Dilip Buildcon shares surge 4% after Rs 1,060 cr Expressway project achieves provisional completion
Dilip Buildcon announced the provisional completion of a Rs 1,060 crore project under the Bharatmala Pariyojana, boosting investor focus. The project involved building a 4-lane section of the BangaloreChennai Expressway in Andhra Pradesh and has been declared fit for commercial operation. Executed under the Hybrid Annuity Model, it marks a key milestone in the companys infrastructure portfolio.
TN To Set Up Futsal, Box Cricket Turfs In Districts To Boost Grassroots Sports
Tamil Nadu Sports Department: In a bid to promote sports at the grassroots level and enhance revenue generation, the Tamil Nadu Sports Department will set up futsal and box cricket turfs in all 38 districts of the state. The project will see the establishment of turfs at the headquarters of 37 districts, while in Chennai, the facility will be located at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Each turf will cost Rs 60 lakh and will feature markings for both futsal and cricket, covered end-to-end nets, specialised futsal nets, and centralised lighting systems. These facilities will also include adequate parking and will remain open until 1 a.m. to accommodate late-night players. Meghanath Reddy, Member-Secretary of the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT), said the department will manage the turfs directly. We will roll out an app for bookings, modelled after private platforms. The hourly booking rates will range from Rs 800 to Rs 1,000, significantly lower than the Rs 1,500 charged by private operators, he said. Reddy pointed out that group bookings -- common among youngsters -- will make the cost more affordable. This initiative will make modern sports infrastructure, currently limited to cities, accessible to people in smaller towns and rural areas, he added. A standard box cricket turf will measure between 100 and 120 feet in length, and 50 to 70 feet in width, with a netted height of 20 feet. Each turf will be equipped with high-quality lighting to support night-time play. The decision follows the success of a similar project in Chennai. The turf at Chepauk, managed by a private firm called Turf Town, generates a monthly revenue of around Rs 3 lakh. They handle operations through their own app and share profits with SDAT, Reddy said. The decision follows the success of a similar project in Chennai. The turf at Chepauk, managed by a private firm called Turf Town, generates a monthly revenue of around Rs 3 lakh. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Gold price was trading at Rs 97,630 per 10 grams, slightly lower than its all time high of Rs 1,00,480 per 10 grams, as per the India Bullion Association.
Following the arrest of actor Srikanth for cocaine possession, Chennai police detained actor Krishna, known for his role in 'Anjali', as part of an expanding drug racket investigation. Srikanth implicated AIADMK functionary T Prasad and identified Krishna as a regular drug user. Police are awaiting blood test results from Krishna to determine further legal action.
Garima Greh scheme for trans persons in Chennai struggles as dues pile up
Arjun steps out for work and returns home each day like anyone else. But beneath his routine lies a quiet compromise. To keep a roof over his head, Arjun has hidden his truth as a trans man because safety, shelter, and survival have come at the cost of his self. He says that staying closeted made it possible for him to find a place for rent, keep the landlords questions at bay, and quiet the whispers. Recounting similar stories like that of Arjuns, in May, trans persons in Chennai told CE what it takes just to find a roof over their heads. Many confessed to staying closeted, some said they slept under open skies, while some others said to have found shelter in far-off corners of the city miles away from their workplaces. Even when some houses doors open for them, trans persons said, neighbours have harassed them over petty issues, in an attempt to evict them. Amid this dire rental issue, a Union government funded scheme was undoubtedly a respite for many, but to secure accommodation for sheltering 15-30 trans persons is not an easy task. Magnifying this challenge is the lack of fund allocation in over two years. Set up under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerments SMILE programme, the Garima Greh scheme, started in 2021, struggles to stay afloat. Under the scheme, there are 12 shelters in the country. One such shelter in Chennai, is safely tucked away inside a residential neighbourhood in Periyar Nagar, Kolathur. It is kept alive today because R Jeeva, the project director, a trans woman, is giving it everything she has; including mortgaging her gold jewellery. Jeeva and a small group of staff have kept the doors open, despite a host of challenge rooted in the flaws of the scheme itself and others made worse by the constant shortage of funds. Trouble in the framework Arjun was one of the residents of the shelter in 2021. He treads carefully around any mention of his life before 2021 and only discloses that he was forced out of his home since his parents refused to accept him and therefore didnt complete his schooling. It is not easy to find a job if youve only completed class 10, and on top of that, I am a trans man. I suffered, he says. It was through someone from the trans community in Bengaluru that Arjun found out about Garima Greh. Aimed at sheltering trans persons, aged between 18 and 60, the programme entails providing skill development training and helping them transition out of the shelter into independent living; all within six months time. Arjun says that that timeline is insufficient for many to find their footing. Jeeva concurs, Many students in their first or second year of college, flee their homes due to neglect or sometimes abuse, and come here. How can we send them out in just six months? We, therefore, give them a grace period of one year. This concession helped Arjun. At the shelter, I got time to get stable mentally and otherwise. I was fed three meals a day, I had a roof above my head, there were others who were going through similar struggles, and I took spoken English and driving lessons. A little over a year later, I found a job in a hospital and moved out. I am still working there, Arjun says. Sahana, a trans woman, who also lived at the shelter around the same time as Arjun, says that she had also extended her stay for up to one year. I was staying in a mens hostel and studying an M.Ed course. During my course in 2021, I underwent gender affirmation surgery. I came to know of this shelter from the Internet. I needed post-surgery care and owing to fear of eviction, I also couldnt disclose much about my surgery or even dress the way I wanted to at the hostel, she explains. Sahana then applied and enrolled herself at the Garima Greh shelter. I recovered from my surgery at that shelter because the scheme mandated daily doctor visits. I also finished my M.Ed course while staying there. I improved my language through spoken English classes, learnt driving, got my licence, and moved out to my own rental house after I secured a teaching job at a private school, she adds. Both Sahana and Arjun were among those who had stayed at the shelter when the scheme had begun and was still being funded. However, the situation since 2023, has become different, say residents and those involved in the project. N Keerthi, a transwoman who is staying at the shelter since March 2025, is waiting to enrol in a skill development class of her choice. I have enrolled myself in the driving classes but I want to enrol in the beautician course and become a make-up artist, she shares. At the shelter, yoga, driving, tailoring, beautician classes, and spoken English classes are conducted under skill development. Around 86 trans persons 51 trans women and 36 trans men have benefitted from these courses so far. However, due to shortage of funds, it has become difficult to pay experts to teach the residents. Some people at several junctures have helped us by conducting classes for free, but we cant expect that