The New Indian Express Coimbatore - April 25, 2025
The New Indian Express Coimbatore - April 25, 2025
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April 25, 2025
Support amid queries at all-party meet
AT an all-party meeting convened by the government on Thursday, Opposition MPs questioned the security lapses behind the Pahalgam massacre, but assured that they were with the Centre on combating terrorism.
1 min
Pink autos on wrong route? Men drive women-only vehicles, lug goods
THE state government's Pink Auto Scheme — launched with an eye on economically empowering women and enhancing the safety of women passengers — seems to have at least partially failed in its objective, as many of these pink autos are now being driven by men.
1 min
Renowned gynaecologist Dr Kousalya dies at 93
RENOWNED gynaecologist and life trustee of Gandhigram Trust Dr R Kousalya Devi passed away in Dindigul on Thursday morning following prolonged illness. She was 93.
1 min
ED Summons Tasmac MD & 3 Officials in ₹1,000 Cr Money Laundering Probe
Action comes day after HC order; officials had earlier alleged harassment by ED during raid
1 min
Hold digital survey for mining small minerals
AN environmental outfit comprising mainly farmers has urged the Tamil Nadu government to issue computerised slips and hold digital survey for taking minor minerals from stone quarries.
1 min
Cattle Trader Kills Woman in Sexual Assault Bid, Held
SALEM district police arrested a 43-year-old cattle trader in connection with the murder of a woman on Thursday.
1 min
SIT to probe into illegal mining in 241 Thadagam brickkilns after HC order
ACTIVISTS in Thadagam Valley welcomed the Madras High Court's April 17 order directing the special investigation team (SIT) to investigate the remaining fields in the Thadagam valley to ascertain illegal mining which is affecting the movement of wild elephants along their corridor in the Perur taluk of Coimbatore district.
1 min
Defamation: HC grants relief to Palaniswami
The Madras High Court has stayed the proceedings in the criminal defamation case filed against AIADMK general secretary and leader of Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswamy by former AIADMK MP KC Palanisamy in a Coimbatore court.
1 min
Woraiyur scare spreads, nearby residents now prefer water cans & purifiers
THE recent deaths of four people and the hospitalisation of several others in and around Woraiyur, allegedly after consuming the potable water supplied by the city corporation, has triggered fear not just among local residents but those in other wards, as well as several of them now take precautionary measures like using water purifiers and switching to buying water from private dealers to satiate their needs.
1 min
Govt Response Sought on PIL Seeking Min's Disqualification
The Madras High Court on Thursday directed the state government to file a counter-affidavit to the public interest litigation petition praying for disqualification of Minister for Forests K Ponmudy for violating the oath of office by making derogatory speech against Saivism, Vaishnavism and women.
1 min
Students Body Urges V-Cs to Boycott Guv Conference
FEDERATION of student organisations, Tamil Nadu (FSO-TN) urged the vice chancellors of universities not to participate in the conference convened by the Governor RN Ravi in Ooty on April 25 and 26.
1 min
Another assets case revived against Duraimurugan, court gets 6 months to dispose of it
A day after setting aside the order of discharge of Minister for Water Resources and DMK general secretary Duraimurugan from a 2002 disproportionate assets case, the Madras High Court on Thursday revived another such case against him and ordered the trial court to dispose of it within six months.
1 min
First protection order under TNPHW Act in western region invoked
A protection order under the recently amended Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Harassment of Women (Amendment) Act 2025, which bars an accused from establishing contact with the victim, has been invoked in a case booked at Mettupalayam police limit in the district.
1 min
11-yr-old Ariyalur boy drowns in well in bid to save mother
AN 11-year-old boy drowned in a farm well near Keezhapalur in the district while attempting to save his mother who accidentally fell into it on Thursday.
1 min
Worker dies after falling off hosp building
A day after a guest worker from West Bengal was injured in a train accident and admitted to Tiruppur Government Hospital, he died after falling from the fourth floor of the hospital building on Thursday.
1 min
Two K'taka Pahalgam victims laid to rest with state honours
The last rites of Bharat Bhushan and Manjunath Rao, the two tourists from Karnataka who were killed in a Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir, were performed with state honours on Thursday.
