When EVR Broke Ganesha Idols, One Hindu Took The Fight To Supreme Court
On 27 May 1953, a public act in Tiruchirappalli placed religion, political protest and criminal law on a collision course. At a meeting held at the Town Hall Maidan, E.V. Ramaswami Naicker, widely known as Periyar or EVR, publicly broke a clay idol of Lord Ganesha. The act was presented by its organisers as a [] The post When EVR Broke Ganesha Idols, One Hindu Took The Fight To Supreme Court appeared first on The Commune .
Over 100 students rally for suicide prevention in Tiruchirappalli
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PepsiCo is bullish on India, targets top-10 global market status
Global food and beverage major PepsiCo expects India to break into its list of top 10 global markets in the coming years, as the country continues to draw investment for its expanding manufacturing footprint and rising consumption potential, its India & South Asia CEO Jagrut Kotecha said on Thursday. Calling India one of its most promising markets globally, he said the company remains very bullish on the country's growth potential, backed by an investment of around Rs 5,700 crore by 2030 to scale up capacity and strengthen its regional footprint. PepsiCo, which is investing to enhance capacity and scale up its supply chain network, inaugurated its fifth manufacturing plant in Nalbari, Assam, on Thursday, with an investment of Rs 778 crore. The company, which earlier this year opened a concentrate facility at Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh, is also setting up a plant at Tiruchirappalli in Tamil Nadu to widen its presence in south India. Replying to a PTI query on whether India will ...
RDPR Tiruchirappalli Jeep Driver Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline
Rural Development and Panchayat Unit Tiruchirappalli has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Jeep Driver vacancy. Eligible candidates who have passed 8th Standard and possess a valid driving license with at least 5 years of driving experience can apply offline. The last date to submit the application is 09-10-2026.
Malaysia Airlines flight diverted to Chennai after engine issue, lands safely with 186 onboard
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 7 (IANS) Emergency response teams at Chennai airport were activated on Monday after a Malaysia Airlines flight operating from Kuala Lumpur to Jeddah was diverted to the city following a technical issue involving one of its engines. The Boeing aircraft, operating as Malaysia Airlines flight MH156, was carrying 186 people when it made a safe landing at Chennai airport, according to an airport official. A full emergency was declared at the airport following the reported technical problem involving Engine No. 2 of the aircraft. The aircraft was safely brought to the ground, following which the airline's technical teams and other relevant personnel began assessing the aircraft to determine the nature and extent of the problem. Further assessment of the aircraft and the technical issue is being carried out by the airline and relevant technical teams, the airport spokesperson said. Despite the emergency response, normal airport operations continued without disruption, the official added. The airline's technical personnel are expected to complete their assessment before a decision is taken on the aircraft's onward journey. Meanwhile, an Air India Express flight operating from Tiruchirappalli to Singapore was diverted to Chennai International Airport following a technical issue. In view of the situation, a local standby was declared at Chennai airport, with all necessary emergency response arrangements put in place to facilitate the aircrafts safe arrival. The aircraft landed safely and vacated the runway under its own power. No untoward incident was reported. Following the declaration of the local standby, airport operational and emergency response agencies were placed on alert and kept ready to respond if required. The airlines engineering and technical teams are assessing the reported issue. All operations are normal, an airport official said.
Watch: 15 injured as government bus overturns on Thanjavur National Highway
Fifteen people were injured after a government bus travelling from Velankanni to Tiruchirappalli overturned near Ammapet Road on the Thanjavur National Highway.
200-Year-Old Temple Hosts Special Krishna Abhishekam
Tiruchirappalli witnessed special Abhishekams at the 200-year-old Sri Venugopala Krishna Temple on the auspicious occasion of Krishna Janmashtami.
Tamil Nadu DVAC unearths over 1.21 crore unaccounted money in August
The agency also reported convictions in three corruption cases during the period before the Special Courts for Prevention of Corruption Act cases and Principal District and Sessions Courts in Tirunelveli, Tiruchirappalli, and Perambalur.
NRCB Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 20 Graduate
ICAR National Research Centre for Banana (NRCB), Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu has invited online applications from eligible Graduate/Diploma holders in Science, Agriculture and Engineering disciplines for 20 Apprentice posts 18 Graduate Apprentice and 2 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice. Applications can be submitted via the NATS Portal from 27 August 2026 to 17 September 2026.
