Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to hold roadshow in Madurantakam tomorrow
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President Vijay will hold a roadshow for party candidate Maragatham Kumaravel in Madurantakam on Friday, ahead of the October 6 Assembly bypoll. Madurantakam and Dharapuram will go to the polls on Tuesday, with both constituencies witnessing five-cornered contests. Campaigning has intensified as candidates and party leaders step up their efforts to secure votes in the final days before polling. Vijay is expected to begin his visit with prayers at the Adhiparasakthi temple in Melmaruvathur before paying homage at the memorial of spiritual leader Bangaru Adigalar. He will then proceed to the constituency for the roadshow, according to the proposed programme. The roadshow is scheduled from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and is expected to cover Mamandur, Padalam junction, the Karunguzhi Ayyanar temple area and Savarambakkam, among other locations. Preparations are gathering pace along the proposed route. The TVK leadership has instructed party legislators to oversee arrangements, assigning an MLA to every five-kilometre stretch. The allocation is intended to coordinate preparations across the route as local units mobilise supporters for the Chief Ministers visit. Fridays programme will mark another campaign appearance by Vijay in support of Kumaravel. During his earlier visit on September 25, he urged voters to teach what he described as evil forces and other opponents a lesson through the bypoll. His return comes as the party seeks to strengthen its campaign during the closing phase of the electoral contest. The roadshow will take him through several localities, allowing the party to reach voters across a substantial part of Madurantakam. Leaders of TVKs alliance parties have also campaigned in the constituency. With only five days remaining before voting, the campaign focus in both Madurantakam and Dharapuram has shifted towards public meetings and constituency tours, with parties seeking to consolidate support and make their final appeals to the electorate.
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Football: Mumbai City confirm return of Farukh Choudhary for upcoming season
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 1 (IANS) Mumbai City have confirmed the return of Farukh Choudhary to the club, with the attacker signing a deal that will keep him at the club until the end of the 2026-27 season. Born in Ambarnath, Maharashtra, Choudhary is no stranger to the Islanders, having previously made six appearances for the club during the 2020-21 Indian Super League season. Since then, he has gone on to represent Jamshedpur FC and Chennaiyin FC, making 126 Indian Super League appearances and registering seven goals and 10 assists across his career. Choudhary has also represented the Indian National Team, earned 24 caps and scored three goals for the Blue Tigers. Farukh Choudhary, an attacker at Mumbai City, said, Coming back to Mumbai City means a lot to me. I have had some really good memories here, and I am happy to be back with the club. I am looking forward to the new season, working hard with the team and giving my best on the pitch. We have a strong squad and big ambitions, and I want to contribute as much as I can and help the team achieve its goals. Earlier, Mumbai City had confirmed the arrival of Lazar irkovi, the Serbian joining the Islanders on a one-year deal, until the end of the 2026/27 season. Born in Ni, Lazar began his football journey with the Serbian SuperLiga club Rad in 2010. During his time there, he also gained valuable experience on loan at the Serbian League club Pali. In 2014, Lazar joined Serbian giants Partizan, making his official debut for the club in a UEFA Europa League fixture against Tottenham Hotspur. During his four-year spell with Partizan, he won two Serbian SuperLiga titles and one Serbian Cup before going on to represent Luzern in Switzerland, Maccabi Netanya in Israel, and Kisvrda and Honvd in Hungary. Lazar then moved to India, where he joined fellow Indian Super League side Chennaiyin FC. In his debut season, he played a crucial role in helping the club secure a place in the playoffs, earning a move to Jamshedpur FC the following season. He continued to deliver consistent performances for the Men of Steel, helping them reach the semi-finals. At international level, Lazar made his competitive debut for the Serbia Under-21s in 2013, featuring in a home victory over Northern Ireland. He represented the side intermittently until 2015 and was also part of Serbias squad for the 2015 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.
