A robber posed as a courier delivery man and attempted to steal a gold chain from a woman in a Chennai residential apartment. The suspect, identified as Sachin, was apprehended within hours, thanks to CCTV footage, and has been linked to over 10 crime cases in the city.

Bhasker Sekar has transformed his adolescent job as a trekking guide into a full-time vocation supporting 600 children from tea estates in Munnar. Using earnings from tour packages, Bhasker provides essential educational supplies, improving the lives of children who face significant challenges in accessing basic resources.

Samsung India employees union has issued a notice to strike at the companys consumer durables facility. The union demands the end of discriminatory wage agreements and the revocation of the suspension of 23 employees. They allege the company offers selective salary hikes to weaken the trade union.

Six new products from Tamil Nadu have been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, bringing the state's total to 69. These products, renowned for their unique qualities, include Panruti Jackfruit, Panruti Cashew, Puliyankudi Acid Lime, Virudhunagar Samba Vathal, Chettikulam Small Onion, and Ramanadu Chithiraikar Rice.

DMK MP A Raja urged party cadres to avoid Hindu religious symbols while donning party attire, sparking controversy. His comments, which went viral, prompted the DMK to clarify that these were his personal views, not the party's. BJP leaders responded with criticism, accusing Raja of attempting to create community rifts and misrepresent Hindu practices.