MRF sees geopolitical tensions, input costs as FY27 headwinds
Small business loan book rises to 49.2 lakh crore in FY26: Report
Vijay Launches Nalam TN Health Portal
Tamil Nadu was a kingdom of love, he said, adding that medicine was not just science by a service to humanity. By speaking kindly to patients doctors and healthcare professionals could give them a hope of healing which would cure half of their diseases.
Tamil Nadu: Government appoints interim panel to lead RERA
An interim panel has been appointed to lead the Tamil Nadu Real Estate Regulatory Authority. Retired IAS officer K Phanindra Reddy will serve as the new chairperson. The state government has superseded the authority for six months. This action was taken as the authority could not discharge its statutory functions. The new panel will perform duties until the authority is reconstituted.
A Dispute Revives: Tamil Nadu Day Is Nov 1 Or July 18
The same argument had been put forth that the formation day should be commemorated and not the date of christening by many politicians since 2022 though the DMK government that was in power till about two months ago.
The poll body also agrees to examine the issue and frame guidelines, if necessary
Commuters face hardships due to irregular functioning of escalators at Egmore railway station
They say that the escalators are switched off after rush hours in the morning and evening; overcrowding and poor lighting are among the major concerns, as the station undergoes redevelopment work underthe Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
TNMSC issues tender for gold ring scheme
TN turns to donors to fix govt hospitals
Suspended Palani sub-registrar told us that he acted on court order: Minister Tamilselvan
Vietnam boat tragedy survivor recounts experience
Tamil Nadu govt appoints interim panel to lead RERA
Is a Tamil Nadu govt employee demanding bribe? Message your complaint to this WhatsApp number
Chief secretary M Sai Kumar on Tuesday sent a circular instructing all govt department heads and collectors to ensure anti-bribery notice boards are displayed prominently in all govt offices and public places across the state.
Researchers Value Pichavaram Mangroves at 2,485 Crore for Ecosystem Services
Sewage overflow likely at Teynampet, Adyar tomorrow
Of banana fibre paper, lac bangles and sabai baskets
Public drinking, drug abuse leave R K Nagar residents living in fear
At 42.5 degrees Celsius, Madurai hottest in India on Tuesday: IMD
City may get relief as models forecast widespread rain from Friday
Tamil Nadu to evolve uniform policy on jobs, rehabilitation issues: Minister
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala to meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Wednesday
To seek support for Kerala governments anti-drug enforcement drive, Operation Toofan
Tamil Nadu Medical Services Corporation floats tender for Thaimaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam
According to the order, gold rings would be procured for 4,41,667 deliveries at a total cost of 755.83 crore 17,000 each along with 5 crore towards administration costs
Courts cant fix pay for govt staff; it is executive work, says HC
Arasakumar detained under Goondas Act
How water bodies are being restored across South India
Restoration also revived areas ecology, attracting a wide range of birdlife, say villagers
Stung by dengue cases, GCC steps up vector control drive across Chennai
City reports four cases a day on average; less than last year but officials want to prevent outbreak
Stalin urges continuation of excavations to protect Tamil heritage
TN will not accept imposition of NEP, says TNCC chief
Tamil Nadu: Foreign Currency Inflows Help Bank Deposit Accretion Of Rs 7 Lakh Cr In Last Fortnight
Aggregate deposits rose to Rs 265.4 lakh crore, with accretions over Rs 7 lakh crore, recording 13.3% yo-y growth compared with 10.1% a year earlier: Reports
GoondasAct invoked against Arasakumar
Arasakumar was recently arrested by the Central Crime Branch for allegedly cheating private schools across Tamil Nadu of about 100croreby promising them government approval
One dead, several injured in fire at Jain Resource Recycling plant
A furnace explosion at Jain Resource Recycling in Tamil Nadu resulted in one worker's death. Several other employees sustained injuries following the incident which triggered a significant fire. The company confirmed the event and is assessing the full extent of the damage. Operations have been temporarily suspended in the affected section of the plant.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay launches new health portal Nalam TN
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has launched the Nalam TN portal, a digital platform that enables transparent public and corporate contributions to government hospitals. The initiative also allows patients to book outpatient appointments through WhatsApp, helping them avoid registration queues at hospitals.
