ESA row triggers political showdown in Keralams central Travancore
CPI(M) and Congress trade charges over Keralam governments handling of the issue. Pathanamthitta emerges as focal point of controversy, with CPI(M) calling a hartal in seven villages on October 24
IND vs NZ first T20I: Reddy, Mayank return as India elects to field against New Zealand
Nitish Kumar Reddy and Mayank Yadav were replaced in place of Shivam Dube and Prince Yadav
Karnataka government to outsource regulatory functions in three departments
These include Factories, Boilers, Industrial Safety and Health in the Labour Department, Food Safety and Drug Administration in the Health and Family Welfare Department, and Legal Metrology in the Food and Civil Supplies Department
Tadoba tiger reserve introduces sensor-based system to manage wildlife waterholes
Describing it as a first-of-its-kind initiative in wildlife waterhole management, TATR Field Director Dr. Prabhu Nath Shukla said the device automatically starts and stops pumps based on water levels
Election Commission announces Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha bypoll following Union Minister resignation
The Election Commission has announced the Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha bypoll for November 12. This decision follows the resignation of L Murugan from the Rajya Sabha and Union council of ministers. Murugan's resignation occurred on October 14 when he opted to focus on his party's growth in Tamil Nadu. Members of the state legislative assemblies will be responsible for electing the Rajya Sabha members.
Gulmohar BAG art exhibition in Belagavi from October 25-29
The event will be held in Kalamaharshi K.B. Kulkarni Art Gallery, Varerkar Natya Sangh, Near Herwadkar School in Tilakwadi
Retail portion of Jio Platforms IPO fully subscribed
On October 21, 2026, the opening day of the IPO, Jio Platforms Ltd's 30,213-crore initial public offering was fully subscribed within 100 minutes,
Carney says Trump's tariffs hurt Americans as U.S. Embassy alleges Canadian interference
U.S. President Trump has openly said he wants automakers to move production from Canada to the U.S., threatening an industry deeply integrated across the border for decades
Swati Patil from Belagavi wins gold in wrestling at Mysuru Dasara sports
She was the runner-up for the prestigious Mysuru Dasara Kishori title
YSRCP leaders placed under house arrest in Kadapa district on first day of ZPTC, MPTC nominations
A YSRCP candidates motorcycle is allegedly set on fire in Thottambedu mandal of Tirupati district
Leopard linked to mans death, cattle kills caught near Hasanur
The leopard would be examined by a veterinarian before being released into a dense forest area, as directed by senior officials
Watch: Manoj Bajpayee reacts to attack on Tiger Shroff, says industry is a soft target
Rahul Gandhi questions timing of Epstein-Puri photo release amid rubios Mumbai visit
DMK Supports Annamalai As He Turns Against BJP Over Cockroach Protest Crackdown
Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai, who quit the BJP in June 2026, has criticised the Centre and Delhi Police over their handling of protests by the CJP, questioning the alleged denial of due process to detained protesters. His remarks have now received support from Richardson Wilson, son of DMK Rajya Sabha MP P. [] The post DMK Supports Annamalai As He Turns Against BJP Over Cockroach Protest Crackdown appeared first on The Commune .
