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Artistes need to critically examine sampradaya

Carnatic singer TM Krishna was presented with the Sangita Kalanidhi MS Subbulakshmi Award at The Music Academy's 98th Annual Conference and Concerts inauguration in Chennai on Sunday.

5 students bitten by rodents at girls hostel in Telangana

FIVE girl students were administered treatment on Monday after allegedly being bitten by rodents at the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Girls' Hostel in Keesara mandal of Telangana's Medchal-Malkajgiri district, prompting stinging criticism from the Opposition.

Man dies of suspected dengue, mass cleaning drive intensified

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

Poacher held in Chilika with 29 bird carcasses

IN a major crackdown, wildlife officials arrested a 28-year-old man for allegedly poaching over two dozen migratory and resident birds near Chilika lake.

Will finish Polavaram project by 2026: Naidu

Andhra CM outlines broad milestones for mega irrigation project and says will set up key performance indicators

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ennum Ezhuthum, Pudumai Penn a hit: SPC

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

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

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.

Nearly 100 kids participate in cultural event held at Auroville

THE Margazhi Utsavam commenced at the Unity Pavilion in Auroville with participation from nearly 100 students from Auroville schools.

Delay in affiliation, tech glitch hinder med college expansion

INDIRA Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute (IGMCRI) has faced significant hurdles in its efforts to expand postgraduate medical seats and introduce new courses, primarily due to administrative delays and technical issues.

Bodies of 2 newborns retrieved from river near collectorate in Cuddalore

THE bodies of two newborn girls were recovered from the Thenpennai River near the new Cuddalore collectorate building on Monday.

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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Officials promise to allot homes to displaced Aalpettai families in Jan

Move follows a warning from families that they will occupy houses if there is further delay

New farmer's market to be established in Vikravandi

TO boost farmers' welfare and local agriculture, the Chief Minister, at the state Assembly on Monday, announced the establishment of a new farmer's market -- Uzhavar Sandhai -- in Vikravandi taluk.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

Record gold imports widen trade deficit

IN what could put pressure on the economy, India's trade deficit -- the difference between imports and exports -- widened to a record $37.8 billion in November, showing a 4.8% drop in exports and a record increase in imports driven by massive gold demand.