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Women Farmers Empowerment Bill passed unanimously in Maharashtra Assembly

M.S. Swaminathan remembered in the House as Chennai-based MSSRF played a key role in drafting of the Bill

The Hindu 3 Jul 2026 4:18 am

Chennai Corporation fixes September 30 as deadline for road cuts by other service departments

The civic body requires all departments to conclude excavations by this date. It will authorise subsequent road cuts only after December. Work to restore major road cuts is already under way

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 11:43 pm

Congress vows to fight Mekedatu dam project

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 11:28 pm

Man snatches chain to buy gift for girlfriend; arrested

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 11:24 pm

Plaza built for people, claimed by everything else

T Nagars 40 crore dream has become a daily ordeal

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 10:56 pm

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Launches Departmental Review Meetings to Enhance Governance

Chennai, July 2: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay initiated a significant series of departmental review meetings on Thursday. The objective is to formulate both short-term and long-term governance strategies. Officials have been tasked with creating comprehensive action plans for each department, covering one, three, and five-year timelines. This review process, which will continue ... Read more Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Launches Departmental Review Meetings to Enhance Governance

Morningstar 2 Jul 2026 10:35 pm

Heres how new Tamil Nadu govt can help unorganized workers

Centres New Labour Codes Have Changed The Rules, But The Constitution Still Allows States To Enact Laws That Preserve Welfare Measures, Safety Provisions And Social Security

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 10:25 pm

Coimbatore Grape Cultivation Plummets as Farmers Shift to Other Crops

Coimbatore, which used to have 200 grape growers, now has seven

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 10:22 pm

ED Conducts Raids in Tamil Nadu and Kerala Over Dream Makers Global Money Laundering Case

Chennai, July 2: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) announced on Thursday that it has conducted searches at eight locations in Tamil Nadu and Kerala as part of its investigation into Dream Makers Global Private Limited (DMGPL) for money laundering activities. The company is accused of running a multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme and a Ponzi scheme, allegedly ... Read more ED Conducts Raids in Tamil Nadu and Kerala Over Dream Makers Global Money Laundering Case

Morningstar 2 Jul 2026 10:05 pm

Tasmac bars go out of govt control; stay open without licence

Bar Owners Say Tasmac HQ Sent Confirmation Stating Extension Of Licence Period

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 10:04 pm

Balwaan Krishi expands South India operations with new hubs in Chennai, Visakhapatnam

In Tamil Nadu, the facility unlocks significant demand for power weeders, brush cutters, sprayers, water pumps and harvesting equipment

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jul 2026 9:48 pm

ED recovers documents in raids on firm in T.N., Kerala

The searches, conducted by the EDs Chennai zonal office under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act on June 30, covered premises in Coimbatore, Krishnagiri, Malappuram, and Thrissur

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 9:10 pm

Businesses will be affected if TN doesnt get a new airport in five years: CII

If a new airport is not possible, the govt can also think about expanding the airport at Meenambakkam in Chennai to cater to the increasing traffic, according to CII southern region president P Ravichandran

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 9:01 pm

SpiceJets retreat from Chennai hits passenger traffic, air cargo

Airline official said aircraft will be back in action by October

The Hindu Businessline 2 Jul 2026 8:23 pm

FSSAIs used oil collection drive hit by West Asia war-induced inflation

The Food Safety Commissioner has convened a meeting in Chennai on July 3 to brief all the aggregators about the purchase of used cooking oil for producing biodiesel

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 7:29 pm

Chennai Liver Foundation to hold awareness run on August 2

The event is being organised to commemorate World Hepatitis Day, which falls on July 28

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 6:57 pm

Two suffer severe burns in cylinder blast in Chengalpattu

The explosion at a house at Periya Natham occurred after a short circuit caused a fire

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 6:52 pm

Whopping 1.2cr people watched Vijay's leaked 'Jana Nayagan': Police

The Chennai Police have revealed that a staggering 1.2 crore people watched the leaked version of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's film Jana Nayagan illegally.

NewsBytes 2 Jul 2026 5:34 pm

Socioeconomic status has an impact on premature mortality, shows Chennai study

The study indicates that reducing premature mortality in India will take more than just creating deterrence for smoking and drinking alcohol

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 5:28 pm

Chennai Corporation to privatise operations of six Muthalvar Padaippagams

The facilities are located at Jawahar Nagar, Jaganathan Street, Kanigapuram, Otteri, Mangalapuram, and Pulianthope in north Chennai

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 4:44 pm

Man arrested for abducting 8-year-old girl sleeping beside parents at Chennai Central

The child was safely rescued within about 30 minutes and reunited with her parents

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 4:24 pm

Sabarimala gold loss: Former TDB president P.S. Prasanth denies role

Prasanth says the only alleged lapse by certain officials was failing to inform Kerala High Court before sending gold-clad plates to Chennai for replating works in 2025

