India & World

Kerala's local body elections saw a voter turnout of 75.38%, higher than the first phase. Polls were mostly peaceful despite minor issues.

Karnataka's school enrollment has dropped by 1.7 million over 15 years. The state launches a campaign to boost government school attendance and improve infrastructure.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that the Thiruparankundram issue will favor Hindus, emphasizing local Hindu strength without immediate RSS intervention.

Trump-Modi phone call: People familiar with the conversation told HT that the two leaders discussed a broad range of issues, including bilateral trade.

Yathindra Siddaramaiah dismisses leadership crisis rumors, stating no changes in CM position; some legislators support him while others criticize his remarks.

Andhra Pradesh cabinet approves ₹212 crore Lok Bhavan project and ₹532.57 crore road expansion, boosting investments worth ₹15,000 crore.

Former MLA Pinnelli Ramakrishna Reddy and his brother surrendered in Andhra Pradesh over a double murder case involving TDP leaders, amid political tensions.

CM Siddaramaiah pledged to address farmers' concerns, enhance milk incentives, streamline sugarcane procurement, and improve electricity supply.

Reiterating his stand on ethanol-blended petrol, union road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari said on Thursday said the E20 fuel transition is already delivering major environmental gains without causing any harm to vehicle engines.

The Congress did not give the national song, Vande Mataram the respect it deserved, BJP president and Leader of the House in the Rajya Sabha, JP Nadda said.