Samantha Returns from Coimbatore Trip, Flaunts Natural Glow In No-Filter Selfie; See Here
Samantha Ruth Prabhu, after a refreshing trip to the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore, has shared a stunning no-filter selfie that highlights her natural charm.
Yuva Kabaddi Series: Vasco Vipers beat Himalayan Tahrs to win Division 3, qualify for Grand Finale
Yuva Kabaddi Series: Vasco Vipers beat Himalayan Tahrs to win Division 3, qualify for Grand Finale Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu): Vasco Vipers defeated the undefeated Himalayan Tahrs in a nail-biting final of the 11th edition of the Yuva Kabaddi Series and became the first team to qualify for the Grand Finale as Division 3 stage of [] The post Yuva Kabaddi Series: Vasco Vipers beat Himalayan Tahrs to win Division 3, qualify for Grand Finale appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
No special classes during half-yearly exam break instructs TN School Education Department
COIMBATORE: The School Education Department has instructed all the Chief Educational Officers through an online meeting on Saturday to refrain from conducting special classes during the half-yearly exam break which will be starting from December 23. The department took this decision based on a petition filed by the Tamil Nadu Post Graduate Teacher Association requesting the School Education Department to ask headmasters not to force them from conducting special classes for students during their vacations. Mohamed Kaja Muhaideen, Tamil Nadu Post Graduate Teacher Association district president told TNIE, According to the School Education Departments standing order, schools should not conduct special classes for students during vacations. However, some headmasters, who are also vocational staff, are required to come to school and perform their daily routine work, considering this situation, some headmasters pressurise teachers to conduct special classes. Furthermore, some private schools are also conducting classes, which is a violation of the standing order. To prevent this, we filed a complaint with the school education department to ensure leaves are provided. C Kalaivani, a postgraduate teacher told TNIE that most of the schools have completed all the portions for students studying in Classes 10, 11, and 12. If we give a break for students, they will come back refreshed and then they will be ready to attend their revision tests and prepare for their board exams, she added. Sources said that half-yearly leaves begin on December 23 and schools will reopen on January 2. When asked about it, S Kannappan, School Education Director told TNIE that he has instructed all the Chief Educational Officers to make sure that schools do not conduct special classes during the half-yearly leave.
Odisha girl clears Tamil Talent Exam, scores 91/100
COIMBATORE: A 16-year-old girl from Ganjam district in Odisha -- presently a Class 11 student at Government Higher Secondary School in Velliyangadu -- has successfully cleared the Tamil Talent Search Examination (TTSE), securing 91 out of 100 marks. Under the Tamil Nadu School Education Department, the TTSE is conducted annually to encourage students who excel in Tamil language. The student, K Jansi Rani, will receive a monthly scholarship of Rs 1,500 till she completes Class 12. Since childhood, my sister and I have been interested in learning Tamil, said Jansi, who was born here and whose family has been living at Vijayanagaram village in Karamadai block for 18 years. Tamil is a beautiful language. Besides learning it at school, we decided to start speaking in Tamil among ourselves. It helped us speak and write Tamil properly. Even now, my sister and I converse in Tamil, she said. Expressing gratitude to the Tamil teachers of her school for encouraging her to take up the examination, Jansi said they guided the students and conducted special classes twice a day. They utilised educational materials, such as Class 10 Tamil books and previous year question papers, she said. Besides TTSE, Jansi has previously cleared three more scholarship examinations -- National Means Cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMS), Tamil Nadu Rural Students Talent Search Examination (TRuST), and Tamil Nadu Chief Ministers Talent Search Examination (TNCMTSE). Its not an easy task, but she did it, said school headmaster S Socrateeskulasekaran.
