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Chennai Super Kings appoint Zaheer Khan as head coach amid major staff overhaul
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Chennai Super Kings are preparing for a new chapter ahead of the IPL 2027 season, with five members of their coaching and support staff leaving the franchise. The departures come after Zaheer Khan took over as head coach, replacing Stephen Fleming,
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CSK Appoint Gareth Batty As Batting Coach Ahead Of IPL 2027, Michael Hussey To Exit
Gareth Batty is leaving Surrey after overseeing three consecutive County Championship titles from 2022 to 2024 to take up a role with Chennai Super Kings.
Chennai Super Kings and batting coach Mike Hussey part ways; Batty joins as assistant coach
Chennai Super Kings have announced changes in their coaching staff in preparation for IPL 2027. They have parted ways with batting coach Mike Hussey and bowling coach Eric Simons, replacing them with new personnel. Former player Mohit Sharma has taken over as bowling coach, while former England spinner Gareth Batty joins as assistant coach.
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CSK Part Ways With Strength And Conditioning Coach Greg King
Chennai Super Kings: Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) continued their coaching overhaul ahead of the 2027 season, announcing the departure of strength and conditioning coach Greg King on Monday. Earlier on Monday, CSK had confirmed the exits of batting coach Michael Hussey, bowling coach Eric Simons, assistant batting coach Rajiv Kumar and long-serving physiotherapist Tommy Simsek. In an official announcement late in the evening on Monday, the franchise thanked King for his contribution to the teams physical preparation and performances across seasons. Every successful campaign is built on countless hours of preparation, discipline, and hard work. Greg King, your expertise in strength and conditioning has helped our Super Kings overcome physical challenges and perform at the highest level across seasons. We appreciate everything you have brought to the Yellow Army, Greg King, CSK said in a statement on its social media accounts. Kings departure adds to the list of changes in CSKs backroom staff as the franchise looks to reshape its coaching setup ahead of the next IPL season. The team has already appointed former India left-arm pacer Zaheer Khan as head coach and brought in former England off-spinner Gareth Batty as an assistant coach. Former India pacer Mohit Sharma is also set to take over as bowling coach, replacing Simons, who had been associated with the franchise since the 2018 IPL season. Simons, a former South African bowler, previously served as Indias bowling consultant between 2010 and 2012, a period that included the countrys triumph in the 2011 ODI World Cup at home. CSK acknowledged his contribution to the development of its bowling unit during his tenure. Simons has since joined Englands Test team as bowling coach, alongside former CSK fielding coach James Foster. Stephen Fleming, who stepped down after spending 18 years as head coach of the Chennai-based franchise, is also part of Englands coaching setup. Kumar, meanwhile, joined CSK in 2018 as fielding coach, replacing Steve Rixon, before taking on responsibilities as assistant batting coach. The former Jharkhand captain brought considerable coaching experience from the United Kingdom and had also led the state side in first-class cricket, with MS Dhoni among the players who played under his leadership. In its announcement of Kumars departure, CSK acknowledged his role in the teams preparation and player development. Kumar, meanwhile, joined CSK in 2018 as fielding coach, replacing Steve Rixon, before taking on responsibilities as assistant batting coach. The former Jharkhand captain brought considerable coaching experience from the United Kingdom and had also led the state side in first-class cricket, with MS Dhoni among the players who played under his leadership. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Chennai Super Kings are going through a wholesale change in their coaching line-up. The five-time champions failed to qualify for the playoffs in 2025 and 2026
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CSK Bid Farewell to Hussey After 8 Years as Batting Coach
Chennai Super Kings have parted ways with batting coach Mike Hussey after eight years, as the five-time champions overhaul their coaching staff following three disappointing IPL seasons.
