Shivam Dube Replaces Injured Nitish Kumar Reddy For ODIs Against England
Nitish Kumar Reddy: Seam-bowling all-rounder Shivam Dube has been drafted into Indias squad as a replacement for injured Nitish Kumar Reddy for the upcoming three-match ODI series against England, starting on July 14 in Birmingham. Devajit Saikia, the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), said on Monday that Dube, currently in England for the five-match T20I series, will stay back for ODIs as Reddy continues to recover from a quadriceps injury. The Selection Committee has named Shivam Dube as a replacement for Nitish Kumar Reddy in Indias squad for the ODI series against England, said Saikia. Reddy sustained the injury during the third ODI against Afghanistan in Chennai, and a timeline for his return to competitive cricket is yet to be firmed up. Reddy's ongoing rehabilitation had previously ruled him out of the T20I series against Ireland and England, as well as the upcoming three-game series against Zimbabwe. Dube, a two-time T20 World Cup winner, has played four ODIs so far and amassed 43 runs while picking up one scalp. His last ODI game came against Sri Lanka at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo in August 2024. The Selection Committee has named Shivam Dube as a replacement for Nitish Kumar Reddy in Indias squad for the ODI series against England, said Saikia. Reddy sustained the injury during the third ODI against Afghanistan in Chennai, and a timeline for his return to competitive cricket is yet to be firmed up. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Indias updated ODI squad: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (Vice-Captain), KL Rahul (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Gurnoor Brar, and Shivam Dube Article Source: IANS
Madurai Hosts 6th Leg of Kauvery Hospital-TNSTC Veterans Tennis Tournament 2026
Around 125 players from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan participated in the tournament. A total prize money of Rs. 2 lakh was distributed among the winners, runners-up, and semi-finalists across all categories. The VIth Leg of the Kauvery Hospital-Tamil Nadu Senior Tennis Club (TNSTC) Veterans Tennis Tournament 2026 was held at the Madurai Union Club from June 26 to 28, featuring Singles and Doubles events across seven age categories (40+, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+, and 75+). Tennis Tournament Around 125 players from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan participated in the tournament, reflecting its growing popularity among veteran tennis players across the country. A total prize money of Rs. 2 lakh was distributed among the winners, runners-up, and semi-finalists across all categories. Trophies and Prize money were distributed by Mr. Jayaraman, Chairman, and Mr. N. Narayanasamy, Secretary, TNSTC. The tournament featured several accomplished veteran players who have represented India at the World Veterans Tennis Championships. They included Sanjay Kumar (Kerala) in the 60+ category, Suresh Murthati (Telangana) and Tulasiram (Karnataka) in the 70+ category, and Venkatachalam Swaminathan (Tamil Nadu) in the 75+ category. Sanjay Kumar and Venkatachalam Swaminathan have both captained the Indian team at the World Veterans Tennis Championships. One of the highlights of the tournament was the participation of two octogenarian players, Mr. R. Nagarajan and Mr. Shivamony Moorthy. In the singles events, Srikanth (40+), Ramesh S (50+), Srinivas Reddy (55+), Senthil Kumar (60+), V. Shankar (65+), Tulasiram (70+), and Venkatachalam Swaminathan (75+) emerged as champions in their respective categories. In the doubles events, Sathish Babu and M. Ramu (40+), Ramesh S and Sathish Babu (50+), Dinesh Thampi and Srinivas Reddy (55+), Sivakumar and Senthil Kumar (60+), Alapati Suresh and V. Shankar (65+), Tulasiram and Suresh Murthati (70+), and Venkatachalam Swaminathan and Veeramani K (75+) were the winners in their respective categories. TNSTC, one of the most active veteran tennis organisations in South India, has a membership of around 550 veteran players. The club conducts four non-ranking tournaments annually at Madurai, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli, and Chennai, providing veteran tennis enthusiasts with regular opportunities for competitive play and camaraderie. Kauvery Hospital played a key role in ensuring the health and safety of all participants. A dedicated medical team, supported by a fully equipped ambulance, remained on standby throughout the tournament to provide immediate medical assistance and first-aid support. The next leg of the Tamil Nadu Senior Tennis Club Veterans Tennis Tournament will be hosted in Tiruchirappalli during September 2026.
