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Why Almost Every Ginger Cat Is Male and Every Calico Is Female: Coat Colour Genetics Explained

The gene that decides orange is on the X chromosomeThe orange coat colour in cats is controlled by a gene called O (for orange), located on the X chromosome. This gene determines whether a cat produces orange-red pigment (phaeomelanin) or black-brown pigment (eumelanin). Because it sits on the X chromosome…

Times Life · Sep 28

Remove 43 TASMAC liquor shops near railway stations & tracks: Railway flags drinking, trespassing and safety risks across Tamil Nadu

Southern Railway has asked the Tamil Nadu government to relocate 43 TASMAC liquor outlets near railway stations and tracks in Chennai and neighbouring districts, citing safety concerns, trespassing deaths, accidents and passenger complaints. The railway has flagged issues including people entering railway premises, track crossings, disturbances and littering, while TASMAC…

The Economic Times · Sep 27

From granite pioneer to POCSO accused: The unravelling of mining baron R Veeramani

“R Veeramani is senior-most exporter of granite in India, he is having offices in 86 countries… he’s a top-most businessman… one of the finest gentlemen supporting this movement (sic).”

Newslaundry · Sep 26

NUS deepens engagement with industry, government and academia in Tamil Nadu

NUS conducted several initiatives in Chennai to strengthen its relationship with Tamil Nadu and India. An Industry Networking Session facilitated dialogue between senior representatives from NUS and the Tamil Nadu Government. The signing of a three-year MOU with Guidance Tamil Nadu aims to enhance postgraduate education and collaborations. Furthermore, the…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

Frozen Shoulder in Diabetics: 8 Facts Every Indian Patient Should Know Before It Worsens

The diabetes-frozen shoulder link is biochemical, not coincidentalPersistently high blood glucose causes glucose molecules to bind to collagen fibres in a process called glycation. The shoulder joint capsule is dense with collagen, and once that tissue thickens and contracts, the result is adhesive capsulitis, the clinical name for frozen shoulder.…

Times Life · Sep 24

Gold and silver rate today (September 23, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k, 18k gold jewellery prices from IBJA, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Tanishq

Let’s have a look at the latest 22k gold rates at Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Tanishq in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Trivandrum and Bengaluru. Also see the updated indicative rates of 24k, 22k, 20k, 18k and 14k gold and 999-purity silver at the IBJA today.

The Economic Times · Sep 23

India’s new plan for fastest bullet train: By 2030, India eyes 350 kmph B35 after B28 prototypes begin trials in 2027

India’s new plan for fastest bullet train: India is developing its own high-speed bullet trains, with the B35 planned to achieve a design speed of 350 kmph by 2030. The programme follows the B28, India's first indigenous high-speed train, which is expected to begin trials in 2027 with a design…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Gold rate today (September 22, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Tanishq & IBJA in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad & more cities

Gold rate today: Let’s have a look at the latest 22k gold rates at Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Tanishq in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Trivandrum and Bengaluru. Also see the updated indicative rates of 24k, 22k, 20k, 18k and 14k gold and 999-purity silver at…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

ET Business Growth Summit Chennai: Innovation and R&D key to unlocking MSME potential

The ET Business Growth Summit in Chennai saw industry leaders emphasising stronger collaboration among businesses, policymakers, and institutions to realise the region’s true potential.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

India, Chile working towards CEPA, top official says

India and Chile are pursuing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to enhance trade. Bilateral trade between the two nations surpassed five point six billion dollars in 2025. Tamil Nadu offers significant collaboration opportunities for Chilean businesses and institutions. Honorary Consul Sunita Shahaney's twenty-seven years of service were recognized at the…

The Economic Times · Sep 22