Capital and largest city of Tamil Nadu, on the Coromandel Coast
India is expanding its ethanol-blend program amid war-induced fuel disruptions, with policymakers aiming to cut imports and emissions while acknowledging mileage and supply-chain challenges. Public transport is being emphasized as a key measure.
A wave of AI-driven restructuring is redefining how companies run global operations. Opendoor is moving operational work back to the U.S., signaling a broader shift toward leaner, AI-enabled workflows that compress offshore back offices and emphasize Services-as-Software. The changes echo across tech and outsourcing sectors as companies recalibrate headcount, partnerships, and location strategies.
Sooryavanshi has been included for a landmark T20 series start, highlighting India’s push to nurture a teenage talent who would become the youngest player in India’s senior men’s team if selected. The series against Ireland and England marks a watershed moment after his IPL MVP season, though his debut remains contingent on selection.
Australia and India announce that the Melbourne Renegades will play the next BBL match in Chennai, marking the first foreign league game hosted by India. Leaders say the event will boost trade, sport ties and reflect broader security and economic cooperation. The match will be staged on 12 December and will be televised for audiences in both countries.