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Indian Bank eyes life insurance and AMC businesses

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 4:00 am

11.21 lakh qualify NEET 2026

Srinagar, Jul 16: The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Thursday declared the results of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, NEET (UG) 2026, with 11.21 lakh candidates qualifying for admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH and allied courses across the country. According to NTA, nearly 20 lakh candidates appeared in the examination, which was conducted in 13 languages at thousands of centres across India and abroad. More than 58 per cent of the qualified candidates are women. Jammu and Kashmir has registered a remarkable performance in the NEET-UG 2026 examination, with two candidates from the Union Territory securing top spots in the national toppers' list. Official documents confirm that Hadiya Nisar has emerged as the highest-ranked candidate from J&K. She secured an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 99 with a percentile score of 99.9931, placing her among the country's top 100 medical aspirants. Another talented candidate, Zaidan Wani, also made the Union Territory proud by securing AIR 124 with an identical percentile score of 99.9931, demonstrating exceptional academic prowess. The agency said 138 candidates scored above 690 marks out of 720, reflecting a highly competitive performance at the top end of the merit list. Of these high scorers, over 93 per cent were appearing for NEET for the first time, while around 99 per cent were between 17 and 19 years of age. NTA said 19 candidates secured more than 700 marks. A total of 1,492 candidates scored 650 marks and above, 10,160 candidates scored 600 marks and above, while 90,780 candidates secured 500 marks and above. The highest score of 715 out of 720 was jointly secured by Aryan Gupta of Punjab and Panshul Bansal of Haryana, the agency said. Qualified candidates emerged from all 36 States and Union Territories. Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest number of successful candidates with more than 1.7 lakh qualifiers, while Lakshadweep recorded 43 qualified candidates. According to NTA, 17 State toppers scored 700 marks or above, while 26 State toppers secured more than 690 marks. The top 17 rankers belong to Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, Tamil Nadu and Telangana. Category wise data released by NTA showed that 2.91 lakh candidates qualified from the General category, 5.12 lakh from OBC NCL, 1.59 lakh from SC, 63,716 from ST, and 95,026 from the Gen EWS category. Among specially abled candidates, 3,666 PwBD and 303 PwD candidates qualified. The agency also highlighted the strong performance of women candidates. According to NTA, women recorded a higher qualification rate of 56.8 per cent compared to 55.1 per cent among male candidates. NTA said the result was declared after completing all stages of evaluation and verification. The provisional answer key was released on June 25, 2026, while the final answer key and results were published on July 16, 2026. Candidates can access their scorecards through the official NEET portal. NTA has advised students to rely only on official counselling websites and remain cautious of fraudulent admission offers and misleading claims regarding seat allotment or score enhancement.

RisingKashmir 17 Jul 2026 1:36 am

TEXPO 2026 brings together 299 industrial exhibitors

It is one of Tamil Nadus significant business-to-business industrial exhibitions

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 12:49 am

Supreme Court says third language should start in Class 6, not Class 9

In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court recommended not to implement a third language requirement in class nine, advocating for its introduction starting in class six instead. This decision stems from concerns over the current academic pressure on students. Additionally, the court questioned Tamil Nadus stance against the creation of Navodaya schools. The hearing has been postponed to August eleventh for additional deliberation.

The Economic Times 17 Jul 2026 12:39 am

86 dams in Tamil Nadu, including Mettur and Vaigai, to come under the scanner of independent panels of experts

The first comprehensive dam safety assessment for each dam should be carried out on or before December 30, 2026

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 12:14 am

Auto drivers body found in well in Tiruvallur

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 12:14 am

Two arrested for assault and abduction of debtor

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 12:06 am

Two men held for beating friend to death

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 11:58 pm

Man arrested for setting wife ablaze

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 11:54 pm

Supreme Court closes Tamil Nadu electoral roll revision cases after Bihar SIR verdict

The Supreme Court has dismissed petitions challenging the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant noted a prior judgment on similar Bihar petitions. The court upheld the Election Commission's authority to conduct such electoral roll exercises. This decision ensures the constitutional mandate for fair elections is maintained. Proceedings were closed for all thirteen petitions challenging the revision.

