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Between spells of drought and untimely rain, pulses take a hit in Karnataka

Karnataka's erratic rainfall has caused pulses production to drop drastically, with green gram down 80% and red gram (tur) likely to be down 60%. The state's total pulse production is estimated to be 14.5 lakh metric tonnes, below the annual consumption of 17.45 lakh metric tonnes. Farmers are devastated as…

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The politics of a caste census, its impact on secularism

Why Hindutva seems reluctant to have a caste census is because it believes it might open a Pandora’s box of claims and counter-claims relating to positions and power

The Hindu

Same-sex marriage and the fundamental right to marry | Explained

In the wake of the same-sex marriage verdict, The Hindu decodes what the top court has previously said about the fundamental right to marry and whether international human rights covenants recognise such a right.

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OTT services, govt. reach uneasy compromise on smoking warnings

Over-the-top (OTT) streaming services such as Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar and Amazon Prime Video reached an uneasy compromise with the Union government on adding smoking warnings to their content.

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Shivamogga MLA criticises State govt. for allowing Mahisha Dasara

MLA Channabasappa criticizes State govt. for allowing Mahisha Dasara in Mysuru, calls it anti-Hindu. He questions why devotees were stopped from visiting Chamundi Hills. He also criticizes govt. for stopping Hindutva leaders from visiting Hindu families affected by violence, but allowing K.S. Bhagavan to make objectionable speeches.

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‘Muslim conversion gang’ in Ahmednagar: Unravelling the truth behind these claims

On October 11, the chairman of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights shot off a fiery letter to the chief secretary of Maharashtra.

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says BJP not in panic in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in an interview to The Hindu, speaks on the upcoming polls and why he thinks India won’t see a Israel-Hamas like conflict.

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Gods Plan, Race For The Stars, Timeless Romance and Empress Royal excel

Gods Plan, Race For The Stars, Timeless Romance & Empress Royal excelled in exercise. Outer & inner sand: 600m-800m-1000m. All moved freely & in good shape. A 2-o & 2-y-o jumped out well. Noted on Tuesday.Gods Plan, Race For The Stars, Timeless Romance & Empress Royal excelled in exercise. Outer…

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Supreme Court’s verdict on same-sex marriages | Explained

The Hindu decodes the same-sex marriage verdict, the divided opinions on adoption rights and civil unions, and where the judgment sits in the larger queer rights movement in India.

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SC refuses to entertain PIL seeking rights for Hindus, others to manage their religious places like Muslims

The Supreme Court refused to entertain a PIL seeking for Hindus, Jains, Buddhists and Sikhs the right to establish, manage and maintain their religious places like Muslims, Parsis and Christians, dubbing the petition a “publicity-oriented litigation”.

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The history of the Navratri vrat thali

Navratri is a Hindu festival celebrated with fasting & festivities, symbolising the triumph of good over evil. It's origins remain elusive, but in the 1970s, the concept of a formal thali emerged. Today, restaurants offer innovative vrat thalis, reflecting India's diverse culinary heritage. #Navratri #HinduFestival #VratThali #CulinaryHeritage

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When the Theosophical Society ran into a major controversy

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RSS, affiliate welcome Supreme Court verdict on same sex marriage

RSS/VHP welcome SC's majority view on LGBTQ not having unqualified right to marry; Sangh had maintained it's a 'disorder'; SC heard Hindu, Muslim, Christian followers; RSS chief said LGBTQ have private/social space; Dattatreya Hosabale said not a crime; Samvardhinee Nyas survey found medical practitioners believe homosexuality is a disorder.

The Hindu

Proposal to plant bamboo along Gap Road stretch to prevent landslips

Forest Dept. to plant bamboo & creeper along Gap Road stretch of Kochi-Dhanushkodi National Highway in Munnar to prevent landslips. Assembly Committee of Environment directed dept. & NHAI to consider proposal. Bamboo & creeper will penetrate 4-5ft deep into soil & prevent future landslips. NHAI to conduct study & take…

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Corruption in Tamil Nadu has doubled since Stalin took over, says Piyush Goyal

Union Minister Piyush Goyal charges that corruption in Tamil Nadu has doubled since M.K. Stalin took power. PM Modi strives for corruption-free governance, while DMK regime is anti-Hindu. PM recovered 361 idols of Hindu gods, while 2 lakh acres of temples lands encroached in last two years. Kanimozhi's Women's Rights…

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Morning Digest | One million Gazans displaced in a week, says UN; SP to contest M.P. election in alliance with Congress, and more

Read a daily selection of top stories from across India and the world by The Hindu to start your day

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Centre may raise retirement age of scientists from 60 to 65

MoST seeks to raise retirement age of scientists to 65 to stem flight of top scientists to universities/IITs. Proposal under discussion; DBT has sent details of eligible scientists for evaluation. Government has previously mooted raising retirement age to bring parity in service conditions. Modi govt. has done away with extensions,…

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Profiles of rescued minor girls leaked some 45 days ago in Vijayawada

Inquiry reveals woman employee of Girls' Home in Vijayawada leaked confidential profiles of minor girls to CWC member, violating Juvenile Justice Act. Officials launched inquiry after report in The Hindu. Inquiry officers investigating why data was leaked, if profiles shared with others, and other relevant details. CWC members and staff…

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India's accusation of 'terrorism' is a ploy to hide its own human rights abuses

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has accused India of being involved in the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian Sikh leader, on Canadian soil.

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How a 6.3 magnitude quake caused another of same intensity

Unusual 6.3 magnitude quake strikes NW of Herat, Afghanistan. Occurred due to thrust faulting near Hindu Kush Mt. range. Followed by 30 min later quake of same intensity. Half-dozen aftershocks. Oct 11 saw another 6.3 magnitude quake. Caused by horizontal compressive stresses, one block moves up relative to other. Occurred…

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State to notify architectural committee soon to monitor repair and restoration of temples

Karnataka State govt. to form architectural committee to monitor repair/restoration of ancient temples. Applications for repair/reconstruction of 50 temples put on hold. Committee mandated under Section 69D of Hindu Religious Institutions & Charitable Endowments Act, 1997. Committee to ensure architectural value of temples not lost. Majority of 'C' category temples…

The Hindu

Navatri festivities from Sunday in Yadgir

Nine days of Navaratri festivities will commence from Sunday in Yadgir, Ashok Watker, president of Hindu Seva Samiti has said. The committee will organise a range of cultural programmes during the celebrations. Mr. Watker was addressing a press conference in Yadgir on Saturday.

The Times of India

Navratri Prasad For Nine Days 2023: Navratri Bhog for Goddess Durga

Navratri is one of the most significant and cherished Hindu festivals. It is dedicated to Goddess Durga, the divine feminine, who is worshiped in her various 9 forms during this period, each day dedicated to one form.

The Times of India

Navratri fasting rules 2023: Here's what to do and avoid during Navratri fast

Navratri is a Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of the goddess Durga and is celebrated with great fervor and devotion. Navratri or the celebration of nine days will begin on October 15, 2023, and will end on October 24, 2023. During these nine days, Hindus pray to the supreme…

The Hindu

T.N. Jagadisan: The man who made a mark in leprosy care in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu has made great strides in leprosy prevention and control, with the prevalence rate per 10,000 population at 0.30 in 2022-23. T.N. Jagadisan, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, dedicated his life to leprosy care and eradication. He established the Kasturba Kushta Nivaran Nilayam, which provided medical care, removed stigma, and…

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