Dy Chief Whip attends legislators programme at Mahabalipuram
Shillong, Oct 28: Meghalaya Assembly Deputy Chief Whip Ronnie V Lyngdoh attended the concluding session of the two-day Legislators Leadership programme, which concluded on Wednesday at Mahabalipuram, Chennai. Organised by the Tamil Nadu Speakers Office in collaboration with Meghalaya Legislative Research Forum, the programme brought together legislators for expert sessions on constitutional values, legislative duties, [] The post Dy Chief Whip attends legislators programme at Mahabalipuram first appeared on Highland Post .
L&T begins expansion of Chennai AI infrastructure campus with 52 MW data centre
New facility adds to existing, operational 30 MW centre as Vyoma.AI targets over 250 MW of data centre capacity across India
Protests Erupt in Tamil Nadu Following Arrest of Former Minister Anbil Mahesh
Protests in Chennai after the arrest of former minister Anbil Mahesh lead to police action against two DMK leaders for obstructing officials. Protests Erupt in Tamil Nadu Following Arrest of Former Minister Anbil Mahesh
Chennai History-Sheeter Hacked to Death in Broad Daylight in Adyar
The deceased, V. Maithreyan of Mylapore, was returning to a relatives house in Thiruvanmiyur after appearing at the Mylapore police station
Everyone Was Shocked: Du Plessis Recalls Smith Replacing Dhoni As RPS Captain
Faf Du Plessis: Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis said everyone in the Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS) dressing room was shocked on hearing that MS Dhoni was removed as the sides captain and replaced by premier Australian batter Steve Smith ahead of the 2017 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Du Plessis, who was in the squad then, also said Smith handled the role admirably despite being new to leadership. Dhoni was stripped of the RPS captaincy before the 2017 IPL season began. It was a decision taken by the franchise owner, Sanjiv Goenka, at that time. Smith, who was early in his Australian captaincy career, took charge with Dhoni playing under him, and guided the Pune-based franchise to the 2017 IPL final, where they lost to Mumbai Indians by one run. It was also RPS's last game of the tournament. MS Dhoni was removed as captain of Rising Pune Supergiants after the end of the 2016 IPL season, and thats the biggest move you can make in a tournament of that stature. We hadnt won a couple of games, and the owner at the time made the decision to change the captain. Everyone was shocked after that call. MS Dhoni as captain was gone, and Steve Smith was the new captain. That was pretty early on in his leadership career. He wasnt experienced, but he did a good job. It was tough having MS Dhoni as your number two there, especially after hed just been removed as captain. Smith led the team to the final, and we lost that final, which we should have won. We were that close. Winning that final would have made Smith an IPL-winning captain in just one season of captaincy. That says a lot about him, du Plessis said on Cricinfos Cricketers on Cricketers show. RPS and Gujarat Lions were brought in as stand-in franchises for two seasons after Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) were suspended over their team officials' involvement in illegal betting, following the 2013 IPL spot-fixing and betting scandal. Smith led the team to the final, and we lost that final, which we should have won. We were that close. Winning that final would have made Smith an IPL-winning captain in just one season of captaincy. That says a lot about him, du Plessis said on Cricinfos Cricketers on Cricketers show. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Veteran civil servant Syed Munir Hoda passes away at 76
In a career spanning over 35 years, he held various positions, including Member-Secretary of the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority and Transport, Health and Home Secretary
Cyclone Arnab: 12 flights between Chennai and Andhra Pradesh cities cancelled
Korean webtoons and Bengali tales find their way to Tamil audiences
In this edition of Tubewatch, we look at Love Always, a Hotstar Specials Tamil original series based on the Korean webtoon Here We Go Again, some Bengali titles, and a new 13-episode game show that seeks to make Thirukkural engaging for younger audiences
K Hospitality targets 6,000 cr in sales across restaurants, food services by FY30
Plans to expand restaurant network in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Ahmedabad and Kolkata
Tamil Nadu environment minister blames household soaps for river foam; TTV Dhinakaran hits back
Stalin Condemns Daylight Murder of Youth in Chennai, Slams TVK Govt
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Former DMK Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi seeks bail in alleged 100-crore bribery case
He also challenged his arrest, alleging non-compliance with mandatory arrest procedures
Former DMK Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi seeks bail in alleged 100-crore bribery case
He also challenged his arrest, alleging non-compliance with mandatory arrest procedures
Todays Gold Rate: Gold prices up in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across metro cities on October 28
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Ranjani Iyengar of Pink Whistle Man has revealed the creative process behind Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Marans wedding invitation. The handcrafted wooden keepsake box features intricate carvings, hand-painted details and an understated white-and-blue palette chosen by the couple. Their wedding celebrations are reportedly planned in Greece on November 10 and 11, followed by a Chennai reception on November 21, with prominent political, business and entertainment guests expected.
