'Jana Nayagan' BO day 2: Vijay's film drops 50.5%
Thalapathy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' saw a noticeable collection drop on its second day. The film still managed to cross the 50 crore India net milestone. Worldwide gross collections for the movie have now surpassed 112 crore. The Tamil version continues to dominate the film's overall earnings significantly. Tamil Nadu remains the biggest market contributing substantially to its box office success.
Southern States Power India's Rise As A Global Economic Powerhouse, Says Karnataka CM
Wanting greater cooperation among southern States, Shivakumar said When Karnataka grows, India grows. When Tamil Nadu succeeds. India succeeds.
Chennai airport modernisation gets Dec deadline
GCC inspects apartments for bulk waste compliance
Fines BWGs Rs 5.1 lakh in July in raids; new policy underway to charge residents
Lot of booze but no space at Tasmac shops
Campuses say Konnichiwa to more foreign languages
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Woman arrested for stealing ATM card from bus passenger
Developers seek clarification from CMDA on FSI rules along metro corridor
CMI wants to reverse poor admission trend in BSc maths course: Madhavan Mukund
Tasmac cracks down on liquor overcharging at retail shops; third MRP violation to lead to dismissal
The revised disciplinary guidelines, issued through a circular by Tasmac on Friday, follow a Madras high court order dated June 12.
Madras HC upholds expulsion of 2 VISTAS law students accused of kidnapping classmate
Six killed in two road accidents near Chennai
HC refuses to regularise temporary staffers in district judiciary
3,000 streetlights dysfunctional in Chennai
Learn from Karnataka, recruit 1.5 lakh posts in 1 year, Anbumani urges TN
Chennai college students protest on campus in their own ways in support of Delhi protesters
'NEET Destroyed My Family': Brother of S Anitha, Tamil Nadu's First NEET Victim
S Anitha's brother joins Delhi NEET protests, demanding a ban on the exam that he says destroyed his family
Schools turn to nutrition charts, monitoring of food habits to balance academics and health
Man arrested for trespassing into house and sexually harassing woman in Thoraipakkam
97-year-old regains shoulder movement after awake keyhole surgery
Construction debris inside corporation park in Chennais Madhavaram sparks safety concerns
Over 37,000 MSU students to receive degrees
Tamil Nadu DGP Mahesh Aggarwal among those who will receive their doctoral degrees at the convocation to be held on July 28
Governance is not cinema, deliver poll promises: Premallatha to Vijay
DMK minister Senthilbalaji surrenders, executes bail bond in MLA poaching case
HC appoints revenue secretary as nodal officer for seemai karuvelam eradication drive
Murder case undertrial died in assault inside Kilpauk Institute of Mental Health hospital
NEET is against Tamil Nadus social justice principles, say protesters
At a protest in the CPI State Office, a crowd of predominantly youngsters raised slogans calling for the complete scrapping of NEET examinations as well as the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Tamil Nadu maintains that Karnataka has not released water on a pro-rata basis after accounting for the rainfall deficit.
