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Dengue cases surge in Tamil Nadu with onset of monsoon
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 19 (IANS) Dengue infections are rising across Tamil Nadu with the onset of the monsoon and the state health department said 244 of the 1,320 people tested across the state were confirmed to have dengue. Nearly 200 cases are being detected daily. Until September 15, Tamil Nadu recorded 16,577 dengue infections and nine deaths. Chennai remains the worst-affected district. As many as 156 people suffering from fever were admitted to hospitals in the city in a single day, and 87 of them tested positive for dengue. High numbers of cases have also been reported in Chengalpattu, Coimbatore, Tiruvannamalai, Krishnagiri, Salem, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Thanjavur and Villupuram. The government has intensified mosquito-control and disease-surveillance operations, deploying more than 25,000 workers across Tamil Nadu. The teams are engaged in eliminating breeding sources, conducting sanitation work and monitoring fever cases in vulnerable areas. District administrations and health officials have also been directed to strengthen preventive measures and ensure timely treatment. Health Minister Arun Raj told reporters in Chennai that dengue cases had shown a marginal increase during the past seven days, but urged people not to panic. The public has been advised to prevent water from stagnating in and around homes and to seek medical attention for persistent fever. Naam Tamilar Katchi chief coordinator Seeman blamed the TVK governments alleged negligence for the increase. He demanded the distribution of nilavembu decoction and kabasura kudineer on a war footing at places where people gather in large numbers. Meanwhile, Anna University student Harish Kumar died on Thursday after suffering from persistent fever. His death followed those of students Mridula and Jayashree four days earlier, causing anxiety on the campus. The Directorate of Public Health, however, clarified that Harish Kumar did not have dengue and died of scrub typhus. Amid the outbreak, Dr Reddys Laboratories is collaborating with Japans Takeda Pharmaceutical to introduce Qdenga, described as Indias first dengue vaccine, in the first half of next year. The vaccine, intended for people aged four to 60 and administered in two doses three months apart, is designed to provide protection against all four dengue virus types.
Regional Meteorological Centre forecasts heavy rain in 11 districts of Tamil Nadu today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 19 (IANS) Eleven districts in Tamil Nadu, including the Nilgiris and Coimbatore, are likely to receive heavy rain on Saturday, according to a forecast issued by the Regional Meteorological Centre. The weather office attributed the anticipated rainfall to a trough extending from Maharashtra to the southeast Arabian Sea. Under its influence, widespread rain is expected across several parts of Tamil Nadu, with some districts likely to experience thunderstorms and gusty winds. The Nilgiris and Coimbatore districts are expected to receive heavy rain until September 22. Residents in vulnerable and low-lying areas have been advised to remain alert as intense spells of rain could lead to waterlogging and disruption of traffic. Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds is also likely at isolated places in Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Ranipet, Villupuram, Tiruvannamalai, Tirupattur, Vellore, Kallakurichi and Madurai districts today. Moderate rainfall has been forecast for districts along the Western Ghats and several other parts of the state. Chennai and its neighbouring districts of Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu are also likely to experience intermittent showers during the day. Similar weather conditions are expected in Cuddalore, Salem, Erode, Namakkal, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Mayiladuthurai, Thanjavur, Ramanathapuram and Thoothukudi districts. Rainfall may vary in intensity from one locality to another, with short but intense spells possible in some areas. The weather office has warned that another spell of heavy rain is likely to affect several districts tomorrow. Dindigul, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Tiruchirappalli, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Madurai, Villupuram, Kallakurichi, Tiruvannamalai, Tirupattur and Vellore have been placed under a heavy-rain alert. Cloudy conditions are expected to prevail in many parts of the state, while thunderstorms could develop during the afternoon and evening. Gusty winds may accompany rain in the interior and western districts. Motorists have been advised to exercise caution during intense spells because of reduced visibility and the possibility of waterlogging on roads. Farmers have also been urged to take precautionary measures to protect harvested crops and agricultural produce stored in the open. District administrations are expected to monitor rainfall levels and respond to any localised flooding or weather-related emergencies. The public has been advised to follow official weather updates and avoid taking shelter under trees during thunderstorms.
Salem Corporation severs 10 drinking water connections in Sooramangalam zone
Star Cast: Kunal Kemmu, Preity G Zinta, Sparsh Srivastava, Vanshika Dhir Director: Kunal Kemmu Vibe Movie Review Synopsis: VIBE is the story of two friends who land in serious trouble. Bhagirath aka Bugs (Sparsh Srivastava) works as a software developer at a company called Next Phase Technologies in Mumbai. His best friend, Hardik Sharma (Kunal Kemmu), is quite sharp but has just been released from drug rehab. Bugs requests his boss to hire Hardik, and the latter joins the companys marketing department. Here, he meets Kareena (Vanshika Dhir), and sparks fly between the two. All is going well until one day, all hell breaks loose for Hardik and Bugs. A fiery national security agent, Madam H (Preity G Zinta), and her team abduct the duo and compel them to work on a top-secret mission. They cant back out as its a matter of national security. What happens next forms the rest of the film. Vibe Movie Story Review: Kunal Kemmu's story is a bit clichd but works well within the zone of the film. Kunal Kemmu's screenplay is simplistic and peppered with hilarious dialogues and moments that keep the interest going. However, the writing falters whenever the film gets serious. Kunal Kemmu's dialogues are one of the high points. The one-liners land effectively, and a few of them will be lapped up big time by viewers. Some of the one-liners are adult in nature, which explains the film's 'A' rating. Kunal Kemmu's direction is functional. He is a pro when it comes to humour and he proved it with MADGAON EXPRESS [2024]. The film is a bit in the zone of GO GOA GONE [2013] and a few Hollywood films where two simpletons are forced to fight the baddies. However, since it is set in Mumbai and also has a terrorism act, it works well for the Indian audiences. The circumstances under which Hardik and Bugs come into contact with Madam H are hilarious and also quite unexpected. The dinner scene involving Kareena and her father (Mark Bennington) is also very funny, while the intermission point is equally shocking. On the flipside, the film falters in the second half once humour takes a backseat. The twist involving the villain is just about okay and makes VIBE feel somewhat routine. The makers raise intriguing questions about how a suspicious individual could change her identity and gain access to a prominent tech company, whether an insider was involved, and whether there is a leak within the team. However, the film conveniently leaves these intriguing threads unresolved, making one wonder why they were introduced in the first place. Moreover, the films title and overall tone are such that it is likely to appeal primarily to urban audiences. Vibe Movie Review Performances: Kunal Kemmu is great not just as a writer-director but also as an actor. Playing such goofy roles comes naturally to him and even in VIBE, he essays it with full conviction. Many scenes turn funnier than what was written on paper because of his act. Preity G Zinta looks stunning and performance-wise, shes first-rate. Her action scene is memorable. Sparsh Srivastava shines and ensures that he doesnt get dominated by Kunal and Preity. He also gets to show his acting and humour prowess effectively and makes good use of it. Vanshika Dhir is not merely eye candy and has a crucial role. Performance-wise, shes satisfactory. Dinesh Lal Yadav aka Nirahua (Bansi) and Yashpal Sharma (Rawal) are very convincing and also entertaining. Salem Kali (Abid) is just okay, while Mark Bennington leaves a mark. Rajesh Krishnan (Bug's Boss) is funny. Uorfi Javed (Chanchal Screwvala) and Aaditya Kulshreshth aka Kullu (Hardik's colleague) do well in cameo appearances. Vibe movie music and other technical aspects: Amit Trviedi's music is just okay. 'Raaton Mein Aana' is memorable for its whistle theme and picturization. This is followed by 'Aisi Meri Vibe', 'Rafta Rafta' and 'Sipahi Ek'. John Stewart Eduri's background score is in sync with the films happenings. Kaushal Shah's cinematography is neat. Prachi Deshpande's production design is classy, while Rick Roy's costumes are glamorous. Parvez Shaikh's action and Brahm Chab's stunt design are devoid of gore and entertaining. But it could have been better. Anand Subaya and Sanjay Shrirang Ingle's editing is functional. Vibe Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, VIBE works due to Kunal Kemmus strong command over humour, several hilarious one-liners and entertaining performances. Though the film loses steam in the second half and the villain track feels routine, it has enough madcap moments to keep viewers amused. At the box office, its urban appeal and youth-friendly humour should help it find its target audience.
