Wall of Hope: How Chennais IIT Madras Research Park became a space for young voices
More than 20,000 messages from young people across India come together on SCARFs Wall of Hope, a year-long campaign asking a simple but profound question: what gives us a reason to keep going?
Dharapuram bypoll: EVMs, VVPATs secured under two-tier armed cover, 24x7 CCTV surveillance
Retired Air Force officer dies as boulder falls on moving car on Ooty Road
As the vehicle was proceeding about 500 metres downhill from Barliar, a boulder that slipped from the hillside fell on the car.
Heres what to expect at the Alliance Francaises 13-hour celebration of comics in Chennai
The fourth edition of La Nuit Blanche, an all-night festival, brings French and Indian comic traditions together with theatre, dance, music, exhibitions, films, and workshops at the Alliance Francaise of Madras
Tamil Nadu records warmest southwest monsoon in eight years
DMK slams Rahul for 'silence' over TN voter deletions
The DMK has launched a strong attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, questioning his silence on alleged voter deletions in Tamil Nadu and accusing him of inconsistency regarding electoral roll revisions. This comes amidst a broader campaign by the INDIA bloc against the Election Commission over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.
PM Modi gives new slogan for Viksit Bharat 2047 as he completes 25 years as head of government
Addressing the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha to mark his 25 years as head of government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the new slogan We Will Do It to drive the vision of a developed India by 2047. Encouraging the crowd with goals spanning a top 3 economy, self-reliance, global manufacturing, space exploration, and hosting the Olympics, he expressed confidence that visionary policies and hard work will turn these national ambitions into reality.
Granules eyes first to file status, 180 days exclusivity on generic cancer drug Ruxolitinib in U.S.
The Paragraph IV certification sought is with respect to applicable patents listed in the U.S. FDAs Orange Book. Granules said it has also issued the requisite notice to the relevant parties in accordance with U.S. regulatory requirements.
DMK backs Rahuls anti-CEC protest after questioning silence on Tamil Nadu SIR
Police clash with students in Paris amid growing education crisis
CM Vijay: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay inspected Aavin's Madhavaram dairy complex in Chennai and inaugurated a new Rs 2.23 crore laboratory annex building, at a time when residents are reporting shortages of Aavin milk at retail outlets across the city. The visit comes weeks after the state hiked milk procurement price twice in August, taking it from Rs 38 to Rs 44 a litre.
Pakistan security forces kill 18 terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan
According to Radio Pakistan, the security forces killed 13 Fitna al-Khawarij terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Chemistry Nobel 2026 awarded to Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai
The duo was recognised for the discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis
The Phase-3 is expected to alleviate traffic congestion, and will be particularly impactful on heavily congested routes of the Outer Ring Road West, Magadi Road, and other major arterial roads in Bengaluru
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay inaugurates Aavin annex laboratory at Madhavaram Dairy unit
The annexure lab was constructed at a cost of 2.23 crore and will conduct drinking water tests.
Prakash Raj demands scrapping of SIR, calls on citizens to hit the streets
He demands that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar be forced to resign, and all those behind SIR process be held accountable
DVAC Begins Probe into Rs 4,700 Cr Sand Mining Scam During DMK Regime
The DVAC formally launched the investigation by sending notices to the contractors, officials and others who were charged in the scam. A detailed enquiry will be carried out for establishing prima facie before registering a case.
Tamil Nadu may encounter El Nio differently from rest of India
In strong El Nio years, pressure differences between the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea can drive moist air into coastal Tamil Nadu; when an El Nio coincides with warmer waters in the Bay, evaporation increases, and cyclonic circulations in November-December release this stored heat as intense, localised rainfall
Tamil Nadu may encounter El Nio differently from rest of India
In strong El Nio years, pressure differences between the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea can drive moist air into coastal Tamil Nadu; when an El Nio coincides with warmer waters in the Bay, evaporation increases, and cyclonic circulations in November-December release this stored heat as intense, localised rainfall
YS Sharmila Invites Tamil Nadu CM Vijay To Daughter's Wedding
APCC Chief YS Sharmila and her husband Anil Kumar met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay in Chennai to personally invite him to their daughter's wedding.
