22.5 kg of ganja seized in separate operations; two arrested
The person arrested near Pattaravakkam Railway Station said he had procured the contraband from Odisha
Madras HC says converts to Islam cannot claim backward class Muslim status
The Madras High Court has declared unconstitutional a Tamil Nadu government order that allowed converts to Islam to claim backward class status. Justices ruled that a convert is simply a Muslim, and the state cannot create a hierarchy within Islam to grant reservation benefits. The court emphasized that conversion to a specific sect for reservation is un-Islamic and undermines previous judgments.
Three held, Amman idol seized in attempted idol smuggling near Kancheepuram
Prehistoric site with rock shelter, art, stone tools found near Chennai
Kabbadi coach booked under POCSO Act
Govt cancels tenders to study privatisation of waste mgmt in 12 corpns
Following Political Backlash From Allies
Tamil Nadu: CM Joins The Run Against Drugs
Awareness on the ill effects of drugs was essential to protect the youth from falling prey to drugs and to prevent crimes: Chief Minister Vijay
Suspect in T Nagar burglary sent to police custody
Ammonia gas leak toll climbs to 15; two workers on ventilator support
Police destroy 2.4 tonnes of seized ganja
Tamil Nadu Minister D. Sarathkumar has vehemently denied drug use allegations following the resurfacing of a two-year-old video. He clarified that the footage, showing him arranging a powder, depicted him crushing a tablet for his daughter. Sarathkumar dismissed the claims as politically motivated and baseless, asserting his readiness to cooperate with any investigation into the matter.
Man robbed of golf, cash by two transpersons
IPS Seema Aggarwal retires after 36 years of service
Tamil Nadu police constable qualifies for womens 800m in Asian Games
Three arrested for attempting to smuggle amman idol near Kancheepuram
Contractor held for recruiting minors
MSMEs in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat lack action plans to mitigate climate change impact
Tamil Nadu Olympic Water Sports Academy at Ramanathapuram is all set for inaugural
Tamil Nadu raises government employee health insurance cover to 7.5 lakh
Coverage for specified severe illnesses, including organ transplants, has been enhanced to 12 lakh.
Coimbatore teachers seek exemption from census duty, cite impact on students academics and sports
Coimbatore's postgraduate and physical education teachers are appealing to the district administration for exemption from national census duties. They argue that census work will severely disrupt crucial Class XII exam preparation, syllabus completion, and vital school sports activities.
Rallies, awareness programmes mark International Day against Drug Abuse
Start Run, Stop Drugs was the theme of the events held under the auspices of the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and Prohibition and Excise Department in Tiruchi
Tamil Nadu pitches itself as defence manufacturing hub, highlights 3 lakh crore opportunity
With the Centre targeting 3 lakh crore in defence production and 50,000 crore in exports by 2029, Tamil Nadu is seeking to attract a significant share of investments and manufacturing activity
The Madras High Court has invalidated a Tamil Nadu government order that permitted converts to Islam from Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, Denotified Communities, and Scheduled Castes to retain reservation benefits under the Backward Class Muslim category. Judges ruled the order unconstitutional, stating that conversion to Islam does not grant membership in specific Muslim communities recognized by birth.
