Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay distributed Rs 3,000 crore in bank-linked credit to 26,000 self-help group members, while an exhibition in Erode highlighted products and skills from women-led collectives across the state. Credit Support for 26,000 Members: Vijay disbursed the credit on Tuesday at an event in Perundurai, Erode district. More than 9,000 self-help group members from Erode received Rs 1,110 crore. According to an official cited by PTI, the init

Police in Uttar Pradesh’s Deoria district have arrested school manager Vijay Nishad in connection with the alleged killing of teacher Rani Vishwakarma. Investigators say a dispute over marriage preceded the crime and are examining forensic evidence and possible involvement by others. Police Outline Events Leading to the Killing According to Deoria police, the incident took place on October 31, 2026. Vishwakarma, who taught at V N Central Academy in the

Authorities in Punjab’s Tarn Taran district have stepped up action against stubble burning, reporting 240 FIRs, fines of about ₹12 lakh and red entries in the land records of 240 fields. The campaign also uses satellite monitoring and village outreach to promote alternatives to burning crop residue. Satellite Monitoring Guides Field Checks With stubble-burning incidents continuing despite appeals to farmers, the district has intensified surveillance.

YS Sharmila says Bengaluru’s Yelahanka Palace was allotted entirely to her and her children during the division of family properties. She has decided to move daughter Anjili’s wedding to another venue following objections from her brother, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. Yelahanka Palace Ownership Claim By Sharmila YS Sharmila has asserted that the Yelahanka property in Bengaluru belongs entirely to her and her children, bri

The Cockroach Janta Party has announced another protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on Sunday, October 11, following Saturday’s extensive police restrictions and detentions. The party is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. CJP leader Ajinkya Shinde took charge of the mobilisation after founder Abhijeet Dipke and co-convenors Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were detained. Shinde announced plans for supporters to gather at 10 AM

Tamil Nadu reportedly shortlisted Manellore and Cheyyur on Sunday, September 6, 2026, as possible locations for a new airport serving Greater Chennai. The development was reported from Chennai at 10:53 AM IST, days after Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s government abandoned the Parandur proposal. The Tamil Nadu government has reportedly shortlisted Manellore and Cheyyur as potential locations for a new airport serving the Chennai Metropolitan Area after aband

Former West Bengal Assembly Deputy Speaker and senior Trinamool Congress leader Asish Banerjee was found dead at a party office near his residence in Rampurhat, Birbhum district, on Sunday. Police have begun an investigation, while a purported note recovered from the scene is also being examined. Asish Banerjee Found Dead at TMC Office Senior Trinamool Congress leader Asish Banerjee was found h

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh is placing employment generation at the centre of the state’s development strategy, with a focus on attracting major technology companies, strengthening urban infrastructure and reducing the long-running migration of young professionals to other states. Employment Opportunities Remain a Major Challenge Creating quality jobs within Andhra Pradesh continue

The Andhra Pradesh government has joined hands with IIT Madras to develop a scientific and long-term solution to severe coastal erosion along the Uppada coast in Kakinada district, with a ₹323 crore protection project planned. Andhra Pradesh, IIT Madras Partner for Uppada Coast Protection The Andhra Pradesh government signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IIT Madras on Wednesday, August

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh on Saturday, August 1, 2026. During the visit, he will also launch infrastructure, energy, road and semiconductor projects worth more than ₹17,900 crore.   Bhogapuram, August 1, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inspect the passenger terminal at around 11 a.m. before formally inaugurati

At least nine people were killed after a portion of a four-storey residential building collapsed in Bhiwandi in Maharashtra’s Thane district late Thursday night. Rescue teams continued searching the debris on Friday as officials feared that more people could still be trapped beneath the concrete slabs. The building, comprising 48 rooms with 12 on each floor, reportedly collapsed at around 11:30 PM. Civic authorities had previously classified

Illinois tax holiday savings depend on how much a family spends on qualifying products from August 7-16, 2026. The state rate falls by five percentage points, producing savings of $5 per $100. Clothing and footwear must cost under $125 per item, while eligible school supplies have no price cap. Families save $5 for every $100 For the full schedule, reduced tax rate and shopping rules, read our

California wildfire home hardening can help limit damage from wind-driven embers that enter vents, collect in gutters or ignite nearby debris. CAL FIRE recommends a five-foot ember-resistant zone, regular maintenance and fire-resistant upgrades statewide. Wind-driven embers can ignite homes far from flames   California homeowners are being urged to strengthen properties ag

TTD posting controversy has triggered questions after a report alleged that an employee who celebrated Chandrababu Naidu’s 2023 arrest received an AEE-level assignment. With no official order or response publicly verified, the claims require an impartial review. TTD Posting Controversy Over Alleged Anti-Naidu Remarks A controversy has emerged around an alleged personnel decision at Tirumala Tirupat

A 16-year-old student in Rajasthan’s Dholpur district reportedly died by suicide after an alleged skin colour taunt by a classmate on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The case has raised concerns about school bullying, colour-based discrimination and student mental health. Rajasthan Teen Suicide Case A 16-year-old student identified as Rahul reportedly died by suicide in Rajasth

India’s first hydrogen train was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Jind railway station in Haryana. The fuel-cell train will operate on the Jind-Sonipat route, generating electricity on board while emitting water vapour and heat at the point of use. Hydrogen Train Launch Marks Indian Railways Milestone Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, July 17, 2026, flagged off India’s first h

Tirupati temple donations reached a record Rs 96.98 crore in 24 hours as 2,460 devotees contributed before TTD’s revised donor policy took effect. The rush was driven by the end of lifetime privileges, shorter benefit periods and new digital darshan rules. Record Donations Before New Policy Deadline Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams collected a record Rs 96.98 crore in donations within 24 hours on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, as devotees rushe

Wayanad landslide video shows tanker swept away, narrow escape Terrifying CCTV footage from Kerala’s Wayanad district has captured the dramatic moment a powerful landslide sent tonnes of mud, rocks and debris rushing downhill near the Anakkampoyil-Kalladi-Meppadi tunnel road project. The footage shows people running for their lives as a thick wave of slush crashes through the area near Meenakshi Bridge at Kalladi. W

The Tamil Nadu horse-trading row intensified after the DMK, AIADMK and BJP separately met Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, seeking his intervention over allegations against the TVK government. The parties raised concerns over alleged attempts to poach legislators, misuse of police machinery and the participation of private individuals in official government meetings. Opposition Parties Raise TVK Horse-Trading Allega