Sania's Successor? Teen Sensation Maaya Ends 14-Year Wait
Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi, a 17-year-old Indian tennis player, has become the first Indian woman since Sania Mirza in 2012 to reach a WTA Tour-level singles quarterfinal. She achieved this milestone at the Chennai Open by defeating Polish qualifier Weronika Falkowska in straight sets. This victory marks a significant moment for Indian women's tennis and highlights Maaya's rapid rise in the professional circuit.
Mobile orthopaedic and spine care unit launched
Toll plazas on Chennai-Tiruchi national highway gear up for Deepavali rush
A source in the National Highways Authority of India says that the contractors ensure that the toll operators and security guards do not go on leave. Boom barriers are positioned vertically so that no time is wasted in moving them up and down. However, Paranur plaza has a barrier-free toll system
South T.N. likely to experience a wet Deepavali this year with heavy rain forecast till Nov. 8
An upper air cyclonic circulation over south TN and neighbourhood would bring widespread rainfall, says V.R. Durai, Head, Regional Weather Forecasting Centre
HC gives four weeks for disposal of Perarivalans passport application
Vijay Says Meeting With School Toppers In Chennai Not About Politics
The Madras High Court had recently made strong observations about the use of children in TVK's political campaigns, describing it as being in bad taste. The remarks had brought renewed scrutiny on the party's engagement with children.
Street vendors might reduce UPI use if merchant discount rate is introduced, finds study
MGM Healthcare treats 15-month-old Russian boy with rare lung disorder
The condition had caused extensive cystic changes in both lungs, recurrent pneumothorax (collapse of the lungs due to air leaking into the space around them) and breathing difficulties
Over 18,000 police personnel to be deployed for Deepavali in Chennai
Over 18,000 police personnel drawn from the Law and Order, Crime, Traffic, Armed Reserve, Tamil Nadu Special Police, and Home Guard units would be deployed
Man run over by truck near Madhavarm
Stalin alleges power purchase scam in TVK govt, demands probe
Nirmala Lakshmans book wins Sharjah award
David Davidar, publisher of Aleph Book Company says Nirmala Lakshman brings erudition, insight and a deep personal engagement to this expansive portrait of the Tamil people
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay felicitates toppers of Classes 10, 12
Mr. Vijay, speaking at the event organised by the TVK in Chennai, urged students to nurture individuality, stay focused in life.
WTA 250 Chennai Open: Robin Montgomery resilient and courageous in equal measure
CM Vijay Wants SC Bench in Chennai
Vijay said Article 130 of the Constitution permitted the Supreme Court to sit in places other than New Delhi with the approval of the President and that Chennai would be an appropriate location for a regional bench, as it is an important centre in South India.
AFI to field strong 95-member track and field squad for BIMSTEC U23 meet
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 4 (IANS) Tamil Nadus promising sprinter Neil Samraj R will be among a strong 95-member national track and field squad selected for the inaugural edition of the seven-nation BIMSTEC U23 Athletics Meet. The competition will be held at Bhubaneswars Kalinga Stadium in Odisha from November 25 to 27. Neil Samraj R, winner of 100m/200m gold with a national U18 record at the recently concluded 41st National Junior Athletics Championships held in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, will compete in men's 100m/200m and 4x100m relay at the seven-nation meet in Odisha. Indias upcoming sprinter Abinaya Rajarajan is a prominent name in the womens section. More than 400 athletes are expected to compete in the three-day track and field event. Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Thailand are other participating nations. Indian team: Men: 100m: Rushiprasad Desai, Chiranth P (reserve) 100m/200m: Neil Samraj R. 200m: Yuvraj E, Nayan Shah (reserve). 400m: Sahil Malik, Ankul, Astik Pradhan (reserve) 800m: Akashdeep Singh, Shyam Milan Bind, Naresh Gurjar (reserve). 1500m: Rahul Sarnaliya, Hitesh, Sohit Virender (reserve). 5,000m: Gaurav Bhaskar Bhosale, Satyam, Ramikesh (reserve). 100m hurdles: Shaik Roshan, Sandeep Vinodkumar Gond, Rithik Rahul M (reserve). 400m hurdles: Karna Bag, Aryan Prajwal Kashyapa, Vignesh B (reserve). High jump: Ambriesh K, Binoy B, Aaditya Raghuvanshi (reserve). Long jump: C Tharun Vikash, Jithin RC, R Chitaranjan (reserve). Triple jump: Daksh Bishnoi, Yuvaraj K, Pradeep Kumar (reserve). Shot put: Anurag Singh Kaler, Atul, Vishwa A (reserve) Discus throw: Bhartpreet Singh, Vaibhav, Ravi (reserve). Javelin throw: Dharanidharan T, Shashank Patil, Aditya (reserve). 4x100m relay: Rushiprasad Desai, Neil Samraj R, Chiranth P, Savin Thingalaya, Abhay Singh, Kshitij Changire. 4x400m relay: Sahil Malik, Ankul, Astik Pradhan, Setu Mishra, Lodenge Ramu, Nikhil Suhas Dhake. Women: 100m: Abinaya Rajarajan, Kajal Vaja, Unnathi Bollanda (reserve). 200m: Bhavana G, Sonika, Samriti Jamwal (reserve). 400m: Tanu Chaudhary, Ayesha Khanam, Pravalika Narimalla (reserve) 800m: Prateeksha Yadav, Laxmipriya Kisan, Harshika (reserve). 1500m: Prachi Devkar, Rashi, Laxita Vinod Sandilea (reserve) 5,000m: Sonam Parmar, Sunita Devi, Vartika Patel (reserve). 100m hurdles: Sabita Toppo, Shiny Gladssia, Sriteja Tholem (reserve). 400m hurdles: Priyanka Madivalappa Olekar, Sonam, Aswini R (reserve). High jump: Juin Mantusa, Mohur Mukerjee, Mahek Nasrin Dayan Khan (reserve). Long jump: Sheeba D, Munmun Chetia, Prathiksha Yamuna A (reserve). Triple jump: Sadhana Ravi, Marymukta Soreng, Varshitha C (reserve). Shot put: Anshu, Riya Verma, Munesh (reserve). Discus throw: Priya, Nikita Kumari, Amanat Kamboj (reserve) Javelin throw: Poonam, Deepika, Jyoti (reserve) 4x100m relay: Abinaya Rajarajan, Kajal Vaja, Unnathi Bollanda, Kiruthika, V Sudheeksha, Mrithika. 4x400m relay: Tanu Chaudhary, Ayesha Khanam, Pravalika Narimalla, Tahura Khatun, Anchal Rani, Tamanna.
