TN bypolls: TVK, allies to hold joint rally in Madurantakam today; CM Vijay to skip
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and its alliance partners will hold a joint public meeting in Madurantakam on Thursday, seeking to demonstrate unity and strengthen their campaign against the DMK and AIADMK ahead of the October 6 Assembly bypoll. VCK president Thol Thirumavalavan, Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president Manickam Tagore, MDMK general secretary Vaiko and IUML president K.M. Khader Mohideen are scheduled to address the gathering alongside TVK general secretaries N. Anand and Aadhav Arjuna. The meeting will be the first joint campaign organised by the TVK-led Secular Social Justice Victory alliance since its formation on September 9. Organisers expect around 5,000 people to attend. The rally comes amid unease among alliance partners over Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays recent campaign in Madurantakam, during which he did not share the stage with their leaders. His speech mentioned the IUML but left out the other constituents, prompting murmurs of dissatisfaction within the alliance. CM Vijay will also be absent from the Thursday meeting. He is scheduled to campaign separately in the constituency on October 2. TVK leaders, however, believe the participation of senior alliance leaders at the joint meeting, followed by CM Vijays campaign, will reinforce their collective strength and help answer criticism from the opposition. VCK General Secretary D. Ravikumar said the decision to organise the rally followed discussions on bringing all alliance partners together for a coordinated campaign. Thirumavalavan had initially planned a separate campaign in support of the TVK candidate. TVK leaders subsequently proposed a common platform involving the alliances principal leaders to demonstrate solidarity and counter the oppositions offensive. The alliance is seeking to challenge AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswamis appeal for justice for the betrayal and allegations of horse-trading directed at TVK and its leadership. Ravikumar said the joint meeting and CM Vijays subsequent visit were expected to strengthen the alliances response to these charges during the closing stages of campaigning. He visited the proposed venue with TVK functionaries and election coordinators to review preparations and oversee arrangements for the gathering. However, Ravikumar ruled out organising a similar joint rally in Dharapuram, where a bypoll is also scheduled, citing insufficient time to make the necessary arrangements. With campaigning ending on October 4, the Madurantakam meeting gives alliance leaders a shared platform before the final push for votes.
Chennai Corporation to resume waste segregation campaign from today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) in Tamil Nadu will resume its 40-day household waste segregation awareness campaign across the citys southern region on Thursday, with civic officials reporting improved participation among residents who have received collection bags. The initiative, titled Segregate Waste - Save Tomorrow, was launched on August 22 but paused to allow officials to complete the distribution of dry waste bags and monitoring stickers to targeted households. As of September 28, materials had reached 45,000 of the 50,000 households identified for the programme. Officials said the remaining distribution would be completed shortly, after which the formal 40-day challenge would begin. Households demonstrating the best segregation practices will receive prizes at the conclusion. According to a senior civic official, segregation among households supplied with bags has increased from 35 per cent to 64 per cent. The campaign aims to help residents understand how to separate biodegradable, non-biodegradable, sanitary and hazardous waste before handing it over to collection workers. Officials said the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 require separate disposal of the four waste categories, making household participation central to the initiative. Residents in Adambakkam said daily visits and reminders from sanitation workers had encouraged them to separate waste into four categories. Some households had already been handing over wet and dry waste separately for more than two years. However, residents in some wards under the corporation flagged the absence of dedicated red bins for sanitary waste on some collection vehicles. Workers currently collect such items separately in plastic covers or black bins and record compliance on monitoring sheets displayed outside homes. Civic officials have instructed the private waste collection contractor to provide sanitary waste bins on battery-operated vehicles. A contractor spokesperson said red bins had been ordered and would be supplied to drivers once delivered. Collection workers, meanwhile, said uneven compliance was extending their working hours. A driver covering 23 streets in the Alandur zone said some residents insisted that workers separate mixed garbage themselves, delaying collection and reducing time for lunch breaks. A councillor said segregation was improving in residential neighbourhoods, although ensuring consistent participation in slum areas remained difficult. Officials said expanding the campaign across Chennai would require additional funding for bags. Supplies for the first phase were obtained through corporate social responsibility support, and further coverage would depend on securing fresh contributions.
G V Prakash Kumar's film with director Hariharan Ram enters final schedule of filming
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) Two-time National Award winning music director, producer and actor G V Prakash, who is now playing the lead in director Hariharan Ram's upcoming film, has now disclosed that shooting for the film had entered its final phase. Taking to his X timeline, G V Prakash, who posted a picture of himself from the sets of the film, wrote, Final schedule on. A @hariharanram24 film . Shot by @thenieswar sir @larkstudios1 @ParallelUniPic. For the unaware, Hariharan Ram is best known for having directed the critically acclaimed superhit film 'Joe'. The film, which is being produced by Lark Studios, which has delivered two blockbusters --Garudan and Maaman -- back-to-back, along with Parallel Universe Pictures, was announced officially in April this year. Malavika Manoj, who impressed audiences with her performance in 'Joe', plays the female lead opposite G.V. Prakash Kumar in this film. Sources disclosed that the film will present G V Prakash in a completely new dimension, for which he had undergone intense preparation. Cinematography for the film is being handled by one of the best in business, Theni Eswar. The ace cinematographer is best known for his visually striking work in films like 'Karnan' and 'Vaazhai'. The film officially went on floors in June this year. Hariharan Ram gained widespread acclaim with his critically and commercially successful film 'Joe'. Sources say that G.V. Prakash Kumar, who was impressed by his distinctive storytelling, not only agreed to headline the project but also compose the music for the film. G V Prakash, who is known as much for his acting as he is for his music, was recently in the news for having won a third National Award for Best Background score in the blockbuster Tamil film, 'Amaran', which was based on the life of Major Mukund Varadarajan who was awarded the Ashok Chakra, the countrys highest gallantry award, for his supreme sacrifice while fighting militants in Jammu and Kashmir.
