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21 Tamils return from war-hit Israel, recall tales of horror

21 TN students from war-hit Israel evacuated to Chennai & Coimbatore as part of ‘Operation Ajay’. Health Minister, MP & Collector welcomed returnees at airports. Venkatadri Babu & Vimal Krishnasamy Manivannan Chitra shared their experience of fear & shock. They had to prepare a Google doc to leave the country.…

The Hindu

Madras High Court rejects plea against penalty imposed on cinema theatres for playing shows at 4 a.m. and 8 a.m.

Madras HC dismisses writ petitions of 6 cinema theatres for playing 15 shows at 1am, 4am & 8am; fines ranging from ₹2,000-4,000 imposed by Greater Chennai Commissioner of Police upheld. Judge held TN Shops & Est. Act applicable for safeguarding employees, TN Cinema (Regulations) Act for show timings.

The Hindu

Northeast monsoon likely to set in over T.N. between October 23 and 25

Northeast monsoon to set in TN Oct 23-25; wet weather to continue till Oct 19. Cyclonic circulation to bring light-moderate rain, heavy intensity in some districts. IMD predicts normal rainfall Oct-Dec. Light-moderate rain in Chennai till Sun.

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NZ vs BAN: Mitchell’s enterprise, Williamson’s poise help Kiwis soar again

ICC Cricket World Cup 2-023: New Zealand vs Bangladesh in Chennai on October 13, 2023. Kane Williamson is back in the squad replacing Will Young.

The Hindu

New Zealand beat Bangladesh by eight wickets at Cricket World Cup – as it happened

Only Kane Williamson’s swollen thumb spoils New Zealand’s party after Daryl Mitchell’s quick runs make it three wins from three.

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When Dalit cobblers voted to elect trustees of Parthasarathy Temple in Chennai

In 1933, 41 Dalit Vaishnavites (Madiga cobblers) voted to elect trustees and members of the Board of Supervision after the Madras High Court decided a case in their favour. The man instrumental in procuring the voting right for them was P. Ramamurti

The Hindu

Chinnappa Devar: Coimbatore’s dream merchant, who turned out nearly 60 films

Film producer and director ‘Sandow’ M.M.A. Chinnappa Devar forged a lifelong friendship with M.G. Ramachandran. They made films in Chennai and shot to fame. After MGR started playing significant roles, he recommended Devar for the films he worked, like Madurai Veeran where the sword fight sequences between the two became…

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You’ve tried trampoline. Now try Chennai’s new inflatable parks

Chennai’s biggest inflatable indoor parks are designed to let even adults jump, wobble through obstacle courses, roll in ball pits and recall the joys of childhood

The Hindu

IRCTC to operate Diwali Ganga Snana Yathirai Bharat Gaurav Train tour to coincide with Deepavali festival

IRCTC South Zone, Chennai to operate Diwali Ganga Snana Yathirai tour from Nov 9-17. Tourists can have 'Ganga Snanam' at Kashi on Deepavali. Tour covers holy places such as Prayagraj, Varanasi, Gaya & Rameswaram. Tourists get AC/Non-AC accommodation, transfers & Tamil veg food. Bookings can be done via website &…

The Hindu

NOC granted for reconstructing Chennai Silks building, despite difficulties in extinguishing fire: CAG

Chennai: Fire in Chennai Silks building in May 2017 took 30 hrs to douse due to locational difficulties. NOC issued to reconstruct despite narrower setbacks than required. No action taken on proposed bill on regulation of temporary structures. Fire safety norms not followed in 1,223 institutions. Large extents of acquired…

The Hindu

16 IPS officers transferred; Disha Mittal, Deepa Sathyan get posting

Two IPS officers, Disha Mittal and Deepa Sathyan, who were on 'compulsory wait', were given postings as part of transfer orders for 16 officers. K. Vannia Perumal, DGP, Civil Supplies CID, was posted as Director of Civil Defence and Commandant General Home Guards. R. Tamil Chandran was posted as Member…

The Hindu

College student from city spends a day as British Deputy High Commissioner

Misha Sivaram, a student at Women's Christian College, Chennai, was declared regional winner of 'British High Commissioner for a Day' contest. She experienced a range of diplomatic activities, including chairing an all-staff meeting and visiting a visual effects company. Misha said the experience was "monumental" and Deputy High Commissioner Oliver…

The Hindu

Ram Zodge, former racing correspondent, passes away

Ram D. Zodge, former senior racing correspondent of The Hindu, passed away in Mumbai aged 84. He covered horse racing for The Hindu across Chennai, Ooty, Hyderabad, Mumbai & Pune for over 30 years. His reports were so popular that people used to wait and buy the paper in the…

The Hindu

Is rock climbing picking up as a fitness option in India?