TN govt revises auto-rickshaw fares, fixes minimum charge at Rs 50
Chennai The Tamil Nadu government has revised auto-rickshaw fares for the Chennai Metropolitan Area and other parts of the state, The post TN govt revises auto-rickshaw fares, fixes minimum charge at Rs 50 appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 28 (IANS) Vellore DMK councillor Teeta Saravanan was arrested by Puzhal police in Tamil Nadu's Villupuram on Wednesday for allegedly making threatening remarks against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, while referring to the 2025 Karur stampede. A special police team apprehended him at the residence of ACK Premkumar, deputy organiser of the DMKs Central District Youth Wing in Villupuram. Premkumar was also arrested for allegedly sheltering the councillor, who had been the subject of a police search following his remarks. The arrests followed the circulation of a video purportedly showing Saravanan making the comments outside Puzhal Central Prison. His reference to the Karur tragedy, in remarks directed at the Chief Minister, drew widespread criticism and prompted police to identify him and initiate action. The incident occurred when former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was brought to the prison after his arrest in a case involving bribery allegations. DMK supporters had gathered outside the prison and were raising slogans against the Tamil Nadu government. During the gathering, Saravanan allegedly said: If only we had finished him off back in Karur, would things have reached this state? He reportedly repeated the remark to another person standing nearby. The comments were subsequently circulated on social media, bringing the Councillors conduct under scrutiny. Puzhal police registered a case against Saravanan under four sections, including provisions relating to obstructing public servants from discharging their duties, intimidation and disturbing public peace. Three special teams were constituted to locate him after he allegedly went into hiding. According to the report, Saravanan attempted to mislead the authorities by claiming that he was travelling to Bengaluru. However, police eventually traced him to Premkumars residence in Villupuram, where the special team took him into custody. Premkumars arrest was linked to the allegation that he had provided shelter to Saravanan during the search. The report identified him as a functionary of the partys youth wing in Villupurams Central District. The police action centres on Saravanans alleged remarks outside the prison and the offences registered in connection with them. The video formed the backdrop to the subsequent police search.
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 28 (IANS) PMK leader Dr Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the Tamil Nadu government to release funds in advance every month for the Vettri Payanam free bus travel scheme, warning that transport corporations are struggling to meet essential operating expenses. In a statement, he alleged that delayed compensation for the expanded scheme had left the corporations facing a revenue shortfall of about Rs 25 crore, affecting purchases of diesel, tyres and spare parts. Anbumani said daily operating receipts, excluding government subsidies, had fallen from an average of Rs 21 crore to between Rs 7 crore and Rs 8 crore. Citing trade unions, he said total daily income, including subsidies for other schemes, had declined from Rs 47 crore to Rs 22 crore. The expanded Vettri Payanam scheme was launched on October 2, widening the free travel facility previously offered under the DMK governments Vidiyal Payanam programme. According to figures cited by Anbumani, the earlier programme covered 7,714 city buses, while the expanded scheme now enables about 84.32 lakh women to travel daily on 12,695 buses. He said the corporations operated 19,283 buses across the state. Compensation for the earlier scheme was estimated at Rs 3,599 crore last year and increased to Rs 3,999 crore this year, he said. The expansion had raised the estimated daily revenue foregone from around Rs 10 crore to Rs 25 crore, he added. Highlighting the immediate funding gap, Anbumani said the corporations spent Rs 16.17 crore daily on diesel and Rs 2.35 crore on maintenance, totalling Rs 18.52 crore. Daily fare collections of around Rs 8 crore were insufficient to cover these expenses, he argued. He further claimed that the corporations had accumulated Rs 150 crore in dues to oil companies since the expanded scheme began. Buying diesel on credit over the past 25 days had also cost them approximately Rs 3 crore in foregone discounts, he said, citing a two per cent concession for cash payments. The shortage of funds was forcing operators to use retreaded tyres and previously used spare parts, he alleged. Warning that continued financial strain could bring transport operations to a standstill, Anbumani reiterated that advance monthly funding was essential to sustain the free travel scheme and ensure uninterrupted bus services. He urged immediate government intervention to address the cash shortage.
