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PMML Society seeks Nehru letters from Rahul
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

PMML Society seeks Nehru letters from Rahul

Historian says records on first PM, including his letters to Lady Mountbatten, withdrawn on orders of Sonia Gandhi

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December 17, 2024
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

21 fake univs in country, 8 in Delhi; Centre says will protect students

Stringent action

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December 17, 2024
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Bail cancelled, four accused surrender before court

FOUR people, accused in the murder of Dravida Viduthalai Kazhagam worker H Farooq in 2017, surrendered before the Coimbatore District Court on Monday after their bail was cancelled last week following allegations that they threatened a witness.

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December 17, 2024
Anbu Nagar residents voice concerns after medical waste found amid garbage pile
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Anbu Nagar residents voice concerns after medical waste found amid garbage pile

AFTER complaints over alleged medical waste dumping at the Ukkadam garbage transfer station by Anbu Nagar residents, the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation (CCMC) councillor along with other officials held an inspection at the facility on Monday.

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December 17, 2024
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Kovai hotelier defrauded of ₹29 lakh in online scam

A 54-year-old man was defrauded of ₹29 lakh by scamsters promising profits on online trade.

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December 17, 2024
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Power shutdown in parts of Kovai today

Power supply will be disrupted from 9 am to 4 pm on Tuesday in the following areas for maintenance:

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December 17, 2024
Sadiq's link to textbook corpn: BJP prez asks min to explain
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Sadiq's link to textbook corpn: BJP prez asks min to explain

BJP state president K Annamalai on Monday demanded an explanation from state school education minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi on the alleged link between drug kingpin Jaffer Sadiq and a contractor of Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation.

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December 17, 2024
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Reserve bank's announcement on loan ceiling deceptive: CPI

THE farmers' wing of the Communist Party of India (CPI) said the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) announcement that farmers can avail loans of up to ₹2 lakh without collateral is deceptive.

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December 17, 2024
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

TN's domestic electricity rates lowest in India

THE state has the lowest average electricity rates for domestic consumers compared to other states, the state government said in an official statement.

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December 17, 2024
Basha, Coimbatore serial blast mastermind, dies
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Basha, Coimbatore serial blast mastermind, dies

S A Basha (84), the founder of banned militant outfit Al-Umma, who was sentenced to life imprisonment in the 1998 Coimbatore bomb blast case, passed away due to age-related illnesses at PSG Hospitals in Coimbatore on Monday evening.

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December 17, 2024
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Suspect's plea against charge sheet in girl suicide case binned

THE Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Monday dismissed the petition filed by the hostel warden accused of abetting the suicide of a 17-year-old girl student in Michealpatti of Thanjavur in 2022.

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December 17, 2024
Hong Fu footwear unit to start Ranipet ops by January 2026
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Hong Fu footwear unit to start Ranipet ops by January 2026

Chief Minister MK Stalin virtually laid the foundation stone for the ₹1,500 crore non-leather footwear manufacturing facility developed by Taiwan-based Hong Fu Industrial Group at SIPCOT Industrial Park in Panapakkam in Ranipet.

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December 17, 2024
Ennum Ezhuthum, Pudumai Penn a hit: SPC
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Ennum Ezhuthum, Pudumai Penn a hit: SPC

Planning panel's report to CM includes policies for sustainable land use, job, water & community dog management

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December 17, 2024
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Suspect's plea against charge sheet in girl suicide case binned

THE Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Monday dismissed the petition filed by the hostel warden accused of abetting the suicide of a 17-year-old girl student in Michealpatti of Thanjavur in 2022.

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December 17, 2024
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

NGT tells Aavin to check feasibility of selling milk in reusable plastic bottles

THE southern bench of National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Monday directed Aavin to explore the feasibility of selling milk in reusable plastic bottles.

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December 17, 2024
Improve pass percentage: Edu min
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Improve pass percentage: Edu min

SCHOOL Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi urged school teachers to conduct tests for students ahead of the union government's assessment.

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December 17, 2024
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Improve pass percentage: Edu min

SCHOOL Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi urged school teachers to conduct tests for students ahead of the union government's assessment.

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December 17, 2024
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Man dies of fever, health department starts inquiry

THE health department has started an inquiry after a 28-year-old man died in a private hospital on Sunday, allegedly due to dengue.

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December 17, 2024
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Auto drivers stage protest in city, want bike taxis banned

OVER 100 auto drivers staged a protest in the city on Monday, against bike taxis operating in the district and demanded officials to stop their services.

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December 17, 2024
More space will be created in ELCOT complex, says PTR
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

More space will be created in ELCOT complex, says PTR

MINISTER for Information Technology Palanivel Thiaga Rajan said Chief Minister M K Stalin has approved creation of additional office space in the ELCOT complex in the city and work to prepare a detailed project would start soon.

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December 17, 2024
Return of land will take SL Tamils wounded by conflict closer to peace
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Return of land will take SL Tamils wounded by conflict closer to peace

15 yrs since war ended, dispossessed Tamils pin their hopes on new govt to regain property

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December 17, 2024
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Tongue-split tattoo: Minor among 3 held

TWO men and a juvenile were arrested on Sunday night for running a tattoo shop without a license and allegedly putting people's lives in danger by performing tongue-split surgery on their customers.

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December 17, 2024
Free travel pass for police in govt buses: Home dept
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Free travel pass for police in govt buses: Home dept

RESOLVING the spat between police personnel and transport corporation staff over free commute in government buses, the home department announced that personnel ranging from Grade II constables to inspectors will be given a bus pass for free travel.

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December 17, 2024
Ilaiyaraaja temple clip sparks casteist rumour, maestro denies allegations
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Ilaiyaraaja temple clip sparks casteist rumour, maestro denies allegations

RENOWNED music composer Ilaiyaraaja broke his silence on the controversy over a viral video in which the maestro was allegedly denied entry to the Artha Mandapam of Srivilliputhur Aandal temple on Sunday.

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December 17, 2024
SPEAKING HANDS FALL SILENT
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

SPEAKING HANDS FALL SILENT

When he was born on March 9, 1951, Zakir Hussain was considered an unlucky child. The arrival of the eldest son had coincided with the family's most distressing moment, as his 'Abba', Allarakha Qureishi, had fallen ill with a heart ailment.

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December 17, 2024
'ONOP is BJP's bid to bring in prez-type govt'
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

'ONOP is BJP's bid to bring in prez-type govt'

REITERATING the DMK's stand that the BJP-led union government's 'One Nation One Poll' proposal is not suitable for the country, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday alleged that the centre seeks to push the bill with the ulterior motive of conducting a presidential form of election, against the spirit of the constitution.

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December 17, 2024
WPL auction: Unsold last season, Simran costliest this time
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

WPL auction: Unsold last season, Simran costliest this time

SIMRAN Shaikh is a \"bindhast\" person. A proper Bambaiya cricketer. A player with whom you can have an evening tea and talk about the game for hours.

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December 16, 2024
Vintage knock: Trademark shuffle is back & so is Smith
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Vintage knock: Trademark shuffle is back & so is Smith

FROM the moment Steve Smith strolled out to bat at the Gabba on Sunday morning, the signs were there.

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December 16, 2024
Erigaisi lauds Gukesh, recounts own incredible journey
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

Erigaisi lauds Gukesh, recounts own incredible journey

IT was no surprise for Arjun Erigaisi to witness his teammate and friend D Gukesh become a world champion.

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December 16, 2024
LONE RANGER BUMRAH
The New Indian Express Coimbatore

LONE RANGER BUMRAH

Pacer claims second five-wicket haul of the tour but India let Australia off the

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December 16, 2024