The Long Read
The Best Property Selling Apps: Navigating the Modern Real Estate Market
The Indian PropTech space is undergoing a massive evolution, shifting from traditional, commission-heavy models to streamlined, digital-first experiences.
Sonam Wangchuk hunger strike LIVE: Delhi HC declines interim relief on plea by Wangchuk's wife seeking transfer from Safdarjung Hospital
Follow the Hindu's LIVE updates as Cockroach Janta Party continues protests as Sonam Wangchuk refuses treatment despite counselling
Calcutta High Court orders halt in demolition of Abhishek Banerjee's office in Amtala
Calcutta HC halts demolition of Abhishek Banerjee's office, maintaining status quo until further hearing at the end of July.
Amit Shah inaugurates India's first immersive language museum in Kolkata
Amit Shah inaugurates Shabdalok, India’s first immersive language museum in Kolkata, celebrating the nation's rich linguistic heritage and diversity.
Forced to work 15 hours a day without pay, Hyderabad woman stranded in Oman seeks govt's help to return home
Her family alleged that she was not provided proper food or accommodation, and did not receive any salary during her four-month stay in Oman. | India News
WorldAll world
Russia launches major ballistic missile attack on Ukrainian cities
Four people are killed and at least 36 injured as Ukraine's two largest cities are targeted, as Kyiv continues its own assault on Russian infrastructure.
Cinema & Streaming
— reviews · box office · interviews
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72nd National Film Awards: Telugu cinema shines with 9 awards; ‘Kalki 2898 AD,’ ‘Pushpa 2’ win big
72nd National Film Awards: Telugu films ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, ‘Committee Kurrollu’, ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, '35-chinna katha kaadu' and ‘Lucky Baskhar’ win
Malayalam actor Lenaa Kumar on her new book on menopause
Malayalam actor Lenaa Kumar discusses her new book 'Women-O-Pause,' guiding women through menopause and sharing personal insights.
National Film Awards: ‘Mithya’ adjudged Best Kannada Film, bags two more honours
Along with the Best Kannada Film Award, Rakshit Shetty-produced by ‘Mithya’, directed by Sumanth Bhat, also won in the Best Child Artist and Best Actor in a Supporting Role categories at the 72nd National Film Awards
PoliticsAll politics
Sonam Wangchuk hunger strike LIVE: Delhi HC declines interim relief on plea by Wangchuk's wife seeking transfer from Safdarjung Hospital
Follow the Hindu's LIVE updates as Cockroach Janta Party continues protests as Sonam Wangchuk refuses treatment despite counselling
Local · BangaloreMore local
CJP protest in Bengaluru urges more participation, sustained questioning
Bengaluru's CJP protest calls for increased public participation and accountability amid concerns over NEET paper leak and democracy.
Archaeology Dept. collaborates with Servants of Knowledge to digitise heritage collections
The Department of Archaeology, Museums & Heritage, Government of Karnataka, and the Anubhava Mantapa Servants of Knowledge Association (Servants of Knowledge) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to digitise the department’s library in Mysuru.
BMTC electric bus hits auto near K.R. circle; auto driver killed
A BMTC electric bus crash near K.R. Circle in Bengaluru killed a 60-year-old auto driver, prompting a review of safety measures.
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Forced to work 15 hours a day without pay, Hyderabad woman stranded in Oman seeks govt's help to return home
Her family alleged that she was not provided proper food or accommodation, and did not receive any salary during her four-month stay in Oman. | India News
Update19 Jul
Patient dies hours after ceiling fan falls on him in Delhi's GTB hospital
According to the patient's death certificate, reviewed by HT, Akbar died at around 12.16 am, less than three hours after the incident. | India News
Probe19 Jul
Mob assaults Muslim man for visiting Hindu woman friend in Uttarakhand
The woman told the Uttarakhand Police that she had known the man for five years and had no objection to his visiting her house | India News
Court19 Jul
Goa BJP MLA Jennifer Monserrate passes away after prolonged illness
Monserrate, who was ailing for some time, had withdrawn from public life over the last few months as she prioritised her health | India News
Awards & Honours
— recognising the people behind the year's quieter wins★
HonourAnne Hathaway’s 13 Best Performances: From ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ to ‘The Odyssey’
Variety ranks Anne Hathaway's best performances including "Rachel Getting Married," "Brokeback Mountain," "The Dark Knight Rises" and "The Odyssey."
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HonourMatt Damon’s 13 Best Performances: From Math Genius to Greek King
Ranking Matt Damon's best movies, including "Good Will Hunting," "The Departed," "The Bourne Ultimatum" sand "Saving Private Ryan."
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HonourMyanmar-Set ‘Fruit Gathering’ Wins at Karlovy Vary: ‘Harrowing Drama of Obsession and Queer Desire’
‘Fruit Gathering' and 'The Guest' win big at Karlovy Vary Film Festival, while Juliette Binoche and Jeffrey Wright pick up honorary awards.
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HonourHudson Williams and Cynthia Erivo Attend Balenciaga Couture Show in Paris and More Celeb Red Carpet Photos: July 2026
Check out the best celebrity red carpet and event photos of July 2026.
Health & WellbeingAll health
What type of procrastinator are you - and how to fix it now (not later)
The nine types of stalling that researchers say can reveal something deeper about us and why it's not always bad.
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Politics
Kalaburagi: CPI(M) protests detention of Sonam Wangchuk, seeks Education Minister’s resignation
CPI(M) protests in Kalaburagi against Sonam Wangchuk's detention, demanding Education Minister Pradhan's resignation over NEET irregularities.
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Crime
Police clear Ken-Betwa protest site on Day 17, shift fasting activist to hospital
The administration has maintained that the Ken-Betwa Link Project is of national importance and will boost irrigation, drinking water supply and development. | India News
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Sports
Rapp, 26, dies after being hit by car while cycling
American boxer Hannah Rapp dies aged 26 after being hit by a car while cycling in Texas.
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World
New EU border system tripling time at passport control, airport boss says
Ryanair has also warned passengers travelling to Europe this summer to prepare for extended waits.