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Ramayana at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas from Jan 8

THE Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention, the largest annual gathering of the Indian diaspora, will be held in Bhubaneswar from January 8 to 10.

Pleas seeking vacating of stay on filing suits under Places of Worship Act

A fresh batch of petitions has been filed before the Supreme Court, seeking the vacation of its earlier order that stayed the filing of new suits against places of worship and the conducting of surveys in pending mandir-masjid cases.

IAF combat capability faces resource shortage and delay in modernisation

AMID the fast-changing geo-strategic scenario, the combat capability of the Indian Air Force (IAF) is turning into a tale of woes; not only is there a shortage of fighter pilots, the training of these pilots, even when inducted, is plagued with shortage of resources.

Lanka Prez treads a geopolitical tightrope

China has invested heavily in Sri Lanka, and India has, too, and the competing interests need careful management. A single wrong move may prove costly for the new administration

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.

2,553 Doctor Vacancies in TN Will Be Filled Soon

The state government is in the process of recruiting 2,553 doctors through the Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB), and the vacancies will be filled soon, Health Minister Ma Subramanian said on Sunday.

106 SHGs ink ₹11 crore-worth MoUs with traders

IN a boost to rural entrepreneurship, 106 self-help groups (SHG) from Tiruchy signed 106 MoUs with traders to supply agricultural produce worth ₹10.78 crore.

Ex-min's brother booked under Pocso Act in T'gana

CMR college students say hostel staff secretly filmed them in bathrooms

Villagers stage stir at min's office against merger move

RESIDENTS of Adhavathur, Kumara Vayalur and surrounding villages near Vayalur staged a protest on Sunday opposing the proposed merger of their villages with the Tiruchy corporation.

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.

Corporation Approaches Councillors To Identify Plots Where Storm Water Pools

THE Tiruchy city corporation should come up with stern measures against owners of poorly maintained vacant plots where pooling of stormwater is a recurring issue every monsoon, demanded residents.

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.

Coconut prices double in past few months, reach all-time high

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 two-fold 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

TNSTC driver unloading sand from truck dies

A TNSTC bus driver died from electrocution while unloading sand from a tipper truck he drove during his weekly day off on Saturday, sources said.

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.

Man returns home weeks after his 'funeral'

A mix of emotions played up in Maruthur of the district during resident P Selvaraj's homecoming on Saturday as the 59-year-old man, who was reported missing, was \"identified\" dead and \"cremated\" only a few weeks ago.

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.

Getting to Do Spy Stuff is Fun

Keira Knightley speaks to Sally James on playing a secret agent in her latest spy thriller, Black Doves

A Guilty, Albeit Predictable, Pleasure

In sequels to 'happily ever after' romantic films, the narrative often tests the strength of the lead couple's bond by introducing obstacles—be it physical distance or a potential rival sparking jealousy.

Sax and the City

The best hop, skip and jump spots for aficionados of jazz in its birthplace where the music never stops and feet never stop tapping