Tamil Nadu Proposes Easing Rosewood Tree Felling Rules, Conservationists Alarmed
A year after Tamil Nadus rosewood conservation law lapsed, lack of plantation data and concerns over felling in the Nilgiris are putting the species under threat
Liquor outlets within 500m from temple, school zones thrive as usual in Tamil Nadu
Mettur Dam Delay Forces Trichy Banana Farmers to Cut Acreage
Banana cultivation down by a third. Farmers urged to adopt smart irrigation and water-saving techniques
SSI accused of using seized bikes
Tasmac bars enjoy extension, but remain filthy, dingy
Indian Bank AGM gives nod to raise 5,000cr
CM Joseph Vijay makes surprise visit to Egmore govt hospital, reviews patient care, amenities
DMK moves DVAC against ministers Anand, Nirmalkumar
Tamil Nadu govt renames three Secretariat departments
Veeranam starts filling up, but Chennai needs a good monsoon
Focus on local body polls, bye-elections: EPS tells partymen
Home guards detained after protest at Secretariat
DVAC seizes 4.32L at Elavur checkpost
Chatbots, QR Codes and an eICU: Tamil Nadu explores digital fixes for a crowded govt hospitals
Greater Chennai Corporations resting pods for sanitation workers likely to be ready by month-end
Only 11% of domestic cattle microchipped in city
He trains under GM M. Shyam Sundar at Chess Thulir Academy in Chennai now; he adds that his immediate goal is to improve his Elo from 2517 to 2600
TNCC, BJP trade barbs over Mekedatu, TN issues
Womens gym unveiled by minister in Mandaveli
Vijay Visits Children's Hospital In Chennai After Viral Video Alleges Lapses
During the visit, the Chief Minister interacted with doctors, reviewed hospital facilities and spoke to mothers admitted to the hospital.
Chennai GM Open: Full player list from Gukesh to Niemann, format, prize money, and key details
The Chennai Grand Masters 2026 will be held from July 16-22 in Chennai, featuring World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, Arjun Erigaisi, Hans Niemann and other top grandmasters. The eight-player single round-robin tournament offers a Rs 75 lakh prize pool and crucial FIDE Circuit points. Organisers have confirmed there will be no Challengers section this year.
Karaikudi commuters plea to operate one more night train to Chennai Egmore
Indian Bank, VIT Chennai felicitate PSBS Hackathon 2026 winners for anti-fraud innovations
The hackathon focused on developing innovative solutions to detect and prevent banking fraud, including mule accounts and supply chain fraud
Centre of excellence in paediatric robotic urology launched in Chennai
Giving KKR Trials At 14 In Front Of Ganguly Sir And Buchanan Felt Surreal, Says Samson
Kolkata Knight Riders: India wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson has opened up about how it felt surreal for him to give IPL selection trials for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the tender age of 14 in front of legends like former India skipper Sourav Ganguly and John Buchanan. Samson has been out of Indias playing eleven since the Manchester T20I against England, after having endured two low scores in Ireland. But on a trip down the memory lane, Samson, who played for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2026, credited his childhood coach Biju George for shaping his early career and opening doors for him to attend KKR trials. After I went on to perform well for Kerala in the Under-13 tournament, Biju sir took me all the way to the Kolkata Knight Riders selection trials when I was just 14 years old. That felt unbelievably surreal for a 14-year-old. Sourav Ganguly sir was the captain of KKR at the time, and John Buchanan was the head coach. I gave my trials in front of them, and based on that performance, they selected me to be a part of the KKR 'B' team during that period. We even got to travel to Sri Lanka for matches with the 'B' team. Biju sir continuously opened doors and created opportunities for us, so the credit for shaping the early stages of my career will always, unconditionally, go to him, he said in an episode of JioStar's 'Superstars'. Samson also threw light on the initial hardships his family faced when they relocated from Delhi to Thiruvananthapuram, including struggle for taking mid-term admission in school. When we left everything behind and moved back to Kerala, we initially couldn't get admission into any school in Trivandrum. We had moved there during the mid-term, so we weren't getting admission anywhere. We tried so many schools, thinking we would go here or there, do this or that, but nobody was ready to admit us. In the end, there was a school called St. Joseph's in