Autopsy shows Mudumalai Tiger Reserve tigress died due to infection
COIMBATORE: A postmortem carried out on Saturday on a tigress aged 6-7 years revealed that it died due to an alleged parasitic infection at Theppakkadu forest range in MTR. The examination was carried out by veterinary assistant surgeons K Rajesh Kumar Theppakkadu and Indhuja of Masinagudi in the presence of field director R Kirubashankar and members of NGOs and was burnt as per the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA). Forest sources said the animal could have died four days ago and the animal's skin and nails etc are intact. There is no suspicion in its death, including poisoning, as there were no external injuries and the incident occurred within the forest. In our preliminary investigation, we have found that the big cat stomach had parasitic nodules in the digestive tract. We can ascertain the exact cause of death after lab results come in. Samples of the internal organs will be sent to the AIWC, Coimbatore, a forest department official said.
Tamil Nadu government wont press for Governor's removal, says Law Minister S Regupathy
PUDUKKOTTAI : The state government will not demand Governor RN Ravis removal as it might make him more determined to hold onto his position, Law Minister S Regupathy said on Saturday. Addressing the press here, the minister said, The governor cannot impose his preferences to place a UGC member in the selection committee for university vice-chancellors. The governor has reportedly stated that the governments decision will be overturned if taken to court when a UGC member is not present. We will present our arguments and defend our stance legally. If we demand the governors removal, he might become even more adamant in continuing in office. Hence, we will not press for his removal, the minister remarked. On BJP leader K Annamalai targeting the state government for allowing a large public turnout for the recent funeral of SA Basha, the convicted mastermind of the 1998 serial bomb blasts in Coimbatore, Regupathy said, The government cannot prevent people from attending his funeral. While responding to the recent murder of an advocate near court premises in Tirunelveli, the minister said, Murders and crimes cannot always be anticipated. What matters is how the government responds once a crime occurs.
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Tamil Nadu shares wish list with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at pre-budget meet
CHENNAI: Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu on Friday put forth the state governments wish list to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at a pre-budget meeting chaired by her at Jaisalmer in Rajasthan. He requested the GOI to include many new railway projects, reiterated the demand for relief assistance for Rs 6,675 crore for areas hit by Cyclone Fengal, funds for the Metro Rail project and Samagra Shiksha Abhiyaan. Underscoring the need for new railway lines in industrial areas to catalyse industrial development in the state, Thennarasu requested that the following railway projects in Tamil Nadu should be included in the upcoming budget: Fourth line between Tambaram and Chengalpattu; Tiruppattur Krishnagiri Hosur New line; Madurai Thoothukudi via Aruppukkottai (143.5 Kms); Minjur Tiruvallur Sriperumpudur Oragadam Singaperumalkoil Maduranthagam; semi-high speed railway corridor to connect Chennai Salem Coimbatore with extensions like Salem-Hosur Bengaluru and Coimbatore Ernakulam. Thennarasu also sought approvals for metro rail projects for Madurai and Coimbatore apart from Rs 10,000 crore for metro rail phase-2 in the current year and Rs 16,000 crore in the ensuing year. He also reiterated the states demand for disbursal of Rs 2,152 crore towards Samagra Shiksha Abhiyaan. Referring to the havoc played by Cyclone Fengal, the minister said, The funds under the State Disaster Response Fund are inadequate to meet the immediate relief and long-term restoration needs. So, the GOI should release Rs 6,675 crore under NDRF to meet the temporary and permanent relief and restoration requirements in the aftermath of Cyclone Fengal. He said an elevated road between Tambaram and Chengalpattu (NH-32) and from Chengalpattu to Tindivanam should be included in the budget.