IAF Chetak helicopter makes emergency landing in Tamil Nadu
An Indian Air Force Chetak helicopter executed a safe emergency landing in a Chengalpattu agricultural field Monday morning due to a technical issue during a training flight. Pilots Vishal Bhaskar and a colleague skillfully landed the aircraft at Keerapakkam after detecting the snag. Following repairs by a recovery team from Tambaram Air Force Station, the helicopter successfully returned to base.
Polluted waterbodies, livelihood woes: Chennais coastal communities question blue economy projects
Several concerns were raised at the two-day public hearing organised by the Neithaliyal Collective in Ennore, where fishers and residents from Tiruvallur, Chennai, Chengalpattu, and Villupuram presented testimonies before a three-member panel
TVK challenges two provisions of T.N. governments SOP for political rallies before Madras High Court
Says, they amount to colourable exercise of power by the State government in order to stifle political activities of the petitioner party
Chennai Corporation completed work on more than 19,000 roads over five years
DMK hits out at Tamil Nadu govt over removal of Stalin's name from desalination project plaque
The DMK has strongly criticized the ruling TVK for allegedly removing a plaque bearing M K Stalin's name from a desalination project. This move escalates the political rivalry, with the DMK accusing the TVK of erasing their government's achievements. The project, crucial for Chennai's water supply, was commissioned by Stalin. Tensions are high following accusations of poaching legislators and a former DMK minister's arrest.
To Honour Growth & Welfare Commitments, TN Must Fix Revenue Leaks, Strengthen Governance, Reform PSUs, Rationalise Expenses
Plugging leakages can transform the states fiscal trajectory
Faceless assessments to boost revenue
Two college students killed in two separate road accidents near Tambaram
Ammonia gas removal operation at Tiruvallur factory to continue today
Mylapore Fine Arts Clubs drama festival inaugurated
GCC to levy 25,000 fine for violation of Solid Waste Management Rules
Currently, the Corporation collects a fine of 5,000 from bulk waste generators. It has set a 15-day deadline for them to register themselves on its portal; each district will constitute a special cell to monitor compliance with the rules
AI-powered tools can trace missing persons faster, with more accuracy, say experts
They can significantly improve speed and accuracy of investigations, especially when time is critical
VITChennai holds induction programme for law students
Commuters put to hardship as Southern Railway cancels 41 suburban services
Over 1.6 lakh teachers across Tamil Nadu appear for eligibility test paper-II
Registration of properties has become easy, says Minister
Lawyers should be sensitive, empathetic and effective people managers: Justice Devan Ramachandran
Tasmac to regularise services of 23,000 workers at retail end
TNRERA chairman Shiv Das Meena and two members resign
TNRERA chairperson Shiv Das Meena, two members resign
They were appointed during the previous DMK government
Pidari Ekaveeri: a fierce Goddess, a captivating smile, and Raja Rajas mother-in-laws grant
R. Kalaikovan of the Dr. Rajamanickanar Centre for Historical Research says the idols is the probably oldest identifiable Pidari image in Tamil Nadu. Although several inscriptions from the Chola period refer to Pidari deities, the corresponding images have rarely been identified, he adds
Car overturns in Royapettah; no casualties
Over 230 Irula families in Ariyalur find steady income through cashew harvesting initiative
The Tribal Welfare Department facilitated financial support for people from the Irula community to participate in public auctions for cashew plantations managed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Plantation Corporation Limited to enable them to directly participate in cashew cultivation and marketing
