Second ATM Robbery in Chennai Suburbs Within 3 Days, Rs 12 Lakh Stolen
On Monday morning, a gang had stolen Rs. 9 lakh from an ICICI ATM at Somangalam and the modus operandi was the same. On Thursday, a gang stole Rs. 12 lakh from another private bank ATM in Gummidipoondi in Thiruvallur district
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on August 28
In 1936, Cotar Ramaswami made India Test debut; he was later listed as death unknown
Ramaswami, born on June 16, 1896, in Madras (now Chennai), made his Test debut aged 40 years and 39 days against England at Manchester on July 25, 1936.
Chennai grew on me like no other place: Tamil Nadu DGP Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal
Gumpe Rime Scripts History, Becomes First Arunachalee Coach In Indian Super League (ISL)
Itanagar, August 28: Former India goalkeeper Gumpe Rime has created history by becoming the first coach from Arunachal Pradesh to join an Indian Super League (ISL) coaching staff. He has been appointed as the Goalkeeping Coach of Chennaiyin FC for the upcoming season. Hailing from West Siang district, Rime enjoyed a 16-year professional playing career,... The post Gumpe Rime Scripts History, Becomes First Arunachalee Coach In Indian Super League (ISL) first appeared on Northeast Today .
Kanda Express carrying 453 tonnes of onion reaches Delhi as prices surge
The first 'Kanda Express', a dedicated rail rake, carrying about 453.65 tonnes of onion from Nashik in Maharashtra arrived in Delhi on Friday, as part of the government's efforts to boost supplies in the national capital and nearby cities and rein in prices. The first Kanda Express, carrying 453.65 tonnes of onion in 21 wagons, reached the national capital in the morning, Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare told PTI. The onion, stored at Nashik, will be sold at a subsidised rate of Rs 35 per kg in Delhi-NCR. Some of the stock will also be sent to nearby cities such as Chandigarh, Ludhiana and Jammu, she said. The Centre currently holds about 1.21 lakh tonnes of onion as buffer stock under the Price Stabilisation Fund. Khare said a Kanda Express rake bound for Chennai would be loaded on Friday, followed by rakes for three other destinations -- Madurai, Ernakulam and Guwahati -- one after another. The impact of the buffer stock release is expected to bring down retail onion pri
Oil & gas stocks after 6 months of West Asia crisis: Who beat markets, who lagged & whats next?
The Nifty Oil & Gas Index lagged behind the broader market following the onset of the West Asia conflict. Despite this, Aegis Logistics and Chennai Petroleum Corporation demonstrated strong performance among sector stocks. Conversely, state-run oil marketing companies saw their values drop significantly. Analysts believe OMCs are a cautious investment choice, necessitating stable crude prices for a turnaround. Meanwhile, Aegis Logistics and Chennai Petroleum retain distinct investment opportunities moving forward.
India's Data Centre Boom: $300 Billion Bet, 101 Million Square Feet by 2030
Mumbai-MMR remains India's biggest data centre market. Chennai, Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR and Hyderabad are emerging as important data centre clusters.
Harrowing wait for 85 Tamil Nadu pilgrims missing in Nepal flash flood
Gold price stood at Rs 1,59,610 per 10gm on August 28, while silver was at Rs 2,41,800 per kg. Check 24K, 22K gold and silver rates across major cities
Praggnanandhaa creates history, becomes first Indian to win Grand Chess Tour
Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu completed a remarkable turnaround against Fabiano Caruana to win the Grand Chess Tour Finals in St. Louis on Thursday, August 27. With that, the Chennai-born grandmaster secured his maiden title in the competition and prize money of nearly Rs 2 crore. The victory also gave the Indian grandmaster a place in Grand Chess Tour history. According to Chess.com, Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian player to win the Grand Chess Tour.
Chennai, August 28: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG) successfully concluded the second edition of the joint maritime exercise Cooperation Hop-Tac near Chennai on Thursday. This exercise showcased the shared commitment of both nations towards regional stability and maritime security. According to reports, the strategic exercise involved significant operational deployment, ... Read more Indian and Vietnamese Coast Guards Successfully Complete Joint Exercise Cooperation Hop-Tac Near Chennai
Fabless chip startup Aheesa eyes $10mn in funding, commercial rollout by FY27
From premium bikes to robotics, semiconductors, Yamaha widens India play
No News About 49 Tourists Taken by Chromepet Travels Company, Say Kin
They left for Nepal from Chennai airport on August 14 through Delhi and planned to return on Thursday.
