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Chennai: Jana Nayagan Producer Is TN Special Representative In Delhi

Founder of KVN productions, headquartered in Bengaluru, Venkata Narayana is a qualified chartered accountant, cost and management accountant, company secretary and law graduate: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 26 Jun 2026 7:52 pm

TATA Starbucks Reimagines its Loyalty Program with New Rewards and Enhanced Benefits

TATA Starbucks has announced the launch of its reimagined Starbucks Rewards program, featuring Green, Gold and the newly introduced Reserve tier. The enhanced program is designed to offer members greater value through faster earning, easier redemption and access to a broader suite of rewards, benefits and experiences as they progress through the program. The updated tiers include: Green: The entry tier where members can earn Starbucks Rewards faster, and choose to redeem Rewards of their choice Gold: Customers can get upgraded to Gold by accumulating 1000 Stars within a year of joining Reserve: Comes with a sleek, black personalized card customized with the customers name and the first year they joined the program. Customers can get upgraded on accumulating 5000+ Stars within a year of joining TATA Starbucks Reimagines its Loyalty Program with New Rewards and Enhanced Benefits The Starbucks Rewards program will now offer a host of customer benefits with each level unlocking an expanded portfolio of rewards and experiences as they deepen their engagement with the brand: Faster Earning: Members will earn 1 Star for every Rs.10 spent, with Gold Members earning 1.2X Stars and Reserve Members earning 1.3X Stars on every Rs. 10 spent More Accessible Rewards: Lower redemption thresholds make it easier for members to unlock rewards and enjoy benefits sooner, bringing them closer to the experiences and rewards they value Benefits at Every Level: Members can enjoy a range of benefits including personalized offers, birthday rewards, milestone celebrations, Double Stars Days and member-exclusive offers, ensuring every visit feels more rewarding Enhanced Member Experiences: As members progress through the program, they will also unlock additional benefits including Free Customized Mondays (every member can receive one free modifier on any handcrafted drink), accelerated Star earnings, exclusive merchandise, curated coffee experiences, special event access and other member-only privileges Adrit Mishra, COO, TATAStarbucks , said, At TATA Starbucks, we are constantly looking for ways to strengthen our connection with customers and create experiences that are meaningful, rewarding and personalized. The reimagined Starbucks Rewards program reflects our commitment to delivering greater value to our members by making rewards easier to earn and redeem, while introducing new benefits and experiences that celebrate loyalty. Whether someone is just beginning their Starbucks Rewards journey or is one of our most loyal members, the program has been designed to reward them at every stage. For more information and to start enjoying these rewards, visit the Starbucks India mobile application. About TATA Starbucks Private Limited Starbucks entered the Indian market in October 2012 through a 50/50 Joint Venture with Tata Consumer Products Limited and currently operates more than 506 stores in India across 81 cities, Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Alibaug, Amritsar, Anand, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Bhatinda, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Calicut, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Faridabad, Gandhinagar, Ghaziabad, Goa, Guntur, Gurgaon, Guwahati, Gwalior, Haridwar, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Indore, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Kochi, Kolhapur, Kolkata, Lonavala, Lucknow, Ludhiana, Mangalore, Meerut, Mumbai, Mussoorie, Mysore, Nagpur, Nashik, New Delhi, Noida, Pathankot, Patiala, Pondicherry, Pune, Raipur, Siliguri, Sonipat, Surat, Thrissur, Trivandrum, Udaipur, Vadodara, Vapi,Vijayawada, Varanasi and Vizag are cities in India. through a network of over 4,305 passionate partners (employees). Starbucks stores are operated by the joint venture, TATA Starbucks Private Limited, and branded as Starbucks Coffee - A TATA Alliance.

News Voir 26 Jun 2026 5:40 pm

This Chennai man turned his home into a museum of time

What if you could travel through time without leaving Chennai?

