Last Date For CMs Youth Award Extended
The applicants should prove their contribution to social development through documented evidence and should have been domiciled in Tamil Nadu for at least five years.
Karur Stampede: SC to hear plea against CM Vijay's meet with victims' kin
The Supreme Court will hear a DMK plea seeking to prevent public statements on a pending investigation. DMK alleges Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay and ministers may influence witnesses. The party cited reports of government jobs being offered to victims' families. DMK stated welfare measures are acceptable but not witness influence. The court agreed to take up the urgent matter on Tuesday.
Tamil Nadu spends too much; Bengal earns too little: A tale of two deficits
Tamil Nadu and West Bengal ended 2023-24 with revenue deficits, but their fiscal challenges differ significantly. Tamil Nadu's deficit stems from expenditure, while West Bengal's reflects weaker revenues and debt. West Bengal's lower per-capita income and higher population density strain its public services. Tamil Nadu's stronger revenue base and fiscal autonomy contrast with West Bengal's reliance on transfers.
She also inaugurates an endowment lecture series and hails the contributions of M.K. Nambyar, V.P. Raman, R. Krishnamoorthy and M. Subramaniam to the march of law
300 barricades donated to Greater Chennai Traffic Police
The donation comprised 200 iron barricades, 50 steel barricades, and 50 foldable barricades
33 drug cases registered, 54 arrested in Chennai during week-long crackdown against drugs
Seized items include 46.6 kg of ganja, 12 grams of methamphetamine, and 386 tablets
In Chennai, Thousands Remain Homeless, Living Under Flyovers
They live beneath bridges, fly under the radar, with no access to welfare, jobs or education. Temporary shelters cannot replace long-term housing policy, say experts
Ammonia removal operations enter fourth day in Tiruvallur
Will raise issue of corrupt joining TVK in appropriate forum: TNCC chief
Sengottaiyan inaugurates renovated Bougainvillea Park
5 idols stolen from TN temples recovered in Karaikal, 2 held
POCSO pendency and torturous process further victimise children subjected to sexual abuse
A staggering 18,733 POCSO cases are pending in various courts across the 38 districts in Tamil Nadu. The situation is exacerbated by patchy support services for children who opt to go through the procedural justice system
Anbumani urges TN govt to raise Rs 1 lakh crore global loan for water projects
Tamil Nadu may lose 650 MBBS seats, admissions to get tougher, fees set to soar
If three more colleges are granted deemed university status, the number will cross 700 govt quota seats and 50 seats under the 7.5% govt school students quota.
POCSO pendency and tortorous process further victimise children subject to sexual abuse
A staggering 18,733 POCSO cases are pending in various courts across the 38 districts in Tamil Nadu. The situation is exacerbated by patchy support services for children who opt to go through the procedural justice system
Vijay urges PM Modi to reconsider proposed NFSA amendment, cites risk to poor
Micro-level audit planned for uninterrupted power supply during summer
Tamil Nadu Congress Committee to organise week-long celebrations to mark Kamarajs birth anniversary
The celebrations, scheduled between July 13 and 19, will focus on the former Chief Ministers clean, corruption-free administration and simple lifestyle
Annamalai says corruption has been contained by TVK govt
Man arrested for stabbing friend to death at Virugambakkam in Chennai
AIADMK Thanjavur functionaries urge EPS to reinduct TTV Dhinakaran in party
Nights warm as cloud cover, humidity Persist
School campus in education ministers constituency turns garbage ground
CM Vijay inspects under construction desalination plant in Perur near Chennai
The plant is being built at an estimated cost of Rs 5,814.57 crore to strengthen Chennais long-term drinking water supply.
Woman injured in bike accident last week dies of injuries in Chennai hospital
Woman dies, seven injured in accident near Kancheepurams Tirupputkuzhi flyover
Tamil Nadu: VCK To Press For Law Against Honour Killing
Police filed 3 FIRs, one of them under the Prevention of SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act based on a complaint by the 19-year-old victim from Pudupalayam village: Reports
TN SSLC revaluation result 2026 released at dge.tn.gov.in: Direct link to download scorecards here
Tamil Nadu's Directorate of Government Examinations has released SSLC revaluation and retotalling results for 2026. Students who applied can now check their updated Class 10 scores on the official website by entering their roll number and date of birth. The board confirmed that revised marks are final for all academic purposes. Those not listed have no mark changes. Contact helpline for queries.
