Procession of silk umbrellas leaves for Tirupati from Chennai
Minnagam helpline goes powerless often with poor backup system, leaves consumers stranded
Kashmir Journalists Begin Five-Day PIB Media Tour of Chennai
SRINAGAR: A 13-member media delegation from Srinagar began a five-day media tour of Chennai on Sunday, organised by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Srinagar Region, to provide journalists firsthand exposure to Central Government institutions, projects and initiatives in Tamil Nadu. The delegation, comprising 11 journalists and two PIB officials, arrived in Chennai on Sunday and []
A Raja regrets remarks against C T R Nirmalkumar after backlash
Sailing beyond the classroom: Air India pilot takes children to sea to learn life skills
Krishna water supply to Chennai set to stop as Kandaleru storage dips
Dear minister, you are not the king of England, dear minister
Electricity demand peaks this September, unscheduled power cuts return to Tamil Nadu
The power demand remained steady in the past few months, at 20,500 MW, as against 16,000 MW-17,000 MW during this time last year. With the shortage of over 3,000 MW, Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) has had to purchase 2,000 MW to tide over the crisis
Tamil Nadu plans to establish a new university exclusively for emerging technologies
25-year-old techie arrested for attempting to steal from pawn shop
Chennai airports cab pickup point finally is back to where it should have always been
Agnikul sees global appetite grow as satellite firms line up for dedicated launches
The Chennai-based company is also expanding its manufacturing and testing capabilities in Tamil Nadu, including infrastructure closer to the upcoming Kulasekarapattinam spaceport
Three bonded labourers rescued at Kalasthambadi in Tiruvannamalai district
K. Viji, 25, his wife V. Sasikala, 23, and his brother K. Surya, 19, were forced to stay in small huts without proper access to drinking water and toilets and made to work for more than 15 hours a day
Chennai all geared up for Ganesh Chathurthi
Handbook on geriatric emergency medicine released
Sarthak, Ann complete double as INRC Round 2 concludes in Chennai
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) Pune teenager Sarthak Chavan completed a dominant double in the premier Super Sport 301-400cc Open class as the second round of the Indian National Racing Challenge 2W 2026 concluded at the Madras International Circuit on Sunday. Starting from pole, Chavan initially slipped behind Petronas TVS Racing teammate Rakshith Dave, who led the early stages alongside the Chennai rider. The pair remained locked in a close contest before Chavan made his decisive move at Turn 4 on the final lap and went on to claim his second consecutive victory of the weekend. Dave finished second, just 0.494 seconds behind, while Hyderabads Rahil Pillarisetty of RACR Castrol Power1 completed the podium after making his way through from the back of the grid. Chennai teenager Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan also completed a double, winning the Super Stock 301-400cc Open Race 2 after Saturdays victory. Following a red-flag stoppage, the race was reduced to a three-lap sprint, with Kabilesh finishing ahead of Bengalurus Seshadri S and Chennais Kamal Navas. Ann Jennifer of Motul Sparks Racing extended her unbeaten run in the Super Stock 165cc Intermediate class with another victory. It was her fourth consecutive win of the season. Anandhu KK of Veedol C2 Racing also completed a double, taking the Stock 301-400cc Novice race after it was reduced to four laps following a red-flag stoppage. Faruk Ali Sohtun of Motul Sparks Racing secured a close victory in the Stock 165cc Novice class, leading a team sweep of the podium. Yashwant Varma finished second, with Raja Sreeharsha Singamsetty third. Venkatesan Iyyappan emerged victorious in an action-packed Pro-Stock 200cc Open race. After several riders traded the lead, Iyyappan broke clear in the closing stages to finish ahead of Mohamed Mikail and Bengalurus Savion Sabu. In the Petronas TVS Racing One-Make Championship, Kamal Navas won the Expert Apache RR 310 class for his second victory of the season, while Bengalurus Dev Agastya triumphed in the Rookie Apache RTR 200 category. Chavan completed his weekend on a high by winning the Electric RTE EV race, with Bengaluru riders Chiranth Vishwanath and Savion Sabu finishing second and third respectively.
