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Director Vassishta: The audience can expect to see Chiranjeevi in an entertaining fantasy film like ‘Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari’

Director Vassishta opens up on his next film starring Chiranjeevi and says it will be a fantasy entertainer, steeped in visual effects, in which the superstar will play a mature character befitting his stature and age




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Watch | Jazzing up Chennai’s college canteens

From food courts to in-house apps - a look at how canteens in Chennai’s leading colleges have evolved




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Elaborate arrangements made for Ganesh idol immersion in Hyderabad: KCR




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Finally, no longer Mother India

What a relief now to watch mothers on screen trying not to paint a picture of maternal perfection




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‘Our goal was to bring intelligent conversations to Hyderabad’

Since 2005 Manthan as a platform succeeded in hosting 450 speakers in their monthly events, and about 65 speakers at the annual Samvaad




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Actor Vidyullekha Raman looks forward to her upcoming films

After completing 11 years in the industry with 75 films, Vidyullekha Raman says now is the best time for actors as the spotlight is on author-backed roles




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HPV and Pap Testing

A fact sheet that describes cervical cancer screening, which includes the Pap test and HPV testing. The fact sheet includes information about cervical cancer screening guidelines.




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Genetic Testing for Inherited Cancer Susceptibility Syndromes

A fact sheet about genetic testing for inherited cancer risk, including who should consider testing, how to understand test results, and who has access to a person’s test results. Also contains information about at-home, or direct-to-consumer, genetic tests.




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The locals of Parengtar, a village on India-Bhutan border, are reviving the ancient practice of Kholey Dai

The third edition of community-driven, zero-waste Kholey Dai Harvest and Music Festival in Kalimpong’s Parengtar village puts the spotlight on the region’s Rai people and their love for paddy fields, music and dance



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How Bloom In Green festival is attempting to spread the message of community and conscious living

Krishnagiri is set to host the fourth edition Bloom In Green festival from December 15 to 18




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Domestic air passenger traffic rise 9% in November

IndiGo remained the country's largest domestic carrier but its market share declined to 61.8% in November from 62.6% in October.




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American Airlines postpones launch of Seattle-Bengaluru flight

The airline says it is because this route requires flying through airspace currently involved in a military conflict




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Secret portals to local culture | Why LuxUnlock’s strategy with private villas is worth noting

A Chennai-based villa rental company’s strategy might well hold the key to growing regional tourism in 2024




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Run among the skies: Balloon Run Marathon highlights TNIBF 2024

In its ninth edition this year, the festival is expected to draw at least 40,000 visitors, indicating a shift in destination tourism




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Traversing through time: Exploring Coimbatore through a heritage walk

Discovering nuggets of Coimbatore’s history through the 16th year of the heritage walk by historian Rajesh Govindarajulu




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Birders in Visakhapatnam report a drop in number of species during the Asian Waterbird Census

Habitat destruction, poaching and landfills near water sources are some of major threats faced by wetlands and birds in and around it in Visakhapatnam




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The AlUla trump card | How Saudi Arabia is reopening the Incense Road

Immersive museums, historic digs and a heterogeneous workforce are helping pave the way as Saudi Arabia pivots from a carbon-based economy to a culture-focused one




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Spanish woman gang rape case: Crimes against foreigners in India rarely result in convictions | Data

Approximately, one in twenty rape cases in which victims are foreigners results in convictions




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Powered by powdery snow, Gulmarg is vying to become an international winter sports venue

Indian Olympic Association is working on an international certification for the Gulmarg slopes, which are covered by the powdery snow needed for professional skiing




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Explore healthy corals at Helengeli in the Maldives

The renovated OBLU NATURE at Helengeli in Maldives offers water villas and memorable dives to see coral reefs busy with banner fish, bluestripe snappers and the occasional black tip reef shark




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Holiday bookings up this summer vacation, with some impact from upcoming Lok Sabha elections

There is an increase of 30-40% in domestic travel, and 15% in international travel bookings




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What India’s Jewish buildings have to say

Jewish-origin architecture in the country appears to advocate a community-led way of life. What’s unique is that the restoration and adaptive reuse of synagogues, hospitals and houses is often funded by people of other faiths



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A suitcase full of clouds | Stocking up on chubitchi brew and smoked pork in Iewduh, Shillong

