Tamil Nadu defends CRZ approval granted for the proposed Mamallan Reservoir project
In its counter to a petition challenging theclearance issued in December 2025, the Tamil Nadu State Coastal Zone Management Authority says the project complies with theCRZNotification, 2011, and was subjected to multiple levels of technical scrutiny
Tamil Nadu: VCK To Press For Law Against Honour Killing
Police filed 3 FIRs, one of them under the Prevention of SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act based on a complaint by the 19-year-old victim from Pudupalayam village: Reports
TN SSLC revaluation result 2026 released at dge.tn.gov.in: Direct link to download scorecards here
Tamil Nadu's Directorate of Government Examinations has released SSLC revaluation and retotalling results for 2026. Students who applied can now check their updated Class 10 scores on the official website by entering their roll number and date of birth. The board confirmed that revised marks are final for all academic purposes. Those not listed have no mark changes. Contact helpline for queries.
301 ticketless passengers on single train fined in Tamil Nadu
2.64 lakh was collected as penalty by the Salem Railway Division during a special intensive ticket-checking drive carried out on the Coimbatore-Silchar Weekly Express (Train No. 15627)
Madurai Hosts 6th Leg of Kauvery Hospital-TNSTC Veterans Tennis Tournament 2026
Around 125 players from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan participated in the tournament. A total prize money of Rs. 2 lakh was distributed among the winners, runners-up, and semi-finalists across all categories. The VIth Leg of the Kauvery Hospital-Tamil Nadu Senior Tennis Club (TNSTC) Veterans Tennis Tournament 2026 was held at the Madurai Union Club from June 26 to 28, featuring Singles and Doubles events across seven age categories (40+, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+, and 75+). Tennis Tournament Around 125 players from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan participated in the tournament, reflecting its growing popularity among veteran tennis players across the country. A total prize money of Rs. 2 lakh was distributed among the winners, runners-up, and semi-finalists across all categories. Trophies and Prize money were distributed by Mr. Jayaraman, Chairman, and Mr. N. Narayanasamy, Secretary, TNSTC. The tournament featured several accomplished veteran players who have represented India at the World Veterans Tennis Championships. They included Sanjay Kumar (Kerala) in the 60+ category, Suresh Murthati (Telangana) and Tulasiram (Karnataka) in the 70+ category, and Venkatachalam Swaminathan (Tamil Nadu) in the 75+ category. Sanjay Kumar and Venkatachalam Swaminathan have both captained the Indian team at the World Veterans Tennis Championships. One of the highlights of the tournament was the participation of two octogenarian players, Mr. R. Nagarajan and Mr. Shivamony Moorthy. In the singles events, Srikanth (40+), Ramesh S (50+), Srinivas Reddy (55+), Senthil Kumar (60+), V. Shankar (65+), Tulasiram (70+), and Venkatachalam Swaminathan (75+) emerged as champions in their respective categories. In the doubles events, Sathish Babu and M. Ramu (40+), Ramesh S and Sathish Babu (50+), Dinesh Thampi and Srinivas Reddy (55+), Sivakumar and Senthil Kumar (60+), Alapati Suresh and V. Shankar (65+), Tulasiram and Suresh Murthati (70+), and Venkatachalam Swaminathan and Veeramani K (75+) were the winners in their respective categories. TNSTC, one of the most active veteran tennis organisations in South India, has a membership of around 550 veteran players. The club conducts four non-ranking tournaments annually at Madurai, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli, and Chennai, providing veteran tennis enthusiasts with regular opportunities for competitive play and camaraderie. Kauvery Hospital played a key role in ensuring the health and safety of all participants. A dedicated medical team, supported by a fully equipped ambulance, remained on standby throughout the tournament to provide immediate medical assistance and first-aid support. The next leg of the Tamil Nadu Senior Tennis Club Veterans Tennis Tournament will be hosted in Tiruchirappalli during September 2026.
Sunsure Energy secures Rs 262 cr project financing from FMO, Axis Bank
Sunsure Energy has secured a significant Rs 262 crore financing for its 75 MWp open-access solar project in Tamil Nadu. Dutch development bank FMO is leading the funding, with Axis Bank contributing approximately Rs 71 crore. This marks FMO's debut in India's Group Captive C&I renewable energy sector, aiming to power commercial and industrial clients with clean energy.
