Northeast monsoon arrives early in Tamil Nadu
RMC forecasts normal seasonal rainfall over the State. Meteorologists note that early monsoon onset does not always translate to above normal rainfall.
IND vs WI ODIs review: Men in Blues bowling remains a red mark even as batters extend purple patch
Apart from Kuldeep in the first match, none of the bowlers looked like they could keep the batters honest or provide timely breakthroughs
U-23 cricket | Andre Siddarth backs Tamil Nadu team to extend its dominance
Odisha to continue with ballot papers for rural polls, EVMs for urban
A house-to-house survey for the preparation of electoral rolls for the upcoming Panchayat and Municipal Elections2027 will begin on October 26
FQL fraud case: Two accused detained under Goondas Act
Two persons from Namakkal district held for extorting money from fireworks shopkeeper near Sattur
Our fielding has not been up to the mark: Gill
The Indian captain adds that ground fielding needs to get better
Unfancied Buddy speeds to victory in the Deccan Derby
Shooting at elementary school in Oregon leaves several hospitalised, shooter dead
Police were on campus within minutes of the incident, at which time the shooter went down almost immediately
Puducherry notifies revised norms for rural water supply, sets timelines for repairs
The policy sets specific deadlines for restoring services, which could make local bodies more accountable to residents
Pro-Ukraine governing coalition wins 35% in Latvian election
Latvian lawmakers plan to start negotiations to form a new government after a parliamentary election
Information on financial aid for students
Vijay launches Tamil Nadu Semiconductor Ecosystem Scheme 2026
Why students must scrutinise an international universitys offer letter carefully
Five important areas that students must be aware of and look for in an offer letter
Kerala State Drugs Control dept. seeks curbs on inter-State drug procurement to ensure traceability
The department has sought the restriction for a period of six months, during which the firms would be required to procure medicines through authorised medical depots within Keralam
Southwest monsoon exits India with 13% rain deficit
The southwest monsoon made its withdrawal from the entire country, which was expected this year. The northeastern monsoon has begun over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and other southern regions of India. Rainfall was recorded over Tamil Nadu, with many areas experiencing heavy downpours in the last 24 hours. The monsoon season concluded with a 13% deficit in rainfall, below the long-term average. The India Meteorological Department reported a total of 759.
Wild tusker Chakkakompan uses cleared elephant passage to move to national park in Keralams Idukki
Forest department recently dismantled illegal fences that had obstructed traditional elephant passages, acting on a directive issued by the Idukki District Collector; the tusker had remained confined to an area for the past 18 months because of the obstruction
Ramlila Maidan among spots for which police issued surveillance camera tender in July
College union polls: SFI claims victory on 30 campuses in Kozhikode
Ammar Kizhuparambas novel on early Gulf migration wins award
Efforts on to revive Sabari rail project using States 50% share, says CM
Railways asked to provide its share in addition to the States contribution; project cost estimated at 3,800 crore in 2023
Two more judges sworn in at Madras High Court increasing its working strength to 67
Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari administered the oath of office to Justices D. Lingeswaran and B. Karthikeyan on Thursday
T.N. govt. to sell parboiled rice at 30 per kg through 260 Amudham, cooperative stores: Minister
Innovate today, nourish tomorrow for food security
As countries across the Global South grapple with climate change, conflict and economic uncertainty, India offers lessons that can be adapted to their needs
Delhi HC questions delay in setting up open, semi-open prisons
Vice-Presidents visit: tight security arrangements in place in Kozhikode
Traffic restrictions will be in place in Kozhikode city from 4 p.m. on Friday. The restrictions will cover the route from Ramanattukara-Airport Road junction through Thondayad, Arayidathupalam, Mavoor Road, Mananchira, Palayam, and Pushpa Junction to Chalappuram
Green Visakha seeks cancellation of data centre permissions a day after rally
TDP to contest Vizag Mayor polls under NDA seat-sharing arrangement
Stating that he had partially complied with the police direction, he seeks anticipatory bail on the ground that he had been cooperating with the investigating agency
DGMA bans deployment of Indian seafarers in Sarawak Region of Malaysia
Decision follows recurring fatal accidents of young Indian seafarers over the years
Councillors complain about damaged bus route roads and rising risk of road accidents
Chief Justices Bench holds that a single judge of the court ought not to have issued such a direction to Tamil Nadu government in a writ petition
Delhi Police seizes 2.5 tonnes of firecrackers; five arrested
Special movie screening of Jailer 2 for cancer survivors
The Hindu Impact: Joint inspections carried out at damaged Duvvada ROB; 22 lakh repairs planned
Telangana invites Tamil Nadu businesses to join its growth journey
Women journalists have to balance the demands of reporting with the risks of working on the ground
Govt. sanctions 17 crore for Chaliyam fish landing centre development
Construction will begin after the land required for the project is transferred from the Forest department and the necessary clearances are obtained
Converts from Hindu can't claim quota on previous status: SC
The Supreme Court ruled that converts from Hinduism cannot claim reservation benefits from their previous caste status. This decision followed a Tamil Nadu government's appeal against a Madras High Court judgment. The High Court had allowed such claims for Hindu converts to Islam from marginalized communities. However, the Supreme Court emphasized that conversion does not automatically confer membership in another backward-class community.