UNGA votes to allow Palestine head address high-level meet via video link after US denies visa
Digital Desk | United Nations, Sep 18 (IANS) India has voted for a General Assembly resolution to allow Palestine President Mahmoud Abbas to address the high-level meeting next week through a video link after the US refused to give him a visa to come to New York. The resolution passed overwhelmingly on Wednesday with 152 votes, while only the US, Israel, and Paraguay voted against it, and four others formally abstained. Washington, however, has given visas to Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to attend the high-level session even though its war with the country is now in its seventh month. This will be the second time that Abbas speaks by video at the Assembly, which he did last year after a visa refusal. US Deputy Permanent Representative Tammy Bruce defended the video refusal, accusing Palestine of not giving up on terrorism. We will not relent on our insistence that the Palestinian Authority and the PLO [Palestine Liberation Organisation, which controls the Authority] completely and unequivocally renounce terrorism, she said. They have not yet done so, she added. Palestine is not recognised as a nation, and it has observer status at the UN. Palestine's Permanent Observer Riyad Mansour reiterated its commitment to Israel's right to exist in peace and security alongside Palestine. The fact that we were denied visas does not mean that the big elephant in the United Nations, the Palestinian people and their leadership, are not present., he said. They are present front and centre, he said, And they will be until we put an end to this illegal occupation [of Palestine territory by Israel] and allow a global consensus of the international community to have a two-state solution: the state of Palestine, free and independent and sovereign, on the borders of 1967 with East Jerusalem, next to the state of Israel, to live in peace and security, he said. China and Russia joined him in criticising the US for not giving Abbas a visa, which they said was Washington's obligation under the agreement to host the UN. All the Western countries voted for the resolution. Last month, when reports surfaced that Abbas won't get a visa, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric called on the US to let him attend the high-level meeting. Our call and our hope remain that the host country will fulfil its obligations under the host treaty agreement, which is meant to facilitate the travels into New York City, into the United States, for people having business, diplomats and Government officials having business in front of the United Nations, he said.
Netanyahu vows to topple Iran's government, eliminate Hamas
Digital Desk | Jerusalem, Sep 17 (IANS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that Israel would topple Iran's government, eliminate Hamas and continue its campaign against Hezbollah. We will eliminate Hamas, and first and foremost we will defeat the regime in Iran. We will topple it. It will fall, Netanyahu said at a ceremony honouring members of Israel's Shin Bet domestic security agency, Xinhua News Agency reported. He also said that one of Israel's objectives, nearly three years into the war, was to continue pursuing Palestinians involved in the Hamas-led Oct. 7, 2023 attack. No one is immune, he warned. On September 6, Netanyahu said that the end of the regime in Iran is near and it is fighting for its life, noting that there is another mission to complete. He made these remarks at a Rosh Hashanah Toast during the government meeting. We are on the threshold of Rosh Hashanah, and more than ever, the State of Israel comes first. Thanks to the wise and courageous decisions we made together around this table, thanks to the heroism of our fighters, thanks to the resilience of our people we have achieved tremendous accomplishments. Israel is stronger than ever; our enemies are weaker than ever. Together with the United States, we have achieved tremendous successes in removing an existential threat hanging over our heads. We have pushed away atomic bombs and ballistic missiles, and we have struck the Iranian axis with immense power, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office quoted Netanyahu as saying. We are determined to defend ourselves; we are determined to strike our enemies. They are not attacking us. Iran is refraining from doing so, and it knows why. Of course, it could err and make the mistake of attacking us anyway. It will suffer a blow it cannot even imagine, the Israeli Prime Minister highlighted. He said that Israel is the strongest superpower in the Middle East and warned the enemies, 'Do not try us.' I say to our enemies: Do not try us. This (Israeli) people knows how to unite in moments of testing, and right now it is the strongest superpower in the Middle East, and some say even beyond, Netanyahu added.
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Israeli army chief sets condition for Hezbollah disarmament
Jerusalem: Israeli military chief Eyal Zamir said that progress toward an agreement with Lebanon on disarming Hezbollah cannot be made unless the Lebanese army significantly improves its effectiveness on the ground, weeks before a new round of US-mediated talks. During a visit to troops near the Lebanese border on Wednesday (local time), Zamir said that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Heavy rain likely in parts of TN; Chennai among 16 districts on alert
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 17 (IANS) The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast rain across Tamil Nadu on Thursday, with Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu and Kancheepuram among 16 districts likely to receive moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. According to the RMC, a trough extends at about 0.9 km above mean sea level from north interior Karnataka to the Gulf of Mannar through south interior Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. An upper-air circulation also persists over coastal Andhra Pradesh and adjoining Rayalaseema at about 1.5 km above sea level. Heavy rain is likely at isolated places in the Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Karur, Tiruchirappalli, Perambalur, Ariyalur and Thanjavur districts on Thursday. Thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds reaching speeds of 40 to 50 kmph may accompany the rainfall. Moderate rain is expected at a few places across other Western Ghats districts and in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, Vellore, Tirupattur, Salem, Tiruppur, Erode, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Namakkal, Kallakurichi, Madurai and Sivaganga. Light rain may occur elsewhere in Tamil Nadu and in Puducherry. On Friday, isolated heavy rain is forecast in the Nilgiris and Coimbatore districts. The rainfall activity is expected to intensify in parts of northern Tamil Nadu on Saturday, with heavy showers possible in 11 districts, including Tiruvallur, Vellore, Ranipet, Tirupattur, Tiruvannamalai, Salem, Dharmapuri and Krishnagiri. Heavy rain may shift to parts of western, central and southern Tamil Nadu on Sunday. The Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Dindigul, Theni, Madurai, Sivaganga, Salem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Pudukkottai and Tiruchirappalli are among the districts likely to be affected. Light to moderate rain may continue across the state until Tuesday. Chennai and its suburbs will experience partly cloudy conditions on Thursday. Light to moderate rain with thunderstorms is likely in some areas during the evening or night. The maximum temperature is expected to remain between 35 and 36 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may range from 27 to 28 degrees Celsius. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into parts of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea until Sunday, as winds could reach 65 kmph. No warning has been issued for the Tamil Nadu coast or the Arabian Sea.
