Woman kills three-month-old daughter before ending own life in Chennai
Preliminary inquiries by the police revealed that Dharini had been undergoing treatment for depression since childhood and that her condition had deteriorated after the birth of her daughter
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to Celebrate 52nd Birthday with Community Initiatives
Chennai, June 13: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK leader C. Joseph Vijay is set to celebrate his 52nd birthday on June 22. This will be his first birthday since taking office, and he plans to mark the occasion in a unique way. In previous years, this day was primarily celebrated as a film stars ... Read more Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to Celebrate 52nd Birthday with Community Initiatives
Power demand in Chennai hits a new high of over 5,000 MW
The demand was recorded on June 10, even as residents complain of power outages; previously, the maximum demand was 4,966 MW
MK Stalin calls TVK govt BJP's 'xerox copy', accuses it of poaching AIADMK MLAs
DMK president M.K. Stalin accused Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's government of acting as a xerox copy of the BJP, alleging attempts to weaken the opposition by inducting AIADMK MLAs. Stalin criticized the government's approach to women's safety, claiming TVK functionaries were involved in recent crimes and that the party removed victims instead of taking action.
MP Kanimozhi demands strict action against TVK functionary over alleged sexual abuse of 50 women
DMK MP Kanimozhi voiced deep concern over disturbing allegations of sexual abuse and filming involving a TVK member in Salem, impacting over 50 women. She implored the state government for swift, stringent action, drawing parallels to the Pollachi case and urging against shielding perpetrators. Kanimozhi demanded a thorough investigation and justice for victims.
Woman dies by suicide after killing 3-month-old daughter in Chennai
A 25-year-old woman, Dharini, tragically took her own life by hanging after allegedly murdering her three-month-old daughter, Shreya, in Chennai's Aminjikarai. The infant was found unconscious with froth around her mouth. Preliminary investigations suggest Dharini had a history of depression that reportedly worsened after childbirth. Authorities are awaiting post-mortem reports to determine the infant's cause of death.
Palaniswami convenes crucial AIADMK meet to address poll setback and internal rift in Tamil Nadu
AIADMK's Edappadi Palaniswami is urgently calling party members together. This comes after a significant number of MLAs, around 25, have caused trouble, with four now jumping ship to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). This wave of defections is really shaking up the party's unity, especially after their recent election losses.
Agniveervayu trainees completed their Indian Air Force training in Chennai. The Indian Military Academy in Dehradun saw 515 cadets commissioned, including the first women officers. The Air Force Academy in Telangana also held a graduation parade. These events mark significant milestones for the nation's defense forces.
Thejomaye Menon, Gita Hudson and Asma Menon to show works in Bengaluru
Works by Chennai-based artists Thejomaye Menon, Gita Hudson and Asma Menon are on display in the city
Lessons from tree plantation drives
Anyone planning a tree plantation drive would do well to heed these words of wisdom from these groups that got on to the path of wisdom after a few missteps
3-time MLA Vijayadharani likely to join TVK, ends two-year stint with BJP
Former BJP MLA S. Vijayadharani is set to join Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on Saturday. Having previously represented Vilavancode for three terms with the Congress and later joining the BJP, she resigned from her MLA post in February 2024. This move marks a new political chapter for Vijayadharani after a brief stint with the BJP.
Road to be renamed after Major Mukund Varadarajan
Major Mukund Varadarajan was posthumously awarded the Ashoka Chakra. The Sivakarthikeyan-starrer hit Tamil filmAmaran that was released in 2024 was based on his life.
Amaran effect: How a romantic scene is causing trouble for this Chennai student
He claims that the crumpled paper that Sai Pallavi tosses at Sivakarthikeyan in a scene has a phone number resembling his
Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Expected in Tamil Nadu Over the Next Three Days
Chennai, June 13: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted moderate rainfall accompanied by strong winds in several parts of Tamil Nadu over the next three days. The western ghats and the Cauvery delta districts are expected to experience the most significant weather activity. According to the weather department, a cyclonic circulation in the upper ... Read more Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Expected in Tamil Nadu Over the Next Three Days
Gold, Silver Rate Today: Here is how much gold and silver costs in key Indian cities on Saturday, 13 June 2026. Check the price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai.
Ultraviolette eyes capacity ramp-up & five-fold growth in exports
GHMC Election Officials Receives Training On SIR
B. Chennaiah, state level nodal officer for training, M. Jaya Chandra Reddy, deputy collector in the office of the CEO, Telangana, and K. Chandrakala, additional commissioner (Election), GHMC, trained the officials.
