The New Indian Express Chennai - April 28, 2025

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April 28, 2025

NIA takes over probe, forces ready to strike

HEADS-UP: CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF MEETS RAJNATH SINGH NAVY CONDUCTS WAR DRILLS IN ARABIAN SEA

1 min

Hackers Steal Data From Labour Dept's Sites Twice in 2024

PERSONAL information of lakhs of employers and their staff from across Tamil Nadu has been stolen from the state government's labour department portal twice in the last year.

4 mins

Cabinet rejig: Balaji, Ponmudy out, Thangaraj in

TAMIL NADU Ministers V Senthil Balaji and K Ponmudy resigned from the Cabinet on Sunday and their portfolios have been re-allocated among Ministers S S Sivasankar, S Muthusamy and R S Rajakannappan.

2 mins

China Calls For Restraint, Backs Impartial Probe

Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, China on Sunday urged restraint by both sides.

1 min

PM Vows 'Harshest Punishment' for Conspirators

PRIME Minister Narendra Modi has assured that the families of the victims of the recent Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir will receive justice, and the perpetrators and conspirators will face the harshest response ever imagined.

1 min

Expect More 'Torpedoes' in Trump's Next 100 Days

US President Donald Trump, who completes 100 days in power on April 29, will spend his next 100 days of his presidency to seal trade and peace pacts, media reports quoting White House officials said.

1 min

Steel bridges on way to Sathuragiri Hills to prevent flash flood tragedies

It’s quite a trek to reach the famous Sundara Mahalingam vamy Temple situated on top of the Sathuragiri Hills, with the fear of flash floods only adding to the woes. But it won’t be an uphill struggle for the devotees in near future, according to HR&CE officials, as walking the long and tiring distance will be made easier with the likely coming of seven steel bridges across streams along the seven-km trekking path, which will also keep the fear of potential flash floods at bay.

2 mins

Step out of fields, market your produce: V-P to farmers

FARMERS must step out of their fields and get involved in marketing their produce, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Sunday.

1 min

You can soon buy tender coconuts from stalls at five railway stations

In a first, Southern Railway has allowed farmers to set up tender coconut stalls on platforms in five prominent stations in the Madurai railway division.

1 min

We feel safe, at home in TN: Kashmiri students

In other states, we were forced to hide, but here, people reached out with messages of solidarity, say J&K students

2 mins

Strict enforcement of traffic rules: Fatalities down 14%

FATALITIES on Chennai roads have dropped by 14% in 2025, from January 1 to April 25, compared to the same period in 2024, said a press note from the Greater Chennai Traffic Police (GCTP).

1 min

Few takers for BCom, colleges on course for change

Many colleges which launched several commerce courses and in multiple shifts, riding the wave of popularity of BCom (bachelor in commerce), are now struggling to fill seats and drifting away to keep their head above water.

1 min

Bizman hit by partner over ₹6.5K payment, dies, 6 held

SIX people were arrested after a 47-year-old man died a few hours after he was allegedly manhandled by his business partner during an argument on Friday.

1 min

Sanitary staff face harassment from supervisors in Ambattur

FEMALE sanitary workers in ward 84 under Ambattur zone are alleging sexual harassment and unreasonable demands by their supervising staff.

2 mins

Co-op dept urges apex bank via NABARD to ease rules

AFTER a section of the gold loan customers of the cooperative banks in the state expressed difficulty in repaying the principal and interest on a monthly basis as per the recent directive of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for jewel loans above ₹2 lakh, the cooperation department has approached the RBI through NABARD, requesting relaxation of the monthly repayment norms.

1 min

Regularisation Norms Relaxed for Houses Across TN

The state government has relaxed the norms for regularisation of residential encroachments in Chennai and surrounding areas (Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram and Tiruvallur).

2 mins

Banks Use System Loopholes to Comply With RBI Gold Loan Norms

Adopt various strategies to achieve financial objectives and maintain customer satisfaction

4 mins

Quarries' Assn Agrees to Cut Sand Price: TN

The state on Sunday said the Tamil Nadu Stone Quarries, Crusher Units and Lorry Owners Association has agreed to bring down the prices of crushed stone, M-Sand and P-Sand by ₹1,000 per tonne, which was hiked from April 22.

1 min

TVK will form transparent govt, says Vijay, urges cadre to make polling a fest

TAMILAGA Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) founder Vijay urged functionaries to help people cast their votes to their party and make polling a celebration akin to temple festivals.

1 min

Udhaya Inaugurates 132 Projects Worth ₹82 Crore

DEPUTY Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin laid the foundation stone for 132 new projects worth ₹82.14 crore, including the construction of a 6,500-sqm international standard hockey stadium with artificial turf at a cost of ₹9.67 crore, in Coimbatore on Sunday.