1 min
Fire at Thanjai GH labour block, 137 patients shifted
A total of 137 patients in the labour block of the Government Raja Mirasdar Hospital (RMH) in Thanjavur were shifted to safety after a fire broke out in one of the rooms of the three-storeyed building around Thursday afternoon.
1 min
For a Smarter, Not Smaller, Govt
Deregulation has become a new buzzword that one hears often these days with the coming in of the department of government efficiency in the US and Javier Milei in Argentina.
3 mins
War Clouds Gather Over South Asia
While preparing an appropriate response to the Pahalgam attack, Islamabad's realignment with Dhaka should be kept in view. Pakistan Army seems concerned of US support for India
4 mins
Terror Can't Extinguish Our Indomitable Spirit: J&K Parties' Resolution
An all-party meeting convened by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday passed a unanimous resolution condemning the terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam and supporting the Centre's efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice.
1 min
Simla Accord Cornerstone of India-Pak Ties
The Simla Agreement, signed on July 2, 1972, between Indira Gandhi and Zulfikar Ali Bhutto has been a cornerstone of India-Pakistan relations.
1 min
No visa to Pak nationals: India
NEW DELHI on Thursday briefed envoys from across the globe, including the US, the UK, France, China, and Russia, on the Pahalgam terror attack and its link to cross-border terrorism even as it stopped issuing visas to Pakistan nationals.
1 min
Pak terror link established, 3 LeT terrorists identified
IN the first breakthrough in the ongoing probe into the Pahalgam terror attack, security agencies have identified the three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists involved in gruesome killings of tourists.
2 mins
Pahalgam shadow over Fawad Khan-starrer Abir Gulaal
HINDI romantic-comedy film 'Abir Gulal' featuring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan in the lead has run into rough weather as the Government on Thursday decided not to allow its release in India.
1 min
Treaty suspended, India may allow water storage projects on Indus basin
AFTER suspending the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terrorist attack, India is toying with jacking up the capacity of existing reservoirs on the Indus Basin rivers flowing into Pakistan and withholding crucial rainfall data in the basin area from that country.
1 min
I'm proud of my son who took bullets to save lives of tourists, says Adil's father
Except forces' movement, shops & restaurants, earlier brimming with visitors, remain shut
2 mins
Assam MLA held over 'misleading' remarks on attack
An MLA of Assam's Opposition party All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), Aminul Islam, was arrested on Thursday for linking the BJP-led Central government to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 people dead.
1 min
Talks on as BSF jawan enters Pak, detained
A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan was detained by Pakistan Rangers after he accidentally crossed the Punjab border into the neighbouring country, and talks are on between the two forces to secure his release, officials said on Thursday.
1 min
Panic-stricken Tourists
Across Kashmir have welcomed tourists from different parts of the country, offering them with \"free accommodation, langar (community meals), safety and comfort during this critical time.
1 min
What will happen to Shahnaaz Shahid of Karachi?
WITH the Centre's directives to Pakistani nationals living in India to leave the country within 48 hours following the Pahalgam massacre, the way forward for Shahnaaz Shahid of Karachi seems difficult as she has lost her travel documents, including her passport and visa documents, after coming to India.
1 min
Scramble at Attari as Pak nationals rush to leave, Afghan trade uncertain
Since Thursday morning, Pakistani nationals currently visiting India have been making a beeline for the Attari-Wagah border to return to their country.
2 mins
Trump Appalled by Russian Barrage of Missiles on Kyiv...
RUSSIA attacked Kyiv with an hourslong barrage of missiles and drones, killing at least nine people and injuring more than 70 in its deadliest assault on the Ukrainian capital since last July and just as peace efforts are coming to a head.
2 mins
Urges Putin to Stop Kyiv Attacks in Rare Rebuke
US President Donald Trump on Thursday offered rare criticism of Vladimir Putin, urging the Russian leader to \"stop!\" after a deadly barrage of attacks on Kyiv, Ukraine's capital.
1 min
China denies talks with US to reach deal
CHINA on Thursday denied any suggestion that it was in active negotiations with the administration of US President Donald Trump over tariffs, saying that any notion of progress in the matter was as groundless as \"trying to catch the wind.\"
1 min
Smoke from New Jersey wildfire to affect quality of air in New York City
A fast-moving wildfire engulfing part of New Jersey's Pine Barrens was expected to grow Thursday, with smoke affecting the air quality in the New York City area before rain arrives this week, authorities said.
