13th Century Hero Stone Helps Understand Medieval History
In view of the relative rarity of inscriptions from the period of Vira Vishwanatha in Tamil Nadu, this discovery represents a significant documentary source for further research into the regions medieval political history
Cyclone Arnab update: Storm to cross Andhra coast by October 28 as heavy rains persist in Tamil Nadu
A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is intensifying into a severe cyclonic storm, expected to cross the Andhra coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam on the morning of October 28 with winds up to 140 km/h. Andhra Pradesh and Odisha are on high alert, while CM N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed 24/7 vigilance. Meanwhile, heavy rains and landslips are disrupting normal life across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and neighboring regions.
Dharmapuri Hero Stones Shed Light on Tamil Nadus History
The newly-documented hero stone inscriptions in Dharmapuri belt sheds light on the history of ancient Tamil Nadu as researchers from the Yaakkai Heritage Trust, based in Coimbatore, documented two hero stone inscriptions during field surveys in the Harur and Palacode regions of Dharmapuri district
Rahul Gandhis convoy involved in collision on Purvanchal Expressway; Congress leader safe
Party workers, officials, and several security personnel were injured in the collision. It is reported that the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha is safe
2 Killed As Bike Bursts Into Flames After Head-On Crash With Another 2-Wheeler In Tamil Nadu
The discovery of more than 50 used mobile phones scattered across the accident site has added another dimension to the police investigation.
PM Modi congratulates Lula on re-election in Brazil
Luiz Incio Lula da Silva won a fourth term, defeating Flvio Bolsonaro by about 4.4 million votes
India needs to train its clinical staff before erecting data shields
User data is routinely commoditised today, and passing a law assuming compliance and waiting for complaints or litigation will not suffice. As the DPDP Act comes into effect, the government must finance, build, and sustain an ecosystem that allows every health worker to comply and patients to be able to better access care
How far can a sitting judge speak outside the courtroom?
Justice Ujjal Bhuyans remarks on voting rights have revived a difficult question of judicial ethics: when does an academic address begin to anticipate the work of the court?
TN teachers push for cameras, stricter supervision at public exam centres
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 26 (IANS) Installing CCTV cameras at public examination centres and reforming the appointment of invigilators are among the measures government school teachers have proposed to strengthen the conduct of Tamil Nadus Class 10 and Class 12 examinations in 2026-27. The teachers have also urged the school education department to reduce gaps between papers and reconsider allowing chief invigilators to use mobile phones during the opening hour of examinations. Questions over unusually high concentrations of perfect scores in certain private schools have prompted the demands. In one institution, over 100 of its 148 Class 12 candidates secured centums in Chemistry in 2025, while none achieved the same score in 2026. Such variations at a few private schools had led the department to appoint officers on special duty to oversee examinations at those institutions in 2026. R. Srinivasan, state general secretary of the Tamil Nadu Higher Secondary Headmasters Association, advocated camera surveillance as a safeguard for students and a means of improving accountability during examinations. He referred to cases registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act against government teachers serving as invigilators. Students had alleged sexual assault, while the teachers maintained they were checking for malpractice, he said Citing circulars from the CBSE and Karnatakas school education department that he said mandated CCTV coverage, Srinivasan sought similar arrangements in Tamil Nadu. However, Directorate of Government Examinations officials pointed to the cost of installing cameras at more than 7,000 examination centres, each containing several halls. With around 8.5 lakh candidates and 20 students accommodated per hall, approximately 42,000 halls would require coverage, according to the estimates cited. As an alternative, Srinivasan proposed fitting randomly selected centres with plug-and-play cameras during examinations. Teachers also argued that lengthy intervals between papers weakened students concentration. Assigning government teachers to examination duty in private schools additionally disrupted regular lessons for lower classes, they said. Another concern is the provision permitting chief invigilators to use phones for an hour after examinations begin to communicate attendance and other details. Teachers sought its withdrawal, citing the possibility of misuse. Demanding computerised random allocation of examination personnel, the teachers alleged that local influence sometimes determined postings, enabling lenient invigilators to be assigned to selected schools. They said randomisation would help make appointments more transparent and ensure consistent supervision across centres throughout the state.