Better Performances Will Lead To Better Pay, Says Sammy Ahead Of WIs Tests Against Banglades
World Test Championship: West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has urged his Test players to let their on-field displays do the talking in the fight for better pay, adding that a top-five finish in the World Test Championship (WTC) would bring additional financial rewards. Last month, Cricket West Indies (CWI) announced a 25 per cent cut in the players retainer fees as part of a broader set of measures it described as a comprehensive counterattack against all the challenges we face financially, developmentally and competitively. Sammy, however, said the decision had not dented the morale of the players on the ongoing tour of the subcontinent, by pointing out the white-ball sides recent showing in India. West Indies will meet Bangladesh in the two-match series starting on Wednesday. If you look at the way we played in the India series when the news was put to the players, how they responded shows the drive, the passion, the willingness to help turn around West Indies cricket. I think theres reality and theres understanding where you are as a professional, as a board, and theres no secret where we are, obviously financially. My word to the guys, especially this World Test Championship, you finish in the top five theres extra incentives. ICC has invested a lot of money in the World Test Championship in terms of prize money, and its an opportunity for our boys to come up from the number eight that we have finished last two cycles. I dont think its a conversation thats in the dressing room now, but we are aware. I have challenged the guys to put ourselves in a better position to negotiate and attract sponsors by the performances we put on the field. I thought the white-ball teams did that extremely well in India and hopefully we could do that as a red-ball team here in Bangladesh, Sammy told reporters in a press conference on Monday. The West Indies head into their final series of the 2025-27 WTC cycle unbeaten in Test series this year, having beaten Sri Lanka 1-0 and drawn 1-1 with Pakistan. Sammy saw that results as a sign the team is moving in the right direction. The expectations are always there. The way we have played Test cricket this year, we have not lost a series this year. Its a long time we have gone through a year without losing a series, and this is our last series in the World Test Championship. The message to the guys: give it all. Ten possible days of Test cricket left in this cycle for us and just go out there and give it your all. Whatever motivates you, use that to go out and get performances. We have prepared really well, he added. Sammy also credited the Test squads preparatory camp in Chennai for putting the side in good shape for the series. It is something we as a board have really looked at, giving guys the best possible chance to prepare. We had the ODI team there and we thought Chennai has an amazing facility. The message to the guys: give it all. Ten possible days of Test cricket left in this cycle for us and just go out there and give it your all. Whatever motivates you, use that to go out and get performances. We have prepared really well, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
CSK Part Ways With Batting Coach Michael Hussey Ahead Of IPL 2027 Auction
Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have announced that they have parted ways with batting coach Michael Hussey ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 auction. The development ends the former Australian batters long association with the five-time champions. Hussey had been CSKs batting coach since 2018, after ending his playing career. The franchise confirmed his exit on Monday with a tribute on its social media handles. From the very first season in 2008, you have been an integral part of the Chennai Super Kings family. Your journey in Yellow has been defined not just by the runs you scored and the players you mentored, but by the dedication, humility, and unwavering commitment you brought to this franchise over the years. Your place in our history will forever remain special, Hussmeister. Once a Super King, always a Super King, said CSK in its post. Husseys departure is part of a wider overhaul of the coaching staff that the franchise has undertaken ahead of the 2027 IPL season, after missing the 2024, 2025 and 2026 playoffs. Head coach Stephen Fleming has already been replaced by former India pacer Zaheer Khan, while bowling coach Eric Simons has made way for ex-India and CSK pacer Mohit Sharma. Simons and ex-CSK fielding coach James Foster have joined the England Test team, where the head coach is Stephen Fleming, who left as the franchises head coach after 18 years. CSK are yet to name Husseys successor, though former England off-spinner and Surrey head coach Gareth Batty is joining them as an assistant coach. Hussey enjoyed a successful stint with CSK as a player, scoring 1,768 runs across six seasons. He joined the franchise in 2008, skipped the 2009 edition, and then played four straight seasons from 2010 to 2013. After a year with Mumbai Indians in 2014, he returned to CSK in 2015 and then took over as batting coach in 2018, as the side won the title that year before winning the championship again in the 2021 and 2023 seasons. It remains to be seen if Hussey will join another IPL teams coaching staff, especially with five-time winners Mumbai Indians and two-time runners-up Punjab Kings having coaching vacancies. After a year with Mumbai Indians in 2014, he returned to CSK in 2015 and then took over as batting coach in 2018, as the side won the title that year before winning the championship again in the 2021 and 2023 seasons. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Gareth Batty Joins CSK as Assistant Coach After Leaving Surrey
Gareth Batty leaves Surrey after five years to join Chennai Super Kings as an assistant coach for the upcoming IPL season. Gareth Batty Joins CSK as Assistant Coach After Leaving Surrey
Gareth Batty leaves Surrey to join CSK as assistant coach
Gareth Batty, who guided Surrey to three consecutive County Championship titles between 2022 and 2024, will leave the English County side to join Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as an assistant coach, where he will work alongside the Super Kings head coach Zaheer Khan, according to Cricinfo. Batty, 49, took charge as Surrey's head coach in 2021, immediately after ending his playing career with the club. Under his leadership, Surrey secured three successive County Championship titles from 2022 to 2024, before finishing as runners-up to Nottinghamshire in 2025. However, Surrey endured a difficult campaign this season, flirting with relegation in the final rounds of the County Championship before eventually finishing seventh. The team also failed to reach the latter stages of either the T20 Blast or the One-Day Cup. Batty's move to CSK comes after his recent involvement in franchise cricket. He served as an assistant coach at Oval Invincibles during their t...
