Security guard killed during reverse car parking bid in Chennai
The woman who drove the car was arrested
TVK chief Vijay accuses ruling DMK of loot, dynasty politics
Chennai: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhgam chief Vijay on Sunday resumed his campaign for the 2026 Assembly election after a break of nearly 2 months and targeted the ruling DMK by accusing it of loot and also indirectly levelled the allegation of dynasty politics against it. Vijay slammed the DMK for questioning his party, the TVK, over Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Entry to all FIH Men's Junior Hockey World Cup 2025 matches to be free, says Hockey India
Hockey India has announced free entry for all matches of the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025, aiming to boost fan participation. The tournament, featuring a record 24 teams, will be held in Chennai and Madurai from November 28 to December 10. Spectators can secure virtual tickets via Ticketgenie.in or the Hockey India app for paperless entry.
Documentary on Chinese convicts to cultivate Cinchona plantations in India screened
BEIJING, Nov 23: A documentary made by an Indian academic from IIT Chennai tracing the history of a group of Chinese convicts brought by the British to Udhagamandalam in Tamil Nadu in the 18th century to cultivate Cinchona plantations was screened in Chinese universities here. Joe Thomas Karackattu, Associate Professor working at the IIT Chennai said the documentary titled Those 4 Years was shown in Hong Kong and elsewhere previously but it was the first time screened in China. It [] The post Documentary on Chinese convicts to cultivate Cinchona plantations in India screened appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chennai man arrested for online harassment of women animal welfare activists
CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Police on Sunday arrested a man identified as Muralidharan Sivalingam, founder of the Indian Centre for Animal Rights and Education (INCARE), for allegedly subjecting a group of women animal-welfare volunteers to weeks of gender-based online harassment. He was booked under Section 79 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with acts intended to insult the modesty of a woman, with relevant provisions of the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Harassment of Women Act and the Information Technology Act. Police said he was produced before a magistrate and remanded in judicial custody. The arrest followed a complaint filed by five women, all animal welfare volunteers from the city, who alleged that Muralidharan had subjected them to cyberstalking, intimidation, defamation and targeted harassment across social media platforms. In their complaint submitted to the Thiruvanmiyur police, the complainants stated that the accused had been tagging their names in posts on X and Facebook, misrepresenting their activities, provoking online mobs, and creating a hostile environment that endangered their safety. According to the complaint, the accused repeatedly used derogatory and misogynistic phrases to describe women activists, referred to them as mental patients and out of control, and circulated distorted interpretations of Supreme Court orders (particularly the recent orders related to the control of the stray dog population) to portray the complainants as lawbreakers. They also stated that the repeated tagging of officials and strangers had sparked negative comments from unknown users, instigating public hostility. Following preliminary investigation and collection of electronic evidence, including posts, metadata and screenshots submitted by the complainants, the police registered a case and arrested Muralidharan.
'You're not dumb; I am the one who trusted you': Dhoni said; bowler recalls
Deepak Chahar recounted a tense moment from the 2019 IPL on Big Boss, where MS Dhoni entrusted him with death bowling against Sarfaraz Khan. Despite two initial no-balls, Chahar recovered, conceding five runs and taking a wicket in the remaining five deliveries to secure a win for Chennai Super Kings.
Man accused of drug peddling shot on knee by police near Chidambaram
The accused had nine cases including five ganja cases pending against him in various police stations in Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai and Chennai.
Cyclone 'Senyar' likely to form over Bay of Bengal: 10 key points
A low-pressure system over the Strait of Malacca is poised to intensify into a cyclonic storm in the Bay of Bengal next week. Early warnings are in effect for heavy rain and strong winds across the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Agnikul raises $17 mn at $500 mn valuation; to focus on orbital launch, booster recovery
Structure collapses, two workers killed near Neelankarai
CHENNAI: Two migrant workers from Odisha fell to death when a structure they were dismantling at an old granite company collapsed at Vettuvankeni near Neelankarai on Saturday afternoon. The police said the workers identified as M Babu Malik (32) and B Sasikanth Malik (42) were part of a team engaged in removing metal sheets from the roof and iron support structures at a building in the site. According to police sources, Babu and Sasikanth were positioned on the elevated portion of the structure, causing them to lose balance and fall during the collapse. Babu suffered severe head injury, while Sasikanth sustained multiple injuries. Co-workers rushed them to Government Royapettah Hospital, where doctors declared them brought dead. Senior police officials said a case has been registered to identify the cause of the collapse and to find if there was negligence on anyones part.
Suspect in Mandaveli daylight murder shot in leg during arrest
CHENNAI: A 21-year-old history-sheeter, suspected to be involved in the daylight murder of a rowdy, Mouli, in Mandaveli on Thursday, was shot in the leg by police in the early hours of Saturday near the Indira Nagar MRTS station after he allegedly attacked a constable while attempting to escape. The police said the suspect, Vijayakumar of Visalakshi Thottam, was traced by a special team led by Mylapore inspector Ambedkar. When the team moved in to secure him, Vijayakumar allegedly lunged at constable Tamilarasan with a knife, and ignored repeated warnings to surrender, prompting the inspector to open fire in self-defence. He was initially admitted to Royapettah Government Hospital and later shifted to the prison ward at Stanley Medical College Hospital. Two others have also been arrested in connection with the case. Twenty-four-year-old Mouli was hacked to death in Mandaveli on Thursday by a six-member gang. He succumbed to injuries at Government Royapettah Hospital on Friday. The murder, which happened in daylight, caused panic among the public. Sources said preliminary investigations have indicated that personal enmity triggered the attack. Multiple teams are on the lookout for the remaining accused, a senior officer said.
Auto driver dies as tree on IMH campus crashes on to vehicle
CHENNAI: A 38-year-old autorickshaw driver was crushed to death after a termite-ridden palm tree fell on his moving vehicle at the junction of Medavakkam Tank Road and Ayanavaram Road on Saturday afternoon. A Class 11 student travelling in the auto escaped without injuries, the police said. The deceased, A Abdul Wahid, a resident of VOC Nagar in Tondiarpet, had just turned on to Ayanavaram Road when the palm tree near the outpatient block on Institute of Mental Health (IMH) campus fell on to the front portion of the vehicle. Wahid died on the spot. The police said the tree was severely weakened due to termite infestation. Civic workers later removed the fallen trunk using earthmovers to clear the stretch and ease the traffic. Preliminary inquiries revealed Wahid had picked up the student from Good Shepherd School in Nungambakkam, and was on the way to drop her home when the incident occurred. Wahids body was shifted to the Government Kilpauk Medical College Hospital for postmortem. Police have registered a case.
