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TN CM announces official vehicle, allowance for MLAs

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Wednesday, August 19, announced official vehicles and a monthly allowance to the MLAs to address public grievances in their respective constituencies. His announcement made the ruling TVK legislator K Sindhu break into rapturous glee, singing a song in praise of Vijay and thanking him for the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 19 Aug 2026 1:37 pm

TN CM Vijay raises health insurance cover for citizens to

Chennai Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, C. Joseph Vijay, on Wednesday announced a five-fold increase in the annual coverage under the The post TN CM Vijay raises health insurance cover for citizens to 25 lakh; announces cars, allowances for MLAs appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Bilkulonline 19 Aug 2026 12:39 pm

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Increases Health Insurance Coverage for Citizens Fivefold

Chennai, August 19: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay announced on Wednesday a significant enhancement to the Chief Minister Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme. The annual coverage for each beneficiary family has been increased from 5 lakh to 25 lakh. While addressing the assembly under Rule 110, Chief Minister Vijay emphasized that access to medical ... Read more Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Increases Health Insurance Coverage for Citizens Fivefold

Morningstar 19 Aug 2026 12:35 pm

Freedom markers of Chennais Mount Road

Much of the history of the freedom struggle in our city is centred on areas such as George Town, the Marina, Thiruvallikeni, and Mylapore, though Mount Road has several freedom markers

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 12:30 pm

DVAC Conducts Raids at Over 40 Locations in Tamil Nadu Over Transformer Purchase Scam

Chennai, August 19: The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) launched a significant operation on Wednesday, raiding more than 40 locations across Tamil Nadu in connection with alleged irregularities in transformer purchases. This action followed a day after the Income Tax Department conducted raids linked to a computer technology and communication company in Chennai. The ... Read more DVAC Conducts Raids at Over 40 Locations in Tamil Nadu Over Transformer Purchase Scam

Morningstar 19 Aug 2026 11:54 am

Petrol Diesel Price Today August 19: Check Latest Fuel Rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Other Cities

Petrol Diesel Price Today: Fuel prices remain an important part of household and business expenses, especially for people who travel regularly or depend on road transport. Petrol and diesel rates are reviewed on a daily basis in India, and prices can vary significantly from one location to another d...

Kalam Times 19 Aug 2026 11:20 am

Southern States Chief Ministers to Meet in Chennai, Amit Shah to Chair the Conference

Chennai, August 19: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will arrive in Chennai on Wednesday evening and will chair the 31st Southern Regional Council meeting in Kovalam on Thursday. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will participate in this high-level conference, along with other Chief Ministers from southern states and the Union Territory of Puducherry. ... Read more Southern States Chief Ministers to Meet in Chennai, Amit Shah to Chair the Conference

Morningstar 19 Aug 2026 10:35 am

Tamil Nadu Increases Milk Procurement Price by

Chennai, August 19: The milk procurement price in Tamil Nadu has been raised by 3 per liter. Chief Minister Joseph Vijay announced this increase under Rule 110 of the Assembly. With this adjustment, the procurement price now stands at 41 per liter. In his statement, Chief Minister Joseph Vijay emphasized the cultural significance of cows, ... Read more Tamil Nadu Increases Milk Procurement Price by 3 per Liter

Morningstar 19 Aug 2026 10:30 am

TVK Model Law And Order: Knife Attack, Gang Clash Rock Chennai

The Joseph Vijay TVK government came to power claiming they will ensure Tamil Nadu will be a peaceful haven and maintain an iron grip over law and order issues. But recently, a violent clash involving two groups, multiple knife attacks and a road accident created panic in Chennais Old Jail Road area. The incident, in [] The post TVK Model Law And Order: Knife Attack, Gang Clash Rock Chennais Old Jail Road appeared first on The Commune .

