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T.N. Startup Summit: Panellists stress need for policy framework that fosters inclusivity in startups

During a session on Building a diverse startup ecosystem: inclusion and gender equality, panellists discussed the power of inclusive technology, role of academic institutions in fostering the same, and how inclusion must be unbiased

24 Apr 2025 2:26 pm
Tamil Nadus startup growth a reflection of its potential, says Atul Anand at T.N. Startup Summit 2025

One of the reasons [for the States success] is our multisectoral approach. It is a rich mix that will make Tamil Nadu the hub of the startup ecosystem, said the Additional Chief Secretary, MSME Department, at the Tamil Nadu Startup Summit 2025

24 Apr 2025 12:34 pm
Bon voyage, baby turtles: Olive Ridley hatchlings given a warm send-off near Chennais Elliots beach

We bid farewell to a batch of baby Olive Ridley turtles, and hear from experts about the fascinating creatures that trust our shore with their new-borns every year

24 Apr 2025 12:29 pm
Temporary sanitation workers welfare help desks launched by Chennai Corporation

Identity cards and information booklets were also distributed to registered members of the Board

24 Apr 2025 7:52 am
Sithalapakkam residents complain of sewage being let out on vast, open land

Residents irked by foul stench, say they are unable to use bore wells. Sithalapakkam panchayat president claims he has warned those who were dumping the sewage

24 Apr 2025 12:59 am
On the tail of a tagged Curlew sandpiper

At the end of every wintering season, one can have only a broad idea about where a migratory bird would breed, unless it is tagged. The latest illustration of how bird tagging helps conservation efforts comes from Kelambakkam backwaters on the southern rim of Chennai

23 Apr 2025 6:00 pm
T.N. government approves Chennai Metro Rails Airport-Kilambakkam project, forwards proposal to Centre

The project would significantly improve the commute for those residing in the citys southern areas, such as Chromepet, Pallavaram, Tambaram, and Perungalathur

23 Apr 2025 2:09 pm
World Book Day: Discover TOLO, Chennais free book exchange project

A free book exchange project, TOLO (Take One Leave One) aims to remind one of the joy of delving into the pages of a book, anytime and anywhere

23 Apr 2025 1:18 pm
Chennai police arrest two from Maharashtra for smuggling drugs, seize 300 kg of ganja

They allegedly smuggled ganja from Andhra Pradesh, the police said

23 Apr 2025 12:12 pm
TASMAC versus ED case: Madras High Court dismisses pleas against search and seizure operation

Justices S.M. Subramaniam and K. Rajasekarsay people would be the best judges to decide whether there is any political motive behind the search operation

23 Apr 2025 11:18 am
History in frames: marking moments in print with The Hindusfront pages

Relive the News, Relive the Day, an initiative launched by The Hindu, allows readers to request a framed reprint of the newspapers front page from any date, going back as far as 1880.

23 Apr 2025 2:25 am
Fishing communities raise concern about impact of groynes

Structures built along the coast of Chengalpattu district to curb erosion have made it difficult for boats to approach the shore, say fisherfolk

23 Apr 2025 2:19 am
City parks struggle with rusty and battered play equipment

Parents complain about the neglected condition of the parks and outdated equipment; they voice concern about the safety of their children, call for an upgrade with better infrastructure

23 Apr 2025 2:12 am
Pedestrian crossings blocked for easing traffic on key road

The changes on Velachery-Tambaram High Road in Madipakkam to ease congestion in the area have only caused more hurdles, says a motorist

23 Apr 2025 1:08 am
Seek clarifications after understanding NEP, Fadnavis tells Stalin

His response comes a day after Mr. Stalin sought a clarification from the Prime Minister and the Union Education Minister whether the Centre officially endorsed Mr. Fadnavis position that no language other than Marathi is compulsory in Maharashtra as the third language under the NEP

23 Apr 2025 12:31 am
Tasmac employees get a salary hike of 2,000

In a reply to a question during the demand for grants for the Prohibition and Excise Department, Prohibition and Excise Minister V. Senthilbalaji said the hike would be across the board for all 23,629 employees

23 Apr 2025 12:27 am
Udangudi power plants to be commissioned by the end of 2025, says Electricity Minister

Speaking at the Assembly, Senthilbalaji says the first of the two 660-MW facilities will be commissioned by July, with the second likely to be ready in October. Similarly, 60% of work on the Ennore SEZ power project has been completed, and it is expected to be operational by March 2026, he adds

23 Apr 2025 12:16 am
Chennai River Restoration Trust to restore 12 waterbodies across T.N.: Minister

The Chennai River Restoration Trust (CRRT), which undertook the Adyar project, will restore 12 major waterbodies across Tamil Nadu

22 Apr 2025 3:25 pm
EMU train coach derails at Chennai Beach railway station

Southern Railway said at 11:08 a.m., a coach of the EMU, while leaving Chennai Beach suburban yard, got derailed. No casualty or injury was reported.

22 Apr 2025 2:29 pm
T.N. CM Stalin unveils statue of Dr. V. Shanta at Adyar Cancer Institute

The CM offered floral respects to Dr. Shantas statue, honouring her remarkable legacy in revolutionising cancer treatment in the country

22 Apr 2025 12:44 pm
New traffic diversions cause congestion on Anna Salai, Cenotaph Road, and beyond

With Monday being the first working day since the changes came into effect, motorists found themselves stuck in serpentine lines. They complained that the police did not inform them about the traffic trial beforehand, and the signage provided on roads was insufficient and lacked visibility

22 Apr 2025 12:44 am
Residents allege haphazard pruning of trees in Mylapore

They say that trees have been trimmed and large branches cut at night over the past few days. Trees cannot be cut without the permission of the District Green Committee, says GCC official

22 Apr 2025 12:41 am
Stone quarries, crusher units call off indefinite strike

The move comes after talks with Water Resources Minister Duraimurugan and senior government officials

21 Apr 2025 10:33 pm
NGT questions Tambaram Corporation Commissioners absence in biomedical waste dumping case

The tribunal wanted clarification on how the civic body had issued receipts to the private hospitals before receiving the payment for the penalties imposed on them

21 Apr 2025 10:19 pm
500 new postgraduate medical seats will be created, says the Health Minister

A scheme to provide nutritious food to patients undergoing haemodialysis at all government medical college hospitals and grant of 1,000 every month to 7,618 children affected with HIV/AIDS for their nutrition, education, and medical needs are among the announcements made by Ma. Subramanian

21 Apr 2025 10:10 pm
Nearly 60% of residents in Kastruba Nagar segregate waste thanks to We Segregate initiative

Chennai Resilience Centre, a voluntary organisation, and Okapi Research and Advisory to collaborate with Chennai South MP to strengthen ongoing initiatives

21 Apr 2025 10:08 pm
3 more localities in Tambaram Corporation to get underground drainage

The State government has given approval for the project in Madambakkam, Sembakkam, and Chitlapakkam

21 Apr 2025 9:01 pm
Nominations open for Nursing Excellence Award 2025 in Tamil Nadu

The deadline for submissions is 5:00 p.m. on April 26

21 Apr 2025 8:55 pm
Four arrested for murder of history-sheeter in Vyasarpadi

The police have launched a search for the other suspects

21 Apr 2025 8:17 pm