Vinayaka idols immersed in Thoothukudi beaches
Kumki elephants join search for wild animal that killed man in BRT Tiger Reserve
Mumbai police search activists home over kite event for Palestinian children
The activist, Harshada, is a volunteer associated with the citizens group Indian People in Solidarity with Palestine.
The Hindu in School Quiz to be held in Coimbatore on October 8
AIDSO opposes 50% hike in PU examination fees
Karnataka CM vows to resolve farmers land grant issues, lead all-party delegation to Delhi
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar addressed a public meeting on the Kasturirangan report in Sakleshpur on Sunday
Rampur Hounds join India-U.S. troops for specialised drills at Yudh Abhyas
According to Indian Army, four Army CaninesRampur Hounds Victor and Rowdy, Belgian Malinois Zac and Labrador Retriever Rice are participating in the exercise
Annamalai wonders why CM went to London, a dead economy, seeking industrial investment
NHAI implements road safety measures at black spot near Ambur after school bus accident
The action comes after four students of a private school and the driver of the school bus in which they were travelling were injured when a container lorry rammed their vehicle at the junction
Russia reports mass cyberattacks targeting elections
The chair of Russias Central Election Commission said the attacks appeared to have been carried out by highly professional, well-coordinated groups using artificial intelligence tools
KPCC spokesperson seeks retired HC judge-led probe into Ganeshotsav controversies
KCR family must provide details of landholdings voluntarily: TPCC general secretary
Concern over digital master boards at junctions creating blind spots, obstructing pedestrians
Traffic police, residents groups and NGOs flag blind spots and obstruction of pedestrian movement; Corporation says steps will be taken to remove or relocate them
Israeli settler killed in West Bank, suspect arrested
The army said a soldier had earlier shot and wounded the suspected assailant at the scene of the incident near Ramallah in the central West Bank
Unauthorised banners continue to pose safety risk to pedestrians and drivers in Tiruchi
Some of the huge flex boards and banners are unsafe and may collapse in strong wind or rain; officials say they will take action against those putting up illegal banners
Pinglu Canal connects rivers, sea, and new opportunities
Pinglu Canal connects rivers, sea, and new opportunities
Air chiefs of India, Japan fly in Tejas during exercise Veer Guardian
The Tejas formation sortie was undertaken by the two chiefs during the India-Japan air exercise Veer Guardian and lasted about 20-25 minutes, the official said
Pratap Simha booked over provocative remarks during Ganesha procession in T. Narasipur
Tirupati teenager receives US grant for innovative agriculture technology
The 19-year-old is currently pursuing his third year of engineering at a private college; his technology focuses on applications in the areas of agriculture and disaster mitigation
H.K. Patil threatens to resign if Gadag is not declared drought-hit
Install information name boards containing basic details of waterbodies in southern districts
Ponnam calls for OBC column in 2027 Census
Nepal flood toll crosses 1,450; over 6,000 still missing
The search for those missing in Nepal has continued across river stretches, debris fields and damaged hydropower projects in Rasuwa and neighbouring districts.
T.N. infectious disease conclave in Madurai focusing on future innovations, care
Special session beginning on Sept. 21 likely to adopt resolution against Kasturirangan report
Mangaluru Technovanza 2026 to focus on global capability centres, data centres, startups, medtech
A.P. Lokayukta orders action on three separate complaints
Dengue under control in Tamil Nadu, says Health Minister Arunraj
Dengue under control in Tamil Nadu, says Health Minister Arunraj
Pilgrims protest at Sabarimala following Aravana shortage
Shortage as the Aravana production plant at the Sannidhanam remains shut for maintenance. On Sunday, pilgrims were given only three packets each of Appam and one tin each of Aravana
OFC menace persists in Bengaluru as new GBA regulations remain pending
Even busy stretches in the city, such as Hosur Road, Mysore Road, Indiranagar 100 Feet Road, Brigade Road, Bannerghatta Road and Koramangala 80 Feet Road (Ganesh Temple), have cables hanging low, bunched to trees, snapped and lying on footpaths and roads.
