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
Stalin Condemns Daylight Murder of Youth in Chennai, Slams TVK Govt
Sharing a news clip of the incident on social media, Stalin alleged that the current administration has left public spaces completely unsafe
Meet the Chennai children who travelled to London and returned with six Guinness records
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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.
Tamil Nadu Revises Auto-Rickshaw Fares: Minimum Charge Set at Rs 50 for First 1.8 Kilometres
The Tamil Nadu government has issued a formal notification revising the fare structure for contract carriage auto-rickshaws operating across the Chennai Metropolitan Area and other regions throughout the state. Under the updated guidelines issued by Principal Secretary A. Karthik under Section 67(1) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the minimum fare has been fixed at [] The post Tamil Nadu Revises Auto-Rickshaw Fares: Minimum Charge Set at Rs 50 for First 1.8 Kilometres appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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.
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
Gold, silver prices today, 28 October: Check the retail price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver on Tuesday in your cities Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai.
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.
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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
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
CREDAI Chennai Welcomes Amendments to Building Rules
The amendments increase the permissible height of non-high-rise buildings from 18.30 metres to 19.50 metres and revise setback norms for high-rise buildings to facilitate more efficient land use.
Alert auto driver hands over prisoner to jail authorities
Theni jailbreak exposes 30 years manpower crunch in TN prisons
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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.
Theni jailbreak: 13 of 17 escapees caught after manhunt using drones
Venu Srinivasan family business dispute escalates to court as both sides file caveats
Govt sends inspection teams to engineering colleges to probe excess fees
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
IIT Madras to organise international symposium on microbiomes
Gangster C D Mani arrested after police intercept car
MTC bus rams nine cars near Madras high court
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.
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
Cyclone Arnab causes high waves in north Chennai, Tiruvallur
The Regional Meteorological Centre here had warned of rough seas due to thecyclone. The sea is expected to calm down by noon on October 28
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
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
Govt. plans industry integration, skill-based curricula for higher education: Minister
The Minister said out of the roughly 40,000 industrial establishments in T.N. 20,000 located in districts neighbouring Chennai and 20,000 distributed across other districts 3,000 industries could initially be chosen in a pilot project for direct integration with educational institutions
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.
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
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.
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
Agilisium to shift its Asia headquarters from Chennai to Hyderabad
The shift to Hyderabad is aimed attaping into Hyderabads strong pharmaceutical and biotechnology ecosystem, the company said
CSK Revamp Coaching Staff, Bring In Albie Morkel, Gareth Batty And Mohit Sharma
Albie Morkel, Gareth Batty and Mohit Sharma have been appointed assistant coaches of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027.
Saiju Kurup's 'Harivarasanam' to hit screens on January 15 for Makar Sankranthi
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 27 (IANS) The makers of director Rajesh Nair's devotional Malayalam film 'Harivarasanam', featuring Malayalam actor Saiju Kurup in the lead, on Tuesday announced that the film would hit screens on January 15 next year for the festival of Makar Sankranthi. Taking to its Instagram page to share the update, production house Panorama Studios wrote, An Emotional Journey of Faith! Witness HARIVARASANAM in theatres this MAKAR SANKRANTHI! It may be recalled that director Rajesh had, in the first week of October, confirmed that dubbing for the film had been completed. The director had taken to to his Instagram stories section to drop the update. In August this year, the director had shared a Behind The Scenes picture from the sets even as he dropped an update on the film's progress. Taking to his Instagram page, director Rajesh Nair had disclosed that the film had entered its 30th day of shooting even as he shared a picture that showed the cinematographer focussing his camera on actors dressed as devotees lined up to climb the famous 18 steps at Sabarimala. The cinematographer was also seen holding out a mike towards the actors. The film has triggered huge interest among fans and film buffs and what had recently added to their excitement was Tamil comedian Yogi Babu joining the unit. Actor Saiju Kurup, who plays the lead in this devotional film, had welcomed Tamil comedian Yogi Babu onboard the unit of the film. Taking to his Instagram page, Saiju Kurup posted a picture of himself with Yogi Babu and had said, #Harivarasanam, the divine tale continues. Happy to welcome onboard,Shri Yogi Babu @yogiibabuorginal. Get ready for an intense blend of emotion, devotion, and powerful storytelling. @yogiibabuorginal. @director_rajeshmohanan @ajithvinayakafilms @sarathkumar2222 @ampady_k @ranjin_raj @sajadkaakku @ajiesh_edamon @sasi.poduval @rakhil._ @stephy_zaviour @sithara_vijayan @eva_anil. The film, which is being directed by Rajesh Nair who is best known for having directed films like Salt Mango Tree and Thrissur Pooram, is being produced by Vinayaka Ajith. The film had gone on floors in the beginning of July, with a pooja ceremony that was held at the Chitranjali studio in Thiruvananthapuram where a grand set resembling the famous Sabarimala temple was erected. The story for the film has been penned by Ampadhy K while the project has been designed by R Jayachandran. The film boasts of a fine technical team. Cinematography for the film is by Sajad Kaaku while music for the film is by Ranjin Raj. Ajiesh Edamon has been roped in as the editor for this film, which has costumes designed by Stephy Zaviour. Production design is by Rakhil and production control is by Sasi Poduval.
Chennai City Bus Rams 7 Cars, Hits Divider Outside Madras High Court
No one was injured in the incident. The police said they will interrogate the driver and conductor to understand what caused the accident.
Albie Morkel joins Chennai Super Kings as assistant coach ahead of IPL 2027
In a major development, five-time IPL (Indian Premier League) champions Chennai Super Kings have come forward and announced that former South Africa all-rounder Albie Morkel will be joining their ranks as the assistant coach ahead...
