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Coming soon: Bedrolls for hire on sleeper trains to Chennai
KOCHI: Are you planning a train journey in sleeper class in the next few months? If so, you can cross off packing that bedsheet and pillow to make your trip comfortable. Taking note of problems faced by passengers, the Chennai division of Southern Railway has announced that from January 1, 2026, the transporter will provide sanitized, ready-to-use bedrolls on an on-demand, on-payment basis. Travellers from Kerala too would be able to avail the facility since two trains from the state have been included in the list of services in which this facility will be introduced.The train services from Kerala are the 22651/22652 Chennai-Palakkad Express, the 12695/12696 Chennai CentralThiruvananthapuram Express, and, the 22639/22640 Chennai-Alappuzha Express, a railway official said. Announcing the initiative, the Chennai division, in a communique, said that till now sleeper class passengers did not have access to an organised provision of bedrolls. To address this, the Chennai division implemented a pilot project under the New Innovative Non-Fare Revenue Ideas Scheme during 2023-24. The pilot project received an overwhelmingly positive response from passengers, prompting the Railways to introduce this service as a regular non-fare revenue initiative. Under the scheme, a bedsheet, pillow, and pillow cover can be obtained on payment of Rs 50; and a pillow and pillow cover for Rs 30. Passengers can get hold of a single bedsheet for Rs 20. The passengers associations have welcomed the move. This initiative will help passengers travelling to Chennai or Mangaluru. Nearly all passengers on Chennai Mail and other trains make do with their bags as pillows while sleeping on bare berths. Now, that wont be necessary. Another thing that makes this initiative good is that it is not compulsory, as in AC, where the fee for bedsheets, pillows, and blankets is included in the fare, said P Krishnakumar, general secretary of Thrissur Railway Passengers Association.
Chennai photographer's Chandrayaan-3 launch photographs on display at BIC exhibition
BENGALURU: Dheeraj Khandelwal, a Chennai-based photographer, was one of the lucky few to be at Satish Dhawan Space Centre when ISRO launched Chandrayaan-3 on July 14, 2023. The breathtaking images of Chandrayaan-3 launch, which he had captured, are on display at Bangalore International Centre (BIC). The exhibition will end on Sunday. Though Khandelwal wanted to become an astronaut, life had other plans for him -- a career in photography. But his passion for astronomy did not veer away. He realised it through this project. The exhibition aims at inspiring and attracting people, especially children, towards astronomy. Ive had children visit my exhibition in Chennai and ask me questions about the subject; that is incredibly rewarding to me, said Khandelwal. The photographs, arranged chronologically, were taken in a short span of about 50 seconds from lift-off to the point where only the thrusters of the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3), which carried Chandrayaan-3, could be visible. The viewing gallery was set 3 km away, which had a good view. There was an immense release of energy, which shook us and underlined the gravitas of the moment, Khandelwal said. Chennai-based photographer Dheeraj Khandelwals exhibition is on at Bangalore International Centre till Sunday. An avid geek, he has designed the exhibition with photos being backlit, which according to him, symbolises the quiet persistence that ISROs scientists must have harboured within, only which could have made them go back to the drawing board after Chandrayaan-2s failure, and deliver Chandrayaan-3 when the whole worlds focus was on India. Visitors can see photographs of upward propulsion of the rocket, traversing incredible heights in a few seconds. The clouds can be seen to reflect light from the rocket propulsion (beneath the rocket) to clouds still beyond the rockets reach, showing how like the rocket, ISROs work guided its own path, Khandelwal said.
Centenary tribute to educational trailblazer
On Wednesday, the grand hall of Music Academy on TTK Road was packed with students in crisp uniforms, teachers, and parents waiting in anticipation, and alumni spanning decades representing the close-knit community of the PSBB Group of Schools. The gathering marked the centenary celebrations of Rajalakshmi Parthasarathy, or Mrs YGP, organised by the Bala Bhavan Educational Trust and Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan Group of Schools, in honour of the visionarys 100th birth anniversary. What unfolded was an evening of tribute and remembrance, reflecting on the profound impact of an educator. The evening echoed with a specially composed song that reflected Mrs YGPs lifelong dedication to education. This was followed by Journey of Inspiration, a shadow play that creatively traced key chapters of her life. Student leaders anchored the evening, introducing the chief guest, S Krishnan, secretary to the Government of India, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, and the guest of honour, Padma Shri recipent Sridhar Vembu, founder and chief scientist, Zoho Corporation. Sridhar acknowledged that Mrs YGPs vision for education, saying, Self-confidence, curiosity, and the discipline to achieve these must be developed in school, he advised the students. Krishnan, returned to the stage not only as a distinguished bureaucrat but also as a proud alumnus. Recalling his interactions with Mrs YGP, he spoke of the values she instilled in her students. She was proud of her legacy and heritage, as we all should be. She built that pride in all of us to honour our own heritage while respecting the right of others to cherish theirs, he said. A sculpted commemorative portrait of Mrs YGP was unveiled, followed by the felicitation of distinguished alumni who showcased the schools legacy through their achievements, including officers of the Indian Armed Forces, historian and educationist. The event also honoured Lakshmi Devanath, author of A Class Apart, the authorised biography of Mrs YGP. Addressing the gathering, Sheela Rajendra, dean & director and correspondent of the PSBB Group of Schools, reflected on the institutions journey and its continued mission. Today we gather not only to celebrate an event, but to celebrate a vision...one that urges us to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to a future shaped by the ideals of the individual. She also added that the centenary year will unfold with initiatives planned by the alumni, for the alumni, including a music festival, a treasure hunt and many more.
