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Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakarsdecision marks a throwback to the experience of 11AIADMKMLAs in 2017-18

The MLAs who faced the prospect of disqualification in 2017 were spared the proceedings in view of the then Speaker, P.Dhanapal, not going after them. The matter went to the Madras High Court that dismissed a plea for action against the legislators

9 Jun 2026 10:53 pm
Vijaykeeps his promise, launchesTamil Nadus SingappenSpecial Force

Crimes against women and children are owing to the spread of narcotic substances. This problem did not emerge suddenly in May 2026. It has existed for many years. It has spread because it was ignored for long, says the Chief Minister

9 Jun 2026 10:21 pm
Do not want confrontation with Governor, but cannot compromise on States rights, says Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister

The Governor and the Chief Minister should work in harmonyfor State universities to function smoothly. We cant allow the Governor to usurp the States powers: P.Viswanathan

9 Jun 2026 10:06 pm
Stop contractual appointments of retired doctors, says association

The Service Doctors and Post Graduates Association urges the Health Department to fill the vacancies with eligible senior doctors from the dean/directors panel and joint directors panel as per existing norms

9 Jun 2026 8:47 pm
Victim of viral Tiruttani assault case appears before court in Tiruvallur

The crime, which happened in December 2025, was captured on video by the attackers and uploaded to social media

9 Jun 2026 7:06 pm
No incriminating material found in data retrieved fromTNPDCLsstolen hard disks: Police

While 18 hard disks were reported stolen, the police found 34 hard disks in the possession of the suspect in Bengaluru. The case has been transferred toCB-CID from the Greater Chennai Police

9 Jun 2026 6:21 pm
Chola and Hoysala idols at risk during Egmore Museum renovation

Ancient sculptures and temple pillars seized and repatriated by the Tamil Nadu Idol Wing lie lye amid construction equipment during ongoing renovation work at Chennais Egmore Government Museum, prompting concerns

9 Jun 2026 6:17 pm
Mans torso in suitcase at Perambur railway station: Severed head recovered from lake in Chengalpattu

Ameer Ali was murdered by his wife, Rahima Khatun (30) and her friend, Asraf Ali (36), both from Assam. She alleged that her husband frequently assaulted her and was involved with other women, which caused her mental distress.

9 Jun 2026 4:44 pm
Chennai power cuts | Some people instigating residents to protest though supply restored: Minister Nirmalkumar

He added that additional teams have been deployed to restore power in areas including Perambur and Villivakkam

9 Jun 2026 4:17 pm
Thundershowers likely to ease prolonged heat in northern districts of Tamil Nadu

Light or moderate rainfall with thundershowers may occur during evening hours in Chennai

9 Jun 2026 3:53 pm
Chennai Corporation to increase lighting, CCTV cameras at Marina beach for safety

GCC commissioner G.S.Sameeran and City Police Commissioner A.Amalraj conduct a joint inspection of the Marina beach on Monday to assess the safety and security of visitors

9 Jun 2026 3:01 pm
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay reviews MAWS schemes, stresses timely completion of projects

The Chief Minister also called for restoration of the Cooum river and Buckingham canal along with the ongoing Adyar River Restoration project

9 Jun 2026 2:51 pm
Experts discuss eye care, rehabilitation, and inclusive education at conference

Experts from healthcare, education, rehabilitation, and technology sectors discussed collaborative approaches to improve access and opportunities for persons with vision loss

9 Jun 2026 1:29 pm
Power cuts leave Chennai residents fuming; protests erupt across city

At around 2.30 a.m., nearly 100 residents laid siege to the EB office in Arumbakkam, demanding immediate restoration of power; similar protests were witnessed in Washermenpet, Tiruvottiyur, Ambattur, Madhavaram, Manali, Avadi, Poonamallee, Thirunindravur, Medavakkam, and Velachery

9 Jun 2026 1:22 pm
IT Manager Annachi Ramkumar went on a digital detox. The result is Retired Not Hurt

Stand-up comedian Ramkumar Natarajan aka IT Manager Annachi has a new show Retired Not Hurt about realisation and mental transformation

9 Jun 2026 11:40 am
Poonamallee-Vadapalani Metro stretch ready, but yet to open

Commuters say it is disappointing that the stretch has not been openedeven after a four-month delay, and that they should not be made to wait any longer. Sources say that the stretch will be inaugurated shortly

9 Jun 2026 12:52 am
Drones deployed for special drive against narcotics at CMBT

Police teams carried out extensive checks across the bus terminus and its surrounding areas during night

9 Jun 2026 12:48 am
T.N. CM reviews MAWS schemes, stresses timely completion of projects

The Chief Minister also called for restoration of the Cooum river and Buckingham canal along with the ongoing Adyar River Restoration project

9 Jun 2026 12:47 am
Union demands increase in wages for contract workers

Several court cases related to regularisation of workers services are still pending

9 Jun 2026 12:37 am
Thundershowers likely to ease prolonged heat in northern districts

Light or moderate rainfall with thundershowers may occur during evening hours in Chennai

9 Jun 2026 12:34 am
Two men killed after lorry rams two-wheelers

The accident occurred at the Moolakothalam junction on Tiruvottiyur High Road when vehicles were waiting at a traffic signal

9 Jun 2026 12:34 am
Adyar Cancer Institute enables wider access to robotic cancer surgeries

Robotic-assisted cancer surgery, often limited by high cost and infrastructure needs, has been made more accessible through institutional support, donor funding and a subsidised care model

