Kitchen Mogul T.T. Jagannathan of T.T.K. Prestige passes away at 77
Mr. Jagannathan was instrumental in turning around the T.T.K. Group and making it debt-free, which he described as being achieved through a huge dose of common sense.
Andhra spurious liquor racket: YSRCP MP Midhun Reddy urges CBI probe
The poorest sections of society are the worst affected, as they are deceived by counterfeit bottles branded as reputed labels, says Midhun Reddy
EC may roll out all-India SIR in phases, beginning with states where polls due next year
The Election Commission (EC) is set to begin a phased pan-India Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, starting with states where assembly elections are due in 2026, including Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal.
King Mohammed VI set to speak as Gen Z protesters demand reforms in Morocco
Morocco awaits King Mohammed VIs address amid nationwide Gen Z protests questioning the governments accountability and spending over 2030 FIFA World Cup
Experts call for scaling up home-based peritoneal dialysis in India
Researchers of an advocacy paper emphasised that scaling up home-based dialysis could save lives in remote and low-income settings and serve as a model for kidney care globally
Three convicted in domestic violence and dowry harassment case in Guntur
Nobel Peace Prize 2025 awarded to VenezuelasMara Corina Machado
The Academy noted that Ms. Machado has brought Venezuelas opposition together, and has been steadfast in her support for a peaceful transition to democracy
NCR States urges Supreme Court to permit bursting of green crackers
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for NCR States, told a Bench of Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice K. Vinod Chandran that on Deepavali, bursting of green crackers be permitted from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Actor Suniel Shetty moves High Court against misuse of his photos on social media
The actor, in the plea, claimed that he had a right over his personality and photos, and passing them off without authority was damaging his reputation
Citing unease over graft, Japan's Komeito leaves longstanding ruling coalition headed by LDP
The ruling coalition had already lost its majorities in both houses of parliament. The lower house is due to vote on a new Prime Minister later this month
CPCB reiterates recommendation to fix 150-m safety distance between stone quarries, houses in Kerala
The CPCB seeks to reiterate the findings and recommendations of the joint committee in its report filed on March 3, 2023, said a reply dated September 20, 2025 filed by the central board before the Principal Bench of the tribunal
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From cybersecurity and industrial AI to defense systems and deaf inclusion, four Tamil Nadu startups are shaping technology that protects, builds, defends, and empowers.
Pinarayi says Amit Shah conveyed that Centre will bear a significant part of the cost of raising the battalion, including training, weapon procurement, and imparting operational readiness
Emmanuel Macron invites heads of political parties in France as he searches for next Prime Minister
Outgoing Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu held two days of talks to seek a way out of France's worst political crisis in decades, says Emmanuel Macron's office
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The apex court allowed the two petitioners to withdraw the plea and told them that they were free to seek any other remedy available in law before an appropriate forum
Former India captain MS Dhoni's arrival in Madurai for the inauguration of the Velammal Cricket Stadium was met with a hero's welcome. The stadium, a Rs 325 crore project in partnership with the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA), was the setting for a memorable event. The three-time ICC title-winning skipper received a warm welcome upon his arrival at the airport, where fans had gathered since early morning to catch a glimpse of one of India's most beloved sports icons. Dhoni, who arrived by private flight from Mumbai, made his way to the stadium under tight security, setting the stage for the official inauguration.
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Kerala High Court orders registration of case over missing gold from Sabarimala idols
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Bengaluru rains: ORR, Electronics City sink; city traffic paralysed by monsoon misery
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), rainfall recorded on October 9 evening was 5.1 mm at HAL Airport, 3.6 mm at Kempegowda International Airport, and 9.5 mm at the KSNDMC campus.
Supreme Court gives Centre four weeks to respond to pleas on restoration of J&K Statehood
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, said consultations were underway with the Jammu and Kashmir administration regarding the restoration of Statehood.
