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Vice-President Radhakrishnan stresses the importance of a drug-free youth for India's future at a Delhi University event.

Scientists discover that spaceflight alters immune gene expression and causes brain deformation, impacting astronaut health during long missions.

A historical debate in British Parliament 170 years ago addressed the brutal torture practices in Madras Presidency.

A call to restore Pachaiyappa’s Hall, a historic venue in Madras, amid ongoing legal disputes over its trust.

Digvijaya Singh will not seek a third Rajya Sabha term, making way for a Scheduled Caste community representative.

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Rahul Gandhi advocates for a kinder India, emphasizing respect and love in education and democracy during a speech in Gudalur.

Explore the 2007 Ram Setu controversy, DMK protests, and BJP office attack in Tamil Nadu.

According to a notification issued by the District Council and Minority Affairs Department, the Governor assumed functions and powers of the CADC on July 7, 2025, for a period of six months and the it has been extended for six more months.

Kerala local body poll results give the Congress-led United Democratic Front momentum, but Assembly polls could be challenging

Nirmala Sitharaman allocates ₹5 crore for a new planetarium in Mysuru, enhancing education and tourism in the region.

VIT Chancellor G. Viswanathan highlights Pongal's role in uniting Tamils globally during campus celebrations filled with tradition and culture.

Tamil Nadu nears malaria eradication as 33 districts report no indigenous cases

Praful Patel affirms NCP's steadfast support for NDA and dismisses reunification rumors ahead of 2029 elections.

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Tamil Nadu nears malaria eradication as 33 districts report no indigenous cases

Explore K.P. Poornachandra Tejaswi's literary legacy, activism, and ecological advocacy at the Lalbagh Flower Show exhibition.

Sunil P. Ilayidom emphasizes the need to reconnect with India's pluralism to revive secularism amid deepening communalism.

Karnataka Bank has enabled the facility for payment of the Government of Karnataka’s Khajane-2 e-receipts through its Internet Banking platform.

A monograph on Dikshitar’s Navagraha kritis will be released at the Trust’s annual Sankranti Fest

Pongal celebrations in Puducherry feature vibrant festivities, cultural performances, and community support led by Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan.

Congress accuses BJP of double standards on China, demanding transparency on meetings and questioning national security implications.

Union government allocates ₹567.4 crore to Andhra Pradesh's healthcare development, completing ₹2,600-crore grant from the 15th Finance Commission.

U.S. tariffs strain India-Iran relations and BRICS plans as India reassesses trade amidst external economic pressures.

Indira Canteen proposal ignites political controversy, as LDF claims it's an attempt to undermine Samridhi@Kochi's budget initiative.

Heavy rain in Madurai, Dindigul

Multi-vehicle collision at Shamirpet junction

Interstate drug peddler arrested at Kachiguda station, over 6 kg ganja seized

Aditya Sahu is poised to become the new president of Jharkhand BJP, succeeding Babulal Marandi.

Coimbatore rally emphasizes helmet safety and road awareness, featuring 200 participants and support from local authorities.

RTA fines private buses ₹95,100 for MV Rule violations, enforcing fare checks amid Sankranti rush for passenger protection.

CPI(M) leaders, led by P. Shanmugam, thank CM M.K. Stalin for the Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme in Chennai.

BJP accuses Congress and BRS of exploiting Telangana's water dispute for political gain, urging a collaborative resolution.

Education Minister advocates for national accreditation of top tech institutes to align curricula and enhance industry-focused PhD programs.

Telangana DGP B. Shivadhar Reddy launches ‘Call for Blood Foundation’, a digital platform aimed at enabling rapid and secure coordination between blood donors and patients in emergencies.

A Head Constable’s quick action saved a toddler's life in Cuddalore, earning widespread acclaim and a police commendation.

WHO urges governments to strengthen taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol to combat health issues and reduce affordability.

Kozhikode Corporation elects its first BJP standing committee chairperson amid a hung council, stirring political dynamics.

The winners of The Hindu Deepa Kolam Contest 2025 were honored in Tiruchi for their creative rangoli displays.

CPI leaders in Tirupati burn Trump's effigy during Bhogi bonfire to protest U.S. actions against Venezuela's sovereignty.

Central team assesses flood damage in Kalaburagi, addressing crop loss and farmers grievances from last year's heavy rainfall.

India aims to seal the ODI series against New Zealand with potential lineup changes and strategic rotations in Rajkot.

Nigerian arrested by H-NEW and deported from Hyderabad over illegal stay

A rare sculpture of Mahishamardhini was recently found in a ruined temple of Melmutt in the Kundabarandadi village of Kundapur taluk of Udupi district, said T. Murugeshi, retired associate professor in ancient history and archaeology, Mulki Sunder Ram Shetty College, Shirva, Udupi district.

Udhayanidhi Stalin urges students to use free laptops for education, not entertainment, emphasizing their role in higher studies.

State approves construction of an open model flyover at Ranasthalam, easing travel and boosting local trade in Srikakulam.

Join the peace rally on January 17 to protest the merger of Secunderabad Zone with Malkajgiri, led by Talasani.

Rashtrapati Bhavan's Republic Day reception will celebrate North Eastern culture, crafts, and heritage through a unique invitation experience.

CM Stalin unveils Tamil Nadu's Circular Economy and Warehousing Policies, offering incentives for recycling and warehousing stakeholders.

Excavation in Lakkundi reveals 100-year-old gold treasure; local boy praised for honesty, prompting government support for his education.