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Panel report on dam unilateral: Kerala

Tue, 29 May 2012 12:57:05 +0530

Terming as "unilateral" the findings of the Supreme Court appointed Empowered Committee on Mullaperiyar Dam, Kerala Water Resources Minister PJ Joseph on Tuesday said there was no change in the state's stand on construction of a new dam.

DA case: Jagan Mohan moves CBI court for bail

Tue, 29 May 2012 12:29:20 +0530

After spending the night at Hyderabad's Chanchalguda jail, YSR Congress chief and Kadapa MP Jagan Mohan Reddy moved the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court for bail on Tuesday in the disproportionate assets case. The bail has been posted for May 31 for hearing.

Richest MP Jagan is now prisoner 6093

Tue, 29 May 2012 11:11:25 +0530

Another high-flying businessman-politician YS Jaganmohan Reddy, said to be the richest MP, has landed in Chanchalguda Central Jail.

Court to continue hearing BSY's bail plea

Tue, 29 May 2012 09:41:19 +0530

A CBI court will continue hearing former Karnataka chief minister BS Yeddyurappa's bail plea on Tuesday. The Lingayat strongman had moved court after CBI raids in connection with an illegal mining case earlier this month.

DA case: After CBI, Jagan to be quizzed by ED

Tue, 29 May 2012 07:36:11 +0530

YSR Congress chief and Kadapa MP Jagan Mohan Reddy is in more trouble in the alleged disproportionate assets case with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which was denied his custody, likely to move a higher court while the Enforcement Directorate, too, may question him.

Petrol price hike: AIADMK to hold demonstration

Tue, 29 May 2012 07:03:11 +0530

The opposition continues to gun for the government over the recent hike in petrol prices. The ruling AIADMK on Tuesday will be holding demonstrations in Tamil Nadu to demand its immediate rollback.

YSR Congress will sweep bypolls in AP: Jagan aide

Tue, 29 May 2012 04:51:33 +0530

YSR Congress leader and former Andhra Pradesh Minister Pilli Subash Chandra Bose on Monday said his party will bag the maximum number of seats in the June 12 by-elections in the state.

With Jagan in jail, mother to lead party campaign

Tue, 29 May 2012 01:18:35 +0530

With her son Jagan Mohan Reddy in jail, YS Vijaya will lead the campaign of YSR Congress in the June 12 by-elections to 17 assembly and one Lok Sabha seat in Andhra Pradesh.

Jagan's arrest: Mother seeks Quraishi's intervention

Tue, 29 May 2012 12:37:13 +0530

Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy's mother and the party honorary chief YS Vijaya on Monday requested Chief Election Commissioner SY Quraishi to direct CBI to release her son in larger interest of democracy and sought holding of free and fair elections in Andhra Pradesh.

Kerala: CPM distances itself from MM Mani controversy

Mon, 28 May 2012 11:33:04 +0530

Two days after MM Mani, a CPM leader in Kerala, sent out shock waves with his statements, the Congress-led state government initiated legal action him on Monday. The Idukki district secretary of the CPM had claimed his party killed its rivals, listing out specific incidents.

Can the Congress combat the political fallout of Jagan arrest?

Mon, 28 May 2012 11:05:51 +0530

A CBI court on Monday decided that YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy will stay in jail for another 2 weeks after his arrest in the disproportionate assets case.

BJP welcomes HC's decision on minority sub-quota

Mon, 28 May 2012 09:08:06 +0530

Maintaining that its stand has been vindicated on the Muslim quota issue, BJP on Monday welcomed the Andhra Pradesh High Court's decision to quash 4.5 per cent sub-quota for minorities within the OBC reservations.

K'taka HC dismisses Bidari's review petition

Mon, 28 May 2012 05:42:09 +0530

The Karnataka High Court on Monday dismissed a writ petition by former Director General of Police Shankar Bidari to reconsider his appointment as the DGP.

Kerala: Murder case filed against CPM leader

Mon, 28 May 2012 05:00:38 +0530

The Kerala Police on Monday registered a case of murder against CPM leader MM Mani after his remark that the CPM had a history of killing its political rivals. Chief Minister Oommen Chandy has said that Mani's statement will be probed.

Andhra HC strikes down minorities sub-quota

Mon, 28 May 2012 04:41:13 +0530

A Division Bench of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh on Monday struck down the office memorandum issued by the Central government creating a sub-quota for religious minorities out of the existing 27 per cent reservation for the other backward classes (OBCs).

DA case: Jagan Mohan sent to jail till June 11

Mon, 28 May 2012 04:29:02 +0530

YSR Congress chief and Kadapa MP Jagan Mohan Reddy has been sent to 14 days judicial custody till June 11 in connection with the disproportionate assets case. While sending Jagan to the jail, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court in Hyderabad refused to grant the investigating agency his custody for interrogation.

Jagan will sweep the Andhra by-polls, says his sister

Mon, 28 May 2012 03:40:51 +0530

Jagan Mohan Reddy's sister Sharmila claimed there was no evidence with the CBI to arrest Jagan.

Days after price hike, Chennai petrol pumps run dry

Mon, 28 May 2012 03:21:56 +0530

Just days after the Rs 7.50 per litre petrol price hike, there now seems to be a shortage of petrol in Chennai. Most of the petrol pumps in the city are running dry and the few that are open are witnessing massive crowds with people queuing up with cans and bottles to get petrol.

CBSE class XII results: Girls outperform boys in Chennai

Mon, 28 May 2012 03:04:33 +0530

Girls outshone boys once again in the Class XII CBSE exam in the Chennai region which took the top slot in the country with an overall pass percentage of 90.59.

Cong has no connection with Jagan probe: Andhra CM

Mon, 28 May 2012 02:42:14 +0530

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Kiran Kumar Reddy on Monday said that the national or state Congress has no connection with the investigation into the disproportionate assets case against YSR Congress chief Jagan Mohan Reddy.

BSY all set to renew 'oust Gowda' campaign?

Mon, 28 May 2012 12:52:58 +0530

The problems in the ruling BJP resurfaced again with former chief minister BS Yeddyurappa renewing his 'oust Chief Minister DV Sadananda Gowda campaign' with vigour.

Bandh to protest Jagan's arrest peaceful

Mon, 28 May 2012 12:10:28 +0530

A bandh call given by the YSR Congress party in protest against the arrest of their leader YS Jaganmohan Reddy on Monday evoked a mixed response in Andhra Pradesh even as police clamped prohibitory orders in the city to prevent any untoward incident.

CBI seeks 14-day custody of Jagan in DA case

Mon, 28 May 2012 12:00:40 +0530

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) sought YSR Congress chief Jagan Mohan Reddy's custody for 14 days on Monday, saying the Kadapa MP's explanations during three days of questioning were not satisfactory. Jagan, who was arrested on Sunday in the disproportionate assets case, was produced before the CBI court in Hyderabad on Monday.

New-look T'puram Police control room soon

Mon, 28 May 2012 10:50:00 +0530

The proposals to raise strength of the control room staff and its vehicles are under the consideration of authorities.

Andhra on alert as Jagan Reddy faces CBI court

Mon, 28 May 2012 10:32:43 +0530

YSR Congress chief Jagan Mohan Reddy reached the Nampally Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Monday, a day after his arrest. Jagan's auditor Vijay Sai Reddy has also been summoned by the court. The security has been tightened in Hyderabad.

CPM leader faces murder charges for his speech

Mon, 28 May 2012 10:27:47 +0530

The Kerala police have registered a case against CPM leader MM Mani after his controversial speech about the alleged killings of rebels within the party. The police have registered a case of murder, abetment to murder and concealing information.

Bid to brand CPM as party of murderers: VS

Mon, 28 May 2012 09:36:00 +0530

The ex-Kerala CM urged people not to believe Mani, his one-time lieutenant, and that it must be neglected with contempt.

Jagan Mohan Reddy: The pivot of Andhra politics

Mon, 28 May 2012 09:18:31 +0530

YSR Congress chief Jagan Mohan Reddy is accused of amassing wealth disproportionate to his known sources of income during his father YSR Reddy's tenure as the Chief Minister. Jagan has come a long way since his father's death three years ago revolting against the Congress and launching his own party, but the road hasn't been easy.

Karnataka: Monsoon to bring cheers to parched farmers

Mon, 28 May 2012 09:01:00 +0530

Farmers are eagerly waiting for the South-West Monsoon which is expected to hit coastal Karnataka by June 2.

No rebels killed during my term: ex-Kerala CM

Mon, 28 May 2012 08:45:01 +0530

Former Kerala Chief Minister VS Achuthanandan has hit back denying that political rivals were eliminated in the CPM during his term as the state secretary.

Kerala: A different Sunday for candidates

Mon, 28 May 2012 08:12:00 +0530

Sunday was quite different for political parties and main contestants in the Neyyatinkara segment which goes for a bypoll in the weekend.

Chennai: Safety watch for senior citizens

Mon, 28 May 2012 08:10:00 +0530

Over 800 responses were received for the Chennai city police initiative to provide security to those who live alone.

Jagan to appear before CBI court, security tightened

Mon, 28 May 2012 07:20:50 +0530

Security has been tightened in Hyderabad with YSR Congress chief Jagan Mohan Reddy expected to appear before a CBI court a day after he was arrested in the alleged disproportionate assets case. His party, the YSR Congress, has called for a bandh across Andhra Pradesh.

Congress reacts to Jagan's arrest with caution

Mon, 28 May 2012 04:57:40 +0530

The Congress on Sunday reacted cautiously to the arrest of YS Jaganmohan Reddy in a disproportionate assets case saying the party does not comment on matters under investigation.

Jagan arrest row: Cong misusing CBI, says BJP

Mon, 28 May 2012 03:01:07 +0530

Coming in support of embattled Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy, BJP on Sunday accused the UPA government of using CBI to "selectively" target people like him who are opposing it.

Jagan arrest: Security beefed up in Andhra Pradesh

Mon, 28 May 2012 02:37:05 +0530

Anticipating backlash from Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy's supporters following his arrest by CBI in disproportionate assets case, Andhra Pradesh Police on Sunday beefed up security across the state, particularly in Hyderabad and Kadapa district.

Jagan's family members taken into preventive custody

Mon, 28 May 2012 01:05:49 +0530

Police on Sunday night took Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy's mother and MLA YS Vijaya and his family members into preventive custody after they resorted to a sit-in in front of the Dilkusha guest house here protesting Jagan's arrest by CBI in connection with the disproportionate assets case registered against him.

Political murder charge: Kerala CPM split wide open

Mon, 28 May 2012 12:10:23 +0530

The CPM in Kerala is scrambling to limit damage after its Idukki district chief's controversial remarks that the party kills off its political rivals. And in a first, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi slammed the CPM - a move that has been interpreted as the BJP's out-reach to Mamata Banerjee.

Why Jagan is important in Andhra politics

Sun, 27 May 2012 10:44:36 +0530

The Reddys are reportedly the most prominent community in Andhra Pradesh and YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy, their most popular leader. Sources say that his party is likely to fare well in the upcoming by-polls. The party is reportedly strong in the Rayalaseema region of coastal Andhra Pradesh.

Jagan's mother sits on dharna, says son is innocent

Sun, 27 May 2012 10:05:45 +0530

YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy's mother Vijayamma said on Sunday that her son's arrest was nothing but a political conspiracy and accused the Congress of trying to destroy her family.

Jagan arrested: Hyderabad put on high alert

Sun, 27 May 2012 09:27:40 +0530

In the backdrop of YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy's arrest on Sunday by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Hyderabad has been put on high alert.

I will not bow down to Cong, TDP: Jagan

Sun, 27 May 2012 09:27:25 +0530

YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy on Sunday implored his party cadres to "maintain peace and remain calm" after his arrest by the CBI in the disproportionate assets case.

Jagan arrest: YSR Cong alleges conspiracy

Sun, 27 May 2012 09:12:35 +0530

YSR Congress spokesperson Ambati Rambaju said on Sunday that party chief Jagan Mohan Reddy was being targeted by the Andhra Pradesh Congress, the Opposition parties and the CBI and that the leader had announced his arrest four days back.

Jagan Mohan arrest: BJP calls it Cong's vendetta

Sun, 27 May 2012 08:43:21 +0530

The BJP on Sunday criticised YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy's arrest by the CBI, calling it an act of political vendetta by the Congress. "The timing of the arrest is questionable," BJP leader Balbir Punj said. "It looks like political vendetta. The CBI is the instrument of the UPA," he added.

DA case: CBI arrests Jagan Mohan Reddy

Sun, 27 May 2012 07:42:34 +0530

YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy was arrested on Sunday by the CBI after three days of questioning in the disproportionate assets case. This was confirmed by top CBI officials.

Vijaywada MP takes dig at Jagan's mother, blasted

Sun, 27 May 2012 07:10:27 +0530

YSR Congress party on Sunday criticised Vijaywada MP and Congress leader Lagdapati Rajagopal for his alleged comment targeting Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy's mother.

7 officials suspended in AP train accident

Sun, 27 May 2012 06:11:37 +0530

Seven officials, including two loco drivers, have been suspended by the Railways in connection with last Tuesday's rail mishap in Andhra Pradesh that claimed 25 lives.

Explain political murder charge: Modi to CPM

Sun, 27 May 2012 03:55:22 +0530

BJP leader and Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday asked the Kerala CPI-M to explain the controversial speech of Idukki District Secretary MM Mani, where he stated that there had been instances of the Left eliminating its political rivals.

Nine go blind after operation in Andhra

Sun, 27 May 2012 02:42:14 +0530

Nine people lost their sight after undergoing surgery at a private hospital in Ongole town of Andhra Pradesh.

Petrol price: Karunanidhi to lead DMK protest

Sun, 27 May 2012 01:57:04 +0530

After Trinamool supremo and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee hit the street, DMK President M Karunanidhi, another key ally of UPA, would lead a protest demonstration in Chennai on May 30 against the recent petrol price hike.

Kerala losing its woman brain power

Sun, 27 May 2012 12:52:22 +0530

Kerala may be facing a unique kind of brain drain - one of the educated, feminine ilk. As per the finding of the recently-concluded Kerala Migration Survey 2011 by the Centre for Development Studies, for every 100 women in the state, a significantly high 33 relocate to other cities.

Deploy central forces at Mullaperiyar: Jaya to PM

Sun, 27 May 2012 11:09:00 +0530

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa has once again written a letter to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, demanding that central forces be deployed at the Mullaperiyar dam site.

Govt is trying to malign me: Jagan

Sun, 27 May 2012 10:50:46 +0530

YSR Congress chief YS Jaganmohan Reddy said that the central government was trying to malign his image in the disproportionate assets case. He also blamed the CBI for delaying his interrogation in the case.

CBI to continue questioning Jagan today

Sun, 27 May 2012 07:21:10 +0530

For the second consecutive day, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) grilled YSR Congress Party leader YSJaganmohan Reddy for over seven hours in the disproportionate assets case and directed him to appear again on Sunday.

No threat to Andhra Pradesh govt, says Congress

Sat, 26 May 2012 09:46:31 +0530

Despite ominous signs that there could be further exodus of its MLAs to YSR Congress of Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy, the ruling Congress in Andhra Pradesh is not ready to accept that its government faced a possible threat in the near future.