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 4:21 pm

Bars attached to Tasmac outlets down shutters across Tamil Nadu after licence expiry

A source in Tasmac says that the closure of bars could lead to a loss of 400 crore per month

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 3:38 pm

Madras High Court Denies Relief to Former Minister Ponmudy in Controversial Remarks Case

Chennai, July 2: The Madras High Court has refused to intervene in the criminal proceedings against former Tamil Nadu minister and senior DMK leader K. Ponmudy. He faces allegations of making controversial remarks about Shaivism, Vaishnavism, and women. The court stated that the trial court can proceed with the private complaint against him. Justice GK ... Read more Madras High Court Denies Relief to Former Minister Ponmudy in Controversial Remarks Case

Morningstar 2 Jul 2026 3:32 pm

Vijays last film Jana Nayagan eyes July release

Chennai: If sources in the industry are to be believed, director H Vinoths eagerly awaited action entertainer Jana Nayagan, which also happens to be Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijays last film as an actor, may finally hit screens in July this year. Sources in the industry claim that the issue pertaining to receiving a clearance 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 2 Jul 2026 2:12 pm

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani dines at Chef Regi Mathews Kerala restaurant, Chatti, in New York

The New York City mayor, dined with his wife Rama Duwaji and his parents, filmmaker Mira Nair and scholar Mahmood Mamdani, at Chennai-based Chef Regi Mathews restaurant, Chatti, in Manhattan, which showcases Keralas toddy shop cuisine

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 1:42 pm

Tamil Nadu maternal health improved post-pandemic, finds IIT Madras study

A study by IIT Madras, published in the peer-reviewed journal BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, found that TNs healthcare system did not merely recover from the pandemic, but emerged stronger

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 1:14 pm

The Hindu Groups Chairman, Director call on Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

Chairman N. Murali congratulated the Chief Minister on the TVKs historic victory in the 2026 Assembly elections

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 12:54 pm

Jana Nayagan leak case: 1.2 crore people watched Vijay-starrer online, Chennai police tell Madras High Court

Justice C. Kumarappan dismisses the bail petitions filed by two of the 21 accused after being told that they have been involved in a serious crime involving online leak of an uncertified movie

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 12:44 pm

The rise of Bengaluru-style darshinis in Chennai: Inside the citys newest food obsession

Want a Mysore masala dose or khara bath? Chennai residents are now steadily indulging in the Bengaluru-style darshini experience. We find out what happens behind the scenes

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 12:37 pm

Aravind Akash ties the knot with Sarah in Kuala Lumpur

'Chennai 600028' actor Aravind Akash, now 50, has married Sarah in a private ceremony in Kuala Lumpur. The wedding saw a reunion of the 'Chennai 600028' cast, including director Venkat Prabhu and actors Premgi Amaren and Vaibhav. Akash, who began his career as a dancer and later gained recognition for his roles in Venkat Prabhu's films, embarks on this new personal chapter.

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 12:15 pm

Heavy Rainfall Alert for Coimbatore and Nilgiri in Tamil Nadu

Chennai, July 2: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for heavy rainfall in parts of western Tamil Nadu over the next two days. This weather pattern is influenced by a low-pressure area extending from southern Gujarat to Karnataka, which is expected to bring significant rainfall to Coimbatore and Nilgiri. According to the ... Read more Heavy Rainfall Alert for Coimbatore and Nilgiri in Tamil Nadu

Morningstar 2 Jul 2026 11:11 am

Legal Action Against Former Tamil Nadu Ministers Brother for Alleged Bribery Attempt

Chennai, July 2: The Tamil Nadu police have filed a case against Ashok Kumar, the brother of former DMK minister and Coimbatore South MLA V. Senthil Balaji. He is accused of attempting to bribe a legislator from the ruling Tamilga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) party with 35 crores to persuade him to switch parties. TVK MLA ... Read more Legal Action Against Former Tamil Nadu Ministers Brother for Alleged Bribery Attempt

Morningstar 2 Jul 2026 10:25 am

Yettu, an instant Indian coffee that elevates your morning cuppa with craft quality

Coffee connoisseurs will bet on their life that a cup of instant coffee tastes burnt, even putrid. Yettu, a craft coffee that can be brewed in seconds, attempts to challenge this notion

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 10:00 am

The case for equitable development in Tamil Nadu should apply to airport too: Poovulagin Nanbargal

Supporters of the Parandur airport argue that if Chennai does not get a second airport by 2028, the city and its surrounding industrial regions may lose future growth opportunities

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 9:53 am

She studied on road while her mother sold flowers: Chennai girls quiet battle for education has a lesson about hard work many parents find hard to teach kids

Chennai girl studies on the footpath beside her mother's flower stall in Tambaram. The young girl's unwavering focus on her studies beside her mother's flower stall has ignited national conversation. The viral video has sparked conversation nationwide about parenting, hard work, grit and determination amid tough times.

