The New Indian Express Tirunelveli - January 07, 2025
The New Indian Express Tirunelveli - January 07, 2025
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January 07, 2025
Big Maoist strike in 20 mths, 8 jawans killed
EIGHT District Reserve Guard (DRG) personnel and a civilian driver were killed in a powerful blast triggered by the outlawed CPI (Maoist) in strife-torn Bijapur district, about 400 km south of Raipur.
1 min
5 HMPV cases: Much ado about nothing
INDIA reported five cases of the globally circulating human metapneumovirus (HMPV), which is seeing an outbreak in China, causing worldwide panic as it comes five years after the Covid-19 pandemic.
1 min
Trudeau, Just-Out of Office
JUSTIN Trudeau on Monday announced his resignation as both the Prime Minister of Canada and the leader of the Liberal Party, putting an end to days of speculation amid rising discontent with his leadership.
1 min
Kerala CPI raises a toast to comrades
IN a pragmatic decision to adapt to changing times, the Kerala unit of the Communist Party of India (CPI) has freed its cadres from the age-old taboo over consumption of alcohol.
1 min
Sullivan Powers Nuclear Deal on His Farewell Visit
THE US is in the final stage of removing all hurdles that kept the civil nuclear deal between the two countries a non-starter, outgoing US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said here on Monday.
1 min
Discharge of Duraimurugan & family from DA case: Judge reserves order
THE Madras High Court has reserved the orders on the revision petitions filed by the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) against the trial court order, discharging DMK general secretary and Tamil Nadu Minister for Water Resources Development Duraimurugan and his family members, from the disproportionate assets case.
1 min
HC Bins Detention of 18 Accused in Hooch Tragedy Under Goondas Act
Cites long incarceration, documents in unfamiliar language as reasons
1 min
Planned Crime, Lack of Remorse Got Sathya Killer Death
Though D Sathish (now 33) murdered M Sathya (20) by pushing her in front of an EMU train at St Thomas Mount station in Chennai on October 13, 2022, he had planned it in advance and even tried to execute it on each of the three days prior to the incident, failing as either she did not come to the station or there was too much of a crowd.
2 mins
Court Transfers Probe Against Ex-Minister in Job Scam to CBI
THE probe into the alleged job scam case registered by the Virudhunagar district police against former minister K T Rajenthra Bhalaji of AIADMK has been transferred to the CBI by the Madras High Court.
1 min
HMPV: No reason for panic, says TN advisory
FOLLOWING the panic over spread of infections caused by Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), the Tamil Nadu government, while confirming two reported cases in the state, said that HMPV is not a new virus and that the infections are \"self-limiting\" and can be resolved with symptomatic care, which included hydration and rest.
1 min
Mapilayoorani locals decry scanty water supply
Forced to spend over ₹36,000 per year to purchase potable water, rely on private tankers & water sellers: Residents
2 mins
Tenkasi's new SP Aravind takes charge
S Aravind took charge as the sixth Superintendent of Police (SP) of Tenkasi district at the district police office (DPO) here on Monday.
1 min
Rid portrait showing Tiruvalluvar as religious leader
VCK cadres urged the district administration to remove a marble portrait of Tiruvalluvar, portraying him as a religious leader, on the wall of Mandaikadu government school and submitted a petition during the grievance redressal meeting at the district collectorate in Nagercoil on Monday.
1 min
Windmill Blade Export: VOC Port Records 40% Rise
The VO Chidambaranar (VOC) Port achieved a 40% growth on export of windmill blades till December 2024, this financial year.
1 min
Final poll roll: State has 6.36 cr voters as on Jan 1
The integrated final electoral roll for the Special Summary Revision of 2025, with January 1 as the qualifying date, was released on Monday by Chief Electoral Officer Archana Patnaik.
1 min
House, Tamils have highest regard for nat'l anthem: Duraimurugan
Violating Constitution and conventions of the Assembly have become a routine for Governor Ravi, charges Stalin
1 min
Guv address: Jobs for women up due to govt's action to ensure safety
THE address prepared by the state government, which Governor RN Ravi did not deliver in the Assembly on Monday, said the government's dedication to safety and security have significantly contributed to increased employment opportunities for women.
1 min
14K Govt Buses to be Operated for Pongal
TRANSPORT Minister S S Sivasankar on Monday announced that a total of 14,104 government buses will be operated to various parts from Chennai between January 10 and 13 during Pongal festival.
1 min
Oppn says govt forced guv to leave; DMK allies want centre to recall Ravi
FOLLOWING the drama witnessed in the Assembly on Monday, with Governor RN Ravi walking out without delivering his customary address, the Opposition parties blamed the state for forcing the governor to do so.
2 mins
Court Allows Minister's Plea Seeking Passport
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Monday allowed a petition filed by Minister for Higher Education Govi Chezhiaan seeking to direct the Tiruchy passport authorities to issue a passport to him.
