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Fake Currency, Ganja Racket Busted; Rs 37.5 Lakh Counterfeit Notes, 22.4 kg Ganja Seized
On 26 November, prime accused Sheikh Hasan attempted to flee towards Chennai on spotting police but was apprehended after a brief chase.
Value of RBIs House Price Index declined Q2FY26
On a quarter-on-quarter basis, the index registered a decline of 0.6 per cent, contributed largely by Kolkata, Chennai and Lucknow
Cyclone 'Ditwah': What Does Name Given By Yemen Mean? All About Storm's Path, Impact On South India
The Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai said 'Ditwah' is currently classified as a cyclonic storm and is not expected to become a severe cyclone at this time
Housing prices trend: HPI growth slows to 2.2% in Q2; key metros pull index down
India's housing prices saw a significant slowdown in Q2 FY26, with the All-India House Price Index growing 2.2% year-on-year, a sharp decrease from 7% a year prior. This dip was influenced by softer prices in major cities like Kolkata and Chennai, despite contributions from Nagpur, Ghaziabad, and Chandigarh to the annual rise.
Fintech Tower, part of Chennais upcoming Fintech City, likely to be inaugurated in two months
Axis Commercial Real Estate Fund and Tishman Speyer break ground for The Cube, another commercial development part of the Fintech City
Future educators lead fight against drugs
The Anti-Drug Club of Stella Matutina College of Education recently bagged the third prize in the Chennai District Awards; students at the teachers training college in Ashok Nagar are engaged with 45 schools across Chennai to educate children about drug addiction and its ramifications
Cyclonic Storm Ditwah has intensified over the Bay of Bengal. The storm is moving north-northwest. It is expected to reach the waters off North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry by early November 30. Coastal areas should stay alert for the approaching weather system.
After 50 years with AIADMK, KA Sengottaiyan joins Vijay's TVK
Expelled AIADMK leader K.A. Sengottaiyan, along with former MP Sathyabama and supporters, joined Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on Thursday. Actor Vijay welcomed Sengottaiyan, highlighting his five decades of political experience and fieldwork, which he believes will significantly benefit TVK's future endeavors.
Kearney expands its South India footprint with a new office in Chennai
As TN continues to grow above 11% and widens its lead as Indias second-largest economy, we need to be closer to clients: Siddharth Jain, Managing Partner and Country Head, Kearney India
Once it becomes a cyclonic storm, it may be named as cyclone Ditwah, a name contributed by Yemen
Is Vijay Sethupathi a part of Rajinikanths Jailer 2?
Chennai: If rumours doing the rounds in the industry are to be believed, one of Tamil cinemas most loved actors Vijay Sethupathi will be seen in a pivotal role in Superstar Rajinikanths eagerly awaited upcoming film Jailer 2. Sources in the industry say that Vijay Sethupathi has joined the sets of the film, which is 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 .
Avadi police nab murder suspect on the run for 22 years taking SIR cover
CHENNAI: The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls might be carrying with it a fair share of political outcry, but the exercise has come in handy for the Avadi police as they managed to nab a murder suspect, on the run for nearly 22 years. The case dates back to May 24, 2004, when Mariyam Beevi informed the Ennore police that her relative, Rajendran alias Rafiq, had confessed to killing his friend Tajuddin during a drunken brawl at his house. After the police found Tajuddin dead with his throat slit, they registered a case, but Rafiq went into hiding, remaining untraceable for more than two decades. Sources said during a recent review of pending files, Avadi police commissioner K Shankar instructed the officials to prioritise the case. Two special teams under Ennore assistant commissioner Veerakumar shortlisted possible matches from online voter rolls and visited multiple villages posing as SIR data collectors, allowing them to conduct discreet inquiries. The exercise led them to the suspects native Aakkanur village in Cuddalore district. The police learned Rafiq, who converted to Islam after marrying Rasool Beevi, had been living a transient life across Ariyalur, Jayankondam, Tiruchi, Perambalur, and Bengaluru, selling incense sticks and avoiding mobile phones in a bid to evade detection. Further intelligence suggested he often stayed near bus stands. Officers camped at these spots and later shifted their search to Bengaluru following a tip-off. After a week of monitoring incense-stick sellers, the police located him at Madiwala Market in Bengaluru. Though he initially gave a fake name, a verification of the Aadhaar card in his bag confirmed his identity. It was only time that he confessed to the crime, after which, he has been remanded in judicial custody.
TVK extends support to sanitary staff on hunder protest in Chennai
CHENNAI: Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) has extended its support for the sanitary workers, who are on an indefinite hunger strike in Ambattur for the last 10 days. TVK general secretary Bussy Anand, general secretary (election campaign management) Aadhav Arjuna, and deputy general secretary Rajmohan met the four women sanitary workers on Wednesday and extended support for their cause. Meanwhile, hundreds of conservancy workers from the Royapuram and Thiru-Vi-Ka Nagar zones, where solid waste management has been privatised, submitted petitions to their respective zonal officers, reiterating their demand for reinstatement of their jobs directly under the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC). Noting that their protest since August 1 has been continuing in various forms for 118 days now, they asked authorities to address their demands at the earliest. Speaking to reporters, Aadhav Arjuna questioned how MK Stalin, who was against the privatisation in 2021 when he was in the opposition, could change his stance after becoming the chief minister . He said the workers on hunger strike are too weak to even speak. Yet neither the CM, nor the deputy CM or any other ministers met them, he said, urging DMKs alliance parties VCK and CPIM to express solidarity with protesters by visiting the protest site.