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TN cybercrime police caution public against online scam offers
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Police cybercrime wing has urged the public to remain alert to online fraud involving bogus lottery winnings, instant loan applications, scholarship promises and grocery discounts, warning that attractive offers can become traps for stealing money and personal information. In advisories aimed at improving public awareness, police said scammers were using messages and social media posts to draw people into fraudulent schemes. They advised users to check the authenticity of offers before making payments, opening links or providing sensitive information. One common method involves messages claiming that the recipient has won a lottery prize. Fraudsters then demand money under the guise of processing fees, taxes or other charges before the winnings can be released. Police urged people not to transfer money in response to such claims or disclose personal and banking details. Promises of huge winnings should be treated with caution, particularly when the sender seeks an advance payment. The wing also warned against fake grocery promotions offering unusually steep discounts. These advertisements are designed to attract customers and persuade them to follow links that may expose them to fraud. Consumers should verify any promotion through the retailers official website or application, police said. They should avoid unknown links and never share one-time passwords or banking information with anyone responding to an offer. Another advisory focused on fraudulent loan applications that promise access to money. According to police, such apps can be used to collect users personal data, which fraudsters subsequently exploit to harass them over repayments. The warning urged people to exercise caution before downloading applications advertised as providers of instant loans. The advisory also flagged scholarship-related scams among the online schemes against which the public should remain vigilant. People who lose money to cyber fraud, or encounter suspicious online activity, can call the national cybercrime helpline, 1930, or report the matter through cybercrime.gov.in, police said. The cybercrime wing has also been publishing awareness videos through its official social media accounts to explain how these scams operate and the precautions people can take. The advisories emphasise a common precaution across the schemes: verify the source of an offer before acting on it. Whether the message promises a prize, financial assistance or cheaper groceries, users should be wary of demands for money or confidential information.
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TN bypolls: TVK, allies to hold joint rally in Madurantakam today; CM Vijay to skip
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and its alliance partners will hold a joint public meeting in Madurantakam on Thursday, seeking to demonstrate unity and strengthen their campaign against the DMK and AIADMK ahead of the October 6 Assembly bypoll. VCK president Thol Thirumavalavan, Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president Manickam Tagore, MDMK general secretary Vaiko and IUML president K.M. Khader Mohideen are scheduled to address the gathering alongside TVK general secretaries N. Anand and Aadhav Arjuna. The meeting will be the first joint campaign organised by the TVK-led Secular Social Justice Victory alliance since its formation on September 9. Organisers expect around 5,000 people to attend. The rally comes amid unease among alliance partners over Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays recent campaign in Madurantakam, during which he did not share the stage with their leaders. His speech mentioned the IUML but left out the other constituents, prompting murmurs of dissatisfaction within the alliance. CM Vijay will also be absent from the Thursday meeting. He is scheduled to campaign separately in the constituency on October 2. TVK leaders, however, believe the participation of senior alliance leaders at the joint meeting, followed by CM Vijays campaign, will reinforce their collective strength and help answer criticism from the opposition. VCK General Secretary D. Ravikumar said the decision to organise the rally followed discussions on bringing all alliance partners together for a coordinated campaign. Thirumavalavan had initially planned a separate campaign in support of the TVK candidate. TVK leaders subsequently proposed a common platform involving the alliances principal leaders to demonstrate solidarity and counter the oppositions offensive. The alliance is seeking to challenge AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswamis appeal for justice for the betrayal and allegations of horse-trading directed at TVK and its leadership. Ravikumar said the joint meeting and CM Vijays subsequent visit were expected to strengthen the alliances response to these charges during the closing stages of campaigning. He visited the proposed venue with TVK functionaries and election coordinators to review preparations and oversee arrangements for the gathering. However, Ravikumar ruled out organising a similar joint rally in Dharapuram, where a bypoll is also scheduled, citing insufficient time to make the necessary arrangements. With campaigning ending on October 4, the Madurantakam meeting gives alliance leaders a shared platform before the final push for votes.
