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Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for January 28, 2026 - check list

Stock market recommendations: According to Mehul Kothari, DVP - Technical Research, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers, the top stocks to buy today (January 28, 2026) are Chennai Petroleum, Oil India, and Punjab National Bank (PNB). Lets take a look:

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 7:30 am

The pillars that travelled from Madras to Pondicherry and back

Once, there was a colonnade of 32 pillars in Pondicherry that the French brought in from Madras in 1746. The British took them back to Madras following their siege of Pondicherry in 1762.

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 6:30 am

Ramadoss hits out at DMK, AIADMK; PMK MLA praises Vijay

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 5:58 am

DMK to start poll campaigning from Feb 1

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 5:57 am

TN polls trigger populist race

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 5:40 am

DMDK plays hardball leaving alliance talks stuck

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 5:24 am

Private agencies create infrastructure in Chennais waterways to prevent plastic pollution

The pilot project is funded by an agency of Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 5:00 am

Residents beyond suburbs want eight-car MEMU to be replaced with 12-car rakes

The eight-car MEMU rakes cause severe inconvenienceto the public as they are overcrowded, have poor ventilation and narrow access; they are smaller than the broad-gauge suburban trains

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 4:27 am

Thieves drill into pawn shop wall; gold, silver missing

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 4:02 am

Minister distributes laptops to 284 college students

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 3:46 am

New rules for working horses mandate regn, microchipping

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 3:30 am

Cerebration Corporate Quiz 2026 invites participants for 22nd edition

This year, the competition will follow a hybrid format beginning with virtual prelims, followed by regional finals across six cities, and culminating in a national finale

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 3:07 am

HC quashes order to release Jana Nayagan

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 1:04 am

Free AI training for rural school teachers

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 1:04 am

Gold and silver articles stolen from pawnshop

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 12:54 am

IIT-M builds new tech to help people get drivers licence

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 12:47 am

Avadi corpn to build 6cr fish market at Thandurai

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 12:46 am

Scolympics Republic Day Quiz contest held

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 12:38 am

Coimbatore's Periyar Arivulagam: Tamil Nadu's New Mega Library & Science Hub Opens Soon

Coimbatore's Periyar Arivulagam, a new eight-storey library and science hub, is set to open next month. This facility, costing 301 crore, will house over 1.2 lakh books and features accessible floors for the differently-abled. It aims to be a significant learning resource for students and the public.

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 10:58 pm

Sahitya Akademi Reforms: Addressing Structural Flaws and Institutional Culture for Literary Excellence

The Sahitya Akademi faces criticism for withholding awards and alleged political interference, highlighting structural flaws and an unhealthy institutional culture. Reforms are proposed to increase government nominations, ensure broader representation, and balance jury composition to restore the Akademi's credibility and national purpose.

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 10:53 pm

Sreeja to miss WTT Star Contender Chennai

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 8:26 pm

Shipping Secretary inaugurates, and lays foundation stone for projects worth 54 crore at Chennai port

He inaugurates the Andaman & Nicobar Passenger Terminal, an Indigenous Vessel Traffic Monitoring System, and channel buoys and navigational aids

The Hindu Businessline 27 Jan 2026 7:46 pm

Did film producer forge phone call records of a financier, judge and court staff?: Madras High Court orders police inquiry

Justice Sunder Mohan directs Chennai Cyber Crime cell to find out whether the phone call records were genuine or forged

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 7:13 pm

Odissi, art and movement converge in Let a Thousand Flowers Bloom exhibition in Chennai

An exhibition at Lalit Kala Akademi traces how the grace, rhythm and philosophy of Odissi move beyond the stage, finding form in painting, drawing and photography

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 5:03 pm

First edition of the Touring Talkies Frame and Fame Awards 2026 held in Chennai

The organisers honoured artistes and technicians in the Tamil film industry

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 2:56 pm

How an NGOs initiative is helping parents in T.N. villages support childrens early development

Initiated in 2014 in five villages in Gummidipoondi, with assistance from Michelin Tyres, the programme sought to raise awareness among parents about child and brain development.

