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Why I Quit Smoking

It's more than a month now. I have not started smoking and don't ever plan to. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff One morning a couple of years ago I felt a swelling in my gums, but there was......

Over 1 lakh Muslims protest Waqf law in Karnataka, recall Shahbano stir

In what is deemed as one of the largest public gatherings by the Muslim community in Karnataka in recent times, over one lakh people assembled under the banner of the Karnataka State Ulema......

Chennai floods: Water levels of Adyar and Kumbh rivers fall sharply

In signs of easing of situation, the water levels of Adyar and Kumbh rivers have fallen considerably following reduced discharge from reservoirs like Chembarampakkam, Madurantakam and Puzhal lakes......

Cyclone Michaung leaves trail of death and destruction

At least 12 people lost their lives in various rain-related incidents in and around Chennai even as personnel on fishing boats and farm tractors were engaged in rescuing stranded people in the city......

Prestigious South Chennai LS seat to see fierce triangular fight, here is why

Home to some top-notch educational institutions and IT companies, the prestigious South Chennai Parliament seat is set for a 3-way direct fight involving two women leaders and a former MP as the......

3.3 cr plates of Idli on were ordered on Swiggy in 12 months

On the occasion of World Idli Day, on-demand delivery platform Swiggy on Thursday said it has delivered 3.3 crore plates of the South Indian delicacy in the last one year. Photograph: Courtesy,......

Rains, not delayed decision, caused floods: TN govt

The Tamil Nadu government said on Sunday the recent floods in Chennai were not because of any delay in taking a decision about releasing water from the Chembarambakkam lake into the Adyar river.......

Chennai deluge: It's time to question reckless urbanisation

Govt's focus on 'smart cities' is fine, but basic amenities must be put into place first. Image: More basic amenities must be put into place first. Photograph: Reuters Record......

Why we need to pay more for the water we use

'We have severely under-invested in waste water treatment.''We charge for water a minimal amount and we don't charge anything extra for providing sewerage service.''As a result, every water entity......

A quiet, studious, boy none of his school teachers remember

'Ever since I heard the news, I have been trying to recollect his face. Unfortunately I have not been able to.' 'It seems he was a very quiet, studious boy.' 'I still do not know how I might have......

Will Oviya return to Bigg Boss?

Oviya swears she won't return to the Bigg Boss house, but in showbiz anything can happen.A Ganesh Nadar meets some of her fans. Photograph: Kind courtesy Oviya/Twitter It has been weeks since......

Kuchelan, Rajni's next

It is official, Tamil superstar Rajniknath's next film is going to be Kuchelan, a Tamil remake of the Malayalam film Katha Parayumbol directed by M Mohanan that is making waves in Kerala. Katha......

Wish Rajnikanth!

The undisputed king of Tamil cinema Rajnikanth turns 57 onDecember 12. He was born the fourth child ofJijabai and Ramojirao Gaekwad and was named Shivaji Rao Gaekward. Although a Maharashtrian, he......

Rajnikanth is a true friend indeed

Meeting Sivaji is the best thing that has happened in my life," says Raghunandan of Tamil film superstar Rajnikanth. "Yes, I still refer to him as Sivaji, his original name," says the associate......

'By not smoking, I am saving lives'

As passionate as Kamal Haasan is about films, he is passionate about other issues too. For instance, his latest passion to create awareness among the public about cancer. Kamal hasmade it a point......

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Every summer, Sudhir Gautam makes a pilgrimage to Sachin Tendulkar's Mumbai home, carrying a box of Muzaffarpur litchis from his home town in Bihar, a gesture sweeter than the fruit itself. IMAGE:......

Varun Is A Hero For Dubai's Southies

Tamilians and Keralites believe he is one of them, and people from Karnataka also consider him their hero. IMAGE: Varun Chakravarthy celebrates taking a wicket against New Zealand. Photograph:......

World Cup: 1750 school kids attend Kiwis' clash against Bangladesh

IMAGE: School kids at the Chepauk for New Zealand’s World Cup clash against Bangladesh. Photograph: ANI As a part of the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association's (TNCA) effort to promote the......