No Batting Coach For CSK In IPL 2027
Chennai Super Kings will not have a batting coach for IPL 2027, following an overhaul of their coaching staff after recent disappointing results.
All about Anirudh-Kavya's wedding: Greece vows, Chennai party and PM Modi as guest
All about Anirudh-Kavya's wedding: Greece vows, Chennai party and PM Modi as guest
TVK eyes 85 pc local body seats to strengthen grassroots link; allies seek greater share
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 28 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijays Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is preparing to contest the local body elections, with its leadership seeking around 85 per cent of seats and proposing to leave the remaining 15 per cent to its allies, according to party functionaries. The elections, likely to be in January 2027, are being viewed within the party as a test of its grassroots strength, particularly in rural areas, and its ability to draw support from women, workers, young people and other sections of the electorate. However, the proposed allocation could pose a challenge during seat-sharing negotiations. Allies, including Congress and the Muslim League, are expecting a larger share of seats and opportunities to secure mayoral positions, the functionaries said. Some alliance partners are also considering demands for control of certain municipal corporations and municipalities. TVK, meanwhile, wants to retain control of all municipal corporations, making the distribution of leadership positions another potentially contentious issue. Senior party leaders and ministers are expected to hold discussions with the allies to persuade them to accept the proposed 15 per cent allocation. The partners, citing their support for TVKs rise to power, are determined to press for greater representation. Alongside the alliance negotiations, TVK has begun identifying candidates capable of taking on the networks of the DMK and AIADMK. Party functionaries said ministers, legislators and district secretaries would lead election preparations. Information is being gathered on constituencies where TVK has strong prospects, with local influence and sustained public engagement expected to guide candidate selection. Positions in corporations, municipalities and panchayats are considered crucial to the partys future expansion. The leadership believes a stronger presence in these institutions would help consolidate its organisation and strengthen connections with communities. Preference is expected to be given to people who have worked for the party and those with an established support base in their localities. Functionaries acknowledged that CM Vijays popularity alone might not be sufficient to secure victory in elections where candidates accessibility and relationships with residents carry weight. The party therefore intends to field candidates who maintain direct contact with people in rural and urban neighbourhoods and understand local concerns. Its preparations reflect an effort to combine CM Vijays appeal with locally influential candidates, while managing allies expectations over seats and civic leadership posts. The proposed seat-sharing formula remains subject to discussions with alliance partners.
Battery storage policy, industrial proposals likely on TN cabinet agenda tomorrow
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 28 (IANS) A policy aimed at strengthening Tamil Nadus renewable energy storage infrastructure is likely to come before the state Cabinet when it meets under Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay at the Secretariat on Thursday. Industrial proposals and administrative decisions are also expected to figure in the governments third Cabinet meeting. The discussions assume significance amid the intensifying northeast monsoon, with authorities working to tackle power outages and maintain electricity supply across the state. The proposed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) policy would promote facilities capable of storing renewable electricity for use when required. Officials said battery storage could help cushion fluctuations in solar and wind power generation, enabling the electricity network to deliver a more dependable supply. Prepared with support from a consultancy firm, the draft has undergone several revisions over five months. A senior TNEB official said the utility studied policies introduced in Gujarat, Rajasthan and other major states before making changes to the proposed framework. While the proposal has been submitted for Cabinet consideration, officials said approval had not been confirmed. Another senior official said consultations had been held with solar and wind power developers on the policy and its implementation. Once introduced, it would facilitate applications for new renewable energy projects, the official added. Tamil Nadus expanding renewable energy capacity has sharpened the need for storage infrastructure. Solar and wind generation depend on weather conditions, making it necessary to balance their contribution to the grid with electricity demand. Welcoming the proposed policy, Renewable Energy producers sought changes to ease the financial burden on developers. A member of the association, Kumardas, suggested that the state consult the Union government on allowing duty-free imports of BESS equipment, citing the high cost of battery systems and the limited availability of such infrastructure in India. Seeking relief for smaller developers, he proposed exempting solar installations of 5 MW or less from compulsory BESS provisions. He said their daytime output would ordinarily be consumed during the same period, offering limited scope for storing electricity. Beyond energy and investment, ministers are likely to discuss law and order against the backdrop of the Theni district jailbreak. The proposal to establish a new Secretariat at Foreshore Estate, which has encountered stiff opposition, could also be taken up during Thursdays meeting.