Sanitary workers claim corporation planning to privatise waste management in two more zones
CHENNAI: Amid the ongoing protest by sanitary workers against the outsourcing of solid waste management operations in Royapuram and Thiru-Vi-Ka Nagar zones recently handed over to Chennai Enviro Solutions Private Limited (Ramky Group) the Greater Chennai Corporation is now allegedly preparing to outsource operations in the Anna Nagar and Tondiarpet zones as well, according to K Bharathi, president of the Uzhaippor Urimai Iyakkam, which is spearheading the agitation. If these zones are also privatised, it will trigger a massive protest, he said, adding on November 24, sanitary workers from the Royapuram and Thiru-Vi-Ka Nagar, along with their family, plan to return their voter ID cards to the government as a mark of protest. Addressing a press conference, Bharathi said although the corporation had earlier assured workers that Anna Nagar and Tondiarpet zones would not be privatised until the 2026 Assembly election, further progress in the tender process has created concern for more than 3,000 sanitary workers employed in these zones. He pointed out the demands of the protesting workers who had worked in Royapuram and Thiru-Vi-Ka Nagar remained unresolved even after 114 days of protest, and despite four workers being on an indefinite hunger strike for the sixth consecutive day on Saturday following High Court approval on November 14. On Saturday, a few workers from Ambattur zone also expressed solidarity with the protesting sanitary workers by refusing to eat the breakfast provided under the free one-meal-a-day scheme, Bharathi said. Protesting workers from the Royapuram and Thiru-Vi-Ka Nagar zones were also present at the press conference.
Light to moderate rain may lash Chennai today
CHENNAI: The regional meteorological centre (RMC) said a low-pressure area has formed over the Strait of Malacca and the adjoining south Andaman sea on Saturday morning and it is likely to intensify into a depression over the southeast Bay of Bengal around November 24. The system is expected to move west-northwestwards and strengthen further over the southwest Bay of Bengal during the subsequent 48 hours. A separate upper-air circulation also persists over the Comorin area and the southeast Arabian Sea. Under the influence of these systems, Chennai is likely to receive light to moderate rain with thunderstorms and lightning on Sunday. Heavy rain is likely at isolated places over Kanniyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi and Ramanathapuram districts till Tuesday. A similar forecast has been issued for Tenkas i , Virudhunagar, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai and Karaikal on Sunday and Monday. Madurai, Sivaganga, Cuddalore, Ariyalur, Kallakurichi districts and Puducherry are likely to receive heavy rain only on Sunday. The maximum temperature is expected to be around 31-32C and the minimum around 25C. Erode recorded the highest maximum temperature of 34.2C in the state, while Karur Paramathi logged the lowest minimum temperature of 19C in the plains.
This recent rescue from Oliver Road in Mylapore highlights the fact that Chestnut winged cuckoo, a passage migrant in Chennai, often bumbles its way around in urban spaces, ending up in a distressful situation, pecked by crows and in the recent case, bitten by a dog. Ornithologist V. Santharam narrates a string of such events from 1980s. The old question that is being asked again: how much of a passage migrant is the Chestnut winged cuckoo?
Wells have gone dry and dust forms a thick coat over nearly every surface in the once sylvan landscape of Uthiramerurin Kancheepuram; quarries and stone crushing units are slowly eroding quality of life and leaving the residents in a belt of 60 villages in distress. DeepaH. Ramakrishnanand Geetha Srimathirecord the tragic transformation of Uthiramerur
Breathe again: Grief retreats provide transformational journeys
Grief retreats are emerging as a sanctuary for Indians navigating loss, offering a quiet space for healing away from daily distractions. These centres, often nestled in scenic locations, provide tailored therapy, mindfulness, and communal support, helping individuals process bereavement, breakups, and other traumas. The focus is on slow recovery and inward reflection, fostering a path towards renewed life.
Chennai Metro Rail floats tenders for 28 six coach trains
Each train can carry 1,500 passengers per trip, but the trains will arrive only by 2028
GCC plans 14.03 crore project to erect 3D and stainless-steel shelters across Chennai
Chennai Press Club ties up with private firm to distribute raincoats to journalists
Autorickshaw driver dies after tree falls on vehicle
Doctors raise concern over posts earmarked for Specific Learning Disability candidates
EPS seeks action against DMK man accused of sexual assault
Baby girl abandoned on Alappuzha express train rescued by RPF
Govt declares 38 panchayats in Cuddalore district as part of Cauvery delta region
HC asks police for report in Joy Crizildaa case
HC orders water treatment plant in Tambaram Corpn
City to get light rain for next 3 days
Tasmac staff to protest in Dec
Heavy vehicles flout entry bar, pose risk to city road-users
SMAT: Sanju Samson to lead Kerala; Vignesh Puthur also there
Sanju Samson will lead Kerala in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025/26, commencing November 26 in Lucknow. The team's departure is set for November 22. This appointment follows Samson's high-profile trade to Chennai Super Kings and his recent Asia Cup T20 success, as he prepares for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.