Former headmaster sent to jail for demanding 1,500 as bribe
Cinema meets symphonic grandeur
Long before social media feeds and streaming platforms made the new generation feel in touch with Bollywood, people in Tamil Nadu and elsewhere in south India were humming melodies of Raj Kapoor. His hit songs rode the waves of radio, and listeners were left hungry for more. And when All India Radio (AIR) curtailed film-music broadcasts in the early 1950s, the void was filled by Radio Ceylon, which launched a Hindi-film-song service and struck gold. In a sense, Radio Ceylon did for the 1950s and 60s what social media does for young fans today: it kept people connected to the film industry, let new hits spread far beyond regional boundaries, and made Bollywood and icons like Raj Kapoor a part of everyday life. And while today we hear those hit songs through remixes and modern renditions, the South Asian Symphony Orchestra (SASO) is bringing to Chennai, those very songs but in an hour-long orchestral performance; restoring their sweep, romance, and grandeur in a way that has been neither heard nor seen before. But it doesnt end there. The concert goes beyond revival as SASO is also weaving select Mozart pieces into the programme, creating a musical symphony where European classical structures meet the sweeping emotion of Hindi cinema. SASOs conductor and music director, Alvin Arumugam, says that the idea came to him quite differently. At first, I thought we would perform one of Mozarts symphonies because they are only 20 to 30 minutes long. But then, I decided against it and thought of bringing together some of Mozarts most popular pieces. That is how we arrived at his Symphony No. 40, Molto allegro (first movement) his most famous aria called La ci darem la mano , and also the Lacrimosa . All of this, of course, along with the best hits of Raj Kapoor to celebrate his centenary. Nirupama Rao Alvin believes that the audiences may appreciate Mozart more when he shares the stage with Raj Kapoor because the cultural connection may help. Once listeners arrive for the music they already love, they become more receptive to the music they havent yet discovered, and Mozarts brilliance may then land with greater immediacy and meaning, he hopes. For Nirupama Rao, the founder of the South Asian Symphony Foundation and the creator of SASO, this amalgamation is simply a way to let universality breathe through local soil. Harmony begins with listening. Their differences dont create discord; they create counterpoint independent lines woven together with trust and curiosity, she says. But the real challenge for the orchestra wasnt rehearsing Mozart. His scores exist in immaculate black-and-white, where every note is mapped. The true mountain, he says, was writing an orchestral arrangement for Raj Kapoors songs. While there are extensive symphonic arrangements for Chinese music or folk music in the US, orchestral scores for South Asian and Indian music remain surprisingly scarce. As part of SASOs mission, we have been trying to bridge that gap. and this is our newest work, Alvin says, adding that an arranger, who studied orchestra at Berkeley and works with AR Rahman, wrote the arrangement for this upcoming concert over a months time. The conjoining of Raj Kapoors hits and the global symphonic tradition doesnt mean loosening Indias musical roots, Nirupama says. Instead, it expands the space in which those roots can grow. She points to the way China embraced orchestral music and emerged with artistes who became global ambassadors like Lang Lang. Look at the artistes who have emerged from this global tradition: Yo-Yo Ma, Danielle de Niese and of course our own Zubin Mehta. They step onto any stage and are understood immediately. We need young Indians who can carry our story into the global symphonic world with confidence and originality, she adds. Just the way India transformed cricket into its own art form, she believes the country can make the symphony orchestra a part of its cultural vocabulary. As for the upcoming concert in the city, with 60 performers on stage 30 in the chorus and 30 in the orchestra conductor Alvin likens the show to a four-course meal. In just one hour, he says, it cant be everyones favourite dish from start to finish. Like a fine meal, different sections are meant to satisfy in different ways: some will comfort, some will surprise, and a few may linger long after the last note. His hope is that, by the end, he feels that quiet fullness and that the audience tastes it too. What Nirupama looks forward to most isnt a grand solo or a spotlight moment. Its the way the orchestra will breathe as one entity. A melody goes straight to the emotional core. It dissolves distance, she notes. That is the heart of her mission as well, of using sound to stitch together a region often divided by politics and history. SASOs concert is scheduled to begin at 7 pm on November 30 at the MS Subbulakshmi Auditorium, at the Asian College of Journalism. (Inputs from Sruthi Hemachandran)
At the crack of dawn, at Pattinapakkam Beach, Mohana akka and Leela akka , sit cross-legged on the sand, wearing khaki shirts, sharing fried fish and laughter. The waves crash steadily, drowning out the relentless rhythm of traffic and horns that usually define their days. For that moment, the city loosens its grip. Their friendship and leadership anchor the Veera Pengal Munnetra Sangam (VPMS), the first union of women auto drivers in India. Their story is the heart of Auto Queens, a short documentary directed by Sraiyanti Haricharan, which recently premiered at the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA). For a film built closely on Chennais streets and rooted in the everyday rhythms of working-class women, the global reception came as a surprise. We didnt know whether the story would even connect to people who are not from Chennai or from India, Sraiyanti says. Yet all six screenings were sold out, and audiences laughed and clapped in real time. More than anything, we were able to break a cultural barrier, she reflects, attributing the impact entirely to the presence and honesty of the two women who lead the film. Though the story holds layers of systemic struggle, from harassment to the fight for public space, Sraiyanti believes narratives about women drivers are too often reduced to hardship. For her, it was important that the film did not feed into stereotypes that paint women who enter male-dominated spaces as broken or continuously battling tragedy. If we go down that route of physical or sexual abuse, it becomes a different film altogether. All the women of VPMS are vocal about it on their own. They dont need me as the filmmaker to give that voice, she says. Instead, the film centres on resilience, solidarity, humour and everyday joy. Sraiyanti spent months with the women before filming, shooting over sixteen days across a year and a half, letting their personalities shape the film organically. A significant part of the storytelling lies within their private world, away from roads and traffic signals. The film captures Mohana and Leela scrolling through songs, recording TikTok videos, singing aloud without hesitation, and speaking candidly within the safety of friendship. For Sraiyanti, documenting these moments was non-negotiable. When we are in the company of someone we feel safe with, especially another woman, we show a different side. We are not as free in the outside world, she explains. Though deeply intimate, the visuals are expansive. The sweeping aerial shots of Chennai contrasted with cramped auto interiors, creating both scale and suffocation. We realised we were close to the characters, but not close to the city, says Sraiyanti, explaining how wide shots became a metaphor for a city that appears vast yet offers little room for women to exist freely. Diegetic radio ads about women fertility centres, loan schemes, motherhood slogans expose the gap between symbolic celebration of women and their lived realities. It was a good tool to show how shallow we can be in celebrating women, she reflects. As for the women at VPMS, their first reaction to the rough cut was disbelief that anyone would want to watch their everyday life unfold on screen. Today, with a local theatre screening planned, excitement is building, the kind of celebration that holds more meaning than any international applause. Through Auto Queens, Sraiyanti wants viewers to understand that a union is not a threat but an extension of companionship: as simple as two people building strength together for collective rights. She hopes the film encourages support for VPMS, especially in their continuing need for vehicles, funding and safety infrastructure. Personally, she describes the process as the happiest shoot of her career and influenced even her own political understanding. In recent years, pink autos and female-driven vehicles have become a familiar sight seen by some as symbols of empowerment, by others with pity, and often judged simply for daring to claim space. As they navigate traffic, they carry more than passengers; they carry the weight of expectations and resistance. In this moment, Auto Queens reminds us that their journey is about more than driving; it is about reshaping who belongs in public space, and who gets to move freely through a city not designed for them.
