Aadhav Arjuna says TVK will win both Tamil Nadu bypolls
Two Andhra Medical College PG students found dead within five days; probe on
A final-year General Medicine student and a first-year ENT student found dead four days apart; the Commissioner of Police orders a detailed inquiry into both deaths
Indian academias drift from reason to ritual
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Keralam Forest dept begins operation to tranquillise, capture elephant KM-1 at Aralam
Prohibitory order imposed in parts of Aralam
Shiva Cement to merge with parent JSW Cement
The transaction is expected to be completed within 12-14 months, subject to timely receipt of regulatory approvals
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HC Bench recuses from NIAs appeal against bail for Sachin Vaze in Antilia case, directing assignment to another panel as questions linger over evidence and timing of witness statements
Back-to-back attacks on Congress offices in Thiruvananthapuram spark political tensions in Keralam
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Two Tirupati town planning officers suspended over crane accident that killed three
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Jason Sanjay's directorial debut film Sigma is set to release on October 2, 2026. The film stars Sundeep Kishan and explores a high-stakes heist linked to a Rs 500 crore racket. Jason recently addressed the pressure of being Vijay's son while trying to establish his own identity in the film industry. Read on!
Indian Coast Guard seizes drugs worth over 3,000 crore from Iranian boat
The Indian Coast Guard, in a joint operation with the Gujarat ATS and central intelligence agencies, seized 526 kg of high-grade methamphetamine and heroin worth over 3,000 crore from an Iranian boat in the Arabian Sea. The vessel was intercepted west of Lakshadweep after surveillance and a pursuit. Five Pakistani crew members were detained, and the vessel and seized drugs were brought to Mumbai for further investigation.
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max Review | Only a few standout strengths to its name
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Mahua Moitra's plea in SC alleging eviction from circuit house to be heard on October 1
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The committee also recommended training in vertical rescue operations, which are rope-based rescues, for registered ski guides, tourist guides, photographers and pony owners
2020 Delhi riots case: Delhi High Court refuses bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam
A Bench of Justice Prathiba M. Singh and Justice Dinesh Bhatt dismissed the duos third bail applications in the case
Supreme Court to hear West Bengal plea against bail to Nandigram Congress candidate on October 5
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for West Bengal, said a listing on October 5 would make the petition infructuous. The polling was scheduled the next day, on October 6
The ISF had moved the High Court claiming that the 'envelope' symbol, with which it contested the 2024 Lok Sabha and 2026 assembly elections, was reassigned to the DTC despite its objection
2021 Antilia bomb scare case: Mumbai court grants bail to ex-policeman Sachin Vaze
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Ex-IAS officer found dead at home in Bhopal
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Reward CEC with Bharat Ratna for delivering West Bengal to BJP: J&K CM
The Chief Minister said the Election Commission of India (ECI) should do some soul-searching as the charges against the poll panel were not levelled by any political party
What is the Mamallan Reservoir project in Tamil Nadu and why is it being opposed? Explained
The project, whose construction began during the erstwhile DMK regime, has raised concerns among fishing communities, residents, and environmental groups over its potential impact on wetlands, fisheries, and local hydrology
Tasmac to raise shop maintenance allowance to Rs 5,000 from October 1
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Tasmac will raise the monthly maintenance allocation for its retail liquor shops to Rs 5,000 from October 1, replacing the existing petty cash provision of Rs 750 per outlet. The state-owned liquor retailer remains a major source of revenue for Tamil Nadu. Tasmac generated nearly Rs 50,000 crore in 2025-26, underlining the scale of its contribution to the states finances and its importance as a revenue source for the government. The revised maintenance allowance will vary according to the location of each shop. Outlets within municipal corporation limits will receive Rs 5,000 a month, while those in municipalities and town panchayats will get Rs 4,000. Shops in rural and village panchayat areas will receive Rs 3,000 monthly. A circular issued by Tasmac Managing Director K. Nanthakumar sets out the allocations, permitted expenditure and responsibilities of shop supervisors. The funds are intended for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, providing drinking water and meeting other basic needs of employees and consumers. However, the higher allocation comes with restrictions on its use. Supervisors cannot spend the money on shop rent, electricity charges, building repairs, furniture, equipment or capital expenditure. Separate funds are available to meet those expenses, the circular states. The monthly allowance will be credited along with the salary of the supervisor of each retail vending shop. The supervisor will be responsible for utilising the money and maintaining a register recording monthly expenditure. Receipts supporting expenditure must be preserved for three years. The requirement places responsibility for documenting the use of the allocation on the supervisor overseeing the outlet. The circular also specifies how the provision will apply to shops that remain closed. If an outlet is shut for an entire month, no maintenance amount will be drawn for that period. However, the sanctioned amount can be utilised in the following month. The revised system will replace the uniform Rs 750 petty cash provision with allocations linked to the administrative area in which each outlet operates. Corporation-area shops will receive the highest allowance under the arrangement. Tasmac has also announced an annual increase in the maintenance rates. The allocations will rise by five per cent every year, with effect from April 1, 2027. The provision is therefore subject to both spending restrictions and recordkeeping requirements, alongside the scheduled annual revision.