Ninth arrest in 35 crore bribery case
Cops uncover plot to kill rowdy; 4 Puzhal inmates moved
Four labourers killed in road accident
Tamil Nadu Government Faces November Deadline for Right to Services Act
Digitisation is only the first step. Tamil Nadu needs a law that makes timely delivery of public services a citizens right by default, not at an officials discretion
TVK unable to break DMK, hence levelling false charges: Udhayanidhi
Governor should probe horse trading charges if he has powers to do so, says Thiruma
Curtains fall on Chennais Theyagaraja Theatre as 500-crore redevelopment begins
Lakeside snack stall in Madipakkam bolstered by an indomitable spirit
Unmindful of their locomotor disabilities, couplePrabhuL. andPriyaPrabhuhave made bold business moves and their efforts have paid off, going by the patronage they enjoy inMadipakkam
Ammonia removal operations in Tiruvallur to continue today
EYE WASH - Encroachments return to T Nagar pedestrian plaza 24 hours after GCC drive
Universities, colleges to introduce up to 20% higher order thinking questions in exams this year
Six more CM co-working spaces to open soon
Watch: Inside CM C. Joseph Vijays new MLA office in Perambur
The refurbished MLA office of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay in Perambur is expected to open within two weeks. The Greater Chennai Corporation has also proposed several infrastructure projects for the constituency, ranging from mini stadiums and dialysis centres to smart schools, lakefront development and housing for low-income groups.
Suburban rail leaves thousands stranded
Railway officials said that track improvement work is mandatory for better passenger safety
A majority of departments are yet to upload G.O.s on the Tamil Nadu government website
Only five departments have hosted theirG.O.sissued in May and June on the website. The orders that are not available on the site pertain to the creation ofSingappenSpecial Force and the provision of 100 additional units of electricity to domestic consumers who use 500 units bi-monthly
Residents of Narasingapuram municipality demand bus shelters
A passenger said that on both sides of the Salem-Chennai road that passed via the municipality, people had to wait on roads for the buses to go towards Chennai or Salem
Udhayanidhi Stalin declared the DMK government a protective fortress for minorities, vowing to counter malicious political campaigns. He highlighted the party's enduring loyalty from minority communities, contrasting it with those who left. Udhayanidhi also praised the dedication of party stalwart 'Thuraimugam' Kaja, recounting his past gesture of sportsmanship towards M. Karunanidhi. The event underscored the DMK's commitment to minority welfare.
'DMK to remain protective fortress of Muslims, minorites': Udhayanidhi Stalin
Speaking at the wedding of the granddaughter of DMK headquarters secretary 'Thuraimugam' Kaja in Thiruverkadu, Chennai, Udhayanidhi said the party's bond with minority communities remained strong despite political attacks and campaigns aimed at creating divisions. Taking an apparent swipe at political rivals without naming anyone, he said, some people left us as soon as a sofa arrived.
Ticket Examiner Salma Begum asked the lawyer if she possessed a valid ticket, to which the lawyer replied that she had come to see off a friend. Then Salma Begum asked to see a platform ticket, but the lawyer did not have one
Man cleared in Pocso case after DNA test proves innocence
A 32-year-old man from Salem, wrongfully imprisoned for nearly two years on rape and impregnation charges, has been acquitted by a Pocso court. He refused bail, confident in his innocence. A crucial DNA test proved he was not the father of the child, leading to his release and allowing him to return to his village with his reputation restored. The court concluded he was falsely accused.
