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Childline workers' salaries increased after 1-year delay

AFTER a delay of a year, the Department of Child Welfare and Special Services has increased the salaries of child-line workers across the state.

Annamalai, Poyyamozhi spar over edu fund allocation

DENYING charges over allocation of funds for the education department, School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi dismissed the allegations that internet bills for district education offices have not been paid leading to suspension of connections.

Betrayal has been watchword of EPS's political career: Stalin

CM slams Edappadi for not flaying Shah's Ambedkar comment or centre for tungsten mining

Youth assaults 9-year-old SC boy for 'scribbling on car' in Tiruppur, held

DISTRICT police arrested a 25-year-old youth who attacked a 9-year-old SC boy for allegedly scribbling on the dust of his car near Avinashi.

One more MLA seeks no-confidence motion against Pondy speaker

POLITICAL tensions have risen in the UT after another Independent legislator initiated moves to oust Speaker R Selvam, citing objections to his style of functioning.

Chennai police uncover meth network, 2 held, 1.5kg seized

A day after the Madhavaram police arrested two men and recovered a huge cache of methamphetamine from them, the police unearthed the network through which the men sourced the drug and transported it to Chennai.

Frothing of Palar: Protest against tanneries discharging effluents

Around 120 tanneries in Valliyampattu are directly discharging effluents into the river, particularly on Sundays at midnight, says activist

Two die after bike crashes into median in Chennai

Two software engineers died after the bike they were riding on crashed into a median on Sunday near Pallikaranai.

Three arrested for attempted murder

THREE men were arrested and charged with attempted murder for allegedly assaulting two men at Royapuram on Friday.

Hopes return but nightmare of Dec 26 remains

Can one really get over loss of loved ones & cherished homes? Thousands of families continue struggle to find answer

Former inmates of children's home reunite ahead of anniv

In a heartwarming reunion ahead of the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, former inmates of the Annai Sathya Government Children's Home gathered on Sunday to relive their shared memories and express gratitude to those who stood by them during the disaster.

Obstinate Guv delays V-C appointment: Teachers

THE Association of University Teachers (AUT) on Sunday expressed serious concerns over the inordinate delay and the \"unwarranted intervention\" of Governor R N Ravi, who is also the chancellor of state universities, in the appointment of vice-chancellors (V-C).

IMA to launch job portal on Friday

THE Indian Medical Association (IMA) has developed an online platform called 'Doctors Employment Exchange', in an effort to generate jobs for doctors in the private sector within the country and abroad.

Atrocities in the name of Dharma due to ignorance

DAYS after expressing concern over the resurgence of temple-mosque disputes threatening to disrupt communal harmony, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said that all acts of persecution and atrocities committed in the name of Dharma (religion) were due to lack of true comprehension of Dharma.

2-year 'probation' for new drivers in Kerala soon

STARTING next year, it won't be all smooth sailing for those receiving their driver's licence in Kerala.

India, Kuwait now strategic partners

Key defence pact signed; Modi holds extensive talks with the Emir, invites him to visit India

I Know How to Play Real Characters

Jennifer Lopez speaks to Katie Ellis on how Unstoppable made her realise that she can overcome anything in life

Of Our Non-violent Ancestors

Pattanaik provides a comprehensive insight into the mysterious world of the Harappan civilisation

The Corrosive Power of Pride

Pride fosters a sense of superiority that harms relationships, distorts the mind, and impedes personal and spiritual growth

Market on the Sands

The Rathgama Wella Fish Market

Market on the Sands

The Rathgama Wella Fish Market

Stop Inane and Diversionary Debates, and Focus on What Really Matters

Acute Angle

Stepping Across the Worry Lines

The Raghu Dixit Project launches a new album Shakkar as a vernacular statement about India and diversity

Every Woman's Brushstrokes

A beautiful blue and pink-hued sky surrounded by lush greenery. Within this is a tree with specks of orange and yellow, besides which is a bed where a woman is sleeping her flowing tresses falling into the foliage.

Untangled Threads He Weaves

An embroiderer who grew up poor is a celebrity in demand with collectors and artists

Untangled Threads He Weaves

An embroiderer who grew up poor is a celebrity in demand with collectors and artists

2032 Olympics: Pause & Effect

Since the time it was announced as host city for 2032 Olympics, the road so far has been far from ideal for Brisbane and Queensland. Uncertainty over venues and spiralling costs have led to some confusion. With the 100-day review nearing completion, Gomesh S finds out how the city is gearing up for 2032 Summer Games...

Nat'l badminton meet: Anmol, Aaakarshi in Rd 4

Rising shuttler Anmol Kharb had a relatively relaxing day out as she reached the women's singles fourth round of the ongoing Senior National Badminton Championships at Bengaluru while top seed Aakarshi Kashyap survived an early scare to enter the same stage.

Mastering art of leaving in practice

ET sessions sometimes work as a giant book of revelation. The sessions can reveal what's been discussed inside the dressing room. What is on a batter's mind; or what line a bowler would be looking at or what length he would prefer. On Saturday in Melbourne, India batters were trying to plug a hole that led to their demise more often than not. They were focused on leaving the ball alone outside off stump.

Suruchi shoots 4th gold in Nat'ls

TEENAGED Haryana shooter Suruchi continued to dominate the 67th National Shooting Championship for pistol events by winning her fourth gold in two days here on Saturday.