Sanju Samson Included In Kerala Senior Team For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
BCCI Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: India white-ball player Sanju Samson will lead the Kerala senior men's cricket team in the BCCI Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025/26 (Elite Group-A, League Stage) cricket tournament to be played at Lucknow from November 26 to December 8, 2025. The Kerala Cricket Association informed in a release that Sanju Samson will be the captain of the squad, which will leave for Lucknow on November 22, 2025, from Indore. Samson, who recently joined five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings from Rajasthan Royals in a trade that involved Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran going the other way in the biggest trade this season, was part of the Indian squad at the recent Asia Cup T20 that India won in the UAE a few months back. Samson will be hoping to maintain his recent form ahead of the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The squad coached by former India batter Amay Khurasiya also includes Vignesh Puthur, who was recently released by the Mumbai Indians. Also among other prominent players are Mohammed Azharuddeen M and Rohan S Kunnummal. The Kerala squad: Sanju V Samson (C)(WK), Rohan S Kunnummal, Mohammed Azharuddeen M (WK), Ahammed Imran (VC), Vishnu Vinod (WK), Nidheesh M.D, Asif KM, Akhil Scaria, Biju Narayanan N., Ankit Sharma, Krishna Devan R.J, Abdul Bazith P.A, Sharafuddeen N.M, Sibin P Gireesh, Krishna Prasad, Saly V Samson, Vignesh Puthur, Salman Nizar. Sanju V Samson (C)(WK), Rohan S Kunnummal, Mohammed Azharuddeen M (WK), Ahammed Imran (VC), Vishnu Vinod (WK), Nidheesh M.D, Asif KM, Akhil Scaria, Biju Narayanan N., Ankit Sharma, Krishna Devan R.J, Abdul Bazith P.A, Sharafuddeen N.M, Also Read: Live Cricket Score P Prasanth - Chairman of the Selection Committee will accompany the team. Article Source: IANS
Are you sure you do not want posters?
This view cutter onGNChettyRoad in T. Nagar exhorts people not to sully it by pasting posters; a paper here and a paper there might actually do great service, not disservice to this view cutter which has been allowed to slide into unseemliness
Defeating poverty on thekabaddicourt
A school in Ashok Nagar is empowering girls by supporting them in the pursuit of excellence in this sport
No paidpublic toilets in Chennai
A No Fee Zone board will be installed at toilets run by Greater Chennai Corporation
Tambaram City Police Commissioner holds meet to strengthen drug-free initiatives
Partial cancellation of Chennai-bound trains on November 23
Couple arrested for duping man of 28 lakh with promise of Railways job
After Rs 18 crore trade to CSK, Sanju Samson drops massive MS Dhoni remark: 'Want to support him'
Sanju Samson sparked massive buzz after joining CSK with a sensational remark on MS Dhoni, saying he wants to support him in every way possible. His statement instantly went viral, igniting excitement among Chennai fans as anticipation grows for the duo's on-field partnership.
Suspect shot in leg after attacking policeman during Mouli murder case arrest attempt
A 21-year-old rowdy, involved in a recent murder, was shot in the leg by police while attempting to flee after allegedly attacking a constable. The suspect was apprehended near the Indira Nagar MRTS railway station. Two other individuals have also been arrested in connection with the murder of a history-sheeter, with ongoing searches for remaining suspects.
15-year-old boy apprehended for sexually harassing woman in Chennai
The boy was released after being produced before the Juvenile Justice Board
Chennai: Suspect shot in leg after attacking policeman during Mouli murder case arrest attempt
A 21-year-old rowdy, involved in a recent murder, was shot in the leg by police while attempting to flee after allegedly attacking a constable. The suspect was apprehended near the Indira Nagar MRTS railway station. Two other individuals have also been arrested in connection with the murder of a history-sheeter.
Chennai Corporation extends deadline for licensing of pet dogs and cats by two weeks
After demands from residents to extend the deadline, the civic body on Friday (November 21) announced the extension until December 7.
9-month-old girl found abandoned on AlappuzhaChennai Express; RPF rescues infant
A nine-month-old baby girl was found abandoned on the Alappuzha Chennai Express. Railway Protection Force personnel rescued the infant upon the train's arrival at Chennai Central. The baby appeared healthy and was handed over to the Child Help Desk for care. Efforts are underway to locate the parents and understand the circumstances.
Have studied Islam and Hinduism. I am a fan of: AR Rahman
Mumbai: Renowned music composer and singer AR Rahman, globally known as the Mozart of Madras, has once again sparked meaningful conversations about faith and humanity. Born as Dileep Kumar in Chennai in 1967, Rahman embraced Islam along with his family after the death of his father, music composer RK Shekhar. His conversion happened just before Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kamal Haasan condoles death of IAF pilot Namansh Syal killed in crash at Dubai Air Show
Chennai: Well known actor, producer and politician Kamal Haasan on Saturday said he was deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Wing Commander Namansh Syal, who died after his fighter jet crashed during a demonstration at the Dubai Air Show. Taking to his X timeline to pen a post of condolence, actor Kamal Haasan wrote, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
TVK chief Vijay to resume public engagement with indoor, limited-access meet in Kancheepuram
He will address supporters in Kancheepuram district at 11 a.m. on Sunday; the meeting which comes nearly two months after the Karur stampede will be held indoors, and entry will be restricted to 2,000 registered participants
U.S. FDA issues seven observations to Natco Pharmas Chennai plant
The U.S. FDA had conducted an inspection at the API manufacturing plant in Manali, Chennai, from November 17-21
Nine-month-old baby girl abandonedin express train rescued at Chennai Central
Despite a thorough search of all coaches, the parents could not be traced; further efforts to identify them are under way
Nine-month-old baby girl abandonedon express train rescued at Chennai Central
Despite a thorough search of all coaches, the parents could not be traced; further efforts to identify them are under way
Chennai police arrest murder suspect after shooting him in the leg near Indira Nagar MRTS station
The suspect, Vijayakumar, 21, was tracked down by a special team while they were searching for suspects involved in the murder of Mouli, another history-sheeter
