News for 'Nadu'

Mijo Chacko Kurian Dominates 400m At Indian Athletics Series

Mijo Chacko Kurian Dominates 400m At Indian Athletics Series

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Kerala's Mijo Chacko Kurian secured a gold medal in the men's 400m event and a silver in the 200m at the 15th leg of the Indian Athletics Series in Meerut. The event also saw other athletes like Adesh Garsa, Sandeep Singh, Avantika Narale, Harita Bhadra, and Priya Mohan clinch top honours across various track and field disciplines, showcasing a strong performance from national athletes.

19-Year-Old Kaziah Is Miss Universe India

19-Year-Old Kaziah Is Miss Universe India

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Nineteen-year-old law student Kaziah Liz Mejo from Kerala was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 at the grand finale held at Zee Studios in Jaipur on August 23.

Tamil Nadu Government Intensifies Efforts To Protect Children

Tamil Nadu Government Intensifies Efforts To Protect Children

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Tamil Nadu government is taking proactive measures to curb crime against children, following the sexual assault and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore. The government is focusing on strict policing, public awareness, and swift justice through fast-track courts.

World Elephant Day: Haathi Mere Saathi

World Elephant Day: Haathi Mere Saathi

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

India has over 22,000 wild elephants. May their tribe increase.

TN assembly mandates state anthem at all official events

TN assembly mandates state anthem at all official events

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has moved a government resolution mandating the rendition of Tamil Thaai Vazhthu at the commencement of all government events, emphasising the state's linguistic and cultural rights amidst a Union Home Affairs Ministry advisory on Vande Mataram.

Top Seeds Face Tough Challenges At National Table Tennis Championships

Top Seeds Face Tough Challenges At National Table Tennis Championships

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

The UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships in Kanpur witnessed top seed Manush Shah narrowly escape an upset in the men's singles, while the women's singles draw experienced significant upheavals with several seeded players, including eighth-seeded Sayali Wani, making early exits after intense five-game battles.

Vijay's 'gift' leaves MLA singing his praises in assembly

Vijay's 'gift' leaves MLA singing his praises in assembly

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced official vehicles and a monthly allowance for MLAs to address public grievances and monitor government projects in their constituencies. This initiative aims to reduce financial burden, improve transparency, and ensure grassroots service delivery.

Three Business Dailies Set to Launch

Three Business Dailies Set to Launch

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

The last major business daily to launch in India was Financial Chronicle in April 2008, preceded by Mint on February 1, 2007.

Bengaluru, Mysuru unaffected by Karnataka bandh call over Cauvery

Bengaluru, Mysuru unaffected by Karnataka bandh call over Cauvery

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

While intense protests were seen in Mandya and preventive detentions carried out at several places, life remained unaffected in major urban centres like Bengaluru and Mysuru.

Coming Up In Theatres This September: Vvaan, Mirzapur, Haiwaan, Daayra

Coming Up In Theatres This September: Vvaan, Mirzapur, Haiwaan, Daayra

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Get ready for a packed September as Bollywood unveils a diverse slate of theatrical releases, promising a thrilling mix of drama, psychological thrillers, and supernatural tales for movie enthusiasts.

TN student's murder linked to exposing campus drug trafficking

TN student's murder linked to exposing campus drug trafficking

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

A 19-year-old mechatronics engineering student was brutally murdered in Coimbatore, leading to a political controversy in Tamil Nadu. While his family alleges he was targeted for exposing drug abuse on campus, police and college management claim the attack stemmed from personal enmity and a retaliatory clash. Eight arrests have been made, and the issue was raised in the Legislative Assembly, with the Opposition demanding an inquiry into the conflicting narratives.

Wild Elephant Tramples Farmer To Death In Tamil Nadu

Wild Elephant Tramples Farmer To Death In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com29 May 2026

A 40-year-old farmer in Tamil Nadu was killed by a wild elephant while attending to nature's call near his village.

Protests erupt over 3 TN men's death in K'taka forest firing; officials booked

Protests erupt over 3 TN men's death in K'taka forest firing; officials booked

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Tamil Nadu's DMK and PMK parties have called for a thorough investigation into the alleged killing of three Tamil men by Karnataka Forest Department personnel. The incident, which occurred on August 15, has sparked protests and led to an FIR being filed against forest officials, with political leaders demanding justice and compensation for the victims' families.