DA case: Another round of questioning for Jagan

Sat, 26 May 2012 07:12:01 +0530

YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy was questioned by the CBI in the disproportionate assets case for the second consecutive day on Saturday. The leader said that he had been asked to come back on Sunday for another round of questioning.

CPM kills rivals within the party: CPM leader

Sat, 26 May 2012 02:09:09 +0530

There seems to be more trouble in Kerala's CPM at a time when the party is being torn apart by infighting. The Idukki district head of the CPM, MM Mani, has controversially claimed that the CPM has a history of 'murdering' rivals within the party.

Jagan at CBI office for 2nd day of questioning

Sat, 26 May 2012 11:00:17 +0530

YSR Congress chief Jagan Mohan Reddy has reached the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) office for the second day of questioning in the disproportionate assets case. He was questioned by CBI investigators for over seven hours on Friday.

CBI opposes Yeddyurappa's anticipatory bail plea

Sat, 26 May 2012 10:47:00 +0530

Noting that it may require custodial interrogation of the accused, CBI on Friday strongly opposed anticipatory bail pleas moved by former chief minister BS Yeddyurappa and his family members as a designated court adjourned the hearing to May 29.

DA case: CBI to grill Jagan Reddy again today

Sat, 26 May 2012 06:11:16 +0530

YSR Congress chief Jagan Mohan Reddy will be quizzed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) again on Saturday. On Friday, he was grilled by CBI sleuths for over seven hours in connection with the disproportionate assets case.

AP police on tenterhooks as Jagan faces arrest

Fri, 25 May 2012 10:49:00 +0530

Amid reports of possible arrest of YSR Congress chief Y S Jaganmohan Reddy in the disproportionate assets case against him, the Andhra Pradesh police are taking no chances on law and order front and have heightened security in the state.

B'lore: Another vigilance officer attacked

Fri, 25 May 2012 06:53:40 +0530

Another vigilance officer was attacked in Bangalore on Friday by unidentified assailants. The attack came just days after an auditor, SP Mahantesh, was murdered in the city.

DA case: CBI quizzes Jagan for over 7 hours

Fri, 25 May 2012 06:43:51 +0530

YSR Congress chief and Kadapa MP YS Jagan Mohan Reddy was questioned for more than seven hours in connection with the disproportionate assets case by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in Hyderabad even as thousands of his supporters laid siege of the city forcing the police to clamp prohibitory orders in the Andhra Pradesh capital. He will be questioned again on Saturday from 10:30 AM.

Kerala: Italian marines shifted to Kochi reformatory

Fri, 25 May 2012 05:57:10 +0530

The two jailed Italian marines in Kerala who were put up at the Trivandrum Central Prison since February have been shifted to a Borstal School in Kochi on Friday.

Kerala: Italian marines shifted to Kochi reformatory

Fri, 25 May 2012 05:57:10 +0530

The two jailed Italian marines in Kerala who were put up at the Trivandrum Central Prison since February have been shifted to a Borstal School in Kochi on Friday.

AP: MLAs loyal to Jagan add to Cong woes

Fri, 25 May 2012 05:35:30 +0530

The ruling Congress in Andhra Pradesh received another jolt with a state legislator switching loyalty to YSR Congress Party leader Y S Jaganmohan Reddy and some more legislators were reportedly in touch with him.

TN: Jaya writes to PM over kerosene quota

Fri, 25 May 2012 05:18:29 +0530

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Friday accused the central government of adopting a callous approach to the kerosene needs of the poor in Tamil Nadu by reducing its allocation.

Kerala bans gutka, pan masala products

Fri, 25 May 2012 03:55:22 +0530

Citing increasing incidence of diseases like oral cancer, the Congress-led UDF government in Kerala on Friday announced a ban on the manufacture and sale of gutka and pan masala containing tobacco in the state with immediate effect.

Another round of migration study in Kerala

Fri, 25 May 2012 02:14:33 +0530

The Centre for Development Studies has started the ground work for the seventh round of the comprehensive study on international and internal emigration from the state.

DA case: CBI grills Jagan amidst heavy security

Fri, 25 May 2012 01:11:04 +0530

YSR Congress chief and Kadapa MP YS Jagan Mohan Reddy appeared before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) at the agency's headquarters in Hyderabad on Friday morning to be questioned in connection with his alleged disproportionate assets case. Jagan's vehicle was surrounded by a massive crowd when the Kadapa MP left for the CBI office on Friday morning and heavy security has been deployed in Hyderabad as his supporters have camped outside the CBI headquarters.

Medical entrance results: T'puram celebrates

Fri, 25 May 2012 11:43:00 +0530

The city celebartes the Medical Entrance results as it became the second district to have more number of candidates.

DA case: Massive crowd gathers as CBI grills Jagan

Fri, 25 May 2012 10:49:06 +0530

Surrounded by supporters YSR Congress chief and Kadapa MP YS Jagan Mohan Reddy reached the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) headquarters in Hyderabad on Friday morning where he will be questioned in connection with his alleged disproportionate assets case.

TDP suspends Mysura for proximity with Jagan

Fri, 25 May 2012 10:25:10 +0530

Telugu Desam Party has suspended MV Mysura Reddy for breach of discipline and for his alleged proximity to YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy. The former Rajya Sabha member is likely to join Reddy's YSR Congress soon.

DA case: CBI to question Jagan Reddy today

Fri, 25 May 2012 09:31:29 +0530

A day after the Andhra Pradesh High Court rejected the anticipatory bail plea filed by YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy seeking exemption from appearance in the disproportionate assets case, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will question him on Thursday.

Bangalore: Chennai student dies in accident

Fri, 25 May 2012 08:50:00 +0530

An engineering student was killed and his three friends sustained minor injuries after their car rammed into a tree on Sarjapur Road in the wee hours of Thursday.

Auto-drivers add fuel to fire

Fri, 25 May 2012 08:40:00 +0530

Hike fares citing petrol price, point out that there are always two sides to a story but commuters cry foul...

Anti-dengue drive starts in Chennai

Fri, 25 May 2012 08:27:00 +0530

The Corporation officials say the situation is well under control in the city as only few cases have been reported.

BJP should promote Modi as PM candidate: Yeddy

Fri, 25 May 2012 03:40:02 +0530

Showering encomiums on Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi for good governance, Karnataka BJP strongman BS Yeddyurappa on Thursday said the ongoing party national executive at Mumbai should deliberate on promoting him as Prime Ministerial candidate, among other issues.

Congress using CBI to arrest me: Jagan

Thu, 24 May 2012 10:43:38 +0530

YSR Congress MP Jagan Reddy is leaving no stone unturned to ensure victory in the upcoming bypolls in 18 assembly seats and one Lok Sabha constituency in Andhra Pradesh. Jagan, summoned by the CBI on May 25 in an illegal assets case, continued campaigning in Guntur, all the time telling his supporters that the CBI would arrest him at the Congress's behest.

Yeddyurappa to attend BJP national executive

Thu, 24 May 2012 10:05:42 +0530

In a U-turn, former Karnataka chief minister BS Yeddyurappa has decided to attend the BJP national executive meet at Mumbai.

Kerala to withdraw sales tax on petrol

Thu, 24 May 2012 06:28:39 +0530

A day after the petrol price hike, the Kerala government at a special cabinet meeting on Thursday decided to forgo the sales tax on petrol, reducing its price by Rs 1.63 per litre.

UK interested in tying up with Kerala B-school

Thu, 24 May 2012 06:19:57 +0530

Britain is keen to forge ties with the Thiruvananthapuram-based Asian School of Business for conducting collaborative studies in areas like climate change, agriculture and energy.

Jagan DA case: Andhra Excise Minister arrested

Thu, 24 May 2012 01:11:43 +0530

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday arrested Andhra Pradesh Excise Minister M Venkatramana in the disproportionate assets case involving YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy. He is the first minister to be arrested in the case.

Karnataka: Suicide by PUC students over exam failure

Thu, 24 May 2012 01:02:08 +0530

Two Pre-University students in Karnataka ended their lives after failing to clear the second year exam results of which were announced on Wednesday, police said.

Andhra Pradesh SSC results declared

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:58:35 +0530

The results for the Class 10 Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinations for the year 2012 were declared on Thursday. The results were declared by Board of Secondary Education of Andhra Pradesh (BSEAP).

Hyderabad tense over Jagan's possible arrest

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:31:47 +0530

Fearing a breakdown of law and order in view of the likely arrest of YSR Congress Party leader Y S Jaganmohan Reddy in the alleged illegal assets case, police in Hyderabad imposed prohibitory orders on Thursday.

DA case: Jagan files for anticipatory bail

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:16:07 +0530

A day after the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) summoned YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy in the disproportionate assets case, he filed for an anticipatory bail in the Hyderabad CBI court.

Krishna water set to quench Chennai's thirst

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:12:10 +0530

After a delay of nearly three months, the much-awaited Krishna water from the Kandaleru reservoir in Andhra Pradesh will reach the inter-state border in Uthukottai on Saturday.

CBI acting in haste in DA case: Jagan Reddy

Thu, 24 May 2012 10:59:45 +0530

YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy spoke to CNN-IBN saying the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was acting in haste regarding his disproportionate assets case. He said it was a plot to arrest him. "Why is the CBI acting in such haste? This is a conspiracy to arrest me," Jagan said.

Petrol price: LDF, BJP observe hartal in Kerala

Thu, 24 May 2012 10:21:23 +0530

The dawn-to dusk hartal called separately by LDF and BJP in Kerala to protest the increase in petrol price partially affected normal life across the state on Thursday.

Andhra SSC results to be declared today

Thu, 24 May 2012 09:52:11 +0530

The results for the Class 10 Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinations for the year 2012 are likely to be announced at 11 am on Thursday. Around 12.8 lakh students had appeared for the exams held in March.

Karnataka: BSY camp confronts Gowda

Thu, 24 May 2012 09:03:00 +0530

Ministers met CM over Central Empowered Committees letter seeking response to a petition for CBI probe against ex-CMs.

Vizhinjam project: Foreign queries galore

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:50:00 +0530

Teams representing governments of Britain, Japan, Germany and Canada met the officials evincing interest in investing.

Bangalore: N-E students feel like outsiders in India

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:39:00 +0530

Following the death of Richard Loitam, students from the North-East feel harassment and stereotyping must stop.

Hyderabadis literally fight for petrol

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:30:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: The record hike in petrol prices inflamed Hyderabadis tempers as they rushed to petrol pumps on Wednesday evening. Ski..

Italian marines to be shifted to Kochi

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:23:37 +0530

Two Italian marines, lodged in the Central Prison here for allegedly shooting to death two Indian fishermen, would be shifted to Kochi. They have been in judicial remand for the last three months on charges of shooting to death two Indian fishermen.

Italian marines to be shifted to Kochi

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:01:54 +0530

Two Italian marines lodged in the Central Prison here for allegedly shooting to death two Indian fishermen, would be shifted to Kochi.

CBI summons Jagan in disproportionate assets case

Wed, 23 May 2012 06:14:09 +0530

The CBI on Wednesday summoned YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy in connection with the disproportionate assets case.

Kerala: Elephant rampage incidents on the rise

Wed, 23 May 2012 03:51:51 +0530

More and more incidents of elephants on rampage are being reported in Kerala. This has brought the focus back on the debate on the parading of animals at festivals.

Kerala: 1 more arrested for Chandrasekharan murder

Wed, 23 May 2012 03:31:18 +0530

The Special Investigation team probing the murder of Marxist rebel and Revolutionary Marxist Party leader TP Chandrasekharan has arrested one of the gang members who allegedly hacked him to death.

Corruption to be key issue during AP by-polls

Wed, 23 May 2012 02:51:08 +0530

Andhra Pradesh is witnessing a bizarre political show as it heads for by-elections to one Lok Sabha and 18 Assembly seats on June 12. Corruption is the centre-stage on which the by-elections are being fought and every player is engaged in a game of one-upmanship.

Karnataka PUC 2012 exam results out, check here

Wed, 23 May 2012 01:50:50 +0530

The results of the Karnataka PUC (Pre-University Course) Class 12 examination 2012 were declared at 1 pm on Wednesday by the Department of Pre-University Education, Karnataka.

Jagan DA case: Sakshi TV accounts to be defreezed

Wed, 23 May 2012 01:08:43 +0530

There is some relief for YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy in the disproportionate assets case. The Andhra Pradesh High Court has ordered that the accounts of his media company Sakhi TV be defreezed.

Karnataka PU results to be declared today

Wed, 23 May 2012 12:12:13 +0530

The results of the Karnataka PUC (Pre-University Course) Class 12 examination 2012 will be announced on May 23 at 1 pm by the Department of Pre-University Education, Karnataka. About 6 lakh students appeared for the examinations this year.

T'puram: Govt to take steps to curb veggie price

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:51:00 +0530

A high-level meeting convened by Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, along with Agriculture Minister K P Mohanan and Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob on Tuesday resolved to strongly intervene in the market to bring down vegetable prices.

Chennai couple goes online to recycle waste

Wed, 23 May 2012 10:20:47 +0530

A software engineer couple in Chennai have been troubleshooting all 'trash' problems. Chennai grapples with over 3,200 tonnes of solid waste everyday and much of it is recyclable. This struck two young software engineers, Sujatha and Jegan, the couple who started Kuppathotti.com in November, 2011. Kuppathotti, when translated in Tamil means a 'trash can'. This eco-friendly initiative also helps some souls to make a quick buck.

Andhra SSC results postponed

Wed, 23 May 2012 09:51:26 +0530

The Andhra Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (APBSE) has postponed the Class 10 SSC (Secondary School Certificate) results for the year 2012 by a day. The results were orginally scheduled to be announced at 11.30 am on May 23.

Puducherry Class 12 results: Pass percentage marginally up

Wed, 23 May 2012 09:45:11 +0530

The overall pass percentage in the plus two examination in Puducherry and Karaikal regions has gone up marginally to 84.52 this year against 83.55 per cent last year.

Congress, TDP, CBI conspiring to arrest me: Jagan

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:48:59 +0530

YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy said the Congress and the TDP were conspiring to postpone the by-poll in Andhra Pradesh by inciting riots.

Chennai: Destruction of coral reefs raises tsunami fears

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:44:00 +0530

Zoological Survey of India director K Venkatraman said destruction of coral reefs makes the city vulnerable to tsunami.

Kerala: CPM in no hurry to answer VS

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:39:00 +0530

A PB member said CPM has decided not to make any further statements on the issue till the Neyyatinkara bypoll is over.

Bangalore: Journalists embrace novel ideas to tap votes

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:30:00 +0530

Its seldom that elections to the Press Club of Bangalore (PCB) - the abode of journalists - has hit headlines.

Karnataka: State tour to decide BSY's move

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:25:00 +0530

Former chief minister B S Yeddyurappa on Tuesday said that he would embark on a state tour from the first week of June.

84.52 pass percentage in plus two exam in Puducherry

Tue, 22 May 2012 09:00:36 +0530

The overall pass percentage in the plus two examination in Puducherry and Karaikal regions has gone up marginally to 84.52 this year against 83.55 per cent last year.