When DMK flexed its muscle during Indira Gandhis visit to Tamil Nadu in 1977
On October 29, 1977, when Indira Gandhi visited Madurai, the DMK members, who were staging blackflag protests, threw stones, sticks at the former Prime Minister; in Chennai, two persons were killed when the police opened fire at the protesters who turned violent on Mount Road
The Madras Gate at Pondicherry
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TN curbs random checks on goods vehicles, orders intelligence-based inspections
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 28 (IANS) Tamil Nadus Commercial Taxes Commissioner has issued a circular directing officials not to stop and inspect goods vehicles without valid reasons, in a move aimed at reducing roadside checks and easing the difficulties faced by truck drivers and traders. According to the circular, enforcement teams will be allowed to act only when the department receives credible, specific intelligence that a vehicle is transporting goods in violation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) laws. The instructions mark a change in the departments vehicle inspection arrangements. The existing roving squads have reportedly been disbanded and replaced by flying squads, whose operations will be based on information about suspected violations rather than routine patrols. Under the revised system, flying squad personnel will remain stationed at the office of the Commercial Taxes Joint Commissioner. They will no longer move around roads, stopping goods vehicles at random, according to the account. Action will instead depend on strong intelligence relating to a particular vehicle and the goods it is carrying. The stated objective is to prevent indiscriminate inspections while allowing the department to respond to suspected tax violations. Repeated checks have been described as a major difficulty for truck drivers, who can face questioning at several locations during a journey. Even when the required documents are in order, such interceptions can place drivers and traders under considerable stress. The account also highlights the embarrassment associated with repeated questioning and presents the circular as an attempt to address these concerns through a more focused enforcement system. It invokes Article 19(1)(g) of the Constitution, which concerns citizens freedom to practise a profession or carry on an occupation, trade or business, as part of the argument against stopping vehicles without sufficient justification. The instructions are reported to have taken immediate effect across Tamil Nadu. The account describes the decision as a relief for traders, lorry owners and drivers who have faced frequent roadside inspections despite carrying the necessary paperwork. For enforcement officials, the requirement under the revised arrangements is a specific basis for intervention: credible intelligence about suspected GST violations involving an identified vehicle. The change is intended to make inspections more targeted and reduce unnecessary disruption to goods transport, with the department retaining the ability to investigate suspected violations when reliable information warrants action.
Tamil Nadu government revises auto-rickshaw fares in Chennai, other regions
According to a notification published in the government gazette, the minimum fare has been fixed at 50 for upto 1.8 km
Indian Railways Opens Applications For 1,265 Station Master Posts, Check Deadline
Railway Station Master Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), Mumbai, has notified the highest number of vacancies at 177, followed by Jammu-Srinagar with 122 and Chennai with 119.
Rain likely in TNs Western Ghats districts today; temperatures may rise
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 28 (IANS) Districts along the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu are likely to receive rain over the next three days, while maximum temperatures could rise by up to three degrees Celsius in parts of the state and Puducherry, according to the Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai. In its weather bulletin, the centre forecast moderate rain in the Western Ghats districts. One or two places in southern Tamil Nadu could also experience light rain, indicating that rainfall across the southern region is expected to remain isolated. The forecast points to a variation in rainfall intensity between the two regions, with moderate showers expected along the Western Ghats and lighter rainfall at isolated locations in the southern districts. For Thursday, the weather centre predicted light rain at one or two places in both the Western Ghats districts and southern Tamil Nadu. The forecast therefore suggests lighter rainfall in the hill districts compared with the moderate showers expected today. The bulletin also indicated the possibility of light rain at one or two places across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal on October 31. Although the geographical coverage of that forecast is broader, the rain is expected to be confined to isolated locations. Alongside the rainfall outlook, the centre said maximum temperatures could increase by up to three degrees Celsius in some places in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal through October 31. The temperature forecast indicates the possibility of showers, accompanied by rising daytime temperatures in parts of the region. The projected increase applies to some locations and does not suggest a uniform rise across all districts. For Chennai, the centre forecast partly cloudy skies for the day, with the maximum temperature likely to reach around 36 degrees Celsius. The citys forecast thus points to a warm day with partial cloud cover. Overall, the weather outlook combines moderate rainfall in the Western Ghats districts for the day, lighter showers at isolated places on Thursday and the possibility of isolated light rain across Tamil Nadu and the adjoining Union Territory regions on October 31.