New Delhi, Nov 4: India is aiming to achieve global competitiveness in ocean research and exploration through indigenous capabilities, international cooperation and global co-creation, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, said while addressing the Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue (IPRD) 2026, organised by the National Maritime Foundation under the Ministry of Defence. Dr. Jitendra Singh said that India's approach to scientific missions in recent years has increasingly been based on a mission-mode framework, bringing together multiple departments and institutions rather than confining research to individual ministries. He highlighted the growing convergence of ocean sciences, space technology, nuclear science, geology, electronics and robotics in advancing India's maritime and deep-ocean capabilities. Highlighting India's indigenous capabilities in deep-ocean exploration, the Minister said that the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai, has developed the capability to conduct trials at depths of 5,000 to 6,000 metres in the Central Indian Ocean Basin. He also referred to the Ocean Mineral Explorer, which enables high-resolution exploration of hydrothermal sulphide deposits, several of which have already been identified.He noted that the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi reference to the Deep Ocean Mission twice in his Independence Day addresses reflects the priority accorded to ocean resources at the highest level and their strategic importance for India's future. Referring to the Samudrayaan Mission, Dr. Jitendra Singh said that the Matsya submersible is designed to carry three aquanauts to depths of 5,0006,000 metres. He said that India is progressing towards sending its first human deep-sea mission to a depth of up to 6,000 metres by 2028, marking an important milestone in the country's indigenous deep-ocean exploration programme. Drawing a parallel with India's human spaceflight programme, the Minister said that the country is working towards a remarkable convergence of deep-sea and space exploration. He expressed the vision of having an Indian human being undertake a deep-sea journey to nearly 6,000 metres while almost simultaneously another Indian travels into space, reflecting the country's growing scientific and technological capabilities. Dr. Jitendra Singh said that India's ocean research is increasingly supported by space-based capabilities. He referred to dedicated satellites contributing to ocean-related research through observations of ocean colour, sea-surface temperature and wind vectors. These capabilities, he said, are expanding the scope of ocean observation and could also support future exploration of renewable energy resources from the oceans, including wind and solar energy. Emphasising the importance of a whole-of-government and whole-of-science approach, the Minister highlighted the contribution of different scientific institutions and departments to India's ocean-related missions. He referred to the role of nuclear technology in seawater desalination, including the desalination plant at Kalpakkam established with the support of Bhabha Atomic Research Centre and the low-temperature desalination facility in Lakshadweep developed through the Ministry of Earth Sciences. The Minister said these initiatives demonstrate how different scientific disciplines and technologies can work together to address national requirements, including access to potable water in coastal and island regions. Dr. Jitendra Singh said that international cooperation would be equally important in advancing ocean research, as oceans do not follow political boundaries drawn by countries. Issues such as marine pollution and changes in ocean temperature have consequences extending across national jurisdictions, making collective scientific efforts essential. The Minister called for global strategies and partnerships based on joint scientific missions, reciprocal access to research facilities and data sharing. He said India's approach should be guided by the principle of One Ocean, Shared Knowledge and Equitable Prosperity, with the diversity of histories, cultures and geographies across the Indo-Pacific serving as an opportunity to strengthen cooperation. The Minister outlined key priorities for strengthening regional cooperation, including closing observational gaps and improving the forecasting of extreme events; establishing regional climate services partnerships for coasts and islands; promoting responsible and accessible ocean technologies; advancing deep-ocean research; and strengthening conservation and equitable use of ocean resources. Highlighting the role of research and innovation funding, Dr. Jitendra Singh referred to the establishment of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation and the announcement of the 1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund to accelerate private-sector participation in research and development. Dr Jitendra Singh said the RDI Fund provides for a 50:50 equity-based approach, encouraging private-sector stakeholders and investors to participate alongside the government in emerging areas of research and technology. He emphasised that government departments, scientific institutions, private-sector stakeholders and investors must work together to develop new sectors and strengthen India's technological capabilities. Connecting ocean exploration with the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, the Minister said that achieving the country's development goals would require identifying new sources of economic value addition. He observed that