Where to find iftar specials across Chennai
Across Chennai, iftar is no longer just a moment to break the fast it has grown into a city-wide celebration of snacks, regional flavours and shared traditions.
In some areas, the guidance value of land may be around 2 lakh, while the actual market value ranges between 70 lakh and 80 lakh, said the Minister
Iran says it will target U.S.-Israeli economic, banking interests in region
Iranian Bank Sepah was hit overnight in Tehran
LPG cylinder shortage: Nearly 90% of hotels in Shivamogga to close down operations on March 12
The Shivamogga City Hotel Owners Association, which met in Shivamogga on March 11, discussed the shortage of LPG cylinders at length
Pondicherry University, Zoho Corporation sign pact for collaborative research
Leaders said they were dedicating the road to the public without waiting for a formal inauguration, asserting that the project was completed through the efforts and intervention of the State government
All you need to know about: passive euthanasia
Oscars 2026: Meet Geeta Gandbhir, the director with two separate Oscar-nominated films
Geeta Gandbhir, the Indian-origin American filmmaker is waves at this years Oscars with not one, but two nominations. Her documentaries, The Perfect Neighbor and The Devil is Busy are in the race for the Academy Award
GBA marks a decade in Chinas Government Work Report, economic growth tops 60%
GUANGZHOU, China,March 11, 2026/PRNewswire/ --News report from South.
West Asia crisis: Two drones fall in vicinity of Dubai airport
The attack resulted in moderate injuries to one Indian national
Class 9 Student Allegedly Gang-Raped In Tamil Nadu, 2 Arrested
According to police sources, the survivor was travelling with two friends on a motorbike when they were chased by the suspects on another motorcycle.
Women riders from the Northeast champion a cleaner Himalayas
Backed by Royal Enfield Social Mission, seven riders from Northeast India promote sustainable waste practices in mountain communities
Animation film Mini and the Rockstars shows why rocks are the real stars of the ecosystem
Written and directed by Hyderabad-based Gunjan Ashtaputre and Aishwarya Yerra, the film hopes to appeal to people of all ages
Annas Archive shadow library search engine sued by U.S. publishing group
Annas Archive was sued by members of a U.S. publishing group that claimed it continues to foster piracy on an astronomical scale even after a previous order
PM Modi holds roadshow in Kochi ahead of 10,800-crore project inauguration
Modi waved at party workers and supporters as he travelled in an open vehicle from near the entrance of the stadium to the venue of the inauguration of the developmental projects
Wife among four arrested for murder of priest in Srirangapatna
The police learnt that his wife was allegedly in an illicit relationship with Harish, a tipper lorry driver from the same village
SC passive euthanasia verdict: What happened to Harish Rana?
This is the first time the Supreme Court has allowed the use of passive euthanasia to alleviate the suffering of a person
Ex-diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu sworn in as Delhi L-G
Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya administered the oath of office and secrecy to Mr. Sandhu
LPG crisis: Kerala CM urges Centre to subsidise cooking gas
Pinarayi Vijayan says Centres decision to hike cooking gas prices, including for households, will exacerbate the cost-of-living crisis and upend family budgets
'NDA Vs Tamil Nadu': Poster War Emerges In Tamil Nadu Ahead Of PM Modi's Visit
The DMK has framed this election as a struggle between the NDA and the state of Tamil Nadu.