Tamil Nadu Sends IAS-Led Team to Rescue Stranded Tamils in Nepal
Chennai, August 28: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has ordered the dispatch of an IAS-led team to Nepal to coordinate rescue efforts for Tamil Nadu residents stranded in the northern Himalayan region following severe flooding. The decision came after Chief Minister Vijay chaired an emergency meeting with officials to review the situation of ... Read more Tamil Nadu Sends IAS-Led Team to Rescue Stranded Tamils in Nepal
Rajinikanth, a secret Chennai park, and a Gandhi impersonator
Stories dont always begin with pitches; sometimes, they can emerge from unexpected gates and casual strolls
Kamal Haasan calls for abolition of NEET, backs entrance exam reforms
DVAC conducts surprisechecks at government offices across T.N.
Woman died of electrocution in Anna Nagar: Police
24 kg of ganja seized from passenger at Koyambedu travel office
Chennai grew on me like no other place, says Head of Police Force
Police question Sekarbabu over clash between DMK and TVK members on polling day
Ex-Minister Sekarbabu appeared before the inspector of police at the North Beach police station on Wednesday. His statement was recorded and then he was allowed to leave
Can Chennai airport handle Code F aircraft?
Officials say that the airport can handle Code F aircraft on the main runway when certain procedures are in place. Antonov An-124 Ruslan, one of the largest cargo aircraft, was received in October last year
Two arrested for smuggling 36g of Heroin by train
AC mechanic held for motorcycle thefts
Mom among 7 arrested for selling newborn girl to childless couple from Andhra
Chennai-Kanyakumari 8-lane plan will ease gridlock, says minister Aadhav Arjuna
Man held for harassing woman cop
Chennais coast: the biggest open air arena that entertains all
No immediate case for new airport in Tamil Nadu: Study
TN govt creates 284 posts for superspecialist doctors
ATM heist in Chennai: Culprits cut open chest, take 11.5 lakh
Tamil Nadu auto unions seek base fare of at least 60 with 25 for every additional kilometre
C Ve Shanmugam seeks state-led caste survey
Stray dog menace: HC sets two-week deadline to file status report
DMK, AIADMK close ranks against TVK over dalit upliftment
TN to set up social justice board; open womens college through Waqf Board in Chennai
CM Vijay sends team to Nepal to bring back 103 TN pilgrims
Association seeks additional posts in DMS institutions to complete entries for medico-legal cases
Tamil Cinema Sees Decline in Group Dancer Roles Amid Changing Trends
Manickam Tagore demands release of 5,109 crore in Samagra Shiksha funds for Tamil Nadu
TNCC president says the Union government had withheld 1,788 crore in 2024-25, 1,496 crore in 2025-26 and 1,825 crore in the current financial year
Dr M S Swaminathan Wetland Eco Park Transforms Dump Into Indias First Sponge Park
400 missing mobile phones recovered from various States, handed over to owners
Police used the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal to track the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of the missing and stolen phones
Justices G. Jayachandran and E. Manoharan direct Special Government Pleader (HR&CE) to obtain instructions by September 10, 2026
Parandur airport: Development vs environment debate returns to Tamil Nadu | The Hindu Editorial
The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government has scrapped the 27,400 crore Parandur greenfield airport project near Chennai, citing concerns over farmers, residents and waterbodies. While supporters see it as a victory for local communities, critics warn the move could impact Chennais long-term infrastructure and aviation growth.
Andhra set to emerge as third subsea hub following datacentre buildout
The State is seeing investments from Microsoft and Google, who are building fresh subsea cable infrastructure, currently concentrated in Mumbai and Chennai
A second airport for Chennai brooks no further delay
Using kids in poll campaigns cant invalidate election: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
DMK MLA Sekarbabu questioned over clash on polling day
Sekarbabu appeared before the inspector of police at the North Beach police station on Wednesday. His statement was recorded and then he was allowed to leave.
