News for 'South Chennai'

Land deals for housing, warehousing rise to over 2,200 acres

Land deals for housing, warehousing rise to over 2,200 acres

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Indian real estate sector saw more land deals in 2024 at over 2,200 acres as developers were looking to expand the business, according to CBRE. Real estate consultant CBRE data showed that land deals of more than 2,200 acres last year as against about 1,900 acres in the preceding year. Out of the total land transactions in 2024, around 2,000 acres were located in the eight major cities -- Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Pune, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Ahmedabad.

Why Ruturaj Had A South Indian Engagement

Why Ruturaj Had A South Indian Engagement

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Chennai Super Kings batter Ruturaj Gaikwad and his wife Utkarsha Pawar paid tribute to CSK and the Whistle Podu fans with a traditional South Indian engagement ceremony last month.

BJP Hands 'Tamil Pride' On A Platter To DMK

BJP Hands 'Tamil Pride' On A Platter To DMK

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

If the DMK is able to sustain the momentum until the assembly polls, the AIADMK especially and the PMK and possibly the infant TVK too would find it hard to sign up with the BJP, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

India's U-19 Queens: Meet the stars of World Cup triumph

India's U-19 Queens: Meet the stars of World Cup triumph

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

A look at some of India's key performers in the Under-19 T20 World Cup.

Social media lends helping hand in reaching aid to Chennai flood-hit

Social media lends helping hand in reaching aid to Chennai flood-hit

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

Cries of help were forwarded through the night, as Chennaiites, who waded through a similar nightmare in 2015, reconnected online again and formed citizen rescue groups to deal with emergencies.

Can Jaiswal Break This Tendulkar Record?

Can Jaiswal Break This Tendulkar Record?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal is 282 runs short of Sachin Tendulkar's record for most runs by an Indian during a calendar year in Test cricket.

Samson's pace problem: Can India fix it before T20 WC?

Samson's pace problem: Can India fix it before T20 WC?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Sanju Samson's technical weaknesses against express pace along with Rinku Singh's dip in form and fitness issues will be a concern for India

All eyes on Shami as India eye fresh start vs England

All eyes on Shami as India eye fresh start vs England

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

After a disappointing showing in the Test series in Australia recently, the Indian team is eager to make a fresh start in the T20 format.

North-South Divide: Myth Or Reality?

North-South Divide: Myth Or Reality?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

For the BJP, Telangana is a sunrise state in the South, while Karnataka is a southern success despite the ups and downs.

Cyclone Fengal causes unprecedented rainfall in Pondy

Cyclone Fengal causes unprecedented rainfall in Pondy

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

After making landfall near Puducherry on November 30, Cyclone Fengal weakened on Sunday, but torrential downpour under its influence paralysed the union territory, with the Army stepping in to evacuate stranded persons in inundated streets.

Why South India Is Unhappy With Modi

Why South India Is Unhappy With Modi

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

On one hand, South Indian states have been complaining about denial of a proportionate portion of the sharable funds from the Centre, based on population. On the other hand, they stand to lose Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha seats that again are based on population, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Upton's mental masterclass: The secret behind Gukesh's triumph

Upton's mental masterclass: The secret behind Gukesh's triumph

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

D Gukesh credited mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton for helping him tame the 'emotional pressure' of competing at the World Chess Championship.

India's job market ends 2024 on a high; white-collar hiring up 9%

India's job market ends 2024 on a high; white-collar hiring up 9%

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

White-collar hiring activity in December witnessed a 9 per cent increase compared to the same period of the previous year, driven by high-skill and strategic roles, a report said on Thursday. According to Naukri JobSpeak, the index reached an impressive 2,651 points in December 2024, reflecting a robust 9 per cent year-on-year growth, a promising sign for the year ahead.

'MRF is now world's 11th largest tyre company'

'MRF is now world's 11th largest tyre company'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

'The favourable rupee-dollar exchange rate, there are opportunities we can tap.'

'What An Engineer Earns In A Month, We Earn In 2 Hours'

'What An Engineer Earns In A Month, We Earn In 2 Hours'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

'The more popular, the more work, the more money.'

Meet Delhi's new cabinet: A diverse power mix

Meet Delhi's new cabinet: A diverse power mix

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

The cabinet of the new government led by Rekha Gupta balances representation of all major communities that propelled the Bharatiya Janata Party to power in Delhi with a massive majority after over 26 years.

IRCTC's Winter Wonderland Holiday

IRCTC's Winter Wonderland Holiday

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Travelling from South India to Kashmir in December was magical for Ganesh Nadar as he feasted his eyes on the beauty of the snow-capped Himalayas.

PHOTOS: What a World Cup cliffhanger in Chennai!

PHOTOS: What a World Cup cliffhanger in Chennai!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

South Africa broke their 24-year World Cup jinx against Pakistan with a nervy one-wicket victory and inched closer to securing a semi-final place with their fifth win in six matches.

SKY under pressure: Will he shine in second T20?