a significant part of this potential lies in resources that remain unexplored or underexplored, with the deep ocean representing one of the major opportunities. During the interaction with participants, Dr. Jitendra Singh also addressed a question on the potential of nuclear-powered vessels and the future of clean energy in maritime transport. He referred to the recent opening of the nuclear sector to private participation under the SHANTI Act and India's target of achieving 100 GW of nuclear energy capacity by 2047. He said that the Deep Ocean Mission is also exploring different possibilities for generating renewable energy from the oceans, including through solar panels, ocean winds and temperature or energy gradients. Responding to a suggestion on extending the Swachh Bharat initiative to the oceans, the Minister said that the government had already initiated an annual ocean-cleanliness campaign. Recalling its beginning during the commemoration of 75 years of Independence, he said the initiative had since developed into an annual effort involving coastal district administrations, the Indian Navy, the Indian Coast Guard, NGOs and other stakeholders. He emphasised that marine pollution cannot remain confined to one country and that efforts towards cleaner oceans would benefit the wider Indo-Pacific region. Dr. Jitendra Singh said that India's growing indigenous capabilities, combined with international partnerships and responsible sharing of scientific knowledge, would be crucial to strengthening its role in global ocean research and exploration. He called upon stakeholders to work collectively towards the peaceful, sustainable and equitable use of ocean resources, contributing to the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
Actress Krithi Shetty has completed the first shooting schedule of her upcoming film Hum Tere Pyaar Mein, marking an important step towards her Bollywood debut as a leading lady. The romantic drama, presented by filmmaker Rohit Shetty and AVS Studios in association with Tudip Entertainment, has wrapped up a 20-day outdoor schedule in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The team is now preparing to move to Mumbai for the next phase of filming. The film went on floors on October 15, 2026, following a visit by the team to Tirupati Temple to seek blessings. The makers also shared the official clapperboard from the launch of the project. During the Shimla schedule, Rohit Shetty had offered a glimpse of the picturesque location on social media and extended his wishes to his longtime associate Vidhi Ghodgaonkar, who is making her feature directorial debut with the film. With the Himachal Pradesh leg now complete, Krithi Shetty and the primary cast and crew are expected to return to Mumbai. The upcoming schedule will focus on interior sequences and portions set in an urban environment, which will be filmed on sets. The production is expected to continue across subsequent schedules over the coming months as the makers work towards a theatrical release in 2027. Hum Tere Pyaar Mein has also attracted attention with its casting announcements. Veteran actress Bhagyashree and Tum Bin actor Priyanshu Chatterjee have joined the film in pivotal roles, adding to the ensemble led by Krithi. The project marks a significant transition for the actress, who established herself across South Indian cinema with films such as Uppena, Bangarraju and Custody. Her casting in the romantic entertainer will introduce her to a wider Hindi-speaking theatrical audience. The film also marks the directorial debut of Vidhi Ghodgaonkar, who has been associated with Rohit Shettys creative team for over 17 years. During this period, she has contributed to several of the filmmakers projects, including Golmaal 3, Singham, Chennai Express, Dilwale and Golmaal Again. Her experience of working on these productions precedes her first feature film as a director. Bankrolled by Abhishek S. Vyas and Dipti Agarwal, with Priyanka Chaudhary serving as co-producer, Hum Tere Pyaar Mein is being positioned as an old-school musical romance set against a contemporary backdrop. While details about the storyline remain under wraps, the films combination of romance and music forms the central premise of the project. For Krithi, the film represents her first major step into mainstream Hindi cinema, while its completion will mark a new chapter for Ghodgaonkar behind the camera. Following the Shimla schedule, the production will continue in Mumbai before moving through its remaining filming and post-production stages ahead of its planned nationwide theatrical release in 2027. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Rohit Shetty-backed Krithi Shetty-starrer titled Hum Tere Pyaar Mein; to be directed by his protg Vidhi Ghodgaonkar
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay felicitates top performing Class 10 and 12 students in Chennai
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay Addressed honoured toppers of the Class 10 and 12 board exams in the presence of their parents
4.97kg of hydroponic ganja worth Rs 5 crore seized at Chennai airport
15,659 Buses to Ply From Chennai for Deepavali Rush From Nov 5 to 7
The measure is expected to benefit at least 6,000 passengers, keep around 2,000 feeder vehicles off the roads leading to Kilambakkam, and save passengers travel time and fuel costs
Vijay Seeks Supreme Court Bench In Chennai, Writes To PM Modi
Tamil NAdu Chief Minister Vijay highlighted the geographical and financial difficulties faced by litigants from southern states who have to travel all the way to New Delhi to seek justice from the Supreme Court.
