New Delhi, June 14: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Sunday that the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway project will significantly improve connectivity to key industrial and logistics hubs, boosting economic activities and infrastructure development in the region. During her visit to the expressway corridor as part of the Pragati Path Yatra Darshan program in Devanahalli, Karnataka, Sitharaman ... Read more Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway to Enhance Connectivity to Major Industrial Hubs: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
Come up with scheme for biogas generation in Tamil Nadu: Plea at Madras High Court
Litigant insists that an expert committee must be constituted before coming up with a biogas policy and a pilot project must be conducted in Greater Chennai Corporation
'Will soon announce my political journey': Actor Raghava Lawrence hints at entering politics
Actor-choreographer Raghava Lawrence has hinted at a political entry, seeking fan opinions on his potential public service. He expressed a desire to serve selflessly and contribute to public welfare, stating an important announcement regarding his future plans will be made soon. Lawrence also praised the current Tamil Nadu government's performance.
CBSE Class 9 students in Chennai yet to get textbooks for this year
Some schools have received their English and Science textbookswhile most have not received their subject books; an NCERT book supplier says the situation will likely ease by next week
Tamil Manila Congress quits BJP-led NDA, cites party strengthening
The Tamil Manila Congress (TMC) has exited the BJP-led NDA, as announced by party president GK Vasan. Vasan stated the decision was made to focus on strengthening his own party, emphasizing no differences with alliance partners. The withdrawal was finalized during the TMC's executive council meeting in Chennai.
Stalin Questions CM Vijays Recent Delhi Visit Amid Political Tensions
Chennai, June 14: DMK President and former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, M.K. Stalin, launched a verbal attack on Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Sunday. He raised concerns regarding Vijays recent trip to New Delhi, accusing him of applying double standards compared to his previous criticisms of political opponents. Stalin referenced remarks allegedly made ... Read more Stalin Questions CM Vijays Recent Delhi Visit Amid Political Tensions
Tamil Nadus Fishing Ban Ends Today, Fishermen Prepare to Return to Sea
Chennai, June 14: The fishing ban in Tamil Nadu, which lasted for 61 days, is set to end today. Thousands of fishermen are gearing up to resume their fishing activities. The central government imposed this ban from April 15 to June 14 to protect fish populations during their peak breeding season and to ensure the ... Read more Tamil Nadus Fishing Ban Ends Today, Fishermen Prepare to Return to Sea
Tamil Nadu weather: Cyclonic system to bring rains to northern TN
Moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorm and lightning is likely to occur over Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Chennai, Tiruvannamalai, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Pudukkottai, Cuddalore, Villupuram and Kallakurichi districts and Puducherry.
Heavy Rain Forecast for Tamil Nadus Delta Districts Amid Rising Temperatures
Chennai, June 14: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in parts of Tamil Nadus delta region on Sunday. This is due to atmospheric circulation affecting several northern coastal districts, where moderate rain is also expected. According to the weather department, districts such as Thanjavur, Thiruvarur, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai are likely to experience ... Read more Heavy Rain Forecast for Tamil Nadus Delta Districts Amid Rising Temperatures
Chennai-based company brings down Indias popcorn maize imports, more than doubles domestic output
Gourmet Popcornica has gone all out to build the countrys popcorn value chain, from hybrid seed and farmer partnerships to kernel processing, storage, supply to cinema halls and branded retail products
A second chance for everyday things
As a two-day garment mending workshop by Samposhan ends today, a close look at Chennais repair culture provides cause for some celebration and also reasons to revitalise efforts to promote it
Opening of Chennai airports second cab pick-up point deferred again
Airport Director says the project faces some legal issues and it is being taken up with caution to protect the interest of the public; a trial run for free flow of traffic will be initiated and a study will be taken up
Glitch results in delay in opening of Chennai Metro trains doors
Scattered rainfall likely in various districts of Tamil Nadu till Monday
While the wet weather is likely to continue till June 19, meteorologists noted that only isolated places may receive rainfall between June 16 and 19
MAWS Secretary reviews various Metrowaters ongoing infrastructure projects
Armys legendary tanks now at Marina
CBSE Class 9 students yet to get textbooks for this year
Some schools have received their English and Science textbookswhile most have not received their subject books; an NCERT book supplier says the situation will likely ease by next week