Deficit summer rains in South impacts Indias May tea output
All-India tea output falls 3.54% to 131.6 million kg; Tamil Nadu production drops 25% due to inadequate rains
NTK leader seeks Tamil Nadu ban on Jr NTR-Trivikram film over Murugan row
NTK leader seeks Tamil Nadu ban on Jr NTR-Trivikram film over Murugan row
IAF Chetak helicopter makes emergency landing in Tamil Nadu
An Indian Air Force Chetak helicopter executed a safe emergency landing in a Chengalpattu agricultural field Monday morning due to a technical issue during a training flight. Pilots Vishal Bhaskar and a colleague skillfully landed the aircraft at Keerapakkam after detecting the snag. Following repairs by a recovery team from Tambaram Air Force Station, the helicopter successfully returned to base.
Tamil Nadu clocks highest growth rate in FY26 exports at 13.7%
The State emerged top electronics goods exporter yet again for FY26
SC to hear on July 7 plea alleging active influencing of witnesses in Karur stampede case
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on July 7 alleging Tamil Nadu ministers are actively influencing witnesses in the Karur stampede case, which claimed 41 lives. The court had previously ordered a CBI investigation into the incident. Senior advocate Huzefa Ahmadi presented the application, highlighting concerns about potential witness tampering by individuals now holding ministerial positions. The bench confirmed the hearing for the following day.
Karur stampede probe: Supreme Court to hear DMK plea over CM Vijays proposed Karur visit
The Supreme Court will hear on Tuesday an interlocutory application filed by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) seeking directions to restrain Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, State Minister Aadhav Arjuna and other accused persons from making public statements or engaging in conduct that could allegedly prejudice the ongoing Court-monitored Central Bureau of Investigation [] The post Karur stampede probe: Supreme Court to hear DMK plea over CM Vijays proposed Karur visit appeared first on India Legal .
DMK hits out at Tamil Nadu govt over removal of Stalin's name from desalination project plaque
The DMK has strongly criticized the ruling TVK for allegedly removing a plaque bearing M K Stalin's name from a desalination project. This move escalates the political rivalry, with the DMK accusing the TVK of erasing their government's achievements. The project, crucial for Chennai's water supply, was commissioned by Stalin. Tensions are high following accusations of poaching legislators and a former DMK minister's arrest.
Jr NTR, Trivikram's Upcoming Film Faces Ban Threat In Tamil Nadu Over 'Murugan' Depiction
Seeman warned the film's team against portraying Lord Murugan as having been born in northern India. He also alleged that communities that lack distinct identities, cultural elements, worship methods and divine traditions had historically appropriated Tamil deities
'Gatta Kusthi 2' BO day 3: Film jumps 25.3%
Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi's 'Gatta Kusthi 2' is performing well at the box office, crossing Rs 13.85 crore net in India within three days. The film saw a significant jump in collections on its third day, with Sunday earnings reaching an estimated Rs 6.20 crore. Overseas markets also contributed, pushing the worldwide gross to Rs 18.78 crore. Occupancy rates improved throughout the weekend, particularly in Tamil Nadu.
To Honour Growth & Welfare Commitments, TN Must Fix Revenue Leaks, Strengthen Governance, Reform PSUs, Rationalise Expenses
Plugging leakages can transform the states fiscal trajectory
Faceless assessments to boost revenue
One held from Tamil Nadu in Rs 3.6 lakh cyber fraud.