Madras HC refuses to quash FIR in counterfeit medicines case
Governance is not cinema, deliver poll promises: DMDK leader Premalatha to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
Director-General of TECC Chennai explains his idea of Design from Taiwan, Make in Tamil Nadu
Federation urges Tamil Nadu government to constitute Senior Citizens Commission
CreditAccess Grameen Limited - First Quarter FY26-27 Results
AUM Grew 16.4% YoY to INR 30,319 Crore PPOP Grew 33.6% YoY to INR 873 Crore PAT Grew 719.7% YoY to INR 493 Crore CreditAccess Grameen Limited (NSE: CREDITACC, BSE: 541770, ‘CA Grameen’), India’s leading rural-focused inclusive financing platform, today announced its unaudited and limited reviewed financial performance for the first quarter for the financial year 2026-2027. Business Highlights: Q1 FY27 AUM grew 16.4% YoY from 26,055 crore to INR 30,319 crore Disbursements increased by 11.9% YoY from INR 5,458 crore to INR 6,107 crore Retail Finance portfolio share at 20.6% in Jun-26 Vs 18.1% in Mar-26 Healthy new borrower addition of 2.5 lakh with 35% being New-to-Credit (NTC) Portfolio share of unique borrowers in Group Lending at 46% in Q1 FY27 Vs 36% in Q1 FY26 PAR 0+ decreased from 3.0% in Q4 FY26 to 2.2% in Q1 FY27 X-Bucket Collection Efficiency stood at 99.68% in June 26 Branch network grew by 7.7% YoY from 2,114 in Jun-25 to 2,276 branches in Jun-26 Employee base grew by 3.0% YoY from 21,333 to 21,981 with annualised quarterly attrition rate of 20.6% Financial Highlights: Q1 FY27 Total income increased by 21.9% YoY to INR 1,784 crore Pre-provision operating profit (PPOP) increased 33.6 % YoY to INR 873 crore Credit cost declined by 62.8% YoY to INR 212.5 crore or 0.72% on a non-annualized basis Profit Before Tax (PBT) grew 713.7% YoY from INR 81.1 crore to INR 660.0 crore Profit After Tax (PAT) grew 719.7% YoY from INR 60.2 crore to INR 493.4 crore GNPA / NNPA measured at 60+ dpd (GL) stood 2.18% / 0.76%, with PAR 90+ of 1.46% Robust liquidity of INR 3,535.5 crore of cash, cash equivalents, and investments, 10.4% of the total assets Healthy capital position with a CRAR of 24.9% Credit Rating: AA-/Stable by CRISIL, ICRA & India Rating Commenting on the business performance, Mr. Ganesh Narayanan, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of CreditAccess Grameen Ltd , remarked, “ The Company delivered a steady and disciplined performance in Q1 FY27. AUM grew 16.4% YoY to INR 30,319 crore, notwithstanding the typical Q1 seasonality and continued write-offs over the past 12 months. Retail Finance now constitutes 20.6% of AUM, up from 18.1% a quarter ago, driven by the graduation of long-vintage, credit-tested customers into secured, higher-ticket products, a trend that is expected to gain further momentum. During the quarter, we also completed a private NCD issuance of INR 425 crore, which further diversifies our liability base. Our overall funding profile remains healthy, with foreign borrowings at 23.9% of our liability mix and capital position remaining strong with CRAR at 24.9% . Our asset quality metrics remained within our expected range through the quarter, supported by sustained collection efficiency across all operating geographies. Our continued ability to recover quickly, drove strong improvement in profitability, a trend now visible for the second consecutive quarter. We expect this trajectory to be sustained through the rest of the year helping achieve our FY27 performance guidance. Operating metrics continued to strengthen, with PPOP up 33.6% YoY to INR 873 crore, followed by 62.8% YoY decline in Credit Cost to INR 212 crore, resulting in a PAT of INR 493 crore, up 719.7% YoY. These outcomes lay a strong foundation to undertake 'Project Shakti,' our transformational journey anchored in the strength and resilience of the communities we serve .” About CreditAccess Grameen Limited CreditAccess Grameen Limited is India’s leading rural-focused inclusive financing platform headquartered in Bengaluru. The Company provides a curated lifecycle credit suite to low-middle income households spanning group loans, individual business loans, secured business loans, affordable housing loans, and two-wheeler financing. The Company operates across 457 districts in 16 states (Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh & West Bengal) and one union territory (Puducherry) through 2,276 branches. The Company’s Promoter is CreditAccess India B.V., a multinational company focused on inclusive financing, supported by leading global institutional investors.
Value added coffee exports rise 46% in past three years
Karnataka tops the list of coffee producing states with an output of 2.56 lakh tonnes, followed by Kerala and Tamil Nadu
Workers say that they earn between 20,000 and 25,000 a month and one common thread that runs through their stories is the lack of insurance coverage and financial security
Standardised vending carts planned for proposed model food streets in Tamil Nadu
Electricity connection would be obtained, and proper licenses would be issued for the vendors
Tamizhar 4.0 Business Conclave begins in Chennai
ED attaches fresh 1,906 crore worth assets of Gameskraft
The ED said Gameskraft and RummyTime Technologies were engaged in operating online Real Money Games (RMGs) through the said apps and they had a user base of around 3 crore players primarily in the States of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay proposes meeting with Karnataka counterpart D.K. Shivakumar over Cauvery
Even after accounting for the deficient rainfall during the current Southwest monsoon, Tamil Nadu is estimated to be entitled to receive at least three thousand million cubic feet (tmc ft.) more, according to a representative of the State government
Tamil Nadu anti-NEET protest: Over 50 detained after road blockade
Protests against the NEET examination continued nationwide with detentions occurring in Tamil Nadu. Students and opposition leaders demanded accountability and the education minister's resignation. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay supported the protests and called for NEET abolition. Senior leaders met BJP officials to discuss examination irregularities and reforms. The Centre assured strict action against those involved in paper leaks.
