Hundreds march in Lyon to protest far-right activist's killing as Macron urges calm
French President Emmanuel Macron called for calm ahead of the tribute to Quentin Deranque, 23, who died of brain injuries in a hospital last week
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Five school teachers held in Odisha for 'raping' 13-year-old girl
The arrests were made after the father of the class 7 student and the district child welfare committee lodged separate complaints at the Rajkanika police station, alleging that the accused teachers had raped the minor, a senior officer said.
Palaniswami assures people of bringing back hawala money stashed abroad in the event of victory
Palaniswami alleged that the ruling DMK had appropriated all the additional revenue earned by the State government and the hawala money had been placed abroad
Comparing separation of powers jurisprudence between India and U.S. based on recent SCOTUS ruling
The International Emergency Economic Powers Acts half-century of existence has never witnessed the national emergency law being used by the Executive to such a distinct and sweeping extent
Arab, Muslim countries slam U.S. Ambassador's remarks on Israels right to West Asian land
They said the comments contravene the UN Charter and efforts to deescalate the Gaza war and advance a political horizon for a comprehensive settlement
Toys are no longer silent companions; some listen, some track habits
Technology, intended as a tool for connection, has ironically deepened isolation
Enthralled by a slide show of rare pictures that entertained and amused
Back then, the timepiece was a marker of status
MDMK forms panel for seat discussions
Will recover hawala funds, end DMK rule
Vijay appoints poll observers for TN, Pondy
AIADMK youth wing, allies hold stir against DMK govt over drug menace
JPMorgan concedes it closed Trump's accounts after January 6 attack
In February 2021, JPMorgan informed Plaintiffs that certain accounts maintained with JPMorgan's CB and PB would be closed, JPMorgan's former chief administrative officer Dan Wilkening wrote in the court filing.
Hospital successfully performs high-risk surgery on woman with severe heart failure
Hong Kong plans to buy homes devastated in deadly high-rise fire
The prices offered will be HK$8,000 per sq ft without a land premium payment, and HK$10,500 per sq ft for those receiving such a payment, authorities said on Saturday, three months after the deadly fire killed 168 in November.
T20 World Cup match preview | Sri Lanka-England face-off set to be a middle-overs tussle
Already bruised by the upset against Zimbabwe, the horrors of a 0-3 sweep at the hands of England at the same venue just days before this World Cup will be a psychological double whammy for Sri Lanka.
Pallavaram lake filled with garbage, encroachments
Defunct display boards cause chaos at Tiruvallur rly stn
Hospital launches robotic surgery tech
North Chennai set to get new abattoir at 25 crore
U.S. salsa legend Willie Coln dies at age 75
Colon, known best as a trombonist but who was also a bandleader and producer, was born in the Bronx and known for blending the Puerto Rican music of his parents and grandparents with his home city's jazz.
IIT-M launches new interdisciplinary online BS degree
Worker dies after falling into open stormwater drain in Tiruvallur
HC directs HR&CE dept to stop printing caste names in temple festival invites
Power thefts detected in surprise inspections at Avadi
Denying burial ground access to marginalised is criminal offence: Madras HC
SHRC registers suo motu case over potholes on roads
Chennai suburban train commuters get more shuttle services to St Thomas Mount
Guest worker dies after fall at Chennai metro rail construction site
Student tries to kill self over theft accusation in Chengalpet
CM launches unified grievanceportalfor filing complaints
Residents in Choolaimedu urge Corporation to expeditebridge reconstruction work
People living in Tamilar Veethi in Choolaimedu have been taking a detour to access nearby areasand Arumbakkam Metro Rail Station as the bridge is being built over the Virugambakkam Canal
One held as elderly man murdered, gold jewellery stolen
Robotic-assisted technology launched in city hospital
IIT Madras launches online BS course on Management and Data Science
Rising e-rickshaw accidentstrigger calls for stricter oversight
Estranged CPI(M) leader Pratikur Rahaman joins Trinamool Congress
Pratikur Rahaman alleged that he was being sidelined within the party and pointed fingers at CPI(M) State Secretary Md. Salim
Malaria, dengue cases declining in A.P.: Health dept.