Diwali rush: Southern Railway to operate unreserved special trains to and fro Chennai
Man dies after being run over by truck near Kundrathur
The 26-year-old victim, a native of Madurai, was undergoing training in Chennai and was also working part-time as a bike-taxi driver.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay urges PM Modi to revive proposal for Supreme Court bench in Chennai
Sundaram Finances Q2 PAT up 21% to 475 cr.; disbursements grow 28%
Chennai-based NBFC reports 19% growth in assets under management to 65,992 crore; net Stage 3 assets improve to 0.91% as of September-end
Indias auto sector industrial leasing hits 5.4 million sq ft as manufacturers scale up: Report
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 4 (IANS) India's automotive and ancillary sector leased around 5.4 million sq ft of industrial space between 2024 and the first half of 2026, accounting for nearly 13 per cent of the country's built-up industrial demand during the period, a report said on Wednesday. According to a CBRE report, domestic companies remained the biggest drivers of demand, contributing 57 per cent of industrial space absorption, while occupiers from the Asia-Pacific region accounted for 26 per cent and those from Europe, the Middle East and Africa contributed 15 per cent. City-wise, Pune emerged as the largest market for automotive industrial leasing with a 28 per cent share, followed by Delhi-NCR at 25 per cent and Chennai at 20 per cent. The report noted a growing preference among automotive companies for larger and more advanced manufacturing facilities. Anshuman Magazine, Chairman and CEO, India, South-East Asia, Middle East and Africa, CBRE, said India's automotive manufacturing base is becoming more diversified, with domestic demand providing scale while stronger exports, EVs and advanced components broaden the sector. He added that as manufacturers plan larger, more technologically advanced facilities, competitiveness will depend on industrial land, reliable infrastructure and utilities, skilled talent, supplier networks and logistics connectivity. During the first half of 2026, leases for facilities measuring between 100,000 sq ft and 200,000 sq ft accounted for 46 per cent of total industrial space take-up, while facilities larger than 200,000 sq ft contributed another 38 per cent, according to the report. Together, large-format facilities represented 84 per cent of industrial leasing in the sector. Moreover, the report showed that vehicle production touched 35 million units in FY26, while automotive exports rose 14.7 per cent year-on-year to about $26 billion The sector currently contributes nearly half of India's manufacturing GDP, it added. CBRE said stronger domestic demand, rising exports, electric vehicle manufacturing and growing production of advanced components are broadening India's automotive manufacturing base and influencing location choices for new facilities. On the warehousing front, the automotive and ancillary segment leased about 12.4 million sq ft between 2021 and the first half of 2026. Chennai led warehouse leasing with a 29 per cent share, followed by Delhi-NCR at 22 per cent and Bengaluru at 14 per cent. Meanwhile, tyre manufacturers, passenger vehicle makers and component suppliers collectively accounted for more than two-thirds of warehouse demand during the period, according to the report.
Veteran Malayalam makeup artist Pandian dies at 74 in Chennai
Veteran Malayalam makeup artist Pandian dies at 74 in Chennai
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay urges PM Modi to take steps to set up Supreme Court Bench in Chennai
The plea was first mooted by the State in 1980, citing several factors, including the difficulties faced by litigants from southern States in travelling to New Delhi to seek legal remedies.
ChPA Superintending Engineer Recruitment 2026
Chennai Port Authority (ChPA) has released the notification for the post of Superintending Engineer (Mech.) (Class I). Eligible candidates can apply online at chennaiport.gov.in till 18 December 2026.
British player targeted with death threats after loss to Indian at Chennai Open
British player targeted with death threats after loss to Indian at Chennai Open
Sri Ramana Enterprises Becomes a Trusted Name for LEXAN Polycarbonate Sheet
If you've walked past a large construction site or a greenhouse anywhere in South India recently, chances are the roofing overhead came from Sri Ramana Enterprises. The Chennai-based company has been supplying LEXAN Polycarbonate Sheet for close to two decades now, and over that time it's quietly become one of the names builders and farmers [] The post Sri Ramana Enterprises Becomes a Trusted Name for LEXAN Polycarbonate Sheet appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
This Dhanteras, get gold coins starting from 0.1g on Instamart
Chennai: Ahead of Dhanteras, Instamart, Indias pioneering quick commerce platform, through its sellers, has partnered with Kalyan Jewellers to make the jewellers gold coin collection available to customers. The collection includes 0.1-gram gold coins, making gold ownership more accessible to customers and allowing them to mark the festive occasion with a meaningful purchase. Customers who []
What is the NextGen forum? All about Chennais upcoming well-being conclave
The Kindness Foundations NextGen Forum aims to bridge the generational divide by bringing young people and adult changemakers together to discuss youth safety, wellbeing, and the challenges of growing up today
Todays Gold Rate in India November 4: Gold prices up in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across metro cities on November 4
North Chennai residents seek two new Metro Rail corridors
The Federation of North Chennai Residents Welfare Associations said the proposed routes would improve connectivity for residents and workers in industrial areas, including those serving the Ennore port region.
TN CM Vijay to felicitate top-scoring board exam students
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will felicitate top-performing students of Class 10 and 12 public exams from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry in the first phase of an award ceremony here on Wednesday, November 4. According to an official announcement, the event is aimed at encouraging meritorious students and will be held at 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 .
Gem Veeramani Case: Anticipatory Bail for Chennai Press Club President, 2 Journos
The development comes amid an ongoing investigation into the cases registered against granite industrialist Veeramani and others under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act
Gold rate today Coimbatore Nov 4 Wednesday: Up or down? Latest price for investors ahead of Dhanteras, Diwali 2026. We also bring retail prices of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver across cities Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai.