Established under a strategic collaboration between Starbucks Coffee Company & Tata Starbucks, the FSP aims to empower 10,000 Indian coffee farmers by 2030 Starbucks will open its 500th coffeehouse in India this week in Delhi NCR a Starbucks Reserve location offering a premium and immersive coffee experience Reaffirming its long-term commitment to India, and its plans to deepen its coffee leadership in the market, Starbucks Coffee Company today announced the establishment of a Farmer Support Partnership (FSP). In collaboration with Tata Starbucks Private Limited, the FSP will connect local agronomists and farmers to global farming best practices through open-source agronomy. Starbucks Coffee Company and Tata Starbucks re-affirm coffee leadership and announce a Farmer Support Partnership (FSP) to strengthen the coffee value chain from Bean to Cup Strengthening Indias coffee value chain from bean to cup Starbucks Coffee Trading Company, SARL (SCTC), Starbucks global procurement and trading subsidiary, will collaborate closely with Tata Starbucks to empower 10,000 farmers by 2030. The FSP based in Karnataka will combine Tata Starbucks deep local knowledge, Indias coffee-growing heritage, and decades of Starbucks global agronomy expertise. It will support farmers from Indias key coffee growing states including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala to strengthen connections with Starbucks global network, drive innovation, and share best practices in farming and sustainability to ensure a sustainable future for India coffee. The FSP will set up technical model farms in partnership with farmers in India, incorporating global learnings, to embed best practices in coffee agronomy and test sustainable solutions. The FSP in India will serve as a hub for testing new varietals, provide knowledge on innovative farming techniques aligned to Indian practices and conditions, and share insights about other agroforestry initiatives to improve coffee quality, productivity and climate resiliency. The goal is to build upon traditional methods to help farmers improve both the quality of their crops and their profitability. The FSP will work closely with existing centers of excellence within the Starbucks global network. This includes partnering with Farmer Support Centers (FSC) in coffee-growing regions around the world, where agronomists collaborate directly with farmers on research, and learning from existing model farms within Starbucks supply chain. This network includes FSCs in the APAC region in North Sumatra, Indonesia and Yunnan, China and Hacienda Alsacia in Costa Rica, Starbucks first company-operated coffee farm and headquarters to the Starbucks Costa Rica Farmer Support Center and Starbucks Global Research and Development team. Through the FSP, Indian farmers will also benefit from Starbucks 2026 global digital training tools, which will offer detailed online modules on agronomy, coffee quality, and C.A.F.E. (Coffee and Farmer Equity) practices to foster ethical sourcing and ultimately enhance productivity and sustainability. It will also educate farmers about Regen-Ag (regenerative agriculture) practices and methods to reduce carbon, water, and waste footprints, and contribute to agroforestry and social development initiatives. The FSP will develop projects across the key Starbucks commitments of unlocking coffee productivity, increasing farm profitability and building climate resiliency over the next 5 years. To build capability and strengthen Indias entire coffee value chain, Tata Starbucks will also donate one million high-yield variety Arabica seedlings to farmers over the next five years. During his visit to India this week, Brian Niccol, chairman and chief executive officer of Starbucks said, India is one of our fastest-growing markets. Were partnering with Tata to shape the future of coffee in India, including supporting farmers, empowering communities, and delivering the highest quality offerings to our customers. Its a long-term commitment to build a stronger, more sustainable coffee ecosystem that benefits everyone, from bean to cup . Sunil D'Souza, Managing Director & CEO at Tata Consumer Products said, Through the past decade, together, Tata Consumer Products and Starbucks, have helped shape Indias thriving coffee culture and industry. With this new initiative, we are pleased to pair Starbucks global agronomy expertise with Tatas footprint in India to drive tangible impact and pave the way for the future of responsible coffee farming in India . Re-affirming Starbucks coffee leadership through differentiated and elevated experiences Since its inception in 2012 as a joint venture between Starbucks Coffee Company and Tata Consumer Products, Tata Starbucks has been dedicated to delivering the unique Starbucks Experience to customers in India. This has set the stage for Indias ever evolving and dynamic coffee culture. This week, Tata Starbucks will celebrate the opening of its 500th coffeehouse in India, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey and reaffirming its long-term commitment to the market. As one of Starbucks fastest-growing international markets, India remains central to the companys plans for strategic and sustainable expansion, with continued focus on job creation and meaningful development opportunities for its partners (employees). The 500th coffeehouse will be the second location to offer a Starbucks Reserve coffee experience in Delhi NCR, engaging coffee enthusiasts with an immersive experience that showcases Starbucks coffee craft, heritage, and storytelling. The coffeehouse and its Starbucks Reserve experience underscore Tata Starbucks commitment to elevating Indias coffee craftsmanship through elevated store design, handcrafted beverages, and locally inspired innovations. As part of the global strategy to make Starbucks a welcoming coffeehouse where people gather to enjoy the finest coffee handcrafted by skilled baristas, Tata Starbucks will continue to focus on creating a differentiated and elevated coffee forward experience in India. It invites customers to experience the full flavor profile it offers - serving the worlds finest coffee and elevated offerings in a welcoming coffeehouse environment that has made it a beloved part of Indias coffee landscape. Sushant Dash, chief executive officer of Tata Starbucks said, As the largest specialty coffee player in India, we are proud to bring the Farmer Support Partnership in collaboration with SCTC, a meaningful step toward strengthening Indias coffee-growing community and securing the future of high-quality Arabica. Our commitment to India extends beyond growth, to investing in farmers, partners (employees) and customers to continue building a vibrant coffee culture. We will continue to serve the finest Arabica coffee from India and around the world, brought to life through the warm, welcoming third place experience that defines Starbucks . About Starbucks Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting high-quality arabica coffee. Today, with more than 40,000 stores worldwide, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at about.starbucks.com or starbucks.com . About Tata Starbucks Private Limited Starbucks entered the Indian market in October 2012 through a 50/50 Joint Venture with Tata Consumer Products Limited and currently operates more than 497 stores in India across 81 cities, Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Alibaug, Amritsar, Anand, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Bhatinda, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Calicut, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Faridabad, Gandhinagar, Ghaziabad, Goa, Guntur, Gurgaon, Guwahati, Gwalior Haridwar, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Indore, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Kochi, Kolhapur, Kolkata, Lonavala, Lucknow, Ludhiana, Mangalore, Meerut, Mumbai, Mussoorie, Mysore, Nagpur, Nashik, New Delhi, Noida, Pathankot, Patiala, Pondicherry, Pune, Raipur, Siliguri, Sonipat, Surat, Thrissur, Trivandrum, Udaipur, Vadodara, Vapi, Varanasi, Vijayawada, Varanasi and Vizag are cities in India. through a network of over 4,437 passionate partners (employees). Starbucks stores are operated by the joint venture, Tata Starbucks Private Limited, and branded as Starbucks Coffee - A TATA Alliance.
