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Battle lines clear: AIADMK, BJP train guns on actor-politician Vijay over 'corruption' remark

AIADMK-led NDA leaders fiercely attacked actor-politician Vijay after he labeled the AIADMK as corrupt. Former minister Sellur K Raju dismissed Vijay's politics as 'feudalistic,' while Tamilisai Soundararajan called him a 'zero' in politics. T T V Dhinakaran alleged ticket price gouging as corruption, indicating more criticism is forthcoming.

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 7:48 am

Ancient power symbol? Indias longest Iron Age spears unearthed at Tamil Nadu burial site

Archaeologists in Tamil Nadu have unearthed an 8ft iron spear, the longest from India's Iron Age, from Thirumalapuram. Found alongside a shorter spear and gold objects in an urn, the find could represent a warrior's weapon or a ceremonial item signifying status. Experts suggest further studies to understand the evolution of iron use in the region.

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 7:08 am

Inclusive sports meet held

The sports meet featured a range of adaptive sports, including sitting volleyball and track-and-field events

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 5:30 am

Three arrested for selling manja thread, kites

Inquiry reveals that the accused had been procuring kites and bundles of manja thread from Andhra Pradesh and selling them locally

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 5:30 am

TANKER Foundation celebrates over three decades of kidney care

The event announced one-year dialysis support for four underprivileged patients

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 5:30 am

Five including two juveniles apprehended for robbing man

Based on a complaint lodged at the Mambalam Police Station crime wing, the police registered a case and took up investigation

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 5:30 am

Four-lane Nolambur bridge over Cooum to be completed by February-end

The project is expected to be implemented at a cost of 4.51 crore

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 5:30 am

Metrowater setting up treatment plants to decentralise supply network in Chennai

The agency is constructing plants in Perumbakkam and Mogappair, each with a capacity of treating 10 mld to augment water supply in the city

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 5:00 am

Congress MPs take on DMK MLA

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 1:24 am

Ramadoss criticises DMK for delayed smart meter rollout

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 1:07 am

Colour, valour and roar of military might

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:58 am

NLCIL commissions 300MW solar power plant in Rajasthan

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:58 am

R-Day: Man trespasses into airport

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:33 am

No shelter at Asar Khana bus stop; commuters suffer

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:33 am

Avadi seeks 450cr for water, sewage

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:28 am

Summer sorted: N Chennai power plant fit to operate

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:28 am

Tambaram allocates 6 crore to restore Idumbankulam lake

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:16 am

AYUSH complaints against insurance companies on the rise

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:16 am

Law student calls up friend, kills self

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:16 am

VCK cadres burn effigy, 15 detained

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:15 am

Research scholars seek free laptops

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:15 am

In just over a year, reading zones at parks slip into decay

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:12 am

Online Betting & Gaming Addiction Surges: Chennai Doctors Warn of Behavioral Health Crisis

Behavioral addictions like online gaming and betting are increasingly seen at de-addiction centers, affecting adolescents and adults. These addictions, often hidden, lead to financial ruin and psychological distress for individuals and their families. Doctors highlight the difficulty in diagnosis due to platform accessibility and the underlying biological reward pathways involved.

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:02 am

India's Diabetes Epidemic: Tamil Nadu Hotspot Sees 104% Rise in Diabetes, 103% in Prediabetes

Tamil Nadu faces a diabetes crisis, with cases doubling in a decade, impacting both urban and rural populations. Unhealthy diets, particularly high consumption of polished rice and low protein intake, are major drivers. Experts suggest modifying the public distribution system to include more pulses and millets, and promoting affordable access to fruits and vegetables to combat this escalating health challenge.

The Times of India 26 Jan 2026 11:59 pm

Man Enters Chennai Airport Breaching 7-Tier Security on Republic Day

Mentally challenged person was found inside the domestic terminal

Deccan Chronicle 26 Jan 2026 10:31 pm

Tamil Nadu government to send the tender document for the Parandur airport project to Ministry of Civil Aviation by March

The work on the tender document is almost over; only a few aspects have to be worked out. This is likely to be done in February, says a source

The Hindu 26 Jan 2026 10:04 pm

Mel Hussain takes strike again at home away from home

Born to an Indian father and English mother, Mel spent the formative years of his life in Chennai before his family shifted base to the United Kingdom

The Hindu 26 Jan 2026 8:44 pm

Namma Chennai Diary | Team India Set To Make History By Defending T20 World Cup Title

Team India has the batting guns to take on the challenge. No other team might have put together such a formidable combination of big hitters in their batting order

Deccan Chronicle 26 Jan 2026 6:18 pm

Rajinikanth gifts gold chain to Madurai fan selling Rs 5 parottas

Superstar Rajinikanth honored Madurai's Rs. 5 parotta seller, Rajini Sekar, by gifting him a gold chain and inviting him to his Chennai home. Sekar's dedication to serving the poor despite rising costs caught the actor's attention. Rajinikanth praised Sekar's noble act, highlighting the pride such fans bring to their idols.

