AIADMK to protest against ruling DMK on March 13 over failure to fulfil transport workers demands
The protest will be spearheaded by former Minister D. Jayakumar and will be held in front of Pallavan Illam, the headquarters of the MTC in Chennai
T20 WC: 5 Wins, Two Defeats And A Tie -- New Zealand's Road To Final
T20 World Cup: New Zealand are one step away from completing an impressive redemption story at the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026. After being eliminated in the group stage of the 2024 tournament, the Black Caps have bounced back with five wins and two losses to reach the final. They will face the Indian team, the same opponent that beat them in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final. New Zealand started their campaign with a tense but steady chase against Afghanistan. Tim Seifert played a key role, scoring 65 off 42 after an early collapse left the team at 14/2. Glenn Phillips contributed 42 off 25, helping create a crucial 74-run partnership. Daryl Mitchell and Mitchell Santner then finished the chase with ease. The Black Caps followed this with one of the tournaments strongest performances, defeating the United Arab Emirates by 10 wickets in Chennai. Seifert (89 off 42) and Finn Allen (84 off 50) formed a stunning unbeaten 175-run opening partnership, which is the second-highest in T20 World Cup history. Their first loss came against the unbeaten South Africa in Ahmedabad, despite decent contributions from Mark Chapman and Mitchell. However, New Zealand quickly bounced back, successfully chasing down 173 runs against Canada due to a powerful unbeaten 146-run collaboration between Rachin Ravindra (59 off 39) and Phillips (76 off 36). After moving to the Super 8 stage, their match with Pakistan was washed out. Still, they responded strongly with a tough win over Sri Lanka in Colombo, recovering from 84/6 thanks to Santner (47 off 26) and Cole McConchies efforts. Ravindra starred with four wickets in a bowling display dominated by spin. A narrow defeat to England, which at one point left them at 2/2, put their qualification in jeopardy, but New Zealand advanced to the semi-finals based on a better net run rate than Pakistan. In the semi-final, the Black Caps delivered their most complete performance, overpowering South Africa both with bat and ball. McConchie made two early breakthroughs by dismissing Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton. Ravindra also took key wickets, including Aiden Markram and David Miller, keeping the Proteas to 170, despite a strong counter-attack from Marco Jansen, who scored 55. Allen and Seifert began the chase with an exciting 117-run opening partnership, highlighted by Allen scoring the fastest century in Mens T20 World Cup history off just 33 balls, surpassing Chris Gayles previous record. New Zealand : Road to Final Beat Afghanistan by 5 wickets in Chennai on Feb 8 Beat UAE by 10 wickets in Chennai on Feb 10 Lost to South Africa by 7 wickets in Ahmedabad on Feb 14 Beat Canada by 8 wickets in Chennai on Feb 17 Abandoned against Pakistan in Colombo on Feb 21 Beat Sri Lanka by 61 runs in Colombo on Feb 25 Abandoned against Pakistan in Colombo on Feb 21 Also Read: Live Cricket Score Beat South Africa by 9 wickets in Ahmedabad on March 4 (Semi-Final) Article Source: IANS
T20 WC: 8 Wins In 7 Matches -- India's Road To Final
T20 World Cup: Defending champions India will face New Zealand in the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The India team had a strong and steady campaign leading to the final of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026, achieving seven wins in eight matches. Their journey started with a 29-run win against the United States national cricket team at the Wankhede Stadium on February 7. They then dominated the Namibia with a convincing 93-run victory in Delhi on February 12. One of their most important wins in the group stage came when they defeated their arch-rivals, the Pakistan, by 61 runs in Colombo on February 15. The