Trivandrum. One of my father's friends held a high position there. He asked my father what the matter was, and my dad explained that we weren't getting school admissions. He simply said, 'No problem, get uniforms for the kids the next day and send them straight to school.' Thats how it all began in Trivandrum. On how his father connected with George, currently the head of talent scouting at KKR, Samson said his father Viswanathan making endless phone calls from Delhi to find out about the cricket infrastructure in Kerala helped them very well. While we were still in Delhi, my father used to make endless phone calls to friends in Kerala to find out about the cricket scene there. He didn't know Biju sir at first, but he had a close friend named Ali bhai. He would constantly ask them where he should send me and my brother for cricket training after we moved to Kerala. Ali bhai strongly recommended Biju George sir, saying he was the best coach in Kerala and that he would guide us well. My father agreed. On that very first day, we had a short trial where we faced about 10 balls each, so he could see our natural ability. Within just 10 minutes of watching us bat, Biju sir made up his mind. He immediately sent my brother to play for the Wayanad district team, he said it would be a great opportunity for him. For me, since I was younger, he said I had to wait because my Under-13 matches were coming up, he added. The explosive batter stated that the immense sacrifices made by his parents provided him with the ultimate motivation to succeed in playing cricket from a young age. We loved our routine, morning practice, go to school, rush back, and train again. At that age, it made us feel like we were doing something meaningful. Our peers at school and the academy respected us for it. He immediately sent my brother to play for the Wayanad district team, he said it would be a great opportunity for him. For me, since I was younger, he said I had to wait because my Under-13 matches were coming up, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score That is why getting out for 30 or 40 and then going home and telling my dad that I got out for 30 felt a bit heavy. But looking back, that environment brought the best out of me. While my friends played for fun, I walked onto the field with one goal, to make my parents proud and make their sacrifices count. That is what kept me focused at such a young age, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Chennai reading communities and book clubs are helping readers rekindle a lost habit
Can you tackle your reading slump with some help from Chennais book clubs and silent reading groups?
Chennais The Pole Camp takes the stage with Becoming, a thematic showcase
Founded by dancer and pole artiste Anusha Swamy, Chennai-based The Pole Camp stages Becoming , highlighting movement, fluidity and emotion in a one-of-its-kind stage showcase in the city
Growing third places: How Chennais pedestrian plazas are bringing young people together
Third places are essentially spaces where communities gather and connect, with home being the first place and work the second; beyond parks and cafs, pedestrian plazas in Chennai are now becoming crucibles of community
Jayaram breaks silence on 'Twenty:20' trolls
Actor Jayaram addressed social media trolling regarding his past remarks about a film's climax shoot. He acknowledged making a mistake due to memory lapses from events fifteen years ago. Jayaram clarified his deep connection to Tamil Nadu through his family background and upbringing. He has also lived in Chennai for over three decades due to his professional career.
India emerges as Europes manufacturing hub amid China+1 shift
Temperature levels high as monsoon remains subdued
Chennai has been experiencing elevated day temperatures and hot afternoons since the start of the week
Arcot MLA clarifies his absence at AIADMK consultative meeting
The Arcot MLA said that he had informed the party leadership about his inability to attend the consultative meeting at the AIADMKs headquarters in Chennai
Migrant worker killed while trying to board moving train at Tambaram railway station
NGO builds houses for five Irula families in Kancheepuram
Conservancy workers cleaning after TVK event sparks controversy
Suspended police Inspector held for alleged role in investment fraud
Minister S. Rajeshkumar various tourism development works at annual review meeting
He directs officials to expedite project implementation after consultations with district administrations
Man arrested for cheating trader of 15 lakh with fake land deal
Health WhatsApp chatbot service to be launched on pilot basis