out of those professionals everytime, Jeeva says. A crumbling resort What was once a bustling two-storey, eight-room house-turned-shelter, is now barely able to financially support those living there. The scheme mandates us to accommodate 25 people but we have only taken up 15 people since the beginning of this year, Jeeva rues, and adds that they have turned away people, saying that they will ring them once a spot opens up. As of June 2025, 10 trans women and five trans men are living in the shelter, she shares. A source working closely in the project, tells CE that the Union government had disbursed the first years budget in installments till 2023. The payments for three years since have remained pending. To support the facility, Jeeva says she has spent Rs 20 lakh. I have mortgaged my gold jewels. If anyone donates funds, I recover one or two pieces of jewellery, and then eventually end up mortgaging it again when we run out of money, she sighs. Jeeva has also made several representations to the authorities to disburse funds but to no avail. One time the secretary had changed and there was no clarity as to whom we should write to for the money, she adds. Due to budget constraints, Jeeva was recently put up to the task of finding a new accommodation to run the shelter. The previous place was owned by a lawyer, who agreed to rent out their building after Jeeva produced the Government Order for setting up the shelter. But after several months of rent default, they were forced to look out for a new stay. After a long struggle, we have thankfully found a place that is owned by a well-wisher, through a friend. But we cant run like this without funds, Jeeva declares. The new facility a dormitory layout spread across 2,400 sq feet, however, will not work, she adds. It needs to have partition walls for privacy, and we are discussing with the owner about the renovations, Jeeva explains. For now, residents are sleeping on rows of beds, with a little space sectioned off for dining. Even paying salaries to staff has become a monthly struggle for Jeeva. The project, run by a lean team of 11 including a project manager, counsellor, accountant, bridge course coordinator, cook, doctor, sweeper, multi-tasker, and three security personnel who take turns through shifts is held together by sheer will. Were paying salaries, covering rent, and ensuring food is provided every day. It adds up to nearly Rs 3 to 3.5 lakh a month, Jeeva shares with stress in her voice. The doctor, once a daily presence, now visits only twice a week, because there simply isnt enough money to pay. The cook, who single-handedly preps, cooks, washes the utensils and follows the same routine three times a day, is also underpaid, Jeeva admits. Every cutback, every compromise, chips away at what theyre trying to build. Even when its residents dreams are put on hold, the team promises a better tomorrow. Keerthi vouches for that and says that she was begging on the streets until last year but now confesses to being courageous enough to dream of becoming a beautician. Jeeva akka has just asked me to wait. They are figuring a way out, she adds with conviction. To contribute and support the shelter, contact 8778569926
Chennai is home to one of the largest wholesale flower markets in the country, Koyambedu, where the day begins long before sunrise. As early as 3 am, vendors unpack sacks of jasmine, roses, marigold, and many others, readying them for retailers. For decades, its been pookaara annas and akkas selling uthiripoo (flowers before they are stringed together) and katunapoo (stringed flowers) on foot or on cycles, in bustling streets or outside temples. They meet the everyday needs of the city households flowers for puja rooms, festivals and fashion purposes. But a quieter and more aesthetic revolution is blooming. Mobile flower carts, also called Flowers on Wheels, once limited to Pinterest and European flea markets, has found its way into the city. A new generation of entrepreneurs is reimagining how flowers are sold, seen, and shared. For the love of flowers Itd be hard to miss this bicycle stationed near Anna Nagar Tower metro in the evenings. Packed with fresh flowers inside a minimalist rear basket, this cycle is turning heads. I love flowers, and I want everyone who loves them to buy them without the hesitation of pricing, says Sowjiknr, one of the co-founders of Poo Stories. What started as an idea to sell flowers on a cart soon transformed their brand into being known as bloom riders. We didnt want to be just another cart on the street. The cycle felt unique, cute and practical, she adds. Poo Stories debuted on Valentines Day this year, and the reception has been positive since then. Some customers have come back over ten times to buy our bouquets, she says proudly. They have recently opened up their second stop in Pondy Bazaar, one of the busiest shopping streets in the city. The team of four Rahul Knr, Sowjiknr, Madhuri, and Dhanush source flowers primarily from Bengaluru and occasionally import unique varieties like hydrangeas. We want our flowers to be fresh and big, so we import from Bangalore. Yet, just like any other business, they too have had their downs. Rain can ruin everything, the flowers will dry out in a day or two, she says. Despite days when the cycle came back with unsold flowers, they never stopped. My partners and I wanted to do something joyful, and here we are. With this very motive, another venture bloomed in late April. Floro Kadhai, run by a husband-wife duo, Fahima and her partner. Tired of their monotonous 9-to-5 corporate routine, the couple started the venture in pursuit of happiness. One day, my husband got me a bouquet, and I was just over the moon. That moment made me want to give that feeling to others, says Fahima. The name itself resonates with Fahimas personality. Im a big talker, so I wanted my bouquets to carry not only colours but a story. Floro means flowers in Latin, and Kadhai is story in Tamil, representing her dream of flowers with stories. Besides staying on trend, Fahima makes her bouquets relatable. We once sold twelve apology bouquets in one day, she laughs. So we declared it as Apology Day and posted on social media saying that they can pre-book discounted bouquets to say sorry to their loved ones. Connecting people Unlike Poo Stories, Floro Kadhai operates on bikes and is mostly seen near Besant Nagar Beach on just the weekends. I dont want to hire someone else because I love connecting with people. People usually share their story behind every purchase, and I believe that the connection I make with the customers brings them back to us. As the niche reaches a wide range of audience, Fahima states that the competition is growing faster than the trend, Within a week or so, people started replicating our business in the very streets of Besant Nagar. Yet, we grew stronger. We started setting up stalls at an event in Amethyst, and did a workshop at an old-age home. We are planning to expand our business even though it has become a competitive market. Both ventures reflect a growing need for non-traditional flower gifting in the city. People can buy flowers for anybody todayfather to daughter, daughter/son to mother/father, wife to husband, boyfriend to girlfriend or even one friend to another, says Fahima. These sellers also have some of the sweetest stories that serves as a validation for their venture. Sharing one such experience, Sowjiknr says, A customer called us at 11.50 pm while we were wrapping up for the day requesting a last-minute bouquet to surprise his girlfriend. He purchased the bouquet, went straight to his girlfriend and proposed to her right in front of our house. It was such a beautiful moment. While they are playing a major role in several lives, social media has enhanced theirs. We didnt ask influencers to promote us; the support came organically, which means so much, Sowjiknr says. Floro Kadhai too relies heavily on Instagram: We conduct polls to decide our pop-up location every weekend to meet customer requests, says Fahima. With their cycles and stories, the new-gen vendors are giving old-school vibes with a youthful twist.
