Newlywed couple killed as car hits motorcycle near Chintamani
The impact of the collision threw the couple off their motorcycle and into a nearby canal
Ex-minister Anbil Mahesh held in Rs 100 cr private schools
Chennai: Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader and former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested on Monday, October 26, in connection with a Rs 100 crore private schools scam, police said. He was arrested by the Greater Chennai Polices Central Crime Branch (CCB) shortly after the Madras High Court dismissed his anticipatory 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 .
Coimbatore Corporation sets out policies for safer, sustainable streets
Villagers oppose relocation of Tasmac outlet near Nambiyur
Teenage girl raped, murdered in Bengal's Gaighata; one arrested
The class 11 student went missing on the night of October 24 after attending a musical programme near a market in Gaighata, says officials
One nation, one papad: The pursuit of food uniformity threatens Indias peace and progress
FSSAIs papad norms, a backlash over beef dishes and an order on non-vegetarian food at Kerala Lok Bhavan highlighttensions between uniformity and cultural diversity
Dream big and make learning a habit, Nirmala tells young women
Women should be confident in using digital tools and learn how to harness emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, Union Minister tells students of Seethalakshmi Ramaswami College
TMB posts record 451-crore profit; braces for higher ECL provisioning
Bank expects advances to grow over 22% and deposits by over 20% in FY27; cybersecurity to account for a fifth of planned IT spending next year
DMK Womens Wing to stage protest across Tamil Nadu over law and order on October 31
Former DMK Minister Anbil Mahesh arrested in alleged 100-crore bribery case
Former Tamil Nadu Minister and DMK leader Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi has been arrested in connection with an alleged 100-crore bribery case.
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill five including child: Civil Defence
Civil defence spokesman Mahmoud Bassal said a total of 13 people had been killed and about 60 wounded by Israeli fire and airstrikes in Gaza in the past 24 hours
Keralam accident case: Police find video evidence of car overspeeding above 100 kmph
Fire breaks out at Delhis North Block; six fire tenders deployed, no casualties
A minor fire broke out at Delhis North Block, which houses key Union government offices, on Monday morning, October 26, 2026
Father-son duo killed as old building collapses in Northeast Delhis Harsh Vihar
The two men were pulled out from beneath the debris during the overnight rescue operation and rushed to GTB Hospital, where doctors declared them brought dead
Former Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi arrested in Rs 100 crore private schools scam
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader and former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested on Monday (October 26) in connection with an alleged Rs 100-crore scam involving private schools, police said.
CM Vijay Cuts Aviation Fuel Tax From 29% To 1% At Tamil Nadu Airports, Centre Welcomes Move
Tamil Nadu's aviation fuel tax cuts aim to reduce airline costs and improve regional connectivity, drawing appreciation from the Union Civil Aviation Minister.
8,447 crore in medicine overcharging claims remain outstanding | Data Point
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) had demanded 10,029.8 crore from pharmaceutical companies for overcharging on medicines, including interest, as of March 31, 2026. Of this, only 1,582.4 crore had been recovered, leaving 8,447.4 crore outstanding. In this video, we examine the NPPAs recovery record, the financial years that saw the highest number of overcharging cases, and the status of outstanding claims. It also looks at how medicines account for nearly 20% of hospitalisation expenditure in rural areas and 15% in urban areas, with the actual share potentially higher when medicine costs are included in hospital packages. The analysis comes as the Supreme Court considers extending trade-margin restrictions beyond non-scheduled anti-cancer medicines.
Former DMK Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi arrested
Hours after his anticipatory bail plea was dismissed, Chennai Police took the former School Education Minister into custody
Coimbatore school students death case: probe transferred to CB-CID
Coimbatore city police handed over a copy of the order to family members of the deceased, who along with relatives and members of various political parties have been staging a protest for the past few days, demanding arrest of all persons who abetted the suicide.
No understanding of nationalism: West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari slams TMC
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari accused the previous government of adopting the Joy Bangla slogan of Bangladesh; takes a dig at CJP
Sanitation workers drop agitation plan
Pointing out that the Palace Board and the palace, barring the portion allotted to the erstwhile royal family for its residence, belong to the government of Karnataka, he said the government had the authority to decide how Dasara should be conducted
Slaves: The Madras Players brings Sujathas Adimaigal to the stage
Directed by P.C. Ramakrishna, the English adaptation examines power, complicity and moral compromise within a family.
