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Congress and DMK allies reaffirm support to TVK government

When the TVK was 10 seats short of an absolute majority, the Congress, Left parties, theIUML, and theVCKdecided to support it in forming a government. The aim was to prevent the BJPs indirect rule says Congress Legislature Party leader S. Rajesh Kumar

13 May 2026 7:55 pm
DMK leader M.K. Stalin condemns alleged purchase of AIADMK members

Those who came to power promising clean politics are practicing dirty politics says ex-CM

13 May 2026 6:45 pm
Broke Bibliophiles bookmarks 10 years of existance

The Broke Bibliophiles book club, founded in 2016, celebrates its 10th anniversary as a thriving community for readers across major Indian cities

13 May 2026 5:05 pm
Traditional Indian games take centre stage at this summer cultural programme in Chennai

Kreeda, in collaboration with Kamala, reintroduces Indian tradition through games and crafts in A Summer Journey in India

13 May 2026 5:04 pm
As home cooking evolves, specialty produce finds new demand in Chennai

As home cooks experiment with global cuisines, Bengaluru-based Origin Fresh is betting on speciality produce, freshness, and slower grocery culture over the speed of quick commerce

13 May 2026 4:55 pm
RPF goes green with high-tech trike scooters to boost passenger safety

The deployment of scooters is expected to improve surveillance coverage, strengthen crowd regulation measures, and enhance operational efficiency across busy railway stations

13 May 2026 4:28 pm
The Kutty Story phenomenon: How Vijay prepared voters with his audio launch speeches

From Kutty Stories that captivated the youth to punchlines that advised them to aim big and live better, Vijays captivating speeches have been instrumental in transforming his film fandom into a robust voter base

13 May 2026 4:16 pm
CBSE results: Tamil Nadu registers 98.48% pass rate in Class 12, 99.86% in Class 10

The CBSE Class 12 and Class 10 results were announced on Tuesday (May 13, 2025), with the national pass percentage recorded at 88.39% and 93.6%, respectively

13 May 2026 2:38 pm
Tamil Nadu Assembly session LIVE: AIADMK rebel MLAs set to back TVK in crucial floor test

AIADMK MLAs from the faction supporting Edappadi K. Palaniswami have announced their intentions to vote against the confidence motion

13 May 2026 8:38 am
13 May 2026 8:21 am
Three arrested for smuggling banned tobacco products, over 112 kg seized

Inquiry revealed that the accused had allegedly smuggled the tobacco products from Bengaluru by car and were preparing to distribute them in Chennai

13 May 2026 1:10 am
13 May 2026 12:54 am
NIOT announces start of National Student Challenge Programme 2026

The main objective of the programme is to encourage engineering students to work on underwater technologies and develop innovative solutions for marine applications

12 May 2026 11:58 pm
12% of licensed pet owners yet to renew licence after getting anti-rabies vaccine booster in Chennai

GCC Commissioner J. Kumaragurubaran advises residents to get the booster dose for the pets and renew their licences before June 15 to reduce the risk of exposure to rabies

12 May 2026 9:12 pm
MTC to shift bus terminus at Vijaynagar junction to land near Velachery MRTS station

Residents have been demanding the relocation in order to ease traffic congestion on the stretch; the facility will be spread over 6.50 acres on the stations southern side, and will be constructed at a cost of 25 crore

12 May 2026 8:20 pm
Ethiraj College offers full scholarship for Class 12 girl

R. Annaporani has been offered admission to the B.Sc. computer science with artificial intelligence programme

12 May 2026 8:14 pm
We will not allow Tamil Thai Vaazhthu to be pushed behind during Governors Address, says Udhayanidhi Stalin

The rendition ofTamil ThaiVaazhthuafter the national song VandeMataramand the national anthem during the swearing-in of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay had shocked the people of Tamil Nadu, says the Leader of the Opposition

12 May 2026 6:56 pm
Four youth arrested for illegal sale of pain relief tablets in Kodungaiyur

The police say efforts are under way to trace other suspects connected to the case

12 May 2026 6:54 pm
NEET-UG candidates in Tamil Nadu upset over exam cancellation

The uncertainty surrounding the release of new dates and procedures has also caused a stir among candidates

12 May 2026 5:20 pm
Experts discuss role of nurses, allied healthcare professionals in tech-driven care

They were speaking at a webinar held on Monday (May 11, 2026), as part of the Future Career Conversations Series, jointly organised by The Hindu and SRM Institute of Science and Technology

12 May 2026 3:22 pm
Pair of Asiatic lion arrives at Vandalur zoo under animal exchange programme

The animals have arrived from Indore Zoo; the programme is aimed at strengthening conservation breeding and enhancing visitor experience

