U.S. midterm elections: Democrat Roy Cooper flips Republican-held US Senate seat in North Carolina
Cooper, a well-known former two-term Governor, defeated a hand-picked candidate of President Donald Trump after campaigning on the high cost of food and energy as Mr. Trumps approval ratings fell
In the Mahadevapura Assembly constituency, some voters were found listed in the final rolls with the same EPIC number in two different constituencies; in some other cases, voters were issued multiple EPIC IDs
Spains Transport Minister offers resignation after deadly train crash
Last week's crash, along with another disaster earlier this year, has overshadowed the campaign for the ballot, with PM Sanchez trailing in opinion polls
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
GRAP 2 restrictions in Delhi: Whats allowed and whats not
Delhi imposes GRAP Stage 2 restrictions as AQI hits very poor; bans for older vehicles, boosts parking fees, and encourages usage of public transport. Heres what allowed and whats not.
Driver who ran over M.P. police officer arrested
Special DG Upendra Jain told The Hindu that while arresting the driver is a priority, various teams are also looking for the other three accused of an interstate illicit liquor racket
Face recognition vans, drones deployed to secure Delhis Sadar Bazar ahead of Deepavali
With festive shopping drawing huge crowds to the Old Delhi wholesale market, police step up surveillance with paramilitary flag marches, watchtowers and round-the-clock deployment to prevent theft and manage congestion.
Israel attorney general asks intel services to provide proof of poll fraud
Head of Shin Bet, David Zini, a close associate of Israels Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, had requested to question the leaders of the Arab parties as part of an investigation
Posters showing Rahul Gandhi dozing off in Parliament surface in Kolkata
Putting up posters in such bad taste against someone who holds a national-level office is unacceptable, West Bengal Congress leadership says
Renewable capacity could grow 20% faster with reforms: IEA
Justice N. Anand Venkatesh suo motu impleads Higher Education Secretary as a respondent to a batch of applications filed by him and calls for explanation by November 17
Iranian woman moves Madras High Court wanting to know procedure for obtaining X-Miscellaneous visa
Thirty-year-old Pegah Ansari complains of having been detained in a special camp for foreigners in Tiruchi even after she obtained bail in a criminal case booked for overstaying in India
A hundred years ago | U.S. general elections
As there was no issue dated November 4, 1926, from the issue dated November 3, 1926
Mobile phone, power banks seized from Kannur Central Jail
Food items suspected to be used to smuggle prohibited articles into prison
Kochi Corporation Council passes SIR resolution amid protests; BJP councillors walk out
The resolution, backed by Left Democratic Front parliamentary party leader V.A. Sreejith, criticised Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar for allegedly bringing disrepute to a constitutional position through the purported sabotage of the democratic process by stripping over 13 crore voters of their voting rights
Herbalife Celebrate Life: Dil Se | Restoring Nature, Empowering Communities
From reviving water bodies in Chhattisgarh and Tamil Nadu to promoting agroforestry in Maharashtra, discover how Herbalife and its NGO partners are driving environmental restoration and community-led change. Through sustainable practices and collective action, these initiatives are nurturing healthier ecosystems and building sustainable livelihoods.