Supra Pacific Financial Services Limited, a BSE-listed Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), today announced an ambitious expansion plan to establish 500 branches across 15 states over the next three years, while targeting an asset base of INR 2,500 crore as part of its long-term growth strategy. L to R: Deepak Francis (Business Head), R. Balakrishnan (Head – Treasury), Rajeev M. R. (CFO), Mahesh Thakkar (Chairman, FIDC), Manoj Ravi (CEO), and Bindu Menon (Zonal Head – Maharashtra) The company also inaugurated its new Corporate Office in Andheri, Mumbai, in the presence of Mr. Mahesh Thakkar, Chairman of the Finance Industry Development Council (FIDC), and Mr. Manoj Ravi, CEO of Supra Pacific Financial Services Limited, along with eminent industry leaders, key stakeholders and members of the company's leadership team. As part of its expansion roadmap, Supra Pacific will mark its presence in Gujarat, Delhi, Rajasthan, Odisha and Telangana, while expanding operations across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Goa. In the present phase, the company will open five new branches in Goa, further enhancing access to formal financial services in underserved regions. The company has recorded strong growth, with its assets increasing by 64.39% during FY 2025-26, from INR 290 Crore to INR 499 Crore. It now aims to achieve INR 750 Crore in assets during the current financial year, progressing towards its INR 2,500 Crore target within three years. Supra Pacific continues to diversify its lending portfolio across gold loans, microfinance, vehicle finance and business loans. It also plans to introduce working capital loans ranging from INR 10 lakh to INR 1 crore for traders and MSMEs, alongside a new mobile application to deliver faster and more seamless digital financial services. Commenting on the company's growth plans, Mr. Manoj Ravi, CEO, Supra Pacific Financial Services Limited , said, " India's growth story presents a tremendous opportunity to bridge the credit gap, particularly across Tier II, Tier III and Tier IV cities, rural villages and the country's hinterlands. While financial inclusion has made significant progress, access to formal credit, especially Gold Loans and small business lending, remains limited in many regions. By strengthening our presence across the country, we aim to contribute meaningfully towards India's financial inclusion agenda and support the nation's vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 ." As part of its long-term growth strategy, the company also plans to expand its workforce from 700 to over 2,000 employees over the next three years and launch a public issue of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) during FY 2026-27 to support its future growth plans. With a strong focus on technology-driven innovation, responsible lending and customer-centric services, Supra Pacific Financial Services Limited continues to strengthen its position as a trusted financial partner driving inclusive growth across India. About Supra Pacific Financial Services Limited Supra Pacific Financial Services Limited is a Mumbai-headquartered Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) offering a comprehensive suite of financial solutions. Its core offerings include gold loans, microfinance, vehicle finance, and business loans, complemented by personal loans, investment products, and insurance broking services. Led by Managing Director Joby George (MD) and recently appointed CEO Manoj Ravi, the company focuses on technology-driven growth and financial inclusion. In FY2026 the company reported revenue of ~INR 920.8 million (net profit INR 78.8m) and a loan portfolio of ~INR 335.6 crore. It has pursued recent fund-raising (INR 20cr NCD issuance) and leadership changes to bolster expansion. As an ISO-certified Great Place To Work, Supra Pacific emphasizes trustworthy, customer-centric service. Supra Pacific stresses “inclusive, reliable, growth-oriented” financial services and remains committed to empowering customers through transparency and swift service. www.suprapacific.com .
Tiruvallur ammonia leak: Left parties seek 25-lakh compensation for families of victims
In a statement, CPI(M) Tamil Nadu Politburo member K. Balakrishnan alleged the management had housed young women workers from other States in hostel accommodation under exploitative conditions and made them work until midnight, leading to the incident
The High Court said that when a person converts to Islam, he becomes a Muslim, and his place in Muslim society is not determined by the caste to which he belonged before his conversion.
Why is Tamil Nadu opposing the Centres latest guidelines on Cauvery basin? | Explained
The fresh norms require the State government to prepare and submit a preliminary report, pre-feasibility report or concept note in tune with what has been stipulated in the 2017 guidelines and with the 2007 final award of the Tribunal
Khushbu Sundar's elder daughter, Avantika Sundar, married Shravan Sreenivasan in a star-studded ceremony at a luxury resort in Goa on June 25. The wedding was attended by Trisha Krishnan, Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, Venkatesh Daggubati, Anil Kapoor and Jackie Shroff, while Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay skipped the celebrations.
As Bengal drops eggs from mid-day meals, Tamil Nadu and Odisha show another way
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay flags off anti-drug marathon, runs to spread awareness
The Chief Minister signed on the commitment board saying Sports-ah edu, drugs-ah vidu (Take up sports, give up drugs).
