The Times of India

Madras High Court has dismissed actor Vijay's plea challenging a Rs 1.5 crore penalty imposed by the income tax department. The department claimed Vijay failed to disclose Rs 15 crore income from the movie 'Puli' during the 2015-16 assessment period. The court concurred with the department's submissions, upholding the penalty.

Chennai is grappling with a confirmed H5N1 avian influenza outbreak following mysterious crow deaths. The highly pathogenic virus, with zoonotic potential, has prompted the Union Ministry to urge enhanced biosecurity and disinfection. While human transmission is rare, authorities advise vigilance for flu-like symptoms and safe handling of dead birds.

A groundbreaking online encyclopedia now chronicles the rich two-century history of Singapore Tamils. This 'living record,' developed with the National Library Board, features over 400 entries on notable individuals, organizations, and cultural contributions. It aims to preserve and share the community's significant achievements, including the first Tamil arrival in 1819 and modern-day milestones.

India is poised to become a global hub for higher education as new regulations allow top international universities to establish campuses. This initiative aims to democratize world-class learning for millions of Indian students, offering global degrees at local costs and fostering a seamless transition from education to employment.

Dr. Prathap C Reddy, Apollo Hospitals founder, advocates for preventive healthcare and medical tourism. He highlights Indians' high risk for non-communicable diseases, emphasizing lifestyle and medication control. Reddy's journey, from lobbying for duty-free equipment to pioneering health initiatives, underscores his vision for accessible, advanced Indian healthcare.

The court directed the petitioners husband, Sridhar Vembu, his siblings Radha Vembu, Sekar Vembu, and Kumar Vembu, Zoho Corporation Pvt Ltd, and 5 others to file their responses to the application by Feb 25.

Veteran educator S.S. Rajagopalan, instrumental in Tamil Nadu's Samacheer Kalvi system, passed away at 95. A former English and Math teacher, he championed mother tongue instruction and defended the state's syllabus standards. His contributions to education spanned four decades, including work with the All India Forum for Right Education.