Wedding banner exposes alleged stock market fraudster; investors confront him in Pallavaram
CHENNAI: The banner of a wedding reception has helped a group of investors zero in on the alleged fraudster, whom they allege, cheated them of several crores of rupees through fake stock market investments. The group confronted and assaulted the fraudster, Clinton (30), at the reception venue, a private hall on Pallavaram Radial Road on Tuesday night. The police said Clinton had projected himself as a stock market expert and had even appeared on YouTube channels offering trading advice. Taking advantage of this reputation, he allegedly collected large sums of money from relatives, neighbours and acquaintances, promising high returns. Among the complainants is Mohanapriya of Pallavaram, who said Clinton befriended her through trading lessons and persuaded her to hand over Rs 75 lakh. When no profit came, Clinton allegedly claimed the money was lost and pressured her for more. She later sold her Audi car and gave him another Rs 12 lakh, which he again said he lost. He also borrowed Rs 40 lakh after pledging her familys property documents, which he did not return. Though multiple complaints were lodged earlier at the Pallavaram police station, no case was registered, the victims alleged. The word on his wedding spread after a banner was spotted in the area, prompting several cheated investors to gather at the reception venue and confront him. Clinton sustained facial injuries and was admitted to Chromepet Government Hospital. Following the assault, Clinton filed a complaint at the Chitlapakkam police station, where a case was registered against three people. Meanwhile, the person who were cheated have submitted fresh complaints at the Tambaram police commissionerate seeking action against Clinton for allegedly swindling them out of several crores of rupees. Cheating under the guise of stock market expert The police said Clinton had projected himself as a stock market expert and had even appeared on YouTube channels offering trading advice. Taking advantage of this reputation, he allegedly collected large sums of money from relatives, neighbours and acquaintances, promising high returns.
CMRL wins Global Sustainable Urban Mobility Project of the Year 2025 award
CHENNAI: Chennai Metro Rail Ltd (CMRL) has secured the Global Sustainable Urban Mobility Project of the Year 2025, reinforcing the citys emergence as one of Indias more progressive mass-transit builders. The award, presented by the Global Energy and Environment Foundation at its sustainability summit in New Delhi on November 20, recognises CMRLs continued push to embed environmental standards into project design and execution. The citation was formally handed to CMRL managing director MA Siddique at a ceremony in Chennai, where senior project and environment officials highlighted the utilitys efforts to reduce the ecological footprint of its ongoing network expansion. CMRL has adopted scientifically planned compensatory plantation, strict dust-control systems, real-time noise and vibration monitoring, and the use of low-impact construction materials across its sites. This is the second consecutive year CMRL has been recognised at Global Sustainability Awards, underscoring a longer-term shift toward greener construction norms and safer urban-mobility infrastructure in Chennai.
Anime enters prime-time space, family dramas take centrestage in Tamil television
Cyclone Senyar: Chennai, Puducherry under IMD's warning as cyclone likely to intensify
Tamil Nadu experienced heavy rainfall as Cyclone Senyar looms, with the IMD predicting heavy to very heavy showers over the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. A low-pressure area over the southwest Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify and move towards the North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts within 48 hours.
India, UAE move forward on easing visa rules
New Delhi: India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday, June 26, made progress in liberaling visa policies for travel between the two countries. The issue figured prominently at a meeting of the India-UAE Joint Committee on Consular Affairs (JCCA) that was held in Abu Dhabi. Also ReadDubai Duty Free draw: Chennai man takes 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 .
Zohran Mamdani. The name is everywhere. For all those who are fortunately content with the drama of local politics, this is not any railway station platform announcement. Mamdani isnt a Rajdhani Express sequel. He is the newly elected Mayor of New York. True that its a world away from our regular panchayat elections, but his campaign is worth mentioning in a writing on art, primarily because of the visual identity that contributed to his success. Mamdani was clever enough to understand the power of design and colours in communicating his core message in an instant. At the outset of his political campaign, he enlisted Aneesh Bhoopathy, a visual artist, to help him build voters trust with the right branding. Bhoopathy, along with inputs from his team and Mamdanis wife, decided to use colours that people encountered every day, on the streets of New York. And thus, taxicab yellow, bodega awnings and Mamdanis name written in a hand-lettered style were employed to bring on the nostalgia; a yearning for what was supposedly lost. The campaign poster that was widely circulated also relied on the human touch, with its bold and clear visual messages. And it worked! Long before technology could create grand identities with computer graphics, there were artists who sketched out logos that defined the nations destiny with their pen and paper. After Indias independence, when a democratic way of governance came into being, the major challenge to the Election Commission was the illiteracy of a majority of the Indian population. It was understood then that the candidates would have to heavily rely on symbols to successfully pull off this massive exercise. So from the beginning of the 1950s, officials of the Election Commission on whom this task fell, relied, in turn, on the skills of one man, MS Sethi, who, with his HB pencils, drew out party symbols. Hired by the ballot committee in 1950, Sethi drew out the symbols after discussions with the officials, with care being taken to ensure that they would be easily recognised by the average voter. The obvious choices in the early years were illustrations of rural India, like the ox and the plough. In the 60s, tractors appeared alongside the cattle. Over the years, objects of daily use like the broom, the gas cylinder, and the pressure cooker joined the list. For more than 40 years, Sethis logos for Indian political parties stood as testimony to the evolution of daily life in an Indian household. There are always around 100 free symbols with the Election Commission at any given time, for parties and independent candidates to choose from, and most of them originated from pencils in the hands of Sethi. Rickshaws and harmoniums co-existing with air conditioners and dish antennas is what constitutes the spirit of our nation. The man who understood the pulse of the country and gave us the symbols that spell hope every time we vote for a glorious tomorrow, maybe no more. He may have bid his final farewell unsung and unrecognised, but his unsigned art will continue to seal the destinies of every politician in India for generations to come.