GCC to levy 25,000 fine for violation of Solid Waste Management Rules
Currently, the Corporation collects a fine of 5,000 from bulk waste generators. It has set a 15-day deadline for them to register themselves on its portal; each district will constitute a special cell to monitor compliance with the rules
Commuters put to hardship as Southern Railway cancels 41 suburban services
Over 1.6 lakh teachers across Tamil Nadu appear for eligibility test paper-II
Tasmac to regularise services of 23,000 workers at retail end
TNRERA chairman Shiv Das Meena and two members resign
Pidari Ekaveeri: a fierce Goddess, a captivating smile, and Raja Rajas mother-in-laws grant
R. Kalaikovan of the Dr. Rajamanickanar Centre for Historical Research says the idols is the probably oldest identifiable Pidari image in Tamil Nadu. Although several inscriptions from the Chola period refer to Pidari deities, the corresponding images have rarely been identified, he adds
Car overturns in Royapettah; no casualties
Over 230 Irula families in Ariyalur find steady income through cashew harvesting initiative
The Tribal Welfare Department facilitated financial support for people from the Irula community to participate in public auctions for cashew plantations managed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Plantation Corporation Limited to enable them to directly participate in cashew cultivation and marketing
Ninth arrest in 35 crore bribery case
Cops uncover plot to kill rowdy; 4 Puzhal inmates moved
Chennai airport sees decline in rankings as Kolkata closes gap
Poor Amenities Cited As One Of The Reasons
Tamil Nadu Government Faces November Deadline for Right to Services Act
Digitisation is only the first step. Tamil Nadu needs a law that makes timely delivery of public services a citizens right by default, not at an officials discretion
TVK unable to break DMK, hence levelling false charges: Udhayanidhi
Governor should probe horse trading charges if he has powers to do so, says Thiruma
Curtains fall on Chennais Theyagaraja Theatre as 500-crore redevelopment begins
Ammonia removal operations in Tiruvallur to continue today
EYE WASH - Encroachments return to T Nagar pedestrian plaza 24 hours after GCC drive
Universities, colleges to introduce up to 20% higher order thinking questions in exams this year
Watch: Fishing hamlets of Kanniyakumaris Thoothoor zone where football fuels dreams
As FIFA fever grips the world, the streets of coastal villages in Kanniyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, particularly the eight villages that form the Thoothoor zone, are brimming with excitement. Heated debates over favourite teams and players are common, while life-size cut-outs of football stars line the roads
GCC gives bulk waste generators 15 days to register online
Six more CM co-working spaces to open soon
Suburban rail leaves thousands stranded
Railway officials said that track improvement work is mandatory for better passenger safety
A majority of departments are yet to upload G.O.s on the Tamil Nadu government website
Only five departments have hosted theirG.O.sissued in May and June on the website. The orders that are not available on the site pertain to the creation ofSingappenSpecial Force and the provision of 100 additional units of electricity to domestic consumers who use 500 units bi-monthly
Udhayanidhi Stalin declared the DMK government a protective fortress for minorities, vowing to counter malicious political campaigns. He highlighted the party's enduring loyalty from minority communities, contrasting it with those who left. Udhayanidhi also praised the dedication of party stalwart 'Thuraimugam' Kaja, recounting his past gesture of sportsmanship towards M. Karunanidhi. The event underscored the DMK's commitment to minority welfare.
Man cleared in Pocso case after DNA test proves innocence
A 32-year-old man from Salem, wrongfully imprisoned for nearly two years on rape and impregnation charges, has been acquitted by a Pocso court. He refused bail, confident in his innocence. A crucial DNA test proved he was not the father of the child, leading to his release and allowing him to return to his village with his reputation restored. The court concluded he was falsely accused.
Access to GCC playgrounds restricted forgovt.-aided schools in George Town
The GCC has decided to collect charges from schools for access to its playgroundsduring school hours; this has led to disruption of sports activities in schools in the congested neighbourhood
Sai Kishore looks to take bad patch in his stride
Its time for Tamil Nadu to segregate solid waste at source
Though the new Solid Waste Management Rules kicked in on April 1, 2026, there has been little awareness among residents of this momentous change in urban solid waste management. While most parts of the world have settled into a routine of segregation of waste at source, Tamil Nadu still packs a mixed garbage bag. This report looks at how the new Rules could impact source segregation in the State
DVAC conducts surprise checks across Tamil Nadu
Four injured as MTC buses collide near War Memorial
IIT Madras Pravartak aims to train 10 lakh students in AI in the next three years
Construction supervisor robbed
Man arrested for murdering friend in drunken brawl
Shopkeeper accused of sexually harassing minor consumes poison
Priest arrested for theft at dance teachers house
Mini-truck driver dies in crash at traffic signal
