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HC nixes appointment of 6 chief parliamentary secys

THE Himachal Pradesh High Court on Wednesday set aside the appointment of six chief parliamentary secretaries (CPS), declaring it \"unconstitutional,\" and ordered their immediate removal along with the associated benefits and perks.

Yet another encounter with terrorists in J&K, 11th such gunfight in 15 days

IN a series of skirmishes between terrorists and security forces, yet another encounter took place in south Kashmir's Kulgam district on Wednesday.

PM says govt committed to holistic approach to health

PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said his government is adopting a holistic approach towards health in the country.

Prasar Bharati's OTT launch at IFFI on Nov 20

What the platform will offer

Oppn flutter over OBC creamy layer

Candidates face problems over verification of ceiling while joining civil services, panel told

EAM raises West Asia concern with Saudis

THE situation in West Asia is a matter of deep concern, particularly the conflict in Gaza, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday during a meeting with Saudi Arabia's foreign minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan.

RSS plans 3-day meet on promoting research culture among students

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat will inaugurate a three-day conference beginning November 15 on promoting research culture among the youth.

20 more companies of Central forces rushed to Manipur after violence

FOLLOWING fresh violence and the Monday encounter in which at least 10 suspected militants were reported to have been killed in Manipur, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an order for immediate airlifting to 20 more companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) for reinforcement in the troubled north-eastern state, officials said on Wednesday.

DAWN OF A NEW POLITICAL ERA IN SRI LANKA

As the island nation votes for a new parliament, it's clear that the people are rejecting an earlier generation of politicians. It's nothing short of a power transition

EXTENDING NET OF PROTECTION ONLINE

HE recent decision by the Supreme Court in the Just Rights for Children Alliance (2024) case holds phenomenal significance in this digital age.

'Conspiracy to kill officials hatched by BRS leaders'

Arrest of ex-Kodangal MLA based on 48 calls made or received from BRS activist

Disparity in milk procurement by Aavin, officials fudging numbers

DAIRY farmers from Madurai district have raised allegations against Aavin (Madurai) officials, claiming they are showing less procurement despite a higher volume of milk being supplied every day. They also flagged malpractices by the officials.

Can't regulate affairs in pvt space, court tells TN govt

HOLDING that the constitution forbids the state and its officers from controlling or regulating the affairs in the private space of a citizen, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Wednesday ordered the state government to return the 'Bharat Mata' statue, which was removed by the authorities from the BJP office premises in Virudhunagar district.

Teacher gets two years imprisonment for harassing students in Chennai school

A special court for cases booked under Pocso Act has convicted a teacher who was employed with the Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan in Chennai, and sentenced him to undergo two years imprisonment on eight counts under section 12 of the Pocso Act for sexually harassing students.

Mother, child die during delivery at private hospital

A 24-year-old woman and her baby died due to delivery complications at a private hospital here on Wednesday morning.

Healthy ageing possible with accessible diabetes care at DMDSC

MIFE expectancy is rising in India, leading to a rapidly increasing elderly population.

To curb tailbacks, 4 TN toll plazas to be monitored via GIS

In the wake of complaints about long waiting times at toll plazas, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has decided to monitor four plazas, including Vanagaram and Surapattu plazas on the Chennai Bypass, using Geographic Information System (GIS)-based software for real-time tracking.

82 KL students suffer food poisoning at Kodai resort

AROUND 82 students from Kerala suffered food poisoning after having dinner at a resort in Kodaikanal early on Wednesday.

Brother of OPS acquitted in priest suicide case

FORMER Chief Minister O Panneerselvam's younger brother O Raja and five others were acquitted in the Kailasapatti temple priest suicide case by the Dindigul special court on Wednesday morning.

After protest over pontiff's marriage, mutt charge given to HR&CE

Amid high drama, the 28th pontiff of Suriyanarkoil adheenam, Sri Mahalinga Pandara Sannidhi, on Tuesday night handed over charge of the mutt to the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) department.

EPS: No BJP tie-up, DMK is our enemy

On Udhaya's debate challenge, AIADMK chief says there are ex-mins to answer deputy CM

Vilathikulam farmers plan black-flag stir against Dy CM over crop insurance

VILATHIKULAM farmers, facing prolonged delays in receiving crop insurance relief, threatened to protest against Deputy CM Udhaynidhi Stalin's visit to Thoothukudi district with black flags.

GCC prepared to handle monsoon, 1K tonnes silt removed from Otteri: Min

Nehru inspects desilting at Otteri and Virugambakkam canals, says 329 relief centres ready

Understanding the Hidden Signs of Diabetes: Why Unexplained Weight Loss and Lifestyle Choices Matter More Than Ever

In today's world, many people struggle with maintaining a healthy weight. However, one of the most alarming warning signs of diabetes is unexplained weight loss.

EPS announces stir against bid to acquire 600 acres by CMDA

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Wednesday announced that the party would stage a demonstration at Pudhuvancherry-Mappedu Junction on November 19 to condemn the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority's (CMDA) alleged attempt to acquire around 600 acres of agricultural lands from villages in the Tambaram municipal corporation.

GCC prepared to handle monsoon, 1K tonnes silt removed from Otteri: Min

Nehru inspects desilting at Otteri and Virugambakkam canals, says 329 relief centres ready

Professor attacked over parking; ban sought on VIP vehicles inside AU

IN the wake of an Anna University faculty member sustaining injuries during a scuffle over vehicle parking inside the campus on Tuesday, the Anna University Teachers' Association (AUTA) has demanded that vehicles of outsiders be restricted inside the campus.

Doctors go on protest demanding better security in govt hosps

Although health min said doctors would not continue with the stir, associations that TNIE spoke to said they intend to go on with the protest

ED names Ameer, 11 others as accused in Jaffer Sadiq case

THE Enforcement Directorate has arraigned 12 persons and eight companies as accused in the chargesheet filed before a CBI court in Chennai in its money laundering investigation against expelled DMK leader and alleged drug kingpin Jaffer Sadiq.

Govt to hire teachers only after checking criminal antecedents

THE state government is in the process of making verification of antecedents of teachers mandatory before recruiting them in government schools.