Chennai weather today: Rain expected, AQI concerns remain
Chennai expects a mild, rainy day today with temperatures around 28C. While yesterday's air quality was poor, rain might offer some relief, though masks are still recommended in traffic. The week ahead promises significant rainfall, peaking on November 29th, bringing cooler temperatures. Plan for showers and enjoy the pleasant evenings, but stay prepared for changing conditions.
Celebrating Thanksgiving in a foreign land
The characters and cultures we grow up watching in films and series often become our teachers of celebrations that arent quite our own. From the chaotic, yet value-adding, Thanksgiving episodes of the sitcom F.R.I.E.N.D.S , we learn American pop culture has long offered a window into traditions shaped by gratitude, food, and togetherness. Thousands of miles away in Chennai, those rituals are now being reimagined by American scholars, part of The United States-India Educational Foundation, who are building a sense of home. Ajay Nadan, who has always celebrated the festival with his loved ones, says, Thanksgiving to me is a holiday of showing gratitude and building community. In the US, Ajays Thanksgiving celebration was dinners with immediate family, and friends. Celebrating Thanksgiving away from his homeland, looks a little different. Here, it means connecting more with people that Ive met recently. So, my meaning of Thanksgiving has evolved, he adds. His words echo the sentiment of the F.R.I.E.N.D.S episode where five of them come together to pool in money, so that Rachel could keep up with her Thanksgiving tradition of skiing with her family, but in the end, celebrates with her friends. Ajay says, It is a bittersweet experience of celebrating away from parents and missing the comfort of familiar dishes. But its more of a matter of scope and also kind of finding family across the world. Food, Ajay says, is only a catalyst. Id love to have biryani on the table, too. But ultimately, Thanksgiving is about coming together and reflecting. This year, he plans to gather and cook with other Fulbright Scholars. For Siddarth Seenivasa, who has studied and worked in different cities, the holiday has shifted with geography. [Previously], Id take time off from work to go back home, see my family and old friends, he says. And with time, the definition of celebration also evolved. He shares, As kids, we often dont understand the meaning of Thanksgiving. We think its when we get a week off from school, and stay at home. But as I grow older, Im understanding the history behind the festival. The first commonly known Thanksgiving meal began as a three-day harvest feast in 1621 in Massachusetts, shared by English colonists and the Wampanoag people (Native Americans). The first national holiday was declared by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863, and it became a rich tradition when President Franklin D Roosevelt officially set the fourth Thursday in November as Thanksgiving Day in 1941. Ajay's Thanksgiving celebration This year, Thanksgiving falls on November 27. While Ajay plans to cook his meal with his friends, Siddarth is thinking about having dinner with people hes grown close to during his time in the city. For him, food remains an emotional anchor. Im a mac and cheese fan. So if theres any way I could go get a box of mac and cheese here, Im going to buy that, he shares. Last year, he hosted a dinner, inviting new co-workers and friends that I had just met in the past couple of months. People from other cultures, when invited, know that Im willing to form a new connection with anyone. They leave knowing that Thanksgiving is inclusive, and mainly meant to thank and to foster new connections or to grow existing connections, regardless of your background, he points out. If he could bring Chennai to his American table, he would like to take Kollywood and introduce that his friends. I would start with the 2001 Vijay and Suriya movie, Friends . As these scholars gather around improvised tables, their celebrations shaped by memories and new connections, they show how Thanksgiving, much like a good sitcom, evolves with every season of life.
TNRDC floats tenders for last 30km stretch of Peripheral Ring Road project
Damaged main road in Balaji Nagar puts residents to hardship
Residents attribute the poor condition of the road to a leak in the water pipeline at the junction of the 37th and 36th streets, with overflowing water damaging the road badly.
Cyclone Senyar | T.N. braces for intense rainfall; Bay weather system may deepen
Expectations run high that the wet spell could help wipe out rain deficits in districts such as Perambalur, Chengalpattu, Chennai, and Kancheepuram.
TVK Shifts Outreach to Puducherry After refusal of nod in Salem
Kamarajar Port all set to starting handling large windmill components
The port will create storage yards for windmill components, modification of internal roads, strengthen the existing yards in case of additional storage to handle long windmill blades
AIADMK has always stood by the people, says EPS
Investors crash event, thrash bridegroom
Stray cattle now join hawkers to mess up T Nagar pedestrian plaza
Public toilets to get No Fee Zone tag soon
Two men arrested for possession of narcotics
Apollo Homecare completes 10 years
Murder suspect, who was on the run for 21 years, apprehended in Bengaluru
BIS organises meeting for revised Indian Standard
Ramadoss discusses with party colleagues about floating new party
Residents want CMDA to lift halt on building permissions around Pallikaranai marsh
G. Prakash, Member-Secretary of the CMDA, apologised for not issuing a public clarification about the circular and that the halt on permissions is only temporary.
