BOXAM Elite 2026: Lovlina starts with win, Hitesh marches on
In the womens 75kg category, Lovlina pips Ukraines Olha Pylypchuk 5:0; In the mens 70kg section, Hitesh wins Canadas Vincent Santoriello 5:0
Hockey India names 24-member squad for Pro League
While Pawan Malik gets a chance in the goal, defender and drag-flicker Amandeep Lakra has earned a call-up after an impressive outing in the Hockey India League, where he was adjudged the Player of the Tournament.
Four-star Kerala demolishes Punjab, sets up summit clash with Services
Riyas stars with a brace for the seven-time champion while Ajsal and Viknesh score one apiece; Harjit being sent off in the 72nd minute compounds the opponents woes: Abhisheks double seals the fate of Railways in the first last-four encounter; final to be played on Sunday
Should the Governors address be scrapped?
MPs join call for reinstatementof rusticated JNU students
The free press dies in broad daylight
The fate ofThe Washington Postserves as a cautionary tale
He always wanted us to attack: Shanaka on Rathour
Vikram Rathour being a good addition to our side, Shanaka said while addressing a captains day event alongside seven other skippers from participating teams
Plasticwaste major challenge in making Delhi clean: CM
Delhi HC directs CBSE to rectify subject discrepancies of Class 12 students
Two arrested for writing pro-Khalistan slogans ahead of R-Day
Reduction in air pollution isnt a victory, but a positive sign
Development and employment in NCR, home to eight crore people, must be balanced with the need for clean air, says Central pollution panel official Tarun Kumar Pithode
Fifty years ago | Harold Macmillan to visit Madras
A hundred years ago | Control of Buddha Gaya
Samsung Innovation Campus certifies 2,000 youth in Karnataka
1,100 students certified in Artificial Intelligence and 900 in Coding & Programming
CM Stalin inaugurates citys secondpedestrian plaza on Khader Nawaz Khan Road
The GCC implemented the project at 19.81 cr. The plaza in Nungambakkam features play areas and walkway for persons with disabilities. Shop owners expect the number of visitors to increase
Habitual offenders in North-East Bengaluru to be placed under surveillance: DCP
India must scale up non-animal methods for pre-clinical drug testing, say experts
We've been able to build depth in squad: Australia captain Marsh on absence of Cummins, Hazlewood
Cummins was ruled out of the marquee event with a back strain and Hazlewood will miss a couple of matches in the group phase because of an Achilles niggle
Foundation stone laid for 310-crore Guindy-Velachery flyover
Department of Posts to introduce 24-hour, 48-hour speed post services in Chennai this month
TN BJP revises manifesto panels tour plan
TN leads in number of accidents on national highways, says Centre
India game not in our control, it's government's decision: Pakistan skipper Salman Agha
Salman Agha said in the event of India and Pakistan clashing in the knockouts, his team will again abide by the decision taken by the Pakistan government
BBC-1 to be completed over next year and a half: DKS
AIADMK announces stir against DMK governments move on new rural job guarantee scheme
Two persons arrested for throwing country-made bombs into house in Maduravoyal
T.N.s first glow garden opens at Mamallapuram
An amphitheatre, food kiosks, selfie points, walkways lined with artificial trees, plants and flowers, and seats that light up are among the features of the garden that has come up onTTDCland
I wanted a new challenge and a new opportunity to make an impact in a new league: David Harte
The Irish shot-stopper, who rates Tamil Nadu Dragons teammate Prince Deep highly, talks about the evolution of goalkeeping, the value of experience and enjoying the pressure moments
Woman rowdy sheeter arrested under KCOCA in kidnapping case
TMCgovt. hikes monthly aid for women, unveils scheme for unemployed
4.06-lakh-croreinterim budget tabled ahead of West Bengal Assembly election; under BanglarYubaSathi, monthly allowance of 1,500 will be given to jobless youth;BJPterms it a deception
Feminichi Fatima to open 81st Rasmi film festival on February 6
Maoist killed, C-60 commando injured in encounter in Gadchiroli; two Maoist camps destroyed
The operation involving 14 C-60 units under SDPO Bhamragd began near Phodewada village on Gadchiroli-Narayanpur border after specific intelligence was received on Tuesday (February 3, 2026) evening about the presence of ultras of company number 10 of the outlawed Communist Party of India (Maoist), an official said
The fading of Indias environmental jurisprudence
The higher judiciary appears to be aiding a watering down of environmental protection
T.N. should pursue project to link Godavari and Cauvery to address water needs: VIT Chancellor
Sri Lankas 78th I-Day Celebrated in Chennai
The Deputy High Commissioner expressed gratitude to the government and people of India for their continued support and acknowledged the contributions of the Sri Lankan community and well-wishers in Tamil Nadu towards relief efforts.