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Accept voter documents on WhatsApp, verify at homes if needed: Maharashtra poll body to BLOs
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Christa Pike set to become first woman executed by Tennessee in two centuries
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected an 11th-hour bid for a stay of execution, which is set to take place at the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville, the state capital
SIT to probe violence at Kolkatas SRFTI, first report on October 1
Violence erupted at the campus of SRFTI on September 27 as member of Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat (ABGP) a right-wing consumer group, who were holding an event inside the campus clashed with students of institute
Asian Games 2026: Lovlina to fight for gold, Priya signs off with bronze medal
Lovlina Borgohain becomes the first Indian woman boxer to reach back-to-back Asian Games finals, assuring India of at least a silver
ED seizes crores in cash, gold, and silver in Donkey Route case
Enforcement Directorate uncovers illegal immigration syndicate targeting Indian nationals to the U.S.
U.S. to hike EB-5 Green Card fees
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U.S troops leave Iraq: How a 23 year military presence unfolded | Explained
U.S. forces are set to leave their last bases in Iraq, bringing an end to a 23-year military presence that began with the 2003 invasion that removed Saddam Hussein from power. From the years of insurgency and the 2011 withdrawal to the rise of Islamic State and the return of U.S. troops in 2014, here is how Americas military role in Iraq unfolded and why concerns over Iraqs security remain.
ECI withdraws SIR declaration from Form 6 in States where the exercise is over
Dharapuram By Polls: CM Vijay To Campaign In AIADMK Bastion Today
All arrangements are in place for the bypoll campaign of Chief Minister and TVK founder C Joseph Vijay in the Dharapuram Assembly Constituency in western Tamil Nadu.
Jaishankar meets UN chief Guterres, discusses ongoing conflicts, impact on Global South countries
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BMTC to introduce automatic passenger counting system on 30 buses in Bengaluru
The initiative is expected to give BMTC a more detailed picture of passenger demand across routes and trips
Ingram Micro opens new office in Bengaluru
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Tamil Nadu Bypolls: CM Vijay to campaign in AIADMK bastion of western TN
TVK founder and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is set to campaign in Dharapuram on Wednesday ahead of the October 6 bypoll, with the western Tamil Nadu seat drawing attention due to its traditional AIADMK support base. Around 3,000 police personnel have been deployed, while entry to the rally will be restricted to 5,000 QR-code pass holders.
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Poet Kannadasan: a creative mind that enriched Tamil cinema with exquisite, philosophical songs
Kannadasan, whose birth centenary is being celebrated, was born as Muthaiah at Sirukoodalpatti in present day Sivaganga district. An atheist in his early years while active in the Dravidian movement, the Tamil poet later turned spiritual.