Seven Dalits Injured In Masked Gang Attacks In Tamil Nadu

Seven Dalits Injured In Masked Gang Attacks In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Seven Dalits were injured in Tenkasi and Tirunelveli districts after being attacked by masked men, prompting calls for government action to prevent further violence.

El Nino Revives India's Water Disputes

El Nino Revives India's Water Disputes

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Change of guard in some states and evolving El Nino dynamics are triggering fresh actions on raging water-sharing disputes in several states.

10-day delay in Parliament prorogation fuels delimitation bill speculation

10-day delay in Parliament prorogation fuels delimitation bill speculation

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Ten days after both Houses of Parliament were adjourned sine die, the Monsoon session is yet to end formally, giving rise to speculation that the government wants to pass a key legislation without convening a new session.

TN to opposes Centre's delimitation plan, backs 543-seat Lok Sabha freeze

TN to opposes Centre's delimitation plan, backs 543-seat Lok Sabha freeze

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

A meeting of Tamil Nadu MPs, led by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, unanimously decided to oppose the Union government's proposed delimitation exercise, demanding its complete withdrawal and an extension of the delimitation freeze for another 25 years.

Jharkhand, Haryana, Karnataka Maintain Winning Streak In Junior National Hockey

Jharkhand, Haryana, Karnataka Maintain Winning Streak In Junior National Hockey

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Hockey Jharkhand, Hockey Haryana, and Hockey Karnataka extended their winning streaks in the Women Junior National Championship. Karnataka delivered a dominant 9-0 victory over Goans Hockey, with Pearlin Ponnamma AG scoring four goals. Other teams like Hockey Bihar, Delhi Hockey, Hockey Mizoram, Uttar Pradesh Hockey, and Hockey Madhya Pradesh also secured significant wins across various divisions and pools.

British parentage, Indian ownership: The Royal Enfield Story

British parentage, Indian ownership: The Royal Enfield Story

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

"When Royal Enfield turned 100, we were struggling for survival"

Tamil Nadu CM Directs Swift Action In Sexual Assault Cases

Tamil Nadu CM Directs Swift Action In Sexual Assault Cases

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has directed police to promptly register cases, investigate expeditiously, and ensure stringent punishment for those involved in sexual crimes, following a series of incidents including the murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore.

India-China Rivalry Tests BRICS' Future

India-China Rivalry Tests BRICS' Future

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

India and China are in what experts call 'a cooperation-versus-competition situation'.

Tamil Nadu BJP Chief Condemns Alleged Illegal Fee Collection In Government School

Tamil Nadu BJP Chief Condemns Alleged Illegal Fee Collection In Government School

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran has alleged that a government school in Tiruppur illegally collected fees from students for admission and has sought stringent action against the school authorities.

Migrant Labourer Lynched In Tamil Nadu After Alleged Misbehaviour

Migrant Labourer Lynched In Tamil Nadu After Alleged Misbehaviour

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A migrant labourer from Assam was beaten to death by a mob in Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, after allegedly misbehaving with a woman. The victim, identified as Prosenjit Das, was staying in a rented room with six other labourers from Assam.

After decades, Cong MLAs set to join Tamil Nadu cabinet

After decades, Cong MLAs set to join Tamil Nadu cabinet

Rediff.com21 May 2026

The Tamil Nadu cabinet will be expanded with the inclusion of two Congress MLAs in the C Joseph Vijay-led ministry, marking the national party's return to government in Tamil Nadu after decades.

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M Claims Kanizsa Open Crown

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M Claims Kanizsa Open Crown

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M secured a significant victory at the Kanizsa Open in Hungary, defeating Germany's Vadim Petrovskiy in the final round. The 19-year-old, currently ranked 44th globally, finished with seven points, earning congratulations from the Indian Embassy for his performance on the international chess stage.

Seven Dalits Injured In Attack In Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi District

Seven Dalits Injured In Attack In Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi District

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Seven Dalits were injured in an alleged attack by a gang in Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Stalin steps down as Tamil Nadu chief minister

Stalin steps down as Tamil Nadu chief minister

Rediff.com5 May 2026

DMK President M K Stalin has resigned as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister following his party's defeat in the recent Assembly elections. The resignation letter has been sent to the state Governor. DMK secured 59 seats and will serve as the principal opposition party.