Tamil Nadus demand for a separate flag is over 50 years old
It was Karunanidhi who raised the issue with the Centre in 1970 and subsequently the Centre rejected Tamil Nadus request to have a separate flag
Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishad seeks reconstitution of governments health task force
It does not include members who have directly worked within the States public health sector, possess practical experience with its healthcare system, or have conducted significant research on the health issues
A song or two for the reconstruction of Tagore Centenary Hall in Kozhikode
Cultural activists urge Corporation to expedite reconstruction of the demolished 1,200-seat auditorium
Tiger Shroff firing case: 13th accused remanded in police custody till November 16
Suneha Pandit, who is the sister-in-law of gangster Anil Pandit, was arrested in Karnal district in Haryana on November 2
Staggering white-collar success of Bengaluru has left a non-urban world behind, says Bagchi
While the IITs have marched confidently forward since the 1950s, the ITIs have walked backwards. These two paths must operate stereophonically, cooperating in the exact same direction, says newly appointed Chairman of Karnatakas Skill Vision Group
Recruitment exams: KEA decided to appoint two invigilators for every exam hall
DVAC conducts drone survey of irrigation tank in illegal sand mining charge against DMKs E.V. Velu
If non-teaching duties are excessive, that is an issue that needs to be resolved between teachers and the school education department. Children cannot be held hostage to this conflict
Complaints to HR&CE Minister leads to cancellation of temple land lease
Probe launched into derailment of goods wagons at Jolarpet Railway Station
Rajanna is free to quit party if he wishes: Balakrishna
Metrowater workers union call off strike after bonus agreement
Metrowater officials also agreed to hold discussions on the pending demands and resolve them in a phased manner
Employee arrested for stealing diamond bangles, cash from employers house
Police said the accused had been staying at the complainants house while working there
Trump says U.S. cutting $3.8 billion annual security assistance to Israel
Donald Trump said Israel was fine with him ending the assistance, which began in 2019 and was signed under his predecessor, Barack Obama, three years earlier
Over 50% of startups in Tamil Nadu are led by women, says StartupTN Chairman
We are still in a mindset that certain roles are meant for a particular gender. This has to change, the Chairman says
Security guard dies in fire at Peravallur warehouse
The fire broke out around 6.30 a.m. when the warehouse was closed
SRMIST to open SRMJEE applications from November 4
SRMJEE toppers will receive Founders Scholarship that entails a 100% waiver of tuition and hostel fees
TNCCF cancels onion orders, cites poor quality
Around 25% of the onions were rotten, had sprouted or were affected by fungus; and 50% did not meet the requisite size standards
Man undergoing de-addiction treatment dies at private clinic in Kodungaiyur
His family members alleged that medical negligence at the clinic led to his death
RPF head constable saves passenger from being dragged by train at Perambur railway station
The passengers brother subsequently pulled the alarm chain, bringing the train to a halt
Tamil Nadu government releases three-year BESS policy
The policy aims to deploy 2.5 GW/10 GWh of Battery Energy Storage System during this period. The TNPDC will procure BESS capacity aggregating to 2,500 MW/10,000 MWh from eligible BESS projects
After 3 years, TN govt revives 6am shows for Tamil films
5,600 chickens die at poultry farms near Cuddalore; officials rule out bird flu
Assistant loco pilot injured as stones are pelted at train near Vyasarpadi
Theni jailbreak: HC forms medical board to examine health of escapees
Telangana FMGs to resume peaceful protest from November 4 over stipend disparity
Keralam CM Satheesan says social media trends, ratings race threaten journalistic credibility
Inaugurating the diamond jubilee celebrations of the Thiruvananthapuram Press Club, CM says established mainstream media organisations, despite their rich traditions and heritage, were increasingly following trends set by social media
Litigants not entitled to full fee refund in civil suits settled out of court: HC
Land grab case: HC orders action against two police inspectors
TDP-led alliance scores big in Vizianagaram civic polls, rebel candidate takes Nellimarla
Former DMK minister Anitha Radhakrishnan, six family members acquitted in 20-year-old DA case
TNJFU Technical Experts Recruitment 2026
Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University (TNJFU), Fisheries College and Research Institute, Thoothukudi, is conducting a Walk-in Interview for 2 Technical Experts posts. Candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria can attend the interview on 12 November 2026 at Fisheries College and Research Institute, Thoothukudi. Candidates should report at 11:00 AM.