Automated toll plaza becomes operational on Melur-Karaikudi four-lane highway
SIR: Deletions in Bengaluru disproportionately high, 12 seats cross 10-times winning margin mark
Bommanahalli Assembly constituency has recorded the highest deletions during the draft stage; constituencies with high deletions are also seeing a large number of notices being issued
Digital Payments to Become Mandatory for Purchases Over
TASMAC will require digital payments for purchases above 500 at its outlets in Tamil Nadu to enhance transparency and reduce cash transactions. Digital Payments to Become Mandatory for Purchases Over 500 at TASMAC Outlets in Tamil Nadu
INCOIS to deploy AI, satellite remote sensing to track marine litter hotspots
Railway employees union seeks restoration of pensions
Centre seeks fast-track clearance for Adilabad airfield project
Northeasts largest power project initiated in Assams Dhubri
Adani Power Limiteds 3,200 MW thermal plant site resulted in evictions after the Bodoland Territorial Council could not provide space in the adjoining Kokrajhar district
KM-1 capture operation gathers pace as kraal nears completion
Kannur Divisional Forest Officer says the Forest department expects to bring kumki elephants from the Muthanga elephant camp in Wayanad within the next two days.
Ceiling collapse at MGM Warangal injures three patients; T-JUDA seeks early opening of new hospital
Landslide in Idukki, Tamil Nadu Claims Two Lives After Heavy Rainfall
A landslide in Idukki, Tamil Nadu, caused by heavy rain, resulted in two fatalities and raised concerns over safety in the region. Landslide in Idukki, Tamil Nadu Claims Two Lives After Heavy Rainfall
South Central Railway wins five awards for energy efficiency
Heavy rainfall forecast in 14 Telangana districts on September 21
CPI(M) launches protest in Vijayawada, demands house sites for poor
YSRCP accuses government of diverting attention from Super Six failures
Malladi Vishnu alleges that the coalition government is making baseless allegations against YSRCP leaders and seeking to create divisions along caste and religious lines to conceal its failure to fulfil electoral promises
CPI(M) demands 1 lakh crore special drought relief package for farmers in Andhra Pradesh
The situation has worsened as the State failed to act despite warnings from meteorologists about severe El Nio conditions, says party State secretary Srinivasa Rao
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Varun Sanyal forced to withdraw after being declared medically unfit
Varun Sanyal was assessed by medical personnel, diagnosed as severely exhausted and dehydrated and declared unfit to compete
Monsoon health measures stepped up; daily medical camps under way in Madurai
Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 49.65 feet
High Court bench committee likely to visit Mangaluru in October: Ivan DSouza
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu directs steps to mitigate impact of El Nio in Andhra Pradesh
Observing that Kurnool, Nandyal and Anantapur districts are the worst hit, the Chief Minister calls for short and medium-term plans to tackle the situation; he also directs officials to keep the prices of rice, onion, palm oil and red gram under control
Two rowdy-sheeters arrested for creating panic among public with machetes
India, Sri Lanka hold 13th edition of bilateral maritime exercise SLINEX
Five-day exercise in Visakhapatnam focuses on operational interoperability and maritime cooperation
Red Bishop beats the odds to claim the Indian St. Leger
Public Consultations on Auto Rickshaw Fare Revision Set for September 23 in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadus transport department will hold public consultations on auto rickshaw fare revisions on September 23, 2026. Public Consultations on Auto Rickshaw Fare Revision Set for September 23 in Tamil Nadu
Public Consultation on Auto Rickshaw Fare Revision in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadus transport department to hold public consultations on auto rickshaw fare revisions on September 23, considering stakeholders views. Public Consultation on Auto Rickshaw Fare Revision in Tamil Nadu
How cyber fraud became an industry
Three books trace the journey of cybercrime from a get-rich-quick scheme enabled by cheap mobile data to the sprawling enterprise it has become today
DMDK flags crimes, farm distress and civic concerns in TN