BJP urges CM Vijay to control TVK partymen, ensure safety of women in Tamil Nadu
Nainar Nagenthran referred to an incident in Karur district, in which a woman was stalked and harassed reportedly by a TVK functionary.
Tamil Nadu Suspends Sub-Registrar Over 100 Crore Palani Temple Land Fraud
The Palani Devasthanam subsequently approached the Madras High Court and the Supreme Court seeking recovery of the property
Mortal remains of six Tamil Nadu tourists killed in Vietnam boat tragedy reach Coimbatore
Fifteen Indian tourists died after the tourist boat capsized in Vietnam on July 11. Of them, 10 hailed from Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay launches Nalam TN portal
He also inaugurated health infrastructure projects and handed over appointment orders during a function at Presidency College, Chennai
South India's top police chiefs and central intelligence heads gathered at a high-level summit to integrate Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt into a seamless cross-border anti-narcotics grid. Launched by Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala within hours of assuming office, the mission has evolved into one of India's most comprehensive anti-drug initiatives, with five southern states agreeing to establish a permanent joint coordination mechanism to combat interstate narcotics trafficking. South India's top police chiefs and central intelligence heads gathering at Thiruvananthapuram for Operation Toofan High Level Summit chaired by Home Minister Ramesh Chennnithala Officially inaugurated by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan at the beginning of the current academic year, Operation Toofan is now entering its next phase through a unified operational framework aimed at strengthening intelligence sharing, coordinating enforcement, and enhancing interstate cooperation against organised drug networks. The Operation Toofan Summit, chaired by Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, brought together top regional police chiefs, including Kerala DGP Ravada Azad Chandrasekhar IPS, Tamil Nadu DGP Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal IPS, Puducherry DGP Shalini Singh IPS, and Karnataka ADGP R. Hitendra IPS. Elite central enforcement agencies were also represented by NCB Deputy Director General R. Sudhakar, DRI Additional Director General K. Padmavathi, Customs Preventive Commissioner T. Tiju, and SIB Joint Director Don K. Jose. Concluding the high-level briefings, IG and Operation Toofan Nodal Officer Putta Vimaladithya, IPS, presented the core operational strategies and timelines for the new interstate alliance. Under Operation Toofan, each state decided to appoint a nodal officer (SP rank or above) to coordinate joint crackdowns on road, rail, air, and sea smuggling. A major focus will be on tackling courier networks and " mid-route train drops " that bypass station security. Internally, Kerala is expanding its DANSAF force and establishing 12 new specialised NDPS courts to fast-track convictions. " The drug mafia operates without borders—and from this day forward, so will our response ," Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala stated. He recently held direct talks with Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, strategically linking Kerala's operational framework with Karnataka's efforts to eliminate illicit networks. As the next major operational step, Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge will arrive in Kerala on July 15 for crucial bilateral talks with Chennithala to finalise joint border-control protocols between the two states. Operation Toofan structurally attacks the problem from multiple angles. It is divided into four human-centric pillars: Toofan Strikes for aggressive enforcement, Toofan Warriors for mass civic mobilisation, Toofan Care focusing on rehabilitation, and the newly integrated Toofan Jagaran—a comprehensive mass-awareness initiative designed to keep the entire nation vigilant against the encroachment of illicit networks without borders or barriers. Moving forward, Operation Toofan will expand its reach through high-level visits to the Chief Ministers and Home Ministers of all neighbouring southern states to finalise bilateral security pacts. Administratively, Operation Toofan is drawing widespread acclaim as a practical regional model for zero-tolerance drug enforcement. The collaborative multi-state framework directly supports the multi-agency approach consistently advocated by the Union Home Ministry in national NCORD forums to dismantle cross-border cartels. The mission will interface directly with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi to request critical statutory amendments to federal anti-narcotics laws, specifically focusing on plugging legal loopholes. Within 24 hours of the summit, coordinated enforcement operations under Operation Toofan resulted in the registration of 57 narcotics cases and the arrest of 58 individuals. Drawing on his decades of legislative experience as a four-time Member of Parliament and former Kerala Minister for Home and Rural Development, senior Indian National Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala is leveraging his administrative experience to foster seamless interstate cooperation across South India, positioning Operation Toofan as a common anti-drug platform for the region.
