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The Times of India

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Vitiligo Awareness Grows in Tamil Nadu, But Stigma and Myths Persist

Three decades of activism has helped challenge myths around the auto-immune condition, but the fight for equal opportunities is far from over

24 Jun 2026 11:13 pm
Thirumavalavan says Vijays gesture is unbecoming of CM, urges him to uphold tradition of TN assembly

Referring to the parables and his sarcastic remarks, targeting leader of the opposition and DMK chief Stalin, the VCK leader said such comments should be avoided even on party platforms.

24 Jun 2026 9:37 pm
Move to transfer 152 super-specialty seats to all India quota: How can deserving candidates afford private hospitals, wonders Supreme Court

The observations were made on a plea challenging the proposal to transfer 152 vacant super-specialty seats earmarked for in-service govt doctors in Tamil Nadu to the all-India quota.

24 Jun 2026 9:19 pm
Anbumani meets father Ramadoss after months, falls at his feet, reconciles with him with tears and deep embrace

Upon their arrival, household staff performed traditional Aarthi rituals and smashed a sacrificial coconut to ward off evil eyes. When father and son stood face-to-face after 18 months, emotions completely overwhelmed Ramadoss, who instantly hugged Anbumani tightly and wept uncontrollably.

24 Jun 2026 9:10 pm
TN bypolls: First round of EVM verification concludes in five of six vacant constituencies

The upcoming byelections will decide the fate of Trichy East, Maduranthakam, Dharapuram, Ambasamudram, Perundurai and Viralimalai.

24 Jun 2026 6:31 pm
When MLAs exit party, public foots the bill

Legislators Have The Right To Defect Or Resign, But It Often Results In Costly Bypolls, The Burden Of Which Is Borne By Taxpayers

23 Jun 2026 10:50 pm
23 Jun 2026 10:18 pm
Waste management a mess in GCC handled zones

3 Sites Generate Up To 1K Tonne Waste

23 Jun 2026 10:11 pm
CBSE revaluation delays TNAU UG rank list; counselling schedule may slip

TNAU had earlier indicated that the rank list would be released on June 23. Students, who applied and were awaiting the list, have been informed that the publication has now been postponed due to the ongoing CBSE Plus 2 revaluation process.

23 Jun 2026 9:01 pm
TNEA 2026: Tamil Nadu to release engineering rank list on July 1

TNEA scheduled to release the engineering rank list for 2.45 lakh students on June 29. Following the delay in releasing the CBSE Class XII results, the release of the rank list has been postponed to July 1.

23 Jun 2026 6:37 pm
CM Vijay slams DMK in hour-long speech, defends govt record on corruption, state rights and Tamil identity

Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay launched a strong attack on the opposition DMK, urging people to grant him time to eradicate corruption and fulfill promises. He vowed to hold all corrupt individuals accountable, dismissing the DMK's long-standing tactics as outdated. Vijay also countered Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin's remarks, emphasizing his government's commitment to Tamil identity and state rights, while rejecting criticisms of their governance style.

23 Jun 2026 12:30 pm
ED searches 18 locations in Tamil Nadu over recruitment exam manipulation case

The Enforcement Directorate has initiated extensive searches across Tamil Nadu, targeting 18 locations in Chennai, Trichy, Coimbatore, and Madurai. This operation is linked to a 2017 scam involving the manipulation of polytechnic teacher recruitment exam results. Allegations suggest middlemen were involved in inflating candidate scores for financial gain. The ED is investigating potential money laundering activities following an earlier chargesheet filed by Chennai police.

23 Jun 2026 10:02 am
Tamil Nadu ammonia leak: Another worker dies, death toll rises to 9, 69 under treatment

Tragedy struck a seafood processing unit in Tiruvallur as an ammonia gas leak claimed its ninth victim, an Assam resident, on Tuesday. All nine deceased are women. The incident, which occurred during routine operations, left many workers with severe respiratory issues. Health officials are now urging continuous monitoring for delayed complications and safety audits across similar facilities.

23 Jun 2026 9:58 am
TechnoSport ramps up activewear capacity, eyes retail & exports growth

Topline Expected To Grow To 1,000cr In FY27, Up From 600cr In FY26

23 Jun 2026 4:00 am
University of Madras Finds High Recidivism in Tamil Nadu Juvenile Homes

Most juvenile homes operate like prisons, say researchers

22 Jun 2026 11:52 pm