Why doctors in India burn out faster
They wear the same white coat, take the same oath, and treat the same diseases, yet their lives couldnt be more different. Doctors in India often work longer hours, earn less, and have far fewer safeguards than their peers in the United States, who enjoy structured schedules, better pay, and strong institutional support. In India, the journey to becoming a doctor is gruelling. An aspiring physician spends close to nine years completing an MBBS and then an MD in General Medicine. But even after nearly a decade of study and sleepless nights, the rewards remain modest. A young MBBS doctor in India earns about `50,000 to `60,000 a month, while an MD might take home around `1.5 lakh. These figures have barely changed in years, even as inflation, workload, and expectations have skyrocketed. Trainee doctors, especially those pursuing postgraduate studies, often work 36 to 50 hours at a stretch. Most government hospitals are understaffed and poorly equipped, leaving young doctors physically drained and mentally exhausted. A recent report by Knya (2025) found that over 80% of doctors in India have experienced mental or emotional fatigue, with female doctors reporting even higher levels of burnout. The human cost Behind these statistics are real stories. Dr Gradlin Roy, a consultant cardiac surgeon in Chennai, died during hospital rounds, a heart attack attributed to chronic stress, long hours, and poor lifestyle balance. In Delhi, Dr Adil Amin suffered a similar fate, collapsing during duty. Both were victims, not of disease, but of a system that demands too much and gives back too little. In India, the idea of work-life balance for doctors is almost a joke. Many go days without proper rest, their meals replaced by caffeine and adrenaline. For them, exhaustion isnt an occasional feeling; its a way of life. Looking westward In the United States, a general practitioner earns around $200,000 annually. After taxes and expenses, they save roughly $70,000 per year thats `4 to `5 lakh per month in Indian terms. More importantly, their healthcare system supports them: adequate staff, modern infrastructure, and clear protocols that let them focus on what matters most, the patient. Of course, the US system has its own flaws. But financially and structurally, it allows doctors to breathe, rest, and live like humans and not machines in scrubs. In India, whenever doctors raise their fees, theyre accused of forgetting the nobility of medicine. A consultation costs around `300 for 10-15 minutes, and patients often expect double that time without wanting to pay a rupee more. Meanwhile, other professions receive regular hikes, bonuses, and benefits. But for doctors, any talk of money is branded as greed. We love calling medicine a noble profession. But nobility shouldnt mean neglect. Every profession deserves respect and fair pay. When nobility becomes a shield to justify overwork and underpayment, it turns toxic both for doctors and for the patients who depend on them. Corporate hospitals make the problem worse. They profit immensely from doctors expertise but share very little of the revenue. The result? Institutions thrive, while the professionals holding them up struggle to survive. The burnout crisis isnt about individual doctors, but about a system that refuses to evolve. India produces thousands of new medical graduates every year, yet working conditions and pay remain stagnant. Theres a common perception that India has enough doctors, but thats far from true. What we actually have is an oversupply of overworked, underpaid professionals competing for limited opportunities in a system that undervalues them. Medicine is a calling, yes, but it should not be a sentence. Doctors are human beings before they are healers. They need rest, respect, and a reason to stay inspired. The road ahead As India dreams of building a stronger healthcare system, it must begin by healing its own healers. The country cannot expect compassionate care from exhausted minds and sleepless bodies. We cannot call medicine noble while treating doctors as expendable. The health of a nation depends on the health of those who serve it. Only when doctors are valued, supported, and fairly compensated can the noble profession truly live up to its name. (The writer,Dr Pal Manickam, is a gastroenterologist practising in India and the US. He is a gut health and holistic wellness expert, and a social docfluencer.)
Land acquisition for Parandur airport has begun, says MP T.R. Baalu
The MP said the AAI was also readying a proposalfor the expansion of the existing airport and construction of a new freight cargo terminal
Two businessmen sentenced to imprisonment for bank fraud
I handed over CMs post that came to me to EPS, says EPS
No bias against Jayalalithaa arts university: CM
3 cops shunted for colluding with accused, accepting bribe
Over 50 flights from Chennai cancelled as Cyclone Ditwah approaches TN coast
CHENNAI: The flights connecting Chennai with southern districts and parts of Kerala and Karnataka are likely to face major disruption as Cyclone Ditwah approaches the state coast on Saturday. According to airport sources in Chennai, more than 50 flight services have already been affected. Airlines cancelled a large number of services linking Chennai with Madurai, Tiruchi, Thoothukudi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Puducherry and the Andaman Islands as the weather system intensified over the Bay of Bengal. Operational data reviewed by The New Indian Express shows around 54 scheduled flights were cancelled, cutting across early-morning departures, peak-hour movements and late-evening rotations. Routes connecting Bengaluru with Tiruchi, Thiruvananthapuram and Madurai were also affected, forcing airlines to pull several rotations through the day.
Avadi corpn tops tax mop-up; lags in drinking water, drains
Waiting hall to be constructed at Saidapet Govt. Hospital
Man arrested in city for assaulting wife
Drishti iconography takes the spotlight at The HinduLit for Life Unplugged event in city
As a part of The Hindu Lit for Life Unplugged, Tamil Nadus iconic drishti paintings took the centrestage in a coversation between Ashvin E Rajagopalan and photographer Amar Ramesh
PMK will join alliance that defeats DMK
T.N. elders welfare bodyseeks simplified SIR forms
Ahead of Cyclone Ditwah, GCC begins real-time flood monitoring on 40 roads
The initiative will soon be expanded to all flood-prone areas of the city; the real-time data will help GCCs Integrated Command and Control Centre warn residents of flood risk and deploy assistance
HC reserves orders on uniform SOP for political events in TN
No mining project is possible: Min
Passenger from AP held with 62.5L cash at Egmore
Two brothers beat auto driver to death
Illegal parking constricts LB Road even further
Cyclone Ditwah: IndiGo cancels all ATR flights from Chennai on Saturday
Jayakumar says he will remain in AIADMK till his last breath
Cyclone Ditwah: Saturdays flights from Chennai cancelled
Chennai Airport said that a total of 18 flights (ATRs) from Chennai to Tiruchi, Thoothukudiand Madurai have been cancelled throughout the day
18-year-old Mhatre breaks Rohit's record, becomes youngest ever to ...
