T.N. govt.s Overseas Manpower Corporation Ltd. inks pact with VIT Chennai
The memorandum, pertaining to the mobility of students for education and employment to foreign countries, was signed in the presence of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin.
Double-decker EV bus to take tourists to sites of historical, cultural significance in Chennai
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin flagged off the bus from Chennai Trade Centre, where he took part in the World Tamil Diaspora Day 2026 celebrations.
T20 WC Bangladesh: BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said that the Board of Control for Cricket in India has not received any update from the International Cricket Council regarding a reported shift in venue for Bangladeshs T20 World Cup matches, stating that its a matter of discussion between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the ICC. India and Sri Lanka are set to co-host the T20 World Cup, starting February 7. However, Bangladeshs cricketing board wrote a letter to the ICC requesting that its matches be shifted to Sri Lanka, citing security concerns amid growing tensions between the two neighbouring nations. The BCB also stated that they had received a response from the ICC, with the governing council assuring them that they would look into the matter. On Monday, reports indicated that the ICC is considering alternative venues for Bangladeshs matches, and it seems unlikely that Bangladesh will play in Sri Lanka, a venue they preferred, with Chennai and Trivandrum reportedly emerging as the potential options instead of the originally designated venues in Kolkata and Mumbai. However, Saikia stated that the Indian cricket board has not received any information about this. On Monday, reports indicated that the ICC is considering alternative venues for Bangladeshs matches, and it seems unlikely that Bangladesh will play in Sri Lanka, a venue they preferred, with Chennai and Trivandrum reportedly emerging as the potential options instead of the originally designated venues in Kolkata and Mumbai. Also Read: Live Cricket Score According to the current schedule, Bangladesh are scheduled to play three games against the West Indies (February 7), against Italy (February 9), and against England (February 14) in Kolkata before moving to Mumbai to face Nepal on February 17. Article Source: IANS
Anand Mahindra in his social media post on Monday spoke about Chennai's Perungudi dumpyard, once a massive landfill, which has been transformed using bio-mining technology from Blue Planet Environmental Solutions. The tech mogul said if 50 years of garbage can be re-invented, then there is hope for India and there is room for more growth stories.
VinFast off to a fast start, crosses 1,000 EV sales in India
T20 WC in deadlock: ICCBCB impasse deepens as Bangladesh venues remain unresolved
Bangladesh's T20 World Cup venue remains uncertain as the BCB seeks a shift to Sri Lanka due to security concerns. The ICC and BCCI are exploring Indian alternatives like Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram. This impasse follows a dispute over a player's IPL release, escalating tensions and impacting broadcast rights. Pakistan has also offered to host.
Chennai is experiencing unusual and unexpected cold weather conditions, and social media users feel the weather in Tamil Nadu's capital is similar to that of Ooty or Bangalore. Chennai is likely to experience light to moderate rainfall today. The skies are expected to remain cloudy with intermittent rainfall in some areas, the IMD said.
IIT Jammu partners with Skill-Lync to launch certificate courses in future mobility engineering
JAMMU/CHENNAI: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu has partnered with Skill-Lync to offer certificate courses in future mobility engineering, aimed at addressing the rapid transformation underway in Indias automotive sector. Under the partnership, Skill-Lync, which entered into joint venture the Institute Incubation and Innovation Council of IIT, will introduce a portfolio of future-focused learning []
On January 12, 2026, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,621 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,486 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 2,42,100 per kilogram. Check city-wise rates here.