Can the new fortified potato variety the Centre is promoting help with Indias hidden hunger problem?
Kufri Jamunia is a purple skinned and fleshed potato with higher levels of certain nutrients compared to regular potatoes. At present, however, taking into account its production costs, pricing, uptake in the market and its ability to deliver these nutrients, it is unclear if it can help with hidden hunger
Woman ends life after killing daughter near Kundapur
The 14-year-old daughter is differently-abled
All stakeholders need to find solutions to issues of sugarcane growers, says Karnataka CM
Meets factory owners and legislators in Belagavi
Stock markets rebound after four-day slump; Sensex jumps 483 points
Recovering from early losses, the 30-share BSE Sensex ended 482.92 points, or 0.66%, higher at 73,606.75. During the day, it hit a high of 73,606.75 and a low of 72,514.57, a range of 1,092.18 points
Ideologically, of these Bharatiya Janata Party people, the parent is the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and Kharge ji means that only, said K.C. Venugopal
Former Tamil Nadu school education minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi arrested
Erode Bhavanisagar dams water level nears 71 feet
The active Northeast monsoon is expected to bring further rainfall in the coming days, gradually increasing the inflow into the dam.
Why TVK is eager to woo AIADMK cadre
Tamil Nadus ruling party is strengthening itself by welcoming rival members
Rain lashes districts across southern Tamil Nadu
Roads in the ghat section leading to Kodaikanal from Batlagundu were affected. Highways department officials restricted heavy vehicle movement after 6 p.m. as a precautionary measure.
Police conduct flag march in Guntur ahead of GMC elections
The march passes through Bharatpet, Sarada Colony and Sanjeevaiah Nagar to Donka Road
Cyclone Arnab: Orange alert in four Telangana districts, yellow alert in four others on October 28
He writes to President Droupadi Murmu and Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, alleging violence and obstruction of opposition candidates
Brazil presidential election 2026: Lula da Silva wins historic fourth term
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has won a historic fourth term after defeating right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in a closely contested presidential run-off on October 25, 2026. Lula secured 51.75% of the votes against Bolsonaros 48.25%, staging a comeback after losing the first round. However, Bolsonaro has refused to concede defeat and has called for the election to be annulled.
When a Member abandons that vote within weeks, not for any compelling cause but to change sides, he does not merely leave a seat. He breaks the trust on which representative democracy rests
How Serbias student protests ended 14 years of political dominance | Explained
Serbias student-led movement has defeated Aleksandar Vucics ruling party in the October 25 parliamentary election, ending its 14-year hold on power. What began as protests demanding justice for 16 people killed in the 2024 Novi Sad railway station tragedy grew into a nationwide movement against alleged corruption. Heres how nearly two years of student protests led to a major political change in Serbia.
Ernakulam Additional District Court reserves verdict in bail pleas for October 28
College student murdered in Thoothukudi district
The motive of the murder is suspected to be linked to land dispute
Copious rain triggers seven new landslips in Nilgiris
Two men and a woman suffered injuries in rain-related mishaps. District Collector Lakshmi Bhavya Tanneeru said four relief camps have been set up.
IIIT Hyderabad Junction road closure extended for another three months from October 27
Cyberabad Traffic Police says traffic construction of multi-level flyover and associated works could continue for at least a year
Maharashtra CM responds positively to Telanganas request for 152-metre Tummidihatti barrage
Joint committee of officials to examine technical feasibility, submergence and compensation issues
Delhi: BJP stages protest against Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge over his remark aimed at PM Modi
Rahul Gandhis convoy meets with a minor accident in Uttar Pradesh
Ather Energy Q2 Results: EV Maker Swings To Profit For First Time, Turns Ebitda Positive
Ather Energy approved capital expenditure of Rs 122 crore for capacity expansion at its manufacturing facilities in Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, and Hosur, Tamil Nadu.