GSU- ni gitcham Joint Secretary gimaenga
TURA: Garo Students Union (GSU) Raksamgre-Western Zone ni gitcham Joint Secretary-Chankey Ch. Momin July 1 tarikoni gimaenga. Momin batanggimin June 29 tarikoni Tambaram, Chennai-ona kam amsandina reangengon New Bongaigaon Railway Station oni rel gari no. AZA48749242-o ripengska baksa songreangenba July 01 tariko, Andhra Pradesh ni Samalkot junction sokahaon ripengska baksa songreaoni ekgrika jaman Momin antangni []
Access to GCC playgrounds restricted forgovt.-aided schools in George Town
The GCC has decided to collect charges from schools for access to its playgroundsduring school hours; this has led to disruption of sports activities in schools in the congested neighbourhood
Over 59,000 teachers take up TET exam across Tamil Nadu
In September 2025, the Supreme Court had ruled that all teachers, except those with less than five years of service, must clear TET to continue in their jobs, with no exceptions even for promotion
Sai Kishore looks to take bad patch in his stride
Ethanol-blended petrol is safe to use: oil firm representatives
Priest arrested for stealing gold jewellery and silver articles from house
OTA unveils publicity displays at Nanganallur MetroStation
Field survey highlights wetlands significance amid reservoir debate
Its time for Tamil Nadu to segregate solid waste at source
Though the new Solid Waste Management Rules kicked in on April 1, 2026, there has been little awareness among residents of this momentous change in urban solid waste management. While most parts of the world have settled into a routine of segregation of waste at source, Tamil Nadu still packs a mixed garbage bag. This report looks at how the new Rules could impact source segregation in the State
60% of ammonia gas cleared from seafood factory in Tiruvallur
The operation was undertaken by the district administrationand a team of experts; work to remove the remaining gas will resume today
DVAC conducts surprise checks across Tamil Nadu
Over 46 kg of ganja, 100 kg of gutkha seized; 11 arrested in Avadi
Corporation begins desilting of lakes and canals in Chennai ahead of monsoon
Four injured as MTC buses collide near War Memorial
IIT Madras Pravartak aims to train 10 lakh students in AI in the next three years
Man arrested for murdering friend in drunken brawl
Shopkeeper accused of sexually harassing minor consumes poison
Woman poses as customer, steals gold at shop
Priest arrested for theft at dance teachers house
Mini-truck driver dies in crash at traffic signal
Cloud cover keeps daytime temperatures down, humidity up
Drug peddlers using juveniles in Kannagi Nagar nabbed
Person seeking separate Tamil nation will be seen as one with mental health issues: HC
Guv invites people to Lok Bhavan to share problems
Governor has authority to review Central schemes: Nainar
CMI to offer maths certificate courses to school teachers
DMK will bounce back after defeat: Stalin
The Parandur airport project was not part of the review as it will be discussed at a separate meeting, sources say
All roads of horse-trading leads to Lok Bhavan
DMK, AIADMK, BJP approach governor with allegations
Teen Makes A Splash With Ocean Cleanup
Chennai teen diver Thaaragai has removed over 7,000 kg of plastic waste from the ocean floor
City hosts major eye surgery conference
HC discharges former DMK MP from tree felling case
Tenkasi may be next Keeladi, a new dig suggests
Archaeologists find a brick stepwell that may date back by 2,500 years
Persistent night time heat defines Tamil Nadus second warmest June this decade
However, June 2019 remains the warmest June of the past decade, recording the highest maximum (35.4C) and minimum temperatures (25.3C)
More heart attacks treated, but deaths and costs climb too
Chennais Nelson Manickam Road choked by unregulated U-turns, encroachments and Tasmac crowds
Chennai surgeon attends Seychelles 50th Independence Day celebrations, meets PM Modi
Police summon Senthilbalaji, his brother in connection with TVK MLA bribery attempt case
The Greater Chennai Police have also issued a lookout circular against both men to prevent them from leaving the country and facilitate their detention at immigration checkpoints, if necessary
Rajakilpakkam lake shrinks to a trickle
100 Acres Reduce To 30 Due To Sewage, Encroachments
TNCC slams three-language policy, recalls Nehrus assurance
Eight arrested in 63.39 lakh fake gold loan fraud
DMK questions 6-hour police interrogation of Anitha Radhakrishnan in defamation case
