All News
The Hindu
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
BRICS is evolving with new members; differences will take time to resolve: Brazil FM Mauro Vieira
Brazil's FM Mauro Vieira discusses BRICS' evolution, consensus challenges, and the impact of regional tensions on future summits.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Taiwan says is an ‘independent’ nation, after Trump’s warning
Taiwan asserts its independence amid U.S. President Trump’s warning, emphasizing reliance on U.S. security against Chinese threats.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Maharashtra Govt mandates Marathi for revenue hearings and orders
Maharashtra mandates Marathi for revenue hearings, requiring twice-weekly sessions and enhancing citizen-centric administration.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Bhalswa, Okhla landfills to be flattened this year; Ghazipur site to be cleared by 2027-end: Delhi Mayor
Delhi Mayor announces plans to clear Bhalswa and Okhla landfills by year-end; Ghazipur to be completed by 2027.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
CPI(M) extended support to TVK to prevent BJP’s ‘backdoor rule’: P. Shanmugam
CPI(M) supports TVK to prevent BJP's influence in Tamil Nadu government, emphasizing accountability for good governance and public promises.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
After Trump trip, Putin to visit China on May 19
Putin will visit China on May 19 to strengthen ties and discuss cooperation with Xi Jinping following Trump's Beijing trip.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Gunmen open fire at furniture mall in Pimpri Chinchwad; police suspect Bishnoi gang link
Gunmen opened fire at a Pimpri Chinchwad furniture mall; police investigate potential links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
PM Modi in Netherlands LIVE: Modi aims to deepen bilateral cooperation in trade, tech, defence and energy
PM Modi Netherlands Visit LIVE: Follow the latest updates of Narendra Modi's second leg of his five-nation tour, on May 16, 2026
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Madras High Court appoints industrialist Vijayakumar Reddy as interim administrator of Chettinad Vidyashram school
Madras High Court appoints Vijayakumar Reddy as interim administrator of Chettinad Vidyashram school following procedural disputes.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Forensic tests confirm rapper Vedan possessed original leopard tooth illegally
Forensic tests confirm rapper Vedan illegally possessed an original leopard tooth pendant, leading to his arrest under wildlife protection l...
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Lorry runs over women labourers in Kakinada; four killed, two critical
Four women labourers died and two were injured when a lorry struck them in Kakinada while on their way to work.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Firefighter killed; 11 injured in Maine lumber mill explosion, fire
A firefighter died and 11 others were injured in a Maine lumber mill explosion, prompting extensive emergency response efforts.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
NIA chargesheets ‘mastermind,’ four others in Cambodia-linked ‘cyber slavery’ case
The National Investigation Agency has filed a charge sheet against five persons, including absconding “mastermind” Anand Kumar Singh, in a c...
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
The day World War II reached Andhra Pradesh: echoes of forgotten battle still linger across Vizag
Discover the lingering echoes of World War II in Visakhapatnam, where historical remnants reveal the city's wartime past.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Fuel price hike negatively impacts economy, triggers rise in essential commodity prices: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy criticizes fuel price hike as unjustifiable, warning of negative economic impacts and increased costs for citizen...
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Mumbai water cut: BMC warns of criminal action against electric pump users
Mumbai faces a 10% water cut, with BMC threatening criminal action against illegal electric pump users amid dwindling reservoir levels.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
MIT-Bengaluru taps CMTI to prepare semiconductor talent pipeline
MIT-Bengaluru partners with CMTI to equip students with hands-on semiconductor fabrication training, fostering future talent in advanced tec...
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Police raid 15 locations in J&K's Baramulla; seize 'incriminating material' linked to banned outfit
Police raid 15 locations in Baramulla, seizing incriminating material linked to the banned Jamaat-e-Islami organization.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Mamata asks Trinamool Congress poll candidates to rebuild party; says dissenters free to leave
Mamata Banerjee urges Trinamool Congress candidates to rebuild the party post-election defeat, allowing dissenters to leave freely.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Delhi logs below-normal minimum temperature; strong winds forecast for next few days
Delhi experiences below-normal temperatures with strong winds expected in the coming days, alongside moderate air quality.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Kerala HC permits transgender person to approach any fertility clinic to freeze eggs
Kerala HC allows transgender man to freeze eggs at any fertility clinic, ensuring reproductive rights and access to assisted reproduction.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
U.S. accuses Iraqi man of helping Iran-backed militia's plans for attacks in U.S., Europe
U.S. charges Iraqi man Al-Saadi with supporting Iran-backed militia attacks on American and Israeli targets in Europe and the U.S.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Ukrainian plane carrying explosives grounded in Trinidad and Tobago
Ukrainian plane carrying undeclared explosives grounded in Trinidad before being cleared to continue its journey to Libya.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Iran-Israel war LIVE: Israel, Lebanon say extending ceasefire despite new strikes
Follow The Hindu’s live updates on the Israel-U.S. war on Iran and the West Asia crisis, with Lebanon and Israel extending ceasefire and the...
