President Murmu, PM Modi greet Jharkhand residents on States foundation day
Jharkhand, which is known for its pristine forests and natural resources, was created on November 15, 2000, from what was previously the southern areas of Bihar
PM Modi pays tribute to Birsa Munda on birth anniversary
Prime Minister Modi said the courage, struggle and sacrifice of 'Dharti Aaba' would continue to inspire generations to uphold self-respect, freedom and rights
3 militants arrested for extortion in Manipur
UNLF (Pambei) signed a peace pact with the Centre and state government in 2023. However, its members allegedly continue with illegal activities, including extortion and arms possession, leading to their arrests
Bay of Bengal system likely to intensify into cyclone; fishermen asked to return
Digital Desk | Chennai, Nov 15 (IANS) A weather system over the southeast Bay of Bengal is expected to develop into a cyclonic storm by Monday evening and could subsequently intensify into a severe cyclonic storm, the Meteorological Department has forecast. Fishermen have been advised to return to shore as strong winds are expected over the southwest Bay of Bengal until November 18. The Indian Coast Guard, meanwhile, said ships and aircraft were ready for rescue operations to protect lives and property. According to the weather department, the low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to strengthen on Sunday while moving west-northwestwards. It is expected to develop into a cyclonic storm over the central parts of the southeast Bay of Bengal by Monday evening. The department has indicated the possibility of further intensification after the system reaches cyclonic storm strength. Its forecast points to the potential development of a severe cyclonic storm as the weather system gathers strength over the sea. The forecast describes a developing system, with its strengthening expected to occur in stages over Sunday and Monday. The possibility of a severe cyclonic storm relates to further intensification after the cyclone forms, rather than the systems present condition. The forecast does not specify a landfall location or timing. It also does not indicate the extent of any coastal impact from the anticipated cyclone. The immediate advisories concern rainfall over parts of Tamil Nadu and strong winds over the southwest Bay of Bengal. In Tamil Nadu, moderate rainfall is likely on Sunday and Monday in districts adjoining the Western Ghats and across the southern parts of the state. Chennai could receive light rainfall on Sunday, the regional weather centre said. The rainfall outlook covers the next two days, while the warning for strong winds over the southwest Bay of Bengal extends until Wednesday (November 18). Fishermen already at sea have been instructed to return to the coast in view of the expected conditions. The Coast Guards announcement of readiness comes as the department forecasts further strengthening of the system. Ships and aircraft have been kept prepared to undertake rescue operations should the need arise. The maritime preparations accompany the warning to fishing communities as the low-pressure system moves towards the forecast cyclonic stage.
Nations grapple with loss of 1.5C target at UN climate summit
The world has already warmed about 1.4C above pre-industrial times and the UN declared in September that crossing 1.5C the most ambitious target threshold of the Paris accord was imminent and unavoidable
TN: 4,100 police personnel deployed as Tiruchendur temple prepares for 'Soorasamharam'
Digital Desk | Tiruchendur, Nov 15 (IANS) Thousands of devotees gathered at the Subramaniya Swamy Temple in Tamil Nadu's Tiruchendur on Sunday for 'Soorasamharam', the centrepiece of the annual Kanda Sashti festival, with around 4,100 police personnel deployed to ensure security and regulate crowds. The seaside ritual, depicting Lord Murugans victory over the demon Soorapadman, is scheduled for the evening, with Swami Jayanthinathar being taken in procession to the beach at 4 p.m. One of the most important celebrations at the temple, the second of Lord Murugans six sacred abodes, the festival began on November 10 with Yagasalai pujas. Devotees have since been observing fasts and staying within the temple precincts and in temporary shelters nearby. Security arrangements have been strengthened across the temple complex and beachfront under the supervision of district Superintendent of Police Sivaprasad. Barricades have been erected to manage the crowds, while police personnel are monitoring the gathering from watchtowers. Floating barriers are also being installed to prevent devotees from venturing into deeper waters. The arrangements focus on the beachfront, where large numbers are expected