Very severe cyclonic storm Arnab begins landfall near Narsapur; Vizag battered by rain
IMD experts said the landfall process may go on for a long time, and they can indicate the tentative landfall point only after the process is over
Houthis claim attack on Saudi oil refinery, blasts shake Riyadh
Saudi Arabia, West Asia's largest economy, has suffered weeks of strikes from the Iran-backed Houthis against oil and civilian sites including Riyadh's international airport
Indias balancing act risks eroding Russias trust
New Delhis performative diplomacy could undermine its longstanding friendship with Moscow
Indias next investment cycle will shape its carbon future
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While carriers of narcotics are caught in the net, big sharks operate freely
Noted dancer Sreedevi Rajan passes away at 84
A dead voter left on the roll is a clerical error. A living voter who is struck off loses their constitutional right
Section 163 enforced as stir for student polls at Jamia enters 16th day
20 detention buses deployed outside university; one of the gates used by hostellers to enter campus welded; students hold talks with varsity panel after failing to meet V-C, say demands still unfulfilled
Are coronary stents necessary?
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Singareni seeks Angul Collectors support for road laying to transport coal from Naini
Women protests force Ladakh administration to discuss declaring region a dry UT'
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While the TNPDCL will still operate the Minnagam, the FOCs, which have been provided with separate mobile numbers, will be merged with the Minnagam system for faster restoration of disrupted power supply
ACB arrests Mirchowk inspector, home guard in 3 lakh bribe case
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40 FIRs over anti-SIR protests in Delhi; police scan CCTV footage to identify demonstrators
Cases include alleged violations of prohibitory orders, vandalism and obstruction of public servants; separate FIRs filed over alleged assaults on demonstrators
Two escape from police station in Salem
Three girls missing in Tiruvannamalai
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Highways Dept. calls for consultants to prepare DPR on linking OMR, ECR
The DPR has to be prepared in three months
Cyclone Arnab: heavy rain brings Vizag to standstill; civic agencies on high alert
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10 To 20 % Bonus For State Public Sector Staff
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Cyclone Arnab leaves parts of Visakhapatnam in darkness
Candidates push on with campaigns despite Cyclone Arnab disruptions
While some candidates braved the rain to continue their door-to-door campaigns, others used the weather-enforced break to meet community representatives, seek the support of professional associations and hold discussions with party leaders and cadre
Supreme Court needs transparent roster system, says former Judge Oka
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Theni Jailbreak Puts Spotlight on Tamil Nadu Prison Staff Shortage
Prisons Are Overcrowded, While 15% Of The Posts Lie Vacant
Cyclone Arnab set to make landfall around dawn on Wednesday; A.P. cancels several flights, trains, brings 30,000 fishing boats ashore; Odisha shuts ghat roads, imposes transport curbs, and begins massive evacuation
Stolen Chola-era bronze idol of Kannappa Nayanar repatriated from Netherlands
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Giant waves hit commuters on Ennore Expressway in Chennai
Cyclone Arnab causes high waves in north Chennai, Tiruvallur
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Income Tax Dept. conducts programme for stress-free work
Two more sim box sites busted in Tamil Nadu; 10 devices seized
Two suspected robbers escape from police custody in Salem
Survey highlights poor quality of English learning in government English-medium schools
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Wages of domestic workers increased, but at slower rate: ILO report
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Watch: Cyclone Arnab: What Andhra Pradesh needs to know
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Cottage, micro enterprises body seeks power infra upgrade in Coimbatore ahead of summer
48-year-old man found dead at his home in Surathkal
The permissible height of non-high rise buildings has been increased from 18.3 metres to 19.5 metres
Retired PSU staff ask President to expedite pension hikes
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Madurai Ring Road linking two highways designed to facilitate uninterrupted movement
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The final electorate comprises 28,68,670 male voters, 30,40,431 female voters and 674 third-gender voters.
Andhra, Odisha step up preparations as cyclone Arnab hurtles towards east coast
Thousands of people have been evacuated along Indias eastern coast as the region braces for very severe Cyclone Arnab, which is expected to make landfall in Andhra Pradesh by Wednesday morning.
Man goes missing, two rescued at Nagapattinam New Beach
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Tamil Nadu Police Rearrest 13 of 17 Inmates Who Fled Jail
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SRM School of Law hosts national-level Tamil moot court competition
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Cyclone Arnab is expected to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts tomorrow morning. Preparations are underway in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, and the National Disaster Response Force has deployed teams across the affected States.
