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Constitution Amendment Bill proposes fresh delimitation, possible change in size of State Assemblies

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 17:29
The proposed amendments, in effect, mean that State Assemblies will see a change in their total number of seats, depending on population changes and constituency boundaries within States will also be redrawn as part of the delimitation exercise
Categories: National News

Delimitation is the BJP’s tool to divide Bengal and India, says Mamata

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 17:28
Trinamool Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee, said that the BJP is attempting a delimitation exercise without a full majority
Categories: National News

Intense contests brewing in the Cauvery delta, the rice bowl of Tamil Nadu

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 17:21
The DMK, which had won 37 of the 41 constituencies in nine districts in 2021, is looking to better its performance. The  AIADMK, which had suffered heavy losses owing to a split in the votes caused by the AMMK and the NTK in several constituencies last time, is hoping that the anti-incumbency factor will turn the tide in its favour
Categories: National News

Disney to cut 1,000 jobs: CEO moves to streamline operations; marketing units unified

Times of India - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 17:17
Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro has announced that the company is undergoing a change, working to reshape its massive media empire. In a memo to employees, the CEO said that the company is cutting approximately 1,000 roles this week to “streamline” its operations. According to the memo, the majority of the job losses are a direct result of Disney forming a single, consolidated “enterprise marketing division.” This new group is being led by Asad Ayaz, the company's Chief Marketing and Brand Officer.
Categories: National News

Xi calls for closer ties with Spain in face of global 'chaos'

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 17:14
"Both China and Spain are principled countries that stand for justice. They should strengthen communication, consolidate mutual trust, and cooperate closely to oppose the world's regression to the law of the jungle," Mr. Xi said during talks in the Great Hall of the People
Categories: National News

₹1.50 cr. to redevelop bottlenecked Vyttila Junction

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 17:14
Funds cleared after SHRC chief took suo motu action on reports highlighting commuter and pedestrian distress at Vyttila, Kerala’s busiest junction
Categories: National News

Sindarov wins Candidates, sets up World C'ship clash with D Gukesh

Times of India - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 17:09
Javokhir Sindarov clinched the FIDE Candidates 2026 title with a round to spare after an unbeaten run, sealing qualification for the World Championship with a draw against Anish Giri. The Uzbek GM showed consistency throughout, starting with a win over Andrey Esipenko and maintaining control with key draws. He will now face reigning champion D Gukesh for the title.
Categories: National News

Nine killed in boiler explosion at Chhattisgarh power plant

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 16:58
Chief Minister expresses grief, promises impartial probe
Categories: National News

Govt. committed to values espoused by Ambedkar, says Minister

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 16:47
Participating in 135th birth anniversary celebrations of Dr. Ambedkar in city, Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy says that Dr. Ambedkar proved that discrimination cannot hinder intellectual progress
Categories: National News

Watch: The Hindu’s new show - Above the Fold | 14.04.2026

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 16:43
Above the Fold is The Hindu’s weekday news show, bringing you the most important stories of the day with clarity, depth, and context. Each episode also spotlights exclusive reporting, sharp analysis, and on-ground stories from The Hindu that you shouldn’t miss.
Categories: National News

Realtor shot dead in Vijayapura

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 16:38
Categories: National News

For 33% quota for women before next parliamentary polls, Lok Sabha seats to be increased to up to 850

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 16:38
The seats reserved for women in Lok Sabha and legislative Assemblies "shall be allotted by rotation to different constituencies in a state or Union territory," the Bill circulated among Lok Sabha members said
Categories: National News

Higher vote share for Vijay could work to the DMK’s advantage, says the CPI Tamil Nadu secretary

Hindu - Tue, 04/14/2026 - 16:31
Within the TVK, there is an educated group of people keen on defeating the BJP front which, they believe, is acting against  Tamil Nadu’s interests. Many of them recognise that voting for Vijay may not yield benefits. They understand that the DMK-led alliance has an edge over the AIADMK-led front, says  M. Veerapandian
Categories: National News

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