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 20 (IANS) DMDK general secretary and Vriddhachalam MLA Premalatha Vijayakant on Sunday sought urgent intervention by the TVK government on several issues, ranging from violent crimes and farmers welfare to dengue, electricity disruptions, and paddy procurement. Expressing concern over the states law-and-order situation, she referred to the Sivaganga double murder and killings reported in Madurai and Krishnagiri. Such incidents, she said, required swift investigation and firm action to restore a sense of security among residents. Premalatha urged the police to identify and arrest those responsible and ensure stringent punishment through legal proceedings. She also asked the government to take preventive steps to curb similar incidents. She called for stronger measures to prevent dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases. Local bodies must intensify mosquito-control operations, while government hospitals should have adequate beds, medicines, and diagnostic facilities. Premalatha expressed concern over reports of dengue infections among Anna University students and sought urgent preventive action on campus. Highlighting the farmers protest at Samayapuram, she demanded a complete waiver of agricultural loans. Referring to reports that crop loans amounting to Rs 247.15 crore had been waived for 50,779 farmers in Tiruchy district, she sought similar relief for eligible farmers across Tamil Nadu. The DMDK leader also urged the government to resolve concerns raised by fishermen in Pattinapakkam and ensure adequate security during Vinayaka Chaturthi processions. She asked the state to exert pressure on Karnataka to secure Tamil Nadus legitimate share of Cauvery water. On the power situation, Premalatha said the government must address complaints of unannounced outages in different parts of Tamil Nadu immediately. She also called for faster procurement of rain-exposed paddy in Tirunelveli and Vriddhachalam to prevent farmers from suffering avoidable financial losses. Premalatha said the government must treat these concerns as priorities and announce time-bound measures to resolve them. Its credibility, she added, would depend on how quickly it protected public safety, supported farmers, and ensured uninterrupted delivery of essential services.
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TN: DMK accuses BJP of intimidating regional parties
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 20 (IANS) DMK leader T.K.S. Elangovan on Sunday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using investigative agencies to intimidate regional parties, saying they have emerged as the ruling partys principal political opponents as the Congress remains weakened nationally. Elangovan referred to the summons issued to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha in connection with a land case, and notices reportedly sent to family members of AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi. He alleged that such actions were part of a systematic campaign against regional forces. The BJP was apprehensive about regional parties joining hands to challenge it, he claimed. He said the parties were strengthening cooperation and preparing to present their political and ideological opposition to the BJP before voters across the country. Supporting the CPI(M)s call for the broadest possible opposition unity instead of a separate third front, Elangovan said parties opposed to the BJP should work together. Their common objective should be to highlight what he described as the BJPs failures and policies before seeking public support. Accusing the BJP of undermining democratic values, Elangovan claimed it was attempting to transform India into a monopolistic political system. He alleged that those in power were behaving like rulers with unchecked authority and were unwilling to hear or resolve public grievances. Elangovan also targeted the TVK government in Tamil Nadu, alleging that it had failed to maintain law and order during its first 100 days in office. Citing eight murders reportedly committed within a day, he said the government was reviving allegations dating back five decades against the DMK to divert attention from its present shortcomings. Responding to questions surrounding DMK president M.K. Stalins arrest during the Emergency, Elangovan said Stalin did not need to produce fresh proof that he had been detained under the Maintenance of Internal Security Act. The Justice Ismail Commission, appointed by the state government, had already confirmed the arrest, he said. The DMK leader also backed Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhis contention that the system was suppressing students. He maintained that every citizen had the fundamental right to protest peacefully against the government over a genuine cause. Elangovan said elected governments had a constitutional responsibility to engage with protesters, listen to their concerns, and provide remedies. Attempts to suppress agitations without addressing the issues that prompted them were inconsistent with democratic governance, he added.
