NEWS AT A GLANCE
It is Chennais 378th birthday today (22nd August)
Today (Monday, 22nd August) is the 378th birthday of the Tamil Nadu States capital, Chennai. The city of Chennai was founded on 22nd August 1639. Later, the name of the city was changed as Madras.Presently, it is named Chennai.
Posted On :22/Aug/2016 2:55:30 PM
Facility to download invitation letter for writing selection test by Electricity Board
It has been announced that the invitation letters to write the selection tests for various posts in Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TANGEDCO) can be downloaded online from the internet.The direct written test for appointments for the posts of Junior Assistant (Accounts), Tester, Field Assistants (Training), Shorthand Stenographer,
Posted On :22/Aug/2016 2:33:33 PM
New Samsung Z2 may launch tomorrow
Reports say that Samsung may bring out a new smart phone, the Samsung Z2, that will run on Teen OS. The new device is all set to come out on August 23, say reports.Media has received invites to an undisclosed event on August 23 in India where it is expected to launch the Samsung Z2.
Posted On :22/Aug/2016 2:27:45 PM
Southwest Monsoon normal this year
It was initially forecasted that there will be above normal rainfall during the south west monsoon,Now it is mentioned that the Southwest Monsoon will be normal this year. South West Monsoon was delayed by a week and it commenced on 8th June.
Posted On :22/Aug/2016 12:50:18 PM
First exclusive vaccine for leprosy
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda said vaccine for leprosy that was developed at home will be launched in September, during which 163 districts 20 states including Erode district in Tamil Nadu, one of the hot spot for leprosy in the country, will be covered.
Posted On :22/Aug/2016 12:12:31 PM
Flash your ID Card to buy TNSTC daily pass
The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) offers daily passes for commuters. These passes are priced at Rs. 50 for any number of cash-free trips in any government town bus for a day.
Posted On :22/Aug/2016 12:00:14 PM
TNPSC Group 2 services examination held
9,860 candidates attended the TNPSC Group 2 services main examination. 20 percent of the candidates did not turn up for the examination. Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has been entrusted with the work of the filling up the vacancies of the various government departments.
Posted On :22/Aug/2016 11:54:28 AM
Chennai event - Organic & Ayurveda Expo 2016 (16th Dec)
An exhibition Organic & Ayurveda Expo 2016 - Chennai will be held at Chennai Trade Centre in the month of December 2016.
Posted On :22/Aug/2016 11:28:54 AM
4000 people jobless as Askme.com shuts down
E commerce company Askme.com has closed its doors. 4000 employees have been rendered jobless as a result.In an internal mail, a senior executive has said, We direct senior staff to take certain steps to ensure prevention of further liabilities given the company�s current financial situation.
Posted On :22/Aug/2016 11:16:19 AM
BSNL introduces Experience LL 49 Landline plan
State run Telecom Company Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) introduced lowest price Landline FMC plan offering Unlimited Free night calling for new Landline connections at Rs.49
Posted On :22/Aug/2016 11:12:18 AM
