Chennai: The TVK govt has planned to launch Singappen credit scheme for women entrepreneurs at an outlay of Rs 7,015 crore.Minister for cooperation V Gandhiraj announced in the assembly that the scheme was intended to “empower women socially and economically, to reduce rural poverty and enable them (women) to achieve financial independence”. The scheme will…
The day begins with a slight edge in the air, Aries. You’ll need to slow down where you usually rush, especially during commuting, crossing busy roads, or handling tools and machines at work.The Moon stirs your restless side, while Saturn throws a small brake on movement. That’s why little delays, sharp words, or disappointing news…
COIMBATORE: A 34-year-old labourer, who was brutally assaulted by a gang near Periyanaickenpalayam in Coimbatore district on Aug 17, succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment in Coimbatore Medical College Hospital on Wednesday night. Police arrested four men in connection with his death.The deceased was identified as V Pradeep, 34, of JJ Nagar in Vellamadai…
Anthony Hopkins says ‘lifetime is running out’ as he opens up on returning to Wales, sobriety and his debut album at 88 Hollywood legend Sir Anthony Hopkins has opened up about his mortality and his deep connection to Wales, admitting that although he longs to return to his home country, time may no longer be…
NEW DELHI: Ali Usman gave Pakistan a big boost with a five-wicket haul, but England still took a commanding 238-run lead in the first Test at Headingley on Friday. England, who resumed Day 3 on 366-8, were bowled out for 409 in 89.5 overs. Their lower order added 43 runs, with Jofra Archer scoring 23…
Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan gives a press conference at his home, in Lahore. File | Photo Credit: AP Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was transferred back to jail early on Friday (August 21, 2026), hours after being taken to a hospital for court-ordered medical checks, the government said. Also Read | Pakistan…
Sowcar Janaki at a function organised by stage artist and producer S Shivpprasadh CHENNAI: By the time Sowcar Janaki met K Balachander, she did not need to be discovered. She was already a name, bankable, carrying an image the industry had settled on without asking her: the actress who cried beautifully. What Balachander did was…
There are days that feel like warm sunshine on a balcony which is the case with one such day, Taurus. You might feel more relaxed than you normally do and the comfort that you receive from your partner or spouse can make a huge difference.Venus, the planet that rules your life, can soothe your mood…
Leader of opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin flagged the issue, citing Vijay’s statement at the SZC meet chaired by Union home minister Amit Shah. CHENNAI: A nearly 40-minute high-voltage exchange over delimitation kept the Tamil Nadu assembly on the edge on Friday, with the opposition putting chief minister C Joseph Vijay’s stand under the scanner and questioning…
Ashwin Mushran FINALLY ADDRESSES Goa accident controversy: ‘If you spew venom or post unverified information’ Ashwin Mushran has broken his silence over allegations that he hit a biker in Goa while allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road. Taking to social media, the actor shared a cryptic video hinting that he plans to…