MBA graduate, two others held in drug case; cash, SUV confiscated
CHENNAI: Three men, including a London-educated MBA graduate, were arrested by the Anti-Narcotics Intelligence Unit (ANIU) and the Thirumangalam police on Thursday in a drug case. The police seized Rs. 27.5 lakh in cash, a car, OG ganja, and multiple mobile phones during the operation. According to the police, the arrests came after ANIU teams tracked down the absconding suspects based on earlier intelligence. The accused have been identified as Sarath (30), the MBA graduate and the Managing Director of a furniture firm in Vanagaram; Srinivasan (27), a B.Com, LL.B graduate who was allegedly carrying around 10 grams of OG ganja; and Sarbudheen Mohammad Masthan (44), from whose vehicle the cash, phones and SUV were recovered. Sarbudheen worked as a manager for a popular actor many years ago, the police said. The probe began on Wednesday when police detained Dhyaneshwaran (26) at Park Road in Thirumangalam with four LSD stamps. His interrogation reportedly revealed a wider network of distribution, leading to Thursdays arrests. On Thursday evening, the police detained two other men from the social media management company who were let go after an inquiry. AIADMK on Thursday night had alleged that the two men were illegally taken into custody by plainclothes policemen.
Chennai court convicts three Bawaria gang members in 2005 MLA murder case
CHENNAI: A Chennai City Sessions Court on Friday convicted three members of the notorious Bawaria gang for the brazen murder of the then Gummidipoondi MLA from AIADMK K Sudarsanam at his Thanakulam house in Tiruvallur over twenty years ago on January 8, 2005. The three Jagadish alias Gunna and Rakesh alias Guddu of Haryana and Ashok alias Laxman of Rajasthan were convicted for dacoity and murder. The sentencing for the three and the verdict on the fourth accused standing trial Jaildar Singh alias Lalimaster will be pronounced on Monday. Two more men accused in the case had died earlier in prison. Sudarsanam, aged 57, who had also served as the Minister for Backward Classes Welfare in 2002, was killed in his house in the armed gang attacked with guns before daybreak on January 8. The gang managed to escape with jewels. Some of the MLAs kin were also injured. A special team of police, headed by IPS officer SR Jangid (now retired), was tasked with nabbing the accused involved in the case. The team discovered that the Bawaria gang was involved in a series of robberies and dacoities along the highways in Tamil Nadu and even neighbouring states between 1995 and 2005.
Low-pressure over Bay of Bengal may bring heavy rain to Tamil Nadu from today
CHENNAI: A developing weather system over the Bay of Bengal is likely to influence Tamil Nadus rainfall pattern over the coming week, even as the northeast monsoon continues to underperform this November. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) said an upper air cyclonic circulation over the Strait of Malacca is expected to develop into a low-pressure area over the southeast Bay later on Saturday. The system may intensify into a depression over the central south Bay by November 24 and could strengthen further while moving west-northwest. Heavy rainfall is likely across coastal and southern districts till November 24. The IMD has issued rain alerts for Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, Tenkasi, Ramanathapuram, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Cuddalore, Pudukkottai and Karaikal on different days. Weather bloggers, however, warn that the impact depends heavily on the systems point of genesis. Blogger K Srikanth said the narrow 200-km stretch near Sumatra often determines whether a system curves towards TN or not. Blogger Pradeep John said that November may end as one of the driest in recent years. Chennai is expected to see partly cloudy skies with light to moderate rain.
Six-member gang hacks youth to death near Mandaveli railway station
CHENNAI: A 24-year-old was hacked to death at Mandaveli near Mylapore on Thursday morning, causing panic among residents and passers-by. Police have arrested three men in connection with the murder. According to the Abhiramapuram police, the deceased, Mauli, was living in the Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board quarters on Subbarayan Street. He had more than four cases pending against him. Around 11 am, Mauli was walking near the Mandaveli railway station when a group of six men on two motorcycles intercepted him, and attacked him with knives, the police said. Mauli attempted to escape, running down the street, but the gang chased him and continued striking him until he collapsed. The gang then fled. The police reached the spot and shifted the severely injured Mauli to Royapettah Government Hospital. Despite intensive treatment, he died on Thursday. A case has been registered, and special teams have been formed to trace the attackers. On Friday evening, the police nabbed Gautham (19) and Vijayakumar (21), two history sheeters, and Nirajan (19). A preliminary investigation revealed that one of the motives is suspected to be an alleged relationship between Ranjith and the elder sister of one the accused men. Further probe is under way. Four arrested for murdering youth Chennai: Four persons have been arrested in connection with the murder of Ranjith (24) near Minjur, after his body was found in a bushy patch near a private company at Thottakkadu on Thursday. According to the Minjur police, the arrested men are Vishal (23), a history-sheeter; Naveen Raj (27); Vignesh (18); and Dinesh (29). Police said one of them is the cousin of the young woman linked to the case, while the others are from her native. Ranjith, who worked at the port on contract, lived in the same area. He had also been visiting the Minjur police station regularly to sign in as part of bail conditions in an earlier case. Investigators said the killing stemmed from a personal dispute. Ranjith had reportedly been in a relationship with a young woman but refused to marry her. The woman later died by suicide, following which her brother and associates allegedly murdered Ranjith in retaliation. Police are investigating whether any other motives were involved.
Sanitation workers fasting in Chennai say no representatives has come for talks
CHENNAI: The indefinite hunger strike by four sanitary workers entered its fifth day on Friday, with the protesters again demanding the direct intervention of CM MK Stalin to ensure their reinstatement of jobs directly under the GCC. Despite their fast continuing since November 17, the workers allege no representative from the government or the civic body has met them or their association for talks. Geetha J (39), one of the protesters, said they have begun experiencing frequent giddiness but have refused the tablets suggested by doctors. All we want is someone from the government to come and address our demands. Without jobs, we have no money, and our children are going hungry. We have worked with the GCC for 10-15 years. How can they just ignore us like this? she said.
