AIADMK chief slams Union ministers response on Mekedatu dam row
Chennai: AIADMK Chief Edappadi K Palaniswami on Tuesday slammed Union Minister of State Raj Bhushan Chowdharys reply in the Parliament on a dam proposed by the Karnataka government across the Cauvery at Mekedatu, saying that the reply misinterpreted the Supreme Courts verdict. Expressing deep shock over the statement, the AIADMK general secretary said in a 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 .
HCL employees chant we want hike as CEO C Vijayakumar takes stage at anniversary event
HCL celebrated its 50th anniversary in Chennai with a viral video. Employees chanted 'We want hike' as CEO C Vijayakumar took the stage. The event featured a performance by singer Anirudh Ravichander for employees. C Vijayakumar has led HCL as CEO since 2016. This article is based on a user-generated post on X.
Vibe Drive Unveils One of Chennai's First Fully Integrated Automotive Destination
Vibe Drive has launched a first-of-its-kind integrated automotive facility on Chennai's 200 Feet Radial Road, Kovilambakkam, bringing together vehicle sales, servicing, detailing and customer hospitality under one roof. Vibe Drive - One of Chennai's First Fully Integrated Automotive Destination The facility was inaugurated yesterday by J. C. D. Prabhakar, Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, marking the launch of a new integrated automotive destination for customers in Chennai. Spread across 13,000 sq. ft., the facility combines four specialist brands: Vibe Drive, HB Multibrand, Slick Lab by Vibe Drive, and Snack & Rack, creating a seamless experience for vehicle owners from purchase to long-term care. The venture is founded by automobile entrepreneurs Ashvath Jacinth and Naveen Antony, whose complementary journeys shaped the vision behind the project. Ashvath Jacinth brings experience across automotive manufacturing, vehicle sales and entrepreneurship. Through Vibe Drive, he has built a business focused on transparent buying, selling, sourcing and evaluation of pre-owned vehicles across every segment. Naveen Antony, an electronics engineer by training, entered the automotive industry after successfully restoring his own flood-damaged car when others declared it beyond repair. He went on to establish HB Multibrand, earning a reputation for advanced diagnostics, ECU programming, electrical troubleshooting and restoration of complex vehicles. Despite setbacks during the COVID-19 pandemic, he rebuilt the business with renewed determination. Together, the founders have created an automotive destination that caters to everything from routine maintenance and major mechanical repairs to premium detailing, ceramic coatings, paint protection films, performance upgrades and body repairs. Customers can also relax at Snack & Rack, an in-house lounge featuring refreshments, high-speed Wi-Fi and English pool tables while their vehicles are serviced. The facility caters to all categories of vehicles, from everyday hatchbacks and family SUVs to commercial vehicles, luxury marques and high-performance automobiles. " Our vision was to build more than a workshop. We wanted to create a destination built on trust, technical expertise and a genuine passion for automobiles, where every customer receives the same level of care regardless of the vehicle they own ," said Ashvath Jacinth, Founder and Partner, Vibe Drive . 200 Feet Radial Road, Kovilambakkam, Chennai : Ashvath Jacinth - Founder and Partner - +91 96772 77775
Ravi Mohan divorce case: Court rejects Rs 40 lakh alimony plea
The Chennai Family Welfare Court rejected a Rs 40 lakh monthly alimony plea. Ravi Mohan must now pay Rs 3 lakh monthly until divorce proceedings conclude. The court also allowed the actor unrestricted meetings with his two sons. This order addresses financial and visitation disputes in the ongoing divorce case. The long-running legal battle between Ravi Mohan and Aarti continues.
Vijay has written to Prime Minister Narenda Modi contending that the response ignored settled legal principles governing inter-state rivers and the rights of lower riparian states.
Hundreds Stranded at Chennai Airport's International Terminal
Airport sources said between 5.00 am and 11.00 am, around 17 international flights were scheduled to depart from the airport.
