National News

SIR: Chamarajanagar DC asks political parties to verify voters identified as ASDDO

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 11:10
More than 84,000 voters had been identified under ASDDO — Absent, Shifted, Duplicate, Dead or Others — category in Chamarajanagar district
Categories: National News

'Resign, I'll accept within minutes': DKS' blunt warning to disgruntled Cong MLAs

Times of India - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 11:09
In a firm address, Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar cautioned discontented Congress MLAs about the implications of resigning, promising quick acceptance of any such moves. He emphasized the importance of loyalty and patience, drawing from his personal political experiences to underline perseverance. After being sidelined in the recent ministry expansion, two MLAs opted to resign. Shivakumar pledged to create opportunities in state-run boards for those omitted.
Categories: National News

Salman Khan explains sohail khan-seema sajdeh divorce, urges brother not to blame himself

Times of India - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 11:03
During an episode of Alliance, Salman Khan candidly spoke about his brother Sohail Khan's tumultuous marriage to Seema Sajdeh. He expressed admiration for Sohail's attempts to keep their bond intact, emphasizing the emotional toll it took on him. Salman reflected on his initial apprehensions about being on the same platform while addressing Seema's recent comments labeling their marriage as toxic. Still, he found solace in their newfound amicable co-parenting dynamic.
Categories: National News

10 km radius buffer for mining extends to all wetland reserves, says SC

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:57
Court was hearing an application filed by Himachal Pradesh arguing that the 10 km radius restriction imposed in Uttarakhand should not apply to it; “conscious of the extent to which we are laying down parity,” says SC
Categories: National News

'Sadhu-saint not involved': CM Yogi on Ram Mandir donation theft case

Times of India - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:57
Addressing reporters, CM Yogi said said the initial SIT report had not found any involvement of religious figures in the alleged theft of offerings made at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. "No involvement of any sadhu-saint was found in the SIT's initial report in the case related to the alleged embezzlement of offerings (chadhava) at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple," he said.
Categories: National News

AAP's agitation against E20 fuel to continue, people must join protest: Arvind Kejriwal

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:50
AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal urges citizens to protest against E20 fuel, asserting AAP’s commitment to halt its implementation and support local farmers
Categories: National News

From Nambi Narayanan to GD Naidu: Why Madhavan is drawn to unsung Indian heroes

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:48
Ahead of the release of G.D.N., R Madhavan talks about playing inventor GD Naidu and why he is drawn to unsung Indian heroes like Nambi Narayanan. He also revisits Run and gets candid about Chennai that he still calls home
Categories: National News

Air India Phuket-Delhi flight encounters turbulence; a few passengers, crew sustain minor injuries

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:45
The airline said the aircraft landed safely in Delhi and all passengers and crew disembarked without incident
Categories: National News

Tata Trusts is moving towards building institutions, from just funding projects, says its Chairman, Noel Tata

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:44
“The founders left their shares in the companies to the Trusts with one message: do good for India. They never said to become the biggest company. The companies exist to serve India and improve the quality of life,” says Mr. Tata
Categories: National News

Kerala cashew import scam: K.A. Ratheesh resigns from three key posts amid CBI corruption charges

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:42
Ratheesh resigns as secretary, Kerala Khadi and Village Industries Board; managing director, RUTRONIX (Kerala State Rural Women’s Electronics Industrial Cooperative Federation Ltd); and CEO of Kerala Khadi Workers’ Welfare Fund Board
Categories: National News

'It's my fault': Stokes blames himself for McCullum's England Test coach exit

Times of India - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:42
Former England captain Ben Stokes desires to coach the national team in the future. He is currently pursuing his Level Three coaching qualification while still playing. Stokes confirmed his international playing career has concluded, dismissing Ashes return speculation. He expressed surprise at Joe Root's appointment as Test captain over Harry Brook. Stokes praised Stephen Fleming as the new Test coach and wished Root success.
Categories: National News

Cashew corporation scam: CBI adds corruption charges against K.A. Ratheesh, R. Chandrasekharan

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:41
CBI has added additional charges of criminal misconduct by a public servant and intentionally enriching oneself illicitly under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 to the existing charges
Categories: National News

As France sees its first fire cloud, should India be worried?

Times of India - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:29
France witnessed its first pyrocumulonimbus fire cloud event in July 2026. This phenomenon occurs when intense wildfires create their own thunderstorms. India's rising temperatures and dry spells increase forest fire frequency. While India has not reported fire clouds, its forests are becoming more flammable. The Himalayan pine belt presents the highest potential for such an event in India.
Categories: National News

Kerala rains: Kozhikode police issue alert over landslides, flooding and dam releases

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:23
Patrolling and surveillance strengthened in low-lying areas, riverbanks, waterlogged roads, bridges, beaches, tourist spots, and areas prone to landslide; public urged to adhere strictly to safety guidelines
Categories: National News

Don’t pay for private internet service to govt offices from Sept 1, provide T-Fiber: Telangana IT Minister

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:23
Sridhar Babu directs officials to accelerate implementation of Telangana government’s flagship ‘Internet to every home’ initiative
Categories: National News

India hits record 1.37 lakh MBBS seats; private colleges hold 54% share

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:17
India has witnessed an expansion in undergraduate medical education over the past decade, with MBBS seats increasing from 51,348 in 2014-15 to 1,36,939 in 2026-27
Categories: National News

From sugar subsidies to PLI schemes, here's what New Delhi is defending at WTO

Times of India - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:15
India currently defends nine trade disputes at the World Trade Organization. The government has spent approximately Rs 2.43 crore on legal services for these cases. Japan, China, the EU, Brazil, and Australia are among the challenging countries. Disputes involve steel imports, sugar support, and ICT tariffs. China also challenges India's production-linked incentive schemes and technology measures.
Categories: National News

Kerala faces deadly landslides amid intensifying monsoon rains | Explained

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:14
Kerala receives around 3,000 mm of annual rainfall, often in uneven, high-intensity spells that are becoming more frequent and extreme, exacerbated by global warming and climate change
Categories: National News

Udhayanidhi Stalin arrested in connection with complaint of making misogynist remarks

Hindu - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:14
The complaints against him include allegations that he made indecent, double-entendre remarks that seemed to be directed at an actor during his speech
Categories: National News

Amazon shares fall as market cap crosses $3tn, analysts link it to Jeff Bezos

Times of India - Tue, 08/04/2026 - 10:09
Amazon briefly surpassed three trillion dollars in market value. Founder Jeff Bezos plans to sell fifteen million shares valued at over four billion dollars. This sale follows a strong second-quarter earnings report for the e-commerce giant. Bezos has previously sold significant amounts of Amazon stock since 2002. His remaining stake in the company remains substantial despite these transactions.
Categories: National News

Pages

Subscribe to CONFEDERATION OF FREE TRADE UNIONS OF INDIA (CFTUI) aggregator - National News