No deal unless Lebanese army strengthens control, says Israeli army chief
Digital Desk | Jerusalem, Sep 17 (IANS) Israeli military chief Eyal Zamir said that progress toward an agreement with Lebanon on disarming Hezbollah cannot be made unless the Lebanese army significantly improves its effectiveness on the ground, weeks before a new round of US-mediated talks. During a visit to troops near the Lebanese border on Wednesday (local time), Zamir said that the Israeli military is determined to rid the area south of the Litani River of Hezbollah's presence, alongside advancing the overarching objective of disarming Hezbollah. This objective cannot be advanced as part of a desired agreement with the Lebanese government as long as the Lebanese Armed Forces do not significantly improve their effectiveness on the ground, he said. Zamir also said Israel's updated defence concept relied on maintaining troops deep inside enemy territory beyond the border. Israeli forces currently occupy an area extending roughly 10 km into southern Lebanon. Israel and Lebanon are due to meet in Rome in October for another round of US-mediated talks aimed at reaching a security agreement, according to US officials. A June ceasefire framework envisaged an Israeli withdrawal alongside the disarmament of Hezbollah, but implementation has stalled as Israel continues to carry out almost daily strikes in Lebanon, reports Xinhua news agency. Lebanon has repeatedly demanded that Israeli forces leave its territory. Meanwhile, earlier on Monday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel would continue destroying Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon, days after Washington reportedly said Israeli and Lebanese officials would resume US-mediated security talks next month. We will continue to destroy the terror infrastructure in the 'security zone' in Lebanon, Netanyahu said in a video statement, referring to territory in southern Lebanon where Israeli troops remain deployed despite a ceasefire that took effect in June. He warned that Israel would inflict even heavier blows if attacked. Netanyahu said Israeli forces had destroyed what he described as major Hezbollah strongholds at the Beaufort and Ali al-Taher ridges. Israel said last week it had destroyed more than 2 km of underground Hezbollah infrastructure at Ali al-Taher after taking control of the area.
Indian worker loses leg after crane accident at Jerusalem construction site
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VHP seeks Maharashtra minority panel chiefs removal over meeting with Abu Salem
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Indian Worker Loses Leg In Jerusalem Construction Site Accident
Tiles falling from crane reportedly severed the Rajasthan workers left leg
Indian worker in Israel loses leg in construction accident
Jerusalem: A 31-year-old Indian worker from Rajasthan lost his left leg in a construction site accident in Jerusalem after tiles being lifted by a crane fell on him. Sharwan Kumar Warma, from Rajasthan, lost his left leg in the accident last Wednesday and is being treated at Hadassah Hospital in Ein Kerem, Jerusalem. Warmas colleagues Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Three of family killed in car accident in Namakkal
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Dumped by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia now turns to Israel for help in fighting Houthis: Report
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Israel will continue to destroy terrorist infrastructure in security zone in Lebanon: Netanyahu
Digital Desk | Jerusalem, Sep 14 (IANS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that Israel has achieved another massive victory over Hezbollah and that the destruction of terrorist infrastructure in the security zone in Lebanon will continue. We have achieved another massive victory over Hezbollah: We have destroyed its major terrorist stronghold on the Beaufort Ridge and the Ali al-Taher Ridge. Our policy is clear: We will continue to destroy terrorist infrastructure in the security zone in Lebanon. We will continue to remove any threat to the State of Israel, the Office of the Prime Minister of Israel said on social media platform X. And from here, I say to our enemies: If you haven't learned the lesson by now, and you choose to attack us again, you will suffer even heavier blows. There is still work to complete, and with God's help, we will complete it, it added. Last month, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said that progress had been made on border issues and the return of prisoners during the latest negotiations between Lebanon and Israel in Rome. Speaking at a Cabinet session on August 7, Aoun said the Rome talks addressed four main issues: a ceasefire, the demolition and bulldozing of houses, the border, and the return of prisoners and the identification of pilot areas, according to a statement released by the Lebanese presidency. He noted that positive progress had been made on the border and prisoners' issues, expressing hope that practical steps would emerge soon, the statement said. He said the US administration would work to address the remaining issues of a ceasefire and pilot areas, adding that US General Joseph Clearfield would arrive in Beirut soon to follow up on these matters, reports said. The remarks came a day after Israeli and Lebanese officials finished three days of negotiations in Rome aimed at advancing security arrangements along their border and implementing a framework agreement reached in Washington in late June, local media reported. The talks, opposed by Hezbollah, are the seventh round of negotiations between the two governments, Xinhua news agency reported.
Netanyahu thanks PM Modi for his leadership and enduring friendship
Digital Desk | Jerusalem, Sep 14 (IANS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership and enduring friendship, reciprocating PM Modis greetings on the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah. Thank you, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for your warm wishes to the people of Israel and to me personally. The Jewish New Year provides an occasion to thank you again for your leadership and enduring friendship, the Office of the Prime Minister of Israel stated on X. Together, we've transformed the ties between our ancient civilisations into an unprecedented partnership between two great democracies. Sara and I look forward to seeing you again soon, it added. PM Modi on Saturday greeted Netanyahu, the people of Israel and Jewish communities on the occasion of Rosh Hashanah. Shana Tova! Wishing a very happy Rosh Hashanah to Prime Minister Netanyahu, the people of Israel and Jewish communities across the globe. May the new year be filled with peace, hope, good health, and continued progress for all, PM Modi stated on X. Israeli President Isaac Herzog said on Sunday that India is a true friend of Israel while thanking President Droupadi Murmu for her greetings on the occasion of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, celebrated as the head of the year and the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve. Thank you, President Droupadi Murmu, for your good wishes. On behalf of the people of Israel, I extend our deepest gratitude. India is a true friend of Israel. As we begin the Jewish New Year, I wish you and the wonderful people of India peace, prosperity, good health, and harmony. May the deep bond of friendship between our two nations continue to flourish, Herzog said on social media platform X. On Saturday, President Murmu conveyed her greetings to President Herzog and the people of Israel. Excellency Isaac Herzog, on behalf of the people of India, I convey heartfelt Rosh Hashanah greetings to you and the Jewish community across Israel and the world. May the new year usher in peace, prosperity, good health and renewed hope for all, the President's Secretariat said on X. Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, celebrated as the head of the year and the anniversary of the creation of the world.
TN: Heavy rain, strong wind forecast for Nilgiris, Coimbatore for three days
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 14 (IANS) The Regional Meteorological Centre in Tamil Nadu has forecast heavy rain in the hilly areas of the Nilgiris and Coimbatore districts over the next three days, with strong winds also likely to affect the region. The changing weather conditions have been attributed to a trough extending from southwest Madhya Pradesh to the Gulf of Mannar. Under its influence, rain activity is expected to intensify across parts of Tamil Nadu, particularly along the Western Ghats. The weather department said isolated places in the hill regions of the Nilgiris and Coimbatore districts could receive heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty winds from Monday to Wednesday. Residents, tourists and motorists travelling through vulnerable mountain stretches have been advised to remain cautious. Moderate rain accompanied by strong surface winds is also likely at isolated places in other Western Ghats districts on Monday and Tuesday. Similar conditions have been forecast for Tirupattur, Vellore, Tiruvannamalai, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Erode, Salem, Namakkal, Karur, Tiruchy, Ariyalur, Perambalur and Kallakurichi districts. The rain may provide temporary relief from the prevailing heat in some areas. However, strong winds could affect road travel and damage weak structures, trees and standing crops in exposed locations. People living in hilly and low-lying areas have been asked to monitor weather updates, particularly if heavy rain continues for prolonged periods. Motorists using ghat roads should exercise caution as rainfall could reduce visibility and make roads slippery. Chennai is expected to experience generally cloudy conditions, with the possibility of light rain in parts of the city during the evening or night. No widespread heavy rainfall has been forecast for the capital at present. Despite the likelihood of rain in several districts, daytime temperatures are likely to remain high in parts of interior Tamil Nadu. The weather department warned that the maximum temperature may rise by up to four degrees Celsius above normal at isolated places. The combination of higher temperatures, humidity and intermittent rain could result in uncomfortable weather conditions. Members of the public have been advised to avoid prolonged exposure to the afternoon sun, remain adequately hydrated and take necessary precautions while travelling. The authorities are expected to closely monitor weather conditions in the Nilgiris and Coimbatore hills, where intense spells of rainfall can occasionally trigger waterlogging, minor landslips and disruptions along mountain roads.