Security stepped up after intel input flags terror threat
T.N. govt launches portal for foreign medical graduates to check vacant internships
Portal to also enable candidates to apply online directly and obtain their allotment orders
CAQM tightens norms for industries to curb pollution
Farm politics intensifies in westU.P. overIndia-U.S. deal
BKUsTikaitfaction seeks clarity from thegovt. on the impact of the trade deal on farmers,takes onJayantChaudhary; concerns unfounded:RLD;khapsdiscuss direct and indirect impact of deal
NASA chief rules out March launch of Moon mission over technical issues
Workers detected a problem with helium flow to the massive SLS rocket that will ake the March launch window out of consideration, Mr. Issacman said in a post on X.
Woman receives parcel containing human skull,bones at workplace
Man dies after falling into open drain in Tiruvallur
G. Kumar Naik chairs DISHA meeting in Raichur
Govt. provides jobs to sons of two Irula snake catchers
Chennai embraces 'movie-to-menu' trend; diners savor dishes seen on screen
A growing movie-to-menu trend is bringing on-screen dishes to diners in real time. From Bollywood blockbusters like 'DDLJ' to Disney's 'The Princess and the Frog,' organizers are recreating memorable meals. This immersive experience, popular in cities like Mumbai and Chennai, offers a unique way to engage with films.
NGOs hold workshop on climate risks and resilience in Tamil Nadu's MSME sectors
RSP rides reform wave, old guard digs in ahead of Nepals elections
The coming elections are seen as a litmus test for Nepals traditional parties, which have drawn scorn from various quarters for their failures, despite ruling the country for the last three decades
Narasimha Naik meets Prasannanand Swami at Hyderabad Hospital
How SimpleGov initiative is simplifying processes for government services
These simplification efforts, however, were far from simple as several Acts and government orders had to be amended accordingly to facilitate the process
Youth must combine academic learning with industry-relevant skills
India set to emerge as worlds third-largest economy: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi
The Minister says that after the United States, the United Kingdom, and China, India is making significant strides in the academic sphere
Former Speaker P. Dhanapals son joins TVK in Chennai
According to TVK sources, Cathrine Ezhilmalai, former Union Minister Dalit Ezhilmalais daughter, and Chakkaravarthy, freedom fighter Immanuel Sekarans grandson, have also joined the party
Delays in suburban train services lead to a rise in CMRLs ridership
Commuters demand that CMRL improve frequency of trains this month; number of suburban services in Chennai Beach, Tambaram, and Chengalpattu sections have been reduced from 204 to 160 till April 5, to facilitate work on Egmore station
NTK announces candidates for Assembly polls; Seeman to contest from Karaikudi
He adds that the party would continue to contest elections independently
Ethnic rally marks inauguration of VITOPIA-2026 festivities at VIT-A.P.
Thai University confers honorary doctorate to VIT vice-president in Vellore
The honorary degree symbolises the highest level of academic recognition bestowed by the institution for distinguished service and professional excellence
Kingston Engineering College near Katpadi becomes autonomous
D.M. Kathir Anand, college chairman and Vellore MP, urged the faculty members to continue their cooperation and collaboration in steering the college towards greater heights in its next phase of growth and development
900 police personnel to be deployed for TVKs meeting in Vellore on February 23, says SP
For the Vellore event, the police restricted the total number of participants to 4,900 persons due to hot weather
How Hindu identity evolved over centuries | Historian Manu S Pillai explains
In this episode of Terms of Engagement, historian Manu S Pillai explains how Hinduism developed through centuries of interaction between Vedic traditions, local cults, philosophical schools, and encounters with religions like Buddhism, Jainism, Islam and Christianity.