Chennai resident associations write to CM Vijay, seek strict rainwater harvesting enforcement
Tenders floated for sports facilities worth 63L in Perambur
Left parties to fight TN bypolls independently, to continue support to TVK govt
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) The Left parties have decided to contest the upcoming Assembly bypolls in Madurantakam and Dharapuram independently, while continuing to extend outside support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led Tamil Nadu government, party sources said on Sunday. The CPI-M will field its candidate in Madurantakam, while the CPI will contest Dharapuram. The decision was taken following separate meetings of the state leaderships of the two parties on Saturday. CPI-M state secretary P Shanmugam told reporters in Tiruchy that the party had decided to enter the electoral contest in consultation with the CPI and CPI-ML Liberation. He said the Left parties were not part of any of the three existing political alliances in Tamil Nadu. Shanmugam said the Assembly bypolls were neither a general election nor a contest that would determine the survival of the TVK government. Therefore, the CPI-M and CPI had decided to contest one constituency each under the Left Front. The candidates will be introduced at a meeting of the state secretaries of the CPI-M, CPI and CPI-ML Liberation in Chennai on September 15. The deadline for filing nominations is September 16. In Chennai, CPI state secretary M Veerapandian said the party's state executive had resolved to maintain its earlier position of remaining outside all existing alliances. He confirmed that the CPI would contest Dharapuram and the CPI-M Madurantakam. Veerapandian noted that the CPI had offered outside support to the TVK government after the state Assembly election to respect the people's mandate and prevent any attempt by the Governor or the Bharatiya Janata Party to exercise indirect control over the administration. The CPI had neither joined the government nor entered into an alliance with TVK, he said. Both leaders clarified that their decision to contest the Assembly bypolls would not result in the withdrawal of support to the state government. Shanmugam said the Left parties differed with the TVK government on several matters, including parts of its Budget and the implementation of liberal and neo-liberal economic policies. These issues would be raised during the poll campaign. He also criticised the two TVK candidates who had won the constituencies on AIADMK tickets before resigning and joining TVK within 20 days. The CPI-M will approach the parties outside the three major alliances for support. Shanmugam also asked the state government to disclose details of foreign investments and provide greater financial, taxation and credit support to domestic and small-scale industries.
In the history of Tamil Nadu, we have never seen such an uncivilised and a dummy Chief Minister [C. Joseph Vijay], charged the DMK leader and former Deputy Chief Minister.
Aviation minister Naidu outlines larger transformation plan for Chennai Airport
The plan includes Terminal 5 to take the total annual capacity to 55 million in future
Surge in Fever and Dengue Cases in Chennai Sparks Health Alerts
Chennai sees a rise in fever and dengue cases, prompting doctors to urge preventive measures and timely medical consultation. Surge in Fever and Dengue Cases in Chennai Sparks Health Alerts
Over 20 feared trapped after TN govt bus falls into river in Tenkasi
Two-day seminar on Brhattattva held in Chennai
On the concluding day on September 12, scholars and experts presented their research papers on the subject.
Lorry driver dies after vehicle crashes into stationary container truck on Outer Ring Road
Absconding Trinamool leader arrested in Chennai for attacking Bengal businessman
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 13 (IANS) Trinamool Congress leader and deputy head of Bishpur Panchayat in Hingalganj in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, Shahidul Sheikh, who was absconding in a criminal case involving a businessman, was arrested in Chennai, police said on Sunday. Sheikh was accused of being involved in the incident of attacking a local businessman and setting his shop on fire. The police said that Sheikh, who had been absconding since the incident, was finally arrested in Chennai on Saturday night. According to a senior police officer of the Basirhat Police District, the Trinamool leader will be brought to Hasnabad on Sunday evening. The police will produce him in the Basirhat Sub-division Court on Monday. They will likely seek the accused's custody from the court. According to the police, on May 18, Trinamool leader Sheikh and his team were accused of beating up Nitai Das, a businessman from Bailani Bazar in Hingalganj. Allegedly, Nitai's shop was burnt down that night. As a result, Das suffered a loss of several lakhs of rupees. After investigating the incident, the Hasnabad police station started searching for Sheikh. Not only this incident, but a case was also filed earlier against him at the police station on multiple charges, including embezzling money from the panchayat, extorting money in the name of providing houses under the Awas Yojana, bombing and issuing threats. The police had been searching for him after the latest case was filed. After receiving information from a source, officers from Hasnabad police station went to Chennai. They arrested Sheikh in a joint operation with the Special Operation Group (SOG). The phone's tower location was tracked. Finally, the police came to know that he was hiding in Chennai. After that, a team from Hasnabad police station left for Chennai to arrest him. He was arrested on Saturday night. The arrested person will be produced before a court in Chennai today, Sunday, to seek his transit remand. After that, he will be brought to Hasnabad police station. The police are investigating his role in the incident. A search is on for others who were also involved in the incident, said the police officer.
Vijay AI Video Case: Accused Sent on 2-Day Transit Remand to Chennai Police
An FIR has been registered at the Cyber Crime Police Station in the Greater Chennai area
More Women, Kids Seek Singappen's Protecting Arm
In Chennai city alone, the SSF have received 244 complaints in the four zones and the highest number of complaints, 52, were received at Mylapore, and Koyambedu stood second with 39 complaints, showing the awareness among women about SSF and the confidence in the new women force
Health Wrap | Episode 50 | Longevity and racket sports
In the 50th episode of The Health Wrap by The Hindu, Ramya Kannan, Health Editor, The Hindu, speaks to Dr. Navin Gnanasekaran, Longevity Physician and Head of Radiology, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, on what it takes to age well and maintain health across the years. Drawing from his book, The 100 Year Blueprint: An Indian Doctors Guide to Longevity, Dr. Gnanasekaran discusses longevity, healthspan and the everyday factors that influence healthy ageing. The episode also looks at the role of sport and regular movement in maintaining health, with a focus on activities such as racket sports.
