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Tamil Nadu News

The Times of India

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Modern-day Nero: BJP attacks MK Stalin over rising violence against women in Tamil Nadu

BJP spokesperson CR Kesavan has fiercely criticized Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, likening his government to Nero for allegedly neglecting rising violence against women. Kesavan questioned the silence of national women's rights advocates from allied parties, while Prime Minister Modi previously warned of deteriorating law and order, promising enhanced safety for women under the NDA.

15 Mar 2026 1:16 pm
More than 20 students injured as goods train rams college bus near Karur in Tamil Nadu

Locals rescued the injured students and sent them to nearby hospitals.

14 Mar 2026 8:15 pm
MRTS extension opens after 2 decades, commuters face first-day confusion

The 4.5km MRTS extension from Velachery to St Thomas Mount has finally opened, creating Chennai's second intermodal hub. While two of the three new stations are operational, commuters faced confusion regarding platform assignments and access issues at Puzhuthivakkam. Despite initial hiccups, the extension is welcomed for improving city-wide rail connectivity.

14 Mar 2026 1:38 pm
Activists blacken Hindi words on signboards at Coimbatores Singanallur railway station

Over the past week, several organisations, including the May 17 Movement and various Dravidian parties, have intensified direct action demonstrations.

13 Mar 2026 8:28 pm
Students, doctors protest move to privatise veterinary education in Tamil Nadu

Members of the Tamil Nadu Veterinary Assistant Surgeons Association extended support to the agitation by observing a one-day token casual leave protest.

13 Mar 2026 6:31 pm