NGT orders fire safety audit of hazardous waste treatment facilities across Tamil Nadu
Chennai Sinking Up to 15mm a Year, Study Warns of Rising Flood Risk
Headmaster Suspended After Vijay's Karur Speech Streamed Live In School
The Tamil Nadu government has suspended the headmistress of a Panchayat Union Middle School in Karur after she allegedly live-streamed Chief Minister Vijay's Karur event for students during class hours.
17 employees with only Class X or Class XII were promoted
Chennai confirmed as host for historic BBL opener
Cricket Australia has confirmed Melbourne Renegades will play Perth Scorchers in Chennai this Dec in what the league anticipates will be the most watched game in Big Bash history.
Vijay sharpens attack on DMK, says Karur stampede a conspiracy
Addressing a public meeting at Atlas grounds, about 15 kms from Velusamypuram where 41 people were killed on Sept 27, 2025 during his rally, Vijay said he would have cancelled his visit to Velusamypuram if the police had asked him to do so.
Indian Bank eyes $2 billion through FCNR(B) deposits
Former Chennai police commissioner Vaikunth dies at 89
EPS flags risk of Hyundais 38,000cr project moving out of TN
Cloud cover brings down temperature, IMD forecasts light rain on Saturday
Vijay accuses DMK for seeking political gain over Karur stampede, faults police for inaction
Nearly a year after the Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK founder C. Joseph Vijay returned to the town to meet the victims families.
Thirumavalavan defends Vijays silence on BJP and Union govt
DMK slams CM Vijay over Karur stampede, says people know who stood by them
Med colleges repackage fees after NMC bars internship charges, total cost unchanged
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HC refuses to stop release of Idhayam Murali
Vijay Breaks Down, Silent For 5 Minutes While Meeting Karur Victims' Families
The Tamil Nadu government handed over jobs to 31 beneficiaries across Karur, Erode, Dindigul, Tiruppur and Salem districts in departments including Education, Revenue, Rural Development and Police.
NGT calls for safety audit of hazardous waste treatment plant, storage units
33 students get spot admissions during higher education grievance camp in Coimbatore
Chennai cops arrest three in Vyasarpadi murder case, two absconding
Ace cinematographer Chezhiyan passes away
In a heartfelt gesture, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay visited families affected by the Karur stampede disaster. He distributed job appointment orders to eligible dependants as part of rehabilitation efforts, visibly moved by their immense sorrow. This visit coincided with the High Court's evaluation of the government's permanent job appointment policies. Furthermore, Vijay criticized the opposition DMK for allegedly exploiting the tragedy for political gain.
South Indian States, Central agencies to form permanent anti-drug coordination network
Mechanism involving police forces of southern Indian States of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, along with the Union Territory of Puducherry will be established to strengthen anti-drug surveillance in the region
Madras HC Restrains EC From Notifying Tamil Nadu Bypolls
In view of the High Court's order, by-elections to Madurantakam, Dharapuram, Ambasamudram, Perundurai and Viralimalai cannot be conducted until the pending election petitions are disposed of
India Meteorological Department forecasts widespread rainfall across many regions on July 11. Heavy to very heavy rain is expected over several northern and eastern states. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds will affect many areas. Active monsoon systems will continue bringing significant rainfall to north and central India. Residents should remain alert for potential localized disruptions due to intense rain.
Chief Justices Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan issue the interim injunction till July 31, 2026, with respect to Tiruchi East, Perundurai, Ambasamudram, Viralimalai, and Karur Assembly constituencies
The tours would run every Tuesday, Friday and Sunday through Aadi month starting July 17, TTDC said in a release on Thursday. Devotees and tourists have to book in advance.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay receives grand welcome in Karur, hands jobs to stampede victims' families
CBFC clears Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' after months: Here's what changed
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has finally cleared Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's much-anticipated final film Jana Nayagan, after months of delay.
The Madras High Court on Friday permitted the Tamil Nadu government to distribute appointment orders to the families of those killed in the 2025 Karur stampede, while clarifying that the appointments would remain purely temporary and subject to the final outcome of the pending proceedings. The Division Bench of Justice CV Karthikeyan and Justice R [] The post Karur stampede: Madras High Court tells Tamil Nadu CM to provide compassionate jobs on temporary basis appeared first on India Legal .
