Tamil Nadu News

Most Bihar Cabinet Ministers are wealthier than CM Nitish Kumar

Mr. Kumars assets are worth 1.66 crore, up 68,455 from last year; his Deputy CMs Samrat Choudhary and V.K. Sinha are significantly wealthier, with assets valued at 6.38 crore and 8.81 crore respectively

Tribal Youth Exchange programme begins at GITAM university

Youth from Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha are participating in the week-long programme

Sangita Kalanidhi award conferred on violinist R.K. Shriramkumar

Music is an unfathomable ocean; continuous practice opens doors for students, says violinist Rajam on the occasion of the Sadas of the Music Academy in Chennai

CM challenges KCR to discuss water projects in Assembly

Alleges lure of commissions responsible for PRLIS project cost rising from 32,000 crore to 84,000 crore; Mr. Revanth Reddy says government will inquire into the issue

Test report confirms bacterial contamination in 26 Indore water samples

Official death toll at four, but residents say 14 people have died; 2,800 sick, 272 admitted to hospitals; entire supply line cleaned, leakages repaired, water replaced, says Indore DC; NHRC issues notice to M.P. Chief Secretary

Chennithala announces aid for projects in Chavakkad

Watch: Residents voice anger after water contamination deaths in Indore

CITU conference condemns VB-G RAM G, SHANTI Acts, Labour Codes

VB-G RAM G Act has overturned statutory rights, alongwith imposing financial and administrative burden on the State governments, undermining the federal structure of the Constitution: CITU general secretary

IIA scientists unveil secret behind the dusty veil of T Chamaeleontis star

Man arrested on charge of theft

Mandatory waste management system for bulk generators in Maradu

Banner row triggers clash, firing near Janardhan Reddys residence in Ballari

Gunmen linked to Satish Reddy opened four or five rounds of fire, the former Minister says while displaying bullets used in the firing

NHAI to rope in new contractor to resume work on 22-crore vehicular underpass near Arcot town

This comes after the multi-crore project was abandoned by an earlier contractor due to lack of funds. Due to this, the police had allowed traffic on the incomplete elevated corridor above the underpass to decongest the narrow service lane leading to Vellore Town

Second loop of Hebbal flyover inaugurated

All local body elections to be held this year, says DKS

Israel says forces open fire on West Bank stone-throwers, one dead

Palestinian authorities in the West Bank said a 26-year-old man they named as Khattab Al Sarhan was killed and another person wounded

Two students killed in motorcycle crash at Narsingi

Explained: Why are government school teachers protesting in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu government school teachers protest for equal pay, demanding resolution of longstanding pay disparities

Sabarimala gold theft case: Pinarayi denies interference by his office in SIT probe

Chief Minister says it is common knowledge that SIT probe is monitored by High Court, ruling out need for a CBI probe at this stage, adding that UDF conveners allegation against CMO meant to divert attention from the real issue as to how the prime accused in the case gained access to a high-profile leader such as Sonia Gandhi

Waste management a priority, says Maradu municipal chairperson

Liquor worth 1,669 crore sold in the last week of December

Despite slump in sales of IML, excise revenue collection increases; government sets an excise revenue target at 40,000 crore for 2025-2026 financial year

Yemen separatists say Saudi-backed forces to deploy in seized territories

A surprise offensive by the STC, in which the separatists took control of resource-rich Hadramawt and Mahra provinces last month, has brought the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, officially allies in Yemen, to a point of unprecedented tension

Air Marshal Seethepalli Shrinivas assumes charge as AOC-in-C of IAF Training Command

Traffic regulations on Thamarassery Ghat Road from January 5

Seven arrested in major drug bust; doctor and BDS student among those held

Two new districts, Polavaram and Markapuram, come into force

The move, effective from December 31, 2025, aims to streamline governance, improve service delivery, and address regional development needs more effectively

Adequate urea available, says Agriculture Secretary

Man loses 72 lakh in fake stock trading and IPO scam

KWML readying plans to extend Water Metro service to Thopumpady, Edakochi

Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run accident on NH-44 near Medchal checkpost

BJP mouthpiece carries IUML organs edit page on New Years day

In a technical mix-up during the printing process, the Kannur-Kasaragod edition of Janmabhumi carried the editorial page of Chandrika daily, which had an article by League State president Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal. The rare blooper, though jarring for Janmabhumi readers, helped Chandrika connect with a different section of readers

Four youths killed in two road accidents in capital

Visakha Book Festival shines spotlight on Telugu literature

52 test positive for drug consumption in year-end raid

Three alleged drug peddlers arrested and 250 grams seized

Water level in Periyar dam stands at 131.70 feet

Attukal Pongala works to be expedited

Change in departure timings of trains

Villupuram police recovered 2-crore worth stolen property in 2025

Two men held for bid to steal from ATM near Katpadi

The arrested were identified as migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh and Delhi

Temples, churches draw large crowds in Tiruchi

Thousands turn up at temples across the city while special mass was held in churches to welcome the new year; revellers ring in the new year by bursting crackers

Startup communities launched in two villages in Kallakurichi district

Charity donations replace New Year gifts at Sri Sathya Sai Collectorate

Novel initiative helps gather donations worth 2.62 lakh, including medical kits for TB patients, competitive examination books and blankets

Woman held for husbands murder; relative, aides secured

Udupi police collect 9.62 lakh in fines during special drive

Out of the 1,199 cases, 803 cases were booked for riding without a helmet, 243 for not wearing seat belts, 103 for drunk driving, 35 for triple riding, and 15 for using mobile phones while driving

Spurious drugs smuggled to Sri Lanka, claims former Puducherry Chief Minister

Measures to strengthen consumer protection, says CM

New Year celebrations pass off peacefully in Puducherry

MP urges NHAI to repair drinking water pipelines damaged during NH 66 widening

The NHAI must repair or relay the pipelines on priority, Udupi-Chikkamagaluru Member of Parliament Kota Srinivas Poojary says