NCSC seeks report on caste bias allegations following Haryana IPS officers death
The Commission, in the notice issued on Thursday (October 9, 2025), said that it had taken suo motu cognizance of media reports about the suicide note and had decided to investigate the issue
Tamil Nadu: Puthiya Thalaimurai office recieves bomb threat, ruled a hoax
Chennai experienced two bomb scares this week. The Director General of Police's office received a threat via email, leading to an evacuation and search. Separately, Chennai Airport also received a similar threat. Both incidents involved extensive security measures, including sniffer dogs and bomb disposal squads. Fortunately, no explosives were found in either case, and the threats were confirmed as hoaxes.
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Lenskart said that users can complete transactions by scanning a QR code with their smartglasses
Priyansh named in Delhis Ranji squad for first game
Batter Yash Dhull has been named as the vice-captain. The squad features left-hand batter Priyansh Arya, who has impressed in the white-ball formats but is yet to play a First-Class game for Delhi
In a letter to Nirmala Sitharaman, the MP said persons with disabilities were earlier provided 10% GST concession on the purchase of cars, paying only 18% GST, instead of the standard rate. However, following the recent revision in GST slabs, all small cars are now uniformly taxed at 18%
Bengal Job scam allegations: ED conducts search operations at six locations in Kolkata
The ED raids include Minister Sujit Boses residence-cum-office in Salt Lake, and the houses of former officials of the Dum Dum Municipality
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Pakistan authorities shut roads, mobile internet in Islamabad to block religious groups march
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Trump has claimed that he stopped Operation Sindoor using trade 50 times now: Congress
He did not, of course, forget to speak to the man who had unleashed the genocide on Gaza - the Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu - also during this time, says Congress leader Jairam Ramesh
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Watch: Mumbais Bandra-Worli sea link illuminated to mark PM Starmers India visit
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) uses the Cell Broadcast System (CBS) to send emergency alerts during disasters like floods, cyclones, or earthquakes.
Meta expands support for dubbing on Instagram reels to Hindi
The feature had been expanded in August for bilingual speakers in English and Spanish - the feature has now added Hindi and Portuguese
Rupee trades flat in range-bound trade, hovers near all-time lows against U.S. dollar
Forex traders said the rupee is expected to trade in a narrow range with a chance of breaking the all-time closing low level of 88.80 in the absence of RBI intervention.
Coldrif Syrup Deaths: 364 Violations Found At Sresan Pharmas Tamil Nadu Unit
Authorities have now banned all products manufactured by Sresan Pharma, which has been operational since 2011. The companys licence, renewed in 2016, was issued by the Tamil Nadu Food and Drugs Administration (TN-FDA) with no oversight from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). This effectively means the central regulatory body had no direct knowledge Continue reading Coldrif Syrup Deaths: 364 Violations Found At Sresan Pharmas Tamil Nadu Unit The post Coldrif Syrup Deaths: 364 Violations Found At Sresan Pharmas Tamil Nadu Unit appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
Conrad Sangma's NPP played role in destroying Manipur's stability, alleges Congress
Since 2017, the BJP and its ally NPP have played a major role in destroying the stability and spirit of the State truly, BJP and NPP are two faces of the same coin, says Manipur Congress president Keisham Meghachandra
Watch: Karnataka Minister Santosh Lad announces 12 menstrual leaves for women
With the SWD exercise redrawing the contours of East Abhiramapuram First Street, residents seek strict enforcement of the one-way rule clamped on the street long ago as part of CMRL work-related traffic realignment and diversions
Taran and his family are mesmerised by the energy of Bathukamma, Telanganas state festival.
Girl Sexually Abused By Temple Priest In Tamil Nadu, Accused Arrested
A 75-year-old temple priest has been arrested under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act for allegedly sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl inside a temple near Kumbakonam in Tamil Nadu.
