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UPI transactions surge over 5 years; 12 countries adopt India’s digital payment system

Death of a heroine and the making of hit Tamil film ‘Bhadrakali’ with substitute actor

“I remembered a girl who had danced in the movie Pattikattu Raja. She bore some resemblance to Rani Chandra. I discussed it with cinematographer Viswanath Roy and we devised a plan to use her,” said actor Sivakumar.

When Chennai’s Veeranam drinking water project hogged the headlines for all the wrong reasons

Decades ago, the Veeranam project, meant for bringing water to Chennai, had continued to evoke controversy for long

Tamil Nadu’s elusive Bengal foxes and their shrinking space

Bengal foxes are known for their monogamous behaviour. Forest Department officials said the species are now known to occur only in pockets in Dharmapuri, Tiruvannamalai, Salem, Madurai and Villupuram.

After 43 years, a PM to visit Vizianagaram: Modi to inaugurate Bhogapuram airport on August 1

Only the second Prime Minister to visit the district since Indira Gandhi’s 1983 Congress campaign at the Maharaja Stadium

Understanding the disappearance of Egyptian Vulture in Tamil Nadu

Conservationists highlight the urgent need for coordinated conservation efforts including the establishment of an Egyptian Vulture Conservation Breeding Programme in the State

Spain's World Cup Win Celebrations Turn Trafic As Teen Dies In Fountain Collapse

Tragedy struck Spain's World Cup victory celebrations after a fountain collapsed under the weight of fans, leading to the death of a 13-year-old boy. Several others sustained injuries during the midnight soccer festivities that followed the national team's win.

Over 1.7 Lakh People Affected In Assam Floods, Army Launches 'Operation Jal Rahat'

Over 1.7 lakh people across 12 districts in Assam have been displaced or affected by rising floodwaters. In response to the crisis, the Indian Army has mobilized emergency teams under 'Operation Jal Rahat' to conduct rescue missions.

DMK MLA Arrested Over Defamatory, Threatening Remarks Against Vijay

A member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly from the DMK party has been arrested following controversial remarks directed at actor-politician Vijay. The arrest follows a formal complaint regarding defamatory and threatening statements made during a political gathering.

Goddess Saraswati without veena: Sculptures of Pallava, Chola eras reveal an earlier iconography

The veena, today regarded as inseparable from Saraswati’s identity, appears to have emerged as her dominant symbol only in the later period.

Atlee "Blown Away" By Ramayana Trailer, Praises Yash And Ranbir Kapoor

Atlee's praise came amid growing anticipation surrounding the release of Ramayana.

Inside The Secret CIA Mission That Cleared UAE's Path To Advanced AI Chips

A secret CIA mission led by operative Jonny Gannon has reportedly played a pivotal role in realigning the technological relationship between the United States and the UAE. This intelligence effort focused on securing the UAE's digital infrastructure to facilitate access to advanced American AI hardw

8th Pay Commission: What Is Pay Scale Merger, Why Do Employee Unions Want It?

The 8th Pay Commission is expected to recommend changes that will affect around 50 lakh central government employees and nearly 65 lakh pensioners.

Trump Mum On Iran Plans As US Military Death Count Rises To 17 In War

The Trump administration remains publicly silent regarding strategic plans in the Middle East despite the U.S. military death toll reaching 17. Leaked footage of B-2 bomber activity and covert logistical shifts suggest that a significant military escalation may be imminent.

'Waiting For Their Arrival': Iran's Big Warning Against US Ground Invasion

Iranian officials have issued a stern warning against potential ground operations by the United States following discussions of increased military pressure. The rhetoric suggests a heightened state of readiness in response to reports that the US could target strategic locations like Kharg Island.

Indian Protests, Hunger Strikes and Movements That Turned Demands Into Everyday Rights

Most of us have never had to fight for the rights we take for granted every day. If a government office refuses to answer a question, we know we can file an application under the Right to Information (RTI) Act . If corru

Live: Protests By Opposition On Day 1 Of Monsoon Session, Rajya Sabha Adjourned

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: The session will comprise 19 sittings over 25 days.

‘Beaten like a dog’: Mob ties dog leash around man’s neck for meeting woman friend from another faith in Haridwar

Duleep Trophy: Gaikwad To Lead West Zone Squad, Mulani Named Vice-Captain

India opener Ruturaj Gaikwad has been appointed captain of a star-studded West Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy.

ODI Series vs NZ Will Be "Real Test" For India, Says Saba Karim. Gives Reason

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Saba Karim believes India's batting unit emerged with plenty of positives from the ODI series against England.

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It says information on panels must be proactively disclosed on the institutes’ official websites. The direction came while disposing of appeals filed by an IIT-Kanpur alumnus, who is the founder of a non-governmental org

Four-year-old girl missing in Nandyal found safe after overnight search

The girl, missing from YSR Nagar since Sunday evening, was found around 6 a.m. on Monday in the fields outside the colony, two kilometres from where CCTV last showed her; nearly 100 policemen, drones and sniffer dogs too

Argentina Players Turn Their Backs On Spain, Slammed For 'Classless' Act

After collecting their silver medals, Argentina's players did not remain to applaud the newly crowned champions. Instead, Lionel Messi and his teammates walked to the far side of the pitch as Spain...

Thirumudivakkam police shoot history-sheeter and apprehend him

As the accused Karuppu attempted to flee after attacking head constable Vijayakumar, the inspector took out the service revolver and shot Karuppu on his right ankle