'Cong, TDP plotting to arrest me'

Tue, 22 May 2012 07:12:23 +0530

Kadapa MP and YSR Congress President YS Jaganmohan launched a frontal attack on ruling Congress and main opposition Telugu Desam Party accusing them of hatching a conspiracy, in concert with CBI, to get him arrested in next 3 to 4 days in disproportionate assets case.

Rajiv killers pass Class XII exams

Tue, 22 May 2012 06:30:11 +0530

Perarivalan and Murugan, facing the gallows in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case and lodged at the high-security prison in Vellore, have cleared the Class XII state board exams with flying colours, scoring a little over 91 per cent and 81 per cent respectively.

Won't interfere in the trial of 2 Italians: Govt

Tue, 22 May 2012 06:07:10 +0530

Notwithstanding Italy's unhappiness over the "unacceptable nature of the judicial developments" involving two of its marines, India on Tuesday made it clear that it will not "interfere" in the trial of two Italians facing murder charges in Kerala.

Mohanlal's blog on CPM leader's murder

Tue, 22 May 2012 03:06:59 +0530

In an emotional post on his blog on his birthday, Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has said he feels scared to live in a place where people kill or "hire goons" to eliminate fellow-beings.

Girls outshine boys in TN HSC results

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:49:34 +0530

Girls continued to outshine boys in the Class XII examinations conducted by the state government, results for which were announced on Tuesday.

Karnataka sets up panel to probe Wakf land scam

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:47:07 +0530

The Karnataka government has set up a high-level committee to look into encroachment of Wakf properties, Chief Minister D V Sadananda Gowda said on Tuesday.

Hampi Express mishap: 24 dead

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:13:04 +0530

The death toll in the train accident in Andhra Pradesh has risen to 24, with over 35 people injured, sources say. The Hampi Express collided with a stationary goods train at Penukonda in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh early on Tuesday morning. The accident happened at around 3:15 am on Tuesday.

Hampi Express mishap: 24 dead

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:13:04 +0530

Kerala: Cooking turns therapeutic for jail inmates

Tue, 22 May 2012 10:46:05 +0530

A few inmates of the Poojapura Central Prison in Thiruvanathapuram have been making their way into the community's hearts through their stomachs. They make chapattis and chicken curry and sell it to eager citizens for Rs 25.

Hampi Express accident: 18 charred to death

Tue, 22 May 2012 10:20:34 +0530

Eighteen people have been charred to death and over 35 have been injured after the Hampi Express collided with a stationary goods train at Penukonda in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh early on Tuesday morning. The accident happened at around 3:15 am on Tuesday.

Hampi Express accident: 18 charred to death

Tue, 22 May 2012 10:20:34 +0530

AP: Bypoll abuse adds to heat of summer

Tue, 22 May 2012 09:01:00 +0530

Leading the rhetorical fest is chief minister Kiran Kumar Reddy, who has taken to attacking Jagan Mohan Reddy without mincing words.

T'puram schools shine with distinction

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:55:00 +0530

City schools have come out with flying colours in the ICSE-ISC examination 2011-12, the results of which were announced the other day.

Bangalore: One-way plan to ease Mysore Road mess

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:37:00 +0530

The road connecting the Chord Road Junction and Gali Anjaneya Temple will be made one-way, probably in the next two months.

DMK MP abuses KF staff

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:13:00 +0530

CHENNAI : Overlooking the security cut-off time of an hour for VIPs may be an unwritten rule with most private airlines, but an ..

Kerala: When the red flag made its advent

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:09:00 +0530

The CPM is busy dealing with crisis after crisis, be it the gruesome murder of a 'renegade' or the letter of its veteran leader.

Alight at Tirusulam for the airport

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:06:00 +0530

Train passengers bound for Chennai airport from south TN may soon be able to alight at railway station that is opposite...

Hampi Express accident: death toll rises to 16

Tue, 22 May 2012 07:33:06 +0530

The Hampi Express collided with a goods train near Penukonda in Andhra Pradesh early on Tuesday morning on its way from Hubli to Bangalore. Eight people were dead and 25 were injured in the collision, according to a railway spokesperson. The accident happened at around 3:45 am on Tuesday.

Hampi Express accident: death toll rises to 16

Tue, 22 May 2012 07:33:06 +0530

AP: Hampi Express collides with goods train, 2 dead

Tue, 22 May 2012 05:44:29 +0530

Hampi Express from Bangalore to Hospet in the wee hours on Tuesday met with an accident with a goods train near Penneconda in Andhra Pradesh.

TDP Chief wants Jagan arrested in DA case

Tue, 22 May 2012 02:40:23 +0530

Telugu Desam Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday demanded the arrest of Kadapa MP and YSR Congress chief YS Jaganmohan Reddy in connection with the disproportionate assets case lodged against him.

Karunanidhi not to attend UPA-II anniversary

Tue, 22 May 2012 01:01:44 +0530

DMK President M Karunanidhi, a key ally of Congress-led UPA, will not be attending the third anniversary celebrations of UPA-II in Delhi on Tuesday, party sources said.

CBSE Class X results for Chennai declared

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:16:17 +0530

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class X examination results for the Chennai region were announced on Monday with an overall 99.66 pass percentage.

Plea to attach Jagan's properties rejected

Mon, 21 May 2012 07:50:39 +0530

A local court in Hyderabad on Sunday rejected on technical grounds CBI's petition seeking attachment of certain properties of Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy in disproportionate asset case and Sunil Reddy and Koneru Prasad in connection with Emaar-APIIC land deal.

Chargesheet filed against Yeddyurappa in land scam

Mon, 21 May 2012 06:28:36 +0530

Spelling more trouble for former Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa, Karnataka Lokayukta Police on Monday filed a chargesheet against him and former Industries Minister Katta Subramanya Naidu for "criminal misconduct as public servants in arbitrarily denotifying land".

'Rajnath's no vacancy remark needless'

Mon, 21 May 2012 03:56:37 +0530

Joining issue with senior party leader Rajnath Singh over his "no vacancy" comment, beleaguered BJP Karnataka strongman BS Yeddyurappa on Monday said his comments were "unwarranted" and maintained that he had never clamoured for any party position.

US committed to help Tamil Nadu: Powell

Mon, 21 May 2012 01:26:59 +0530

The United States is committed to help Tamil Nadu realise the goals set in its Vision 2023 document, to put the state on par with upper middle income countries in southeast Asia, said the US envoy to India.

Beer flows like water in Hyderabad

Mon, 21 May 2012 12:56:12 +0530

Hyderabadis may be facing water woes but a good number of them, particularly youngsters with pocketful of money, are guzzling beer like there's no tomorrow.

Chennaiites take to the hills to escape summer

Mon, 21 May 2012 12:09:00 +0530

CHENNAI : The Queen of the Hills in the west and the Princess of the Hills in the south of Tamil Nadu continue to be the most soug..

AP: Evangelist arrested on murder charges

Mon, 21 May 2012 11:28:55 +0530

Well-known evangelist KA Paul was arrested on Monday morning from Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh. He was arrested for attempting to murder Koteswar, accused of killing his brother, Daniel.

T'puram: Minister promises all steps to upgrade RCC

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:22:00 +0530

The Kerala government will take all efforts to upgrade the Regional Cancer Centre (RCC) as a national cancer institute.

AP: Boobathi Babu goes on leave

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:11:00 +0530

The IPS officer heading the liquor syndicate probe is feeling humiliated as the government posted an officer above him...

Kerala: Police inch closer to real conspirators

Mon, 21 May 2012 09:04:00 +0530

SIT is learnt to have received definite leads on role of CPM leaders in hiding main accused in the RMP leaders murder...

Bangalore's Cubbon 'bark': Dogs are safe here

Mon, 21 May 2012 08:51:00 +0530

The park has a wonderful sight of over 50 dogs running around, playing with citizens and eating food they offer everyday.

Yeddyurappa waiting for flash point?

Mon, 21 May 2012 08:46:00 +0530

The former chief minister will not continue in BJP and is waiting for the party to dismiss him..

Now, Paswan joins Eelam chorus

Mon, 21 May 2012 08:43:00 +0530

The LJP leader has demanded a referendum to determine the Tamils' opinion on separate nationhood.

Jagan case: CBI to question AP Minister

Mon, 21 May 2012 06:36:34 +0530

The CBI is set to question the Excise Minister of Andhra Pradesh M Venkatramana over the YSR Congress Chief Jaganmohan Reddy alleged unaccounted wealth.

Jaya steps up campaign for PA Sangma

Mon, 21 May 2012 12:49:21 +0530

Lobbying for PA Sangma's candidature for the presidential polls, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa on Sunday spoke to BJP leader LK Advani, Samajwadi supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav and other non-Congress leaders including Left parties.

K'taka officer pays with life for exposing land scam

Sun, 20 May 2012 09:12:28 +0530

Days after being brutally attacked, senior Karnataka Administrative Officer SP Mahantesh succumbed to brain injuries at a private hospital in Bangalore on Sunday. Mahantesh who was on life support for the past two days was attacked by unidentified people in the heart of the city on Tuesday night.

Tamil Nadu: Karunanidhi slams AIADMK government

Sun, 20 May 2012 07:29:00 +0530

DMK President M Karunanidhi on Sunday flayed the Jayalalithaa government in Tamil Nadu for its advertising campaign listing its "achievements" on completing one year in office, saying it had spent a "huge amount" of people's money.

Have set up a team to investigate KAS officer's death: Gowda

Sun, 20 May 2012 05:40:43 +0530

The Karnataka Administrative Officer was attacked with iron rods by some unidentified persons on Tuesday.

Kerala: VS threatens to quit

Sun, 20 May 2012 03:21:32 +0530

Factional fight in the CPI(M)'s Kerala unit flared up yet again on Sunday with the Leader of the Opposition VS Achuthanandan threatening to quit.

Jaya writes to PM again on water dispute

Sun, 20 May 2012 10:57:22 +0530

A day after seeking a meeting on the Cauvery river water sharing issue, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa has shot off another letter to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh seeking his intervention against Karnataka's decision to build dams on the Ponnaiyar river.

'Whistleblower' K'taka officer succumbs to injuries

Sun, 20 May 2012 09:23:16 +0530

Five days after he was allegedly attacked, a Karnataka Administrative Officer, said to be a whistle-blower in some controversial land allotments by societies, died at a private hospital on Sunday.

AP CM targets Jagan, calls him an 'opportunist'

Sun, 20 May 2012 02:40:16 +0530

Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy on Saturday criticised the YSR Congress party chief and Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy by calling him an "opportunist".

Bitter Yeddyurappa mocks BJP leadership

Sun, 20 May 2012 01:27:31 +0530

Scam-hit former Karnataka chief minister BS Yeddyurappa on Saturday mocked his Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) central leadership and blamed party general secretary HN Ananth Kumar for the crisis in the faction-ridden party at the national and state levels.

Kerala: Court rejects Italians' bail plea

Sat, 19 May 2012 01:15:53 +0530

The Kollam sessions court on Saturday rejected the bail plea of the two Italian marines accused in the fishermen killing case.

Won't attend BJP meet, not joining Cong: BSY

Sat, 19 May 2012 01:04:14 +0530

Former Karnataka chief minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader BS Yeddyurappa is increasingly become defiant amidst speculation that he would float his own political outfit. Yeddyurappa on Saturday said that he would not attend the BJP National executive to be held in Mumbai on May 23. He announced that he would undertake a tour of Karnataka from June 1 before deciding on his future course of action.

Convene Cauvery River Authority meet: Jaya to PM

Sat, 19 May 2012 11:42:43 +0530

Charging Karnataka with "unjustly utilising" Cauvery water for summer irrigation, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa on Saturday asked Prime Minister Manmhohan Singh to convene a meeting of the Cauvery River Authority to discuss the issue.

Kerala: Verdict on Italians' bail plea today

Sat, 19 May 2012 09:03:27 +0530

The Kollam sessions court will on Saturday pronounce its verdict on the bail plea of the two Italian marines accused in the fishermen killings case. In a new turn of events, Italy on Friday recalled its India ambassador Giacomo Monteforte to Rome.

DA case: CBI to attach Jagan's properties

Sat, 19 May 2012 06:11:32 +0530

There is more trouble for Jaganmohan Reddy in the disproportionate assets case as the Andhra Pradesh government has given permission to the CBI to attach the properties of Reddy-owned Jagati publications. The Andhra home minister has also been questioned in relation with the case.

Protest in Britain over Kudankulam nuclear plant

Sat, 19 May 2012 02:49:44 +0530

Anti-nuclear and rights group on Friday held a noisy demonstration in front of the Indian High Commission here in protest against the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant being built in a tsunami-prone area of Tamil Nadu.

CBI questions AP minister in Jagan assets case

Fri, 18 May 2012 06:40:06 +0530

CBI on Friday questioned Andhra Pradesh Home Minister P. Sabita Indra Reddy in YSR Congress Party leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy's alleged illegal assets case.

Being targeted to tarnish CPM: Kerala leader

Fri, 18 May 2012 06:31:33 +0530

CPM leader P Jayarajan on Friday expressed surprise at his name being linked to the murder of former party colleague T P Chandrasekharan.

Amidst crisis, BSY opens new office

Fri, 18 May 2012 01:44:32 +0530

Triggering speculation about his next political move, sulking BJP Karnataka strongman BS Yeddyurappa on Friday opened his public contact office but maintained he had no intention to topple his party's government in the state.

Kerala: Italians charged with murder

Fri, 18 May 2012 01:16:23 +0530

The two Italian marines, Salvatore Girone and Latorre Massimillano, accused in the fishermen killings case, were charged with attempt to murder (Section 307) and the offence of committing murder (Section 302) on Friday.

Tiger pug mark grows in Andhra Pradesh

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:33:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: No tiger death took place in Andhra Pradesh in the last 14 months, while as many as 32 tigers died across the country i..

'Energy Wedding' in Thiruvananthapuram

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:28:00 +0530

Julien Gueguen-Carroll, an advocate, and his bride-to-be, Clara Cressy from Paris, would enter wedlock in the city at a rare 'Energy Wedding' to be held at Isa Viswa Vidyalayam in Anayara on Friday.

Andhra: Moves afoot to kill Vanpic MoU

Fri, 18 May 2012 10:18:00 +0530

HYDERABAD/GUNTUR: The state government is understood to be contemplating cancelation of the MoU with the promoters of the Vodarevu..

40,000 additional BE seats for Tamil Nadu

Fri, 18 May 2012 09:22:00 +0530

COIMBATORE: The availability of BE/BTech seats in Tamil Nadu is all set to shoot past the 2.65 lakh mark this year with the All In..

Tight security in Old City on Friday

Fri, 18 May 2012 08:57:00 +0530

Security and patrolling have been stepped up in view of the fifth anniversary of the Mecca Masjid bomb blast on May 18...

Get set to pay fine for dark film on vehicles

Fri, 18 May 2012 08:41:00 +0530

CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Traffic police on Thursday directed vehicle users in the city to remove dark film pasted on the windo..

Fishermen killings: Charges to be framed today

Fri, 18 May 2012 07:49:16 +0530

A Kerala court is likely to frame charges against the two Italian marines in the fishermen deaths case in Kochi.