The intoxication of creativity
Life is a delicate balance. Work and play, family and friends, south and north, potholes and traffic, biryani and diet plan. What a task indeed, to navigate through them all! For a certain lot, the balance between brilliance and madness is a thin line. Artists easily fall into this category. No surprises there, for the world has already created this stereotypical image of an artist hair ignored, thoughtlessly dressed, bearded (for portrayals are all male), and of course, with eyes bloodshot with intoxication the epitome of eccentricity. The typecast may be unfair, as most artists are as normal as any banker or engineer could be. Yet, it is also true that sometimes, artistic brilliance and its expression find their inspiration in the call of drugs. Today is the International Day against Drug Abuse, observed by the United Nations to achieve a world that is liberated from drug abuse. It is also the perfect time to talk about creative geniuses whose lives were cut short at the peak of their careers, when alcohol and substance abuse extinguished the fire that produced their haunting masterpieces. Drug use among artists is certainly nothing new. Ancient cultures like the Egyptian, Roman, and Greek civilisations consumed opium for artistic inspiration. During the 18th and 19th centuries, hallucinogens and alcoholic spirits such as absinthe started being paraded as a means to explore new perspectives in creativity. Vincent Van Gogh, known equally for his art as well as his tragic life, was known to drink absinthe in excess. When his mental health declined, his doctor also prescribed digitalis, which apparently was known to give a yellow tinge to ones vision. Perhaps that explains his yellow-hued masterpieces! In the early 20th century, drug use became popular among artists, with many famous names taking to it. Andy Warhol, the king of Pop Art, struggled with stress, and this was at the forefront of his drug abuse. His daily prescription for Obetrol became an addiction until he died at the age of 58. His partner in art, Jean-Michel Basquiat, with whom he shared one of the most endearing friendships in art history, died of a heroin overdose at the age of 27, after a long struggle with drug abuse. Who hasnt heard of Jackson Pollock and his drip technique? Dubbed one of the greatest American painters, Pollock was addicted to alcohol for most of his adult life. His behaviour was erratic, and he worked at a feverish pace, with his addiction slowly tightening its grip over his life and work. At the age of 44, he crashed his car while drinking under the influence of alcohol, killing himself and one of his two female passengers. Renowned artist Mark Rothko was also known to have relied on drugs like Sinequan and Valium to cope with his growing depression. These tragic narratives must serve as stark reminders of lives that would have given the world much more if they were not lost so soon in the labyrinth of addiction. Any path of discovery is treacherous and has to be guided by mindfulness. Drugs can only distort creativity and destroy the creator.
Laws of expression or silence?
The Government of Karnataka has proposed a Misinformation and Fake News (Prohibition) Act, which will crack down on digital content, making punishable by law, posts that are deemed offensive. What constitutes offense is a varied and possibly contradictory mix: anti-feminist, disrespectful of Sanatan symbols, obscene, promotes superstition and abusive are among the phrases listed in coverage of the proposed Act, which has been in the works for two years. Should it be passed, those found guilty will face jail terms of up to seven years and fines of up to `10 lakh. A major red flag in the proposed Karnataka Misinformation and Fake News (Prohibition) Act is the inclusion of the term anti-feminist. What does misogyny really mean in the context of protecting organised religion? The possibilities for interpretation are very broad. Would, say, an action like a public figure choosing to wear Western attire to her own wedding be deliberately read as an insult to womanly values as per the establishment? Similar to how decolonising has been widely appropriated by right-wing Indians, misused as a concept to bring back extremely regressive and discriminatory worldviews, feminism too is being forced into the fold in myriad ways. Symbolism is key: it is done, for example, through the valorisation of women who are deemed ideal through certain socio-cultural parameters, who have a strong nationalist bent. The day is not far away when those who do not toe this line will be considered anti-feminist, with feminism itself having been largely co-opted. Even without the inclusion of the term anti-feminist, however, any such law can be and historically has been used to suppress freedom of expression, critical thinking and dissent. While this Act indicates that opinions, parody and the like are excluded from its purview, in application, the potential for overreach is vast due to vague terminology. The Internet Freedom Foundation, an Indian non-profit, has publicly requested that the Karnataka government reconsider it in this light. Digital misinformation is a huge problem in India, but the introduction of curbs like these are in themselves a distortion of why this problem took root in the first place. The notorious IT cells of political parties, with their infiltration both of social media platforms and of daily life through WhatsApp forwards and such, are where any eradication of offensive and inaccurate information must begin. Instead, an Act like this appears primarily designed to target individual citizens and alternate or agnostic press platforms. It will be used against people whose stated sentiments oppose the sentiments of the state. It will also be used by ordinary citizens with ideological proximity to power in order to oppress people who do not have the same. Laws that prohibit freedom of expression are draconian, especially considering that freedom of expression is inadequately protected to begin with. India has an abysmal ranking on the World Press Freedom Index (159 out of 190 countries as of 2024). Targeting digital misinformation must necessarily go hand-in-hand with institutional and civic support for an unmuzzled media, with a more diverse range of platforms, and for creating more democratic and less violent online portals. Otherwise, such Acts will do little but stifle opposition.
A quiet oasis in Egmore, Mayor Sundar Rao Park could do with better maintenance
Nestled between the Cooum River and Rukmani Lakshmipathi Road, the park is a long, narrow stretch that doesnt seem like a park at first glance
Amrit Bharat Express rake remains unused for 4 months
All districts to get futsal turfs, box cricket soon
Tamil actor Krishna denies drug use after Srikanths arrest
Tamil actor Krishna has been summoned and questioned by the Chennai police in connection with an ongoing drug abuse investigation, days after the arrest of actor Srikanth on June 23. The inquiry is part of a broader probe to determine whether more names from the Tamil film industry are involved in the cocaine case.
