Access to GCC playgrounds restricted forgovt.-aided schools in George Town
The GCC has decided to collect charges from schools for access to its playgroundsduring school hours; this has led to disruption of sports activities in schools in the congested neighbourhood
Over 59,000 teachers take up TET exam across Tamil Nadu
In September 2025, the Supreme Court had ruled that all teachers, except those with less than five years of service, must clear TET to continue in their jobs, with no exceptions even for promotion
Sai Kishore looks to take bad patch in his stride
Ethanol-blended petrol is safe to use: oil firm representatives
Priest arrested for stealing gold jewellery and silver articles from house
OTA unveils publicity displays at Nanganallur MetroStation
Field survey highlights wetlands significance amid reservoir debate
Its time for Tamil Nadu to segregate solid waste at source
Though the new Solid Waste Management Rules kicked in on April 1, 2026, there has been little awareness among residents of this momentous change in urban solid waste management. While most parts of the world have settled into a routine of segregation of waste at source, Tamil Nadu still packs a mixed garbage bag. This report looks at how the new Rules could impact source segregation in the State
60% of ammonia gas cleared from seafood factory in Tiruvallur
The operation was undertaken by the district administrationand a team of experts; work to remove the remaining gas will resume today
DVAC conducts surprise checks across Tamil Nadu
Over 46 kg of ganja, 100 kg of gutkha seized; 11 arrested in Avadi
Corporation begins desilting of lakes and canals in Chennai ahead of monsoon
Four injured as MTC buses collide near War Memorial
IIT Madras Pravartak aims to train 10 lakh students in AI in the next three years
Man arrested for murdering friend in drunken brawl
Shopkeeper accused of sexually harassing minor consumes poison
Woman poses as customer, steals gold at shop
Priest arrested for theft at dance teachers house
Mini-truck driver dies in crash at traffic signal
Cloud cover keeps daytime temperatures down, humidity up
Drug peddlers using juveniles in Kannagi Nagar nabbed
Person seeking separate Tamil nation will be seen as one with mental health issues: HC
Guv invites people to Lok Bhavan to share problems
Governor has authority to review Central schemes: Nainar
CMI to offer maths certificate courses to school teachers
DMK will bounce back after defeat: Stalin
The Parandur airport project was not part of the review as it will be discussed at a separate meeting, sources say
All roads of horse-trading leads to Lok Bhavan
DMK, AIADMK, BJP approach governor with allegations
Teen Makes A Splash With Ocean Cleanup
Chennai teen diver Thaaragai has removed over 7,000 kg of plastic waste from the ocean floor
City hosts major eye surgery conference
HC discharges former DMK MP from tree felling case
Tenkasi may be next Keeladi, a new dig suggests
Archaeologists find a brick stepwell that may date back by 2,500 years
Persistent night time heat defines Tamil Nadus second warmest June this decade
However, June 2019 remains the warmest June of the past decade, recording the highest maximum (35.4C) and minimum temperatures (25.3C)
More heart attacks treated, but deaths and costs climb too
Chennais Nelson Manickam Road choked by unregulated U-turns, encroachments and Tasmac crowds
Chennai surgeon attends Seychelles 50th Independence Day celebrations, meets PM Modi
Police summon Senthilbalaji, his brother in connection with TVK MLA bribery attempt case
The Greater Chennai Police have also issued a lookout circular against both men to prevent them from leaving the country and facilitate their detention at immigration checkpoints, if necessary
TNCC slams three-language policy, recalls Nehrus assurance
Eight arrested in 63.39 lakh fake gold loan fraud
DMK questions 6-hour police interrogation of Anitha Radhakrishnan in defamation case
TN man accused of impregnating minor girl acquitted after DNA test proves his innocence
A 32-year-old man spent two years in Salem Central Prison after being accused of raping and impregnating a minor. Refusing bail, he insisted on being declared innocent by the court. A recent DNA test confirmed that he was not the father of the child, leading to his acquittal by a Pocso court.
