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As Chennai turns 387, a look at how its food culture has evolved—from home-cooked meals and old Madras favourites to street food, global cuisines, cafés and app-based meal subscriptions

He added that the country's free trade agreements would eventually cover about 75% of global trade and help position India as a trusted partner in global value chains

Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said that a complete inquiry into the incident is underway and the injured are being treated

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin will not challenge Gianni Infantino for FIFA president. Infantino faces a potential challenger in next year's FIFA presidential election. This comes after Infantino's abandoned plan to sell FIFA competition rights. Ceferin believes Infantino lacks broad support from the football community. He also reminded Infantino of UEFA's past support for his rise.

The Congress leader claimed that the Modi government has an "aggressive privatisation agenda" for the space programme just as it had for nuclear energy

A doctor faced alleged assault by a patient's son at a private hospital in Kalyan. The incident occurred late Saturday night, causing panic among other patients present. Police initially registered a non-cognisable complaint, which was later upgraded to an FIR. This event follows a similar assault on doctors in Dombivli weeks prior. Doctors are demanding strict action to ensure their safety and prevent future occurrences.

Mr. Vijay said the money for the cylinders would be credited to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries

The Primary School, founded by Priscilla Chan, has closed after a decade of operation. Funding from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative ceased, leading to the board's decision. Academic results fell short of state benchmarks and leadership expectations. Around 540 students will now join the Ravenswood City Elementary School District. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative provided financial support for the transition and student savings.

Data from Kerala Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Network says that the resistance profile of primary antibiotics used to treat the infection is growing

Case filed against Kasaragod Divisional Forest Officer Jose Matthew following a complaint that he allegedly behaved indecently towards women passengers and made obscene gestures while travelling on the Okha Express

Congress alleged that the Centre was seeking control over Odisha’s natural resources, including its water, forests, land and minerals, after coming to power in the State, in the name of ‘Odia Asmita’ (Odia pride).

Several people were hospitalised after the leakage occurred in a 900-kg capacity chlorine gas cylinder at the water treatment plant in Godhani village at around 1 a.m., the Nagpur Municipal Corporation said

The rupee began the trading day on a stronger note against the US dollar, appreciating by seven paise to 95.64. Nonetheless, concerns over geopolitical tensions and steady demand from importers curbed significant gains. Compounded by elevated Brent crude prices, the rupee traded cautiously. Investors are particularly attentive to anticipated sanctions impacting Iran's oil sector. Notably, India's foreign exchange reserves saw a remarkable rise in the latest reporting week.

From September 1, international travelers departing from India are set to benefit from a new policy that eliminates the necessity for boarding pass stamping at immigration counters. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency of the travel process. Passengers have the option to present their boarding passes, either in electronic format or as a printed copy.

A Kerala consumer commission ordered a refund of Rs 3.7 lakh and Rs 2 lakh compensation. Two individuals promised employment in Israel and took the money. Repeated postponements and fake travel documents constituted unfair trade practice. The commission noted the lack of evidence for genuine arrangements. The accused failed to appear and contest the complaint.

The proposed Parandur airport project has been officially dropped by the Tamil Nadu government. Chennai airport will now undergo expansion on its north-west side with a new terminal. This expansion aims to handle twenty million additional passengers annually. The fareless travel scheme for women will also be expanded to all government buses. New sites for airport development are currently under consideration and will be finalized soon.

Ranveer Singh's attorneys have contested the jurisdiction of the Indian Motion Picture Producers Association regarding the 'Don 3' controversy. They assert that the association lacks the authority to adjudicate this matter. Meanwhile, Excel Entertainment is pursuing compensation for Singh's withdrawal from the project. His legal team has indicated potential legal measures should the association rule unfavorably. Currently, the association's lawyers are scrutinizing the situation.

Heavy rainfall is affecting several parts of India on August 24, 2026, with the IMD forecasting heavy to very heavy rain in parts of Odisha and rainfall in Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Sikkim and other regions. There is no nationwide school holiday, but some Odisha districts have announced closures following adverse weather conditions. Parents and students should check district administration and school notifications before travelling.