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Founded: 1878
Ownership
The Hindu was founded in 1878 in Madras (Chennai) by the 'Triplicane Six', a group of students and teachers led by G. Subramania Iyer. Since 1905 it has been owned and controlled by the family of S. Kasturi Ranga Iyengar through the holding company Kasturi and Sons Limited, with shares split among four branches of the Kasturi family (the Narasimhan, G. Kasturi, Parthasarathy and Rangarajan families), all descendants of the founder-purchaser.
Funding
It is financed commercially through newspaper sales/subscriptions, advertising and its digital paywall, operating as a privately held family business (Kasturi and Sons also runs other titles such as Business Line and Frontline).
Affiliation & stance
As a privately owned, family-controlled commercial newspaper with no party, state or church ownership, The Hindu is correctly classified as INDEPENDENT. It is editorially independent with a generally centre-left, liberal stance.
Editorial lean
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- Lean Left
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Karnataka's Medical Education Minister Sharan Prakash Patil addressed media in Raichur, stating that a Cabinet sub-committee will determine whether to implement cloud seeding to address rainfall shortages. He noted that while there is a rain shortfall, it is not a complete failure, and farmers have until July 15 to sow remaining crops. Priority will be given to ensuring drinking water from the Tungabhadra dam rather than crop irrigation. The minister also highlighted delays in fertilizer supply from the central government and mentioned efforts to resolve doctor shortages in government hospitals. He discussed administrative coordination challenges at the local level and clarified that the SIR (Social Infrastructure Reservation) process is managed by the Election Commission, though the state has instructed officials to ensure fairness.
State to revive defunct lift irrigation schemes, says Rama Naidu
The Water Resources Minister of the state, Nimmala Rama Naidu, announced plans to revive defunct lift irrigation schemes to ensure water security for 820,000 acres of land. He stated that approximately 400,000 acres have been affected due to the non-functioning of these schemes under the previous YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government. Currently, only 166 out of 1,023 lift irrigation schemes are operational. Rama Naidu highlighted the initiation of restoration work on the Vedadri-Kanchala Lift Irrigation Scheme, which is expected to cost ₹15 crore, and mentioned that tenders totaling ₹4,500 crore are being invited for repairs and maintenance of such schemes. He criticized the former administration for neglecting the irrigation sector, leaving behind a debt of ₹18,000 crore between 2019 and 2024, and for damaging infrastructure like the Polavaram diaphragm wall and the Annamayya project.
Madhya Pradesh HC takes cognisance of death threats to Muslim judge after lynching verdict
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has taken suo motu notice of death threats and communal abuse directed at Muslim judge Tabassum Khan following her conviction of seven men in a 2022 lynching case. The victims were truck drivers who were attacked by a mob claiming they were cattle smugglers. After the verdict, videos showing death threats and burning of effigies of the judge circulated online. The court emphasized that such actions undermine judicial independence and ordered continued police protection for Khan. It also mandated that state authorities submit affidavits detailing measures taken to secure her safety and address the threats. The police have registered a case against unidentified individuals under anti-terrorism laws. The incident highlights concerns over threats against judges and the impact on judicial independence.
Statues of Telugu theatre stalwarts unveiled in Vijayawada
In Vijayawada, statues of renowned Telugu theatre artists P. Suribabu and P. Rajeswari were unveiled during the birth anniversary celebrations of legendary actor S. V. Ranga Rao at Tummalapalli Kalakshetram. The event was presided over by Vijayawada Central MLA Bonda Umamaheswara Rao, who highlighted the coalition government's commitment to supporting artists and praised the couple's contributions to Telugu theatre and performing arts. The ceremony was organized by P. Nagahari Prasad, the couple's grandson, who expressed gratitude to attendees. P. Suribabu, known for his powerful voice and stage presence, was a prominent figure in Telugu theatre and cinema, founding several theatrical groups and producing notable works. P. Rajeswari, recognized for her versatility in acting, was among the first Telugu artists to release a gramophone record. Together, they significantly influenced the growth of Telugu theatre and left a lasting legacy in the region.
SWR general manager inspects Mysuru Railway Workshop
The article reports on a routine inspection conducted by P. Ananth, General Manager of the South Western Railway, at the Mysuru Railway Workshop. During the visit, he examined several key facilities such as the Wheel Shop, Bogie Repair Shop, and others, assessing maintenance work, quality control, and safety standards. Ananth also engaged directly with employees, addressing their concerns and acknowledging their contributions. Following the inspection, a review meeting was held to evaluate operational efficiency and plan improvements. Additionally, he visited multiple railway stations and terminals in Mysuru, accompanied by senior railway officials.
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Traffic snarls on NEET day: Congress and BJP indulge in war of words
On June 22, 2026, a political dispute erupted between India's ruling Congress party and the opposition BJP regarding traffic congestion in Bengaluru that allegedly caused some students to miss the NEET re-examination at RC College. BJP MP Tejasvi Surya claimed that several students were unable to reach the exam venue due to heavy traffic around Palace Grounds, where a Congress event was being held. Congress denied these claims, with Home Minister Priyank Kharge stating that only a small number of students were absent, citing specific cases such as a student who missed the exam due to a delayed bus and another who had an incorrect admission ticket. He also accused Surya of spreading misinformation, noting that the BJP had previously remained silent during a major NEET question paper leak that affected 22 lakh students. B.K. Hariprasad, leader of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee, acknowledged traffic congestion but stated that efforts were made to minimize disruption, including arranging parking within the venue. He also pointed out that similar absences occurred in other districts and questioned why the BJP was focusing on the Congress event rather than addressing the larger
Naregal group clash: Bommai seeks SIT probe
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11,000 SC students may lose chance at CET counselling over delay in issuing caste certificates
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JSW plant in Kadapa finalised during YSRCP term, claims Jagan
YSRCP president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy praised the restart of the JSW Steel plant in Kadapa, crediting his party's previous government with laying the groundwork for the project. He highlighted that under the YSRCP administration, environmental clearances, land allocation, water rights, and infrastructure preparations were completed to enable the project's progress. However, he noted that the project stalled for two years before resuming. Jagan emphasized that the project's completion is crucial for local employment and economic growth in Rayalaseema and expressed hope that future governments would continue to advance such initiatives regardless of political affiliation.
MP Sribharat inaugurates ₹40-lakh infrastructure works at ZP High School
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Your BLO may share your confusion of what next after filling online SIR form
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