Elaborate arrangements put in place in Tiruvannamalai for Chitra Pournami

The temple will be kept open between 6.11 p.m. on Friday and 4 a.m. on Saturday for the festival. All devotees will be allowed for darshan for free during the festival. There will be a special darshan queue for senior citizens and pregnant women

Intoxicated man ploughs SUV into pedestrians near Mall of Asia, several injured

Training, awareness campaigns mooted as National Road Safety Month begins

Authorities stress on periodic medical check-ups for RTC bus drivers and presentation of awards to those with accident-free records

Watch: Italians dive into Romes freezing Tiber to welcome the New Year

One dead, 14 hospitalised after suspected food poisoning at New Year party in Hyderabad

BJP Kisan Morcha to hold roundtable on natural farming on January 3

The meeting aims to create awareness among farmers on all aspects of natural farming, says Kisan Morcha leaderChigurupati Kumara Swamy

Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor, Lt. Gen. Harpal Singh assume key appointments

Senior officers take charge as Vice Chief of the Air Staff and Director General Border Roads

DRDO to play key role in Sudarshan Chakra air defence initiative: Rajnath Singh

Under the initiative, the DRDO will equip critical installations across the country with advanced air defence systems for comprehensive aerial protection over the next decade

Death of a 31-year-old migrant worker in a mob attack in Palakkad sparks outrage

Vigilantism raised its ugly head once again at Attapallam, near Walayar, Palakkad, where a Chhattisgarh native was lynched. As the law enforcement agencies are busy booking the suspects in the case, Abdul Latheef Naha assesses the socio-political factors that played into the blood-curdling incident, which shocked the State.

Teaching govt. doctors seek clearance of long-pending dues, write to Chief Secretary

Celebrations mark 208th Bhima Koregaon victory anniversary in Kalaburagi

Leaders of several organisations paid floral tributes to the chief architect of Constitution B.R. Ambedkar at Jagat Circle

Export of technical textiles see a dip in April - October 2025

Tulu play Sathya Muneenda? celebrates 50 years

The play was later published as a book by Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy in its 2013 book series

Kannur Corporation rings in New Year with call for unity, civic action

The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants movie review: Soak up the fun

With bright colours, giggles, and furious action, the animated adventure The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants is a happy way to kick off the New Year

A.P. invests in skill development as a core economic growth strategy

Jagga Reddy donates 10 lakh to five cancer patients

Thipsay rates Alpine SG Pipers GCL triumph as his greatest moment

Nava Keralam Citizen Response Programme kicks off in Kottayam

Data collection officially begins at the residence of former Supreme Court judge K. T. Thomas in Kanjikuzhy

Bengal BJP president meets former party president Dilip Ghosh

Ghoshs presence at key meetings with the Home Minister and the State president signals the possibility of his return from exile and a renewed role in the party ahead of the upcoming Assembly polls

NMDCs iron ore output rose 15% in December 2025, sales 19%

For the nine months ended December, iron ore production stood at 36.89 MT, which is 20% higher compared to 30.77 MT in the corresponding period of previous fiscal

Aurobindo Pharma arm acquires non-oncology portfolio of Khandelwal Labs

The business generated a turnover of 113.5 crore in 2024-25 with an EBITDA of 28.9 crore. It has around 470 people strong field force and more than 1,600 stockists and other distribution related infrastructure.

Association demands not to procure milk, butter from other States

Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire at Swiss ski resort bar at New Years party

Several dozen people are feared dead and about 100 injured after a fire tore through a crowded bar during New Years celebrations in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana on January 1, 2026. Swiss police said the death toll was still being assessed. An investigation is under way.

A.P. govt. allots 2 acres on lease for TDP office in Bapatla

Two acres have been allotted on a lease basis for 33 years, with a rent of 1,000 per acre per annum

CM tells senior officers to discharge duty promptly without delay

Watch: North Koreas Kim Jong Un attends New Year celebrations with daughter

Feeling sleepy behind the wheel? AI can tell

Artificial Intelligence-based system developed by Mahatma Gandhi University can spot driver fatigue in real time and send instant alerts to prevent accidents

Pet-friendly tourism gains popularity in Munnar

Several tourism stakeholders in the hill station are now offering specialised accommodations and sightseeing facilities for travellers who wish to bring their pets along

VACB logs highest-ever anti-corruption crackdown in 2025

Revenue department topped the list with 20 cases, followed by Local Self-Government department with 12

Man ends life after killing son, two daughters in Nandyal of A.P.

The daily wager had reportedly been in a state of depression after his wife ended her life in August last year

New police officials assume office in Tirunelveli Range

SIPCOT plan dropped, but official reply rekindles fears in Erode

Missing man found dead near Leepuram seashore

A.P. Jeevandan sets records with 300 transplants in 2025

Devotees throng major shrines on New Year Day

Southern districts welcome New Year with great zeal

Manapparai railway station sports a new look with improved passenger amenities

A complete makeover has been given under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme to benefit the travellers; lifts have been installed and parking lot provided roof

Motor vehicle offences in Coimbatore city fetch 20.11 crore fine in 2025

Minimum temperatures to climb up in January in State

Chelsea part ways with manager Maresca

The Italian, who joined Chelsea in 2024 after steering Leicester City to Premier League promotion, guided the London side to Champions League qualification, the Conference League trophy and the Club World Cup title in his first season.

In Focus podcast | Has housing become prohibitively expensive in Indian cities?

Ashok B. Lall and Tikender Singh Panwar speak to us about why urban housing has slipped out of reach for most Indians.

Varnachirakukkal fete for children in care homes from today