ZSI discovers new electric ray species in deep waters of Arabian Sea
Kolkata, Oct 27: Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered a new species of electric ray from the deep waters of the southeastern Arabian Sea in the northern Indian Ocean, a ZSI statement said on Tuesday. The discovery marks the first confirmed record of the genus Tetronarce in the northern Indian Ocean, shedding new light on the rich and poorly explored biodiversity of India's deep-sea ecosystems, the statement said. The research was carried out under the Ministry of Earth Sciences' Deep Ocean Mission project, which focuses on the taxonomy, distribution, biology, and status of deep-sea chondrichthyans (cartilaginous fishes) in Indian waters. The findings have been published in the international taxonomy journal Zootaxa. Collected off India's southwestern coast, the new speciescommonly named the Arabian Black Electric Rayis distinguished by several unique physical and genetic traits, the statement said. The discovery was led by Dr K K Bineesh (Scientist) and Anil Kasinath (Junior Research Fellow) from the Marine Biology Regional Centre (MBRC) of ZSI in Chennai, in collaboration with Dr David A Ebert of the Pacific Shark Research Center at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, San Jose State University, USA. The species has been named Tetronarce Ramanamurthy in honour of Dr M V Ramana Murthy, Mission Director of the Deep Ocean Mission, Ministry of Earth Sciences, recognising his outstanding contributions to marine science, ocean engineering, and marine hazard mitigation in India. Deep-sea marine habitats remain among the most difficult ecosystems to study, noted the research team. By integrating classical morphological taxonomy with modern molecular tools, we can uncover hidden marine life, clarify evolutionary relationships and establish critical baselines for ocean conservation, the statement added.
Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) announced a sweeping overhaul of their coaching and support staff on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, ahead of the 2027 season. The franchise has welcomed back several former fan favorites into official coaching roles, headlined by former South African all-rounder Albie Morkel and veteran Indian pacer [] The post IPL 2027: Chennai Super Kings Overhaul Support Staff, Appoint Albie Morkel and Mohit Sharma Under Head Coach Zaheer Khan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Excited: Albie Morkel, Mohit Sharma, Gareth Batty React To CSK Coaching Appointments
Head Coach Zaheer Khan: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have confirmed their revamped coaching staff for IPL 2027, with former India pacer Mohit Sharma appointed bowling coach and Albie Morkel and Gareth Batty joining as assistant coaches under head coach Zaheer Khan. Announcing the appointments on Tuesday, the five-time champions also thanked outgoing support staff members Michael Hussey, Eric Simons, Rajiv Kumar, Tommy Simsek and Greg King for their contributions to the franchise. James Foster will continue as fielding coach, while Sridharan Sriram retains his role as assistant coach. Mohit, who began his IPL career with CSK, expressed his excitement at returning to the franchise where he enjoyed some of the most memorable moments of his playing career. It is an absolute pleasure to return to the franchise I once represented, and it feels like coming back home. I started my IPL career with CSK and it acted as the catalyst that propelled me into the national circuit. I have some wonderful memories with the Super Kings, especially winning the Purple Cap award and the 2014 CLT20 title. I look forward to sharing my inputs and work alongside Head Coach Zaheer Khan, he said. The 38-year-old represented India in 34 international matches and has taken 134 wickets in 120 IPL appearances. He won the Purple Cap in 2014 after claiming 23 wickets and was part of CSKs Champions League T20-winning squad that year. Morkel, meanwhile, returns to the franchise with which he won IPL titles in 2010 and 2011, along with the Champions League T20 in 2010. The former South African all-rounder represented his country in more than 100 international matches. I share a special bond with the Super Kings family. The sound of the fans and the whistles at Chepauk is something that has reverberated in my ears since my playing days. I have special memories at Chennai Super Kings, both on and off the field. I am excited to share my knowledge and experience with the youngsters in the team, Morkel said. Batty completes the trio of new appointments. The former England cricketer, who represented his country in 20 international matches, previously coached Surrey to three consecutive County Championship titles between 2022 and 2024. He has also claimed 682 wickets and scored 7,399 runs in first-class cricket. I am excited to join the Chennai Super Kings coaching setup. I have been following the exploits of one of the most adored and respected cricket franchises in the globe and I consider it an absolute pleasure to be working with some of the best minds in the game. I am looking forward to this new chapter, Batty said. Batty completes the trio of new appointments. The former England cricketer, who represented his country in 20 international matches, previously coached Surrey to three consecutive County Championship titles between 2022 and 2024. He has also claimed 682 wickets and scored 7,399 runs in first-class cricket. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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The arrest of former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi in an alleged multi-crore corruption case has triggered political reactions across the State. Poyyamozhi was arrested by Chennai Police on October 26 and remanded to judicial custody till November 6. The case involves allegations of collecting money from private school managements in exchange for government recognition and statutory approvals. As the Central Crime Branch continues its investigation, political leaders have weighed in on the arrest and the allegations surrounding the case.
CSK name Morkel assistant coach, Mohit Sharma bowling coach for IPL 2027
Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday announced wholesale changes to their support staff ahead of the 2027 season, bringing in the likes of Albie Morkel and Mohit Sharma who had long playing careers for the storied IPL franchise. Former South Africa international Morkel joins CSK as an assistant coach while Mohit has been appointed as the bowling coach of a side he represented for many seasons. Former England cricketer Gareth Batty has also been signed as an assistant coach. Fielding coach James Foster and assistant coach Sridharan Sriram will continue their journey with CSK. The five-time IPL champions made all these announcements on social media. The support staff will be led by head coach Zaheer Khan who has replaced Stephen Fleming. Fleming served as CSK head coach from 2009 to 2026. CSK also thanked the outgoing support staff including Eric Simons, Rajiv Kumar, Tommy Simsek and Michael Hussey.
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