Tamil Nadu CM to Campaign for TVK Candidate in Dharapuram Ahead of By-Election
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will campaign for TVKs candidate in Dharapuram ahead of the upcoming by-election on October 6. Tamil Nadu CM to Campaign for TVK Candidate in Dharapuram Ahead of By-Election
What is brain fog and when does it need investigation
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Lessons from the history of rebellions in AIADMK and DMK in Tamil Nadu
With discomfort in the AIADMK showing no signs of subsiding, after former School Education Minister and veteran leader K.A. Sengottaiyan was divested of party posts following his call for the return of estranged leaders, it is a timely moment to revisit some of the most significant uprisings within Tamil Nadus two major Dravidian parties
Apple Pay goes live in India with Axis Bank-issued Visa and Mastercard cards
Customers can add their eligible credit card to the Apple Wallet via the Axis Bank app, or through the Wallet app on their Apple iPhone
PMK Leader Calls for Closure of Liquor Shops in Tamil Nadu
PMK leader Ambumani Ramadoss urges Tamil Nadu government to shut down all liquor shops within three years, citing public health concerns. PMK Leader Calls for Closure of Liquor Shops in Tamil Nadu
Reel Duniya, Real Duniya: Cinema, Memory, and Leisure in Laggere, an photo-illustrated essay book by Eshwari and Mahima explores ing how cinema is experienced in Laggere , is the outcome of the India Foundation for the Arts Project 560 programme
Grand conclusion of the five-day UPITS with 41,500 B2B meetings and 5.99 lakh footfall
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Centre agrees to procure sunflower, green gram, and soyabean crops at MSP in Karnataka
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WFH, construction curbs, doubled parking charges: Delhis winter action plan explained
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India's Senior Tech Workforce Turns to IIT Kharagpur for AI Upskilling
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A Lok Sabha bypoll in Tamil Nadu that triggered the first Motion of Confidence in Indian legislature
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TN govt plans Rs 220-crore urban projects with private participation
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Tamil Nadu has initiated the process of assessing two urban infrastructure projects worth Rs 220 crore, proposing a multipurpose commercial complex in Thanjavur and the redevelopment of an old bus stand in Thoothukudi through public-private partnerships. The proposed commercial complex in Thanjavur Corporation is estimated to cost Rs 130 crore, while the redevelopment of the old bus stand in the Polpettai area of Thoothukudi Corporation is expected to require Rs 90 crore. As a preliminary step, tenders have been invited under the Tamil Nadu governments Project Development Grant Fund to appoint a consultant to prepare detailed feasibility reports and provide transaction advisory services for both projects. The consultant will examine whether the proposed developments can be implemented with private participation and assess their financial viability. The study will help the authorities determine an appropriate partnership structure before proceeding with the selection of private developers. For Thanjavur, the assessment will cover the proposed multipurpose shopping and commercial complex. In Thoothukudi, it will examine the redevelopment proposal for the existing bus stand at Polpettai. Both proposals remain at the project preparation stage, with the consultancy assignment intended to establish their feasibility and guide the subsequent implementation process. The consultancy contract has been valued at Rs 50 lakh for preparing the detailed feasibility reports and undertaking the associated transaction advisory work. Bidders are required to furnish a deposit of Rs 50,000. In addition to evaluating the projects, the selected consultant will advise the municipal corporations on the procedures necessary to implement them under the public-private partnership model. The assignment will also include assistance in selecting the private company or companies that would undertake the developments. This support will form part of the transaction advisory responsibilities specified in the tender. The feasibility exercise will therefore address both the practical prospects of implementing the proposals and their financial framework, providing the basis for decisions on private participation. The deadline for submitting bids for the consultancy assignment is 11 a.m. on October 15. The tenders are scheduled to be opened at 12.30 p.m. the same day. The tender invitation concerns the appointment of a consultant for preparatory studies and advisory services. Selection of the private partners responsible for executing the Rs 130-crore commercial complex and Rs 90-crore bus stand redevelopment will follow the assessment and the prescribed partnership procedures for the two municipal projects.
The Gaddipadu road-over-bridge, whose foundation stone was laid last week, will lift Inner Ring Road traffic over a level crossing that 78 trains cross a day; the biggest single work is the 4,306-crore doubling of the Guntur-Guntakal line
Delhi HC orders takedown of fake profiles, deepfakes using Vikas Divyakirtis identity
The hearing also saw the court question Instagrams feature that allows users to create a new reel using another persons video
PMK leader seeks liquor shop closure; questions TNs law and order
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) PMK leader and former Union Minister Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the Tamil Nadu government to close all liquor shops within three years, saying the damage caused by alcohol consumption outweighs the revenue earned from its sale. In a separate statement, he also questioned the states law and order situation following recent killings. Ramadoss proposed shutting 1,000 liquor outlets annually as part of a phased closure programme. His demand centred on what he described as the heavy human and economic cost of alcohol addiction, particularly its contribution to deaths among men. Citing figures in his statement, he claimed that Tamil Nadu recorded 1.10 lakh more male deaths than female deaths last year. He attributed much of this difference to causes associated with alcohol consumption, although the statement did not specify the source of the figures or a detailed breakdown of deaths. According to Ramadoss, alcohol addiction contributes to accidents and suicides, besides heart ailments and kidney failure. He argued that these consequences should also be considered when assessing the overall impact of liquor sales, rather than focusing only on the money flowing into government coffers. Ramadoss claimed that the government receives Rs 60,000 crore annually from the liquor trade. However, he maintained that the losses resulting from alcohol consumption were much greater than the revenue, making a phased shutdown of outlets necessary. The statement called for all shops to be closed within three years, while specifying an annual closure target of 1,000 outlets. It did not explain how that yearly target would achieve the complete shutdown sought within the proposed period. Separately, Ramadoss expressed concern over what he described as a recent increase in murders across Tamil Nadu. He cited a double murder in Tirunelveli and the killing of a young man in front of his family in Chennai. Referring to these incidents, he strongly questioned the direction in which the states law and order situation was heading. His criticism focused on the seriousness of the killings and the concerns they raised about public safety. The two statements addressed distinct issues: the consequences of alcohol consumption and the recent murders. While Ramadoss linked alcohol to several causes of death in his demand for liquor shop closures, the statements did not establish an alcohol connection to the specific killings cited in his separate criticism of law and order.