Tamil Nadu Government Steps Up Efforts To Protect Children

Tamil Nadu Government Steps Up Efforts To Protect Children

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Tamil Nadu minister Rajmohan has asserted the state government is taking proactive measures to curb crime against children, following the sexual assault and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore. The minister detailed the government's approach of strict policing and public participation to prevent such crimes, while also hinting at the revival of student union elections in colleges across the state.

Sugar Prices May Ease Soon

Sugar Prices May Ease Soon

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Prices had started to ease following the government's decision to allow duty-free imports of 1 mt of raw sugar and would weaken further over the next 7 to 10 days.

Appellate court cannot hike sentence on its own, rules Supreme Court

Appellate court cannot hike sentence on its own, rules Supreme Court

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court has ruled that an appellate court cannot unilaterally enhance a convict's sentence unless an appeal for enhancement is filed by the State, victim, or complainant. This significant observation came in a triple-murder case where the Madras High Court had enhanced a co-convict's life sentence to imprisonment for the remainder of his life without such an appeal.

320 Indians missing in Nepal floods, 400 stranded on Chinese side

320 Indians missing in Nepal floods, 400 stranded on Chinese side

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

India's Ministry of External Affairs reported that 320 Indians are missing and 400 are stranded on the Chinese side following devastating flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border. India is actively involved in rescue efforts, sending relief supplies to Nepal and coordinating with Chinese authorities for the evacuation of its citizens. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reviewed the situation, emphasising the priority given to the well-being of Indian nationals.

Wife withdraws divorce petition against TN CM Vijay

Wife withdraws divorce petition against TN CM Vijay

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Sankgeetha, wife of actor-politician C Joseph Vijay, has withdrawn her divorce petition filed against him in a family court. She had previously accused him of an extra-marital affair and mental cruelty, but confirmed her decision to withdraw the plea via video-conferencing.

Migrant Labourer Beaten To Death By Mob In Tamil Nadu

Migrant Labourer Beaten To Death By Mob In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A migrant labourer from Assam was beaten to death by a mob in Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, after allegedly misbehaving with a woman.

DKS appeals to Vijay to put off Bengaluru visit

DKS appeals to Vijay to put off Bengaluru visit

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has appealed to his Tamil Nadu counterpart C Vijay Joseph to defer his proposed August 3 visit to Bengaluru. The request comes amidst widespread protests in Karnataka following a decision by the CWMA upholding a direction for Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of water to Tamil Nadu.

What Are Our Leaders Up To?

What Are Our Leaders Up To?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Glimpses of our leaders at work on Wednesday: From photography and policy meetings to honours for veterans and high-level consultations.

For ISRO, Friday Is Not About Putting Another Satellite Into Orbit

For ISRO, Friday Is Not About Putting Another Satellite Into Orbit

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

It is about proving that the agency can still deliver when the stakes are high.

DMK chief Stalin moves HC against Kolathur assembly poll results

DMK chief Stalin moves HC against Kolathur assembly poll results

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

DMK President M K Stalin has filed a petition in the Madras High Court challenging the election of TVK candidate V S Babu from the Kolathur Assembly constituency. Stalin alleges grave irregularities during the checking and verification of EVMs and VVPATs, which he claims were not adequately addressed by the District Election Officer. He seeks a declaration that Babu's election is void and a 100% counting of VVPAT slips.

TN pleads in SC for reservation benefits for Muslim converts

TN pleads in SC for reservation benefits for Muslim converts

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court has reserved its decision on a plea by the Tamil Nadu government challenging a Madras High Court verdict. The High Court had ruled that individuals converting to Islam are not automatically entitled to reservation benefits under the Backward Class (Muslim) category solely based on their conversion.

Migrant Labourer Beaten To Death By Mob In Tamil Nadu

Migrant Labourer Beaten To Death By Mob In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A migrant labourer from Assam was beaten to death by a mob in Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, after allegedly misbehaving with a woman. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Yeh Hai India: Cyclist Rides to Everest Base Camp Without Front Wheel

Yeh Hai India: Cyclist Rides to Everest Base Camp Without Front Wheel

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Kerala-based professional stunt cyclist Saneed is undertaking an extraordinary journey from Kerala to the Everest Base Camp on a specially modified bicycle lacking a front wheel, aiming to spread a 'Say No to Drugs' awareness message.