The South Buys Newer, the North Holds Longer: India Is Three Used Car Markets in One
Cars24 and Team BHP's Gears of Growth 2025 report finds that preference for car age has significant regional differences. Southern markets are skewed towards 2019 and newer vehicles, western markets churn steadily across 2017 to 2021 model years, and North and Central India hold on to cars the longest. National statistics flatten India's used car market into one number. The Cars24 and Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 report, drawn from over 33 million users, pulls it apart and finds three distinct markets running on three different clocks. The variable that separates them is not the models people buy, but how old the car is when it changes hands. Southern markets show a higher concentration of vehicles from 2019 and later. Western India trades across a balanced spread of 2017 to 2021 model years. North and Central India carry a greater share of 2017 to 2019 and pre-2017 vehicles. The report's conclusion is direct: regional economics and buyer preferences shape inventory age profiles more than most buyers realise. Three regions, three ownership clocks The regional split in the Gears of Growth 2025 report reads as follows: Source: Cars24 x Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 Report In the South, the report points to faster upgrade cycles and higher car adoption, which keeps inventory young. For a buyer in Bengaluru, Chennai or Hyderabad, the practical effect is a shelf weighted toward 2019 and newer cars. A three to four year old vehicle is mainstream stock here, not a premium find. The same report finds Tamil Nadu's share of national demand rising from 6.1 percent to 6.5 percent and Karnataka's from 10 percent to 10.4 percent in 2025, a steady climb consistent with markets where cars circulate quickly. Western India behaves like the market's metronome. Maharashtra, the country's single largest used car market at 15.1 percent of national demand, and Gujarat, which posted the largest state-level gain of 2025 at 8.7 to 10.2 percent, both trade across an even spread of 2017 to 2021 model years. In Mumbai, Pune or Ahmedabad a buyer finds roughly equal odds of a five-year-old or a two-year-old car. The report calls this stable ownership churn: cars enter and exit ownership at a consistent rhythm rather than in waves. North and Central India run the longest clock. The region's higher share of 2017 to 2019 and pre-2017 vehicles points to owners who keep cars well past the national norm, and to what the report describes as value-driven resale behaviour. A buyer in Delhi NCR or across Uttar Pradesh, which alone holds 11.7 percent of national demand, will see more six to eight year old cars on the shelf than a southern buyer does. A car in this market is held, maintained, and sold late in its life, often to a buyer who intends to do exactly the same. Why the clocks run at different speeds The report attributes the divergence to regional economics and buyer preferences rather than any single cause. Southern states lead the country in adopting newer automotive technology: Karnataka and Maharashtra together account for 68 percent of all used EV purchases nationally. Markets comfortable buying the newest category of vehicle are, predictably, also the markets where recent model years dominate. Longer holding in the North reads as strategy, not lag. An owner who runs a car for eight or nine years extracts the maximum use from a depreciating asset before selling it into a deep pool of value-focused buyers. The report's non-metro data reinforces this: demand there concentrates in low-maintenance, affordable models such as the Swift Dzire, Wagon R and Alto, exactly the cars built to be owned long and sold late. What this means for used car buyers and sellers in Chennai will encounter a younger inventory mix, weighted to 2019 and newer, than someone shopping in Lucknow, where six to eight-year-old cars are common, even on the same platform on the same day. For sellers, the same car meets different demands depending on where it is sold. A 2020 vehicle is mid-life stock in a southern market that skews to 2019 and newer, and comparatively fresh inventory in a northern market dominated by older cars. Timing a sale against the regional clock, not the national average, is the more informed move. All figures in this article are sourced from the Cars24 Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 report, based on Cars24 internal transaction data comprising over 33 million users as of December 2025.
Suriya's blockbuster 'Karuppu' misses record milestone in Tamil Nadu
Suriya's action entertainer 'Karuppu,' directed by RJ Balaji, has concluded its theatrical run in Tamil Nadu, amassing an impressive Rs 191 crore. The film's remarkable success, driven by strong word-of-mouth and consistent audience engagement, marks a significant commercial comeback for Suriya. While it narrowly missed the Rs 200 crore milestone in the state, its overall performance solidifies its position as one of the year's biggest hits.
Transfer of Katchatheevu to Sri Lanka another 'historic dark chapter' of Congress rule: BJP
The BJP has sharply criticised the Congress, labeling the 1974 transfer of Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka as a historic dark chapter that undermined India's national interests. Party spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi highlighted the ongoing difficulties faced by Tamil Nadu fishermen due to this decision. He accused the Congress of a pattern of surrender, citing historical instances like the partition and territorial concessions.
In Tamil Nadu's Koilvenni village, the Karumbeswarar Temple, known as India's 'Diabetes Temple,' draws thousands seeking relief from the ailment. Devotees believe scattering sugar for sacred ants to consume symbolically reduces their blood sugar. While scientifically unproven, this unique ritual highlights the powerful blend of faith, folklore, and travel in India's rich cultural tapestry, attracting pilgrims and curious travelers alike.
A dispute escalates between the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna over the 982-page Keeladi excavation report. The ASI wants the report re-examined by an internal committee, citing deficiencies, while Ramakrishna insists his findings, suggesting an early urban Tamil civilization from 800-500 BCE, are final and should not be altered. This comes after a court directed the report's publication, a deadline that has now passed.