When a restaurant owner from Chennai made space in her suitcase for Khasi delicacies, smoked meats, and some local liquor




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Chasing a sunrise | When you are on vacation without a moment to relax

In an age of social media, bombarded by the glossy feed of travel bloggers, the fear of missing out is far more acute




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Aboard The World your residence changes every day

A peep into what it is like to live onboard the world’s largest privately-owned residential ship, home to about 150 families




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South Asia’s highest ‘land art’ festival set in Ladakh reflects on climate change

Art at an altitude of 3,500 metres? South Asia’s highest contemporary land art festival is back with its second edition in Ladakh with site-specific installations and sustainable sculptures



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Dutch building in Srikakulam drawing tourists in droves

The elegant structure, which was constructed 300 years ago on the banks of Nagavali river, is said to have served as a shelter for traders and others who used to visit the district for business purposes; a major portion of the building has however collapsed




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Karnataka to restart 3,800 bus routes suspended during COVID-19 pandemic

Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy says besides restarting bus routes, 10,000 trips will be added




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Disney Adventure cruise ship to set sail from Singapore in 2025

Disney Cruise Line’s new vessel Disney Adventure will house seven immersive experience zones inspired by Disney, Pixar, and Marvel worlds




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Scoot begins air services from Singapore to Malaysia’s Sibu

The company is operating three weekly flights with a maximum seating capacity of 112 passengers from the Asian financial hub to the city on Borneo Island




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Union Budget slashes Bengaluru Suburban Railway Project allocation by ₹100 crore

The Union Budget allocates ₹350 crore for the BSRP, down from last year’s allocation of ₹450 crore




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Ricky Kej’s anthem for Bengaluru airport captures the emotions of departures and homecomings

Ricky Kej’s BLR Airport Anthem, featuring fellow Grammy-winner Lonnie Park, tells stories of travel and connection




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Exploring the rise of sports tourism in India: The journey beyond the game

Indian sports tourism is surging, with many heading to the Paris Olympics for a blend of athletic thrills and cultural experiences




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Here’s why private flights are taking off in India like never before

Once the domain of politicians and Bollywood celebrities, private flights are catching the fancy of India’s ultra rich who prize their exclusivity and speed. How much will it cost you to hop aboard?



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An Indian stargazing guide: From Ladakh to Pench

TheAstro-tourismscene in India is rapidly expanding beyond the borders of Ladakh and Uttarakhand. Join us as we look up at the night sky in Pench, Nagaland and the Andamans




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On full throttle: Rider Anand Dharesan recalls his GS Trophy 2024 memories, his love for riding and more

Anand qualified for the international tournament on his first try competing in a riding event




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Intra-layout buses: A novel way to boost public transport in Bengaluru

The city’s HSR Layout has pioneered a unique feeder bus service with nearly 5,000 people using it every day. Can it be replicated elsewhere in the city?




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Parenting your parent on holiday

Temple visits and short wedding trips aren’t enough — people are now solo travelling with an ageing parent to reconnect and create memories. It is an elite trend that needs more takers, across the board




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Boney M, Akon and an exclusive Japan arena — Here’s why you should head to Shillong Cherry Blossom Music Festival

In its fourth edition, Shillong Cherry Blossom Music Festival brings icons like Boney M. and Akon on stage and ropes in Japan as its partner country




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Timing regulations on bursting firecrackers




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Three arrested for assaulting trader in Puducherry




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AIADMK flays Speaker for flouting parliamentary conventions and rules




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Transfer and posting of IAS officers




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L-G hails contribution of defence forces in maintaining peace in the country




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Puducherry District Court upholds eviction proceedings against Cercle de Pondicherry




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AIADMK demands setting up of CBI unit in Puducherry




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Attempts to regulate Auroville’s functioning are met with resistance and litigation, says Madras HC

Justice Anita Sumanth refuses to issue a writ of quo warranto against seven individuals representing the Working Committee of the Residents’ Assembly




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Police hold meeting with traders




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Electricity Department to disconnect power supply to 22 plastic-manufacturing units




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Judiciary has played a key role in ‘shaping and reshaping’ Indian society: Puducherry L-G

Speaking at the South India Conference (Puducherry) of the All India Advocate’s Federation in the Union Territory, the L-G said the judiciary is the cornerstone of India’s democracy.