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Man, Wife, 2-Year-Old Child From Bihar Killed By Migrant Workers In Chennai

A migrant worker, his wife and their two-year-old child were killed by some other migrant workers in Chennai, allegedly because he objected to them sexually harassing the woman, police said

NDTV 29 Jan 2026 12:11 am

Quenching Chennais growing thirst

The proposed sixth reservoir for Chennai nearThiruporurshould be built by striking a balance between development and protecting livelihood issues of all stakeholders.

The Hindu 29 Jan 2026 12:03 am

South Indian Sci-Fi Evolution: From Spectacle to Introspective Narratives

South Indian sci-fi cinema has evolved from grand spectacles to introspective narratives exploring human relationships and technology's psychological impact. Recent series like 'Heartiley Battery' and 'Nayanam' delve into emotional vulnerability and the burden of knowledge, reflecting a growing audience demand for thought-provoking, culturally grounded stories.

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 11:33 pm

T.N. reduces TET qualifying marks by 5%

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 11:20 pm

The Shishya Is Rebelling: Drabu Calls for New Federal Compact as Rangarajan Backs Deeper Debate

CHENNAI: Indias fiscal federalism is increasingly out of sync with the countrys transformed political economy, and the time has come for a new federal compact that treats states as active economic agents rather than passive recipients of central transfers, economist and former Jammu and Kashmir Finance Minister Dr Haseeb A Drabu argued on Tuesday. Delivering []

KashmirLife 28 Jan 2026 9:39 pm

Ahead Of T20 WC, Washington Sundar Resumes Batting In Recovery From Rib Injury

Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital: In what comes as an encouraging development for India ahead of next months T20 World Cup, off-spin bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar has resumed batting in the nets as part of his rehabilitation from a rib injury at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Yes, Washington has resumed batting, but at a very low intensity. He batted for a bit and that is very encouraging. The little bit of discomfort around ribs will be there initially because he hasn't done anything for some time now. He should be okay as he now will gradually move ahead in his path to total recovery, said a source aware of the development to IANS on Wednesday. Sundar, 26, has been sidelined since suffering acute discomfort in his lower rib area while bowling during the first ODI against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara, on January 11 and was ruled out of the rest of the 50-over games, as well as the ongoing T20I series. Shortly after being ruled out with side strain, Sundar consulted orthopedic surgeon Dr Dinshaw Pardiwala, Head Centre for Sports Medicine and Director - Arthroscopy and Shoulder Service at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. After resting at his residence in Chennai, Sundar checked into the CoE on January 20 for kickstarting his rehab programme. Sundar, 26, has been sidelined since suffering acute discomfort in his lower rib area while bowling during the first ODI against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara, on January 11 and was ruled out of the rest of the 50-over games, as well as the ongoing T20I series. Also Read: Live Cricket Score At the same time, there is no update yet on when Washington will start to bowl. Washington has played 58 T20Is for India since debuting in 2017, picking 51 wickets at an economy rate of 6.91 while amassing 254 runs at a strike-rate of 134.39. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 28 Jan 2026 8:24 pm

No agreement reached between DMK and Congress

Sources said DMKs Kanimozhi and Congresss Rahul Gandhi held discussions on issues that need to be resolved. However, the number of seats for the Congress did not figure in the meeting

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 7:36 pm

Bruce Lee Mani and Rzhude David reunite for an intimate acoustic set in Chennai

More than a decade after last performing together, former bandmates return to stage in a stripped-down format, opening a new live music series

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 5:28 pm

Great Madras Bake Sale is back with 34 home bakers, music and pet-friendly bites

Part food fair, part community gathering, the Great Madras Bake Sale returns for its fourth edition, asking Chennai to loosen its resolutions for one afternoon

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 5:23 pm

Gautham Menon interview: 25 years in films, and how Dhruva Natchathiram became a lesson in management

This February, Gautham Menon completes 25 years in the industry. The Tamil filmmaker talks about his memorable journey, how music has played a vital role in it and why fans can look forward to Dhruva Natchathiram soon

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 4:34 pm

Youth arrested under POCSO Act in Chennai

The case came to light after a medical examination revealed that the 15-year-old girl was pregnant

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 2:32 pm

Moeen Ali Reverses Domestic Retirement To Join Yorkshire

The Yorkshire County Cricket Club: The Yorkshire County Cricket Club announced on Wednesday that former England all-rounder Moeen Ali reversed his domestic retirement to sign a Blast-only contract for the 2026 season, with an option to extend into 2027. Moeen, a two-time IPL champion with Chennai Super Kings, also led Worcestershire to their first Blast victory in 2018 and captained Birmingham Phoenix to the final of the inaugural Hundred tournament. He has established himself as one of the most successful white-ball cricketers of his generation in domestic and franchise competitions worldwide. In 420 career T20 matches so far, he has accumulated 7,792 runs and claimed 271 wickets. His top score is 121 not out in the Vitality Blast. An essential part of Englands influential limited-overs teams, he has won two World Cups. In 92 T20 Internationals, he has taken 51 wickets and scored 1,229 runs, including seven half-centuries. Im delighted to be joining Yorkshire for the Blast. Its a huge club with a proud history, but what really appeals to me is where the team is heading. Theres a lot of talent in the squad and the chance to work with Anthony and help push the group forward is exciting for me. Ive always loved playing at Headingley the wicket, the atmosphere and the supporters make it a special place. This feels like a fresh challenge and Im arriving hungry for it. I want to bring my experience, enjoy my cricket and help Yorkshire compete, Moeen said in a statement released by the club. Yorkshire are yet to win the Blast title and ended eighth out of nine teams in the North Group last year. The club lost Dawid Malan to Gloucestershire and Jordan Thompson to Warwickshire during the off-season but added Australians Sam Whiteman and Andrew Tye as local players and signed overseas players Naveen-ul-Haq and Logan van Beek. Gavin Hamilton, Yorkshires general manager of cricket, believes that the signing highlights the Clubs goals and future ambitions. Yorkshire are yet to win the Blast title and ended eighth out of nine teams in the North Group last year. The club lost Dawid Malan to Gloucestershire and Jordan Thompson to Warwickshire during the off-season but added Australians Sam Whiteman and Andrew Tye as local players and signed overseas players Naveen-ul-Haq and Logan van Beek. Also Read: Live Cricket Score His decision to join Yorkshire reflects the direction of travel at the Club and the environment we are building. Were excited about what Moeen will bring, not just in performances, but in setting standards and helping drive the group forward, he said. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 28 Jan 2026 1:18 pm

When a Union Minister of State from Tamil Nadu died in a chopper crash in Arunachal Pradesh

I will be at home tonight, N.V.N. Somu had told his wife, but only his coffin made it back

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 1:00 pm

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

Petrol, Diesel Fresh Prices Announced: Check Rates In Your City On January 28

Petrol, Diesel Price On January 28: Check City-Wise Rates Across India Including In Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.

News18 28 Jan 2026 7:09 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

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

Stalin lays foundation stone for childrens hosp

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 3:28 am

Free AI training for rural school teachers

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 1:04 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

Video of Arijit Singh touching MS Dhonis feet goes viral, after singer announces retirement, heartwarming video inside

As the captains of Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans, i.e., Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Hardik Pandya, respectively, stepped on the stage for a picture, the singer, Arijit, touched the feet of MSD.

India.com 27 Jan 2026 10:46 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

Minor Fire at Chennai Airport, No Damage Reported

Small fire at Chennai Airport's international departure area on Tuesday caused by a spark in the staff canteen.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Jan 2026 4:01 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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