team continued to build momentum with a 17-run win over the Netherlands in Ahmedabad on February 18. India faced their only setback against the South Africa team, who defeated them by 76 runs in Ahmedabad on February 22. However, this loss did not derail their campaign. The team responded strongly, beating the Zimbabwe team by 72 runs in Chennai on February 26. They then overcame the West Indies team by five wickets in Kolkata on March 1, securing a spot in the semi-finals. In a tense knockout match, India edged past the England team by seven runs at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 5, earning their place in the final after a solid and resilient tournament run. India and New Zealand have faced each other 30 times in the shortest format of the game. Out of these encounters, the Men in Blue have registered 18 victories, while the Blackcaps have won 11 matches. India : Road to Final Beat USA by 29 runs in Mumbai on Feb 7 Beat Namibia by 93 runs at Delhi on Feb 12 Beat Pakistan by 61 runs in Colombo on Feb 15 Beat Netherlands by 17 runs in Ahmedabad on Feb 18 Lost to South Africa by 76 runs in Ahmedabad on Feb 22 Beat Zimbabwe by 72 runs in Chennai on Feb 26 Lost to South Africa by 76 runs in Ahmedabad on Feb 22 Also Read: Live Cricket Score Beat England by 7 runs in Mumbai on March 5 (Semi-Final) Article Source: IANS
Madras HC tells Armstrong murder suspects to surrender by March 13
Upgraded park with boating facility opens at Thangal eri in Kallikuppam
Study backs delayed stenting after clot-busters for heart attack
Two from TN among top 10 in UPSC exam
Tambaram to get two new bamboo parks
Equal work, equal pay applies only within same institution: Madras HC
Saidapet-Teynampet stretch of Anna Salai flyover completed
NCB Chennai unit busts international drug bid off Tuticorin coast
Judges & advocates partners in quest, says Madras high court Chief Justice Dharmadhikari
Traffic eats up roads to malls as public turns to private wheels
Enterprise Tech co Bonbloc gets SEBI nod for IPO
Six elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from TN
BJP eyes minimum 30 seats, plans to focus on linguistic minorities
2030 Vision: 1.81cr families consulted
Census 2027 work begins July 17 in TN
Masked burglar spends four hours inside bank; fails to break safe
Mumbai homeopathic arrested for performing surgeries at Chennai hotel
Financial security at the time of retirement need of the hour: PFRDA
Probe on after failed burglary attempt at bank
Free eye check-ups for women till March 31
Chennai Volunteers hosts conclave on the power of giving
Multi-activity display held at Officers Training Academy
RPF seizes cash, gold and silver worth 1.25 crore at Central Railway Station
Chennai Police Commissioner greets women personnel ahead of International Womens Day
Missing girl founddead in stone quarry
Nine held for abducting man over land deal issue
Vandalur zoo gets leopard cats after 21 years
India needs to create more manufacturing jobs, says Arvind Subramanian
56Naan Mudhalvan scheme trainees clear civil services exam
All India Civil Services Coaching Centre, the institute of the State government, has registered an increase in results owing to Naan Mudhalvan Scheme.
Mumbai homeopathic doctor arrested for performing surgeries at Chennai hotel
Nilgiri Mountain Railway to operate summer special trains
Union Railway Minister sanctions four new train services for Tamil Nadu
The mainline electrical multiple unit (MEMU) train from Palakkad to Pollachi, Mayiladuthurai-Karaikudi passenger, Amrit Bharat Express from Podanur to Dhanbad and the Mangaluru-Tirunelveli Express will be introduced
The party has received about Rs 3.68 crore through applications submitted in Stalins name alone.
Parandur greenfield airport gets Special Project status
The Tamil Nadu government has already acquired more than 1,500 acres out of the total 5,746 acres required for the proposed second airport for Chennai at Parandur in Kancheepuram district.
Have you invited a Madras Mali to your garden?