TN prisons to get armed guards after 17 inmates escape from Theni jail
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 28 (IANS) Armed guards will be deployed at all central and district prisons across Tamil Nadu from Wednesday, following the escape of 17 inmates from Theni district jail, Director General of Police, Prisons and Correctional Services, Sandeep Rai Rathore said. The deployment forms part of a security overhaul announced after the jailbreak on Monday night exposed lapses in the handling of a reported medical emergency. Prison authorities are also reviewing security arrangements and preparing a revised standard operating procedure. Rathore said watchtowers would have armed personnel, who would be instructed to shoot at sight in the event of an escape attempt. Under the existing practice, guards stationed in watchtowers at most prisons in the State do not carry firearms. The department will also ensure that all prisons have functioning alarm systems. Additional security measures will be introduced after the security audit is completed and the revised operating procedure is put in place, he said. Acknowledging security lapses at the Theni facility, Rathore said prison staff had acted in good faith when alerted to what they believed was a medical emergency involving an inmate. However, their response involved a breach of the prescribed procedure for securing gates. Staff unlocked three gates and rushed inside to attend to the reported health problem. In doing so, they failed to lock the gates from the inside, leaving the route unsecured while they responded to the alert. An officer described the failure to secure the gates as a major deviation from protocol. The inmates took advantage of the situation, attacked the guards and escaped, the officer said. The account places the handling of the emergency alert and the failure to relock the gates at the centre of the security lapse. Although staff believed they were responding to a genuine health issue, the gates remained unsecured during their intervention. The measures announced by the department cover armed surveillance and alarm readiness across central and district prisons. Armed deployment at watchtowers will mark a change from the prevailing arrangement in most facilities, where personnel perform their duties without guns. While the armed deployment is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, further changes will depend on the findings of the security audit and the revised procedures. Rathore said additional measures would be implemented once both stages of the review were completed.
Tamil Nadus biggest jailbreak in 30 years: How cops tracked 13 of 17 escapees in forest using drones
Landfall process due to Cyclone Arnab continues along Andhra coast | LIVE
Traffic on Ennore Expressway and other coastal roads in north Chennai and Tiruvallur districts of Tamil Nadu witnessedhigh waves lashing onto the land as a result of the cyclone
TVS family feud: Venu Srinivasan, son and wife along with daughter file caveats
TVS Motor Co. chairman-emeritus Venu Srinivasan, son Sudarshan Venu, wife Mallika Srinivasan, and daughter Lakshmi Venu have filed a total of eight caveats in two Chennai courts
FIAFA seeks separate regulator for small NBFCs
Calls For Freeze On Further Increase In NOF Requirements
Fears of Chennai Airport Shutdown During Heavy Rains Loom Large
Planned stormwater drain work drags on
Alert auto driver hands over prisoner to jail authorities
Theni jailbreak exposes 30 years manpower crunch in TN prisons
Opposition slams TVK govt over Theni jailbreak
Fake emergency, flash attack & failed siren
TVS Motors Venu Srinivasan and daughter Lakshmi file caveats against each other over inheritance
Venu Srinivasan and his daughter Lakshmi Venu have initiated caveats against each other regarding family business matters. The filings occurred in Chennais civil and commercial courts earlier this month. While Venu and his son Sudarshan claim a previous agreement exists, Lakshmi is advocating for a fair settlement. Mallika and Lakshmi have expressed their intention for an amicable resolution through discussions.
