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Watch: NIA arrests two accused linked to Red Fort blast
Parliament Winter session: Govt to push reform agenda, Opposition to take on govt over SIR
Besides the crucial 'The Atomic Energy Bill, 2025', which seeks to govern the use and regulation of atomic energy in India, the Higher Education Commission of India Bill and eight other draft legislations are also on the agenda
Cyclone Ditwah: Woman dies, three injured in wall collapse near Kumbakonam
Due to continuous heavy rain, wall of the old house collapsed around 11.30 p.m. and fell onto the asbestos-roof building where the family was sleeping.
VACB recommends Kerala PSC to conduct aided-school appointments to stop corruption
The agency insisted that aided-school managements publish information on appointments in the disability category for official scrutiny, to ensure compliance with the law
As many as 16 State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams and 12 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams have been currently deployed in coastal districts
Ladakh Lieutenant Governors residence renamed Lok Niwas
A historic moment for Ladakh. Today (November 30, 2025), Raj Niwas has been officially renamed as Lok Niwas, symbolising our deep commitment to people-centric governance and inclusive development, says Office of the Lt. Governor
Technology our greatest future asset: Admiral Tripathi at NDA Passing Out Parade
Admiral Tripathi, said he sees the next generation of military leaders disciplined, determined, and ready to safeguard the peace, security, and sovereignty of India and its partner nations
Cyclone Ditwah begins to weaken off TN-Puducherry coast
Extremely heavy rainfall likely at isolated places over north coastal Tamil Nadu and Puducherry today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for several districts across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, including Chennai, for the next three hours on Sunday till 10 am, warning of light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning as Cyclone Ditwah continues to influence weather conditions along the country's east coast. Red alert has also been issued in some districts of Tamil Nadu and an orange alert for heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning. The district administration has placed disaster response teams on standby. The continuous downpour has also led to paddy fields being submerged in parts of many districts, raising concerns about potential crop damage.
Pilot killed after reported mid-air collision in Australia
Responders found the pilots body in bushland near the airport in Wedderburn, a southwestern suburb of Sydney, New South Wales state police said
Cyclone Ditwah: India on high alert; death toll in Sri Lanka crosses 150 top developments
Cyclone Ditwah has prompted a high alert in South India, with Tamil Nadu and Puducherry bracing for potential rain and thunderstorms. The cyclone's path runs parallel to the coast, posing a threat after claiming 159 lives in Sri Lanka. India has launched Operation Sagar Bandhu, deploying relief and rescue teams to assist the island nation.
Cyclone Ditwah continues to bring more rains to TN and Puducherry
As per the latest bulletin by the Regional Meteorological Department issued on Sunday, strong surface winds with speed reaching 60-70 km ph gusting to 80 km ph is likely to prevail over the North Coastal Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE Updates: Cyclone Ditwah Nears Tamil Nadu-Puducherry Coast, Heavy Rain Expected
Cyclone Ditwah stayed close to the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast on Saturday, moving slowly northwards and bringing the risk of strong rain across several southern states now under a red alert.
MBA student stabbed near Jnanabharathi Metro station on Mysuru Road
BENGALURU: A 21-year-old MBA student from Tamil Nadu was brutally attacked and robbed by two unidentified scooter-borne assailants near the Jnanabharathi metro station on Mysuru Road. The victim, struck with a sharp knife, received 22 stitches on his left cheek. The student, who was walking towards the metro station from his paying guest (PG) accommodation, was stopped and assaulted. As it was dark, he could not see the vehicles registration number. Despite bleeding heavily, he ran back to his PG and sought his friends help to reach a hospital. The victim has been identified as Naveen J G, a native of Coimbatore and a first-year MBA student at a private university on Outer Ring Road. He sustained a deep cut on his face caused by the assailants knife. The incident occurred on Wednesday between 11.30 pm and 11.55 pm, and the complaint was filed the next day. After he was taken to a hospital in Kengeri Satellite Town, the hospital filed a medico-legal case and alerted the police. According to the police, the assailants approached from behind on a scooter, assaulted him and snatched his iPhone worth Rs 1.5 lakh. We are checking CCTV footage in the vicinity to trace the accused. The student is out of danger and has been discharged from the hospital. The incident occurred when he was walking to the metro station from his PG, an officer said. The Jnanabharathi police have registered a case of robbery.
