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DMK begins its hunger strike protest in Trichy over ruckus that took place in Tamil Nadu Assembly. (Photo: ANI Twitter)

TN trust vote: DMK leaders, led by Stalin, go on statewide hunger...

Stalin earlier went on a hunger strike at Marina beach on Sunday to protest the Palanisamy trust vote, but was arrested.

22 Feb 2017 9:29 AM IST

The disbursement of the compensation amount to the family members of the deceased had begun a day after the accident following identification of the bodies, Railways said. (Photo: PTI)

PMO upset over 'poor performance' of Rail Min, shoots off angry letter

Apart from concern over railway safety in the light of recent accidents, the letter focuses on missed targets and lack...

22 Feb 2017 9:12 AM IST

Naveen and others were playing volleyball when around 5.30 pm a gang of about 10-12 came on bikes to the ground and stabbed Naveen before fleeing the spot. (Representational image)

Woman from Kerala stabbed in Kuwait, MEA seeks report

'I asked for an immediate report and we have complete details of the unfortunate incident,' said External Affairs...

22 Feb 2017 8:39 AM IST

US President Donald Trump (Photo: AP)

Trump a businessman, wants to strike deals with India: US delegation

The proposed overhaul of popular H-1B visa regime by the Trump administration has raised concerns among Indian IT firms.

22 Feb 2017 8:33 AM IST

We believe that US long-term interests are best served by supporting Pakistans efforts to combat violent extremism and build a more stable, tolerant, democratic society, State Department said. (Photo: Representational Image)

Can't declare Pak a terror state, have to maintain diplomatic ties:...

The government will oppose a Private Members' Bill introduced in the RS seeking to declare Pakistan a terror state.

22 Feb 2017 8:23 AM IST

External affairs minister Sushma Swaraj

Andhra doctor abducted by ISIS in Libya rescued: Sushma Swaraj

Swaraj said Dr Ramamurthy Kosanam, who was abducted 18 months ago, had sustained a bullet injury.

22 Feb 2017 8:16 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao

Don't malign KCR, minister tells Congress

Mahender Reddy alleged Congress leaders were indulging in double talk and double standards.

22 Feb 2017 6:45 AM IST

Sanitation is a big issue in India. (Representational Image)

Policy working towards faecal sludge treatment

High population density can work in favour, say experts.

22 Feb 2017 6:44 AM IST

Actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan

Pawan Kalyan fails to draw crowds

It's not party's meet, says Jana Sena.

22 Feb 2017 6:41 AM IST

The urge to crack the UPSC exam or other competitive tests is making students think of New Delhi. (Representational image)

210 candidates from TN clear UPSC main exam

The commission had notified 1,174 vacancies in various posts including that of IAS, IPS, IFS and other central services.

22 Feb 2017 6:39 AM IST

N. Chandrababu Naidu wants Nellore district to be ready and able to withstand natures fury.

Andhra Pradesh: Budget session from March 6

The CM indicated that the government would continue to prioritise the convergence of funds in this year's budget

22 Feb 2017 6:39 AM IST

Mayor Koneru Sridhar takes a break from the Council proceedings by attending a phone call in Vijayawada on Tuesday. deccan chronicle

VMC bows to traders' pressure, lowers rent

Truce to end dispute with Vastralata tenants: Council.

22 Feb 2017 6:34 AM IST