Three arrested with 14,060 painkiller tablets in Chennai
The tablets were seized in two separate cases at Elephant Gate and Ashok Nagar
Tamil Nadu CM Urges PM Modi to Halt Mekedatu Dam Project Approval
Chennai, July 28: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the central government not to grant any legal or administrative approval for Karnatakas proposed Mekedatu dam project. He argues that this would violate the decisions of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal and the Supreme Courts ruling on ... Read more Tamil Nadu CM Urges PM Modi to Halt Mekedatu Dam Project Approval
Tamil Nadu Minister Boycotts University Convocation Amid National Anthem Protocol Controversy
Chennai, July 28: The 33rd convocation ceremony of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, faced significant controversies on Tuesday, leading to a chaotic academic event. Just before the ceremony commenced, protests erupted among students due to a decision by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to limit the number of students receiving degrees directly from him. ... Read more Tamil Nadu Minister Boycotts University Convocation Amid National Anthem Protocol Controversy
Traffic police inspector arrested for 'molesting' woman in Chennai
A traffic police inspector was arrested for allegedly molesting a woman in Chennai. The accused, Manimaran, was under the influence of alcohol while travelling on a motorcycle. He inappropriately touched a woman walking along a road in Velachery. Passers-by and motorists came to the woman's aid after she raised an alarm. Police registered a case and arrested Manimaran after examining CCTV footage.
2 dead, several injured in multi-vehicle crash near Villupuram in Tamil Nadu
A multi-vehicle collision on the Aiyayur Agaram flyover resulted in two fatalities. A two-wheeler lost control and struck an oncoming luxury bus. A speeding car then collided with the rear of the bus. Bhupathi, a Villupuram resident, died instantly at the scene. John Anbazhagan, traveling in the car, also succumbed to his injuries.
Free textbooks distributed to college students by Rajasthan Youth Association in Chennai
The RYA Book Bank Project provides free textbooks to college students pursuing arts, science, and engineering courses
Heavy Rainfall Expected in Tamil Nadu Over the Next Three Days
Chennai, July 28: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy rainfall in several parts of Tamil Nadu over the next three days. According to the weather department, heavy rains are expected in the Nilgiri, Coimbatore, and Theni districts by the end of the week. The IMD reported that this weather change is due to ... Read more Heavy Rainfall Expected in Tamil Nadu Over the Next Three Days
Karur stampede: Madras high court quashes govt jobs for victims' kin, says employment must be earned
The Madras High Court has overturned the provision of government jobs to 31 family members of the victims of the Karur stampede, underlining that public employment is not a privilege to be granted indiscriminately. The court highlighted that jobs should be acquired through merit. Furthermore, it proposed skill training and entrepreneurship as preferable avenues for assistance to the affected families, cautioned against creating a surge of similar requests.
CM To Skip Vaikos Book Release In Delhi
The Tamil translation would be released in Chennai with the Chief Minister doing the honours.
Correspondent, headmistress convicted in school fund misappropriation case
Based on an inflated enrolment, the accused allegedly secured the appointment of six excess teaching posts and obtained corresponding government benefits
The woman reimagining Kattaikoothu for a warming world
Thilagavathi Palani uses the centuries-old Tamil folk theatre to shine the spotlight on climate change and the effects of rising temperatures on peoples health and livelihoods
Woman attempts to harm herself outside Chief Ministers Special Cell
She arrived at the Secretariat around 11 a.m. to present a grievance before the CMs Special Cell regarding a land dispute with another resident of her village
Special Sub-Inspector arrested for accepting 5,000 bribe in Tirupathur
Chennai Corporation to develop six facilities for the homeless, including transit shelters
Ward 104 councillor T.V. Shemmozhisaid a number of homelesspersons were found in areas such as Anna Nagar and some of them needsupport
48-year-old man found dead near Tiruttani
A.P. steps up supply of Krishna water to meet citys needs
The increase in Krishna water supply comes at a time when the Southwest monsoon has failed to bring adequate rainfall so far to build storage in five reservoirs
Vision screening camp held for inmates at Puzhal Central Prison
Woman falls from moving train while fending off mobile phone snatcher
Gang stabs two PachaiyappasCollege students in subway, seven detained
The victims were walking in the subway towards Park Railway Station when they were confronted by nearly 20 youth who had allegedly been waiting there
Woman run over by express train while crossing track near Singaperumal Koil railway station
Residents federation to hold torchlight vigil against Kodungaiyur waste-to-energy plant
The association members demanded the proposed waste-to-energy plant be dropped and the existing incinerator be shut down
Man who stabbed 16-year-old girl dies by suicide in Tamil Nadu
T.N. government bans transport of rough stones, aggregates to other States for three months
The move aims to ensure that the supply of construction materials is sufficient in the State
Mayor complains about cyber-stalking, obscene social media posts
Bodies of two teenaged girls swapped after post-mortems at Govt Stanley Hospital
Woman commits self-immolation at Secretariat
Airport uncertainty wont affect metro rail extension
Chennai supervisor says he was robbed of company money at knifepoint
DMK functionary found dead near Tiruttani
TVK govt has slowed its fight against corruption, says Anbumani
Two Pachaiyappas College students stabbed; seven students nabbed
EPS yet to decide on appearing before speaker, says Agri Krishnamurthy
Enrolment committee of Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry reconstituted
Chennai Researchers Launch Citys First Comprehensive Frog Survey
Preliminary surveys have documented eight species
TN govt proposes a new recruitment board to hire college faculty
Madurai Residents Throw Birthday Bash for 107-Year-Old Banyan Tree
Students, activists rally around the giant to celebrate and protect eco-heritage
Tamil Nadu excavators unearth ancient shell industry off Gulf of Mannar
Archaeologists said conch shells are aplenty in the shallow waters of Gulf of Mannar.