Mobile phone ban in Himachal Pradesh schools from March 1
Farmers stage protest againstIndia-U.S. trade deal across Punjab
More money for defence, now fix the process
A defence Budget has to be seen as tool that powers growth
Intent and outcome: On Indias climate budget for 2026-27
India must match its climate ambitions with higher allocations
Opposition slams Tamil Nadu Ministers remarks on North Indian migrant workers
The comments drew a sharp rebuke from the BJP, which accused the ruling DMK of inciting hatred; AIADMK calls remarks highly condemnable; DMK defended the Minister, claiming he was contrasting the state of development in the respective regions
More, and less: On Budget 2026 and health-care spending
The health-care component of Budget 2026 is a mixed bag
e-DAR, an online system aimed at faster, more efficient reporting and processing of road accident cases, was inaugurated in Karnataka
Ponnam Prabhakar flays BJPs move to rope in Pawan Kalyan for civic poll campaign in Telangana
Indias strategic future lies in universities, innovation hubs, says IGCAR former Director
Young Researchers Conclave features Young Scientists sessions and live demonstrations and advanced rocket kit launches
GVMCs 4,180 crore budget a boost to Vizags infrastructure growth, says CREDAI
HC seeks feasibility study on AIIMS
Amendment to panchayat raj Act to introduce ballot papers
Cabinet clears AI-powered software to identify hate speech, misinformation and malicious campaigns
Patil says there will be no human interference in this, and that no party or government will benefit
Amit Shah launches Bharat Taxi: How will drivers benefit?
Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched Bharat Taxi, Indias first cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, after a successful two-month pilot run.
Excise nod for 27 notified bars in Vizag
DISCOMs and the road ahead | Explained
DISCOMs show improvement in performance, recording a positive turnaround marked by reduced AT&C losses, a narrowed ACS-ARR gap and improved financial discipline; however, many utilities continue to rely on tariff subsidies and loss takeovers by State governments, underscoring the scope for further improvement
UPSC expands conditions for attempting CSEs after being allotted for IPS, Group A Services
Face authentication of candidates at exam venues, live photo capture during form filling made mandatory; many point out notification riddled with spelling mistakes
Lupin launches generic seizure drug in U.S.
Swadeshabhimani-Kesari award presented to Malayinkeezhu Gopalakrishnan
Vignan Mahotsav 2K26 organised in Guntur
Over 80 competitions were being conducted as part of the festival
Sri Lankan diplomat lauds Indian government, people for relief efforts following Cyclone Ditwah
He also refers to the Sri Lankan governments commitment to relief, rehabilitation, and climate-resilient development after the cyclone
Rajya Sabha adopts Motion to Thank President, Opposition raises questions on U.S. trade deal
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi says even EAM had been unaware of the details of the trade deal; BJP MP Maya Naroliya says under the Modi government, the allocation to agriculture sector increased
Congress takes out march to condemn Union government for diluting MGNREGA
While speaking at a meeting, TNCC president K. Selvaperunthagai says leaders, including Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, have expressed concerns about the dilution of MGNREGA, both inside and outside Parliament
She says the probe has suggested that the complainants allegation that Ajith Kumar stole her jewellery was false
NHRC issues notice over allegations of exploitation, forced religious conversion of women at gyms
The Commission directs Chief Secretaries of States, Union Territories to form guidelines/policy/registration norms and standards for such establishments
No takers for 57-lakh truss work at Mundamveli apartments
The truss installation was cleared after a three-member panel, including an expert from IIT Madras, conducted a structural stability analysis in August 2025
Prostitution racket busted in Kondapur, two held
Government working on a roadmap to help people return home: Manipur CM
SRM University-A.P. invites applications for M.Tech courses, deadline February 15
Candidates can submit their applications forms by visiting the official werbsite https://applications.srmap.edu.in/m-tech
PM Modi slams Congress for insulting President Murmu
Joint statement on India-U.S. trade deal soon, legal agreement by March, says Piyush Goyal
India and the U.S. will finalise and sign a joint statement regarding the first tranche of a Bilateral Trade Agreement in the next 4-5 days, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on February 5, 2026.
Income tax dept threatens to auction Jayalalithaa's assets for dues
I eat 2kg gaalis [abuse] everyday: PM Modi reveals his health secret
Encyclopedia of Singapore Tamils Launched: Documenting 200 Years of Community History
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.
Reliance buys 2 million barrels of Venezuelan oil
Reliance, which operates the worlds biggest refining complex, has bought Venezuelan crude for April delivery at a discount of around $6.5-$7 per barrel to ICE Brent, the trade sources said
Can India Become a Global Hub for Higher Education as Foreign Universities Flock In?
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.
TVK will win all 234 assembly seats in TN; Vijay will be CM: Sengottaiyan
Ranji Trophy: MP takes on J&K in an intriguing battle for a semifinal berth
Flight booked and we are going to Colombo, saysSuryakumar Yadav
Underpass connecting NH 66 and Baikampady Industrial Area to be built soon, says NHAI
Deputy Commissioner H. V. Darshan directs NHAI to complete 24 road safety works in consultation with traffic police by March-end
India-U.S. trade deal provides much-needed macro predictability: Nasscom U.S. CEO Forum
AI is unlikely to be adopted as a simple out-of-the-box solution in large enterprises, says Nasscom
Mangaluru police arrest six youths for drug peddling
Balloon Safari trial launched in city outskirts
BIFFes 2026: Experts discuss growing momentum of vertical filmmaking
At Bengaluru International Film Festival, a panel discussion shines spotlight on vertical filmmaking, the fresh storytelling style designed for mobile screens
UN human rights agency in 'survival mode': chief
In 2025, the UN Human Rights Office's regular budget set by the UN General Assembly of member states was $246 million, but it ultimately received only $191.5 million of that money.
Experts prepare to tranquilise tiger after second cattle kill
Pune-based RESQ experts joined the monitoring exercise and Hyderabad-based HyTICOs experts will join the operation on Friday; The tiger moved along the borders of Konaseema, Kakinada by Thursday night
695 pilgrims selected for free accommodation at Nizams Makkah Rubath
Estimates Committee inspects various ongoing projects in Madurai city
New roads and widening projects planned to ease traffic congestion in Thoothukudi city