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Ex-Sinaloa security chief first of 10 indicted Mexican officials to surrender to U.S. authorities
Ex-Sinaloa security chief Gerardo Merida Sanchez surrenders to U.S. authorities amid drug trafficking and bribery charges.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Consumers sue Amazon for not refunding Trump tariff costs
Consumers file a class action lawsuit against Amazon for failing to refund unlawful tariff costs imposed by Trump.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Imran Khan's sister moves Pak court challenging his 'solitary confinement'
Imran Khan's sister challenges his solitary confinement in court, citing illegal treatment and violation of fundamental rights.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
PM Modi arrives in Netherlands on second leg of five-nation tour
PM Modi arrives in the Netherlands to enhance bilateral cooperation in trade, technology, and renewable energy during his five-nation tour.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
The Hindu Morning Digest: May 16, 2026
The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on May 16, 2026.
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah approves ₹93 crore power infrastructure projects
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah approves ₹93 crore power projects to enhance infrastructure and reduce electricity interruptions in Srina...
The Hindu
May 16, 2026
Nepal students protest government ban on unions in universities
Nepalese students protest in Kathmandu against the government's ban on university student unions, demanding rights and autonomy.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Sri Lanka civil war: 17 years later, the imprints remain
Years after the civil war ended, the Tamils of Sri Lanka continue to face poverty, high unemployment, and land takeovers. They believe that...
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Farmers from Punjab protest at Mohali-Chandigarh boundary against Centre Government
Farmers in Punjab protest against the Centre over water disputes and demand legal guarantees for minimum support prices.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Delhi High Court issues notice to Jamia over plea against ‘religious discrimination’ in hiring outsourced non-teaching workers
Delhi High Court issues notice to Jamia Millia Islamia over allegations of religious discrimination in outsourced employee hiring practices.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Insensitivity and lack of concern, alleges Congress on Center’s silence over U.P. storm deaths
Congress criticizes the Union Government's silence on U.P. storm deaths, highlighting insensitivity amid international condolences.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
One month of Samrat Choudhary Government in Bihar
Bihar's Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary's first month focuses on development, transparency, and women's safety through innovative initiative...
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Rajasthan seeks permanent membership in Bhakra Beas Management Board
Rajasthan seeks permanent membership in the BBMB to ensure equitable water management and representation for its irrigation needs.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Maharashtra government forwards proposal for Padma Vibhushan to Khashaba Jadhav
Maharashtra government proposes Padma Vibhushan award for late Olympic bronze medallist Khashaba Jadhav, advancing his legacy.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Four-year-old boy rescued after falling into borewell in Punjab’s Hoshiarpur
A four-year-old boy was safely rescued from a borewell in Punjab's Hoshiarpur after a nine-hour operation involving multiple rescue teams.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Psychiatrist and writer Anand Nadkarni passes away
Dr. Anand Nadkarni, renowned psychiatrist and writer, passes away, leaving a legacy in mental health and literature.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Supreme Court closes plea of Goa Congress leader after his death from snakebite
Supreme Court closes Goa Congress leader Ketan Bhatikar's plea after his death from a snakebite, leaving legal questions open.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Census 2027: Door-to-door exercise ends in New Delhi; over 63,000 households covered
Census 2027 in New Delhi concludes door-to-door exercise, covering over 63,000 households; mapping starts May 16.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Israel, Lebanon agree to 45-day extension of ceasefire, says U.S.
Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire by 45 days after U.S.-brokered talks, aiming for lasting peace and security.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Finance Ministry increases export levy on petrol, reduces that of diesel and ATF
Finance Ministry raises petrol export levy, lowers diesel and ATF duties, while keeping domestic excise rates unchanged.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Differences over Kerala Chief Minister selection will be resolved smoothly, says K.C. Venugopal
K.C. Venugopal assures smooth resolution of Congress leadership differences in Kerala, emphasizing unity and support for the new Chief Minis...
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Saif Ali Khan | Rasika Dugal
In this conversation with Shreyas Pande, Saif Ali Khan, Rasika Dugal and Manish Chaudhari open up about their upcoming film, ‘Kartavya’, ref...
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
BRICS members agree on ‘independent’ State of Palestine with East Jerusalem as capital
BRICS supports an independent Palestine with East Jerusalem as its capital, but disagreements arise over Gaza and maritime issues.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Tamil Nadu govt. may gradually increase women’s rights grant
Tamil Nadu government plans gradual increase of women's rights grant from ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 amid financial considerations.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026
Israel targets top Hamas militant leader in Gaza strike
Israel targets top Hamas leader Izz al-Din al-Haddad in Gaza strike, linked to October 7 attacks on southern Israel.
The Hindu
May 15, 2026