Two Brothers Arrested in 30 Crore Finance Company Fraud in Tiruvallur
Madras univ student finds pre-historic sites with rock arts, stone tools near Kovai
Two killed in separate hit-and-run incidents in Tiruvallur
Man held for attempted ATM theft, accomplice on the run
Arappor Iyakkam writes to CM to scrap building plan on Pallikaranai marshland
Woman kills infant daughter, dies by suicide at home
No risk of Tata electronics plant closure, say officials
Teachers group prepares guidebook for morning assemblies
IIT Madras is set to enrol more than 100 foreign students for the first time
Five students from Adi Dravidar, Tribal Welfare schools enter NITs
18 students get admission in Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology; many have secured seats in NIFT and hotel management and tourism colleges across the country
Private hospital in Chennai to launch affordable, multispecialty ICU
Pic by S.R. Raghunathan
Healthcare workers, union members protest app-based attendance system
No risk of Tata Electronics plant closure, say Tata Electronics and officials
Teachers prepare guidebook for morning assemblies
Fire guts paint and eye-drop manufacturing units near Vanagaram
Panchetti power substation to be commissioned soon: TNPDCL chairman
Law University to release merit list for five-year integrated programmes this week
Stalin calls TVK govt BJPS photocopy, accuses it of poaching AIADMK MLAs
A scary thud at Thiruvengadam Street
On June 13, an old tree, reportedly unsteady for a long time, crashed damaging a compound wall, a car inside and two other cars outside. Fortunately, no one was injured, reports D. Vinothkumar
Six students from Tamil Nadu's tribal and SC communities have secured seats in premier engineering institutions like NIT Puducherry through JoSAA counselling. Intensive govt-backed training programs proved instrumental in their success.
Rooting for green cooling solutions
Chennai cannot do without air-conditioners, but their run time can be reduced if one designed their living space green and topped it with soft furnishings that have the visible imprint of nature. Here are roadside conversations with makers of bamboo andvetivercurtains
Buggy rides atEgmoremuseum a big help during summer
When this free service was launched six months ago, it was an instant hit; but the full measure of its benefit was made manifest only during the extreme heat spikes this summer
Former MLAs, MPs and senior leaders from AIADMK, BJP and other parties joined TVK
Departed for another sanctuary: a tribute to V. Guruswami the naturalist
Former MLAs, MPs and senior leaders from AIADMK, BJP and other parties join Vijays TVK
Several former ministers, MPs, and MLAs from AIADMK, BJP, and other parties joined TVK, including ex-BJP MLA S Vijayadharani and former AIADMK minister K T Pachaimmal.
DMKs Kanimozhi Demands Action in Salem Sexual Assault Case as TVK Denies Connection
Chennai, June 13: Kanimozhi, the Deputy General Secretary of the DMK and a Member of Parliament, has called for a thorough investigation and strict action against those involved in a recent alleged sexual assault case in Salem, Tamil Nadu. Meanwhile, the Tamilaga Vetria Kazhagam (TVK) has distanced itself from the arrested suspect. Kanimozhi expressed her ... Read more DMKs Kanimozhi Demands Action in Salem Sexual Assault Case as TVK Denies Connection
Passenger footfall at Agartala's MBB airport has almost doubled in 12 years, official says
Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport in Agartala has seen passenger numbers nearly double over the past 12 years. This growth is attributed to the introduction of more flights to various cities. The airport now handles approximately 5,000 passengers daily. Efforts are underway to introduce direct flights to Mumbai and Chennai. The airport is also prepared for international flight operations.
A 40-year-old man was arrested in Salem for sexually abusing women by filming them and using the videos for blackmail. He targeted women in financial distress, offering loans before filming private moments without consent. The accused also compelled victims to meet the demands of his associates.
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.
9 Hyderabad-Bound Flights Diverted to Other Airports Due to Bad Weather
While half a dozen flights bound to Hyderabad were diverted to the airport in Bangalore, two other flights to Chennai and one to Nagpur: Airport sources
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.
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
IIT-Madras releases 3D atlas of human brainstem
It offers researchers an unprecedented view of one of the most complex regions of the brain
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
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
Tamil Nadu chapter of Diabetic Foot Society inaugurated in Chennai
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
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
AI, coding and AR/VR will be taken to 5,000 govt schools on pilot basis: minister Rajmohan
GCC seeks direction to tie property defaulters under loan recovery
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
TN seeks extension of engineering admission deadline by a month from AICTE
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
