Saturday, April 6, 2019

What to buy this Tamil New Year?

Traditional sweets and savouries sourced from their towns of origin can make a statement in the New Year

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TMC promises waiver of crop loans

G.K. Vasan releases election manifesto loaded with benefits for Thanjavur region
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Oil spill damages cotton crop

A leak in the pipeline of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation, conveying oil extracted from the ground, at Keezha Erukkattur near Tiruvarur has reported t
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CBI searches Bhushan Power and Steel in ₹2,348 crore bank fraud case

The searches were carried out in the National Capital Region, Chandigarh, Kolkata and Odisha, pertaining to an FIR registered by the agency against the firm and its functionaries
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Alanganallur to be made a separate taluk: CM

MADURAIChief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami has promised that Alanganallur will be a separate taluk, meeting the demand of the people.He was seeking
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Car festival on April 14

The car festival celebrated as part of the annual Sriramanavami festival of Ramaswamy Temple, Kumbakonam, will be held on April 14.The festival began
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What are the issues over NaMoTV, a channel dedicated to Prime Minister Narendra Modi?

As the identity and ownership of the entity is shrouded in mystery, it violates broadcasting norms and regulations governing the ownership of content providers.
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Have electoral bonds reduced anonymous cash donations?

Have anonymous cash donations reduced with the scheme? Are there pitfalls in the system?
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Mettur level

The water level at the Mettur dam on Saturday stood at 58.96 feet against its full level of 120 feet. The inflow was 63 cusecs and the discharge 6,000
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Hate and blood in the name of love

Last year alone, there has been 15 incidents of acid and fire attacks on women
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Record turnout for literacy courses

Over 2.04 lakh register with the mission in the new academic year
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‘Amazon coat’, a fashion statement from China

Garment maker Kevin Chiu’s company made a jaw-dropping $5 million in sales in January alone as its winter jacket for women became a global hit.
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Local holiday

A local holiday has been declared for Tiruchi district on April 16 in view of Chithirai car festival of Samayapuram Sri Mariamman Temple.All State gov
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General election is over, but the drama continues

Two members of the Opposition Gono Forum broke ranks with the alliance by deciding to take oath as MPs, triggering calls for disciplinary action.
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The great wall of Japan before Indian engineers

Getting conservative, risk-averse, companies in the country to look at India seriously is proving to be an uphill task, the biggest obstacle being one of language.
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Jallianwala Bagh massacre: The unending wait for an apology from Britain

As India and the U.K. prepare to commemorate 100 years of the Jallianwala tragedy, there is a remote chance that Britain might offer an apology.
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Chennithala alleges graft in masala bond sale by KIIFB

Wants govt. to disclose names of companies that bought the bonds
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The Laws and Spirit of the Mankad

Why is there such a controversy around a form of run out that the laws of the game permit?

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Talcher city in Odisha: life in India’s largest coalfield

Talcher coalfield has the country’s highest coal reserve of 51.163 billion tonnes

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The petrogylphs of Domkhar

Strewn all along the Indus are boulders etched deep with prehistoric carvings. And one man has been protecting them

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The Modi wave is a misnomer: Prannoy Roy

The veteran psephologist gets together with Dorab R. Sopariwala to decipher the upcoming elections

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Close choices

North-South vulnerable, East deals

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A visit to Jallianwala Bagh, 100 years later

Retracing Dyer’s route, and the blurring poignancy of a memorial as memory itself fades

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Congress has never announced its PM candidate before polls: P. Chidambaram

The former Union Minister counters the BJP’s repeated claims that India has not seen any development under the 50-year-rule of the Congress
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A-SAT test: India chose a much lower orbit to avoid debris threat to global space assets, says DRDO

India chose a much lower orbit of less than 300 km during Mission Shakti for “capability demonstration” and to avoid threat of debris to global space
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Chennai’s travelling studio

KitKarma is the AirBnB for photography equipment

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Indore

Cleanliness is a habit and a celebration in India’s most ‘swachh’ city

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What would be your last meal request on death row?