Taliban investigates explosion close to Government buildings in Kabul
The Taliban government's chief spokesman, Zabihullah Mujahid, said there were no reports of injuries or damage
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India have retained the same playing XI that had defeated the Roston Chase-led West Indies by an innings and 140 runs in the first Test at Ahmedabad
On National Post Day (October 10), meet R Padmanabhan from Manacaud in Thiruvananthapuram who sends postcards with birthday and anniversary messages daily
Google launches Gemini Enterprise AI platform for business clients
Microsoft, ChatGPT maker OpenAI and AI startup Anthropic, have all focused on products for enterprises to boost returns on their AI efforts
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Taiwan president unveils 'T-Dome' air defence system to counter China threat
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Waste incinerator ash from Manali is loaded with toxic heavy metals
CHENNAI: Sparking environmental and health concerns, the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) has confirmed high levels of toxic heavy metals in the bottom ash of the Greater Chennai Corporations 10-tonne-per-day municipal waste incinerator at Manali, revealing contamination levels as high as 360 times the permissible limit. In its report to the southern bench of National Green Tribunal (NGT), the TNPCB said the incinerators bottom ash contained heavy metals in concentrations exceeding the prescribed limits under Schedule II of the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016. The analysis was conducted at the boards Advanced Environmental Laboratory (AEL), Chennai, in April 2025. The data show that cadmium levels were in the range of 291.6 to 364.5 mg/kg, which is 364 times the prescribed limit of 1 mg/kg. Similarly, chromium, lead, copper, zinc, and mercury were all in excess quantities by several times. This corroborates the findings from a civil society fact-finding report released in April this year. That report titled Waste Incineration: Zero Pollution or Zero Truth? had found cadmium at 19.22 mg/kg (24 times above WHO soil standards), lead at 101.8 mg/kg (1.2 times), and chromium at 116.63 mg/kg (1.2 times) in soil near the ash disposal site. By comparison, activists say the TNPCBs internal ash data show cadmium levels over 365 times the permissible limit, making it one of the most severe cases of industrial contamination in Chennai. The TNPCBs own analysis confirms what we have been saying for years this incinerator is poisoning people and the environment, said Dr Vishvaja Sambath of the Chennai Climate Action Group (CCAG). The community has reported respiratory illnesses and black soot deposition at homes. Now theres official proof of toxic ash leaching into the ecosystem. The TNPCB report also exposes severe operational failures. Inspections on April 2 and May 14 found the unit non-operational, its venturi and wet scrubbers in dilapidated condition, and about 500 kg of ash stored openly on the premises. The board has ordered GCC not to restart plant operations, which was shut down in April, until it revamps its pollution control systems and obtains a renewed consent to operate.However, civil society groups accuse the GCC of misleading the tribunal. In its June reply, the corporation had claimed fly ash is converted into pavement blocks and ETP sludge into organic manure. This is blatant lie said Jaiganesh of Kodungaiyur Thozhargal. TNPCB confirmed the ash is toxic and is being dumped in Kodungaiyur, contaminating groundwater. How can the government now justify pushing for two waste-to-energy projects that will burn 3,600 tonnes of waste daily? With the TN governments 2025 budget allocating `3,450 crore for new incinerators in Kodungaiyur (2,100 TPD) and Tambaram (1,500 TPD), campaigners warn Manali findings must serve as a wake-up call. This is not waste management, its mismanagement on a deadly scale, said Sambath.
Chennai: PTI office in Kodambakkam receives bomb threat; staff evacuated
The PTI office in Chennai received a bomb threat on Friday, prompting immediate police action. Staff were evacuated from the Kodambakkam office as authorities conducted thorough checks of the premises. The source of the threat remains undisclosed as investigations are underway.
OpenAI flags competition concerns to EU regulators
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Vizag Junior Lit Fest 2025: Registrations open for two days of stories and fun for young readers
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The novel explores queer anguish and societal repression with an almost meandering narrative structure
The death toll from adulterated cough syrup reached 23 after two more children died of renal failure. Police arrested the owner of Tamil Nadu-based Sresan Pharmaceuticals, which manufactured the Coldrif medicine, for allegedly lacing the syrup with DEG. The incident has sparked a political blame game between state governments.