Heavy rain delays VMC vote counting by five hours
Vangaveeti Radha Krishna leads in mayoral race with 1.14 lakh votes; NDA wins four municipalities in NTR district
Tasmac staff struggle with bottle buyback scheme despite returning to work
Salesmen say they are still grappling with technical glitches in POS machines and difficulties in handling the empty bottle return system
Holidays for schools in Eluru district on November 4, 5
Palaniswami criticises TVK regime for being lethargic in handling onion procurement
In Tehran, a search for the future of West Asian security
The Mecca Agreement alliances outreach to Tehran highlights competing visions for West Asian security
Coming of age: on the Binance hack
Binances reaction to the hack shows how the crypto industry has matured
Business, unusual: on engaging with the Myanmar junta
Engaging with the Myanmar junta is a short-sighted move
Indus script may have Elamite roots
Women Lead Mental Health Outreach in Tamil Nadu, Reduce Stigma
Organisations such as The Banyan and SCARF are training rural women to be community mental health workers
Collector reviews arrangements for MPTC, ZPTC polls in Andhras ASR district
ED attaches 2 aircraft in probe against Reliance Anil Ambani Group
The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday said it has attached assets worth Rs 510 crore, including two aircraft, as part of an alleged bank fraud-linked money laundering investigation against the Reliance Anil Ambani Group (RAAG). The probe is related to allegations against Reliance Home Finance Limited (RHFL)/Reliance Commercial Finance Ltd. (RCFL) of Rs 263.05 crore fraud and against Reliance Communication Ltd. (RCOM) for Rs 247.12 crore fraud. A provisional order has been issued under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) to attach the properties worth Rs 510 crore, it said. In the RCOM case, the attached assets include 2 chartered aircraft, 6 land parcels and an office premise in Maharashtra, the ED said in a statement. In the RHFL/ RCFL case, two wind mills in Tamil Nadu, bank balances, fixed deposits and investments have been attached, it added. The aircraft are a Dassault Falcon 2000 and an Embraer. The agency claimed its probe found that the Group was involved in ..
Chennai family awaits body of techie killed in chopper crash
Iran president says return to war benefits 'no one', after reported U.S. strikes
It came as U.S. voters prepared to cast their ballots in midterm elections that threaten President Donald Trump's grip on power
AIDWA-led women protesters in Mumbai seek disbursal of pending assistance
Women seek streamlining of e-KYC process; Maharashtra govt. has deceived women, says CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat; State promises action
Three arrested for abusing woman, smashing her car in Koramangala over road rage
Tamil Nadu Allows 6 am Screenings For New Movies, Theater Owners Celebrate
While the theatre owners and cinema fans are celebrating the return of early-morning screenings, the decision also brings back memories of past challenges.
Students say the exclusion of undergraduate women from the November 5 AMUSU election is a question of equal representation, while the university says all of them will vote in the Womens College union election the same day
Union Shipping Minister visits Korean shipyard for firsthand account of operations
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) As part of the government of India's Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, visited the Hanwha Ocean shipyard in Geoje, South Korea, and met Chang-yong Kim, its executive vice president of manufacturing. Ravi Kumar M, ship surveyor-cum-deputy director general (technical), Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), accompanied the minister during the visit. Hanwha Oceans Geoje shipyard covers about 4.9 million square metres. It has a one-million-ton dock and a 900-ton Goliath crane. The yard builds LNG carriers, VLCCs, mega container ships, FLNG units and offshore plants, as well as naval and speciality vessels including submarines. The shipyard delivered its 200th LNG carrier in February 2025. The Indian team got a firsthand view of the shipbuilding operations, reflecting the continued engagement between India and South Korea in shipbuilding and maritime cooperation. Under its maritime policy, the Government of India is aggressively pushing for domestic shipyards to secure joint ventures and technical collaborations with premier foreign partners. Under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, the Centre aims to catapult India into the top five global shipbuilding nations by 2047. The Union Cabinet approved a massive Rs 69,725 crore to turn this vision into reality. This fund is being leveraged by the government to attract global players, particularly from South Korea, Japan, and Europe, to anchor new manufacturing hubs and modernise existing yards. South Korea became India's primary maritime partner under the VOYAGES framework signed in 2026. HD Hyundai signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a $4 billion mega greenfield shipyard in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, which will be Indias largest commercial shipyard. India is also aggressively courting Samsung Heavy Industries and Hanwha Ocean for technical support and yard expansions. At the same time, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is in active talks with major Japanese shipbuilders, including Imabari Shipbuilding, Japan Marine United Corporation (JMUC), and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to establish joint ventures with Indian yards. Europes largest private shipbuilder, Damen Shipyards, is also expanding its existing joint ventures in India to manufacture electric tugs, ferries, and specialised vessels. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd has also signed a MoU with Norway's Kongsberg Maritime. To reduce dependence on foreign shipping companies, the government plans to purchase over 400 vessels worth nearly $23 billion over the next decade for public sector entities, giving foreign joint ventures massive order-book visibility. The government is also offering 15-25% capital support for vessels built domestically under the updated Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS). The Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS) also focuses on building greenfield shipbuilding clusters where the government provides common infrastructure, allowing foreign entities to quickly step in as technical and strategic anchors. To streamline the supply chain, the Korea Marine Equipment Association (KOMEA) opened its first Indian office in Mumbai to help specialised component manufacturers set up local production alongside Indian yards. State-owned Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) and major commercial yards are actively looking for global investors. These include Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL), which is currently seeking strategic partners for two massive proposed shipbuilding hubs in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. Both GRSE and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) are looking for advanced global tech integrations. Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) is also expanding capabilities in green shipping and cruise tourism through recent MoUs with European firms like Germany's Everllence SE.
