NEWS AT A GLANCE
Vegetable oils import up 24 percent in December
Imports of vegetable oils (comprising edible and non- edible oils) stood at 11.39 lakh tonnes in December 2014. Edible oils import rose to 14.07 lakh tonnes in December last year from 11.23 lakh tonnes in December 2014.
Posted On :19/Jan/2016 10:28:18 AM
Sri Jagannath Ratha Yathira 2016
The Annual Jagannath Rath Yatra was held today (14th January, 2016, Thursday) under the auspices of International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), Chennai.
Posted On :19/Jan/2016 10:26:07 AM
Thai Krithigai to be celebrated in a fervent way today
Thai Krithigai is one of very important Hindu festival celebrated mostly in Tamil Nadu.
Posted On :19/Jan/2016 10:21:36 AM
Thousands of devotees at Tirupathi wait for 10 hours for Darshan of the Lord
With 3 successive holidays declared on the occasion of Pongal Festival, the crowd level of the devotees in Tirupathi was much larger than the usual level.
Posted On :19/Jan/2016 10:16:25 AM
Changes in JEE: New examination format for joining IIT
Currently, students aspiring to join IIT & NIT are selected by appearing for JEE (Joint Entrance Examination).
Posted On :19/Jan/2016 10:12:27 AM
Spring Sale at Brass Tacks Madras until 8th February
Brass Tacks Madras has announced its spring cleaning sale at its Alwarpet store in Chennai,until the 8th of February, 2016.
Posted On :19/Jan/2016 9:49:42 AM
Travelers prefer mobile to toothbrush, study
According to a new study, travelers in India consider smartphones to be their most indispensable travel companion, more than their need for a toothbrush, deodorant or other essentials while planning a trip.
Posted On :18/Jan/2016 6:16:34 PM
How to use Google Maps without the Internet
Inconsistent internet connectivity is frustrating at all times, but especially when you are travelling.
Posted On :18/Jan/2016 5:46:42 PM
Thai Poosam Festival commenced with grand Flag-hoisting Ceremony
The Thai Poosam traditionally celebrated in a grand manner by Palani Lord Muruga Temple has commenced today (Monday, 18th January).
Posted On :18/Jan/2016 5:29:31 PM
Ilaiyaraaja launches his own official online radio and web TV
Ilayaraja fans can now be cheerful since the famous music composer Ilayaraja has launched his own online radio channel, a web TV and an online digital store.
Posted On :18/Jan/2016 4:52:25 PM