DMK's U-Turn On Rahul Gandhi's Delhi Protest March Against Gyanesh Kumar
DMK spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai questioned Rahul Gandhi's stance on the deletions made through the SIR process in Tamil Nadu. A day later, the party changed its tune, saying this government doesn't want Rahul Gandhi to protest against Gyanesh Kumar.
Telangana Govt announces release of two DA instalments payable with October salary to employees
The DA at the revised rates would be paid with the salary of October payable on November 1
Five injured in separate electrical infrastructure blasts in Bengaluru
In one of the incidents, a pedestrian walking on a footpath was injured
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE: Tamil Cinema Evolves, Dorothy Marks Breakthrough for Transgender Representation
Hyderabad gets a new art space as ChampaTree expands beyond Delhi
Housed within Jubilee Hills furniture showroom Artyk, the space brings together contemporary art and design while allowing visitors to see works in a more domestic setting
Manipur CM cites historical hill outreach to pitch for lasting peace
At an event in Imphal on Tuesday, he said most Manipuri kings spent 100 days a year in the hills to facilitate interaction among the different communities
Wild elephant climbs onto moving car near Tamil Nadu-Karnataka border, passengers left shaken
A wild elephant suddenly climbed onto a moving car near Asanur in Tamil Nadu, close to the Karnataka border, leaving the passengers inside terrified. The unusual encounter happened on the Bengaluru-Dindigul National Highway as the animal approached the vehicle while apparently looking for food.
Dhanush meets Asian Games 2026 medallist Vithya Ramraj, congratulates athlete on her achievements
Actor Dhanush met Tamil Nadu athlete Vithya Ramraj and congratulated her on her achievements in the recently concluded Asian Games. He also invited her for a special meeting. Vithya, who hails from Coimbatore, has represented India in athletics and overcome several challenges to establish herself on the international stage. Her recent journey included a three-medal haul at the Asian Games. She won gold in the women
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Inaugurates New Building for Aavin Laboratory in Chennai
Chief Minister Joseph Vijay opens a new Aavin laboratory building in Chennai, addressing milk supply issues in the region. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Inaugurates New Building for Aavin Laboratory in Chennai
Bhoomi puja performed for 30 projects worth 4,249 crore at CII regional conference in Visakhapatnam
The projects across four north Andhra districts are expected to create 23,256 direct jobs, according to the investors
Remembering Lalgudi Jayaraman through a violin duet
H.K. Venkatram and B.U. Ganesh Prasad performed at the Lalgudi G. Jayaraman memorial endowment held at The Music Academy.
News from the world of Education: October 7, 2026
Information on colleges, admissions, scholarships, events, MoUs, and more
The move comes hours after Delhi Police detained around 260 INDIA bloc protesters, including 10 MPs, during a demonstration demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation
L&T gets initial nod to build main part of 1,600 MW thermal power plant in Jharkhand
The project is being developed by a joint venture of Damodar Valley Corporation and Coal India.
Why growing trust in digital payments may be leaving Indians more exposed to cybercrime
UPI has become a more trusted and frequently used mode of payment in India; but SPIR 2026 finds a paradox, people who trusted online banking the most and used UPI most often were more likely to have been victims of cybercrime; report shows how fraud networks exploit this trust through deceptive schemes, fake apps and digital arrest
Delhi protests on October 7: Traffic restrictions, advisories, routes to avoid
According to a social media post on X by Delhi Traffic Police, the movement of traffic in and around Kashmere Gate and adjoining areas is likely to be affected
After 14 years, Tamil Nadu records lowest Cauvery realisation
The paddy coverage in the Cauvery delta region is almost one lakh acres down, compared to the previous years figure.
CJPs Saurav Das: We should stop using the word permission for protests
DMK Alleges Poll Official Asked Elderly Woman to Vote for Whistle Symbol
DMK cadres besieged the polling station and staged a protest, and polling was halted for 90 minutes
Wild Elephant Climbs Onto Moving Car In Tamil Nadu, Leaves Passengers Terrified
The elephant damaged the car's side mirror while stepping on the vehicle. The passengers were left shaken but escaped without injuries.