Why Management education needs Humanities and Social Sciences more than before
As business schools confront societal challenges like human-AI interaction and widening inequality, exposure to HSS will be central to preparing effective managers
With no assurances on resignation of the Vice-Chancellor and the Chief Proctor, two students are continuing their hunger strike
Why constitutional literacy is an important part of education
Constitutional literacy empowers citizens to participate meaningfully in democratic processes and safeguard the values on which the nation is founded
Ishan Kishan ruled out of third T20I against New Zealand as precautionary measure
The 28-year-old had suffered a right adductor strain during the series-opener last week.
Intercepted missile after Houthis hit Riyadh airport, says Saudi coalition
The Houthis have carried out waves of strikes on the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, including an attack this month that killed 13 people and injured more than 300
Bolsonaro calls for Brazil election results to be 'annulled' after loss to Lula
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The need for a national media council
Just like there is the Bar Council of India for lawyers and an Institute of Chartered Accountants of India for chartered accountants, the media council can recognise all working journalists, freelance journalists, camerapersons and technicians
Trump invokes 9/11 in urging Michigan voters to oppose Muslim Senate candidateEl-Sayed
If Mr. El-Sayed wins, he would be the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate
Chennai May Get Another Spell of Rain Today
The developing Cyclone Arnab and the associated low-pressure system over the Arabian Sea are expected to influence wind patterns, with the circulation likely to shift towards the Bay of Bengal, off the north Tamil Nadu coast, by Monday.
Tamil Nadu receives heavy rainfall; schools closed in several districts on Oct. 26
The IMD, in its latest bulletin, said a depression over the Bay of Bengal had moved southwestwards during the past six hours and intensified into a deep depression
The India Meteorological Department forecasts turbulent weather across several Indian states starting October 26. A developing cyclonic storm will bring heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning, with Andhra Pradesh and Odisha likely facing the worst of it. Meanwhile, Karnataka and Chhattisgarh will see fluctuating weather patterns, and although Uttar Pradesh is set for dry conditions at first, storms are expected to emerge by the week's conclusion.
Lessons on the right to assembly
If any meaningful right to assembly is to exist, public places must be easily accessible and available. Moving protests to distant areas renders the purpose of protests meaningless
Five economic challenges facing Brazil's re-elected President Lula
Lula plans a new round of debt relief, this time through discounted purchases of distressed household loans from banks, plus tax debt forgiveness for some small business owners
202 National School Games taekwondo bouts held in Ganderbal on day 4
Ganderbal, Oct 25: The 70th National School Games (NSG) Taekwondo Championship continued with great enthusiasm at Ganderbal, witnessing 202 bouts involving 208 participants across different weight categories on the fourth day of the championship. The Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (YSS), Jammu and Kashmir, organised a medal ceremony to honour the outstanding performances of the participating athletes. Additional Secretary YSS TinnaMahajan, as per a statement issued, attended the ceremony as the chief guest and distributed medals among the gold, silver and bronze medal winners. Joint Director Kashmir, YSS, Mohammad Rashid Kohli, Principal of the Government College of Physical Education (GCOPE) and SGFI Field Officer were also present on the occasion. During the fourth day's competitions, 202 bouts were conducted across six weight categories. In the girls' section, 34 bouts were held in the -38 kg category, 35 in the -52 kg category and 36 in the -63 kg category. In the boys' section, 33 bouts were conducted in the -41 kg category, 36 in the -59 kg category and 33 in the -78 kg category. Among the gold medal winners, Sarfaraaz Ahmad, Uzair Aslam and Abdul Hadi represented Jammu and Kashmir, while Ayush Semwal of Delhi, Ayushman Chuchan of Uttar Pradesh, Pranava Raj of Tamil Nadu, Gunj Manish Pipaliya of Gujarat and Tejas Yadav of KVS also secured gold medals. Other gold medal winners included Ananya A of Tamil Nadu, Soloni Umesh Prasad of Maharashtra, Nikesha Singh of CISCE, Rishika of Haryana, Joyshree Chetia of Haryana, Sai Prashant Kadhi of Maharashtra, Aaniya of Haryana, Aekta Kapoor of Jammu and Kashmir, and Sanatani Dey of West Bengal. Silver and bronze medal winners were also honoured during the ceremony in recognition of their performances and achievements in the championship. The medal distribution ceremony celebrated the dedication, discipline and sporting excellence of young athletes representing different states, Union Territories and school boards across the country. The 70th National School Games Taekwondo Championship is being hosted by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports, Jammu and Kashmir, under the aegis of the School Games Federation of India (SGFI).
