TIRUPUR: Exporters on Wednesday welcomed the Tamil Nadu budget 2026–27, saying it lays a strong foundation for industrial growth, export promotion and employment generation, while urging the state to back the sector with a worker housing scheme and a dedicated knitwear board.Dr A Sakthivel, chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), appreciated the budget’s…
Following the response to the first season’s ending, the makers announced the return of ‘Musafir Cafe’, with viewers eager to see how the story unfolds for its lead characters. Season 2 is expected to carry forward the emotional journey of Chander, Sudha and Preeti, while exploring themes of love, destiny, second chances and personal growth….
FIFA president Gianni Infantino Former FIFA vice president Prince Ali bin Al Hussein has criticised FIFA president Gianni Infantino and the governing body’s leadership, accusing them of withholding money due to Jordan and calling it a form of “blackmail.“Prince Ali, who heads the Jordan Football Association, said the federation has still not received the prize…
The move comes days after the United States imposed fresh tariffs on China and 59 other countries, adding to a series of recent trade measures. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto China announced restrictions on drone exports to the United States and blacklisted six companies on Wednesday (August 5, 2026) in response to trade sanctions imposed…
CHENNAI: Leader of opposition Tamil Nadu assembly and AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Wednesday took an identical stand in criticising the first budget of the TVK govt calling it a “big zero.”Speaking to reporters after the budget was presented, Udhayanidhi said no new schemes or projects had been announced in the budget. “The…
Loneliness can often make one feel disconnected even in a crowded room. The teachings of Krishna bring comfort by reminding us of our internal strength and the importance of self-awareness. When expectations go unmet, it can amplify feelings of rejection and distance from those we care about. The Bhagavad Gita encourages us not to seek…
Pradeep Rawat was given a final farewell in Mumbai on August 5, with several members of the film fraternity attending his last rites to honour the veteran actor’s memory. Among those who gathered to pay their respects were Aamir Khan, Ashoke Pandit, Akhilendra Mishra, Raj Arjun, Karan V Grover, Surendra Pal and Ruhanika Dhawan, along…
FIFA president Gianni Infantino (AP Photo) Gianni Infantino has received public backing from a small group of national football associations as pressure continues to mount over his future as FIFA president following the collapse of the controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal.While several major football nations and governing bodies have withdrawn their support after the…
The Dialogue was led by U.S. Coordinator for Counterterrorism Ambassador Gregory LoGerfo. File photo Credit: X/@StateDeptCT The U.S. and Pakistan have expressed joint resolve to confront terrorist organisations in the region, including ISIS-Khorasan, the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its affiliates, and discussed steps to strengthen border security. The Fourth U.S.-Pakistan Counterterrorism Dialogue, convened on…
CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu govt has allocated Rs 23 crore in the 2026-27 budget for the preservation and promotion of traditional folk arts. It will cover 200 selected folk art groups, with financial assistance to support 100 days of performances annually.Presenting the budget in the assembly, finance minister N Marie Wilson said the govt wants…