Illegal sand mining rose during DMK rule: Jaya

Fri, 18 May 2012 07:43:00 +0530

Jayalalithaa on Thursday said that during the previous AIADMK regime headed by her, the government had taken over the sand quarrying business to prevent illegal mining and to protect water resources.

Bangalore: Take alternative routes near Nayandahalli Jn

Fri, 18 May 2012 06:52:00 +0530

The city traffic police have confirmed that the ongoing work at one of the busiest junctions, the Nayandahalli Junction on Bangalore-Mysore Road, will take at least another three months for completion.

BSY decides to meet people, hear grievances

Thu, 17 May 2012 11:39:29 +0530

In a surprise move on his political future, former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa will be setting up his own office in the city to "meet people and hear their grievances".

3 CPM workers held for Kerala leader's murder

Thu, 17 May 2012 06:33:03 +0530

Three Communist Party of India-Marxist members were arrested on Thursday for their involvement in the murder of former party leader T P Chandrasekharan.

Jaitley on troubleshooting mission to Karnataka

Thu, 17 May 2012 05:49:19 +0530

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Central leadership is deputing a two-member team including its senior leader Arun Jaitley to defuse the crisis that has besieged the ruling party in Karnataka in the wake of revolt by former chief minister B S Yeddyurappa.

UAE to set up consulate in Thiruvananthapuram

Thu, 17 May 2012 05:17:36 +0530

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has decided to set up its Kerala consulate in the state capital.

Karnataka SSLC results: Girls outperform boys

Thu, 17 May 2012 03:47:04 +0530

Girls outperformed boys in the SSLC examinations held in April this year in Karnataka with a pass percentage of 84.58 against 80.03. The overall pass percentage was 82.26.

Karnataka: Officer probing site allotments attacked

Thu, 17 May 2012 01:48:23 +0530

A senior Karnataka Administrative Officer probing site allotments has been attacked on Thursday. Eyewitnesses say he was dragged out of car and hit with iron rods.

Yeddyurappa's bail plea adjourned till May 25

Thu, 17 May 2012 01:34:33 +0530

A CBI designated court on Thursday adjourned to May 25 hearing on the anticipatory bail pleas filed by former Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa and his family members, against whom the central agency has launched a probe in connection with an alleged illegal mining scam.

Now, Kerala CM pats himself after one year

Thu, 17 May 2012 01:28:54 +0530

After holding office for a year, Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy is patting himself on the back. But critics are not impressed.

Karnataka SSLC 2012 results declared

Thu, 17 May 2012 12:59:20 +0530

The SSLC examination results for the year 2012 were announced on 12 noon. Around 8.5 lakh students appeared for the SSLC examination.

YSR Congress wooing OU student leaders?

Thu, 17 May 2012 11:53:00 +0530

It appears that the party now wants to have its own student wing on the campus much like the BJP and the TRS...

Bodies of Nepal victims arrive

Thu, 17 May 2012 11:46:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: The bodies of two persons from the city, who died in the Nepal plane crash, were brought here on Wednesday night. The d..

Private schools say no to RTE this year

Thu, 17 May 2012 10:34:00 +0530

BANGALORE: Karnataka Federation of Independent Schools Managements, which represents nearly 300 ICSE and CBSE schools in the stat..

KKNPP receives 3 bomb threat letters

Thu, 17 May 2012 10:29:00 +0530

The Koodankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP) on Tuesday received three bomb threat letters. Two threat letters addressed to a contract worker working at KKNPP and another letter sent to KKNPP administration were received at the plant.

TN tipplers wish to tip the electoral scales

Thu, 17 May 2012 09:47:00 +0530

Boozers, who helped state with Rs 18,000 crore revenue, have now come up with demands like insurance and widow pension...

Indians stranded in Angola refuse to return home

Thu, 17 May 2012 09:21:18 +0530

The 1,200 Indian workers stranded in Angola are not keen on coming back home despite the government making arrangements for their return, Minister for Overseas Affairs Vyalar Ravi informed Parliament about it on Wednesday.

Chennai gets the third technology centre of AMT

Thu, 17 May 2012 08:52:00 +0530

CHENNAI: Chennai now has a technology centre of the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT) at the Madras Exports Processin..

Karnataka SSLC results to be declared at 1 pm

Thu, 17 May 2012 08:08:23 +0530

The Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Karnataka results for the year 2012 will be announced at 1 pm on May 17. The Karnataka Board confirmed the news on their official website.

TN: 5 killed as lorry falls into gorge

Thu, 17 May 2012 07:28:00 +0530

Five persons, including two children, died and 31 others sustained serious injuries when a lorry in which they were travelling from Andhiyur to Bargur Hill turned turtle at Thalakarai on Wednesday evening.

Sakshi media writes to PCI against CBI action

Wed, 16 May 2012 07:02:25 +0530

Sakshi media house, owned by Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy, on Wednesday filed an application with the Editors' Guild and the Press Council of India against CBI's action of freezing its bank accounts and the state government's decision to ban issuing advertisements to Sakshi Telugu daily and news channel.

Jagan case: Ex-secy, industralist in 14-day custody

Wed, 16 May 2012 04:59:44 +0530

A local court on Wednesday remanded former special secretary to Andhra Pradesh government KV Bramhananda Reddy and noted industrialist Nimmagadda Prasad to 14-day judicial custody, who were arrested by CBI in connection with an alleged disproportionate assets case involving Kadapa MP Y S Jaganmohan Reddy.

TN: Opinions divided on Jaya's one year as CM

Wed, 16 May 2012 03:58:36 +0530

A year after she stormed to power in Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa still enjoys wide support in the state. But the number of critics is rising too.

Yeddy applies for bail in CBI court after raids

Wed, 16 May 2012 01:56:00 +0530

Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa on Wednesday filed an anticipatory bail plea in the CBI court. Yeddyurappa moved court after the CBI conducted raids at his Bangalore residence in an illegal mining case in line with the Supreme Court's directive. Reports said that Yeddyurappa's legal team has also filed the anticipatory bail for three other family members of the BJP leader.

One year in power, Jaya puts out massive ads

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:53:18 +0530

J Jayalalithaa celebrates her "one year of achievements" as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister with massive front page advertisements on all national dailies across the country.

'Pinarayi trying to sabotage TP murder case'

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:42:50 +0530

Kerala Home Minister Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan said on Tuesday that the CPM state secretary Pinarayi Vijayan is trying to sabotage the TP Chandrasekharan murder case by intimidating the officials investigating the case.

Impurities surround T'puram's most divine locale

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:28:00 +0530

The roads surrounding Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple have become stinking garbage dumps with waste collection.

TN: Unprecedented rush for medical course seats

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:26:00 +0530

CHENNAI: A serpentine line of elderly women, 17-year-olds and assorted relatives, wound endlessly outside the rather dilapidated P..

Chennai: Long wait for that elusive cylinder

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:42:00 +0530

Over the last two months, households have been facing delays in supply ranging from 40 to 50 days, forcing some of them to borrow spare cylinders from neighbours and relatives.

AP: TJAC to show feuding TRS & BJP the door?

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:39:00 +0530

The committee vexed by parties firmness on contesting Parakal bypoll and decided to work without them in Telangana.

Bangalore: Water woes pour from skies

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:37:00 +0530

Monsoon showers affected the civic life, with eight trees uprooting incidents across the Bangalore city.

Fish medicine: Bathini brothers shift venue

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:05:00 +0530

The popular fish medicine for asthma patients administered by the Bathini Mrigasira Trust will be distributed at the trust's centre in Kattedan village from this year.

B'lore: CBI raids Yeddyurappa's residence

Wed, 16 May 2012 07:57:22 +0530

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday conducted raids at former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa's residence in Bangalore in connection with the mining scam. This comes hours after the central probe agency began its investigation against Yeddyurappa on Tuesday.

Kerala's Ayurveda industry in jeopardy

Wed, 16 May 2012 07:42:55 +0530

The Rs 600 crore Ayurveda industry in Kerala is facing its biggest challenge. The state government is clamping down on what it considers dubious claims by three companies that promise magical remedies. Products worth almost Rs 2 crore have been seized and the three major companies may lose their licences.

Raja's release may dilute 2G case: Jayalalithaa

Wed, 16 May 2012 01:21:30 +0530

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Tuesday said the 2G spectrum allotment scam case seemed to be getting diluted with the bail granted to former communications minister and the main accused A Raja.

DMK will stand by A Raja, says Karunanidhi

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:21:59 +0530

Backing his party colleague A Raja, prime accused in 2G spectrum scam, DMK chief M Karunanidhi on Tuesday expressed happiness over his securing bail.

2G: DMK supporters celebrate Raja's release

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:08:58 +0530

Scores of DMK supporters, gathered outside a Delhi court on Tuesday, cheered out loud on hearing that their leader and former communications minister A Raja was granted bail in the 2G scam case.

2G case appears getting diluted: Jayalalithaa

Tue, 15 May 2012 05:05:13 +0530

As former telecom minister A Raja secured bail in the 2G spectrum case, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa on Tuesday said the case appeared to be getting "diluted".

Kerala higher secondary results declared

Tue, 15 May 2012 04:45:43 +0530

The Kerala Higher Secondary Department results as well as VHSC results were announced on Tuesday. About 88 per cent students have passed in the plus two examination.

Pitroda's projects will change face of Kerala: CM

Tue, 15 May 2012 01:07:10 +0530

Noted innovator, tech evangelist and policymaker Sam Pitroda has drawn up some 10 major projects for Kerala's resurgence that promise to change the face of the state, says Chief Minister Oommen Chandy.

Shrinking space for the dead in Hyderabad

Tue, 15 May 2012 12:58:00 +0530

In this booming metropolis, where thousands struggle for a place to live in, even death offers no solution.

2G scam: Raja gets bail after 15 months in jail

Tue, 15 May 2012 12:46:23 +0530

A Delhi court on Tuesday granted bail to former telecom minister A Raja in the 2G spectrum scam. The court has asked A Raja to submit Rs 25 lakh as surety. Raja has also been directed not to visit Tamil Nadu without the court's prior permission.

Karnataka SSLC results on May 17, PU on May 23

Tue, 15 May 2012 12:05:06 +0530

The Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Karnataka results for the year 2012 will be announced on May 17 and the pre-university (PU) examination results will be declared on May 23.

T'puram Corporation lashes out at Kerala Govt

Tue, 15 May 2012 11:46:00 +0530

Corporation officials boycotted a meeting by Urban Affairs Minister Manjalamkuzhy Ali to discuss landfilling of garbage.

AP: Rs 1,300 crore lapses in Jalayagnam

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:40:00 +0530

A PAC review meeting revealed that as much as Rs 1,300 crore advance money paid to contractors is yet to be recovered.

Mining scam: CBI to begin probe against BSY

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:30:12 +0530

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will on Tuesday start probing corruption charges against former Karnataka chief minister BS Yeddyurappa in connection with the mining scam.

Hyderabad: Are Volvo buses deathtraps?

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:23:00 +0530

Most of the Volvo buses, which have airconditioning facility, catch fire due to short-circuit.

SC panel report will muddy Mullaiperiyar waters

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:29:00 +0530

CHENNAI: The Supreme Court-constituted expert panel to study the safety of Mullaiperiyar Dam has overstepped its brief in making s..

Unending wait for autos at Central station

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:56:00 +0530

CHENNAI: Passengers arriving at Central Railway Station and opting for pre-paid autorickshaws have a hard time as they have to wai..

Telangana: TDP ready to spell out its stand

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:33:00 +0530

The Telugu Desam is ready to pronounce its stand on the Telangana statehood demand if the central government seeks its opinion.

No passports for Kudankulam residents?

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:32:22 +0530

Youth in villages around Kudankulam, where people are agitating against the setting up of the nuclear power plant, are unable to take up jobs abroad as passports are being denied to them, it was alleged at a public hearing in Chennai on Monday.

Bangalore: The blind tailor who defies all odds

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:09:00 +0530

Having turned blind, he could have become helpless and dependent on others. But on the contrary, H A Rudrachari has been earning his livelihood for two decades

Congress snubs Yeddyurappa over Sonia praise

Tue, 15 May 2012 02:59:06 +0530

A day after BJP's former Karnataka chief minister BS Yeddyurappa praised Sonia Gandhi, the Congress snubbed him on Monday, saying their party president doesn't need any certificate.

2G: Will Raja get bail after 15 months in jail?

Tue, 15 May 2012 02:23:36 +0530

It is a crucial day for former telecom minister A Raja. After 15 months in the jail over the 2G scam, a Delhi court is likely to pronounce its verdict on his bail plea. This is the first time that he has sought bail in the 15 months that he's been in jail since his arrest in February, 2011.

Congress snubs BSY despite his praises for Sonia

Mon, 14 May 2012 06:06:56 +0530

The Congress party on Monday gave signals that it did not intend to touch B S Yeddyurappa and his supporters even with a bargepole despite the former Karanataka Chief Minister praising party president Sonia Gandhi.

I'm not quitting BJP, Gowda is a failure: Yeddy

Mon, 14 May 2012 05:24:52 +0530

Former Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa on Monday hit out at the current state government and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leadership, calling CM Sadanand Gowda a failure.

Court rejects plea to defreeze Sakshi TV accounts

Mon, 14 May 2012 04:43:33 +0530

A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Monday dismissed a petition by YS Jaganmohan Reddy's Jagathi publications to defreeze the bank accounts of Sakshi TV.

IT raids at actor Chiranjeevi's daughter's house

Mon, 14 May 2012 03:12:48 +0530

Income Tax sleuths have conducted raids at the premises of a son-in-law of actor-politician Chiranjeevi here, official sources said.

DA case: CBI summons Jagan on May 28

Mon, 14 May 2012 01:24:45 +0530

A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court has served summons to YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy in the disproporionate assets case. Jagan Reddy, the son of the late Andhra chief minister YSR Reddy, has been asked to appear before a CBI court on May 28.

TN: Mudslinging over Madurai 'mutt' appointment

Mon, 14 May 2012 12:22:41 +0530

The war of words between controversial Karnataka-based spiritual leader Nithyananda and those opposing his anointment as the 293rd pontiff of the over 1500-year-old Madurai Aadheenam Mutt late last month is turning murkier by the day.

Kerala: VS vs Vijayan - and CPM?

Mon, 14 May 2012 12:13:39 +0530

The feud between the Communist Party of India Marxist's (CPM) two tallest leaders in Kerala - V S Achuthanandan and Pinarayi Vijayan - appears to be headed for an exciting finish, with the former now taking on not just his bete noire but the party itself.

I will announce my decision today: BSY

Mon, 14 May 2012 11:43:14 +0530

The political crisis in the ruling BJP in Karnataka on Monday loomed large with rebel leader and former Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa deciding to take a final call on his future political course by Monday evening.

Court to decide on Jagan's plea for defreezing accounts

Mon, 14 May 2012 10:50:09 +0530

A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court is expected to give its order on YSR Congress chief Jagan Reddy's plea. The YSR Congress chief had challenged the freezing of the accounts of Sakshi TV and other media houses that he owns.

Hampis Akka Tangi Gundu breaks into pieces

Mon, 14 May 2012 10:40:00 +0530

HAMPI: Akka Tangi Gundu, a famous rock structure at world heritage site Hampi, broke into pieces in Hampi on Sunday. The rock was ..

