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Supreme Court asks Tamil Nadu government to consider alternative site rather than evicting SASTRA varsity

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 17:25
If someone was running a resort or a commercial complex or having a shopping mall there or having immoral or illegal activity there, we would have thrown them out, said the CJI
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KPSC comes up with reforms to ensure transparency in future exams

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 17:25
Key reforms to be implemented include changing format of OMR sheets, uploading answer sheets to the website for public access and so on
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Lathi-charge at Jurala; KTR faults govt. for denying water to Jurala ayacut

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 17:22
Party leaders term it govt. failure, when A.P. taking away water for its projects outside the basin
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T.N. Energy Resources Minister launches State solar subsidy scheme

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 17:15
Consumers who have applied from August 5 would be eligible to receive the combined Central and State government subsidy of ₹35,000 for 1 kilo watt (kW), ₹70,000 for 2kW, and  ₹1,00,000 for 3 kW
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Pak in crisis: PTI to hold Sept 27 stir 'at all costs' for release of Imran Khan

Times of India - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 17:11
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf plans a protest on September 27 for Imran Khan's release. Legal challenges have been filed against the detention of his three sisters. The party insists the demonstrations will proceed despite arrests of its leaders. Authorities state the protest will not be allowed to disrupt the capital city. Imran Khan's son condemned the detentions and called for international intervention.
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Opposition candidates raise allegations of intimidation during bypoll campaigning in West Bengal

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 17:10
Congress candidate Milan Pradhan seeks bail as his wife claims the arrest was based on fake cases; AJUP’s Humayun Kabir alleges harassment of his supporters while adding that he will ‘see’ things on polling day
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Monty Python star says he wants to be buried in Provence after surviving cancer

Times of India - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 17:02
Monty Python star Eric Idle, 83, has opened up about surviving pancreatic cancer, his peaceful life in Provence and his views on mortality. Idle also recalled a 2001 conversation with Beatles legend George Harrison about death and rebirth, revealing their differing beliefs about the afterlife during Harrison’s final days and his iconic comedy legacy.
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Youth power will build a new India: BJP chief Nitin Nabin

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 17:01
The ultimate goal of the young generation should not be limited to their own or their family’s development, but should be nation building, says the BJP chief at a ‘Yuva Samvad’ in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut town
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J&K government invokes Article 311 provisions for the first time, to fire teacher accused of raping student

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 16:57
Teacher faces POCSO, BNS charges of raping 14-year-old who subsequently died; Article 311 provisions have been repeatedly invoked by the J&K L-G to fire State employees without enquiry, but this is the first use by the State’s elected government
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Mamata faction of Trinamool unveils new symbol of football player

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 16:56
The new symbol is a footballer in the middle of a logo and around it, the party’s new name ‘Mamata All India Trinamool Congress’ is written in white letters on a blue background
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Odisha puts 11 districts on high alert as low-pressure system likely to intensify

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 16:51
The India Meteorological Department predicts the system would move west-northwestwards and is likely to arrive near the north Andhra Pradesh and South Odisha coasts early on September 23
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Narayana Guru’s vision forms the core of Keralam’s social reformation: Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 16:48
The Keralam CM says that the entire credit for the State’s secular ideals goes to Sree Narayana Guru
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UK to introduce special rape and serious sexual offence courts, amid low prosecution rate

Times of India - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 16:37
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced dedicated courts for sexual offence cases. These new courts aim to expedite convictions and reduce case backlogs significantly. Specialized training will be provided to court personnel for handling sensitive cases. Victims will receive a dedicated point of contact throughout the legal process. This initiative supports the government's commitment to reducing violence against women.
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12 Korean universities participate in education fair

Hindu - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 16:30
Over 1,000 students interact with representatives of the universities at the fair organised by the Consulate General of Republic of Korea
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‘Resolve issues through dialogue’: Govt urges bank employees to call off Sept 28-30 stir

Times of India - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 16:23
The finance ministry urged bank employees to resolve demands through dialogue. A three-day nationwide strike is planned from September 28 to 30. Unions seek a five-day banking week and withdrawal of the PLI scheme. The government has addressed most concerns and is examining remaining issues. Banks are preparing for potential disruptions and advising customers to use digital services.
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Chess Olympiad forfeit row: Israel blasts FIDE for not honouring 'commitments'

Times of India - Mon, 09/21/2026 - 16:06
Israel Chess Federation chief Zvika Barkai has accused FIDE of failing to honour a prior agreement over scheduling Israel’s Chess Olympiad matches around Yom Kippur. Both Israeli teams forfeited their Round 6 games after the Netherlands and Bulgaria declined schedule changes. Barkai praised Singapore and Colombia for accommodating Israel, criticised FIDE’s handling, and warned the forfeits could significantly affect Israel’s rankings.
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