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Air pollution raises risk of type 2 diabetes, says landmark Indian study

Seven-year study of 12,000 residents of Delhi and Chennai finds link between PM2.5 particles and increased blood sugar levels

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Indian Racing League event in Hyderabad shifted to Chennai

Hyderabad to miss out on IRL race; shifted to Chennai due to police pressure. Fans to get full refunds; ECI's election mandate cited as reason. Formula E event in city next year unlikely to be affected.

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CapitaLand Investment launches India’s first net zero business park in Chennai, to invest 500 million Singapore dollars over next five years

CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI) has commenced operations for phase 1 of International Tech Park Chennai Radial Road, investing over S$500 million in Chennai over the next five years. It is the first business park in India certified by IGBC as Net Zero for energy efficiency, water conservation and waste management.…

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Dialysis machine installed in Retteri urban primary health centre

Tanker Foundation installs dialysis machine at Chennai's Corporation Urban Primary Health Centre, supported by Greater Chennai Corporation and Rotary Club of Chennai Towers. Anjana Kovoor commissions machine to help 14,440 people annually diagnosed with kidney failure in Tamil Nadu, offering subsidised dialysis, financial help for medication, investigation and transplantation. Foundation…

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Shehnai player gets Rajyotsava award

Balesh Bhajantri, who has played the Shehnai for a few A.R. Rehman’s films, is among the Kannada Rajyotsava award winners. The Chennai-based hindustani classical instrumental musician hails from Kittur. He was trained in Dharwad and began performing in Bengaluru and Mumbai, before shifting to Chennai.

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Congress demand for caste census not to strengthen caste system: TNCC president K.S. Alagiri

Chennai Congress leaders garlanded Indira Gandhi's statue, with K.S. Alagiri saying the demand for socio-economic caste census is to ensure reservations are based on accurate data. He rejected Tamil Nadu BJP president's criticism of the State's debt, saying it is allowed and Central govt. debt is higher. He also said…

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IPS officer Pramod Kumar submits additional grounds for discharge petition in extortion case

IGP Pramod Kumar submits additional grounds for discharge petition in Paazee forex scam case. Second Additional District Court to hear plea on Wed. Senior counsel from Chennai to appear for Kumar. Five accused in case, linked to ₹930 crore cheating of investors by Tiruppur-based Paazee Forex Trading India Private Ltd.…

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R. Jayakanthan of TCS, Chennai, wins BusinessLine Cerebration Corporate Quiz, 2023

Jayakanthan of TCS Chennai wins 20th edition of The Hindu BusinessLine Cerebration Corporate Quiz 2023. 6,000 participants competed in elimination rounds in 6 cities. Winner won ₹75,000, 1st runner-up ₹50,000 and 2nd runner-up ₹25,000. Quiz master Ajay Pooniya, presented by JK Tyre Ranger Series and sponsored by SBI, Greyon Cosmetic…

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Keeping the intriguing Tamil Lambadi art of embroidery alive

Porgai Artisan Association Society, with 60+ women, are reviving traditional Tamil Lambadi embroidery. Products sold at exhibitions in Chennai & Bengaluru.

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A conscious shopper’s guide to thrifting in Chennai

Thrifting is better than fast fashion, more affordable, and can yield unique vintage pieces. Want to add to your closet but invest carefully? Thrift stores in Chennai could now be your answer.

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World Thrift Day: A look at sustainable fashion solutions in India

On World Thrift Day, we look at the importance of ‘less is more’ through thrifting

The Hindu

Andhra Train Accident | Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik directs disaster management minister to visit site

Chief Minister Patnaik directs Disaster Management Minister to visit Vizianagaram district (AP) after train accident kills 14; asks to meet injured. SRC and district magistrates of Rayagada and Koraput directed to provide immediate assistance. 39 trains cancelled, 24 diverted due to accident on Howrah-Chennai line. #TrainAccident #Vizianagaram #AndhraPradesh #NaveenPatnaik #SudamMarandi…

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Luxury housing units in Chennai find more takers in 2023, shows data

Chennai luxury housing sales up 143% in 9M 2023: 3,330 units sold, 16,310 units sold across all budget categories. Prices range from ₹15K-40K/sq.ft. Emerging luxury housing market compared to Mumbai, Bengaluru & Delhi. National luxury housing sales up 84,400 units in 9M 2023.

