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Munambam panel has no powers to enforce its decisions, Kerala tells HC

THE state government has categorically stated that the Justice Ramachandran Nair Commission, appointed to look into the Munambam land dispute, is neither a judicial nor quasi-judicial body, and has no power to enforce its own recommendations.

Modi reiterates Olympic ambitions

The current dispensation will move heaven and earth to win the right to host the 2036 Olympics.

From history to AI, a stage for diverse perspectives

INCISIVE discussions on education, culture, and governance captivated the audience as scholars articulated their vision on the second day of the 13th edition of the ThinkEdu Conclave 2025 hosted by The New Indian Express in Chennai.

Bajaj Auto net profit surges 8% to 2,196 crore; revenue increases to 13,169 crore

Food Bajaj Auto on Tuesday said its consolidated net profit jumped by 8% to 2,196 crore for the third quarter ended December 31, 2024, on the back of robust exports.

States told to file compliance report on ending caste bias in jails

The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted “one last opportunity” to the States and Union Territories to file their compliance reports on implementation of its earlier verdict on prison manuals.

7 killed, scores hurt as stage collapses in UP

AT least seven people were killed and over 60 were injured after a 65-ft high makeshift stage collapsed during a religious event of Jain community in Baghpat district of western Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday.

DeepSeek effect: India should build cheaper AI models

TWO years after OpenAI's ChatGPT took the world by storm, China's AI model DeepSeek has now sparked a debate among tech enthusiasts on building low-cost AI models and India's potential to tap the opportunity, train foundational AI models relatively cheaper than the cost involved currently.

REIN IN PROFITEERING MICROFIN INSTITUTIONS

A fear of microfinance companies demanding repayment of loans has gripped rural Karnataka-so much so that some have fled from home or ended their lives.

HC Extends Harish's Protection From Arrest

Justice K Lakshman of the Telangana High Court on Tuesday extended the interim order protecting BRS MLA T Harish Rao from arrest until February 5, 2025, in connection with a phone-tapping case and directed the Punjagutta police not to arrest the legislator until further orders.

National para-athletics meet from Feb 18

ABOUT 1700 athletes are expected to participate in the 23rd National para-athletics championships to be held from February 18 to 20 at the Nehru Stadium, Periamet, Chennai, while the Asia Triathlon Cup will be held on February 16 at the INS Adyar.

Ensure at least 10% conviction in atrocity cases

CHIEF Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday directed police and other senior officials to ensure at least 10% conviction rate in atrocity cases in Karnataka.

Bro fakes accident, kills sister for ₹1cr insurance money

PRAKASAM police arrested Malapati Ashok Kumar Reddy, a 30-year-old real estate businessman, for murdering his sister, Malapati Sandhya, to claim ₹1 crore in insurance.

Marshall Islands bans fishing in two isles

MARSHALL Islands declared on Tuesday its first national marine sanctuary, protecting a \"pristine\" expanse of tropical Pacific Ocean home to deep-sea sharks and green turtles.

CM: Funds crunch won't stop our work for state's progress

The Dravidian movement emerged to establish social justice, and the DMK would continue its journey on the social justice path, Chief Minister M K Stalin said on Tuesday.

Jeremy Allen White to Lead Enigma Variations

ACTOR Jeremy Allen White, who is currently playing the lead in director Scott Cooper's Deliver Me from Nowhere, has signed on to play the lead in Netflix's bisexual romantic drama Enigma Variations.

Kangana Ranaut, Madhavan start filming for a thriller

CTOR and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has started shooting a new film with her Tanu Weds Manu (2011) co-star R Madhavan.

Panel on Waqf Bill all set to approve govt's move to include non-Muslims

THE Joint Parliamentary Committee scrutinising the Waqf (Amendment) Bill is set to approve the government's move to include non-Muslims in Waqf boards, saying they can be \"beneficiaries, parties to disputes, or otherwise interested in Waqf matters\", sources said on Tuesday.

Varun's fifer not enough as England get vital win

Spinner shines but visitors clinch 3rd T20I in Rajkot to stay in hunt

MEIYAZHAGAN IS MY COMFORT ZONE

At the 13th edition of the ThinkEdu Conclave, actor Karthi spoke about the intricacies of preparing for a role, the importance of acknowledging non-film talents, his upcoming sequels, and more

India has potential to become AI leader, says Tanuj Bhojwani

WITH a vast population and an untapped market for artificial intelligence (AI), India has the potential to become a global leader in the AI realm, said Tanuj Bhojwani, Head of People+AI.

Vijay to install statues of TVK icons at HQ

TVK has commenced work to install statues of the five leaders — BR Ambedkar, 'Periyar' EV Ramasamy, K Kamaraj, Anjalai Ammal and Velu Nachiyar — whom the party projected as its guiding forces, at its headquarters, party sources said.

Paytm Payments' CEO Nakul Jain steps down

NAKUL JAIN has stepped down from the role of chief executive officer at Paytm Payments Services Ltd (PPSL). This comes as the fintech company continues to wait for the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) approval for its payment aggregator licence.

Experts' take on country's mental health emergency

THE conclave highlighted an issue often overlooked but deeply pervasive: India's mental health crisis.

Laid-off staff of US firm up in arms over termination

AFTER a US-based company operating in the city allegedly laid off hundreds of employees without prior notice on Saturday, the disgruntled staff on Tuesday thronged the labour department office on Balasundaram Road near Anna statue seeking a remedy to get the salary and experience certificates from the firm.

US federal grants tap off, Don orders ideological review

THE White House is pausing federal grants and loans starting on Tuesday as President Donald Trump's administration begins an across-the-board ideological review of its spending.

Only 57% teens use smartphones for study: ASER

MORE than 82% of children aged 14-16 in India know how to use smartphones, but only 57% of them use them for educational purposes whereas 76% use the device for accessing social media, according to the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2024 released on Tuesday.

In first call, Don nudges Modi to buy US weapons

Says he expects Modi to do 'what is right' on return of undocumented Indians in the US

Politicians must stay ahead of curve: TN BJP president

TAMIL Nadu needs an alternative political discourse to restore its former glory, reboot its economy, and enhance the quality of life for its people, said BJP state president K Annamalai.

Govt hikes mini-bus fares, operators say not enough

Fare is fixed at minimum of ₹4 for first 4 km and ₹10 for up to 20 km

History thrives when there is multiplicity of voices: Sampath

HISTORY flourishes when there is multiplicity of voices and diverse interpretations, said author Vikram Sampath.