Vietnam: Maiden Air Travel Ends in Tragedy for Andhra Resident
Of the 15 victims, 10 were from Tamil Nadu, three were from Andhra Pradesh, and two were from Kerala.
PhD Holder Works As Cab Driver To Support Family, Earns Just Rs 30,000 As Contract Lecturer
A PhD holder in English Literature from Tamil Nadu is driving a cab to support his family while earning just Rs 30,000 as a contract lecturer.
Gold paste worth 2 crore seized from Tamil Nadu couple at Kochi airport
Gold was concealed inside the stitched waistline of the trousers worn by the the accused
Boiler Explosion in Tamil Nadu Steel Plant Claims Life of Migrant Worker
Chennai, July 14: A tragic incident occurred at a steel melting unit in the SIPCOT industrial area of Gummidipoondi, Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, on Tuesday, resulting in the death of a migrant worker and serious injuries to four others. The explosion of a boiler led to a massive fire in the factory, prompting extensive rescue ... Read more Boiler Explosion in Tamil Nadu Steel Plant Claims Life of Migrant Worker
IMD warns of heavy rain in East as heatwave grips South India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a sharp weather divide this week, with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall expected across eastern and northeastern states, while hot, humid conditions and heatwave warnings continue for parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and eastern coastal regions over the next few days.
1 killed, 7 injured as boiler explodes at steel melting unit in Tamil Nadu
A furnace boiler exploded at a steel melting unit in Gummidipoondi, killing one worker. Seven other guest workers sustained severe burn injuries in the powerful blast. Molten metal splashed onto the injured workers during the incident. Fire and rescue services controlled the blaze and rescued the injured. Police are investigating the cause of the fatal explosion.
Pricol maintains high R&D spend for edge over competition
Tamil Nadu Government Reshuffles IAS and IPS Officers
Chennai, July 14: The Tamil Nadu government has made significant administrative changes by issuing orders for the transfer and new appointments of senior IAS and IPS officers. The government has clarified that all orders will take immediate effect. According to the orders released by the Home (Special Cell) Department, A. Arun, IPS, who was serving ... Read more Tamil Nadu Government Reshuffles IAS and IPS Officers
Madras High Court puts cow slaughter ban in Tamil Nadu on hold
The Supreme Court has stayed a Madras High Court order. This ruling had prohibited cow and calf slaughter on any day. The Tamil Nadu government argued the order contradicted existing laws. The high court's directive went beyond the petitioner's original request. The Supreme Court issued notices and paused the high court's operation.
No evidence of highly virulent COVID-19 variant in T.N., says Health department
12 inmates escape from Govt. Place of Safety, one arrested
As a movie was being screened for the inmates, more than 10 of them allegedly escaped
Expedite road project to link Pazhavanthangal subway and Fifth Main Road, say residents
They say that the land acquisition is yet to be completedand the project would ease traffic congestion. Alandur MLA M. Harish says that the project is expected to be completed by October
CPI state secretary says horse-trading is going on in Tamil Nadu
From Soil to Sensors: How Artificial Intelligence Is Revolutionising Indian Agriculture
Imagine walking through a coconut orchard in Tamil Nadu where every tree is monitored by solar-powered sensors, irrigation happens automatically when the soil dries out, and a farmer can track water usage, fertiliser needs and crop healthall from a mobile phone. This isn't science fiction. This is the new reality of Indian agriculture, and it's happening right now. Meet Rajaratnam Kanakarajan, a coconut farmer from Pollachi, Tamil Nadu. Two years ago, he was struggling with unpredictable yields and rising input costs. Today, after adopting an AI-powered precision farming system developed by the agritech startup Farm Again, his coconut yield has doubledfrom 80 to 160 nuts per tree per year. His annual income jumped from 12.16 lakh to 33.82 lakh. And he's not alone. According to a report by NITI Aayog (2025), over 3,500 farmers across 4,000 acres in Tamil Nadu are now benefiting from this technology, collectively saving more than 400,000 cubic metres of water and 175,000 kWh of energy annually, while avoiding approximately 20,000 tonnes of CO emissions. The locally developed technology also reduced the implementation cost from 25 lakh per acre for imported systems to just 2.5 lakh per acre, making precision agriculture more affordable for Indian farmers (NITI Aayog, 2025). This is the story of how Artificial Intelligence is transforming traditional agriculture into something smarter, more sustainable and far more profitable. The Perfect Storm: Why Agriculture Needs AI Now Here's the challenge we're