Hyderabad: After 2 years, EFLU gets a V-C

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:53:00 +0530

Professor Sunaina Singh of OU is set to take charge on Monday and her biggest challenge will be tackling shortage of teachers.

Yeddyurappa may announce his plans today

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:45:57 +0530

All eyes will be on former Karnataka chief minister BS Yeddyurappa on Monday as he plans to raise his stakes against the party. The former Karnataka chief minister is expected to unveil his plans, a day after nine loyalists quit their ministerial berths. Yeddyurappa will meet his supporting MLAs and decide on the next step in his battle with the party. Karnataka Chief Minister Sadananda Gowda and the BJP top brass struggle to defuse the crisis.

Chennai: Babies timed right, delivered on Mother's Day

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:23:00 +0530

For women who have been battling with fertility issues for years, Sunday was a particularly great day.

Bangalore: Honey, where are the bees?

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:21:00 +0530

Honey bees are fast depleting in the city leading to a variety of problems which directly threatens our food security.

Tamil Nadu MPs demand Tamil as official language

Mon, 14 May 2012 01:29:16 +0530

Three Tamil Nadu MPs from different parties on Sunday made a strong pitch for making Tamil one of the official languages and opposed any move to impose Hindi on the country.

Yeddyurappa criticises party leaders, praises Sonia

Sun, 13 May 2012 10:30:04 +0530

Karnataka Chief Minister DV Sadanand Gowda is in Delhi for a crisis meet with the BJP leadership after former chief minister BS Yeddyurappa raised the pitch of his revolt. Yeddyurappa even openly praised Congress President Sonia Gandhi and criticised Gowda leadership.

Karnataka CM meets Gadkari, Jaitley in Delhi

Sun, 13 May 2012 09:21:50 +0530

Karnataka Chief Minister DV Sadananda Gowda held a crisis meet with senior BJP leaders Nitin Gadkari and Arun Jaitley on Sunday after former chief minister BS Yeddyurappa raised the pitch of his revolt.

Kerala: Boy killed, 25 injured in a stampede

Sun, 13 May 2012 08:44:13 +0530

A toddler was killed and 25 others injured in a stampede when a tusker ran amok in the festivities at the famous Koodal Manikkam Temple at Irinjalakuda in the district on Sunday morning.

Karnataka CM to meet BJP high command

Sun, 13 May 2012 05:27:02 +0530

Karnataka Chief Minister Sadananda Gowda landed in Delhi on Sunday to hold a crisis meet with the BJP leadership after former chief minister BS Yeddyurappa raised the pitch of his revolt.

Party always stood by the side of Yeddyurappa: BJP

Sun, 13 May 2012 04:16:27 +0530

In an effort to mollify its belligerent former Chief Minister BS Yeddyruappa and stem the fresh revolt launched by him, Karnataka unit BJP on Sunday declared that the party would be with him in this hour of crisis.

Gowda insulted my loyalists, says Yeddyurappa

Sun, 13 May 2012 12:30:50 +0530

In Karnataka, the rift between Chief Minister Sadananda Gowda and his predecessor BS Yeddyurappa has widened. Yeddyurappa on Sunday accused Gowda of insulting party MPs, while justifying the political crisis in the state. Nine Yeddyurappa's loyalists on Saturday quit their Cabinet posts claiming they have been insulted by Gowda.

Sri Lanka to release information on war detainees

Sun, 13 May 2012 11:58:17 +0530

The Sri Lankan government has decided to release the information on war detainees, a step seen as a response to the country's reconciliation commission report.

Karnataka CM downplays crisis in his Cabinet

Sun, 13 May 2012 07:03:36 +0530

Karnataka Chief Minister DV Sadananda Gowda has downplayed the crisis in his cabinet as seven ministers who are loyalists of Gowda's predecessor and former mentor BS Yeddyurappa have offered to quit.

Not aware of ministers' resignation: Karnataka CM

Sun, 13 May 2012 01:31:54 +0530

Facing a fresh bout of revolt against his leadership, Karnataka Chief Minister DV Sadananda Gowda on Saturday said he was unaware of resignation by some ministers in the state.

7 BSY loyalists quit Karnataka Cabinet

Sat, 12 May 2012 08:51:44 +0530

In escalation of factional feud in ruling BJP in Karnataka, seven Karnataka ministers loyal to former Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa quit on Saturday in a bid to put pressure on DV Sadananda Gowda government.

TN: Man crushed to death between platform and train

Sat, 12 May 2012 07:49:33 +0530

In a heart-rending incident, a 40-year-old man was on Saturday crushed to death in front of his two sons, when he fell in the space between the platform and a train at the station Salem, police said.

CBI probe against BS Yeddyurappa from May 15

Sat, 12 May 2012 07:16:44 +0530

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) may on Tuesday start probing corruption charges against former Karnataka chief minister BS Yeddyurappa, a CBI official said on Saturday.

Split within Kerala CPM out in the open

Sat, 12 May 2012 03:32:09 +0530

It seems that former Kerala chief minister and one of the founding members of the CPM VS Achuthanandan is likely to split the party.

Processions, orchestras mark Kerala festivals

Sat, 12 May 2012 02:01:16 +0530

Frenzied mass participation characterises annual temple festivals in Kerala that invariably include colourful processions of richly caparisoned elephants and panchavadyam (orchestra) by a combination of percussion instruments.

Karnataka: BJP embarrassed as polls near

Sat, 12 May 2012 01:46:12 +0530

Ruling Karnataka for the first time, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will complete four years in power on May 30 with little to cheer and much to worry about.

Canned water everywhere

Sat, 12 May 2012 11:21:00 +0530

From boiling drinking water, most families in Kerala have moved to packaged drinking water distributed in plastic cans...

Actor Ranjitha to move court against Kanchi seer

Sat, 12 May 2012 10:35:00 +0530

CHENNAI: Actor Ranjitha on Friday approached a magistrate court here for filing a complaint against Kanchi mutt senior pontiff Jay..

Bangalore: BESCOM hits the streets to power citizens

Sat, 12 May 2012 09:33:00 +0530

As a unique initiative, BESCOM is making extensive use of emerging technologies to spread awareness on saving power.

AP: Vijayamma goes to SC against Naidu

Sat, 12 May 2012 09:32:00 +0530

The matter is likely to come up for hearing after the court reopens after vacation beginning Saturday.

Coast Guard boat kills TN fisherman

Sat, 12 May 2012 09:16:00 +0530

Kalvin (18), a fisherman from Pamban, drowned while four others escaped when a Coast Guard (CG) patrol boat allegedly hit the country boat in which the group were fishing 11 nautical miles off the Pamban coast on Thursday night.

NCTC ball in Centre's court now: Jayalalithaa

Sat, 12 May 2012 09:11:00 +0530

Tamil Nadu CM was commenting over the demand of setting up of a sub-committee of CMs to examine the provisions of NCTC.

Hyderabad: 2 students steal 500 ATM cards

Sat, 12 May 2012 09:07:00 +0530

A 20-year-old BSC first-year student and a 20-year-old B.Tech first-year student, along with their friend, were involved in the theft of as many as 500 ATM cards.

CBI probe endgame for Yeddyurappa?

Sat, 12 May 2012 08:32:00 +0530

Order for CBI probe in illegal mining case against ex-Karnataka CM may have all but put paid to his political ambitions.

Karnataka: Raichur reeling under severe drought

Sat, 12 May 2012 06:10:23 +0530

Raichur in North Karnataka battled floods three years ago, but the district is still reeling under a severe drought. It's as if the Gods are mocking the farmers of Raichur district. In 2009 the farmers' homes and crops were destroyed by flooding and now three years on, a severe drought has hit the farmers hard.

Yeddyurappa true face of BJP : Congress

Sat, 12 May 2012 02:01:10 +0530

With the Supreme Court ordering a CBI probe against BS Yeddyurappa, the Congress on Friday sought to embarass the BJP dubbing the former Karnataka Chief Minister as the "true face" of the Opposition party.

AP: Ex-minister calls CM anti-Dalit

Fri, 11 May 2012 05:40:37 +0530

Denied permission to address the media, P Shankar Rao lodged a police complaint against N Kiran Kumar Reddy for violating provisions of the the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

BSY welcomes SC order, but alleges conspiracy

Fri, 11 May 2012 05:35:36 +0530

Hours after the Supreme Court ordered an enquiry by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the allegations against former Karnataka chief minister B S Yeddyurappa, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader alleged that it was a conspiracy against him to make him an accused.

Illegal mining: Karnataka ex-minister gets bail

Fri, 11 May 2012 05:34:33 +0530

Hyderabad court on Friday granted conditional bail to former Karnataka Minister Gali Janardhan Reddy in the OMC illegal mining case.

AP: 4 die after consuming illicit liquor

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:09:02 +0530

Four people died on Friday after consuming illicit liquor in Vijayawada town of Andhra Pradesh, police said.

2G: A Raja's bail order reserved till May 15

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:47:50 +0530

A Delhi court on Friday reserved the order on former telecom minister A Raja's bail plea till May 15 in the 2G spectrum scam case. Raja had applied for bail for the first time since he was jailed 15 months ago.

Lady brigade out to end a regions water woes!

Fri, 11 May 2012 12:36:00 +0530

THRISSUR: Finding a good location, digging test holes, and drilling through dirt and rock till you find that flash of water ripple..

T'puram Corporation to go online in all offices

Fri, 11 May 2012 12:02:00 +0530

The Corporation demanded a switch over to online system for duty-bound redressal of grievances in 100 wards under it.

Corruption within K'taka BJP a poll issue: Cong

Fri, 11 May 2012 11:52:04 +0530

The Karnataka Congress attacked the state Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after the Supreme Court's order on a CBI inquiry on BS Yeddyurappa. Karnataka Congress leader Dinesh Gundurao said, "Corruption of the entire BJP in the state will be an election issue. There is an entire government machinery breakdown in the state."

Kiran takes cue from Chirus Stalin

Fri, 11 May 2012 11:32:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: In Mahbubnagar district to push the Rytu Chaitanya Yatras on Thursday, chief minister Kiran Kumar Reddy did the usual f..

Blow to Yeddy, SC orders CBI probe in 3 cases

Fri, 11 May 2012 11:08:55 +0530

In a major blow to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Karnataka chief minister BS Yeddyurappa, the Supreme Court on Friday ordered an enquiry by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the allegations against him.

Hyderabad: A Yuva branch the young can bank on

Fri, 11 May 2012 10:30:00 +0530

SBI's new Yuva branch at Jubilee Hills has a coffee bar, gaming console, self-service kiosk for cash deposits and more.

BJP's escalating confrontation in Karnataka

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:22:00 +0530

The BSY camp said it would launch a final war, after the CM rejected their demand to convene a legislative party meet.

Skeleton found in Bangalore house

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:59:00 +0530

A skeleton of a youth, who was allegedly murdered four months ago, was found at a house in Sonnappanahalli in Chikkajala on Thursday.

Palike stops water supply to Russell Market

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:58:00 +0530

BBMP, in order to vacate the traders, has stopped water supply to the market and has locked the toilets on the premises...

Chennai skies escape AI turbulence

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:52:00 +0530

Passengers in Delhi may be fretting over whether their flights might be cancelled, owing to the pilots' stir, but absolutely nothing of that sort was seen in Chennai.

TN: DMK government robbed gods of their gold?

Thu, 10 May 2012 01:52:08 +0530

Did the previous DMK-run State government rob the gods of their gold? That's what Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa suspects, going by State HR and CE Minister MSM Anandan's allegations in the State Assembly on Wednesday.

Hyderabad foundation gets grant for polio vaccine

Thu, 10 May 2012 01:50:30 +0530

Ella Foundation has won a $100,000 Grand Challenges Explorations grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to develop a virus against polio after the phasing out of the oral poliovirus (OPV) vaccine.

Jayalalithaa receives e-mail threatening her

Thu, 10 May 2012 01:26:07 +0530

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa has received an anonymous e-mail threatening her.

Is the CBI probe on Jagan a political tactic?

Thu, 10 May 2012 10:05:27 +0530

A Hyderabad court will on Thursday hear the Sakshi TV's appeal against freezing of its accounts. YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy, who owns the network, has slammed the CBI for hounding him with no proof.

Is there a rift in the Kerala CPM?

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:42:00 +0530

There seems to be a rift brewing in the Kerala CPM after the brutal killing of rebel leader TP Chandrashekharan. Though a police probe is still on, many allege that Chandrashekharan's killing was orchestrated by CPM state secretary Pinarayi Vijayan's group. Vijayan alleges that the killing is a conspiracy to tarnish the CPM and even reiterated an earlier comment that Chandrashekharan was a traitor.

Save money, go green

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:40:00 +0530

Many city dwellers are opting to reside in green buildings to reduce power consumption and utilise natural resources...

TN: DMK government robbed gods of their gold?

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:05:00 +0530

The DMK regime had concentrated on works which required usage of gold owned by various temples, said a state minister...

Jayalalithaa announces Chennai Peripheral Road

Thu, 10 May 2012 08:32:00 +0530

The 162 km-long Chennai Peripheral Road will connect the Ennore port with Mahabalipuram...

T'puram: Traditional art forms a big hit at Technopark

Thu, 10 May 2012 08:11:00 +0530

Techies are going back to their roots. Those who think that techies can enjoy only rock and cinematic dance, a visit to Technopark would change your mind.

Freezing of accounts by CBI undemocratic: Jagan

Thu, 10 May 2012 07:41:13 +0530

YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy has hit out at the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), saying that it has been hounding him with no proof. Calling the freezing of the Sakshi TV accounts undemocratic, Jagan said, "After nine months of probe, the CBI has got nothing."

Hyderabad to host international IT meet next month

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:51:17 +0530

A two-day international congregation of IT/ITeS industry is being organised in Hyderabad from June 21. 'Advantage AP 2012' will be organised by Andhra Pradesh Government, along with IT and ITES Industry Association of AP (ITsAP) and Software Technology Parks of India (STPI).

Jagan's Sakshi TV moves court to defreeze accounts

Wed, 09 May 2012 03:23:32 +0530

Kadapa MP and YSR Congress president YS Jaganmohan Reddy's Jagathi publications has moved the CBI court on Wednesday seeking to defreeze their bank accounts. The Court has asked the CBI to file a reply by Thursday.

Kerala may move Italian marines to guest house

Wed, 09 May 2012 03:09:06 +0530

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Kerala government to consider within one week the plea for transferring to a guest house the two Italian marines, arrested in connection with the killing of Indian fishermen, on board the Enrica Lexie.

Karnataka forest officer killed by tourists

Wed, 09 May 2012 01:22:58 +0530

In a shocking development from the Dandeli-Anshi tiger reserve in Karnataka, a forest officer has died after being allegedly attacked by a group of tourists. Assistant conservator of forest MH Nayak was allegedly hit on the head by the tourists after he tried to stop them from feeding crocodiles at the Kali River which is inside the tiger reserve.

Visit Vilappilsala plant, Mayor tells Ali

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:31:00 +0530

Mayor K Chandrika urged Minister to visit waste treatment plant instead of sitting inside the office directed by others...

CBI move a prelude to attach Jagans assets?