Vietnam: Maiden Air Travel Ends in Tragedy for Andhra Resident
Of the 15 victims, 10 were from Tamil Nadu, three were from Andhra Pradesh, and two were from Kerala.
Tamil Nadu: Migrant worker killed, four injured in steel plant boiler blast
Four fellow workers suffered serious burn injuries in the blast and were rescued before being rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their condition is reported to be critical
PhD Holder Works As Cab Driver To Support Family, Earns Just Rs 30,000 As Contract Lecturer
A PhD holder in English Literature from Tamil Nadu is driving a cab to support his family while earning just Rs 30,000 as a contract lecturer.
Gold paste worth 2 crore seized from Tamil Nadu couple at Kochi airport
Gold was concealed inside the stitched waistline of the trousers worn by the the accused
Boiler Explosion in Tamil Nadu Steel Plant Claims Life of Migrant Worker
Chennai, July 14: A tragic incident occurred at a steel melting unit in the SIPCOT industrial area of Gummidipoondi, Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, on Tuesday, resulting in the death of a migrant worker and serious injuries to four others. The explosion of a boiler led to a massive fire in the factory, prompting extensive rescue ... Read more Boiler Explosion in Tamil Nadu Steel Plant Claims Life of Migrant Worker
IMD warns of heavy rain in East as heatwave grips South India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a sharp weather divide this week, with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall expected across eastern and northeastern states, while hot, humid conditions and heatwave warnings continue for parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and eastern coastal regions over the next few days.
1 killed, 7 injured as boiler explodes at steel melting unit in Tamil Nadu
A furnace boiler exploded at a steel melting unit in Gummidipoondi, killing one worker. Seven other guest workers sustained severe burn injuries in the powerful blast. Molten metal splashed onto the injured workers during the incident. Fire and rescue services controlled the blaze and rescued the injured. Police are investigating the cause of the fatal explosion.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's adorable toy car moment goes viral
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's playful interaction with a miniature electric car has captured public attention. This adorable moment occurred during a meeting with officials from VinFast, a Vietnamese electric vehicle maker. The viral clip shows Vijay examining the tiny car with a warm smile, delighting his fans. Meanwhile, anticipation for his upcoming film 'Jana Nayagan' continues to grow among audiences.
Tamil Nadu Government Reshuffles IAS and IPS Officers
Chennai, July 14: The Tamil Nadu government has made significant administrative changes by issuing orders for the transfer and new appointments of senior IAS and IPS officers. The government has clarified that all orders will take immediate effect. According to the orders released by the Home (Special Cell) Department, A. Arun, IPS, who was serving ... Read more Tamil Nadu Government Reshuffles IAS and IPS Officers
Madras High Court puts cow slaughter ban in Tamil Nadu on hold
The Supreme Court has stayed a Madras High Court order. This ruling had prohibited cow and calf slaughter on any day. The Tamil Nadu government argued the order contradicted existing laws. The high court's directive went beyond the petitioner's original request. The Supreme Court issued notices and paused the high court's operation.
