US Suspends Cognizant Green Card Filings Amid Fraud Probe
The US Department of Labour Inspector General Anthony D'Esposito announced on Tuesday that he has suspended the permanent labour certification filings by Cognizant, founded in Chennai, and Cloudera.
East take control against South
Mohammad Shami, Mukesh Kumar reduce Tilak Varma-led side to 242/6 Chennai: East Zone tighten their grip on the Duleep Trophy final as they restricted South Zone to 242 for six at stumps on the third day here on Tuesday. South still trail by 466 runs after East piled up a mammoth 708 in their first []
Sandhu and Dinek Share Lead at Chennai Open with Impressive 65 Scores
Ajitesh Sandhu and Stepn Dinek both score 65 to lead the Chennai Open 2026 after the first round at TNGF Cosmo Golf Course. Sandhu and Dinek Share Lead at Chennai Open with Impressive 65 Scores
US suspends Cognizant green card filings
Digital Desk | Washington, Sep 9 (IANS) The US Department of Labour has suspended permanent labour certification filings by technology services giant Cognizant as federal authorities investigate alleged fraud and possible harm to American workers. It impacts the companys filings under the Permanent Labour Certification programme, commonly known as PERM, which is a key step for employers seeking employment-based green cards for foreign workers. Cognizants PERM filings are suspended, Labour Department Inspector General Anthony DEsposito said in a social media post. Threats to American workers will NOT be tolerated. Alongside @WHFraudTF, were following facts, fraud and finances. Handcuffs await, he said. DEsposito said his office was working with Labour Department officials and the White House anti-fraud task force. His post did not disclose the specific allegations against Cognizant, the number of applications affected or how long the suspension would remain in force. The inspector general separately announced that PERM filings by Cloudera had also been suspended. One more. @cloudera: PERM filings SUSPENDED, he said. The material released by the inspector general did not identify any criminal charges against either company. It also did not include a response from Cognizant or Cloudera. The action came a day after Cognizant announced plans to expand its American workforce. The company said it planned to hire 1,500 US college graduates and increase its Frontier Certified Engineer and Frontier Business Operator workforce to 15,000 people. We are hiring American graduates, standing up new American job categories for the AI era, and putting Cognizants capital and leadership behind a national coalition built to make sure this transition works for workers, Cognizant Chief Executive Officer Ravi Kumar S said. We believe AI will create significantly more jobs than it displaces and shift greater value, wages and accountability to the frontlines of Americas workforce, Kumar said. Cognizant also said it had joined RAISE US, a bipartisan coalition focused on helping American workers move into the artificial intelligence economy. The companys Synapse programme has trained more than one million people and now aims to reach two million by 2030. Under the PERM programme, the Labour Department must certify that qualified US workers are not available for a position and that hiring a foreign worker will not adversely affect the wages and working conditions of similarly employed American workers. PERM certification is associated with permanent employment and employment-based green cards. It is separate from the H-1B programme, which permits eligible US employers to hire foreign professionals temporarily for speciality occupations. Suspension of PERM filings does not, by itself, establish that a companys H-1B petitions have also been suspended. Cognizant is a US-based multinational company. It is headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, and listed on Nasdaq under the ticker CTSH. However, Cognizant was founded in Chennai, India, in 1994 and retains a major workforce and operational presence there.
Idol smuggler Subash Kapoor to return to Germany
Over half RO plants in three TN districts defunct: CAG
Tilak Varma records third successive 50-plus score: Stats
East Zone dominated the proceedings against South Zone on Day 3 of the 2026 Duleep Trophy final in Chennai.
