TN to study effects of mosquito repellent creams in Tenkasi
85 books by inmates released at Cuddalore Central Prison
The books were developed with the support from the Ezhuthaga Iyakkam (Write Movement) and the Tamil Nadu Prisons Department
NGT pulls up Karnataka officials, orders notices over pollution in Thenpennai river
Man held for smuggling ganja on government bus at Katpadi
He was lodged at Central Prison in Vellore
Over 800 students graduate at Quaide Milleth College for Men convocation
Chennai Braces For Northeast Monsoon, Heavy Rain Predicted
The Tamil Nadu government has announced the contact numbers of zonal officials in Chennai for residents to report waterlogging complaints. As a precautionary measure, the state government has also established 220 relief camps and 110 community kitchens in Chennai.
Consultant hired again for Uppur thermal plant
Music composer Deva laid to rest with state honours in native village
Over 8,000 police personnel to be deployed for Thevar Guru puja in Pasumpon
Public, students flock to see modern weapons exhibition held by Ramanathapuram police
Key conduit in Gem Granites Veeramani case arrested
Seventh POCSO Act case booked against the octogenarian businessman
Houthi media says Saudi strike kills 9 in northern Yemen
The Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthis has launched hundreds of raids in Yemen backing the internationally recognised government since the start of the renewed fighting in the long-running civil war
Keralam CM offers prayers at Sabarimala, reviews pilgrimage preparations
The visit marked the first time a Chief Minister had visited the hill temple since former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayans visit in 2017
IOA names 34-member electoral roll for Athletes Commission polls, none from AIFF, AITA, BFI, TTFI
The list of 34 electoral college members two each from 17 NSFs was released by the IOA-appointed electoral officer Sanjay K. Srivastava on October 16, 2026
The colleges science lab is antiquated
The Principal received a shoal of petitions to replace the equipment
Five killed as car crashes into State transport bus in Maharashtra's Beed district
CCTV footage from the area showed the speeding car lose control while attempting to avoid potholes on a bridge, leading to the head-on crash with the bus
Cow electrocuted after its tail touches exposed wire in Triplicane
Bopanna advises me to believe in myself, says Khushi
FSSAI asks food operators to maintain cold chain for perishables
Food businesses told to maintain prescribed temperatures across supply chain; states asked to act against violations
Taiwan says drives away 16 Chinese ships involved in 'maritime harassment'
An unusually large number of Chinese vessels took part in the coordinated operations around Taiwan's main island and Pratas, a disputed island to the southwest, the Taiwanese coast guard said in a statement
Philately passports to go on sale in Tamil Nadu on Oct 19
Iran's new Defence Minister Akhlaghi threatens 'enormous damage' if U.S. attacks
The veteran defence official replaces Aziz Nasirzadeh, who was killed in a U.S.-Israeli attack on a leadership compound on February 28, alongside former Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and senior military commanders
Tiruchendur residents flag water shortage, allege inadequate supply to residential areas
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Two-year-old boy dies of suspected malnutrition in Alappuzha
As per doctors, he was acutely anaemic' and appeared malnourished as his weight was 7.6 kg, whereas the normal weight for his age would be closer to 12 kg
St. Petersburg oil facilities ablaze as Ukraine launches more than 1,000 drones at Russia
A logistics centre belonging to Russian retailer Ozon and a data centre operated by Russian tech giant VK were also targeted, the companies confirmed
Gurjapneet, Sai Put Tamil Nadu In Command
Tamil Nadu opted to bowl under overcast skies, with the start delayed by an hour following heavy overnight rain in the city: Reports
Study on Internet use flags emotional and physical impact on children
The majority of children, irrespective of their perceived digital skills, struggled to stop using the Internet even when they wanted to, reflecting signs of addiction, the studys author says
Delhi SIR: Public audit in two booths find over 100 voters wrongly marked absent, shifted, or dead
Voters residing at the same address for multiple decades express anger that they were marked untraceable, absent, and permanently shifted, and their only option is to enrol afresh using Form 6
Ranji Trophy Elite Group: After picking a four-wicket haul in Tamil Nadu's dominant day one against Uttarakhand in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh said there would be no satisfaction within him until he gets to play for India. Playing in just his 10th first-class game, Gurjapneet picked 4-34, including three wickets in a probing first spell, as Tamil Nadu bowled out Uttarakhand, last season's semi-finalists, for 134. Gurjapneet had missed the sides match against Rajasthan in Jaipur because of India A 50-over series against Australia in Puducherry. There is no satisfaction unless I play for India. That's the main job, and that box is still empty. I have to tick that. I was just trying to keep it normal, using the angles according to the wicket and batsmen, understanding the batsmen, how they are reacting, Gurjapneet said to reporters at the end of day ones play. Taking the new ball on a red-soil surface that had soaked up heavy overnight rain in Chennai, Gurjapneet took out Aarav Mahajan, before trapping Dega Nischal lbw and dismissing Kunal Chandela, apart from troubling India Under-19 batter Lakshya Raichandani. He completed his four-for by dismissing top-scorer Avneesh Sudha for 54. It (the way of dismissing batters) is just instinct. I watch his feet movement and how he (the batter) is reacting...One ball I bowl from over the stumps and I will (later) come around the