A book influencer's journey through pages and stories
From a balcony in Assagao, the morning air carries the mingled scents of wet leaves and coastal sunblock. Scooters pause at the bend below, their riders drifting in and out of view as if they were characters stepping on and off a stage. On the railing, a pale paperback lies open, The Female Brain by Louann Brizendine, its pages ruffling every time a breeze pushes through. This is where we find Ananthi Iyappan, one of Tamil Nadus most recognisable book voices, reading with one eye on the text and the other on the quiet theatre of people loitering around in their own world, as she puts it. I have always been fascinated with how our brain shapes or shades the world, she says. Ananthis journey began long before her YouTube numbers rose. She started out as a radio jockey, talking into a mic with that unmistakable expressive energy shes known for. I love to talk, sing, dance, she says. But radio also made her aware of what drained her. Talking about things that didnt excite her started feeling like using the wrong fuel. A shift arrived through a morning infotainment show where she interviewed experts from across fields. Those conversations stretched her curiosity. The experience significantly broadened my interests, she says. It aligned her toward the person she would become someone driven by deeper, wider subjects. The Book Show, her YouTube channel, grew in the way real communities do. The growth has been super organic, she says. The defining moments werent the viral videos or the brand recognitions, though becoming Amazons Popular Choice Book Influencer for 2025 sits prominently on her list. What truly moved her were private exchanges followers who wrote to say her videos had accompanied them through hard weeks, shifted their perspective, or simply added company to lonely commutes. The one-on-one conversations with my followers truly sustain this journey with the necessary zest, she says. It begins with a book Her earliest milestone is a night of doubt before releasing her review of Kamasutra . She had always been accepting of celebrated works, but something changed. She read the book closely, felt disturbed by many parts, and chose honesty over popularity. Once it was out, I found my tribe. Later came my reviews of even some award-winning books that are still celebrated in the literary circle, but again, I dared to call them out on their misogynistic writings and objectifications of women. All the milestones that are close to my heart are those when I had shut down the voice of the world and strengthened my own, she says. Ananthi wasnt a child reader but a storyteller. Her mother read school stories aloud to her, friends read textbooks while she absorbed concepts through listening. She revised by teaching imaginary audiences. The instinct stayed dormant until college, when she picked up books to keep her storytelling alive. The image of her studying by speaking to lifeless chairs makes perfect sense now. The impulse to communicate shaped her entire reading life. Her present-day reading routine has the texture of everyday domesticity. She tries to read at least two hours a day, but without self-punishment. Cats wander around her, offering the kind of interruptions that soften the mind. They calm me down, she says. Sunlight is essential she prefers it over electrical lights so her books often sit open next to windows, curtains shifting, fur drifting in the air. On busy weeks, she switches to audiobooks, listening while painting or doing needlework. Movement, she has learned, keeps her attention steady. That kind of balance gets harder when reading for review collides with personal taste. Ananthi enjoys unpopular books, but her audience gravitates to the trending ones. Some popular books she reads quickly just to keep pace, others she reads slowly to deliver something thoughtful. Fiction is another story; she loves it, even though it doesnt perform well on her channel. I still continue to read fiction for my own pleasure, she says. She hopes her audience will see more of who she is through those videos. A journey in genres When asked about Tamil books for beginners, she reaches immediately for short story collections texts that offer completeness within a chapter. She recommends Vedikkai Parpavan and Aniladum Mundril by Na Muthukumar for their poetic simplicity, Aram by Jeyamohan for its portraits of inspiring people, Marakkave Ninaikiren by Maari Selvaraj for its empathy-driven narratives, and Vattiyum Mudhalum by Raju Murugan for its sketches of everyday lives. She emphasises pacing; beginners can enter these books gently, feeling accomplished with each finished story. Feminism is inevitably woven into her reading. Being a woman, feminist themes are unavoidable, she says. She recommends Chimamanda Ngozi Adichies We Should All Be Feminists as a clear entry point, and Tara Kaushals Why Men Rape as a stark exploration of patriarchal conditioning. Ananthi believes awareness is essential not only for resisting exploitation but for understanding how acceptance and social conditioning uphold patriarchal structures. In an era of algorithms and isolated reading, she organises reading retreats that allow people to meet others who have read the same book or hold different interpretations. Ananthi struggles to choose one unforgettable moment, but offers an image instead a night under a star-lit sky, backwaters flirting with mangroves, people discussing characters who have stayed with them. It usually feels like a different world altogether. In-person reading and discussion shall help understand people have healthy and conflicting opinions. Also, it is a great opportunity to get book recommendations not driven by trends or algorithms, she says. Her favourite quotes reveal the philosophy behind her work. Quotes from Thich Nhat Hanh keep her grounded reminders to walk lightly, to see everyday existence as miraculous. She also quotes Fredrik Backmans A Man Called Ove where he writes about how imperfections are personal and how we fall in love with the idiosyncrasies of the people we live with. To love someone is like moving into a house. At first you fall in love with everything new, you wonder every morning that this is one's own, as if they are afraid that someone will suddenly come tumbling through the door and say that there has been a serious mistake and that it simply was not meant to live so fine. But as the years go by, the facade worn, the wood cracks here and there, and you start to love this house not so much for all the ways it is perfect in that for all the ways it is not. You become familiar with all its nooks and crannies. How to avoid that the key gets stuck in the lock if it is cold outside. Which floorboards have some give when you step on them, and exactly how to open the doors for them not to creak. That's it, all the little secrets that make it your home. Her favourite lines stay with her, reminding her to be mindful and find meaning in the imperfect edges of life. Maybe that's the message she leaves us with too. Building a habit of reading isnt a mark of superiority, but an exercise that makes you more creative and mindful. Ananthi, through her social media accounts, is simply reminding us to pick up a book, to flip through the pages and find quotes that resonate with you. She encourages us not to perform reading for the world, but to break the limitations that we have set upon ourselves.