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:19:00 +0530

CBI on Tuesday froze the bank accounts of the media firms and other companies owned by the Kadapa MP...

Karnataka: 10 farmers injured in lathicharge

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:48:00 +0530

Police forced to resort to action after Haveri farmers allegedly break barricades.

Tamil Nadu: 8 die of dengue in Nellai

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:35:00 +0530

Deputy Director of Health Services Meera Mohideen said eight persons have died of dengue in the district so far.

When will Captain visit the House?

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:30:00 +0530

CHENNAI: The State Assembly on Tuesday witnessed heated arguments between members of the DMDK and ministers. When R Manoharan (Tir..

Now, MDMK to boycott Pudukottai byelection

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:18:00 +0530

CHENNAI: Toeing the line of the CPI and DMK, the MDMK too has decided not to contest the Pudukottai bypoll. In a release, party ge..

India gets its first ever Paralympics swimmer

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:13:38 +0530

A swimmer from Karnataka, Sharath Gayakwad, is the first Indian swimmer to qualify for the Paralympics. Born with a deformed hand, Sharath has managed to swim against all odds to get there. "I want to be an Olympic champion and break a world record," the Paraswimmer said.

Power cuts haunt city; Officials in the dark

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:11:00 +0530

BANGALORE: Despite tall claims by Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) of uninterrupted power barring for maintenance, Ba..

Kerala: 15-year-old arrested for killing classmate

Wed, 09 May 2012 09:17:58 +0530

A 15-year-old has been arrested in Alleppey for allegedly killing his classmate. The incident took place in the premises of the St George Higher Secondary School on Monday. The boy is said to have confessed that he killed his classmate to avenge a petty clash that happened two months ago.

SC ruling on Haj subsidy evokes mixed response

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:39:00 +0530

The apex court ordered that the government should phase out Haj subsidy over the next 10 years.

100 mini buses to ply on Chennai roads soon

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:07:00 +0530

These buses would provide connectivity to people living in areas where transport facilities are insufficient.

AP: BJP, TRS yet to decide on Parkal candidate

Wed, 09 May 2012 07:56:00 +0530

TRS and BJP are continuing to adopt a wait-and-watch attitude on announcing the party candidate for Parkal Assembly seat.

CBI freezes bank accounts linked to Jagan

Wed, 09 May 2012 01:29:38 +0530

The CBI has frozen the accounts of Sakshi TV and other media houses owned by Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy. This as part of the probe against the Andhra Pradesh leader in an alleged disproportionate assets case.

NPCIL denies any accident at Kudankulam

Tue, 08 May 2012 04:49:41 +0530

There was no accident at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant as has been made out in some quarters, the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited asserted on Tuesday.

Delay derails vacationers at Central station

Tue, 08 May 2012 01:29:00 +0530

Following the derailment of three bogies of a goods train near Katpadi, around 12 trains faced up to five hour delays...

Bangalore: Two suspected terrorists arrested

Tue, 08 May 2012 12:47:44 +0530

In a major breakthrough, Crime Branch officials on Tuesday arrested two terrorists belonging to terror outfits Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and the Indian Mujahideen (IM) in Bangalore.

Kerala: Nilambur forests haven for Maoists

Tue, 08 May 2012 12:04:47 +0530

The Nilambur forests are fast turning a haven for Maoists and other extremist organisations, according to the latest intelligence reports.

T'puram: Discover Japan Festival from Friday

Tue, 08 May 2012 11:37:00 +0530

As part of the 60th year of India-Japan diplomatic relations, 'Discover Japan Festival-2012', a three-day cultural festival and industrial expo, will begin in the city on Friday.

AP CM Kiran goes for Jagan's Jugular

Tue, 08 May 2012 11:28:00 +0530

The Andhra CM came down heavily on Jagan after many of his critics barracked him for being soft on the Kadapa MP.

City student selected for Cambridge Scholarship

Tue, 08 May 2012 11:08:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: A student of city-based Nalsar university of law, Suhasini Sen, has been selected for the prestigious Gates Cambridge S..

48% Bangalore women on night shift scared

Tue, 08 May 2012 10:39:00 +0530

BANGALORE: Crimes against women are on the rise. A survey by a trade body reveals that 48 per cent of women working in night shift..

TN: Civic chief's family among 50 ostracised

Tue, 08 May 2012 10:26:00 +0530

A total of 50 families from K Kumarettiahpuram in the Vilathikulam panchayat union have allegedly been ostracised from their community, reportedly over their support to a particular candidate during the recent civic polls.

HMK pained by anointment of Nithyananda

Tue, 08 May 2012 09:15:00 +0530

The Hindu Makkal Katchi (HMK) and the Saivite Disciples Committee have petitioned the Joint Commissioner of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Administration Department (HR&CE) in Madurai against the appointment of Nithyananda as the 293rd pontiff of the Madurai Aadheenam.

Hyderabad man provides shelter to the homeless

Tue, 08 May 2012 09:13:17 +0530

For nearly two years, 30-year-old Ramesh Kothwal has been responsible for saving the lives and providing shelter to several destitutes in Hyderabad.

K'taka: Women to have 50 pc quota in local bodies

Tue, 08 May 2012 01:19:54 +0530

Karnataka government on Monday decided to earmark 50 per cent reservation for women in all urban local bodies in the state. The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister DV Sadananda Gowda.

Karnataka: Rapist, killer's mercy plea rejected

Mon, 07 May 2012 05:57:40 +0530

The Karnataka Cabinet on Monday rejected serial killer Umesh Reddy's mercy plea. Reddy was convicted and sentenced to death by a Fast Track Court in 2006 for the rape and murder of Jayshree Maradi Subbaiah.

CBI files third chargesheet in Jagan DA case

Mon, 07 May 2012 05:29:07 +0530

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday filed the third supplementary chargesheet in YS Jaganmohan Reddy disproportionate assets case. The 88-page chargesheet names Jagan as accused No. 1 and names five others including a serving Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer. The chargesheet has around 72 witness statement.

AP: US-based charity builds schools for poor Muslims

Mon, 07 May 2012 01:09:24 +0530

Indian Muslim Relief and Charities (IMRC), a US-based organization, has built 60 schools in the remote villages of coastal Andhra Pradesh and plans to construct 40 more to provide education to Muslims.

T'puram: meet on Putin's return as Russian president

Mon, 07 May 2012 01:02:04 +0530

Vladimir Putin's return to presidency in Russia will be the subject of a discussion on Monday.

Kerala: Exodus in Pathanamthitta a body blow for CPM

Mon, 07 May 2012 12:58:17 +0530

The exodus from the rank and file of the CPM has started surfacing in the Pathanamthitta district, one of the hotbeds of groupism and factionalism in the CPM.

AP: CM Kiran calls minister an 'idle' brain

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:39:00 +0530

Andhra CM's comment came after the Health Minister DL Ravindra Reddy accused him of being Jagan's covert in Congress.

Kiran should shed silence on Jagan: VHR

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:26:00 +0530

Congress MP V Hanumantha Rao on Sunday said he too, like the health minister DL Ravindra Reddy, may have to come to a conclusion that chief minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy was Jagan Mohan Reddy's covert unless he sheds his silence on the Kadapa MP.

From rape victims to normal persons, a journey

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:25:23 +0530

Most media campaigns on cases of rape and sexual assault or stories based on such victims in movies end with justice or the lack of it. Counsellors who handle sexual assault victims say that justice is often the last thing on the minds of the victims as they grapple with insecurities that affect their life adversely. City Express speaks with counsellors and women's rights activist, who delve into the trauma suffered by the victims.

Flying from Chennai to cost more

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:09:00 +0530

The price for various services at Chennai Airport may see a 90 per cent hike as Airports Authority of India (AAI) has proposed a User Development Fee (UDF) of Rs 160 and Rs 500 on domestic and international passengers, respectively.

CPM men behind Left leader's killing?

Mon, 07 May 2012 09:46:40 +0530

Two days since Left leader TP Chandrashekharan was killed in Kerala there is still no clue about those who were behind the assassination. Sources say some CPI(M) leaders are involved in the killing of Chandrashekharan, which is being seen as the most brutal political assassination that Kerala has seen.

Hyderabad Metro works hit expected roadblock

Mon, 07 May 2012 09:25:00 +0530

Environmental activists and citizens oppose translocation and destruction of trees for metro rail corridors in the city.

Fading green memories of Bangalore

Mon, 07 May 2012 09:19:00 +0530

In just three years, over 1,500 trees have been uprooted, by both harsh monsoons and growing developmental works.

PMK paints Anbumani as future CM

Mon, 07 May 2012 08:56:00 +0530

MAHABALIPURAM: Pattali Makkal Katchi leaders painted Anbumani Ramadoss, son of the party founder S Ramadoss, as the Chief Minister..

Karnataka: BSY for lion's share in Cabinet expansion

Mon, 07 May 2012 08:25:00 +0530

The Karnataka BJP leader also wants to ensure that none of his ministers is dropped or removed from current portfolios.

Telangana set to become anaemia capital of AP

Mon, 07 May 2012 07:55:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: Telangana region is set to become the capital of anaemia, according to Dr V Janaki, asst. Prof. in gynaecology at Nilou..

Kerala seeks 500 MW power from Kudankulam

Sun, 06 May 2012 10:59:47 +0530

In the midst of Tamil Nadu demanding that the Centre allocate the entire power to be generated by the Kudankulam nuclear plant to it, Kerala has staked claim for 500 MW from the project.

Kerala seeks 500 MW power from Kudankulam

Sun, 06 May 2012 10:59:47 +0530

In the midst of Tamil Nadu demanding that the Centre allocate the entire power to be generated by the Kudankulam nuclear plant to it, Kerala has staked claim for 500 MW from the project.

'Irregularities in cyclone Thane relief will be probed'

Sun, 06 May 2012 10:19:38 +0530

Centre would soon hold an inquiry into alleged irregularities in distribution of Rs 125 crore sanctioned by it to the Union Territory of Puducherry for cyclone Thane relief works, Union Minister of State in PMO V Narayanasamy said on Sunday.

Cong will put up good show in bypolls: AP CM

Sun, 06 May 2012 10:02:10 +0530

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy on Sunday expressed confidence that Congress party would put up a good show in next month's by-polls to one Lok Sabha and 18 Assembly seats.

Dirty Picture: Ekta Kapoor opposes Kannada title

Sun, 06 May 2012 05:23:04 +0530

Director Trishul of 'Baba' fame has titled his next Kannada film 'The Dirty Picture', but filmmaker Ekta Kapoor is unhappy and has filed a complaint against the use of the title.

Action films are my priority: Rana Daggubati

Sun, 06 May 2012 04:33:04 +0530

He won't say no to romantic movies, but actor Rana Daggubati admits action films will always be his priority.

Kerala seeks greater share in Koodankulam power

Sun, 06 May 2012 02:51:00 +0530

Chief Minister Oommen Chandy has written to Prime Minister demanding 500 MW from the nuclear plant for the state...

Bhanu plotted Suri killing at a city pub

Sun, 06 May 2012 02:17:02 +0530

Two days prior to killing faction warlord G Suryanarayana Reddy alias Suri, P Bhanu Kiran alias Bhanu had a bash at a well-known pub at Banjara Hills where he planned the execution of the killing.

Centre casual, contemptuous: Jayalalithaa

Sun, 06 May 2012 12:27:52 +0530

Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Saturday went hammer and tongs against the Union Home Ministry headed by P Chidambaram for treating the Tamil Nadu government with absolute disdain over the formation of the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC).

Now a Malayalam film on 'real' Silk Smitha

Sat, 05 May 2012 03:40:46 +0530

The film, tentatively titled 'Profile', is all set to go on floors by early June this year only.

Isha Sharvani to debut in Malayalam Films

Sat, 05 May 2012 03:21:42 +0530

If all goes well, Bollywood diva Isha Sharvani will soon make her debut in Malayalam.

Tamil Review: 'Leelai' is refreshing

Sat, 05 May 2012 03:05:29 +0530

A breezy, light-hearted urban romance, Leelai is like a refreshing whiff of fresh air on a hot summer's day.

Rowdy Rathore: Music borrowed from 'Vikramarkudu'

Sat, 05 May 2012 01:37:16 +0530

Wajid, of the composer duo Sajid-Wajid, confesses that a part of the music in their 'Rowdy Rathore' score is borrowed from the original Telugu film 'Vikramarkudu'.

Kannada Review: 'Anna Bond' is boring

Sat, 05 May 2012 12:53:07 +0530

The hugely awaited film 'Anna Bond', starring the Kannada film industry's superstar Puneeth Raj Kumar and directed by Suri, was expected to be a continuation of success story of their previous film 'Jackie'.

Kerala: Former CPM leader hacked to death

Sat, 05 May 2012 08:45:15 +0530

In a shocking incident in the Kozhikode district of Kerala, former Kerala CPM leader T P Chandrasekharan, who was expelled from the party a few years back, was hacked to death by unidentified assailants.

Mullaperiyar: Kerala may object to SC panel report

Sat, 05 May 2012 08:22:02 +0530

In a setback for the Kerala government in the Mullaperiyar dam row, a five-member Supreme Court-appointed panel has stated that the dam is safe. The report even backs Tamil Nadu's demand to raise the water level of the dam that lies in Kerala's territory from 136 feet to 142 feet.

Mullaperiyar: Kerala may object to SC panel report

Sat, 05 May 2012 08:22:02 +0530

Mullaperiyar dam is safe: SC panel

Fri, 04 May 2012 08:32:42 +0530

In a setback for Kerala in the Mullaperiyar dam row, the report submitted by the 5-member committee appointed by the Supreme says that the dam is safe. The report vindicates Tamil Nadu's demand to raise the water level in the dam from 136 ft to 142ft.

Mullaperiyar dam is safe: SC panel

Fri, 04 May 2012 08:32:42 +0530

North East student found dead in Bangalore

Fri, 04 May 2012 03:57:32 +0530

Close on the heels of a Manipuri student who was found dead in "mysterious circumstances" in his college hostel in April, another student from the north-eastern state allegedly committed suicide in Bangalore by hanging.

Mullaperiyar: Kerala, TN to get copies of report

Fri, 04 May 2012 02:32:39 +0530

The Supreme Court on Friday permitted Kerala and Tamil Nadu to get copies of the report submitted by the monitoring committee on the Mullaperiyar Dam row.

Mullaperiyar: Kerala, TN to get copies of report

Fri, 04 May 2012 02:32:39 +0530

The Supreme Court on Friday permitted Kerala and Tamil Nadu to get copies of the report submitted by the monitoring committee on the Mullaperiyar Dam row.

Karnataka to miss out on Aamir's TV debut show

Fri, 04 May 2012 08:22:38 +0530

Karnataka is going to miss out on Aamir Khan's much anticipated TV debut, 'Satyamev Jayate', and this is because the film and TV industry has self enforced a ban on dubbing.

Never met Chidambaram on Telangana issue: TDP chief

Fri, 04 May 2012 02:44:35 +0530

Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu has condemned Union Home Minister P Chidambaram's claim that he met him on the Telangana statehood issue.

