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NTK Chief Coordinator Seeman to contest against PM Modi if he contests in TN. PM promised 2cr jobs/yr but didn't deliver. Madras HC directs actor T.R. Silambarasan to furnish ₹1cr security. CCB files case against Chennai Corp Deputy Mayor Magesh Kumar for cheating deceased businessman's wife.

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Watch | Chennai’s fading love for bicycles

Cyclists in Chennai have now become almost an invisible lot, wrestling for space on the roads, often risking their safety.

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Chennai | Exploring the length of Marina beach’s shore for six kilometres on foot

A morning walk along Marina’s shore from the Port till Pattinapakkam shows bright boats, fresh crabs and the promise of eternal love among discreet couples. But you already knew this. What else can you discover if you walk about six kilometres from one end to the other?

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Five persons from Uttar Pradesh arrested in connection with Madurai train fire; jailed Minister V. Senthilbalaji produced before Special Court; UPS Technology Centre inaugurated in Chennai by CM M.K. Stalin. Arrested accused accused of carrying inflammable articles; court extends Minister's remand till Sept 15; CM hails UPS' decision to set…

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Global shipping and logistics firm UPS intends to hire 1,000 people in India by 2025

UPS inaugurates tech centre in Chennai, plans to hire 1,000 by 2025. Centre spread over 51,000 sq ft, investment of USD 15-20 million. 100 persons hired in Chennai, 350 by 2023, 1,000 by 2025. Naan Mudhalvan scheme to help youth secure high-tech jobs. Centre to focus on nurturing local talent,…

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T.N. CM Stalin inaugurates UPS technology centre in Chennai

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin inaugurated UPS' first Technology Centre in India, in Chennai. He expressed pride in the decision and assured to keep up the trust companies have in TN. TN Logistics Policy & Integrated Logistics Plan 2023, Multi-modal Logistics Park in Mappedu & Coimbatore, 30 GCCs providing 47,000…

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Centre informs Madras High Court of intent to amend Indian Succession Act, 1925 with respect to wills executed in Chennai, Mumbai & Kolkata

.Centre informs Madras HC of intent to amend Section 213 of Indian Succession Act, 1925, allowing Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, Sikhs & Parsis to inherit properties in Chennai, Mumbai & Kolkata without probate/LoA. Amendment to cover immovable properties in 3 cities. Petitioner questions correctness of imposing conditions on basis of religion…

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12 key buildings in Chennai to be strengthened with anti-terror preparedness operations

Govt. of India & Tamil Nadu to set up counter-terror components in 12 buildings, precincts & private premises in Chennai. NSG to conduct drills, procedures & SOPs to hone counter-terror skills of State admin, police & anti-terror squads. Targets incl. govt. offices, Chennai Port, railway stations, temples, transit hubs &…

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Ahead of Sornavari paddy harvest, 17 direct procurement centres opened in Tiruvallur to help farmers

Tiruvallur district in Chennai recently opened 17 DPCs to prepare for paddy harvest. 25,203 hectares of land estimated to yield 1.67 lakh tonnes of rice. 50,000 tonnes to reach DPCs, 50,000 to farmers, 50,000 to private buyers. Farmers to get ₹21.60/kg for fine varieties, ₹21.5/kg for mota. Special teams formed…

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‘If only the city could become quieter’

Latha Menon's fondest memories of Madras are at the Central Railway Station, where her father was posted and she spent much of her childhood. She loves the sunrises, fragrances, filter coffee, jasmine, flower bazaar, and vadai. Madras is a mix of old and new, culture and modernity, tech and simplicity.…

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Madurai junction train fire | 42 passengers who survived tragedy reach Lucknow

Forty-two passengers from Uttar Pradesh who survived the fire that broke out on a Rameswaram-bound train in Tamil Nadu reached Lucknow via Delhi and Chennai

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Property prices shoot up as Chennai Metro project makes a steady progress

Chennai Metro Rail has been a boon to the real estate sector, with land and property prices increasing by 20-40% in the last decade. Locations close to Metro command a premium, but prices on interior roads remain stagnant. Completion of projects is key to real estate price appreciation.

