Former Union Minister and senior Congress leader K.P. Unnikrishnan no more
He was the MP for Vadakara in Kozhikode from 1971 to 1996, representing three political parties. He first entered the Upper House of Parliament in 1971 on a Congress ticket
West Asia crisis: SpiceJet to operate four special flights from UAEs Fujairah
SpiceJet will restore its scheduled Fujairah-Delhi and Fujairah-Mumbai flights from March 4, the statement said
From lapis-laden trade routes to mass armies: the changing value of blue
Blue travelled across empires as a marker of divinity, power, and painstaking labour; over time, its value shifted from rarity, ritual, and resonance to performance, supply, and industrial production, revealing the ongoing dialogue between meaning and utility
Modi govt's silence on Khamenei assassination not neutral but abdication: Sonia
When the targeted killing of a foreign leader draws no clear defence of sovereignty or international law from our country and impartiality is abandoned, it raises serious doubts about the direction and credibility of our foreign policy, says Sonia Gandhi said in her article.
Inside Indias largest motion capture studio in Hyderabad
We go behind the scenes at A&M MoCap Lab, positioned as the countrys most advanced motion capture facility, where SS Rajamouli shot key sequences for Varanasi
U.S. Intelligence warns that Iran and its proxies could target the U.S. with retaliatory attacks
DMK ministers and MLAs submit applications seeking ticket
Day after PMs visit, EPS meets Shah in Delhi for seat sharing talks
PE-VC investments pick up in Feb
Chief minister Stalin flags delay in ASI permission for digs in Tamil Nadu
Three new sniffer dogs join CISF, three retire in Chennai
Chennai corporation to fine unlicensed hoardings 25K
Gold worth 1cr seized at Chennai airport
Rubio says Israel's strike plan triggered U.S. attack on Iran
We knew that there was going to be an Israeli action. We knew that that would precipitate an attack against American forces, and we knew that if we didn't preemptively go after them before they launched those attacks, we would suffer higher casualties, Mr. Rubio told reporters
VCK seeks double digit seats in TN, three in Puducherry
Fire engulfs chemical unit in Chennai; no casualties
Ex-Tamil Nadu Electricity Board lineman gets 3 years in jail for bribery
Tamil paper easy, TN state board students start exams on happy note
House panel releases videos of Bill and Hillary Clinton answering questions about Epstein
President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton faced hours of questioning under oath from lawmakers who are searching for accountability for anyone who was aware or ignored Epstein's abuse of underage girls
A look at some of the contenders to be Irans supreme leader after the killing of Khamenei
Irans leaders are scrambling to replace Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled the country for 37 years before he was killed in the U.S. and Israeli bombardment
Street graffiti artist adds vibrant French flavour to murals in city
President unveils welfares chemes, says will bring change to lives of women
Security stepped up in Delhi amid escalating tensions in West Asia
Race heats up for Bihars five RS seats with RJD entry
Though the Opposition party is likely to secure the support of Mahagathbandhan allies like the Congress and the Left parties, their combined tally still falls short of the minimum number required for winning a Rajya Sabha seat
Jharkhand CM urges PM to ensure safe return of stranded Indians from Gulf nations
Mr. Soren shared the helpline numbers for assistance: Toll-Free Helpline: 1800-3456-526; Landline: 0651-2480083, 0651-2481188, 0651-2480058; WhatsApp: 9470132591, 9431336472, 9431336398, 9431336427, 9431336432.