Bihar native arrested for attempting to derail train in Keralam
Surveillance camera footage from Shoranur railway station, the railway yard and nearby areas helped investigators identify the suspect as Shuklal Marari, 24
TV reporter and bystander rescue driver moments before car sinks in Australian floodwaters
Four devotees en route to Kanaka Durga temple killed while crossing highway in Kakinada district
They were crossing the road for tea after their bus to Vijayawada stopped for repairs
Keralam: Landslide derails locomotive, disrupting train services, work on to clear tracks
Indonesian students clash with police over toxic haze and wildfire crisis
CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka released from Tihar Jail
Northeast Indian grocery stores bring a taste of home to Chennai
From Velachery to Choolaimedu, a growing number of Northeast Indian grocery stores are helping the citys migrant community stay connected to home, stocking ingredients such as mustard leaves and fermented bamboo shoots, while introducing locals to the regions diverse food cultures
CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka summoned by Delhi Police Crime Branch after release from jail
A probe into trespass and disobedience of a government order transferred from local police stations to the Crime Branch
33rd edition of SIMBEX-2026 commences in Visakhapatnam
The SingaporeIndia Maritime Bilateral Exercise will be conducted in two phases till October 26
eBay to slash 1,000 more jobs, around 9% of workforce
eBay had 12,300 employees at the end of 2025, before announcing a first round of layoffs in February
Watch: Rubio visits Reliance refinery amid push for India-U.S. energy cooperation
FIR over AI-generated video depicting bomb blast at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru
The police team monitoring social media found the post on October 20, according to the FIR
Asian Para Games 2026: Sheetal, Toman clinch compound mixed team gold
The top-seeded Indians, who set a new world record in the qualification round, consistently hit the target to build and maintain their lead throughout the clash
Rupee falls 12 paise to 94.50 against U.S. dollar in early trade
According to forex analysts, the rupee began trading on a flat-to-lower trajectory due to sluggish domestic equities and surging crude oil prices
UDF MPs in Keralam clash over Vistadome coach credit for Madurai-Guruvayur Express
Controversy erupted when N.K. Premachandran and Kodikunnil Suresh took to social media to claim that they had been instrumental in bringing the specialised tourist-friendly railway coach to Kerala, triggering an open tug-of-war between the leaders
In Bihar, 1.03 crore pensioners verification completed; Madhubani leads beneficiary verification
Patna ranks first in total number of pensioners. Remaining beneficiaries urged to complete their life verification at the earliest
VB-G RAM G: Restrictions lifted; workers to get work in all 38 districts of Bihar
Earlier, considering the agricultural season and also to ensure that agricultural activities were not disrupted, construction work had been suspended during the designated work-break period from October 22 to December 10, 2026.
The districts covered by the yellow alert are Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema, West Godavari, Krishna, Bapatla, Prakasam, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore, Chittoor, Tirupati, Annamayya, YSR Kadapa and Sri Sathya Sai
No injuries reported. Train traffic along Thiruvananthapuram and Nagercoil route disrupted
Anthropic PB admits to having an Indian subsidiary, contradicts earlier stand in court
This violates corporate ethics, says Belagavi-based company who has filed the complaint
In Puducherry, Catamaran Brewing Cos Oktoberfest 2026 offers beer Olympics and white stout
Puducherrys Catamaran Brewing Companys sixth Oktoberfest is here with a beer olympics, featuring German-style mrzen and weizenbock, a coffee-inspired White Stout, non-alcoholic IPA Dot and beer pong. Strap in. We are going for a ride
Virtual Eyes Sonic technology approved for India tour
The approval follows an extensive programme of testing, validation and independent assessment conducted in consultation with the ICC and supported by the BCCI
Business rights can't disregard sanctity of pilgrimage site: Gujarat government to HC on non-veg ban
Six restaurant owners have challenged the blanket ban imposed by the Gujarat Government two months ago on the sale of non-vegetarian food within a 500-metre periphery of the temple
Websites go dark as AI exposes critical security flaws
PHP sits underneath popular web design platforms, so the weaknesses potentially affect a vast range of websites
The oral pronouncement in open court on October 21 had specifically dictated the time of stay as a week or seven days
Tamil Nadu School Holiday: Schools To Remain Closed Today In This District Amid Heavy Rainfall
Continuous heavy rainfall and waterlogging have prompted school closures in four Tamil Nadu districts, while the IMD warns of more rain and possible flooding.