Tata Trusts rejects Tata Sons Boards reappointment of Chandrasekaran; declares vote void ab initio
Tata Trusts said the affirmative support of Tata Trusts Nominee Directors as mandated by the Article of Association (AoA) was not given to the board to make any decision
MLA inspects delayed Olympian Suresh Babu Indoor Stadium project ahead of Ministers visit
Eravipuram MLA Vishnu Mohan evaluated the existing technical roadblocks and discrepancies tied to the project and subsequently held discussions with relevant officials regarding steps to resolve them
D.K. Shivakumar said the Siddaramaiah government had rejected the draft notification in the past too, but the Centre had issued it once again
Centre cannot insist states sing full Vande Mataram, says MLC
We have a federal structure. The Central Government cannot force States to sing the full Vande Mataram. We have been singing two stanzas of the national song for the last several years, and the State Government has decided to sing only two stanzas, says MLC Ivan DSouza
Annamalai rejects Periyar's atheistic policies, anti-Brahmin ideologies
Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai said he rejects Periyars atheistic and anti-Brahmin ideologies while acknowledging the Dravidian stalwarts contributions to womens empowerment and caste eradication. Pointing to what he called numerous contradictions in Periyars history, Annamalai also reiterated that statues carrying atheistic inscriptions outside Hindu temples would be respectfully relocated if the BJP comes to power in Tamil Nadu.
Mamatas backing of Congress in Nandigram bypoll signals possible reset in Bengal opposition politics
Mamata Banerjees support for the Congress represents both an attempt to prevent division of the anti-BJP vote and a political response to an unusually difficult moment for her faction
TN: Annamalai criticises govt over jallikattu and temple administration
TN: Annamalai criticises govt over jallikattu and temple administration Madurai: We The Leaders president K. Annamalai on Sunday called for sweeping political change in Tamil Nadu and accused the government of failing to protect the states traditions, religious institutions, and industrial interests. Addressing the Vaigai Sirpi Awards ceremony at a private hall near Teppakulam in [] The post TN: Annamalai criticises govt over jallikattu and temple administration appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Awareness meeting to limit human-sloth bear interactions in Nilgiris held
The event was organised by the forest department from the Mukurthi Forest Range of the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR) and was attended by residents as well as those from surrounding areas such as Manjoor
CPI(M) warns TVK govt. not to take unilateral decisions
Addressing a demonstration on Saturday in Chennai, demanding that the government drop its proposal to construct a new Secretariat at Pattinapakkam, Mr. Shanmugam said the TVK government had been elected with the support of 34% of the voters and not 100% of the people of Tamil Nadu.
Vinayagar idol immersion processions held across Chennai
Public consultations on Tamil Nadu auto fare revision on Sep 23
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 20 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Transport Department has directed district Collectors to hold public consultation meetings on September 23 as part of the governments move to revise auto-rickshaw fares across the state. Representatives of auto-rickshaw unions, consumer organisations, commuters and other stakeholders are expected to participate in the meetings, and their views will be considered before the government finalises the revised fare structure. Tamil Nadu has around 3.46 lakh registered auto-rickshaws. The fares currently in force were fixed in 2013 and have remained unchanged despite repeated demands from drivers associations for a revision. Under the existing structure, passengers are charged Rs 25 for the first 1.8 kilometres and Rs 12 for every subsequent kilometre. Auto-rickshaw unions have argued that the existing rates are no longer viable because of the increase in fuel prices and the rising cost of maintenance, insurance, spare parts, and other essential expenses. They have demanded that the minimum fare be raised to Rs 45 and that passengers be charged Rs 20 for every additional kilometre. The Transport Commissionerate has asked district administrations to consult consumer groups and other stakeholders before submitting their recommendations. The process is intended to arrive at a fare structure that safeguards the livelihood of drivers without imposing an unreasonable financial burden on passengers. Tamil Nadu Progressive Consumer Centre President Sadagopan urged the government to complete the consultation process and announce the revised fares without further delay. He said an early decision was particularly important as passenger demand was likely to rise during the approaching Ayudha Puja and Deepavali festival seasons. Supporting the demand raised by auto-rickshaw unions, Sadagopan proposed a minimum fare of Rs 45 and Rs 20 for every kilometre travelled thereafter. He also called for stronger regulatory measures to ensure transparency and prevent disputes between passengers and drivers. He urged the government to make digital fare meters and Global Positioning System devices compulsory in all auto-rickshaws. These measures would help calculate fares accurately, strengthen passenger safety and enable the authorities to monitor compliance. The government is expected to examine the suggestions collected during the district-level meetings before announcing its decision. The revision will affect lakhs of commuters and drivers who depend on auto-rickshaws for their daily travel and livelihood.