Nemilichery lake slips back into neglect after brief revival
City may have to wait for heavy rain as system brews over Bay
Police nab murder suspect after 21 years
Vyjayanthimala Bali receives Dr. Mrs YGP Award for Cultural Excellence
Food carts flout HC order, encroach road
Man, 31, dies by suicide while on video call
Motorist run over by speeding truck near Thirumukkudal
Twins who shared a common placenta delivered safely at MGM Healthcare
New two-wheeler multi-level parking proposed at T. Nagar MLA office campus
Ennore power plant to be expanded
Teynampet traffic gridlock continues
Thiruma cautions vijay about right wing infiltration in TVK
ED begins searches in Aarudhra gold investment scam
Passengers fume as Indigo flights face long delays, airline cites 'operational reasons'
NEW DELHI: Indigo flights across the country suffered extensive delays from Wednesday evening into the night, with the airline repeatedly citing operational reasons. While Indigo also mentioned air-traffic congestion at Mumbai and Delhi, officials at Delhi airport completely denied any such congestion. Passengers, meanwhile, alleged that the non-availability of pilots for certain flights was among the key causes. Multiple attempts to obtain an official response from Indigo yielded no result. However, the airlines official handle on X kept replying to passengers that every delay was due to operational reasons. The worst affected routes included the DelhiChandigarh sector, where flights were delayed in both directions. Deepak Dhiman, a passenger, posted, Indigo flight 6E 2195 from Chandigarh to Delhi is delayed by 6 hours. Pilot is not available to fire the engine. Passengers are forced to wait for the pilot. No one knows when this flight will take off. An hour later, he updated that the pilot had arrived and the plane was being refuelled. Rajeev Chawla, another irate passenger, questioned the airline, Do you have a sense of responsibility? Flight from Delhi to Chandigarh (6E 2196) was to depart at 2.55 pm. Now it will depart at 8 pm. Is it fair to harass customers for a 45-min flight for five hours? Passenger Anandika Khajuria appealed to the aviation regulator DGCA and the Civil Aviation Minister to look into what operational issues were causing such lengthy delays. Although Indigo attributed the delays to congestion at Delhis Indira Gandhi International Airport, multiple airport sources, including the official spokesperson, denied any such congestion. In the south, the Bengaluru to Coimbatore service (6E 914) departed at 8.20 pm instead of 4.45 pm. Passenger Mayank Jha posted, Flight 6E 914 was supposed to take off at 4.45 pm. Delayed to 7.15 pm and delayed further because the First Officer hasnt even arrived. Who is accountable for this level of mismanagement? The Chennai to Jaipur flight (6E 6381), scheduled to depart at 8.50 pm, was postponed repeatedly before finally being rescheduled to 1 am on 27 November. Flyer Vijay Mathur listed four different delay announcements: from 8.50 pm to 9.20 pm; then to 10.50 pm; then to 12.50 am; and finally to 1 am. The Chandigarh to Mumbai flight (6E 5019) was delayed by nearly seven hours. Scheduled to take off at 3.55 pm, it was eventually slated for departure at 10.45 pm. Passenger Apurva Parekh wrote, Delays of 6 hours and no clarity. These guys have no clue how to handle passengers. Very bad customer service and support. Indigo responded that the delay was due to operational reasons and said the team was doing its best to get the aircraft airborne. Another flyer on the same service, Kumar Gaurav, demanded clarity on the delay. The Mumbai to Bengaluru flight (6E 5074) was delayed thrice, contributing to nearly two hours of waiting time. The delay was attributed to the late arrival of the incoming aircraft (6E 5073). Passenger Pramod Modi posted, 6E 5073 delayed by almost three hours but still such poor gate management that no one in ground staff is able to decide the boarding gate Indigo did not issue any official statement on the disruptions. One user even defended the airline, arguing that the delayed flights formed only a small portion of its total operations. A day earlier, on Tuesday, more than 100 passengers on the Pune to Delhi flight (6E 2285) were delayed by over three hours after one of the pilots refused to fly, stating his duty hours had ended, according to reports from Pune. Violation of Flight Duty Time Limitations is taken seriously by the aviation regulator. If you want, I can also polish the headline further or give 23 alternate options.
Sengottaiyan quits as MLA, meets Vijay
Finance Commission's Formula: Is It Short-Changing Southern States?
Southern states fear the 16th Finance Commission's report will short-change them, arguing current formulas favour population and lower incomes over performance and tax collection. They highlight declining fiscal capacity despite strong socio-economic indicators and advocate for a rebalanced approach to tax revenue sharing, including cesses and surcharges, to foster true cooperative federalism.
NDRF, SDRF teams deputed to Chennai in view of weather advisory
PMK founder Ramadoss discusses floating a new party
Tamil Nadus deceased donor count reaches 240
Official data show a total of 1,128 deceased donors were recorded in the country in 2024, of which 80% came from five States - Tamil Nadu (268), Telangana (188), Maharashtra (172), Karnataka (162) and Gujarat (119)
Tamil Nadus first village startup community launched in Coimbatore district
The Pillaiappampalayam Startup Community has been launched in association with Rural Women Technology Park and PSGR Krishnammal College for Women.
Has Vijay Sethupathi joined Rajinikanth`s Jailer 2 team in Goa?
Rumours suggest Vijay Sethupathi has joined Rajinikanths Jailer 2, though no official confirmation has been given. The sequel, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, is creating massive buzz as shooting progresses across Goa and Chennai
Madras high court summons IAS officers for failure to regulate vendors on Marina Beach
Dr Mehtas Hospitals hosts World Prematurity Day musical fundraiser event in Chennai
The event aimed to raise awareness on preterm birth and mobilise financial support for underprivileged families requiring advanced neonatal intensive care.
Gainers & Losers: Swaraj Suiting, MCX, Chennai Petroleum among 7 big movers
Benchmark indices jumped on strong sectoral support from financials, energy, IT and autos, while stocks such as Swaraj Suiting, MCX, Reliance Power, Gallard Steel, Natco Pharma, Bharti Airtel and Chennai Petroleum saw major action driven by news flows and market sentiment.
Chennais Umpherston Street: when names metamorphose
This was where P.Venkatachellum started his business of curry powders, sauces,condiments and built an empire that saw his products being sold from Europe to Australia. He was one of the few Dalit successes from Madras in business
Expelled AIADMK Leader KA Sengottaiyan Meets Vijay, Fuels Talk Of TVK Switch
Expelled AIADMK strongman KA Sengottaiyan met Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) founder and actor Vijay in Chennai today, intensifying speculation that the expelled nine-time MLA may soon join the fledgling party.