No evidence of highly virulent COVID-19 variant in T.N., says Health department
12 inmates escape from Govt. Place of Safety, one arrested
As a movie was being screened for the inmates, more than 10 of them allegedly escaped
Expedite road project to link Pazhavanthangal subway and Fifth Main Road, say residents
They say that the land acquisition is yet to be completedand the project would ease traffic congestion. Alandur MLA M. Harish says that the project is expected to be completed by October
CPI state secretary says horse-trading is going on in Tamil Nadu
From Soil to Sensors: How Artificial Intelligence Is Revolutionising Indian Agriculture
Imagine walking through a coconut orchard in Tamil Nadu where every tree is monitored by solar-powered sensors, irrigation happens automatically when the soil dries out, and a farmer can track water usage, fertiliser needs and crop healthall from a mobile phone. This isn't science fiction. This is the new reality of Indian agriculture, and it's happening right now. Meet Rajaratnam Kanakarajan, a coconut farmer from Pollachi, Tamil Nadu. Two years ago, he was struggling with unpredictable yields and rising input costs. Today, after adopting an AI-powered precision farming system developed by the agritech startup Farm Again, his coconut yield has doubledfrom 80 to 160 nuts per tree per year. His annual income jumped from 12.16 lakh to 33.82 lakh. And he's not alone. According to a report by NITI Aayog (2025), over 3,500 farmers across 4,000 acres in Tamil Nadu are now benefiting from this technology, collectively saving more than 400,000 cubic metres of water and 175,000 kWh of energy annually, while avoiding approximately 20,000 tonnes of CO emissions. The locally developed technology also reduced the implementation cost from 25 lakh per acre for imported systems to just 2.5 lakh per acre, making precision agriculture more affordable for Indian farmers (NITI Aayog, 2025). This is the story of how Artificial Intelligence is transforming traditional agriculture into something smarter, more sustainable and far more profitable. The Perfect Storm: Why Agriculture Needs AI Now Here's the challenge we're facing: the global population is expected to reach approximately 9.7 billion by 2050, and according to the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO, 2023), agriculture will need to produce nearly 50 percent more food than current levels. At the same time, India's agricultural land has been shrinkingfrom a peak of 184.8 million hectares in 1975 to approximately 179.9 million hectares today (Land Use Statistics at a Glance, 2023)while the country's population has ballooned to 1.45 billion (Worldometer, 2025). Nearly 735 million people worldwide currently suffer from undernourishment, highlighting the persistent challenge of food insecurity (FAO, 2023). Meanwhile, farmers are disappearing from fields. According to the World Bank Employment in Agriculture Database and Periodic Labour Force Survey reports, the share of India's workforce engaged in agriculture has dropped from 59.1% in 1991 to 40.6% in 2020, and it's projected to fall to about 32% by 2030 (World Bank, 2024). Labour shortages during critical operations like sowing, harvesting and weeding are becoming a crisis. Traditional farmingrelying on guesswork, uniform application of water and chemicals and labour-intensive methodssimply cannot meet these challenges. As Wolfert and colleagues (2017) observed in their comprehensive review published in Agricultural Systems, the integration of Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence enhances farm decision-making, improves operational efficiency and promotes sustainable agricultural production. The scope of Big Data applications in smart farming, they noted, goes beyond primary productionit is influencing the entire food supply chain (Wolfert et al., 2017). What Exactly Is AI Doing in Agriculture? Think of AI as a super-smart farming assistant that never sleeps. It analyses data from sensors in the soil, cameras on drones, satellites in space and weather stations in the field. Then it tells farmers exactly what to do: when to water, how much fertiliser to apply, where pests are hiding and even when to harvest. Liakos and colleagues (2018) conducted a comprehensive review of machine learning applications in agricultural production systems and categorised them into four major areas: crop management, livestock management, water management and soil management. Their findings, published in the journal Sensors, demonstrated that by applying machine learning to sensor data, farm management systems are evolving into real-time AI-enabled programs that provide rich recommendations and insights for farmer decision support and action (Liakos et al., 2018). The numbers speak for themselves. Subeesh and Mehta (2021), writing in Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, documented that AI-driven precision agriculture can increase crop yields from 3.8 to 5.5 tonnes per hectare while reducing water consumption from 6,650 to 4,000 cubic metres