Raiza Wilson's horror sci-fi thriller 'Nova' to now hit screens on October 9
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) The makers of director Milo's eagerly awaited horror science-fiction supernatural fantasy thriller 'Nova', featuring actress Raiza Wilson in the lead, have now announced that their film will hit screens worldwide on October 1 this year. Director Milo shared cinematographer Christo Bob's announcement that the film would hit screens on October 1 on his Instagram page. For the unaware, the film was earlier supposed to release on September 25. However, it was postponed. It may be recalled that the Censor Board has already cleared the film for release with a U/A certificate. Actress Raiza Wilson had taken to her Instagram page to share the update. Sharing a poster that showed the film had been certified U/A, she wrote, A fun sci-fi film for everyone. Raiza Wilson had disclosed earlier that she had braved blood-sucking leeches, constant mist and rain among other things to shoot for this film. Raiza, who is best known for her performance in 'Pyaar Prema Kaadhal', while sharing her experience of working on the eagerly awaited film, had said, The film is structured like a story within a story. I play an important character that appears in the flashback portions. The movie combines elements of action, thriller, and science-fiction. I have never acted in a story or role like this before, which is exactly why I was drawn to it, said Raiza Wilson and went on to add that the shoot took place in the forests of Marayoor in Kerala. We even filmed inside sandalwood forests, where obtaining permission itself is difficult. There were many challenges-- blood-sucking leeches, constant mist and rain, the intimidating sounds of wild animals, and muddy, slippery paths. Before going there, I thought the shoot would be quite easy. I had no idea it would be so demanding. I have never faced such difficulties in any of my previous films. Despite all this, we completed the shoot on schedule without delays, she had explained. Stating that director Milo always kept the atmosphere on set energetic and positive, the actress had said because of that, the hardships they faced never felt overwhelming. It is remarkable that he chose such a complex story for his very first feature film. It takes a lot of courage. He worked extremely hard and deserves appreciation for it. Since it rained most of the time, I often had to sit on set in wet clothes. The action scenes I performed were filmed there. Stunt master Vimal Rambo gave me specialized training. I had also already undergone fight training for my film 'Mr. X'. So, performing the action scenes in Nova became easier. Apart from Raiza Wilson, the cast also includes Dhruva of 'Aanmai Thavarael', Adviti Shetty, Bengali actress Krithika Biswas, Malayalam actor Joe John Chacko, Sendrayan, and YouTube personalities Finally Swathika and Finally Krishna.
TN: Heavy rain forecast in Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Erode today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds is likely in Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode districts on Thursday, the Meteorological Department said, as a trough extending across Tamil Nadu is expected to bring rainfall to several parts of the state. The trough runs from south interior of Karnataka to the Gulf of Mannar through Tamil Nadu. Under its influence, the three western districts could receive heavy showers, while several other districts are likely to experience moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning. The forecast places Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode among the areas expected to receive the heaviest rainfall. Strong winds could accompany the showers in these districts, according to the department. Moderate rain with thunderstorms is likely in Tiruchirappalli, Namakkal, Theni, Tenkasi, Tirupattur, Dindigul, Madurai and Virudhunagar. Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari districts could also receive moderate showers accompanied by thunder and lightning. The forecast indicates that rainfall will extend beyond the western districts, covering parts of central and southern Tamil Nadu. However, the intensity is expected to vary, with heavy rain predicted for the three western districts and moderate showers for the other districts mentioned by the department. Elsewhere in Tamil Nadu, light to moderate rain is likely at a few places. Similar conditions are expected in Puducherry and Karaikal, where the department has forecast light to moderate showers. For Chennai, the forecast points to a chance of light rain during the evening or night. The city is therefore expected to see milder rainfall than the heavy showers predicted in Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode. The departments outlook for the capital is limited to the possibility of light showers later in the day. It has not indicated heavy rainfall for Chennai in the forecast provided. Thursdays weather outlook highlights differing conditions across the region, ranging from heavy rain with strong winds in western Tamil Nadu to thunderstorms in several inland and southern districts and lighter showers elsewhere. The trough passing through the state is the weather feature associated with the expected rainfall. The department has linked the likelihood of heavy rain in Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode to its influence. While rain is possible across several districts, the forecast does not suggest uniform rainfall throughout Tamil Nadu. It identifies particular districts for heavier or thunderstorm activity and predicts scattered light to moderate showers in the remaining areas.