Five cottages sealed in Valparai due to lack of approvals
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Telangana declares 365 mandals drought-affected, of which 111 severely drought-affected
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Digital Desk | Panaji, Oct 27 (IANS) BJP president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday remarked that the nationwide 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy' campaign has been launched by the party to counter the Gandhi family's functioning of working only for its own interests, while accusing the Congress of being frustrated and desperate. Nabin made the remarks during a BJP event in Panaji. He is on a two-day visit to Goa. Addressing a gathering, the BJP chief criticised Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's aap remark, saying: Whenever Congress leaders become frustrated and desperate, they resort to insulting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's parents by making derogatory remarks. I would like to tell the Congress president that it is because of this culture and conduct that the party is declining today. There is still time to introspect and reform. Otherwise, there may come a time when there will be no one left willing to associate with the Congress. Referring to the person whose remark Kharge was responding to at the Bihar event, Nabin said: He was a Congress worker himself who admitted that if the party continues on this path, Narendra Modi will continue to remain in power, while adding that Congress workers themselves are holding up a mirror to the leadership, but the party refuses to learn. Accusing Congress of sidelining democracy with the imposition of 'Emergency' under then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, Nabin targeted the Gandhi family. For them, the Constitution only means the wishes of one family. Whatever that family desires, they want it to become the law of the land. But that will never happen. The people of India understand this very well...This family lives for itself and works only for its own interests. That is why the BJP has decided to launch the campaign Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy across the country. We believe in directly engaging with the people and exposing the true faces of those who mislead them, he said. Further accusing the grand old party of adopting double standards, Nabin said: When the public elects them, they say democracy is alive. When voters reject them, they claim democracy is under threat. If they win in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, or West Bengal, democracy is functioning. If they lose, democracy is endangered. The public can clearly see this double standard and hypocrisy. He alleged that Congress leaders often walk away after coming up with presentations and allegations, saying: I would like to say that even a BJP 'Mandal President' is capable of answering Rahul Gandhis questions. We are ready for debates in Parliament, on the streets, or on any platform. Maintaining that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls have been conducted earlier as well, the BJP chief underlined that India's electoral system has a process which ensures that citizens exercise their right to vote. Decisions regarding proper voter identification and voter rolls are made through an established process, he emphasised. He said that the Congress also conducted the SIR during its tenure and was supported by the then-Opposition rather than being questioned. Accusing the Congress of misusing Constitutional institutions, Nitin Nabin alleged: There is a long list of Election Commission officials who, after retirement, were rewarded by Congress governments. The party cannot answer questions related to it. But the people of the country have all the answers and give a befitting reply to the Congress from time to time. Stating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is focused towards working on women-based development that focuses on welfare and empowerment, Nabin said: That is why numerous schemes have been launched to empower women, enhance their skills, and improve their rights and opportunities. We believe that when a woman becomes empowered, not one but two families become stronger, and consequently, society itself becomes stronger. While reiterating PM Modi's resolve to implement the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam', the BJP chief stated: We are confident that under the BJP-led governance, women will receive their rightful representation (in the Parliament and state Assemblies). Meanwhile, Nabin referred to Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's Smash the Patriarchy remark, questioning the Congress party's hesitation surrounding discussions related to women's rights and dignity. I would also like to ask Rahul Gandhi and Congress leaders why they remain silent when allegations of misconduct against 11 female students emerged at Delhi's JNU, involving a Congress MP? Why is the Congress mute on such matters? he asked. One can understand that their (Congress) sole purpose is to spread anarchy in the country. This shows that they are not genuinely concerned about womens dignity. If they truly cared, they would have sought immediate action against the MP and taken a clear stand, he stated. Citing the BJP-led government's schemes for women, skill development programmes for youth, and startup initiatives, the BJP chief said: Congress, however, continues to focus on dividing the youth. Their political strategy revolves around creating divisions in society...But the youth of India reject this approach. They support the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) and a Developed India rather than anarchy. They see the expansion of entrepreneurship and new opportunities taking place under PM Modi's leadership. Therefore, so-called attempts to spread negativity and divide society will not succeed, he asserted. Moreover, Nabin accused the LoP of insulting the tribal community while citing the Congress leader's Goa visit. When Rahul Gandhi visited Goa and was presented with a Kunbi shawl as a symbol of respect for the tribal community, he could not handle it properly. He had done something similar with a 'gamosa' in Assam as well. Someone who has insulted the countrys first tribal woman President would hardly understand the significance of symbols of respect, he remarked. Meanwhile, the BJP president urged party workers in Goa to set up 'Jan Samvad' programmes over the next two months to inform the public about the work undertaken by the party at the national, state and booth levels and also organise a separate programme to reach out to first-time voters. The dream of a Viksit Bharat by 2047 can be realised only if the BJP remains strong, because the Opposition lives only for itself. The party will fulfil its resolve to make the lotus bloom once again in Goa in 2027, he asserted.