Rs 7 cr ATM cash van heist: Bengaluru police crack case, recover over 5 cr, arrest cop
BENGALURU: The South division police investigating the Rs 7.11 crore broad daylight heist have reportedly made a breakthrough by recovering more than Rs 5 crore in cash of the Rs 7.11 crore robbed. The police recovered the money from Chennai and also Andhra Pradesh. A police constable attached to the citys East division, who is said to be the mastermind, and a former employee of the Cash Management Services (CMS) from Kerala have reportedly been arrested. Both close friends, they had been hatching the plot for the last six months after the latter quit CMS. The police are said to have also arrested three others for providing logistical support. The police have also zeroed in on two brothers, said to be kingpins in the incident. The brothers, sons of an ex-serviceman, are from Chittoor in Andhra Pradesh, and were working in the city. The police, based on the CCTV footage, have identified five robbers who are said to be habitual offenders involved in similar cases. The police are also questioning over 30 suspects. Cop made route map, friend gave inside info The role of the constable and his friend came to light when the police officers started checking the mobile phone details of past employees of CMS. Both had exchanged several calls during the robbery. The former CMS staff was interrogated and he reportedly spilled the beans about their involvement in the heist. The police, who knew the criminal past of the constable, took him in for questioning on Thursday evening. The constable reportedly made the route map, while his friend provided inside information of CMS and the safety features of a Cash-In-Transit-Vehicle (CITV). The constable picked a few youth from Banaswadi to carry out the heist. The constable, who was on patrolling duty, had seen a Swift car parked inside a house and used its registration number for the Innova SUV used in the heist. The constable had a criminal past and had been arrested in one of the crimes committed on the citys outskirts earlier. During his custody, he had spoken to a few criminals inside the prison and became friends with them. The police suspect the involvement of some criminals who are in jail. A team of police officers visited the Bengaluru Central Prison in Parappana Agrahara. The two brothers are from Gudipala in Chittoor, the same place the SUV was found. They had kept in touch with the cop, while they were working in Bengaluru. Home Minister G Parameshwara said the police have got vital information, but he did not want to reveal it in public as it would alert the criminals. He said a time limit cannot be fixed in such cases.
Former TDB chief Padmakumar conspired in Sabarimala gold theft, says SIT report
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Former Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) president and senior CPM leader A Padmakumar played a direct role in the alleged gold theft at Sabarimala by conspiring with the co-accused, the police remand report filed before the Kollam vigilance court says. Padmakumar, who was TDB president when the alleged offence took place, was arrested on Thursday after hours-long interrogation. The remand report, details of which were accessed by the TNIE , said Padmakumar ignored guidelines, which barred the displacement of temple wealth, and connived with the co-accused to move the gold-clad sheets to Chennai on the pretext of repair. He also identified gold-clad copper sheets as copper sheets in the agenda notice of the board meeting held in March 2019. This, the report said, was done deliberately to ensure first accused, Unnikrishnan Potti got hold of the gold sheets without hindrance to carry out the pilferage. SIT searches Padmakumars house, to seek custody today The report added it was on Padmakumars insistence that then TDB secretary S Jayashree issued an order sanctioning Potti to receive the gold-clad sheets. When the sheets were brought back from Chennai, Padmakumar did not examine the artefacts to ascertain their condition, which was a lapse on his part, it said. Meanwhile, the SIT probing the case searched Padmakumars ancestral home in Aranmula on Friday afternoon. The seven-member team aimed at recovering crucial documents linked to the crime. The team will seek Padmakumars custody on Monday. The co-accused in the case had told the SIT that Padmakumar took the final call on moving the artefacts from the temple to Chennai. He had denied the allegations and told the probe team that the subterfuge was the handiwork of TDB staff. The SIT had earlier arrested former TDB president N Vasu, former Sabarimala administrative officer Murari Babu, former Sabarimala executive officer Sudheesh Kumar, middleman Unnikrishnan Potti and former Thiruvabharanam Commissioner K S Biju in connection with the case.
Movement Is Medicine: How Gentle Exercise Keeps Arthritic Joints Young
Arthritis, which is the wear and tear of the joints, is a condition that affects millions, especially the elderly. Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling are the typical signs of this condition, and it slowly affects daily activities. However, within this chronic condition lies an often-overlooked treatment approach focussed on movement. Contemporary medicine highlights that habitual, gentle exercise is not only a lifestyle for people with arthritis but a natural therapy. It supports the idea of movement as medicine, which notes that joints should be active. When arthritis affects people, they slow down since they fear that any action will cause more pain or worsen joint degeneration. But, immobility can speed up stiffness and muscle weakening. Joints are meant to be moved, and movement encourages better blood circulation, nourishes the cartilage, and lubricates the spaces with synovial fluid. Staying active at a low intensity increases circulation of this fluid, acting like oil in a machine to keep joints lubricated and reduce pain due to friction. Physiotherapy is the key in this science-based treatment of arthritis. Under the guidance of prescribed exercises, customised rehabilitation protocols are designed for neighbouring muscles that stabilise the targeted joints. Strong muscles behave like shock absorbers, redistributing load and decreasing direct pressure on the joint surfaces. Not only does this decrease pain, but it also prevents further degeneration. Basic range-of-motion exercises, stretching, and resistance training with professional supervision can greatly improve flexibility and restore lost mobility. Physiotherapy also focusses on the correction of posture and gait, which is critical in avoiding uneven stress on weight-bearing joints like the hips and knees. Exercise is a holistic adjunct to medical treatment of arthritis. With controlled breathing, mindfulness, and gentle stretching, yoga provides both physical and psychological relief. Yoga also tones the muscles. Low-impact exercises like swimming, cycling, and fast walking are equally essential for arthritis care. Therapies like hydrotherapy, for example, enable patients to exercise freely with little strain since water buoyancy carries body weight, lessening joint pressure. Cycling also encourages the smooth movement of joints and builds leg muscle without the jarring impact of running. Even ordinary daily walks can preserve bone density, enhance circulation, and ward off stiffness if done on a routine basis and at a leisurely pace. Gentle and regular exercise keeps the joints young by maintaining their health and avoiding further harm. Under the direction of physiotherapists and by incorporating yoga and low-impact exercises into daily life, patients suffering from arthritis can regain mobility. Ultimately, movement is medicine for arthritic joints. It transforms pain into possibility, stiffness into strength, and immobility into motion. By doing gentle exercise as part of daily life, people living with arthritis can improve their condition. by Dr S Sundar, tumour, joint replacement and pelvic acetabular surgeon, VS Hospitals, Chennai.
