History-sheeter abducted outside Puzhal prison; four of a family arrested
Water Resources Department launches special desilting drive along Chennai waterways
The drive launched by Minister N. Anand is conducted with the help of NGOs and as part of CSR initiatives
Chennai Mayor lodges cyberbullying complaint against social media accounts
R. Priya said she had submitted a list of accounts, which had been continuously bullying her online for nearly a year, to Greater Chennai Police Commissioner A. Amalraj
Chennai Corporation to start survey of out-of-school children in 418 schools in August
Councillors have complained that data compilation of out-of-school children have not been reliable and valid in the past few years
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' screening halted after in Chennai
Screenings of the film Jana Nayagan faced interruption in Chennai as children were discovered watching the A-rated movie. The police stepped in, instructing parents to take their children out of the theater. Following this, refunds were issued, and the screenings resumed later. Other Chennai theatres reported similar disturbances and cancellations, raising concerns about age restrictions in cinema.
Chennai theatres halt Jana Nayagan shows over minors watching A-rated screenings
Several Chennai theatres stopped children from watching Jana Nayagan after the film received an A certificate. Families were turned away despite advance bookings, sparking disappointment. Theatre owners said they were strictly following CBFC rules, while the Vijay-starrer continues to perform strongly at the box office
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan': Minors in 'A'-rated film disrupt Chennai screenings
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay's latest film, Jana Nayagan, faced an unexpected obstacle on July 26, Sunday.
Vijay's Jana Nayagan shows halted in Chennai over minors in A-rated screenings
Vijay's Jana Nayagan shows halted in Chennai over minors in A-rated screenings
Class 11 girl battles for life after man stabs her for rejecting advances in TN
A 16-year-old girl is fighting for her life after a stabbing incident. The accused, Iyappan, allegedly attacked her when she rejected his advances. He had previously done electrical repair work at her residence in Cuddalore. The girl was alone at home when the attack occurred on Sunday. Police have registered a case and are searching for the absconding accused.
Chennai court orders fresh probe into Rs 28 crore bribery case against DMK MLA Vaithilingam
A Chennai court ordered a new investigation into an alleged bribery case. The probe concerns former minister Vaithilingam and a Rs 28-crore bribe accusation. An anti-corruption NGO challenged the earlier closure of this significant investigation. The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption will now conduct the extended inquiry. This renewed investigation is expected to be completed within the next three months.
8th Pay Commission news: The 8th Pay Commission will hold stakeholder meetings in Chennai on September 7 and 8. Discussions in Puducherry are scheduled for September 9, with appointments closing August 18. Central government employee associations in Delhi met on August 7 and 10. The commission is gathering suggestions on pay, pension, and work conditions. Its final report is due in November 2025 after extensive consultations.
Investment platform Strata invests 96 crore in Chennai, Bengaluru residential projects
Strata invested ninety-six crore rupees in three residential projects across Chennai and Bengaluru. These investments target annual returns of about sixteen percent through coupon payouts. The Chennai investments support apartment and villa developments along the OMR corridor. Bengaluru saw thirty crore rupees invested in a plotted development near Devanahalli. These transactions highlight growing investor interest in private credit opportunities.
Ration shop in Tamil Nadu turns into library, sparks reading trend
Velu Chinnasamy transformed a Kolapakkam fair price shop into a community hub. He added amenities like chairs, fans, and drinking water for residents. A community library, Thiruvalluvar Noolagam, was established with resident contributions and support. The library now offers various books, benefiting students and senior citizens alike. Plans are underway to expand the library with more seating and lighting.
'Chennai Love Story' BO jumps 11.1%
Chennai Love Story saw improved collections on its second day. The film earned an estimated Rs 5.50 crore net on Saturday. Its worldwide gross collection has now surpassed Rs 15 crore. Occupancy figures also showed an encouraging increase across Telugu theatres. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana led the domestic box office collections.
Tambaram seeks 111-crore stormwater drain project to tackle flooding ahead of Northeast monsoon
TVK Ministers defend state govts actions on Cauvery row
Tamil Nadus Rare Earth Corridor can become a magnet for investments: IREL
TNs critical minerals opportunity
Global shifts and domestic incentives create opportunities across the critical minerals value chain, attracting investment and strengthening manufacturing.