to assemble to witness the ritual. Sundays religious observances begin with the temple opening at 1 a.m., followed by a series of pujas, 'abhishekams' and 'deeparadhana' rituals, ahead of the evening procession. After Soorasamharam, the deities will be ceremonially decorated and deeparadhana performed at the Santhosh Mandapam. Swami Jayanthinathar, accompanied by Valli and Deivanai, will subsequently be taken around the outer precinct before returning to the temple for evening worship. Throughout the festival, special abhishekams and daily pujas have drawn crowds. Nightly processions featuring Swami Jayanthinathar with Valli and Deivanai on a golden chariot have been another attraction. Devotees from outside the region, including overseas visitors, have joined the celebrations. Many staying in temporary shelters have been singing devotional songs and offering prayers, while some have arrived dressed as deities. Colourful lighting and floral decorations across the temple complex have added to the festive atmosphere as devotees continue to arrive for the principal ceremony. The celebrations will continue on Monday, the seventh day of the festival, with the celestial wedding of Swami Kumaravidanga Peruman and Deivanai Ambal scheduled for 11 p.m. Temple trustee board chairman Arul Murugan, Joint Commissioner Arunachalam, trustees and temple employees are coordinating arrangements for the ceremonies and the continuing influx of devotees during the concluding stages of the festival.
Coalition to move away from fossil fuels presses ahead without Colombia, its original champion
The coalition, launched in the Colombian coastal city of Santa Marta in April, is expected to release a progress report this week outlining steps taken by participating countries, including additional national plans to reduce dependence on coal, oil and gas
Total Chess: Praggnanandhaa blunders, out of title race; Erigaisi keeps hopes alive
Only the top four players from each group will advance to knockout 1 and will fight for the title, while the rest will compete in the classification brackets
The sources identified the actor as Amitabh Bachchan, who the gang allegedly wanted to target over his purported remarks concerning the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. Mr. Bachchan has, however, consistently denied making any such statement
U.S. air travel should recover from ground stop by end of November 15, FAA says
New technology being added to the nation's air traffic control system overloaded antiquated equipment and caused intermittent communications and radar gaps, leading to the flight shutdown of more than four hours, Trump administration officials said
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Bomb rips through Damascus suburb; killing 2, including child
The explosion took place in the southern Damascus suburb of Jaramana near a factory where batteries are produced, state TV said
Drought-stricken Beed: Land of parched fields and broken promises
Drought has devastated MaharashtrasBeeddistrict, pushing women farmers and labourers towards distress migration. Despite repeated pleas for employment, villagers say government job guarantees have failed them, even as the State announces a 6,728-crorepackage
Maritime security in focus at India-Belgium naval talks
The bilateral talk was aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and further deepening navy-to-navy engagements between the two countries
Turn crises into opportunities, LG Sinha tells graduates
Jammu, Nov 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday told graduating students to turn crises into opportunities and to move forward with courage, saying talent has no fixed address and greatness does not arrive after checking the postal addresses of certain individuals. Turn crises into opportunities. This is what great personalities did, and the world remembers them today. I believe that talent has no fixed address, and greatness does not arrive after checking postal addresses of certain individual. Greatness seeks courage and struggle, he said. The Lieutenant Governor was addressing the first convocation of Cluster University of Jammu. He said the graduating students of this maiden convocation are the pioneering torchbearers of the university's tradition, and congratulated all graduates, gold medallists and their parents. Governor of Tamil Nadu Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar also graced the occasion. Sinha specially complimented the women students, noting that 130 of the 163 gold medals had been won by daughters. He observed that when given opportunities, daughters do not merely attain positions but redefine the meaning of achievement. Daughters across higher-education institutions