Plea against Nityananda's appointment as pontiff

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:52:32 +0530

A petition seeking a direction to the Tamil Nadu government to forbear controversial Nityananda from acting as the 293rd Pontiff of a 1500-year-old Saivaite Mutt by holding his appointment as illegal, arbitrary and contrary to the provisions of the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Act-1959, was moved in the Madras High court on Thursday.

Kerala: Mother kills newborn, stuffs body in bag

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:52:23 +0530

In a horrifying act, a 24-year old hospital canteen worker killed her newborn girl and stashed the body in a handbag on Thursday, intending to dispose it, police said.

Richard Loitam death: FSL report complicates case

Thu, 03 May 2012 09:39:58 +0530

The Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) has submitted its report on Manipur student Richard Loitam, who was found dead in Bangalore. It ruled out allegations that Richard died of a drug overdose, but remained inconclusive on the possible cause of his death.

Tamil Nadu-born top cop acts in Bhojpuri film

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:27:12 +0530

A top Bihar Police officer, who is a Tamilian by birth, has fulfilled his acting dream. He debuts as a boatman with Bhojpuri film "Devra Pe Manwa Dole" which is set for release on May 10.

Jagan's visit to Tirupati sparks religion row

Thu, 03 May 2012 01:32:51 +0530

Already battling corruption cases, YSR Congress chief Jaganmohan Reddy now finds himself in a new controversy as the authorities in the Tirupati temple say he has violated norms.

Loitam's blood has no traces of drugs: Sources

Thu, 03 May 2012 01:06:48 +0530

Manipur student Richard Loitam's death remains a mystery with the forensic report saying no traces of drugs have been found in his blood even as there is no clarity on whether wounds in the head led to his death. The forensic report of Loitam, who died under mysterious circumstances inside his hostel room in Bangalore, was submitted to Bangalore rural police on Thursday with sources telling CNN-IBN that the boy was not under the influence of drugs when he died.

T'puram: Golf Club on its way back to private hands?

Thu, 03 May 2012 12:37:06 +0530

The Trivandrum Golf Club, which was taken over by the LDF government, after a controversy is on its way back into the hands of private management.

Kerala: Chandy, Ramesh own up 5th berth 'error'

Thu, 03 May 2012 12:11:18 +0530

Owning up joint responsibility, KPCC president Ramesh Chennithala and Chief Minister Oommen Chandy have admitted that there were some mistakes in the way the fifth minister berth was allotted to the IUML, which had created discontent among Congress leaders in the state.

December 9, 2009 was then; this is now: PC

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:40:00 +0530

Home minister said, only after eight parties having a major stake in Telangana take a firm view will progress be made...

Koodankulam plant insured for Rs 7,358 crore

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:44:00 +0530

CHENNAI: Nuclear Power Corporation of India has insured Koodankulam nuclear plant under the Erection Always insurance cover of Uni..

My followers will meet Mutt heads in court

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:07:00 +0530

Nithyananda warned Saivaite Mutts who passed resolutions against his anointment as 293rd pontiff of Madurai Aadheenam...

The 'woe'men of Bangalore

Thu, 03 May 2012 09:22:00 +0530

Hijras are actually men, deliberately hiding behind a feminine fabric to escape from the daily grind of hard work.

Jagan courts big trouble at Tirumala

Thu, 03 May 2012 08:44:00 +0530

TIRUMALA: YSR Congress Party president and Kadapa MP YS Jagan Mohan Reddy landed in a controversy when he went in for a darshan of..

Hyderabad: May raises mercury, April water level

Thu, 03 May 2012 08:39:00 +0530

The presence of basement rocks, combined with showers, help raise groundwater levels in certain areas of the city.

Metro work a boon for citys parking crunch

Thu, 03 May 2012 08:37:00 +0530

Shoppers stopping for a bite have found that they can park pretty much in front of their destination with ease...

CBI arrests TN cadre IPS officer in graft case

Thu, 03 May 2012 07:01:12 +0530

Senior IPS officer of Tamil Nadu cadre, Pramod Kumar, was on Wednesday arrested for allegedly entering into a criminal conspiracy to get a bribe of nearly Rs 10 crore from a private firm accused of duping general public of Rs 829 crore.

Tamil Nadu to introduce five new policies soon

Thu, 03 May 2012 03:43:00 +0530

Aspiring to put the state on higher growth orbit, Tamil Nadu government has proposed to introduce new set of policies and reforms to accelerate the pace of industrialisation.

K'taka urges PM for massive drought relief package

Thu, 03 May 2012 01:44:37 +0530

An all-party team from Karnataka led by Chief Minister DV Sadananda Gowda on Wednesday met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and sought immediate release of Rs 1,500 crore for drought relief in the state.

Govt will not impose its view on Telangana: PC

Thu, 03 May 2012 12:48:34 +0530

Home Minister P Chidambaram on Wednesday said the government will not thrust its opinion on Telangana and the decision on the statehood issue will be taken after consensus among political parties.

Bangalore: 60-year-old beaten to death by teenagers

Wed, 02 May 2012 07:14:33 +0530

A 60-year-old man identified as Alageshan was brutally beaten to death by two teenagers. The victim had confronted them after they allegedly misbehaved with his niece.

Kerala: VS plea for sex probe report dismissed

Wed, 02 May 2012 04:29:35 +0530

The Kerala High Court on Wednesday dismissed a petition of Leader of Opposition V S Achuthanandan seeking a copy of the investigation report in the Kozhikode ice-cream parlour sex case.

Bangalore: Senior citizen beaten to death by teenagers

Wed, 02 May 2012 04:06:09 +0530

A 60-year-old man died in Bangalore after being assaulted by two teenagers. The man, identified as Alageshan was beaten up by two teenagers who he reportedly warned against sexually harassing his niece.

Kiran racks brains as Sonia talks of ups, downs

Wed, 02 May 2012 10:47:00 +0530

The Congress president reportedly told the Andhra CM that he would have to show results in the ensuing byelections.

Vasan shoots down MKs Eelam demand

Wed, 02 May 2012 10:02:00 +0530

TIRUCHY: Union Minister GK Vasan on Tuesday refused to support the demand of its ally, the DMK, for a referendum on a separate Tam..

Hyderabad: 3 accused surrender in Owaisi attack case

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:21:00 +0530

The Andhra Pradesh high court had dismissed their bail plea. The court sent them to judicial custody till May 14.

13 mutt heads oppose Nithyanandas appointment

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:12:00 +0530

Members warned to seek legal recourse if choice of appointing the controversial godman is not reconsidered in ten days...

Karnataka: A day of cabinet woes, strife for BJP

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:55:00 +0530

Sadananda Gowda is set to press for cabinet expansion even as ex-CM Yeddyurappa awaits a SC order against him...

Bangalore: The king of fruits takes a fall

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:45:00 +0530

Fruit vendors and consumers are extremely unhappy with the delayed arrival and steep prices of mangoes this year.

Chennai: Focus on improving transport corridor

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:43:00 +0530

The transportation corridor will be improved instead of taking up improvements at isolated locations along corridor.

Bargaining time for Telangana Congress MPs

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:05:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: The presidential election, to be held in July, will present an opportunity to all Congress MPs and MLAs from Telangana ..

Tamil Nadu writes to Kerala on dumping of waste

Wed, 02 May 2012 07:00:58 +0530

A day after four lorry loads of medical and municipal wastes brought from the Kerala were seized near Pollachi, the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) took up the issue with its counterpart in the neighbouring State.

Tamil Nadu writes to Kerala on dumping of waste

Wed, 02 May 2012 07:00:58 +0530

Sonia's visit was politically motivated: K'taka CM

Wed, 02 May 2012 06:49:55 +0530

The blame-game over AICC president Sonia Gandhi's visit to Karnataka continues. Chief Minister DV Sadananda Gowda, RDPR Minister Jagadish Shettar on Monday hit back at Sonia stating that her visit to Karnataka was laced with political motive and had nothing to do with drought.

Bomb blast in Madurai ahead of Advani's visit

Wed, 02 May 2012 01:04:47 +0530

A low-intensity bomb rigged to a cycle exploded near an auditorium-cum-temple complex in Madurai in the wee hours on Tuesday, causing a security scare ahead of next week's BJP state-level conference to be attended by senior leaders including LK Advani.

Mohanlal happy with remakes of South Indian hits

Tue, 01 May 2012 07:05:30 +0530

Mohanlal seems pleased with the success of Hindi remakes of South Indian blockbusters, of which Salman remains the biggest beneficiary.

ISRO scientist who once studied in a cowshed

Tue, 01 May 2012 06:27:43 +0530

Mayilsamy Annadurai is ISRO's programme director and chief problem solver for remote sensing satellites like the RISAT 1.

Richard Loitam case: 2 students booked for murder

Tue, 01 May 2012 05:35:46 +0530

The Bangalore police have booked two students Syed Afzal Ali and Vishal Banerjee for the murder of Manipur boy Richard Loitam. However, the students will not be arrested now as the police were waiting for the forensic report. The police said that they would take action only after the forensic report was out.

Happy b'day Ajith: Thala's ten memorable quotes

Tue, 01 May 2012 03:45:01 +0530

Ajith believes in talking through his films. Here are ten Ajith quotes that have made headlines over the years.

Anna Bond shows Puneeth Rajkumar's romantic side

Tue, 01 May 2012 02:56:33 +0530

A good part of the film is shot in Bangalore, Coorg and Kanakapura, while the songs are filmed in Spain and Malaysia.

Fishermen killing: Italy clarifies on Rs 1 crore deal

Tue, 01 May 2012 02:55:56 +0530

Italy on Tuesday alleged that the compromised reached between it and the families of the two fishermen killed earlier this year by two Italian marines on board an Italian ship Enrica Lexie, was "a gesture of goodwill" and was not to be "misread as a settlement of claim".

Heavy rainfall lashes city

Tue, 01 May 2012 02:08:00 +0530

An upper air cyclonic circulation developed over south TN and adjoining areas is the reason for widespread rainfall...

AP bypolls: Congress finalises 13 candidates

Tue, 01 May 2012 11:50:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: It was a hectic day for chief minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy and PCC president Botcha Satyanaryana in Delhi where they we..

Telangana: TRS, BJP tearing JAC asunder

Tue, 01 May 2012 11:42:00 +0530

While TRS wants to send BJP out, the saffron party is working hard to spread its roots in the region to become a force.

Rajiv Gandhi killing: SC to hear convicts' plea

Tue, 01 May 2012 11:18:59 +0530

In a breather of sorts for the killers of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi, the Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed their mercy plea case to be transferred outside Tamil Nadu.

Hyderabad: Demand doubles for PG engg courses

Tue, 01 May 2012 11:14:00 +0530

Bleak job scenario and better pay for teachers with higher qualifications drive demand for higher education.

Karnataka: Power bills go up from May 1

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:24:00 +0530

KERC increases tariff with immediate effect; 10 paise more per unit for domestic consumers.

Loitam involved in IPL brawl: Minister

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:03:00 +0530

Post mortem says that Richard Loitam died due to haemorrhage, but it is unclear if it was due to an accident or assault.

Chennai: New airport terminal gets thumbs up

Tue, 01 May 2012 08:17:00 +0530

The new Domestic Terminal-2 that is to be inaugurated in mid-June floored passengers during the first arrival trial.

Fishermen killing: Italian ship case adjourned

Tue, 01 May 2012 07:38:35 +0530

The Supreme Court on Tuesday adjourned the hearing on whether to release Italian ship Enrica Lexie from the Kochi port. The matter will be taken up for hearing on Wednesday.

Protests against Kudankulam to resume today

Tue, 01 May 2012 07:15:12 +0530

Anti-nuclear activists on Tuesday are set to resume their fast to protest against the controversial Kudankulam nuclear plant.

Bail to Jagan's associate in corruption case

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 07:56:09 +0530

A CBI court on Monday granted bail to Jagati Publications Pvt Ltd vice-chairman V Vijay Sai Reddy in the corruption case involving Kadapa MP, YS Jaganmohan Reddy.

Remand of Italian marines extended by a fortnight

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 06:07:15 +0530

The judicial remand of the two marines of Italian ship Enrica Lexie, charged with shooting dead two Indian fishermen off Kerala coast, was extended by 14 days by a court on Monday.

'Manipur boy fought with friend over an accident'

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 05:09:18 +0530

Giving details in the Richard Loitam case, the Bangalore Police has now said that the reason for the Manipur boy's fight with his friend was not a remote control, but a two-wheeler accident. The police also said that Richard was injured after the two-wheeler accident.

Will respond early on Telangana: Chidambaram

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:27 +0530

The Centre will respond as soon as possible on the demand for separate Telangana state, Home Minister P Chidambaram said on Monday.

First Look: Kamal Haasan's 'Vishwaroopam'

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:27:42 +0530

Kamal Haasan and Pooja Kumar play the lead roles in the much talked about Tamil film 'Vishwaroopam'.

First Look: Vijay in 'Thuppaki'

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:07:09 +0530

Directed by AR Murugadoss, the film is an action thriller centered around an encounter specialist.

Karnataka polls: Making Bangalore's grads vote

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:03:29 +0530

Karnataka capital Bangalore boasts of being home to over two million graduates and diploma holders, but still cuts a sorry figure as only a few thousand of them care to vote to elect a representative to advocate their interests in the state legislature.

Coconut plucking is monkey business in Kerala

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:32:22 +0530

Can a monkey do a man's job? Yes, when it comes to climbing tall coconut trees and plucking its fruits - a skill that has been hit by labour shortage, say the Kerala authorities.

Kozhikode: AI plane makes emergency landing

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:27:11 +0530

An Air India plane with 150 people on board was forced to make an emergency landing at the Kozhikode airport in Kerala after being hit by a bird. The AI-973 Kozhikode-Dubai flight made an emergency landing at the airport shortly after the mishap on Monday morning.

T'puram turns into a dumpyard

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:30:00 +0530

Bottles, plastic glasses, covers, paper plates, left-over foodstuff, packets of snacks were abandoned in the street.

Andhra: Jagan move jolts Babu

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:07:00 +0530

YSR Congress is trying to lure Kamma leaders whose affinity is for the TDP, to strengthen its base in certain districts...

Kerala seeks SIMI ban extension

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:48:00 +0530

The Kerala Government in its affidavit filed before the Special Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act Tribunal has requested the Centre to continue its ban on the Students Islamic Movement of India.

Hyderabad: Drive to catch 'idiots' on road

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:46:00 +0530

Traffic Police to launch a drive to ensure people dont overtake from left and put a full stop to stop line violations.

Enemies to repent soon: Yeddyurappa

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:42:00 +0530

Former chief minister B S Yeddyurappa on Sunday challenged his detractors within the party, warning that he would make them repent soon.

Chennai kids to reach for the stars at NASA

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:31:00 +0530

A batch of 750 students from four schools in the city are set to leave for the United States and Canada on a study-cum-pleasure tour for a fortnight from May 1 on what's already being lauded as a once in a lifetime opportunity as the kids are going to NASA, Orlando, to see what they have learnt and learn what they will see.

SC to decide on independent probe against BSY

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 07:35:30 +0530

It is a crucial day for former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa as the Supreme Court on Monday will decide whether to order an independent probe into allegations that the Lingayat leader's family received kickbacks from mining baron Praveen Chaddha.

