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Five of a family from Chennai killed in car crash near Madurai

Four others sustained injuries in the mishap

3 Aug 2026 1:06 pm
The Madras Rock Collective will sing rock anthems from the 1980s at its Chennai concert

The Madras Rock Collective, a five-member Chennai band, will take the stage on August 7 to play timeless rock anthems

3 Aug 2026 12:58 pm
DMK accuses State government of sleeping over Cauvery issue

Accusing the TVK Government of sleeping over a matter of immense importance to the State, Mr. Regupathy alleged Mr. Nirmalkumar had insulted the Opposition parties in Tamil Nadu as well as former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi through his remarks

2 Aug 2026 9:25 pm
Chennai Metro Rail yet to finish construction of entry/exit at Vadapalani phase II station

Commuters using the phase II station at Vadapalani may have to walk longer to use the entry/exit of the phase I station as the Centres permission for opening the Poonamalle-Vadapalani stretch is expected this month

2 Aug 2026 6:43 pm
NGT impleads HPCL, fuel outlet dealer in Kovilambakkam groundwater contamination case

The case was initiated by the NGT based on a news report which highlighted residents' concerns over petrol allegedly mixing with groundwater in the locality

2 Aug 2026 4:06 pm
History-sheeter found dead under suspicious circumstances in New Washermenpet

Naresh Kumar had recently been released on bail with regard to a murder case

2 Aug 2026 1:22 pm
Tamil Nadu Govt. to withdraw cases registered against students during anti-NEET protests

The Tamil Nadu governments decision is in line with similar decisions taken by a few other State governments to withdraw cases registered against those who took part in protests against the NEET

2 Aug 2026 12:15 pm
An amateur singing circle spanning Chennai city

Fuelled by Tamil music nostalgia, a community of amateur singers meet regularly across Chennai for singalongs. They are bound together by an organisation called Paadarivom Padipparivom which funnels its initiatives through an app

2 Aug 2026 7:14 am
Gen Zers reel in visibility for modest clothing store in Chennai

Sikkander Sultan, seller of tops for women at Pondy Bazaar, operates from a small space in another store. His enterprise Rani Collection functions without a nameboard, but customers seek it out. Here is why. Organic social media content posted on Instagram by customers impressed with its range of trendy and affordable tops for women has ensured an enviable customer base for Rani Collection, one extending beyond the Indian shores

2 Aug 2026 7:01 am
Cancer survivors share messages of hope and courage

Chitra Kala, one of the survivors, said that cancer diagnosis brought fear, uncertainty and several questions

2 Aug 2026 12:59 am
How monsoon ready is Chennai?

As Chennai begins the countdown to the Northeast monsoon, the city confronts the twin challenges of a weak Southwest monsoon, followed by prospects of intense rainfall during the ensuing monsoon. An additional factor this year, El Nino, adds to the uncertainty. But the focus of the local government must always remain on making sure the city is monsoon ready

2 Aug 2026 12:17 am
AAI pushes for constructing airport in Rameswaram

In a letter to the T.N. government, it asks the State government to identify the site and acquire land for the project

1 Aug 2026 11:27 pm
ICFLoco Works bridge derails intodangerous disrepair

The central part of the bridge is battered

1 Aug 2026 10:37 pm
Most parts of the State likely to receive normal or above normal rainfall in August: RMC

The RMC has predicted that several places in the State and Puducherry may experience either normal or slightly above normal maximum temperature this month

1 Aug 2026 9:09 pm
Cash-strapped Chennai Corporation seeks 233 crore from State govt. to clear pending bills

Expenditure has outpaced revenue over the last few years, mainly due to the expansion of civic infrastructure, increased operation and maintenance commitments and taking up large number of projects with the GCCs own funds

1 Aug 2026 7:38 pm
Police constable found dead at his house in St. Thomas Mount

A probe is under way to ascertain the cause of the death

1 Aug 2026 7:17 pm
Man arrested for selling bank accounts to cyber fraudsters linked to Chinese scam network

The investigation revealed that the accused Madhavan had procured these accounts by promising commissions to individuals and sold them to cyber agents

1 Aug 2026 7:01 pm
How Chhota Rajan used forged documents to secure a passport from Chennai in 1996

The notorious Mumbai underworld don created a false identity backed by forged documents, fictitious references, and a fake residential address

1 Aug 2026 5:23 pm
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