CM urges Centre to roll back fare hike; passengers flag concerns
Cloudy weather brings warm days and warmer nights as rain returns to west Tamil Nadu districts
Ultra luxury homes reshape Chennai skyline as demand rises for larger high end residences
City police question actor Krishna on cocaine use and link with drug cartel
Association registers objection to dialysis services in PHCs on PPP model
Construction of Chennais first cable-stayed bridge to begin soon
Leg-spin bowling is becoming extinct: V V Kumar
Cop shifted after 3 youths with coloured hair are tonsured
Work on Khader Nawaz Khan pedestrian plaza gathers pace
Drownings continue in cauvery river as warnings go unheeded and safety measures fall short
Rusted swings welcome kids in S Chennai parks
Hundreds of goldsmiths in tamil nadu leave traditional craft due to high prices and low demand
No safe passage for pedestrians on Korukkupet Bridge
Info boards a must at all real estate projects: TNRERA
Hosp launches cancer support group for survivors to build community
No infra, staff for empty bottle buyback scheme: Tasmac union
Violation of service rule not cheating, says HC
We will miss a sister, not a collector
Women law students protest against poor amenities at hostel
The concerns were raised after the university decided to shift students to a different hostel campus
Karnataka increases water release rate; Mettur dam set to reach full capacity
Another Actor, Krishna, Detained By Chennai Police In Cocaine Case
In a dramatic escalation of the high-profile cocaine case that has rocked Tamil Nadu's film industry, the Chennai police has detained actor Krishna for questioning.
Ethiraj College offers free admission to transgender student
In an apparent first among womens colleges, a private institution in Chennai has opened its gates for a student of the transgender community.
Why I lift: How more Indian women are taking up strength training
Once the domain of muscle bros, gyms are changing as women of all ages take over the barbells, lifting heavy weights, focusing on protein intake, and working on their pullups
Rene Joshilda, a robotics engineer, has been arrested for allegedly orchestrating a bizarre revenge plot across 11 states after her romantic feelings were unreciprocated by a colleague. She used sophisticated methods to send hoax bomb threats to various locations and falsely claimed responsibility for a deadly plane crash, all in an attempt to frame the colleague.
Book on Marketing Mixology launched in Chennai on Wednesday
Western Ghats districts to see intense rainfall this week; RMC issues heavy rainfall alerts
Driver sleeping on pavement run over by truck near Vanagaram
New York-style pizza gets a home in Chennai at Za Pizza Cafe
The Chettinad Kottan basket takes centre stage at this Chennai exhibition
To mark 25 years of the M.Rm.Rm. Cultural Foundation, Fibre to Form: The Kottan Story tells the tale of the Chettinad palm leaf basket, tracing its transformation from a ritual object to a suave design product
T.N. CM Stalin raises concern over proposed railway fare hike, urges Centre to reconsider
Mr. Stalin, who left by train to Katpadi from Chennai Central on Wednesday morning to attend official functions in Vellore and Tirupattur districts, said on X that he had interacted with the public at the railway station
ISPL Announces Salman Khan-owned New Delhi Franchise Ahead Of Season 3
Indian Street Premier League: Fresh off a blockbuster Season 2 that smashed viewership records, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL)Indias tennis-ball T10 cricket league, has announced Bollywood superstar Salman Khan as the new team owner for its upcoming New Delhi franchise. Season 2 drew a record-breaking 28 million+ television viewers and marked a 47 per cent growth in TV viewership over its inaugural edition, cementing ISPLs place as Indias biggest sports and music carnival. Salman now joined ISPLs star-studded roster of celebrity team owners, which includes Amitabh Bachchan (Majhi Mumbai), Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan (Tiigers of Kolkata), Akshay Kumar (Srinagar Ke Veer), Suriya (Chennai Singams), Hrithik Roshan (Bangalore Strikers), and Ram Charan (Falcon Risers Hyderabad). The ISPL is backed by a powerful core committee comprising Bharat Ratna Sachin Tendulkar, Asian Cricket Council member & Cabinet Minister Ashish Shelar, Minal Amol Kale, and Suraj Samat. Sachin Tendulkar, core committee member, ISPL, said, The last two seasons of the ISPL received great support and love from fans and well-wishers from across the country. This definitely boosts the morale of the players who come from such diverse backgrounds, toiling hard to make the final cut. Going into a new season with the addition of a new team will bring in many new fans and supporters to enthuse the players even more. Cricket is a heartbeat that echoes through every street in India and when that energy reaches the stadium, leagues like ISPL are born. I have always been passionate about the game and Im thrilled to join ISPL as this unique league not only promotes grassroots cricket in India but also empowers talented players by providing them with a valuable platform. This is just the beginning as Season 3 unfolds, fans will get to know more about the team and build a deeper connection, Salman said. With the addition of a new team and talent trials being conducted across 101 cities, ISPL Season 3 is set to be an even grander spectacledelivering more action, more dreams realised, and more reasons for fans to cheer. Player registrations for Season 3 trials have already crossed 4.2 million. Ashish Shelar, core committee member, ISPL, added, Weve witnessed two phenomenal seasons, with record-breaking numbers across broadcast and digital platforms. It is truly encouraging to see growing support for our vision. The addition of superstar Salman Khan to the mix is the icing on the cake, as we gear up for an even bigger and better Season 3. Minal Amol Kale, core committee member, ISPL, added, ISPL's growing popularity is undeniable, with over 42 lakh registrations for season 3 & Salman Khans addition as team owner will undoubtedly take the league to new heights! Suraj Samat, League Commissioner and Core Committee Member, revealed that another team from Ahmedabad will be announced shortly, featuring another major celebrity as team owner. Minal Amol Kale, core committee member, ISPL, added, ISPL's growing popularity is undeniable, with over 42 lakh registrations for season 3 & Salman Khans addition as team owner will undoubtedly take the league to new heights! Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
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TheGreater Chennai Corporation has released an official notification for the recruitment of 05 Animal Birth Control Center Helpers posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official Greater Chennai Corporation website. The last date to submit the application form is 04-07-2025.
TheGreater Chennai Corporation has released an official notification for the recruitment of 46 Accountant, Lab Technician and More posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official Greater Chennai Corporation website. The last date to submit the application form is 09-07-2025.
CCUHM Specialists Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 56 Posts
TheChennai City Urban Health Mission (CCUHM) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 56 Specialists posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official CCUHM website. The last date to submit the application form is 09-07-2025.