in Jammu Kashmir are writing new chapters of success in their own names, he said. Highlighting the intellectual heritage of Jammu and Kashmir, he noted that Maharishi Kalhana, author of the Rajatarangini, Maharishi Abhinavagupta, and the saint-poets Yogini Lalleshwari and Sheikh-ul-Alam promoted harmony among faiths and the pursuit of truth, and said the graduates were carrying forward a tradition of knowledge more than a thousand years old. The LG said India is witnessing a historic period of transformation and emerging as one of the world's largest and fastest-growing major economies with the national resolve of building a developed India by 2047. By then, many of you will be at the highest peaks of your careers. Therefore, a developed India is not a slogan for another generation; it will be the essence of your life's achievements, he said. He said India now has nearly 2,23,000 startups and 135 unicorns, with many founders coming from small towns, reflecting a genuine democratisation of opportunity and entrepreneurship. Offering a fresh perspective on the demographic dividend, he said he preferred to call it a demographic responsibility, adding that society would benefit when youth connect farmers to markets, women's self-help groups become employment-generating enterprises and engineers develop affordable medical tools for remote areas. Highlighting the significance of the humanities, the Lieutenant Governor said, Technology tells us what we can do, while the humanities teach us what we should do. The nation needs engineers as well as historians, and scientists as well as musicians. On artificial intelligence, he said the relationship between AI and humans would be one of partnership, not competition. AI will have speed and data, but humans will provide direction, compassion and the courage to ask new questions. AI should be guided by civilisational norms, values and accountability, and its development should rest on human welfare, not just profit and productivity, he said. The Lieutenant Governor also offered three practical suggestions for internships present a well-studied solution to a company's challenge rather than simply seeking an opportunity, strive to be so valuable that the team feels one's absence, and choose internships that teach something new and gave five resolutions to students: never stop learning, create opportunities rather than only seek them, uphold honesty and ethics, support those who follow, and express love for the nation through action. Knowledge without character is meaningless. Therefore, do not merely aim to be a topper, become individuals who have the courage to speak the truth, the resolve to do what is right, and who treat every human being with dignity and respect, he said. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah; Minister for School Education, Higher Education and Jal Shakti Shamim Firdous; Vice-Chancellor, Cluster University of Jammu, Prof K.S. Chandrasekar; Registrar Ankur Mahajan; MP Jugal Kishore Sharma; MLA Jammu West Arvind Gupta; HoDs, faculty members, students and their parents attended the ceremony.
Mumbai police announce traffic diversion ahead ofBritains Prince William visit
The ceremony is hosted in Mumbai from November 16 to 18 for the sixth annual Earthshot Prize
4.5 magnitude earthquake tremors felt in Maharashtras Jalgaon
District Collector Rohan Ghuge said, No loss of life or property damage in Jalgaon has been reported. Residents should not panic or fall prey to any rumours
Jensen Huang | AI rainmaker meets his Waterloo
The Nvidia chiefs abrupt exit marks a stunning fall from grace for the man who built the hardware foundation of the AI revolution, forged deep ties with Silicon Valleys tech leaders and expanded the companys reach across every layer of the AI stack
TGPCB recommends closures, forfeitures over dusty construction
Traffic diversions for steel flyover construction in Banjara Hills
Telangana Greyhounds get new shooting range at Rajendranagar
Shivakumar Invites Mekedatu Critics From Tamil Nadu To Visit Dam Site
Shivakumar said Karnataka would honour Tamil Nadus entitlement to 177 TMC of water as specified by the Supreme Court, while safeguarding its own rights.
YMCA Madras launches IAS Academy for persons with hearing and speech disabilities
Irai Anbu, former Chief Secretary of Tamil Nadu, offered tips to the students for the UPSC examinations
Past weather trends show fewer cyclones crossing Tamil Nadu coast during Northeast monsoon
Police intensify investigation in sexual harassment case against TVK functionary
TVKs Karamadai union secretary Karupusamy, party worker Sabitha, and her husband Pandi are the accused in the case
Take necessary steps to control inflation, Dhinakaran tells T.N. govt.