Assisted by his wife, curd pot maker in Chennai supplies stock regularly to star hotel
InRoyapettah, an enterprise focussed on making curd pots has completed its golden jubilee due to a man who would not give up. This enterprise is as small as it gets; it has two members on its rolls, he and his wife
2016 gutkha scam: Complete trial within three months, orders Madras High Court
Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan issues the direction to a special court for MP/MLA cases in Chennai while dismissing a petition filed by former DGP S. George
The dry waste collection drive near you in Chennai
Meet three Chennai residents who have brought the healthy practice of squirrelling away dry discards for the recycler to their neighbourhood and also made it regular. These initiatives are having a buy-in from their neighbours
Twice a day collection model in St. Thomas Mount-cum-Pallavaram Cantonment Board
St. Thomas Mount-cum-Pallavaram Cantonment Board introduces a decentralised waste management system thanks to generous support from the Punjab Association
T.N. Governor inaugurates two-day conference on intraocular implant and refractive surgery
CPI CONDEMNS AADHAV ARJUNA, ANITHA RADHAKRISHNAN FOR REMARKS
Trust urges T.N. Social Justice Minister to ensure law against honour killings is enacted
Oncology Kitchen at the Institute of Child Health and Hospital for Children in Egmoremeets the huge nutritional needs of children undergoing cancer treatment. And the fact that the bill of fare comes free is a huge relief to their parents
An online petition to saveNageswaraRao park
Hobby groups decryNageswaraRao Parks makeover
They have sent a jointly signed letter to theMylaporeMLAP.Venkataramananseeking that he prevent any furthercutting of trees and concreting of the ground
Alert locopilots stop train going in the wrong direction in ChennaiDivision
Signal cleared for one route but train got diverted to another: official sources
MPEDA in discussions with Quikjet Cargo Airlines to ferry tuna from Andamans to Bengaluru
57th Year Drama Awards presented at The Mylapore Academy
When photography becomes accessible to everyone
TNPDCL hikes salary to retired personnel, contract labour to meet shortage
Chennai metro prepares driverless trains for Phase-2 corridor launch
HC orders armed police protection to C Ve Shanmugam
HC slams ex-minister Anitha Radhakrishnan; refuses anticipatory bail
Womens forum president Nandini Azad elected to IRU Global Board for third consecutive time
Perungudi dumpyard heads for a greener future
Corporation to build new bus terminus, depot near Velachery MRTS station
ESAKKI SUBAYA CALLS ON SPEAKER J C D PRABHAKAR TO SUBMIT EXPLANATION FOR HIS RESIGNATION
Renfra Energy India files DRHP with 430 cr fresh issue
Ramco Systems appoints Sandesh Bilagi as CEO
HC imposes Rs 50k cost on Union home and external affairs ministries
Explained | Why SpiceJet has suspended Chennai flights
Why has SpiceJet suspended its flights from Chennai? The airline has sharply reduced operations across India as it grapples with a shrinking fleet, financial pressures and regulatory scrutiny. In this video, we explain what led to the suspension, why passengers are complaining, the airlines financial challenges, and whether recent fundraising efforts are enough to help it recover.
TN forest department launches mobile lab, fire vehicles
Environmentalists urge T.N. government to set up dedicated El Nio monitoring cell
They say authorities should plan for possible drinking water shortages, disruptions to food production, and energy demands; IMD forecasts indicate that El Nio conditions are likely to strengthen further during Southwest monsoon
Death toll in Tiruvallur ammonia leak rises to 18 as another worker dies
Southern Railway cancels 41 Chennai suburban trains for engineering works
Illegal Tasmac bars thrive, thanks to zero enforcement
Madras high court imposes Rs 50,000 cost on Union home and external affairs ministries
A division bench of Justice Anita Sumanth and Justice Sunder Mohan passed the order on a plea moved by Mohamed Sameer seeking to produce his father Zahir Hussain and set him at liberty.
Search on for trio who assaulted DVAC SI during robbery bid
CCTV camera footage from the surrounding area is being analysed to identify the suspects
ADB approves $230-million loan to modernise water supply and sanitation in Chennai
The project will install 170 km of water and sewer pipes, upgrade seven water and 38 sewer pumping stations
41 suburban train services to remain cancelled in Chennai on July 5 and 12
TN govt fixes deadlines for disciplinary proceedings against officials
Warns Action For Avoidable Delays
Apollo Cancer Centres launches blood-based multi-cancer detection test
The test can detect signals associated with multiple cancers, including bladder, colorectal, breast, prostate, oesophageal, gastric, liver, lung, ovarian, and pancreatic cancers
Another ex-minister quits AIADMK, EPS holds review meet
DMK to move SC against Aadhav Arjunaa over Karur remarks
'I refused to join TVK: DMK's Anitha Radhakrishnan claims his arrest was political vendetta
Former DMK minister Anitha Radhakrishnan was arrested after his anticipatory bail plea was rejected, with the MLA claiming he was pressured to join the ruling TVK and his arrest followed his refusal. DMK leaders, including MK Stalin and Kanimozhi, condemned the arrest as political vendetta and questioned the government's selective actions. The case stems from alleged defamatory remarks against the chief minister.
Chennai is experiencing a surge in popularity for Mahjong, a 200-year-old Chinese tile game. Once obscure, it's now a fervent pastime in clubs and homes, attracting mostly women aged 35 and above. This strategic game, akin to rummy, offers mental stimulation and social connection, replacing traditional games like bridge. Workshops and informal clubs are flourishing, indicating Mahjong's growing appeal as a lifestyle choice.
Avadi train passengers seek digital coach position display boards to avoid last-minute rush
Absenteeism crackdown sparks calls for systemic reforms in T.N. public health sector
Government doctors say pay disparities, manpower shortage, extended duty hours, and workplace safety are some of the issues that need to be addressed. They also accuse successive governments of finding it politically convenient to position doctors against the public
Stakeholders highlight priority issues at Oragadam medical devices park at high-level meeting
S. Vijayakumar, Industries Secretary, S.A. Raman, MD, SIPCOT, and senior officials from SIPCOT, Revenue Department, electricity department, Guidance TamilNadu, and other related departments participated
Special weekly train between Tirunelveli and Chennai Egmore
Ammonia removal operation at Tiruvallur seafood processing plant on July 4 and 5
A 500-metre restricted zone has been set up for the operation, which is being conducted in light of the ammonia leak at the plant
