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Man arrested for murdering his mother in Otteri

He had allegedly assaulted her with a log at their residence on May 14. The victim died of her injuries on May 20

21 May 2026 9:10 pm
Man arrested for sexually assaulting mentally ill woman at Marina beach

The victim had become acquainted with the accused through social media

21 May 2026 8:46 pm
T.N.s maternal healthcare indicators have improved in post-COVID-19 period, finds IIT-M study

The researchers say these improvements follow sustained investments in ambulance services, referral systems, and maternal healthcare programmes during and after the pandemic

21 May 2026 8:15 pm
IJCCI invites medical equipment firms to work with Japanese SMEs

The last day to apply for the CEO Business Matching event, which will be held in November, is June 2, 2026

21 May 2026 8:01 pm
Man held for using fake social media accounts to harass woman

The arrested is a native of Karur district who had been living in Telangana

21 May 2026 6:26 pm
A. Amalraj is Chennais new Police Commissioner

Dr. Amalraj, one of the seniormost ADGPs in the State, belongs to the 1996-batch of the Indian Police Service (IPS) and earlier served as Commissioner of Police, Tambaram, in two different tenures

21 May 2026 6:04 pm
How Chennais skateboarding community comes together one ollie at a time

Grab your things. We are going skateboarding in Thiruvanmiyur on Sunday to participate in the GOTY (Greatest Trick Of The Year) Jam

21 May 2026 12:37 pm
From Chola bronzes to vintage Cadillacs: Six Chennai museums worth revisiting

From a colonial fortress to a highway of vintage Cadillacs, the citys museums hold stories that no textbook has ever told quite right. With World Museum Day just behind us, heres a refresher on the exhibits and spaces across Chennai that are worth rediscovering.

21 May 2026 12:31 pm
T.N. Cabinet expansion LIVE: Congress set to join Tamil Nadus first coalition government

TVK top leader and Minister for Public Works and Sports Development, Aadhav Arjuna on Wednesday, May 20, urged the Congress, VCK and IUML to join the government and said it was the wish of Chief Minister Vijay.

21 May 2026 9:37 am
Boosting climate action in Tamil Nadu

The new government should prioritise and accelerate climate action in the State

21 May 2026 1:29 am
Southern Railway saves big with solar plants at stations

At Chennai Central, more than half of the energy need was metthrough solar power; 59, 500 units generated per month, says a railway official

21 May 2026 12:44 am
Smart baggage trolleys to be introduced at Chennai airport in October

The trolleys, fitted with tab-like screens will guide passengersin finding their way in the security hold area. A total of 100 trolleys have been ordered, of which 30 will be rolled out in October

21 May 2026 12:43 am
One more safety inspection held on Metro Rails Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch

Sources said that in the safety inspection held, the trains were operated from Poonamallee to Porur and from Porur to Vadapalani to test the signalling system and the working of integration between various systems such as platform screen doors and the train doors

21 May 2026 12:42 am
Nothing wrong if VCK decides to join the government, says CPI (M) leader P. Shanmugam

The State secretary of CPI (M) made it clear that the Left parties would reconsider their decision to support the TVK government if it chose to include AIADMK legislators in the Cabinet

20 May 2026 8:13 pm
Chennais Big Fat T20 Quiz returns ahead of IPL 2026 final

The Quiz Foundation of India is hosting the second edition of its premier cricket quiz, with a deep dive into global T20 leagues. Are you ready to knock em out of the park?

20 May 2026 4:58 pm
Flood mitigation measures will be a priority: Chennais new Corporation Commissioner Sameeran

He says the civic body will focus on increasing own-source revenue to tackle deficit, which has risen to 1,602 crore in 2026-27. He announces that a preliminary review of all internal departments will be held today. Strict action will be taken against those encroaching on government lands, he adds

20 May 2026 4:07 pm
T.N. Class 10 results: Chennai Corporation schools record 89% pass percentage

According to data from the Chennai Corporations Education Department, 6,271 of the 7,081 students who appeared for the examination cleared it

20 May 2026 3:50 pm
Nearly 200 samples from joyride horses in Chennai sent to Haryana to test for glanders

This follows a joyride horses death due to the highly contagious bacterial disease in the city. Samples from handlers have also been sent to the facility for analysis