Gareth Batty joins Chennai Super Kings as Surrey assistant coach
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Ranji Trophy: Badoni Slams Second Successive Ton, Saranshs Seven-for Puts MP On Top
JSCA International Stadium: Batting all-rounder Ayush Badoni continued his rich vein of form by hitting a second consecutive hundred, while India off-spinner Saransh Jains seven-wicket haul gave Madhya Pradesh firm control on day one of the third-round Ranji Trophy matches on Monday. Fresh from a career-best 217 against Gujarat, Badoni struck an unbeaten 106 off 122 balls, laced with 11 fours and two sixes, to take Delhi to 309/5 against Jharkhand at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi. Badoni, 26, previously hit 205 against the same opponents in the 2024/25 season. A chanceless knock, Badonis sixth first-class hundred, anchored Delhis recovery. He found a reliable ally in all-rounder Sumit Mathur, who was unbeaten on 50, as the pair put together an unbroken 128-run stand for the sixth wicket. Mathur had a lucky escape on 36 when he was caught at long-on, only to be recalled because Anukul Roy had overstepped. At Holkar Stadium in Indore, Saranshs 7-40 helped Madhya Pradesh bowl Bihar out for just 99. The hosts, still looking for their first win of the season after two draws, then reached 261/3 with a lead of 162, after bowling out Bihar for 99. Wicketkeeper-batter Saksham Purohit was unbeaten on 113, and his opening partner Yash Dubey made 84. At the BKC Ground, Mumbai also made a strong start against Haryana at home after being put in to bat first. Angkrish Raghuvanshi made 114 off 180 balls with 13 fours and a six, while Musheer Khan scored 109 off 185 balls with 12 fours and a six. The pair added 208 runs for the second wicket to steer Mumbai to 290/3 at stumps. Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir, also in search of their first win, were frustrated by Priyanshu Moliya at the Reliance Ground in Vadodara. Moliyas patient unbeaten 113 lifted Baroda to 259/6 after they had slipped to 197/6 at one stage. Vidarbha, who have two wins so far, had Goa in trouble at 84/6 after Nachiket Bhute ripped through the top order with four wickets. But Darshan Misal and Yash Kasvankar then struck half-centuries and shared a stand of 104 runs for the seventh wicket to help the visitors reach 204/8. On a rain-hit day, Pondicherry reduced Uttar Pradesh to 67/4. In Mysuru, Karnataka recovered from a sluggish start to bowl Tripura out for 194 at the SDNR Wadiyar Stadium. The hosts, who sprang a surprise by leaving out pacers Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty to accommodate spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal, failed to make use of the new ball as Tripura moved comfortably to 88/2 in the first session. Left-arm spinner Shikhar then claimed his third first-class five-wicket haul, while pacer Manvanth Kumar took three. Karnataka lost Mayank Agarwal early and were 10 for one at stumps. At the DVR Ground in Mulapadu, Chhattisgarhs spinners made full use of a helpful pitch to bowl Andhra out for 231. Veteran off-spinner Jayant Yadav led the way with 4-75, while Ajay Mandal and Dharmendrasinh Jadeja took three and two wickets respectively. In reply, Chhattisgarh lost Ayush Pandey early when he was run out going for an unnecessary quick single. Captain Anuj Tiwary and Mayank Verma then negotiated the final half-hour to take the visitors to 35/1. Wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh laid the foundation with 81 off 126 balls, hitting nine fours and a six, while fifties from Salil Arora and Ramandeep Singh then guided Punjab to 289/6 against Hyderabad in Secunderabad. Denish Das made 90 off 165 balls, with 14 fours, to take Assam to 235/6 against Saurashtra in Rajkot. For the hosts, veteran pacer Jaydev Unadkat picked up three wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja and Arth Yadav took one wicket each. In Thiruvananthapuram, where only 50 overs were possible due to rain, Kerala reduced Bengal to 172/6, with Aditya Sarwate taking three wickets and Nedumankuzhy Basil two scalps. Maharashtra bowled out Gujarat for 233 in Pune, with Siddhesh Veer taking four wickets, while Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Vicky Ostwal claimed three apiece. Maharashtra were 24/1 when stumps were called. Services off-spinner Pulkit Narang returned 6-47, his second five-wicket haul of the season, to bowl Odisha out for 194 in Bhubaneswar. The visitors were 13/0 at stumps. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Centuries from Arjun Azad and Nehal Pajni powered Chandigarh past 350 for the loss of three wickets against Himachal Pradesh. In the Plate group, Meghalayas Ajay Duhan (167) and Kishan Lyngdoh (144) shared an unbroken 308-run stand for the second wicket as their side piled up 385/2 against Mizoram in Nadiad. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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After slashing VAT on jet fuel, T.N. govt. asks airlines to add more services from Chennai airport
Sources said that the airlines have assured to expand services after the State government reduced the VAT on jet fuel from 29 per cent to 16 per cent; the airlines, however, have not given a timeframe for the implementation