Varun Chakravarthy to put to test as Tamil Nadu captain in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Maths-teacher-turned-baker makes Sri Lankan buns and rolls in Chennai
Paramanathan Ravichandran, who migrated to India from Sri Lanka, runs a bakery in Porur, Chennai where he makes paan, rolls, and buns inspired by flavours back home
The winning shoes from the World Championships of Shoemaking arrive at the Bridlen store in Chennai
The top three shoes were selected by an international jury and unveiled at the London Super Trunk Show 2025
(PLEASE ADD MUSICIAN CHENNAI-BASED ETC FOR ONLINE)Khatija Rahmans artistry meets the expansive arrangements of singer Kalyani Nair, weaving together strings, choral harmonies and live instrumentation
Vels Launches Rs 25 Crore Football Academy and Swimming School in Chennai, Inaugurated by P. T. Usha
Padma Shri Dr. P. T. Usha, Honble MP and President of the Indian Olympic Association, inaugurated the Vels Football Residential Academy and Vels Swimming School at Vels University's Thalambur campus (OMR), Chennai. Established by the Vels Group of Institutions with an investment of Rs25 crores, the sports campus aims to position Tamil Nadu as a rising centre for football and aquatic sports. Vels FC was inaugurated by Indian Olympic Association President Dr. P. T. Usha in the presence of Vels Group of Institutions Chairman Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh The academy features a FIFA-standard football turf, a modern residential training complex, and international-level coaching led by experienced Spanish trainers. More than 200 players from across India are currently enrolled in structured football programmes. In a significant step towards international exposure, Vels FC has sponsored a student with Rs20 lakhfor advanced football training in Spain. The campus also includes the Vels Swimming School, which houses Olympic-standard swimming lanes, a three-level diving platform, and a pool with depths ranging from 3 to 12 feet making it among the most advanced aquatic training centres in the region. During the event, Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh, the President of the Tamil Nadu Olympic Association and Founder Chancellor of Vels University, felicitated Tamil Nadus Kabaddi gold medalists Karthika and Abinash with scholarships worth Rs1 lakh each. He also announced that 80 talented students from rural Tamil Nadu have been offered free training, accommodation, nutrition, and education as part of the institutions commitment to grassroots sports development. initiativ e and urged more institutions to contribute to grassroots sports. He also appealed to the IOAPresident to allow Tamil Nadu to host the National Games for the first time. The launch of the Vels Football Residential Academy and Vels Swimming School marks a major milestone in Tamil Nadus sporting landscape, providing young athletes with world-class infrastructure, international coaching, and opportunities to pursue excellence at national and global levels. velsfc.com
SIT records statements of Sabarimala priests in gold theft probe
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Sabarimala gold theft case has recorded the statements of Sabarimala priests Kandararu Mohanararu and Kandararu Rajeevararu. The two were questioned about their role in moving the gold-coated copper sheets from the temple premises to outside. They told the SIT that they had no role in deciding to send the gold sheets to Chennai for repair. That decision, they said, was made by the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB), and they were only asked to grant approval as the temples chief priests. The board had informed them that the gold sheets would be handed over to Unnikrishnan Potti for transport outside the state for repair work, the duo testified, according to sources. The SIT also sought details of Unnikrishnan and his conduct while he worked as an aide to a junior priest in Sabarimala. The thanthris said they had known him since his appointment in 2008. They told investigators that he had forged friendships with several affluent devotees and had brought sponsorships for various temple needs. They added that they had no financial dealings with him and interacted with him only because he was a regular pilgrim and had worked for eight years as an assistant to a junior priest. The SIT also inquired about how Unnikrishnan was appointed at the shrine. Some of the accused arrested earlier had told investigators that the thanthris had given their approval to take the gold sheets from the dwarapalaka idols and the sreekovil doorframe out of the temple. Based on those statements, the SIT recorded the priests testimonies.
Man arrested in Chennai in 1.74 crore GST fraud case after absconding for two years
Who is Urvil Patel, the Gujarat opener who blasted a 31-ball century?
Gujarat skipper Urvil Patel smashed an unbeaten 119 off just 37 balls, including 12 fours and 10 sixes, to lead his team to an eight-wicket victory. This explosive innings, featuring a century in 31 balls, marks another milestone for the Chennai Super Kings player.
'Sadly, It's Working In...': Google Meet Outage Triggers Meme Storm Among Office-Goers On X
Google Meet suffered a major outage, with users in Delhi, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Madurai, Bengaluru, and Chennai reporting access and server issues.
Former AIADMK minister K.A. Sengottaiyan resigned from the Assembly and is set to join actor Vijay's party. His departure follows his removal from AIADMK after meeting with rival faction leaders and his prior attempts at party reunification, reportedly at the behest of the BJP.
Natco Pharma shares jump over 5% after three-day slump
Natco Pharma shares surged on Wednesday, bouncing back from a three-day decline that followed a US FDA inspection of its API manufacturing facility in Manali, Chennai, conducted from November 1721, 2025. The inspection flagged seven Form-483 observations, which the company termed procedural and manageable.