The service will be implemented on a pilot basis at the Department of Respiratory Medicine at Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital starting on Wednesday
CREDAI seeks review of planning freeze imposed around Pallikaranai Ramsar Site
The office-bearers of the Chennai chapter call for a scientific delineation of the present 1-km influence zone. They allege that the curbs have affected over 1 lakh patta holders and may impact business activity worth more than 51,700 crore
Investment fraud: Suspended woman inspector arrested
1 lakh patta holders hit; Ramsar freeze has stalled South Chennai growth: CREDAI
Tasmac staff get 25% pay hike; warned against MRP violation
Justice Seshasayee transferred to Chennai bench of NCLAT
No need for wordplay: Cong MP Manickam Tagore says after Thirumas TVK alliance remarks
Tamil Nadu govt asks state election commissioner to resign
HC admits election petitions against Vijay and Adhav
India Must Enact AI Regulation Act to Ensure Fairness and Accountability
Railway track crack at Nungambakkam station delays suburban trains
Illegal Lotus Farming Threatens Thamirabarani Wetlands and Livelihoods
Chennais groundwater table drops 0.47m in June as rains fail to arrive
Govt tells state election commissioner to resign
From 2019-20 to 2025-26, it was during the COVID-19 pandemic year (2020-21) that thedrawalwas almost close to the allocated figure of around 6.99lakhtonnes, with the off-take being about 98%. In the remaining four years, it varied from around 73% during 2022-23 and 2023-24 to 79% during 2024-25
2 women held in Chennai for ganja smuggling at court
Minister refutes corruption charges in appointment of govt law officers
MLA poaching case: Senthilbalaji moves HC for anticipatory bail
Compulsory left or U-turn: Conflicting signage at SIET junction confuse road users
ICF senior engineer dies in Chennai after tree falls on motorcycle
Onam special train from Mangaluru to Chennai
Man injured after tree falls on two-wheeler at Duraisamy Subway
The traffic in the subway was restored after more than an hour
Man sleeping outside house hacked to death in Salem district
The murdered man has been identified as Manickam, 56, of Vellaiyur village.
Mercedes finds more buyers at the top end; plans broader EV portfolio
PG rent rises across city as food costs and LPG prices push up monthly expenses
TN mulls legal action over deemed univ tag for medical colleges
Litigant or lawyer has no right to demand early hearing of their pleas: HC
Search on for two persons for murder of youth on Walltax Road
The police are investigating if the crime is a fallout of a road rage incident or linked to the victims personal relationship
Credai urged CMDA to revisit the demarcation of the 1km uniform Ramsar influence zone covering 3,358 hectares.
Tamil Nadu makes digital registration mandatory for new property sales
Tamil Nadu: America 250 Vibrant In Chennai
The Consulates American Center inaugurated its Space Experiential Learning Center at the National Day celebration and the exhibit is now open for public display at the Consulate: Reports
Magnetic compression procedure used to treat bile duct blockage at private hospital in Chennai
The patient had undergone a living donor liver transplant in 2025. A year later, she developed itching and jaundice, and evaluation found she was suffering from a complete bile duct blockage
CM Vijay wishes Chennai's 'Thala' a special birthday; find out what he said on MS Dhoni's birthday.
MS Dhoni's 45th Birthday: MS Dhoni is celebrating his 45th birthday today. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay Thala congratulated him on the occasion.CM Vijay wishes MS Dhoni on his 45th birthdayCM Vijay Wishes MS Dhoni on His 45th Birthday: Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni is celebrating h...
Motorist killed by speeding car on ECR near Chennai
TN: Family abducts woman on highway for marrying Dalit man
Chennai: A woman in Tamil Nadus Tiruchirappalli was reportedly abducted by her family on Saturday, July 4, for marrying a Dalit man, with her kin assaulting her, hurling casteist slurs and giving death threats. According to The Hindu, the woman was identified as 27-year-old M Chithiravalli. She was allegedly abducted on the Tiruchi-Dindigul national highway 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 .
Karur stampede: TVK chief Vijay speaks to victims families on video calls
A core team of TVK functionaries has been facilitating the interactions through video calls, connecting Mr. Vijay. The cadres have requested the families not to record or photograph the calls.