The Commune Mag 19 Aug 2026 10:17 am

Industrial Corridor To Link Chennai, Coimbatore And Thoothukudi

Arjuna Announces Elevated Corridors, Road Upgrades, Bridge Widening And Water Metro

Deccan Chronicle 19 Aug 2026 10:10 am

Chennai Airport Under Security Blanket Over Amit Shah Visit Today

The Home Minister will arrive at 7.40 pm on Wednesday where he will be received by the officials

Deccan Chronicle 19 Aug 2026 9:29 am

Chennais Teynampet Footpaths Rated 1.36 out of 5 on Accessibility

To mark World Pedestrian Day, Citizen Consumer and Civic Action Group (CAG) conducted a walkability audit around its office neighbourhood in Teynampet, covering Eldams Road, Thiruvalluvar Street and Venus Colony

Deccan Chronicle 19 Aug 2026 9:21 am

Amit Shah to arrive in Chennai today for southern state CM

Chennai, Aug 19 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will arrive in Chennai on Wednesday evening to chair the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting at Kovalam on Thursday. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will attend the high-level conference along with the Chief Ministers of other southern States and the Union Territory of Puducherry. []

bhaskarlive 19 Aug 2026 8:32 am

GenTechPro annual day highlights job creation, environmental responsibility

Former minister for Law, Justice, Revenue, Relief and Rehabilitation, Syed Basharat Ahmad Bukhari, on Tuesday lauded Kashmirs entrepreneurs for creating employment opportunities and enabling local youth to build professional careers. Bukhari was speaking at the annual day function of GenTechPro, a technology, proposal development and staffing firm with offshore operations in Srinagar and clients in the United States. He appreciated the contribution of local entrepreneurs towards generating jobs and providing talented youth with opportunities to develop professional skills. Speaking at the event, Raja Muzaffar Bhat, head of the J&K RTI Movement and J&K Climate Action Group, stressed the need for proper waste management and responsible waste disposal to prevent environmental degradation in Kashmir. He called for collective efforts to protect the regions fragile environment. Bukhari and Bhat were honoured with Lifetime Achievement Awards for their contributions to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. GenTechPro employees were also presented certificates of appreciation in recognition of their work and contribution to the companys growth. GenTechPro CEO and Co-founder Syed Hidayat Bukhari said the company had started operations with three employees and had since grown to a workforce of 18. He said the company aims to increase its workforce to 50 employees by the end of 2027, with a broader objective of creating employment opportunities for talented youth. Co-founder and Director of Operations Syed Jehangir Nazir said GenTechPro provides customised technology, proposal development and staffing solutions to government and enterprise clients. The company specialises in proposal development, IT solutions and workforce support, he said. He added that the parent company is headquartered in Washington, D.C., while its offshore offices are located in Srinagar, Chennai and Noida, enabling it to serve clients across multiple markets. Dr Tariq Ahmad Masoodi, a biotechnology and cancer-genomics scientist, also attended the event. He highlighted the growing role of artificial intelligence, genomics and precision diagnostics in healthcare, particularly in enabling earlier cancer detection and more personalised treatment decisions. Masoodi stressed the need for increasingly targeted, data-driven therapies based on the molecular and genetic characteristics of individual patients. He has more than 100 research publications and thousands of citations, with his work spanning genomics, cancer biology and AI-driven precision oncology. Sheikh Owais, an international learning and development expert and founder of Aurelian Academy, underlined the importance of English-language proficiency and accurate pronunciation in professional communication. He noted that GenTechPros clients include native English speakers, making effective communication an important aspect of professional engagement.

