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TVK MLA claims Rahul Gandhi will help Tamil Nadu CM Vijay become Prime Minister in 2029

Kanimozhi Santhosh said, It was Mr. Rahul Gandhi who made our leader [Mr. Vijay] sit in the Chief Ministers chair. Similarly, in 2029, Mr. Rahul Gandhi would hold our leaders hand and lead him to the Prime Ministers chair.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 5:35 pm

Dharini Komal brings Indias freedom story to stage in new Tamil play

Premiered at Narada Gana Sabha, Endru Thaniyum weaves together landmark events and lesser-known episodes from Indias Independence movement.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 5:26 pm

Cochin University of Science and Technology decides to introduce industry-flexible curriculum

About 80% of the syllabus will comprise the core curriculum prescribed by the Board of Studies while the remaining 20% will constitute the flexible curriculum component

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 5:19 pm

Pros craft and whimsy comes to Chennai to take over your home

Ahead of Pros showcase of home furnishings in Chennai, founder Aneeth Arora speaks about drawing on nearly 20 seasons of archival textiles including Chanderi, Maheshwari cottons, linens, mashru stripes, jamdani brocades and gamcha checks.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 5:19 pm

Soaring cotton prices put textile mills under pressure

With yarn demand showing signs of recovery but cotton costs rising rapidly, textile mills are now facing the challenge of balancing improved operating volumes with higher raw-material expenses.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 5:17 pm

From child to divinity: How Dasara padas portrayed Krishnas many forms

From Vyasaraya and Purandaradasa to Kanakadasa, how the saint-poets evocative verses found their way into the Carnatic repertoire.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 5:13 pm

In personal insolvency case before NCLAT, Subhash Chandra opposes formation of 5-member NCLT bench

Appearing for Subash Chandra before the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal, Senior Advocate Sasmit Patra termed the NCLT order faulty and wrong and said, hey are not empowered to form a five-member bench

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 5:09 pm

After missing deadline, Bengaluru Metro Pink Lines 7.5-km stretch ready, inauguration expected in September

The Pink Line, a 21.3-km corridor connecting Kalena Agrahara in the south to Nagawara in the north, is a crucial component of the metro expansion.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 5:06 pm

Puligundus 1,000-foot twin rock peaks near Chittoor to be developed for adventure, eco and temple tourism

District Collector Sumit Kumar said graded trails, rock climbing and bouldering would use the natural rocks, with a zip-line between the peaks to be explored

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 5:03 pm

Two arrested for pelting empty liquor bottle at Vande Bharat Express in Salem

During inquiry, the accused reportedly told the RPF that they had thrown an empty liquor bottle onto the railway track. The bottle was hit by the moving train and projected towards the window of the coach

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:50 pm

SC orders oversight by AG, SG in BCI policy decisions ahead of polls

Apex court says Manan Kumar Mishra is only pro-tem chief, limited to BCIs day-to-day functioning only

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:49 pm

Sexual assault of nursery student: NCW seeks stringent action

On August 24, the child was shown photographs and CCTV footage from the school and she identified the accused, police said

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:44 pm

91 electric garbage vehicles sanctioned for Kurnool; first 30 flagged off

Industries Minister T.G. Bharath said the old vehicles had failed for want of maintenance, that 140 crore had been allocated for the corporation and 100 crore more sanctioned for parks, roads and drains

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:44 pm

Congress not a slave to TVK-led alliance, says party leader in Puducherry

Rahul Gandhi is the Prime Ministerial candidate of the INDIA bloc, V. Narayanasamy said at a press conference when asked about the statements made by certain TVK leaders in support of Tamil Nadu CM Vijay as the PM candidate for the 2029 LS polls

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:41 pm

Premier League clubs smash summer transfer spending record

Man City leads spending spree with 458 million as Fernandez joins in record-equalling 125 million deal

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:28 pm

ICC Test rankings: Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah slip; Devdutt Padikkal moves up

Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha, who struck resilient centuries in the second Test at Colombo against India, moved up as many as 29 positions to reach 25th