Club for Diabetes Excellence, Chennai, Organises
Chennai: Club for Diabetes Excellence (C.O.D.E.), Chennai Indias first integrated club for people with diabetes organised the C.O.D.E. Micro Workshop, a focused hands-on clinical learning initiative, was successfully conducted on November 1st, 2026, in Chennai. 100 physicians from Chennai, including young doctors and other healthcare professionals, took part in a day of practical []
Deepavali sweets in Chennai: Six caterers bazaars for festive bakshanams and gift hampers
With freshly prepared bakshanams, live counters, elaborate gift boxes, and overseas deliveries, wedding caterers in Chennai promise a Deepavali where plates are stacked to the brim
Nine Fishermen From Chennai Missing at Sea Amid Cyclone Murasu
The crew had set out for deep-sea fishing on October 29 in a vessel bearing the registration number TN 02 MM 2584, owned by a local fisherman identified as Selvalagan, said fellow fishermen from Kasimedu
BBL 16: Mustafizur Rahman Joins Melbourne Renegades For Maiden Stint
Big Bash League: Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman is set to make his Big Bash League debut after signing with the Melbourne Renegades for the upcoming BBL 16 season, with the franchise bringing in the experienced left-armer to reinforce its pace attack following Jason Behrendorffs injury. Behrendorff, one of the most successful bowlers in the tournaments history and its fourth-highest wicket-taker, will miss the season after undergoing shoulder surgery. The Renegades have turned to Mustafizur, widely known as The Fizz for his deceptive cutters and variations, to fill the void. The 31-year-old brings considerable experience to the Australian T20 competition, having represented Bangladesh in 271 international matches across formats. He has also established himself as a regular presence in franchise cricket, collecting 423 wickets in 331 T20 appearances at a strike rate of 16.9. Renegades head coach Luke Ronchi believes the Bangladesh internationals ability to deliver breakthroughs at different stages of an innings will add a valuable dimension to the bowling unit. Mustafizur is a proven match-winner in T20 cricket all over the world. His ability to take wickets in both the Powerplay and at the death is exactly what we wanted in our attack. BBL audiences love a player who can change a game in a single over and Mustafizur can do just that. Every ball has the potential to produce something special, and our fans are going to love watching him bring the theatre across the summer, Renegades head coach Luke Ronchi said in a statement. Mustafizurs recent performances against Australia further underline his credentials. During Bangladeshs ODI series against Australia in June, he claimed 3-27 in Mirpur to help the hosts secure an unassailable 2-0 advantage in the three-match contest. His franchise career includes nine Bangladesh Premier League campaigns and eight IPL seasons. He was also part of the Sunrisers Hyderabad squad that won the IPL title in 2016, his debut season in the competition. Expressing excitement about his first Big Bash assignment, Mustafizur said he was particularly looking forward to playing at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. I am looking forward to playing in the BBL for the first time with the Melbourne Renegades. It will be special to play at the MCG as my home ground and Im excited to join my teammates and bring my experience to the squad, Mustafizur said in a statement. Mustafizur will not be available for the Renegades historic season opener against Perth Scorchers in Chennai because of his commitments with Dubai Capitals in the ILT20. However, he is expected to be available for the remainder of the tournament. He becomes only the third Bangladesh player to feature in the Big Bash, following Shakib Al Hasan and current Hobart Hurricanes recruit Rishad Hossain. Mustafizur will not be available for the Renegades historic season opener against Perth Scorchers in Chennai because of his commitments with Dubai Capitals in the ILT20. However, he is expected to be available for the remainder of the tournament. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Searches at locations in cities, including Kochi, Kozhikode and Chennai, linked to R. Premkumar, founding member and de facto chairman and managing director of BLM, and some others
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to felicitate top-scoring board exam students in Chennai
PI Industries unveils Pioxaniliprole, India
Chennai:In a historic moment for Indian agricultural science, PI Industries today unveiledPioxaniliprole, Indias first indigenously discovered insecticide molecule, developed through more than a decade of original research, sustained investment and scientific innovation. The achievement marks a defining milestone for PI and Indias crop-protection industry. Pioxaniliprole demonstrates the countrys growing capability to originate novel scientific discoveries []
TN floats tenders for breakfast scheme supplies as beneficiary count crosses 34 lakh
Digital Desk | Chennai, Nov 4 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government has invited nationwide electronic tenders for the procurement of food ingredients required for the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme, which currently benefits more than 34 lakh children studying in government and government-aided schools across the state. The procurement, to be undertaken through the state's consumer cooperative network, is intended to ensure uninterrupted implementation of the breakfast programme during the three-month period beginning January 1, 2027. According to the tender notification, the government proposes to procure 1,300 metric tonnes of double-roasted rava in one-kilogram packets and 1,200 metric tonnes of samba rava, also packed in one-kilogram quantities, along with another category of food ingredients supplied in 200-gram packets. The tender documents became available for downloading on November 2, while December 2 has been fixed as the deadline for submitting bids. Suppliers from across India can participate in the electronic tendering process. The breakfast initiative has its origins in the Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme launched on September 15, 2022, by the then DMK government headed by M.K. Stalin. The programme was introduced to provide nutritious morning meals to primary schoolchildren, particularly those from economically disadvantaged families. Initially implemented in selected schools, the scheme was subsequently expanded in phases to cover government primary schools across Tamil Nadu. Its coverage was later extended to government-aided institutions, substantially increasing the number of beneficiaries. In September, Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay expanded the programme to students in Classes 6 to 8, bringing approximately 34.64 lakh children in 44,984 schools under its coverage. The expansion required an additional allocation of Rs 217.63 crore, taking the programme's overall allocation to Rs 724 crore. The scheme provides freshly prepared breakfast, including pongal, upma, kichadi and other nutritious dishes, before regular classroom activities begin. Its principal objectives are to prevent classroom hunger, improve nutritional standards, encourage school attendance and help children concentrate on their studies. An evaluation by the State Planning Commission found improved attendance in 1,319 of the 1,543 schools surveyed, indicating encouraging results from the initiative. The latest procurement exercise also includes 1,300 metric tonnes of semiya, or vermicelli, in 200-gram packets, completing the three categories of ingredients covered by the tender process.