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay addressed a public meeting in Karur. He distributed compassionate appointment orders to 32 families affected by a stampede. The chief minister described the stampede as the most painful time of his life. He alleged that the Tamil Nadu Police had staged drama during the incident. This visit marked Vijay's first official trip to Karur since assuming office.
Media denied entry to CM Vijay's Karur public address; TVK calls it 'private event'
Media personnel were denied entry to Chief Minister Joseph Vijay's public meeting venue. Volunteers cited police orders and miscommunication regarding issued media passes. This follows similar restrictions during the Chief Minister's Trichy visit in June. The Chief Minister is visiting Karur for the first time after a stampede incident. He will address a public meeting and meet victim families at the collectorate.
Why is Gujarat betting 6 lakh crore on data centres? | Explained
The State hopes to attract investments worth 6 lakh crore and build 7.5 GW of data centre capacity over the next few years, positioning itself alongside established hubs such as Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Telangana
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will visit Karur today for government and party events. He will distribute compassionate government job appointment orders to victims' families. Vimal, who lost his young son, views the job offer positively. Vijay will also distribute welfare benefits and lay a factory foundation stone. Extensive security measures are in place for the Chief Minister's visit.
Atharvaa and Kavin meet Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
Atharvaa and Kavin met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay recently. Both actors shared their happiness and appreciation on social media platforms. Atharvaa expressed gratitude for Vijay's love and blessings before his film release. Kavin praised Vijay's humility and inspiring journey as Chief Minister. The meeting generated buzz as both actors prepare for their upcoming projects.
PM Modi, PM Albanese hold annual summit, push for early India-Australia trade pact
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese on Thursday held wide-ranging talks at the third India-Australia Annual Summit in Melbourne, reviewing the expanding bilateral relationship and setting an ambitious agenda for deeper cooperation in trade, defence, critical minerals, clean energy and emerging technologies. PM Modi, was accorded a ceremonial welcome at Government House on his arrival, held one-on-one discussions with Albanese before the two leaders led delegation-level talks. The summit marked six years of the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with both leaders expressing satisfaction over the progress made across political, economic and strategic ties. They also exchanged views on regional and global developments, reaffirming their shared commitment to a free, open and prosperous Indo-Pacific. A major focus of the discussions was economic cooperation. The two Prime Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to the early conclusion of a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA), describing it as an ambitious, balanced and mutually beneficial trade pact that would further strengthen bilateral commerce and investment. Education emerged as another important pillar of the partnership, with the two leaders noting the growing presence of Australian universities in India. They said educational collaborations were helping build a future-ready workforce, promote innovation and strengthen ties between the two societies. PM Modi and Albanese also praised the Indian diaspora in Australia for its contribution to Australian society and for serving as a vital bridge between the two countries. They welcomed growing cultural exchanges and appreciated Australias decision to voluntarily return several Indian cultural artefacts, including a sacred Nandi stone sculpture, a metal Trident bearing the image of Bhadrakali and a six-headed stone statue of Karthikeya, all originating from Tamil Nadu. The summit also produced a broad package of agreements and memoranda of understanding covering maritime security, civil nuclear energy, skill development, emerging technologies, science and technology, filmmaking, defence and security, energy cooperation, education, solar energy, traditional knowledge and the repatriation of cultural property. The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the multifaceted India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and expanding cooperation across sectors of mutual interest. At the conclusion of the summit, Prime Minister Modi thanked Albanese for the warm hospitality extended to him and the Indian delegation during the visit.
TN CMs Jana Nayagan receives adults only certificate
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor C Joseph Vijays Jana Nayagan has received an A (Adults Only) certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), signalling that the film will finally be released in theatres after a prolonged delay. The announcement has sparked a wave of excitement among fans, who were eagerly waiting for []
Gaming revenue to hit $2.4 bn by 2029 on in-app buys, RMG ban
The death of 14 girls from the Juang community, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group, from Odisha at a seafood processing plant in Tamil Nadus Tiruvallur has brought to the fore the socio-economic realities of marginalised tribal populations despite decades of targeted interventions. Satyasundar Barik visits the Juang villagers who lost their daughters to understand what went wrong in the development journey
Dawn or Triumph: Vidiyal disappears from TN buses, Vettri may replace it soon
SOP framed for identifying, initiating action against unauthorised institutions in health sector
Tamil Nadu continues to record high gross enrolment ratio of 92% at primary level
Australia to return idols stolen from TN temples to India
The idols, dating back to the 12th century, were identified at the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra, by the Tamil Nadu Idol Wing-CID during investigations into idol theft cases and are being returned through the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) mechanism.