Data-driven analytics platform launched for swift outbreak response
Former ambassadors Vijay Gokhale and T.S. Tirumurti to discuss China-U.S. relations
Woman treated for recurrent heart rhythm disorder at Apollo Hospitals
Hotel management student killed in two-wheeler collision on Poonamallee High Road
Metro Rail ropes in NCC cadets to bring about transit etiquette among commuters
TNs first pink police booth launched in Ponneri
12 mini taluk offices to come up in city for easier access to Revenue Department services
Residents demand public consultation for setting up of mini taluk offices in various parts of the city
Salesperson found dead in toilet of retail outlet in T. Nagar
TN govt announces Rs 135cr kuruvai special package
City travellers set out to chase the rain
HC notice to Centre on playing Tamil Thai Vaazhthu at govt events
Fast track sewage work to save Madambakkam lake: NGT tells Tambaram corpn
TN govt creates 1,328 PE teacher, 297 director posts
GCC seeks direction to tie property defaulters under loan recovery
IIT Madras centre makes Google map equivalent of human brainstem
Gold theft on Guruvayur-Chennai train: eight-member inter-state gang arrested
Railway Protection Force, in coordination with Tamil Nadu Government Railway Police, recover stolen property worth 2.5 crore
Speaker issues show cause notice to four former AIADMK MLAs
Bike taxi rider arrested for misbehaving woman
Power cut: Avadi residents lay seige to substation
Physiotherapy clinics caught in registration grey zone
The Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2010, requires all institutions offering treatment or diagnostic services to register with state authorities. But officials say the laws language was drafted with physician-led facilities in mind, leaving room for interpretation when it comes to allied health professionals
Oppn parties flay TVK govt over Mekedatu, Kuruvai package
DVAC reopens corruption case against ex-minister Vaithilingam
Poor poll show triggers TNCC shake-up, Tagore leads race for top post
Work, shop, dine at Thirumangalam metro
4-Towered Integrated Complex To Be Built On 3.85 Acres Near Anna Nagar West
Mini malls to be part of metro stations
CMRL Has Floated Two Tenders To Hire Design Consultants For Corridors 3 & 4
CB-CID to question officials in TNEB hard disks theft case
Trichy Surya sent to one-day police custody
Woman police inspector booked in gold coin fraud case
Thoraipakkams prime residential locality remains a hub of civic mess
TN tightens Nipah surveillance; fever clusters on radar
1st ODI: India Will Play Around No.3 Slot In Virat Kohlis Absence, Says Morkel
Indian Premier League: Indias fast bowling coach Morne Morkel has indicated that the team will experiment with the number three batting position in Virat Kohlis absence during the threematch ODI series against Afghanistan, starting at the HPCA Stadium on Saturday. Kohli was ruled out of the three ODIs against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury picked up while hitting a match-winning 75 not out in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final against the Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. In his absence, Ishan Kishan, KL Rahul, and Yashasvi Jaiswal are in contention to bat at number three. I think thats something that in this series well play around with, (whether) its Ishan (Kishan) or KL (Rahul) or Yashasvi (Jaiswal). We have got a couple of oneday games coming up, and well give guys an opportunity in different slots to give ourselves a better idea of how we can structure teams and have different options, Morkel said in the pre-match press conference. Rahul has largely featured as a middle-order batter in the past five years, but in Indias training session on Friday, Kishan was on keeping duties while Rahul was tasked with taking outfield catches, thus raising the prospect of the Karnataka lad being promoted up the order for Saturdays clash. Morkel also spoke about the new pacers Prince Yadav and Gurnoor Brar, who are in line to get their international debuts in the series, with the next two games to be played in Lucknow and Chennai on June 17 and 20, respectively. First impressions, it is almost like theyve been part of the squad for five years. I saw no nervousness on their face. The way theyve gone about training, the energy theyve trained with, was good to see, he said. Morkel signed off by saying that Rohit Sharma was all fine after being spotted training with a different thigh pad, initially thought as protection for his hamstring, which he injured during IPL 2026. First impressions, it is almost like theyve been part of the squad for five years. I saw no nervousness on their face. The way theyve gone about training, the energy theyve trained with, was good to see, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rohit is moving well and training well. So excited to see him go. Always nice to have his experience back as well. Just the calmness that he brings to the dressing room is always a positive to have. He's training well, he's moving well. So I know that he's also excited to go. Article Source: IANS
IIT M centre maps human brainstem, cell by cell
The centre is building a platform that works like Google Earth of human brain
Despite govt & info panel fiat, private schools reluctant to display fee details
Thieves make use of night-time power cuts at Poonamallee, steal bikes
Thousands in Ambattur still await underground drainage network after a decade
Weaving a livelihood for the visually challenged