1 min

I shut door to Vijay like I did to AIADMK: Thiruma

THE Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) will never join any alliance that includes BJP or PMK, said party leader Thol Thirumavalavan in Puducherry on Saturday night.

1 min

Singhvi Defends SC Verdict in Guv Case, Says Constitution Is Supreme

Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi refuted criticisms being made against the recent landmark judgment of the Supreme Court in Tamil Nadu's case against its governor and said it is the Constitution that is supreme and not the other three pillars of legislature, executive, or the judiciary.

1 min

Nilgiris Pregnant Elephant Dies of Worm Infection

A 25-year-old pregnant wild elephant was found dead in the Nilgiris forest division, likely due to liver infection and intestinal worms, according to a postmortem conducted on Saturday.

1 min

Stir as son abandons 90-yr-old mom

AFTER a 90-year-old woman was abandoned by her children on the roadside, residents of Poothupatti village near Palacode on Sunday.

1 min

2 Malayalam Film Directors Arrested for Drug Possession

In a recent incident related to drug abuse in the Malayalam film industry, two directors were arrested with ganja from an apartment in Kochi.

1 min

6, including 2 children, killed in collision near Nanguneri

AT least six people, including two children, were killed in a collision involving two cars on the Tirunelveli-Kanniyakumari National Highway at Thalapathisamuthiram village near Nanguneri on Sunday evening.

1 min

A Hindu Warrior's Forgotten Sacrifice in Karbala

The barbaric Pahalgam massacre brings this unsung history to mind in response. The Battle of Karbala took place on the tenth day of the Arabic month of Muharram in 680 CE at Karbala in present-day Iraq.

4 mins

Southern Seize: Provocations and Priorities

Peninsular politics was shaped by a blend of resistance to and collaboration with Delhi. But the current tensions show the need to do more if the region is to maintain its political space

4 mins

Tourism will bounce back: J&K associations

TOURISM in Kashmir, which was on the rise since Covid, has received a setback after the killing of 26 civilians on Tuesday in Pahalgam, but hoteliers and other stakeholders are confident of it bouncing back.

1 min

Buzz returns as tourists trickle in to Pahalgam

RESILIENCE has triumphed over terror and fear as tourists have begun returning to Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, where terrorists killed 26 people in one of the deadliest terror attacks on civilians in over three decades long militancy.

1 min

After bloodbath in meadow: Country needs to pause, think and act

HE savagery at Baisaran meadows by Islamist terrorists is reminiscent of ISIS's brutality in dealing with their hostages. The massacre of 26 men in front of their wives and children—that too along religious lines—was spine-chilling.

4 mins

Indian, Pak forces trade gunfire; tensions escalate

Indian, Pak forces trade gunfire; tensions escalate

2 mins

Cross-border families crumble as tensions rise

THE heightened tension in India-Pakistan relations since the terror attack in Pahalgam has disrupted the lives of countless ordinary folk. Taking a tough stance, the Indian government has revoked the visas of Pakistani citizens and directed them to return to their country.

3 mins

Houses of 3 more terrorists razed amid J&K crackdown

HOUSES of three more alleged active terrorists were demolished in Bandipora, Pulwama and Shopian districts of Jammu and Kashmir as security forces continued their crackdown on the terror ecosystem in the Union Territory following the Pahalgam attack.

2 mins

Assam to act against Aadhaar holders out of NRC

THE Assam government on Sunday announced a crackdown on Aadhaar card holders who did not apply to get their names included in the National Register of Citizens (NRC).

2 mins

7 C'garh University Teachers Booked for 'Forcing' Students to Offer Namaz

Students allege coercion

1 min

Canada car attack suspect had mental issues, 11 dead: Police

THE suspect in a Canadian car-ramming attack that left 11 dead at a Filipino street party acted deliberately and had a history of mental health problems, police said Sunday, warning the toll could rise.

1 min

Israeli hits in Gaza Strip kill 63, say Palestinian officials

HOSPITALS in the Gaza Strip received the remains of 51 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes in the past 24 hours, the local Health Ministry said Sunday, bringing the Palestinian death toll from the 18-month-old Israel-Hamas war to 52,347.

1 min

Russia Launches 150 Drones Against Ukraine

At least 3 dead, 4 injured in airstrikes on Kostyantynivka in Donetsk; Ukrainian officials say fight in Kursk still ongoing

1 min

Donald Trump Urges 'Free' Transit for US Ships via Panama, Suez Canals

US President Donald Trump on Saturday urged free transit for American commercial and military ships through the Panama and Suez canals, tasking his secretary of state with making progress \"immediately.\"

1 min

Sarvam to build first homegrown AI model

THE Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) has selected Sarvam AI, a start-up founded in July 2023, to develop India's first homegrown foundational AI model.

