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TNPDCL CMD directs officials to re-inspect 3.70 lakh electricity bills in Chennai

The circular has also set a time frame for all the 3.70 lakh bills to be rechecked by August 7

1 Aug 2026 12:25 am
Prediabetes, obesity among adolescents in Chennai rose sharply over 17 years, study finds

A comparison of school surveys conducted in 2006 and 2023 found a several-fold increase in impaired fasting glucose alongside rising obesity and adverse lipid profiles among adolescents, showing worsening metabolic health and a higher future risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease

1 Aug 2026 12:12 am
Moneylender arrested for collecting 1.15 crore through usury and threats

The complainant alleged that between January 19, 2019, and August 13, 2025, Kalimuthu repeatedly threatened and assaulted him, forcing him to pay a total of 1,15,02,800

1 Aug 2026 12:11 am
July 2026 one of the warmest in State since 1991, show RMC data

This is the second warmest July, with unusually high daytime temperatures and persistently warmer nights. Madurai is the hottest weather station, with maximum temperatures rising above 40 degrees Celsius, as per a study of RMC observations

1 Aug 2026 12:02 am
Gen Z artists send out a message fromMadaSquare inThiruvanmiyur

On July 25, while the Gen Z cockroaches grabbed the headlines from Jantar Mantar in Delhi, a bunch of artists from the same generation in Chennai were using their artworks to stir peoples conscience. The curator of the exhibition, 18-year-old Samrutha SB on the why of it

31 Jul 2026 10:38 pm
CBI takes over investigation in Armstrong murder case

The agency stepped in after the Tamil Nadu government withdrew its Special Leave Petition in the Supreme Court; the BSP leader was hacked to death by a gang two years ago

31 Jul 2026 10:24 pm
High Court directs Chief Secretary to constitute high-level committee to undertake comprehensive review of the functioning of DVAC

The committee, to be headed by the Chief Secretary himself, will review how theDVAC functions, especially with reference to aspects such as leadership and institutional governance, strengthening of institutional capacity, investigation, and preventive vigilance, administrative reforms, and technology and public interface

31 Jul 2026 9:14 pm
From office frogging to job hugging, what is Gen Z up to at work?

Gen Z finds itself moving from one workplace to another rather quickly, without sticking with one job for an extended period when the work environment begins to feel uncomfortable or limiting

31 Jul 2026 6:18 pm
GST officials rounded up by traders in Chennais Sowcarpet

The traders reportedly protested the inspection, alleging that it was being conducted unlawfully. They insisted that senior GST officials, including the Commissioner, visit the location and clarify the reasons for the inspection.

31 Jul 2026 5:39 pm
Nayaab Chennai: A celebration of Indias handloom and textile heritage

A celebration of Indias living textile traditions, Nayaab arrives in Chennai with handwoven treasures, artisan-led demonstrations, and conversations that bridge heritage and contemporary design

31 Jul 2026 4:40 pm
Crafts Council of India brings Indias textile heritage to Chennai

From Bengals kantha to Rajasthans bandhani, the Crafts Council of India brings Indias textile traditions to Chennai on August 7 and 8

31 Jul 2026 4:35 pm
How to complete your self (face-based) biometric Aadhaar authentication (e-KYC)? | Explained

Linking your Aadhaar with the consumer number using biometric data finger prints or iris scan is called biometric Aadhaar authentication

31 Jul 2026 4:16 pm
Bhavana Iyer impressed with a carefully curated repertoire

Bhavana performed at Kedarams 11th year anniversary celebrations held at Ragasudha Hall, Luz, Mylapore.

