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Armstrong's brutal murder: How killers struck in disguise of food delivery agents in a case that shocked Chennai
Tamil Nadu BSP Chief Armstrong was tragically murdered near his home in Chennai. The attack, carried out by disguised assailants, resulted in his death. Police have arrested eight suspects with criminal records, ruling out political motives. Investigation ongoing to determine the motive behind the well-coordinated assault.
Star Health launches home healthcare initiative; to cover 50 cities & towns in phase one
Star Health's groundbreaking Home Health Care Service, led by Anand Roy, in partnership with Care24, Portea, and CallHealth, expands to 50 cities, ensuring affordable and prompt medical assistance. Dr U Hari Hara Sudan highlights the cost-effective treatment packages, while the company reports substantial financial growth in FY2024, with a gross written premium of Rs 15,254 crore and a net profit of Rs 845 crore.
New home supply falls 13 pc in Apr-Jun as builders launch fewer projs due to polls: PropEquity
PropEquity data shows that new housing supply in April-June is estimated to fall to 97,331 units across nine major cities as against 1,11,657 units in the year-ago period.
Tamil Nadu: Family trapped on first floor after landlord demolishes staircase
Tamil Nadu fire and rescue services were called to rescue a family trapped on the first floor of their home after their landlord demolished the staircase due to a dispute over rent payment. The landlord, Srinivasan, had already cut off the electricity, drinking water, and sewage lines to the property the previous week.
India to play five Tests, eight T20Is and three ODIs at home from September-February next year
India's senior men's team's schedule announced by BCCI includes five home Tests in World Test Championship calendar before facing Australia in a five-match series. They will play two Tests against Bangladesh, followed by a three-match series against New Zealand. Additionally, India will host eight T20Is and three ODIs, including a series against England in January-February. The home season starts on September 19, concluding with the Champions Trophy.
Sales of affordable homes fall 4% in Mumbai, Bengaluru and other top cities in Jan-Mar: PropEquity
Sales of affordable homes priced up to Rs 60 lakh each declined 4% in eight major cities to 61,121 units during January-March due to lower supply and higher demand for luxury apartments, as per PropEquity data.
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Sundaram Home Finance launches emerging business segment; Rs 300 cr target disbursal
Expecting it to be a growth driver for the company, Sundaram Home Finance Managing Director and CEO Lakshminarayanan Duraiswamy said he has plans to open around 20 branches in the Emerging Business segment in Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh and add another 200 employees.
Brigade Enterprises to invest Rs 8,000 cr in Chennai by 2030 to build homes, offices, malls, hotels
Brigade also announced the launch of a new project, 'Brigade Icon Residences', which is part of a mixed-use development located in the heart of Chennai's historic Mount Road. The GDV will be over Rs 1,800 crore. In Chennai, Brigade Group has already completed over 5 million square feet across residential, office, hospitality and retail real estate. Its flagship project, World Trade Center Chennai, is over 90 per cent leased.
Embassy REIT raises Rs 1200 crore debt to acquire prime commercial asset in Chennai
Embassy REIT secured a Rs 1200 crore debt from a nationalised bank to purchase a 5 mn sq ft commercial asset in Chennai, expanding into a new growth market. The acquisition was funded through debt at 8.05% and internal accruals. The property has a high occupancy rate and will enhance Embassy REIT's commercial portfolio significantly.
Five players to watch out for in Twenty20 World Cup
The Twenty20 World Cup kicks off with the United States facing Canada in Dallas on Saturday. The tournament features 20 teams and include associate nations along with T20 favorites. Star players to watch include Phil Salt of England, Jasprit Bumrah of India, Heinrich Klaasen of South Africa, Rachin Ravindra of New Zealand, and Nicholas Pooran of West Indies, each bringing unique strengths.
Sameera Group lines up Rs 500 cr for senior living
Real estate developer Sameera Group has earmarked ₹500 crore as investments over the next five years to set up 1,000 senior living homes across South India, the company said. For developing the senior living homes, city-based Sameera Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with Vedaanta Senior Living that aims to create high-quality senior living communities, a company release said on Sunday.
Affordable homes supply down 38%
New supply of affordable homes - priced up to ₹60 lakh each - declined 38% across eight major cities to 33,420 units during January-March this year, with builders focusing on developing luxury flats, according to PropEquity. Real estate data analytic firm PropEquity attributed the fall in new supply to sharp rise in land and construction costs, which has made development of affordable housing projects less profitable or unviable.
Former Australia cricketer Shane Watson picks KKR over SRH to lift IPL 2024 title
Former Australia cricketer Shane Watson predicts that the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) led-side has a slight advantage ahead of the Indian Premier League 2024 Final between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). KKR finished the league stage with nine wins, three losses, and two no results, giving them 20 points. SRH earned a direct spot in the final by defeating Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the qualifier one.
Pat Cummins reaches another final: Can he match MS Dhoni's legendary feat in IPL 2024 final?
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins is set to captain the Sunrisers Hyderabad in their maiden IPL final. Cummins, who recently led Australia to victory in the 2023 ODI World Cup, will aim to equal MS Dhoni's record of winning both the ODI World Cup and this tournament in a single cricket season. Dhoni has won five IPL titles with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 2010-11, 2018, 2021, and 2023 seasons, while Cummins has one IPL title to his name, winning in 2014 with the Knight Riders.
