Social Justice Minister Vanni Arasu and Backward Classes Minister V. Sampath Kumar met Amuthans parents and offered 6 lakh in compensation and government job to his brother.
Social Justice Minister Vanni Arasu and Backward Classes Minister V. Sampath Kumar met Amuthans parents and offered 6 lakh in compensation and government job to his brother.
The victims family has refused to take his body from Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital until their demands are met, while auto-tipper services remain off Delhi roads as workers and drivers protest.
Bhogapuram airport takes over Visakhapatnams flights; first day brings praise and a long drive
Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu flagged off the first commercial flights; passengers praised the terminal and flagged the drive, with one taking 50 minutes from Siripuram before dawn
Gold worth 2 crore seized at Perambur railway station
When the passenger was approached for verification by the security personnel, the individual allegedly attempted to flee. They, however, detained the passenger and conducted a search of the bag
ISKCON vs ISKCON: SC to consider setting up bench to hear review plea on Bengaluru temple
The Supreme Court had allowed the plea of ISKCON Bangalore challenging a Karnataka High Court order that ruled in favour of ISKCON Mumbai over control of the iconic temple and educational complex in Bengaluru
Intuitive Expands Manufacturing Footprint in Asia Pacific with New Facility in Penang, Malaysia
Intuitive Expands Manufacturing Footprint in Asia Pacific with New Facility in Penang, Malaysia
Herbalife Reinforces Commitment to Metabolic Wellness and Healthy Ageing at IISc's RISE for Healthy Ageing Conference 2026
India's Manufacturing Future Will Be Built by Engineers Who Understand How the World's Best Products Are Made
Tamil Nadu Government Expands Breakfast Scheme for Students in Grades 6 to 8
Chennai, August 17: The Tamil Nadu Women Development Corporation has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to expand the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme for students in grades 6 to 8 at government and aided schools across the state. According to the guidelines, selected members from self-help groups (SHGs) associated with the State Rural Livelihood Mission ... Read more Tamil Nadu Government Expands Breakfast Scheme for Students in Grades 6 to 8
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant says judges walk a very thin line
India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test: India all out for 462 on Day 3
Devdutt Padikkal top-scored for India with a mammoth knock of 167
Prashant Kishor takes oath as Bihar MLA
Prashant Kishor made a historic electoral debut on August 3, winning the bypoll for Bankipur and dealing a big blow to the BJP
Why has Maharashtra FDA issued notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff? | Explainer
The FDA has issued notices to actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff, claiming that their brand endorsement of Vimal Elaichi misleads consumers or indirectly promotes the brand identity of a prohibited product, which is Vimal Pan Masala
Squalor reigns at Thiruvanmiyur market
Commercial Tax Officer killed by wife after dispute over reitrment benefits and assets
Tamil Nadu CM condemns Karnataka forest dept 'killing' three 'Tamils', says explanation unacceptable
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay condemned the killing of three Tamils by Karnataka forest officials. He called the explanation provided by the department unacceptable and demanded a high-level probe. The incident occurred in the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary area on August 15. Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar ordered a magistrate's probe and assured compensation for victims' families.
North Odisha flood situation grim, IMD forecast more rains till August 18
The State government has cancelled leave for employees, and schools and educational institutions remained closed for the day due to inclement weather
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 17: SWITCH Mobility, a global manufacturer of electric buses and light commercial vehicles and part of the Hinduja Group, has reaffirmed its commitment to further reduce its carbon footprint and accelerate the adoption of zero-emission mobility across the country. The pledge is in line with Government of India's vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 with Net-Zero by 2070.
Jason Arday, Claudine Gay, and the line between inclusion and bias in universities
Of late, universities in the Global North have been recruiting people from underrepresented backgrounds in part on the strength of narratives of overcoming disadvantage and embodying the universities commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Jharkhand exam protest: Fresh talks between govt., agitators on August 17 as stir enters day 24
We will definitely go for the talks as we want to resolve the issue through dialogue. We are firm on two of our demands, a CBI probe into irregularities in recruitment exams and cancellation of the JSSC-CGL exams, JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch leader Ravindra Paswan told reporters
Capsized ferry in Zimbabwe leaves at least 15 dead, 27 missing: rescue services
The boat, which provides transport between the northern town of Kariba and several islands and fishing camps, overturned on August 11 after hitting strong waves
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Announces Counseling for Over 1,100 Vacant Seats
Coimbatore, August 17: Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) has revealed that more than 1,100 seats remain vacant in the undergraduate agriculture courses, even after the initial rounds of counseling. To fill these vacant seats, counseling will take place from August 24 to 27. Eligible students must attend the counseling on the specified dates with all ... Read more Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Announces Counseling for Over 1,100 Vacant Seats
Rooftop solar in Tamil Nadu gets a fresh boost
The Tamil Nadu government announces an additional incentive to accelerate investment in solar technology. What should it focus on next?
