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ICC World Cup: Afghan spin threat awaits Pakistan batters

CHENNAI: If ever there was a side that used to be a scourge for spinners, it used to be Pakistan. Generations of Indian spinners — from Bishan Bedi to Maninder Singh to Harbhajan Singh — will have their stories of hard times against the likes of Zaheer Abbas, Salim Malik…

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ICC World Cup: Rivalry with Pakistan excites Afghanistan

CHENNAI: Its seeds sown a little over a decade ago, the Pakistan-Afghanistan rivalry in international cricket often flies under the radar. Still in its early days, it has all the ingredients, barring healthy head-to-head statistics, to propel itself to the next level – world-class operators, nail-biting finishes, on-field drama that…

The Times of India

ICC World Cup: Pakistan ready for the big fight against Afghanistan

CHENNAI: Be it Saeed Anwar’s 194 in the Independence Cup in 1997 or a memorable Test win against India in 1999, Pakistan have some incredible Chennai memories. Even in December 2012, when they played the first match of a revival bilateral series here, Pakistan were triumphant despite MS Dhoni’s century.…

The Times of India

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Is it time to reopen Bengaluru’s HAL Airport or build a third aerodrome?

Bengaluru's population and industry demand two fully functional commercial airports, but the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) will exceed its capacity by 2032-33. A 2020 proposal to build a third airport between Bengaluru and Mysuru is critical to support high value-add industries and decongest Bengaluru. Poor rail and road connectivity, plus…

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup 2023 | Spin test from Afghanistan trio awaits unstable Pakistan middle-order

Pakistan and Afghanistan face off in Chennai, with both teams looking to gain an edge in their on-field rivalry. Rashid Khan’s spin and Pakistan’s unstable middle order will be key factors in the match. Afghanistan must improve its fielding and middle order, while Pakistan must rely on Shaheen Afridi’s early…

The Hindu

President to visit Chennai this week

Pres. Droupadi Murmu to visit Chennai this week. She will attend Indian Maritime University convocation, present degrees to graduates. Arriving Oct. 26, convocation Oct. 27.

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ICC World Cup | Pakistan inspired by Saeed Anwar’s Chennai magic

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq looks to channel spirit of Saeed Anwar and team's winning record in Chennai to revive World Cup campaign. Haq hopes to replicate Anwar's monumental 194 against India in 1997 and Pakistan's 2012 six-wicket win over India. Haq is confident they can beat Afghanistan and get four wins…

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Pakistan's Imam-ul-Haq draws inspiration from Saeed Anwar ahead of crucial World Cup clash in Chennai

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's star opener, Imam-ul-Haq, is set to channel the spirit of his record-setting compatriot, Saeed Anwar, and Pakistan's triumphant history in Chennai as they gear up to revitalise their World Cup campaign. On Monday, Pakistan is scheduled to take on Afghanistan at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium, where…

The Times of India

IMD announces arrival of NE monsoon over T.N. and Puducherry on Saturday

The monsoon would pick up pace only after the two systems move and dissipate. Most parts of the State would receive light to moderate rains for four or five days.

The Hindu

Shortage of river sand hits elevated corridor work on Chennai-Bengaluru National Highway in Ambur

For more than a month, work on the elevated corridor along the Chennai-Bengaluru Highway (NH 44) near Ambur in Tirupattur has been temporarily stopped by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), which executes the project along with L&T, due to non-supply of river sand from government quarry at Kandaneri village…

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup 2023 IND vs NZ | Rahul Dravid ‘respectfully disagrees’ with the average rating for Chennai and Ahmedabad pitches

Rahul Dravid disagrees with ICC's average rating of Chennai and Ahmedabad pitches, lauds spin duo of Jadeja and Kuldeep for their skill and ability. He believes all skills should be on display, not just fours and sixes. New Zealand is a 'very good team'.

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Rahul Dravid disagrees with ICC's 'average' ratings for Ahmedabad and Chennai pitches

NEW DELHI: Indian head coach Rahul Dravid expressed his disagreement with the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding the 'average' rating given to the pitches used in India's matches against Pakistan and Australia. Dravid stressed that One Day International (ODI) matches should showcase a variety of skills and not just favour…

The Times of India

The matrix of popularity in Tamil Nadu’s engineering courses

This year, 65.08% of the 1,44,630 engineering seats in Tamil Nadu were filled through DoTE's single window counselling. CSE remains the most preferred course, followed by ECE, AI and DS. Poor admissions point to lack of quality, infrastructure and faculty.