She grazed buffaloes after school; the cab driver's daughter cracked UPSC to become an IAS officer
Vanmathi, raised in rural Tamil Nadu, overcame poverty, household responsibilities and social pressure to pursue education instead of early marriage. Inspired by a woman District Collector, she prepared for the UPSC Civil Services Examination while working in banking, facing multiple setbacks before securing All India Rank 152 in 2015. She joined the IAS and has served across Maharashtra, focusing on tribal welfare, health, water conservation and digital governance initiatives as District Collector of Wardha. Her journey reflects perseverance and purpose.
Nine Climate-Tech Start-ups to Deploy Urban sustainability Solutions Across 10 Indian cities
The initiative is led by Social Alpha and the University of Toronto India Foundation through the Innovations in Sustainable Urban Transition Program. The selected start-ups to address urban sustainability challenges in construction, waste management, water, sanitation and renewable energy. To receive grants of up to INR 35 lakh to support the deployment Technology deployments will be undertaken in partnership with 11 private and six public organisations, including industry partners, educational institutions, healthcare providers and urban local bodies. Nine climate-tech start-ups are set to deploy solutions addressing critical urban sustainability challenges across 10 Indian cities, including Chennai, Kozhikode, Bengaluru, Khammam, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Bhavnagar and New Delhi. Under the Innovations in Sustainable Urban Transition Program, led by Social Alpha and the University of Toronto India Foundation (UTIF), these start-ups will deploy solutions that support low-carbon transitions across these cities. The selected start-ups will receive grants of up to INR 35 lakh to support the deployment of their innovations and help de-risk their adoption in urban environments. The selected start-ups will deploy innovations across sectors critical to urban sustainability, including low-carbon construction materials, renewable energy, waste management, water efficiency and sanitation. The nine startups include: Carbon Strong , whose proprietary fly ash-based binder replaces 35-40% of cement in concrete, cutting embodied carbon and costs with no process change for producers. Satiq Concrete Manufacturer , which develops low-temperature, waste-derived binders and engineered composites that deliver lightweight, high-strength, thermally efficient concrete with significantly lower emissions. Go Do Good Studio , which creates home-compostable food packaging using proprietary plant-based coatings and inks that eliminate plastic from urban food delivery and catering. Vivifica Sustainable Solutions , whose patented WENERATOR integrates process optimisation, IoT-based monitoring and multi-stage digestion to convert mixed organic waste into clean biogas at source, designed for institutional kitchens and canteens. Apeiro Energy , which develops vertical small wind turbines optimised for low wind speeds, paired with smart controllers, monitoring systems, energy management systems and an AI micrositing tool for wind-solar hybrid microgrids. Trinano Technologies , whose patented nano coating for solar panels increases energy output by 4%+, extends panel life by 2-3 years, and cuts cleaning requirements by 50%, addressing inefficiencies that reduce energy production. Smart Terra , whose AI-driven SaaS creates a digital twin of water networks to detect leaky pipes and faulty meters and predict operational inefficiencies in water networks with under 100-metre precision, and is agnostic to hardware, sensor or database technologies. Vayujal Technologies , whose atmospheric water generators can produce 43 to 3,000 litres of drinking water per day from air for homes, offices, institutions, industries and communities, in an energy-efficient manner, with zero water wastage and adherence to BIS 10500. Xpredict Labs , whose HiDrEC is a decentralised, packaged wastewater treatment system that runs on electrochemical principles with no external chemicals, requiring lower land footprints while producing reusable CPCB-compliant water. The technologies will be deployed through 17 partnerships spanning 11 private and six public organisations across 10 Indian cities, with expected outcomes spanning emissions reduction, waste diversion, production of energy from clean sources, energy efficiency, reduction in non revenue water losses, reduced dependence on groundwater, and increased access to clean drinking water. The pilot partners include ready-mix concrete manufacturers (RMCs) such as Veera Concrete and PCS Industries, schools under the Government of Maharashtra and Government of Tamil Nadu, research institutions such as the Central Road Research Institute, hospitals including Kilpauk Medical College Hospital and Meitra Hospital, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as Contendre Solar and Boson Whitewater, industries such as Ashapura Saltworks and Yashpoly, real estate companies such as DRA Homes, and urban local bodies and utilities including the Khammam Municipal Corporation and Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board. On the Program, Ganesh Neelam, Co-founder, Social Alpha , said, " By 2036, India's towns and cities are expected to be home to 600 million people. As urban populations grow, pressure on the systems that support everyday life will intensify. Cities will need to rethink how they design and construct infrastructure, manage resources, deliver essential services and build resilience to climate risks. Addressing these challenges requires solutions that are practical, reliable and deployable at scale. Our aim is to support a growing pipeline of innovators addressing urban sustainability challenges and support the deployment of these solutions across Indian cities ." Gauravi Lobo, Director, U of T India Foundatio n, said, " What this program has surfaced is that the constraint isn't the technology. It's the distance between a working solution and a