The deceased has been identified as Suraj who had been residing in the Sevvaipettai area of Salem, where he was engaged in silver-related labour work ...

According to the Centre, the move is intended to standardise respect for the national song and remove what they describe as an artificial distinction between "acceptable" and "excluded" verses.

R.S. Manohar, a titan of Tamil theatre, revolutionized stagecraft with elaborate sets and pyrotechnics, even after a near-fatal fall in 1985. Known for his powerful screen presence and dedication, he ...