stumps. Maybe his conscious mind is ready to play from that angle and the results were positive, he added. Gurjapneet, who has battled injuries in the past, said he had worked hard to manage the switch from white-ball cricket with India A to the rigorous demands of the Ranji Trophy. I was practising a lot with both balls. Coming into the Ranji Trophy, the workload is high and you have to keep maintaining that. It (my body) should not be under-prepared or like overcooked or something. I'm just trying to keep that energy the same because I know (in) red-ball cricket, it's difficult to bowl long spells. I'm trying to keep my body ready for all spells and deliver that. Gurjapneet, who plays for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL and is a part of the BCCI's targeted pool of fast bowlers, also had stints as a net bowler with the Indian team, an experience he stated has given him a lot of belief. You will get the confidence to bowl good batsmen like Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli and all other players. So, when you bowl to them and when you come to the Ranji Trophy, you will get a different kind of confidence in your body. Gurjapneet, who plays for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL and is a part of the BCCI's targeted pool of fast bowlers, also had stints as a net bowler with the Indian team, an experience he stated has given him a lot of belief. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Kuki group announces shutdown of key Manipur highway after attacks on villages
State government transfers Superintendent of Police in charge of Kamjong district
The forgotten villages at the heart of Delhis urban history
Delhis villages were integral to the citys history, but colonial surveys, land acquisition and urbanisation transformed their land and communities; as Delhi expands, preserving the heritage and living traditions of Delhi Dehat remains a challenge
Goddess adorned with currency notes on seventh day of Navaratri celebrations
Man dies by suicide after daughters death in accident
Mr. Shivakumar says Opposition leaders had earlier expressed their willingness to join the delegation and he hoped they would stand by their words.
What drives corporate investment?
Corporate investment as a share of GDP in India has declined sharply since demonetisation, with the fall persisting despite tax cuts and a low-interest-rate regime; smaller firms face higher interest costs, while larger firms are more constrained by demand; reviving investment requires government expenditure to push profitability up
Does inflation targeting work in India?
Indias Phillips curve is found to be flat, while households inflation expectations remain consistently higher than the RBIs projections; this suggests that inflation targeting can lower output and employment without a commensurate reduction in inflation
What lies beyond Indias E20 push
The E20 blends promised savings were offset by lower mileage, with consumers spending an estimated 88,234 cr. extra over the last three years; its benefits for emissions and forex savings are uncertain, as higher fuel consumption can raise emissions while diverting crops to ethanol can affect food security and exports
P Sheshadri serves up another political satire with Panchayati
P Sheshadris latest film, Panchayati, scheduled for release by the end of 2026, explores the complex political realities of rural India
Mini-marathon brings police and public together
CM Satheesan announces blue economy hub in Keralams Aroor, inaugurates bridge
The inauguration, however, witnessed dramatic scenes, with Public Works department (PWD) Minister P.K. Basheer and former CPI(M) MP A.M. Ariff sparring over credit for the project, while former Vaikom MLA C.K. Asha left the venue in protest after not being given an opportunity to speak before the Chief Minister and other Ministers left the dais
Beware of online tricksters, say police; 13 cases booked against fake websites selling crackers
Children of special school celebrate Navarathri golu with joy
After deluge, Chennai likely to see lighter rain on Ayudha Puja
Centre has failed to strengthen education sector, claims Hariprasad
The KPCC president denies funding CJP protests but justifies what he calls his partys logistical support to the agitating youth
Delhi government proposes cap of 2.5 lakh e-rickshaws in city
Heavy rain floods roads, low-lying areas in Coimbatore
Heavy overnight rain batters Chennai as Northeast monsoon gets active in Tamil Nadu
According to the Greater Chennai Corporations data, Parrys recorded the maximum of 36 cm of rain, followed by Kathivakkam with 34.4 cm. The government machinery worked through the night to clear the stagnant water
IIT-B student death case: Police detain Sahil Wakodes parents, clear protest site
Mumbai police takes 16 more students into custody and demolishes the protest site.
NDAs ticket delay triggers multiple nominations by aspirants in GVMC polls
Ranji Trophy: Gurjapneet Singh, Sai Kishore star as Tamil Nadu enjoys near-perfect day
ISL: Defending champions East Bengal Churchill Brothers 4-0
EBFC took the lead in the second minute through a stunning free-kick from Ramirez with a left foot strike from outside the penalty area, curling the ball into the top-left corner
Trump endorses Netanyahu in Israeli election
This is the kind of Partner that the United States of America is demanding of Israel, a Country for which it has done so much, the U.S. President wrote on Truth Social
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued rainfall across southern India from October 19 to October 24, 2026, with isolated heavy to very heavy rain likely in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, Karnataka and parts of Andhra Pradesh. Thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds are also expected in several regions. Here is the state-wise weather forecast, including rainfall warnings, affected dates and the IMD's fishermen advisory for the southwest Arabian Sea.