Cyclone Arnab to cross Andhra coast by October 28; rains continue in Tamil Nadu | LIVE
Odisha stepped up preparations, mobilising personnel and equipment, while Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi deputed eight ministers to vulnerable districts
A physicist who took atoms near absolute zero, and physics further
Claude Cohen-Tannoudji had many connections with India, including acknowledging the work of a little-known scientist who had died three decades before Cohen-Tannoudji won the Nobel Prize
Brazil's Lula da Silva defies odds to clinch poll victory against Flavio Bolsonaro
According to official results, he won 51.75% of the votes to 48.25% for Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former far-right President Jair Bolsonaro, who had entered election day confident with his lead in the polls
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
Serbia's student movement ousts longtime leader in Parliament poll
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Anthropic's Claude accessed Georgia state vote count information behind paywall, Axios reports
It didnt access the states voter registration system or change or pull any voting records, an Anthropic spokesperson told Axios
TNs wind power OEMs to gain from FTA-led export wave
Govt. to set up medical rooms in all schools: Sood
The medical rooms will provide basic first aid, including wound dressing, administration of ORS and temporary rest under trained supervision
Jantar Mantar to Dilli Chalo, protest challenges power
Disparate protest movements are converging over shared concerns about democracy and accountability
U.S. immigration restrictions may outlast Trump
With both the Republicans and Democrats committed to immigration reform, India faces continued uncertainty
Strike on Gaza university kills three: staff, hospital
The university said the campus and its surroundings had been targeted twice on October 25, condemning the attacks and mourning those killed in a statement
Old values, new avenues: On India-Poland ties
India and Poland have no conflict, but are pulled apart by other nations
Melioidosis in India: a potentially deadly infection that may be going undetected
A multicentre study found that nearly one in 11 high-risk hospitalised adults had melioidosis, with almost one in five confirmed patients dying in hospital. Gaps in diagnosis and national surveillance leave the true burden uncertain
Child rights panel seeks report on schoolgirls death within twoweeks
Wicked surprise: On the northeast monsoon
The northeast monsoon is more unpredictable, and the south must be wary
Besides 1,221 local participants, officials said 513 runners were from different parts of the country and 73 foreign athletes, representing 12 countries
Pulakeshinagar IED blast case cracked, personal rivalry behind the plot
The Bengaluru police have cracked the case of the recent blast at an under-construction building on Jeremiah Road, injuring two, and arrested a 27-year-old bakery salesman, who allegedly conspired with two childhood friends to murder his uncle by assembling an improvised explosive device (IED) concealed inside a parcel
Jharkhand BJP unanimously passes political resolution at State Executive Committee meeting
In the political resolution, Babulal Marandi criticised the Hemant Soren-led government, addressing issues ranging from tribal identity to corruption and poor governance
Uttar Pradesh CEO orders reverification of all forms submitted through computer operators
Action comes after controversy over errors found in electoral rolls published after the Special Intensive Revision
Ex-army captain held for suspected spying, leaking military information to woman on Whatsapp
Chennais beloved Damu Appa passes away at 72
Kashmiri Pandits flag graveyard en route to ShankaracharyaHill, says cropped up suddenly
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ISKCON unveils 800-kg robotic elephant in Visakhapatnam
Three youths arrested for selling methamphetamine in Saligramam
Bhavani devotees throng Kanaka Durga temple atop Indrakeeladri
GVMC elections will be a battle between 'Sale Vizag' and 'Save Vizag': YSRCP leaders
Officials urged to remain alert as severe cyclone approaches
Sahil Wakode death case: 2025 detained at Chaityabhoomi during candlelight vigil
Comedian Masoom Rajwani among those detained; protesters allege manhandling as 84 organisations demand IIT Bombay directors resignation over handling of students death
Doubt if TVK govt will last for six months, says DMK president Stalin
Kovai Heroes dedicate prize money for education, healthcare & social service
Vijay, Tamil Nadu leaders pay tribute to chef Damu
NGO-led protest seeks curb on increasing height of roads
Dhanush holds fan association meet in Chennai, avoids political talk; Congress calls it BJPs Plan C