Greater Kashmir 19 Aug 2026 7:20 am

VIT Chennai hosts its 14th Annual Convocation

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Chennai celebrated its 14th annual convocation on Sunday (August 16, 2026). Dr. T. Ramasami, Former Secretary, Department of Science and Technology, Government of India took part as Chief Guest, Mohit Jain, Chief Operating Officer (Publishing) and Board Member, Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. was the guest of honour and Dr. Ganesanathan Geathiswaran, Deputy High Commissioner of Sri Lanka, South India took part as special guest. VIT Founder and Chancellor Dr. G. Viswanathan presided over the convocation ceremony, VIT Vice Presidents Dr. Sankar Viswanathan and Dr. G.V. Selvam, Vice chancellor Dr. V. S. Kanchana Bhaaskaran, Dr.T.Thyagarajan, Pro-Vice Chancellor, VIT Chennai, Dr. Partha Sharathi Mallick, Pro - Vice Chancellor, VIT Vellore, Dr. K. Sathiyanarayanan, Director, VIT Chennai, Dr. Jayabarathi T, Registrar, VIT and Dr.P.K.Manoharan, Additional Registrar, VIT Chennai also took part in the convocation. Delivering his convocation address, Dr. T. Ramasami said that youth had an important role in building not only their own future, but also shaping their family, the country and humanity. He recalled that a few decades ago, only 740 engineering students graduated from engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu while today, several lakh of engineering students graduate from the State every year, and this would not have been possible without bringing together every available resource. Dr. Ramasami said that since 2000, Tamil Nadu had emerged as a leader in research and development (R&D), as measured by the number of research papers published in peer-reviewed journals. About 61 per cent of the research papers published in India are from Tamil Nadu, of which 35 per cent were contributed by private universities. Institutions like VIT had played a key role in this development. According to Dr. Ramasami, VIT has played a stellar role not only in transforming higher education but also in making significant contributions to the larger process of nation-building. Presiding over the convocation, Dr. G. Viswanathan, Founder and Chancellor of VIT, congratulated 4,518 (UG, PG, and PhD) who received their degrees in the 14th annual convocation of VIT Chennai. He said that only around 13 per cent of Indias population had attained graduate-level education and emphasised that graduating students represented the future of the nation. While India was witnessing rapid economic growth, he observed that the expansion of higher education had not kept pace with that of developed nations. By comparison, Canada had a graduate attainment rate of around 64 per cent among its eligible youth, while South Korea and Japan recorded rates of approximately 53 per cent, he noted. Speaking on the occasion, Mohit Jain, Chief Operating Officer (Publishing) and Board Member, Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. urged the graduates to pursue happiness. You are graduating today with dreams and visions. Work hard, compete, and build teams. Build solutions to the problems that my generation could not solve. But don't be too obsessed with success. Because one of the greatest tracks is believing that the next achievement will make us happy, he remarked. In his address, Dr. Ganesanathan Geathiswaran, said India and Sri Lanka were separated by a narrow stretch of water, but connected by thousands of years of history, culture, religion, language, trade and human relationships. Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka share an extraordinary depth of culture and historical connections.

Greater Kashmir 19 Aug 2026 7:01 am

Autorickshaw Drivers have Free Run of Chennai

Without meters or regulatory mechanism, they are law unto themselves

Deccan Chronicle 19 Aug 2026 6:39 am

Tamil Nadu Government Faces Criticism Over Silence on Deaths of Three Tamils

Chennai, August 19: Udayanidhi Stalin, the Leader of Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly and a prominent DMK leader, has raised serious concerns regarding the lack of official condemnation from the Tamil Nadu government following the shooting deaths of three Tamils by forest department officials in Karnatakas Chamarajanagar district. He expressed shock that the state ... Read more Tamil Nadu Government Faces Criticism Over Silence on Deaths of Three Tamils

Morningstar 19 Aug 2026 4:04 am

Bengaluru Police Bust Luxury Car Theft Gang, Two Arrested Including a Woman

Bengaluru, August 19: Bengaluru police have successfully dismantled a gang involved in luxury car theft, arresting two suspects, including a woman. The police recovered a Toyota Fortuner valued at 3.5 million, which had been stolen from a hotel parking lot in Bengaluru. According to police reports, the complainant, a resident of Chennai, arrived in Bengaluru ... Read more Bengaluru Police Bust Luxury Car Theft Gang, Two Arrested Including a Woman

Morningstar 19 Aug 2026 2:15 am

Tamil Nadu plans ferry service, elevated coastal road from Chennai to Puducherry

Tamil Nadu plans ferry service elevated coastal road from Chennai to Puducherry

India Today 19 Aug 2026 1:15 am

Associations welcome creation of new posts

On Monday, as a part of the announcements for the health department, Health Minister K.G. Arunraj said in the Assembly that 2,500 new nursing posts would be created in the first phase

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 12:28 am

Aerohub Mall at Chennai airport might get more retail outlets only after six months

AAI officials say that they have floated bids to hire a consultantwho will provide expertise on how to draw more traffic, bring in more outlets, and improve passenger experience in the mall

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 12:24 am

Offshore wells: Minister assures no harm to fishers, sea

The Times of India 19 Aug 2026 12:14 am

Motorists put to risk as 20% of bus route roads damaged in Chennai

GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran issued administrative sanctions to restore damaged stretches. A total of 20 crore has been sanctioned for immediate road repair works, with 1 crore-1.25 crore per zone

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 12:12 am

Round 1 of UG medical counselling extended

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 12:12 am

CMs Road Safety Mission to be launched at 500 crore per annum

Tamil Nadu topped the list of States in road accidents in the country, says Sports Development Minister

