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Street Child World Cup 2023: Through the eyes of photographer Vicky Roy

The Street Child World Cup 2023 in Chennai was home to some fond moments celebrating community. We take a look at the tournament through the eyes of award-winning documentary photographer Vicky Roy

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Bored? Head to Chennai’s board game lounges that are packed with people and games

Board game cafes first opened in Chennai in 2016. But unlike most trends that fade away after a glorious year or two, these are thriving, with new businesses cropping up across the city. Here’s what makes them tick

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Virat Kohli seen rejoining India World Cup squad after ‘family emergency’ in Mumbai

Kohli has a cheeky message for his friends and acquaintances on his Instagram account

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Chennai toddler abducted from Tirupati bus station rescued in ten hours

Tirupati police rescue a two-year-old boy from Chennai who was abducted from APSRTC bus station. SP Parameswara Reddy handed him to his parents and appealed to public to alert police if suspicious persons were seen in public places.

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Chennai’s own patron saint

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Safety issues at retail petroleum outlets in focus in Chennai

Last week’s collapse of the canopy at a petrol bunk on East Jones Road in Saidapet in Chennai that left one dead and several injured has turned the focus on the stability of structures at petroleum retail outlets in the city

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Life convict found dead in Chennai prison, police suspect suicide

Life convict Gajendran found dead in Central Prison, Puzhal, Chennai. Arrested in 2007 for murder of 1st wife, sentenced to life in 2009. Madras High Court declined to grant relief. Found dead in toilet near his cell; police suspect suicide. Assistance available on State's health helpline 104, Tele-MANAS 14416 &…

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Central railway station awarded platinum shield by IGBC for energy conservation measures

.Dr. MGR Chennai Central railway station awarded Platinum certificate by IGBC for becoming net zero energy building. SR GM R.N. Singh received IGBC shield from Ajith Kumar Chordia. Station retro-fitted with LED bulbs, BLDC fans, water recycling plant, saving ₹10.75 crore annually, preventing 3,24,400 kg carbon emission. SR celebrated Gandhi…

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Cricket World Cup 2023 | Australia’s bowling is not as well settled as it would like it to be

Australia to face India in Chennai in 2023 ODI World Cup. Agar's injury leaves Australia with one frontline spinner, Zampa, and all-rounder Maxwell as second spinner. Labuschagne, Green, Stoinis trio to choose two players. Warner's left-handedness an advantage against leg spin and left-arm spin. Cummins' limited game-time and inconsistent form…

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Stalin pays tributes to Sivaji Ganesan

CM M.K. Stalin paid tribute to late actor Sivaji Ganesan on his birth anniversary in Chennai. Ministers, Mayor R. Priya, and family members were present. CM lauded Sivaji's memory, saying it will remain in the hearts of Tamils forever.

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Ravi, CM to observe Gandhi’s birth anniversary together

Governor R.N. Ravi and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin to pay tributes to Gandhi statue in Chennai on his birth anniversary. Differences between Raj Bhavan and Secretariat on policies and issues. Latest difference over Governor's decision to include UGC nominee in panel for selecting VCs for 3 State-run universities.

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Study says maximum shortfall of 1,200-1,600 MW in peak demand likely in Jan-Jun ’24

Tamil Nadu to face 114 MU shortfall in power availability, 1,200-1,600 MW peak demand shortfall in Jan-Jun 2024: SRLDC study. TN to see highest energy consumption in South; peak demand of 19,387 MW, daily consumption of 423.785 MU on April 20. Over-loading in Chennai, Tiruchi, Hosur, Arasur, Karaikudi, Coimbatore, Madurai…

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16 coaches of Chennai-Mysuru-Chennai Vande Bharat train cleaned in less than 14 minutes

The Mysuru Division of the South Western Railways on October 1 launched the ‘’14 Minutes Miracle’’ initiative entailing cleaning of the Vande Bharat train in less than 14 minutes

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Between a dam and a wetland

PWD's ₹161-cr project to build check dam on Kazhuveli wetland, Villupuram, to convert it to freshwater lake, could spell disaster for bird sanctuary & biodiversity. Plan to recharge groundwater & store drinking water for Villupuram & Chennai. Dam blocks tidal inflow, affecting mangroves & migratory birds. NGT orders to cut…

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ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Fixtures and full match schedule

Cricket World Cup takes place in India from October 5 to November 19 – here are the fixtures, kickoff times and venues.

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Chennai top node in tortoise trafficking network, says study

A study titled From pets to plates, published in the September edition of Oryx, The International Journal of Conservation, found that trafficking of soft-shell turtles for meat was predominantly domestic in nature, with the international trafficking of the reptile from or to India almost restricted to Bangladesh.

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India bids adieu to doyen of farming

Renowned agricultural scientist M.S. Swaminathan was cremated with police honours specially accorded by the State government as a mark of respect for his contribution.

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Chennai racing season from Sept. 30; South India Derby to be run on Jan. 15

Madras Race Club to host 500 horses in 30-day Chennai racing season from Sept. 30 to Feb. 24, 2024. Coromandel Gromor South India Derby with ₹50 lakh guaranteed stakes on Jan. 15, 2024. Advertised stake money of ₹14.04 crore plus trophies valued at ₹27 lakh and total payout of ₹16.33…

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2023 ICC World Cup venues | M.A. Chidambaram Stadium — capacity, pitch info and all you need to know

All you need to know about the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai that will host 5 ICC ODI World Cup matches

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Can former Sangeetha franchisees in Chennai continue to operate under the trademark Geetham? Madras High Court to decide on October 3

Madras HC to hear appeals of former Sangeetha Caterers franchisees on Tues. seeking stay of interim order restraining them from running restaurants under 'Geetham' brand. Plaintiffs allege trademark infringement; former franchisees claim 'Geetham' is distinct & not deceptive.

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All about devarattam: Learn the basics of the folk dance form at a workshop in Coimbatore

A workshop on Devarattam, a folk dance form from Bellary, Karnataka in Coimbatore

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Tamil Nadu plans to set up primary animal rescue centres in all districts

TN govt to set up primary animal care centres in each district using MP/MLA funds. Rapid urbanisation driving demand for rescue centres. New centres to be funded by MPLAD/MLALAD. Sea turtle conservation centre in Chennai to be set up at ₹6.30 crore.

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Lahar Singh tries to meet Tamil Nadu CM on Cauvery issue

BJP leader from Karnataka and Rajya Sabha member Lahar Singh Siroya made an effort to meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin by camping in Chennai for two days with an intention to convince him about the need to resolve the row over sharing of Cauvery river water through mutual…

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Flex says cooperating with Income Tax Department

Flex, an electronic components manufacturer, confirmed that officials from the Income Tax Department visited its premises in Chennai. The company stated that they are cooperating with the agency and providing the information sought. Flex also mentioned that they have a long history of conducting business in India in a legal…

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Govt. Arts College Udhagamandalam Principal caught on video allegedly accepting ₹4,000 bribe from student for hostel admission. Madras HC displeased with Southern Railway for not installing CCTV cameras in TN railway stations since 2016. IT Dept. searches premises of electronic component manufacturer Flex in Chennai. NIA questioning two of 13…

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