TN athlete Dharanidharan eyes 80m mark after javelin gold
Theni jailbreak: 13 of 17 escapees caught after manhunt using drones
Venu Srinivasan family business dispute escalates to court as both sides file caveats
Two ex-ministers quizzed by city police for derogatory remarks
Sub-registrar has power to deny registration of document: HC
Minor girl gives birth to baby in hospital toilet
People should make health a priority, says Prathap Reddy
Dont issue completion certificates to buildings in aquifer zones, HC tells GCC
Non-Hindus barred from agamic temples: Madras HC tightens entry rules; cites breaches
IIT Madras to organise international symposium on microbiomes
Gangster C D Mani arrested after police intercept car
AIADMK chief Palaniswami slams TVK govt over Aavin price hike
DMK councillor booked over Karur stampede remark
Tamil Nadu doubles minimum auto fare to 50
Tamil Nadu Coir Industry Faces Layoffs Amid Export Slowdown, Seeks Govt Aid
Railways to launch door-to-door parcel services
Indian Railways plans to introduce a door-to-door parcel service using the Rail Parcel App in eight cities. Customers in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, and other cities can book pickups and deliveries. Logistics partners will manage first-mile and last-mile services, while the railways will transport parcels. Bookings can be made online, easing the logistics burden for customers. Refunds for cancellations will also be available under specific conditions.
Theni Jailbreak Puts Spotlight on Tamil Nadu Prison Staff Shortage
Prisons Are Overcrowded, While 15% Of The Posts Lie Vacant
Stolen Chola-era bronze idol of Kannappa Nayanar repatriated from Netherlands
The bronze was repatriated last week along with a collection of 11th-Century Chola-era royal charter plates voluntarily relinquished by Leiden University Library
Giant waves hit commuters on Ennore Expressway in Chennai
The permissible height of non-high rise buildings has been increased from 18.3 metres to 19.5 metres
SRM School of Law hosts national-level Tamil moot court competition
The competition aimed to promote Tamil as a language of legal advocacy and provide students with practical exposure to courtroom proceedings
MTC bus crashes into parked cars near High Court
The driver lost control of the vehicle and rammed the parked cars before crashing into the median of the road and coming to a halt
History-sheeter hacked to death in Adyar; three arrested
Woman dies as tanker runs over bike
Cauvery row: Tamil Nadu moves SC, accuses Karnataka of defying CWMA order
Aavin increases prices of around 25 milk-based products ahead of Deepavali
While the price of curd has gone up by 10 per kilo, the cost of ghee has been hiked by 80 per kilo
Junior Athletics: Neil Samraj R Breaks 200m Record
Tamil Nadu's Neil Samraj R shattered the men's U18 200m national record at the National Junior Athletics Championships in Chennai on Tuesday, clocking 21.03 seconds. He also secured gold in the 100m with another national record and was named the best athlete in his category. The state of Tamil Nadu emerged as the overall team champions, with Bhavana G also setting a new meet record in the U20 women's 200m.
Greater Chennai Police issue Look Out Circular against Archana Veeramani
She was taken into custody by the SIT at the Chennai airport after she boarded a flight to Singapore on Friday (October 23). Investigators freeze the bank accounts of Veeramanis business establishments
Radhatri Nethralaya conducts workshop on first aid for eye injuries
VIT Chennai to host Marketing Conclave 2026 on AI and the future of marketing
The October 30 event will feature panel discussions, fireside chats and networking opportunities covering emerging marketing trends and entrepreneurial challenges
Versigent leases nearly 3 lakh sq ft of industrial space in Chennai
The company will pay a monthly rent of Rs 1.08 crore for the space, at a rate of Rs 37 per sq ft per month. The agreement includes a security deposit of Rs 6.48 crore and provides for a 15% escalation in rent every three years.
Cyclone Arnab impact: Several flights from Vizag, Vijayawada cancelled
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Oct 27 (IANS) Very severe cyclonic storm Arnab in the Bay of Bengal has disrupted air services in Andhra Pradesh, with airlines cancelling several flights at Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram near Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada International Airport on Tuesday. With heavy rains accompanied by gusty winds lashing the coastal region under the impact of the cyclone on Tuesday, various airlines have cancelled their services as a precautionary measure. Sixteen flights scheduled to depart from Bhogapuram on Tuesday have been cancelled. Services to destinations like Delhi, Hyderabad, Kurnool, Tirupati, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Chennai were cancelled. Five flights from Gannavaram Airport in Vijayawada were also cancelled in view of the cyclone. Airlines have cancelled Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kadapa and Bhogapuram flights. With the cyclone set to cross the coast on Wednesday, more flights are likely to be cancelled. Authorities had already issued an advisory that, in view of the approaching cyclonic weather, heavy rainfall and strong winds may affect flight schedules and travel to and from Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport. Passengers were advised to check flight status with their airline before leaving for the airport. They have been advised to allow additional travel time, subject to local weather and road conditions. Passengers have been asked to contact their airline directly for rescheduling or cancellation assistance. Air India and Air India Express said in their advisories that weather conditions associated with Tropical Cyclone Arnab may impact flights to and from Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada on 27 October. They advised passengers to check their flight status on the websites of the airlines. As road travel may also get affected due to inclement weather, passengers have been advised to allow extra time for their journey to the airport. Meanwhile, a review meeting was held by the Airports Authority of India to assess preparedness at airports located in the potential impact zone of severe cyclonic storm Arnab and ensure readiness to address any possible disruptions to civil aircraft operations. The meeting was chaired by Puneet Kansal, Chairman and attended by Regional Executive Directors of Eastern Region and Southern Region, Airport Directors of Kolkata, Chennai, Tirupati, Raipur, Kadapa, Bhubaneswar, Vijayawada, Rajahmundry and Jharsuguda airports, along with ATC In-charges of Bhogapuram and Hyderabad airports.