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 12:11 am

Unpeeling Pulianthopes social history through a walk

The Times of India 19 Aug 2026 12:08 am

Remove tolls in ORR: PMK MLA

The Times of India 19 Aug 2026 12:05 am

TAPS will be implemented: Finance Minister

The Times of India 19 Aug 2026 12:03 am

Tamil Nadu Farmers Seek Meeting with President Over Cauvery Dispute

Chennai, August 19: The National South Indian Reverse Interlinking Farmers Association has requested a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu on September 4. The organization aims to demand 1 lakh crore in compensation from Karnataka, alleging that the state has failed to release water from the Cauvery River, leading to drought conditions for farmers in Tamil ... Read more Tamil Nadu Farmers Seek Meeting with President Over Cauvery Dispute

Udaipur Kiran 19 Aug 2026 12:00 am

Tamil Nadu Farmers Seek Meeting with President Murmu Over Cauvery Dispute

Chennai, August 19: The National South Indian Reverse Interlinking Farmers Association, led by state president P. Ayakannu, has requested a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu on September 4. The farmers aim to demand 1 lakh crore in compensation from Karnataka, accusing the state of withholding water from the Cauvery River, which has led to severe ... Read more Tamil Nadu Farmers Seek Meeting with President Murmu Over Cauvery Dispute

Morningstar 19 Aug 2026 12:00 am

Amid residents demands, WRD steps up pre-monsoon waterways cleaning drive

Around 42 crore has been sanctioned to carry out 202 workscovering waterways in five districts, including Cuddalore, ahead of the monsoon

The Hindu 18 Aug 2026 11:58 pm

An educators guide to understanding (not fixing) Gen Z

The Times of India 18 Aug 2026 11:17 pm

Govt buildings in TN to become skyscrapers

The Times of India 18 Aug 2026 10:58 pm

Annamalai condemns TVK govt over volunteers arrest

The Times of India 18 Aug 2026 10:14 pm

Stolen Thirumangai Alwar bronze idol returns to Kumbakonam temple after nearly 70 years

On February 12, 2020, the Idol Wing-CID registered a case on a complaint, filed by the executive officer of the SriSoundararajaPerumalTemple, of the theft of four idols from the temple between 1957 and 1967. The idols are the bronze statue ofThirumangaiAlwarand the metal idols ofKaalinga NarthanaKrishnar, Vishnu, andSridevi. The Idol Wing traced the ThirumangaiAlwar statue to the Ashmolean Museum in the United Kingdom

The Hindu 18 Aug 2026 10:03 pm

Railway ministry approves takeover of Chennais MRTS by CMRL

The Times of India 18 Aug 2026 9:50 pm

TN unveils olympic roadmap

The Times of India 18 Aug 2026 8:23 pm

Abhishek Bachchan reveals why he invested in sports: I never looked upon it as a business

In a candid conversation with PwC India Chairperson Sanjeev Krishan on the podcast Future Unplugged, Abhishek Bachchan opened up about the quieter, lesser-known side of his journey, the one that has little to do with the silver screen and everything to do with long-term institution building in sports. While most people still primarily know him as an actor born into one of Indian cinemas most powerful legacies, Bachchan has spent the last decade deliberately creating a second, independent identity as a sports entrepreneur. You already have one huge legacy, Krishan observed during the conversation. And youre creating another one at the same time. Bachchan traced his love for sports back to his father, Amitabh Bachchan. My love for sport was inculcated in me by my father, whos a huge sports fan, he said. He recalled childhood memories of his father teaching him kabaddi in their garden and introducing him to global sporting icons like Muhammad Ali, Pel, Zico and Scrates. That early exposure, he said, never left him. His entry into professional sports ownership began almost by chance with the Jaipur Pink Panthers in the Pro Kabaddi League. What started as a passion project quickly became a hands-on commitment. Bachchan moved to Jaipur weeks before the first season, trained with the players, monitored their diet, and even helped with the smallest operational details. I never looked upon it as a business. I still dont, he admitted, adding with a smile that his accountant is not particularly happy about that attitude. The same philosophy guided his investment in Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League. Both teams, he noted, operate in sports that are not Indias dominant passion, which made the journey more challenging and more meaningful. Everything gets compared to cricket, he said. We have a long way to go, but I firmly believe it will pay off in time. That belief has now taken him to Europe. As co-founder of the European T20 Premier League (ETPL), Bachchan is part of a group of Indian partners attempting to build a professional T20 club competition across Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands, the last major cricket market without one. Its the last frontier, he explained. Australia, Africa, Asia, North America they all have competitive T20 leagues. Europe didnt. For Bachchan, the difference between simply owning a team and building a league is significant. I like building something, he said. Not just being in charge of a well-oiled machinery that is already created for me. He emphasised the importance of putting his own capital in first and attracting owners who share a long-term vision names like Steve Waugh, Faf du Plessis and Rahul Dravid among them. Reflecting on the difference between entertainment and sports audiences, Bachchan observed that sports fans are relentless and tribal. Unlike film audiences, who need to be constantly impressed, sports supporters bring a deeper, more enduring loyalty - provided the product is authentic and the intent is clear. Throughout the conversation, one theme remained consistent: the desire to create lasting impact rather than short-term returns. For me in sports, its about what can I do that makes a difference, Bachchan said. Because then I have something to do. Its not just signing a cheque. What emerges from the conversation is not just another celebrity investor story, but the portrait of a man steadily building a parallel legacy - one rooted in patience, personal capital, and long-term belief. In doing so, Abhishek Bachchan is proving that the most powerful second acts are often the ones built quietly, with conviction, and with the intent to last. Also Read:Amitabh Bachchan reveals how he and Abhishek Bachchan watch late-night sports without disturbing Jaya Bachchan: Kabhi-kabhi headphones lagakey sunte hain

