U.S. pushes oil majors to invest big in Venezuela if they want to recover debts
In the 2000s, Venezuela expropriated the assets of some international oil companies that declined to give the state-run oil company PDVSA increased operational control, as demanded by late Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez
U.S. President Donald Trump warned that she may have to pay a bigger price than Maduro if she does not cooperate with the United States
Gold, silver prices may cool off
To summarise, both gold and silver are in an overbought zone, warranting a cool off in the near term
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Uses of systematic investment, transfer plans
Both these are methods of investment and not an investment product per se; understanding the nuances of the two concepts would help you to deploy them to your benefit
DMK runs Tamil Nadu on 20% cut money, says Amit Shah at mega rally
Addressing a massive BJP rally, Shah accused the DMK of dynasty politics, anti-Hindu actions, failure to protect women, farmers and workers, and turning the state into a biomedical waste dumping ground
Secondary grade teachers form human chain to demand equal pay for equal work on 10th day of protest
As schools reopen on Monday, the teachers are resolute in continuing the protest
Unusual genetic code in Antarctic microbes yields rare amino acid
A new and first of its kind study could help scientists engineer proteins with functional advantages that have been hitherto unknown, and could pave the way for new bioengineering where researchers can manipulate bacteria to produce useful materials, independent experts said
Chidambaram: TAPS will add to financial burden but feasible
OPS seeks 20 seats, TVK offers him 15; DMK-alliance in talks
Pongal gift: DMK allies hail; opposition parties criticise
A Guru unnerved by oppression and tyranny
Dream to make Udhaya CM will never come true: Shah
North Korea test-fires hypersonic missiles: state media
The missiles hit targets about 1,000 km (621 miles) away, over the sea east of North Korea, KCNA said
AIADMK calls for safety audit of medicines in Puducherry
NCR citizens seek UNESCO Protected Biosphere Reserve tag for Aravallis
The participants also demanded that all construction and mining activities and coal-fired power plants not adhering to international clean emissions standards be shut till the AQI in NCR came down to 50
Many participate in pallankuzhi contest in Mylapore
Vincent DSouza, director of thefestival,said that concerts will be held at theKapaleeswararTemple from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. from January 8 to 11
Makeshift eateries encroach upon Uthandi residential areas
Despite restoration efforts, sewage continues to kill Chitlapakkam lake
Trumps list of nations whose immigrants receive welfare in U.S. does not mention India
The Immigrant Welfare Recipient Rates by Country of Origin list has about 120 nations and territories, including Pakistan and Bangladesh
Sea turtle hatcheries set up along Chennai coast
Redressal forums of power consumers lack representatives
Centre relaxes norms for start-ups to avail funds from DSIR
Union Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh announced the removal of the three-year viability criteria for deep-tech start-ups to avail financial assistance of up to 1 crore from DSIR
Denmark PM Frederiksen urges Trump to stop threats to take over Greenland
The Arctic islands strategic position between Europe and North America makes it a key site for the U.S. ballistic missile defence system
Last 16 victims of Switzerland bar fire identified: police
This means all 40 victims of the blaze, which broke out at the Constellation bar early on January 1, have now been identified
NDA will increase vote share and seats in 2026 Assembly election in Puducherry, says Kishan Reddy
100s of schools yet to get RTE reimbursement
Kotturpuram Urban Forest footpath turns tipplers den
Fifty years ago | Foreign specialists to study SITE
45-yr-old man kills elderly woman for gold; nabbed
Two men die as van rams parked lorry
Class XI student dead, two friends injured as bike collides with car
Delhi govt. to declare rabies notifiable disease to prevent deaths, improve surveillance
Tapovan tree felling plan brings Sena factions on the samepage against BJP
Man found dead in Connaught Place hotel; probe under way
Winter Session begins today; CAG reports, air pollution crisis likely to be debated
Goa nightclub fire victims kin seek death sentence for co-owners
A hundred years ago | Protection for the ship-building trade
Pvt contractors to handle bulk waste in city from March
Commuters struggle as busy Guindy Race Course Road bus stop has no seats, CCTV
Quite corners to read, bamboo seats to soon welcome you at Marina 2.0
Liverpool denied at Fulham by Reed screamer, Manchester United held at Leeds
Liverpool remain in fourth place on 34 points from 20 games, 14 behind leaders Arsenal and three ahead of fifth-placed Manchester United who once again fell short
DUs North campus to get its first Pink Booth at Miranda House
Hubris and caution Chinas posture as 2026 begins
The Chinese leadership is aware of structural challenges at home and in a difficult international environment; India must be alert and strategically patient
Parliamentary panel to review U.S. tariff impact in Tamil Nadu
Olive Ridley nests moved to hatchery this nesting season
CM announced cash gift for Pongal in fear of defeat: Anbumani
DMK govt. failed to fulfil poll promises, alleges L. Murugan
Security camps, the game-changer in the Maoist fight
The advantages have been many, helping the civil administration reach out to local populations
Stalin, Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasanpay tributes to AVM Saravanan
Rajendra Singh inspects Tamirabharani river, recommends steps for restoration
Man dies after being hit by two-wheeler
The struggle to count womens labour
Recognising womens labour requires a major policy shift
Despite Shahs NDA govt. stand, EPS says AIADMK will form govt. on its own
No one is safe under the DMK regime and people are living in fear. But, the Chief Minister is not worried about this; upcoming poll will end dynasty politics in T.N., says the AIADMK chief
Rubio says U.S. won't govern Venezuela but will press for changes through oil blockade
Deposed Venezuela leader is due to make his first appearance Monday (January 5) in Manhattan's federal court
Letters to The Editor January 5, 2025
High and dry: On gig workers, social security
Social security for gig workers needs to be made accessible and secure in practice
Stone-pelting during religious procession in J.J. Nagar; case registered
Blessed with smarts and skill, Shreyas at the peak of his prowess
Walking in at No. 4 in ODIs can be tricky but the Mumbaikar made that spot his own before an injury at the SCG ruled him out of action; back in the side for the series against NZ as Gills deputy, the middle-order batter would be keen to hit form ahead of the 2027 WC
Trump warns Venezuelas V-P Delcy Rodrguez in magazine interview
The U.S. President also said other countries may be subject to American intervention. We do need Greenland, absolutely, he said of the island that is part of Denmark, a NATO country
Shah: NDA Will Rule TN from 26
Amit Shah asserted that it was now the turn of Tamil Nadu and West Bengal to record victories for the BJP.
