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Stalin begins letter series in Murasoli on TN's history of anti-Hindi struggle

WITH the alleged imposition of Hindi once again taking centre stage in Tamil Nadu's political discourse, triggered by the recent remarks of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Chief Minister and DMK president M K Stalin on Tuesday commenced a series of letters in the party organ Murasoli.

Bengaluru FC qualify for play-offs

BENGALURU FC secured qualification to the play-offs and ended Chennaiyin FC's race for the top six after a 1-0 win in their Indian Super League match here on Tuesday.

Bowlers, Jonassen power Delhi to win over Gujarat

A STELLAR bowling performance from the pacers followed up by Jess Jonassen's half-century took Delhi Capitals to the top of the table in the Women's Premier League fixture against Gujarat Giants at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Govt may introduce sops for solar manufacturing

THE government is planning to introduce an incentive for domestic manufacturing in the solar industry.

HOW TO FRAME EVERYDAY ETHICS FOR THE NEW ERA

Old moral codes are inadequate for dealing with new dilemmas like trading with Trump, rebuilding Gaza, engaging farmers and developing Andaman. We need fresh codes for the common man

Sebi Plans to Hike New Position Limits for Derivatives

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has proposed key reforms in the futures and options (F&O) segment to curb market volatility and enhance risk management by suggesting the introduction of real-time monitoring of open interest and increasing the exposure limits for index derivatives.

Russia touts mineral trade deal with US

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that it sees a vast potential for cooperation with the United States on developing Russia's large reserves of strategically important rare and rare earth minerals.

Allocate sufficient funds to replace dam shutters: Ryots

FARMERS have urged the government to allocate sufficient funds in the upcoming 2025-26 budget for the repair or replacement of shutters in ageing reservoirs, including Mettur, Bhavanisagar and Poondi.

Don't trigger Tamil people: TN Cong prez

TNCC president Selvaperunthagai said the union government should not implement any policy decisions that would reduce representation for Tamil Nadu in Parliament.

Vidarbha favourites in Ranji final against Kerala

FORMER winners Vidarbha will rely on their red-hot form to stake claim for a title that they last won over five years ago, while first-time finalists Kerala will be driven by grit when the two contrasting teams clash in the summit showdown for the 90th Ranji Trophy, starting here on Wednesday.

Homage to martyred marks PM foreign trips

SINCE assuming office in 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a precedent in paying tribute to Indian soldiers who laid down their lives during the World War I and II, particularly those who died on foreign soil.

UltraTech Cement to foray into cable, wire business

Co to set up cables, wires plant near Bharuch, Gujarat

Kejri didn't want you to know: ₹2K cr loss

CAG finds revenue drain after excise policy revamp

AIADMK MLA, wife booked in DA case

The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC), Coimbatore, has registered a case against Coimbatore North MLA Amman K Arjunan, from AIADMK, and his wife A Vijayalakshmi for acquiring assets disproportionate to their known sources of income.

Former CJI appears before JPC, calls for caution in holding ONOE

AT the third meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the 'One Nation One Election (ONOE)' Bill, former Chief Justice of India U U Lalit made several suggestions, including rolling out simultaneous polls in a phased manner, said sources.

Ex-Cong leader Sajjan Kumar gets life term in 1984 riots case

A Delhi court on Tuesday sentenced former Congress leader Sajjan Kumar to life imprisonment for orchestrating the killings of a father-son duo during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.

Kuldeep To The Fore

After a long lay-off, spinner back at his best on slowish Dubai surfaces

No more talks with Israel till hostages freed: Hamas

Terms delay in releasing 600 Palestinian prisoners serious violation

THE TANGLED POLITICS OF 2 PEOPLES WITH 1 TONGUE

OR over 50 years, West Bengal and its political parties have joined Bangladesh in paying homage to the 1952 martyrs of the Bhasha Andolan (language movement) on Ekushey or 21st February.

Chennai Port Handles 2L tn Cargo Each in 4 Days, Sets Record

CHENNAI Port surpassed a single-day cargo handling benchmark of two lakh tonnes for four consecutive days, highlighting the port's efficiency, robust infrastructure, and operational capabilities.

State Info Panel Taking 2-3 Years to Give Ruling in 50% of RTI Cases

NGO says huge delay in hearing second appeals, asks govt to hire 2 more info commissioners

Multi-level car parking facility to come up on KG Theatre Road

THE Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation (CCMC) plans to convert the traffic island near KG theatre junction into a multi-level car parking (MLCP) facility at ₹9.5 crore to decongest Race Course Road and Government Arts College Road.

Chaos continues in Indian boxing amidst ad-hoc panel meet

THE Boxing Federation of India mess is getting messier. After the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) formed a five-member ad-hoc committee for not holding elections on time, the BFI is contemplating taking legal action.

Gold prices continue to rise on US tariff worries

GOLD prices continue to rise on Tuesday after hitting record high on Monday amid global uncertainty.

A Fresh Search for Doomed Malaysia Airlines Flight

A fresh search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 has been launched more than a decade after the plane went missing in one of aviation's greatest enduring mysteries.

CBI Conducts Raids in Multiple Cities in ₹600 Cr Crypto Scam

THE Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been conducting extensive raids at over 60 locations linked to key accused individuals, their associates and entities suspected of laundering the proceeds of crime across the country as part of its investigation into the GainBitcoin cryptocurrency scam case, officials said on Tuesday.

Tata Capital board okays IPO plan, may raise ₹15k cr

Tata Sons is the largest shareholder in Tata Capital with 92.83% stake

Do all TN schools have students sexual panel, asks HC, seeks report from govt

THE Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Tuesday directed the state government to file a status report on whether Student Safeguarding Advisory Committees have been constituted in all government schools in the state.

US sanctions 4 Indian companies involved in Iranian crude oil trade

THE US has sanctioned more than 30 companies, vessels, and individuals worldwide, including four Indian companies for their alleged involvement in the trade and transportation of Iranian crude oil and petroleum products.

CM Calls All-Party Meet on Delimitation Threat

TERMING the impending delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies in 2026 as a major threat to Tamil Nadu as it is expected to reduce the state's representation in the Lok Sabha, Chief Minister MK Stalin on Tuesday called for an all-party meeting on March 5 to chalk out strategies to safeguard the state's interests.