WRD, Metrowater team to seek higher quantum of Krishna water release for Chennai
Krishna water inflow to Tamil Nadu border has dropped sharply to 188 cubic feet per second (cusecs) on Thursday. With storage dipping steadily and deficit rainfall in Tiruvallur and Chennai so far this season, it is imperative that Krishna water sustains storage till the onset of Northeast monsoon
The official communication also gave recommendations including setting up of low-cost canteens in government hospitals, allotting free space for women self-help groups and young entrepreneurs to run juice and millet-based food outlets on a rotation basis
TN leads the country with 52.3% GER in higher education; Experts ask state to focus on quality
Higher secondary education in Tamil Nadu schools sees steady rise in enrolment over past 4 years
Enrolment in govt schools and elementary education have, however, dipped
Differences crop up in TVKs nascent front
CPI & CPM question govt job to stampede victims kin, Thirumavalavan criticises removing Adi Dravidar nomenclature, MDMK & TNCC flay Thiruma for ties with DMK
Minjur desal plant to begin with 20 MLD in Dec
History-sheeter facing over 50 cases arrested
Power cuts continue to plague Chennai; citizens block roads in protest
Final sealing of ammonia leak-hit factory likely today
Take concrete steps to stop partymen exodus: AIADMK cadre to EPS
Expert panel disagrees with TN govts 1,875-cr reservoir plan in tiger reserve
Stop pointing fingers at me, question Vijay instead: Thiruma
Vasan supports govt job for families of Karur victims
Get Cauvery water, not MLAs: Udhay to Vijay
Australia to repatriate three Indian artefacts; PM Modi, Albanese welcome move
Australia will repatriate three centuries-old Indian cultural artefacts of Tamil Nadu origin, including a stone sculpture of the sacred bull Nandi, following the India-Australia Annual Summit in Melbourne
MoU Signed for BESS Making Unit at Gangaikondan
Tamil Nadu signed an MoU with Vikram Solar to establish a Rs 15,037 crore Battery Energy Storage Systems manufacturing unit at Gangaikondan, Tirunelveli, expected to create 2,670 jobs.
Former TN law minister S Regupathy cheated system to favour his med college: Arunraj
Arunrajs statement comes against the backdrop of Tamil Nadu standing to lose more than 450 MBBS seats reserved under govt quota and more than 30 seats reserved for govt school students this year.
TN govt signs MoU with Vikram Solar for Rs 15,037crore BESS plant in Tirunelveli district
Madurai Farmer Leads Major Effort to Trace Lost Pandya Dynasty History
In Madurai, a 69-member research group is documenting inscriptions, coins, copper plates and palm-leaf manuscripts while tracing the 2,000-year dynastys links across South India
Iswarya Fertility Center raises $37 mn
Tiruvallur ammonia leak tragedy: Madras high court denies bail to three
MSMEs are 2nd backbone of Indias economic growth: Manijhi
Constable chases down robbery suspect
National Green Tribunal stays construction of Ennore thermal plant sans environmental clearance
TN Told to Conserve Water, Said Karnataka Minister
Reddy said the South-west monsoon will pick-up in the coming days and sufficient flows would be available in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu reservoirs
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Tamil Nadus ageing population is growing faster than any other major State in India. This episode looks at how falling birth rates, rising pension costs and an ageing workforce could reshape the States economy, based on the Tamil Nadu governments White Paper and the RBIs findings.
Knife-wielding gang attacks college student
Man duped of Rs 55.7 lakh with promise of vehicle, gold and job at Coimbatore airport
Australia to return three antiquities stolen from Tamil Nadu temples
Vyasarpadi residents oppose multi-sports facility proposal over user fee
TVK-led govt. begins consultations for its first industrial policy for Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu govt signs MoU with Vikram Solar for 15,037 crore BESS plant in Tirunelveli
The project is expected to generate 2,670 direct and indirect jobs in Tamil Nadu
Australia to hand back three Indian cultural artefacts
Melbourne: Three antiquities of Tamil Nadu origin, including a stone idol of sacred bull Nandi, are set to be repatriated to India by Australia, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday, July 9. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese welcomed the voluntary return of these cultural artefacts to India. Modi, 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 .