No transparency in tender process, allege contractors of Tamil Nadu highways department
COIMBATORE: A section of contractors working for the state highways department has alleged that there is no transparency in issue of work orders and that officers were awarding projects without following tender norms. According to sources, on November 9, the highways department announced four projects including widening of Avinashi - Mettupalayam Road, Coimbatore - Siruvani Road and Avinashi - Palladam, Pollachi and Cochin Road. Contractors were told to submit bids online by December 11. The bids were scrutinised on December 12 and contracts were awarded. The Avinashi-Mettupalayam Road widening work was split into two tenders with Rs 19.82 crore and Rs 54.73 crore respectively. The Coimbatore-Siruvani road project was Rs 24.29 crore and Avinashi-Cochin road was Rs 34 crore. Contractors said though 13 companies had submitted bids, most of them were removed from the list as field inspection certificate was not issued by the Superintendent Engineer of Coimbatore Divisional Office. A contractor who did not want to be named said, As per the highways department recent norms, any contractor who wants to participate in tender process should obtain field inspection certificate report before competing for the tender. The field inspection certificate means, contractors should be given a certificate from the department stating they had visited the road for an analysis before making a quotation for the works. If it is not attached, the bid applications will not be taken for scrutiny. Another contractor, who was also rejected, said he attempted to get the certificate for the last one month but could not. Further, he alleged that in the last one year many projects were awarded after eliminating the number of bidders by not issuing the certificate. He said they have sent a complaint regarding it to the office of DVAC and the Chief Ministers Special Cell. TNIE tried to contact H Ramesh, Superintendent Engineer of Coimbatore Circle several times, but he did not give an appointment. Also, he did not respond to phone calls and text messages from TNIE. R Gnanamoorthi, Divisional Engineer, Coimbatore said he could not comment on the tender process but was ready to talk on the process of road works.
Sewage in flyover pit: National Highways & CCMC pass the buck
COIMBATORE: The National Highways (NH) wing of the State Highways Department has raised concerns over delay in removing sewage water from the pit dug for pillar construction, by the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation (CCMC). One of the UGD pipelines on Mettupalayam Road was broken during Saibaba Colony flyover works a few days ago and sewage water from the broken pipeline filled the pit. The highways department has been carrying out flyover works here for three months. The flyover spanning 975 metres in length and 16.61 metres width, is being constructed on Mettupalayam Road starting from Alagesan Road and ending at MTP Road Bus Terminus near Eru Company at an estimated cost of Rs 75 crore. While digging the road to lay foundation for a pillar, the highways department accidentally damaged an old UGD pipeline and sewage filled the pit. Foul odour emanates from the stagnant sewage. A highways department official told TNIE, Five days have passed since the incident. But, civic body officials are yet to remove water and fix the pipeline. Due to this, construction is delayed. If the flyovers completion is delayed, the public would blame us,but theyre not aware of such factors. We would have removed it ourselves using motor pumps, had it not been sewage. Sources in CCMC and highways department said that repair work is getting delayed due to a dispute between the two departments on funding it. While the highways department say they dont have provisions and funds for such repair works in the project estimate, the CCMC has said that those who broke the pipeline should be funding for repair. Speaking to TNIE, CCMC Commissioner M Sivaguru Prabakaran said, Ive been in talks with highways department officials and Im aware of the issue. They have damaged our property. Therefore, they need to shell out money and repair the pipeline. I shall speak with the highways departments senior officials to sort out the problem soon. A CCMC source said that around 300 metres of the pipeline from one chamber to another need to be replaced completely and the cost has been estimated at Rs 80 lakh. The CCMC is also ready to assign a contractor to carry out the work immediately if the highways department funds it.
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Glorifying Terror: BJP Protests Over 1998 Coimbatore Blast Convicts Funeral, Police Detain Annamalai
The state government permitting the funeral procession of banned Al-Umma founder SA Basha days ago with police protection came in for flak from Hindu outfits.
BJP stages protest against T.N. government in Coimbatore
Tamil Nadu: Police detains Annamalai amid protests over Coimbatore blast convict's funeral
BJP members and Hindu organizations protested in Coimbatore against the state government's handling of the funeral of S.A. Basha, a convict in the 1998 Coimbatore bombings. Police detained BJP state president K. Annamalai and other leaders for holding the unauthorized Black Day procession. Annamalai criticized the government for allegedly glorifying a terrorist responsible for 58 deaths.
TNSTC commissions 27 ultra low-floor buses in Coimbatore
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Madurai, Coimbatore metro rail projects expedited: CMRL Director
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Newly elected office-bearers of Yi Coimbatore Chapter
New fish market at Pullukadu in Coimbatore likely to open soon
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Coimbatore to host Bharatanatyam dance festival Lil Margazhi
The dance festival has been exclusively tailored for children, and will also feature a story-telling session
Coimbatore man pays Rs 80,000 alimony in Rs 1 and Rs 2 coins at court
A 37-year-old Coimbatore man attempted to pay Rs 80,000 of his court-ordered alimony using bundles of Rs 1 and Rs 2 coins. The court rejected the payment and instructed him to pay in notes. He complied the following day, settling the Rs 80,000, but still owes Rs 1.2 lakh in interim maintenance to his estranged wife.