Chennai teen takes chess to underprivileged children
Sai Swaroop V. who uses his free time to take chess classes for those who cannot afford it
Mexico kicks off Day of the Dead festivities with dazzling street parade
Student-led movement claims historic victory in Serbias parliamentary election
Venezuelan opposition leader Machado returns home after year away
Beparwah: Ahaan Panday and Sharvaris upcoming romantic-actioner gets title and release date
The film is produced by Yash Raj Films, directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and also stars Aaishvary Thackeray and Bobby Deol in pivotal roles.
Lula supporters celebrate as Brazils veteran leader wins again
Omni bus cleaner killed, over 40 passengers injured in accident on highway in Tiruchi district
The omni bus with 46 passengers on board was on its way to Chennai from Nagercoilwhen the accident occurred on the national highway
Rahul Gandhi acquitted by UP court in 2018 Amit Shah defamation case
An MP/MLA court in Sultanpur district on Monday acquitted Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in a 2018 defamation case over remarks against present Home Minister and then BJP president Amit Shah. Congress party members and workers celebrated the win, saying this is the triumph of truth.
Two killed, two injured as motorcycles collide and catch fire near Mathur toll plaza
Madras High Court Rejects Tamil Nadu Minister KN Nehru's Review Plea In Cash-For-Jobs Scam
According to the Enforcement Directorate, bribes ranging from Rs 25 lakh to Rs 35 lakh were allegedly collected from candidates seeking government jobs.
SC Rejects Plea Against 6 Ex-AIADMK MLAs Who Joined TVK
Supreme Court upholds voluntary resignations, while noting that pending disqualification proceedings must still be decided by the Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker.
Delhi BJP holds protest near Kharges residence; demands apology for insulting PM Modi
The BJP had given a call for nationwide protests over Mr. Kharge's remark against Prime Minister Modi during an event in Patna
Tell Modi to sack Gyanesh Kumar, protests will stop in 30 seconds: Rahul to traders
The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has urged Mr. Gandhi to postpone the INDIA bloc's November 1 rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan until after November 10, warning that it could disrupt business worth 10,000 crore during the peak Diwali shopping season
Tamil Nadu School Holidays Today: Check District-Wise Closure List for October 26
Heavy rains have triggered school closures across several Tamil Nadu districts today, October 26, 2026. Check the latest district-wise list for Coimbatore, Dindigul, Puducherry, and Karaikal, and stay updated on Chennai's status.
Iran says officials from Saudi, Turkiye, Pakistan to visit Tehran for security talks
The meeting was proposed during a visit by Pakistani Army chief Asim Munir to Tehran last week, says Ali Bagheri Kani, Deputy Secretary of Irans SNSC
Abandoned plantations in Idukki raises threat of human-wildlife conflicts
Forest department officials report that a tiger released two months ago at the Periyar Tiger Reserve is now hiding in the overgrown tea estates of Vandiperiyar, while nearby communities face frequent wild elephant attacks linked to similar abandoned areas.
Seven caveats in the claim about turning mercury into gold with nuclear fusion
In a preprint paper uploaded to the arXiv repository in July 2025, Marathon scientists had predicted this process could produce roughly 2 tonnes of gold annually for every gigawatt (GW) of thermal fusion power
ONGC reports blowout at gas well in Konaseema; no casualties
Natural gas leak at Mori-5 well near Irusumanda village in Malkipuram mandal triggers incident during repair works; cooling operations under way and international well-control experts engaged, officials say
Modi govt using every possible trick to protect Gyanesh Kumar: Kharge
Mr. Kharge also urged people to join the Dilli Chalo march on November 1 to join the public rally against vote chori at Ramlila Maidan
Gem Granites Veeramani case: SIT to file charge sheet soon, Madras High Court told
Justice V. Lakshminarayanan records the statement made by the SPP and adjourns two writ petitions pending before him to November 12, 2026
NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply for 1067 Positions Online
NLC India Limited has announced the recruitment for 1067 apprenticeship positions for ITI and Graduate (Non-Engineering) candidates. The application process begins on October 21, 2026, and will close on November 9, 2026. Eligible candidates from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry can apply online. The selection will be based on merit without any written examination. Monthly stipends range from Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 16,678 depending on the apprenticeship category. For detailed information on eligibility, application procedures, and important dates, read the full article.
