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Centre set to map land along national highways to pave way for projects

THE ministry of road transport and highways will begin a comprehensive exercise to identify unutilised land parcels within and outside the right of way (RoW) along the national highways, officials said.

Track 2 Can Make Way Where Track 1 Can't

Some analysts are saying Pakistan has re-entered Bangladesh for instigating action against India. The truth is they never fully left. India's quiet diplomacy is also not without action

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Budget Blueprint: Making MSMEs a Growth Engine

The transformation of India's micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) represents perhaps the most significant opportunity for achieving inclusive growth in this decade.

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K'taka govt trying to protect real culprits: BJP

Opposition BJP leaders have accused the state government of trying to protect the real perpetrators of violence against cows in the Cottonpet area of Bengaluru, by arresting a mentally-unstable person as an accused.

Kerala LoP Accepts Former MLA's Apology on Graft Charges

In a significant political development, Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan has accepted former Nilambur MLA P V Anvar's apology over the corruption allegations he had raised against the former in the assembly.

HC dismisses Jaya's kin's plea claiming right over valuables

THE Karnataka High Court on Monday dismissed an appeal filed by legal heirs of former Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalithaa, J Deepak and J Deepa—claiming right over the confiscated valuables and properties seized in connection with the disproportionate assets case against her.

Anvar resigns as MLA, not fighting Nilambur bypoll

The two-time independent MLA represented the assembly segment for last 8 and half yrs

Surjewala Hints at Cabinet Reshuffle in K'taka

IN an apparent attempt to mitigate the leadership crisis in the ruling Congress, AICC general secretary and Karnataka in-charge Randeep Singh Surjewala on Monday warned ministers of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's camp who had criticised the party high command.

Chinna Mottur residents petition against construction of tar plant

AROUND 30 residents of Chinna Mottur village on Monday petitioned the district environmental engineer at the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) in Vaniyambadi opposing the construction of a tar plant in their area.

TTD chairman condemns rumours of rift between board and officials

TIRUMALA Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Board Chairman BR Naidu condemned the rumors circulating on social media about a supposed rift between him and Executive Officer (EO) J Syamala Rao.

People Talking About Social Justice Should Follow Vallalar: Guv

Says violence against Dalits has increased and caste-related atrocities continue in TN

3,000 Cops, Fire Personnel Selected for Pongal Medals

OVER 3,000 police personnel (men and women) have been selected for the Chief Minister's Constabulary Medals and 120 Fire and Rescue Services Personnel will receive the CM's medals.

Advise ministry to release ₹1K cr MGNREGS dues: CM to PM

CM MK Stalin on Monday urged PM Narendra Modi to advise the Union Ministry of Rural Development (UMRD) to immediately release outstanding dues amounting to ₹1,056 crore so that the pending wages under MGNREGS could be disbursed.

Stalin Flags Off Test Drive of Electric SUVs

CHIEF Minister MK Stalin, on Monday, flagged off Mahindra XEV 9E and BE 6 electric vehicles as part of their test drive launch, according to Industries Minister TRB Rajaa.

Traditional Artforms Get a Rebirth as Chennai Sangamam Kicks Off

Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday inaugurated the annual Chennai Sangamam Namma Ooru Thiruvizha in Chennai.

Sahitya Akademi winners given house-allotment orders

Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday handed over orders for allotment of houses in the multistorey apartments of the Tamil Nadu Housing Board to 10 winners of the Sahitya Akademi award for translation.

Cop Among 4 Killed as Cars Collide on Nat'l Highway

FOUR persons, including a head constable of police, were killed and three others sustained injuries after two cars collided head-on near Puducherry-Villupuram border near an overhead bridge in Madagadipet late on Sunday night.

Raj Bhavan to Give Awards for Social Service, Eco Protection

The Raj Bhavan on Monday announced awards in the 'social service' and 'environmental protection' categories.

Guv, CM extend Pongal greetings

Kolam against mining

Nine Kumari Fishers Among 15 Detained by British Navy

FIFTEEN Indian fishermen, including nine from Kanniyakumari district, were detained along with their mechanised boat in Diego Garcia, part of the British Indian Ocean Territory, for allegedly breaching the maritime boundary.

Of Drains, Diversions and Deluges Amid Urban Chaos

Keeping Head Above Water

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Nation's Largest Livestock Research Institute in Salem Becomes Operational

THE country's largest livestock research institute—Advanced Institute of Integrated Research in Livestock and Animal Sciences (AIIRLAS)—in Thalavasal, Salem, commenced operations on Monday.

Claim to 'tame': Avaniyapuram all set for jallikattu

WITH Avaniyapuram all set to host the first jallikattu event of the season on January 14, it is all 'bulls' and whistles in Madurai city, with bull tamers, owners and officials on their toes to wrap up all preparatory works.

₹ sinks to lowest level in 2 years

INFLATION EASES TO 5.22% IN DECEMBER

Flowing Waters and Faith: 1.5 Cr Take Holy Dip

Early in the morning at the Kumbh, Vedic chants and Ram bhajans can be heard from every direction, as the faithful, towels on shoulders, make their way to the banks of the Ganga for a holy dip.

Homecoming For Pongal Traditions As Extended Holidays Add More Colours

This year's festival is extra special as people get ample time to celebrate with families in their hometown

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Will Keep Promise on J&K Statehood: Modi

Omar heaps praise on PM, thanks him for fair polls

Sabalenka, Zverev ace tests on opening day

ARYNA Sabalenka powered past Sloane Stephens to begin her quest for a third consecutive Australian Open crown on Sunday with Alexander Zverev and Zheng Qinwen also winning as storms caused havoc on day one of the Grand Slam.

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Ongoing HIL to act as selection trials

THE ongoing Hockey India League (HIL) will also act as selection trials for both the men's and women's teams ahead of the next edition of the Pro League, scheduled to begin in Odisha in February.