Mumbai's Ayush Mhatre, at 18, has become the youngest cricketer to score centuries in first-class, List A, and T20 formats. He achieved this with an unbeaten 110 off 53 balls in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, surpassing Rohit Sharma's record. This stellar performance also earned him captaincy of the India U19 squad and retention by Chennai Super Kings.
Ma. Subramanian reiterates zero vacancies in HealthDepartment; nurses association rejects claim
The Tamil Nadu Nurses Empowerment Association says 1,500 nursing posts that should be filled through the Medical Services Recruitment Board and around 1,000 contract positions remain vacant
Ayush Mhatre, retained by Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2026, has become one of India's most exciting young talents after smashing a 49-ball century in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. His rapid rise continues as he is now set to lead India in the upcoming U19 Men's Asia Cup.
Cyclone Ditwah: Flight services between Chennai and Sri Lanka disrupted
Cyclone Ditwah: Red alert for Tamil Nadus coastal districts on November 29 as storm moves closer
Red weather alert, indicating possibility of rainfall above 21 cm at one or two places, has been issued to four districts Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Villupuram and Chengalpattu, along with Puducherry on Saturday
Delhi inflation rate lower than other metros: Government report
NEW DELHI: The inflation rate in Delhi remained substantially lower than in other metro cities and the national average last year, especially in the fuel and light group, according to a government report. The report prepared by the Directorate of Economics and Statistics of the Delhi government, however, showed that the inflation rate rose in the food & beverages and housing sectors. The report assessed the Consumer Price Index (Industrial Workers IW) between Delhi and 14 other metros. These were Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Indore, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Varanasi, Amritsar and Lucknow. The report said that during 2024-25, CPI (IW), Kolkata, recorded the highest increase (3.6 per cent) while it was (3.4 per cent) at the All India level, followed by Mumbai (3.0 per cent), Delhi (1.8 per cent), and no change was observed in the case of Chennai. Among the selected cities assessed by the report, Delhi had the third lowest Consumer Price Index (IW) for the 2024 calendar year and the fifth lowest Consumer Price Index (IW) for the financial year 2024-25 out of the selected 15 major cities, while Lucknow and Chandigarh had the maximum Consumer Price Index (IW). A Consumer Price Index (CPI) is designed to measure changes over time in the general level of retail prices of selected goods and services that households purchase for consumption. In 2020, 2021, 2023, and 2024, Delhi had lower inflation rates than All India. However, in 2022, Delhi had a higher inflation rate than All India. Last year, the inflation rate in Delhi was 1.7 per cent, and at the national level, it was 3.8 per cent. Inflation in Delhi, as measured by the CPI (IW), has ranged from 1.7 per cent to 8 per cent from 2020 to 2024. The price rise was recorded at 1.7 per cent in 2024, compared to 3.7 per cent in 2023. In the food and beverages group, an inflation rate of 5.6 per cent was observed in 2024, compared with 4.6 per cent in 2023. In the paan, supari, tobacco and intoxicant group, no variation was recorded in 2024, whereas the inflation rate was 3.7 per cent in 2023. However, the report observed that the inflation rate stood at 1.3 per cent in 2024, down from 5.1 per cent the previous year. In the housing group, an inflation rate of 3.1 per cent was observed in 2024, compared with 2.2 per cent in 2023. In the fuel and light group, a negative inflation rate of 20.1 per cent was observed in 2024, compared with 3.7 per cent in 2023. The miscellaneous group consists of items falling under the categories of medicines, medical services, education services, stationery, recreation, transport and communication, personal care effects, household requisites and other services -- hair cutting, tailoring, etc. In the miscellaneous group, Delhi recorded an inflation rate of 0.1 per cent, compared with 3.5 per cent in 2023.
SC dismisses Byju Raveendran's plea against NCLAT order
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a plea of Byju Raveendran, the promoter of Think and Learn Private Limited that operates ed-Tech firm Byju, challenging an NCLAT order which has mandated that the settlement of the BCCI's claim be placed before the Committee of Creditors. A bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan dismissed the appeal against the April 17 order of the Chennai bench of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) and asked senior counsel Navin Pahwa, representing Raveendran in the matter, to proceed further. In its April 17 order, the NCLAT said the approval of the Committee of Creditors (CoC) was necessary for the application filed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to withdraw the insolvency proceedings against Byju's. The top court noted that in July, it dismissed the appeals filed by the BCCI and Riju Raveendran, the younger brother Byju Raveendran and co-founder of Byju, against the same NCLAT order. Justice Pardiwala asked Pahwa what was wrong with the view taken by the NCLAT that the apex court's judgment would apply, in which it was stated that the CoC was constituted during the pendency of the proceedings and had allowed the parties to seek remedies relating to the withdrawal and settlement of claims in compliance with the legal framework governing the withdrawal of the CIRP. Pahwa contended that the earlier petition in the apex court was filed at the pre-CoC stage and the panel was formed during the pendency of that matter. The bench, however, disagreed with his contentions, saying, The moment we accept your argument, we frustrate the entire process. Pahwa said the petitioner has paid the BCCI from his own pocket but now, the whole complexion of the dispute has changed. The insolvency dispute revolves around a settlement between Think and Learn Private Limited and the BCCI, which had initiated the insolvency process over unpaid sponsorship dues on July 16, 2024. A settlement was reached on July 31, 2024, and the entire claim of the BCCI was paid by Riju Raveendran. On August 2, 2024, the NCLAT accepted the settlement and permitted the withdrawal of the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP), but this order was later stayed by the apex court on August 14, 2024. In the present appeal, Raveendran had contended that the NCLT, on January 29, 2025, treated the settlement as post-CoC and directed that the withdrawal application be placed before the panel, which was upheld by the NCLAT.