12 May 2026 3:06 pm
Vijays blockbuster opening: How cinema powered the superstars rise in Tamil Nadu politics

From Thamizhan to Jana Nayagan: This is how TVK chief Vijay used Tamil cinema to lay the groundwork for his historical political debut

12 May 2026 3:03 pm
Ensure adequate supply of drinking water during summer: T.N. CM Vijay instructs officials

The Chief Minister instructed officials to remove challenges in the supply of drinking water in all districts, as well as in the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC), by employing lorries and through other means

12 May 2026 2:38 pm
Saralas Art Centre is selling decades-old artworks from its archives

As Saralas Art Centre turns 60, the gallery is opening up putting up decades of stored paintings, prints and sculptures curated and collected over many decades, for an unusual sale

12 May 2026 2:28 pm
Abu Dhabi-bound flight grounded at Chennai airport due to technical snag

Around 10.15 a.m., the flight moved from the bay but it was soon discovered that there was hydraulic fluid leakage issue

12 May 2026 12:29 pm
Residents demand that State government closes dump yards in Chennai, shelves waste-to-energy proposals

T.K. Shanmugham, president of the Federation of North Chennai Residents Welfare Associations, said residents have decided to meet the CM to explain civic issues faced by residents in Perambur constituency because of the Kodungaiyurdumpyard

12 May 2026 12:13 am
Parts of Teynampet zone to experience sewage issues on May 13

The operation of sewage pumping stations at Mandavelipakkam and Seethammal Colony would be suspended for 12 hours from 10 a.m. on May 13

12 May 2026 12:11 am
Companies speed up provision of PNG connections

Two companies providing connections - Torrent Gas and Think Gas - across Tiruvallur, Chennai, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu say they have speeded up the process and have covered hundreds of homes

12 May 2026 12:10 am
Three persons arrested for assault in Basin Bridge

The police said efforts are under way to trace the others absconding

12 May 2026 12:09 am
Activists, teachers welcome move to set up anti-drug task force

An ANTF would be set up in each of the 37 police stations in all the districts and one in each of the nine metropolitan police districts and 28 police stations

12 May 2026 12:07 am
Rare brain ear tumour treated with precision radiation

The patient who was diagnosed with vestibular schwannoma, a slow growing tumour that affects the nerve linking the inner ear to the brain, was treated with stereotactic radiation therapy

12 May 2026 12:06 am
A year on, Metro Rail yet to add and replace ticketing gates in phase I network

Commuters are often forced to take longer walks during peak hoursas the ticketing gates are yet to be installed at all entrances in some stations; officials expect to finalise the tender within weeks

12 May 2026 12:03 am
With poll code lifted, GCC to hold meeting to review civic works

While approximately 70% of scheduled road projects were completed before the election hiatus, the remaining 30% will be prioritised to be completed before the onset of monsoon

11 May 2026 11:54 pm
GCC to hold first civic review meeting in 70 days as election code ends

While approximately 70% of scheduled road projects were completed before the election hiatus, the remaining 30% will be prioritised to be completed before the onset of monsoon

11 May 2026 9:26 pm
Gleneagles Hospitals organises conference on advances in head and neck cancer care

Experts discussed emerging therapies, reconstructive surgery, and multidisciplinary treatment approaches in head and neck cancer care

11 May 2026 9:01 pm
Tamil Nadu Assembly: Churning in AIADMK becomes evident with split over Leader of Legislature Party post

In the morning, a letter, purportedly signed by a group of AIADMK legislators stating that Mr. Palaniswami had been elected the Leader of the Legislature Party, was submitted to the Pro-tem SpeakerM.V. Karuppaiah. In the evening, Mr. Shanmugam presented a letter claiming support for the leadership of Mr. Velumani.

11 May 2026 8:06 pm
Cyber Crime Wing notice for blocking social media posts draws criticism

Incidentally, most of the flagged URLs/posts allegedly contained content critical of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay

11 May 2026 7:57 pm
Rains to persist over T.N. till May 17; RMC monitors Bay weather system

Chennai may experience another relatively mild summer day on Tuesday, with light rainfall in some areas and maximum temperatures expected to hover around 34-35 degrees Celsius

11 May 2026 7:34 pm
Adding to the distress of the bereaved

Residents and activists seek transparency in documentation, fee structure and authorisation at traditional burial grounds inTambaramCorporation limits

11 May 2026 2:10 pm
A community waste collection initiative

The drive on May 17 seeks to revive the resource value of discarded materials

11 May 2026 2:02 pm
Congress wait to join the Tamil Nadu Cabinet continues

Party sources said the Congress asked the TVK to accommodate Melur MLA P. Viswanathan and Congress Legislature Party leader S. Rajeshkumar in the Cabinet

11 May 2026 4:26 am