The Hindu 26 Jun 2026 4:19 pm

Kauvery Hospital Supports Women Players Participating in the Stephen Koshy International Masters Basketball Tournament 2026

Stephen Koshy International Masters Basketball Tournament is scheduled to be held from 25th to 28th June 2026 at the Sports Council International Indoor Stadium, Kottayam, Kerala. 35 women players across 30+, 35+, 40+ and 45+ age categories will be participating in the tournament with the support of Kauvery Hospital. Kauvery Hospital is sponsoring women players participating in the Stephen Koshy International Masters Basketball Tournament 2026, which will be held from June 25 to 28 at the Sports Council International Indoor Stadium in Kottayam, Kerala. Kauvery Hospital Supports Women Players Participating in the Stephen Koshy International Masters Basketball Tournament 2026 The tournament will feature 100 teams across the mens and womens categories. Kauvery Hospital will support 35 women players who will participate in four age categories: 30+, 35+, 40+, and 45+. from Phoenix India Academy Basketball Club. The women participants come from diverse personal and professional backgrounds, including working women, married women, homemakers and mothers, from different cities and regions, including Chennai, Bangalore, Dehradun, Mumbai, Punjab, Kerala, Coimbatore and Salem. Through its support for the tournament, Kauvery Hospital aims to encourage active living, fitness, preventive health awareness and greater participation of women in sport. The initiative also highlights the importance of women continuing to prioritise their health, passion and personal fitness at every stage of life. Speaking about the initiative, Dr. Manivannan Selvaraj, Managing Director, Kauvery Hospital , said, At Kauvery Hospital, supporting this tournament is deeply meaningful for us because it celebrates women who continue to choose fitness, discipline and passion alongside their everyday responsibilities. Many of these women are professionals, homemakers, mothers and individuals who manage multiple roles in life, yet they step onto the court with remarkable energy and confidence. Their participation is a powerful reminder that health and self-care should never take a backseat, no matter the age or stage of life. Kauvery Hospital is proud to support women in sport and to stand with every woman who chooses to stay active, strong and inspired. The Stephen Koshy International Masters Basketball Tournament is expected to bring together experienced players, sports enthusiasts and supporters of active living, making it a strong platform to promote fitness, community participation and womens empowerment through sport. Kauvery Hospital continues to support initiatives that promote better health, preventive care, active lifestyles and stronger communities. About Kauvery Hospital Kauvery Hospital is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering patient-centric, ethical and advanced medical care. With a strong focus on clinical excellence, preventive health and community wellbeing, Kauvery Hospital continues to support initiatives that encourage healthier lifestyles and meaningful community engagement.

News Voir 26 Jun 2026 4:08 pm

The South Buys Newer, the North Holds Longer: India Is Three Used Car Markets in One

Cars24 and Team BHP's Gears of Growth 2025 report finds that preference for car age has significant regional differences. Southern markets are skewed towards 2019 and newer vehicles, western markets churn steadily across 2017 to 2021 model years, and North and Central India hold on to cars the longest. National statistics flatten India's used car market into one number. The Cars24 and Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 report, drawn from over 33 million users, pulls it apart and finds three distinct markets running on three different clocks. The variable that separates them is not the models people buy, but how old the car is when it changes hands. Southern markets show a higher concentration of vehicles from 2019 and later. Western India trades across a balanced spread of 2017 to 2021 model years. North and Central India carry a greater share of 2017 to 2019 and pre-2017 vehicles. The report's conclusion is direct: regional economics and buyer preferences shape inventory age profiles more than most buyers realise. Three regions, three ownership clocks The regional split in the Gears of Growth 2025 report reads as follows: Source: Cars24 x Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 Report In the South, the report points to faster upgrade cycles and higher car adoption, which keeps inventory young. For a buyer in Bengaluru, Chennai or Hyderabad, the practical effect is a shelf weighted toward 2019 and newer cars. A three to four year old vehicle is mainstream stock here, not a premium find. The same report finds Tamil Nadu's share of national demand rising from 6.1 percent to 6.5 percent and Karnataka's from 10 percent to 10.4 percent in 2025, a steady climb consistent with markets where cars circulate quickly. Western India behaves like the market's metronome. Maharashtra, the country's single largest used car market at 15.1 percent of national demand, and Gujarat, which posted the largest state-level gain of 2025 at 8.7 to 10.2 percent, both trade across an even spread of 2017 to 2021 model years. In Mumbai, Pune or Ahmedabad a buyer finds roughly equal odds of a five-year-old or a two-year-old car. The report calls this stable ownership churn: cars enter and exit ownership at a consistent rhythm rather than in waves. North and Central India run the longest clock. The region's higher share of 2017 to 2019 and pre-2017 vehicles points to owners who keep cars well past the national norm, and to what the report describes as value-driven resale behaviour. A buyer in Delhi NCR or across Uttar Pradesh, which alone holds 11.7 percent of national demand, will see more six to eight year old cars on the shelf than a southern buyer does. A car in this market is held, maintained, and sold late in its life, often to a buyer who intends to do exactly the same. Why the clocks run at different speeds The report attributes the divergence to regional economics and buyer preferences rather than any single cause. Southern states lead the country in adopting newer automotive technology: Karnataka and Maharashtra together account for 68 percent of all used EV purchases nationally. Markets comfortable buying the newest category of vehicle are, predictably, also the markets where recent model years dominate. Longer holding in the North reads as strategy, not lag. An owner who runs a car for eight or nine years extracts the maximum use from a depreciating asset before selling it into a deep pool of value-focused buyers. The report's non-metro data reinforces this: demand there concentrates in low-maintenance, affordable models such as the Swift Dzire, Wagon R and Alto, exactly the cars built to be owned long and sold late. What this means for used car buyers and sellers in Chennai will encounter a younger inventory mix, weighted to 2019 and newer, than someone shopping in Lucknow, where six to eight-year-old cars are common, even on the same platform on the same day. For sellers, the same car meets different demands depending on where it is sold. A 2020 vehicle is mid-life stock in a southern market that skews to 2019 and newer, and comparatively fresh inventory in a northern market dominated by older cars. Timing a sale against the regional clock, not the national average, is the more informed move. All figures in this article are sourced from the Cars24 Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 report, based on Cars24 internal transaction data comprising over 33 million users as of December 2025.