TN bypolls: CM Vijay to campaign for TVK candidate in Dharapuram today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president C. Joseph Vijay will campaign in Dharapuram on Wednesday for the partys candidate, Sathyabama, ahead of the October 6 Assembly bypoll. The meeting comes with six days left before polling in the reserved constituency in Tiruppur district. Sathyabama won the seat as an AIADMK candidate but later resigned from the Assembly and joined TVK, prompting the bypoll. Twenty-two candidates are in the fray, and the main parties have intensified their campaigns. Organisers have prepared a 54-acre ground at Maruthi Nagar in Kondarasampalayam, along the Dharapuram-Udumalpet road, for CM Vijays public meeting. A bus, which will serve as his speaking platform, has been positioned near the venue. Seating has been arranged for ministers and senior party functionaries, with separate sections for volunteers and the public. More than 10 large LED screens have been installed to show the proceedings across the ground. Organisers are issuing QR-coded entry passes to about 10,000 people. CM Vijay is scheduled to leave Chennai by private aircraft around noon and arrive at Coimbatore airport at about 1 p.m. He will then travel by car to the meeting ground, where he is expected at around 3 p.m. After addressing the gathering, he will return to Coimbatore by road and fly back to Chennai. The visit has prompted traffic restrictions in Dharapuram. Heavy vehicles will be barred from entering the town, other traffic will be diverted, and iron barricades have been placed at key points. Speed breakers at about 50 locations along the four-lane Dharapuram-Palladam road, including stretches near schools, colleges and rural bus stops, are being removed ahead of the Chief Ministers journey. Police have increased security in the town and around the Maruthi Nagar venue. More than 3,000 personnel from Tiruppur, Coimbatore, the Nilgiris and Erode districts have been deployed under Coimbatore West Zone Inspector General Ramya Bharathi. Coimbatore DIG Saminathan inspected the arrangements on Tuesday. The bypoll is drawing attention as Sathyabama seeks to retain the seat under a new party banner. Her opponents are also canvassing across the constituency as the campaign enters its final days.
