John Ternus to lead Apple into the age of AI
Some analysts had argued software chief Craig Federighi was the more logical pick for a company scrambling to catch up on AI
TN Assembly to debate grants for four key departments today
Chennai, Aug 31 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly will reconvene on Monday after a two-day weekend break, with demands for grants concerning four key departments scheduled to be taken up for discussion. The House has so far completed debates on the demands for grants of 32 departments as part of the ongoing Budget Session []
Congress Ministers will Quit if TVK Doesn't Back Rahul Gandhi: TN Minister Rajesh Kumar
Kumar's remark came after TVK leaders made repeated attempts to project Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay as a prospective prime ministerial contender from Tamil Nadu for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections
FIR registered against Rahul Gandhi over Haldwani 'purification' remarks
A political row erupted after some individuals allegedly performed a 'purification yajna' at the Ramlila Ground in Haldwani on August 11, following a public meeting held there by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on August 8
CJP finds in AAP an all-weather friend supporting it at every turn
Since the beginning of the CJP, Arvind Kejriwal, other top leaders, and the AAP ecosystem have supported it, even before it became a mass movement in Delhi
West Asia LIVE: Oil jumps more than 1% after U.S. attack on Iran's Larak island
U.S. forces struck two launchers on Iran's Larak Island in the Hormuz Strait on August 30, the first known American strikes on the Gulf nation since late July.
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Nepal-China flash flood disaster exposes fragility of Hindu Kush Himalayas: U.N. climate chief
The death toll from flash floods in Nepal rose to 788 with more bodies being recovered, even as more than 2,500 people are still missing
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Pakistans Dar, Munir arrive in Turkiye ahead of first Makkah defence pact meeting
Under the agreement, an attack against one of the countries will be treated as an attack against all of them, amid increasing security concerns in the wake of escalating tensions in West Asia
Tamil Nadu must now begin focusing on new growth engines
Tidying up corporate KYC landscape
The politics of calling minds Naxal
The new labelling is an escalation of the governments attitude towards dissent and democracy
Nepals agony, the Himalayan warning to India
One living rock, shared by nations, makes its dangers a shared concern for all
Three die as bikes collide head-on in Sriperumbudur
Torso in bag case: arrested couple brought to city
Adopt policies for reuse of treated water
Indias water future may hinge less on discovering new freshwater reserves and more on the intelligence with which the country recycles what it already has
Neelakurinji-like bloom adds charm to Kudremukh Hills
Adding a distinctive charm to the beauty of the Western Ghats, a rare blue-violet flower resembling Neelakurinji has bloomed big along some trekking trails in the Kudremukh region of Chikkamagaluru district, attracting more trekkers and nature enthusiasts
Drawn to defeat: On Indias chances in the ICC World Test Championship
India is now in a must-win situation in the Test Championship cycle
Two held over hoax bomb threat in Kochi
Anbumani flays state govt for not protecting Pallikaranai marsh
Farmers associations seek lifting of toddy ban in Tamil Nadu
C. Nallasamy, coordinator, Tamil Nadu Toddy Movement, says the lifting of the band will create jobs and help many families
Leaders pay rich tributes to G K Moopanar on his 25th memorial day
The Banyan Academy launches Dr. Parasuraman Lived Experience Writing Award
The awardees will have a mentor and editor to assist them in writing their books and telling stories of distress and resilience
Minister calls for CSR impact dashboard to measure social outcomes
V-P to inaugurate colleges silver jubilee celebrations in Kochi
Tributes paid to Moopanar on his 25th death anniversary
70 sweeping machines set to roll out under Delhi govt.s 2,500-crore project
Plumping For Modi In 2029: Naidus Gamble
The sudden emergence of actor Vijays TVK in Tamil Nadu and the Congress easy victory in Kerala polls, coupled with the grand old party appearing to be settling in power in Karnataka, have brought fresh challenges to Mr Modi and home minister Amit Shah in the South
GCC to launch volunteer app for monsoon relief, rescue operations
Temple officials said devotees found taking mobile phones inside the temple will be fined and the phones would be confiscated
219 more Tamils traced in Nepal, set to return today
Delhi auto, taxi drivers seek higher fares amid CNG hike
Benaka to organise month-long Karantha Maasa celebration in September
The Hindu In School Educators Confluence 2026 to be held on Sept. 2
Congress minister threatens to quit TVK cabinet if Rahul is not accepted as PM candidate in 2029
Womans murder: couple arrested in Manipur being brought to Chennai
The murder came to light on August 5, when the body was found in the rear general compartment of the Tamil Nadu Express in Agra
World Cup | Michel Struthoffsstrike extends Germanys reign
Street Play organised as part of the Pondicherry Heritage Festival
Street Play is inspired by Open Streets, a movement in the U.S. to open the streets for people to engage with their neighbourhood actively
Human chain rally marks end of 15-day Drug-Free Tamil Nadu campaign
Three persons killed as bikes collide near Oragadam
Create a large reservoir in Parandur: Anbumani
Chennai needs a second airport since the runway at the current airport is not of the same standard or convenience as those at international airports, says PMK leader
Four persons in Ambur held for selling baby
Six minors among 10 held for racing bikes
A watercolour window into old Madras
History-sheeter hacked to death; 4 held
Congress Minister Warns TVK Over PM Face Row, Says Rahul Gandhi Is Congress's 2029 Choice
A fresh fault line has emerged within Tamil Nadu's ruling coalition after Congress leader and minister S. Rajesh Kumar objected to TVK leaders projecting Chief Minister Vijay as a future Prime Minister. Insisting that Rahul Gandhi remains Congress's prime ministerial candidate for 2029, he warned that the party's ministers may not continue in the government if TVK refuses to back that position.