News Voir 26 Jun 2026 2:46 pm

ASI DG writes to TN MP on Keeladi excavation report, says internal committee will re-examine report on site

A dispute escalates between the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna over the 982-page Keeladi excavation report. The ASI wants the report re-examined by an internal committee, citing deficiencies, while Ramakrishna insists his findings, suggesting an early urban Tamil civilization from 800-500 BCE, are final and should not be altered. This comes after a court directed the report's publication, a deadline that has now passed.

The Times of India 26 Jun 2026 12:31 pm

Nine Climate-Tech Start-ups to Deploy Urban sustainability Solutions Across 10 Indian cities

The initiative is led by Social Alpha and the University of Toronto India Foundation through the Innovations in Sustainable Urban Transition Program. The selected start-ups to address urban sustainability challenges in construction, waste management, water, sanitation and renewable energy. To receive grants of up to INR 35 lakh to support the deployment Technology deployments will be undertaken in partnership with 11 private and six public organisations, including industry partners, educational institutions, healthcare providers and urban local bodies. Nine climate-tech start-ups are set to deploy solutions addressing critical urban sustainability challenges across 10 Indian cities, including Chennai, Kozhikode, Bengaluru, Khammam, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Bhavnagar and New Delhi. Under the Innovations in Sustainable Urban Transition Program, led by Social Alpha and the University of Toronto India Foundation (UTIF), these start-ups will deploy solutions that support low-carbon transitions across these cities. The selected start-ups will receive grants of up to INR 35 lakh to support the deployment of their innovations and help de-risk their adoption in urban environments. The selected start-ups will deploy innovations across sectors critical to urban sustainability, including low-carbon construction materials, renewable energy, waste management, water efficiency and sanitation. The nine startups include: Carbon Strong , whose proprietary fly ash-based binder replaces 35-40% of cement in concrete, cutting embodied carbon and costs with no process change for producers. Satiq Concrete Manufacturer , which develops low-temperature, waste-derived binders and engineered composites that deliver lightweight, high-strength, thermally efficient concrete with significantly lower emissions. Go Do Good Studio , which creates home-compostable food packaging using proprietary plant-based coatings and inks that eliminate plastic from urban food delivery and catering. Vivifica Sustainable Solutions , whose patented WENERATOR integrates process optimisation, IoT-based monitoring and multi-stage digestion to convert mixed organic waste into clean biogas at source, designed for institutional kitchens and canteens. Apeiro Energy , which develops vertical small wind turbines optimised for low wind speeds, paired with smart controllers, monitoring systems, energy management systems and an AI micrositing tool for wind-solar hybrid microgrids. Trinano Technologies , whose patented nano coating for solar panels increases energy output by 4%+, extends panel life by 2-3 years, and cuts cleaning requirements by 50%, addressing inefficiencies that reduce energy production. Smart Terra , whose AI-driven SaaS creates a digital twin of water networks to detect leaky pipes and faulty meters and predict operational inefficiencies in water networks with under 100-metre precision, and is agnostic to hardware, sensor or database technologies. Vayujal Technologies , whose atmospheric water generators can produce 43 to 3,000 litres of drinking water per day from air for homes, offices, institutions, industries and communities, in an energy-efficient manner, with zero water wastage and adherence to BIS 10500. Xpredict Labs , whose HiDrEC is a decentralised, packaged wastewater treatment system that runs on electrochemical principles with no external chemicals, requiring lower land footprints while producing reusable CPCB-compliant water. The technologies will be deployed through 17 partnerships spanning 11 private and six public organisations across 10 Indian cities, with expected outcomes spanning emissions reduction, waste diversion, production of