Woman run over by tanker lorry in Valasaravakkam
The police have launched a search for the truck driver, who abandoned the vehicle and fled
Armstrong murder case: Sambhav Senthil located in U.K.; passport impounded, extradition process on
Sambhav Senthil and his associate Mottai Krishnan are suspected key conspirators in the 2024 murder of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader K. Armstrong
TN govt announces up to 20 pc bonus for PSU employees; 2.60 lakh to benefit
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 27 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has announced bonus and ex-gratia payments of up to 20 per cent for eligible Group C and D employees of state public sector undertakings for 2025-26, benefiting 2,60,497 workers at a total cost of Rs 367.20 crore. The announcement, made ahead of Deepavali, recognises the contribution of workers and employees to the states economic development and the functioning of public sector enterprises, according to an official release. Eligible permanent workers will receive between Rs 8,400 and Rs 16,800, the release said. Employees in profit-making public sector undertakings will receive an 8.33 per cent bonus and 11.67 per cent ex-gratia, taking the combined payment to 20 per cent, subject to the allocable surplus available with the respective enterprises. Eligible Group C and D employees of the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation, state transport corporations, Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation and Tamil Nadu Cooperative Milk Producers Federation will also receive a combined payment of 20 per cent. For public sector undertakings without an allocable surplus, the government has announced a minimum bonus of 8.33 per cent and an ex-gratia payment of 1.67 per cent, bringing the total benefit to 10 per cent. Eligible employees of the Tamil Nadu Housing Board and Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board will receive the same 10 per cent package, comprising bonus and ex-gratia. Group C and D employees eligible for the benefit in the Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board will receive an 8.33 per cent bonus. Temporary workers employed by the Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation will receive a separate ex-gratia payment of Rs 3,000 each. The release referred to a monthly salary ceiling of Rs 21,000 for bonus eligibility and a monthly wage ceiling of Rs 7,000 for calculating the payment. It said the government had relaxed the prescribed limits for extending the announced benefits. Separate orders will be issued for employees working in various cooperative societies and institutions, the government said. Highlighting Tamil Nadus industrial strengths, the release credited workers dedication, skilled manpower and government policies with supporting growth and attracting domestic and foreign investments across manufacturing, automobiles, engineering, textiles, leather, pharmaceuticals and information technology. The government said the payments would encourage employees and help workers and their families celebrate the forthcoming Deepavali festival with happiness.
TNPDCL denies purchasing power at 41.50 per unit
TN yet to release PG medical rank list as national counselling moves ahead
Captain Srinivasamurthy Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CSMCARI) has invited eligible candidates to attend a Walk-in Interview for 7 vacancies across various posts. The walk-in interview will be held from 17 November 2026 to 19 November 2026. Candidates should report at 10:30 AM. The recruitment drive includes Office Assistant, Junior Research Fellow, Hindi Assistant, Library Assistant, and other positions. Further details are available at csmcarichennai.ccras.res.in.
Nearly 4,000 shelters set up, emergency forces on standby as Odisha, Andhra brace for cyclone Arnab
The Indian Railways cancelled at least 50 trains in the region as a precaution, while traffic restrictions were imposed on many coastal roads in the region. Two IndiGo flights connecting Vijayawada with Chennai and Bengaluru were also cancelled during the day.
