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T.N. Advocate General’s former junior gets elevated as judge of Madras High Court

Chennai HC Chief Justice administers oath to two new judges, increasing strength to 65. Advocate General introduces them, highlighting their humble beginnings and successful careers. He also expresses pleasure of having worked with them and looks forward to being on the other side of the Bench.

The Hindu

Nalgonda police seize ₹3.04 crore ‘hawala money’ after car chase

The accused were working for a hawala agent called Shivam Bhai of Telangana. The money was supposed to be delivered to a person called Sunny Bhai in Chennai, officers associated with the investigation of the case said seeking anonymity.

The Hindu

49 more Tamils return to T.N. from war-hit Israel

49 Tamils return to TN from Israel under 'Operation Ajay'. 32 arrive in Chennai, 9 in Coimbatore, 8 in Madurai. Health Minister, MP, Commissioner of Non-Resident Tamils Welfare & officials receive them. 98 return under 'Operation Ajay', 12 on own.

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New Zealand players meet school students in Chennai under UNICEF initiative

New Zealand players met school students at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium under the UNICEF initiative. Around 58 students interacted with the Kiwi players who are getting sports training from Greater Chennai Corporation and Smart City Project Limited.

The Hindu

Human trafficking awareness rally organised in Besant Nagar

Over 200 people from corporates, colleges, and NGOs joined the ‘Walk for Freedom’ in Chennai to show solidarity for victims of human trafficking and raise awareness. The event, in its fourth year, was led by The Movement India in partnership with NGOs, colleges, corporates, and the community. 25,000 participants joined…

The Hindu

Arjun powers to victory in Touring Cars race

Arjun Balu (Race Concepts) won the only race of the day in the 3rd round of MRF MMSC FMSCI Indian National Car Racing Championship at Madras Int'l Circuit. Balu made a great start, overtaking Ritesh Rai by Turn-2 in the 1st lap. Deepak Ravikumar led a podium sweep for Performance…

The Hindu

It could be Australia’s pace vs India’s spin unit

Australia won their first World Cup in 1987, beating India in a close match due to an umpire's error. India and Australia face off again in Chennai, with India looking to Ishan Kishan and Rohit Sharma to kick start the innings, and Australia relying on David Warner and Glen Maxwell.…

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TIDCO invites EOI for allotment of industrial plots at Karani village

TIDCO invites EOI for industrial plots in Karani village, Tiruvallur district. Focus on strategic electronics, drones, urban air mobility. Land to be leased for 99 years, lease rental approx. ₹95 lakh per acre. Eligible for incentives under TN Aerospace & Defence Industrial Policy 2022. 250-acre land close to Chennai-Kolkatta highway,…

The Hindu

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.…

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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.

The Hindu

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.

The Guardian - UK

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

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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

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…

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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

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

The Hindu

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…

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