2 persons held in Tanishq gold heist in Madurai; main accused still at large, say police
The arrested were identified as Meenakshi, a social media influencer, and Suresh, an autorickshaw driver and father of the prime accused
Seven arrested for siphoning off 22.30 crore from T.N. govt.s account through cyberfraud
The bank account was maintained by Tamil Nadu Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department and contained funds released by the Union and State governments; the accused fraudulently transferred the amount from the departments single nodal account between October 12 and 30
Tamil Nadu unlikely to see significant impact of severe cyclonic storm brewing over Bay of Bengal
BJP to stage protest over allegations of TVK MLAs inappropriate messages to Collector
Investment promotion panel holds first meeting, targets $72 billion in exports
Discussions also focused on the proposed new industrial policy, single-window clearances, and MoUs inked since the TVK-led government came to power
Flood-prone areas to be monitored using drones in Chennai
One drone and a trained operating team will be stationed in each of the citys 15 zones
Residents seek exemption of taxes for non-commercial vehicles at Pallikonda toll plaza
Residents said complete exemption of toll fee will help them cut travel cost and boost agriculture in the area
Youth, two juveniles held for ATM robbery attempt in Vellore
The team also seized sharp weapons that could have been used to break open the machine
Transport Secretary inspects temporary bus termini in Tiruvannamalai for Karthigai Deepam
As part of security arrangements, more than 15,000 police personnel will be deployed
Gang held for robbery in Tirupattur
Special police teams nabbed suspects from a hideout near the town
AIADMK to protest seeking action against Deputy Speaker in Thuraiyur assault incident
Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticises Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay for remaining silent on the issue
Tamil Nadu Medical Services Corporation floats tenders for repair works at Tasmac warehouses
This is not the first instance of the State-run corporation taking on responsibilities beyond its core mandate as officials say the TNMSC is required to undertake any assignment entrusted to it by the government
Exhibition, poster competitions held at CMC to mark World Diabetes Day
As part of the screening initiative, blood glucose testing was conducted for more than 350 participants
Over 70 former bureaucrats urge Vijay to revive Kurian Joseph panel, restore report
MP Kanimozhi questions Vijays silence on missing Gingee girl
Anna University extends winter vacation for engineering students
More room for water, more space for wildlife
CM Vijay is likely to open the restored Kadapakkam Lake on Monday after a 58.31-crore project to boost floodwater storage and support biodiversity.
TNPDCL shifts to longer power pacts as short-term bids stay costly
Anthropics valuation cant secure its moat
Its engineers need to keep building progressively more capable models; the AI firm has also not established that it will be able to sustain its profitability after honouring its infra commitments
Tamil Nadu Investment Promotion Commission mandates 21-day approval deadline, faster clearances
After Arnab and Murasu, Andhra Pradesh braces for another cyclonic storm
Cyclone may make landfall along the North Coastal Andhra Pradesh either on the night of November 19 or in the early hours of November 20, says IMD
VIT-A.P. researchers demonstrate low-cost photonic tech for non-invasive disease screening
Karnataka's Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is advocating for the Mekedatu reservoir project on river Cauvery. His remarks at a recent event have provoked backlash from Tamil Nadu's political parties, including Congress. TN Congress Committee president Manickam Tagore emphasized that the state will resist any attempts to construct the dam without consent. Shivakumar claims the project is vital for drinking water supplies and insists dialogue is crucial for resolution.