Congress will quit Vijay Cabinet if Rahul is not accepted as PM candidate, says Minister
S. Rajesh Kumars warning comes against the backdrop of some TVK Ministers and functionaries openly seeking to present Mr Vijay as the Prime Minister candidate
PM Modis 36 international honours, at a glance | Graphics
On August 30, 2026, PM Modi was conferred with Uzbekistan's prestigious Oliy Darajali Do'stlik Order
EPS criticises Tamil Nadu Assembly for ignoring public issues
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Salem traders threaten to shut shops if Corporation does not slash taxes
Traders body office-bearer says Corporation has fixed property tax at 28 per sq. ft for commercial buildings in the city, which is higher than that in Coimbatore and Tiruchi cities, where the maximum tax is 16 per sq. ft
China, Bangladesh to start two-plus-two dialogue in the very near future, says Humaiun Kobir
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs announced this soon after the Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh, Yao Wen, called on him
Chennai Bulls win equestrian champions league title in Coimbatore, bag 15 lakh
Tamil Nadu Awaits Governor Nod on Water Bill as Groundwater Falls
Kandela Khap condemns restrictions on inspections of Haryana government schools
The Sarv Jatiya Kandela Khap alleged that the move was aimed at hiding shortcomings in the education system
Andhra University Statistics alumni hold reunion
Children, families adopt animals under Vizag zoos programme
Nepal struggles to preserve recovered bodies as flood toll touches 788
More than 900 workers are missing from hydropower sites and officials believe around 100 people trapped inside tunnels are alive; experts from India, China, and South Korea have joined the Nepal Armys efforts to rescue these workers
Israeli strike kills two people, including a 3-year-old boy, Gaza medics say
Gaza medics said the Israeli airstrike near a bakery in Deir Al-Balah killed one man, Hussam Nusair, a three-year-old boy, Tayyem Hamdan, and wounded several others
Direct Karnataka to release backlog of 17.604 tmcft Cauvery water: T.N. to Supreme Court
Cauvery Delta farmers are severely affected as they are not getting their due share, T.N. tells court; says CWRC and CWMA failed to consider accumulated backlog; top court to hear Cauvery case on August 31
Venezuela's interim President says U.S. energy deal will last 25 years
This 25-year bilateral project envisages the development of 17 strategic oilfields with a production target of more than 1.5 million barrels per day, says President Rodriguez
Residents seek BHS status for Agaramthen sacred grove
Researchers said the groves biodiversity has not been comprehensively documented earlier and that the latest survey provides important baseline information for conservation
Russia says preparing 'massive strikes' on Ukraine's energy sector
Russian forces have begun preparations for massive strikes against facilities in Ukraine's energy sector in response to the ongoing attacks by the Kyiv regime on civilian infrastructure and on Russia's oil and energy complex, it said on Telegram
CBI arrests absconding accused in chit fund case
The funds were illegally collected from gullible depositors, according to the CBI
Anti-national graffiti at varsity whitewashed after West Bengal CMs ultimatum
Graffiti and poster culture have been prevalent at Jadavpur University for decades and are inseparable from the politics of the university
Woman dies after jumping from seventh floor of PG in Whitefield; man sustains multiple injuries
Bombay HC cancels clerk typing test after technical glitches at multiple centres
The decision follows protests by candidates who said server failures, non-responsive keyboards, software lag, automatic logouts and differences in test start times affected their performance
Bengaluru street vendor Ningamma finds mention in PMs Mann Ki Baat
Watch: PM Modis SCO visit comes with key expectations ahead of the BRICS Summit and UNSC elections
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Uzbekistan on a two-day visit, aimed at strengthening ties across a range of areas, including trade, clean energy and connectivity. From Tashkent, the Prime Minister is scheduled to travel to Kyrgyzstan to participate in the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, being held on August 31 and September 1.
Two pelicans attacked in Korattur lake in two days, one dies
TN is preparing new curriculum for science laboratories in colleges
Aspirants seek third attempt in JEE (advanced)
Three of a family die as share auto rams truck
Five artists conferred the title Vani Kala Nipuna
More wards, same workforce: GBA, corporations struggle to deliver on the ground
The State government replaced the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike Act, 2020, with the new Greater Bengaluru Governance Act, 2024, in 2025, which dissolved the BBMP and formed five corporations in its place, with a pan-city body called the GBA, which came into force on September 2, 2025
LVPEI doctors caution on Retinopathy of Prematurity
Watch: Drone footage shows extent of damage in Nepal village
Hindu organisations to hold Puttur Chalo rally on Monday; CPI(M) urges people to stay away
26,500 runners, 184 tribal youth and a new Inclusive Run mark NMDC Hyderabad Marathons 15th edition
Tirupati NIELIT centre to stay: Collector
Parent objects to daughter receiving prize from Sriram Venkitaraman at Kozhikode event
The incident occurred at a private swimming pool complex in Cherootty Nagar afternoon after a triathlon a multi-sport race combining swimming, running and cycling
Man stabbed to death in suspected revenge killing in Guntur
Thousands protest parks amendment Bill at Lalbagh
Tiger attack on cattle triggers alert in Eluru district
CREDAI Hyderabad Property Show 2026 concludes, draws 36,000 visitors in three days
Three members of a family killed after speeding auto dashes into parked truck in Tiruvallur