Lookout Circular Issued Against Power Broker in Tamil Nadu Marketing Corporation Scandal
Chennai, August 17: The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) has issued a lookout circular against Ritesh Raj Shanmugavel in connection with significant irregularities at the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC). Seven individuals have been named as accused in this case. Concerns have arisen that Ritesh Raj, the brother of an IPS officer from ... Read more Lookout Circular Issued Against Power Broker in Tamil Nadu Marketing Corporation Scandal
Special notes from a music teacher
Through Surya School of Music,PrabhaGurumurthyhas given many differently abled a stage to be seen and heard
Watch: 7 dead after stampede at Ashok Dham Temple in Bihars Lakhisarai
Fire breaks out at commercial building in Mumbais Kandivali; 11 persons rescued
The blaze was reported at Abhirai Hotel on Kandivali Station Road at 4.14 a.m., officials said
Rupee falls 17 paise to 95.59 against U.S. dollar in early trade
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 95.50, then fell to 95.59, down 17 paise from its previous close.
Global alumni reunion of the Department of Political Science, Madras Christian College
Will be held on August 22
Delhi auto union to protest at Jantar Mantar on August 17, demand welfare board
Our demand is that the Delhi government should immediately constitute the [Auto-Taxi Drivers' Welfare Board] and withdraw the increased vehicle fitness fees immediately, Rajendra Soni, general secretary, Delhi Auto Rickshaw Sangh said
Tamil Nadu Assembly to Discuss Grant Demands by Department
Chennai, August 17: The Tamil Nadu Assembly will reconvene on Monday after a four-day break to begin discussions on grant demands for the financial year 2026-27, organized by department. The session is set to commence on schedule, with discussions likely focusing on three major departments: Health and Family Welfare, Revenue and Disaster Management, and Natural ... Read more Tamil Nadu Assembly to Discuss Grant Demands by Department
Father dies after alleged assault by son during argument over alcohol addiction in Keralas Kozhikode
Police say accused is suspected of committing the offence under the influence of synthetic drug
Calls for U.K. inquiry into hounding of ex-Cambridge academic
There cannot be any doubt that Dr. Arday's tragic death was the direct, foreseeable and foreseen result of press harassment, the Good Law Project wrote on its website
Two killed after e-rickshaw battery blast triggers fire in Delhi godown
Two people suffered burn injuries in the incident and were rushed to Guru Gobind Singh Hospital in Raghubir Nagar; the victims have been identified as Sufaid, 17, and Mohd. Samid, 38.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay lists key schemes on completion of 100 days in office
Chief Minister said the focus has been on women's safety, farmers' welfare, youth skill development, and transparent administration
Watch: Zimbabwe ferry disaster: Death toll rises to 84
Why is Kazirangas Eco-Sensitive Zone in focus? | Explained
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarmas indication that the width of the buffer zone around the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve may be fixed ataminimum of 1 km instead of the default 10 km has stoked controversy
Tagore Challenges Nagenthran to Condemn Ktaka BJP
The BJP is trying to stop the rights of Tamil Nadu and its betrayal would not be forgiven, the Congress leader said.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay highlights welfare schemes after 100 days
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Amit Shah asked me to move to Delhi, take up responsibility for 3 years: K Annamalai
TN sets up 24/7 cybercrime coordination centre in Chennai
Chennai The Tamil Nadu government has converted the Cyber Crime Wing headquarters in Chennai into a state-level command centre to The post TN sets up 24/7 cybercrime coordination centre in Chennai appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Dissent, degrees and the Bar: Inside the NALSAR-CJI controversy
The case ultimately turns on a constitutional question: how much license does students, especially future lawyers, have to publicly object to the conduct of a sitting judge
DayOne Launches Singapore's First Biological Data Center Prototype with Cortical Labs and NUS Medicine
Vijay's 100 days: Tamil Nadu CM to share vision, roadmap at India Today Roundtable
Vijays days Tamil Nadu CM to share vision roadmap at India Today Roundtable
Arsenal humbles Man City 3-0 to win Community Shield
New City boss Enzo Maresca suffers defeat in his first game in charge; Calafiori, Havertz and Odegaard score for Arsenal
36 Hours in Srinagar: A first-timers guide to Kashmirs capital
Explore Srinagar in 36 hours with this itinerary covering Dal Lake at sunrise, the heritage lanes of the downtown area, Jamia Masjid, Khanqah-e-Moula, Lal Chowk, Asias largest tulip garden, and an authentic wazwan feast
CJP's Dipke joins protest as candidates claim glitches during online Bombay HC clerk typing test
Abhijit Dipke alleged that several candidates were declared failed without their fault and joined the demonstration demanding that the test be conducted afresh
A massive row erupted between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka after three alleged poachers were killed by the latter's forest department in the Chamarajanagar district on August 15. However, the family members of the three men...