facing: the global population is expected to reach approximately 9.7 billion by 2050, and according to the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO, 2023), agriculture will need to produce nearly 50 percent more food than current levels. At the same time, India's agricultural land has been shrinkingfrom a peak of 184.8 million hectares in 1975 to approximately 179.9 million hectares today (Land Use Statistics at a Glance, 2023)while the country's population has ballooned to 1.45 billion (Worldometer, 2025). Nearly 735 million people worldwide currently suffer from undernourishment, highlighting the persistent challenge of food insecurity (FAO, 2023). Meanwhile, farmers are disappearing from fields. According to the World Bank Employment in Agriculture Database and Periodic Labour Force Survey reports, the share of India's workforce engaged in agriculture has dropped from 59.1% in 1991 to 40.6% in 2020, and it's projected to fall to about 32% by 2030 (World Bank, 2024). Labour shortages during critical operations like sowing, harvesting and weeding are becoming a crisis. Traditional farmingrelying on guesswork, uniform application of water and chemicals and labour-intensive methodssimply cannot meet these challenges. As Wolfert and colleagues (2017) observed in their comprehensive review published in Agricultural Systems, the integration of Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence enhances farm decision-making, improves operational efficiency and promotes sustainable agricultural production. The scope of Big Data applications in smart farming, they noted, goes beyond primary productionit is influencing the entire food supply chain (Wolfert et al., 2017). What Exactly Is AI Doing in Agriculture? Think of AI as a super-smart farming assistant that never sleeps. It analyses data from sensors in the soil, cameras on drones, satellites in space and weather stations in the field. Then it tells farmers exactly what to do: when to water, how much fertiliser to apply, where pests are hiding and even when to harvest. Liakos and colleagues (2018) conducted a comprehensive review of machine learning applications in agricultural production systems and categorised them into four major areas: crop management, livestock management, water management and soil management. Their findings, published in the journal Sensors, demonstrated that by applying machine learning to sensor data, farm management systems are evolving into real-time AI-enabled programs that provide rich recommendations and insights for farmer decision support and action (Liakos et al., 2018). The numbers speak for themselves. Subeesh and Mehta (2021), writing in Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, documented that AI-driven precision agriculture can increase crop yields from 3.8 to 5.5 tonnes per hectare while reducing water consumption from 6,650 to 4,000 cubic metres per hectare, fertiliser use from 305 to 180 kg per hectare and pesticide use from 18.5 to 7 litres per hectare. Net returns nearly doublefrom 940 to 1,860 per hectarewhile carbon emissions decrease from 3,650 to 2,100 kg COe per hectare (Subeesh & Mehta, 2021). These findings highlight that AI-based precision agriculture enables higher yields with fewer inputs, greater profitability and improved sustainability compared to conventional farming. Real Farmers, Real Results Across India, agritech startups are proving that AI isn't just for Silicon Valleyit's for the villages of Maharashtra, the paddy fields of Punjab and the coconut groves of Tamil Nadu. Take Fasal, a Bengaluru-based startup founded in 2017. Their device, Fasal Kranti, equipped with over 12 sensors, monitors climatic and soil parameters and provides farmers with precise recommendations on irrigation, pest management and crop planning. Deployed across 10,000 acres in states like Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, the results have been remarkable: farmers have reported up to a 60% reduction in pesticide costs and a 40% increase in yield. The technology has saved over 52 billion litres of water. Then there's Cultyvate, another Bengaluru-based startup that tackles one of Indian agriculture's most urgent problems: inefficient water use in paddy cultivation. Paddy fields consume over 50% of India's irrigation water. Cultyvate's remote-sensing irrigation system combines soil moisture sensors, flow meters, weather data and AI algorithms to monitor real-time field conditions. Farmers receive mobile alertsvia voice calls in regional languages, so even those who can't read can understandtelling them exactly when and how much to irrigate. The result? Water use reduced by up to 50%, yields improved by 2030% and over 3,080 crore litres of water saved. In Andhra Pradesh, a pioneering collaboration between Microsoft and the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) demonstrated the transformative potential of AI in agriculture. The Sowing App, developed using Microsoft's Cortana Intelligence Suite including Machine Learning and Power BI, sent sowing advisories to farmers on the optimal date to sow based on weather conditions, soil and other indicators (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). The results, announced in January 2017, showed a remarkable 30% higher average yield per hectare for groundnut crops. Farmers who followed the advisories and sowed in the recommended period achieved significantly better yields, while those who sowed earlier suffered losses due to a long dry spell (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). The Robots Are ComingAnd That's a Good Thing Remember when the idea of robots on farms sounded like something from a sci-fi movie? That future is already here. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR, 2024), the global agricultural robot market has grown exponentially, from approximately US$956 million in 2013 to nearly US$19.1 billion in 2020, reflecting the increasing demand for intelligent robotic systems in modern agriculture. Drones, autonomous tractors, robotic harvesters and AI-powered weeders are becoming increasingly common. The most rapid expansion occurred after 2016, when advancements in Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, sensors and autonomous navigation systems accelerated the commercialisation of agricultural robots (IFR, 2024). In India, engineering student Rahul Arepaka has developed 'Rakshak,' an AI-powered laser-weeding robot that removes the need for chemical herbicides and manual labour. The tractor-mounted device autonomously targets weeds using deep learning algorithms and blue laser technology. These technologies aren't replacing farmersthey're empowering them. By automating labour-intensive tasks, AI frees up farmers to focus on higher-value activities like crop planning and marketing. Samuel and Irtwange (2025), writing in the Journal of Agricultural Informatics, concluded that machine learning applications contribute substantially to yield improvement, resource optimisation, and cost reduction in agricultural systems, emphasising the growing importance of predictive analytics in agricultural decision-making (Samuel & Irtwange, 2025). From Water to Wealth: The Economics of AI Farming Let's talk money. Because ultimately, farmers adopt new technologies when they make economic sense. The economic benefits of precision agriculture are well-documented. According to a joint study by Microsoft and ICRISAT (2017), precision agriculture improves farm profitability by 1525% while reducing production costs by 1030% through efficient use of inputs. It promotes resource conservation, achieving 2050% water savings and 1530% fertilizer savings, while reducing pesticide application by 2080% and nutrient losses by 1540% (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). Environmental sustainability is further enhanced through a 1020% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Technologically, precision agriculture enables real-time crop monitoring with 9097% disease detection accuracy, reduces labour requirements by 2040% through automation and supports predictive farm management with 8595% yield prediction accuracy (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). In Andhra Pradesh, according to a report by IndiaAI (2019), machine learning-based farming increased gross revenue from 1,25,000 per hectare to 2,87,500 per hectare. Net income rose from 70,000 to 2,00,000 per hectare (IndiaAI, 2019). The report further noted that the adoption of machine learning technologies in agriculture is creating new skilled and semi-skilled employment opportunities, including positions for data collection technicians, precision irrigation specialists, digital extension workers, sensor installation workers, drone operators, software support staff and AI data analysts (IndiaAI, 2019). These aren't marginal improvements. They're transformative. The Government Steps In Recognising the potential of AI, the Government of India has launched several initiatives to accelerate its adoption. The Digital Agriculture Mission, approved in September 2024 with an outlay of 2,817 crore, aims to create a Digital Public Infrastructure for agriculture. Under AgriStack, over 70 million Farmer IDs have already been generated across 17 states (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). The Krishi Decision Support System integrates satellite, weather and soil data to map crops and cultivated areas (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). In February 2026, the government launched Bharat-VISTAAR, a multilingual AI-based agricultural advisory platform that provides farmers with personalised recommendations on crop planning, input management and risk mitigation. Farmers can access the platform by dialling 155261 from any phone and interacting with an AI assistant named 'Bharati' (Ministry of Finance, 2026). Kisan e-Mitra, an AI-powered voice-enabled chatbot launched in 2023, provides farmers with information on government schemes like PM-KISAN, Kisan Credit Card and Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana. Available in 11 regional languages, the platform handles over 8,000 farmer queries daily and had responded to more than 93 lakh farmer queries by December 2025 (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). The World Economic Forum (2025) highlighted the role of AI in strengthening climate resilience, improving resource efficiency and enhancing market access for smallholder farmers, suggesting that AI-driven agricultural solutions can support sustainable rural development and improve farmers' livelihoods (World Economic Forum, 2025). The Road Ahead: Challenges and Opportunities Of course, the transition to AI-powered agriculture isn't without challenges. High initial investment costs, limited digital infrastructure in rural areas, data privacy concerns and digital literacy gaps remain significant barriers (Subeesh & Mehta, 2021; Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). But the momentum is undeniable. Precision agriculture adoption in India is projected to increase from just 1% in 2008 to approximately 95% by 2036. The agricultural sector is expected to reach $300 billion by 2030. The vision is ambitious but achievable: AI-enabled agriculture that ensures every acre becomes more productive, every drop of water more valuable and every farmer more prosperous. As the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (2026) documented, AI-enabled advisory services, pest surveillance systems and digital agriculture initiatives across India have demonstrated the potential of AI and IoT technologies in improving agricultural productivity and farm management (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). The Bottom Line Artificial Intelligence is not just another tech buzzword. It's a practical, proven solution to some of agriculture's most pressing challenges. From the coconut groves of Tamil Nadu to the paddy fields of Punjab, AI is helping farmers produce more with lessless water, less fertilizer, fewer pesticides and less labour. The farmer of tomorrow won't just be someone with a plough and a pair of hands. They'll be someone with a smartphone, a network of sensors and an AI assistant that helps them make smarter decisions every single day. And that's not just good for farmers. It's good for all of us who depend on the food they grow. (The authors are associated with Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu, SKUAST-Jammu)
Body of five-year-old exhumed after parents allege medical negligence
DMK functionary injured in knife attack by trio
VCK's Thirumavalavan pitches DMK-TVK front against BJP
Thol Thirumavalavan urged DMK and TVK to unite against the BJP. He suggested a national front model similar to Kerala and West Bengal. The DMK rejected this proposal, citing political rivalry in Tamil Nadu. Thirumavalavan criticized the DMK's handling of allies and seat-sharing. He also expressed concern over the future of Dravidian politics and BJP's exploitation.
Pattabiram commuters seek ticket counter on western side of station to ease access
Man on way to celebrate birthday dies in bike accident
Police arrest 94, seize drugs in citywide anti-narcotics drive
Two arrested for smuggling 22kg of ganja in truck
12 juveniles escape from govt observation home in Chengalpet
IIT-M wellness centre gets ISO certification
CM walks Perambur streets; opens MLA office, reviews schemes for 1,000cr
Railway Board sitting tight on CMRL takeover of MRTS
Why Tamil Nadu does not need privatisation of power distribution
Government funding narrows the gap between average cost of supply and average revenue realisation of the TNPDCL, says the White Paper
DMK submits horse-trading complaint against TVK to Guv
TVK spokesperson Layola Mani appointed chairman of TN textbook corporation
Green waste piles up across Tambaram as collection from shops comes to a halt
3,365 school students make use of exclusive MTC buses on day 1 of expansion
80% beneficiaries were girls; numbers expected to rise
The government must immediately release water from the KRS reservoir and hold an all-party meeting to discuss the issue of sharing Cauvery water with Tamil Nadu, he said.
IAS officers transferred in Tamil Nadu
TNMSC MD H. Krishnanunni posted as Director of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services; S.P. Amrith replaces Mr. Krishnaunni; Labour Commissioner Shilpa Prabhakar Satish replaces P. Umanath as MD of Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation
Bodies of 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat tragedy arrive in Mumbai
The bodies of fifteen Indian nationals killed in Vietnam's boat tragedy have arrived in Mumbai. Ten victims were from Tamil Nadu, three from Andhra Pradesh, and two from Kerala. One Indian national remains hospitalized in Phu Quoc after a medical procedure. The speedboat carrying thirty-two Indian tourists capsized near Phu Quoc Island on Friday. Vietnamese authorities have ordered an investigation into the incident and detained the operator.