The Economic Times 2 Jul 2026 9:21 am

Goethe-Institut Chennai: Katharina Grgen reflects on six years as Leonhard Emmerling takes charge

As Katharina Grgen leaves for her next posting in Krakw, incoming director Leonhard Emmerling, an art historian and curator, outlines plans to deepen collaborations with Chennais artists, museums and writers while building programmes through dialogue and cultural exchange

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 9:14 am

Madras High Court dismisses Savukku Shankars plea for a CBI probe against Arun IPS

Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan say courts jurisdiction must not be abused by individuals who pretend to fight for justice while acting on personal or hidden motives

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 8:48 am

Validity of law imposing restrictions on alienation of private school properties challenged before Madras High Court

Chief Justices Bench admits the plea challenging Section 30 of the Tamil Nadu Private Schools (Regulation) Act, 2019 and seeks State governments response

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 8:32 am

When a lending library takes its leave

With many first-time visitors discovering the branch only after hearing about its closure, there were regulars too on Wednesday

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 12:54 am

Chennai Corporation to privatise operations of 6 Padaipagams

The facilities are located at Jawahar Nagar, Jaganathan Street, Kanigapuram, Otteri, Mangalapuram, and Pulianthope in north Chennai

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 12:51 am

Umbrella atop chariot of Sri Narasimhar tilts during procession

Official sources in the temple said that it was a minor incident and that there was a slightly strong wind, which caused theumbrellato lose balance

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 12:49 am

Velachery residents seek cleaning of waterways ahead of heavy rain spells

Residents also sought the dredging of Adyar river mouth and removal of vegetation from Velachery Lake

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 12:45 am

T.N. is one of the leading States in voluntary blood donation: Health Minister

During 2025-2026, 9.53 lakh units of blood were collected through government and private blood banks

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 12:24 am

Hospital launches health and vax package for blood donors

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 12:19 am

Man held for harassing woman, assaulting husband at KCBT

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 12:16 am

HC bins PIL moved by YouTuber against IPS officer

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 12:12 am

Metro Rail to build tunnel from Thirumayilai to Boat Club via Alwarpet in August

Two tunnel boring machines are being lowered and assembledat the Thirumayilai station as part of the work; tunnelling on the 2.2-km metro stretch was previously scheduled to begin in June

The Hindu 2 Jul 2026 12:11 am

DGP launches T-shirt manufacturing unit at Puzhal prison

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 12:09 am

Three arrested for robbing jewellery shop employee

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 12:08 am

Widow threatened with sexual assault murders father-in-law

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 12:08 am

Arakkonam yard remodelling to reduce train delays

The Times of India 2 Jul 2026 12:00 am

TNs first govt-run hospice functions at Tambaram

The Times of India 1 Jul 2026 11:57 pm

Perambur to get new sports complex, hospital, food street

The Times of India 1 Jul 2026 11:50 pm

Nilgiris Landslide Risk Data Disputed as GSI, Officials Debate Assessment

Is the Nilgiris safe from landslides? Officials Say High Risk Sites Down by 50%. Environmentalists Say Numbers Dont Add Up

The Times of India 1 Jul 2026 11:33 pm

Three Arrested in Alleged Attempt to Lure TVK Legislators, DMK Officials Involved

Chennai, July 1: In a significant development, Chennai police arrested three individuals on Wednesday in connection with an alleged conspiracy to entice legislators from the ruling Tamilaga Vetrikazhagam (TVK) party to defect. Among those arrested are a YouTuber and two DMK officials from Karur. This incident has escalated the ongoing investigation. The case was initiated ... Read more Three Arrested in Alleged Attempt to Lure TVK Legislators, DMK Officials Involved

Morningstar 1 Jul 2026 10:55 pm

Death toll in ammonia gas leak rises to 17

The Hindu 1 Jul 2026 10:10 pm

DMK Calls for Investigation into Alleged Bribery of Legislators in Tamil Nadu

Chennai, July 1: The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has urged Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra V. Arlekar to intervene in a case involving alleged bribery aimed at persuading two legislators from the Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) to resign. The party has requested an investigation by the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC). DMKs organizational secretary, ... Read more DMK Calls for Investigation into Alleged Bribery of Legislators in Tamil Nadu

Morningstar 1 Jul 2026 10:08 pm

Radical tender reforms in TN to improve participation, break cartels

Tenders Open To Youth, Women, SC/ST Individuals

The Times of India 1 Jul 2026 9:59 pm

Ammonia leak toll rises to 17

The Times of India 1 Jul 2026 9:57 pm