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Conservationists criticise appeal to reduce area of private lands demarcated as part of Sigur elephant corridor

The resort lobby’s push to reduce the protections offered by the notification of the Segur Elephant Corridor criticized has come in for criticism by experts who says it is important to preserve passages for elephant movement. They say data, research & observations show elephants use corridor and that effectiveness of…

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Explained | Why was a 40% duty imposed on onion exports?

In order to increase the availability of onions in the market, the government on August 19 imposed a 40% duty on the export of onions until the end of the year. Read on The Hindu why was a 40% duty imposed on onion exports?

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Soon, consumers will have to pay first and then use power in Andhra Pradesh

The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Department is rolling out a smart and prepaid metering system for all consumers as part of the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), a Central Government-sponsored initiative. The Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Corporation Ltd. (APCPDCL) told The Hindu that the deployment of prepaid meters would follow…

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May 3 violence was likely pre-planned: Manipur CM Biren Singh

In an interview with The Hindu, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said that he has spoken to the Meitei civil society groups and will ensure that Kuki-Zo MLAs are not harmed. The tribal MLAs are likely to skip the Assembly Session due to security concerns.

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BRICS now a non-western grouping with the induction of six more member nations

BRICS expands to 11 members, strengthening its position as a global grouping. New members from Middle East, Africa, South America chosen, sending message of multipolarity. India took lead in drafting criteria, most new members strategic partners. Expansion sends message against US sanctions, energy players join. BRICS now a recognised global…

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Fear grips Nuh despite administration denying permission for VHP yatra

Residents of Nuh fear a repeat of violence with VHP planning to resume its yatra on Aug 28, despite admin denying permission. Migrant workers & residents are anxious, packing bags & leaving for their villages in case of any violence. They are struggling to resume daily lives.

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Years of data goes missing from Union government’s RTI portal

Right to Information activists notice that records of previous applications have disappeared in the hundreds from the RTIOnline portal. The Hindu viewed and verified samples of applications from two RTI activists, one of whom has had their entire account purged of information from before 2022.

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Tamil Nadu’s turbulent relationship with professional course entrance tests

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Festival of Chennai: T.N. CM Stalin releases three publications from The Hindu, visits archival photo exhibition, at Ripon Building

On Chennai's 384th b'day, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin released 3 books & inaugurated an archival photo exhibition at the Ripon Building. Nirmala Lakshman, Chairperson of The Hindu Group, said the celebrations were about the city's journey from Madras to Chennai. 3 books: Epic Saga of the Cholas, Tamil Nadu In…

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‘People of Chennai are very special’

Oliver Ballhatchet , British Deputy High Commissioner to Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, speaks about his love for the people of the city, the amazing food, and how the city will always be in his heart.

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CSIR’s new lotus variety ‘Namoh 108’ a ‘grand gift’ to PM Modi: Science Minister

The lotus has 108 petals and was discovered several years ago in Manipur and kept at the institute as part of its collection of flowers and plants, on which the institute conducts research. However, it wasn’t until four years ago that one of the scientists discovered that it had 108…

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Explained | The Katchatheevu controversy

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin revives debate over Katchatheevu islet, reiterates demand for retrieval from Sri Lanka. He points out that fishermen arrested by Sri Lanka have been released but boats and nets not returned. Previous PMs of India and Sri Lanka signed agreement in 1974 to demarcate boundary, which…

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Andhra Pradesh: Dalit youth alleges torture in Kadiyam police station in East Godavari district

Dalit youth Vaddi Venkata Prasad alleges physical torture in Kadiyam police station; SI R. Sivaji accused of asking victim to drink his urine.

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Madras and motorbikes: a bulletproof relationship

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Madras Week | Chennai city turns 384

The Hindu celebrates Chennai's 384th anniversary with 'Festival of Chennai - Madras Month 2023'. This festival brings the city's defining flavours, iconic structures, and transport systems from past to present. With The Hindu's coverage, this folder offers a glimpse of the city's glorious past and vibrant present.

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Will Karnataka’s plan to start Govt-run ride-hailing app help drivers and commuters?

Ride-hailing applications are typically owned and operated by private companies, with some exceptions like the Namma Yatri auto-hailing app that is operated by drivers’ union. Now, the Karnataka government wants to develop a ride-hailing app

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Mescom angers consumers with unscheduled power cuts in Mangaluru, Udupi, Shivamogga

Mescom Managing Director D. Padmavathi attributed the unscheduled power cuts to reduced power production from thermal power plants.

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Odisha government withdraws controversial ‘deemed forest’ order

The Odisha government has withdrawn a controversial order issued on August 11, which told district officials that ‘deemed forests’ as a category would cease to exist under the recently amended Forest Act. “The order has been withdrawn,” C.P. Goyal, Director-General (Forests), said, giving no further details.

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Made of Chennai | Celebrate Madras through rare photos, music, culture and food

Movies on the beach, a biryani trail, an travelling indie music bus, an archival photo exhibit and a slate of contests: Here’s a quick guide to how you can take part in The Hindu’s Festival of Chennai

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KSCPCR to study mobile phone addiction among children in Karnataka

K. Naganna Gowda, Chairperson of KSCPCR, told The Hindu, “...during Covid-19 and post-pandemic, schools were conducting classes online. Children are now addicted to mobile phones. Even if Covid-19 pandemic is eradicated from India, there are no signs that this mobile obsession will end.”

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From a fringe player to India’s big medal hope — the Prannoy journey

From a fringe player to India’s big medal hope — the Prannoy journey. For someone who was talented and untiring, H.S. Prannoy remained a fringe player for too long before emerging out of the shadows of the lead performers. He is now India’s biggest medal hope at the World championships…

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No more ‘deemed forests’, says Odisha government

Nearly half of Odisha’s forest land was ‘deemed forest,’ experts told The Hindu and the Odisha government’s interpretation of the Forest Act would end up accelerating the razing of forests

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Father of Matheen Taha, accused in Bengaluru terror module case, dies in Thirthahalli

Manzoor Ahmed, ex-serviceman, died in Thirthahalli on Aug 13, 2023. He served in Indian Army for 26 yrs & wanted son, Taha, accused in terror case, to surrender to police. He is survived by wife, two sons & daughter. He spoke to The Hindu in Nov 2022, urging son to…

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14 States yet to join Centre’s flagship education scheme

Officials from several Opposition-ruled States told The Hindu that they have raised concerns about the MoU, given that 40% of the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA) budget must be borne by the States themselves, and no extra funds have been earmarked for NEP reforms. The Centre says it holding…

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Manipur government employee lodges complaint in Bengaluru alleging takeover of her Imphal quarters to house refugees

Government employee from Kuki-Zo community flees Manipur strife, finds her quarters taken over by Meitei club. Valuables worth ₹8.18 Lakh also taken. Banaswadi Police register FIR against unknown individuals for trespass. Complainant fears she can't return to Manipur.

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