The Economic Times 16 Jul 2026 11:54 pm

CM Vijay warns against corruption, reels in schools

Directs Ministers To Deliver Clean Governance

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 11:43 pm

NEET UG result 2026 declared: 138 candidates score above 690

New Delhi, July 16: The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Thursday declared the result of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), NEET (UG) 2026. The result has been declared in time so that the medical-admission and counselling calendar for candidates stays on track. A total of close to 20 lakh candidates appeared for NEET (UG) 2026 at 5,440 centres in 551 cities in India and 14 cities abroad. 11.21 lakh candidates have qualified for admission to undergraduate medical, dental, AYUSH and allied programmes. Scorecards of all candidates are available on the official website, neet.nta.nic.in. The full list of Top Rankers, State Toppers, category-wise toppers (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, Gen-EWS, PwBD and PwD), category-wise cut-off marks and language-wise participation is also being published on the NTA website. Overview of the Candidates who appeared in NEET UG Exam on 21st June 2026 Close to 20 lakh candidates appeared and 11.21 lakh qualified. Candidates appeared from every State and Union Territory of the country, in 13 languages. More than 58 per cent of the qualified candidates are women. According to NTA, the majority of the top-performing candidates are between 17 and 19 years of age. Profile of the Top Rankers 138 candidates scored above 690 marks out of 720. Of these: Over 93 per cent appeared for NEET (UG) for the first time. 99 per cent are between 17 and 19 years of age. Geographical Distribution Qualified candidates have emerged from every one of the 36 States and Union Territories, ranging from over 1.7 lakh in Uttar Pradesh to 43 in Lakshadweep. State Toppers include Jigmet Yangchan Lamo (Ladakh, 530 marks), Dhruv Tripathi (Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 606 marks) and Fahmida Anees (Lakshadweep, 573 marks), and cover every North-Eastern State. 17 State Toppers scored 700 or above; 26 scored above 690. The 138 top rankers come from 66 cities across the country. The Top 17 rankers who scored more than 705 marks span eight States, namely Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, Tamil Nadu and Telangana. Score Distribution and Highest Scorers 19 candidates scored above 700 out of 720. 1,492 candidates scored 650 and above. 10,160 candidates scored 600 and above. 90,780 candidates scored 500 and above. The highest score of 715 out of 720 was obtained jointly by Aryan Gupta (Punjab) and Panshul Bansal (Haryana). Category-wise Qualified Candidates Registered, appeared and qualified figures are being published in full for General, Gen-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwBD, PwD and Third Gender candidates. Separate topper lists for each category are provided in the accompanying toppers document. Category-wise qualified candidates: General: 2.91 lakh OBC-NCL: 5.12 lakh SC: 1.59 lakh ST: 63,716 Gen-EWS: 95,026 PwBD: 3,666 PwD: 303 Category-wise cut-off marks and percentiles are being published simultaneously. Participation and Qualification of Women Candidates More than 58 per cent of all qualified candidates are women. Women also qualified at a higher rate than men: 56.8 per cent of women who appeared qualified, as against 55.1 per cent of men. Languages of the Examination NEET (UG) 2026 was conducted in 13 languages: Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu and English. Process and Timeline of Result Declaration The result was declared within time through re-engineering of the process, with stages designed to run in parallel rather than in sequence, and with the de-linking of OMR sheet challenge from answer key release. Each stage was completed in full and made available for candidate view: Provisional answer key published on 25 June 2026; challenge window open from 25 to 28 June 2026. Scanned OMR answer sheets and recorded responses displayed to candidates from 13 to 15 July 2026. Final answer key published on 16 July 2026; result declared on 16 July 2026. Statutory Framework NTA conducts NEET (UG) under Section 14 of the NMC Act, 2019 and Section 14 of the NCISM Act, 2020, and for BHMS under the NCH, on the direction of the Honble Supreme Court and with the approval of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Ministry of Education. NTAs mandate is to conduct the examination, declare the result on eligibility criteria provided by NMC, and issue the All-India Rank. Merit lists, category lists, domicile determination and counselling are the remit of the admitting/State authorities. NTA has no role in these. NEET (UG) result data is also used for admission to B.Sc. (H) Nursing and to BVSc and AH under the 15% VCI quota. AACCC is the counselling authority for the All-India Quota in BAMS/BUMS/BSMS and BHMS. Counselling and Candidate Advisory Counselling for the All-India Quota in MBBS/BDS is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). State quotas are conducted by respective State authorities. Candidates should rely only on official websites: neet.nta.nic.in, mcc.nic.in and State counselling portals. Candidates are cautioned against fraudulent calls, messages or websites offering admission, seat blocking or score improvement. NTA does not contact candidates seeking money or credentials. Suspicious communication may be reported at neetug2026@nta.ac.in or 011-40759000.