Has Tamil Nadu assembly turned into a fight club, asks Premallatha Vijayakanth
Chennai hospital opens centre for cornea surgery that skips transplants
Newborn sold to A.P. couple for 9 lakh, seven arrested
The woman had allegedly sold her child to the childless couple from Andhra Pradesh due to financial constraints
Volunteers raise slogans for Korattur lake restoration
Volunteers raise slogans for Korattur lake restoration
21 ECR bungalows, villas get eviction notice for CRZ violation
No need to panic over H1N1, says Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Tamil Nadu to examine H1N1 vaccination for elderly, pregnant women: Health minister Arunraj
Chennai-based theatre group stages Vaikom Basheers stories in Shivamogga
The play will be staged at Heggodu in Sagara taluk on August 28 and again at Mysuru Rangayana on August 30
Like The Lord Of The Rings: Exhibitors Praise Ramayana's VFX After Watching 15-Minute Preview
The unreleased footage showcased in Chennai reportedly featured never-seen-before creatures and VFX that left exhibitors impressed by the film's scale and visual ambition
Enhanced insurance coverage under CMCHIS to be implemented soon: Tamil Nadu Minister Arunraj
Coverage under CMCHIS will increase from 5 lakh to 25 lakh. Beneficiaries can continue to use their existing insurance cards, says Arunraj
India Ready to Provide Comprehensive Aid to Flood-Affected Nepal: H. Raja
Chennai, August 27: Senior BJP leader H. Raja expressed deep sorrow over the recent tragedy in Nepal caused by unprecedented flooding. He stated that the Indian government is prepared to offer all necessary assistance to Nepal. In a post on the social media platform X, H. Raja wrote, The melting glaciers have led to extraordinary ... Read more India Ready to Provide Comprehensive Aid to Flood-Affected Nepal: H. Raja
India Plans Major Expansion Of Railway Capacity
India is looking to significantly expand railway capacity across its busiest routes, with Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighting the need to strengthen seven high-density corridors spanning around 11,000 km.In a latest social media post, Vaishnaw states that these routes account for nearly 41% of total rail traffic despite making up only 16% of the railway network. The seven corridors include Delhi-Howrah, Howrah-Chennai, Chennai-Mumbai, Mumbai-Delhi, Delhi-Chennai, Mumbai-Howrah and Delhi-Guwahati.The Centre has also approved four multitracking projects worth 9,450 crore, which will add around 410 km of new rail lines across states including West Bengal and Tamil Nadu.Vaishnaw stressed that expanding rail capacity is crucial for reducing logistics costs and making transportation greener.
Nepal flash floods: 21 Tamils rescued, says Union Ministry of External Affairs
A 57-member group from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry had travelled to Nepal as part of a tour. Besides this group, another 49 people had travelled to Nepal from Chennai.
CM Vijay sends ministerial team, top IAS officer to Nepal to rescue 103 stranded Tamil pilgrims
New college in Chennai to benefit women from minority communities: Tamil Nadu Minister
Educational assistance to Muslim girl students to be extended beyond Class 8; dedicated MBC Welfare Board to be established at a cost of 3 crore
New college in Chennai to benefit women from minority communities: Tamil Nadu Minister
Educational assistance to Muslim girl students to be extended beyond Class 8; dedicated MBC Welfare Board to be established at a cost of 3 crore
Dedicated centre for pinhole pupilloplasty launched at Chennai hospital
Pinhole pupilloplasty is a microsurgical technique developed by Amar Agarwal, chairman of Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospitals
Yamaha YZF-R2 launched at 2.30 lakh with new 200cc engine
Manufactured in Chennai, the new motorcycle is aimed at domestic and developed overseas markets, with production expected to reach 50,000 units annually
Nepal floods: 20 Tamils brought to safety; rescue of 83 others delayed, says Tamil Nadu Minister
A 57-member group from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry had travelled to Nepal as part of a tour; 20 of them have been rescued, while 34 from T.N. are yet to be brought to safety. Besides this group, another 49 people had travelled to Nepal from Chennai
Vijay Deputes Officials to Nepal to Oversee Relief, Rescue of Tamil Nadu Natives
Apart from 57, a Chennai-based travel agency took 49 pilgrims to Mansarovar yatra, and currently efforts were on to ascertain their travel plans and whereabouts
B.R.Goyal Infra secures Rs 119.85 crore toll collection contract from NHAI
B.R.Goyal Infrastructure said that it has received a Rs 119.85 crore work order from NHAI for a one-year engagement as user-fee collection agency at the Surapattu Fee Plaza on the Chennai Bypass in the state of Tamil Nadu.
