The Times of India

A Class VIII textbook's mention of judicial corruption sparked Supreme Court intervention, halting circulation. The article argues civic education requires foundational understanding before addressing institutional flaws. Tamil Nadu's intellectual tradition emphasizes questioning power while respecting institutions. Presenting controversies like NEET as systemic failure, rather than constitutional process, is pedagogical malpractice. Mature curricula should introduce criticism after establishing

MDMK will contest in three constituencies on DMKs rising sun symbol and in the remaining one constituency, it will contest on a symbol allocated by the Election Commission of India

We are working day and night (for the welfare of the people), and we will continue to do so, the PM said after inaugurating some completed projects and laying the foundation for new projects.

A commercial LPG shortage is impacting corporate canteens, hostels, and wedding halls across Chennai. Hostels are already rationing services, with some facilities halting coffee, tea, and certain dishes due to soaring cylinder prices. Wedding caterers are discussing adjustments with clients, while hospitals, though currently stable, anticipate potential disruptions and are considering menu simplifications and shifts to electric cooking.

Chennai's hotels and eateries face an LPG crisis, with many threatening to close by Tuesday night due to supply cuts. Oil companies have reduced deliveries of commercial cylinders, impacting over 10,000 establishments. The Chennai Hotels Association has appealed to the Prime Minister and Chief Minister for urgent intervention to restore gas supplies and prevent widespread shutdowns.

Over the past three years, Dharanidharan has shown good consistency, clinching several medals and breaking records along the way in state-level competitions.

A new study in Chennai highlights a natural insecticide derived from soil bacteria as a promising solution for mosquito control. Tested in water tanks, the biolarvicide Natular effectively killed malaria-causing larvae and prevented emergence for weeks, offering a potentially more sustainable alternative to current chemical fogging methods.

Operating from Sathirakudi village and Paramakudi town in Ramanathapuram district, the gang converted about Rs100 crore of cybercrime proceeds into cryptocurrency and transferred the funds to offshore syndicates, said the Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime Wing.

The move comes a day before the PMs visit to Tamil Nadu.

Restaurants across Tamil Nadu face a bleak future as commercial LPG cylinder supplies dwindle, with existing stock expected to last only one to two days. Hotels are reducing food item offerings to conserve gas, likening the situation to a COVID-19 lockdown. The Tamil Nadu Hotels Association has appealed to the Centre to withdraw an order suspending commercial LPG cylinder supplies.

A heartwarming video of a first-time father's emotional reaction to holding his newborn has gone viral, amassing millions of views. The footage, shared by Dr. Suganya Saravanakumar, shows the father's trembling hands and nervous yet joyful expression as he cradles his baby for the first time. Netizens praised his authentic vulnerability and the touching moment.