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Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan call for the response of the Ministries of Health and Family Welfare and Textiles
The southern bench of the NGT observed that sand dumping, debris accumulation and levelling of portions of the riverbed near Koyambedu were associated with the formation of an approach road for the elevated corridor project
C. Ramanujachariars drama troupe Madras Secretariat Party staged 198 performances, of which 172 benefitted the Students Home, and rest went towards causes such as flood relief, anti-tuberculosis fund and girls education.
Thousand Lights MLA from the DMK N. Ezhilan, in an interview to The Hindu, observes that any popular personality entering politics will attract the limelight. But only a structured party machinery combined with popularity can ensure success. In this interview, he speaks about his tenure as first-time MLA from Thousand Lights Assembly constituency in Chennai, Vijays political entry shaping the 2026 elections, redressal of key grievances and more.
Against the backdrop of intense poll activity, a 400-metre stretch of an arterial road in the outskirts of Chennai (technically in Madurapakkam panchayat under Tambaram assembly constituency) presents a salute to the idea of res publica, which underpins Indias system of governance, where citizens have a say, at least before a government is securely ensconced in the seat of power. A Republic Day initiative shines bright every night
Unregulated parking is one of the major issues faced by Anna Nagar residents; they say industrial effluents are being discharged intoOtteriNullahwaterway, leading to groundwater contamination and demand the shifting of all mobile eateries to non-residential areas in the constituency
Tunnelling through hard rocks in the 650-metre stretch may take nearly six months, officials say
The project marks an important milestone in the institutions efforts to provide quality and holistic education to children from disadvantaged backgrounds, notes a press release
Launching his campaign in Mylapore, AIADMK leader says NDA will form the government with an absolute majority; accuses DMK of not fulfilling poll promises and failing on law and order front
Justices P. Velmurugan and M. Jothiraman also say his mother had alleged solitary confinement, before grant of interim bail, only to evade due process of law
Chennai Photo Biennaletransforms OSR Park, VR Chennai, and Avtar Foundation for the Arts into a citywide gallery of stories, landscapes, and lived realities
From the universes many wondorous objects to a fascinating pattern of numbers, and whether AI can possess superhuman strength, Science At The Sabha will have fascinating talks for participants of all ages
Unlike traditional engines that take several months to manufacture, Agnikuls engines can be fully 3D printed in just seven days. This reduces production complexity and turnaround time
TheOttiyambakkampanchayat had an harrowingly difficult time keeping people from swimming in the deadly quarry with its protruding rocks under the water. There had been many deaths. And then nature intervened, and the fatal accidents stopped. An invasive, floating weed that is a bane of water sources everywhere, the water hyacinth is not just tolerated in the quarry but welcomed
The Transgender Amendment Bill is set to be discussed in Parliament today. What will be the impact of amendments to an already existing progressive act that guarantees better education, health care, and self-determination? Five members of the community who took part in a nation-wide protest in Chennai on March 23, explain the repercussions
The distribution of free refrigerators to women beneficiaries of thePDS, the revision of electricity tariff on common facilities in multi-storey apartments, and the increase in horizontal reservation for government school students in admission to the medical courses from 7.5% to 10.5% are among the highlights of the manifesto
Alandurlacks basic amenities such as piped drinking water supply and underground drainagein some areas; sources in theDMKcontend that the government has improved civic infrastructure
The historic St. Marys Cemetery on the Island, now slowly being restored, remains a haunting reminder of Chennai citys colonial past
The event was organised by a Chennai-based non-profit
Residents want the government to implement social welfare measures for the economically disadvantaged. Other demands include redevelopment of dilapidated TNUHDB houses, establishment of a maternity hospital, and flood mitigation measures, particularly in areas along the coastline
According to the complaint, the accused visited Jagans house and persuaded him to invest in a trading business buying and selling business, claiming it would yield high profits
Justice C. Saravanan rejects the 2023 writ petition filed against an assessment order passed in 2022 by treating the 7 crore as unexplained expenditure
The distribution of free refrigerators to women beneficiaries of thePDS, the revision of electricity tariff on common facilities in multi-storey apartments, and the increase in horizontal reservation for government school students in admission to the medical courses from 7.5% to 10.5% are among the highlights of the manifesto
A nationwide survey, released as part of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, found that over 80% of respondents across cities were unaware that blood in stool can be an early sign of colorectal cancer
Strict legal action will be taken against violators, with offences carrying punishment of up to five years imprisonment, say the police
The celebrated dancers latest choreographic production will be staged on March 28 at Kalakshetra in Chennai.
The police investigation found that Bharath had been sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl for five years
Digital MADDYS undergoes major revamp; Early bird entries open 2nd March for fest themed KISS Keep It Simple Silly.
The Transgender Amendment Bill is set to be discussed in Parliament today. What will be the impact of amendments to an already existing progressive act that guarantees better education, health care, and self-determination? Five members of the community who took part in a nation-wide protest in Chennai on March 23, explain the repercussions
Except for the western region of Tamil Nadu, which has been the AIADMKs traditional stronghold, the partys performance has been patchy across the State in successive elections since 2021
The Tambaram constituency lacks the civic amenities to tackle rapid urbanisationas arterial roads often face traffic congestion; untreated sewage is being discharged into lakes, and the interior roads remain in poor shape; MLA says drainage system has been implemented in the core areas
From origami classes at Rosary matriculation school to the two-day Makers Market inMylapore,Chennai residentPriyaSubramaniamhas come a long way.
The RJ-turned-actor-director returns to Tamil cricket commentary as he gears up for his Suriya-starrer Karuppu
The cost of each cap used in bottles has increased from about 10 paise to 30 paiseor 40 paise; the price of a 20-litre bubble-top container has been increased by 5 to offset rising input cost
The Tambaram constituency lacks the civic amenities to tackle rapid urbanisationas arterial roads often face traffic congestion; untreated sewage is being discharged into lakes, and the interior roads remain in poor shape; MLA says drainage system has been implemented in the core areas

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