Chennai: Murugappa Group NBFC Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company (Chola) expects electric vehicles (EVs) to emerge as a key disruptor in the two-wheeler market, particularly in the entry-level and commuter segments.In its latest annual report, the company said the shift towards EVs in the commuter segment is being driven by govt incentives, lower operating costs…
The United States and Belgium meet at Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field) in one of the marquee ties of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, with a quarter-final meeting against Spain awaiting the winner. While the matchup already carried significant sporting importance, the buildup has been dominated by one of the tournament’s biggest controversies…
Chennai: In yet another safety-related incident, the loco pilot of the Yelagiri Express allegedly passed a stop signal while departing Perambur station on Thursday, prompting railway authorities to halt the train and replace the operating crew.Railway officials said at around 6pm, Train No 16089 Yelagiri Express passed a stop (red) signal while leaving Perambur for…
Zlatan Ibrahimović faced criticism after supporting FIFA’s decision to let Folarin Balogun play against Belgium despite his red card suspension Zlatan Ibrahimović has come under fire after publicly supporting FIFA’s controversial decision to suspend the one-match ban handed to United States striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to face Belgium in the FIFA World Cup Round…
Police seized 46.6kg of ganja, 12g of methamphetamine, 386 narcotic tablets, eight mobile phones, three motorcycles and a car. Chennai: Police arrested 54 persons in 33 cases related to the trafficking and sale of narcotic substances during a week-long crackdown conducted between June 28 and July 4. Police seized 46.6kg of ganja, 12g of methamphetamine,…
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha (1) and Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) compete during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Argentina and Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Fla., Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha could complete one of the most remarkable transfers of the summer after his outstanding performances…
Chennai: Electricity generated by windmills in Tamil Nadu reached an all-time high with the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation (TNPDCL) absorbing 124.34 million units (Mu) into the grid on Friday. This is about 27% of the state’s overall power consumption. On Friday, Tamil Nadu’s power consumption was 452.212 Mu.Previously, 123.85 Mu was the highest single-day…
FIFA World Cup Round of 16 Live: Team news is in! Both lineups confirmed for the blockbuster clash The team sheets are locked in here at Dallas, and both managers have named explosive lineups for this monumental Iberian derby. England’s Anthony Taylor will be the man in charge of the whistle tonight. PORTUGAL STARTING XI:…
The helicopter landed in a farm located between a large lake and the Chelliyamman Temple at Keerapakkam, near Vandalur, police sources said Chennai: An Indian Air Force helicopter made an emergency landing in an agricultural field at Keerapakkam in Chengalpet district on Monday morning after a technical snag during a training sortie.Vishal Bhaskar and his…
England’s Jarell Quansah (26) leaves the field after receiving a red card during round of 16 soccer match between Mexico and England (left); and Folarin Balogun (20) fouls Bosnia’s Tarik Muharemovic (4). A British Member of Parliament, Noah Law, has urged FIFA president Gianni Infantino to delay the suspension of England defender Jarell Quansah, arguing…