Heavy winds over Pamban bridge disrupt train services to and from Rameswaram
Services heading towards Rameswaram from Ayodhya, Chennai, Tambaram, Tirupati, Trichy, Thiruvananthapuram, Bhubaneswar and Madurai will terminate short of their destination.
MTC introduces 'fully digital' monthly bus pass on Chennai One app
Aiming at making bus travel seamless and paperless for commuters, the Chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (CUMTA) and the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) have introduced a 'fully digital' monthly bus pass on the Chennai One app. The digital pass facility lets passengers purchase and utilise their monthly passes just through the mobile app without visiting depots at all. Introduced in September 2025, the Chennai One app has registered 6.8 lakh users, and more than 14 lakh digital tickets have been issued so far. The new initiative is expected to amplify pass usage and draw in more people to public transport. A Rs 1,000 'Gold' pass that allows unlimited monthly travel on ordinary, deluxe and express MTC services, and a Rs 2,000 'Diamond' pass that covers all categories of buses, including air-conditioned services, are issued. After availing the pass on the app, commuters can activate it by entering a one-time password or scanning a QR code displayed inside the bus. However, it is necessary to show it to the conductor on every trip. In order to promote the initiative, commuters paying for the pass through the BHIM app will receive Rs 50 cashback. Notably, the Chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (CUMTA) had announced a limited-period One Rupee Ticket offer for users of the Chennai One daily commute app earlier. Chennai One serves as an integrated commuter platform. The app has been a hit ever since the launch, crossing 5.5 lakh registered users, 14 lakh journey searches, and 8.1 lakh tickets booked in the first month itself. (With inputs from PTI)
A day in the life of an accompanying artiste
How percussionists and violinists juggle between sabhas and choc-a-block concert schedules during the music Season in Chennai.
Cyclone Ditwah: Tamil Nadu government seeks additional NDRF teams, support from armed forces
State government is prepared to face cyclonic stormDitwah, said Chief Minister Stalin. As many as 12 NDRF, 16 SDRF teams have been deployed in 16 districts.
Chennai outskirts attractive abode for senior citizen homes
Chennai outskirts attracting a number of senior living projects with weather being a major factor
A Life Committed to Dignity and Public Service: Dr. P.R.M.M. Shanthakumars Four-Decade Mission
Chennai: In an era where healthcare infrastructure is often judged by machines, technology and hospital capacity, one man spent more than four decades proving that compassion, timely response, and respect for every human life can transform public service more profoundly than large institutions alone. Dr. P.R.M.M. Shanthakumar the founder of Flyinng Squad Ambulance Service built his lifes work on a simple belief: emergency response and final journey services must carry dignity equal to life itself. Growing up as [] The post A Life Committed to Dignity and Public Service: Dr. P.R.M.M. Shanthakumars Four-Decade Mission appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Clearing obstacles on Chennai airports secondary runway will enhance efficiency, allowing for increased aircraft movements and capacity.
Carnatic music soothes and energises, says Nalli Kuppuswami Chetti
At 86, the industrialist and music patron still attends as many concerts as he can during the Music Season in Chennai.
Gold and silver prices surged in futures trade on Friday, buoyed by positive global sentiment and increased expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate cut next month. City-wise, gold prices showed mixed trends, with Delhi and Chennai experiencing gains while Noida, Mumbai, and Kolkata saw slight declines.
Cyclone Ditwah: Several Tamil Nadu districts announce holiday for schools due to rain
With Cyclone Ditwah warning in the State, rainfall warning has been sounded in many districts across Tamil Nadu
Orange message for TN coast as cyclone Ditwah spotted 540 km south of Chennai
Cyclone is closest to Tamil Nadu coast at 440 km south-southeast on Puducherry on Friday morning
The department has performed among the highest volumes of ASD device closures in the government sector in Tamil Nadu
Cyclone Ditwah may hit Tamil Nadu in 2 days; IMD upgrades alerts to red
Cyclone Ditwah is poised to bring heavy rainfall to north Tamil Nadu, with red alerts issued for delta and coastal districts on November 28-29. Chennai and neighboring areas face orange alerts for heavy to very heavy rain on November 29-30. Wind speeds are expected to reach 60-80kmph, with potential for extremely heavy downpours in specific locations.
Madras High Court modifies stalkers death sentence to life imprisonment
Justices N. Sathish Kumar and M. Jothiraman order that he would not be entitled for any remission until he completes 20 years of incarceration
Rajaa lays foundation for Cube, says CM likely to open Chennai Fintech Tower in January
CHENNAI: Industries Minister TRB Rajaa on Thursday said the Fintech Tower, part of the governments Fintech City project, is likely to be inaugurated by Chief Minister MK Stalin in January. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for The Cube, a Rs 280-crore Grade-A office in the FinTech City at Nandambakkam, Rajaa said the 2.26-acre Fintech Tower being developed by TIDCO is nearing completion. Built at an estimated cost of Rs 240 crore, the 5.5-lakh-sqft complex is designed to house financial services and fintech firms looking to scale operations in the state. Rajaa used the occasion to pitch Chennais ascendance as a preferred base for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), arguing that Bengaluru is approaching saturation while TN offers cleaner air, better quality of life and untapped capacity. Even Bengaluru-based ANSR, a major GCC developer, is now expanding in TN, he said, adding that the next decade would be decisive for Chennai. TIDCO MD Sandeep Nanduri said significant infrastructure upgrades are being built into the FinTech City precinct. The Cube, a four lakh sq ft development jointly promoted by the Axis Commercial Real Estate Fund and global real estate major Tishman Speyer, is the second major project taking shape in the FinTech City. Axis AMC CEO B Gopkumar said the transparent auction and land-transfer process reflects confidence in Tamil Nadus strong fundamentals. Tishman Speyer, he noted, brings global experience, including its role as development manager for JP Morgan Chases new headquarters in New York.Tishman Speyer India head Parvesh Sharma said Chennai is emerging as one of the most dynamic markets, adding that The Cube aims to offer a sustainable, future-ready workspace tailored to BFSI tenants.
Today weather update: Cyclone Ditwah is tracking towards the North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and South Andhra coasts, with landfall expected by early morning on November 30. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast for Tamil Nadu and coastal Andhra Pradesh, with red alerts issued for several districts. Cyclone Ditwah is about 480 km south-southeast of Puducherry and 580 km south-southeast of Chennai.