Tiger killed after being hit by train near Sengottai
Madhumita: Address me as director, not lady director!
Digital Desk | Chennai, Nov 4 (IANS) Director Madhumita, who is now gearing up for the release of her upcoming psychological thriller, 'John Doe', featuring actor Arjun Das in the lead, has requested media persons and reviewers to address her as just director and not attach her gender in front of her designation. Participating in the trailer launch event of her upcoming psychological thriller, 'John Doe', the director, best known for her critically accalimed social drama 'KD Engira Karuppudurai', pointed out that when people referred to a film as having been made by a female director instead of just saying director, it led to a kind of branding happening even before the film got made. My desire is that I should do films in all genres and leave no genre unexplored. However, the common factor to all of them is the human emotion in them. Human emotion will be the USP of all my films, the director said. She then went on to make a request. I have a humble request. When you review a film, please do not say the film by a female director is good or bad. Please write if the film is good or bad alone. That is your prerogative, she said and went on to explain why she was making this request. When I say that it does not mean that I am not proud of my womanhood. But when you attach gender in front (of the designation), what happens sometimes is that branding happens even before we make our films. People assume that we will make only romantic or feel good movies. So that is my humble request, she said. The film has triggered huge expectations among fans and filmbuffs ever since the makers released a trailer recently. The trailer released begins with a young boy and his elder sister stepping out at night to buy some treats. The sister, who is preoccupied with some task, asks the boy to get himself one scoop of ice cream. Some time later, when she looks around, he is missing. She hurries home and informs her mother. The two begin frantically searching for the boy but are unable to find him. Viewers get to know that the family has just moved to India from Dubai. The cops are called in. Two cops, Arjun Das and Sanchana Natrajan, begin investigating this case. What starts off as a child missing case soon starts getting murkier. What happens then is what the film is all about. One of Tamil cinema's fastest rising stars, Arjun Das, will be seen playing playing the lead in the film. The makers have already announced that he plays a character called Chandru in the film. Actor Arjun Das, who shared his first look poster from the film on his social media timelines, wrote, 'Naan podhuma? (Am I enough?)' A question that haunts CHANDRU. A question weve all asked ourselves, perhaps. Somewhere in his search, I found a little of myself too. Meet CHANDRU from the world of #JohnDoe. Releasing this November in cinemas near you :) Written & Directed by @memadhumita. Produced by @arkamediaworks @devineni_prasad @Shobu_ Presented by @agscinemas. Sanchana Natarajan plays the female lead in this film, which will also feature Zaara Vineet Chandhoke and Nirav in pivotal roles. The film has triggered interest in fans and filmbuffs for a number of reasons. Firstly, Arjun Das will be seen playig a cop for the first time in his career. That apart, the film is being produced by Arka Mediaworks, the same production house that produced the pan Indian blockbuster 'Baahubali'. Producers Shobu Yarlagadda and Prasad Devineni are producing this film under the banner of Arka Mediaworks. Kishore Kedari and Madhumita are the co-producers of the film, which has Sowmya Sharma serving as its Creative producer. The film boasts of a fine technical crew. The film has music by renowned music director Mujeeb Majeed. Additional music has been composed by The Artist 404. Story and screenplay for the film have been jointly written by director Madhumita and Nicholas Chevaillier. Cinematography for the film is by Preetha Jayaraman and editing for the film has been handled by Vijay Venkataramanan. Stunts in the film have been choreographed by Dinesh Subbarayan and Action Sandhosh. Priya Karan and Priya Harie have designed the costumes while Ashwini Kale has taken care of production design. The film is slated to hit screens on November 13 this year.
CM Vijay To Felicitate Top-scoring Board Exam Students in Chennai
CM C Joseph Vijay will felicitate top-performing students of Class 10 and 12 public exams from Tamil Nadu.
Stalin to visit Coimbatore today for Periyar library felicitation
Digital Desk | Chennai, Nov 4 (IANS) DMK president and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will visit Coimbatore on Wednesday to participate in a felicitation programme organised by the Dravidar Kazhagam (DK) in recognition of his contribution to establishing the Rs 300-crore Periyar Arivulagam Library and Science Centre. The visit, his first to Coimbatore since the DMK's defeat in the 2026 Assembly elections, comes as the party attempts to rebuild its organisational strength following a major electoral setback that ended its tenure in government. The DMK suffered a significant reversal in the elections, losing power to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led alliance headed by actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay. Stalin himself suffered a major personal setback, losing the Kolathur Assembly constituency in Chennai, a seat he had represented since 2011. His defeat added to the political challenges confronting the DMK leadership following the election. During Wednesday's visit, Stalin will lay the foundation stone for a new integrated DMK district office on a 50-cent plot at Neelambur along Avinashi Road in Coimbatore. The foundation-stone ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. and is expected to be attended by senior party functionaries and district-level leaders. The Periyar Arivulagam Library and Science Centre, constructed on Nanjappa Road in Gandhipuram at an estimated cost of Rs 300 crore during the previous DMK administration, was recently inaugurated by Chief Minister Vijay. The Dravidar Kazhagam has organised the felicitation to acknowledge Stalin's role in developing the institution and naming it after social reformer E.V. Ramasamy, popularly known as Periyar. Stalin is scheduled to address the gathering at VOC Grounds in Coimbatore on Wednesday evening. Elaborate arrangements are underway at the venue, where a large stage and pavilion are being erected. DMK and Dravidar Kazhagam flags have been installed along major stretches of Avinashi Road. Thousands of DMK workers and supporters are expected to attend the programme, with party leaders planning a reception for Stalin. He is expected to arrive in Coimbatore from Chennai in the morning and return by air around 8.30 p.m. The visit is politically significant as the DMK seeks to consolidate its cadre base and regain momentum after losing the 2026 Assembly elections.
