Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned Washington against making “unacceptable” arms deliveries to Ukraine during a Thursday (July 23, 2026) meeting in Manila with U.S. counterpart Marco Rubio, Moscow said. Mr. Lavrov and Mr. Rubio’s meeting on the sidelines of a Southeast Asian summit, their…
Chennai: A Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) audit has found that 2,798 of the 3.11 lakh streetlights maintained by the civic body—about 0.9%—were not functioning.Of these, 1,501 were at sites where stormwater drain, Chennai Metro Rail and Metrowater projects were under way. The audit identified faults in 945 LED lights, while underground cable failures affected another…
Enumerators conduct a population census survey in a residential neighborhood in Tamil Nadu, India, documenting household data for official demographic records. Chennai: Governor R V Arlekar and chief minister C Joseph Vijay urged the public on Friday to actively participate in the population census exercise.Vijay said he had completed the self enumeration exercise and posted…
As the week unfolds, expect to strengthen your social bonds and enjoy harmonious relationships at home. Midweek brings a surge of motivation, necessitating a blend of bravery and patience to navigate challenges. Stay vigilant with your finances, as they require meticulous handling throughout. Prioritizing rest and smart dietary choices will be crucial for maintaining your…
PV Sindhu moved into the second round of the women’s singles event at the Singapore Open with a straight-game win over fifth seed Putri Kusuma Wardani on Tuesday.The 30-year-old two-time Olympic medallist defeated the world No. 6 Indonesian 21-17 21-18 in the opening round of the USD 10,00,000 Super 750 tournament.Former world champion Sindhu will…
Image used for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The United States has weapons deployed in space, the U.S. Space Force said on Monday (September 14, 2026), confirming the presence of such capabilities in orbit for the first time. “The U.S. has on-orbit space control weapons capable of defending the Joint Force against…
COIMBATORE: Around 25% of memoranda of understanding (MoUs) signed in the past have not been implemented on the ground and remain only on paper, Tamil Nadu minister for industries and investment promotion S Keerthana said on Friday, asserting that the state is taking steps to ensure youth get jobs in their own cities such as…
Shreyas Iyer (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: The celebration, the roar and the smile from Shreyas Iyer said it all after the Punjab Kings skipper produced a captain’s knock to guide Punjab Kings to a much-needed win in their must-win IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on…
Note: These daily predictions are based on your Vedic Moon sign (Chandra Rashi)Saturn remains in Pisces, and it is patient in there, it is learning to close, to be with the emotions, to be mature. It’s the Moon’s mood today that’s changing. It adds intensity, keen instincts, and tendencies to act out of old fears…
‘Child’s Play’ star Gerrit Graham passes away. (YouTube) Actor Gerrit Graham has left for his heavenly abode at the age of 76. He was best known in the industry for his work on the horror-comedy musical titled ‘Phantom of the Paradise,’ among many other projects over the years. Gerrit Graham passes away at 76 Graham…