Arunachal Pradesh gets new DGP days after violent protest against Siang dam
Rajesh Kumar, a 1995 batch Indian Police Service officer, has been appointed the new DGP, replacing SDS Jamwal
Students blockade dozens of French schools and universities
After returning from a two-week autumn break, some students resumed their protest campaign on November 2
Diwali rush: Omnibuses to be operated from this temporary bus stand in Coimbatore
Welfare payments will be based on voter IDs, not Aadhaar, says Panchayati Raj Minister
At present, welfare payments are linked to Aadhaar; Panchayati Raj Minister says people should now give EPIC number with biometrics
Death toll hits 31 after Russian strike on Ukrainian aid site, with dozens still missing
Teams of rescuers and volunteers continued to search the cratered blast site of a destroyed aid facility and shelter in Komyushuvakha
Murasu batters A.P.; two dead, 52,459 hectares of crops damaged
Cyclone brings heavy rain to Prakasam and Palnadu districts; wind speed during landfall was 110-120 kmph, says IMD; 12,230 people are in rehabilitation centres in Guntur, Bapatla, and Palnadu districts; preliminary reports estimate losses of 344 crore
Poland plunges into crisis over fight for control of constitutional tribunal
Ruling bloc led by PM Tusk and Opposition-backed President Nawrocki are at loggerheads over appointments made to the tribunal by each side. Judges to tribunal are appointed by lower house of parliament. Many, including those in ruling camp, call for constitutional reset with amendments
WTA Chennai Open: Vaishnavi stuns Burrage, posts maiden win on Tour
The Indian wild card rallies to take out the Brit in a thriller
IPL Trade: Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh set for a swap? | IPL 2027 | Cricket
A fortnight ahead of the retention deadline, Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings have all but locked the deal for swapping Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh ahead of Indian Premier League 2027. How did the move materialise and how will it affect these two and other IPL franchises ahead of the IPL Auction on December 16. The Hindus Amol Karhadkar and Shayan Acharya (Sportstar ) discuss it in detail
Equitas appoints Balaji Nuthalapadi as interim CEO
H.D. Kumaraswamy says: Karnataka voters have already decided to throw this government out
ACB finds 4.75 crore assets in searches against MEPMA Additional Director
Searches at 10 locations uncover properties, gold, silver, vehicles, bank balances and electronic gadgets; the ACB says the market value of these properties is expected to be much higher than their official value
Unnatural death of fishing community member and two other cases handed over to CID
NGO urges taluk-level one stop centres, enhanced support for domestic violence survivors
Wont allow illegal immigrants to exercise voting rights, says Bandi Sanjay
Rahul Gandhi challenges PM Modi to head-to-head debate
Coimbatore corporation orders tests after residents complain of discoloured water
Number of polling stations in Tamil Nadu rises to 75,088
134 new polling stations were created during the rationalisation, while 78 polling stations were merged, resulting in a net increase of 56 polling stations
Meeting held to improve air cargo volume from Coimbatore
What are Legislative Councils, and what role do they play in Indias State legislatures?
What are Legislative Councils, and what role do they play in State legislatures? This explainer looks at their constitutional basis, composition and powers. It also examines Tamil Nadus experience with the abolition and revival of its Legislative Council. What reforms have been proposed for these second chambers?
Jantar Mantar is a road, not a site, says Delhi Police chief
In an affidavit in the Supreme Court, Delhi Police Commissioner says none can insist on a right to protest only at a specific site and the State has power to change venue
Licences of 138 medical shops suspended across Telangana over illegal sale of habit-forming drugs