energy from clean sources, energy efficiency, reduction in non revenue water losses, reduced dependence on groundwater, and increased access to clean drinking water. The pilot partners include ready-mix concrete manufacturers (RMCs) such as Veera Concrete and PCS Industries, schools under the Government of Maharashtra and Government of Tamil Nadu, research institutions such as the Central Road Research Institute, hospitals including Kilpauk Medical College Hospital and Meitra Hospital, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as Contendre Solar and Boson Whitewater, industries such as Ashapura Saltworks and Yashpoly, real estate companies such as DRA Homes, and urban local bodies and utilities including the Khammam Municipal Corporation and Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board. On the Program, Ganesh Neelam, Co-founder, Social Alpha , said, " By 2036, India's towns and cities are expected to be home to 600 million people. As urban populations grow, pressure on the systems that support everyday life will intensify. Cities will need to rethink how they design and construct infrastructure, manage resources, deliver essential services and build resilience to climate risks. Addressing these challenges requires solutions that are practical, reliable and deployable at scale. Our aim is to support a growing pipeline of innovators addressing urban sustainability challenges and support the deployment of these solutions across Indian cities ." Gauravi Lobo, Director, U of T India Foundatio n, said, " What this program has surfaced is that the constraint isn't the technology. It's the distance between a working solution and a public system ready to absorb it. The nine start-ups in this cohort are being tested against that distance, with pilots designed around what urban local bodies and civic institutions actually need to make adoption decisions. For UTIF, that is where the research question lives - and what we carry back to the University of Toronto is not just the outcome, but the institutional logic of how Indian cities are learning to integrate innovation at scale ." The Innovations in Sustainable Urban Transition Program was first launched in 2024. Its first cohort of eleven start-ups deployed innovations in 11 cities addressing air quality, sanitation, waste management, clean mobility and low-carbon construction materials. The Program demonstrated that deep-tech innovations can be contextualised, de-risked and deployed through structured public and private partnerships, generating measurable outcomes in emissions avoidance (105.99 tonnes of CO2e), waste diversion (407.15 tonnes), water savings (16,896 kilolitres) and improved air quality (between 20% - 94% reduction in PM 2.5 and 10 across four locations). urban@socialalpha.org . About Social Alpha Social Alpha is an operating philanthropy dedicated to taking breakthrough science from lab to the last mile. Social Alpha's full-stack, multistage innovation and venture development platform is designed to develop, de-risk and deploy frontier innovations to advance affordable healthcare, resilient livelihoods and climate action, prioritising the most critical challenges for people and planet. Founded in 2016, Social Alpha has supported over 450 innovations focused on socio-economic and environmental impact. For more information, please visit www.socialalpha.org . About University of Toronto India Foundation The University of Toronto India Foundation, based in Mumbai, serves as a dynamic bridge connecting the University of Toronto with India's academic institutions, innovators, non-profits, social enterprises and governments. Bringing together research, innovation and impact, UTIF works to address sustainability challenges faced by Indian cities through co-created solutions. www.uoftindiafoundation.com .

News Voir 26 Jun 2026 12:04 pm

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay showcases impressive fitness at 53

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, at 53, demonstrated remarkable fitness by completing a 6km 'Start Run, Stop Drugs' marathon in Chennai. Leading thousands, including ministers and volunteers, he administered an anti-drug pledge and actively participated, even offering water to fellow runners. Videos of his energetic run and motivational presence have gone viral, highlighting his disciplined lifestyle and commitment to public awareness.