1 min

AI Is Revolutionizing Wealth Management For HNIs

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a buzzword—it's a game-changer. With rising market volatility, uncertain economic fluctuations, and shifting tax regimes, high net worth individuals (HNIs) and ultra-high net worth individuals (UHNIs) are looking for smarter ways to protect and grow their wealth.

2 mins

Caveat Emptor—Let Buyer Beware

In most of my B-School classes, my students would be asked to maintain a simulated real-time portfolio.

2 mins

Markets likely to remain volatile this week

Sentiments weakened due to geopolitical developments; analysts ask to maintain cautious approach

2 mins

India Inc Welcomes Electronics Manufacturing Scheme Launch

INDUSTRY leaders have welcomed the launch of the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) 2025, aimed at boosting domestic production and exports in the country's electronics manufacturing sector.

1 min

Lower dependence on exports cushions us from external spillovers: RBI governor

WITH the advanced economies facing headwinds amidst the deteriorating global economic outlook, India continues to offer strong growth and stability, RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra has said.

1 min

Bowlers back with a bang

After seeing batters dominate in 2024, they have ceded some ground to pacers thanks to various factors including application of saliva

3 mins

Barcelona Edge Rivals Real Madrid in Wild, Ugly Copa del Rey Final

BARCELONA defender Jules Kounde struck deep in extra-time to decide a gripping Copa del Rey Clasico final on Saturday in Seville, earning his side a 3-2 win over rivals Real Madrid.

1 min

Rana, Pratika help India beat Sri Lanka

COMEBACK star Sneh Rana once again showed why she belongs in the Indian ODI setup with a three-fer as India women beat Sri Lanka in the first match of the tri-series in Colombo on Sunday.

1 min

Sindhu & Co suffer 1-4 loss in Sudirman Cup

INDIAN shuttlers had a tough day at the office on Sunday. By the time double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu walked into the court, India's fate was already sealed.

1 min

Mumbai juggernaut continues, crush LSG

IN-FORM Mumbai Indians extended their winning run with a 54-run hammering of Lucknow Super Giants, recording their fifth consecutive victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL) here on Sunday.

1 min

Hazlewood Bringing the Josh to RCB

IN episode three of the RCB Auction Planning Docu Series, available on YouTube, the team management sits and discusses their options for the pace attack.

2 mins

No Other Actor Would Have Agreed To Do Tourist Family

Sasikumar, who will next be seen in Tourist Family, speaks about his favourite aspect of his role in the film, working with more than ten debut directors, his plans to re-release Easan, and more

5 mins

Aesthetics of daily life

When the camera slips from the grip of casteist and colonial gatekeepers, it finds new ways to see. It lingers on daily life, catches the blush of celebrations, the weight of grief, the shape of land and longing.

3 mins

Building blocks for a finer future

OR 97 years, Madras Seva Sadan has been an institute for inclusivity, learning, and empowerment. Now, as it gets closer to its 100th year of establishment in 2028, the organisation is adding new strands to its illustrious history by starting initiatives that combine education, skill improvement, and sports excellence.

2 mins

A Classical Conundrum

Juxtaposing the pedagogy of Bharatanatyam 'then' and 'now' with renowned dancer Padma Bhushan recipient Alarmel Valli

3 mins

The Interconnected World of Humans and Animals

When Arion Press celebrated its 50th anniversary, it chose to create a special edition of the timeless classic, Aesop's Fables.

2 mins

Kayadu Lohar joins cast of STR 49

ON Sunday, Dawn Pictures, the production banner of Silambarasan TR's 49th film, announced that Dragon-fame Kayadu Lohar has joined the cast of the film.

1 min

Emma Mackey Joins Greta Gerwig's Narnia

EMMA Mackey is all set to play the evil queen, the White Witch, in the upcoming adaptation of C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia books.

1 min

Martin Scorsese onboards Homebound as executive producer

Legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese has come on board as an executive producer for Neeraj Ghaywan's sophomore feature Homebound.

1 min

Michael B. Jordan's Thomas Crown Affair to Release in 2027

ACTOR-director Michael B. Jordan's upcoming reimagining of The Thomas Crown Affair, the 1968 Steve McQueen-Faye Dunaway starrer, will be released in theaters on March 5, 2027, by Amazon MGM Studios.

1 min

Idly Kadai wraps filming

The makers of Dhanush's much-anticipated film Idly Kadai announced on Saturday that the film has officially wrapped shooting in Bangkok, Thailand.

1 min

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