They grow gardens in others backyards but the blooms extend into their own living rooms. Ahead of International Womens Day, a conversation with Madras Malis, who are underprivileged women trained in organic gardening practices by a unique empowerment programme by Chennai Resilience Centre
Indium expects AI platform, legacy modernisation to drive growth
NGT sets aside SEIAA rejection of quarry near Vallanadu Blackbuck Sanctuary
The Tribunal has directed the Tamil Nadu State Environmental Impact Assessment Authority to reconsider within six weeks the rejection of the proposed rough stone and gravel quarry and pass fresh orders
T.N. govt. sanctions maternity leave benefits up to 26 weeks for contract nurses
ISL | Blasters and Chennaiyin desperately searching for first win of the season
L&T Finance has launched Spoorthi, a specialised program for women Home Loan and Loan Against Property (LAP) borrowers with relaxed eligibility and reduced interest rates Targeted at key women decision-makers in major metropolitan hubs On the occasion of Womens Day, L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), (formerly known as L&T Finance Holdings Ltd.), one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the country, is proud to announce the launch of Spoorthi, a specialised program designed to empower women entrepreneurs by facilitating finance for the purchase of house property or providing Loan Against Property (LAP) for business expansion and working capital. L&T Finance accelerating the rise of emerging women-led businesses This initiative recognises the critical role women play in the economy and aims to support those who are solely or jointly running a business or profession. Under the Spoorthi program, LTF offers a range of specific relaxations and benefits, including extended loan tenors of up to 25 years for Home Loans and LAP for specific profiles. Furthermore, Industrial LAP tenors are offered for up to 12 years, and the program introduces enhanced eligibility norms such as higher debt-to-income ratios to provide greater financial flexibility. Commenting on the launch, Mr. Sudipta Roy, Managing Director & CEO, LTF , said, Our Company is deeply committed to supporting women borrowers because they consistently demonstrate a disciplined and strong repayment history, which makes them ideal borrowers. By launching Spoorthi, the firm aims to harness this reliability while providing women with the necessary capital to scale their enterprises and secure their personal assets, ultimately contributing to a more inclusive and robust financial ecosystem . The program is initially rolling out in major metropolitan hubs, including Mumbai MMR, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Hyderabad. To be eligible, the woman borrower must be a key person managing the business with at least a 50% stake in non-individual entities, and her income must constitute at least 50% of the total appraised income when clubbing with other borrowers. Additionally, the business must show an annual cash profit of at least Rs. 5 Lakhs as per the latest Income Tax Return (ITR) and must not have incurred a net loss in the last two years. Mr. Jinesh Shah, Chief Executive Urban Secured Assets & Third-Party Products, LTF , said, Spoorthi is built upon a foundation of relaxed eligibility criteria and better pricing specifically tailored for women. The program offers lower interest rates to ensure that financial barriers are minimised. By reducing the business vintage (i.e., age of a company) requirement to just two years for loans up to Rs. 75 Lakhs, LTF is making it easier for emerging women-led businesses to access the high-value credit they need to thrive . In the third quarter ended December 31, 2025 (Q3FY26), LTF's Home Loan and LAP segment recorded disbursements of Rs. 2,879 Crore, reflecting a 16% Year-on-Year and 6% Quarter-on-Quarter increase. The total book size grew to Rs. 28,682 Crore, a rise of 22% Year-on-Year and 5% Quarter-on-Quarter, driven by robust distribution networks and new partnerships. About L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF) L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF) ( www.LTFINANCE.com ), formerly known as L&T Finance Holdings Ltd. (LTFH), is a leading Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), offering a range of financial products and services. Headquartered in Mumbai, the Company has been rated AAAthe highest credit ratingby four leading domestic rating agencies. In August 2025, S&P Global Ratings upgraded LTFs long-term Issuer Credit Rating to BBB/Stable from BBB-/Positive and short-term issuer credit rating to A-2 from A-3. Fitch Ratings has assigned LTF Long-Term Foreign and Local-Currency Issuer Default Ratings of BBB- with a Stable outlook. It has