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THE BRIDGES INDIA NEEDS TO THE EAST

India can invigorate its engagement with East Asia through the shared cultural traditions of Buddhism and the epics. To do that effectively, linguistic links will be essential

The dark world of looted art

THE nation's burglars have long been compartmentalised in a hierarchical system.

RECOGNISE REASONS FOR OPPOSITION TO NEW UGC RULES

THE University Grants Commission's draft regulations on appointments to higher-education institutions have become another rope between the central and several state governments to tug on.

Madurai-Thoothukudi project on track; rly says no land issue with TN

Though southern railway says min misheard query from media and took it for Rameswaram-Dhanushkodi line, it has not clearly mentioned the status of project

Nation's growth outcome of result-driven approach: Min

UNION Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said the nation's remarkable growth is the result of a structured and outcome-driven approach adopted by the government led by PM Narendra Modi.

Govt approves ₹1.6K cr package for Joshimath land submergence victims

THE Centre has sanctioned ₹1,640 crore for rehabilitation in Uttarakhand's Joshimath, where land subsidence displaced over 1,000 residents in early 2023.

3 Combat Platforms Added to Navy Power

PM Narendra Modi says it is for the first time that the tri-commissioning of a destroyer, frigate, submarine was done

In a first after Hasina's fall as PM, India-B'desh talks to begin on Feb 16

INDIA and Bangladesh will hold a four-day director general (DG)-level talks here beginning February 16 with border fencing and rise in infiltration attempts being major subjects of discussion, officials said on Wednesday.

Man Arrested for Harassing IIT-M Student

A 29-year-old migrant worker was arrested by the Kotturpuram police on charges of sexually assaulting an IIT Madras student when she was at a tea shop along the Taramani Velachery Main Road on Tuesday evening.

Meta Apologises for Zuckerberg's Faulty Remarks

META India tendered an apology on Wednesday for company CEO Mark Zuckerberg's erroneous remarks about the outcome of the Indian general election 2024.

Woman killed, ears cut off to steal gold studs

A 42-year-old man and his wife were arrested on Monday in connection with the murder of a 55-year-old woman.

Record-shattering day in Rajkot for India women

IT was yet another day of shattering records in Rajkot as India women beat Ireland in the third and final ODI to win the series 3-0 on Wednesday.

7-Day ED Custody for Ex-Excise Minister in C'garh Liquor Scam

A special PMLA court in Raipur on Wednesday remanded six-time Congress MLA and former excise minister Kawasi Lakhma to Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody for seven days in the alleged Chhattisgarh liquor scam.

Bombay HC panel to phase out petrol cars

The Bombay High Court has directed the Maharashtra government to form a panel to explore the feasibility of phasing out diesel and petrol vehicles, saying automobiles choking Mumbai's roads are a major contributor to the city's worsening air quality.

EB wireman fixing fault sans safety gear electrocuted

A wireman employed by the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) was electrocuted when he climbed atop an electric pole, without any safety gear, which was connected to a high tension cable at Pudur near Madurantakam in Chengalpattu district.

6 Safe as Hot Air Balloon Lands 20km Away in KL

A hot air balloon that was flown from Pollachi with six persons on board deviated from its path due to wind and landed in a field in Kerala at Kannimari Mullanthattu, 20 km away from the take-off point, on Tuesday.

'I was inspired by Amitabh Bachchan while dubbing for Pushpa'

Shreyas Talpade talks about the delayed release of Emergency, taking inspiration from Amitabh Bachchan to dub for Allu Arjun's Pushpa films and more

What Dice Means in Mahabharata

One of the most common assumptions people make while discussing traditional games is that the game of Chaupad or Pachisi or Dayakattam, played on a symmetrical cross, was the game played in the Mahabharata.

Vaibhav's Next Titled Perusu

Actors Vaibhav and Sunil have joined hands for a new comedy entertainer titled Perusu. The upcoming film's first look was released by Lokesh Kanagaraj on Monday.

Vetri Maaran-Dhanush to team up for a fifth time

Following their successful collaborations in Polladhavan, Aadukalam, Vada Chennai, and Asuran, Vetri Maaran and Dhanush are set to join hands once again for a new project.

A GAMING TRADITION

The intricate, towering gopurams, the cooling granite stone, the smell of chandanam, flowers, and the sound of chants – temples are often sacred spaces associated with devotion.

HUES OF A SKY PARADE

The three-day balloon festival held in ECR was a vibrant display of various balloons sprawling up the sky.

ROOTING FOR A GREEN FUTURE

FOREST fires, gas leaks, heatwaves, and landslides—news of climate-related issues inundate the news as garbage dumps grow and plastic continues to clog the oceans.

OLYMPIC SCHEMES NEED PRUNING FOR EFFICIENCY

THE year 2024 was not the best for Olympic sports in the country.

TRUMP'S DISCHARGE IN FELONY CASES BODES ILL FOR DEMOCRACY

WHEN Donald Trump takes the oath of office for his second term as US president next week, a convicted felon will enter the White House for the first time.

POTS OF TRADITION, LOADS OF LABOUR

As we beam in the fervour of the harvest festival, in many households women have assumed the role of the manager and maker of the festivities. On Pongal, CE takes a look at the unequal distribution of work during festivals

From stage to canvas

WHAT am I looking at? What does it make me feel? What message am I taking home? Does the artwork talk or appeal to me?

GOLDEN BEGINNINGS TO ANOTHER NEW YEAR

SINCE 1964, GRT Jewellers has been a symbol of excellence in the jewellery industry.

Passing on cultural heritage to future generations

VIDHYA Sagar Women's College in Chengalpattu district celebrated Thamizhar Parampariya Vizha with great fervour on January 11, 2025.

Pat in CT squad despite injury concerns

PAT Cummins was on Monday named captain of Australia for next month's Champions Trophy while fellow pacer Josh Hazlewood too was included in the squad despite lingering injury concerns surrounding both players.