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Ten Highest Winning Run-Chases In Test Cricket History
Ten Highest Winning Run-Chases In Test Cricket History-England completed the tenth highest fourth-innings run chase in Test history with a pursuit of 371 that sealed a five-wicket over India at Headingley on Tuesday. Below AFP Sport looks at the largest targets chased down in 148 years of Test cricket: 418 West Indies v Australia, St John's, 2003 After both teams made 240 in their first innings, Australia made 417 in their second innings and would have expected an attack featuring fast bowlers Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Brett Lee to finish the job. But hundreds from Ramnaresh Sarwan and Shivnarine Chanderpaul changed the game before an unbroken partnership of 46 between Omari Banks and Vasbert Drakes sealed a three-wicket win. 414 South Africa v Australia, Perth, 2008 Australia appeared to have put the game beyond South Africa's reach but Proteas captain Graeme Smith's hundred and a century from AB de Villiers helped guide the visitors to a dominant six-wicket success. 404 Australia v England, Headingley, 1948 Still one of the most famous Tests of them all, England captain Norman Yardley did not declare his side's second innings until the fifth morning. But Australia still scored 400 runs in under a day's play, with opener Arthur Morris making 182 and Don Bradman, widely regarded as cricket's greatest batsman, an unbeaten 173 that sealed a seven-wicket triumph. 403 India v West Indies, Port-of-Spain, 1976 Alvin Kallicharran's hundred built an imposing West Indian lead, but centuries from Sunil Gavaskar and Gundappa Viswanath took India to an eventual total of 406-4. The match proved a turning point as his spinners' failure persuaded West Indies captain Clive Lloyd to break with convention by building an attack around four fast bowlers -- a policy that helped his side dominate Test cricket for the next 15 years. 395 West Indies v Bangladesh, Chattogram, 2021 West Indies batsman Kyle Mayers enjoyed an astounding start to his Test career with an extraordinary 210 not out, putting on 216 with fellow debutant Nkrumah Bonner (86) to see the visitors to a three-wicket win. 388 Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Colombo, 2017 Asela Gunaratne made a match-winning 80 not out, putting on 121 with Niroshan Dickwella (80) in the home team's total of 391-6. 387 India v England, Chennai, 2008 Two hundreds from Andrew Strauss put England on top, but Virender Sehwag made a quickfire 83 before batting great Sachin Tendulkar (103 not out) and Yuvraj Singh (85 not out) took India to a four-wicket win. 378 England v India, Edgbaston, 2022 Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow hit hundreds as England romped home by seven wickets in a series finale postponed from 2021 because of coronavirus concerns within the India camp. 377 Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Pallekelle, 2015 Pakistan were in dire straits at 13-2 early in their chase but hundreds from Shan Masood and Younis Khan turned the tide before Misbah-ul-Haq's match-winning 59 saw them to 382-3. 371 England v India, Headingley 2025 Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score India made 471 after being sent in to bat by England captain Ben Stokes but the hosts were only six runs adrift on first innings. England then dismissed India for 364 and opener Ben Duckett's superb 149 the cornerstone of a chase completed by Root and Jamie Smith. This was only the third Test with more than 350 runs in all four innings, after Ashes clashes at Adelaide in 1921 and Headingley in 1948.
Former India captain MS Dhoni, who retired from international cricket in 2020, is currently enjoying his off-season after IPL 2025 has ended. The 43-year-old has retired from all formats of the game except for the IPL. He participated in the IPL 2025 season, but his Chennai Super Kings team finished in last place, in 10th position.
Row over Sivaji Ganesans bungalow ends with Ram Kumar making final settlement of 2.85 crore
Chief Justice K.R. Shriram and Justice Sunder Mohan dispose of an appeal filed by a finance firm after recording a joint compromise memo filed by both sides
MoRTH to frame IRC guidelines after adopting new-age machines for faster highway construction
NEW DELHI: After the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) decided to adopt Automated and Intelligent Machine-aided Construction (AIMC) for highway development to ensure timely project completion, it announced that Indian Roads Congress (IRC) guidelines will be prepared based on feedback from contractors and concessionaires. The ministry has already sanctioned atleast 16 projects, where innovative machines will be used. According to the officials, Cabinet approval is awaited for 10 projects envisaged for implementation of AIMC system. With a significant growth in the national highways network including a significant increase in Greenfield and Brownfield highways with high embankments requiring a significant amount of earthwork and proper compaction in the last one decade, it has been felt appropriate to induct AIMC in highway construction, said officials. The decision to formally adopt the system was taken after evaluation of efficacy in a pilot; Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway Project, where in GPS-aided Motor Grader, Intelligent Compactor and Stringless Paver were used. The ministry also took into consideration the feedback from stakeholders and international guidelines and specifications. The ministry has also sought feedback on adoption of AIMC to formulate IRC guidelines, added officials. Officials added that the ministry would facilitate the concessionaire or contractor with the required license for the radio frequency range from the Department of Telecommunication (DoT) for the use of machines. The list of projects, which are already sanctioned, includes Western Bypass Gwalior (29 kms), 6-lane Greenfield Ludhiana Bypass (25 kms), Deoghar Bypass (49 kms), Shillong-Silchar Corridor (167 kms), Vrindavan Bypass (15 kms) and Patna-Arrah-Sasaram (125 kms) in Bihar. The projects which have been submitted for the Cabinet approval are Satellite Township Ring Road of Bengaluru (STRR) Karnataka (144 kms), BadveI Nellore Corridor (108 kms) in Andhra Pradesh, 4-lane access controlled Sirhind-Sehna section of NH-205AG (107 kms) in Punjab, and Nashik-Ahmednagar- Solapur-Akkalkot segment of the Surat-Chennai Expressway (374 kms). The ministry, in December, sought feedback from roads construction agencies, public work departments in states and union territories and other stakeholders on the proposal for adoption of the construction facilitated by innovatory. The benefits of AIMC are expected high adherence to design specification, improved rideability, performance durability and longevity and reduced wastage as well. The technology-driven construction also increases productivity, helps in real-time documentation, brings better transparency and minimises human interventions.