TN dams at 34 pc capacity; drinking water concerns mount
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) Water storage in Tamil Nadus 90 dams has fallen to about 34 per cent of their combined capacity, raising concerns over irrigation and drinking water supplies as persistent heat leaves 63 reservoirs with less than a quarter of their capacity. The dams, maintained by the Water Resources Department, can together hold 224 thousand million cubic feet (tmcft) of water. However, their current storage stands at just 76.4 tmcft, highlighting the pressure on water resources across several districts. Built across different rivers, these reservoirs support agriculture, supply drinking water and meet electricity generation requirements. Many are located in the Western Ghats, where they also serve as important water sources for wildlife and birds. The sharp decline in storage has increased dependence on the forthcoming northeast monsoon. Water Resources Department and drinking water board officials are awaiting rainfall to replenish reservoirs and help meet demand in the months ahead. Of the 90 dams, 63 are facing severely depleted storage, with water levels below 25 per cent of capacity. Some have little usable water remaining, exposing accumulated mud and silt. Storage in 17 dams is reported to be around 17 per cent. The situation has been compounded by sediment and waste accumulating in reservoirs that have not been adequately desilted. These deposits reduce effective storage capacity, potentially limiting the amount of water available even when rainfall improves. Although summer has ended, intense heat continues in several districts. The prolonged hot conditions have been attributed to the influence of El Nino, adding to concerns over the depletion of reservoir supplies. If the current conditions persist without sufficient rainfall, meeting drinking water requirements could become increasingly difficult in several districts. Reduced storage also threatens the availability of water for farms dependent on releases from the dams. The figures underline the importance of both rainfall and reservoir maintenance in securing water supplies. While the northeast monsoon could bring relief, accumulated silt remains a concern because it restricts the capacity available to capture and retain fresh inflows. Their recovery will depend on how much rain reaches the depleted reservoirs and catchments. For now, the depleted reservoirs leave water authorities dependent on a substantial improvement in rainfall. The coming monsoon will be crucial to easing shortages and restoring supplies for households, agriculture and other users across the affected districts.
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Bundela, Lahiri, Doru Emerge As Applicants For BCCI Mens Junior Selection Panel
Harvinder Singh Sodhi: Domestic cricket stalwarts Devendra Bundela, Saurasish Lahiri, and Nikhil Doru are among the prominent former players in contention for spots on the BCCIs new five-member junior selection committee. Yes, the likes of Bundela, Lahiri and Doru have expressed interest in being the next junior selection panel members. The BCCI is in the final stages of shortlisting candidates to succeed the outgoing S Sharath-led panel and may make an official statement in October, said a source tracking the development to IANS on Wednesday. The Sharath-led panel, which took charge in September 2021, comprises Ranadeb Bose (East Zone), Harvinder Singh Sodhi (North Zone), Pathik Patel (West Zone), and Krishen Mohan (Central Zone). As previously reported by IANS, former India off-spinner Ramesh Powar and ex-Uttar Pradesh fast bowler Ashish Winston Zaidi had submitted applications for positions on the panel, for which the BCCI invited applications in August. It is also understood that ex-India pacers Praveen Kumar and Sudeep Tyagi, along with former Mumbai batter Manoj Joglekar, have also submitted their applications for the junior selection panel, while a word on who comes from South Zone is yet to be known. While there was initial interest surrounding Powar being handed the chief selector's role, the decision could ultimately boil down to international experience following Praveens entry. As per the BCCIs selection committee protocols, the candidate with the highest number of Test caps is generally appointed as the chairman of the panel. Powar represented India in two Tests and 31 ODIs, while Praveen featured in six Tests, 68 ODIs, and 16 T20Is. Powar was recently involved as a spin consultant with the Australia Under-19 team during their ODI series against India in Rajkot. The Sharath-led panel had recently selected the India U-23 squad for a game against the CK Nayudu Trophy winners Tamil Nadu, with the clash to happen at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai and shortlisted a provisional squad for the upcoming U-19 Asia Cup, to be played later this year. With the new selectors yet to be finalised, coaches from the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) have been busy monitoring the next set of future U19 stars. The national junior mens domestic calendar will kick off when the Vinoo Mankad Trophy begins on October 8. Meanwhile, India fast bowler Umesh Yadav will play for Punjab as a guest player in the ongoing domestic season, after previously getting his NoC from Vidarbha. A new chapter begins. Grateful to start the 202627 domestic season with Punjab Cricket Association. With the new selectors yet to be finalised, coaches from the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) have been busy monitoring the next set of future U19 stars. The national junior mens domestic calendar will kick off when the Vinoo Mankad Trophy begins on October 8. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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IGPL Invitational 2026: Aryan Roopa Anand leads as Blue Bulls make the charge