Chennai deploys 2000 cops, sets up 14 new check posts for Vinayaka Chaturthi
Chennai deploys 2000 cops, sets up 14 new check posts for Vinayaka Chaturthi Chennai: Security has been tightened across Chennai ahead of Vinayaka Chaturthi, with the city police deploying an additional 2,000 personnel and setting up 14 new checkpoints. Vinayaka Chaturthi will be celebrated across the country on September 14. Hindu organisations, social welfare groups, [] The post Chennai deploys 2000 cops, sets up 14 new check posts for Vinayaka Chaturthi appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Actor Sivakarthikeyan has embraced the joys of cultivating a home garden, growing fresh vegetables and leafy greens for his family. This initiative, sparked before the initial COVID-19 lockdown, has served as a motivation for others to follow suit. For those looking to start an organic terrace garden, here are gardening tips on how to start an organic terrace garden.
TN govt employees asked to declare assets, liabilities by October end
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government has directed all state government employees and officials to submit comprehensive details of their assets and liabilities by October 31 as part of its efforts to improve transparency and accountability in public administration. The government has now formally announced the deadline and procedures for filing the declarations following an amendment made to the relevant rules in January. Employees must disclose their assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2025. Under the revised procedure, employees will no longer be required to submit their declarations in person at their respective offices or provide the information through printed forms. Instead, the entire declaration must be uploaded digitally through the Tamil Nadu governments Integrated Financial and Human Resources Management System (IFHRMS) portal. The declaration must contain full particulars of houses, residential and commercial plots, agricultural land and other immovable properties owned by employees. Properties held in their names as well as those registered in the names of their family members must also be disclosed. Employees are also required to provide details of movable assets, including jewellery, motor vehicles, bank deposits and investments. Other assets and financial interests covered under the applicable service rules should also be included in the online declaration. In addition to their assets, government employees must disclose details of all loans and other financial liabilities incurred by them. This includes every category of borrowing that falls within the reporting requirements prescribed by the government. Officials have been advised to ensure that the particulars furnished through the IFHRMS portal are complete and accurate. The digital filing system is expected to make the submission process more efficient while helping the government maintain a centralised and updated record of the financial interests of its workforce. The mandatory disclosure is intended to strengthen mechanisms for monitoring the acquisition of assets by public servants and identifying any major discrepancy between their known sources of income and declared wealth. It will also enable the authorities to examine potential conflicts of interest and ensure compliance with government service rules. The latest direction reinforces the state governments policy that public servants should periodically disclose their financial position. All employees and officials covered by the amended rules will have to complete the online submission by the October 31 deadline.
Amid rising electricity demand and protests, TN taps generators, open market
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) Tamil Nadu has moved to purchase an additional 2,000 MW of electricity from power-generating companies and the open market after prolonged hot weather and weak wind generation placed the states electricity network under pressure. The Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) initiated the emergency procurement amid a steep rise in consumption and reports of supply disruptions in several districts. The corporation expects the additional power to help bridge the demand-supply gap and maintain uninterrupted distribution. The action follows public complaints about unannounced outages lasting up to an hour in some areas. Residents also staged protests at several places, alleging load-shedding without advance notice and demanding immediate measures to restore reliable electricity supply. Explaining the situation, Electricity Minister R. Nirmalkumar said a sudden fall in wind energy production had caused a power shortage in Tamil Nadu for two consecutive days. He said similar supply constraints had affected several states and were not confined to Tamil Nadu. The Minister said the electricity required to bridge the deficit was procured from the common power supply pool on Friday evening. Following the procurement, the power supply across Tamil Nadu had stabilised, he added. In a statement issued on Saturday, TNPDCL said summer-like weather had continued much longer than anticipated this year, pushing electricity consumption considerably higher. The persistent heat increased the use of air conditioners, fans and other cooling appliances in households, commercial establishments and offices. At the same time, lower wind speeds adversely affected generation from wind energy installations, an important source of electricity for the state during this period. The fall in wind power availability also led to technical problems, including occasional voltage fluctuations in parts of the distribution network. TNPDCL said arrangements were being made to secure an additional 2,000 MW from different sources so that the widening gap between supply and demand could be managed effectively. The corporation is also monitoring the electricity network and demand pattern to prevent further disruptions. Officials said power availability would be reviewed regularly and additional purchases would be made whenever required. TNPDCL assured consumers that all necessary steps were being taken to maintain stable supply and minimise inconvenience while weather conditions and wind generation remained unfavourable.