Madras HC commutes death sentence of man who pushed Chennai student before train to life term
CHENNAI: The Madras High Court has commuted the death sentence awarded by a trial court to a stalker, who had killed 20-year-old M Sathya by pushing her in front of a moving train in Chennai in 2022, to life imprisonment with riders of no statutory remission for 20 years. A division bench of justices N Sathish Kumar and M Jothiraman passed the order on Thursday on the referred trial of the judgment of the Mahila Court dated December 27, 2024 and the appeal filed by the convict D Sathish, now aged 33. The bench commuted the sentence by considering the reports of the probation officer and the superintendent of prisons, and the age of the accused. It took note of the fact that the accused has no bad antecedents prior to the occurrence and said the possibility of the accused persons reformation is higher and the accused has better chance of being reformed. The very sentencing policy itself is only for reformative justice and not retributive justice, the court said. We are of the view that the death sentence is not warranted and if life imprisonment is awarded, that will meet the ends of justice, it said. The bench modified the judgment pronounced by Mahila Court judge J Sridevi awarding death sentence to Sathish by considering the gravity of the offence and nature of the heinous crime which occurred on October 13, 2022, at the St Thomas Mount railway station. The trial court also punished him for harassing the deceased under Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Women Act, 1988. However, the high court set aside the conviction and sentence awarded under section 4 of the Act, but did not touch the trial courts order to pay `10 lakh compensation to the younger sisters of the deceased. The bench noted that the courts have to consider the possibility of reintegration of the accused offender into society, particularly when the possibility of reformation is high considering the age, absence of previous criminal history and genuine remorse indicating a significant change in mindset of the accused. The court should see the individual criminal not as an irrevocable criminal, but as capable of reformation when provided with sufficient rehabilitative opportunities, the bench said. Stating that a balancing judicial approach is necessary while awarding punishment, it said the case at hand would not fall in the category of rarest of rare cases. After Sathyas murder, her grief-stricken father Manickam ended his life and her mother Ramalakshmi died four months later of cancer, leaving two younger daughters orphaned.
Kerala youth, 23, electrocuted in Puzhal while drying clothes as line hits low-hanging cable
CHENNAI: A 23-year-old man was electrocuted when he accidentally came in contact with a low-hanging electricity cable while drying clothes on the terrace of his house at Puzhal on Monday. The police suspect the clothesline must have accidentally brushed against the power line over the terrace. The deceased has been identified as Atul Krishnan, a native of Kozhikode in Kerala, working at a private company near Puzhal for the past few months. He was staying in the rented house along with seven other men, the police said. Atul was rushed to a nearby private hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival. Upon information, the Puzhal police registered a case and sent the body for postmortem at Government Stanley Hospital. We have not registered a case of death due to negligence as of now. We will submit a report to the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL), and based on their departmental inquiry further action will be decided, a police source said.
Three held in Rajasthan for Elephant Gate gold workshop robbery; Rs 60 lakh loot recovered
CHENNAI: In connection with the robbery at a gold workshop in Elephant Gate, a special team arrested three men from Karmawas Patta village in Rajasthans Pali district in the early hours of Thursday. The team from the Elephant Gate police had flown to Rajasthan on Monday, recovered 414.8 grams of gold coins, 36 grams of silver coins, and 295 grams of copper plates, part of the stolen property worth nearly Rs 60 lakh, the police said. According to the police, the investigation began after Jegatheesh (34), who runs a small workshop on Venkatrayan Street, reported that two men, posing as customers, entered his shop on Monday evening and fled with 750 grams of the gold coins, silver coins and copper plates after knocking him down. Based on his complaint, the police formed a special team and traced the suspects, Vardharam alias Vinoth (33), Sarwan Gurjar (19) and Omprakash (23), to Pali district. With the help of the local police, suspects were picked up, produced before the local court and are being brought back to Chennai by train for further procedures.
Inter-state buses remain off road, continue strike over unfair taxes
KOCHI: The inter-state private bus sector continues to reel from a major crisis, with a significant number of services, especially those connecting Kerala, remaining off the road, making the lives of hundreds of commuters difficult. Operators are now demanding that the governments of Kerala and Karnataka follow the example of Tamil Nadu by offering a tax exemption to make operations financially viable. Tamil Nadu has provided a glimmer of hope by verbally instructing border officials to exempt tax for buses from neighbouring states like Kerala, Karnataka, Pondicherry, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, prompting a slow resumption of services to destinations like Chennai and Coimbatore. The services to these destinations are being conducted without any issues for the last four to five days. Kerala and Karnataka too should adopt a relief stance similar to that of Tamil Nadu, Rijas A J, vice-president of Intercity Bus and Car Operators Confederation of India and owner of Sona Travels, told TNIE. A significant number of interstate luxury private buses conducting services to Bengaluru and Hyderabad from various points in Kerala remain off the road. Only a small section of operators who were forced to pay the quarterly tax until December are plying buses now, but they warn that a failure by the governments to act swiftly would force a complete industry shutdown. The issue is yet to be solved. Many, who have not yet paid the quarterly taxes, are not operating, he stated. Highlighting the impact on the key Kochi-Bengaluru route, Rijas said that a number of operators including big players like FlixBus and Shyamoli Paribahan continue to suspend all their trips to Kerala. Industry sources confirm the severity, pointing out that out of 152 night services in the Ernakulam-Bengaluru sector, 72 are non-operational. The core of the crisis is the unfair taxes levied by the state governments. Operators argue that the financial burden is immense and unsustainable. An operator needs to pay Rs 12 lakh tax for running a single service (two buses) for a 90-day period, an operator explained. This crippling cost is pushing bus owners toward a financial cliff, with fears of asset seizure by lending institutions looming early next year. The demand for tax relief is amplified by competitive pressures. Operators cannot increase ticket prices for fear of driving away passengers, especially with the introduction of new alternatives like the Vande Bharat train service on the Kochi-Bengaluru sector. The services cant be operated with the huge tax being levied, another operator stressed. The protest was initially triggered by Tamil Nadu bus operators opposing what they termed illegal tax and levying of fine by Kerala authorities. Now, the focus has shifted to urging Kerala and Karnataka to adopt a similar relief stance to that of Tamil Nadu. ] The disruption is causing major inconvenience, as these luxury buses normally transport an estimated 4,000 people daily to major hubs like Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Madurai. As private bus travel remains largely unavailable, travellers are increasingly dependent on KSRTC and rail alternatives. A senior KSRTC official confirmed they are operating additional services to Bengaluru to manage the surging demand. Swift action urged Operators are demanding the governments of Kerala and Karnataka to follow the example of Tamil Nadu by offering a tax exemption Warn that a failure by the governments to act would force a complete shutdown They argue that the financial burden is immense