Govt, Authorities Take Decisions Accordingly: BJP As India-Pakistan Cricket Teams Set To Clash Again
National Spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad: As India and Pakistan are set to face each other once again on the world stage, with their highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2026 match confirmed for February 15, BJP leader Nitin Nabin on Wednesday said that sports should remain separate from politics and that the government and concerned bodies will take decisions based on policy and circumstances. Speaking to IANS, Nitin Nabin said, Sports is a separate domain. The government and concerned authorities examine the situation and take decisions accordingly. Along with sports, public sentiment is also understood and taken into consideration. JD(U) National Spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad also reacted, stating, In the Asia Cup too, both countries played against each other. This should be viewed in the spirit of sports and not connected to politics. Such events reflect a healthy mindset. JD(U) MLC Gulam Gaush added, Cricket is fine, but whenever a match takes place, it feels like war. That should not happen. Efforts must be made to improve relations. Meanwhile, defending champions India will take on arch-rivals Pakistan at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 15, 2026 after opening their campaign in the group stage against minnows United States of America at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 7, 2026. India are in Group A with the Netherlands and Namibia as the other teams in the group. No country has ever defended their title in the T20 World Cup so far and hosts India will be hoping to become the first country to do so. In their remaining group stage fixtures, India will take on Namibia on February 12 in New Delhi and will round off the proceedings against the Netherlands in Ahmedabad on February 18, 2026. India are in Group A with the Netherlands and Namibia as the other teams in the group. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Matches will be played at eight venues -- the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, and MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. In Sri Lanka, matches will be played at the R. Premadasa Stadium, the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo, and the Pallekele International Stadium in Kandy. Article Source: IANS
One district in India got 220,000 H-1B visas: US economist alleges massive fraud in system
A former United States Congressman and economist, Dr. Dave Brat, has alleged large-scale fraud in the H-1B visa programme, claiming that one Indian consular district- Chennai accounted for more than double the annual statutory cap for the visa category. His remarks, made on Steve Bannons War Room podcast, come at a time when the Donald Trump administration is escalating its scrutiny of skilled-worker visas. Dr. Brat argued that the programme had been captured by industrial-scale fraud, pointing to the disproportionate share of applicants from India. Seventy-one per cent of H-1B visas come from India and only 12 per cent from China. That tells you something right there, he said. There is a cap of only 85,000 H-1B visas, yet one district in India, the Madras (Chennai) district received 220,000. That is two-and-a-half times the cap set by Congress. That is the scam. DR. DAVE BRAT: 71% of H-1B visas come from India. The national cap is 85,000, yet one Indian district got 220,000! That's 2.5x the limit! When you hear H-1B, think of your family, because these fraudulent visas just stole their future. @brateconomics pic.twitter.com/8O1v8qVJPe Bannons WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) November 24, 2025 According to reports, the U.S. Consulate in Chennai processed approximately 220,000 H-1B visas and 140,000 H-4 dependent visas in 2024. The consulate serves applicants from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Telangana, making it one of the busiest H-1B processing centres globally. Linking the issue to employment in the United States, Brat claimed that misuse of the programme posed a threat to American workers. When I say H-1B visa, you need to think of your cousins, your aunts and uncles, your grandparents. One of these folks comes over and claims they are skilled; they are not, thats the fraud, he alleged. They just took away your familys job and your mortgage. You dont have certain talents here: Trump makes rare defence of the H-1B visa program Former US diplomat allages' industrialised' visa fraud Brats claims echo earlier allegations by Mahvash Siddiqui, an Indian-origin US Foreign Service officer who served at the Chennai consulate nearly two decades ago. Speaking on a podcast, Siddiqui alleged widespread and systematic fraud in the H-1B programme, claiming that a majority of working visas issued to Indian applicants were obtained fraudulently. Siddiqui, who served at the post between 2005 and 2007, recounted her experience at what was then one of the worlds largest H-1B processing centres. She cited claims that in 2024 alone the mission adjudicated 220,000 H-1B visas and 140,000 H-4 visas for dependent family members. She alleged that 8090% of visas issued to Indians, mainly H-1Bs involved fraudulent documentation, including fabricated educational credentials or applicants who did not meet the requirements for highly skilled employment. As an Indian-American, I hate to say this, but fraud and bribery are normalised in India, she said. She also alleged that some applicants attempted to avoid interviews by American officers, that proxy candidates sometimes appeared in place of genuine applicants, and that certain hiring managers in India demanded money in exchange for job offers used to support visa applications. Trump wants skilled overseas workers to 'train Americans' then 'go back home': US Treasury Secretary
Tamil Nadu braces for heavy rains as Cyclone Senyar is set to form over the Bay of Bengal by November 27. The India Meteorological Department warns of extremely wet conditions across the state. Three delta districts will see very heavy rain on November 28. Chennai and seven other districts face similar conditions on November 29.
Woman strangles hubby to death in chennai, stages suicide drama
CHENNAI: A suspected suicide turned into a murder after the postmortem performed on a 35-year-old man revealed that he was strangled to death. The police have arrested the deceaseds wife, Saranya, 29, for allegedly killing him and staging the death as suicide. The deceased, Manikandan, a driver from Venkateswara Nagar, had married Saranya in 2014. Initially, Saranya told the police that she and her Manikandan had a heated argument on November 23, and that she had slept in the hall along with the children. She claimed when she woke up later, she found the bedroom door open and Manikandan hanging from the ceiling on a nylon rope. According to her statement, she had cut the rope and took him to a nearby private hospital, where he was declared dead. Sources said the couples two children had often witnessed them engaging in arguments at home. The neighbours also said that the quarrels escalated when Manikandan returned home intoxicated. Suspicion arose when Manikandans sister, Uma Maheshwari, lodged a complaint alleging foul play. The body was sent to Government Stanley Hospital, where forensic experts confirmed death by strangulation. After intensive questioning, Saranya allegedly confessed to strangling her husband while he was sleeping and later hanging the body to mislead relatives. Investigators also found she had been involved in an extra marital affair for the past four years. The police are now probing whether he had any role in the crime. Saranya has been arrested and charged with murder.