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Chennai Corporation to resume waste segregation campaign from today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) in Tamil Nadu will resume its 40-day household waste segregation awareness campaign across the citys southern region on Thursday, with civic officials reporting improved participation among residents who have received collection bags. The initiative, titled Segregate Waste - Save Tomorrow, was launched on August 22 but paused to allow officials to complete the distribution of dry waste bags and monitoring stickers to targeted households. As of September 28, materials had reached 45,000 of the 50,000 households identified for the programme. Officials said the remaining distribution would be completed shortly, after which the formal 40-day challenge would begin. Households demonstrating the best segregation practices will receive prizes at the conclusion. According to a senior civic official, segregation among households supplied with bags has increased from 35 per cent to 64 per cent. The campaign aims to help residents understand how to separate biodegradable, non-biodegradable, sanitary and hazardous waste before handing it over to collection workers. Officials said the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 require separate disposal of the four waste categories, making household participation central to the initiative. Residents in Adambakkam said daily visits and reminders from sanitation workers had encouraged them to separate waste into four categories. Some households had already been handing over wet and dry waste separately for more than two years. However, residents in some wards under the corporation flagged the absence of dedicated red bins for sanitary waste on some collection vehicles. Workers currently collect such items separately in plastic covers or black bins and record compliance on monitoring sheets displayed outside homes. Civic officials have instructed the private waste collection contractor to provide sanitary waste bins on battery-operated vehicles. A contractor spokesperson said red bins had been ordered and would be supplied to drivers once delivered. Collection workers, meanwhile, said uneven compliance was extending their working hours. A driver covering 23 streets in the Alandur zone said some residents insisted that workers separate mixed garbage themselves, delaying collection and reducing time for lunch breaks. A councillor said segregation was improving in residential neighbourhoods, although ensuring consistent participation in slum areas remained difficult. Officials said expanding the campaign across Chennai would require additional funding for bags. Supplies for the first phase were obtained through corporate social responsibility support, and further coverage would depend on securing fresh contributions.
G V Prakash Kumar's film with director Hariharan Ram enters final schedule of filming
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) Two-time National Award winning music director, producer and actor G V Prakash, who is now playing the lead in director Hariharan Ram's upcoming film, has now disclosed that shooting for the film had entered its final phase. Taking to his X timeline, G V Prakash, who posted a picture of himself from the sets of the film, wrote, Final schedule on. A @hariharanram24 film . Shot by @thenieswar sir @larkstudios1 @ParallelUniPic. For the unaware, Hariharan Ram is best known for having directed the critically acclaimed superhit film 'Joe'. The film, which is being produced by Lark Studios, which has delivered two blockbusters --Garudan and Maaman -- back-to-back, along with Parallel Universe Pictures, was announced officially in April this year. Malavika Manoj, who impressed audiences with her performance in 'Joe', plays the female lead opposite G.V. Prakash Kumar in this film. Sources disclosed that the film will present G V Prakash in a completely new dimension, for which he had undergone intense preparation. Cinematography for the film is being handled by one of the best in business, Theni Eswar. The ace cinematographer is best known for his visually striking work in films like 'Karnan' and 'Vaazhai'. The film officially went on floors in June this year. Hariharan Ram gained widespread acclaim with his critically and commercially successful film 'Joe'. Sources say that G.V. Prakash Kumar, who was impressed by his distinctive storytelling, not only agreed to headline the project but also compose the music for the film. G V Prakash, who is known as much for his acting as he is for his music, was recently in the news for having won a third National Award for Best Background score in the blockbuster Tamil film, 'Amaran', which was based on the life of Major Mukund Varadarajan who was awarded the Ashok Chakra, the countrys highest gallantry award, for his supreme sacrifice while fighting militants in Jammu and Kashmir.
Raiza Wilson's horror sci-fi thriller 'Nova' to now hit screens on October 9
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) The makers of director Milo's eagerly awaited horror science-fiction supernatural fantasy thriller 'Nova', featuring actress Raiza Wilson in the lead, have now announced that their film will hit screens worldwide on October 1 this year. Director Milo shared cinematographer Christo Bob's announcement that the film would hit screens on October 1 on his Instagram page. For the unaware, the film was earlier supposed to release on September 25. However, it was postponed. It may be recalled that the Censor Board has already cleared the film for release with a U/A certificate. Actress Raiza Wilson had taken to her Instagram page to share the update. Sharing a poster that showed the film had been certified U/A, she wrote, A fun sci-fi film for everyone. Raiza Wilson had disclosed earlier that she had braved blood-sucking leeches, constant mist and rain among other things to shoot for this film. Raiza, who is best known for her performance in 'Pyaar Prema Kaadhal', while sharing her experience of working on the eagerly awaited film, had said, The film is structured like a story within a story. I play an important character that appears in the flashback portions. The movie combines elements of action, thriller, and science-fiction. I have never acted in a story or role like this before, which is exactly why I was drawn to it, said Raiza Wilson and went on to add that the shoot took place in the forests of Marayoor in Kerala. We even filmed inside sandalwood forests, where obtaining permission itself is difficult. There were many challenges-- blood-sucking leeches, constant mist and rain, the intimidating sounds of wild animals, and muddy, slippery paths. Before going there, I thought the shoot would be quite easy. I had no idea it would be so demanding. I have never faced such difficulties in any of my previous films. Despite all this, we completed the shoot on schedule without delays, she had explained. Stating that director Milo always kept the atmosphere on set energetic and positive, the actress had said because of that, the hardships they faced never felt overwhelming. It is remarkable that he chose such a complex story for his very first feature film. It takes a lot of courage. He worked extremely hard and deserves appreciation for it. Since it rained most of the time, I often had to sit on set in wet clothes. The action scenes I performed were filmed there. Stunt master Vimal Rambo gave me specialized training. I had also already undergone fight training for my film 'Mr. X'. So, performing the action scenes in Nova became easier. Apart from Raiza Wilson, the cast also includes Dhruva of 'Aanmai Thavarael', Adviti Shetty, Bengali actress Krithika Biswas, Malayalam actor Joe John Chacko, Sendrayan, and YouTube personalities Finally Swathika and Finally Krishna.