Bollywood Hungama 18 Aug 2026 7:41 pm

Bala Devi Chandrasekhar recreates the pilgrimage to Pandharpur in her thematic work

The U.S.-based dancer presented Mauli: A Timeless Tradition at Kalakshetra, Chennai.

The Hindu 18 Aug 2026 6:13 pm

Jothimani moots new railway station at Mandaiyur to serve educational institutions, industries

In a memorandum to Satish Kumar, Chairman of Railway Board, she sought a Vande Bharat Express and a day time express train between Karur and Chennai, besides better passenger amenities at Vadamadurai station

The Hindu 18 Aug 2026 6:03 pm

Vijay Wants To Shift His Office. BJP Alleges Corruption In Tender Process

Vijay intends to shift the Chief Minister's Office from Fort St. George to Namakkal Kavingar Maaligai in Chennai to provide more workspace for his staff.

NDTV 18 Aug 2026 5:21 pm

Annamalai Gives TVK Government One Year to Prove Itself

Chennai, August 18: K. Annamalai, the leader of We the Leaders and former president of the Tamil Nadu BJP, announced on Tuesday that his organization will give the Tamilga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) government one year to demonstrate its effectiveness. He warned that after this period, any administrative failures will be exposed by his team. Annamalai ... Read more Annamalai Gives TVK Government One Year to Prove Itself

Morningstar 18 Aug 2026 5:10 pm

ASK Property Fund books 340 crore exit from Chennai housing project

The fund, which is the real estate private equity arm of the Blackstone-backed ASK Asset & Wealth Management Group, had deployed the capital into the project in 2023

The Hindu Businessline 18 Aug 2026 4:56 pm

The Hindu Lit for Life Unplugged: Meena Kandasamy on why the Left still does not know how to talk about sex

Ahead of her conversation at The Hindu Lit for Life Unplugged on August 21, poet-novelist Meena Kandasamy talks about surviving over a decade of Internet abuse, and why Chennai keeps pulling her back

The Hindu 18 Aug 2026 4:19 pm

8th Pay Commission: Mumbai, Chennai, Jaipur Meetings Announced; Check Updates On Salary Hikes, Pension Revision

While the commission has not issued a formal agenda, the consultations are expected to focus on long-standing demands regarding pay structure rationalisation.

NDTV 18 Aug 2026 3:54 pm

After 15-year wait, Railway Board finally approves merger of MRTS with Chennai Metro Rail

During the transition period of two years, the entire train operations would be handed over to the CMRL. The merger of the MRTS was initiated through a proposal dated January 27, 2011sent by Tamil Nadu government.

The Hindu 18 Aug 2026 3:48 pm

Bharatanatyam artiste Shweta Prachande navigates the many facets of water in Apah

The young dancer made the most of an unusual theme at Natyarangams Pancha Bhootha Bharatham festival at Narada Gana Sabha in Chennai.

