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Ending China standoff high point in '24 foreign policy, Bangla poses a challenge

IN a year marked by geopolitical tensions, India and China ended an over four-and-a-half-year border standoff and announced steps to reduce mistrust even as New Delhi faced fresh challenges after deposed Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina fled the country in the face of a mass movement against her rule.

Defence focus in '25: Integrated theatre commands, big-ticket procurements

THE country's defence is at the cusp of a major overhaul, with preparations going on to not only make major organisational changes but also tweak policy for procurement to scale up capabilities.

Leaving Baggage Behind in 2024

Happy New Year, dear readers. May 2025 bring our land and all of us abundant good fortune—health, wealth, and happiness by the bushel.

Urban Greenery: Answer To Curb Air Pollution

While air pollution is a problem year-round, it worsens during winter due to stagnant weather conditions that trap pollutants near the ground. We need to tackle its root cause

Man rebuked for harassing granddaughter, dies by suicide

A 56-year-old man died by suicide near Mathur allegedly after he sexually harassed his granddaughter.

Three killed, 35 injured as tourist bus falls into gorge in Odisha

THREE persons including a minor were killed and 35 suffered injuries after a tourist bus overturned and fell into a gorge near Sukunala within Boipariguda police limits in Koraput district on Sunday morning.

Fishermen rescue 100-kg sea turtle entangled in net

A group of fishermen from Chozhiangudi Langiyadi village in Ramanathapuram range rescued a sea turtle, weighing nearly 100 kg, which got entangled in a fishing net.

AP to roll out artificial reef project at 184 spots to restore biodiversity

IN a first-of-its-kind initiative in Andhra Pradesh, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) is set to deploy artificial reef units across 184 locations along the state's coast to restore marine biodiversity and improve livelihood of fishermen.

Tigress Zeenat tranquillised after 3-week search, relocated to Odisha

WILDLIFE officials successfully tranquillised a three-year-old tigress named Zeenat in West Bengal on Sunday, after a three-week search.

Anna University set to form group of 'women warriors'

FOLLOWING the sexual assault of a student on its Guindy campus last week, Anna University is set to form a group of 'women warriors' to help build confidence among students to approach deans, heads of departments and other faculty members to resolve their issues, be they related to sexual harassment or academics.

Congress MLA critically injured in 15-ft fall from stadium dais in Kerala

She suffered fractures in ribs, which led to bleeding in the lungs, says doctor

Delta farmers seek paddy procurement policy

Appeal to state government to convene a meeting as samba paddy harvest is expected to begin soon

Honour for Artists at Exhibition

The two-day art exhibition organised by the Regional Art and Cultural Centre concluded on Sunday at the Thanjavur Museum.

Armed Burglars Caught on CCTV

IN a chilling incident caught on CCTV, two masked men armed with a knife and crowbar broke into an unoccupied house in Manavadi near Velliyanai in Karur during the early hours of Sunday.

Thanjai collector adopts puppy, names it Coco

DISTRICT Collector and Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) chairperson B Priyanka Pankajam adopted an abandoned puppy at a pet adoption camp on Sunday, naming it 'Coco' after her beloved pet.

₹120-crore project to secure 5 villages from coastal erosion

THE Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Department has proposed a ₹120-crore project to combat coastal erosion and assist the fishers by providing a working environment in five villages of Mayiladuthurai district.

2,447 Turtle Hatchlings Seized at Tiruchy Airport

Sleuths from the Air Intelligence Unit of the customs on Sunday seized 2,447 live turtle hatchlings from the baggage of a passenger at Tiruchy International Airport.

Ekadasi fest: Security up in Srirangam

TO ensure the safety of devotees during the Vaikunta Ekadasi festival at Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam, the Tiruchy city police on Sunday established a dedicated outpost at Renga Vilas Mandapam.

PMK rift will be resolved soon, says NTK chief

INTERNAL conflicts in the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) would be resolved soon, said NTK chief Seeman on Sunday.

TN Announces Daily Bus Service Between Vaikom and Chennai

ACTING on the suggestion of Dravidar Kazhagam leader K. Veeramani, the state government has decided to launch soon two direct TNSTC bus services between Chennai and Vaikom for the benefit of those interested in exploring the historical place, said Transport Minister S.S. Sivasankar on Sunday.

State sanctions ₹58 cr in first phase to upgrade hi-tech labs in 175 schools

THE School Education Department has recently issued a government order sanctioning ₹57.8 crore in the first phase to upgrade hi-tech laboratories in 175 government higher secondary schools across the state.

Stalin inaugurates ₹33 cr mini TIDEL park in pearl city

CHIEF Minister M K Stalin inaugurated the 63,000-sq ft mini TIDEL park, constructed at an outlay of ₹32.5 crore, in Thoothukudi on Sunday.

Med negligence: Woman dies day after delivery

A 24-year-old woman from Cuddalore, a day after giving birth to her second child, died on Saturday night allegedly due to a post-operative complication.

Father-son spat: PMK democratic, such talks natural, says Anbumani

Tells media party discussed plans for protests, strategies for its development, elections

Shining with Poise and Passion

In its 30th edition, the Devi Awards was a gala show of power, talent and achievement, recognising and celebrating women from across the spectrum

The Talented Mr Palekar

The memoir turns the lens inward and reveals interesting facets of this star of the 70s cinema

Holding Fort in the Happiest Country

Traditionally built on strategic locations, Bhutan's elaborate dzong architecture blends function, aesthetics, and cultural symbolism

The Cat is Out of the Bag in Indian Political Symbolanza

Political rhetoric is a weapon of innovative aggression. The bag wars between the Congress and BJP started when Priyanka Gandhi arrived in Parliament with a 'Palestine' bag.

Washington plays supporting role in India's fightback

SCOTT Boland was running at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. It is his backyard. Every time he turns up there, the Victorian pacer has done something special. On Saturday, he was going up against Nitish K Reddy.

Nitish K Reddy A Star Is Born

Youngster from Andhra cracks scintillating ton to stamp his arrival, rescues India in the process; Family support & vital lessons at domestic setup reasons behind his rise