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Close to 100 kilos of non-recyclable plastic waste was used to design two hearts that formed the backdrop of the stage where this wedding reception unfolded
For the first time, the host is also among the participants. Chennai Rail Museum has showcased a mini rail project of Madras in 1856 donated by Maurice W. Roacha of Brisbane, Queensland in Australia.
She charted her course across terrains long uncharted for women
An eight-year-old boy was among the deceased; a truck driver has been arrested on charges of causing the accident
With citizen feedback forSwachhSurvekshanhaving begun, animators are reaching out to various groups seeking that individuals answer a set of 13 questions. Chennai is believed to have been doing poorly in this annual assessment partly due to its residents reluctance to take the survey
It increased from 12 in 2021 to 77 in 2026; IIT-M took stricter measures such as reducing speed limits on campus after wildlife casualties were reported in 2024; targeted measures, including removal of fences, control of stray dog populations, and closure of wells helped stabilise population
In its outlook, theIMDhas also outlined the likely impact of increased temperature, including on agriculture, and issued anagrometadvisory
The dept. has proposed rationalisation of posts from various government medical college hospitals to ensure optimal utilisation and performance of cath labs
In its outlook, theIMDhas also outlined the likely impact of increased temperature, including on agriculture, and issued anagrometadvisory
At Amethyst, Aabharnams showcase features 18 artisans, blending heritage textiles, kitchenware and functional objects for contemporary homes
Mr. Stalin said on Labour Day that workers dignity, rights, and fair compensation remain central to the governments approach
The State landed an estimated 6.85 lakh tonnes of fish, a slight increase from 2024 when it was 6.79 lakh tonnes, despite facing two cyclones; it surpassed Gujarat that landed 6.43 lakh tonnes
The 1,000-crore project has made very little progress, with the DPR prepared only now, says activist Dayanand Krishnan. A proposal has been made to develop Perambur railway station into fourth terminal
The system will come into force for the vote-counting to be held on May 4 for the Assemblies elections in Tamil Nadu and three other States and the Union Territory of Puducherry and the by-elections from seven Assembly constituencies in five States.
A total of 3,305 students from 88 schools across Tamil Nadu appeared for the Class 12 exams. While girls achieved a pass percentage of 99.93%, 99.89% of boys passed
He was released on bail a few days ago, and was apprehended at Bengaluru International Airport while attempting to escape to Bangkok
From Rajasthani ker sangri to Chettinad desserts, this monthly Chennai potluck brings home chefs together to share regional cuisines, stories and a sense of community
It was introduced for students of government and government-aided schools in 2017. They say a year-long course will be more beneficial as it will help them practise concept-based questions
The leadless pacemaker corrects the hearts rhythm, preventing episodes such as fainting caused by slow or irregular heartbeats
On Wednesday, the Koyambedu market received only 300 truckloadsof vegetables compared to the usual 400, as arrivals from A.P. , Karnataka dipped
On approval, the State government will sign the MoU with Southern Railway; the takeover process will go on for two years; the govt. has also been in talks with multilateral banks to seek funding for implementing the project, according to sources
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The verification exercise was conducted on April 24 across all 152 Assembly constituencies in West Bengal and 234 constituencies in Tamil Nadu, in the presence of general observers and candidates or their representatives

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