The two balance sheets behind every e-waste decision
The economics of e-waste demand decisions beyond immediate cost savings
E-waste collection faces gaps as government sets sights on recycling for precious metals
Even as the Union government has introduced schemes to increase recycling of rare earth elements and precious metals in electronics, experts cite steep hurdles in formalisation and implementation
Aided school HM from Madurai suspended over administrative inefficiency
District Entomologist posts remain vacant in over 40 Health Unit Districts
District Entomologists play a critical role in vector-borne disease control. The Tamil Nadu Public Health Entomologists Association says the existing vacancies may adversely impact planning and monitoring of dengue control activities
Five held for abducting man, extorting 25,000 through GPay in Palavanthangal
People in Chennai are just kinder than anywhere else, says T.N. Commissioner of Land Reforms
Har Sahay Meena is Commissioner of Land Reforms, Government of Tamil Nadu
Key accused in Somangalam ATM burglary nabbed in Jaipur
Nepal floods kill at least 800, civilian deaths in Manipur and more: The week in 5 charts
Last week, devastating floods in Nepal triggered due to a glacial melt killed at least 800, violence flared up in Manipur again, killing four. A fire in a hospital ICU in Maharashtra killed three babies and the CJP announced a second protest march. Here are graphics explaining these and other key stories from last week.
BJP launches 10-day padayatra against corruption in Congress govt.
Vijayendra predicts resignation of another senior Minister in the coming days; BJP broadbases protest to take on government over alleged corruption, diversion of SCSP/TSP funds and failure to adequately address drought
LiDAR survey to look for Lakkundis hidden monuments
MoU was signed on August 27 for use of LiDAR surveys, GIS Mapping, Remote Sensing, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and other technologies to help locate structures that may have been concealed by vegetation overgrowth
Delhi government to sell onions at 35 a kg amid surge in prices
Karnataka has again urged the Centre to provide immediate clearance to various pending irrigation and drinking water projects, including the Mekedatu balancing reservoir project
Congress will form counter-strategy to politically tackle BJPs padayatra: Karnataka Chief Minister
The chief minister describes BJPs padayatra as a politica. ploy to divert public attention from its own in internal differences
Delhi Cabinet clears free rooftop solar systems for households using up to 400 units
Woman chopped into pieces identified in Salem
Nun and educationist Sr. Albertine dies at 94
Residents to hold public consultations in 9 north Chennai Assembly constituencies
The meetings to discuss civic issues and infrastructure projects will be held in R.K. Nagar, Madhavaram, Tiruvottiyur, Ambattur, Kolathur, Thiru. Vi. Ka. Nagar, Royapuram, Madavaram, and Avadi
Train punctuality, operational safety top SCoR review meet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address SRCC students on September 5, focus on youth aspirations
Delhi High Courtrejects pleaalleging exclusion of homeless from electoral rolls during SIR
Balyaspandanam to be rolled out for Anganwadi children in Keralam
Balyaspandanam will be jointly implemented by the Women and Child Development department and the Health and Family Welfare department as part of the governments 100-day programme
HC stays single judge order stalling Kalyana Lakshmi, Shaadi Mubarak schemes
Lam Research Corporation, a U.S.-based semiconductor manufacturing equipment and solutions firm, said that as part of the companys corporate social responsibility initiative, it would launch Lam Research Skill Development Programme
Trinamool worker tortured in custody over signboard dispute, says Abhishek Banerjee
Abhishek Banerjee said the BJP government in West Bengal was living in a pools paradise by attempting to crush the Trinamool; he said that people have the final say in a democracy
KNRUHS reopens MBBS, BDS management quota registration for 2026-27
A.Ps. new building approval system aims to reduce corruption, delays: Palla
Vizag slum redevelopment: residential complex planned for 177 families in Velampeta
Each family to get a 410 sft flat free of cost; rental assistance of 3,000 per month to be provided until completion of the houses
Delhi High Court questions police over failure to arrest key accused in child trafficking case
CPI(M) seeks permanent solution to Visakhapatnam water shortage
Woman drowns twin daughters, attempts to kill self
Mansoor Ali Khans Mahadevapura voter-roll complaint forwarded to ECI