9 Jun 2026 12:32 am
GCC to increase lighting, CCTV cameras at Marina beach for safety

GCC commissioner G.S.Sameeran and City Police Commissioner A.Amalraj conduct a joint inspection of the Marina beach on Monday to assess the safety and security of visitors

9 Jun 2026 12:31 am
House pattas will be given to eligible SC/ST families within 5 years: Minister Vanni Arasu

He says the initiative to grant house e-pattas was among the governments top priorities and improving the condition of SC/ST hostels is another of its priorities

8 Jun 2026 11:37 pm
No incriminating material found in data retrieved fromTNPDCLs stolen hard disks

While 18 hard disks were reported stolen, the police found 34 hard disks in the possession of the suspect in Bengaluru. The case has been transferred toCB-CID from the Greater Chennai Police

8 Jun 2026 9:36 pm
AISF members detained for protesting without prior permission in Anna Nagar

The protesters displayed placards carrying slogans critical of the Union government

8 Jun 2026 9:27 pm
Foreigners who returned after voting in T.N. Assembly election come under the scanner

Central and State law-enforcement agencies are working with the Election Commission of India to obtain data on foreign nationals who might havevoted. Investigators have sought the assistance of the Bureau of Immigration in identifying foreign nationals who arrived in the State ahead of the election and departed within two to three days of polling

8 Jun 2026 7:02 pm
YouTuber Maridhas arrestedon charges of making derogatory remarks on woman Minister

The police claimed he published videos and posts againstMinisters, including a woman member of the Cabinet headed by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. The police said he also made remarks against ruling TVK functionaries

8 Jun 2026 4:20 pm
Man arrested for selling ganja and pain-relief tablets in Triplicane

The police seized 1.2 kg of ganja, 305 pain-relief tablets, 15,000 believed to be proceeds from the sale of narcotics, and eight syringes from his possession

8 Jun 2026 4:17 pm
Shut but open: closure of TASMAC liquor shops in Tamil Nadu

Every time a new party comes to power, closing liquor shops becomes one of its standard promises. But shops are eventually opened in other locations. Is the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam governments decision to shut 717 liquor shops near educational institutions and places of worship going to be any different, people wonder

8 Jun 2026 4:05 pm
Traffic police permit Chennai Corporation to start bridge construction on Ennore High Road

Chennai Corporation officials said the bridge is expected to ease traffic congestion in north Chennai and improve connectivity

8 Jun 2026 3:38 pm
CB-CID to probe theft of hard disks from TNPDCL

The theft case, initially handled by the Greater Chennai Police, was transferred to the CB-CID by DGP Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal

8 Jun 2026 3:02 pm
YouTuber Maridhas arrested for videos defaming TVK government

Sources said a case was registered against him by the Chennai City Cyber Crime Police for posting videos allegedly defaming the TVK-led coalition government in Tamil Nadu

8 Jun 2026 1:25 pm
T.N. CM Vijay plays chess with Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa

The Chief Minister also presented a cheque for 50 lakh to him

8 Jun 2026 1:00 pm
Will Metro Water ease these foot soldiers everyday ordeal?

A hand pump at a public square and a community water connection in Sholinganallur need urgent attention

8 Jun 2026 10:00 am
Nominations invitedfor Teachers Awards

The awards are for educators of Geography, Business Studies and Entrepreneurship, Computer Science, Economics, Physics, English, Environmental Sciences, and Mathematics, teaching classes IX to XII.

8 Jun 2026 9:59 am
Encroachments choke Station Roadaccess toChromepetstation

Narrow stretch, traders extensions and inadequate parking on Station Road worsen congestion; commuters seek relocation of shops and better traffic management

8 Jun 2026 9:56 am
Thiruvanmiyur Young Changemakers Club: 30 youngsters inducted to drive change

Young residents of the locality, those in the age group of 8 to 24, have joined hands to lead change and progress. Thiruvanmiyur Young Changemakers Club had its first meeting on June 6

8 Jun 2026 9:26 am
A peek into a riversidegarbage hotspot

A garbage dumping spot at Cooum near the bridge at Valluvarkottam High Road in Nungambakkam, a stones throw from Chetpet, is by no means isolated. It is among points along the river susceptible to garbage dumping; residents can be a pressure group ensuring these spots are redeemed, writes Lakshmy Harikrishnan

8 Jun 2026 7:30 am
Government hospitals share in organ donation rises in Tamil Nadu

A number of factors has contributed to this, including systematic reorientation for government doctors, standardisation of operational protocols, and multi-level periodic reviews

8 Jun 2026 12:22 am
Traffic police permit GCC to start bridge construction across LC2A on Ennore High Road

Chennai Corporation officials said the bridge is expected to ease traffic congestion in north Chennai and improve connectivity

8 Jun 2026 12:14 am
Manavala Nagar residents take to cartoons to flag sewage pollution near Putlur check dam

The clean stretch of Cooum near the check dam in Tiruvallur district is heading towards degradationas in urban stretches owing to sewage release. Residents who have been fighting for restoration of the portion have launched awareness campaigns through cartoons titled Koovam Kudineer

7 Jun 2026 11:55 pm
11 Metro Rail stations in phase II networkto have retail spaces

Such development measures can persuade people to use Metro trains, and strengthen CMRLs revenue stream, ensuring financial stability

7 Jun 2026 11:42 pm