Moderate rain forecast in 17 TN districts after heavy downpour
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) Several parts of Tamil Nadu, including Perambalur, Vellore, Virudhunagar and Dindigul districts, received heavy rain accompanied by strong winds, bringing relief from the prevailing heat. The Regional Meteorological Centre has forecast moderate rain in 17 districts on Sunday. Heavy rain lashed Perambalur and surrounding areas, including Arumadal, Kavulpalayam, Eraiyur, Perali and Thuraimangalam. Several parts of Tiruvannamalai district, including Arani town, Kannamangalam, Sandavasal and Sevur, also witnessed intense showers. In Vellore district, rain was reported in Vellore city, Katpadi, Sathuvachari, Ponnai, Vallimalai, Latheri and Gudiyatham. Heavy rain at Pernambut caused severe waterlogging along the State Highway connecting Tamil Nadu with Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. Rainwater accumulated like a large pool along a half-kilometre stretch, leaving motorists struggling to navigate the road. Sivakasi and its neighbouring areas, including Tiruthangal, Satchiyapuram and Vilampatti in Virudhunagar district, received heavy rain accompanied by gusty winds. Similar conditions prevailed in Vathalakundu, Pattiveeranpatti, Old Vathalakundu and Mallanampatti in Dindigul district. Evening showers in Kodaikanal brought down temperatures and delighted tourists. Moderate rain was recorded in Periyakulam, Allinagaram and Aranmanai Pudur in Theni district. Nagapattinam and nearby areas, including Kilvelur, Devur, Thirumarugal, Nagore, Sikkal and Valivalam, experienced rain accompanied by strong winds. The showers cheered farmers preparing their fields for samba paddy cultivation. Nannilam and adjoining areas in Tiruvarur district also received rain. Residents of Mettupalayam and Kallar in Coimbatore district welcomed the sudden showers after days of hot weather. Udhagamandalam also experienced a noticeable drop in temperature following rain after several unusually warm days. The weather office said moderate rain was likely in the Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Dindigul, Theni, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Virudhunagar, Kanyakumari, Madurai, Sivaganga, Tiruchi, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Pudukkottai, Tiruvannamalai and Vellore districts on Sunday. Chennai and its suburbs may receive moderate rain during the evening or night. Heavy rain is forecast in the Nilgiris on September 15 and 16, while Coimbatore could experience heavy showers on September 16.
The nuts and bolts of creativity: a sculptor in Chennai experiments with unlikely material
Sculptor G. Sooriyamoorthy promotes the idea of art made difficult, and there is a method to this madness. His works will be on display at Lalit Kala Akademi from October 10 to 15
The Blue Collar Uniform Hub of Chennai aligns with the times and grows bigger
Shops at Sydenhams Road in Periamet that offer uniforms and accessories for frontline workers in a variety of fields report certain shifts, many of which have worked to their advantage: a greater focus on safety gear, an increase in bulk orders of uniforms for conservancy workers and housekeeping staff. Orders are also known to come in from cricket leagues and franchises
Besant Nagars golden dog safe and glowing still
The street dog went missing recently, sparking off an outpouring of concern and fears that it might have been stolen. And then there was a collective sigh of relief in Chennai as word finally got around that the dog is undergoing treatment for an injury at sculpture brand Silaiis work station in Tambaram
A delegation of Eelam Tamil women met with MK Stalin in Chennai, urging continued support for Tamil rights in Sri Lanka. Eelam Tamil Womens Delegation Appeals for Support from Stalin in Chennai
Chennai Corporation Urges Property Owners to Clear Tax Dues by September 30
Greater Chennai Corporation appeals to property owners to settle outstanding taxes by September 30 to support essential civic services. Chennai Corporation Urges Property Owners to Clear Tax Dues by September 30
Namma Chennai app opens volunteer registration ahead of Northeast monsoon
New users have to create an account using their name, mobile number, e-mail address, address and PIN code and log in using an OTP
Move to fill 4,724 vacant posts of staff nurses on temporary contract basis draws flak
The Tamil Nadu Nurses Empowerment Associations general secretary said that the decision is worrying because on one side, there was an acute shortage of nurses in government hospitals, while on the other side, there were nearly 4.75 lakh registered nurses in the State, majority of whom are waiting for government jobs
Metrowater seizes motors to prevent unauthorised pumping
Three motors were identified and disconnected from the water supply network
Youth-led study calls for localised heat action plans in Chennai neighbourhoods
Conducted by 13 students, the study examined heat preparedness, early warnings, infrastructure, health impacts, and workplace exposure
Finding a sense of belonging in an accessible Chennai
DGP and Chennai Police Commissioner review law and order situation
6L property owners yet to pay 848cr tax in Chennai
8 illegal water suction motors seized
Schools told to erect nameboards spelling out Kamarajar breakfast scheme, keep kitchen stock ready
The scheme is being extended to students of classes 6-8 in govt, aided and corpn schools on Sept 17
No respite from the elements at Lighthouse bus stop
GCC to take up infra maintenance works across three regions
Bridges, subways, culverts and footbridges will be improvedat a cost of 77 lakh; residents have raised concerns about the condition of subways
