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N Rangasamy sworn-in as Puducherry Chief Minister for historic fifth term

Puducherry CM oath ceremony: NDA secured a comfortable majority in the 30-member Puducherry Legislative Assembly, clinching 18 seats. AINRC led…

Updated: May 13, 2026 12:24 IST

An election-themed infographic for Puducherry, titled "FULL PARTY-WISE LIST OF ELECTED CANDIDATES: 30 CONSTITUENCIES." The image features stylized portraits of two prominent political figures flanking a map of Puducherry's districts: Mahe, Yanam, Puducherry District, and Karaikal. On the left, a smiling man is labeled "AINRC-BJP ALLIANCE (NDA) AIMING FOR RETENTION" against a red background. On the right, a serious man is labeled "CONGRESS-DMK ALLIANCE (SPA) CHALLENGING THE INCUMBENT" against a green background. Symbols of various political parties (AINRC, BJP, Congress, DMK, TVK) are displayed at the top, and the base features a futuristic control panel.

Puducherry Assembly Election 2026 full winners list: AINRC, BJP, Congress– Party wise winning candidates LIVE

Puducherry Assembly Election 2026 Winning Candidates Party-wise LIVE: Track constituency-wise winners, party tally and seat-wise results across 30 seats as…

Updated: May 4, 2026 12:24 IST

AG Perarivalan, Rajiv Gandhi assassination case convict let out on remission, enrols as advocate

Perarivalan was released in 2022 after spending more than three decades in prison. After release he joined a private law…

April 28, 2026 14:50 IST

So if you are travelling on national highways in these regions this month, cash payments may still be an option at toll plazas there.

No more cash at toll booth: Why 4 states are exempted — and the 25% UPI penalty explained

However, not everyone is covered by this rule just yet. According to a PIB release dated April 11, the states…

April 17, 2026 16:24 IST

Assembly Elections 2026: EC says it seized Rs 650 cr in cash, drugs, liquor ‘meant to influence voters’ across poll-bound states

Over Rs 650 crore worth of illicit cash, liquor, drugs and valuables seized ahead of Assembly polls, with West Bengal…

April 5, 2026 18:51 IST

Puducherry Assembly Elections 2026: Who is Jose Charles Martin

Puducherry’s Richest Candidate: Meet Jose Charles Martin, son of ‘Lottery King’ with Rs 597 crore in assets

In his disclosures, Martin said he owns 17.5 kg of gold estimated at Rs 25 crore, along with diamonds worth…

April 3, 2026 10:02 IST

Puducherry opens control room to report illegal use of domestic LPG cylinders

The government would take strict action under Essential Commodities Act 1955 and other relevant laws to prevent such illegal practices.

March 14, 2026 16:11 IST

SIR: Over 68 lakh voters deleted in Gujarat as EC updates rolls in 9 states

According to the EC, 68.1 lakh electors were removed in Gujarat, bringing the total number of voters down from 5.08…

February 21, 2026 23:20 IST

Mystery of Puducherry's Missing French Artefacts and the Fall of Raj Niwas

Inside Track by Coomi Kapoor: Missing splendour

The article highlights the decay of the building’s aesthetic integrity and the urgent need for accountability over the Union Territory’s…

December 14, 2025 05:02 IST

IMD issues alerts as Cyclone Ditwah brings more rain to Tamil Nadu, Puducherry; schools shut, waterlogging worsens

As per the IMD bulletin, several districts are expected to receive moderate to heavy rains along with thunderstorms and lightning…

Updated: December 3, 2025 13:04 IST

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Cyclone Ditwah: After IMD red alert, Air India warns of possible flight disruptions

Early impacts have already been felt in several coastal pockets, with rain and winds intensifying since Saturday morning.

Updated: November 29, 2025 22:25 IST

Cyclone Fengal to make landfall near north Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast today evening

At present, Cyclone Fengal is located over the southwest Bay of Bengal, moving west-northwestwards at a speed of 10 kmph.…

November 30, 2024 17:53 IST

Cyclone Fengal Highlights: Cyclonic storm fengal crosses Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts, Weakens gradually

Chennai Cyclone Fengal Live Tracker, Tamil Nadu, Chennai Weather Forecast Today Live Updates: The storm, which made landfall between 10:30…

Updated: December 1, 2024 09:58 IST

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Puducherry: INDIA bloc to observe bandh on Sept 18 to protest power privatisation move

V Vaithilingam, President of the Puducherry Pradesh Congress Committee and Lok Sabha MP announced on Monday that the bandh will…

September 16, 2024 20:28 IST

Puducherry Railway Station revamp: Minister V. Somanna’s visit highlights progress, details inside

According to a release from the Tiruchirappalli Division of Southern Railway, the Puducherry railway station is undergoing a significant transformation…

Updated: July 29, 2024 13:59 IST

Puducherry: Lone woman MLA S Chandira Priyanga resigns as minister, alleges conspiracy and bias

In her resignation letter, she mentioned her struggle against the “politics of conspiracy” and the overwhelming influence of money power,…

October 11, 2023 13:35 IST