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Studio Mediums Beat, Repeat: How Riddhi Jain and Dhruv Satija turned the monsoon into textiles

Using bandhani, arashi, shibori and mothra techniques, Riddhi Jain and Dhruv Satijas Beat, Repeat reimagines the monsoon through contemporary textiles

24 Jul 2026 4:43 pm
T.N. Chief Minister Vijays office to shift to Namakkal Kavignar Maaligai soon

Space constraints are cited as the primary reason for the shift

24 Jul 2026 12:34 pm
Test your knowledgein geography

The Indian National Cartographic Association, Tamil Nadu chapter, is conducting a quiz for students

24 Jul 2026 12:08 pm
As the sea changes, fisherwomen in Tamil Nadu struggle to stay afloat

For fisherwomen, rising temperatures are only one part of a larger crisis. Pollution, ecological degradation, and changing seas are making livelihoods increasingly precarious

24 Jul 2026 12:05 pm
Protests demanding NEET ban gather momentum across city

Filmmaker Pa. Ranjith-led Neelam Students Movement staging a protest at Rajarathinam Stadium on Thursday, demanding educational reforms and the abolition of NEET.

24 Jul 2026 12:48 am
Two TNCSC staff among three held for alleged PDS rice smuggling in Perambur

Acting on a tip-off, Civil Supplies CID officials intercepted a lorry near Perambur on Wednesday and found around 300 bags of PDS rice

24 Jul 2026 12:44 am
Two more held in 100-crore private schools approval scam

The accused were identified as Arokiyaraj, alias Raja, 39, of Madurai, and Suresh, 49, of Tiruchi

24 Jul 2026 12:37 am
Public healthcare steps in as workplace injuries expose insurance gap among migrant workers

Workers say that they earn between 20,000 and 25,000 a month and one common thread that runs through their stories is the lack of insurance coverage and financial security

24 Jul 2026 12:30 am
World Bank to fund civic infrastructure projects for creating circular economy

The funding will help in setting up world class facilities for health infrastructure; this partnership leverages World Bank expertise to drive sustainable urban development, says GCC Commissioner

24 Jul 2026 12:21 am
Womens reservation should be implemented without delimitation: Justice Hariparanthaman

If the increase in Lok Sabha seats is based on population, southern States will stand to lose adequate representation in the Lower House, says former Madras High Court judge

23 Jul 2026 10:52 pm
Standardised vending carts planned for proposed model food streets in T.N.

Electricity connection would be obtained, and proper licenses would be issued for the vendors

23 Jul 2026 9:21 pm
Watch: The Ford story: How one factory transformed Tamil Nadu | Focus Tamil Nadu

Why did Ford choose Chennai instead of Pune in the 1990s? This episode traces the story behind that landmark decision, how it transformed Tamil Nadu into an automobile powerhouse, why Ford exited India in 2021, and what its ongoing talks with the State government could mean for the future of the Maraimalai Nagar plant.

23 Jul 2026 8:21 pm
Two more arrested in 63-lakh gold fraud case

With the latest arrests, six persons have been arrested in the case and 45.05 lakh has been recovered totally

23 Jul 2026 7:47 pm
Key accused involved in many cyber fraud cases arrested at Chennai Airport

The accused Ilavarasan was involved in multiple cases relating to cyber slavery and financial cheating across various jurisdictions in Tamil Nadu

23 Jul 2026 6:57 pm
Muthulakshmi Reddy's house in Chennai to be renovated by Cancer Institute

The land on which the building sits belongs to the Arunachaleswarar Temple

23 Jul 2026 6:35 pm
US-based software engineer arrested in Chennai over hoax bomb threats to persons, institutions across India

Sarath Subramanian Shankar, a native of Ambasamudram in Tirunelveli district, who was residing in the U.S. is suspected to have sent a series of hoax bomb threat emails between 2023 and 2025 to airports, educational institutions, public officials and other high-profile targets across India.