Privilege notice against ex-minister Velu: Speaker assures action on 2,000 cr liability issue
Drink coffee, wear the husk: City lab turns coffee waste into leather-like material
TN assembly urges Centre to scrap open column method in caste census
UDAY fails to revive TN power sector: CAG
Bone-sparing hip procedure performed on two international patients
Iridium scam foiled in Ooty; one arrested
Low-cost air quality sensors to come up at 80 locations across TN
DMKs entry makes bypolls a three-corner contest
The DMK high command has invited the district secretaries to Chennai to chalk out the strategy for the elections to the two constituencies in Tamil Nadu Madurantakam and Dharapuram
Chennai GPO Pensioners Forum discusses demands with 8th Pay Commission
The forum sought restoration of the Old Pension Scheme, enhancement of pension and family pension, relief on recovery of commutation amounts, revision of MACP benefits, improved allowances and leave benefits, and stronger social security measures
CAG flags misuse of funds, violations in TN Smart City projects
3 school students among four held for TVK functionary murder
34 illegal motors seized by Metrowater across city
My body language of touching jaw unintentional: TN CM Vijay
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday said that his body language of touching his jaw as if to lift it was involuntary and completely unintentional. Referring to his expression in the State Assembly on September 7, Vijay said: My body langauge was an accidental expression. I would like to make it 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 .
Two festival-goers missing off Elliots Beach
TN Assembly roars over CM Vijay
Chennai: The Tamil Nadu Assembly witnessed a ruckus on Tuesday, September 8, as the DMK demanded that Chief Minister C Joseph Vijays statement relying on ED documents be expunged from records and raised slogans that led to their eviction from the House. As soon as the House proceedings commenced, DMK Whip EV Velu, referring to 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 .
Man under influence of ganja attacks ambulance staff, damages equipment
T.N. govt to modernise eight bus terminals and depots in the State
The bus terminals and depots spread over an area of 35.03 acres would be redeveloped under Public Private Partnership model and would help in generating 124.28 crore of non-ticket revenue per year
Tamil Nadu registration audit finds 96 crore revenue leakage
Woman loses gold jewellery to impostor at Tiruvallur GH
Persons with disabilities stage protest demanding increase in assistance
They want the assistance to be increased from 1,500 to 6,000. They pointed out that the assistance of 1,500 was not sufficient for even two doctors visits as travel, medicines, and consultation fee alone would take most of it
Sandhu, Danek Joint Leaders In Chennai Open
Ajeetesh Sandhu and Stepan Danek are joint leaders after the first round of the Chennai Open, both carding seven-under 65s. Sandhu, a former Asian Tour winner, made eight birdies, while Danek played a flawless round with seven birdies. Other notable players like Jairaj Singh Sandhu and Saptak Talwar are also in contention.
Medical conference focused on womens health held
Eye donation awareness walkathon held in Chennai
Duleep Trophy: Shami, Mukesh shine as East Zone take control of final against South
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 8 (IANS) India internationals Mohammed Shami and Mukesh Kumar starred with the ball as East Zone ended Day 3 of the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone here at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in ascendancy. Both Shami and Mukesh took two wickets each as the Tilak Varma-led South were restricted to 242/6 in the first innings and ended the day trailing by 466. Devdutt Padikkal (62) and Tilak Varma (56*) scored half-centuries, but the South Zone batters would regret their dismissals, even though Tilak remains unbeaten and the sole hope for an improbable comeback. The South batters had poor shot selection, and the East bowlers found some spice with even the older ball, using reverse swing to trouble the South batters, who got starts but not as much as the East batters, especially Ishan Kishan, who scored 270. Ricky Bhui was the first one to be dismissed when he edged one behind for stand-in wicketkeeper Kumar Kushagra to palm it. East Zone vice-captain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi insisted on a review to overturn the umpire's not-out call for Bhui's caught-behind appeal, which was later given out on DRS. Narayan Jagadeesan fell victim to poor shot selection, slicing Shikhar Mohan to point as South went to lunch at 115/2. The East bowlers continued to do a good job in the second session too, and the seamers found reverse swing. They kept the lid on the batters as Shami dismissed Shaik Rasheed for his first. The Indian veteran pacer bowled short spells and was seen to be troubled by a neck issue soon after lunch. Padikkal made a strong fifty but holed Mukesh Kumar out to deep square leg. Sooryavanshi took the captain's armband for a brief period in the later part of the second session as Ishan Kishan was off the field. He brought in Shami for a brief spell, and the pacer got the highest Ranji Trophy scorer from the previous season, Smaran Ravichandran. This time Kushagra insisted for the review to Sooryavanshi after the umpire did not pick the edge. East wrested further control in the third session too and let South add only 62 in the final session while Md Kounain Quraishi also got Shreyas Gopal caught and bowled. East was the happy camp at the end of the day, and despite Tilak being unbeaten, South have a mountain to climb. Brief scores: East Zone 708 in 163 overs (Ishan Kishan 270, Kumar Kushagra 101; Tripurana Vijay 4-180, Chama Milind 2-88) lead South Zone 242/6 (Tilak Varma 56*, Devdutt Padikkal 62; Mohammed Shami 2-17, Mukesh Kumar 2-36) by 466 runs
ISL | Chennaiyin FC home matches likely to begin by the end of October
Chennaiyin FC will apply heavy fertiliser in three days to give the grass a dark-green appearance while the club is also sorting out the barricading work inside the Nehru Stadium
CPI-M to skip TVK alliance meeting, continue support to government
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 8 (IANS) The CPI-M will stay away from a meeting convened by Tamil Nadu's ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam on Wednesday to discuss the formation of a new political alliance, but the decision will not affect its support for the government, party state Secretary P. Shanmugam said. Four TVK ministers visited the CPI-M office on September 4 and invited its senior leaders to the meeting of government participants and outside supporters. According to Shanmugam, the ministers said the proposed discussions would focus on creating an alliance under TVK leadership, framing a common minimum programme, and preparing jointly for the coming local body and Lok Sabha elections. After consulting its leadership, however, the CPI-M decided not to attend the Wednesday meeting, and Shanmugam said the party would communicate its decision to the TVK. He stressed that the CPI-M would continue to raise issues affecting farmers, agricultural labourers, workers and the public. It would also submit a written note detailing the measures it expected the government to implement, leaving the administration to accept or reject the proposals. Turning to corruption allegations, Shanmugam rejected references to the Sarkaria Commission, arguing that the inquiry belonged to a particular political context nearly five decades ago and had not resulted in criminal cases or arrests. Reviving it now was an attempt to distract attention from current public concerns, he contended. He also questioned Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays statement that three files were ready to be opened, asking why the government had not acted on them. If evidence of corruption or wrongdoing existed, action should be initiated against those responsible, irrespective of their identity, he said. Shanmugam also criticised remarks about people detained under the Maintenance of Internal Security Act during the Emergency. Ministers should study the Ismail Commission report and records before portraying MISA detainees as anti-social elements, he said, noting that thousands of Marxists had been arrested and tortured. The CPI-M leader expressed concern over the Assemblys functioning, saying it was becoming an arena for confrontation rather than a forum for debating problems and making laws. While both government and Opposition members must protect the Houses dignity, the ruling party carried greater responsibility, he said. He accused CM Vijay of failing to answer questions during the debate on grants for the police and fire and rescue services, saying political arguments could instead be made at public meetings.