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Young Aryan Roopa Anand produced a classy 6-under 66 in the opening round of the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) to take the outright lead, firing a sparkling six-under-66 at the Qutab Golf Course in New Delhi on Wednesday. It also gave his own team, Delhi Blue Bulls, who are playing at home, an early boost. With his team captain Shiv Kapur, who was runner-up at the last event in Ras AL Khaimah, also getting off to a good start with a 4-under 68, the Blue Bulls were well-placed in the team stakes. Young pro Sawai Hamendra Singh Bhati, who has shown promise in his past few appearances, and the experienced Sachin Baisoya, an IGPL winner in Mauritius, carded five-under 67s to share second place. Delhi Blue Bulls were in the lead in the team standings with contributions from Aryan and Kapur, and they were 10-under. Vimtra Chennai Lions, whose pillar is Gaganjeet Bhullar, and Green Fuels Vizag Dolphins, whose top star today was M Dharma, were tied second at 7-under. The crowded Day One leaderboard had a fascinating mix of youth and experience, as eight players, including one woman, Kashika Mishra, were tied fourth. The bunch included the pedigreed Shiv Kapur, the highly consistent Gaganjeet Bhullar, Varun Parikh, Arjun Prasad, making only his second IGPL start, veteran M. Dharma, Rohit Baisoya and Shaurya Binu. They all carded 4-under 68 each. Manav Shah, who had qualified for the US Open, was T-12 at 3-under 69, while Karandeep Kochhar (71) was T-21. Varun Chopra (72), the winner in Ras Al Khaimah, had a modest start with an even-par card that placed him T-26. The youngest member of Delhi Blue Bulls, Aryan, a Mysuru-born emerging star, is recognised as one of India's top rising golf talents since he transitioned to the professional circuit in 2023 after a highly decorated amateur career during which he won back-to-back All India Amateur titles. Earlier this year, he secured his maiden professional victory on the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) Tour at the IGPL Invitational Congo in April, where he beat former Olympian Udayan Mane in a tense three-hole playoff. The win earned him an invite to play the $2 million International Series Morocco on the Asian Tour. Speaking of his team, Aryan said, I couldn't have asked to play for a better team. We've got a great number of owners, very supportive of our needs. Also, as a team, I think we share the closest bond as teammates with each other. So our camaraderie is honestly unmatched, especially for me, because I'm considerably younger than all of them. I look up to them as mentors and, you know, they've really taken that role on and kind of helped me grow as a golfer too over the course of these last three to four 4 months. I think I'm pretty happy because it's home week for us and it's good to see the, you know, team on the top of the leaderboard and myself too, and Shiv Sir is right behind there, he said. On his game in the first round, he added, My short game was pretty good today, so I converted a lot of birdies from close range. And when I did go off, on some of the holes, I did use my short game to, you know, kind of save the score. So I guess my short game kind of helped me a lot. Aryan started from the first, birdied the third and the fourth before dropping his only shot of the day on the Par-3 sixth. He made up for it with a birdie on the eighth to turn in 2-under 34. On the back nine, Aryan birdied the 11th to get to 3-under. Then over the last four holes, he found three birdies on the 15th, 16th and the 18th for a days work of 6-under. He missed a few more makeable putts but had no three-putts on a solid day. For Aryan, the early lead adds another layer to what has already been an encouraging IGPL season. The young golfers performance at Qutab was particularly significant for the Delhi Blue Bulls, who are looking to make an impact on their home course. Sawai Bhati had six birdies against one bogey, while Sachin Baisoya, who is looking for his second IGPL win, had six birdies and one late bogey in his 67. Kapur, meanwhile, opened with a solid four-under 68 to share fourth place with five other players. The former Asian Games gold medallist is coming into the Delhi leg with unfinished business after his dramatic battle with Varun Chopra in Ras Al Khaimah last week. Kapur had appeared in control of the Ras Al Khaimah event after opening with a spectacular 10-under 62, including a hole-in-one, and carried a three-shot lead into the final round. But Chopra produced a decisive closing 68 to finish at 14-under 202 and claim his maiden IGPL title. Bhullar, one of the most successful players in IGPL history, was also among those sharing fourth place after a four-under 68. Bhullar, Indias most decorated player on the Asian Tour, has already won four IGPL titles, making him the league's most decorated player and a constant threat whenever he tees it up.
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CM Vijay accuses AIADMK of aligning with DMK during Dharapuram campaign
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay on Wednesday accused the AIADMK of becoming an offshoot of the DMK, alleging that the two parties were functioning alike and sharing a common political interest. Campaigning in Dharapuram for TVK candidate Sathyabama ahead of the October 6 Assembly bypoll, Vijay said he had come to meet voters as a son and a family member, rather than in his capacity as Chief Minister. He said his government was committed to eliminating corruption and fulfilling its election promises in phases. Rejecting what he described as a monarchical approach to politics, Vijay alleged that some leaders continued to behave as though they remained in power. Vijay claimed that the AIADMK, which he described as a former offshoot of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), had now aligned indirectly with the DMK. He alleged that this undermined the legacies of former Chief Ministers M.G. Ramachandran and J. Jayalalithaa. Referring to DMK General Secretary Duraimurugans remarks about defeating rulers by fielding ordinary people, Vijay said TVK had done the same by giving ordinary candidates a chance to contest elections. Defending Sathyabamas decision to leave the AIADMK, Vijay said she had resigned as Dharapuram MLA before joining TVK and maintained that her switch involved no political bargaining. Sathyabama became emotional during her speech, saying online attacks over her resignation and party switch prompted her to stop using her phone for two months. Vijay was seen consoling her. Questioning the AIADMKs response to his references to the Sarkaria Commission, Vijay alleged that the party was supporting the DMK and asserted that TVK alone was opposing it. He also criticised DMK leader M.K. Stalins political rhetoric, alleging that it encouraged abuse and hatred. Attacks against TVK, he said, would only strengthen the party and expand its support. On religion, Vijay said TVK respected all faiths and would continue to greet people on Krishna Jayanthi, Christmas and Bakrid despite criticism. He maintained that the party believed in God and opposed no ones religious faith. He said the party would continue its approach to religious greetings regardless of criticism from opponents. Appealing for Sathyabamas victory, Vijay praised the people of Kongu Nadu as hard-working and urged Dharapuram voters to support her in the October 6 poll.