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Chennai district green committee inspects Shenoy Nagar park on High Court directions

Collector M. Aruna headed Chennai district green committee conducted joint inspection of Thiru Vi Ka Park w/ 5-member committee appointed by Madras High Court to suggest steps for restoration. CMRL had cut trees for metro rail work & promised to restore, but failed. Court intervened & ordered joint inspection by…

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Upbeat music and impromptu dance make The Hindu’s Festival of Chennai celebrations special

Chennai's 'Festival of Chennai' is bringing music, film and joy to the city! Music on Wheels, a double-decker bus hosting music shows, and Moonlight Cinema sessions on the beach are delighting locals. The festival is in partnership with Greater Chennai Corporation and other partners, and is a celebration of Chennai's…

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Vijayawada customs officials seize 11 kg ‘smuggled’ gold from a man

Customs (Preventive) Commissionerate, Vijayawada seized 4.3kg gold from a person smuggling it from Chennai to Vijayawada. Further searches led to 6.8kg gold jewellery and foreign currency worth ₹1.5 lakh. Accused arrested and sent to 13-day judicial custody. Over 70kg gold worth Rs.40 crores seized in last two years.

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SCR announces cancellation of trains in Vijayawada Division due to maintenance work

SCR cancels/diverts trains in Vijayawada Division due to maintenance. Trains between Vijayawada-Bitragunta, Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada-Gudur, Guntur-Visakhapatnam, Bitragunta-Chennai, Kakinada Port-Visakhapatnam, Rajamahendravaram-Visakhapatnam cancelled from August 28 to September 3.

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Praggnanandhaa takes a giant leap, achieves career-high 2727.2 rating to become India No. 3, World No. 20

NAGPUR: Youngest World Cup chess finalist R Praggnanandhaa has reached a new high in his budding career. The 18-year-old has jumped nine places to achieve a career-high 20th rank in the world and has become India's new No. 3 behind his Chennai mates D Gukesh and mentor Viswanathan Anand.

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Nine tourists from Lucknow charred to death in railway coach at Madurai junction

At least four people died in a fire at Madurai railway station, caused by an illegal gas cylinder. Ex-gratia of ₹10 lakh has been announced to the family of the deceased. Fire service personnel extinguished the blaze by 7.15 a.m. The passengers had illegally smuggled the cylinder and were travelling…

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ICG conducts District Commanders’ and Works Conference in Chennai

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Cricket World Cup 2023: ICC’s head curator inspects Chepauk Stadium

Chennai's M.A. Chidambaram Stadium to host India's first WC match vs. Australia on Oct. 8. ICC's head curator Andy Atkinson delighted with all the facilities and work done. New LED lights installed in floodlight towers, 40-50% more energy efficient. Stadium underwent revamp with new stands opened before India-Australia ODI in…

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ICMR-NITM orientation training programme for govt. officers from Karnataka and Goa in Belagavi today

ICMR-NITM to host one-day orientation training on “Role of laboratory in Disease Surveillance” in Belagavi for officials from Karnataka & Goa. Aim is to strengthen outbreak investigation activities in the region. Scientists from ICMR-NIE, Chennai & ICMR-NIV, Pune to interact with participants. ICMR-NITM has identified outbreaks of cholera, hepatitis, diphtheria…

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CCB arrests two more in Sri Lankan Nationals case

CCB sleuths arrest two more in Sri Lankan nationals case; duo were helping trio flee country. Kingpin of network is Jalal, running drug racket in SL; tasked Jai Paramesh to keep trio safe in Bengaluru. Mansoor from Chennai tasked to provide ₹50 lakh, Anbazhagan from Vivek Nagar tasked to create…

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South Central Railway commissions longest 2.2 km rail-on-rail flyover on Gudur–Manubolu section

SCR commissions longest RoR flyover (2.2km) on Gudur-Manubolu section to facilitate cross-movement of trains between Vijayawada-Renigunta and Chennai-Vijayawada, avoiding detentions. PSC girders and slabs were used with high-grade concrete and structural steel for its substructure. Flyover will improve train speed and operational efficiency.

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India | Photography and the return of analogue

Digital revulsion and an uptick in printing and processing workshops, access to community darkrooms and homegrown cameras are fuelling the trend in India. Not to mention the exposure provided by players such as the Chennai Photo Biennale and CYStudios

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