Students federation organises rally seeking abolition of NEET and NTA
Disability rights activists to come up with plan for accessible bus stops
Coming soon: Stand-alone Tasmac bars
Man stabs 16-year-old girl who resisted his advances
Chennai Corporation set to launch Intelligent Transport System in August
The project aims to enhance traffic management, improve road safety, and provide better public transport services; it is being implemented at a cost of 530 cr., with financial assistance from JICA
Rahul to visit TN on Aug 1, says K C Venugopal
MLAs disqualification issue: EPS summoned before speaker on July 30
Chennai forest officials, NCC cadets mark Mangrove Forest Day with fresh plantation drive
Over 28,000 get allotment orders as part of Round 1 of TNEA counselling
Under this, 8,811 tentative allotment orders were given and 19,739 received provisional allotment orders
15% students skip engineering counselling round one in Tamil Nadu
ASI to promote Pallava era rock-cut temple in Mahendravadi near Arakkonam
GCC steps up drive to prevent school dropouts
Madras HC notifies new rules for designation of senior advocates
Poor upkeep puts lifts at Stanley hospital super-speciality block on life support
Why India Needs National Agricultural Intelligence Network
Our farmers need an AI-powered agriculture platform to guide them on what to grow and why, when to irrigate, how to manage pests and where to sell produce
PM Modi announces Nandan Nilekani-led task force on exam reforms
New Delhi, Jul 26: In yet another step to address students' concerns over paper leaks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced the constitution of a high-powered task force headed by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani to recommend reforms to make the exam system leakproof. The government will implement the suggestions of the task force which will ensure the examination system is trustworthy and will bring transparency through maximum use of technology, he said in a video message posted on his Instagram handle. The prime minister's announcement comes a day after the 36-day agitation, led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), ended with the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan as the Education Minister. A multidisciplinary group of domain experts will be part of the task force on reforms to be carried out for the examinations conducted by the NTA. Besides Nilekani, other members of the task force are former chairman of ISRO S Somanath, former director of Intelligence Bureau Tapan Deka, director of IIT Chennai V Kamakoti, former education secretary Anita Karwal and logistics expert Amrit Lal Meena. Nilekani was the architect of Aadhaar, and the key person behind India's digital public infrastructure ecosystem. Modi said for the future of students, the government of India has been continuously taking different steps. He said those who played with the future of the students, have been put in jails and the government is going to bring a new bill on Monday in Parliament to have strong law against examination paper leaks. But we will have to think about the future. To make sure our examination system is trustworthy, transparent and the technology is used optimally, we have decided to constitute a high-powered committee headed by world renowned technology expert Nandan Nilekani, he said. The prime minister said the task force has been set up keeping in all these aspects in mind. It will focus of examination reforms. As soon as we get the report, we will implement its suggestions to ensure future examination trustworthy, he said. The Centre is scheduled to introduce a bill in the Lok Sabha on Monday to strengthen the anti-paper leak law. The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, proposes setting up fast-track courts in every state for paper leak cases and completion of investigations within two months. It also has provisions for enhanced punishment, including imprisonment of up to 10 years and fines up to Rs 50 lakh for individuals involved in paper leaks. Organised crimes related to paper leaks could attract fines of up to Rs 10 crore. The CJP had led a sit-in at Jantar Mantar since June 20, demanding resignation of Pradhan, accountability over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and irregularities in the CBSE's on-screen marking process, besides seeking wider reforms in the conduct of public examinations. The agitation got support from thousands of students across the country, along with major opposition parties. The agitation gathered pace around a fortnight later after videos of activist Sonam Wangchuk's deteriorating condition during the fast went viral. On July 18, police forcibly shifted him to Safdarjung Hospital, triggering widespread anger among students and protesters. On July 20, a massive protest march to Parliament witnessed a strong police response involving lathicharge and the use of tear gas. After three rounds of talks, the CJP and the government had reached an agreement on Saturday under which the government accepted its demands. The CJP immediately called off its stir. Besides Pradhan's resignation, the government also agreed to providing honourable compensation to the families of students who allegedly committed suicide and withdrawal of FIRs in Delhi and other BJP-ruled states.