VCK Questions Tamil Nadu Governments Omission of Periyar and Ambedkar from Policy Note
Tiruchirappalli, August 30: Thol Thirumavalavan, the president of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and a Member of Parliament, raised concerns on Sunday regarding the Tamil Nadu governments policy note on the welfare of backward classes. He questioned the absence of references to B.R. Ambedkar and E.V. Ramasamy, also known as Periyar, suggesting there might be ... Read more VCK Questions Tamil Nadu Governments Omission of Periyar and Ambedkar from Policy Note
Decks Being Cleared for Dry Port Project at Tiruchirappalli
Tiruchirappalli MP Durai Vaiko informed the Union government that the state government is interested in implementing this project which will give jobs to more than 12,500 persons and indirect employment to lakhs
Tourists provoke wild tusker in Idukki
The three youths, residents of Tiruchirappalli in Tamil Nadu, were attempting to take photographs of a wild tusker
Vijay Seeks Vacating Stay on Conducting Bypolls to 5 Assembly Segments
The constituencies included Tiruchirappalli (East) Assembly segment, one of the two seats from where Vijay won in the April 2026 elections and resigned later
Avani Avittam marked in Tiruchirappalli with sacred thread rituals
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Tirupati Airport Privatisation Planned Under 50-Year PPP Plan
Tirupati airport is proposed for private management under a 50-year PPP plan, with the facility to be bundled with Tiruchirappalli airport.
NIT Tiruchirappalli Project Associate II Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Project Associate II post. Eligible candidates can apply online up to 29 August 2026. The detailed notification and online application details are available on the official website, nitt.edu.
NIT Trichy Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 24 Posts
National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 24 Apprentice Trainee posts. The online application process will be conducted from 19 August 2026 to 02 September 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, nitt.edu.
Tiruchirappalli artisans create eco-friendly Ganesha idols ahead of Vinayaka Chaturthi
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NIT Trichy Research Associate Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy) has officially released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Research Associate post. The application process will be conducted until 27-08-2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, nitt.edu.
80th Independence Day celebrated with ceremony in Tiruchirappalli
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Watch: Tiruchirappalli: TN farmers bury themselves in Cauvery sand, seek water release
Tiruchi residents among those killed in Vietnam boat accident
N. Balaji, Sheikh Abdullah Abdul Majeed, and S. Alagurajan, were residents of Tiruchirappalli who were killed in the Vietnam boat accident
Tamil Nadu: Major fire breaks out at plastic warehouse in Tiruchirappalli's Ganapathy Nagar
Madurai Hosts 6th Leg of Kauvery Hospital-TNSTC Veterans Tennis Tournament 2026
Around 125 players from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan participated in the tournament. A total prize money of Rs. 2 lakh was distributed among the winners, runners-up, and semi-finalists across all categories. The VIth Leg of the Kauvery Hospital-Tamil Nadu Senior Tennis Club (TNSTC) Veterans Tennis Tournament 2026 was held at the Madurai Union Club from June 26 to 28, featuring Singles and Doubles events across seven age categories (40+, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+, and 75+). Tennis Tournament Around 125 players from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan participated in the tournament, reflecting its growing popularity among veteran tennis players across the country. A total prize money of Rs. 2 lakh was distributed among the winners, runners-up, and semi-finalists across all categories. Trophies and Prize money were distributed by Mr. Jayaraman, Chairman, and Mr. N. Narayanasamy, Secretary, TNSTC. The tournament featured several accomplished veteran players who have represented India at the World Veterans Tennis Championships. They included Sanjay Kumar (Kerala) in the 60+ category, Suresh Murthati (Telangana) and Tulasiram (Karnataka) in the 70+ category, and Venkatachalam Swaminathan (Tamil Nadu) in the 75+ category. Sanjay Kumar and Venkatachalam Swaminathan have both captained the Indian team at the World Veterans Tennis Championships. One of the highlights of the tournament was the participation of two octogenarian players, Mr. R. Nagarajan and Mr. Shivamony Moorthy. In the singles events, Srikanth (40+), Ramesh S (50+), Srinivas Reddy (55+), Senthil Kumar (60+), V. Shankar (65+), Tulasiram (70+), and Venkatachalam Swaminathan (75+) emerged as champions in their respective categories. In the doubles events, Sathish Babu and M. Ramu (40+), Ramesh S and Sathish Babu (50+), Dinesh Thampi and Srinivas Reddy (55+), Sivakumar and Senthil Kumar (60+), Alapati Suresh and V. Shankar (65+), Tulasiram and Suresh Murthati (70+), and Venkatachalam Swaminathan and Veeramani K (75+) were the winners in their respective categories. TNSTC, one of the most active veteran tennis organisations in South India, has a membership of around 550 veteran players. The club conducts four non-ranking tournaments annually at Madurai, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli, and Chennai, providing veteran tennis enthusiasts with regular opportunities for competitive play and camaraderie. Kauvery Hospital played a key role in ensuring the health and safety of all participants. A dedicated medical team, supported by a fully equipped ambulance, remained on standby throughout the tournament to provide immediate medical assistance and first-aid support. The next leg of the Tamil Nadu Senior Tennis Club Veterans Tennis Tournament will be hosted in Tiruchirappalli during September 2026.