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Ex-England Player Batty Leaves Surrey Head Coach Job To Join CSK As Assistant Coach For IPL 2027
Surrey County Cricket Club: Former England off-spinner Gareth Batty will step down as Surrey head coach to join five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as an assistant coach for the tournaments 2027 season, the county club said on Monday. CSK had previously got former India left-arm pacer Zaheer Khan as their new head coach, with former fast bowler Mohit Sharma also in line to join the team as their new bowling coach. The move brings down the curtain on Battys 21-year association with Surrey serving the club as a player, captain and then coach. Batty took charge as head coach in 2022 and guided Surrey to three successive County Championship titles. In doing so, they became the first team in nearly six decades to win the title three years running. Surrey won the County Championship in 2022, his first season in charge, and retained it in the 2023 and 2024 seasons before finishing second in the 2025 edition. Under him, the club also reached the knockout stages of the T20 Blast in each of his five seasons, including two appearances at Finals Day. Thank you hardly seems enough for all that Surrey has meant to me. It has been a privilege to serve this great club, to share in its success and challenges. The new journey is a very exciting one for my family and me with CSK in the IPL, and Im looking forward to getting going. I would like to make a special thank you to Stewie; he has been there throughout -- thank you for the memories and your belief in me, boss. Clubs are built on more than results and trophies; they are built on people, loyalty and a shared sense of purpose, and I look forward to my third chapter as a fan. Thank you, said Batty in a statement issued by Surrey on Monday. Beyond the trophy triumphs, Battys tenure also saw a number of Surrey first-team players graduate to the England set-up. Batty played for Surrey between 1998 and 2001 before returning in 2010. He captained the side from 2015 to 2017 before handing over to current skipper Rory Burns, and moved straight into the coaching staff after retiring as a player in 2021. Batty made more than 350 appearances for Surrey, claiming over 500 wickets across formats, and is the clubs joint-highest wicket-taker in T20 cricket. He also played 20 times for England across all three formats, and picked 20 wickets overall. Surreys Director of Cricket Alec Stewart paid rich tribute to the outgoing Batty. It is difficult to put into words just how much Gareth Batty has given to Surrey County Cricket Club, both as a player and as Head Coach. I have known and worked with Gareth for many years, and throughout that time he has shown an outstanding commitment to this Club. As a player and then as Captain, he has always put the team first and played a significant role in helping to move the Club forward. He has a passion and knowledge for the game as well as a determination to get the very best out of himself and those around him. When he made the transition into coaching, he brought those same qualities with him. Taking on the role of Head Coach is never straightforward, particularly at a Club with the expectations and traditions of Surrey. Gareth embraced that challenge, and his achievement in leading the side to three consecutive County Championship titles is a reflection of his hard work, his understanding of the players and his fierce will to win. Gareth has always cared deeply about the Club. He demands a great deal of himself and those around him, because he wants Surrey to be successful and wants every player to fulfil their potential, he said. Stewart also thanked Batty on a personal level and acknowledged the sacrifices made by his family. On a personal level, I would like to thank him for everything he has contributed to Surrey throughout his time at the Kia Oval. We share a love of the Club and a determination to see Surrey continue to succeed, and we can look back with considerable pride on what has been achieved, both on and off the field during his time as Head Coach. I would also like to thank his family for their understanding and patience with what the role has demanded from him over the last five years. Whilst we are sorry to see him go, I understand that this opportunity was too good for him to pass up and will enable him to spend more time with his family outside of the IPL season. Stewart also thanked Batty on a personal level and acknowledged the sacrifices made by his family. On a personal level, I would like to thank him for everything he has contributed to Surrey throughout his time at the Kia Oval. We share a love of the Club and a determination to see Surrey continue to succeed, and we can look back with considerable pride on what has been achieved, both on and off the field during his time as Head Coach. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 26 (IANS) Fourteen people have died in lightning strikes across Tamil Nadu since the onset of the Northeast monsoon, Minister Sengottaiyan said after reviewing the heavy rain situation and rescue operations in the Nilgiris and Coimbatore districts with officials in Chennai. Speaking to reporters following a meeting at the Emergency Operations Centre, the minister said precautionary restrictions had been imposed in the Nilgiris, Kodaikanal and Yercaud. Tourists have been barred from visiting these hill destinations, with access permitted only for essential purposes. The review focused on the impact of continuing heavy rainfall in the Nilgiris and Coimbatore, along with rescue work and measures taken to restore normal life in affected areas. Officials discussed the situation with the minister at the emergency centre. Sengottaiyan said water that had accumulated following heavy downpours in Coimbatore and the Nilgiris had been cleared. The removal of stagnant rainwater had helped restore normal life for residents in the affected areas, he told reporters. The minister also said financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh had been provided to the family of a driver who died after being caught in a landslide in the Nilgiris. He referred to the payment while outlining the governments response to the rains impact. On monsoon fatalities, Sengottaiyan said the 14 deaths reported since the season began were caused by thunderstorm-related lightning strikes. The figure he cited concerned lightning deaths and was not presented as a comprehensive count of fatalities from all rain-related incidents across the state. He said the government was providing clear information about the rainfall situation. His remarks came during the briefing on the review of conditions in the two western districts and the steps being taken in response to the downpour. The restrictions on travel to the hill regions form part of the precautionary measures announced by the authorities. Sengottaiyan said permission was being granted only for essential activities, while tourist visits to the Nilgiris, Kodaikanal and Yercaud remained prohibited. His briefing covered both the restoration of normal life in places where accumulated water had been removed and the continuing precautions in hill areas. While reporting improvement in the affected parts of Coimbatore and the Nilgiris, the minister made clear that restrictions on tourist access were among the measures in place as authorities responded to the heavy rainfall and its consequences.
'Scene' makers release glimpse video of Suriya's character DSP Inbaraj
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 26(IANS) The makers of director Jithu Madhavan's eagerly awaited film 'Scene', featuring actor Suriya in the lead, on Monday released a glimpse video of DSP Inbaraj, the character Suriya plays in the film. Taking to his X timeline to share the 'Glimpse of DSP Inbaraj' video, Suriya wrote, Hello Dear All, With love, DSP Inbaraj. The film is to hit screens worldwide on November 6 for Deepavali this year. The glimpse video shows DSP Inbaraj (Suriya) arriving at a crime scene. He is greeted by a constable called Sibi. Inbaraj exchanges pleasantries with Sibi, who is confused whether to address Inbaraj as sir or anna (elder brother). Eventually, Inbaraj advises him to stick to sir. As they make their way through a crowd gathered outside the crime scene, Inbaraj disciplines them by asking them to maintain one-arm distance. He asks Sibi why he has got a crowd gathered during COVID. When a worried Sibi offers to get the crowd dispersed, Inbaraj stops him from doing so saying, only when there are crowds, it will be fun to watch reels. He asks Sibi to get those shooting videos on their phones to shoot the videos in a vertical fashion. Another sequence shows Inbaraj advising someone not to smoke, warning them that if they smoked, it could affect their fertility. However, the glimpse video shows Inbaraj himself smoking a cigarette. The glimpse video makes it evident that Suriya plays a street smart policeman, who is significantly different from the conventional cops. Already, the makers have revealed that Naslen plays the antagonist in the film. He plays a character called Eeswaran. The video that the makers released to showcase Naslen's character made it evident that he plays a faceless, emotionless, inhuman predator in the film. In one scene, Eeswaran is seen telling someone,Don't be scared. I won't kill you. Get the vehicle started. For the unaware, Scene went on floors with a traditional pooja in the city in December last year. The film, which is being produced by Zhagaram Studios, was being tenatively referred to as Suriya 47 until now. The film has been one of the most anticipated projects of the year, with fans and audiences showing immense curiosity and excitement ever since the collaboration between Suriya and Jithu Madhavan first came into discussion. Actor Suriya plays the lead in the film with Nazriya Nazim playing the female lead. Apart from Naslen, the film will also feature actors John Vijay, and Anandaraj in pivotal roles. The film boasts of a sound technical team. Cinematography for the film is by Vineeth Augustian while music is by Sushin Shyam. The film has production design by Ashwini Kale and editing by Ajmal Sabu. Chethan D Souza is the stunt choreographer for this project, which has triggered huge expectations.