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Tamil Nadu Braces For Cyclone Ditwah: Dos And Don'ts To Stay Safe
Cyclone Ditwah, now 50 km off the Tamil Nadu coast, is expected to bring extremely heavy rain to Tamil Nadu and Puducherry as it weakens and moves northward without making landfall.
Date of death unavailable, deceased voters in Chennai marked permanently shifted
CHENNAI: With one-day special electors help desks conducted on Saturday at 947 polling booths and high-rise buildings across 16 Assembly constituencies in the city, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) said that they continue to face difficulties in processing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) forms related to shifted residents, as well as deceased voters. Speaking to TNIE, BLOs said that though relatives reported the deaths, many are unaware of the exact date of death and did not possess any supporting documents such as death certificates. As a result, BLOs said they have been compelled to classify such individuals whose deaths are confirmed, but dates remain unknown as permanently shifted during the enumeration phase of the roll revision as the mobile app they use did not allow them to mark a voter as deceased without mentioning the date. A BLO in the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni Assembly constituency said, In my booth alone, 120 voters were identified as deceased, but relatives of only about 10 of them could recall the exact date of death. Without this information, we cannot update the BLO app to mark the voter as deceased. Keeping these unprocessed forms also leads to confusion, so we have begun classifying such cases as permanently shifted. The BLO further said that the booth includes several residents who were relocated to Kannagi Nagar, Semmencherry, and Perumbakkam Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board (TNUHDB) tenements. Many of these residents collected the forms but have not returned them, amounting to more than 250 pending forms. Another 100150 forms remain undistributed because Im unable to trace those shifted residents, she added. Another BLO said that in her booth, 50 voters were identified as deceased, but relatives of only six could recall the date of death, leaving the remaining 44 cases to be classified as permanently shifted. The BLOs also expressed concerns over mounting workload, noting that many forms still need to be distributed or collected. In another booth, nearly 100 forms remain undistributed. Despite the special help desk being set up on Saturday, about 97 voters are yet to collect their forms, the official said.
One dead after car rams into three near mall in Delhi's Vasant Kunj; driver apprehended
According to the police, three men, all employees of a restaurant, were found lying injured at the spot; they were shifted to a hospital and one was declared brought dead
Red alert has also been issued in some districts of Tamil Nadu and an orange alert for heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning
Cyclone Ditwah nears Tamil Nadu coast, 54 flights cancelled at Chennai airport: 10 points
Cyclone Ditwah is influencing east coast weather, prompting a yellow alert for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, including Chennai. As many as 54 flights have been cancelled at the Chennai Airport with Air India issuing an advisory for passengers. The IMD has warned of heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry.
With 27 leaf-litter bins, this neighbourhood in Chennai was ready for Cyclone Ditwah
After Ditwah retreats and the gust ceases, the fallen leaves on five streets in Kotturpuram will not leave those streets, but be deposited in 27 leaf litter bins and allowed to turn into compost. A gardener would water the leaf litter periodically to aid the composting process. When the compost is ready, it will be distributed to residents, who will use it for their plants thereby closing the loop
MCD bypolls: Voting begins in 12 wards
The polls are expected to reveal the voters' mood in Delhi after BJPs victory in the Assembly election in February this year
International rights group chief says Syrias reforms are promising but democracy is still lacking
Amnesty Internationals secretary general says Syrias new authorities show some commitment to reform, transitional justice and reconciliation
Cyclone Ditwah live tracker: The IMD in its latest weather bulletin said the cyclonic storm 'Ditwah' will track nearly northwards, moving parallel to the Tamil NaduPuducherry coastline over the next 24 hours. Ditwah is expected to make landfall on November 30. Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry are on high alert as IMD has warned of heavy rainfall in these regions.
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Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry are set for more torrential rains as cyclone Ditwah is moving towards the Indian coast.