Bengaluru-Chennai roots, H-1B fight: Suhas Subramanyam wins second term in US Congress
Digital Desk | Washington, Nov 4 (IANS) Suhas Subramanyam, the son of Tamil physicians whose mother is from Bengaluru and father grew up in Chennai and Secunderabad, was re-elected on Tuesday (local time) to represent Virginia's 10th Congressional District. The campaign is over, but the work is just beginning. I look forward to working with our community to deliver change in Washington, Subramanyam posted on X. My mom's from Bangalore. My dad's from Chennai and Secunderabad, and we have ties in India. I still have family in India, he said in an interview last year. His mother arrived at Dulles Airport in 1979, a story he has tied to the Northern Virginia district he represents. Dulles Airport here, and our district was their Ellis Island, he told CNBC-TV18. Born in Houston, Texas, in 1986, Subramanyam studied philosophy at Tulane University and earned a law degree from Northwestern University. He worked as an aide to Representative Suzanne Kosmas, clerked for Senator Dick Durbin on the Senate Judiciary Committee, where he worked on the DREAM Act, and served as a White House technology policy adviser under President Barack Obama from 2015. He has also worked as a lawyer, run a small technology business and volunteered as an emergency medical technician and firefighter, according to his campaign. In 2019, he became the first Indian American, first South Asian and first Hindu elected to the Virginia General Assembly. He served in the House of Delegates from 2020 to 2024 and briefly in the Virginia Senate before winning the US House seat vacated by Jennifer Wexton in 2024. In Congress, Subramanyam sits on the Oversight Committee, where he is the ranking member of the Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs and also serves on the cybersecurity and information technology panel, as well as on the Science, Space and Technology Committee and the Ethics Committee, according to his House website. He has been a leading voice on issues watched closely by Indian Americans. He backs the Domestic Visa Renewal Modernization Act, part of a three-bill package that would let holders of H-1B, L, O and other visas renew them inside the United States. When the Trump administration imposed a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions, he said: This isn't immigration policy. This is economic sabotage. He co-signed an October 2025 letter to President Donald Trump and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick warning about the H-1B proclamation. He has also criticised Trump's tariffs on India. Tariffs are a tax on the American people, he told the Hindustan Times, adding, I think Trump has handled the relationship with India poorly and India is a natural ally. I think the majority of Indian Americans still are Democrats, he said, warning that putting tariffs on India will not help his standing with Indian Americans. Subramanyam has also introduced the Responsible Data Center Siting Act. Congress must set reasonable guardrails around data centers, he wrote on X. He closed his campaign with a rally alongside Virginia Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner. Subramanyam and his wife, Miranda Pena Subramanyam, live with their two daughters in Loudoun County.
TN: Heavy rain forecast for Theni, Coimbatore
Digital Desk | Chennai, Nov 4 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall in Theni and Coimbatore districts of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday, as the severe cyclonic storm 'Murasu' weakened after crossing the southern Andhra Pradesh coast near Ongole. According to the weather department, the severe cyclonic storm, which was positioned over the west-central Bay of Bengal on November 2, moved north-northwestwards before making landfall between Nellore and Narsapur, close to Ongole, between 3.30 a.m. and 5.30 a.m. on November 3. Following landfall, the system continued moving north-northwestwards and gradually lost intensity. It weakened into a cyclonic storm and subsequently into a deep depression as it moved further inland. Although the cyclone has weakened considerably, its associated atmospheric conditions are expected to influence rainfall activity across several parts of Tamil Nadu over the next two days. The IMD has predicted heavy rainfall at isolated places in Theni and Coimbatore districts on Wednesday, while several other parts of the state are likely to receive light to moderate showers. In Chennai, the sky is expected to remain partly cloudy, with moderate rainfall likely in certain parts of the city. The weather department has indicated that rainfall activity may vary across different localities depending on prevailing atmospheric conditions. For Thursday, the IMD has forecast heavy rainfall in Madurai, Theni and Dindigul districts. Other parts of Tamil Nadu are expected to experience moderate rainfall. The latest forecast indicates that rainfall activity will remain concentrated in parts of western and southern Tamil Nadu, particularly districts adjoining the Western Ghats, where local weather conditions could contribute to heavier showers. The weakening of Murasu marks a significant change in the weather system that had earlier posed a threat to the coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. However, meteorological officials have cautioned that the dissipation of a cyclonic storm does not necessarily mean an immediate end to rainfall associated with the system. Residents in areas forecast to receive heavy rainfall have been advised to remain alert to subsequent weather bulletins, particularly in vulnerable low-lying locations. The IMD is expected to continue monitoring atmospheric conditions and issuing district-specific rainfall forecasts as the system weakens further over land.