Muzzling pet dogs in public not must, GCC tells Madras HC
CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) on Tuesday informed the Madras High Court that pet owners are not required to muzzle their dogs in public places, clarifying that its recent communication on muzzling was only an advisory and not a mandatory rule. The clarification came during the hearing of a petition filed by NGO People for Cattle in India, which argued that certain breeds cannot be fitted with muzzles due to their facial structure. Appearing before Justice V Lakshminarayanan, GCC counsel assured the court that no fine would be imposed on pet owners for not using muzzles. However, he stressed keeping dogs leashed in public places remains compulsory, and those found violating this rule will face a `500 penalty. Responding to concerns over licencing norms issued following recent dog-bite incidents in the city, the civic body said the deadline to obtain pet licence, initially set for November 24, has now been extended to December 7, with further flexibility if required. The GCC said 82,000 online applications have been received so far, and over 35,348 dogs have been vaccinated and certified. The corporation also clarified that microchipping is a one-time requirement, not an annual process. It further addressed complaints from animal welfare organisations, stating NGOs sheltering rescued animals may register them and later transfer the registration to adoptive owners without additional fees. In response to a petitioners claim that the online portal restricted users to registering only four animals, GCC said the cap was a technical glitch and has since been fixed. After recording the corporations explanations, the high court closed the petition and directed that the clarifications be published as a formal notification within a week.
Nesting season yet to start, but 7 Olive Ridleys wash ashore dead on Chennai coast
CHENNAI: While the nesting season still weeks away, the early death of seven Olive Ridley turtles along the Chennai shoreline has raised alarm among wildlife authorities, who fear a repeat of last seasons mass mortality. Preliminary examinations suggest drowning due to entanglement in fishing nets, with forest officials noting most of the carcasses found were males, an indicator that the turtles may have been trapped while migrating or mating offshore. Chief Wildlife Warden Rakesh Kumar Dogra told TNIE the state government has moved swiftly. An interdepartmental meeting was held recently. The fisheries department said it has received sanction to procure 1,000 Turtle Excluder Devices (TEDs), which are crucial to reducing mortality, he said. TEDs allow turtles to escape from trawl nets and are mandated under national sea turtle conservation guidelines. Dogra said the Chennai Wildlife Warden has also been directed to step up intelligence gathering on problematic fishing gear like long squid nets. We have procured an underwater drone to capture visual evidence and monitor hotspots. A meeting has already been held with all coastal DFOs asking them to remain extra vigilant, he added. The strandings come at a sensitive time. Tamil Nadu is preparing to launch a full-fledged two-year telemetry study in December to scientifically track Olive Ridley movement patterns along the states coastline. Under the Rs 84 lakh telemetry project, 20 Olive Ridleys - 10 from Chennai and the rest from other nesting beaches - will be fitted with Argos satellite transmitters to map migratory routes, nearshore hotspots and entanglement-prone fishing grounds between 2025 and 2027. The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) will be doing the tagging and field operations, while the Advanced Institute for Wildlife Conservation (AIWC) will conduct nearshore surveys, fisher assessments and flipper tagging. Immediate sanction of Rs 59.14 lakh has been accorded for 2025-26. Additional chief secretary Supriya Sahu confirmed to the TNIE that sea turtle biologist Dr R Suresh Kumar of WII will be coming in mid-December to begin the telemetry study. His expertise will guide Tamil Nadus long-term conservation roadmap. To reinforce protection, the government will also deploy two units of the Marine Elite Force in the first week of December, marking the first time Tamil Nadu will have specialised coastal enforcement teams exclusively focused on curbing illegal trawling, gill-netting and nearshore fishing violations-persistent causes of turtle mortality.
Chennai Got 220,000 H-1B Visas: US Economist's Fraud Allegation
America's H-1B visa programme is once again in hot water after an economist accused the system of fraud, alleging that the Chennai district in India obtained more than twice the total number of visas allowed nationwide.
H-1B fraud in Chennai, Hyderabad: US diplomat, economists claims stir row
A fresh controversy has emerged over the integrity of the H-1B visa programme as Indian-American diplomat Mahvash Siddiqui and former US Congressman Dr. Dave Brat brought forth serious allegations of fraud focused on Hyderabad and Chennai, key gateways for Indian applicants. Siddiqui, who served as a US consular officer in Chennai from 2005 to 2007, 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 .
Tamil Nadu rain alert: A deep depression over the Strait of Malacca is intensifying and is forecast to become Cyclone Senyar and the weather system is expected to bring heavy rainfall to Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Incessant rainfall in several districts of Tamil Nadu has already crippled normal life in the state with more showers expected in the coming days.
Apollo Micro Systems shares in focus on MoU with IIT-Chennai, Indian Navy to fast-track defence tech
Apollo Micro Systems is set for active trade following a significant collaboration. The company, along with IIT-Chennai and the Indian Navy, will focus on developing advanced homegrown defence technologies. This partnership aims to meet the operational needs of the Armed Forces through indigenous research and development.
CCB seizes ecstasy pills, MDMA worth Rs 23.74 cr from Nigerian
BENGALURU: The Anti-Narcotics Wing of the Central Crime Branch (CCB) busted a synthetic-drug peddling network by raiding the premises of a Nigerian national in Bagaluru. The CCB sleuths seized 11 kg 640 gram of MDMA crystals, 1,040 ecstasy pills, 2 kg 235 gram of raw materials, valued at approximately Rs 23.74 crore from the house where the accused, N Ejike Nzegwu, 42, was staying. The seized drugs were stored to sell during the New Year celebrations. A report has been submitted with the Bagaluru police, to act against the owner of the house for failing to adhere to legal requirements while renting out for foreign nationals. Nzegwu entered India in 2017 on a business visa via Sri Lanka, and after his visa expired, he continued to stay illegally in Bagaluru. His wife, too, was arrested for overstaying in the country and was sent to a detention centre. The couples three children are staying in Nigeria. An NDPS case was registered against him in 2019 in the city, and he was sent to prison. After being released, he again engaged in drug peddling, and in 2020, another case under the NDPS Act and the Foreigners Act was registered against him at the Konanakunte Police Station. After coming out of the jail, he shifted to Chennai and was arrested there again. From there he went to Andhra Pradesh and was even caught there by the police. He was in judicial custody till 2024 and then came to Bengaluru. The accused was not selling the drugs to consumers but to drug traffickers mostly from African countries. He was reportedly getting drugs from Delhi and other north Indian states. He was obtaining bank accounts of some African nationals returning back to their native countries after their visa period. For every bank account, he was paying Rs 25,000. These account numbers were used as mule accounts for the other traffickers to send him the money, said an officer.