737 motorists caught for drunk driving in Hyderabad, Cyberabad
Chacarra dedicates triumph to his late grandfather
The Spaniard also speaks of his love for India, where he claimed his maiden DP World Tour title at the 2025 Hero Indian Open
Roadside encroachments cleared ahead of festive rush
Ranji Trophy: Manvanths gutsy knock lifts Karnataka on day one
The southpaw smashes an unbeaten 86 and puts on 87 for the unbroken ninth wicket with Abhilash to take his side to 281 for eight; Unadkat and Bhut claim three apiece for Saurashtra
Ranji Trophy: Happy with my century, but disappointed with the way I got out, says Sachin
Dasara air show: Bad weather plays spoilsport
Four held with 600 tablets allegedly meant for intoxication in Tirunelveli
Distribution of subsidised rice for 30 per kg through cooperative outlets begins
Chennai gets a weekend rain trailer
A Division Bench refuses to interfere with the election process, saying that it could not act on it after the notification had been issued and the stipulated time lapsed,
VOC Port receives mainline vessel, boosts connectivity with South China and Vietnam
Turtle Walker: Zoya Akhtar-backed documentary pays tribute to Satish Bhaskars life and legacy
The film is a stunning deep dive into the life of turtle conservationist Satish Bhaskar, who walked nearly every inch of Indias coastline to discover the nesting beaches of sea turtles so that they could be protected
Kovai Courtallam open to visitors on October 19 in view of holidays
Why architecting is becoming more important than coding in the era of AI
For students of Engineering, memorise long lines of complicated syntax is no longer important. What is required is system design thinking
Bengaluru metro commuters raise questions over unused balance in smart cards as NCMC adoption grows
Actor Tiger Shroff escapes firing attempt in Mumbais Juhu; manhunt launched for perpetrators
The incident took place near Pushpa Park under Juhu police station limits in the western suburb, and the chain of events leading to the incident is being pieced together, an official said
Silver Shatagopam, gold Lakshmi Haram offered to Ahobilam Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple
TVK MLA launches CCTV cameras in east constituency
Kasimedu, Chintadripet markets see wide variety of fish at onset of northeast monsoon
Home Minister sends anti-drug message over wireless, urges public to embrace Operation Toofan
State-level JOTA-JOTI 2026 concludes in Thrissur; thousands of students connect with Scouts across India and abroad through amateur radio and the Internet
60-day pause on Russia sanctions to analyse global impact: Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said the waiver from sanctions on Russia and tariffs on other countries, including India, was a 60-day pause to analyse the global impact of the measure.
History sheeter among four arrested in Thanjavur on robbery charge
KSSP to take up campaigns on public health in Keralam
High morbidity, a rise in lifestyle diseases and a growing elderly population are driving up medical treatment costs in Keralam, seminar participants say
Vadaanya Talent Test 2026 to be held in Anantapur, Sri Sathya Sai districts on December 13
Karnataka revises penalties for officials, false grievances under new Act
AgriStack initiative: Keralam government constitutes AgriStack Commissionerate
The Director, Agriculture, will serve as the AgriStack Commissioner in the four-level AgriStack Commissionerate.
Traffic gridlock on Sabarimala route sparks protest as pilgrims are stranded for hours
Officials attribute the chaos to ongoing road works along the Nilackal-Pampa stretch and an inadequate number of KSRTC buses to handle the pilgrim rush
News about sting operations is diversionary tactics, says Pralhad Joshi
Congress govt. in the State diverting peoples interest away from its failures, according to the Union Minister
Dhinakaran criticises TVK-led government over monsoon preparedness
The AMMK founder charged that precautionary measures were not undertaken even after a weather advisory about heavy rain in Chennai was received in advance
Jagan alleges large-scale irregularities in local body poll nominations
Party candidates and workers are being threatened and attacked in several parts of the State, while the police and election authorities are failing to act impartially, alleges YSRCP president
Devotees in colourful costumes flock to Kulasekarapattinam for Dasara
Oru Thooku Kaithiyin Vaakumoolam, a prison memoir by the death-row convict, has been selected for the Iyal Award, which is instituted by the Canada-based Tamil Literary Garden
Watch: Rahul Gandhi says Modi, Shah and Gyanesh Kumar will face justice
Analysis reveals fraudulent 'paper mill' activity across over 4,000 cancer research articles
Researchers said suspect papers tended to cluster in a subset of journals including 'Journal of Experimental and Clinical Cancer Research' and 'Molecular Cancer' whereas other journals were only marginally affected
History-sheeter hacked to death in Sivaganga