Lit The Light Trust, in association with Voluntary Health Services inTaramani, has launched a livelihood project to support the visually challenged who are adept at wire chair canning
NGT orders urgent action to curb sewage pollution in Korattur, Madambakkam lakes
In separate orders issued on June 9, the tribunal directed the CMWSSB, Tambaram Municipal Corporation, and WRD to plug sewage outfalls, strengthen sewerage infrastructure, restore lake ecosystems, and remove encroachments
Solinas Integrity Private Limited , a deep-tech robotics company incubated at IIT Madras, has been selected as the subject of a case study published on Harvard Business Publishing - the world's foremost repository of business school teaching cases used by institutions across six continents. Authored by Dr. Suresh Srinivasan from the Great Lakes Institute of Management, the case thoughtfully captures Solinas journey, innovation, and growing impact across India. ENDOBOT enables robotic inspection to detect defects inside water, sewer, & stormwater pipelines, while HOMOSEP eliminates manual scavenging through mechanized manhole cleaning Operating at the intersection of public infrastructure and industrial systems, Solinas has emerged as a key player working closely with municipal corporations across multiple states, as well as leading industries. The company focuses on solving critical challenges in underground infrastructure, ranging from manual scavenging, water pipeline leakages, and contamination risks to unsafe sewer systems, areas that are often invisible yet vital to public health and sustainability. Through its advanced robotics, AI, and digitization solutions, Solinas is enabling cities to reduce non-revenue water, improve service delivery, and make data-driven decisions. At the same time, its solutions are helping industries ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure reliability. Solinas is among a small cohort of Indian startups and fewer still from the WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene) sector to be featured in this publishing ecosystem. The case is now available as a teaching resource for MBA programs and business schools worldwide. The HBS case study highlights how Solinas is building a scalable and impact-driven business model in a traditionally underserved sector. It explores the companys approach to navigating complex government ecosystems, establishing credibility in industrial markets, and leveraging technology to create measurable outcomes. There is no playbook for building a technology company in the water and sanitation sector. Solinas has been built through constant experimentation and learning. Having studied Harvard Business School case studies during my education, it is incredibly meaningful to now see our journey featured as one, said Divanshu Kumar, Co-founder & CEO, Solinas. The case is expected to serve as a global learning resource for students, policymakers, and business leaders, offering insights into innovation, public-private collaboration, and building a startup in critical infrastructure sectors in WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene). About Solinas Integrity Private Limited Solinas is a deep-tech startup in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, incubated at IIT Madras. The company focuses on underground urban water and wastewater infrastructure, developing robotics and AI-led solutions for the inspection, cleaning, digitization, and management of underground networks. Its portfolio includes robotic inspection systems, AI-powered analytics platforms, and the Manhole Cleaning Robot designed to enable safer and mechanized sewer maintenance. These technologies allow cities and utilities to visualize, assess, clean, and manage infrastructure that is otherwise invisible, improving safety, reducing non-revenue water, and eliminating the need for manual scavenging. Recognized and honoured by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Solinas partners with urban local bodies, water utilities, and industries to enhance the safety, efficiency, and resilience of critical public infrastructure. Solinas solutions have been deployed across more than 30 cities in India, enabling large-scale inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of underground water and wastewater systems. The company has worked with leading urban utilities and municipal bodies including Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB), Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB), Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB), Sangli, Miraj Municipal Corporation, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation, Tripura Jal Board, Greater Chennai Corporation, and Noida Authority. Its technology supports significant reductions in water loss, saving up to 600,000 litres per kilometre of inspection per day while lowering operational costs by up to five times. ENDOBOT Robotic Crawler , and AI-driven analytics platforms, Solinas enables a proactive, data-driven approach to infrastructure management while advancing worker safety, operational efficiency, and climate resilience. The company has also expanded internationally, with its ENDOBOT robotic solution deployed with Dubai Municipality, and is now planning to scale its presence across the Middle East. Solinas aims to further expand its footprint across India and global markets, with a continued focus on enabling safer, more sustainable, and resilient urban infrastructure systems through robotics, AI, and intelligent underground infrastructure management.
Craving old-school pizza? Secret Sauce, a new thin-crust pizza restaurant opens in Chennai
Understanding khayal, a form of Hindustani classical music, and its secret masters
Sumana Ramanans book The Secret Master profiles Arun Kashalkars Kkhayal journey, exploring classical musics marginalizsed ecosystem. At a discussion with TM Krishna in Chennai, she spoke about the commodification and cultural shifts threatening Hindustani music, urging institutional support for gurus and more performance spaces
Inside South Indias women-led kink spaces: conversations around desire and consent
From shibari to BDSM workshops, consent-led spaces are helping women explore intimacy, boundaries and agency beyond traditional ideas of relationships. And power is shifting from a male-driven narrative to a femme-driven one
Sumukhi Suresh on why stand-up comedy should feel like an uncomfortable, honest confession
The only female Indian comic to take the stage at Netflix Is A Joke Fest 2026, writer, showrunner and actor Sumukhi Suresh delves into why writers should feel uncomfortable, staying honest and discovering the actor in her
A Rs 27.9 crore bribery case against former AIADMK minister Vaithilingam has been reopened by the DVAC. Following allegations of receiving kickbacks from a construction firm for official favours, a fresh probe was ordered after the case's earlier closure sparked criticism. The investigation is now underway.
Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay urged the Centre to release Rs 3,284 crore in Samagra Shiksha funds unconditionally and sought exemption from NEET. He also called for the release of Tamil Nadu fishermen detained in Sri Lanka and proposed declaring the Thirukkural as national literature.
Tamil Nadu Govt Hospitals Launch App to Ease Outpatient Crowds
App will offer half-hour slots, with bookings tied to a patients Aadhaar number
Sequel to Aatti Promises to Empower Women and Highlight Justice, Says Esakki Karuvannan
Chennai, June 12: Tamil cinema is currently witnessing a surge in female-centric films, and one such movie is Aatti. This film showcases womens strength, struggles, and their fight for justice. Ahead of its release, producer and lead actor Esakki Karuvannan has revealed plans for a sequel. Discussing the film, Karuvannan stated, The story of Aatti ... Read more Sequel to Aatti Promises to Empower Women and Highlight Justice, Says Esakki Karuvannan
Can you sell household items worth more than Rs 2 lakh in cash?Check the tax rules
A woman successfully challenged the Income Tax Department's addition of Rs 10.80 lakh as unexplained cash. The ITAT Chennai ruled in her favor, accepting her explanation for cash deposits from a property sale and sale of household items. The tribunal noted individual transactions for household items were below the Rs 2 lakh threshold.
GIFT City to enhance its share in aircraft leasing
South Korean footwear maker to invest 514 cr in Trichy SEZ
TNs ACP for FY27 fixed at 11 lakh crore
Guest worker slits throat with power saw, dies
Chennais power demand breaches 5,000MW despite complaints of night interruptions
Impose fine on those littering beaches, NGT directs local bodies
It asks urban local bodies to regulate vending during mass gatheringsand make periodic public disclosures on waste generation, collection
Anbumani urges GCC to release May salaries of contract medical workers
Anbumani calls for Right to Services Act in Tamil Nadu
Nearly 80% of residents near Kodungaiyur incinerator report health issues: survey
Water bells scheme forgottenby most govt. schools in city
The School Education Dept. introduced it last yearto ensure that students remained hydrated. The initiative was not taken seriously; it was not implemented properly last year too, say teachers
StreeSeva MandirsJawahar Global Academy Inaugurated
Pozhichalur Thangal gets new lease of life after EFI-led restoration
NGO removes 11 tonnes of waste and desilts the twin ponds that suffered years of garbage dumping, sewage inflow, and neglect, raising storage capacity to over 8.6 crore litres. EFI founder Arun Krishnamurthy says restoration of the south pond began in September 2025, while work on the four-acre north pond was completed by March this year
Pipeline work to disrupt water supply in three zones this weekend
Liquor manufacturers urge TN govt to hike procurement price
HC orders DVAC probe into irregularities in govt infra tenders
Two more arrested in Jana Nayagan film leak case
Two escape from police custody; one traced in Bengaluru, another still at large
Railway employee found dead in locked house
India's Brain Death Definition: Supreme Court Reopens Debate on Medical Protocols
A Supreme Court order has reignited the debate on defining brainstem death, prompting calls for scientific guidance. While allegations of malpractice are serious, the article argues against replacing the indispensable apnoea test with indirect proxies, emphasizing consistent protocol adherence and a unified definition of death.
Basin Bridge bottleneck leaves commuters stranded for 30 minutes daily
Convex mirrors to open up ECR view
One finding that side-impact collisions outnumbered head-on crashes on this ECR stretch, Tambaram police installed 120 convex mirrors across 50 junctions
Cauvery Calling to hold seminar on food forests, sustainable farming at Trichy SRM institute
CPI is no longer part of DMK front, says Veerapandian
Udhayanidhi seeks Srivaikundam MLAs removal, probe into top brass role in abuse case
TTV Dhinakaran rules out AIADMK-AMMK merger, says lets wait and see
