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The Times of India

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CPM hits out at DMK and TVK for proposal on Mekedatu tribunal

Shanmugam demands Vijay to remove clause in assembly resolution seeking tribunal. PMK too opposes tribute

21 Jun 2026 10:10 pm
GCC scales up sterilisation efforts

Plans To Conduct 350-400 Surgeries In A Day

21 Jun 2026 9:26 pm
7 dead, over 40 hospitalised after ammonia gas leak at seafood unit in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district

Tragedy struck a seafood processing plant in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district on Sunday when an ammonia gas leak claimed seven lives and hospitalised over 40 individuals. Workers and others at the Manjankaranai facility reportedly collapsed after inhaling the toxic fumes. Emergency services swiftly responded, securing the area and working to control the leak. Those affected were rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention.

21 Jun 2026 2:18 pm
CPI-affiliated farmers association & AIADMK oppose amended Mekedatu resolution

Tamil Nadu govt sent the copy of resolution to the Union govt on Friday evening itself.

21 Jun 2026 1:00 am
TN to outsource waste collection in 12 corpns

Tenders Floated To Appoint Consultancies For Planning

21 Jun 2026 12:33 am
IUML withdraws from DMK-led alliance, ends long-standing partnership in Tamil Nadu

The Indian Union Muslim League has exited the DMK-led alliance in Tamil Nadu, concluding a long-standing political partnership. This decision was finalized at the party's general council meeting in Chennai. The IUML stated that future alliance decisions will be made in anticipation of local body elections.

20 Jun 2026 1:56 pm
Leader of opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin slams Assembly live-stream blackout

Opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has accused the government of censoring assembly proceedings, alleging that live telecasts were stopped and only edited videos featuring ruling party ministers were released. He criticized this as a violation of democratic principles and a suppression of opposition voices, questioning if silencing elected representatives aligns with the promised change.

20 Jun 2026 1:26 pm
K Annamalai slams TVK functionaries for entering school, filming reels, and hanging CM Vijays photo

K Annamalai has strongly criticized Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam members for filming social media reels inside a government school classroom near Uthiramerur. He highlighted the irony of this disruption given the poor infrastructure in many state schools. Annamalai urged the Chief Minister and Education Minister to prevent such indiscipline, emphasizing that ruling party affiliation doesn't permit disturbing students or educational activities.

20 Jun 2026 1:00 pm
R Manivannan steps down as TNERC chairman; state govt to form search committee soon

Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC) faces a complete leadership vacuum as Chairman R Manivannan resigned on Friday, following two vacant member posts. Director (engineering) John Sundararaj also stepped down. This comes after other high-profile officers, including retired IPS officers, left key state positions. The government is expected to form a search committee to fill the vacant roles.

20 Jun 2026 11:11 am
Tasmac outlets to get smarter, sell more imported brands of liquor

To hit elite shops first; move to improve ambience of standard shops

19 Jun 2026 11:56 pm
Thirumazhisai stays a ghost town while private housing booms nearby

Both Tamil Nadu Housing Boards Township Project From The 1990s And Chennai Metropolitan Development Authoritys Recent 15-Minute Satellite City Proposal Fail To Take Off

19 Jun 2026 11:35 pm
NGO study flags gaps in bus connectivity

Seven Of Citys Localities Need Attention

19 Jun 2026 10:33 pm
GCC, highways dept to build more bridges across Virugambakkam canal

11 bridges with narrow vents will be demolished as they cause backflow

19 Jun 2026 10:19 pm