Greater Kashmir 16 Jul 2026 11:22 pm

El Nino conditions likely to persist through next March

The latest outlook assumes significance for Chennai and Tamil Nadu, where a weak southwest monsoon has coincided with prolonged heatwave conditions over the interior regions and hot, humid weather along the coast. India Meteorological Department (IMD) has attributed the recent spell of above-normal temperatures to subdued southwest monsoon activity over the west coast.

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 11:18 pm

Magic of how illegal mushroom peddlers escape harsh punishment

The question before the courts now is: Should they consider the quantity of the mushrooms or that of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound, in it? In the absence of a system to ascertain the active ingredient, peddlers are getting away with a rap on the knuckles.

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 11:04 pm

Chennai-Bengaluru e-way stuck in litigation

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 10:37 pm

Kudankulam nuclear power plant data breached, says Reliance

Hyderabad:A ransomware group has posted online a large cache of files linked to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant, Indias largest atomic energy facility, which it claimed had been obtained from Anil Ambanis Reliance Group,Reutersreported. The Tamil Nadu-based plant is central to Prime Minister Narendra Modis plans to expand the countrys nuclear power capacity. Reliance Group, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 16 Jul 2026 10:28 pm

No Reels, Look Into Real Issues: CM Tells Colleagues

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay asked ministers to focus on governance over social media and warned of strict action against corruption ahead of the state Budget.

Deccan Chronicle 16 Jul 2026 10:23 pm

Chennai-Bengaluru bullet train project chugs forward

Union govt begins pre-construction activity; revised alignment puts Parandur station in doubt

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 10:08 pm

'I could become Chief Minister': Dhyan Sreenivasan's dig at CM Vijay and Trisha

Malayalam actor Dhyan Sreenivasan recently took a dig at Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and Trisha at a recent promotional event of his upcoming film. He said that when he becomes the CM, his co-star Navya will be shedding tears in the front row

Mid Day 16 Jul 2026 8:20 pm

Tale behind the change of a government departments name in Tamil Nadu

For nearly 25 years, the Puthiya Tamilagam president K. Krishnasamy had been carrying on a campaign against the Tamil nomenclature of the Department for the Welfare of Adi Dravidar and Tribes. He had unsuccessfully raised the issue in the Assembly twice.

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 8:03 pm

Watch: No plastic, No sachets: Why is Aavin reviving milk vending machines? | Focus Tamil Nadu

Twelve years after shutting down its automatic milk vending machines, Aavin is bringing them back. The move comes as Tamil Nadu looks to reduce plastic waste following directions from the Madras High Court. Can this decades-old system help solve a modern environmental challenge? Here are the details.

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 7:44 pm

Tamil Nadu govt forms three-member panel to probe Palani mutt land registration irregularities

The committee has been tasked with examining the allegations in detail and establishing the facts behind the controversial registration.