also received leadership scores and ratings by global and national Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) rating providers for its sustainability performance. The Company has been certified as a Great Place To Work and has also won many prestigious awards for its flagship CSR projectDigital Sakhiwhich focuses on women's empowerment and digital and financial inclusion. Under Right to Win, being in the right businesses has helped the Company become one of the leading financiers in key Retail products. The Company is focused on creating a top-class, digitally enabled, Retail finance company as part of the Lakshya 2026 plan. The goal is to move the emphasis from product focus to customer focus and establish a robust Retail portfolio with quality assets, thus creating a Fintech@Scale while keeping ESG at the core. Fintech@Scale is one of the pillars of the Companys strategic roadmapLakshya 2026. The Company has over a 2.8 Crore customer database, which is being leveraged to cross-sell, up-sell, and identify new customers. x.com/LnTFinance www.facebook.com/LnTFS www.linkedin.com/company/lntfinance www.instagram.com/lntfinance www.youtube.com/user/ltfinance
Nayanthara buys duplex in Poes Garden for Rs 31.5 crore
South Indian star Nayanthara and husband Vignesh Shivan have purchased a luxurious duplex in Chennai's exclusive Poes Garden for Rs 31.5 crore. The sprawling 14,369 sq ft property, located in the Legacy project, underscores the enclave's status as a prime address for celebrities and high-net-worth individuals, with property values consistently reaching crores.
TN biotech firm to end all experiments on animals, to use virtual simulation software
Andhra Pradesh will ban social media for children under 13, while Maharashtra's budget offers farmer and women's welfare. International news sees Pakistan-Afghanistan border clashes and US pressure on Latin American nations regarding China ties. In sports, Ashok Leyland sponsors Chennai Super Kings, and Jasprit Bumrah is highlighted as India's key T20 World Cup weapon.
Why is everything called performative on the internet now?
Does the label performative limit people from pursuing new hobbies, trending or otherwise?
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Ashok Leyland becomes official sponsor of Chennai Super Kings
As part of the partnership, the heavy commercial vehicle makers logo will appear on the front right side of the franchises iconic yellow jersey.
Ashok Leyland becomes official sponsor of five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings
Ashok Leyland is now the official sponsor for the Chennai Super Kings. The heavy commercial vehicle maker's logo will be visible on the team's yellow jersey. This partnership extends a long-standing relationship between the Hinduja Group and CSK. Ashok Leyland Chairman Dheeraj Hinduja expressed delight in joining hands with the team. A specially designed CSK fan bus was also unveiled.
Bhaktavatsalamstake on the destruction of documents relating to anti-Hindi agitation in Tamil Nadu
He said he was advised that papers on politicians against whom detention orders had been served need not be kept so that they would not be availableto the very people who were likely to take charge of the government. When Ministers came to know about officers who had made reports about them, they would get prejudiced, he further said
Homeopathy practitioner, assistant arrested for practising allopathy in Chennai
Poonam Lalit Sharma, who had studied homeopathy, was providing treatment for ear-related ailments using allopathic medicines from a room inside a private hotel on Kodambakkam High Road
Meenambal Sivaraj: a trailblazer for Dalit rightsand women empowerment
MeenambalSivarajwas born on December 12, 1904, in Rangoon, in a family that placed great importance on educationand service. One of her most significant contributions was her work with All India Scheduled Castes Federation founded byAmbedkar
No third party can download FIR from new T.N. police website
Only the accused, the victim, or the complainant in a case can access and download the FIR through the newly launched portal
T.N. govt. doctors withdraw indefinite fast midway after RGGGH dean denies permission
The sale deed for the property was registered in December last year
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin explains viral hand gesture; AIADMK chief slams it as 'vain pride'
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin's spontaneous hand gesture after seat-sharing talks with Congress went viral, signaling an agreement. However, AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticized Stalin, claiming law and order and women's safety have 'come to an end' under DMK rule. The DMK allotted 28 seats to Congress.
