Tamil Nadu government identifies three sites for the new Assembly-Secretariat complex
The TVK-led government is to finalise a site by mid-September. In the past, two of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays predecessors, Jayalalithaa and M. Karunanidhi, had attempted to shift the Secretariat from the existing Fort St. George.
Besides working on notable Hollywood productions as a visual effects artist, Nijesh Sidharthan, who hails from Wayanad, recently won two awards at an art show in Australia with his watercolour paintings
Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of U.S. feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, has died
Gloria Steinem, the most visible symbol and potent voice of the U.S. womens movement in the 60s and 70s and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for the rest of her life, has died at 92
Preliminary checks at Lucknow airport found no sign of smoke or fire in the aircraft,
Mandatory inspection by the Principal Chief Electrical Engineer, Southern Railway, has been planned for September 9
Keralams Kochi Corporation to invite EoI for consultants to tap into 500-crore bond market
We have been in consultations with regulatory bodies such as SEBI as a prelude to the process. Initially, we are exploring the prospects of issuing municipal bonds worth 150 crore to finance development and infrastructure projects, along with green bonds worth another 150 crore to support environment-friendly and climate change mitigation initiatives, says Mayor
They allege that district president and general secretary have been taking decisions without consulting district council or other office-bearers
India-U.S. trade pact to be finalised once U.S. offers preferential rate: Goyal
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said that India's nine FTAs, spanning economies representing about $60 trillion of GDP, would provide preferential access to nearly two-thirds of global trade
No excuses left for textiles sector: Commerce Minister Goyal on Indias new tariff advantages
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal explained that India now stands equal to or stronger than competitors like Bangladesh and Vietnam in terms of the tariffs imposed on their textile exports.
Over 58,800 people displaced by ethnic violence since May 2023: Manipur govt
The violence destroyed 7,894 permanent houses
Two workers die in fire accident at Virudhunagar district firecracker units
The two separate fire accidents occurred at Karishma fireworks located in Koonampatti near Srivilliputtur and at a fireworks unit at Meenampatti village near Sivakasi on September 3, 2026
While progressive youth condemn the clerics statement as regressive and patriarchal, traditionalists argue they were misconstrued or intended to protect community values
Kurnool civic chief asks e-auto drivers to ensure 100% door-to-door garbage collection
Commissioner Challa Obulesu inspects the parking area, transfer point and charging station a day after the electric autos were launched, and tells the drivers to report maintenance problems to the agency
Trump Strait? Trumps renaming spree continues as he suggests renaming the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trumpon September 2, 2026 suggested renaming theStrait of Hormuzas Trump Strait despite the fact that the crucial waterway remains contested amid the war with Iran.
TN okays resolution for Tamil as HC's principal language
The Tamil Nadu Assembly has unanimously adopted a resolution, moved by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, urging the Centre to recognise Tamil as the principal language of the Madras High Court. The resolution highlights Tamil's classical status and the need for judgments to be available in the local language, while also addressing historical demands and constitutional provisions.
Vijay plans Rs 1,200 crore edifice to replace Fort St George
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has announced plans for a new Rs 1,200 crore Assembly-cum-Secretariat integrated complex in Chennai, moving the administration from the historic Fort St George. The modern facility will house all state government departments, addressing space constraints and aiming for efficient governance. Additionally, the CM unveiled plans for a Tamil Nadu Olympic City and a Motor Sports City to boost sports infrastructure and tourism.
Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra appointed Ram Temple trust CEO
The never-ending talk of shifting Tamil Nadus Assembly-Secretariat complex
In May 1983, MGR government issued an order to raise a structure for housing the Secretariat. But this was given up later. Nearly 20 years later, Jayalalithaa floated the idea of an Administrative City near Mamallapuram. When Karunanidhi returned to office in May 2006, he built the Assembly-Secretariat complex at the Omandurar Estate.
CUTN Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for JRF/ Project Fellow Posts
Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 JRF/Project Fellow post. The application process is open until 11 September 2026. Eligible candidates can apply via email through the official website, https://cutn.ac.in/.
Two killed, six injured as omnibus rams lorry on national highway in Perambalur
Tamil Nadu Olympic City, Formula 1 track: CM Vijay announces Chennai makeover plan
In a significant development, Tamil NaduChief MinisterC Joseph Vijay on Thursday announced to establish a world-classTamil NaduOlympic CityinChennaiunder Rule 110 in the State Assembly. As per the updates from the NaduCMO, theOlympic Citywill be developed by theTamil NaduSportsDevelopment Authority and will feature world-class sports arenas, state-of-the-art sporting equipment, a High Performance Training Centre, and dedicatedSportsScience andSportsMedicine centres.