Maharashtra Government unveils Fodder Development Policy to tackle shortage
Under the policy, the list of grasses suitable for cultivation, fodder-producing trees, improved fodder crops, and traditional and non-traditional sources of fodder will be made and develop the schemes
Delhi-NCR likely to turn dry as rains ease; air quality remains in moderate category
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Delhi-NCR is likely to witness a significant shift in weather from Wednesday, with the recent spell of rain and thunderstorms expected to give way to predominantly dry conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mainly clear skies over the national capital and neighbouring areas, with dry weather likely to prevail across Delhi, Haryana and Chandigarh through the first week of October. The change comes after showers on Tuesday brought a noticeable chill to Delhi, with temperatures briefly giving the national capital a winter-like feel. However, the latest weather forecast indicates that rainfall activity is likely to subside from Wednesday, particularly over northwest India. Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh are expected to remain largely dry as the recent rain and thunderstorm activity weakens. Delhi is likely to record a minimum temperature of around 24 degrees Celsius and a maximum temperature of nearly 33 degrees Celsius on Wednesday. While northwest India is expected to remain mostly dry, weather conditions across the rest of the country are likely to remain varied. Rain and thunderstorms are expected to continue over parts of southern, eastern and northeastern India. According to the IMD forecast, isolated heavy rainfall is likely over several areas of the Northeast and southern peninsula on Wednesday. The southern peninsula is expected to remain one of the major rain-affected regions, with some areas likely to receive heavy showers. The IMD has classified Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi as dry on Wednesday. Similar conditions are expected over Punjab, Rajasthan and most parts of Uttar Pradesh. The contrasting weather conditions across different regions are being influenced by several atmospheric systems currently active over the country. A depression over coastal Myanmar and the adjoining Bay of Bengal was moving rapidly north-northwestwards on Tuesday. The system was expected to weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area later on September 29 and continue moving towards southeast Bangladesh and adjoining northeastern parts of India. At the same time, a western disturbance and associated upper-air systems continue to influence parts of north India. Another circulation and trough are extending across southern India. The interaction and movement of these systems are contributing to the contrasting weather patterns being observed across the country. The IMD also recorded heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over Haryana during the 24 hours ending Tuesday morning. The rainfall highlights the intensity of the recent spell over parts of north India, even as the broader weather pattern is now expected to turn predominantly dry. The southwest monsoon is also continuing its gradual withdrawal from the country as the rainy season approaches its conclusion. With the monsoon retreating, northwest India is expected to gradually transition towards predominantly dry weather. However, rainfall activity is likely to persist in several other parts of the country. Uttarakhand may experience isolated rain and thunderstorms through October 4, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh could witness similar weather conditions between October 2 and 4. Himachal Pradesh may also receive isolated showers during the period. In central India, rain and thunderstorms are likely over parts of Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha and Chhattisgarh in the coming days. The Northeast is expected to remain relatively wetter, with rainfall forecast over Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura through October 4. Some areas may also receive heavy rainfall. Southern India is likely to remain another significant zone of rainfall. The IMD has forecast isolated heavy showers over parts of the southern peninsula during the next four to five days, with Tamil Nadu, Kerala and South Interior Karnataka among the areas likely to receive heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the 'moderate' category. The Air Quality Index (AQI) readings included Mandir Marg at 97, Aya Nagar at 79, Punjabi Bagh at 113, CRRI Mathura Road at 138, Pusa at 149, Sirifort at 105, IGI Airport (T3) at 101, Commonwealth Sports Complex at 122, North Campus at 122, R K Puram at 122, ITO at 86, IIT Delhi at 140, DTU at 100, Wazirpur at 134, Jahangirpuri at 153, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium at 105, Anand Vihar at 105 and Cantonment Area at 105.
TVK Denies Bengal Office Link, Says Vijay Supporters Set It Up Independently
A group of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) supporters in West Bengal could have set tongues wagging with speculation about the party's expansion beyond Tamil Nadu following the inauguration of an office in Purba Bardhaman. But the party leadership has made it
Heavy rain forecast for 11 TN districts today; temperatures likely to rise
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Heavy rain, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds, is likely at isolated places in 11 Tamil Nadu districts and Karaikal on Wednesday, the Meteorological Department said, as atmospheric systems influence weather across the region. The districts identified for heavy rainfall are Nilgiris, Erode, Salem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Pudukkottai and Tiruchirappalli. Wind speeds could reach 40 to 50 kilometres per hour during thunderstorms, according to the forecast. Despite the rain outlook, the department said maximum temperatures in Tamil Nadu could rise above normal on Wednesday, with departures of up to four degrees Celsius. The forecast thus points to hotter daytime conditions alongside spells of rain in parts of the state. Moderate rain with thunder, lightning and gusty winds is expected at some places in other districts along the Western Ghats and across several northern, central and southern districts. These include Tirupattur, Vellore, Ranipet, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Karur, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Madurai, Sivaganga, Ramanathapuram and Thoothukudi. Puducherry is also likely to receive moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms. Winds in these areas could reach 40 to 50 kilometres per hour. Elsewhere in Tamil Nadu, light rain with thunder and lightning is possible at a few places. For Thursday, October 1, the department has forecast heavy rain at isolated locations in the Nilgiris and Coimbatore districts. Thunderstorms and gusty winds reaching 40 to 50 kilometres per hour are also likely in these areas. Parts of the rest of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal could receive light to moderate rain on Thursday, with thunder, lightning and strong winds accompanying some showers. The department attributed the weather conditions to an atmospheric circulation over northern Tamil Nadu and adjoining southern coastal Andhra Pradesh, extending to around 1.5 kilometres above sea level. A trough also extends from southern Telangana to the Gulf of Mannar through Rayalaseema, northern Tamil Nadu and adjoining southern coastal Andhra Pradesh at an altitude of about 0.9 kilometres. Meanwhile, a deep depression that had been over the northern Andaman Sea and adjoining Myanmar coast on September 28 moved north-northwestwards and crossed the Myanmar coast east of Kyaikto between 7.30 p.m. and 9.30 p.m. The rainfall forecast indicates that heavier showers will be confined to isolated locations, while other areas may experience lighter rainfall or moderate thunderstorms over two days.