Meghalaya CM announces postponement of April 10 polls to Garo Hills council due to violence
The situation in West Garo Hills remained calm but tense on Wednesday (March 11, 2026), with the district administration extending the curfew till midnight of March 13 and continuing the suspension of mobile internet services, officials said
Ground-breaking for AM/NS steel plant on March 23: Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu
The Kadapa Steel Plant works would begin soon, CM Chandrababu Naidu said, and expressed the governments wish to complete them both by March 2028
Government school teacher, headmaster arrested under POCSO Act in Tiruchi
Ek Din trailer: Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi turn lovers for a day in dreamy romantic-drama
Directed by Sunil Pandey, the film is produced by Aamir Khan Productions
CPI(M) State secretary M.V. Govindan says Centres right-wing politics-driven discrimination against Kerala was highly evident in the NH-66 episode
Former panchayat president hacked to death by gang in Virudhunagar district
When he was near Villipathiri, an armed gang waylaid him at around 9 p.m. They pushed him off the bike and attacked him with weapons. He died on the spot, and the gang fled the scene
Tamil Nadu Assembly election: Sowmiya Anbumani likely to enter the fray in a PMK stronghold
Highly placed sources in the PMK reiterated that Dr. Anbumani has a very good equation with the AIADMK and BJP and has managed to rule out the inclusion of his father S. Ramadoss in the National Democratic Alliance
Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu to review flagship schemes at Collectors Conference
Chandrababu Naidu will review implementation of various flagship schemes of the coalition government and maintenance of law and order among other things
CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) CEO Kasi Viswanathan said that veteran wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni is likely to play all matches in the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) while also stating that a final decision of his playing role will be taken by the team management. The 19th edition of the IPL is set to begin on March 28, and all franchises have already begun their training camps to prepare for the cash-rich event. Players who were a part of the recently concluded T20 World Cup will soon join their respective franchises and start training for the tournament. With CSK legend Dhoni set to appear in the IPL 2026 for the Men in Yellow, there were concerns about the wicketkeeper-batter participating in all the games, given his age. However, Kasi debunked all such concerns and said, He will play all the matches, according to me. Asked what role hes likely to takeup in the tournament, with another keeper-batter Samson now in the team, he added, That I cannot say. That is a cricketing decision which will be taken by the cricketing staff. Not by the administrative staff. So they will decide whether he is going to play as a batsman or as a wicketkeeper-batter, or as an impact player. The tournaments schedule is likely to be announced on Thursday, keeping in mind the electoral process thats set to begin in the country. Kasi confirmed that the five-time champions will play all their home matches in Chennai, saying, We are supposed to play only in Tamil Nadu only. So we are waiting for the schedule to be announced by the BCCI. Asked what role hes likely to takeup in the tournament, with another keeper-batter Samson now in the team, he added, That I cannot say. That is a cricketing decision which will be taken by the cricketing staff. Not by the administrative staff. So they will decide whether he is going to play as a batsman or as a wicketkeeper-batter, or as an impact player. Also Read: Live Cricket Score When asked about the players preparations in the camp, he said, Practice is going on well, no problems so far. Article Source: IANS
The Uncut Diamond: Book explores the life of pioneering physicist and meteorologist Anna Mani
Researcher and writer Asha Gopinathan speaks about delving into the life of trailblazing physicist Anna Mani in her book Anna Mani: The Uncut Diamond, and the pioneering meteorologists Chennai connection
Whats missing in the conversations about the HPV vaccine? Men
The most common misconception about HPV is that if you do not have a cervix, you are safe. Scientifically, this is far from the truth. In men, persistent high-risk HPV infection is responsible for a significant percentage of penile, anal, and oropharyngeal cancers
Heatwave conditions likely in parts of Maharashtra, rain predicted in three division
According to IMD officials, a cyclonic circulation over South Jharkhand and adjoining North Chhattisgarh, combined with a trough line extending through Vidarbha, is influencing the weather pattern
Girls football match in Kolkata becomes reminder of struggles forwomen claiming space in sports
Players and organisers point to a lack of playground access and social resistance
PDG Targets USD 5 Billion Debt Raise
Expands HoldCo Facility to USD 750 Million and Converts to Sustainability-Linked Structure
108 Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh
Among the surrendered guerrillas, six were divisional commanders carrying a reward of eight lakh each
Madras High Court urged to take suo motu cognisance of sexual offences against children in T.N.
Chief Justices Bench asks a 73-year-old advocate to file a PIL petition based on available materials and says, it will consider it appropriately
Additional measures to ensure domestic LPG supplies likely in Telangana
Increase in spacing between two supplies, supply of refills with 10-kg cooking gas may be evaluated if the situation West Asia war triggered prolongs
Drinking water supplied once in five days, residents of Secunderabad Cantonment Ward-5 raise alarm
Watch: Trump reveals Texas refinery plan, calls Reliance investment tremendous
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new oil refinery project in Brownsville, Texas, under the America First Refining initiative.