Use of banana fibre in technical textiles to be encouraged in Coimbatore
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Two crore get medical scheme benefits, CM Stalin hands over medicine kit
COIMBATORE: Chief Minister M K Stalin on Thursday visited the house of Sundarambal (55) at Nanjanapuram village in Erode district and handed over a medicine kit to her to mark the milestone of the Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam scheme reaching two crore beneficiaries. The chief minister then visited the house of the next beneficiary, Vasantha (60), in the village, and handed another kit to her. Addressing reporters as part of the event, Health Minister Ma Subramanian said, The scheme was inaugurated by the chief minister at Samanapalli in Krishnagiri district on August 5, 2021. A total of 4,29,71,772 medicine kits have been distributed to beneficiaries. The beneficiaries include 1,00,01,363 with hypertension, 49,45,745 with diabetes, 44,28,972 people suffering from hypertension and diabetes, 5,40,822 people receiving supportive care services, 7,25,042 people receiving conventional treatment and 434 people receiving kidney treatment (dialysis). The total number of beneficiaries has crossed 2 crore. In Erode district, more than 7 lakh people have benefitted, the minister added. Chief Minister Stalin arrived at Coimbatore district around noon and travelled to Erode by road. He then met DMK office bearers in a private hall. Subsequently, the CM also visited weavers residences at Mettukkadai in Erode and inquired about the benefits of the free electricity being provided to handloom weavers. He will return to Chennai on Friday.
Coal bunker at Mettur thermal plant crashes, one dead, five rescued
COIMBATORE: A coal bunker at Mettur Thermal Power Plant in Salem collapsed on Thursday evening, burying a group of workers under more than 500 tonnes of debris and coal. After an hour-long operation, five workers were rescued alive, while one was found dead. Search operation is under way to locate others who may have been trapped inside. The bunker or storage container had 500 tonnes of coal load, sources said. Though these bunkers can handle a coal load of up to 625 tonnes, their load-handling capacity decreases with time and all these structures are nearly 30 years old, sources said. Superintendent of Police Gautam Goyal told TNIE Around seven to eight people were caught under the debris. Five of them were rescued alive. One worker P Venkatesh (50) of Mettur was found dead. The search operation is on to rescue others. The coal-fired plant comes under the control of Tangedco. It has four units and each unit produces 210 megawatts (MW) of electricity every day. Coal is crushed in the grinding mill on the ground floor and sent to a 52m high bunker through an 18m feeder. Each unit has five bunkers named from A to E. On Thursday, around 5 pm, when a group of workers were at the grinding mill, the third bunker (D) collapsed allegedly unable to hold the weight after it was loaded with around 500 tonnes of coal. The collapsing bunker damaged the feeder and fell on the grinding mill where the workers were working. Production was stopped immediately. Police and fire and rescue services teams rushed to the spot. Five workers, M Gowtham (20), A Thiruchendur Murugan (28), C Sreenivasan (44), C Srikanth (24) and P Manoj (27), were rescued and taken to Mettur Government Hospital in ambulances. Manoj was later referred to Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College Hospital in Salem. Personnel engaged in rescue operation at Mettur Thermal Power Plant on Wednesday
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Man brings 80K in coins to Coimbatore family court to pay as interim alimony
A Coimbatore call taxi driver paid part of his court-ordered alimony in coins. He brought bundles of one and two rupee coins to the additional family court. The judge asked him to pay in notes. He later complied and paid the 80,000 rupees in notes. He still owes 1.2 lakh rupees to his estranged wife.
Man brings Rs 80,000 in coins to court to pay as interim alimony
A Coimbatore resident paid 80,000 in 1 and 2 coins towards interim alimony ordered by the additional family court. The court directed him to pay the amount in notes. He complied the next day and was further directed to pay the remaining 1.2 lakh soon.