Tragic Collision in Villupuram Claims One Life, Several Injured
A bus-truck collision in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu, resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, causing significant traffic disruption. Tragic Collision in Villupuram Claims One Life, Several Injured
Asian Games 2026: Indian womens compound team strikes gold with world record
The Indians equalled Koreas world record in achieving the feat
EAM Jaishankar warns ofmajor food crisis in coming months
We are today looking at a situation where some of the major grain exporters will not be able to send out their shipments, particularly out to the Black Sea, S. Jaishankar said
Ontario Contributes $1.7 Million Investment to Advance Life Sciences Innovation at Piramal Pharma's Aurora Facility
Dharapuram Bypoll Battle Heats Up: CM Vijay To Campaign In Constituency Today
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK founder C Joseph Vijay will campaign for the party's by-poll candidate for Dharapuram today. On October 1, leaders of TVK's alliance parties will address a public rally at 4 pm in Madurantakam, located in neighbouring Chengalpattu district. Leaders from the Congress, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, Indian Union Muslim League, and Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) would also participate.
CityUHK achieves historic high in THE World University Rankings 2027, soaring to 70th globally
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On World School Milk Day, Tetra Pak Highlights the Role of Technology in Strengthening School Feeding Programmes
TechSparks gets bolder; Meet Tamil Nadus all-female rap crew
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U.S. says two Indian nationals indicted in counterfeit Ozempic smuggling scheme
Between July 2023 and April 2024, Swapnadip Roy and Vicky Ramancha allegedly obtained counterfeit Ozempic in China and sold it to U.S. distributors at discounted prices, Justice Department said
Asian Games 2026 LIVE: Archery, hockey, shooting headline Indias medal hunt on Asian Games Day 11
Neeru Dhanda scripted history by becoming the first Indian shooter to win an Asian Games gold medal in the womens trap individual event yesterday
Mamata in Delhi to participate in INDIA bloc meetings, Suvendu takes a dig
Our target is the Chief Election Commissioner and his full software team, who cheated and betrayed the people, former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said
Cement capacity set to outpace demand through FY29
Prem Khandle emerges as overall winner in FIM Moto Mini India Series
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Tragic Death of Female Head Constable on Duty in Tamil Nadu
A female head constable in Tamil Nadu died while on duty, prompting the CM to announce financial assistance for her family. Tragic Death of Female Head Constable on Duty in Tamil Nadu
U.S. Supreme Court lets quick deportations to third countries resume for now
The case comes amid a sweeping immigration crackdown by the Trump administration, which has pledged to deport millions of people who are living in the United States illegally.
Hundreds of fishermen protest against Secretariat proposal at Foreshore Estate
Community leader K. Bharathi, who has been spearheading the movement, pointed out that Minister Aadhav Arjuna had said that if asked to choose between fishermen and the secretariat, the Chief Minister would choose the welfare of the fishermen
Highly educated professionals are vulnerable to financial cybercrime, finds IIT-Madras study
The researchers found that victims were often targeted during periods of stress or life disruption, including illness in the family, retirement, job searches, or workplace pressure
Terrorist killed in ongoing operation in Kashmirs Budgam
A spokesman said a joint search operation was launched by the Army, J&K Police and CRPF in the general area of Korag, Yousmarg, in Budgam based on specific intelligence input.
Man arrested for cheating woman
After investigation, the police traced and arrested Ali Harman of Tharapakkam
New pedestrian subway on Chennai - Bengaluru Highway in Vellore will be ready by October, says NHAI
NHAI officials said that the new underpass will end a de-tour of at least one km for motorists and pedestrians to reach Old Town and Katpadi across Palar River in the town