31 Jul 2026 4:06 pm
Double murder in Anna Nagar: Two brothers arrested for killing mother, younger sibling over property dispute

The police found that the family had been embroiled in a long-standing dispute over the sale and distribution of a property estimated to be worth around 1 crore

31 Jul 2026 3:20 pm
Over 25 environmental groups seek independent review panel, halt to Mamallan reservoir work

While welcoming the government's decision to review the project, the collective said the credibility of the exercise would be undermined if it was led by the department that prepared the project

31 Jul 2026 2:43 pm
31 National Highways in Tamil Nadu to get improved lighting

The existing lighting systems, which are currently operated manually, will become fully automated

31 Jul 2026 12:25 pm
Developers want T.N. govt. to increase floor-to-floor height to promote luxury housing in Chennai

They were speaking at a session on Luxury housing boom: How architecture is redefining premium living at The Hindu Real Estate and Urban Infrastructure Summit 2026

31 Jul 2026 11:28 am
Shaji Purushothaman gets five-year jail term in drunk driving case

Empee Group scion was also given different sentences with 10,000 finefor causing the accident by driving a car in a rash and negligent manner

31 Jul 2026 12:32 am
Needvertical forest cities in India, with skyscrapersintegrated with urban biodiversity corridors

Future high-rise developments should have architecture and ecology designed as an integrated system, where vegetation, water management, and building performance work together, Architecture student Subhapradha says in her presentation

30 Jul 2026 11:37 pm
Smart technologies using AI will help conserve electricity in the future, says Anson Sando

He was speaking on the topic Building the future: how AI and emerging technologies are transforming construction, at The Hindu Real Estate and Urban Infrastructure Summit 2026

30 Jul 2026 11:21 pm
Government schools pilot models for circular water management with nature-based solutions

The modular sewage treatment plants would treat wastewater using nature-based solutions; while the treated wastewater can be reused, the systems are also expected to help groundwater recharge and reduce the burden on sewerage infrastructure

30 Jul 2026 8:06 pm
Tamil Nadu government extends deadline for regularisation of unapproved layouts till June 2027

According to the Government Order, the previous deadline expired on June 30 this year. The extension will operate under the Tamil Nadu Regularisation of Unapproved Layouts and Plots Rules, 2017, with no alterations to the guidelines

30 Jul 2026 5:47 pm
Super-speciality seats row: Tamil Nadu government has corrected past lapses, says Health Minister

Stalins statement gives the wrong impression that Tamil Nadu was surrendering the super-speciality seats to the AIQ for the first time: K.G. Arunraj

30 Jul 2026 3:58 pm
KeepMTCbusesoffSanthanakrishnanStreet in Chromepet

Residents of Santhanakrishnan Street at Nehru Nagar in Chromepet want the practice of parking MTC buses on their narrow street to end

30 Jul 2026 3:41 pm
Chennai Corporation Council passes 19 resolutions at nearly six-hour long meeting

Although the meeting extended for nearly six hours, this has been the least number of resolutions passed in the recent years

30 Jul 2026 2:42 pm
Timeless tables: Five iconic Chennai restaurants that have fed the city for decades

What makes a restaurant stick around for decades? On a trail of five iconic spots across the city, we realise that uncompromising taste, and steady hands that serve, are the secrets to keep the orders coming in from across generations

30 Jul 2026 12:56 pm
Tamil Nadu offers policy stability, transparent governance for urban growth: Minister Rajkumar

Speaking at The Hindu Real Estate and Urban Infrastructure Summit 2026 in Chennai on Thursday, Mr. Rajkumar said the TVK government, under the visionary leadership of our Chief Minister [C. Joseph Vijay], is committed to building cities that provide every citizen with a better quality of life

30 Jul 2026 12:52 pm
Chennai consumers express shock over exorbitant bi-monthly electricity bills

They say the bi-monthly bill for June and July was particularly high; TNPDCL officials say the extended summer this year contributed to a rise in electricity consumption compared to last year

30 Jul 2026 12:40 pm
Vastra Utsav 2026 celebrates Indias textile heritage with handlooms, crafts and sustainable fashion

From handwoven saris and sustainable fashion to artisan crafts and regional delicacies, Vastra Utsav returns to Chennai with over 50 exhibitors celebrating Indias rich textile heritage., discover timeless craftsmanship, Meet master weavers and shop directly from the artisans of the country who contribute to making India a textile haven at the annual fundraiser for DakshinaChitra

30 Jul 2026 11:23 am