Month: May 2026

Man held in Tambaram for sharing morphed photos of woman on Instagram, Telegram

May 26, 2026 admin

The Cyber Crime Wing of the Tambaram city police arrested a man for allegedly morphing a woman’s photographs into obscene images and circulating them through Instagram and Telegram for money. Police said the case was registered based on a complaint from a woman alleging that her photographs had been morphed obscenely and uploaded on Instagram…

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Four including history-sheeter held for stealing laptop and mobile phones

May 26, 2026 admin

The CMBT police have arrested four persons, including a history-sheeter, for allegedly assaulting and robbing a software engineer of his laptop and mobile phones near Arumbakkam. The accused were identified as Vignesh alias “Pallu” Vicky, 30, of Mangadu, Thirupathi, a college student, and his associates Gautham and Sanjay Kumar. The Police said the victim, Shyam…

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Commuters using MRTS demand trains every ten minutes during peak hours

May 26, 2026 admin

Pending issues in land transfer near Chennai Fort and track-sharing arrangements have also led to slow movement of trains between Fort and Beach stations. | Photo Credit: R. Ragu Suburban rail commuters travelling between the city’s northern and southern corridors have urged Southern Railway to increase the frequency of Mass Rapid Transit system (MRTS) trains…

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Interview | I should make a path on which people can walk and believe: Gurindervir

May 26, 2026 admin

When Gurindervir Singh warmed up on the tracks while listening to religious Punjabi vaar (war) songs, prior to the men’s 100m final of the Federation athletics meet at the Birsa Munda Stadium (Morabadi), his high energy level was unmistakable. The battle was two-fold for him. The Navyman wanted to get back the National record with…

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Doctors report rise in mild COVID-19 cases in Chennai

May 26, 2026 admin

Fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, giddiness, and lack of taste are some of the symptoms seen. | Photo Credit: File photo Doctors in Chennai are reporting a rise in mild COVID-19 infections in recent weeks and are urging people to follow basic precautions such as cough etiquette and hand hygiene. A number of doctors…

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Shahidi to lead Afghanistan in Test and ODI series against India

May 26, 2026 admin

Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi speaks during a press conference. File | Photo Credit: AP Left-handed batter Hashmatullah Shahidi was on Tuesday named captain of the Afghanistan squad, which will play a one-off Test and three ODIs against India from June 6 to June 20. While the ODI squad features top players including Rashid Khan, Rahmanullah…

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Shahidi to lead Afghanistan in Test and ODI series against India

May 26, 2026 admin

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Rowdy-sheeter jumps from building to evade arrest

May 26, 2026 admin

Nagaraj allegedly pushed the police personnel, obstructed them from discharging their duty, and attempted to flee from the spot. | Photo Credit: iStock A team from Bagalagunte Police Station sustained injuries while attempting to arrest a notorious rowdy-sheeter, who allegedly jumped from the first floor of an under-construction building in Soladevanahalli to evade arrest on…

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Turkish riot police use water cannons ahead of deposed Opposition leader’s speech to rally

May 26, 2026 admin

People take cover as Turkish riot police use water cannon to disperse protesters during a rally called by ousted opposition leader Ozgur Ozel, days after a court dismissed him from office, in Izmir on May 26, 2026. | Photo Credit: AFP Riot police in Turkiye used water cannons on Tuesday (May 26, 2026) to prevent…

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I never questioned my abilities: Indian-American golfer Manav after qualifying for U.S. Open

May 26, 2026 admin

Bigger things to follow: Manav says qualification for the U.S. Open could be a springboard for the future. Photo: Special Arrangement Indian-American golfer Manav Shah might just be enjoying his second wind. Eleven years after turning pro, Manav is set for his Major championship debut after sealing a spot at the U.S. Open in New York next month….

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