Tambaram Corporation to prepare DPR to extend UGD coverage
CHENNAI: At the council meeting on Tuesday, Tambaram Corporation commissioner S Balachander announced that a fresh detailed project report (DPR) would be drawn up to extend UGD coverage. This was in response to complaints that deposits for underground drainage (UGD) connections were collected from residents in areas not covered in the existing scope of the project. He added that any deposits collected in areas where UGD work has not started will be refunded. The commissioner also said that ward-wise coordination teams will be formed to address civic issues after councillors complained that there was a lack of coordination when carrying out large scale projects like underground drainage which cuts across multiple wards simultaneously. He added that administrative sanction has been granted for stormwater drain works worth Rs 20 crore ahead of the North East monsoon this year. He informed the council that road development projects amounting to Rs 156 crore would commence shortly. Roads reflect the image of a city. Councillors must cooperate to ensure these projects are completed with quality, he said. Responding to concerns on irregular waste management, Balachander said `32 crore had been earmarked for establishing a solid waste management centre, with construction expected to begin soon. The ordinary and urgent meetings of the corporation were held on Tuesday, chaired by Mayor Vasanthakumari Kamalakannan and the commissioner at the ordinary meeting, the council approved a resolution to name the community hall in ward 31 after Dr BR Ambedkar. Councillors voiced complaints regarding irregular garbage collection and delay in desilting of sewage canals, leading to frequent sewage overflow. They also pointed out the slow progress and lack of UGD facilities in several areas. CPM councillor G Vijayalakshmi urged the civic body to provide bus facilities for students relocated from the Adyar riverbank in Anakaputhur to Keeraipakkam and nearby areas, who are studying in Pallavaram and Anakaputhur schools. The commissioner assured that the issue would be addressed. Midway through the meeting, AIADMK councillors led by floor leader G Shankar staged a walkout, alleging biased fund allocation and neglect of developmental works in their wards.
Greater Chennai Corporation to restore 41 ponds at Rs 119 crore
CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) is set to rejuvenate 41 ponds in the North Chennai zones of Thiruvottiyur, Manali, Madhavaram, and Tondiarpet at Rs 119.12 crore. The restoration works will include desilting, deepening, strengthening of bunds, and construction of retaining walls. The Manali zone will see the largest share of the work, with 28 ponds set for rejuvenation at Rs 58.43 crore. In Thiruvottiyur, four ponds will be restored at a cost of Rs 28.9 crore. Madhavaram zone also will see Rs 11-crore restoration of four ponds. In Tondiarpet, Rs 20.97 crore has been allocated for five projects. Moreover, five pond restoration projects worth Rs 25.25 crore are in progress using GCCs capital fund. Four new ponds have been created in Guindy, with a storage capacity of 2.28 lakh cubic metres to reduce flooding.
Cop assaults three women at police station, suspended in Chennai
CHENNAI: A video clip of a police head constable from Tiruvallur district assaulting and yelling at three women, including a pregnant lady, who had come to follow-up on a complaint of sexual harassment attracted strong criticism from the opposition parties on Tuesday. The Tiruvallur SP has suspended head constable Raman and ordered disciplinary proceedings against him. The video of the incident, which occurred on Monday morning, received condemnations from TN BJP president Nainar Nagentthran, and also from AIADMK and PMK. According to police sources, the complainant had come to the Kanakamma Chathiram police station to follow up on a complaint she had filed against a man who reportedly sent her vulgar messages. She wanted to brief the police about the man allegedly threatening her friends, one of whom was pregnant, who had accompanied her when she went to confront him at his home. When she and her two women friends went to the police station to brief the cops about this, head constable Raman allegedly sided with the man they had accused. The alleged assault was caught on camera. Police sources said that a probe into the complaint filed by the woman is under way. Attack on pregnant lady condemned The video of the incident, which occurred on Monday morning, received condemnations from TN BJP president Nainar Nagentthran, and also from AIADMK and PMK
CBI books Chennai firm for cheating bank in Rs 7 crore fraud
CHENNAI: The CBI has registered a case against a Chennai-based company trading in coconut products for cheating Bank of Baroda of Rs 7.55 crore with regard to a loan given to them in 2021. The case was registered on June 17 after getting necessary permissions from the state government as Tamil Nadu had withdrawn general consent to the central agency in 2023. The CBI said it received a complaint from the banks Chennai regional head that a partnership firm Monica Co Products, established in 2020 by K Pavalabalan and G Palanivel, had taken a loan of Rs 7.6 crore from the bank in September 2021. The firm had mortgaged 23 vacant plots in Adhanoor and Orathoor village as collateral for the loan. However, a preventive vigilance audit in December 2022 and zonal inter departmental audit in July 2023 found the firm had submitted fabricated title deeds and layout plans of all the properties in collusion with Malaivel Sugumaran, a panelled valuer, and C Ramesh, an empanelled advocate. The loan soon turned a non-performing asset in August 2023 due to non-payment of interest. This is when the bank conducted an investigation and declared the account as fraud after a forensic audit, and reported it to the RBI on November 7, 2023. Based on this, CBI registered an FIR under various sections of corruption, fraud, cheating and forgery against Pavalabalan, K Radha, Monica Co Products, Malaivel Sugumaran, C Ramesh and unknown civil servants.
Beyond call of duty: SI prevents 27-year-old from killing herself in Chennai
CHENNAI: A woman sub-inspector went beyond the call of duty to rescue a 27-year-old woman who was threatening to jump from the fourth floor of an apartment in T Nagar on Monday. Sources in the Greater Chennai Police said SI Meera Jayaram from the Pondy Bazaar police station rushed to the spot after getting information of a woman trying to jump from the apartment. After getting to the spot, she got the mobile number of the woman, spoke to her in a calm manner and won her over. Police sources said that the situation was tricky as she had harmed herself and was on the verge of fainting. After winning her trust, the cop managed to get into her room, calmed her down with a warm embrace and then pulled her back inside the room. She was later treated at a hospital and is now safe. Meanwhile, Meeras act has won her appreciation from GCP officials, sources said. (Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available on the States health helpline 104, TeleMANAS 14416, and Snehas suicide prevention helpline - 044 - 24640050)
In Tirupur, a Hindu Munnani official was brutally murdered by unknown assailants early Wednesday morning, prompting a police investigation. Tirupur City Police have established three special teams to locate the perpetrators, examining CCTV footage and questioning local suspects. Authorities have registered a murder case and are actively pursuing further investigation to uncover the details of the crime.