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:23 pm

Nepal flash flood: Death toll rises to over 1,100, says police

Nepals devastating flash floods have killed over 1,100 people, with nearly 4,000 still missing. Rescue and relief operations continue as authorities search for survivors and provide aid to affected communities.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:17 pm

ICF-Chennai gets order for 51 rakes for Bengaluru suburban rail project from K-RIDE

The work order covers the design, manufacture, inspection, testing, and commissioning of the coaches

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:15 pm

Withdrawal of cases against farmers welcomed

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:14 pm

Muslim Jamaat condemns Keralam Chief Ministers remarks on Kanthapuram, seeks apology

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesans remarks that veteran Sunni scholar Kanthapuram A.P. Aboobacker Musliar had misinterpreted Islam. The Muslim Jamaat says the Chief Minister has misunderstood Islamic history and events and commented on them without properly considering their context

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:13 pm

Three cases registered under POCSO Act

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:12 pm

Nepal flash floods: 220 of 350 Tamils safe; efforts continue to trace others, Advocate General tells Madras High Court

He says the relatives of some of the missing persons were provided with free air tickets to fly to Kathmandu and help in efforts to trace them

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:11 pm

Ebola death toll passes 3,000 in DR Congo: official data

The World Health Organization has in the meantime recommended the implementation of a phase three clinical trial using the Ervebo vaccine deployed against the Zaire strain

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 4:11 pm

Bill to set up Tamil Nadu Investment Promotion Commission, fast-track clearances introduced in Assembly

The Bill seeks to introduce Section 16-A to the Tamil Nadu Business Facilitation Act, 2018, empowering the State government to constitute the Tamil Nadu Investment Promotion Commission with the Chief Secretary as its Chairperson

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:50 pm

Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan defends State governments borrowings

He says the United Democratic Front government faces the additional challenge of not getting the Revenue Deficit Grant, which was available till last year

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:45 pm

Endurance test: On the Indian economys resilience | The Hindu Editorial

The quarters ahead will test the stamina of Indias economic resilience

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:44 pm

Air India Express introduces new uniforms for cabin crew, frontline staff

Air India Express has introduced new uniforms that bring together design elements from different Indian states for its cabin crew and frontline staff. There are also certain changes in the uniforms of pilots of the Tata Group-owned airline. Launched from 1 September, the uniforms are being introduced across cabin crew, airport services, aviation security, and flight operations teams, Air India Express said in a release on Wednesday. Of the airline's total strength of around 8,000, new uniforms will be issued to over 5,200 staff, excluding pilots, as their uniforms require only a few changes. Drawing from the same inspiration, the uniforms incorporate design elements influenced by Tamil Nadu's Kanjeevaram, Himachal Pradesh's Pattu, Gujarat's Patola, Assam's Gamosa and Madhya Pradesh's Bagh, the release said. Anchored in vibrant Xpress Blue palette and accented with its signature Xpress Orange, the uniforms were designed in-house by the airline's designer Pooja Krishnan. Accord

Business Standard 2 Sep 2026 3:42 pm

U.S., Iran exchange fresh strikes near Strait of Hormuz as energy supply concerns rise

Fighting between the United States and Iran has flared up again, with Washington carrying out fresh strikes and Tehran retaliating with missiles and drones.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:41 pm

GLP-1 weight loss drugs effective even at low starter doses

The GLP-1 drugs semaglutide, sold as Ozempic and Wegovy by Novo Nordisk, and Eli Lilly's tirzepatide, sold under the brand names Mounjaro and Zepbound, are prescribed initially at a low dose followed by gradual titration to higher doses, to help the body adjust and minimize side effects

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:37 pm

Tamil Nadu Government Withdraws Cases Against Farmers and Teachers

Chennai, September 2: The Tamil Nadu government has announced the withdrawal of all criminal cases against farmers and teachers who participated in peaceful protests supporting their livelihoods, rights, and other legitimate demands between May 2021 and April 2026. Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay made this announcement in the Assembly under Rule 110, describing it as ... Read more Tamil Nadu Government Withdraws Cases Against Farmers and Teachers

Morningstar 2 Sep 2026 3:34 pm

Madras High Court sets aside order preventing Tamil Nadu temples from acquiring elephants

Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan allow a State appeal preferred against a single judges order

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:34 pm

Tamil Nadu govt to withdraw cases filed against farmers, teachers during DMK regime: CM Vijay

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Wednesday (September 2) announced that the police cases filed against protesting farmers and teachers during the previous DMK regime will be withdrawn.While addressing the state Assembly, Vijay said many cases were filed between May 2021 and April 2026 against farmers and teachers who fought for their livelihoods and rights during the previous regime.