Madras HC rejects challenge to Perundurai Assembly election result
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 8 (IANS) The Madras High Court has dismissed an election petition challenging AIADMK candidate S. Jayakumars victory from the Perundurai Assembly constituency in the 2026 Assembly elections, removing a key legal obstacle to the conduct of a by-election in the seat. Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy's order came on an application filed by Jayakumar seeking rejection of the election petition moved by former DMK candidate Thoppu Venkatachalam, also known as N.D. Venkatachalam. The court held that Venkatachalams petition did not disclose a cause of action warranting the continuation of the election dispute. On that ground, it accepted Jayakumars plea and dismissed the challenge to his election. Jayakumar had contested the Perundurai seat on an AIADMK ticket in the Assembly election and secured victory by a margin of 9,693 votes. The constituency later fell vacant following a major political realignment as Jayakumar resigned as an Assembly member after voting in support of the CM Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government. He subsequently left the AIADMK and joined the TVK. His resignation created the need for a fresh election in Perundurai. However, the pending case filed by Venkatachalam had prevented the Election Commission from immediately moving ahead with the electoral process. The vacancy had therefore remained under political and electoral scrutiny. Perundurai was one of five Assembly constituencies covered by an earlier order of a division bench headed by the Chief Justice, which had restrained the Election Commission from conducting or announcing by-elections in those constituencies until the election petitions connected with the seats were disposed of. The latest ruling has now concluded the election dispute concerning Perundurai. Consequently, the legal restriction linked to the pending petition no longer operates in relation to the constituency, enabling the poll authority to consider the next steps for filling the vacancy. The courts decision does not itself amount to an announcement of a by-election. The schedule, nomination process and polling arrangements will have to be determined and formally notified by the Election Commission. Venkatachalam, who had approached the High Court after losing the contest, has since resigned from the DMK. With his petition rejected and Jayakumar no longer representing the constituency, attention is expected to turn to the Election Commission and the political parties preparing for a possible fresh contest in Perundurai.
Gestamp opens 5th India plant in Gujarat with 523.7 cr investment
The Spanish automotive components maker has three manufacturing facilities in Pune, one in Chennai and one in Gujarat
Golf Premier League Heads To UAE For Key Event
The AM Green Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) is set to host its second event in the UAE, resuming its season at Al Hamra Golf Club in Ras Al Khaimah from September 23 to 25. This event, presented by Vimtra Chennai Lions GC, marks the league's return to the UAE after its debut in Dubai last December, featuring top golfers like Gaganjeet Bhullar.
Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai hold 62pc of total office space portfolio owned by listed REITs
In India, four key cities dominate the REIT office landscape, accounting for sixty-two percent of total listed space. Bengaluru stands out with twenty-seven percent of its office assets in REITs, while Hyderabad and Mumbai also showcase substantial REIT-supported office inventory. Furthermore, retail and warehousing REITs are broadening the scope of institutional real estate investments, indicating that real estate is increasingly pivotal to India's growth trajectory.
Madras Musical Association brings Henry Purcells baroque opera Dido and Aeneas to Chennai
The 133-year-old Madras Musical Association will stage Henry Purcells celebrated baroque opera at the Museum Theatre with a chamber orchestra and an all-MMA cast
The 8th pay commission is holding consultations with employees and pensioners in Chennai today and will be in Puducherry tomorrow, 9 September. Here's a look at what's likely on the table for discussion
The Duleep Trophy 2026-27 final saw East Zone taking on South Zone. The two sides met at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai for the clash; the clash began with East Zone coming in to...
Todays Gold Rate, September 8: Check gold rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across metro cities on September 8
5 MEMU trains cancelled on September 10 due to engineering works
Cant say support to TVK govt will last full five-year term: CPM state secretary
Silver prices recorded a modest decline on September 8, 2026, as the precious metal continued to experience volatility in both domestic and international markets. The early movement on the Multi Commodity Exchange indicated mild weakness, while retail prices remained close to 2.50 lakh per kilogram...
C-DAC Chennai has released the new notification for the recruitment of Project Engineer, Project Associate and Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager New Vacancy 2026 for 59 Posts. The online application process will be conducted from 04-09-2026 to 22-09-2026.. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, cdac.in.
Duleep Trophy Final: South Zone Face Uphill Task On Day 3
South Zone's batting llne-up face an uphill task on Day 3 as they look to bounce back with the bat after East Zone posted a mammoth 708 in their first innings in the Duleep Trophy final in Chennai on Tuesday.