Nine in 10 Chennai college students report childhood adversity, study finds
Chennai airports plaza to open on Sunday
Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu will virtually open the facility from New Delhi
WRD writes to A.P. seeking increase in water release from Kandaleru reservoir
Inflow of Krishna water into city has declined sharply; this is WRDs second such request to A.P. in two months; official says storage in city reservoirs will be sufficient to meet needs till December
Underprivileged, first-generation learners to be mentored in confidence-building, workplace skills
Chennai airports plaza, cab pickup point to be inaugurated today
Munros visit 200 years ago to Nilgiris helped it to become first hill station of British Raj
Tasmac begins automated stock indent system
Lawyer moves HC to stall by-elections
Vijay names poll in-charges, observers for bypolls
Raising slogan in support of Palestinian people not an offence: HC
DMK stages state-wide protest against Vijays remarks
A roof overhead and then, some
A new service industry has come up across manufacturing corridors in the country, including inSriperumbudur, seeking to build a business around accommodation for workers and related services, even as large employers continue to rely on in-house and mixed arrangements. This report records this trend and asks if it is here to stay and if it truly benefits factory workers
National 2W Racing: Chavan leads podium sweep; Jennifer, Rajini Krishnan script fine wins
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 12 (IANS) Shrugging off lack of sleep and jet lag following an overnight journey from Spain to Chennai, 19-year-old Sarthak Chavan from Pune still found reserves of energy and determination to win the premier Super Sport 301-400cc Open race, which he started from the last row of the grid in the second round of the Indian National Racing Challenge 2W 2026 at the Madras International Circuit in Chennai on Saturday. Sarthak, who arrived in Sriperumbudur at six in the morning on Saturday, missed Fridays practice and qualifying sessions, but found his rhythm at the right moment to pull off a stunning win; he acknowledged that leader Rahil Pillarisettys retirement at the end of the penultimate lap played a part in his victory. In the process, Sarthak led a podium sweep for the Petronas TVS Racing team as Chennai teenager Rakshith Dave finished second ahead of Bengalurus Chiranth Vishwanath, who started last having missed the practice and qualifying sessions on Friday due to a bout of food poisoning. Another impressive performance came from 16-year-old Kabilesh (RACR Castrol Power1), son of former multiple National champion Rajini Krishnan, who won the Super Stock 301-400cc Open race dominantly to round off the days programme. Meanwhile, former National womens champion from Chennai, Ann Jennifer (Motul Sparks Racing), also scripted a fairytale victory in the Super Stock 165cc Intermediate race, which she started last on the grid after failing to set a time during qualifying this morning, following a crash. Thiruvallurs Mohamed Mikail (Team MRA) won the Pro-Stock 200cc Open in a tight finish, while local challenger Anandhu KK (Veedol C2 Racing) benefitted after race leader Kavicholairasan (Speed Up Racing) crashed in the Stock 301-400cc Novice race and Yashwant Verma led a 1-2 finish for Motul Sparks Racing in the Stock 165cc Novice class. Hyderabads Rajender Beedani notched his second win in three outings in the Expert (RR 310) class, holding off Bengalurus AS James in a close finish. Poojita Anil Kumar, the teenager from Bengaluru, also recorded her second win in as many races in the Women (Apache RTR 200) class, sparing some 29 seconds to second-placed Hannah Akkineni Joshitha from Hyderabad. Pothu Vignesh from Mancherial took the top honours in the Rookie (Apache RTR 200) class, followed by Bengalurus Dev Agastya. The results (Provisional all six laps unless mentioned): Super Sport 301-400cc Open (Race-1): 1. Sarthak Chavan (Pune, Petronas TVS Racing) (11mins, 03.311secs); 2. Rakshith Dave (Chennai, Petronas TVS Racing) (11:03.506); 3. Chiranth Vishwanath (Bengaluru, Petronas TVS Racing) (11:06.187). Pro-Stock 200cc Open (Race-1): 1. Mohamed Mikail (Thiruvallur, Team MRA) (11:51.610); 2. Amarnath Menon K (Kozhikode, MadRabbit Racing) (11:51.831); 3. Abdul Basim RS (Chennai, Chandra LGE Racing) (11:53.924). Super Stock 301-400cc Open (Race-1): 1. Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan (Chennai, RACR Castrol Power1) (11:38.273); 2. Kamal Navas (Chennai, Rockers Racing) (11:41.065); 3. Seshadri (Bengaluru, Motul Gusto Racing) (11:41.153). Super Stock 165cc Intermediate (Race-1): 1. Ann Jennifer AS (Chennai, Motul Sparks Racing) (12:46.048); 2. D Annish Samson (Bengaluru, Motul Sparks Racing) (12:53.234); 3. Anandhu KK (Chennai, Veedol C2 Racing) (12:55.971). Stock 301-400cc Novice (Race-1): 1. Anandhu KK (Chennai, Veedol C2 Racing) (12:15.190); 2. Rehbar Islam Baktoo (J & K, Motul Gusto Racing) (12:17.181); 3. Ashwin R (Bengaluru, Pvt.) (12:17.860). Stock 165cc Novice (Race-1): 1. Yashwant Varma (Visakhapatnam, Motul Sparks Racing) (13:09.445); 2. Raja Sreeharsha Singamsetty (Tadipatri, Motul Sparks Racing) (13:09.792); 3. Dev Agastya (Bengaluru, Pvt.) (13:10.097). Petronas TVS Racing One-Make Championship: Expert (Apache RR 310) (Race-1): 1. Rajender Beedani (Hyderabad) (11:42.499); 2. AS James (Bengaluru) (11:42.612); 3. Kamal Navas (Chennai) (11:44.190). Women (Apache RTR 200) (5 laps): 1. Poojita Anil Kumar (Bengaluru) (11:14.009); 2. Hannah Akkineni Joshitha (Hyderabad) (11:43.872); 3. Mansi Ashok Walunj (Pune) (11:43.884). Rookie (Apache RTR 200) (Race-1): 1. Pothu Vignesh (Mancherial) (13:13.842); 2. Dev Agastya (Bengaluru) (13:14.321); 3. Rehbar Islam Baktoo (J & K) (13:14.381).