TN: Forecast for heavy rain, rough sea conditions; five districts declare holiday for schools today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 22 (IANS) Schools in five Tamil Nadu districts were closed on Thursday as persistent heavy rain affected southern parts of the state, while a low-pressure system over the southwest Bay of Bengal raised the prospect of further widespread rainfall. The District Collectors of Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Kanniyakumari and Thoothukudi declared holidays for schools following continued downpours. Tirupattur District Collector Nallasivan also ordered the closure of schools in his district because of heavy rain. The holiday announcements apply only to schools. The information provided did not mention any corresponding closure of colleges or other higher educational institutions in the five districts. According to the meteorological department, a low-pressure area has formed over the southwest Bay of Bengal near Sri Lanka, off the Tamil Nadu coast. The system is likely to move west-northwestwards, bringing widespread rain to coastal Tamil Nadu and the Cauvery delta districts. The weather department has warned of the possibility of very heavy rainfall in 17 districts on Thursday, placing southern Tamil Nadu and several western and delta districts under heightened weather watch. The districts covered by the warning are Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, Kanniyakumari, Theni, Tenkasi, Ramanathapuram, Dindigul, Virudhunagar, Madurai, Coimbatore, the Nilgiris, Sivaganga, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam and Mayiladuthurai. Southern districts have already been receiving sustained heavy rainfall. Against this backdrop, the respective district administrations announced school holidays as the wet weather continued, affecting the normal academic schedule across the affected areas. The developing weather system is also expected to influence conditions along the coast. The meteorological centre cautioned that the sea could turn rough because of the low-pressure area and advised fishermen to exercise caution. The warning assumes significance for fishing communities along the Tamil Nadu coast, with the system positioned over waters close to Sri Lanka and expected to move towards the west-northwest. Coastal and delta districts are expected to receive widespread rainfall under its influence, while the district-level warning indicates that intense spells could also extend into the interior and western parts of Tamil Nadu. The immediate impact on education was reflected in the school closures announced in four southern districts and Tirupattur. The announcements came amid continuing rain, with Thursdays forecast pointing to the possibility of further intense spells across the 17 listed districts. The departments advisory also highlighted rough-sea conditions as a separate concern for fishermen operating along the coast.
Schools closed in five Tamil Nadu districts after overnight rain
Mamallapuram recorded the highest rainfall at 9 cm, followed by Tenkasi and Sattankulam in Thoothukudi district, which received 6 cm each. Tirunelveli, Mayiladuthurai and Tiruvarur recorded 5 cm each
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Tamil Nadu is likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall until October 25, with heavy showers forecast on October 26. Check the latest school holiday updates for Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu and Ranipet amid the continuing rain alert and thunderstorms.
Missiles strike Ukraine's capital after U.S. envoy visits Russia
Mr. Witkoff praised Mr. Putin as a humanitarian for freeing U.S. citizen Stephen Hubbard, but the Kremlin warned after the meeting in Saint Petersburg that while Moscow was in principle willing to restart talks there was little substance in Ukrainian and European peace proposals the U.S. diplomat had delivered
Current El Nino event could be unprecedented in strength: WMO
It stated that sea surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific may rise to 3.8 degrees Celsius above average during November 2026 to January 2027
'Much, much bigger leaders than me': Dipke hails Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka after release
Das and Ranka were released after the expiry of judicial custody in connection with the October 14 protest at Jantar Mantar.