TN Assembly Budget session to conclude today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 8 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly's budget session will conclude on Tuesday after completing the debate on the final set of demands for grants covering several key government departments. The state's general Budget for the 2026-27 financial year was presented in the Assembly on August 5, followed by the Agriculture Budget on August 6. Legislators debated the two Budgets on August 7, 10 and 11. Finance Minister Maria Wilson and Agriculture Minister Vinod delivered their replies to the discussions on August 12, outlining the government's fiscal priorities and responding to issues raised by members of the ruling and opposition parties. Department-wise debates on demands for grants began on August 17. During these proceedings, ministers presented the policies and programmes of their respective departments, answered questions from legislators and announced new projects and administrative measures. On Monday, the Assembly took up the demands for grants relating to the Police and Fire and Rescue Services departments. Chief Minister Vijay replied to questions and observations made by members during the discussion. His address witnessed sharp political exchanges after he publicly accused former Chief Minister and DMK leader M.K. Stalin and Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin over issues connected with the receipt of funds by their party. CM Vijay's strongly worded remarks triggered heated reactions and added to the political tension in the House. The final day's business includes debates on demands for grants relating to the Transport, Public Works, Finance, Planning and Development, State Legislature, pensions and other retirement benefits departments. Ministers in charge of these portfolios are expected to reply to the debate, address the concerns raised by the MLAs and make fresh announcements relating to departmental projects and welfare initiatives. The government is also likely to provide details of proposed expenditure and the implementation schedule for major schemes. The grant discussions are expected to be completed by Tuesday afternoon. The House will subsequently take up other listed business, including the consideration and passage of pending measures, before the session is formally brought to a close. The Budget session, which began with the presentation of the state's financial plans, has featured detailed debates on departmental allocations, governance, welfare programmes, infrastructure development and law and order. It has also witnessed intense exchanges between the government and the opposition on political and administrative issues.
Karnataka cuts Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu by 57 pc amid rainfall dip
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 8 (IANS) The quantity of Cauvery water being released to Tamil Nadu from Karnataka's Krishnaraja Sagar and Kabini reservoirs has been reduced sharply to 5,200 cubic feet per second following a decline in rainfall and inflows across the upper catchment areas. The combined discharge had stood at 11,983 cusecs the previous day. It has now fallen by 6,783 cusecs, representing a reduction of nearly 57 per cent within a day. The decline is significant for Tamil Nadu, which closely monitors releases from Karnataka's Cauvery basin reservoirs. The water flowing downstream contributes to the storage at the Mettur Dam and supports irrigation in the Cauvery delta, where farmers rely on timely supplies for standing crops and seasonal cultivation. Of the total quantity released towards Tamil Nadu, 4,800 cusecs were being discharged from the Krishnaraja Sagar reservoir, commonly known as KRS. The remaining 1,200 cusecs were being released from the Kabini reservoir. KRS is situated at Srirangapatna in Karnataka's Mandya district. Its catchment area includes Kodagu district and parts of Wayanad in Kerala. Rain has completely stopped in Kodagu, leading to a steady reduction in the volume of water entering the reservoir. By Monday morning, the water level at KRS stood at 106.84 feet against its full reservoir level of 124.80 feet. The inflow was recorded at 2,511 cusecs, while outflow remained higher at 4,800 cusecs. As discharge exceeded the inflow, the reservoir's stored water continued to decline. A similar situation was reported at the Kabini reservoir in Mysuru district. Its water level was recorded at 2,268.50 feet above sea level, compared with the full reservoir level of 2,284 feet. The inflow into Kabini stood at 2,514 cusecs, while 1,200 cusecs were being discharged downstream. The releases from Kabini and KRS together accounted for the 5,200 cusecs flowing towards Tamil Nadu. Reservoir discharges are normally regulated after considering rainfall, inflows, available storage and downstream requirements. With rainfall weakening across the upper Cauvery catchments, the authorities are expected to closely monitor reservoir levels before making further changes. The reduction has renewed attention on water availability for Tamil Nadu's Cauvery delta. Any fresh spell of rain in Kodagu and Wayanad could improve inflows into KRS, Kabini and other reservoirs in the basin.
National Film Awards Move Out Of Delhi, Ceremony To Take Place In Gujarat On September 22
The 17th National Film Awards were held in Chennai in 1971.
National Film Awards Move Out Of Delhi, Ceremony To Take Place In Gujarat
The 17th National Film Awards were held in Chennai in 1971.