Chennai police remand man for using AI-generated videos of CM Vijay to mislead public
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Left parties to announce bypoll decision on Sunday
Ishan Kishan Leads East Zone to Duleep Trophy Glory After Record-Breaking Final
No final wicket or dramatic chase was needed when the Duleep Trophy 2026 finally belonged to East Zone. The weight of runs decided the trophy they had piled up earlier in Chennai, with captain Ishan Kishan at the centre of almost everything. East Zone ended their 13-year wait for the title after taking a massive []
TN launches high-yielding teak clones for farmer plantations
400 omni buses fined for overcharging customers during festival rush
Special vehicle inspections will continue across Tamil Nadu until September 16 to prevent overcharging and curb violations relating to permits, taxes, fitness certificates and other requirements.
PIB Srinagar Organises Media Tour to Chennai for Srinagar Journalists
Srinagar, September 12 :The Press Information Bureau (PIB), Srinagar Region, is organising a media tour for journalists from Srinagar to Chennai from September 13 to 19, 2026 as part of its ongoing media outreach initiatives. A 13 member delegation comprising journalists from Srinagar and PIB officials will participate in the tour. Prior to the departure, Director, PIB Srinagar, Qazi Salman, briefed the delegation on the objectives of the visit and urged the participants to make meaningful use of the interactions during the tour. The delegation is being led by Shri Shahid Lone, Field Publicity Officer, CBC Anantnag, serving as the Conducting Officer, with Shri Ifham Ul Islam, Information Assistant, PIB Srinagar, accompanying the delegation. The tour is aimed at providing journalists with firsthand exposure to key Central Government institutions, projects and initiatives in Chennai and enhancing their understanding of national level policies and their implementation on the ground. During the visit, the delegation will visit various Central Government establishments and projects in Chennai and interact with senior officials to gain an understanding of their functioning and operations. Addressing the delegation, Qazi Salman congratulated the participants and expressed confidence that the visit would provide an opportunity for professional engagement and a better understanding of the functioning of Central Government institutions.
Udhayanidhi Stalin slams TVK govt as power outrage spark protests in Tamil Nadu
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 12 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has criticised the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government following a surge in complaints of unscheduled power cuts and low voltage across the state over the past two days. Residents in several districts have taken to the streets, alleging that prolonged outages have disrupted their daily lives and affected commercial and industrial activities. In Tirunelveli district, residents of Mudaliarpatti and surrounding areas staged a demonstration at night, carrying torches and candles to protest repeated interruptions in electricity supply. Residents of Ammapettai and North Ariyavur in the Srirangam Assembly constituency of Tiruchi district continued their road blockade for the second consecutive day. They alleged that the authorities had failed to resolve the persistent power supply problems despite repeated complaints. A similar protest was held near Kadavur in Karur district, where residents claimed that power cuts lasting between four and six hours had occurred regularly for more than 10 days. People in Pudukottai and Rasipuram areas of Namakkal district also faced hardship after unscheduled outages reportedly continued for more than an hour. Industrial units have also raised concerns about the situation. Executives from factories operating at the SIDCO Women's Industrial Park near Sengundram in Tiruvallur district laid siege to the local electricity board office. They alleged that frequent outages and low-voltage supply were affecting production and causing financial losses. Electricity Minister Nirmal Kumar attributed the shortage to a disruption in wind power generation. He said the problem had affected several states and was not confined to Tamil Nadu. The Minister said the state government had purchased the electricity required by the state from the common power distribution network. Regular supply had been restored in all areas after adequate power was procured on Thursday evening, he added. Responding to the reports, Udhayanidhi said people were being forced to protest because of continuous unscheduled power cuts and voltage fluctuations. He accused the Electricity Minister of making unnecessary allegations instead of taking effective measures to address the crisis. Describing the administration as a fuse-blown TVK government, Udhayanidhi said it was struggling to ensure essential services, including electricity and Aavin milk distribution. He urged the state government to stop diversionary tactics and concentrate on resolving the everyday problems faced by the people.