23 Jul 2026 4:15 pm
Jana Nayagan release: Thalapathy Vijay pays tribute to MGR

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijays Jana Nayagan has finally hit theatres after months of delays. The film pays tribute to former Chief Minister and screen legend MGR with AI-generated voice recreations, iconic song references and political symbolism. Vijay is the second sitting Tamil Nadu Chief Minister after MGR to have a film release while in office

23 Jul 2026 3:20 pm
In Pictures: CM Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' opens to fan frenzy

Fans across Tamil Nadu celebrated the release of Chief Minister Vijays 'Jana Nayagan' with grand FDFS festivities, marking what is being billed as the star-actors final film

23 Jul 2026 1:13 pm
From gardener to facilities manager: S Ganapathys 40-year British Council journey

S Ganapathy retired after 40 years at the British Council, completing a remarkable journey from gardener to Facilities Manager, South India. His rise through education, perseverance, and hard work stands as a testament to the power of opportunity

23 Jul 2026 9:32 am
2,390 village panchayats declared TB-free in 2025

Health Minister K.G. Arunraj conducted a district-wise review of the measures being undertaken to achieve TB-free Tamil Nadu

23 Jul 2026 1:09 am
Chennai Metro Rail set to bore beneath existing tunnel in Nandanam

TBM will likely bore at this place for two weeks, at a depth of about 100 ft.; CMRL officials say the speed of the trains in Phase I will not be affected, but it may be reduced in case of any vibration

23 Jul 2026 1:09 am
23 Jul 2026 1:06 am
Many farmers in Pochampalli SIPCOT not compensated according to records, says survey report

A total of 215 persons were interviewed in the survey conducted by the Forum for Indian Women Intellect in 18 villages adjacent to the SIPCOT complex

23 Jul 2026 12:33 am
GCCs property tax drive nets 133 crore, defaulters names to be published soon

The GCC is also preparing to publish the names of major property tax defaulters on its website.

23 Jul 2026 12:15 am
When the Thousand Lights MLA served with a ladle

As Teynampet resident D.M. Prakash marked the 750th day of a daily free mid-day meal initiative he is organising for the underprivileged with a grand lunch at Semmozhi Poonga, Thousand Lights MLA J.C.D. Prabhakar joined the milestone event and served food to 150 of the beneficiaries

22 Jul 2026 9:21 pm
Former AIADMK MLAs son killed in road accident in Chennai

The police said that the deceased rammed his motorcycle into a JCB earthmover and in the impact, he was thrown off the bike, and the JCB ran over him

22 Jul 2026 7:10 pm
PMK founder Ramadoss withdraws suit against son Anbumani

Dr. Ramadoss had filed the suit seeking a declaration that he was the party president and an injunction restraining Dr. Anbumani from using the PMKs name, flag, and symbol

22 Jul 2026 5:13 pm
Chennai-based Jus Drums celebrates 24 years of percussion through an annual show

Jus Drums showcased a vibrant evening of percussion at the Mylapore Fine Arts Club on July 18, featuring students performing iconic Tamil cinema hits during their annual concert.

22 Jul 2026 4:50 pm
Mithun Shyam lent a distinct touch to timeless compositions

Disciple of Padmini Ramachandran, the young Bharatanatyam artiste performed at the Music Academys mid-year dance festival.

22 Jul 2026 2:11 pm
Before Jana Nayagan: When an 18-year-old Vijay walked the halls of Loyola

Vijays maiden venture as a solo hero, Naalaiya Theerpu,helmed by S.A. Chandrasekhar, did not set the box office on fire; even as the audience response remained muted, the actor was noticed, and he won the Best New Face Actor award fromCinema Express

22 Jul 2026 11:37 am
Businessman from Kilpauk abducted during morning walk, police arrest 4 persons

The victim, Kamalesh Abraham, runs an aluminum wholesale business in Sowcarpetand a scrap metal business in Thiruverkadu. The four arrested men were remanded to judicial custody

22 Jul 2026 12:54 am
Metrowater sets the ball rolling on the ageing sewer network upgrade in Chennais core areas

Residents demand a comprehensive modernisation of water supply and sewer infrastructure to address recurring leaks and drinking water contamination

22 Jul 2026 12:51 am
Applications invited for trustees in more temples

This time, apart from Aadhar cards andaddress proof, applicants have been asked tosubmita no-objection certificate from the respective temple and a verificationcertificatefrom the police

22 Jul 2026 12:51 am