Former OSD to Minister Konda Surekha, five others booked for assaulting businessman
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Abhinandan Varthaman, who downed an enemy jet during an aerial combat with Pakistan in 2019, is set for a new chapter in the skies as a commercial pilot.
PayPal says 220 India employees affected in latest restructuring
Company disputes reports of larger job cuts; declines to provide details on impact on contract workforce
Tamil Nadu government to finalise location for new Assembly-Secretariat complex by mid-September
The TVK-led government has identified three potential sites for the new Secretariat
Tamil Nadu government to finalise location for new Assembly-Secretariat complex by mid-September
The TVK-led government has identified three potential sites for the new Secretariat
Behindwoods Packages Two MP Visits To Secretariat As
West Bengal rebel TMC MP Saayoni Ghosh and Rajasthan BJP MP Mahima Kumari Mewar met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay in Chennai. While both described their meetings as courtesy calls involving governance, development and administrative issues, Behindwoods has given them a very different political spin linking the visits to the race for [] The post Behindwoods Packages Two MP Visits To Secretariat As North Indian MPs Flocking To Vijay Propaganda appeared first on The Commune .
Life lessons from Hogwarts: Celebrating the Harry Potter movies
On this day in 2002, the first ever Harry Potter film Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone hit theatres across India, contributing to an already growing fan base of witches and wizards. As we reflect on this historical day, let us recall some of the things we learnt from Harry and his friends.
Hogwarts returns in HBOs first Harry Potter trailer, introducing a new generation of the trio and reimagined versions of Snape, Dumbledore and more for a Christmas 2026 launch
Watch: KSRTC drivers tearful farewell to bus on retirement day goes viral
Paul Kurian, a driver attached to KSRTC Kumily depot in Keralams Idukki, completed his last duty on September 2. After parking the bus at the end of his shift, he kissed the steering wheel and saluted the vehicle before walking away
Iran, India not talking trade: Rubio on Modi-Pezeshkian meet
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that U.S. President Donald Trump has made it clear that no country should help Iran evade sanctions
AI-Generated Video Impersonating Vijay Triggers Scam Alert In Tamil Nadu
The video carries Hindi audio and falsely offers financial assistance, directing people to contact a WhatsApp number for help.
Watch: TMC-BJP war of words after Abhishek Banerjees Kolkata office is ransacked
A political row has erupted in West Bengal after masked men allegedly ransacked TMC leader Abhishek Banerjees Camac Street office in Kolkata. Banerjee blamed BJP supporters for the attack, while police arrested six people.
Google announces Gemini 3.8 Flash and 3.8 Flash Cyber AI models
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Devashish Makhija on Joram: Politics and arts should be allowed to cross-pollinate
As Joram' continues to find audiences, writer-director Devashish Makhija talks about how he discovered his voice and the growing disenchantment of Hindi cinema with political themes
After TVK Government Scraps Development Projects In TN, MLA Wants JK Tyre Shut Down
After scrapping or putting several projects in limbo, the TVK government now has a ruling-party MLA demanding that an existing industrial unit be shut down. The demand to close JK Tyre in Ranipet adds to questions over how the government intends to retain industries and attract fresh investment to Tamil Nadu. Speaking in the Tamil [] The post After TVK Government Scraps Development Projects In TN, MLA Wants JK Tyre Shut Down Except Theres No Plant In Ranipet appeared first on The Commune .
Mardaani 3 movie review: A Rani Mukerji project that loses steam after half-time
The socially relevant takedown of the child-trafficking and begging mafia is marred by predictable plot twists, bombast, and antagonists who are less menacing than in previous instalments
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Motor Sports City to be established in Tamil Nadu; Chennai to get Olympic City: CM Vijay
The Motor Sports City will promote sports tourism, encourage the growing interest in motorsports among the youth of Tamil Nadu, provide them with the necessary training, and develop the State into a major international hub for motorsports
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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Announces Olympic City
Tamil Nadu plans an integrated Olympic training hub and a separate motorsports city designed to host major races and nurture young talent.
GBA improves coordination on big projects, but everyday civic issues persist
According to sources, top-level meetings are frequent now, however, problems related to garbage blackspots, waste collection, potholes, and citizen services continue
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With elections longoverdue andcouncillorsand ward committees yet to be in place, many feel the new administrative structure can deliver its full promise of bringing governance closer to citizens only when there is a stronger local accountability mechanism
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Mar Thoma Church trustees call for mandatory HIV test before marriage sparks debate
During a family meet recently, Rev. K. Thomas said he favoured a system under which marriages in Mar Thoma Church would be solemnised only after prospective bride and groom had undergone HIV tests
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Caste Practices At Velankanni: Does TVK Minister Marie Wilson Endorse Them?
