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How El Nio could damage Indias economy | Explained

A poor monsoon can damage the economy in three ways: it affects agricultural output, reducing the sectors contribution to the economy; it hits rural income, denting aggregate demand; and it threatens to push up food prices, causing inflation.

13 Jul 2026 6:29 pm
Kozhikode police widen net in probe into narco-mule network

Law enforcement agencies identify suspicious mule accounts, which are personal bank accounts leased out by individuals to receive illegal transactions on commission basis; narcotics kingpins found exploiting youngsters to act as financial proxies

13 Jul 2026 5:39 pm
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini directs portal for scientific disposal of end-of-life vehicles

The State should make optimum use of modern technology to promote clean air, green transport and sustainable development says Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini

13 Jul 2026 5:34 pm
One hospitalised, two suffer breathing difficulties after Mumbai AC local cooling system fails

According to Railway officials, the incident occurred during peak hours at around 9.26 a.m. when the AC-system of the 8.33 a.m. Titwala-CSMT local developed a technical error, shutting down the cooling system

13 Jul 2026 5:34 pm
Calcutta High Court to hear TMC Mamata Banerjee-led faction's petition for permission for rally on July 15

On July 10, a petiton was filed by Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress faction to seek direction to the police to allow its July 21 Martyrs' Day rally in front of Victoria House at Esplanade

13 Jul 2026 5:33 pm
Sebi notifies conflict-of-interest norm for employees; extends investment rules to family members

The amendments are aimed at strengthening governance, transparency and ethical standards for Sebi employees

13 Jul 2026 5:31 pm
Modi government silent on corruption in education; time for revolution in this sector: Rahul Gandhi

LoP Rahul Gandhi alleged that in the face of corruption, the Modi government and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan have chosen silence, turning their face away from accountability

13 Jul 2026 5:30 pm
Karnataka gender minority and intersex community representatives demand welfare board, ordinance against Trans Act, 2026

The delegation also requested the State Government to promulgate an ordinance in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly against the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, recently passed by the Central Government.

13 Jul 2026 5:29 pm
Mizoram Government urges tourists to defer travel as heavy rain causes inundation, landslips

Around 200 travellers remained stranded at Bualte village in Lunglei due to a massive landslide on the National Highway 54 that links Lawngtlai and Siaha districts

13 Jul 2026 5:27 pm
Punjab Governor gave nod to ordinance on capping fees by private schools: CM

The Punjab Cabinet had last month approved an ordinance on capping fee hikes by private schools at 5% per annum; education has regrettably been made a business in the State, says CM Bhagwant Mann

13 Jul 2026 5:15 pm
Watch | Vietnam Boat Tragedy: What happened and what action has the Government taken?

Fifteen Indian tourists lost their lives after a speedboat capsized near Vietnams Phu Quoc island on July 11. Was the tragedy caused by rough seas, human error, or safety failures?

13 Jul 2026 5:15 pm
Educationist Ishari K. Ganesh withdraws plea in Madras High Court to quash money laundering case

Madras High Court permits him to withdraw the plea with liberty to approach the court as and when an occasion arises

13 Jul 2026 5:08 pm
Right of Way: The right to walk safely demands more than urban design standards for demarcated pavements

The Supreme Courts judgment offers an opportunity to re-evaluate standards that only partially align with the cities they were meant to serve

13 Jul 2026 5:03 pm
Kerala government not seeking confrontation with judiciary, says Minister K. Muraleedharan

Dewaswom Minister says government needs greater freedom to function, particularly in matters relating to temple administration; he adds that court can intervene if there are flaws in government decisions

13 Jul 2026 5:00 pm
Retail inflation inches up to 4.38% in June: Government data

The food inflation based on the consumer price index (CPI) was 5.32% in June, higher than 4.78% in May, according to the data

13 Jul 2026 4:54 pm
Stock markets end flat as West Asia tensions, higher oil prices weigh on sentiment

After falling sharply during morning trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex rebounded by 219.9 points during the day but failed to build on the gains

13 Jul 2026 4:52 pm
Police, forest department to intensify joint patrols to deter collection of hallucinogenic mushrooms in Nilgiris

The move comes after the arrest of four youngsters for collecting hallucinogenic mushrooms from the reserve forests in The Nilgiris district.

13 Jul 2026 4:52 pm
13 Jul 2026 4:49 pm
India setting new benchmarks in medical research: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

India's health system has emerged as more self-reliant, accessible, affordable, modern and people-centric as compared to earlier times says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

13 Jul 2026 4:46 pm
Khalid Ke Shivaji: Why Raj Mores Marathi film never reached theatres and quietly landed on OTT

The debutant director reflects on the OTT release of Khalid Ke Shivaji a year after its theatrical run was halted, talking about how distributors arent ready to screen the film, the lack of support from the industry, the changes that were made to the film since last year and more

13 Jul 2026 4:42 pm
Rupee falls 27 paise to close at 95.65 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said renewed drone and missile strikes between the U.S. and Iran prompted supply concerns, while elevated crude oil prices and a strong greenback triggered capital outflows.

