DMK slams Centre for imposition of Hindi; prepares for 2026 TN polls
A high-level meeting of the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) held at the party headquarters has condemned the Union Government’s move to impose Hindi on non-Hindi speaking states. In a...
Group asks NNPC to account for billions approved for rehabilitation of refineries
The group also asked NNPCL to announce a clear date that the refineries would commence operations.
Rush to buy essentials during 5-hour curfew relaxation in Manipur’s Imphal Valley
Five-hour curfew relaxation in Manipur's Imphal Valley districts prompts rush for essentials amid ongoing violence and unrest.
Israel Mulling Humanitarian Aid Compound Run by UAE and Guarded by US Security Outfit
98 out of 109 trucks carrying vital food aid for Gazan civilians were looted on Saturday.
Rosanna Davison shares an update on her 'dream home' renovations as they gut their kitchen
The family of five are moving into a new 'dream home,' but first there are a couple of renovations that need to be made, and Rosanna is sharing her home design journey
SC restores evidence-tampering case against former Kerala Minister Antony Raju in 'underwear' matter
The Supreme Court on Wednesday restored the alleged "underwear" evidence tampering case against former Kerala Minister Antony Raju.
Hochstein Yet to Resolve Disputes over Israeli-Lebanese Ceasefire Deal
Hezbollah and the Lebanese government are being vague about the content of the agreement that is being formed in an attempt to maintain room for maneuver in the negotiations.
COP29 negotiators strive for deal after G20 'marching orders'
Negotiators toiled Tuesday to break a deadlock at UN climate talks after G20 leaders acknowledged the need for trillions of dollars for poorer nations but left key sticking points unresolved.
How we deployed drones to eliminate kidnappings, bank robberies – Police chief
The police chief spoke against corruption in police and roadblocks on highways.
Supreme Court restores criminal proceedings against ex-Kerala Minister Antony Raju in evidence tampering case
Supreme Court restores criminal proceedings against former Kerala Transport Minister Antony Raju for tampering evidence in drug seizure case.
Elon Musk is more popular with the British public than Keir Starmer
The Tesla founder, who has grown close to Donald Trump and is set to play a major role in his administration is less disliked among the British public than Sir Keir.
Update arrest memo to include ‘grounds of arrest’: Delhi High Court tells Police
Delhi High Court orders Delhi Police to update Arrest Memo Forms to include grounds of arrest, ensuring legal compliance.
Colourful new plants
Watch for some exciting new perennials next spring at your local nursery.
Zombie knife surrender policy from Labour could cost up to £1.1MILLION
The Home Office had predicted the compensation payouts would cost them £14,000, but police data suggests a greater number of knives were handed in than anticipated.
Capitol Police Arrest Dozens of Pro-Hamas Protesters Who Invaded the Senate
Authorities reported that some of those detained faced charges of assaulting officers.
Union Minister Kishan Reddy lauds TTDs efforts to uphold sanctity of Tirumala
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy praises TTD for safeguarding sanctity of Tirumala, emphasizes on religious harmony and spiritual essence.
Long Eaton hotel still being used for asylum seekers
The Best Western in Long Eaton is still being used for asylum seeker accommodation five months after the neighbouring Novotel Hotel facility closed
Court Orders Palestinian Authority to Pay Millions to Victims of Sbarro’s Suicide Bombing Attack
Under the ruling, victims’ families may claim around 10 million shekels ($2.6 million) per fatality.
Plymouth-born scheme receives prestigious King's Award
Operation Encompass is one of just six voluntary in the region to be handed Royal award
Congress Sevadal centenary celebrations held at Gandhi Bhavan
Centenary celebrations of All India Congress Sevadal marked with enthusiasm and reflection, leaders call for reinvigoration of efforts.
NEET PG counselling: Medical authority releases advisory on fee, training and joining policy | Details
NEET PG counselling: The candidates appearing in the NEET PG 2024 counselling should check the advisory or guidelines shared by NBEMS on fees, training and joining policy. Check all details here.
Top news of the day: 58% voting in Maharashtra, over 67% in Jharkhand at 5p.m.; India defend women’s Asian Champions Trophy title beating China 1-0, and more
Polling concludes in Maharashtra, Jharkhand; Indian women defend Hockey Asian Champions Trophy, and more in The Hindu’s top news of November 20, 2024.
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya celebrates annual day; students participate in several events
The 43rd Annual Sports Day at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya featured spirited student participation and impressive performances.
UP man says daughter killed for refusing to vote for SP
A 23-year-old Dalit woman was found dead in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh, with her family alleging she was killed for refusing to vote for the Samajwadi Party in the Karhal assembly bypoll. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the woman's death. The incident has escalated into a political controversy, with the BJP accusing the SP of creating an atmosphere of terror and the SP alleging that the Election Commission is turning a blind eye to the BJP's alleged misuse of government machinery. The bypoll in Karhal is being contested by the SP's Tej Pratap Singh and his 'fufa' Anujesh Pratap Singh, with the BSP also fielding a candidate.