India TV 2 Sep 2026 3:33 pm

Tamil Nadu to withdraw cases against protesting farmers, teachers: CM Vijay

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced police cases against farmers will be withdrawn. Cases against teachers who protested for their rights will also be dropped. These withdrawals aim to strengthen democratic rights and public trust. Previous government filed cases against farmers opposing airport and industrial projects. The Chief Minister cited humanitarian and democratic principles for this executive decision.

The Economic Times 2 Sep 2026 3:27 pm

Vijays Heartwarming Gesture Wins Hearts Online

A heartwarming moment unfolded at Mettur Dam as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay handed over his glasses to an elderly woman. The simple gesture quickly caught attention and won hearts online.

The Times of India 2 Sep 2026 3:25 pm

Vijays Heartwarming Gesture To Elderly Woman Goes Viral

Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay visited a farmers home in Mettur and touched hearts with a warm gesture. During the visit, Vijay gifted his glasses to an elderly woman, a moment that has caught the attention of netizens on social media.

The Times of India 2 Sep 2026 3:25 pm

Trisha, Radhika, Aparna team up for Tamil psychological horror flick

Directed by Raja Krishna Menon, this film promises to bring together a dark psychological drama and horror in a compelling narrative

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:25 pm

Mayday interview: Directors John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein on Top Gun nostalgia and working with an ICBM

Ahead of their latest Apple TV Cold War thriller Mayday, filmmaking duo John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein talk about why the 80s still have a grip on them and the logistics of wrangling a nuclear missile

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:20 pm

Kashmir Crime Branch books five persons for fake appointment, transfer orders in Education Department

The specialised police unit filed a chargesheet before the Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate, Budgam, against the five accused

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:19 pm

Underground electric and telephone cables to be laid in Chidambaram: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

He said the project would cost 36 crore, and that it would ensure that the car festival of the Nataraja Temple was conducted without any obstacles

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:57 pm

Goa Assembly passes Bill to drop leprosy references from child law to curb stigma

The legislative change aligns with a Supreme Court directive aimed at promoting inclusivity and ensuring that vulnerable populations receive equitable healthcare

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:54 pm

ORN.com Joins the DP World Womens Asia Cup 2026 as Global Sponsor

The collaboration brings ORN.com together with one of Asias most important womens sporting events as the brand expands its vision of making unforgettable journeys more accessible.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:52 pm

What is Article 142 that the Supreme Court used to quash FIRs against NEET protesters? | Explained

How expansive is the power it gives the Supreme Court? What are the limits?

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:49 pm

Why have people fallen sick after Chloroquine administration in Andhra Pradesh | Explained

Fatal incident in Andhra Pradeshs Polavaram district raises questions about the safe administration of Chloroquine, a commonly used malaria treatment, as a seven-year-old girl dies and dozens fall ill

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:49 pm

Watch: What is continuous glucose monitoring? | Health Wrap

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices allow people to track glucose levels continuously rather than through occasional blood sugar readings. But what exactly is a CGM? Who can benefit from it? How has it changed diabetes management? And what are its limitations?