TN: Heavy rain forecast in Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Erode today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds is likely in Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode districts on Thursday, the Meteorological Department said, as a trough extending across Tamil Nadu is expected to bring rainfall to several parts of the state. The trough runs from south interior of Karnataka to the Gulf of Mannar through Tamil Nadu. Under its influence, the three western districts could receive heavy showers, while several other districts are likely to experience moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning. The forecast places Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode among the areas expected to receive the heaviest rainfall. Strong winds could accompany the showers in these districts, according to the department. Moderate rain with thunderstorms is likely in Tiruchirappalli, Namakkal, Theni, Tenkasi, Tirupattur, Dindigul, Madurai and Virudhunagar. Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari districts could also receive moderate showers accompanied by thunder and lightning. The forecast indicates that rainfall will extend beyond the western districts, covering parts of central and southern Tamil Nadu. However, the intensity is expected to vary, with heavy rain predicted for the three western districts and moderate showers for the other districts mentioned by the department. Elsewhere in Tamil Nadu, light to moderate rain is likely at a few places. Similar conditions are expected in Puducherry and Karaikal, where the department has forecast light to moderate showers. For Chennai, the forecast points to a chance of light rain during the evening or night. The city is therefore expected to see milder rainfall than the heavy showers predicted in Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode. The departments outlook for the capital is limited to the possibility of light showers later in the day. It has not indicated heavy rainfall for Chennai in the forecast provided. Thursdays weather outlook highlights differing conditions across the region, ranging from heavy rain with strong winds in western Tamil Nadu to thunderstorms in several inland and southern districts and lighter showers elsewhere. The trough passing through the state is the weather feature associated with the expected rainfall. The department has linked the likelihood of heavy rain in Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode to its influence. While rain is possible across several districts, the forecast does not suggest uniform rainfall throughout Tamil Nadu. It identifies particular districts for heavier or thunderstorm activity and predicts scattered light to moderate showers in the remaining areas.
TN dams at 34 pc capacity; drinking water concerns mount
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) Water storage in Tamil Nadus 90 dams has fallen to about 34 per cent of their combined capacity, raising concerns over irrigation and drinking water supplies as persistent heat leaves 63 reservoirs with less than a quarter of their capacity. The dams, maintained by the Water Resources Department, can together hold 224 thousand million cubic feet (tmcft) of water. However, their current storage stands at just 76.4 tmcft, highlighting the pressure on water resources across several districts. Built across different rivers, these reservoirs support agriculture, supply drinking water and meet electricity generation requirements. Many are located in the Western Ghats, where they also serve as important water sources for wildlife and birds. The sharp decline in storage has increased dependence on the forthcoming northeast monsoon. Water Resources Department and drinking water board officials are awaiting rainfall to replenish reservoirs and help meet demand in the months ahead. Of the 90 dams, 63 are facing severely depleted storage, with water levels below 25 per cent of capacity. Some have little usable water remaining, exposing accumulated mud and silt. Storage in 17 dams is reported to be around 17 per cent. The situation has been compounded by sediment and waste accumulating in reservoirs that have not been adequately desilted. These deposits reduce effective storage capacity, potentially limiting the amount of water available even when rainfall improves. Although summer has ended, intense heat continues in several districts. The prolonged hot conditions have been attributed to the influence of El Nino, adding to concerns over the depletion of reservoir supplies. If the current conditions persist without sufficient rainfall, meeting drinking water requirements could become increasingly difficult in several districts. Reduced storage also threatens the availability of water for farms dependent on releases from the dams. The figures underline the importance of both rainfall and reservoir maintenance in securing water supplies. While the northeast monsoon could bring relief, accumulated silt remains a concern because it restricts the capacity available to capture and retain fresh inflows. Their recovery will depend on how much rain reaches the depleted reservoirs and catchments. For now, the depleted reservoirs leave water authorities dependent on a substantial improvement in rainfall. The coming monsoon will be crucial to easing shortages and restoring supplies for households, agriculture and other users across the affected districts.
