Chennai Braces for Light Rain and Thunderstorms This Weekend
Chennai, July 11: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted the possibility of moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms in the western districts of Tamil Nadu this Saturday. Light rain and thunderstorms are also expected in Chennai and several other areas of the state during the day. According to the regional meteorological center in Chennai, a ... Read more Chennai Braces for Light Rain and Thunderstorms This Weekend
G'day Chennai! Australia's Big Bash opener to be held in Tamil Nadu this December
'Idhayam Murali' BO day 1: Opens with Rs 1.90 Cr
Atharvaa's new film Idhayam Murali opened with a modest box office collection of Rs 1.90 crore. The romantic drama garnered Rs 1.95 crore gross collection from Tamil Nadu alone. Karnataka and Kerala contributed Rs 15 lakh and Rs 7 lakh respectively to the film's earnings. The movie features a youthful cast and a breezy romantic narrative for audiences. Fahadh Faasil's cameo appearance also received positive feedback online.
Tractors defy monsoon concerns as Q1 sales jump 19%
Murugappa EV arm eyes EBITDA break-even as FY26 loss swells
Wheels India gets nod to raise 400cr
NGT orders fire safety audit of hazardous waste treatment facilities across Tamil Nadu
58-year-old undergoes catheter-based replacement of two failing heart valves
The patient recovered without complications and was discharged after a short stay in the intensive care unit
Cloud cover eases heat in parts of north T.N. on Friday
After a spell of hot weather, some places, particularly over north coastal Tamil Nadu, experienced cloudy weather on Friday
Perambur set for integrated civic revamp
GCC floats tender; DPR to finalised in 3 months
Day or night, hours-long power cuts irk residents across city, suburbs
HC notice to govt on preventive detention of YouTuber
TOI impact: Garbage dumped on school campus in education ministers constituency cleared
The uncertain flight of Parandur airport
The proposed Parandur airport project in Tamil Nadu has been put on hold, though there is no official announcement yet. While the protesting residents of Ekanapuram, the village that falls within both the proposed runways, are happy that the government plans to drop the project, residents of other villages remain uncertain about their future. Sunitha S. reports on the challenges surrounding a project that has left many frustrated
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.
More than 100 govt colleges to get principals in the next four weeks
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
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
Chennai construction worker dies trying to save brothers family from electrocution
Med colleges repackage fees after NMC bars internship charges, total cost unchanged
5-Year Fee Total Now Payable In 4.5 Yrs
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
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.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay spoke about the Karur stampede tragedy. He stated the incident remains a deep wound in his political journey. Vijay alleged police failed to manage the crowd adequately during the event. He also accused the previous DMK government of shifting blame onto him. A memorial will be built in Karur to remember the victims.
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.
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 []
Honda lines up premium bikes, EV launches as India expansion gathers pace
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
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
CM Vijay to break ground for Adidas shoe factory in Karur
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
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
Former AIADMK MLAs appear before speaker over resignations; explanations bound for Madras HC
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
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
Woman auto driver offers free rides to govt schoolgirl students in Chennai
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
Jana Nayagan: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's Final Film Gets 'A' Certificate From CBFC
Finally, after around six months, Thalapathy Vijay's final movie, Jana Nayagan, has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification. The film has received an 'A' certificate.
Watch: Why Tamil Nadu is growing old faster than the rest of India | Focus Tamil Nadu
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

