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The MLAs who faced the prospect of disqualification in 2017 were spared the proceedings in view of the then Speaker, P.Dhanapal, not going after them. The matter went to the Madras High Court that dismissed a plea for action against the legislators
Crimes against women and children are owing to the spread of narcotic substances. This problem did not emerge suddenly in May 2026. It has existed for many years. It has spread because it was ignored for long, says the Chief Minister
The Governor and the Chief Minister should work in harmonyfor State universities to function smoothly. We cant allow the Governor to usurp the States powers: P.Viswanathan
The Service Doctors and Post Graduates Association urges the Health Department to fill the vacancies with eligible senior doctors from the dean/directors panel and joint directors panel as per existing norms
The crime, which happened in December 2025, was captured on video by the attackers and uploaded to social media
While 18 hard disks were reported stolen, the police found 34 hard disks in the possession of the suspect in Bengaluru. The case has been transferred toCB-CID from the Greater Chennai Police
Ancient sculptures and temple pillars seized and repatriated by the Tamil Nadu Idol Wing lie lye amid construction equipment during ongoing renovation work at Chennais Egmore Government Museum, prompting concerns
Ameer Ali was murdered by his wife, Rahima Khatun (30) and her friend, Asraf Ali (36), both from Assam. She alleged that her husband frequently assaulted her and was involved with other women, which caused her mental distress.
He added that additional teams have been deployed to restore power in areas including Perambur and Villivakkam
Light or moderate rainfall with thundershowers may occur during evening hours in Chennai
GCC commissioner G.S.Sameeran and City Police Commissioner A.Amalraj conduct a joint inspection of the Marina beach on Monday to assess the safety and security of visitors
The Chief Minister also called for restoration of the Cooum river and Buckingham canal along with the ongoing Adyar River Restoration project
Experts from healthcare, education, rehabilitation, and technology sectors discussed collaborative approaches to improve access and opportunities for persons with vision loss
At around 2.30 a.m., nearly 100 residents laid siege to the EB office in Arumbakkam, demanding immediate restoration of power; similar protests were witnessed in Washermenpet, Tiruvottiyur, Ambattur, Madhavaram, Manali, Avadi, Poonamallee, Thirunindravur, Medavakkam, and Velachery
Stand-up comedian Ramkumar Natarajan aka IT Manager Annachi has a new show Retired Not Hurt about realisation and mental transformation
Commuters say it is disappointing that the stretch has not been openedeven after a four-month delay, and that they should not be made to wait any longer. Sources say that the stretch will be inaugurated shortly
Police teams carried out extensive checks across the bus terminus and its surrounding areas during night
The Chief Minister also called for restoration of the Cooum river and Buckingham canal along with the ongoing Adyar River Restoration project
Several court cases related to regularisation of workers services are still pending
Light or moderate rainfall with thundershowers may occur during evening hours in Chennai
The accident occurred at the Moolakothalam junction on Tiruvottiyur High Road when vehicles were waiting at a traffic signal
Robotic-assisted cancer surgery, often limited by high cost and infrastructure needs, has been made more accessible through institutional support, donor funding and a subsidised care model
GCC commissioner G.S.Sameeran and City Police Commissioner A.Amalraj conduct a joint inspection of the Marina beach on Monday to assess the safety and security of visitors
He says the initiative to grant house e-pattas was among the governments top priorities and improving the condition of SC/ST hostels is another of its priorities
While 18 hard disks were reported stolen, the police found 34 hard disks in the possession of the suspect in Bengaluru. The case has been transferred toCB-CID from the Greater Chennai Police
The protesters displayed placards carrying slogans critical of the Union government
Central and State law-enforcement agencies are working with the Election Commission of India to obtain data on foreign nationals who might havevoted. Investigators have sought the assistance of the Bureau of Immigration in identifying foreign nationals who arrived in the State ahead of the election and departed within two to three days of polling
The police claimed he published videos and posts againstMinisters, including a woman member of the Cabinet headed by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. The police said he also made remarks against ruling TVK functionaries
The police seized 1.2 kg of ganja, 305 pain-relief tablets, 15,000 believed to be proceeds from the sale of narcotics, and eight syringes from his possession
Every time a new party comes to power, closing liquor shops becomes one of its standard promises. But shops are eventually opened in other locations. Is the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam governments decision to shut 717 liquor shops near educational institutions and places of worship going to be any different, people wonder
Chennai Corporation officials said the bridge is expected to ease traffic congestion in north Chennai and improve connectivity
The theft case, initially handled by the Greater Chennai Police, was transferred to the CB-CID by DGP Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal
Sources said a case was registered against him by the Chennai City Cyber Crime Police for posting videos allegedly defaming the TVK-led coalition government in Tamil Nadu
The Chief Minister also presented a cheque for 50 lakh to him
A hand pump at a public square and a community water connection in Sholinganallur need urgent attention
The awards are for educators of Geography, Business Studies and Entrepreneurship, Computer Science, Economics, Physics, English, Environmental Sciences, and Mathematics, teaching classes IX to XII.
Narrow stretch, traders extensions and inadequate parking on Station Road worsen congestion; commuters seek relocation of shops and better traffic management
Young residents of the locality, those in the age group of 8 to 24, have joined hands to lead change and progress. Thiruvanmiyur Young Changemakers Club had its first meeting on June 6
A garbage dumping spot at Cooum near the bridge at Valluvarkottam High Road in Nungambakkam, a stones throw from Chetpet, is by no means isolated. It is among points along the river susceptible to garbage dumping; residents can be a pressure group ensuring these spots are redeemed, writes Lakshmy Harikrishnan
A number of factors has contributed to this, including systematic reorientation for government doctors, standardisation of operational protocols, and multi-level periodic reviews
Chennai Corporation officials said the bridge is expected to ease traffic congestion in north Chennai and improve connectivity
The clean stretch of Cooum near the check dam in Tiruvallur district is heading towards degradationas in urban stretches owing to sewage release. Residents who have been fighting for restoration of the portion have launched awareness campaigns through cartoons titled Koovam Kudineer
Such development measures can persuade people to use Metro trains, and strengthen CMRLs revenue stream, ensuring financial stability

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