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New roundabout at Arcot junction near Ranipet being built to prevent accidents

NHAI constructing new roundabout at Arcot town junction near Ranipet to prevent accidents. 110 fatal accidents reported in district since Jan 2023, 96 on State Highways, 14 on Chennai-Bengaluru highway. Roundabout to cover 1,500 sq.ft, fenced, native saplings, blinkers, reflectors, warning sign boards, zebra markings, separate pedestrian pathways, street lights,…

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Rally held to commemorate 30 years of Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine

ISCCM Chennai Chapter members celebrated 30 years of the Society's inception with a walkathon. Intensive care physicians from various city hospitals joined the event in Besant Nagar to create awareness about the field of critical care, a challenging speciality requiring knowledge of all organ systems.

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Fly directly from Chennai to Salem

IndiGo to operate direct flights b/w Chennai and Salem from Oct 29, 2023. Flights to Hyderabad and Bengaluru from Oct 30, 2023. Flight services resumed from Salem airport, promoting tourism and local economy.

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Homemakers showcase their culinary skills at ‘Our State Our Taste’ in Ramanathapuram

.At Ramanathapuram, Gold Winner's 'Our State Our Taste' cooking competition saw an enthusiastic turnout. Maheswari won with 15 dishes, 1st runner-up Naganandhini with 8 dishes, and 2nd runner-up Sahul Hameed with many dishes. Prizes were distributed by celebrity chef Damu and others. Final showdown in Chennai on Dec 16 with…

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Edappadi Palaniswami condemns attack on CPI office in Chennai

AIADMK's Palaniswami condemns attack on CPI office in T. Nagar. Alleges current regime unsafe, no safety for individuals, Raj Bhavan, political parties.

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South Africa hold on to deny Pakistan fightback in Cricket World Cup thriller

South Africa survived a late lbw review to deny Pakistan’s late bowling charge and close in on a semi-final place in Chennai

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South Africa clinch victory over Pakistan in World Cup thriller

South Africa clinched victroy over Pakistan with one wicket remaining in Chennai

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Uttarakhand government signs MoUs worth ₹10,150 crore at Chennai roadshow

Uttarakhand CM Dhami signs MoUs worth ₹10,150 crore in Chennai roadshow ahead of GIM. Invites industrial groups to attend GIM in Dehradun on Dec 8-9. State amended 30 policies to make it investor-friendly with 'Peace to Prosperity' mantra.

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Chennai welcomes migratory birds. Here is a guide to begin bird watching

Birding is a great way to relax and connect with Nature. If you are curious about the cuckoo’s call but don’t know where to begin, we’ve got you covered. As migratory birds from around the world flock to Chennai, we speak to four experts who tell us the spots in…

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Chennai’s Airport mall ‘Aerohub’ is now officially open with a cinema hall and 24-hour food court

Aerohub at the Chennai airport premises, is now fully operational with a food court and popular brands to shop from. This is besides the mall’s two biggest draws — the PVR cinema hall and the 24-hour food court

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President arrives in Chennai to preside over 8th convocation of the Indian Maritime University on October 27

President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Chennai on Thurs. Gov. R.N. Ravi, CM M.K. Stalin, Cabinet members, Mayor R. Priya, and officials welcomed her. She stayed at Raj Bhavan Thurs. night. Fri., she'll preside over IMU's 8th convocation near the city.

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Madras High Court initiates suo motu contempt against former Chennai Collector

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