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Dharapuram bypoll campaign: Enthusiastic welcome by workers, people to TN CM Vijay
Digital Desk | Coimbatore, Sep 30 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, C. Joseph Vijay, received an enthusiastic welcome from Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) workers and members of the public on Wednesday as he arrived to campaign for the Dharapuram Assembly bypoll. CM Vijay flew from Chennai on a private aircraft before beginning his road journey to Dharapuram in Tiruppur district, where he was scheduled to address a public meeting in support of TVK candidate Sathyabama. The visit marked C. Joseph Vijay's first arrival in Coimbatore since taking over as Chief Minister. Party workers and residents gathered along the route to greet him, with people from across the Kongu region joining the crowds. Many had been waiting in the scorching heat, hoping to catch a glimpse of CM Vijay as his campaign vehicle passed through their localities. The reception extended beyond Coimbatore, drawing supporters from surrounding areas ahead of the Dharapuram meeting. After reaching the airport, CM Vijay held a discussion with the District Collector and other government officials. He then walked a short distance along the road before boarding a campaign vehicle for the onward journey. Police made security arrangements along the route, placing barricades on both sides of the road to regulate the crowds. Personnel were deployed to prevent supporters from crossing the roadway as the Chief Ministers vehicle moved towards the meeting venue. The arrangements kept those waiting to see CM Vijay behind the barricades, allowing the campaign vehicle to proceed along the route. Crowds lined both sides of the road as party workers and members of the public awaited his arrival. From Coimbatore airport, CM Vijays route to Dharapuram passed through Chinniyampalayam, Neelambur, Kaniyur, Karumathampatti, Somanur, Karanampettai and Palladam. The journey took him through several localities before reaching the public meeting venue in Tiruppur district. The Dharapuram visit is centred on the partys campaign for Sathyabama, who is contesting the forthcoming Assembly bypoll. The crowds gathering since morning reflected the anticipation surrounding his visit, particularly among supporters waiting along the road rather than at the meeting venue alone. Officials said CM Vijay would return to Chennai by private aircraft at 7 p.m. after completing the public meeting and his campaign engagement in Dharapuram.
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Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Malayalam superstar Mammootty has narrated 'Panthadikkam', a first-of-its-kind sports documentary, which is to be streamed on an OTT platform from October 1 this year. OTT platform Malayalam Zee5 is set to premiere 'Panthadikkam', its first-ever Malayalam sports documentary which has been narrated by Mammootty. The five-episode cinematic series will explore the sports most intense, vibrant and surprising cultural landscape, taking audiences through the history, traditions, rivalries and extraordinary fandom that make football an integral part of life in Kerala. Speaking about the documentary, Padmabhushan awardee Mammootty said, Football is more than just a sport in Kerala; it is an emotion that brings people together. From the streets and local grounds to the excitement of watching international matches, the passion for the game is something I have always admired. Panthadikkam explores this unique connection between Kerala and football, bringing alive the stories, celebrations and memories that make it so special. I am happy to be part of this documentary and look forward to audiences experiencing the beautiful game through these stories. Across five episodes of approximately 20 minutes each, the series will seek to celebrate Keralas deep-rooted relationship with football, tracing the sports evolution from early club football and the golden eras of the Santosh Trophy to the modern professional landscape. It will explore the influence of international football icons and how Brazil and Argentina have become part of the streets and homes of Kerala, while capturing the vibrant celebrations, heated debates and personal journeys of fans. From towering flex boards and painted autorickshaws to midnight turf screenings, passionate commentary and fans travelling across the world to witness the game live, Panthadikkam will showcase how football has transcended age, profession and geography to become a shared cultural experience across Kerala. Produced by Dr. Sangeetha Janachandran under Stories Social, Panthadikkam has been directed and scored by Nyx Lopez, with Geetartha AR as the writer. Joe Christo Xavier has served as the cinematographer, while Sajeesh Swaminathan has served as its editor. The creative team has brought together an immersive visual and sonic treatment to capture the many layers of Keralas football culture and the passion that surrounds the sport. Zee 5 Business Head Tamil, Telugu & Malayalam Lloyd C Xavier said, While we are already a trusted and loved entertainment destination for audiences across Kerala, our ambition is to continue bringing stories that truly reflect the passions, culture, and identity of the Malayali audience. Football holds a special place in the hearts of people across the state, and with Panthadikkam, we saw an opportunity to celebrate that deep-rooted connection in a meaningful way. He went on to add, As our first-ever Malayalam sports documentary, Panthadikkam, narrated by the iconic Padma Bhushan Dr. Mammootty, brings together two of Keralas greatest passions, its most beloved actor and its most cherished sport. It is also a matter of immense pride to feature Vysakh S.R, the pioneering captain of Indias first National Amputee Football Team, whose journey is a powerful testament to resilience, determination, and an unbreakable love for football. His story reminds us that true passion knows no barriers, making him a fitting embodiment of the spirit that defines both the sport and the people of Kerala.