Tamil Nadu shocker: Hindu Munnani worker hacked to death in Tirupur; police form 3 teams to trace attackers Times of India
TN govt creates freshwater ponds to revive mangroves in polluted Ennore estuary
TN govt creates freshwater ponds to revive mangroves in polluted Ennore estuary Chennai: In a determined effort to restore the fragile ecosystem of the Ennore estuary, the Tamil Nadu Forest Department has dug a dozen freshwater ponds across 230 hectares to support the regeneration of mangroves, amid persistent pollution from industrial effluents and thermal power [] The post TN govt creates freshwater ponds to revive mangroves in polluted Ennore estuary appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Venkatamangalam residents in TN oppose revival of waste to energy plant
Venkatamangalam residents in TN oppose revival of waste to energy plant Chennai: The residents of Venkatamangalam in Tamil Nadus Chengalpattu district are preparing to launch a fresh protest against the proposed revival of a defunct Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plant in their locality, which had earlier been shut down seven years ago following strong public opposition due [] The post Venkatamangalam residents in TN oppose revival of waste to energy plant appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Gold price was trading at Rs 97,230 per 10 grams, slightly lower than its all time high of Rs 1,00,480 per 10 grams, as per the India Bullion Association.
Tamil Nadu InFocus | When a prisoner was made to run like a horse
In his autobiography Ungalil Oruvan, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin described the Madras Central Prison during the Emergency as a torture camp that echoed with wails
The death of Chittibabu, who formed a human shield to protect Stalin in jail
Chittibabu, who was imprisoned in the Madras Central Prison during Emergency, died of injuries from a brutal lathi assault after shielding a young M.K. Stalin inside a prison cell
Tamil Nadu InFocus | Locked up with seven inmates, Stalin was beaten, harassed, and fed kali
During Emergency, the then 23-year-old M.K. Stalin spent several months imprisoned in the Madras Central Prison. Later, deposing before the Justice M.M. Ismail Commission, he recounted the brutal treatment meted out to him and the other inmates by the jailers
Chennai weather: Comfortable sunny day with low humidity, no rain expected
Chennai awakens to a pleasant Wednesday with sunny skies, comfortable temperatures peaking at 34.2C, and low humidity, perfect for outdoor activities. While today remains ideal, the city anticipates a gradual rise in mercury through the week. Temperatures are set to climb significantly, reaching a scorching 37.9C by Sunday, signaling the onset of peak summer. Residents should prepare for increasing heat.
Tamil Nadu has made its mark as a hub for producing chess greats as young as 14 years old. But now in cue sports too, children, who are barely into their teens, are grandly displaying their talent. A few days back, 14-year-old Rahul Williams (CDBSA) from Coimbatore outsmarted seasoned player Freddy (MRC) by 4-1 in the best-of-7 final of the Chandrasekar and S Magesh Memorial Non-Ranking Snooker Championship held at Chennai. Rahul, a class 8 student of Elango Metric school, Coimbatore, was inspired by his father and coach Jehan Wills, to take up the sport. Jehan is a former junior Kerala state player who won the state junior championship for two consecutive years. He has also been Tamil Nadu No. 3 in the state rankings. So it was natural for Rahul to lean towards snooker. Rahul started his snooker career at the age of 10 in 2022. In 2023, he participated in the state ranking, achieved fourth position, and participated in nationals. In 2024, he won a gold medal in Tamil Nadu state junior snooker and in billiards, got a silver. He also excelled in the sub-juniors bagging silver in billiards and snooker, said Jehan. In the same year, he participated in the national snooker championship and secured 5th position. Rahul was selected to represent India for the Under-21 & 17 World Snooker Championship held at Bangalore, and he was in the top six of the world U21 championship, additionally, he is the only player to reach the top eight at the age of 13. In the last two years, Rahul has been promising, and this has prompted Jehan to allow the youngster to pursue cue sports as a career. Rahul won the state junior title in 2024. The passion he had towards the game made me decide to make him a professional player and compete in the world events, said Jehan. Rahul aims to become a professional player in the international circuit and draws inspiration from current world champion Xhao Xingtong. He has also beaten several high-ranking players. Playing against S Chang from Hong Kong in the U-21 World Championship 2024 event was a tough one. But Rahul managed to take the final frame and win the match, said Jehan. He is mentally strong, not intimidated by seniors, and can improve with every tournament. In 2025, he upset the senior-most player and former state No. 2 Loganathan at an All India Open tournament held at Chennai. One of his best performances was when he made an 83 break against Vijaya Shankar at the Towers Club All India Open tournament. Then, he made a shirt foul and wasnt able to continue the break. In non-medalist tournaments, he played against a lot of senior players, learned a lot, and handled the pressure in a good manner, pointed out Jehan. Rahul is currently a snooker player focussing on events pertaining to the game. He is also practicing billiards, and Jehan is confident that with more exposure and experience, Rahul could be a better billiards player too.
James Beard Award winner's local flavours get global reception
James Beard Award for The Best Chef in New York! For Vijay Kumar, whose roots and heart lie in the land of his hometown Natham, in Dindigul district, and the green expanse of the paddy fields of his grandparents place, Arukkampatti, a village in Madurai district, the win feels beyond incredible. Its an honour to the food he grew up eating, a tribute to his grandmothers hyperlocal dishes, his mothers kitchen tips and hacks; an award to his identity, to his unapologetic cooking. Wearing a powder blue coloured kurta and a veshti , the executive chef of Semma speaks at the 2025 James Beard Awards, as excitement gushes through his nerves. I come from a small farming village in Tamil Nadu, which is in the Southern part of India, where food was a way to care for each other, it was a celebration, it was survival; and I never imagined the journey would lead me till here, to this stage receiving incredible honour, he says. The restaurant, Semma, which took form in 2021, in Greenwich, New York, was built with a tinge of his childhood, a blob of his food culture, where the ingredients his grandmothers recipes, the freshly ground spices are served like an unforgettable fragment of his life. Receiving the 2025 James Beard Award is equally a win for the Indians, on many layers. His profound words tower over the food politics, cutting through the differences based on plates and palettes, as at the ceremony, he says, There is nothing called a poor persons food or rich persons food. Its food. Its powerful, and the real luxury is to be able to connect with each other around the dinner table. Tonight, the Indian cuisine stands tall, The Tamil food stands tall, my own food stands tall Despite standing on the peak of his culinary voyage, he would never want to erase his humble upbringing. When I started cooking, I never thought a dark-skinned boy from Tamil Nadu could make it to a room like this, his words echo at the award ceremony. The 25 years of his life in the culinary field were always about staying true to his ethics, uncompromised, and unapologetic. His vacations, outings with grandparents, the fishing and hunting sessions, relishing grandmothers food wrapped in banana leaves, were probably where he drew food ideas from, teaching him to retain the raw flavours of nature and resist sophistication. Among the smoky flavours of the beloved Mulaikattiya Thaniya , flavoursome Dindigul Biryani, the crispy Nathai Pirattai , and many other interesting blends served on banana leaves, he mentions the customers favourites, his signature dishes Gunpowder Dosa and Paniyaram . At Semma, Vijay says, they are not trying to dilute the taste by adjusting the taste according to Westerners. We cook our food just like how we cook back home. And New York, really appreciates the fact that we are true to ourselves. Looks like the whole of America has guaranteed to accept that, he tells CE. Vijay, who earned his first Michelin star in 2022 for Semma, making it the only Indian restaurant in the United States with that honour, and previously for a restaurant called Rasa, in San Fracisco Bay Area, sums up his journey of recognition: Three years ago, we were number 12; in 2024, we were number seven, and then number one in 2025; thats shocking, thats insane, he shares. This year has been rewarding for the chef named No.1 restaurant in New York list by The New York Times , and the James Beard. An elated Vijay shares, This is the first time ever that an Indian restaurant topped it up in The New York Times list; and (an Indian) who won the James Beard in American history. This was the first nomination, and we won the first time itself. Once judged for what was on his plate, this globally known chefs recipes are challenging those encountered perceptions on social status, caste, class, and religion. He proudly says, Its the same food that Im cooking in Manhattan, which is one of the culinary capitals of the world, and people are loving it. While he wanted to chase his dreams, he was ashamed to disclose to his peers about choosing the less-traveled path. But today, Vijay is constantly breaking stereotypes. Alluding to his school days, he shares, All my parents wanted was to give me a better education. They tried hard to pay my fees. He says it was hard to explain to them what this award was about. His mother came to know about it because his neighbours were talking about it. She was so emotional that she started crying, he says. Vijay believes that this was the answer to why he had gone so far chasing his passion, carrying the teachings of his mother and grandmother from the kitchen.