13 Jul 2026 4:39 pm
Datia bypoll: BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari files nomination

The bypoll was necessitated after Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti lost his assembly membership following his conviction in a cheating case

13 Jul 2026 4:38 pm
Oil prices spike on fresh U.S.-Iran attacks, tech hammers on stocks again

U.S. military launched a new wave of strikes on Iran after renewed fighting over the Strait of Hormuz

13 Jul 2026 4:37 pm
Traders and public urged to shun single-use plastic

201 raids have been conducted so far this year, resulting in the seizure of over 250 kilograms of banned plastic. He noted that fines totaling 1,95,150 have been imposed on those violating the regulations, Kurnool civic chief said

13 Jul 2026 4:32 pm
CancerFax Builds Trusted India-China Pathway for Advanced Cancer Treatment Access

CancerFax Builds Trusted India-China Pathway for Advanced Cancer Treatment Access

13 Jul 2026 4:30 pm
Srisailam temple management gears for Shakambari festival

It was decided that the processional deity of the Goddess be installed in the 'Akkamahadevi Alankara Mandapam for the Shakambari decoration, to ensure that all the devotees have a glimpse of the Goddess

13 Jul 2026 4:28 pm
Puducherry Pollution Control Committee mandates registration of bulk waste generators

The definition of Bulk Waste Generator (BWG) covers government institutions, commercial establishments, industrial units, hotels, hospitals, educational institutions, wholesale markets, sports complexes, restaurants, community and conference halls, marriage and banquet halls, apartment complexes, and tourist destinations.

13 Jul 2026 4:27 pm
AVENEW Development and KORA Properties Unveil O1NE District as Sales Commence With Dawn, Its First Office Tower

A new mixed-use destination for business, retail, dining and leisure in the heart of Motor City

13 Jul 2026 4:27 pm
Tanishq Natural Diamonds and Rahul Mishra Join Forces to Unveil a First of Its Kind Exclusive Couture Jewellery Collection at Paris Couture Week 2026

Marking a landmark global launch, the collaboration brings together Tanishqs Natural Diamond craftsmanship and Rahul Mishras globally celebrated couture artistry to present a new expression of contemporary Indian luxury on one of fashions most prestigious stages

13 Jul 2026 4:26 pm
Security sweep at Rajasthan High Court after bomb threat

Rajashthan High Court administration received an email threatening that the building would be damaged due to six gelatin bombs planted on the premises

13 Jul 2026 4:24 pm
13 Jul 2026 4:23 pm
Christopher Nolan in Mumbai: The Odyssey premiere, chai at Olympia and whats next

Christopher Nolan, Matt Damon, Tom Holland and Emma Thomas gave Mumbai a memorable The Odyssey showcase, surprising fans at a special screening, visiting Olympia Coffee House and celebrating the filmmakers first-ever India premiere. Watch out for The Hindus exclusive interview with Nolan

13 Jul 2026 4:20 pm
SC asks Centre to place on record new aviation rules to regulate volatile airfares

New regulations have been finalised, the government says, they are being translated into Hindi and other official languages before being tabled in Parliament

13 Jul 2026 4:19 pm
Traffic restrictions in several parts of Chandigarh in view of farmers' protest

Chandigarh police have announced traffic restrictions for Monday, July 13, from 10.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on several major roads across the city.

13 Jul 2026 4:18 pm
Kalyani Pramods upcoming Chennai exhibition turns waste into art inspired by endangered species

From the great Indian bustard to the yellow-breasted bunting, Kalyani Pramods recycled fibre artworks spotlight endangered wildlife at Alliance Franaise of Madras from July 18

13 Jul 2026 4:17 pm
Have engineered a safety net: Nothings Akis Evangelidis on rising component costs

The London-based tech company has just launched Phone 4b and with it started a new b series an entry point for buyers into the Nothings ecosystem

13 Jul 2026 4:17 pm
Counselling for engineering college admission begins in Tamil Nadu

The TNEA committee enabled the choice-filling option for the special reservation categories

13 Jul 2026 4:16 pm
Bengaluru abuse: Why is early childhood care an unregulated space in India? | In Focus Podcast

Chirashree Ghosh explains why daycare facilities and creches in India urgently need regulations, why training and better pay are crucial for childcare workers and how better investment in early childhood care could boost womens participation in the countrys labour force.

13 Jul 2026 4:07 pm