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Tamil Nadu News

The Times of India

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'Fraudulent' registration of Rs 100 crore Palani mutt land: Police register FIR, begin probe

Palani Adivaram police are investigating a fraudulent land registration case. A 1.4-acre land parcel worth Rs 100 crore was illegally registered. The land belongs to the Arulmigu Dhandayudapani Swami Mutt in Palani. Police have registered cases under five sections for cheating and forgery. Further legal action will be taken after examining all relevant documents.

13 Jul 2026 2:22 pm
Bird strike grounds British Airways flight to London from Chennai

A British Airways flight from Chennai to London was cancelled early Monday morning. The aircraft experienced a bird strike shortly before landing in Chennai. All 226 passengers were safely deplaned after the incident occurred. Engineers assessed the plane for damage, leading to the cancellation. British Airways confirmed the event and arranged hotel accommodation for affected passengers.

13 Jul 2026 11:46 am
'Will bring political change in 2031': Annamalai says TVK may stumble, we should help

K Annamalai launched his 'We the Leaders' forum advocating healthy politics and societal change. He urged support for new legislators, emphasizing guidance over criticism. The forum plans extensive anti-drug awareness campaigns and environmental initiatives. Future efforts will focus on women's safety and children's welfare. Annamalai also announced plans for improving education and health services.

13 Jul 2026 8:33 am
Powering the turnaround

To Meet Rising Power Demands, TN Requires Transmission Upgrades, Better Energy Storage Infra, Smarter Power Procurement

13 Jul 2026 4:00 am
Chennai families await repatriation of Vietnam speedboat tragedy victims

Uncertainty deepens for kin of Chennai victims of Vietnam tragedy

12 Jul 2026 11:53 pm
Boy, 3, killed after iron plate falls from crane at drainage work site

5 Metrowater Staff Held, Residents Stage Road Roko

12 Jul 2026 10:21 pm
Karnataka Enacts Landmark Law Against Honour Killings, Tamil Nadu Still Debating Similar Legislation

Tamil Nadu, Known For Landmark Changes To Marriage Laws, Continues To Drag Its Feet On Law Against Caste Crimes

12 Jul 2026 9:40 pm
TN govt schools introduce student ministers to boost leadership, civic responsibility

The initiative, integrated with the existing Magizh Mutram system (a house system), will see every school elect ministers from each of the 5 houses (Kurinji, Mullai, Neithal, Marutham and Paalai) for education; safety; information and communication; environment and climate change; and hygiene and sanitation. Every student-minister will discharge duties concerning their portfolios

12 Jul 2026 7:41 pm
'Big wave tipped it': 10 tourists from Tamil Nadu killed as boat capsizes in Vietnam

A speedboat carrying Indian tourists capsized near Vietnam's Phu Quoc island. Fifteen Indian tourists were killed and seventeen others sustained injuries in the accident. Ten of the deceased tourists hailed from Tamil Nadu, including businessmen and cellphone company agents. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay expressed grief and ordered officials to coordinate repatriation efforts. Political leaders across Tamil Nadu offered condolences to the bereaved families.

12 Jul 2026 8:02 am