TN picks 3 alignments for MahabalipuramGST Road link to ease crippling congestion
CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu Road Development Company (TNRDC) has identified three alignments to connect Mahabalipuram on the East Coast Road (ECR) with Madhuranthagam on GST Road. The proposed 32 km link road is expected to be a four or six-lane access-controlled highway with service roads. The State Highways Department has proposed developing a new link road from GST Road at Madhuranthagam (Karunguzhi) to Poonjeri near Mahabalipuram to divert vehicles coming from Tindivanam towards Chennai before they reach Chengalpattu. The purpose of the road is to ease congestion on the GST stretch between Madhuranthagam and Tambaram by diverting a significant volume of traffic towards ECR and OMR. During festival seasons, weekends and extended holidays, the GST corridor from Tindivanam to Tambaram regularly experiences bumper-to-bumper congestion. A few months ago, TNRDC engaged a consultant to conduct a feasibility study. According to official sources, three alignments have now been identified. The first option involves widening the existing 10-metre road from Mahabalipuram to Kakkilapettai near Madhuranthagam, which passes through the densely populated Thirukazhukundram region. The second option is a full greenfield alignment north of Poonjeri, covering the entire 32-km stretch. The third option is another greenfield corridor south of Poonjeri. The road may begin either at Karunguzhi or 500 metres before Karunguzhi and terminate at Poonjeri. Another variation under consideration is an alignment from Karunguzhi that connects directly to the upcoming Chennai Peripheral Ring Road (Ennore Port-Mahabalipuram) at Poonjeri. The final option is widening the existing 10-metre road along its current path, an official said. The alignment will be finalised based on factors such as social impact, land acquisition requirements, environmental concerns and overall project cost. Greenfield alignments involve higher project costs but cause minimal social disruption. Conversely, widening the existing road is cheaper but has a high social impact, as many houses and buildings will have to be demolished, the official explained. Once the feasibility report is completed, it will be submitted to the government for a final decision. The proposed road will be either four or six lanes. Given local opposition to widening the existing route, the government is more likely to opt for a greenfield alignment. Land acquisition will begin after administrative approval, the official added. Quick look Around 1 lakh passenger car units use the Tambaram-Tindivanam GST corridor daily Proposal aims to divert traffic from Tindivanam towards OMR/ECR at Karunguzhi near Madhuranthagam A 10-metre-wide existing road runs from Mahabalipuram to Kakkilapettai near Madhuranthagam This route passes through densely populated residential zones for 10-15 km TNRDC has identified three alignments for the proposed 32-km four/six-lane link road A greenfield alignment is likely to be chosen to avoid large-scale demolition Land acquisition will begin after administrative approval
HC quashes all cases related to court campus violence in 2009
Shutters of Chennais three major reservoirs reopened in view of heavy rainfall from Cyclone Ditwah
Freshworks Chennai Marathon to be held on January 5
Devotees demand urgent restoration of neglected Thiruneermalai temple tank
The tank is covered with thick layers of weeds and thorny shrubs line the steps leading to the water. Though the temple is a listed institution with an annual revenue exceeding 1 crore, the tank has not been restored. Devotees want the tank rejuvenated before Vaikunta Ekadasi
More than 16,000 migratory ducks spotted at Nemmeli waterbody, regions biggest
Madras univ to pay 95cr for retirals from corpus fund
AIADMK Veteran K A Sengottaiyan Joins Vijay's TVK, Shifting Political Landscape
Veteran AIADMK leader K A Sengottaiyan has joined Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), signaling a clear intent to tap into the MGR legacy and its cadre. This move sets the stage for a four-cornered contest in 2026, potentially splitting opposition votes and weakening the AIADMK's alliance arithmetic.
Tamil Nadu Exceeds Adult Literacy Targets: New India Literacy Programme Success
Tamil Nadu's non-formal education department is exceeding its literacy targets, with 30 lakh learners aimed for by the New India Literacy Programme. Districts like Salem are leading the way, with volunteers and teachers providing basic Tamil and numeracy skills door-to-door. The program empowers adults, particularly women and daily-wage earners, to gain independence through improved literacy and life skills.
Youth held for robbing man of cash at ATM
Tambaram City Police seized 707 kilos of banned tobacco products
3 men who robbed jewellery unit in city arrested in Rajasthan
Man held in investment fraud case at Neelankarai
Kerala wants to mine beach sand in Tirunelveli, Tuticorin to extract ilmenite
Lancor launches senior citizens apartments in Sriperumbudur
EPS wont comment on Sengottaiyan
Four years on, BDO warned for dishing out inconsistent RTI info
Two dalit youths die in road accident, kin alleges caste killing
Death penalty of Chennai stalker commuted to life
Aarudrha gold investment scam: ED seizes Rs 22 lakh in cash, property documents
The ED says the fraudsters had named dummy individuals, who perform menial jobs in the firm, as directors of Aarudhra Gold Trading Pvt Ltd
Fake Currency, Ganja Racket Busted; Rs 37.5 Lakh Counterfeit Notes, 22.4 kg Ganja Seized
On 26 November, prime accused Sheikh Hasan attempted to flee towards Chennai on spotting police but was apprehended after a brief chase.
Value of RBIs House Price Index declined Q2FY26
On a quarter-on-quarter basis, the index registered a decline of 0.6 per cent, contributed largely by Kolkata, Chennai and Lucknow
Housing prices trend: HPI growth slows to 2.2% in Q2; key metros pull index down
India's housing prices saw a significant slowdown in Q2 FY26, with the All-India House Price Index growing 2.2% year-on-year, a sharp decrease from 7% a year prior. This dip was influenced by softer prices in major cities like Kolkata and Chennai, despite contributions from Nagpur, Ghaziabad, and Chandigarh to the annual rise.