Devotees arriving in two-wheelers, four-wheelers and other private vehicles, except KSRTC buses, must park their vehicles at the Forest Department check-post
Section of TN hotels declare holiday citing shortage of LPG cylinders
Chennai: A section of hotels and restaurants operating in Chennai and parts of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday, March 11, declared a holiday following the lack of commercial LPG supply to the establishments, employees said. Early morning customers who had come for tea and coffee expressed disappointment over the closure of the hotels and expressed hope Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Eastern Railway felicitates women workforce for exemplary service
Eastern Railway appreciated women holding critical job roles in the railways like loco-pilots, guards, station managers, ticket collectors, booking clerks and more
Kochi Mayor V.K. Minimol says move is not politically motivated but carried out strictly in compliance with Kerala High Court directions
Watch: U.S. must pull back instead of tailing Israel | The Hindu Editorial
If Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu continue this war, the global economy will come under even greater stress. Whether they realise their grave miscalculation or not, the way forward is not more bombing. This war must be brought to an end immediately.
The shortage has affected over 10 lakh residents across more than 11,000 PGs and hostels in Hyderabad, with many reporting a complete halt in LPG supply and zero stock, say Association members
Opponent explores the life of a boxer who accidentally kills his opponent during a match, which completely turns his life around. The short film won four honours at the television awards
Supreme Court allows withdrawal of life support to 31-year-old man in coma for over 12 years
J.B. Pardiwala and K.V. Viswanathan said the withdrawal of life support must not be a single act but a structured and clearly articulated withdrawal
Sandowitch brings pocket-friendly, comfort food to Bengaluru
Polymarket turns to Palantir for sports betting integrity
Polymarket allows users to buy and sell shares tied to the probability of real-world events, from election outcomes to military strikes
Freediving workshops in Hyderabad introduce the art of diving on a single breath
Instructor Shubham Pandey teaches breath control, relaxation techniques and the mental discipline required to stay underwater without oxygen tanks
Opposition leaders have complained about the vacant deputy Speaker post, microphones being switched off, Opposition members being disallowed to speak, and mass suspensions, among major issues
ED attaches 50 properties worth 29.76crorein illegal surrogacy and child traffickingcase
Priyanka Mohan on how filming Made In Korea was an experience to cherish
Ahead of the release of Netflixs cross-cultural project Made in Korea, we speak to Priyanka Arul Mohan and director Ra Karthik about filming in Seoul, working with a Korean cast and crew, and how the film felt like a journey of discovery
Kerala CM, Ministers to skip PM Modis official event in Kochi over exclusion of PWD Minister
According to government sources, the Chief Minister won't attend the event, though his name is included in the programme schedule. However, no particular reason was cited for his decision to skip the event
With job prospects declining, B.Coms attraction maybe slipping
Data from the All India Survey on Higher Education (202122) shows that B.Com remains the third most preferred undergraduate programme, with 43.4 lakh students enrolled nationwide, accounting for 13.1% of all undergraduate enrolments.
With AI, Karnataka is entering a new phase of industrial transformation: Minister M.B. Patil
Trust around AI must be built through strong ethical frameworks, transparent governance, and accountability
Amazon targeting $37 billion in bond sale amid AI push
The sale attracted about $126 billion of peak demand for bonds in the U.S., a source familiar with the matter said
Rally in Mysuru marks Tibetan National Uprising Day
The rally marked the 67th anniversary of the illegal invasion and ongoing occupation of Tibet
Opposition MLAs express concern over drone survey of properties in Bengaluru
BJP member C.K. Ramamurthy claimed that the drone survey had caused panic among residents
Meta to acquire Moltbook, the social network for AI agents
Meta is acquiring Moltbook, a social network where AI agents post and chat with each other
Supreme Court to pronounce judgment on withdrawal of life support to a 31-year-old man
The judgment by a Bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K.V. Viswanathan may decisively draw the boundaries for when to allow natural death to take over
What is cheaper to cook with, LPG or induction?