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J&K Athletes continue to shine at National Competitions
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India's job market projected to grow 9 pc in 2025 led by IT, retail, telecom, BFSI sectors: Report
India's job market is expected to boom in 2025. A 9% hiring growth is predicted. IT, retail, telecom, and BFSI sectors will lead this growth. Emerging technologies will create new job opportunities. Cities like Coimbatore and Jaipur are becoming hiring hotspots. The hiring growth builds on the momentum from 2024.
No IIT degree, no Hindi: CEO claims he faced bias in Bengaluru startup scene
Dhruv Suyamprakasam, CEO of iCliniq, discussed challenges faced after moving to Bengaluru, including investor biases for not being an IIT graduate or Hindi speaker. Speaking to Business Insider, he shared his roots in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, where his father, a first-generation entrepreneur, ran a thriving business.
India's job market projected to grow 9% in 2025
India's job market is expected to boom in 2025, with a projected 9% growth driven by IT, retail, telecom, and BFSI sectors. Emerging technologies and evolving business needs are shaping hiring trends, with Bengaluru and Coimbatore leading city-wise growth. November 2024 saw a 10% year-over-year hiring increase, indicating continued momentum.
On 17th December, the founder of the banned terrorist outfit Al-Umma, SA Basha, died at a private hospital while undergoing treatment. The 84-year-old Basha had been serving life imprisonment in the Coimbatore serial blasts case since February 1998. He was released on parole a few months ago by the Madras High Court due to ill Continue reading Not Mourning Death Of Tabla Master Zakir Hussain But Thousands Mourn Death Of Convicted Terrorist SA Basha Jihadi Who Orchestrated 1998 Coimbatore Blast, Killing 58 The post Not Mourning Death Of Tabla Master Zakir Hussain But Thousands Mourn Death Of Convicted Terrorist SA Basha Jihadi Who Orchestrated 1998 Coimbatore Blast, Killing 58 appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
Heavy rains cause widespread 'fruit splitting' in 600 acres of grape farms in Nilakottai
DINDIGUL: Heavy rains in the past few weeks have led to a widespread 'fruit splitting' phenomenon in the grape farms spanning 600 acres in the villages of Nilakottai. Revenue department sources said the grapes grown here are not only sold in Dindigul but also in other districts, including Madurai, Tiruchy, Coimbatore, and Chennai, and even other states. For the past few days, there has been continuous rain on Kodai Road and surrounding areas. Due to this, cracks started appearing on the grapes causing the fruit to rot. The growers removed the rotten grapes and discarded them in an attempt to protect the ones that managed to resist the cracking. K Thangapandi, a grape grower in Jamnadadurai Kottai Panchayat, told TNIE, My grape farm is spread over five acres. The Kodai road section in Nilakottai has an ideal climate for grape cultivation since it is windy and mountainous. However, due to heavy rains, our grapes absorbed more water and as a result, cracks began to appear on them. These cracks have spread over 50% of the fruits, and we were forced to discard the rotten ones. We have already spent over Rs 1 lakh on the cultivation. We are worried over this situation. An official from the Horticulture Department said the cracking of fruits is not a disease or disorder. Over absorption of water could be the reason for this. Besides, in some cases, micro-nutrient deficiency could also cause cracks. This will reduce over time as the rainfall recedes. We will also advise farmers to reduce the use of fertilisers to balance the growth of climbers, he said.