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Bundela, Lahiri, Doru Emerge As Applicants For BCCI Mens Junior Selection Panel
Harvinder Singh Sodhi: Domestic cricket stalwarts Devendra Bundela, Saurasish Lahiri, and Nikhil Doru are among the prominent former players in contention for spots on the BCCIs new five-member junior selection committee. Yes, the likes of Bundela, Lahiri and Doru have expressed interest in being the next junior selection panel members. The BCCI is in the final stages of shortlisting candidates to succeed the outgoing S Sharath-led panel and may make an official statement in October, said a source tracking the development to IANS on Wednesday. The Sharath-led panel, which took charge in September 2021, comprises Ranadeb Bose (East Zone), Harvinder Singh Sodhi (North Zone), Pathik Patel (West Zone), and Krishen Mohan (Central Zone). As previously reported by IANS, former India off-spinner Ramesh Powar and ex-Uttar Pradesh fast bowler Ashish Winston Zaidi had submitted applications for positions on the panel, for which the BCCI invited applications in August. It is also understood that ex-India pacers Praveen Kumar and Sudeep Tyagi, along with former Mumbai batter Manoj Joglekar, have also submitted their applications for the junior selection panel, while a word on who comes from South Zone is yet to be known. While there was initial interest surrounding Powar being handed the chief selector's role, the decision could ultimately boil down to international experience following Praveens entry. As per the BCCIs selection committee protocols, the candidate with the highest number of Test caps is generally appointed as the chairman of the panel. Powar represented India in two Tests and 31 ODIs, while Praveen featured in six Tests, 68 ODIs, and 16 T20Is. Powar was recently involved as a spin consultant with the Australia Under-19 team during their ODI series against India in Rajkot. The Sharath-led panel had recently selected the India U-23 squad for a game against the CK Nayudu Trophy winners Tamil Nadu, with the clash to happen at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai and shortlisted a provisional squad for the upcoming U-19 Asia Cup, to be played later this year. With the new selectors yet to be finalised, coaches from the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) have been busy monitoring the next set of future U19 stars. The national junior mens domestic calendar will kick off when the Vinoo Mankad Trophy begins on October 8. Meanwhile, India fast bowler Umesh Yadav will play for Punjab as a guest player in the ongoing domestic season, after previously getting his NoC from Vidarbha. A new chapter begins. Grateful to start the 202627 domestic season with Punjab Cricket Association. With the new selectors yet to be finalised, coaches from the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) have been busy monitoring the next set of future U19 stars. The national junior mens domestic calendar will kick off when the Vinoo Mankad Trophy begins on October 8. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Young Aryan Roopa Anand produced a classy 6-under 66 in the opening round of the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) to take the outright lead, firing a sparkling six-under-66 at the Qutab Golf Course in New Delhi on Wednesday. It also gave his own team, Delhi Blue Bulls, who are playing at home, an early boost. With his team captain Shiv Kapur, who was runner-up at the last event in Ras AL Khaimah, also getting off to a good start with a 4-under 68, the Blue Bulls were well-placed in the team stakes. Young pro Sawai Hamendra Singh Bhati, who has shown promise in his past few appearances, and the experienced Sachin Baisoya, an IGPL winner in Mauritius, carded five-under 67s to share second place. Delhi Blue Bulls were in the lead in the team standings with contributions from Aryan and Kapur, and they were 10-under. Vimtra Chennai Lions, whose pillar is Gaganjeet Bhullar, and