PMLA rigours apply, long incarceration no ground for bail: Madras HC
Montek Singh Ahluwalia-led panel to suggest measures to boost Tamil Nadus revenue
Korattur Lake movement urges minister to declare waterbody as bird sanctuary
EFIs Turn the Tide initiative invites public to report polluted waterbodies
TVS launches junior racing programme, targets 10-14-year-olds
Ripon Buildings illuminated green to mark World Hepatitis Day
The awareness initiative was organised by the Greater Chennai Corporation in collaboration with the Chennai Liver Foundation and the Rotary Club of Chennai Towers
ICOI ASEAN Congress 2026 inaugurated at Saveetha University
One of the largest international scientific meetings in the implant dentistry, ICOI ASEAN Congress 2026 brings together over 700 delegates from across 18 countries for three days
HC orders armed guard for ex-IAS officer Sagayam
Indo Cine Appreciation Foundation to screen Japanese films
The inauguration ceremony will be held at Alliance Francaise, Nungambakkam, at 5.30 p.m. on July 28
TMB to invest more in cybersecurity, targets 20% of IT budget
Experts call for State-specific modules in National Family Health Survey
They said the survey should cover issues such as infertility, ageing, underweight among children and migration for Tamil Nadu; an expert raised the need for more research on the nutritional status of children, noting that one fourth of children under age five are underweight
IIT-M creates advanced cooling tech for laptops, smartphones
Wheels India Q1 net profit jumps 42% to 37 crore
Bodies of two girls handed over to wrong families at Stanley Hospital
Hospital staff subsequently retrieved the bodies and handed them over to the correct families
'Could open floodgates': Why Madras high court quashed govt jobs for Karur stampede victims' kin
The Madras High Court's Madurai Bench recently invalidated the allocation of government jobs to the relatives of victims from the Karur stampede. The ruling highlighted concerns over constitutional principles of equality and the right to equal opportunity in public service. The court pointed out that current waiting lists for compassionate appointments had been ignored.
The 8th pay commission panel is scheduled to hold state and union territory visits and meetings in Delhi, Chennai, and Puducherry in August and September this year as part of its consultation process. Check the full list of cities, dates and other details here
Fix minimum and maximum prices for milk, industry appeals to T.N. government
Like rice and vegetables, milk prices too could be pegged to availability within a range fixed by the government so that consumers are not adversely affected, suggested consumer activist T. Sadagopan
Water Resources Department launches special desilting drive along Chennai waterways
The drive launched by Minister N. Anand is conducted with the help of NGOs and as part of CSR initiatives
Chennai Mayor lodges cyberbullying complaint against social media accounts
R. Priya said she had submitted a list of accounts, which had been continuously bullying her online for nearly a year, to Greater Chennai Police Commissioner A. Amalraj
Chennai Corporation to start survey of out-of-school children in 418 schools in August
Councillors have complained that data compilation of out-of-school children have not been reliable and valid in the past few years
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' screening halted after in Chennai
Screenings of the film Jana Nayagan faced interruption in Chennai as children were discovered watching the A-rated movie. The police stepped in, instructing parents to take their children out of the theater. Following this, refunds were issued, and the screenings resumed later. Other Chennai theatres reported similar disturbances and cancellations, raising concerns about age restrictions in cinema.