India is true friend of Israel: President Herzog
India is true friend of Israel: President Herzog Jerusalem: Israeli President Isaac Herzog said on Sunday that India is a true friend of Israel, while thanking President Droupadi Murmu for her greetings on the occasion of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, celebrated as the head of the year and the anniversary of the creation [] The post India is true friend of Israel: President Herzog appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Salem traders claimsluggish sale of Vinayaka idols this year
Traders cite large number of shops selling idols, strict guidelines by authorities and mounting expenses in celebrating the festival as reasons for poor sales; people also prefer small or medium-sized idols to larger, costlier ones for ease of moving them to immersion points
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Anahat Singh makes strong start in Qatar Classic squash
Digital Desk | Doha, Sep 12 (IANS) Womens world No. 20 Anahat Singh got the better of higher-ranked Egyptian Farida Mohamed in four games in the opening round of the USD 242,000 Qatar Classic, the seasons first PSA Platinum event, in Doha on Saturday. Teenage sensation Anahat, who became Junior World Champion in July, beat world No. 16 Farida 13-11, 3-11, 11-7, 11-7, and will next play Belgian world No. 9 Tinne Gilis. World No. 24 Abhay Singh and World No. 38 Veer Chotrani play their mens opening round against Swiss world No. 22 Dimitri Steinmann and Kiwi world No. 2 Paul Coll, respectively. Anahat, Abhay, Chotrani, along with Tanvi Khanna, form the Indian challenge in squash singles at this months Asian Games in Japan. Meanwhile, three-time World Junior Champion Mohamad Zakaria had to earn his spot in the second round after battling past a shot-making performance from Raphael Kandra. The German threatened a comeback on the glass court after a superb third-game showing, but Zakaria ultimately had too much in the tank for the 35-year-old. Heading the star-studded line-up are the worlds top-ranked Egyptians, Mostafa Asal and Nouran Gohar, underscoring the strength and stature of the tournament on the global squash calendar. The mens draw will also see the return of Perus Diego Elias, World No.2 and defending champion from 2024, alongside New Zealands Paul Coll (World No.3), Wales Joel Makin (World No.4), and British stars Marwan ElShorbagy and Mohamed ElShorbagy. On the Qatari side, hopes rest on national star Abdulla Al-Tamimi (World No.22), joined by Salem Al-Malki and Ali Al-Darwish, both competing through wild cards. In the womens draw, Egypts Nour El Sherbini, World No.2 and defending champion from 2024, will be among the main contenders, as well as compatriot Hania El Hammamy (World No.3) and Englands Georgina Kennedy (World No.4). The total prize money amounts to $231,500 for the mens competition and the same for the womens, further reinforcing the championships reputation as one of the most prestigious Platinum events. Other results: Women's RD1 [2] Aamina Orfi beats Hana Ramadan 3-0: 11-2, 11-5, 11-5 (45m); Aifa Azman beats Marina Stefanoni 3-1: 11-9, 6-11, 11-7, 12-10 (40m); [6] Fayrouz Aboelkheir beats Nadien Elhammamy 3-0: 11-3, 11-5, 11-6 (26m); Nardine Garas beats Nour Heikal 3-2: 11-9, 11-5, 1-11, 7-11, 11-7 (43m)
Salem Corporation intensifiesanti-dengue measures
DMK stages demonstration against Chief Minister in Salem
DMK stages demonstration against Chief Minister in Salem
New Delhi , September 12 : The New Delhi Declaration, adopted by consensus in the national capital, reaffirmed BRICS support for a lasting two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, while urging deeper international institutional support for Palestine and reaffirming Israels legal obligation to ensure the provision of humanitarian aid in Gaza. We reaffirm that a just and lasting solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can only be achieved by peaceful means and depends on the fulfilment of the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, including the rights to self-determination and return, the declaration said. The declaration also affirmed the need for adequate representation of Palestine in all relevant international organisations, including multilateral financial institutions, and access to their resources. It further reaffirmed support for the State of Palestines full membership in the United Nations, in the context of the unwavering commitment to the two-state solution and in accordance with international law, including relevant UN Security Council and General Assembly resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative. The grouping said this should include the establishment of a sovereign, independent and viable State of Palestine within the internationally recognised 1967 borders, including the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, with East Jerusalem as its capital. The declaration said this was aimed at achieving the vision of two States living side by side, in peace and security. BRICS also expressed firm opposition to the forced displacement, whether temporary or permanent, of any of the Palestinian population from the Occupied Palestinian Territory, as well as any geographic or demographic changes to the Gaza Strip. We express our firm opposition to the forced displacement, temporary or permanent, under any pretext, of any of the Palestinian population from the Occupied Palestinian Territory, as well as any geographic or demographic changes to the territory of the Gaza Strip, it said. The declaration said international law and international judicial bodies demand an end to the illegal occupation and the immediate cessation of practices that undermine legal norms and obstruct a just and lasting peace. We reiterate our grave concern about the situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including the humanitarian situation in Gaza, the declaration said, calling for adherence to international law, particularly international humanitarian law and international human rights law. It condemned violations including the use of starvation as a method of warfare, attacks targeting civilians and civilian objects, including healthcare facilities and other civilian infrastructure, as well as the unlawful obstruction of humanitarian access. BRICS also condemned attempts to politicise or militarise humanitarian assistance and reaffirmed its steadfast support for the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). We reassert our steadfast support for UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and stress the need to fully respect the mandate, bestowed on it by the UNGA, for the provision of basic services to Palestine refugees in its five fields of operations, the declaration said. The grouping called on all relevant parties to respect their obligations under international law, act with utmost restraint and avoid escalatory actions and provocative declarations. It also noted the provisional measures of the International Court of Justice in the legal proceedings instituted by South Africa against Israel, which, among other things, reaffirmed Israels legal obligation to ensure the provision of humanitarian aid in Gaza. On Jerusalem, BRICS rejected unilateral measures seeking to alter the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem and urged full respect for the sanctity of all religious sites and holy places in the city. We urge full respect for the sanctity of all religious sites and holy places in the city and for the rights of all to access and to observe their religious rites without hindrance, the declaration said. This comes as part of the wide-ranging geopolitical issues addressed in the New Delhi Declaration as India hosts the BRICS Summit 2026.
After 9/11 Terror Attack, Palestinians Cheered
Rare footage from 11 September 2001, shows Palestinians in Jerusalem celebrating in the aftermath of the terror attacks in the United States, with adults and children gathered in the streets, waving Palestinian flags, chanting and distributing sweets. Posting this since entire media wants you to believe this video doesnt exist These are Palestinians celebrating the [] The post After 9/11 Terror Attack, Palestinians Cheered & Celebrated With Sweets & Chants Of Allahu Akbar appeared first on The Commune .
