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He had allegedly assaulted her with a log at their residence on May 14. The victim died of her injuries on May 20
The victim had become acquainted with the accused through social media
The researchers say these improvements follow sustained investments in ambulance services, referral systems, and maternal healthcare programmes during and after the pandemic
The last day to apply for the CEO Business Matching event, which will be held in November, is June 2, 2026
The arrested is a native of Karur district who had been living in Telangana
Dr. Amalraj, one of the seniormost ADGPs in the State, belongs to the 1996-batch of the Indian Police Service (IPS) and earlier served as Commissioner of Police, Tambaram, in two different tenures
Grab your things. We are going skateboarding in Thiruvanmiyur on Sunday to participate in the GOTY (Greatest Trick Of The Year) Jam
From a colonial fortress to a highway of vintage Cadillacs, the citys museums hold stories that no textbook has ever told quite right. With World Museum Day just behind us, heres a refresher on the exhibits and spaces across Chennai that are worth rediscovering.
TVK top leader and Minister for Public Works and Sports Development, Aadhav Arjuna on Wednesday, May 20, urged the Congress, VCK and IUML to join the government and said it was the wish of Chief Minister Vijay.
The new government should prioritise and accelerate climate action in the State
At Chennai Central, more than half of the energy need was metthrough solar power; 59, 500 units generated per month, says a railway official
The trolleys, fitted with tab-like screens will guide passengersin finding their way in the security hold area. A total of 100 trolleys have been ordered, of which 30 will be rolled out in October
Sources said that in the safety inspection held, the trains were operated from Poonamallee to Porur and from Porur to Vadapalani to test the signalling system and the working of integration between various systems such as platform screen doors and the train doors
The State secretary of CPI (M) made it clear that the Left parties would reconsider their decision to support the TVK government if it chose to include AIADMK legislators in the Cabinet
The Quiz Foundation of India is hosting the second edition of its premier cricket quiz, with a deep dive into global T20 leagues. Are you ready to knock em out of the park?
He says the civic body will focus on increasing own-source revenue to tackle deficit, which has risen to 1,602 crore in 2026-27. He announces that a preliminary review of all internal departments will be held today. Strict action will be taken against those encroaching on government lands, he adds
According to data from the Chennai Corporations Education Department, 6,271 of the 7,081 students who appeared for the examination cleared it
This follows a joyride horses death due to the highly contagious bacterial disease in the city. Samples from handlers have also been sent to the facility for analysis
As no suitable donor was available within the family, the hospital collaborated with DKMS Foundation, a global non-profit that connects blood cancer patients with unrelated stem cell donors. A compatible donor was identified in Poland, and the stem cells were transported under specialised conditions
While Pudukottai topped the State, with a pass percentage of 97.57%, Sivaganga came second, with 97.54%, followed by Thanjavur, at 97.41%
Tambaram residents challenge new water tariff as well as deposits and decry the lack of a consultation prior to the revision of the charges
The police said the tractor was parked near the house when the two children climbed into the vehicle and began playing
He says the civic body will focus on increasing own-source revenue to tackle deficit, which has risen to 1,602 crore in 2026-27. He announces that a preliminary review of all internal departments will be held today. Strict action will be taken against those encroaching on government lands, he adds
The number of foreigners of Indian origin who voted in a fraudulent manner has increased to 30. Their declaration while applying for theOCIcard that they had surrendered their voter identity cards or deleted their names from the electoral rolls will be treated as a false declaration and action will taken under law, sources say
The GRP registered a case and launched an investigation to identify those involved
In a press release, theAIADMKattributed to the victory of 53 candidates put up by the party and its allies in the recent election to Mr.PalaniswamisState-wide campaign. However, it did not mention the number of district secretaries who attended the meeting, as against the total of 82
One of the reasons for this is the delay in building the shaft, a structure essential for the tunnel to launch and breakthrough, at the Moolakadai Metro Station
Investigations revealed that one of the victims was an associate of the prime accused, and had threatened and assaulted some of the latters friends
The 23-metre-wide bridge will have 70 piers
The accused, identified as Madhan Vadivel, received commissions for each recruitment. He even ran restaurants inside the compounds in Cambodia and supplied Indian food to the victims
Arakkonam-Chengalpattu doubling project to ease congestion, strengthen passenger movement and boost transportation of cement, automobiles and foodgrains, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
This follows complaints that poor quality food was being served. Money for renovation and provisions will be released from the general funds of municipal corporations and municipalities
The Chennai Division identified sharp curves and undertook rail straightening worksinBeach-Egmore, Egmore-Villupuram, Central-Arakkonam and Central-Gudur sections. This is part of efforts to improve line capacity and enhance operational flexibility of both suburban and long-distance trains
The project was planned in anticipation of the rise air and passenger traffic that is expected after the T3 International terminal is opened. The work will be completed in a year at an estimated cost of 230 crore
Citing persistent civic issues, Perambur residents want the proposed plant to be shelved; they also demand the closure of the dumpyard and utilisation of its 352 acres for eco-restoration projects

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