public system ready to absorb it. The nine start-ups in this cohort are being tested against that distance, with pilots designed around what urban local bodies and civic institutions actually need to make adoption decisions. For UTIF, that is where the research question lives - and what we carry back to the University of Toronto is not just the outcome, but the institutional logic of how Indian cities are learning to integrate innovation at scale ." The Innovations in Sustainable Urban Transition Program was first launched in 2024. Its first cohort of eleven start-ups deployed innovations in 11 cities addressing air quality, sanitation, waste management, clean mobility and low-carbon construction materials. The Program demonstrated that deep-tech innovations can be contextualised, de-risked and deployed through structured public and private partnerships, generating measurable outcomes in emissions avoidance (105.99 tonnes of CO2e), waste diversion (407.15 tonnes), water savings (16,896 kilolitres) and improved air quality (between 20% - 94% reduction in PM 2.5 and 10 across four locations). urban@socialalpha.org . About Social Alpha Social Alpha is an operating philanthropy dedicated to taking breakthrough science from lab to the last mile. Social Alpha's full-stack, multistage innovation and venture development platform is designed to develop, de-risk and deploy frontier innovations to advance affordable healthcare, resilient livelihoods and climate action, prioritising the most critical challenges for people and planet. Founded in 2016, Social Alpha has supported over 450 innovations focused on socio-economic and environmental impact. For more information, please visit www.socialalpha.org . About University of Toronto India Foundation The University of Toronto India Foundation, based in Mumbai, serves as a dynamic bridge connecting the University of Toronto with India's academic institutions, innovators, non-profits, social enterprises and governments. Bringing together research, innovation and impact, UTIF works to address sustainability challenges faced by Indian cities through co-created solutions. www.uoftindiafoundation.com .
UP Moving Towards $1 Trillion Dream, But Are Women Missing From Growth Story?
Tamil Nadu has a female worker population ration of 41.5 per cent, Maharashtra 39.1 per cent against only 33.6 per cent in UP.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay showcases impressive fitness at 53
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, at 53, demonstrated remarkable fitness by completing a 6km 'Start Run, Stop Drugs' marathon in Chennai. Leading thousands, including ministers and volunteers, he administered an anti-drug pledge and actively participated, even offering water to fellow runners. Videos of his energetic run and motivational presence have gone viral, highlighting his disciplined lifestyle and commitment to public awareness.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay flags off 'Start Run, Stop Drugs' anti-drug awareness marathon in Chennai
Watch: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay joins thousands in anti-drug awareness run at Chennai's Marina Beach
SKUAST-K ranks 4th in IIRF University Rankings 2026
Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) has been awarded 4th rank nationally (Agriculture & Horticulture University category) in the International Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) University Rankings 2026, reinforcing its growing stature as one of Indias leading institutions in agricultural education and research. Ranked just behind three of the countrys most prestigious agricultural universities, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi; Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana; and Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, SKUAST-Ks achievement reflects its remarkable rise as a leading centre of excellence in agricultural education, research, innovation, and rural transformation. The recognition places SKUAST-K among the countrys top agricultural universities and reflects its expanding academic, research, and innovation footprint. The ranking is based on IIRFs comprehensive evaluation of over 2,500 institutions nationwide, using key performance indicators such as academic reputation, student diversity, research outcomes, innovation, infrastructure, community engagement, and international outlook. SKUAST-K registered a strong performance across multiple ranking indicators, including academic excellence, research, innovation, inclusivity, community engagement, infrastructure, and global outreach. The university currently offers 14 undergraduate programs, the highest among state agricultural universities in the country, and has nearly 30 percent of its students from outside Jammu and Kashmir. In research and innovation, SKUAST-Ks IPR tally stands at 123 IPRs, including 117 in the last four years, holds an H-index of 115, and has over 200 extramural research projects in operation. The university has also strengthened its profile through large-scale community engagement and development initiatives, such as the Student Rural Exploration Program, which covers 400 villages, involves about 4,000 students, and is expanding its national and international collaborations with reputable institutions and industries. Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-K, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, said the achievement reflects the sustained efforts of the universitys faculty, scientists, students, and staff. He said SKUAST-K remains committed to strengthening research, promoting innovation, and supporting farming communities through education, community engagement, and technology transfer. Prof. Ganai said the university has repositioned its strategic focus from local to national in 2022 and from national to global in 2026, with the aim of emerging as a globally reputed institution in transdisciplinary sciences. The achievement further strengthens SKUAST-Ks position as a center of excellence in agricultural sciences, innovation, and rural transformation.