Crude oil prices rose towards $100 a barrel as tensions around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz intensified, but Indian petrol and diesel rates remained unchanged.
Agnikul opens new facilities to validate reusable rockets
RBI must incentivise the setting up of SFBs: C Rangarajan
FQL investment fraud draws over 40,000 complaints in Madurai and neighbouring districts
Vijay tables bill to hike MLA vehicle allowance to 75,000, provide PA allowance of 25,000
Southern Railway proposes to increase tracks at Tambaram
The Railways is planning to increase the number of tracks from 10 to 15for operating more long distance trains from Tambaram station. It would help to ease congestion at the Egmore station
Chennai has been a guardian through every stage of my life
Jeddah-bound flight makes emergency landing at Chennai airport due to technical issue
An Air India Express from Tiruchi to Singapore was also diverted to Chennai
IUML MLA says his remark was distorted, support to TVK was on ideological grounds
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay spits fire at three generations of DMK leaders
Citing the 1976 Sarkaria Commission report, Vijay saidthere was an entire chapter dedicated to Veeranam pipeline scam and mentionedthe alleged corruption by Karunanidhi and Maran.
Udhayanidhi targets Vijay, says CM evaded 15 questions, hid behind punch dialogues
Govt to restructure forest force, curb forest fires
Climate resilience centres to come up in 5 districts
Traffic on Chennais Arcot Road worsens amid metro construction, illegal parking and drainage work
Fisherman drowns as boat capsizes off Kalpakkam coast
Sewage lorries turn Thangal lake into a cesspool, residents fear groundwater contamination
Puzhal pipeline burst leads to GNT Road cave-in, disruption of water supply to four zones in Chennai
Fire at Mylapore substation interrupts power supply in surrounding areas
ASI to re-excavate 17th century Sadras Fort
These demands were consolidated into a study report at a public meeting organised by Federation of North Chennai Residents Welfare Associations
Chennai Metro Rail to complete tunnelling work from Royapettah to Thousand Lights next month
In corridor 3 of the phase II network covering 45.8 km, trains will depart from Madhavaram and will pass several areas, including Royapettah and Thousand Lights before making the last stop at SIPCOT
Byelections to two assembly segments in TN, one in Puducherry to be held on Oct 6
The advertisement was meant to promote fixed deposit schemes offered by a co-operative credit society called 'THECOS'. The poster read: 'Girlfriend may give 0% interest, but our FD gives 14.40%.' Thangapandian further questioned the Chennai Metro authorities over giving permission for such ads to be displayed in a public transport.
Derogatory remarks against women will invite legal action: Vijay
CM warning on abuse of women must apply to TVK too: Premallatha
Sundaram Home targets doubling of emerging business AUM in TN
Malaysia Airlines Flight Diverted to Chennai Due to Engine Failure
A Malaysia Airlines flight was diverted to Chennai after an engine failure. All 186 passengers landed safely, with emergency teams activated. Malaysia Airlines Flight Diverted to Chennai Due to Engine Failure
Malaysia Airlines Flight Diverted to Chennai Due to Engine Malfunction, 186 Passengers Safe
A Malaysia Airlines flight was safely diverted to Chennai due to an engine issue, with all 186 passengers unharmed during the emergency landing. Malaysia Airlines Flight Diverted to Chennai Due to Engine Malfunction, 186 Passengers Safe
Tamil Nadu registration department announces reforms for 2026-27
Vijay takes on DMK with TASMAC
Chennai: Even as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Monday, September 7, targeted the previous DMK regime over corruption in the state-run liquor retailer TASMAC, detailing findings from the central probe agency ED, the Opposition dismissed his attack as diversionary tactics. Reading from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) documents in the state Assembly, Vijay 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 .