Tamil Nadu sends 50 Bangladeshi nationals to Bengal for deportation
Police said the group consists of 44 men and six women who had been lodged at the special detention camp inside the Attur taluk office complex in Salem district. After deportation orders were issued, they were taken from the camp to Tiruchirappalli by road in three police vans on July 3 under tight security arrangements.
Karur Assembly Seat Declared Vacant, TN Set for Bypolls in 7 Constituencies
Six vacancies were created by the resignations of AIADMK MLAs and Tiruchirappalli East constituency vacated by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay following his victory in two seats
ED Conducts Major Raids in Tamil Nadu Polytechnic Lecturer Recruitment Scam
Chennai, June 23: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched significant operations across Tamil Nadu, raiding 18 locations on Tuesday as part of its investigation into a money laundering case linked to the alleged Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) Polytechnic lecturer recruitment scam. Raids were conducted in Chennai, Tiruchirappalli, Coimbatore, and Madurai. The agency has received allegations ... Read more ED Conducts Major Raids in Tamil Nadu Polytechnic Lecturer Recruitment Scam
Tamil Nadus Thanjavur Airport Project Receives 100 Crore DPR Approval
Tiruchirappalli, June 14: The Tamil Nadu government, in collaboration with the Airports Authority of India, has submitted a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the upcoming domestic airport in Thanjavur to the central Ministry of Civil Aviation. The project has received an approval of 100 crore for administrative sanction and fund allocation. Director of Tiruchirappalli International ... Read more Tamil Nadus Thanjavur Airport Project Receives 100 Crore DPR Approval
WATCH: TVK chief Vijay mega convoy seen in Tiruchirappalli ahead of massive roadshow rally
TN CM Vijay Goes Heavy Against Dravidian Parties in Trichy Address
It is TVK against DMK, all others parties and their efforts cannot match-up with the game between us, TN CM said at his public address in Tiruchirappalli
TN CM Vijay to visit Tiruchirappalli to thank voters
Tiruchirappalli: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will visit Tiruchirappalli to address a public meeting to thank the voters during his maiden visit on Monday, June 1. He is scheduled to visit the city in the evening and ahead of his trip, the police have enforced traffic diversions. Since Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam came 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 .
Chief Minister Vijay to Thank Voters During Tiruchirappalli Visit
Chennai, June 1: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and leader of the Tamilga Vetrikazhagam (TVK), Vijay, will visit Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) this evening. The visit aims to express gratitude to the voters of the Tiruchirappalli East assembly constituency. Following a significant victory for TVK in Tamil Nadu, Vijay took the oath of office on May 10. He ... Read more Chief Minister Vijay to Thank Voters During Tiruchirappalli Visit
TN CM Vijay To Visit Tiruchirappalli on June 1, Address Public
He is expected to take part in a 'thanksgiving meeting' at St Joseph's College in Trichy
JEE Advanced 2026 Result: Didn't Get An IIT? Top Institutes To Explore
Apart from IITs, central government institutes like IISc and NIT Tiruchirappalli offer strong academic and research opportunities in engineering.
Watch: Nursing student dies during surgery in Tiruchirappalli, fellow students hold protest
