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Madras High Court dispenses with personal appearance of former Chennai Collector in suo motu contempt proceedings

. Madras High Court dispenses with personal appearance of former Collector J. Vijaya Rani in suo motu contempt proceedings. AAG informs court she is on election duty in another State. Judge directs IAS officer to appear on Dec 11 & directs NHAI Project Director to file report on orders passed…

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T.N. CM’s video address not telecast in Sri Lanka; report hints at GoI’s objection

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin's video message for 'Naam 200' event in Colombo was not telecast due to reported objection from GOI. Event was to commemorate 200th anniversary of Indian-origin Tamils' arrival from Chennai.

The Hindu

Gang smuggling foreign liquor bottles nabbed

The District Task Force (DTF) of the Prohibition and Excise Department caught a bus driver from Chennai while he was handing over illegally transported liquor bottles to a biker in Nampally

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Akshay Bohra dominates from start to finish in first F4 race

Indian F4 championship kicks off in Chennai with Akshay Bohra winning first race. Torrential rain ended the race behind the Safety Car. Series moved to Chennai due to upcoming elections in Telangana. Final round to be held as India’s first-ever night race on Dec 9 & 10.

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Time when Chennai feared about floods during rains has changed, says Stalin

TN CM Stalin: Works since 2021 have changed Chennai's fear of flooding. Desilting, 876km of new drains, swift draining of Alandur & Velachery despite heavy rains. Ministers, reps & officials must be on field to ensure public not affected. #ChennaiFloods #ChennaiRains #ChennaiSafety

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Modern wearable devices useful in monitoring heart patients’ health, says cardiologist

10M+ people in India affected by heart failure; Quadruple Therapy & Emergency Bypass Surgery can improve life expectancy; coronary interventions, complex & critical, provide effective relief; wearable devices useful for heart patients; international conference in Chennai discussed delay in diagnosis.

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T.N. BJP functionary Ranjana Nachiyar arrested, after shouting at, beating MTC bus driver, students for footboard travel in Chennai

BJP functionary S. Ranjana Nachiyar arrested for moral policing, abusing & beating school students travelling on MTC bus footboard. She stopped bus, scolded driver & conductor, slapped & beat students for flouting safety rules. Police booked her under IPC & Juvenile Justice Act.

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‘I expected better’: Why so many empty seats at India’s Cricket World Cup?

While India’s matches have attracted huge crowds, attendance for many other games have been underwhelming.

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Bengaluru’s air quality was cleaner in October 2023 compared to last year

Bengaluru saw a fall in PM 2.5 levels in Oct 2023 vs same period last yr, according to Respirer Reports. Lucknow, Patna, Bengaluru & Chennai managed to reduce PM 2.5 levels, demonstrating potential for successful air quality improvement efforts. Chennai least polluted, Delhi most polluted.

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Deepavali 2023 | Customised fashion, beauty, sweets, and more in Chennai

The festival of Deepavali comes alive with a unique blend of tradition and innovation in Chennai

The Hindu

Over 15,000 submit applications for inclusion in electoral rolls in T.N. in seven days

ECI received 15,887 Form 6 applications from 38 districts in TN, incl. highest from Tiruvallur (990), Coimbatore (965) & Chennai (960). 19,036 Form 8 & 1,914 Form 7 applications also received. ECI pleased with response & organising special camps Nov 4-5 for citizens to check electoral rolls.

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Chennai’s one-hour tailors have all your Deepavali fashion solutions

Chennai's Ranganathan Street is filled with tailors guaranteeing one hour delivery of clothes; Embroidery and stone-work artists also get busy during festivals like Deepavali.

The Hindu

Deepavali sweets in Chennai: Your guide to what’s on the menu

Prep for Deepavali in Chennai: Sweet stalls gear up for busy season, offering traditional & newer varieties, online catalogues & ready-to-make mixes. Customers flock to buy pakodas, samosas & iconic sweets like Ajmeer Cake, Jangris & Wheat Halwa. Shops offer delivery & tie-up with pan-India delivery partner.

The Hindu

Chennai’s neighbourhood beauty parlours now customise make up looks, saree drapes this Deepavali

Independent beauty parlours in Chenai, some older than the world wide web, weigh in on the festive season rush, the trends this Deepavali season and how beauty is a family activity

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Ever watched a play blindfolded? Chennai’s Evam experiments with sensory fantasy theatre

Chennai played host to theatre of the mind with Evam’s well-executed, experiential fantasy show for a blindfolded audience

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Cannot come to Madras HC in connection with defamation suit filed against journalist Mathew Samuel: Palaniswami

. Edappadi K. Palaniswami, CHENNAIAIADMK gen. sec., unable to appear in court for 2019 defamation suit. Requested court to appoint Advocate Commissioner to record evidence at his residence. Affidavit stated suit seeks ₹1.10 cr. from journalist, crew & Kodanad case accused. Evidence vital for deciding case.

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Idea booths, networking, an open mic, and more at Unfold, The Writing Fest this Saturday in Chennai

Unfold: Writing Fest offers a unique experience of stalls, games, networking & performances for writers above 16. Hosted by The Folded Paper Writing, registrations are on first-come-first-serve basis. Come explore, exchange ideas & put your pens to paper! #thefoldedpapergroup #writingfest #unfold #museumofpossibilities #chennai

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Chennai’s parks: Here’s where to go to read, write, and create art

Chennai's parks become havens for reading, journalling, art: Residents across ages find solace in green spaces, enjoy Nature's beauty & calm. Parks offer respite from indoors, a chance to explore city & its pockets of calm. Reading, journalling, art activities bring joy & refreshment.

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Risk of type 2 diabetes linked to air pollution in Chennai, Delhi

Indian cities have consistently dominated the tops of lists of places with the worst air for residents, with air quality frequently several times higher than the limits set by the World Health Organisation.

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Encroachments razed at new bus bay on Chennai-Bengaluru Highway in Vellore

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Madras High Court grants bail to biker T.T.F. Vasan in rash riding case

Madras HC grants bail to biker Vaikunthavasan, 23, arrested after wheelie accident on Chennai-Vellore highway. Justice C.V. Karthikeyan considers incarceration since Sep 19, directs him to appear before IO for 3 weeks after being enlarged on bail.

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Air pollution raises risk of type 2 diabetes, says landmark Indian study

Seven-year study of 12,000 residents of Delhi and Chennai finds link between PM2.5 particles and increased blood sugar levels

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Indian Racing League event in Hyderabad shifted to Chennai

Hyderabad to miss out on IRL race; shifted to Chennai due to police pressure. Fans to get full refunds; ECI's election mandate cited as reason. Formula E event in city next year unlikely to be affected.

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CapitaLand Investment launches India’s first net zero business park in Chennai, to invest 500 million Singapore dollars over next five years

CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI) has commenced operations for phase 1 of International Tech Park Chennai Radial Road, investing over S$500 million in Chennai over the next five years. It is the first business park in India certified by IGBC as Net Zero for energy efficiency, water conservation and waste management.…

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Dialysis machine installed in Retteri urban primary health centre

Tanker Foundation installs dialysis machine at Chennai's Corporation Urban Primary Health Centre, supported by Greater Chennai Corporation and Rotary Club of Chennai Towers. Anjana Kovoor commissions machine to help 14,440 people annually diagnosed with kidney failure in Tamil Nadu, offering subsidised dialysis, financial help for medication, investigation and transplantation. Foundation…

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