Malaysia Airlines flight diverted to Chennai after engine issue, lands safely with 186 onboard
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 7 (IANS) Emergency response teams at Chennai airport were activated on Monday after a Malaysia Airlines flight operating from Kuala Lumpur to Jeddah was diverted to the city following a technical issue involving one of its engines. The Boeing aircraft, operating as Malaysia Airlines flight MH156, was carrying 186 people when it made a safe landing at Chennai airport, according to an airport official. A full emergency was declared at the airport following the reported technical problem involving Engine No. 2 of the aircraft. The aircraft was safely brought to the ground, following which the airline's technical teams and other relevant personnel began assessing the aircraft to determine the nature and extent of the problem. Further assessment of the aircraft and the technical issue is being carried out by the airline and relevant technical teams, the airport spokesperson said. Despite the emergency response, normal airport operations continued without disruption, the official added. The airline's technical personnel are expected to complete their assessment before a decision is taken on the aircraft's onward journey. Meanwhile, an Air India Express flight operating from Tiruchirappalli to Singapore was diverted to Chennai International Airport following a technical issue. In view of the situation, a local standby was declared at Chennai airport, with all necessary emergency response arrangements put in place to facilitate the aircrafts safe arrival. The aircraft landed safely and vacated the runway under its own power. No untoward incident was reported. Following the declaration of the local standby, airport operational and emergency response agencies were placed on alert and kept ready to respond if required. The airlines engineering and technical teams are assessing the reported issue. All operations are normal, an airport official said.
Presenting double-centurions in Duleep Trophy final
Indian batter Ishan Kishan shattered records with his double-century in the 2026 Duleep Trophy final in Chennai.
IIT-M invites applications from teachers, students for career guidance course
Madras HC seeks report on Rs 4 crore cheating complaint against former Minister Vijayabaskar
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 7 (IANS) The Madras High Court on Monday directed the police in Tamil Nadu's Pudukottai to report by September 15 on the progress of a preliminary inquiry into a cheating complaint against former Minister C. Vijayabaskar, who has since joined the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). The case arose from a petition filed by Dhana Vimal, the AIADMK candidate for the Alangudi Assembly constituency, seeking an order directing the police to register a First Information Report. Vimal has accused Vijayabaskar of failing to return Rs 4 crore from money allegedly collected from him before the election. When the petition came up for hearing, Additional Public Prosecutor Arun Anbumani told Justice V. Lakshminarayanan that the Illuppur police had begun a preliminary inquiry. The court was told that Vimal had been summoned to appear on August 28 but had requested time until September 10. Recording the submission, the judge asked the police to file a progress report by September 15. According to the complaint, Vimal approached the AIADMK leadership seeking the party ticket for Alangudi. He alleged that Vijayabaskar, the then TVK's Pudukottai district secretary, telephoned him on November 11, 2025, and asked him to arrange Rs 5 crore as proof that he had the financial capacity to meet campaign expenses. Vimal claimed he was assured that the amount would be returned immediately after his candidature was announced. He subsequently mobilised Rs 4.5 crore from several sources and allegedly handed it to contractor Sothupalai Murugesan at the latter's Pudukottai office on March 11, 2026. After Vimal was named the AIADMK candidate, only Rs 50 lakh was returned, the petition said. Despite repeated demands, the remaining Rs 4 crore was allegedly withheld. Vimal also claimed that another Rs 10 lakh promised in connection with the mortgage of his father's immovable property to a person associated with Vijayabaskar was not paid. The petitioner said he met Vijayabaskar 14 times to seek repayment and the return of documents, without success. He also alleged that Vijayabaskar later adopted an intimidating approach and used his political influence when the money was demanded. The allegations have not yet been established, and the police inquiry remains at a preliminary stage. The High Court has not directed registration of an FIR at this point and will review the police report at the next hearing in the matter.
Nehru manipulated tenders for party fund, says DVAC FIR
Tasmac delays online indent reform again, rollout pushed to Sept 10
186 On Board, Plane With Engine Issue Makes Emergency Landing In Chennai
Malaysia Airlines flight MH156, operated by an Airbus A330-200 registered as 9M-MTY, was carrying 186 people when a full emergency was declared at Chennai airport at 4.07 pm IST.