Purab Anga Gayaki: A tradition at the crossroads
At a recent baithak, Purab Anga Gayaki musicians and scholars delved into the many forms of Kajris and the challenge of preserving its individuality.
Mistral unveils Le Chonk to compete with Chinese open-weight AI models
The open weights for Le Chonk are set to release at the end of October, announced Mistral
After Dhanush, Is 'People-Made Star' Sivakarthikeyan Setting His Sights On Tamil Nadu Politics?
The Sivakarthikeyan fan club administrators' meeting was held in Chennai on October 4, and the actor's speech that day is the topic of discussion on social media now
Sand mining scam in Tamil Nadu: EDs 2024 communication to DGP challenged before Madras High Court
The partner of a private construction company based at Naganallur in Chennai has approached the court to prevent the DVAC from registering a FIR on the basis of EDs two-year-old dossier.
A week after winning the National Award for Best Documentary for his short on the Ramnami community, filmmaker Bharat Bala speaks about his 1,000-film journey across India, and reuniting with AR Rahman after Vande Maataram
A musical tribute celebrating the iconic legacy of S Janaki
Chennai raises a toast to music, mugs & Bavarian merriment
Rupee falls 10 paise to 96.45 against U.S. dollar ahead of RBI monetary policy decision
The rupee is under continuous pressure amid persistent outflows of foreign funds from domestic equities and strong U.S. dollar holding near multi-month highs above 102 (DXY), forex traders said
Sri Lanka arrests ex-First Lady in charity graft probe
The 73-year-old wife of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa was arrested in Colombo, and will be taken before a magistrate, the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) said
ED conducts searches at 3 cooperative societies in Keralam
About 20 premises in Thrissur, Ernakulam and Kozhikode are being searched
AgriGold victims asked to produce original bonds for verification
The original documents will only be examined and need not be surrendered, the CID clarifies
Key developments in the ECI row: A timeline
Protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar intensified over the last week, with several detained, and complaints of sexual harassment against ACP Vivek Bhagat in Delhi. With the Supreme Court issuing a notice to the ECI and the Centre, here are the developments in the furore against the Election Commission.
Chemical leak at dyeing unit leaves 50 people with breathing difficulties in Salem
Two more taken into custody in Kochi gang-rape case
Saranya, aka Ammu, and Sanju were taken into custody from Wayanad
SpaceX exec renews Starlink pitch as approvals lay pending
The Union government has held up satellite internet in India with a bevy of security requirements; Lauren Dreyer, a SpaceX executive, hoped that the service would be operational by next year.
Why are Indian and U.S. leaders cooling off on a trade deal? | Explained
Both the interim agreement on trade and the overall Bilateral Trade Agreement between India and the U.S. are heavily delayed, and now statements from both sides suggest that talks are stuck
TresInd Studio keeps modern Indian dining flying high at Dubai Michelin awards
The fifth edition of the Michelin Guide Dubai features 122 restaurants across 38 cuisines, with Trsind Studio and FZN retaining three stars and Orfali Bros promoted to two
Stalin flays Vijay over spate of murders, asks CM to switch from shooting mode to action
9 coastal panchayats in Keralam equipped for UNSECO assessment as tsunami-ready
The recognition is accorded based on specific indicators, achieved through a series of well-planned activities aimed at building resilience against tsunamis
TN hospitals halt medicine covers over Hindi printing
Government hospitals in Coimbatore and Karur halted the distribution of trilingual medicine covers after a political controversy erupted over Tamil Nadu's language policy. DMK leaders criticised the packaging, which included Hindi, English, and Tamil, as a covert implementation of a three-language policy. Hospital authorities clarified the covers were old stock and immediately stopped their distribution.