1 min
Reminders to recite anthem sent well in advance, but ignored, says Raj Bhavan
GOVERNOR RN Ravi, who has been at loggerheads with the DMK government ever since he assumed office in 2021, clashed with the government on Monday over the old issue of non-recital of national anthem at the beginning of his customary address of the Assembly.
1 min
Odisha BJP leaders' death clear case of murder: Cops
In a sensational development, the Sambalpur police have revealed that the death of two BJP leaders in a road mishap near Katapali overbridge was not accidental but intentional, making it a clear case of murder.
1 min
Ex-ADM's death: HC turns down request for CBI probe
Court directs Kerala police to investigate possibility of homicide
1 min
Kalakkad farmers seek relief as banana crops ravaged by rain, wildlife
TAMIL Nadu Farmers' Association state vice-president Perumpadaiyar, accompanied by farmers and CPI functionaries, highlighted the extensive damage to banana plantations in Kalakkad and nearby areas due to heavy rains and strong winds on December 31.
1 min
Three scribes held for extortion attempt on farmer in Erode
The district police arrested three reporters—Ashraf Ali, Venkatesh, and Manikandan—who threatened a farmer for money in Nambiyur on Sunday.
1 min
Relay rain-damaged roads to Veeranayakkanthattu hamlet
The residents of Veeranayakkanthattu urged the district administration to relay the roads that got washed away during the recent heavy rains, at the weekly grievance redressal meeting chaired by District Collector K Elambahavath here on Monday.
1 min
CLEAR THE DELUSION OF DEVELOPMENT
N developing countries like India, Pakistan, or the ones in Africa, new ideas tend to meet with greater resistance than in developed nations.
3 mins
Other Ways To Opt Out Of Constant Election Mode
As India is becoming an election-only democracy, holding elections once every five years would reduce the voter's participation. There should be other alternatives on the table too
4 mins
PM hails rlys infra, services, says bullet train not far away
Amid growing demands for high-speed trains, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday assured the nation that the day India gets its first bullet train is not far off.
1 min
Waves Already Making Waves Across Genres
Within a month of its launch, the OTT has recorded 1 mn downloads, says Prasar Bharati CEO Gaurav Dwivedi
3 mins
From panchayat to Parliament, Birla urges women to use AI for innovation
LOK Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday urged women representatives from Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRI) to embrace Artificial Intelligence and innovation in order to make their areas more people-oriented.
1 min
Rename India Gate to Bharat Mata Gate: BJP minority morcha to PM
BJP's minority morcha president Jamal Siddiqui on Monday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to rename the historic India Gate as 'Bharat Mata Dwar' to foster nationalism and promote Indian culture.
1 min
Nurse's death sentence not ratified by Yemen president
INDIA on Monday \"unequivocally\" condemned the Pakistani attack on civilians in Afghanistan, describing it as Islamabad's \"old practice\" of blaming its neighbours for its internal failures.
2 mins
UGC norms lift cap on contract teacher hiring
THE University Grants Commission (UGC) on Monday released draft guidelines for recruiting Vice Chancellors at universities.
1 min
HC gives 6 wks to act on Union Carbide unit waste
On Dec 3, court ordered shifting of toxic waste to Pithampur in 4 wks
2 mins
Come to Sangam for Russia-Ukraine peace deal
A solution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict may not have been found on the battlefield, but some hope a solution may present itself at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati at the serene Sangam in Prayagraj during the Mahakumbh.
1 min
14 Arrested for Hacking Server, Leaking Online Exam Papers in Jaipur
RAJASTHAN is facing yet another controversy involving a paper leak, as the Jaipur police has arrested 14 people involved in the leakage of an online examination conducted by the National Seeds Corporation.
1 min
Tiger scare: Assam children escorted to school & back by armed personnel
IN a VIP treatment, a group of 18 children on Monday were escorted to their school and brought back home by forest guards wielding the gun in Assam.
1 min
Several feared stuck in flooded Assam coal mine
SEVERAL people were feared trapped inside a coal mine in the Umrangso area of Assam's Dima Hasao hill district on Monday, after a sudden gush of water flooded the site.
1 min
Paper Leak: 'Fasting' PK arrested, granted unconditional bail shortly
IN a dramatic turn of events, Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor was arrested early Monday for illegally staging a fast-unto-death protest at Gandhi Maidan in Patna.
1 min
Uproar over Ajit minister's 'role' in Beed murder
MAHARASHTRA deputy CM Ajit Pawar on Monday held a crucial meeting with his party colleague and minister Dhananjay Munde as pressure mounted on him to sack the latter over his alleged links with Walmik Karad, the Massajog Sarpanch murder mastermind.
1 min
Train link in J&K to be extended to border dists: Sinha
AHEAD of direct train connectivity between Kashmir and Delhi, the train service in J&K will be further extended to border town of Uri and Kupwara in north Kashmir and border districts of Poonch and Rajouri in Jammu region.