The Hindu

Police Commemoration Day Observed at T.N. Police Headquarters in Chennai

On Oct 21, Police Commemoration Day, DGP & HoPF Shankar Jiwal, senior police officers, defence heads & retired officers paid tributes to police personnel who died in line of duty. A gun salute & two-minute silence were observed. Jiwal recalled the 1959 incident & said they remember & express gratitude…

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TTD chairman launches helicopter joyrides in Tirupati

Tirupati Devasthanams chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy launched helicopter joyrides in the temple city, with Chennai-based Aero Don Chopper Private Limited providing services to denizens and devotees. Air-ambulance services will also be available. Dr. S. Shankar and MD Selva Kumar thanked TTD chairman and legislator for promoting heli-rides linked tourism. More…

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Another stray cow incident sparks concern in Triplicane, residents seek permanent solution

In Chennai, a woman fell on the road due to a stray cow, raising fears among Triplicane residents. To prevent blockages on streets, GCC Commissioner J.Radhakrishnan proposed a three-step plan: secure tethering, fines for repeat offenders, and sensitising public. People can register their grievances to GCC by calling 1913.

The Hindu

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

TN govt informs HC of asking DGP to formulate SOP for regulating public events. PIL filed by S. Ayyaa of Tirunelveli, citing public annoyance & death of fans' lives. DMDK leader Premalatha Vijayakant to make announcement in Jan on electoral alliance. Jayaprada & partners of Jayaprada theatre in Chennai convicted…

The Times of India

Maharashtra police arrests Chennai man for duping Navi Mumbai resident of Rs 21 lakh

THANE: A man hailing from Chennai has been apprehended by Maharashtra police for allegedly defrauding a resident of Navi Mumbai of more than Rs 21 lakh.

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Check out Gandhigram’s first khadi brand — Samhita

Gandhigram’s ready-to-wear khadi brand Samhita is the latest addition to khadi apparel. The brand, developed in collaboration with the Centre of Excellence for Khadi (COEK) and NIFT, Delhi, will showcase its inaugural collection at The Folly, Amethyst, in Chennai on October 20 and 21.

The Hindu

Madras High Court refuses to suspend Actor Jayaprada’s sentence in ESIC case

Actor Jayaprada and partners suffer major blow as Madras HC dismisses plea to suspend 6-month simple imprisonment for not paying ESIC dues. Justice G. Jayachandran noted their track record of prolonging issue for 18 yrs by filing petitions. Convicts must surrender & deposit ₹20 lakh within 15 days to be…

The Hindu

Works of Tamil writers draw the attention of European publishers at Frankfurt Book Fair

Tamil lit. gains global appeal: 1st Chennai Int'l Book Fair paves way for translations of Tamil works into many foreign langs. incl. Polish, Norwegian, Arabic, Slovak, Hungarian, Italian, Welsh, English, Icelandic, Filipino, Lithuanian, Spanish, French. Perumal Murugan's books to be translated into Amharic, Icelandic. Live translation sessions, game, "TransLingual Tales"…

The Hindu

SQUASH | Saurav Ghosal, Joshna to skip the Senior Nationals to be held in Chennai

Saurav Ghosal & Joshna Chinappa to skip Senior National Championships in Chennai; Abhay Singh, Ramit Tandon, Anahat Singh & Tanvi Khanna to compete. Ghosal & Chinappa cite busy schedule & recovery time after Asian Games.

The Times of India

Weight loss story: How losing weight motivated this woman to become a beauty queen

“The lowest point for me was in 2019 when in Kodaikanal I was unable to walk even 1 km without pain in my legs and back,” shares Vaishali Dhanda, a 44 years old model and jewelry designer from Chennai.

The Hindu

Sea service: On the ferry service between Kankesanthurai and Nagapattinam

India and Sri Lanka must ensure that the Nagapattinam-Kankesanthurai ferry service does not meet the fate of the Thoothukudi-Colombo service

The Times of India

WATCH: 'This kiwi can fly' - Mitchell Santner plucks a blinder to send Afghanistan captain packing

NEW DELHI: New Zealand all-rounder Mitchell Santner produced a stupendous effort and grabbed a stunner to send Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi packing during New Zealand vs Afghanistan's ICC World Cup 2023 match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

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