'Thala For A Reason': FIFA WC, BCCI Lead Birthday Wishes As MS Dhoni Turns 45
BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla: Former India captain MS Dhoni, who is universally regarded as the best finisher in the modern game, is celebrating his 45th Birthday on Tuesday. On his special day, the sports fraternity shared heartwarming wishes on social media. Adding a unique touch to the celebrations, the FIFA World Cup 2026 instagram account shared a picture featuring Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, each with seven goals in the ongoing tournament, alongside the caption, 7 Goals. Thala for a reason. Happy Thala Day, a nod to Dhoni's iconic No. 7 jersey and the Thala nickname bestowed upon him by Chennai Super Kings fans. BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla shared a picture with Dhoni and wrote on X, Heartiest birthday wishes to MS Dhoni, a true icon of Indian cricket whose leadership and legacy continue to inspire millions. Wishing you good health, happiness, and many more memorable years ahead. Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan posted a photograph with Dhoni from India's 2013 Champions Trophy triumph and said, Happy Birthday, @msdhoni bhai! Your calmness under pressure and the way you've led the game will always inspire cricketers around the world. Wishing you good health and happiness always. Former India batter Aakash Chopra also paid tribute, writing, Some players win matches. Some win trophies. MS Dhoni won an era. Happy Birthday Maahi. The BCCI also celebrated the occasion by sharing a graphic highlighting Dhoni's remarkable career: '538 Intl Matches, 17,266 Intl Runs,829 Intl Dismissals behind the stumps. Winning Captain of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2007, ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2011, ICC Champions Trophy 2013. Happy Birthday to Former #TeamIndia Captain @msdhoni, an absolute icon of the game, the board wrote on X. His IPL franchise, Chennai Super Kings, released a video celebrating Dhoni's journey with the caption, A hero who became a way of life. A legacy that lives through every generation. The BCCI also celebrated the occasion by sharing a graphic highlighting Dhoni's remarkable career: '538 Intl Matches, 17,266 Intl Runs,829 Intl Dismissals behind the stumps. Winning Captain of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2007, ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2011, ICC Champions Trophy 2013. Happy Birthday to Former #TeamIndia Captain @msdhoni, an absolute icon of the game, the board wrote on X. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The highlights of Dhoni's illustrious 15-year career were leading India to remarkable achievements, including three prestigious ICC trophies: the T20 World Cup in 2007, the 50-over World Cup in 2011, and the Champions Trophy in 2013. These accomplishments stand out as the defining moments of his career. Since bidding farewell to international cricket in 2020, Dhoni has been delighting fans with his performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL), where he has five titles to his name. Article Source: IANS
Hitachi signs Rs 1,000 crore MoU with Tamil Nadu for expansion
Hitachi Energy India and Hitachi Energy Technology Services will invest one thousand crore rupees. This significant investment will expand their facilities in Chennai and Chengalpattu over five years. The expansion will create one thousand high-end technology jobs for skilled professionals. Their Global Technology and Innovation Centre at Porur will be expanded. Manufacturing operations at Chengalpattu will also be scaled up.
Gold prices saw a decline across major Indian jewellery brands today. Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kalyan Jewellers, and Joyalukkas reported lower rates. These price drops were observed in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai.
Man fatally stabbed after confrontation near Chennai Central Railway station
A twenty-two-year-old man was fatally stabbed following an altercation near Chennai Central Railway Station. The incident occurred late Monday night after his motorcycle brushed against a pedestrian. The pedestrian allegedly attacked the man with a sharp weapon before fleeing the scene. Passersby alerted authorities, and the victim was rushed to the hospital. Police have registered a murder case and are actively searching for the assailant.
Crack in railway track slows down operation of suburban trains in Chennai
The slow movement of the suburban trains resulted in a delay of more than 30 minutes for a commuter to reach Egmore railway station
Ravi Mohan gets teary-eyed in public event
Actor Ravi Mohan became emotional at a recent awards function in Chennai. He stated that fan affection is his greatest achievement and truly blessed him. Mohan reflected on his debut film 'Jayam' as a significant milestone in his career. He declared he would always choose peace and happiness over success and fame. The actor hopes to be remembered for love, affection, and compassion.
Pink Autos Steer Change In Chennai, While Offering Safer Rides To Passengers
Launched amid growing concerns over crimes against women, the Pink Auto initiative seeks to improve women's safety while simultaneously transforming the lives of women through financial independence.
Mahindra bets on Growth Gems for next phase of growth beyond autos
Cholamandalam sees EVs disrupting entry-level 2W segment
Attempt to bribe TVK MLA: Senthilbalaji, his brother fail to appear for inquiry
Officers attached to the Triplicane police station had travelled to Rameswarapatti village in Karur district and served the summons on the brothers
TN police arrest 621, seize narcotics in statewide crackdown
Indian Air Force chopper makes emergency landing in Chengalpets Keerapakkam
TN sets new record in wind power generation
Chennai police arrest 54 in week-long narcotics crackdown
Yelagiri Express train passes stop signal, Railways order inquiry