Clone of Kooks: Connected by stories beyond borders
In a world created by Krishnakumar Balasubramanian (KK), an emergency has arisen. The fate of the world is hidden in a secret recipe. Hence, five cooks, with their bright red clown noses, spatulas, flying pans and magical flavours with a pinch of music set out to save the world. This imaginative world will unfold in front of a live audience at the 14th edition of The Little Festival, to be held in the city. This action comedy theatre show, Kooks (Sunny Side Up) by The Little Theatre, will be the Indian representation at the international festival. The play highlights how social medias hyper connectivity is resulting in more separation, isolation and loneliness. KK, artistic director at The Little Theatre and the creator of Kooks , shares, We wanted to create a play on how we sail through these conflicts effectively. We realised nothing brings people together as much as food and cooking. All cultures have food as a central element of bringing people together, and somehow we were able to relate to grandmothers, cooking and families and friends coming together, and thats how the idea of Kooks was born. The play is about to raise its curtain for the fourth time. After three productions, every year, a different director and new cast members are given the opportunity to explore this world filled with clowns. Every adult has a child in them and art has the ability to reawaken and speak to that child, which is why we started exploring the idea of clowning with this production because we wanted to break across cultures, genders, age groups, says KK. The new cast and crew change the play in a certain way. When you are building a clown production, each actor brings a whole different flavour and a different personality. It is not a character but a clown persona thats built by the individual actor, opines KK. The story becomes a little fresher because its a new approach to a new persona, he adds. This year, Kooks is directed by Praveen Gunasekaran. KK says, He has brought in a lot of his flavour to the play and we are excited to be able to nurture his talent and see what the production looks like under his leadership. Because Aysha Rau, managing trustee of The Little Theatre, Chennai, believes, Art, predominantly, should be entertaining for a child more than a learning. But in this play, there is a subtle meaning. There is a loose thought that we need to work together, be a better team player, to get a good end result. On the international front is South Korean theatre, Super Tortoise Super Rabbit , a sequel to Aesops well-known fable, The Tortoise and the Rabbit . This play reflects on the question: How do I find the real me? Selected by Rathi Jafer, director of Inko Centre, this show delivers an important message to Let the tortoise be a tortoise, the rabbit a rabbit and let us cherish both their attributes as two sides of a coin, defining the glorious journey of life. Aysha says, Through this international festival, we create a connection between the child and other countries, to understand the richness of different cultures from different parts of the world and that at the end of the day all the art speak the same language. Focussing on the thought, a panel discussion at the festival is on the topic, Art in Conflict. Aysha says, I do feel very strongly that the only way of creating more peace and understanding between countries is through the arts. And with the wars going on, I dont know if we are around the brink of World War III. I hope not. We need to address those issues. This session is conducted in collaboration with Alliance Franaise. Additionally, there are acting workshops scheduled in the festival. We believe that the entire family will come in and immerse in the joy of theatre, concludes KK. The Little Festival is happening from July 6-11 at The Museum Theatre, Egmore. For tickets, visit: thelittletheatre.explara.com
Twins to Chennais Munro statue
The statue of Thomas Munro in Chennai was one of three equestrian statues of sculptor Francis Chantrey
Toll soon on Karnataka stretch of Bengaluru-Chennai expressway
Each passing train brings N Chennai traffic to halt
Vax shortage, closure of PHCs at noon leave city at risk of rabies
New Health Sub Centres to come up with no new staff posts, basic infrastructure
The State government, while giving administrative nod for establishing the HSCs (617 in rural and 25 in urban), has stated that creation of new posts will not be sanctioned and ANMs have to be redeployed to the HSCs as the posts of VHNs and ANMs carries identical scale of pay and are interchangeable
Animal sacrifice, name of hill: Judges deliver split verdict in Thiruparankundram case
While Justice J Nisha Banu permitted animal sacrifice in front of Sikandar Dargah atop the Thiruparankundram hills, Justice S Srimathy banned it saying such a religious practice at the site since time immemorial has no proof.
Conduct regular inspections and improve pass rate of district, Minister directs education officials
Police constable assaults three women inside police station in Tiruvallur; gets suspended
Senior citizen killed after an iron gate falls on him in Tiruvottiyur
New award launched honouring Chennai-based psychiatrist
Hospital launches project to provide free spinal surgeries for children
Pubs & bars come under surveillance
Suburban trains get 12-car upgrade, space for 4 lakh commuters more
Dozen ponds dug up to boost mangrove growth at Ennore
SI rescues woman about to leap off fourth floor
GCC, Traffic Police to implement one way traffic arrangements to ease congestion near schools
SHRC orders 50K relief for woman harassed by police
Fake job agents lure rural tamil nadu youth overseas despite police crackdowns
Cocaine case: City Police seek custody of actor Srikanth for three days