A walk post meal can step up your health goals
Walking after meals, often called postprandial walking, is one of the simplest yet most powerful habits for improving metabolic health. A short 10-15-minute walk can significantly influence how your body processes food, manages blood sugar, and stores fat. This small daily practice supports digestion, stabilises energy levels, and contributes meaningfully to long-term weight management. After eating, blood glucose levels naturally rise as food is digested and absorbed. Normally, insulin helps move this glucose into cells for use or storage. However, prolonged sitting after meals or consuming high-carbohydrate foods can lead to larger glucose spikes, placing greater demand on insulin. Over time, repeated spikes can contribute to insulin resistance, fatigue, and difficulty with weight control. Walking immediately after a meal activates your largest muscle groups, your legs. These muscles act like a sponge, pulling glucose out of the bloodstream and using it for energy. This process allows the body to lower blood sugar more efficiently without relying solely on insulin. Even light-intensity walking can significantly reduce the rise in glucose that typically occurs after meals. The timing is especially important because walking during the post-meal period aligns movement with the bodys natural metabolic response. Instead of storing excess glucose as fat, your muscles utilise it right away. Post-meal walking contributes to weight management in several interconnected ways: High insulin levels encourage the body to store fat, especially around the abdomen. By reducing glucose spikes, walking prevents the sharp increase in insulin that promotes fat storage. Over time, this supports healthier body composition and easier weight control. Consistently lowering the demand for insulin helps the body become more sensitive to it. Improved insulin sensitivity is strongly linked to weight management, reduced inflammation, better hormonal balance, and easier fat loss. Large fluctuations in blood sugar often lead to hunger soon after a meal, increasing cravings for sweets or snacks. Walking helps flatten these fluctuations, stabilising appetite and reducing unnecessary caloric intake. This natural appetite regulation supports sustainable weight loss without extreme dieting. Walking after meals adds small bursts of physical activity throughout the day. These short bouts cumulatively increase daily calorie burn without stressing the body. Unlike high-intensity workouts, which may elevate cortisol and increase hunger in some individuals, light walking supports fat loss while keeping stress hormones stable. Walking stimulates digestion by promoting movement in the gastrointestinal tract. Many people find that post-meal walking helps reduce bloating, acidity, and heaviness after eating. This improved digestive motility also helps regulate bowel movements, making it especially helpful for individuals with sluggish digestion, PCOS, or metabolic challenges. Instead of feeling sleepy after meals, a short walk boosts blood circulation, oxygen delivery, and alertness. This makes post-meal walking highly useful for professionals, students, and anyone who experiences mid-day energy dips. Better glucose control directly translates into more stable energy and improved cognitive performance. You dont need long or intense sessions. The most effective pattern is: Walk for 10-15 minutes after each major meal Keep the pace light to moderate, comfortable enough to hold a conversation Aim for consistency rather than intensity Even a single post-meal walk, such as after lunch or dinner, can have measurable benefits. For individuals managing diabetes, insulin resistance, PCOS, or stubborn weight, walking after every meal is particularly impactful. Walking after meals is a powerful, accessible, and sustainable lifestyle habit that significantly improves glucose metabolism, insulin sensitivity, appetite regulation, and overall metabolic health. By activating large muscle groups during the critical post-meal window, the body uses glucose efficiently, reduces fat storage, and maintains stable energy levels. This simple habit, just 10 to 15 minutes of walking, can have profound long-term effects on weight management and overall well-being.
In India today, where therapy remains expensive, social pressures run high, and conversations around mental health are still evolving, self-help books have steadily claimed more space on bookstore shelves and Kindle libraries. They offer companionship and guidance, breaking down complex emotions and helping readers take actionable steps, as people navigate fast-changing careers and personal expectations. They also often open quiet windows to reflect, reset, and rebuild, by blending storytelling, cultural familiarity, and practical wisdom, to help readers feel understood, supported, and seen. An established voice in the self-help space is Vani Pradeep, who has carved a niche as an author and coach. Her book Soul Feeder 2.0 draws from her extensive experience in positive psychology to help readers understand and reshape their lives. With some chapters from it translated to Tamil, and most chapters added anew, is Anaiththum Neeye , launched earlier this year. Returning to her alma mater MOP Vaishnav College for Women for an event titled Author Speak, on Tuesday, after winning the International Literary Award in non-fiction for Soul Feeder 2.0 , Vani was determined to inspire a new generation of writers. She firstly stressed on the importance of young students recognising the power of the human brain and encouraged practices like meditation to improve focus and wellbeing. While her address largely centred on adopting mindful habits for overall growth, she also outlined practical steps for aspiring or hesitant writers. Publishing, she said, can provide the confidence needed to move forward. Start by getting something published in your college magazine or a journal. It will motivate you to take the next step, she advised. But investing real time in a book, she said, involves far more than simply conceiving an idea and putting it down on paper or on screen. It is very important to read, re-read, and re-evaluate your work, she added. And while undergoing the process herself, Vani said the Pomodoro Technique working in focused 25-minute bursts followed by a short break to boost concentration and prevent burnout helped her best. Vani also underscored the need for students to grasp the basics of copyright and trademark protection, and emphasised the value of using AI as a tool for support rather than as a shortcut that leads to plagiarism. Her session ended with an interactive game. She invited audience members to call out a number between 1 and 224; each time a number was chosen, she flipped to that page in her book and read it aloud, suggesting the message might hold personal significance for that person. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by the organising committee that comprised the Library and Digital Resource Centre of MOP Vaishnav College, and Pegasus, their student book club.
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