TVK Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson recently undertook a foot pilgrimage to the Velankanni Basilica. A month ago, he identified himself as a Christian in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. Wilson has reportedly also been undertaking the pilgrimage for several years. His pilgrimage assumes significance in light of a study that documents the caste-based organisation of [] The post Caste Practices At Velankanni: Does TVK Minister Marie Wilson Endorse Them? appeared first on The Commune .
Repair all potholes in three days, Guntur Commissioner tells engineers
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Harry Potter trailer: HBO reveals first Quidditch, Sorting Hat and Hogwarts footage
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An intriguing premise gets lost in the maze of underdeveloped ideas and erratic execution, as writer Kanika Dhillon and director Devashish Makhija dont seem to be on the same page.
One of Tamil Nadus most beloved comedians, Soori eventually managed to transition to a leading man. However, his journey to success was anything but smooth. A lifelong Rajinikanth fan, the actor once had to make a living, performing odd jobs such as cleaning in Chennai. He was eventually able to land bit parts and minor appearances before he got his breakthrough in 2009. He eventually went on to star in one of his idols movies in 2021.
CityUHK neuroscientist crack code on brain multitasking, uncovering neural mechanisms behind cognitive bottlenecks
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays much-publicised surprise visit to a farmers family near the Mettur Dam is now being revealed to be a carefully choreographed photo-op, after the elderly woman at the centre of the episode revealed that a Tahsildar had visited her the previous night, as reported in OneIndia Tamil. The incident [] The post Paati Busts Vijays Surprise Visit: Wanna-Be MGR Photo Op Exposed appeared first on The Commune .
Uber to exit Nigeria after 12 years of operations
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Lollapalooza India has unveiled its lineup for the festivals fifth edition, with Olivia Dean, Limp Bizkit, Fontaines D.C., KATSEYE and Yousuke Yukimatsu among the major international acts
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Russia to close German cultural centres after Berlin blames Moscow for airport drone plot
Mr. Lavrov said that cultural centres belonging to Germany's Goethe-Institut would be closed in Moscow, St. Petersburg and Yekaterinburg, adding that any other response would show a lack of self-respect on Russia's part
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UP is battling a worsening flood situation as the Ganga and Yamuna continue to rise across eastern Uttar Pradesh.
Madras High Court rejects MK Stalin
The Madras High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, in which he had raised allegations concerning irregularities in the post-election verification of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) used in the Kolathur Assembly constituency. A Bench comprising Chief Justice SA Dharmadhikari and Justice [] The post Madras High Court rejects MK Stalins plea over alleged EVM verification irregularities in Kolathur appeared first on India Legal .
CPI urges Puducherry Assembly Speaker to convene Public Accounts Committee meetings
CPI Puducherry state secretary A.M. Saleem said the CAG report for the financial year ending 2025 had pointed to shortcomings in the implementation of government schemes and financial management across departments.
Xiaomi launches Redmi 17 5G in premium segment in India
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Nine Years, One Focus: Dinto Solar Builds HJT Momentum from Lab to Global Markets
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Keralam Seeks Mullaperiyar Safety Review as per 2025 Terms of Reference
The panel recently conducted a field inspection of the main dam, baby dam, earthen dam and spillway, besides hearing the submissions of both Keralam and Tamil Nadu
The Way TNPL Has Grown Over The Years Is Immense: Shahrukh Khan (ld)
Tamil Nadu Premier League: Cricketer Shahrukh Khan believes the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) has played a major role in the growth of cricket in the state, providing a platform for young players to showcase their talent and a pathway towards the Indian Premier League. Shahrukh himself is among the players who have benefited from the TNPL platform. After spending nearly two decades in the Tamil Nadu cricket system, the hard-hitting batter has established himself as one of the states prominent white-ball players and an IPL cricketer. The 2026 season marked another highlight in Shahrukh's TNPL journey as he guided Kovai Kings to their third championship. The team beat Madurai Panthers by 84 runs in the final held at MA Chidambaram Stadium on August 28. Andre Siddarths quick 82 off 47 balls contributed to a solid team total, and Kovai's bowlers dismissing Madurai for just 98. For Shahrukh, however, the importance of the TNPL goes beyond his own success. TNPL has been a platform for a lot of players from Tamil Nadu, including me, Natarajan, Varun Chakravarthy, a lot of players, Shahrukh said in an exclusive conversation with IANS. He believes the tournaments growth over the years has been significant and that its impact is now evident in the number of players from Tamil Nadu who have gone on to play in the IPL. And the way the tournament has grown over the years is just immense. And not just TNPL but the other leagues that happen around India as well. But the first domestic tournament for a