SENSEX
NIFTY
GOLD
USD/INR

Weather

image 29    C

The Hindu

Chennai / The Hindu

Free transport for senior citizens on polling day in Chennai

One can contact the district helpline 1950 or the control room at 1800-425-7012

20 Apr 2026 4:04 am
Sholinganallur candidates promise piped water supply, infrastructure development

Sitting MLA of the DMK Aravind Ramesh, AIADMK candidate K.P. Kandan, NTKs Jayalakshmi Raman, and TVKs P. Saravanamoorthy promise that all the needs of the constituency will be met

20 Apr 2026 12:48 am
New dementia care centre opened in Chennai

The centre will offer day-care services, cognitive engagement programmes and caregiver support, marking TDCFs third such facility in Chennai

20 Apr 2026 12:10 am
Tamil Nadu election 2026: Development, welfare, civic problems shape poll mood in Thiru. Vi. Ka. Nagar constituency

Residents say their struggle for basic amenities in some areas still persist; night food stalls and commercial activity have encroached road space and worsened traffic congestion; those living in railway lands in Rajiv Gandhi Nagar and Mangalapuram are also seeking alternate housing

19 Apr 2026 11:53 pm
Experts highlight need for multidisciplinary learning

Webinar on the Future of Multidisciplinary Learning organised by the SRM Institute of Science and Technology and The Hindu

19 Apr 2026 9:08 pm
Tamil Nadu election 2026: Uthiramerur constituency plagued by unfair trade practices at DPCs

Farmers call for steps to build a permanent warehouse, implement schemes to boost groundwater level, and link Palar-Thenpennai rivers

19 Apr 2026 8:26 pm
DMK announces super six election promises for Chennai

Completing Metro Rail network extension works by 2028, 1,000 mini-buses and a world-class centre for AI among other promises announced by DMK ahead of Assembly election

19 Apr 2026 7:01 pm
One arrested for hurling a glass bottle at the convoy of TVK candidate in Saidapet

Sampath, a car mechanic, hurled an empty liquor bottle at TVK members when the partys Saidapet candidate Arul Prakasam was canvassing votes in the locality

19 Apr 2026 4:07 pm
Tamil Nadu election 2026: Virugambakkam, a fast-developing constituency reels under multiple civic issues

Hailing from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, the residents ofVirugambakkamconstituency demand thatpattasbe issued to people living on governmentporambokeland in a few areas; they also demand that a public library be built

19 Apr 2026 3:05 pm
After TVKs nomination rejection in Edappadi, Vijay backs independent candidate

TVK chief urged people to vote for Mr. Premkumar under the Television symbol; Mr. Vijay announced his support for an independent candidate after his partys candidates nomination was rejected.

19 Apr 2026 11:19 am
Aribboncalled OMR; and what voters in Tiruporur constituency want

Old Mahabalipuram Road displays signs of ribbon development, and nowhere as prominently as in localities such as Thalambur and Siruseri in Tiruporur Assembly Constituency

19 Apr 2026 8:16 am
This is the month for assessing candidates;meet three heavyweights

Here are three candidates for Autism Acceptance Month. In fact, everyone on the spectrum is qualified to represent the month. But sadly, this twisted world sits up and takes notice only when extraordinary achievements are on the horizon; and Rupak Rajendra Munje, Ashwath Radha Mohan and M. Ramanathan are doing things that are anything but ordinary

19 Apr 2026 6:51 am
Tamil Nadu election 2026: Long-pending demand of Chengalpattu constituency residents for better infrastructure remain unfulfilled

With a sizeable farming community, residents of Chengalpattu constituency call for water management projects; they demand that the authorities clean Kolavai Lake and complete a sewer line work; since the district has no minister, residents are unable to take up local issues with those in power

19 Apr 2026 1:51 am
Will tackle drug abuse, ensure pattas for long-time residents, says Porkodi Armstrong

AIADMKs Thiru.Vi.Ka Nagar candidate says she allied with the party to seek justice for the murder of her husband, BSP leader Armstrong

19 Apr 2026 1:04 am
Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 | Pattas, startups and safety top priority in Saidapet, says TVKs Arul Prakasam

There is recognition and affection for Thalapathy [C. Joseph Vijay] and people are clearly looking for a change, and so, a 100% victory is certain, he said.

19 Apr 2026 12:57 am
Tamil Nadu election 2026: Sriperumbudur constituency voters say infrastructure progress does not match industrialisation pace

This industrial hub stands as one of the key drivers of Tamil Nadus economic engine. But, from traffic congestion, inadequate public transport, deficiencies in access to basic amenities, and pollution, the gaps in infrastructure are far too many.

19 Apr 2026 12:54 am
Tamil Nadu election 2026: Despite development measures, gaps in basic civic infra unresolved in Alandur constituency

Alandurlacks basic amenities such as piped drinking water supply and underground drainagein some areas; sources in theDMKcontend that the government has improved civic infrastructure

18 Apr 2026 10:07 pm
Anbumani flays Stalin over Constitution Amendment Bill

He alleges the failure to pass the bill had deprived women of a historic opportunity

18 Apr 2026 7:49 pm
Security guard found murdered inside defunct school premises near Ponneri

On the day of the incident, locals grew suspicious when the watchman, who usually steps out regularly, did not emerge for a long time

18 Apr 2026 6:59 pm
Newborn found abandoned in public toilet near Kancheepuram GH

The infant was rescued and admitted to the Kancheepuram GH, where doctors said she was in stable condition

18 Apr 2026 6:48 pm
Hotel fined 3 lakh for failing to report foreign guests

As per rules, hotels, hospitals, educational institutions, and private accommodation providers must register and report details of foreign nationals to the FRRO at Shastri Bhawan

18 Apr 2026 6:43 pm
Residents flag civic neglect acrossPallavarambelt

At a pre-election public forum, citizens of Chromepet, Pallavaram and Pammal call out laxity in management of waterbodies, recurrent sewage-related issues and the lack of a robust civic infrastructure

18 Apr 2026 4:38 pm
T.N. Assembly election: AIADMK is just a mask for BJP, says Rahul Gandhi at Ponneri

There is no real AIADMK ... So when you see the AIADMK, its flag, its leaders, remember that they are controlled by Narendra Modi [Prime Minister] and Amit Shah [Union Home Minister] and are being used to attack Tamil history, culture, and language, Mr. Gandhi said

18 Apr 2026 2:33 pm
Watch reels with headphones on Chennai Metro Rail trains or cough up a fine

This move comes after an article in The Hindu, dated March 21 and titled, The growing nuisance of reels on loudspeakers in Chennai Metro trains

18 Apr 2026 12:36 pm
Home voting underway in Chennai

Kolathur has the highest number of persons with disabilities who have availed themselves of the home voting facility in Chennai. Royapuram has the lowest, with just 14 home voters.

18 Apr 2026 10:56 am
DMK must return to power as they consistently deliver on promises, says Kamal

Opposition to Delimitation Bill in Parliament is a fight against forces that tried to stifle the State, says the MNM leader; he says DMK govt. is truthful and honest, and did not play with peoples lives

18 Apr 2026 9:57 am
Higher education budget up by 60% in 5 years, yet T.N. govt. universities continue to struggle for funds

A State government committee noted in its October 2025 report that the existing model of disbursement of grants has not resulted in excellence in academics or better financial discipline

18 Apr 2026 12:26 am
Interior districts of T.N. to sizzle till April 21; humidity to increase heat stress in coastal districts

Weather enthusiasts and experts emphasise the need to incorporate the real feel temperature in forecasts to better indicate heat stress impact.

18 Apr 2026 12:15 am