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Udhayanidhi slams governor over saffronization of Thiruvalluvar, questions silence of TVK govt

A portrait of Thiruvallur with saffron robe was kept at Lok Bhavan to celebrate Vaikasi Anusham.

30 May 2026 9:34 pm
Sengottaiyan flays previous DMK govt for not having pursued legal remedies on Mekedatu dam issue

Sengottaiyan reiterated that chief minister C Joseph Vijay had urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to halt the move to build a dam in Mekedatu.

30 May 2026 8:06 pm
Chennai suburban train timings revised to improve operational efficiency; Southern Railway advises passengers to take note of changes

The revised schedule covers Chennai BeachChengalpet suburban services and connected sections towards Tirumalpur, Kancheepuram and Arakkonam.

30 May 2026 5:28 pm
CM Vijay to visit Trichy to 'express his gratitude'; city to witness his first public address after assuming office

The TVK chief is scheduled to arrive in Trichy at around 4 pm on Monday evening on a charted flight. From there, he is expected to undertake an informal roadshow.

30 May 2026 5:09 pm
Switch Mobility turns profitable, posts 100cr PAT in FY26

Plans New Products & Eyes New Applications

30 May 2026 4:00 am
US firm Bridge Green opens mineral recovery plant in Chennai

Plans 500cr To 1000cr investment in 5 Years

30 May 2026 4:00 am
29 May 2026 11:04 pm
Tamil Nadu govt moves NGT against Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam

The state has requested the tribunal to restrain Karnataka and other respondents from taking any steps at the site, including conducting bhoomi puja, until clearances are obtained under the relevant provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, and notifications issued under it.

29 May 2026 10:41 pm
Everyone is equal before God: VIP darshan in temples wrong and discriminatory, Madras high court says

The bench rejected a submission made by the states additional advocate-general, P V Balasubramaniam, that withdrawing paid VIP darshan would cause revenue loss to the temples.

29 May 2026 9:23 pm
Deadline is over; how many Tasmac shops have been closed by Vijay govt, Anbumani asks

PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss expressed disappointment as most liquor shops ordered to close by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay remain open. He demanded an official clarification on the number of closures and assurance that shops won't be relocated, highlighting continued disruption near schools and places of worship.

29 May 2026 8:22 pm
ED raid at Pinarayi Vijayans residence: Using central agencies for political vendetta is a grave threat to democracy, Ramadoss says

PMK founder S Ramadoss strongly condemned the Enforcement Directorate's raid on former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's residence, labeling it a political vendetta and a threat to democracy. He highlighted reports indicating no incriminating evidence was found, reinforcing suspicions of a politically motivated action. Ramadoss emphasized the need for independent central agencies, expressing concern over their misuse against political opponents.

29 May 2026 8:08 pm
TN minister Nirmalkumar slams Dk Shivakumars attempt to conduct bhoomi puja for the Mekedatu project

Emphasizing that all actions must be taken through proper legal provisions, the minister pointed out that Karnataka had only been asked to submit a detailed project report.

29 May 2026 7:53 pm
Tamil Nadu govt intensifies crackdown on illegal mining and quarrying

The action follows directions issued by minister for natural resources, minerals and mines T K Prabhu based on complaints that several quarries were extracting minerals beyond approved limits and violating environmental norms. Allegations had also surfaced that quarry monitoring mechanisms were not functioning effectively in some areas.

29 May 2026 7:35 pm
Vijay flayed for deteriorating law and order in Tamil Nadu, delay in launching Singapen striking force

Slamming the TVK-led administration over a recent spate of heinous crimes against women and children, Kanimozhi asked when would the govt crack down on the rising crime rate.

29 May 2026 6:00 pm
'Sofa model govt in deep sleep: Udhayanidhi Stalin on crime surge, Singapen shelved

Opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin criticized Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's government over a recent murder in Cuddalore, accusing the administration of being in deep sleep mode on law and order. He questioned the delay in launching the 'Singapen Special Force' for women's safety, highlighting public concern over rising crime and the government's perceived inaction.

29 May 2026 5:26 pm
Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal appointed head of Tamil Nadu police

Under the guidelines laid down by the Supreme Court in the Prakash Singh case, Aggarwal will hold the post of DGP and head of police force for a fixed tenure of two years from the date of assuming office.

29 May 2026 5:23 pm
AIADMK rebel Vijaya Baskar holds talks with loyalists amid buzz over switch to TVK

AIADMK MLA C. Vijaya Baskar held a consultative meeting with loyalists amid speculation of him joining the ruling TVK. The former minister stated that the meeting was to hear opinions, with a decision on his next course of action expected soon. Options discussed included remaining with AIADMK, stepping away from politics, or resigning to join TVK.

29 May 2026 12:41 pm