1 min
Devyani buys majority stake in Biryani by Kilo
DEVYANI INTERNATIONAL, which operates quick service restaurants (QSR) like KFC and Pizza Hut, has acquired an 80.72% stake in Sky Gate Hospitality, the parent company of Biryani by Kilo.
1 min
ED raids Gensol, detains co-promoter
THE Enforcement Directorate Thursday conducted searches against beleaguered Gensol Engineering Ltd and detained its co-promoter Puneet Singh Jaggi from a Delhi hotel, official sources said.
1 min
SAMHI to sell 35% stake to GIC for ₹752 crore
SINGAPORE's sovereign wealth fund, GIC, is acquiring a 35% stake in three subsidiaries of SAMHI Hotels—Courtyard & Fairfield by Marriott (Bengaluru ORR), Hyatt Regency Pune and the recently acquired Trinity Hotel in Whitefield, Bengaluru—for an investment of Rs 752 crore.
2 mins
India's Total Wireless Mobile User Base Falls by 3 mn in Q4
INDIA's total wireless mobile subscriber base declined by 3.07 million in the quarter ending December 2024, according to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).
1 min
Airlines warn passengers of disruption due to Pak airspace closure
TWO of India's largest airlines -- IndiGo and Air India -- have warned passengers of service disruptions following Pakistan closing its airspace to Indian airlines.
1 min
Nestle, HUL Post Weak Q4 Numbers
Nestle India net profit falls 5.2% to ₹885 crore; HUL net profit rises 3.67% to ₹2,464 crore
2 mins
Microsoft India & South Asia rejigs top deck; appoints COO, HR head
MICROSOFT on Thursday announced that Himani Agrawal has been elevated as chief operating officer (COO), Microsoft India & South Asia.
1 min
Airtel seeks conversion of spectrum dues into equity
AFTER Vodafone Idea, Bharti Airtel has approached the government for conversion of its deferred spectrum dues into equity.
1 min
Arsenal lacked 'energy' in 2-2 draw vs Palace
MIKEL Arteta admitted Arsenal have to get their \"energy\" back for the Champions League showdown with Paris Saint-Germain after a lacklustre 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace left Liverpool on the brink of winning the Premier League.
1 min
Wadhera aims to be known as match-winner
KNOWING that you are good rather than just being good, and retaliating at the right time after soaking up the pressure have been imperative to Nehal Wadhera's success with Punjab Kings in this IPL season.
1 min
Desperate Super Kings seek victory to stay alive
WHEN the 2025 Indian Premier League season began, neither Chennai Super Kings nor Sunrisers Hyderabad would have thought they would be where they are at the moment.
2 mins
Royal show: Bengaluru finally feels the Josh
IT has been the template for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Let Virat Kohli do what he does best while trying to build a batting line-up that complements him. Over the years, they have struggled to get the combination right, but this year that is not the case. And it was clear from their first game that Phil Salt and Devdutt Padikkal play aggressors allowing Kohli to pace his innings.
1 min
Record players Praveen, Animesh steal show on last day
THE concluding day of the 28th National Federation cup athletic meet here witnessed some exciting action.
2 mins
Listen Up: Can Your Headphones Cause Permanent Hearing Loss?
If you own a smartphone, chances are that you spend a good amount of time wearing headphones—bluetooth earbuds, wired earphones, or over-the-ear models. These audio accessories have become part of our daily routines, helping us stay connected, enjoy entertainment, and stay focused during workouts, work sessions, or relaxation. But as headphones become more common, health experts are sounding alarm bells: could your listening habits be damaging your hearing?
2 mins
Meta Platforms Set to Launch Ray-Ban Smart Glasses in India: Here's How They Work
ETA, led by Mark Zuckerberg, is expanding its Ray-Ban smart glasses to new markets, including India, Mexico, and the UAE.
1 min
Human-agent collaboration: Microsoft Copilot gets major upgrade
ECH leaders across the world are now leveraging AI capabilities, especially the collaboration between humans and agents (which can reason, plan as well as act).
1 min
Artificial Intelligence Is a Necessity, Not a Choice
With the increased adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across every line of business, Rajeev Singh, vice-president and business head for midmarket & emerging business at SAP India, said AI will be a necessity and not a choice for organizations in the times to come and that it will be an integral part of every business.
2 mins
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