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Naveen Kumar
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Senior Journalist, The Hindu
Hyderabad
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Biography
Naveen is a seasoned crime reporter with an eye for detail in stories. With a career spanning over eight years, he has covered a wide range of cases, from sensational murders to complex financial frauds. Before joining The Hindu, Naveen worked for Deccan Chronicle and The Daily Pioneer, where he gained extensive experience in reporting on crime, courts, fire, defence and law enforcement. His knowledge of the criminal justice system and his ability to build strong sources have made him a known face in the field.
Hard science and politics.
Content
By Naveen Kumar Verified| The Hindu Verified Day one of the reopening of the junction under Tarnaka flyover saw relatively low traffic and mild congestion at key U-turns, owing to the Good Friday holiday. The junction, shut for nearly a decade, was thrown open to commuters on a trial basis on Friday (April 18, 2025) to evaluate its impact on vehicular movement. Traffic officials stationed at the Tarnaka junction said the real test will begin from Monday when regular weekday traffic resumes.
By Naveen Kumar Verified| The Hindu Verified As buildings in Hyderabad continue to soar skywards, so does the need for robust fire safety measures. Officials revealed that plans are underway to procure a 100-metre firefighting platform, which would substantially boost the State’s ability to tackle fires in even taller structures. Globally, the tallest firefighting platforms reach up to 110 metres, with 90-metre units — capable of reaching 27 floors — being the most commonly used.
By Siddharth Kumar Singh Verified, Naveen Kumar Verified, Lavpreet Kaur, Ravi Reddy| The Hindu Verified Vikram (name changed) was just another first-year MBBS student at the Government Medical College Khammam in Telangana, trying to find his way through the maze of lectures, labs and late-night study sessions. On November 12 last year, as he walked back to his hostel, he ran a hand over his freshly trimmed hair. It was nothing drastic; just a routine cut, or so he thought until he stepped into the hostel. The laughter came first — loud, mocking, floating down the corridor from the floor above.
Company Info
The Hindu
The Hindu is a prominent English-language daily newspaper based in Chennai, India. Established in 1878, it transitioned to a daily format in 1889 and has been influential in Indian media, particularly during the country's struggle for independence. The newspaper is owned by Kasturi and Sons Limited, which has maintained its editorial independence since acquiring it in 1905. The Hindu offers comprehensive coverage of national and international news, including politics, business, science, and culture. It features regional supplements and a Tamil-language edition called The Hindu Tamil. The publication also includes specialized offerings such as Business Line, a daily financial newspaper, Frontline, a fortnightly magazine, and Sportstar, a weekly sports magazine. With a readership of over 5.3 million, The Hindu is recognized for its credible and factual reporting, serving a diverse audience that includes general readers, business professionals, and academics.
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Founded: 1878