Green Fuels Vizag Dolphins, whose top star today was M Dharma, were tied second at 7-under. The crowded Day One leaderboard had a fascinating mix of youth and experience, as eight players, including one woman, Kashika Mishra, were tied fourth. The bunch included the pedigreed Shiv Kapur, the highly consistent Gaganjeet Bhullar, Varun Parikh, Arjun Prasad, making only his second IGPL start, veteran M. Dharma, Rohit Baisoya and Shaurya Binu. They all carded 4-under 68 each. Manav Shah, who had qualified for the US Open, was T-12 at 3-under 69, while Karandeep Kochhar (71) was T-21. Varun Chopra (72), the winner in Ras Al Khaimah, had a modest start with an even-par card that placed him T-26. The youngest member of Delhi Blue Bulls, Aryan, a Mysuru-born emerging star, is recognised as one of India's top rising golf talents since he transitioned to the professional circuit in 2023 after a highly decorated amateur career during which he won back-to-back All India Amateur titles. Earlier this year, he secured his maiden professional victory on the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) Tour at the IGPL Invitational Congo in April, where he beat former Olympian Udayan Mane in a tense three-hole playoff. The win earned him an invite to play the $2 million International Series Morocco on the Asian Tour. Speaking of his team, Aryan said, I couldn't have asked to play for a better team. We've got a great number of owners, very supportive of our needs. Also, as a team, I think we share the closest bond as teammates with each other. So our camaraderie is honestly unmatched, especially for me, because I'm considerably younger than all of them. I look up to them as mentors and, you know, they've really taken that role on and kind of helped me grow as a golfer too over the course of these last three to four 4 months. I think I'm pretty happy because it's home week for us and it's good to see the, you know, team on the top of the leaderboard and myself too, and Shiv Sir is right behind there, he said. On his game in the first round, he added, My short game was pretty good today, so I converted a lot of birdies from close range. And when I did go off, on some of the holes, I did use my short game to, you know, kind of save the score. So I guess my short game kind of helped me a lot. Aryan started from the first, birdied the third and the fourth before dropping his only shot of the day on the Par-3 sixth. He made up for it with a birdie on the eighth to turn in 2-under 34. On the back nine, Aryan birdied the 11th to get to 3-under. Then over the last four holes, he found three birdies on the 15th, 16th and the 18th for a days work of 6-under. He missed a few more makeable putts but had no three-putts on a solid day. For Aryan, the early lead adds another layer to what has already been an encouraging IGPL season. The young golfers performance at Qutab was particularly significant for the Delhi Blue Bulls, who are looking to make an impact on their home course. Sawai Bhati had six birdies against one bogey, while Sachin Baisoya, who is looking for his second IGPL win, had six birdies and one late bogey in his 67. Kapur, meanwhile, opened with a solid four-under 68 to share fourth place with five other players. The former Asian Games gold medallist is coming into the Delhi leg with unfinished business after his dramatic battle with Varun Chopra in Ras Al Khaimah last week. Kapur had appeared in control of the Ras Al Khaimah event after opening with a spectacular 10-under 62, including a hole-in-one, and carried a three-shot lead into the final round. But Chopra produced a decisive closing 68 to finish at 14-under 202 and claim his maiden IGPL title. Bhullar, one of the most successful players in IGPL history, was also among those sharing fourth place after a four-under 68. Bhullar, Indias most decorated player on the Asian Tour, has already won four IGPL titles, making him the league's most decorated player and a constant threat whenever he tees it up.