Weather Today (June 26, 2026): Widespread rainfall is forecast across India as the Southwest Monsoon advances, bringing heavy to extremely heavy showers to several states. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are also expected in many regions. Meanwhile, heatwave conditions will persist in parts of eastern and northern India, with maximum temperatures set to fluctuate. Residents are advised to stay alert and take precautions.
Freshworks gains large customers as it eyes to cross $1 bn ARR this year
TaMo eyes India product launches, wider global reach from 3.8 bn Iveco deal
TN opposes Centres NLC stake sale
Death toll in Poonamallee accident rises to 2
Nirmala Sitharaman welcomes TVKs stand on administrative cooperation with Centre
Nothing wrong in borrowing funds, its usage matters, says finance minister
EPS appoints S P Velumani and Natham Viswanathan as AIADMK deputy general secretaries
GCC unearth 284cr footpath scam; cancels tenders
Man arrested for burglary in Rajamangalam; jewellery worth 4 lakh recovered
Two men killed in separate assaults in T Nagar; two arrested
El Nino to peak in November-January, may overlap with NE monsoon in TN
How Tamil Nadu Forest Officials Restored Ennore Creek
Mangroves were planted in the area to act as a natural bio-shield
No hike in power tariffs in TN this year: Minister
The minister blamed the previous DMK govt for introducing the multi-year tariff formula, under which the power tariffs were revised every year affecting domestic consumers and MSME sector industries.
Three more die in Tiruvallur ammonia leak, death toll reaches 13
Digi arrest scam: CBI raids 80 locations in 16 states, 2 held
Justice Basha commission meets families of caste killing victims
Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurates renovated 200-year-old lighthouse in Puducherry
IIT Madras, Herbalife launch Indias first plant cell fermentation centre
TRB releases assistant professor recruitment exam results
As many as 42,064 candidates appeared for the written exam, which was conducted on Dec 27 last year, to fill 2,708 vacancies. The board has already released the results of five subjects, and the remaining 43 subjects were released on Thursday.
ED lays hands on fresh OMR sheets during searches linked to 2017 TRB scam
Minister Nirmal Kumar releases White Paper on TN Electricity department
Tamil Nadu Electricity Minister R. Nirmalkumar has officially released a detailed White Paper exposing the true status of the states electricity department. In a major relief to consumers, the government has cancelled the 3.57% annual tariff hike for this year.
Criminal defamation: HC reserves orders on plea moved by K Ponmudi
Duraimurugan withdraws plea seeking transfer of trial in corruption case
Teacher held for sexually assaulting girls at govt residential school in Kallakurichi
DMK planned to split VCK- Aadhav
Chengalpet bus terminus to open in a month
Will Feature 46 bus bays, Serve Over 600 Daily Bus Routes
Ahead of joining TVK, Vijayabaskar distributes gift hamper to voters in Viralimalai
Preparations are under way at a private hall in Chennai for Vijayabaskars induction into TVK. His team has been working overtime to make the event a grand one and to exhibit his political prowess. If the move goes through, Vijayabaskar will become the fifth AIADMK MLA to resign and join TVK.
