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Sri Sankara TV to host Bhakthi Utsavam in Chennai

NT BureauOctober 16, 20260

Sri Sankara TV will organise the fifth edition of Bhakthi Utsavam 2026, a five-day spiritual and cultural festival, at Vani Mahal, T. Nagar, from October 20 to 24.

Govt hikes windfall tax on petrol, cuts levy on diesel exports

NT BureauOctober 16, 20260

The government on Friday cut the windfall tax on diesel exports and raised the levy on petrol exports for the fortnight beginning October 16.

Thiruma demands resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

NT BureauOctober 16, 20260

VCK president Thol Thirumavalavan on Friday demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and called for the repeal of the law governing the appointment of election commissioners and the scrapping of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).

Ayudha puja rush sends Chennai flight fares soaring

NT BureauOctober 16, 20260

Airfares from Chennai to several cities have surged ahead of the Ayudha Puja and Vijayadashami holidays, placing an additional financial burden on passengers travelling to their hometowns.

Chennai gives Navaratri Kolu a creative twist

NT BureauOctober 16, 20260

From traditional displays of Hindu deities to elaborate scenes depicting epics, village life and contemporary themes, Chennai has turned Navaratri kolu into a celebration of devotion, creativity and community participation.