Vance demands Iran cut enrichment to end war
Chennai: 5-year-old girl falls ill, medical exam reveals sexual assault; Bihar youth held
Keralam to join hands with NTPC to set up 2,000-MW battery energy storage system at Kayamkulam
Keralam also seeks dedicated power plant at meeting between Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and NTPC officials in New Delhi
DMK Slams Rahul Gandhi Over Silence on TN Voter Deletions
The DMK has alleged that millions of voters were removed from TN's electoral rolls during the EC's SIR exercise
FIR comes a day after Delhi Police detained 260 people, including 10 MPs, during INDIA bloc protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation
DMK slams Rahul Gandhi over 'silence' on TN voter deletions, calls him 'duplicitous'
DMK spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai has criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for not addressing voter deletions in Tamil Nadu. Annadurai highlighted the inconsistent positions Gandhi has taken regarding the electoral roll revision. He questioned why Gandhi has not supported Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's statement on dissolving state governments elected after the Special Intensive Revision. The DMK has alleged that millions were removed from voter lists during this process.
Bhubaneswar-based CSM Technologies deploys royalty management system for Kenyan mineral sector
Since natural wealth has huge public value impacting future generations of a nation, it is important to build a transparent and technology-driven royalty administration system, says CSM MD Priyadarshi Pany
Google enters massive 3.6-GW power deal with Constellation Energy
Major tech companies are racing to secure massive amounts of electricity supplies to power data centres across the US
Jagan receives book on his political journey
The book, Sthithapragnudu, is authored by Kothapalli Srinivasa Varma
Maharashtra hub of 'urban Maoist' activities: Government on Special Public Security Act
The law specifies four offences for which an individual can be punished: having membership of an unlawful organisation; a non-member raising funds for such an organisation, assisting in its management or committing an unlawful activity.
Google fights 1 billion UK lawsuit over app store fees in latest Big Tech case
Lawyers representing consumer advocate Liz Coll, who is leading the claim, say Google used its dominant position to charge commissions of up to 30% on purchases of apps through its Play Store
Vettri Payanam: What is the economic mileage of a free ride?
CM Joseph Vijay seems to have mastered the art of welfare politics by accommodating the gratis within an about 4 lakh crore revenue-spending framework. However, the real test is whether the government can convert 84 lakh daily journeys into measurable gains in female employment, productivity, household income and mobility
Christa Pike is conscious and speaking after Tennessee failed execution, her attorneys say
The statement was the first indication that Pike has improved since an ambulance carried her away from a Nashville prison
Rate hike after nearly three-and-a half years comes as inflation pressures rise due to the continuing West Asia conflict; policy stance revised to 'calibrated tightening'
Survey ordered to trace 45 acres missing from records near KCRs farmhouse
Notices would also be issued to obtain the land records of former Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao and his family members, whose land was located near Survey No. 325
How scientists learned to control brain cells with light
The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel for their pioneering discoveries in optogenetics and light-gated ion channels. Their research transformed neuroscience by enabling scientists to control and study specific nerve cells using light, revealing how brain circuits regulate memory, emotions, behaviour and bodily functions. The breakthrough has opened new avenues for understanding neurological and psychiatric disorders and is already influencing research into conditions such as Alzheimers disease, addiction and vision loss.
ED raids Cooperative Banks in three Kerala districts in financial irregularities cases
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 7 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday launched a major search operation at Cooperative Banks and the residences of their officers and governing body members across three districts of Kerala as part of its investigation into alleged financial irregularities and money laundering. The searches are being conducted simultaneously at multiple locations in Thrissur, Ernakulam and Kozhikode in connection with cases registered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The ED teams began the operation around 6.30 a.m., with officials from Kerala and Tamil Nadu taking part in the searches. The operation focuses on the Angamaly Urban Cooperative Bank in Ernakulam, the Kuttanellur Service Cooperative Bank in Thrissur and the Thennala Service Cooperative Bank in Kozhikode. The searches cover bank offices as well as the residences of members of the governing bodies, serving and former employees and other persons linked to the institutions. The ED had earlier detected alleged financial irregularities of around Rs 121 crore at the Angamaly Urban Cooperative Bank through fraudulent loans. The latest searches are understood to be part of the agency's efforts to trace the money trail and establish the role of those allegedly involved in the irregularities. The residence of Shiju, a former employee and accountant of the Angamaly Urban Cooperative Bank, is also being searched. According to the ED, Shiju was among those who allegedly played a key role in the processing of fraudulent loans. In Thrissur, the agency is conducting searches at five locations linked to the Kuttanellur Service Cooperative Bank. Its branches at Ancherichira, West Anchery and Padavarad are being searched. The residences of the former bank president and members of the governing body are also under scrutiny. The ED is conducting searches at seven locations in Kozhikode in connection with the Thennala Service Cooperative Bank. The latest operation assumes significance against the backdrop of the ED's continuing investigations into alleged financial irregularities in Kerala's cooperative banking sector. The agency is examining the role of bank officials and others and is expected to scrutinise loan records, financial transactions and other documents during the searches.