Russian attacks kill three as diplomatic efforts to end Ukraine war gain momentum
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that an Ukrainian delegation, headed by national security chief Rustem Umerov, was on its way to swiftly and substantively work out the steps needed to end the war
Cyclone Ditwah: Tamil Nadu Braces For Heavy Rain, No Landfall Expected
Extremely heavy rain is expected in multiple districts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry as Cyclone Ditwah inches closer to the eastern coastline. The cyclone is not expected to make landfall.
Four dead, one injured in a fire at Sangam Vihar
A call was received at around 6:24 p.m. on Saturday about a four storied building which had a footwear shop on the ground floor, being engulfed in fire
Pope to wrap up Turkiye trip before heading to Lebanon
Pope Leo is the fifth pontiff to visit Turkiye, after Pope Paul VI in 1967, Pope John Paul II in 1979, Pope Benedict XVI in 2006 and Pope Francis in 2014; he will fly to Beirut for a visit lasting until Tuesday (December 2, 2025)
Cyclone Ditwah: IMD issues red alert for north Tamil Nadu, Puducherry; top 10 developments
Cyclone Ditwah intensifies, prompting a red alert for northern Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and south Andhra Pradesh. Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is anticipated in several districts. Authorities urge residents to stay indoors and fishermen to avoid the sea. Air India warns of flight disruptions. Sri Lanka has already reported significant destruction and casualties.
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Chennai weather: Chennai and other districts of Tamil Nadu are expected to receive extremely heavy rainfall as cyclone Ditwah heads towards Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast. Schools in various districts of Tamil Nadu were shut on Saturday but there is no official confirmation on the same. Several flights have been cancelled at the Chennai airport as a precautionary measure.
With Cyclone Ditwah looming over Tamil Nadu, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw took the initiative to check on railway safety measures. The India Meteorological Department has raised a red flag, warning of severe weather for northern Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and parts of southern Andhra Pradesh, where heavy rainfall is expected.
Couple critical after being set on fire over family feud in Jaipur village
Police detained two persons at Mokhampura after registering and FIR
Raj Thackeray opposes tree felling for Sadhu Gram ahead of Nashik Kumbh Mela
MNS chief,Congress, activists, and citizens join protests over land clearance for 2026 Kumbh Mela preparations
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Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: After delta, south coastal districts, Ditwah to batter north T.N.
14 NDRF teams deployed in Villupuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Pudukottai, and Mayiladuthurai; additional teams allocated for Puducherry and Chennai
G. Sai Prasad to be new Chief Secretary of A.P.
Incumbent Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand will supperannuate Febaruary 28, 2026
Spinners lift Pakistan to 6-wicket win over Sri Lanka to clinch T20 tri-series title
Sri Lanka lost its last eight wickets for just 16 runs before it got bowled out for 114 in 19.1 overs after Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha won the toss and elected to bat
The women capturing Indias Census data
In a dress rehearsal for Indias first-ever digital Census, enumerators learn the workings of two apps on their mobile phones. Women are set to lead the countrys headcount, being held after a gap of 16 years
Muscles are not for vanity; they are what helps one in the cut and thrust of daily life
Residents flag rising congestion on KNK Road, illegal pavement parking persists
The Chennai Corporation had proposed a multilevel car parking on KNK Road in May 2024
Experts urge students to explore careers in med tech
The speakers stressed that the rapidly evolving nature of MedTech demands openness to continuous learning, adaptability, and a willingness to step beyond ones core department
Faf du Plessis to skip IPL 2026, will play in PSL
Faf du Plessis is ready to embark on a new journey with PSL, which will be held concurrently with the IPL between March and May 2026
NHAI leaves Surapet toll plaza a mess with broken roofs, vandalized toilets
City doctors save twins who shared single placenta
Realtors want govt to stop enforcement of grid of roads plan
Cyclone Ditwah: Storm may weaken, but city will still get heavy rain
Cyclonic storm Ditwah is bringing rain to south Tamil Nadu, with intense showers expected for the north, including Chennai, this weekend. While the storm is forecast to weaken, it may still cause widespread heavy rainfall.