BJP protests exclusion of Kalaburagi from drought-hit list
Declare drought within eight days or face Kalaburagi bandh
Undertrial escapes; Two constables suspended
Congress protests FIR against Rahul Gandhi over purification ritual remarks
Centre releases more onion from buffer to ease prices
Union government reduces stock holding limit for dealers to ensure adequate availability of sugar in domestic market and to prevent hoarding and speculative trading
U.S. military strikes Iran after attempted attacks on shipping in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. and Iran have been engaged in an intermittent war for more than six months, with the recent lull in fighting lasting a month
BJP targetting Rahul Gandhi, says M.B. Patil
Watch: DYFI-SFI rally in Chennai marks S. Anithas death anniversary, seeks NEET exemption for TN
DYFI-SFI held rallies and public meetings across Tamil Nadu on S. Anithas death anniversary, demanding NEET exemption for the State and higher reservation for government school students.
Armed gang kills construction worker; six held by Virudhunagar district police
Fire in cracker shop, huge stocks lost in accident
No role in Malayasias planned repatriation of Myanmar refugees, says UNHCR
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had earlier said Myanmar had agreed to repatriate 5,000 Rohingya, amid rising tensions over the refugees within local communities in Malaysia
Madurai Corporation launches collection of segregated waste in four types from houses
Watch: Air India 171 crash report in final stages, to be released soon: Civil Aviation Minister
DYFI-SFI held rallies and public meetings across Tamil Nadu on S. Anithas death anniversary, demanding NEET exemption for the State and higher reservation for government school students.
China warns of 'consequences' for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summit
Powerful nations interested in the Pacific have raced in recent years to shore up alliances among its leaders, intensifying a contest for influence between China and the U.S., Taiwan and forum members Australia and New Zealand
Residents seek replacement of defunct drinking water supply valves causing profuse leakage
FQL app scam: Agent ends life, kin blame it on depositors
Around 26% of government school teachers use AI regularly and 72% feel positive about it: Report
Three get life imprisonment in murder case
Take steps to establish animal crematoria: Minister directs GBA
Revision of auto fares being reviewed
Traffic advisory issued ahead of Congress protest at Freedom Park on September 2
Supreme Court to hear bail plea of Bhima Koregaon accused Surendra Gadling on October 14
The present bail plea arises from the 2016 Surjagarh arson case, in which several vehicles transporting iron ore from Surjagarh mines in Maharashtras Gadchiroli district were allegedly set ablaze by persons associated with the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist)
New foundation proposed to boost heritage conservation across Karnataka through adoption
Delhi HC issues notice on plea seeking policy for women athletes returning after maternity
The petition by wrestler Vinesh Phogat seeks a framework to facilitate the return of women athletes to competitive sports after pregnancy and maternity leave
Over 2,000 participate in SRMISTs run for environmental harmony
It was held as part of Aaruush 26, the varsitys national-level TechnoManagement Fest
SCO Summit: Pakistan PM Sharif says water must never be weaponised
As chair of the SCO Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure, Pakistan has worked actively to strengthen regional counter-terrorism cooperation, he said
Attempts made to create enmity between Christians, Muslims in past five years, claims Satheesan
Satheesan credits IUML chief Sadiqali Shihab Thangal with resisting attempts to create a rift between communities in the State
Beed mother runs to win prize money for daughters education
Ramabai Ranveer is the sole breadwinner of the family, and works as a domestic cook to support her two daughters
Women dominate voter deletions in five Old City constituencies in Hyderabad: report
Booth in Yakutpura constituency names of 535 women electors were deleted of which 527 were those not listed as ASDD
Team representing India wins 9 medals at 19th International Earth Science Olympiad in Italy
A special achievement of the Indian team was the performance of Soumik Mandal, where he achieved the third-highest individual rank in the 19-year history of the Olympiad
Germany says Russia responsible for drone attack at Leipzig airport
We assume that Germany is the target of further hybrid attacks by Russia, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said in a statement to the media.