20 May 2026 1:28 pm
Chennai blood cancer patient undergoes stem cell transplant with cells from Poland

As no suitable donor was available within the family, the hospital collaborated with DKMS Foundation, a global non-profit that connects blood cancer patients with unrelated stem cell donors. A compatible donor was identified in Poland, and the stem cells were transported under specialised conditions

20 May 2026 1:02 pm
Class 10 Board exam results: Tamil Nadu records 94.3% pass rate

While Pudukottai topped the State, with a pass percentage of 97.57%, Sivaganga came second, with 97.54%, followed by Thanjavur, at 97.41%

20 May 2026 11:39 am
Tambaram residents miffed with silent water charges hike and deposit burden

Tambaram residents challenge new water tariff as well as deposits and decry the lack of a consultation prior to the revision of the charges

20 May 2026 8:36 am
Boy killed, another injured as tractor falls into well

The police said the tractor was parked near the house when the two children climbed into the vehicle and began playing

20 May 2026 12:48 am
Flood mitigation measures will be a priority, says new GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran

He says the civic body will focus on increasing own-source revenue to tackle deficit, which has risen to 1,602 crore in 2026-27. He announces that a preliminary review of all internal departments will be held today. Strict action will be taken against those encroaching on government lands, he adds

20 May 2026 12:25 am
OCI status of foreigners who voted in Tamil Nadu Assembly election comes under scrutiny

The number of foreigners of Indian origin who voted in a fraudulent manner has increased to 30. Their declaration while applying for theOCIcard that they had surrendered their voter identity cards or deleted their names from the electoral rolls will be treated as a false declaration and action will taken under law, sources say

19 May 2026 10:12 pm
Stones pelted at moving train near Tiruvallur, boy injured

The GRP registered a case and launched an investigation to identify those involved

19 May 2026 9:09 pm
AIADMK district secretaries, senior functionaries rally behind Palaniswami

In a press release, theAIADMKattributed to the victory of 53 candidates put up by the party and its allies in the recent election to Mr.PalaniswamisState-wide campaign. However, it did not mention the number of district secretaries who attended the meeting, as against the total of 82

19 May 2026 8:57 pm
CMRL completes tunnel between Madhavaram High Road and Moolakadai after long delay

One of the reasons for this is the delay in building the shaft, a structure essential for the tunnel to launch and breakthrough, at the Moolakadai Metro Station

19 May 2026 8:54 pm
Seven persons arrested for murder of two gaana singers in Chengalpattu district

Investigations revealed that one of the victims was an associate of the prime accused, and had threatened and assaulted some of the latters friends

19 May 2026 8:38 pm
19 May 2026 5:44 pm
Restaurant owner arrested in Madurai for trafficking Indian nationals to cyber scam compounds in Cambodia

The accused, identified as Madhan Vadivel, received commissions for each recruitment. He even ran restaurants inside the compounds in Cambodia and supplied Indian food to the victims

19 May 2026 4:17 pm
Indian Railways approves 993 crore Arakkonam-Chengalpattu doubling project

Arakkonam-Chengalpattu doubling project to ease congestion, strengthen passenger movement and boost transportation of cement, automobiles and foodgrains, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

19 May 2026 11:34 am
CM Vijay orders serving of quality food at Amma Unavagam across the State

This follows complaints that poor quality food was being served. Money for renovation and provisions will be released from the general funds of municipal corporations and municipalities

19 May 2026 12:39 am
Southern Railway eases speed restrictions after completing track rectification works

The Chennai Division identified sharp curves and undertook rail straightening worksinBeach-Egmore, Egmore-Villupuram, Central-Arakkonam and Central-Gudur sections. This is part of efforts to improve line capacity and enhance operational flexibility of both suburban and long-distance trains

18 May 2026 11:57 pm
AAI begins construction of 10 rapid exit taxiways at Chennai airport

The project was planned in anticipation of the rise air and passenger traffic that is expected after the T3 International terminal is opened. The work will be completed in a year at an estimated cost of 230 crore

18 May 2026 7:56 pm
Residents urge CM to shelve waste-to-energy proposal

Citing persistent civic issues, Perambur residents want the proposed plant to be shelved; they also demand the closure of the dumpyard and utilisation of its 352 acres for eco-restoration projects

18 May 2026 12:36 am