A gas flame is more inefficient because it loses nearly 60% of its heat to the surrounding air, but that is not the full picture
Microsoft urges Pentagon to pause blacklisting Anthropic
Anthropic's Claude is the Pentagon's most widely-deployed frontier AI model and the only such model currently operating on its classified systems
Lack of lighting, except for a scatter of pathetically few high-mast lamps, and a ridiculously low median make Vandalur-KelambakkamRoad one of the deadliest corridors in Chennai
A commercial LPG shortage is impacting corporate canteens, hostels, and wedding halls across Chennai. Hostels are already rationing services, with some facilities halting coffee, tea, and certain dishes due to soaring cylinder prices. Wedding caterers are discussing adjustments with clients, while hospitals, though currently stable, anticipate potential disruptions and are considering menu simplifications and shifts to electric cooking.
West Asia unrest triggers LPG crunch, Chennai hotels warn of shutdown if supplies dont resume
Chennai's hotels and eateries face an LPG crisis, with many threatening to close by Tuesday night due to supply cuts. Oil companies have reduced deliveries of commercial cylinders, impacting over 10,000 establishments. The Chennai Hotels Association has appealed to the Prime Minister and Chief Minister for urgent intervention to restore gas supplies and prevent widespread shutdowns.
VIT-AP University to collaborate with EESL to promote energy efficiency on campus
The announcement was made during the ongoing Energy Conservation Week at the VIT-AP campus in Amaravati.
Champions League: Ruthless Atletico punish Tottenham errors in 5-2 rout
Goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky gets substituted after errors lead to Atleticos first three goals
New Amrit Bharat Express trains to link Hyderabads Cherlapalli with Nagercoil, Kamakhya
Hyderabad: Indian Railways on Tuesday announced the introduction of two Amrit Bharat Express trains from Cherlapalli near Hyderabad one connecting Cherlapalli with Nagercoil in Tamil Nadu and another linking Cherlapalli with Kamakhya in Assam, a major pilgrimage destination in the Northeast. Railway officials said the new services are aimed at improving long-distance connectivity and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kim Jong Un, daughter watch North Korea's cruise missile tests
The girl, reportedly named Kim Ju Ae and about 13, has accompanied her father at numerous prominent events, and is likely to be designated his heir
More women deleted from rolls in most States after SIR
Tamil Nadu is the only major State where the gender ratio improved slightly, despite the State recording one of the largest reductions in total electors
Sivaji Ganesans gift of baby elephant to American children and his U.S. visit as state guest
Sivaji Ganesan was invited to the United States as part of the U.S.India Cultural Exchange Programme. During the trip, Sivaji was treated as a state guest, assigned two officials to assist him, and given a daily allowance of $160, a considerable sum at the time.
How the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran is exposing Indias LPG dependence | Data
The ongoing conflict in the region has disrupted supplies, forcing price hikes and emergency measures which could fall on Indian oil marketing companies tab
Macron to host G7 leaders call on Iran crisis, energy prices
Benchmark oil prices surged to almost four-year highs on March 9 but prices plummeted 11% on March 10
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Bumrah,Chandraand the electricity of the unorthodox
We must ask ourselves if there is such a thing as an unplayable ball, which by definition is successful one hundred percent of the time
Vijay vets fan club heads, local body poll winners for poll tickets
Tenure in TN was golden period of my life, says Ravi
At least six dead after postal bus bursts into flames in Switzerlands Kerzers
Authorities said in a statement that an unspecified voluntary act could be the cause of the fire.
Kashmir banks on almond and tulip blooms to revive tourism hit after Pahalgam terror attack
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is set to inaugurate a spring festival later this week at Srinagars Badamwari, an almond garden that offers mesmerising blooming pink and white flowers
Bihar revenue officers association expresses objection over Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinhas remarks
Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha had said that some office bearers associated with the federation were allegedly acting as agents of land mafias; warned Circle Officers to call off strikes
UAE confirms six-month strategic stockpile of essential goods
Policy covers nine key commodities: cooking oil, eggs, dairy products, rice, sugar, poultry, legumes, bread, and wheat, whose prices cannot be increased without prior approval
U.S. military destroys at least 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Trump earlier said he had no reports that Iran had either started or was on the verge of mining the Strait of Hormuz
Collectors to face action if police use orderlies
Chennai woman kills drunk, harassing husband
