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Renovated de-addiction centre opens at CMCH

Besides substance abuse and liquor addiction, the centre will provide treatment for screen addiction in children

The Contested Scramble For Peace In Ukraine

Though Trump and Putin are ready to discuss peace, Zelenskyy and European leaders have a stake in extending the war. Moscow seems open to BRICS playing a role in deciding Europe's future

Parandur Airport May Get In-Principle Nod Next Week

Civil aviation minister says special meeting in Delhi likely within few days

Pondy cops bust pan-India crypto currency gang that cheated investors of ₹3.4 crore, arrest two

THE Cyber Crime Police Station (CCPS), Puducherry, has cracked down on a massive pan-India fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme that has duped as many as 11 investors in Puducherry of approximately ₹3.4 crore and several other victims in other states.

Sebi asks AMCs to deploy NFO funds within 30 days

THE Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has cut short the fund deployment time for mutual funds to 30 days raised through new fund offers (NFOs) and has also relaxed regulations regarding the alignment of interests between asset management companies' (AMC) employees and unitholders.

'No question of imposing Hindi under NEP'

MENTIONING the National Education Policy 2020 having redefined \"our education landscape\", Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar on Thursday dismissed claims of the three-language policy under the NEP imposing Hindi, saying that there's no place for it.

Leopard crossing road in Gudalur hit by biker

A 45-year-old two-wheeler motorist suffered minor injuries after he allegedly hit a leopard and fell down on the Gudalur-Kozhikode NH at Marappalam near Gudalur on Thursday morning.

India looks to bolster trade, defence ties with EU as delegation arrives

Amid the changing dimensions of US-Europe ties, India is looking to strengthen its trade and investment partnership with the European Union (EU) while emphasizing on development of bilateral technologies and defence cooperation.

ISL: Win boosts Goa's chance of direct S/F berth

CARL McHugh scored the only goal of the match as FC Goa beat Punjab FC 1-0 in the Indian Super League in New Delhi on Thursday.

Ramnad fishers to start hunger strike from Fri

Condemning the frequent arrest of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy, fishermen from Rameswaram continued their indefinite strike for the fifth consecutive day on Thursday.

Beleaguered BFI gets World Boxing's support

EVEN as Boxing Federation of India (BFI president Ajay Singh) is taking legal action against Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) decision to form an ad hoc committee, the World Boxing (WB), without elaborating much at this moment, said that they stand by the federation.

How companies can stay ahead of modern cyber threats

NCE restricted only to large enterprises, now cyber attacks have become common on small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) too as attackers leverage automation, AI, and advanced evasion techniques to evade traditional defenses.

After SC go-ahead, Union Carbide waste disposal trial begins in MP

WITH the Supreme Court on Thursday refusing to interfere with the direction of the Madhya Pradesh High Court waste disposal from the Bhopal Gas Tragedy site, the process of conducting a three-phase trial run of the defunct Union Carbide plant's waste in Pithampur of western MP has begun.

CM Inaugurates 1,046 Flats, 464 Government Rental Houses

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday inaugurated 1,046 flats built by the Tamil Nadu Housing Board (TNHB) at a cost of ₹776.51 crore, along with 464 houses constructed under the Tamil Nadu Government Servants Rental Housing Scheme for ₹116.55 crore in different places via video conference from the secretariat.

Parents in favour of digital data protection rules

What The Draft Rules Envision Parents and guardians are empowered to ensure online safety for their children. Balance between innovation and regulation

State releases new policy for care of homeless people with mental illness

Proposes SOP for rescue ops, facilities to be provided in emergency care, rehab of inmates

Maha student in ICU after accident, MEA steps in for US visa to family

THE External Affairs Ministry (MEA) has raised an urgent request with the US for a visa for the family of student Neelam Shinde from Maharashtra who is fighting for her life after a road accident in California, sources said.

THE NEED TO GET AROUND OSTRACISM IN GOD'S NAME

HE fantastic success of the Kannada film Kantara, which literally means forest and is based on the bhoota of southern Karnataka, has brought greater global attention to Theyyams for its similarity.

India to be 3rd largest consumer market by 2026

THE country's private consumption has nearly doubled to $2.1 trillion in 2024 from $1 trillion in 2013, growing at 7.2% CAGR, faster than the US, China and Germany, according to a report.

Summons sparks row at Seeman's home

THE Greater Chennai Police on Thursday arrested one Amalraj, an ex-serviceman posted as security at Naam Tamilar Katchi leader Seeman's house in Neelankarai, on charges of attempt to murder after he resisted a team of police personnel at the house while possessing a licenced gun.

IPO-bound Ather expands testing facility in B'luru

ELECTRIC two-wheeler maker Ather Energy has expanded its R&D (research and development) and testing capabilities at its product testing and validation centre, called The Juggernaut in Bengaluru.

Stormy session likely as Waqf bill set to be tabled in House after Cabinet nod

WITH the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024 expected to be introduced in the second leg of the Budget Session on March 10, Parliament may witness fierce resistance from the Opposition parties determined to block the Bill.

Gold Card to Ease Hiring of Indians: Trump

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said American companies can now hire Indian graduates from US universities under the newly proposed 'gold card' citizenship initiative.

Ceasefire violations Pak's terror strategy for Valley

SECURITY experts have linked recent ceasefire violations by Pakistani troops along the LoC in Poonch and Rajouri to militancy incidents in Jammu region, terming it Pakistan's strategy to weaken India's security measures by prompting the Army to redeploy some of its forces from Kashmir to Jammu, thereby allowing militants to regain footholds in the Valley.

Erode Cop Tries to End Life on Coimbatore Road

A police constable attached to the Erode Armed Reserve police (AR) tried to die by suicide on Wednesday night.

Student Arts Competition Winners Given Medals

The school education department provided the awards and certificates to 1,154 students who won first three places in the district level Kalai Thiruvizha competition on Thursday.

Tablets back in demand, sales rise 43%

India shipped 5.73 million tablet units (including detachable and slate tablets) in 2024, marking a 42.8% year-over-year (YoY) increase, according to an IDC report.

Inquiry Held With Govt Teacher For Skipping Classes

AFTER several class XII students of the government school at Ondipudur lodged a complaint in the collectorate on Monday alleging that the Computer Science (CS) teacher was irregular to classes.

Saravanampatti Cops Search Student Accommodations

SARAVANAMPATTI police searched hostels, residences and lodges where college students stay to check for illegal activities and substance abuse.

Wipro Announces $200 Mn Investment in Venture Arm

WIPRO on Wednesday announced that it will be committing $200 million to its venture arm, Wipro Ventures, in its latest round of funding.