Indian Railways opens applications for 1,265 Station Master posts
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Indian Railways has launched a dedicated recruitment process for station Masters offering 1,265 vacancies across various Railway Recruitment Boards and zones with the commencement of online applications from Tuesday, an official statement said. The online application window will close on November 25, 2026, the statement from the Ministry of Railways said. The opportunities extend across multiple Railway zones, enabling eligible graduates to compete for positions in different parts of the country. RRB Mumbai notified the highest number of vacancies at 177, followed by Jammu-Srinagar at 122 and Chennai at 119. Indian Railways has opened a new avenue of employment for graduate candidates with the commencement of online applications for Station Master recruitment under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 08/2026, the statement said. The ministry advised candidates to review the detailed eligibility conditions, vacancy distribution and application instructions before submitting their forms. Candidates can access the detailed recruitment notification, eligibility requirements, examination syllabus, application instructions and RRB-wise vacancy distribution through the official website. The dedicated recruitment process provides candidates with a specific notification covering eligibility requirements, examination procedures and vacancy distribution for the post, it added. Indian Railways is currently running a ticketchecking drive across the Central Railway network till October 31, targeting concession tickets, fixed reservation quotas, railway passes and group bookings, a separate statement had said. Ticketchecking staff verify passengers eligibility and insist on original identity proof for concessions and quota travel. The checking is being conducted in railway stations as well as local trains. Acceptable IDs include Aadhaar, passport, PAN, driving licence, voter ID, government photo ID, student ID, bank passbook with photo, and bank credit card with laminated photo. Passengers should carry the original document and not rely only on a photocopy or an image of the document stored on their phone.
Unidentified men hack youth to death in public in Adyar
The police have apprehended three suspects who were directly involved in the case. Preliminary investigation reveals the murder was due to previous enmity
DLSA Chennai Para Legal Volunteer Recruitment 2026
Chennai District Legal Services Authority (DLSA Chennai) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for the post of Para Legal Volunteer. Offline applications will be accepted till 16 November 2026. For complete details, candidates can visit chennai.dcourts.gov.in.
SRMIST students showcase semiconductor innovation from research to industry projects
Works involve power semiconductor devices for railway applications and secure RISC-V processor research
ISL 2026-27: FC Goa look to regain momentum against Sporting Delhi
Digital Desk | Margao, Oct 27 (IANS) FC Goa return to Indian Super League 2026-27 action on Wednesday as they host Sporting Club Delhi, who are searching for their first points after two consecutive defeats. FC Goa have played just once in the league so far, drawing 1-1 with Chennaiyin FC, and will be eager to rediscover their rhythm after a spell away from domestic action that ended in an exit from the AFC Challenge League. Head coach Gouramangi Singh stressed the importance of returning with a win, insisting his side must show the same intensity, commitment and concentration they expect of themselves. Every game is important. Our game against Delhi is particularly important for us. Since we are back now (from Asian competition), we want to start with a win, he said. Forward Christian Chiki Borrego has been in good scoring form, finding the net in his last four games across competitions. However, the attacker is focused on the teams results rather than his individual tally. I prefer scoring goals for getting wins, he said. Sporting Club Delhi, however, will be no pushovers. Their opening two matches have followed a similar pattern: they led Bengaluru FC 2-1 at half-time before losing 3-2, then took a 1-0 lead against Mohun Bagan Super Giant before suffering a 2-1 defeat. Despite those results, head coach Tomasz Thorez remains confident in his sides performances. I am very happy with the performance of the team. I think we played a very good game. We repeated what was a very good first-half performance in Bengaluru. We were dangerous and created a lot of chances against a strong opponent, but unfortunately we couldn't score more goals. Defender Clarence Fernandes acknowledged the need to see games through after SCD let leads slip in both outings. We should know how to hold the lead, he said The fixture also marks a return to familiar surroundings for SCD defender Sanatomba Singh Yanglem, who previously represented FC Goa. The Gaurs won the sides last meeting 1-0 in February, with Dejan Drai scoring the winner. Bob Jackson Raj is expected to be available for Goa, while Harsh Patre and Aakash Sangwan are set to be sidelined for a while.
91Springboard to add 8,000 seats across 3.6 lakh sq ft in five new hubs
The workspace provider is expanding across Chennai, MMR and NCR, with plans to strengthen its presence in key markets before accelerating its entry into Tier-2 cities
India Game Developer Conference returns to Chennai for its 18th edition
The four-day event, beginning October 28, will bring together over 10,000 attendees and 90 speakers, with a focus on indie game development, investment and innovation