Beyond MBA Entrance Exams: How ICFAI Business School's Case-Based Learning Prepares Students for Real-World Business Challenges
Christian leader slams Vijaysai Reddys remarks on forced conversions
The Hindu Property Expo 2026 to be held on September 5, 6
The expo willbring together leading real estate developers, builders, property consultants, financial institutions, and prospective buyers under one roof
CID questions alleged beneficiaries of KPSC recruitment scam
CID officials suspect that Kannale was also involved in other recruitment exams as well, which will be probed later
SC quashes all FIRs against CJP protesters; Sept 5 march called off
New Delhi, Sep 1: The Supreme Court on Tuesday quashed all FIRs registered against students who participated in the Cockroach Janta Party-led protests across the country between July 20 and 25, prompting the group to call off its September 5 march in the national capital. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant [] The post SC quashes all FIRs against CJP protesters; Sept 5 march called off first appeared on Highland Post .
Migrant worker held for harassing minor girl
Centre agrees to provide 67 crore for development of fishing harbour at Mahe
Phase 1 of Census 2027 completed in TN; officials on to preparing District Census Handbook
Temporary halt at Hi-Tech City station for four trains to meet festival rush
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Two agents arrested in Sivaganga for multi-crore online investment app scam
YTPS gets first coal rake from Naini
Kharge terms Modi's GDP video 'PR exercise'; Congress flags inflation, unemployment
Opposition party questions methodology behind the latest GDP figures, with Jairam Ramesh alleging that 'statistical gymnastics concealed the underlying weakness of the economy
MSME associations welcome T.N. govt announcements for the sector
Palaniswami supports live relay of Assembly proceedings, calls out ministers for inadequate replies
Revanth meets Venugopal amid talk of disciplinary action against Surekha, Chinna Reddy
Govt. revisiting guarantee schemes to ensure the deserving get benefits, says CM
Lighting up the past: How projection mapping is recasting Mumbais heritage
Inspired by light-and-sound spectacles in the West, a projection-mapping show at Mumbais Afghan Church sought to transform how residents experience the citys historic landmarks.
Wife, minor son, and accomplice allegedly murder man in Salem
Restore PDOs power to issue 9/11A, 11B forms, says MLC
Two DANSAF officers rammed into by suspected drug smugglers in Keralam capital
The officers were travelling on a motorcycle when a car allegedly rammed into them, causing them to fall
Delhi High Court seeks Centre, FSSAIs response to plea against ban on Fortune soyabean refined oil
The company has challenged FSSAIs action on two claims made on the packaging of the product: 100% Veg and Cholesterol Free For Healthy Lifestyle
NAARM must focus on developing leaders, says former D-G of ICAR
New industrial parks to spur MSME growth, Minister tells T.N. Assembly
The Minister also says a new comprehensive MSME policy will be formulated focusing on encouraging investments and entrepreneurship, technology upgrading, Industry 4.0 adoption, automation, and Artificial Intelligence
Pala MLA Mani C. Kappan sentenced to one year in jail in cheque case
Additional Metropolitan Magistrates Court in Borivali, Mumbai, directs him to pay 1.20 crore as compensation in a case related to an alleged financial fraud involving shares in the Kannur International Airport
Thiruvananthapuram Zoo revenue collection during Onam up from last year
In the six days from August 25 to 30, the total revenue collection for the zoo and museums was 29.97 lakh, over 7 lakh more than the revenue collection of 22.53 lakh during the Onam period from September 3 to 9 last year
DYFI takes out march to DGP office in Thiruvananthapuram
