Watch: Celebrations erupt in Tamil Nadu after Dharmendra Pradhans exit
Tamil Nadu CJP celebrated the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calling it a victory for students and democratic resistance. The organization described the development as a significant moment in the fight for education rights and accountability.
Tamil Nadu: Ramadoss Bids Adieu To Politics
Ramadoss came into public life as a doctor providing low-cost healthcare to the rural and backward population of Villupuram district: Reports
Trouble over temple land in Palani
First, it was Thirupparankundram. Now, it is Palani. Southern Tamil Nadu has been a hotbed of controversies surrounding religious places for some time now. The ownership and title of a parcel of land said to be within the precincts of the Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple are now under debate, marking the first such controversy the TVK government has had to handle since taking office. The Hindu traces the origins of this conflict
Tamil Nadu: Perverse Incentives Prevent Micro And Small Firms From Growing Up
About 99 per cent of MSMEs are micro enterprises because the cost of regulation is tremendous the moment you cross the threshold from micro to small: Reports
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's office to shift from British-era Fort to modern building
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's office will soon relocate from Fort St George. This move is due to insufficient space within the historic British-era building. Operations will shift to the modern Namakkal Kavignar Maalaigai building. Several government departments will also move to the tenth floor there. The transition is expected to be completed by mid-August.
Residents of Thambiah Road in West Mambalam want Tasmac outlet out of their midst soon
A resident points out that following the closure of four Tasmac outlets in the T. Nagar as part of the new Tamil Nadu governments move to shut down outlets uncomfortably close to sensitive spaces, there has been a rush at this shop on Thambiah Road. With the increase in visitors to this outlet, what was a minor irritant has become a thorn in the side for residents of Thambiah Road. A resident claims elected representatives have promised the shifting of this outlet from Thambiah Road, and he wants them to deliver on the promise soon
Should India scrap NEET? Tamil Nadus call beyond the CJPsdemands | Insight India
In this episode, we unpack the exam that triggered massive Gen Z-led protests in Delhi and across the country. The NEET exam and this years paper leak pushed the Cockroach Janta Party to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. But the protests have since come to encompass broader grievances with the NEET exam and systemic issues within the education system. Tamil Nadu is one State that has historically opposed the NEET exam. We discuss why NEET is such a controversial exam, the financialization of education, and whether a fair NEET means decentralising the exam. In conversation with The Hindus Health Editor and Tamil Nadu Bureau Chief Ramya Kannan.
Ramadoss announces retirement from politics on his 88th birthday
Dr. S. Ramadoss announced his complete retirement from political life on his 88th birthday. He officially handed over full party control to his son, Anbumani Ramadoss, on July 25, 2026. Dr. Ramadoss stated he will no longer make political statements or interfere in party affairs. Anbumani Ramadoss will now independently handle all future political decisions and party administration. This marks a significant leadership transition for the Pattali Makkal Katchi party.
Jana Nayagan: Sanam Shetty Responds to Controversy at Chennai NEET Protest Venue
Others debated the intersection of cinema culture and political protests in Tamil Nadu.
Former CM MK Stalin asks CM Vijay to 'open his mouth' on custodial deaths
MK Stalin questioned Chief Minister Vijay's silence on ongoing custodial deaths. He accused the government of refusing accountability and even apologies. Stalin recalled Vijay's past remarks about apologies being insufficient for such incidents. The opposition leader alleged the government lacked compassion for victim families. A recent Tuticorin death, denied by police, highlights the ongoing issue.
Anti-NEET Sit-In Enters Sixth Day in TN; Doctors To Join Stir on July 28
Medical professionals and students across Tamil Nadu are also set to launch a coordinated statewide protest on July 28
Suriya's 'Vishwanath And Sons' sees record pre-release business
Suriya's upcoming film 'Vishwanath And Sons' is generating significant pre-release buzz. The family drama has secured impressive theatrical rights for Tamil Nadu. This strong business reflects growing distributor confidence after 'Karuppu's success. The film requires approximately 110 crore rupees worldwide to break even. 'Vishwanath And Sons' is slated for an August 14th worldwide release.
TN CM Vijays Bilateral Talk Proposal on Cauvery Issue Draws Backlash
Tamil Nadu has been opposed to Karnataka's move to construct the balancing reservoir at Mekedatu in that state, claiming it would affect its interests
'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.
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
German, Japanese Top Picks Of Students For Better Employability
Parents Told to Keep Minors Off Roads
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
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
Panchayat secy, 3 sanitation workers booked for fire
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
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
AMMK seeks Speakers action against Mannargudi MLA Kamaraj
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
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
Four arrested for petrol bomb attack on history-sheeters house in Vanagaram
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
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
Studio Mediums Beat, Repeat: How Riddhi Jain and Dhruv Satija turned the monsoon into textiles
Using bandhani, arashi, shibori and mothra techniques, Riddhi Jain and Dhruv Satijas Beat, Repeat reimagines the monsoon through contemporary textiles
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.
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.
Watch: Ravi Mohan's fanboy reaction to Vijay's entry in 'Jana Nayagan'
Actor Ravi Mohan's enthusiastic reaction to Vijay's film entry has gone viral. He watched the movie 'Jana Nayagan' in a packed theater with other fans. Mohan had previously shared heartfelt wishes for the film's successful release. His genuine excitement resonated with many viewers and fans of the actor. The movie continues to generate memorable moments and fan celebrations across 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.
'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
World Bank to fund civic infrastructure projects for creating circular economy
The funding will help in setting up world class facilities for health infrastructure; this partnership leverages World Bank expertise to drive sustainable urban development, says GCC Commissioner
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
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
Please end fast, Kamal requests Wangchuk
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
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
Film directors, actors rally in support of student protesters
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