Badenoch told to steer Tories away from Trump's 'anti-green agenda'
A trio of former Cabinet ministers today urged the new party leader to distance it from the president-elect's regime on climate change, warning that what works in the US does not work here.
War of Words: PDP chieftain offers advice to Obasanjo, Tinubu
Messrs Obasanjo and Tinubu were recently involved in a war of words over the worsening condition of Nigeria.
CM attacking Opposition to cover up his government’s failures: BJP
Telangana BJP criticizes Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for attacking opposition leaders and failing to fulfill promises.
Tilting five-storey building in Hyderabad’s Madhapur demolished amid safety concerns
GHMC and HYDRAA officials demolish unsafe building in Madhapur, displacing residents and causing disruptions in Siddiq Nagar.
FDNA opposes shifting of tribal university location
FDNA urges government to halt relocation of Central Tribal University in Andhra Pradesh for progress and stability.
Vladimir Putin's terrifying plans in full from Prime Minister murder to Europe invasion
As Vladimir Putin approves a new nuclear doctrine amid fears of a third world war escalating, the Mirror takes a look at the Kremlin leader's plans for global power
Row over LDF advertisement continues on poll day
Bickerings over a controversial advertisement targeting Sandeep Varier by LDF in Sunni newspapers on election day.
Anwar Manippaddy urges Karnataka government to conduct inquiry on findings of his report on waqf properties
If the State government is committed to protecting the interest of Muslims, it should first go deep into the findings of his report on the alleged encroachment of waqf properties and take action against the accused, said former chairman of Karnataka State Minorities Commission Anwar Manippaddy in Mangaluru on Wednesday.
Families call for public inquiry in Birmingham saying politicians want to 'bury us with our dead'
Relatives of the Birmingham pub bombings victims have renewed calls for a public inquiry 50 years on from the attacks
Pending divorce plea, wife entitled to same benefits that she enjoyed in matrimonial home: Supreme Court
High Court restores interim maintenance to estranged wife of cardiologist to ₹1.75 lakh per month.
AIADMK urges U.T. government to clarify its stand on power privatisation
AIADMK questions Puducherry government's stance on electricity department privatisation amid financial concerns and conflicting statements.
‘Criticise me, not Rabindranath Tagore’, says Assam CM on renaming Karimganj
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma asked the opposition on Wednesday that they should criticise him and not the legendary poet and philosopher Rabindranath Tagore over changing of name of...
In a first, market panel chief selected through written test and interview
Dalit woman selected as market committee chairman through merit-based process, setting a new standard in politics.
Tanveer Sait seeks increase in quota for Muslims
Former Minister and Congress MLA Tanveer Sait has sought an increase in the Other Backward Class reservation for Muslims.
Long delays in responses undermine Telangana’s RTI framework
Long delays in RTI responses in Telangana due to inactive Information Commission, hindering transparency and accountability efforts.
Four Hanover men lose murder appeal
Four men who were convicted for fatally stabbing 18-year-old Jovine Jones of Claremont, Hanover, 42 times on October 9, 2009 and dumping his body beside a river have lost their appeal to have their murder convictions overturned. The Court...
Striving to rebuild State brick by brick, says Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu
Striving to build State brick by brick, says Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. Development, welfare and good governance are the principles that guide the coalition NDA government in making Andhra Pradesh a progressive State, says the Chief Minister. The government is according weightage to employment generation in giving incentives to prospective entrepreneurs, he says. Andhra Pradesh has the potential to become a $1 trillion economy, and it is not impossible if the NDA allies make collective efforts, says Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan.
A.P. government is determined to make Vijayawada a flood-free zone, says WRD Minister
Water Resources Department (WRD) Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu has asserted that the Andhra Pradesh government is determined to make Vijayawada a flood-free zone.
Tinubu sacks UNIZIK VC, Governing Council over controversial appointments
Mr Odoh, a professor, who emerged as the seventh substantive vice-chancellor of UNIZIK on 29 October, had his appointment nullified by the Federal Ministry of Education on 1 November.
Complaints against delimitation process of local bodies in Thrissur district
Protests against local body delimitation in district due to political influence, with BJP and UDF raising concerns.
KTR scuttling government’s attempts to create jobs for youth, says Revanth Reddy
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy accuses BRS of hindering job creation and development in Telangana, promising justice for the people.
Factionalism in West Bengal Medical Council comes to fore as Trinamool heavyweights lock horns
Factionalism in West Bengal Medical Council as Trinamool Congress demands removal of fellow physician amid controversy.
Deputy CM wants officials to take serious note of SC, ST sub-plan Act  
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka emphasizes strict implementation of SC, ST sub plan Act, monitoring expenditure and new schemes.
File details of encroachers sitting on temple lands in Vennaimalai: HC
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has directed the authorities to file details regarding government officials (both serving and retired), industrialists and influential persons who have encroached on the lands of Balasubramanya Swamy Temple in Vennaimalai in Karur district.
Karnataka High Court reserves verdict on petition challenging FIR against Nirmala Sitharaman, others over electoral bonds ‘extortion’ complaint
High Court of Karnataka reserves order on legality of FIR against Nirmala Sitharaman, BJP leader questions registration process.
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