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CM Vijay accuses AIADMK of aligning with DMK during Dharapuram campaign
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay on Wednesday accused the AIADMK of becoming an offshoot of the DMK, alleging that the two parties were functioning alike and sharing a common political interest. Campaigning in Dharapuram for TVK candidate Sathyabama ahead of the October 6 Assembly bypoll, Vijay said he had come to meet voters as a son and a family member, rather than in his capacity as Chief Minister. He said his government was committed to eliminating corruption and fulfilling its election promises in phases. Rejecting what he described as a monarchical approach to politics, Vijay alleged that some leaders continued to behave as though they remained in power. Vijay claimed that the AIADMK, which he described as a former offshoot of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), had now aligned indirectly with the DMK. He alleged that this undermined the legacies of former Chief Ministers M.G. Ramachandran and J. Jayalalithaa. Referring to DMK General Secretary Duraimurugans remarks about defeating rulers by fielding ordinary people, Vijay said TVK had done the same by giving ordinary candidates a chance to contest elections. Defending Sathyabamas decision to leave the AIADMK, Vijay said she had resigned as Dharapuram MLA before joining TVK and maintained that her switch involved no political bargaining. Sathyabama became emotional during her speech, saying online attacks over her resignation and party switch prompted her to stop using her phone for two months. Vijay was seen consoling her. Questioning the AIADMKs response to his references to the Sarkaria Commission, Vijay alleged that the party was supporting the DMK and asserted that TVK alone was opposing it. He also criticised DMK leader M.K. Stalins political rhetoric, alleging that it encouraged abuse and hatred. Attacks against TVK, he said, would only strengthen the party and expand its support. On religion, Vijay said TVK respected all faiths and would continue to greet people on Krishna Jayanthi, Christmas and Bakrid despite criticism. He maintained that the party believed in God and opposed no ones religious faith. He said the party would continue its approach to religious greetings regardless of criticism from opponents. Appealing for Sathyabamas victory, Vijay praised the people of Kongu Nadu as hard-working and urged Dharapuram voters to support her in the October 6 poll.
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Dharapuram bypoll campaign: Enthusiastic welcome by workers, people to TN CM Vijay
Digital Desk | Coimbatore, Sep 30 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, C. Joseph Vijay, received an enthusiastic welcome from Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) workers and members of the public on Wednesday as he arrived to campaign for the Dharapuram Assembly bypoll. CM Vijay flew from Chennai on a private aircraft before beginning his road journey to Dharapuram in Tiruppur district, where he was scheduled to address a public meeting in support of TVK candidate Sathyabama. The visit marked C. Joseph Vijay's first arrival in Coimbatore since taking over as Chief Minister. Party workers and residents gathered along the route to greet him, with people from across the Kongu region joining the crowds. Many had been waiting in the scorching heat, hoping to catch a glimpse of CM Vijay as his campaign vehicle passed through their localities. The reception extended beyond Coimbatore, drawing supporters from surrounding areas ahead of the Dharapuram meeting. After reaching the airport, CM Vijay held a discussion with the District Collector and other government officials. He then walked a short distance along the road before boarding a campaign vehicle for the onward journey. Police made security arrangements along the route, placing barricades on both sides of the road to regulate the crowds. Personnel were deployed to prevent supporters from crossing the roadway as the Chief Ministers vehicle moved towards the meeting venue. The arrangements kept those waiting to see CM Vijay behind the barricades, allowing the campaign vehicle to proceed along the route. Crowds lined both sides of the road as party workers and members of the public awaited his arrival. From Coimbatore airport, CM Vijays route to Dharapuram passed through Chinniyampalayam, Neelambur, Kaniyur, Karumathampatti, Somanur, Karanampettai and Palladam. The journey took him through several localities before reaching the public meeting venue in Tiruppur district. The Dharapuram visit is centred on the partys campaign for Sathyabama, who is contesting the forthcoming Assembly bypoll. The crowds gathering since morning reflected the anticipation surrounding his visit, particularly among supporters waiting along the road rather than at the meeting venue alone. Officials said CM Vijay would return to Chennai by private aircraft at 7 p.m. after completing the public meeting and his campaign engagement in Dharapuram.