Police seize 21 kg ganja at Katpadi railway station
Initial inquiry revealed that the suspect had bought ganja from drug peddlers in Andhra Pradesh to sell in retail to individuals and workers at key towns and industrial centres in the State
Ban on hoardings, but relaxed for a select few
Chromepetterminusgets a facelift
TambaramCorporation replaceswornoutroof sheets; activists question need for large terminus on arterial stretch
Estimates notwithstanding, T.N. government is hopeful of sticking to fiscal norms
Referring to the savings of about 5,710 crore in non-development expenditure, the government is optimistic about achieving the targets, which have, of course, been set in the absence of new external fiscal challenges
Techno-cultural fest concludes at Siddhartha Academy
What are the key takeaways from AI summit? | Explained
What does the New Delhi Declaration say? How many countries are signatories? What were the goals? What is the aim of the Global AI Impact Commons? Apart from Reliance and the Adani Group, which companies have announced investments in domestic AI?
A dangerously elevated manhole inMedavakkam
It is located on the arterial TambaramVelacheryMain Road
BJP holds nationwide demonstrations, political parties denounce Youth Congress protest at AI summit
The Congress party faces criticism from several quarters of the political spectrum for backing the shirtless stir by Youth Congress workers at the India AI Impact Summit venue
Calcutta High Court cancels judicial officers leaves to assist SIR
All leave, except under medical emergency, granted earlier to any judicial officer, stands cancelled till March 9, and those already on leave were directed to join their respective courts and offices by February 23
MSTC donates optical biometry to Sankar Foundation
Helping children express themselves through art
Students of an art school in Mylapore will be showcasing their works at Oviya Sangamam 2026, happening on February 22 at St. George School campus, Shenoy Nagar
10 lakh e-Khata certificates to be distributed, road works to be done by April end: DKS
Watch: Cyber-Spring Festival: Chinas Robots Celebrate in Traditional Hanfu
Chinas robot industry has kicked off the Year of the Horse with strong momentum, as companies launched new products during the Spring Festival holiday.
Three-day crafts expo gets under way in Puducherry
Uttar Pradesh POCSO court orders registration of FIR against Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati
Mr. Saraswati accused of sexually abusing two children at his ashram under the guise of guru seva during the Magh Mela in Prayagraj; despite written complaints to Police Commissioner, no FIR was filed
Venezuela grants amnesty to 379 political prisoners
Venezuela's National Assembly unanimously adopted the law a day before, providing hope that hundreds of political prisoners behind bars may soon be released.
Two including veteran CPI functionary killed in road accident
Workshop on bird watching to be held in Wayanad
The workshop, Basics of Birdwatching, is open to beginners and experienced birders
State-level Archery, Ball Badminton tournament begins in Khammam
Ukraine strikes key industrial site deep inside Russia
The attack in Russias Udmurt Republic left 11 people wounded, three of whom were hospitalised, according to a Telegram post by Sergei Bagin, the local Health Minister
Re-examine decision on discontinuing State-level operations of Elder Line: forum
Senior Citizens Friends Welfare Association has flayed the Union government decision in this regard
Tech knowledge essential for comprehensive development, says H.K. Patil
Dr. Patil said the animal husbandry sector forms the backbone of the rural economy, and farmers income can be enhanced by adopting scientific methods, modern technology and animal welfare practices.
Rahul plays an influential role in Karnatakas progress to the final
The senior pro has been priceless both with his batting and the experience he brings to the side; the 33-year-old was one of the five Test cricketers in the States recent playing XI; it will be a full-circle moment if he can inspire the team to a ninth title
Congress condemns BJP protests at its offices
SIR: Thiruvananthapuram district has a little over 25.26 lakh voters
This number is 3.21 lakh lower compared to the October 27, 2025, list which had 28,47,907 voters, but higher by 86,083 voters compared to the draft electoral roll published on December 23, 2025
