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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…

The Hindu

World Cup: Onus on Shakib Al Hasan to keep Bangladesh afloat

CHENNAI: Shakib Al Hasan has encountered many turbulences before flying high. The Bangladesh skipper, who had said that he is set to bring down the curtains on his international ride after the 2025 Champions Trophy, will be keen on making this ODI World Cup a memorable one.

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World Cup 2023: New Zealand vs Bangladesh head to head record

NEW DELHI: New Zealand are set to face Bangladesh in the 11th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday.

The Times of India

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

Kane Williamson excited to return after injury, ready for World Cup

NEW DELHI: New Zealand's cricket captain, Kane Williamson, expressed his excitement at the prospect of returning to action after a lengthy injury layoff as he prepares to lead his team against Bangladesh in a crucial World Cup clash set to take place in Chennai on Friday.

The Times of India

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

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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

'Rizwan gets cramps very often': Shoaib Akhtar takes a dig at Pakistan batter saying KL Rahul also kept wickets in Chennai

NEW DELHI: Legendary speedster Shoaib Akhtar took a dig while praising Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan for his match-winning knock against Sri Lanka on Tuesday under testing circumstances, saying that the wicketkeeper-batter gets cramps way too often.

The Times of India

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

The Hindu

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 Times of India

Bodybuilder dies after steambath post-workout, dehydration was the real cause?

The sudden death of renowned bodybuilder and nine-time event champion, Yogesh has left the fitness community grappling with grief and disbelief . The 41-year-old fitness icon died on Sunday, moments after a workout session at a gym in Korattur, Chennai, where he had achieved the Mr. Tamil Nadu title just…

The Times of India

Ricky Ponting backs Virat Kohli to break Sachin Tendulkar's ODI centuries record this World Cup

NEW DELHI: Run-machine Virat Kohli, who played a superb 85-run knock in India's ODI World Cup opening win against Australia in Chennai, missed out on a well deserved century.

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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…

The Hindu

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 Times of India

IND vs PAK: Shubman Gill unlikely to be ready for Pakistan clash

CHENNAI: Shubman Gill may be in a race against time to be fit for India's game against Pakistan in Ahmedabad on October 14. According to sources, his platelet count had gone down to 90,000 per micro litre following dengue while for a normal male athlete, it should be between 1.5…

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 Times of India

Still no Shubman Gill as India arrive for Afghanistan match

NEW DELHI: The Indian team arrived here for Wednesday’s match against Afghanistan without opener Shubman Gill, who is reportedly down with dengue and has stayed back in Chennai under the observation of the medical team.

The Times of India

IND vs AUS: We can learn a bit from this game, says Steve Smith

CHENNAI: A heavy defeat at the beginning of a marquee tournament may dent the morale of a lot of teams, but not a champion side like Australia, the most successful nation in men’s ODI World Cup history by far.

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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