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Linux Laboratories, based in Chennai, has secured $70 million in funding from ChrysCapital and Tata Capital Healthcare Fund III. This investment comprises primary capital and a secondary purchase, with Tata Capital exiting fully. The company aims to enhance its presence in core specialties and expand into adjacent therapeutic areas. Linux Laboratories expects significant revenue growth in the upcoming years based on future projections.
Rajinikanth's 'Dharman' unit wraps up third schedule of shooting
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Ashwath Marimuthu, who is directing superstar Rajinikanth's upcoming film 'Dharman', has now announced that the unit of the film had wrapped up its third schedule of filming. Taking to his social media timelines, Ashwath Marimuthu wrote, 3rd schedule Wrapped ! #Dharman. It may be recalled that on Tuesday, actress Raashii Khanna, who plays a pivotal role in 'Dharman', had shared pictures of herself with actors Rajinikanth and Ram Pothineni at Mysuru, where the unit was shooting. Taking to her Instagram page to share a series of pictures including one in which the actress was seen with Superstar Rajinikanth and Telugu actor Ram Pothineni, Raashi had said, A little glimpse into the world I have been living in for a while now in Mysore. Early morning workouts with Rajini sir and Ram, because apparently the day starts before the day starts. A little temple hopping, a little wandering, some UNO and lots of laughter.And yes, the Mysore dosa deserved its own moment. #dharman. It may be recalled that IANS had reported earlier that the team of 'Dharman', featuring Superstar Rajinikanth in the lead, was to head to Mysuru after completing a shooting session in Chennai. IANS had reported that the Mysuru schedule had been planned for a period of around 10 days. It may be recalled that director Ashwath Marimuthu had, at an event in Chennai, disclosed that Rajinikanth was very happy and very kicked about the pace and the quality of how Dharman was shaping up. I am now comfortable working with Thalaivar. I was very scared initially. I have worked with Ashok Selvan, then Pradeep and after that, I started working with Thalaivar. But I have realised nothing has changed. That is because Rajinikanth's work ethics is so pure and amazing. It is like having a child on the sets. Even after 50 years, he is so excited and so full of energy, the director had said at the event. The unit of the film had begun its third schedule on September 16 this year. Taking to his X timeline to share a BTS clip of Rajinikanth and Raashi Khanna shooting for the film, director Ashwath Marimuthu had said, Back with Thalaivar for Dharman 3rd schedule #superstar @RKFI. The video clip he posted showed Rajinikanth, seated with his back facing the camera, having a conversation with Raashii Khanna. It may be recalled that the unit of the film had wrapped up its second schedule of shooting only on September 4 this year. Raaj Kamal Films International, the production house of veteran actor and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan, had taken to its social media timelines to drop the update with a video clip. It had said, Dharman 2nd Schedule Wrapped. Swag Mode: ON. One of the scenes in the video clip released showed Rajinikanth as a senior medical faculty lecturing junior doctors. For the unaware, the unit had begun the second schedule of the film on August 13 this year. The makers, at the time of announcing the commencement of the second schedule, had said, The deadly doctor. #Dharman Schedule 2 Begins, and this one's legendary. #KettaPaiyanSir. #SuperstarRajinikanth #KamalHaasan. The film has triggered huge excitement among fans ever since the makers announced the project. In June this year, the makers had dropped a making video that showed how the team had arrived at Superstar Rajinikanth's look in the film. Taking to his X timeline, director Ashwath Marimuthu shared a brand new poster of Rajinikanth from the film and wrote, We heard you !! Ithan hair styleu (This is the hair style)!! Ithan looku (This is the look)! Sexy work @kabilanchelliah. Earlier, Raaj Kamal Films International, the production house of actor Kamal Haasan which is producing this film, shared a glimpse video and wrote, THE OG SWAG. #Dharman. The Making of the First Look. The video featured a shot of the accessories that were kept for Rajini to choose from. It also showed director Aswath showing the exact pose in which he wanted the Superstar to stand. The video also showed Kamal Haasan accompanying Rajinikanth and the two legends of Tamil cinema exchanging pleasantries. For the unaware, Rajinikanth plays a doctor who takes on criminals in Dharman. Actor, producer and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan, while announcing the title of the film, had said, Dharmame vellum! (Only Dharma will win) #Dharman #Thalaivar173 #SuperstarRajinikanth @rajinikanth #Mahendran @Dir_Ashwath @anirudhofficial @anbariv @RKFI @turmericmediaTM @magizhmandram. The title poster of the film that was released on the occasion showed Rajinikanth in an operation theatre in a hospital holding a scalpel, even as he seemed to have one leg placed over the body of a slain rowdy sheeter. The film is to have music by Anirudh. Cinematography for the film is by Niketh Bommi and editing will be by Pradeep E Raghav. The film is being produced by Kamal Haasan and R Mahendran and co-produced by S Disney.