SKY under pressure: Will he shine in second T20?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

India will look to extend lead against England

Ridiculous! Tennis legend slams players for snubbing India

Ridiculous! Tennis legend slams players for snubbing India

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Former Indian tennis captain Anand Amritraj has criticized top players Sumit Nagal and Yuki Bhambri for not playing in the Davis Cup, stating that money should not be a factor when representing the country.

Vyshak's dream comes true: From overweight to Team India

Vyshak's dream comes true: From overweight to Team India

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Vyshak was also fortunate to get guidance from former India and Karnataka pacer Abhimanyu Mithun during his initial days with the state Ranji Trophy team during the 2021-22 season.

India's Biggest Test Victory In Australia

India's Biggest Test Victory In Australia

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Bishan Bedi-led India held the previous record when they thrashed Australia by 222 runs in the Melbourne Test in December 1977.

Women's T20I: Match called off due to heavy rain

Women's T20I: Match called off due to heavy rain

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

The second Women's T20I between India and South Africa in Chennai was called off due to rain after South Africa set a challenging target of 177 for 6.

Heavy rains lash Chennai, Stalin tells ministers to rush to rain-hit areas

Heavy rains lash Chennai, Stalin tells ministers to rush to rain-hit areas

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Besides heavy traffic congestion, the intermittent heavy rains led to inundation in several parts of the city and neighbouring districts of Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengelpet.

A Walk Through Little India In Singapore

A Walk Through Little India In Singapore

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Was this Chennai? Or Singapore? There's an area in Singapore that looked like a suburb of Chennai.

Modi inaugurates Chennai airport's new terminal building

Modi inaugurates Chennai airport's new terminal building

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the Rs 1,260 crore New Integrated Terminal Building (Phase-1) of the Chennai International Airport, a facility that will boost passenger handling.

DMK+ set for a sweep in TN; BJP bags 10% vote share

DMK+ set for a sweep in TN; BJP bags 10% vote share

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

In a first, BJP crossed the 10 per cent vote share-mark in Tamil Nadu and has so far registered a share of 10.21 per cent, though it could not emerge in lead positions anywhere.

Petrol bomb hurled outside Raj Bhavan in Chennai

Petrol bomb hurled outside Raj Bhavan in Chennai

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

The man who threw the petrol bomb was immediately overpowered, they said

PIX: Rohit, Virat, Ashwin continue to put in the grind

PIX: Rohit, Virat, Ashwin continue to put in the grind

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant and pacer Mohammed Siraj too faced local bowlers and significant amount of throwdowns.

Why Stalin wants Tamilians to have '16 children'

Why Stalin wants Tamilians to have '16 children'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Stalin's comments came two days after Naidu said there was a need to manage the population in Andhra Pradesh given there will be an increase in the aging population.

Transgender candidate in Chennai South hopes to make history

Transgender candidate in Chennai South hopes to make history

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

A Ganesh Nadar meets M Radha, the first transgender candidate in the fray for Lok Sabha elections from Tamil Nadu.

Chandrika Tandon Wins A Grammy

Chandrika Tandon Wins A Grammy

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Chennai-born Indian-American businesswoman and musician Chandrika Tandon, 71, won a Grammy in the Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album category for her album Triveni, a blend of ancient chants and world music, at the 2025 Grammys.

Why Aus teen Konstas should not be rushed into Test cricket

Why Aus teen Konstas should not be rushed into Test cricket

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Konstas, Marcus Harris and Cameron Bancroft among others are looking to get into the Australian XI as Khawaja's opening partner in the series against India.

PIX: South Africa edge Pakistan in thriller to go top

PIX: South Africa edge Pakistan in thriller to go top

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match between Pakistan and South Africa, in Chennai, on Friday.

Dhoni to join T10 League? Rumours swirl...

Dhoni to join T10 League? Rumours swirl...

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Shaji Ul Mulk, T Ten Global Sports Founder and Chairman, believes the prospect of seeing India icon Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the T10 format could be a possibility.

Smith, Starc out of South Africa tour with injuries

Smith, Starc out of South Africa tour with injuries

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Steve Smith and fast bowler Mitchell Starc have been ruled out of the white-ball series in South Africa through injuries.

Lack of depth in bowling reserves leaves India exposed

Lack of depth in bowling reserves leaves India exposed

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

The cupboard is bare and it will take some time to prepare another cracking line-up that can match the aura of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami and Ishant Sharma.

South Africa look to maintain momentum vs Bangladesh

South Africa look to maintain momentum vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Bangladesh might not look too threatening in the World Cup but their record against the Proteas

India Now Have More Test Wins Than Losses

India Now Have More Test Wins Than Losses

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

It has been 4,302 days since India last lost a Test series at home.

Centre Wants Stalin To End Samsung Strike

Centre Wants Stalin To End Samsung Strike

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya urges state government 'to intervene for an early and amicable resolution for maintaining a positive manufacturing sector ecosystem'.