RTI appeals pile up as info panels disposal rate slumps
Puzhal police arrest four for abduction of drug offender outside prison
Molotov cocktail thrown at a house in Mogappair
Typhoon warning grounds two Cathay Pacific flights between Chennai and Hong Kong
Attempt to bribe TVK MLAs: Two arrested accused move Madras High Court seeking bail
The principal district and sessions court in Chennai had refused to grant them bail on July 17, 2026 and hence they had moved the High Court
Chennai Love Story has achieved a strong theatrical debut with positive audience reception. The film's opening day collections reached Rs 4.95 crore net in India. According to the latest report, an OTT debut is anticipated in the last week of August 2026. The movie continues its successful run in cinemas while awaiting its digital release. Read on to know more about the digital debut release.
Security guard found dead inside Tambaram MEPZ
The deceased man was working in a private pharmaceutical company located in the Tambaram MEPZ complex, for the past eight months.
Centre Rejects Madurai, Coimbatore Metro Rail Proposals Again
Rejection of the project proposals for the second time turned to be another setback to Tamil Nadu's plans to expand metro connectivity beyond Chennai
Desilting Drive Across Major Waterbodies in Chennai From Jul 27-29
Water Resources Minister N Anand will inaugurate the initiative and conduct field inspections across six key locations from July 27 to 29
'Chennai Love Story' earns Rs 4.95 Cr India Net
Kiran Abbavaram and Sri Gouri Priya's film Chennai Love Story opened positively. The romantic drama collected Rs 4.95 crore India net on its first day. Worldwide gross collections for the film reached Rs 8.29 crore on opening day. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana contributed significantly to the film's opening earnings. The movie explores healing and personal growth with a grounded narrative.
Inclusion is about mental access and emotional access to spaces
Chennai Corporation to start survey of out-of-school children in 418 Chennai schools in August
Worker killed, another injured as construction hoist crashes in Taramani
IGCAR event focuses on taking research innovations to industry and space
Conservancy workers decry unpaid workload during festival season, urge public to avoid open dumping
HPCL, IOCL launch 5kg, 10kg LPG cylinders in Chennai
Minor boy held for death of ex-AIADMK MLAs son
City youth march to save marshlands
Residents appeal to WRDto improve initial stretch of Thanikachalam Nagar drain
They say the work will reduce flooding in areas around Madhavaram and Retteri; while a major portion of the drain had been upgraded by the department, work on the initial portion is pending
High interest on delayed pension benefits will trigger flood of claims: HC
Juvenile driving earthmover fatally runs over college student, detained
Guest worker killed as hoist trolley falls from fifth floor
Tambaram plans 165-cr restoration of 7 lakes as urban expansion gathers pace
Why multi-art workshops are catching on in Chennai
Senthilbalaji, his brother appear for inquiry in TVK MLA poaching bid case
The inquiry was conducted when the former Minister came to record his attendance at the Triplicane police station in Chennai, as per the conditions set by the Madras High Court for his anticipatory bail
HC overturns ED court verdict against duo acquitted in CBI case
Dont hide your identity in RTI plea: Info commissioner
Southern Railway Cancels MEMU, EMU Trains on July 2627
Panel ready to fill 129 principal posts in TN govt colleges
Kamal Haasan urges Centre to establish national commission on education, examination reform
Watch: Why is TN demanding #BanNEET while Delhi seeks accountability?
While students in Delhi are demanding accountability and reforms in NEET, protesters in Chennai continue to call for the exams complete abolition.
Watch: Drop Shot Ep. 4 | Jana Nayagan Fever, The Keeper of the Wells & Gaurav Guptas Light Song
In this episode, we capture the excitement surrounding Vijays Jana Nayagan as fans celebrate what could be the actors final film and director H. Vinoth shares insights into the much-awaited release. We then explore The Keeper of the Wells, as Chennai-based author Zhayynn James discusses his debut novel inspired by the historic Seven Wells neighbourhood of North Chennai. Finally, we head to Mumbai for a look at designer Gaurav Guptas latest bridal couture collection, Light Song, where sculptural silhouettes, intricate craftsmanship and contemporary design redefine modern bridal fashion.