Two More Held In Rs 100 Cr Private Schools Scam in Tamil Nadu
The investigation stems from a complaint lodged by D C Elangovan of the Federation of Associations of Private Schools in Tamil Nadu.
ED Attaches Fresh Rs.1,096 Cr Worth Assets of Gameskraft
The ED said Gameskraft and RummyTime Technologies were engaged in operating online Real Money Games (RMGs) through the said apps and they had a user base of around 3 crore players primarily in the states of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
What is Tamil Nadus new presence-less property registration service? | Explained
The Tamil Nadu government is set to make property registration easier with its new Presence-less Registration system, launching on August 17, 2026. The move, in the first phase, will enable online property registration by flat and plot promoters, bankers and financial institutions eliminating visits to Sub-Registrar offices.
'Jana Nayagan' BO day 2 (Live): Vijay's film reaches another milestone
Jana Nayagan's second day collections reached Rs 49 crore India gross. The film is performing very well with packed shows nationwide. Tamil Nadu remains the biggest market for Vijay's farewell film. Weekend collections are expected to boost the movie's earnings further. Audiences continue to throng theaters for the popular actor's movie.
Highway Infrastructure bags 28.69 crore NHAI toll contract
The Indore-based company will manage fee collection at the Kozhinjipatti Fee Plaza on the DindigulSamayanallur section of NH-44 in Tamil Nadu.
Test your knowledgein geography
The Indian National Cartographic Association, Tamil Nadu chapter, is conducting a quiz for students
As the sea changes, fisherwomen in Tamil Nadu struggle to stay afloat
For fisherwomen, rising temperatures are only one part of a larger crisis. Pollution, ecological degradation, and changing seas are making livelihoods increasingly precarious
'Kalavani' actor Vimal gets one-year jail sentence in cheque dishonour case
A Tamil Nadu minister attended a film screening with his children. The movie, Jana Nayagan, carries an 'A' certificate from the CBFC. This certification restricts entry for individuals below eighteen years of age. Social media users questioned the minister's family outing and adherence to rules. The incident has shifted focus to the enforcement of film certification guidelines.
CM Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' controversy grows after failing CBFC rules
A Tamil Nadu minister attended a film screening with his children. The movie, Jana Nayagan, carries an 'A' certificate for adults. This has raised questions about adherence to certification rules. Social media users are debating the equal application of these guidelines. The incident shifts focus from the film to certification compliance.
'Jana Nayagan' opens strong at box office
Thalapathy Vijay's latest blockbuster, 'Jana Nayagan,' kicked off impressively at the box office, raking in an astounding forty-one crore rupees net in India and a whopping seventy-eight crore globally. The film, directed by H. Vinoth, showcases Vijay in an action-packed role as a former police officer, with Tamil Nadu delivering the highest state collections, signifying widespread audience enthusiasm.
