Chennai: Madras high court has said that a stage has come where any proceedings can be conducted through video-conferencing (VC) mode. Therefore, trial courts can never refuse to conduct examination of witnesses through VC mode just because the case involves several documents or complex issues.Justice N Anand Venkatesh made the observation while allowing K Balasundaram,…
Chennai: City researchers have developed a database of chemicals used in aquaculture that could help researchers and regulators identify risks, improve monitoring and support chemical management.ReCAnt (Resource on Chemicals used in Aquaculture and their Ecotoxicity), developed at the Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc), in collaboration with the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR), brings together…
Chennai: Admissions to UG medical and allied health studies are underway, and courses are now commencing at govt medical colleges across the state, but still the post of director of medical education, who holds administrative control of all medical colleges, has been lying vacant since July 31.While officials say selection is in progress, doctors ‘…
Chennai: Residents seeking new water and sewer connections must apply and pay online, Metrowater has said.Applications can be registered on the Metrowater website, with supporting documents uploaded and digital payment. Officials will inspect and verify applications, which will be processed within 15 days. Field work for connections will start after approval, officials said.The move comes…
Low-pressure area over North Andaman sea Chennai: Rain activity is likely to continue in Chennai and neighbouring districts over the next few days, even as a low-pressure area has formed over the north Andaman Sea and neighbourhood on Saturday evening. The system is likely to move west-northwestwards and intensify into a depression over the east-central…
Chennai: Former chief minister and DMK president M K Stalin on Saturday launched a scathing attack on the TVK govt, accusing it of failing to maintain law and order, indulging in horse-trading and using reels and other distractions to divert public attention from governance issues.Addressing the DMK’s annual Mupperum Vizha at Anna Arivalayam, Stalin said,…
At SAI university convocation Chennai: “Life is a marathon race, not a sprint. It is about becoming better by the day, not overtaking others. There will be ups and downs. Don’t fear downs, and do not turn your confidence into arrogance. Enjoy the journey,” said Tata Sons reappointed chairman N Chandrasekaran, while delivering his convocation…
Chennai: Auto fare revision, a long-pending demand of more than three lakh auto drivers statewide, is likely to be delayed further as the transport commissionerate has convened another meeting to record consumer organisations’ representations. A consultation meeting would be held at transport commissionerate’s Guindy office on Sept 23. One representative from each consumer association can…
Chennai: City researchers have developed a database of chemicals used in aquaculture that could help researchers and regulators identify risks, improve monitoring and support chemical management.ReCAnt (Resource on Chemicals used in Aquaculture and their Ecotoxicity), developed at the Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc), in collaboration with the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR), brings together…
Chennai: Ten days after he was attacked with an iron rod during an argument at a house in Alapakkam, Jaisankar, 38, a welder, died of injuries at Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital on Friday. Peerkankaranai police altered the case to murder and arrested two accused. Further probe is on.Jaisankar, who lived at West Tambaram, befriended…