The Uncensored Library inside Minecraft
Imagine a world without the chains of censorship of authoritarian hold over press. And now, what if it does exist, hidden inside a video game we all see and talk about every day?
KSNUAHS to hold Krishi-Thotagarike Mela in Shivamogga from October 30
Vice-Chancellor M.V. Dhananjaya said this years edition will focus on drought management, given the severe drought that has hit farmers in the six districts under the universitys jurisdiction
Canva launches Craft, its first in-house image generation model
Canva Craft generates images at up to 2K resolution, supports text in 55 languages and is available to users globally; company says it ranked fourth among image-generation models on DesignArena at launch
Set aside Mann Ki Baat to focus on people's concerns: Cong slams PM on inflation
Jairam Ramesh shared on X a media report which cited the RBI to state that the prices of certain food items are continuously rising which is impacting the expenses of every household
Madras High Court denies anticipatory bail to Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi in party fund collection case
Justice V. Lakshminarayanan dismisses his advance bail plea in a case being investigated by the Chennai Central Crime Branch police
Latest intervention comes amid sharp escalation in wild animal incursions across Peruvannamuzhi forest range, impacting Chakkittapara, Muthukad and surrounding plantation belts. Local residents and workers point out that the situation has become critical, particularly during early-morning hours when rubber tapping takes place
Natural gas leak from ONGC pipeline in Andhras Konaseema; work on to plug the leak
All wells operated by the ONGC in the area are closed until the leak is plugged and a new pipeline is laid
Flash floods inundate several areas of Thailands Phuket island after heavy rain
All three districts of the southern island province, including its capital, Phuket City, were impacted by the flooding
Minor fire breaks out at Delhis North Block, six fire tenders rushed to spot
Delhi Fire Services received a distress call at 11.10 a.m., following which six fire tenders rushed to the spot. The fire was doused by 11.25 a.m.
Cyclone Arnab: APEPDCL opens 41 control rooms, keeps 4,056 workers ready to restore power
People in Kakinada, East Godavari and Konaseema, the districts likely to bear the brunt, can report power problems on helpline 1912
DMK leader TKS Elangovan on Monday criticised the Tamil Nadu government over post-rain damage in Chennai, alleging that it was not concerned about the public and claiming that the previous DMK government
Rahul Gandhi gets bail over defamatory remarks against Amit Shah in 2018
BJP leader Pratap Kumar had filed a defamation case against Mr. Gandhi in the Chaibasa court on July 9, 2018, over the Congress leaders comments on Home Minister Amit Shah
ED takes Tamil Nadu Minister K.N. Nehrus brother Ravichandran to office for questioning
The probe pertains to an alleged 22 crore worth bank loan fraud linked to a real-estate entity named TVH Group, promoted by Mr. Ravichandran; seraches continue for the second day
K.N. Nehru cash-for-jobs scam case: Madras High Court dismisses his review application
Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan refuse to modify the February 20 direction to the DVAC to register FIR
Army man drowns in Chaliyar river in Keralam; body recovered after hours of search
The deceased was identified as Sudheesh, a native of Peruvayal. He was a member of Madras Engineering Group and had been on leave since October 14
Up in the Nilgiris, a 5,000-year-old puzzle on the rocks
Lakhimpur Kheri killings case: Supreme Court allows ex-Ministers son to come home for Deepavali
Records in order transfer of trial judge and appointment of Special Prosecutor
RTI Area 9 to build government school in Dundigal Municipality
Cyclone Arnab: Schools Closed in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry on Oct 26
Schools in several parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal are closed on Monday, October 26, 2026, due to heavy rainfall and adverse weather conditions associated with the developing Cyclone Arnab. The holiday announcements apply to specific districts and areas rather
Odisha bans fishing, tourist entry in 6 districts amid cyclone alert
The government has mobilised its resources in Ganjam, Gajapati, Rayagada, Malkangiri, Koraput and Nabarangpur, the identified vulnerable districts of the southern region
Six injured in Russian strikes on Ukraines Zaporizhzhia, Chernihiv, officials say
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Kyiv would halt strikes on Russian oil refineries only if Moscow stopped hitting power infrastructure, or if the U.S. supplied Patriot missiles or allowed Starshield use over Russia