The creamy white butter was melted into ghee. The day this happened, the aroma filled the house

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Macau pleases

Macau pleased when the horses were exercised here on Saturday (Apr.6) morning. Inner sand. 800m: Don’t Mess With Me (N.Rawal), Sedgefield/Sweet Essen

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Bristol bar brawl may be the ‘best thing’ that could’ve happened to me, says Stokes

The England allrounder said that his off-field activities had changed since his arrest outside a Bristol nightclub

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India chose much lower for A-SAT test to avoid debris threat to global space assets: DRDO

India chose a much lower orbit of less than 300 km during Mission Shakti for “capability demonstration” and to avoid threat of debris to global space
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Blaze that may have eaten up the purple of the hills

The recent fires on Western Ghats could have damaged species including the Neelakurinji
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Nivetha Pethuraj: Anyone who thinks they’re the next Nayanthara are fools

Nivetha Pethuraj fits the ‘Tamil ponnu’ billing to a T. The ‘Tik Tik Tik’ actor has films with Vijay Sethupathi and Dulquer Salmaan in hand, and is all set to sign a female-oriented project, she tells Sundaylite
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YSR Congress promises ₹50,000 for farmer’s families over four years

The YSR Congress Party in its election manifesto announced schemes for farmers, health and life insurance schemes, school fees for poor children, re-r
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Bangalore has easily become India’s No. 2 theatre hub

With growing talent and audiences, Bangalore has easily become the country’s No. 2 theatre hub, second only to Bombay
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New Year fun food

As spring leaves us behind and summer sets in, Ugadi is celebrated as a regional new year

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Live scores | Indian Premier League 2019 | Chennai Super Kings vs Kings XI Punjab

R. Ashwin returns to Chennai to take on the adopted son of the soil M.S. Dhoni in this afternoon clash at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium

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7 policement, 3 civilians killed in Taliban attacks, say Afghan officials

Multiple Taliban attacks have killed at least seven policemen and three civilians across Afghanistan on Saturday, as insurgents continue with near da
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Dear parents, why do you bring your child to an A-rated film?

Super Deluxe, which was certified ‘A’ for its strong language, was a family affair in most cinemas in Chennai.

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Maldives ex-leader makes comeback in landmark vote

Mr. Solih said he expected Saturday's poll to return a strong legislature led by his Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP).
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Shatrughan Sinha joins Congress

He is likely to take on BJP’s Ravi Shankar Prasad in Patna Sahib
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BSF soldier injures 2, dies in camp shooting incident in Tripura

A Border Security Force (BSF) soldier went on a shooting spree at a security facility in north Tripura on Friday night. He shot bullets at his collea
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Noted Tamil scholar Silamboli Su. Chellappan dies

His discourses on the Tamil epic Silapathikaram were very popular.
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Amit Shah takes out roadshow in Gandhinagar

The BJP president is contesting his maiden Lok Sabha election from Gandhinagar, a seat held by party patriarch since 1998.
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NASA says cooperation with ISRO remains intact

NASA Administrator James Bridenstine said: “based on the guidance received from the White House”, he looks forward to continuing to work with ISRO on a host of issues including human space flights.
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Thailand collects sacred waters for king’s coronation rituals

The elaborate coronation for King Vajiralongkorn will take place over three days, from May 4 to 6, in the capital Bangkok with many Buddhist and Brahmin rituals performed in the month leading up to the event.
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For American Jews, Trump is key figure in Israeli election

Liberal American Jews fear Mr. Netanyahu will push Israel’s government even further to the right if he wins.
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Balwant proves the difference in seven-goal thriller

ATK overcomes Dynamos’ challenge

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Gazino for Seth Ramnath Daga Trophy

Trainer Nosher Cama’s ward Gazino, who ran third in his last start, should make amends in the Seth Ramnath Daga Trophy, the main event of Saturday’s

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Redeeming themselves on the IPL stage

Warner, Smith, Hardik Pandya and Rahul have gone through a tough time

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IPL 2019 | RCB vs KKR: Russell’s ruthless assault leaves Royal Challengers shell-shocked

Vintage Kohli and de Villiers help the host put up a mammoth 205 but Knight Riders chase it down with five deliveries to spare

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I am flexible to bat at any position: Suryakumar

“Essentially, we played the brand of cricket for which Mumbai is famous for with everyone showing the ‘want to win’ attitude,” he said.