Tambaram struggles to control stray cattle as residents seek stronger action
Jipmer cautions candidates against touts
Tamil Nadu: Transfer Of A Arun From DVAC Creates A Flutter
Caught in the thick of a persistent social media criticism since his days as Commissioner of Police in Chennai during the DMK regime: Reports
TN gets EVMs for multi-post rural local body polls
Tamil Nadu: DMK Persistent On Action Against TVK
DMK organization secretary R S Bharathi submitted supplementary complaints on Monday in continuation of his detailed complaints on July 1 and July 4: Reports
Supreme Court stays Madras High Court order banning cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu
The State further submitted that it had already taken the necessary steps to prevent the slaughter of animals in public places and had consistently maintained that any animal sacrifice would be permitted only in enclosed spaces away from public view.
Home-alone woman murdered for gain in Pulicat near Chennai
Decision on Cauvery water release after July 15 meeting: Karnataka Chief Minister
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the government needs to balance the interests of Karnatakas farmers, ensure drinking water supply, and comply with court directions while taking a decision on the release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu
Outsiders, unauthorized organisations cant enter schools to host events
Dexamethasone batch cleared, cause of TN nursing students death still unknown
Adambakkam MRTS in Chennai may open soon after platform fix
Tamil Nadu Government transfers DVAC chief A. Arun, appoints IG Mageshwari
A. Arun was appointed as the Director of the DVAC on May 25 and has now been transferred within two months of taking charge
Introduce computer science as a separate subject in TN govt schools from Class VI: Association
Tamil Nadu: Goods Exports Rise 14.35 Pc To $40 Bn In June As Trade Deficit Widens To $30 Bn
On a y-o-y basis, goods exports grew 14.35 per cent to $40.4 billion. However, sequentially it was down from $45.20 billion in May: Reports
Tamil Nadu budget to be presented in August first week; cabinet to meet on July 16
The cabinet will meet on July 16 to grant approvals to the financial statements prepared ahead of the budget.
Bodies of 15 Indian tourists killed in Vietnam boat accident flown home
Ten of the victims were from Tamil Nadu, three from Andhra Pradesh, and two from Kerala
'Fraudulent' registration of Rs 100crore Palani mutt land: Sub-registrar suspended
The disputed property, located at the foothills of the Palani temple, has been at the centre of a legal battle over the past few days.
Watch: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay greets public during Perambur visit in Chennai
TVK functionary Layola Mani appointed Chairman of Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation
Counselling for engineering college admission begins in Tamil Nadu
The TNEA committee enabled the choice-filling option for the special reservation categories
Supreme Court stays Madras HC's cow slaughter ban order in win for Vijay's Tamil Nadu government
The Supreme Court on Monday stayed a Madras High Court order that imposed a state-wide ban on the slaughter of cows and calves in Tamil Nadu after chief minister Vijay's TVK government approached the top court.
SC stays HC order on statewide cow slaughter ban in TN
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, July 13, stayed the operation of the Madras High Courts order directing the immediate enforcement of a statewide ban on cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu by implementing a 1976 Government Order. A Bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta issued notice on the Special Leave Petition (SLP) Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Advocate General Vijay Narayan says, the aim of the School Education Department is to foster unity and togetherness among 1,03,98,748 students pursuing education in 57,671 schools across the State
'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.
Zelio E-Mobility inaugurates Coimbatore plant, takes annual capacity to 2.4 lakh units
Zelio E-Mobility has opened a new manufacturing plant in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. This facility boasts an annual production capacity of sixty thousand electric scooters. The company's total installed manufacturing capacity now reaches two lakh forty thousand units. This expansion aims to strengthen Zelio's presence in southern Indian markets. The new plant will support assembly, storage, and logistics operations.
SC stays Madras HC order directing Tamil Nadu govt to ensure ban on cow slaughter
The Supreme Court has stayed a Madras High Court order concerning cow and calf slaughter. This order directed the Tamil Nadu government to prevent any such slaughter. The state government had challenged the high court's directive in the apex court. The Supreme Court agreed to hear the matter and issued notices to respondents. The case involves the Tamil Nadu Animal Preservation Act of 1958.