The Times of India 26 Jan 2026 5:32 pm

Lokesh Kanagaraj opens up on backing out of Rajinikanth-Kamal Haasan film, offers clarity on Kaithi 2 and LCU

During a press conference in Chennai, the filmmaker shared updates on his upcoming projects

The Hindu 26 Jan 2026 1:31 pm

TN govt to host India Global Education Summit (IGES) in Chennaion Jan 28-29

The two-day summit will be presided over by MK Stalin, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, along with Udhayanidhi Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jan 2026 12:37 pm

Rhinos in Tamil Nadu? Archaeologists find 3,500-year-old bone fragments near Coimbatore

Rhinos, now confined to Assam's grasslands, once roamed the Western Ghats near Coimbatore 3,500 years ago. Archaeologists unearthed Indian rhino bone fragments at a neolithic site, marking the third such discovery in South India. This finding suggests rhinos were once widespread across the subcontinent, thriving in areas with ample grasslands and marshes.

The Times of India 26 Jan 2026 10:59 am

Chennai weather: Rains to continue across city under cloudy skies; drier days ahead

Chennai and surrounding districts will see cloudy skies with rain and thunderstorms on Monday. Some interior and delta regions may receive heavier showers. Puducherry is also expected to experience similar weather. Rainfall intensity is forecast to decrease from Tuesday. Residents are advised to stay alert. Fishermen should exercise caution.

The Economic Times 26 Jan 2026 7:35 am

Chennai weather forecast: Moderate rainy, high humidity; AQI remains moderate

Chennai braces for a wet Monday, January 26, 2026, with moderate rain and high humidity expected. Temperatures will hover around 25C, feeling warmer due to moisture. Yesterday's moderate air quality may still affect sensitive individuals. Residents are advised to carry umbrellas and consider masks. The week ahead promises sunshine and clearer skies.

The Times of India 26 Jan 2026 6:03 am

Testing of digital boards displaying details of bus services completed at 18 locations

The MTC plans to install the boards at 616 locations including 500 bus stops, and 71 main terminals.

The Hindu 26 Jan 2026 5:30 am

CMRS to do detailed auditof Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch from February 11 to 13

Officials will inspect safe operation of lifts and escalators, the access to fire exits, and many more. The frequency of trains between Porur and Vadapalani will be based on CMRS recommendation

The Hindu 26 Jan 2026 5:29 am

Veerappan hunter, Tamil writer awarded Padma

The Times of India 26 Jan 2026 3:36 am

Stop attacking Vijay & TVK, Seeman tells his cadres

The Times of India 26 Jan 2026 3:34 am

This will be DMKs last election: EPS

The Times of India 26 Jan 2026 3:34 am

Chennai-Bluru double decker express to halt at Tiruvallur

The Times of India 26 Jan 2026 3:19 am

Experts highlight evolving career pathways in biotechnology

Careers in biotechnology are shaped by human-centric innovation, sustainability, and interdisciplinary skills, say speakers at webinar on Careers in Biotechnology: What you need to know

The Hindu 26 Jan 2026 2:49 am

Work to construct FOB at Velachery begins

The Hindu 26 Jan 2026 12:30 am

BSNL satellite phones fail deep sea fishermen

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 11:48 pm

Man steals auto, plies it daily for liquor money

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 11:46 pm

Road crashes claim lives of three men in Tiruvallur district

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 11:31 pm

Man killed in fight over sex worker near Ennore beach

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 11:31 pm

EPIC cards handed over to first-time voters

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 10:57 pm

Close call for 20 as bus falls off bypass road

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 10:56 pm

Woman slips on terrace and grabs live wire; electrocuted

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 10:56 pm

Assembly election is a battle to defeat forces out to destroy Tamil culture, says CM Stalin

Only theDMKhas the spine and courage to question theBJP-ledgovernment at the Centre that has betrayed the interests of Tamil Nadu, the DMK president says, speaking at an event organised to mark the Linguistic Martyrs Memorial Day atKancheepuram

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 10:21 pm

DMK unlikely to offer more seats to Secular Progressive Alliance constituents as it seeks to take in new allies

The DMK leadership is in no mood to concede either a share in power or an increase in the number of seats for the Congress. We will allot the same number of seats that were given to the Congress in the 2021 Assembly election, says a senior DMK leader

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 7:05 pm

Buoyed by strong order book, BHEL in Tiruchi adds more than 100 new vendors

Several vendors in Madurai, Coimbatore and Chennai have also been given heavy orders and the public sector major is also facilitating loans to MSMEs through SIDBI

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 5:27 pm

Why US Consulates In India Have No H-1B Visa Interview Dates Until 2027?

