2023

CHENNAI: From now on, domestic electricity consumers who exceed their sanctioned load of power three times within 12 months will have to pay additional development charges and security deposit to the Tangedco. An amendment to Tamil Nadu Electricity Supply Code providing for the additional charges has been gazetted already.For example, if the power load of a household is 8kW, and if it exceeds the load...

NEW DELHI: Delhi Metro has increased the operational speed of Metro trains on the Airport Express Line to 120 kmph starting Sunday, officials said. The total journey from New Delhi station to newly-built Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25 station will take about 21 minutes, they said. "Prime Minister Narendra Moditook a metro ride to reach the new station at Dwarka Sector-25.The train he travelled in moved at...

MUMBAI: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has arrested a Nigerian national from New Delhi in connection with the seizure of cocaine in Mumbai two months ago, an official said on Sunday. The accused, who is allegedly the mastermind of a drug syndicate, was brought to Mumbai on Saturday and produced in court, he said. The DRI had seized 500 gm of cocaine from a courier terminal in June and...

Nestled on the western coast of India, the picturesque state of Goa is renowned for its sun-kissed beaches, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural heritage. Among the many cultural treasures that Goa boasts, the Kunbi sari stands out as a testament to the state's artistic legacy. This distinctive sari, with its intricate design and deep-rooted history, holds a special place in the hearts of Goans and...

SINGAPORE: An Indian-origin lawyer, who has already been suspended from practising in connection with some other case, has been charged for four different offences under law by the State Courts for allegedly slapping a woman on her cheek at a Hindu temple here. Ravi Madasamy, who is also known as M Ravi, faced one charge for voluntarily causing hurt, one for disorderly behaviour in public and two under...

NEW DELHI: Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district have entered the fifth day of their operation to root out terrorists from the Gadole forest area. Their unwavering determination is evident as they escalate their efforts to neutralize those responsible for recent attacks.Mortar Shells Target Hideouts:Sunday morning saw a renewed assault with several mortar shells fired towards the...

THANE: sentatA cyberfraudster has been booked for allegedly draining Rs 7.7 lakh from the account of a 29-year-old banker after luring him in a part time job of ‘promoting and subscribing YouTube videos’. The police said the victim, a resident of Budhaji Nagar, was lured by a woman who had sent him a message about a part time job on WhatsApp. The scamster told him that she is from a ‘private...

KOLKATA: The proposal for a modification of base unit area value under the Unit Area Assessment (UAA) system was passed in the Kolkata Municipal Corporation House on Saturday. It paved the way for a hike in the property tax rates of residential buildings and flats across the city. Under the UAA system it is the base unit area value that primarily determines the tax on a property. Though there are other...

CHENNAI: The city and its suburbs received heavy rain accompanied by sudden strong gusts on Saturday evening. Weathermen said the intensity of rainfall may increase in the coming days.IMD has forecast light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning over some areas of the city and the suburbs for the next two days. Bloggers said Saturday's rain spell could repeat again on Sunday evening. On...

NEW DELHI: Traffic may be affected in some areas on Sunday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate India International Convention and Expo Centre (IICEC) in Dwarka. Delhi Traffic Police issued an official advisory on Saturday listing a series of traffic regulations and diversions in the city.The route from NH-48 to Nirmal Dham Nala (UER-II) will be significantly impacted throughout...