The Times of India 26 Jun 2026 10:49 am

Vijay Flags Off, Joins Anti-Drug Awareness Run At Chennai's Marina Beach

Dressed in tracks, sneakers and sunglasses, the Chief Minister drew loud cheers from participants, many of them youngsters, as he ran alongside them wearing a Start Run, Stop Drugs T-shirt.

NDTV 26 Jun 2026 8:05 am

Bank holiday today: Are bank operations shut for Muharram on 26 June in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai? Check RBI calendar here

Bank holiday today: Banks are closed across cities in India today on account of Muharram. In addition to the common national and gazetted holidays, banks in India could have local holidays and festivals off, as required.

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 7:11 am

Senior citizen mistakenly paid tax on tax-free VRS compensation; wins complete relief from ITAT Chennai on this ground

A senior citizen wrongly paid tax on Rs 24 lakh retrenchment compensation received under a BSNL Voluntary Retirement Scheme. Despite a significant delay, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in Chennai granted him full tax exemption, recognizing the compensation as tax-free under Section 10(10B). This ruling offers relief and highlights the possibility of rectifying tax errors.

The Economic Times 26 Jun 2026 7:11 am

T.N. Finance Minister reviews development works, stresses inter-departmental coordination

With the Northeast monsoon approaching, he asked officials to expedite stormwater drain construction, canal desilting and other flood-mitigation measures.

The Hindu 26 Jun 2026 3:01 am

Khairatabad Ganesh to be 69-ft Panchamukha Form

Around 150 people will work on the idol. Artisans and workers will come from Chennai and Kolkata, and the team will work during the day and night to complete it within 80 days, Sandeep Raj said.

Deccan Chronicle 26 Jun 2026 2:55 am

Consumers fret as rice prices shoot up

The Hindu 26 Jun 2026 1:59 am

Tamil Nadu Power Sector Faces 2.47 Lakh Crore Debt, No Rate Hike This Year: Minister

Chennai, June 26: Tamil Nadus Electricity Minister, C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar, released a white paper on Thursday detailing the financial status of the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB). The report reveals that the states power sector is burdened with a staggering debt of 2.47 lakh crore. Despite this growing financial strain, the minister assured consumers that ... Read more Tamil Nadu Power Sector Faces 2.47 Lakh Crore Debt, No Rate Hike This Year: Minister

Morningstar 26 Jun 2026 1:57 am

TN opposes Centres NLC stake sale

The Times of India 26 Jun 2026 1:00 am

Kauvery Hospital launches mobile mammogram unit

The Hindu 26 Jun 2026 12:48 am

Death toll in Poonamallee accident rises to 2

The Times of India 26 Jun 2026 12:12 am

Nirmala Sitharaman welcomes TVKs stand on administrative cooperation with Centre

Nothing wrong in borrowing funds, its usage matters, says finance minister

The Times of India 26 Jun 2026 12:07 am

Two men killed in separate assaults in T Nagar; two arrested

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 11:59 pm

Kollywood Weighs OTT Impact as Streaming Reshapes Tamil Cinema

Too big for OTT, too small for box office: Caught between screen & stream, Kollywoods mid-budget filmmaker has nowhere to go

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 11:39 pm

How Tamil Nadu Forest Officials Restored Ennore Creek

Mangroves were planted in the area to act as a natural bio-shield

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 11:04 pm

No hike in power tariffs in TN this year: Minister

The minister blamed the previous DMK govt for introducing the multi-year tariff formula, under which the power tariffs were revised every year affecting domestic consumers and MSME sector industries.

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 10:51 pm

Unidentified man dies by suicide near SIDCO

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 10:02 pm

TRB releases assistant professor recruitment exam results

As many as 42,064 candidates appeared for the written exam, which was conducted on Dec 27 last year, to fill 2,708 vacancies. The board has already released the results of five subjects, and the remaining 43 subjects were released on Thursday.

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 9:53 pm

DMK planned to split VCK- Aadhav

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 9:28 pm

Chengalpet bus terminus to open in a month

Will Feature 46 bus bays, Serve Over 600 Daily Bus Routes

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 9:25 pm

Ahead of joining TVK, Vijayabaskar distributes gift hamper to voters in Viralimalai

Preparations are under way at a private hall in Chennai for Vijayabaskars induction into TVK. His team has been working overtime to make the event a grand one and to exhibit his political prowess. If the move goes through, Vijayabaskar will become the fifth AIADMK MLA to resign and join TVK.