Over 2,500 students receive degrees at Crescent Institute
A total of 2,991 students including 65 Ph.D., 774 postgraduate and 2,152 undergraduate candidates received their degree at the ceremony
Corporation starts removing shops for second phase of Blue Flag area on Marina beach
The second phase is expected to be launched by the end of this month on the Marina beach
City residents feel the chill as temperature drops
The Regional Meteorological Centre forecast light to moderate rain for Monday at a few places over Tamil Nadu,Puducherry,and Karaikal
CCB registers 661 cases, arrests over 600 accused in 2025
CPM flays EPS for criticising TN pension plan
Chennai shivers on an unusually chilly Sunday
Cops nab two cyber scamsters from Erode
Fight over pongal gift, two held
Airport tells people not to burn things this Bhogi
CM to launch double-decker sightseeing bus today
Non-resident Tamils play a significant role in TN's economy
Child authors get bigger reception at book fair
Metro trial run a success: Ops on Poonamallee-Vadapalani line in Feb
Elderly woman found dead near Ponneri
Draft women-centric campaigns, Nitin tells BJP cadres
TNCC to DMK: Bring resolution against VBGRAMG
Chennai-Bengaluru expressway project stalls due to delay on stretch from Arakkonam to Kancheepuram
Cash to the tune of 5,587 crore disbursed for Pongal till January 11: Minister
Jet ski trials at Manali and Madhavaram lakes
Marathon held to create awareness on drug abuse
Held in association with the Tamil Nadu Athletic Association, LIFEATHON 2026 carried the message Run for Life, Free from Drugs
Chennai Metro Rail train chugs along from Porur to Vadapalani
The Chennai Metro Rail Limited conducted a trial run after the elevated viaduct fromPorurtoVadapalaniwas completed. The sectionincludes a 4-km double-decker line from AlwarthirunagartoAlapakkam
Century Flour Mills: 72 years of separating wheat from chaff
From farms to forklifts: Journey of entrepreneur
Engage with Lanka to save Tamils rights: Stalin to Modi
Genetic resources tree park near Vandalur zoo opens for public
Chennai Metro Rail Limited conducts trial Run up to Vadapalani
This is part of CMRls 118.9 km phase II project with three corridors corridor 3 (Madhavaram to SIPCOT), corridor 4 (Poonamallee to Light House) and corridor 5 (Madhavaram to Sholinganallur)
Traffic police organise Super Bike Rally
More than 600 participants, including members of the Chennai Motor Club, Chennai Race Club, volunteers, and traffic police personnel, took part in the rally
Stalin flags grave risks posed to the Tamils by the ongoing constitutional reforms in Sri Lanka
The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister urges the Government of India to engage diplomatically with the neighbouring country and press for a constitutional process that genuinely addresses Tamil grievances
Kamal Haasan moves Madras High Court to safeguard personality rights
Actor Kamal Haasan has filed a John Doe lawsuit at the Madras High Court to protect his personality rights against unauthorized commercial exploitation. The plea seeks to prevent the misuse of his name, image, and the title 'Ulaganayagan' by individuals and institutions, citing a specific instance of a Chennai firm selling unauthorized merchandise.
Man from Erode arrested in 1.23 crore online stock market investment fraud
Legacy Still Unbreakable; True Icon Of The Game: Wishes Pour In From Fraternity As Dravid Turns 53
T20 World Cup: Rahul Dravid, former head coach of Team India and one of cricket's most esteemed figures, celebrated his 53rd birthday on Sunday and tributes flooded in from the cricket community, including former players, franchises, and the BCCI, all offering their congratulations to the legendary cricketer. Dravid represented India in 164 Tests, 344 ODIs, and one T20 International, scoring over 24,000 international runs since his debut in 1996. He retired from all formats in 2013 and served as India's head coach from November 21 to June 2024. During his tenure, the team won the T20 World Cup 2024 and reached the final of the ODI World Cup 2023. 509 international matches, 24,208 international runs, 48 international centuries. Winning Head Coach of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024. Here's wishing #TeamIndia great Rahul Dravid a very happy birthday, the BCCI captioned a photo of Dravid. Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh commended Dravid's composure in high-pressure scenarios and expressed that playing with him was a privilege. Heartiest birthday greetings to Rahul Dravid, the Wall of Indian cricket. Playing alongside him was a privilege every teammate cherished. When the pressure was highest, his calm presence in the dressing room and at the crease gave the rest of us confidence. Wishing him good health, happiness, and many more years of making a difference to the game he loves, the former spinner tweeted on X. Shikhar Dhawan praised Dravid's elegance and cricketing intelligence while wishing him a happy 53rd birthday. Happy birthday, Rahul bhai. Your calm, class and cricketing mind have inspired generations. Have a fantastic one, Dhawan wrote. IPL 2025 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru also joined in wishing their first skipper. Our first Royal Challenger. Our first leader. Forever our Bengaluru boy. Wishing a very happy birthday to one of Indian crickets finest, a true icon of the game, and the former #TeamIndia head coach, Rahul Dravid, RCB wrote on X. Five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings wrote, Built as the wall at the crease, to build generations of cricketers. Super birthday, Rahul Dravid. Your legacy is still unbreakable. IPL 2025 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru also joined in wishing their first skipper. Our first Royal Challenger. Our first leader. Forever our Bengaluru boy. Wishing a very happy birthday to one of Indian crickets finest, a true icon of the game, and the former #TeamIndia head coach, Rahul Dravid, RCB wrote on X. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Mumbai Indians shared a photo of Rohit Sharma and Dravid holding the T20 World Cup 2024 trophy on X, writing, Happy birthday to everyones favourite, The Great Wall of India. Article Source: IANS
Seal Ennore ammonia terminal and pipeline, insists a PIL before Madras High Court
Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava and Justice G. Arul Murugan are slated to hear the case on Monday
Countdown Begins for One of ISROs Longest PSLV Missions
Chennai, Jan 11: The countdown for one of ISROs longest-ever Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) missions will begin at around 12.18 pm today, officials said. The PSLV-C62 mission, carrying 16 satellites, is scheduled to lift off at about 10.18 am on Monday from the first launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. [] The post Countdown Begins for One of ISROs Longest PSLV Missions appeared first on Northlines .