A student ofBhavansRajajiVidyashramis honing her skills in acrylic painting while drawing inspiration from a family legacy in art
Stalin slams CM Vijays silence on custodial deaths
It is raining feats at this school in Chetpet
At the ongoingMCCWorld Records Festival 2026, both individuals and teams are displaying a variety of incredibleskillsets
Section of Anna Salai chokes as police enforce new traffic arrangement near Dams Road
On Camera, Ex-Union Minister's Daughter Slaps SBI Branch Manager In Chennai
According to officials, a complaint was filed against the woman for assaulting the SBI bank manager.
The tribunal found the dealer liable for the unregistered vehicle. The owner and dealer must jointly deposit the compensation amount soon.
Chennai Metro Rail plans two more corridorsKilambakkam to Chengalpattu, Assisi Nagar to Wimco Nagar
Minister N. Anand to inaugurate desilting drive in Chennai
Metrowater makes alternate arrangements to improve water supply in south Chennai
Tamil Nadu to reopen MBBS, BDS application portal on Sunday
Two men die in Coimbatore road accident
Tamil actor booed at student protest for mentioning Vijays Jana Nagayan
A Tamil actor faced backlash during a student protest in Chennai after mentioning Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan while addressing the crowd. The actor was booed by protesters and her speech was cut short by organisers. Reacting to the incident, she said, This is not democracy
Adyar police registered a case against Kayalvizhi Alagiri for assaulting a bank manager. The incident occurred after an argument regarding a malfunctioning lift in her commercial building. CCTV footage captured Kayalvizhi Alagiri slapping the State Bank of India manager. The bank's chief manager lodged a complaint with the local police authorities. Further investigations are currently underway regarding the alleged assault.
Residents of Thambiah Road in West Mambalam want Tasmac outlet out of their midst soon
A resident points out that following the closure of four Tasmac outlets in the T. Nagar as part of the new Tamil Nadu governments move to shut down outlets uncomfortably close to sensitive spaces, there has been a rush at this shop on Thambiah Road. With the increase in visitors to this outlet, what was a minor irritant has become a thorn in the side for residents of Thambiah Road. A resident claims elected representatives have promised the shifting of this outlet from Thambiah Road, and he wants them to deliver on the promise soon
Metro water supply hit ata few addresses in Mylapore
There are complaints about total lack of water supply as well as low pressure in the pipes. These problems have been reported from houses at NallappanStreet,Arisikaran Street TSVKoilStreet, KP South Street Adam Street andSolaimariammanStreet
Artagainst drugs in city colleges
Fevicryl-certifiedteachers fan out to educational institutions to create awareness about drug abuse and fight the scourge
Communities onOMRreceiving free composters
PLAN Foundation is offering aerobins to bulk waste generators to encourage in situ composting. Besides gated communities, educational institutions and companies are covered by this initiative
Webinar on anaemia to be held on July 26
The webinar will examine the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of anaemia, while discussing who is most at risk, the importance of early detection, and measures for prevention and management
Two college studentsdrown in sea near Ennore
Experts bat for modern knee replacement tailored to patients
Personalised arthroplasty and medial-pivot implant designs are increasingly being adopted to improve joint function, range of motion, and long-term outcomes in patients with osteoarthritis
Ramadoss announces retirement from politics on his 88th birthday
Dr. S. Ramadoss announced his complete retirement from political life on his 88th birthday. He officially handed over full party control to his son, Anbumani Ramadoss, on July 25, 2026. Dr. Ramadoss stated he will no longer make political statements or interfere in party affairs. Anbumani Ramadoss will now independently handle all future political decisions and party administration. This marks a significant leadership transition for the Pattali Makkal Katchi party.
Jana Nayagan: Sanam Shetty Responds to Controversy at Chennai NEET Protest Venue
Others debated the intersection of cinema culture and political protests in Tamil Nadu.
In Pics: Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, Student Protests Move Beyond Delhi
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest that began in Delhi has expanded to over 30 cities across India.
Former CM MK Stalin asks CM Vijay to 'open his mouth' on custodial deaths
MK Stalin questioned Chief Minister Vijay's silence on ongoing custodial deaths. He accused the government of refusing accountability and even apologies. Stalin recalled Vijay's past remarks about apologies being insufficient for such incidents. The opposition leader alleged the government lacked compassion for victim families. A recent Tuticorin death, denied by police, highlights the ongoing issue.