Encroachments demolished at Netaji market in Vellore town to improve access for people
A contested UNSC seat poses a test for India
It is a battle that can be avoided the path to next years UNSC election will not be a cakewalk, and India must consider its options
Colleges told to ensure drug-free campuses
2 cr. collected in fines for traffic violations through special camps
Cabinet nod for raising annual family income limit for financial assistance from CMDRF
Metro Rails Phase II stations plagued by minor leakages
Wednesdays showers expose leaks in stations such as Poonamallee, Vadapalani, Iyyapanthangal, and Porur, less than a week since launch. Phase I network faced similar issue about a decade ago
Gajuwaka residents in Vizag seek basic civic amenities amid development push
Ahead of local body elections, people from various localities in the zone raise issues like poor roads, water-logging during rains and pollution
Man gets 47 years rigorous imprisonment in POCSO case in Malappuram
Court directs District Legal Services Authority to provide additional compensation under the victim compensation scheme
Animal rescues keep firefighters busy; snakes top calls
Double standards: On the Trump diesel deal with Russia
The United States must stop moralising to the Global South for trading with Russia
President Murmu accepts resignation of L Murugan with immediate effect
President Droupadi Murmu has accepted the resignation of Dr. L. Murugan from the Union Council of Ministers, the President's Secretariat said on Thursday. The President of India, as advised by the Prime Minister, has accepted the resignation of Dr. L. Murugan from the Union Council of Ministers, with immediate effect, under clause (2) of Article 75 of the Constitution of India, the press communique said. L Murugan on Tuesday announced his resignation from his ministry as well as his membership in the Rajya Sabha. Murugan wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in this regard. He was holding the position of Minister of State in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs. On his resignation, BJP leader L Murugan told ANI, I have written a letter to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing my desire to go to Tamil Nadu. I want to strengthen my party in the state and prepare the ground for the 2029 elections. Our Prime Minister has always taken Tam...
Govt launches semiconductor scheme targeting full chip value chain, Semicon 2.0 projects
Local body polls: Andhra Pradesh SEC appoints 28 IAS officers as general observers
Punetha highlights the importance of Poll Management App in sharing information on voter management, polling stations and election procedures
Stakeholders sensitised to food safety norms, licensing
A.P. Food Processing Industries Federation, A.P. Chambers of Commerce & Industry Federation organises stakeholder interaction programme under Reform Utsav-2026
Netanyahus rival vows to end Hamas rule within 18 months if elected
Gadi Eisenkot accused PM Netanyahu of a strategic failure in Gaza, where he said Hamas is still the sovereign... armed, arming itself, and militarily active after three years of war
Experts discuss roadmap for quantum-resistant digital infrastructure
SRM University-AP hosts stakeholder consultation workshop on Post-Quantum Cryptography and Cybersecurity
Frustrated with Trump, voters overwhelmingly want change in Washington, an AP-NORC poll finds
A new AP-NORC poll finds that a strong majority of voters believe President Donald Trump is falling short at home and abroad, and they want major change in the upcoming midterm elections
KVB reports 37% rise in net profit in Q2 FY27
BJP slams Rahul Gandhis remarks on political resistance
BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari alleges the Congress leaders objective was neither political resistance nor democratic dissent, but the legitimisation of anarchy
Kharge and Rahul hold meet to spur Congress youth spearhead
The meeting held at the partys Indira Bhawan headquarters was also attended by general secretary, (organisation) K. C. Venugopal, and party general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra
Employees unions decide to wear black badges while attending duties across RTC depots on October 22, 23 and 26; JAC warns of intensifying stir if the issues are not addressed
Apartment residents stage protest alleging denial of amenities by builder
Saurabh Bharadwaj seeks FIR against Delhi Police personnel over alleged assault
Anthrax infection kills female elephant in Coimbatore forest; carcass burnt
