by vellorecity | Nov 14, 2025 | News, Power Shutdown in Vellore
Power supply will be suspended in the following areas on Saturday (15-11-2025) from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM due to substation maintenance.
Thorapadi (110/11 KV THORAPADI Substation): Bagayam, Otteri, Chitteri, Ariyur, Officers line, Tolgate, Virupatchipuram, Sankaran palayam, Sainathapuram and Thorapadi surrounding areas
Itchipudhur (110/33-11KV ITCHIPUDUR Substation): MRF Company, Thanigaipolur, Vadamambakkam and Itchiputhur surrounding areas
Salai (110/11 KV SALAI Substation): G.R Pet, Paranji, Kumnipet, Minnal and Salai Surrounding areas
Paravathur (33/11 KV PARAVATHUR Substation): Chinna Paravathur, Akkachikuppam, Janagapuram, Paranji, Venkupattu, Paravathur and surrounding areas.
Karikkal (33/11KV KARIKKAL Substation): Iappedu, Vengupattu, Ayal, Polipakkam, Palayapalayam, Karikkal
Banavaram (33/11KV BANAVARAM Substation): SS-Banavaram, Velithagipuram, Pudhur, Mangalam, Melveeranam, Ponnappanthangal
Sathuvachari (110/11 KV SATHUVACHARI Substation): Saidapet, CMC colony, Rangapuram, Vallar, Kagithapatrai and Sathuvachari surrounding areas
Katpadi (110/33 -11KV KATPADI Substation): Gandhi nagar, Senur, Chenguttai, Kalputhur, EB Colony, Viruthambut, Dharapadavedu, Kangeyanallure and Katpadi surrounding areas
Gandhinagar (33/11 KV UM GANDHI Substation): Lakshmipuram, Radhakrishna Nagar, 12th Cross Gandhinagar, Sri Sairam Nagar, Sriramnagar, Kangeyanallur Village, Sidco Industrial, Vaibavnagar, Vellakalmodu, 8th East Main Road, V.G.Rao Nagar and Gandh
Melpadi (33/11 KV MELPADI Substation): Melpadi, Vallimalai, Erukampattu, Vepalai, Veeranthangal, Somanathapuram, Periyakeesakuppam, Kottanatham, and surrounding areas.
Keeraisathu (33/11 KV KEERAISATHU Substation): Ponnai Pudhur, S.N. Palayam , Ponnai Town, K.N. Palayam, and Keeraisathu surrounding area.
Melvenkatapuram (110/11 KV MELVENKATAPURAM Substation): Kodaikal, Renandy, Jambukulam, Marudalam, Balakrishnapuram, Pulivalam, Balakrishnapuram, Soorai and M.V.Puram surrounding areas
Sipcot (110/11 KV SIPCOT Substation): Ranipet, BHEL, Agravaram, Vanambadi, Thandalam, Chetithangal and Sipcot surrounding areas
Kaveripakkam (110/33-11KV KAVERIPAKKAM Substation): Alapakkam, Musiri, Bagaveli, Chakkramallur, Vegamangalam, Kalavai, Walaja, Ozhugur, Dharamaneethi and Kaveripakkam surrounding areas
Walaja (33/11 KV UM WALAJA Substation): Walaja Town, Vannivedu, Kadapanthangal, and Walaj Surrounding area.
Ozhugur (33 KV MANNED OZHUGUR Substation): Ozhugur, Karadikuppam, Thalangai, G.C.Kuppam, Vangur, Valluvampakkam, Padiyampakkam, Sengadu Mootur, and Ozhugur surrounding area.
Musiri (33/11 KV MUSIRI Substation): Musiri, Bagavali, Kuppathamottur, and Musiri surrounding area.
Sholinghur (110/33-11 KV SHOLINGHUR Substation): Banavaram, Karikal, V.G.Puram, Thalikal, erumbi, Kondapalayam, Karikal and Sholinghur surrounding areas
Power supply will be resumed before 05:00 PM if the maintenance works are completed early. The schedule is subject to change based on operational or weather-related factors.
by vellorecity | Nov 14, 2025 | News
The cost of gold has decreased by Rs. 60 per gram on Friday Morning (14.11.2025). The cost of the gold rate has decreased by Rs. 480 per sovereign.
The gold rate has decreased and one sovereign is worth Rs. 94720.00 and a gram is Rs. 11840.00.