The Hindu 18 Aug 2026 3:05 pm

DMK Mouthpiece Targets CM Vijay Over Trisha

The DMKs mouthpiece Murasoli has criticised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay over actress Trisha Krishnans presence at the Independence Day celebrations in Chennai. The newspaper, founded by former Tamil Nadu chief minister M Karunanidhi, questioned why Trisha was seated in the front row at the August 15 event at Fort St George and [] The post DMK Mouthpiece Targets CM Vijay Over Trishas I-Day Event Appearance: Could Not Be Tolerated appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 18 Aug 2026 2:04 pm

New Book Reveals the Biological Secret to Sustained High Performance without Burnout

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 18: In an era where workplace exhaustion is treated as a badge of honour, a groundbreaking new book flips the script on productivity. Renowned wellness expert and pioneer Rakhi Kapoor announces the release of her twenty-seventh book, The Long Exhale: Sustained Peak Performance Beyond Burnout. This highly anticipated non-fiction work reframes physical and mental recovery not as a reward for hard work, but as the foundational skill required for high performance.

Business Standard 18 Aug 2026 2:00 pm

Modern Public Plaza to Be Developed in Omandurar Government Estate

Chennai, August 18: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) is set to transform a portion of the Omandurar Government Estate into a modern public plaza. This space will be designed for seating, exhibitions, and public events. The municipal corporation aims to utilize the vacant land surrounding the government hospital more effectively. This area will serve as ... Read more Modern Public Plaza to Be Developed in Omandurar Government Estate

Morningstar 18 Aug 2026 1:05 pm

TNCC chief Manickam Tagore blames AIADMK, BJP for Tamil Nadu

TNCC chief Manickam Tagore blames AIADMK, BJP for Tamil Nadus NEET crisis Chennai: Tamil Nadu Congress Committee President, Manickam Tagore, has attacked AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami over the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test, accusing him of attempting to conceal his partys historic betrayal of Tamil Nadu students by blaming the Congress. In a post on [] The post TNCC chief Manickam Tagore blames AIADMK, BJP for Tamil Nadus NEET crisis appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 18 Aug 2026 12:52 pm

Two new business dailies set for launch in India after nearly 18 years

The New Indian Express group is planning a national financial daily from Kochi, while Kumudam is preparing a bilingual Tamil-English business newspaper from Chennai

Business Standard 18 Aug 2026 12:27 pm

50 Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains Coming Soon: What Passengers Need To Know

Indian Railways is preparing to expand its Vande Bharat sleeper network, with ICF Chennai set to manufacture 50 trainsets featuring 24 coaches each.

NDTV 18 Aug 2026 11:45 am

ASK Property Fund exits Shriram Properties Chennai project for Rs 340 crore

ASK Property Fund exited its Chennai residential project investment. The fund realized Rs 340 crore against its Rs 215 crore investment. This exit delivered a gross investment multiple of approximately 1.6x. Shriram Properties CEO noted a long-term relationship with ASK Property Fund. ASK Property Fund continues focusing on residential projects with strong fundamentals.

The Economic Times 18 Aug 2026 11:41 am

Heavy Rain Expected in Chengalpattu and Viluppuram Districts of Tamil Nadu

Chennai, August 18: Heavy rainfall is anticipated in the Chengalpattu and Viluppuram districts of Tamil Nadu due to a weak atmospheric circulation in the coastal areas. This information was provided by the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai. According to the latest bulletin from the weather department, heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is ... Read more Heavy Rain Expected in Chengalpattu and Viluppuram Districts of Tamil Nadu

Morningstar 18 Aug 2026 10:54 am

Heavy rain likely in Chengalpattu, Villupuram; Chennai may get showers

Rainfall activity is likely to intensify further on Wednesday, with heavy showers forecast in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Villupuram and the Nilgiris. Light rain may continue over the northern coastal belt and the Western Ghats districts on Wednesday and Thursday, the bulletin said

Mid Day 18 Aug 2026 10:44 am

TN reservoir storage falls to 37 pc as weak monsoon deepens water concerns

TN reservoir storage falls to 37 pc as weak monsoon deepens water concerns Chennai: Tamil Nadus reservoir storage has fallen sharply as an underperforming southwest monsoon and unusually high temperatures continue to strain the states water resources. As of Monday, the 90 reservoirs monitored by the Water Resources Department together held 83.124 thousand million cubic [] The post TN reservoir storage falls to 37 pc as weak monsoon deepens water concerns appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 18 Aug 2026 9:38 am