Manikandan-starrer 'Makkal Kaavalan' to hit screens on December 4
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) The makers of director Santhosh Kumar's upcoming action entertainer, 'Makkal Kavalan', featuring one of Tamil cinema's fastest rising stars K Manikandan in the lead, have now announced that their film will hit screens worldwide on December 4 this year. The announcement, which came on a day actor Manikandan celebrated his birthday, was made by Birla Studios and Neelam Studios, which are jointly producing the film. The film has triggered huge interest among fans and film buffs as it the actor has been delivering a string of commercial successes including Good Night, Lover and Kudumbasthan. The series of successes has established the actor as one of Tamil cinemas most dependable and sought-after leading actors. With Makkal Kaavalan, Manikandan becomes the leading man in an action drama for the first time. Written and directed by Santhosh Kumar, Makkal Kaavalan follows a simple man determined to live with dignity until a corrupt system leaves him with only two choices: surrender or resist. What begins as one mans struggle for survival grows into something far larger, forcing him to become a leader he never sought to be. As the battle intensifies, the price of resistance mounts and the line between an ordinary man and a peoples protector begins to disappear. At the heart of the film is the idea of a man who refuses to allow the circumstances of his birth or the barriers around him to define the scale of his ambition. It is a story about the courage to dream beyond the limits imposed by the world and the tenacity to keep climbing until those limits cease to matter. Apart from Manikandan, the film will also feature Vaagai Chandrasekar, A Venkatesh, R.K. Vijaymurugan, Shanmugam Muthusamy, Sabumon, Unni Maya, Divya Sripada, Jenson Dhivakar, Lallu, Gemini Mani and Raghu among others. On the technical front, the film has cinematography by Pratheepan Selvaratnam, editing by Arul Moses, production design by Pappanadu C Uthayakumar, stunts by Don Ashok, sound design by Anthony Jayaruban, costume design by Sureshkumar and makeup by Ramachandran. --
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TN govt plans Rs 220-crore urban projects with private participation
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Tamil Nadu has initiated the process of assessing two urban infrastructure projects worth Rs 220 crore, proposing a multipurpose commercial complex in Thanjavur and the redevelopment of an old bus stand in Thoothukudi through public-private partnerships. The proposed commercial complex in Thanjavur Corporation is estimated to cost Rs 130 crore, while the redevelopment of the old bus stand in the Polpettai area of Thoothukudi Corporation is expected to require Rs 90 crore. As a preliminary step, tenders have been invited under the Tamil Nadu governments Project Development Grant Fund to appoint a consultant to prepare detailed feasibility reports and provide transaction advisory services for both projects. The consultant will examine whether the proposed developments can be implemented with private participation and assess their financial viability. The study will help the authorities determine an appropriate partnership structure before proceeding with the selection of private developers. For Thanjavur, the assessment will cover the proposed multipurpose shopping and commercial complex. In Thoothukudi, it will examine the redevelopment proposal for the existing bus stand at Polpettai. Both proposals remain at the project preparation stage, with the consultancy assignment intended to establish their feasibility and guide the subsequent implementation process. The consultancy contract has been valued at Rs 50 lakh for preparing the detailed feasibility reports and undertaking the associated transaction advisory work. Bidders are required to furnish a deposit of Rs 50,000. In addition to evaluating the projects, the selected consultant will advise the municipal corporations on the procedures necessary to implement them under the public-private partnership model. The assignment will also include assistance in selecting the private company or companies that would undertake the developments. This support will form part of the transaction advisory responsibilities specified in the tender. The feasibility exercise will therefore address both the practical prospects of implementing the proposals and their financial framework, providing the basis for decisions on private participation. The deadline for submitting bids for the consultancy assignment is 11 a.m. on October 15. The tenders are scheduled to be opened at 12.30 p.m. the same day. The tender invitation concerns the appointment of a consultant for preparatory studies and advisory services. Selection of the private partners responsible for executing the Rs 130-crore commercial complex and Rs 90-crore bus stand redevelopment will follow the assessment and the prescribed partnership procedures for the two municipal projects.
PMK leader seeks liquor shop closure; questions TNs law and order
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) PMK leader and former Union Minister Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the Tamil Nadu government to close all liquor shops within three years, saying the damage caused by alcohol consumption outweighs the revenue earned from its sale. In a separate statement, he also questioned the states law and order situation following recent killings. Ramadoss proposed shutting 1,000 liquor outlets annually as part of a phased closure programme. His demand centred on what he described as the heavy human and economic cost of alcohol addiction, particularly its contribution to deaths among men. Citing figures in his statement, he claimed that Tamil Nadu recorded 1.10 lakh more male deaths than female deaths last year. He attributed much of this difference to causes associated with alcohol consumption, although the statement did not specify the source of the figures or a detailed breakdown of deaths. According to Ramadoss, alcohol addiction contributes to accidents and suicides, besides heart ailments and kidney failure. He argued that these consequences should also be considered when assessing the overall impact of liquor sales, rather than focusing only on the money flowing into government coffers. Ramadoss claimed that the government receives Rs 60,000 crore annually from the liquor trade. However, he maintained that the losses resulting from alcohol consumption were much greater than the revenue, making a phased shutdown of outlets necessary. The statement called for all shops to be closed within three years, while specifying an annual closure target of 1,000 outlets. It did not explain how that yearly target would achieve the complete shutdown sought within the proposed period. Separately, Ramadoss expressed concern over what he described as a recent increase in murders across Tamil Nadu. He cited a double murder in Tirunelveli and the killing of a young man in front of his family in Chennai. Referring to these incidents, he strongly questioned the direction in which the states law and order situation was heading. His criticism focused on the seriousness of the killings and the concerns they raised about public safety. The two statements addressed distinct issues: the consequences of alcohol consumption and the recent murders. While Ramadoss linked alcohol to several causes of death in his demand for liquor shop closures, the statements did not establish an alcohol connection to the specific killings cited in his separate criticism of law and order.