Congress pinning hopes on D K Shivakumar's magic in Kerala too?
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Will there be a D K Shivakumar effect in the Kerala assembly election as had happened in Telangana? The question has popped up with the appointment of Harsha Kanadam, a protg of the Karnataka deputy CM, as chairperson of the Congress state war room in Thiruvananthapuram to oversee its campaign and strategy formulation. It doesnt mean Shivakumar will be directly involved in Congress election strategy planning, but there are enough straws in the wind that suggest the ace strategists possible deep involvement in the process. Shivakumar had played a pivotal role in the campaign and Congress subsequent return to power in Telangana, a leader from Karnataka told TNIE. He held no official positions, but was camping in Telangana to oversee the campaign and drawing up strategies. In the last Lok Sabha election also he helped the Congress in Kerala, he said. Of the five states going to polls next year Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, the high command pins high hopes on Kerala to wrest power. Helping Congress wrest power 1st priority: Harsha However, the disunity within the state leadership with a group of senior leaders eying the CM post has been a concern for some time. Harsha Kanadam would take charge after meeting the leaders at the war room in Delhi. My first priority is to help Congress wrest power in Kerala, Harsha told TNIE. We will be connecting to the people at the grassroots with technology. This will be done by taking into confidence local leaders and with the guidance of senior leaders. I will be accessible to all workers, he added. Harsha was an AICC observer in Haryana, Maharashtra and Delhi assembly elections. The Congress high command is of the opinion that unless the party came to power in maximum number of states, particularly in south India, its future would be bleak.
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Chennai weather: Rain expected; AQI remains moderate
Chennai braces for a warm, wet October 10, 2025, with moderate rain expected throughout the day and temperatures between 25.3C and 32C. High humidity will persist, with afternoon showers intensifying. Yesterday's air quality was moderate (AQI 80), and while rain might help, caution is advised. Residents should carry umbrellas, as consistent rain and humidity are forecast for the coming week.
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The urgent need to prioritise mental health needs during crises
Being mentally healthy is essential for coping with any catastrophic situation, experts said, highlighting the need for accessible mental health services during emergencies or disasters
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AMMK leader T T V Dhinakaran hinted at an unexpected alliance for the 2026 elections, potentially including actor Vijay's party, while ruling out an alliance with AIADMK under Edappadi Palaniswami. He also commented on the Karur stampede, calling it an accident and defending former minister Senthilbalaji. Dhinakaran expressed disappointment with the BJP leadership and Palaniswami's actions.
Shiv Sena (UBT) demands to sack Mahayuti Minister over granting weapon licence to criminals brother
Yogesh Kadam allegedly overruled a police report to grant a gun licence to Sachin Ghaywal, the brother of notorious Pune gangster Nilesh Ghaywal
Rajan Eye Care launches AI technology for eye correction
Shelters in a few major bus termini removed; commuters question timing ahead of northeast monsoon
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Cough syrup toll at 23; Tamil Nadu pharma owner held
The death toll from adulterated cough syrup reached 23 after two more children died of renal failure. Police arrested the owner of Tamil Nadu-based Sresan Pharmaceuticals, which manufactured the contaminated Coldrif medicine. Investigations revealed the syrup was laced with DEG, an industrial solvent, leading to widespread seizures and a political blame game between state governments.
TNPCB report flags dangerously high levels of toxic metals in Manali waste incinerator ash
Cadmium levels ranged between 291.6 and 364.5 mg/kg, compared to the safe limit of 1.0 mg/kg, while lead levels were also extremely high
Chennai book park loses sheen; officials clueless
Funds allocated to Mumbais 24 wards under total BMC budget declines from 18 to 11%: study
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NHAI, GCC play blame game on dusty Poonamallee stretch
Bhupendra Patel outlines roadmap for Viksit Gujarat, Viksit Bharat
Under these plans, more than 500 projects have been identified, supported by investments exceeding 15 lakh crore
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