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Jamia forms committee to draft students' union constitution amid ongoing protest
According to a separate notification issued by the Chief Proctor's office on Wednesday, disciplinary action initiated against protesting students between October 12 at 5:30 p.m. and October 21 will be reviewed
Haryana Congress flays BJP government over its failure to keep poll promises
Deteriorating law and order, farmers grievances, unemployment, corruption, poor healthcare services and drug abuse are among other issues. The Congress leaders cornered the BJP on the governments completion of two years of its third term in Haryana
Surrendered Maoist found dead in rehabilitation facility: Police
Around 7 a.m., fellow surrendered Maoists in the facility informed the police that Baddu was found dead in one of the bathrooms, said Bijapur SP
Peace for progress: on the SCO, regional cooperation, the fight against terror
Economic objectives can be met only in a stable security environment
Bitter and sweet: on FSSAI draft restrictions, added sugars in infant foods
The FSSAI must expand restrictions to cover all added sugars in infant foods
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in dire straits
Two chokepoints, one crisis Riyadh faces growing threats to its security, oil exports and regional influence
The struggle to preserve a fair international law
Authoritarian leaders are undermining legal norms and reshaping international institutions to serve their interests
Kochi pharma firm loses 99 lakh in alleged impersonation fraud
According to the FIR, the accused hacked a mobile phone used by the companys accounts department and managed to save a phone number as that of the CEO, using the WhatsApp display picture used by him
In the present case, the nature of the allegations, the apparent absence of specific material particulars on the grounds of detention and the prima facie concern regarding the manner in which the detention order has been formulated warrant further examination, Justice Nargal observes
Pollution, poor sanitation continue to plague Vizags South Zone
Haryana CM urges power staff to call off 3-day strike against grant of licence to private discom
Govt. stands firmly with staff, will challenge the move before tribunal, says Saini; he directs all departments to ensure that the strike does not cause inconvenience to the public during festive season
AAP alleges corruption in DJB on spraying of anti-frothing agent in Yamuna
The container belonging to a company is marked Defoamer Stock, which means the tanks and all the equipment used to spray chemicals to remove foam from the Yamuna have already been set up, says AAP Delhi president
Unlocking agri-potential of FRA lands
While the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, has strengthened land and livelihood rights of millions of tribals and forest-dwelling communities, the next step is to complement these rights
DPH continues dengue surveillance, school environments in focus
The State continues to report 200 to 250 cases of dengue on average each day
ACG-SCOPY Award presented to MedIndia Hospitals
The award was presented at the ACGs Annual Global Conference
Vijay congratulates Kasthuri Rajamani for clinching silver medal in 5th Asian Para Games
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IIT-Madras to train bio-tech graduates in practical skills
Against all odds, silver lining for Kasthuri Rajamani
Captain Iyer says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must be patient for national opportunities
It's important that a talent like him is always happy around the dressing room. And he is very young. He has more years to get opportunities. It's not like he can walk in straight away. Because our openers are also scoring consistently. And they also won the World Cup, Iyer said during the press conference ahead of the first T20I in Hagley Oval
Police investigate death of social media influencer
Tribal held for possession of country-made gun, explosives in Jawadhu Hills
The team apprehended one of the suspects and seized the country-made gun and explosives from him
Will get support of 275 MLAs in 294 member Assembly, says West Bengal CM
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari gave hints that 64 of the MLAs of the rebel TMC faction will support him. BJP has 209 elected MLAs in the WBLegislative Assembly
IJCCI felicitates winners of intercollegiate competitions
Kilometre-long traffic snarls in south Delhi as RTR flyover ramp to Vasant Vihar closes for repairs
HC to hear today AISA presidents petition against police notice to furnish peace bond
De-foamers installed before tender process: AAP alleges graft in DJB ahead of Chhath Puja
Chennai Rains: Low-Lying Pockets Inundated | Financial Influencer Harish Dies by Suicide
The Tamil Nadu Brief by NDTVs Sam Daniel brings you the latest from across the state. Chennai receives 15 cm of rain in 21 hours, inundating low-lying pockets even as much of the city escapes major flooding. State IT Minister R Kumar speaks to NDTV on the citys preparedness, stormwater drains and the risk of flooding if incessant rain coincides with high tide. Financial influencer Harish dies by suicide amid allegations of cyberbullying, which the accused denies. And in an inspiring story, 81 inmates at Cuddalore Central Prison publish 85 books, discovering a new voice through writing.
Will not rest until J&K is freed from separatist, terrorist elements: J&K L-G Manoj Sinha
The Lieutenant-Governor said the Government of Indias commitment to strengthening peace and progress in Jammu and Kashmir
Heavy rains trigger landslide on Valparai ghat road
Metro train services to begin at 6 p.m. on Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch
The revised timings will come into force from October 23
All parties meeting over SSR exercise on Oct 23
When police officers wield powers of Special Executive Magistrate
Board exams: Govt warns private schools of action if they conduct special classes on govt holidays
Chennai students struggle to obtain disability certificate exposes gaps in accessibility
TN fixes car purchase ceiling at 26L for ministers, 15L for MLAs
TN govt orders statewide rainwater harvesting campaign