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Mammootty lends his voice to sports documentary 'Panthadikkam'
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Malayalam superstar Mammootty has narrated 'Panthadikkam', a first-of-its-kind sports documentary, which is to be streamed on an OTT platform from October 1 this year. OTT platform Malayalam Zee5 is set to premiere 'Panthadikkam', its first-ever Malayalam sports documentary which has been narrated by Mammootty. The five-episode cinematic series will explore the sports most intense, vibrant and surprising cultural landscape, taking audiences through the history, traditions, rivalries and extraordinary fandom that make football an integral part of life in Kerala. Speaking about the documentary, Padmabhushan awardee Mammootty said, Football is more than just a sport in Kerala; it is an emotion that brings people together. From the streets and local grounds to the excitement of watching international matches, the passion for the game is something I have always admired. Panthadikkam explores this unique connection between Kerala and football, bringing alive the stories, celebrations and memories that make it so special. I am happy to be part of this documentary and look forward to audiences experiencing the beautiful game through these stories. Across five episodes of approximately 20 minutes each, the series will seek to celebrate Keralas deep-rooted relationship with football, tracing the sports evolution from early club football and the golden eras of the Santosh Trophy to the modern professional landscape. It will explore the influence of international football icons and how Brazil and Argentina have become part of the streets and homes of Kerala, while capturing the vibrant celebrations, heated debates and personal journeys of fans. From towering flex boards and painted autorickshaws to midnight turf screenings, passionate commentary and fans travelling across the world to witness the game live, Panthadikkam will showcase how football has transcended age, profession and geography to become a shared cultural experience across Kerala. Produced by Dr. Sangeetha Janachandran under Stories Social, Panthadikkam has been directed and scored by Nyx Lopez, with Geetartha AR as the writer. Joe Christo Xavier has served as the cinematographer, while Sajeesh Swaminathan has served as its editor. The creative team has brought together an immersive visual and sonic treatment to capture the many layers of Keralas football culture and the passion that surrounds the sport. Zee 5 Business Head Tamil, Telugu & Malayalam Lloyd C Xavier said, While we are already a trusted and loved entertainment destination for audiences across Kerala, our ambition is to continue bringing stories that truly reflect the passions, culture, and identity of the Malayali audience. Football holds a special place in the hearts of people across the state, and with Panthadikkam, we saw an opportunity to celebrate that deep-rooted connection in a meaningful way. He went on to add, As our first-ever Malayalam sports documentary, Panthadikkam, narrated by the iconic Padma Bhushan Dr. Mammootty, brings together two of Keralas greatest passions, its most beloved actor and its most cherished sport. It is also a matter of immense pride to feature Vysakh S.R, the pioneering captain of Indias first National Amputee Football Team, whose journey is a powerful testament to resilience, determination, and an unbreakable love for football. His story reminds us that true passion knows no barriers, making him a fitting embodiment of the spirit that defines both the sport and the people of Kerala.
Chennai Road Develops Sinkhole, Third Cave-In on Stretch Since 2021
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Tasmac to raise shop maintenance allowance to Rs 5,000 from October 1
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Tasmac will raise the monthly maintenance allocation for its retail liquor shops to Rs 5,000 from October 1, replacing the existing petty cash provision of Rs 750 per outlet. The state-owned liquor retailer remains a major source of revenue for Tamil Nadu. Tasmac generated nearly Rs 50,000 crore in 2025-26, underlining the scale of its contribution to the states finances and its importance as a revenue source for the government. The revised maintenance allowance will vary according to the location of each shop. Outlets within municipal corporation limits will receive Rs 5,000 a month, while those in municipalities and town panchayats will get Rs 4,000. Shops in rural and village panchayat areas will receive Rs 3,000 monthly. A circular issued by Tasmac Managing Director K. Nanthakumar sets out the allocations, permitted expenditure and responsibilities of shop supervisors. The funds are intended for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, providing drinking water and meeting other basic needs of employees and consumers. However, the higher allocation comes with restrictions on its use. Supervisors cannot spend the money on shop rent, electricity charges, building repairs, furniture, equipment or capital expenditure. Separate funds are available to meet those expenses, the circular states. The monthly allowance will be credited along with the salary of the supervisor of each retail vending shop. The supervisor will be responsible for utilising the money and maintaining a register recording monthly expenditure. Receipts supporting expenditure must be preserved for three years. The requirement places responsibility for documenting the use of the allocation on the supervisor overseeing the outlet. The circular also specifies how the provision will apply to shops that remain closed. If an outlet is shut for an entire month, no maintenance amount will be drawn for that period. However, the sanctioned amount can be utilised in the following month. The revised system will replace the uniform Rs 750 petty cash provision with allocations linked to the administrative area in which each outlet operates. Corporation-area shops will receive the highest allowance under the arrangement. Tasmac has also announced an annual increase in the maintenance rates. The allocations will rise by five per cent every year, with effect from April 1, 2027. The provision is therefore subject to both spending restrictions and recordkeeping requirements, alongside the scheduled annual revision.
Fake medicines racket: Ktaka SIT arrests key accused in Chennai; total arrests reach 7 Bengaluru: Another key accused in the fake medicines racket, Balasubramanian, has been arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Chennai. The arrest marks a significant development in the case following the arrest of the alleged kingpin, Prashanth Ranjan, police said [] The post Fake medicines racket: Ktaka SIT arrests key accused in Chennai; total arrests reach 7 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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