Kavin discloses the quality he admires most in his
Chennai, Aug 27 (IANS) Actor Kavin, who plays the lead along with actress Nayanthara in director Vishnu Edavans eagerly awaited romantic entertainer Hi, has now disclosed the quality he admires most in Nayanthara. Talking to IANS, Kavin said, I think I admire her ability to multi-task. She is a producer who makes movies, and she []
Todays Gold Rate, Aug 27: Check gold rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on August 27
'Ramayana' exclusive preview: One-eyed demon, bear-like creature shown
The Big Cine Expo 2026, held in Chennai on August 18 and 19, showcased never-before-seen 15-minute footage from the upcoming film Ramayana.
CPI(M) Demands Action Against Officials for Suppressing Leftist Protests in Tamil Nadu
Chennai, August 27: The state secretary of CPI(M), P. Shanmugam, has called for action against Chief Secretary C. Joseph Vijay, the Tehsildar of Guzhiliyamparai, and other officials accused of attempting to suppress leftist organizations activities. In a letter addressed to Chief Minister Vijay, Shanmugam requested the cancellation of a decision made during a meeting chaired ... Read more CPI(M) Demands Action Against Officials for Suppressing Leftist Protests in Tamil Nadu
Chennais sports culture is still going strong: Managing Director of MRF Ltd.
Rahul Mammen Mappillai is the Managing Director of MRF Ltd.
The Governor of Tamil Nadu, Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, has received a detailed dossier alleging academic, financial and governance irregularities in the states higher-education sector, submitted to him this week in his capacity as Chancellor of the University of Madras. Loyola College, Chennai, is the principal subject of the representation. The dossier was submitted by R. [] The post Loyola Alumnus Takes National-Security Alarm To Governor Arlekar Over Loyola College: Foreign Nationals, A Dubai Firm, Crores In Alleged Fund Misuse appeared first on The Commune .
TN Govt Monitoring Rescue of Mansarovar Pilgrims on Hourly Basis: Minister
Apart from 57, a Chennai-based travel agency took 49 pilgrims to Mansarovar yatra, and currently efforts were on to ascertain their travel plans and whereabouts, he added
Veteran Telugu Actor-Producer GV Narayana Rao Passes Away
Narayana Rao shared a long and memorable association with Megastar Chiranjeevi, who was also his batchmate at the film institute in Chennai.
Food, music and Chennai favourites come together at The Hindus Food and Music Festival
As Chennai turns 387, the Made of Chennai festivities draw to a close with an evening of music, food, games and city-wide nostalgia at YMCA, Nandanam
Tamil Nadu Assembly Budget Session Resumes with Question Hour
Chennai, August 27: The Tamil Nadu Assemblys budget session has resumed as of Thursday. This marks the first time Question Hour will take place since the TVK government took office. On August 5, the general budget for 2026-27 was presented, followed by the agricultural budget on August 6. Members discussed both financial documents on August ... Read more Tamil Nadu Assembly Budget Session Resumes with Question Hour
Nayanthara is back on the news. The Lady Superstars current film Toxic, which stars KGF star Yash in the lead, has set the box-office on fire. As per reports, the action extravaganza has collected a whopping Rs 140 crore worldwide. This further cements Nayantharas reputation as a box-office lucky charm.
Why was Parandur airport scrapped? | Explained
What were the main objections to the Parandur site? How much land had been acquired? What approvals had the plan secured? Why does Chennai need another airport? What will Terminal 5 add to Chennai airports capacity? How soon can Chennai get a second airport?
Moderate Rain Expected in Seven Districts of Tamil Nadu, Temperature Rise Likely in Several Areas
Chennai, August 27: Moderate rainfall is expected in seven districts of Tamil Nadu on Thursday. The India Meteorological Department has also warned that temperatures may rise in the northern interior regions of the state over the next few days. According to the latest weather bulletin, a weak low-pressure area persists in the lower atmosphere over ... Read more Moderate Rain Expected in Seven Districts of Tamil Nadu, Temperature Rise Likely in Several Areas
TN Assembly to resume budget session, Question Hour begins today
Chennai, Aug 27 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly will resume its ongoing budget session on Thursday, with Question Hour scheduled for the first time since the TVK government assumed office. The general Budget for 2026-27 was presented in the Assembly on August 5, followed by the Agriculture Budget on August 6. Members debated the []
Moderate rain likely in seven TN districts; temperatures set to rise
Chennai, Aug 27 (IANS) Seven districts of Tamil Nadu are likely to receive moderate rain on Thursday, even as the India Meteorological Department warned that temperatures could rise across the northern interior parts of the state over the next few days. In its latest weather bulletin, the department said a weak low-pressure circulation persisted in []