Breathing in death: How mining dust in the Aravallis is killing residents
Residents of Syalodra village in Sikar say silicosis has claimed more than 50 lives, and that the Supreme Court-appointed Aravalli panel did not visit them
Cyber Fraud Network: three arrested, 507 bank accounts linked to accused frozen
A case was registered on April 29, 2026, after complainant Harish Kumar K. N. was allegedly induced to transfer 93,58,555 to various bank accounts and was cheated
Aggrieved depositors of MHPFNL plan to go on mass protest in Egmore on September 21
More than 6,000 depositors comprising senior citizens and persons with disabilities have lost their funds due to a financial fraud which happened under the management of T. Devanthan Yadav, chairman and Managing Director
Nagenthran calls Rahul Gandhi a part-time politician
BJP leader NainarNagenthran alleged that Rahul Gandhi had ridiculed and mimicked PM Modi repeatedly, and that such behaviour followed a series of electoral setbacks
Delivery agent killed in accident
A senior official of the Avadi police Commissionerate said V. Dileep, who was a resident of Lakshmi Nagar in Alapakkamnear Maduravoyal, was working as a delivery agent for a private online delivery company
Farmers associations demand total waiver of farm loans
The meeting resolved to provide drought relief to farmers immediately upon declaring an area drought-affected
The workers in the sector say that the recent rise in the price of fuel, coupled with the reduction in supply by the Centre, has affected them badly
Antimicrobial resistance tightens grip on Keralam, say latest report
The data for 2025 released by the Kerala Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Network show that State is now confronting AMR at several levels, from highly resistant pathogens in intensive care units to community-acquired bacteria such as Shigella, which is now resistant to common antibiotics. Drug-resistant bacteria seem to be the norm now, not the exception in Keralams hospitals
UP affirms its top position in tax collection, followed by Karnataka, Tamil Nadu
Kerala posts fastest growth of about 22%; Gujarat tops capex
Anto Augustines custody in Excise dept to end on September 20
Sulthan Bathery Judicial First Class Magistrate Adheena Biju granted the department Anto Augustines custody on September 19
Ashiana Housing to invest Rs 1,000 cr in FY27 to acquire land for expansion: MD Vishal Gupta
Realty firm Ashiana Housing will invest 1,000 crore this fiscal to acquire land across major markets like Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu. Specialising in senior living, the company aims to sustain sales after hitting 2,400 crore pre-sales last fiscal, despite reporting structural industry delays and rising labor costs.
Faculty development programme on linear algebra, differential equations begins at Andhra University
It to enhance the knowledge and research capabilities of faculty members, research scholars and postgraduate students in contemporary developments and interdisciplinary applications of linear algebra and differential equations
Elavenil Valarivan fires India to twin silver delight on day one of Asian Games
For Elavenil, the silver was her first individual medal at the Asian Games, having competed at the 2018 Jakarta and 2022 Hangzhou editions without making the podium
Ashiana Housing to invest 1,000 cr in FY27 to acquire land for expansion
Realty firm Ashiana Housing will invest Rs 1,000 crore this fiscal to buy land parcels for development of housing projects as part of its expansion plan, a top company official said. Listed entity Ashiana Housing is one of the leading real estate developers in the country. It specialises in building homes for elderly people. In an interview with PTI, Ashiana Housing MD Vishal Gupta said housing demand continues to be strong despite global uncertainties. To tap this demand, he said the company is expanding business across major markets including Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. On land acquisition, Gupta said the company is continuously looking for land to develop regular group housing and also senior living projects. We will be investing around Rs 1,000 crore this fiscal on land acquisition, he said, adding that the company has enough cash to fund the investment. The land acquisition would be outright as well as joint development with landowners. On sales book
