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R Rangaraj

R Rangaraj

R Rangaraj is a senior journalist based in Chennai. He has covered elections since 1977.

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New study finds Indians face higher genetic obesity risk — Weighing scale lies: New study finds Indians face higher genetic obesity risk, but early action can reverse it

PM Modi claims decline in law and order under DMK; says NDA will form next government

Explosions near Dubai airport following airstrike by Iran. — Karnataka govt tracking 200 residents stranded in Middle East amid Israel-Iran war

Ayatollah Khamenei assassinated. Credit: x.com/khamenei_ir — Ayatollah Khamenei’s death sends shockwaves across Middle East; Indian leaders react

BR Naidu. — Viral video involving TTD chairman BR Naidu triggers a major political row in Andhra Pradesh

Women offering 'Pongala'. Credit: iStock — Heat, fire, and now infections: Kerala strengthens health, safety net for ‘Pongala’ in Capital

Chennai homelessness — 13,529 lives on the streets: Maatram 2026 exposes Chennai’s hidden homelessness crisis

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Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu visiting the kin of victims. Credit: x.com/ncbn — Did mishandling of explosives lead to firecracker blast in Kakinada?

File photo of Thummala Nageswara Rao. — In a damage control exercise, Telangana government promises housing for displaced poor in Khammam

Multiple explosions were reported from Juffair, Bahrain. (Video grab/Supplied) — Israel-Iran conflict spurs surge in NORKA help desk calls; CPI(M) issues strong political statement

Sabarimala gold theft — Sabarimala gold theft: Flag mast probe knocks on Mollywood’s door

Representational image. Credit: iStock — ACB nets Andhra Pradesh village officer for taking Rs 20,000 bribe

Telangana Congress leaders with Rahul Gandhi. — Rahul Gandhi wants no association with AIMIM and it has put Telangana Congress in dilemma

Explosions near Dubai airport following airstrike by Iran. — ‘Missiles visible in the sky’: Indians in Dubai describe frightening moments

Despite the divorce petition accused Vijay of committing adultery, his fans are standing by him. — Karur stampede to adultery charge, ‘victim’ Vijay can do no wrong in the eyes of fans