The Times of India

Excavations near Coimbatore have unveiled fascinating 'pit houses' from the Neolithic era, approximately 3,500 years old. These ancient dwellings, accompanied by grinding stones and the remains of infants, are believed to have been integral to an agro-pastoral society. The findings point to a lifestyle involving millet cultivation, livestock rearing, and hunting, with shell artifacts hinting at vibrant coastal trade networks.

Despite a power outage and heavy rain, eight-year-old chess prodigy Tamizh Amudhan played in an online championship from his dimly lit home. Using a candle and mobile torch, he even defeated World No. 7 Vincent Keymer before his laptop battery died. This remarkable feat highlights his dedication and passion for the game.

Krishnagiri, which has more than 33,000 hectares under mango cultivation, used to produce around 2,52,436 metric tonnes annually. More than one lakh farmers, including small, marginal and large growers, depend on mango farming for their livelihood. However, farmers said they faced repeated income losses over the past 10 years due to natural calamities, pest attacks and poor pricing.

MDMK MP Vaiko expressed skepticism about the accuracy of exit polls for the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections, noting their conflicting predictions. He also suggested actor Vijay's TVK could emerge as a significant force, potentially surprising voters, especially among students and first-time voters. Vaiko asserted the enduring strength of the Dravidian movement, dismissing any threat from the BJP.

Fire and rescue teams are intensively searching for the missing people.

A BJP functionary, who headed the partys legal wing till a few months ago, Paul Kanagaraj has more than 30 years of experience at the Bar.

Commenting on national media surveys, Chidambaram said both electronic and print media have increasingly turned opinion polls into a cottage industry.