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Tamil Nadu News

The Times of India

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IIT Madras to organise GATE 2027; exams scheduled from February 6 to 21

IIT Madras will conduct the GATE 2027 examination from February sixth to twenty-first. The computer-based test will feature thirty papers and a revised syllabus. A new robotics and automation paper is being introduced for the first time. Textile engineering and fibre science will now be a sectional paper. GATE scores are accepted for postgraduate admissions and recruitment by various organizations.

20 Jul 2026 4:29 pm
25% of Tamil Nadu budget should go to agriculture: PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss

PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss proposed a 25% state budget allocation for agriculture. This allocation aims to revive the sector and increase farmers' income significantly. The shadow budget includes substantial funds for agriculture and irrigation projects. Special initiatives and an expert committee are suggested for farming profitability. The proposal also seeks to restore water bodies and protect agricultural land.

20 Jul 2026 2:23 pm
Chennai horror: Teen strangles and stabs mother to death, then shouts for help

A 43-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her 19-year-old son in Perungudi. The accused reportedly strangled and stabbed his mother during the early morning hours. Police arrested the son, Rakesh, shortly after the incident occurred. Preliminary inquiries suggest the son faced mental health issues and academic failure. Investigators are examining all circumstances surrounding this tragic event.

20 Jul 2026 1:38 pm
20-year-old history-sheeter hacked to death near home in Chennai; police suspect previous enmity

A 20-year-old history-sheeter named Ajay was hacked to death by a four-member gang. The incident occurred late Sunday night near his residence in Washermenpet, Chennai. Police suspect previous enmity as the motive behind this fatal attack. Ajay was returning home on his motorcycle when the attackers intercepted him. Investigators are now examining CCTV footage and questioning witnesses to identify the suspects.

20 Jul 2026 1:20 pm
DMK MLA GV Markandeyan arrested over alleged threat against Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay

Vilathikulam DMK MLA GV Markandeyan was arrested by police after allegedly making threatening and controversial remarks against Tamil Nadu chief minister C. Joseph Vijay during a public meeting in Kovilpatti. His supporters protested the arrest, while police detained him, questioned him, and planned to produce him before a court, triggering political reactions.

20 Jul 2026 8:59 am
How PE-VC capital is reshaping states firms

Firms In TN Turn To Private Equity To Fund Growth. Investors Bring Guidance, Expertise, And Governance Support To The Table

20 Jul 2026 4:00 am
Raja Wahab Kashmiri: Student leader from Uri who became a star of the Tamil talkie

Raja Wahab Kashmiri Had Screen Presence Of A Young Rajini, Said Writer Jayakanthan, But As For His Tamil, It Was Atrocious

20 Jul 2026 12:14 am
Dying young: How CMBT became a footnote in the bus transport scene

Kilambakkam eats into Koyambedu; Desolate bus bays a safety hazard

20 Jul 2026 12:05 am
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Tamil Nadu is seeing golden era under CM Vijay, minister Sengottaiyan claims

Sengottaiyan reiterated the govts commitment to implement a complete liquor ban.

18 Jul 2026 6:08 pm