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Chennai Researchers Launch Citys First Comprehensive Frog Survey

Preliminary surveys have documented eight species

27 Jul 2026 11:04 pm
Madurai Residents Throw Birthday Bash for 107-Year-Old Banyan Tree

Students, activists rally around the giant to celebrate and protect eco-heritage

27 Jul 2026 10:58 pm
Tamil Nadu excavators unearth ancient shell industry off Gulf of Mannar

Archaeologists said conch shells are aplenty in the shallow waters of Gulf of Mannar.

27 Jul 2026 10:52 pm
Cauvery water issue: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to meet Karnataka chief minister D K Shivakumar on August 3

TVK govt is keen to exhaust all available options, including bilateral talks, before approaching the Supreme Court for relief.

27 Jul 2026 9:14 pm
'Could open floodgates': Why Madras high court quashed govt jobs for Karur stampede victims' kin

The Madras High Court's Madurai Bench recently invalidated the allocation of government jobs to the relatives of victims from the Karur stampede. The ruling highlighted concerns over constitutional principles of equality and the right to equal opportunity in public service. The court pointed out that current waiting lists for compassionate appointments had been ignored.

27 Jul 2026 7:02 pm
Class 11 girl battles for life after man stabs her for rejecting advances in TN

A 16-year-old girl is fighting for her life after a stabbing incident. The accused, Iyappan, allegedly attacked her when she rejected his advances. He had previously done electrical repair work at her residence in Cuddalore. The girl was alone at home when the attack occurred on Sunday. Police have registered a case and are searching for the absconding accused.

27 Jul 2026 10:18 am
Chennai court orders fresh probe into Rs 28 crore bribery case against DMK MLA Vaithilingam

A Chennai court ordered a new investigation into an alleged bribery case. The probe concerns former minister Vaithilingam and a Rs 28-crore bribe accusation. An anti-corruption NGO challenged the earlier closure of this significant investigation. The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption will now conduct the extended inquiry. This renewed investigation is expected to be completed within the next three months.

27 Jul 2026 9:45 am
Ration shop in Tamil Nadu turns into library, sparks reading trend

Velu Chinnasamy transformed a Kolapakkam fair price shop into a community hub. He added amenities like chairs, fans, and drinking water for residents. A community library, Thiruvalluvar Noolagam, was established with resident contributions and support. The library now offers various books, benefiting students and senior citizens alike. Plans are underway to expand the library with more seating and lighting.

27 Jul 2026 7:30 am
TNs critical minerals opportunity

Global shifts and domestic incentives create opportunities across the critical minerals value chain, attracting investment and strengthening manufacturing.

27 Jul 2026 12:08 am
Why India Needs National Agricultural Intelligence Network

Our farmers need an AI-powered agriculture platform to guide them on what to grow and why, when to irrigate, how to manage pests and where to sell produce

26 Jul 2026 10:32 pm