Chandrayaan-4 to take off in 2028, says ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan
Australian Prime Minister Albanese becomes first ever to marry in office
Anthony Albanese is the first Prime Minister to marry while in office in the 124-year history of the Australian federal government
Looks like India doesn't have an off-spinner for Test cricket: Harbhajan Singh
Harbhajan Singh opined that Tamil Nadu all-rounder Washington has a long way to go to establish himself as a specialist right-arm off-spinner and be a like-for-like replacement for R. Ashwin in terms of all-round skills
India wins silver in Dressage event at FEI Asian Championships
Shruthi Vohra and her horse, Magnanimous, came up with another fantastic score in the Intermediate 1 dressage test to clinch the Individual Silver
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Watch out for digital dementia
Humans risk weakening memory and problem-solving abilities by leaning on AI for everything
Cyclone slows SIR form collection
City health systems brace for hike in fever cases
Englands Mark Wood sits out training and could miss second Ashes Test
Mark Wood is not expected to recover in time for the opening day on December 4 at the Gabba in Brisbane, but England will be hoping he could return later in the series
Trinamool spokesperson Arup Chakraborty alleges that the Election Commission of Indias appointment of electoral roll observers in West Bengal shortly after the BJP State Presidents remarks on the ongoing SIR proves that the Commission is compromised to favour the BJP
Rethinking AI integration in education
Growing accustomed to the convenience of machine-generated outputs, humans often begin to lose the sense of agency
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CPI(M)s Bangla Bachao Yatra begins in West Bengal
CPI(M) State Secretary Mohammad Salim accused Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of enabling the entry of RSSBJP (Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Bharatiya Janata Party) in the state
What are the facts on uranium in breast milk? | Explained
Where were the samples taken? What has the report highlighted? What are the World Health Organization guidelines on permissible limits? Why do doctors say mothers must continue to breast feed? Why must the civic administration keep checking groundwater?
Turtle nesting begins on grim note; 10 found dead this week
Stalkers death penalty gets commuted to 20 years in jail
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Despite the Dubai crash, HAL and the IAF remain firm that the fighter aircraft is safe, reliable and strategically crucial for Indias air combat capability
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Citizens groups to hold protest on Dec. 3 against air pollution; NSUI lends support
Pakistan cancelled military action against Afghanistan at Qatar's request: DPM Dar
Ishaq Dar warned that Pakistan has the power and capability to fix the issues of militancy emanating from Afghanistan.
Bengaluru school students create award-winning app for faster ambulance access
Ambulink developed byGrade 8 students from Bengaluru has won the Global Grand Prize at Technovation Girls 2025, one of the worlds largest tech-entrepreneurship competitions to encourage girls to pursue STEM
The Durand Line: Fragile frontier
The colonial-era boundary, which Afghanistan doesnt recognise today, remains a source of contention between Kabul and Islamabad
MCDbypollstoday;BJP,AAP, Cong. to face off first time after Feb. 5 election
Polling to 12 wards to begin from 7.30a.m.; enhanced transport and security in place across 580 booths; police to deploy drones to monitor three booths marked critical
There was a time, many moons ago, when the clatter of keys striking paper echoed through quiet rooms, a sound as familiar as the ticking of a clock
Foreigners in Puzhal prison operated inter-State drug cartel with local contacts
Probe by Tiruvallur Police found that while incarcerated, the foreigners cultivated relationships with local prisonersand deployed them as operatives; crackdown was launched following tip-offs on use of methamphetamine and cocaine by working professionals and college students
2 held for stealing aluminium, brass
Trade unions in Tamil Nadu oppose draft law allowing women in hazardous industries
Over 900 students participate in entrepreneurship summit
Man held for hurling petrol bomb at apartment
City hospital opens robotic surgery institute
Man gets 3 yrs jail for sexually harassing cop
Cop abuses victim, clip goes viral
Man beats woman to death as she refused to give money
Construction worker held for throwing petrol bomb inside an apartment complex
Bizman arrested at airport for cheating
