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February 11, 2025

55-Year-Old Captive Elephant Dies in Ulanthy Forest Range

A 55-year-old captive elephant, Ramu, died at Varagaliyar camp in Ulanthy forest range in Pollachi forest division of Anamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR) on Monday.

1 min

Thiruparankundram: Mutt moves HC, demands Jain site status for hill

SWASTHI Shri Laxmisena Bhattarak Bhattacharya Maha Swamigal of Sri Jina Kanchi Jain Mutt in Villupuram filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) petition before the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, seeking direction to declare the Thiruparankundram Hill in Madurai as 'Samanar Kundru' and forbear any activity in the hill that are against Jain principles.

1 min

Veerappan's kin wants ₹20 lakh for 'custodial death', court junks plea

THE Madras High Court has dismissed a petition filed by the son of sandalwood smuggler Veerappan's brother-in-law G Arjunan seeking a ₹20 lakh compensation for the alleged custodial death of his father.

1 min

As TN officials tighten grip, monkey smuggling jumps over to Andamans

In a first, Customs at Port Blair airport seizes eight exotic monkeys from 2 Tamil-origin men

2 mins

Don Hints at New Tariffs Ahead of Modi's US Visit

Trump likely to announce additional 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum

1 min

PMK advocates forum plans protest seeking caste census

PMK-affiliated Advocates Forum for Social Justice, along with various caste-based organisations, has announced a massive protest in Chennai, urging the state government to conduct a caste census. They argue such a survey is essential to ensure equitable reservation for all communities based on their population.

1 min

From 3K MW this month, TN power deficit may touch 4.7K MW in April

THE state's electricity demand during evening peak hours stands at 18,600 MW in February, while the available supply is only 15,646 MW, a deficit of 2,954 MW, as per the Central Electricity report.

1 min

Despite Erode loss, Seeman says Periyar jibe just a start

NTK chief coordinator Seeman has once again targeted Dravidian ideologue Periyar EV Ramasamy.

1 min

VCK seeks independent inquiry commission to probe Vengaivayal

VIDUTHALAI Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) has urged Chief Minister MK Stalin to constitute an independent one-member inquiry commission, led by a retired Supreme Court or High Court judge, to probe into the Vengaivayal issue.

1 min

Inaction of Modi, Shah worsened Manipur situation: Kani

DMK Deputy General Secretary Kanimozhi Karunanidhi criticised the BJP-led Manipur state government and the BJP's central leadership for the ongoing riots in the northeast, saying not just former Manipur CM Biren Singh, PM Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah should also take the responsibility for the Manipur violence and the death of hundreds of people.

1 min

Political strategist Prashant Kishore meets Vijay; no official statement from either side

WITH just one more year to go for the Assembly election, political strategist Prashant Kishore met Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and actor Vijay at the party's headquarters in Panaiyur on Monday.

1 min

PM Interacts With Students of Pondy on Exams

The Directorate of School Education organised a discussion programme on examinations under PM Narendra Modi's Pariksha Pe Charcha initiative at Kamban Kalaiarangam on Monday.

1 min

7 BRS MLAs fear defection law, want to rejoin party

Legislators who joined Congress recently holding talks with BRS leaders

1 min

Residents of Yesalam village protest encroachment in pond, burial ground

Residents from Yesalam village in Vikravandi taluk staged a protest on Monday, demanding the removal of encroachments on a pond, burial ground, and drain.

1 min

What The Budget Can't Do For Enterprising Women

The Union budget for 2025-26 promises rural prosperity and resilience through greater participation of women in the workforce and a boost for their entrepreneurial opportunities.

3 mins

DECADE OF ACT EAST & THE NEED FOR CLOSER TIES

Though the Act East policy has brought us closer, India and ASEAN countries still view each other as glasses half empty. There is need and scope for improvement in the ties

4 mins

'No threat to Mann govt, Delhi meet to discuss party strategy'

AP MP from Anadpur Sahib Malvinder Singh Kang counters Leader of Opposition in the Punjab Assembly and says the meeting of party MLAs in Delhi is to take stocks of the situation and prepare the future strategy of the party.

2 mins

'Look forward to meeting my friend Trump'

\"I look forward to meeting my friend, President Trump,\" said Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing his upcoming visit to Washington as an opportunity to strengthen and expand the partnership, particularly in technology, trade, defense, energy, and supply chain resilience.

1 min

'Process of AAP disintegration in Punjab has already started'

SENIOR Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Punjab Assembly Partap Singh Bajwa says that the process of AAP disintegration has started and it will evaporate soon.

2 mins

Amid fissures in INDIA bloc unity, Cong netas speak in different voices

The demoralising defeat of the INDIA bloc parties - AAP and Congress - in the Delhi assembly elections has brought out the internal contradictions in the grand old party, with leaders appearing to be not on the same page on its alliance strategies.

2 mins

Plea on passive euthanasia for rabies patients deferred

THE Supreme Court would hear after two weeks the plea filed by the NGO, All Creatures Great and Small (ACGAS), seeking the right to passive euthanasia for rabies patients.

1 min

Concerned over declining participation of MPs: Birla

LOK Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday flagged the declining participation of members in legislative proceedings and resulting political logjam.

1 min

India, US likely to step up consular ties

In light of the challenges posed by illegal migration and delays in the US visa process, India and the US are set to step up their consular cooperation during PM Narendra Modi's visit to the U.S., sources familiar with the matter told this newspaper.