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TN bypolls: CM Vijay to campaign for TVK candidate in Dharapuram today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president C. Joseph Vijay will campaign in Dharapuram on Wednesday for the partys candidate, Sathyabama, ahead of the October 6 Assembly bypoll. The meeting comes with six days left before polling in the reserved constituency in Tiruppur district. Sathyabama won the seat as an AIADMK candidate but later resigned from the Assembly and joined TVK, prompting the bypoll. Twenty-two candidates are in the fray, and the main parties have intensified their campaigns. Organisers have prepared a 54-acre ground at Maruthi Nagar in Kondarasampalayam, along the Dharapuram-Udumalpet road, for CM Vijays public meeting. A bus, which will serve as his speaking platform, has been positioned near the venue. Seating has been arranged for ministers and senior party functionaries, with separate sections for volunteers and the public. More than 10 large LED screens have been installed to show the proceedings across the ground. Organisers are issuing QR-coded entry passes to about 10,000 people. CM Vijay is scheduled to leave Chennai by private aircraft around noon and arrive at Coimbatore airport at about 1 p.m. He will then travel by car to the meeting ground, where he is expected at around 3 p.m. After addressing the gathering, he will return to Coimbatore by road and fly back to Chennai. The visit has prompted traffic restrictions in Dharapuram. Heavy vehicles will be barred from entering the town, other traffic will be diverted, and iron barricades have been placed at key points. Speed breakers at about 50 locations along the four-lane Dharapuram-Palladam road, including stretches near schools, colleges and rural bus stops, are being removed ahead of the Chief Ministers journey. Police have increased security in the town and around the Maruthi Nagar venue. More than 3,000 personnel from Tiruppur, Coimbatore, the Nilgiris and Erode districts have been deployed under Coimbatore West Zone Inspector General Ramya Bharathi. Coimbatore DIG Saminathan inspected the arrangements on Tuesday. The bypoll is drawing attention as Sathyabama seeks to retain the seat under a new party banner. Her opponents are also canvassing across the constituency as the campaign enters its final days.
Heavy rain forecast for 11 TN districts today; temperatures likely to rise
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Heavy rain, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds, is likely at isolated places in 11 Tamil Nadu districts and Karaikal on Wednesday, the Meteorological Department said, as atmospheric systems influence weather across the region. The districts identified for heavy rainfall are Nilgiris, Erode, Salem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Pudukkottai and Tiruchirappalli. Wind speeds could reach 40 to 50 kilometres per hour during thunderstorms, according to the forecast. Despite the rain outlook, the department said maximum temperatures in Tamil Nadu could rise above normal on Wednesday, with departures of up to four degrees Celsius. The forecast thus points to hotter daytime conditions alongside spells of rain in parts of the state. Moderate rain with thunder, lightning and gusty winds is expected at some places in other districts along the Western Ghats and across several northern, central and southern districts. These include Tirupattur, Vellore, Ranipet, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Karur, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Madurai, Sivaganga, Ramanathapuram and Thoothukudi. Puducherry is also likely to receive moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms. Winds in these areas could reach 40 to 50 kilometres per hour. Elsewhere in Tamil Nadu, light rain with thunder and lightning is possible at a few places. For Thursday, October 1, the department has forecast heavy rain at isolated locations in the Nilgiris and Coimbatore districts. Thunderstorms and gusty winds reaching 40 to 50 kilometres per hour are also likely in these areas. Parts of the rest of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal could receive light to moderate rain on Thursday, with thunder, lightning and strong winds accompanying some showers. The department attributed the weather conditions to an atmospheric circulation over northern Tamil Nadu and adjoining southern coastal Andhra Pradesh, extending to around 1.5 kilometres above sea level. A trough also extends from southern Telangana to the Gulf of Mannar through Rayalaseema, northern Tamil Nadu and adjoining southern coastal Andhra Pradesh at an altitude of about 0.9 kilometres. Meanwhile, a deep depression that had been over the northern Andaman Sea and adjoining Myanmar coast on September 28 moved north-northwestwards and crossed the Myanmar coast east of Kyaikto between 7.30 p.m. and 9.30 p.m. The rainfall forecast indicates that heavier showers will be confined to isolated locations, while other areas may experience lighter rainfall or moderate thunderstorms over two days.
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