per hectare, fertiliser use from 305 to 180 kg per hectare and pesticide use from 18.5 to 7 litres per hectare. Net returns nearly doublefrom 940 to 1,860 per hectarewhile carbon emissions decrease from 3,650 to 2,100 kg COe per hectare (Subeesh & Mehta, 2021). These findings highlight that AI-based precision agriculture enables higher yields with fewer inputs, greater profitability and improved sustainability compared to conventional farming. Real Farmers, Real Results Across India, agritech startups are proving that AI isn't just for Silicon Valleyit's for the villages of Maharashtra, the paddy fields of Punjab and the coconut groves of Tamil Nadu. Take Fasal, a Bengaluru-based startup founded in 2017. Their device, Fasal Kranti, equipped with over 12 sensors, monitors climatic and soil parameters and provides farmers with precise recommendations on irrigation, pest management and crop planning. Deployed across 10,000 acres in states like Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, the results have been remarkable: farmers have reported up to a 60% reduction in pesticide costs and a 40% increase in yield. The technology has saved over 52 billion litres of water. Then there's Cultyvate, another Bengaluru-based startup that tackles one of Indian agriculture's most urgent problems: inefficient water use in paddy cultivation. Paddy fields consume over 50% of India's irrigation water. Cultyvate's remote-sensing irrigation system combines soil moisture sensors, flow meters, weather data and AI algorithms to monitor real-time field conditions. Farmers receive mobile alertsvia voice calls in regional languages, so even those who can't read can understandtelling them exactly when and how much to irrigate. The result? Water use reduced by up to 50%, yields improved by 2030% and over 3,080 crore litres of water saved. In Andhra Pradesh, a pioneering collaboration between Microsoft and the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) demonstrated the transformative potential of AI in agriculture. The Sowing App, developed using Microsoft's Cortana Intelligence Suite including Machine Learning and Power BI, sent sowing advisories to farmers on the optimal date to sow based on weather conditions, soil and other indicators (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). The results, announced in January 2017, showed a remarkable 30% higher average yield per hectare for groundnut crops. Farmers who followed the advisories and sowed in the recommended period achieved significantly better yields, while those who sowed earlier suffered losses due to a long dry spell (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). The Robots Are ComingAnd That's a Good Thing Remember when the idea of robots on farms sounded like something from a sci-fi movie? That future is already here. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR, 2024), the global agricultural robot market has grown exponentially, from approximately US$956 million in 2013 to nearly US$19.1 billion in 2020, reflecting the increasing demand for intelligent robotic systems in modern agriculture. Drones, autonomous tractors, robotic harvesters and AI-powered weeders are becoming increasingly common. The most rapid expansion occurred after 2016, when advancements in Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, sensors and autonomous navigation systems accelerated the commercialisation of agricultural robots (IFR, 2024). In India, engineering student Rahul Arepaka has developed 'Rakshak,' an AI-powered laser-weeding robot that removes the need for chemical herbicides and manual labour. The tractor-mounted device autonomously targets weeds using deep learning algorithms and blue laser technology. These technologies aren't replacing farmersthey're empowering them. By automating labour-intensive tasks, AI frees up farmers to focus on higher-value activities like crop planning and marketing. Samuel and Irtwange (2025), writing in the Journal of Agricultural Informatics, concluded that machine learning applications contribute substantially to yield improvement, resource optimisation, and cost reduction in agricultural systems, emphasising the growing importance of predictive analytics in agricultural decision-making (Samuel & Irtwange, 2025). From Water to Wealth: The Economics of AI Farming Let's talk money. Because ultimately, farmers adopt new technologies when they make economic sense. The economic benefits of precision agriculture are well-documented. According to a joint study by Microsoft and ICRISAT (2017), precision agriculture improves farm profitability by 1525% while reducing production costs by 1030% through efficient use of inputs. It promotes resource conservation, achieving 2050% water savings and 1530% fertilizer savings, while reducing pesticide application by 2080% and nutrient losses by 1540% (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). Environmental sustainability is further enhanced through a 1020% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Technologically, precision agriculture