide them towards constructive sporting careers
The Hindu Trinamool versus Congress battle heats up in central Bengal
It’s a prestige fight in Berhampore for former MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, while former Trinamool MP Mausam Benazir Noor is returning to her Congress roots in the Malatipur contest
The Hindu Rajamahendravaram set to host international water sport event, to begin from May 30
International Dragon Boat League 2026 to attract talent from 25 countries, of which 12 countries have confirmed their participation in the three-day event; the event is part of a larger vision to make the city a global hub for water sports
The Hindu Vizag police crack the whip on traffic violators, book over 20,000 cases in nine days
Helmet violations dominate as intensified drive nets 10,587 cases; overspeeding and drunken driving also under focus
The Hindu German men must inform military of extended foreign trips
The Defence Ministry said that men from the age of 17 “are required to obtain prior approval” from the German armed forces for foreign stays lasting longer than three months
The Hindu Padmanabhapuram eyes balanced growth in infrastructure and development
From regulating quarrying activities and improving healthcare access to promoting tourism, residents of the constituency are looking for steady and inclusive development
The Hindu Assembly elections updates: Gherao of judicial officers a reflection of TMC’s ‘maha jungle raj’, says PM Modi
Rahul Gandhi said that Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma is India’s most corrupt Chief Minister and added, “He spreads only hatred”
The Hindu Tenkasi, with immense tourism, farming resources, in a shambles as no special initiative to tap this potential
Tenkasi Assembly segment’s economy is based on agriculture and courtallam-based tourism activities; unfortunately, both the livelihood activities are yet to thrive in a big way
The Hindu AIADMK hopes to take advantage of ‘anti-incumbency’, solid vote base in coastal districts
Of the six Assembly segments in Nagapattinam and Mayiladuthurai districts, the party had lost by a narrow margin in four constituencies in 2021 elections and won Vedaranyam seat
The Hindu Trump threatens to hit Iran’s infrastructure on Tuesday if Strait of Hormuz remains blocked
“If they don’t make a deal and fast, I’m considering blowing everything up and taking over the oil,” Mr. Trump said in an interview
The Hindu Assam polls revive memory of journalist killed 35 years ago
Raijor Dal president Akhil Gogoi has accused his BJP rival and former ULFA member, Kushal Duwari, of murdering journalist Kamala Saikia
The Hindu ‘Choose peace’: Pope Leo XIV marks first Easter under cloud of war in West Asia
He paid tribute to his predecessor Pope Francis, who last appeared in public on Easter Sunday last year — a few hours before his death
The Hindu ED to investigate into assets of self-styled godman Kharat; call record leaks will be probed: Fadnavis
The Maharashtra Chief Minister says no one has the right to access call detail records. His comments come after an activist revealed exchange of 17 phone calls between Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Kharat who is accused in multiple cases of rape and property-related fraud
The Hindu Chennai Poll Canvas: Egmore | Big developments, bigger questions
Chennai Poll Canvas is an election special programme from The Hindu, offering a comprehensive constituency roundup from in and around Chennai for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.
The Hindu Gherao of judicial officers a reflection of Trinamool’s ‘maha jungle raj’, says Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says Trinamool is opposing SIR and the Citizenship (Amendment) Act to protect infiltrators, and that there has been a demographic change in West Bengal’s border areas
The Hindu Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: From water woes to farmers’ distress, local issues steer campaign narrative in Ernakulam
Acute water scarcity in Vypeen and plummeting pineapple prices in Muvattupuzha dominate voter concerns. Concerns over industrial pollution in Kalamassery and Aluva assembly segments also feature in the poll discourse
The Hindu Ladakh’s tourism stakeholders call for ‘restricted outside investment with local participation’
Sonam Wangchuk receives warm welcome in Kargil district after his release following nearly six months of detention in Jodhpur jail
The Hindu Wayanad relief fund scam sets political tone in last lap of electioneering in Kerala Assembly polls
The Congress has found itself on the defensive, as the CPI (M) has sought the details of the funds collected by the party and its utilisation
The Hindu Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Pinarayi claiming credit for Union govt. projects, says Amit Shah
Union Home Minister says Pinarayi has launched a ‘name change start-up’ by taking credit for Centre’s free ration and housing schemes
The Hindu Explosives found near Serbian pipeline that carries Russian gas, say leaders
Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto did not directly accuse Ukraine of playing a role the in incident but did not rule it out
The Hindu Trial run of one-way traffic around KBR Park shows promise, flags gaps
A two-hour trial improved traffic flow but revealed lane confusion and junction bottlenecks, prompting officials to propose design tweaks ahead of a possible extended second phase
The Hindu Iran-Israel war: OPEC+ hikes oil production quotas, issues warning
The countries agreed to raise quotas by 2,06,000 barrels per day (bpd) from May
The Hindu 'Godman' Kharat case: Govt to probe CDR leak and ED will investigate his assets, says Fadnavis
The self-styled godman-cum-astrologer was arrested in March after a married woman accused him of raping her repeatedly over three years
The Hindu Centre punishing Tamil Nadu by not releasing funds: Udhayanidhi
Prime Minister Modi was trying to remote control Tamil Nadu using AIADMK leader Edappadi Palaniswami. However, Tamil Nadu ‘could not be controlled’ by Delhi, and this should be proved during the upcoming election, says Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin
The Hindu Assam Assembly polls: Like Zubeen Garg, Cong works to unite people, says Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi alleged that Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is the "most corrupt CM" in India and action will be taken against him after the Congress forms a government in the State
The Hindu TN Elections 2026: Metro growth outpaces basic civic amenities in Alandur constituency
Even as modern infrastructure like the metro rail transforms parts of the Alandur constituency, several neighborhoods—from Iyyapanthangal to Paraniputhur—continue to struggle with the lack of basic civic amenities such as piped drinking water, underground sewerage, and reliable public transport.
The Hindu Watch: Before You Vote: DMK’s 2021 Promises – Delivered or Not?
Tamil Nadu heads into a key Assembly election, but voters must ask: what happened to DMK’s 2021 promises? From cash transfers and free bus rides to bold policies, many pledges faced delays or omissions. This analysis reviews what was promised versus what was delivered, highlighting gaps between election rhetoric and action, and what it means for voters in 2026.
The Hindu Explore use of snakes and crocodiles in border rivers, BSF tells units
Parts of the Bangladesh border are prone to floods and the topography makes it difficult to erect fences
The Hindu Three killed as four-storey building collapses in M.P.’s Anuppur
Victims were tile flooring workers. Police say the building of a lodge collapsed as digging work at an adjacent plot damaged its foundation. Owners of both properties have been booked
The Hindu Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Good response for home voting option, says Kerala CEO’s office
As of Sunday evening, 96% of voters in the 85-plus category and 97.4% of PwD voters who had opted for the home voting option have exercised their franchise
The Hindu 61-day fishing ban on the East Coast from April 15
While mechanised and motorised boats are restricted, traditional non-motorised units remain exempt; FIFO wants the government to extend the ‘Matsyakara Seva’ benefits to all members of a fishing family rather than a single unit
The Hindu Assembly elections LIVE: Gherao of judicial officers a reflection of TMC’s ‘maha jungle raj’, says PM Modi
Rahul Gandhi said that Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma is India’s most corrupt Chief Minister and added, “He spreads only hatred”