3 mins

Exams are not everything: PM's tip to schoolkids at Pariksha Pe Charcha

FROM nutrition to mastering pressure, leadership lessons to going beyond marks, PM Narendra Modi on Monday shared some crucial tips with schoolchildren about how to succeed in life and not just exams during the eighth edition of his annual 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' broadcast.

1 min

Stricter law to regulate online gaming, gambling

HARSHER REGULATIONS NEEDED

1 min

Patole Meets Rahul, Cong All Set to Go for Maha Rejig

MAHARASHTRA Congress president Nana Patole met with Lok Sabha MP and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday, sparking speculation about a major overhaul in the state Congress unit.

1 min

Outrage over YouTuber's 'perverted' remarks, crass jokes; complaint lodged

THE Mumbai police on Monday filed a complaint against YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known for his BeerBiceps brand, over an objectionable comment on the 'India's Got Latent' show, which forced him to issue a public apology.

1 min

Shah to firm up strategy for J&K Budget session

HOME Minister Amit Shah would meet all 28 BJP legislators to formulate the party's aggressive strategy ahead of the budget session of Jammu and Kashmir Assembly scheduled from March 3 in Jammu.

1 min

Diversity: In a 1st, scientific assessment of animal species at PTR in Jharkhand

IN a first, Rapid Faunal Survey is being conducted in Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR) to identify the micro and small animals.

2 mins

40-km-long traffic jams Kumbh entry

DESPITE the completion of three Amrit Snans on Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya, and Basant Panchami—when millions took a holy dip at the Sangam—the continuous influx of devotees is causing significant disruptions in Prayagraj and other destinations, including Ayodhya and Kashi, resulting in long hours of traffic jams.

2 mins

Kosovo Prime Minister hunts for allies after failing to win majority in House

KOSOVO Prime Minister Albin Kurti's leftwing party won most seats in the weekend parliamentary election but was left without a majority in the house, forcing it to look for an ally to form the next government, according to preliminary results released Monday.

1 min

Hamas Indefinitely Postpones Next Swap

A Hamas spokesman on Monday accused Israel of violating the ceasefire agreement with the group, including targeting Palestinians in Gaza with airstrikes, and said that next Saturday's hostage release would be delayed till further notice.

1 min

Trump says his offer for Canada to become 51st US state is for real

President Donald Trump said he is serious about wanting Canada to become the 51st state in an interview that aired Sunday during the Super Bowl preshow.

1 min

BSNL receives ₹6,000 crore for expansion of 4G

STATE-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) have received another relief package worth ₹6,000 crore for the expansion of their 4G rollout plans.

1 min

INR continues to fall on tariff worries, witnesses low of 87.95

US tariff, fund outgo hit mkt

1 min

Nykaa Q3 profit surges 61% to ₹26 cr, revenue from ops up 27%

FSN E-Commerce Ventures, parent company of beauty and fashion brand Nykaa, on Monday posted a 61% jump in its consolidated net profit to ₹26.12 crore for the third quarter ended December 2024 as against ₹16.18 crore in the year-ago period.

1 min

Valuation, US tariff concerns weigh on mkt

Bigger pain felt in smallcap, midcap segments with these indices falling 11% and 8%, respectively, in 2025; currency

2 mins

Fund manager Naren's take on SIP sparks debate in MF industry

ICICI Pru AMC's fund manager S Naren's take on systematic investment plans (SIPs) has sparked a debate in the mutual fund industry.

2 mins

Gold hits $2,930/ounce; crosses ₹88k mark in Delhi

THE gold spot price shot past the $2930 mark earlier in the day on Monday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange as the demand for the yellow metal soared after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports into the US.

1 min

Trainees struggle to clear IT firms' assessment tests

AS IT companies have adopted stringent assessment processes, a large number of trainees are failing to clear the test, thereby losing their jobs.

1 min

Eicher Appoints Lal as Chairman; Vinod Aggarwal, B Govindarajan Take Key Roles

AUTO major Eicher Motors Limited (EML) on Monday announced the appointment of Siddhartha Lal as the executive Chairman of the Board, following the retirement of Chairman S Sandilya.

1 min

IHCL to invest ₹2,500 crore to develop Taj Bandstand hotel

INDIAN Hotels Company (IHCL), which owns and operates the Taj brand of luxury hotels and a few other luxury down labels, on Monday announced a ₹2,500 crore investment to develop a new 330-key hotel, the Taj Bandstand, in the megapolis, making it the fifth Taj branded hotel in the city, including the iconic Taj Mahal Palace at the Gateway.

1 min

Indian oil, gas cos in talks with US for sourcing LNG

INDIAN companies such as GAIL, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), and Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL) are in active discussions with US companies for sourcing liquefied natural gas (LNG).

1 min

Barcelona thrash Sevilla in La Liga

BARCELONA cut the gap on La Liga's top two with an entertaining 4-1 win over Sevilla on Sunday, despite playing out the final half-hour with 10 men after Fermin Lopez's red card.

1 min

Barcelona Thrash Sevilla in La Liga

BARCELONA cut the gap on La Liga's top two with an entertaining 4-1 win over Sevilla on Sunday, despite playing out the final half-hour with 10 men after Fermin Lopez's red card.

1 min

More sixes & fours: India footprint in global cricketing event

Over the past week or so, several Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise owners have expanded their global footprint.

2 mins

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