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Minerva owner threatens to shut shop

Says he is ‘sick and tired of fighting the AIFF’

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Sathiyan survives but Sharath, Manika exit

In the knock-out round on Saturday, Sathiyan will take on Kirill Gerassimenko of Kazakhstan.

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Junior Davis Cup: India colts leave for Asia-Oceania

We have a good team and should be able to qualify, says captain Lodi

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IPL 2019: Bravo injury going to cause a little bit of re-jigging of the team, says Hussey

New Zealand’s new signing Scott Kuggeleijn would be looked at.

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Live: Indian Premier League 2019 | RCB vs KKR scorecard

Virat Kohli and his men have been left bereft of ideas and solutions to tackle a long list of problems.

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Missing You, Starringo and Royal Crystal impress

Missing You, Starringo and Royal Crystal impressed when the horses were exercised here on Friday (April 5) morning. Inner sand:800m: Conscience (Pere

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Chandrakant Pandit will assess future as Vidarbha coach

“I have received feelers through indirect sources. Therefore I don’t know if these are offers unless I am officially contacted by state associations.”

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Neeraj, Sindhu picked for ESPN India Multi-Sport Awards

Saina Nehwal won the award for the ‘Comeback of the Year’ after bagging the bronze at the 2018 Asian Games.

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Malaysia Open badminton: Srikanth loses to Chen Long in quarterfinals

K. Srikanth, who had reached the finals of India Open last week, blew a huge advantage in the opening game.

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Path of renunciation

The basis of Adyatma sadana or spiritual discipline is renunciation and sastras are very clear about what this term renunciation implies. Like bhakti,

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Sri Rama Navami Cultural Festival 2019: Multi-hued cultural feast

Spread over 16 days, Sri Rama Navami Cultural Festival commemorates the 125th birth anniversary of Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi

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Thoughts from a first-time voter

Politics in the time of social media and extra-loud news channels can make or break a first-time voter’s experience

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Autism awareness through cards

CADRRE — The Autism School launches autism awareness cards to create empathy for those on the spectrum

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Our development work has endeared BJP to all sections of society: Modi

The BJP stands tall due to its democratic ethos and patriotic zeal, says PM on the 39th foundation day of the party
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General Election 2019 live | Election Commission removes Kolkata Police Commissioner Anuj Sharma

The day's election-related developments at a glance.
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Election Commission removes Kolkata Police Commissioner Anuj Sharma

Mr. Sharma is being replaced by Dr. Rajesh Kumar, who is currently posted as ADG, of West Pollution Control Board
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Iran expands evacuations as new rains to worsen floods

At least 70 people have been killed, the head of the country's emergency services, Pirhossein Koulivand, told the state news agency IRNA.
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Rahul Gandhi congratulates Kerala tribal woman on clearing UPSC exam

Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Saturday congratulated Sreedhanya Suresh from Wayanad, the first tribal woman from Kerala to be selected for civil
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Drunk human rights lawyer jailed in UK for abusive rant at Air India crew

A member of the Air India cabin crew described her conduct as unlike anything he had seen during his 34-year aviation career.
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FBI: NY man threatened to kill Minnesota Congresswoman

Carlineo told the FBI that he is a patriot, “loves the president and that he hates radical Muslims in our government,” the criminal complaint says.
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US adds oil-sector firms, ships to Venezuela sanctions list

Treasury’s action prohibits any U.S. citizen or entity from transactions involving the companies, which is intended to reduce their access to the global financial system.
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Popular Thai party leader answers junta sedition summons

Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, leader of the Future Forward Party that ran a strong third in elections last month, was greeted by a crowd of around 300-400 supporters chanting “Keep fighting, Thanathorn!”
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1 hostage escapes, another drowns and 3rd shot

The two Indonesians and the Malaysian separately escaped while Philippine marines were attempting to rescue them on Simusa island in southern Sulu province in the last two days, regional military spokesman Lt. Col. Gerry Besana said.
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Edappadi Palaniswami campaigns for O. Panneerselvam's son in Theni, Brahmotsavams of Sri Kodanda Ramaswami Temple in Tirupati, and other news in pictures

11.30 amEdappadi in TheniChief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami along with his Ministerial colleagues R.B. Udayakumar and Sellur Raju kicked off their
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Unacceptable to dub critics of Modi ‘anti-national’: Krishna

Echoing BJP senior leader L.K. Advani’s words, former Chief Minister S.M. Krishna said it was unacceptable to call those criticising Prime Minister Na
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I-T search yields ₹6 crore from bank lockers

In all, searches on contractors, engineers, and intermediaries yield nearly ₹10 cr.
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CPI(M) scared of Rahul’s candidature: Chennithala

‘Congress chief has been magnanimous’
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Naidu lambasts Centre

In an emotional outburst at a roadshow here on Friday, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said going by the way the Centre was behaving, he would not
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Bands, outriders, photo-ops: it’s one big party

Curiosity draws people in droves
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Morning digest: Unemployment key concern for respondents from 19 states in pre-poll survey, EC advises Adityanath to be careful, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day
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NITI Aayog VC’s remarks against Cong’s ‘NYAY’ violated poll code: EC

The Election Commission of India on Friday expressed “displeasure” over NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Rajiv Kumar’s remarks against the Congress’ proposed
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U.S. Treasury official David Malpass named World Bank President

Mr. Malpass was a senior economic adviser to the U.S. President during his 2016 election campaign.
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NRC campaign flavour of Shah, Mamata rallies in Northeast

Ms. Banerjee accuses Modi of fooling people
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Labour dept. squads hold checks at building sites

To ensure that workers are given mandatory midday break
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EC receives I&B Ministry reply on ‘Namo TV’

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday received the Information and Broadcasting Ministry’s response to its notice related to complaints ag
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No decision on PM Modi biopic yet: EC

The Election Commission has not yet taken a decision pertaining to a biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the matter is currently pending befor
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Two held for robbery in south Delhi

Two men were arrested for allegedly barging into the residence of a businessman in south Delhi’s Malviya Nagar and looting cash and other valuables, t
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Ask Centre to supervise water supply from Haryana, DJB urges HC

‘Any reduction in Wazirabad reservoir water level will hit important areas where Prime Minister, President, judges reside’
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Missing child reunited with family in four days

‘Abductor’ left him at Jama Masjid
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Plea to ground A-320 Neo aircraft with P&W engines

The Delhi High Court on Friday sought responses of the Centre and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on a plea seeking grounding of all
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Delhi police hold meet with counterparts ahead of LS poll

Move aimed at improving coordination, sharing of intelligence for smooth conduct of elections
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Case filed against Stalin

A case has been registered against DMK president M.K. Stalin on Friday on charges of making defamatory statements against Minister S.P. Velumani.The c
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AIIMS Trauma Centre to reopen today

Three of five damaged OTs renovated
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Farah Khan’s fabulous jewels

From rare gemstones to architecture and royal influences, jewellery designer Farah Khan traces her bejewelled journey in her début book. Read the full

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Autism awareness through cards

CADRRE — The Autism School launches autism awareness cards to create empathy for those on the spectrum

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Culinary queen Lakshmi Nair turns vlogger

The celebrity chef explains what is special about her vlogs that will have her talking about food and travel

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Ugadi festivities: Panchanga Sravanam evokes interest for different reasons

Panchanga Sravanam, an intrinsic part of Ugadi festivities, evokes interest for different reasons

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