Coimbatore councillor wants Saibaba Colony flyover redesigned
COIMBATORE: The Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation (CCMC) councils opposition party AIADMK floor leader submitted a letter to the district collector and CCMC Commissioner, suggesting a revision in the Saibaba Colony flyovers design stating the current design will not reduce traffic congestion on Mettupalayam Road. He asked officials to consider extending the flyover on both sides. The first phase of the Rs 75 crore, 975 m flyover is almost complete. CCMCs ward 47 councillor and AIADMK floor leader R Prabhakaran told TNIE, At present, construction of the flyover from Murugan Mill to CTC Depot is underway on Mettupalayam Road. The stretch has around 15 crossroads. If the flyover is built as per the current plan, there is a possibility of severe traffic congestion in areas between Mettupalayam Road, Avinasilingam University and Sanganoor Road Junction. If it is extended from Avinashilingam University to Sanganoor Junction police checkpost to account for future traffic congestion, it will be beneficial. When inquired, a senior NH official told TNIE, We cannot extend or widen a bridge as per whims. Almost half the pillars have already been constructed on Mettupalayam Road. The flyover was designed by officials only after considering all aspects. Regarding concerns at Sanganoor junction, weve already planned on widening the current road into six lanes and constructing a roundabout to ease vehicle movement for Rs 22 crore. Therefore, revising or changing the flyovers design is impossible.
Assistant professors say Tamil classes cut for Naan Mudhalvan courses
COIMBATORE: A group of assistant professors submitted a petition to Higher Education Minister Govi Chezhian on Wednesday, alleging that only four hours are allotted for UG Tamil classes in Bharathiar University-affiliated colleges in a week instead of the stipulated six hours. The delegation called on the minister in the circuit house. An assistant professor working in the government arts and science college told TNIE that Bharathiar University introduced Tamil classes for second-year students of B.Sc Computer Science and B.Com this year in its affiliated colleges. As per the norm, six hours should be allocated in a week for Tamil. However, officers who hold key posts in the university allocated only four hours saying colleges have to conduct skill courses under Naan Mudhalvan scheme in the remaining two hours, he alleged. Another assistant professor K Suresh (name changed) said they have petitioned the university regarding this thrice, but no action was taken. Seeking a permanent solution, we petitioned the minister directly. He assured us that necessary steps would be taken, he said. When asked about it, a top officer from Bharathiar University said they would rectify this matter at the syndicate meeting that will be held on Friday.
Bharathiar University to conduct senate meeting on January 29
COIMBATORE: After a years gap, Bharathiar University (BU) has scheduled its 88th senate meeting on January 29, 2025. The university has called for questions and resolutions from members and the last date for withdrawal of questions and resolutions is December 23. The university also announced that the 87th senate meeting, which was postponed, will be held on that day. A senate member, T Veeramani told TNIE that conducting the meeting after a long gap indicated the administrations lethargy. He said as per norm senate meetings must be held in June and January in an academic year. He added that the meeting should be held from 10 am to 5 pm, as per norm, rather than half-day like in January. Members raised several issues including principals tenure in affiliated colleges and administrative deficiencies. Allegedly due to this, the June meeting was postponed. The higher education secretary directed the university to conduct the meeting. The syndicate meeting will be held in the university on Friday, sources said.
Perur temple consecration in February: Minister Sekar Babu
COIMBATORE: Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department Minister Sekar Babu on Wednesday said the government will conduct the consecration of the 2,000-year-old Patteeswara Swamy temple in Perur on February 10, 2025. He was speaking to reporters at Anamalai Masaniamman temple near Pollachi after handing over 28.9 kg of gold gifted to the temple by devotees to SBI officials to deposit under the gold bond scheme. Ahead of the consecration, 20 different projects including construction of the Annadhanam hall, cow shed and toilets are in progress at the cost of Rs 4.5 crore. Moreover, with assistance from donors, construction of the Tarpana Mandapam is also in progress, the minister said. Likewise, consecration will be organised for Maruthamalai Murugan temple on April 4. Development works to enhance facilities for devotees would be carried out in three phases and Rs 6.5 crore has been allocated in the first phase, he said. The minister further said that the interest amount from the deposited gold will be used for developing the temple. So far, a total of 442.107 kg of gold received from all temples, has been deposited in various branches of SBI under the gold bond scheme and we are getting interest amounting to Rs 5.79 crore. The 28.9 kg of gold was gifted by devotees during the consecration of Masaniamman temple on December 12. It was weighed before the presence of retired Supreme Court judge Duraisamy Raju. This gold will be taken to Mumbai for melting and converted into gold bars and deposited in SBI, he said.