Police seize 68 kg of ganja in Salem, arrest six from Keralam
Ganja packet thrown at convict staffing Prisons Dept.-run fuel bunk in Salem
BRICS 2026: India Presidency opens new avenues for trade, investment and global South Cooperation
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 11 (IANS) Indias BRICS presidency is creating fresh momentum for trade, investment and economic cooperation among member and partner countries, with business and institutional representatives from Russia, Egypt and other BRICS Plus nations expressing confidence in the opportunities emerging from the platform. Speaking to IANS on the sidelines of the BRICS summit here, representatives from different sectors said the meetings had provided a valuable platform for businesses to explore partnerships in areas ranging from infrastructure and energy to technology, skills development and agriculture. Alexander Kokov, Founder and CEO of Russian company GSBI Ltd, described the event as highly energetic and positive, saying participants were keen to work together and explore new opportunities. He highlighted the business-to-business meetings organised during the summit, saying they had enabled entrepreneurs from different countries to engage directly and identify areas for cooperation. Kokov also praised the role of industry body FICCI in facilitating business engagement and said being in India offered participants an opportunity to better understand the countrys economic strength and growing market potential. Kokov said there was significant scope for expanding trade, investment and economic ties between India and Russia, adding that the two countries were entering a phase that could lay the foundation for a stronger economic partnership in the years ahead. He said his organisation works in the Global South Business Innovations and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) sector, which could serve as an important bridge for connecting the economic potential of BRICS countries. According to him, business conferences, exhibitions and other platforms for direct engagement could help turn discussions among member countries into concrete commercial projects. Alina Singh, Deputy Director of Russias Skills Development Agency, said BRICS brought together economies and societies with diverse cultures, experiences and perspectives. Member countries can share their experiences and expertise, learn from each other and promote collective development. That is the greatest strength of BRICS, she said. Maxim Andrianov, International Marketing Manager at Russian Helicopters Group, also welcomed Indias leadership of the grouping and praised the organisation of the summit. He said the BRICS engagement this year had been highly productive, with participants establishing new business contacts and initiating discussions on several important projects. Andrianov also pointed to the work of the BRICS Business Council, saying it had played an effective role in facilitating commercial engagement and strengthening business-to-business cooperation among participating countries. On the Make in India initiative, Andrianov said projects where local manufacturing requirements apply would operate within that framework. At the same time, he noted that companies in the commercial sector generally assess factors such as cost, efficiency and competitiveness while making business decisions, with affordability for consumers also remaining an important consideration. Paroma Munshi Rebello, Head of Business Development at Pristine Logistics & Infraprojects Ltd, said her working group was focused on infrastructure, an area closely linked to investment. Islam Salem, a representative of Egypt-based Iskra Maiden for Investment and Agricultural Development, said the potential for cooperation among BRICS economies was expanding and that the private sector would have a crucial role in converting those opportunities into actual partnerships. Discussions over the past two days on agriculture, technology, finance and several other sectors have clearly shown that there are significant opportunities for partnerships among member countries, Salem said.
Ministers inaugurate master health check-up centre at Salem government hospital
Lorry driver from Keralam abducted, robbed of 50,000 in Salem
Assailants take him to Madaiyankuttai burial ground and, along with two more persons, assault him and tie him up
Names of councillors reinstated on Salem Corporations website
SC dismisses Abu Salems plea seeking premature release from jail
The Supreme Court has dismissed 1993 Mumbai blasts convict Abu Salems plea seeking premature release, rejecting his claim that undertrial detention and earned remission should count towards his 25-year imprisonment term
Supreme Court Rejects Abu Salem
New Delhi, Sep 10: The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed gangster Abu Salems plea seeking premature release from prison, rejecting his claim that he had already completed the 25-year imprisonment period linked to Indias extradition assurance to Portugal. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta upheld the Bombay High Courts April 2026 order, [] The post Supreme Court Rejects Abu Salems Early Release Plea, Jail Term To Continue Till 2030 appeared first on Northlines .
Supreme Court Dismisses Gangster Abu Salem's Plea Seeking Release From Custody
According to the extradition terms agreed upon by India and Portugal, Salem cannot be given the death penalty and his prison term cannot exceed 25 years.
Supreme Court dismisses gangster Abu Salems plea claiming completion of 25-year prison term
The former member of underworld don Dawood Ibrahims syndicate was extradited from Portugal to India in 2005 in the Mumbai blasts case after the Indian government gave a sovereign assurance that he would not be imprisoned for more than 25 years
SC dismisses gangster Abu Salem's plea seeking release from custody
The Supreme Court dismissed gangster Abu Salem's plea for release from custody. He sought release after completing twenty-five years in jail in India. The court upheld the Bombay High Court's decision which deemed his petition premature. Salem was extradited from Portugal in 2005 after a lengthy legal battle. He is a convict in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case.
Supreme Court dismisses gangster Abu Salem's plea for early release in 1993 Bombay blast
Gangster and 1993 Mumbai serial blasts convict Abu Salem has suffered a setback in the Supreme Court after it dismissed his plea seeking premature release from prison. The top court upheld the Bombay High Court's...
TN to run 5,400 special buses for Vinayaka Chaturthi rush
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 10 (IANS) Tamil Nadus State Transport Undertakings will operate 5,400 special buses over five days to handle the expected surge in passenger traffic ahead of Vinayaka Chaturthi, auspicious wedding dates and the extended weekend. The additional services will run from Thursday to Monday, connecting Chennai with major towns and cities across Tamil Nadu and neighbouring states. The transport department has planned the largest share of services from Kilambakkam bus terminus, the principal departure point for south-bound routes. A total of 585 special buses will leave Kilambakkam on Thursday, followed by 1,255 on Friday, 1,030 on Saturday and 650 on Sunday. These buses will serve Tiruvannamalai, Tiruchy, Kumbakonam, Madurai, Tirunelveli, Nagercoil, Kanniyakumari, Thoothukudi, Coimbatore, Salem, Erode and Tirupur. Koyambedu will also handle additional services during the holiday period. The transport corporations will operate 240 special buses from the terminus on Friday and Saturday, besides 105 services on Sunday. They will connect Chennai with Tiruvannamalai, Nagapattinam, Velankanni, Hosur and Bengaluru. Corresponding services have been arranged from these destinations to Chennai. At Madhavaram terminus, 110 extra buses will be operated daily from Friday to Sunday. The services will cover Kallakurichi, Tiruvannamalai, Tiruchy, Kumbakonam, Vellore, Hosur and Puducherry. Outside Chennai, another 200 special buses will operate from Bengaluru, Tirupur, Erode and Coimbatore to different destinations. Authorities have also made arrangements for the return rush on Monday, when 765 additional buses will be deployed from various places to Chennai and Bengaluru according to passenger demand. The deployment has been staggered to match the anticipated movement of travellers out of Chennai before the festival and their return after the holiday. Kilambakkam alone will account for 3,520 outward special services between Thursday and Sunday, while Madhavaram will provide 330 and Koyambedu 585 during their respective operating periods overall. Advance reservations indicate heavy travel during the period. According to the Managing Director of the State Express Transport Corporation, 8,666 passengers have booked tickets for Thursday and 32,171 for Friday. Bookings stand at 18,772 for Saturday, 11,177 for Sunday and 23,740 for Monday. Officials expect the figures to rise as the festival approaches. Passengers undertaking long-distance journeys have been urged to reserve seats early to avoid overcrowding and last-minute inconvenience. Tickets can be booked through the official TNSTC website, www.tnstc.in, or the TNSTC mobile application.