845 foreign medicos apply for internship through FMG portal
Cannot return post if recipient is dead; should be delivered to legal heir: HC
No e-journals for AU engg colleges despite subscription
TN ups surveillance as chickenpox cases rise among children
Chennai Metro Rails average daily ridership jumps to 3.44 lakh in February
According to officials of the Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL), the primary reason for the surge in daily ridership over the last 10 days is the decrease in the number of suburban train services
Pumpkin Tales raises 4.2 lakh for the Tamil Nadu Seed Savers Network
Funds raised through a collaborative harvest table by Pumpkin Tales and The Hindus Lit for Life presented to the Tamil Nadu Seed Savers Network
Palaniswami meets Shah in Delhi, discusses seat-sharing
UGC reform debate, faultlines in politics of social justice
The BJPs inclusive Hindutva faces challenges as the proposed changes in regulations issued by the University Grants Commission spark debate
CM urges Union govt.to grant approvalfor archaeological excavations in State
Residents oppose rope car project at Marina, disrupt soil inspection
A team of engineers were forced to stop work near Light Houseafter residents protested against the project; tense situation prevails after HC order regulating beach vendors, say GCC officials
India pitches to join Future Combat Air System with France
Indias defence exports have reached a record high of 23,620 crore; it exports to over 100 nations, including to United States, France and Armenia
New reality: On new series of national accounts data
Fiscal targets will now be realigned based on more accurate data
All-women rickshaw rally turns 21; to finish up in Goa on March 8
KauveryGroup launches dedicated gastrointestinal bleeding care centres
The centres bring together emergency physicians, gastroenterologists, intensivists, interventional radiologists and surgeons under a coordinated care pathway from triage and stabilisation to definitive intervention and discharge planning
Class 12 State Board exams begin, over 9,000 skip first paper
Man arrested for stealing laptop from temporary Metro Rail office in Virugambakkam
Madras High Court dismisses plea against animal slaughter in retail meat shops
Migrant worker dies after falling from construction site in Washermanpet
T.N. Health authorities step up surveillance measures amid rise in chickenpox cases
The Directorate of Public Healthhas instructed all the health officers to intensify active and passive surveillance
AIDWA condemns online abuse targeting Vijays wife
CIPMC in Ernakulam organises awareness programme on pest surveillance system
Ernakulam Rural Police seize over 100 kg of ganja in three weeks
The police seized 133 kg of suspected ganja in six major drug hauls reported recently. The total quantity of suspected ganja seized by the Rural police in 2025 stands at 603 kg
845 Foreign Medical Graduates apply for internship on web portal
Hezbollah condemns Lebanese govt decision to ban military activities
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said: The Lebanese state declares its absolute and unequivocal rejection of any military or security actions launched from Lebanese territory outside the framework of its legitimate institutions
Encroachments, pollution pose threat to efforts to restore cityswaterbodies
Kovilpadagailake,Sitheriseeing new encroachments while waterbodies in Varadharajapuram and Nadukuthagai remain vulnerable, say residents;WRDfaces challenges as it lacks eviction powers
Questions for the church and the State
The Justice J.B. Koshy report reveals cracks in Keralas social justice programme
Rethinking tax searches for the digital age
While revenue enforcement remains a legitimate and vital state function, its methods must remain proportionate to the liberty of the interests they affect
Dont fly kites near stations, tracks, warns Railways
Samson from an enigma to asuperking
His precociousness earned him an India cap in the T20 format as far back as July 2015, but in the decade and a bit since, he has made only 59 more appearances; on Sunday at the Eden Gardens, he was the player the cricket world has been waiting for a long time to see
They Dont Know If It Will Be An AIADMK Rule Or NDA Rule: CM
Inaugurating the Tamil Nadu Leadership Summit organized in Chennai by The Week magazine on Monday, Stalin said that when he launched his partys campaign for the coming Assembly elections itself he had said that it was a Tamil Nadu Vs NDA conflict, which had been confirmed by the Prime Minister and his Home Minister Amit Shah whenever they visited the State.
IndiGo to operate 10 relief flights to Jeddah, Air India Express restarts Oman services
Dubai-based Emirates and Flydubai, along with Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways, announced a limited resumption of flights, while advising passengers not to proceed to airports unless contacted by the airlines
Tamil Nadu polls: Dravidian model in complete contrast to BJP's, says MK Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin stated the state achieved double-digit growth. He attributed this success to the Dravidian model government. Stalin criticized the central government and the BJP. He highlighted Tamil Nadu's economic performance. The Chief Minister also addressed issues concerning the Maduravoyal road project. He spoke about upcoming assembly elections.