Former TN Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi Arrested in Rs 100-Cr School Scam
Former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister and DMK leader Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested by the Greater Chennai Polices Central Crime Branch (CCB) on Monday in connection with an alleged Rs 100-crore private school recognition scam. The arrest occurred shortly after the Madras High Court dismissed his anticipatory bail petition. Investigating authorities allege that during [] The post Former TN Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi Arrested in Rs 100-Cr School Scam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Former DMK Minister Anbil Mahesh Arrested In Rs 100 Crore Private Schools Corruption Case
Former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi has been arrested by the Chennai Polices Central Crime Branch (CCB) in connection with an alleged Rs 100 crore corruption case involving licences and government approvals for private schools, sources told NDTV. The arrest follows an investigation into allegations that money was collected from private educational [] The post Former DMK Minister Anbil Mahesh Arrested In Rs 100 Crore Private Schools Corruption Case appeared first on The Commune .
Ex-minister Anbil Mahesh held in Rs 100 cr private schools
Chennai: Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader and former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested on Monday, October 26, in connection with a Rs 100 crore private schools scam, police said. He was arrested by the Greater Chennai Polices Central Crime Branch (CCB) shortly after the Madras High Court dismissed his anticipatory 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 .
TN: DMK Womens Wing to hold protest on Oct 31 over law and order
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 26 (IANS) The DMK Womens Wing will stage demonstrations across Tamil Nadu on October 31 against what party president M.K. Stalin described as a deteriorating law and order situation, citing recent killings and cases involving missing children to question the TVK governments handling of public safety. Announcing the protest, Stalin accused the government of failing to instil fear of the law among offenders. He alleged that criminals were operating with growing confidence and questioned Chief Minister Vijays silence over incidents that, he said, had raised serious concerns about the safety of people across the State. The DMK president referred to three cases in Salem, Madurai and Gingee to underline his criticism. In Salem, he said, a person was murdered in broad daylight in a public place. In Madurai, a boy who had gone missing was subsequently found dead, while the whereabouts of a missing girl from Gingee remained unknown. Stalin described the incidents as evidence of an alarming situation and alleged that crimes in Tamil Nadu were becoming more disturbing than scenes depicted in video games and horror films. His criticism focused on what he characterised as the growing brazenness of offenders under the TVK administration. Under TVK rule, criminals are carrying out offences without fear, as though they had been given a free run, he said. Stalin further alleged that Tamil Nadu had been reduced to counting murders every day, holding the government responsible for addressing the concerns arising from such incidents. Directing his criticism at the Chief Minister, Stalin asked why Vijay was remaining silent on law and order, as though the issue had nothing to do with him. He also questioned why the Chief Minister, whom he described as someone who spoke forcefully about law and order, had not spoken out about the incidents. The proposed demonstrations, Stalin said, would condemn the prevailing situation. By assigning the protest to its Womens Wing, the DMK will take its criticism of the governments handling of law and order to demonstrations across the State on October 31. The announcement places the Salem killing, the death of the missing boy in Madurai and the unresolved disappearance of the Gingee girl at the centre of the partys protest. Stalins statement sought an explanation from the Chief Minister over the incidents and his alleged silence on public safety.
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