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 7:24 pm

Tamil Nadu Cabinet discusses on Budget

Law Minister Nirmalkumar slams Opposition over corruption and also alleged that the DMK, AIADMK and BJP are attempting to form a government together.

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 7:19 pm

Five kumkis, 50 personnel capture rogue tusker on Chittoor-Tamil Nadu border

The sub-adult elephant, which crossed the Moghili Ghat highway repeatedly, injured a forest officer and once drew a 3,000-strong crowd into Palamaner town, was captured after a day-long operation and shifted to the Musalimadugu camp

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 6:12 pm

EPS urges Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to implement previous AIADMK govts Nadanthai Vazhi Cauvery project instead of indulging in horse-trading

Palaniswami blamed the previous DMK govt for shelving the AIADMK govt's flagship project despite the state securing environmental clearance and the Union govt's approval.

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 5:50 pm

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay warns ministers of dismissal if they are found involved in corruption

Vijay made it clear that strict action would be taken against anyone found guilty, irrespective of their position, and asked ministers to enforce the govt's anti-corruption stand without exception.

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 5:30 pm

More than 10 injured, traffic affected in road accident near Krishnagiri

The accident happened when the TNSTC bus was heading towards Hosur from Tindivanam. The bus rammed a truck that was trying to cross the highway.

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 5:18 pm

SC seeks ECI's response on MDMK's plea against SIR in Tamil Nadu

The Supreme Court is reviewing a plea against Tamil Nadu's electoral roll revision. Several political parties have also approached the apex court challenging this exercise. The Special Intensive Revision aims to update voter lists across several states. This process could potentially disenfranchise voters without due process. The final voter list is scheduled for publication on February 7, 2026.

The Economic Times 16 Jul 2026 5:05 pm

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' bookings open; FDFS timings revealed

Jana Nayagan bookings have opened in Bengaluru, not Tamil Nadu, for its upcoming release. Fans are rushing for early morning first-day-first-show screenings in Karnataka. Theatres in Karnataka will commence shows at 6 AM on July 23. Tamil Nadu theatres are expected to begin screenings later in the morning. This early booking success highlights Vijay's significant box office appeal.

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 4:57 pm

Padur residents seek retrieval of temple land from private college

Panchayat president Thara Sudhakar said petitions had been submitted over the years by various panchayat presidents and residents to retrieve the lands measuring around six acres.

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 4:45 pm

SC suggests introducing CBSE's third language in Class 5 or 6 instead of Class 9

The Supreme Court expressed concern over the introduction of a third language from Class 9 under the CBSE curriculum, saying it could increase students' stress levels. It was hearing a plea related to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas in Tamil Nadu on Thursday

Mid Day 16 Jul 2026 4:05 pm

Sivakarthikeyan meets TN CM Vijay pens sweet note on their brotherhood

Actor and producer Sivakarthikeyan, who called on Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Wednesday, has said that the brotherhood and the bond between them continues

Mid Day 16 Jul 2026 3:32 pm

BJP leader Vanathi Srinivasan urges Tamil Nadu CM to ensure receipt of Cauvery water from Karnataka

Referring to reports that Karnataka has declined to share water from Cauvery due to Tamil Nadu, Ms. Srinivasan contended that it was an indication that the rights of Tamil Nadu was being undermined gradually.

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 3:20 pm

Government Urged to Ban Memorials on Tamil Nadu Beaches

The demand comes amid continuing public debates over the use of Marina beach for memorials of former chief ministers and political leaders

Deccan Chronicle 16 Jul 2026 2:17 pm

SC refuses to entertain PIL seeking expeditious disposal of Tamil Nadu election petitions

The Supreme Court declined a petition for faster disposal of election disputes. It refused to direct the Madras High Court to expedite 54 election petitions. The court stated that entertaining such a plea would set a bad precedent. Petitioners were granted liberty to approach the High Court directly for relief. The plea sought disposal within six months as per the Representation of the People Act.