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 8:42 pm

Amid row over his conduct, Higher Education Minister expresses regret

Viswanathan insists his act of providing first aid to students during a marathon in Madurai had been misrepresented

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 6:25 pm

Jawahirullah urges TVK government to reconsider gold ring scheme

Questioning the government's priorities, he said spending crores of rupees on gold rings for newborns raises concerns when critical healthcare needs remain unmet

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 3:37 pm

ED Conducts Raids in Tamil Nadu Over Teacher Recruitment Scam

Chennai, June 25: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a significant operation, conducting searches at 21 locations across Chennai, Madurai, Trichy, and Coimbatore. This action is part of an investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, linked to a scam involving the Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) during the lecturer recruitment examination for ... Read more ED Conducts Raids in Tamil Nadu Over Teacher Recruitment Scam

Morningstar 25 Jun 2026 3:32 pm

Chennais Dr Priya Selvaraj on surviving a crevasse fall and summiting Mount Everest

Dr Priya Selvaraj trained for four months to summit Mount Everest. The daunting climb there and back, scaling the highest mountain in the world at 8,848.86 metres, taught her many lessons and even had her fighting for her life. Back in Chennai, this granddaughter of legendary actor Gemini Ganesan, recounts the gritty details of her journey

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 3:01 pm

Heavy Rainfall Expected in Tamil Nadu from June 28 Due to Active Southwest Monsoon

Chennai, June 25: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted widespread rainfall across Tamil Nadu in the coming days. Due to the active southwest monsoon, heavy rain is expected in over a dozen districts starting June 28. According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai, a change in the speed of western winds may ... Read more Heavy Rainfall Expected in Tamil Nadu from June 28 Due to Active Southwest Monsoon

Morningstar 25 Jun 2026 2:37 pm

2 men killed in separate drunken brawl incidents in Chennai's T. Nagar; 2 arrested

Two men lost their lives in separate drunken assaults in T. Nagar within hours of each other. The first victim, Rajendran, was attacked by an auto-rickshaw driver following an argument. The second, Ravi Kumar, a supervisor, was fatally assaulted by a cleaner at a wedding hall after being reprimanded. Police have arrested both suspects.

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 1:48 pm

CM Vijay Flags Off 300 New Govt Buses, Takes Bus Ride in Chennai

An official release here said that operating through 26 regions and 317 depots, a fleet of around 21,527 buses serves approximately 2.05 crore commuters daily

Deccan Chronicle 25 Jun 2026 1:34 pm

Centre approves Rs 530 cr for intelligent transport system in Chennai

Chennai is set to revolutionize its traffic management with a Rs 500 crore intelligent transport system. Funded by a loan from Japan, the project will enhance efficiency and handle growing demands. Key features include advanced traffic control at numerous junctions, incident detection, and real-time information systems. The Greater Chennai Corporation anticipates full operation by August 2026, promising a smoother commute for residents.

The Economic Times 25 Jun 2026 1:21 pm

Tamil Nadu Government Launches QR Code-Based E-Petition System for Public Grievances

Chennai, June 25: The Tamil Nadu government has taken a significant step towards digitizing government services and reducing paperwork. School Education Minister Raj Mohan inaugurated an electronic petition (e-petition) system at the state secretariat. This initiative allows citizens to register their complaints through an easy-to-use QR code-based platform. The aim of this initiative is to ... Read more Tamil Nadu Government Launches QR Code-Based E-Petition System for Public Grievances

Morningstar 25 Jun 2026 12:41 pm

India may approve $370 million Chinese-linked auto investment, first in nearly a decade

India is poised to approve a significant $370 million investment from Horse Powertrain Ltd., a hybrid-engine venture backed by China's Geely and France's Renault. This move, one of the largest Chinese-linked manufacturing investments in years, will see advanced hybrid powertrains built in India, potentially at Renault's Chennai plant. The investment aligns with India's recent policy shifts to boost local manufacturing and highlights the growing demand for hybrid vehicles.

The Economic Times 25 Jun 2026 12:37 pm

Road in Tambaram named after late Major Mukund Varadarajan

The martyr was posthumously awarded the Ashoka Chakra. The Sivakarthikeyan-starrer hit Tamil filmAmaran that was released in 2024 was based on his life.

