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Archaeologists find a brick stepwell that may date back by 2,500 years
A 32-year-old man spent two years in Salem Central Prison after being accused of raping and impregnating a minor. Refusing bail, he insisted on being declared innocent by the court. A recent DNA test confirmed that he was not the father of the child, leading to his acquittal by a Pocso court.
A division bench of Justice Anita Sumanth and Justice Sunder Mohan passed the order on a plea moved by Mohamed Sameer seeking to produce his father Zahir Hussain and set him at liberty.
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Former DMK minister Anitha Radhakrishnan was arrested after his anticipatory bail plea was rejected, with the MLA claiming he was pressured to join the ruling TVK and his arrest followed his refusal. DMK leaders, including MK Stalin and Kanimozhi, condemned the arrest as political vendetta and questioned the government's selective actions. The case stems from alleged defamatory remarks against the chief minister.
Chennai is experiencing a surge in popularity for Mahjong, a 200-year-old Chinese tile game. Once obscure, it's now a fervent pastime in clubs and homes, attracting mostly women aged 35 and above. This strategic game, akin to rummy, offers mental stimulation and social connection, replacing traditional games like bridge. Workshops and informal clubs are flourishing, indicating Mahjong's growing appeal as a lifestyle choice.
DMK leader and former minister Anitha R. Radhakrishnan was arrested today after the Madras High Court denied his anticipatory bail. The arrest follows alleged inflammatory comments made by Radhakrishnan targeting TVK president and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay at a public gathering. Police took him into custody following the court's decision, with investigations continuing.
The event celebrated the spirit of fitness, sustainable mobility and community engagement.
A dozen states post double-digit EV penetration; Assam and Odisha near 20%