Allies or Rivals? Why VCK is Pushing for DMK-TVK Unity Against BJP
Thirumavalavan, a leader at the forefront of fight against communal violence and anti-caste movement in Tamil Nadu, suggested that a united front at national level similar to the Kerala or West Bengal model is needed in Tamil Nadu as well, to build a national alliance against the BJP and its communal politics
Supreme Court stays Madras HC order directing ban on cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu
The High Court had ordered a blanket ban on the slaughter of cows and calves anywhere in the state on May 27
Supreme Court Stays Madas HC Order Banning Cow Slaughter in Tamil Nadu
Madras HC had issued the order banning cow slaughter in the state on May 27, on the eve of Bakrid, on a PIL filed by a leader of the Hindu Makkal Katchi outfit
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.
'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.
How Sriperumbudur emerged as a global electronics hub
Tamil Nadu must lead India in green power
To Meet Rising Power Demands, TN Requires Transmission Upgrades, Better Energy Storage Infra, Smarter Power Procurement
True Hindu treats everyone equally, says former BJP leader Annamalai
Coimbatore: Former BJP Tamil Nadu President K Annamalai on Sunday asserted that a true Hindu treats everyone equally and embraces everyone and does not regard someone as high or low. Addressing his foundations first conference at Pollachi near here, Annamalai said he is a proud nationalist and Indian. Annamalai helmed We the Leaders foundation chose []
Thirumavalavan blames DMKs election defeat on its treatment of allies
Tambaram to set up digital English labs in five corporation schools at 1.2 crore
(SCHOOL QUOTES TO BE ADDED)
Dont allow sealed resort buildings in elephant corridor to be used commercially: NGT
TN to amend state university acts to uniformly expand vice-chancellor search panel
Chennai families await repatriation of Vietnam speedboat tragedy victims
Uncertainty deepens for kin of Chennai victims of Vietnam tragedy
Awareness programme on GCC shelter scheme held in Chennai
GCC commissioner calls for upgrading playground and gym in Perambur constituency
Auroville: An Experiment Under Threat photo exhibition held in Pondy
Tamil Nadu Minister Nirmal Kumar presents gold rings to newborns
During a festive event on Sunday, Tamil Nadu Minister R Nirmalkumar honored newborns with gold rings as part of the ongoing birthday celebrations for Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay. This benevolent gold ring initiative, a pledge made for the upcoming 2026 elections, is set for an official launch on CN Annadurai's birth anniversary in September, and mothers were also gifted baby hampers to commemorate the occasion.
Commuters suffer no less as rlys cancel EMU services on Tambaram-beach line for second Sunday
90-year-old woman dies after wall collapses at work site in Kolathur
DMK men arent scared of police action, says E V Velu
NIA arrests 2 absconders in BJP leader Praveen Nettaru murder case, total arrests reach 24
The National Investigation Agency has successfully arrested two fugitives in Karnataka, increasing the total number of individuals charged in the case to twenty-four. These arrests took place in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, where the accused had been eluding authorities, prompting the announcement of rewards for their capture. The NIA is steadfast in its mission to capture the remaining absconders.
Boy, 3, killed after iron plate falls from crane at drainage work site
5 Metrowater Staff Held, Residents Stage Road Roko
Amit Shah to visit Puducherry towards July end
Class XI student drowns off Ennore coast, friend rescued after giant wave sweeps them away
NIA arrests two absconders in Karnataka BJP Yuva Morcha leader's murder case
The National Investigation Agency has arrested two key absconders in the Praveen Nettaru murder case. These accused were apprehended in Kerala and Tamil Nadu on Saturday. Their arrests bring the total number of accused held to twenty-four individuals. The NIA had previously issued look-out circulars and arrest warrants for them. Efforts continue to locate the remaining three absconding individuals.
Chennai police arrest four for murdering welder near Ponneri bridge
Tamil Nadu will witness change in 2031 similar to 2026, says Annamalai
Annamalai says his organisation will not resort to indiscriminate criticism of the government or individuals, highlights that the organisation has enrolled over 19 lakh members and expresses confidence in reaching 50 lakh members, after which the organisation can establish itself as a political party for social good
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