Cloud cover keeps daytime temperatures down, humidity up
Drug peddlers using juveniles in Kannagi Nagar nabbed
Person seeking separate Tamil nation will be seen as one with mental health issues: HC
Two weeks after deadly leak, last of ammonia to be removed from seafood unit today
Guv invites people to Lok Bhavan to share problems
Governor has authority to review Central schemes: Nainar
DMK will bounce back after defeat: Stalin
The Parandur airport project was not part of the review as it will be discussed at a separate meeting, sources say
All roads of horse-trading leads to Lok Bhavan
DMK, AIADMK, BJP approach governor with allegations
City hosts major eye surgery conference
Two Tasmac district managers suspended for misconduct
HC discharges former DMK MP from tree felling case
TNPCB takes water samples from farm wells along Palar River in Tirupattur after complaints of froth
TNPCB officials said that the expert team will coordinate with the Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board to ensure that residents get a permanent solution for froth formation in water bodies
Tenkasi may be next Keeladi, a new dig suggests
Archaeologists find a brick stepwell that may date back by 2,500 years
More heart attacks treated, but deaths and costs climb too
Chennais Nelson Manickam Road choked by unregulated U-turns, encroachments and Tasmac crowds
Anbumani calls upon youth of Tamil Nadu to protest against Karnataka plan to build dam at Mekedatu
Tamil Nadu government plans to constitute a policy advocacy committee
Minister says government will study demands of textile associations, especially those related to reducing power tariff and strengthening textile processing sector
Chennai surgeon attends Seychelles 50th Independence Day celebrations, meets PM Modi
Rajakilpakkam lake shrinks to a trickle
100 Acres Reduce To 30 Due To Sewage, Encroachments
TNCC slams three-language policy, recalls Nehrus assurance
TN man accused of impregnating minor girl acquitted after DNA test proves his innocence
A 32-year-old man spent two years in Salem Central Prison after being accused of raping and impregnating a minor. Refusing bail, he insisted on being declared innocent by the court. A recent DNA test confirmed that he was not the father of the child, leading to his acquittal by a Pocso court.
CPI CONDEMNS AADHAV ARJUNA, ANITHA RADHAKRISHNAN FOR REMARKS
Trust urges T.N. Social Justice Minister to ensure law against honour killings is enacted
50 Bangladeshi nationals sent to West Bengal by train for deportation
Fifty Bangladeshi nationals, including 44 men and six women, were deported from Salem to West Bengal via the Howrah Express for repatriation. The group, previously held at a special detention camp, was escorted by a 40-member armed police team. Tamil Nadu police will hand them over to the Border Security Force at the Haridaspur border for final transfer to Bangladeshi authorities.
Aishwarya Lekshmi advocates for sports and self-defense
Following the screening of 'Gatta Kusthi 2' in Thanjavur, lead actress Aishwarya Lekshmi emphasized the importance of sports in building self-confidence and discipline. She urged everyone to learn and participate in a sport, highlighting its empowering nature. Lead actor Vishnu Vishal expressed his delight with the audience's positive reception, particularly for the film's comedic elements. The team is continuing their tour across Tamil Nadu to connect with fans.
50 Bangladeshi nationals sent to West Bengal for deportation
Salem (Tamil Nadu): As many as 50 Bangladeshi nationals were deported and sent to West Bengal by train to facilitate their repatriation, police said on Saturday, July 4. The deportees, comprising 44 men and six women, were previously lodged at the special detention camp located within the Attur taluk office complex in Tamil Nadus Salem 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 sends 50 Bangladeshi nationals to Bengal for deportation
Police said the group consists of 44 men and six women who had been lodged at the special detention camp inside the Attur taluk office complex in Salem district. After deportation orders were issued, they were taken from the camp to Tiruchirappalli by road in three police vans on July 3 under tight security arrangements.
Tamil Nadu begins extraction of ammonia gas at seafood export factory in Tiruvallur
The extraction process, which began at 8 am, is scheduled to conclude by 5 pm, though officials are prepared to extend the operation to Sunday morning if the removal remains incomplete
Watch: DMK MLA Anitha Radhakrishnan arrested over remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
Former Tamil Nadu Fisheries Minister and Tiruchendur DMK MLA Anitha R. Radhakrishnan has been arrested over his alleged remarks against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, triggering a sharp political confrontation between the ruling TVK and the Opposition DMK.
How Narasus built an iconic coffee brand in TN; Financial literacy and women's agency
Narasus is a household name in Tamil Nadu. As it celebrates its centenary, the company is ready for its next phase of growth. Radhika Gupta, MD & CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, reflects on ambition, motherhood, and the leadership lessons that continue to shape her journey.
MPEDA in discussions with Quikjet Cargo Airlines to ferry tuna from Andamans to Bengaluru