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to distribute govt. job appointment orders to kin of 32 Karur stampede victims
CM Vijay will also lay the foundation stone for Evervan Kothari Footwear Private Limited, which will come up at Manavasi near Krishnarayapuram with an investment of 1,700 crore
Tamil Nadu government signs MoU with Vikram Solar to set up Rs 15,037 cr BESS plant in Tirunelveli
Tamil Nadu government and Vikram Solar signed an MoU for a new plant. This facility will manufacture Battery Energy Storage Systems in Tirunelveli district. The significant investment will create over two thousand job opportunities for local residents. Vikram Solar already operates solar module manufacturing units within the state. This expansion deepens the company's commitment to green energy initiatives.
TN outperforms national average in school education across key indicators: UDISE report
Tamil Nadu educates five per cent of the country's school-going children while accounting for only 3.9 per cent of the country's schools
Tamil Nadu government issues guidelines for private participation in restoration of waterbodies
To complement the governments efforts, the guidelines seek to leverage corporate social responsibility funds along with participation of non-governmental organisations and educational institutions to protect water bodies
Allianz Technology India , the Global Capability Centers (GCCs) of Allianz Group in India, celebrated the landmark achievement as their Plastic Waste-Free Rivers Project – a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, crossed the milestone of recovering over 1,000 tons of plastic waste from Thiruvananthapuram's rivers and waterways over four years, preventing it from reaching the Arabian Sea. This is equivalent to removing 50 million plastic bottles from the city's waterbodies – if kept end-to-end, the bottles would stretch to 12,000 km which exceeds the coastline of India. The milestone was formally announced at an event held in Thiruvananthapuram, graced by an august gathering of dignitaries such as P.K. Kunhalikutty, Minister for Industries, IT, AI and Startups, Adv. Mons Joseph, Minister for Water Resources, K M Shaji, Minister for Local Self Government, Adv. V V Rajesh, Mayor of the Corporation of Trivandrum, V Muraleedharan, Member of the Kerala Legislative Assembly (Kazhakoottam constituency), Jison John, MD & CEO, Allianz Services India, Jayant Tulsiani, Branch Head India, Allianz Technology SE. During the 1000-Ton recovery milestone announcement of Allianz’s CSR initiative ‘Plastic Waste-Free Rivers Project Thiruvananthapuram’ Since its launch in 2022, This four-year journey has been entirely funded by Allianz Services India and Allianz Technology India, who have together invested more than INR 5 crores (EUR 500,000) from CSR funds in the project. " Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in Kerala are not merely engines of economic growth – they are responsible corporate citizens who invest in the communities and ecosystems that sustain them. This milestone also reinforces a powerful message to global investors: Kerala's industrial growth is inseparable from its commitment to environmental excellence, ” said P K Kunhalikutty, Minister for Industries, IT, AI and Startups . “ What makes the Plastic Waste-Free Rivers Project particularly commendable is its sustained, systematic approach,” said Adv. Mons Joseph, Minister for Water Resources . “I urge corporates, local bodies, and citizens alike to draw inspiration from this model ,” he added. “I call upon our Panchayats, Municipalities, and the Corporation of Thiruvananthapuram to draw inspiration from this model and deepen their collaboration with initiatives of this nature,” said K.M Shaji, Minister for Local Self Government . “ Reaching the 1,000 ton milestone is incredibly meaningful for Allianz – every piece of plastic removed from rivers is one less harming the ocean. It reflects a clear conviction: to protect biodiversity and ocean health, we must act upstream. This is about more than cleanup – it’s about lasting change: creating jobs, raising awareness, and transforming how communities manage waste. But we are only at the beginning. Preventing plastic pollution at scale requires deeper collaboration, systemic solutions and long-term commitment – because caring for tomorrow means protecting the ecosystems that sustain life today ,” said Barbara Karuth-Zelle, Member of the Board of Management (Responsible for Allianz Services and Allianz Technology) and Group COO, Allianz SE . The Plastic Waste-Free Rivers Project deploys low-cost floating barriers called TrashBooms to intercept plastic waste in rivers and urban waterways. Today, 15 TrashBoom systems operate across critical sites – including Thampanoor thodu, Ulloor thodu, Pattom thodu, Thekkinakara canal, Amayizhanchan thodu, Karamana river, Killi river, Kariyil thodu, and Thettiyar canal – collecting and removing plastic waste daily. Allianz Services India and Allianz Technology India run this initiative in association with NGO partners Thanal Trust and Sustera Foundation, deploying technology from Plastic Fischer, Germany. The project provides local employment and is supported by three Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) at Injakkal, Venpalavattom and Vallakadavu, managed by Plastic Fischer's team of 23 professionals responsible for recovery, transportation, segregation and shipping. Collected non-recyclable plastic is transported to the Thiruvananthapuram MRFs and subsequently co-processed at the plants of Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited in Tamil Nadu, while recyclable plastic is repurposed locally, including into TrashBins now installed at Veli Beach. Globally, nine million tons of plastic reach the oceans every year. In Thiruvananthapuram, 79% of debris on major water banks is plastic, and the Karamana and Killi rivers have the highest microplastic densities in the region. Without intervention, plastic is projected to outweigh fish in the world's oceans by 2050 – a stark reality that makes this milestone all the more significant. In 2025, Allianz Services India and Allianz Technology India launched grassroots-level programs in Puthenthope, Kadinamkulam and Veli, in association with NGO partners Thanal Trust and Sustera Foundation, marking a strategic shift towards preventive waste management by extending impact from interception to behaviour change and early intervention. The initiative encourages visitors, local merchants, and residents to dispose of waste responsibly. Employees regularly collaborate with NGO partners to undertake beach cleanup drives and awareness campaigns, while close collaboration with the Corporation of Thiruvananthapuram and the Government of Kerala (Departments of Local Self Government and Water Resources) ensures the initiative complements local governance efforts. This achievement demonstrates that Thiruvananthapuram-based GCCs are driving environmental initiatives with measurable outcomes through corporate citizenship. The 15 sites span critical urban waterways surrounding Technopark and key industrial zones, and by removing massive plastic blockages, this industry-led initiative helps local authorities mitigate urban flood risks, protecting tech infrastructure and enhancing the liveability index that attracts global talent to the city. The project has also earned endorsement from the UN Ocean Decade. What began in Thiruvananthapuram is now being replicated by others in Mangaluru, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kanpur, and Varanasi – demonstrating that structured, long-term action backed by strong partnerships can deliver real, scalable impact. Allianz established its Global Capability Centers (GCCs) as one of the early tenants of Technopark, Thiruvananthapuram. They are among the first GCCs in Kerala and today employ over 6,600 professionals, making Thiruvananthapuram Allianz's largest GCC location by headcount globally. Allianz Services is the AI-powered value accelerator for Allianz Group, one of the world's leading insurers and asset managers and, Allianz Technology India is a key delivery center for Allianz Technology and a strategic hub within the Allianz Group's global IT and digital transformation strategy.
State Election Commissioners face controversy in Kerala and Tamil Nadu
Controversies in Kerala and Tamil Nadu highlight concerns over the integrity and autonomy of the State Election Commission
Illegal, unsafe buildings: Supreme Court seeks action reports, summons senior MCD officials to Court
In a matter concerning illegal and unsafe buildings and structures across the country, the Supreme Court has passed strong directions by directing senior officials of municipal corporations and development authorities in Delhi, Gurugram, Lucknow, Patna and Tamil Nadu to submit status reports on the action taken against buildings that pose serious safety risks.
IIT-Madras to help TNEB modernise operations
The collaboration will focus on AI, data analytics, grid upgrades and R&D to improve power generation, transmission and distribution across Tamil Nadu.
Swelect to launch BESS solutions for C&I segment; plans to grow IPP portfolio to 1 GW
Minister Nirmalkumarsclaims on Parandur site a false propaganda: T.N. BJP
Nainar Nagenthran charged that the TVK-led government under Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has undertaken steps to stall the economic development of Tamil Nadu and the employment prospects of the youth of the State.
Madras High Court stays coercive action against DMK MLA Senthil Balaji in horse-trading case
The Madras High Court has granted interim relief to DMK MLA and former Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji and his brother V Ashok Kumar in a criminal case alleging an attempt at political horse-trading, which was registered on the complaint of a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) MLA. The single-judge Bench of Justice P Velmurugan passed [] The post Madras High Court stays coercive action against DMK MLA Senthil Balaji in horse-trading case appeared first on India Legal .
Aswath S from Tamil Nadu achieved Grandmaster status, becoming India's 98th. He secured his third norm at the Pune International GM Round Robin tournament. Aswath took a break from chess for his Class 10 board examinations. His father, a chess coach, introduced him to the game at a young age. The young Grandmaster aims for higher ratings and world rankings.