GCC extends deadline for microchipping, but ordeals continue
At 7.50 am on Friday, peoples patience outside the ABC centre in Pulianthope was as thin as the two-foot-wide sidewalk where they had been standing for over an hour. Pet parents held their dogs close, some lifted in their arms, others kept on short, tense leashes. The previous nights showers had left the pavement damp, and every dog on the sidewalk carried a muddy imprint on its hind legs and back, picked up as they shifted about at the sight of onlookers and other pets. Nearly 60 people queued up, some with one, others with as many as four pets, waiting for the mandatory microchipping ordered by the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC). Around 8.10 am, the crowd and their pets spilled onto the road outside the closed gates of the centre. With heavy vehicles rumbling past, some dogs even risked darting into traffic as they nervously backed away from the crowd. Their owners could be heard consoling and reassuring their frightened companions as they pulled them away from the road, back to the crowded sidewalk. As of Friday morning, the deadline for micro-chipping pets was two days away, and each hour became a struggle marked by long queues at the limited number of ABC centres in the city. But by the evening, the GCC issued an announcement extending the deadline to December 7. While this has come as a relief for several pet parents, the ordeals over the past few days cannot be brushed away. Overcoming troubles Radha from Vyasarpadi was among the first ten people in line on Friday, with her indie pet dog. I came yesterday around 11 am, and they sent me back saying that the tokens were over. So I came by 6 am today, but there were already a few people standing in line, she said. Another pet parent, Ranganayagi, rued, I have come here for the third day in a row. On the first day, I came at around 10 am, and they said the tokens were over. The next day, around 9 am, it was very crowded. Today I came at 7 am, and hopefully, I will get my Rukku [a brown indie] micro-chipped. For many women like Ranganayagi, getting to the centre so early is difficult, for they shoulder the responsibility of packing lunch for their family and even dropping the kids off at schools. On Friday, Ranganayagi requested her neighbour to help send the children to school so she could make it in time. All for our Rukku madam, she smiled. For working women like Vashwini, an assistant professor from Thiruvottiyur who is a first-generation graduate, the problems are no less. With four rescued indies, she said, I cant afford to get the process done in private. They are charging Rs 1,500 per dog. But now I am struggling at ABC centres too because my senior dogs cant manage in these crowds. I just got Lakshmi and Rocky [both aged seven] today after taking a sick leave at work. I have to somehow bring Pooja and Brownie [aged 14 and 16 respectively] tomorrow. She noted that slapping a Rs 5,000 fine after allowing very little time isnt fair to the large pet-parent community in the city. Soon, raised voices emerged from the gate, which was now opening for only one person at a time, and their pet, as tokens were distributed. Over the next hour, the crowd slowly organised itself into a snaking, twisted queue inside the ABC centre. Some who arrived after 8.45 am, seeing the length of the queue, chose to leave resolute in getting their pets microchipped at private clinics instead while the others waited as the private clinic fees were too steep for them to manage. Among the latter was a woman with disability carrying a Pomeranian on her waist. Private clinics across the city are charging anywhere between Rs 800 and Rs 3,000 to microchip a pet, a price that also includes the veterinarians fee. However, an importer of these microchips told CE that the actual cost of a single microchip is only Rs 150-Rs 200, plus 18% GST. Since it has become mandatory, demand has shot up, and some vets are simply taking advantage of the situation, the supplier said, under the condition of anonymity, adding that charging Rs 500 just for an existing microchip reading is equally unjust. As microchipping is a Greater Chennai Corporation mandate, the local body is offering it free of cost, with only a Rs 50 registration fee. However, the core issue lies in the poor execution of the process, including the short deadline provided earlier. With the deadline extended, animal activist Antony Rubin also suggests increasing the number of centres to ease the crowds. GCC makes a move A senior GCC official told CE that since the civic body began offering free microchipping for pet dogs on October 8, a total of 65,422 registrations have been completed by pet owners on the GCC portal as of Friday, whereas the estimated population of pet dogs in the city is around one lakh. Of these registrations, the official said GCC has so far issued 24,477 pet licences. As per the procedure, once a pet is registered, the owner must ensure Anti-Rabies Vaccination (ARV) and microchipping are administered, following which the licence is granted based on verification. The official added that, though the registered number is more, delays in issuing the new license are due to the processes involved. The owners select the specific hospital and veterinarian either government or private from an updated statewide list from which they got the ARV for their pets. The designated veterinarian must then verify the breed and vaccination details using their login credentials before forwarding the application to the GCC. This verification step is causing some delays as it is in the hands of respective veterinarians, the official said. Acknowledging that the crowd remained heavy even on weekdays, with nearly 300 visitors per day at each of the seven ABC centres of GCC, the officer added that doctors from slaughterhouses are also being deployed after their shifts. On special drive days, four doctors are assigned to each pet clinic, while three are posted on regular weekdays. Yet, the lack of clarity continues, especially for those with pets. Although cats can also be microchipped, the current drive is largely focused on dogs, even while mandating pet licences for cats. The online portal has only added to the confusion. Many said that they are unable to reset passwords for their existing accounts, while others reported that the required fields do not accommodate indie cats. Some even claimed that the portal doesnt function properly on mobile phones, forcing them to use a laptop or computer. When too many people apply through the portal, automatically the system will be overwhelmed, and it tends to crash, Antony added, hoping such technical difficulties, too, will be addressed soon. What is a microchip? A microchip is a tiny electronic ID placed under a pets skin that stores a unique number linked to the owners details. These ICAR-approved chips follow international standards to ensure they can be read by scanners everywhere. Why is it necessary? It provides a reliable, tamper-proof way to identify pets, especially if they get lost, are stolen, or are abandoned. It enables faster reunification with owners through centralised databases. It also helps authorities track vaccination records, ownership, and population control, supporting safer and accountable pet management. Visit here Pet parents can visit ABC centres at Thiru Vi Ka Nagar, Pulianthope, Lloyds Colony, Nungambakkam, Kannammapet, Sholinganallur, and Meenambakkam for microchipping and anti-rabies vaccination between 8 am and 3 pm, every day.
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