Suspended Telangana MPs to boycott LS on Monday

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 11:16:18 +0530

Congress MPs from Telangana region, who were suspended from the Lok Sabha last week for disrupting the proceedings, have decided to boycott the House on Monday.

AIADMK govt neglecting school education: Karuna

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 07:43:03 +0530

DMK chief M Karunanidhi on Sunday accused the AIADMK government of neglecting school education, affecting the future of students.

B'lore: PM's close aide caught in land row

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 01:10:08 +0530

One of the close advisors of the Prime Minister, TKA Nair was caught in a land row on Sunday. A story that appeared in the Hindu newspaper on Sunday morning claimed that the BEML Employees' Co-operative Society allotted plots to TKA Nair's niece and friend in south Bangalore at throwaway prices.

Maharashtra, Karnataka topped cyber crime list

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 11:10:32 +0530

Maharashtra and Karnataka topped the list of cyber crimes registered in 2010 with 246 cases and 176 cases respectively, Communications and IT Minister Kapil Sibal said.

Chennai: Man killed for complaining about loud TV

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 10:44:27 +0530

A quarrel pertaining to turning down television volume between neighbours led to a murder at Pallikaranai on Friday. Police said Tarun (27), a van driver with a textile store at T Nagar was a tenant in a house at Kamakshi Nagar, Pallikarani.

Killed for a remote: North East students to protest

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 07:46:00 +0530

The students from the North East are planning to hold silent protests across the country on Sunday to demand justice for Richard Loitam, a student of an architectural institute in Bangalore, who died after a bitter fight with his friends over a TV remote while an IPL match was on.

Gowda takes dig at Sonia's visit to Karnataka mutt

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:33:26 +0530

Taking a dig at Congress President Sonia Gandhi visiting the Siddaganga mutt, Karnataka Chief Minister DV Sadananda Gowda on Saturday said there were accusations that BJP leaders court religious mutts but now Congress leaders also do the same.

TN: DMK man, 2 others held for human sacrifice

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:11:55 +0530

A DMK leader and two others have been arrested in Madurai in connection with an alleged case of human sacrifice of a five-year-old Dalit girl in January, 2011.

Telugu Review: 'Dammu' is high on action

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 06:25:03 +0530

The film is rich in production values and that is the prime reason for the film's enhanced quality quotient.

K'taka bypolls: Sonia shown black flags in Tumkur

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 01:12:57 +0530

Congress President Sonia Gandhi visited the Tumkur region in Karnataka on Saturday apparently in a bid to woo the Lingayat community ahead of the 2013 Assembly elections in the state.

Nithyananda 293rd pontiff of Madurai Aadheenam

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:49:00 +0530

The ancient Saivite mutt said the self-styled godman was lawful successor to deal with properties in India and abroad...

Illegal sale of sedatives rampant in Kerala

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:38:34 +0530

The recent haul of a large consignment of cough syrup from a wholesale drug store in Kozhikode sheds light on the illegal sale of such syrups and tablets as sedatives targeting the younger generation.

4 held for Old City communal riots

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 10:43:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: Four persons, who were allegedly involved in temple desecration at Kurmaguda in Madannapet police station limits which ..

Chennai: Midnight bid to rob bank fails

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 10:17:00 +0530

After a failed attempt to open the vault, the burglar left the building using the opening he had used to sneak in.

Chamarajanagar is not Pakistan, asserts DVS

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 10:17:00 +0530

Refutes charge that he avoided visit due to accursed place tag..

T'puram: NH widening to be poll issue

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:26:00 +0530

National Highway Action Council organised a mass agitation demanding the development of Karamana-Kaliyikkavila stretch.

Bangalore: A peek at the new Mayor's first day

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:08:00 +0530

It was a day of seeking blessings for the newly-elected Mayor D Venkatesha Murthy on Friday.

ISKCON battling fraud, conspiracy charges

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 08:43:10 +0530

The International Society for Krishna consciousness, better known as ISKCON, is in the throes of controversy. Members are battling a host of serious charges, the most recent ones includes fraud and criminal conspiracy.

Mangalore college bans burqa in class

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 08:22:44 +0530

In a decision that may trigger a controversy, a local college has banned girl students from wearing burqa in classes and while writing exams, but allowed them to wear the outfit in its campus.

Rice wagons jump off track, derail traffic

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 01:24:00 +0530

The derailment forced the railway authorities to suspend all trains services including the Electric Multiple Unit...

Anna University exams rescheduled

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:45:17 +0530

The exams scheduled for May 3, 4 and 5 have been moved to May 28, 29 and 30 respectively. Consequently, the exams scheduled to be held on May 28, 29 and 30 will now be held on June 7, 8 and 9, 2012 respectively.

T'puram Corporation launches cleaning drive

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:27:00 +0530

All the areas that were designated by the Corporation after December for burying garbage have hit the saturation point.

CBI agrees to give papers to Vijay Sai

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:25:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: The CBI finally relented in court Thursday and agreed to provide Jagan wealth case defendent access to crucial document..

Koodankulam plant may run by year-end

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:35:00 +0530

The second unit of the Koodankulam Nuclear Power Plant Project may become operational by year-end.

Bangalore: First citizens first offence?

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:20:00 +0530

BANGALORE: Newly-elected Mayor D Venkatesh Murthy inadvertently broke traffic rules on the very first day of assuming the office..

No dearth of candidates for AP bypolls: AICC

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:15:00 +0530

All-India Congress Committee (AICC) observer KB Krishnamurthy said that there was no truth in the reports that Congress leaders were not coming forward to contest the forthmcoming byelections to 18 Assembly seats and one Lok Sabha seat.

Exam Adalat to settle over 4,500 cases

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:12:00 +0530

Bangalore University VC says the judges order is going to be final and the hearings will be held every alternate day...

Karnataka: DVS faction to sign and stop BSY

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:34:00 +0530

A group of BJP MLAs have started a signature campaign to press for the early expansion of the chief ministers Cabinet...

VHP, Bajrang Dal men purify OU campus

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:04:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: Just when the dust seemed to have settled at the Osmania University following the controversial beef festival, the Vish..

Fishermen killing: Fishing boat owner to settle issue

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 06:10:00 +0530

After families of two fishermen shot dead by marines onboard 'Enrica Lexie' reached a compromise with Italian authorities, the owner of the boat in which the victims were out for fishing has also agreed to settle the case.

Vettai: Shahid plays the lead in Hindi remake

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 05:34:37 +0530

Shahid joined the project on condition that a reliable and sound Hindi dialogue writer be brought into the project.

Soul often goes missing in remakes: Mohanlal

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 02:02:17 +0530

At a time when South film remakes are popular in Hindi, Malayalam superstar Mohanlal feels that even if various elements are added to the content, the soul of the original is lost when it is re-produced in different languages several times.

Kerala open to setting up motor race track

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 01:57:49 +0530

The Kerala government can consider opening a motor racing track in the state if it helped pull in tourists, Tourism Minister A P Anil Kumar said ahead of his meeting with F1 driver Narain Karthikeyan on Thursday.

Grim pointer to what awaits T'puram in June

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:44:37 +0530

A few hours of summer rain showed what the real rainy season can do to the capital city the coming June.

BSY to shock BJP by meeting Pawar in May

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:24:00 +0530

Sources said the ex-Karnataka CM is planning to shock the BJP, which has not considered his request for a suitable post.

RTC to run battery buses in Hyderabad

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:51:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: Commuters get ready for a ride on pollution free battery-operated buses from China. The AP Road Transport Corporation (..

On road to beauty

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:31:00 +0530

In an attempt to beautify the city, BBMP is planning to install cement sculptures at six traffic signals in the city...

Stone laid for Pennycuick memorial

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:26:00 +0530

CHENNAI/THENI/VELLORE: Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for the memorial of the British engine..

Reopen Paritala case, Naidu tells CBI

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:22:00 +0530

There is evidence Jagan was the main force behind the reign of terror unleashed in AP by mafias, the TDP chief said.

Chennai: No pharmacy, internet at railway stations

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:19:00 +0530

Lack of these facilities is a blot on Central, Egmore stations which otherwise have many first of its kind initiatives.

Chennai airport relaxes '5 minute drop-off' rule

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:36:15 +0530

The Chennai airport administration has called for a partial roll-back of the 'exit-within-5-minutes-or-pay-up' rule that was introduced along with the new parking system at the airport on April 1.

B'lore: Student dies after fight over TV remote

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:18:48 +0530

There is a controversy over the death of a student from Manipur at Bangalore's Acharya Institute of Architecture on April 17. Richard Loitam died of a cerebral haemorrhage in his sleep hours after he got into a brawl with a fellow student over the remote control while watching an IPL match.

Simply South: First Kannada 3D film caught in controversy

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 05:30:09 +0530

Malayalam director Aashiq Abu's new film, '22 Female Kottayam', has received a good opening at the box-office.

Raghavendra's column: Remembering Dr Rajkumar

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:28:07 +0530

Dr Rajkumar was born on April 24, 1928 at Gajanur. Originally known as Muthuraju, the actor started his career as a theatre artist.

Jaya seeks entire power from Kudankulam

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 02:26:18 +0530

With the first unit of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant all set to commence power generation, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Wednesday demanded that the entire power produced from it be given to the state.

Panel submits Mullaperiyar Dam report to SC

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 02:03:27 +0530

Supreme Court-appointed Empowered Committee on the controversial Mullaperiyar Dam, over which Tamil Nadu and Kerala are at loggerheads, submitted its much-awaited report on various aspects of the structure on Wednesday.

T'puram police foil bid to infiltrate coast

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:31:00 +0530

The Triton security drills are performed to expose the chinks in the defence mechanism to thwart any sea-borne attack.

Kerala: 132 incest rape cases in last decade

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:56:42 +0530

Is Kerala the most incestuous society in the whole of South India? Yes, it seems if one were to go by the statistics which the Home Ministry has in its hands.

TN: Jayalalithaa's Rs 1,000 cr boost for policing

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:29:00 +0530

A week after condemning the continued reduction in Central funds for modernisation of the Tamil Nadu Police, Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Tuesday announced a number of measures to give a fillip to the force, including a package of Rs 1,000-crore to develop the department's infrastructure over the next four years, of which Rs 250 crore would be allocated this year.

All appointments are legal, says DVS

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:49:00 +0530

BANGALORE: After the Supreme Court upheld the appointment of Shankar Mahadev Bidari as state DGP&IGP, Chief Minister D V Sadan..

BangaloreOne on its toes

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:39:00 +0530

An e-governance initiative, where services like bill payments, ticket bookings can be done, is catching up in the city.

AP: HC stays registration of Emaar villas

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:35:00 +0530

HYDERABAD: A division bench of the AP High Court comprising Chief Justice Madan B Lokur and Justice P V Sanjay Kumar on Tuesday gr..

Cops fired in self defence at Velachery: Jaya

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:31:00 +0530

The Tamil Nadu CM said police retaliated to protect public and themselves as robbers continued to fire despite warning.

TN: 19,620 cops to be recruited soon

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:31:00 +0530

Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Tuesday announced that 19,620 new police personnel would be recruited in the next four years, to be posted in the 1,498 police stations functioning in Tamil Nadu.

Chennai airport relaxes 5 minute drop-off rule

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:28:00 +0530

With irate send-off parties flooding AAI with complaints, the administration called for a partial roll-back of the rule...

TN: Dad finds missing 4-year-old after four days

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:13:00 +0530

CHENNAI: The earnest endeavour of a father to trace his four-year-old son, who went missing from his home in Gummidipoondi on Apri..

Jayalalithaa charges UPA with neglecting TN

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:42:23 +0530

Taking a swipe at the Congress led UPA government at the Centre, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa on Tuesday charged it with neglecting the state, indicating that it was against her.

AP liquor scam: ex-IAS officer among 12 arrested

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:20:06 +0530

The anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested a retired District Collector and 11 others in connection with the liquor scam in Andhra Pradesh.

Karuna seeks Centre's help on Tamil Eelam issue

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 03:44:34 +0530

Claiming that political solution or devolution of powers to Tamil areas in Sri Lanka remained merely on paper, DMK chief M Karunanidhi on Tuesday made a fresh demand for a separate 'Eelam' (homeland) for Lankan Tamils and sought the Union Government's help on the issue.

Swine flu claims one more life in Tamil Nadu

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:57:51 +0530

A 55-year-old woman succumbed to swine flu at Government Rajaji Hospital in Madurai on Tuesday taking the A (H1N1) virus toll in Tamil Nadu to three this month.

Telangana storm in Parliament: Cong acts tough

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:39:11 +0530

The Telangana row hijacked the first day of the resumed Budget session of Parliament on Tuesday. In an unprecedented action, an angry Congress leadership suspended eight MPs from the region for four days for disrupting proceedings. The motion was carried by a voice vote after the members failed to go to their seats and continued to protest in the well of the house.

Will follow SC order on DGP: Karnataka Home Minister

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 06:14:33 +0530

Karnataka Home Minister R Ashok said that they will study SC order and then take a decision after consulting with AG.

Sameera Reddy: The highest paid Kannada actress

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:47:28 +0530

If the reports are to be believed then Sameera Reddy is the highest paid Kannada actress these days.

UPA govt neglecting Tamil Nadu, says Jaya

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:38:13 +0530

Taking a swipe at the Congress led UPA government at the Centre, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa on Tuesday charged it with neglecting the state, indicating that it was against her. "The Central government seems to think that Tamil Nadu should not be allowed to flourish as Jayalalithaa will grow into a major force if all her demands are met with," she said.

'Zanjeer' remake: Sunny Leone to do item number

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:32:12 +0530

Apporva Lakhia, the director of the 'Zanjeer' remake, is all set to shoot an item number on Sunny Leone.

Italy, killed fishermen's families sign deal

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 03:07:40 +0530

The Italian government has signed a compensation deal with the families of the two Kerala fishermen shot dead by marines on board Enrica Lexie. According to the deal the families of the two killed fishermen would be given Rs 1 crore each.

SC sets aside HC order against Karnataka DGP Bidari

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 02:43:57 +0530

On March 30, the Karnataka High Court had ordered for Shankar Bidari's sacking while comparing him to Hitler and Gaddafi in reference to his handling of tribals in the campaign against Veerappan.

8 MPs suspended for disrupting LS over Telangana

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 02:36:47 +0530

The Lok Sabha on Tuesday suspended eight Congress MPs for disrupting the House over the Telangana statehood issue. All the eight MPs belonged to the Telangana region of Andhra Pradesh. The decision to suspend the MPs was taken at a Congress core group meeting chaired by party President Sonia Gandhi after the Lok Sabha was adjourned as the MPs raised slogans and waved placards in the House, demanding the creation of Telangana state by dividing Andhra Pradesh.

Cong may suspend Telangana MPs for disrupting LS

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:16:37 +0530

The Congress is likely to suspend party MPs from Telangana who protested in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, demanding a separate state. Sources told CNN-IBN that the MPS from Telangana did not listen to Congress President Sonia Gandhi, Home Minister P Chidambaram and other senior leaders and continued to protest in the Lok Sabha.

Nandita Das returns to movies with a Tamil film

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:00:25 +0530

Nandita, who was last seen on silver screen in Onir's national award winning film 'I Am' (2011), will now feature in a untitled Tamil movie with director Seenu Ramaswamy.