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:48 pm

Watch: Health Wrap | Episode 45 : All you need to know about: Kangaroo Mother Care

Health Wrap Episode 45 marks World Breastfeeding Week with a special episode from a Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) unit, exploring how this approach supports the care of premature and low-birth-weight babies. What is KMC? Which babies can benefit from it? How is it practised, and what are its benefits? The episode also looks at integrated family KMC and the role of fathers and family members in caring for newborns. Ramya Kannan, Health Editor, The Hindu, speaks to experts and takes viewers through a KMC unit to understand the practice and its place in newborn care.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:47 pm

CM Vijay announces withdrawal of cases filed against farmers, teachers during DMK era

CM Vijay announces withdrawal of cases filed against farmers, teachers during DMK era Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government has announced the withdrawal of all criminal cases registered against farmers and teachers who participated in peaceful protests between May 2021 and April 2026 in support of their livelihood, rights and other legitimate demands. Chief Minister C. [] The post CM Vijay announces withdrawal of cases filed against farmers, teachers during DMK era appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 2 Sep 2026 2:38 pm

Anthropic announces Claude Fable 5.1 and Mythos 5.1 models

Anthropic referred to Claude Fable 5.1 and Claude Mythos 5.1 as the worlds most advanced models for coding and knowledge work

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:29 pm

A one-man Marathi theatre classic comes to Hyderabad

Film and theatre actor Sandeep Pathak brings the iconic Marathi play to Hyderabad, playing 52 characters in a hilarious tale of a Maharashtrian wedding, village life and a first flight to London

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:24 pm

When healthcare comes too late | Review of Ramani Atkuris Staying Alive

Atkuris book insists that lives on the margins should be looked at with humanity, written about, and cared for

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:24 pm

Why is India acquiring the Javelin anti-tank missile system? | Explained

The Javelins induction took nearly 15 years because India and the U.S. could not initially bridge differences over technology transfer and local production

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:21 pm

Delhi HC asks police to reply to ex-AAP councillor Tahir Hussain's appeal in IB officer murder case

Tahir Hussains appeal contests the trial courts findings, claiming a biased investigation and wrongful witness testimonies

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:11 pm

EAM Jaishankar to visit Ukraine, Poland from September 3

Jaishankar's trip to Ukraine assumes significance as it comes amid escalation of hostilities between Kyiv and Moscow

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:07 pm

Digital driving licences, vehicle registration certificates to be launched in Tamil Nadu on September 15: CM Vijay

The facility to download the certificates would come into force across the State from September 15, 2026. Anywhere Registration/Licensing of vehicles to be introduced in the State in a phased manner

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 2:06 pm

Tamil Nadu DVAC unearths over 1.21 crore unaccounted money in August

The agency also reported convictions in three corruption cases during the period before the Special Courts for Prevention of Corruption Act cases and Principal District and Sessions Courts in Tirunelveli, Tiruchirappalli, and Perambalur.

The Hindu Businessline 2 Sep 2026 1:54 pm

BJP questions Tamil Nadu government

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The News Mill 2 Sep 2026 1:47 pm

Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit: the lamp of India

A woman who left behind an extraordinary diplomatic legacy, Vijaya Lakshmi Pandits name shines brightly in the field of International Relations

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:41 pm

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay proposes 4,800-crore desalination plant at Minjur with 400-million-litre capacity

He also announced in the Assembly a 500-crore drinking water project for Avadi

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:37 pm

All animals need equal consideration

The judiciarys differential treatment of two categories of animals elephants and street dogs raises important moral and legal questions

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:34 pm

17 Jharkhand workers injured as vehicle overturns near Nellore; Collector orders inquiry

The 21 workers were on their way to Daggavolu in Tirupati district to shift power lines when the vehicle overturned near Buja Buja Nellore

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:29 pm

Gaps found in air pollution control measures at units in Edayar industrial area

The board officials stated that the inspections found lapses mainly in the operation and maintenance of odour control measures

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:28 pm

Conservancy workers boycott work over assault on supervisor in Erode

Rajesh Kumar, a sanitary work supervisor in Zone II of the Corporation, was allegedly assaulted by Sebastian, a resident of Bharathi Nagar, on Tuesday afternoon

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:27 pm

Rupee falls 2 paise to 94.97 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Forex traders said the RBI is keeping a tab on the rupee's fall as Brent crude prices have risen to $95 per barrel

