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West Himalayas See Sharp Rise in Forest Fires in a Year

FOREST fires in the Western Himalaya region increased manifold during the wildfire season (November to June) this year, compared to a year ago.

Dr Singh's ashes immersed in Yamuna; row intensifies

THE ashes of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh were immersed in the Yamuna river near the Majnu ka Tila Gurdwara on Sunday by his family members as per the Sikh rituals.

More patients with vertigo turning to social media for advice, says study

PEOPLE suffering from vertigo in India are increasingly turning to social media to seek information and even treatment and support, a latest study has found.

Ending China standoff high point in '24 foreign policy, Bangla poses a challenge

IN a year marked by geopolitical tensions, India and China ended an over four-and-a-half-year border standoff and announced steps to reduce mistrust even as New Delhi faced fresh challenges after deposed Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina fled the country in the face of a mass movement against her rule.

Defence focus in '25: Integrated theatre commands, big-ticket procurements

THE country's defence is at the cusp of a major overhaul, with preparations going on to not only make major organisational changes but also tweak policy for procurement to scale up capabilities.

Leaving Baggage Behind in 2024

Happy New Year, dear readers. May 2025 bring our land and all of us abundant good fortune—health, wealth, and happiness by the bushel.

Urban Greenery Answer To Curb Air Pollution

While air pollution is a problem year-round, it worsens during winter due to stagnant weather conditions that trap pollutants near the ground. We need to tackle its root cause

Fishers rescue 100 kg sea turtle trapped in net

A group of fishermen from Chozhiangudi Langiyadi village in Ramanathapuram range rescued a massive sea turtle, weighing nearly 100 kg, which got entangled in a net, and released it back into the sea.

Session for rural women on energy conservation

THE PG & Research Department of Physics and Social Entrepreneurship along with the Swachhta & Rural Engagement Cell (SES REC) in Standard Fireworks Rajaratnam College for Women in Sivakasi jointly organised an extension activity - Awareness on Energy Conservation for Rural Women on Saturday.

Plaint against former TNCC MLA on charges of land grabbing in Karaikudi

A complaint was filed against former TNCC MLA N Sundaram on charges of alleged forgery and registration of land near Karaikudi with the IGP South Zone.

Cong MLA critically injured in 15-ft fall from stadium dais in Kochi

She has suffered fractures in ribs, which led to bleeding in the lungs, says doctor

TN Announces Daily Bus Service Between Vaikom and Chennai

ACTING on the suggestion of Dravidar Kazhagam leader K. Veeramani, the state government has decided to launch soon two direct TNSTC bus services between Chennai and Vaikom for the benefit of those interested in exploring the historical place, said Transport Minister S.S. Sivasankar on Sunday.

Stalin inaugurates ₹33 cr mini TIDEL park in pearl city

Chief Minister M K Stalin will inaugurate the silver-jubilee celebrations of the 134-foot-tall Thiruvalluvar statue in Kanniyakumari today | V KARTHIKALAGU

State sanctions ₹58 cr in first phase to upgrade hi-tech labs in 175 schools

THE School Education Department has recently issued a government order sanctioning ₹57.8 crore in the first phase to upgrade hi-tech laboratories in 175 government higher secondary schools across the state.

Med negligence: Woman dies day after delivery

A 24-year-old woman from Cuddalore, a day after giving birth to her second child, died on Saturday night allegedly due to a post-operative complication.

Father-son spat: PMK democratic, such talks natural, says Anbumani

Tells media party discussed plans for protests, strategies for its development, elections

Chess high on year-end as Humpy captures second world rapid title in USA

THERE is a different joy of being a mother. India's Koneru Humpy had won the World Rapid Chess Championship on Saturday but when she spoke about the win a day later, she could not help but speak about her seven-year-old daughter. She was thousands of miles away in Vijayawada.

179 Killed as South Korean Plane Crash-Lands, Erupts into Fireball

Two crew members of Bangkok-Muan flight survive; landing gear glitch, bird hit suspected

Tax Dept To Tap Digi Yatra Data To Go After Evaders

IF you are a frequent user of Digi Yatra app but don't file income tax returns, don't be surprised if you get a notice from the tax department.

Shining with Poise and Passion

In its 30th edition, the Devi Awards was a gala show of power, talent and achievement, recognising and celebrating women from across the spectrum

The Talented Mr Palekar

The memoir turns the lens inward and reveals interesting facets of this star of the 70s cinema

Holding Fort in the Happiest Country

Traditionally built on strategic locations, Bhutan's elaborate dzong architecture blends function, aesthetics, and cultural symbolism

The Cat is Out of the Bag in Indian Political Symbolanza

Political rhetoric is a weapon of innovative aggression. The bag wars between the Congress and BJP started when Priyanka Gandhi arrived in Parliament with a 'Palestine' bag.

Band of Likely Brothers

The young percussion ensemble must go beyond fusion formulas to make a musical mark

Washington plays supporting role in India's fightback

SCOTT Boland was running at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. It is his backyard. Every time he turns up there, the Victorian pacer has done something special. On Saturday, he was going up against Nitish K Reddy.

Arsenal Maintain Title Pursuit With Narrow Victory

DECLAN Rice is hoping 2025 brings silverware for Arsenal but knows they need some help to deny a rampant Liverpool the Premier League title.

Nitish K Reddy A Star Is Born

Youngster from Andhra cracks scintillating ton to stamp his arrival, rescues India in the process; Family support & vital lessons at domestic setup reasons behind his rise

Rise of women sports in country, in crowd and in spirit

It was the semifinal day of the 2024 Women's Asian Champions Trophy in Rajgir, a watershed moment signifying the rising popularity of women's sports in India, as seen in the enthusiastic crowds and increased media coverage.

Carlsen quits world chess event over jeans row

CHESS number one Magnus Carlsen has quit a World Championship event in New York after being fined and threatened with exclusion for breaching the dress code by wearing jeans.

BFC Post Thrilling Away Win Over Chennaiyin FC

RYAN Williams scored a brace as Bengaluru FC posted a thrilling 4-2 victory over Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Saturday.