PM Modi is always 3X the next person, he is there for long time: BJP's K Annamalai
Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai has defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "3X" superiority in terms of fitness and mental attitude during the poll campaign. Annamalai compared Modi to younger rivals like Rahul Gandhi, stating that he is far superior in terms of fitness and mental attitude. He compared Modi's high number of rallies, travel, and interviews during the campaign to the high number of rallies, travel, and interviews he has been part of.
SRH big-hitters up against RR's spin stars in 'battle of nerves' for place in IPL final
Sunrisers Hyderabad face Rajasthan Royals in the IPL Qualifier. Power-hitters Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, and Heinrich Klaasen will challenge spin twins Chahal and Ashwin on different pitches.
'Earn Respect, develop emotional connect': MS Dhoni shares 5 leadership lessons to become good leader, not just manager
MS Dhoni, former Indian cricketer and CSK captain, shared leadership insights, emphasizing the importance of principles, adaptability, earning respect, emotional connection, leading by example, and learning from outcomes. He stressed that leaders should focus on the process rather than results, adapting quickly to changes, and maintaining an emotional bond, especially in the Indian context.
Nexus REIT in talks to buy Marina Mall in Chennai
Nexus Select Trust in talks to acquire The Marina Mall in Chennai, developing a diverse portfolio with Grade-A malls in Hyderabad. Plans to double assets to 20M sq ft in 5 years, reflecting India's retail growth and mall consumption surge.
RCB survives a scare to grab final IPL play-off berth with 27-win over CSK
Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad and now Royal Challengers Bengaluru have qualified for the playoffs. It has been a fantastic run for RCB, which has now won its sixth game in a row to make it to the last-four stage.
IPL: Stage set for epic face-off as RCB and CSK clash for final playoff berth amid rain threat
Royal Challengers Bangalore faces Chennai Super Kings in a pivotal IPL match for the last playoffs spot, with weather adding to the drama. CSK, with a better net run-rate, are favorites. RCB's resurgence led by Kohli faces a tough challenge. Both teams have key players in form, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter.
CSK humble RR by 5 wickets to brighten play-offs prospects
In a low-scoring match which had its share of drama with Ravindra Jadeja being given out for obstructing the field, CSK chased down a target of 142 with 10 balls to spare on a tricky surface.
South side story: Can attractive sops turn Chennai into a hub for GCCs?
Can a slew of attractive sops from the state government and a competitive workforce turn Chennai into a hub for GCCs, positioning the state as a healthy alternative to Bengaluru and Hyderabad? In addition to banks and automotive firms, manufacturing, pharma, tech and product companies in the fintech space are considering setting up GCCs in Chennai.
SRH and LSG: Here is the weather forecast for Hyderabad rain. What will happen in case of rain washout?
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are neck and neck with 12 points each from 11 matches, battling for a playoff spot. However, the impending clash at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium faces uncertainty due to heavy rainfall in Hyderabad. A potential washout could impact standings, with both teams eyeing a top-four finish. As fans eagerly await the outcome, weather unpredictability heightens playoff race suspense.
Dolly Khanna's Portfolio: 5 stocks rally 30-90% in 4 months!
The financial community on Dalal Street shows significant interest in the investment portfolios of renowned investors. ETMarkets conducted an analysis, examining Dolly Khanna's holdings as of the March quarter, which unveiled her ownership in around 19 stocks, each with a stake surpassing 1%. As of May 6, the collective value of these holdings amounts to around Rs 459 crore. Notably, nine stocks in her portfolio have yielded double digit returns in CY24 so far, and from the list we highlighted 5 stocks that gained 30-90% during the same time period. (Data Source: ACE Equity)
Janhvi Kapoor Chennai home on Airbnb: Location, price, pics, features, food
Bollywood actor Janhvi Kapoor, daughter of later superstar Sridevi, has opened up her family vacation home in Chennai for guests on Airbnb. Janhvi's home was bought by her late mother Sridevi and is all things luxurious. The Airbnb listing says that Janhvi will welcome two guests who will have access to the property, along with one bedroom and a bathroom. (Image: Airbnb)
Janhvi Kapoor's Chennai home now listed on Airbnb: Check out other celebs renting out their mansions
Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor's childhood home in Chennai, once owned by her late mother Sridevi, is now available for an exclusive stay on Airbnb's Icons category. Guests can immerse themselves in luxury, enjoy authentic South Indian cuisine, and experience personalized hospitality, making it a unique opportunity to step into the world of Bollywood glamour.
Candidates champion D Gukesh comes home to rousing welcome in Chennai
Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh, youngest challenger, returned from Toronto after winning Candidates Chess Tournament. Fans from Velammal Vidyalaya and police welcomed him. Gukesh set to challenge Ding Liren. Beat R Praggnanandhaa.
DRA Homes wins a bid for 1.06 acres in Chennai from the Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA)
DRA Homes signed a 99-year lease for a 1.06-acre plot in Egmore, Chennai, planning a Rs. 150 crores Grade-A office complex. Chennai's 2023 office market surged, with prominent companies acquiring IT office spaces.
Several Chennai schools receive bomb threats, students sent home; bomb squad reaches spot
Several private schools in Chennai received a bomb threat via email, causing panic among parents. The police are working to identify the sender and have deployed Bomb Detection and Disposal Squads to inspect the schools for any signs of sabotage. Students were escorted home as police conducted anti-sabotage checks after bomb threat emails were sent to several schools, including Chennai Public School in DAV Gopalapuram and St Mary’s School in Parrys.
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