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Tamil Nadu has added five new products to its Geographical Indication (GI) list, including Thooyamalli rice, Namakkal soapstone utensils, and Kavindapadi country sugar. This expansion brings the state's total GI products to 74, recognizing the unique heritage and craftsmanship of these items.

Markets in Salem, Namakkal, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri and Erode districts saw brisk business with akal lamps stacked on roadside stands, shops, carts and shopping streets.

Chennai airport faced significant disruptions on Tuesday. Twelve domestic flights were cancelled, impacting travel to and from cities like Kochi, Guwahati, and Mumbai. Ten flights, including international services from Qatar and Singapore, experienced delays of at least an hour. IndiGo cited operational constraints for its cancellations. Airport authorities confirmed weather was not a factor in the disruptions.

Around 25 commuters were stranded in a Chennai metro train for nearly 30 minutes in an underground tunnel early Tuesday. The train stopped due to a dual battery failure in its controlling units, forcing passengers to walk to the High Court station. Normal operations resumed shortly after.

A deep depression, a remnant of Cyclone Ditwah, has turned back towards the east coast, prompting a red alert for Chennai and neighboring districts. Extremely heavy rainfall is expected in northern Tamil Nadu. The system is currently very close to the coast and is forecast to weaken before making landfall south of Chennai.

Cyclone Ditwah brought Chennai to a standstill on Monday with relentless rain and severe waterlogging. Floodwaters rose to nearly two feet in many areas, submerging key roads and forcing thousands to halt their journeys. Emergency services were slowed, and residents were urged to stay indoors as the city grappled with the storm's impact.

The BJP has reportedly urged T.T.V. Dhinakaran to pause his potential alliance with Vijay's TVK, seeking direct talks to resolve his demands. Dhinakaran remains firm on replacing Edappadi K. Palaniswami as AIADMK's chief ministerial candidate, while the BJP views AMMK as a crucial asset for the 2026 elections.

Chennai Metro commuters experienced significant disruption Tuesday morning as a train stalled between High Court and Central Metro stations due to a technical fault, suspected to be a power failure. Passengers were left stranded for a period before normal services were restored by 6:20 am, easing the flow on the affected route.

A deep depression, a remnant of Cyclone Ditwah, is inching closer to the East Coast, prompting a red alert for four northern Tamil Nadu districts. Extremely heavy rainfall is expected in Chennai and surrounding areas until Tuesday morning. The weather system is forecast to weaken and make landfall south of Chennai later today or tonight.

Cyclone Ditwah, after weakening, surprised Chennai with a deluge on Monday morning, causing widespread flooding and traffic disruptions. The India Meteorological Department issued orange and red alerts for the city and Tiruvallur respectively. Weathermen predict continued heavy rain for the region as the system lingers offshore.

Twenty years ago, Kamakshi faced stigma after her husband's death from HIV. Now, she's an outreach worker in Chennai, helping patients access treatment. Tamil Nadu's success in lowering HIV rates, including zero mother-to-child transmission, is attributed to such dedicated efforts and a robust healthcare system, despite ongoing challenges with high-risk groups.

Tamil Nadu's political landscape is gearing up for the 2026 elections with parties forging alliances. The DMK-led front aims for a repeat victory, while the AIADMK-led NDA seeks to strengthen its position. The emergence of actor Vijay's party adds a new dynamic, potentially impacting the established fronts and the outcome of the polls.

The water level in the dam first rose to 100 feet on Oct 23, 2024, and was successively replenished.

Around 160 passengers were said to be on board the aircraft.