Internal quota: Dalit Left communities and STs gear up for protests in Karnataka
DMK's Secret Weapon: Nano-Influencers Pushing Politics Under the Radar
Political parties in Tamil Nadu are increasingly leveraging nano and micro-influencers to reach younger voters, bypassing traditional paid advertising. These creators weave political messages into entertainment content, making them appear more authentic and engaging. This strategy aims for organic reach and familiarity, a shift from overt campaign tactics.
Tamil Nadu Leads India in Deceased Organ Donation: Transtan's Success Story
Tamil Nadu leads India in deceased organ donation, achieving nearly one donation daily in early 2026 with 57 recorded. Initiatives like honour walks, streamlined green corridors, and transparent allocation via the Vidiyal app have bolstered the program's sustainability and public trust. The state prioritizes ethical practices, avoiding monetary incentives to preserve the nobility of donation.
Archakas federation demands increase in thasthik in Karnataka
Marwadi community celebrates Holika Dahan on Vizag beach
School owners have alleged that the government is insensitive towards their long-standing demand to suitably compensate for their expenses on the education of poor children
30 cancellations at Chennai airport on day 3; Emirates runs limited flights to Dubai
MP directs officials to expedite road connectivity works to Bhogapuram Airport
25 seats: DMK makes take it or leave it offer to Congress
Tamil got wide global recognition under Modi government, says C.P. Radhakrishnan
In a veiled attack on Dravidian politics, Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan says certain people who argue that India was never under one administrative regime forget that even Tamil Nadu was not a united society
Religious leader announces Gau Pratistha Dharmayuddh march to Lucknow
March from Varanasi follows ultimatum to Uttar Pradesh government seeking cow as State Mother status and beefexport ban
Watch: Iran conflict: Hundreds of Indians stranded as aviation crisis grows
Flight disruptions across West Asia have left hundreds of Indians stranded after U.S. and Israeli military action in Iran. Among those affected are P.V. Sindhu, Subhashree Ganguly, students, families and workers travelling to Gulf hubs including Dubai and Muscat.
Permit five HC-picked people to offer prayers atop Thiruparankundram hill, suggests judge
Railways clears fourlane widening at Pandeshwara level crossing: MP Capt. Chowta
A doubleboom barrier automatic gate system will be installed to enhance safety
The judge makes the suggestion afterthe MaduraiCollector tenders an apology. He says the court order allowing the lighting of thedeepamatop the Thirupparankundramhill was frustrated by the Collectors prohibitory order
Senior executive of a private hospital booked for rape
NTPCs skill development programme completed, new batch in March
Renovation of Pudu Mandapam will be completed by September, HC told
T20 World Cup | South Africa, England are playing outstanding cricket
Watch: Natanz site hit again says Iran; IAEA reports no confirmation
Iran claims its Natanz nuclear facility was hit again, while the International Atomic Energy Agency says it has no confirmation of damage
Only lasting solution in Iran is a diplomatic one, von der Leyen says
T20 World Cup | Glenn McGrath not surprised by Australias early exit
Trial court to deliver judgment in 2020 Sattankulam father-son custodial deaths case on March 23
Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava and Justice G. Arul Murugan say the single judge ought not to have expanded the scope of a writ petition before him
Bank retirees stage dharna in Vijayawada over failure to update pensions
Emcure Pharma inks pact to distribute Roches select products
CM directs officials to increase administrative efficiency using AI
Naidu calls for integration of drone, CCTV and satellite data to improve public services, orders safety review after blast in Kakinada district and stresses seamless pension delivery and focus on Swarna Gramams and Swarna Wards
Peace is not only a moral imperative, it is an economic necessity
The assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, marked a dangerous and destabilising moment for the region and the global economy, says Syed Hakim Raza, president of Indo-Iran Chamber of Commerce and Industries
Stray dog problem: residents stage road roko in Salem
Armed gang unleashes indiscriminate attack; 2 murdered near Nanguneri
Five arrested for cheating in Salem