301 ticketless passengers on single train fined in Tamil Nadu
2.64 lakh was collected as penalty by the Salem Railway Division during a special intensive ticket-checking drive carried out on the Coimbatore-Silchar Weekly Express (Train No. 15627)
Madurai Hosts 6th Leg of Kauvery Hospital-TNSTC Veterans Tennis Tournament 2026
Around 125 players from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan participated in the tournament. A total prize money of Rs. 2 lakh was distributed among the winners, runners-up, and semi-finalists across all categories. The VIth Leg of the Kauvery Hospital-Tamil Nadu Senior Tennis Club (TNSTC) Veterans Tennis Tournament 2026 was held at the Madurai Union Club from June 26 to 28, featuring Singles and Doubles events across seven age categories (40+, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+, and 75+). Tennis Tournament Around 125 players from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan participated in the tournament, reflecting its growing popularity among veteran tennis players across the country. A total prize money of Rs. 2 lakh was distributed among the winners, runners-up, and semi-finalists across all categories. Trophies and Prize money were distributed by Mr. Jayaraman, Chairman, and Mr. N. Narayanasamy, Secretary, TNSTC. The tournament featured several accomplished veteran players who have represented India at the World Veterans Tennis Championships. They included Sanjay Kumar (Kerala) in the 60+ category, Suresh Murthati (Telangana) and Tulasiram (Karnataka) in the 70+ category, and Venkatachalam Swaminathan (Tamil Nadu) in the 75+ category. Sanjay Kumar and Venkatachalam Swaminathan have both captained the Indian team at the World Veterans Tennis Championships. One of the highlights of the tournament was the participation of two octogenarian players, Mr. R. Nagarajan and Mr. Shivamony Moorthy. In the singles events, Srikanth (40+), Ramesh S (50+), Srinivas Reddy (55+), Senthil Kumar (60+), V. Shankar (65+), Tulasiram (70+), and Venkatachalam Swaminathan (75+) emerged as champions in their respective categories. In the doubles events, Sathish Babu and M. Ramu (40+), Ramesh S and Sathish Babu (50+), Dinesh Thampi and Srinivas Reddy (55+), Sivakumar and Senthil Kumar (60+), Alapati Suresh and V. Shankar (65+), Tulasiram and Suresh Murthati (70+), and Venkatachalam Swaminathan and Veeramani K (75+) were the winners in their respective categories. TNSTC, one of the most active veteran tennis organisations in South India, has a membership of around 550 veteran players. The club conducts four non-ranking tournaments annually at Madurai, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli, and Chennai, providing veteran tennis enthusiasts with regular opportunities for competitive play and camaraderie. Kauvery Hospital played a key role in ensuring the health and safety of all participants. A dedicated medical team, supported by a fully equipped ambulance, remained on standby throughout the tournament to provide immediate medical assistance and first-aid support. The next leg of the Tamil Nadu Senior Tennis Club Veterans Tennis Tournament will be hosted in Tiruchirappalli during September 2026.
Mekedatu dam row: File contempt case against Karnataka in SC, says AMMK chief Dhinakaran
AMMK chief T T V Dhinakaran has urged the Tamil Nadu government to initiate contempt proceedings against Karnataka for proceeding with Mekedatu dam construction, allegedly violating Supreme Court orders. He called for Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene and halt the unilateral work.
Deficit summer rains in South impacts Indias May tea output
All-India tea output falls 3.54% to 131.6 million kg; Tamil Nadu production drops 25% due to inadequate rains
NTK leader seeks Tamil Nadu ban on Jr NTR-Trivikram film over Murugan row
NTK leader seeks Tamil Nadu ban on Jr NTR-Trivikram film over Murugan row
IAF Chetak helicopter makes emergency landing in Tamil Nadu
An Indian Air Force Chetak helicopter executed a safe emergency landing in a Chengalpattu agricultural field Monday morning due to a technical issue during a training flight. Pilots Vishal Bhaskar and a colleague skillfully landed the aircraft at Keerapakkam after detecting the snag. Following repairs by a recovery team from Tambaram Air Force Station, the helicopter successfully returned to base.
