Amid the ongoing protests across several states over the postponement of NEET exams, the Centre has taken proactive steps, including the removal of the DG of the National Testing Agency and the formation of a high-level committee of experts to ensure transparency in the examinations.
Four news channels off air in Andhra Pradesh post polls; YSRCP reaches out to TRAI
Some news channels have gone off air at several places in Andhra Pradesh following the declaration of the results of the Assembly and Parliamentary elections with an opposition YSRCP Parliamentarian alleging coercion by the state government leading to them being blocked.
NEET-PG cancellation shows systemic failure: Stalin
In light of the recent cancellation of the NEET-PG exam, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin has voiced strong criticism of the centralised selection system for professional courses.
Hotel owner held for involvement in hooch tragedy
In a significant development in the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy, which has claimed 57 lives so far, police have arrested a hotel owner for his involvement in the illicit liquor operation.
SW Monsoon set to make an early onset in TN
Amid the scorching heat, Tamil Nadu is gearing up for an early onset of the southwest monsoon, promising much-needed relief. According to meteorological reports, districts such as Kanyakumari, Theni, Coimbatore, and Nilgiris are expected to receive substantial rainfall as the southwest monsoon advances.
Nirmala Sitharaman condemns Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday condemned the Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu which claimed 56 lives, and attacked the Congress party
Anbumani urges ban on medical entrance test
In a strong condemnation of the Centre’s decision to postpone the NEET exam for postgraduate admissions, PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the state government to permanently ban the medical entrance test due to the recent issues surrounding its conduct.
More pedestrian plazas to come up in city
The Greater Chennai Corporation has announced ambitious plans to create pedestrian plazas at three additional locations in the city, following the success of the initiative at Pondy Bazaar. The new pedestrian plazas are slated to be developed on Guindy Race Course Road, Thiruvottiyur High Road, and Arunachaleshwar Road in Tondiarpet within the current year.
Metrorail tunneling set to begin in Royapettah soon
Preparations are underway for the commencement of metrorail tunneling in Royapettah, one of Chennai’s most congested localities, marking a significant milestone in the city’s transportation infrastructure development.
Project to boost water storage and flood mitigation in Chennai
In a significant move to address water scarcity and recurrent flooding in Chennai and its surrounding areas, the Tamil Nadu Water Resources Department has proposed a Rs 22,004-crore project