Agoda Unveils Agoda Partner Portal as the Refreshed Platform's Role in Property Management Expands
Agoda Unveils Agoda Partner Portal as the Refreshed Platform's Role in Property Management Expands
Dont just adapt but lead in determining use of technology to reshape legal system: CJI to NLUs
CJI Surya Kant said that the legal profession can no longer remain a late adopter of technology and rejected an outright prohibition of tools like generative AI in legal education
Lone MLA, not DMK or AIADMK, is taking on CM Vijay govt in Tamil Nadu. Who's he?
Lone MLA not DMK or AIADMK is taking on CM Vijay govt in Tamil Nadu Whos he
Kushner has rare meeting with Hamas chief on Gaza road map; to meet Netanyahu next
The talks aim to salvage the plan for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw from Palestine territory
West Asia war LIVE: Trump welcomes defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan
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Here is a select list of stories to start the day.
Allegations of Corruption Against Tamil Nadu Ministers by K. Annamalai
Chennai, August 17: K. Annamalai, founder of We the Leaders and former president of the Tamil Nadu BJP, has accused several ministers from the Tamil Nadu government, led by the Tamilaga Vetria Kzhagam (TVK), of demanding a commission of 2 to 4 percent on government tenders. While Annamalai did not name any specific ministers or ... Read more Allegations of Corruption Against Tamil Nadu Ministers by K. Annamalai
K Annamalai urges fair solution on Mekedatu dam, defends Tamil Nadu
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TN shows promise in collateral-free MSME credit
Want to build entire senior-care ecosystem
West Asia crisis fails to deter desi companies from GCC expansion
Groundwater that glows yellow-green in U.P.
Decades of industrial waste dumping have contaminated groundwater with chromium (VI) across parts of three Uttar Pradesh districts, exposing villagers to unsafe water and serious health risks
IPS officers mother killed in U.P.s Ambedkar Nagar, jewellery missing; probe underway
Police said a gold chain, nose pin, earrings and anklets were missing, while no other household items appeared disturbed and the family suspects thieves may have entered the house
Protesters say Congress had promised to withdraw support from the JMM-led regime if the demand for a CBI probe was not addressed by August 15
CISF official confronted in Delhi Metro for photographing woman; suspended
CISF Delhi Metro has said that the concerned personnel has been placed under suspension with immediate effect, and a detailed inquiry has been ordered
GCC to develop foot over bridges at 20 congested locations across the city
GCC to build air-conditioned bus shelters at 30 locations
Youth play crucial role in shaping humanity, says T. Ramasami
Not just turbulence: on the Air India aircraft incident
Indias aviation should not have to depend on chance for safety
United and free: on the Prime Ministers Independence Day speech
India needs unity, not uniformity; dissent must not be seen as divisive
Everyday life, people, and natural spaces make Chennai special, says Shobha Menon
Man held for fatally attacking his father-in-law in Tiruvannamalai
Man held for alleged loan fraud in Kochi
Migrant worker arrested for possessing heroin in Nanmangalam
A police team raided a private lodge and arrested the accused
Four SFI activists held over protest at SSUS
Six-year-old boy riding pillion run over by tanker lorry on Ennore High Road
The States municipal department is trying to build a sustainable urban model
India is losing West Asia, but it is not too late
West Asia is changing rapidly and India must act before its influence fades
House of AIADMK functionary burgled near Arakkonam
Two escape unhurt after car catches fire in Vellore
72-year-old man falls to death from 18th floor of his apartment
Third leg of seaside festival held in Vizag
Woman held for stealing gold jewellery in Cuddalore
Allegations of Corruption Surface Against Tamil Nadu Ministers by K. Annamalai
Chennai, August 17: K. Annamalai, founder of We the Leaders and former president of the Tamil Nadu BJP, accused several ministers from the Tamil Nadu government, led by the Tamilaga Vetria Kazhagam (TVK), of demanding commissions ranging from 2 to 4 percent on government tenders. Annamalai did not name any specific ministers nor did he ... Read more Allegations of Corruption Surface Against Tamil Nadu Ministers by K. Annamalai
22,000 lawyers on Keralas bar council rolls unaccounted for
There are around 81,000 lawyers on the rolls of Bar Council of Kerala, of whom only 27,000 have certificates of practice that is mandatory of practising law. The certificates of around 25,000 lawyers are pending with various varsities for verification
Indias democracy needs different electoral rhythms
The One Nation, One Election proposal will erode State autonomy, distort electoral mandates, and weaken democratic accountability
Only 3,833 out of 57,566 schools in T.N. have dedicated special educators, shows Rajya Sabha reply
There are 1,29,452 children with disabilities enrolled in schools across the State. Activists and educationists note this shows an imbalance in the education imparted to children with disabilities as the ideal student-teacher ratio is 1:10
TN political leaders condemn killing of three Tamil farmers by Karnataka forest officials
SIR helped Bihar achieve record poll turnout, says CEC Gyanesh Kumar
He asserts that the turnout in the Bihar Assembly election in 2025 is the highest recorded since Independencesurpassing the turnout rates of several developed nations such as France, Japan, and Spain