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 2:34 pm

Minor fire breaks out at Chennai airport; no damage, say officials

Chennai: A minor fire broke out at the city airport here on Tuesday, January 27, but there was no damage, officials said. Citing preliminary information, they said a spark led to smoke in a staff canteen in the international departure area, and the issue was immediately attended to. Also ReadVideo: Fire breaks out in Hyderabads 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 27 Jan 2026 2:13 pm

No rush: Madras HC on Thalapathy Vijays Jana Nayagan censor

Chennai: In a significant setback to the makers of Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan, a Division Bench of the Madras High Court on Tuesday allowed an appeal filed by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and set aside a single-judge direction that had ordered the immediate grant of censor certification to the film. The Bench held 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 27 Jan 2026 1:44 pm

Minor fire in Chennai airports T2 international terminal

AAI officials said the flight operations were not affected due to the incident.

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 1:34 pm

'Minor' fire breaks out at Chennai airport; no damage, say officials

A spark led to smoke in a staff canteen in the international departure area

The Hindu Businessline 27 Jan 2026 1:22 pm

This British-Era train once ran till Pakistan Heres where it operates today and how different it is from Vande Bharat Express

The British-era GT Express once ran till Pakistan and still connects Chennai and Delhi today. Heres how this historic train differs from Indias modern Vande Bharat Express.

India.com 27 Jan 2026 11:14 am

Thiruparankundram Deepam controversy: Justice GR Swaminathan breaks silence over impeachment notice

Amid the continuing legal and political controversy surrounding the Thiruparankundram Deepam dispute, Justice G.R. Swaminathan of the Madras High Court has, for the first time, publicly alluded to the impeachment notice moved against him by Members of Parliament belonging to the I.N.D.I.A. bloc. The remarks were made during a public function in Chennai, marking a [] The post Thiruparankundram Deepam controversy: Justice GR Swaminathan breaks silence over impeachment notice appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 27 Jan 2026 11:06 am

Jana Nayagan row: Setback for Vijay as Madras HC scraps single judges UA certificate order, allows CBFC appeal

The Madras High Court's division bench has set aside a single judge's order directing the CBFC to issue a censor certificate for actor Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan'. Citing procedural flaws and lack of opportunity for the CBFC, the bench remitted the matter for fresh consideration, leaving the film's release uncertain.

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 10:50 am

Stalin to inaugurate global womens summit in Chennai on Tuesday

Chennai: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will inaugurate a two-day Global Womens Summit in Chennai on Tuesday, as the Tamil Nadu government brings together policymakers, international organisations, industry leaders and civil society representatives to deliberate on womens employment, safety and workplace inclusion. According to an official press release issued by the state government, the summit is 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 27 Jan 2026 10:25 am

Justice Swaminathan says public duties need Sanatana Dharma in heart

Justice GR Swaminathan of the Madras High Court on Saturday, January 24, emphasized that Sanatana Dharma should remain in the heart while carrying out public responsibilities. He stated that professional expertise alone does not fully define a persons role or character in public service. Speaking at a programme organised by the Dhara Foundation in Chennai, 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 27 Jan 2026 10:18 am

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

Chennai weather today: Sunny skies, warm temperatures; AQI remains moderate

Chennai welcomes a bright, sunny Tuesday with temperatures reaching 28C. While pleasant for outdoor activities, yesterday's moderate air quality, driven by particulate pollution, warrants caution for sensitive individuals, especially in traffic. The week ahead promises stable, sunny weather, with a slight shift towards partly cloudy conditions by early February.

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 6:03 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

Fisherfolk oppose Mamallan Reservoir project at Gram Sabhas

According to a community leader, people from Kanathur Reddikuppam, Kovalam, and Nemmeli submitted petitions stating that their livelihoods would be lost if the reservoir is established

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

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

Summer sorted: N Chennai power plant fit to operate

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:28 am

Rain spells worsen mosquito menace in Tambaram

The Times of India 27 Jan 2026 12:27 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

3 held for selling manja thread in Kodungaiyur

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

Renault entering new phase of growth in India with Duster re-launch: CEO

Chennai: French automaker Renault is entering a new phase of growth in India with the re-launch of the mid-sized sports utility vehicle Duster, Renault Group Chief Growth Officer & CEO Fabrice Cambolive said on Monday, January 26. The automaker, which currently sells models like Kwid, Kiger and Triber in the country, unveiled new Duster which 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 26 Jan 2026 8:38 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