UK Vs Israel Round 2! British PM Defends Sanctions On Israeli Settlements | Watch
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has defended Britains decision to impose sanctions on goods from Israeli settlements in the West Bank, declaring that Britain has to stand for something. Speaking in Parliament, Burnham said leadership meant taking action against injustice and supporting people facing intimidation and displacement. His comments came after Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband announced the settlement-goods sanctions and accused Israeli settlers of ethnic cleansing. Israel condemned the move and announced retaliatory measures, including plans to close the British consulate in East Jerusalem. The escalating row has deepened tensions between Britain and Israel as pressure grows over the West Bank and Gaza.
Netanyahu says Israel has 'absolute control' of certain Syrian area, vows to topple Iran's gov't
Digital Desk | Jerusalem, Sep 9 (IANS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Israeli troops inside Syria on Wednesday and said Israel had absolute control over a swathe of territory stretching from Mount Hermon to the Yarmouk River, while pledging to bring down Iran's government. We control the entire area from the summit of Mount Hermon to the Yarmouk, and from here to the Mediterranean Sea -- absolute control unlike anything we have had before, Netanyahu said in a video released by his office. Netanyahu, accompanied by Defence Minister Israel Katz and Deputy Chief of Staff Tamir Yadai, said Israel would not allow what he called a error army to establish itself on its border. He added that Israel was very close to defeating Iran's government and was committed to doing so, Xinhua News Agency reported. Netanyahu said on Sunday that the end of the regime in Iran is near and it is fighting for its life, noting that there is another mission to complete. He made these remarks at a Rosh Hashanah Toast during the government meeting. We are on the threshold of Rosh Hashanah, and more than ever, the State of Israel comes first. Thanks to the wise and courageous decisions we made together around this table, thanks to the heroism of our fighters, thanks to the resilience of our people we have achieved tremendous accomplishments. Israel is stronger than ever; our enemies are weaker than ever. Together with the United States, we have achieved tremendous successes in removing an existential threat hanging over our heads. We have pushed away atomic bombs and ballistic missiles, and we have struck the Iranian axis with immense power, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office quoted Netanyahu as saying. We are determined to defend ourselves; we are determined to strike our enemies. They are not attacking us. Iran is refraining from doing so, and it knows why. Of course, it could err and make the mistake of attacking us anyway. It will suffer a blow it cannot even imagine, the Israeli Prime Minister highlighted. He said that Israel is the strongest superpower in the Middle East and warned the enemies, 'Do not try us.' I say to our enemies: Do not try us. This (Israeli) people know how to unite in moments of testing, and right now it is the strongest superpower in the Middle East, and some say even beyond, Netanyahu added.
Chief Ministers Trophy competitions begin in Salem
UAE President warned Netanyahu of Hamas attack before Oct 7
Jerusalem: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was directly warned by the president of the United Arab Emirates that Hamas was planning a major offensive just days before the militant group attacked on October 7, 2023, according to an Israeli newspaper report. UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed spoke with Netanyahu 10 days before the attack and said Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Israel Closes British Consulate in Jerusalem in Response to UK Sanctions
Israel has ordered the closure of the British consulate in Jerusalem, escalating diplomatic tensions following UK sanctions on Israeli goods. Israel Closes British Consulate in Jerusalem in Response to UK Sanctions
Israel shuts British consulate in Jerusalem in retaliation for UK sanctions
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced the retaliatory measures after UK Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband described violent activity by Jewish settlers in the West Bank as ethnic cleansing
Israel orders closure of British Consulate in Jerusalem in response to UK sanctions
Digital Desk | Jerusalem, Sep 9 (IANS) Israel has ordered the closure of the British consulate in East Jerusalem in retaliation for sweeping sanctions imposed by the UK on goods originating from illegal Israeli settlements, further deepening an already bitter diplomatic dispute between the two countries. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced the retaliatory measures after UK Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband described violent activity by Jewish settlers in the West Bank as ethnic cleansing. The measures announced by Israel include the closure of the British consulate in East Jerusalem and entry bans on several British MPs. The British consulate, located in the Sheikh Jarrah area of Jerusalem, deals primarily with Palestinian-related issues in the Gaza Strip, the West Bank and Jerusalem. The UK's Ambassador to Israel is based separately at the British embassy in Tel Aviv. Israel maintains that Jerusalem is its undivided capital and rejects the characterisation of its control over the city as an occupation. United Jerusalem is the capital of Israel and is under its full sovereignty, Sa'ar said, adding, Any foreign activity in the area must be conducted through accepted and agreed channels and without violating Israel's sovereignty. Sa'ar also announced entry restrictions against a number of mostly Left-wing British MPs -- former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, Your Party MP Zarah Sultana, Labour MPs Diane Abbott, Naz Shah, John McDonnell and Richard Burgon, as well as Green Party MPs Hannah Spencer, Carla Denyer, Sian Berry and Ellie Chowns. The Israeli government further announced that longstanding British involvement in the training of Palestinian security forces in the West Bank would be brought to an end. The UK will also be excluded from the US-led Gaza coordination mission, which is based in Israel and is involved in coordinating activities related to the conflict. Sa'ar strongly criticised the British measures and accused London of interfering in Israel's internal affairs and democratic process. The British move is morally distorted, and constitutes blatant interference in the affairs of a sovereign state and its electoral process, Sa'ar said. Israel has nothing against the British people. We know that we have many friends in Britain. Unfortunately, a hostile Labour government is in office, systematically acting against the state of Israel, and it has left us with no choice but to finally respond to its hostile actions, he said. Sa'ar said he had coordinated Israel's response with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Britain-Israel Dispute Explodes, Bibi Shuts UKs Jerusalem Consulate In Shock Revenge
Israel has announced four countermeasures against Britain following Londons decision to sanction trade and services connected to Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The measures include closing Britains Consulate General in Jerusalem, removing British representatives from the International Gaza Support Center, terminating UK training programmes for Palestinian Authority security forces and barring 12 British elected representatives alongside other nationals. Britain says the measures target unlawful settlement activity rather than ordinary trade with Israel. Israel calls the sanctions discriminatory and an interference in its election. The dispute has now moved beyond commerceinto Palestinian diplomacy, Gaza coordination and West Bank security.
Israel orders closure of U.K. consulate in Jerusalem over settlement sanctions
Israel said it would also expel British diplomats at a centre monitoring the U.S.-brokered ceasefire plan in Gaza and bar British training for Palestinian Authority forces, as well as banning 12 British officials from visiting Israel
Israel to close British consulate in Jerusalem in response to UK sanction on West Bank settlements
The United Kingdom has banned trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Israel responded by closing the British consulate in Jerusalem and expelling UK representatives. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband stated settler terrorists perpetrate ethnic cleansing of Palestinians. This move signifies growing international isolation for Israel following the Gaza war. The United Kingdom also recognized Palestinian statehood last year to revive peace efforts.
UK-Israel spat gets ugly: Tel Aviv to close British consulate in Jerusalem
Collector inaugurates TN Green School scheme in Salem
Collector inaugurates TN Green School scheme in Salem
Israeli Court Clears Key West Bank Settlement Project to Proceed
The Jerusalem District Court said in a ruling it had dismissed the motion, which aimed to stall the publication of tenders for the settlement east of Jerusalem.
