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Tamil Nadu News

The Times of India

Tamil Nadu / The Times of India

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
LPG shortage shuts 30% of Chennai hotels

Chennai's hospitality sector faces a grim holiday and wedding season due to an LPG shortage. Hotels fear a significant drop in occupancy, with many already forced to close. Caterers are concerned about order cancellations. While some explore biogas and firewood, these alternatives present challenges, impacting operations and costs, potentially dampening festive events.

13 Mar 2026 3:41 pm