The Economic Times 16 Jul 2026 1:44 pm

Man arrested for spreading false information about Tamil Nadu HR&CE Minister on social media

On July 13, 2026, several social media posts claimed, without evidence, that temple land worth around 100 crore had been illegally transferred to one of the Ministers relatives.

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 12:26 pm

Tamil Nadu school holiday update 2026: Schools and colleges to remain closed on July 28 and August 3

Tamil Nadu students in Tenkasi and Namakkal districts will receive local holidays on July 28 and August 3, 2026, due to regional festivals. Tenkasi has declared a holiday for the Sankarankovil Aadi Thapasu festival, which attracts lakhs of devotees, while Namakkal has announced a holiday for Valvil Orivizha. August 3 also coincides with Aadi Perukku celebrations, a monsoon festival associated with rivers, water resources and agricultural prosperity.

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 12:21 pm

Undertrial prisoner dies in Puzhal jail

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 12:12 pm

Centre clears 6-month extension for TN chief secretary

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 12:09 pm

Tamil Nadu TET 2026 Paper 1, 2 Answer Key Out; Check Objection Process

Candidates can submit objections to the provisional key online by July 22, 2026, with required supporting documents.

NDTV 16 Jul 2026 10:18 am

Heatwave Alert Issued for 19 Districts in Tamil Nadu, Chennai Faces Humidity Challenges

Chennai, July 16: A severe heatwave continues to grip Tamil Nadu. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an alert on Thursday for 19 districts in the state. The warning indicates that intense sunlight, rising temperatures, and high humidity could lead to health issues related to heat. According to the IMD, districts such as Madurai, Tirupattur, ... Read more Heatwave Alert Issued for 19 Districts in Tamil Nadu, Chennai Faces Humidity Challenges

Morningstar 16 Jul 2026 9:24 am

Tamil Nadus TVK Government Set to Approve First Full Budget Today

Chennai, July 16: The Tamil Nadu government led by the TVK party is poised to approve its first full budget today. Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will preside over a crucial cabinet meeting at the state secretariat, where the budget for 2026-27 will be finalized. This budget is expected to be presented in the Tamil ... Read more Tamil Nadus TVK Government Set to Approve First Full Budget Today

Morningstar 16 Jul 2026 9:18 am

TNTET 2026 answer key out for Paper I and II at trb.tn.gov.in; check key and raise objections till July 22

TNTET Answer Key 2026: The Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB), Tamil Nadu, has released the TNTET 2026 tentative answer key for Paper I and Paper II examinations conducted on July 4 and July 5, 2026. Candidates can access the answer key through the official TRB website and raise objections using the online objection tracker from July 15 to July 22, 2026. Objections must include supporting evidence from standard books and cannot be submitted through offline modes.

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 8:50 am

'Bouquet eh pudinga CM': Sivakarthikeyan meets Vijay

Actor Sivakarthikeyan met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay before his film's release. He shared photographs and a heartfelt note about the meaningful meeting. Fans recalled iconic dialogues from Vijay's film 'GOAT' in their responses. Meanwhile, 'Jana Nayagan' received its 'A' certificate from the CBFC. The film's confirmed runtime is three hours and three minutes.

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 8:30 am

TVK Sacks Panchayat Leader Veerasamy Over Viral Bribe Video

This comes on the same day the Tamil Nadu government issued a strict directive requiring all public offices, boards, and state-run corporations to prominently display bilingual anti-corruption notice boards.