Fintech Tower, part of Chennais upcoming Fintech City, likely to be inaugurated in two months
Axis Commercial Real Estate Fund and Tishman Speyer break ground for The Cube, another commercial development part of the Fintech City
Future educators lead fight against drugs
The Anti-Drug Club of Stella Matutina College of Education recently bagged the third prize in the Chennai District Awards; students at the teachers training college in Ashok Nagar are engaged with 45 schools across Chennai to educate children about drug addiction and its ramifications
Rane Group bags 500-crore new orders in Q2; H2FY26 outlook positive
Cyclonic Storm Ditwah has intensified over the Bay of Bengal. The storm is moving north-northwest. It is expected to reach the waters off North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry by early November 30. Coastal areas should stay alert for the approaching weather system.
After 50 years with AIADMK, KA Sengottaiyan joins Vijay's TVK
Expelled AIADMK leader K.A. Sengottaiyan, along with former MP Sathyabama and supporters, joined Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on Thursday. Actor Vijay welcomed Sengottaiyan, highlighting his five decades of political experience and fieldwork, which he believes will significantly benefit TVK's future endeavors.
Kearney expands its South India footprint with a new office in Chennai
As TN continues to grow above 11% and widens its lead as Indias second-largest economy, we need to be closer to clients: Siddharth Jain, Managing Partner and Country Head, Kearney India
Once it becomes a cyclonic storm, it may be named as cyclone Ditwah, a name contributed by Yemen
Is Vijay Sethupathi a part of Rajinikanths Jailer 2?
Chennai: If rumours doing the rounds in the industry are to be believed, one of Tamil cinemas most loved actors Vijay Sethupathi will be seen in a pivotal role in Superstar Rajinikanths eagerly awaited upcoming film Jailer 2. Sources in the industry say that Vijay Sethupathi has joined the sets of the film, which is Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Avadi police nab murder suspect on the run for 22 years taking SIR cover
CHENNAI: The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls might be carrying with it a fair share of political outcry, but the exercise has come in handy for the Avadi police as they managed to nab a murder suspect, on the run for nearly 22 years. The case dates back to May 24, 2004, when Mariyam Beevi informed the Ennore police that her relative, Rajendran alias Rafiq, had confessed to killing his friend Tajuddin during a drunken brawl at his house. After the police found Tajuddin dead with his throat slit, they registered a case, but Rafiq went into hiding, remaining untraceable for more than two decades. Sources said during a recent review of pending files, Avadi police commissioner K Shankar instructed the officials to prioritise the case. Two special teams under Ennore assistant commissioner Veerakumar shortlisted possible matches from online voter rolls and visited multiple villages posing as SIR data collectors, allowing them to conduct discreet inquiries. The exercise led them to the suspects native Aakkanur village in Cuddalore district. The police learned Rafiq, who converted to Islam after marrying Rasool Beevi, had been living a transient life across Ariyalur, Jayankondam, Tiruchi, Perambalur, and Bengaluru, selling incense sticks and avoiding mobile phones in a bid to evade detection. Further intelligence suggested he often stayed near bus stands. Officers camped at these spots and later shifted their search to Bengaluru following a tip-off. After a week of monitoring incense-stick sellers, the police located him at Madiwala Market in Bengaluru. Though he initially gave a fake name, a verification of the Aadhaar card in his bag confirmed his identity. It was only time that he confessed to the crime, after which, he has been remanded in judicial custody.
TVK extends support to sanitary staff on hunder protest in Chennai
CHENNAI: Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) has extended its support for the sanitary workers, who are on an indefinite hunger strike in Ambattur for the last 10 days. TVK general secretary Bussy Anand, general secretary (election campaign management) Aadhav Arjuna, and deputy general secretary Rajmohan met the four women sanitary workers on Wednesday and extended support for their cause. Meanwhile, hundreds of conservancy workers from the Royapuram and Thiru-Vi-Ka Nagar zones, where solid waste management has been privatised, submitted petitions to their respective zonal officers, reiterating their demand for reinstatement of their jobs directly under the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC). Noting that their protest since August 1 has been continuing in various forms for 118 days now, they asked authorities to address their demands at the earliest. Speaking to reporters, Aadhav Arjuna questioned how MK Stalin, who was against the privatisation in 2021 when he was in the opposition, could change his stance after becoming the chief minister . He said the workers on hunger strike are too weak to even speak. Yet neither the CM, nor the deputy CM or any other ministers met them, he said, urging DMKs alliance parties VCK and CPIM to express solidarity with protesters by visiting the protest site.
Wedding banner exposes alleged stock market fraudster; investors confront him in Pallavaram
CHENNAI: The banner of a wedding reception has helped a group of investors zero in on the alleged fraudster, whom they allege, cheated them of several crores of rupees through fake stock market investments. The group confronted and assaulted the fraudster, Clinton (30), at the reception venue, a private hall on Pallavaram Radial Road on Tuesday night. The police said Clinton had projected himself as a stock market expert and had even appeared on YouTube channels offering trading advice. Taking advantage of this reputation, he allegedly collected large sums of money from relatives, neighbours and acquaintances, promising high returns. Among the complainants is Mohanapriya of Pallavaram, who said Clinton befriended her through trading lessons and persuaded her to hand over Rs 75 lakh. When no profit came, Clinton allegedly claimed the money was lost and pressured her for more. She later sold her Audi car and gave him another Rs 12 lakh, which he again said he lost. He also borrowed Rs 40 lakh after pledging her familys property documents, which he did not return. Though multiple complaints were lodged earlier at the Pallavaram police station, no case was registered, the victims alleged. The word on his wedding spread after a banner was spotted in the area, prompting several cheated investors to gather at the reception venue and confront him. Clinton sustained facial injuries and was admitted to Chromepet Government Hospital. Following the assault, Clinton filed a complaint at the Chitlapakkam police station, where a case was registered against three people. Meanwhile, the person who were cheated have submitted fresh complaints at the Tambaram police commissionerate seeking action against Clinton for allegedly swindling them out of several crores of rupees. Cheating under the guise of stock market expert The police said Clinton had projected himself as a stock market expert and had even appeared on YouTube channels offering trading advice. Taking advantage of this reputation, he allegedly collected large sums of money from relatives, neighbours and acquaintances, promising high returns.