Chennai, Tamil Nadu government has banned private schools from holding political, ideological, or communal events on their grounds. This aims to keep school campuses neutral academic zones. The new rules apply at all times, including holidays. Non-political and non-sectarian events may be allowed with prior permission. This policy follows a recent controversy involving a school in Cuddalore.
Ravi moved out of TN to Bengal in governor shuffle
German wind turbine supplier Flender expands India ops as geopolitical hedge
HC exempts H Raja from personal appearance in trial court
Actress Nayanthara has reportedly bought a luxury duplex apartment in Chennai's Poes Garden. The property cost Rs 31.5 crore. It spans over 14,000 square feet. Nayanthara holds 90 per cent ownership. Her husband, Vignesh Shivan owns the remaining 10 per cent. The couple also has other real estate investments. Nayanthara's film Toxic is set for a June 4 release.
Nayanthara Buys 31.5-cr Duplex in Chennai
Adding another landmark property to her growing real-estate portfolio
Centre notifies Dharmadhikari as Chief Justice of Madras high court
TN emergency hotline now accepts location via chatbot
HC sets norms for auction of Kalaimagal Sabha lands
DMK to fast track seat sharing talks with allies
Formal seat sharing talks in AIADMK camp remains non starter
Chennai chef duped by scamsters dies in Cambodia, kin need 7 lakh to bring body back home
More women lawyers means diversity, transformation: Madras high court CJ
Undertrial attempts suicide before verdict in Chennai
Railway board defreezes three TN projects on hold for a decade
The works aim to facilitate the implementationof an intelligent transport system; CUMTA to suggest more projects for improving mobility in the Chennai Metropolitan Area covering 5,904 sq.km
Rajya Sabha election: Congress fields new face Christopher in Tamil Nadu
The 53-year-old is one of the secretaries of the All India Congress Committee, and had been in charge of northeastern States such as Manipur and Nagaland
HC quashes 4 poll code cases against OPS
Parties file RS nominations, only six of 14 to be accepted
CEC identifies model villages to implement community-led water management initiative
The Centre of Excellence for Change Management will implement the pilot projects in Damaland Puthagaram in Kancheepuram; it has begun engaging residents in water conservation activities
Residents concerned over plans to lay road on OSR land in Anjur
MRF to invest Rs 5,300cr in greenfield factory
Four arrested for hurling petrol bombs at house ofAMMK cadre
R N Ravi moved out of Tamil Nadu to West Bengal in governor shuffle
Govt sources told TOI that Union home minister Amit Shah informed chief minister M K Stalin of the shifting of Ravi ahead of the official communique from President.
City hospital launches dedicated maternal care clinic for recurrent pregnancy loss
Chennai Commute Enters New Phase
On Thursday, Southern Railway conducted a high-speed trial run between Velachery-St Thomas Mount MRTS stretch.
High drama outside Chennai court: murder accused tries to end life moments before verdict
Police rush him to hospital; judges awards life imprisonment for him in 2023 murder case; lodged in Puzhal Central Prison after treatment
VIT Vellore to organise a webinar on women engineers leading the tech boom in India
The special session brings together accomplished professionals and alumni to share their career journeys to celebrate International Womens Day
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi transferred to Bengal
Mr. Ravis transfer was announced by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in an X post; Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar will be in charge of Tamil Nadu
Madras Sanskrit College plans reversion to self-financing institution; students oppose move
The students say they may lose access to events such as the Kasi Tamil Sangam and national-levelcompetitions and seminars; they add that some teachers, who are paid by the CentralSanskrit University, have also planned to leave by March31, when thetie-up ends
Thalapathy Vijay, Trisha spotted together amid formers divorce
Hyderabad: Tamil superstar and politician Thalapathy Vijay and actress Trisha Krishnan have once again found themselves at the centre of online chatter after the two were spotted together at a wedding reception in Chennai. Their appearance comes at a time when the internet has been buzzing with speculation about their alleged relationship, especially following recent Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
TN govt launches shipbuilding policy; focus on sustainability