Selfless service turns nine heroes of Kovai, bring them honours
Vellore Corporation desilts waterbodies in 49 areas prone to waterlogging
Corporation officials said that the civic body has also set up at 12 relief centres
Two persons arrested in Ranipet for stealing two-wheelers
The police intercepted the duo during a surprise vehicle check
Free medical camp held for construction workers in Vellore
More than 600 workers participated in the day-long camp
Venezuela's Opposition leader Machado returns after months in exile, as doubts over democracy deepen
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez was initially supposed to serve only 90 days as acting president, but has remained in office and has made no move to call an election
Supreme Court clarifies scope of police custody under BNSS
Court held that Section 187(2) of BNSS enlarges the window during which police custody may be sought
The missing reuse principle in Indias EV journey
As transport electrification gathers pace in India, there is a need to incorporate existing vehicles into the transition in a resource-efficient manner. Along with an effective scrappage policy, vehicle retrofitment can extend the life of structurally sound vehicles by integrating an electric powertrain
UPI and the cost of policy reversal
The governments proposal to allow an MDR of 0.250.5% on UPI transactions above 2,000 reverses a decade-long policy; taxing the payment rail could weaken incentives for banks and fintechs to invest in UPI while undermining its role in financial inclusion, formalisation and wider digital adoption
A blueprint for Indias next energy transition: to electrify industrial heat
Indias next phase of energy transition must focus on electrifying industrial heat; a coordinated approach involving innovative financing, skilled workers, demonstration projects and cluster-level planning can help scale the transition and strengthen manufacturing competitiveness
Many places in T.N., Puducherry likely to receive moderate rain on October 26
The Regional Meteorological Centre has forecast heavy to very heavy rain at isolated places in Pudukottai, Sivaganga and Ramanathapuram districts
Israel presses ahead with West Bank operation as election approaches
The Hebron municipality said the operation displaced more than 2,600 people; the Army declined to say how long the operation might last.
Naseeruddin Shah wants to weaken democracy in country: BJP
The actor had urged all right-minded citizens to support the demands of Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute students
Meeting held on EPFO schemes in Coimbatore
Residents affected by rising road levels demand action
Police use tear gas and water cannons to disperse protesters in Paris
IMD says the cyclone is likely to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts on Wednesday morning, with winds of 115 kmph to 125 kmph, gusting to 140 kmph; set to have worse impact than last years Montha cyclone
Well-planned Dasara boosts Mysuru tourism: Lakshman
PM Modi, Shah didnt face anti-incumbency due to officials like CEC Gyanesh Kumar: K.S. Alagiri
Elderly man run over by car in Chengalpet
Persistent rain causes waterlogging in Coimbatore; schools to remain closed on Monday
Pallet slips during maintenance at Kannur multi-level parking facility, raises safety concerns
Pipeline interconnection works are underway near Velimela village, close to the Outer Ring Road to link the 3,000-mm-diameter Godavari ring main with the 1,200-mm-diameter Manjira Phase-III and IV gravity main pipelines
Hindutva reading builds on colonial interpretations of Indian history: Romila Thapar
Had greater attention been paid to physical evidence such as inscriptions, Indian history may have been interpreted differently, says the historian
Why is Rahul Gandhi silent on his promises to Telangana youth: KTR
Vote chori issue: Congress, India Bloc on same page, says AICC Observer
Row erupts over Farooq Abdullahs remarks on Pakistan and Kashmiris; BJP demands apology
Jammu & Kashmir National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah has sparked a major political row by claiming Pakistan is helping protect Kashmiris, drawing sharp condemnation and demands for an apology from the BJP, which labeled his remarks an act of treason. While the Congress distanced itself from his statements, the CPI(M) blamed the Centres delay in restoring Jammu and Kashmirs statehood for fueling local alienation and frustration.
Chennai police arrest three for meth possession in Virugambakkam
Chennai bus-motorcycle collision injures three teens, driver assaulted
Watch: Manipur violence: Congress demands CM Khemchand Singhs resignation, seeks fresh elections
The Congress has demanded Manipur Chief Minister Y. Khemchand Singhs resignation, accusing his government of failing to contain renewed violence in the State.