enables real-time crop monitoring with 9097% disease detection accuracy, reduces labour requirements by 2040% through automation and supports predictive farm management with 8595% yield prediction accuracy (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). In Andhra Pradesh, according to a report by IndiaAI (2019), machine learning-based farming increased gross revenue from 1,25,000 per hectare to 2,87,500 per hectare. Net income rose from 70,000 to 2,00,000 per hectare (IndiaAI, 2019). The report further noted that the adoption of machine learning technologies in agriculture is creating new skilled and semi-skilled employment opportunities, including positions for data collection technicians, precision irrigation specialists, digital extension workers, sensor installation workers, drone operators, software support staff and AI data analysts (IndiaAI, 2019). These aren't marginal improvements. They're transformative. The Government Steps In Recognising the potential of AI, the Government of India has launched several initiatives to accelerate its adoption. The Digital Agriculture Mission, approved in September 2024 with an outlay of 2,817 crore, aims to create a Digital Public Infrastructure for agriculture. Under AgriStack, over 70 million Farmer IDs have already been generated across 17 states (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). The Krishi Decision Support System integrates satellite, weather and soil data to map crops and cultivated areas (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). In February 2026, the government launched Bharat-VISTAAR, a multilingual AI-based agricultural advisory platform that provides farmers with personalised recommendations on crop planning, input management and risk mitigation. Farmers can access the platform by dialling 155261 from any phone and interacting with an AI assistant named 'Bharati' (Ministry of Finance, 2026). Kisan e-Mitra, an AI-powered voice-enabled chatbot launched in 2023, provides farmers with information on government schemes like PM-KISAN, Kisan Credit Card and Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana. Available in 11 regional languages, the platform handles over 8,000 farmer queries daily and had responded to more than 93 lakh farmer queries by December 2025 (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). The World Economic Forum (2025) highlighted the role of AI in strengthening climate resilience, improving resource efficiency and enhancing market access for smallholder farmers, suggesting that AI-driven agricultural solutions can support sustainable rural development and improve farmers' livelihoods (World Economic Forum, 2025). The Road Ahead: Challenges and Opportunities Of course, the transition to AI-powered agriculture isn't without challenges. High initial investment costs, limited digital infrastructure in rural areas, data privacy concerns and digital literacy gaps remain significant barriers (Subeesh & Mehta, 2021; Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). But the momentum is undeniable. Precision agriculture adoption in India is projected to increase from just 1% in 2008 to approximately 95% by 2036. The agricultural sector is expected to reach $300 billion by 2030. The vision is ambitious but achievable: AI-enabled agriculture that ensures every acre becomes more productive, every drop of water more valuable and every farmer more prosperous. As the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (2026) documented, AI-enabled advisory services, pest surveillance systems and digital agriculture initiatives across India have demonstrated the potential of AI and IoT technologies in improving agricultural productivity and farm management (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). The Bottom Line Artificial Intelligence is not just another tech buzzword. It's a practical, proven solution to some of agriculture's most pressing challenges. From the coconut groves of Tamil Nadu to the paddy fields of Punjab, AI is helping farmers produce more with lessless water, less fertilizer, fewer pesticides and less labour. The farmer of tomorrow won't just be someone with a plough and a pair of hands. They'll be someone with a smartphone, a network of sensors and an AI assistant that helps them make smarter decisions every single day. And that's not just good for farmers. It's good for all of us who depend on the food they grow. (The authors are associated with Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu, SKUAST-Jammu)
Food minister inspects CMs breakfast scheme at Mylapore school
DMK functionary injured in knife attack by trio
VCK's Thirumavalavan pitches DMK-TVK front against BJP
Thol Thirumavalavan urged DMK and TVK to unite against the BJP. He suggested a national front model similar to Kerala and West Bengal. The DMK rejected this proposal, citing political rivalry in Tamil Nadu. Thirumavalavan criticized the DMK's handling of allies and seat-sharing. He also expressed concern over the future of Dravidian politics and BJP's exploitation.