Tamil Nadu clocks highest growth rate in FY26 exports at 13.7%
The State emerged top electronics goods exporter yet again for FY26
SC to hear on July 7 plea alleging active influencing of witnesses in Karur stampede case
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on July 7 alleging Tamil Nadu ministers are actively influencing witnesses in the Karur stampede case, which claimed 41 lives. The court had previously ordered a CBI investigation into the incident. Senior advocate Huzefa Ahmadi presented the application, highlighting concerns about potential witness tampering by individuals now holding ministerial positions. The bench confirmed the hearing for the following day.
Karur stampede probe: Supreme Court to hear DMK plea over CM Vijays proposed Karur visit
The Supreme Court will hear on Tuesday an interlocutory application filed by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) seeking directions to restrain Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, State Minister Aadhav Arjuna and other accused persons from making public statements or engaging in conduct that could allegedly prejudice the ongoing Court-monitored Central Bureau of Investigation [] The post Karur stampede probe: Supreme Court to hear DMK plea over CM Vijays proposed Karur visit appeared first on India Legal .
DMK hits out at Tamil Nadu govt over removal of Stalin's name from desalination project plaque
The DMK has strongly criticized the ruling TVK for allegedly removing a plaque bearing M K Stalin's name from a desalination project. This move escalates the political rivalry, with the DMK accusing the TVK of erasing their government's achievements. The project, crucial for Chennai's water supply, was commissioned by Stalin. Tensions are high following accusations of poaching legislators and a former DMK minister's arrest.
Jr NTR's film faces ban threat in Tamil Nadu over Lord Murugan reference
Jr NTR and Trivikram Srinivas's upcoming mythological film has landed in controversy after its first-look poster referred to Lord Murugan as being born in the North. Naam Tamilar Katchi leader Seeman has demanded a ban and warned of severe repercussions.
'Gatta Kusthi 2' BO day 3: Film jumps 25.3%
Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi's 'Gatta Kusthi 2' is performing well at the box office, crossing Rs 13.85 crore net in India within three days. The film saw a significant jump in collections on its third day, with Sunday earnings reaching an estimated Rs 6.20 crore. Overseas markets also contributed, pushing the worldwide gross to Rs 18.78 crore. Occupancy rates improved throughout the weekend, particularly in Tamil Nadu.
To Honour Growth & Welfare Commitments, TN Must Fix Revenue Leaks, Strengthen Governance, Reform PSUs, Rationalise Expenses
Plugging leakages can transform the states fiscal trajectory
Faceless assessments to boost revenue
One held from Tamil Nadu in Rs 3.6 lakh cyber fraud.
GCC to levy 25,000 fine for violation of Solid Waste Management Rules
Currently, the Corporation collects a fine of 5,000 from bulk waste generators. It has set a 15-day deadline for them to register themselves on its portal; each district will constitute a special cell to monitor compliance with the rules
Commuters put to hardship as Southern Railway cancels 41 suburban services
Lawyers should be sensitive, empathetic and effective people managers: Justice Devan Ramachandran
Tasmac to regularise services of 23,000 workers at retail end
TNRERA chairman Shiv Das Meena and two members resign
Pidari Ekaveeri: a fierce Goddess, a captivating smile, and Raja Rajas mother-in-laws grant
R. Kalaikovan of the Dr. Rajamanickanar Centre for Historical Research says the idols is the probably oldest identifiable Pidari image in Tamil Nadu. Although several inscriptions from the Chola period refer to Pidari deities, the corresponding images have rarely been identified, he adds
Car overturns in Royapettah; no casualties
Over 230 Irula families in Ariyalur find steady income through cashew harvesting initiative
The Tribal Welfare Department facilitated financial support for people from the Irula community to participate in public auctions for cashew plantations managed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Plantation Corporation Limited to enable them to directly participate in cashew cultivation and marketing
Ninth arrest in 35 crore bribery case
Cops uncover plot to kill rowdy; 4 Puzhal inmates moved
Four labourers killed in road accident
Chennai airport sees decline in rankings as Kolkata closes gap
Poor Amenities Cited As One Of The Reasons