state T20 was TNPL and very fortunate to be a part of this tournament, he said. The league, which began in 2016, has increasingly become an important fixture in the Tamil Nadu cricket calendar. For young players, it offers an opportunity to play alongside experienced domestic cricketers and to perform under pressure in front of a wider audience. Shahrukh feels that the process is continuing to work, with new players emerging every season. And every year, you see new talents coming up. I hope even this year, the IPL scouts see a few talents and picks so that the tournament grows even bigger next year, he said. Shahrukh has played cricket in the states circuit for around 20 years and has encountered a range of leadership styles across his age-group, league, domestic and IPL careers. He believes these experiences have helped him develop his own understanding of leadership. But when it comes to the foundation of his captaincy, Shahrukh looks closer to home. I think I have been in Tamil Nadu circuit for about 20 years now. So there are various captains that I have played under in league matches, the local league that happens here. And obviously, I have been playing age group cricket for a very long time. And played under a lot of captains in IPL as well, but the base foundation for me in terms of captaincy is the sort of cricket that we play here in Tamil Nadu, the league structure, he said. He specifically credited Ashwin Venkatraman, a prominent figure in the Tamil Nadu league circuit and a former associate of Kovai Kings, for aiding his understanding of the tactical aspects of captaincy. I have really looked up to a person, a captain called Ashwin Venkatraman. He is a player in Tamil Nadu league here. So he has been really vital in terms of how to go about in a game of cricket and how to read a batsmans mind before he does something, Shahrukh said. His IPL experiences have shaped his leadership style. Shahrukh has shared dressing rooms with several seasoned captains and has watched how they manage various situations. And obviously, playing IPL, I have seen a lot of captains. And from afar, if you look at it, MS Dhoni has always been my idol in terms of captaincy. And the pattern in which I go about is whatever I have got from him, he added. Shahrukh's IPL 2026 season with Gujarat Titans was disappointing, leading to his removal from the playing XI during the tournament. He later disclosed that he had been battling a technical flaw in his batting for several months. And obviously, playing IPL, I have seen a lot of captains. And from afar, if you look at it, MS Dhoni has always been my idol in terms of captaincy. And the pattern in which I go about is whatever I have got from him, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories His efforts following the IPL reignited his form in the TNPL. A notable achievement was his 17-ball half-century against Dindigul Dragons, ranking among the quickest in the tournament. As the next IPL season approaches, the Tamil Nadu batsman aims for his TNPL revival to boost his performance in India's premier T20 competition. Article Source: IANS
Keralam seeks Mullaperiyar safety review as per 2025 ToR
The panel recently conducted a field inspection of the main dam, baby dam, earthen dam and spillway, besides hearing the submissions of both Keralam and Tamil Nadu, government adviser on inter-state water issues James Wilson said.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces plan for new Secretariat-Assembly complex
This modern integrated complex will house all State government departments and will be established at an estimated cost of 1,200 crore
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces world-class Olympic City in Chennai
Vijay also announces plans for dedicated motorsports city in Chennai to host Formula 1-4 races
Aryna Sabalenka powers her way into third round of U.S. Open in just 53 minutes
The top-seeded Sabalenka overwhelmed Polina Iatcenko 6-1, 6-1 in 53 minutes, putting on a power-hitting display that made it seem her recent problems are in the past
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Chennai To Become World-Class Olympic City, Announces Chief Minister Vijay
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Thursday announced the establishment of a world-class Tamil Nadu Olympic City in Chennai under Rule 110 in the State Assembly.
A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant was informed by advocate Prashant Bhushan that he had come directly to the apex court as several petitions connected to the BCI is being heard by the court
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has announced plans to build a Motor Sports City with a Formula racing track and youth training facilities, along with a separate Olympic City aimed at producing more gold medal winners for the state. The two projects are part of the government's larger push to build modern sports infrastructure and boost athlete development in Tamil Nadu.
KMWA Vidyanikethan unveils new labs and library in Bengaluru
The newly-inaugurated facilities are expected to enhance the students learning experience and provide greater opportunities for practical learning, experimentation and research
Tamil Nadu government to sell onions at Rs 35/kg in 8,739 ration shops to curb price rise
The Tamil Nadu government will sell onions at Rs 35 per kg through 8,739 ration shops. This initiative aims to control soaring onion prices for approximately 80 lakh family cardholders. The government has procured 1000 tonnes of onions to implement this subsidised sale program. Opposition parties have raised concerns about the rising prices of essential commodities.