Chennai corporation asks property owners to pay pending tax dues by Sep 30
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 12 (IANS) The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has asked property owners to pay their outstanding and current property tax dues by September 30, as the civic body seeks to recover Rs 847.80 crore amid mounting financial commitments. According to the corporation, 6,03,232 property owners across Chennai are yet to settle their tax liabilities. The pending amount includes both arrears from previous periods and dues payable for the current assessment cycle. The GCC has assessed 14,15,771 properties for tax in the city. Of these, 8,12,539 property owners have cleared their dues without leaving any arrears. However, a sizeable number of pending payments continues to affect the corporations finances and its ability to meet expenditure on essential civic services. The fresh appeal comes a few months after the GCC conducted a special property tax collection drive in July to improve compliance and recover pending amounts. Despite the campaign, arrears and current dues remain high, prompting the corporation to issue another reminder ahead of the September 30 deadline. The civic body is facing considerable financial pressure, with its total bill liability for the 2026-27 financial year standing at Rs 3,434.72 crore. Timely property tax collection is crucial for maintaining cash flow and meeting expenses connected with sanitation, roads, stormwater drains, street lighting and other public services. GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran urged property owners to clear both current and long-pending dues within the stipulated period and cooperate with the GCC in ensuring the uninterrupted delivery of essential services. The corporation has provided several online and digital payment options to make the process easier. Property owners can pay through the official GCC website or its mobile application. Payments can also be made using the WhatsApp payment link, the QR code printed on property tax receipts, and the corporations WhatsApp chatbot. Residents seeking to use the chatbot facility can contact the GCC through the number 9445161913. The digital options are intended to help taxpayers avoid visiting corporation offices and complete payments quickly. The GCC has appealed to owners not to wait until the last day and to verify whether any previous arrears remain against their properties. It said prompt payment by taxpayers would strengthen the corporations capacity to meet its financial obligations and continue civic works across Chennai.
Vinayaka Chathurthi: NGT asks govt. to reconsider Pattinapakkam, Neelankarai for idol immersion
Vinayaka Chathurthi: NGT asks govt. to reconsider Pattinapakkam, Neelankarai for idol immersion
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 12: Kauvery Hospital, Alwarpet has advanced its spine care programme with the successful introduction of endoscopic fusion surgery, a first-of-its-kind procedure in Chennai. The technique offers a minimally invasive alternative for selected patients who require spinal fusion but may benefit from a smaller surgical footprint than traditional open surgery or standard minimally invasive surgery (MIS).
Teaser for Bloody Politics Released, Showcasing the Struggle from Ward Secretary to Leader
The teaser for Bloody Politics, directed by Dheena Raghavan, highlights the fierce political battles in Chennai. Teaser for Bloody Politics Released, Showcasing the Struggle from Ward Secretary to Leader
Sewage stagnation nearChitlapakkamLake raises concern
Along the western side ofChitlapakkamLake this is a serious concern that residents want addressed at the earliest
In major relief, Chennai Airport passenger pick-up plaza to be inaugurated virtually on Sunday
This will be a major relief for passengers arriving from both domestic and international arrivals who had to travel in golf carts to reach the taxi pick-up points
Court sentences MTC driver to one-year rigorous imprisonment for pedestrians death in Chennai
Court sentences MTC driver to one-year rigorous imprisonment for pedestrians death in Chennai
Private Omni Bus Operators Hike Fares Ahead Of Vinayagar Chaturthi Despite Earlier Assurances
Omni bus fares from Chennai to major destinations have surged sharply ahead of the Vinayagar Chaturthi holiday, with passengers reportedly being charged several times the usual fare despite earlier assurances by the private omni bus operators that the new government had brought an end to permit-related corruption and that omni buses would operate at fares [] The post Private Omni Bus Operators Hike Fares Ahead Of Vinayagar Chaturthi Despite Earlier Assurances appeared first on The Commune .
Tamil Nadu: BJP urges govt to provide free power to Vinayaka Chathurthi pandals
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 12 (IANS) Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagenthran has urged the Vijay government to provide free electricity to Vinayaka Chaturthi pandals across the state, alleging that high charges for temporary power connections have placed an additional financial burden on festival organisers and devotees. In a post on X, Nagenthran referred to the celebrated Tamil poet Avvaiyars devotional hymn to Lord Vinayaka, in which she offers milk, honey, lentils and rice in return for the blessing of the three forms of Tamil. He said Lord Vinayaka was a supreme deity deeply intertwined with the Tamil language, literature and culture. Nagenthran said devotees were preparing to celebrate Vinayaka Chaturthi with enthusiasm and religious fervour. However, he alleged that the Tamil Nadu government's policies had raised serious concerns that the festival was being indirectly discouraged in the State. According to him, festival organisers and members of the public have complained that the authorities are imposing substantial charges under the commercial tariff category for providing temporary electricity connections to Vinayaka Chaturthi pandals. He said organisers were reportedly required to pay Rs 3,800 for installing a temporary electricity meter, apart from a security deposit of Rs 4,000. In addition, expenses relating to electrical wiring, illumination of Vinayaka idols and other associated works could take the total cost to around Rs 15,000 for each pandal. Such expenses would make it difficult for small community groups and local residents to organise the celebrations, particularly in neighbourhoods where the festival is conducted using donations collected from devotees, he said. Drawing a comparison with neighbouring Andhra Pradesh, Nagenthran claimed that the government there was encouraging devotees by supplying free electricity for Vinayaka Chaturthi celebrations without imposing restrictive conditions. In contrast, he alleged that the approach adopted in Tamil Nadu had created an impression among the public that the government was attempting to curtail the religious and worship rights of Hindus. Nagenthran called upon Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays government to immediately discontinue the commercial tariff system for temporary connections given to festival pandals. He also requested the government to issue necessary directions to the electricity authorities to provide free power to all Vinayaka Chaturthi pandals without imposing additional conditions, enabling devotees across Tamil Nadu to celebrate the festival without financial hardship.
