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Karnataka to launch govt-owned OTT platform similar to Kerala

IN line with the Kerala government-owned over-the-top (OTT) platform—‘C-space’—the Karnataka government’s Sree Kanteerava Studios Limited is gearing up to launch its own OTT service.

KL Cong chief refuses to step down from post

K Sudhakar rejects AICC's demand despite the high command conveying that section of leaders wants his exit

Water supply from Siruvani reduced as rain subsides

WITH no rainfall in the water catchment areas of Siruvani Dam in Kerala, the amount of water supplied to Coimbatore from the reservoir has reduced by 83 MLD a day.

IMBL violation: Sri Lankan Navy arrests 8 Ramnad fishermen, seizes two boats

THE Sri Lankan Navy seized two Indian boats and arrested eight fishermen hailing from Mandapam for alleged violation of IMBL near Neduntheevu in the wee hours of Sunday.

18 lakh devotees visited Sabarimala temple so far

THE annual pilgrimage season at Sabarimala is seeing a significant surge, with nearly 18 lakh devotees visiting the hill shrine by Sunday.

Don't make PG teachers oversee Ennum Ezhuthum

PG teachers in government schools have opposed their appointment as field investigators for the assessment of 'Ennum Ezhuthum' scheme saying that they are already burdened with non-academic work.

Tell officials to follow rules while ordering eviction: Court

IRKED by the non-adherence of rules by revenue officials while passing eviction orders under the Tamil Nadu Land Encroachment Act, 1905, which leads to the filing of unnecessary litigations, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court recently directed the revenue secretary to give suitable instructions to officers to prevent recurrence of the issue and conserve the court's time.

Central team inspects cyclone-affected areas in Pondy, Cuddalore

A multi-disciplinary team led by Rajesh Gupta, Joint Secretary of Disaster Management, Ministry of Home Affairs, on Sunday inspected the damage caused by Cyclone Fengal in Cuddalore district.

Special camp conducted to provide benefits to former workers of Manjolai tea estate

A special camp was organised in Manjolai hills to extend rehabilitation benefits to former tea estate workers on Saturday, in the wake of an order of the Madras High Court.

VCK panel discusses action to be taken against Arjuna

WITH VCK deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna's remarks kicking up a political storm, party president Thol Thirumavalavan said the party's high-level committee had discussed the issue and its decision would be revealed soon.

Expert committee inspects T'malai to assess safety for Maha Deepam trek

IN the wake of the landslide triggered by Cyclone Fengal which killed seven persons last week, collector D Baskara Pandian, along with an eight-member expert committee constituted by the state government, inspected the hills on Sunday.

State to move resolution in House to cancel tungsten mining licence

Resolution to be adopted today, may condemn centre as licence was given without state nod

CM Stalin to inaugurate renovated Vaikom Periyar memorial on Dec 12

CHIEF Minister MK Stalin will be inaugurating the renovated memorial cum library for social reformer Periyar EV Ramasamy in Vaikom, Kerala, to mark the centenary of the Vaikom struggle, in the presence of his Kerala counterpart Pinarayi Vijayan on December 12.

Waste dumping by Coimbatore corpn polluting pond in Perur

PERUR Pond, located near Puttuvikki Road and known as one of the cleanest waterbodies in the district, is under threat as garbage collectors from surrounding areas have been disposing off waste into the pond and on its banks.

Vijay criticising DMK because he is afraid: Minister

TAMIZHAGA Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) President Vijay is afraid of DMK, said TN Housing and Urban Development Minister S Muthusamy in Erode on Sunday.

School building dilapidated, classes held in anganwadi

RESIDENTS of Arulanantham village have requested the education department officials to provide a safer Panchayat Union Primary School (PUPS) as the current PUPS is in a dilapidated condition and the children have been taking shelter in a nearby anganwadi centre as well as a temple.

Therukoothu icon Kalavai Kumarasamy's family asks state govt to build memorial

NEARLY 150 years later, the streets of Chenna Samuthiram village in Kalavai, from time to time, are still pulsating with the legacy and the words of celebrated \"therukoothu\" (street play) writer Kalavai Kumarasamy Thambirar.

TN may adopt PPP model to run dialysis units

NHM panel for developing roadmap will submit report on Dec 25, likely to pursue T'gana's hub-and-spoke model

Guest lecturers to move apex court against DCE for refusal of salary hike

CHALLENGING the state's decision to not hike the monthly salary of guest lecturers from ₹25,000 to ₹50,000, Tamil Nadu All Government UGC-qualified Guest Lecturers Association has decided to move the Supreme Court in this regard soon.

Low-pressure over the Bay to deepen, bring heavy rain to coastal, delta dists

THE Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) on Sunday said the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is expected to move west-northwestwards and intensify within the next 24 hours.

India to soon have comprehensive anti-drone unit, says Amit Shah

UNION home minister Amit Shah said on Sunday that India will soon have a comprehensive anti-drone unit to deal with the ever-increasing menace of unmanned aerial vehicles being used by Pakistan-based elements to drop weapons and drugs along the western frontiers.

'I Have Never Wanted Anything More'

Ariana Grande speaks to Katie Ellis about landing her dream role of Glinda in Wicked, taking voice and acting lessons, and developing a special bond with co-star Cynthia Erivo

Relief of Finding One in Duality

Indian designer Vikram Goyal joins hands with English design house de Gournay to create an exquisite collection of three gilded wallpapers celebrating Indian faith

Relief of Finding One in Duality

Indian designer Vikram Goyal joins hands with English design house de Gournay to create an exquisite collection of three gilded wallpapers celebrating Indian faith

Dare to be Dapper

From stylish formals to cool casuals, the winter guide for men to get the occasion vibe right on point

March of the Maxi Clutch

The jumbo size clutch from the '90s is having its moment in the sun

A Lot can Happen Over Coffee

Blending artistry, culture, and connection, a new wave of DIY art cafes is connecting communities across India

A Bohemian Rhapsody

The region in Czech Republic has long captivated painters, writers, artists and dreamers with its surrealism

Train Smarter, Not Harder

This trending workout is a testament to the evolving art of fitness

Keeping Hope Afloat

As instances of death by drowning rise, down in Kerala, Saji Valassery and CV Janaki Amma teach people swimming for free