Chennai Weather Today Rain Alert: A yellow alert has been sounded for Chennai and neighbouring districts as a weather system over the Bay of Bengal continues to influence conditions across northern coastal Tamil Nadu. Chennai is likely to receive heavy rainfall today. But, as of now there is no update regarding the closure of schools and colleges in the city.
Tamil Nadu weather: IMD retains yellow alert for today; Chennai, suburbs may still get heavy rain
Chennai experienced overcast skies and a chilly breeze on Saturday, with the predicted heavy rain fizzling out. However, the India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Sunday, anticipating 6-12cm of rainfall in Chennai, Chengalpet, and Kancheepuram. Despite a weakened weather system, atmospheric circulation will persist, bringing moderate to heavy showers and thunderstorms to north coastal Tamil Nadu.
The many faces of actor-auteur Bhagyaraj
Terrific with his anecdotes, Bhagyaraj still offers a glimpse into the way the Tamil film industry functioned in the 1970s, 80s, and 90s
January weather system to influence heavy rainfall in parts of coastal districts on Sunday
Coastal places like Chennai experienced nippy weather, strong surface winds interspersed with light rainfall on Saturday owing to the wind influence that brought moisture from Bay of Bengal
New plaza at city airport ready, but wait for second cab pick-up point extends
AAI sources say legal opinion has to be sought due to an issue with an earlier contractbefore opening the new pick-up point; it is expected to be in use by early March after multiple delays
Thangam Thennarasu insists Centre release pending funds for various projects
Stalin asks Centre to exercise caution in caste enumeration during national census
Rahul to participate in Gudalur school event on Jan 13
Selvaperunthagai warns partymen against speaking about alliance in public
AIADMK interviews aspirants for 2026 polls; brief tension at party HQ over Jayalalithaa claimant
TAPS to come into effect from Jan 1, 2026
Post-mortem report details kidney, spleen damage in crows
Woman held for stealing gold jewellery from homemaker
At RSRM hospital, expectant mothers climb stairs for care
Man held for alleged sexual harassment of woman inside cinema theatre
BIS holds Standards Carnival to celebrate Foundation Day
Waste collection stalls to be put up in Avadi ahead of Bhogi
1,384 recruits pass out of CRPF-Recruit Training Centre, Avadi
Glow garden at Mamallapuram nearing completion
Three arrested for supplying OG ganja
Olive Ridley turtles get satellite tags
AIMA honours art patrons,music and dance educators
Names of dead voters still in draft rolls
Doctors body to launch stir if talks fail
Woman drugs homemaker, steals gold, held
GCC announces 1 lakh fine for illegal tree felling from Jan 12
Network issues mar Pongal gift distribution
Pongal, Bihu, and Lohri showcase India's harvest spirit
Across India, harvest festivals like Pongal, Bihu, Uttarayan, and Sankranti unite communities in celebrating the sun and agricultural bounty. From wearing auspicious black in Bengal to bonfires in Punjab and kite flying in Gujarat, each tradition offers unique customs.
Jana Nayagan issue: Kamal Haasan calls for defined time-limit, transparent certification process
Microsoft director Cecil Sunder calls on Kamal Haasan, discusses application of AI
The hassle of getting to thePallavaramstation
Sivasankaran Street in Zamin Pallavaram is an access road to Pallavaram railway station, which is ironical, because it is hugely inaccessible
Chennai needs more low-floor buses
Various recommendations have been presented in a report by commerce students of The New College on the State Governments free bus ride scheme
India should design and manufacture 70% of products made here over the next 10 years, say experts
IIT professors, research leaders call for support to Indian students and scientists to convert their ideas into successful commercial products at webinar organised by SASTRA, The Hindu Education Plus
Chennai to hostSolar Premier League
Organised by Solar is My Passion and powered by RenewX, the contest is supported by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India and will see at least 16 teams showcasing their installation skills.