Cauvery row: Tamil Nadu moves SC, accuses Karnataka of defying CWMA order
Ranji Trophy: Salil takes Punjab to 431; Hyderabad solid in reply
The middle-order batter smashes his third successive ton and puts on 116 for the last wicket with Umesh after Milind reduces the visitor to 315 for nine; Abhirath and Rahul lead the hosts response
FATHI urges govt. for release of RTF dues
Aavin increases prices of around 25 milk-based products ahead of Deepavali
While the price of curd has gone up by 10 per kilo, the cost of ghee has been hiked by 80 per kilo
L&T Q2 PAT rises 33% to 5,202 crore, revenue up 16%
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Happy but not satisfied, says Musheer
HC orders status quo over notice to KTR over move to impound passport
Additional Solicitor General of India for Telangana B. Narasimha Sharma informed the bench that only show-cause notice was issued to KTR as to why his passport should not be impounded in the backdrop of the case being investigated by the ACB
Dr. Suresh Surathkal memorial programme on Oct. 29
Kotian and Musheer stand out for Mumbai on a frustrating day
The former scores a patient unbeaten 52 as the host makes 430 against Haryana, while the latter strikes twice in the last hour
Coimbatore schoolboy suicide: After six days of protests, Akilans kin receive his body
Hyderabad Police launch dedicated wing to probe serious crimes
The decision will allow local police personnel to focus on maintaining law and order and preventing crime
Home alone toddler strays out of home and drowns in a pond
BJPs Shashil Namoshi wins North-East Teachers Constituency for the fifth time
He defeats Congress rival Sharanappa Mattur by 3,297 votes, crosses winning quota in first preference vote counting itself
HC directs State to file report on burial grounds
Ranji Trophy: Khares patient knock keeps Chhattisgarh in the hunt
The No. 4 batters unbeaten 74 puts the visitor just 15 runs behind Andhras first-innings total with two wickets in hand; Vijay is the pick of the home teams bowlers with three scalps
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister Parameshwara admitted to hospital, stable
Govt. plans industry integration, skill-based curricula for higher education: Minister
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Four cops suspended for mishandling Cheranalloor accident case
Prakasam Collector removes DEO over student death case failures
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Traffic police appeal to two-wheeler riders to wear helmet properly
The SSP appeals to two-wheeler riders and pillion riders to travel only after wearing helmets, urges them to ensure that the helmet fits snugly and covers the head properly
Junior Athletics: Neil Samraj R Breaks 200m Record
Tamil Nadu's Neil Samraj R shattered the men's U18 200m national record at the National Junior Athletics Championships in Chennai on Tuesday, clocking 21.03 seconds. He also secured gold in the 100m with another national record and was named the best athlete in his category. The state of Tamil Nadu emerged as the overall team champions, with Bhavana G also setting a new meet record in the U20 women's 200m.
Sanctions revised for Owaisi and Bahadurpura flyovers 4-5 years after inauguration
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84,396 people evacuated to safer locations; 290 cyclone shelters set up; schools in affected districts to remain closed on October 28
Arnab fails to dampen spirits of devotees in Vizianagaram, Sirimanotsavam held peacefully
Thousands witness annual procession; authorities heave a sigh of relief as weather remains favourable during festivities
Greater Chennai Police issue Look Out Circular against Archana Veeramani
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AM Green bags long term contract from JERA to supply green ammonia in Japan
AM Green will supply around 70,000 tonnes of green ammonia annually over five years, with the potential to extend the term for additional supply.
ECI affidavit on SIR is deceitful and duplicitous: Congress
Congress chief lists alleged irregularities across 12 States and one Union Territory; asks why PM, HM are protecting the CEC; Congress flags ECIs changing statements on the additions to Form 6