CPM to announce stand on Madurantakam, Dharapuram bypolls today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 12 (IANS) The Communist Party of India (Marxist) is expected to announce on Saturday its stand on the October 6 Assembly bye-elections in Madurantakam and Dharapuram, which have emerged as the first major electoral test for Chief Minister Vijays government. The CPM State executive committee will meet on Saturday to decide whether the party should support the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) or adopt a different position. Although the CPM extends outside support to the Vijay government, it has not joined the newly-constituted Secular Social Justice Victory Alliance or announced support for TVKs candidates. The ruling alliance comprises TVK, the Congress, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, MDMK and the Indian Union Muslim League. The four alliance partners have already declared their support for the TVK candidates in both constituencies. The bye-elections are set for a three-cornered contest after TVK, the DMK and the AIADMK announced their nominees. TVK has fielded K. Maragatham Kumaravel in Madurantakam and P. Sathyabama in Dharapuram. The DMK has nominated lawyers I. Paranthaman and S. Suganya, respectively, while the AIADMK has chosen former legislator Kanitha Sampath for Madurantakam and Bhanumathi for Dharapuram. Polling will be held on October 6 and votes will be counted on October 9. The vacancies arose after Maragatham Kumaravel and Sathyabama, who won the constituencies on AIADMK tickets in the April Assembly election, resigned as MLAs and joined TVK. Vijay subsequently nominated both former legislators to seek a fresh mandate under the ruling partys banner. The contests are taking place in a dramatically changed political environment following Vijays emergence as Chief Minister. The TVK won 108 of the 234 Assembly constituencies, crushing the then-ruling DMK and disrupting the States long-established DMK-AIADMK bipolar political order. Vijay has since consolidated his position by bringing several former DMK allies into the TVK-led alliance. Consequently, the DMK must now confront not only the ruling party but also organisations that had previously supported it. The AIADMK, meanwhile, faces the challenge of retaining constituencies it won only months ago against its own former legislators. The results will be seen as an early assessment of Vijays government, the strength of the new ruling alliance and the ability of the DMK and AIADMK to recover ground.
It is the Indian High Commission in London that is making all the arrangements for the travel, including security, said the official, in response to the questionofwhy Mr. Vijay had chosen to be away when Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was to be in Chennai on Sunday
Vijay Sethupathi launches teaser of Gautham Ram Karthiks political thriller Bloody Politics
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 12 (IANS) Popular Tamil star Vijay Sethupathi on Saturday released the teaser of director Dhina Raghavan's eagerly awaited political thriller 'Bloody Politics', featuring actor Gautham Ram Karthik in the lead, much to the delight of fans and film buffs. The teaser was released as part of the birthday celebrations of actor Gautham Ram Karthik, who celebrates his birthday on Saturday. Taking to his X timeline, Vijay Sethupathi wrote, Unveiling the teaser of #BloodyPolitics, Wishing my dear @Gautham_Karthik, a very Happy Birthday! Written & Directed By @DhinaRaghavan. Produced by @ganeshkbabu. The 107-second teaser offers a glimpse into the world of the film, establishing Gautham Ram Karthik as an aggressive youngster aspiring to make it big in politics. Gautham Karthik plays Ilaya, the ward secretary of a political party, who hopes to make it big. The teaser also introduces several intriguing characters who add depth and intensity to the narrative. It has quite a few hard-hitting dialogues including one which goes, Days when people who-knew-it-all emerging as leaders is over. We are now at a time when those who are known to everybody emerge as leaders. Eminent directors P. Vasu and Selvaraghavan are seen playing pivotal roles in the film. The teaser gives away the fact that Selvaraghavan plays a ruthless politician in the film, P Vasu plays a security guard who tries to talk Ilaya out of getting into politics. On the whole, the teaser gives the impression that the film will deliver a compelling theatrical experience. For the unaware, Gautham Ram Karthik plays the lead in the film, with Anchana Nethrun appearing as the female lead. The film also features Selvaraghavan in a pivotal role alongside Robbie, P. Vasu, A. Venkatesh, Maaran, Indumathi, Aditya Kathir, Bakkiyam Sankar and others. 'Bloody Politics' has been produced by director Ganesh K. Babu, best known for having directed the critically acclaimed superhit film 'Dada'. Ganesh K Babu has produced this film under his banner Draft by GKB, with Sanjay Muthukumar V as co-producer. The striking teaser presentation also highlights the confident directorial vision of Dhina Raghavan. The films technical crew includes Tha.Ramalingam as art director and Deepak S as editor. Lyrics for the songs have been penned by Yugabharathi, Ganesh K. Babu and Sowmiya Bharathi D. The additional technical team includes Costume designer Gayathri Balasubramanian, Stunt choreographer Abishek Srinivas and executive producer Durai Karthik.
Did Dhoni Ask for 25 per cent? CSK Gives Blunt Reply
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