Tiruppur Kumaran: a sacrifice that defied the British Raj
A young man, who fell victim to the police brutality on January 10, 1932, went on to become a symbol of those who laid down their lives for the sake of political freedom of their fellow countrymen.
Heavy Rains Expected in Tamil Nadus Western Districts
Tamil Nadus weather forecast predicts moderate rain on Wednesday, with heavy showers expected in western districts over the next two days. Heavy Rains Expected in Tamil Nadus Western Districts
TN: Courtallam waterfalls closed for public as repair work resumes
Digital Desk | Tenkasi, Oct 7 (IANS) Tourists have been barred from entering the Main Falls at Courtallam in Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi district after authorities resumed repair work that remained unfinished when the previous tourist season began. The reduced water flow has enabled workers to restart construction at the popular bathing spot. Officials said the work was aimed at strengthening the bathing area and protecting it against damage during floods. Large stones are being installed at the base of the waterfall, where repairs had been interrupted to accommodate visitors during the season. Renovation began last year, when the old arch at the Main Falls was removed. A new, larger arch was subsequently built a short distance away, while stone-laying work was also undertaken on the lower level of the bathing area. However, the arrival of the Courtallam season before the work could be completed prompted authorities to allow tourists to bathe at the falls. The remaining repairs were consequently deferred, leaving portions of the project unfinished. With the water flow now declining, workers have returned to complete the pending work. Authorities have closed the Main Falls to visitors while construction proceeds, preventing access to the area where stones are being laid. At present, only a small quantity of water is falling over the section designated for men. This flow is being diverted so that workers can install stones on the ground and complete repairs to the bathing surface. The installation of large stones forms part of efforts to prevent floodwaters from damaging the area. Completing the work before the northeast monsoon begins is the immediate priority, officials indicated. The closure means tourists arriving at the Main Falls will be unable to enter the site or bathe there during the repair period. Access will remain restricted while the work is underway. Authorities said bathing would be permitted once the repairs were completed before the onset of the northeast monsoon. No specific reopening date was provided, with access linked to completion of the pending construction. The latest work continues the renovation undertaken last year, covering the unfinished stone-laying and measures intended to protect the bathing area during periods of heavy flow. For now, the diversion of the remaining water has made it possible to carry out repairs directly beneath the falls. Officials have maintained the entry ban to allow those works to proceed.
'SIR Is Bloodless Political Genocide'
'93 lakhs deletions in Bengal, 96 lakhs in Tamil Nadu, 24 lakhs in Kerala, 77 lakhs in Gujarat, 45 lakhs in Madhya Pradesh, 44 lakhs in Rajasthan. 2.89 crores in Uttar Pradesh. Nearly 3 crores!'