Forest staff came across the carcass during a routine patrol within the Gopanari reserve forest on October 13; after blood smear sample collected from the carcass tested positive for anthrax, the carcass was burnt
Thiruma blames SIR for Stalins Kolathur defeat, seeks probe into voter deletions
Meitei groups, former students criticise media trial of Congress MP Bimol Akoijam
Supporters said the professors dismissal was rushed, procedurally flawed, and politically charged
Leopard found in ailing condition at house near Valparai dies
Sugarcane growers protest in Mysuru, demand 5,500/tonne FRP
Association seeks higher SAP on Tamil Nadu lines, crop loan waiver and relief for drought-hit farmers
KRS level falls to 100.6 ft amid release to Tamil Nadu
Maharashtra SIR: Lists of logical discrepancies, unmapped persons yet to be published
Sources in the CEOs office say process of publication is ongoing at ERO level, without offering any timeframe for its completion; claims and objections window open till October 26
MSMEs welcome changes in vehicle interception by Commercial Taxes officials
Dravidar Viduthalai Kazhagam Women Lead Funerals, Challenge Patriarchy
Archery Premier League: Chola Chiefs returns to winning ways
Rajputana Royals downs Mighty Marathas; Chero Archers breezes past Kakatiya Knights
Iran executes man linked to anti-government protests
Siavash Jamshidi was accused of targeting security personnel during mass demonstrations that peaked in January in which thousands of people were killed.
Titan Company deepens focus on mechanical horology as category grows almost 5-fold
Newly launched platform Vetra will allow Titan to progressively develop capabilities across different mechanical functions and propositions, including open-heart constructions, GMT and date complications to cater to growing consumer appreciation for craftsmanship and engineering: Titan Watches CEO (pic shared)
Saudi coalition says missile intercepted in Medina region
Saudi Arabia has in recent days come under sustained attack from the Houthis, including a strike on Riyadh's international airport that was the kingdom's deadliest in years, as the war with the group escalates
Tamil Nadu: 2 tourists from Kodaikanal drown at Velankanni Beach
Two tourists from Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu
President Murmu Accepts Resignation of Union Minister L. Murugan
President Droupadi Murmu has accepted the resignation of Union Minister L. Murugan, who aims to strengthen BJP in Tamil Nadu ahead of elections. President Murmu Accepts Resignation of Union Minister L. Murugan
Delhi gang-rape: can urban planning help make cities safer for women? | Insight India
On September 21, a 17-year-old girl was gang-raped at Aastha Kunj Park in southeast Delhi, prompting protests and renewed scrutiny of poorly lit, inadequately monitored public spaces. While misogyny and toxic masculinity remain broader systemic challenges, in this episode, Sonikka Loganathan speaks to Kalpana Viswanath, co-founder and CEO of Safetipin, about the practical failures in the design and planning of Indias cities and why they are failing to keep women and the public safe.
Protester may need ear surgery after alleged assault in detention, medical reports show
The protester was hit, kicked, and slapped by police allegedly because he was participating in a video recording documenting police violence towards detainees; his right ear drum was perforated in the process
Ukraine resumes attacks on Russian oil refineries as U.S. relations teeter
Ukraine President Zekenskyy said we are losing a strong partner in the United States. He said that it's painful when President Trump chooses one side, not our side. But we are OK that he's in the middle
Delhi recalls Sarthak to Ranji squad
IIT Madras in partnership with Eros Universe release documentary on online BS degree programmes
Educational institutions in A.P. celebrate Innovation Day, commemorate Dr. Kalams legacy
Overseas scholarship beneficiary meets Stalin after row over delayed funds
Madhava Prasad credits Aparajith, Varun and coach Guru for his rise
The camaraderie within the group has also played its part, says the Tamil Nadu u-23 batter
APPCB member secretary reviews pollution control measures at pharma units in Srikakulam district
Heavy rain snarls traffic, ride-hailing fares surge in Bengaluru
Public hearing held for greenfield captive port in Nakkapalli
Nedumbassery crash: key accused taken to accident spot for evidence collection
Suhail Sajeev was brought to the site around 10 a.m., and the process was completed within 30 minutes