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 12:33 pm

Tamil Nadu Launches 300 New Buses

Chennai, June 25: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay inaugurated the services of 300 new buses operated by the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation in Chennai. This marks a significant enhancement to the public transport fleet. During a ceremony held at the Secretariat, Chief Minister Joseph Vijay flagged off the 300 new diesel and ... Read more Tamil Nadu Launches 300 New Buses

Udaipur Kiran 25 Jun 2026 11:59 am

Tamil Nadu Unveils 300 New Buses to Enhance Public Transport

Chennai, June 25: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay inaugurated 300 new buses operated by the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation in Chennai. This marks a significant expansion of the public transport fleet. During a ceremony held at the Secretariat, Chief Minister Joseph Vijay flagged off the new diesel and CNG buses. Following the ... Read more Tamil Nadu Unveils 300 New Buses to Enhance Public Transport

Morningstar 25 Jun 2026 11:57 am

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Launches Heritage Book in Tamil Nadu and Inaugurates Restored Lighthouse in Puducherry

Chennai, June 25: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will begin her two-day official visit to Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on Thursday. During this visit, she will launch a heritage book in Tamil Nadu and inaugurate a restored lighthouse in Puducherry. Sitharaman arrived in Chennai from New Delhi on Wednesday evening, where she was welcomed by ... Read more Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Launches Heritage Book in Tamil Nadu and Inaugurates Restored Lighthouse in Puducherry

Morningstar 25 Jun 2026 11:52 am

Man arrested for duping Chennai resident of 23 lakh with fake MTC job promise

The complainant alleged that the accused Ilanchezhiyan claimed to have close connections with former Transport Minister S.S. Sivasankar and assured him that he could secure an Assistant Engineer post for his son in the MTC

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 11:48 am

Tiruvallur ammonia gas leak: Woman from Odisha dies, taking toll to 11

Currently, 67 persons 64 women and three men are undergoing treatment. Of them, 16 patients are on ventilator support, 21 are receiving nasal oxygen, and 30 patients are stable

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 11:26 am

DVAC conducts searches at 14 locations linked to former minister EV Velu in highways corruption case; FIR registered

Former Tamil Nadu minister E.V. Velu and 10 others are under investigation following DVAC searches at 14 locations. A corruption case alleges misappropriation of public funds in Highways Department road works from 2022. Investigators claim contracts were awarded and payments made without work execution, leading to wrongful loss to the state exchequer.

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 11:22 am

DVAC books former Highways Minister E.V. Velu in corruption case; launches raids

FIR alleges huge money was paid to highways contractors though no road work was done

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 11:08 am

Galaxy Health Insurance eyes 1,000cr GWP by FY29

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 4:00 am

Major Reshuffle in Tamil Nadu Police Department: 15 IPS Officers Transferred and Promoted

Chennai, June 25: The Tamil Nadu government has ordered a significant reshuffle in the police department, transferring, promoting, and assigning new posts to 15 IPS officers across the state. This decision was made by the Home Department as part of an administrative process aimed at strengthening policing and filling critical vacancies in various commissionerates and ... Read more Major Reshuffle in Tamil Nadu Police Department: 15 IPS Officers Transferred and Promoted

Morningstar 25 Jun 2026 1:28 am

WRD plans community-led effort to rejuvenate upper reaches of the Cooum river

The WRD held joint inspection with various stakeholders in a portion of the river on Wednesday

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 12:41 am

15policeofficers transferred, given new postings

Five of them were promoted from the Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) to SPs

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 12:40 am

Rotary Club gifts blood donation van worth 35 lakh

The state-of-the-art van will take blood donation services directly to apartments, educational institutions, corporates, associations, and community groups across Chennai at no cost

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 12:31 am

Symbolism or substance? T.N.s public health professionals question gold ring scheme

The gold ring may be intended as a celebration of birth, but for many within the public health sector, the more pressing need is investment in the workforce and infrastructure that makes safe deliveries possible, say health officials and doctors

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 12:30 am

Freemasons celebrate universal brotherhood day

The event saw the participation of more than 500 members

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 12:30 am

Health Department to roll out Healthy and Hygienic Food Streets on pilot basis

Health Minister said they have come up with the initiative to ensure that food served by street food vendors is of quality and hygiene

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 12:26 am

DMK, CPM continue war of words

The Times of India 25 Jun 2026 12:01 am