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Meet Udaya Kumar, DMK leader's son whose ₹ symbol is dropped by DMK govt

The rupee (₹) symbol was introduced less than 15 years ago, chosen from thousands of designs. Incidentally, the design that was selected was created by the son of a former DMK MLA

Tamil Nadu's Economic Survey: State eyes over 8% growth amid challenges

Tamil Nadu is projected to grow over 8% in 2024-25, driven by policy reforms, infrastructure development, and economic diversification

SC to hear plea on Mar 18 to bar poll candidates with serious offences

The plea, filed through advocate Ashwani Kumar Dubey, alleged that despite recommendations of the Law Commission of India and court's previous directions, the Centre and the ECI did not act

Two journalists arrested in Telangana for insulting CM, Opposition slams

The journalists have been remanded in judicial custody for 14 days, and police said they also have two previous cases registered against them

Sundar Pichai learnt Hindi in school: BJP to DMK govt over language row

The controversy started after Tamil Nadu Minister PTR Thiagarajan criticized the NEP, calling it impractical

Holi, Ramzan Friday prayers on same day: Delhi, Mumbai beef up security

Holi celebrations and Friday prayers during Ramzan will coincide on March 14, marking a rare occurrence in 60 years

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: ED conducts raids in Bengaluru under PMLA

The accused, Ranya Rao, while recording a statement with the DRI, informed them that this was her first time smuggling gold and how she did it

HC quashes complaint against Kailash Kher for hurting religious feelings

The complainant claimed to be a Shiva worshiper and said Kher's song Babam Bam' on Lord Shiva depicted a vulgar video showing scantily dressed women and people kissing

IISER scientist dies after violent parking clash with neighbour in Mohali

IISER scientist Abhishek Swarnkar dies after a violent parking dispute in Mohali; accused Monty on the run as police register a case of culpable homicide and launch a probe

210 cr trees planted in 8 years, state's forest cover has increased: UP CM

The chief minister said it was a significant accomplishment as Uttar Pradesh is witnessing rapid population growth

Odisha Crime Branch arrests BJD leader Raja Chakra in mining scam

The Orissa High Court on Wednesday rejected Chakra's plea seeking interim protection from arrest

Fire erupts at Gurugram's Kingdom of Dreams; firefighters rush to spot

Kingdom of Dream fire: The fire started in the culture gallery; exact cause remains unknown

All 17 municipal corporations to become solar cities: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

CM Yogi highlighted the state government's efforts toward environmental conservation and sustainable urban development

Tamil Nadu drops official rupee symbol from state Budget amid language row

This marks the first time a state has rejected the national currency symbol, taking Tamil Nadu's resistance to the NEP to a new level

Isro achieves de-docking of SpaDeX satellites, sets stage for Chandrayaan 4

Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced the successful de-docking of satellites

Notify posts for special education teachers by March 28: SC to states, UTs

The apex court made it clear that selection and appointment should be made of qualified or competent or eligible teachers only

Ayushman Bharat scheme expands to Delhi, millions to get Rs 5 lakh cover

Delhi to implement Ayushman Bharat from March 18, offering Rs 5 lakh health cover per family, becoming the 35th state/UT to adopt the flagship healthcare scheme

23 Yamuna sites in Delhi stretch fail water quality test, says Parl panel

The Yamuna flows through a 40 km stretch in Delhi, entering at Palla from Haryana and exiting at Asgarpur into Uttar Pradesh

MHA confirmed roadmap for peace in Manipur prepared, claims Meitei body

The Centre had imposed President's rule in Manipur on February 13 after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned

Fraud, black magic & Rs 1,250 cr missing: Lilavati Hospital under scanner

Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital has been rocked by shocking allegations, with trustees facing fraud, occult ritual claims, and a massive financial misappropriation probe