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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.

TTD chief condemns rumours of rift with temple board officials

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.

Drop in fatal accidents in Ramnad as preventive measures put in place

WHILE increasing road accidents remain a major concern on the roads in Ramanathapuram, there has been a drop in the fatal accidents rates in 2024, when compared to that of the previous year.

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.

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.

Anvar resigns as MLA, not fighting Nilambur bypoll

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

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.

People Talking About Social Justice Should Follow Vallalar: Guv

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

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.

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 the Puducherry-Villupuram border near an overhead bridge in Madagadipet late on Sunday night.

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.

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

Animal menace: Farmers use sarees to fence farms

FRUSTRATED over several failed attempts to chase away wild animals, farmers of Palani and Oddanchatram have started using sarees as fences.

BJP man abuses minor with mom's help, held

A BJP state functionary was arrested by the Madurai city police on charges of sexually assaulting a teenage girl and remanded in Madurai Central Prison on Monday.

Illegal detention: HC tells TN to pay history-sheeter ₹50K

THE Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court recently directed the state home department to pay ₹50,000 compensation to a history-sheeter for illegally detaining him for more than two months, even after the advisory board told the government to revoke the detention order.

Consider Plea Seeking Barrage Across Cauvery

THE Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court recently directed the state government to consider a petition seeking the construction of a barrage across the Cauvery, near Marudhur village in Kulithalai taluk of Karur.

Nine Kumari fishers among 15 detained in Diego Garcia

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.

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.

Of Drains, Diversions and Deluges Amid Urban Chaos

Keeping Head Above Water

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

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.

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.

Karun cracks fifth ton as Vidarbha enter semifinals

VIDARBHA outclassed Rajasthan by nine wickets, while Haryana edged out Gujarat by two wickets to move into the semifinals of the Vijay Hazare Trophy here on Sunday.

Veteran Shami's return biggest talking point

Left is the new right

Nat'l boxing meet: Sachin & 8 other SSCB boxers in semis

FORMER world youth champion Sachin Siwach and Lakshya Chahar led a dominant charge by the Services Sports Control Board (SSCB) on Day 5 of the men's national boxing championship, with the unit securing nine berths in the penultimate round.

1st ODI century for Rodrigues as India seal series

THE moment Smriti Mandhana, India's stand-in captain in the absence of Harmanpreet Kaur, won the toss and opted to bat first at Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot against Ireland, one thing was certain.