Two TNCSC staff among three held for alleged PDS rice smuggling in Perambur
Acting on a tip-off, Civil Supplies CID officials intercepted a lorry near Perambur on Wednesday and found around 300 bags of PDS rice
Two more held in 100-crore private schools approval scam
The accused were identified as Arokiyaraj, alias Raja, 39, of Madurai, and Suresh, 49, of Tiruchi
Public healthcare steps in as workplace injuries expose insurance gap among migrant workers
Workers say that they earn between 20,000 and 25,000 a month and one common thread that runs through their stories is the lack of insurance coverage and financial security
Chennais demand drives rent surge in suburbs
S P Velumani skips EPS-led poll review meet, Singai Ramachandran quits AIADMK
Woman dies by suicide after husband assaults her
Private land tagged as temple property; Info panel orders probe
Poor monsoon, heat leave TN staring at urban water stress
West Bengal robbery suspects arrested while hiding in Chennai
TNGECL starts giving NOC for stalled solar plant projects
IMA says case is in court but TVK member forcing docs to pay family
DMK MLA Markandeyans arrest: HC seeks police response on bail plea
Use of force against student protesters in Tamil Nadu flayed
Tuticorin man dies after arrest; family alleges police assault
Tamil Nadu Lags in PM Surya Ghar Rooftop Solar Installations
Under the scheme, the power generated from rooftop solar systems will be injected into the grid, and consumers will be billed for units consumed beyond the injected power under net-metering
Nilgiris Organic Farming Drive Stalls as Certification Falls Short
Thousands of farmers were enrolled and money sanctioned, but lack of monitoring derailed mission
TVK ministers queue up for Jana Nayagan FDFS
BJP, AMMK target Rahul Gandhi over NEET protests
Interview | Sai Sudharsan: The satisfaction from scoring runs in Tests is unparalleled
The 24-year-old says even a small weakness or flaw will be challenged in the longest format; the Tamil Nadu batter adds that his priority now is to work on his fitness and game against spin bowling ahead of the Sri Lanka series; the southpaw explains he is not worried too much about not being in the T20I scheme of things
Tamil Nadu govt explores moving secretariat to new place
Cauvery water dispute | DK Shivakumar, Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to hold bilateral talks? - Deccan Herald
Cauvery water dispute | DK Shivakumar, Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to hold bilateral talks? Deccan Herald
I am accountable only to god, people and CM
Stalin flays Vijays silence on Cauvery row, demands fresh relief package for kuruvai farmers
Juveniles vandalise home in suspected escape attempt in Chengalpet
Stirrings of Protest Felt in Tamil Nadu Too
Students and youth gather at party offices while authorities prevent campus protests from spilling out
Health minister warns Chennai street food vendors against using banned colours and adulterant
Red sanders weighing 1.78 tonnes stolen from Tiruppattur forest godown
More trial courts to reduce pendency of cases: Nirmalkumar
ePlane Company & Apollo Hospitals in pact for electric air ambulances, medical delivery drones
From Marina to Madurai: Anti-NEET protests grip Tamil Nadu as filmmakers join stir
Anti-NEET protests escalated across Tamil Nadu on Thursday, with coordinated demonstrations in Chennai, Madurai and Erode, echoing similar unrest in Delhi over alleged question paper leaks and administrative lapses in the exam.
Congress organises district presidents training programme to prepare party for local body polls
Educationists forum condemns attack on students
Electric buggies, bullock carts: ASIs fresh suggestions to end traffic snarls in Mamallapuram
Watch: The Ford story: How one factory transformed Tamil Nadu | Focus Tamil Nadu
Why did Ford choose Chennai instead of Pune in the 1990s? This episode traces the story behind that landmark decision, how it transformed Tamil Nadu into an automobile powerhouse, why Ford exited India in 2021, and what its ongoing talks with the State government could mean for the future of the Maraimalai Nagar plant.
Milky Mist eyes early August IPO
Trisha mobbed after watching Vijays Jana Nayagan
Vijay's final film 'Jana Nayagan' finally released, sparking grand celebrations across Tamil Nadu. Actress Trisha Krishnan attended a screening and was mobbed by enthusiastic fans outside the theatre. Security personnel quickly intervened to safely escort Trisha and her mother to their waiting vehicle. The film 'Jana Nayagan' features a compelling story and a star-studded cast. This release marks a significant moment for fans of the beloved actor.
Ministers, MLAs turn emotional as CM Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan releases in Tamil Nadu
Considered Mr. Vijays swansong before his transition to full-time politics, Jana Nayagan, which was originally expected to be released ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, hit the screens on July 23
Key accused involved in many cyber fraud cases arrested at Chennai Airport
The accused Ilavarasan was involved in multiple cases relating to cyber slavery and financial cheating across various jurisdictions in Tamil Nadu
