News at a Glance
Prolonged spell of rains in Chennai till end of the month
Patchy light rains and thundershowers over the Chennai are expected during the next 24 hours. These rains are likely to intensify from August 26 onward, as a fresh low pressure area is likely to form in west-central Bay of Bengal off the Andhra Pradesh coast.
Posted On :25/Aug/2016 11:07:42 AM
Gold rate decreased Rs.192 per sovereign
The cost of gold has decreased Rs.192 per sovereign on Thursday morning (Aug 25, 2016).A sovereign was worth Rs.23672.00 and a gram was Rs.2959.00.The cost of 1 gram of pure gold (24K) is now Rs.3165.00.
Posted On :25/Aug/2016 10:46:00 AM
Last date extended for prematric scholarships
A release from the Chennai District Collectorate has mentioned that Students from minority communities studying in government, government-aided, and government-recognized schools in Chennai district from Class I-X are eligible to apply for prematric scholarships.
Posted On :25/Aug/2016 10:35:19 AM
Change in composition of trains
One General Second Class coach in Train No.12641 / 12642 Kanniyakumari - Hazrat Nizamuddin - Kanniyakumari Thirukkural bi-weekly express trains will be replaced by one AC 2-tier coach ex. Kanniyakumari from 24.08.2016 and ex. Hazrat Nizamuddin from 27.08.2016.
Posted On :25/Aug/2016 9:46:24 AM
Health risks for children who eat foods with high sugar, says study
A new study published in the journal Circulation has said that children who eat food high in added sugars may develop risk factors for heart disease, such as an increased risk of obesity and elevated blood pressure.
Posted On :25/Aug/2016 9:43:03 AM
New Jalpaiguri - Chennai Central weekly express trains will be permanently augmented
Train No.22611 / 22612 Chennai Central - New Jalpaiguri - Chennai Central weekly express trains will be permanently augmented by two Sleeper Class coaches ex. Chennai Central from 31.08.2016 and ex. New Jalpaiguri from 02.09.2016.
Posted On :25/Aug/2016 9:39:49 AM
The importance of breastfeeding
Experts are repeatedly stressing on the importance of breastfeeding. According to a pediatrician registered on Buzz4Health, Breastfeeding is the best medicine a mother can give her children during the first six months of their growth.
Posted On :25/Aug/2016 9:35:22 AM
The Hindu Auto Expo on August 27
The Hindu Auto Expo will be held on August 27 and August 28 this year. The event will showcase automobile names from all over the world, giving buyers a plethora of options to choose from. From exotic car pavilions to a superbike pavilion and a spectacular stunt show, this event will have it all.
Posted On :25/Aug/2016 9:31:47 AM
Job satisfaction at its peak in 20s and 30s, says study
A new study has said that if your job gives you satisfaction in your late 20s and 30s, then it will impact your overall health in your early 40s. The study, conducted by researchers at the Ohio State University, says that while job satisfaction had some impact on physical health,
Posted On :25/Aug/2016 9:26:52 AM
The festival Krishna Jayanthi brings joy to people
The King Kamsa, after getting his sister Devaki married to Vasudeva, was taking them in a procession in a chariot. At that time, an Oracle announced that the 8th male child born to his sister Devaki will kill king Kamsa.
Posted On :25/Aug/2016 9:23:47 AM
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