Visa offices in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata currently have no regular interview slots available.

News18 25 Jan 2026 5:20 pm

'Not waking up on time for school': Tamil Nadu man brands his 10 year-old son with hot knife in Vellore; arrested

A father in Vellore has been arrested for branding his 10-year-old son with a hot knife after the child refused to wake up for school. The farmer, identified as N Poovarasan, allegedly used the heated knife on the boy's body to vent his anger. Neighbours reported frequent abuse, and the child is currently receiving treatment at Gudiyatham GH.

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 4:16 pm

Chennai Theatre Owner Reacts To Fans Bursting Crackers During Mankatha Re-Release

The incident has also drawn sharp criticism from social media users

NDTV 25 Jan 2026 4:08 pm

GRP announces three-tier security arrangements in all railway stations in Chennai

The police officials have been directed to have round-the-clock surveillance through the closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras monitored through the control centre to prevent any untoward incidents

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 3:54 pm

Sea containers get defence makeover as indoor firing ranges

JCBL South has developed a prototype for the Defence at its Oragadam facility near Chennai

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jan 2026 3:01 pm

Mankatha re-release row: Chennai theatre owner condemns reckless fan behaviour

Mankatha re-release row: Chennai theatre owner condemns reckless fan behaviour

India Today 25 Jan 2026 3:01 pm

Chennai rain: Tamil Nadu to receive heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning today. Here's what IMD has predicted about unstable weather conditions for the next two days

Chennai weather update: Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, is likely to receive moderate to heavy rainfall along with thunderstorms and lightning on January 25, Sunday, the IMD said. The IMD has warned of heavy rainfall in nine districts of Tamil Nadu and has warned residents to remain cautious amid unstable weather conditions for the coming two days.

The Economic Times 25 Jan 2026 12:19 pm

Chennai rain: Tamil Nadu to receive heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning today. Here's what IMD has predicted about unstable weather conditions for the next two days

Chennai weather update: Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, is likely to receive moderate to heavy rainfall along with thunderstorms and lightning on January 25, Sunday, the IMD said. The IMD has warned of heavy rainfall in nine districts of Tamil Nadu and has warned residents to remain cautious amid unstable weather conditions for the coming two days.

The Economic Times 25 Jan 2026 12:19 pm

A mild winter in Chennai with a sense of humour

Last week when the night temperature dipped and even went below 20 degree celsius, netizens went viral with some friendly admonishment of their hometown

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 11:48 am

No place for Hindi in TN then, now and forever: Stalin

Chennai: DMK President and Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday, January 25, hailed the Languge Martyrs of the state who sacrificied their lives during the anti-Hindi agitation in the past and asserted that there was no place for the language here forever. Paying tributes on the occasion of Language Martyrs Day, he said, a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 25 Jan 2026 11:10 am

Special voter registration camps in Chennai today at 4,097 polling stations

Chennai: Special voter registration camps are being held on Sunday across all 16 Assembly constituencies under Chennai district, covering a total of 4,097 polling stations. The camps are aimed at enrolling new voters and helping eligible voters whose names were removed during the recent revision of the electoral rolls to get re-included. Officials from the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 25 Jan 2026 9:26 am

No one need to teach us patriotism, asserts Stalin

CHENNAI: Sharpening his attack on Governor RN Ravi and the BJP, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin on Saturday debunked the Sangh Parivar claim to patriotism saying no one need to teach us patriotism, the people know very well that it is they who are anti-nationals. They are not qualified enough to []

Kashmir Reader 25 Jan 2026 7:06 am

Chennai weather forecast: Pachy rain, warm temperatures & high humidity; AQI update

Chennai braces for a damp, warm Sunday with moderate rain and high humidity. Expect intermittent showers and slick roads, with temperatures hovering around 25C. Yesterday's moderate air quality, driven by particulate matter, may improve with rain. Plan for essentials like umbrellas and masks, especially during peak traffic. The week ahead promises sunny skies from Tuesday onwards.

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 6:03 am

Book of cartoonist, journalist and playwright T.S. Sridhar released

Two scenes from Marinas famous Thanikudithanam were also enacted on the occasion

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 5:30 am

Battle lines on the sands of the Marina

The move to reduce the number of vending units on the Marina to merely 300 from 1,417, as part of the requirements of the Blue Flag Certification, has set the vendors on the beach in quandary. We only ask for vending zones as our livelihood depends on them, they say. This report combs the sands for a solution to this emerging crisis

The Hindu 25 Jan 2026 5:30 am

Collectors cant decide fraud claims: HC

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 1:49 am

CBI slaps graft case on Pondy PWDengineer

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 1:31 am