India highlights comprehensive approach to food security at panel discussion in Israel
Digital Desk | Jerusalem, Sep 7 (IANS) Ambassador of India to Israel, JP Singh, on Monday highlighted Indias comprehensive approach to food security, integrating climate-resilient crops and AI in a panel discussion organised by Israels Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security. Amb. JP Singh participated in a panel discussion alongside the Ambassadors of Georgia, Ecuador and the EU on Global Perspectives Navigating Food Security in an Unpredictable World, organised by Israels Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, with Minister Avi Dichter in attendance, the Indian Embassy in Israel stated on X. Ambassador Singh highlighted Indias comprehensive approach to food security- integrating climate-resilient crops, AI and sensors, drip irrigation, soil-health management, domestic food-grain and fertiliser buffers, diversified suppliers, millets and targeted food support through the National Food Security Act and PM-KISAN, it added. On resilient trade corridors, he emphasised the importance of diversified supply chains, alternative routes such as IMEC, maritime security, and diplomacy and dialogue to ensure that vital trade and food-supply corridors remain open, especially during crises. Amb. Singh also highlighted the strong potential for continued IndiaIsrael cooperation in enhancing agricultural productivity through Centres of Excellence and beyond, stated the Embassy. Last month, Ambassador Singh met Eynat Shlein, Head of MASHAV, Israels Agency for International Development Cooperation, in Jerusalem and discussed development partnerships in several areas. Amb JP Singh met Ms Eynat Shlein, Head of MASHAV, Israels Agency for International Development Cooperation, in Jerusalem today. Discussed the wideranging India-Israel development partnership through MASHAV, including Centres of Excellence in agriculture, capacitybuilding in agriculture and water, and new avenues of cooperation in aquaculture. Exchanged views on further expanding and deepening this impactful partnership, the Indian Embassy in Israel stated on X. According to the Israeli government, MASHAV, at Israels Ministry of Foreign Affairs, was established to assist fellow nations in overcoming development challenges by sharing knowhow and technologies that provided the basis of Israels own development.
Public demand rollback of fee hike for local vehicles at Omalur toll plaza in Salem
Public demand rollback of fee hike for local vehicles at Omalur toll plaza in Salem
Iran Planning October 7-Style Multi-Front Strike On Israel With Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis?
A new report has raised concerns over an alleged Iranian plan for an October 7-style coordinated assault on Israel using Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis and pro-Iranian militias across multiple fronts. Intelligence assessments cited by The Jerusalem Post suggest Tehran is rebuilding the Axis of Resistance for synchronized operations. The report cites alleged Hamas planning documents recovered in Gaza, but the claims remain unverified and Iran has not publicly acknowledged any such military strategy.#Iran #Israel #MiddleEastWar #Hezbollah #Hamas #Houthis #Gaza #Lebanon #Breaking #Geopolitics
IMD forecast rain for TN's western ghats districts in coming days
Salem (Tamil Nadu), Sep 7 (IANS) Tamil Nadu is set to experience contrasting weather conditions over the coming days, with moderate rain forecast in districts along the Western Ghats, rising temperatures across the interior and strong winds over the southern coastal waters. In its latest weather bulletin, the Regional Meteorological Centre said moderate rain was likely in the Western Ghats districts for five days beginning late in the day. Other parts of the State may also receive isolated showers, depending on local weather conditions. At the same time, residents of interior Tamil Nadu have been advised to prepare for hotter weather. Maximum temperatures in some places could remain as much as four degrees Celsius above normal for the next four days. The combination of heat and humidity could cause discomfort, particularly during the afternoon hours. Chennai is expected to have a partly cloudy sky during the day. Light rain may occur in parts of the city and its suburbs during the evening or at night, offering some respite from the prevailing warm conditions. The forecast, however, does not indicate widespread or sustained rainfall for the capital. The weather office has issued a separate warning for fishermen operating off the southern Tamil Nadu coast. Squally winds with speeds reaching 55 km per hour are likely over the Gulf of Mannar, the adjoining southern coastal belt and the Comorin Sea. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into these areas until conditions improve. Following the warning, Fisheries Department officials said permits would not be issued to mechanised boat fishermen in Rameswaram to enter the sea. The restriction will remain in force until further notice as a precaution against rough conditions and potentially dangerous winds. The suspension is expected to keep fishing boats anchored along the Rameswaram coast and may temporarily affect fishing operations and the daily income of crews dependent on deep-sea voyages. Officials are expected to review the situation on the basis of subsequent weather bulletins. People living in coastal areas have also been urged to remain alert to sudden changes in wind conditions. Authorities advised fishermen and boat operators to closely follow official warnings rather than take risks based on short periods of apparently calm weather. The weather department will continue closely monitoring the rain, temperature and wind pattern and issue updates if there is any significant change.
End of regime in Iran is near, its fighting for its life: Netanyahu
Jerusalem, Sep 6 (IANS) Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that the end of the regime in Iran is near and it is fighting for its life, noting that there is another mission to complete. He made these remarks at a Rosh Hashanah Toast during the government meeting. We are on the threshold of Rosh Hashanah, and more than ever, the State of Israel comes first. Thanks to the wise and courageous decisions we made together around this table, thanks to the heroism of our fighters, thanks to the resilience of our people we have achieved tremendous accomplishments. Israel is stronger than ever; our enemies are weaker than ever. Together with the United States, we have achieved tremendous successes in removing an existential threat hanging over our heads. We have pushed away atomic bombs and ballistic missiles, and we have struck the Iranian axis with immense power, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office quoted Netanyahu as saying. We are determined to defend ourselves; we are determined to strike our enemies. They are not attacking us. Iran is refraining from doing so, and it knows why. Of course, it could err and make the mistake of attacking us anyway. It will suffer a blow it cannot even imagine, the Israeli Prime Minister highlighted. He said that Israel is the strongest superpower in the Middle East and warned the enemies, 'Do not try us.' I say to our enemies: Do not try us. This (Israeli) people knows how to unite in moments of testing, and right now it is the strongest superpower in the Middle East, and some say even beyond, Netanyahu added. He noted that the Israel Defense Forces is eliminating terrorists in Lebanon, Gaza, Judea and Samaria around the clock. The achievements are immense, but there is still more to complete. I mean, first and foremost, the toppling of the (Iranian) regime. This regime in Iran its end is near. It is weak, it is fighting for its life, it is faltering. And there is another mission to complete, which we are determined to bring about, Netanyahu highlighted. This will permanently change the face of the Middle East and the history of our people. We know that we are determined to do this, and we are determined and know that we are capable of doing this, he stressed.
Hezbollah, Houthis, Hamas: How Iran is planning a multi-front October 7 style attack on Israel
Is Iran planning a multi-front October 7 style attack on Israel using proxies? As per alleged assessments by Israeli intelligence agencies, Iran is planning for a co-ordinated attack on Israel using its proxies - Hezbollah in Lebanon, Houthis in Yemen, Hamas and pro-Iranian militias in Iraq in a single campaign, reported Jerusalem Post . Iran's Axis of Resistance is looking to correct the coordination gaps exposed on October 7 and planning for an united larger attack against Israel, the intelligence indicates.
Two held for armed attack on tourists on Salem-Kochi Highway near Coimbatore
A senior police officer privy to the investigation says a Tamilian working in Malaysia had personal issues with one of the tourists, and he assigned the Sivaganga-based gang to attack him during the tour
Iran Planning Bigger 'October 7' Style Attack On Israel Using Proxies: Report
The Islamic Republic is planning to combine its forces, often referred to as the Axis of Resistance, with Hezbollah in Lebanon, Houthis in Yemen, Hamas and pro-Iranian militias in Iraq and Syria in one single assault, the Jerusalem Post reported.