Both mind and body matter in bouldering as it steadily becomes a popular sport in India. We meet the enthusiasts who hone their techniques on outdoor rocks and in climbing gyms

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Chennai celebrates 50 years of bilateral relations between India and South Korea

Sounds of traditional Korean music and elegant dance took over Chennai to commemorate the golden jubilee year of bilateral relations between South Korea and India

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Chennai woman, who was British High Commissioner for a day, shares experiences

Shreya Dharmarajan, 21, from Chennai won the British High Commission's High Commissioner for a Day competition. She experienced a range of diplomatic activities, such as leading a discussion on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the UN and flagging off electric vehicles. She interacted with inspiring women leaders and gained valuable…

The Hindu

TNBA is keen to have Prannoy representing the State in the Nationals, to meet him soon

TNBA keen to have India's top shuttler Prannoy represent TN in senior National championships. Invited to Chennai for meeting next week. TNBA president Anbumani Ramadoss and committee members to discuss best for Prannoy and TNBA. Need to discuss with SDAT on technical details to ensure smooth transfer. Prannoy's presence and…

The Hindu

Vellore police return missing phones to its owners

Vellore police handed over 210 lost mobiles worth ₹40.47 lakh to their owners. The initiative was part of the Cell Tracker Whatsapp Unit, which allows people to register complaints of stolen/missing phones. Most of the owners were from various places including Bengaluru, Chennai, Arani, Vellore and West Bengal. Police had…

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Science college graduation day held near Ranipet

At M.M.E.S Women's Arts & Science College in Ranipet, 728 graduates received their degree certificates on the 13th graduation day. 15 PG students & 20 UG students, who were university rank-holders, were also honoured. Ms. Amthul Azeez, Principal, J.B.A.S College for Women (Chennai), delivered the graduation day address. M. Sharfuddin,…

The Hindu

Shubman Gill discharged from hospital after being admitted for drop in platelet count

It is learnt that Shubman Gill has been admitted to a Chennai’s well-known multi-care speciality hospital ‘Kauvery’ and the Indian team’s doctor Rizwan has stayed back to monitor his progress.

The Hindu

MSMEs continue their protest against electricity tariff, submit petition to District Collectors

MSMEs in TN protest hike in electricity charges, submit rep to District Collectors. Thousands hoist black flags. Demands incl. withdrawal of hike in fixed charges, removal of peak hour & network charges, revocation of multi-year tariff. 210 petitions submitted in Tiruchi. Fast in Chennai on Oct 16 if demands not…

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Pegatron Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. registered in Chennai

he Taiwanese firm has registered the new company with the Registrar of Companies, Chennai. Pegatron Electronics India Pvt. Ltd.’s business activity is described as manufacture of other communication equipment. Based in Mahindra World City, Chengalpattu, near Chennai, the company has a paid up capital of ₹1 crore

The Hindu

Shubman Gill ruled out of India’s World Cup clash against Afghanistan

In a fresh update, the board said, “Team India batter Shubman Gill will not be travelling with the team to Delhi on 9th October 2023.

The Hindu

Body of IIT Madras student found near railway tracks close to A.P. border

IIT-M student found dead near Chennai railway tracks; Institute extends cooperation to investigating authorities and expresses condolences to family. IIT-M mourns loss of student, requests respect for family's privacy at this difficult time.

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Jailed Tamil Nadu Minister Senthilbalaji taken to government hospital in Chennai

Tamil Nadu Minister Senthilbalaji taken to Stanley Hospital after complaining of frozen leg. Arrested in June in money laundering case related to job-for-cash scam.

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