The cost of 1 gram of pure gold (24 K) is now Rs. 12916.00.
A kilo of silver is priced at Rs. 180,000.00 and a gram is worth Rs. 180.00.
by vellorecity | Nov 14, 2025 | News
Sleepless nights and anxious minds often go hand in hand, creating a relentless cycle that can affect mood, focus, and overall well-being. Experts say this is becoming an invisible epidemic in modern life.
How Sleep and Anxiety Interact
Dr. Sibasish Dey, Head of Medical Affairs, South Asia, Resmed, explains that poor sleep and anxiety are closely linked — “two sides of the same coin.”
– Lack of sleep raises stress hormones like cortisol, making emotional regulation harder.
– The next day, increased anxiety and irritability make it even harder to fall asleep at night.
This creates a self-reinforcing loop affecting millions, from young professionals to students juggling erratic schedules.
The Science Behind the Sleepless Spiral
Dr. Dey identifies four key mechanisms connecting sleep loss with anxiety:
1. Neuroinflammation: Sleep deprivation triggers inflammation in the brain, impairing cognition and increasing susceptibility to anxiety and depression.
2. Gut-Brain Disruption: Poor sleep affects gut bacteria, which communicate with the brain, worsening stress and mood regulation.
3. Emotional Dysregulation: Sleep loss weakens the prefrontal cortex, allowing the amygdala (the brain’s fear centre) to overreact to minor triggers.
4. Hormonal Imbalance: Elevated nighttime cortisol keeps the nervous system on high alert, preventing restful sleep.
How Anxiety Interferes with Sleep
Anxiety itself can prevent relaxation. Racing thoughts and mental hyperarousal keep the body alert, causing fragmented or shallow sleep, which further amplifies daytime stress — a classic self-reinforcing loop.
Breaking the Cycle
Dr. Dey emphasizes addressing both sleep and anxiety together. Key strategies include:
– Sleep hygiene: Maintain a consistent schedule, avoid late meals, and get 30 minutes of daily activity.
– Mindful evenings: Practice deep breathing, meditation, or progressive muscle relaxation before bed.
– Digital detox: Limit screens 30–60 minutes before sleeping; keep the room cool, dark, and quiet.
For some, poor sleep may have medical roots like sleep apnea, which interrupts breathing and reduces rest quality. Treatments like CPAP can improve both sleep and mental alertness.
Takeaway
Sleep is essential for mental and physical health — as vital as food or air. Breaking the anxiety-sleep cycle may take small, consistent habits, lifestyle adjustments, and, in some cases, medical intervention. Prioritizing rest isn’t laziness; it’s a necessity for a healthier, calmer life.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advicice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your sleep habits, lifestyle, or treatment plan.
by vellorecity | Nov 13, 2025 | News
Gold prices, which had been fluctuating sharply in recent days, have once again skyrocketed, leaving consumers stunned.
After witnessing a steady decline until the end of last week, gold prices began rising sharply from November 10. On the 10th and 11th, prices increased by ₹400 per gram and ₹3,200 per sovereign. The day before yesterday, gold saw a massive jump of ₹1,760 per sovereign, touching ₹93,600. However, yesterday it fell slightly by ₹100 per gram and ₹800 per sovereign, bringing the rate down to ₹11,600 per gram and ₹92,800 per sovereign.
Now, in a surprising turn, gold prices have surged again today. The price of gold has risen by ₹200 per gram and is being sold at ₹11,800 per gram. Consequently, the price of a sovereign has climbed by ₹1,600, reaching ₹94,400.
Silver prices have also witnessed a sharp increase. The metal rose by ₹9 per gram, now selling at ₹182 per gram. Similarly, the price per kilogram has increased by ₹9,000, reaching ₹1,82,000.
Last Five Days – Gold Price Status (22 Carat):
12-11-2025: ₹92,800 per sovereign
11-11-2025: ₹93,600 per sovereign
10-11-2025: ₹91,840 per sovereign
09-11-2025: ₹90,400 per sovereign
08-11-2025: ₹90,400 per sovereign
Last Five Days – Silver Price Status:
12-11-2025: ₹173 per gram
11-11-2025: ₹170 per gram
10-11-2025: ₹169 per gram
09-11-2025: ₹165 per gram
08-11-2025: ₹165 per gram
Both gold and silver are witnessing volatile movements, and market analysts suggest that international economic trends and fluctuations in the dollar value are contributing factors behind the sudden price spikes.