TN: Milk price hike fails to bring full relief to Tiruchy farmers amid deductions
Digital Desk | Tiruchy, Oct 7 (IANS) Deductions from milk procurement payments have triggered complaints from dairy farmers in Tiruchy, who say they are receiving less than the revised rate announced by the Tamil Nadu government. The state recently increased the procurement rate for cow milk by Rs 6, taking it from Rs 38 to Rs 44 per litre. The procurement price for buffalo milk was fixed at Rs 53 per litre. The dispute surfaced after payments reached farmers bank accounts on October 3. Producers alleged that cooperative milk societies withheld Rs 4 for every litre of cow milk supplied, reducing their receipts to Rs 40. When farmers sought an explanation, society officials reportedly said the withheld amount covered salaries, administrative costs, festival bonuses and an incentive payable later in the month. They said the breakup provided to them included Rs 1.85 per litre for salaries and administration, Rs 1.15 for Pongal bonus and Rs 1 retained for payment as an incentive at the end of the month. Farmers argued that these deductions weakened the relief offered by the price revision, particularly as expenditure on fodder, cattle feed and other inputs rose. They maintained that the government should bear administrative and related costs instead of passing them on to producers. Aavins Tiruchy management, however, gave a different account of the deductions. It said Rs 1.75 per litre was being collected towards the administrative expenses of cooperative milk societies, while another Rs 1 was retained for payment to farmers. Under this calculation, producers would receive Rs 41.25 per litre in their bank accounts after deductions totalling Rs 2.75. The management said there would be no separate deduction towards bonus. Half of the Rs 1.75 collected would meet society expenses, while the remaining portion would be used to distribute bonuses to milk producers. Aavin said explanatory handbills were being prepared to clarify the payment structure and provide farmers with a detailed account of how their procurement payments would be calculated. Producers representatives questioned the need to withhold Rs 1 per litre and return it later as an incentive. They urged the milk union to release the full payment immediately. Farmers said earlier deductions were modest, whereas the amounts now withheld strained their finances. They appealed to the government to absorb society expenses and ensure the price increase reached producers in full.
The status of the U.S. blockade on Cuba
U.S. blockade and decades-old embargo on Cuba have worsened the islands economic and humanitarian crisis, with fuel shortages disrupting electricity, food distribution, healthcare; as Havana seeks to ease the crisis, Trump administrations pressure and demand for regime change continue to constrain Cubas options
The protests and polls in Spain
Eviction of a senior citizen in Madrid snowballed into protests across the country, forcing Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to first put together emergency legislation to address the situation
Readers Write: deadly gaps at Guindy railway station
A police booth is required at Pudhupakkam junction
Motorists navigating the Pudhupakkam junction, where Vandalur Kelambakkam Road and Pudhupakkam Main Road meet, would face significant risks if they relied solely on the traffic signals
Rain likely across TN today; heavy showers forecast in western districts
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 7 (IANS) Moderate rain is likely in several districts of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday, while heavier rainfall is forecast in Coimbatore, the Nilgiris and Theni over the next two days, according to the weather department. Chennai could receive light to moderate rain during the evening or night. However, the prospect of rainfall will coincide with above-normal daytime temperatures across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, where maximum temperatures are expected to remain two to three degrees Celsius higher than usual. The districts named in Wednesdays moderate rainfall forecast include the Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Theni, Dindigul, Tiruppur, Tenkasi, Virudhunagar, Kanniyakumari and Tirunelveli. Rain is also likely in Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Pudukkottai, Madurai, Sivaganga and Ramanathapuram. The forecast thus covers districts across western and southern Tamil Nadu, as well as parts of the Cauvery delta. Moderate rainfall is expected in these areas on Wednesday, with a separate forecast indicating the possibility of heavier rain in some western districts in the following days. Coimbatore and the Nilgiris are likely to receive heavy rain on Thursday and Friday. Theni is expected to receive heavy rainfall on Friday, extending the outlook for heavier showers to another district along the states western belt. For Chennai, the weather department has indicated that rain is more likely later in the day. The forecast for the city specifies light to moderate showers during the evening or night, rather than the heavy rainfall predicted for Coimbatore, the Nilgiris and Theni. Despite the rain forecast, temperatures are expected to stay above normal on Wednesday. The departments temperature outlook applies to both Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, with maximum readings likely to exceed the usual level by two to three degrees Celsius. The rainfall and temperature forecasts point to a day when showers may occur in several districts while daytime conditions remain warmer than normal. The anticipated rain does not alter the departments projection of elevated maximum temperatures across the state and the neighbouring union territory during the course of Wednesday. The outlook for the next two days places particular attention on Coimbatore and the Nilgiris, where heavy rain is forecast on both days, and Theni, where the heavier rainfall is expected on Friday. Wednesdays forecast, meanwhile, indicates moderate rain across the named districts and lighter to moderate showers in Chennai later in the day.
Library in memory of a generous social workerfrom Chromepet
The family members of the late S. Srimathy, a social worker and wife of social activist V. Santhanam, who passed away last month, are constructing a library in her memory
The move comes hours after Delhi Police detained around 260 INDIA bloc protesters, including 10 MPs, during a demonstration demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation
