Pudumandapam, the 17th century architectural marvel of Madurai
Five elephants from Assam have been proposed to be donated to Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai; Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai; Kancheepuram Mutt; Vaitheeswaran Temple, Mayiladuthurai; and Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram.
Moderate rain forecast in 17 TN districts after heavy downpour
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) Several parts of Tamil Nadu, including Perambalur, Vellore, Virudhunagar and Dindigul districts, received heavy rain accompanied by strong winds, bringing relief from the prevailing heat. The Regional Meteorological Centre has forecast moderate rain in 17 districts on Sunday. Heavy rain lashed Perambalur and surrounding areas, including Arumadal, Kavulpalayam, Eraiyur, Perali and Thuraimangalam. Several parts of Tiruvannamalai district, including Arani town, Kannamangalam, Sandavasal and Sevur, also witnessed intense showers. In Vellore district, rain was reported in Vellore city, Katpadi, Sathuvachari, Ponnai, Vallimalai, Latheri and Gudiyatham. Heavy rain at Pernambut caused severe waterlogging along the State Highway connecting Tamil Nadu with Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. Rainwater accumulated like a large pool along a half-kilometre stretch, leaving motorists struggling to navigate the road. Sivakasi and its neighbouring areas, including Tiruthangal, Satchiyapuram and Vilampatti in Virudhunagar district, received heavy rain accompanied by gusty winds. Similar conditions prevailed in Vathalakundu, Pattiveeranpatti, Old Vathalakundu and Mallanampatti in Dindigul district. Evening showers in Kodaikanal brought down temperatures and delighted tourists. Moderate rain was recorded in Periyakulam, Allinagaram and Aranmanai Pudur in Theni district. Nagapattinam and nearby areas, including Kilvelur, Devur, Thirumarugal, Nagore, Sikkal and Valivalam, experienced rain accompanied by strong winds. The showers cheered farmers preparing their fields for samba paddy cultivation. Nannilam and adjoining areas in Tiruvarur district also received rain. Residents of Mettupalayam and Kallar in Coimbatore district welcomed the sudden showers after days of hot weather. Udhagamandalam also experienced a noticeable drop in temperature following rain after several unusually warm days. The weather office said moderate rain was likely in the Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Dindigul, Theni, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Virudhunagar, Kanyakumari, Madurai, Sivaganga, Tiruchi, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Pudukkottai, Tiruvannamalai and Vellore districts on Sunday. Chennai and its suburbs may receive moderate rain during the evening or night. Heavy rain is forecast in the Nilgiris on September 15 and 16, while Coimbatore could experience heavy showers on September 16.
Three senior IAS officers to supervise Madurai Meenakshi Temple consecration
Three senior IAS officers to supervise Madurai Meenakshi Temple consecration
Supreme Court panel urged to halt transfer of Assam elephants to Tamil Nadu
Four captive elephants are in the process of being transferred, while a fifth, five-year-old Durga, has been moved to the Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
Local holiday declared in Madurai on September 17 for Meenakshi Temple consecration
Local holiday declared in Madurai on September 17 for Meenakshi Temple consecration
Special trains to Madurai for Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple kumbhabhishekam
HC disposes of residents federation petition on service road proposal
Madurai Bench of Madras High Court records affidavit of Highways Secretary on the progress of land acquisition for building service lanes with 33 metres right of way
Arrest of Deiva Tamil Peravai in Madurai members condemned
Employee of The American College in Madurai arrested in job scam, three others booked
A man from Karaikudi complained that he was cheated of 15.75 lakh on the promise of getting his daughter an Assistant Professor job in 2024
Watch: Tamil scholar Solomon Pappaiah laid to rest in Madurai with State honours
Tamil scholar Solomon Pappaiah, who passed away at 90, is laid to rest in Madurai with full State honours as hundreds join his funeral procession.
From top-4 to 26, Srinagar falls in Centres clean-air ranking
Srinagar, Sep 11:Just three years ago, Srinagar was counted among the countrys top-performing cities in GoI survey regarding air quality, city-wise, across India. Now it has found itself at 26th position in the latest Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026.The striking reversal for a city synonymous with pristine mountains, lakes and fresh Himalayan air throws uncomfortable in the air here. The health of citizens and environment in Srinagar is once again under scanner.The latest ranking Of Swatch Vayi Sarvekshan has Srinagar behind Delhi.Delhi has for long made headlines with toxic winter smog and features among Indias most persistent air-pollution hotspots. Strikingly, Delhi secured the 21st rank with 172 points. Shockingly, Srinagar scored 162.6 points and is now at 26th among cities with a population of over 10 lakh.In the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2023, Srinagar had clinched the fourth rank nationally in its population category. It was lauded for being one of the country's leading cities in the clean-air initiative.Chairman Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee (JKPCC), Vasu Yadav while speaking to Greater Kashmir, said the ranking does not reflect the air quality of Srinagar. He said that Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan does not rank cities based on the measurement of how good or bad their air quality is.It is not a linear, simple addition but a number of factors are assessed while giving points to the cities, he said. Yadav said the Sarvekshan measures the initiatives taken by cities to control pollution and the implementation of air-quality improvement programmes, under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). The assessment is based on measures to address road dust management, solid waste management, vehicular emissions, industrial pollution, construction waste, demolition waste and other other emission sources, he said. More importantly, he said, it has a very strong connection to Solid Waste Managemnet measures taken by the cities. If the waste is not managed scientifically, it is a pollution hazard, and a negative impact on air quality as it will eventually be burnt, he said. The Chairman said the municipalities have to list what all they have done to control air pollution over the year. The process is heavily based on self-assessment by city municipalities, he said. It is also a reflection of the scrutiny at the state level, evaluation by the Central Pollution Control Board and importantly, field verification by independent committees, he said. Three years ago, the parameter of ranking just the air quality and thats how Srinagar was among the top, he said.The latest survey has placed Srinagar above major metros such as Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata.However, it trails behind Delhi and Hyderabad. Lucknow has topped the category with 198 points. Other top cities with notable clean air measures are Indore and Jabalpur.At the bottom are Chennai, Jamshedpur, Kota, Kolkata and Madurai.The pollution in Srinagar has often been blamed on the ever-increasing number of vehicles and traffic congestion to road dust.The construction activity, waste burning in autumn and emissions are considered the major culprits. The fifth edition of the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan, 2026, assessed 130 cities covered under NCAP, in three population categories. The Union Environment Ministry said 108 of the 130 cities showed improvement in PM10 levels during 2025-26.
Madurai district police plan to install ANPR cameras at 30 junctions on highways
HC praises Madurai district administration for temple consecretaion arrangements
Healthcare projects worth 806.9 cr. in the pipeline for Madurai, says Health Minister
The Minister says 44 crore has been sanctioned for a critical care block near Anna Bus Stand, and one of the seven new nursing colleges will come up in Madurai
AIIMS NEET 2026 Round 2 Cutoff Out - Check Category-Wise Closing Ranks @ aiimsexams.ac.in
AIIMS NEET 2026 Round 2 cutoff is out based on MCC's provisional seat allotment result. Check category-wise (Open, EWS, OBC, SC, ST) closing ranks for AIIMS Jodhpur, Bhopal, Rishikesh, Bhubaneswar, Nagpur, Madurai and 14 more institutes.
Solomon Pappaiah dies at 90: Vijay, Rajinikanth pay their respects
Tamil superstar Rajinikanth and actor-turned-politician paid tribute to eminent Tamil scholar, debate moderator and actor Solomon Pappaiah, who passed away in Madurai on Friday, September 11, 2026.
Solomon Pappaiya, Tamil scholar and actor, dies at 90; Prabhudeva pays tribute
Solomon Pappaiya, a Tamil scholar, actor and renowned orator, has passed away at the age of 90. He breathed his last in Madurai on Friday, September 11. He was known for his contributions to Tamil literature and cinema and was remembered by his fans and members of the film fraternity following his death.
Solomon Pappaiah, veteran Tamil scholar and orator, passes away at 90 in Madurai
Prof. Pappaiah possessed a rare gift: the ability to explain complex literary, philosophical, and social ideas in simple, engaging language that ordinary people could easily understand and enjoy
Sivakarthikeyan's 'Seyon' unit wraps up second schedule of shooting
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 11 (IANS) The makers of director Sivakumar Murugesan's eagerly awaited Tamil film, 'Seyon', featuring actor Sivakarthikeyan in the lead, on Friday announced that the unit of the film had now wrapped up its second schedule of shooting. Raaj Kamal Films Interational, the production house of actor Kamal Haasan which is producing the film, took to its social media timelines to put out a video clip announcing the completion of the film's second schedule. It wrote, # (The second stage of courage's victorious journey has now been completed #Seyon) #VetrivelVeeravel #Varendi #KamalHaasan #Sivakarthikeyan. It may be recalled that Sivakarthikeyan had taken a short break in Ooty ahead of the gruelling second schedule in Madurai. The actor had a few days ago posted pictures of himself seated alone on a jeep and enjoying the serenity offered by the mist-surrounded mountains in Ooty. Posting the pictures on Instagram, he had said, A pause. A breeze. A little peace. For the unaware, the makers of the film had on June 10 this year announced that the unit had wrapped up the first schedule of shooting. Raaj Kamal Films International, the production house producing the film, had taken to its social media timelines to announce the completion of the first schedule. It wrote, From passion to progress #Seyon First Schedule Wrapped. # #VetrivelVeeravel #Varendi. The film officially went on floors in Madurai with a grand pooja ceremony that was graced by several celebrities including actor Kamal Haasan on May 18 this year. Produced by Kamal Haasan's RaajKamal Films International and Turmeric Media, the film features actress Baghyashrii Borse as the female lead. Interestingly, this will be Baghyashrii Borse's first direct Tamil film. A day before the official launch of the film, director Sivakumar Murugesan had taken to his X timeline to share a video clip showing him and the core crew of the film meeting Kamal Haasan at his office and signing the agreement. The director, sharing the video clip, had said, Tomorrow, #SEYON Begins Its Journey. Sivakumar Murugesan, in the video clip, was heard saying, I have longed and wondered if whether I could get an autograph of Kamal sir. But today, Kamal sir has given me an autographed 80-page agreement. The film has triggered huge interest in fans and film buffs ever since the makers released a glimpse video from the film called The Celebration earlier this year. The Celebration video showcases an incident that happens on the second day of the Maasi Kalari festival that is held at the Karumaathur Virumaandi Temple. The incident in question is shown taking place two hours after a major scuffle at the festival. A group of people gather at the local police station, even as the constable explains the situation to the inspector. He informs that a major fight had broken out at the festival even as the inspector begins inspecting those who have gathered at the station. He finds a group of young men with half tonsured heads and asks them what happened. The constable explains that the young men with half tonsured heads behaved in an indecent manner by flashing laser lights at dancers at the festival and making reels out of it. Therefore, somebody bashed them up and tonsured half their heads, he explains. The inspector then asks another man from another group as to why he was beaten. He says he was asked what play they were to stage at the festival and he had informed them that he was to stage the devotional Valli Thirumanam (Valli's wedding to Lord Murugan) and therefore, he too was bashed up. The reply makes those locked up in prison wonder if the person who bashed up the theatre artiste was an atheist. But then another man clarifies, He is not an atheist. In fact, he is the one who gets possessed by the divine spirit of Virumaandi. The cops realise that everybody from the neighbouring villages are there save one and that is the people of Karumathur, who are carrying out the procession. The others try to stop the procession but according to custom, the procession must not be stopped. The procession proceeds and the inspector happens to see Sivakarthikeyan in a possessed state and prays to him... The celebration video gives the impression that the story will be set in Madurai. The makers also disclosed that the film would release in October this year. The film, which will feature Sakarthikeyan in a power-packed and dynamic new role, will be a grand rural commercial entertainer. The film marks a significant reunion between Sivakarthikeyan and Raaj Kamal Films International. Their collaboration for this film comes on the heels of the blockbuster success of their earlier film 'Amaran', which garnered both critical acclaim and commercial triumph. Produced by Kamal Haasan and R. Mahendran, the film brings together powerful storytelling and a co+mpelling cinematic vision. Adding to the excitement, this project will mark the first-ever collaboration between RaajKamal Films International, Sivakarthikeyan, and acclaimed composer Santhosh Narayanan. The film has cinematography by Vivek Vijayakumar and editing by San Lokesh. Art direction for the film is by R K Nagu while Keerthy Sampath and Joshua Maxwell are its costume designers.
RDPR Madurai Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for Office Assistant, Record Clerk and Driver Posts
Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, Madurai (RDPR Madurai) Recruitment 2026 for 4 posts of Office Assistant, Record Clerk and Driver Posts. Candidates with 10th, 8th Pass Can Apply Offline. The offline application starts on 11-09-2026, and closes on 10-10-2026. The candidate shall apply offline through RDPR Madurai official website madurai.nic.in.
Discover over 100 unique dosa varieties at Ayyapan Dosa Kadai in Madurai
At Ayyapan Dosa Kadai, the citys Dosa Man has spent nearly 50 years making more than 100 varieties of dosa, including ice cream, honey, and butterscotch dosas
City-based B Shangamithras , 36, mandala drawing is more than making patterns on paper. Her 10-day mandala workshop session uses drawing and journaling to encourage participants to slow down and look at themselves
Association of Radiation Oncologists of India organises annual conference in Madurai
Association of Radiation Oncologists of India organises annual conference in Madurai
Two students assaulted in separate incidents over love affairs in Madurai district
Rain forecast for Chennai, Western Ghats; temperature to rise in interior TN
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 10 (IANS) Chennai and several other parts of Tamil Nadu are likely to receive rain over the next two days, even as temperatures are forecast to rise sharply in the states interior districts, the Meteorological Department said. According to the latest weather bulletin, one or two places in districts along the Western Ghats could experience moderate rainfall on Thursday. Light to moderate rain is also likely in Chennai, Tiruvallur and Ranipet districts during the day. The forecast offers the possibility of some relief from the prevailing heat in Chennai and its neighbouring areas. However, rainfall is expected to remain scattered, with its intensity and duration varying from one locality to another. Rainfall activity is likely to extend to more parts of Tamil Nadu on Friday. The department forecasts moderate rain at a few places in the Western Ghats districts and in Cuddalore, Tiruchi, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Thanjavur, Pudukkottai, Madurai, Virudhunagar and Sivaganga districts. Madurai, Theni and Dindigul have been warned of the possibility of heavy rain on Friday. Residents in these districts have been advised to remain alert to sudden spells of intense rainfall, particularly in low-lying localities and areas vulnerable to waterlogging. Moderate rainfall has also been forecast in Tamil Nadus southern coastal districts on Friday. The expected showers could bring down daytime temperatures temporarily in areas receiving sustained rain. While rain is predicted in several districts, the weather department has warned that maximum temperatures in the interior parts of Tamil Nadu could increase by up to four degrees Celsius over the next four days. The combination of higher temperatures and humidity could cause discomfort during the daytime, especially in districts that do not receive significant rainfall. The weather may remain hot in the afternoon before cloud formation and isolated showers provide limited relief in some places. People travelling across districts have been urged to follow local weather updates, as rainfall could be uneven and conditions may change quickly. Motorists should exercise caution during heavy showers because reduced visibility and water accumulation could affect traffic. The contrasting forecast indicates scattered rain across northern, western, central and southern Tamil Nadu alongside a noticeable rise in temperature over the interior regions. Authorities are expected to monitor rainfall in districts where heavier spells have been predicted.
MinisterlaunchesThe Hindus coffee table book on Meenakshi-Sundareswarar Temple in Madurai
Madurai teachers receive Nallasiriyar award
Two jallikattu bull tamers die in road accident in Madurai
Family, activists protest demanding murder probe into Class XI students death in Madurai
Tamil Nadu Chief Ministers Trophy 2026 commences in Madurai
Tamil Nadu Chief Ministers Trophy 2026 commences in Madurai
TN's Thaai Maman gold ring scheme launch likely to be deferred to Sep 25
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 9 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu governments ambitious Thaai Maman gold ring scheme for babies born in government hospitals is likely to be launched on September 25, instead of the previously announced date of September 15. Chief Minister Joseph Vijay announced the scheme on June 23 as part of the governments efforts to encourage more families to choose public hospitals for childbirth. Under the initiative, every eligible newborn will receive a one-gram ring made of 22-carat gold as a symbolic gift from the Thaai Maman, or maternal uncle. Although the formal launch was fixed for September 15, coinciding with the birth anniversary of former Chief Minister C.N. Annadurai, beneficiaries will include children born in government hospitals from June 22 onwards. The government has allocated Rs 755.83 crore for implementing the scheme over the next year. Orders have reportedly been placed for 4,41,667 gold rings. Jewellery retailer Joyalukkas secured 70 per cent of the supply contract, while Kalyan Jewellers was awarded the remaining 30 per cent. However, with only a few days remaining before the proposed inauguration, officials are preparing to reschedule the event because of the Chief Ministers official visit to London. Joseph Vijay is expected to leave Chennai for London via Dubai on Thursday on a seven-day visit aimed at attracting business investments to Tamil Nadu. During the trip, he is also reportedly expected to visit Silverstone to watch actor Ajith Kumar participate in a motor race. The Chief Minister is likely to return to Chennai on the night of September 16. He is scheduled to travel the following day to Madurai to attend the consecration ceremony at the Meenakshi Amman Temple. He is also expected to visit Virudhunagar to inaugurate the expansion of the Kamaraj Breakfast Scheme at the school where former Chief Minister K. Kamaraj studied. Given this packed official schedule, the government is unlikely to launch the gold ring programme on September 15. Preparations are reportedly underway to inaugurate the scheme at a government hospital in Usilampatti in Madurai district on September 25. An official announcement confirming the revised date and venue is expected shortly. The scheme is among the governments prominent welfare initiatives targeting maternal and infant healthcare.
Tiruchi tops Tamil Nadu in Swachh Vayu clean air survey
Digital Desk | Tiruchi, Sep 9 (IANS) Tiruchi has emerged as Tamil Nadus best-performing city in the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026, securing 12th place nationally in the category for cities with populations exceeding one million this year. The rankings, released by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, gave Tiruchy 183 points out of 200. The city finished ahead of Chennai and Madurai, Tamil Nadu cities assessed in the same category. Chennai ranked 35th with 147.7 points, while Madurai stood 39th with 132.1 points. At the national level, Lucknow topped the category with 198 points, followed by Indore with 197. Jabalpur secured third place after receiving 195 points. Tiruchis latest position, however, is below the ninth rank it recorded in the previous years assessment. Thoothukudi was also featured in the survey. It secured the 35th position in the category for cities with populations below 300,000, registering a score of 142.2. The Central Pollution Control Board conducted the survey across 131 cities covered by the National Clean Air Programme. The exercise measures the progress made by urban administrations in tackling sources of air pollution and improving air quality. Cities were assessed on several parameters, including reductions in particulate matter, particularly PM10, measures to control road dust, effective waste management and the expansion of air-quality monitoring infrastructure. Public awareness initiatives and the institutional capacity of local authorities to implement clean-air programmes were also taken into account. Officials attributed Tiruchys strong showing to a series of sustained civic interventions. These included better segregation of waste at source, improvements in door-to-door garbage collection and the increased use of mechanised equipment for sweeping roads and reducing accumulated dust. The city administration also strengthened enforcement against open burning of waste, which contributes to harmful emissions and deteriorating neighbourhood air quality. Efforts to expand green spaces and involve residents more closely in environmental programmes provided further support to the citys clean-air campaign. The impact of these measures is reflected in the steady reduction of PM10 levels in Tiruchy. The level fell from 88 in 2017-18 to 53 during 2025-26, indicating substantial improvement over the period. The result places Tiruchy at the forefront of Tamil Nadus urban clean-air efforts. Maintaining the momentum, further lowering particulate pollution and improving its position in future national surveys will now be the citys key challenges.
FQL investment fraud draws over 40,000 complaints in Madurai and neighbouring districts
Youth killed in accident involving Tamil Nadu Minister Jagadeshwaris car near Chennai
She was travelling in a government vehicle, followed by an escort vehicle and her personal car; the Ministers personal car allegedly hit the two-wheeler, killing the youth on the spot; the police arrested driver Chinna Agni of Madurai
Rains forecast rains in 12 districts of Tamil Nadu today
Chennai, Sep 6 (IANS) Widespread rain has brought relief from oppressive heat across several parts of Tamil Nadu, while the Regional Meteorological Centre forecast moderate showers in 12 districts on Sunday. Several districts received rain on Saturday after a spell of hot and largely dry weather. In Sivaganga, blazing sunshine during the day gave way to showers at night, leaving water accumulated on some roads. Heavy rain was reported in Kalappur, Chathurvedimangalam, Piranmalai and Surakudi near Singampunari. Residents of Sattur and nearby Chinnapalli, Mettamalai, Chinnakamampatti and Irukkankudi in Virudhunagar district welcomed the rainfall, which arrived after several months. Moderate rain was also reported in parts of the Coimbatore metropolitan area, producing cooler conditions. Perambalur town and several surrounding areas, including Arumadal, Kavulpalayam, Eraiyur, Perali and Thuraimangalam, experienced showers that brought down temperatures. In and around Ulundurpet in Kallakurichi district, hot winds prevailed during the day before evening rain provided much-needed respite. Tirunelveli witnessed a sudden sunshower while bright sunshine continued. Moderate rainfall in Andipatti, Chakkampatti, and Theppampatti in Theni district cheered farmers. Strong winds and heavy rain lashed Thuvarankurichi near Manapparai in Tiruchi district for the second consecutive day. Heavy showers also fell over parts of Tiruvarur district, including Sannanallur, Poonthottam, Peralam, Thirukkottaram and Andipandal. Farmers engaged in paddy cultivation said the rain was beneficial to their fields. Rainfall was recorded in Mayiladuthurai town, Kuthalam, Mangainallur and Komal. Although it eased the heat, the showers caused concern among farmers waiting with harvested paddy bags at procurement centres. Moderate rain also occurred in Thanjavur, Poondi, Ammapettai, Saliyamangalam, Surakkottai and Kattur. Across the affected districts, the change in weather was most noticeable after sunset, when clouds gathered following intense daytime heat. The rain offered comfort to residents and helped standing crops in several farming belts. However, cultivators who had already completed harvesting remained vulnerable because paddy stored in the open could be damaged. The Met Department said moderate rain was likely in the Western Ghats districts of the Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Dindigul, Theni, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Virudhunagar and Kanniyakumari. Madurai and Sivakasi were also expected to receive showers. Chennai and its suburbs may experience moderate rain during the evening or night. However, interior Tamil Nadu is likely to remain dry for the next four days, with maximum temperatures rising up to four degrees Celsius above normal in some places.
79 monoliths and a mountain of challenges: reconstructing a Nayak-era wonder
The initiative to restore the Veera Vasantharayar Mandapam at the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, which burned in a fire, ran into many hurdles. After an uphill struggle, a team of around 150 sculptors, led by sthapathi V.P. Velmurugan of Tiruppur, managed to complete the project, with the renewed hall being formally inaugurated on August 30
Soroptimist International Madurai honours woman organic farmer
Eight engineering students from TN killed in highway crash in Keralams Thrissur
Thrissur, Sep 05: Eight engineering students from Tamil Nadu's Dindigul were killed when their car rammed into a lorry parked illegally on NH-66 in Thrissur district of central Keralam, police said on Saturday. The accident occurred around 11.40 pm on Friday at Panambikkunnu in Kaipamangalam, when the car, travelling from Guruvayur towards Kodungallur, collided with the rear of the Maharashtra-registered lorry, police said. According to the FIR, the lorry was parked illegally on the right side of the highway near a barricaded stretch where traffic had been diverted as part of ongoing construction work. Police said the car was travelling at high speed and its driver apparently failed to notice the diversion barricade before the collision. Six students died on the spot, while two others were declared dead on arrival at a nearby hospital, police said. The deceased were students of an engineering college in Dindigul and were travelling towards Kodungallur along NH-66. Police said five of the deceasedSurya, Yuvasanjith, Joshua, Murali and Jeevawere from Dindigul, while Santhosh and Prasanna were from Madurai and Vishva was from Salem. The students were pulled out of the mangled car during a rescue operation involving residents, fire and rescue personnel and police. Their bodies were taken to the mortuary at Thrissur Medical College, police said. Kaipamangalam police have registered a case against the lorry driver under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for culpable homicide. The driver went into hiding soon after the accident, police said. Police contacted the families of the deceased using student identity cards recovered from the victims. Some of the families were unaware that their children had travelled to Keralam, police said. Relatives told police that Santhosh had recently purchased a car and that the group had planned a trip to Kochi. As the registration of the car had not been completed, they hired a rented vehicle for the trip, they said. Postmortem examinations were conducted at Thrissur Medical College, where relatives arrived to receive the bodies. Hospital authorities arranged ambulances to transport the bodies to their respective native places. Thrissur Rural District Police Chief Mohammad Nadeemuddin said a preliminary investigation indicated that the accident occurred due to the lorry driver's fault. It is definitely a mistake on the part of the lorry driver. An FIR has already been registered. Additionally, regarding the highway authorities and the contractor, we will inspect that as part of the investigation and take strict action, he told reporters. Nadeemuddin said the lorry driver was absconding, but the vehicle owner had been identified, and the driver would be apprehended soon. He said that although a Highway Police patrol unit had been deployed in the area, lorry drivers often parked their vehicles and left the spot. Definitely, parking should not be done here. We will check whether the highway authorities and contractors have installed proper signboards. But as per the preliminary assessment, this is a mistake on the part of the lorry driver, he said. Nadeemuddin said the Kodungallur deputy superintendent of police had been assigned to investigate the case. Legal action has been initiated, and an FIR has already been registered. Given the gravity of the case, we have designated the deputy SP of Kodungallur as the investigating officer. There will be a thorough investigation, and immediate and strict action will be taken against whoever is at fault. Necessary preventive measures will be taken by the police, he said.================
TVK Ally CPI-M MP Su Venkatesan
Daysafter Tamil Nadus new restrictions on mobile phones inside major temples came into force, visuals from Madurais Meenakshi Amman Temple appear to show members of Madurai MP Su. Venkatesans entourage carrying mobile phones inside the temple premises. The timing raises questions over how uniformly the governments new rules are being enforced. From September 1, camera-enabled [] The post TVK Ally CPI-M MP Su Venkatesans Entourage Seen With Phones Inside Meenakshi Temple, Where Mobile Phones Are Banned For Devotees appeared first on The Commune .
Guidelines issued for Vinayaka Chaturthi celebrations in Madurai
After 68 years, Air India flight connecting Madurai and Chennai to stop operations from October 25
With the closure of operations on the sector by AI Express, the route will become monopoly for Indigo, which operates over five flights daily between the two cities
After 68 years, Air India flight connecting Madurai and Chennai to stop operations from October 25
With the closure of operations on the sector by AI Express, the route will become monopoly for Indigo, which operates over five flights daily between the two cities
After 68 years, AI flight connecting Madurai and Chennai to stop operations from Oct. 25
With the closure of operations on the sector by AI Express, the route will become monopoly for Indigo, which operates over five flights daily between the two cities
Among them were Rajesh Kannan (50), his wife Anandhi (43), relatives of Akash Delison, who allegedly died in police custody at the Manamadurai police station in March this year.
Drunk Man Throws Petrol Bomb Near Girlfriend's Home In Tamil Nadu
A 23-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly hurling a petrol bomb near his girlfriend's home in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district early this morning. The incident was captured on CCTV.
600-Crore Srirangam Temple Trust Land Dispute: Madras High Court Stops Document Registration
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has restrained the registration of any document relating to 21 acres and 6 cents of land belonging to a religious trust associated with temples in Srirangam, until further orders, as reported in Dinamalar. The order was passed on a public interest litigation petition filed by Nedungulam Subramanian [] The post 600-Crore Srirangam Temple Trust Land Dispute: Madras High Court Stops Document Registration appeared first on The Commune .
Reclassify Madurai Kamaraj University College as a government college
Nepal flash floods: Tamil Nadu government arranges free DNA tests for relatives of those missing
The DNA tests will be conducted at the forensic science laboratories in the Chennai, Madurai and Thanjavur regions.
Making a suo motu statement in the Assembly, the Chief Minister said the 40-year-old underground sewage lines in Madurai would be repaired in the first phase at a cost of 1,400 crore
Madurai RTO office comes under DVAC scanner
Th sleuths seize unaccounted cash to the tune of
Madras HC orders special team to probe alleged corruption at Madurai central prison
Chennai, Sep 2 (IANS) The Madras High Court on Wednesday directed the Tamil Nadu government to constitute a special investigation team led by a senior IPS officer to expedite the probe into alleged large-scale corruption at Madurai Central Prison and file a final report before the competent criminal court within four months. A Division Bench []
Man stabbed to death during altercation in Madurai; couple arrested
Green corridor transports donated heart from Madurai to Perambalur in less than 2 hours
Green corridor transports donated heart from Madurai to Perambalur in less than 2 hours
Two police suspended after murder accused escapes in Madurai
Green Corridor Speeds Donated Heart From Madurai to Perambalur in Under 2 Hours
The heart was donated by a 23-year-old youth who was declared brain dead while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Madurai
Madurai Corporation launches collection of segregated waste in four types from houses
Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan defers his verdict in the case over Mr. Annamalais 2023 claim that Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar, in 1956, warned of performing blood abhishekam for Madurai Meenakshi Amman if atheists continued to insult theists
Four children fatally knocked down by van near Vadamadurai in Dinidgul district
The children, including two sisters, were playing on the road side when the incident occurred. TheVadamaduraipolice nabbed the driver and seized the vehicle
TN: Dalit teen dies by suicide after being humiliated at school
Madurai: A government school headmistress (HM) in Usilampatti in this district has been booked for abetment after a Dalit girl seeking admission in the institution died by suicide due to alleged humiliation at the hands of the accused. The HM also allegedly made a casteist slur at the deceased. The 16-year-old girls relatives have been 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 .
BJP condemns TVK MLAs comments on Amaran movie; urges CM Vijay to reprimand him
Recently, Mr. Mustafa, while speaking to journalists in Madurai had stated that Muslims were portrayed in bad light in the 2024 blockbuster Tamil film Amaran
TVK MLA expresses regret over remarks on Jallikattu arena
TVK MLA expresses regret over remarks on Jallikattu arena Madurai: TVK MLA Karuppaiah, representing the Sholavandan constituency in Tamil Nadus Madurai district, has clarified that he never intended to denigrate jallikattu and expressed regret if his recent remarks hurt the sentiments of young people and supporters of the traditional sport. In a statement, Karuppaiah described [] The post TVK MLA expresses regret over remarks on Jallikattu arena appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
P. Chidambaram Criticizes Vande Mataram Controversy as Unnecessary and Politically Motivated
Madurai, August 29: Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister P. Chidambaram criticized the ongoing debate surrounding Vande Mataram and the related legislation during a program on Saturday. He described the controversy as unnecessary and politically motivated. Speaking at an event held during the monsoon session of Parliament, Chidambaram stated that the central government has ... Read more P. Chidambaram Criticizes Vande Mataram Controversy as Unnecessary and Politically Motivated
Anti-drug walkathon held in Madurai
Anti-drug walkathon held in Madurai
Velankanni shrine festival begins in Madurai
Tamil Nadu Minister Nirmal Kumar participates in Say No Drugs walkathon in Madurai
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TMB Foundation sponsors eight smart class units at Madurai school
Historic City of Madurai Is Getting Makeover by Corporation
The Corporations engineering, town planning, city health and education departments are planting and maintaining tree saplings at locations identified through surveys
Amid Nepal Tragedy, Plea Seeks Verified Status, Rescue Of Tamil Nadu Pilgrims
A Public Interest Litigation before the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has sought urgent directions to the Centre and the Tamil Nadu government to establish the whereabouts of every pilgrim and ensure their rescue and safe return.
Fly to any tourist, pilgrimage centre across India from Madurai
VIL Aviation has launched its helicopter service in Madurai
Sivaganga youth Akash Delisons death: CB-CID names six police officers as accused
Delison, from Krishnarajapuramnear Manamadurai in Sivaganga district, was arrested onMarch 5, 2026in connection with a case in whichtwo people were hacked during a dispute in Manamadurai
How permission was granted to sell eatables inside Vandiyur park, HC asks Madurai Corporation
Earlier, the court had directed the Corporation to forthwith close down commercial activities entrusted to private persons in rooms or buildings constructed on the banks of the Vandiyur lake
Malayali community in Madurai celebrates Onam with traditional fervour
On the occasion of Onam, Malayalis in the Kalai Nagar area of Madurai create Athapookalam using 50 kg of colourful flowers
Transpreneur 2026 summit connects transgender entrepreneurs in Madurai
The meeting aims to bring together nearly 50 transgender entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs from across Tamil Nadu on a common platform to share their entrepreneurial journeys, dreams, challenges, business experiences and future plans, says TRC managing Trustee
The Madurai Bench takes note of the CB-CIDs status report on the progress of the investigation and allows the agency to proceed further. FormerPalaniMLAK.S.N.VenugopaluSenapathiof the AIADMK, chairperson ofPalaniMunicipality R.UmaMaheshwariPradeep, andAnnapoorani Sivakumar were the petitioners
The Corporation, following a request letter from the Madurai District Collector, agreed to hand over 86 cents of land to Government Rajaji Hospital for establishing the cancer centre
Onion prices up 59%, govt ramps up 'Kanda Express' supplies to cool market
The Centre has started moving bulk onion stocks through dedicated railway rakes the 'Kanda Express' from Nashik in Maharashtra to major consuming centres, as part of efforts to augment supplies and check the seasonal rise in prices, a Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare said on Monday. Stocks currently being loaded onto these rakes are expected to reach the identified centres by Wednesday, she said. PRICES UP SHARPLY ------------------------- Data maintained by the ministry shows the all-India average retail price of onion rose 59 per cent year-on-year to Rs 43.53/kg on August 24, from Rs 27.37/kg a year ago. The average wholesale price was up 68 per cent at Rs 35.58/kg, against Rs 21.23/kg in the year-ago period. Among major cities, retail onion prices on Monday stood at Rs 60/kg in Chennai (Rs 33 a year ago), Rs 55/kg in Delhi (Rs 35) and Rs 53/kg in Kolkata. Initially, the onion will be supplied to five major consumption centres, namely Chennai, Madurai, Delhi, Ernakulam
Repair works on Cauvery bridge on in full swing
Given the huge volume of traffic on the Chennai-Tiruchi-Madurai National Highway, the works are being taken up on two shifts to be completed well ahead of the festival season
Father-son duo held for hacking youth to death near Manamadurai over marriage dispute
