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Anakapalli’s Nookalamma temple to be remodelled like Madurai’s Meenakshi temple

Nookambika temple in Anakapalli to be remodelled like Meenakshi temple in Madurai. Rs. 6.55 cr project to expand Garbhaalayam & Antharaalayam, use black stone for longer lifespan. Devotees from AP & Odisha visit for month-long Jatara. Redevelopment to preserve ancient glory & cater to increasing crowd.

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

‘If only the city could become quieter’

Latha Menon's fondest memories of Madras are at the Central Railway Station, where her father was posted and she spent much of her childhood. She loves the sunrises, fragrances, filter coffee, jasmine, flower bazaar, and vadai. Madras is a mix of old and new, culture and modernity, tech and simplicity.…

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

Morning Digest | Neeraj Chopra wins India’s first gold at World Championships in javelin; Amit Shah urges police to adopt soft stance on tribal, student unrest; and more

Read a daily selection of top stories from across India and the world by The Hindu to start your day

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

Soon, consumers will have to pay first and then use power in Andhra Pradesh

The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Department is rolling out a smart and prepaid metering system for all consumers as part of the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), a Central Government-sponsored initiative. The Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Corporation Ltd. (APCPDCL) told The Hindu that the deployment of prepaid meters would follow…

The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023

May 3 violence was likely pre-planned: Manipur CM Biren Singh

In an interview with The Hindu, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said that he has spoken to the Meitei civil society groups and will ensure that Kuki-Zo MLAs are not harmed. The tribal MLAs are likely to skip the Assembly Session due to security concerns.

The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023

BRICS now a non-western grouping with the induction of six more member nations

BRICS expands to 11 members, strengthening its position as a global grouping. New members from Middle East, Africa, South America chosen, sending message of multipolarity. India took lead in drafting criteria, most new members strategic partners. Expansion sends message against US sanctions, energy players join. BRICS now a recognised global…

The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023

Fear grips Nuh despite administration denying permission for VHP yatra

Residents of Nuh fear a repeat of violence with VHP planning to resume its yatra on Aug 28, despite admin denying permission. Migrant workers & residents are anxious, packing bags & leaving for their villages in case of any violence. They are struggling to resume daily lives.

The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023

Years of data goes missing from Union government’s RTI portal

Right to Information activists notice that records of previous applications have disappeared in the hundreds from the RTIOnline portal. The Hindu viewed and verified samples of applications from two RTI activists, one of whom has had their entire account purged of information from before 2022.

The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023

Tamil Nadu’s turbulent relationship with professional course entrance tests

Tamil Nadu’s turbulent relationship with professional course entrance tests

The Hindu · Aug 22, 2023

Festival of Chennai: T.N. CM Stalin releases three publications from The Hindu, visits archival photo exhibition, at Ripon Building

On Chennai's 384th b'day, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin released 3 books & inaugurated an archival photo exhibition at the Ripon Building. Nirmala Lakshman, Chairperson of The Hindu Group, said the celebrations were about the city's journey from Madras to Chennai. 3 books: Epic Saga of the Cholas, Tamil Nadu In…

The Hindu · Aug 22, 2023