1 min
Korean investigators seek extension of warrant as they fail to detain Yoon
IMPEACHED South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol evaded arrest after a Monday deadline passed, but anti-graft investigators were likely to be granted more time to enforce the warrant.
1 min
Biden Block on Oil, Gas Drilling in US Water to Deter Don
Trump Pushes Back, Says Presidential Order Will Be Reversed After Inauguration on Jan 20
1 min
Far right in Austria to form govt first time since WW2
THE leader of Austria's Freedom Party received a mandate on Monday to try to form a new government, which would be the first headed by the far right since World War II if he succeeds.
1 min
B'desh tribunal issues second arrest warrant against Hasina, 11 others
BANGLADESH's International Criminal Tribunal (ICT) on Monday issued arrest warrants against deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina and 11 others, including former military generals and an ex-police chief, for their alleged role in incidents of enforced disappearances.
1 min
Pope Francis names first woman to head Vatican office
POPE Francis on Monday named the first woman to head a major Vatican office, appointing an Italian nun, Sister Simona Brambilla, to become prefect of the department responsible for all the Catholic Church's religious orders.
1 min
Ready to free 34 hostages, says Hamas
A Hamas official said on Sunday the group was ready to free 34 hostages in the \"first phase\" of a potential deal with Israel, after Israel said indirect talks on a truce and hostage release agreement had resumed in Qatar.
1 min
Govt Launches Updated ₹4k Cr PLI Scheme for Steel Sector
The government on Monday launched a new round of steel production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, with a total outlay of ₹4,400 crore.
1 min
HMPV virus fears drag mkt down
Sensex ended 1.6% lower at 77,965, while Nifty declined 1.6% to settle at 23,616
2 mins
Rupee hits new low of 85.83 on strong dollar
THE rupee continued to its southward-ho for the fourth month, losing 4 paise to close at a new low of 85.83 on Monday, weighed in the blood bath on the equity markets amid persisting bearish tilt.
1 min
Govt must shift capex focus to social sectors
As pre-budget consultations got over on Monday, industry representatives and analysts want the government to continue its thrust on capital expenditure (capex), albeit with a shift in sectoral focus.
1 min
Budget Should Address Ailing Affordable Housing Market: Realty Sector
The real estate sector is seeking big reforms from the upcoming Union budget for FY26 (to be tabled on Feb 1, 2025) to revive sentiments amid a decline in transaction activity.
1 min
Telcos May Report 5-6.5% QoQ Rise in ARPU in Q3
TELECOM service providers are expected to report a 5-6.5% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in average revenue per user (ARPU) in their Q3FY25 results, according to a report by Centrum.
1 min
Venture capital-backed companies surpass $50 bn in public market cap
THE country's start-up ecosystem is increasingly becoming a driving force behind the country's economic progress, with VC-backed companies crossing $50 billion in public market capitalization, said Shekhar Kirani, Partner at Accel.
1 min
RBI adds 8 tn gold in Nov; reserves up 73 tn to 786 tn in '24
THE Reserve Bank continued its gold haul, adding 8 tonne to the strategic reserves in November, taking the annual additions in the 11 months to 73 tonne, with this the total reserves stood at 786 tonne.
1 min
RBI Consolidates Credit Information Reporting
CONSOLIDATING its directions on credit information reporting in a master circular, the Reserve Bank on Monday asked credit information companies (CICs) to alert customers when their credit information reports (CIRs) are accessed while making it mandatory on credit institutions (CIs) like banks and non-banks, to provide reasons for rejecting data correction requests from individuals.
1 min
Focus on TOPS list as new-look MOC set for 1st significant meet today
NEW Year, new dawn, so it seems for the sports ministry's Mission Olympic Cell that is expected to meet on Tuesday.
2 mins
Saweety 'even more motivated' after Arjuna honour
AWAY from the spotlight, boxer Saweety Boora, a 21-year-old then, had gone on to capture a silver medal in her very first World Championships at Jeju City in 2014.
2 mins
Finding Roots of Enigmatic Cummins
The Australian captain's on-field success and personality off of it are intertwined and it goes back to his upbringing
4 mins
Raising the bar pays off for hockey coach Sangwan
A SNUB can either break one down or spur the individual on to scale new heights. Unfortunately, a majority of people end up heartbroken. But a better future awaits those who manage to swallow the bitter pill. Haryana hockey coach Sandeep Sangwan falls under the second category.
2 mins
HIL: Soorma beat Delhi SG Pipers in penalty shootouts
SOORMA Hockey Club clinched a penalty shootout victory against the Delhi SG Pipers in the Hero Hockey India League 2024-25 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela on Monday.
1 min
Maiden ODI call-up for Bist against Ireland
AFTER nine white ball fixtures in less than a month, three against Australia in the away series and six against West Indies at home, India's regular captain Harmanpreet Kaur and pacer Renuka Singh Thakur have been rested for the three ODIs against Ireland.
1 min
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