Farmers in Salem Express Concerns Over Subsidized Corn Seeds Yielding Low Harvests
Farmers in Salem are worried about low yields from government-subsidized corn seeds, impacting their livelihoods and calling for better options. Farmers in Salem Express Concerns Over Subsidized Corn Seeds Yielding Low Harvests
Farmers in TN's Salem raise alarm over poor yield from subsidised maize seeds
Salem (Tamil Nadu), Sep 6 (IANS ) Maize farmers in several parts of Tamil Nadu's Salem district have raised concerns over the performance of a seed variety distributed by the state Agriculture Department under a government subsidy scheme, claiming that poor yields have left many unable to recover their cultivation costs. Farmers in Attur, Pethanaickenpalayam, Vazhapadi, and neighbouring areas said the variety -- Advanta 762 -- supplied last season was unsuitable for Salems soil and climatic conditions. They have urged the government to provide an alternative variety or restore the earlier subsidy system that allowed them to purchase seeds of their choice. Salem District Farmers Welfare Association President V.S. Govindaraj said farmers harvested only about 15 bags of maize per acre from the subsidised seeds last year, compared with nearly 40 bags from better-performing varieties. A successful maize crop could earlier earn a farmer a profit of around Rs 2 lakh, he said. However, cultivators using the subsidised variety struggled even to meet their expenses. The seeds, normally priced at around Rs 420 per kilogram, are being supplied to farmers at Rs 320 after subsidy. Many cultivators are reportedly reluctant to purchase the same variety again this season. Govindaraj alleged that farmers in some places were being warned that refusing to buy the seeds could affect their eligibility for other government benefits. He also expressed concern that the seeds, which have a limited shelf life, could expire if they remained unsold. The state has sanctioned 58 tonnes of subsidised maize seeds for Salem this season, including 18.5 tonnes for Pethanaickenpalayam block. Distribution is focused on Attur, Gangavalli, Pethanaickenpalayam, Kolathur, and Thalaivasal. Agriculture officials, however, defended Advanta 762, saying it was notified by the Union government for cultivation in five states. Supplied through the National Seeds Corporation, it is distributed across 20 Tamil Nadu districts. Officials said the Salem allocation would cover approximately 1,866 hectares and that every batch was inspected before distribution and met the prescribed 90 per cent germination standard. Joint Director of Agriculture K. Srinivasan attributed last years poor yield mainly to inadequate rainfall. Under favourable conditions, the certified F1 variety could yield around 3.5 tonnes per acre, he said. The department has also sourced the cheaper DHM 206 variety following farmers reluctance to buy Advanta 762.
CM Vijay announces waste-to-energy plant in Salem over a month after Corpn. Council rejected it
Officials say 57% of waste to be used in the plant will come from the four cities of Salem, Erode, Karur and Namakkal; AIADMK Councillor says project will pollute groundwater and air in a 30-km radius
Salem Railway Division collects 2.48 crore through ticket-checking drive in August
Eight engineering students from TN killed in highway crash in Keralams Thrissur
Thrissur, Sep 05: Eight engineering students from Tamil Nadu's Dindigul were killed when their car rammed into a lorry parked illegally on NH-66 in Thrissur district of central Keralam, police said on Saturday. The accident occurred around 11.40 pm on Friday at Panambikkunnu in Kaipamangalam, when the car, travelling from Guruvayur towards Kodungallur, collided with the rear of the Maharashtra-registered lorry, police said. According to the FIR, the lorry was parked illegally on the right side of the highway near a barricaded stretch where traffic had been diverted as part of ongoing construction work. Police said the car was travelling at high speed and its driver apparently failed to notice the diversion barricade before the collision. Six students died on the spot, while two others were declared dead on arrival at a nearby hospital, police said. The deceased were students of an engineering college in Dindigul and were travelling towards Kodungallur along NH-66. Police said five of the deceasedSurya, Yuvasanjith, Joshua, Murali and Jeevawere from Dindigul, while Santhosh and Prasanna were from Madurai and Vishva was from Salem. The students were pulled out of the mangled car during a rescue operation involving residents, fire and rescue personnel and police. Their bodies were taken to the mortuary at Thrissur Medical College, police said. Kaipamangalam police have registered a case against the lorry driver under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for culpable homicide. The driver went into hiding soon after the accident, police said. Police contacted the families of the deceased using student identity cards recovered from the victims. Some of the families were unaware that their children had travelled to Keralam, police said. Relatives told police that Santhosh had recently purchased a car and that the group had planned a trip to Kochi. As the registration of the car had not been completed, they hired a rented vehicle for the trip, they said. Postmortem examinations were conducted at Thrissur Medical College, where relatives arrived to receive the bodies. Hospital authorities arranged ambulances to transport the bodies to their respective native places. Thrissur Rural District Police Chief Mohammad Nadeemuddin said a preliminary investigation indicated that the accident occurred due to the lorry driver's fault. It is definitely a mistake on the part of the lorry driver. An FIR has already been registered. Additionally, regarding the highway authorities and the contractor, we will inspect that as part of the investigation and take strict action, he told reporters. Nadeemuddin said the lorry driver was absconding, but the vehicle owner had been identified, and the driver would be apprehended soon. He said that although a Highway Police patrol unit had been deployed in the area, lorry drivers often parked their vehicles and left the spot. Definitely, parking should not be done here. We will check whether the highway authorities and contractors have installed proper signboards. But as per the preliminary assessment, this is a mistake on the part of the lorry driver, he said. Nadeemuddin said the Kodungallur deputy superintendent of police had been assigned to investigate the case. Legal action has been initiated, and an FIR has already been registered. Given the gravity of the case, we have designated the deputy SP of Kodungallur as the investigating officer. There will be a thorough investigation, and immediate and strict action will be taken against whoever is at fault. Necessary preventive measures will be taken by the police, he said.================
'Don't Let Israel Turn Your Kids Into Mercenaries': Iran Exposes US 'War Recruitment Plan'
A fresh controversy has erupted after Iran accused Israel of trying to draw young Americans into a potential ground war against the Islamic Republic. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei reacted to an opinion article published in The Jerusalem Post, which proposed using a federally administered debt-forgiveness program to encourage U.S. military enlistment if Washington ever wages a ground war against Iran. The article suggested writing off student loans, credit-card debt, and other liabilities after military deployment. Baghaei condemned the proposal, urging Americans not to let their children become cannon fodder for what he described as a war of choice. While the proposal is an opinion piece and not official U.S. policy, it has sparked intense debate over military recruitment, student debt, and the possibility of a wider conflict with Iran.
Over 3,000 people allegedly cheated in multi-crore investment fraud in Salem
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US Loses More Soldiers?: IRGC Claims Deadly Drone, Missile Attacks In Kuwait | Watch
Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims U.S. personnel were killed in a missile-and-drone attack on the U.S.-linked Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait. Tehran says the strike targeted the headquarters and residence of the American commander, set a drone hangar and deployment ramp on fire, and destroyed several U.S. drones.The claims have not been independently verified, and there has been no immediate confirmation of U.S. casualties from U.S. Central Command. Kuwait has previously reported intercepting missiles and drones but did not report casualties.The escalation does not stop there. IRGC General Yadollah Javani has warned Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan over hosting U.S. forces, urging Arab countries to expel American troops or face what he described as a crushing military response.
Iran Reveals Inside Details Of Camp Titan Raid On US Elite Marines; Commandos, Then Helicopters
Iran has released its account of a coordinated missile-and-drone campaign against American military infrastructure across Jordan, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. Tehran says Camp Titin was struck first, followed by attacks on Ali Al Salem Air Base, Al Dhafra and Al Minhad. Iranian sources claim helicopters, command facilities, drone hangars and radar systems were damaged, but the United States and its regional partners have not independently confirmed those results. Watch.
