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Celebrating the Birth of Sikhism's Classical Hero

received a beautiful New Year message from a Sikh friend: \"End 2024 with shukrana (thanksgiving), start 2025 with ardas (petition for well-being).\" This naturally brought to mind that January 6 is the 358th birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh.

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7 Bangladesh Nationals Held for Illegal Stay in Erode

THE district police on Sunday arrested seven Bangladesh nationals staying without proper documents at Perundurai in the district.

Children's home founder sentenced in Pocso case

THE special court in Coimbatore, for trial of cases registered under Pocso, sentenced the founder of a children's home and his woman aide to prison in a 2016 sexual assault case, on Saturday.

Culprit in Anna univ case should be hanged

THE culprit in the Anna University sexual assault case should be given death penalty, GK Vasan, President of Tamil Maanila Congress party, said on Sunday.

Farmer held for assaulting Dhali panchayat vice-chairman

The district police on Saturday arrested a 50-year-old farmer who assaulted a vice-chairman of Dhali town panchayat belonging to a tribal community.

Two cages placed to trap sloth bear at Edakkadu

A day after a 35-year-old man was killed by a sloth bear at Sathyamurthy Nagar in Edakkadu in Kundha, forest department officials fixed two cages to trap the animal on Saturday evening.

New height barrier fixed in subway at Lanka Corner

The earlier barrier was damaged after a heavy vehicle had rammed into it

Women's role key to nation's growth

ANNPURNA Devi, Minister for Women and Children Development, to make India a developed nation by 2047, the active participation of women in all fields is essential.

3 More Pelican Signals to Come Up on Tiruchy Rd

GIVING top priority for pedestrian safety, the city police have planned to install three more pelican crossing signals on Tiruchy Road.

Motorists irked by snail's pace of drain work on Avinashi Road

THE Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation (CCMC) is carrying out cross-drain and stormwater channel works on Avinashi road from Addis Street to CSI Immanuel Church corner at a snail's pace, raising concerns among motorists and public.

India's first rail lift bridge is an engineering marvel that derailed 'sea monsters'

After more than two years of wait, train services are set to resume on Pamban-Rameswaram section, with a new vertical lift bridge at Pamban replacing the iconic but old structure that had long connected Rameswaram Island to the Indian mainland.

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ED Search at Kingston College Ends After 44 Hours

ED search at Kingston Engineering College owned by Vellore MP Kathir Anand ended after 44 hours at 2:35 am on Sunday.

Cracker unit owner among 3 held for blast

THREE persons, including the firecracker unit owner, were arrested by Vachakkarapatti police in connection with the cracker unit explosion at Kottaiyur in Virudhunagar, which claimed six lives on Saturday.

Summer heat & pest attack affect coconut yield, price doubles

HOUSEHOLDS and eateries across the state have started feeling the pinch as, along with other staple vegetables like onion and tomato, the price of coconut too has almost jumped twofold in the last few months.

Cop Accuses Inspector of Taking Bribe, Submits Petition to Home Secy

A constable attached to the Uthumalai police station alleged inaction on his complaint that a police inspector received ₹20 lakh in bribe, and petitioned the home secretary.

New CPM state unit secy takes charge, says DMK misunderstood criticism

The CPM concluded its 24th state conference on Sunday, electing senior leader P Shanmugam as the new secretary for its Tamil Nadu unit.

CPM leader's remarks have potential to destabilise camaraderie: Murasoli

DMK slams Balakrishnan for 'emergency' comment; VCK to raise host of issues in House today

FRESH WOUND FOR INDIA, REPERCUSSIONS LIKELY

India fall in Bumrah's absence; focus back on Gambhir after yet another series loss

Four Maoists, 1 jawan killed in Chhattisgarh encounter

FOUR Maoists and a jawan were killed during an encounter in south Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district on Sunday.

Coast Guard helicopter goes down in Gujarat, 3 crew members killed

THREE crew members of an advanced light helicopter (ALH-Dhruv) of the Indian Coast Guard were killed when the chopper crashed and caught fire at Gujarat's Porbandar airport on Sunday.

Students Must Wear ID at All Times on Anna University Campus

ANNA University is prioritizing student safety as the new academic semester begins on Monday.

New Year's liquor and beer sales dampen Tasmac's spirits

The year 2025 has already dampened Tasmac's spirits as it recorded a decline in liquor sales on New Year's Day, compared to the previous year.

Shortage of Tamil workbook blow to Ennum Ezhuthum

A widespread shortage of Ennum Ezhuthum Tamil workbooks for the third term has left primary school teachers across the state frustrated and confused on how to proceed with lessons.

Village child safety panels inactive

Committees meant to tackle child abuse, marriages are stymied by lack of funds, awareness

Local bull owners, baiters decry random token system

WITH less than a week ahead for jallikattu season in Madurai, the district administration is set to begin online registration for bulls and baiters.

Achiever' award under LEADS category for TN

TAMIL Nadu has bagged the \"Achiever\" award in the coastal states category of the Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2024 ranking for the third time in a row, according to Industries Minister TRB Rajaa.

₹15 Cr Allocated To Conduct Annual Days In Govt Schools

The School Education Department has allocated ₹15 crore for conducting annual day functions at government schools across Tamil Nadu.

Don't share unverified info on Anna univ rape probe: DGP

POLICE on Saturday requested media houses, individuals, social media influencers and others to refrain from speculating on the progress of investigation by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) in the Anna University case, considering its serious and sensitive nature.

TN aims to generate 7.5K MW additional renewable power via 3 new policies

The state is aiming to add 7,500 Megawatt (MW) of renewable energy capacity in the financial year 2025-26, supported by new policies, plans from major corporate players, and exemption from interstate transmission charges.