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Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
400m synthetic track coming up at Rajarathinam Stadium
Chennai: Rajarathinam Stadium at Egmore, popular for police parades and school sporting events, will soon be upgraded and transformed into a premium training ground for athletics. The sports department has planned a 400-metre synthetic running track to replace the existing mud tracks. The new track will feature eight lanes and markers for 100, 200, and 400-metre races, including relays and a separate long-jump track. Work will be carried out at a cost of 9 crore. SDAT's Chennai district athletics coach D Vinoth said all national and international-level athletics only happen on synthetic tracks. "It provides a better grip for runners with spike shoes, unlike mud tracks. If an athlete finishes 100 metres in 10 seconds on a synthetic track, it may take 10.20 seconds on mud tracks," he said. He added that if the sports track is ready at Rajarathinam Stadium, it will also ease pressure on Nehru Stadium. Around 300 athletes practise at Nehru Stadium every month, paying an average rent of 110. If police allow athletes at Rajarathinam Stadium regularly, many will use this facility as well," he said. Vinoth said athletes also train in ICF stadium whenever the railway authorites allow them. Officials said regular training will be allowed at Rajarathinam Stadium with more sports amenities coming up. The stadium was reconstructed in 2009 at a cost of 3.16 crore with two galleries, including a main gallery of 12,000 sqft. An air-conditioned lounge was also set up. The additional galleries are spread over 4,521 sqft. The work on tracks will begin soon. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Time of India
Man kills friend over 6 lakh loan, dumps body in quarry
Chennai: A travel agency owner from St Thomas Mount murdered his friend over a financial dispute and dumped his body in a quarry pit near Chengalpet on Friday. Police said he was upset after the victim failed to repay a 6 lakh loan. The accused, Saravanan, 35, operates a private travel agency with his own fleet of cars. According to police, Saravanan's friend Vinoth , 35, a marketing employee at a private company, borrowed 6 lakh from him but didn't replay him. On May 17, he invited Vinoth to drink with him. The two drank alcohol inside Saravanan's car near a forest area in Chettipuniyam, near Chengalpet. During the drinking session, an argument broke out over the money. In a fit of rage, Saravanan pulled out a knife he had hidden and stabbed Vinoth multiple times, killing him instantly. He then disposed of his body in a stone quarry water pit, police said. Later, Saravanan surrendered at the Chengalpet Taluk police station on Thursday night. Police, along with fire and rescue services personnel from Mahindra City, searched for the body at the quarry. After an hour, they recovered Vinoth's body. The body was sent to the Chengalpet govt hospital for a post-mortem examination. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Thalapathy Vijay visits Goundamani to offer condolences after wife Shanti's demise
Superstar Vijay Thalapathy offered condolences to veteran Tamil comedian Goundamani who is mourning the loss of his wife Shanti, who passed away on May 5, 2025, in Chennai at the age of 67 after battling health complications. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Vijay pays his respects in person The superstar visited Goundamani's home to support his longtime friend during this difficult time. Photos of Vijay embracing and paying his respects have gone viral. Goundaman's wife Shanti had been unwell for a few days before her passing despite medical care. Her death has cast a sombre mood over the Tamil cinema community, with fans and colleagues remembering her quietly supportive presence behind the scenes. Married since 1963, the Goundamani and his wife shared a strong bond and have two daughters, Selvi and Sumithra. Shanti's sudden demise has deeply affected Goundamani and his family, with their residence in Teynampet, Chennai, opened for friends, family, and well-wishers to pay their final respects. The Tamil film industry has come together in grief, remembering Goundamani's legendary contribution to cinema. Known for his impeccable comic timing and iconic partnership with fellow comedian Senthil, Goundamani's work has left an indelible mark on Tamil pop culture since the 1960s. Despite stepping back from acting in recent years, he made a brief comeback this year with 'Otha Votu Muthaiya'. Vijay's upcoming film Speaking about Vijay Thalapathy's acting front, he is currently working on his much-anticipated upcoming film 'Jana Nayagan', directed by H. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Vinoth. The political action thriller is slated for a grand release on January 9, 2026, coinciding with the festive Pongal season, a prime time for Tamil cinema. The film is widely regarded as Vijay's final cinematic venture before he fully shifts his focus to politics. The film also includes Pooja Hegde and Bobby Deol in the lead, with a strong supporting cast including Prakash Raj, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Priyamani, and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar.