SKUAST-K Ranked Indias Fourth Best Agricultural University in IIRF 2026
SRINAGAR: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) has secured the fourth rank nationally in the Agriculture and Horticulture University category in the International Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) University Rankings 2026. The university was ranked behind the ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, and Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, []
Tamil Nadu aims at 1,000-crore investment in technical textiles by 2030
The State will focus on textiles used in automobile, healthcare, sports, agriculture and construction sectors, says Principal Secretary, Department of Handlooms, Textiles, Khadi and Handicrafts
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay flags off 300 new buses
Mr. Vijay also took a ride on a Perambur-bound bus after tendering exact change for the ticket, officials said.
Two held for sexually abusing 14-year-old at Kalpakkam in Chennai
Tamil Nadu Government Order on free dhotis for Pongal distribution to be issued soon
Revenue Department will take a call on increasing the number of sarees and dhotis to be produced, says Minister for Handlooms, Textiles and Khadi K. Vijay Balaji
Row over conduct with girl athletes: Tamil Nadu Minister Viswanathan expresses regret
Viswanathan insists his act of providing first aid to students during a marathon in Madurai had been misrepresented
Death Count In Tamil Nadu Ammonia Gas Leak Rises To 11
The state government on Thursday announced that 67 individuals are still undergoing medical treatment following the June 21.
State borrowings must focus on asset creation, not just revenue expenditure: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged state governments to invest borrowed funds in long-term assets like schools and hospitals, not just revenue expenditure. She stressed that infrastructure development creates lasting economic benefits and jobs. Sitharaman also highlighted the Centre's policy to support medical colleges in every district and called for proposals from Tamil Nadu. She commented on development delays in Andhra Pradesh's Amaravati due to political shifts.
Leopard ends up locked in house while chasing dog in Nilgiris
Nilgiris: A leopard got trapped inside a house while chasing a dog in Tamil Nadus Nilgiris district. The owner of the house showed presence of mind and locked the big cat inside. The incident occurred in Selvappa Colony in Moyar village near Masinagudi on Wednesday night, June 24, inside N Sivakumars house. According to several 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 .
I am in peoples hearts, says Stalin in response to Tamil Nadu CM Vijays wheres your father jibe
The former CM says his name will endure as long as the schemes he had implemented exist
Tamil Nadu CM strongly opposes Centre's NLC disinvestment plan
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has strongly opposed the Union Government's plan to disinvest up to three percent of its equity in Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited (NLC). He conveyed the state's deep concern to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing NLC's intrinsic link to Tamil Nadu and its status as a strategic national asset.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay opposes proposed disinvestment of Centres equity in NLC India Ltd.
Public sector enterprises of this nature, particularly those established and expanded with the sustained support of a host State over decades, should continue to remain firmly under effective Government ownership and control, CM Vijay said in a letter to PM Modi
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay flags off 300 new state transport buses to improve regional connectivity
ED files case, carries out searches in 2017 Tamil Nadu polytechnic teacher hiring 'fraud'
The Enforcement Directorate has launched a money laundering investigation into a 2017 Tamil Nadu government teacher recruitment scam. Searches were conducted after allegations of OMR sheet tampering, where scanned marks were digitally altered. The ED claims a network of agents and middlemen collected substantial cash from candidates, which was then laundered through shell firms and converted into assets. Significant cash and frozen accounts are part of the ongoing probe.
Tamil Nadu opposes Centres proposed 3% stake sale in NLC India, CM writes to PM
NLC Indias strategic role in power generation and mineral development has prompted Tamil Nadu to seek reconsideration of the Centres proposed disinvestment move.
Vice President Radhakrishnan administers oath to 10 newly elected Rajya Sabha members
Ten new members took their oath of office in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, administered by Chairman C P Radhakrishnan. The newly inducted lawmakers represent states including Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu. The ceremony saw oaths taken in Hindi, English, Tamil, and Telugu, marking a significant addition to the Upper House.
Cut-Off For Government Doctors Seeking Super-Speciality Seats Should Be Lower: Supreme Court
Super Speciality Seats: The matter arose from an earlier petition seeking the transfer of unfilled DM and MCh seats from the Tamil Nadu State Quota to the AIQ during the ongoing NEET-SS 2025 counselling process.
ED Conducts Raids in Tamil Nadu Over Teacher Recruitment Scam
Chennai, June 25: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a significant operation, conducting searches at 21 locations across Chennai, Madurai, Trichy, and Coimbatore. This action is part of an investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, linked to a scam involving the Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) during the lecturer recruitment examination for ... Read more ED Conducts Raids in Tamil Nadu Over Teacher Recruitment Scam