Man murders dead sisters former lover, surrenders to police
Gold theft: Four arrested in Wayanad
Police aspirant found dead, boyfriend and relatives arrested in Mahabubabad
Total Chess: Martirosyan inflicts first loss on Carlsen
VCK will always stand firmly on the side of victims, justice: Vanni Arasu
Tamil Nadu adds 424 PG medical seats before second counselling round
Vijay govt's six months in office: Together ... for now
22cr govt fund misappropriate case: Seven mules arrested; money not yet recovered
Tourism revives as roads reopen in Agency Areas
The reopening of key road stretches, coupled with a gradual fall in temperatures and the onset of winter, has brought cheer to tourism stakeholders, with tourist arrivals increasing over the past few days
Only 307 of 347 apartments surveyed have functional rainwater harvesting systems
Andhra University explores global academic tie-ups with Australian varsity, Mozambique
Car catches fire near Kavanur; family escapes unhurt
Keep political parties out of campuses, schools told
Ex-minister Velu appears before DVAC in illegal soil excavation scam at Tiruvannamalai
Rainbow Hospital in Visakhapatnam marks World Prematurity Day
Gang poses as cops, I-T staff for extortion; 5th suspect held
Inspectors responsible for drug deaths, seizures: DGP
Two factory workers killed in hit-and-run in Chengalpet
Watch: APEC summit: Trump, Xi and Putin set for historic trilateral talks
U.S. President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to hold an unprecedented trilateral meeting on November 19, on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Shenzhen, China. The leaders are expected to discuss the U.S.-Iran war, the Russia-Ukraine conflict and nuclear arms control. The proposed meeting comes months after the New START nuclear arms treaty between the U.S. and Russia expired in February 2026. While the meeting could mark a significant diplomatic moment, analysts say expectations of major breakthroughs remain low.
BJP accuses Congress of double standard on womens issues
BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj cited allegations against three Congress leaders, all of whom have denied them, and said the party and Rahul Gandhi had maintained a conspicuous silence
Watch: SIT digs up Gem Veeramanis Chennai house for remains of minor girl
A Special Investigation Team is excavating the Chennai residence of Gem Granites founder R. Veeramani in search of the remains of a minor girl. The search follows a victims statement before a POCSO court. The investigation has also led to the arrest of Veeramani and action against seven police officers over alleged lapses in the case.
Watch: India backs UNGA resolution supporting Palestinian rights over natural resources
On November 11, the 193-member United Nations General Assembly overwhelmingly passed a landmark draft resolution proposed by Uruguay regarding natural resources in occupied territories. India joined 150 member states in voting for the measure, while seven nations opposed it and eleven abstained. The resolution reaffirms the permanent rights of the Palestinian people and the population of the Syrian Golan over their land, water, and energy resources. It demands that Israel immediately cease resource exploitation, halt the construction of illegal settlements and walls, and stop destroying vital infrastructure like water pipelines and electricity networks. Furthermore, it urges support for reconstruction efforts in Gaza.
Watch: India aviation slowdown: Soaring ticket prices and flight cuts hit air travel
Indias aviation sector faces fresh turbulence as air passenger traffic drops while airfares surge 43%.
Sparsham to focus on childrens mental health, behavioural change: Minister
The initiative is being envisaged as a child well-being and violence prevention mission
Children throng Mysuru zoo on Childrens Day
Doctor held for sexually harassing house surgeon in Keralam
Health Minister promises action in the incident
Irrigation issues in Harihar constituency will be addressed, says MP Prabha Mallikarjun
Chaya Literature Festival brings together writers and artistes from across languages
Nehrus contributions to build modern India immense: Padmaraj Poojary
Degrees alone not enough to secure jobs, says Manpreet Singh Manna
TRAI crackdown on spam: Over 1.24 lakh mobile connections barred or disconnected in July-September
A total of 1,10,325 telecom resources, including mobile numbers, were barred from outgoing services for 15 days for the first violation
Row erupts at SRFTI over denial of entry to filmmaker Ronny Sen
SRFTI has been on the boil since September 27, when a clash broke out between a section of students and members of a right-wing organisation who were holding an event inside the institutes auditorium
KTR seeks explanation from Rahul Gandhi on promises
Wangala, a harvest festival of the Garo community, went from a small tradition with less than 10 drummers to an organised event with 100 drums in 1976; fifty years later, the farmers event saw 1,500 dancers and 1,000 drummers celebrating the end of the period of toil in a record-breaking performance
Event highlights early action on diabetes and importance of muscle strength in glucose regulation
Apparel exports surge 20% in October on currency depreciation, but volume growth remains subdued
Samithi urges Minister to route Yeshwantpur-Madgaon VB Express via Mangaluru Central
Delhi Police register FIR over alleged misinformation on dead fish in Yamuna
Sports festival lays foundation for sporting revolution in Kalaburagi: Priyank Kharge