Deccan Chronicle 16 Jul 2026 6:48 am

Low water level in Mullaperiyar raising concern in both States

The low storage impacts not only Kerala but also neighbouring districts in Tamil Nadu; it has hit farming activities and may soon pose a threat to tourism and drinking water distribution in the Kumily and Chakkupallom panchayats

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 4:36 am

Auto exports power ahead in Q1 despite W Asia tensions

Maruti exports more than all other PV exporters combined

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 4:00 am

Zoho steps up ed-tech play with AI features

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 4:00 am

Agnikul believes reusability can reduce costs up to 80%

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 4:00 am

Revelling in the power of visual politics

How image and digital strategy power Tamil Nadu CM Vijays politics

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 12:37 am

Tamil Nadu Supports Keralas Anti-Drug Campaign, Promises Increased Border Surveillance

Chennai, July 15: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay assured full support for Keralas intensified anti-drug campaign during a meeting with Keralas Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Wednesday. The primary aim of this meeting was to strengthen coordination between the states, particularly along the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border, to combat drug trafficking and distribution. Speaking ... Read more Tamil Nadu Supports Keralas Anti-Drug Campaign, Promises Increased Border Surveillance

Morningstar 16 Jul 2026 12:30 am

Tamil Nadu adds 950 MBBS seats for 2026-27 academic year

This increase will take the total number of MBBS seats in 78 colleges in the State to 13,999

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 12:20 am

Kabaddi coach held for sexual assault of 17-yr-old girl

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 12:19 am

Biker hits parapet and falls off T Nagar bridge, dies

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 12:17 am

Centre clears 6-month extension for TN CS

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 12:14 am

TVK sacks party functionary facing corruption charges

The Times of India 16 Jul 2026 12:05 am

SC dismisses Tamil Nadu government's plea against ex-DMK Minister EV Velu

The Supreme Court declined to intervene in a Madras High Court order. This order shields former minister EV Velu from coercive action. The High Court had previously directed Velu to join the ongoing investigation. The state government argued against the blanket embargo on arrest. Velu's counsel stated prosecution followed a change in Tamil Nadu's government.

The Economic Times 15 Jul 2026 11:58 pm

Panchayat president belonging to TVK arrested for taking bribe

He was arrested after a video went viral on social media, where the accused Veerasamy was seen accepting a bribe of 1.3 lakh from a contractor

The Hindu 15 Jul 2026 11:48 pm

Tamil Nadu Government Faces Corruption Allegations Amid New Anti-Bribery Initiative

Chennai, July 15: A video surfaced on social media just hours after the Tamil Nadu government launched a special WhatsApp helpline for reporting corruption complaints against government officials. The footage allegedly shows an official from the Tamilga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) accepting cash from a contractor. The emergence of this video has ignited a political controversy ... Read more Tamil Nadu Government Faces Corruption Allegations Amid New Anti-Bribery Initiative

Morningstar 15 Jul 2026 11:20 pm

Repeated intimacy doesnt mean consensual relationship, rules Madras high court

The court also cautioned youngsters and their families against romance fraud and asked them to exercise utmost caution while getting into online or tech-facilitated relationships.

The Times of India 15 Jul 2026 11:06 pm

IAS officers reshuffled in Tamil Nadu: J. Radhakrishnan, Supriya Sahu transferred

P. Umanath, formerly Chairman and Managing Director, Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation, is posted as Industries Commissioner and Director of Industries and Commerce, replacing Nirmal Raj

The Hindu 15 Jul 2026 10:43 pm

NGOs seek probe into Kudankulam file leak

The Times of India 15 Jul 2026 10:24 pm

TN govt transfers senior IAS officers including Supriya Sahu, J Radhakrishnan, Umanath

Additional chief secretary Supriya Sahu, who headed the environment, climate change and forests department, has been posted to entrepreneurship, development and innovation institute as its commissioner. Sahu is replaced by senior officer Kakarla Usha who is secretary of the public and rehabilitation department.

The Times of India 15 Jul 2026 10:14 pm

Young Tamil Nadu photographers document hidden lives of palm workers

The Peoples Photographers Collective empowers young people from socially and economically disadvantaged communities who lack access to formal photography education to showcase the lives of their own communities through photography.

The Times of India 15 Jul 2026 10:09 pm

TN bureaucrat Arun Roy now CMD of TNEB in a series of IAS reshuffle

Roy will also function as Chairman, Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation, Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation and Tamil Nadu Green Corporation

The Hindu Businessline 15 Jul 2026 10:04 pm