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:26 pm

How Hi director Vishnu Edavan brought the old-school Tamil cinema entertainer back

Starring Kavin and Nayanthara, Hi marks lyricist Vishnu Edavans directorial debut and revives the breezy, low-stakes Tamil entertainers of the 1990s and 2000s, with veterans Bhagyaraj, Prabhu and Radikaa Sarathkumar rounding out its ensemble cast

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:26 pm

Street Fighter trailer: Ryu, Ken and Chun-li return to the World Warrior Tournament

The new trailer gives fans a closer look at the live-action video game adaptation, including Dhalsim, E. Honda, Blanka, Guile and Akuma

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:25 pm

JioHotstarexpands tothe UK, Canada and Singapore

The platform kicked off its international launch with a new line-up of entertainment content

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:24 pm

The Early Spring: Why this Chinese drama is taking global audiences by storm

Starring Jing Boran and Sun Qian, the steamy workplace romance has found fans around the world for its portrayal of complex relationship dynamics, intimacy, and the challenges of navigating modern dating alongside ambitious professional pursuits

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:23 pm

Jadavpur University V-C calls for check on wall graffiti, asks students to air views on social media

Mr. Bhattacharya said students and teachers should preserve the institution's long-standing tradition of free thought and expression, while keeping the campus clean and peaceful

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:22 pm

Two Turkish-flagged commercial vessels collide off Istanbul

Authorities were unable to establish contact with the Tugberk Imamoglu and its 10 crew members

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 12:56 pm

Bombay High Court orders CBI probe into death of ex-celebrity manager Disha Salian

The Court said that the CBI shall register an FIR and record the statement of the deceaseds father but no person shall be treated as an accused until and unless there is sufficient material

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 12:55 pm

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces 4,800 crore drinking water projects

Making the announcements under Rule 110, Vijay said the decisions were aimed at strengthening public welfare, improving essential services and protecting democratic rights

Business Standard 2 Sep 2026 12:46 pm

Nepal floods: Madras High Court seeks status reports from Centre, Tamil Nadu on efforts to trace 85 missing pilgrims

The Madras High Court has directed the Centre and the Tamil Nadu government to place on record detailed status reports on the measures being undertaken to locate 85 people from the State who remain untraceable following the devastating floods and landslides in Nepal. A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G [] The post Nepal floods: Madras High Court seeks status reports from Centre, Tamil Nadu on efforts to trace 85 missing pilgrims appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 2 Sep 2026 12:41 pm

Lakshya makes another early exit, Srikanth progresses in China Masters

It was Lakshyas third defeat to the Canadian, with his only win being at the All England Championships in March this year

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 12:40 pm

Tamil Nadu government to withdraw cases filed against farmers, teachers during DMK regime: CM Vijay

Making a suo motu statement in the Assembly, he said the TVK government would respect the democratic rights of farmers and teachers who had protested peacefully

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 12:37 pm

'TN to drop cases filed against farmers, teachers during DMK regime': CM Vijay

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister made headlines by announcing the withdrawal of charges against protesting farmers and teachers, a move aimed at reinforcing democracy and nurturing public faith. The announcement also included transformative drinking water projects statewide, along with waste-to-energy solutions and upgrades to digital driving licenses. Furthermore, the government addressed the current protests by sanitary workers in Chennai, reinforcing its engagement with social issues.

The Times of India 2 Sep 2026 12:31 pm

OpenAI to launch new model with 'stronger safeguards' after hack

Although Astra was not involved in the incident, OpenAI has beefed up its safety measures, the company said in a blog post

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 12:31 pm

Global warming will exceed limit, UN says in a report that maps path to get back below danger zone

Earth is soon going to exceed the safe temperature threshold agreed upon by the world in the 2015 Paris climate accord, according to a bleak first-of-its-kind report issued by the United Nations Environment Programme

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 12:30 pm

CERN Chief in India: Why mega-science projects matter

The world needs more mega-science projects, said Director-General of CERN, Mark Thomson, during his visit to Mumbai for the India premiere of The Peace Particle, a documentary on CERN.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 12:30 pm