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Tamil Nadu lays out Vision 2031 with focus on green energy and charging infrastructure

Expanding the electric vehicle charging infrastructure, enhancing rooftop solar support, and reducing aggregate technical and commercial losses to 10% are the key goals of the project

21 Aug 2026 10:37 pm
Aadhav Arjuna clarifies the Tamil Nadu governments stand on delimitation

We demand a measure similar to the special lawAtal Bihari Vajpayee brought in to freeze the number of seats in Parliament for 25 years, says the Public Works Minister

21 Aug 2026 9:17 pm
Politicians, celebrities recall contributions of Sowcar Janaki, pay tributes

Through her unique performances, she had carved an indelible place in the hearts of audiences across generations, says CM Vijay

21 Aug 2026 7:09 pm
Art deco in Chennai: A guide to heritage structures Kasturi Buildings

From Kasturi Buildings to Dare House, Chennai holds a living stretch of Art Deco heritage. Born in 1925, the style, over time, has acquired a distinctly Tamil character, and continues to shape how the city tells its stories

21 Aug 2026 4:00 pm
Four-member expert panel formed over mass fish kill in Kosasthalaiyar river, T.N. Environment Minister informs Assembly

PMK MLA A. Ganesh Kumar alleged that several industries had been functioning and discharging their effluents into the Kosasthalaiyar river, leading to its pollution.

21 Aug 2026 3:43 pm
Groundwater extraction NOC for commercial users to go digital by end of September

By going online, the WRD aims to streamline the monitoring mechanism and clearance process; groundwater in nearly 386 firkas/blocks in Tamil Nadu were identified as over-exploited as of 2025

21 Aug 2026 12:52 am
Boys constitute 59% of out-of-school childrenin Chennai Corporation

Commissioner G.S. Sameeran says 4,308 boys and 2,994 girls have been identified as out of school, and that the GCC will compile community-wise details for better intervention in each community

21 Aug 2026 12:48 am
Multicultural spirit is Chennais greatest strength: GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran

We [at GCC] are strengthening its blue-green infrastructure, creating more public spaces, and making the city greener, with a target of planting 12 lakh saplings this year

21 Aug 2026 12:44 am
T.N. government sets up State Cyber Crime Coordination Centre

It designates the Cyber Crime Wing Headquartersas TN-S4C for effective co-ordination between the Central and State law enforcement agencies

21 Aug 2026 12:42 am
Southern Zonal Council meet: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay seeks fair, equitable treatment of southern States from Centre

At the 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council held at Mamallapuram and presided over by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Mr. Vijay said the southern States have consistently been among the principal drivers of the nations economic growth

20 Aug 2026 3:28 pm
Popular film shooting spots to be developed in T.N.: Tourism Minister

The project aimsto provide facilities such as experiencecentres, signages, parking spots, and refreshment areas

19 Aug 2026 11:46 pm
Chennai Ports Outer Harbour Project to be implemented at 17,700 crore

The projects proposal will shortly be sent to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways for approval. Two firms have already evinced interest in this project. The projects first phase, which will allow the port to handle ships with 18 metres of draft, will be ready in five years

19 Aug 2026 11:41 pm
Meet the young changemakers transforming North Chennai through sports, education and environmental action

A look at three movements that have brought about tremendous change over the past few years in North Chennai

19 Aug 2026 10:42 pm
Southern Zonal Council to meet near Mamallapuram on August 20

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair meet, with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay as vice chair; Council, which includes all southern States, UTs, is a statutory body whose recommendations are advisory in nature

19 Aug 2026 8:52 pm
TVK governments first 100 days: New style of functioning aimed at driving progress in Tamil Nadu

Cabinet diversity, punctuality and anti-corruption measures mark its early tenure, even as concerns persist over fiscal prudence, transparency and dissent

19 Aug 2026 6:22 pm
Freedom markers of Chennais Mount Road

Much of the history of the freedom struggle in our city is centred on areas such as George Town, the Marina, Thiruvallikeni, and Mylapore, though Mount Road has several freedom markers

19 Aug 2026 12:30 pm
Associations welcome creation of new posts

On Monday, as a part of the announcements for the health department, Health Minister K.G. Arunraj said in the Assembly that 2,500 new nursing posts would be created in the first phase

19 Aug 2026 12:28 am
Aerohub Mall at Chennai airport might get more retail outlets only after six months

AAI officials say that they have floated bids to hire a consultantwho will provide expertise on how to draw more traffic, bring in more outlets, and improve passenger experience in the mall

19 Aug 2026 12:24 am
Motorists put to risk as 20% of bus route roads damaged in Chennai

GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran issued administrative sanctions to restore damaged stretches. A total of 20 crore has been sanctioned for immediate road repair works, with 1 crore-1.25 crore per zone

19 Aug 2026 12:12 am
CMs Road Safety Mission to be launched at 500 crore per annum

Tamil Nadu topped the list of States in road accidents in the country, says Sports Development Minister

19 Aug 2026 12:11 am