WPL | Onus on overseas stars to shine for Giants
People warned against riding without helmets
The support Im getting here gives me a lot of confidence, saysAmandeep
National boxing championship starts four hours late
Radio frequency loss grounds flights in Greece, stranding thousands
Some overflights across Greek and regional airspace were still being serviced, but restrictions were imposed on airport operations for safety reasons, Greeces civil aviation authority said
BJP leaders call to lock up Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries during polls sparks row in West Bengal
TMCs Abhishek Banerjee accuses BJP of indulging in feudal and patriarchal barbarism by urging husbands to lock up their wives at home, so women empowered by Lakshmir Bhandar cant step out to vote.
CPI(M) protests against U.S. attack on Venezuela
Israeli forces kill three Palestinians in Gaza, local authorities say
Medics reported that the dead included a 15-year-old boy, a fisherman killed outside areas still occupied by Israel in the enclave, and a third man who was shot and killed east of the city in areas under Israeli control
Aircraft manufacturers must deliver on time to the IAF: Air Chief Marshal
IAF Chief congratulates ADA for 25 years of LCA Tejas; DRDO chair stresses importance of developing indigenous cutting-edge technology to minimise Indias dependence on imports
AIPTF not member of any national level JAC, says office-bearer
U.S. snatches Maduro in raid on Caracas: what we know sofar
The U.S. apprehends Nicols Maduro to face charges of drug trafficking and narco-terrorism, following months of pressure on Venezuela; Republican hawks hope for regime change, but most of the government and military remain intact; removing Maduro alone is unlikely to transform politics and may spark challenges
Democratic U.S. lawmakers say they were misled on Venezuela
Senator Chuck Schumer says they had been kept in the dark, demands full briefings for all lawmakers; Congress to vote next week on limiting further military action in South American nation
Amit Shah dubsthe DMK government the most corrupt in the country
Its sole objective is to make Chief MinisterM.K. Stalin son Udhayanidhithe next Chief Minister. Time has come to wipe out the family rule in Tamil Nadu, the senior BJP leader and Union Home Minister says in Pudukottai
Single digit to scale: Tax relief to speed up EV push
Mens HIL: Tigers post a gritty win over Soorma
Kalinga Lancers fight back to outwit Ranchi Royals in an absorbing contest, thanks to drag-flicker Hendrickx and Gursahibjits twin goals
CITU calls upon workers to make February 12 general strike a big success
The five-day 18th CITU All India Conference ends with an impressive rally of thousands of workers and union leaders at Visakhapatnam culminating in a public meeting
Inspections at railway station parking lots flag safety concerns
Fire and Rescue Services inspections at parking facilities of Ernakulam Junction (South) and Ernakulam Town (North) stations flagged lapses such as lack of functional fire hydrants, outdated fire extinguishers and inadequate emergency preparedness
Eight-month-old baby rescued from alleged sacrifice ritual
Minister lays foundation stone for houses for mining-affected families
Zameer Ahmed Khan also inaugurates millets workshop in Ballari
India must unequivocally condemn U.S. attack on Venezuela: CPI leader Narayana
Residents protest for new vehicular subway on Chennai-Bengaluru Highway in Ambur
They want the underpass to curb accidents on an accident prone stretch on the narrow service lane. Municipal officials said the road crossing had been in use since it was a narrow single-lane road many years ago
Telangana to get energy efficiency boost under ADEETIE scheme
BRS MLC appears before SIT in phone tapping case
Four of a family injured in car-bus collision
You wish to hang Rahul, but we wish good health for KCR: Chamala tells KTR
Margazhi Utsavam begins at Vageesha Vidyashram
New dialysis centre inaugurated at R.S. Puram Urban Primary Health Centre in Coimbatore
North Paravur chairperson to seek public inputs on development priorities