Old traditions get a new twist this Diwali
Domestic gold prices stood at Rs 1,39,890 per 10 grams on Wednesday morning, while silver was priced at Rs 1,80,800 per kg.
CSK Plot Big Move For Rs 13 Crore Star, SRH Yet To Take Final Call: Report
Chennai Super Kings are reportedly looking at possible options to include an English star in their squad.
Chennaiite Killed As 2 Helicopters Collide Near Mt Everest
Preliminary reports indicate that the rotor blades of the two helicopters struck each other during the landing manoeuvre.
Metrowater workers union call off strike after bonus agreement
Metrowater officials also agreed to hold discussions on the pending demands and resolve them in a phased manner
Employee arrested for stealing diamond bangles, cash from employers house
Police said the accused had been staying at the complainants house while working there
Security guard dies in fire at Peravallur warehouse
The fire broke out around 6.30 a.m. when the warehouse was closed
TNCCF cancels onion orders, cites poor quality
Around 25% of the onions were rotten, had sprouted or were affected by fungus; and 50% did not meet the requisite size standards
Man undergoing de-addiction treatment dies at private clinic in Kodungaiyur
His family members alleged that medical negligence at the clinic led to his death
RPF head constable saves passenger from being dragged by train at Perambur railway station
The passengers brother subsequently pulled the alarm chain, bringing the train to a halt
After 3 years, TN govt revives 6am shows for Tamil films
Assistant loco pilot injured as stones are pelted at train near Vyasarpadi
Theni jailbreak: HC forms medical board to examine health of escapees
Litigants not entitled to full fee refund in civil suits settled out of court: HC
Land grab case: HC orders action against two police inspectors
HC orders demolition of 87 illegal resorts in Sathyamangalam tiger reserve
Former DMK minister Anitha Radhakrishnan, six family members acquitted in 20-year-old DA case
Indus script may have Elamite roots
Women Lead Mental Health Outreach in Tamil Nadu, Reduce Stigma
Organisations such as The Banyan and SCARF are training rural women to be community mental health workers
Southern India has grown wetter over seven decades, finds IMD study
The peninsulas hot semi-arid zone has nearly halved, with much of it turning into a tropical savannah climate, while north-west India has become drier and hotter
RBI starts 3 surveys to capture inflation expectations, consumer confidence
Reserve Bank on Tuesday announced three key surveys to capture inflation expectations of households and gauge consumer confidence in the country- the studies that provide input for bi-monthly monetary policy. The central bank has announced the launch of the November 2026 round of the Inflation Expectations Survey of Households (IESH). The November 2026 round of the survey is being launched. The survey aims at capturing subjective assessments on price movements and inflation, based on their individual consumption baskets, it said. The study will be conducted across 19 cities -- Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi and Thiruvananthapuram. In another statement, the RBI said the Urban Consumer Confidence Survey seeks qualitative responses from households regarding their sentiments on the general economic situation, employment scenario, price level, households'
China's New Chokepoint Meets India's Defiance; Beijing's Tunnel Boring Machine Gamble Backfires
India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has sent China a blunt message: India will not beg for tunnel-boring machines. If Beijing restricts exports, India will build the machines at home. China controls an estimated 70 percent of the global TBM market and has announced export controls on tunnel-boring machines and related equipment. The move could affect metro systems, railway tunnels, highways and infrastructure along the Line of Actual Control. But India is preparing its response. BEML is developing indigenous TBMs, Larsen & Toubro is working on a prototype and German firm Herrenknecht has an assembly facility in Chennai. India is also considering a $1.2-billion incentive package for construction equipment manufacturing. China may have tried to create a new choke point. Instead, it may have accelerated Indias industrial self-reliance. Shreya Chandra with more
WTA Chennai Open: Vaishnavi stuns Burrage, posts maiden win on Tour
The Indian wild card rallies to take out the Brit in a thriller
Equitas appoints Balaji Nuthalapadi as interim CEO
Greater Chennai Corporation set to redevelop schools in various zones
The Chief Ministers Integrated Urban Development Mission has sanctioned theconstruction of new schools at two locations, while seven more schools are expected to be redeveloped shortly.At least nine GCC-run schools are expected to be redeveloped across the city
Coimbatore corporation to introduce biweekly e-waste collection drives
Indian Star Adkar Claims First WTA Tour-Level Victory
Vaishnavi Adkar, a 21-year-old Indian tennis player, secured her maiden WTA Tour-level victory at the Chennai Open on Tuesday. She overcame a 3-5 deficit in the deciding set against Britain's Jodie Burrage, winning 3-6, 6-3, 7-5, showcasing remarkable grit and endurance in humid conditions.
Actor Ajiths film, Thunivu was released on Thursday; actor Vijays Varisu too, was released; hundreds of fans gathered at Rohini theatre in Koyambedu where glass panes were broken, leading to police intervention
Actor Ajiths film, Thunivu was released on Thursday; actor Vijays Varisu too, was released; hundreds of fans gathered at Rohini theatre in Koyambedu where glass panes were broken, leading to police intervention
Madras high court takes judicial notice of 14 TN universities functioning without VCs
Tamil Nadu govt cancels order with NAFED for 400 MT onions over quality concerns