Hornbill rescued near Madukkarai in Coimbatore, treated at recuperation centre
COIMBATORE: A male great hornbill (Buceros bicornis), believed to be ten years old, that was rescued after it was unable to fly, at Thaneerpandal near Madukkarai forest range on Monday evening, is receiving treatment at the Avian Recuperation Centre located at the Tamil Nadu Forest Academy (TNFA) campus in the city. The bird, which has been listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, was found in a roadside pit on Tuesday at 10 am as it was unable to fly. After passersby informed, forest staff attached to the Madukkarai forest range visited the spot and rescued the bird. It was given first aid and then taken to the recuperation centre where it is being treated by Coimbatore forest veterinarian A. Sukumar. The official said that the birds air sac (a specialised structure found in birds for respiration) was ruptured and it could have occurred due to an injury. Despite providing mixed fruits and figs, the bird is reluctant. We are giving antibiotics to heal the injury along with ORS solution to keep the bird hydrated, Sukumar said. The bird, which has been listed as vulnerable on the IUCN list since 2018, usually lives at a high altitude and it could have come from the reserve forest.
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REACH demonstrates model for care, support of migrant persons with TB
In a pilot intervention in four districts of Tamil Nadu Chennai, Coimbatore, Kancheepuram, and Vellore a total of 11,564 people with TB were screened, of whom 36.6% were identified as migrant persons. A comprehensive and customised package of care and support services were provided for them through this project
Coimbatore serial blast mastermind buried amid tight security
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J&K ARC felicitates gold medalists of 62nd National Roller Skating Championship
NEW DELHI, Dec 17: J&K Additional Resident Commissioner (ARC), New Delhi, Anil Sharma, today felicitated Ankush Kohli from Department of Hospitality & Protocol and Gagan Singh Jamwal from Department of Information and Public Relations for clinching gold medal in the 62nd National Roller Skating Championship held at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Complimenting the promising players for their 6th consecutive win in the National tourney, Anil Sharma termed the victory of Ankush and Gagan and their team as phenomenal. He extended wishes [] The post J&K ARC felicitates gold medalists of 62nd National Roller Skating Championship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Man arrested for growing ganja plant near Coimbatore
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Basha, Coimbatore serial blast mastermind, dies
COIMBATORE: S A Basha (84), the founder of banned militant outfit Al-Umma who was sentenced to life imprisonment in the 1998 Coimbatore bomb blast case, passed away due to age-related illnesses at PSG Hospitals in Coimbatore on Monday evening. Basha was the architect of the February 14, 1998, serial bomb blast that killed 58 people and left over 231 people injured in Coimbatore. One of the bombs went off just minutes before BJP leader LK Advani was to address an election meeting at RS Puram in the city. The investigation, initially handled by the Coimbatore police, was transferred to the CB-CIDs Special Investigation Division. Over time, 166 suspects, including Basha, were arrested. After a long trial, a special court convicted 158 people, and sentenced 43 of them to undergo life imprisonment. Several people appealed the sentence in the Madras HC. The court upheld the life sentence of 17 convicts, released two people who were juveniles at the time of the incident, and acquitted 22 others. Seventeen people appealed the ruling in the Supreme Court, but one died during the course of the hearing. Basha chose not to appeal his conviction. The chargesheet filed in 1999 accused Basha of plotting to assassinate Advani using a suicide squad. It also alleged that he arranged 650 kg of gelatin and other explosives from Mysore to make bombs and IEDs, which were used in the attacks. Basha was granted parole by the Madras High Court a few months ago, allowing him to spend time with his family. According to his family sources, his body will be taken in a funeral procession from South Ukkadam to the Hyder Ali Tippu Sultan Sunnath Jamaath Masjid at Flower Market on Tuesday evening. To maintain law and order during the procession, the Coimbatore city police have cancelled the leave of all personnel and instructed them to report for duty on Tuesday morning. Around 2,000 officers will be stationed along the procession route.
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SA Basha, Coimbatore serial blasts mastermind, dies
Basha, founder of Al-Umma, was undergoing treatment in PSG Hospitals. His son Siddiq Ali said his father died at 6.20pm.
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