Tamil Nadu Government Faces November Deadline for Right to Services Act
Digitisation is only the first step. Tamil Nadu needs a law that makes timely delivery of public services a citizens right by default, not at an officials discretion
TVK unable to break DMK, hence levelling false charges: Udhayanidhi
Governor should probe horse trading charges if he has powers to do so, says Thiruma
Curtains fall on Chennais Theyagaraja Theatre as 500-crore redevelopment begins
Ammonia removal operations in Tiruvallur to continue today
EYE WASH - Encroachments return to T Nagar pedestrian plaza 24 hours after GCC drive
First instalment of 25,863 crore under VB-GRAM G released
Uttar Pradesh received the highest allocation at 3,210.76 crore, followed by Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu, while Kerala received a considerably smaller allocation of 925.33 crore; concerns over centralised planning and high technological barrier persist
Watch: Fishing hamlets of Kanniyakumaris Thoothoor zone where football fuels dreams
As FIFA fever grips the world, the streets of coastal villages in Kanniyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, particularly the eight villages that form the Thoothoor zone, are brimming with excitement. Heated debates over favourite teams and players are common, while life-size cut-outs of football stars line the roads
GCC gives bulk waste generators 15 days to register online
Six more CM co-working spaces to open soon
Suburban rail leaves thousands stranded
Railway officials said that track improvement work is mandatory for better passenger safety
A majority of departments are yet to upload G.O.s on the Tamil Nadu government website
Only five departments have hosted theirG.O.sissued in May and June on the website. The orders that are not available on the site pertain to the creation ofSingappenSpecial Force and the provision of 100 additional units of electricity to domestic consumers who use 500 units bi-monthly
Udhayanidhi Stalin declared the DMK government a protective fortress for minorities, vowing to counter malicious political campaigns. He highlighted the party's enduring loyalty from minority communities, contrasting it with those who left. Udhayanidhi also praised the dedication of party stalwart 'Thuraimugam' Kaja, recounting his past gesture of sportsmanship towards M. Karunanidhi. The event underscored the DMK's commitment to minority welfare.
Man cleared in Pocso case after DNA test proves innocence
A 32-year-old man from Salem, wrongfully imprisoned for nearly two years on rape and impregnation charges, has been acquitted by a Pocso court. He refused bail, confident in his innocence. A crucial DNA test proved he was not the father of the child, leading to his release and allowing him to return to his village with his reputation restored. The court concluded he was falsely accused.
Over 59,000 teachers take up TET exam across Tamil Nadu
In September 2025, the Supreme Court had ruled that all teachers, except those with less than five years of service, must clear TET to continue in their jobs, with no exceptions even for promotion
Sai Kishore looks to take bad patch in his stride
Its time for Tamil Nadu to segregate solid waste at source
Though the new Solid Waste Management Rules kicked in on April 1, 2026, there has been little awareness among residents of this momentous change in urban solid waste management. While most parts of the world have settled into a routine of segregation of waste at source, Tamil Nadu still packs a mixed garbage bag. This report looks at how the new Rules could impact source segregation in the State
DVAC conducts surprise checks across Tamil Nadu
Four injured as MTC buses collide near War Memorial
IIT Madras Pravartak aims to train 10 lakh students in AI in the next three years
Construction supervisor robbed
Man arrested for murdering friend in drunken brawl
Woman poses as customer, steals gold at shop
Priest arrested for theft at dance teachers house
Mini-truck driver dies in crash at traffic signal
Cloud cover keeps daytime temperatures down, humidity up
Drug peddlers using juveniles in Kannagi Nagar nabbed
Person seeking separate Tamil nation will be seen as one with mental health issues: HC
Two weeks after deadly leak, last of ammonia to be removed from seafood unit today
Guv invites people to Lok Bhavan to share problems
Governor has authority to review Central schemes: Nainar
CMI to offer maths certificate courses to school teachers
DMK will bounce back after defeat: Stalin
The Parandur airport project was not part of the review as it will be discussed at a separate meeting, sources say
