Morning Digest: Mahayuti wins civic polls in Maharashtra; EU leaders to be Republic Day chief guests, and more
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The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on January 17, 2026
Congress leader, freedom fighter, cooperative sector pioneer and former Transport Minister Bheemanna Khandre passed away at his residence in Bhalki, Bidar district, on Friday night (January 16).
Aware of concerns of being voiced by jobless youth, says CM
BMC polls see BJP-Shiv Sena alliance ending Uddhav Thackeray's 25-year control, yet he retains strong Marathi voter support.
At 140 years, the Indian National Congress is grappling with the cumulative effects of long-standing institutional erosion
Edappadi K. Palaniswami questions Congress's future in the DMK alliance ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.
Scientists urge a climate-resilient shift in India's irrigation and food production to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable practices.
Madras University emerged the overall champions at the 85th All India Inter-University Athletics Championship 2025–26 by scoring 134 points while Mangalore University emerged the runners up by scoring 109 points
Special Intensive Revision of Tamil Nadu's electoral rolls ends January 18, with over 12.8 lakh seeking inclusion.
PM Modi visits Assam for a mass dance event and to initiate the Kaziranga elevated corridor project on January 17-18.
Chennai's People's Educational Trust urges the DMK to enhance Ambedkar Memorial amenities in its 2026 election manifesto.
Kannur leads in the Gold Cup race at the State School Arts Festival, with Thrissur and rivals close behind.
Indian diplomat's meeting with Jamaat Ameer deemed routine by MEA, emphasizing regular diplomatic interactions in Bangladesh.
Government increases TDR compensation for plot owners near water bodies to encourage conservation efforts and attract participation.