Tamil Nadu: CM Stalin eyes over 200 seats in Assembly polls
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Saturday, January 10, said his party-led alliance would win well over 200 constituencies out of the total 234 segments in the Assembly polls due by March-April this year. Addressing a harvest festival Pongal event here, Stalin said people from various parties, and even those who may Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Forensic experts from Home Ministry examine Vijays campaign vehicle
The CBI had arranged for bringing the vehicle to Karur from Chennai and it has been parked at the Circuit House; AIIMS team visits the govt. hospital in Karur
Tamil Nadu may soon get a hot air balloon safari park
We are not afraid of Anna; we too praise and glorify him: BJP leader Nainar Nagenthran
Umran Malik Omitted From Jammu And Kashmir Squad For Ranji Trophy Preparatory Camp
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Cricket Stadium: Pacer Umran Malik has been left out of Jammu and Kashmirs squad for the Ranji Trophy preparatory camp, set to happen in Pondicherry. Malik, who has played ten ODIs and eight T20Is for India, was in the squad for the first half of the Ranji Trophy, but played only one game against Rajasthan in Srinagar and went wicketless. In the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Malik played five matches and took six wickets, but was omitted from the squad for the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Opener Qamran Iqbal, who hit a century in Jammu and Kashmirs memorable Ranji Trophy win over Delhi at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, has also been omitted. The JKCA has included Dikshant Kundal and Kawalpreet Singh, while Umar Nazir and Shubham Pundir also return to the squad. Jammu and Kashmir will begin their Ranji Trophy phase two campaign against Pondicherry at the Sichem Stadium from January 22-25. Head coach Ajay Sharma will join the team on January 17. It is followed by a clash against Himachal Pradesh from January 29 to February 1 at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Cricket Stadium in Nadaun. The Ranji Trophy knockout matches are slated to be played from February 6-28. Jammu and Kashmir are currently at second place in Elite Group D after table-toppers Mumbai with 20 points from five games. To prepare the J&K Team for the tournament & acclimatise the team, the Management has decided to send its team to Pondicherry. The players and Members of Support staff of the team will travel directly to Chennai under the arrangements of JKCA on 16th January, 2026 from their respective locations. It is followed by a clash against Himachal Pradesh from January 29 to February 1 at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Cricket Stadium in Nadaun. The Ranji Trophy knockout matches are slated to be played from February 6-28. Jammu and Kashmir are currently at second place in Elite Group D after table-toppers Mumbai with 20 points from five games. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Jammu and Kashmir squad for Ranji Trophy preparatory camp: Shubam Khajuria, Dikshant Kundal, Yawar Hassan, Paras Dogra, Abdul Samad, Shubham Pundir, Kanhaiya Wadhwan, Kawalpreet Singh, Abid Mushtaq, Vanshaj Sharma, Sahil Lotra, Auqib Nabi, Yudhvir Singh, Umar Nazir and Sunil Kumar Article Source: IANS
On January 4 (World Braille Day), braille literacy crisis was a dominant topic. Chennai resident S. Vanaja, a visually impaired car rally navigator, proves the continuing relevance of this reading system in more ways than one
R.K. Selvamani supports Ilaiyaraaja in Court
A Chennai court heard a music rights dispute involving composer Ilaiyaraaja's songs. The case concerns usage on digital platforms. Ilaiyaraaja testified that 1997 contracts only covered audio release, not digital. Director R.K. Selvamani supported Ilaiyaraaja's claim to exclusive rights. The court adjourned the hearing to January 20. This case could impact music copyright in Tamil cinema.
Kamal Haasan demands principled relook at film certification process
Chennai: Actor-Politician Kamal Haasan on Saturday called for an overhaul of the countrys film certification process, citing the need for greater transparency and accountability. His comments come at a critical juncture for the Tamil film industry, following the stalled release of Vijays upcoming flick Jana Nayagan. In a statement, he said, What is required now Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
A luxury hotel in Udaipur has been ordered to pay over Rs 10.65 lakh for a severe privacy breach. A housekeeping staff member entered an occupied room using a master key while a pregnant guest and her husband were inside the washroom. The consumer court found the hotel guilty of deficiency in service, citing mental trauma and humiliation.