Chennai theatres halt Jana Nayagan shows over minors watching A-rated screenings
Several Chennai theatres stopped children from watching Jana Nayagan after the film received an A certificate. Families were turned away despite advance bookings, sparking disappointment. Theatre owners said they were strictly following CBFC rules, while the Vijay-starrer continues to perform strongly at the box office
Madras High Court to hear PIL on Karur Devadanam land issue
Litigant claims the department had lifted the ban on registration of those properties much to the disadvantage of four temples in Karur district
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan': Minors in 'A'-rated film disrupt Chennai screenings
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay's latest film, Jana Nayagan, faced an unexpected obstacle on July 26, Sunday.
Vijay's Jana Nayagan shows halted in Chennai over minors in A-rated screenings
Vijay's Jana Nayagan shows halted in Chennai over minors in A-rated screenings
Chennai court orders fresh probe into Rs 28 crore bribery case against DMK MLA Vaithilingam
A Chennai court ordered a new investigation into an alleged bribery case. The probe concerns former minister Vaithilingam and a Rs 28-crore bribe accusation. An anti-corruption NGO challenged the earlier closure of this significant investigation. The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption will now conduct the extended inquiry. This renewed investigation is expected to be completed within the next three months.
8th Pay Commission news: The 8th Pay Commission will hold stakeholder meetings in Chennai on September 7 and 8. Discussions in Puducherry are scheduled for September 9, with appointments closing August 18. Central government employee associations in Delhi met on August 7 and 10. The commission is gathering suggestions on pay, pension, and work conditions. Its final report is due in November 2025 after extensive consultations.
Investment platform Strata invests 96 crore in Chennai, Bengaluru residential projects
Strata invested ninety-six crore rupees in three residential projects across Chennai and Bengaluru. These investments target annual returns of about sixteen percent through coupon payouts. The Chennai investments support apartment and villa developments along the OMR corridor. Bengaluru saw thirty crore rupees invested in a plotted development near Devanahalli. These transactions highlight growing investor interest in private credit opportunities.
Ration shop in Tamil Nadu turns into library, sparks reading trend
Velu Chinnasamy transformed a Kolapakkam fair price shop into a community hub. He added amenities like chairs, fans, and drinking water for residents. A community library, Thiruvalluvar Noolagam, was established with resident contributions and support. The library now offers various books, benefiting students and senior citizens alike. Plans are underway to expand the library with more seating and lighting.
'Chennai Love Story' BO jumps 11.1%
Chennai Love Story saw improved collections on its second day. The film earned an estimated Rs 5.50 crore net on Saturday. Its worldwide gross collection has now surpassed Rs 15 crore. Occupancy figures also showed an encouraging increase across Telugu theatres. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana led the domestic box office collections.
Adhesive gel pack found with food in Vande Bharat Express
Tambaram seeks 111-crore stormwater drain project to tackle flooding ahead of Northeast monsoon
TVK Ministers defend state govts actions on Cauvery row
TNs critical minerals opportunity
Global shifts and domestic incentives create opportunities across the critical minerals value chain, attracting investment and strengthening manufacturing.
Students federation organises rally seeking abolition of NEET and NTA
Disability rights activists to come up with plan for accessible bus stops
Coming soon: Stand-alone Tasmac bars
Man stabs 16-year-old girl who resisted his advances
Work on CMRLs Koyambedu-Alandur stretch hit by delays, to open next year
The Phase-II stretch from Koyambedu to Chennai Trade Centre was scheduled to be opened last month.While the Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch awaits an inauguration date from the Centre, work on stations between Porur and Vadapalani has been held up and will be ready only in 3 months
Chennai Corporation set to launch Intelligent Transport System in August
The project aims to enhance traffic management, improve road safety, and provide better public transport services; it is being implemented at a cost of 530 cr., with financial assistance from JICA
Rahul to visit TN on Aug 1, says K C Venugopal
MLAs disqualification issue: EPS summoned before speaker on July 30
Chennai forest officials, NCC cadets mark Mangrove Forest Day with fresh plantation drive
Over 28,000 get allotment orders as part of Round 1 of TNEA counselling
Under this, 8,811 tentative allotment orders were given and 19,739 received provisional allotment orders
15% students skip engineering counselling round one in Tamil Nadu