Pattabiram commuters seek ticket counter on western side of station to ease access
Man on way to celebrate birthday dies in bike accident
Police arrest 94, seize drugs in citywide anti-narcotics drive
Two arrested for smuggling 22kg of ganja in truck
12 juveniles escape from govt observation home in Chengalpet
Poomani, who brought karisal land to readers, dies
CM walks Perambur streets; opens MLA office, reviews schemes for 1,000cr
Railway Board sitting tight on CMRL takeover of MRTS
Why Tamil Nadu does not need privatisation of power distribution
Government funding narrows the gap between average cost of supply and average revenue realisation of the TNPDCL, says the White Paper
DMK submits horse-trading complaint against TVK to Guv
TVK spokesperson Layola Mani appointed chairman of TN textbook corporation
Green waste piles up across Tambaram as collection from shops comes to a halt
One more former DMK min in trouble as construction firm owner levels land grab charge
The government must immediately release water from the KRS reservoir and hold an all-party meeting to discuss the issue of sharing Cauvery water with Tamil Nadu, he said.
IAS officers transferred in Tamil Nadu
TNMSC MD H. Krishnanunni posted as Director of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services; S.P. Amrith replaces Mr. Krishnaunni; Labour Commissioner Shilpa Prabhakar Satish replaces P. Umanath as MD of Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation
Bodies of 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat tragedy arrive in Mumbai
The bodies of fifteen Indian nationals killed in Vietnam's boat tragedy have arrived in Mumbai. Ten victims were from Tamil Nadu, three from Andhra Pradesh, and two from Kerala. One Indian national remains hospitalized in Phu Quoc after a medical procedure. The speedboat carrying thirty-two Indian tourists capsized near Phu Quoc Island on Friday. Vietnamese authorities have ordered an investigation into the incident and detained the operator.
Tambaram struggles to control stray cattle as residents seek stronger action
Jipmer cautions candidates against touts
Tamil Nadu: Transfer Of A Arun From DVAC Creates A Flutter
Caught in the thick of a persistent social media criticism since his days as Commissioner of Police in Chennai during the DMK regime: Reports
Supreme Court stays Madras High Court May 27 order banning cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu
The Supreme Court has stayed a May 27 order of the Madras High Court directing the Tamil Nadu government to enforce a State-wide prohibition on the slaughter of cows and calves.
Tamil Nadu: DMK Persistent On Action Against TVK
DMK organization secretary R S Bharathi submitted supplementary complaints on Monday in continuation of his detailed complaints on July 1 and July 4: Reports
Supreme Court stays Madras High Court order banning cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu
The State further submitted that it had already taken the necessary steps to prevent the slaughter of animals in public places and had consistently maintained that any animal sacrifice would be permitted only in enclosed spaces away from public view.
Home-alone woman murdered for gain in Pulicat near Chennai
Decision on Cauvery water release after July 15 meeting: Karnataka Chief Minister
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the government needs to balance the interests of Karnatakas farmers, ensure drinking water supply, and comply with court directions while taking a decision on the release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu
Outsiders, unauthorized organisations cant enter schools to host events
Dexamethasone batch cleared, cause of TN nursing students death still unknown
Adambakkam MRTS in Chennai may open soon after platform fix
Chennai woman survives rare brain disorder triggered by chickenpox
Tamil Nadu Government transfers DVAC chief A. Arun, appoints IG Mageshwari
A. Arun was appointed as the Director of the DVAC on May 25 and has now been transferred within two months of taking charge
Introduce computer science as a separate subject in TN govt schools from Class VI: Association
Tamil Nadu: Goods Exports Rise 14.35 Pc To $40 Bn In June As Trade Deficit Widens To $30 Bn
On a y-o-y basis, goods exports grew 14.35 per cent to $40.4 billion. However, sequentially it was down from $45.20 billion in May: Reports
Tamil Nadu budget to be presented in August first week; cabinet to meet on July 16
The cabinet will meet on July 16 to grant approvals to the financial statements prepared ahead of the budget.
